They say you should never look behind the curtain because it ruins the illusion. We think they’re wrong. Once you see how the gears turn, the magic actually gets better.

Welcome to The Backstage Kingdom, a new weekly podcast exploring the incredible intersection of professional theater, theme park design, and the operational wizardry that brings artificial worlds to life.

In this introductory trailer, your host Michael Saint Gregory covers:

• Why understanding the "mechanic" enhances the "magic."
• His journey as a Walt Disney World Cast Member (2010–2012) from the drawing boards of Animation to the galaxy of Star Tours.
• What you can expect every week: Deep dives into the "Triple Threat" of park operations—Technology, Performance, and Logistics.
• A raw, honest look at the ...