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Let's talk Dis! A podcast dedicated to all things Disney. Learn the ins and outs of the magical world of Disney, as host Jeff Coviello and Disney Master Sandy chat about topics each week. Jeff Coviello is a media production teacher and media professional with over 15 years of production experience. A Disney Vacation Club owner for over a decade, Jeff and his family enjoy everything Disney has to offer from cruises to park visits. More information about Jeff can be found at www.JeffCoviello.com. Sandy Nussbaum-Giercyk is the owner of EZ Dis by Instant Impressions Travel Services, a Disney Earmarked Travel Agency. A woman business owner, she took her passion and made it daily life when opening the agency 16 years ago. Today, she leads a team of agents around the US offering no fee concierge planning to clients around the world. A true believer of the pixie dust of Disney, Sandy travels the World with Disney. The last 5 years of travel include: 47 trips to Walt Disney World, 11 Disney Cruises, a visit to Aulani, a visit to Disneyland Paris, 7 trips to Disneyland & 5 Adventures by Disney. Her first hand travel experience let's her clients benefit with amazing tips, tricks and savings. Nussbaum-Giercyk's personal mantra is "the greatest souvenir I ever bought, was the memories I made with my family.” Learn more about Sandy and the services she offers at ezdisez.com. Have a question or topic you would like us to talk about? Contact us at podcast@letstalkdis.com

Lets Talk Dis


    • May 28, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    #281 Disney's Hollywood Studios Shows

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 21:37


    #280 Disneyland's 70th

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 26:34


    #279 Summer 2025 in Walt Disney World

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 18:22


    #278 A Preview of Universal's Epic Universe

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 29:21


    #277 Snacking in EPCOT

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 24:17


    #276 Galapagos part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 33:45


    #257 Adventures by Disney - Galapagos

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 33:50


    #274 Adventures by Disney - The Amazon

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 35:04


    #273 Easter in Disney

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 19:53


    #272 Food of the Flower & Garden Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 19:08


    #271 Flower & Garden Festival Highlights

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 28:09


    #270 Splittsville

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 17:09


    #269 Disney Adventure Entertainment

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 20:12


    #268 What's happening at Disney's Boardwalk

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 23:51


    #267 Disney Run For a Cause

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 29:04


    #266 Ever Wonder How Big The Reach of Disney Intellectual Property Is?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 28:57


    Wonder how many things Disney owns and how many more characters or stories they have, the answers are endless. In Film & TV Studios Walt Disney Pictures – Includes films like Frozen, The Lion King, and Pirates of the Caribbean.Pixar Animation Studios – Known for Toy Story, Cars, Finding Nemo, Inside Out. |Marvel Studios – Rights to Marvel Cinematic Universe (Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, Black Panther), though some character rights are still partially shared with others (e.g., Spider-Man with Sony).   Lucasfilm – Rights to Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises. 20th Century Studios (formerly 20th Century Fox) – Rights to Avatar, Alien, The Simpsons, The X-Men (now integrated with Marvel), Deadpool. | Searchlight Pictures – Known for award-winning films like The Shape of Water and Nomadland.  Disney Television Studios (including):  ABC Signature FX Productions TV Networks  ABC – A major broadcast network.  (Ever notice how many game shows or talk shows have to Disclose their parent company is ABC after a giveaway or location shoot  Disney Channel – Family-focused TV network.   FX Networks – Known for shows like American Horror Story and The Bear.National Geographic – Includes both TV and publishing operations.  ESPN (80% ownership) – One of the largest sports networks globally. Streaming Services Disney+ – Streaming platform for Disney's IPs, including Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, and Disney films Hulu (majority ownership) – Streaming platform known for adult-focused TV shows and films. ESPN+ – Sports streaming service.Star+ (internationally, in some regions) – For mature Disney-owned content outside the U.S. Theme Parks & Resorts12 parks, 55 resorts and 7-13 ships Music & Theatrical Disney Music Group – Includes Walt Disney Records and Hollywood Records. | Disney Theatrical Productions – Known for Broadway adaptations like The Lion King, Aladdin, and Frozen.Acquired Franchises Star Wars (Lucasfilm acquisition in 2012)  Marvel Comics and Cinematic Universe (Marvel Entertainment acquisition in 2009)  |Avatar (20th Century Studios acquisition in 2019)  The Simpsons, Family Guy, and other Fox properties.  Intellectual Property & Brands Disney Princesses – Includes classic characters like Cinderella, Belle, and Mulan.  |Mickey Mouse & Friends – Iconic characters including Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy.  Pixar Characters – Includes Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and other beloved characters.  Marvel Heroes – Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, Spider-Man (shared with Sony), and many more. Star Wars Universe – Characters like Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, and The Mandalorian. Technology & Innovation  Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) – Visual effects company (under Lucasfilm

    #265 Disneyland 2025 Events

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 23:28


    Jeff and Sandy breakdown the incredible 2025 Disneyland events calendar.  So many thinks you won't want to miss. Lunar New Year Celebration January 17-February 168 Sweethearts Nights from January 21 - February 13Celebration of Gospel February 8 & 15Food & Wine Festival is February 28 to April 2190s Nites on March 4 & 6Season of Force from March 28 to May 11 plus 8 Star Wars Nights from April 8 to May 6Disneyland's 70th birthday celebration from May 16 to Summer 2026Pride Nights are June 16 & 1831 nights of Oogie Boogie Bash from August 17 to October 31 as well as a Halloween Time in the Parks from August 22 to October 31A Celebration of Coco celebrated August 22 to November 2The Holidays Begin Here! is November 14 to January 7 plus Festival of of Holiday November 14 to January 7Let our friends at ezdisez.com help you plan the vacation of a lifetime.

    #264 Epcot's Festival of the Arts 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 27:10


    #263 Hello and Goodbye 2024/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 27:28


    #262 Polynesian Island Tower

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 28:05


    #261 Disney Treasure Rooms & Entertainment

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 21:24


    #260 Candlelight Processional Throwback

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2024 20:26


    #259 Set Sail on the Disney Treasure (Part 1) Dining & Clubs

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 23:45


    Fresh off a preview sailing of the Disney Treasure, Sandy shares some of her favorite things....Start with the Grand Hall, where you are greeted by Jasmin, Aladdin and the Magic Lamp and look closely for Abu!  Meet the newest streetmosphere Sage and Coriander.  Head to the Haunted Mansion Parlor is not to be missed.  Hear about the secret drink menu.   Step into the  Skippers Society for a Hippopotomai Tai and many other classic favorites (think Trader Sam's Menu, minus the show).  Of course we share info on Jade Cricket Cafe, Heihei Cafe and Jumbeaux Sweets. Hear about the shows of the new Plaza de Coco dining and the amazing horchatas!It's time to set sail!#disneycruise #hosted #hauntedmansion #skippersociety

    #258 AbD New Zealand Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 30:20


    #257 AbD New Zealand - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 26:28


    #256 Mickeys Very Merry Christmas Party 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 23:58


    #255 Jollywood Nights

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 28:43


    #254 AbD New Zealand Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 24:49


    #253 Holidays that are only celebrate at Disney Parks - Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 23:58


    #252 Disney Cruise Line Adventure

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 33:33


    #251 Holidays at Universal Orlando

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 18:37


    #250 Le Cellier

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 18:59


    #249 Hurricane Season in Walt Disney World

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 24:11


    # 248 Halloween Outside of Walt Disney World

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 21:24


    #247 Holidays that are only celebrate at Disney Parks - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 21:37


    #246 Country Bear Musical Jamboree

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 17:08


    #245 Gaylord Palms

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 18:05


    #244 2024 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 29:22


    #243 Foodie Guides at Disney Parks (Part 1 - Spring and Summer )

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 25:35


    Disney is known for it's food but they are blowing it out of the park with all their unique holidays and specialty foods.  We are going to cover the almost 30 foodies guides  and that doesn't count festivals and parties! There are so many holidays and great options, we need 3 episodes to cover the whole year.    In this episode we talk about the treats for:- Flavors of Florida- Plaza de la Familia for Dia de los Muertos- Halloween Treats outside of the parties- World Princess Week- Dole Whip Day- 4th of July- Lion King Anniv- Pride Month- Mothers Day- Asian Amerian & Pacific Islands Heritage MonthIt's not all chicken fingers and burgers#greateats #themeparktreats #specialitydining

    #242 Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 27:16


    #241 D23 - New things coming to Disney Parks and Cruises

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 30:29


    Walt Disney   said that 'Disneyland will never be completed. It will continue to grow as long as there is imagination left in the world.There is an incredible amount of news of rides and shows coming to the parks.  Here about the new nighttime parade, Zootopia, Encanto, Cars and Indiana Jones additions coming to Walt Disney World.   Disneyland will see two new Avenger Campus rides, a Coco ride and more!Big Disney Cruise Line news....4 more ships are ordered bringing the fleet to 13!

    #240 Disney Destiny

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 24:21


    Hear all about this amazing new ship joining the Disney Cruise Line Fleet in November 2025.   Reservations begin September 6, 2024

    #239 RunDisney Races

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 28:45


    As referenced in the show, for anyone interested in a personalized training plan, reach out to Jeff's wife Erica at https://runfitstoked.com/

    #238 Disneyland Character Dining

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 15:39


    #237 Misconceptions about WDW

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 30:53


    #236 The New DVC Cabins at Fort Wilderness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 25:36


    As Walt said, [Disney] will continue to grow as long as there is imagination left in the world.   It's time for change and imagination again with the new Cabins at Fort Wilderness. The original cabins have been removed and new thoughtfully designed cabins have been built in their place.  Officially these are 1 bedroom villas with deluxe resort benefits that sleep up to 6.  They are the 18th Disney Vacation Club resort to be built. Hear all about the layout and which vacationers these cabins are perfect for.

    #235 Goodbye Genie+, Hello Lightning Lane Single and Multi Pass

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 21:40


    We say goodbye to an old ride reservation system and hello to a new one.  Welcome Hello Lightning Lane Single and Multi Pass as of July 24, 2024.   If this system seems  a bit dejavu, it is!  Hear what you can expect and how to make it work for you!

    #234 Communicore Hall and Plaza

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 20:00


    #233 Tiana's Bayou Adventure

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 24:56


    Sandy sits down to share her thoughts during the Tiana Bayou Adventure Preview.   Hear how to ride with virtual que, Genie+ or standby as well as anticipated changes to that process in the coming months.   Sandy talks about the Imagineer behind the design, working with locals from New Orleans to achieve the right feel.  She'll share information on 19 new audiomatronics and more!  If you are heading to Disney World, you will want to hear this or talk with Sandy directly at ezdisez.com

    #232 Disney's New Island - Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 27:20


    Fresh off the Inaugural Lighthouse Point Cruise, Sandy shares thoughts on this new island.  She'll give some comparisons to Castaway Cay and things to think about when visiting!

    #231 A Tribute to Richard Sherman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 23:52


    In this week's Let's Talk Dis, Jeff and Sandy honor the memory of Disney Legend Richard Sherman.  From his first hit song on the Mickey Mouse Club to two Worlds Fair hits with It's A Small World and It's a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow.  Sherman influenced many park attractions today.   The legacy is so incredible in 2009 a biography "The Boys" was produced about this dynamic duo.

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