Magic Our Way - Artistic Buffs Talkin' Disney Stuff (Places and Travel)

We continue our series on Universal Epic Universe. For this episode, we explore Super Nintendo World, where you can ”step right into familiar locations and environments from the Mushroom Kingdom.” We explore the attractions, the dining, and the shopping. What do you think about Super Nintendo World? Have you been to other Super Nintendo Worlds? Are you excited about this new theme park coming in 2025? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion will forever be welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

We continue our series on Universal Epic Universe. For this episode, we explore the world of Dark Universe, “a world of myth and mystery where Universal’s classic monsters are reimagined in an ominous and chilling experience.” We explore the attractions, the dining, and the shopping. What do you think about Dark Universe? Are you excited about this new theme park coming in 2025? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion will forever be welcome on this show.

 

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:54pm CDT

We continue our series on Universal Epic Universe. For this episode, we explore the world of Celestial Park, the hub to the other worlds of Epic Universe. We explore the attractions, the dining, and the shopping. What do you think about Celestial Park? Are you excited about this new theme park coming in 2025? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion will forever be welcome on this show.

 

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 11:36pm CDT

On January 30th, 2024, Universal released a video revealing a good bit of information on what to expect when Universal Epic Universe opens next year in 2025. Throughout this video, we felt like Universal threw some subtle digs, or threw shade, at Disney by the word choices in their script. We examine this video to see if certain statements were digs at Disney by Universal. What do you think about this? Were they digs or not? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion will forever be welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:49pm CDT

Walt Disney World has announced that 1900 Park Fare at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will reopen on April 10, 2024. We discuss what the Disney Parks Blog has announced especially the new characters to be featured for the character meals. What are your thoughts on the new 1990 Park Fare? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion will forever be welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 11:33pm CDT

We discuss our least favorite Disney E-Ticket attraction. Now, it is not that we dislike these attractions, but rather these are our least favorite ones. We like so many of the E-Ticket attractions that we felt it was easier to discuss our least favorites, which is a much smaller list. What are some of your least favorite E-Ticket attractions? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion will forever be welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:52pm CDT

With the return of the Disney Dining Plan in 2024, we once again ponder if it is worth it. We go through an exercise in which two of us plan a vacation using the Quick Service Dining Plan and the other two plan a vacation using the regular Disney Dining Plan. But, we stay true to ourselves by ordering what we would normally get during each of our vacations. What do you think about the 2024 Disney Dining Plan? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion will forever be welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:55pm CDT

For the third show of the new year, we remind you of all the new things coming to Disneyland for 2024. We discuss the return of Pixar Fest and Fantasmic, the closure of the Haunted Mansion, return of the parades and projection shows, and much much more! What do you think about these new things coming for 2024? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion will forever be welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:46pm CDT

For the second show of the new year, we remind you of all the new promotions and new things coming to Walt Disney World for 2024. We discuss the Dining Plans, Park Hopping, Good to-Go Days, attractions, and much much more! What do you think about these new things coming for 2024? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion will forever be welcome on this show.

 

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:04pm CDT

As a follow-up to our Holiday Encore episode last week in which we discussed past Walt Disney World holiday celebrations, Rachel describes her experience with the Festival of the Holidays during her recent trip to Epcot. Plus, we discuss the World Celebration Gardens, Dreamers Point, and Luminous: a Symphony of Us. Thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion will forever be welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:18pm CDT

Recent events enable us to continue our series on Bad Behavior in the Disney Parks. For this show, we discuss the “bathroom video voyeur,” John Stamos banned, and Mr. “It’s a Nude World After All.” Thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion will forever be welcome on this show.

 

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 12:15am CDT

Rachel discusses some travel related news items: Mabrika Cove and Serenity Bay on Disney’s new island, new Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas treats, and the Luminous preview. What are your thoughts on any of these news items? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

 

Give us a listen, ya’ heard! We appreciate your support. 

 

-Kevin, Danny, Eli, & Rachel

 

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:55pm CDT

We present stories of our best and worst guest interactions in the Disney parks. This is the first in a series of shows in which we discuss our best and worst experiences of a given topic. What is your best and worst guest interaction? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

Give us a listen, ya’ heard! We appreciate your support. 

-Kevin, Danny, Eli, & Rachel

 

DISCLAIMER

Please note: the Magic Our Way Podcast is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its entities. All opinions expressed therein are solely those of the Magic Our Way podcast. No animals were harmed in the making of this podcast. The Magic Our Way Podcast, Magic Our Way LLC, Kevin, Danny, Eli, and Rachel do not own the rights to some of the sound clips in this show; however, some sound clips are presented via a direct performance license through podcastmusic.com, canva.com, and envato.com.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:07pm CDT

Special guest Eric, a long-time MOWican, discusses his first-hand experience of the new Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana attraction which just opened in Epcot. Plus, Rachel discusses some travel news including the park hopper and some never-before-seen discounts. Thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

 

Give us a listen, ya’ heard! We appreciate your support. 

 

-Kevin, Danny, Eli, & Rachel

 

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:09pm CDT

Kevin had the opportunity to take a little side jaunt to Walt Disney World while he was down in Orlando for a convention. Hear Kevin discuss his first time riding Tron, his first time dining at Spice Road Table, and his first team meeting a long-time MOWican in person. Thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:46pm CDT

Danny presents a question based on his and Eli’s last trip to Walt Disney World and Universal Studios Orlando - Who Does Adulting Better: Disney or Universal? Universal says they are there for when you grow out of the pixie dust, but do they do a better job for adults than Disney? Thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:12pm CDT

We discuss everything that came out of the Disney Parks, Experiences and Products presentation at the 2023 Destination D23 event over the weekend. Zootopia, Tropical Americas, Disney Treasure and Disney Adventure, and much more! Thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:58pm CDT

Long-time MOWican “JP,” our California Consultant, joins us for 5 Questions with a MOWican where we ask him things like “What will happen to Critter Country?”, “Does Walt Disney World need a 5th Gate?”, “Which is better, the Matterhorn or Expedition Everest?” and much more! Thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

 

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:37pm CDT

New Orleanians discuss the menu for Tiana’s Palace, the new restaurant opening in Disneyland in September 2023. Also, we wonder if IP in Disney Parks restaurants will be the norm going forward and which current restaurants could benefit from adding IP. Thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.


Kevin plays inquisitor and presents 5 questions that every avid Disney parks fan should be able to answer off the top of their head. What were your answers to our questions? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:08pm CDT

Rachel presents her experience at the Disneyland Resort in California. Hear about Rogers the Musical, Magic Happens, Trader Sam’s, Oga’s Cantina, and much, much more! Thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:56pm CDT

We discuss the new offerings at the Food and Wine Festival and the new eatery at the Boardwalk, Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs. Plus, we wrap up Rachel’s mother/son trip report. Ready to book a trip? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:23pm CDT

Rachel describes her June 2023 mother/son trip to Walt Disney World. Hear about finding Baymax in a blind box and their Crystal Palace experience. Ready to book a trip? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

 

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

We present the fourth and final part of Danny and Eli’s May 2023 Trip to Walt Disney World, where they reminisce about the Australian that wanted to party with them. Also, we discuss the June 2023 changes to Genie+ in WDW. What are your thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:54pm CDT

We present the third part of Danny and Eli’s May 2023 Trip to Walt Disney World when they got packed into a bus and experienced Disney H2O Glow After Hours at Typhoon Lagoon. What are your thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:30pm CDT

Danny and Eli discuss day 2 of their May 2023 Trip to Walt Disney World when they rode Tron. Plus, Rachel discusses the return of the Disney Dining Plan. Also, Kevin offers his thoughts on the live-action Little Mermaid. What are your thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:52pm CDT

Danny and Eli discuss day 1 of their May 2023 Trip to Walt Disney World. Hear how a 20-year-old broke Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and how someone tried to give Eli his kid. Got any questions for these guys? If so, let us know about your experience at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:06pm CDT

Rachel discusses her trip to Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort in South Carolina. Have you visited Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort? If so, let us know about your experience at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:07pm CDT

We discuss the changes coming to  Walt Disney World in 2024. Depending on how you view these changes may improve or worsen your next vacation to the Florida resort. Does this entice you to book a trip to WDW in 2024?  Let us know your thoughts about this change at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:01pm CDT

We celebrate Animal Kingdom’s 25th anniversary by playing a game with some trivia and history. Plus, Captain Cajun Chavez y Chavez Kirk stops by with some notes about our show #469. How did you do with the trivia game? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:45pm CDT

We discuss the YouTube Channel Mickey Views’ predictions of WDW Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland being replaced by a New Orleans street, a desert land beyond Big Thunder Mountain with Coco and Encanto, and a Villains Land beyond the Haunted Mansion. What do you think of all this? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

 

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:44pm CDT

We go on a quest to determine which 3D movie attraction at Walt Disney World is the best. We compare MuppetVision 3D, Mickey’s Philharmagic, and It’s Tough To Be A Bug against the following criteria: queue, theme/immersion, overall experience, story, and repeatability. What did you think of our findings? Who was your winner? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:39pm CDT

We present the magic that Disney has planned and reveal the magic we would like to see, as in the things that would make us book a trip today. For this show, discuss Disney Cruise Line’s  Lighthouse Point, Animal Kingdom’s 25th Anniversary plans, and the leaked Mary Poppins attraction concept art. Also, it’s Rachel’s first show! Thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:44pm CDT

We welcome the Roberges, Rachel and Josh, back to the show again to discuss Rachel’s experience on Tron Lightcycle Run at Walt Disney World. Are you looking forward to trying out this attraction? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 11:49pm CDT

We welcome the Roberges, Rachel and Josh, back to the show. Josh relates his experience on the Halcyon, and we discuss what could be done to save it. Then, Rachel discusses the light summer bookings for Walt Disney World and what it would take for us to book a trip. What are your thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

We happily welcome Mr. Michael Maines, a former Walt Disney Entertainment executive cast member, to the podcast. Mr. Maines tells us how his experience at New Orleans’ Mardi Gras influenced the creation of Disneyland’s Party Gras Parade in 1990. It’s another story about that Disney/New Orleans connection. What are your thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:47pm CDT

We present the next episode in our new series called Theming Wars, where we do our best to objectively determine which theme is better: the original or the new. For this episode, we look at Maelstrom and Frozen Ever After and judge them against the following parameters: queue, immersion, ride experience, story, and repeatability.   How did your scoring go for this matchup? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

We present a new series called Theming Wars, where we do our best to determine which theme is objectively better: the original or the new. For this episode, we look at Test Track and Test Track 2.0 and judge them against the following parameters: queue, immersion, ride experience, story, and repeatability.   How did your scoring go for this matchup? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 11:53pm CDT

What if you are traveling to the Disney parks with a group of adults sans kids? Each of us discusses what we think is the best park for adults. Plus, we answer a listener email.   What do you think is the best park for adults? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:21pm CDT

Crazy news week! On the Disney side, we discuss park-hopping, parking fees, Genie+ ride photos, Tron, Tianas!, Happily Ever After, and Epcot Forever. On the Universal side, we discuss the Area 15 expansion in Las Vegas and the new park in Frisco, TX.  What do you think of all this news? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:57pm CDT

In this show, Lee discusses the latest Walt Disney World vacation offer called Play, Stay, & Dine, Find out what’s included, what’s not included, what the cost is, and much, much more. What do you think of Play, Stay, & Dine? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:46pm CDT

We discuss all the price and policy changes that took place recently: Disney+, Genie+, Space Mountain, and the price hikes for one-day tickets. What are your thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:30pm CDT

For this show, we look at Bob Iger’s first two weeks as CEO of The Walt Disney Company, from Sunday, November 20, 2022, to Saturday, December 3, 2022. What are your thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:06pm CDT

For this show, we present even more examples of bad behavior on Disney property. We have Mr. Baica No Bother, The Animal Kingdom Asia Slapdown, The Philharmagic Brawl, and Finding Quashon. What are your thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

We discuss Kevin’s recent jaunt to Walt Disney World over Halloween weekend. Plus, we have some announcements, and we honor Alice Davis. What do you think about Boma? What is your favorite Alice Davis costume? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

We discuss things we wish The Walt Disney Company would bring back. It’s a Magical a-Musings show! What do you wish Disney would bring back? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:16pm CDT

We discuss the latest Disney price hikes and Marvel’s She-Hulk season finale. Will you pay for Genie+ now? How did you feel about the She-Hulk finale? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

 

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:57pm CDT

We discuss the things we hate doing after we have returned from a Disney vacation. Plus, we discuss the recent menu changes at The Hollywood Brown Derby at Walt Disney World. What things do you hate doing? What are your thoughts on the new Brown Derby menu? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

Lee discusses his experience with a Disney plaid during his VIP tour at Walt Disney World. Have you ever done one of these tours with the plaids? Thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:11pm CDT

Do you have to love Figment to be considered a Disney fan? Why do people love Figment? We continue a discussion of a question posed by Lee in the Magic Our Way Facebook group. We discuss our love for Figment and whether that love is a necessary criterion for being a Disney fan. Thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:54pm CDT

We continue to help a long-time MOWican and Disneyland veteran plan her family’s trip to WDW. Listen to part 1 on show #437. What suggestions would you have made? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

We discuss all stateside announcements revealed during the A Boundless Future: Disney Parks, Experiences and Products presentation at the D23 Expo 2022 on Sunday, September 11th. What did you think about the announcements? What did you think about our thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:28pm CDT

We help a long-time MOWican and Disneyland veteran plan her family’s trip to WDW. What suggestions would you have made? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

Inspired by Disneyland Paris, we discuss our thoughts on retheming Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster in Walt Disney World.  How would you retheme Walt Disney World’s Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:17pm CDT

Downs on the Grounds (Stephen and Sarah) discuss their trip to Disneyland Paris. Listen to what they ate, drank, and experienced. Have you ever visited Disneyland Paris? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

Kevin discusses some Disney magic that his family encountered and the crisis in the Seas with Nemo and Friends bathroom. This is Kevin's July 2022 Walt Disney World trip report: part 3 of 3! Have you ever had an issue with a Disney parks bathroom? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:57pm CDT

Kevin discusses his first experiences at some new restaurants and his first experience at Typhoon Lagoon. This is Kevin's July 2022 Walt Disney World trip report: part 2 of 3! What are your thoughts on Typhoon Lagoon? What questions do you have about his dining experiences? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:42pm CDT

Kevin discusses his first experience riding Cosmic Rewind and using the Disney Genie/Lightning Lane system. This is Kevin's July 2022 Walt Disney World trip report: part 1 of 3! What are your thoughts on Cosmic Rewind and the Disney Genie/Lightning Lane system? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

For this episode, we discuss Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Sunset Boulevard – The Right Side. This show is part of the Did You Know-tice series where we give you some details to look for while in the parks along with a little history about it. This multi-part show is presented by our very own Lee. 

How many did you notice? Or, did you know this already? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:33pm CDT

For this episode, we each give 3 things that we refuse to do in the parks regardless of the fact that everyone else is doing it. What did you think about our discussion? What are some of your refusals? Let us know your thoughts at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

Eli describes to us 5 things to know about Ms. Marvel from the comics to help us prepare for the Disney+ series that begins on June 8, 2022. What did you think about our discussion?  Let us know your thoughts about this change at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

We present a tale of two Walt Disney World trips: Danny’s trip with his family and Lee’s return trip with Magical Moments Vacations travel agents. Find out how their trips ended in this final of a 3-episode series. Let us know your thoughts at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:57pm CDT

We present a tale of two Walt Disney World trips: Danny’s trip with his family and Lee’s return trip with Magical Moments Vacations travel agents. One trip started well and the other..well, you’ll have to listen to find out. How do you feel about customer service as of late? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:15pm CDT

Danny discusses his first Disney Cruise Line experience aboard the Disney Dream. This is a trip report. Have you been on a Disney Cruise Line ship? What questions or comments do you have? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.
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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

We respond to some of the listener email that has been sent to us in the previous months. What questions or comments do you have for us? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 8:35am CDT

Lee traveled to Walt Disney World with his family in March 2022. For this show, we discuss his first-time experience with the Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lane system. This is part 2 of 2 of Lee’s trip report. Check out show #415 for part 1. How was your experience with the Genie? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

Lee traveled to Walt Disney World with his family in March 2022. For this show, we find out whether Lee actually did his must-dos during this trip. This is part 1 of 2 of Lee’s trip report. Do you think Lee did them all? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

We present another Magical A-Musings episode. For this show, we discuss our three “Must-Dos” outside of the main Walt Disney World parks. We consider eateries, attractions, shopping, etc…pretty much anything that can be done in the parks. What are some of your Must-Dos outside of the main parks? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

We present another Magical A-Musings episode. For this show, we discuss our three “Must-Dos” at Animal Kingdom in Walt Disney World. We consider eateries, attractions, shopping, etc…pretty much anything that can be done in the parks. What are some of your Must-Dos at Animal Kingdom? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

We present another Magical A-Musings episode. For this show, we discuss our three “Must-Dos” at Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World. We consider eateries, attractions, shopping, etc…pretty much anything that can be done in the parks. What are some of your Must-Dos at Hollywood Studios? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:09pm CDT

We present another Magical A-Musings episode. For this show, we discuss our three “Must-Dos” at Epcot in Walt Disney World. We consider eateries, attractions, shopping, etc…pretty much anything that can be done in the parks. What are some of your Must-Dos at Epcot? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

We continue our academic exploration as we try to answer the question, “has Walt Disney World’s 50th-anniversary celebration fallen flat as of late?” For this episode, we make our decision based on this criterion: a comparison with previous promotions. What is your response to our question? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:38pm CDT

We get a little academic as we try to answer the question, “has Walt Disney World’s 50th-anniversary celebration fallen flat as of late?” For this episode, we make our decision based on this criterion: a comparison of what was announced and what was delivered for the 50th. What is your response to our question? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

We present another Magical A-Musings episode. For this show, we discuss our three “Must-Dos” at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. We consider eateries, attractions, shopping, etc…pretty much anything that can be done in the parks. What are some of your Must-Dos at the Magic Kingdom? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

 

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

For this episode, we discuss what our favorite drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, are at the U.S. Disney Parks. We finally have them all documented on one show. What are some of your favorite beverages at Disney parks? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

For this episode, each of us lists the 3 attractions in Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom that we are comfortable skipping. This is a Magical a-Musings episode, a short-form segment for the many small discussion topics we create. What are your thoughts on these new stories? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.
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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

For this episode, we discuss some recent Disney news: plastic bags for lightsabers, prices hikes on food, and popcorn bucket craziness. What are your thoughts on these new stories? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:56pm CDT

In honor of Walt Disney World’s 50th, Professor X joins us to discuss extinct modes of conveyances, which either could have been used for transportation or entertainment. It’s transportainment if you will. What are your thoughts on this topic? Which modes of trnasportainment did you experience? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:54pm CDT

For this episode, each of us lists the 3 attractions in Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios that we are comfortable skipping.

Welcome to Magical a-Musings, a short-form podcast to house the many small discussion topics we create. This show will be offered on the same feed as our long-form show, so no new subscription is needed. 

As always, your opinions are always welcome on our show. Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

For this episode, each of us lists the 3 attractions in Epcot that we are comfortable skipping.

Welcome to Magical a-Musings, a short-form podcast to house the many small discussion topics we create. This show will be offered on the same feed as our long-form show, so no new subscription is needed. 

As always, your opinions are always welcome on our show. Let us know what you think about this show by leaving a comment down below or at show@magicourway.com. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

In this episode, we discuss recent Disney news. We talk about the Galactic Starcruiser promo that was promptly taken down by Disney amid backlash. Then, we discuss the reopening of Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin featuring a very modest Jessica Rabbit clothed in a trenchcoat. 

What are your thoughts on these news stories? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

For this episode, each of us lists the 3 attractions in the Magic Kingdom that we are comfortable skipping.

Welcome to Magical a-Musings, a short-form podcast to house the many small discussion topics we create. This show will be offered on the same feed as our long-form show, so no new subscription is needed. 

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

For this episode, we discuss Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Animation Courtyard/Center Stage area. This show is part of the Did You Know-tice series where we give you some details to look for while in the parks along with a little history about it. This multi-part show is presented by our very own Lee. 

How many details did you notice? Or, did you know this already? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 4:10pm CDT

We discuss our tips for having a relaxing, stress-free Disney Parks vacation. What tips do you have? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:35pm CDT

We present the last of three episodes dedicated to our WDW Trip during the 50th Anniversary weekend. In this episode, we discuss Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, Harmonious, Steakhouse 71, and much more! What did you think? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 2:17pm CDT

We present the second of three episodes dedicated to our WDW Trip during the 50th Anniversary weekend. In this episode, we discuss Space 220, Enchantment, and our experiences on Anniversary Day. What did you think? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

We present the first of three episodes dedicated to WDW Trip during the 50th Anniversary weekend. In this episode, we discuss the BIG SURPRISE, plus respond to listener comments and emails. What did you think? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

We present an encore of the very first Halloween episode that we ever did. This episode was released as part of MOW #026 in February 2014. Not in October, weird, right? Because life is full of surprises, we are afforded the opportunity to release this Halloween special in October, giving it the respect it deserves. 

We present myths about the Haunted Mansion, a list of the top 5 scariest Disney attractions, and armchair imagineer Halloween overlays on existing attractions. What are your thoughts and ideas? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:17pm CDT

We go on a quest to figure out which land in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World is the best. We compare each of the lands: Main Street USA, Adventureland, Frontierland, Liberty Square, Fantasyland, and Tomorrowland. And, we use the following criteria: attractions/entertainment, dining, shopping, and theming/area music. 

What did you think of our findings? Who was your winner? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:10pm CDT

We discuss some recent Disney News: Rise of the Resistance virtual queue is paused; a man books ride reservations with a stolen Disney iPad; and Space 220 finally releases their opening menu. What are your thoughts on these news stories? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:33pm CDT

With Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary just around the corner, we discuss which unbuilt attractions and which extinct attractions we would like to see in each of the parks. Which attractions would you like to see built or return for the 50th? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:52pm CDT

For this episode, we discuss our Top 5 rides that we would be not want to be stuck on...as in the ride stopped for either a long or short period of time possibly resulting in evacuation. Which rides would you not want to be stuck on? Which rides have you been stuck on? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:51pm CDT

We pay tribute to Stacey J. Aswad, host of Resort TV’s Top 7 Must Sees and Must Do Disney programs at Walt Disney World. It wasn’t a Walt Disney World vacation for any of us until we turned on the television in our rooms and watched Stacey give us a rundown of everything we had to do. Eli and Lee are contestants for a game consisting of genuine “Stacey-isms.” How did you do? Could you have beaten Eli or Lee? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:00pm CDT

For this episode, Professor X joins us to discuss our experiences, the history, and the backstory of Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Have you ever stayed there? If so, what did you think? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 1:21pm CDT

For this episode, we ponder the question of what Disney should offer Universal to get the entire Marvel franchise. This is an exercise in which Danny plays a Universal executive who is willing to hear offers from three Disney executives, Eli, Kevin, and Lee. 

If you were the Disney executive, what would you have offered? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:39pm CDT

For this episode, we discuss Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge. This show is part of the Did You Know-tice series where we give you some details to look for while in the parks along with a little history about it. This multi-part show is presented by our very own Lee. 

How many details did you notice? Or, did you know this already? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

Direct download: MOW_378_MASTER.mp3
Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 10:58pm CDT

For this episode, we welcome one of our West Coast MOWicans, “JP,” onto the show to discuss his experience in the recently opened Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure at the Disneyland Resort. JP reviews the WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure attraction plus the food and the land itself. 

What are your thoughts on this? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every view is welcome.

Direct download: MOW_377_MASTER.mp3
Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 11:14pm CDT

For this episode, Lee discusses his recent trip to Universal Studios- Florida and Walt Disney World. Lee talks about his various experiences on this trip and provides us some tips gleaned from those experiences. 

What are your thoughts on this? Do you have any tips that you would like to share? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every view is welcome.

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Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 11:05pm CDT

For this episode, Lee discusses his recent trip to Universal Studios- Florida and Walt Disney World. Lee talks about his various experiences on this trip and provides us some tips gleaned from those experiences. 

What are your thoughts on this? Do you have any tips that you would like to share? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every view is welcome.

Direct download: MOW_376_MASTER.mp3
Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 11:04pm CDT

For this episode, we are discussing some Marvel news! First, we discuss an apology for a whitewashed Ancient One. Then, we discuss an impending pay-for-play situation at Avengers Campus for the Spider-Man ride. To end, we check out the food options in Avengers Campus.   

What are your thoughts on this? What are you looking forward to experiencing in Avengers Camps?  Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.

Direct download: MOW_375_MASTER.mp3
Category:Places and Travel -- posted at: 9:59pm CDT