We're back from Disneyland after completing a weekend of running and almost a full week of the parks and we can't wait to tell you about all the fun new things and old favorites we got to enjoy!


Check out our official website: https://www.makeitmagicalpodcast.com

Make it Magical merch is available now at https://www.bonfire.com/store/make-it-magical-podcast/!!! Grab yourself some new gear from our online store and rep your favorite Disney podcast. Support the show and shop here!

Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Makeitmagicalpod

Use our code MAGICAL15 for 15% off your next order at Magic Candle Company!

Email us anytime at: makeitmagicalpod@gmail.com!

Instagram: @makeitmagicalpod

This week we just have a mini episode for you, but it’s a can’t miss! We introduce two pivotal figures into this story who were key in furthering the Haunted Mansion’s development. Drumroll please….. these men are none other than Rolly Crump and Yale Gracey. They were hand-selected by Walt for this project because he believed these were the men up for the challenge and would be the perfect dynamic duo to spearhead this spooky attraction. Listen in to learn more about these two men and what exactly Walt saw in them that made him believe they would further bring his Haunted Mansion vision to life.


Check out our official website: https://www.makeitmagicalpodcast.com

Make it Magical merch is available now at https://www.bonfire.com/store/make-it-magical-podcast/!!! Grab yourself some new gear from our online store and rep your favorite Disney podcast. Support the show and shop here!

Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Makeitmagicalpod

Use our code MAGICAL15 for 15% off your next order at Magic Candle Company!

Email us anytime at: makeitmagicalpod@gmail.com!

Instagram: @makeitmagicalpod

Even though saying goodbye is tough, today we are closing the chapter on Ken Anderson’s involvement in Haunted Mansion’s rich history. We uncover the final iteration of his Bloodmere Manor walkthrough storyline where a certain devious character added to the climax of this attraction may just sound familiar enough that it might have you thinking you’ve lost your head. Ken Anderson really needed to sell these story concepts to Walt, so we discuss how he utilized a DIsney Studios soundstage to bring his concepts to life for test audiences. Clayton wasn’t ready for this, so I’ll give you fair warning….spiders are involved. Where did Ken Anderson go from here and why did he leave the project? Listen in to get the full story.

Check out our official website: https://www.makeitmagicalpodcast.com

Make it Magical merch is available now at https://www.bonfire.com/store/make-it-magical-podcast/!!! Grab yourself some new gear from our online store and rep your favorite Disney podcast. Support the show and shop here!

Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Makeitmagicalpod

Use our code MAGICAL15 for 15% off your next order at Magic Candle Company!

Email us anytime at: makeitmagicalpod@gmail.com!

Instagram: @makeitmagicalpod

We're back from London and you wanted to hear all about it so an extra length recap is here going all over London with us! The main event was going to the Eras tour at Wembley but we jammed so much into this short week and we can't wait to tell you about it!


Check out our official website: https://www.makeitmagicalpodcast.com

Make it Magical merch is available now at https://www.bonfire.com/store/make-it-magical-podcast/!!! Grab yourself some new gear from our online store and rep your favorite Disney podcast. Support the show and shop here!

Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Makeitmagicalpod

Use our code MAGICAL15 for 15% off your next order at Magic Candle Company!

Email us anytime at: makeitmagicalpod@gmail.com!

Instagram: @makeitmagicalpod

Spooky tales are abound today as we unveil Ken Anderson’s next proposed concept for the Haunted Mansion. This one focuses on the story of Bloodmere Manor. Prepare yourself for more hairy arms, lonesome ghosts, creepy phone calls, and your host…. Walt Disney? Wait, are you serious? Yes, even Walt somehow gets a starring role in this spooktacular storyline all thanks to Ken Anderson (he knows things). You’ll just have to listen to uncover it all with us! Trust us, we’re dying to have you! Muahahahaha!



Check out our official website: https://www.makeitmagicalpodcast.com

Make it Magical merch is available now at https://www.bonfire.com/store/make-it-magical-podcast/!!! Grab yourself some new gear from our online store and rep your favorite Disney podcast. Support the show and shop here!

Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Makeitmagicalpod

Use our code MAGICAL15 for 15% off your next order at Magic Candle Company!

Email us anytime at: makeitmagicalpod@gmail.com!

Instagram: @makeitmagicalpod

Welcome, foolish mortals, to the next chapter of our Haunted Mansion deep dive series. We kindly invite you join us today as we take you on a detailed journey through Ken Anderson’s first conceived storyline for Disneyland’s very own walk-through Haunted House. Things are about to get real spooky and swashbuckling, as we tell you the tale of the Legend of Captain Gore. This concept was entirely mapped out from start to finish in unbelievable detail. Ken Anderson had a fully formed backstory, walk-through layout, countless pieces of concept art and an entire script outlined. Let us Ghost Hosts be your guide as we help you visualize what it would have been like to experience this never realized attraction.


Check out our official website: https://www.makeitmagicalpodcast.com

Make it Magical merch is available now at https://www.bonfire.com/store/make-it-magical-podcast/!!! Grab yourself some new gear from our online store and rep your favorite Disney podcast. Support the show and shop here!

Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Makeitmagicalpod

Use our code MAGICAL15 for 15% off your next order at Magic Candle Company!

Email us anytime at: makeitmagicalpod@gmail.com!

Instagram: @makeitmagicalpod

Today we’re not just talking about any old theme park. We’re covering one that’s extra special and was born with a purpose and optimism of the future in mind. We call it… EPCOT! But we couldn’t do this alone, we had to bring in some help. We have the pleasure of being joined by our two swashbuckling friends, Greg and Cori from @piratesofthepolynesian. We talk the past, the present, and the future of EPCOT.

This is a park that was built with a completely unique vision in mind and instilled hope in so many of its visitors. First, Greg takes us back in time explaining what original EPCOT Center was like in the past. Then, it’s time to put on our critical thinking caps because we’re taking a magnifying glass to see whether its recent transformation has led to positive change from what it once was. Finally, we dream up what we hope will be possible for EPCOT’s future.

Be sure to go support Greg and Cori and all the great Disney content they’re creating! Give them a follow on Instagram @piratesofthepolynesian and subscribe to their YouTube channel under the same name (Pirates of the Polynesian).

https://www.youtube.com/@piratesofthepolynesian


Check out our official website: https://www.makeitmagicalpodcast.com

Make it Magical merch is available now at https://www.bonfire.com/store/make-it-magical-podcast/!!! Grab yourself some new gear from our online store and rep your favorite Disney podcast. Support the show and shop here!

Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Makeitmagicalpod

Use our code MAGICAL15 for 15% off your next order at Magic Candle Company!

Email us anytime at: makeitmagicalpod@gmail.com!

Instagram: @makeitmagicalpod

We had the pleasure to sit down with Caitlin who is a Disney Cruise castmember and talk about what it is like working for the cruise line. She is currently a member of cruise staff who are responsible for all the fun activities around the ship!

We want to thank her so much for both providing us with a fantastic time on our last sailing as well as sitting down with us and nerding over Disney Cruise Line!


Check out our official website: https://www.makeitmagicalpodcast.com

Make it Magical merch is available now at https://www.bonfire.com/store/make-it-magical-podcast/!!! Grab yourself some new gear from our online store and rep your favorite Disney podcast. Support the show and shop here!

Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Makeitmagicalpod

Use our code MAGICAL15 for 15% off your next order at Magic Candle Company!

Email us anytime at: makeitmagicalpod@gmail.com!

Instagram: @makeitmagicalpod