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DBC PodPhil's Down and Back Trip with His Youngest Daughter, Plus News of the Week!Episode 270 for the week of August 11th, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Last Week In Disney:- Beak and Barrel Opening News - including a menu with not a ton of options for kids. Source: Disney Parks Blog- Disney 3Q 2025 Earnings - what does it mean to us and the future of Walt Disney World? Source: WDWMagic- Minnie Van to/from MCO Service - Price To Extend the Bubble ... but at what cost?Starts @2:04 ......2025-08-121h 44DBC PodJason's Family Trip Report - 8 Days of Park Hopping Under Heat Advisories!Episode 269 for the week of August 4th, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Construction Updates:- Lots of activity around Walt Disney World with the biggest story the quick demolition of Studio 1 in Muppets Couryart Starts @1:42 ...Trip Report: Jason's 9-Day Family Trip in the Heat!:- Jason is just back from his big family trip - staying for 9 nights in an Art of Animation Family Suite, 8 days of park hoppers, and dealing with heat advisories - how did they m...2025-08-052h 09DBC PodClosure of the Rivers of America, Jason's Down and Back Trip Report, and more!Episode 265 for the week of July 7th, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Construction Updates:- The Rivers of America are closed - we share our thoughts including where we think the only commentary goes too farStarts @1:59 ...Trip Report: Jason's Down and Back - Jason has just returned from a down and back with his oldest to say goodbye to the Liberty Belle and Tom Sawyer Island and to have some 1:1 time. - Hear about all they g...2025-07-081h 07DBC PodTest Track 3.0 Opens for Previews, Laydown Yards at Magic Kingdom are Created, and we Play Planner, Filler, Skipper - EPCOT editionEpisode 264 for the week of June 30th, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Last Week In Disney:- Hall of Presidents reopens in time for 4th of July - Test Track 3.0 opens for CM previews and Media and reviews are largely positive! But no spoilers as Jason is trying to go in cold- Spaceship Earth will close for a multi-month refurb on August 25th, Little Mermaid for about a week on July 21st, and Buzz Light year for the previously announced major overhaul on A...2025-07-011h 02DBC PodHow Summer Park Attraction Openings Will Impact Jason's Trip and Why is Elio Underperforming at the Box Office?Episode 263for the week of June 23rd, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Last Week In Disney:- How does recent news of attraction openings (Test Tract 3.0, Starlight, etc) impact Jason's trip?- Western Way Widening Project - Len Testa thinks this is more than just road work. What could the real implications be? Source: Disney Dish- Disney updated dining reservation system - and then rolls it back. Was that a good thing?Starts @3:10 ...Construction Updates:2025-06-241h 03DBC PodPhil's Positive Pod ... Plus Test Track 3.0 Opening Date Revealed!Episode 262 for the week of June 16th, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Last Week In Disney:- The Boneyard will be closed forever effective August 2nd - which is earlier than previously indicated. Disney also confirmed there will be a play are within Tropical Americas- Test Track 3.0 will open on July 22nd! This also is earlier than earlier reports of late summer. Several show scenes were revealed as well along with Cast Member previews starting June 27th.Starts @1:41 ...2025-06-1723 minDBC PodDisney Starlight Premiere Date, Cool Kid Summer Kicks Off, and Lilo and Stitch Does Big Box OfficeEpisode 260 for the week of June 2nd, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Reminder: the 2025 ParkStop Stop Hate Fundraiser is live! >> Link 2025-06-031h 01DBC PodPhil's Trip Report, Virtual Queues Gone at WDW - But Is Dynamic Ticket Pricing Coming?Episode 247 for the week of February 24, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...RUMOR: Dynamic Ticket Pricing Coming to WDW- Strong rumors suggesting that a dynamic ticket pricing model is coming to WDW, meaning it would function like how airlines do it that the price for any given day will fluctuate based on demand.- How does this impact planning a WDW vacation?Starts @3:18 ...Virtual Queues are Gone at WDW- Disney announced that the virtual queues at both Guardians...2025-02-251h 35DBC PodPhil's Pre-Trip Report, Disney Pricing Limits, and Luke Skywalker Coming!Episode 245 for the week of February 10, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Epic Universe Ready to go?- Universal has revealed team member uniforms for HTTYD area and new wands for the Harry Potter area- Also rumors that team member land-by-lad previews will start this weekStarts @2:34 ...More Characters in Galaxy's Edge?- Disneyland will add Luke Skywalker to their Galaxy's Edge ... how would we do it if they expanded the scope of Galaxy's Edge at DHS?...2025-02-111h 04DBC PodStella Nova Reactions, Muppet*Vision Closing Date Announced, Must Eats for First TimersEpisode 243 for the week of January 27, 2025 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Cold Opening: A Disney Dining Story- Jason shares a story of someone he is working with planning their trip who wants to do a lot of dining - including a number of signature locations and how, to Jason's surprise, it worked out better financially to get the Disney Dining PlanStarts @1:52 ...Stella Nova Opening Reactions- The first Epic Universe hotel has opened - Stella Nova - and there were...2025-01-281h 01DBC PodJason's Trip Report Part 2 and Will Epic Universe Actually Help Attendance at Walt Disney World?Episode 233 for the week of November 18, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Quick Hits- Disney 4th Q and Full Year 2024 earnings were very positive plus the CFO says that Epic Universe will be a positive to attendance at Walt Disney World. (source: Blog Mickey)- Use of Single Rider line starts at Remy's Ratatouille Adventure (source: Disney Food Blog)- Concept art and name released for upcoming DVC Lounge in the Magic Kingdom - what does this mean for the future of Frontierland? (source: WDWNT)...2024-11-191h 10DBC PodD23 Brazil Recap and Jason's No Kids Trip Report!Episode 232 for the week of November 11, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...D23 Brazil Recap- D23 Fan Event was held in Brazil for the first time and while not a ton of announcements were made, there were some updates for upcoming films and Walt Disney World parks projectsStarts @1:12 ...Jason's No Kids Trip Report- Jason is back and starts his trip report from his recent parents only trip to Walt Disney World. He goes through the days of his trip, hitting...2024-11-121h 05DBC PodIs There Excitement For Walt Disney World Right now? Plus Jason's Pre-Trip Report, and the DBC EngagementEpisode 230 for the week of October 28, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Lack of Excitement for Walt Disney World Right Now- There is excitement around Epic Universe but not really for Disney right now - and given the price difference, what is the motivation to book a Disney trip right now?Starts @7:28 ...Jason's Pre-Trip Report- Jason leaves for his parents only trip this week and provides an update on his plans, Lightning Lanes booked, and just strategy heading into the trip 2024-10-301h 20DBC PodD23 Events Review: Heads Back to the Hollow & Early Screening of Not Just a Goof documentaryEpisode 228 for the week of October 14, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Review of D23 Events: Heads Back to the Hollow & Early Screening of Not Just a Goof documentary- Phil attended a D23 event this past Saturday in Sleepy Hollow - he reviews the event, shares some fun tidbits of information he got, and says if it was worth the cost- Phil also got to attend a bonus D23 event showing an early preview of a new documentary about the making of a Goofy Movie...2024-10-1557 minDBC PodMore Marvel Coming to Walt Disney World? Plus Jason Books Not One, but Two Trips!Episode 224 for the week of September 16, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Is More Marvel Coming to Walt Disney World?- Rumors of Universal replacing Super Hero Island at Island of Adventure- What does this mean for Universal, but also what could it mean for Walt Disney World if more Marvel IP can be used?Starts @1:52 ...Various News- We discuss small Walt Disney World news including updated seating at Woody's Lunch Box and various permits filed.Starts @11:48 ...2024-09-1945 minDBC PodPhil's Trip Report Part 2: Drones, Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and Utopia of the Seas!Episode 222 for the week of September 2, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Phil's Trip Report Continues!Day 4: Off Day and Dreams that Soar- After two full park days, an off day was in order, along with a trip to Disney Springs to see the drone show "Disney Dreams that Soar" - what did Phil and the family think of the show and was it worth it to buy the secured seating at Summerhouse on the Lake?Starts @5:07 ...Day 5: Magic Kingdom...2024-09-031h 22DBC PodPhil's Trip Report Part 1: Animal Kingdom, EPCOT, and a Starlight Safari!Episode 221 for the week of August 26, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Phil's Trip Report: Intro- We kick off Phil's Trip Report with some overall thoughts and background for the tripStarts @2:26 ...Day 1: Travel- Traveling without his partner and two of his kids - how did it go? Was his room request met? And did they find the best pool bar on Disney Property?Starts @7:55 ...Day 2: Animal Kingdom and Starlight Safari- The wilderness must...2024-08-271h 20DBC PodD23 2024 Final Wrap-up: Phil Thoughts on the Announcements and We Review our PredictionsEpisode 220 for the week of August 20, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Phil's Reaction to the D23 Announcements- Phil is back from Walt Disney World and gets his chance to share his thoughts about the announcements along with the removal of the Rivers of America and potential removal of MuppetsStarts @1:25 ...D23 2024 Predictions Review- We got through the predictions we made prior to the event and see how we did and discuss if some of the ones that didn't get announced...2024-08-2145 minDBC PodDeadpool & Wolverine, Early Lightning Lane Multi Pass Takeaways, and Phil's Pre-Trip ReportEpisode 217 for the week of July 29, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Disney Movie Success- Disney has seen recent success at the theaters with the performance of Inside Out 2 and Deadpool & Wolverine. Is this just a blip or do we think they have returned for form going forward?- We also provide a non-spoiler review of Deadpool & Wolverine.Starts @2:23 ...Early Lightning Lane Multi Pass Takeaways- Lightning Lane Multi Pass, the new line skipping tool at Walt Disney World debuted last...2024-07-301h 06DBC PodPhil's Trip Plans, EPCOT Walls Are Down - and Back Up, and Results of Our Resort Rankings!Episode 211 ... for the week June 17th, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Phil's Trip Plans- The 60 Day mark has come for Phil's August Trip - what ADRs did he secure?- Phil walks through his current plans - we will monitor how much they change prior to the actual trip.Starts @0:59 ...EPCOT Construction is Complete ... For Now - With the completion of Communicore Hall and Plaza the remake of EPCOT has been declared complete ...- ... but then a week later w...2024-06-181h 17DBC PodImpact of IP in the Parks, New Ticket Deal, and Where to Put a Moana Attraction?Episode 198 ... for the week March 18, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...The Power of IP in the Parks- A new SEC filing from Disney argues against Nelson Peltz' claims and shows the impact/Return on Investment that various IP providesStarts @2:00 ...New leadership rumors at TWDC - Reports are the 4 Division Heads are the leading candidates to replace Bob Iger as CEOSource: Blog MickeyStarts @9:37 ...Jason Comments on Phil's Down and Back- As h...2024-03-1956 minDBC PodPhil's Down and Back Trip plus EPCOT After Hours ReviewEpisode 197 ... for the week March 11, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Phil Solo Show!Barbara Bouza out as Walt Disney Imagineering President- Took over WDI from Bob Weiss in 2021. Said WDI is in good hands with Bruce Vaughn- Interesting timing with the $60bn to be spent and several months ahead of D23 Fan EventStarts @1:48 ...Down & Back Trip and EPCOT After Hours Review- Phil and his sone just did a quick trip down to Orlando, on the g...2024-03-1238 minDBC PodPhil's Take on Flower & Garden, Dreamer's Point, and Luminous!Episode 196 ... for the week March 4, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Phil's Surprise EPCOT Visit …- While on a work trip to Florida Phil was able to sneak in some time on Walt Disney World Property and thanks to a kind Cast Member, was able to get into EPCOT.- Phil gives his take on the Flower and Garden Festival, Dreamers Point, and LuminousStarts @2:25 ...… and Seeing WDW Vacation Style Evolve- This time on property reinforced for Phil a desire for a mor...2024-03-0558 minDBC PodJason Solo Show! Is Disney Too Expensive?Jason dishes out some news but digs in to the real question about "Is Disney too expensive?" Discord was talking about a Youtube show from Bright Sun Travels titled "Disney World Has Gotten Too Expensive" and Jason goes through and discusses how he feels about this question.Also new DBC Engagement Challenge.Lin to Bright Sun Travels: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GiO1a9N65y4* Reminder to like, subscribe, rate, and review the DBC Pod wherever you get your podcast *Send us an e-mail! .... thedbcpodcast@gmail.com2024-02-2046 minDBC Pod“Big Little” Things That Still Haven't Returned at Walt Disney World, Disney Q1 Earnings, and Much More!Episode 193 ... for the week February 12, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Disney Q1 Earnings and Announcements - Strong earnings overall for Disney and a few fun and unexpected announcements .... what does this all mean for the future of the parks and when can we expect to see more investments made?Starts @1:42 ...“Big Little” Things That Need to Come Back- Disney Tourist Blog wrote an article identifying a number of "Big Little" things that have not yet returned to Walt Disney World post the p...2024-02-1359 minDBC PodJason's Trip Report Part II - Including "Hot Takes" and Wrap UpEpisode 188 ... for the week January 8, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Changes to Park Reservations, Park Hopping, and Return of the Dining Plan- This week will see a number of changes to Walt Disney World Vacations and we discuss which, if any, will impact how we plan future tripsStarts @0:44 ...Jason's Trip Report - Part 2- Jason finishes his trip report - including how improved weather improved their spirits! Was Jason able to find the Vacation within the Vacation?Starts @4:24 ...2024-01-091h 13DBC PodJason's Trip Report - Part 1 and where to view LuminiousEpisode 187 ... for the week January 1, 2024, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Impact of Extreme Crowds on Planning- This past week saw some pretty crazy crowds at Walt Disney World resulting in parks reaching capacity and Genie+ selling out .... how would this impact our planning if we were visiting during a time like this?Starts @1:12 ...DBC Recommends: EPCOT Luminous the Symphony of Us Viewing Location Comparison- Great article by Disney Geek to shares viewing from 6 locations around World Showcase - discusses the v...2024-01-021h 27DBC PodWhat We Are Thankful For and Reviews of The Marvels, Wish, and Defunctland's EPCOT VideoEpisode 182 ... for the week November 20, 2023, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...What Are We Thankful For?- As it is Thanksgiving week here in the U.S., we kick off the show sharing what we are thankful for related to Disney and theme parks.Starts @0:42 ...Phil Reviews The Marvels and Wish- Recently Phil got to see the Marvels and Wish and shares his thoughts on both (non-spoilers) and if they are worth seeing in the theatersStarts @5:21 ...News U...2023-11-2146 minDBC PodHow to Fix Jollywood Nights ... Plus Phil's Latest Crazy IdeaEpisode 181 ... for the week November 13, 2023, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Fixing Jollywood Nights- The first ever Jollywood Night was held this past Saturday and it was basically a logistics disaster with lines for everything and many things underdelivering. - We discuss ways to improve the event and what are key elements for any holiday party at the parks.Starts @0:44 ...Phil's Crazy Down and Back Idea- Phil's son wants to take a flight on Breeze airlines, so why not combine i...2023-11-141h 01DBC PodLuminous News and Genie+ Update RumorsEpisode 180 ... for the weeks of October 30 and November 6, 2023, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Luminous News- Disney released information and music clips from the new EPCOT night time show Luminous, scheduled to start December 5th. This includes information on the two original songs as well as the Disney songbooks songs to be used and the general storyline of the show. What are our thoughts? Do we think it fits EPCOT?Starts @6:20 ...Genie+ Update Rumors- Len Testa reported what he is hearing a...2023-11-071h 08DBC PodTravel Without Your Partner ... and Enchantment is Back?Episode 179 ... for the week of October 23, 2023, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Top 5 Table Service Restaurant Value Picks- Which Table Service Restaurants at Walt Disney World do we think are most worth the cost?Starts @5:05 ...Traveling Without Your Partner- Phil is exploring doing separate vacations from his wife next summer, each with the two youngest kids. Would you ever do a trip without the whole family and if so, how does that change your "Disney Math"?Starts @18:14 ...J...2023-10-2556 minDBC PodNew Kids Play & Dine for 50% Off Discount Announced and We Play Plan a Day At the ParksEpisode 177 ... for the week of October 9, 2023, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...New Discount for WDW Includes a Ticket Discount Element- Disney announces a new Kids Play & Dine for 50% Off discount for next spring. Is this a sign of more ticket discounts to come? Who is this targeting and do we think this is smart of Disney?Starts @1:54 ...Jason's Trip - Ticket Options- For Jason's upcoming trip, he is debating adding hoppers to his tickets - we discuss if it is w...2023-10-1056 minDBC PodRank the Animal Kingdom Lands and How Would You Spend $60bn on the Parks?Episode 175 ... for the week of September 25, 2023, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...How Would You Spend $60bn on the Disney Parks?- Recently Bob Iger informed analysts and investors that they planned to double investment into the parks, using a figure of $60bn over the next 10 years- We discuss how this compares to the past 10 years of investment and how we would use that money to improve the parks - especially Walt Disney WorldStarts @1:50 ...Three Little Things- Phil goes o...2023-09-261h 10DBC PodPhil (Finally) Finishes His Trip Report and We Discuss the Vacation Within the VacationEpisode 174 ... for the week of September 18, 2023, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Phil's Trip Report - Part 2- Phil covers his Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, and EPCOT days, plus a Magical Moment on his departure day.- We also discuss ways he had a "vacation within a vacation" and if his touring style is changing going forwardStarts @2:08 ...* Reminder to like, subscribe, rate, and review the DBC Pod wherever you get your podcast *Send us an e-mail! .... thedbcpodcast@gmail.comFollow u...2023-09-191h 14DBC PodDestination D23 2023 Reactions Plus Part 1 of Phil's Trip Report!Episode 173 ... for the week of September 11, 2023, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Destination D23 2023 - Reaction!- This past weekend was the Destination D23 event and we go through all the major news to come out of the Parks and Experiences panel and give our thoughts on each and overall feelings coming out of the eventStarts @1:57 ...Phil's Trip Report - Part 1- Phil covers his arrival day, dinner at Story Book Dining, and Magic Kingdom day while Jason grills him about strategy a...2023-09-121h 18DBC PodJourney of Water and Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party Reviews!Episode 172 ... for the week of September 4, 2023, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana, Preview Review- Phil is just back from Walt Disney World and had a chance to attend a preview of Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana at EPCOT. Phil talks about the attraction and provides his review.- Link to Phil's video walkthrough of the attraction: https://youtu.be/KB2FsT60O04?si=8bPiIfadvLtrzPIT Starts @2:08 ...Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party Review- Phil a...2023-09-051h 11DBC PodLast minute updates for Phil's trip and first impressions of Ashoka!Episode 171 ... for the week of August 28, 2023, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Last Minute Updates for Phil's Trip- Phil is days away from his trip to Walt Disney World - so he covers some recent adjustments made to his schedule and also shares what each member of his family is most looking forward toStarts @ ...Can One Have True Vacation At Walt Disney World?- Jason just returned from a relaxing camping vacation - one filled with days of nothing scheduled ... is it...2023-08-291h 00DBC PodPhil's Trip Update and the Impact of the Genie+ ChangesEpisode 163 ... for the week of June 26, 2023, and this is what is going on in our Disney World...What is Everybody Talking About?- Royal Caribbean announces their next new ship will do competing sailings with the Disney Wish (source: Cruise Hive)- Joe Rohde comments on what combination of events it will take for the Yeti to get fixed- Disney updating Genie+ to have park specific pricing (source: Blog Mickey)Starts @2:39 ...Topic: Phil's Upcoming Trip Plans- At just over 60 days out from his trip t...2023-06-271h 09DBC PodThree Year Anniversary Show! Plus Instant Reaction to Watching Happily Ever After Return!Episode 152 ... for the week of April 4, 2023 and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Instant Reaction to Happily Ever After's Return- Happily Ever After returned tonight and right before recording Phil and Jason watched a stream of the show and then discuss their feelings and reactions to it being backStarts @1:16 ...What is Everybody Talking About?- The 50th Anniversary at Walt Disney World comes to an end (source: Blog Mickey) and we discuss how this feels like the final release from the Pandemic E...2023-04-041h 01DBC PodPhil Books Another Trip! Plus Summer Resort Discounts, New WDW Character M&Gs, and OUR Takes on Attraction QueuesEpisode 150 ... for the week of March 20, 2023 and this is what is going on in our Disney World...What is Everybody Talking About?- Soft opening announced for Tron and 7DMT to keep ILL status even after Tron opening (source: Scott Gustin)- New WDW character meet arrival timing announced (source: Scott Gustin)- EPCOT to host the Disney100 activities at WDW (source: Disney Parks Blog) Starts @2:13 ...OUR Takes: Attraction Queues- There are some great queues at Walt Disney World, but which are actually overrated at t...2023-03-2058 minDBC PodRoyal Caribbean vs Disney Cruise Line, Top 3: Non-Disney Vacations, and Impact of a Villains Land having a castleEpisode 147 ... for the week of February 27, 2023 and this is what is going on in our Disney World...What is Everybody Talking About?- Potential track replacement for Rock N Rollercoaster (source: Blog Mickey)- Rogers the Musical coming to Disneyland (source: Blog Mickey)- Influencers promote using tall shoes to reach height requirements for their son ... then apologize poorly (source: The Mouse and More)- Passholders can enter a park on most days after 2pm without a park reservation starting April 18th (source: Blog Mickey) and starting March 20th, Genie+ will i...2023-02-271h 10DBC PodTrip Reports - Part 2: Jason and Phil finish the day-by-day trip report from their overlapping tripsEpisode 139b ... for the week of December 26, 2022 and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Topic: Trip Report - Part 2- Phil and Jason continue their day-by-day recap of their overlapping trips- Part 2 covers 3 park days - the last 3 for Jason and the only 3 for Phil ... during which their paths cross several timesStarts @1:23 ...* Reminder to like, subscribe, rate, and review the DBC Pod wherever you get your podcast *Send us an e-mail! .... thedbcpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on social media:...2022-12-281h 44DBC PodTrip Reports - Part 1: Jason and Phil start the day-by-day trip report from their overlapping tripsEpisode 139a ... for the week of December 26, 2022 and this is what is going on in our Disney World...What is Everybody Talking About?- The Walt Disney World Railroad has Reopened! (Source: Blog Mickey)- The American Adventure has Reopened! (Source: Disney Food Blog)Starts @2:00 ...DBC Recommends - Tom BetGeorge (Magical Light Shows) Best of Encanto Christmas Light Show Featuring 300 Drones! Link: YouTubeStarts @5:33 ...Topic: Trip Report - Part 1- Phil and Jason start their day-by-day recap of their overlapping trips2022-12-271h 06DBC PodBob Iger holds a town hall, what attractions from yesteryear are actually overrated, and last minute updates for Jason's tripEpisode 13 ... for the week of November 28, 2022 and this is what is going on in our Disney World...What is Everybody Talking About?- Bob Iger held a townhall session with Cast Members- Rumor: Changes coming for Park Reservations in 2023 (source: WDWMagic)- Disney announces first ever discount for the Galactic Starcruiser - but is this a good thing?Starts @1:38 ...OUR Takes: Attractions of Yesteryear- Everyone looks fondly back of many attractions that are no longer with us - which do we feel are over/u...2022-11-291h 07DBC PodWDW Park updates and rumors, ADR booking update for our trip, and is "gaming" the Disney system ethical?Episode 129 ... for the week of October 10, 2022 - and this is what is going on in our Disney World...What is Everybody Talking About?- Give Kids the World Night of a Millions Lights Returns - with a Tropical Twist! (Source: GKTW)- Park Updates and Rumors: Tracks laid at Tron Site (source: Blog Mickey) ... Review list of remaining items set for 2022 return/opening - do we think it will actually happen? (source: Scott Gustin) ... rumor: Fantasmic! reopening date announcement imminent! - Disney 100th celebration to launch at Disneyland on January 27th, coinciding wi...2022-10-111h 08DBC PodEPCOT turns 40, updates for our WDW trip planning, and OUR takes on WDW transportationEpisode 128 ... for the week of October 3, 2022 - and this is what is going on in our Disney World...First - sending positive thoughts to everyone impacted by Hurricane Ian and DBCRecommends this week is the Touring Plans Saturday Six - 6 ways you can helprelief efforts in central Florida: Link to Touring Plans articleWhat is Everybody Talking About?- EPCOT turns 40 - we talk about the celebration and discuss if we think the park still follows it mission- Figment movie in the wo...2022-10-0257 minDBC PodFinal D23 Expo Predictions! "Disney Prime" coming? Phil's Thoughts on Dollywood. Plus Over/Under Rated Table Service Restaurants at WDWEpisode 124 ... for the week of September 5, 2022 - and this is what is going on in our Disney World...What is Everybody Talking About?- "Disney Prime" - is a new subscription based service coming from Disney? (Source: Blog Mickey)- Final D23 Predictions/thoughts/feelings. Matt has created an odds spreadsheet (Source: Happily EVERything Disney)- Josh D'Amaro comments to the Wall St Journal about rising prices and guest mix at the parks - and people react! (Source: Wall St Journal)Starts @1:40 ...DBC Discord Engagement- Wh...2022-09-061h 10DBC PodTop 5 Things We Riot If Removed from Walt Disney World, Genie+ Adjustment, and Disney Asks if People Even Noticed the 50thEpisode 121 ... for the week of August 8, 2022 - and this is what is going on in our Disney World...What is Everybody Talking About?- Genie+: Disney announces that rides scheduled to move back from G+ to ILL will stay as part of G+: (Source: Disney Food Blog) ... and Disney shared 6 videos explaining how to use the system (Source: Scott Gustin)- Disney survey asking people if they noticed the 50th Celebration at Walt Disney World Source: Blog Mickey)- RUMOR: Disney execs not happy with immersion/quality/guest response to new Avengers As...2022-08-091h 04DBC PodTop 5 Lands/Pavilions at WDW, MagicBand+ Release and Reaction, and Jordan Fisher Asks For Return of Happily Ever After!Episode 120 ... for the week of August 1, 2022 - and this is what is going on in our Disney World...What is Everybody Talking About?- MagicBand+ was released this week. As we told you, they don't come fully charged and need an update but interest seems high and people who have right expectations are enjoying them. Good video from Craig of the DIS Unplugged team (Source: DIS Unplugged)- Jordan Fisher asks about the return of Happily Ever After - what is the latest we are hearing? (Source: Jordan Fisher). Also, DBC recommends latest DS...2022-08-0252 minDBC PodJason's Trip Report - Part 2 (incl. a hot take on Harmonious) plus news about the return of the WDW Railroad, update to Genie+, and much more!Episode 119 ... for the week of July 25, 2022 - and this is what is going on in our Disney World...What is Everybody Talking About?- Walt Disney World Railroad progress: tracks spotted in the Tron tunnel (Source: Blog Mickey) and Disney confirms Cast Members have started TRAINing (Source: Blog Mickey)- Genei+ update: from 7am to 730am now you will not see a LL return time in the tip board but just "check availability" - goal is to avoid frustration on your secured return time being very different than what was initially shown (Source: Or...2022-07-261h 13DBC PodJason's Trip Report - Part 1 (incl. his Genie+ take) plus release info for MagicBand+!Episode 118 ... for the week of July 18, 2022 - and this is what is going on in our Disney World...What is Everybody Talking About?- MagicBand+ ... Disney announced that MagicBand+ will be released at WDW on July 27th at a starting price of $34.99. We also share some tips and info we got from a Cast Member who has been trained on MagicBand+ (Source: Disney Parks Blog)Starts @1:26 ...New Members and DCI Update- DCI increased over a point largely thanks to some returning characters and entertainment- Welcome ne...2022-07-221h 07DBC PodTop 5 Queues at WDW, Value of Genie+ at Each Park, and Jason's Parents Only Pre-Trip ReportEpisode 117 ... for the week of July 11, 2022 - and this is what is going on in our Disney World...What is Everybody Talking About?- Genie+ ... looking at the value of the service at different parks at different crowd levels (Source: Touring Plans) and discuss the changes coming next month (Source: Blog Mickey)Starts @1:50 ...Jason's Pre-Trip Report- This week Jason is heading down to WDW for a parents only trip - he walks through his plans - including his park hoping and Genie+ strategyStarts @24:39 ......2022-07-111h 04DBC PodTiana's Bayou Adventure, Tomorrowland updates, Initial Disney Wish reactions, plus our Top 5 Non-Attractions at WDWEpisode 116 ... for the week of July 4, 2022 - and this is what is going on in our Disney World...What is Everybody Talking About?- Tian's Bayou Adventure - name released and completion timeframe announced. Lot's of reactions online to both! (Source: Disney Parks Blog)- Tomorrowland Updated - People Mover audio (Source: Blog Mickey) and final scene of Carousel of Progress (Source: DSNY)- Media sailing of the Disney Wish complete - and focus on high end upsells ($5,000 drinks, etc) ... has our desire to vacation on this ship changed after this coverage? So...2022-07-0652 minDBC PodVans ... Shows ... Floors ... Let's Go! Phil Solo Show covering Disney news of the week!Episode 103 ... week in review of March 26, 2022 ... Phil Solo Show!Cold Open Question:- Do you like doing solo shows?Starts @1:42 ...New Discord Member & DCI Update:- New members: Gkenndav, Starbucks&PixieDust, Tonyx2, Hodor, Natalie A, and Erin!Starts @2:03 ...Topic: News of the Week- Minnie Vans are coming back this summer! (Source: Disney TikTok)- Cultural representation program is restarting this summer! (Source: Official Disney Programs Instagram)- Hoop Dee Doo Revue is returning June 26th! (Source: Disney Parks Blog)2022-03-3017 minDBC PodOur 100th Episode! We reflect back, cover the dining portion of Phil's Trip Report, and much more!Episode 100 ... week in review of March 5, 2022 ...Cold Open Question:- What are your favorite memories of our first 100 episodes?Starts @1:42 ...New Discord Member & DCI Update:- DCI updated to reflect lack of Cultural Representatives Starts @7:06 ...Topic: Phil's Trip Report - part 2, dining!- In this second part we cover the details of all the places Phil and his family ate - but Disney locations but also off propertyStarts @8:30 ...Topic: Phil booked a cruise!- Still fe...2022-03-0759 minDBC PodPhil's "No Parks" Trip Report (Part 1) and Initial Reactions to the Star Wars: Galactic Starcuiser!Episode 099 ... week in review of February 26, 2022 ...Cold Open Question:- Would you accept a free trip on the Starcruiser - despite shouting from the interwebs of thus being a shill?Starts @1:33 ...New Discord Member & DCI Update:- Welcome (back) RC and Dachsie!Starts @4:55 ...Topic: Phil's Trip Report - part 1- Phil is just back from the Orlando area for his "no Parks" trip- In this first part we cover an overview of his trip and his thoughts on it - di...2022-03-011h 07DBC PodDisney StoryLiving, Unconventional Disney Wedding Sites, Phil's Pre-Trip Report, and Much More!Episode 098 ... week in review of February 19, 2022 ...Cold Open Question:- What unconventional spot at a Disney park would you hold your wedding ceremony?Source: disneywedcast on InstagramStarts @1:11 ...New Discord Member & DCI Update:- Welcome (back) RC!Starts @4:09 ...Topic: Phil's Pre-Trip Report- Phil is heading down to the Orlando area for a non-Disney focused trip- He has a loose schedule with some Disney elements, but what else is he planning? Or not planning for?Starts @6:13 ......2022-02-2151 minDBC PodPredictions! What do we expect for the Disney parks in 2022? How did we do with our 2021 predictions?Episode 091 ... week in review of January 1, 2022 - the predictions episode! ...Topic: Reviewing our 2021 Predictions- We Review the predictions we made for 2021 - how did we do? Topic Starts @2:08 ...Topic: Making our 2022 Predictions- Phil and Jason ask each other questions about the upcoming year - we will record our responses and check in next year to see how we did .... will we do better than for 2021?- Also discuss some questions asked by our Discord Server communityTopic Starts @14:15 ...* Reminder to l...2022-01-0355 minDBC PodDisney Dining episode: Strategy and where we want to eat next trip. Plus Winnie the Pooh - attractionality and review of new musical!Episode 088 ... week in review of December 11th 2021, and we have a new show format! ...Cold Question of the Week- What one announcement are we hoping to hear at the 2022 D23 Expo?Topic Starts @1:40 ...Topic: Disney Dining - What is our strategy around dining at Disney and securing ADRs?- How does your party's makeup (solo? large group? veterans vs first timers?) impact this?- Thoughts on the different ADR search tools- With the 60 day ADR period coming up soon for both Jason and P...2021-12-131h 03DBC PodPhil's Trip Report including Merriest After Hours event ... and too many people want to give Disney moneyEpisode 085 ... week in review of November 20th 2021 ...1) News of the week:- Disney pauses sale of Annual Passes and even day tickets due to elevated (unexpected?) crowd levels (Source: BlogMickey)- Rumor: Pocahontas scene to be the one cut from Fantasmic (Source: BlogMickey)- Railroad Tunnel work at Tron (Source: BlogMickey)Topic Starts @4:34 ...2) Attractionality: Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress- We discuss the scores for this classic attraction and discuss if it isn't in Tomorrowland, where should it be?Topic Starts @17:40 ...3) Topic: P...2021-11-241h 05DBC PodInitial Genie Reactions and WDW 50th Trip Report from Phi's Kids!Episode 081 ... Week in review of October 23rd 2021 ...Giveaway Reminder: Subscribe to our YouTube channel and comment on this week's video for a chance to win a WDW 50th poster and park map!!! CONTEST ENDS OCT 31st!!!1) News of the week:- Rumor that Typhoon Lagoon will open by the end of this year with both water parks being open during the holiday season (Source: WDW Magic) - Zombie Captain America appears at Oogie Boogie Bash at DCA (Source: Blog Mickey)- Details released about Festival of...2021-10-2536 minDBC PodGenie+ is out of the lamp - news, thoughts, & strategies ... plus the Phil's Universal Orlando trip report and much more!Episode 079 ... Week in review of October 2nd 2021 ...Giveaway: Subscribe to our YouTube channel and comment on this week's video for a chance to win a WDW 50th poster and park map!!!1) News of the week - Genie!:- Disney announces Genie, Genie+, and Individual Lightning Lane access will launch on October 19th at Walt Disney World.- We go through all the specifics and discuss our strategy for the new system Sources: Scott Gustin and Ashley Carter on TwitterTopic Starts @5:22 ...2) Attractionality: It's a...2021-10-111h 10DBC PodSteakhouse '71 details, Current version of Finding Nemo the Musical is closed, and Jason shares about his spur of the moment trip!Episode 075 ... Week in review of September 11th 2021 as we discuss the following ...1) News of the week:- Finding Nemo the Musical appears to be closed permanently (source: WDWNT and reports from cast) - NOTE: Today it came out that current version is closed but new version is in the works- Expedition Everest to be closed for multi-month refurb starting in January (source: Blog Mickey)- Yehaa Bob is returning to Port Orleans Riverside starting on Sept 14th (source: Portorleans.org )- Steakhouse '71 details released, including menus (source: Disney Parks B...2021-09-141h 11DBC PodWDW Holiday Event news, Paid FP system comes to Disneyland Paris, Black Widow review, and DBC Expedition on Mary BlairEpisode 066 ... Week in review of July 11th, 2021 as we discuss the following ...1) News of the week:- Revamped Jungle Cruise soft opens at Disneyland (POV Video) and D23 had a special event for grand opening day (Source: D23)- Disneyland Paris introduces Premier Access and Standby Access system (source: Disney Tourist blog) ... could something similar come to Walt Disney World?- Reopening dates for remaining WDW's resorts announced (Source: Blog Mickey)- Full List of eligible resorts for Early Entry and Extra Hours released (Source: Blog Mickey)- D...2021-07-131h 16
DBC PodBONUS EPISODE: Loki - Episode 5 review and breakdownIn this bonus episode Jason and Phil discuss the fifth episode of the Disney+ series Loki entitled "Journey into Mystery" - or as Jason has dubbed it, "The Greatest Filler Episode Ever"! ....We provide our thoughts on the episode what we think will happen in next week's finale! ...And we are on YouTube for these reviews as well: YouTube Channel: The DBC Pod* Reminder to like, subscribe, rate, and review the DBC Pod wherever you get your podcast *Follow us on social media:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedbcpodcast/...2021-07-0824 minDBC PodA King has returned and Boo Bash is coming! Plus Attractionality featuring Figment, and much more!Episode 057 ... Week in review of May 8th, 2021: This week - movement on Covid restrictions at the park, Boo Bash is coming, Attractionality featuring Figment, but first ...1) News:- A Celebration of the Festival of the Lion King - official opening is May 15th but performances started on Sat the 8th! (Source: Blog Mickey)- The Wave closing for refurb on July 16th (potentially for Incredibles makeover) (Source: WDWNT)- Covid restrictions updates at the park: temperature checks removed, social distancing reduced, etc.- Disney College Program acceptance...2021-05-1156 minDBC PodUniversal Orlando discussion! Phil added on a Universal component to his upcoming trip - why now, and what are the details? Plus discussing the upcoming Epic Universe and news of the week!Episode 049 ... Week in review of March 13, 2021 - as we discuss the following ...1) News:- Disney announces MobileMagic and reports of unannounced test in progress (source: Blog Mickey)- On the one year anniversary of it's closing Disneyland sends thank you to fans- MaxPass, etc to be suspended at Disneyland when it reopens (Source: Blog Mickey)- Disney reveals 9 day period over spring breaks are out of passes and Universal warns of expectation that parks will reach capacity (Source: DISboards) Topic Starts @1:01 ...2) Universal...2021-03-151h 09DBC PodWalt Disney World 50th Anniversary discussion, and Matt Petolicchio joins us as the play the "Before or After" projection game ... and much more!Episode 046 ... Week in review of February 20th, 2021 and Matt Petolicchio joins us and we discuss the following ...1) News of the week:- Disney reveals some of the details around the Walt Disney World 50th anniversary celebration - which is being called the World's Most Magical Celebration and will start on Oct 1, 2021 and last for 18 months (Source: Disney Parks Blog)-- Part of this is a new nighttime transformation of the icons at all 4 parks - with the change to Spaceship Earth being permanent (Source: Zach Riddley)- Work being done to...2021-02-221h 05DBC PodAMA (Ask Me Anything) episode! We answer your questions, ask each other questions, and discuss news of the week!Episode 043 ... Week in review of January 30, 2021 as we discuss the following ...1) News:- Disney to update the Jungle Cruise at both WDW and Disneyland, CA. (Source: Disney Parks)- Animatronic Issues - Caballeros and River Journey Shaman (Source: Blog Mickey)- Disney Losses Pop Warner, Dance, and Cheer groups to Universal (Source: Blog Mickey)- Blue Man Group at Universal to not reopen - ends 14 year run (Source: Orlando Sentinel)Topic Starts @1:28 ...2) Topic: Jason Provides update on his October Trip- Ja...2021-02-021h 03DBC PodPredictions for 2021, news of the week, review of Pixar's Soul, and a look back on our first year as a podcast!Episode 039 ... Week in review of January 2, 2021 as we discuss the following ...1) A Look Back .....- While 2020 was a year full of challenges (to put it mildly) it was also the year we started the DBC Pod. We value all our listeners and love this opportunity to talk Disney, and Theme Parks, and share our take with you all - and love getting your feedback.- We briefly touch on how we thought the first year went!Topic Starts @1:27 ....2) News:- Gideon' Bakehouse at Disney Springs...2021-01-041h 05DBC PodPreviewing Disney's Investors Call, 12 secrets of Animal Kingdom, traveling with someone outside your family, and much more!Episode 036 ... Week in review of December 5th 2020 as we discuss the following ...1) News:- Warner Bros. announced Thursday that it's releasing all of its 2021 movies on HBO Max the same day as theaters (Source: USA Today)- Disney testing putting digital masks on guests for on-ride photos (Source: Blog Mickey)- Disney Legend Tony Baxter again says he wants to redo Journey into Imagination (Source: Attractions Magazine)- “Caravanning ‘Round The World” RV comes to Disney World Resorts (Source: WDW News Today)- Disney Investor Day this Thurs Dec 10...2020-12-081h 01DBC PodPark Hopping is returning! Restaurants reopening! Grand Floridian Walkway is open! Plus, which attractions would we add a holiday overlay to, and much more!Episode 034 ... Week in review of November 23rd 2020 as we discuss the following ...1) News:- D23 Fantastic Worlds celebration, EPCOT: The Magic of Possibility Panel (source: Disney Parks Blog)- Grand Floridian walkway to MK is open including new bridge and Bioreconstruct provided walking times from various starting points- Woody's Lunch Box, Crystal Palace, and Tomorrowland Terrace are reopening (source: Blog Mickey)- Park Hopping to return starting the 1st of January, 2021 (source: Thrill Geek)Topic Starts @1:48 ...2) Topic: What attractions would you add a Holiday...2020-11-2354 minDBC PodBONUS EPISODE - Mandalorian Season 2, Episode 3 talk In this bonus episode Jason and Phil discuss the episode 3 of Season 2 of the Mandalorian, The Heiress, on Disney+ ....Let us know what you think of these - and if you would want to participate in a "group watch" in the future* Reminder to like, subscribe, rate, and review the DBC Pod wherever you get your podcast *Follow us on social media:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedbcpodcast/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodDbc- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DBC-Pod-113844536980530Note: This podcast is not affiliated wi...2020-11-1431 minDBC PodThe Holidays come to WDW! Should Disney buy AMC? What exactly is "Welcome to Tomorrowland"? All this and more!Episode 032 ... Week in review of November 7th 2020 covering the following discussion topics ...Reminder, link to ways to support Disney Cast Members (and Universal Team Members): Spreadsheet link from @themeparkettes1) News of the week:- The Holidays come to Walt Disney World - what do we think of the changes?- The Muppets return, and Santa to appear at Disney Springs by boat! (Source: Disney Food Blog)- Cosmic Rewind ride vehicle shown (source: Zach Ridley on Instagram)- System glitch leads to mishap with dining reservations (source...2020-11-0952 minDBC PodBONUS EPISODE - Mandalorian Season 2, Episodes 1 and 2 talkIn this bonus episode Jason and Phil discuss the first two episodes of Season 2 of the Mandalorian on Disney+ ....Let us know what you think of these - and if you would want to participate in a "group watch" in the future* Reminder to like, subscribe, rate, and review the DBC Pod wherever you get your podcast *Follow us on social media:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedbcpodcast/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodDbc- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DBC-Pod-113844536980530Note: This podcast is not affiliated w...2020-11-0723 minDBC PodGet to know us better as we share tales from our visits to Walt Disney World ... Favorite Park Memories, Cast Member Interactions, Background Music, and much more!Episode 031 ... Week in review of October 31st 2020 and this week we don't cover the news! Instead, of our usual format, you get to know us better as we share stories from our visits to Walt Disney World ...1) Walt Disney World Memories:- Favorite entertainment related memories (Topic starts @2:51)- Favorite memory from the parks you have a photo of (Topic starts @14:29)- Favorite Cast Member interaction (Topic starts @19:07)- Favorite interaction with other guests (Topic starts @26:36) ...2) When Disney enters your real life:- Phil...2020-11-0259 minDBC PodAre Disney parks really at 25% capacity? Does Disney having a cloning problem? Plus we discuss your answers to questions we posed on social media, some rumor chatter, and much more!Episode 029 ... Week in review of October 17th 2020 covering the following discussion topics ...Reminder, link to ways to support Disney Cast Members (and Universal Team Members): Spreadsheet link from @themeparkettes1) News of the week:- Bob Chapek says that Disney has still capped attendance at 25% of capacity … is this true? The math says, yes - and we discuss this, but what are your thoughts? (source: NASDAQ)- Disney confirms increase to minimum for member benefits for DVC to 125 points effective 10/19 (source: DVCFan)- Rumors: More virtual queue coming (source: Blo...2020-10-2052 minDBC PodPower of Positivity: what are things we love right now at Walt Disney World? What coming coaster are we most looking forward to? All this and more (attempts at) positivity!Episode 028 ... Week in review of October 10th 2020 covering the following discussion topics - and we try to keep it positive! (enough negativity in the world right now) ...Reminder, link to ways to support Disney Cast Members (and Universal Team Members): Spreadsheet link from @themeparkettes1) News of the week:- WDW Restaurant Updates: Les Chefs de France reopens, new menu at ABC Commissary, and Coronado Springs announces reopening dining options- Winter Summerland Mini-golf to reopen Nov 6th (source: Blog Mickey)- New paint job at the Magic Kingdom T...2020-10-1252 minDBC PodBattle of the Parks (part 2): Popular past guests Julie, Ryan, and Alexis join us to finish our debate of which of the 4 parks at WDW is best! Plus, ways to support Disney Cast Members who have been laid offEpisode 027 ... Show for the week of October 3rd 2020 - part 2 of the Battle of the Parks! ...Julie Guerrero from Dream to Stream (Links: Facebook Group, Twitter and subscribe to her YouTube channel to help her get to 1,000 subscribers!), Ryan Teetz admin on the DISboards and avid Disney runner (Links: Instagram, Twitter, WDW Info articles), and Alexis McLaughlin, from being Jason's sister and Annual Passholder join us to debate which of the four Walt Disney World theme parks is the best ...Alexis is defending the Magic Kingdom, Phil has EPCOT, Julie has Hollywood Studios...2020-10-051h 26DBC PodBattle of the Parks (part 1): Popular past guests Julie, Ryan, and Alexis join us to debate which of the 4 parks at WDW is best!Episode 025 ... Show for the week of September 19th 2020 - special Battle of the Parks episode! ...Julie Guerrero from Dream to Stream (Links: Facebook Group, Twitter), Ryan Teetz admin on the DISboards and avid Disney runner (Links: Instagram, WDW Info articles) Instagram link), and Alexis McLaughlin, from being Jason's sister and Annual Passholder join us to debate which of the four Walt Disney World theme parks is the best ...And we had so much fun we realized we needed to split this into two episodes, so this on only part 1! ...Alexis is...2020-09-211h 05DBC PodJulie Guerrero from Dream to Stream joins us to discuss some Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary rumors, the future of Fast Passes, and our WDW " bucket list" ... all this and much more!Episode 020 ... Week in review of August 15th 2020 covering the following discussion topics ...1) News of the week:- Disney and Actors Equity Union come to an understanding so equity CMs can return to work, paving way for shows to restart (source: Variety)- New content coming to Disney+ (source: Disneyplus tweet on New Lego Star Wars Holiday Special coming Nov 17th and on Magic of Disney's Animal Kingdom - coming Sept 15th) - Rumor: Monorail themed attraction coming to the Play! Pavilion (source: Attractions Magazine)Topic Starts @5:37 ...2...2020-08-171h 04DBC PodState of the Disney Community at large, Mulan to go straight to Disney+ (but at an extra cost), confessions that could get your Walt Disney World fan card revoked, plus a review of "Howard" and much, much more!Episode 019 ... Week in review of August 8th 2020 covering the following discussion topics ...1) News of the week:- Disney release their 3rd Q earnings, and they are not as bad as we expected - but a $3.5bn drop in parks revenue is still a $3.5bn drop- Florida lifts travel restrictions from those traveling from tri-state area (source: Blog Mickey)- Mulan is going straight to Disney+ - but early access will cost you an exter $29.99- Disney+: "Howard", a new documentary on Howard Ashman debuts on August 7th and...2020-08-101h 05DBC PodZach from the Florida Prep Youtube Channel joins us to discuss returning to the parks, what is the most nostalgic ride in each park, we rank the original EPCOT Future World pavilion, and much more!Episode 018 ... Week in review of August 1st 2020 covering the following discussion topics ...1) News of the week:- Universal (via Comcast earnings report) announces layoffs and confirms that construction of Epic Universe is on hold- Haunted Road Attraction coming to Orlando (source: Thrill Geek)- Disney+: Black is King and Muppets Now debuted on July 31st - we discuss our thoughts on eachTopic Starts @2:42 ...2) Zach from the Florida Prep Youtube Channel joins us and shares his thoughts after returning tot he parks following the reopening...2020-08-031h 03DBC PodWhat theme park would you take Walt Disney to? Where do you like to people watch in the parks? Plus discussion of the re-opened parks at WDW and much more!Episode 016 ... Week in review of July 18th 2020 covering the following discussion topics ...1) News of the week:- Disney confirms that several elements of the EPCOT overhaul have been delayed- 2019 Theme Park Attendance numbers have been released by TEA- Stitch, Primeval Whirl, and Rivers of Light are closed permanently Sources: - Scott Gustin tweets on EPCOT delays and attraction closings- 2019 TEA Global Attractions Attendance ReportTopic Starts @2:04 ...2) If you could visit a theme park with Walt Disney which would it be...2020-07-2057 minDBC Pod"Scream Inside Your Heart" and discussion the re-opening preview days at Walt Disney World. All this and much more!Episode 015 ... Week in review of July 11th 2020 covering the following discussion topics ...1) News of the week:- Casting Jude Law in the live action remake of Peter Pan- Disney sends out surveys about certain attraction at the parks- NBA Players will have opportunity to reserve special "after hours" experiences- Japan requiring guests to not scream on rides and instead "Scream inside your Heart"- Disney Magical Express to no longer providing luggage delivery service- 2020 park ticket and resort reservations able to be made...2020-07-1252 minDBC PodPhil shares his experience visiting Hersheypark on re-opening weekend and we discuss a number of rumors including is something very different coming to the Hall of Presidents? All this and much more!Episode 014 ... Week in review of July 4th 2020 covering the following discussion topics ...1) News of the week:- Disney incorrectly charges monthly payment passholders- The opening date for several of WDW's transportation systems is announced- The WDW College Program is suspended indefinitely- Disney and Colin Kaepernick announce partnership deal- Hamilton Delivers 64% bump in downloads for Disney+Topic Starts @1:29 ...2) RUMOR: Hall of Presidents to be changed- Rumor reported on WDW Magic that Disney is looking to alter the Hall...2020-07-0752 minDBC PodSplash Mountain to be rethemed to Princess and the Frog - Kylenne joins us to discuss this, other news of the day, and plenty of other fun Disney discussions!Episode 013 ... Week in review of June 27th 2020 where we are joined by Kylenne, active poster on the DISbaords, to discuss a number of news topics including our thoughts on re-theming Splash Mountain to Princess and the Frog ...1) News of the week:- Disney Park Pass System opens for passholders, and dates in July and August fill up fast, system also now open for ticket holders- Disneyland announces they will delay opening - Alcohol sales suspended at bars in Florida - Everglazed Donuts and Cold Brew coming to Disney...2020-06-2959 minDBC PodDisney Park Pass System - Alexis McLaughlin joins us to discusses her experience with the new system on launch day and other reopening announcements. All this and much more!Episode 012 ... Week in review of June 20th 2020 where we are joined by Alexis McLaughlin who shares her experience with using the new Disney Park Pass System on launch day for her upcoming WDW trip and we all discuss the following topics ...1) Disney Park Pass System (DPPS) launches enabling people to reserve their park days:- System went live on 6/22 starting with guests who have existing resort stays and valid theme park admission ... and there are hiccupsSource: Disney Parks Blog about the DPPSTopic Starts @2:13 ...2) Additional details...2020-06-231h 13DBC PodResort only stay discussion ... What would get your to buy in to DVC? ... What IP to add to Animal Kingdom? ... Adult only trip guilt ... Our ranking of the in-development attractions at WDW ... All this plus news of the week!Episode 011 ... Week in review of June 6th 2020 covering the following discussion topics ...1) News of the week:- Operational changes announced for WDW resorts- MLS to finish their season at WDW- Disneyland announces proposed re-opening plans ... but there is a petition to halt it- New security scanners being tested at Disney Springs- Reflections DVC resort apparently cancelledTopic starts @2:18 ...2) What would make you pull the trigger on DVC?:- Currently neither Jason nor Phil are DVC owners - but...2020-06-1557 minDBC PodDisney pledges $5m and our statement on Black Lives Matter, NBA at WDW set, Universal Orlando Reopens, where are you eating when you return to Disney? what piece of the parks would you want in your home? and much more!Episode 010 ... Week in review of June 6th 2020 covering the following discussion topics ...1) News of the week:- Black Lives Matter statement from us & Disney pledges $5m social justice organizations- NBA and Disney reach agreement to finish the season at WDW. Includes discussion of interesting article from Ramona Shelborne (ESPN) about how it came to be - Universal Orlando reopens! Discussion on reaction from those in attendanceSources:- ESPN article on NBA and Disney: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/29267245/how-adam-silver-nba-stars-owners-negotiated-playoffsTopic Starts @1:26 .......2020-06-0749 minDBC PodDisney announces reopening plans - our thoughts visiting then, update on our bookings for WDW's 50th, and things I wished were at WDWEpisode 009 ... Week in review of May 30th 2020 covering the following discussion topics ...1) News of the week:- Disney submits (and gets approval for) their reopening plans for Walt Disney World, with the first parks to open on July 11th, 2020.- Phil and Jason discuss all that is known and speculated on about the conditions when reopening happens and if we would want to visit while these restrictions are in place- They discuss the impact of moving ADRs to only 60 days - pondering a comment Skier-Pete made on the disboards2020-06-0155 minDBC PodLeadership changes at Disney, Universal to re-open - what are Disney's plans?, Beastly Kingdom vs Pandora, Adding IP to classic Disney rides, and more!Episode 008 ... Week in review of May 23, 2020 - we are joined by Ryan Teetz to discuss the following discussion topics ...1) News of the week:- Management changes at Disney - including Josh D'Amaro being named Chairman, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products - Universal Orlando presents plans to reopen - what's going on with Disney?- Ryan Teetz, moderator for the News and Rumor board at the disboards.com shares his understanding of all that is going on - Topic starts @1:28 ...3) Trip Planning for WDW's 50th A...2020-05-2554 minDBC PodStar Wars Hotel and Dave Filoni talks! More controversial park opinions, planning a trip for WDW's 50th Anniversary, and what would your dream job at WDW be?Episode 007 ... Week in review of May 16, 2020 covering the following discussion topics ...1) News of the week:- New permits filed for Star Wars Hotel- Universal Epic Universe construction put on hold until economy bounces back post covid-19 - Dave Filoni talks about Duel of the Fates on Disney+ Disney Gallery: Mandolorian - Topic starts @1:13 ...2) More Unpopular Park Opinions!- Continuing the discussion from last episode about some park related opinions thatmay - or may not - be controversial- Topics include views on...2020-05-1854 minDBC PodShanghai and Disney Springs announce reopenings, Disney surveys guests on what would cause them to cancel, How do Jason and Phil book their trips? Plus, our take on unpopular opinions!Episode 006 ... Week in review of May 9, 2020 covering the following discussion topics ...1) News of the week:- Shanghai Disney to open with restrictions on May 11th- Disney Springs - phased opening starting on May 20th- Disney sends out survey to select guest with upcoming reservations at WDW asking about various conditions that could impact their trip and what would cause them to cancel- Topic starts @1:53 ...2) How Do we Book Our Trips, and Has that Changed?- Jason and Phil discuss how...2020-05-101h 00DBC PodBonus Episode: Clone Wars finale discussion between Phil his kidsMay 05, 2020 Phil Schoen ... Bonus Episode ... Bonus Episode: Clone Wars finale discussion between Phil and his 11 year old daughter Olivia, with some bonus bonus comments from his 8 year old son Peter ... Note: Spoilers! ... 1) Phil and Olivia discuss the final arc of the Clone Wars series:- Phil goes through the Siege of Mandalore, the last 4 episodes of the Clone Wars series on Disney+, mentioning some Easter Eggs and aspects he really appreciated- Olivia provides her thoughts on what about Star Wars she likes and what were her t...2020-05-0621 minDBC PodOriginal plans for Star Wars in the parks, Prop Culture on Disney+, What will you appreciate more after the pandemic? Listening to park music, and how to do a stay at WDW with a large family, plus news of the week!Episode 005:Week in review of May 2, 2020 covering the following discussion topics:1) News of the week:- DHS turns 31- Performers announced for Disney Family Sing Along Volume II- Disney sent a cancellation notice for Villain After Hours for July 6th- Man Caught on Discovery Island- Topic starts @2:082) Report: Original Plans for Star Wars in the parks- In an interview on WDW Radio, former Walt Disney World VP Dan Cockerell shares what the original plans...2020-05-0446 minDBC PodFirst Ride of the Trip, Souvenirs from Home, Lose a Child and it turns out OK, Adults Only, and Restaurant Recommendations at Disney SpringsEpisode 004: Week in review of April 11, 2020 covering the following discussion topics:1) First Ride of the Trip- What is the first ride you go to on your Disney trip - in general, and specifically if bringing your Grandmother who hasn't been in 30 years?- Jason and Phil then play this forward to first ride in each park, assuming no Fast Pass- Topic starts @1:312) Souvenirs to bring from home- What are Disney inspired things that you can bring from home instead of buying at...2020-04-1253 minDBC PodRumors discussion with Ryan Teetz, Memory Maker, First Time With a Child, and Hard Ticket EventsEpisode 003:Week in review of April 4, 2020 featuring special guest Ryan Teetz (rteetz), moderator of the News and Rumor forum on the disboards.com to discuss:1) Discussion with Ryan about:- His background and where he gets his news and rumors - Topic starts @ 2:20- Stitch's Great Escape remodel - Topic starts @5:43- EPCOT construction - Topic starts @8:50 - Disney's Hollywood Studios impact of additions of Rise of the Resistance and Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway - Topic starts @23:162) Memory maker - yes or no? 2020-04-0555 minDBC PodDisney Holiday Trip, Virtual Queues, Child Care, Preparing for Rides, and Tips and Tricks for Landing ADRsEpisode 002: Week in review of March 28, 2020 covering the following discussion topics:1) Will I regret going on my first WDW trip over New Years?? - The positives and negatives of making your first trip to Walt Disney World over the Christmas holidays- Topic starts @1:432) Additional Virtual Queues Coming?- Rumors hint at additional attractions utilizing virtual queues in the future (like what Rise of the Resistance currently uses with "boarding groups") - Jason and Phil discuss if this is a good thing or not...2020-03-2952 minDBC PodCastle Repainting, Disney+, Break day, and Rope Drop at DHS - Plus background of our fandomEpisode 001: Premiere episode of the DBC Pod where we explain what the pod is (and isn't) and cover the following discussion topics:1) Cinderella Castle Refurbishment- Discuss the new paint scheme, and if it is "bad show" to not hide the work from guests- topic starts @2:522) Disney+- Cover some of the announcements of early releases to the platform- Provide reviews of some of the new original content including Diary of a Future President and Shop Class- Topic starts: @9:582020-03-2258 min