Unpacked presents: Bret, Mickey & Walt

A biographical mini-series from 'Unpacked' Executive Producer Kory. How does a suburban, 90s kid with big dreams grow up to become the voice of the most iconic cartoon character of all time? Meet Bret Iwan on episode one, premiering 8/26/19!

First Look: Bret, Mickey & Walt 08/19/2019

First Look: Bret, Mickey & Walt In one week, we'll begin to share Bret Iwan's fascinating story. In this bonus, Kory shares one of his favorite sections of episode one! If you would like to listen to episode one right now, head to our Patreon and join us for as little as $1 a month! Unpacked presents: Bret, Mickey & Walt premieres August 26th. /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/10901037

Panel w/ Bret Iwan at StocktonCon 2019 08/05/2019

Panel w/ Bret Iwan at StocktonCon 2019 Last week on Theme Park Pulse, Bret Iwan (the voice of Mickey Mouse) joined us to reflect on the life of Russi Taylor, the longtime voice of Minnie Mouse. Over the weekend, Kory hosted a panel with Bret at StocktonCon 2019 and they officially announced this new "Mickey-series" to the world! Bret, Mickey & Walt premieres Monday, August 26 on Unpacked! /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/10774244

Coming Soon: Bret, Mickey & Walt 08/02/2019

Coming Soon: Bret, Mickey & Walt Beginning August 26, Kory takes us inside the home, mind, and Bret Iwan...the current official voice of Mickey Mouse! How does a suburban, 90s kid with big dreams grow up to be the voice of the most iconic cartoon character of all time? We'll find out when Unpacked presents: Bret, Mickey & Walt! /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/10746422

Fraud, Fortune & Fate 07/01/2019

Fraud, Fortune & Fate A scandal that almost took down the game show industry, a look behind the scenes at the resulting changes, and the heartwarming story of a little girl's unshakeable will to have her own shiny red bike on this episode of Unpacked! Special thanks to Louis Goldberg, producer on the TLC show "Outdaughtered," and to Sarah and Laura Mills for sharing their story in "The Shiny Red Bike." LINKS: Louis Goldberg's Actual IMDB Page Watch that fateful episode of "21" we heard in this episode. The Hollywood Reporter's obit on Charles Van Doren - Sign up for our mailing list to keep in touch: http://eepurl.com/gi_Ghj For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail: (213) 935-0513 Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Unpacked is a production of No Midnight Media. /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/10324904

Torched! 05/20/2019

Torched! This week on Unpacked….three people experience the deadly and destructive force of fire...in three completely different ways. - Special thanks to Jay Sherer from The Story Geeks podcast for his voiceover work, Zac Stuart-Pontier (Crimetown & The Ballad of Billy Balls) for the story advice, and to our subjects Alesia Dobson, Gary Meloni and John Morris for their generosity and willingness to experiment! - Sign up for our mailing list to keep in touch: http://eepurl.com/gi_Ghj For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail: (213) 935-0513 Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Unpacked is a production of No Midnight Media. /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/9734429

PREVIEW: "Torched" 05/13/2019

PREVIEW: "Torched" Hear the first 4 minutes of next week's all-new Unpacked! We return on May 20th with three exciting stories! Sign up for our mailing list to keep in touch: http://eepurl.com/gi_Ghj Check out our new Walt & Friends t-shirt here: https://bit.ly/2Ex7Z1Y For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail: (213) 935-0513 Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Unpacked is a production of No Midnight Media. /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/9722648

Presenting: Modern Mouse with Josh Taylor 05/06/2019

Presenting: Modern Mouse with Josh Taylor This week we present episode one of Josh Taylor's cool new pod called Modern Mouse, and an update on the next all-new Unpacked! Sign up for our mailing list to keep in touch: http://eepurl.com/gi_Ghj Check out our new Walt & Friends t-shirt here: https://bit.ly/2Ex7Z1Y For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail: (213) 935-0513 Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Unpacked is a production of No Midnight Media. /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/9666983

Behind The Scenes: Jack's Seattle Rap Battle 04/22/2019

Behind The Scenes: Jack's Seattle Rap Battle Jack breaks down his story, from the last episode, on a fun bonus episode of Unpacked! /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/9484859

Jack's Seattle Rap Battle 04/15/2019

Jack's Seattle Rap Battle A high-school media competition takes a young podcaster on an 8 hour journey into Seattle’s underground rap scene. BONUS CONTENT: Behind the scenes of Jack's story! Sign up for our mailing list to keep in touch: http://eepurl.com/gi_Ghj Check out our new Walt & Friends t-shirt here: https://bit.ly/2Ex7Z1Y For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail: (213) 935-0513 Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Unpacked is a production of No Midnight Media. /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/9350930

More Expos & More Baseball Stuff 04/08/2019

More Expos & More Baseball Stuff Some more discussion around last week's Unpacked, and the reveal of next week's all-new Unpacked! Recorded 3/28/19 /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/9308261

Remember The Montreal Expos? 04/01/2019

Remember The Montreal Expos? We are trying something new and stepping outside of just theme park related content. It's time for us to look to the future and broaden our horizons. There will still, of course, be theme park related content when we find a great story, but Unpacked will look at so much more now. With one mantra in mind...REAL PEOPLE, REAL STORIES...NO LIMITATIONS. Thank you in advance for your support, and your Apple Podcasts reviews! (was that cheap? - Kory) -- 1969: The story of a young expansion baseball team that no one ever thought would play. If the MLB players strike hadn't happened...could the Montreal Expos have gone all the way in 1994? BONUS CONTENT: More Expos & Basebally Stuff Sign up for our mailing list to keep in touch: http://eepurl.com/gi_Ghj Check out our new Walt & Friends t-shirt here: https://bit.ly/2Ex7Z1Y For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail: (213) 935-0513 Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Unpacked is a production of No Midnight Media. /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/9205223

Unpacked Returns April 1! 03/25/2019

Unpacked Returns April 1! Unpacked returns with all-new episodes on April 1st (this is not an April Fools joke), and Kory shares his feelings as he prepares to take on a whole new type of storytelling! Sign up for our mailing list to keep in touch: http://eepurl.com/gi_Ghj Check out our new Walt & Friends t-shirt here: https://bit.ly/2Ex7Z1Y For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail: (213) 935-0513 Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Unpacked is a production of No Midnight Media. /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/9125648

A Two Year Evolution 02/25/2019

A Two Year Evolution Two years ago today we launched the No Midnight Podcast, the show that would evolve into two unique podcasts. Theme Park Pulse & Unpacked. This week - we take a look back. For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail: (213) 935-0513 Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Unpacked is a production of No Midnight Media. /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/8770091

Remembering Ron Miller (w/ Disney Legend Bob Gurr) 02/18/2019

Remembering Ron Miller (w/ Disney Legend Bob Gurr) Disney Legend Bob Gurr shares his memories of former Disney CEO Ron Miller, who passed away last weekend. Learn the story of this fascinating, and often under-appreciated member of the Disney family. To make a donation to The Walt Disney Family Museum's Ron & Diane Disney Miller Memorial Fund, click here. "You may not know his name, but if you’re a Disney fan, the company you love wouldn’t be what it is today without Ron’s leadership." - For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail: (213) 935-0513 Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Unpacked is a production of No Midnight Media. /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/8668331

We Can Totally Legally Play This! 02/11/2019

We Can Totally Legally Play This! Kory dropping in to share a little peak at what we are working on for the next all-new episode of Unpacked! It's probably not something you've ever thought about - but we think about it all the time as podcasters. It's called Public Domain, and we are busy unpacking that...now. The song in this episode is "Crazy Blues" by Mamie Smith. Check out NPR's piece on her life and legacy. Support the show with a small monthly gift, and grab some cool bonus content at UnpackedPodcast.com. /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/8598350

Kingdom Hearts III Behind The Scenes 01/28/2019

Kingdom Hearts III Behind The Scenes Behind the Scenes of Kingdom Hearts 3 with audio from Quinton Flynn (Axel), and Derek Stephen Prince (Vexen)! Panel audio recorded before a live audience at SacAnime. Audio remains property of SacAnime and No Midnight Media and may not be rebroadcast without express permission. - For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail: (213) 935-0513 Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Unpacked is a production of No Midnight Media. /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/8420657

Voicing Mickey & Friends 01/21/2019

Voicing Mickey & Friends What would you ask the voices of Mickey Mouse, Goofy, or Max...if you could ask anything? We (and about 800 of our friends at SacAnime) got that opportunity, and this week...we unpack that! BONUS: Full 'Mickey & Friends' SacAnime Panel Audio Panel audio recorded before a live audience at SacAnime on January 5, 2019. Audio remains property of SacAnime and No Midnight Media and may not be rebroadcast without express permission. - For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail: (213) 935-0513 Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Unpacked is a production of No Midnight Media. /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/8313683

When Goofy Met Muhammad Ali 01/14/2019

When Goofy Met Muhammad Ali While we work on the next all-new Unpacked, we wanted to share this cool audio from our SacAnime panel where Bill Farmer, the voice of Goofy, shares a cool story about meeting Muhammad Ali! - For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail: (213) 935-0513 Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Unpacked is a production of No Midnight Media. /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/8232602

When Pleasure Left The Island 01/07/2019

When Pleasure Left The Island Kory and Adam take a nostalgic look back at the heyday, and demise of Pleasure Island! Featuring a look back at Kory's 2010 Attractions Magazine article, and insight from former Executive VP of Operations for the Walt Disney World Resort, Lee Cockerell. BONUS: Notable Arrests at Walt Disney World + more with Lee Cockerell --- For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail: (213) 935-0513 Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Unpacked is a production of No Midnight Media. /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/8140718

Merry Christmas from Kory & Adam! 12/25/2018

Merry Christmas from Kory & Adam! We just wanted to stop by and wish you and yours a Merry Christmas and remind you that our all new season debuts on January 7th! - For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail:(213) 935-0513 /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/8036054

Welcome to Unpacked! 12/11/2018

Welcome to Unpacked! Kory & Adam welcome you to Unpacked! The new season debuts January 7 right here on this feed! Please leave reviews and ratings...invite your friends and join us right here on 1/7/19. For more information, head to UnpackedPodcast.com ----------------------------------------------- GET IN TOUCH: Twitter | Instagram | Website | Email Kory | Email Adam Unpacked is a production of No Midnight Media. /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/7874195

Walt Disney Family Museum - Road Trip! 12/05/2018

Walt Disney Family Museum - Road Trip! This week on Unpacked we take you along as we visit the Lucasfilm campus, and the Walt Disney Family Museum, with it's Nine Old Men exhibit! Plus - our friend Bill Butler from Garner Holt Productions tells us the story of the museum's tiki bird...which he designed! Special thanks to the Walt Disney Family Museum for the access, and hospitality. --- This episode of Unpacked is brought to you by Theme Park Alchemy's new fragrance Butter Brew. A magical fragrance indeed. Available in candles and wax melts at ThemeParkAlchemy.com. Use the promo code NOMIDNIGHT to save 15%! --- For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail:(213) 935-0513 /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/7817150

Getting To Know Bob Gurr: A Radio Story 11/28/2018

Getting To Know Bob Gurr: A Radio Story DISCLAIMER: In an early edit of this episode we incorrectly named John Wise in a piece of the story, this has been updated to correctly identify John Zovich. Depending on your download settings, you may still hear the incorrect version. We apologize for any inconvenience. Kory takes us through his journey to find a story to tell, and ends up in the home of Disney Legend Bob Gurr. Come along for a private tour of Bob's home, and learn the true story behind Bob's exit from the Disney Company. BONUS: That Herb Ryman story. LINKS:That Orlando Sentinel article. --- This episode of Unpacked is brought to you by Theme Park Alchemy's new fragrance Butter Brew. A magical fragrance indeed. Available in candles and wax melts at ThemeParkAlchemy.com. Use the promo code NOMIDNIGHT to save 15%! --- For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail:(213) 935-0513 /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/7817102

Walt Disney & Communism 11/14/2018

Walt Disney & Communism In October of 1947, Walt Disney traveled to Washington DC to testify on communist influence in Hollywood. Not only did Walt have a lot to say on the subject, he came to Capitol Hill ready to name names! This week, we unpack that! BONUS: "Der Fuehrer's Face" starring Donald Duck (watch-a-long) Big thanks to Angie from Modern Mouse Boutique & Network 1901. --- This episode of Unpacked is brought to you by Theme Park Alchemy's new fragrance Butter Brew. A magical fragrance indeed. Available in candles and wax melts at ThemeParkAlchemy.com. Use the promo code NOMIDNIGHT to save 15%! --- For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail:(213) 935-0513 /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/7817066

Great Moments 11/07/2018

Great Moments Walt Disney was part of an American generation, sometimes called the Greatest Generation, who put a LOT of value in patriotism. This week...we’ll take a look at the attractions Walt’s patriotism would inspire on Unpacked. Special thanks to Matt Roseboom from Attractions Magazine for allowing us to use their video of President Obama's Hall of Presidents recording session. This episode was written by Adam Vargyas, recorded and produced by Kory on Monday, October 22, 2018 exclusively for the No Midnight Podcast Channel. --- This episode is brought to you by Theme Park Alchemy's new fragrance Butter Brew. A magical fragrance indeed. Available in candles and wax melts at ThemeParkAlchemy.com. Use the promo code NOMIDNIGHT to save 15%! --- For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail:(213) 935-0513 /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/7817015

The Evolution of Villainy 10/31/2018

The Evolution of Villainy Without conflict, there is no story. Without a good villain to cause that conflict, there is no hero. From Pete, to the Evil Queen, to Yzma and stops in between, this week The Evolution of Villainyon Unpacked with Kory & Adam. This episode was written by Adam Vargyas, recorded and produced by Kory on Sunday, October 22, 2018 exclusively for the No Midnight Podcast Channel. --- This episode is brought to you by Dante's Flying Nanny Co. Featuring a recreation of the MAN-EATING WREATH from Haunted Mansion Holiday! For a fine selection of hand-made, parks-culture inspired items that are practically perfect in every way, visit Flying Nanny Co.and use the promo code 'NOMIDNIGHT' to save 10%! --- For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail:(213) 935-0513 /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/7816976

Zorro! 10/10/2018

Zorro! 61 years ago today, in 1957, the Zorro TV series premiered on ABC. Produced by Walt Disney, it was a continuing partnership with the network that aired the Disneyland TV show, and helped fund Disneyland itself. Like so much of Disney canon, Zorro sparked imaginations everywhere, and shaped our culture in unexpected ways. This week, we'll Unpack that! BONUS: Early access to Unpacked (before it comes out!) This episode was written by Adam Vargyas, recorded and produced by Koryon Monday, October 8, 2018 exclusively for the No Midnight Podcast Channel. All rights reserved. --- This week's episode is brought to you by Dante's Flying Nanny Co. Featuring a recreation of the MAN-EATING WREATH from Haunted Mansion Holiday! For a fine selection of hand-made, parks-culture inspired items that are practically perfect in every way, visit Flying Nanny Co.and use the promo code 'NOMIDNIGHT' to save 10%! --- For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com Voicemail: (213) 935-0513 /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/7816925

The Mickey Mouse Club 10/03/2018

The Mickey Mouse Club 63 years ago today, The Mickey Mouse Club premiered on ABC. Though it would air for only a few years, it had a monumental impact on television. Not to mention that the 1989 re-boot gave us a ton of stars we still see on TV today! This week, we unpack The Mickey Mouse Club. BONUS: Kory's weird day at work, and messing with Alexa! Also mentioned on this episode...Walt - A No Midnight Serial, and ABC's The Mickey Mouse Club Story. This episode was written by Adam Vargyas, recorded and produced by Kory on Monday, October 1, 2018 exclusively for the No Midnight Podcast Channel. All rights reserved. --- This week's Unpacked is brought to you by Dante's Flying Nanny Co. Featuring a recreation of the MAN-EATING WREATH from Haunted Mansion Holiday! For a fine selection of hand-made, parks-culture inspired items that are practically perfect in every way, visit Flying Nanny Co.and use the promo code 'NOMIDNIGHT' to save 10%! --- For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com. Voicemail: (213) 935-0513 /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/7816667

Honey, I Shrunk The Audience 09/26/2018

Honey, I Shrunk The Audience The story of how Wayne Szalinski took over Epcot, and subsequently two other continents, HAS to begin with the story of how Rick Moranis first took over the silver screen...which by most accounts was sort of an accident. Joining us to tell that story, Jeff DePaoli from "Dizney Coast-to-Coast," with an audio-assist by Jesse Thorn from the NPR Podcast "Bullseye." BONUS: Outtakes Stewie Song Thingie + Early Access! This episode was written by Adam Vargyas, recorded and produced by Kory on Monday, September 24, 2018 exclusively for No Midnight Media. Interview clips from "Bullseye with Jesse Thorn" used with permission. All rights reserved. /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/7803005

Captain EO 09/19/2018

Captain EO 32 years ago today, Disneyland kicked off a 60 hour party for their newest attraction, Captain EO! Starring Michael Jackson, it would open the door for Disney & Lucasfilm to change the way theme parks are designed forever! BONUS: "Captain EO" Watch-a-long with Kory & Adam To listen to The Disney Decade, click here. For all of the other things (support, merch, bios, past episodes) head to UnpackedPodcast.com /episode/index/show/unpackedpodcast/id/7802915

Unpacked presents: Bret, Mickey & Walt

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