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Did You Know-tice: Animal Kingdom? – MOW #344

In this episode, Lee continues his series on hidden park gems and asks the question, “did you know-tice these things in Disney’s Animal Kingdom?”  How many of these did you know? What are some of your favorite hidden gems? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion…

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Armchair Imagineering Character Meals – MOW #343

In this episode, we exercise our creative muscles and come up with ideas for a character meal. The themes chosen were Emperor’s New Groove, Onward, Lion King, and Timmy Failure. At which one of these would you reserve a table? What did you think about our creations? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are…

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12 Weird Disney Facts – MOW #342

In this episode, we present a list of 12 Disney facts that make you say, “that’s weird,” which is based on an article of the same name. We enhance the article by presenting some history behind the items on the list. Be sure to check out references in the show notes on the website. Which…

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Howard the Duck: The Saga – MOW #341

In this episode, we discuss the saga of Howard the Duck. It is a fascinating story about design issues, ownership, and how he ended up in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Howard’s history is more than just that movie with Lea Thompson.   What are your thoughts on Howard the Duck? What did you think about our…

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It’s Tough to be a Bug! A History – MOW #340

In this episode, we discuss the history of It’s Tough to be a Bug! located in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This continues our series of shows exploring the history of Disney’s “4D” attractions.  What is your favorite part of It’s Tough to be a Bug? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in…

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Captain Marvel Lawsuit – MOW #339

Eli delivers some interesting comic book history as he presents the Captain Marvel Lawsuit. We discuss how the title of “Captain Marvel” ended up with Brie Larson. It is a very interesting story of creatives versus big business. In addition, find out how Superman and Shazam! are involved in this story.  What did you think…

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Disney’s Polynesian Village Welcomes Moana – MOW #338

This show discusses several pieces of WDW travel agent-related news stories. We discuss Moana coming to the Polynesian Village and the possibility of more characters coming to the deluxe resorts. Also, we discuss some new discounts that were announced for travel to Walt Disney World as well as restaurants that are reopening. Plus, listener email. …

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12 Things That Aggravate Disney Fans – MOW #337

We present a list of 12 Things That Aggravate Disney Fans, which was compiled from 10 different resources. Also, we discuss the latest news regarding the movie based on the Haunted Mansion attraction. Plus, we take a moment and eulogize Chadwick Boseman.    What did you think of our discussion? What aggravates you as a Disney…

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Did You Know? Epcot Edition – MOW #336

Lee presents a new series of shows called “Did You Know?” in which he gives you a list of things to know in each park. These are little tidbits of info and trivia that you can use to impress your travel companions. This is not meant to be an exhaustive list; so, chill out! This…

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Best Disney Nighttime Experiences – MOW #335

We searched for the best Disney nighttime experience. With the news that Disney is closing all of its parks before nightfall, we are doing a special “in memoriam” tribute to the beautiful nighttime entertainment in the Disney Parks as chosen by the MOWICAN Tribe! What are your thoughts on how this bracket played out? What…

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Kevin Hulk

Kevin Estoque

I attribute my Disney fandom to my parents, specifically my mother. When we lived in New York City, my parents brought me down to Walt Disney World when I was one year old, and then every year after that. This was an easy adventure for my parents as there was only one park at the time. The trek became more accessible when we relocated to New Orleans. I traveled to Walt Disney World almost every year, whether with my parents, as part of a band trip, or with friends. I was a fan and would collect all things Disney, from park maps and park tickets to brochures procured from the Florida welcome center or the Okahumpka Service Plaza on the Florida Turnpike. Then, one day while I was in high school, my friend, David, bought me a used copy of Steve Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World Guide from my high school’s Christmas Bizarre. From this point on, my obsession exploded as I discovered the world of Disney-related literature. With this new resource and the dawn of the Internet and Disney-related newsgroups, I began acquiring as much knowledge as possible.

I entered the world of podcasting in 2005 when I discovered that my fellow bandmates had a podcast of their own, The Big Easy Trickbag. From here, I found the world of Disney podcasts. In reality, I was podcasting before the medium even existed, privately for myself. I started reading the WDW park guidebooks into a tape recorder word for word. This eventually grew into me doing a pseudo-news show. My tape recorder would document my travels with my friends on band trips. 

I attribute my leap into podcasting to two individuals who hail from New Jersey: well-known Disney trivia guru and podcasting veteran Lou Mongello and director and podcaster Kevin Smith. I started listening to Kevin Smith’s show, Smodcast and saw how much fun he and his friend, Scott Mosier, were having while recording the show. Several times on this particular podcast, Kevin Smith would break down how easy it was to begin in this medium. Lou Mongello’s positive and constant embodiment of the phrase “keep moving forward” gave me the impetus to pursue this podcasting venture. You see, I have always had a desire to work for the company and be part of something that brings so much joy to people daily. But, that path has never been presented to me yet. Podcasting, however, was very accessible to him. I discovered that my friend, Danny, also had a Disney obsession, and the rest is what you are witnessing before you.

I entertain the masses as a professional musician when I am not podcasting. I have played and recorded with several bands, but I am primarily a freelance musician. I have played numerous events around the New Orleans metropolitan area and the Gulf Coast as a freelancer. I have worked for several Broadway tours that have come through such as Wicked, Mary Poppins, and Shrek the Musical; for several performing acts on the Gulf Coast such as Johnny Mathis, Jerry Lewis, Frank Sinatra Jr., and Regis Philbin; and for several local musical production companies such the New Orleans Center for the Creative Arts and the Jefferson Performing Arts Society; and for the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra as an extra musician. On a national level, Kevin worked for the Music Box Company on the 1st National Tour of the Phantom of the Opera as a substitute musician until its closure. Kevin was raised a New Orleanian and is a fierce advocate for its culture. LAISSEZ LES BON TEMPS ROULE!