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Today was the first day Disneyland was closed so we decided to use the time to do another show. It has been months since our last podcast but today seemed appropriate considering the lockdown the country is in. A big special thanks to our friend Jack for joining us. He was pretty bummed his trip to America was ruined but he's in good spirits considering the situation.
Happy Friday, March 13th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be cloudy with rain and a high of 62 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 8 am - 12 am and DCA 8 am - 10 pm. As we all know by now, due to the Coronavirus pandemic, for the first time in history all Disney Parks Worldwide and Disney Cruise Line are set to close. The Disneyland Resort will be closed beginning tomorrow March 14th and will remain closed until March 31st until further notice. This closure also includes The Downtown Disney District. The Disneyland Resort Hotels will remain open until the 16th to allow guests to plan accordingly. Thankfully, The Walt Disney Company has stated that all Cast Members will be paid during the closure. What does this mean for AP’s? A statement was released this morning for WDW AP’s stating their passes would be extended the number of days the parks are closed. We are assuming this will be the case for Disneyland AP’s. This is the 4th time in Disneyland history that the parks will close and the 1st time in history it will be closed for this length of time. The 1st being the day after JFK was killed, Then the Northridge Earthquake and lastly, on 9/11. During this time, we can’t stress enough, don’t panic but do what you can to stay safe & healthy and by all means, wash your hands often and if you are sick, for the sake of all the people around you, stay home!
Happy Tuesday, March 10th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be cloudy with rain and a high of 67 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 8 am - 12 am and DCA 8 am - 10 pm. Happy Anniversary to D23! On this day in the year 2009, Disney officially launched D23, which is their first official Fan organization - with the premiere issue of Disney Twenty-Three Magazine. Paying homage to 1923, the year the Walt Disney Company was started. The official trailer for Disney’s Live-Action Jungle Cruise has just been released. Jungle Cruise hits theaters on July 24th. Attention AP’s! Beginning tomorrow, Wednesday, March 11th, and every Wednesday night for the rest of this month, You will be able to ride Soarin Over California for an Extra Hour after the park closes. Valid AP required and AP’s must be in the park before closing.
Happy Monday, March 9th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be partly cloudy with a high of 74 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 8 am - 12 am and DCA 8 am - 10 pm. In Park News, Jessie’s Critter Carousel is now open in DCA after it’s refurbishment. In More Park news, There is a New Dole Whip Raspberry Lemon Float from Tropical Hideaway in Adventureland in Disneyland. This whipped float has raspberry lemon swirl whip POG juice, diced mango & strawberry pieces, toasted coconut on the rim & topped with a slice of candied kiwi. It costs $7.99 and no AP discount is available Disney just announced their New Magic Perks Program for Annual Passholders at the Disneyland Resort. The program allows AP’s to have free swag, Sneak peeks for upcoming movies, exclusive after-hours access to attractions and more. Full details can be found online under AP Magic.
Happy Friday, March 6th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be mostly cloudy with a high of 71 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 8 am - 12 am and DCA 8 am - 10 pm. Today in the year 2011, Disney’s Animated feature, Mars Needs Moms premiered at the El Capitan Theater in Los Angeles, Ca. Ian & Barley from Disney Pixar’s Onward are officially at DCA. Beginning today, there is a New Meet & Greet with Both Characters where guests can meet them daily at Pixar Pier. And for a limited time, Guests can also see & take pics with Guinevere the Van. Speaking of, Disney Pixar’s Onward is officially now in theaters! Will you be watching?
Happy Thursday, March 5th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be mostly cloudy with a high of 78 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 9 am - 10 pm and DCA 9 am - 8 pm. On this Day in the year 2010, Disney’s Live-Action Dark Fantasy Adventure Alice in Wonderland was released in theaters. Reminder for AP’s, Tonight is the last night you will be able to ride Indiana Jones Adventure after park hours. Once again, Wristbands will be required to ride. AP’s can pick up a wristband while supplies last at Star Wars Launch Bay beginning at 6:30 pm. Valid AP required. Ian & Barley from Disney Pixar’s Onward are coming to DCA. Beginning tomorrow, March 6th, there will be a New Meet & Greet with Both Characters where guests can meet them daily at Pixar Pier. Pixar’s Onward hits theaters tomorrow!
Happy Wednesday, March 4th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be mostly sunny with a high of 73 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 9 am - 10 pm and DCA 9 am - 8 pm. Happy Anniversary Zootopia! Today in the year 2016, Disney’s 55th Animated Feature Film, Zootopia opened in US Theaters. Cozy Cone Motel area and all its Quick service kiosks are fully closed right now in DCA as it's being refurbished. No set date yet as to when it will reopen. Reminder for AP’s, In Celebration of the 25th Anniversary, Tonight & tomorrow night, AP’s will be able to ride Indiana Jones Adventure after park hours. Wristbands will be required to ride. AP’s can pick up a wristband while supplies last at Star Wars Launch Bay beginning at 6:30 pm. Valid AP required. In Downtown Disney News, Sprinkles Cupcakes now has a Bailey’s Irish Coffee Cupcake. This cupcake has chocolate coffee cake topped with green Bailey’s Irish Cream Frosting. Available now until March 17th.
Happy Tuesday, March 3rd Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be sunny with a high of 80 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 9 am - 10 pm and DCA 9 am - 8 pm. Happy 25th Anniversary to Indiana Jones Adventure! On this day in the year 1995, Indiana Jones Adventure: Temple Of the Forbidden Eye attraction officially opened to the public in Adventureland in Disneyland. In Celebration of the 25th Anniversary, Tomorrow March 4th & Thursday, March 5th, AP’s will be able to ride Indiana Jones Adventure after park hours. Wristbands will be required to ride. AP’s can pick up a wristband while supplies last at Star Wars Launch Bay beginning at 6:30 pm. Valid AP required. Automated Hand Sanitizer Stations have been added to nearly every Counter Service Restaurant at the Disneyland Resort due to Coronavirus Concerns. Half of the Disney Parks now closed out of precaution and possible closures for our parks if there were to be an outbreak. Disney is taking every precaution to ensure the parks stay clean & sanitary. However, let’s not let this be a substitution for us to be properly washing our hands often while we’re in the parks. And PSA, if you’re sick, please stay home!
Happy Thursday, February 27th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be mostly sunny with a high of 87 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 9 am - 11 pm and DCA 9 am - 9 pm. On this day in the year 2009, Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience hit theaters. It was their Big Screen debut. Details just released for the AP’s on how to ride Indiana Jones Adventure after park hours. March 4th & 5th AP’s will be able to ride Indiana Jones Adventure after park hours. Wristbands will be required to ride. AP’s can pick up a wristband while supplies last at Star Wars Launch Bay at 6:30 pm on the select dates. Tomorrow Friday, February 28th! The Brand New & Much Anticipated Magic Happens Parade Debuts in Disneyland with 2 shows. The first one at 3:30 pm and again at 6 pm. Also beginning tomorrow In DCA, The Ever so Popular Food & Wine Festival Begins. Be sure to purchase a Sip & Savor Pass as well as pick up a Foodie guide to experience it all. The Food & Wine Festival runs through April 21st. Also beginning tomorrow, Fan Favorite, Soarin Over California Returns and will stick around for the duration of the Food & Wine Festival.
Happy Wednesday, February 26th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be Sunny with a high of 83 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 9 am - 10 pm and DCA 9 am - 9 pm. Today in Disney History in the year 1953, Walt Disney was given the Cecil B. DeMille Award for Lifetime Achievement in Motion Pictures. Breaking News Yesterday, Bob Iger announced he has stepped down as CEO of Disney but will remain as Executive Chairman through the remainder of his contract which ends on December 31st, 2021. Iger will continue to lead the company’s creative endeavors. Bob Chapek, a 27 year Disney veteran who leads the company’s Park division has been named CEO as of yesterday. We wish them both well.
Happy Tuesday, February 25th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be Sunny with a high of 84 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 9 am - 11 pm and DCA 9 am - 8 pm. Today in a little DCA History, Walt Disney Imagineering and Cast Members at DCA buried a time capsule containing items specific to the park, in Buena Vista Plaza. The Time capsule will be opened by Disneyland Resort Cast members in the year 2037. A couple of new menu items have been added to Disneyland. A New Shrimp, Ham & Pineapple Specialty Skewer with Pina Colada Sauce can now be found at Bengal Barbecue. And Steps away at Tropical Hideaway, new PB&J Mochi and Sweet Lumpia are now on the menu. In Downtown Disney News, Sprinkles is celebrating Fat Tuesday with BOGO. Today only when you whisper “Mardi Gras” when you buy a cupcake, you get a second one free!
Happy Monday, February 24th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be Sunny with a high of 75 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 9 am - 11 pm and DCA 9 am - 8 pm. A New In-Ride Hack has been revealed for the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge, allowing guests to unlock Chewie Mode! This New Mode replaces Hondo’s verbal queues with Chewbacca yelling in Wookie the Entire ride. Instructions on how to Activate Chewie Mode can now be found Online. A Lot beginning This Friday, February 28th! The Brand New & Much Anticipated Magic Happens Parade Debuts in Disneyland. In DCA, The Ever so Popular Food & Wine Festival Begins. And Fan Favorite, Soarin Over California Returns for a limited time. Just Announced, Starbucks will be launching a new Addition to their “Been There” Series - A Star Wars Collection Series of Mugs will be released this May at Starbucks in Disney Parks!
Happy Friday, February 21st Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be Sunny with a high of 76 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 8 am - 12 pm and DCA 8 am - 10 pm. Happy Birthday, Corbin Bleu! On this Day in the year 1989 the Actor, Singer & Dancer best known for his role in the Disney High School Musical Series was born in Brooklyn, New York. New Merch is being revealed for the 2020 Food & Wine Festival, including Chef-inspired Minnie Ears, Themed Spirit Jersey and more! The Food & Wine Festival begins next Friday, February 28th. Just Announced for AP’s. March 4th & 5th AP’s will be able to ride Indiana Jones Adventure after park hours. What we know as of now is A Wristband will be required, while supplies last. Additional details will soon be announced. Reminder, Designer Betsey Johnson will be at The Dress Shop In Downtown Disney today from 2 pm - 4 pm debuting her newest collection of Park Ears & Jewelry Collection inspired by The Little Mermaid!
Happy Thursday, February 20th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be Sunny with a high of 80 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 8 am - 11 pm and DCA 8 am - 8 pm. On this day in the year 2004, Disney’s Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen Starring Lindsay Lohan was released into theaters. Tickets for Disneyland After Dark, Star Wars Nite set for August 27th are Now on Sale to the General Public. And in case anyone is wondering, Access to Rise of The Resistance Attraction Will NOT be part of this event due to Standard required Nightly Maintenance. In Downtown Disney News, Designer Betsey Johnson will be at The Dress Shop In Downtown Disney tomorrow February 21st from 2 pm - 4 pm debuting her newest collection of Park Ears & Jewelry Collection inspired by The Little Mermaid!
Happy Wednesday, February 19th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be mostly cloudy with a high of 69 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 8 am - 11 pm and DCA 8 am - 9 pm. Ian & Barley from Disney Pixar’s Onward are coming to DCA. After the Pixar After Dark event on March 5th, there will be a New Meet & Greet beginning March 6th with Both Characters where guests can meet them daily at Pixar Pier. This is also the same day Onward hits theaters. Attention AP’s, Tickets for Disneyland After Dark, Star Wars Nite set for August 27th are Now on Sale for AP’s Today Only and will be open to the general public beginning tomorrow. Tickets for this event are $109.
Happy Tuesday, February 18th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be mostly cloudy with a high of 74 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 8 am - 11 pm and DCA 8 am - 8 pm. Attention AP’s! As we now know, Soarin Over California returns next week, February 28th and will run through April 21st. However AP’s will have the opportunity to ride an Extra Hour after the park closes on March 11th, 18th & 25th. Valid AP required and AP’s must be in the park before closing. In Downtown Disney News, Mardi Gras Season has hit Sprinkles Cupcakes. And they are celebrating with a New Bananas Foster Cupcake. It’s Banana Cake, filled with caramelized banana infused rum sauce, topped with vanilla buttercream frosting and finished with Mardi Gras Themed Sprinkles. But hurry, this Cupcake is only around till March 1st.
Happy Monday, February 17th Everyone! And Happy President’s Day! Weather in the parks today will be mostly sunny with a high of 73 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 8 am - 12 pm and DCA 8 am - 10 pm. Today in the year 2012, Walt Disney Pictures released The Secret World of Arrietty. Also on this day in 2012, The Disney Channel Original Movie, Radio Rebel starring Debby Ryan premiered on the Disney Channel. In Park News, Reminder for AP’s. The Steamboat Minnie Popcorn Buckets can still be found in the parks. Each bucket costs $20 and comes with $1.50 refills through March 29th. Valid AP required.
Happy Friday, February 14th Everyone! And Happy Valentine’s Day! Weather in the parks today will be sunny with a high of 69 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 8 am - 11 pm and DCA 8 am - 10 pm. Today in the year 2003, Disney’s animated film, The Jungle Book 2 opened in theaters. Also on this day in the year 2010, Disney Channel’s 78th Original Movie, Starstruck premiered with an audience of over 6million viewers. This just in, The Live-Action Aladdin is preparing for a Sequel. A remake is officially in the works. No release date or cast has been announced. In Park News, A Foodie Guide for Valentine’s season has been released and there is no end of treats to be found in each park. All items available beginning today and most will stick around for the rest of the month. Honorable Mention...Tomorrow, February 15th is the 70th Anniversary of My Personal Favorite, Disney’s Animated Feature film Cinderella. Cinderella was released into theaters on February 15th, 1950.
Happy Thursday, February 13th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be sunny with a high of 69 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 8 am - 8 pm and DCA 8 am - 10 pm. Today in the year 2009, Disney debuted Disney XD with the launch of the Disney XD network and DisneyXD.com. Also on this day in the year 2013, Disney's film Oz The Great and Powerful premiered at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, Ca. This just in, Rick Moranis is coming out of retirement and just signed on to return for a New Honey I Shrunk the Kids Sequel, SHRUNK coming to theaters. No official date has been released yet. Mark your calendars, A New Indiana Jones Adventure 25th Anniversary Funko Pop is coming to Disney Parks on February 29th.
Happy Monday, February 10th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be mostly sunny with a high of 71 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 8 am - 11 pm and DCA 8 am - 10 pm. Today in Disney History in the year 1935, Donald Duck made his very first appearance in the Mickey Mouse Sunday Edition Comic Strip. Happy Birthday Robert A. Iger. Chairman & CEO of The Walt Disney Company Bob Iger was born on this day in the year 1951. Valentine’s Day Decor, Merch & treats have officially hit the Parks. So don’t miss out on all the fun & Photo Ops! Speaking of Valentine's, This Wednesday & Thursday, Disney will be Celebrating with Disneyland After Dark Sweetheart’s Night. With that, Disneyland will be closing both nights at 8 pm for this ticketed event so plan accordingly. Online sales have ended however there still may be tickets available in person for the 12th, 13th is sold out.
Happy Thursday, February 6th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be sunny with a high of 66 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 9 am - 10 pm and DCA 9 am - 9 pm. Today in Disneyland History in the year 1985 Disneyland began year-round, seven days a week operation. Prior to this day, Disneyland was closed on Mondays & Tuesdays during the Off-Season. Beginning tomorrow February 7th, In Celebration of Cinderella’s 70 Anniversary, Steakhouse 55 inside the Disneyland Hotel will be offering A Cinderella Tea Party. 3 packages are offered starting at $35 - $70 and will be available on Fridays, Saturday’s & Sundays from 12 pm - 3 pm. AP Discounts Apply. In Downtown Disney News, This Saturday, February 9th, you can celebrate National Pizza Day at Napolini Pizzeria. They will be offering 50% off a Pepperoni Pizza with the purchase of large soda.
Happy Wednesday, February 5th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be mostly sunny with a high of 64 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 9 am - 9 pm and DCA 9 am - 8 pm. Happy Anniversary to Peter Pan! On this day in the year 1953, Disney’s 14th Animated Film Peter Pan opened at the Roxy Theater in New York City. In Park News, Fastpass will return Autopia in Disneyland and Debut at Monster’s Inc. Mike & Sully to the Rescue in DCA. No set day yet on when this will happen but when it does guests will also be able to utilize Maxpass. Some Exciting News for all Mandalorian Fans. Just announced, Season 2 of The Mandalorian is coming to Disney Plus this October 2020.
Happy Tuesday, February 4th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be Sunny with a high of 62 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 9 am - 9 pm and DCA 9 am - 8 pm. Today in the year 1938, Disney’s Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs was generally released into US theaters after its World premiere in December 1937. Just Announced, Disney will be bringing HAMILTON, with its original Broadway Cast to the Big Screen. This filmed version will be hitting theaters on October 15th, 2021. In Park news, As Valentine’s Day soon approaches, New Valentine’s Day themed treats are now trickling in. I’m sure all the merch & decor will soon follow. This is the last week to take advantage of the Lunar New Year Festivities before it goes away. The last day to enjoy it is this Sunday, February 9th. In Downtown Disney News, Today at Sprinkles Cupcakes if you whisper the word LOVE, you will receive $1 off any cupcake. Limit one per guest.
Happy Monday, February 3rd Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be partly cloudy with a high of 64 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 9 am - 9 pm and DCA 9 am - 8 pm. Happy 34th Anniversary to Pixar! On this Day in the year 1986, Pixar Animation Studios was founded! Attention AP’s beginning this Friday, February 6th you can purchase The Steamboat Minnie Popcorn Bucket for $20 and get $1.50 refills through March 29th. This AP Bucket will be sold at Popcorn Stands in Disneyland & DCA. Valid AP Required. Exciting News for SOARIN Fans! Just announced, Soarin Over California is making a Comeback to DCA for a limited time beginning February 28th for the full run of The Food & Wine Festival.
Happy Wednesday, January 29th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be Sunny with a high of 75 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 8 am - 8 pm and DCA 8 am - 9 pm. Happy Anniversary to Sleeping Beauty! On this day in the year 1958, Disney’s Animated Feature Film Sleeping Beauty premiered at the Fox Wilshire Theater in Los Angeles Ca. In Downtown Disney News, beginning this Saturday, February 1st, Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer now has their very first 100% vegan Crazy Shake Milkshake. The Vegan Black N’ White Cake Shake. This shake is inspired by the classic black and white cookie and is made with a vegan chocolate soy milkshake, house-made vanilla frosting, chocolate chips on the rim, topped with a huge slice of black & white cake, whipped cream & chocolate drizzle. All for the price of $19.
Happy Tuesday, January 28th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be Sunny with a high of 75 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 9 am - 9 pm and DCA 9 am - 9 pm. In Park News, The Ever So Popular Metal Sporks have returned after most of them unfortunately disappeared and ended up on eBay back when Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge opened. Disney, however, got creative and decided to bring them back with a handy travel bag and a price tag. Guests can now find these popular sporks at Docking Bay 7 Food & Cargo for $10.99. Limit one per guest, per transaction. Get yours now, no telling how long they will last. In more Park news, a new flavor of seasonal beignets has hit the French Quarter. Red Hot Beignets are now available and can even be ordered with Fireball whiskey. That’s right there is an alcoholic version that comes with 2 beignets and 2 syringes of Fireball for $9.99.
Happy Monday, January 27th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be Sunny with a high of 73 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 9 am - 10 pm and DCA 9 am - 9 pm. Happy Birthday, Patton Oswalt. The comedian, actor, and writer who voiced Remy in Disney Pixar’s Ratatouille was born on this day in the year 1969. Also on this day in the year 2006, Disney Channel’s Animated Series, The Emperor's New School Debuted. New Concept Art was released for the New 12 Story Disney Vacation Club Tower coming to the Disneyland Hotel. In Downtown Disney News, beginning today you can find Peanut Butter Ganache Cupcakes. These cupcakes have a Cookie crust, chocolate peanut butter cake, peanut butter frosting cookie crumble topped with Chocolate ganache. But hurry, these won’t last long. They go away on Friday, January 31st.
