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Episode 13: Diving Into the Unknown

Posted on January 16, 2020 by Disney DisneyWorld EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Movies Passholder Run Disney

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It’s the dawn of a new decade, and we can only imagine how much Disney awaits us in the years to come! We ring in the new year with an episode covering a lot of “Unknowns”! In the updates for our upcoming trips – we will experience both a new hotel, and new dining reservations. We then give our “hot” take on Frozen II – does it live up to the hype? Our news this week covers an interesting new dining experience coming to Epcot this winter, followed by a surprising new Run Disney announcement. The episode is concluded by discussing a event we have not gone to, (but wish we could); the International Festival of the Arts in Epcot.

To those we missed over the break, Happy New Year! And to everyone who has returned, thank you for listening — we’re glad you followed us into 2020, and are excited to see what the future has in store! May you be blessed with health, happiness, and as much Disney as you can get!

Episode Links

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2020/01/new-regal-eagle-smokehouse-coming-to-epcot-takes-its-inspiration-from-the-honorable-sam-eagle/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2020/01/rundisney-adds-more-magic-to-every-mile-by-introducing-club-rundisney/

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/epcot/epcot-international-festival-of-the-arts/?CMP=ILC-DPFY20Q1wo1107190064A#/drawer=drawerKeepsakes

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/epcot/epcot-international-festival-of-the-arts-culinary/

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/epcot/epcot-international-festival-of-the-arts-performing/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/11/2020-epcot-international-festival-of-the-arts-celebrates-visual-culinary-and-performing-arts-from-around-the-globe-at-walt-disney-world-resort/

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/epcot/epcot-international-festival-of-the-arts-visual/

https://wdwnt.com/2020/01/photos-new-artful-mickey-annual-passholder-magnet-revealed-for-epcot-international-festival-of-the-arts-2020/

Intro/Outro: https://scottholmesmusic.com

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The “Deconstructed Salad” (A.K.A. the Caesar Salad) at Narcoossee’s at the Grand Floridian

Episode 11: Our 2019 Favorites

Posted on January 3, 2020 by Disney DisneyWorld Flower & Garden Festival Garden Rocks! Movies

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Welcome, listeners, to episode 11! We’d like to wish you all a very happy Holiday Season! This week’s episode is a little shorter, but still packed with greatness! For news, we start by touching on what went well on-screen this year, and what was flopped. Then, we eagerly delve into the upcoming lineup for the “Garden Rocks” Concert series at the 2020 Flower & Garden Festival. After the news, with the holiday season in full effect, and the end of the year fast approaching, we wanted to take some time to recap some of our “favorites” from 2019.

Speaking of 2019 favorites; we’d like to give a big shout-out to all our followers, family, and friends! Thank you for supporting us in our passion, as we continue to share our Disney journey! 2019 has been a wonderful year, and we can’t wait to see what 2020 will bring!

Episode Links

https://www.cnn.com/2019/12/23/media/disney-2019-year-end/index.html

https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/star_wars_the_rise_of_skywalker#contentReviews

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/12/27th-epcot-international-flower-garden-festival-to-welcome-spring-with-new-garden-rocks-talent-topiaries-and-more-march-4-june-1-2/

Intro/Outro: https://scottholmesmusic.com

Episode 9: Entirely Too Much News!

Posted on December 20, 2019 by 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 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 6: Thanksgiving Dishes and New Years Wishes

Posted on November 26, 2019 by Animal Kingdom Disney DisneyWorld EPCOT Holidays Hollywood Studios Magic Kingdom New Years Special Events Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Thanksgiving Travel

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Wow! Episode 6 and counting – good to see all your friendly faces again! Housekeeping for this week brings a Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge topic out of the archives once again, followed by a quick update on what we watched first on Disney Plus! We then spend the proper amount of time introducing and discussing our favorite blogger, and agreeing with her opinions on everything. For the news, Disney announces some interesting and semi-affordable special event dining options to usher in the New Year. Finally, we consider the best places to enjoy a ‘Thanksgiving meal’ at Disney.

As is tradition at this point, a million thank yous to all who listen to our podcast! We are so happy to welcome you into our Disney family, while we share thoughts and laughter over the best topic ever!

Episode Links

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/hollywood-studios/docking-bay-7-food-and-cargo/menus/lunch-and-dinner/

https://www.glamour.com/story/its-not-weird-to-be-an-adult-woman-who-loves-disney

https://www.carlyewisel.com/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/11/disney-parks-blog-weekly-recap-new-details-for-2020-epcot-international-festival-of-the-arts-special-holiday-candy-guide-for-disneyland-resort-and-more/

Intro/Outro: https://scottholmesmusic.com

Episode 3: Food for Thought

Posted on November 4, 2019 by Animal Kingdom Disney DisneyWorld EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Special Events Star Tours - The Adventures Continue Travel

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Wonderful to see you all, again, thanks for lending us your ears! This week’s episode is a little longer: we just had SO much to talk about! We start with a little “housekeeping”; clearing up some things from last week’s episode, and looking to our trip on the horizon! Next, we voice our disapproval of the FuelRod debacle. Afterwards, our discussion turns to future updates to Star Tours in Hollywood Studios, and the return of a dining event to Animal Kingdom. The second half of the episode follows our take on some of the 2019 Food and Wine Festival booths, and wraps up with a story and request to all: Cast Members are people too — honor them with a Cast Compliment!

Thank you all, again, for your continued support! It means the world! Thanks for listening, we hope you enjoy!

Episode Links

https://wdwnt.com/2019/10/free-unlimited-swapping-at-fuelrod-kiosks-to-end-next-week-3-charger-swaps-coming-to-walt-disney-world/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/10/disney-parks-blog-weekly-recap-exciting-updates-to-star-tours-the-adventures-continue-halloween-foodie-finds-at-disney-springs-and-more/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/08/foodie-guide-to-the-2019-epcot-international-food-wine-festival/

Intro/Outro: https://scottholmesmusic.com

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Inside the Appleseed Orchard at the 2019 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
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