In this 91st episode, the #MODPOD welcomes back part time quasi cohost Upon a Star Jenn to talk about the parks closures due to current events, then some great ideas to keep the Disney magic alive while staying safe at home -- book recommendations, movies, craft, and video ideas.
Mar 20, 2020•34 min•Ep. 91
In this 90th episode, the #MODPOD starts the "Senses of Walt Disney World" series, kicking it off with the Sights of Walt Disney World, with Friend of the Show HeighHo Sarah. She joins the show from the top, as we discuss the Avengers Campus, the latest runDisney update, and Haunted Mansion's issues. Then, all of those things you love to see in Walt Disney World, from Peter Pan's London to the Contemporary Lobby to the Tower of Terror sightline. (recorded before the Disney parks closures)...
Mar 13, 2020•46 min•Ep. 90
In this 89th episode, the #MODPOD welcomes in new Friend of the Show Travel John Rogers to discuss all the magical planning tips you could want -- from what to pack, to what to consider if you are off property, to the mentality of going when its super busy or super hot. Plus, updates on Bob Chapek's first week as CEO and a new ride opens at Hollywood Studios.
Mar 06, 2020•51 min•Ep. 89
In this 88th episode, the #MODPOD tackles a long list of news stories and updates from Disney released in the last few days, including Halloween Tix on sale... a new dining plan... Spaceship Earth closing... runDisney available... the Cinderella's Castle glowup... Mickey's Runaway Railway opening... the Saga of The Bobs... and Chewbacca Mode... and who better to run through the news with than magical part time co-host Upon a Star Jenn!
Feb 28, 2020•53 min•Ep. 88
In this 87th episode, the #MODPOD brings on regular contributor and friend of the show Upon a Star Jenn to discuss a little Disneyland, a little California Adventure rumors, some Avatar, and then answering some common questions when it comes to planning for WDW -- when to go, Dining Plan, Memory Maker, Park Hopper, and a discussion on how to be a travel agent.
Feb 07, 2020•53 min•Ep. 87
In this 86th episode, the #MODPOD goes over a recent Disneyland visit, giving the Top 10 favorite memories and moments... Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind! Max from A Goofy Movie! The Lamplight! The... Howard Johnson? Plus, some news on Space 220, new Fastpass tiers in Hollywood, Nintendo World, and Pirates League closes shop.
Jan 31, 2020•48 min•Ep. 86
In this 85th episode, the #MODPOD finally wraps up the year long Good Bad & Magical series, this time taking a look at Hollywood Studios... including Mickey meet n greets, Star Wars Rise advice, Muppets, and much more!
Jan 24, 2020•53 min•Ep. 85
In this 84th episode, the #MODPOD does a big news and rumors round up, inviting on Upon a Star Jenn to discuss Epcot changes... Toy Story 4... Oscar noms... Free Dining promos... Disneyland Express... upcoming attractions... the cupcake crawl... and much more... plus the inside scoop riding Rise of the Resistance.
Jan 17, 2020•48 min•Ep. 84
In this 83rd episode, the #MODPOD features the first edition of Inside the Clamshell, where the show takes a deep dive into a classic Disney film... first up, The Santa Clause! And Magical Friend Clay Shaver joins the show to discuss all things Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold, Disney Live Action films, Santa's methods for getting around the world, and so much more.
Dec 23, 2019•59 min•Ep. 83
In this 82nd episode, the #MODPOD welcomes in host of the No Guilt Fangirl Podcast, the famous Fangirl Patty. First up, a discussion on some of the best non-Disney movies of 2019, then reviews of Frozen 2 and Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, then a look at all the stuff watched on Disney+ in the last few weeks, including The Mandalorian, ENCORE!, Imagineering, movies and other fun things.
Dec 13, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 82
In this 81st episode, the #MODPOD looks at the opening of Rise of the Resistance at Hollywood Studios... new films and new restaurants in Canada... Neil Patrick Harris at the Candlelight Processional... and then a trip report through the eyes of (almost) first time guest Kyle Price, aka, Jedi Kyle. Plus, how Tom Holland saved Spiderman!
Dec 06, 2019•59 min•Ep. 81
In this 80th episode, the #MODPOD invites Friend of the Show HeighHo Sarah to talk all things runDisney -- the trips, the marathons, the corrals, the arrivals, the how to, the what what and much more... plus, quick hits on the NBA Experience... Primeval Whirl's re-opening... and Magic Kingdom's morning magic gets magical-er.
Nov 22, 2019•38 min•Ep. 80
In this 79th episode, the #MODPOD is excited about Disney+, which begins streaming on November 12th. To share in the excitement and to preview what's to come, blogger and Disneyphile The Delightful Jenn Kaufman joins the show for a conversation about Marvel shows... solving the Muppets problem... missing the Disney Vault... catching a Goofy Movie... and much more
Nov 08, 2019•1 hr•Ep. 79
In this 78th episode, the #MODPOD celebrates Halloween with a full on bracket of Disney Villains! First, the news brings a Skyway Milestone... Disney changes the Star Wars names (Again)... Fuelrods go up... and the Villains event returns! And then, the show is joined by Matt & Susie from The ImagineEars Podcast to talk about the bad guys in the Disney movies and shows we love, whittling it down to one single Best Villain of Theme All.
Oct 31, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 78
In this 77th episode, the #MODPOD covers the news of the week like the Skyway reopening... upcoming refurbishments... Universal's Bourne identity... dining reservation changes... and a dude who lives the ultimate Challenge Dream... then, a history lesson on the anniversary of the founding of the Disney company!
Oct 18, 2019•27 min•Ep. 77
in this 76th episode, the #MODPOD takes a look at the Skyway gondola chaos over the weekend, plus the opening of the Enchanted Rose lounge at the Grand Floridian. Then, a conversation with singer/songwriter almost Grammy nominated Katrina Stone about her love of Disney and her new album -- plus an album sneak peak at the end of the show!
Oct 11, 2019•59 min•Ep. 76
In this 75th episode, the #MODPOD has some quick news bits, including the debut of Epcot Forever, the return of Early Morning Magic, the new Gondolas, and the stroller controversy. Then, HeighHo Sarah makes her first appearance on the show! She is fresh back from Disneyland Paris, and gives the scoop on the dining, the attractions, the costs, the castle, and much more!
Oct 03, 2019•38 min•Ep. 75
In this 74th episode, the #MODPOD talks Disney Cruise line new itineraries... Mickey taking the Path of the Jedi away... Plant based menus... Kevin Feige takes on a new galaxy... thoughts and theories on why attendance is down and Star Wars crowds have been lower than expected... and a full review on Be Our Guest restaurant for dinner
Sep 27, 2019•44 min•Ep. 74
In this 73rd episode, the #MODPOD laments the loss of live entertainment at Disney World... announces the new Tomorrowland sign... gives another gondola update... plays a snippet of Epcot Forever... and then takes a visit to Star Wars Galaxy's Edge, with reviews of Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run and Oga's Cantina.
Sep 19, 2019•39 min•Ep. 73
In this 72nd episode, the #MODPOD takes a look at Sept 11, 2001, and how the Disney parks handled the tragedy, from closing its Disney World doors to not opening at Disneyland. Also, Hurricane Dorian fallout, and the Festival of the Arts returns to Epcot.
Sep 13, 2019•20 min•Ep. 72
In this 71st episode, the #MODPOD looks at the final day of the D23 Expo, which includes the Parks & Resorts panel. Upon a Star Jenn joins the conversation all about Avengers Campus, the Star Wars resort, Disney Wish, new Target, and all the new things in Epcot.
Sep 06, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 71
In this 70th episode, the #MODPOD gives an overview of the major news in the first two days of the D23 Expo. Among things covered includes Lizzy McGuire, new Marvel series, new Disney animation, Pixar films, and Jeff Goldblum.
Aug 29, 2019•35 min•Ep. 70
In this 69th episode, the #MODPOD previews the upcoming D23 convention, with a roundtable discussion with special guests Upon a Star Jenn, J Kaufman, and Deucecast co-host Mikey Nipp and Dr Earl. Topics include predictions for the parks, for the movies, for Disney+ streaming and more. Plus, news on the Spider-Man rift between Sony and Disney
Aug 22, 2019•45 min•Ep. 69
In this 68th episode, the #MODPOD runs through the news, including Universal's Epic announcement, a new BBB location, College Gameday hits Main Street, and the NBA Experience at Disney Springs. Then Upon a Star Jenn makes her return to the MODPOD to talk about what happens when things go awry at The Most Magical Place on Earth -- Fastpass failure, entrance errors, dining disasters and Cast Members who just aren't magical.
Aug 15, 2019•42 min•Ep. 68
In this 67th episode, the MODPOD opens up with a non-spoiler LION KING movie review, followed by a lot of news -- gondolas, Star Wars info, new Halloween party info, Avengers beating Avatar and more. Then, a look at Disney's latest promo, Free Dining, and a deeper look at the Dining Plan.
Jul 25, 2019•40 min•Ep. 67
In this 66th episode, the #MODPOD has a long list of new items to cover, including new eats in the Japan Pavilion... Gran Destino Tower opens... Tomorrowland icon disappears... a new Disney Legend... the First Order stops marching... and an update on the Country Bear Jamboree.
Jul 11, 2019•22 min•Ep. 66
In this 65th episode, the #MODPOD jumps in with a spoiler free review of Spider-Man Homecoming... then discusses the extra footage of Avengers Endgame... news brings an update on Epcot closings... new casting for The Little Mermaid live action... and a slight censoring of Toy Story 2... then, the 2nd part of the interview with Richard & Sarah from Skywalking through Neverland, getting into more Good, Bad and Magical of Disneyland, with a Galaxy's Edge review.
Jul 04, 2019•54 min•Ep. 65
In this 64th episode, the #MODPOD gives a big review on Toy Story 4, then welcomes in Richard & Sarah, hosts of the huge Skywalking through Neverland podcast. The group breaks down The Good, The Bad, and The Magical of Disneyland Park, discussing their own Disney story, their love of Main Street, and rides they won't ride, all in Part ONE of this TWO part interview.
Jun 27, 2019•48 min•Ep. 64
in this 63rd episode, the #MODPOD jumps into some news, including an awesome AP preview and an awful AP price hike. Massive lines for Hagrid's Motorbike Adventure. And a character meal shows up at the newest DVC resort. Then, the MODPOD is joined by Matt and Susie of The ImagineEars podcast to discuss all the future news for Disney, including Star Wars, Tron, Mickey's Runaway Railway, new restaurants, new resorts, and lamenting the Great Movie Ride
Jun 20, 2019•1 hr 10 min
In this 62nd episode, the #MODPOD starts with some D23 announcements... Animation returning... and a shocking Volcano Bay tidbit... then Jennifer Kaufman calls in to discuss all things Animal Kingdom, including attractions, shows, experiences, and even a look at Animal Kingdom Lodge. Plus some upcoming guest announcements!
Jun 13, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 62