Confessions of a Disney Cast Member

By The Disney Confessionist

If there's one thing that makes Disney the most magical company in the world, it's the cast members that dedicate their lives to making the magic happen. Join us every day throughout December for a new Disney cast member journey... every story's pixie dust deserves to be told, so let's relive the magic.

- not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company, just cast members celebrating other cast members and reminiscing on their experiences -

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167. Discussionist 6: All Aboard, Disney Magic At Sea

Confessions of a Disney Cast MemberNov 11, 2021

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S2 Ep 12: Meet Me at the Spooky Half Time Show

This week we are talking to Gina, who has had a rollercoaster of a career - working as a seamstress for the stars and costume designer.

Gina has been a seamstress for many celebrities across her career, including for Joan Collins, Elton John and Lady Gaga. She is also part of an emmy-award winning team for Shakira's costume at the half-time show for the Superbowl. Gina has also been in and around theme parks for most of her career, working for Universal Orlando Resort as a seamstress and then costume designer - she has worked on Marvel characters, our favourite furry friends, along with Halloween Horror Nights. There are so many stories to unlock within this episode.

Gina is also the founder of a non-profit organisation called 'Orlando Fashion District', where the mission is to lead in the development of Orlando as a Fashion Destination and build a Garment District to unite, support and educate the creative Fashion and Costume Artisans of tomorrow. - You can find more about Orlando Fashion District, here.

You can find read more about Gina's career on her blog page, here - ginavincenza.com

New episodes will be released every Friday and every other Wednesday at midnight in the UK and respective times worldwide.

You can follow us on instagram @thedisneyconfessionist for more content. You can also follow Bradley and Sophie @sophiefromscotland AND @mrbradleycoker

This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing.

May 05, 202457:51

S2 Ep 11: Choose, Remove, Imagineer with Lauren's Floating Lights: Part 1

We're back with another Discussionist episode and who better to bring back to the pod than Lauren (aka. Lauren's Floating Lights).

In this 2-parter, today we will be going through every land in Animal Kingdom and Epcot, choosing an attraction we would take out of the parks, remove it and then imagineer a new idea for each of those lands to change the way the Disney Parks skyline looks forever.

In Part 2, we will cover Hollywood Studios and Magic Kingdom - coming on Monday 3rd June!

You can find Lauren on all her socials below:
Instagram - @Laurensfloatinglights
YouTube - @Laurensfloatinglights
TikTok - @Laurensfloatinglights

New episodes will be released every Monday and every other Thursday at midnight in the UK and respective times worldwide.

You can follow us on Instagram @thedisneyconfessionist for more content. You can also follow Bradley and Sophie @sophiefromscotland AND @mrbradleycoker

This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing.

May 01, 202401:01:10

S2 Ep 10: Ahoy Oceaneers!

Up next on Confessions of a Disney Cast Member is ex-Disney Cruise Line cast member, Chloe Taylor.

Chloe worked in youth activities for Disney Cruise Line, where she actually trained Sophie back in the day too. Chloe’s time was so much fun, especially when she was part of the re-opening team for the Disney Cruise Line UK Staycations.

You can follow Chloe on Instagram @chlogs

New episodes will be released every Monday and every other Thursday at midnight in the UK and respective times worldwide.

You can follow us on Instagram @thedisneyconfessionist for more content.

You can also follow Bradley and Sophie @sophiefromscotland AND @mrbradleycoker

This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing.

Apr 28, 202453:33

S2 Ep 9: Spillin’ Tea and Flippin’ Cups

Up next on Confessions of a Disney Cast Member is a recent CRP cast member, Aaron! Aaron was a merchie in the UK Pavilion, arriving in Epcot just after the Cultural Representative programme started up again in August 2022. We hear all about the best and most challenging parts, along with lots of hilarious stories!

You can find Aaron on the following:

Instagram - @_azzacazza

TikTok - @campbell95 New episodes will be released every Monday and every other Thursday at midnight in the UK and respective times worldwide. You can follow us on Instagram @thedisneyconfessionist for more content. You can also follow Bradley and Sophie @sophiefromscotland AND @mrbradleycoker This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing.

Apr 21, 202453:57

S2 Ep 8: Imagineering 101 with Steve Probus

Up next on Confessions of a Disney Cast Member is none other than Disney imagineering legend, Steve Probus. Steve has worked across a multitude of iconic landmarks around the globe on Disney property, including Castaway Cay, Haunted Mansion, Frozen Ever After, Aulani and Pandora, along with being an Art Director for Joe Rhode at Disney's Animal Kingdom.

Steve was truly an absolute delight to chat to and we can't wait for you to listen to.

As discussed in the episode, we will be back with more info on Steve's book release when the time comes. New episodes will be released every Monday and every other Thursday at midnight in the UK and respective times worldwide. You can follow us on Instagram @thedisneyconfessionist for more content. You can also follow Bradley and Sophie @sophiefromscotland AND @mrbradleycoker This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing.

Apr 17, 202401:12:12

S2 Ep 7: A Brit of a Chat with Charlie

This week we are very excited to talk to Charlie (aka A Brit of Charlie), who is now living in Orlando permanently - the dream for us all, right?

Charlie grew up going to Disney World, and eventually ended up working at the Swan and Dolphin on a Yummy Jobs programme, where she met her now husband - more on that in the episode. And Charlie now has a wonderful world of her own on social media, which has been recognised by The Walt Disney Company, as she has worked with them in the past too. You can find Charlie on her socials below:

Instagram - @ABritofCharlie

YouTube - @ABritofCharlie

TikTok - @ABritofCharlie

Facebook - @ABritofCharlie New episodes will be released every Friday and every other Wednesday at midnight in the UK and respective times worldwide. You can follow us on instagram @thedisneyconfessionist for more content. You can also follow Bradley and Sophie @sophiefromscotland AND @mrbradleycoker This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing.

Apr 11, 202447:32

S2 Ep 6: Paige in (Disneyland) Paris

This week we talk to Paige who worked as a performer at Disneyland Paris.

After loving the Disney Parks for years, Paige set her sights on working at our home park, Disneyland Paris - where she then became friends with many of our favourite characters, along with dancing in some of the most iconic parades. You can find Paige on Instagram @paigelangleyshaw New episodes will be released every Friday and every other Wednesday at midnight in the UK and respective times worldwide. You can follow us on instagram @thedisneyconfessionist for more content. You can also follow Bradley and Sophie @sophiefromscotland AND @mrbradleycoker This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing.

Apr 04, 202446:33

S2 Ep 5: And You're Watching Disney Channel

This week we're back with Discussionist episodes - and today, we're talking all things Disney Channel.

From our favourite and least favourite movies and TV shows, cult fandoms and the influence Disney Channel has had on the parks over the years.

New episodes will be released every Friday and every other Wednesday at midnight in the UK and respective times worldwide.

This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing.

Apr 02, 202453:34

S2 Ep 4: Grab a Cuppa, Lightsaber and Let’s Make Magic

This week we talk to Kat who worked as a Porg master at Star Wars Launch Bay in Hollywood Studios and as a Cultural Representative in the UK Pavilion.

Kat tells us some hilarious stories about her time working at Walt Disney World. Once on her Cultural Exchange Programme and once on the Cultural Representative Programme. We hear all about her new found love for the Porgs, her button-making abilities, along with her not-so-best times working as a stocker in the UK Pavilion.

You can find Kat on X ⁠@Katsneverland_, along with her YouTube channel @Katsneverland

Kat also sells lots of creative items on Etsy - link here.

Along with having her own BookTok account - link here.

New episodes will be released every Friday at midnight in the UK and respective times worldwide.

You can follow us on instagram @thedisneyconfessionist for more content. You can also follow Bradley and Sophie @sophiefromscotland AND @mrbradleycoker

This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing.

Mar 28, 202452:04

S2 Ep 3: On a Pixar cloud with Jim Shull

Up next on Confessions of a Disney Cast Member is none other than Disney imagineering legend, Jim Shull. In this episode, we chat with Jim through his vast career, starting with his time in storyboard and creative development at Marvel Studios. We then journey on through his time at Walt Disney imagineering where Jim became Executive Creative Director, designing new rides, shows and attractions for multiple theme parks around the world. Along with creating new ride platforms, Jim also led the creative development of new lands in hotels in Disney parks and resorts. There are so many stories Jim has to tell and we can't wait for you to hear all about it.

You can find Jim on X @JimShull, along with his website jimshull.com - And if you love hearing about all things attractions at Disney parks, you can tune in to Disney Unpacked on Youtube, where Jim unpacks all - you can find out more on their website - disneyunpacked.com New episodes will be released every Friday at midnight in the UK and respective times worldwide. You can follow us on instagram @thedisneyconfessionist for more content. You can also follow Bradley and Sophie @sophiefromscotland AND @mrbradleycoker This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing.

Mar 21, 202401:08:14

S2 Ep 2: Festival of the Chippy Queen

It's time for our first interview of Season 2 - and what better way than to start with our gal Charlotte who's fresh off the UK CRP. In this episode, we chat with @circleoflifechar about her three times working for the mouse. The first being on the academic exchange programme at Festival of the Lion King in Theatre Operations and Quick Service at Flame Tree Barbecue in Animal Kingdom. Then onto working at the Swan and Dolphin resort on the J1 Visa Program. Before finally being literally full circle as she went on to work at the Rose & Crown for a year post-covid. We dive deep into all of these amazing experiences Charlotte has had and boy did we have a good time chatting!

You can follow Charlotte on Instagram @CircleofLifeChar

and on Tik Tok @CircleofLifeChar New episodes will be released every Friday at midnight in the UK and respective times worldwide. You can follow us on instagram @thedisneyconfessionist for more content. You can also follow Bradley and Sophie @sophiefromscotland AND @mrbradleycoker This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing.

Mar 14, 202401:00:32

S2 Ep 1: New Beginnings

Here we are with our first episode of Season 2! And wow, are we happy to be back!!

In this episode, we chat about where Sophie and I left off, the things that have excited us over the past year at Disney and Universal parks, what we're excited about in the year ahead, along with a preview of some of the cast members coming up on the pod VERY SOON!

New episodes will be released every Friday at midnight in the UK and respective times worldwide.

We can't wait to get back to bringing you the magic!

You can follow us on instagram @thedisneyconfessionist for more content. You can also follow Bradley and Sophie @sophiefromscotland AND @mrbradleycoker

This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing.

Mar 07, 202443:57

182. Applications are Nearly Open (Disney CRP 2024)

We're back for a very special episode as applications for the next cohort of Disney UK CRP cast members are opening on Monday 5th Feb 2024, and it would be a crime if we didn't come on to give our top tips/ advice.

Here's the link to the Yummy Jobs page to apply and remember, you only have until Friday 9th Feb to apply!! https://www.yummyjobs.com/work/disneyculturalrepresentativeprogram

Please note, this podcast is not affiliated by Yummy Jobs or The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing.

Feb 02, 202453:51

177. Ranking 2: Around the World and into the Future to find the Best of the Best

In our second ranking episode so far, we are here to talk about Epcot attractions.

Don’t forget to go and follow Sophie @signsbysophieb and check out her shop on Etsy for all your Disney-inspired home furnishing needs ✨

This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist

Apr 07, 202201:19:16

176. Ranking 1: What’s our Hollywood Box Office smash hit?

This week’s discussion episode of Confessions of a Disney Cast Member is the first of a mini-series where @signsbysophieb and I will be ranking our top ten attractions in each Disney park. This week, we must start with none other than Sophie B’s favourite park, Hollywood Studios.

We will be taking a break from our usual cast member episodes throughout April but there will be a new ranking episode every Friday for the next 5 weeks.

Don’t forget to go and follow Sophie @signsbysophieb and check out her shop on Etsy for all your Disney-inspired home furnishing needs ✨

This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist

Mar 31, 202201:19:22

175. Disneyland VS California Adventure

In this week’s discussion episode of Confessions of a Disney Cast Member, I am joined by the wonderful Lauren Sperling, as we discuss the pros and cons of visiting each one of the California Disney parks over the other. We can only visit one, so stay tuned to find out what we pick.

Don’t forget to go and follow Lauren @_misspixie_, and go check out her Pop Culture podcast @poppopthepopculturepodcast ✨

This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist @_misspixie_

Feb 03, 202201:16:56

174. A Web-Slinger in a Bridgerton Gown

In this week’s discussion episode of Confessions of a Disney Cast Member, I am joined by the fabulous Noah who started his journey working in PAC control at the Magic Kingdom before moving onto working at Disney Imagineering, where he has worked on a plethora of projects, including Avenger’s Campus and Pixar Pier, along with being a stand-in for Tom Holland’s Spider-Man… I can’t forget to mention that Noah also worked on the Unofficial Bridgerton Musical. There’s all of this and so much more so stay tuned.

Don’t forget to go and follow Noah @noahsundaylefkowitz on Instagram, Tik Tok and YouTube along with checking out his website: www.noahsundaylefkowitz.co.uk

This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist @noahsundaylefkowitz

Jan 27, 202201:34:11

173. Discussionist 9: Solo - A Solo Travellers Story

In this week’s discussion episode of Confessions of a Disney Cast Member, we are joined by regular returning guest, Lauren Evans, aka @laurensfloatinglights, and we are here to talk about solo-travelling to the Disney Parks. Follow Lauren’s Instagram @laurensfloatinglights.
You can also check out Lauren’s amazing blog at www.laurensfloatinglights.co.uk
This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist @laurensfloatinglights

Jan 20, 202201:17:21

172. Eddie Sotto and the Oranges of Main Street

In this week’s discussion episode of Confessions of a Disney Cast Member, we are joined by Disney Imagineering Legend, Eddie Sotto, as he tells his story from his first role as a cast member on Main Street USA, to leading concept designs for some of the world’s most loved theme park attractions. This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist @bossangeles

Jan 14, 202201:10:12

171. Discussionist 8: A Trip Back to Orlando and How Things Have Changed

In this week’s discussion episode of Confessions of a Disney Cast Member, we are joined by regular returning guest, Sophie B, and we are here to talk about Sophie's recent trip to Orlando and how things have changed post-pandemic. Follow Sophie's Instagram @signsbysophieb for links to her incredible Disney-inspired shop. This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist @signsbysophieb

Jan 06, 202201:14:41

170. Bon Voyage, (‘86) Sophie

In Sophie's bon voyage, final episode, we reminisce over the past 13 months and all about what is next for Sophie's Disney journey and the podcast.
This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us and Royce on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist and @sophiewallacex

Dec 30, 202131:06

169. Discussionist 7: Food, Glorious Food (Chicken Nuggets and Mickey Waffles Only)

n this week’s discussion episode of Confessions of a Disney Cast Member, we are joined by CRP alumni Kadie, where we talk all things Disney food.

Follow Kadie’s food Instagram @ne.eats.and.more

This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist @ne.eats.and.more

Nov 20, 202101:09:14

168. Taking A Trip To Andy’s Room

In this week’s discussion episode of Confessions of a Disney Cast Member, we are joined by Ash Bull, who started his journey at the Disney Store, before moving to Disney Cruise Line to work as a youth activities course counsellor.

You can also check out Ash’s YouTube channel “Ash Bull”, where he vlogs his life at sea.

This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist @ashbull1

Nov 15, 202146:25

167. Discussionist 6: All Aboard, Disney Magic At Sea

In this week’s discussion episode of Confessions of a Disney Cast Member, we are joined by returning guest Alys, who is about to head back off to Disney Cruise Line in a couple of weeks time. However, before her next journey, she is here to talk to us all about her experience working as a crew member on Disney Magic At Sea this past summer. You can check out Alys’ last episode to hear the origin of her Disney journey at episode 134. Making WONDERful memories at Sea & on Land ⚓️ This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist @alysruth

Nov 11, 202102:30:00

166. Imagineering at the Tiki Bar

In this week’s discussion episode of Confessions of a Disney Cast Member, we are joined by Brandon, who has worked as a Disney Imagineer across several projects over the years, including Pandora: World of Avatar and the creation of Trader Sams in Disneyland and Disney World.

This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist @trader_brandon

Check out Brandon’s website for all of his extensive range of merchandise and comic books too… www.traderbrandon.com

Nov 07, 202101:11:42

165. MOOOORNING

In this week’s episode of “Confessions of a Disney Cast Member”, we are joined by Adam Hattan who sprinkled his pixie dust on two U.K. Pavilion programs. This podcast is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow us and Adam on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist and @adamhattan - You can also purchase Adam’s Dream Guide and Candles at www.AdamHattan.com

Oct 31, 202101:01:03

164. Discussionist 5: Tell The Guards To Open Up The Gates (Part Two)

In this week’s discussion episode of Confessions of a Disney Cast Member, I am once again joined by Sophie B as we continue our quest on working out our perfect 7 night Disney World holiday.

Join us every Friday for a new topic where we discuss the past, present and future of all things Disney.

This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist @signsbysophieb

Check out Sophie’s Etsy shop: Signs By Sophie B

Oct 29, 202101:37:46

163. She Said “Make It A Super Stretch”

In this episode of “Confessions of a Disney Cast Member”, we are joined by Maddie who sprinkled her pixie dust at Rock ‘n’ Rollercoaster, One Man’s Dream and Star Wars Launch Bay, along with several party events too. This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us and Maddie on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist and @be_glad_bcuz_i - you can also check Maddie out on TikTok @maddieb1998

Oct 24, 202101:01:05

162. Discussionist 4: Tell The Guards To Open Up The Gates (Part One)

In this week’s discussion episode of Confessions of a Disney Cast Member, I am joined by ex-cast member, Sophie Brotherton, where will be discussing our perfect 7-night holiday in Orlando… as we talk so much, this will be a two-parter, so come back next week for the rest of our dream Disney vacation plans.
Join us every Friday for a new topic where we discuss the past, present and future of all things Disney. This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist @signsbysophieb
Check out Sophie’s Etsy shop: Signs By Sophie B

Oct 21, 202154:08

161. A UFO Sighting in the Studios of Hollywood

In this episode of “Confessions of a Disney Cast Member”, we are joined by Da'von who sprinkled his pixie dust in three positions in Hollywood Studios, including custodial, merchandise and attractions at Alien Swirling Saucers. This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us and Da'von on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist and @davonlampley

Oct 17, 202140:58

160. Discussionist 3: Not So Scary VS Horror Nights

In this week’s discussion episode of Confessions of a Disney Cast Member, I am joined by CRP alumni, Cameron Brown, where will be discussing the best and worse of Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party and Halloween Horror Nights. Join us every Friday for a new topic where we discuss the past, present and future of all things Disney. This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist @beingcameron

Oct 14, 202101:14:30

159. Cruisin', Recruitin', Institutin' for that Bread Service

In this episode of “Confessions of a Disney Cast Member”, we are joined by Izabelle who sprinkled her pixie dust at Disneyland in Guest Relations, as an assistant server in Sanaa, at Disney Institute and as a recruiter for Disney Cruise Line. This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us and Izabelle on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist and @izelleba

Oct 10, 202136:20

158. Discussionist 2: UK (Pav) Hun?

In this week’s discussion episode of Confessions of a Disney Cast Member, we will be chatting in-depth about our experiences applying for the CRP, giving you all of the advice you need to know, along with a dive into the history of world showcase and the UK pavilion. Join us every Friday for a new topic where we discuss the past, present and future of all things Disney. This podcast is not affiliated by The Walt Disney Company. Just cast members who love celebrating other cast members and reminiscing. Follow Us on Instagram: @TheDisneyConfessionist

Oct 07, 202101:13:35