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We're putting each other on the spot with a mix of honest confessions, impossible choices, and hot takes covering everything from ships and staterooms to dining, entertainment, private islands, and more. Is Castaway Cay still the ultimate private island, or is Lookout Cay making a serious case? Which onboard restaurant would we bring to land, and what Disney Cruise tradition do we think gets a little too much hype? Once a card is drawn, there's no backing out—we have to give a clear answer and defend it, even if it sparks a debate. While we've personally sailed the Disney Magic, Disney Wish and the Disney Destiny, this episode celebrates the entire Disney Cruise Line fleet. Whether you've sailed once, sailed them all, or are dreaming about your very first Disney cruise, you'll find plenty of fun conversations, surprising opinions, and maybe even a few ideas for planning your next adventure at sea. So grab your favorite tropical drink, settle into your deck chair, and play along with us. Would your answers match ours, or would you make completely different choices? There's only one way to find out!

Disney World and Universal Studios are not that far from each other.

In this week's episode, we go land by land at Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, and Epic Universe, to determine what in each land is untouchable, what needs some change, and what needs to just go at this point. Hence the name, The Great, Good, and The Ugly!Let us know what you think we got right, or wrong, in this episode by checking out our Discord channel! And if you like what you hear, and want more, check out patreon.com/wtmhpodcastSupport the show

A student at UCF raged at police officers for using the wrong pronoun, a tropical depression is churning near the Florida panhandle, Vice President JD Vance welcomed a fourth child, a supposed time traveler from 2045 makes some predictions, Spain wins the World Cup, 70 passengers rescued from the "Jimmy Fallon's Race Through New York" ride in Universal Studios, and a new way to shop for a partner while shopping for food...

On today's Disney podcast, we're continuing answering your questions! A few weeks ago we asked for questions from all of you about anything you wanted to know. From bucket list trips to Disney travel advice, these are our answers to all of your questions…Part 2…Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show. We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast. Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between! We can be found at www.addictedtothemouse.com and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com Please also connect with us here: Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/addictedtothemouse Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@AddictedtotheMouse Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AddictedtotheMouse/ Instagram – https://instagram.com/addictedtothemouse/ The post Everything You Wanted to Ask Addicted to the Mouse | Part 2 appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

Is this the best summer movie ever? I think so. Video Version: https://bit.ly/3R23oOD Today, we think of the movie “Jaws” as a blockbuster game-changer in movie history. But back in 1973-1975, it appeared to be the biggest financial disaster in cinema history to producing company Universal Studios and many Hollywood insiders. Directed by a talented, but inexperienced and unknown filmmaker, Steven Spielberg, it appeared to be a runaway train leading the studio to eventual bankruptcy. The initial shooting schedule swelled from 55 days to 159 days. And the budget soared from $3.5 million to $12 million. Almost everything went wrong. Spielberg, an age 24 TV director, had no idea what he was doing on a project of this massive scale. They started with no useable script and they spent $1.5 million on a mechanical shark that mostly didn't work while shooting. Also, there was drug and alcohol addiction among the major actors. How could the production of this movie possibly be worse? And yes, it eventually became the most successful film of all time to that date – BUT HOW THE HECK DID THAT HAPPEN? We tell you the REAL story behind the scenes. This is a replay from 2025. Our music is composed, preformed and produced by the genius John Hoekstra. You Tube https://shorturl.at/i1Q8h SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/user-363005792 Longtime actors for the pod join us for the cold open. Leonardo from Manhattan – please look up his podcast: arrivealivepodcast.com. And my co-host, Anuradha. Find here Instagram accounts: @anuradhaduz_food and @artist_anuradhachhibber. Find us on Patreon at patreon.com/ScandalSheet with bonus content for premium subscribers. We'd love to have your generous support for only the price of one Starbuck's coffee per month. Also, please reach out to us at scandalsheetpod@gmail.com, find us on Facebook as 'Scandal Sheet' or on X at @scandal_sheet. We'd love to hear from you!

The field has been narrowed from eleven pavilions to just four, and now it's time to crown a champion in the final episode of the Main Street Magic EPCOT World Showcase Cup! After surviving the play-in round and quarterfinals, the remaining pavilions enter the Final Four with everything on the line. We'll once again compare each matchup across food, drinks, attractions, immersion, shopping, hangout factor, hidden details, festival presence, and overall experience—but at this stage, every decision feels tougher than ever. The two semifinal winners will advance to the championship match, where we'll take one final look at what makes each pavilion special and decide which one truly deserves to lift the Cup.  Then, after three episodes, multiple upsets, and plenty of tough calls, only one pavilion remains standing. Which pavilion survives the Final Four? Who reaches the championship match? And which World Showcase country is crowned the first-ever Main Street Magic EPCOT World Showcase Cup champion? Grab your bracket at https://www.patreon.com/wonderlandcrew/posts/main-street-cup-163717533, see whether your picks are still alive, and join us as we finish the tournament and crown the ultimate EPCOT pavilion!

We are diving into the absolute chaos in West Hollywood after a water main break turned the streets into a Universal Studios movie set!

On today's Disney podcast, we're answering your questions! A few weeks ago we asked for questions from all of you about anything you wanted to know. From vacation advice and Disney tips to moving to Orlando and owning a travel agency, these are our answers to all of your questions…Part 1…Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show. We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast. Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between! We can be found at www.addictedtothemouse.com and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com Please also connect with us here: Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/addictedtothemouse Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@AddictedtotheMouse Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AddictedtotheMouse/ Instagram – https://instagram.com/addictedtothemouse/ The post Everything You Wanted to Ask Addicted to the Mouse | Part 1 appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

Our first Universal Studios Beijing visit in 2024 was anything but ideal. We're happy to report our 2026 visit was a lot more pleasant. Let's discuss the improvements and our most recent experience at the Chinese Universal resort!

A very merry un-birthday to Bay and Laura, but a happy real birthday to Julie DePew! Julie joins West of Wonderland again to tell some truly beautiful transformation tales that, yes, made everybody cry with happiness, resonance and joy. Tale One takes place across Universal Studios, Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure. Tale Two takes us back in time to Dueling Dragons. You won't want to miss either. Also, what were Julie's birthday cakes? WE NEED TO KNOW! https://westofwonderlandconsulting.com/the-most-magical-business-retreat-on-earth/   

Join Attractions Magazine contributing writers and correspondents as they bring you news and discussion about all things themed entertainment and parks, including Disney, Universal Studios and beyond on The Attractions Podcast. Topics of conversation on this week's episode of The Attractions Podcast: ‘Star Wars: The Experience' arrives in 2027 with more than 70 artifacts ‘Resident Evil' at Universal Horror Unleashed: puzzles, zombies and Nemesis await DC Heroes & Villains Fest makes its Six Flags Over Georgia debut Universal Nights coming to Epic Universe this October with rides, entertainment, and snacks The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are those of the hosts and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the producers, Dream Together Media LLC, or staff.

In this show, the LTP discusses the relationship between Disneyland and America...plus, we talk about Universal Studios Hollywood...Plus the latest park news!

With Moana coming out this past week, we decided to release our rankings of Disney live action remakes. With the likes of Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, Pinocchio, and more, listen in and see where your rankings compare to our teams!Enjoy the show!Remember, if you like what you hear, and want to become a part of our Magic Mafia family, make sure to check out patreon.com/wtmhpodcast and join today!Support the show

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are covering everything we are about to experience as we head to Egypt for our 9-night Adventures by Disney trip. From getting up close and personal with the Sphinx to a private, after-hours tour of the Great Pyramid of Giza, this is going to be a trip we will never forget. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show. We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast. Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between! We can be found at www.addictedtothemouse.com and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com Please also connect with us here: Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/addictedtothemouse Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@AddictedtotheMouse Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AddictedtotheMouse/ Instagram – https://instagram.com/addictedtothemouse/ The post Unlocking the Ancients: Our Egypt Adventures by Disney Pre-Trip Report appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

A pair of vintage Disneyland postcards leads to an unexpected detour into television history in this episode of Sent from Disneyland. A 1976 postcard featuring the Disneyland Railroad reveals that its sender attended one of the very first tapings of ABC's short-lived game show Hot Seat, prompting a look at the unusual lie-detector-based competition, why it struggled to find an audience, and how it was overshadowed by the debut of Family Feud. The second postcard, featuring the Mark Twain Riverboat cruising past Cascade Peak, continues the story with the rise and fall of Hot Seat—from its unique gameplay and grand prizes to the reasons it disappeared after only 75 episodes. Along the way, we revisit Disneyland during America's Bicentennial, including summer crowds, weather, and the classic Southern California vacation itinerary that combined Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, Universal Studios, and a drive up California's scenic Highway 101. To close the episode, an incoming postcard from the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance shares a day spent with koalas, elephants, giraffes, and pandas, sparking a conversation about summer travel, Southern California weather, and how a simple postcard can preserve memories that research alone never could. From Disneyland railroads and riverboats to forgotten television history and memorable road trips, this episode uncovers another surprising story hidden in the mailbox. Below are some of the regulars on Art Throw Down, Follow all of them on Instagram anyway for great art and postcards in your Instagram feed: Hipstadufus, luluvision, jlynch9923, greenmosspaper, georgemailsart, state_of_the_funyun, RussRomano2021

Welcome to the Main Street Magic EPCOT World Showcase Cup! In this special tournament series, we're putting all 11 World Showcase pavilions head-to-head in a single-elimination bracket to determine, once and for all, which pavilion deserves to be crowned the ultimate EPCOT champion. Before the competition begins, we explain exactly how the tournament was created. Using AI analysis, rankings and opinions from some of the most trusted Disney fan sites, and our own experiences after countless visits to EPCOT, we seeded each pavilion into the bracket based on six major categories: Food, Drinks, Attractions, Immersion, Shopping, and Hangout Factor. But once the tournament starts, the seeds no longer matter—every matchup is decided one category at a time, with the winner advancing and the loser going home. After introducing the rules and revealing the full bracket, it's time for the opening play-in round. Three exciting matchups kick off the tournament as lower-seeded pavilions battle for the chance to face the top contenders waiting later in the bracket. Every debate is filled with tough decisions, surprising opinions, and plenty of Disney discussion as we compare everything from signature restaurants and iconic snacks to rides, entertainment, architecture, hidden details, and festival offerings. Who earns the first victories? Which pavilion pulls off an upset? And which favorites are waiting for their chance to enter the tournament? Welcome to the Main Street Magic EPCOT World Showcase Cup!

The Sox Nerd joins us weekly with trivia nuggets and tidbits, but this week he gets a whole episode because Chris is standing in a 160 minute line for a ride in Disney and/or Universal Studios. Lanuti gets 2 minutes of thrills for his troubles and you get more than 30 Minutes of Sox right here and now! Next show from Disney. Should be a banger! Video version on YouTube! Brought to you by Hayat Home Medical Equipment. Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox in a podcast "For Fans, By Fans!" Listen. Subscribe. Share. SUBSCRIBE NOW​ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SoxInTheBasement.com!

On today’s Disney podcast, we are tackling a subject that has been more difficult in past years: Breakfast. From the best theme park quick-service options to the top sit-down experiences where you can meet characters while you dine, these are our favorite breakfasts across Disney World property. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show. We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast. Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between! We can be found at www.addictedtothemouse.com and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com Please also connect with us here: Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/addictedtothemouse Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@AddictedtotheMouse Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AddictedtotheMouse/ Instagram – https://instagram.com/addictedtothemouse/ The post Fueling the Magic: Our Favorite Disney World Breakfasts appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

We're wrapping up an unforgettable Fourth of July weekend at Walt Disney World with plenty of food, fireworks, resort updates, and a few surprises along the way. We kick things off by giving shoutouts to some amazing members of the Main Street Magic community we had the chance to meet before diving into the latest changes around Disney's Polynesian Village Resort—including an update to Wailulu Bar & Grill's menu and the unexpected reason Disney has eliminated zero-proof cocktails across its owned restaurants. From there, we eat our way through the weekend with breakfast at Steakhouse 71, featuring Walt's Prime Rib Hash, seasonal pancakes, a build-your-own omelet, and some must-order sides before heading poolside to Barefoot Pool Bar for refreshing drinks and spicy honey pork wings. We also stop by Trader Sam's Grog Grotto to sample several appetizers and then chat about finishing the trip at Tambu Lounge with a couple of classic favorites. Along the way, we share our thoughts on the new Disney Springs bus procedures, recap what it's like spending Independence Day at Disney's Polynesian Resort, and discuss everything from fireworks to crowd levels to whether this holiday weekend is worth experiencing for yourself. Whether you're planning your next Walt Disney World vacation, looking for honest Disney dining reviews, or just want to spend some time hanging out with us, this episode is packed with food, fun, Disney updates, and plenty of holiday magic.

With the uncertainty of a corporate shake up looming, the parks division is opening a new kids' theme park, beginning major construction on their first UK park, and trying to pump up capacity at Epic in Orlando. We discuss our thoughts on these projects, and what the heck may be going on at Comcast, in this whirlwind of an episode. Related Links Universal Kids Now Open: https://diservations.com/universal-kids-resort-review-our-first-visits-inside-friscos-new-theme-park/ Universal UK Name Announced: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/universals-uk-park-has-a-name-universal-united-kingdom-resort/ Comcast/NBCUniversal Split: https://corporate.comcast.com/press/releases/comcast-announces-plans-to-separate-media-and-technology-businesses-into-two-leading-public-companies Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

Join Attractions Magazine contributing writers and correspondents as they bring you news and discussion about all things themed entertainment and parks, including Disney, Universal Studios and beyond on The Attractions Podcast. Topics of conversation on this week's episode of The Attractions Podcast: Pokémon fun coming to Legoland Florida, California and New York Dollywood launches first-ever Harvey's Boo Bash for three event nights only Superman flying coaster and Lex Luthor ride coming to Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Evel Knievel Experience turns America's greatest daredevil into a Las Vegas attraction ANNOUNCED: First-ever ‘Hellraiser' haunted house coming to both Halloween Horror Nights events The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are those of the hosts and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the producers, Dream Together Media LLC, or staff.

Join us in another episode of Mad Chatters, where we discuss anything and everything when it comes to Disney, Universal, and more.Have topics that you want us to talk about? Make sure to join us at patreon.com/wtmhpodcast Also, make sure to check out our Discord!Enjoy the Show!Support the show

Today, we are heading over to Universal Orlando Resort for the ultimate in bougieness. We are talking all about our recent experience taking a Private VIP Tour at Universal’s two original parks here in Orlando: Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida. We’re also talking about all of the ways you can have a VIP experience and what each entails, from private to non-private options. If you’ve ever been curious about how to see and do the most things possible in the shortest amount of time, this is it. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show. We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast. Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between! We can be found at www.addictedtothemouse.com and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com Please also connect with us here: Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/addictedtothemouse Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@AddictedtotheMouse Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AddictedtotheMouse/ Instagram – https://instagram.com/addictedtothemouse/ The post Universal Orlando VIP Tours: Is the Ultimate Upgrade Worth It? appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

On today's Disney podcast, we are looking back to five years ago when we quit our full-time W2 jobs, started a travel agency (in the middle of COVID), and moved to Orlando to be next to Walt Disney World. From how we did it to the pros and cons of living here, we are covering everything we can about this process and how it has gone since we got here. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show. We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast. Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between! We can be found at www.addictedtothemouse.com and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com Please also connect with us here: Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/addictedtothemouse Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@AddictedtotheMouse Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AddictedtotheMouse/ Instagram – https://instagram.com/addictedtothemouse/ The post 5 Years Later – The Reality of Quitting Your Job, Moving to Orlando, and Chasing the Disney Dream appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

What does getting a fast pass at Universal Studios have to do with building a business? More than you'd think. This week Dana sits down with Presilah Nunez Davis, founder of The Finer Points, a coaching practice built at the intersection of performance psychology, neuroscience, and modern etiquette. Presilah spent over a decade as a working actor before motherhood shifted her focus, and she now teaches the exact skills, presence, eye contact, recovering from mistakes gracefully, that separate the person who commands a room from the person who shrinks in it. This conversation will change how you think about what you're teaching your kids, and what you never got taught yourself. You'll hear: Why "etiquette" is really just the hyper-awareness of the feelings of others The 2 a.m. Instagram scroll that turned into an entire business Why Dana teaches her kids to "ask for the ketchup," and what that has to do with pricing your work The "know your zero" framework for understanding your own natural presence The acting class critique that reframed everything Presilah teaches about perfectionism Why "the fourth grader is king" and imperfection is what actually builds connection Five simple ways to start building confidence in your kids today This is for any mom who wants her kids (and honestly, herself) to walk into a room and stay in it. Mentioned in this episode: Presilah on Instagram: instagram.com/presilah The Finer Points: discoverthefinerpoints.com BossMom Community (free): bossmom.com/community BossMom+: bossmom.com/join

The squad navigates an explosive Homie Helpline where a listener's girlfriend "nuked" his entire high school group chat by air-dropping a "Most Valuable Belona" award show to all the other girlfriends. Between the relationship drama, we break down Lonzo Ball exposing his dad's divorce lies and debate if LeBron James deserves a Laker statue now that he's officially leaving LA.

Fireworks safety tips, Universal Studios' viral Yoshi song and its made-up lyrics, generational songs that get stuck in your head, Bill Oliver's last day at Bryan Broadcasting, and Jokes with Will — plus the latest news and sports. 

The Star Fox team is finally BACK after 10 long years and GVG's own Daniel Alba joins this week to give our impressions on the N64 remake. To be quite frank, we're blown away at the amount of heart, polish, technical prowess, and sheer content that is in this new version of the classic Star Fox 64 that we just had to talk about it, along with our thoughts on the surprisingly fun online multiplayer mode and what we see for the future of the series now that Velan Studios has proven their meddle. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as a HUGE price tag for the upcoming Steam Machine (along with a price hike for the Xbox Series X), a new screen potentially coming to a second version of the Switch 2, rumors around the Nintendo theme parks at Universal Studios and much more. As always, we close with the games we've been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:07 News & Rumors 0:40:25 Star Fox Impressions 1:33:30 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: https://www.switchheadz.com/ Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SwitchHeadzClips 

We're recapping another food-filled weekend at Walt Disney World and beyond as we take you through every meal, snack, and dining experience from our latest trip. Over the course of just 48 hours, we visited seven different dining locations, ranging from Disney quick service favorites and signature dining to a brand-new off-property brunch spot that completely impressed us. We kick things off with lunch at Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge before heading to Disney Springs for dinner at House of Blues. We make a stop at Golden Oak Outpost to try the new Banana Caramel Beignets, revisit Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Cafe, and enjoy dinner at Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood atop Disney's Coronado Springs Resort. We also venture outside the Disney bubble to experience brunch at Harlow Grove in Winter Park, a beautiful new restaurant that quickly earned a spot on our list of must-visit dining destinations. As always, we're sharing exactly what we ordered, our honest thoughts on each dish, what surprised us the most, what we'd definitely order again, and whether each location is worth adding to your next Walt Disney World vacation itinerary.  Whether you're planning your next Disney vacation, looking for new restaurants to try, or simply enjoy hearing honest Disney dining reviews, this episode is packed with plenty of delicious conversation, helpful recommendations, and a few unexpected favorites that might just inspire your next meal. Grab a snack and join us as we break down one of our tastiest weekends yet!

Join Attractions Magazine contributing writers and correspondents as they bring you news and discussion about all things themed entertainment and parks, including Disney, Universal Studios and beyond on The Attractions Podcast. Topics of conversation on this week's episode of The Attractions Podcast: Comcast announces NBCUniversal spinoff; what it means for Universal theme parks Walt Disney World Christmas holiday season expands for 2026 Disney World's iconic Grand Floridian gingerbread house holiday display is gone A life-size replica of Peter Parker's apartment is coming to New York City Madlands: Caged Cannibals haunted house for Halloween Horror Nights 35 (2026) ‘Cybergoria' house sends guests into a frozen future ruled by machines for Universal Halloween Horror Nights 35 (2026) H.R. Bloodengutz returns to Halloween Horror Nights 2026 – first house in 15 years The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are those of the hosts and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the producers, Dream Together Media LLC, or staff.

Michigan lawmakers voted unanimously to make it easier for kids to run lemonade stands by exempting qualifying child-run beverage stands from permits, licenses, and fees. Supporters say it protects a classic childhood entrepreneurial activity and removes unnecessary regulation from businesses earning less than $5,000 per year. Comcast is breaking itself into two standalone public companies: one focused on internet and wireless connectivity, and another built around NBCUniversal, Peacock, Universal Studios, theme parks, and Sky. Wall Street welcomed the move because investors believe the two businesses may perform better—and be valued more highly—on their own. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michigan lawmakers voted unanimously to make it easier for kids to run lemonade stands by exempting qualifying child-run beverage stands from permits, licenses, and fees. Supporters say it protects a classic childhood entrepreneurial activity and removes unnecessary regulation from businesses earning less than $5,000 per year. Comcast is breaking itself into two standalone public companies: one focused on internet and wireless connectivity, and another built around NBCUniversal, Peacock, Universal Studios, theme parks, and Sky. Wall Street welcomed the move because investors believe the two businesses may perform better—and be valued more highly—on their own. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the money you're already spending to run your family photography business could also fund your next family vacation? In this episode, I'm sitting down with travel points coach Megan Lanford of Points Too Paradise to break down the actual system behind earning and using credit card points for free travel. I also put Megan on the spot and have her walk me through planning my son's birthday trip to Universal Studios Orlando using points.Megan went from barely affording one family vacation a year to taking seven vacations annually, saving over $30,000 on travel (and it's continuing to grow too!)She now teaches moms and business owners how to turn their everyday spending into dream vacations through her course and membership, the Travel Points Academy.What you'll hear in this episodeThe step-by-step system behind earning travel points (it starts with one card and your existing expenses)Why you should stop using your debit card and what to use insteadHow signup bonuses work and why they're worth way more than earning points on everyday spending aloneA live walkthrough of how I'm planning a trip to Universal Studios for my son's 4th birthday using pointsHow Megan's student Dara booked flights to Ireland and Germany within two months of startingThe one free app that keeps Megan organized across 30 credit cardsHow to use points for conference travel (Megan flew to a Florida conference for $22.40)Why your points are losing value the longer they sit unusedWhat a realistic 15-minutes-a-week version of this system looks likeResources & Links Mentioned In This Episode▸ Read the full blog post that goes with this episode (that way, you get all the links mentioned): https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/travel-points-system/▸ The Family Photographer's Marketing Society: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/the-family-photographers-marketing-society▸ Grab the FREE Family Photographers Marketing Trends Report: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/family-photography-marketing-trends▸ Apply HERE to work with me to be your 1:1 marketer for your family photography business!Connect with Megan

On today's Disney podcast, we asked AI to give us the 50 most controversial Disney World Hot Takes on the internet right now and, wow… From overrated rides to financial disaster, we’ve got some doozies to get through. What hot takes do you agree with and which ones are you completely against? Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show. We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast. Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between! We can be found at www.addictedtothemouse.com and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com Please also connect with us here: Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/addictedtothemouse Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@AddictedtotheMouse Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AddictedtotheMouse/ Instagram – https://instagram.com/addictedtothemouse/ The post Disney World Hot Takes…Which Side Are You On? appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

What would the ultimate Walt Disney World resort look like if we could mix and match the best features from every Disney resort? In this episode, we're taking on the ultimate Disney Resort Draft Challenge to find out. Using a snake draft format, we each build our dream resort by selecting from categories including location, overall theme, lobby, standard room, pool, quick service restaurant, table service restaurant, lounge, transportation, and recreation. But there are plenty of twists along the way. We each receive a one-time Steal Card that can completely change the outcome of the draft, while a randomly assigned Forced Pick means every resort—even Value and Moderate resorts—has a chance to shine. To keep things balanced, we're also required to include at least one Value Resort selection and one Moderate Resort selection in our final resort. Throughout the draft, we explain the reasoning behind every pick, debate what makes each resort element special, and do our best to convince each other—and you—that our choices create the ultimate Disney vacation destination. Whether you're dreaming about your next stay, planning a future trip, or simply love talking Disney resorts, this episode is packed with strategy, friendly competition, Disney debates, and plenty of opportunities to play along and decide whose resort you'd book first.

PHP Podcast – June 25, 2026 Hosts: Eric Van Johnson & John Congdon Eric and John are back. Sara and Holly did a better job. Eric’s computer still hates him. Eric’s Connectivity Saga: A Possible Resolution For weeks, Eric has been dealing with a maddening streaming issue — he could see and hear everyone, but nobody could hear or see him. It only happened during Zoom, Slack huddles, and Restream sessions. No one could explain it, including Eric. The apparent fix came by accident: while helping his kid troubleshoot a similar issue, Eric pulled up his own DNS settings and discovered they were only pointing to his router with no upstream fallback. He manually added Google’s 8.8.8.8 and Cloudflare’s 1.1.1.1 — and for the first time in weeks, had zero issues all week. Does DNS explain streaming dropouts? Almost certainly not. Does it appear to have fixed it? So far, yes. Computers are stupid. Eric needs to retire and open a landscaping business. Two Weeks Off: Road Trip, Pittsburgh, and a Graduation John took the family on a road trip that included national park hikes, biking across the Golden Gate Bridge, and a swing through Universal Studios. Eric headed to Pittsburgh, technically West Virginia, for his niece’s high school graduation. Eric came away impressed with how much Pittsburgh has changed: what was once a gritty steel city has quietly become a genuinely beautiful place. He’s half-serious about looking at it as a future PHP Tek location. Sara and Holly: The Better Hosts Eric and John opened with a heartfelt thank-you to Sara Golemon and Holly Schilling for covering the last two weeks. John’s take: Sara and Holly showed up with documents, had a plan, and ran a tighter show. He’s joking about handing over the keys — mostly. PHP Architect Takes Over Laravel Magazine Here’s the announcement Eric was teasing before the break: PHP Architect has taken over the Laravel Magazine brand. It was originally a Statamic, which Eric rebuilt from scratch over the past couple of weeks. No plans to create a print magazine — it will remain a web-only publication. Eric is thinking about opening it to outside contributors, and there’s a real possibility of a dedicated Laravel column eventually appearing in the PHP Architect magazine. The new consulting section Eric built for the site looks sharp enough that John immediately pointed out it looks better than what’s currently on phparch.com. Foam Burner Feature: Proof of Concept Wars John got a big feature in Foam Burner across the finish line — or at least mostly across — recorded a screencast, and sent it off to the people who care. The immediate response: a list of compliance concerns and edge cases. This is a proof of concept. John is sympathetic, having just had to tell Eric the same thing about Laravel Magazine. The cycle of building something you’re proud of and then having someone find the things that aren’t done yet is a universal developer experience. Code Review in the Age of AI — What’s the Point? John is in a strange spot: he’s doing careful code review on pull requests written entirely by Claude, submitted by non-developers. His detailed, educational feedback — the kind meant to help a developer understand why something was done a particular way — is just being fed back into Claude to generate revisions. Nobody’s learning anything. An incident during his vacation reinforced why the reviews matter: someone deployed AI-generated code that wasn’t well reviewed, it broke overnight, and the team had to revert it the next morning. His position: keep reviewing, even if the audience is an AI. But the nature of what you’re reviewing for has to change — you’re no longer nurturing a developer; you’re being a gate. Eric’s broader point: if you’re a developer who cares about the craft, don’t let AI make you lazy. Learn from how it implements things. Ask it why. The thing that will differentiate developers when AI really matures is genuine understanding of what the code is doing — and that only comes from staying curious. PHP Generics RFC — Closed The Generics RFC was shut down while Eric and John were away, and Eric is genuinely disappointed. The proposal was for syntax-only generics: type annotations that static analyzers could read but that would be stripped at the opcode level, meaning no runtime performance impact. The goal was to standardize the generics syntax so PHPStan, Psalm, and other tools all read it the same way — right now they each implement their own dialect. Sara voted no (she explained her reasoning in the June 17 episode). Joe abstained. Whether an active abstain requires a deliberate action or is the default for a non-vote is apparently still a matter of some debate. PHP Tek 2026 Talks Now on PHP Tech TV Talks from PHP Tek 2026 are being uploaded to phptech.tv. Subscribers can watch the full library. Several speakers have given permission to make their talks free, and Ben Ramsey’s is one of them. John also added video progress tracking to the platform — it now remembers how far into a video you’ve watched. This Week in PHP Internals (Artisan Build) While looking for a PHP Internals podcast that Nuno appears to have started (possibly in connection with the PHP Foundation after PHPverse), Eric stumbled on a different show: This Week in PHP Internals, hosted on the Artisan Build site, with four episodes out. Eric doesn’t know who runs it but says it’s good — short, focused, and gets to the point. He’s also still looking for confirmation on what exactly Nuno’s new podcast is and who it’s for. For reference: the original PHP Internals podcast was Derick Rethans’ show, which he hasn’t updated in four or five years. The ecosystem growing new shows is a good sign. PHP Friends RFC — Under Discussion John has been watching the friends RFC, currently in the discussion phase. The idea: a class can explicitly declare another class as a “friend,” granting it access to private properties without requiring inheritance. The canonical use case is a builder pattern — a UserBuilder that needs to set private fields on User without a thousand public setters, and without making those fields non-private. Holly, in chat, noted that the friend model is a special case of a “surfaces” model she proposed a few years back. She also shared that Swift doesn’t have protected at all (just public and private) — something she initially found frustrating but has come to appreciate. Eric admits he’s been guilty of abusing inheritance over the years and is more thoughtful about it now. The RFC is still under discussion; no vote yet. Eric Drops PHPStorm — Falls Back in Love with Vim Eric canceled his JetBrains All Products subscription. Not because there’s anything wrong with PHPStorm — he’s explicit about that — but because he’s been doing so much work via Claude Code and making only targeted, smaller changes himself that the license fee no longer made sense. His replacement workflow: VS Code for some things, Vim for others. The Vim part was supposed to be supplemental. Instead, his terminal has taken over: it went from a panel alongside PHPStorm to taking up two-thirds of his screen to now living on its own separate virtual desktop. He’s running Spotify in the terminal. He briefly ran Slack in the terminal. He uses Tmux religiously. “I have problems,” he acknowledged. He would not take this back. Links from the show: Laravel Magazine — Now under PHP Architect PHP Tech TV — PHP Tek 2026 talks now uploading PHP RFC Wiki — All RFCs under discussion PHP Tek 2027 — April 27–29 (phptek.io) PHP Architect Discord Host: Eric Van Johnson X: @shocm Mastodon: @eric@phparch.social Bluesky: @ericvanjohnson.bsky.social PHPArch.me: @eric John Congdon X: @johncongdon Mastodon: @john@phparch.social Bluesky: @johncongdon.bsky.social PHPArch.me: @john Streams: Youtube Channel Twitch Connect & Hire PHP Architect Website Twitter/X Mastodon Hire PHP Developers Looking to hire PHP developers? Email support@phparch.com – Joe and the team are available for consulting, infrastructure work, Ansible playbooks, and code review. Partner This podcast is made a little better thanks to our partners Displace Infrastructure Management, Simplified Automate Kubernetes deployments across any cloud provider or bare metal with a single command. Deploy, manage, and scale your infrastructure with ease. https://displace.tech/ PHPScore Put Your Technical Debt on Autopay with PHPScore CodeRabbit Cut code review time & bugs in half instantly with CodeRabbit. Music Provided by Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Join Us Live Next Week Youtube Channel Got feedback? Join us on Discord at discord.phparch.com The post The PHP Podcast 2026.06.25 appeared first on PHP Architect.

It’s almost July and if you’re a Disney World fan, you know what that means. On today's podcast, we are covering everything coming to Walt Disney World for the Holidays this year in November and December. From Festival of the Holidays and Jollywood Nights to package discounts and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, this is everything you need to know if you’re coming to Disney World for the Christmas season. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show. We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast. Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between! We can be found at www.addictedtothemouse.com and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com Please also connect with us here: Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/addictedtothemouse Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@AddictedtotheMouse Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AddictedtotheMouse/ Instagram – https://instagram.com/addictedtothemouse/ The post Halfway to the Holidays: Your Ultimate Disney World Preview appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

We recap an incredibly food-focused weekend at Walt Disney World, where we made our way through Disney Springs, EPCOT, Disney's Animal Kingdom, Port Orleans Riverside, and several resort dining locations in search of some of the newest and most talked-about menu items. We share our thoughts on everything from Italian favorites at Terralina Crafted Italian and massive cookies from Gideon's Bakehouse to specialty pizzas at Pizza Ponte, unique ice cream flavors at Salt & Straw, and the limited-time Pepperoni Pizza Burger from D-Luxe Burger. Along the way, we also sample Fourth of July-themed treats, Annual Passholder-exclusive Joffrey's beverages, and several seasonal desserts that are perfect for summer. The food tour continues with stops at Regal Eagle Smokehouse in EPCOT, Satu'li Canteen and Pizzafari in Animal Kingdom, Scat Cat's Club at Port Orleans Riverside, Hurricane Hanna's at Disney's Beach Club Resort, and more. We break down what was worth the money, what surprised us most, and which items we'd happily order again. To wrap things up, we hand out our Foodie Superlatives, including things like Best Overall Item, Best Sweet Treat, Best Savory Item, and the one item we'd skip next time. Whether you're planning your next Disney vacation or just looking for your next must-try snack, this episode is packed with plenty of Disney food recommendations and honest reviews.

Join Attractions Magazine contributing writers and correspondents as they bring you news and discussion about all things themed entertainment and parks, including Disney, Universal Studios and beyond on The Attractions Podcast. Topics of conversation on this week's episode of The Attractions Podcast: Pixar Summer Fest at Hong Kong Disneyland debuts exclusive character moments Disney Springs is entering its next era — here's what's changing this summer Universal Epic Universe dazzles with a new nighttime spectacular, ‘Universal Celestial Goodnight' First look photos: Universal Kids Resort theme park as seen from our hotel room Universal Kids Resort isn't focused on impressive rides — it's for young families The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are those of the hosts and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the producers, Dream Together Media LLC, or staff.

Jim remembers the first time he watched the 1931 Horror Classic "Frankenstein," directed by James Whale and starring Colin Clive, Mae Clarke, Boris Karloff, John Boles, Edward Van Sloan, Frederick Kerr, Dwight Frye, Lionel Belmore, Marilyn Harris, and Michael Mark. Based on the novel by Mary Shelley, this film helped Universal Studios establish itself as the Studio of Horror which continued to give the filmgoing public several classic monsters and tales. Find out about this 95-year-old gem on MONSTER ATTACK!, The POdcast Dedicated To Old Monster Movies.

On today's Disney podcast, we're covering every Walt Disney World resort lobby on property. Whether you’re looking for a few resorts to visit on your next WDW vacation or trying to decide which resort is right for you and your family, we’ve got you covered. From the smells and vibes to the incredible theming and dining options, we’re talking about the pros and cons of every Disney resort lobby. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show. We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast. Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between! We can be found at www.addictedtothemouse.com and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com Please also connect with us here: Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/addictedtothemouse Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@AddictedtotheMouse Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AddictedtotheMouse/ Instagram – https://instagram.com/addictedtothemouse/ The post Checking In: The Ultimate Disney World Resort Lobby Hop appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

In honor of the late James Burrows, legendary TV director, I'm resharing our second podcast talk, from 2022. We filmed it at Jimmy's home in Los Angeles. Our first talk was on the set of Will & Grace (the remake) on the Universal Studios lot. You can hear that talk here: really-famous.com/now/jim-burrows I'm airing this as is, as it ran in 2022. I was on a mission to show you the real person behind the TV director of your favorite sitcoms, like Cheers, Friends, Frasier, Will and Grace, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, The Bob Newhart Show, Third Rock from the Sun, the list goes on... I think I succeeded. Send me your feedback. ➤ reallyfamouspodcast@gmail.com Get Jim's book, Directed by James Burrows at my Amazon shop ➤ https://amzn.to/3qQYQK8 Watch my first talk with Jim Burrows: Q&A Old-School TV Shows ➤ https://youtu.be/iB7LxnOUteM Q&A Friends and Will & Grace ➤ https://youtu.be/zu88zfhFR3o Celebrity interview by Kara Mayer Robinson About KARA ➤ https://really-famous.com/bio 

Set sail for New Orleans Square in this episode of Sent from Disneyland as we explore two postcards connected to one of Disneyland's most beloved attractions: Pirates of the Caribbean. The first postcard, mailed in 1970, captures a panoramic view of New Orleans Square with the Pirates entrance, Royal Street storefronts, and the charming details that made the land feel like a living piece of old New Orleans. A note from a family vacationing across Southern California provides a glimpse into a classic road trip that included Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, the San Diego Zoo, and the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Inspired by a recent reading of X Atencio: The Legacy of an Artist, Imagineer and Disney Legend, the history segment takes a deep dive into the remarkable contributions of Disney Legend X Atencio. From writing and storyboarding Pirates of the Caribbean to creating the auction scene, helping shape the attraction's narrative structure, and co-writing "Yo Ho (A Pirate's Life for Me)" with George Bruns, X left an unforgettable mark on Disneyland history. Along the way, we revisit Walt Disney's famous advice about treating the attraction like a cocktail party—allowing guests to discover something new with every voyage. The second postcard, featuring Br'er Bear and Br'er Fox greeting guests in New Orleans Square in 1976, leads to another fascinating chapter of Pirates history: the creation of "No Dough Productions." This informal group of Disney employees and Imagineers provided voices for attractions, helping bring Pirates of the Caribbean to life while keeping production costs under control. We explore X Atencio's own voice contributions, including the iconic talking skull that welcomes guests into the attraction. To close the show, an incoming postcard arrives from London featuring a classic red Royal Mail post box near St. Paul's Cathedral. The beautiful artwork, international postage, and reflections on weather, postcards, and summer correspondence provide the perfect ending to an episode devoted to storytelling through both attractions and the mail. From Royal Street and pirate shanties to talking skulls and London post boxes, this episode celebrates the creativity, artistry, and history that continue to make Pirates of the Caribbean one of Disneyland's enduring treasures. Below are some of the regulars on Art Throw Down, Follow all of them on Instagram anyway for great art and postcards in your Instagram feed: Hipstadufus, luluvision, jlynch9923, greenmosspaper, georgemailsart, state_of_the_funyun, RussRomano2021

Jeremy sits down with Scott and Michele Atwood, founders of The Main Street Mouse and creators of House of Mouse Expo, for a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most beloved Disney fan events in the country. With House of Mouse Expo returning July 31 through August 2, 2026, there's no better time to explore how it all began, how it has grown over the years, and what continues to make it such a special experience for Disney fans. The conversation begins with Scott and Michele's journey from Michigan to Central Florida and how their passion for Disney led them to launch The Main Street Mouse, a community that has connected Disney fans for more than a decade. From there, Jeremy dives into the origins of House of Mouse Expo, discussing the inspiration behind the event, the challenges of getting it off the ground, and how it evolved into a gathering that brings together Disney fans, creators, vendors, and special guests from around the country. Along the way, Scott and Michele share stories from behind the scenes, including the planning, logistics, unexpected obstacles, and memorable moments that attendees rarely get to see. They also discuss the friendships and connections that have formed through the expo and why creating a welcoming, family-like atmosphere has always been at the heart of HOME. The episode also includes a fun dream guest draft, expo superlatives, and a look ahead at what's next for House of Mouse Expo. Whether listeners are longtime attendees, considering their first visit, or simply curious about what goes into creating a successful Disney fan event, this conversation offers a unique look at the passion, dedication, and community that continue to make House of Mouse Expo feel like HOME. Connect with Scott & Michele Atwood

On today's Disney podcast, we're ranking all of our favorite Walt Disney World rides across Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom. From the classics that we love to ride anytime we go to the newest thrill rides with the best technology that require some patience to enjoy, we’re talking about all of the best rides in the Most Magical Place on Earth. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show. We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast. Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between! We can be found at www.addictedtothemouse.com and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com Please also connect with us here: Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/addictedtothemouse Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@AddictedtotheMouse Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AddictedtotheMouse/ Instagram – https://instagram.com/addictedtothemouse/ The post From Nostalgia to Thrills: Our Ultimate Disney World Ride Ranking appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

We continue our Resort Wars series with a showdown between two EPCOT-area favorites: Disney's BoardWalk Inn and the Walt Disney World Swan Reserve. Both resorts offer incredible access to EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios, but they deliver completely different vacation experiences. BoardWalk Inn immerses guests in the charm and nostalgia of a turn-of-the-century Atlantic City boardwalk, complete with lively entertainment, unique dining, and one of the most iconic atmospheres at Walt Disney World. Meanwhile, Swan Reserve offers a more modern and luxurious approach, featuring some of the newest rooms on property, spacious family suites, and access to the extensive amenities, pools, and dining options of the Swan and Dolphin resorts. Throughout the episode, we compare the two resorts across seven categories, including theming and atmosphere, rooms and comfort, dining and drinks, transportation and location, recreation and amenities, value for money, and listener feedback. We discuss everything from the magic of strolling the BoardWalk at night and grabbing a drink at AbracadaBar to the benefits of staying in a sleek, contemporary room just steps from EPCOT. Will Disney's immersive storytelling and unmatched atmosphere help BoardWalk Inn secure the victory? Or will Swan Reserve's modern accommodations, impressive amenities, and strong value proposition prove too much to overcome? Whether you're planning your next Walt Disney World vacation or trying to decide where to stay for an upcoming trip, this episode will help you determine which of these popular Crescent Lake resorts is the better fit for your travel style.

On today's Disney podcast, we're talking about strategies for not getting so exhausted that you’re burned out by the middle of your Disney World vacation. From building in a rest day to quick options that you can pivot to while you’re in the parks if one of the members of your travel party needs a quick rest. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show. We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast. Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between! We can be found at www.addictedtothemouse.com and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com Please also connect with us here: Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/addictedtothemouse Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@AddictedtotheMouse Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AddictedtotheMouse/ Instagram – https://instagram.com/addictedtothemouse/ The post Hitting the Disney World Wall: Saving Your Vacation from Exhaustion appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

We're pairing up our favorite attractions, restaurants, lounges, and experiences from across Walt Disney World to create the ultimate theme park duos. These are the combinations that just belong together—whether it's because of their theme, location, storytelling, or simply the way they complete one another. We travel through all four parks, matching iconic attractions with the dining and experiences that elevate them even further. From grabbing a drink at Beak and Barrel after sailing through Pirates of the Caribbean, to enjoying Garden Grill before a relaxing ride through Living with the Land, we discuss the pairings that have become must-dos for us over the years. Along the way, we share why Jungle Cruise and Skipper Canteen are the perfect Adventureland combo, why Expedition Everest and Yak & Yeti feel like they were made for each other, and how attractions like Rise of the Resistance, Frozen Ever After, Flight of Passage, and Kilimanjaro Safaris become even better when paired with the right food, drink, or experience nearby. We also debate some underrated combinations, revisit a few classic favorites, and ultimately rank our Top 5 Theme Park Duos from the entire list. Will Pirates and Beak and Barrel take the crown? Can Garden Grill and Living with the Land claim the top spot? Or will an Animal Kingdom favorite climb to the top of the rankings? If you're planning your next Walt Disney World vacation or just looking for new ways to experience the parks, this episode is packed with ideas to help you create your own perfect Disney pairings.

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