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10/12/17 - On this week’s news episode, we discuss the cancellation of an upcoming animated film, a dessert party returning this December, and our thoughts on the latest trailer for Star Wars: The Last Jedi.

### **Links**

- Business News

- Bob Iger Speaks Out Against Harvey Weinstein’s Alleged Behavior - [Hollywood Reporter](http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/disney-chief-bob-iger-harvey-weinstein-allegations-abhorent-unacceptable-1047577)

- Disney Launches New Vacation gifting Site - [WDW Magic](http://www.wdwmagic.com/other/walt-disney-company/news/10oct2017-disney-launches-new-vacation-gifting-site.htm)

- Movie & TV News

- “Flight of the Navigator” next on Disney Reboot list - [Hollywood Reporter](http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/lucifer-showrunner-tackling-flight-navigator-reboot-1043758?utm_source=twitter)

- Disney and Fox Joining for new Streaming Service - [Bloomberg](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2017-10-10/disney-fox-others-are-said-to-join-forces-for-download-service)

- Coco VR Experience Announced - [WDWNT](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/10/video-coco-vr-experience-announced-oculus-event/)

- Star Wars Virtual Experience Opens December 16th at Disney Springs; Tickets on sale - [OrlandoStop](http://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/star-wars-virtual-reality-experience-opens-december-16-at-disney-springs-tickets-on-sale-now/#more-15398)

- Disney and Pixar Cancel “Gigantic” - [Moviepilot](https://moviepilot.com/p/pixar-disney-gigantic-canceled/4386275)

- Disney Parks Holiday Specials to film Nov 3-7 - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/disney-parks-holiday-specials-to-film-on-november-3-7-2017/)

- Products/Merchandise

- New Christmas mugs and tumblers released on shopdisney - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BaB9Rgalulk/?taken-by=mugs_of_disney)

- New Magicband Puck Keeper Slider - [Chip and Co](http://www.chipandco.com/wear-magic-want-magicband-puck-keeper-slider-284656/)

- Disney Ufufy Arrived from Japan - [WDWNT](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/10/forget-tsum-tsum-disney-ufufy-arrived-japan/)

- Figment Epcot 35 Backpack released - [WDWNT](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/10/photos-figment-epcot-35-backback-released-today/)

- World Showcase merch for Epcot 35th Ann online now - [WDWNT](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/10/shop-now-limited-release-hats-shirts-amazing-tumbler-celebrating-epcots-35th/)

- New Disney Parks Wallpaper Designs for the Apple Watch - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/new-disney-parks-wallpaper-designs-for-the-apple-watch/)

- Parks and Resorts Updates

- New Dole Whip Upside Down Pineapple Cake - [Disney Food Blog](http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2017/10/08/news-dole-whip-topped-pineapple-upside-down-cake-in-magic-kingdom/)

- Winter Summerland Mini Golf Closed for Next Several Weeks - [WDW News Today](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/10/disneys-winter-summerland-miniature-golf-closed-several-weeks-starting-today/)

- Ferrytale Fireworks Dessert Party Returning this December - [WDWNT](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/10/ferrytale-fireworks-dessert-party-returning-december-2017-sans-wishes/)

- Looks like the Muppet Fountain will be Returning to HS - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/construction-walls-indicate-that-the-muppet-fountain-will-once-again-become-operational/)

- MNSSHP Now Sold Out for October 31st - [WDW Magic](http://www.wdwmagic.com/events/mickeys-not-so-scary-halloween-party/news/08oct2017-mickeys-not-so-scary-halloween-party-now-sold-out-for-october-31-2017.htm)

- Photos: Mini Tea Sets released at Disney Parks - [WDWNT](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/10/photos-new-mini-tea-sets-featuring-haunted-mansion-pirates-frozen-peter-pan-released-disney-parks/)

- New Yacht Club Dining Options - [WDWNT](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/10/captains-grille-closes-yachtman-steakhouse-adds-breakfast-lunch-ahead-new-restaurant-opening-yacht-club/)

- D-Living has Temporarily Closed at Disney Springs - [Chip and Co](http://www.chipandco.com/d-living-temporarily-closed-disney-springs-284878/)

- Victoria & Albert’s Named #2 Fine Dining Restaurant in US by TRIP ADVISOR

Star Wars: The Last Jedi Trailer - [Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q0CbN8sfihY)

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On this week’s Dis Talk episode, we reveal our favorite Halloween-themed TV show episodes and movies.

### ** Click Links to Watch These Disney Movies!**

- Hocus Pocus - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFSXtYAaii0)

- Nightmare Before Christmas - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9KE6n3x6O8)

- Frankenweenie - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guzE63lQYRg)

- Monsters, Inc. - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guzE63lQYRg)

- Tower of Terror - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-0YxkieUyM)

- Mickey's House of Villains - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5CQD4N2aALs)

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On this week’s news episode, we discuss the discounts now available at Walt Disney World for 2018, dates and events announced for D23, and the issue of reselling Disney merchandise online for a profit.

### **Links**

- Business News

- D23 2018 Dates and Events Announced - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/breaking-d23-2018-events-announced/)

- WDW Early 2018 Discounts Have Been Released - [Chip and Co](http://www.chipandco.com/walt-disney-world-early-2018-discounts-released-284256/) also military discounts [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/walt-disney-world-releases-2018-military-discounts/amp/)

- Disney Collaborate with Japanese Company to Make Princess Wedding Dresses - [Bored Panda](https://www.boredpanda.com/disney-wedding-dresses-kuraudia-co/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=BPFacebook)

- New Patent Could Allow Disney to Combine, Shopping, Hotels, Parks, and Entertainment into One Immersive Experience - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/new-patent-could-allow-disney-to-combine-shopping-hotels-parks-and-entertainment-into-one-immersive-experience/)

- Atlanta Braves Leaving Disney Sports Complex in 2018 - [Bay News 9](http://www.baynews9.com/content/news/baynews9/on-the-town/article.html/content/news/articles/cfn/2017/9/25/atlanta_braves_leavi.html)

- TV News

- Disney/Altice Reach Deal that Avoids ESPn blackout - [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/article/us-disney-altice/disney-altice-reach-deal-that-avoids-espn-blackout-idUSKCN1C61VP)

- New “Disney Now” App Lanches - [Variety](http://variety.com/2017/digital/news/disneynow-launches-disney-channel-xd-disney-junior-1202575447/)

- Hocus Pocus to get Disney Channel Remake - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/hocus-pocus-is-getting-a-disney-channel-tv-movie-remake/amp/)

- Disney Channel to Produce Freaky Friday Musical - [Deadline](http://deadline.com/2017/09/freaky-friday-musical-disney-channel-heidi-blickenstaff-cozi-zuehlsdorff-1202179379/)

- Disney Partners with Cinemedia to bring behind the scenes to theaters - [Hollywood Reporter](http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/disney-partnership-will-bring-behind-scenes-content-theaters-1043731)

- Products/Merchandise

- Snow White Dooney and Burke line Coming Soon - [Disney Parks Blog](https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2017/09/dream-big-princess-collection-by-dooney-bourke-celebrates-the-fairest-one-of-all/)

- New Starbucks “You Are Here” Fantasyland mug released at MK - [WDWNT](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/09/photos-new-starbucks-fantasyland-mug-released-magic-kingdom/)

- Redesigned Hocus Pocus merchandise is back at MK for MNSSHP - [WDWNT](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/10/photos-redesigned-hocus-pocus-merchandise-finally-arrives-magic-kingdom-halloween-party/)

- Parks and Resorts Updates

- Guardians of the Galaxy ride in EPCOT will be a Roller Coaster - [WDW News Today](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/10/confirmed-guardians-galaxy-ride-epcot-will-revolutionary-roller-coaster-rude/)

- Highway Dine the Sky Extended into December - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/highway-in-the-sky-dine-around-extended-select-dates-through-dec-14/amp/)

- Mickey’s New Years Eve BBQ Announced at Fort Wilderness - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/disney-announces-mickeys-new-years-eve-bbq-at-disneys-fort-wilderness-resort-campground/amp/)

- Stitch’s Great Escape to Become Character Meet N Greet - [Orlando Park Stop](http://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/stitchs-great-escape-to-become-alien-encounter-character-greeting/?subscribe=success#515)

- Minnie Vans have now expanded to serve guests at ALL WDW resorts

- Breakfast No longer Served at the Plaza Restaurant in MK

- Salon by the Springs now open at WL (completes updates and construction)

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On this week’s Dis Talk episode, we celebrate EPCOT’s 35th Anniversary by delving into its past, present, and future.

On this week’s news episode, we discuss EPCOT’s 35th Anniversary, a new Disney Store format, and the ethics of a Throw Away room.

On this week's Dis Talk episode, we talk about with attractions you should use a Fastpass on, as well as those that maybe don't one.

On this week’s news episode, we discuss a once in a lifetime giveaway, the announcements of popular events returning next year, and how we feel about Disney’s mobile ordering in the parks.

### **Links**

- Spend the Night in Cinderella Castle with Raffle from Non-Profit - [Inside the Magic](http://www.insidethemagic.net/2017/09/spend-night-exclusive-cinderella-castle-suite-walt-disney-world-thanks-fundraising-raffle/)

- After Hours Event Returns to Magic Kingdom in 2018 - [Kenny The Pirate](http://www.kennythepirate.com/2017/09/14/disney-after-hours-returns-magic-kingdom-2018/)

- Festival of the Arts Returns in 2018 with added days! - [Disney Food Blog](http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2017/09/19/news-dates-announced-for-epcot-festival-of-the-arts-running-7-days-a-week-in-2018/)

- Disney and LucasFilm team up for digital series “Science and Star Wars” - [Inside the Magic](http://www.insidethemagic.net/2017/09/video-disney-lucasfilm-launch-science-star-wars-series-scientific-look-lightsabers/)

- Marvel Superhero Magicbands now Available Online, Coming to WDW soon - [WDW News Today](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/09/marvel-super-hero-magicbands-now-available-online-coming-wdw/)

- PHOTOS at HS

1. Toy Story Land and Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney Presents - [WDW Magic](http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/toy-story-land/news/19sep2017-photos---demolition-of-soundstage-4-at-the-new-toy-story-land-entrance.htm)

2. Signage at Baseline Taphouse and Grand Avenue - [WDW Magic](http://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/baseline-tap-house/news/15sep2017-photos---signage-and-shop-window-details-now-going-into-baseline-tap-house-and-grand-avenue.htm)

3. Demo of Soundstage 4 for new Toy Story entrance - [WDW Magic](http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/one-mans-dream/news/15sep2017-photos---walt-disney-presents-unveils-toy-story-land-and-star-wars-a-galaxys-edge-models.htm)

4. New Runaway Railway preview at Walt Disney Presents - [WDW News Today](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/09/photos-new-preview-mickey-minnies-runaway-railway-ride-debuts-first-look-animatronic-figures/)

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On this week's Dis Talk, we recap our experience of eating and drinking around the world at this year’s International Food and Wine Festival at EPCOT.

On this week’s news show, we discuss the aftermath of Hurricane Irma, a few Star Wars related updates, and the passing of a Disney legend. **Pre-Discussion** - Discussion about the Fall weather

## Links to Articles

- Hurricane Irma Effects

1. Construction areas exposed due to Irma preparations - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/hurricane-irma-prep-exposes-grand-ave-plus-more-updates-at-hollywood-studios/amp/)

2. Fort Wilderness Still Closed After Hurricane Irma Destruction - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/impacts-of-hurricane-irma-keep-disneys-fort-wilderness-resort-campground-closed/)

3. Several Attractions Remained Closed at WDW - [WDW News Today](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/09/breaking-several-walt-disney-world-attractions-remain-closed-thanks-hurricane-irma/)

4. Walt Disney Co Announces a $2.5 Million Donation to Hurricane Irma Relief - [Inside the Magic](http://www.insidethemagic.net/2017/09/walt-disney-company-announces-2-5-million-donation-hurricane-irma-relief/)

- Bog Iger Reveals Disney’s Profits for 2017 will be Similar to 2016 - [Chip and Co.](http://www.chipandco.com/bob-iger-reveals-disneys-profits-will-similar-last-year-281935/)

- Update: Star Wars and Marvel Movies to Leave Netflix Along with Other Disney Movies - [Variety](http://variety.com/2017/biz/news/star-wars-marvel-movies-disney-streaming-service-1202549993/)

- Star Wars Galactic Nights Returns in December with Some New Add-Ons - [WDWNT](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/09/star-wars-galactic-nights-returns-december-2017-including-panel-star-wars-galaxys-edge/)

- J.J. Abrams to Replace Colin Trevorrow to direct Star Wars episode 9 - [Star Wars](http://www.starwars.com/news/j-j-abrams-to-write-and-direct-star-wars-episode-ix?cmp=smc%7C1069686719)

- Movie Release Schedule Changes Amid Star Wars Movie Shakeup - [Inside the Magic](http://www.insidethemagic.net/2017/09/disneys-schedule-upcoming-films-sees-major-changes-aladdin-christopher-robin-get-new-dates/)

- Sunset Seasons Greetings Coming to Hollywood Studios - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/breaking-sunset-seasons-greetings-set-to-debut-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-this-holiday-season/amp/)

- Legendary Animator and Imagineer X Atencio Passes Away at 98 - [Disney Parks Blog](https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2017/09/legendary-disney-animator-and-imagineer-francis-xavier-x-atencio-passes-away-at-age-98/)

- Disney Announces the new “Club Mickey Mouse” Mouseketeers - [Laughing Place](http://www.laughingplace.com/w/news/2017/09/08/disney-announces-new-club-mickey-mouse-mouseketeers/)

- Satuli Canteen No Longer Offering Breakfast - [WDWNT](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/09/satuli-canteen-pandora-world-avatar-discontinuing-breakfast-service-lunch-begins-10am/)

- New Restrooms and Exterior Seating Open at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe - [WDWNT](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/09/photos-new-restrooms-exterior-seating-now-open-cosmic-rays-starlight-cafe/)

- Coco Coming to the Mexico Pavilion Gaining Steam - [Chip and Co](http://www.chipandco.com/coco-added-mexico-pavilion-replacing-gran-fiesta-tour-281949/)

- Enchanted Tiki Room to be Replaced? - [WDW Theme Parks](http://wdwthemeparks.com/rumors/2017/04/15/the-enchanted-tiki-room-to-be-replaced)

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On this week Dis Talk, we recap our first experience at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party and what we thought about the party overall.

### **Show Links**

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Information - [Walt Disney World](https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/magic-kingdom/mickeys-not-so-scary-halloween-party/) Podcast Episode 21 - MNSSHP Preview - [Capture the Magic Website](http://www.capturethemagicpodcast.com/podcast/ep-21-mickeys-not-scary-halloween-party-preview)

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