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If You Know, You Know - Sound That Bring the Disney Parks to Life

If You Know, You Know - Sounds That Bring the Disney Parks to Life

There are so many things that provide us that nostalgic feeling and joy when we visit Disney. Some are very obvious. Others are a lot more subtle. Today, we're going to focus on one of those subtle auditory experiences that make every visit that much more special. Yep! If You Know, You Know - Sounds That Bring the Disney Parks to Life. Whether its the whistle from the train, the clip-clop of a horse down Main Street USA, or even the screams of thrill-seeking guests on Tower of Terror, the sounds within the parks help make your time there that much more special. We'll discuss some of our favorites and share how they bring a subtle piece of magic to every Disney Parks trip.

Disney Stories of the Week

Once we finish our time talking about If You Know, You Know - Sounds That Bring the Disney Parks to Life, it's time for the Disney Stories of the Week. In this episode, we discuss the planned reopening at a new location for a recently closed Walt Disney World Boardwalk musical favorite. We also share great news for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders that have a Summer visit on their schedule.

Certainly, that's not all. As always, we wrap it all up with tips that might help you on your next Disney vacation.

 

If you have any comments, questions, or requests to cover a particular topic, please feel free to Contact Us!

 

We also invite you to join the positive fun in our Hyperion Adventurers Facebook Group as well as our Hyperion Mornings on YouTube for a daily dose of live positive chat!

 

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Tiki Room Secrets: Stories You Haven't Heard with Ken Bruce

Tiki Room Secrets: Stories You Haven't Heard with Ken Bruce

If you know us at all, then you know we absolutely love Adventureland. After all, "Adventure" is right in our name! And, of course, no visit to this amazing land is complete with out a pause for a little Tropical Serenade at Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room. We thought we knew a lot about this one-of-a-kind attraction. However, we learned we didn't even come close to knowing the whole story. Well, this week, we're letting you in on a lot of the unknown details with a fantastic guest. Yep! We're sharing Tiki Room Secrets: Stories You Haven't Heard with Ken Bruce. Ken is a 2-time Emmy winning animation director & storyboard artist who has worked on many movies & shows you love. More recently, he's written Before The Birds Sang Words. A phenomenal deep dive into everything that was involved in creating this truly original attraction. He discusses a lot of the information you probably didn't know about how the Tiki Birds came to be. Including all the steps (and missteps) along the way. It's an extremely fun and informative interview that we know you're going to love.

Be sure to pick up Ken Bruce's book Before The Birds Sang Words at its website.

You can also pick up copies at Amazon or listen to the audiobook narrated by Ken Bruce here.

Disney Stories of the Week

Once we finish our time discussing Tiki Room Secrets: Stories You Haven't Heard with Ken Bruce, it's time for the Disney Stories of the Week. In this episode, we share the newly released details about how and when you can secure tickets for this year's D23 The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. We also rundown this years impressive list of amazing Disney Legends that will be honored at this years convention that celebrates all things Disney.

Certainly, that's not all. As always, we wrap it all up with tips that might help you on your next Disney vacation.

 

If you have any comments, questions, or requests to cover a particular topic, please feel free to Contact Us!

 

We also invite you to join the positive fun in our Hyperion Adventurers Facebook Group as well as our Hyperion Mornings on YouTube for a daily dose of live positive chat!

 

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Bonus Episode - The Reimagined Garden View Lounge Tea Experience Review

Bonus Episode - The Reimagined Garden View Lounge Tea Experience Review

Recently, we had the opportunity to visit a Walt Disney World location that is near and dear to our hearts. It's been closed for several years but was recently refurbished and reopened. Needless to say, we couldn't have been more excited to enjoy some time in this beautiful location once again. But would it be as good as we remember it? Well, today, we're sharing an extra show this week just to share our thoughts and give you our Reimagined Garden View Lounge Tea Experience Review. That's right! It's a Bonus Episode! We discuss our thoughts on the entire experience and tell you if it lives up to our expectations. Everything you need to know to decide if should make an afternoon visit to this elegant spot a part of your next stop by Disney's Grand Floridian Resort.

If you have any comments, questions, or requests to cover a particular topic, please feel free to Contact Us!

 

We also invite you to join the positive fun in our Hyperion Adventurers Facebook Group as well as our Hyperion Mornings on YouTube for a daily dose of live positive chat!

 

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Is A Deluxe Villa Right For Your Next Disney Vacation?

Is A Deluxe Villa Right For Your Next Disney Vacation?

If you're like us, you're always making plans for your next visit to the Disney Parks. Maybe you're in the midst of that right now and trying to decide where you and your family want to stay. Do you go for the fun and less expensive Value Resorts or maybe spend a little more for the extra conveniences of a Moderate Resort. Well, this week, we breaks down why you may want to think even bigger. That's right! We ask the question, "Is A Deluxe Villa Right For Your Next Disney Vacation?" Michelle takes us through the numbers and the added perks to give you as much information as possible so you can decide if a stay at these phenomenal resorts might work for you. She'll tell you the pros & cons and explain why you may want to rethink your next Disney Hotel selection.

Disney Stories of the Week

Once we finish our time asking, "Is A Deluxe Villa Right For Your Next Disney Vacation?" it's time for the Disney Stories of the Week. In this episode, we talk about this week's change at the top of the Walt Disney Company leadership team and give our thoughts on the selections. We also discuss some of the reveals that arose from the Disney Shareholders Meeting including the name for the next, beautiful addition to the Disney Cruise Line fleet.

Certainly, that's not all. As always, we wrap it all up with tips that might help you on your next Disney vacation.

 

If you have any comments, questions, or requests to cover a particular topic, please feel free to Contact Us!

 

We also invite you to join the positive fun in our Hyperion Adventurers Facebook Group as well as our Hyperion Mornings on YouTube for a daily dose of live positive chat!

 

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Talking Cruising & Cabanas with Chris the DCL Cruising Dad

Talking Cruising & Cabanas with Chris the DCL Cruising Dad

If you know us at all, you know we absolutely love Disney Cruises. While, we consider ourselves "semi-experts" this week we welcome to the show a true aficionado as we spend the show Talking Cruising & Cabanas with Chris the DCL Cruising Dad. He shares details about his recent family sailing aboard the Disney Wish including a stay in a very unique cabin. More importantly, as the title of the episode gives away, Chris and his family experienced he brand new Mickey & Minnie Cabanas during his sailing. He tells us how he was lucky enough to book one of these premium locations and all of the amenities that that they offer. He also shares the pros & cons of these luxurious new locations so you can decide if you'd like to splurge on one if you have the opportunity the next time you visit Castaway Cay.

Don't forget to check out the DCLCruisingDad.com for tons of useful information for your first or next Disney Cruise.

Disney Stories of the Week

Once we complete our time Talking Cruising & Cabanas with Chris the DCL Cruising Dad, it's time for the Disney Storied of the Week. It's may not even officially be Spring yet but that doesn't mean it's too early to talk about Cool Kids Summer. We share all the Cook Kid Walt Disney World fun coming your way including the debut & return of shows & attractions. We also fill you in on some exciting ticket, dining and resort deals you will want to take advantage of if a Florida Disney Trip is part of your Summer plans. If a Disneyland visit is more to your liking, we have great news to share about that, as well. That's because 2 global icons are getting set to make their debut at The Happiest Place On Earth and we discuss all the details.

Certainly, that's not all. As always, we wrap it all up with tips that might help you on your next Disney vacation.

 

If you have any comments, questions, or requests to cover a particular topic, please feel free to Contact Us!

 

We also invite you to join the positive fun in our Hyperion Adventurers Facebook Group as well as our Hyperion Mornings on YouTube for a daily dose of live positive chat!

 

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Our runDisney Princess Half Marathon Weekend 2026 Recap

Our runDisney Princess Half Marathon Weekend 2026 Recap

We just returned from a wonderful few days at Walt Disney World to experience some very special races. And, for this episode, we're going to tell you all about it. That's right! It's Our runDisney Princess Half Marathon Weekend 2026 Recap. We share the physical fun we took part in from the runDisney Expo, to the Princess 10K and culminating with the Princess Half Marathon. It was an exhilarating but extremely rewarding few days at The Most Magical Place On Earth. We hope you'll join us as we share Tom's mid-life crisis fulfillment as well as other park and resort fun we enjoyed in and around the races. We'll also tell you why runDisney's tag-line continues to be so unbelievably true. Every Mile IS Magic!

 

As mentioned in the show, be shore to also check out Natalie's emotional tribute to Jeff Galloway on the most recent episode of the Stride Sisters Podcast.

Disney Stories of the Week

Once we complete Our runDisney Princess Half Marathon Weekend 2026 Recap, it's time for the Disney Stories of the Week. In this episode, we discuss the official welcoming of the newest & largest, beautiful ship to the Disney Cruise Line fleet. We also share news of a couple new films that have been added to the Disney/Pixar upcoming schedule.

Certainly, that's not all. As always, we wrap it all up with tips that might help you on your next Disney vacation.

 

If you have any comments, questions, or requests to cover a particular topic, please feel free to Contact Us!

 

We also invite you to join the positive fun in our Hyperion Adventurers Facebook Group as well as our Hyperion Mornings on YouTube for a daily dose of live positive chat!

 

Thanks for listening! Cheers!

 

 

Where Preservation Meets Publication - Discussing the Hyperion Historical Alliance with Paula Sigman-Lowery & Jim Hollifield

Where Preservation Meets Publication - Discussing the Hyperion Historical Alliance with Paula Sigman-Lowery & Jim Hollifield

This week, we're excited to welcome a pair of phenomenal guests to the show. We're joined by long-time Disney Cast Member/Archivist/Creative Manager Paula Sigman-Lowery & accomplished Author/Historian Jim Hollifield. We sit down for a wonderful conversation about an organization that is near and dear to all of our hearts. So, join us for a lively chat about Where Preservation Meets Publication - Discussing the Hyperion Historical Alliance. Paula & Jim share details about the HHA's mission to help preserve Disney historical information and share it through beautiful publications. We also examine how this amazing group helps inspire future authors, historians, and academics. And they discuss some of the phenomenal works that have already been released by the organization and tease a few exciting subjects that will be coming in the future. It's a fantastic exchange that we know you will enjoy.

 

You can find out more about the Hyperion Historical Alliance and it's mission right here.

 

You can peruse and purchase their wonderful publications at Stuart Ng Books.

 

You can also find the Hyperion Historical Alliance Annuals on Amazon.

 

And don't forget to follow the fantastic HHA Facebook Page.

Disney Stories of the Week

Once we complete our Where Preservation Meets Publication - Discussing the Hyperion Historical Alliance with Paula Sigman-Lowery & Jim Hollifield portion of the show, it's time for the Disney Stories of the Week. In this episode we share newly released details about the area celebration all things Disney Animation that is coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios. We also welcome a new god-parent to the Disney Cruise Line Fleet family.

Certainly, that's not all. As always, we wrap it all up with tips that might help you on your next Disney vacation.

 

If you have any comments, questions, or requests to cover a particular topic, please feel free to Contact Us!

 

We also invite you to join the positive fun in our Hyperion Adventurers Facebook Group as well as our Hyperion Mornings on YouTube for a daily dose of live positive chat!

 

Thanks for listening! Cheers!

Our West Coast Adventure - Part 2 - Disneyland

Our West Coast Adventure - Part 2 - Disneyland

This week, we complete the recap of our recent visit to California. Yep! It’s Our West Coast Adventure – Part 2 – Disneyland! We share all our fun and exciting experiences at The Happiest Place On Earth. That includes a couple of guided tours, a World of Color Dessert Party, the Paint the Night Parade and time with friends & family. Plus, all the Disneyland 70^th Anniversary celebration activities. Find out why we Walt’s Original Park remains near and dear to our hearts and why we can’t wait until we get the chance to come back.

Disney Stories of the Week

Once we complete our time sharing  Our West Coast Adventure - Part 2 - Disneyland, it's time for the Disney Stories of the Week. In this episode, we tell you about a second location where you can pick up a guest-favorite Norwegian treat at EPCOT. Speaking of that park, the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival foodie guide is out. We share some of the new items were excited to sample an this amazing upcoming event.

Certainly, that's not all. As always, we wrap it all up with tips that might help you on your next Disney vacation.

 

If you have any comments, questions, or requests to cover a particular topic, please feel free to Contact Us!

 

We also invite you to join the positive fun in our Hyperion Adventurers Facebook Group as well as our Hyperion Mornings on YouTube for a daily dose of live positive chat!

 

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Discussing Groundbreaking Magic with Disney Legend Martha Blanding & Tim O'Day

We've been blessed to now do 400 official episodes of the show. But this week's may be our favorite of them all. That's because we are truly honored to welcome two exceptional and well accomplished people to the podcast as we spend a wonderful time Discussing Groundbreaking Magic with Disney Legend Martha Blanding & Tim O'Day. Martha B shares with us the amazing story of her 5 decade plus career working at Disneyland and beyond that is captured in their book Groundbreaking Magic. It's an extremely fun, heartwarming and thought-provoking conversation. You'll laugh a lot and maybe even cry a little. Mostly, you'll understand why Martha B is so beloved and an exceptional Disney Legend. 

 

As we mentioned in the interview, their book Groundbreaking Magic: A Black Woman’s Journey Through The Happiest Place on Earth is phenomenal. You can (and should) pick up a copy pretty much everywhere you get your books including right here on Amazon.

Disney Stories of the Week

Once we complete our time Discussing Groundbreaking Magic with Disney Legend Martha Blanding & Tim O'Day, it's time for the Disney Stories of the Week. In this episode, we share details of the newly announced Disney Cruise Line itineraries. Find out where you could be sailing with Captains Minnie & Mickey in the Summer of 2027.

Certainly, that's not all. As always, we wrap it all up with tips that might help you on your next Disney vacation.

 

If you have any comments, questions, or requests to cover a particular topic, please feel free to Contact Us!

 

We also invite you to join the positive fun in our Hyperion Adventurers Facebook Group as well as our Hyperion Mornings on YouTube for a daily dose of live positive chat!

 

Thanks for listening! Cheers!

Our West Coast Adventure - Part 1 - Disneyland Race Weekend & San Diego

Our West Coast Adventure - Part 1 - Disneyland Race Weekend & San Diego

We just got back from our California trip and couldn't be more excited to share all of the details with you. However, we did so much, we decided we have to break it up into a couple of episodes. The good news is, it all starts this week with Our West Coast Adventure - Part 1 -Disneyland Race Weekend & San Diego. We share details about our runDisney experience at The Happiest Place On Earth and tell you why we think one of its races is the most fun of them all. We also discuss our visit to our old stomping grounds of San Diego for some post Disney friends and family fun. That includes a trip to another iconic theme park.

Disney Stories of the Week

Once we finish up Part 1 of Our West Coast Adventure, it's time for the Disney Stories of the Week. In this episode, we share our thoughts on the recently announce change of leadership within The Walt Disney Company. We also tell you about a new opportunity to have your wedding attended by 999 happy haunts. And we tell you when you will have your first opportunity to experience the newly upgraded animatronics in Frozen Ever After at EPCOT.

Certainly, that's not all. As always, we wrap it all up with tips that might help you on your next Disney vacation.

 

If you have any comments, questions, or requests to cover a particular topic, please feel free to Contact Us!

 

We also invite you to join the positive fun in our Hyperion Adventurers Facebook Group as well as our Hyperion Mornings on YouTube for a daily dose of live positive chat!

 

Thanks for listening! Cheers!