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Interview w/ Urban Explorer Matt Sonswa: "The Craziest Stories You've Ever Heard"

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Sep 26, 2018

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Kevin sits down with Matt Sonswa, the bravest urban explorer out there. He discusses his exploration of DisneyQuest, River Country, Discovery Island, and Wonders of Life.

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Sep 26, 2018

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Titles in the series (22)

Discussions on theme park attractions of the past, present, and future

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Ep. 4: Muppets, Magic, and Michael Eisner: In the first of a three-part podcast, former Imagineer and veteran puppeteer Terri Hardin joins Kevin to discuss her experiences at Walt Disney Imagineer and her encounters with Jim Henson, Michael Eisner, Tony Baxter, and much more! by Defunctland
47 min listen
Ep. 8: Writing for Universal Studios: Kevin is joined by Ron Schneider, a veteran performer and writer for theme parks across the United States, including Disney World, Disneyland, Universal Studios Florida and Hollywood, and much more. In this episode, Kevin and Ron discuss his tenure writi... by Defunctland
41 min listen
Ep. 3: The Curious Case of Cedar Fair: Kevin is joined by Joseph, the co-writer of Episode 16 of Defunctland and a former employee of Cedar Point. They talk everything Disaster Transport, Cedar Point, and Cedar Fair. Buy Defunctland Merchandise:https://teespring.com/stores/defunctland by Defunctland
36 min listen
Ep. 2: Secrets to Simulating Disasters: Miguel, a former employee of Universal Studios Florida, talks about Disaster! A Major Motion Picture Ride... Starring You and much more with Kevin. Visit Our Great Sponsor YeOldeProppeShoppe! Click Here to Watch the Defunctland YouTube Series! by Defunctland
36 min listen
Ep. 5: Creating Captain EO: Terri Hardin joins the Defunctland Podcast for part two of her discussion with Kevin. She tells a variety of behind the scenes stories of Captain EO, as well as her experience working with Michael Jackson. by Defunctland
35 min listen
Ep. 6: The Country Bears and Everything Else: Terri Hardin finished her discussion with Kevin, this time over a bunch of random tangents, such at The Country Bears movie, the Muppets, and Disneyland Shanghai. by Defunctland
44 min listen
Ep. 11: Defunctland vs. RobPlays Future of the Theme Park Industry Debate: Kevin and Rob face off, debating progress vs nostalgiacness as it applies to Disney parks! Hosted by Disney Dan! by Defunctland
119 min listen
Ep. 15: Across the Pond: Kevin is joined by famed YouTuber and YouTube commenter Larry Bundy Jr. They dicuss U.K. and European parks, as well as venture into theme park video games. by Defunctland
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Ep. 10: Musing on Magic Kingdom: Disney Dan joins Kevin to discuss everything Magic Kingdom, and they mean EVERYTHING! by Defunctland
66 min listen
Ep. 16: Journey Into Creation: Veteran theme park entertainer Ron Schneider returns to the Defunctland podcast to discuss the ins and outs of Epcot's best dark ride, Journey Into Imagination. Check out Ron's book:https://www.amazon.com/Dreamer-Dreamfinder-Lessons-Learned-Behind/dp/B00... by Defunctland
46 min listen
Ep. 18: DisneySea, DisneyDo: Scott Yuken, YouTuber, theme park nerd, and Japanese resident, comes on the Defunctland podcast to chat about the theme park heaven that is Japan! by Defunctland
54 min listen
Interview w/ Imagineer Rick Rothschild "ExtraTERRORestrial, Pleasure Island, and More!": Imagineer Rick Rothschild joins the podcast to discuss his time at Imagineering, directing projects such as Pleasure Island, ExtraTERRORestrial: Alien Encounter, Honey I Shrunk the Audience, Captain EO, Disney's America, and more! by Defunctland
88 min listen
Interview w/ Imagineer Tim Delaney: Designing for Disney: Imagineer Tim Delaney, designer of the Living Seas pavilion, Paradise Pier, Space Mountain: From the Earth to the Moon, Discoveryland at Euro Disney, and much much more, joins Kevin to discuss his 34 year career with Walt Disney Imagineering. For a bonus... by Defunctland
83 min listen
Interview w/ Jenny Nicholson: "Intellectual Property Challenge": Jenny Nicholson joins Kevin on the Defunctland Podcast to discuss everything theme parks. Kevin also challenges Jenny to the first ever Intellectual Property Challenge. Check out Jenny's channel!https://www.youtube.com/user/JennyENicholson by Defunctland
79 min listen
Interview w/ Former Club Disney Employee Sean "Captaining a Sinking Steamboat": On this episode of the Defunctland Podcast, former Club Disney employee Sean joins Kevin to discuss everything about Disney's failed Chuck E. Cheese/Discovery Zone concept, as well as the ESPN Zone and Disney Store. by Defunctland
67 min listen
Ep. 17: Jungle Schmooze: Kevin is joined by former Jungle Cruise skipper and Alfred Hitchcock: The Art of Making Movies attraction lover Ty Andreaco. They discuss Ty's experiences as a skipper and his favorite trip to Universal. by Defunctland
40 min listen
Interview w/ Brian Hull: "Great First Impression": Voice Actor and YouTuber Brian Hull joins the Defunctland Podcast, bringing many of his beloved impersonations with him. by Defunctland
69 min listen
Interview w/ Former Imagineer Ray Kinman: "Carving Creations of Magic": Kevin kicks off Defunctland Podcast Season 3 and his month of Imagineering interviews with Ray Kinman, a master woodcarver that created some of the coolest art pieces in the parks. Check out Ray's work as you listen to the interview! https://www.woodcarv... by Defunctland
54 min listen
Interview w/ Hank Green: An Absolutely Remarkable Thing: The Ride: Hank Green joins the Defunctland podcast to discuss a lot of everything and discuss what his new book would look like if it were a theme park ride! by Defunctland
74 min listen
Interview w/ Dan Lanigan: The King of Prop: Dan Lanigan, host of Disney+'s Prop Culture, joins Kevin to discuss the show, his love of props, and much much more. by Defunctland
63 min listen
Interview w/ Former Imagineer Brian Collins: "Spiels, Shootouts, and Signage": In this episode of the podcast, Kevin interviews former Imagineer Brian Collins about his time in Imagineering, where he worked on many of the original Disney-MGM attractions as a show writer, including the Backlot Tour and The Great Movie Ride. by Defunctland
67 min listen
Interview w/ Former Manager of Toys "R" Us Times Square Johnny Tammaro: "Meet Vinny": Kevin interviews Johnny Tammaro, the former manager of Toys "R" Us Times Square, who held many roles at Toys "R" Us including when he developed an interesting character named Vinny. The Honeyzoomers: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClh0DE-NIYz2XQOv0JaKY... by Defunctland
55 min listen

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Interview w/ Former Manager of Toys "R" Us Times Square Johnny Tammaro: "Meet Vinny": Kevin interviews Johnny Tammaro, the former manager of Toys "R" Us Times Square, who held many roles at Toys "R" Us including when he developed an interesting character named Vinny. The Honeyzoomers: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClh0DE-NIYz2XQOv0JaKY... by Defunctland
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Interview w/ Former Imagineer Ray Kinman: "Carving Creations of Magic": Kevin kicks off Defunctland Podcast Season 3 and his month of Imagineering interviews with Ray Kinman, a master woodcarver that created some of the coolest art pieces in the parks. Check out Ray's work as you listen to the interview! https://www.woodcarv... by Defunctland
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Interview w/ Brian Hull: "Great First Impression": Voice Actor and YouTuber Brian Hull joins the Defunctland Podcast, bringing many of his beloved impersonations with him. by Defunctland
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Interview w/ Jenny Nicholson: "Intellectual Property Challenge": Jenny Nicholson joins Kevin on the Defunctland Podcast to discuss everything theme parks. Kevin also challenges Jenny to the first ever Intellectual Property Challenge. Check out Jenny's channel!https://www.youtube.com/user/JennyENicholson by Defunctland
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Interview w/ Imagineer Tim Delaney: Designing for Disney: Imagineer Tim Delaney, designer of the Living Seas pavilion, Paradise Pier, Space Mountain: From the Earth to the Moon, Discoveryland at Euro Disney, and much much more, joins Kevin to discuss his 34 year career with Walt Disney Imagineering. For a bonus... by Defunctland
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Interview w/ Urban Explorer Matt Sonswa: "The Craziest Stories You've Ever Heard"

Interview w/ Urban Explorer Matt Sonswa: "The Craziest Stories You've Ever Heard"

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