Running Coast to Coast with Don Muchow

Welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we talk about anything and everything Disney. This week we were honored to chat with Don Muchow, the runner and Type 1 Diabetic who recently completed his transcontinental run across the US that went through both Disneyland and Disney World! But first, we had a bit of Disney News.   The People Mover reopened this week after it's lengthy closure! Even Stitch had to give it a ride!   Also, the king is returning! The Festival of The Lion King actors have begun rehearsing to resume their live shows!   And in our last bit of news, the Matterhorn will be joining the string of Disney rides that have their own movie/TV show!    Running across the United States is quite a feat (no pun intended), so when we heard about Don, his cause, and how he wove both Disney Parks into his journey, we knew we had to talk to him! We ask Don about his incredible mission, planning his trip, mapping his course, the hardest part of it all, how covid impacted his run, how often he had to refuel, how many pairs of shoes he went through, what it felt like to run into Disney World to a huge celebration (and not getting kicked off the property!), and much, much more.    Don enlightens us about so many things. Did you know that Disney collaborated with another company to create a Type 1 Diabetes mascot?! And, through Don, we learn what true grit, determination, and dedication to a cause and purpose look like.    We really appreciated Don taking the time to talk to us, and we appreciate you for taking the time to listen! If you'd like to learn more about Don, his mission, or how to help folks living with Type 1 Diabetes, please check out his website at t1determined.org   Check us out on Facebook and Youtube or submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode or support us on Patreon.