Disney Imagineering and the Making of the Disney Wish

The podcast episode features Laura Cable, a Disney Imagineer, discussing her role in designing the Disney Wish cruise ship. Chad Cohen, a filmmaker at National Geographic, follows her journey from her garage in Los Angeles to a shipyard in Germany. The episode explores the challenges of ship design, the creative process of imagineering, and the unique features of the Disney Wish, such as the Grand Hall and the stern character Rapunzel. The episode concludes with insights into the imagineering process and the importance of creativity in overcoming design constraints.

What is the Disney Wish compared to in terms of size?

• A skyscraper

• The Eiffel Tower

• A small island

• A football stadium

What is a key characteristic of a Disney Imagineer?

• Expertise in marketing

• Focus on financial management

• Passion for storytelling

• Ability to work alone

What is a major challenge in designing a cruise ship compared to a land project?

• Environmental regulations

• Lack of skilled labor

• Inability to make changes easily

• Limited budget

How are the parts of the Disney Wish assembled?

• With prefabricated interiors

• By a single team

• Using a modular, Lego-style approach

• In a single location

What is the purpose of the Grand Hall on the Disney Wish?

• To serve as a dining area

• To set the tone for the cruise experience

• To provide guest accommodations

• To house the ship's control center

What unique feature does the Disney Wish have at its stern?

• A glass observation deck

• A swimming pool

• A giant statue of Rapunzel

• A helipad

What is the Imagineering-inspired space on the Disney Wish designed for?

• Crew members

• Children

• Teenagers

• Adults

What does Laura Cable emphasize as important for aspiring Imagineers?

• Passionate storytelling

• Marketing expertise

• Financial acumen

• Technical skills

How does Laura Cable describe the relationship between National Geographic and Imagineering?

• As competitors

• As unrelated fields

• As rivals

• As a perfect pair

What is a common trait among Disney Imagineers according to Laura Cable?

• Conservatism

• Creativity

• Skepticism

• Indifference