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In the 235th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave recap what was quite a year! Its the annual review of the year's past, this time, a look back, month by month of 2024.
First, Jenn has her DuckTales (Woo Hoo!) coffee cup, and Dave gives his review on the fantastic John Williams documentary "Music by John Williams", available on Disney+
Then, kicking off in January 2024, with the elimination of Park Pass Reservations and the return of the Disney Dining Plan, we revisit some of the biggest stories of the year -- the opening of Tiana's Bayou Adventure... Country Bears closed and opened... Epcot walls coming down... Fort Wilderness Cabins... the Cake Bake Shop... Genie+ going away and Multi Pass is here to stay... a refresher on all things D23...
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In the 234th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave finally get to record again! After an extremely hectic holiday season that saw Jenn take TWO trips to Walt Disney World, while d$ took a 7 day trip that turned into 10 days, they are both here to give the scoop on all the news and reviews.
First up, a quick review of the Disney+ documentary "Jim Henson: Idea Man", a movie that d$ absolutely loved. Then, the fate of Rip Ride Rockit at Universal, plus how Animal Kingdom's Boneyard can be saved. Free Dining was announced recently, while Big Thunder Mountain and Gran Fiesta Tour are both closed for refurb - one with a much longer down time than the other.
To finally cap off the Christmas season, they give their thoughts on 2024's Jollywood Nights event and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, while Jenn chats about her New Years night spent in Epcot.
Then d$ shares a little about his travels to WDW, and why three of those vacation days were spent in the hospital - and the incredible respond of Disney.
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It was our 200th episode last April, and our good friend of the show Derek Frank suggested this for ENCORE week here at the podcast... the Attraction Bracket!
Derek put together 64 shows/rides/attractions for a tournament style episode and d$, Jenn, Derek, and Quasi-Producer Heather, aka The Moana Mom, discuss each "match", one on one, to determine the best thing at WDW.
Plus, this ep was when the Tiffany vs Debbie Gibson debate surfaced between d$ and Heather.
Enjoy (or re-enjoy) this ENCORE ep from April 2024! -
Today's ENCORE episode of the Main Street Electrical Podcast is one of Quasi-Producer Heather, aka The Moana Mom's, faves -- the one with the news from D23.
Back in August, Heather attended D23 in Anaheim and she, Jenn, d$, and #KylaKylaKyla spend a good hour+ discussing all the closings (Tom Sawyer Island, Dinoland) and all the things to come (Tropical Americas, Villains Land, etc), plus lots of speculation (this was recorded before we knew the fate of Muppet Courtyard and Monsters Inc Land.
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It's day 2 of ENCORE Week of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, as we are giving you five of our fave episodes from 2024 (and in today's case, 2023!). Upon a Star Jenn has listed this as one of her all time faves, and with good reason... the Ride ReThemes are pretty fantastic, as we bring in our good friends influencer Derek Franks and podcaster Ryan Street.
If you've heard the episode, it's a fun day to enjoy it again... if you've never heard it, then it's a great way to pick up the show! -
It's ENCORE Week here at The Main Street Electrical Podcast, as we are serving up 5 of our fave episodes from the past year -- hear it for the first time, or hear it again!
Our first ENCORE is the one where Kyla came on and we discussed re-doing the soundtrack to Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind -- the episode was originally released on May 23rd, 2024, as Episode 206!
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First up, Jenn is getting ready for her trip, Kyla is spending a fortune on passes,
Retheming Rock'n Roller Coaster and why rock bands may not work... The best Beatle, the worst Beatle, and who finds them overrated... an early look at the "Disney Dreams that Soar" drone show over Disney Springs waters... and a party date sells out.
And finally, the Guardians playlist played in the ride includes:
"One Way or Another" by Blondie "Conga" by Gloria Estefan & the Miami Sound Machine "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" by Tears for Fears "Disco Inferno" by The Trammps "I Ran" by Flock of Seagulls "September" by Earth, Wind, And FireAnd the challenge is... which songs should stay? Which songs should go? Dave, Jenn, and Kyla all pitch in ideas of what should be removed and what should replace it - bands like Van Halen, Heart, and Queen all get nods, as well as slower rock and even some EDM (thanks Kyla)
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In the 233rd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are finally back on the show! After weeks of travel and meet-ups and trip hiccups and more, the hosts have hit the record button in their respective studios and are ready to talk some Disney travel -- more specifically, the newest Disney Cruise ship to set sail, the Disney Treasure.
First, a little Disney catch up, on Jenn being gone for weeks and d$ finishing up 10 days at WDW, then an update on the newest refurb dates for attractions like Gran Fiesta Tour, plus updated closing/opening dates for several other attractions - plus what will happen with the Skyliner?
Then, Jenn gives her report on the Disney Treasure, with so many of its features and surprises - the lounges, including the Haunted Mansion lounge (and its secret menu) and the Scat Cat lounge, themed after the Aristocats... the shows, including the new Moana stage show and speculation of it coming to Broadway... the restaurants, like the Coco experience and show... plus so much more than Jenn saw, and didn't have time to get to.
One more ep for 2024 coming up next week!
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In the 232nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, the entire podcast crew comes together to say THANKS to the listening audience, as well as some thanks all around for Disney and for travel and more!
Upon a Star Jenn, d$, Quasi-Producer Heather (aka The Moana Mom) and fan favorite #KylaKylaKyla are all on the show today, all getting ready for an upcoming Disney Trip!The big topic is the announcement of Muppet*Vision 3D closing, and the Muppets themselves moving across Hollywood Studios and taking over Aerosmith's Rock'n Roller Coaster, as everyone gives their own opinions on the idea, what can be done with the Muppets to preserve the 3D show, and why Disney isn't using current empty spaces.
Then, all four give their own thanks for things like Epic U giving Disney some competition... Walt coming back to Disneyland... that D23 was a great presentation (finally)... Spirit Airlines reviving... and even a hot take, being thankful that DinoLand is closing...
Plus, we all give thanks for YOU for the years of support and for listening to the show!
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In the 231st episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are here to talk all about those first time guests to Disney World!
First, Jenn and Dave both are getting their holiday fashions ready, though both are very different styles... then a little news, including the newest Harry Potter area in Epic Universe, and a chat about whether Disney will match the immersion of Epic.
Then, runDisney Princess Medals... Premier Pass sells out... Yacht Club holiday decor... and ahead of Jenn's "shakedown sailing", a Disney Treasure reveal
Finally, tips and tricks and thoughts on first time visitors to Disney World. The planning, learning the lingo, asking for help, being flexible... whether a large or small family, kids or no kids, the obvious things to do, and things that may not be as obvious.
If you are heading down for the first time to WDW -- and even to Universal Studios -- this is a great episode to take notes on!
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In the 230th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are talking Disney movies, Disney history, and Disney movie history today.
In a slow news week, Jenn is making plans for her upcoming New Years Eve trip to WDW, while Dave is set for more Star Wars Legos.... plus picking up a copy of "The Good Dinosaur", which leads to a discussion of the chaos in Dave's media shelf and Phil Collins going super hard on the Tarzan soundtrack.
Then, going all the way back to "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs", they put a spotlight on each of the seven known era of Disney animation - Golden, Wartime, Silver, Bronze, Renaissance, Post Ren, and Revival - plus, creating a new era for the latest batch of films.
They list their favorites from each era, some nostalgia with some, and even a few they don't care for as much ("Black Cauldron" alert!), plus lots of random trivia and Disney animation tidbits along the way.
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In the 229th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are ready for the holiday season!
First, the question of "How many Christmas trees does Jenn have in her home?" is answered, as well as Dave's cleaning dilemma before putting up the tree in his home.Then, a great look at the Christmas happenings at Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Epcot, and Hollywood Studios, plus the resorts and Disney Springs!
An overview of the Festival of the Holidays... the Frozen Holiday Surprise in MK... a Deluxe Resort holiday display checklist... the Gingerbread Spaceship Earth... and lamenting the loss of some of our fave Holiday
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In the 228th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave finally reunite via Zoom after Jenn's world travels comes to an end (and by "world's travels", we mean 10 days and two places).
Both are booking trips and planning with their clients, and after Jenn sharing a little of her last few weeks, they check out and discuss some of the latest Disney topics, including the Gingerbread House structure showing up... a Jellyrolls rumor... new tiki mugs... Christmas Party updates... Chester & Hester... and refurbishing the Swan & Dolphin.
And then, Dave recaps a few of the biggest stories over the last few weeks, giving Jenn the chance to finally weigh in on things like Epic Universe's opening date... the Premier Pass announcements (and controversy)... and a listener review of the Cake Bake shop.
And finally, Jenn's Perfect Disney Day, takes us all over the parks and back!
Thank you for one of the biggest months in the podcast's history!! -
In the 227th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are still waiting to reconnect on the show, as Jenn is away one more week - this time in Mexico! So Dave invites back fan fave and 3rd co-host #KylaKylaKyla to the show!
Both are trying to find the right outfits for the upcoming Jollywood Nights happening at Hollywood Studios, including celebrating National Crocs Day.
The news is aplenty, including Epic Universe's opening date... Epcot's Candlelight Processional's dining packages revealed... Disney's Annual Pass costs goes up... Disney releases Military discounts... all of 2025 is now available... Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party dates... and the Cake Bake responds to pricing... plus how the optics look for Disney's prices going up...
Then, Kyla and Dave go through their Perfect Disney Day... what time of year to go... which resort to wake up in... which attractions to rope drop and which ones to get in Lightning Lane?
Plus, drinks to be had, food to be eaten, snacks to be snacked... and finally, what to do at night before the park closes. What makes your perfect Disney day at each park?!
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In the 226th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Kyla & Dave are in studio this time around, as Upon a Star Jenn and Quasi-Producer Heather, aka The Moana Mom, are at a Disney Conference (and will be back next week!)
A loaded show today, full of news and reviews, including upcoming vacation plans... Universal rumored Epic dates... Big Thunder Mountain closing... DinoLand closing... Jingle Cruise opening... holiday happenings at Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom...Then a rundown of the just released Candlelight Processional narrators!
Disney has also just released information about the Lightning Lane Premier Pass, and we discuss the pros and cons, and why people shouldn't be worried about the pricing.
Finally, Kyla gives her review of the Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party -- the food, the merch, the crowds, the atmosphere and more!
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In the 225th episode The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are carefully watching Hurricane Milton as it rolls through the gulf (at the time of recording).
In this episode, they do a recap of WDW and Universal closings (as of Wednesday afternoon) and what to watch for during the hurricane. Also, check out Ep 223, when they do talk hurricane prep at Disney!
Then, both discuss some of the work done as Travel Advisors to help clients adjust their trips for this week.The Lightning McQueen Racing Academy has closed, so that does deserve a mention... then, a look at the new Cake Bake Shop and bakery opening up at Boardwalk some time in the near future -- and the menu that has been revealed. And the insane pricing, of which both Jenn & Dave have a theory on.
Finally, a look at some of the experiences you can do, and swag you can take home, whether you have lots of money to plunk down... or just a little.
You can spend a ton of money at the Boutique, or bring your own dresses. Drop a couple a'hunna for a saber... or spend $35 on a smaller version. Designer ears vs regular ears, Avatar figures and mini figures and more, as they take a look at souvenirs you can pick up for a little or a lot!
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In the 224th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave ask the hard hitting questions... like, would you rather be stuck on It's a Small World for 3 hours, with the music looping... or stuck on Frozen Ever After for 3 hours, with Elsa singing "Let It Go" -- this is our round of "Would You Rather"!
First... Jenn is renewing while Dave is setting up his 2nd annual Father/Son Disney trip for next summer.Then, a look at the new promos that just dropped for Disney, and all the savings that come with it.
And then, a series of "Would You Rather..." questions... choosing between Club 33 and the Cinderella Royal Suite... Mr Toad or Splash... 24 hours in a park... free snacks or no lines... and what Jenn will - and won't - do for free Guardians.
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In the 223rd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave squeeze in some recording time to bring a handful of the latest headlines!
Jenn is getting ready for another voyage, while Dave is knocking off his Rescuer movies, and both are ready for Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios -- including the GLISTEN ice skating thing, whatever it actually is.
Also, Star Lord is returning to Epcot... the Halloween Party is sold out... Inside Out 2 is streaming... a look at the new Glimmering Greenhouse Behind the Seeds Tour at Living with the Land, plus a Hidden Mickey Rabbit trail..
Finally, they give some tips and thoughts on riding out a hurricane while at WDW - pack your patience and be nice to Cast Members!!!
It's a random back and forth between the two hosts tossing out the headlines and giving the latest!
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In the 222nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are joined again by fan favorite Kyla, as they get their Taylor Swift on and address Disney's "Blank Spaces".
First up, Jenn uncovered a treasure trove of Disney swag in her closets, while Dave is chasing some movie goals and catching up on some Disney films on his to-be-watched list.
Then, the trio chats about the RUMOR (only just RUMOR) that Universal may get rid of their Marvel rights, and what Disney might do with it were they to get it. RUMOR!!
Finally, Dave, Jenn, & Kyla look around the WDW Resort and address four glaringly empty (or may become empty) spots -- the old DisneyQuest building, Epcot's Wonders of Life pavilion, Hollywood Studios' Launch Bay, and the empty round theater of Stitch's Great Escape and Alien Encounter -- and do a little Blue Sky dreaming about what might go in each of those.From character meet n greet spots to Disney history walkthroughs to shows to theater shows and much more, as we let the creative juices flow.
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In the 221st episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave invite in friend of the show, THE Derek Frank to chat about all things in the the World of Magic.
First, stains on a Remy shirt and Jenn's new vintage map, then a tribute to James Earl Jones... Dick Van Dyke's not-Emmy... when will the new Mermaid show open... another Halloween party update... and Tron goes standby!
Then, Travel Planner d$, Upon a Star Agency Owner Jenn, and agency collaborator Derek discuss the biggest myths surrounding using a Travel Agent, starting with both Jenn's & d$'s "origin stories" of how they became involved in Travel, and even how they met and began working together.
Myths like "Does it cost extra money to us a TA?", and "Can't I just do it on my own?", and "Do TAs sell you things you don't need", and even "How do I find a good Travel Agent?".
Plus, how we Travel Agents sometimes lose money by making sure your trips are amazing, and even the age old question of "How do I become a Travel agent??"
Hope you enjoy our fun discussion on the behind the scenes world of travel planning! -
In the 220th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are joined by fan fave Kyla, as both she and Jenn came back from recent trips and are ready to discuss using the new FastPass Genie+ MultiPass and Single Pass Lightning Lane system... after a brief chatter about owning Pocahontas, reliving Disney, and Saratoga Springs. And a quick review on the new Country Bears... plus, will Tiana's ever open longer than an hour?
In our travel news, Encanto meet-ups in Disneyland... the Wizarding Scoop on the Epic Universe Ministry of Magic (and a few terms explained for the Potter novices)... another Halloween and Christmas party ticket update... Sports murals... reservations at Jollywood... much love for the Finesse Party Band at Epcot's Food & Wine Festival... and losing McQueen's Racing Academy but gaining the Villains show.
Jenn also gives her quick review on her Celebrity cruise voyage.
Then, a great conversation about the new Multi Pass and Single Pass system... getting attractions 7 days ahead of time... strategies on using them in the parks... why you should purchase Guardians... the rides in the park tiers... and Jenn and Kyla give their pros and cons to the new system.
(this episode was recorded about an hour before they announced Tron's Virtual Queue was going away!)
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