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Retro Disney World Podcast

Retro Disney World Podcast

Written by: Lake Buena Vista Historical Society
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 A monthly trip back in time to Walt Disney World - From pre-opening to 25 years ago; your four retro hosts discuss now closed, but not forgotten attractions, designs, architecture and more! Come experience the Vacation Kingdom of the World...the way it was...and the way it is in your memories!Copyright Lake Buena Vista Historical Society. All rights reserved. Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
Episodes
  • 102 - The Bicentennial at WDW (101 is coming soon)

    102 - The Bicentennial at WDW (101 is coming soon)
    Feb 4 2026

    Step back with us to Walt Disney World during America’s 1976 birthday celebration, when the parks were dressed to the nines for the United States Bicentennial. We relive the sights and sounds of the era—patriotic parades and float details, nighttime fireworks, and the red-white-and-blue bunting and decorations that transformed Main Street and beyond. Expect lots of vivid nostalgia, deep-cut observations, and the little design choices that made the Bicentennial feel uniquely Disney.
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    1 hr and 47 mins
  • 100 - RetroMagic 10 Recap

    100 - RetroMagic 10 Recap
    Nov 30 2025
    1 hr and 40 mins
  • 99 - Orlandoland

    99 - Orlandoland
    Sep 22 2025

    This month How leads a discussion about the selection process that brought Walt Disney World to Orlando, the different sites in the area that were considered for purchase, and some of the alternate locations that were considered. He also talks about when Walt Disney World almost helped build a city of the future and theme park in Palm Beach Gardens in 1959!
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    1 hr and 7 mins
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