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| EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival Reviews | 02 Sep 2024 | 01:02:11 | |
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 207 -
The EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival has begun, and we were there on opening day (and again on Saturday) to start sampling the goodies. We were joined by our friend Jason, and we have reviews of some of the booths and offerings available. What’s good, great, or just OK? We’ll share our thoughts on Episode 207 of The Mickeyphile Podcast.
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| Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs Reviews / Food and Wine Festival Previews | 27 Aug 2024 | 00:51:41 | |
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 206 - We finally have a Corn Dog sighting at Disney’s Boardwalk as Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs had a surprise opening on Friday. The semi-annual changing of which water park is open has been announced, and The EPCOT Internation Food and Wine Festival opens this week, with new goodies and some old and new bands in the American Garden Theater. It’s episode 206 of The Mickeyphile Podcast. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music: “Cân thema (Mickeyphile Podcast Theme)” copyright Scott Daves 2023 | |||
| Country Bear Musical Jamboree Opening Date, Test Track Closes for Refurb, and Inside Out 2 | 21 Jun 2024 | 00:37:24 | |
There’s news this week about The Country Bear Musical Jamboree, Test Track, and Tiana. Disney has some good news at the box office as Inside Out 2 beats all predictions, by a LOT. And we have information about Disney World’s Fourth of July celebration. All this and more, on episode 198 of The Mickeyphile Podcast.
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| Busch Gardens - Tampa | 23 Sep 2022 | 00:45:32 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 108 - News We left the familiar stomping grounds and ventured to Busch Gardens Tampa this week. We’ll share our impressions, good AND bad, plus news and more. This is Episode 108 of the Mickeyphile Podcast. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/
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| Disney World and D23 Expo | 16 Sep 2022 | 00:45:18 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 107 – Disney World and D23 Expo
Last week was the D23 Expo, and there were lots of announcements. But maybe not so much news. We’ll hit some of the high (and not so high) points of the Expo. On Episode 107 of the Mickeyphile podcast.
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Outro Music: Adding the Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party 2022 | 08 Sep 2022 | 00:57:09 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 106 – Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 2022 It’s time for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, and we went last week. We’ll share our experiences and observations, plus news and more. On Episode 106 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.
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| Another August Trip Report | 01 Sep 2022 | 01:02:48 | |
What is your favorite lounge at Walt Disney World? We made out second weekend trip in August, and this one was (almost) all about lounges and restaurants. We tried some new places, and old favorites. Plus news and more.
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| News, and a LOT of Discussion | 25 Aug 2022 | 00:44:14 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 104 - News and a LOT of Discussion Disney Enchantment already gets an update, the Park Pass Reservation system gets a needed change, and Disney Cruise announces DVC discounts on select cruises. And, we talk about our weekend trip to the World. On episode 104 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.
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| News and Other Ramblings | 18 Aug 2022 | 01:09:31 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 103 - News and Other Ramblings This week, there’s more news. EPCOT tours are returning. A beloved character meet returns to Fantasyland. And a top 4 Star Wars movie returns to the big screen. Plus, find out how Karen reacts to a scallop. All this and more on episode 103.
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| News and August Trip Report | 12 Aug 2022 | 00:52:26 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 102 - News and August Trip Report This week, we get back to the news. There’s news from the Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Springs, and even a Disney charity. And we’ll discuss our weekend trip to WDW. This is episode 102 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.
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| News, and Flavors of Florida | 03 Aug 2022 | 00:49:55 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 101 We have news about snacks, dessert parties and more at Mickey’s Not so Scary Halloween Party, and some other things. Then we’ll shoot the breeze about the Flavors of Florida at Disney Springs, our upcoming weekend trip, and whatever else comes to mind. On Episode 101 of the Mickeyphile Podcast. Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Intro Music: Strength of the Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Outro Music: Adding the Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | |||
| Episode 100 | 28 Jul 2022 | 01:40:01 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 100 It’s Episode 100! We are joined by a roundtable of our friends and Patreon Supporters to talk Disney World rides and resorts. And a lot of other things. Join in the fun, next. This is the Mickeyphile Podcast.
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| When Birds Attack | 21 Jul 2022 | 01:38:09 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 99: When Birds Attack This week, we sit down with our friend Jen Pulliam to reminisce about our 4th of July trip. We talk drinks, food, a couple rides, and a whole lot of laughs. And fireworks at the Top of the World Lounge. And Jen got attacked by a bird at Animal Kingdom and had to fight for her Mac & Cheese. All this and more on episode 99 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.
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| - Hollywood Studios, Boatwright’s Dining Hall, River Roost, PizzeRizzo, Artist’s Pallet, and Cape May Cafe | 13 Jun 2024 | 00:46:49 | |
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 197 - - Hollywood Studios, Boatwright’s Dining Hall, River Roost, PizzeRizzo, Artist’s Pallet, and Cape May Cafe We spent two nights at Saratoga Springs Resort. We tried a lot of restaurants, some new and some old favorites. We spent an evening with Yeeha Bob and saw Fantasmic. We’re going to discuss all of it, plus Standby Skipper and some other things, on Episode 197 of The Mickeyphile Podcast. Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music: “Cân thema (Mickeyphile Podcast Theme)” copyright Scott Daves 2023
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| Cancelled Disney Projects | 16 Jul 2022 | 01:04:54 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 98: Cancelled Disney Projects More character meets are returning, at restaurants and in the Parks. More details are revealed for the Splash Mountain re-theme, and a beloved event returns to Epcot. And then we look at Disney projects that never came to be. On episode 98 of the Mickeyphile podcast. | |||
| Marceline, MO with the Miles from Mainstreet Podcast | 08 Jul 2022 | 01:17:59 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 97: Marceline, MO with the Miles from Mainstreet Podcast On episode 97, we are joined by our new friends Bryan and Mykailo from the Miles from Mainstreet Podcast to discuss their trip to Walt’s hometown of Marceline, MO. And, some other Disney stuff.
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| No Plans | 29 Jun 2022 | 00:41:27 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 96: No Plans Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is back, starting in November. We’ll share what we know about the return of this great event, plus other news and our “No-plan” plan for a 4th of July trip to Disney. On Episode 96 of the Mickeyphile podcast.
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Outro Music: Adding the Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| Unpopular Disney Opinions | 22 Jun 2022 | 00:56:29 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 95: Unpopular Disney Opinions The Disney Wish has arrived at Port Canaveral, Disney is celebrating being “Halfway” to another holiday, and lots of Patriotic food at Disney World. Plus, we will share our Disney “Unpopular Opinions” coming up on Episode 95 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.
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Outro Music: Adding the Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| Pet Peeves | 17 Jun 2022 | 01:00:47 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 94: Pet Peeves Disney World may be the Most Magical Place on Earth, but there are always some little things that just get under your skin. We talk about our biggest pet peeves, along with Disney and DVC news, why Donald Duck has a speech impediment, and IRC chat (yes, we went down that rabbit hole) on Episode 94.
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| EPCOT, Guardians, and New Restaurants | 07 Jun 2022 | 00:58:15 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 93: EPCOT, Guardians, and New Restaurants We went back to EPCOT to meet up with some great friends, and rode Cosmic Rewind two more times! We ate at 2 new places, experienced a new attraction (new for us, anyway), and had a great day. We will share all our firsts, and more, on episode 93 of The Mickeyphile Episode.
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| EPCOT, Guardians, and a Meetup | 01 Jun 2022 | 00:45:11 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 92: EPCOT, Guardians, and a meetup We made a quick day trip to EPCOT to ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, meet up with some friends, and of course, get some merch. First time trips to Big River Grill and Brewing Works and Abracadabra, and some new drinks at Joffrey’s were included. All this and more on episode 92 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.
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| Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind | 26 May 2022 | 01:52:52 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 91: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind opens on Friday May 27. We got to take a ride early on a Passholder Preview with our friends, and two of them are here this week to talk about it, plus lounges, food, and a split stay at Coronado and Saratoga. Samantha Kuhn and Rebeccas Rudin join us to share a trip report With a LOT of laughs. This is Episode 91 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.
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| It's a Small World Marathon Saturday | 19 May 2022 | 01:22:40 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 90: It’s a Small World Marathon Saturday
Travis Detrick joins us this week to talk about his marathon Small World Experience on May 14. 12 hours, 20 trips, 4.1 miles, on the Happiest Cruise that ever sailed. And there is a little news thrown in too. On episode 90 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.
1. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind to launch into EPCOT on May 27 Virtual queue Beginning at 7 a.m. on the day of their park reservation, guests with a valid ticket or pass and a Disney Park Pass Reservation for EPCOT will be able to check for an available boarding group via the My Disney Experience app* and request access to the virtual queue. This can be done before you leave your Resort hotel or on your way to the park. At 1 p.m., there will be another opportunity to join the virtual queue for anyone who wasn’t able to join a boarding group earlier in the day. Keep in mind, guests must be inside EPCOT to access this second virtual queue opportunity. Virtual queue during extended evening hours Registered guests staying at a Disney Deluxe Resort, Disney Deluxe Villa Resort or other select hotels will have an additional opportunity to request to join the virtual queue at 6 p.m. on select dates during Extended Evening theme park hours. Guests with this benefit do not need to be in EPCOT to request to join at that time. Individual Lightning Lane Guests with valid park admission and a park reservation can purchase individual Lightning Lane entry in the My Disney Experience app* via the Disney Genie service on the same day of their visit, subject to availability. Lightning Lane fee has not be provide yet. 2. Harmony Barber Shop Reopening its Doors this Summer at Walt Disney World A mainstay of Magic Kingdom Park since opening day, Harmony Barber Shop is opening its doors once again on July 31 for the world’s most magical haircut. Will be bookable in the My Disney Experience app beginning June 28. 3. At Walt Disney World Only Starting on June 8, 2022, Disney Genie+ will only be available to purchase on the day of your visit to a Walt Disney World theme park, via the My Disney Experience app. Genie+ is currently offered as an add-on to a Walt Disney World ticket before arrival. Guests who have already purchased it as an add-on will still be able to use it. Guests will only be able to purchase Genie+ on the day of their visit for the rest of 2022 and all of 2023. Disney also stated Genie+ is “subject to availability.”
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| What's Still Missing at Walt Disney World? | 11 May 2022 | 00:46:52 | |
Boo to You. Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party is coming back. Dr. Strange has a huge premier weekend, and Disney is celebrating Mother’s Day every weekend in May. Plus we talk about the attractions, restaurants and more that we need to come back. All this and more on episode 89 of The Mickeyphile Podcast. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/
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| Tiana's Bayou Adventure Previews, Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bugalows, and other News | 07 Jun 2024 | 00:39:23 | |
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 196 - Disney Dreams That Soar, Disney Springs, and News Tiana’s Bayou Adventure kicks off previews with, let’s say, mixed results. Disney announces new Treats and Eats to celebrate the ride opening and the 30th Anniversary of the Lion King, and there are new photo ops coming to all four Florida Parks. We don’t really have a topic, so we’ll see what else comes up on Episode 196 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.
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| Happy Dapper Day | 05 May 2022 | 00:53:14 | |
This week, we’ll share a quick review of our weekend trip to Walt Disney World for our first Dapper Day. We hit Jock Lindseys, Spice Road Table and more. There was Karaoke, and great times with even better friends. Plus, we’ll throw in some news and other nonsense. On Episode 88 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.
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| Too Much Small World? | 27 Apr 2022 | 00:41:59 | |
It’s April, so it’s time to start talking about Halloween. Lots of events and new treats to talk about as Disney celebrates Halfway to Halloween. Plus a new restaurant opens, a new show gets closer, and we have some news from outside the Disney universe. And a special announcement from our friend Travis Detrick. All this and more on Episode 87 of the Mickeyphile Podcast. 1.Disney will be celebrating Halfway to Halloween this week, culminating on April 28 with a TikTok live from all the parks. They are encouraging people to Halloween “Bound” in the Parks on this day. Wednesday April 27 at 8pm Eastern they will be doing a Twitter watch party of a Disney Plus movie (apparently Hocus Pocus - shocker!). There will be special treats available in the parks to celebrate.
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| News and Discussion | 20 Apr 2022 | 00:39:28 | |
Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 86: News and Discussion Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 86 Some big news has been coming from Walt Disney World. Characters, masks, and the Guardians of the Galaxy top the headlines. Then we will discuss…whatever. We have no topic, so we’ll just share some thoughts from our recent trips to the Most Magical Celebration on Earth. This is Episode 86 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.
1. Character Meet & Greets are back!
2. Face Covering Mandate Changed Effective 4/19
3. GoTG DVC Preview and AP Preview were released on 4/14. DVC Dates are 5/9 & 5/18 and AP Dates are 5/8-5/10, 5/15 & 5/16 and 5/18-5/21 and assigned in 30-minute windows.
4. Drawn to Life has a NEW dining package!
5. World of Color to use Virtual Queue when it returns to Disney California Adventure on 4/22 6. Bus Service ended between SWGS and Disney Springs
7. National Geographic introduces Disney+ Subscription Bundle
8. WDW CM blackout dates lifted until Memorial Day 9. Disney Visa Cardmembers savings up to 30% on WDW Hotels from 8/28 - 9/19
DVC News 1. On April 15, 2022, Disney Vacation Club increased the number of vacation homes at Disney’s Riviera Resort that members can book using points. Thirteen vacation homes, located on the west side of the sixth floor, were added to Riviera’s DVC inventory, 2 Studios, 1 (1 Bedroom), 9 (2 Bedroom Lockoffs) & 1 Grand Villa
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| Anniversary Trip Report | 12 Apr 2022 | 01:20:19 | |
This week, we look back at our 24th anniversary trip to Disney World. A Fireworks cruise, Moonlight Magic, Sangria University and Genie+ highlight a whirlwind 4-night, 5 day drip. On Episode 85, of the @Mickeyphile Podcast. 1. DOD Warrior games to be held at ESPN Wide World of Sports August 19-28, 2022. https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/04/2022-dod-warrior-games-coming-to-walt-disney-world-resort/ 2. Disney+ Subscribers can save up to 25% off resort stays for most nights from July 8 - September 22. https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/04/disneyplus-subscribers-can-save-on-a-walt-disney-world-resort-stay/ 3. Encanto projection show on facade of It’s a Small World at Disneyland. Several times a night, projections will play along with “We Don’t Talk about Bruno”. https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/04/celebrate-disney-animations-award-winning-encanto-this-spring-at-disneyland-resort/ 4. Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind DVC preview announced. No specific dates revealed yet. https://dvcnews.com/dvc-program/member-benefits/news-66853/5269-cosmic-rewind-preview-confirmed 5. Registration dates for Moonlight Magic at Disney’s Hollywood Studios announced. Events are May 24, June 16, or July 14. Members staying on property for one of the dates can register starting April 20, 2022. All other Members can register on May 10, 2022. Hotel reservations must be finalized by April 17, 2022. https://dvcnews.com/dvc-program/member-benefits/news-66853/5274-hollywood-studios-moonlight-magic-registration-dates-for-2022 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/
Intro Music: Strength of the Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding the Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| Dan and Holly Austin Trip Report | 05 Apr 2022 | 02:05:00 | |
Episode 84: Dan and Holly Austin Trip Report Guardians of the Galaxy has an official opening date, and previews are coming. Hoop de Doo returns, and every Walt Disney World Hotel is now open. Then, we are joined by our friends Dan and Holly Austin to discuss their 8-day, 7-night trip to Walt Disney World for Spring Break. All this and more, plus some surprise guests, on Episode 84 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.
1. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind scheduled to open May 27th with Previews for CM, AP, DVC, Club 33 & D23 Gold Members 2. Normal Character Meet and Greets returning to US Parks & Resorts and DCL beginning April 18th 3. Disney+ expanding to 42 more countries and 11 new territories in Europe, West Asia and Africa 4. Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue returning June 23rd with reservations online starting May 26th 5. Rehearsals are underway for ‘Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond’ inside the Theater of the Wild 6. Full Menu with Prices for Connections Eatery at EPCOT released 7. Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort reopens marking the 1st time all resorts are open since March 2020 8. DCL self-service buffets returned April 1st 9. Disney Institute In-Person Learning returning on May 23rd at WDW & DL 10. 2022 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival is scheduled July 14th to November 19th
DVC 1. VGF Sales Resume, Direct Sales Jump In March 2022 In March 2022, 241,490 points were sold for the 11 DVC resorts at Walt Disney World. This was the first time since January 2020 that direct sales exceeded the 200,000-point mark, and the largest number of points in a single month dating back to the April 2019 (267,280.) 2. Member-exclusive Magic Kingdom fireworks voyages return on April 27
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Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| Off Property Stay, Magic Kingdom, and EPCOT | 29 Mar 2022 | 00:56:28 | |
Episode 83: Off Property Stay, Magic Kingdom and EPCOT We made a quick overnight trip to Disney World to meetup with some friends. Lounges, Photopass, and Festival booths were included, we will discuss all of it. Plus news and more, on episode 83 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.
1. Citrus Swirl is back at Sunshine Terrace in MK 2. Disney wins 6 Oscars for 5 different films: 1. ACTRESS IN A LEADING ROLE: THE EYES OF TAMMY FAYE – Jessica Chastain 2. ANIMATED FEATURE: ENCANTO 3. ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE: WEST SIDE STORY – Ariana DeBose 4. BEST DOCUMENTARY (FEATURE): SUMMER OF SOUL (…Or When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) 5. MAKEUP AND HAIRSTYLING: THE EYES OF TAMMY FAYE – Linda Dowds, Stephanie Ingram, and Justin Raleigh 6. COSTUME DESIGN: CRUELLA – Jenny Beaven 3. Caribbean Cay Bridge at Caribbean Beach Resort is under refurbishment, but still open. 4. Yacht Club exterior re-painting is completed. Bridges at Stormalong Bay Pool are closed. 5. Plexiglass barriers are now removed from Magic Kingdom stores. 6. Minnie Vans, Bibbity Boppity Boutique, and the Cultural Representative program prepare to return. No official dates yet. 7. Character dining and non-distanced character meets return to Disneyland Paris on 4/1/2022. 8. RunDisney announces frozen inspired virtual 5K series. There will be 3 - 5K races from June 1 through August 31, 2022. The 5K metals feature Kristof and span, Elsa, Anna and Elsa; the 4 race challenge medal is Olaf. General registration opens April 5, 2022, at 10 AM EST 9. Guests of Disney Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels as well as Shades of Green at Walt Disney World Resort can purchase tickets to H2O Glow After Hours on the Walt Disney World Resort websitebeginning March 29, with tickets on sale for the general public April 1.
DVC 1. Animal Kingdom Lodge, Old Key West, and Saratoga Springs increased to $200/pt for direct purchase. 2. High Rock Springs pool at Saratoga Springs Resort will close from January through Late March 2023 for refurbishment
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Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser (Review w/ Spoilers) | 22 Mar 2022 | 01:25:17 | |
Episode 82: Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser This week, we are joined by our friends Veronica, Ella and Kaylei to talk about their voyage on the Halcyon, the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. We’ll discuss how a family of four enjoyed their cruise to a Galaxy Far, Far Away. Plus news and more, on Episode 82 of the Mickeyphile Podcast. Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/
Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| More EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival | 15 Mar 2022 | 00:52:28 | |
Episode 81: More EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival This is Episode 81 of the Mickeyphile Podcast. We went back to Epcot for more of the EPCOT International Flower and Garden festival. We have more reviews, some cool new merchandise, plus news and more on this week’s episode. Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/
Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival | 08 Mar 2022 | 00:43:32 | |
Episode 80: EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival The Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival kicked off on March 2nd, and we went over to try some of the new outdoor kitchens. We’ll share our reviews of a few of them, plus news and more on this week’s episode of The Mickeyphile Podcast. Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/
Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| The Walt Disney World Railroad | 01 Mar 2022 | 00:51:52 | |
Episode 79: The Walt Disney World Railroad All Aboard! This week, we are taking a close look at The Walt Disney World Railroad. Plus news and more, on episode 79 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.
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Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| Disney Dreams That Soar, More Disney Springs, and News | 01 Jun 2024 | 00:43:19 | |
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 195 - Disney Dreams That Soar, More Disney Springs, and News The Disney Dreams that Soar drone show opened on Friday, May 24, to massive crowds and even bigger delays at Disney Springs. We waited a day and thankfully made it out alive. There are reopenings at Hollywood Studios and Port Orleans French Quarter. And we have news about Moana 2, with a new trailer coming out—all this and more. The Mickeyphile Podcast, episode 195, starts now. Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music: “Cân thema (Mickeyphile Podcast Theme)” copyright Scott Daves 2023 | |||
| Walt Disney World VIP Tour: G3 Part 3 | 24 Feb 2022 | 00:57:18 | |
Episode 78: Walt Disney World VIP Tour: G3 Part 3 Our recap of the Grand Geekin’ Gathering concludes with a report on a 30 person VIP Tour Group. 7 hours, 3 Parks, 12 attractions, and a beautiful view of Disney Enchantment. Plus news and more on Episode 78. Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile/
Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| Bob and Josh do More G3 (EPCOT & Hollywood Studios): Part 2 | 16 Feb 2022 | 01:13:27 | |
Episode 77: Bob and Josh do more G3 (EPCOT & Hollywood Studios): Part 2 Our look back at G3 continues with Saturday and Sunday. Epcot day brought another group photo, margaritas, fireworks, and we met a brand new Disney Princess. Sunday was Hollywood Studios, the Crusher photo, a new restaurant, and great times with friends at a new lounge (for us anyway). Villain-tines Day Wall Papers for Desktop/Mobile/Apple Watch: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile/
Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| Bob and Josh Do G3: Part 1 | 10 Feb 2022 | 01:18:06 | |
Episode 76: Bob and Josh do G3: Part 1 We got to spend the weekend with all our weird internet friends, and a couple special guests that kept joining us for pictures at the Grand Geekin’ Gathering last week. Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom, special meals. Great celebrations. And memories and new friendships that we will cherish forever. All this and more on Episode 76 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.
Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| Birthday Trip Discussion | 01 Feb 2022 | 00:51:22 | |
Episode 75: Birthday Trip Discussion On Episode 75, we met with our friends Dave and Veronica for a one day trip to Magic Kingdom and Epcot. Lots of shopping and some Festival Food were part of the trip. Plus news, discussion, and a surprise Freecycle offering, all on this week’s episode.
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| A Rainy Day at Disney World | 27 Jan 2022 | 00:49:30 | |
Episode 73: A Rainy Day at Disney World It’s Episode 74, and the weather has been rough in Central Florida. So we’ll share some tips and tricks for making the most of your rainy day at the Most Magical Place on Earth. Plus news, discussion, and more on this week’s episode. Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| News and Discussion...and those Figment Popcorn Buckets | 20 Jan 2022 | 00:53:22 | |
Episode 73: News and Discussion…and those Figment Popcorn Buckets In Episode 73, we have lots of restaurant openings, Garden Rocks returning, and announcements about the Flower and Garden Festival. And what Disney got right (and very, very wrong) with the Figment Popcorn Buckets. Plus lots more. Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | |||
| Previewing G3 | 13 Jan 2022 | 00:52:10 | |
Episode 72: Previewing G3 In Episode 72, we’ll preview our plans for the Grand Geekin’ Gathering coming up in February. Plus lots of news, some discussion, and Scott’s plan to become a “celebrity” at Walt Disney World.
Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| Hawkeye, Black Widow, and Boba Fett | 06 Jan 2022 | 01:10:04 | |
Episode 71: Hawkeye, Black Widow, and Boba Fett In Episode 71, our friend Tom Ellison joins us to discuss Marvel’s Hawkeye and Black Widow, and the first episode of The Book of Boba Fett. Plus news and other talk as we kick off the New Year.
Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| New Year's Resolutions | 29 Dec 2021 | 00:28:49 | |
Episode 70: New Year’s Resolutions 2021 is almost over. We will talk about New Year’s Resolutions we’d like to see from Disney as we enter 2022. Plus, news and more on Episode 70 of The Mickeyphile Podcast.
Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays: Food Reviews | 22 Dec 2021 | 00:55:58 | |
Episode 69: EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays: Food Reviews. The trams are BACK! At least at Magic Kingdom. Disney World announces an opening date for All Star Sports, and is bringing back popular tours in February. Plus lots more news from the Parks, DVC and more. Then, we share live reviews as we worked our way around the World Showcase.
Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| News, TRON Identity Program | 24 May 2024 | 00:39:06 | |
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 194 We are learning more about discounts for V.I.Passholder Days, we got our first look at costumes for the new Country Bear Musical Jamboree, and the Disney Dreams that Soar drone show is ready to debut. We have news about Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, The EPCOT DVC lounge, and more details about the Island Tower at the Polynesian. Then we will talk about the Tron Identity Program and more. On Episode 194 of The Mickeyphile Podcast. Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music: “Cân thema (Mickeyphile Podcast Theme)” copyright Scott Daves 2023 | |||
| Polynesian Bungalows | 16 Dec 2021 | 01:47:09 | |
Episode 68: Polynesian Bungalows There’s lots of news from the Parks and more. Trams are coming back (but not back yet). More 50th Anniversary merchandise drops. And is the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular is set to reopen this week. Then, Jen Batchelder joins us to talk about her recent stay in the Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Resort.
Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| News and Discussion | 09 Dec 2021 | 00:53:26 | |
Episode 67: WDW News and More Trams are coming back. You can now make reservations through My Disney Experience for Lounges at WDW. Disney Genie is coming to Disneyland, and it’s different than Walt Disney World. Plus more Christmas decorations and more.
Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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| EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays | 02 Dec 2021 | 01:26:02 | |
Episode 66: EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Boatwrights and Storybook Dining at Artist’s Point are coming back. And we talk about all the food, beverages, and evtertainment you can find at the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. Plus more on this week’s episode.
Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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