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Episode 045 ... Week in review of February 13, 2021 - as we discuss the following ...

1) News:
-  Disney announces first Q fiscal 2021 and handily beats analyst consensus expectations - but parks lose over $1bn (Source: Key Takeaways WDWinfo article)
- Leave a Legacy's new location is open and they look great - if tall! (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Elements of Harmonius have been seen testing (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Is a new projection show coming to Spaceship Earth? (Source: Block Mickey)
- Disney closes Blue Sky Studios (Source: Deadline)
- D23 Muppet Week coming! (Source: Attractions Magazine)
- Gina Carano no longer employed by Disney
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2) Community Discussion: Coronavirus talk
- When will Disney stop requiring masks?
- Potential Travel Ban to Florida?
- When will there be fireworks at EPCOT - and what show?
- How will the economy bounce back, and when will that lead to a surge in attendance ... or should we expect a lot of discounts to draw crowds?
Topic Starts @22:09 ...

3) Topic: Disney Vloggers
- Do they get a fair shake?
- What kind of content do we prefer?
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4) Topic: Top and Bottom 3 Bars/Lounges at Magic Kingdom Area Resorts
- We discuss an article written by Ryan Teetz - and explain why we, um, disagree
Source: Crescent Lake Club
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5) Flash Question: Does Bioreconstruct post more birds or more theme park pictures?
Source: Bioreconstruct Twitter
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7) DBC Recommends: Binge Mode: Marvel Podcast
- Popular podcast on the Ringer that goes really in depth on a specific topic - here a given MCU movie
Source: Binge Mode on Spotify
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Episode 044 ... Week in review of February 6, 2021 - our first show with live chat on Discord -  as we discuss the following ...

1) News:
-  Footage of Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan is out - we share our thoughts and react to the internet reaction  (Source: TDR Explorer)
- Disney Parks hours extended in February (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Work Resumes on Roundup Rodeo BBQ (Source: Blog Mickey)
-  Rare cold weather drink option in Galaxy’s Edg e- Spiked Spiced Surabat Cider (Source: Blog Mickey)
- New theming arrives at Morocco Pavilion (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Disney files patent for “smart” merchandise display  (Source: WDWNT)
- Rumor: Fantasmic!, Happily Ever After, and something blowy-uppy at Epcot by 10/1/21.  (Source: WDW Magic)
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2) Community Discussion: Discord and Jason Trip Update
- New segment to our show as we discuss our Discord Community
Topic Starts @16:18 ...

3) Topic: Disney Quarterly Earnings Preview
- Disney's Fiscal Q1 earnings are out on February 11th - do we think they will beat expectations?
Topic Starts @20:04 ...

4) Topic: Would you ever skip a park on a Walt Disney World Trip?
- A thread on DISboards specifically wonders about EPCOT for a 6 year old but we expand the topic
Source: DISboards.com
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5) Topic: What will get you to return to Walt Disney World?
- Discuss a thread on the DISboards about this topic and how, based on the comments there, many people are not close to the point of being comfortable/willing to go back yet.
Source: DISboards.com
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6) Topic: Thoughts on WandaVision so far
- We discuss the WandaVision and thoughts on the show so far and ask if it is appropriate for kids or for those who haven't seen all the Marvel MCU movies.
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7) DBC Recommends: Sounds Of Disneyland
- A great website that has tons of music featured in all parts of Disneyland - from Main St. to Trader Sam's to Galaxy's Edge
Source: Soundsofdisneyland.com
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Episode 043 ... Week in review of January 30, 2021 as we discuss the following ...

1) News:
-  Disney to update the Jungle Cruise at both WDW and Disneyland, CA. (Source: Disney Parks)
- Animatronic Issues - Caballeros and River Journey Shaman (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Disney Losses Pop Warner, Dance, and Cheer groups to Universal (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Blue Man Group at Universal to not reopen - ends 14 year run (Source: Orlando Sentinel)
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2) Topic:  Jason Provides update on his October Trip
- Jason's trip to Walt Disney World in October just got a little big bigger - take a listen to find out the details
Topic Starts @12:54 ...

3) AMA:  Questions from You!
- We answer the questions provided to us on Social Media
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4) AMA:  Questions from Each Other!
- Jason and Phil ask each other questions - their thoughts on the parks, moving to Orlando, how the podcast started, etc.
Topic Starts @33:19 ...

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Episode 042 ... Week in review of January 23, 2021 and Lauren Gonding from Simply Perfect Vacations joins us and we discuss the following ...

1) News of the week:
- Festival of the Lion King is returning (Source: Simply Perfect Vacations)
- Soul tops download charts for most minutes downloaded for dates Dec 21-27 (Source: Scott Gustin)
- New Adventures By Disney itineraries announced - for Antarctica and the Galapagos Islands (Source: CNBC)
- Rise of the Resistance 1pm boarding distribution stays open for hours recently (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Rivers of Light animal floats demolition begins (Source: Blog Mickey)
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2) Interview: Lauren answers questions!
- Lauren shares about being a travel agent and opening up her business in 2020 (perfect timing!)
- We also ask her about advice she gives clients about traveling to Disney now, what resorts are her favorite, etc.
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3) Discussion Topic: What should be done with the Hall of Presidents?
- The attraction is closed for updates/adding Joe Biden - but what do we think should be done with the space?
Topic Starts @34:02 ...

4) Discussion Topic: Add Park Hopping or one more park day?
- What is the best use of your budget? What factors impact the decision?
Topic Starts @40:30 ...

5) Discussion Topic: Now that DME is on the way out, how will you be getting to property if you fly?
- Lauren shares her thoughts and what she is advising clients who are asking
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6) Discussion Topic: When would you recommend getting an Annual Pass?
- With Disneyland announcing the ending of their current Annual Pass program, we discuss what features and benefits from a future offering would be most attractive to us
Topic Starts @48:56 ...

7) DBC Recommends: BlueCotton
- Jason share a resource he uses for custom family t-shirts for each of his trips to Walt Disney World
Link: Bluecotton.com 
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Episode 041 ... Week in review of January 16th 2021 as Ryan Teetz joins us to discuss the following discussion topics ...

1) Regular News:
- Soul of Jazz coming to the American Pavilion
- Social Distancing dividers put up on monorails, now fit 4 groups per car instead of 2  (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Magic Kingdom passes for all 3 buckets "sold out" for Oct 1st
- New Gelato stand in Italy Pavilion at Epcot targeting to be up and running at end of February  (Source: WDWInfo)
- Gideon's Bakehouse has its grand opening on Saturday Jan 16th, opens to lines of up to 11 hours
- Disney shares a sneak peak of the Star Wars Galactic Star Cruiser bedroom (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Reports of a soft opening today of the new Ratatouille expansion area in the French Pavilion … well, at least the bathrooms
- Give Kids the World welcomes their first family post reopening
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2) Big News:
- Disney announces Disney Magic Express will end
- Extra Magic Hours to not return, be replaced by Early Entry
Source for above 2 stories: Orlando Sentinel
- Disney sunsets current Disneyland Annual Passes, will replace with a new "membership opportunity" (Source: CNN)
- New Evermore Orlando Resort complex coming to WDW area (Source: WDW Magic).
Topic Starts @13:56 ...

3) Topic:  Do these changes make staying off site the way to go?
- Cindi Tagg asked on Facebook: Your thoughts on less “perks” for the same price. (And if off site is now the way to go.)
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4) Rumors:  
- We discuss a number of recent rumors including: Tom Hanks to narrate a Carousel of Progress update, Galaxy's Edge to have a lest strict timeline, the Muppets being added to the Hall of Presidents, Zootopia coming to Animal Kingdom, and much more
Source: Jim Hill on Twitter and others
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5) DBC Recommends: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea VR
- One of our favorite sites, Defunctland, is working with a group to create a virtual park of Defunct rides, and launched their first completed project - and it is pretty cool!
Source: Defunctland YouTube
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Episode 039 ... Week in review of January 10, 2021 as we discuss the following ...

1) News:
-  Disney looking to move some California operations to Florida (Source: Blog Mickey)
-  Imagineers considered Spiderman and Dr Strange as options for California Tower of Terror redo (Source: Blog Mickey)
-  Technical issues at a number of attractions at WDW recently. Question discussed:  What do you do when a “must do” is down for the day?
-  Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom card game shutting down effective January 24th, after 8 years of game play (Source: Attractions Magazine). We also discuss these "extras" in the parks in general.
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2) Topic:  Rites of passage at Walt Disney World
- Prompted by  an article written by Matt Wildey, we discuss what are key elements for us of a Disney Trip and what are things we are looked forward to getting to do with our kids?
- Also discussed how we introduce planning a Walt Disney World trip when asked for help or the topic comes up in discussion.
Source: WDWinfo article
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3) DBC Recommends: Black Beauty on Disney+
- Jason recommends this - notes that it is a somewhat under-the-radar add to Disney+ but still of high quality.
Topic Starts @58:27 ...

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Episode 039 ... Week in review of January 2, 2021 as we discuss the following ...

1) A Look Back .....
- While 2020 was a year full of challenges (to put it mildly) it was also the year we started the DBC Pod. We value all our listeners and love this opportunity to talk Disney, and Theme Parks, and share our take with you all - and love getting your feedback.
- We briefly touch on how we thought the first year went!
Topic Starts @1:27 ....

2) News:
- Gideon' Bakehouse at Disney Springs opens on Dec 23rd, and then closes after Jan 2nd (Source: Gideon's Facebook account)
- Tron show building sealed off - does this confirm the rumor of a delay to it's opening? (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Windows and walls installed at re-imagined MouseGear (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Park Hopping returns effective Jan 1st.  EPCOT monorail line remains closed (Source: WDWInfo)
- Disney appears to be relaxing social distancing, particularly on rides and/or adding more plexiglass (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Rumor: Disney to bring back Extra Magic Hours - but with a twist! (Source: Blog Mickey)
Topic Stars @4:06 ...

3) Topic: Pixar Soul review
- On Christmas day, Pixar's Soul was released on Disney+ and Phil and Jason share their thoughts and opinions on the film - and why we fell some people connected with it and others did not.
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4) Topic: Predictions for 2021
- Time to look ahead! We ask each other questions about what could happen in 2021
- Includes things like: when will Fastpasses come back and what will the system look like? How will Ray and the Last Dragon perform compared to other Disney films? What will capacity be at the park in July?
Topic Starts @29:59 ...

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Episode 038 ... Week in review of December 19th 2020 and friend of the show Cindi Tagg joins us to draft Disney Holiday movies and to discuss: ...

1) NEWS:
- First look at the reimagined and renamed Snow White's Enchanted Wish at Disneyland Park released (Source: Disney Parks Blog)
- Disney adds speakers to some plexiglass dividers (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Disney sends e-mails to people with vacations booked after Jan 1 confirming end of complimentary magic bands (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Disney unveils replacement for clown at pool slide at Boardwalk resort (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Electric Water Pageant to return December 20th (Source: Blog Mickey)
- New Ticket Offer from Disney (Source: Blog Mickey)
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2) Disney's Investor Day Presentation Reaction - part 2
- We discuss the rest of the announcements for Disney+ and theaters including Disney Animation, Pixar, Marvel, and more!
Source: Fact Sheet
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3) Draft: Disney Holiday Movies!
- Today's draft see us picking a team of Holiday Movies that are available on Disney+
- You will then be able to vote on who you feel had the best dining lineup! (link tbd)
Link to list of movies we could pick from: The Pioneer Woman
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4) DBC Recommends: Disney Parks Sunrise Series
- A new collection on Disney+ lets us see a view of the Disney parks not often seen - as the sun is just rising on the day
Link: Disney+
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In this bonus episode Jason and Phil discuss the episode 8, the finale of Season 2 of the Mandalorian, The Recue, on Disney+ ... wow, what an episode and what an ending (and post credit scene!). We also discuss what loose ends may be addressed in the future ....

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Episode 037 ... Week in review of December 12th 2020 and Tony Lobuzzetta joins us to discuss his book, Disney Details, and the following news topics: ...

1) NEWS:
- First Harmonious barge installed (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Disney takes over control of Morocco Pavilion at EPCOT (Source: Blog Mickey)
- Various WDW construction project updates - including Swan Reserve set to open July 2021 (Source: Blog Mickey)
Topic Starts @3:16 ...

2) Disney's Investor Day Presentation Reaction - part 1
- We discuss the Lucasfilm announcements for Disney+ and theaters
Source: Fact Sheet
Topic Starts @14:00 ...

3) Disney Details discussion with author Tony Lobuzzetta:
-  Wherever you look in a Disney theme park or resort, there are details. Probably you don’t see them. During a busy day at Walt Disney World, who has time to look? Tony Lobuzzetta does. He came, he saw, and he wrote it all down ... and he is here to talk with us about them!
- Tony talks a bit on how the book came to be and then shares a number of great tidbits that will make you want to buy this book for sure!
Link to book at Amazon: Disney Details
Topic Starts @32:08 ...


DBC Recommends: Tony's Book!

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