Ann and Demetri Ravanos are the Sibling Superstars of the White Dragon Podcast Network! Together, over the years, they've racked up countless Walt Disney World trips, and now they want to share their experience and expertise with you!
This is the last episode of the Extra Magic Hour. Find out why by listening.
Kat and Demetri talk about Marty Sklar's sad final public appearance, answer emails about sex, pirates and murder, and speculate on the future of the Carousel of Progress.
Demetri and Kat talk about Christmas in July at Disney Springs and the latest Dooney & Burke creations and David Mumpower stops by to talk about how Disney is turning into West World.
Kat and Demetri talk about new clothes and the sequel to PhotoPass Day. Plus they go blue sky dreaming for D23!
Demetri and Kat have a huge rumor round up this week including an idea for World Showcase that might revolutionize meet & greets! If you'd like to donate to St. Jude's hospital in honor of Demetri & Ann's Aunt Jo, you can go to http://events.stjude.org/joannaheard
Kat and Demetri discuss why you won't hear Donald Trump in the Hall of Presidents. You'll learn how much food WDW donates to homeless shelters each years. Plus, Demetri cusses!
Kat tells us about the latest rumors for Epcot's overhaul. We learn who really owns the houses in Golden Oak. We discuss the rookie mistakes to avoid on your first trip to WDW.
We'll tell you who may be moving into the Launch Bay. You'll learn that Kat has a potty mouth and we'll tell you why Disney moving towards more screen-based dark rides was inevitable.
Josh Taylor of Network 1901 and Modern Mouse Boutique joins us to talk about turning a love of Disney into a career. We take a look at the future of Magic Band technology. Plus, Kat introduces us to a new robot friend!
What is coming to Adventureland? What is Project D? How far away are we from the gondolas being operational? Demetri and Kat don't have the answers but it doesn't stop them from wildly speculating!
Demetri and Kat talk about Baby Groot's park debut, theorize what the Disney Parks would look like if Apple buys the company and give you all fair warning about new robots coming to the parks.
It's a short episode this week. Kat's gone. Demetri and Ann answer your emails, talk about the future of World Showcase and discuss what a world without lines might look like.
Kat and Demetri review the new March Magic designs and theme park writer Brian Kroznick joins us to talk about Disney's Society of Explorers and Adventurers.
This week the gang is all together to discuss Disney manicures, the latest gondola rumor that makes this seem like a reality and Demetri recaps his trip to WDW.
It's a slow news week, so Kat has updates on Express busses and more renovations for Liberty Square. Ann and Demetri discuss their favorite "People of the Park" experiences and give you a peak into how the rich and fabulous do Disney World.
Ann and Demetri discuss musicals in the Disney Parks, Kat explains why that gondola rumor is ridiculous and we all get excited for BB-8's WDW debut!
Kat and Demetri talk about that Rivers of Light video making the rounds, explain why a dip in attendance isn't the bad news some want you to believe, and speculate on a new home for Club Villain. Plus, author Dan Sisneros stops by to talk about his new book Disney Tale of the Tape: Theme Park Boxing.
The gang celebrates the demise of DisneyQuest, answer your emails and tell you what to watch the night before a Disney vacation begins.
Kat and Demetri get deep into WDW rumors. We discuss the future of your wallet, your tummy and Tomorrowland.
David Mumpower, author of Disney Demystified, joins Demetri to talk about the greatest themed land Disney didn't build. Kat tells us about another expensive culinary adventure, and we pay tribute to DHS's Kermit balloon.
Ugh! Finally a new episode. Ann and Demetri answer emails about snoring, and Kat tells you why there's no need to mourn the welcome show.
Ann and Demetri use Freeform's 25 Days of Christmas to build WDW's long rumored fifth gate, Kat speculates on the future of Rivers of Light, and there's talk of Christmas at Dollywood!
What did Imagineers teach George Lucas about movie making? What really happened to kill Jim Henson's initial sale of the Muppets to Disney? Why was Pandora such a problem for WDI? Former Imagineer and current themed entertainment critic Mark Eades joins Demetri for a chat about that and more this week.
The robot apocalypse is coming and when it gets here it will be Disney's fault! Ann and Demetri debate what robot attacks will look like at Disney World, Kat has news on Magic Band 2.0 and the gang debate the future of Epcot. Also, here's the link to see that Na'vi animatronic for yourself - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2016/11/first-look-the-navi-river-journey-shaman/
Kat tells us about the drones' invasion of Disney Springs, Demetri and Ann talk about what companies have changed the way we experience Disney and Ann shares secrets of the rich and famous' trips to the World.
Ann is back FINALLY! We find out if the TOT is really safe from a GOTG takeover, take a trip to a supernatural community right outside Orlando and talk about why now may be a good time to take a break from the parks.
Kat is back with a trip report, some gross news about the Swan, and stories from her friends that will make Demetri upset. Plus they play another round of Moral Obligation in which Demetri tells you what Disney could learn from Las Vegas.
The Dreamfinder himself Ron Schneider returns with more stories from his career in themed entertainment. He tells Demetri the role he played in the development of Halloween Horror Nights, how he became a problem for Canada, and what goes on backstage at the Monsters Inc Laugh Floor.
Demetri and Kat talk about Hurricane Matthew's effects on Disney World. They debate Disney's moral obligations in hypothetical situations. And that's kinda it.
Demetri and Kat talk about a new character coming to DHS and some old ones coming back. There's also an email that asks us to rank Disney modes of transportation and we tell you where not to spend money.
Demetri tells Kat about the greatest menu item in Food & Wine history. Josh Taylor from Network 1901 stops by to talk about their new miniseries The World That Never Was. Demetri bids a fond farewell to Typhoon Lagoon's Shark Reef.
Demetri and Kat discuss Jasmine's new look, weigh the value of food against new attractions, and speculate on why the Animal Kingdom may be rolling back night time hours.
More updates on Guardians of the Galaxy coming to Epcot from Kat. Demetri talks with MouseMingle.com creator Dave Tavres about how people are finding love through their love of Disney. Ann does very little.
Kat brings us news about the demise of Stitch, Ann tells us how Pixar broke her heart, and Demetri tells you how to manage your time and money for a runDisney race.
Kat and Demetri talk about the alleged termination of Joe Rohde, we resume planning DJ's vacation, and discuss just how valuable a Pluto pin is.
Kat officially joins the cast as our news girl! Ann and Demetri plan listener DJ's first ever trip to WDW and we go all Olympics on you.
Ann and Demetri record an abbreviated episode in a crappy hotel in Biloxi, MS and they've got a big announcement about the future of The Extra Magic Hour!
This week we dive deep into the movie we told you about last week The Further Adventures of Walt's Frozen Head. Director and writer Benjamin Lancaster and star Ron Schneider join Demetri to talk about the movie, Disney fandom and Ron's long history with the company.
Ann and Demetri list the best and worst things Disney World has ever done, talk about Disney's potential answer to Pokemon Go and sing the greatest hits of this year's Eat to the Beat lineup.
Ann and Demetri are back to discuss the Contemporary's over-priced and under-cool New Year's Eve event, Demetri's trip to Alaska on board the Disney Wonder, and why Sunshine Seasons is the best quick service meal on WDW property.
Ann and Demetri respond to an angry email or two, bring you behind the scenes for Soarin' Round the World's opening day, and talk about the newest addition to Universal Orlando.
Demetri and Kat talk frankly about the alligator attack at Grand Floridian, try to figure out how to spend a three day vacation without ever setting foot in a park, and give you information on how you can help victims of the Pulse nightclub shootings.
Ann is back to talk about the best restaurant on Disney property and the worst interaction with a CM she's ever had. Plus, Demetri sits down with Dark Side of Disney author Leonard Kinsey for a very family unfriendly conversation about WDW.
No again. No Kat either. It's Kevin Kessler sitting alongside Demetri. They talk about a cool new experience coming to hotel rooms from Floral & Gifts, conduct the first ever food draft, and discuss the future of Epcot.
Ann is out, so this week Kat joins Demetri to discuss the shopping mall feel of Disney Springs and Frozen's take over of Blizzard Beach. Demetri also sits down with Steve Bennett author of the Hidden Mickey field guides.
Ann and Demetri talk about Jonathan Taylor Thomas and what he can do to make Christmas extra magical at WDW, create sequels to your favorite rides, and discuss the fate of Liverlips McGraw in the modern music industry.
Ann and Demetri share stories about their Disney hating dad, celebrate Star Wars Day by talking Star Wars Land and discuss the past, present and future of Disney Jr. Live on Stage!
Ann and Demetri are back with an extended episode! There's emails, a trip report and the yard sale goes to DHS.
Ann and Demetri attend the first ever Magic Kingdom yard sale and take home some amazing treasures and they tell you what attractions waste your time at WDW.
Ann and Demetri are crazy obsessed with the Disney fan dating site Mouse Mingle and spend most of the end of the show talking about it. There is also discussion of Tom Staggs' sudden resignation with Kevin Kessler.
Ann and Demetri deliver the first annual Disney Draft to create the ultimate Disney theme park using every attraction and restaurant on WDW property.
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