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Episode 055 ... Week in review of April 24, 2021: This week - a Disney related op-ed stirs up controversy and we unveil a new attractions based segment, but first ...

1) News:
- The People Mover reopened today after more than a year of being closed (Source: Jeff Vahle on Instagram)
- Disney begins hiring for positions at WDW and possibly call backs for Hoop Dee Doo (Source: Blog Mickey and Streaming the Magic)
- Disney Cruise Line to require Vaccines on UK sailings (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Disney Imagineering unveils walking Groot figure (Source: James Gunn on Twitter)
- Disgruntled fan blasts Disney for being “Woke” in Op-Ed piece (Source: Orlando Sentinel)
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2) Attractionality: Slinky Dog Dash
- New segment to the show based on the channel on the DBC Discord Server where users rate a specific attractions on 4 metrics
- This week we discuss Slinky Dog Dash - what are our thoughts and where do we think it comes up short?
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3) Topic: Breaking Point - what would it take for you to stop going to Disney?
- This has been a topic of discussion of late on our Discord channel and on social media.
- With Disney having removed certain elements, and no known date of return, people are discussing what is their "breaking point" where they would no longer return to Disney
Topic Starts @39:00 ...

4) DBC Recommends: Zemo Dancing To
- A fun twitter account full of video's of Marvel's Zemo dancing to all types of music
link: ZemoDancingTo
Topic Starts @59:22 ...

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Episode 054 ... Week in review of April 14, 2021: This week - Do you want to play a game? And Ryan Teetz from the Crescent Lake Club joins us to discuss his recent trip ...

1) News:
- As part of the recently established 5th key, Disney has revised what constitutes the "Disney Look" for CMs to be more inclusive (Source: CNBC)
- Universal opens rides during their "Taste of Universal" event at Universal Studios Hollywood (Source: Inside Universal)
- EPCOT has been neutered (Source: Pirates and Princesses)
- Planet Legoland opens at Legoland Florida (Source: Thrill Geek)
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2) Game: What Extinct Disney Attraction Would You Most Want to Experience?
- Based on a post by @nocontxtdsny, the game in constructed with each extinct attraction having a defined value and then you decide how you would spend $15
- We each share our thoughts and discuss thoughts shared to us via social media
- Lastly, we touch on additional extinct attractions we would want to have seen on the game board
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3) Interview: Ryan Teetz Discusses The Crescent Lake Club and Shares About His Recent Trip to Walt Disney World
- Frequent guest Ryan Teetz is back - but this time representing the Crescent Lake Club
- He shares about this website and YouTube channel and what their goals are and then discusses his recent trip to Walt Disney World - including how staying at a non-Disney resort impacted the trip.
Website : http://crescentlakeclub.com/
Note: Find links to all their social media and YouTube at that website
Topic Starts @36:23 ...

4) DBC Recommends: MyDVCPoints.com
- Home of a number of great DVC related podcasts and resort wiki
Website: mydvcpoints.com
Topic Starts @1:04:06 ...

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Episode 053 ... Week in review of April 10, 2021: This week - it’s all about the big announcements that aren’t big announcements ...

First, we are debuting a new intro song - let us know your thoughts! ....

1) News:
- VelociCoaster Opening date announced - June 10th (Source: Collider)
- Mask Update: Disney now allowing for photos without masks, and OC Mayor provides indication of when mandate could be removed
- Disneyland “Know before you go” - more details by Disney for Disneyland's reopening (Source: Disney)
- Trader Sam figure removed from WDW Jungle Cruise and confirmation that the name of the Trader Sam's bars will not be changed (source: Blog Mickey)
- Avengers Campus to open June 4th (source: Blog Mickey)
- I want to see the lightsaber
- Continued construction work at Walt Disney World and announcements for EPCOT
- Mears Connect coming January 2022 (Source: Mears)
Topic Starts @1:53 ...

2) Topic: When the Hype for an Announcement is Not Met
- Leading up to the “A Special Look Inside the Disney Parks“ virtual media event held on April 8th rumors were running rampant about what would be announced
- While there was some legit news at the event, most of what was rumored did not happen, leading many Disney fans to feel let down.
- This was all based on the park fans themselves hyping themselves up - why does this happen?
Topic Starts @27:45 ...

3) Topic: The Disney Fan Community is Hungry for News
- Leading in from the previous topic we discuss what news Disney fans - particularly parks fans - are most looking forward to and how some of these rumors fed into this
- We discuss which of these announcements we would be most excited about
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4) DBC Recommends: Orlando Airport Towncar Service
- Car service that Phil has used in the past and recommends based on his experience - including having competitive rates!
Website: https://www.orlandoairporttowncar.com/
Topic Starts @44:33 ...

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Episode 052 ... Week in review of April 3, 2021 - as we do some Spring Cleaning and hit up topics on our list for a while, plus ...

1) News:
- CDC says fully vaccinated people can travel (Source: NY Times)
- Boardwalk Margarita stand reopens, and many furloughed CMs are called back ... sign of more things to open at Disney/travel there picking up? (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Alcohol will be available at Blue Bayou when Disneyland reopens (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Jungle Cruise update to start soon and done in phased approach so ride will not have to close during work (Source: Zach Riddley Instagram)
Topic Starts @1:48 ...

2) Topic: Future Restaurants We Want to See ... or Do We?
- Disney Food Blog article about five themed restaurants they want to see in the park
- We discuss and opine on these - but also talk in more generality what types of additional food options we would like to see in the parks - especially MK
Source: Disney Food Blog
Topic Starts @13:09 ...

3) Topic: A Disney Villains-Themed Fifth Gage Would Not Work
- Spence Wright wrote this article and we share our thoughts - is this something we think would work? What about other ideas?
Source: WDW Info
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4) Topic: Will the People Mover Ever Reopen?
- Spoiler: eventually ... we think/hope
Topic Starts @28:36 ...

5) Topic: Disney Premiere Access Price Point
- What movies would we pay this extra fee for? Do we think it is worth it?
Topic Starts @31:05 ...

6) Topic: When Does it Make Fiscal Sense to upgrade to APs?
- You know, assuming they start selling them again
Topic Starts @39:31 ...

7) Topic: Minnie Vans - worth the cost?
- In what situations do we think it makes sense to spend extra on transportation - specifically Minnie Vans (again, assuming they come back)
Topic Starts @47:03 ...

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Episode 051 ... Week in review of March 27th, 2021 and Chris from TDR Explorer joins us and we discuss the following ...

1) News of the week:
- Evidence of Incredibles themed remodel for rooms at Contemporary spotted (Source: Blog Mickey)
-  Disneyland Forward initiative submitted by Disney for rezoning to allow for greater freedom in developing their land (Source: OC Register)
Topic Starts @1:59 ...

2) Topic: the Disney Sea expansion compared to Disneyland Forward concept
- Chris talks about the currently in development expansion project at Disney Sea in Japan.
- The same IP that is part of that expansion are what Disney makes reference to in regards to possibilities for a Disneyland California expansion
Topic Starts @9:10 ...

3) Interview: Chris from TDR Explorer
- Chris shares his background, how he got to Japan, and how he started TDR Explorer
- He also shares advice for planning a trip to Japan to see the theme parks there and how you can't customize food there
Topic Starts @13:52...

4) Review: Super Nintendo World
- We discuss this newly opened land at Universal Studios Japan - including the atmosphere, attractions, and food
- We compare the "gamification" of the land to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge
Topic Starts @28:01 ...

5) What Nintendo IP would we want to see added?
- We discuss the already planned expansions for Super Nintendo World and what other games of our youth would we love to see represented
Topic Starts @38:49 ...

6) DBC Recommends: TDR Explorer
- Website, social media and podcast covering everything about he Disney and Universal theme parks in Asia
Website: TDRExplorer.com (with links to everything else) ...

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Episode 050 ... Week in review of March 21, 2021 - it's our 50th show and we have special guest - our wives! They join us to discuss ...

1) News:
- With the recent announcement that Kartika Rodriguez will take the helm at EPCOT, all four Walt Disney World theme parks now have female leaders (Source: Blog Mickey)
  - The Jungle Cruise gets an expanded back story centered around Alberta Falls, granddaughter of world-renowned Dr. Albert Falls (Source: Disney Parks Blog)
- Disney CEO says guest satisfaction is higher now than in pre-Covid times (Source: Blog Mickey)
Topic Starts @1:57 ...

2) Topic: Is the current run of Disney Animation better than the Renaissance?
-  Discord user Bubbles posted this as a "Hot Take" - but is it really that hot?
- We compare the line-up of movies from each timeline and each say which we prefer
Topic Starts @14:11 ...

3) Topic: Pick your favorite
- People have been sharing on social media their favorite Disney Live Action, Animation, Marvel movie, etc. - so we share ours and some interesting takes come up!
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4) Topic: What are "Must dos" for first timers to Walt Disney World?
- We discuss advice we give when people ask for it (or even if they don't) and share some things we feel are quintessential Disney at Walt Disney World
- Also some initial tips we also think are important
Topic Starts @39:59 ...

5) DBC Recommends: DVC Vacations Points Calculator
- A great tool for people looking into renting points to see what it would cost to stay at different Disney resorts at different times of the year based on what is available
Topic Starts @53:03 ...

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Episode 049 ... Week in review of March 13, 2021 - as we discuss the following ...

1) News:
- Disney announces MobileMagic and reports of unannounced test in progress (source: Blog Mickey)
- On the one year anniversary of it's closing Disneyland sends thank you to fans
- MaxPass, etc to be suspended at Disneyland when it reopens (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Disney reveals 9 day period over spring breaks are out of passes and Universal warns of expectation that parks will reach capacity (Source: DISboards)
Topic Starts @1:01 ...

2) Universal Orlando: Phil adds a Universal Orlando stay to his trip & Universal 101
-  Why was now the right time for Phil to take his family to Universal and the basics of his trip (Topic Starts @18:22)
- Review of the hotel options at Universal and Fastpass vs Express Pass (Topic Starts @24:40)
- Thoughts on putting the Universal component of your trip before or after the Disney stay (Topic Starts @31:13)
- Transportation to Universal and between Universal and Disney (Topic Starts @36:53)

3) Question from Social Media: Hagrid's Virtual Queue
- Hagrid's Virtual Queue - how does it work? Also cover some tips for Early Park Admission time!
Topic Starts @41:08

4) Topic: Epic Universe & Question from Social Media on Halloween events
- What do we think of the plans for the park?
- Would we replace any of the lands that are currently planned to be built?
- How could this be a game changer - especially for Disney fans?
- Question from Social Media: Will Epic Universe have a more family friendly Halloween event?
Topic Starts @47:34 ...

5) DBC Recommends: The Unofficial Universal Orlando Podcast
- From Willis on our Discord Channel: The Unofficial Universal Orlando Podcast - specifically their March 9th episode which is their Complete Guide to Universal Orlando 2021.
Topic Starts @1:07:33 ...

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Episode 048 ... Week in review of March 6th, 2021 and Pete from DVChelp.com  joins us and we discuss the following ...

1) News of the week:
- Raya and the Last Dragon opens to $26m globally, $8.6m domestically (Source: Ashley Carter)
- Polynesian Moana inspired room reveal (Source: Disney Parks Blog)
- Harmonious fountain testing spotted (Source: Brooke McDonald)
- Rumor: Fireworks to restart at Disney in June, may require ticket (Source: WDW Magic)
- Blizzard Beach reopened on March 7th
- Halloween Horror Nights returns starting Sept. 3rd (Source: Ashley Carter)
- Tickets for the Touch of Disney food festival events go on sale - and then sell out (Source: Inside the Magic)
- Disneyland and Universal Hollywood can reopen starting April 1st (Source: OC Register)
Topic Starts @2:05 ...

2) Topic: Cost of DVC vs Staying Deluxe
- Pete shares insights as to how to evaluate if DVC is right for you can compares the cost to staying at a Deluxe (or Moderate) at Disney
Topic Starts @24:40 ...

3) Topic: Breaking down the cost of DVC
- The team breaks down the "break even" point for buying into DVC, compares points and contract expiration date as well as the pros and cons of renting DVC points.
Topic Starts @36:34 ...

4) Question from Social Media: Impact of 2042 Expiration Date
- Matt Petolicchio on twitter asks about how the approaching 2042 expiration date for many DVC contracts will impact the cost and what we think will happen to those contracts at expiration.
Topic Starts @45:19 ...

5) DBC Recommends: DVCHelp.com and DVC Newscast
- Great site hosted by our friend SkierPete full of great information about DVC - whether you are a beginner or an expert.  Of specific help are their point and availability charts.
Website: dvchelp.com
Podcast: @ iTunes
- Topic Starts @1:04:37 ...

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Episode 047 ... Week in review of February 27, 2021 - as we discuss the following ...

1) News:
- Taste of Flower and Garden Festival details released (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Peter Pan's Flight has seen cut from promotional video (Source: Blog Mickey)
- A Touch of Disney ticketed event at Disney California Adventure announced  (Source: Blog Mickey)
- PeopleMover refurbishment extend through April 3rd (Source: Block Mickey)
- Luca trailer released (Source: Pixar Twitter)
- Construction walls down at VelociCoaster (Source: G_Prodigy Twitter)
- Disney clarifies/adjusts mask policy while dining (Source: WDWinfo)
- Massive center Harmonius barge installed (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Update on timeline for expansion at Disneyland Walt Disney Studios park (Source: ED92Magic Twitter)
- Soul wins best Animated film at the 2021 Golden Globes
Topic Starts @1:10 ...

2) Topic: Craig vs. the Universe
-  A Disney Vlogger/personality (Craig Williams) made a comment about a CM that was out of theme at Pirates comes under attack
- We discuss our thoughts on Craig's comment and the backlash he received
- Expand to a general conversation about the toxicity the seems to exist in DISTwitter
Source: Original tweet from Craig
Topic Starts @33:30 ...

3) Discord Topics:
- Automated Photos coming back?
- If only going once, go in late 2021 or in 2022 for the 50th?
- New Reserve vs Deluxes (party of 5 or 6 for $600 a night)
- When should you buy Magic Bands for the trip now that they aren’t sent to you at a certain time?
Topic Starts @45:01 ...

7) DBC Recommends: WandaVision Easter Egg YouTube channels
- New Rockstars and Screen Crush are some of our favorite - great for theorizing all the connections in the show to the other movies and comic books
Topic Starts @1:04:33 ...

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Episode 046 ... Week in review of February 20th, 2021 and Matt Petolicchio  joins us and we discuss the following ...

1) News of the week:
- Disney reveals some of the details around the Walt Disney World 50th anniversary celebration - which is being called the World's Most Magical Celebration and will start on Oct 1, 2021 and last for 18 months (Source: Disney Parks Blog)
--  Part of this is a new nighttime transformation of the icons at all 4 parks - with the change to Spaceship Earth being permanent (Source: Zach Riddley)
- Work being done to stage in front of Cinderella Castle (Source: Blog Mickey)
- CM training for People Mover started (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Hong Kong Disneyland debuts new look Woody (Source: Attractions Magazine)
- New food and beverage kiosk comes to the Morocco Pavilion (Source: WDW Info)
- Disney files patents for tech to be used in Star Wars: Galactic Cruiser (Source: WDW Info)
Topic Starts @2:02 ...

2) Before and After: We review the questions to date
- Matt Petolicchio joins us to talk some before-and-after projections based on the channel he on the DBC Discord Server.
- These are existing topics where Matt suggests something coming or returning at Walt Disney World with an attached target start date, and we discuss if we think it will actually happen Before or After that date
Topic Starts @22:09 ...

3) Before and After: New October 1st Topics
- Matt asks us four new topics, all with October 1, 2021 as the target start date, one per park and Phil and Jason share their unrehearsed thoughts.
Topic Starts @53:39 ...

4) DBC Recommends: DVCHelp.com
- Great site hosted by our friend SkierPete full of great information about DVC - whether you are a beginner or an expert.  Of specific help are their point and availability charts.
Website: dvchelp.com
Podcast: @ iTunes
- Topic Starts @1:03:51 ...

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