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Welcome to The Main Street Mouse Weekly Podcast Show #228 for May 4th, 2026

Michele’s Big Announcement – Her latest book, Daydream Believing: Confessions of a Grown Up Princess

Order it HERE.

On this episode:

Adventures in Florida Living:

• Thursday – Lakeshore Lodge Tour
• Friday – Dinner with friends at AJ’s in Winter Garden
• Saturday – Once Upon a Magic Market/Celebration Tavern
• Sunday – Big Thunder Mountain Railroad/ Capt Cooks
• Monday – May the 4th & The 407 Interview

Upcoming Media Events:

No Media Events This Week

Park & Entertainment News:

• Leilani Shiu Returns to the House of Mouse Expo 2026!
• Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Dates are Here!
• New Character Meets Coming to Epcot for Passholders
• EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival 2026 Dates and Details You Need to Know
• Is Disney Teasing Roaming Villains During Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party?
• “Shriek” Peek at New Disney Halloween Merchandise for This Year
• LEGOLAND Resorts Presents A Bricktastic FIFA World Cup Celebration
• Everything You Need to Know About Halloween on the High Seas
• Walt Disney World Fall 2026 Guide: Halloween Events, Food & Seasonal Fun
• Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Expands Timeline at Disneyland with New Characters and Experiences
• Get Ready for Star Wars Day 2026 with New Disney Merchandise
• Big Thunder Mountain Returns to Magic Kingdom
• What’s Coming to Disney+ in May 2026: Everything You Need to Watch
• Disney Lorcana Wilds Unknown Brings Pixar Characters and New Gameplay in 2026
• Grogu Grows Up in The Mandalorian and Grogu
• The Devil Wears Prada 2 Merch You Need Now
• Wishes Assemble Brings Heroes to Disneyland
• Disney and Make A Wish Continue a Powerful Legacy
• Universal Orlando Debuts Summer Film Experiences
• Inside Disney’s Padmé Limited Edition Doll Magic
• Padmé Amidala Lakeside Collection Revealed
• Lilo’s Disney Wish Comes True at Disneyland
• Quest of Wonders and More Lorcana Books Coming
• Updates on Tropical Americas Coming to Animal Kingdom
• Disney World Adds New Magic Kingdom Ferryboat
• Sneak Peek- Our Exclusive Tour of the New Disney Lakeshore Lodge Construction Site
• Opening Night: Blue Man Group Unveils New ICON Park Home
• LEGOLAND Launches Galacticoaster for Space Day
• New Mandalorian and Grogu Products from Bath and Body Works
• Star Wars Experiences Across Disney Parks and Beyond

Discussion:

• Update for H.O.M.E. – New Guest Announcement
• Disney Adults in the News Again

Question for Michele (or Scott):

If you have a question, you want Scott to ask Michele on the show or a question for Michele to ask Scott? Email us at Scott@TheMainStreetMouse.com or Michele@TheMainStreetMouse.com and we will ask it.

If you would like to submit a question or show idea to Michele for her Daydream Believing Podcast that comes out on Thursdays, email her at Michele@TheMainStreetMouse.com

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Welcome to The Main Street Mouse Weekly Podcast Show #227 for April 27th, 2026

On this episode:

Adventures in Florida Living:

• Tuesday/Wednesday – Car Shopping
• Friday – Lake Minneola Tiki Bar
• Saturday – Farmers Market/Disney Springs
• Monday – Fox 35: The 407 Interview

Upcoming Media Events:

Thursday – Media Event to see Lakeshore Lodge

Saturday – Once Upon A Magic Market Lakeside Park in Celebration Hours 12-5

Park & Entertainment News:

• Alkaio Thiele is Coming to the House of Mouse Expo 2026!
• Toy Story 5 Roundup Reveal Week – LeapFrog and VTech Products
• Disney Reveals 2026 H2O Glow After Hours Event Dates at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon
• Step Into Nature’s Story: First Look at Disney Lakeshore Lodge
• Burger King Launches Galaxy-Themed Menu Inspired by The Mandalorian and Grogu
• New Disney Toddler Techno and Family Raves
• New Toy Story 5 Merch from Funko, MINISO, and POP MART
• Mother’s Day Dining at Universal Orlando Hotels
• How the Sun Powers Disney Magic Around the World
• Disney Eats: Orange-Cranberry Scone Recipes from The Garden View Lounge
• Drawn to Life Offers $25 Kids’ Tickets as Part of Cool KIDS’ SUMMER at Walt Disney World Resort
• Disney’s May the 4th Food Guide 2026: All the Must-Try Treats
• New Toy Story Luggage and Charms from Away and Pixar
• Be the First to Watch Hoppers at Home Digital Release April 28, 4K, Blu-ray & DVD June 2
• Big Wizards Beyond Waverly Place Season 3 News
• Disney Cruise Line & Port of San Diego Extend Partnership Through 2031, Doubling Sailings
• From Concept to Cup: Meet the Team Behind The Garden View Lounge Tea Experience
• Universal Orlando Resort Passholders: Your Complete Guide to May 2026 Bonus Benefits
• New Toy Story Crocs Coming Soon!
• New Disney Line Coming to Aldi!
• Raglan Road at Disney Springs Celebrates Cinco de Mayo
• New Bluey Merchandise Arriving Soon at Disney Parks and the Disney Store
• New Dr. Squatch Products Inspired by Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5
• NEW Toy Story Merch from Pandora!
• Halfway to Halloween Clues from Disney Parks
• Disney World Honors Make-A-Wish Family at Rededication of Updated Wish Lounge
• New Toy Story 5 Merch Available Today!
• More Star Wars Merchandise Announced Ahead of May the 4th Celebration
• Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food with Food, Drinks and Live Entertainment

Discussion:

• Update for H.O.M.E. – New Guest Announcement
• Disney Halloween and are the parks getting too early for the Halloween season? HHN Aug 28

Question for Michele (or Scott):

If you have a question, you want Scott to ask Michele on the show or a question for Michele to ask Scott? Email us at Scott@TheMainStreetMouse.com or Michele@TheMainStreetMouse.com and we will ask it.

If you would like to submit a question or show idea to Michele for her Daydream Believing Podcast that comes out on Thursdays, email her at Michele@TheMainStreetMouse.com

TMSM Sponsors:

Our Official Travel Partner of The Main Street Mouse

Make your money and time go further with all-inclusive, always complementary, white-glove services from award-winning MEI/Mouse Fan Travel. Wherever you travel, you deserve unparalleled support, honesty, and attention to detail from the best free travel agents in the business.

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Our Official Transportation Partner, The Genie Transportation Services, their trusted Orlando car service offers safe, private transportation from Orlando International Airport (MCO) straight to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and Port Canaveral. From spacious vehicles to friendly, professional drivers, they make every ride stress-free, comfortable, and a little more magical—so your family can focus on the fun ahead..visit

Welcome to The Main Street Mouse Weekly Podcast Show #218 for February 9th, 2026

On this episode:

Adventures in Florida Living:

• Wednesday - CatGate
• Friday – Disney Springs New Merchandise
• Saturday – Hang out with Friends

Park & Entertainment News:

• HOME 2026 Welcomes John O’Hurley
• Disney Announces Josh D’Amaro as New CEO of The Walt Disney Company
• The Savannah Bananas Going Back to Disneyland
• Universal Orlando Launches “This Changes Everything” Super Bowl LX Campaign on NBC & Peacock
• Disneyland Offers a “Happily Ever After” Moment at the Haunted Mansion
• No Cash Needed: Universal Volcano Bay Goes Fully Cashless February 25
• Disney California Adventure Celebrates 25 Years: Humphrey the Bear & More
• Fall in Love at Walt Disney World This Valentine’s Day with Sweet Treats and Magic
• Super Bowl LX MVP Kenneth Walker III Going To Disneyland
• National Pizza Day, Via Napoli at Epcot

Discussion:

• Update for H.O.M.E.
• Discussion Josh D’Amaro and CEO’s of Disney
• If you were appointed CEO of Disney, what would you like to change or on your list of things to change. 

Question for Michele (or Scott):

We have no question this week.

If you have a question, you want Scott to ask Michele on the show or a question for Michele to ask Scott?  Email us at Scott@TheMainStreetMouse.com or Michele@TheMainStreetMouse.com and we will ask it.

If you would like to submit a question or show idea to Michele for her Daydream Believing Podcast that comes out on Thursdays, email her at Michele@TheMainStreetMouse.com

TMSM Sponsors:

Our Official Travel Partner of The Main Street Mouse

Make your money and time go further with all-inclusive, always complementary, white-glove services from award-winning MEI/Mouse Fan Travel. Wherever you travel, you deserve unparalleled support, honesty, and attention to detail from the best free travel agents in the business.

https://mousefantravel.com/mainstreetmouse

Our Official Transportation Partner, The Genie Transportation Services, their trusted Orlando car service offers safe, private transportation from Orlando International Airport (MCO) straight to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and Port Canaveral. From spacious vehicles to friendly, professional drivers, they make every ride stress-free, comfortable, and a little more magical—so your family can focus on the fun ahead..visit www.TheGenieOrlando.com

Our Official Stroller/Scooter Partner Kingdom Strollers can help you with a rental.  They will deliver the item to your resort or rental home and pick it up at the end of the rental.  They have support staff to assist you at any time. 

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Thank you for listening,

Scott & Michele Atwood

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