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106: Mad Q Party (With Guest Jeff DePaoli)

Forget your troubles – Come on, get hypothetical! This week’s Mad Q Party has us dreaming up attractions for World Showcase, planning our weddings at the parks, creating specialty food items for the fall, and much more.

Joining us for our latest hypothetical extravaganza is Jeff DePaoli (@JeffDePaoli), host of Dizney Coast to Coast and the Daily Disney Decision on Periscope.

In another round of The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, we share our picks for the best and worst views you’ll see at a Disney resort hotel. Plus, we pour out our hearts with a few Disney Confessions. Come join the fun now!

We’d love for you to connect with us online. Come find us on Instagram (@madchatters), Twitter (@MadChatters), and Facebook (@madchatterspodcast). Or you can email us at comments@madchatters.net. Thanks for listening!

 

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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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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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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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70: Hidden Gems at Walt Disney World

Every regular Walt Disney World guest knows the magic is in the details. This week we discuss some of our favorite hidden gems, Easter eggs, and other often-overlooked details at the parks, from hidden Mickeys to inside jokes that pay homage to former attractions.

In this week’s round of Armchair Imagineering, we create unique, limited-time experiences for guests to enjoy at Disney’s Hollywood Studios while the park undergoes a major transition. Plus, we go another round of The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, this time setting our sights on the best and worst attraction vehicles throughout Walt Disney World. Come explore the magic with us on another episode of The Mad Chatters Podcast!

Have you connected with us online? Find us on Twitter (@MadChatters) and Facebook (/madchatterspodcast). You also can send your feedback, questions, Mad Q’s, and hate mail to comments@madchatters.net. Thanks for listening!

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64: Star Wars Hype

The Force officially awakens on December 18, and we can hardly contain our excitement. This week we discuss all things Star Wars, including Season of the Force offerings at Disneyland, Star Wars treats at Walt Disney World, box office predictions, theater rules and regulations, and more.

In “The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly,” we critique the Christmas offerings at Walt Disney World. Plus, we tackle the Disney Hashtag #AddAWordRuinAnAttraction, respond to some listener emails, and talk about the latest rumors regarding security at the parks.

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

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56: Food and Wine Preview: Our 5 Must-Haves

With the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival in full swing, on this week’s show we take a virtual tour around World Showcase and visit the various booths in order to find the five food items we most want to try. From the lamb meatballs in New Zealand to the haggis in Scotland, we discuss the scrumptious treats we have our eyes on.

Staying in World Showcase, we play another round of The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, this time focusing on American Adventure, the Canada pavilion, and the nations in between. Plus, Jeremy and Matt talk about their experience at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar, and we dish on the latest park news, including new quick-service menus in Magic Kingdom and this year’s Candlelight Processional narrators. All that and more awaits you on the latest episode of The Mad Chatters Podcast!

Come connect with us online! Find us on Twitter (@MadChatters) and Facebook (/madchatterspodcast) or send an email to comments@madchatters.net. Thanks for listening!

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46: Previewing the D23 Expo

Disney nerds . . . Assemble! On August 14-16, the fourth D23 Expo will be held in Anaheim, featuring special speakers (John Lasseter!), celebrity guests (Ellen DeGeneres? Chris Evans? George Lucas?), anniversary celebrations (Happy 20th, A Goofy Movie!), and informative panels on everything from Disney films to Disney parks to Disney’s earliest merchandise. On this week’s show, we preview some of the buzziest panels, talk about which ones we wish we could attend, and share our hopes for the big announcements that are bound to come out of the expo.

But first, in the segment The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, we critique the best and worst parade floats at Walt Disney World. Plus, we go another round of 11-Second Rants.

To connect with us, you can follow us on Twitter (@MadChatters) and Facebook (/madchatterspodcast) or send your feedback to comments@madchatters.net. We have the BEST listeners. Thanks for joining us each week!

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40: “What Used to Be There?” The Gone But Not Forgotten (and Not Totally Gone) Areas of WDW

A deserted island, an overgrown water park, a former showcase of beloved attractions that’s now nothing more than an exhibit hall…

Walt Disney World is home to several buildings and areas that are mere shells of what they used to be. On episode 40, we do a deep dive into these all-but-abandoned parts of the parks, not to mourn what used to be, but to keep guests informed, to celebrate the past, and to talk about the potential future. Areas discussed include the Wonders of Life pavilion, ImageWorks, The Odyssey, and more.

In this week’s round of The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, we critique the themed uniforms worn by various Cast Members throughout WDW. Plus, we sound off about our biggest pet peeves in 11-Second Rants.

To join the conversation, follow us on Twitter (@MadChatters) and Facebook (/madchatterspodcast) or send an email to comments@madchatters.net. Thanks for listening!

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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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