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97: Touring Walt Disney World Solo

Party of one? No problem! On this week’s show, we break down the pros and cons of touring the Disney parks on your own. Being the frequent solo travelers we are, we also provide tips for how to get past the awkwardness, use your time wisely, and make the most of your one-man or one-woman vacation.

In this week’s Resort Roundup, we turn our attention to the three All-Star Resorts. Plus, we let off some steam in 11-Second Rants and dish on the latest Disney news, including new attractions for Guardians of the Galaxy and the Muppets. All that and more awaits you on episode 97 of The Mad Chatters Podcast!

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96: Quick-Service Restaurants at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

In our efforts to highlight every quick-service menu at Walt Disney World, this week our adventure takes us to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and such eateries as Backlot Express, Starring Rolls Cafe, and ABC Commissary. We discuss featured items like the Carrot Cake Cookie and the Butterfinger Cupcake, and we share a few personal reviews as well.

In the 20 Questions-style game “Where in WDW Am I?” we try to stump our fellow Chatters by “hiding” somewhere in Walt Disney World and asking them to guess where we are. Plus, we introduce a new Disney Hashtag: #RuinADisneyQuote. All that and more awaits on episode 96 of The Mad Chatters Podcast!

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95: Shanghai Disneyland Grand Opening – On the Scene!

This week we’re joined by Captain America enthusiast and photographer extraordinaire Mark Willard of markwillardphotography.com as he takes us on a virtual tour of Shanghai Disneyland during its grand opening celebration. We hear stories from the park’s very first days, as well as Mark’s take on attractions like Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle for the Sunken Treasure and TRON Lightcycle Power Run.

In the game “Disney in Six Seconds,” Matt, Jeremy, and Mark go head to head to see who is quickest on his toes. Their mission? In six seconds or less, name three Disney experiences that fall in specific categories. Plus, in another round of “The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly,” we share our picks for the best and worst celebrity cameos at Walt Disney World. Come join the conversation now!

If you’re not following Mark on social media, what are you waiting for? Go find his incredible photography on Twitter (@MWillardPhotos), Facebook (/markwillardphotography), and Instagram (@markwillardphotography). You can find us online too. Come connect with us on Instagram and Twitter (@madchatters), or send your emails to comments@madchatters.net.

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94: Mad Chatter Mishmash | Trips, Tips, and Instagram

It wouldn’t be The Mad Chatters Podcast without a bit of madness, which is why this week’s show is a grab bag of Disney tips, Disney chatter, and Disney fun.

We check in with a few listeners to get the scoop on their recent trips to the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim and the Walt Disney Hometown Museum in Marceline, Missouri. Plus, we answer one California listener’s questions about her upcoming trip to Walt Disney World, providing suggestions for how and when to start planning.

In another round of Armchair Imagineering, we tackle Disney’s latest obsession with projection mapping and throw out our own ideas for where the technology could be used next. Plus, Instagram and Pokemon Go pop up in the segment “The Disney Fix.” Episode 94 awaits!

If you haven’t connected with us online, be sure to find us on Twitter and Instagram (@madchatters), Facebook (/madchatterspodcast), or via email: comments@madchatters.net. Thanks for listening!

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93: Overlay or Over-nay? – Evaluating Disney’s Shoehorning Strategy

What used to be Maelstrom is now Frozen Ever After. The original show Rivers of Light has been put on hold, and a “Jungle Book” show has debuted in its place. Now, rumors are flying that attractions like Mission: SPACE and Tower of Terror will be given “Guardians of the Galaxy” overlays. Is the age of original attractions over?

On this week’s show, we dive in to the topic of Disney overlays and share our thoughts on this latest trend. Then, with our tongues firmly in our cheeks, we each give five ideas for how to either improve or ruin current Walt Disney World attractions by overlaying them with Disney films and characters.

In the segment “Munchies and Merch,” we discuss the food items and merchandise at the parks that have our attention. Plus, we play “Take 5,” a game in which we use just five words to express our feelings on categories such as the weather in July and what the Maelstrom trolls are up to now. A bit of fun and a whole bunch of silliness await on episode 93 of The Mad Chatters Podcast!

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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.

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90: Disneyland FAQs + A Peek at “The Further Adventures of Walt’s Frozen Head”

If Walt Disney toured Magic Kingdom today, what would he say about the current state of the park? That’s the premise of the upcoming film “The Further Adventures of Walt’s Frozen Head,” in which a low-level employee stumbles upon Walt’s head in storage and is persuaded to take him around Walt Disney World. Ben Lancaster, the man behind the film, joins us to discuss what it was like shooting in Magic Kingdom without permission, what he hopes to accomplish with the piece, and how Disney fans can get involved. Plus, he joins us for a “Price is Right”-style game, in which we try to guess the costs of various Walt Disney World items and experiences.

After that, we turn our attention to Disneyland to address a few listener questions about what it’s like vacationing at Walt’s original park. Special guest Teri, who is taking a trip to Disneyland in July, presents us with her own list of questions about what to expect, whether or not a Park Hopper is worth it, where to eat, and more.

To find out more about “The Further Adventures of Walt’s Frozen Head,” follow Ben on Twitter (@WaltsFrzenHead) and check out the film’s Kickstarter site.

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89: Quick-Service Restaurants at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

It’s time to go menu diving once again in our continuing series on the quick-service restaurants at Walt Disney World. This time our search takes us to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, where we discuss the casual offerings at places like Harambe Market, Flame Tree Barbecue, and Yak & Yeti Local Foods Cafe. We list every menu item and give our tips for what to try and what to pass up.

In the segment “Behind the Magic,” we turn our attention to Adventureland to discuss its backstory, theme, and details. Plus, we set our sights on the future and predict what WDW will be like “In the Year 2071.” All that and more awaits you on episode 89 of The Mad Chatters Podcast!

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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!

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