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Disney Parks Podcast Show #944- Walt Disney World Railroad Reopens & Santa is Coming to Disney

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #944- Walt Disney World Railroad Reopens & Santa is Coming to Disney

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  • 🏨 Scale Model of Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge Now On Display

  • 📱 Mobile Order Now Available for Breakfast at Polynesian’s Wailulu

  • 🎄 Bluey and Monsters, Inc. Join Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll for 2026

  • 🎶 Alien Swirling Saucers: Lilypad’s Jams Soundtrack Now Streaming

  • 🦃 Raglan Road Thanksgiving Day Menu Announced for 2026

  • 🚂 Walt Disney World Railroad Reopens Ahead of Schedule at Magic Kingdom

  • 🚢 Disney Adventure Becomes First Disney Cruise Line Ship to Allow Children at Palo

  • 🎅 How to Meet Santa at Disney Springs This 2026 Holiday Season

  • 🎆 Walt Disney World New Year’s Eve Fireworks Schedule Released for 2026

👍 If you want honest Disney news, deep dives, and what actually matters (no fluff), you’re in the right place.
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Listen to the Episode Below (1:06:29)

Disney Parks Podcast Show #941- Disney’s $115 Million Disneyland Property Purchase, New Cruise Ship Coming in 2027 & More!

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #941- Disney’s $115 Million Disneyland Property Purchase, New Cruise Ship Coming in 2027 & More!

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

  • 🍽️ Turf Club Reopens: Saratoga Springs’ Turf Club returns with a new menu, cocktails, and horse-racing theming.
  • 🚢 Disney Believe: Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship will debut in late 2027 with Moana, Encanto, Frozen, and more.
  • 🍔 BoardWalk Dining: Disney confirms a new quick-service restaurant is coming to Disney’s BoardWalk.
  • 👽 Lilypad’s Jams: Toy Story 5 character Lilypad brings new music to Alien Swirling Saucers.
  • 🤠 Diamond Horseshoe Lounge: The Magic Kingdom restaurant becomes a limited-time lounge with small plates and drinks.
  • 🎙️ Video Podcasts: Disney+ and Hulu are expanding their video podcast lineup with new genres and shows.
  • 🛎️ Tower of Terror Medallions: Four new collectible medallion designs arrive at Hollywood Studios.
  • 💰 Yamaha Property: Disney buys 25 acres near Disneyland for approximately $115 million for future operations.
  • 🤖 AI Vacation Planning: Walt Disney World begins beta testing an AI tool to help guests search and plan vacations.

👍 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 #d23 #d23expo

Listen to the Episode Below (0:50:15)

Disney Parks Podcast Interview Show #940 With @thedapperdanielle – The Lost History of Walt Disney World

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Disney Parks Podcast Interview Show #940 With @thedapperdanielle – The Lost History of Walt Disney World

Danielle Kelly
Danielle Kelly, known as The Dapper Danielle, is a former Disney cast member with over a decade of experience and more than half a million followers. She creates authentic Disney content focused on the stories, people, and history behind the parks. I Love EPCOT is her second book.

Ian Wilson
Ian Wilson, born in Tallahassee and raised in Anchorage, draws on life between two very different worlds to bridge creativity and clarity in his editing. With five years of experience helping authors refine ideas across social commentary and fiction, he now lives in Nashville with his wife and new baby.

Think you know everything there is to know about Walt Disney World? Think again!

Today, we’re diving into the forgotten stories, hidden secrets, lost attractions, and fascinating little-known facts behind the Most Magical Place on Earth. *The Lost History of Walt Disney World* takes us beyond the guidebooks and into the surprising history of the parks—from attractions that disappeared to props that found new life, and even the unexpected stories behind some of Disney’s most iconic features.

So, whether you’re a lifelong Disney fan or planning your very first visit, get ready to look at Walt Disney World in a whole new way. There’s a lot more history hiding in those parks than you might think!

Let’s take a look at *The Lost History of Walt Disney World*.

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💬 Drop your thoughts below—which announcement has you the most hyped?

#DisneyNews #DisneyUpdate #Disney2026 #DisneyParks #WaltDisneyWorld #Disneyland #DisneySprings #EPCOT #MagicKingdom #HollywoodStudios #AnimalKingdom #d23 #d23expo

Listen to the Episode Below (0:45:06)

Disney Parks Podcast Show #939- Disney Festival Dates Announced & More Disney News!

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #939- Disney Festival Dates Announced & More Disney News!

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

  • 🌺 Flower & Garden: EPCOT’s Flower & Garden Festival returns March 10–May 31, 2027, with topiaries, gardens, food, and Garden Rocks concerts.
  • 🎨 Festival of the Arts: EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts returns January 15–March 1, 2027, featuring art, food, Broadway entertainment, and Disney Lorcana.
  • 🏨 DVC Reservations: Disney Vacation Club is eliminating the “walking” reservation strategy by changing its rules for modifying booking dates.
  • 🌙 After Hours: Disney After Hours returns to all three EPCOT resorts in 2027 with low waits, free snacks, character surprises, and early entry.
  • 🎬 Disney Movies: Disney’s fall 2026 movie lineup includes Cars, Endgame, Whalefall, Hexed, and Avengers: Doomsday.
  • 🎶 Hurly-Burly: A new day-to-night entertainment and dining venue opens at Disney’s BoardWalk on October 1, 2026.
  • ❄️ Olaf Draws!: Hollywood Studios’ new Olaf drawing experience will use an in-person virtual waitlist when crowds are high.
  • 🏰 Disneyland Paris Parade: A brand-new daytime parade featuring characters like Genie, Jasmine, Tiana, Rapunzel, and Miguel arrives in 2028.
  • 🎷 Jazzy Holidays: Reservations open September 17 for the Brown Derby’s adults-focused holiday lounge experience during Jollywood Nights.

👍 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 #d23 #d23expo

Listen to the Episode Below (0:57:31)

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 #931- Disney New For The Week Of June 22, 2026: TOY STORY TAKEOVER

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #931- Disney New For The Week Of June 22, 2026

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

🎡 Disney’s BoardWalk Expansion – New additions are coming, including Hurly-Burly Lounge, Basin on the BoardWalk, and a future quick-service restaurant.

🤠 Toy Story 5 Celebrations – Disney parks worldwide are celebrating with special characters, food, merchandise, and entertainment inspired by the new film.

🌊 Disney Springs Updates – New experiences like Level99, new dining options, and operational changes are transforming the shopping and entertainment district.

🎨 Pixar Summer Fest – Hong Kong Disneyland celebrates Pixar with new shows, character encounters, themed food, and exclusive merchandise.

🍷 New Disney Dining Experiences – Il Mulino launches an Italian wine dinner series, and eet by Maneet Chauhan hosts a kids cooking class.

🇨🇦 EPCOT & Future Park News – La Poutinerie prepares to open at the Canada Pavilion, while rumors continue about future expansion at Shanghai Disney.

🌿 Disney Lakeshore Lodge – The upcoming resort reveals The Wetlands, a nature-themed recreation area featuring pools, play areas, and outdoor activities.

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

Listen to the Episode Below (0:44:11)

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)