AUTHOR: Tom Bell

Tom is the former host/producer of the Disneyland Edition podcast and is currently the co-host of the Connecting With Walt podcast, plus is also providing Disneyland content from the parks. He enjoys traveling with friends and spending time with family, including his son and grandson. In his spare time he volunteers with Scouts BSA and Cub Scouts, and helped found his son's former Cub Scout Pack. His favorite Disneyland attraction is Space Mountain.



Fans Not Happy About Changes to Disneyland’s Flag Retreat Ceremony

During each afternoon’s Flag Retreat Ceremony at Disneyland Park, an honor guard of Disneyland security officers lowers the United States and California flags for the day in a patriotic ceremony where they’re usually joined by the Disneyland Band and the Dapper Dans. As the band plays the anthem from each of the armed forces, veterans Fans Not Happy About Changes to Disneyland’s Flag Retreat Ceremony

Disney CEO Bob Iger Hints at Tiered Pricing for Streaming Services

During the 1st quarter earnings call earlier this month, Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger talked about a $4.99 for ESPN Plus, the new streaming sports service that’s set to debut soon. Now, Iger is suggesting that the ESPN service, as well as the still unnamed Disney entertainment service, may adopt a tiered pricing structure. Disney CEO Bob Iger Hints at Tiered Pricing for Streaming Services

Hollywood Walk of Fame Schedules Mark Hamill’s Star Ceremony

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has announced the dedication and unveiling of a new star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Star Wars actor Mark Hamill. Hamill’s star was announced last year along with other 2018 honorees, including Minnie Mouse. The ceremony will take place Thursday, March 8th beginning at 11:30am PST. As with Hollywood Walk of Fame Schedules Mark Hamill’s Star Ceremony

Tropical Hideaway Coming to Disneyland’s Adventureland

The Disneyland Resort has announced a brand new experience coming to Disneyland Park‘s Adventureland. Very soon, Aladdin’s Oasis will become The Tropical Hideaway. The new venue, between the Enchanted Tiki Room and the Jungle Cruise, will offer the “sights, sounds and flavors of the tropics.” During their visit to The Tropical Hideaway, guests will be Tropical Hideaway Coming to Disneyland’s Adventureland

Behind the Music of Together Forever-A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular

A new video from the Disney Parks Blog goes behind the scenes as the musical score is being put together for Together Forever-A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular, the new fireworks show coming soon to Disneyland Park. Matt Walker, Head of Music for Walt Disney Imagineering, said that he had fun integrating music into the show. According to Behind the Music of Together Forever-A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular