The Disney Dish with Jim Hill

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The Disney Dish Podcast with Jim Hill and Len TestaDive into the fascinating world of Disney with theme park historian Jim Hill and Len Testa as they uncover the stories behind the magic. From breaking news and in-depth analyses to quirky historical tidbits and behind-the-scenes secrets, The Disney Dish offers a unique blend of humor, expertise, and insider knowledge.Whether you're a die-hard Disney fan, a theme park aficionado, or just curious about the history and future of Disney parks and resorts, this podcast has something for everyone.What to Expect:Breaking Disney News: Stay up to date on the latest happenings at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Disney's global parks.Historical Deep Dives: Learn how classic attractions were created, the stories behind Disney's biggest decisions, and the Imagineering ingenuity that brought it all to life.Listener Q&A: Get answers to your burning questions about the parks, attractions, and Disney culture.Exclusive Insights: Gain access to insider details and stories you won’t find anywhere else.Fun & Humor: Enjoy the wit and camaraderie of two Disney enthusiasts who know how to make even the most technical details entertaining.With decades of combined experience and an unmatched passion for all things Disney, Jim and Len guide you through the parks, the stories, and the magic in a way only they can.Your journey to the happiest podcast on earth starts here. Subscribe today!

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Liviekate

Can’t Listen

I used to listen every week because I’m a huge Disney nerd and a former CP. A few weeks ago Lin made a comment that was extremely racist and put a really bad taste in my mouth. I don’t think it was coming from a place of fear or hatred, but it was completely tone deaf and not okay. We must all educate ourselves so we can become better people and better allies.
dphayes1

Again

Listen to the show every week. Like that you guys don’t sugar coat everything disney. One comment: “Again,” “Then again,” “But again,” “and again”.
Maggien29

A weekly must!!

My weekly must listen! Love to hear all of your tips and the history ! Very enjoyable ! Even Len’s dad humor!
Dodson0930

Question - But always Loved the P- Cast

Sorry, I don’t know how to send you a question, but how does the physical size of Epic Universe compare to EPCOT or Animal Kingdom?
Miami Soul

Should be renamed Disney Dump

Two grumpy old men pontificate and complain about Disney (meanwhile Len uses the company to make his salary with Touring Plans). Other theme parks can do no wrong. As an example in a recent episode a survey done by Universal about the monster make-up dives into how much a customer would pay. They applaud the survey for its excellent questions. If Disney had sent the same one they would’ve have bashed it for trying milk every dime out of a customer. It’s really tired. Yes it’s expensive but so is every other theme park. Same episode Jim stammers his support for young families to take their kids to Legoland instead of Disney. I’m officially done with this podcast cause it’s clear what was once an easy and mindless listen has become an agenda for them.
404NotFoundError001

Shut up, Jim.

Half of this show is great. The other half is Jim Hill reading Wikipedia verbatim and trying to act like it’s info he has in his head. You can literally pull up Wikipedia whenever he starts pontificating as if he’s a scholar and follow along as he rips his info from the most dubious source on the internet. The man has no clue what he’s talking about most times, just good at line reading. Len is great though.
perspective1

Negative Nellys

I appreciate the honest takes about Disney Parks. But sometimes it’s get too negative. It sounds like they are licking their lips and rubbing the hands with grins like the Donkey keeper on Pleasure Island whilst talking about any rumors of malfunctions on the new Tiana attraction. I keep waiting for Mr. Hill to end the show singing, “You poor unfortunate souls….”!
First Name KRISTOFF

Fell asleep during an ad

I’m sure it’s another good Disney podcast, but it kind of drones on and on in monotone and gets boring when you start thinking about stuff as they keep monologuing.
printstud

Jim Hill

Could be sooooooo much better without Jim hill until then only partially smelly garbage
BJT20862

Mismatch

Episode titles do not match up with episode content
Sdart

Simply the best

My absolute favorite “all things Disney” podcast. Love the data-driven discussions, as I’m an economist myself! Len and Jim are incredibly knowledgeable and keep us updated on everything that’s changing - and there’s a lot of that going on!
SPG Ryan

Hurts my ears

These two do not have voices for podcasts. Jim Hill in particular sounds like a bad preschool teacher. Very clickbait episode titles too. They might talk about the “main topic” for two minutes of a 45 minute episode.
Salf777

Great podcast

This is one of the most informative and fun Disney podcasts I have ever heard. I look forward to a new episode every week. I wish these guys would write a book about all of the stories and back stories of the parks and attractions that they talk about. So informative.
RE3AII0

Stopped listening when Jim Shull showed up

Garbage person who hates everything he didn’t touch. He’s annoying and entitled. Get him off the show!
SKH23

Informative, cheesy, fun

As a current CM, I thoroughly enjoy this podcast! It gives me tons of great detail, depth and history on so many different aspects of TWDC. It’s been really fun learning more about this company I love and work for, and it’s made me a hit at the water cooler with all my newfound fun facts!
greenpad

Len stopped talking politics

Upping my review to 4 stars because Len has stopped talking about FL politics. This is a very informative podcast with lots of insider insight you can’t get anywhere else.
Disney Dish Listener

Good Insider Info

I really do enjoy the content and insider information the show produces. However, I am extremely distracted by the amount of times Jim says “you know” and it takes me out of the experience every time as I end up counting how many times he says it.
FallingLEaves3941

Informative and funny, how could U go wrong?

I’ve learned so much about the history of Disney from this dynamic duo. They are so fun to listen to. They could teach a history class and you would not get bored, unlike some of the teachers I’ve had. Their camaraderie and candor keeps me coming back for me. And where can we get our hands on some Hank Lonely merch? Discovered this podcast thanks to Hank’s appearance on the DCL Duo podcast. You never know what these guys are gonna say to start the ball rolling at the beginning of each episode.
cjkle

Disney History Buffs

I enjoy listening to this show. There is Disney history told along with current events and news. The jokes and personalities of Jim and Len make it my favorite podcast to listen to each week.
david.whittenberg

Great Disney Podcast

The host do a great job of bringing an objective view of Disney.
Ksconz

Jollywood Nignts episode

I love the endings to your shows where you give random things to do across the country. I won’t be attending the Black Hills Dance festival but I live in Rapid City, SD and it warms my heart to hear those things. BTW it’s a 45 minute drive for that 5 cent cup of coffee in Wall Drug from Rapid City. I would suggest you have that coffee with a chocolate cake donut. Well worth the drive then.
Connor.Rose

Loving the background sounds

While I came to this show for Jim and Len ’s wonderful stories, I stayed for the background noise. Whether it’s a cat fight in an alley, a lost doordasher asking for directions, or someone listening to a home video of Tucson High Schools class of 1989’s theater production of Young Frankenstein, every show is a delight and I look forward to them every week. What a wonderful show!
CuzEDoes

Love this show!

I found the Disney Dish podcast about a year ago and just love how Jim and Len combine a love for theme parks with a love for data. (Be still my heart!) I haven't missed an episode since I started listening! I just finished the episode about why Hong Kong Disneyland doesn't have a Peter Pan Flight ride (ep 448) - which was great - and would love to hear more stories about Hong Kong Disneyland. It's a beautiful park with a unique history but it often gets overlooked by its larger sister parks around the world. Thanks for the great show!
Andy in ID

Informative! Too much background noise…

Jim and Len do a good job presenting a fun and informative podcast. I personally find it difficult to finish episodes sometimes because of all the background noise on Len’s side: tables being set, sirens, construction, and cat fights are some of the detractors that have been recorded in the ten or so episodes I’ve listened to so far.
Thoryn's

Podcast download issues

I don’t know what’s happened to your podcasts on Apple Podcasts, but I have not been able to download and listen to any new recording since the beginning of August 2023. The show is there to download, it just won’t. All other podcasts I listen to are just fine. I’m not sure the reason, but I’d love to be able to listen to them on this platform once again.
rhodymj

Interesting and Fun!

This podcast makes my Monday commute so much more fun. I enjoy the news, stories, and particularly, the reports on new patents. This isn’t a “how to plan your WDW trip” podcast (altho you can do no better than planning with Touring Plans and the Unofficial Touring Guide)—it’s insightful commentary, humor, and good storytelling.
paulames

Years long listener, first time rater

This is my favorite podcast series. From the Disney news to animation to Marvel to Lucas, each topic is covered with fun and knowledge by Jim Hill and company. This is a very talented group. I encourage any fan of the above to give it a listen.
Marianaaacl

Lovely Guest Josh Gad

Such a treat to get some of Josh Gas’s views on Disney projects!! I love him in everything he’s in. Of course I miss Len, would love to get all 3 in one podcast in the future.
Cinscientious

Awesome

So informative and fun.
NorthlandBob

Schmursday FTW!

My wife and I look forward to the Disney Dish each week. Jim and Len are helpful, interesting, and most of all, entertaining. We never miss a show. Keep up the great work!
REDGAR6467

Thanks for the show

Love the mix of data, history and humor on the show. Thank you so much for it.
JGF.74

Please no more pool talk!

Move along.
Scott2209

Best of the Disney World Podcasts

Len Testa and Jim Hill provide fascinating details surrounding Disney World and its history. They have a great deal of insider information and excellent tips and reviews. This is my favorite of the WDW podcasts.
Casey's Mom 18

Love it!

Not many people can say a highlight of the week is the commute to work Monday morning. Mine is, thanks to Len and Jim!
InvokeProvokeEvoke

Too political!

I’ve been very patient with Len’s heavily left-leaning political gloating, but I think I’m done. Stick to the entertaining and informative in-park Disney news — it’s what kept me here for over a year.
GoofyMike052014

Podcast is nothing but a left wing political arm

Stopped listening.These guys are too political in their disdain for DeSantis and anything that doesn’t fit their liberal minded and one sided view. I came to hear about Disney news and get some laughs, but I have to sit through an entire dissertation on how Florida is terrible, and Disney is the greatest company on earth. Len, just move out if that’s how you truly feel about Florida go back to New York where your views are more aligned.Pathetic. You just lost a listener.
Riker Gr

Too much Liberal Politics

I have listened for at least 5 years and no more……Too much Liberal Politica for me……..Jim is fine. Len has become a jerk Iberia or has always been and just hid it. Go woke and go broke……
Wickersham1

Best Disney history & insight

Love Len & Jim! They complement each other, each having deep knowledge in different areas. I look forward to hearing their perspective, insight & predictions about the happiest places on earth.
Jer291114

The outright preeminent show for the complete Disney enthusiast.

This show has it all when it comes to Disney, news, surveys, laughter, the inside story, accurate predictions, history and the two best hosts anyone could ask for. I always look forward to each show as a bright spot for my drive time. DanandFam
buggysdad

Disney Fan? You Need To Listen!

I love listening to podcasts about Disney- so much so that I can’t always keep up. I make sure to keep up with this one! Jim and Len provide great information about what’s happening at the Disney theme parks and The Walt Disney Company in general for the first half of the show, and the second half of the show does deep dives into the history of the parks and resorts and the attractions found there. Jim and Len have a great rapport; the shows feel less like a scripted show and more like a conversation between to guys who really, REALLY know what’s happening behind the scenes. Give it a listen!
Woahdereboi

Monday Morning Ritual

Well no, that’s it exactly. Fair enough.
jdma3

The gold standard of Disney podcasts

Great content, great personalities, great show
jvwoods

Love the surveys!

Current favorite Disney podcast! Love the surveys and history
CisnerosFamily

Great Podcast

Forgot the Epcots 40th on your 2022 Recap.
GTMar1027

Insightful

Jim and Len really are the cream of the crop for Disney news and commentary. Their discussions are insightful and thoughtful in addition to being well researched/prepared. I look forward to the pod every Schmursday!
Taylor Swift 1313

Top Shelf

There is an increasing number of really awful Disnsy podcasts out there… Thanks for being Club Level. You two bring the Disney goods every week and do it with both humor and integrity.
love4popculture

Their voices draw you in, their content keeps you there

I love both Jim and Len's voices! So lovely! Jim knows the history and the current state of Disney, Len knows the numbers. It is a fantastic combination. Happy Schmursday Gentlemen! Looking forward to many more podcast epirsodes! Truly, Tracy
Steve from STL

Disney Parks news and much more

Disney insiders Len and Jim do a great job discussing the latest Disney parks news, surveys, rumors, and history. Entertaining presentation along with informative and honest content mixed with clever jokes. A must listen for Parks fans.
sprocketqueen

A Weekly Must for WDWatchers

The Disney Dish is an absolute must for Disney news junkies and history aficionados. The hosts are incredibly knowledgeable and they are appropriately critical — neither delusional in their optimism nor exhausting in their pessimism. They share historical facts and current insights that I don’t read /hear anywhere else. (Check out the recent episode on the leadership change at the company to see what I mean.) Finally, they really seem to like their jobs — and listeners.
WDW Trucker Jeff C

Best way to go to Disney Parks with out leaving home

The Disney Dish with Jim Hill and Len Testa is THE best Disney podcasts available!! It’s not worth your time looking for another!! Len’s positivity is amazing paired with Jim Hill’s knowledge is a 1-2 punch that will knock you straight to Orlando and/or Anaheim!! True Story!! It’s an every shmursday must listen!!