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Today Mike, Pam & Scott are together for a fun reflection of the last 5 years of Walt Disney World as we celebrate 55 years of our favorite place in Central Florida! We were all together at the Magic Kingdom with lots of listeners on October 1, 2021 and today reflect on the many changes that have taken place over the last 5 years. What have we really liked? What have we been disappointed in? What trends do we see that we hope continue? Please share your thoughts with us in the BOGP Clubhouse! Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast. Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

We've eaten our way around the 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, tried a LOT of dishes, and shared plenty of opinions along the way. Now we're taking everything we've tasted and using it to build our perfect Food & Wine meals.We're each creating our own six-course dinner using items from around the festival, with one pick in six different categories: drink, soup or salad, appetizer, side dish, entrée, and dessert.The catch? We made our selections separately and didn't share them with each other before recording, so we're finding out each other's picks right along with you.Will we end up choosing some of the same festival favorites? Will we completely surprise each other? And when we put all six courses together, will either of our menus actually resemble a meal that makes any sense?Along the way, we'll revisit some of our favorite dishes from this year's festival, debate a few of the standouts, reveal the items that just missed our menus, and see just how difficult it is to narrow an entire EPCOT Food & Wine Festival down to only six selections.So grab your imaginary reservation, pull up a chair, and join us as we serve up our perfect six-course EPCOT Food & Wine meals!

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Happy 55th Anniversary, Walt Disney World! On October 1, 1971, the Magic Kingdom opened its gates, and Central Florida has never been the same. To celebrate 55 years of magic, we're counting down 55 things we love about Walt Disney World! *** Learn more about our Dillo's Discord Universe here: https://www.patreon.com/DillosDiz/posts/dillos-discord-150502505 ***

Grab a snack, this episode will leave you wanting a bite to eat! Ric and Gina are discussing what the Back to the Magic listeners say is the best thing they have ever eaten while at Walt Disney World. They're covering everything from sweet treats to full signature meals!Back to the Magic is the flagship podcast of 407&Beyond Vacation Co., start your Disney vacation at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.407vacations.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get all your Disney Parks news from the official 407 Blog at https://407vacations.com/blog

Dana Walden, Walt Disney Co.’s president and its first chief creative officer, says the company is not firing people every six months. She does say there is a constant need to look at how an organization is structured and that layoffs are "extremely painful." She speaks to Lucas Shaw at Bloomberg Screentime in Los Angeles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we continue our countdown of Walt Disney Animation Studio's animated feature films with the seldom-seen package film, Saludos Amigos. The ranking is based on an aggregate of each film's IMdB, Letterboxd, FlickChart, Metacritic and Rotten Tomatoes scores, and this one comes in at #57 out of 65.SPOILER ALERT We will be talking about this movie in its entirety, for what it's worth. If you haven't seen this classic, we suggest you watch it before listening to our takes.A Walt Disney Productions presentation, released by RKO Radio Pictures on February 6, 1943 (following a special premiere in Rio de Janeiro in August 1942). Directed by Norman Ferguson, Wilfred Jackson, Jack Kinney, Hamilton Luske, and Bill Roberts. Written by Bill Cottrell, Ted Sears, Erdman Penner, Ralph Wright, Roy Williams, DeLess Cleveland, Harry Reeves, and Joe Grant. Starring the voices of José Oliveira (as Zé Carioca), Fred Shields, Frank Graham, and featuring appearances by Walt Disney and his artists. Music by Edward H. Plumb, Charles Wolcott, and Paul J. Smith.

October 1st, 1971 was the opening day for Walt Disney World.  Some of the attractions that were there when Roy Disney welcomed guests to Magic Kingdom are still there.  Rick will be flying solo on the show today.  He will discuss all of those remaining opening day attractions and how long he thinks they will all last.  

On today's Disney Podcast, we are comparing a 4-night Disney Cruise to a 4-night Disney World vacation to see which one you should choose for your next trip to see the Mouse. This episode is Part 2, where we take the perspective of why a Disney World vacation is the better choice in terms of attractions, entertainment, autonomy over schedule, options and more. On our last episode, we argued the opposite perspective of why a Disney Cruise is, in fact, the better choice in this debate. This was a fun one to record. 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 DCL vs The World: Why Choose Walt Disney World over a Disney Cruise appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

This week, a way to track new popcorn bucket and sippers arrives, Disneyland celebrates Hispanic and Latin Heritage month, Zombie Captain America makes an appearance, A new exhibit opens celebrating California Visionaries, ticket prices may soon rise, we continue our conversation with Jim Hollifield and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Disney Parks Blog has released a brand new guide to help guests track down seasonal popcorn buckets, sippers, and novelty items. The current lineup heavily features Halloween Time merchandise, including popular items like the Hatbox Ghost popcorn bucket and Coco lantern sippers. Fans can use these official updates to plan their snack strategies and locate specific collectibles across both parks. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disneyland-popcorn-buckets-sippers-novelties/ The Disneyland Resort is celebrating Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month with a brand-new Main Street, U.S.A. shop window display that highlights a family's journey through Mexico and Latin America. Over in the Downtown Disney District, guests can also check out stunning Encanto and Coco topiaries, including a traditional Colombian Silleta floral display featuring Isabela and a mariachi-clad Miguel. Plus, visitors can enjoy special food offerings, live entertainment like the Mariachi Alegría de Disneyland, and a limited-time appearance by Elena of Avalor! – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-hispanic-heritage-month-window/ Zombie Captain America and the Queen of Hearts made surprise appearances at Oogie Boogie Bash during the special D23 Night on September 27 at Disney California Adventure. Both characters were exclusive to the D23 event and were not part of the regular Oogie Boogie Bash lineup. D23 highlighted the appearances on social media following the event. Oogie Boogie Bash continues on select nights through October 31. – https://wdwnt.com/2026/09/zombie-captain-america-queen-of-hearts-appear-exclusively-for-oogie-boogie-bash-d23-night/ The Forest Lawn Museum has officially opened a fascinating new exhibition called California Visionaries: The Lives and Legacies of Walt Disney and Hubert Eaton, exploring the decades-long friendship and shared creative visions of the two cultural icons. Running through February 2027, the exhibit features a treasure trove of rare artifacts, including vintage Disneyland ride vehicles, concept artwork, archival photos, and musical scores. Disney fans looking to dive into some unique Southern California history can check out this remarkable collection on display in Glendale now! – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-entertainment/forest-lawn-ca-visionaries-opens/ The Frida Cinema in Santa Ana is hosting a special series of six classic Disney films curated for local fans.These screenings will be expertly hosted by Disney historian and author Jeff Kurtti, featuring insightful lectures and filmmaker forums. It's a great local event for park fans looking to dive into Disney history outside of the theme park gates. – https://thefridacinema.org/film-series/walt-disney-studies/ Disneyland visitors should consider locking in their theme park tickets soon, as annual October price hikes are widely expected to hit within the next couple weeks. While historical trends suggest entry-level ticket prices may remain stable, higher-demand tiers, Magic Keys, parking, and add-ons like Lightning Lane will likely see noticeable increases. Disney typically introduces promotional offers, such as California resident ticket deals, right around the same time to help soften the blow for fans. – https://www.micechat.com/445207-disneyland-update-ticket-price-increase-disney-layoffs-rancho-del-zocalo/ SnackChat: Salt and Straw New Halloween Flavours – https://www.micechat.com/445207-disneyland-update-ticket-price-increase-disney-layoffs-rancho-del-zocalo/ Discussion Topic: Jim Hollifield – https://hyperionhistoricalalliance.org stuartngbooks.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

I would be remiss if I didn't take the time this week to celebrate the 55th anniversary of Walt Disney World. Every October 1st is a date to celebrate the Most Magical Place on Earth, but 55 is a moment to really cherish the joy of this place. And what better way to do that than being in the Magic Kingdom itself. We will visit all the original attractions that are still here today. We'll talk about how they have evolved over the years, but mostly we'll talk about all that makes them so very cherished to guests. And we'll take a moment to consider the entire Vacation Kingdom when it first opened. So join us as we celebrate 55 Happy Years at Walt Disney World. __________________________________________________ Disney Insights YouTube Page--Check it out and subscribe. DisneyInsights.com--So many resources at our home site. Be sure to subscribe to receive notice of upcoming podcasts. My newest book, A Century of Powerful Disney Insights, Volume I 1923-1973, The Walt & Roy Disney Years is available!  Also, check out my two of my other books, The Wonderful World of Customer Service at Disney and Disney, Leadership and You.  Also, for those examining other business benchmarks beyond Disney, check out Lead with Your Customer: Transform Culture and Brand Into World-Class Excellence. _______________________________________________________ Check out Zanolla Travel to book your next vacation!  David & Leah Zanolla ZanollaTravel.com Owner/Agents (309) 863-5469 _________________________________________________________ Performance Journeys This podcast and post is provided by J. Jeff Kober and Performance Journeys, which celebrates more than 20 years as a training and development group bringing best in business ideas through books, keynotes, workshops, seminars and online tools to help you take your organization to the next level. Want a Keynote Speaker? More than just nice stories, I offer proven insight and solutions having worked in the trench. Need Consulting? I've worked for decades across the public, private and non-profit arena.  Need Support? We offer so many classroom, online, and other resources to help you improve your customer service delivery, leadership excellence, and employee engagement. Contact us today, and let us help you on your Performance Journey!  

Planning a Walt Disney World vacation? Visit GetAwayToday.com/CastleTalk for discounts on tickets, hotels, and Orlando attractions. Carousel of Progress has always been about one thing: progress. Now, more than 60 years after Walt Disney and his Imagineers introduced the attraction at the 1964–1965 New York World's Fair, Disney is preparing to move the story forward again. In this episode of Castle Talk Radio, Becca and Jessica look back at the history of Carousel of Progress and break down the major refresh coming to Walt Disney World in 2027. We talk about how the attraction evolved from the World's Fair to Disneyland and eventually Magic Kingdom, why “There's a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow” remains such an important part of the attraction, and why updating Carousel of Progress may actually be one of the most faithful things Disney could do with it. Then we step through the newly announced version of the show, including a new generation of the Carousel family, the 1960s, Halloween night in 1985, New Year's Eve 1999, a possible future, and the addition of a Walt Disney Audio-Animatronic. Plus, we discuss why the technology may change, but the real heart of Carousel of Progress has always been the same: family. The updated Carousel of Progress is expected to debut at Walt Disney World in late spring 2027. Planning a Walt Disney World vacation? Visit GetAwayToday.com/CastleTalk for discounts on tickets, hotels, and Orlando attractions. Chapters 00:00 A Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow Is Changing 01:17 What's Coming to Carousel of Progress 01:52 Why the Attraction's History Matters 02:15 The 1964–1965 New York World's Fair 02:46 The Sherman Brothers and That Famous Song 03:18 From the World's Fair to Disneyland 04:06 Carousel of Progress Comes to Walt Disney World 04:43 Why Disney Is Updating the Attraction Now 05:37 Meet the New Carousel Family 06:46 Act One: The 1960s 08:16 Act Two: Halloween Night in 1985 09:30 Act Three: New Year's Eve 1999 10:55 Act Four: A Possible Future 11:51 Imagineering Inspiration for the New Finale 13:18 Honoring the Past While Building the Future 14:53 What Does Progress Look Like Now? 15:53 When the New Carousel of Progress Debuts 16:19 Walt Disney Is Joining the Attraction 16:44 Why Family Is Still the Heart of the Story  

This is the first of a four part miniseries on Walt Disney's Jungle Book, and to kick off the miniseries, Stanford & Mark are here to talk about the original version, Walt Disney's final animated film, The Jungle Book from 1967!Check out Mark's blogs!The Animation Commendation: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://markb4.wordpress.com⁠⁠⁠⁠The Live Action Disney Project: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://myliveactiondisneyproject.wordpress.com⁠⁠⁠Follow Stanford online!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moviespapWebsite: https://moviespastandpresent.com/I Heart Animation - Episode 269The Disney Movie Marathon - Episode 146For links to my latest episodes, all my podcasts, and other social media, check out my Link Tree! ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/jonjnorth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For bonus episodes, extended episodes, and more, sign up for my Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/jonjnorth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This time, Jeremy's on the other side of the microphone!Jeremy joins Nick on the Diz Twitter Podcast to talk about the moments, memories, and friendships that turned occasional Disney vacations into a huge part of his family's life—and eventually became Main Street Magic.From a toddler's unforgettable meeting with Mickey Mouse to a concert trip that sparked a whole new appreciation for Disney resorts, Jeremy shares how it all began. They chat about building the podcast, visiting Walt Disney World month after month, finding fun beyond the rides, and how enjoying Disney changes through different seasons of life. Plus, there's music talk, Disney Cruise Line love, and a reminder of why this community means so much.This episode features approximately the first 45 minutes of a longer conversation. To catch the entire episode, head to Nick's YouTube channel.The full version continues with an honest discussion about livestreaming, content creation, and respecting other guests' vacations; Jeremy's sobriety journey and rediscovering Disney without alcohol; and a lightning round covering favorite resorts, restaurants, festivals, attractions, and more. Yes, a few Disney opinions make an appearance!

Former Disney CEO Bob Chapek is out for BLOOD! His new tell-all book makes Bob Iger look like an egomaniacal douchebag, but we all knew he totally was. Apparently Iger even thought he was Walt Disney's true heir. As if... Watch the podcast episodes on YouTube and all major podcast hosts including Spotify. CLOWNFISH TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary podcast that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. Get more news, views and reviews on Clownfish TV News - https://more.clownfishtv.com/ On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ClownfishTV On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvg On Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629 MORE CLOWNFISH TV - Official Merch Store: http://ClownfishMinus.com Facebook - https://facebook.com/ClownfishTV X - https://x.com/ClownfishTVcom Clownfish TV subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ClownfishTVOfficial/ Disclaimer: This series is produced by Clownfish Studios and WebReef Media, and is part of ClownfishTV.com. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of our guests, affiliates, sponsors, or advertisers. ClownfishTV.com is an unofficial news source and has no connection to any company that we may cover. This channel and website and the content made available through this site are for educational, entertainment and informational purposes only. These so-called “fair uses” are permitted even if the use of the work would otherwise be infringing. #Podcast #Commentary #News #Reaction #Gaming #Comedy #Entertainment #Hollywood #PopCulture #Tech #Anime #FYP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We are excited to have Listener Jon joining us today from Rhode Island to share his trip to both Universal and Walt Disney World from this past summer! We talk about his thoughts on staying at Cabana Bay, visiting Epic Universe, some nostalgia on a certain attraction and more! Then, his family heads over to Walt Disney World with a stop at Blizzard Beach before checking-in at Wilderness Lodge, visiting all four theme parks, enjoying great meals like Akershus Royal Banquet Hall, Hoop Dee Do Revue, Docking Bay 7, and more! We hope you can continue the conversation with us this week in the Be Our Guest Podcast Clubhouse at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse! Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

Disney surveys are asking increasingly pointed questions about discounts, trip costs, and what actually gets guests to book, while Disneyland history takes center stage with the story of Walt Disney's never-built Lilliputian Land. Len Testa and Jim Hill also cover changes at Expedition Everest, Haunted Mansion construction, Oogie Boogie Bash availability, and rumors about Darkmoor's next attraction at Epic Universe. Then Jim traces how Walt's fascination with miniatures, model trains, and mechanical figures helped shape an unrealized Disneyland land - and eventually Storybook Land. NEWS • New Disney surveys dig into whether resort discounts actually persuade guests to book, stay longer, or change hotels. • Expedition Everest replaces its single rider line with an odds-and-evens loading system designed to improve capacity. • Walt Disney Imagineering files a Haunted Mansion construction permit as work prepares the area for future Magic Kingdom expansion. • Oogie Boogie Bash tickets remain available at Disneyland while Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party sells out at Walt Disney World. • Rumors point toward a Bride of Frankenstein indoor coaster as a possible future expansion for Darkmoor at Epic Universe. FEATURE • Jim explores Walt Disney's original plans for Lilliputian Land, a miniature world once envisioned between Fantasyland and Tomorrowland. • Walt's backyard Carolwood Pacific Railroad and his fascination with miniature Americana helped inspire the proposed land. • Project Little Man revealed the technical challenges of building tiny mechanical performers and helped push Disney toward full-sized Audio-Animatronics. • One piece of the Lilliputian Land concept survived, evolving from the opening-day Canal Boats of the World into Disneyland's Storybook Land Canal Boats. For this episode's full show notes, click here.HOSTS • Jim Hill - X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia | jimhillmedia.com • Len Testa - Bluesky: @lentesta.bsky.social | Instagram: @len.testa | touringplans.com FOLLOW • Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews • YouTube: @jimhillmedia • TikTok: @jimhillmedia • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia/ SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - https://strongmindedagency.com SPONSOR Planning your next Disney vacation? Visit BeOurGuestVacations.com to get started. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. https://www.jimhillmedia.com/sponsor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Disney surveys are asking increasingly pointed questions about discounts, trip costs, and what actually gets guests to book, while Disneyland history takes center stage with the story of Walt Disney's never-built Lilliputian Land. Len Testa and Jim Hill also cover changes at Expedition Everest, Haunted Mansion construction, Oogie Boogie Bash availability, and rumors about Darkmoor's next attraction at Epic Universe. Then Jim traces how Walt's fascination with miniatures, model trains, and mechanical figures helped shape an unrealized Disneyland land - and eventually Storybook Land. NEWS • New Disney surveys dig into whether resort discounts actually persuade guests to book, stay longer, or change hotels. • Expedition Everest replaces its single rider line with an odds-and-evens loading system designed to improve capacity. • Walt Disney Imagineering files a Haunted Mansion construction permit as work prepares the area for future Magic Kingdom expansion. • Oogie Boogie Bash tickets remain available at Disneyland while Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party sells out at Walt Disney World. • Rumors point toward a Bride of Frankenstein indoor coaster as a possible future expansion for Darkmoor at Epic Universe. FEATURE • Jim explores Walt Disney's original plans for Lilliputian Land, a miniature world once envisioned between Fantasyland and Tomorrowland. • Walt's backyard Carolwood Pacific Railroad and his fascination with miniature Americana helped inspire the proposed land. • Project Little Man revealed the technical challenges of building tiny mechanical performers and helped push Disney toward full-sized Audio-Animatronics. • One piece of the Lilliputian Land concept survived, evolving from the opening-day Canal Boats of the World into Disneyland's Storybook Land Canal Boats. For this episode's full show notes, click here.HOSTS • Jim Hill - X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia | jimhillmedia.com • Len Testa - Bluesky: @lentesta.bsky.social | Instagram: @len.testa | touringplans.com FOLLOW • Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews • YouTube: @jimhillmedia • TikTok: @jimhillmedia • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia/ SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - https://strongmindedagency.com SPONSOR Planning your next Disney vacation? Visit BeOurGuestVacations.com to get started. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. https://www.jimhillmedia.com/sponsor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are comparing a 4-night Disney Cruise to a 4-night Disney World vacation to see which one you should choose for your next trip to see the Mouse. This episode is Part 1, where we take the perspective of why a Disney Cruise is the better choice in terms of cost, customer service, inclusions, entertainment and more. On our next episode, we will argue the opposite perspective of why a Disney World is, in fact, the better choice in this debate. This was a fun one to record and can’t wait for the next one. 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 DCL vs The World: Why Choose a Disney Cruise over Walt Disney World appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

RE-RELEASE: ORIGINALLY AIRED IN MAY 2025 (note: the chapter time stamps below will be about 1min 20sec off based on the added re-release intro) On this special episode, Virginia talks through what steps you should consider if you are planning your own Walt Disney World vacation. Sprinkled throughout, you'll hear tips and tricks from some of the wonderful travel agents that have been previous podcast trip report guests. If you like this episode and want to hear any deep dives into other related topics, please reach out through the podcast website whereilongtobepodcast.com!   Episode Chapters: Intro (00:00:10) Travel Agent Tip: First Timers (00:01:58) Travel Agent Tip: Travel Agent Fit (00:03:45) Step 1 Decide When to Take Your Trip (00:05:00) Travel Agent Tip: Deciding When to Travel (00:06:26) Step 2 Make a Budget (00:08:06) Step 3 Decide on the Type of Ticket (00:09:05) Travel Agent Tip: When to Cruise (00:14:10) Step 4 Choose a Resort (00:15:10) Travel Agent Tip: Choosing a Resort (00:52:19) Travel Agent Tip: Choosing a Resort (00:53:34) Travel Agent Tip: Choosing a Resort (00:55:47) Step 5 Consider Transportation (00:57:17) Step 6 Book Your Dining Reservations (00:58:52) Travel Agent Tip: Dining Plan Value (00:59:45) Travel Agent Tip: Saving Money on Food (01:07:30) Travel Agent Tip: Saving Money on Food (01:06:47) Step 7 Book Add On Experiences (01:08:53) Step 8 Consider Whether You Want to Use Lightning Lanes (01:10:18) Step 9 Order Things You Need for the Trip and Get Packed (01:22:53) Travel Agent Tip: Things to Bring (01:33:01) Travel Agent Tip: Things to Bring (01:33:34) Step 10 Enjoy Your Trip (01:34:24) Travel Agent Tip: Carrying on the Magic (01:35:23) Travel Agent Tip: Traveling with a Group (01:36:35) Travel Agent Tip: Traveling with Kids with Different Needs (01:37:15) Travel Agent Tip: Slow Down (01:39:12) Travel Agent Tip: Traveling with Young Kids (01:39:45) Travel Agent Tip: Beating the Heat (01:41:12) Closing Words Travel Agent Episode Collaborators: Hailey with Imagination Vacation Travel Co Kate with Playcation Travel Kelly with Wish List Travel Kristen with Mickey World Travel Miranda with 101 Vacations Travel Molly with Magic Memories with Molly Renee with Main Street Travel Agency   Episode Specific Links:   Tickets Disney Ticket Offers for Veterans OrlandoAttractionTickets.co.uk Undercover Tourist   Resorts David's DVC Rental DVC Rental Store Touring Plans Room Finder   Dining Main Street Dish Episode on the Disney Dining Plan (with statistics!) - Listen on Apple or Spotify Stakeout - dining reservation finder (ios or android)  Mouse Dining - dining reservation finder Touring Plans - dining reservation finder   Amazon Recommendations (no affiliate links) MagicBand Protector (12 pack) Anti-Theft Crossbody Phone Lanyard Collapsible Bins Big Binder Clips Dot Stickers Electrolyte Packets Sunflower Lanyards Previous Episodes Mentioned: Disney Dames (All-Star Music Family Suite stay) - Disney Dames Budget to Bougie Trip Elizabeth (Victoria and Albert's - Elizabeth's Disney/Universal Extended Family Trip Molly (Dolphin Encounter) - Molly's Mother/Son Trontastic Birthday Trip Amy (Behind the Seeds Tour) - Amy's Spring Break at the Boardwalk Krista (Up Close with Rhinos Tour) - Krista's Spectacular Summer Split Stay Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share?  Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.   Get in Touch: If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.   Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com

We made it to Volume 5.Somehow.And for the final installment of The Ultimate Conspiracy Theory Ranking (at least for now) we're closing this series with celebrity deaths, mind control, secret societies, hidden power structures, frozen legends, and one of the strangest Michael Jackson theories we've ever talked about.Same rules.Same scale.One last trip down the rabbit trail.1 — Not in a million years.5 — Absolutely. I'd bet my life on it.This time, we start with one of the most persistent theories in music history:Did Courtney Love have something to do with Kurt Cobain's death?And because this is That Would Be Rad, that conversation somehow sends us sideways into MKULTRA, government mind-control experiments, pop culture, and even the Mickey Mouse Club of the 1990s.From there, things only get bigger.Do a small group of elites actually control more of the world than we realize?Is the Illuminati a real organization—or has the legend become something entirely different from whatever may have existed in the first place?Was Walt Disney really cryogenically frozen?And then there's Michael Jackson.Because according to one theory…he never actually died.Could the King of Pop still be alive, hiding in plain sight, living under another identity—or is this exactly the kind of theory that proves we've finally gone too far?As always, we're not here to tell you what to believe.We're here to hear the theory.Follow the strange details.Argue about what makes sense.Laugh at what absolutely does not.Accidentally wander into three completely different conspiracy theories along the way…And eventually put a number on it.Some of these have been circulating for decades.Some involve very real historical programs that have grown into much larger conspiracy lore.And some are so bizarre that the only reasonable response is:Okay… where did THAT come from?But this episode also marks the end of something.After five volumes, dozens of conspiracy theories, countless detours, and more questionable rankings than we can remember…The Ultimate Conspiracy Theory Ranking is going back into the vault.Because October is here.And longtime listeners know what that means.The lights are getting lower.The stories are getting darker.And our annual That Would Be Rad Spooktacular is almost here.But before we step into spooky season, there's one last list to finish.One last argument to have.And one last question to ask:Okay… but what if?The Ultimate Conspiracy Theory Ranking | Volume 5Be Rad.RAD WAYS YOU CAN SUPPORT OUR SHOW:JOIN OUR PATREON: Exclusive episodes, bonus content, and behind-the-scenes weirdness: patreon.com/thatwouldberadCHECK OUT OUR MERCH: Grab official That Would Be Rad gear: thatwouldberad.myspreadshop.comSHOW INFO:

Join us as we recap and chat about the Bob's Burgers Movie.Did you know this is the last project animator Dale Baer worked on? He's known for working on The Emperor's New Groove and other iconic Walt Disney movies.Wiki page for the episode:The Bob's Burgers MovieLinks, articles, and videos mentioned in this episode:Join our Book Club and get access to exclusive content on PatreonFollow us on InstagramFollow us on TiktokFollow us on Bluesky

A quick guide to the latest Disney dining news, Halloween treats, and collectible snack-themed merch. Kristen, Aljon, and Cat share what's new at Turf Club, where to find seasonal sweets at Walt Disney World and beyond, which treats to seek out, and a Disney travel deal you need to know about. Perfect for Disney foodies and Halloween fans planning their next visit.Sign up for our newsletter and receive my 10 Must-Know Disney Dining Tips! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rlOrDY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support us on Patreon. Sign up for as little as $1 a month and get The Ultimate Disney Dining Strategy Guide. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/diningatdisney⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://diningatdisney.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SOCIAL MEDIA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dining at Disney - YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- https://www.facebook.com/diningatdisneypodcast/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/diningatdisney/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dining at Disney (@DiningatDisney) / X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

As the Magic Kingdom puts up its Halloween decorations, we once again marvel at how seamlessly, and magically, the parks and resorts transition from one season to the next. Christmas and Halloween are definitely the most elaborate, but they are from the only occasions in which the parks take on a new vibe. So sit back, relax, and join us as we talk about the seasonal changes at Walt Disney World!

We're sharing the top ten things we wish we'd understood before our Walt Disney World vacations, with plenty of reminders we still need today.We kick things off by talking about why you can't do everything and why that shouldn't determine whether your trip was a success. From choosing one priority for each family member to building backup plans for weather and ride closures, we discuss how a little flexibility can keep disappointment from taking over your vacation.Then we tackle the practical lessons, including an overdue investment in comfortable shoes, the value of midday pool breaks, and choosing a resort that fits how you actually travel. Whether you're spending every minute in the parks or making relaxation the main event, your hotel should match your plans and budget.Food gets its moment, too, as we explain why scheduling every meal can eat up your time and why the dining plan deserves a closer look before you commit. We also cover learning the basics before arrival, setting aside money for what matters to you, and letting your family's version of fun guide your decisions.Finally, we share why working with a travel advisor is our biggest takeaway, including how Amy with MEI-Travel helps us compare options, handle bookings, and find available savings while leaving us free to enjoy planning.Whether you're preparing for your first visit or your fiftieth, these lessons are about making your vacation feel like yours. Less pressure, more flexibility, and happier feet? That's a magical place to start. And yes, permission to skip someone else's must-do is part of the package.

Waiting in line can be so boring, but theres a few "diamond in the rough" queues that can make even the longest wait times feel a little more magical. In this episode of Back to the Magic, Ric and Gina are discussing their favorite queues leading up to the attractions at Walt Disney World.But the twist... it's draft day! Ric and Gina are taking turns picking their top top queues, building their ultimate “most exciting” lineup while trying to outdo each other with the best choices. Play along as you listen and decide who drafted the strongest list!Back to the Magic is the flagship podcast of 407&Beyond Vacation Co., start your Disney vacation at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.407vacations.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get all your Disney Parks news from the official 407 Blog at https://407vacations.com/blog/

Here is the latest episode - how'd you score?"Sit Down, John" and "Piddle, Twiddle and Resolve" are songs from a musical based on the events leading up to the signing of the Decleration of Independence, fittingly called what?The Volkswagen Tiguan is a portmanteau of the German words for what two animals?The second-largest card payment organization, which is debit and credit cards combined, was originally called BankAmericard and changed its name to what in 1976?Steven Bradbury won the gold medal in what event when all his competitors crashed out on the final corner?Which king of England who ruled from 1272 to 1307 was known as the Hammer of the Scots?Which African country was previously known as Rhodesia?Which site in St Petersburg served as the official residence of the House of Romanov and was stormed by revolutionaries in 1917?Which TV show just won the Emmy for Outstanding Animated Program, the first time it has won it since 2013?What is the loudest insect in the world on record, a bug that's probably only measured annually or perhaps evey 17 years?What was Walt Disney's first live-action comedy which was remade in 1994 and again in 2006 with Tim Allen?What law states that the total energy of an isolated system remains constant; it is said to be conserved over time?Which actor, who had an amazon show that you could watch in black and white or in color, just had a a 30 by 30 foot sinkhole open up at his Malibu mansion swallowing up his driveway?MusicHot Swing, Fast Talkin, Bass Walker, Dances and Dames, Ambush by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Don't forget to follow us on social media:Patreon – patreon.com/quizbang – Please consider supporting us on Patreon. Check out our fun extras for patrons and help us keep this podcast going. We appreciate any level of support!Ko-Fi – ko-fi.com/quizbangpod – Keep that sweet caffeine running through our body with a Ko-Fi, power us through a late night of fact checking and editing!Website – quizbangpod.com Check out our website, it will have all the links for social media that you need and while you're there, why not go to the contact us page and submit a question!Facebook – @quizbangpodcast – we post episode links and silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess.Instagram – Quiz Quiz Bang Bang (quizquizbangbang), we post silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess.

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You've got the framework figured out. You could build ten different offers tomorrow if someone asked you to. That's exactly the problem.This is Part 2 of the solar system series, and if you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen first. Adam and Jess already covered the Sun, your core gravitational pull, the tension you solve over and over. Today they're building the next layer out: the Planet.A planet is your singular offer, payoff, or outcome built around that Sun. If your Sun is uncertainty, your planet might be a specific group coaching container that solves one defined outcome. Not three offers. Not a menu. One. Adam openly admits he wanted to build a dozen planets when they first mapped this model together. Jess shut that down immediately, and this episode is why.The instinct to build everything at once is a visionary trait, not a strategy. Jess makes the case that people should be able to name your planet the way they name Earth or Mars, instantly, without effort. When your offer is that clear, your network stops needing you to explain yourself and starts being able to refer you. That's the entire point of "I know a guy." Nobody refers a menu.What you'll learn:Why one clearly defined offer builds more referral traffic than a full suite of servicesThe difference between your Sun (the problem you solve) and your Planet (the specific offer built around it)Why the planet includes naming the container, the "how," not just the outcomeHow going one-on-one first, before building out a full offer suite, sharpens your language fasterWhy a single clear offer lets you price the payoff instead of pricing yourselfHow having one planet actually crushes imposter syndrome instead of feeding itWhy doing things in sequence, not all at once, makes you faster, not slowerThe big idea: A menu of offers feels like more value. It's actually the reason people can't refer you, price you accurately, or trust you. One planet, clearly named, is what makes an offer easy to invite people into instead of something you have to sell.Notable quote: "Great, but which one are we colonizing first?" — Jess Webber, on the twelve things Adam wanted to build when they metResources mentioned:Walt Disney's original mind map, referenced by Adam as an example of one Sun (Walt Disney Studios) spawning multiple planets over time: framerusercontent.com/images/eNS3np8QbwJRoO7t8fBSR7Yts.jpgEp. 192, "I Know a Guy, Pt. 1: Find Your Coaching Gravity" (referenced throughout)ILC community: ilovecoachingco.comInstagram: @ilovecoachingco / @adamrroach / @thejesswebberYouTube: youtube.com/@ilovecoachingcoTimestamps: [00:00] Intro: back in the solar system for episode 2 [00:30] Quick recap: the Sun from Episode 1 [01:18] Today's topic: the Planet, and why it's one, not twelve [02:22] Defining the planet: your singular offer around the Sun [03:10] Why "one" gets the emphasis (Rocket Fuel results: 50/50 Visionary-Integrator) [04:36] The nerd test: people should be able to name your planet like Earth or Mars [05:43] How clarity turns your network into mouthpieces for you [05:52] Adam's recruiting story: "150 people in a year" as his one planet [06:56] Why they teach one-on-ones first, in reverse of Adam's own path [07:12] The planet includes naming the container, not just the payoff [07:29] No menu of offers, no menu of outcomes [08:10] "Which one are we colonizing first?" [09:20] Sequencing beats doing it all at once [09:46] Preview: next episode covers the Moons [10:58] Why one clear offer builds more trust than a menu, and lets you price the payoff [11:19] Why they're not talking about sales yet: confused people do nothing [12:16] Confidence and imposter syndrome: the burden of handing someone a Sun [14:11] Walt Disney's mind map: Walt Disney Studios as the original Sun [15:04] Slowing down to speed up [15:25] Why talented coaches still fail: it's clarity, not skill [16:41] Wrap and tease: next time, the MoonsJoin the community:Ready to stop juggling a dozen ideas and build the one offer people can actually refer you for? The Sellable Offer Challenge walks you through it: ilovecoachingco.com/challenge

Resort Wars Showdown is back, and we're bringing two Walt Disney World favorites into the ring: Disney's Polynesian Village Resort and Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. We start with our gut reactions, then compare these resorts across theming and atmosphere, rooms and comfort, dining and drinks, transportation and location, recreation and amenities, and value for money.We love the Polynesian's tropical grounds, spacious rooms, and location across Seven Seas Lagoon from Magic Kingdom. With the monorail, boats, buses, and a walking path, we have plenty of ways to get around. We also have a soft spot for its dining lineup, from 'Ohana and Kona Café to Trader Sam's and a DOLE Whip at Pineapple Lanai.At Animal Kingdom Lodge, we're drawn to the peaceful atmosphere, design, and chance to watch wildlife on the savanna. We talk about Jambo House and Kidani Village, remember our favorite resort activities, and dig into a dining lineup that includes Boma, Sanaa, and Jiko.As we work through each category, our choice gets harder. Would we rather stroll the Polynesian's lively grounds or relax on a balcony overlooking the animals? Which rooms feel most comfortable? How much does easy access to Magic Kingdom matter, and what kind of experience gives us the best value for our vacation?When our comparisons leave the decision in the hands of the Main Street Magic community, we turn to your listener poll and share which resort moves on in Resort Wars Showdown. We also read your comments and talk about why the winning resort might not be the right choice for every trip.Join us for a debate, resort memories, and a closer look at two places we'd gladly call home on our next Walt Disney World vacation. Then tell us: are you Team Poly or Team Animal Kingdom Lodge?

882 · Marvel in Disney Parks: Behind the Magic with Brian CrosbyHow does Marvel come to life in Disney Parks... and what does a little boy meeting Peter Pan have to do with it? This week, I sit down with Marvel Studios' Brian Crosby at the WDW Radio booth at D23 for a conversation about turning the characters we love into places, adventures, and memories we can experience for ourselves.Brian spent ten years as an Imagineer before joining Marvel, and he shares the thought behind experiences that stretch from Hong Kong Disneyland to Tokyo and beyond. We talk about the creative choices that help a story connect, whether you know every comic book or are meeting a character for the first time.You'll discover:Why the Iron Man Experience queue had to introduce the man inside the armor.How Groot became the guide to a very different kind of Marvel adventure.The childhood Peter Pan encounter Brian still thinks about when creating experiences.What it meant to Stan Lee to see Marvel become part of the Disney Parks.How ideas can travel from comics to attractions and back into animation.Which attractions Brian would want to share with Walt Disney.Along the way, we attempt a 55-second lightning round that goes about as well as you'd expect when the two of us start talking Disney, food, and comic books. You don't need to know the Marvel timeline to enjoy this one, just the feeling of meeting a character who means something to you.

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: Disney World testing new AI-assisted tool to simplify vacation planning ‘Shrek' immersive experience coming to Cosm for 25th anniversary The Great Pumpkin turns 60: Where Snoopy's Halloween season is showing up in 2026 Disney's former ‘Hat Lady' takes the piano at Casey's Corner for the first time (Review) The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is a love letter to the populist power of stories Pokémon turns 30: Theme parks, live events and ways to celebrate 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.

Episode 41: Voices of the Mansion with Andy Mack Welcome, foolish mortals, to another episode of The Swinging Wake Podcast! This week, Alex and Kris are joined once again by friend, former Disney Cast Member, and voice actor Andy Mack for a journey into the voices that bring Disney's Haunted Mansion—and its happy haunts—to life. Before stepping into the Mansion, Alex and Kris catch up on some spooky Disney news, including after-dark tours of Walt Disney's former Los Feliz home, new Halloween character bag charms at Disneyland, the Haunted Mansion x Stoney Clover Lane collection, Flotsam and Jetsam shoulder plushes from Tokyo Disney Resort, and the Haunted Mansion-inspired Halloween decorations appearing around the Disneyland Hotel. Then it's time to lower the safety bar and climb aboard our Doom Buggies as we explore some of the most iconic voices in Haunted Mansion history. In This Episode

George Wright III opens the Monday Daily Mastermind episode by highlighting persistence as a key prosperity principle and “difference maker,” tied to his third prosperity pillar: “I act in spite of my mood.” Citing Napoleon Hill and Calvin Coolidge, he argues that lack of persistence prevents people from achieving goals and that persistence is a cultivatable state of mind. He outlines ways to build it: definiteness of purpose, strong desire, self-reliance, definite plans and scheduling, applied knowledge, a cooperative mastermind group, using willpower strategically, and preparation through daily rituals and habits. He frames persistence as a decision—“it's not over until you win”—and shares examples of repeated rejection and failure from NASA, Tim Ferriss, Henry Ford, Walt Disney, Einstein, Edison, Dr. Seuss, Jack London, van Gogh, Michael Jordan, and J.K. Rowling.00:00 Monday Prosperity Focus01:29 Pillar Three Act Anyway02:56 Why Persistence Wins04:55 Persistence Is Trainable05:52 How To Build Persistence09:00 Decide Despite Your Mood09:51 Famous Persistence StoriesThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.

"Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo!" ✨ On this special episode of WD-FM, Chris and Bri explore Walt Disney's 1950 animated classic, "Cinderella". Hear from Disney Legend animators Ward Kimball and Frank Thomas and voice actress Ilene Woods about their memories of making the film.

Well, everyone, it's time for a quick story…what happens when you combine 2 co-teachers, 2 podcast hosts, 2 different families, 2 separate schedules, and the happiest place on earth?  An unplanned, welcoming surprise of your podcast hosts running into each other in the middle of Hollywood studios.  Yes, that did happen.  And yes, that inspired today's episode.  So travel with us today, as we take you beyond the rides, beyond the shows, beyond the skyliner, beyond the $22 churros, and go deeper, into the parts of Disney that are unseen.  Today on The Missing Chapter, we're going behind the scenes of Walt Disney World to uncover some of the strangest, coolest, and downright weird facts about the most famous theme-park destination in the world.  And we're saving the biggest surprise for the end.  Because when you find out what Walt Disney originally wanted to build in Florida...you might realize that Disney World isn't what he originally imagined at all.

This week on Sent from Disneyland, we travel back to 1958 and 1959 with two postcards featuring Disneyland's incredible Grand Canyon Diorama. Our first postcard, mailed in November 1958, shows mule deer watching the passing Disneyland Railroad, while the second, from June 1959, features bighorn sheep silhouetted against the canyon. Both postcards offer a glimpse into the early years of one of Disneyland's most impressive railroad displays. The history lesson explores how Walt Disney, Claude Coats, and a team of artists created the massive Grand Canyon backdrop, along with the plants, rocks, and animals that transformed the diorama into a three-dimensional experience. We'll also look at the  animals used in the display—including the famous armadillo—and the 1958 grand opening. Plus, an incoming Disneyland postcard from Tess, a look at a mysterious 1958 contest that helped one postcard sender win a trip to Disneyland. 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

Pull up a chair at EPCOT's Germany pavilion because we're taking you along for a live dining review of Biergarten Restaurant and the Eat to the Beat Dining Package before seeing Hanson!We explore the Bavarian village atmosphere, explain how the dining package works, and taste our way through the buffet. From beer cheese soup, pretzel rolls, German potato salad, sausage salad, bratwurst, sauerkraut, pork schnitzel, meatballs, roasted potatoes, and chicken schnitzel to mac and cheese, apple strudel, Baumkuchen trifle, and salted caramel cheesecake, we share our honest reactions. We also reveal which dishes we would go back for, which ones we would skip, and the delicious creation built at the table: a chicken schnitzel, beer cheese, and pretzel roll slider.Of course, this was not an ordinary meal. Right in the middle of Biergarten's live entertainment, the fire alarm sounded and the entire restaurant had to evacuate. We take you outside with us as guests and Cast Members wait for the all clear, then return to our table to finish the buffet after an interruption neither of us had experienced during hundreds of Disney meals.Along the way, we talk about the atmosphere, the musicians and dancing, the service, the value of using Biergarten for a concert dining package, and whether the restaurant deserves a place in your EPCOT rotation. At $69 per person, did the combination of an all-you-care-to-enjoy German buffet and reserved seating for Hanson make this package worth the price?Join us for food, laughs, questionable German pronunciations, one runaway bratwurst, an unexpected evacuation, and our final verdict on Biergarten Restaurant at EPCOT. Whether you are planning an Eat to the Beat concert night or considering this unique World Showcase dining experience, this episode will help you decide if it belongs on your Disney dining list.

Ric and Gina are flipping the script for this one! This week they are discussing where on Walt Disney World property the Back to the Magic listeners say they have no desire to go to and why. Some have stayed and had terrible experiences, some just can't justify the price, some just have no desire. They're sharing all the resorts and the reasonings! Back to the Magic is the flagship podcast of 407&Beyond Vacation Co., start your Disney vacation at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.407vacations.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get all your Disney Parks news from the official 407 Blog at https://407vacations.com/blog/

We just hit 100 episodes! To celebrate, we're sharing our favorite things at Walt Disney World! We start by ranking all four parks, and Chip and I don't agree. Then we share our top three hotels, plus the budget resorts we'd pick in each category. From there we get into the best ride queues, the resort smells we can't forget, our go-to Disney Springs stops, and the quick service meals we'd eat today if we could. We keep it honest, because a favorite isn't always the right pick for every family. My favorite resort is Riviera, but it's not where I usually stay with my kids, and I explain why. You'll also hear which queue we'd skip every time and the resort scents we can't stop thinking about. We wrap up with a Santa dinner at The Cake Bake Shop that costs a family of four over $900, plus our favorite character meals and the surprise character meets we love most. Chapters 01:15  Looking back at 100 episodes and our guests 02:07  How a paralyzed vocal cord almost stopped the show 04:35  Why these are our favorites, not your rankings 05:03  Ranking the four Walt Disney World parks 06:54  The Animal Kingdom coffee that almost made me miss my flight 09:01  Chip's top three favorite hotels 11:25  My top three favorite hotels 14:50  Our favorite hotels on a budget 16:50  How I pick budget resorts for clients 19:00  Top three ride queues and the worst queue at Disney World 22:36  Tower of Terror, Haunted Mansion, and Pirates queues 24:11  Honorable mentions: Tiana's and Tron 25:12  Our favorite Walt Disney World smells 29:33  Top three Disney Springs stops 34:51  Top three quick service meals 37:15  The most overrated snacks and meals 41:10  Hyped up things that are worth it 44:39  The $900 Santa dinner at The Cake Bake Shop 45:33  Favorite character meets and meals 49:20  Thank you for 100 episodes  

Enchanting Extras Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe!  Looking to plan a Disney parks or a cruise vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today!  Episode Description We discuss Enchanting Extras at Walt Disney World and which ones we would spend our time and money on.  Connect with us  by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media, or leaving a comment on our Youtube page. You can also follow us on Instagram! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 01:35 - Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique 04:42 - Fireworks viewing 08:18 - Other Magic Kingdom Enchanting Extras 09:31 - Harmony Barbershop 10:16 - Epcot Enchanting Extras 14:18 - Hollywood Studios Enchanting Extras 17:19 - Animal Kingdom Enchanting Extras 19:12 - Other Enchanting Extras to consider 24:29 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link. If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, PlayerFM, iHeartRadio, or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page, or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.  

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We're setting sail, checking in, and admitting we got one wrong! We share our private Happily Ever After fireworks cruise experience, from a scenic ride around Bay Lake and an up-close look at the Electrical Water Pageant to watching Magic Kingdom's fireworks with synchronized audio onboard. We break down the experience, the cost of splitting a boat with friends, and whether this Disney extra deserves a spot on your vacation wish list.Then, we check into Disney's Riviera Resort for our first overnight stay, and discover that visiting a resort and calling it home are two very different experiences. We cover our spacious one-bedroom villa, pool time, the resort's relaxed atmosphere, and the bathroom layout that left us wishing for a little more privacy. Plus, we revisit Riviera's Resort Wars matchup against Saratoga Springs and officially change our winner!Of course, there's plenty of food along the way, including Primo Piatto, Bar Riva, Le Petit Café, and a memorable dinner at Topolino's Terrace. From duck confit gnocchi and standout tiger shrimp to affogatos, decadent desserts, and rooftop views of Luminous, this trip gave us plenty to talk about—and a few things we're already craving again.

While the neon marquee of the shuttered Belle Meade Theater lives on, the lobby of the once-ornate theater now lies empty. The cinema closed in 1991, and became a bookshop, then a grocery store, and now, sits mostly empty along Harding Pike. This prompted Curious Nashville listener Richard Daniel to wonder about a remnant of the theater: the marble plaques in the lobby that were covered in celebrity autographs — with names ranging from Walt Disney to Dinah Shore to Tennessee Ernie Ford.He asked Curious Nashville: Whatever became of the marble slabs that were in the lobby of the Belle Meade Theatre?This led WPLN's Cynthia Abrams to examine how those plaques came to be and where the live now.Plus, we'll take up Nashville's history of celebrity culture — like, why were these celebrities at the Belle Meade Theater in the first place? — and the evolving media landscape.Guests: Dr. Claire Sisco King, Professor of Communication Studies and Chair of Cinema, Media Arts, and Theatre at Vanderbilt University Dr. Sarah Childress, executive director at Metro's Office of Entertainment This episode was produced by Cynthia Abrams.

Do we actually travel back in time on Pirates of the Caribbean?Tonight on Distory Nite Shift, Kate and Joshua head back to Disneyland's Pirates of the Caribbean to investigate the Captain and Crew's Quarters, search for more possible real pirates hiding in the attraction, and follow a few very Disney history rabbit trails along the way.After recently uncovering evidence that some real-life pirates may be represented among the pirates of Dead Man's Cove, we're asking an even bigger question: Did Marc Davis really abandon his historical research, or could there be more real pirates hiding throughout the attraction?We'll also share the surprisingly poignant story behind the Pirates parrot created while Walt Disney was ill, then leave the Caribbean entirely to explore some of the fascinating fictional maps hidden throughout Disney attractions, from Big Thunder Mountain and Indiana Jones Adventure to DisneySea, Pandora, Mission: SPACE and more.After that, we debate one of our favorite Pirates questions:Do we actually travel back in time?So clock in for another Distory Nite Shift as we chase some rabbit trails and try to untangle some of the Disney stories that may or may not have historical evidence backing them up. Resources referenced in this episode:United Tech Prologuehttps://www.epcotlegacy.com/history/ut-seasprologueKate's books & Substackhttps://disneycicerone.com/Wayback WED Disney History Fan Eventhttps://waybackwed.com/E82 Living Seas Merch https://epcotlegacy-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/sea-life--Distory Nite Shift is a newer addition to the Distory Podcast!

Join us at our table as we taste The Plaza's limited-time Halloween offerings, starting with the delightfully creepy Skull Meatloaf. This thick, skull-shaped meatloaf is served over creamy red-skin mashed potatoes with seasonal green beans, crispy onions, and a Caribbean-style glaze. It may look a little frightening when it arrives, but does the flavor bring it back from the dead? We discuss the portion size, seasoning, crispy edges, and why serving the sauce around the plate may be the secret to making this meatloaf work.Next up is the Devilish Crispy Chicken Sandwich, featuring a generously sized piece of fried chicken topped with ghoulish spiced mayonnaise, red cabbage, and Fresno peppers, all served on a wonderfully soft black kaiser roll. The heat starts gently, but it doesn't stay that way! We talk about the sandwich's slow-building spice, super-crispy chicken, tangy cabbage, and whether this Halloween creation crosses the line from “Disney spicy” into genuinely spicy territory.Of course, no Halloween meal is complete without dessert. We finish our lunch with the limited-time caramel pecan cheesecake, a layered treat with a chocolate cookie crust, vanilla cheesecake, caramel pecan cheesecake, chopped pecans, and plenty of caramel and chocolate on the plate. Even a diner who normally wouldn't choose a pecan dessert finds this one dangerously close to plate-licking territory.Along the way, we discuss The Plaza's reliably good food and service, where it ranks among Magic Kingdom's table-service restaurants, and whether the chicken sandwich or skull meatloaf would be our first choice on a return visit. We also break down the final bill, marvel at the surprisingly reasonable cheesecake price, question the wisdom of paying $4.99 for a Sprite, and perform a little classic Disney math.Are these Halloween offerings worth adding to your Magic Kingdom plans? Pull up a chair and find out in this lively, honest, and occasionally noisy restaurant review recorded right from the heart of the park!

We're back at the 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival with more bites, sips, surprises, and completely unfiltered reactions in Part 2 of our live review.This time, we try an elevated brisket Sloppy Joe from Hops & Barley, spicy tuna and Wagyu beef hand rolls in Japan, a chicken gyro from Greece, flavorful hummus bowls at Tangierine Café, plant-based mushroom chili, beef bourguignon, Brazilian shrimp, a cookie butter Belgian waffle, Korean-inspired poutine, and plenty of festival desserts.Along the way, we discover some unexpected favorites, debate which items are worth their price, and finish tasting all the festival's new dishes before sharing our biggest hits and misses.This episode features audio edited down from our full video reviews. To watch every review and see the food and reactions for yourself, visit WonderlandCrew.com. You can join the Wonderland Crew for full access or purchase individual videos.

In this episode of the GaryVee Audio Experience, I sit down with Mark Manson - author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck and co-writer of Will Smith's memoir - for a long-overdue conversation. I talk about why the second you're living for outside affirmation, it's game over, and why values are the sorting mechanism that keeps you from drowning in noise. I share my simple framework for handling judgment: do the people who know me best like me? Mark and I get into why parenting builds the value system and why the answer to a red-and-blue world is purple. I also discuss becoming Walt Disney instead of Mickey Mouse.

Swan Reserve is part of the Swan and Dolphin collection of hotels at Walt Disney World. In this episode, I review my hosted stay, sponsored by the Swan Reserve. Located steps from EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and the Disney Resorts around Crescent Lake (plus the Disney Skyliner), Swan Reserve is a Marriott Autograph Collection property that shares amenities with Swan and Dolphin and offers the perks of a Disney Deluxe Resort. This episode includes what to expect at Swan Reserve and the reasons to stay there on your next Disney vacation. Learn more about your next stay at https://swandolphin.com/. Get ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, in-depth news analysis, and premium content at patreon.com/imaginationskyway. To plan a trip, be sure to work with KMV Travel.   Read Matt's Imagineering column in WDW Magazine.   Imagination Skyway is a Disney Parks and Imagineering podcast. Episodes explore attraction design, recap Disney news, and dive into the stories behind the magic, including interviews with Disney Imagineers, Disney Legends, and other Disney creators. Not affiliated with or endorsed by The Walt Disney Company. Disney is a trademark of The Walt Disney Company.   Tag me and join the conversation below. Instagram: www.instagram.com/imaginationskyway Facebook: www.facebook.com/imaginationskyway YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@imaginationskyway Email: matthew.krul@imaginationskyway.com  How to Support the Show Share the podcast with your friends Rate and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Join our Patreon Group - https://www.patreon.com/imaginationskyway Enjoy the show!

879 · Return to Progress City: Imagining Walt Disney's City of TomorrowWhat if the most interesting thing about Walt Disney's Progress City isn't that it was never built, but that it was never really finished?Recorded live at the WDW Radio booth at D23, former Walt Disney Imagineering President Bob Weis and artist, architect, and former Imagineer Eric Robison join me to explore Eric's extraordinary new book, Return to Progress City.What begins with Walt's original vision for EPCOT becomes something much bigger: a conversation about imagination, architecture, storytelling, technology, creativity, and what happens when you give yourself permission to start with a blank page.Eric shares how a pandemic project to paint another 100 Mickeys ended at number 38 when his imagination pulled him back to the Progress City model that had fascinated him since childhood. Bob also reveals something remarkable from Marty Sklar's archives: Marty's original handwritten notes from conversations with Walt about EPCOT and the City of Tomorrow.We explore the wonderfully strange Progress City story Bob and Eric dreamed up over pastrami and martinis, how Imagineers move from rough “chicken scratch” to places filled with story and emotion, why Eric believes something human can disappear when we jump too quickly to the computer, the role of AI in creativity, and why even the most beautiful visual idea still needs a writer and a story.And then Bob hands Eric a blank card and asks him to draw the future, right there at the table.I also share something very personal from D23: the release of my new book, The Disney Interviews: Disney Legends Edition. This new 456-page collection preserves 18 in-depth conversations with Disney Legends including Julie Andrews, Marty Sklar, Richard M. Sherman, Tony Baxter, Alan Menken, Joe Rohde, Bob Gurr, Alice Davis, Don Hahn, Jodi Benson, Paige O'Hara, Dave Smith, and more, along with completely new introductions, stories, context, and artwork, along with completely new introductions, stories, context, and artwork. It is available now in paperback and Kindle on Amazon.If Walt handed you that blank page today, what would you add to Progress City?