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Even after decades of success, Walt Disney always wanted the world to remember that his entertainment empire was “all started by a mouse.” This episode chronicles Mickey’s influence on art and entertainment over the past nine decades and tells the story of his origin, rise to fame, and enduring world-wide appeal. The Walt Disney Family is presenting the special exhibition, Mickey Mouse: From Walt to the World now through January 6, 2020.
In Episode 58 of Dateline Mousetalgia, we talk tips for surviving this coming weekend’s D23 Expo, sharing past experiences and what we are excited for this year! All tickets have sold out for the Expo (including all single-day tickets!), and we look at the new reservation process for this year. In the parks, it may be only August, but Halloween merchandise has landed in full force! We also revisit the topic of new Haunted Mansion merchandise to look at even more items that were recently released during its 50th anniversary. This week’s episode also covers the summer-friendly Main Street Electrical Parade dining package available at the Plaza Inn, Lion King-themed treats in DCA in honor of the film’s 25th anniversary, and some noteworthy construction in Tomorrowland! Plus, it’s time for a Disney Drop segment, as we share a trip report from the Walt Disney Family Museum’s special exhibit, “Mickey Mouse: From Walt to the World”, and take a look at two more significant Disney-related events-- the 20th anniversary of Walt’s Barn in Los Angeles, and the Walt Disney Birthplace Restoration project in Chicago! Lastly, we discuss the upcoming release of a book about Galaxy’s Edge, and the date for the land’s opening at Walt Disney World!
Welcome to Episode 45 of Dateline Mousetalgia! In this week’s episode, we take a look at Grad Nite at Disneyland Resort and the progress on the Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind attraction on Pixar Pier in DCA! Sleeping Beauty castle has been mostly unveiled after a long period of refurbishment, and is looking rather striking! We’ll revisit the new Disney Flex Passport which was just made available, and look forward to the new “Mickey Mouse: From Walt to the World” special exhibit just opened at the Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco, CA. Plus, there’s a new Disney Parks Designer Collection of Mickey and Minnie ears that have just been announced. Of course, before wrapping up the show, we take a look at a few more Galaxy’s Edge updates!
It's a super(hero)-sized Mousetalgia this week as we explore three very different topics in the Disney universe. First, we welcome Chris Wing back to the show to report on the re-opening of the renovated and reimagined Phantom Manor at Disneyland Paris, and he talks about the changes in the new scenes and technology found in the European alternate to the Haunted Mansion. Then, we welcome artist/Imagineer Eric Robison back to Mousetalgia to talk about his new Mickey Mouse artwork that will be on display at the Walt Disney Family Museum in the upcoming exhibition "Mickey Mouse: From Walt to the World," which opens this week. Eric talks about his career and life with Mickey, and describes the effect that the mouse has had on his career. Finally, we welcome fan-favorite Tim Babb back to the show to join our spoiler-laden discussion of "Avengers: Endgame" and we talk about characters old and new, time travel, battle scenes and Throg. Plus - adventures in obtaining Galaxy's Edge reservations... and more!
The Walt Disney Family Museum is celebrating its tenth anniversary year, and Team Mousetalgia reports on the happenings that will be coming throughout the year. From a report on the museum's outreach efforts to an overview of the various events that will be coming in 2019, we cover it all. As a bonus, we'll listen to legendary Disney animator and historian Andreas Deja speak about the upcoming exhibit "Mickey Mouse: From Walt to the World," which he is curating for the museum, as well as some inspiring words from Sirron Norris, an artist commissioned by the museum to create an original work for the upcoming Mickey Mouse exhibition. Then, Jeff talks about another event at the Walt Disney Family Museum about Walt Disney's family in Chicago. Plus, romantic Disney songs, more on the search for Mickey Ice Cream Bars, and more information about the Magical Mousetalgia Meet Up at Disneyland on March 23-24. Find our more at facebook.com/mousetalgia