The Disney Dish with Jim Hill

The Disney Dish Podcast with Jim Hill and Len Testa

Dive into the fascinating world of Disney with theme park historian Jim Hill and Len Testa as they uncover the stories behind the magic. From breaking news and in-depth analyses to quirky historical tidbits and behind-the-scenes secrets, The Disney Dish offers a unique blend of humor, expertise, and insider knowledge.

Whether you're a die-hard Disney fan, a theme park aficionado, or just curious about the history and future of Disney parks and resorts, this podcast has something for everyone.

What to Expect:

  • Breaking Disney News: Stay up to date on the latest happenings at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Disney's global parks.
  • Historical Deep Dives: Learn how classic attractions were created, the stories behind Disney's biggest decisions, and the Imagineering ingenuity that brought it all to life.
  • Listener Q&A: Get answers to your burning questions about the parks, attractions, and Disney culture.
  • Exclusive Insights: Gain access to insider details and stories you won’t find anywhere else.
  • Fun & Humor: Enjoy the wit and camaraderie of two Disney enthusiasts who know how to make even the most technical details entertaining.


With decades of combined experience and an unmatched passion for all things Disney, Jim and Len guide you through the parks, the stories, and the magic in a way only they can.

Your journey to the happiest podcast on earth starts here. Subscribe today!

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Episode 104: Live from the Animal Kingdom with ...
Special guest star: Laurel Stewart. We loved the meal at Tiffins. Kilimanjaro Safaris is interesting at night, not sure we'd make it our only visit to that attraction. Loved The Awakening.
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Episode 103: Jim's Why For?
Here's a Why For that Disney fans are sure to go ape over... the history of "Scruffy", one of the rock apes of Gibraltar. Jim reveals how this started as a live-action project only to almost end up as the follow-up to Disney's animated "Robin Hood".
22 min
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Episode 102: Splash Mountain's History Finale
Did you know that Walt and Ray Kroc (the guy who popularized the McDonald's restaurants) were in the same ambulance unit in World War I? There's a Disneyland tie-in there, and you can hear about it when Jim concludes the history of Splash Mountain.
32 min
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Episode 101: Kali River Rapids' History
Jim goes through the history of Animal Kingdom's Kali River Rapids ride. The combination of animals and raft rides dates back to Walt's days, and the evolution of whitewater-style rides in the 1980's brought the idea back to Disney.
33 min
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Episode 100: The guy that invented FastPass
Jim talks to Bruce Laval, the guy who invented the original FastPass system while working for Disney in the 1990's.
38 min
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Earth Day Bonus Episode: Disney's Animal Kingdo...
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and Kidani Village Walk-Through!
37 min
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Episode 14: Urban Design with Sam Gennawey - To...
Episode 14: Urban Design with Sam Gennawey - Tomorrowland
16 min
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Episode 13: Urban Design with Sam Gennawey - Fa...
Episode 13: Urban Design with Sam Gennawey - Fantasyland
18 min
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Episode 12: Urban Design with Sam Gennawey - Fr...
Episode 12: Urban Design with Sam Gennawey - Frontierland and Liberty Square
28 min
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Episode 11: Urban Design with Sam Gennawey - Ad...
Episode 11: Urban Design with Sam Gennawey - Adventureland
19 min
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Episode 10: Urban Design with Sam Gennawey - Ma...
Episode 10: Urban Design with Sam Gennawey - Main Street U.S.A.
24 min