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Podcast: The Jim Hill Media Podcast Network
Episode: Manufacturing the Magic: How Walt riding the rails led to rides at Disneyland
Description: In the 18th installment of this educational series, Shelly & Noe Valladolid explore how Walt Disney’s lifelong fascination with trains impacted the development of his family fun park. Special guest Roger Colton sheds light on this specific aspect of Disneyland history.
Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about:
* Why is Walt’s visit to the Chicago Railroad Fair in 1948 considered such an important moment in the development history of Disneyland
* Which specific Disneyland attraction was inspired by Walt & Ward Kimball’s stop at Greenfield Villag...