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The real magic of Disney isn’t just the attractions—it’s the people!

In this episode of Walt’s Apartment Presents, Amanda sits down with Donnie Jacob of Donnie Jacob Media, the photographer behind a powerful series that highlights the stories, personalities, and heart of Disney Cast Members.

From how his project first began to what it’s like photographing the people who help create the Disney magic every day, Donnie shares how his passion project turned into a meaningful way to spotlight the people who make the parks feel alive.

We also dive into his recent experience photographing the Savannah Bananas at Disneyland, how he approaches cast members for portraits, and what it takes to create content that truly connects with an audience.

If you’ve ever stopped to appreciate the people who make the parks feel magical, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

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Today, we’re bringing something special to Walt’s Apartment as we welcome Maria from Vintage Renewals — a creative force in the Disney community blending nostalgia, sustainability, and straight-up fashion.

Join us as we dive into Maria’s Disney story — how her love for the parks, vintage vibes, and iconic characters helped inspire her journey into building a unique upcycled clothing brand.

We’ll talk:
How Vintage Renewals got started
The inspiration behind her Disney-inspired designs
The art of upcycling and sustainable fashion
Her connection to the Disney parks and community
What it’s like being a Disney frequenter and creator
Upcoming drops, events, and what’s next for the brand

Plus, we’ll get into some fun Disney talk, stories from the parks, and what fuels her creativity day-to-day.

Whether you’re into Disney, fashion, or just love hearing inspiring creator stories — this is one you don’t want to miss.

We hope you can join us, and as always…
we hope you enjoy the view from Walt’s Apartment.

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We're back with a super fun show! In this episode we are joined by guest host, friend, & DU Crew Member, Tyler! We also have a special guest, Emily Ricks who voiced the adorable Bonnie in Toy Story 3 and Toy Story shorts. We have a great conversation on being cast in that classic film, her career, conventions, and more. Then Tyler gives us a trip report from his amazing vacation at Disneyland Paris and beyond. We hope you enjoy the show!

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