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Composers Datebook'To be Certain of the Dawn' by Stephen PaulusSynopsisOn today’s date in 2005, the chancel of the Basilica of St. Mary in Minneapolis was transformed into a performance stage for vocal soloists, choirs, and the Minnesota Orchestra led by Osmo Vänksä.The occasion was the world premiere performance of a new oratorio, To Be Certain of the Dawn, featuring music by American composer Stephen Paulus and a text by British-born poet Michael Dennis Browne. The Basilica had commissioned the oratorio as a gift to Temple Israel in Minneapolis in commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi...
2025-11-1702 min
This Week in WaukeshaEpisode 72 – Waukesha Stands Up – Pt. 2On this episode of This Week in Waukesha, Don is joined by Dawn Lawien and Neal George, who are members of the up-and-coming Waukesha Resist movement. Waukesha Resist is a grassroots, non-partisan group made up of engaged citizens who are focused on peaceful demonstrations, in an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere, to resist the corruption and dismantling of our democratic principles.
2025-10-0320 minThis Week in WaukeshaEpisode 72 – Waukesha Stands Up – Pt. 2On this episode of This Week in Waukesha, Don is joined by Dawn Lawien and Neal George, who are members of the up-and-coming Waukesha Resist movement. Waukesha Resist is a grassroots, non-partisan group made up of engaged citizens who are focused on peaceful demonstrations, in an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere, to resist the corruption and dismantling of our democratic principles.
2025-10-0320 minThis Week in WaukeshaEpisode 71 – Waukesha Stands Up – Pt. 1On this episode of This Week in Waukesha, Don is joined by Dawn Lawien and Neal George, who are members of the up-and-coming Waukesha Resist movement. Waukesha Resist is a grassroots, non-partisan group made up of engaged citizens who are focused on peaceful demonstrations, in an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere, to resist the corruption and dismantling of our democratic principles.
2025-10-0320 minThis Week in WaukeshaEpisode 71 – Waukesha Stands Up – Pt. 1On this episode of This Week in Waukesha, Don is joined by Dawn Lawien and Neal George, who are members of the up-and-coming Waukesha Resist movement. Waukesha Resist is a grassroots, non-partisan group made up of engaged citizens who are focused on peaceful demonstrations, in an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere, to resist the corruption and dismantling of our democratic principles.
2025-10-0320 min
Dark Dialogue Podcast NetworkDark Dialogue: Heather Dawn Church Part 4: The Killer Who Counted on SilenceHeather Dawn Church’s story shattered the silence—and exposed the chilling truth about one of America’s most calculating killers.
In this final installment of The Forest Kept Her Silence, we confront Robert Charles Browne—the drifter whose fingerprint ended Heather’s case and whose later confessions claimed up to 48 more murders across nine states. Was he telling the truth, or was it the ultimate manipulation?
Join John and Angela as they unravel Browne’s arrest, his cold and methodical confession, and the disturbing letters that taunted investigators. Hear how Detective Lou Smit and Sheriff John...
2025-08-211h 21
Dark DialogueHeather Dawn Church Part 4: The Killer Who Counted on SilenceHeather Dawn Church’s story shattered the silence—and exposed the chilling truth about one of America’s most calculating killers.
In this final installment of The Forest Kept Her Silence, we confront Robert Charles Browne—the drifter whose fingerprint ended Heather’s case and whose later confessions claimed up to 48 more murders across nine states. Was he telling the truth, or was it the ultimate manipulation?
Join John and Angela as they unravel Browne’s arrest, his cold and methodical confession, and the disturbing letters that taunted investigators. Hear how Detective Lou Smit and Sheriff John...
2025-08-211h 21Dark Dialogue Podcast NetworkDark Dialogue: Heather Dawn Church Part 3: The Fingerprint in the SilenceWhen Heather Dawn Church disappeared from her Black Forest, Colorado home in 1991, the trail went cold—until legendary detective Lou Smit stepped in. In The Fingerprint in the Silence, John and Angela take you inside Smit’s methodical, victim-first approach that transformed an overlooked piece of evidence into a game-changing arrest.
From his early days solving some of Colorado’s toughest murders—including the infamous Karen Grammer case—to his faith-driven commitment to justice, Lou Smit brought a rare blend of skill, patience, and empathy to every investigation. In this episode, you’ll hear how a single latent finge...
2025-08-151h 01Dark DialogueHeather Dawn Church Part 3: The Fingerprint in the SilenceWhen Heather Dawn Church disappeared from her Black Forest, Colorado home in 1991, the trail went cold—until legendary detective Lou Smit stepped in. In The Fingerprint in the Silence, John and Angela take you inside Smit’s methodical, victim-first approach that transformed an overlooked piece of evidence into a game-changing arrest.
From his early days solving some of Colorado’s toughest murders—including the infamous Karen Grammer case—to his faith-driven commitment to justice, Lou Smit brought a rare blend of skill, patience, and empathy to every investigation. In this episode, you’ll hear how a single latent finge...
2025-08-151h 01
Próxima paradaGreg Allman & Jackson Browne, Beth Hart & Jeff Beck - 07-08-25Little Village "Big love" - John Hiatt "Have a little faith in me" - Gregg Allman & Jackson Brown "Song for Adam" - Paul Weller "Rip the pages up" - Lady Blackbird "Feel it comin" - The Jazz Defenders "Perfectly imperfect" - Beth Hart & Jeff Beck "I'd rather go blind" - Walter Trout "Waiting for the dawn" - The Velvet Underground "Rock & roll" - Pops Staples "World in motion" - Malene Mortensen "Another day"
2025-08-071h 01
Music Maps Podcast66 - Greenwich Village & Bob Dylan with Rolling Stone's David BrowneThis week we welcome David Browne, a senior writer at Rolling Stone, to talk about his book Talkin' Greenwich Village & to explore the musical history of Greenwich Village from its heyday in the 50s & early 1960s through to it's decline in the 80s. Many of the areas venues were originally jazz venues hosting the likes of Billie Holiday, John Coltrane & Charles Mingus & many legendary venues appear in Greenwich Village at the dawn of the 60s including the Village Vanguard, Gerde's Folk City, The Folklore Centre, We touch on the likes of Peter, Paul...
2025-05-311h 28Music Maps Podcast66 - Greenwich Village & Bob Dylan with Rolling Stone's David BrowneThis week we welcome David Browne, a senior writer at Rolling Stone, to talk about his book Talkin' Greenwich Village & to explore the musical history of Greenwich Village from its heyday in the 50s & early 1960s through to it's decline in the 80s. Many of the areas venues were originally jazz venues hosting the likes of Billie Holiday, John Coltrane & Charles Mingus & many legendary venues appear in Greenwich Village at the dawn of the 60s including the Village Vanguard, Gerde's Folk City, The Folklore Centre, We touch on the likes of Peter, Paul...
2025-05-311h 28
Decoding the GurusMichael Shellenberger: Conspiratorial PropagandaIn this episode, Matt and Chris pour themselves a stiff drink and slip into the fever‑dream crossover of Jordan Peterson and Michael Shellenberger, a conversation that opens with the claim that Western Europe is now the single greatest threat to free speech; yes, croissants and GDPR apparently out‑authoritarian China and Russia. According to Shellenberger, we can now rest safe as free speech has been restored and “America Is Back!” thanks to God-Emperor Trump and the living avatar of honest utterance, Elon 'Horus' Musk.Our hosts marvel as Shellenberger insists USAID is a rogue soft‑power leviathan that s...
2025-04-192h 07
Monorail Tales: A Disney Fan PodcastMTP 420: The 2025 DCP Alumni Homecoming Event with Dawn and KatieJoin us as Steve and Sheila welcome back good friends, Dawn and Katie from the Main and Magic Podcast, to share their experience attending the 2025 Disney College Program Alumni Homecoming event. From early in the morning to late at night, they both made sure that this trip would be filled with magical moments. Besides the planned activities that Disney put on for the event, they were also able to spend a day in the parks as well as have a professional photo shoot on the evening of the semi-formal. Here are Katie and Dawn's links th...
2025-03-112h 00
It's A PrivilegePrivilege of Poverty (Part 1 of 3): Collision of Wealth and Poverty w/ Jim OttWhat happens when the worlds of privilege and poverty collide? In this illuminating episode of "It's a Privilege," host Jason Browne is joined by co-hosts Dawn Rosenbaum, a non-binary healthcare professional and improv director, and Brandon Rhodes, a gamer, improviser, and DEI director at Happy Valley Improv, to delve deep into the intricate relationship between poverty and privilege.Our special guest is Jim Ott, a seasoned school psychologist with over 35 years of experience who leads community workshops called Bridges Out of Poverty. Jim...
2024-10-1142 min
It’s A PrivilegePrivilege of Poverty (Part 1 of 3): Collision of Wealth and Poverty w/ Jim OttWhat happens when the worlds of privilege and poverty collide?
In this illuminating episode of "It's a Privilege," host Jason Browne is joined by co-hosts Dawn Rosenbaum, a non-binary healthcare professional and improv director, and Brandon Rhodes, a gamer, improviser, and DEI director at Happy Valley Improv, to delve deep into the intricate relationship between poverty and privilege.
Our special guest is Jim Ott, a seasoned school psychologist with over 35 years of experience who leads community workshops called Bridges Out of Poverty. Jim shares his transformative journey from growing up comfortably in a predominantly white town in...
2024-10-1142 min
It’s A PrivilegePrivilege of Travel (Part 3 of 3): When is travel is a waste of time?Is all travel truly worth your time, or are certain trips just a waste? On this episode of It's a Privilege, we confront this provocative question by examining how personal preferences, familiarity, safety, and companionship shape our travel experiences. Joined by insightful guests James Tierney and Dawn Rosenbaum, we explore the notion of acting as ambassadors to new places and how sharing experiences can significantly enhance our journeys. We also tackle the comforts of guided tours versus the anxieties of unstructured exploration, ultimately reflecting on the profound connections and shared moments that make travel truly memorable.
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2024-09-0714 min
It's A PrivilegePrivilege of Travel (Part 3 of 3): When is travel is a waste of time?Is all travel truly worth your time, or are certain trips just a waste? On this episode of It's a Privilege, we confront this provocative question by examining how personal preferences, familiarity, safety, and companionship shape our travel experiences. Joined by insightful guests James Tierney and Dawn Rosenbaum, we explore the notion of acting as ambassadors to new places and how sharing experiences can significantly enhance our journeys. We also tackle the comforts of guided tours versus the anxieties of unstructured exploration, ultimately reflecting on the profound connections and shared moments that make travel truly memorable.Additionally...
2024-09-0614 min
Sanity Sessions: Real TalkSesh 6.7-Rising from the Shadows feat. Dr. Heather Browne: A Daughter's Journey through Suicide Loss and Post-Traumatic GrowthWhat's going on Real Talk Gang!! We are back with another episode in season 6! With us in this episode, Ted-X speaker and author of Speaking with the Heart, Dr. Heather Browne tells a amazing story of pain, healing and post-traumatic growth as a child of a mother suffering from Schizophrenia. Follow Dr. Browne on FB at Dr. Heather BrowneOn IG: @dr.heatherbrowneThank you for listening and downloading!Top 50 African American Podcasts-Feedspot.comFollow Dr. Dawn on IG: @drdawnonthereal and join our broadcast channelWebsites: www.onepps.com ww...
2024-09-0338 min
It's A PrivilegePrivilege of Travel (Part 2 of 3): Unpacking the JourneyThis episode of 'It's a Privilege' podcast is part two in a discussion on the privilege of travel, featuring guests Peter Teehan and John Ockenfels, both aviation enthusiasts and Rotarians working to end polio. The hosts, Jason, Dawn, and James, dive into the nuances of the privilege of travel, discussing the guests' experiences flying around the world, the impacts of cultural encounters, and the challenges and rewards of travel. The conversation also touches on the role of identity and safety in travel, differences in travel experiences, and the ways travel can expand perspectives. The episode concludes with a...
2024-08-3050 min
It’s A PrivilegePrivilege of Travel (Part 2 of 3): Unpacking the JourneyThis episode of 'It's a Privilege' podcast is part two in a discussion on the privilege of travel, featuring guests Peter Teehan and John Ockenfels, both aviation enthusiasts and Rotarians working to end polio. The hosts, Jason, Dawn, and James, dive into the nuances of the privilege of travel, discussing the guests' experiences flying around the world, the impacts of cultural encounters, and the challenges and rewards of travel.
The conversation also touches on the role of identity and safety in travel, differences in travel experiences, and the ways travel can expand perspectives. The episode concludes with a...
2024-08-2950 min
It's A PrivilegePrivilege of Travel (Part 1 of 3): Flight to End Polio In this episode of 'It's a Privilege' podcast, the hosts and two special guests, Peter Tien and John Ockenfels, explore the privilege of travel. Alongside hosts James Tierney and Don Rosenbaum, they discuss personal experiences with travel and its connection to privilege. The segment delves into how travel influences empathy and social perceptions. The episode then transitions to an in-depth discussion with Peter and John, who undertook a global flight, known as the "Flight to End Polio," to raise awareness for polio. They share riveting stories about their journey, the adversities faced, and the ultimate success of th...
2024-08-2335 min
Sharing the MagicEpisode 51: Debby Dane BrowneOn this week's episode we had the absolute pleasure to chat with the very FIRST Walt Disney World Ambassador, Debby Dane Browne! Debby shared amazing stories from her time serving as the face of Walt Disney World and we honestly can not wait to have her back for another episode (yes, we'll remember our jammies this time ha)! DISCLAIMER: We are not an affiliate of the Walt Disney Company nor do we speak for the brand or the company. Any and all Disney-owned audio, characters, and likenesses are their property and theirs alone.
2024-07-031h 01
the HRD talksDawn Browne, People & Talent Director at Fuller'sIn this episode Dawn Browne, People and Talent Director at Fuller’s talks to Nic as the podcast goes on tour, recording from the Hercules pub in central London!Dawn shares her career journey, having never intended to work in HR, starting out at British Airways, joining Quantas, then Compass Group, before joining Fuller’s 12 years ago. Nic asks Dawn about the leadership lessons she learned working with baggage handlers and cabin crew!Dawn talks about how she fell in love with Fuller’s as a business and progressed to the role of People and Talent...
2024-05-1638 min
Main and Magic Podcast#56 - Katie's Disneyland Trip ReportDisneyland is the OG Disney theme park and has ascended to the level of a pilgrimage site for many ultra Disney and theme park fans. In this episode Katie joins me to discuss her summer 2023 trip to Disneyland Resort, which included a stay at Disney’s Grand Californian.
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2024-05-021h 56
#EdInfluenceS03 – E07 with Dawn Haywood.Dawn Haywood is Chief Executive Officer of Windsor Academy Trust and sits on the DfE Priority Education Investment Area Local Partnership Boards for both Sandwell and Walsall. She is also a member of the Confederation of School Trusts (CST) Inquiry focused on how School Trusts drive school improvement. Let us know what you think of this episode - drop us a message and connect via LinkedIn.
2024-02-0444 min
Dear Little Me207. What Am I Subconsciously Choosing For Myself?Dr Heather Browne's Mom was magical, exquisite, cultured, and a joy to be around. However, amidst the beauty, Heather's mother struggled with schizophrenia. Heather's childhood unfolded in the magical realm her mother created, offering Heather a unique perspective on the fluidity of our sense of reality and the profound influence we hold over our own perceptions. Today, Heather is renowned as the Reframe Queen of Orange County, encouraging us to introspectively connect with questions like 'What am I thinking?' 'What am I choosing?' and 'Why am I choosing this?' These inquiries ultimately lead to a pivotal...
2023-12-1325 min
Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James AcasterEp 216: Dawn French (Christmas Special)Yuletide greetings to all! We’re back in national tredge territory for our first Christmas special of the year, as we welcome Dawn French to the Dream Restaurant.Dawn French’s new book ‘The Twat Files’ is out now, published by Penguin. Buy it here. Follow Dawn on Instagram @dawnrfrench and Twitter @Dawn_French Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design) and Amy Browne (illustrations).Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.And go to our webs...
2023-12-131h 17Dear Little Me164. How To Love Your Life After Loss And GriefSelf loveOn The HEAL BLOG this week don't miss Five Steps To Break Free Of Generational Family Patterns Dr Heather Browne's Mom had Schizophrenia. She was a truly magical woman, but she was also deeply unable to cope. Heather cared for her Mom in a way nobody else could, and when Heather's Mom took her own life, Heather was hurting and in such deep pain, she knew she needed to find the strength to move on, she just needed to figure out how. It was dark times and i...
2023-06-261h 14
4-Quarter LivesDawn Browne: FULLERS - A Company that Thrives on Generational BalanceIn this week’s episode of 4-Quarter Lives, Avivah Wittenberg-Cox talks with Dawn Browne. Dawn is the People & Talent Director of Fuller’s, a hospitality company that runs some 200 hundred pubs and restaurants in the UK, across London and Hampshire, and employs 5,000 people. In today’s talent-strapped Britain, Fuller’s has been running contrary to the ageism many people accuse companies of. They have been going out to recruit older workers, and wooing them with flexibility and benefits. Recently they announced a new partnership with Rest Less, a digital community and advocate for people aged over 50, with a view to attra...
2023-02-2232 minMain and Magic Podcast#55 - Favorite Disney SmellsDisney tries to elicit emotions utilizing all of our senses, and in this episode we discuss Disney smells. We share all the scents that stand out to us from the whimsically sweet to the delightfully weird. We ponder how nostalgia plays a roll in the smells we most associate with Disney and the story they tell in place making.
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2022-12-081h 32Main and Magic Podcast#54 - Celebrating 40 Years of Epcot with Ryan RitcheyIn this episode I talk with director and producer of After the Fair: The Legacy of the 1964-65 New York World's Fair, Ryan Ritchey about Epcot's 40 year history. We discuss the effect of worlds fairs on Epcot's design, Epcot purism, if Epcot had a golden age, and more.
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2022-11-091h 34Main and Magic Podcast#53 - Top 5 Most Evil Disney Animated VillainsIn this episode we discuss our top 5 most evil Disney animated villains AND we both share our pick for the MOST villainous. We also reflect on how their evil deeds are mirrored in our own world and what we might learn from them.
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2022-10-261h 03Main and Magic Podcast#52 - Split Stays at Walt Disney WorldKatie joins me to talk about split stays at Walt Disney World. We break down what they are, why you might want to do one and how to do one. Plus we share the pros and cons, and tips for getting the most out of your stays.
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2022-10-121h 24Main and Magic Podcast#51 - Adventures by Disney Costa Rica Trip Report with Katie FisherKatie joins me for a detailed report on her Adventures by Disney trip to Costa Rica. We discuss her pre-trip planning including preparing documents and special items she purchase for the trip. We also cover her day by day itinerary from a real life jungle cruise to white water rafting, and she shares some post trip reflections on memories and friendships made.
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2022-09-222h 37Main and Magic Podcast#50 - Consequential Moments in Walt Disney World HistoryIn this episode I'm joined by Katie and returning guest, my Dad! to celebrate our 50th episode with a look back at the consequential moments in Walt Disney World's 50 year history. We each choose one event from each decade, from the 1970s to present day, that we feel made a remarkable impact on the Walt Disney World Resort.
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2022-09-011h 25Main and Magic Podcast#49 - Theme Park Trivia Show with Ryan RitcheyKatie and I chat with Ryan Ritchey, host of the theme park trivia show. We learn about the origins and inspiration for the show, how he comes up with the super fun categories and where he finds the trivia questions. We also spend some time discussing the current state of the Disney Parks and get insight on his love for the now extinct Horizons attraction.
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2022-08-101h 12Main and Magic Podcast#48 - Summer News UpdateIn this episode Katie and I discuss recent Disney news from around the world including returning favorites at Walt Disney World, closings and travel deals for Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line's new ship and more. In the second half of the episode we spill tea and opinions on the Bob Chapek issue and a Disney College Program issue that still has our minds racing.
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2022-07-271h 10Main and Magic Podcast#47 - Disney Roles We’d Like to Follow for a DayIn this episode Katie and I discuss the top 5 Disney roles we'd like to follow for a day. If you could follow someone from any profession under the Disney umbrella, what would you pick and what would you want to know about that role? With so many career options spanning the company, we share our picks and our reasoning behind our choices.
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2022-07-131h 13
HysteriaWe Ride at Dawn w. Sen. Kirsten GillibrandErin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk to Senator Kirsten Gillibrand about the realities and battles of a post-Roe America. Next, in News, Erin and Alyssa dive into the different responses — from Democrats, from the GOP, from the states — to the overturning of abortion rights. Then, they’re joined by Charlie Jane Anders and Annalee Newitz to talk about the power of imagining different realities through science fiction while we live in an increasingly dystopian society, and why queer and other marginalized people are so good at writing them. Finally, finding joy in Sanity Corner.Show NotesOur...
2022-06-301h 24
Today in DanceJune 29Happy Birthday Fred Kelly, Henning Kronstam, and Leslie Browne!
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2022-06-2904 minMain and Magic Podcast#46 - Lilo and Stitch - A Deep Dive Film Analysis - Part 2In this episode Katie and I continue our deep dive into the Walt Disney Animation feature film Lilo and Stitch. We dig into how the film deals with grief head on and Katie shares a Cobra Bubbles conspiracy theory. We also discuss the major scene that had to be reanimated after the 9/11 attacks, the attention to detail in animating the hula sequence and how Walt Disney World tourists ended up in the film.
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2022-06-271h 18Main and Magic Podcast#45 - Lilo and Stitch - A Deep Dive Film Analysis - Part 1In this episode Katie and I travel to quadrant 17, sector 005, area 51 to a planet called E-arth to do a deep dive into the Walt Disney Animation feature film Lilo and Stitch. We discuss the history of the film from initial idea to the exact location at Walt Disney World where it was given the green light over, of all things, sushi. We dig into the unique art style that was used and who the background painters called in for help, plus we analyze our favorite characters and the role the theme of ohana played in driving the story.
2022-06-231h 05Main and Magic Podcast#44 - Walt Disney World Virtual Scavenger HuntIn this episode Katie and our friend Ric from the Monorail Tales Podcast compete in a virtual scavenger hunt around Walt Disney World using clues from the Main Street 16 Challenge event weekend. It's a faceoff of epic proportions, and a few long silences, and at least one supposed hot take.
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2022-06-0845 minMain and Magic Podcast#43 - Main Street 16 Challenge RecapKatie and I sit down with Jeremy Stein and Gary Fernando to talk about their experience organizing the Main Street 16 Challenge, a 16 attraction race through Walt Disney World that helped raise over $11,000 for Give Kids the World. We talk about how the event came to be and how the weekend unfolded AND we announce the dates for the next challenge happening in 2023!
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2022-05-261h 18
Meet in the MiddleStriving for Better Mental HealthRev Dawn Lynn Check speaks with Sarah Jeanne Browne, a mental health advocate and Forbes writer. Browne shares her journey with mental illness and shines a light on the stigmas surrounding mental health.
2022-05-2331 minMain and Magic Podcast#42 - Ways to Spoil Mom on a Disney VacationMother's Day is here! And we wanted to share some ideas for ways to surprise, delight, pamper, excite, adventure and gift the mom figures in your life while vacationing at a Disney property. We share ideas that cover all kinds of personalities whether you mom figure is a foodie, gardening hobbyist, animal lover, queen of posh and pamper, adventure seeker, artist and beyond.
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2022-05-0757 minMain and Magic Podcast#41 - Re-Imagining Animation Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood StudiosGrab your Imagineering hardhats and join us as we re-imagine a neglected corner of Disney's Hollywood Studios, Animation Courtyard. We philosophize about the direction we each take to bring new life to this area before taking a deep dive on our plans for new attractions, restaurants and shops.
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2022-04-261h 16Main and Magic Podcast#40 - Cast Member Stories Series - Interview with WDW College Program Alumni and Yacht Club to Diamond Mine Author Conor Brown - Part 2In this episode I continue my conversation with author and WDW Opinion podcaster Conor Brown. We discuss his book Yacht Club to Diamond Mine: My Journey to Working at one of Walt Disney World's Most Popular Attractions and the process he used to write it. We chat about a hard lesson he included, plus how he got started in podcasting. This is part 2 of a two part episode.
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2022-04-1242 minMain and Magic Podcast#39 - Cast Member Stories Series - Interview with Walt Disney World College Program Alumni and WDW Opinion Host Conor Brown - Part 1I sit down with Disney College Program alumni, author and WDW Opinion podcast host Conor Brown to talk about his two distinctly different Disney College Program roles and what, or rather who, inspired him to work for the Walt Disney Company. We talk guest stories, how he ended up on a backstage tour of the Haunted Mansion, and his best advice to anyone preparing for their own college program. This is part 1 of a two part episode.
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2022-04-051h 10Main and Magic Podcast#38 - Katie’s Walt Disney World Trip ReportIn this episode we get an epic trip report from Katie's 11 night stay at Walt Disney World. She shares her experience of a triple split stay and navigating crowds with Genie+. We also talk about her first dining experience at Space 220, how she got to touch a rhino at Disney's Animal Kingdom and a unique way to watch the Magic Kingdom fireworks. It was a trip filled with many firsts and big surprise.
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2022-03-221h 53
What She Said!Canada's Broken Divorce System, Woman in the Lead, Tax Season Is Here, and Indigenous LiteratureAndrea Horwath, leader of the Ontario New Democratic Party. Andrea joins me to discuss the issues that truly matter, no matter where you live. Child Care, education, women in the workforce and health care. Calm and measured, Andrea is worth listening to no matter where you sit on the political spectrum.
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2022-03-0457 min
Totally Legitimate Podcast (TLP)TLP Episode 3: (Jordan Browne) From Russia with AngstIn this episode an old friend by the name of Jordan Browne fills us in on the current political crisis in Ukraine, the happening of Child Fame alongside new HBO Shows, and generally gives insight into the current youthful thought process. Join just three members this week as Jack is currently under the weather for a surprising yet enjoyable ride through pop culture, newly emerging trends, and the dangers of allowing money to get to one's head. All culminating in a larger discussion about the health of the nation, this episode while the shortest on record, certainly provides far...
2022-02-2842 minMain and Magic Podcast#37 - Disney News RantIn this episode I share news, and insert commentary, about whats coming to Walt Disney World and Disneyland, the Walt Disney Company's latest investors call, and highlights from an international park.
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2022-02-2752 minMain and Magic Podcast#36 - Moana - A Deep Dive Film AnalysisIn this episode we venture out past the reef to do a deep dive into the Walt Disney Studios Production film Moana! We discuss how the creators conducted research for the film and how the history and mythologies of the South Pacific play into the storyline. We also analyze some of our favorite characters, songs and artistic details AND we dig into some compelling fan theories that suggest Moana might have died on her journey or been elevated to a demi-god! And as a bonus, Katie tells us about the meaning of a chicken.
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2022-02-171h 35Main and Magic Podcast#35 - Disney Parks and Resorts ChallengesIn this episode Katie and I discuss Disney Parks and Resort challenges. Many of the Disney theme parks and resorts have official scavenger hunts or games they offer to guests. But Disney fans are a creative bunch and over the years some fan created challenges have become a popular part of the theme park enthusiast lexicon. The fun thing is, a lot of these challenges apply to any Disney park worldwide! Tune in as we discuss official and unofficial challenges you might want to add to your next trip.
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2022-02-0154 minMain and Magic Podcast#34 - What Month Should You Go to Walt Disney World?In this episode Katie and I discuss one of the most asked questions about Walt Disney World trip planning...when is the best time to go? We talk about all the factors you'll need to consider to choose the time that'll work best for the trip you're planning. We've even included a downloadable worksheet to help you get started. And of course, we answer the question ourselves and our answers might surprise you!
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2022-01-181h 47Main and Magic Podcast#33 - Walt Disney World TriviaIn this episode Katie and I test each other's knowledge about the most magical place on earth. It's a Walt Disney World trivia episode and we invite you to play along! You can head to our show notes for a game sheet to play along with us or later with friends. Be sure to grab the answer sheet to see how many you got correct and to save for your later adventures at WDW!
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2022-01-051h 05Main and Magic Podcast#32 - Disney+ Picks for Christmas VacationIn this episode Katie and I share some Disney Plus recommendations to keep your entire family entertained over Christmas vacation. From series both animated and live action to some old classics that will take you back to the 80's. Grab your popcorn and hot cocoa and join us!
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2021-12-1446 minMain and Magic Podcast#31 - Katie‘s Walt Disney World Research Trip ReportIn this episode Katie joins me to discuss the details of her research trip to Walt Disney World. She reports back on her first experience staying at the Contemporary Resort, details about mobile ordering food, and she dives into the intricacies of using Disney Genie plus. We also touch on things like transportation, comparisons of standby queues to lightning lane queues and we get a breakfast review of Steakhouse 71!
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2021-12-011h 32Main and Magic Podcast#30 - Favorite Disney Resort Hotels and What‘s on Our WishlistsIn this episode my brother Nick joins me to talk about our favorite Disney Resort Hotels and why we love them so much. We also look near and far to talk about Disney hotels that are at the top of our wishlists to stay at someday. Then later in the episode my Dad pops in to share his picks as well.
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2021-11-231h 43Main and Magic Podcast#29 - Christmas at Walt Disney World 101In this episode Katie joins me to talk about the holiday season at Walt Disney World. We cover events and specialties across all 4 parks, Disney Springs and even the resort hotels and share some of our personal favorites. Stay tuned at the end of the show for a special announcement. It's Christmas 101 at Walt Disney World!
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2021-11-091h 38Main and Magic Podcast#28 - Walt Disney World Dining RecommendationsIn this episode Katie joins me to talk about Walt Disney World dining recommendations. We share menu items we love from across the resort including in park and hotel dining. We also share price points and other important details and considerations about our choices. If you want to be delighted by the food as much as the attractions, this episode is for you!
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2021-11-031h 31Main and Magic Podcast#27 - Disney‘s Creepiest CharactersSerpents and spiders, tail of a rat, call in the spirits, wherever they’re at!
It's the spooky season and in this episode Katie joins me to talk about the Disney characters that give us the creeps. From legendary figures to notorious villains, we're bringing the creepy, the scary, the bone chilling...and...admittedly some offbeat characters to the conversation.
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2021-10-211h 04Main and Magic Podcast#26 - Walt Disney World Thesis AttractionsIn this episode Katie and my brother Nick join me for a philosophical discussion on Walt Disney World thesis attractions. We visit each park and choose the attraction we believe represents the essence of that park. We also discuss the thought process we used to come to our decision and explain our choices.
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2021-10-051h 04Main and Magic Podcast#25 - Ways Disney Guests Make Their Trips Extra SpecialIn this episode Katie joins me to talk about things guests do to make their trips extra special. We share ideas for things you can bring with you to pixie dust your trip, ways to participate in guest to guest magic moments, fun surprises for all budgets and so much more.
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Disney Floral and Gifts
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Capture Your Moment
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2021-09-191h 02Main and Magic Podcast#24 - A Look at Disney GenieIn this episode Katie joins me to discuss the new Disney Genie options coming to Walt Disney World's My Disney Experience app as well as the Disneyland app. We discuss each level of service and share our thoughts, good and bad, about what we know so far.
REFERENCES
Introducing Disney Genie on the Disney Parks Blog
Disney Genie at Walt Disney World
Disney Genie at Disneyland
Josh D'Amaro talking with D23 about Disney Genie
Walt Disney Company's Q3 earnings call transcript with Bob Chapek
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2021-08-311h 04Main and Magic Podcast#23 - Teen Talk - Disney Vacation Planning from a Teen's PerspectiveIn this episode Katie and I sit down with a teen and a tween to discuss Disney vacation planning from a teen's perspective. We learn what they'd like to be consulted about during planning, what their ideal Disney day looks like, what they love and hate doing and what's on their Disney wish lists! We hope this is the conversation starter that'll help you and your teens plan the best trip ever.
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2021-08-1759 min
Monorail Tales: A Disney Fan PodcastDisneyland Paris 101 With Dawn BrowneJoin us as Steve talks with special guest, Dawn Browne from The Main and Magic Podcast! Dawn shares with us her experiences while at Disneyland Paris! Listen in as she talks about the rides she enjoyed the most and as she shares a plethora of information for those planning on going to Disneyland Paris in the near future. For more on Dawn, check out her web page at https://mainandmagic.podbean.com/ You can find us on the web at www.monorailtales.com. Find us on Facebook and like our page and join our fun Dis...
2021-08-171h 23Main and Magic Podcast#22 - Top 5 Walt Disney World Hotels to Stay at With KidsIn this episode Katie and I sit down to discuss our top 5 Walt Disney World Hotels to stay at with kids age 9 and under. We list out our choices and dive into all the reasons they made our top picks, from amenities, to theming and everything in between.
Throughout our discussion we also mention details to consider about choosing a particular resort, like the time of year you'll be visiting, transportation considerations, stimulation levels and more.
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2021-08-031h 09Main and Magic Podcast#21 - Cast Member Stories Series - Interview with WDW Vet Services Professional Internship Alumni Janine - Part 2Welcome back to our Cast Member stories series and part 2 of a 2 part episode with Vet Services Intern Alumni Janine.
We continue our discussion about some of the unique cases she witnessed and took part in caring for. She shares how she got to be in the room as a silverback Gorilla underwent surgery for a foot injury, assisting in the aftercare of an African elephant that had to undergo an episiotomy to remove her stillborn baby and save her life.
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2021-07-201h 04Main and Magic Podcast#20 - Cast Member Stories Series - Interview with WDW Vet Services Professional Internship Alumni Janine - Part 1This is the 3rd installment in our Cast Member stories series, and part 1 of a 2 part episode.
The Magic of Disney's Animal Kingdom has been a huge hit for Disney+ and has captured the hearts of both Disney and Wildlife fans everywhere. So I reached out to my friend and former roommate Janine to talk about her Disney Professional Internship as a Vet Services intern. We dive into what her training was like and the duties she had in her role.
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2021-07-1352 min
Pod and PrejudiceWhy She Wrote with Bonnets at DawnIt's a big one today! Today we're joined by Hannah K. Chapman and Lauren Burke of Bonnets at Dawn to discuss their book, Why She Wrote: A Graphic History of the Lives, Inspiration, and Influence Behind the Pens of Classic Women Writers.Why She Wrote is a collection of comics and essays detailing the lives of 18 women writers, and is illustrated by Kaley Bales. For more of Hannah and Lauren, check out their podcast, Bonnets at Dawn, which focuses on the lives of women writers from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries.Purchase Why She...
2021-06-292h 01Main and Magic Podcast#19 - Tips for Staying Cool on a Walt Disney World Summer VacationIt's officially summer and it's no secret that Florida summers are hot hot hot! So today Katie joins me and we share our tips for staying cool at Walt Disney World on your summer trip. We discuss everything from products we use to keep cool, simple tweaks and tactics for snacking and dining, and park conquering strategies that save you time, energy and sweat!
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2021-06-291h 14Main and Magic Podcast#18 - Disney Park Dad Moments with Nick BarrToday in celebration of Fathers Day, I'm joined by my brother Nick Barr and we share some fun memories about doing the Disney Parks with our dad. Nick also shares some of his feelings on taking his own son to the Disney Parks and what he's looking forward to sharing with him as he gets older. We hope this inspires you to reminisce about your own Disney memories with Dad.----more----
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2021-06-171h 21Main and Magic Podcast#17 - Walt Disney World in 1978 with Dale Barr: Part 2Today my dad and I continue our discussion about his first Disney park visit in 1978. We cover how fantasyland and tomorrowland were different, he discusses what attraction he was devastated to lose, and shares his thoughts about the Carousel of Progress. Plus he tells me what it was like visiting Disneyland just a couple years later and how that experience cemented his love for the Florida Project. This is part 2 of a two part episode.
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2021-06-091h 06Main and Magic Podcast#16 - Walt Disney World in 1978 with Dale Barr: Part 1Today we're going back in time to 1978 and the first Disney Park visit for a young couple, my parents, that would kick off generations of magic. My dad joins me to talk about growing up seeing Disneyland on TV, what he remembers about Walt's passing, and learning there'd be a new park in Florida and that there would be so much more coming in the future. And of course we reminisce how it felt for him and my mom to finally get to visit a Disney park. He shares some of his first impressions, how many of the attractions...
2021-06-0150 minMain and Magic Podcast#15 - Walt Disney World Trip Review with Katie FisherToday Katie Fisher from Pictures and Postcards Travel joins me to review her recent trip to Walt Disney World. She shares a synopsis of the good, the bad, and the magical. We discuss the pros and pitfalls of mobile ordering, the bus situation on property, and queueing. Katie also shares how they were able to tackle E-ticket attractions with little to no wait, and a secret about lockers for anyone looking to ride Kali River Rapids. There are lots of practical tips to save you time and keep the magic high and the frustrations low.
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2021-05-291h 41Main and Magic Podcast#14 - Visiting Shanghai Disneyland with Steve SandersToday I'm joined by Steve Sanders from the Monorail Tales podcast and we're sitting down to talk about his experience visiting Shanghai Disneyland during it's inaugural year. With the 5th anniversary of the park quickly approaching I thought this would be a great time to share a first hand account of visiting this unique international park.
We talk about everything from getting there, what's different about this park, attractions and details that stood out, the food, and why it's probably a lot more affordable than you might think!
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2021-05-181h 41Main and Magic Podcast#13 - How to Book a Walt Disney World Vacation in 2021Today we're talking about how to book a Walt Disney World vacation in 2021. Disney vacations are logistically different right now and our travel advisor Katie joins me to give us the details you need to know before you try to go. She gives us the low down on booking a package and the benefits that accompany them, park reservations and park tickets, new rules for park hopping, dining reservation logistics, how quick service mobile ordering works and why it's awesome and why now is the best time to book for 2022!----more----
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2021-05-051h 14Main and Magic Podcast#12 - Extinct Walt Disney World Attractions We MissToday we're talking about extinct Walt Disney World attractions that we miss. As we approach WDWs 50th anniversary, it's hard not to look back at some of the attractions we've loved and lost along the way. The attractions that shaped our childhoods, gave us loads of memories and even became soundtracks to our lives. We cover a wide gamut of favorites from wild rides, illuminated spectacles, and even a pre show that might have made you cry.
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Honey I Shrunk the Audience Pre-Show
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2021-04-142h 11Main and Magic Podcast#11 - Things We Always Do When Visiting Walt Disney WorldToday we're talking about the things we always do when we visit Walt Disney World. These are those special things that have become a habit and things we specifically try to make time for. They help us have that "I have arrived at Disney" feeling or that have a special meaning to us, that bring a little something extra to our visit, or that, even though we might be able to do it at home, it's just better at Disney!
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2021-03-311h 48Main and Magic Podcast#10 - History of the Year of a Million Dreams and Lucky Moments at the Disney ParksThis episode is all about luck! We go back in time to 2006 and the kickoff of the luckiest celebration in Disney Parks history The Year of a Million Dreams. We cover what it was, how it worked and many of the prizes awarded to the lucky winners.Then we recall some of ours and our listeners lucky moments from past Disney vacations...those spontaneous moments where we just happened to be in the right place at the right time for some unplanned magic.
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2021-03-161h 11Main and Magic Podcast#9 - What Disney+ Documentaries and Docuseries to Watch FirstKatie returns for this episode and we discuss what documentaries and docuseries on Disney + we recommend watching first. With so many options to choose from we help narrow down where to start. We share info about our picks and who we think they'd be best for. There's something for everyone and we can't wait to hear what you pick first!
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The Imagineering Story
Magic of Disney's Animal Kingdom
Prop Culture
One Day at Disney (Full)
One Day at Disney (Shorts)
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2021-03-021h 51Main and Magic Podcast#8 - What's Coming to Disney Parks and Experiences in 2021 and Beyond: Part 2Today Katie and I continue our discussion about what's headed to Disney Parks and Experiences around the world in 2021 and beyond. In episode 7 we covered the vast array of exciting things in store for Walt Disney World including tons of new attractions and even a park transformation. But WDW isn't the only Disney destination with exciting things on the horizon!
From webslinging adventures, a runaway railway and a MARVEL hotel to a Frozen themed land and new adventures across the globe, in part 2 of our very first 2 part episode, we're covering all that's new and coming soon...
2021-02-2256 minMain and Magic Podcast#7 - What's Coming to Disney Parks and Experiences in 2021 and Beyond: Part 1Just a few episodes in an we already had to do a two parter. Katie returns to help me break down what's headed to Disney Parks and Experiences around the world in 2021 and beyond. Even with the year we all just experienced and the uncertainty surrounding many of Disney's plans there is still so much to look forward to in the years ahead. So for part 1 of our very first 2 parter, we're covering all that's new and coming soon to Walt Disney World!
From the 50th anniversary celebration to new rollercoasters, a park transformation, a galactic new r...
2021-02-101h 39Main and Magic Podcast#6 - Top 5 Attractions to Experience During the Day and NightToday we're going to talk about Walt Disney World attractions that you have to experience during the day AND the night. These are the attractions we think present a different experience in the daylight and after dark. And joining me is Disney mom, friend, travel advisor and minute by minute itinerary lover Katie Fisher from Pictures and Postcards Travel.
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2021-01-271h 02
Leadership Laid BareLeading through a crisis with Dawn BrowneIn this podcast I'm joined by Dawn Browne.With the hospitality sector under so much pressure and restrictions due to the COVID crisis we'll explore Dawn's leadership journey and how she is responding. Dawn has had the privilege to lead people at work for over 20 years and is currently People & Talent Director for Fuller, Smith & Turner whose 4,000 team members run 500 pubs in the South of England.Dawn is lucky enough to absolutely love her job, lives in Surrey with her two kids aged 13 and 10, and has found the last nine months the most...
2021-01-2155 minMain and Magic Podcast#5 - Cast Member Stories Series - Interview with Walt Disney World College Program Alumni Nic SwaderThis is the 2nd episode in our Cast Member stories series and I sit down with Nic Swader to discuss his experience on the Walt Disney World College Program in fall 2016.
We talk about how his initial love for Disney grew into a desire to work at Walt Disney World, some of the behind the scenes info of his work location at Space Mountain and what he loved most about it.
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2020-12-231h 07Main and Magic Podcast#4 - Cast Member Stories Series - Interview with Walt Disney World College Program Alumni Katie FisherThis episode starts our Cast Member stories series. I knew when I started this podcast that I wanted to include personal stories and experiences from disney cast members. We all know that the attractions and characters are great, but it's the cast members that are the real magic makers.
Walt Disney himself knew this and was deeply dedicated to the ideas of service and show. That is why at each of the kingdoms around the world you'll find a casting agency door with the quote "it takes people to make the dream a reality." It is an...
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