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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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 450: What...
Jim gives us the early ideas for EPCOT’s Wonders of Life pavilion.
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 449: Why ...
Jim tells us about the history of Fantasmic!, which made its Walt Disney World debut this week back in 1998.
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 448: Why ...
Jim tells us about the history of Peter Pan’s Flight, an attraction that appears in almost every Disney resort around the world!
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the Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 447: Was ...
Best Fireworks Show Ever stories
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 446: What...
Jim tells us about the best Disney fireworks show that you’ve never seen
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 445: How ...
, Jim gives us the history of Disney’s Aulani Resort, including post-pandemic changes.
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 444: How...
Jim Hill talks about the history of the Bibbity Boppity Boutique, which opened this week in 2007.
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 443: The ...
Jim Hill follows up news of Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion expansion with other Haunted Mansion ideas that almost … materialized.
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 442: The ...
Jim Hill and Jim Shull tell us about the development of Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge, on the anniversary of its WDW opening in 2019.
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 441: Mak...
Jim finishes up the story of Spain’s EPCOT pavilion and Gigantic
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 440: Wh...
Jim continues the story of Spain’s EPCOT pavilion and Gigantic
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 439: Jos...
Josh Gad dishes Disney with Jim Hill
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 438: Is M...
im and a special guest tell us what the early days were like when Disney announced the construction of Shanghai Disneyland announced this week back in 2005.
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 437: How ...
Jim gives us the history of EPCOT’s Magical World of Barbie show.
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 436: Who’...
In our main segment, Jim wraps up the history of the Toy Story Mania attractions around the world.
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 435: Wha...
Jim tells us how Disney has adapted the Toy Story Mania ride to fit into three different theme parks.
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 434: Why...
Jim continues the history of the Walt Disney World Speedway.
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 433:: Wh...
Jim gives us the surprising history of the Walt Disney World Speedway, which started construction this week in 1995.
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 432: Rem...
Jim tells us about the first time Disney used inflatable costumes for its parade performers.
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 431: Is ...
Jim finishes up the story of Disneyland hotel renovations, including how it relates to the Enchanted Tiki Room.
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 430: Does...
Jim continues his discussion of the Disneyland Hotel expansion in the 1960s and 1970s.
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 429: Wher...
Jim talks about how changes to the pool area of the Disneyland Hotel reflects design trends in Disney resorts all over.
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 428: Lak...
Jim talks about the "Indiana Jones Summer of Hidden Mysteries" promotion at Disneyland Park in 2008.
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The Disney Dish Episodwith Jim Hill Episode 427...
Jim tells us about "Aladdin's Oasis," the short-lived restaurant / show that ran at Disneyland from the summer of 1993 through the summer of 1994.
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Disney Dish Episode 426: Do you remember Disney...
Jim gives us the history of Disney’s “Star of the Day” campaign at MGM Studios.
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