Ben is back from his first sailing aboard a Royal Caribbean ship. It may be impossible to compare the fleets of Royal Caribbean and Disney Cruise Line, but in this episode Ben does his best to share how the Radiance of the Seas compares to the Disney Magic. These two ships come from a similar era, and are very comparable in size and capacity. Erica comes along for the ride and the two talk everything from dining to entertainment to service and more. Is it truly an apples to apples comparison, or...
Jun 01, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 174
The long anticipated third season of the Mandalorian has concluded. Since its conclusion, fans have seemed a bit split on their thoughts on the season, so Blake, JJ, and recurring guest and fellow Mouse House Weekly host Jeremiah are here to discuss everything about it! The trio of big Star Wars fans discuss each episode in order, discussing their praises and issues, as well as quick summaries for what happened to refresh any memories of the show. They talk about their thoughts on how the arcs e...
May 25, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 173
Arg, mateys, it's time to set sail on a new and tasty adventure! Nestled in one of Disneyland's most beloved lands, New Orleans Square, Pirates of the Caribbean ride and The Blue Bayou restaurant go hand-in-hand. If you're lucky enough to get a reservation at The Blue Bayou restaurant, then you get to see the boats from the ride drift by while you enjoy your meal. As a rider on Pirates, we find the opening scene drifting through the bayou to be very charming. So this week we're cooking up the wo...
May 18, 2023•54 min•Ep. 172
Disney has just rolled out their new Disney100 marketing campaign to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Disney Studios. Part of this campaign includes a traveling exhibition that David had the privilege of touring just last month. David gives us a non spoiler and then very detailed look at the exhibit that celebrates the studio that started it all. Connect with Mouse House Weekly: Facebook community Twitter Instagram Golden Spiral Media Feedback Page...
May 11, 2023•51 min•Ep. 171
We love people and we love Disney, so helping everyone experience the magic of a Walt Disney World vacation is near and dear to our hearts. This week Erica shares why helping families with Autism and Cognitive Disabilities visit Disney World is something she is so passionate about. There are so many great ways to help prepare starting at home, and Erica has some especially creative tips. Plus, Ben and Erica discuss what to consider when picking a resort, how to navigate the parks using Disney's ...
May 04, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 170
Staying in a Disney hotel is often described as a magical experience, with many guests praising the theming, attention to detail, and overall atmosphere of the hotels. From the moment guests check-in, they are immersed in the Disney magic, with characters often present to greet them and themed decor throughout the hotel. Guests also appreciate the convenience of staying in a Disney hotel, with easy access to the parks, early admission to select attractions, and the ability to make dining reserva...
Apr 27, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 169
Over the last several weeks theme park enthusiasts have been treated to two new lands on the west coast. Disneyland unveiled the newly reimagined Mickey's Toontown on March 19th, and Universal Studios Hollywood opened Super Nintendo World on February 17th. Rachel and Jeremiah shared their Toontown opening day experience in episode 164. This week, Darrell and his daughter, Addi, visit southern California to give their experience with Super Nintendo World and Mickey's Toontown. They also discuss t...
Apr 20, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 168
Disney has always been a big name in the media industry, but public perception of Disney has changed in recent years. Some argue their stories lack heart, or they're getting lazy making remakes, and focusing more on franchise films than original films. In this week's episode of Mouse House Weekly, Blake and JJ compare Disney's recent animated and live-action projects (roughly 2020-2023), to previous films in the previous years (roughly 2017-2019), and their recent Disney park additions when comp...
Apr 13, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 167
Bryce is joined by guest host Bryan Ripper to discuss the most recent shareholder meeting for the Walt Disney Company. Shareholder meetings may sound dull, but Disney CEO Bob Iger dropped some major Disney news for the future of the Walt Disney Company and their theme parks. Listen in and join in the discussion about the exciting future for our favorite company. Connect with Mouse House Weekly: Facebook community Twitter Instagram Golden Spiral Media Feedback Page...
Apr 06, 2023•47 min•Ep. 166
Experiencing the most magical theme park attractions in the land isn't always as easy as just standing in line. Since Disney added virtual queues, boarding groups, Genie+, and Lighting Lanes, it's easy to get confused about how to ride. This is especially true when a new ride like TRON Lightcycle Run is launched. This week Erica and Ben help guide you through the quantity of qualifiers for queues at Walt Disney World, and talk about the impact Tron has on Tomorrowland. Plus, Ben has new Disney p...
Mar 30, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 165
Mickey's Toontown opened in Disneyland on January 24, 1993. The area was inspired by Who Framed Roger Rabbit, and resembled a set from a Max Fleischer cartoon. The buildings were, and still are, stylized and colorful. There are several attractions involving classic cartoon characters, such as the houses of Mickey and Minnie Mouse. The fictional backstory given for Mickey's Toontown is that it was a hidden Toon suburb that Mickey Mouse had moved to in 1930 to keep in touch with his humble Midwest...
Mar 23, 2023•53 min•Ep. 164
Star Wars is a very action-packed and fantastical series, so it was about time Disney produced an anime series with stories that take place in the Star Wars universe. Blake and JJ, in light of the second volume of Star Wars: Visions coming out this year, are here to discuss the first volume of the anthology series, discussing each episode individually, and discussing the series as a whole and its quality. They've also ranked each individual episode, talking about each episode based off of their ...
Mar 16, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 163
Toy Story 5 is now in production, and that announcement got us thinking...which Toy Story toy is the best? Put differently, if we found ourselves at a garage sale at Andy's house and all of the Toy Story toys were in a box, which toy would we choose? It is March madness season, so that means we had to settle this question with a bracket! Who will come out victorious? We're quite certain it's not who you think! Grab your travel buddy, fill out your own bracket via the link below, and let's find o...
Mar 09, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 162
Quantumania brings the Quantum Realm to the big screen to blast off Phase 5 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Bryce is joined by Ben to discuss the latest film in the MCU. They look back at Phase 4 and discuss what they are looking most forward to in the future of Marvel films and tv shows. Ben and Bryce give their opinions which may or may not agree with the critics. Connect with Mouse House Weekly: Facebook community Twitter Instagram Golden Spiral Media Feedback Page...
Mar 02, 2023•55 min•Ep. 161
There are so many decisions to make when planning a Disney vacation, but choosing when to go may have the most impact on your trip. Ben and Erica are tackling the best month to visit the three major U.S. Disney destinations: Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and Disney Cruise Line. Crowd levels, pricing, weather, offerings, and more are important factors in knowing which month makes the most sense for you and your family. Ben and Erica rarely agree on their Disney takes, but could that change on to...
Feb 23, 2023•57 min•Ep. 160
We all love the many fantastic characters that Disney animation has created. Characters like Elsa, Woody, Simba, Maleficent, Gaston are all fun to watch and offer something special. But would you date one? It's an interesting question. Sure Woody is an adorable doll, but his snarky attitude may be too much to handle on a first date. As we all celebrate Valentine's Day during February Jeremiah and Rachel are here to tackle this fun topic. Just like the many online social media games, they have cr...
Feb 16, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 159
Indiana Jones Adventure is one of the most beloved Disney rides in any of the parks. A classic, memorable, and thrilling ride. However, over the years, some things have changed on the ride, and as some more changes are sure to approach with it going through some refurbishment until sometime in Spring, Blake and JJ are here in this week's episode to discuss the state of the ride right now, and praising what they love about it, as well as some of the criticisms to some of its issues from before it...
Feb 09, 2023•52 min•Ep. 158
All Aboard! Last month we set sail on the Disney Dream for our first EVER cruise! Darrell is very prone to motion sickness and Kari hates traveling, so how did the trip go? We opted for a cruise instead of a visit to the parks because we wanted a relaxing vacation where we could unwind and not have to worry about going from place to place. We've heard others talk about how great cruises are, but did it live up to the hype? Shortly after returning home, we sat down and tried to cover EVERYTHING! ...
Feb 02, 2023•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 157
David just finished the Dopey Challenge at the 2023 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend! He gives us the full recap of registration, training, carb-loading, and the overall race experience from this year's events. All this plus a splash of Disney news on this week's episode of Mouse House Weekly! Connect with Mouse House Weekly: Facebook community Twitter Instagram Golden Spiral Media Feedback Page...
Jan 26, 2023•50 min•Ep. 156
The cries of Disney fans across the land have been heard! Disney released some big announcements, covering everything from Magic Key passes at Disneyland to the return of complimentary parking at WDW. Ben and Erica break down all the big news and then share what announcements they would like to hear next! Listen along and then let us know what you think of the Disney News! Connect with Mouse House Weekly: Facebook community Twitter Instagram Golden Spiral Media Feedback Page...
Jan 19, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 155
Most theme park restaurants often offer a variety of food options, including quick-service meals, sit-down dinners, and snacks. Many of those restaurants are themed to match the overall themed area of the park, and may feature décor and atmosphere that is designed to immerse guests in the park's theme. Some theme park restaurants also offer special dining experiences, such as character meals or dinners with live entertainment. But for a long time the reputation of the food was poor. Over time, D...
Jan 12, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 154
With the new year finally beginning, we have a lot to look forward to from Disney, but Disney is constantly releasing new stuff, and a lot of it, so how can you be sure what noteworthy content is coming? Well, that's exactly what this episode is for. This week, Blake & JJ tackle everything noteworthy coming from Disney in 2023, from anniversary celebrations and new park attractions, to new movies and shows. Blake & JJ will read through categorized lists, including Marvel projects, Star W...
Jan 05, 2023•47 min•Ep. 153
2022 gave all of us at Mouse House Weekly a lot of great moments and memories. As we close up the year, each of our hosts take a moment to reflect on the year and share their favorite Disney moments from 2022. From changes in Disney leadership, to the Disney parks, Disney Cruise Line, and Disney Plus, we pretty much have all of Disney covered in our episode. Disney creates a lot of magic and ways for us to enjoy that magic! We hope you've had a magical 2022, and we hope you have an even more mag...
Dec 29, 2022•55 min•Ep. 152
It's "That Time of Year" again! Bryce and David discuss multiple holiday themed topics in this week's show. What would you ask Disney for Christmas? What holiday overlay would you like to see in the Disney parks? If Disney built a year round holiday attraction, what would it be? All these topics plus a load of Disney news on this week's holiday themed episode of Mouse House Weekly! Connect with Mouse House Weekly: Facebook community Twitter Instagram Golden Spiral Media Feedback Page...
Dec 22, 2022•41 min•Ep. 151
Darrell has questions and we have answers! If you are a first-time cruiser or just want to know what to expect from Disney Cruise Line this episode is for you. Ben and Erica invite Darrell onto the podcast this week to discuss all of the unknowns as he prepares for his first sailing aboard the Disney Dream. Grab your pen and paper join us as we share our best tips for getting ready to set sail. Connect with Mouse House Weekly: Facebook community Twitter Instagram Golden Spiral Media Feedback Pag...
Dec 15, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 150
Dance may have been used as a tool of social interaction that promoted cooperation essential for survival among early humans. Dance has been an important part of ceremony, rituals, celebrations and entertainment since before the birth of the earliest human civilizations. Many dances of the early periods were performed as a ritual to the Gods who ancestors believed needed to be kept entertained for world peace. Dancing today is still used for many of those types of expressions. Dance has been use...
Dec 08, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 149
After many years of licensing and streaming rights, the 2008 cartoon series The Spectacular Spider-Man, is not only available to stream on Netflix, but also on Disney+. That finally gives Blake a reason to force JJ to watch it, and allow an hour episode of Mouse House Weekly to exist all about the series. So in this week's episode, Blake and JJ are talking about the first season of arguably the best representation of Spider-Man ever. After talking about what they've done Disney lately, they jump...
Dec 01, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 148
Thanksgiving has some tasty movies to enjoy, especially if you have the Disney-owned streaming service, Hulu. This week Colby and Darrell set the table for you by doing mini reviews of 3 Thanksgiving films: Paul Blart Mall Cop, Son in Law, and You've Got Mail. They share some of their favorite moments of each film, fun behind the scenes facts, and whet your appetite so that you might just want to snack on one of them after your Thanksgiving Day feast! Connect with Mouse House Weekly: Facebook co...
Nov 23, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 147
Does Disney still hold the magic against Universal's updated parks? Bryce recounts his recent trip to Orlando where he spends one day at Disney and one day at Universal. How do the parks compare in the world or rising ticket prices and bigger and bigger rides? This discussion plus a huge drop of Disney news on this week's episode of Mouse House Weekly! Connect with Mouse House Weekly: Facebook community Twitter Instagram Golden Spiral Media Feedback Page...
Nov 17, 2022•48 min•Ep. 146
Throw out those pumpkins and hang those lights because Christmas time is here! No place has more spirit than Christmas in the Magic Kingdom. This week Ben and Erica jump in the podcasting sleigh and discuss two ways to experience Christmas in the Florida's original theme park. Bake some cookies, grab some hot cocoa, and cozy up to this week's episode! Connect with Mouse House Weekly: Facebook community Twitter Instagram Golden Spiral Media Feedback Page...
Nov 10, 2022•1 hr 3 min
