Mitlin Money Mindset
The Disney Superfan Who Turned His Passion Into a Side Hustle w/ Matthew Krul
Key Takeaways
- How his lifelong passion led to Imagination Skyway
- Why he keeps his podcast as a side hustle, not a full-time job
- How he balances the podcast, his job, and his family
- What 2 million downloads taught him about audience loyalty
- What entrepreneurs can learn from Disney's systems for creating a memorable guest experience
- How Disney uses story to make its attractions amazing
Meet the Guest
Matthew Krul
Matthew Krul is a lifelong fan and historian of all things Disney and a former Cast Member of the Walt Disney Company. Residing in New York, Matt frequently travels with his wife and two young daughters to Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland in California. His podcast, Imagination Skyway, focuses on Disney Parks and Imagineering. Episodes explore attraction design, recap Disney news, and dive into the stories behind the magic, including interviews with Disney Imagineers, Disney Legends, and other Disney creators.
Show Notes
What does it take to turn what you love into a business other people love too?
Matthew Krul, host of Imagination Skyway, turned a lifelong passion for Disney into a podcast now past 2 million downloads. In this episode, he shares why he’s kept it as a side hustle, what Disney has taught him about storytelling, and how he’s built a loyal audience from something small. Learn how to create an experience people keep coming back to — even without a Disney-size budget.
Resources
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About the Podcast
Welcome to Mitlin Money Mindset®️! With your host, Larry Sprung, CFP®️, Founder and Wealth Advisor at Mitlin Financial Inc®️. With over 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur in the financial services industry, Larry thrives to help you achieve your goals while finding JOY in the journey.
Each week, he’ll go deep with engaging guests who provide tangible takeaways and a whole lot of JOY along the way. Here, we don’t just talk about money; we celebrate it as a catalyst for JOY and possibility. Whether you’re saving for the future, planning your next big adventure, or just looking to add some spark to your daily money management, you’re in the right place.
We hope you enJOY these conversations as much as Larry enJOYed having them. And remember to ask yourself, what did you do today that brought you joy?®️