# Walt Disney and the Power of Optimism

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Podcast: [Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World](https://stenobird.com/podcast/connecting-with-walt-a-look-into-the-history-of-the-man-behind-mickey-mouse-disneyland-and-walt-disney-world-1005262)
Published: 2026-01-23T08:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/connecting-with-walt/episodes/walt-disney-and-the-power-of-optimism
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In this episode, Michael and Tom discuss how Walt Disney's optimism shaped the course of his life and kept him moving forward. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Dreams Unlimited Travel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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