We’re here! And we talk about the first part of our family vacation together. Hear what we think about Mears Connect, running a 10k with runDisney, visiting Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom, and Epcot. And hear what other guests think when Al wears his DC Comics shirts to the parks. (Uh, wrong franchise, anyone?)
Get your favorite blanket, a glass of eggnog, and turn on the fire; we’ve got 11 things for you to watch over winter break. Al and Andee give you suggestions on Disney+ or just Disney related. Pop that corn and settle in.
It’s that time of year! Whether or not you celebrate winter holidays, gift giving is always fun for the Disney giver (and let’s face it, the receiver). What do you get the Disney fan in your life? Al and Andee have all the ideas. *Spoiler* None are t-shirts with Mickey on a surfboard and the word “Malibu” captioned. What are your favorite Disney themed gifts?
How is a Disney Park day if you pay for all the extras? Andee’s old friend Debbie Collins joins the podcast after a week at Walt Disney World and taking advantage of all the new Genie+/Lightning Lane options. Is spending the money worth it? Hear Debbie’s story and let us know what you think!
Andee’s eldest joins the podcast to talk about the differences between working at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. She also went to the Oogie Boogie Bash. Hear what she has to say and get some tips for future visits. Have you noticed a Cast Member difference between the Parks on the two US coasts?
Happy 50th Anniversary, Walt Disney World! On October 1, WDW turns 50. Al and Andee talk about past Disney celebrations and look forward to what is coming up in the next year.
Al has always preferred a Disneyland Resort trip while Andee prefers a Walt Disney World Vacation. What is happening to make Andee change her mind? On this episode we discuss why both of us prefer a Disneyland vacation over WDW right now.
Love it or hate it…Disney is getting more money from you. What do you think about the new Genie app? We’ve seen comments and people are not kind. Al and Andee have their own thoughts. Whom do you agree with? Check out this episode for explanations, opinions, and why the pair think the Disney marketing team missed a big opportunity. Huge!
We’re back! A summer rest has us ready to talk all things Disney. What are you thinking about the new Magic Key instead of the annual passport? And did you check out the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser? A very unique experience for a very hefty price. Is it worth it?
Life happens. Al and Andee have a few things pressing this summer and will be taking a podcasting break. Listen in and hear all of the "fun" things they have planned this summer. (*Spoiler - none of these things are fun.) Fill us in on your summer plans! Are they Disney related? We want to know!
We’ve spoken about them on many an episode: The Brewers are here to share their experience on a Walt Disney World Vacation during Spring Break. Hitting the Parks during a World Pandemic, Kristin, a self-proclaimed germaphobe, Rich, and daughter Sam had a great time! Hear them share about mobile ordering, mask wearing, queue differences, plane rides, and more! Are you ready to go? Or will you wait until we can all be mask free?
More changes down the Disney pike: costumes that make everyone comfortable, including Inclusion in the Cast Member Keys, tattoos showing, mansions changing, and alcohol at Blue Bayou. It’s enough to blow the minds of internet trolls everywhere!
We’re going to Walt Disney World! Ok, not right now. But we will! And Al is looking for a place to rest his head. Should he stick with the Values he’s always chosen? Should he accept the fact that he is an adult in his 50s with a good job and spring for a Deluxe? Help him decide which WDW resort property is right for him.
You save your money and carefully plan your Disney vacation. What do you do when the unexpected happens? Like: Someone gets sick, or you don't get along with those you are with, or the budget is blown on day one? Learn from Al and Andee and the mistakes they've made. Hopefully it will give you ideas on being flexible and enjoying yourself when you expect the unexpected.
**SPOILERS** WANDAVISION SPOILERS ON THIS EPISODE Al and Andee talk about the genius of WandaVision and what is to come next. Also, the closing of Disney Stores makes way for more on shopDisney. Disneyland announces it MAY open on April 1. Will it?
So much to catch up on. Cancel Culture and how Disney deals, WDWs 50th Anniversary coming soon, and lots more to come in the time of COVID.
Is there anything Disney fans boast about that you maybe think is a little overrated? Al and Andee come up with their top 5 list of Disney things they think are a bit overrated. Do you agree or are they way off base?
Disney has made the announcements of the annual passport demise. Is that a forever thing? Would they come up with options to the daily ticket? Al and Andee speculate what might come next.
In an Ode to Joe Rohde, Al and Andee discuss what their attraction creations may be. (Spoiler: This was REALLY hard for Andee)
Is there anything better than that first cup of coffee in the morning? YES! The coffee can be Disney themed. Join our conversation with Erick Kanter of Expedition Roasters and learn how this Disney fan combined his fandom and passion for good coffee (and tea, and cocoa). Expedition Roasters focuses on sustainable products, artists’ talent, and giving back to the community. Listen in and get a discount code specifically for our listeners during the month of January 2021.
Pixar's Soul released on December 25 and we are not kidding when we say it was "life changing". Did it cause deep thoughts for you? Listen to Al and Andee share their thoughts and why it may be one of not just Pixar's best movies...but a best movie all around.
Did you catch all of the Disney Investor Day announcements? Al and Andee were a little overwhelmed, but each came up with a "top 5" - no easy feat. What did we miss?
Do you ever hear things about The Happiest Place On Earth and think, "That is just too weird". Al and Andee share Disney facts they find a little wacky.
Al is looking for a "mans best friend". With Andee, the two discuss the best in Disney pets. Did they talk about your favorite?
How do you celebrate Halloween when you're not into spooky, scary stuff? Turn to Disney, of course. Al and Andee talk about their favorite movies on Disney+ to put them in a non-so-scary, Halloween mood.
28,000 Cast Member layoffs at Disney. The episode was tough to record and tough to push out. What happens when there is sadness at the happiest place on earth?
Thanks to listener, Ally's, suggestion, we talked about the sequels to Disney flicks over the years. Some 2nd, 3rd, 4th movies did ok - some not so much. Listen in and let us know if you agree or if we missed the mark!
The death of Chadwick Boseman was a surprise to the public, even though his cancer diagnosis was known to him years ago. What more could he have accomplished if he was not taken from us so soon? The question has Al and Andee pondering about other Disney Universe cast members who died early. What more might have been accomplished if they were given more years on this earth? Listen in to hear their thoughts.
What's Walt Disney World like in the midst of being open during COVID 19? Al and Andee talk with Randall and Jennifer Ferguson from the YouTube channel, The Magic in the Music. Listen up to see if this vacation is really a "vacation".
Do you have a Disney movie you just love but are surprised so little people have seen? Al and Andee talk about some of their favorite flicks that haven't received the recognition deserved. What did we miss?
