Walt Disney once said, “I only hope that we never lose sight of one thing...that it was all started by a mouse.” But how did one man with modest beginnings build one of the most influential entertainment empires in the world?In this episode of Quotable History, host Will Henry explores the life, vision, and legacy of Walt Disney. From drawing cartoons as a child in Missouri to revolutionizing animation with Mickey Mouse and founding Disneyland, this is the story of a dreamer who endured failure, reinvented family entertainment, and proved that imagination, combined with resilience, can change the world.Whether you're a Disney fan, an entrepreneur, or just love a good origin story, this episode is a tribute to the power of vision and perseverance.🎧 Tune in and discover why the mouse was only the beginning.Follow my socials:Instagram and X (Twitter): @quotehistorypodFacebook: Quotable HistoryIf you are interested in any Disney Vacation, check out my wife's Disney travel business on Instagram @rachelvacationsSources:The Walt Disney Family Museum, “Walt Disney Timeline”Don Hahn, Waking Sleeping Beauty, 2009Walt Disney Company, https://d23.com/walt-disney-quote/page/5/Neal Gabler, Walt Disney: The Triumph of the American Imagination (Knopf, 2006)PBS American Experience: Walt Disney (2015)Steven Watts, The Magic Kingdom (University of Missouri Press, 2001)Bob Thomas, Walt Disney: An American Original (Disney Editions, 1994)Walt Disney, Disneyland. ABC, 1954.Thank you for tuning in!

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