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87: Top 5 Original Disney Park Characters

We wants the redhead! From lovable audio-animatronics to quirky on-screen personalities to the unseen voices that fill our ears, this week we count down our favorite characters that are original to the Disney parks.

Plus, as promised, Jeremy shares the five films you need to watch during Disney Channel’s epic marathon of their 51 most popular original films from days gone by. As a bonus, we’ve brought on special guest David to share his five picks as well. Then, David joins us for a Mad Chatter game, in which we determine whether or not specific celebrities ever lent their voices to animated Disney characters. The fun awaits on another episode of The Mad Chatters Podcast!

Come connect with us online! Twitter: @MadChatters | Facebook: madchatterspodcast | Instagram: @madchatters | Email: comments@madchatters.net

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86: Countdown to Parkstinction – Millennium Celebration (1999-2001)

This week we board our Time Rovers once again to travel back to the past, and this time our destination is the Millennium Celebration that overtook Epcot from October 1, 1999 to January 1, 2001. We reminisce about the Mickey wand on Spaceship Earth, the construction of Leave a Legacy, the World Showcase parade “Tapestry of Nations,” Millennium Village, and much more.

In the latest round of “The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly,” we discuss the best and worst restrooms at Walt Disney World. Plus, the segment Take Five returns as we use just five words to describe categories such as the future Hall of Presidents and the arrival of FastPass+ in Disneyland. It’s all happening now on episode 86 of The Mad Chatters Podcast!

Come join the conversation online! You can find us on Twitter (@MadChatters), Instagram (@madchatters), and Facebook (/madchatterspodcast). We welcome your emails at comments@madchatters.net. Thanks for listening!

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85: Mad Q Party

Let’s get hypothetical! The questions on this week’s Mad Q Party have us dreaming up Marvel overlays, pitching ideas for films set in Walt Disney World, imagining worst-case scenarios in the parks, revealing our dream Cast Member positions, and more.

In The Disney Fix, we chat about the newest issue of Life magazine dedicated to all things Walt, Thrillist’s tips for avoiding children in Walt Disney World, and a must-hear Disney playlist. Plus, we get transparent in another round of Disney Confessions. Join the fun now!

To connect with us online, find us on Twitter (@MadChatters), Instagram (@madchatters), and Facebook (/madchatterspodcast). Email us at comments@madchatters.net. We appreciate your reviews on iTunes. That’s a great way for our listeners to support the show, so leave your thoughts there if you are so inclined. Thanks for listening!

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84: Mad Chatter Mishmash | Reports, Rants, and Randomness

This week we dive into the Mad Chatter mailbag to read trip reports from three of our listeners. Letters include thoughts on the Star Wars Half Marathon, opinions about Disneyland from a Disney World regular’s perspective, and fun memories from the parks.

Other segments on this week’s hodgepodge show include 11-Second Rants, Love Letters to Disney, current news, the biggest headlines, and our new segment “Behind the Magic” in which we do a deep dive into Main Street, U.S.A. to discuss its backstory, details, and more.

Have you connected with us online? Find us on Twitter and Instagram (@MadChatters) and Facebook (/madchatterspodcast). Send your emails to comments@madchatters.net. Thanks for listening!

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83: Walt Disney World Trip Report

After spending an entire week in Walt Disney World, Derek and Matt have a lot to talk about. Tune in to this week’s episode to hear their thoughts on the latest additions to the parks, new table service restaurants like Morimoto Asia and Skipper Canteen, one of the best snack items on Disney property, Star Wars at Hollywood Studios, and much more.

In this week’s news, we chat about the many announcements made on the Disney Parks Blog last week, including two rides in Toy Story Land, opening dates for Tiffins and Soarin’ Around the World, and an update on Town Center in Disney Springs. Lots of Disney magic awaits you on episode 83 of The Mad Chatters Podcast!

Thanks to everyone who followed along on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram as we reported from the parks. You guys make what we do extra special. If you don’t follow us online, check out our accounts on Twitter (@MadChatters), Facebook (/madchatterspodcast), and Instagram (@madchatters). If you want to email us, write to comments@madchatters.net.

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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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81: Do This, Not That (Epcot)

In our continuing effort to help first-timers know what not to miss and what to skip if crunched for time, this week we set our sights on Epcot. We discuss the highlights and mehs of both Future World and World Showcase, trying to help newcomers make the most of their time in this massive park

In another round of “Where in WDW Am I?” we ask 20 questions to try to guess where in Walt Disney World the other Chatters are. Plus, we chat about a Zootopia documentary, Matt’s latest merchandise obsession, big changes to FastPass+, an update on Rivers of Light, and more!

To connect with us online, be sure to find us on Twitter (@MadChatters) and Facebook (/madchatterspodcast). Send your emails to comments@madchatters.net. Thanks for listening!

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80: Top 5 Laugh-Out-Loud Disney Moments

It’s a real chucklefest on this week’s episode as we discuss the Disney movies, scenes, attractions, and more that make us laugh out loud. Adding to the laughter are special guests Teri and Brittany, who help us reminisce and reflect on the funniest moments in the Disney universe, from A-ticket rides in Disney California Adventure to awkward moments in Epcot to scene-stealing characters in Disney’s animated films.

In this week’s Mad Chatter game, Teri and Derek pair up against Matt and Brittany in a game of Disney Password. Plus, in the news this week we mourn (and celebrate) the latest closings at Walt Disney World and the loss of Disney’s COO, Tom Staggs. All that and more awaits you on this week’s episode of The Mad Chatters Podcast!

If you haven’t connected with us online, come find us on Twitter (@MadChatters) and Facebook (/madchatterspodcast) or send an email to comments@madchatters.net. Thanks for listening!

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79: Second Impressions and Beyond

What Disney rides, shows, and other experiences have grown on you over time? That’s the topic up for discussion on this week’s episode. We talk about not only the attractions we’ve come to love, but also the ones we’ve “cooled on” as we’ve come to realize nothing will ever match that first impression.

Also on this week’s show, we turn our attention to attraction facades and share our picks for the good, the bad, and the ugly. Plus, Disney debates return in the segment “You Be the Judge.” Topics include iconic Disney snacks, the return of extinct attractions, and Liberty Square versus New Orleans Square. All that and more awaits you on the latest episode!

Have you connected with us online? Find us on Twitter (@MadChatters) and Facebook (/madchatterspodcast) or send your questions, comments, and more to comments@madchatters.net. Thanks for listening!

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78: On the Scene With First-Timers

This week we sat down with a few of our listeners who recently visited Walt Disney World for the first time, their minds full of the facts, tips, and recommendations they had heard on our show, and we talked to them about the parts that lived up to their expectations and the elements that surprised them most. While Brittany told us about her extensive planning and when it did and didn’t pay off, Dustin and Emily gave us their take on whether or not nine hours in Magic Kingdom is enough to get a real taste of Disney magic.

In a week full of curious news and crazy rumors, we also discuss some of the topics that had the Disney Twitterverse abuzz, including a fire in Animal Kingdom, a 3-hour event with a $150 price tag, and an overlay for Tower of Terror. Plus, in “Armchair Imagineering” we set our sights on Easter, and in the game “Disney Hashtags” we talk about #LiesDisneyToldMe. The ridiculousness awaits on the latest episode of The Mad Chatters Podcast!

Have you connected with us online? You can find us on Twitter (@MadChatters) and Facebook (/madchatterspodcast), and you can send your emails to comments@madchatters.net. Thanks for listening!

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