We have a show so big we had to do two episodes in one. We take a look at the MASSIVE enhancements and expansions at ALL of the Disney parks in the coming decade. Huge new lands for Disneyland, California Adventure and Disney Hollywood Studios. Plus, major new attractions for Epcot & Magic Kingdom. We also pay tribute to a true Disney legend, the beloved Marty Sklar. SPONSORS: Today's show is brought to you by RX Bar - The delicious & healthy snack just perfect for throwing in your backp...
Aug 15, 2017•1 hr 59 min
So much Disney controversy this month! Pirates of the Caribbean going PC, Trump on his way to the Hall of Presidents, and changes to Fantasmic. But it's not all angst and strife. Huge new attractions are on the way to all the Disney Resorts and the D23 Expo should cement those plans. Doug and Dusty are your advocates into all things theme park. Let's explore the next wave of theme park excitement! SPONSOR: Today's show is brought to you by MIceChat's Gumball Rally, rolling your way on February 3...
Jul 13, 2017•51 min
So much news and juicy rumors for you this month. Guardians of the Galaxy is about to "Breakout" of the Tower in time for the Summer of Heroes at the Disneyland Resort. Avatars are being set loose at Disney World. A new fireworks show has launched at Magic Kingdom. Plus all sorts of industry news and discussion you won't want to miss! SPONSOR: Today's show is brought to you by AWAY, first class luggage at a coach price. For $20 off your order, visit awaytravel.com/micechat and use Promo code mic...
May 13, 2017•52 min
Disneyland and Disney World news and rumors abound in the April MiceChat Podcast. Plus, we take a deep dive into what might be coming to Epcot in the next decade. It's an impressive line-up, but is Disney abandoning the world's fair theme of this aging park? And would that be a good or bad thing? SPONSOR: Today's show is brought to you by Hello Fresh, please visit hellofresh.com and use the promo code micechat30 to save $30 off your first week of deliveries" HOSTS: Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com Dou...
Apr 13, 2017•1 hr
There was almost too much for us to get to this week. Food and Wine has returned to Disney California Adventure. Avatar is about to turn Animal Kingdom blue. And there are two new Orlando attractions which aren't getting great buzz. There's lots for Doug and Dusty to dish about! SPONSOR: Today's show is brought to you by AWAY, first class luggage at a coach price. For $20 off your order, visit awaytravel.com/micechat and use Promo code micechat during checkout HOSTS: Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com D...
Mar 14, 2017•38 min
Doug and Dusty go full rumor for a look at Star Wars and Marvel lands planned for the parks. Plus, the scoop on the new lands and attractions coming to Disney World and the transformation of Epcot. Disney, news, rumors and more. SPONSOR: Today's show is brought to you by AWAY, first class luggage at a coach price. For $20 off your order, visit awaytravel.com/micechat and use Promo code micechat during checkout HOSTS: Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com Doug Barnes of the SeasonPassPodcast .com CONTACT US...
Feb 15, 2017•47 min
Happy 2017 from Disneyland, where the park wants to start charging you for FastPass. This is a juicy gossip-filled spectacular of Disney dish. Upcharge everything on the way to a Disney park near you. Star Wars and Marvel land news. And more nerdy fun than you can shake a stick at. SPONSOR: Today's show is brought to you by Hello Fresh, please visit hellofresh.com and use the promo code micechat35 to save $35 off your first week of deliveries" HOSTS: Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com Doug Barnes of the...
Jan 12, 2017•58 min
Christmas has become big business for the theme parks. What was once considered the "off season" is now the top draw of the year, with record crowds often recorded in the weeks leading up to New Years Eve. Dusty and Doug put on their elf shoes and take us on a virtual sleigh ride to parks across the country to see what's going on for the holidays. Disneyland, Disney World, Knott's, Universal, Six Flags, and beyond! SPONSOR: Today's show is brought to you by AWAY, first class luggage at a coach p...
Dec 15, 2016•55 min
Get a first hand account of what is sure to be the attraction of the year and the best "Soarin'" style ride ever built - Wings over Washington. Plus, Walt Disney's Los Feliz, Sponge Bob 4D and solving Dusty's energy crisis. SPONSOR: Today's show is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Please visit hellofresh.com and use promo code micechat to save $35 off your first week of delicious meal deliveries. HOSTS: Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com Doug Barnes of the SeasonPassPodcast .com Brent Young, Creative Dire...
Oct 31, 2016•41 min
It's time to venture into the dimly lit fog of theme park Halloween once again. The major parks have opened their Haunted attractions, monsters roam the streets, and guests line up in droves (take my money please) to be scared out of their wits. On Today's show, Doug and Dusty are joined by horror god Rick West to discuss Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights, Virtual Reality, Tips and Tricks, and all sorts of gossip about the theme parks. SPONSOR: Today's show is brought to you by AWAY, fir...
Sep 29, 2016•1 hr 21 min
Fireworks, parades, dazzling rides with cutting-edge technology. . . all of these things help make the Disney Parks experience irresistible. So it comes as no shock that theme park fans are up in arms when any of those elements are threatened. Today's update brings conversation about the loss of Tower of Terror at Disney California Adventure, the cancellation of three Diamond Anniversary spectaculars at the Disneyland Resort, and lots of talk about why this is so shocking. Plus, we'll take a loo...
Aug 06, 2016•57 min
Howdy partner! Best hang on to your hats and glasses, because this here is the WILDEST MiceChat podcast from Doug and Dusty yet! There's some sad news, some things to get angry about, some things to marvel at and plenty of juicy rumors and gossip about the theme parks you love at Disney, Universal and Knott's Berry Farm. We'll use the magic lasso to transport you to the Wild West as Knott's Ghost Town goes "LIVE". This is our favorite show yet and we hope you share with your friends and family. ...
Jun 24, 2016•2 hr 16 min
Listen in as Dusty, Doug and friends visit the lavish opening gala for Universal Studios Hollywood's new Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Along the way we dish the dirt on all the latest gossip from Disneyland, Disney World and the troubled Shanghai Disneyland project. Plus, we ride the World-famous Universal Studios Tram Tour, and run into all sorts of folks you know and love in the Wizarding World. HOSTS: Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com Doug Barnes of the SeasonPassPodcast .com SPECIAL GUEST: Arthu...
Apr 24, 2016•1 hr 29 min
You know you're in theme park nirvana when Dusty and Doug discuss Star Wars and Harry Potter lands in the same show. Universal Studios Hollywood's new Wizarding World of Harry Potter has finally opened, we share our hits and misses for the new land. We also have the layout for the new Star Wars land at Disneyland. Plus, our thoughts on Shanghai Disneyland delays and layout. This is the podcast you're looking for . . . click play. HOSTS: Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com Doug Barnes of the SeasonPassPod...
Mar 05, 2016•1 hr 38 min
Doug and Dusty are joined by the hunky David Yeh on a trip through Disneyland to find out everything they can about the upcoming Star Wars Land. Along the way the guys discuss whether or not Star Wars fits into the theme of Disneyland and where some of the guys wish Star Wars Land was being built. Disney Imagineer Terri Hardin makes a special guest appearance when Dusty suddenly travels into the future! HOSTS: Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com Doug Barnes of the SeasonPassPodcast .com CONTACT US § Podc...
Oct 21, 2015•1 hr 20 min
You never know what Doug and Dusty are going to say, or who they'll run into. Just imagine the hijinks when they storm Disney's D23 Expo in Anaheim to find out what's new and what's next. They are taking no prisoners and holding back no opinion on Avatar Land, Shanghai Disneyland, Star Wars Land and Marvel. Some of which was announced by Disney at the Expo and some of which wasn't. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you might even listen all the way to the end. And if you do, you'll discover a contest wh...
Sep 03, 2015•1 hr 44 min
It's a countdown to fun on the MiceChat Podcast as we celebrate the biggest Southern Californian attractions of summer 2015. Disneyland may be getting all the attention with its 60th anniversary, but the biggest attractions are to be found outside the borders of the Happiest Place On Earth. We take you with us to the parks as we explore the Iron Reef, a Twisted Colossus, Springfield USA and a Diamond Celebration. There's a lot of competition for your theme park dollars this summer and the big wi...
Jul 08, 2015•1 hr 6 min
Disneyland is about to get sparkly for the 60th anniversary. Doug and Dusty examine Main Street USA for signs of the big celebration to come. They also take a grand circle tour of Disneyland aboard the classic Disneyland Railroad. This show is packed with the sounds of Disneyland and some really exciting news for folks visiting in the next year and a half. HOSTS: Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com Doug Barnes of the SeasonPassPodcast .com CONTACT US § Podcast@MiceChat.com § Or call 609-935-2147 § Find a...
Apr 14, 2015•1 hr 4 min
The MiceChat crew discusses Disney park news, and what's coming to a theme park near you in 2015. Of course, the big news comes from Disneyland, where the 60th "Diamond" anniversary is on the way with three big new shows and surprises. And please help us welcome a new host to the show, The Fabulous Disney Babe. HOSTS: Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com Doug Barnes of the SeasonPassPodcast .com Shelly "Fab" Valladolid of the Pink Monorail.com and MiceChat.com CONTACT US § Podcast@MiceChat.com § Or call 6...
Feb 04, 2015•1 hr 15 min
The MiceChat crew discusses Disney park news, but then takes an audio journeys into two of the best haunts in the Los Angeles area, Knott's Scary Farm and The Queen Mary's Dark Harbor, during the two extreme MiceChat Halloween events for 2014. So, join us as we take you for a walk through Knott's Halloween Haunt, then we'll transport you to Dark Harbor, where the amazing Voodoo Village looms, as well as other great scares. HOSTS: · Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com · Doug Barnes of the SeasonPassPodcas...
Oct 22, 2014•1 hr 21 min
The MiceChat crew returns to Disneyland to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the Haunted Mansion and ponder the upcoming enhancements to the Fantasyland dark rides. As Disneyland prepares to celebrate its 60th anniversary, there's lots for us to talk and speculate about. So, join us as we take you for a walk in the park. Then, we'll transport you to Scare LA, where Disney Legends Bob Gurr and Alice Davis have a few things to say about the amazing Haunted Mansion. HOSTS: · Dusty Sage of MiceChat....
Aug 26, 2014•1 hr 32 min
Summer 2014 is in full swing and theme parks all across the country are preparing their offerings. This month's show is your guide to the best of what theme parks have to offer you this year. From Disney to Universal, SeaWorld to Knott's Berry Farm and all points in between. Slap on some sunscreen and press play to hear our thoughts on where you should spend your hard earned vacation dollars this summer. Hosts: Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com Doug Barnes of the Season Pass Podcast Special guest: Joe ...
Jul 22, 2014•1 hr 47 min
It's another special episode of the MiceChat Podcast. This time around the block, we chat with outspoken original Mouseketeer, Lonnie Burr. He's lively, funny and full of stories you've likely never heard before. HOSTS: · Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com · Doug Barnes of the SeasonPassPodcast .com SPECIAL GUEST: Lonnie Burr - A 60-year show business veteran, Lonnie has been seen in 25 films; over 300 TV shows, 49 plays and musicals including Broadway, off-Broadway, regional theatre and national tours;...
Jun 03, 2014•1 hr 6 min
The MiceChat crew takes a field trip to Disneyland and brings you with them. As we walk through Frontierland, New Orleans Square and Critter Country, we chat about what's new, what's coming, history, trivia and more. Then we transport back to the MiceChat Studios to examine the question, which Disney resort has the most rides . . . Disneyland Resort with its two parks or the Walt Disney World Resort with four parks? You might be very surprised by the answer. HOSTS: · Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com ·...
Apr 25, 2014•1 hr 27 min
Our February show comes in just under the wire. We think it was worth the wait. Aside from our usual round up of Disney and theme park news, we've got an outstanding interview with Robbie Sherman (son of Disney legend Robert Sherman of the Sherman Brothers). Robbie was quite candid. The interview was conducted at the Disneyana Fan Club show and sale, so there's quite a bit of background noise, but it's all in good fun. HOSTS: · Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com · Doug Barnes of the SeasonPassPodcast .c...
Feb 25, 2014•1 hr 48 min
January is a great time to reflect on the year past and the year ahead. On this episode, we share our favorite and biggest theme park moments of 2013 and our predictions for 2014 and beyond. What will be our biggest story of 2013? Will it be the bust of Disney's MyMagic+, SeaWorld's Blackfish problem, Tony Baxter's retirement from Disney . . .? Listen on to find out. Then we turn our attention to 2014 and what is already shaping up to be a magical year for Universal as Harry Potter 2.0 - Diagon ...
Jan 14, 2014•1 hr 31 min
Dusty and Doug are back behind the microphone with their pals from Super 78 and they've got some amazing news that involves you. We're going to save Walt Disney's house, the one he was born in! But that's certainly not all, we take a quick look at the jingle jangle spirit in the theme parks this Christmas season and we've also got news, rumors and more about upcoming Disney Imagineering projects. You can find out more about the project to save Walt Disney's birthplace on MiceChat HERE . HOSTS: D...
Dec 05, 20130
It's October which means it's HALLOWEEN time! Discussion on multiple haunts and attractions for the season including Halloween Horror Nights Universal Studios, Empty Grave, The Purge, Blackout, Delusion, and more, plus a big review on the MiceChat Event at Knott's Scary Farm's Haunt and post-Trapped talk! Tons of Disney news involving future Star Wars attractions, Iron Man in Hong Kong, and the new Disability Access Service at Disneyland. Get ready for some frightful audio MiceChatters!! HOSTS: ...
Oct 25, 2013•1 hr 12 min
Did you hear the Disney angels singing hallelujah? For a long weekend in August, all the Disney stars aligned during Disney's big Comic-Con like event, the D23 Expo. Of course, MiceChat was there. We set up a huge booth and offered three days of Disney Celebrity meet and greets, giveaways, podcasts and more. But the big fish was Disney itself, who set up massive pavilions for Imagineering, Archives, Legends and more. In this show, we tie ropes around our waists and jump head first into the cave ...
Sep 07, 2013•1 hr 41 min
Star Wars rules the galaxy, the box-office, and now Disney Park Discussion. Is the famous sci-fi franchise taking over Disney Hollywood Studios and Tomorrowland in Disneyland? What about the catch 22 happening in Club 33?? All this plus an exclusive interview with Halloween Horror Nights mastermind John Murdy. Sceraming from Monstropolis to Evil Dead, this is MiceChat Podcast 10. Please be sure to share with your friends. Hosts: Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com Doug Barnes of the Season Pass Podcast S...
Aug 05, 2013•1 hr 15 min
