We discuss the news and happenings in the world of Disney.
On this episode, we discuss the $12,000.00 World of Dreams tour, the new concept art for the entrance of Epcot, the Marvel MCU post Fox purchase, and the concept art for the replacement of the Wonder of Life pavilion, Play. In addition, we have some Guest Services in which we make an announcement and welcome…
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On this episode, we discuss Disney’s Riviera Resort, which is the 15th DVC property to open and will have about 300 rooms total. This on-property accommodation is slated to open later in 2019. Plus, we have some Guest Services items to answer. What do you think of Disney’s Riviera Resort? Let us know at show@magicourway.com….
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For this episode, we are discussing some recent news stories that have developed over the 2018 holidays. We discuss the Buzzy animatronic theft issue, the $48,000 theft issue, going to the parks without kids, the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise without Johnny Depp, and much, much more! What are your thoughts on some of these…
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For this episode, we are discussing some news stories that developed while we were celebrating our birthday for the entire month of November. We will be discussing the fallen monorail door, Photopass booths, Personal Shoppers/Flippers, and much, much more! What are your thoughts on some of these news stories? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your…
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D23’s Destination D: Celebrating Mickey Mouse event at Walt Disney World that took place on Saturday, November 17, 2018. Since we were in the midst of celebrating our birthday for the entire month of November, we decided to discuss some of the announcements that caught our attention on this episode of the Magic Our Way…
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On this episode, the boys discuss the news regarding the latest Disney ticket pricing system announced by Disney recently. From time.com: “Walt Disney World introduced a new ticket pricing structure this week that the theme park giant says is “designed to simplify the booking experience” and “deliver the best experience possible for our guests.” What…
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On this episode, the boys discuss the latest news in the world of Disney for August/September 2018. Some of the news discussed is the NEWLY revamped NEW Up show in Animal Kingdom, the $150 Minnie Van airport service, the Artist Point NOW with Snow White and two of the dwarves, and Oga’s new cantina. What…
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This week, we present Marvel Metal, a “choose your own adventure story” meets “a sports team draft” exercise. Plus, we discuss the whole James Gunn situation in addition to the results of the Wakanda: The World of Black Panther survey. Play along and let us know how your draft list turned out for Marvel Metal….
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On this episode, we discuss the latest policy implemented at Walt Disney World: an overnight parking charge has been put into effect for WDW Hotels. Also, we remove the reigns and let Eli roam free for the rest of the show. On March 21, 2018, Walt Disney World updated their parking plan to include charges…
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On this episode, we discuss Club Level guests buying more Fastpasses, Monorails that won’t close, the closing of the children’s activity center at WDW, and the Cinderella T-shirt controversy. Also, we have a little bit of Guest Services in which we recognize MOWicans, Eric Grubb and Keith Schneider. What are your thoughts and opinions regarding…
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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!
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