Episode 307 for the week of May 11, 2026 ...  and this is what is going on in our Disney World...


Last Week in Disney
- Jeff Vahle to retire. (Source: WDW Magic)

- Let the Magic Begin, the MK Welcome show, is not coming back as a character show (Source: WDW Magic)

- Two mystery projects coming to the Boardwalk (Source: WDW Magic)

- Gas engines to be retired in early 2027 at Autopia in Disneyland (Source: Scott Gustin)

Starts @1:35 ...

Construction Updates
- Lots of work in Monstropolis

Starts @16:57 ...

Hot Takes: Walt Disney World
- We each give 5 opinions related to Walt Disney World ... but are they really hot?

Starts @27:20 ...

Trivia: Complete these Walt Disney World Attraction Lines of Dialogue
- Magic Kingdom Edition!

Starts @48:34 ...



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Episode 306 for the week of May 4, 2026 ...  and this is what is going on in our Disney World...


Last Week in Disney
- Spirit Airlines ceases operations ... should Disney buy them? (Source: WDW Magic)

- Big Thunder Mountain reopens - but is it still the wildest ride in the wilderness? (Source: Disney Parks Blog)

- Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party dates are out and it starts August 7th? (Source: Disney Parks Blog)

- Josh D'Amaro reportedly exploring creating a super app. (Source: Bloomberg)

Starts @1:57 ...

Construction Updates
- Permits for Indy!

Starts @14:42 ...

Binge, Erase, Ban - Star Wars Edition
- Jason gives three options, and Phil has to determine which he would binge, which he would erase from existence, and which he would be banned from seeing ever again ... with the focus on Star Wars media

Starts @19:22 ...

DBC Reviews: Maul: Shadow Lord
- The season finale of Maul: Shadow Lord was just released so we take the time to review the entire first season - is it some of the greatest Star Wars content ever or does is fall short?

Starts @35:05 ...



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Episode 305 for the week of April 27, 2026 ...  and this is what is going on in our Disney World...


Last Week in Disney
- Disney Cruise Line rolls out 50% off kids promotion. Source: Disney Parks Blog

- "AI" system to speed up attraction loading. Source: WDW Magic

- First look at the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster queue and loading area. Source: WDW Magic

- Disney may have slowed Magic Kingdom expansion due to politics. Source: Florida Politics

Starts @1:23 ...

Would You Rather ... WDW or DCL?
- Given the new Disney Cruise Line promotion Phil priced out a stay at Walt Disney World vs a Cruise for the same dates, and the pricing comparison was a little surprising. So would you rather ...

Starts @10:53 ...

Construction Updates
- Lots of Bio photos!

Starts @19:21 ...

Rank’em: Magic Kingdom Table Service Restaurants
- We have done quick service in the past so now looking at Table Service options and we we rank/tier the options at the Magic Kingdom 

Starts @30:34 ...

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Episode 304 for the week of April 20, 2026 ...  and this is what is going on in our Disney World...


Last Week in Disney
- Rock 'n' Roller Coaster starring the Muppets to open on May 26th, song list revealed. Source: Drew the Disney Dude

- 2027 Walt Disney World Packages on sale. Source: Disney Tourist Blog

Starts @1:45 ...

Construction Update
- More permits! for Signs!!!!

Starts @36:26 ...

Game Time: Blind Ranking IP Attraction Updates
- Phil has to blind rank 10 IP Attraction updates or additions that Jason came up with ... how'd he do?

Starts @39:26 ...

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Episode 303 for the week of April 13, 2026 ...  and this is what is going on in our Disney World...


Last Week in Disney
- Big Thunder Mountain set to reopen May 3rd with lower heigh requirement. Source: Disney Parks Blog

- Upgrades to Disney Starlight. Source. Blog Mickey

- Air Canada to sponsor the newly renamed La Poutinerie and offer private viewing area for Luminous. Source: Disney Tourist Blog

Starts @1:32 ...

Construction Update
- The Monsters Door Coaster and Tropical Americas Carousel go vertical!

Starts @13:03 ...

Jason's Trip Update
- Jason is wondering if something is wrong as he isn't actively planning much for his July trip ... or is this just the way it is now?

Starts @21:56 ...

DBC Debates: Should Zootopia Replace Pandora at DCA?
- This topic is getting a lot of attention online, so we debate the merits of both sides ... but we don't find out who is arguing for which side until this moment!

Starts @30:07 ...


DBC Engagement
- What partial day ticket structure would interest you the most?

Starts @53:02 ...

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Episode 302 for the week of April 6, 2026 ...  and this is what is going on in our Disney World...


Last Week in Disney
- Summer Deals including Disney+ room discounts and after 2pm tickets. Source: Blog Mickey

- V.I.Passholder Summer Days. Source: Drew the Disney Dude

- D23 The Ultimate Fan Event Tickets on sale - three things we hope are announced

Starts @2:34 ...

Construction Update
- New permits!

Starts @47:38 ...

Top 5: Things To Do At Walt Disney World Outside of the Parks
- A key element of "vacation in the vacation" is what you do outside of the parks ... we discuss some of our favorite things to do

Starts @52.15 ...


DBC Engagement
- What new walk around animatronics would you want to see?

Starts @1:01:12 ...

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Episode 301 for the week of March 30, 2026 ...  and this is what is going on in our Disney World...


Last Week in Disney
- Disney Adventure World dedicated and World of Frozen is open in Paris. Source: Disneyland Paris

- Universal Updates: HHN and Permits. Source: Alicia Stella

- Temporary restrictions on bus service from Disney Springs to Resorts. Source: Blog Mickey

Starts @4:44 ...

Easy/Mid/Hard Updates to EPCOT
- We armchair Imagineer some updates to EPCOT that range from small, easy things to large scale, major updates

Starts @25:53 ...

DBC Reacts: Addicted to the Mouse’s Top Ten Table Service Restaurants at WDW
- Addicted to the Mouse has redone their Top Ten Table Service Restaurants list 2 years after their initial list - we react to their list and opine on what changes we would make

Starts @40:04 ...


DBC Engagement
- What would you like to hear Josh talk about in his 100 days speech?

Starts @52:59 ...

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Episode 300! for the week of March 123, 2026 - and our 6th Anniversary! ...  and this is what is going on in our Disney World...


Last Week in Disney
- Darth Vader M&G location changes. Source: WDW Magid

- Survey about Epic Universe Annual Pass. Source: Blog Mickey

- "Something" coming to Rivers of Light Theater

Starts @3:43 ...

The Future of Disney Under Josh D'Amaro
- Last week Josh released a video to shareholders: Link

- He talked about the current state of the company and what will carry them forward and we use this as a launching off point to discuss what we think the future of Disney will look like under Josh's leadership

Starts @19:42 ...

Construction Updates
- Piston Peak walls get bigger!

Starts @56:47 ...


DBC Engagement
- What three characters would you want to meet?

Starts @59:57 ...

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Episode 299 for the week of March 16, 2026 ...  and this is what is going on in our Disney World...


Last Week in Disney
- Midnight Memories Ad

- Opening dates for a number of Walt Disney World projects

- Summer Promotions

- Leadership changes

Starts @1:25 ...


Construction Updates
- New permit potentially for the Piston Peak ride system

Starts @35:06 ...


Phil's Trip Report
- Phil just got back from his quick trip to Walt Disney World for the D23 Celebration of the Mexico Pavilion Event

- Substack Article link

Starts @45:22 ...


DBC Engagement
- What similar D23 event would you design?

Starts @1:13:39 ...

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Episode 298 for the week of March 9, 2026 ...  and this is what is going on in our Disney World...


Last Week in Disney
- Pixar news! Rumored new films including Monsters Inc. 3 and Phil gives his review of Hoppers

- Disney Adventure first luck from Media, including Scott Gustin

- Free Dining offer for Summer, Fall, and winter!

- Magic Kingdom closing early on May 13th for a corporate buyout and will have the Dave Matthews Band perform!

Starts @1:32 ...


Construction Update
- new photos from Bio show a lot of progress all over Walt Disney World 

Starts @29:30 ...


From the DBC Community
- Which of the 4 Main Projects at Walt Disney World are we most excited for?

- Phil Ranks the 9 Disney Parks he has been to

- (Another) Pre-Trip Report from Phil

Starts @40:04 ...


DBC Engagement
- What would you design as the (rumored) third attraction for Villains Land?

Starts @1:13:50 ...

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