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117: Christmas Mad Q Party

Haul out the holly, put up the tree, and pop the bubbly (or rather, the eggnog) because it’s time for another Mad Q Party, and this week it’s all about the Christmas season! Our friends Jon and Lindsey join us on our latest show to help us answer ten hypothetical questions related to The Walt Disney Company. This week’s topics include the Disney Springs Christmas Tree Trail, a retelling of the Nativity story starring Disney characters, a new WDW treat for Christmastime, and much more.

In the latest Disney news, we chat Rogue One, the newly announced DuckTales voice cast, and the introduction of alcohol to more Magic Kingdom restaurants. Plus, we have some fun with the hashtag #DisneyfyAChristmasSong. Come join the festivities!

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115: Christmastime at Walt Disney World

Once upon a Christmastime at Christmas, the Mad Chatters experienced as many of Walt Disney World’s holiday offerings as they possibly could in two and a half days, and then they reported on it. On episode 115, join us for a closer look at Christmastime at the parks as we experience Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Candlelight Processional, Holidays Around the World, Jingle Cruise, and much more!

In another round of Armchair Imagineering, we present our ideas for what an appropriate overhaul of Future World should look like. Plus, we discuss the latest upcharge events being offered at WDW. Come join the festive fun now!

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101: August Trip Report

Fresh off another trip to Walt Disney World, Derek and Matt share about new experiences like Frontera Cocina, an updated Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Preshow, changes in Tomorrowland, and lots more.

Speaking of Tomorrowland, in this week’s round of “Behind the Magic,” we dig deeper into the land in Magic Kingdom that depicts “The Tomorrow That Never Was,” focusing on attractions like Stitch’s Great Escape and Space Mountain and on the smaller details as well. Plus, we play “Where in WDW Am I?” Come join us on episode 101 now!

Thanks so much for listening to our little podcast, whether you’ve been tuning in since the beginning or you’re brand new to the show. We’d love for you to connect with us online! Find us on Instagram (@madchatters), Twitter (@MadChatters), and Facebook (@madchatterspodcast). Or you can email us at comments@madchatters.net.

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92: What’s New at WDW or (Soarin’ Around the Galactic Frozen Friendship Spectacular)

Stage shows, nighttime spectaculars, dark rides, restaurants… All sorts of new experiences have just debuted at Walt Disney World, and on this week’s show we break it all down. Derek and guest Aaron Wallace (@aaronspod | aaronwallaceonline.com) were on the scene to see attractions like Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire, Soarin’ Around the World, and Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular premiere, and they report on what opening day was like and what they thought of these new experiences. Other new offerings such as D-Luxe Burger, Amorette’s Patisserie, and Animal Kingdom after dark also take the spotlight.

In a round of Armchair Imagineering, we present our ideas for summer-long events at Walt Disney World. Plus, Matt and Derek review lunch at Via Napoli in the segment “Eating Around the World.” Come for the reviews, stay for Jeremy’s Christoph Waltz impression. Episode 92 is online now!

If you want to connect with us online, check out our Twitter (@MadChatters), Facebook (/madchatterspodcast), and Instagram pages (@madchatters). Send emails to comments@madchatters.net. We appreciate those iTunes reviews, so keep them coming if you don’t mind taking a minute or so. Thanks for listening!

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91: 10 Ways to Enjoy a WDW Vacation Outside the Parks

Did you know you can parasail in Walt Disney World? Or golf? Or sing along with Chip and Dale around a campfire? On this week’s show, we list ten ways you can enjoy Walt Disney World without even stepping foot in a theme park or water park. Our list takes us from the gorgeous resorts to the miniature golf courses and beyond.

Plus, in “The Disney Fix,” we chat about the Duck Tales soundtrack, a new partnership between Netflix and Disney, and Disney Channel Original Movies. Then, we share some of our favorite hidden gems in Walt Disney World.

If you want to connect with us online, check out our Twitter (@MadChatters), Facebook (/madchatterspodcast), and Instagram pages (@madchatters). Send emails to comments@madchatters.net. Thanks for listening!

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88: Disney News and Rumors

Frozen Ever After, the return of Mary Poppins, a new Star Wars fireworks spectacular, Aristocrepes . . .

With so much happening at Walt Disney World and around the Disney universe, we thought we’d take some time to focus on the biggest Disney news and process our thoughts on what’s new and what’s coming. We catch up on the latest announcements regarding live-action films, eateries at Disney Springs, nighttime entertainment at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and more.

In this week’s lineup of recurring segments, we do some Disney debating, share our ideas for the hashtag #SadDisneyAttractions, and try to stump one another in the 20 Questions-style game “Where in WDW Am I?” Come join the fun now!

We really appreciate those iTunes reviews, so keep them coming! Join us on Twitter (@MadChatters), Instagram (@madchatters), and Facebook (/madchatterspodcast). Send your emails to comments@madchatters.net. Thanks for listening!

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82: By Land, Sea, or Skyway: Transportation at WDW

Buses, railroads, boats, ferries, monorails… When you want to get from one place to another, Walt Disney World has you covered. This week we discuss the many wonderful forms of transportation the Vacation Kingdom of the World has to offer. We list the pros and cons of each one and share our personal tips for when to take each form of travel.

In current news, we chat about the results of the first “Disney After Hours” event, the new Mickey and Minnie meet-and-greet characters, new food kiosks in Disney Springs, and more. It’s also time for another Resort Roundup, and this time we set our sights on Pop Century Resort. Plus, we share personal stories from the parks that made us ask, “Did that just happen?” Join the conversation now!

If you want to connect with us, be sure to follow us on Twitter (@MadChatters) and Facebook (/madchatterspodcast) or send your emails to comments@madchatters.net. Look for Matt and Derek on Periscope (@MadChatters) this Friday evening (April 22) as they broadcast live from Skipper Canteen. Thanks for listening!

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75: What’s the Disney Scoop?

How did Disney fare at the Oscars? Why was Darkwing Duck spotted at Magic Kingdom last week? How does the new tiered ticketing system work at the Disney parks? On this week’s show we chat about all of the latest rumors and news coming out of the Disney universe, from new films to upcoming attractions to budget cuts at Walt Disney World.

We also go to the Mad Chatter mailbox and respond to some listener emails regarding topics like merchandise, helping non-Disney enthusiasts see the light, the real “Parmageddon,” and more. Come get the scoop on the newest episode of The Mad Chatters Podcast!

Don’t forget; you can always send your emails to comments@madchatters.net. You also can connect with us on Facebook (/madchatterspodcast) and Twitter (@MadChatters). Thanks for listening!

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72: Animated Films in the Parks – The 2010s

This week we conclude our series on the movies of Walt Disney Animation Studios and their presence in the parks. As we scour Walt Disney World for signs of Tangled, Frozen, and other hit films of this decade, we also discuss Disney’s overall success in balancing intellectual properties with original attractions and elements in their parks.

In the news this week, we speculate on the closing of Circle of Life in Epcot, hear from Matt about the latest developments in Disney Springs, and get Jeremy’s take on the new Snow White blu-ray. Plus, in “Love Letters to Disney” we present Walt Disney World with romantic Valentines, and we play the sentimental Mad Chatter game “Disney Love Quotes.” Love is in the air on the latest episode of The Mad Chatters Podcast. Tune in now!

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