Is Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress World Class? • with Mike From The Party
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- Опубликовано: 1 апр 2024
- In search of A Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow, the guys run into Mike From The Party and discuss Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress.
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What a dream to be on my favourite podcast 🫶 Thanks for having me boys!!
OMG THE MIX OF MY FAVES WHAT A LUCKY UPLOAD. I’m home sick too so this is exactly what I needed
You're a master negotiator sir 👍
dude you are legendary I can’t wait to watch this one!
I don't mean to be a pest but I would much appreciate if you could provide the name of the 1906 dark ride you went on in blackpool. I got so excited to hear about it when you mentioned it since my mom was born there.
-sending thanks from California
@@apeiceofgarbage9848 River Caves! Just checked and it opened in 1905 so even older
The people are begging for a FYA patreon! Please do not cancel this show it's one of the few joys we have left in this world
Commenting to say THIS. would gladly support a FYA patreon.
Yes, yes, yes! Would love to be able to help financially support the podcast ❤
Adding to say that I would also contribute to an FYA Patreon, I’ve gotten much entertainment from it and would hate to see it go.
Yes please! Would do what I can to help keep this podcast running, it's been such a wonderful series
This would be probably the only Patreon I join, I would kill for a way to support these two talking about rides and their history.
I used to laugh when Ryan would throw it to the sponsors but it would cut to black then return, but now I get sad when that happens because I want this podcast to continue!
The funny thing is the audio version of this podcast does have a bunch of ads but they were randomly inserted. So maybe they decided to stop putting in ad breaks and just keep going
@@jeskuoif you listen on spotify, they just do that regardless of membership status. afaik they also dont get ad revenue from it. i'm not sure about other podcast places though
@@endless_del Good to know, I dont use Spotify or anything that requires a sub when listening to podcasts so I just assumed they got paid for the audio ads
I get SO many ads for this pod. More than any other. I'm not sure how they aren't making enough, to be honest...
Former Carousel of Progress CM here.
99.9% of the time, when the carousel stops rotating or is unable to rotate it’s because someone has exited the theater into the backstage area/ride path and a CM had to go retrieve them. So thank a guest for your ability to repeat the scene.
Also, I was working here one night when one of my fellow CMs claimed they saw a ghost in the attraction that yelled at them for leaning against the wall. We used to have phantom alarms that we would attribute to the ghost as well.
The ghost is probably the woman that got crushed to death
@@brerkris that was the going theory. I was told that the turntable on the attraction at WDW was the original turntable from DLR so it’s possible.
As a Boogara, and FYA fan, I love hearing all the theme park ghost stories!
@@noblenansa same! That’s the only one I have personally, but I would question everybody I met about theirs haha.
Two things:
1. When Ryan finally goes to Tokyo Disneyland, I would love to see a haul video of all the souvenirs he buys
2. I can't wait until someone picks Living with the Land. The added holiday overlay just makes it that much better
I WILL ALSO SUPPORT A PATREON OF THIS WONDERFUL SHOW DONT YOU DARE CANCEL IT
I would Patreon this by itself as well.
I don’t know the guest and I’ve never ridden this ride. I fucking love this guy and his receipts to defend this ride LOL
His channel is really good; you should check it out.
the guy working the animatronic looks like shane without his mustache and i can't unsee it
He does!!
27:47
I was at the 1964 World's Fair in New York and I absolutely remember riding 'It's a Small World" and being enamored of it - My mom took me on it 2 times in spite of the very long lines. I also remember the "world of tomorrow' but I remember not liking it - but that's because I was 5. LOL My grandparents had a coal stove for warmth and then finally a coal furnace, and they had a well handle in their kitchen sink and I loved pumping that thing. Water was warmed on the wood/coal stove. Thank you for this, it really took me back ❤❤❤
Little Egypt was a burlesque performer at the world’s fair. So you are correct that it’s dad’s smut! 😂
Originally I didn't think I was going to like this podcast as much because I've not been to any of the parks you've talked about, but I've gotten really into it!!! Ryan and Byron's commentary is so funny, and I find the segment talking about the history of the ride really interesting, even though I've never been on the ride myself lol. I hope this podcast keeps going strong! :)
Just wanted to say that the two-hour runtime episodes are much appreciated 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
You keep saying it's 20 minuets long, but remember those are 20 AIR CONDITIONED minuets. A major plus for Florida
*opens RUclips*
FYA is doing Carousel of Progress?
And it's a *2 hour-long episode*?
Oh, hell yes. I am SO here for this.
ryan being the only one chuckling in the carousel is hilarious to me
Little Egypt was a belly dance act at the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago.
And hoochie coochie was what belly dancing and similar were called.
Everyone's hair is looking very good in today's video
Shane's face in the beginning is the same face I made when my friend made me ride this, I didn't love the ride as a kid but I love it now :)
There's a striking resemblance between Shane and the sad dad from the 1900s.
@@pattomwauthe mustache for sure 😭😭
I distinctly remember that the Carousel of Progress was the first Disney ride I ever went on. As an 8 year old who'd been hyped on how exciting Disney was gonna be, let's just say it didn't leave the best impression on me.
Obviously as an adult I can appreciate it now.
@@Vantastic789 I was (unfortunately) born and raised in FL so we went a lot when I was a kid but the first time I remember being on it is when I was like 8 and I only liked the song, I sang it all day until n it drove my family nuts lol, but now at 20 it's a cult classic
10/10 for Byron being a World Class karaoke volunteer!
His singing voice is great!
I can't believe someone managed to find Mike. I only ever see that guy at other people's parties so it's nice to see someone else talk theme parks with him outside of a social setting.
Mike was such a great addition to the pod! His knowledge and enthusiasm was engaging- and showing up with the notes shows how much he cares haha! Love it
I feel like I just discovered Mike From The Party, and suddenly here he is on one of my favourite theme park series! Magic is real, y'all.
Love the podcast so much! However, as a South African who has not been able to go to any of these theme parks, please add as much photos/images/clips as you can to help visualize!
I just have to say that I am absolutely obsessed with this podcast after finding it only last week. I haven’t had the privilege to ride Carousel of Tomorrow, but your shared enthusiasm is enough to keep me hooked. Living in Aus, I’m nowhere close to my fave theme parks so this podcast keeps me fed whilst I dream of my next trip.
MIKE!!!!!! FROM THE PARTY!!!!!!
I've been hoping this ride would get covered. I don't know if it'll pass the World Class test, but it is definitely World Class in my heart (which is all that matters in the end.) Looking forward to getting all the details about my favorite Disney attraction (most of which I'm sure I've never heard before!)
This was an iconic choice
MikeFromTheParty on FYA Pod with a 2 hour long episode about Carousel of Progress? This is the magnum opus. This is my Roman Empire. Loved this boys. Thank you 🙏
2 hour video talking about Carousel of Progress is proof that it’s a world class attraction!!
Love these videos keep them coming!
Here is a FYA/Ghost Files crossover. The original Carousel of Progress theatre in DL is supposed to be haunted by a cast member who was killed after being trapped between the moving walls.
So I skipped over stuff from the 1 hour point until about 1:25:00; did they even MENTION that fact? I mean, it IS kind of a downer fact to be sure but it’s a fact nonetheless...
@@HMFan2010 Not that I heard they didn't.
@@HMFan2010 I've always wanted to see Ryan talk about ghosts at DL or the unsolved murder of Yale Gracey
@@miranda7662 Like historic hotels that have seen a lot of humanity, I’m sure DL has its share of ghosts from Walt in the apartment over the firehouse to the young woman who lost her life in The Carousel fo Progress.
@@HMFan2010 I have heard about one ghost at Pirates too. And of course there was the mention of one at Pooh in that podcast.
My fav WDW OG ride that still exists today (RIP Horizons). Thanks for covering it!
The 'My Food Rocks!" apron is a reference to the 'Food Rocks' WDW attraction that was in Epcot The Land Pavilion.
1:40:10 Imagine a Marriage Story style movie based off this ride 😂
This was surprisingly interesting to watch as someone with minimal theme park experience. I've been skipping these since I have no real personal experience with the topic, but was positively surprised! Particularly enjoyed the more historical aspect and it was really fun having a guest who's so invested in the attraction!
It always gives me a hop in my step after because I'm so in love with the fact that nothing else like this exists and it's kind of a beautiful moment that this is Disney's legacy attraction. And it definitely aged well....it's practically history but we get to experience it today. And also, the ride always looks as if it's brand new every time I'm on it.
FYA PATREON PLSSSS I WANNA SUPPORT BECAUSE THIS IS MY FAVORITE PODCAST🙏
A part of me is like... They forget to mention that when you're in Orlando, Florida... It is hot 🔥
So the fact that it is next to Space mountain after lining up for other rides that maybe 40+ mins... This "ride" provides A/C & a good solid one too; to combat heat. For sure the future scene did not age well... But at the same time, it is a form of entertainment, and also a ride that everyone can ride with small children. A lot of people forget that Disney World is more of a family theme park and a lot of the times... If 1 kid is too short for height requirements... 1 parent stays with one kid & the other kid goes with the other parent on the ride. Which isn't fun, so rather than wait in the hot sun ☀️ it's nice that there is a ride like this right beside Space mountain to kill time
In the middle of a Magic Kingdom Day... a 22-minute, walk-on, sit down, indoor, air conditioned attraction... World Class!!!
I didn’t go on the Carousel of Progress until after a handful of visits to Disney World but I LOVE this ride. It’s a great reset ride to chill out, rest your feet, enjoy some AC, and watch a lovely little show. The music is so catchy and if someone needs a short nap they can also take it, but I leave singing the song and bouncing side to side
Honestly, this is the only podcast I look forward to the most each week and I'm never disappointed. Another great episode!
I love that Microdose is so supportive of this pod. I was eying them anyways since I'm moving to a more limiting state soon, and now I get a little code to use :)
When I was 16 I went to Disney world and the carousel of progress was my only must-ride. I only found one of my friends willing to sit through it with me but by the end of that ride we were singing along and bounced into the park after 20 minutes to refresh in that dark, air-conditioned room. Absolutely stellar experience, I regret nothing
Carousel of Progress is a must see every single time for me! Walt's ties to the attraction and all its history make it a no brainer for every trip. I can see why regular guests might not love this or care about it, but those in the know pay their respects every chance they can get. I also just discovered Mike's channel a few weeks ago and I adore him!
the trios in the last two episodes have been great, both have such a good vibe together. sooo in love with this podcast seriously
This was an amazing episode! Lol I was not expecting this level of psychoanalysis, I have laughed, I have cried, I have had revelations. I would totally Patreon to keep this podcast going.
The shame on their faces every time they passed a test was hilarious! I think the "does this have a comprehensible story" round was a bit harsh. The question isn't will it make a good movie, and Mike coming in with a literal quote from an A-lister saying they wanted to do it (on top of it legitimately being theatre in a ride) should have made that an easy pass.
I've never been to WDW, but this is now definitely on my must ride list! Mike absolutely sold it with his love, and Byron and Ryan with their recounting of the dialog lol.
i’ve never been so happy for a ride to achieve world class standing (that is until living with the land comes along)
I’m with Mike on this one. I love The Carousel of Progress, love singing the song along with the cast, and I have an instrumental version of “It’s a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow” on my instrumental playlist.
I absolutely love carousel of progress, it's a must ride every time I go to the park. A big factor is how much I enjoy seeing how far we progressed in terms of services and technology
This might be my new fave episode of the pod! I love the energy Mike brought! Please bring him back for another episode
I absolutely love that mike is on here! He is absolutely amazing at telling stories..i could listen to him Telling me about absolutely anything and i would listen and be entertained
Love Mike’s passion for this ride and impressive level of prep for the show! Cannot wait for Living with the Land episode!
Oh I have been WAITING for this!! Carousel of Progress is my favorite ride of all time and she is perfect
Byron you have a nice singing voice!
Yay, Mike from the Party!!! And please keep this series going, its my absolute new favorite theme park show
Well done Mike for sticking up for all of us Carousel fans!!
Great to see you Mike! We'll chat again at the next party!
I’ve never been on this ride but I am lowkey obsessed with it. I have watched several videos on it and would love to ride it for real. So super cool to watch you guys banter about it for 2 hours 😊❤
YES!!!! we love mike from the party!!!!!
Mike from the party?!?! Holy crap!! ❤❤❤❤
The commentary you guys have for this ride is making me laugh so much 😂😂😂
Been waiting for this one!! Let’s go squad ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I know that you guys can’t do this but I wish this was a weekly podcast. You guys don’t understand that this is the highlight of my week.
Because you guys sit in all these episodes, it kinda feels like you're Animatronic podcast hosts. I like it.
I love Mike From The Party!! I never even dreamed of this perfect combo
Where are my Byron stans at?
I have not been to Disney since I was a child 30+ years ago, and have not been to any amusement park in the last 20 years, and yet I look forward to this podcast every week. 😂
Fly is the most incredibly themed coaster and ride experience combined ever. The innovation vekoma achieved with the flying coaster model is fantastic, the preshow on the ride is unexpected and fun, the land is absolutely one of the most immersive areas in a park akin to diagon alley at universal. Its beautiful, exciting and fun. Dont sleep on phantasialand.
Carousel of progress is my favorite ride, so I'm so happy that someone prepared like Mike was ready to go to bat for it.
My family also got trapped on this ride the first time we rode it! We were on the last scene and watched it 6-8 times before being released. We were 'traumatized' and would joke about it on future trips. Unfortunately it made my family HATE that ride, but once I learned more about the attraction, I learned to love it... from a distance. I've only ridden it once in the many years since that trip and it was during my stent at a CM. I don't think we will ever fully recover.
Carousel of Progress or Progress: Era’s Tour ??? Things to think about
thank you Mike From the Party for fighting as hard as you did! CoP deserves to be a world class attraction and deserves to be talked about for at least 2 hours, so yay :)
I HAD THE SAME DISNEYLAND ALBUM!!! The song is honestly one of my favorites, to the point that I put it on my undergrad graduation cap lol
Knew Mike From The Party would come prepared with a banger argument
I think this is my favourite episode, the fight during the test had me laughing so hard 😂😂😂😂
This is my favorite podcast! 😊🎉
Am I the only one who thinks that a new version of CoP (in addition to the old version still operating) focusing on the 70s, 80s, 90s, and 00s would actually be popular? Seems like that would be really cool, especially in Disneyland since the OG CoP is at WDW.
Yes, Patreon! And FYA merch - please? 🙏🏻
This is one of my favorite rides!!!! I tricked my best friend to go on this our senior year when we went for marching band!! It was me and three other of guy friends. My Best Guy friend was the only one who hadn’t been on and we CONVINCED HIM that it was the best ride in the entire park! And it was actually scary at one point and he was so CONVINCED!! Once we got on the ride he kept thinking it was going to be something different until the end and then he was just so pissed off. The rest of the day me and the other guys kept singing the song, and it to this day is my favorite ride.
When I was little the first time my dad took me and my sister on it too, I was so small I couldn’t even remember it. I just remembered the song and loved it. When my sister and I went back at the age of 8 & 10 with my parents we died laughing at the dry joked and the wife and husband back and forth
I've never been on The Carousel of Progress, but as soon as I heard the voice of the mom in those clips I knew exactly who it was.
Her name is B.J. Ward & she did the voice of Velma for a very short period of time, it just so happens that that period of time is when my favorite Scooby Doo movies came out
Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island, Scooby-Doo & the Witches Ghost, Scooby-Doo Alien Invasion, & Scooby-Doo Cyber Chase
Whoa! Really?! 😲 That's awesome ! I thought she sounded familiar. Those older scooby doo movies were the best. 💯 Thanks for the fun fact.
Mike from the party is a big recommend!!!! some of the best theme park content on RUclips!! 🎢💖
That ending was perfect!
TWO HOUR LONG EPISODEEEEE YAYY!!!
Day 3 of asking for Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree
The ranch of colas!! 😂 Brilliant! I’m gonna start calling root beer that from now on
I just wanna say that I have that bounce when I leave the carousel of progress!!! my (now ex) boyfriend and i sang the song the whole rest of our visit in 2016 and it was lovely.
I’m dreading how low the score will be
Edit: Hey, first 6/10 World Class pass! Very pleasantly surprised.
Oh! This is the episode that Shane was talking about in the live show. Glad Ryan is feeling better.
best believe i’m here again as an ex flight of passage cast member asking to be on the pod for that episode 🤧
Thought i was waiting in the line for the bathroom at a party. turns out, its easy to forget that you have to go pee for 2 hours when its some of your favorite people stopping you
real talk I cannot wait until you guys do the submarine voyage ride. For the longest time I had a vague memory of looking out the porthole and seeing parts of the attraction while riding it, but I thought maybe I had made it up until I uncovered photos from a family trip in the winter season of 1996/97 with me boarding the ride and a single shot of me looking out the porthole. When I looked up the animatronics I was absolutely SHOOK that they matched what I remembered down to the colors.
40:46 omfg I’m British and I had the exact same album you’re describing, thought about it the other day, was probably the first time I heard most of the attraction songs. It had tiki room, great big beautiful tomorrow and a load of others I can’t quite remember now. Just interesting how they released it in the UK
YAY MIKE !!!!
The only podcast where I get excited when I hear a sponsored add 😂😂🎉
I'm patiently waiting for y'all to get to Pirates of the Caribbean. My personal favorite attraction.
I’m with Ryan on the steampunk, love the mid-century modern vibes instead! Also Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow is a certified Banger! Love that the show covers rides such as this one and not just thrill rides 💕 love the pod, keep up the great work!!
Mike I respect u so much, i’d do this same thing for its a small world
i can not believe that i just listened to this entire thing. LOVING the podcast, keep it up yall!!
I think the future-proofing this ride needs is to keep the first scene as-is, skip the second and move the third next to the first as-is, then move the final scene next to that, make it about the son being the dad now (and therefore the grandpa is the OG dad) and set it in the 90s or 2000s and get rid of the speculation. Then for your NEW final scene you do your speculation a short jump ahead that can be stretched out and swapped out for a few more decades
no matter what anyone tells me, the Carousel of Progress is one of my favorite rides. i want to live in the ride. the vibes are right. the vibes are safe.