Dean Gaschler - Disney's Magic Maker
Dean Gaschler spent years at Walt Disney World as the Grand Marshall Coordinator. In his time there he met many "Everyday Champions", people that come through the turnstiles every day at the "Happiest Place on Earth." This podcast consists of stories of these heroes as seen through the eyes of Dean Gaschler.
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Episodes
Monday Mar 30, 2020
Monday Mar 30, 2020
Dean sits down with former Dapper Dans and Disney entertainer Chris Burns. They discuss the similarities of the parks and the relationships from Disney all around the world.
Monday Mar 30, 2020
Sunday Mar 29, 2020
Sunday Mar 29, 2020
Dean shares a story of his Guest Relations Manager, Marvin. Marvin had a unique way of managing and introduced Dean to a phrase that would be meaningful, not just in his career at Disney, but also in life.
Saturday Mar 28, 2020
Saturday Mar 28, 2020
Dean shares a story of PJ, a woman who's life mirrored that of Cinderella. Her upbringing was challenging and now as an adult Dean helps bring a Magical Moment to her life when he invites her to be the Grand Marshal of Walt Disney's three o'clock parade.
Saturday Mar 28, 2020
Saturday Mar 28, 2020
Dean shares an experience that shows why Disney uses that key phrase for those that visit the parks. People are immediately transformed when they enter which allows them to see things in a fun and innocent way.
Friday Mar 27, 2020
Friday Mar 27, 2020
Rick and April create and share a video that
becomes a young man's prize possession
Friday Mar 27, 2020
Friday Mar 27, 2020
Here is the story of Barbara and Pastor Sammy who built an amazing relationship through the love of God and the love of Disney.
Friday Mar 27, 2020
Friday Mar 27, 2020
Dean tells the story of the wonderful Stamp Family and the impact they had on his life.
Thursday Mar 26, 2020
Thursday Mar 26, 2020
Dean tells the inspiring story of a little girl named Alex who was anticipating a surgery that would free her from her wheel chair. This little "Every Day Champion" shows us that hard work and determination can change your life.
Thursday Mar 26, 2020
Thursday Mar 26, 2020
Former Executive Vice President of Operations for the Walt Disney World® Resort, Lee Cockerell discusses working alongside Dean as The Grand Marshall Coordinator for the Walt Disney World Parade. Lee's work was so impactful with the company that he earned one of the windows on Main Street U.S.A.
Learn more about his window here.
https://www.leecockerell.com/the-story-behind-my-window-on-main-street/