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Idiot's Guide to Imagineering

Idiot's Guide to Imagineering

By: The Idiots: Stephen Kaity Marissa Jenny and Amanda
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Welcome to Idiot’s Guide to Imagineering, the podcast where creativity meets the magic of Disney!


Hosted by passionate former Disney Cast Members, we bring a fresh, thoughtful, and wildly fun approach to reimagining Disney Parks. As self-proclaimed "Idiots" (a title we wear with pride), we dive headfirst into the art of Imagineering, balancing storytelling, innovation, and a deep love for theme park design. Combined with immersive audio production, our episodes transport you into the worlds we create, making every idea feel like a real Disney experience.


Each episode, we take on the challenge of designing something new for Disney Parks & Experiences - whether it’s a ride, restaurant, resort, or even an entire land. With an Imagineer’s mindset, we pitch creative yet practical ideas that could actually work in the parks, considering real-world constraints like technology, budgets, and guest experience. It’s the perfect blend of dreaming big and thinking smart, all while keeping that signature Disney magic at the heart of it.


And in our Magic Makers series, we sit down with the real visionaries behind Disney Parks & Experiences to hear their stories and insights firsthand.


Whether you’re a theme park enthusiast, a creative thinker, or just here for the fun, Idiot’s Guide to Imagineering is your ticket to an adventure in possibility. So step into the story with us - imagine, dream, and maybe even design the next great Disney attraction.


Follow along on Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and YouTube @IdiotsImagineering.

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Episodes
  • Destination D23 Predictions: If There Were a Parks Panel…

    Destination D23 Predictions: If There Were a Parks Panel…
    Aug 25 2025

    It’s almost Destination D23 weekend, but this year something’s missing. For the first time in recent memory, there’s no big Disney Parks panel and that changes everything. Normally this is the moment Disney fans gather for announcements and future park teases. Instead, we’re left with a few scattered panels, a lot of questions, and just maybe a glimmer of hope for a Villains Land reveal.

    In this off-season episode, the Idiots dig into why Disney might be holding back, how last year’s mixed reception could be shaping their strategy, and what the lack of a panel says about the relationship between the company and its fans. We also share our fantasy Parks Panel predictions, from safe bets to wild long shots, because even when the news is quiet the speculation is loud.

    Settle in and join us as we unpack what could have been or what may be.

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    57 mins
  • Micro Magic: Does Disney Have a Theme Park and Casino in Malaysia?

    Micro Magic: Does Disney Have a Theme Park and Casino in Malaysia?
    Aug 18 2025

    Stephen uncovers the unusual story of a theme park in Malaysia tied to big-name movies and a massive legal battle. It’s a park that’s connected to Disney’s world but isn’t quite Disney, and it’s sitting right next to a casino...

    This quick Micro Magic episode dives into a strange chapter of theme park history you probably haven’t heard before.

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    5 mins
  • Rewind: North America Land (S1 E17)

    Rewind: North America Land (S1 E17)
    Aug 11 2025

    Season 3 has wrapped, but you didn’t think we’d leave you hanging, did you?

    This week, we’re rewinding to Season 1, Episode 17: North America Land, a personal favorite of Stephen’s and one of our most ambitious early projects. In this episode, he and Jenny dream up a brand-new land for Disney’s Animal Kingdom inspired by the landscapes, cultures, and storytelling of North America.

    Stephen opens with a current-day reflection on why this one still holds up and what makes it feel especially timely now. Then it's straight into the project from there.

    Whether you’re revisiting or hearing it for the first time, this is a great episode to rediscover.

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    29 mins
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