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36: Top 5 Attractions in Need of Refurbishment

Refurbishment, change, an overhaul, TLC… Whatever you want to call it, some attractions need a bit of love. This week we count down the five attractions at Walt Disney World that need the most attention. We don’t want to see them go; we just want them to reach their potential.

On the subject of refurbishments, we discuss the recent changes that were made to The Great Movie Ride, including a new pre-show and a new finale montage. Also in the news, we talk about Orange Bird’s triumphant return and whether or not Tomorrowland‘s box office is to blame for Tron 3‘s demise.

In “Eating Around the World” we review Whispering Canyon Cafe at Wilderness Lodge. Plus, we share our latest Disney obsessions in “The Disney Fix.” Come join the conversation!

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35: On the Scene! Magic Kingdom’s 24-Hour Event

Jeremy and Matt attended this year’s 24-hour event in Magic Kingdom, which kicked off the “Coolest Summer Ever.” On episode 35, they share the highs and lows of their late-night adventures in the park, and we talk about how their experience compared to that of guests who attended the same event in Disneyland.

Also on this week’s show, we read our Love Letters to Disney, and we relive funny park moments that made us ask, “Did that just happen?”

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34: Mad Q Party

Let’s party! It’s time once again for the Mad Chatters to put on our creative caps and get hypothetical. We pose ten “what if” questions related to the Disney parks and films. On this episode we discuss the attraction vehicles we want in our homes, the Cast Member positions we would love to have, the Disney sidekicks we want to see in starring roles, and more!

In the segment “My Disney Experience,” we share some of our most magical memories from the Disney parks. Plus, Jeremy hosts the game “Which Came First?” Play along now!

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33: Animated Films in the Parks: The 1960s

Puppies and wizards and bears – Oh my! In continuing our series on Disney’s animated films and their presence in the parks, this week we turn our eyes to the three movies of the ’60s: 101 Dalmatians, The Sword in the Stone, and The Jungle Book. Has Disney World done these films justice? Could they stand to have a bigger presence in the parks?

In another “Eating Around the World” segment, we check out the menu and atmosphere of San Angel Inn Restaurante in the Mexico pavilion at Epcot. Plus, in “You Be the Judge” we debate the All-Star resorts, Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ name, and a new Fantasmic! scene. Join the conversation now!

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32: Devoted or Demented? Ten Disney Habits Only True Fans Understand

You’re going to Disney World again?! Do you seriously enjoy Living With the Land? Why do you keep saying “queue”?

On this week’s show we list ten characteristics of Disney fandom that most people just can’t make sense of. From odd vernacular to annoying habits to geeky obsessions, we confess about the things that make us true Disney World fans (for better or worse).

In this week’s round of “Take Five,” we share our feelings on subjects like Tonga Toast and current ticket prices. Plus, we take a look at this week’s biggest Disney news, including Avengers: Age of Ultron and additions to Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

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31: MyMagic+ (Reinventing the Disney Vacation)

Does MyMagic+ work? Are MagicBands a success? Is this Next Generation experiment worth the cost?

These were some of the questions posed in a recent online article published by Fast Company magazine. On this week’s episode we break down the article and share our thoughts on Disney’s attempts to reinvent itself and revolutionize the vacation experience.

In another round of “The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly,” we shine the spotlight on the western half of World Showcase, from Mexico to Italy, critiquing everything from the architecture to the merchandise. Plus, we respond to another listener email, this time answering questions about a Walt Disney World vacation for preteens.

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30: Countdown to Parkstinction – Disney’s Animal Kingdom: 1998

Once again we hop in our Time Rovers and go back to the past, this time ending up at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in its opening year. Topics of discussion include Countdown to Extinction, Discovery River Boats, and the never-realized Beastly Kingdom. Join us for our virtual tour of the newest Disney World park as it existed 17 years ago.

Also this week, Jeremy hosts an Animal Kingdom-themed game, we dissect the latest Star Wars trailer, and more. Hear episode 30 now!

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29: Orange Bird and Figment: The Lesser-Known But Greatly-Beloved Characters of Walt Disney World

This week we do a deep dive into the histories of two original Walt Disney World characters: Adventureland’s Orange Bird and Figment from Epcot’s Journey Into Imagination. We talk about their significance and why they have stood the test of time.

In the latest news, Disney has announced plans for a live-action Pinocchio and a Haunted Mansion film. We chat about those projects, as well as some new announcements for Disneyland’s 60th anniversary. Plus, we swap funny stories in another round of “Did That Just Happen?” A bit of history, a whole lot of fun, and perhaps a little spark of inspiration await you on this episode of The Mad Chatters Podcast.

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28: Live-Action Disney Films: Passing Trend or Winning Model?

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With Cinderella in theaters and films like The Jungle Book, Beauty and the Beast, and Mulan on the docket, live-action remakes seem to be Disney’s latest obsession. Is it working? Is it necessary? This week we discuss the live-action remakes, both past and future, and what we think about them. We even do a bit of armchair casting and talk about who we’d like to see in the upcoming Winnie the Pooh movie.

To kick off the episode, we review Be Our Guest Restaurant and talk about a few hidden gems at the parks.

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26: Before and After: Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Rituals

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Every Disney-park regular knows the excitement that surrounds another trip to Walt Disney World. This week we discuss the little things we like to do when gearing up for a trip, as well as the ways in which we cope after having returned to the real world.

In “The Disney Fix,” we each share one way in which the Disney universe creeped into our lives this week. Plus, in another round of “Take Five” we describe a few Disney categories in just five words.

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