What if the most powerful Marvel moment was not a ride at all?

This week, Stephen takes us inside The Infinity Stone Ritual, a Marvel merchantainment experience where guests step into Wong’s secret archive, witness the return of the Infinity Stones, and may even be chosen as a new guardian of the universe. Joined by the Queen of Disneyland, Kim Millspaugh (@disney.sme), we explore how story, interactivity, and collectible moments come together to create an experience that is as repeatable as it is magical.

Plus, we play a brand-new game, Marvel Letter Flip, where we take classic Marvel movie titles and twist them one letter at a time to create hilariously alternate universes.

From hidden rituals to one-of-a-kind merchandise, this episode is a deep dive into what makes Disney themed entertainment endlessly inventive and why sometimes the story is the souvenir.

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What happens when Disney builds something incredible and then never opens it?

This week, Stephen leads our first canceled episode of the season as we revisit the legendary Western River Expedition, the ambitious frontier epic that was designed, developed, and ultimately left behind. Joined by Kaity and special guest Olivia from @soarinaroundwdwpod, our Friend of the Idiots Podcast of the Year, we unpack the history, the lore, and the ideas that refused to disappear.

Then we take a swing at bringing it into the present with our own modern concept, Ghost Town Grand Prix, a Cars themed race through a haunted frontier town inside Piston Peak.

And because no ghost town is complete without a little chaos, we play a brand new game, Name That Buckaroo, where wild west characters need names and the competition gets unhinged fast.

From scrapped mountains to surviving show scenes, this episode is all about why a good idea at Imagineering never really dies.

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What would it look like if Monsters, humans, and sushi could coexist in perfect harmony?

This week on Idiot’s Guide to Imagineering, Kaity is joined by Stephen and Jenny to bring Harryhausen’s, a likely addition to the upcoming Monstropolis land at Hollywood Studios, to life. From sleek, modern design and immersive details inspired by the movie, to both quick-service and omakase-style options, we explore how Imagineering transforms a beloved IP into a believable, unforgettable experience for guests of all ages.

Along the way, we dive into why attention to detail matters more than most realize, how subtle touches build immersion, and what it takes to design a space that feels authentically “Monsters Inc.” while still functioning in the real world. This isn’t just about creating a restaurant; it’s about designing a story you can eat.

From signature sushi rolls to character-inspired desserts, Harryhausen’s is all about combining whimsy, sophistication, and Disney magic in a way that feels both approachable and extraordinary.

Plus, character brunch ideas, clever quick-service hacks, and a peek at what it might feel like to dine with Mike, Sully, and the gang in Hollywood Studios.

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