Location:
United States
Description:
Discussions on theme park attractions of the past, present, and future
Language:
English
Episodes
Interview w/ Former Manager of Toys "R" Us Times Square Johnny Tammaro: "Meet Vinny"
12/24/2020
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-NIYz2XQOv0JaKYvQ
Vinny: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=279NTppyqXI
Duration:00:55:14
Interview w/ Dan Lanigan: The King of Prop
6/16/2020
Dan Lanigan, host of Disney+'s Prop Culture, joins Kevin to discuss the show, his love of props, and much much more.
Duration:01:04:02
Interview w/ Former Imagineer Mark Eades: "Don't Cut the Blank Frames"
6/10/2020
In this episode of the Defunctland Podcast, Kevin sits down with Former Imagineer Mark Eades to discuss his time in theme parks, working on early EPCOT Center, Star Tours, MuppetVision, Terminator 2 3D, and more!
Duration:01:03:35
Interview w/ Former Imagineer Bob Baranick "Miraculous Models and Miniatures"
3/2/2020
Kevin is joined by Imagineer and theme park designer Bob Baranick to discuss his lengthy portfolio working on projects such as the Indiana Jones Adventure, Lucas Spaceport, Liberty Street, Tarzan's Treehouse, Captain EO, Epcot, and Frontierland in Disneyland Paris, as well as his work with other companies such as Six Flags Power Plant.
Duration:00:43:39
Interview w/ Former Imagineer Brian Collins: "Spiels, Shootouts, and Signage"
2/11/2020
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.
Duration:01:09:18
Interview w/ Former Imagineer Ray Kinman: "Carving Creations of Magic"
2/7/2020
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.woodcarverguru.com/zillions-of-pics/
Duration:00:55:18
Interview w/ Kevin Perjurer: "The Last Episode (Before Podcast Season Three)"
2/4/2020
Kevin Perjurer sits down on this final episode of the Defunctland Podcast's second season to answer audience questions in a discussion moderated by Jack from Park Ride History.
Duration:01:09:35
Interview w/ Actor and Puppeteer Nate Begle: Dream Come True
11/13/2019
Defunctland team member, audio extraordinaire, and puppeteer Nate Begle finally joins the Defunctland Podcast to discuss his work with Mystery Science Theater 3000 Live, The Muppets Presents... Great Moments in American History, and his work with Kevin on Defunctland.
Duration:01:19:48
Interview w/ Broadway Star Andrew Barth Feldman: The Musical World of Disney
9/21/2019
On this episode of the Defunctland Podcast, Kevin is joined by Dear Evan Hanson star and Disney Parks fanatic Andrew Barth Feldman. They discuss Andrew's love for the parks and some of the musicals the two have seen around Disney.
Duration:00:45:54
Defunctland vs. RobPlays 4: On the Galaxy's Edge of Glory
8/3/2019
Rob and Kevin both went to Cast Member previews of Galaxy's Edge at Walt Disney World, and they have some thoughts. The two go head to head in the fourth installment of their debate series.
Duration:02:17:33
Interview w/ Stephanie D'Abruzzo and Craig Shemin: "Working in a Wubbulous World"
3/16/2019
On this episode of the Defunctland Podcast, puppeteer and actress Stephanie D'Abruzzo and writer Craig Shemin join Kevin to talk all about the Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss.
Duration:01:06:23
Interview w/ Jake Williams of Bright Sun Films: "Top 5 Abandoned Tangents of This Podcast"
2/13/2019
Kevin is finally joined by Jake Williams of Bright Sun Films to discuss everything YouTube documentaries and discuss the huge success of Abandoned, Cancelled, and Bankrupt, even if Jake wasn't aware beforehand.
Duration:01:06:05
Interview w/ Former Imagineer Trader Brandon: Digging Through Disney's Trash
1/21/2019
Former Imagineer Trader Brandon joins the Defunctland Podcast to surprise Disney Dan and Kevin with his vast knowledge on the creation of Trader Sam's, the Hatbox Ghost in the Haunted Mansion, and broken animatronics of purple dragons.
Get Trader Brandon's book! https://www.traderbrandon.com/collections/pins/products/the-field-guide-to-tiki-decorating
Duration:01:28:43
Interview w/ Hank Green: An Absolutely Remarkable Thing: The Ride
12/2/2018
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!
Duration:01:14:20
Interview w/ Director of 'Walt's Frozen Head' Ben Lancaster: "Making a Film Inside of Disney World"
11/6/2018
Ben Lancaster joins the Defunctland podcast to discuss his new film "The Further Adventures of Walt's Frozen Head," a film shot on location at Walt Disney World. A battle of the egos ensues between Kevin and Ben as they discuss a variety of topics.
Duration:01:11:14
Interview w/ Imagineer Rick Rothschild "ExtraTERRORestrial, Pleasure Island, and More!"
10/15/2018
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!
Duration:01:27:47
Interview w/ WWE Superstar Zack Ryder: "Theme Park Smackdown"
9/26/2018
WWE Superstar Zack Ryder joins Kevin on the podcast to discuss everything theme parks, and Zack has some... controversial opinions to say the least. Has Kevin finally met his match?
Duration:01:04:33
Interview w/ Urban Explorer Matt Sonswa: "The Craziest Stories You've Ever Heard"
9/26/2018
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.
Duration:01:22:49
Interview w/ Brian Hull: "Great First Impression"
8/29/2018
Voice Actor and YouTuber Brian Hull joins the Defunctland Podcast, bringing many of his beloved impersonations with him.
Duration:01:10:10
Interview w/ Former Club Disney Employee Sean "Captaining a Sinking Steamboat"
8/21/2018
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.
Duration:01:08:13