In this 61st episode, the #MODPOD addresses some rumors... iTunes untimely death... new 2020 pricing... a full, non-spoilery Aladdin review (hint: loved it) and finally, the grand opening dedication of Star Wars Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland.
Jun 06, 2019•36 min•Ep. 61
In this 60th episode, the #MODPOD has its final Monday episode (for a while, anyway) and talks a little about family, including the Walt Disney quote "You should never neglect your family for business"
Jun 03, 2019•5 min•Ep. 60
In this 59th episode, the #MODPOD laments Soarin over California, celebrates corn dog nuggets, and is excited for an Animal Kingdom Christmas. Then, six ways to survive and thrive in the brutal Florida heat this summer at Walt Disney World
May 30, 2019•28 min•Ep. 59
In this 58th episode, the #MODPOD tackles a Walt Disney quote about adapting and moving forward.
May 27, 2019•7 min•Ep. 58
In this 57th episode, the MODPOD reports from Orlando for a conference weekend. First the scoop on mobile ordering and new Magic Bands, and a list of the newly announced Disney Legends. Then a review of the Magic Kingdom After Hours event, a look at Embassy Suites in Orlando, a quick bar hop in Disney Springs and a defense of the All Star resorts.
May 23, 2019•33 min•Ep. 57
In this 56th episode, the #MODPOD reports from Disneyland... or at least, tells some stories from Disneyland, including a phone scare and a sketch taxi... World of Color... Walking in Walt's Footsteps review... A Anaheim Hotel glance... Meeting Marvel Superheroes... a look at Guardians of the Galaxy Mission Breakout and even more.
May 16, 2019•37 min•Ep. 56
In this 55th episode, the #MODPOD is back from Disneyland with a short show while it's host is trying to catch up on sleep! A few quick new stories on Star Wars Galaxy's Edge's upcoming queue system, Disney's movie schedule released through 2027, and the new updates to Magic Bands.
May 10, 2019•18 min•Ep. 55
In this 54th episode, the #MODPOD gives full appreciation to Walt Disney and Disneyland and the history the theme park holds
May 07, 2019•5 min•Ep. 54
In this 53rd episode, the #MODPOD welcomes back friend of the show Upon a Star Jenn to talk all things Epcot! First up, a quick look at the new Hollywood Studios logo, then a quick Avengers chat, and then onto Epcot -- the good, the bad, and the magical in each part of the park. Lamenting the Dreamfinder, Nemo's bad behavior, missing Lt Dan, and all the food!
May 02, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 53
In this 52nd episode, the #MODPOD declares Monday a "Magic Monday" and does a SPOILER FREE review of the new Avengers Endgame flick
Apr 29, 2019•7 min•Ep. 52
In this 51st episode, the #MODPOD gives a run down of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, from The Incredible Hulk to all the Iron Mans to all the Thors to all the Captain American to both Guardians to every other movie in between, including Infinity War and Captain Marvel. All to prepare you for Endgame... plus, a list of 10 essential MCU films to see.
Apr 25, 2019•36 min•Ep. 51
In this 50th episode, the #MODPOD tackles the quote "Life is composed of light and shadows, and we would be untruthful, insincere, and saccharine if we tried to pretend there were no shadows", and explains why its ok to be imperfect.
Apr 22, 2019•6 min•Ep. 50
In this 49th episode, the #MODPOD gives news and opinions on a wide plethora of subjects, including more Skyway Gondola News... Ticket Centers & Guest Teams... Hagrid's Magical Creatures... Bob Iger's future... Beauty & the Bar... and then, some soundbites from Star Wars Celebration about Galaxy's Edge, and finally, a rundown of the Disney+ lineup.
Apr 18, 2019•32 min•Ep. 49
In this 48th episode, the #MODPOD reports with glee that the new Star Wars trailer is out, and reminds you that it's okay to be 12 years old sometimes.
Apr 15, 2019•5 min•Ep. 48
In this 47th episode, the #MODPOD does a Disney news update, with info on the 2019 Christmas Party... the Epcot Food & Wine Festival... *Breaking News* on IllumiNations closing dates... Disney Sounds!... and a review of the new Disney film "Dumbo"
Apr 11, 2019•30 min•Ep. 47
In this 46th episode, the #MODPOD talks about the Walt Disney quote, "Fantasy and reality often overlap" and how it can help you remember to not stress over the smaller things you face.
Apr 08, 2019•6 min•Ep. 46
In this 45th episode, the #MODPOD has a plethora of Disney news, including the new policy regarding wagons, strollers and smoking in the parks. Plus the new after hours events and Magic Kingdom villain events... and a few personal stories about drying woes and a Cast Member who made incredible magic on the trip.
Apr 04, 2019•39 min•Ep. 45
In this 44th episode, the #MODPOD talks about the Walt Disney quote "Why worry? If you've done the very best you can, worrying won't make it any better", and why we shouldn't worry about things we cannot control.
Apr 01, 2019•6 min•Ep. 44
In this 43rd episode, the #MODPOD gets Magical Friend of the Show, co-host of the Divas Dish Diz podcast Jennifer Novotny on the show, and Dave and Jenn talk about everything from the Star Wars announcement to Timothy Dalton playing a stuffed porcupine in Toy Story 3!
Mar 28, 2019•46 min•Ep. 43
In this 42nd episode, the #MODPOD talks about what happens when you are kicked in the teeth -- the opportunity it may provide. And what happened when Walt Disney was kicked in the teeth way back long ago.
Mar 25, 2019•5 min•Ep. 42
In this 41st episode, the #MODPOD invites WDW Today podcast co-host, author, speaker & conference putter onner Terry Weaver to the show. The discussion goes wide and long, from Terry's book, "Making Elephants Fly" and The Thing Live conference, to what's good, what's bad, and what's magical in each of the Magic Kingdom lands!
Mar 21, 2019•1 hr 7 min
in this 40th episode, the #MODPOD reminds you that this week, in whatever you are doing, do your best. And that's a directive from Walt himself. And go be awesome.
Mar 18, 2019•5 min
In this 39th episode, the #MODPOD jumps right in with Star Wars Galaxy's Edge release date... plus some other news with Disney + streaming service... Disney & Fox nearing merger completion... and ticket prices go up.. plus Disney history, with some attractions celebrating anniversaries... and then a quick review of the last 5 or 6 Disney films, including Ant-Man & the Wasp, The Nutcracker & the Four Realms and the just released Captain Marvel.
Mar 14, 2019•40 min
In this 38th episode, the #MODPOD starts your week with some Walt driven encouragement, this time reminding you that yes, you are unique, and that the cycle of comparison, while common, isn't something you want to deal with. A shout out to The Rock, and a charge to Be Awesome!
Mar 11, 2019•5 min•Ep. 38
In this 37th episode, the #MODPOD takes a look at more of Epcot's refurb... the skyliner gondola opening soon... Disney Cruise Line headed to Greece... and then a plethora of Star Wars Galaxy's Edge reveals, including light sabers, attractions, Star Destroyers, John Williams, food and drinks and much more.
Mar 07, 2019•32 min
In this 36th episode, the #MODPOD starts a new Monday series by taking a Walt Disney quote and setting it up as an encouragement to start your week!
Mar 04, 2019•4 min•Ep. 36
In this 35th episode, the #MODPOD makes it's triumphant return... where has the show been? What's this about a new Boutique? Why should you bring a dress? Does Universal have a new ride, and what do will call it? How did Disney do at the Oscars? And then, what is coming for Epcot's new refurbishment, from entrances to Guardians. And to close the show, a special announcement about something upcoming that is super cool!
Feb 28, 2019•34 min
In this 34th episode, the #MODPOD tackles the most important issues, like describing the lobby areas of the Grand Floridian, the Polynesian & The Contemporary! Because this podcast is into hard hitting news! Another Disney/Fox update, the openings of Pixar Pier and Toy Story Land, and no more pets at Walt Disney World. A look the anniversary of Boardwalk and Grand Flo, and then a handful of tips to survive the crowds and heat on July 4th at Epcot and Magic Kingdom
Jun 28, 2018•32 min
In this 33rd episode, the #MODPOD discusses food at Pixar Pier and Toy Story Land... the exit of John Lasseter... the latest on Disney/Fox... a look at this historic week in Disney movie releases, including The Parent Trap (Hayley Mills!), Roger Rabbit, Lion King and more... and a (non spoiler) review of Incredibles 2
Jun 22, 2018•39 min
In this 32nd episode, the #MODPOD talks about the Magic City Con, last minute set-ups, monorail woes, Avatar glamping, trailers for Wreck It Ralph 2 and Dumbo, and 2019 pricing... Disney history looks at 1959 major attraction openings, Cars Land, Atlantis and Toy Story 3... and then a deep dive into Disney's attempts to buy the Fox assets, Comcast's counter bids, the set up, why it's important and what it might mean for the future.
Jun 14, 2018•43 min