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Episode 234 for the week of November 25, 2024 - Happy Thanksgiving! ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

The Muppets are Movin’ Right Along
- Disney has made it official and Monsters Inc will be taking over Muppet Courtyard ... but the Muppets aren't leaving entirely! They will be replace Aerosmith at Rock'n' Rollercoaster.
- We discuss the news, share our thoughts, and respond to internet reactions
Source: Disney Parks Blog
Starts @1:27 ...

Quick Hits:
- Destination D23 2025 dates are announced, and the event will be doubling in size and moving to Coronado Springs. Source: D23
- Lightning Lane Premier Pass not available to guests of all Disney resorts and has been selling out this week! Source: WDWNT
- First look at multiple highly themed bars and lounges on the Disney Treasure
- Soarin' Around the World updated. Source: Blog Mickey
Starts @33:33 ...

DBC Engagement: WDW but no MK or DLR but no WDW?
- The community was given two options for annual, fully paid, week long trips and had to decide which scenario they would take: the trip is to Disneyland but with the caveat that you could never go to Walt Disney World again or the trip is to Walt Disney World but you can never set foot in the Magic Kingdom.
Starts @56:06 ...


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Episode 233 for the week of November 18, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

Quick Hits
- Disney 4th Q and Full Year 2024 earnings were very positive plus the CFO says that Epic Universe will be a positive to attendance at Walt Disney World. (source: Blog Mickey)
- Use of Single Rider line starts at Remy's Ratatouille Adventure (source: Disney Food Blog)
- Concept art and name released for upcoming DVC Lounge in the Magic Kingdom - what does this mean for the future of Frontierland? (source: WDWNT)
Starts @2:20 ...

Jason's No Kids Trip Report - Part 2
- After covering the day-by-day of his trip last week, Jason goes over his key takeaways from his trip including his thoughts on LLMP and Animal Kingdom Lodge compared to other Deluxe Resorts, plus much more!
Starts @16:58 ...



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Episode 232 for the week of November 11, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

D23 Brazil Recap
- D23 Fan Event was held in Brazil for the first time and while not a ton of announcements were made, there were some updates for upcoming films and Walt Disney World parks projects
Starts @1:12 ...

Jason's No Kids Trip Report
- Jason is back and starts his trip report from his recent parents only trip to Walt Disney World. He goes through the days of his trip, hitting the highlights.
- Includes reviews of two tours: Walking with Giants and Starlight Safari
Starts @9:58 ...



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Episode 231 for the week of November 4, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

Goodbye Spooky Season, Hello Happy Holidays
- The holidays are in full swing at Walt Disney World and Disney announced some new offerings as part of the Festival of the Holidays at EPCOT, including more to do at CommuniCore Hall.
Starts @1:54 ...

Weezy's Disneyland Trip Report
- Dave, Weezy from the Discord, joins us to share about his recent trip to Disneyland in California. What were the highlights and how did it compare to Walt Disney World for him?
Starts @8:45 ...

DBC Survey: Get to Know Weezy
- Phil asks Dave some questions about his Disney fandom so everyone on Discord can get to know him better
Starts @59:02 ...



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Episode 230 for the week of October 28, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

Lack of Excitement for Walt Disney World Right Now
- There is excitement around Epic Universe but not really for Disney right now - and given the price difference, what is the motivation to book a Disney trip right now?
Starts @7:28 ...

Jason's Pre-Trip Report
- Jason leaves for his parents only trip this week and provides an update on his plans, Lightning Lanes booked, and just strategy heading into the trip
Starts @22:27 ...

DBC Engagement: Things That Don't Exist at WDW But Should
- The community shared ideas for tours, attractions, etc. that don't currently exist at Walt Disney World but should
Starts @54:09 ...



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Episode 229 for the week of October 21, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

Universal Announces Opening Date for Epic Universe
- We have an official opening date for this brand new theme park - plus some information on ticket sales and pricing for the Helios Hotel.
- Does this make us more excited? Are we going to try to adjust summer plans to visit?
Starts @3:19 ...

Lightning Lane Premier Pass is Coming
- Disney announces the official launch of a new option to Lightning Lane - Premier Pass - which will function similarly to Express Pass at Universal
- We break it all down and react to the internet reaction! 
Starts @14:14 ...

Quick Hits
- Bunch of other news items came out this week and we go through them in rapid fire
Starts @51:23 ...

DBC Engagement: Top 5 Bucket List Items at WDW
- The community shared what are some things they have never done at Walt Disney World but want to do
Starts @55:48 ...



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Episode 228 for the week of October 14, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

Review of D23 Events: Heads Back to the Hollow & Early Screening of Not Just a Goof documentary
- Phil attended a D23 event this past Saturday in Sleepy Hollow - he reviews the event, shares some fun tidbits of information he got, and says if it was worth the cost
- Phil also got to attend a bonus D23 event showing an early preview of a new documentary about the making of a Goofy Movie
Starts @1:01 ...

Disney News: Attraction Closure Timelines
- Disney shared when Big Thunder Mountain will close for year+ long refurb (source: Brooke McDonald), when Dinorama is closing for good (source: Scott Gustin) and that the new version of the Little Mermaid show is being delayed (source: WDW Magic) 
Starts @21:51 ...

New Things and Last Chances for Jason's Upcoming Trip
- Jason lists out things that will be new for him or his wife for their upcoming trip as well as which attractions they will say "goodbye" to and we discuss if this is enough to prompt booking a trip
Starts @28:58 ...

DBC Engagement: What is the best time to arrive at the parks?
- The community shared what time they prefer to arrive at each of the WDW theme parks and why
Starts @40:08 ...



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Episode 227 for the week of September 30, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

Cake Bake Shop is Cooking Up Something Offensive … The Pricing on Their Menu!
- Construction is nearing completion at the Cake Bake Shop at Disney Boardwalk, revealing the menu
- Pricing seems very high, even for Disney ... and we react!
Source: Blog Mickey
Starts @2:40 ...

Fixing Jollywood Nights
- Reports indicate that Jollywood Nights are not selling well.
- We discuss ways we would modify the event to perhaps attract more people
Starts @9:35 ...

DBC Reacts: The DIS Rankings of Every Remaining Opening Day Attraction at The Magic Kingdom
- The DIS posted an article where the author ranks each remaining opening day attraction at the Magic Kingdom and we react to it!
Source: The DIS
Starts @30:53 ...

Game: Would You Rather? Part II
- Now it is Phil's turn to ask Jason a series of "would you rather?" questions.
Starts @46:42 ...

DBC Engagement: One Area for All Your Meals
- The community shared which land/pavilion they would choose for having all their meals for a day
Starts @58:33 ...



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Episode 226 for the week of September 30, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

Active Construction At Walt Disney World
- Permits filed for a new 10 story hotel at the former Reflections location
- Concrete and hardscapping work done at the entrance to Test Track 3.0
Starts @2:03 ...

Early 2025 Discounts Announced
- To kick off the new fiscal year, Disney did announce some new discounts for early 2025, including on room and ticket packages
Starts @8:10 ...

The Impact of Nostalgia on Cost Increases
- Pricing increases to Lightning Lane Single Pass coming and this sparked a new round of discussions comparing current Disney to that of 10+ years ago.
- Are their valid criticisms or is this mostly nostalgia and people wanting to "do Disney" the same way they have done in the past even though the business model has changed?
Starts @12:05 ...

Game: Would You Rather?
- Jason asks Phil a series of would you rather questions related to Disney - which ones are the most difficult for him to answer?
Starts @36:48 ...

DBC Engagement: Three Quick Service Meals
- The community shared what in park quick service meals they would pick for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Starts @53:45 ...



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Episode 225 for the week of September 23, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...

Next Disney CEO is a Two Horse Race?
- Recent Variety story indicates that Dana Walden is the lead Candidate to be the next Disney CEO with Josh D'Amaro right behind her, and all other candidates long shots
- We share our thoughts and if we think Disney can retain both or if the one not picked will leave the company
Starts @2:12 ...

Disney Planning Blocks
- Jason is trying to have some sort of plan for his upcoming trip without overscheduling things - he talks through his concept of planning "blocks" and how that can create a "choose your own adventure" day-of
Starts @12:28 ...

Rank 'Em: Magic Kingdom Quick Service
- We conclude our series of ranking the quick service locations within the four theme parks at Walt Disney World with the first park, the Magic Kingdom
Starts @22:27 ...



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