Much like its namesake animals, DinoLand is now officially extinct—and today, we’re looking back at the land’s headliner attraction: Dinosaur.

From its original, intense debut as Countdown to Extinction to its modern-day cult status among theme park fans, Dinosaur has left a lasting impact on Disney’s Animal Kingdom. In this episode, we revisit the attraction’s history, its evolution, and why it became one of the park’s most unforgettable (and terrifying) rides.

In this episode you’ll hear:

• The original vision for Dinosaur when it was Countdown to Extinction
• Why the ride scared an entire generation of guests
• How Dinosaur became a cult favorite among Disney fans
• What made DinoLand such a unique part of Animal Kingdom
• Saying goodbye to one of the last remaining pieces of original Animal Kingdom

Join us as we pay tribute to an attraction that shook us, startled us, and somehow made us laugh—right up until the end.

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Timestamps

Welcome 00:00

Did You Love Dinosaur? 01:21

The Origins of DinoLand 01:55

Our Pitch for Villains Land 06:56

Countdown to Extinction 12:50

The Change to Dinosaur 14:57

Disney Wouldn’t Build a Ride Like This Today 18:29

The Move to Indiana Jones 21:45

How Disney World has Changed 24:28

Dinosaur with the Lights On 26:38

Why We Love the Attraction 28:03

Are Any Attractions Untouchable? 34:15

Goodbye Dinosaur, Forever in Our Hearts 39:55

Disney World is famous for its holiday celebrations—from trick-or-treating at Magic Kingdom to snow falling on Main Street. But what about one of the biggest celebrations of all: New Year’s Eve?

This year, we traveled to Florida to ring in the New Year at Walt Disney World, celebrating with Mickey and Minnie and partying around World Showcase in EPCOT. In this episode, we break down what it’s really like to spend New Year’s Eve at Disney—and whether it’s actually worth it.

In this episode you’ll hear:

• What New Year’s Eve is like at Disney World
• Celebrating around EPCOT’s World Showcase at midnight
• Crowd levels, entertainment, and party atmosphere
• Pros and cons of spending New Year’s Eve in the parks
• Who this experience is best for—and who should skip it

If you’ve ever wondered whether a Disney New Year’s Eve belongs on your bucket list, this episode will help you decide.

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Timestamps

Welcome 00:00

New Years’ Crowds At Disney World are INSANE 01:10

Pirates Adventure at Magic Kingdom 05:52

Battling the Weather 15:19

Special Magic Kingdom Entertainment 17:39

DJ Dance Party at Magic Kingdom 24:30

Celebrating New Years Around the World 28:52

Geo-82 33:11

The Party Starts at EPCOT 37:35

DJs Around World Showcase 45:09

New Years Fireworks Celebration at EPCOT 50:47

Tips for Planning Your New Years Trip to Disney 55:51

Angela Derails the Show 57:45

Would We Go Again? 1:02:26

Today, we’re honored to be joined by Disney Legend Bill Farmer, the voice of Goofy for nearly 40 years. From A Goofy Movie to theme parks, cartoons, and beyond, Bill has helped shape one of Disney’s most beloved characters for generations.

In this episode, we cover:

• How Bill’s background in stand-up comedy led him to Disney
• How Goofy’s voice and personality have evolved over the decades
• The many other iconic characters Bill has voiced throughout his career
• Bill’s personal process for getting into character
• Tips for anyone wanting to become a voice actor

Whether you grew up with Goofy or are fascinated by voice acting and Disney history, this episode is a must-listen for any Disney fan.

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Timestamps

Welcome 00:00

Welcome Bill Farmer! 02:28

Bill’s Start in Comedy 03:35

The Legacy of a Goofy Movie 09:10

Making Goofy His Own 11:15

Singing in Character 15:59

Auditioning to Be the Voice of Goofy 18:10

Pluto Can Talk? 20:38

The Process of Creating a Disney Cartoon 22:25

Strangest Recording Location 25:10

The Evolution of Goofy 26:40

Bill’s Other Characters 30:55

Process for Creating a Character’s Voice 34:47

How to Get Started in Voice Acting 38:03

It’s a Dog’s Life 41:35

Becoming a Disney Legend 42:52

What’s Your Favorite Goofy Cartoon? 49:55