Capture The Magic Podcast - Disney World | Universal Studios Florida | News, Rumors & More

On this week’s news show, we discuss how Hurricane Irma will affect the Disney World parks and its guests, how another director has dropped out of Star Wars movie, and how we felt about our latest Disney trip. **Pre-Discussion** - Quick Recap of our latest Disney trip **Hurricane Coverage - ** [Disney World FAQ for Hurricanes](https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/faq/hurricane-policy/)

### **Links to Articles**

- Star Wars Episode 9 Director is Out - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/lucasfilm-and-star-wars-episode-ix-director-part-ways/amp/)

- Disney and ABC Tv planning Layoffs to cut costs - [Biz Journal](https://www.bizjournals.com/losangeles/news/2017/08/31/disney-abc-tv-group-planning-layoffs-to-cut-costs.html?ana=yahoo&yptr=yahoo)

- Echo Lake Undergoing Refurbishment - [Kenny the Pirate](http://www.kennythepirate.com/2017/09/04/echo-lake-hollywood-studios-undergo-refurbishment/)

- New Interchangeable Disney Mickey Ear Bow Collection - [Disney Parks Blog](https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2017/08/glam-up-your-disney-style-with-the-disney-interchangeable-bow-collection/)

- Disney Red Cards Are Going Away - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/walt-disney-world/disneys-wait-time-red-cards-are-going-away/)

- Snack Kiosks Now A Part of Mobile Ordering - [WDW Magic](http://www.wdwmagic.com/other/mymagicplus/news/05sep2017-magic-kingdom-snack-kiosks-joining-mobile-order.htm)

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On this week's Dis Talk, we discuss and preview the International Food and Wine Festival at Epcot this year. As well as share some tips about how to get the most out of the event this year!

## **Show Topics**

EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Overview - [Disney World Website](https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/epcot/epcot-international-food-and-wine-festival/) Festival Details (links to other details included) - [Disney Food Blog](http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2017-epcot-food-and-wine-festival/)

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On this week’s news show, we discuss Disney’s efforts to help Hurricane Harvey victims, the second Force Friday event coming to Disney Springs, and rumors of some possible new names for Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

## **Show Notes**

**Pre-Discussion** - Our upcoming trip overview

### **Links to Articles**

- Bill Nye is Suing Disney for $37 million over TV Show Profits - [Deadline](http://deadline.com/2017/08/bill-nye-science-guy-sues-disney-fraud-profits-1202156048/)

- Disney Commits $1 million to Hurricane Harvey Relief, Announces Day of Giving - [The Laughing Place](http://www.laughingplace.com/w/news/2017/08/29/disney-commits-1-million-hurricane-harvey-relief-announces-day-giving/)

- SeaWorld Under Criminal Investigation - [ClickOrlando](https://www.clickorlando.com/news/seaworld-under-criminal-investigation)

- New Candlelight Processional Celebrity Narrators Announced - [Kenny the Pirate](http://www.kennythepirate.com/2017/08/29/new-candlelight-processional-celebrity-narrators-announced/)

- Disney Plans to Begin Phase 1 of Flamingo Crossing Retail Space in 2018 - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/disney-plans-to-begin-phase-1-of-flamingo-crossings-retail-space-development-in-2018/amp/)

- Walt Disney World Restaurants to be Featured in Orlando Annual Magical Dining Month - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/walt-disney-world-restaurants-featured-in-visit-orlandos-annual-magical-dining-month/amp/)

- Force Friday II Coming to Disney Springs - [WDW Magic](http://www.wdwmagic.com/shopping/world-of-disney/news/30aug2017-force-friday-ii-coming-to-disney-springs.htm)

- Tea Traders at Disney Springs offering Disney character prints on your Coffee - [WDW Magic](http://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/the-tea-traders-cafe/news/25aug2017-ripple-maker-prints-disney-characters-on-your-coffee,-now-at-tea-traders.htm)

- Maria and Enzo Coming to Disney Springs this Fall - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/maria-and-enzo-coming-to-disney-springs-this-fall/amp/)

- Model for Tinker Bell, Ginni Mack, Dies at 90 - no link, just a mention

- Is Hollywood Studios About to Get a Name Change? - [Chip and Co.](http://www.chipandco.com/hollywood-studios-get-name-change-279845/)

- Greater Presence of Muppets in DHS? [Disney Tourist Blog](http://www.disneytouristblog.com/wdw-news-rumors-indiana-jones-land-hollywood-studios-rename/)

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On this week's Dis Talk, we discuss Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party for 2017. We preview some main parts of the event, how to plan for it and some tips to help make the party even more fun.

## **Show Notes**

**Pre-Discussion** -Start of Fall and Halloween season

### **Show Topics**

Mickey’s Not So Scary Party Overview - [Disney World Website](https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/magic-kingdom/mickeys-not-so-scary-halloween-party/) Party Treats - [Kenny the Pirate](http://www.kennythepirate.com/2017/08/18/2017-mickeys-not-scary-halloween-party-treats/) Party Exclusive Merchandise - [Kenny the Pirate](http://www.kennythepirate.com/2017/08/14/more-goodies-to-get-at-the-2017-mickeys-not-so-scary-halloween-party/) MNSSHP History - [Best of Orlando](http://www.bestoforlando.com/articles/the-colorful-of-history-of-mickeys-not-so-scary-halloween-party/) Party Guide Map - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/holidays/photos/mnsshp-map1.htm)

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On this week’s news show, we discuss the new updates made to the My Disney Experience App, the beginning of construction of a new hotel and restaurant, and the possibility of another movie being developed based on a beloved Star Wars character.

## **Show Notes**

**Pre-Discussion** - The Solar Eclipse

### **Links to Articles**

- Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside testing large pumpable toiletries of the H2O products - [WDWNT](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/08/photo-disney-world-replacing-stealable-toiletries-pump-dispensers-guest-hotel-rooms/)

- Three New Updates have come to the My Disney Experience App - [Kenny the Pirate](http://www.kennythepirate.com/2017/08/23/three-new-my-disney-experience-app-updates/)

- Updated: New Hollywood Studios Grand Avenue Opening this Fall - [Kenny the Pirate](http://www.kennythepirate.com/2017/08/17/37910/)

- Celebration at the Top extended through December 24th - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/celebration-at-the-top-sip-savor-and-sparkle-at-california-grill-extended-through-dec-24/amp/)

- New Limited edition Haunted Mansion and Halloween tees have been released - [WDWNT](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/08/disney-parks-limited-release-haunted-mansion-halloween-t-shirts-available-online/)

- Animal Kingdom Celebrates Tiger Cubs’ Births - [Orlando Sentinel](http://www.orlandosentinel.com/travel/attractions/the-daily-disney/os-disney-tiger-cubs-20170823-story.html)

- Construction has begun on the new Disney’s Riviera Resort - [WDW Magic](http://www.wdwmagic.com/resorts/disney-riviera-resort/news/22aug2017-photos---construction-gets-underway-at-disney-riviera-resort.htm)

- Construction walls are up for the new Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill - [WDW Magic](http://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/wolfgang-puck-bar-and-grill/news/21aug2017-photos---walls-go-up-for-new-wolfgang-puck-bar-and-grill-along-with-new-concept-art.htm)

- Star Wars’ Obi-Wan Kenobi in early development - [Variety](http://variety.com/2017/film/news/obi-wan-kenobi-star-wars-movie-disney-stephen-daldry-1202531346/)

- All-Star Resorts to Add a Shared Table Service Restaurant - [WDWNT](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/08/rumor-star-value-resorts-walt-disney-world-add-table-service-restaurant/)

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On this week’s grab bag show, we ask the question, what are the best thrill rides in Disney World? We also rank and discuss our top 5 favorites. **Previous episode links**

- Episode 18: [News & Rumors, and Some Disney Travel Hacks](http://www.capturethemagicpodcast.com/podcast/ep-18-disney-world-news-rumors-disney-travel-hacks)

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On this week's news show we discuss the end of a transportation option for the parks, a new secret menu at one of the resorts, and the possibility of a themed land based on everyone’s favorite archeologist.

## **Show Notes**

Pre-Discussion/Post Discussion - Trip Preparation **Links to Articles**

- Retired Pro-Wrestling Star Denied Entry Into Magic Kingdom with Segway - [WGTV](http://www.wftv.com/news/local/paralyzed-pro-wrestling-star-says-disney-trip-left-him-in-dark-place/591768960)

- Express Transportation to be Discontinued This Month - [WDW Magic](http://www.wdwmagic.com/transportation/express-transportation/news/14aug2017-express-transportation-service-to-be-discontinued.htm)

- One Man’s Dream to be Reimagined as Walt Disney Presents - [Kenny the Pirate](http://www.kennythepirate.com/2017/08/11/one-mans-dream-to-be-reimagined-in-hollywood-studios/)

- All Star Movies Resort Has a New Secret Menu! - [Disney Food Blog](http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2017/08/13/new-shhh-all-star-movies-resort-secret-menu-in-walt-disney-world/)

- Google Doing Streetview at Disneyland - [OC Register](http://www.ocregister.com/2017/08/11/googles-street-view-coming-soon-to-disneyland/)

- New Fall and Winter Discounts Released for Passholders - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/new-fall-and-holiday-special-offers-available-for-walt-disney-world-annual-passholders/amp/)

- Family Does 30 Stays in 30 Days at Walt Disney World - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/one-family-embarks-on-30-stays-in-30-days-at-the-walt-disney-world-resort/)

- Is Blizzard Beach testing Fastpasses? - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/is-disneys-blizzard-beach-testing-fastpass/amp/)

- Dinoland Being Replaced with Indiana Jones themed land? - [Inquisitor](http://www.inquisitr.com/4431668/disney-reportedly-thinking-of-building-an-indiana-jones-land-at-disneys-animal-kingdom-possibly-replacing-dinoland/) or [Orlando Informer](https://orlandoinformer.com/blog/indiana-jones-land-animal-kingdom/)

- Pricing, Opening Date, and Theme for Star Wars Hotel? - [Inquisitor](http://www.inquisitr.com/4429369/reported-details-released-on-the-star-wars-themed-resort-at-walt-disney-world-pricing-opening-date-theme/)

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On this week’s grab show, we discuss if a Disney World vacation is really worth it.

## **Show Notes**

Previous episode links

- [Episode 11: On-Property Vs. Off-Property Hotels](http://www.capturethemagicpodcast.com/podcast/ep-11-on-property-vs-off-property)

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On this week's news show we cover Disney saying goodbye to Netflix, a new Star Wars Virtual Reality experience on the way, and much more. \> **Pre-Discussion** - Disney’s Express Transportation - [Walt Disney World](https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/guest-services/express-transportation-options/)

### **Links to Articles**

- Q3 Parks and Resort Revenue up 12 Percent - [WDW Magic](http://www.wdwmagic.com/other/walt-disney-company/news/08aug2017-q3-parks-and-resort-revenue-up-12-percent.htm)

- Disney is Starting its Own Streaming Services - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/disney-pulling-its-movies-from-netflix-and-starting-its-own-streaming-services/)

- ‘Star Wars - Secrets of the Empire’ experience is coming to Disney Springs in the Fall - [WDW Magic](http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/star-wars---secrets-of-the-empire/news/03aug2017-star-wars---secrets-of-the-empire-experience-coming-to-disney-springs-this-fall.htm)

- Walt Disney World Opens Reservations for Jingle Bell, Jingle Bam Dessert Party - [Inside the Magic](http://www.insidethemagic.net/2017/08/walt-disney-world-opens-reservations-jingle-bell-jingle-bam-holiday-dessert-party/)

- Walt Disney World Releases Details for Photopass Day - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/walt-disney-world-releases-details-for-photopass-day/)

- American Idol Auditions Start at Disney World - [Orlando Sentinel](http://www.orlandosentinel.com/entertainment/tv/tv-guy/os-et-american-idol-auditions-start-at-disney-world-20170803-story.html)

- Annual Passholders Can Get Free Ratatouille Buttons at this year’s Food and Wine Festival - [WDW News Today](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/08/annual-passholders-can-collect-free-ratatouille-buttons-2017-epcot-food-wine-festival/)

- Hollywood Studios Hours Extended August this weekend to Accommodate Crowds for Great Movie Ride Farewell - [WDW News Today](http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/08/hollywood-studios-expecting-huge-crowds-great-movie-ride-closing-operating-hours-extended/)

- Cutbacks coming for Fantasmic Dining Package and Star Wars Guided Tour - [Kenny the Pirate](http://www.kennythepirate.com/2017/08/04/cutbacks-coming-for-fantasmic-dining-package-and-star-wars-guided-tour/)

- Mission: Space will no longer feature Gary Sinise - [The Dis](http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/walt-disney-world-confirms-updated-mission-space-wont-feature-gary-sinise/)

**Post-Discussion** - Animal Kingdom rope drop vs. waiting in long ride queue

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On this episode, we have a review of the Early Morning Magic experience at the Magic Kingdom that we did earlier this year. This is the Capture the Magic Podcast.

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