Growing Up Disney: Lindsay’s College Program Stories & Magical Reflections – Ep. 641

Episode Summary

It’s a father–daughter reunion over 11 years in the making!
In this heartwarming episode, I’m joined by my original co-host — and the smartest Disney daughter in the world — Lindsay!

Lindsay and I take a nostalgic trip down memory lane as we talk about growing up Disney, starting the Geekin’ on WDW Podcast together, and how her time in the Disney College Program shaped her love of magic, service, and creativity.

She also opens up about her passion for Epcot, her behind-the-scenes experiences at Downtown Disney and the Beach Club, and how the Four Keys of Disney training still influence her professional life today.

And because this is Lindsay — we geek out about Broadway, too! From Phantom of the Opera to Hadestown, we explore how Disney truly “saved Broadway” and why live theater has become such a meaningful part of our lives.

Plus, we read listener questions and comments from Super Geeks including Tom Ellison, Kayleen Stunz, Wendy Fox, Natalie DeAloia, Roxanne Steele, Daniel Ginger, Kevin Curtis Allen, and Glen Kessler.

Featuring Highlights

• Lindsay’s memories of starting the podcast and growing up a Disney kid
• Her lifelong love for Epcot and Disney’s “edutainment” spirit
• The Splash Mountain photo story that still makes us laugh
• Behind-the-scenes magic from her Disney College Program
• How Disney’s Four Keys — Safety, Courtesy, Show, Efficiency — still guide her today
• Why she believes “Disney saved Broadway”
• Listener shout-outs from our amazing Geekin’ Family community

Favorite Quote

“The Geek is strong with this one! The mics are on, the memories are flowing with my favorite co-host of all time — Lindsay!”

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