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.

TSA to Accept Expired Identification at Checkpoints

By Tom Bell | Published April 14, 2020

For travelers that have been unable to renew their identification cards, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) said today that it will accept an expired driver’s license or state-issued ID at their checkpoints, provided that it expired on or after March 1, 2020. TSA will continue to accept those expired IDs for a year after their … TSA to Accept Expired Identification at Checkpoints

Broadway Cares to Stream Disney on Broadway 25th Anniversary Concert

By Tom Bell | Published April 14, 2020

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS has scheduled a special online event on April 17 to be hosted by Ryan McCartan which will include performances from the November concert “Celebrating 25 Magical Years of Disney On Broadway.” The streamed event was originally for April 13, but had to be rescheduled when the organization couldn’t reach an agreement … Broadway Cares to Stream Disney on Broadway 25th Anniversary Concert

The Walt Disney Company Signs Additional $5 Billion Credit Agreement

By Tom Bell | Published April 13, 2020

In an attempt to strengthen their liquidity, The Walt Disney Company has entered into another credit agreement for $5 billion, which gives the company up to $13 billion in credit should it be needed. The 364-day credit agreement with Citibank matures April 9, 2021, but can be extended with approval from the lender. This is … The Walt Disney Company Signs Additional $5 Billion Credit Agreement

Bob Iger Retakes Some CEO Duties During a ‘Crisis of This Magnitude’

By Tom Bell | Published April 13, 2020

According to the New York Times, less than two months after stepping down and handing over the reins of The Walt Disney Company to Bob Chapek, former CEO Bob Iger has stepped back in to some of those duties. That article says that, “Mr. Iger has effectively returned to running the company. After a few … Bob Iger Retakes Some CEO Duties During a ‘Crisis of This Magnitude’

Dapper Dans Share a Magic Kingdom Classic From Their Homes

By Tom Bell | Published April 12, 2020

While they’re not able to walk right down the middle of Main Street U.S.A. these days, the Dapper Dans are still making music. A couple weeks ago, Disneyland Park’s group came together remotely to sing the Disney classic “When You Wish Upon a Star.” With National Barbershop Quartet Day on calendar yesterday, the Dans from … Dapper Dans Share a Magic Kingdom Classic From Their Homes

Walt Disney World Donates Easter Lilies to Local Seniors

By Tom Bell | Published April 11, 2020

Walt Disney World has donated 200 Easter lilies that would normally be gracing the parks this weekend to local seniors to be delivered along with their Meals on Wheels delivery from the Osceola Council on Aging. Michelle Giger Rohrmann, a horticulture Cast Member who managers the nursery that grows the flowers, spearheaded the effort, saying … Walt Disney World Donates Easter Lilies to Local Seniors

Walt Disney World Reaches Furlough Agreement with Largest Union

By Tom Bell | Published April 11, 2020

The Service Trades Council Union, which represents more than half of the 77,000 Cast Members at Walt Disney World, says that it has reached a furlough agreement with the company. The coalition of six locals represents 40,000 employees in various areas, including theme park characters, ride attendants, hotel housekeepers, custodians, vacation planners, lifeguards, entertainment technicians, … Walt Disney World Reaches Furlough Agreement with Largest Union

Theme Song from Disneyland’s Magic Happens Parade Now Available for Download

By Tom Bell | Published April 10, 2020

Disney recently released the theme song from Disneyland Park’s new Magic Happen parade for download on iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, and other platforms. The song, co-composed by singer-songwriter Todrick Hall, accompanies the opening float of the energetic new parade. In addition, Apple Music has released a “Magic Happens” playlist, filled 19 of the Disney songs … Theme Song from Disneyland’s Magic Happens Parade Now Available for Download

ABC to Air The Disney Family Singalong on April 16

By Tom Bell | Published April 10, 2020 | Updated April 15, 2020

UPDATE: We now have the full list of performers and songs! Following an introduction by Elle Fanning and a vocal warmup with Kristin Chenoweth, viewers can sing along to: A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes | Demi Lovato & Michael Buble A Spoonful of Sugar | Little Big Town Be Our Guest | … ABC to Air The Disney Family Singalong on April 16

Disney Shares a Look at the Science of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster

By Tom Bell | Published April 9, 2020

For those young Disney fans that are stuck at home right now, Disney Parks is offering a look behind the scenes at the science of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster along with a cool science experiment using the same scientific principles. Cast Members Angel and Josh share how the popular Hollywood Studios coaster uses magnets to … Disney Shares a Look at the Science of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster