From zombies to werewolves to aliens, the Zombies franchise just kept getting bigger, bolder, and more fun. But how do you build a world that wild—and still make it relatable?

This week, we’re joined by Paul Hoen, the director behind Disney’s Zombies films, to pull back the curtain on how it all came together.

In this episode, Paul shares:

• How he landed the director’s chair for the first Zombies movie 🎬
• The creative process behind shaping Seabrook’s colorful world
• What it takes to bring those massive musical numbers to life
• The deeper themes that connect the entire franchise
• And yes, we had to ask… could there be a Zombies 5? 👀

Whether you’re team zombie, team werewolf, team alien, or team cheerleader, this is a must-listen for any Disney fan who loves learning what happens behind the camera.

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Timestamps

Welcome 00:00

How Paul’s Career Got Started 03:22

Making Movies That Resonate 07:03

The Themes of the Zombies Franchise 12:30

Planning a Trilogy? 17:23

What’s Up with Addison’s Hair? 18:22

Keeping Zombies Fresh in a World of Musicals 21:51

Finding the Cast 24:29

Behind the Scenes of Making the Movies 28:09

Paul’s Favorite Moment 40:37

Pitching Our Favorite Zombies Theories 42:51

Is All of This Just Happening in Seabrook? 51:27

Cut Storylines 52:32

Will There Be a Zombies 5? 55:48

What’s Your Favorite Zombies Movie? 1:00:19

Everyone knows going to Disney World is expensive—but how expensive depends on how you plan. In this episode, we explore what different Disney trips look like at four very different budgets: $1,000, $5,000, $10,000 and $25,000.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Is it possible to take your family to Disney World for under $1,000?
• What do you gain (and what do you lose) with a $5,000 trip?
• What does a $25,000 “ultimate Disney vacation” actually look like?
• How much of your budget goes to tickets, Lightning Lanes, food, hotels, and merch
• Tips for setting realistic expectations for your own Disney trip

Whether you’re planning on a tight budget or dreaming big, this episode will help you see the magic in every kind of Disney vacation.

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Timestamps

Welcome 00:00

Pricing Out Your Disney World Vacation 01:19

$1,000 Trip 03:38

$5,000 Disney Vacation 11:51

$10,000 Family Vacation 17:31

Disney World Park Refresh Rotation 24:52

Trip Add Ons 30:52

$25,000 Once in a Lifetime Disney World Vacation 34:08

Go To Restaurants 42:36

Can You Have Too Much Disney? 46:35

The Enchanted Tiki Room didn’t just add charm to Adventureland—it changed Disney history forever. In this episode, we explore how Walt Disney and Imagineers used groundbreaking technology to bring the first audio-animatronics to life, paving the way for Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean and beyond.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Walt’s original idea for the Enchanted Tiki Room
• Why the Tiki Room is the foundation of Disney Parks
• How NASA technology helped make the Tiki Birds possible

If you’re a Disney adult who loves Imagineering stories, this is one you won’t want to miss.

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Timestamps

Welcome 00:00

The Origins of Audio Animatronics 01:58

The Start of the Enchanted Tiki Room 08:11

How NASA Made it All Possible 11:04

The Problem with a Dinner Show 18:46

Writing the Songs 22:03

Remnants of the Tea Room 23:54

Opening Day Success 26:37

Dole Sponsorship 30:18

Fun Facts 35:17

Other Versions of the Tiki Room 39:12

Trader Sam’s 48:46

What Attraction Should We Cover Next? 51:09