WDW Radio Show Disney Podcast #127 - July 12, 2009 - Julie Andrews interview

**Lou Mongello** · 07-12-2009, 02:53 PM

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello and this is show #127 for the week of July 12, 2009. Thank you for tuning in once again.

It is a rare occasion when one has the opportunity to speak with someone who is a true legend of stage, screen and film. And this week, I have the honor of being able to share such a conversation with you. With a career that has spanned decades in which she has shared her so many of her incredible talents, she will for many people always be known as the title character in what can only be described as a true masterpiece of filmmaking - Mary Poppins. A character and film that are both practically perfect in every way.

Dame Julie Andrews joins me in a one on one conversation as we talk about her role as Mary Poppins, how it came to be, working with Walt Disney and the Sherman Brothers, and so much more, including what is ahead for this incredible actress, singer, author and philanthropist.

I'll end the show with an announcement about something coming up for the WDW Radio Show and its listeners. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show.

You can email the show or call the voicemail TOLL FREE at 888-703-2171.

Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in next week!

Read this week's SHOW NOTES for more information and links

**lorilovestigger** · 07-12-2009, 04:06 PM

Julie Andrews rocks!! I'm so jealous!!

Disney05 · 07-12-2009, 05:11 PM

Wow! What a great person for you to interview. You've got some pull!

tinker1bell · 07-12-2009, 08:03 PM

I got tears listening to the interview. I had just watched the video of "Walt The Man Behind the Myth" It was so wonderful to hear Dame Julie's voice.

dag0620 · 07-12-2009, 08:21 PM

Great show, but I must ask,

Lou how did you score this interview????

oakmanner · 07-12-2009, 08:58 PM

Great interview Lou!

TTAfanatic · 07-12-2009, 08:59 PM

Wow, that was an awesome interview! I'm sure that over the years since Mary Poppins, Dame Julie has given countless interviews about the film, and this interview sounded so genuine, like she had just wrapped on the movie, what a classy person! I'd also like to know how Lou scored this interview, but he probably doesn't want to spoil the magic. Keep up the good work!

Spyne · 07-12-2009, 11:16 PM

Wow, what a fantastic show this week, Lou. Your interview with Dame Julie Andrews was just amazing to listen to, and I can all ready tell that you are very proud to have gained the opportunity to speak with her. It's wonderful listening to her memories of Mary Poppins and working with Walt himself. Fantastic interview, Lou.

Your proposal for a Disney Cruise Line meet in 2011 is very interesting, especially on the new Disney Dream when it's open. I probably won't be able to make it, but it'll be awesome if you are able to do it.

Amazing show this week Lou, keep up the great work!

dzneynut · 07-12-2009, 11:38 PM

What a great show, Lou!
Have you stopped smiling since the interview, Lou?

joanna71985 · 07-12-2009, 11:59 PM

Wow, what a great show! It was awsome. I loved seeing Julie Andrews in Mary Poppins and Sound of Music, and I enjoy seeing her in the Princess Diaries films.

tmlinz · 07-13-2009, 02:28 AM

Lou, awesome interview. Way to stay journalistic and not turn fan-boy (as many of us woul probably have done....)

KevinZ · 07-13-2009, 10:29 AM

Another amazing interview. Congrats and thank you Lou for bringing the interview of Julie Andrews to us. A classy lady.

jimwfly · 07-13-2009, 10:32 AM

What an incredibly gracious lady. And Lou, you were completely professional, and yet still warm and engaging, in your interview. Well done. For so many of us, like you, Dame Julie has been a wonderful part of our lives for many years. It's these kinds of moving interviews, combined with great pre- and post-music editing, that put you light-years ahead of everyone else.

**Lou Mongello** · 07-13-2009, 12:18 PM

Thank you all SO so much! This interview meant a great deal to me personally, and I'm not too proud to admit getting juuuuust a little choked up when I first got on the phone and she said hello.

Watching Mary Poppins with my family the other day made me appreciate the film, and my conversation, all the more. I mean it when I say that I felt honored to be able to speak with her.

I'm so happy that you all enjoyed it, as it makes it all the more special for me.

(and if you think others might like it, please help share the link to the show)

And no, James - I haven't stopped smiling (or singing Mary Poppins songs in m mind) since then.

njdisney · 07-13-2009, 01:56 PM

Lou, your interview was Practically Perfect in Every Way. I suppose it could only have been better if you had been in the same room with her.

Excuse me, for now I have to go watch Mary Poppins again!

07-12-2009, 04:06 PM	#2
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Disney05 Off to Neverland! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 3,447	Re: WDW Radio Show Disney Podcast #127 - July 12, 2009 - Julie Andrews interview Wow! What a great person for you to interview. You've got some pull! __________________ When you wish upon a star..... LAUGHTER IS TIMELESS, IMAGINATION HAS NO AGE AND DREAMS ARE FOREVER. Adults are only kids grown up, anyway. WD ...That's the real trouble with the world. Too many people grow up. WD "For those who get it, no explanation is necessary. For those who don't, no explanation will do." http://wdwhomesick.wordpress.com/

07-12-2009, 08:03 PM	#4
tinker1bell A-Ticket holder Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: In My Dreams Posts: 16	Re: WDW Radio Show Disney Podcast #127 - July 12, 2009 - Julie Andrews interview I got tears listening to the interview. I had just watched the video of "Walt The Man Behind the Myth" It was so wonderful to hear Dame Julie's voice. __________________ TERRY

07-12-2009, 08:21 PM	#5
dag0620 C-Ticket Holder Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Connecticut - Far from Disney - Close to Magic Meets Posts: 175	Re: WDW Radio Show Disney Podcast #127 - July 12, 2009 - Julie Andrews interview Great show, but I must ask, Lou how did you score this interview???? __________________ -Dave Summer 04' Beach Club and SOG - Summer 05' SOG and Port Orleans: French Quarter - Summer 06' Boardwalk - Summer 09' SOG DisneyLand Vacations Summer 08' Off Property

07-12-2009, 08:58 PM	#6
oakmanner A-Ticket holder Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 32	Re: WDW Radio Show Disney Podcast #127 - July 12, 2009 - Julie Andrews interview Great interview Lou!

07-12-2009, 02:53 PM	#1
Lou Mongello Lou Mongello (AKQJ10) - WDW Trivia Book Author and Site Owner/Admin Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 8,339	WDW Radio Show Disney Podcast #127 - July 12, 2009 - Julie Andrews interview Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello and this is show #127 for the week of July 12, 2009. Thank you for tuning in once again. It is a rare occasion when one has the opportunity to speak with someone who is a true legend of stage, screen and film. And this week, I have the honor of being able to share such a conversation with you. With a career that has spanned decades in which she has shared her so many of her incredible talents, she will for many people always be known as the title character in what can only be described as a true masterpiece of filmmaking - Mary Poppins. A character and film that are both practically perfect in every way. Dame Julie Andrews joins me in a one on one conversation as we talk about her role as Mary Poppins, how it came to be, working with Walt Disney and the Sherman Brothers, and so much more, including what is ahead for this incredible actress, singer, author and philanthropist. I'll end the show with an announcement about something coming up for the WDW Radio Show and its listeners. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show. You can email the show or call the voicemail TOLL FREE at 888-703-2171. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in next week! Read this week's SHOW NOTES for more information and links __________________ Lou Mongello Host, Author & Site Owner AKQJ10 >: 4 8 15 16 23 42 Last edited by Lou Mongello; 07-12-2009 at 03:04 PM..

07-12-2009, 08:59 PM	#7
TTAfanatic E-Ticket Holder Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: 892 Miles from Pop Century Posts: 322	Re: WDW Radio Show Disney Podcast #127 - July 12, 2009 - Julie Andrews interview Wow, that was an awesome interview! I'm sure that over the years since Mary Poppins, Dame Julie has given countless interviews about the film, and this interview sounded so genuine, like she had just wrapped on the movie, what a classy person! I'd also like to know how Lou scored this interview, but he probably doesn't want to spoil the magic. Keep up the good work! __________________ 2001 - Caribbean Beach 2008 - Pop Century 2010 - Port Orleans Riverside www.twitter.com/nickphillips97 I proudly support The FairTax! www.FairTax.org

07-12-2009, 11:16 PM	#8
Spyne Fastpass Holder Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Connecticut, United States Posts: 504	Re: WDW Radio Show Disney Podcast #127 - July 12, 2009 - Julie Andrews interview Wow, what a fantastic show this week, Lou. Your interview with Dame Julie Andrews was just amazing to listen to, and I can all ready tell that you are very proud to have gained the opportunity to speak with her. It's wonderful listening to her memories of Mary Poppins and working with Walt himself. Fantastic interview, Lou. Your proposal for a Disney Cruise Line meet in 2011 is very interesting, especially on the new Disney Dream when it's open. I probably won't be able to make it, but it'll be awesome if you are able to do it. Amazing show this week Lou, keep up the great work! __________________ Keep it cool, and keep moving forward! Trips to Walt Disney World 1995: Port Orleans French Quarter - 2000: All-Star Music 2008: Caribbean Beach - 2009: Pop Century NEXT TRIP: Sep/Oct 2011 - WDW's 40th Anniversary!

07-12-2009, 11:38 PM	#9
dzneynut Trivia Nut & Supplier of Games Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Poquoson, VA Posts: 3,232	Re: WDW Radio Show Disney Podcast #127 - July 12, 2009 - Julie Andrews interview What a great show, Lou! Have you stopped smiling since the interview, Lou? __________________ JamesD dzneynut@wdwradio.com My DVD Profiler Collection Future Disney Trips: May 19-26, 2012 for 7-night cruise on the new Disney Fantasy! May 26-29, 2012 for short stay at OKW after the cruise!

07-12-2009, 11:59 PM	#10
joanna71985 Friend of the Disney Characters!! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Mickey's backyard (Orlando, FL) Posts: 1,563	Re: WDW Radio Show Disney Podcast #127 - July 12, 2009 - Julie Andrews interview Wow, what a great show! It was awsome. I loved seeing Julie Andrews in Mary Poppins and Sound of Music, and I enjoy seeing her in the Princess Diaries films. __________________ Many as a kid (1986-1998)Aug 1998- Port OrleansMarch 2003- Jr Band Trip (offsite)Aug 2003- Port OrleansJan 12-Aug 5, 2005- CP (CS)Jan 1-5, 2006- AS Sports (solo)May 24, 2006-Jan 5, 2007- CP (CS)Jan 31-Feb 3, 2007- offsite (solo)March 1-3, 2007- Dad+ Me (offsite)May 16-Aug 10, 2007- CP (CS) Aug 10-12, 2007- GF/P&PMay 21- Aug 15, 2008- CP (PC)Aug 15-18, 2008- AKL!!Mar 25-29, 2009 (offsite)Aug 10, 2009-Jan 2, 2010- CP (CS)Jan 3-May 14, 2010- CP (CS)Feb 12-16, 2012: DCL Disney Dream CP #1: 1/12/05-8/5/05: MK merchandise and parades CP #2: 5/24/06 to 1/5/07: character attendant!! CP #3: 5/16/07-8/10/07: Epcot WS Custodial/seasonal CA CP #4: 5/21/08-7/5/08: Casey's (QSFB); 7/6/08-8/15/08: character attendant CP #5: 8/10/09-1/2/10: Toy Story Mania attractions CP #6: 1/3/10-5/14/10: Great Movie Ride attractions FT: 5/16/10- : Great Movie Ride Montclair State Campus Rep- Fall 2007, Spring 2008, Fall 2008, Spring 2009

07-13-2009, 02:28 AM	#11
tmlinz E-Ticket Holder Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Minnesota Posts: 328	Re: WDW Radio Show Disney Podcast #127 - July 12, 2009 - Julie Andrews interview Lou, awesome interview. Way to stay journalistic and not turn fan-boy (as many of us woul probably have done....) __________________ The happiest place on earth is where my kids are!

07-13-2009, 10:29 AM	#12
KevinZ B-Ticket Holder Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Fort Wayne, IN Posts: 97	Re: WDW Radio Show Disney Podcast #127 - July 12, 2009 - Julie Andrews interview Another amazing interview. Congrats and thank you Lou for bringing the interview of Julie Andrews to us. A classy lady. __________________ Kevin WDWRadio Cruise : Deck 8 is great! "Almost there!" "Keep moving forward!"

07-13-2009, 10:32 AM	#13
jimwfly A-Ticket holder Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 1	Re: WDW Radio Show Disney Podcast #127 - July 12, 2009 - Julie Andrews interview What an incredibly gracious lady. And Lou, you were completely professional, and yet still warm and engaging, in your interview. Well done. For so many of us, like you, Dame Julie has been a wonderful part of our lives for many years. It's these kinds of moving interviews, combined with great pre- and post-music editing, that put you light-years ahead of everyone else.

07-13-2009, 12:18 PM	#14
Lou Mongello Lou Mongello (AKQJ10) - WDW Trivia Book Author and Site Owner/Admin Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 8,339	Re: WDW Radio Show Disney Podcast #127 - July 12, 2009 - Julie Andrews interview Thank you all SO so much! This interview meant a great deal to me personally, and I'm not too proud to admit getting juuuuust a little choked up when I first got on the phone and she said hello. Watching Mary Poppins with my family the other day made me appreciate the film, and my conversation, all the more. I mean it when I say that I felt honored to be able to speak with her. I'm so happy that you all enjoyed it, as it makes it all the more special for me. (and if you think others might like it, please help share the link to the show) And no, James - I haven't stopped smiling (or singing Mary Poppins songs in m mind) since then. __________________ Lou Mongello Host, Author & Site Owner AKQJ10 >: 4 8 15 16 23 42

07-13-2009, 01:56 PM	#15
njdisney A-Ticket holder Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: South Jersey Posts: 23	Re: WDW Radio Show Disney Podcast #127 - July 12, 2009 - Julie Andrews interview Lou, your interview was Practically Perfect in Every Way. I suppose it could only have been better if you had been in the same room with her. Excuse me, for now I have to go watch Mary Poppins again!

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