Episode 265 for the week of July 7th, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

Construction Updates:
- The Rivers of America are closed - we share our thoughts including where we think the only commentary goes too far

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Trip Report: Jason's Down and Back
- Jason has just returned from a down and back with his oldest to say goodbye to the Liberty Belle and Tom Sawyer Island and to have some 1:1 time. 

- Hear about all they got accomplished, how they levered Lightning Lane Mutlipass, and if he would do another trip like this in the future

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Topic: Planner, Filler, Skipper - Animal Kingdom:
- Part 2 of a series where we look at all the attraction at a park (this time Animal Kingdom) and determine if each is something we plan around, will use to fill in gaps in our schedule, or generally skip even if no wait

Starts @44:06 ...

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Episode 264 for the week of June 30th, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

Last Week In Disney:
- Hall of Presidents reopens in time for 4th of July 

- Test Track 3.0 opens for CM previews and Media and reviews are largely positive! But no spoilers as Jason is trying to go in cold

- Spaceship Earth will close for a multi-month refurb on August 25th, Little Mermaid for about a week on July 21st, and Buzz Light year for the previously announced major overhaul on August 4th.

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Construction Updates:
- Demo permit for Tom Sawyer Island, show building size for Monsters Door Coaster discovered, and more!

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Topic: Planner, Filler, Skipper - EPCOT:
- Part 1 of a series where we look at all the attraction at a park (this time EPCOT) and determine if each is something we plan around, will use to fill in gaps in our schedule, or generally skip even if no wait

Starts @25:00 ...

Trip Updates:
- Phil booked dining for his 2 August trips and Jason book LLMP for is down and back with his daughter happening this week!

Starts @43:27 ...

DBC Engagement - Name some Filler or Skipper Rides:
- As a tease for this week's game we asked the community what are some filler or skipper rides in their mind

Starts @57:35 ...

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Episode 263for the week of June 23rd, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

Last Week In Disney:
- How does recent news of attraction openings (Test Tract 3.0, Starlight, etc) impact Jason's trip?

- Western Way Widening Project - Len Testa thinks this is more than just road work. What could the real implications be? Source: Disney Dish

- Disney updated dining reservation system - and then rolls it back. Was that a good thing?

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Construction Updates:
- Walls are up at Zootopia Zoogether!

Starts @36:13 ...

Elio - a Good Bomb of a Movie:
- Phil took his family to see Elio - what did they think? And why is the movie performing so poorly at the box office despite all the good reviews and positive word of mouth?

Starts @43:01 ...

DBC Engagement - What IP Does Not Belong in the Magic Kingdom?:
- Following some sentiments that Cars doesn't belong anywhere in the Magic Kingdom, we ask the community what IP they think should never be anywhere in the park.

Starts @52:49 ...

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Episode 262 for the week of June 16th, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

Last Week In Disney:
- The Boneyard will be closed forever effective August 2nd - which is earlier than previously indicated. Disney also confirmed there will be a play are within Tropical Americas

- Test Track 3.0 will open on July 22nd! This also is earlier than earlier reports of late summer. Several show scenes were revealed as well along with Cast Member previews starting June 27th.

Starts @1:41 ...

Phil's Positive Pod:
- As there still seems to be a cloud of negativity about all things Disney on social media and some forums, Phil takes some time listing 5 things (plus an honorable mention) he is feeling positive about related to Walt Disney World.

- What are you feeling the most positive about? Did Phil miss anything?

Starts @6:25 ...

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Episode 261 for the week of June 9th, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

Last Week In Disney:
- Saturday was the last date that Muppet*Vision 3D was open to the public. We pay our respects and are happy it went out strong

- Closing Date for Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island announced by Disney - with July 6th being the last day to enjoy them. Disney also provided new details and concept art for Cars Land - officially Piston Peak National Park. Source: Disney Parks Blog

- Rock 'N' Roller Coaster Staring the Muppets will open in 2026!  Source: Walt Disney World

- Disneyland update details announced: Coco Ride, Avatar Land, and new parking lot and pedestrian bridge all coming soon! Source: Disney Parks Blog

Starts @3:59 ...

Construction Updates:
- Test Track 3.0 appears to be nearing completion and more!

Starts @42:01 ...

Jason's Manifesto:
- Jason recently had an article published on Touring Plans focusing on the cost of a Disney vacation over the past 30 years and if it truly is more expensive now that it used to be ... and if so, in what ways. 

- Link to Article: Touring Plans

Starts @47:38 ...

DBC Engagement - Design a Themed Lounge:
- With GEO -82 open and Beak and Barrel coming, we asked the community to design a themed lounge they would like to see added.

Starts @1:06:15 ...

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Episode 260 for the week of June 2nd, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

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Last (Few) Weeks In Disney:
- Disney cracking down on DVC owners who frequently rent their points. Source: WDWNT

- Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away to debut on July 20th.

- New shows at DHS have premiered and reactions are interesting

- Cool Kid Summer has kicked off including GoofyCore

- Summer Discounts on DCL? Source: Disney Cruise Line Blog

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Construction Updates:
- Cool Ship demoed in Tomorrowland, Cars/Villains Land Laydown Yard work starts, and much more

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Lilo & Stitch's Big Box Office:
- The live action Lilo and Stitch has opened to big numbers. Phil provides a non-spoiler review and we discuss some of the varying takes on the movie

- Plus a rant about Magic Band availability from Jason

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Trip Update - Jason Books ADRs:
- ADR availability is wide open even for traditionally hard to get ones. Makes things easy for booking - but why is this?

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DBC Engagement - What Disney Films Would You Want to See a D23 "On the Road" Experience for?:
- After Phil went to the D23 On the Road event for A Goofy Movie, we ask the community what other films they would like to see get a similar treatment

Starts @ ...

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Episode 259 for the week of May 19th, 2025 ... and Matt Petolicchio from Dizhappenings joins us and this is recapping our recent trip to Walt Disney World!

On May 6th, four guys went down to Walt Disney World to say our goodbyes to  Muppet*Vision 3D, Mama Melrose and all of Muppets Courtyard ... and we just hung out, explored the parks, and chatted like old friends.

This is the story of that trip

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Episode 258 for the week of May 12th, 2025 ... and Matt Petolicchio from Dizhappenings joins us and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

D23 Events - A Review and Upcoming Event:
- Phil attended the D23 On the Road: A Goofy Movie last weekend and provides a review and explains why it worked so well.

- Additionally, there is a virtual Gold Members event scheduled for May 29th: Magic After Dark: The Story of Disney’s Nighttime Spectaculars ... could we see a preview of Starlight?

Starts @2:55 ...

News Roundup:
- Walt Disney Company 2nd Q earnings Beat. Source: Blog Mickey

- Disney to create 7th Resort Location in Abu Dhabi, funded and developed by Miral. Source: CNN

- Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party information released, first party is August 15h. Source: Disney Parks Blog

- Dates for EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival announced - August 28th to November 22nd. Source: Disney Parks Blog

- Magic Kingdom Pirates Tavern to be called Beak and Barrel and have a menu for pirates of all ages. Will have a 45 min time limit. Source: Scott Gustin

- Pricing released for GE)-82 and they are high, but reservations sell out in minutes anyway

Starts @8:15 ...

Construction Updates:
- Permits filed for removal of Studio 1 at Hollywood Studios, plus more

Starts @42:25 ...

DBC Engagement - What Would You Book an Extra Trip to WDW To Say Goodbye To:
- As the guys just did a trip to say goodbye to Muppet*Vision 3D, we ask the community what other things (attractions, Icons, experiences, dining, etc) at Walt Disney World would you make an extra trip to see one last time if you heard it was going away?

Starts @45:14 ...

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Episode 257 for the week of May 5th, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

Last Minute Trip Thoughts:
- By the time you see/hear this week's episode we would have left for our quick trip to DHS to say goodbye to Muppet Courtyard. We share some final thoughts of our plans and what we are looking forward to.

Starts @0:43 ...

News Roundup:
- Volcano Bay to drop Tapu Tapu in October and then have 5month, seasonal closure next year. Source: UOFan

- GEO-82 Details, included $179 Luminous viewing! Source: Disney Parks Blog

- Cool Kid Summer Park-by-Park Details: Source: WDW Magic

- More details for Wald Disney - a Magical Life at Disneyland. Source: Scott Gustin

Starts @15:09 ...

Construction Updates:
- Nothing major but work at Big Thunder continues and rooms update at POP.

Starts @43:34 ...

DBC Engagement - Top 5 Lessons from a WDW Veteran:
- First, Phil shares his top 5 tips and Jason critiques ... then we hear from our community!

Starts @46:33 ...

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Episode 256 for the week of April 28, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

RUMOR: Disney Starlight to Start July 6th:
- Happily Ever After is shifted to a 10pm start time starting July 6th, this combined with CM block outs is leading people to think that could be the day that Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away will start

Starts @3:26 ...

D23 Goes to the World's Fair Review:
- Phil and his daughter attended the event this past weekend.

- Find out the highlights, some fun facts, and a bit more about Len Testa!

Starts @7:27 ...

Construction Updates - Laydown Yards!:
- Construction has apparently started on the laydown yards kicking off the prep work for the updates to Frontierland - Cars Land and Villains Land!

Starts @17:07 ...

What are We Looking Forward To with Our Upcoming Trip?:
- We discuss some of the goals with our down and back trip coming up in just one week. 

Starts @22:19 ...

Top 5: Lessons from a WDW Veteran:
- Jason shares some tips and advice he has learned over the years that might help people thinking about planning their upcoming trips.

Starts @28:03 ...

DBC Engagement: Create a Disney Plus Game Show:
- The community came up with ideas for game shows that could be run on Disney Plus

Starts @47:43 ...

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