I’m a storyteller at heart. And podcasting is one of my favorite ways to share that love. Through my shows and guest appearances, I connect with a lively, engaged audience that includes Disney parks fans, creative professionals, and theme park industry leaders—people like you who enjoy going a little deeper into how great experiences are imagined, built, and remembered.
I co-host two popular podcasts: The Backside of Water, where we “delve into the rich history, awesome stories, and fascinating details behind your favorite Disneyland Attractions,” and The Themed Attraction Podcast, featuring conversations with the designers, storytellers, and leaders shaping themed entertainment today.
I also regularly join other podcasts and panels to talk storytelling, creative leadership, and why themed places matter so much to all of us.
The Backside of Water Podcast
The Backside of Water Podcast is a deep-dive love letter to Disneyland history, hosted by former Jungle Cruise skippers Alex Stewart and Freddy Martin. Each episode explores the stories, people, and details that shaped the park—beyond the headlines and behind the scenes—told with equal parts research, reverence, skipper-style humor, and radio drama… yes, radio drama. If you love Disney history with heart (and a few good groaners), you’re in the right boat.
Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you find your favorite audio.
The Themed Attraction Podcast
The Themed Attraction Podcast is a front-row conversation with the creative leaders shaping theme parks, attractions, and immersive experiences around the world. Hosted by Mel McGowan, Chief Creative Officer at Storyland Studios, and Freddy Martin, the show dives into the ideas, process, and people behind themed entertainment—from blue-sky concepts to built reality—through thoughtful interviews, industry insight, and genuine curiosity. It’s a podcast for designers, storytellers, operators, and fans who want to understand how great experiences get made, and why they matter.
Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you find your favorite audio.