December 2019

Episode 10: The Disney Holiday Wrap-Up

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Can you believe it? We’ve reached 10 episodes! That’s ten weeks spent recording and editing – and loving every minute of it! This week’s episode is another fairly even split, with the first half covering the remainder of the important news – including two unfortunate incidents at Magic Kingdom, an update on “infantile” Star Wars merch, Disney movie milestones, and resort/DVC news. The second half covers what to do during the holidays in the final two parks in our Holiday In the Parks series – Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom.

To the listeners and fans, to all the family and friends who have subscribed and given us encouragement as we go along, THANK YOU! We are overjoyed to share our Disney passion with you all.

Episode Links

https://wdwnt.com/2019/12/video-shows-guests-on-stage-damaging-props-on-carousel-of-progress-at-magic-kingdom/

https://blogmickey.com/2019/12/breaking-fire-in-storybook-circus-displaces-character-meet-and-greets-closes-big-top-souvenirs-at-magic-kingdom/

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/baby-yoda-mandalorian-official-toys-from-hasbro-now-available-but-wont-ship-until-may-2019-12-13/

https://www.cnbc.com/2019/12/15/frozen-2-is-now-disneys-6th-billion-dollar-movie-of-2019.html

https://www.disneytouristblog.com/dvc-resale-restrictions/

https://www.wdwinfo.com/disney-resorts/disney-riviera-resort/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/12/foodie-guide-to-holidays-2019-at-disneys-hollywood-studios/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/10/celebrate-the-holidays-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-with-the-2019-jingle-bell-jingle-bam-dessert-party/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/11/take-a-first-look-disneys-animal-kingdoms-tree-of-life-awakens-for-the-holidays/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/11/new-holiday-projections-decor-more-debut-at-disneys-animal-kingdom/

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Episode 9: Entirely Too Much News!

Posted on December 20, 2019 by MouseEarsandWishes Disney DisneyWorld EPCOT Hollywood Studios Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway

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In our ninth episode, we are faced with an unexpected dilemma – too much news, too little time! Without any ado, we jump right into it. Most of the news fits into two categories: things that are now available to the public, and things that will soon be available. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is finally open, and will be soon followed by Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway railway. Things to note are new films, adventures, and restaurants that are coming to EPCOT. Similarly, Hollywood Studios is gaining restaurants and a theater — and we hear of a “Galactic Starcruiser” looming in the distance.

In case they haven’t heard it enough, our listeners, friends, and family are what keep us going through all of this. Thank you all so much for the love and support, and for letting us know you’re listening!

Episode Links

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IdSmYD_2B84

Credit: Jen Lewis on Twitter

https://www.wdwinfo.com/walt-disney-world/a-guide-to-riding-star-wars-rise-of-the-resistance/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/12/mickey-minnies-runaway-railway-set-to-open-march-4-2020-at-disneys-hollywood-studios/

https://https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/12/first-look-inside-remys-ratatouille-adventure-at-epcot/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/12/new-details-dates-revealed-for-upcoming-disney-parks-experiences-including-mickey-minnies-runaway-railway-star-wars-galactic-starcruiser/

hhttps://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/12/new-details-revealed-on-restaurants-coming-to-epcot-and-disneys-hollywood-studios/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/12/disneys-ducktales-world-showcase-adventure-announced-for-play-disney-parks-mobile-app-at-epcot/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/12/just-announced-mickey-shorts-theater-debuts-march-2020-in-disneys-hollywood-studios/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/12/star-wars-galactic-starcruiser-update-dec-2019/

Intro/Outro: https://scottholmesmusic.com

Episode 8: Our Ideas For Disney

Posted on December 11, 2019 by MouseEarsandWishes Disney Plus DisneyWorld EPCOT EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Holidays Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

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Episode 8 is here at last! We start by giving thanks to a listener. Following this, our brief Disney + update sparks a discussion on where Disney gets their ideas. In the news, we remark on a Star Wars item that may or may not currently be on the shelf in Hollywood Studios. Nearby, the new Star Wars ride is set to have its opening live-streamed. In the meantime, Disney faces an anti-trust complaint overseas as a chart-topping box office movie finds success. The episode is finalized with a brief review of what one might do in EPCOT this year, during the winter holiday season.

It can’t be stressed enough: we are so thankful for all of our listeners, (both new and returning). Your positive feedback and well wishes warms our hearts, and continues to inspire us on this journey.

Episode Links

https://wdwnt.com/2019/12/photos-[SPOILER]-display-pops-up-in-keystone-clothier-as-we-anxiously-await-the-arrival-of-[SPOILER]-merchandise/

https://wdwnt.com/2019/12/disney-parks-to-livestream-star-wars-rise-of-the-resistance-dedication-ceremony-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-on-december-4th/

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/disney-hit-anti-trust-complaint-south-korea-frozen-2-monopoly-1258631

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/11/foodie-guide-to-epcot-international-festival-of-the-holidays-2019/

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/epcot/holiday-cookie-stroll/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/11/new-2019-epcot-festival-of-the-holidays-merchandise-featuring-chip-n-dale-available-on-november-29/

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/epcot/candlelight-dinner-packages/

Intro/Outro: https://scottholmesmusic.com

Episode 7: No Spoilers, For Goodness’ Sake

Posted on December 3, 2019 by MouseEarsandWishes Disney Disney Plus DisneyWorld Holidays Magic Kingdom Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party Special Events

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We are back with Episode 7, and boy is it a doozy! To start, (in what we’re apparently still calling the Housekeeping section), we give an update on what we’ve now watched on Disney +, and also share our brief opinions on a movie we saw over the weekend. Up next, Epcot’s 4th annual (almost 40-day-long) Festival of the Arts starts in January, and boasts fun activities, Broadway musicians, and great food. The remainder of this week’s episode starts our December mini-series, where we explore how one might enjoy spending the winter holidays in each park. In this episode, Jenn paints a portrait of the sights and sounds of the Magic Kingdom in wintertime, and we review all the delectable treats the kingdom has to offer.

As always, to all of you; our friends and family, who continue to tune in every week, thank you for your continued support! We appreciate each of you, and are so glad you are giving us a listen!