In this episode of Daps Magic (the Podcast), Mr. Daps shares about his recent visit to Cotino - A Storyliving by Disney Community. In this podcast, he shares about the types of houses, the Artisan Club, what is coming in the future, and how Storyliving by Disney fits into the bigger picture of Disney. We hope you enjoy this episode of Daps Magic (the Podcast) and will join the discussion in the comments!

Daps Magic's full coverage of Cotino - A Storyliving by Disney Community can be found here: https://dapsmagic.com/tag/cotino-a-storyliving-by-disney-community/

For more conversation about Disney and positive stuff, we’d love to connect with you on our Patreon! There, you can find weekly exclusive livestreams, videos, photos, and other exclusive content, and access to Mr. Daps and the team. You can also join our community on Facebook groups! We love geeking out about Disney and positive stuff together, and it is more fun with more friends! We hope you have enjoyed this episode of Daps Magic (the Podcast)! We’ll see you in the parks!

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Daps Magic Podcast

10:18 Customization and Personalization of Homes

16:17 Dining Experiences at the Artisan Club

30:09 Creative Programming and Collaboration Opportunities

37:47 Artisan Club Operations: Behind the Scenes

48:46 Value Proposition: Is It Worth the Investment?

54:11 Future of Story Living: Expanding Disney's Vision

In 2019, Ry and Skyla created Sometimes Castles. Originally envisioned as a series of videos, Sometimes Castles has grown to so much more in the following years. Today, there are livestreams, vlogs, Disneyland news, other theme park videos, and more! There is also a new book! Called I Love Disneyland, this book shares Ry and Skyla's love of Disneyland with trivia, history, fun facts, advice, and more! It is also now available wherever books are sold! In this episode of Daps Magic (the Podcast), Mr. Daps and Caitie interview Ry and Skyla about their Disney origin story, how Sometimes Castles came to be, and what it is like to run. This includes a sidebar about how Sometimes Castles and Daps Magic met and have gotten to help support CHOC and CHOC Walk together. The discussion then turns to I Love Disneyland. Ry and Skyla share about their book and how it came to be. Finally, the episode concludes with a round of random Fast Five questions.

We hope you enjoy this episode of Daps Magic (the Podcast). Enjoy listening and getting to know Ry and Skyla, and see why they are such a wonderful part of the Disney community (that we at Daps Magic are thankful for). They can be found at @SometimesCastles on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, and also at SometimesCastles.com.

For more conversation about Disney and positive stuff, we'd love to connect with you on our Patreon! There, you can find weekly exclusive livestreams, videos, photos, and other exclusive content and access to Mr. Daps and the team. You can also join our community on Facebook groups! We love geeking out about Disney and positive stuff together, and it is more fun with more friends! We hope you have enjoyed this episode of Daps Magic (the Podcast)! Be sure to go out and get I Love Disneyland today! We'll see you in the parks!

I Love Disneyland Official Description

Get to know Disneyland like never before with this ultimate fan guide to Disney magic, packed with insider secrets, fascinating trivia, and a comprehensive look at the Park’s most iconic rides, attractions, and foods.
Whether you’re a seasoned Disney Parks adventurer who visits Disneyland many times a year or a lifelong Disney fan dreaming of your next trip, this book is your ticket to uncovering everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California.
With I Love Disneyland, uncover Disneyland’s amazing history since its grand opening in 1955, explore behind-the-scenes details of beloved rides like Pirates of the Caribbean and The Haunted Mansion, and test your Disney knowledge with fun and challenging trivia!
You’ll learn the answers to surprising questions like:
-How did the Dole Whip come to be?
-Where can you find the most exclusive, members-only bar and restaurant at Disneyland?
-Which restaurant serves one of Walt’s favorite dishes (made from a recipe provided by his daughter)?
-And much more!
Whether you’re a longtime Disney fan or planning your first trip, there’s something for everyone! It’s the ultimate Disneyland experience that would surprise even Walt himself!

In this heartwarming episode of Daps Magic (the Podcast), Mr. Daps takes you behind the scenes of the 2025 CHOC Walk in the Park at the Disneyland Resort. Join us as we relive the excitement and inspiration of a morning where over 7,000 walkers came together to raise nearly $3 million for the Children’s Hospital of Orange County. From the welcoming words of Disneyland Ambassadors Jada and Raul, CHOC Walk host David Sidoni, Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken, Disneyland President Thomas Mazloum, and CHOC/Rady Children’s Health Co-President Kimberly Chavalas Cripe—to the inspiring presence of CHOC Walk Ambassador Belle—you’ll hear the magic and mission that make this event so special.

Mr. Daps also shares his personal reasons for walking and how you can support CHOC year-round. Whether you’ve participated before or are thinking about joining next year’s Team Daps Magic, this episode is a reminder that small steps can make a big difference for kids in need.

Support this year's efforts at: chocwalk.org/dapsmagic

The CHOC Walk in the Park this year is on August 3, 2025. Ahead of this annual event, Mr. Daps takes a look at the origins, the history, and the cause that people walk for with this 5K. He also shares about why there is a Team Daps Magic and why they continue to walk year after year through Disneyland and Disney California Adventure before the parks open!

Join Mr. Daps and Daps Magic team member Angela as they discuss the media event and opening weekend of the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration. This includes discussion about merchandise, food, entertainment offerings, meeting the new Disneyland Resort president, and more! We hope you enjoy this episode of Daps Magic (the Podcast). We also hope you'll join the conversation in the comments!

Catch all of Daps Magic's coverage of the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration at DapsMagic.com/Disneyland70.

Welcome to Daps Magic (the Podcast)! On this episode, Mr. Daps covers all of the updates for what is known about Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration. This celebration of 7 decades of magic at The Happiest Place on Earth begins on May 16, 2025. Daps Magic has full coverage of everything that is going on with this celebration (and everything covered on this podcast) at DapsMagic.com/Disneyland70.

Are you excited about Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration? What are you most looking forward to with it? Let us know in the comments!

On January 7, 2025, fires began to erupt around Los Angeles. This led to thousands of people being displaced, many losing their homes, and others losing their livelihoods. Some also lost their lives. As the fires continue to rage on, a member of the Disney community Jeff Gordon has sprung to action to raise funds for the LA Regional Food Bank. In this episode of Daps Magic (the Podcast), Mr. Daps interviews Jeff about his efforts to raise money and awareness for this organization and the people who benefit from it. They also discuss Jeff's other efforts to make the world a better place in the last few years. On top of that, there is also some discussion about Disney!

We hope you enjoy this episode of Daps Magic (the Podcast). We also hope you will take a moment to consider donating to the LA Regional Food Bank. Every dollar makes a difference. If you can't donate, please help spread awareness either online, through social media or by word of mouth! Together we can really make a difference!

Donate to the LA Regional Food Bank here: https://give.lafoodbank.org/fundraiser/6001687

2025 will be a big year at the Disneyland Resort! Throughout the course of the year, there will be the Disneyland 70th Celebration, special events, festivals, after-hours events, and a whole lot more! In this episode of Daps Magic (the Podcast), Mr. Daps takes a comprehensive look at everything that is coming to the Disneyland Resort in 2025!

2025 Events at the Disneyland Resort

Separately Ticketed Events

The Disneyland Ambassador Program dates back to 1965 when then Disneyland Tour Guide Julie Reihm Casaletto was named the first Disneyland Ambassador. Since then, Disneyland Ambassadors have represented the Disneyland Resort and its cast members. The program has also expanded globally with Global Disney Ambassadors now representing Disney Parks and Resorts in all corners of the Earth! In this episode of Daps Magic (the Podcast), Mr. Daps takes a look at the Disneyland Ambassador program through the lens of some of the people who have held this role. Listen as they share about the program and their experiences through different interviews and events that Mr. Daps has attended through the years! We hope you enjoy this eighth episode of Daps Magic (the Podcast). Share your thoughts about it in the comments! Feel free to also share ideas for future podcasts in the comments! Make it a great week! Keep kind!

Welcome to Daps Magic (the Podcast)! For the 6th episode of the podcast, Mr. Daps takes a look at the Matterhorn, Submarine Voyage, and Monorail on their 65th anniversary. This is done through by looking back at the 60th anniversary of these attractions when Mr. Daps went to a media event at Disneyland. This event included riding on each of these attractions and also hearing about them from Disney Archivist Matt Moryc. We hope you enjoy this episode of Daps Magic (the Podcast). Let us know your thoughts about these three attractions and their legacy!