The DIS Unplugged - A Weekly Roundtable Discussion About All Things Disney World

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The DIS Unplugged podcast is a weekly roundtable discussion that discuss all aspects of planning a Disney vacation. Our show is unbiased, and presents honest opinions of every aspect of a Disney experience - from dining and theme parks to attractions and hotels. Each week we discuss various topics related to Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, and Disneyland California, including the top Disney news stories, dining and restaurant reviews, upcoming events, Disney vacation planning tips, listener questions, plus much more! Our team of Orlando experts includes Pete Werner, Julie Martin, Corey Martin, Kevin Klose, John Magi, Teresa Echols, Kathy Werling, Ryno Clavin, Jackie Gailey, John Sacherri, Erica Resnick, and Craig Williams.

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What Went Wrong at Jollywood Nights vs. Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party

Disney Jollywood Nights had its debut over the weekend and was a bit of a disaster, meanwhile, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party kicked off without a hitch, so is it just years of experience at Magic Kingdom that make its party better, or is Disney's Hollywood Studios doomed when it comes to special parties? Thank you to our Platinum and Diamond Patreon Tier Supporters! Stuart A, Ross C, Diana C, Miguel B, David P, Bret C, Jackie, David D, Renee D, John O, Keith E, Luke, Johanna J, Mary Jo M, Colleen B, Fiona P, DF, John G, Amber J, Sally D, Lance J, Steven L K, Keith W, Jennifer K, Lori in Pgh, Devra M, Darren L B, Susan G, Joe L, Cyndi M, Lori F, John C, Kenna S, Diane Z, Abigail D, Lauren P, Kevin D, Cindy L, Mary P, Brian M, Amber V, Jack B, Sonia M, Karen V F, Corey M J, Matt L, Kay-Marie W, Jeff S, George A, Willis W, Beth N Links: __ __ * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

1h 15m
Nov 14, 2023
New Luminous, Jollywood Nights, and Lookout Cay Details & More!

The song list and original songs for Luminous The Symphony of Us fireworks show at EPCOT have been revealed, show times have been released for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and Disney Jollywood Nights, Disney Cruise Line shared more details about Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, and Asha is meeting guests at EPCOT! Thank you to our Platinum and Diamond Patreon Tier Supporters! Stuart A, Ross C, Diana C, Miguel B, David P, Bret C, Jackie, David D, Renee D, John O, Keith E, Luke, Johanna J, Mary Jo M, Colleen B, Fiona P, DF, John G, Amber J, Sally D, Lance J, Steven L K, Keith W, Jennifer K, Lori in Pgh, Devra M, Darren L B, Susan G, Joe L, Cyndi M, Lori F, John C, Kenna S, Diane Z, Abigail D, Lauren P, Kevin D, Cindy L, Mary P, Brian M, Amber V, Jack B, Sonia M, Karen V F, Corey M J, Matt L, Kay-Marie W, Jeff S, George A, Willis W, Beth N Links: __ __ * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

1h 17m
Nov 07, 2023
Disney Dreams Do Come True | Tap House Talks

Ryno's friend Jill grew up always wanting to be a Disney holiday parade dancer. In this episode of Tap House Talks, Ryno talks with Jill at Baseline Tap House in Disney's Hollywood Studios about what it was like to have her Disney Dream come true. Links: __ __ * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

35m
Nov 03, 2023
Halloween Week at Disney World & News + Topolino's Terrace Breakfast Review

It's Halloween week at Walt Disney World and a lot happened from the Thunderbirds flyover to the golf cart parade at Fort Wilderness, Festival of the Arts dates have been announced, DCL early 2025 itineraries have been released, plus John and Kevin have a review of Topolino's Terrace at Disney's Riviera Resort. Links: __ __ * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

1h 9m
Oct 31, 2023
Haunted Mansion DCL Bar Announced + Holiday & After Hours Details Announced

The Haunted Mansion Parlor is announced for the Disney Treasure cruise ship, Disney After Hours is coming back in 2024 and bringing Disney Enchantment back from the dead, new holiday details about Jollywood Nights have been released, and so much more! Links: __ __ * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

1h 7m
Oct 24, 2023
Favorite Good Weather Park Activities

Ryno and his very special guest Deni enjoy a chat at Baseline Tap House in Disney's Hollywood Studios to discuss their favorite "good" weather activities, like visiting a Walt Disney World theme park and more. Links: __ __ * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

37m
Oct 20, 2023
All-Day Park Hopping Returns, Prices Increase at Disney World + What Disney Means To Us

Prices go up at Walt Disney World, but park hopping is set to return in January, Journey of Water Inspired by Moana officially opened at EPCOT, and Once Upon A Studio wrecks Disney fans on the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company. Links: __ __ * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

1h 19m
Oct 17, 2023
New Candlelight Processional Narrators, Moana Announced for Disney Treasure + Reggiano's Review

Disney debuts new restaurant menus and discounts for kids, celebrities have been announced for Candlelight Processional at EPCOT, and Disney announces the third stage show for the Disney Treasure! Links: __ __ * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

1h 5m
Oct 10, 2023
What Would a Second Disney World Halloween Party Look Like?

Ryno, a known Baseline Babe, is having a spooky blue sky chat with Erica at his favorite spot in Walt Disney World, Baseline Tap House located at Disney's Hollywood Studios. These two babes discuss what a second Halloween party at Walt Disney World could look like in a park that isn't Magic Kingdom. Grab a drink and enjoy this not-so-scary fun daydream conversation. Links: __ __ * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

29m
Oct 05, 2023
DIS Unlimited Podcast Disney Virtual Roundtable Discussion

Water parks are the best deal at Walt Disney World right now, a beloved boat loop is back taking you in circles to where you want to go, plus we talk about ways you might be able to save some money during your Disney vacation. Links: __ __ * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

1h 10m
Oct 03, 2023
Our Disney Tuesday Show Podcast is Returning Tomorrow!

We'll see you on Tuesday, October 3, 2023! * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

57s
Oct 02, 2023
Destination D23 News Recap

There was a ton of news that came out of Destination D23 this past weekend at the Walt Disney World Resort! A potential new Indiana Jones and Encanto land taking over Dinoland USA at Animal Kingdom, Country Bear Jamboree and Test Track getting updates, plus so much more! Links: __ __ * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

39m
Sep 11, 2023
EVERYTHING You Need to Know About the Disney Treasure!

The Disney Treasure, the newest cruise ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, will embark on its maiden voyage on December 21, 2024, with bookings opening to all guests on September 20, 2023. The new additions to the ship include a Coco-themed dinner show, a Jungle Cruise lounge, a 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea bar, an EPCOT-inspired suite, and so much more! Links: __ __ * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

11m
Sep 05, 2023
EPCOT & Hollywood Studios Trams Returning, Stormalong Bay Closing & More!

In this news update, EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios will see the return of parking lot trams in September 2023, Stormalong Bay at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club will be closed for a portion of 2025, and David Duffy will be heading to Walt Disney World as Vice President for Live Entertainment. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

38m
Aug 25, 2023
Our Avengers Campus & Disneyland Highlights from Disney's Grand Californian Hotel

In this special show, the team is coming to you from Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa to discuss the DIS / Dreams Avengers Campus Party, plus highlights of Disneyland and more! Links: __ __ * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

53m
Aug 09, 2023
Trail's End is Reopening, Disney's Newest Competition is Coming to Oklahoma & More

In this episode, Trail's End and Crockett's Tavern are reopening this week at Fort Wilderness and we're breaking down the new menus, a new theme park is opening in Oklahoma with a bunch of former Disney Cast Members, plus we discuss four mistakes you might be making at Magic Kingdom! Links: __ __ News: __ __ Discussion: __ __ * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

57m
Jul 25, 2023
Bob Iger Extended as CEO & Insults Writers, Disney100 EPCOT Start Date Announced & More

In this episode, Bob Iger has been extended as the Disney CEO through 2026 and the first thing he did was insults writers currently striking, Disney100 has an official start date for EPCOT and it's still seemingly underwhelming, Mears and Sunshine Flyer are merging into one transportation company for Walt Disney World, plus so much more! Links: __ __ * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

57m
Jul 18, 2023
#1226 - EPCOT Food & Wine & Muppets, When Will Hatbox Ghost Come & San Fransokyo Food

07/11/23 - In this episode, new booths and The Muppets have been announced for the 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, will the Hatbox Ghost make it to The Haunted Mansion in 2023, is Josh D'Amaro blowing smoke about the future of the Galactic Starcruiser, and so much more! Important DIS links and more information! https://linktr.ee/thedis

1h 6m
Jul 11, 2023
#1225 - Genie+ Tiered Park Pricing, Fourth of July at Disney World & More

06/27/23 - In this episode, Genie+ rolls out its new tiered park pricing today, Fourth of July events are on the books for Walt Disney World including fireworks at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, Minnie, Daisy, and Clarabelle as the Sanderson Sisters are heading to Walt Disney World, Tiana's Bayou Adventure hits a new milestone, and more! Important DIS links and more information! https://linktr.ee/thedis

1h 0m
Jun 27, 2023
#1224 - Universal Gaining Ground on Disney, Disney CFO Out, Jollywood Nights

06/20/23 - In this episode, TEA releases the 2022 Theme Index and it shows Universal Orlando is gaining market share against Walt Disney World, new hotel discounts released for this fall at Walt Disney World, Disney CFO Christine McCarthy stepping away, and Disney Jollywood Nights has been announced and more holiday fun. Important DIS links and more information! https://linktr.ee/thedis

1h 3m
Jun 20, 2023
#1223 - Indiana Jones Summer, Groot Robot Testing, First Disney Holiday Details & More!

06/13/23 - In this episode, Indiana Jones is getting some extra love this summer with the Den of Destiny at Disney's Hollywood Studios and more, the awesome Groot robot has been tested in front of Disneyland Cast Members, the first of the holiday announcements for Disney Parks & Experiences is out and more! Important DIS links and more information! https://linktr.ee/thedis

1h 2m
Jun 13, 2023
#1222 - Tiana's Bayou Adventure New Details, Disney's $115,000 Vacation Returns & Disneyland Halloween

06/06/23 - In this episode, Disney releases more details on Tiana's Bayou Adventure, the most expensive all Disney parks all around the world trip from Adventures by Disney is back, plus details have been released about Halloween Time at Disneyland including dates and ticket prices. Important DIS links and more information! https://linktr.ee/thedis

1h 6m
Jun 06, 2023
BONUS - I Went to New Orleans with Disney Imagineers for Tiana's Bayou Adventure

06/01/23 - Disney offered us the opportunity of a lifetime to head to New Orleans alongside Walt Disney Imagineers to learn new details about Tiana's Bayou Adventure and how they look for inspiration and authenticity in New Orleans to bring the new attraction to life in a real way. Important DIS links and more information! https://linktr.ee/thedis

18m
Jun 01, 2023
#1221 - Galactic Starcruiser Sold Out, New Pixar Hotel Details & More

05/30/23 - In this episode, Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser has sold out all remaining voyages, Disney released new looks at the Pixar Place Hotel in Disneyland, Rock 'n' Roller Coaster has reopened, Pride Month snacks are aplenty, and Disney has Mermaid fever. Important DIS links and more information! https://linktr.ee/thedis

1h 6m
May 30, 2023
#1220 - Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, Josh D'Amaro & Lake Nona Canceled

05/23/23 - In this episode, Disney announces the closure of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser this fall, Josh D'Amaro wants to invest in tech to make park going easier and more highlights from the JP Morgan conference, plus the Lake Nona plans are off the table. Important DIS links and more information! https://linktr.ee/thedis

1h 1m
May 23, 2023
#1219 - How Slow Will Disney World Summer 2023 Be With New Ticket Offers & More

05/16/23 - In this episode, new summer ticket offers for Walt Disney World signal the slow summer still is upon us, the earnings call last week showed positive signs for the parks but not necessarily for Walt Disney World, and so much more. Important DIS links and more information! https://linktr.ee/thedis

1h 3m
May 16, 2023
#1218 - Disney Dining Plan Back in 2024, Park Reservations Gone For Many, Genie+ Pre-Planning Coming & More

05/09/23 - In this episode, Disney announces changes to Walt Disney World in 2024 including the return of the dining plan, reservations being dropped for date-based tickets, the ability to book Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lane before the day of your visit, plus more, as well as Disney making changes to restaurant modifications. Important DIS links and more information! https://linktr.ee/thedis

1h 6m
May 09, 2023
#1217 - Disney Sues DeSantis, Disney Gets Sued, Disney 100 Invades Florida & More

05/02/23 - In this episode, Disney sued Governor DeSantis and the board of the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District before getting sued by the board, Disney 100 is starting to take over Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line is shaking things up at the start of their 25th anniversary, and so much more! Important DIS links and more information! https://linktr.ee/thedis

1h 7m
May 02, 2023
#1216 - Pete's Final Show

04/25/23 - In this episode, Disney begins their largest round of layoffs, Disneyland's Maleficent dragon catches fire during Fantasmic and pushes Disney to suspend fire effects globally, Disney launches a website on the value of Reedy Creek, plus Fort Wilderness Cabins are going DVC, lots of updates for Halloween at Walt Disney World and more! Important DIS links and more information! https://linktr.ee/thedis

1h 4m
Apr 25, 2023
#1215 - DeSantis Suggests a Prison for Reedy Creek Property, Pride Nite Coming to Disneyland & More

04/18/23 - In this episode, Governor Ronald Dion DeSantis fires back at Disney, once again, dropping the tolls but keeping taxes and adding on state ride inspections along with potential uses for Reedy Creek property like a prison, Pride Nite is coming to Disneyland Park, Splash Mountain at Disneyland has an official closing date, and more. Important DIS links and more information! https://linktr.ee/thedis

1h 7m
Apr 18, 2023