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Disney Parks Podcast Show #934- Disney New For The Week Of July 20, 2026

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #934- Disney News for the Week Of July 20, 2026

This week, we cover the latest Disney Parks news, including:

  • D23 Day at Disneyland Resort (August 13) officially kicks off D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event with free Mickey ear hats, exclusive entertainment, rare character appearances, PhotoPass perks, limited-edition merchandise, specialty food, and the debut of the Disney Princess: The Ultimate Concert Celebration.
  • Disney’s Hollywood Studios has opened its reimagined Animation Courtyard, featuring new attractions like Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live!, Drawn to Wonderland, Olaf Draws!, and The Magic of Disney Animation, opening September 14.
  • Disney Lakeshore Lodge has quietly renamed two of its pool areas. The main pool is now Lakeshore Lagoon, while the leisure pool becomes Cypress Point ahead of the Disney Vacation Club resort’s Summer 2027 opening.
  • A new Haunted Mansion Hatbox Ghost Popcorn Bucket arrives at Disneyland on August 13 for D23 Day. The collectible will be available while supplies last, with a limit of two per guest.
  • Disney+ is developing a reboot of The Mickey Mouse Club, featuring a new generation of young performers, including talent from Camp Rock 3. The project is currently in the pilot stage.
  • Disney revealed more details about the D23 2026 Show Floor, including immersive experiences from Marvel, Pixar, Lucasfilm, Avatar, Disney Parks, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Archives, and more than 50 panels and presentations.
  • The Disney Store has released a new, more detailed “Partners” statue featuring Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse. The collectible celebrates one of the most iconic symbols in Disney Parks and retails for $99.
  • Disney has announced the complete D23 2026 programming lineup, including the Disney Entertainment Showcase, Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase, Disney Legends Ceremony, celebrity appearances, concerts, film previews, anniversary celebrations, and hundreds of fan experiences throughout the three-day event.
  • Disney is reportedly developing a live-action Tiana movie, but instead of remaking The Princess and the Frog, the film will tell a brand-new story centered on Tiana’s life after the original movie. The project is in early development with no cast or release date announced.

Join us for all the latest Disney Parks updates, dining news, and magical announcements! ✨

👍 If you want honest Disney news, deep dives, and what actually matters (no fluff), you’re in the right place.
💬 Drop your thoughts below—which announcement has you the most hyped?

#DisneyNews #DisneyUpdate #Disney2026 #DisneyParks #WaltDisneyWorld #Disneyland #DisneySprings #EPCOT #MagicKingdom #HollywoodStudios #AnimalKingdom

Listen to the Episode Below (0:56:42)

Disney Parks Podcast Show #932- Disney New For The Week Of July 06, 2026

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #932- Disney New For The Week Of July 06, 2026

This week we cover the latest Disney Parks news, including:

  • 🎄 Walt Disney World expands 2026 holiday season (Nov 13–Jan 6) with more days, returning events, and no major new holiday offerings
  • 🏨 Grand Floridian removes its life-size gingerbread house, replacing it with smaller displays to reduce crowding
  • 🍣 Morimoto Asia introduces first-ever Sushi Showdown at Disney Springs, a ticketed tasting competition benefiting charity
  • 🎶 EPCOT Eat to the Beat returns with a full concert lineup running alongside Food & Wine Festival
  • 🎬 Toy Story 5 delivers record-breaking $312M global debut, becoming the biggest opening of 2026
  • ⚔️ Star Wars: Visions Presents – The Ninth Jedi trailer released, expanding the animated anthology into a longer series on Disney+ and Hulu
  • 🎢 Disneyland announces 8 major rule changes, including easier park hopping, end of Early Entry, app upgrades, facial recognition testing, and pin trading restrictions
  • 📊 Overall theme: Disney is focused on longer seasonal experiences, strong box office/content wins, more ticketed events, and operational modernization across parks

Join us for all the latest Disney Parks updates, dining news, and magical announcements! ✨

👍 If you want honest Disney news, deep dives, and what actually matters (no fluff), you’re in the right place.
💬 Drop your thoughts below—which announcement has you the most hyped?

#DisneyNews #DisneyUpdate #Disney2026 #DisneyParks #WaltDisneyWorld #Disneyland #DisneySprings #EPCOT #MagicKingdom #HollywoodStudios #AnimalKingdom

Listen to the Episode Below (0:34:15)

Disney Parks Podcast Show #929- Disney New For The Week Of June 8, 2026: The Ever-Changing Carousel of Progress

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #929- Disney New For The Week Of June 8, 2026: The Ever-Changing Carousel of Progress

Today’s episode covers major Disney updates across parks, cruise line, streaming, and entertainment.

Disney shared new details on Monstropolis at Hollywood Studios, including immersive city theming, iconic movie locations, a Monsters, Inc. coaster, and the “H.U.M.A.N. Day” storyline.

Disney After Hours returns in 2026 to Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Hollywood Studios with reduced crowds, late-night ride access, and complimentary snacks.

Disney Cruise Line is updating policies, including revised alcohol allowances, clearer selfie stick/tripod rules, and updated stateroom decoration guidelines.

Carousel of Progress at Magic Kingdom is getting a major overhaul with updated time periods, a new Walt Disney animatronic, and a refurbishment starting July 2026.

New DVC details reveal Lakeshore Lodge, a large upcoming resort with roughly 876 villas and nearly 1,000 total rooms, expected in 2027.

Disney is also testing a new Disney Store retail concept in malls, starting in Pittsburgh with nostalgic elements and Parks merchandise.

A massive America 250 celebration will span TV, streaming, and both U.S. Disney parks with fireworks, special entertainment, and patriotic experiences in 2026.

Upcoming films include Toy Story 5, live-action Moana, and other major theatrical releases through Summer and Fall 2026.

On streaming, Disney is rolling out Hulu profile integration into Disney+, allowing watch history and recommendations to sync across platforms.

Headlines include Banana Ball coming to Disney World, new park updates, LEGO releases, Smugglers Run secrets, and ongoing Disney Springs and BoardWalk changes.

All this and more on this week’s Disney Parks Podcast! 🏰🎧

👍 If you want honest Disney news, deep dives, and what actually matters (no fluff), you’re in the right place.
💬 Drop your thoughts below—which announcement has you the most hyped?

#DisneyNews #Pixar #Marvel #DisneyPlus #AvengersEndgame #DisneyMovies #MovieNews #StreamingNews #DisneyFans

Listen to the Episode Below (1:02:46)

Disney Parks Podcast Show #927- Disney New For The Week Of May 11, 2026: Disney Springs Sizzles & BoardWalk Buzz!

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #927- Disney New For The Week Of May 11, 2026: Disney Springs Sizzles & BoardWalk Buzz!

👉 In today’s episode, we break down the latest announcements shaking up Disney, Pixar, and Marvel—from brand-new movie details to major re-releases and streaming updates.

🎙️✨ This week on the Disney Parks Podcast, we’re diving into a HUGE wave of Disney news — and Disney Springs is basically turning into an entire summer vacation by itself. We break down everything new coming to Disney Springs including the massive new Level99 interactive gaming experience, Gideon’s Bakehouse launching the darkly delicious new Six Ravens food concept, new Disney+ themed dance parties, and even more shopping, snacks, and entertainment on the way. Your wallet may want to sit this episode out. 😅

We also talk about Disney’s growing AI plans and how the company wants artificial intelligence woven into nearly everything — from vacation planning and Disney+ recommendations to theme park operations and staffing. Mickey Mouse is entering his “smart home ecosystem” era.

Over at Disney’s BoardWalk, new permit filings hint at mysterious new projects possibly replacing former locations like Big River Grille and the Promenade Fine Art Gallery. Could a champagne bar be coming? A luxury bath shop? Disney fans are already in full detective mode.

Plus, we discuss the brand-new Magic Kingdom ferry boat arriving in 2027 — the first new ferry added in decades — and how Disney is preparing transportation upgrades ahead of massive Frontierland and Villains Land expansions.

We also say goodbye to a longtime Magic Kingdom tradition as Disney officially retires the “Let the Magic Begin” castle welcome show, and we share details on the colorful new Bluey-inspired Fairy Bread Cake coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

And finally, Jon Favreau confirms the return of Oswald the Lucky Rabbit in a brand-new Disney+ series featuring beautiful hand-drawn animation from the studio behind Klaus. Vintage Disney fans, this one’s for you.

All this and more on this week’s Disney Parks Podcast! 🏰🎧

👍 If you want honest Disney news, deep dives, and what actually matters (no fluff), you’re in the right place.
💬 Drop your thoughts below—which announcement has you the most hyped?

#DisneyNews #Pixar #Marvel #DisneyPlus #AvengersEndgame #DisneyMovies #MovieNews #StreamingNews #DisneyFans

Listen to the Episode Below (0:59:48)

Disney Parks Podcast Disney+ Podcast #926 – Disney News: Pixar Hoppers Release Date, Avengers Endgame Re-Release, Hexed Cast, Infinity Vision Explained 🚨

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Disney Parks Podcast Disney+ Podcast #926 – Disney News: Pixar Hoppers Release Date, Avengers Endgame Re-Release, Hexed Cast, Infinity Vision Explained 🚨

👉 In today’s episode, we break down the latest announcements shaking up Disney, Pixar, and Marvel—from brand-new movie details to major re-releases and streaming updates.

🔥 Here’s what we’re covering:

🦫 Pixar’s Hoppers
• Digital, 4K, Blu-ray & DVD release dates revealed
• Bonus features, deleted scenes, and behind-the-scenes content
• When it could hit Disney+

🎭 “The Mob” (Hulu & Disney+)
• New reality competition series with celebrity contestants
• Strategy, power struggles, and a $250,000 prize

✨ Hexed
• Hailee Steinfeld & Rashida Jones join the cast
• Magical coming-of-age story with a hidden witch world
• Thanksgiving 2026 theatrical release

🦸‍♂️ Avengers: Endgame RETURNS
• Re-release with NEW footage and deleted scenes
• Connections to Avengers: Doomsday
• Coming to theaters in a brand-new premium format

🎥 Infinity Vision Explained
• Disney’s new premium theater experience
• Bigger screens, better sound, and next-level immersion

📰 PLUS:
• “Fear Factor: House of Fear” renewed
• New Marvel Legends collectibles
• Upcoming Disney+ releases you should have on your radar

💡 Why this matters:
Disney is going all-in—bigger theatrical experiences, stronger home releases, and major franchise tie-ins. This isn’t just news… it’s a roadmap for what’s coming next.

👍 If you want honest Disney news, deep dives, and what actually matters (no fluff), you’re in the right place.
💬 Drop your thoughts below—which announcement has you the most hyped?

#DisneyNews #Pixar #Marvel #DisneyPlus #AvengersEndgame #DisneyMovies #MovieNews #StreamingNews #DisneyFans

Listen to the Episode Below (0:17:52)

Disney Parks Podcast Extra Magic Show – Top 10 Most expensive hotel restaurants to eat at in Walt Disney World

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Disney Parks Podcast Extra Magic Show – Top 10 Most expensive hotel restaurants to eat at in Walt Disney World

🔥 Ready to dine like Disney royalty? In this video, we’re counting down the Top 10 MOST EXPENSIVE hotel restaurants at Walt Disney World—from “pricey but doable” all the way to “did I just pay for a small car?” 😅

We’re talking signature dining, Michelin-starred experiences, rooftop views, fireworks dinners, and one legendary restaurant that turns dinner into a full-blown event. Whether you’re planning a special occasion or just curious how far Disney dining can go, this list pulls back the curtain on the most luxurious meals on property.

👇 Here’s what we break down:
• Where each restaurant ranks (from #10 to #1)
• What you can expect to pay 💰
• What makes each spot worth it… or not
• Which ones are actually worth the splurge

👇 Drop a comment:
What’s the most you’ve ever spent on a Disney drink?

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Listen to the Episode Below (0:35:52)

Disney Parks Podcast Disney+ Podcast #923 – Disney Just Made BIG Moves: ABC New Comedy, Layoffs, ESPN Global Expansion & Alice in Wonderland 4K

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Disney Parks Podcast Disney+ Podcast #923 – Disney Just Made BIG Moves: ABC New Comedy, Layoffs, ESPN Global Expansion & Alice in Wonderland 4K

Disney is making headlines across entertainment, streaming, and legacy film restoration—and we’re breaking it all down in this episode.

In today’s podcast, we cover the latest Disney industry updates including a brand-new ABC comedy in development, major restructuring news affecting Disney+, a global expansion of ESPN content, and a stunning restoration of a Disney animated classic.

🎙️ In This Episode:

📺 FOX Developing New ABC Comedy “The Dogwood”
A new multi-camera sitcom is in early development at ABC, created by Mom co-creator Gemma Baker. The show follows a workaholic mom whose life takes a surprising turn after divorce, reshaping her into an unexpected “divorced dad” archetype.

🏢 Disney Planning Major Layoffs Ahead of Disney+ & Hulu Merge
Disney is expected to cut around 1,000 jobs as it consolidates Hulu into Disney+ in the U.S. This restructuring is part of ongoing cost-cutting and platform streamlining across streaming divisions.

🎬 Disney Re-Releasing “Alice in Wonderland” in 4K Ultra HD
To celebrate its 75th anniversary, Disney is releasing a fully restored version of Alice in Wonderland on digital and Blu-ray, featuring enhanced visuals, archival content, and special screenings.

🌍 ESPN Expands Globally on Disney+
ESPN content is rolling out in 53 new countries, bringing live sports, documentaries, and studio programming into Disney+ for nearly 100 total markets worldwide.

🌱 Disney+ Earth Month “Step Into Wonder” Campaign
Disney launches a global Earth Month initiative featuring National Geographic documentaries, interactive experiences, and conservation-focused storytelling across Disney+.

💬 What do you think about Disney’s latest moves—especially the layoffs and ESPN expansion? Drop your thoughts below!

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Listen to the Episode Below (0:15:31)

Disney Parks Podcast Extra Magic Show – Top 10 MOST Expensive Lounges at Walt Disney World 🍸💸 (You WON’T Believe #1!)

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Disney Parks Podcast Extra Magic Show – Top 10 MOST Expensive Lounges at Walt Disney World 🍸💸 (You WON’T Believe #1!)

Think Walt Disney World is just rides and churros? Think again.

In this video, we break down the Top 10 most expensive lounges at Walt Disney World, where cocktails can cost more than a meal… and sometimes feel like a full-blown experience all on their own 🍹✨

From rooftop luxury at Disney resorts to immersive themed bars in the parks, we’re diving into:

  • 💸 The priciest cocktails on Disney property
  • 🍸 Exclusive lounges with premium spirits & rare pours
  • 🌴 The most unique drinking experiences in Disney World
  • 🏰 Hidden spots where the bill can surprise even seasoned Disney fans

Whether you’re planning your next Disney trip or just curious how far Disney magic (and pricing 😅) really goes, this list will surprise you.

👇 Drop a comment:
What’s the most you’ve ever spent on a Disney drink?

Don’t forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔, and join us for more Disney travel, food, and insider guides!

Listen to the Episode Below (0:18:14)