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Episode 14: The Beat on the Street

Posted on January 24, 2020 by DisneyLand Disneyland Lunar New Year Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

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We start off the episode this week with an ever-so-slight change to our episode format: from now on Housekeeping will be called Mice Chat! Also, Disneyland gets a little busier as their version of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opens. Disneyland is also celebrating the start of this year’s Lunar New Year event, for the Year of the “Mouse”! Lastly, this week we also start a new discussion series, where we will be taking an in-depth look at each land in each of the parks, starting with Main Street, U.S.A!

Episode Links

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2020/01/get-resistance-ready-for-star-wars-rise-of-the-resistance-launching-jan-17-at-disneyland-park/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2020/01/lunar-new-year-welcomes-year-of-the-mouse-starting-jan-17-at-disney-california-adventure-park/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2020/01/foodie-guide-to-lunar-new-year-2020-at-disney-california-adventure-park/

https://www.wdwinfo.com/disney-world/magic-kingdom/main-street-usa.htm

https://touringplans.com/magic-kingdom/showtimes/date/2020-01-15

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Episode 12: A New Disney Decade

Posted on January 10, 2020 by Disney Disney Plus DisneyWorld FastPass Hollywood Studios Movies New Years Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

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We are back with our final episode of 2019, where we instead flip the focus on upcoming 2020. For housekeeping, we have a small update to our April trip, and give a spoiler-free review of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. Our news items for 2020 include a potential FastPass Upcharge system to be rolled out alongside Disney’s trip planning application, some of the movies and shows coming to screens this year, and information regarding the Avenger’s Campus which is set to open this summer in Disney California Adventure. Our final 2019 show comes to a close with a discussion that focuses on some of our New Year’s “resolutions” (strictly Disney-related)!

Finally: we would be remiss if we didn’t take a moment to reflect on our year, and how far we’ve come in so short a time, and say THANK YOU to all the friends and family who have supported us on this endeavor! Your encouragement is always appreciated. Here’s to a great year, and another on the horizon. Happy New Year, everyone!

Episode Links

https://www.orlandoweekly.com/Blogs/archives/2019/12/31/the-long-rumored-upcharge-fastpass-program-at-wdw-looks-like-its-finally-about-to-launch

https://www.orlandoweekly.com/Blogs/archives/2019/02/05/disney-now-has-a-way-for-you-to-blow-12000-a-day-at-the-parks

https://www.theverge.com/2020/1/1/21045415/wandavision-release-date-2020-disney-plus-marvel-infinity-saga

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/12/disney-parks-blog-weekly-recap-disneyparkslive-streaming-new-years-eve-fireworks-at-walt-disney-world-resort-celebrating-at-the-parks-and-more/

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Episode 10: The Disney Holiday Wrap-Up

Posted on December 26, 2019 by Animal Kingdom Breaking News Disney DisneyWorld Hollywood Studios Jingle Bell Jingle BAM!

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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 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/

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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/

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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/

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Episode 4: Swooning Over Star Wars

Posted on November 11, 2019 by Disney DisneyLand DisneyWorld Hollywood Studios Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run Oga's Cantina Special Events Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Travel

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Hello, and welcome once again to our show! To make up for running over in last week’s episode, this week’s show is a little shorter! Our first bit of news is cause for celebration as a “bad call” mentioned last week gets reversed! Following this, we crack on with some “’tis the season”-al news, as well as briefly mention our F&WF experience in Disneyland. Rounding out the episode, we discuss our experience ‘not too long ago, in the state far far South’ — and how we were over the moon about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.

Finally, we really want to just say thank you, again, to everyone. It’s wonderful to know that there are so many of you out there who are interested in what we have to say! We hope you enjoy the show!

Episode Links

https://www.ocregister.com/2019/11/01/fuelrod-wont-move-forward-with-3-portable-charger-swapping-fee-at-disneyland-and-disney-world-disney-officials-say/

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/11/disney-parks-blog-weekly-recap-disneyparkslive-a-frozen-holiday-wish-castle-lightning-new-plant-based-dishes-now-available-at-walt-disney-world-resort-and-more/

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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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