The Main Street Electrical Podcast: A Disney Podcast

In the 291st episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave is just Dave this time around as Jenn is out - so Dave carries the show... on a big Disney news week! First, getting the ticket for The Mandalorian & Grogu, and why I'm looking forward to some simple Star Wars. Then, diving into Walt Disney World 2027, as new prices and packages were released this week. We run through new additions - a dining plan returning, discounts on dining for kids, water park information - plus booking through October 2027. Plus, why should you consider booking this far out? I give you the reasons! Finally, The Muppets are all over the Disney socials! The song list has been released for Rock'n Roller Coaster with the Muppets - I'll run through it and help those of you confused to remember what a "Song 2" is. Also, the cameos in the queue, the storyline behind G-Force Records now, the L.I.M.O. idea, and my excited for the ride retheme and what it might mean for Muppet Fans (and how this is a home run for Disney... unless they Zootopia it...) Find it on all the podplaces!!

In the 290th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are finally joined again by fan fave #KylaKylaKyla, for the first time since last September! In the news, Buzz Lightyear has reopened, and we all chat about it even though none of us have done the new version... Big Thunder has to have an opening date soon, right? [spoiler alert, they announced it right as we were done recording - its May 3] Plus, the Rock'n Roller Coaster Guitar is getting an new rethemed paint job... and Annual Passholder discounts this year, with 2026's VIPassholder dining discounts. Then, Kyla Melberg is here to talk a little travel and her busy, busy winter so far this year. She gives her Aulani report first - the dining, the travel there and back, the hotel itself, things she didn't know going in, and so on. Then her look around the island, in the other hotel they moved to, and finally a recent trip to the Dominican, with a stay at Hard Rock. Jenn chimes in with her takes as well, while Dave offers an idea for the monkey cages in Animal Kingdom (because that's all he's got for this topic!)

In the 289th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back after a few weeks away! Spring Break weeks have come and gone, including when Jenn went to Disneyland then returned home to Pittsburgh late Monday night, only for Dave to leave Birmingham early Tuesday morning for week in Disney World! First up, Buzz Lightyear has some soft openings, ready for next week's official reopening... Rafiki gets his name dropped in Animal Kingdom's Conversation Conservation Station... brand new ticket deals for Disney... and Crocs are getting into the headband game... Then, Jenn and Dave share their trip reports from the parks on each coast -- Jenn (with Travel Amanda) visiting Bluey's new show, hanging at Disneyland Hotel, enjoying California Adventure's Food & Wine, and soaking in the 70th anniversary before it disappears... And Dave on his annual family trip, with all the dining, including Le Cellier and Sci Fi and Akershus, doing the Garden Graze at Flower & Garden Festival, and the kid's Meeting Princess stance. And lamenting on Disney's poor Egg Display system this year. It's a great time to visit either park!

In the 288th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are saying "HAPPY BIRTHDAY" early to Friend of the Show THE Derek Franks! After a few Disney's This Week, we catch up with Derek and the new job and the new company and more! Then, we take a look at two of our favorite places... Disney World and Disneyland. And how do they stack up? Resorts? Dining? Snackage? Attractions like Haunted Mansion and Pirates and big coasters? And Derek (may) have some Big Thunder insight! For those who love both parks - or maybe has only been to one - its a great take on what we think, what we know, and what we love... and of course, we keep score!

In the 287th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are prepping for new promos and new festivals, while making cruise excursions (Jenn) and remembering a meal in Wonderland... A little news brings in new extra magic hours for deluxe guests in May... Zootopia 2 coming to streaming... new Pixar getting rave reviews... and a larger look at the Disney Adventure, the ship in the Disney fleet that will mostly be in the Asian market. Plus the list of Disney godparents for each of the ships in the Disney Fleet!

Then, looking at the newest Disney promotion - Free Dining not just for the kids, but for everyone!

Finally, the human world is a mess, and life under the sea is better than anything dey got up dere... and because the world is so wacked out, we talk about some of our favorite comfort films in Disney lore... movies that we find stress free, easy to watch, and that make us happy - from Hercules to Sleeping Beauty to the Titans... and the attractions and Disney areas that make us happy as well... and you knew we'd say PeopleMover...

In the 286th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave look ahead to three big projects on the horizon at Disney World - and what they are hoping to see! Helping the discussion is first time guest and new Friend of the Show Dave Adams, co-host of the new(ish) show Pod999 - Dave and Jenn and Dave share a little Weekly Disney, with Disneyland Paris trips, pin boards, and Garden Tea Reservations. Then, looking at the coming Magic of Animation in Hollywood Studios, the trio give their takes on what they hope Disney will do and hopes at what they will avoid doing - making it about the animation... not letting it fall apart... and why they should honor all of Disney's Animated classics Then a look at both the Muppets taking over Rock'n Roller Coaster and then turning our attention to Tropical Americas -- how to not make another Navi River Journey, trying to make Indy Jones relevant for the future, wanting more than Dr Teeth and of course, another mention of Its Tough to Be a Bug

In the 285th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave round up the latest news and some movie reviews! First, Jenn's take on the trailer for "The Mandalorian & Grogu" film - having seen it literally minutes before recording the episode, then Dave's review of "Zootopia 2" - plus the countless easter eggs within the film. Then, a look around the (disney) World with the latest on the water parks opening and closing... Bath & Body Works + Disney... new art becomes a handbag... and a rundown of all the announced fun at Epcot's Flower and Garden Festival, including Dave performing Air Supply for his kid...

In the 284th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are once againg putting on their CEO hats, now turning their new found (if only imaginary) powers to Disney World West... that of course being Disneyland! And to do so, they invite in (for their fourth appearance) Friends of the Show and the hosts of the popular Skywalking Through Neverland podcast, Rich & Sarah! First, their take on both Josh D'Amaro becoming the new Head Cheese for Disney, and then their thoughts on Disneyland's Star Wars Galaxy's Edge. Then... what happens if Josh calls us all up and tells us that we are the new CEOs of Disneyland Resort? We can't plunk down a new land or a big ride in the middle of the park, but overall, we can do what we want to make the parks even better! Including ideas from rare characters to updated After Dark parties to a Tiki Room feast to getting rid of the noxious fumes at Autopia. Also, maybe we should get rid of the bottlenecked crowds (mostly made up of teens on their phones) with the new Move Along Cast Members... Make sure to listen to Skywalking Through Neverland every week on all your fave pod places!

In the 283rd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are ready to usher in the new leadership era of Walt Disney Company because... It's a Great Big Beautiful D'Amaro! First up, Jenn is getting ready for an upcoming cruise - but she's still at home for a while... and Dave gives his full review of the new Muppet Show episode on Disney+, also revealing his love of Sabrina Carpenter. Then, a look at the Disney Flag Retreat and a salute to 101 year old Herb Maneloveg, a veteran and American hero! Finally... the news of the week, as Josh D'Amaro is appointed CEO of The Walt Disney Company, while Dana Walden takes on the newly created role of President and Chief Creative Officer, so we do a deep dive. We take a look at the resumes of each, where they come from, experiences and previous roles, including Dana's "Jerry Maguire Moment" and how she had a hand in creating the modern "binge-worthy" trend, and Josh's part in Pandora in Animal Kingdom and being so Cast Member friendly. Plus, looking at the positives and how they'll possibly work together, and the challenges, including things to watch out for... also quick thoughts on previous CEOs Eisner, Bob Chapek and comparing Iger Part 1 and Iger Part 2. If you are curious about why people are excited (or not excited) for the Josh & Dana takeover, let Jenn & Dave pull and Clarissa and explain it all. Plus, make sure to check out Friend of the Show Derek Frank's new venture, Chuggerclothing!

In the 282nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave have returned from the Upon a Star Travel meet up in Disney World for Festival of the Arts!! The whole episode is one big "How did you Disney this week" as they give a handful of quick reviews on a large amount of places eaten, parties attended, resorts slept in, and much more. Dave got a couple of new shirts, including a brand new Figment to sport. You'll find our takes on resort stays in Bay Lake Tower and Caribbean Beach... restaurants like Biergarten, Topolino's, Skipper's Canteen, Tuttio Italia, and Jaleo... lounges like Geo-82 and a return to Beak & Barrel... and events like the Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Party - and the differences in the pre-party, the Seats & Eats, and the post-party - and which one we recommend. And of course, snacking, enjoying Broadway, and buying artwork, and the actual Festival of the Arts! Plus, who is right when it comes to those Pop Tart things in Woody's Lunchbox? It's a quick paced look at a lot of different things enjoyed by Disney, theme park and travel fans!