#034 - Interview with Bob Gurr

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#034 - Interview with Bob Gurr

FromConnecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World

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Jul 21, 2017

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07/21/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig have a lengthy discussion with Disney Legend and former Imagineer Bob Gurr - if you've ridden in a vehicle at Disneyland, chances are he designed it!

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Jul 21, 2017

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Titles in the series (100)

Connecting with Walt is a podcast focusing on the life and creations of Walt Disney.

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#010 - Connecting with Walt - Fact or Fiction: Was Frozen Ever After Walt's Idea?: 04/01/16 - In this episode, we trick you with an April Fool Fact or Fiction - was the Frozen Ever After attraction coming to Epcot actually Walt's idea? by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#004 - Connecting with Walt - The Master Plan: 10/23/15 - In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams discuss Walt's master plan for what The Florida Project and E.P.C.O.T. would eventually look like. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#002 - Connecting with Walt - You Can't Top Pigs with Pigs: 10/09/15 - In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams examine several of the offers Walt received after the opening of Disneyland to build other Disneyland's around the U.S. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#020 - Magic Kingdom's Fantasyland: 10/07/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig examine the history of Magic Kingdom's Fantasyland! by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#008 - Connecting with Walt - Up the Creek: 01/22/16 - In this episode, we explain the significance of the Reedy Creek Improvement District. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
55 min listen
#025 - Disney 101: Book Recommendations: 01/13/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig share their book recommendations for Disney history fans. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
119 min listen
#018 - Connecting with Walt - Interview with Jeffrey Epstein: 07/22/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig interview Jeffrey Epstein - spokesperson of the D23 Fan Club. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
59 min listen
#007 - Connecting with Walt - Pursing the Dream Without the Dreamer: 01/15/16 - In this episode, we examine how Walt Disney's passing away in December 1966 affected the creative course of the entire Disney World project. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
65 min listen
#022 - Walt Disney's First Studio - Laugh-O-Gram Studio: 10/21/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss Walt Disney's first studio - Laugh-O-Gram. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#003 - Connecting with Walt - The Search Ends and the Mystery Unfolds: 10/16/15 - In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams discuss the pressure Walt was under to move forward or reject the proposals to build another, and the 1963 plane tour of potential sites, which led to Walt making his decision. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#016 - Connecting with Walt - The Magic Kingdom: 07/08/16 - In this episode, we compare and contrast the layout and design of the Magic Kingdom with Walt's Disneyland. Was it made with a magical plan? by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#043 - Interview with Jim Korkis Part 1: 02/02/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Disney Historian Jim Korkis to hear more about his story as well as his new book, Call Me Walt! by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#019 - Connecting with Walt - We're Walking Right Down the Magic Kingdom's Main Street U.S.A.: 07/29/16 - In the final July episode of Connecting with Walt, Michael and Craig take you on a tour down Main Street U.S.A. in Disney's Magic Kingdom! by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#006 - Connecting with Walt - A Lifetime Partnership: 01/08/16 - In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams discuss the lifetime relationship between Walt and his brother Roy, paying specific attention to Roy's side of things. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#009 - Connecting with Walt - Designing a Whole New World: 01/29/16 - In this episode, we interview David Younger, author of the upcoming book "Theme Park Design" about what goes into designing a theme park and how to get involved in the process. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
89 min listen
#011 - Connecting with Walt - Disney Legends Who Built a World: 04/08/16 - In this episode, we bring you the history of three Disney Legends who helped build Walt Disney World - Joe Potter, Joe Fowler and Richard Irvine. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
74 min listen
#001 - Connecting with Walt - One Little Spark of Inspiration: In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams discuss our current view of the future compared to Walt Disney's in order to better understand the basis for creating the Florida Project in the debut episode of Connecting with Walt. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
56 min listen
#030 - The Gremlins with Jim Korkis: 04/21/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by special guest Jim Korkis to discuss The Gremlins, the Roald Dahl book that almost became a Disney film. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#021 - Marceline, Missouri: Where Walt’s Dreams Began: 10/14/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig explore Marceline, Missouri and discuss the impact it had on the life of Walt Disney. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#014 - Connecting with Walt - A Long Journey Comes to an End: 04/29/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the final years of Roy O. Disney's life and the projects he was completing to honor his brother, including Walt Disney World and CalArts. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#040 - Eyvind Earle: 01/12/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the life and legacy of Disney Legend Eyvind Earle. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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BONUS - Treasures from the Disney Vault Summer 2017 Preview: 06/01/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss and preview the movies, shorts, and specials being shown during the June 2, 2017 airing of Treasures from the Disney Vault on Turner Classic Movies! by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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BONUS - Walt Disney & Christmas with Jim Korkis: 12/23/16 - In this special holiday episode of Connecting with Walt, Michael and Craig sit with Disney historian Jim Korkis to discuss the history behind Walt Disney's attachment to Christmas. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
38 min listen
#012 - Connecting with Walt - The House that Walt Built: 04/15/16 - In a "very special episode" of Connecting with Walt, Michael and Craig take you on a tour of The Walt Disney Studio in Burbank, California and experience Walt Disney's restored office suite where all the magic was conceived and planned. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#005 - Connecting with Walt - The Torch is Passed On: 10/30/15 - In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams discuss the effect Walt's passing had on the Florida Project and how it progressed with his brother, Roy O. Disney. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#023 - Interview with Floyd Norman: 10/28/16 - In this episode, we chat with Disney and animation legend Floyd Norman about his life, career, and new documentary, "Floyd Norman: An Animated Life." by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#033 - Discovery Bay: 07/14/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig take you to Disneyneverland - The Disney that Never Was and discuss Tony Baxter's Discovery Bay! by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#036 - A Tribute to Marty Sklar: 10/06/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Disney Historian Jim Korkis to discuss the life of Disney Legend Marty Sklar. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#026 - The Alice Comedies: 01/20/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig analyze and discuss the Alice Comedies. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#017 - Connecting with Walt - Castles Built with Dreams: 07/15/16 - In this episode, we talk about why Walt Disney chose to include a castle in his kingdoms and where did the Imagineers look to for inspiration in designing each castle. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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#034 - Interview with Bob Gurr

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