The Sweep Spot Ep. #374 - The Disneyland Year in Perspective

We look back at the year that was at Disneyland with some additional perspective and also recount some of the memorable episodes of The Sweep Spot podcast. It’s been an eventful year with new offerings, and some notable closures, some planned, some not! We had great guests on the show to talk about Disneyland past, present, and future. The Sweep Spot is a weekly podcast focusing on the Disneyland Resort, with a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. Once per month, you can join a live chat and get a bonus episode by joining the Patreon for The Sweep Spot..

New to learning about Disneyland and its history? Check out this episode.
For more information and to order books, visit our official website: 
http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

There are many easy and free ways to listen to The Sweep Spot in addition to clicking below.

The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of December 8, 2023

We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including the many announcements about festivals and special events for 2024, new and returning live entertainment, construction at Downtown Disney, and more! Once per month, including this time, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat.

The Sweep Spot is a podcast focusing on the Disneyland Resort, now weekly, with a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts.

New to learning about Disneyland and its history? Check out this episode.
For more information and to order books, visit our official website: 
http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

There are many easy and free ways to listen to The Sweep Spot in addition to clicking below.

The Sweep Spot Ep. #373 - Disneyland and DCA Custodian Jeremiah LeCompte - Part 2

We welcome back Jeremiah, who worked at Disneyland and then DCA in Custodial. We worked alongside him. He has some unique stories, including about some tragic events, so listener discretion is advised. He previously joined us on Episode 371.

The Sweep Spot is a weekly podcast focusing on the Disneyland Resort, with a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. Once per month, you can join a live chat and get a bonus episode by joining the Patreon for The Sweep Spot..

New to learning about Disneyland and its history? Check out this episode.
For more information and to order books, visit our official website: 
http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

There are many easy and free ways to listen to The Sweep Spot in addition to clicking below.

The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of November 22, 2023

We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including the fate of the Beast’s Library at DCA, the new restaurant at the new hotel, ongoing work in Mickey’s Toontown, and more! Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat.

The Sweep Spot is a podcast focusing on the Disneyland Resort, now weekly, with a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts.

New to learning about Disneyland and its history? Check out this episode.
For more information and to order books, visit our official website: 
http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

There are many easy and free ways to listen to The Sweep Spot in addition to clicking below.

The Sweep Spot Ep. #372 - Disneyland Jungle Cruise and Big Thunder with Kipp Hart

Comedian Kipp Hart joins us to chat about his time as a Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skipper, Big Thunder ride operator, and more, starting in the early 2000s.

The Sweep Spot is a weekly podcast focusing on the Disneyland Resort, with a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. Once per month, you can join a live chat and get a bonus episode by joining the Patreon for The Sweep Spot..

New to learning about Disneyland and its history? Check out this episode.
For more information and to order books, visit our official website: 
http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

There are many easy and free ways to listen to The Sweep Spot in addition to clicking below.

Frank Morano Interviewed Me

I had a great time appearing on Frank Morano's "The Other Side of Midnight" on 77 WABC Radio. I'm at 123 minutes in. I was talking about our books and podcast. (UPDATE: Scroll down for the clip that;s just my interview.)

UPDATE: Here's the clip that's just the interview with me:

The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of November 10, 2023

We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including the new Adventureland Treehouse, a major merger in the industry, and a return date for Fantasmic! Once per month, including this episode, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat.

The Sweep Spot is a podcast focusing on the Disneyland Resort, now weekly, with a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts.

New to learning about Disneyland and its history? Check out this episode.
For more information and to order books, visit our official website: 
http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

There are many easy and free ways to listen to The Sweep Spot in addition to clicking below.

The Sweep Spot Ep. #371 - Disneyland and DCA Custodian Jeremiah LeCompte

Jeremiah worked at Disneyland and then DCA in Custodial. We worked alongside him. He has some stories you don’t want to miss, including how he ended up in Custodial in the first place.

The Sweep Spot is a weekly podcast focusing on the Disneyland Resort, with a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. Once per month, you can join a live chat and get a bonus episode by joining the Patreon for The Sweep Spot..

New to learning about Disneyland and its history? Check out this episode.
For more information and to order books, visit our official website: 
http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

There are many easy and free ways to listen to The Sweep Spot in addition to clicking below.

The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of October 27, 2023

We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including the pending opening of the Adventureland Treehouse, debut of Pixar Place Hotel, the Candlelight Ceremony dates being announced, and so much more! Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat.

The Sweep Spot is a podcast focusing on the Disneyland Resort, now weekly, with a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts.

New to learning about Disneyland and its history? Check out this episode.
For more information and to order books, visit our official website: 
http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

There are many easy and free ways to listen to The Sweep Spot in addition to clicking below.

The Sweep Spot Ep. #370 - Disneyland’s House of the Future with Author David Bossert

Dave Bossert returns to the show to discuss the Disneyland House of the Future. His new book is out now! Find out why it’s a legendary past attraction. Also, we chat a bit about The Nightmare Before Christmas.

The Sweep Spot is a weekly podcast focusing on the Disneyland Resort, with a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. Once per month, you can join a live chat and get a bonus episode by joining the Patreon for The Sweep Spot..

New to learning about Disneyland and its history? Check out this episode.
For more information and to order books, visit our official website: 
http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

There are many easy and free ways to listen to The Sweep Spot in addition to clicking below.

The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of October 13, 2023

We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including droids making an appearance at Galaxy’s Edge, new restaurants and entertainment at Downtown Disney, price increases, and more! Once per month, including this time, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat.

The Sweep Spot is a podcast focusing on the Disneyland Resort, now weekly, with a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts.

New to learning about Disneyland and its history? Check out this episode.
For more information and to order books, visit our official website: 
http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

There are many easy and free ways to listen to The Sweep Spot in addition to clicking below.

The Sweep Spot Ep. #369 - Disneyland Haunted Mansion with Tom Morris and Jeff Baham

Tom Morris and Jeff Baham both return to the show to discuss one of the most iconic theme park experiences anywhere, The Haunted Mansion. Tom is known for his work with Imagineering and Jeff is known for his Mousetalgia podcast and his enthusiasm for the Mansion.

The Sweep Spot is a weekly podcast focusing on the Disneyland Resort, with a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. Once per month, you can join a live chat and get a bonus episode by joining the Patreon for The Sweep Spot..

New to learning about Disneyland and its history? Check out this episode.
For more information and to order books, visit our official website: 
http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

There are many easy and free ways to listen to The Sweep Spot in addition to clicking below.

The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of September 29, 2023

We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including the opening of a new section of the Disneyland Hotel, ongoing work at Mickey’s Toontown, and future plans for the Disneyland Resort! Once per month our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat

The Sweep Spot is a podcast focusing on the Disneyland Resort, now weekly, with a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. New to learning about Disneyland and its history? Check out this episode.
For more information and to order books, visit our official website: 
http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

There are many easy and free ways to listen to The Sweep Spot in addition to clicking below.

The Sweep Spot Ep. #368 - Disneyland Show Support and Attractions Host Ryan Batcheller

Ryan Batcheller joins us to talk about his time at Disneyland from 1993 to 2006, during which he worked Jungle Cruise, the Rivers of America, Fantasmic! and more as a Ride Operator and in Show Support. Here’s what he does now as a 3D Artist!

The Sweep Spot is a weekly podcast focusing on the Disneyland Resort, with a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. Once per month, you can join a live chat and get a bonus episode by joining the Patreon for The Sweep Spot..

New to learning about Disneyland and its history? Check out this episode.
For more information and to order books, visit our official website: 
http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

There are many easy and free ways to listen to The Sweep Spot in addition to clicking below.