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Rating
4.5from
This podcast has
75 episodes
Language
EnglishPublisher
Kerry Rutkin and Peter BlockExplicit
No
Date created
2022/10/12
Latest episode
2026/01/31
Average duration
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Release period
8 days
Description
Taking the Road Less Traveled when it comes to all things Walt Disney, and Disney in general. You will hear Kerry Rutkin and Pete Block talking about subjects that you will not hear anywhere else. Plus, there are special guests from the Disney Universe that will tell you things you have never even considered when it comes to their craft. You will be amazed at what is discussed as well as deepen your knowledge and love for Walt. Come listen as we talk with Disney animators, Disney Director and Disney story artists and others. Our guests include Khleo Thomas, Disney Director and author Stephen Anderson, Disney Director and Story Artist Paul Briggs, Disney Artist Jerrod Maruyama, Author Jeff Ryan and Story Artist Jeff Ranjo., along with Disney Historian Todd J. Pierce Also hear Author Jeff Ryan discuss his book, "A Mouse Divided. How Ub Iwerks became forgotten and how Walt Disney became Uncle Walt". Jeff tells us about who really created Mickey Mouse. Disney director Steve Anderson joins us to talk about his book, "Disney, the In-Between Years 1966-1986". Ken Bruce joined us to discuss his book, "Before the Birds Sang Words". This is the only book written about the Tiki Room. And Jake Friedman had an incredible time with us talking about his book, "The Disney Revolt". This is the only book written about the Disney animation strike of 1941. Learn what it takes to be a Disney artist, animator and animation director. Go behind the scenes at the movie and animation studios and Disneyland. Also on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEHDKA2xKsw
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Episode 2 with David Yeh-The Disney Cocktail Culture and where to find the best Old Fashioned at the Disneyland Resort
2026/01/31
David talks to you about how the Cocktail Culture at Disneyland developed. What started it all? Who is involved? He takes us on a fascinating journey of when and where this all started and what it really means to be a Disney Cocktail Adult! David also talks about the history of the Old Fashioned and what it takes to make a really great one!
Join David, along with Kerry and Pete on A Walk With Walt Podcast, where you will here the Disney Stories that you have never heard before!
Disney Cocktail Culture and where to get the best Old Fashioned at the Disneyland Resort-Part 1 with Special Guest David Yeh!
2026/01/24
We always here the tired stories of Disney Adults. But, how about a great discussion on the Disney Cocktail Culture at the Disneyland Resort? We have with us, David Yeh, who is the ultimate expert on the subject. David will also tell you where to get the best Old Fashioned at the Disneyland Resort! Pete and Kerry, along with David did a lot of research on the topic! We also dive into what exactly is an Old Fashioned, and how to know the differences between the many versions at the resort.
Only on A Walk With Walt Podcast, where you hear the Disney stories you have never heard before.
Happy New Year Episode with Pete and Kerry! A typical AWWWP review of 2026! Join us to talk about everyone that happened!
2026/01/05
Thanks again for your support in 2025! Pete and Kerry talk about the crazy year they each had as well as looking back to all the amazing guests that were on the show. And, a preview of the big things to come in 2026!
Mark Brickey. Jeff Ranjo. Corinne Andersson. Jake Friedman. Todd J. Pierce. Ken Bruce. Listen to them all here!
Only on A Walk With Walt Podcast- where you hear the Disney stories that you have never heard before.
Mark Brickey is back for Episode 6! The final of the series. ChatGPT asks Mark some question and more funny Disneyland stories with Kerry!
2026/01/02
The final episode with Mark Brickey! But don't worry as he will be back with us as a regular contributor in 2026! Mark and Kerry talk about some of the hilarious moments that they have had together at Disneyland. They always ask the question, " How and why did this happen to us?"
And, ChatGPT, has some questions for Mark! Mark is one of the first podcasters to use it, and now it is his turn to face his creation and hear question from her! (it is she/her).
Do not miss this! only on "A Walk With Walt Podcast", where you hear the Disney stories that you have never heard before!
Mark Brickey Episode 5 is here at last! Funny moments that Mark has had at the Parks with the A Walk With Walt Podcast Team!
2025/12/29
You won't want to miss this one! Mark Brickey is back and this is one hilarious show! At least we think so. Mark and Kerry talk about some of the fun and ridiculous misadventures they have had at Disneyland. And more insane moments with Hanukkah Steve! Mark is such an incredible guest and he has a world view and comments unlike anyone else.
Only on "A Walk With Walt Podcast", where you will hear the Disney stories that you have never heard before!
Jake Friedman and Episode 6 of "The Disney Revolt". The strike begins! Walt was Walt and Roy Disney thinking? Why did the let the strike happen?
2025/12/20
The incredible story of "The Disney Revolt" continues. Author Jake Friedman has written the only book published on the animation strike of 1941. Was Walt just naive? Was he just too busy? Why did Roy continue to look away? What Svengali-like hold did Gunther Lessing have over them? We meet Capone Gang member Willie Bioff who headed up union that tried to get Disney employees. We also meet Herb Sorrell who helped the union to fight off organized crime and start out properly.
Also, this is where we hear about "Walt's Field Day" at the legendary Norconian Hotel. A party for all employees that turned into a riotous drunk-fest and near orgy.
Only on "A Walk With Walt Podcast" where you hear the Disney stories that you have never heard before! Join Kerry Rutkin and Pete Block for this jaw-dropping talk with Jake Friedman.
Jake Friedman Episode 5- The Disney Revolt- More new names and incidents that started the strike and changed Walt and his company forever
2025/12/15
Jake Friedman is back with his book, "The Disney Revolt". Who are all these people that no ones knows of that changed the animation world and The Walt Disney Company forever? How did they have such an outsize influence? Don't miss this incredible story! Only on A Walk With Walt Podcast!
Todd J. Pierce is back with his new book, "Making Mary Poppins-The Sherman Brothers, Walt Disney and the Creation of the Classic Film"
2025/12/08
Todd J. Pierce is back! You will remember him from out great discussion of the infamous Men's Private Penthouse Club at the Disney Studios. He is here to talk about his new book, "Making Mary Poppins". This is the first and only book written about how the "Mary Poppins" movie was made. You will learn so much that you have never heard before as well as how huge an influence the Sherman Brothers had on Disney films and television shows. And, what an impact that this movie had on the Disney Company.
Also, Todd talks about how Christmas was celebrated at Disneyland during the 1960's and 1970's!
Now is the time to order the book for a great holiday gift!
Todd will be back again to discuss the book even further. Send us any questions you may have about this amazing book and he will answer them on the show! Only on A Walk With Walt Podcast where you hear the Disney stories you never knew about. Join Todd along with your hosts Kerry Rutkin and Pete Block.
The Lost Tiki Room Tapes! Never before heard bonus material from "Before the Birds Sang Words" by Ken Bruce
2025/12/02
THIS IS SO EXCITING! And only available to subscribers of A Walk With Walt Podcast! We have discovered some missing material from our 6 episodes of our podcast with Ken Bruce where we discussed his book, "Before the Birds Sang Words". This is the only book ever written on the Tiki Room.
20 minutes of some of the most amazing stories and trivia that you have ever heard. And, if you missed this series, please listen! Such as, what does a small Chinese restaurant in West Covina have to do with the opening of the Tiki Room?
This is one of the most important books ever written about Walt Disney!
Corinne Andersson from Disneylifestylers with the years Christmas and holiday gifts from Disneyland and WDW!
2025/11/23
Holiday and Christmas gifts for the 2025 season! See them here first! As always, Corinne Andersson from Disneylifestylers has the inside information and scoops for you! Now is the time to buy! Corinne always says, "Do not wait! Buy now, or next time you look it will be gone!" And see this on YouTube to view all the gifts that Corinne talks about! And, Kerry rates each item, based on his expertise in the logoed merchandise industry!
Only on A Walk With Walt Podcast. where you hear the Disney stories that you have never heard before.
Jake Friedman and his book, "The Disney Revolt" Part 4. Further discussion of Walt Disney and Art Babbitt, and what led to the great Disney Strike
2025/11/16
We continue with the story of the Disney Animation Strike of 1941, and how it unfolded. Jake Friedman tells us what is happening in the world and the USA, while the strike is getting started. This gives important context to the strike. Jake, Kerry and Pete talk more about Art Babbitt. His life at first reveals no compelling reason to be a person who is concerned about his fellow man. He makes good money, leads an extravagant lifestyle and hardly seems like the man to be the leader of a strike.
As always, you will hear stories that you have never heard before on A Walk With Walt Podcast. The only Disney podcast to really shed some light on the Disney strike.
The Disney Revolt by Jake Friedman Part 3- Walt Disney and Art Babbitt
2025/11/07
How did Walt Disney become "Walt" and how did Art Babbitt become "Art"? Two people who revolutionized animation who were once working together for the betterment of the company and are not mortal enemies. Jake Friedman has written the only book on the Disney Animation Strike of 1941. You can only hear this interview on "A Walk With Walt Podcast".
Jake Friedman and The Disney Revolt Part 2! We get into the psychology of our main characters. The only book published on the Animation Strike of 1941
2025/10/30
Jake Friedman is not only an author and professor, he is also a practitioner on the mental health field. There is not one more perfect to write the only book on the Disney Animation Strike that changed Walt and the company forever, as well as the entire industry. We really psychoanalyze everyone!
Jake tells us about the grueling and meticulous research that went into his book. Small wonder that it took 10 years to write!
Join Jake and Kerry on A Walk With Walt Podcast where you hear Disney stories that you have never heard. This is one of the most important of all, and as always, we promise that your mind will be blown!
New series! Author Jake Friedman discusses his book, "The Disney Revolt. The Great Labor War of Animation's Golden Years."
2025/10/24
A Walk With Walt Podcast is thrilled to have Jake Friedman, author of "The Disney Revolt." The story of the great Disney Animation Strike of 1941. Did you know this even happened? It changed the history of the Disney Company and all animation along with it. Who won? Who are the main characters? We meet Art Babbitt, one of the greatest animators of all time. What happened to Art? What was his legacy? How did this affect Walt and Roy Disney? Even the Mob is involved in this story. It is utterly fascination as AWWWP continues to bring you stories you have never heard.
Mark Brickey Episode 4! Learn about the YouTube and Instagram Algorithms! What does it take to be a great host?
2025/10/17
Mark Brickey is back again! Kerry asks if he will divulge the secrets of the YouTube algorithm What do you need to do in order to have a great podcast show? A great YouTube? Is there anyway left to make money now that so many celebrities had invaded the platforms? Marl also talks about showing your audience that you really care about them and what comes first when planning a show. He talks about many other topics that are valuable in life and have nothing to do with having your own show. Please do not miss this important show!
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ADAY0719 2025/05/13
Great Disney Knowledge
Great podcast and thank you for the knowledge! Looking forward to more soon. Love Disney
goodlovin5 2025/11/09
Is there a less knowledgeable Disney podcast host
Wow. I’ll give the two stars because of some of the authors
Lene888 2025/01/08
Deep Dive Into Disney
This is such an awesome and informative podcast! I learned so much just listening to two episodes! Not only do they interview cast members but the hos...
the Block Party 2023/08/21
Very Rich and Deep Disney content !
This is a very good podcast full of very -deep dive - behind the scenes interviews and content - but it is still very entertaining and fun. Some of ...
Shaigrl21 2023/02/26
Disney magic in your car!
Disneyland Cast member here! I LOVE this podcast. It’s my favorite podcast to listen to on my way to work and it gets me in the perfect mood to make m...
Matilda Bernard 2022/11/19
Great Podcast!
I loved listening to this podcast and look forward to more! Thank you for the knowledge and the experience!
Mindy327 2022/11/13
Best podcast to learn about all things Disney!
This podcast is amazing! It’s created for the real Disney fans who love the inner workings of Disney and the stories that created the empire! The host...
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