Jim Hill and Len Testa dig into how fans really rate Disney’s nighttime spectaculars — and why those scores decide which shows stay and which ones fade away. Along the way, they cover the latest park news and wrap up the story of how Jack Sparrow sailed into Pirates of the Caribbean.

TouringPlans survey data reveals the winners and losers among Disney’s fireworks and nighttime shows

Why “average” ratings are the kiss of death for spectaculars like Enchantment

New menus and a $65 all-you-can-eat croissant buffet at Epcot’s Food & Wine Festival

Destination D23 schedule updates, including hints of a Villains Land presentation

Construction progress on Disneyland’s new Marvel e-ticket attraction

Universal’s permit filing that could mean another Epic Universe hotel

How Johnny Depp, Captain Barbossa, and Davy Jones made their way into the Pirates of the Caribbean rides

From fan-favorite fireworks to the behind-the-scenes drama of Pirates overlays, this episode blends data, history, and Disney news you won’t hear anywhere else.

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