Episode 272 for the week of August 25th, 2025 ...  and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

Walt Disney World Updates From Media Event:
- Zootopia: Better Zoogether to open November 7th and Judy Hops and Nick Wilde M&G coming. Source: Disney Parks Blog

- Big Thunder Mountain new effects and backstory discusses. Source: Disney Parks Blog

- Rock 'n' Roller Coaster with the Muppets update including animatronics in preshow. Source: Disney Parks Blog

Starts @1:52 ...

Other Walt Disney World Updates:
- Beak and Barrel Preview. Source: Disney Parks Blog - including really fun video game like video to show off the interior elements: Source: Disney Parks YouTube

- Imagineer That with Tom Morrow 2.0 Returns!

- New Starlight Times posted

- Possible Return of the Deluxe (Ultimate)) Dining Plan?

Starts @15:27 ...

Universal Updates Epic Express Pass:
- Universal has added both Battle at the Ministry and Minecart Madness to Express Pass at Epic Universe

- How does this impact Phil's touring plans for his upcoming visit?

Starts @33:35 ...

Construction Updates:
- New permit for Imagineering facilities near Magic Kingdom

Starts @39:36 ...

Phil's Upcoming Trip - Final Details:
- Phil leaves this week for his Destination D23 and Epic Universe no-kids trip ... what are his final plans and what is he most looking forward to?

Starts @43:40 ...

Should Disney have a "Mini-Annual Pass"?:
- The guys discuss alternatives Disney could do with their ticket structure to encourage people to take more than one trip a year

Starts @1:00:57 ...

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