337: Star Wars Footprints and Disneyland Magic Keys

  August 3rd 1977: Darth Vader, R2-D2, and C-3PO put their footprints in cement in the “The Forecourt of the Stars” at the Mann’s Chinese Theater in Hollywood, CA. To help celebrate the 44th anniversary of this event, Alan Sanborn shares his experience from that day. Welcome to our new segment - Today in Star Wars History! Beyond this day, we share historical fun facts about “The Forecourt of the Stars” dating all the way back to 1927 when Sid Grauman owned this famous theater.     We would like to dedicate this episode of STN to our friend Jonathan Rinzler who passed away on July 28th. Thank you for everything. You are now one with the Force... Read more in a heartfelt article by Eric Onkenhout.   Disneyland Resort Magic Key Program   Breaking News! Disneyland Resort Magic Key program was announced the morning we recorded this episode, so we share details and determine which “Magic Key” we will buy. We are helped out by the Skywalkers who commented on our Facebook post, and those that joined us live. You all weigh in on the news. Here are a few details.   Disneyland Resort Magic Key program marks the brand new AP program that will start on August 25, 2021. There are 4 Magic Key types for a variety of budgets   Each allow you to hold a certain # of reservations Discounts on food, merchandise and parking “Special offerings” just for Magic Key holders From disneyland.com: For a limited time, we will celebrate the charter members that become Magic Key holders within the first 66 days (as we celebrate 66 years of Disneyland Resort). These guests will receive a special welcome package that will include unique items such as a premium branded pin, celebratory button, magnet, and more! Plus, Magic Key holders who enter Disneyland park will also be celebrated with access to a limited-time experience at Starcade in Tomorrowland (which begins on Sept. 1), where they can enjoy charging stations, a special photo opportunity, and other fun surprises.   Which will you choose?      Listen to 337: Star Wars Footprints and Disneyland Magic Keys     Sign up for the Skywalking Network Newsletter   Never miss a podcast, Zoom discussion link or Pop Culture Trivia!   Disney+ Zoom Chats for THE BAD BATCH and beyond every Friday or Saturday evening - anyone can join, just sign up for the Skywalking Newsletter for the link! The audio of these chats and previous Falcon & Winter Soldier and WandaVision Zoom Chats are available as podcast episodes for the Skywalking Force, our Patreon. Check it out and have a look at all the levels available.   Check out these SKYwalking NETwork Podcasts:   Resilience Squadron - Sharing the adventures and challenges of disabled fans across and in the Star Wars universe Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics - Delving into each issue of the Star Wars comic series 1977-1986 The Max EFX Podcast - Chronicling the 35-year Special Effects film career of Max Cervantes Neverland Clubhouse - Two sisters, and best friends, sharing Disney adventures Talking Apes - focusing on the original Planet of the Apes films and TV shows Totally Tell Me Everything - Two ladies, one topic, three questions. Sarah Woloski and Bryn MacKinnon learn, share and grow. Star Warsologies - A podcast about Science and Star Wars   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland Send emails to [email protected] and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!