I Want That Too - Disney History and Merchandise
Join Lauren Hersey and entertainment expert Jim Hill as they unpack the world of Disney products. From exclusive merchandise to magical collectibles, Lauren and Jim dive into not only what's available but also the stories and history behind these must-have items. Whether you're a collector or just a fan, get insider tips on the latest Disney finds and the fascinating tales that make each piece special.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 47 minutes
- Episodes
- 64
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Moana 2, Disney Holiday Must-Haves, and Disney's Connection to The Wizard of Oz (Ep. 24)
On This Week's Episode of I Want That Too:
Join Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey as they explore the holiday season’s biggest Disney highlights! From Moana 2’s release and must-have merch to Disney’s surp…
00:41:47 |
Thu 21 Nov 2024
Disney and Macy’s: A 90-Year Thanksgiving Tradition (Ep. 23)
In this festive episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey explore the rich history between Disney and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. From Mickey Mouse’s first parade appearance in 1…
00:42:51 |
Thu 14 Nov 2024
Meet the Man Behind Disney’s Most Famous Animatronics (Ep. 22)
This week on I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey welcome a true icon in the theme park industry: Garner Holt, the mastermind behind Garner Holt Productions and the creative force behind some …
00:38:14 |
Thu 07 Nov 2024
The Art and History of Disney Fun Maps with Special Guest Imagineer Jim Shull (Ep. 21)
On this week’s episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey are joined by veteran Disney Imagineer Jim Shull to take a deep dive into the world of Disney fun maps. These aren’t just park gu…
00:54:21 |
Thu 31 Oct 2024
EPCOT Opening Day: Walt’s Vision, Eisner’s Changes, and the Park’s Evolution (Ep. 20)
In this episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey take you back to EPCOT’s grand opening on October 1, 1982. They dive deep into how EPCOT evolved from Walt Disney’s ambitious dream of a…
00:41:31 |
Wed 23 Oct 2024
What It Was Like – Magic Kingdom Opening Day (Ep. 19)
In this episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey transport you back to October 1, 1971, for the grand opening of Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom.
They explore what the park’s first …
00:43:03 |
Sat 19 Oct 2024
Cakeworthy – Where Fandom Meets Fashion (Ep. 18)
In this episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey are joined by Brandon Sheddon, the founder and CEO of Cakeworthy, to discuss the brand that perfectly blends fan culture with fashion-fo…
00:33:42 |
Thu 10 Oct 2024
The Evolution of Disney Villains in the Parks (Ep. 17)
In this episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey discuss the fascinating history and rise of Disney Villains in the parks, from their early appearances to the exciting new Villains Land…
00:48:20 |
Sat 05 Oct 2024
Disney’s Hocus Pocus: From Flop to Cult Classic (Ep. 16)
In this spellbinding episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey dive deep into the magical world of Hocus Pocus.
Discover the behind-the-scenes drama that almost changed the film and ho…
00:39:37 |
Sat 28 Sep 2024
The Monsters Inc. Coaster That Almost Happened (Ep. 15)
In this episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill shares the untold story of the Monsters Inc. coaster Disney almost built over a decade ago.
You'll learn about the original plans, why it was shelved, a…
00:39:45 |
Sat 21 Sep 2024
Disney’s Original Halloween Event Before Mickey’s Not-So-Scary and Oogie Boogie (Ep. 14)
Long before Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Oogie Boogie Bash, Disneyland hosted an exclusive Halloween event that most fans have never heard of—Little Monsters on Main Street.
In this epi…
00:32:51 |
Sat 14 Sep 2024
I Want That Too with Lauren Hersey Ep 13: How Mickey’s Not-So-Scary got started at Disney World
Lauren Hersey & Jim Hill start this week’s show by talking up the Halloween merch that just hit store shelves at the Disneyland Resort.
They then discuss how the success of USF’s Halloween Horror N…
00:41:56 |
Sat 07 Sep 2024
I Want That Too with Lauren Hersey Ep 12: Will custom character ears be the next big thing at the Disney Parks
Lauren Hersey & Jim Hill start this week’s show by looking back at some of the more memorable pieces of merch offered at this year’s D23 Expo.
They then shine a spotlight on some of the books that D…
00:48:58 |
Sat 24 Aug 2024
I Want That Too with Lauren Hersey Ep 11: How the “Country Bear Jamboree” came to be
Lauren Hersey & Jim Hill start this show by talking about the merch currently available at the Universal Orlando Resort.
They also talk about how exactly the Haunted Mansion is coming back online a…
01:01:27 |
Sat 03 Aug 2024
I Want That Too with Lauren Hersey Ep 10: How the Disney Store got its start
Lauren Hersey & Jim Hill start this week’s show by checking out some of the bragging rights merch Disney has made available for its recently opened “Splash Mountain” redo.
They also take a look back…
01:08:39 |
Tue 09 Jul 2024
I Want That Too with Lauren Hersey Ep 9: Oswald the Lucky Rabbit: Disney's Forgotten Star Reborn
In this episode of "I Want That Too," Lauren Hersey & Jim Hill discuss the history of Disney's first animated star.
Then Oswald collector Noe Valladolid shares how he acquired some of his most valua…
01:15:22 |
Sun 23 Jun 2024
i want That Too with Lauren Hersey Ep 8: When Disney almost made a sci-fi version of “Snow White”
Lauren Hersey & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the teaser trailer for “Moana 2.”
They also closely examine which Disney Princess moves the most merchandise.
Throughout this episod…
00:49:54 |
Sat 08 Jun 2024
I Want That Too with Lauren Hersey Ep 7: What’s it like to live at WDW’s Golden Oak gated community
Lauren Hersey & Jim Hill start this week’s episode by discussing a rare Disney book found at the Brimfield Flea Market.
They then take a look at Disney-MGM’s old Streetmosphere program
Throughout th…
00:46:05 |
Sat 25 May 2024
I Want That Too: with Lauren Hersey Ep 6: May the Muppets Be With You (Audio Only)
Star Wars Day, Disney-Henson Complex History and Rare Muppet Collectibles
Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey start this week’s show by discussing the latest
developments in the "Disneyland Forward" project a…
01:02:33 |
Sat 04 May 2024
I Want That Too with Lauren Hersey Ep 5: Exploring the Bambi / Smoky Bear connection
Lauren Hersey & Jim Hill start this week’s show by talking about the merch locations that are being readied for the WDW version of “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.”
They then discuss how Disney helped pro…
00:47:17 |
Fri 19 Apr 2024
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