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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49 min
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How Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland Almost Cha...
52 min
3
Why it took 25 years to change the name of King...
45 min
4
Villains, Funhouses, and the Alice Ride That Wa...
60 min
5
Tariff concerns and a peek at Epic Universe (Ep...
105 min
6
Fiberglass Heads and Forbidden Mountains (Ep. 526)
67 min
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The Red Car That Never Was: Sunset Boulevard’s ...
58 min
8
Reflections Complete: The Full Story of Disney’...
43 min
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Disney Concept Art vs. Reality: Why Your Favori...
52 min
10
The Indiana Jones Ride at Animal Kingdom: What ...
60 min
11
The Untold Story of Ron Miller and Disney’s Los...
52 min
12
Buffalo Junction: Disney’s Forgotten Frontier R...
63 min
13
Is D23 the New Magic Kingdom Club… and Is It Wo...
53 min
14
How Disney Tried (and Failed) to Sell a Ticket ...
59 min
15
Annual Passes and the Mystery of Disney’s Vanis...
50 min
16
Conquering Epcot’s Festival of the Arts and the...
65 min
17
How to Beat Animal Kingdom Before Breakfast (an...
50 min
18
Taking on Hollywood Studios Without Lightning L...
58 min
19
How Disney’s George Wilkins Created the Soundtr...
Jim looks at the theme park music of George Wilkins
49 min
20
How Expensive Can WDW’s Lightning Lane Premier ...
56 min
21
Why Disney’s Polynesian Tower Might Be the Best...
65 min
22
How Disney Flattened a Chunk of Caribbean Beach...
50 min
23
How Sunny Eclipse came to the Starlight Café (...
Jim gives us the history of Sunny Eclipse at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe.
51 min
24
What’s it really like down in the tunnels under...
38 min
25
Muppet*Vision 3D’s Curtain Call: Making Way for...
86 min