Episodes

  • More Spirit Jersey with Brandon

    More Spirit Jersey with Brandon
    Oct 8 2025
    This week, a new addition to Storybook land canal boats, a casting call hints at new entertainment, Rex returns for a new party, interact with the Avengers in a different way, Josh Gad takes guests on a spooktacular ride, we finish our conversation with Brandon from Spirit Jersey, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: There has been a lot of speculation on what is happening with Storybook Land Canal Boats at Disneyland since it’s refurbishment started. We finally have at least part of an answer! Between the patchwork section and Mr.Toad’s section a new Rapunzel tower will rise, with wanted posters for Flynn Rider and a secluded dock with a boat inspired by the film. A trellis on the Casey Jr. bridge will feature twinkling lights and play “When Will My Life Begin?” during the day, and “I See the Light” at night. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/rapunzels-tower-coming-to-storybook-land-canal-boats-at-disneyland/ Some new live entertainment is coming to the Disneyland Resort. A casting call has gone out for seven improv actors, vocalists, movers, and dancers for a new production. They are also looking for band members to accompany the show. Submissions are open through October 17th. No word on when this show will debut or what it is. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/10/02/your-dream-job-is-now-hiring-at-disneyland/ Not too long ago, Rex from Toy Story came to Pixar Pier. He is back, but this time he is ready to party. Partysaurus Rex, which is Rex in his party outfit of a viking hat, with red lochs hanging out, and a few necklaces with colorful beads and a peace sign. You can catch Partysaurus Rex in the 2012 Pixar short Partysaurus Rex, which is part of the Toy Story Toons series. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/partysaurus-rex-meet-and-greet-dca/ There is a new way to interact, and maybe get a photo with, you favorite Avenger. There is a new “Avengers Assemble” moment in Avengers Campus where a few Avengers come out together, are introduced by the F.R.I.D.A.Y. voice over the PA, pose for a group photo in front of the Avengers’ jeep, then break up to meet with guests for photos in the area. After a short time, the F.R.I.D.A.Y. voice comes back and informs them they are needed elsewhere, and they disperse. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/avengers-assemble-new-moment-avengers-campus-dca/ One of our favorite previously turned down cast members, and Disney Legend Josh Gad was back at Disneyland recently. This time, he was working the Haunted Mansion. This took place before the Holiday overlay was installed, as he can be seen talking to the caretaker, dancing with the ballroom ghosts, and much more! You might remember that Josh previously worked on the Jungle Cruise as a skipper, was a conductor on the Disneyland Railroad, and worked the Kilimanjaro Safari at Animal Kingdom in Walt Disney World. To see his experience, check out the link in our show notes. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/10/03/a-disney-celebrity-just-became-a-haunted-mansion-caretaker-and-we-are-so-jealous/ https://youtu.be/UTHSUCKCY8s?si=WHP0bZie-C41dFHb The Broken Spell Lounge at the Disneyland Hotel, which opened back in October of 2024, just now got it’s permanent sign. The new sign hangs from the ceiling with a magic wand and twinkling stars surrounding the Broken Spell Lounge name. The lounge is usually open from 4pm to 10pm, with live music daily at 5:30pm, 6:45pm, and 8pm. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/10/05/better-late-than-never-something-new-just-arrived-at-a-popular-disney-hotel-lounge/ Not only is Disneyland celebrating 70 years, but so is the Mickey Mouse Club! The Mickey Mickey Mouse Club premiered on October 3, 1955. To celebrate, some new, retro-style merchandise has come to the resort. There are some classic Mickey ears, a Mickey Mouse Club Member jacket, a Mickey plush, tote bag, tee, and more! – https://www.micechat.com/424727-disneyland-news-ticket-increase-aerial-construction-photos/ In the hub at Disneyland, there are pumpkins that represent each land of the park, with a character representative. Adventureland started this Halloween season with Tarzan, but has been swapped to Jose from Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room. This change makes sense since Tarzan’s Treehouse has been replaced with the Adventureland Treehouse. It is interesting that they swapped this out mid-season. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-adventureland-pumpkin-update/ We have a couple of construction updates to tell you about around the resort. First, the Disneyland Hotel security gates near the old ESPN Zone building are still closed, but the new gates are installed and should be open soon. Over in Disney California Adventure, the TWO new Avengers Campus attractions are coming ...
    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 39 mins
  • Spirit Jerseys with Brandon Ptasznik

    Spirit Jerseys with Brandon Ptasznik
    Oct 1 2025
    This week, catch a movie in Downtown Disney, the Evil Queen is coming to a tiki mug, cast members are recognized as Disney Legacy Award recipients, a new place outside of the parks to enjoy some nighttime entertainment, celebrate Thanksgiving with some characters, we talk to Creative Director Brandon from Spirit Jersey, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Downtown Disney is the place to be in October! The shopping district will be hosting movie nights, presented by M&M’s. The movies will be shown at 7PM at the Downtown Disney LIVE! stage on October 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29th. During the movie nights, a limited-time Disney Wonderful World of Sweets cart will be open offering treats for the movie. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/09/24/why-every-fan-will-be-running-to-downtown-disney-next-month/ Yet another tiki mug is coming to the Disneyland Resort for the Halloween season! The new mug features the Evil Queen on one side and the Old Hag on the other. The Old Hag is holding a poison apple! The first opportunity to get this tiki mug will be through mobile order for pickup at the Disneyland Hotel Grand Ballroom starting at 6am Disneyland Time on October 1st. Pickup windows will be from 4pm to 9pm. The mug designer, Artist Florian Bertmer will be on hand to sign mugs on October 1st, starting at 5pm. The second chance will be at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar on October 2nd. There is a limit of 2 per transaction, while supplies last. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/09/22/why-disney-tiki-mug-fans-are-marking-their-calendars-for-october-1st/ https://www.micechat.com/424379-disneyland-update-halloween-christmas-price-cuts/ A new group of cast members from Disneyland have been recognized as Walt Disney Legacy Award recipients. Only 1% of all cast members receive this prestigious award. This year, a well-known cast member joined the ranks. Steve Finley, best known as the cast member who drives the fire engine on Main Street, was recognized. Joining Steve is Hank Ameen, who we have spoken about previously as being the longest tenured cast member at Disneyland. Alondra Chavez Castaneda from Main Gate Reception, and Carol Vincent a Merchandise Hostess at Company D were also added to the ranks. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/legacy-award-recipients-at-disneyland-resort/ A new location to catch the Halloween Screams fireworks is coming this Halloween season. On select nights, visitors to the Disneyland Resort can experience the nighttime spectacular from the Pixar Place Hotel rooftop deck. There is no requirement to be a guest at the hotel, and there is no purchase required. The soundtrack for Halloween Screams will be played on the deck during the show. – https://www.micechat.com/424379-disneyland-update-halloween-christmas-price-cuts/ We always talk about the confectionary display in the lobby of the Grand Californian Hotel and Spa. This year, the Disneyland Hotel is getting in on the act. A 5-foot-tall Mickey pumpkin, made of 60 pounds of chocolate, 55 pounds of rice cereal, 30 pounds of marshmallows, and 120 founds of fondant, sits in the lobby. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/mickey-pumpkin-confectionery-disneyland-hotel/ Weeklyteers who might want to have Thanksgiving with their extended Disney family have an opportunity. Goofy’s Kitchen is hosting a special Thanksgiving Meal. The meal features a Thanksgiving Day buffet for brunch, or dinner on November 27. Booking opens up for this on October 9th. Visit the link in the show notes for all the details. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/goofys-kitchen-thanksgiving-2025/ A popular location at the Grand Californian is now delayed until early 2026. Napa Rose has been undergoing renovations since April of this year, and was originally scheduled to reopen this fall. When the location reopens, it will feature expanded counters to watch the chef’s in action, natural textures such as reclaimed oak flooring and columns, hand-pinged artisan metals, leathers, deep cabernet colors, and an eye-catching chandelier. The patio will be expanded with more seating and two fireplaces, allowing guests to be surrounded by soft lighting and lush greenery. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/09/24/disney-delays-reopening-of-a-popular-restaurant/ SnackChat: The Pizza Counter – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/downtown-disney-district/the-pizza-counter/menus/lunch-and-dinner/ https://dadsguidetowdw.com/pizza-counter Earl of Sandwich Tavern – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/downtown-disney-district/earl-of-sandwich-tavern/menus/breakfast/ Discussion Topic: Creative Director of Spirit Jerseys Brandon Ptasznik https://www.spiritjersey.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use ...
    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 30 mins
  • 2025 Dreaming Tree Gala in Marceline, MO

    2025 Dreaming Tree Gala in Marceline, MO
    Sep 24 2025
    This week, two new cast members are given a big role, skip waiting for A Christmas Fantasy Parade this holiday season, a new experience is coming to Downtown Disney, behind the scenes with the new Oogie Boogie at Haunted Mansion Holiday, a preview of Mr. Lincoln returning next year, a construction update, we talk about our time at this year’s Dreaming Tree Gala in Marceline, Missouri, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Just a few days ago, two cast members were selected for a very important role at the Disneyland Resort. Michele Mary and Oralia Neria Felix will represent thousands of cast members as the 2026-2027 Disneyland Ambassador Team. This year marks the 60th anniversary of the Ambassador program, which was started by Walt Disney himself for the 10th anniversary of Disneyland. Since the start, nearly 250 cast members have been part of Ambassador teams all around the world. In addition to the parks, Aulani, the Disney Resort and Spa in Hawaii also has an ambassador. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/2026-2027-disney-ambassadors-celebrate-cast-community-disney-spirit/ https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-resort-reveals-2026-27-ambassadors/ This holiday season, there is no need to wait for the perfect spot to see The Christmas Fantasy Parade. The Plaza Inn will offer a dining package starting November 16th that includes reserved parade viewing. The package is priced at $58 per adult and $32 per child. The package includes a creamy potato leek soup, herb-roasted chicken with mashed potatoes, buttered haricots verts served with a caramelized onion sauce, a holiday yule log, and a fountain drink. The childs meal includes chicken tenders served with creamy mashed potatoes, green beans, and chicken gravy with a Hawaiian roll, holiday yule log, and botttled water or milk. Booking starts on September 25th. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/09/20/disney-confirms-full-menu-and-prices-for-exclusive-holiday-dining-package-in-disneyland/#more-1069412 We have talked before about wages at the Disneyland Resort and all the struggles that cast and the company have had coming to a mutually beneficial agreement. Disneyland has agreed to pay $233 million dollars to settle a 2019 class-action lawsuit that alleged Disney was not adjusting wages to match the higher requirements that Anaheim had passed. In addition to the settlement, four unions representing over 14,000 employees struck a deal to raise the base pay to $24 an hour, including back pay with interest to 2019. – https://www.micechat.com/423670-disneyland-news-most-stressful-record-settlement-ceo-succession/ A new experience is coming to Naples Ristorante e Bar in Downtown Disney this Halloween season. Pumpkins & Pancakes is a 90 minute experience that includes a family-style breakfast with hot cocoa and cider, pumpkin picking and decorating, a photo opportunity, take-home treats, and bottomless momosas for guests 21+. Tickets are $75, plus tax and gratuity, for adults, and $39 for kids age 3-10. To reserve a place, check out the link in our show notes. – https://www.micechat.com/423670-disneyland-news-most-stressful-record-settlement-ceo-succession/ https://www.exploretock.com/naples-ristorante-e-bar-anaheim/experience/494937/pumpkins-pancakes?date=2025-10-05&size=2&time=10%3A00 Walt Disney Imagineering is at it again showing off their skills online! This time, they posted a video on Instagram showing off the behind-the-scenes that resulted in the updated Oogie Boogie for Haunted Mansion Holiday. Imagineers show off how they did it and what is new this time – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/haunted-mansion-holiday-oogie-boogie-update/ Weeklyteers who watched the special edition of 20/20 for the Disneyland 70th Anniversary may have seen a preview of Mr. Lincoln, which will be premiering after the 70th anniversary in 2026, in rotation with Walt Disney – A Magical Life. The Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln show will be largely the same, except for the setting. Lincoln now sits in a space similar to the Oval Office, flanked by US and State of Illinois flags. If you missed it on ABC, you can stream The Happiest Story on Earth: 70 Years of Disneyland on Disney+ and Hulu. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/reimagined-great-moments-with-mr-lincoln-first-look/ Not a ton is going on construction-wise in the parks, but there is quite a bit going on in Downtown Disney. The security checkpoint between the Disneyland Hotel and the shopping district is under construction to add a new, permanent gate. The new location for Earl of Sandwich continues to take shape, while work still continues on Lullemon in the old ESPN Zone building, and exterior work on the LEGO store. – https://www.micechat.com/423670-...
    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 58 mins
  • More with River and Kaden

    More with River and Kaden
    Sep 17 2025
    This week, Imagineering is lifting the curtain with multiple videos about their process, a 70th Anniversary special is coming to ABC this weekend, some fiery issues at Disneyland this week, something could be coming to raise tickets and parking at the resort, some new D23 Fan Event details, we finish our talk with River and Kaden, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: The 70th Anniversary of Disneyland continues with a special airing on ABC this Sunday. The Happiest Story on Earth: Celebrating 70 Magical Years of Disneyland, a special edition of 20/20 will cover the magic that it took to make Disneyland what it is today. The star-studded lineup will feature stories ranging from visiting Disneyland with Walt, to childhood memories, and more. The special airs this Sunday, September 21st at 8pm eastern, on ABC, with streaming the next day on Hulu and Disney+. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-70th-anniversary-abc-2020-special/ Have you ever wanted to know all the little details that make up the Disney castles all around the world? If so, the latest episode of We Call it Imagineering is for you. In this latest episode, Imagineers talk about all the details that make the castles the icons that they are. There is an accompanying Disney Parks Blog post that also talks about the unique elements of the castles. To watch this latest episode, head on over to the link in our show notes. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/magic-behind-the-castle-hear-from-imagineers-about-the-dreams-for-these-icons/ Tom Morrow 2.0 is back with another Imagineer That! On the latest episode, they talk about how do Imagineers make mountains. From what kind of mountain they are making, through the model and design phases, all the way through to construction and opening for guests. If this is a topic that sounds interesting to you, check it out at the link in our show notes. – https://youtu.be/YLZlSxFU1rE?si=MXI2Bpso2dRcnXV4 Viewers of the Paint the Night parade at Disneyland got more than they bargained for last week. As The Little Mermaid float made its way towards the hub from it’s a small world, had a power issue and stopped on the route. As it was being towed backstage through the hub, a complication with the brakes led to visible smoke coming from the vehicle. Guests and performers were moved away from the area and the Disneyland Fire Department took care of it. The Little Mermaid Unit was back in the parade on the next evening. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/paint-the-night-little-mermaid-float-fire/ https://www.micechat.com/423339-disneyland-update-parade-problems-predictions-projects/ Another issue cropped up on Main Street the next day! The Emporium, Candy Palace, and Carnation Cafe were briefly closed due to a fire alarm. Guests were evacuated from the spaces and allowed back in a while later. Carnation Cafe opened after Emporium and Candy Palace. No word on what caused this issue. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/09/12/smoke-alarm-causes-evacuation-on-main-street-u-s-a-in-disneyland/#more-1067637 Disneyland, Honda Center, and Angels tickets could be going up. A member on the Anaheim City Council proposed exploring an entertainment tax. Currently, the city only gets tax revenue from hotel stays, but not from park or event tickets and parking. The city council is looking to add this to the ballot for November, 2026 and let the residents decide. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-anaheim-entertainment-tax-tickets-and-parking/ A new ticket deal is being promoted through email, but only to select potential guests. The ticket deal requires a PIN to purchase, which is included in the email. This email is not being sent to everyone, just a group of addresses. No indication on what qualifies someone to get his promotion, but it is out there. The deal is for 1, 2, and 3 day park hoppers starting as low as $139, valid from September 10 through December 12th. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/09/10/why-every-disney-adult-needs-to-check-their-email/#more-1067100 From now until August, we will be getting more and more details about D23 The Ultimate Fan Event, taking place at the Anaheim Convention Center August 14-16. The first major news is that the Collectors Emporium where smaller collectors and vendors were located, will not be part of the event. – https://www.micechat.com/423339-disneyland-update-parade-problems-predictions-projects/ Halloween Time at Disneyland is in full swing, which means we can talk about Christmas! Disneyland’s Candlelight Processional will take place on December 6th and 7th this year. As a reminder, if you want to attend this event, get into the park early and stake out your spot! – https://www.micechat.com/423339-...
    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Pirates of the Caribbean in LEGO with River and Kaden

    Pirates of the Caribbean in LEGO with River and Kaden
    Sep 10 2025
    This week, an amazing event is just a couple of weeks away, getting to know more about Disneyland’s furry cast members, a classic is more accessible, someone special will be visiting the Bibbidy Bobbidi Boutique soon, transportation from Disney World could be coming to Anaheim, we talk with River and Kaden about their Pirate Lego creation and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Dreaming Tree Gala – https://waltdisneyhometownmuseum.betterworld.org/events/2025-dreaming-tree-gala-at-disne Most guests who enter the Disneyland Resort pass by adorable police dogs while entering the resort. This week, the Disney Parks Blog goes into detail about the training of these furry cast members. The K9 unit at Disneyland, known as the Pluto unit, is made up of 28 trained security dogs of various breeds. Once trained offsite and paired with their handler, they are inducted as official Disneyland Cast members. Each get their own ID card and name tag. For more details about some of the handlers and their K9 partners, check out the link in our show notes. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/meet-the-paw-fect-cast-members-of-disneyland-resort/ A Disneyland food staple is now available without a dining reservation! The Monte Cristo sandwich, previously at Cafe Orleans and the Blue Bayou, has been added to the Royal Street Veranda. The classic treat, a deep fried sandwich filled with ham, turkey, and swiss cheese, dusted with powered sugar and served with jam, is just $13.99. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/09/06/review-you-no-longer-need-a-dining-reservation-to-grab-our-favorite-food-in-disneyland-yay/#more-1066145 The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at Disneyland and Walt Disney World will soon be visited by a very prominent family member. The Fairy Godmother will be making visits to the boutiques where little princes and princesses can get all done up like true royalty. This experience will begin in early October, along with new, simplified package options. If you and your little princesses or princes want to meet this royal family member, make reservations early! – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/09/05/alert-the-fairy-godmother-is-coming-to-bibbidi-bobbidi-boutique-in-disney-world/#more-1065894 A new public transit system that is already at Disney World might be making its way to Anaheim before 2028. The Anaheim Investigator, run by an independent journalist, found through open records requests from the City of Anaheim that discussions are ongoing for a gondola system to connect the Honda Center to the Anaheim Convention Center and the Disneyland Resort. The report states that they want this system up and running before the summer Olympic games coming to Los Angeles in 2028. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/gondola-system-could-connect-disneyland-honda-center/https://www.ocvibe.com/ https://anaheiminvestigator.com/2025/09/02/city-planners-looking-at-aerial-gondola-system-to-connect-platinum-triangle-with-anaheim-resort/ Weeklyteers who live in the Bay Area, or planning to visit at the end of October have a chance to attend a unique event at the Walt Disney Family Museum. Former Imagineer and author Jason Surrell will be presenting about his work on the Haunted Mansion and Pirates of the Caribbean. The presentation will be on October 25th at 1pm. Tickets are available now at the link in our show notes. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/walt-disney-family-museum-mansion-pirates-jason-surrell/ A local Anahiem hotel is offering something new just in time for this Halloween season. Sargon’s Darkwood Chamber is a gothic-themed room that is reminiscent of the styling for the Haunted Mansion. The room features dark decor, skeleton lamps, patterned wallpaper and carpeting, creepy paintings, and velvet drapes. If you want to add a night in this room to your Halloween trip, check out the link in our show notes. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/sargons-darkwood-chamber-anaheim-majectic-hotel/ SnackChat: Lamplight Lounge – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disney-california-adventure/lamplight-lounge/menus/ Lamplight Lounge – Boardwalk Dining – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disney-california-adventure/lamplight-lounge-boardwalk-dining/menus/ Discussion Topic: River & Kaden – Lego Pirates Display – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LbwnHF3yk4 https://www.youtube.com/@qwogy1 https://www.youtube.com/@kadensmodifications Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
    Show More Show Less
    2 hrs and 4 mins
  • David Sparks & Disneyland Rucking

    David Sparks & Disneyland Rucking
    Sep 3 2025
    This week, a new Disneyland documentary is coming, new Napa Rose details, a bunch of fun novelties are coming to the resort, go “Beyond the Spires” with Imagineering, we have the dates for the 2026 D23 Ultimate Fan Event, we talk Disneyland Rucking with David Sparks, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Weeklyteers who enjoyed The Imagineering Story on Disney+ are in for a treat! This winter, Leslie Iwerks will release her new documentary “Disneyland Handcrafted” on Disney+ and YouTube. The documentary does a deep dive into Disneyland from early conception to opening day. It will include new footage never seen before during this time. Check out the trailer at the link in our show notes! – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/disneyland-handcrafted-trailer-revealed/ The Destination D23 event started off strong with the announcement of the dated for the next D23 Ultimate Fan Event. The 2026 event will take place from August 14th through 16th, and will still be at the Anaheim Convention Center, along with the Honda Center for the largest panels. Tickets will go on sale in Spring, 2026. – https://www.micechat.com/422442-news-d23-expo-returns-to-anaheim-in-august-2026/ The Napa Rose at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is currently under renovation. At the Destination D23 event, new concept art was shown of the reimagined space. The outdoor patio is being expanded to accommodate more guests, with lush greenery and soft lighting. Two new fireplaces will also be on the patio for guests to enjoy. Inside, the dining room will blend Craftsman style with modern California sophistication. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/first-look-new-concept-art-for-napa-rose-at-disneyland/ A number of new novelty items are coming to the Disney Parks and Resorts. For Christmas, a Holiday Christmas Tree Truck Bucket will be available. Over at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar, two versions of the Holiday Zombie Mug will scare up some fun beverages. A Monsters, Inc. Scream Canister bucket, and a Little Green Men Jetpack sipper are also coming. For Easter, a Winnie the Pooh & Piglet Spring bucket, and later next year, a Bantha sipper will be available at Disneyland and on select Disney Cruise Line ships. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/new-novelty-items-coming-to-disney-parks-and-disney-cruise-line/ At the Destination D23 event that was streamed for D23 Gold Members this past week, a panel called “Beyond the Spires: An Insider Look at Disney Castles” went over some little known facts about the Disney Parks castles all over the world. In addition, the 5th episode of “We Call it Imagineering” will focus on the castles, which will debut on YouTube on September 8th. For all the fun facts and links, check out the link in our show notes. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/disney-castles-hidden-details/ We spoke previously about Hank, the longest standing cast member at the Walt Disney Company. On August 27th, Hank received the Walt Disney Legacy Award, which celebrates the legacy of Walt Disney who exhibit three Legacy qualities: Dream, Create, and Inspire. The Walt Disney Legacy Award is given to cast, crew, and Walt Disney Imagineers worldwide who have these qualities. Hank has been a cast member for the last 62 years, starting as a Jungle Cruise Skipper in 1958. If the math doesn’t add up on that, it is because Hank left Disneyland for a few years to be a Garden Grove Firefighter, before returning to Disneyland. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/meet-hank-todays-longest-standing-disney-cast-member/ Fans of the animated windows on Main Street have a new display to enjoy! A new Moana-themed window, featuring Moana, Hei-Hei, Pua, Maui, the Kakamora, and Te Fiti debuted this week. In the window, Moana is sailing her boat along the ocean with Te Fiti in the background, while also being chased by the Kakamora. – https://www.micechat.com/422119-disneyland-update-pumpkins-projects-pixie-dust/ With The Nightmare Before Christmas decking the halls over at the Haunted Mansion, Madame Leota is taking the opportunity to welcome Jack Skellington to her shop at the exit of the mansion. Outside, a stack of suitcases themed to Jack, Sally, and other Halloween Town residents welcomes guests. Inside, a blue banner hangs welcoming Jack and his friends. – https://www.micechat.com/422119-disneyland-update-pumpkins-projects-pixie-dust/ Pressed penny enthusiasts will be happy to know there is a new Winnie the Pooh pressed penny machine in Bayou Country. The new machine is outside of Pooh Corner, along the walkway by the entrance to the shop. A penny is supplied for the machine, and takes cash, card and contactless payments. – https://www.micechat.com/422119-disneyland-update-pumpkins-projects-pixie-dust/ ...
    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 40 mins
  • Disneyland with MacSparky David Sparks

    Disneyland with MacSparky David Sparks
    Aug 27 2025
    This week, a blast from the past from Imagineering, World Princess Week, 70 hours of celebrations in Anaheim, some Disneyland Resort Hotel perks are leaving, Halloween changes, we talk to David Sparks about Disneyland, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Destination D23, the east coast version of the D23 Ultimate Fan Event in Anaheim, is taking place August 29-31st. D23 Gold Members are invited to join a selection of the event online on Saturday, August 30th, and Sunday, August 31st. The stream will feature select panels including the welcome from Michael Vargo, X Atencio: The Untold Story of a Disney Legend, Be Our Guest with Disney on Broadway, Beyond the Spires: An Insider Look at Disney Castles, and many more. Check out the link in the show notes to sign up and see all the details. – https://d23.com/d23-event/d23-gold-theater-destination-d23-livestream/ https://blogmickey.com/2025/07/disney-plus-subscribers-free-d23-gold-membership-offer/ Fan’s of the Disney Channel at the turn of the century might remember a mini-matronic named Tom Morrow 2.0. Well, he is back hosting Imagineer That on the Walt Disney Imagineering YouTube Channel. Imagineer That! was a mini-show on Disney Channel that answered questions about Imagineering including the science, storytelling, and engineering behind the attractions in the Disney Parks. Tom Morrow is doing all that again on YouTube, talking to the Imagineers of today about these topics. The first episode is out now at the link in our show notes. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/imagineer-that-returns-with-tom-morrow-2-0/ https://youtu.be/0gal-ucgFKU This week is World Princess Week! To celebrate, Disney has a whole lineup of things to take part in. On August 29, the Disney YouTube channel will host a Royal Concert from Disneyland Park. It was filmed in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle, and features voice talent like Jodi Benson – Ariel from the Little Mermaid, Paige O’Hara – Belle from Beauty and the Beast, Anika Noni Rose – Tiana from Princess and the Frog, and Auli’i Cravalho – Moana from Moana and Moana 2. Ginnifer Goodwin – Snow White from Once Upon a Time, and Susan Eagan – Meg from Hurcules host. A Royal Ride Along will feature Jodi Benson taking viewers through Ariel’s Undersea Adventure on YouTube as well. DIsney+ is hosting a marathon of Pricess classics, along with a LEGO Disney Pricess: Villains Unite original. There is so much more. Visit the link in the show notes for all the details. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/world-princess-week-2025-how-to-join-the-royal-celebration/ Disneyland Resort celebrated its 70th anniversary by spreading magic over 70 hours across Anaheim from August 20 through August 22, 2025, with surprise events, including school celebrations, senior sock hops, visits to first responders, veterans, and families. Live entertainment, Disney characters, gifts, and community connections were brought to neighborhoods throughout the city. The festivities included generous acts such as donation vouchers for schools, storytimes and sing‑alongs at libraries, and a $50,000 gift to the Anaheim High School Chamber Singers, all aimed at fostering joy and support across the community. The closing highlight featured a spirited halftime show at Katella High School’s football game, complete with dance teams, a Disneyland Band performance, character appearances, popcorn, and giveaways. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disneyland-gives-back-to-anaheim-with-70-happiest-hours-initiative/ Starting in 2026, changes to perks at the Disneyland Resort Hotels will be changing. The first big change is the discontinuation of early entry starting January 5th. Instead, guests will be given one Lightning Lane per guest per stay. Pixar Place Hotel guests will also lose their private entrance into Disney California Adventure. Guests can still use the Grand Californian entrance. – https://www.micechat.com/421772-disneyland-update-halloween-time-treats-and-a-few-tricks/ Halloween Time has officially begun at Disneyland and some of the decorations have been updated for this year. Along Main Street, the decorations on the lamp posts have lost the “Halloween Time” text, and now feature fall foliage. In the hub, the Critter Country pumpkin that featured Winnie the Pooh has been replaced with a Bayou Country pumpkin featuring Princess Tiana. – https://www.micechat.com/421772-disneyland-update-halloween-time-treats-and-a-few-tricks/ Haunted Mansion Holiday has returned once again this year. Changes to the attraction include an updated gingerbread house in the ballroom, like usual. This year, the gingerbread house isn’t as animated as in the past. The Oogie Boogie at the end of the attraction has also been updated and is much more fluid ...
    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 30 mins
  • More with Chuck and Kevin

    More with Chuck and Kevin
    Aug 20 2025
    This week, the VoluntEARS make an impact, Halloween time begins, a comedian returns to his magical beginnings, new novelties materialize, Tage & Teresa finish their conversation with Chuck Schmidt and Kevin Rafferty and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: VoluntEARS came together to donate and collect over 68,000 school supplies for Anaheim elementary schools. This was a record years, marking the most amount of school supplies ever donated to Orange Grove Elementary School! If that wasn’t magical enough, during a staff meeting Disney Ambassador Raul and Mickey Mouse surprised over 100 teachers and faculty at Orange Grove Elementary. They were there to thank them for their hard work and dedication PLUS gift them all complimentary tickets, for them and one guest, to go and enjoy the 70th celebration at the Disneyland Resort! – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disneyland-supports-anaheim-teachers-this-back-to-school-season/ Halloween time officially begins this week on Friday August 22nd. Decorations have been creeping into the parks. Disney California Adventure had their full spooky transformation and the first Oogie Boogie Bash party happened this past Sunday Night. Over in Disneyland, creepy fan favorites, like the Halloween Tree and Haunted Mansion Holiday, are popping up and the transformation will soon be completed. – https://www.micechat.com/420888-disneyland-update-halloween-begins-avengers-rise-cameras-roll/ The first Oogie Boogie Bash party was this past Sunday Night. Many of our favorite villains returned, including Hades, Ernesto de la Cruz, and Agatha Harkness. Making his bash debut is Syndrome from the Incredibles! His treat trail is located at the Pixar Pier Band Shell. Judge Doom’s treat trail has shifted this year. He can be found by Stage 12 in the Hollywood Backlot. – https://www.micechat.com/420888-disneyland-update-halloween-begins-avengers-rise-cameras-roll/ Steve Martin returned to his magical roots and celebrated his 80th birthday last week at Disneyland. He was there to film a scene for an upcoming project. Filming took place at the Main Street Magic Shop, which is where he worked when he was a Cast Member when he was 15 years old. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-entertainment/steve-martin-oswald-scene-at-disneyland/ PhotoPass is getting an upgrade! The team has been swapping out their old Nikon cameras and replacing them with new full-sensor Sony cameras. – https://www.micechat.com/420888-disneyland-update-halloween-begins-avengers-rise-cameras-roll/ DisneyEats Instagram teased more Halloween novelty items that will be available around the resort soon. The popcorn bucket features everyone’s favorite blue alien, Stitch, dressed as a mummy and ready for trick or treating. Starting on Friday, the Victor Geist’s Spectral Sipper will bring to life the Haunted Mansion’s organ player. The sipper retails at $34.79 and will be available at the Stage Door Cafe and Harbour Galley. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/stitch-mummy-popcorn-bucket-at-disney-parks/ https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/victor-geists-spectral-sipper-disneyland/ SnackChat: Peach Dole Whip Sundae – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/dole-whip-peach-sundae-at-tropical-hideaway/ Oga’s Cantina transitions away from reservations and to walk up only – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/ogas-cantina-disneyland-walk-up-only/ Discussion Topic: Marty Sklar with Chuck Schmidt and Kevin Rafferty Marty, Mickey and Me – Celebrating My Friendship with Disney Legend Marty Sklar – https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/marty-mickey-and-me-celebrating-my-friendship-with-disney-legend-marty-sklar-chuck-schmidt/1147391143 Disney’s Animal Kingdom: An Unofficial History – https://www.amazon.com/Disneys-Animal-Kingdom-Unofficial-History/dp/B0F86HVN2N#:~:text=Beginning%20with%20Walt%20Disney’s%20original,scientists%2C%20engineers%2C%20and%20cast%20members Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 35 mins