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EPISODE · Jun 21, 2017 · 17 MIN

Word of the Week – Ub

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Most Disney fans know the story of the early years of Walt Disney's life. He grew up on a farm in Marceline, Missouri, joined the Red Cross underage, and moved to Los Angeles in his early 20's to pursue his passion of animation. But do you know the story of the guy behind Walt Disney who was just as instrumental in the success of the Disney company in many ways? This week I'll tell you all about that other guy on the Word of the Week – Ub. Ub Iwerks was Walt Disney's right hand man for many of his successes and failures. He often gets overlooked, however, when it comes to the praise and accolades that Walt received throughout his adult life. This week, let me tell you all about the guy behind the guy behind the guy, Disney Legend Ub Iwerks and why he was a big part of Walt's success.

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