Imagineer That!

Episode 2

How do Disney Imagineers make mountains?

How do Disney Imagineers make mountains? In this episode of Imagineer That!, Tom Morrow 2.0 answers a question from Michelle Khare—asked 25 years ago!—and uncovers the secrets behind Disney’s incredible rockwork and mountain-building techniques. If you’ve ever wondered how Disney creates iconic mountains like Big Thunder or Expedition Everest, this episode reveals the creativity and engineering that make it possible.

Episode 3

How do Disney Imagineers make things look old and creepy?

Welcome to a special Halloween episode of Imagineer That! Ever wondered how Disney Imagineers make attractions look old, spooky, and authentically creepy? Join Tom Morrow 2.0 as he heads to The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror to uncover the secrets behind Disney’s incredible set decoration techniques—including a surprising tool: a web-shooting gun!

Episode 4

Why do roller coasters feel faster in the dark?

Why do roller coasters feel faster in the dark? In this episode of Imagineer That!, join Tom Morrow 2.0 as he goes behind the scenes at Walt Disney Imagineering to uncover the science—and storytelling—behind this thrilling illusion. If you’ve ever wondered how theme parks create unforgettable coaster experiences, this episode breaks it all down with fun facts and real Imagineering insights.

Episode 5

Disney’s Christmas Parade Smells SO Good - Here’s How They Do It!

🎄 Did you catch those hints of gingerbread, peppermint, and pine drifting down Main Street, U.S.A.? If so, you were probably watching Mickey's Once Upon a Christmastime Parade at Walt Disney World! In this episode of Imagineer That!, Tom Morrow 2.0 investigates the magical tech and behind‑the‑scenes secrets Disney uses to add those unforgettable festive scents to this beloved holiday parade. From gingerbread houses to frosty peppermint blasts, we’re diving into how Imagineers make Christmas smell like magic!

Episode 6

How does Walt Disney Imagineering control a ride that's trackless?

Disney's trackless rides might feel like they're taking you off the rails, but that's not the case! In this episode, Tom tracks down the answers to how trackless attractions work like Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway!

Episode 7

How do the Imagineers keep the lions away from the rhinos?!

Picture it... the biggest matchup on Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney's Animal Kingdom is about to unfold - lions versus rhinos. Actually, this could never happen because Imagineers designed specific barriers to keep the animals away from each other and Tom Morrow 2.0 is getting the full scoop on how it's done.

Episode 8

How does Disney sync up the music and lighting with nighttime parade floats?

Sparkling lights and musical sounds bring magic to the night in Disney spectaculars like Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away, but how does Disney sync up the music and lighting on the floats and performers? Luckily, Tom Morrow 2.0 knows the right people from Disney Live Entertainment to answer this question on Imagineer That!

Episode 9

How do Imagineers keep Audio-Animatronics figures looking show ready?

Audio-Animatronics figures like the bears at Country Bear Musical Jamboree are performing daily for guests at Magic Kingdom, but how do Imagineers keep them looking fresh and show ready each and every day? Tom Morrow 2.0 knows the perfect Imagineer to answer this question on Imagineer That!

Episode 10

How does everything stay in Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets when it goes upside down?

Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets is now open at Disney's Hollywood Studios! To celebrate the occasion, Tom Morrow 2.0 is answering the classic question - how does everything stay in a roller coaster when it goes upside down? This time around, he has a little help from Lips, trumpet player for The Electric Mayhem, as long as Joe from Legal doesn't shut this episode down...

Episode 11

Want to Be a Disney Imagineer? Here's What You Need To Know!

It's finally time... Tom Morrow 2.0 is answering the most asked question we get on Imagineer That! - "How can I become an Imagineer?" Tom chats with Vinny from People & Culture to get the answer on what it takes and the many different paths to Walt Disney Imagineering!

Episode 12

What are the oldest items in the Imagineering Library Collection?

Did you know that Walt Disney Imagineering has its own library with thousands of items new and old? Tom Morrow 2.0 chats with librarians from the Florida and California Information Research Centers about the oldest items in each of their special collections!