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Disney Parks Podcast #880 Interview With Matt Mason Author of At the Corner of Fantasy and Main: Disneyland, Midlife and Churros

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Disney Parks Podcast #880 Interview With Matt Mason, Author of At the Corner of Fantasy and Main: Disneyland, Midlife and Churros

Welcome to the show! Today, we’re thrilled to have Matt Mason with us — a lifelong Disneyland fan since his very first visit at age four. Matt served as Nebraska State Poet from 2019 to 2024 and has taken his love of poetry all around the world, leading workshops for the U.S. State Department. His work has appeared in The New York Times, and he’s a proud Pushcart Prize recipient. Matt is also the author of At the Corner of Fantasy and Main: Disneyland, Midlife and Churros. Let’s dive in!

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    Disney Parks Podcast #879 Interview With Danielle Kelly Author of I Love Disney’s Magic Kingdom

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    Disney Parks Podcast #879 Interview With Danielle Kelly, Author of I Love Disney’s Magic Kingdom

    Danielle Kelly, also known as The Dapper Danielle, is a popular Disney influencer. A former Disney cast member with over 10 years of experience, she creates authentic Disney-themed content that highlights the stories, people, and history of Disney parks. Besides content creation, she participates in speaking engagements and podcasts, often found at Disney parks, enjoys merchandise, and shares her signature phrase about dreaming of churros.

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      Disney Parks Podcast Show #878- Disney New For The Week Of June 30, 2025

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      Disney Parks Podcast Show #878- Disney New For The Week Of June 30, 2025

      In today’s show, we have news about Disney App Updates Make Booking Dining Reservations Easier, Walt Disney World Quietly Reopens ‘Hall of Presidents’ Attraction at Magic Kingdom, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.


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        Disney Parks Podcast Show #876- Disney New For The Week Of June 16, 2025

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        Disney Parks Podcast Show #876- Disney New For The Week Of June 16, 2025

        In today’s show, we have news about 2025 Halloween at Disneyland: Oogie Boogie Bash Dates, Walt Disney World Officially Announces New Polynesian Village Resort Entrance, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.


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          Disney Parks Podcast Show #871- Disney New For The Week Of May 19, 2025

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          Disney Parks Podcast Show #871- Disney New For The Week Of May 19, 2025

          In today’s show, we have news about Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Dates, California Grill Cast Members Celebrate 30 Years  and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.

          Key Takeaways from this week’s show:

          • Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party returns to Magic Kingdom from August 15–October 31, 2025, with trick-or-treating, themed shows, characters, and early entry starting at 4 PM.

          • Event highlights include Mickey’s Boo-to-You Parade, Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular, fireworks hosted by Jack Skellington, and a Zombies 4-inspired dance party.

          • Tickets go on sale May 15 for select hotel guests and May 22 for the general public, with discounts for Annual Passholders and DVC Members.

          • California Grill celebrates 30 years of fine dining at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, spotlighting longtime cast members and their legacy of guest relationships.

          • EPCOT Food & Wine Festival runs from August 28–November 22, 2025, with 35+ food marketplaces, a cheese trail, scavenger hunt, live concerts, and themed boat ride additions.

          • The Beak and Barrel, a pirate-themed tavern in Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland, will feature animatronic bird Rummy, magical decor, and themed dining spaces.

          • Hollywood Gardens Restaurant opens at Disneyland Paris offering American fare in a redesigned World Premiere area, soon to become Disney Adventure World.

          • New Disney resort planned in Abu Dhabi on Yas Island will be Disney’s first Middle Eastern park, blending local culture with immersive, tech-enhanced experiences.

          • Fort Wilderness bus routes are changing due to construction; Orange and Purple routes are now combined, possibly increasing travel times within the resort.

          • Toy Story Midway Mania gets 70th Anniversary upgrades with high-point targets (up to 7,000 points), available from May 16, 2025, through summer 2026.

          • The Little Mermaid—A Musical Adventure is likely joining Lightning Lane when it opens May 27, giving guests an option to skip lines via Multi Pass.


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            Disney Parks Podcast Show #865-Disney New For The Week Of April 07, 2025

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            Disney Parks Podcast Show #865- Disney News For The Week Of April 07, 2025

            In today’s show, news about New Airport Luggage Transfer Service Piloting at Select Disney Resorts, New Show, Character and More Entertainment Coming to Disneyland Resort This Spring, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.

            Key Takeaways from this week’s show:

            1. Downtown Disney Expansion:

              • Lululemon will open a store offering athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories in the former ESPN Zone.

              • Nectar Life will bring vegan, plant-based bath products, launching with a pop-up store this spring.

              • Bopo Go! will open a boba tea café inspired by Asian convenience stores, offering bubble teas and snacks.

              • Two new restaurants by Michelin-starred Chef Joe Isidori:

                • Arthur & Sons Steak and Bourbon (steakhouse).

                • Pearl’s Roadside BBQ (North Carolina-style barbecue).

            2. New Airport Service:

              • Starting April 3, Disney Resort guests can drop off luggage at Orlando International Airport for direct delivery to Southwest Airlines.

              • Available at select Disney Resorts for guests with flights departing after 1 p.m.

            3. Water Park News (Walt Disney World):

              • Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon water parks will open May 21–September 7.

              • H2O Glow After Hours returns at Typhoon Lagoon, with tickets available.

            4. New Entertainment at Disneyland:

              • New show: Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! from May 16.

              • Meet-and-greet with Rex from Toy Story on June 1.

              • Returning events: Pixar Pals Playtime Party and Stitch’s Interplanetary Beach Party Blast from May 23.

            5. New Treats at Disney’s Pop Century Resort (April 4):

              • New ice cream and dessert offerings like sundaes, shakes, and cake bars.

            6. Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic (Nov 14–15, 2025):

              • Unlimited tastings from 23 restaurants, live music, and celebrity chef appearances.

            7. D23 Event – A Goofy Movie 30th Anniversary Tour:

              • Themed events and screenings of A Goofy Movie from May 3–August 28, 2025, in over 20 U.S. cities.

            8. Monsters, Inc. Land Construction Delay:

              • The construction of a new Monsters, Inc.-themed land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been delayed, though it is still expected to move forward soon.

            A lot of exciting new offerings and events across Disney locations!


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            Disney Parks Podcast Show #854-Disney New For The Week Of February 10, 2025

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            Disney Parks Podcast Show #854-Disney New For The Week Of February 10, 2025

            In today’s show, we have news about Hong Kong Disneyland Resort to Celebrate 20th Anniversary, Pop-Up Mini Golf Experience Coming to the Pixar Place Hotel and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.


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            Disney Parks Podcast Show #853-Disney New For The Week Of February 03, 2025

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            Disney Parks Podcast Show #853-Disney New For The Week Of February 03, 2025

            In today’s show, we have news about Dine and Play Returns to Disney Cruise Line, 2025 EPCOT Garden Rocks Concert Series Lineup, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.


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