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Missing the Mouse - A Walt Disney World and Disneyland Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 29:38

http://www.attractionchecklist.com - Join me as I head to EPCOT to see for the first time and bid farewell to the nighttime spectacular Harmonious on this episode of Attraction Checklist. Attraction audio recorded on February 25, 2023. TRANSCRIPT: Welcome to Attraction Checklist. This episode we experience EPCOT's current (as of this recording in March of 2023) nighttime spectacular Harmonious. There are no age or height requirements for Harmonious and the guide map describes it by saying, “Discover how Disney music and stories have the power to bring people from all around the world together to unlock the magic of possibility.” There is no thrill level listed for this attraction. Before we head to World Showcase Lagoon, here are 5 more fast facts about Harmonious. 1. Harmonious was announced at the D23 Destination D event in 2018. It was set to replace EPCOT Forever in 2020 but was delayed to 2021 due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. After a few test performances, Harmonious officially debuted on October 1, 2021. The show replaced Epcot Forever which we covered on episode 94 of this podcast. 2. The show make use of pyrotechnics, choreographed water fountains, lasers, searchlights, floating set pieces and LED screens 3. The show's barges are collectively known as The Compass. The four arc-shaped barges are named after the nearest intersecting World Showcase pavilion. They are Mexico, Germany, Canada and France. The center platform holds a six story tall ring that houses a high pressure water curtain for show projections. 4. An album featuring the show's soundtrack was released by Walt Disney Records on October 29, 2021. 5. On September 11, 2022, Disney announced that Harmonious would have it's last performance on April 2, 2023, to be replaced by the returning Epcot Forever. Let's check out Harmonious at EPCOT. This recording captures the first (and last) time I'll be seeing the show so I'll give you my thoughts afterwards. This is a binaural recording so If you have headphones, put them on now as we experience Harmonious at Walt Disney World's EPCOT! The attraction audio recorded for this episode is available exclusively to the Saturday Morning Media Patron Patron. Support the show and get fun Bonus content over at http://www.patreon.com/saturdaymorningmedia Episode edited by Stephen Staver FOLLOW US https://www.instagram.com/attractionchecklist/ http://www.twitter.com/SaturdayMMedia https://www.linkedin.com/company/saturday-morning-media http://www.youtube.com/user/SaturdayMorningMedia?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW GRANT http://www.MrGrant.comhttp://www.twitter.com/toasterboy https://instagram.com/throwingtoasters/ SOURCES: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/entertainment/epcot/harmonious/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harmonious_(Epcot) Show ©2023 Saturday Morning Media/Grant Baciocco

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354: Barge-Be-Gone

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 36:57

The barges are leaving the World Showcase Lagoon! There's other stuff, but the barges are leaving!!!

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#1202 - Happily Ever After Returns April 3, TRON Lightcyle Run Opens April 4, Harmonious Barges Are Leaving!

The DIS Unplugged - A Weekly Roundtable Discussion About All Things Disney World

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2023 53:20

01/10/23 - In this episode, Disney has had a big day and announced that Happily Ever After will return to the Magic Kingdom on April 3rd with Main Street projections, TRON Lightcycle / Run will open on April 4, the barges will leave the World Showcase Lagoon after Harmonious ends on April 2, plus so much more! Important DIS links and more information!

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Harmonious

Soundscapes by Here With the Magic

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2022 48:10

Harmonious, the breathtaking nighttime spectacular at Epcot in Walt Disney World, is a celebration of music and its ability to bring people together from all corners of the world. First we're treated to a pre-show suite of international songs that are upbeat and representative of Epcot's World Showcase pavilions. Then, as the lights go down and the flames surrounding the World Showcase Lagoon are extinguished, the air is filled with an ethereal symphony of voices. And we're on our way! ----- Want More Here With The Magic? Watch Our Show: Here With The Magic More Videos: YouTube Visit The Website: https://herewiththemagic.com Join the Café: Become a Member Connect on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/herewiththemagic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herewiththemagic/ --

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Episode 117 - EPCOT Nighttime Shows

Sounds Of Disney

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 42:03

This week we are doing a little time travel once again. One location, three different times. So let's make our way over to the World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT. We start out in 2019 as we enjoy the sounds of EPCOT Forever. We then travel back in time to the year 1996 as we enjoy the sounds of Illuminations 25 in celebration of the 25th anniversary of EPCOT. Finally we land in the year 1984 as we enjoy the synthesized sounds of Laserphonic Fantasy. . . . Show Patrons: Brenda Howton Allington Brown Warren Budenbender Kelly Mayer Scott Geyer Jared Story Thomas Hartman Brian Martin James Farrington Nick Baker Anne Griffith Maria Sanchez Sokolowski Great Nate Elisabeth Puglisi Sydney Weddleton Kyle Horton Rachel Sutton Jonathan Howser Jennifer Gorlick Holly King Christine Champagne Victoria & Darren Janey and Gary Zerilli Raffi Minassian Jenna Bench Shay Lochinger Gillian Shipley Katherine Lund Leitrim Peters . . . . Questions/comments: soundsofdisneypodcast@gmail.com Support the show at: www.patreon.com/soundsofdisney --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sounds-of-disney/support

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Epcot Festival of the Holidays Part 2

Soundscapes by Here With the Magic

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 46:37

Soundscapes: Epcot Festival of the Holidays Part 2 Follow along with the show notes below! Want More Here With The Magic? Visit The Website: https://herewiththemagic.com Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/HereWithTheMagic Connect on social media: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/herewiththemagic Facebook Community: https://www.herewiththemagic.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herewiththemagic/ We invite you to join us for Here With The Magic's 12 Days of Christmas! Beginning on December 12th, we will be covering over 8,000 miles and presenting 16 shows (4 of which will be exclusive to Here With The Magic Café Members) from exciting, festive locations! To learn more and to RSVP, click here: https://www.facebook.com/events/2824527467846040 ---------- (3:46) Over the course of the last century, Christmas has become less of a religiously associated holiday in the Western part of the world, adopting icons and traditions beloved by people of all faith affiliations and cultural backgrounds. Though the season is still predominantly rooted in Christian tradition, with songs regaling the birth of a savior and families gathering to worship together, the burgeoning popularity of Santa Claus in the early nineteenth century welcomed the secular world to experience the joy of Christmas for themselves. Today, families all over the world come together around the time of the Winter Solstice to exchange gifts, enjoy lavishly appointed feasts, and spend quality time with one another. Especially in Europe and in North America, the most popular and universally recognizable Christmas custom involves a benevolent gift-giver who comes to leave presents for children as they sleep on Christmas Eve. Known by different names around the world, this jolly and joyous champion of generosity is descended from the person of St. Nicholas, who was a historical figure in Asia Minor during the reign of the Roman Empire. The story of St. Nicholas is shrouded in mystery and riddled with legend, the most widely accepted of which recounts an occasion where Nicholas dropped bags of coins through the open window of a poor man while he slept, in order to save his three daughters from ruin. Whatever the true circumstances of his altruism, St. Nicholas was a very real person who inspired the inauguration of Santa Claus and his various namesakes centuries later. St. Nicholas' feast day is celebrated during the Christian season of Advent, just a few weeks before Christmas. Children leave their shoes out for St. Nicholas, just as they hang stockings on the mantel for Santa on Christmas Eve. In the morning, they find small trinkets and chocolate coins (known as “gelt” to Jewish children during Hanukkah) to commemorate that parable of selflessness which bestowed on him a reputation which the figure of Santa Claus carries on today. That is where our journey re-commences today, far from the Mediterranean shores that we departed when last we made merry at the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. Halfway around World Showcase Lagoon, the stately elegance of the American Adventure pavilion scores our welcome with elegant piano music that trails away like snowflakes falling slowly to Earth. (5:14) Christmas decorations in patriotic red, white, and blue are hung along the stone fountain and around the white columns of the colonial theater. A corresponding Christmas tree stands next to the holiday kitchen, where the comforting aroma of a Thanksgiving reprise draws us in - turkey and cranberry sauce and all the classic trimmings. Just beyond is the heart of all the action, the one and only Santa Claus, seated on a velvet throne and surrounded by children vying for his attention and listening ears. Like something out of a classic Christmas storybook or a Norman Rockwell painting, Santa's interactions with each girl and boy are enough to grow the Grinchiest heart at least three sizes. (6:00) Listen closely - do you hear Santa speaking to a shy little princess and her precocious older brother? This is the Magic of the season revealed to us right Here and now in the innocence of youth. It is their belief, wholesome and unwavering, that reminds us that joy is found when we permit ourselves to experience life and this Magical season through the eyes of a child, through their audacious hope and limitless dreams. As we watch from afar, this perfectly serendipitous moment becomes a memory, an inspiration that will open our minds and hearts to all that we are about to see and discover. And it is with that renewal of spirit and spring in our step that we continue on, far across the sea to the Middle East of the year 164 B.C. (7:38) Along the stone dwellings and torchlit streets of Jerusalem, the recently liberated Maccabees sought to give thanks to the goodness of God for delivering them from their oppressors. They entered their sacred temple and discovered that they only had enough oil to last one night of their vigil. By some miracle, their oil lasted for eight nights, until someone was able to return and replenish their supply. They praised God for his faithfulness and protection over their people, and so the Festival of Lights, Hanukkah, was born. Today, Hanukkah is celebrated in Jewish homes and temples all over the world. For eight nights, families gather in remembrance and jubilation, reaching across the generations to connect with their ancestors who endured so much in the name of freedom. Gifts are exchanged and wooden dreidels are spun for prizes and tokens of prosperity. Slowly braised and tender Brisket is the centerpiece of their feast, surrounded by crispy potato latkes fried in oil to commemorate the eight nights of miraculous light so long ago. For dessert, sweet, jam-filled donuts called sufganiyot are sure to satisfy the sugar cravings of the whole mishpacha. Traditional songs are sung and friends and neighbors greet each other with a heartfelt “Shalom,” a blessing of peace to all who seek to experience the Magic of this season of light. (8:50) In anticipation of our excursion across the seas to our next holiday celebration, let's pause Here for a moment and listen to the story of Hanukkah, as it is told by someone who holds its spiritual significance and whimsical wonder very close to his heart. (18:27) There is arguably no continent more redolent with holiday enchantment than the whole of Europe. Its storybook settings, complete with rich history, spellbinding castles and breathtaking architecture make it the backdrop of many a Christmas fantasy. In France, the holidays are a time of abundance and magnanimity. French families spare no expense in their preparations, indulging where they have lived more frugally in the months leading up to the season. Our journey through the holidays around the world wouldn't be complete without a digression Here, where the elegance of France is augmented by glittering stars and swirling garlands. The smells of peppermint and sweet pâtisserie permeate the air, enticing our appetites into luxurious indulgence. Flourishing poinsettias offset the Parisian color palette with pops of cheery crimson. Miniature Christmas scenes depict the Tour de Eiffel and the Arc de Triomphe, with a third ornamental display dedicated to the beloved French holiday tradition: the Bûche de Noël. Known to the English-speaking world as a Yule log, this decadent cake is rolled and filled to emulate the trunk of a tree, and decorated with marzipan mushrooms and leaves. The Yule log imbibes the Christmas wishes of those who partake in its creation, their selfless act of sharing an assurance that they will indeed come true. (20:21) Of course, our Joyeux Noël would not be complete without a visit from the legendary person whose namesake the holiday holds. He is a symbol of hope and gratitude, anticipation and childlike delight to all French people, young and old. As we hear the unmistakable crescendo of Christmas bells, let us take a moment in this beautiful pavilion to be regaled by a heartwarming tale from the sweet and beguiling Père Noël. His account of the Christmas Eve traditions beloved by families throughout all of France comes in the form of a letter from his little friend Babette, who lives in the scenic countryside of Provence. Babette writes to Père Noël to share her love for the whole Christmas season and most especially, Le Réveillon de Noël, the Christmas Eve festivities that French families spare no expense in making the grandest event of the year. They enjoy sumptuous feasts of roast goose, fromage, and savory pâté, escargot and succulent oysters. For dessert, the pièce de résistance: a classic Bûche de Noël. The feast is followed by joyous caroling and endless merriment. Many families dress in their holiday best and attend Midnight Mass together, returning home to place le Petit-Jésus in their own crèche, or Nativity scene, which in France is broadened to include figurines of local merchants and townspeople. Then, when all is quiet and everyone is asleep, Père Noël leaves a special present in the shoes that children leave expectantly by the extinguished embers of their fireplaces. On Christmas morning, squeals of delight at the sight of gifts and sweets tumbling from mismatched shoes call to mind a concept that we tend to lose sight of as age and experience breed skepticism and doubt. The faith of a child in that which they cannot see is a remarkable and fearless thing. Maybe, just maybe, that is where their joy comes from, that unassailable light that radiates from their souls and gives them their incredible courage. That is the Magic of youth, of Christmas, of believing in something bigger and more beautiful than what we can easily see. (31:07) Though it is hard to imagine a more uplifting holiday story than that of Père Noël, we are once again cajoled by a refrain of jingle bells, and so we make our way over the bridge and onto the charming cobblestone streets of jolly old England. Here, a Happy Christmas is already well underway. Every corner and doorway in the village square has been strung with lights and garland, multi-colored baubles and quintessential Christmas crackers. Their pops and bangs won't be heard until Christmas Eve, but there are enough roars of laughter and yuletide festivities emanating from the local pub to last until then, anyway. (31:40) A jovial bell-ringer belts out a traditional Welsh carol to all the watching villagers, calling to us with a reverberating “Hear ye, hear ye!” We gather in eager curiosity around the Christmas tree, where Father Christmas himself entertains us with stories and song and his brazen, conspicuous laugh, brimming with that cozy feeling that warms even the coldest winter nights up and down the country. It turns out, according to the well-traveled Father Christmas, that many of the most well-known and beloved holiday traditions the world over actually originated in the United Kingdom. As in many American homes, British families hang their stockings by the fireplace on Christmas Eve and exchange gifts with one another on Christmas morning. Many timeless Christmas stories, such as Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, were written and set in the heart of England during the largely romanticized Victorian era. Even the custom of hanging mistletoe is passed down from the earliest inhabitants of modern-day England and Ireland. Father Christmas is full of the wisdom of the ages, of tales from his travels and holiday cheer in spades. His laughter is infectious, his demeanor gregarious and warm. As his story comes to an end and he wishes us well on our way, he shares one last yuletide carol to carry us merrily on to the finale of our journey through the holidays, the culmination of all the joy and hope we have found Here as we've traveled near and far. (40:56) The Candlelight Processional has been a beloved tradition at Disney Parks since the first one took place at Disneyland in December 1958. Since then, it has brought guests of all ages, races, religions, and nations together to hear the biblical story of Christmas told with such passion and humanity that it is sure to resonate with each one of us, whether we celebrate Christmas or not. A full orchestra led by a renowned conductor accompany a choir assembled from within the Disney cast member family. They come together to fill the air with joyful noise, welcoming us into this theater under the stars with an array of sprightly, seasonal favorites. Then, as the story begins and we are transported to back thousands of years to the village of Bethlehem, the music betrays a paradigm shift. It moves from winter whimsy to a sort of ardent yearning as we follow shepherds and wise men on their earnest pursuit of a revelatory star, and of the baby sleeping peacefully beneath its heavenly glow. A triumphant symphony bursts suddenly into the prophetic stillness of the night. With trumpet sounds and cymbal crashes and a chorus of ethereal beauty, it announces the arrival of a promise finally fulfilled; of hope for generations and peace to all people, near and far. Magic and humanity have a unique way of converging this time of year, arousing compassion and curiosity in those otherwise content to carry on existing in their own spaces and routines, their own self-imposed confines. May we give ourselves over to that feeling today, as we find ourselves Here in this storybook of global unity and yuletide cheer. May we find joy everywhere we look, peace in the presence of chaos or calm, and Magic glowing brightly in our hearts and homes. From our Here With the Magic family to you and yours, we wish you a joyous and memorable holiday season and a bright and bountiful new year.

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Epcot Festival of the Holidays Part 1

Soundscapes by Here With the Magic

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2021 57:27

Soundscapes: Epcot Festival of the Holidays Part 1 Follow along with the show notes below! Want More Here With The Magic? Visit The Website: https://herewiththemagic.com Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/HereWithTheMagic Connect on social media: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/herewiththemagic Facebook Community: https://www.herewiththemagic.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herewiththemagic/ We invite you to join us for Here With The Magic's 12 Days of Christmas! Beginning on December 12th, we will be covering over 8,000 miles and presenting 16 shows (4 of which will be exclusive to Here With The Magic Café Members) from exciting, festive locations! To learn more and to RSVP, click here: https://www.facebook.com/events/2824527467846040 ---------- (4:17) For centuries, the Winter Solstice has marked the emergence of religious and cultural celebrations all around the world. For millennia, it has been a time of reverence for and connection with nature, a moment to align ourselves with the natural world, the seasons, and the spiritual connotations of the Earth. It has also served as a period of acknowledgement and gathering across diverse cultures and belief systems that exist in different parts of the world. As yet another calendar page reaches its end, we find ourselves once again in the imminence of the Winter Solstice, the holiday season, and all of the joy and anticipation it brings. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, the New Year or the age-old festival of the Winter Solstice, whether you participate in religious traditions or not, the act of gathering together with friends and loved ones to share a joyful, sensory experience is a recurring theme found the world over, in holidays both old and new. Here at EPCOT, the Festival of the Holidays promises that same feeling of joy in each of the eleven represented nations. Though each has its own unique culture and customs, a sense of familiarity propagates throughout every narrative. Weaving in and out of each story like the sweet aroma of holiday treats, the infectious, abundant merriment found Here could only inspire curiosity and an appetite for discovery. (6:00) Our yuletide celebration begins at the forecourt of the World Showcase, where an unseen orchestra welcomes us with a symphony of classic holiday carols. Encircling the vast Lagoon is a collection of the most renowned destinations, their talismans and notable landmarks towering high over the heads of awestruck travelers. Each have gathered for this International Festival of the Holidays, to share their cherished traditions and divulge the legends that have been passed down through the generations. With so many enchanting stories to step into, this crossroads begs the question: where to begin? Clockwise, of course! (7:12) The vibrant tapestry of color and music emanating from our left draws us into the heart of a joyous celebration in Mexico - ¡Feliz Navidad! All around us, the vibrato of mariachi song mingles with vivid hues of fuchsia and yellow to join the traditional red and green. Poinsettia flowers thrive in the warm, sun-bathed climate, and the intoxicating aroma of arepas, tamales, horchata and jalapeño engage our senses and hold us captive in their assertion. The Mayan pyramid which stands sentinel at the heart of the pavilion carries on the Navidad festivities with vivacious decor to echo the mood redolent throughout the pavilion. Inside the eternally twilit Mercado, we find a host of holiday merrymakers shopping and dining by the waterside canal, taking leisurely boat rides or sampling the nation's finest tequila. (9:00) This pavilion is alive with laughter and memories in the making, and we get to catch a glimpse of what it might be like to celebrate the season in Oaxaca or Mexico City, wandering the open air markets and listening to the animated excitement of the locals as they share their plans for the holiday with one another. (11:33) Back outside in the real-time sunshine, the talented vocalists and violinists of Mariachi Cobre regale us with beautiful holiday songs. Their jubilant geniality and heartwarming song lifts our spirits as their music soars and lilts around us. Dancers join the mariachi to tell the tale of Las Posadas. (12:34) Las Posadas is a ritual reenactment of a very select part of the Christmas story, wherein Mary and Joseph, imminently anticipating the birth of their son, earnestly seek lodging in Joseph's hometown of Bethlehem. As they are turned away again and again, their hope wavers even in the light of their great mission for God, until one kind soul offers the safety and warmth of a stable and a bed of sweet-smelling hay. Let's pause in this place for a moment to hear this beloved story, preserved through the ages and upheld by a melody to revive even the most enervated soul. Clap along and dance for joy; in Mexico, every day is a fiesta! (21:05) From ¡Feliz Navidad! to Good Yul! we make our way past the Royal Summerhus and onto the fjords of Scandinavia, bidding the last reverberating notes of Mariachi Cobre a fond farewell. Here, we find festive touches bundled up in fair isle sweaters and plenty of yuletide cheer to keep us warm on a long winter's night. Beloved for its picturesque winter scenes and mysterious legends of Norse gods and Vikings, Norway has a cozy, whimsical feel around the holidays. Sweeping fjords bordered by tiny kingdoms and towering stave churches lend an air of storybook Magic to this enigmatic part of the world. Frosted and gilded with glimmering icicles, Norway is a winter wonderland at the approach of the Solstice, with long, starry nights offering breathtaking views of the majestic Aurora Borealis. Here, St. Lucia's Day inspires a Festival of Lights to honor the Winter Solstice. Fires are lit to enliven the night and ward off sinister spirits, and young girls wear wreaths of candles on their heads to pay homage to St. Lucia's martyrdom for her faith. Here in this quaint Norwegian village, we find no shortage of festive decorations and inviting aromas. The Kringle Bakeri is warm and inviting, laden with sweetly spiced lefse, ornate kransekake, and skolebrød sprinkled with snowy coconut. Who could resist stopping in for a spell, to escape the cold and share a moment of sugary joy. Shops adorned in wreaths and holly are full of holiday bustle, while in the square outside, travelers gather to hear the story of a beloved holiday figure as he is known and loved by Norwegians. (21:40) Julenissen is the cunning and clever barn “Santa” who brings Christmas presents to children. In Scandinavian tradition, a nisse is a silly, temperamental spirit tasked with caring for and ensuring the prosperity of the family he watches over. In the mid-nineteenth century, Julenissen became the spirited and generous gift-bearer to not just Norwegians, but many Scandinavians. He embodies the jolly nature of our more well-known Santa Claus, with all the mystique and lore of a guardian spirit, though his love of porridge and hiding in hayloft is a bit of a departure from cookies and milk by the fireside. His antics delight visitors of all ages as he spontaneously appears while a local woman, Sigrid, retells the timeless story of Julenissen and his integral part in the Norwegian holiday season. Let your heart be light as you listen to the tale of this jovial holiday legend. (34:55) With the ringing of the Yule bell, our Christmas celebration in Norway comes to an end. A new year is just around the corner, and so we are invited to step into a very different narrative, one which dates back to ancient times and is highly revered by the people of China and their rich, enduring culture. (35:45:) Chinese New Year is a time of hope and reflection, of gratitude and resilient optimism. Also known as Lunar New Year, this ritual dates back over three thousand years to the Shang Dynasty, when it was observed as a winter festival to honor the gods and ancestors. In an effort to thwart the vicious agenda of the beast, Nian, people wore red clothes, burned bamboo, and made commotion to scare him away. Today, the celebration continues as a more entertaining endeavor. Chinese families gather to exchange gifts wrapped in red paper, set off firecrackers and fireworks, and stay up late enjoying delicious, “lucky” food at a reunion dinner. (37:00) One of the most recognizable Chinese New Year traditions is the incredible Lion Dance, which is either watched or performed by Chinese citizens and in Chinese communities across the globe. In China, the Lion symbolizes good luck and prosperity, strength of body and mind. With the new year at hand, the Lion Dance is performed to chase away evil spirits and bring good fortune to all in the months ahead. Vibrant and astonishing to behold, this custom is unlike anything we experience in the Western world. While it evokes the same festive, whimsical persona as parade floats might do Here at Walt Disney World, the spiritual resonance and cultural significance of this tradition leave us awestruck at the millennia of history and heritage speaking through this majestic creature and the magnificent ceremony at hand. Let's pause, once again, before we travel back to Christmastime. Be Here With the Magic of this ancestral story and its sounds still echoing through the ages. (44:50) Across the bridge from China, a lively, percussive interlude meets our ears in the African Outpost. A space often overlooked by travelers on their way to the pavilion beyond, the Outpost has some of the most beautiful views of World Showcase Lagoon. A marketplace mottled with the crafts and creations of traveling artisans, the vibrant rhythm and fascinating array of trinkets make this the perfect place to find a stocking stuffer or Hanukkah present as we pass through on our way to the next holiday story. Move to the beat and feel the gentle breeze drifting across the lagoon as you stroll along with us to the Bavarian village adorned in Christmas charm. (46:20) Germany is the country wherein many of our most beloved holiday traditions find their origin. The first Christmas trees were decorated and displayed in German homes in the seventeenth century, laden with roses and apples, candies and other sweet delights. Hand-carved wooden nutcrackers said to protect families from danger were given as tokens of good luck, and still today are such an iconic symbol of the season. Christmas angels are found in nearly every German home, passed down through the generations as symbols of those talismans of Christmastime: hope, love, peace, joy, and togetherness. During the month of December, Christmas markets pop up in cities and towns all over the world, seeking to emulate the look and feel of the original Weihnachtsmarkt in Germany. Stalls huddled together beneath majestic pine trees are hung with holly and ribbons and draped in sparkling lights and, if you're lucky, a fresh blanket of snow. The cozy feel and evident yuletide cheer mingles with the inviting aroma of warm gingerbread and roasted chestnuts, like a Christmas scene right out of a Hallmark card or a Dickens novel. Friends and family meet to enjoy a glass of mulled wine or a sizzling bratwurst, exchange season's greetings, or browse the selection of handmade ornaments and decorations from local crafters. Here at EPCOT, a quaint Bavarian town has been transformed into an exquisite storybook village alight with holiday Magic. Red and gold baubles gleam from their garlands and wreaths adorning every shop and lampost, in every corner of this charming Alpine alcove. The smell of sweet caramel and savory schnitzel rises on the melody of a Christmas polka, inviting our senses to decide whether or not to assuage or deny our sweet tooth. Shouts of “Prost!” and the clinking of steins signify an exuberant celebration, as visitors share stories and laughter by the fountain in the center of the square, inside the Weinkeller, and in between bites of strudel. Children crane their necks to watch in awe the confectioners and glass blowers at work on their beautiful (and often delicious) creations. A chink of warm light spills into the square from the Die Weihnachte Ecke, the Christmas Corner where German Christmas decorations and centuries-old traditions are displayed and sold year-round. Find a blown glass Christmas pickle to hide in your tree on Christmas Eve, an Advent calendar to count down the days with your family, or an ornately hand-crafted Nutcracker to stand sentinel on your mantel, waiting for Der Weihnachtsmann - Santa Claus! Encumbered by gifts and treats and a pretzel the size of wagon wheel, it is time to wish a Frohe Weihnachten (Merry Christmas) to Germany, the Weihnachtsmarkt, and all the Magic of the season in this European Christmas fairytale come to life. As we bid Auf Wiedersehen to the merry tunes, luscious sweets, and joyful memories we've made Here, we can hear the accordion music shift and crescendo as we continue our whirlwind holiday tour in…Italy! (50:40) Residing in Southern Europe and bordered by the Mediterranean, Italy's diverse landscapes, ornate architecture, and largely Roman Catholic population make it an international destination during the holiday season. From the snow-capped Alps in Northern Italy to the romantic canals of Venice and the sovereign grandeur of Rome, every region offers its own idiosyncratic customs and cuisine to accompany the merriment. In the North, the joy of Christmas morning begins at midnight with a torch-lit ski trip down the mountains. In Rome, Italians attend Christmas Eve Mass at the Vatican, where the Pope himself presides over the congregation to relay a message of peace and goodwill while a choir fills the palatial space with glorious song. One of the most eminent hallmarks of Italian culture is the importance of gathering together with friends and loved ones to share a meal and purvey gratitude for the gift of life and each other. At Christmastime, this ritual takes on an even greater meaning. Deliciously irresistible delicacies and traditional feasts are at the heart of the holiday for Italians during this month-long celebration. On Christmas Eve, the Feast of the Seven Fishes is a traditionally meatless custom that includes seven (yes, seven!) courses of seafood to begin the holiday on a pure and healthful note. Then, all is undone by the plethora of regional sweets that adorn holiday tables in homes across the country. Panettone is the perfect accompaniment to a Christmas morning cappuccino, while a Roman breakfast spread might include spiced mostaccioli pastries. In Siena, cavallucci flavored with almonds, anise, and bejeweled with candied fruit dance of the palette and recall sweet memories of holidays past. All throughout Italy, tables groan under the weight of such tantalizing treats, while laughter rings from the rafters and glasses are raised high in hope and joyous revelry. Here at EPCOT, we find a replica reminiscent of a Christmas scene in Piazza San Marco, complete with garland and lights strung up along the archways of Doge's Palace and wrapping the wrought iron lampposts casting halos of light onto the stone benches and the towering Campanile. The genuine counterpart of this Venetian square also plays host to a multi-story tree comprised entirely of golden lights, with a gleaming Star of Bethlehem burning brightly into the night from on high. (51:20) Here, the square remains open and inviting, elegant and refined. The raised platform at the center serves as a sort of stage to welcome our final guest of honor, a most enigmatic and benevolent figure called La Befana. Her story is legend, dating back to as early as the eighth century, and helps to account for the reason why, in Italy, Christmas is celebrated well into January. As she tells her tale of Christmas, of how she has searched in earnest for the Christ child each Epiphany Eve for more than two thousand years, listen to the yearning in her voice, the longing to complete her quest, and the generosity of spirit that she has displayed throughout her journey. La Befana leaves gifts and sweet treats for Italian children on the evening of January 5th, hoping that she will find the Christ child in her travels. In exchange, families leave a glass of goccia di grappa (Italian brandy) a wedge of cheese to fortify as she goes. And although she declined the invitation of the three wise men to accompany them on their way to visit the baby Jesus, she has never given up her dream of finding him and paying homage with her own humble offerings. Legend tells of her diligence and unwavering faith, her kindness, and the hope that guides her on her way. She is undeterred and tenacious; her spirit cannot be broken at the notion of her dream finally being realized someday, somehow. La Befana's story is the perfect place to pause on our holiday tour of nations. Listen to her words, the passion in her voice as she inspires us to seek the desires of our hearts, to say “yes” in the year to come - to new adventures, chance encounters, and quiet moments of joy and reflection at all of the wonders that surround us. The holiday season is a time to turn back time and contemplate, not just the triumphs and trials of the year gone by, but the moments in between. These are the moments of waiting, of wondering, of wishing and willing reality to pan out half as well as our daydreams. They are the moments of pause and peace and utter contentment that stand out in our memory as prominently as our highs and lows. They are the “before;” before the sun comes up, before the day winds down, before the clock strikes midnight and we welcome in a brand new year. Let's create more of those moments this holiday season. Let's find more Magic in the mundane, more wonder in the waiting. Like La Befana waiting in wistful longing for the appearance of the Christ child, like the anticipation of a season of joy and togetherness, or of the arrival of a sprightly barn Santa, these moments of “before” are charged with such a palpable energy, it could only be described as the Magic of the holiday season. And so, until we continue our yuletide expedition around the world, we hope you'll find a moment to step into these timeless and beloved holiday stories. Find a narrative that resonates with you, that fills you with a sense of nostalgic joy or curiosity. Listen to the sounds of the season, both near and far, and let your heart be comforted by the holiday traditions that never fail to find us and bring us home, year after year. As our holiday journey continues, we hope you'll come along and be a part of it all. Let us bring you into the realms of enchantment that live Here, onto the pages of this living storybook that spans the generations. Let your heart be light. Let your spirit be lifted up, adorned with Christmas cheer, and Here, as always, With the Magic.

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Ep #27 - Catching Up, Harmonious, Enchantment and the Rest of WDW's 50th

Off Harbor & Main

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2021 83:30

We're back! We figured it would be good to do some catching up, give a “state of the podcast” and provide our thoughts on all things WDW 50th Anniversary. The crew discusses Epcot's new nighttime spectacular - Harmonious, Magic Kingdom's Enchantment, MagicBand+, and all the other decorations and festivities that come with Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversary. Get those drinks and join us. Cheers!Interact:Email - podcast@offharborandmain.comTwitter - @offharborInstagram - @offharborYouTube - Off Harbor & MainFacebook - Off Harbor & MainWebsite - OffHarborAndMain.comThe Hosts:Joel - Twitter & IG: @TangaroaJoelBeth - Twitter & IG: @PixieDustVibesMatt - Twitter: @ST1401toEndor | IG: @LightSpeedToEndorDerick - Twitter: @Esplanerd

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HarmonioUS | Epcot | Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary | Sam's Disney Diary

Sams Disney Diary

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2021 6:38

Walt Disney World Harmonious World Premier! Recorded Opening Night September 29, 2021. Disney music serves as the world's soundtrack across cultures, continents and generations as a source of joy, hope, and possibility. Those emotions take center stage with “Harmonious,” a new senses-stirring nighttime spectacular debuting Oct. 1, 2021, at EPCOT. Launching in concert with “The World's Most Magical Celebration” honoring 50 years of Walt Disney World Resort, “Harmonious” shines a light on 15 favorite Disney songs reimagined by a culturally diverse ensemble of 240 artists from around the globe, including musicians, composers, arrangers, vocalists and more. In total, the music was performed and recorded through more than 110 sessions in nine different countries. The new show continues the multi-year transformation of EPCOT, the Disney theme park dedicated to human achievement and fellowship among nations. “Harmonious” takes EPCOT guests on a thrilling journey through new interpretations of classic Disney songs as they've never been heard before, inspired, and influenced by cultures and people from around the world. The music plays amid choreographed moving fountains and lights, lasers, fireworks, and other pyrotechnics bursting spectacularly above and around World Showcase Lagoon. “Music is the heart of any celebration, and Disney music touches people's lives through powerful melodies and memorable lyrics that are inspiring -- in any language,” said Steven Davison, executive creative director, Disney Live Entertainment. “The driving force of ‘Harmonious' is the music, featuring voices of the world coming together to share in timeless Disney songs.” https://youtu.be/kvZvLc9FQVg

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Anthem, Global Harmonies, and a Ukulele

GEEKS CORNER

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2021 30:58

Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! Tonight, there are a lot of musical topics to chat about…and some others! Mr. DAPs and Caitie have a blast geeking out about it all. Things start out with a discussion about Star Wars: Visions. Then the discussion moves to the new Drawn to Life Cirque du Soleil show that is coming to Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort. The GEEKS also chat about the upcoming Home Alone movie, Home Sweet Home Alone, coming to Disney+ this holiday season. Moving back over to Walt Disney World Resort, there are a lot of exciting things coming in the next couple of months. First off, EPCOT's Space 220 will be opening in September. This is going to be an out-of-this-world dining experience and will be a blast to experience! On October 1st, Harmonious will be bringing together voices from around the world for this new show in World Showcase Lagoon. Also, The Magic is Calling You is the anthem for Walt Disney World Resort's 50th Anniversary. The GEEKS chat about all of these things and what they are most looking forward to about them. Finally, Mr. DAPs has brought out the ukulele and is accompanying himself with it while he whistles. While this segment doesn't have a name, it will most likely be a recurring one if you enjoy it enough! So, any ideas for the name of the segment would be greatly appreciated! We'll also be taking requests for future songs if you'd like! We hope you enjoy this week's episode of GEEKS CORNER! We'll see you 'round the corner! THE WEEK IN GEEK Star Wars: Visions Trailer https://dapsmagic.com/2021/08/star-wars-visions-trailer-is-released-as-voice-cast-is-revealed-for-upcoming-disney-series/ Drawn to Life Trailer https://dapsmagic.com/2021/08/tickets-to-go-on-sale-for-drawn-to-life-on-august-20-ahead-of-november-opening-at-walt-disney-world-resort/ Home Sweet Home Alone Coming to Disney+ for the Holidays https://dapsmagic.com/2021/08/home-sweet-home-alone-coming-to-disney-this-holiday-season/ EPCOT's Space 220 Opening in September https://dapsmagic.com/2021/08/epcots-space-220-to-begin-offering-out-of-this-world-dining-in-september/ Harmonious Bring Music Together From Around the Globe https://dapsmagic.com/2021/08/harmonious-ensemble-brings-wide-range-of-artists-together-from-around-the-globe/ The Magic is Calling You Anthem to Unite All of Walt Disney World Resort for 50th Anniversary https://dapsmagic.com/2021/08/the-magic-is-calling-you-anthem-to-unite-all-of-walt-disney-world-for-50th-anniversary-celebration/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeks/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/geeks/support

Episode 56: Trip Report Part 2

The Hyperion Hub

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2021 26:46

We're closing out John Alois' trip report from Walt Disney World this week. You'll hear his take on the Disney Skyliner, Riviera, and those big metal structures sticking out of the World Showcase Lagoon. We'll talk about the hits and misses. Plus, as we get ready for the 4th of July, we're discussing The American Adventure. Do you have a topic for us? We'd love to hear from you. You can email or send us a recorded audio message at podcast@thehyperionhub.com. Find us on social media on Facebook, Instagram and on Twitter @HubHyperion. The Hyperion Hub is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its subsidiaries.

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Disney Worlds 50th Anniversary Events

MouseChat.net – Disney, Universal, Orlando FL News & Reviews

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2021 18:45

Disney World 50th Anniversary Events Beginning Oct. 1, “The World's Most Magical Celebration” honors the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort, and, wow, do we have some great new details to share with you about this incredible 18-month event. A new nighttime spectacular, “Disney Enchantment,” will help kick off the 50th anniversary festivities when it debuts Oct. 1 at Magic Kingdom Park. Created to launch with “The World's Most Magical Celebration,” this evening extravaganza will take Guests on a journey filled with adventure, wonder and empowerment. Inspiring everyone to believe in magic, “Disney Enchantment” will feature music, enhanced lighting, stunning fireworks and, for the first time, immersive projection effects that extend from Cinderella Castle down Main Street, U.S.A. Joining “Disney Enchantment” on Oct. 1 will be “Harmonious” at EPCOT, one of the largest nighttime spectaculars ever created for a Disney park. This new show will bring the globe together at World Showcase Lagoon in a celebration of Disney music that inspires people worldwide. It's a grand, powerful tribute to the stories and songs that unite us, embracing new technical magic that incorporates pyrotechnics, choreographed moving fountains, lighting and media in new ways. “Harmonious” will invite Guests to travel the globe through new interpretations of classic Disney songs as you've never heard them before, reimagined in more than a dozen languages by a diverse group of 240 artists from around the world. There's also new daytime entertainment stirring at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Check out this artist rendering of “Disney KiteTails,” which will come alive several times daily at the Discovery River Amphitheater beginning Oct. 1. Performers will fly windcatchers and kites of all shapes and sizes, while out on the water elaborate three-dimensional kites – some stretching to 30 feet long – will depict Disney animal friends, including Simba, Zazu, Baloo and King Louie. These colorful creations will dance through the sky to the beat of favorite Disney songs in an uplifting, vibrant experience for the whole family. Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will be the hosts for “The World's Most Magical Celebration,” and they'll be decked out in sparkling new EARidescent fashions for the 50th anniversary. As you can see in the photo above, their best pals want to get in on the shimmer, too, as Donald Duck and Daisy Duck, Goofy and Pluto, and Chip ‘n' Dale will be sporting their own custom-made EARidescent looks beginning Oct. 1. Guests will get a chance to see them when they travel through Magic Kingdom Park several times daily in the new “Mickey's Celebration Cavalcade.” golden character sculptures These eight friends will also be featured in special golden character sculptures debuting Oct. 1 at Magic Kingdom; in this artist rendering, you can see Mickey and Minnie shining in the sunlight near Cinderella Castle. There will be 50 characters total in this series of sculptures that will be displayed across all four theme parks. We'll soon reveal more of the “Disney Fab 50” as excitement builds for the big day, as well as the surprising ways Guests will be able to interact with these beautiful sculptures as part of the 50th anniversary celebration.

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WLTP #151- Mexico vs France!!! World Showcase Showdown Finale!!

We Like Theme Parks

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2021 66:16

On this episode of the We Like Theme Parks Podcast, we are finishing up our battle of the best of the World Showcase Lagoon!!This week, we are joined by special guests and friends of the podcast, comedian Dale Boyer and content creator Nikki Reining as they fight to the death over which World Showcase is the best in Epcot. After a 6 month long showdown, it finally comes down to 2 pavilions. Who will the winner be? Will France be the Belle of the Ball or will we be having a fiesta in the Mexico pavilion? Find out today as our special guests tell us all about the best of the best for architecture and grounds, food and drinks, and fun stuff for each pavilion! It's the final Showcase Showdown and so much more fun and it's all happening right here on 151st episode of the We Like Theme Parks Podcast!

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Season 2, Episode 20 – What is your Perfect Disney Day?

On the Road with Mickey

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 46:59

Season 2, Episode 20 - What is your Perfect Disney Day? What is your Perfect Disney Day? Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, and that's Brenda, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is Season 2, Episode 20 for May 17, 2021, and our feature topic today is What is your Perfect Disney Day? We each devised our perfect Disney day, and we look forward to hearing what your perfect Disney day is as well! Grab a drink, relax, and join us as we talk about all the things that we came up with! Here's our rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big CheeseMike: In further moves towards a return to normal, Walt Disney World and Universal have reduced or are reducing the physical distancing requirements from six feet to three feet. However, at Walt Disney World specifically, the six feet distance is still in force in all dining locations, merchandise stores, and areas where guests can temporarily remove their masks (i.e. relaxstation stations).Sophie: Disney has launched a new line of sensory-friendly plush characters! Stuffed animals are always a great thing, but these plush characters feature a 2.5 pound weight that can be removed, and the material is softer for those who have issues with how certain things feel. You can get them at Disney Springs and they retail for $39.99. Current characters are Mickey, Minnie, Stitch, Eeyore, and Pooh.Brenda: Over at Ghirardelli's in Disney Springs, you have got to check out the Ghirardelli Ocean Beach Sundae! It's $12.95, and features Vanilla Ice Cream, Sea Salt, Caramel Sauce, and handmade Hot Fudge topped with Whipped Cream, Sea Salt, and a Ghirardelli SQUARES Milk Chocolate or Dark Chocolate candy.Mike: Lastly, we've got a bit of gossip! Nothing confirmed, so take this with not just a grain of salt, but perhaps a 5 pound bag...there is a rumor that Epcot Forever could return to World Showcase Lagoon for a limited time later this year! Personally, I just don't see this happening. With the work that's been done for the platforms for Harmonious, I think that would get in the way of the show. What do you think? Let us know in the comments!Also, if you haven't ever seen Epcot Forever, you can check out the live premier here: https://youtu.be/SXGENzdg29U?t=639 I set the timecode to start where the show actually starts in the video.Connect with us! Here's how: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/OnTheRoadwithMickeyYouTube: On the Road with Mickey (Don't forget to subscribe, like the videos, and comment!)Instagram: On the Road with MickeyEmail: info@ontheroadwithmickey.comPhone Voicemail: 919-799-8390Feature Topic: What is your Perfect Disney Day?Sophie's Perfect Disney DaySophie's perfect Disney day takes place in Epcot. Listen or watch to hear the whole day unfold.Brenda's Perfect Disney DayBrenda's perfect Disney day takes place in December, her absolute favorite time to visit Disney. Listen or watch to hear the whole day unfold.Mike's Perfect Disney DayThe perfect Disney Day for me is spent with my wife Cindy and daughter Sophie. Listen or watch to hear the whole day unfold.What is your perfect Disney Day?Listener ResponsesFrom Deb:Getting to MK before rope drop. Doing pictures in front of the castle, grabbing Starbucks for family members. Being by the rope when it's dropped in Adventure Land.. then walking as fast as we can to get to Big Thunder, then Splash Mt., If the crowd hasn't caught up, doing both again. Then over to Pirates, Jungle Cruise, Tiki Birds, .. time for lunch at Pecos Bills, then Dole Whip for dessert. Relax... Then Haunted Mansion and we let the rest of the day fall in place. Mickey pretzels late afternoon... Late dinner at Poly so we are on the beach for the water parade. Back to the park until it closes and then try to find the energy to get back to Pop Century for a drink before bedtime...This Day in Disney History for May 17Walt Disney's Silver BuffaloDisney Who's Who Character: Flash from ZootopiaWalt Disney Quote“Life is composed of lights and sha...

DPI Park Detail Series - EPCOT World Showcase

Disney Planning Insights Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2021 41:54

The World Showcase at EPCOT hosts a diversity of flavors, traditions, and scenery like no other area on Disney property. Peter from Princesses and the Mouse Disney Travel and I talk about what you can find around the World Showcase Lagoon and how to plan your day. Check out our growing content collection on: https://linktr.ee/DisneyInsights Shirts and More through StreamElements: https://merch.streamelements.com/disneyplanninginsightspodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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Disneyland Reopening: Theme Park Tickets & Park Reservations | Maskless Photos Allowed at Disney

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 9:56

On today’s Disney Round Up, Walt Disney World updates their face covering policies allowing guests to remove them when taking photos, the Trader Sam animatronic has been removed from Jungle Cruise at Magic Kingdom, and Disneyland Resort announces when guests can start making theme park reservations. Disney Round Up Ep. 984/7/2021#Disney #Disneyland #WaltDisneyWorldTopics-Disneyland Theme Park Ticket Reservations Know Before You Go (00:50)-Guests Can Remove Masks While Taking Outside Photos at Disney World (02:41)-First Wave of 50th Décor Installed on Cinderella Castle (03:19)-Trader Sam Animatronic Removed from Jungle Cruise (04:08)-EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Begins July 15 (05:19)-Tomorrowland Transit Authority People Mover Refurb Extended (06:05)-Tom Brady Visits Walt Disney World Following Super Bowl Victory (06:31)-Final Harmonious Barge Installed in World Showcase Lagoon (07:14)-New Loki Trailer (08:10)-New Trailer for Black Widow (08:40)Links:Disneyland Theme Park Ticket Reservations Know Before You Go:https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2021/04/heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-disneyland-resorts-reopening-including-theme-park-reservations-and-tickets/New Loki Trailer:https://youtu.be/nW948Va-l10New Trailer for Black Widow:https://youtu.be/Fp9pNPdNwjIInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/hey__itsjeff/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/Hey_ItsJeff Hey It's Jeff and welcome to my YouTube Channel! Come follow me and I'll share everything new with you at The Walt Disney Company, Disney Parks, and some other cool stuff, so stay tuned! Goal is to move to Florida and vlog from the parks every day. Join me on my journey! Also follow me on Instagram and Twitter. I'll try to post cool stuff on there too

Disney Dish Episode 316: Do you remember “Mickey’s Audition”?

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 56:20

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by talking about how the “HarmonioUS” barges haven’t exactly improved the view WDW visitors have as they look out on World Showcase Lagoon. Jim Hill then completes his five-part history of The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror This episode"s show notes are here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Disney Dish Episode 316: Do you remember “Mickey’s Audition”?

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 56:20

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by talking about how the “HarmonioUS” barges haven’t exactly improved the view WDW visitors have as they look out on World Showcase Lagoon. Jim Hill then completes his five-part history of The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror This episode's show notes are here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Night Time Discovery Update at Epcot

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 20:48

We head over to Epcot to check out all that's new to the park in the last few weeks. We take advantage of trying out some food & beverage specialties that are part of the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival. We showcase three things you may not have seen or were aware of in China. We embark on Spike's Pollen-Nation Exploration for 2021 and are surprised by the gift dishes at the end of the journey. We examine new additions made to the World Showcase Lagoon in preparation for HarmoniUS, and share why its centerpiece ring is not framed perfectly to the center of the lagoon. We find some hidden flower & garden gems in the pavilions and check out even more food plus some fun Easter eggs celebrating the 55th anniversary of "it's a small world" at Disneyland. Finally, we explore a returned rumor about a new hotel coming to Epcot. Lots to talk about. Join us!

Disney Begins Facial Recognition Tests for Park Entry | Disneyland Parks REOPEN Date | DRU Ep. 96

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 8:41

On today’s Disney Round up Disneyland Resort announces a reopening date for its theme parks, Disney gives some release details for a few upcoming films, and Walt Disney World begins testing facial recognition entry. Disney Round Up Ep. 963/24/2021#WaltDisneyWorld #DisneyParks #DisneyNewsTopics-Disneyland Reopening Dates (00:48)-Disney MagicMobile Menu (02:30)-Lighting Package Being added to Spaceship Earth (03:05)-Concept Art Surfaces of “Rumored” Moana Overlay of Enchanted Tiki Room (03:51)-Disney World Facial Entry Test (04:58)-Third Harmonious Barge added to World Showcase Lagoon (05:46)-Disney Movie Release Schedule (06:18)-Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary License Plates (07:15)Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/hey__itsjeff/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/Hey_ItsJeff Hey It's Jeff and welcome to my YouTube Channel! Come follow me and I'll share everything new with you at The Walt Disney Company, Disney Parks, and some other cool stuff, so stay tuned! Goal is to move to Florida and vlog from the parks every day. Join me on my journey! Also follow me on Instagram and Twitter. I'll try to post cool stuff on there too

Episode # 112 - A return back to my world tour - Disney's Animal Kingdom Discovery Island and more!

Travel Tips Tuesday

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 30:33

Just before the craziness of March 2020 happened, I had been going through a park by park, land by land journey through the Walt Disney World Resort. We journeyed together down the middle of Main Street USA and throughout the Magic Kingdom. We also went on an adventure through Future World and around the World Showcase Lagoon at Epcot. In this episode, we take our initial dive into Disney's Animal Kingdom taking a look at attractions, shopping, dining, and more! --- Facebook Instagram Travel Planning johnrogers@travelmation.net St. Paddy's Day Tatchos

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Right or Wrong? RATB Respond to 3 Questions

Coasters & Culture with RexandtheBeast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 34:31

On their latest podcast, Rex and the Beast engage in a "Right or Wrong" segment. The questions to be answered are: Right or Wrong.... The Cabana Bay Beach Resort has rooms with the best view in Orlando looking out over Volcano Bay. (02:38) Halloween Horror Nights 30 will be the largest attendance to date for their Halloween event. (08:44) The Harmonious structures at Epcot ruin the view of the World Showcase Lagoon. (14:40) RATB will enjoy Rise of the Resistance more than Flight of Passage. (22:43)

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WLTP #123 - A Touch of Disney, Volcano Bay re-opens & Norway vs. Mexico in the Showcase Showdown Semi-Finals!

We Like Theme Parks

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 58:12

On this episode of the We Like Theme Parks Podcast, the Battle of the World Showcase Lagoon is back!!After a huge holiday season, a bunch of New Year's resolutions and then romantical Valentinish fun, the War of the World Showcase rages again with our last semi-final! Jumping into the fray this week is Epcot nerd Gabriella from @wdw_bathrooms, who will represent the spiciest pavilion of all, Mexico! She will face off with the number 1 seeded and Frozenly IP'ed Norway pavilion. And who will be holding down the fjords of Norway, but none other than the Showcase bad boy himself, it's Bondo! And then, Miriam and the gang are going to unpack the latest news at Volcano Bay and talk about the highly anticipated "A Touch of Disney" event coming to DCA! All the details and opinions are coming forthwith amigos!Who will reign supreme in this clash of Epcot juggernauts and move on to the finals against France! All this action and even more nonsense, right here on the 123rd episode of the We Like Theme Parks Podcast!

ReImagineering the Magic Kingdom

Enchanted Ears Podcast: Anything & Everything Disney

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 49:17

Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, your spot for anything and everything Disney! There’s lots of news this week, so better get into it! With restrictions easing up in California, talk of Disneyland reopening has ignited. Across the country, Disney Parks posted our first looks at the newly-renovated rooms at the Polynesian Resort, which pays great tribute to Moana without hitting you over the head with it. In keeping with the theme of the pandemic, Disney announces it will close 60 Disney stores across the US. Sunshine Tree Terrace revealed it’s beautiful new Orange Bird wall. Finally, Harmonious barges have invaded World Showcase Lagoon. (Seriously, they look like alien spaceships.) This week, we go through each section of the park, Main Street, Adventureland, Fantasyland, Frontierland, Liberty Square, and Tomorrowland, and retool what the park would look like after a massive update from Disney's newest Imagineers: us! (To be clear, we are not Imagineers. We just thought it'd be fun to play one for a day!) We take some MASSIVE liberties by picking up and completely moving rides, magically creating a lot more space, and treating money as absolutely no object. And, heck, why not just make new lands altogether? Why not create a Frozen-themed restaurant? And for goodness sake, Disney, give the people what they want: more pie! (Or is that just me?) Let us know what you think on our Facebook page. Have a magical day! Check us out on Facebook and Youtube or submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode or support us on Patreon.

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2021Taste of International Epcot Flower & Garden Festival

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2021 41:39

We visit Epcot on a beautiful Spring day as we see blossoms and topiaries in full bloom during this year's flower & garden festival. It begins at the entrance of the park, where new flag stanchions, and a beautiful new score welcomes guests as they first enter the park. We check out flower & garden favorites such as the butterfly corner in Future World and the container gardens in Italy. We talk not only about what is unique during the festival, but what things you can see all year around such as the rooftop plantings in Norway and the train Garden in Germany. And did we mention topiaries? Lots of beautiful topiaries can be found throughout. We also check out several eateries during the festival, offering reviews of the food and visiting World Showplace. The new "Stargate" has been placed into World Showcase Lagoon, and we offer thoughts and insights as well as discussing the openings of the new gelato location in Italy and Space 220 in Future World. We cap off the experience as we see the new lighting package in the front of the park. Epcot looks more promising than ever as we see this newest park transformation. The Wayfinder Society: A Patreon Site for Disney Fans We are offering a new program where you have the opportunity to enjoy exclusive offerings from Disney at Play and Disney at Work. Join us as we introduce our new Patreon program, the Wayfinder Society, intended to give you new insights to all things Disney, whether its work or play. I am truly excited to share this new opportunity with you and look forward to creating new experiences that you will enjoy whether at home or at the Disney parks. And when you donate this month, a portion of your contribution goes to Embrace Celebration, dedicated to helping Disney Cast Members and others in this area who are unemployed during this pandemic. To learn more, visit our site to discover our offerings and various tiers. Join us!

Disney Adds 6 Story Tall Harmonious Centerpiece Barge to World Showcase Lagoon | EPCOT | DRU Ep. 93

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 8:41

On today’s Disney Round Up, the third and centerpiece barge for Harmonious has been added to World Showcase Lagoon, Disneyland Resort announces a special ticket event for California Adventure, and Walt Disney World’s new facemask policy while in restaurants. Disney Round Up Ep. 933/3/2021#DisneyWorld #EPCOT #HarmoniousTopics-Center Harmonious Barge Added to World Showcase Lagoon (00:50-A Touch of Disney (03:01)-Flag Poles installed at EPCOT entrance (04:25)-Walt Disney World Updates Face Mask Wearing Policy at Restaurants (05:06)- Celebrate HER Story at Disney Springs (06:13)-New Trailer Debuts for Disney and Pixar’s ‘Luca’ (07:26)Links:-A Touch of Disney:https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2021/02/a-touch-of-disney-new-limited-capacity-ticketed-experience-coming-to-disney-california-adventure-park-beginning-march-18/- Celebrate HER Story at Disney Springs:https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2021/03/celebrate-her-story-at-disney-springs-in-honor-of-womens-history-month/-New Trailer Debuts for Disney and Pixar’s ‘Luca’:https://youtu.be/YdAIBlPVe9sInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/hey__itsjeff/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/Hey_ItsJeff Hey It's Jeff and welcome to my YouTube Channel! Come follow me and I'll share everything new with you at The Walt Disney Company, Disney Parks, and some other cool stuff, so stay tuned! Goal is to move to Florida and vlog from the parks every day. Join me on my journey! Also follow me on Instagram and Twitter. I'll try to post cool stuff on there too

Pressing Issues – Episode 45 (2/28/2021): Monstrosity in World Showcase Lagoon, Universal’s Mardi Gras Festival

The WDW News Today Podcast - Standard

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 114:20

In this week’s episode, our panel discusses the changes coming to the Jungle Cruise, more PeopleMover Delays, ‘Lion King’ to Return, and more! Join us for Pressing Issues, live every Sunday at 8 pm ET, on YouTube! Pressing Issues presents an in-depth discussion and analysis of the biggest stories of the week and their impact on...

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Pressing Issues – Episode 45 (2/28/2021): Monstrosity in World Showcase Lagoon, Universal’s Mardi Gras Festival

The WDW News Today Podcast - Standard

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 114:20

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Be Our Guest Podcast Live Call-in Show - January 24, 2021 - BOGP 1841

Be Our Guest WDW Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 63:11

This is the Live Show from this past Sunday night, January 24, 2021! During this show, we start with the new of the week and then discuss thoughts on the Harmonious barges in World Showcase Lagoon, rumors for "new" Annual Passes at Disneyland, best and worst restrooms at Walt Disney World, live entertainment returning and much more! Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com. Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Also, please follow the show on Twitter@BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast. Become a patron of the Be Our Guest Podcast over at www.patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast. Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

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Ratatouille Entrance, Elsa, Festival of the Arts, HarmoniUS and More at Epcot

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 44:50

We have a big update from Epcot as the gates to the new section of France where the Ratatouille attraction will be has now opened. With the ride waiting to open shortly, we check out the path leading to this new corner of Epcot. We also find Elsa making outdoor meet 'n' greet experiences in Norway. Lots of discoveries are made as we visit the Epcot International Festival of the Arts to include testing out the kiosk at Japan. A new barge appears in World Showcase Lagoon for HarmoniUS, and we set sail on the Gran Fiesta Tour to find Donald Duck, whose animatronic is not in a good place. All this and more as we check out Epcot at Walt Disney World in this Disney at Play podcast.

Disney’s Magical Express Airport Bus Service Ending in 2022 | Minnie Vans Returning? | DRU Ep. 86

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 9:06

On today’s Disney Round Up, Disney is replacing Extra Magic Hours with a modified version for resort guests, construction updates over at EPCOT, and Disney announces the last day of the Magical Express and I have an idea what may replace it. Disney Round Up Ep. 861/13/2021#DisneyWorld #MagicalExpress #DisneyNewsTopics-Magical Express Ending in 2022 (00:51)-Disney World Replacing Extra Magic Hours (03:58)-Construction Walls Removed at Ratatouille in EPCOT (05:21)-Another Harmonious Barge Placed in World Showcase Lagoon (06:11)-TTA People Mover Testing at Magic Kingdom (06:57)-Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom coming to an end (07:37)-New Exhibit ‘The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure’ (08:05)Links: New Exhibit ‘The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure:https://youtu.be/a0ypUIM88MUInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/hey__itsjeff/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/Hey_ItsJeff Hey It's Jeff and welcome to my YouTube Channel! Come follow me and I'll share everything new with you at The Walt Disney Company, Disney Parks, and some other cool stuff, so stay tuned! Goal is to move to Florida and vlog from the parks every day. Join me on my journey! Also follow me on Instagram and Twitter. I'll try to post cool stuff on there too

Disney Dish Episode 303: Looking ahead to 2021 at the Disney Parks

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2021 43:14

Len Testa & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how parking the HarmonioUS barges out in the middle of World Showcase Lagoon is actually a return to the way Disneyland Park used to do things back in the 1960s & the 1970s. They then discuss the Company’s post-pandemic plans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Disney Dish Episode 303: Looking ahead to 2021 at the Disney Parks

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2021 43:14

Theme Park News Update - December 2020

Theme Park News in a Minute

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2021 6:27

This month's news: • In American theme parks it’s really been a story of two coasts. California has accepted the worsening Covid situation over the last month while Florida has continued to ignore the fact that anything is happening. • In southern California, a new Regional Stay Home came into effect, as ICU capacity in the 11-county region has dropped below the prescribed 15 percent. This spelled the end of numerous planned Christmas events including the Taste of Knotts Merry Farm and the Holidays at Legoland event at Legoland California. • Disney has respond to the stay at home order by moving one of its famous food offerings. The iconic Disneyland hand-dipped corn dog is now on the menu at the Magic Kingdom's Sleepy Hollow. • Disneyland did share a preview of its newly redesigned Snow White ride in Fantasyland, which will be renamed Snow White’s Enchanted Wish. • In Florida, all the resorts have increased capacity again, with universal Orlando having 4 days over the Christmas break where they reached full capacity. • They also did a vehicle reveal for their up coming Velocicoaster. • They also opened Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites, adding 2,050 budget-priced guest rooms for visitors to the resort. • At Epcot they’ve opened the new fountain and entrance plaza. • They installed the massive new platforms that will help stage the upcoming Harmonious nighttime show on World Showcase Lagoon. • The woman who started the Ratatouille musical on TikTok was flown from New York to get a sneak peek at the new Ratatouille ride. • And they announced the "Taste of Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival" will run from March 3, 2021 through July 5. • In general WDW news, Disney's Blizzard Beach water park will reopen to guests for the 2021 season on March 7. • Outside the US is also a mixed bag, with Europe largely closed as the second wave hits hard over there. Efteling was the biggest park to close in December as most of the others had already closed. • In Japan, Tokyo Disney has announced its pricing will increase on weekends and holidays from March 20th. • Probably the most exciting theme park news for this month was from Universal Studios Japan, where we got our first official glimpse inside Super Nintendo World with a video hosted by the creator of Mario Shigeru Miyamoto. The video was packed with insane details of this much anticipated land, and is very much worth watching. • The land is also in a soft opening phase, where annual pass holders can preview the land, with strict rules around the distribution of media from the land. The official opening date of the land is February 4th, 2021.

EVERY Upcoming Movie and Series Disney Has Announced for Disney Plus | Pixar | Marvel | Lucasfilm

WDW-Memories: Relive That Walt Disney World Magic

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020 15:27

On today’s Disney Round Up, barges for Harmonious have been permanently added to World Showcase Lagoon, Disney World has started to seat every row for some attractions, and a recap of The Walt Disney Company’s 2020 Investor Day.Disney Round Up Ep. 82#Disney #DisneyPlus #DisneyNewsTopics:-New Reopening date for Wilderness Lodge and All-Star Movies (00:51)-Disney posts and removes new art for Keister Coaster slide (01:30)-Preview of EPCOT International of the Arts (02:08)-More Scrim Added to Walt Disney World Railroad Station (03:43)-New Harmonious Barges Permanently Added to World Showcase Lagoon (04:17)-Disney World Confirms No New Year’s Celebration This Year (05:27)-More Updates to Rise of the Resistance Virtual Queue (06:14)-Every Row being sat in Rock N Rollercoaster and Slinky Dog Dash (06:41)-More Fireworks Testing Scheduled for Magic Kingdom (07:27)-Upcoming Disney Movies and Series (08:27)-Upcoming Pixar Movies and Series (10:22)-Upcoming Marvel Movies and Series (11:31)-Upcoming Lucasfilm Movies and Series (12:52)Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/hey__itsjeff/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/Hey_ItsJeff Hey It's Jeff and welcome to my YouTube Channel! Come follow me and I'll share everything new with you at The Walt Disney Company, Disney Parks, and some other cool stuff, so stay tuned! Goal is to move to Florida and vlog from the parks every day. Join me on my journey! Also follow me on Instagram and Twitter. I'll try to post cool stuff on there too

Disney Investor Day & EPCOT's Platform

GEEKS CORNER

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 31:55

Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week, the geeks not only celebrate another magical holiday moment, but they also geek out about Disney Investor Day and a really big platform at EPCOT! Through the course of this, a game is played revolving around how far A Christmas Fantasy Parade can get through the course of the show. We hope you enjoy this week's episode of GEEKS CORNER! Let's go to the corner! The Week in Geek Disney Investor Day https://dapsmagic.com/2020/12/full-reporting-and-reacting-to-disney-investor-day-2020-daps-magic-live/ Walt Disney Studios https://dapsmagic.com/2020/12/walt-disney-studios-motion-pictures-reveals-whats-in-the-works/ Walt Disney Animation Studios https://dapsmagic.com/2020/12/heres-whats-coming-from-walt-disney-animation-studios/ Pixar https://dapsmagic.com/2020/12/peter-docter-reveals-upcoming-pixar-releases/ Lucasfilm https://dapsmagic.com/2020/12/kathleen-kennedy-provides-star-wars-updates-on-upcoming-projects/ Marvel https://dapsmagic.com/2020/12/many-exciting-marvel-series-and-movie-announcements-from-disney-investor-day-2020/ A Big Platform in EPCOT's World Showcase Lagoon https://dapsmagic.com/2020/12/testing-begins-on-harmonious-platform-at-epcot/ Join us next week at 9:00 PM PST on Tuesday night for the GEEKS CORNER Christmas episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeks/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/geeks/support

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Memory 249 – Watching The American Music Machine and Riding

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2020 35:06

Take a virtual audio trip in this installment of the WDW-Memories podcast, brought to you in immersive binaural sound, experiencing another magical memory from Walt Disney World. In today's memory, you will join my family as we are treated to a unique vocal performance by the American Music Machine before slipping across the World Showcase Lagoon on Epcot's Friendship Boats. Show notes: https://wdw-memories.net/2020/12/04/memory-249/

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Ep 38 - World Showcase 101

Dole Whips & Double Doubles

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 83:19

This week, we're taking a stroll around the World Showcase Lagoon in Epcot. Stopping in each of the pavilions, we highlight the attractions and the dining options that make the World Showcase so amazingly unique.

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TMAM016 - Epcot's Drink Around the World Challenge Recap

The Mouse And Men

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2020 34:04

Welcome to The Mouse and Men podcast with Bradley Minnigan and Chris Murphy. We're glad that you're here! This week we recap our trip to Disney's EPCOT where we took the Drink Around the World challenge. We chat about waking early hundreds of miles away, taking the challenge itself and our favorite treats and memories from the day. During this week's Plussing segment, we talk about the magic of a good scent, with The MagicCandleCompany.com. What are your thoughts about all the pavilions at EPCOT's World Showcase? What's your favorite pavilion, attraction, food and drink around World Showcase Lagoon? Let us know by telling us when you visit the website or drop a line on the socials. The website is TheMouseAndMen.com, and the social destinations are @TheMouseAndMen on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

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164 Epcot Discoveries Tour & Update

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2020 45:23

We offer a big look at what's going on at Epcot as we visit Halloween day, 2020. We check out changes to the front of the park; take a ride on Soarin'; check out the Waffle kiosk for Epcot's food & wine; Take a boat across World Showcase Lagoon to Morocco; discuss changes in management to the Morocco pavilion; enjoy a stroll through Japan; Check out the Annual Passholder store in Germany; Visit the Shanghai Disney exhibit in China; Look at hints and details of what's to come to Epcot at the Epcot Experience; and see new holiday merchandise at Mouse Gears. All this and more in this big update at Epcot. Know that we also offer a complete YouTube video of this on J. Jeff Kober, as well as a post highlighting key moments, photos, links and additional videos you con't get on our YouTube checkout. Fore more, be sure to visit DisneyatPlay.com. Also be sure to check out best in business practices at our sister site, DisneyatWork.com

Episode 72: World Showcase (Part 3)

The Disney Guys: Uncensored

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2020 82:35

Welcome Ohana to the Disney Guys: Uncensored. This is episode 72 recorded on August 3, 2020. We are your hosts Drew, Bub, and Tim and on tonight's episode we finish our trek around World Showcase Lagoon. So, come journey with us, as we explore the final group of nations at EPCOT Center! TIMESTAMPS BUZZZTUBE (Lip Sync Battle): 1m 1s NEWS: None MAIN TOPIC: 2m 46s MAIN TOPIC (France): 3m 57s MAIN TOPIC (United Kingdom): 32m 8s MAIN TOPIC (Canada): 42 58s RHOM (Is Peter Pan Controversial?): 1h 8m 36s CONTACTS EMAIL: TheDisneyGuysUncensored@gmail.com PATREON: Patreon.com/thedisneyguysuncensored REDBUBBLE: TheDisneyGuys.redbubble.com INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/thedisneyguysuncensored/ TWITTER: twitter.com/thedisneyguysu YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2JihbRREpJkR0B45TYaeFA?fbclid=IwAR27jpah8vlEECjlaGIW7CBQT9uu3oZ1zF-iDDvUijmACL7Z1qjX4nfS41w

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The Canada Pavilion

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 46:38

Disney World proposes reopening dates for its four Florida theme parks! Plus, our final stop around Epcot's World Showcase - The Canada Pavilion. Explore Canada's wild west here, while maybe enjoying some of the best food that Epcot has to offer. All that and more on this week's episode of Distant Disney. More information about Walt Disney World's reopeninghttps://bit.ly/2Xi3oLG Music by Colin Paul

The Morocco Pavilion

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Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 54:16

The only country in World Showcase that was actually sponsored by its government, Morocco could be one of the more underappreciated pavilions. We're hoping to shine some light on this beautiful pavilion in this episode! Music by Colin Paul

Epcot Forever - Epcot - Attraction Checklist #94

The Disney Guys: Uncensored

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2020 18:57

http://www.attractionchecklist.com - This episode John and I take in the Epcot's new Nighttime Spectacular - Epcot Forever! Filled with nostalgia, will this get a high rating? Tune in and find out! Recorded on January 13, 2020. TRANSCRIPT: Welcome to Attraction Checklist. Let’s head to Walt Disney World’s Epcot tp see the new, temporary, Nighttime Spectacular Epcot Forever. The guide map describes the show by saying, “Journey through the past, present and future of Epcot at this fireworks spectacular.' Since this is a show there are no height requirements for it and FastPass+ is available. 1. In September 2018, it was announced that Illuminations: Reflections of Earth would be having its final run at Epcot before a new show debuts in 2020. It was also announced that a temporary nighttime spectacular called Epcot Forever would bridge the gap between Illuminations and the new show. Illuminations Reflections of Earth, which we covered on episode 83 of Attraction Checklist, closed forever on September 20, 2019. Epcot Forever debuted the very next night, on Epcot’s anniversary, October 1, 2019. 2. Epcot Forever features all new arrangements of classic Epcot songs by conductor and composer Don Harper. 3. The score for Epcot Forever which includes classic songs like ‘One Little Spark’, “Living With The Land” and “Veggie Veggie, Fruit Fruit’ was recorded by a full orchestra at Abbey Road Studios in London, England. 4. Epcot Forever features fireworks, lasers and lights, just as Illuminations did but also adds in what Disney calls ‘special effects’ kites. Large kites with light up tails that are pulled through the air by jet skis on the World Showcase Lagoon. 5. Epcot Forever is scheduled to have its final performance sometime in 2020. Let’s go experience Epcot Forever. With me this time is John B. deHaas and after the show we’ll give you our thoughts on it. This is a binaural recording so if you have headphones put them on now as we head to Walt Disney World to see Epcot Forever at Epcot! The attraction audio recorded for this episode is available exclusively to the Saturday Morning Media Patron Patron. Support the show and get fun Bonus content over at http://www.patreon.com/saturdaymorningmedia Episode edited by Stephen Staver FOLLOW US http://www.facebook.com/attractionchecklist http://www.facebook.com/saturdaymorningmedia http://www.twitter.com/SaturdayMMedia https://plus.google.com/+Saturdaymorningmedia https://www.linkedin.com/company/saturday-morning-media http://www.youtube.com/user/SaturdayMorningMedia?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW GRANT http://www.MrGrant.comhttp://www.twitter.com/toasterboy https://instagram.com/throwingtoasters/ SOURCES: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/entertainment/epcot/epcot-forever/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epcot_Forever Show ©2020 Saturday Morning Media/Grant Baciocco

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Episode 59: Epcot's World Showcase (Part 2)

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 111:35

Welcome Ohana to the Disney Guys: Uncensored. This is episode 59 recorded on May 4, 2020. We are your hosts Drew, Bub, Tim and Jordana on tonight's episode we continue our trek around World Showcase Lagoon. So, come journey with us, as we explore another group of nations at EPCOT Center! May the 4th be with You! EMAIL: TheDisneyGuysUncensored@gmail.com PATREON: Patreon.com/thedisneyguysuncensored REDBUBBLE: TheDisneyGuys.redbubble.com INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/thedisneyguysuncensored/ TWITTER: twitter.com/thedisneyguysu YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2JihbRREpJkR0B45TYaeFA?fbclid=IwAR27jpah8vlEECjlaGIW7CBQT9uu3oZ1zF-iDDvUijmACL7Z1qjX4nfS41w

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The Italy Pavilion

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2020 53:52

Moving on around Epcot's World Showcase, we arrive next at the Italy Pavilion. Another pavilion without a typical attraction - this stop in rich in food, shopping and architecture. Sounds really fun, doesn't it? Music by Colin Paul

The Germany Pavilion

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2020 58:53

Next stop on our way around World Showcase: Germany! We talk about the amazing dining, sights, and the attraction that never was in this one! Music by Colin Paul

The China Pavilion

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2020 57:13

Winding our way through World Showcase, we find ourselves next at the China Pavilion! So here from our quarantines, we discuss the immense detail Imagineers laced throughout this pavilion. Music by Colin Paul

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The Mexico Pavilion

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2020 47:57

Continuing our journey through the World Showcase Lagoon (from our quarantined homes), we're stopping in at the Mexico Pavilion this week! Information on Disney Parks shutdown Music by Colin Paul

IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth - Epcot - Attraction Checklist #83

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2019 20:07

http://www.attractionchecklist.com - Let's head to Epcot to bid a fond farewell to IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth! Recorded on August 17, 2019. TRANSCRIPT: Welcome to Attraction Checklist. It is time for Attraction Checklist to visit EPCOT in Walt Disney World and bid a fond farewell to the nighttime spectacular knows as IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth. Before IllumiNations ended, the guide map described the show by saying: The World Showcase Promenade comes alive nightly with the brilliance and splendor of music, lights, lasers, water fountains and custom pyrotechnics in our signature nighttime spectacular, IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth. Since this was a show there were no height or age requirements and FastPass+ was available. Before we gather around the fire one last time, here are 5 fast facts about IllumiNations. 1. IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth debate at EPCOT in Walt Disney World on September 22, 1999. This show was a revamped version of the previous IllumiNations shows that was created for the year 2000 Millennium celebration. When it debuted it was called IllumiNations 2000: Reflections of Earth. The show proved to be so popular that after the Millennium Celebration ended, the show continued, dropping the 2000 from its official name. 2. To drive the Millennium Celebration theme home, World Showcase Lagoon was surrounded by 19 torches representing the first 19 centuries of the common era. At the end of the show, the iconic globe opened and revealed a 20th torch for the 20th century. 3. The show’s signature globe was over 3 stories high and was the world’s first spherical video display system. 4. The control booth for the show is located above the Mexico Pavilion in World Showcase. The show uses more than 65 computers scattered around the park on 40 separate locations. 5. On April 9, 2019, the Disney Park Blog announced that after 20 years, IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth would close to make way for new shows. The show had its final performance on September 30, 2019. Now it’s time to blow out the torches one last time. I’ll give you my thoughts after the show audio. This is a binaural recording so if you have headphones, put them on now as we enjoy, for the last time, EPCOT’S IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth! The attraction audio recorded for this episode is available exclusively to the Saturday Morning Media Patron Patron. Support the show and get fun Bonus content over at http://www.patreon.com/saturdaymorningmedia Episode edited by Stephen Staver FOLLOW US http://www.facebook.com/attractionchecklist http://www.facebook.com/saturdaymorningmedia http://www.twitter.com/SaturdayMMedia https://plus.google.com/+Saturdaymorningmedia https://www.linkedin.com/company/saturday-morning-media http://www.youtube.com/user/SaturdayMorningMedia?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW GRANT http://www.MrGrant.comhttp://www.twitter.com/toasterboy https://instagram.com/throwingtoasters/ SOURCES: https://themouselets.com/8-facts-about-illuminations-reflections-of-earth https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/04/dates-announced-for-epcot-nighttime-spectaculars/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IllumiNations:_Reflections_of_Earth Show ©2019 Saturday Morning Media/Grant Baciocco

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6 - Illuminations: Reflections of Earth

90s Disney

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2019 69:41

AJ, Mike, and Chris take one final look at Epcot's long running nighttime spectacular, Illuminations: Reflections of Earth. Debuting in 1999 as Illuminations 2000: Reflections of Earth, this symphony of music, fireworks, lasers, lights, and imagery delighted park guests until September of 2019. Join us as we explore the history of shows featured around World Showcase Lagoon, the development of RoE, and the people who brought the show to life. We uncover the state-of-the-art technology and engineering that went into bringing this show to life. We hope you enjoy! Reflections of Earth - Ultimate Tribute https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obkx65UdWyA The Tiara Talk Show: Interview with Don Dorsey, Designer & Director of “Fantasmic!” and “Reflections of Earth” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AoKx5uycU7I History of IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth https://touringplans.com/blog/2018/09/18/history-of-illuminations-reflections-of-earth/ Illuminations 2000: Reflections of Earth Fact Sheet http://www.intercot.com/edc/illuminations/facts.html The Story Behind Illuminations: Reflections of Earth at Epcot https://blog.dvcrequest.com/the-story-behind-illuminations-reflections-of-earth-at-epcot/ The Disney Wiki - IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth https://disney.fandom.com/wiki/IllumiNations:_Reflections_of_Earth Want to reach out? Email us at 90sDisneyPodcast@gmail.com! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/90sdisney/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/90sdisney/support

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Disney Dish Episode 238: An Illuminating look at “Epcot Forever”

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2019 39:38

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by talking about some of the operational issues WDW’s Skyliner has had. Len & Jim then talk about “Epcot Forever,” the new nighttime show which debuted out on/over World Showcase Lagoon this past week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Disney Dish Episode 238: An Illuminating look at “Epcot Forever”

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2019 39:38

Episode 77: Walt Disney World Resort News, Magic Carpets of Aladdin, & Our Thoughts on Epcot Forever

Monday Morning Monorail: A Walt Disney World Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2019 67:03

Ladies and Gentlemen, Welcome aboard the Monday Morning Monorail Podcast! We start this week's episode by discussing news from around the Walt Disney World Resort. Landon the Doz Doane joins Justin Monorail for another M34D in segment two. Today we're discussing The Magic Carpets of Aladdin. Finally, Sam, Garrett and Justin conclude the show by sharing their thoughts on Epcot Forever, the new nighttime spectacular set on World Showcase Lagoon. Watch your head and step as you board, and as always, please stand clear of the doors. Email: MondayMorningMonorail@gmail.com Twitter: @MorningMonorail Instagram: mondaymorningmonorail Facebook: Monday Morning Monorail Voicemail: 407-917-2144

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Disney Dish Episode 237: : Skyliner is an entertaining addition to WDW’s resort-wide transportation system

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2019 61:15

Len Testa starts off this week’s episode by sharing his experience at a Cast Member Only preview of WDW’s new Skyliner system. Then Jim Hill looks back at “Illuminations: Reflections of Earth,” the millennium-themed nighttime show that was originally only supposed to run at Epcot for 18 months but wound up wowing the crowds around World Showcase Lagoon for 19 years instead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Disney Dish Episode 237: : Skyliner is an entertaining addition to WDW’s resort-wide transportation system

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2019 61:15

Ep 52 - Twenty Questions

Retro Disney World Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2019 98:58

Welcome to Episode 52 of the RetroWDW Podcast: "Twenty Questions" - We appreciate your support and hope you have been enjoying each and every episode. Be sure to check out some of our previous shows and also look into Twin Pines Chalet! Corrections / Notes Our first set of corrections/notes comes from an anonymous source - after they listened to some of our previous episodes they had a few notes: From Episode #2 Amongst the Plexiglass Trees – The Contemporary - the third floor of the Contemporary Resort actually houses the restrooms for Chef Mickey's and is accessed from the fourth floor. How explains the details. In our episode #39 – Preview Center and Hotel Plaza Boulevard - We forgot to mention that the Reedy Creek Improvement was housed in the preview center before they got their own building. We we were talking about touchscreens in our Communicore episodes (#38 – Communicore East & #42 – Communicore West) How gives us more info on where in WDW that specific early touchscreen technology is still in use today! Ryan R. writes in about how the Horizons Choose Your Own Ending videos were used in the exit of Tokyo DIsneyland's Star Tours as other destinations you could "visit" on Star Tours! Watch the Video here. Alex Lewis writes in to tell us about an homage to Horizons in the Star Wars Launch Bay. Listener Mail The mail bag is full and we love that! Every month, you can possibly get on the show, so be sure to write us at podcast@retrowdw.com. Mr. Williams asked if we could produce a second episode on WDW radio loops. JT & Todd give us details on when/if that will be coming up in the near future. We plan to review our stockpile and release a mini-episode soon. Michelle B. talks about staying at the Golf Resort back in 1976 when her dad was playing in a Walter Hagen Golf Championship. The guys talk about the Golf Resort pool and how similar it was to the fountains found in malls across America in the 1970s. Thanks for sharing this memory Michelle! [listenerfeedback] RetroMagic 2019 Are you ready for our big event celebrating our 5th anniversary? No, well what are you waiting for? Head over to RetroMagic.net and grab your tickets before they're all gone. The Lake Buena Vista Historical Society cordially invites you to our 5th Anniversary Celebration: Tickets Tickets are now on sale at this link: Event Details RetroMagic Celebration and Luncheon (Sunday October 13th) - 10a-5p, Contemporary Resort - Join us in the historic Ballroom of the Americas at the Contemporary resort for a day filled with stories and never before seen photos and artifacts from Disney legends, Cast Members, music and more! EPCOT Forever VIP Reception and Viewing* (Saturday October 12th) SOLD OUT- Approx 8:30p-10:30p - Enjoy a beverage and selection of snacks on the shore of the World Showcase Lagoon for a once in a lifetime chance to watch the new nighttime show alongside all of our RetroMagic VIPs! (Includes admission RetroMagic Celebration on 10/13) RetroMagic VIPs Disney LegendBob Gurr Disney LegendRolly Crump** Disney LegendRon Logan Disney LegendTom Nabbe Disney ImagineerTom K. Morris Ron Schneider Disney ImagineerJim Sarno Ali Olmo Michael Campbell Tammy Tuckey Jeff Blyth Lisa Bastoni All presentation content is tentative and subject to change.** Appearing via pre-recorded video interview Learn more at RetroMagic.net! And grab some custom Magic Band covers for the event - including some RetroWDW, RetroMagic and Lake Buena Vista Historical Society stickers only available via MagicYourBand.com. Search for the keyword "Retro" to see all our designs: Audio Rewind Our audio rewind this month turned out to be Big Al from the Country Bear Jamboree - Thank you for all the guesses and emails. We have a winner! Congratulations Christopher Smith! - you won a Vacation Kingdom Poster! If you think you know the answer to this month's audio rewind, email us! contest@retrowdw.com - This month, the winner will be getting a Vacation Kingdom Poster & a DVD copy of the independent film, Walt's Frozen Head - All entries due 10/13/2019 and a random winner will be selected. Main Topic This month the entire episode is dedicated to your questions! We opened up our floodgates to anybody and everybody. You all had the opportunity to send in questions, as us anything and possibly get on the show. The event has taken a huge amount of time from all of us, so for this episode, we shoot from the hip a bit. Brian took the lead on this and we felt we could pull new questions, old questions and so much more. We even hit up some current topics at the Walt Disney World Resort, based on listener mail.Some of the highlights include: Discussions on the 'old imagination and ideas' of Disney Parks coming back, the old discussion on the Paris sewer ride is brought back, Galaxy's Edge, Roger Rabbit, The 1970s Gas Crisis, Missing Resorts, and ride operator costumes - just to name a few. We bring you this and so much more! We hope you enjoy this unique topic and show idea! Thank you to all our fans and listeners for reaching out to participate. This is going to be a fun listen! Next Month Join us next time for Episode 53. As we are hard at work on RetroMagic, please check for updates on when the next episode will release. We thank you for your support and welcome you to enjoy all of our other offerings including our photos, restored films & The Lake Buena Vista Historical Society.

65. Surprise in the Skies/Illuminations

What's Dis

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2019 88:00

For today's episode, we are continuing down the road to Illuminations with some more Epcot Center spectaculars. First, we view the now closed Rock n Roller Coaster Avec Aerosmith from Disney Studios Paris, then we take it to the sky with Surprise in the Skies and Skyleidoscope over World Showcase Lagoon. We wrap up today's […]

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65. Surprise in the Skies/Illuminations

What's Dis

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2019 88:00

For today’s episode, we are continuing down the road to Illuminations with some more Epcot Center spectaculars. First, we view the now closed Rock n Roller Coaster Avec Aerosmith from Disney Studios Paris, then we take it to the sky with Surprise in the Skies and Skyleidoscope over World Showcase Lagoon. We wrap up today’s […]

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Episode 501 - Illuminations Cruising

All About the Mouse Disney Fan Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2019 27:56

On this week's feature discussion episode of the All About the Mouse Disney podcast, one of our listeners, Stefani Barnett, joins me to talk about the experiences she and her family have had watching the amazing Epcot nighttime spectacular, Illuminations, from the comfort of their own private boat adjacent to the World Showcase Lagoon. Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Marina is the place where you can charter your own private fireworks cruise boat complete with captain and take in the show from a perspective that you can't get anywhere else. Together, we'll review the experience and talk about why you might just want to book this experience on your next Walt Disney World vacation.

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Disney Dish Episode 224: Will WDW’s 50th feature pin trading 2.0?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2019 39:11

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by talking about his visit to the newly opened Surfside Inn & Suites, which is Phase One of Universal Orlando’s Endless Summer Resort. Jim Hill then looks back at Skyleidscope, Epcot’s initial attempt at staging a daytime extravaganza out on World Showcase Lagoon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Disney Dish Episode 224: Will WDW’s 50th feature pin trading 2.0?

Retro Disney World Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2019 39:11

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Ep 49.5 - RetroMagic Event Details and Tickets!

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2019 31:28

The Lake Buena Vista Historical Society cordially invites you to our 5th Anniversary Celebration: Tickets Tickets will go on sale May 18th at 1pm EST at this link: Event Details EPCOT Forever VIP Reception and Viewing* (Saturday October 12th) – Approx 8:30p-10:30p – Enjoy a beverage and selection of snacks on the shore of the World Showcase Lagoon for a once in a lifetime chance to watch the new nightime show alongside all of our RetroMagic VIPs! (Includes admission RetroMagic Celebration on 10/13) RetroMagic Celebration and Luncheon (Sunday October 13th) – 10a-5p, Contemporary Resort – Join us in the historic Ballroom of the Americas at the Contemporary resort for a day filled with stories and never before seen photos and artifacts from Disney legends, Cast Members, music and more! RetroMagic VIPs Disney LegendBob Gurr Disney LegendRolly Crump** Disney LegendRon Logan Disney LegendTom Nabbe Disney ImagineerTom K. Morris Ron Schneider Disney ImagineerJim Sarno Ali Olmo Michael Campbell Tammy Tuckey Jeff Blyth Lisa Bastoni RetroMagic Highlights The event schedule will be published in plenty of time to plan your day. Our VIP presenters and the RetroWDW/LBVHistory team will include presentations related to: Walt Disney World: A Kingdom in Florida with Disney Legends Bob Gurr and Tom Nabbe The Spectacle of SpectroMagic with Ron Logan Exclusive video interview with Rolly Crump Building EPCOT with Imagineer Tom K. Morris & Artist Jim Sarno The Fort Wilderness Railroad with Michael Campbell Birthdayland with original Dreamfinder Ron Schneider The American Adventure in Song: A discussion and performance of “Two Brothers” by original artist Ali Olmo accompanied by Tammy Tuckey Presenting The World in 360 Degrees: A Discussion with Jeff Blyth director of Circlevision films including Wonders of China, Timekeeper and more. The Age of Information: Original Communicore attraction song performed by Lisa Bastoni, granddaughter of the original attraction artist RARE never before seen artifacts including the original SMRT-1 model! Presentation of never before seen private films of WDW and a home movie of EPCOT Center from 1985 Special RetroWDW gift for all attendees! This is a family friendly event, children are welcome as long as they have a ticket (Children 3 and under do not require a ticket) And much, much, more! *All presentation content is tentative and subject to change. RetroMagic Lunch Break Contemporary Resort’s Executive Chef and his team will present History in the Baking: The original Handwich. A build your own Handwich luncheon buffet is included with your ticket. Of course that won’t be the only throwback surprise in the lunch offerings. Light nonalcoholic refreshments Pricing EPCOT Forever VIP Reception* (Saturday October 12th) & Retromagic (Sunday, October 13th) – $225 per person – Tickets are limited due to venue restrictions! EPCOT Forever VIP Reception ONLY* (Saturday October 12th) – $150 per person – Tickets are limited due to venue restrictions! RetroMagic Celebration (Sunday, October 13th) – $100 per person. *Theme Park admission is required for EPCOT Forever VIP Reception. ** Appearing via pre-recorded video interview Tickets do NOT include admission to any Walt Disney World Theme Park, parking or other Disney imposed fees/charges. All ticket purchases are final; refunds will only be provided if the entire event is cancelled. RetroWDW reserves the right to change venues and modify the plans to as required by Disney Event Services. This is a private event is not affiliated with The Walt Disney Company, Walt Disney World or D23. Merchandise: T-shirts and more are available at www.retrowdw.com/supportus Proceeds of this event benefit the Lake Buena Vista Historical Socieyt. Event Sponsorships welcome; Interesting service trades will be considered, please contact info@lbvhistory.org for more information. Notice: Filming, photography, and other recording will take place this event. By attending, you consent to and authorize RetroWDW and LBVHS to record you via audio, video or the similar to be used for distribution on our website.

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The Twilight Zone Tower Of Terror - Disney's Hollywood Studios - Attraction Checklist #69

Welcome Home: A Disney Parks & DVC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2019 13:44

http://www.attractionchecklist.com - The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror is the marquee attraction of Disney's Hollywood Studios. In this episode, John and I check in to the Hollywood Tower Hotel to review Tower of Terror! Recorded on March 20, 2019. TRANSCRIPT: Welcome to Attraction Checklist. This episode John B. deHaas and I return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios to ride one of the park’s signature attractions, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror! The guide map describes this attraction saying Take a thrilling ride into the twilight zone aboard a haunted elevator. Guests must be 40 inches or taller to ride this attraction. The thrill level describes it as a Thrill Ride with Big Drops that is loud and scary. Fastpass+ is available. Before we visit the Hollywood Tower Hotel, here are five fast facts about The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 1. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on July 22, 1994. 2. In order to get the perfect free-fall effect for guests, imagineers actually attached cables to the bottom of the elevators to pull them down faster than a regular free fall would. The elevator cars can reach speeds of 39 miles per hour! 15 times the speed of a regular elevator. 3. In 2004, the attraction was reprogrammed to use a randomized series of drops. This provides each group of guests with a completely different experience each time they ride. This led to the promotional slogan: Never the Same Fear Twice 4. The attraction’s pre-show was directed by director Joe Dante, known for directing such horror films as Piranah, The Howling and Gremlins 2: The New Batch. 5. One of my favorite Tower of Terror facts is that it can actually be seen from EPCOT’s World Showcase Lagoon! The top of the Tower of Terror was decorated so that it blended in with the skyline of the Morocco pavilion and be less noticeable. Now it’s time to ride The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror! After the ride, John and I will discuss our thoughts on this attraction so stay tuned for that. This is a binaural recording so if you have headphones, put them on now as we ride The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! The attraction audio recorded for this episode is available exclusively to the Saturday Morning Media Patron Patron. Support the show and get fun Bonus content over at http://www.patreon.com/saturdaymorningmedia Episode edited by Stephen Staver FOLLOW US http://www.facebook.com/attractionchecklist http://www.facebook.com/saturdaymorningmedia http://www.twitter.com/SaturdayMMedia https://plus.google.com/+Saturdaymorningmedia https://www.linkedin.com/company/saturday-morning-media http://www.youtube.com/user/SaturdayMorningMedia?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW GRANT http://www.MrGrant.comhttp://www.twitter.com/toasterboy https://instagram.com/throwingtoasters/ WALT DISNEY WORLD WEBSITE https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/attractions/hollywood-studios/twilight-zone-tower-of-terror/ WIKIPEDIAhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Twilight_Zone_Tower_of_Terror Show ©2019 Saturday Morning Media/Grant Baciocco

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Episode 49: Lock Off Premium, Hey Mickey & Voyageur’s Lounge

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2019 94:23

Trevor and Tom revisit their conversation about the 2020 point reallocation from last episode after listener feedback. While revisiting this topic, the guys also discuss the "Lock off Premium" that was part of the 2020 point reallocation. Copper Creek declares more units and is heading towards selling out. Disney has filed permits for a permanent security checkpoint between Bay Lake Tower and Magic Kingdom. The guys discuss their thoughts on this permit and how it effects members stay at Bay Lake. Disney is currently testing utilizing smart speakers in guest rooms and the guys discuss how they'd like to see this technology used. Another piece of the Riviera has been revealed by Disney, this time it's an area called the Voyageur's Lounge. A Coco show is coming to the Mexican pavilion at Epcot and a Lion King show is debuting at California Adventure. Kevin from Up is now roaming around Animal Kingdom and the guys talk about their thoughts on roaming characters making a comeback. World of Color is set to return to Disneyland after a lengthy refurbishment. IllumiNations replacement at Epcot is starting with a mysterious structure in the middle of World Showcase Lagoon and the guys debate what it could be.

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World Showcase Island Construction! 02/18/19 – Mickey Views Daily News

Mickey Views Daily News

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2019 2:42

We talk the latest Disney news with vertical construction now underway on one of the islands in the middle of the World Showcase Lagoon in preparation for the new Epcot nighttime spectaculars! This is your Mickey Views Daily News for 02/18/19! Amazon Echo: http://bit.ly/MVDailyNews Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/2Gsp15v Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Iah3q5cnfya73uyfxw6jmzo2qci Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/71ZCNiGidEDSMskJlibxSh?si=aCf7U-ZWT66S7Vecz-waMQ The post World Showcase Island Construction! 02/18/19 – Mickey Views Daily News appeared first on Mickey Views.

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Disney Dish Episode 190: Details on Grand Destino, “Epcot Forever,” & Star Wars Hotel

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2018 39:09

Len Testa & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by reflecting on what millenniums now expect to find in their hotel rooms heavily influenced the design of “Reflections: A Disney Lakeside Lodge,” “The Cove,” and Universal’s Aventura Hotel. They also look ahead to the construction challenges that WDW’s Entertainment team will be facing as they ready World Showcase Lagoon for Epcot’s new nighttime extravaganza (which is slated to open in 2020). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Disney Dish Episode 190: Details on Grand Destino, “Epcot Forever,” & Star Wars Hotel