SFD 350: Sent by Mattey

Step back in time with three postcards from Disneyland that capture the magic of the park across decades. From a 1958 Jungle Cruise adventure aboard the Mekong Maiden to a 1977 spin on the Mad Tea Party, each card offers a firsthand glimpse into the sights, sounds, and sentiments of a day at Disneyland—complete with vintage stamps, park hours, weather, and personal messages sent home. This episode also highlights Disney legend Bob Mattey, the mechanical effects pioneer behind the Jungle Cruise animals, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, and even the infamous shark from Jaws. His contributions helped bring Disneyland's earliest attractions to life and earned him a lasting tribute on Main Street, U.S.A. Finally, a modern Postcrossing postcard ties past and present together with a heartfelt story of a 1972 visit—recalling ticket books, low crowds, and attractions that connect Disneyland to the 1964 New York World's Fair. From nostalgic notes to behind-the-scenes history, this episode explores how postcards preserve not just memories—but the evolving story of Disneyland itself. Below are some of the regulars on Art Throw Down, Follow all of them on Instagram anyway for great art and postcards in your Instagram feed: Hipstadufus, luluvision, jlynch9923, greenmosspaper, georgemailsart, state_of_the_funyun, RussRomano2021