90s Disney

• 78 - Mikey's Christmas WDW Trip Report Birthday Spectacular

  It’s a very special holiday episode of 90s Disney as we celebrate both the Christmas season and Mikey’s birthday with a full Walt Disney World trip report! Join AJ, Mike, and Chris as they unwrap a whirlwind week of festive experiences across the parks and resorts. Mike kicks off the trip at the brand-new Polynesian tower, a first look inside the Pirates of the Caribbean–themed lounge, Beak & Barrel, live jazz at Scat Cat’s Lounge, and and Jollywood Nights at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Mike also makes time for a visit to Epic Universe, checking out Donkey Kong Country, Celestial Park, rooftop drinks at the Grand Helios Hotel, and a standout dining experience at The Atlantic.The trip comes to a magical close at EPCOT with the Candlelight Processional, this time narrated by the incredible Susan Egan — Belle from Broadway and Megara from Disney’s Hercules. All that, plus listener emails about future Disney bar concepts, how theme parks balance story and spectacle, standout holiday traditions, and the eternal joys of the PeopleMover. Celebrate the season, the magic, and Mikey’s birthday with this festive trip through Walt Disney World!00:00 Introduction and Host Introductions01:06 Birthday Celebrations and Travel Updates01:55 Disney World Trip Overview02:52 Polynesian Resort Experience08:33 Dining at Tony's Town Square Restaurant10:27 Jingle Cruise and Other Attractions11:34 Pirates of the Caribbean Themed Bar15:32 Port Orleans French Quarter Stay18:41 Animal Kingdom Adventures21:56 Hollywood Studios Jolly Nights27:50 Epic Universe Day32:57 Tasty Treats and Theme Park Snacks33:14 Harry Potter Show and Park Updates33:49 Epcot Adventures and Christmas Overlays36:02 Dining Experiences and Character Meals38:03 Candlelight Processional and Evening Festivities38:35 Exploring Epcot's Food and Drinks43:42 Magic Kingdom and Resort Relaxation46:06 Disney Bar Concepts and Listener EmailsFollow UsBlue Sky | Twitter/X | Facebook | Threads | @90sdisneypodcastEmail: [email protected]

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• 77.5 - Ranking WDW Resort Lobbies

  In this bonus episode of 90s Disney, AJ, Mike, and Chris take on a challenge no one asked for but every Disney fan will have an opinion about: ranking every Walt Disney World Resort lobby!From the opulent grandeur of the Grand Floridian to the cozy, cabin comfort of Wilderness Lodge, the brothers go resort by resort, debating atmosphere, theming, nostalgia, smells (yes, the smells), and those special details that make each lobby unique. It’s a fun, chaotic journey full of tangents about Christmas trees, elevator races, cereal from the 90s, and even who has the best lobby bar. Whether you’re a fan of tiki torches or towering totems, this episode will make you want to visit every resort just to sit in the lobby.00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:05 Ranking Disney World Hotel Lobbies01:45 Grand Floridian Lobby Discussion06:45 Contemporary Resort Lobby Insights10:03 Polynesian Resort Lobby Review14:16 Wilderness Lodge Lobby Impressions16:39 Port Orleans and Old Key West Lobbies20:09 Yacht and Beach Club Lobbies23:01 Swan and Dolphin Lobbies24:07 Caribbean Beach Resort Lobby25:54 Critiquing the Disney Swan and Dolphin Resorts27:02 Exploring Pop Century and Art of Animation27:38 Discussing the All-Star Resorts28:08 Saratoga Springs and Coronado Springs29:48 Animal Kingdom Lodge and Other Resorts34:13 Ranking the Disney Resort Lobbies36:53 Listener Comments and Emails48:49 Upcoming Episodes and Final ThoughtsFollow UsBlue Sky | Twitter/X | Facebook | Threads | InstagramEmail: [email protected]

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• 77 - Light Magic

  AJ, Mike, and Chris go back to Disneyland in 1997 to explore the infamous, short-lived nighttime spectacular Light Magic, the ill-fated “spiritual successor” to the beloved Main Street Electrical Parade.Opening on May 23, 1997, Light Magic promised guests a high-tech evolution of the classic parade. What they got instead was something… different.Does Light Magic deserve its bad reputation, or was it simply a misunderstood experiment ahead of its time? We compare it to later nighttime “misses” like Rivers of Light and Harmonious. And of course, there’s talk of creepy pixie masks, Baroque Hoedown remixes, and how many cast members it really takes to sweep up confetti.00:00 Introduction01:05 Late Night Recording and World Series01:10 Daylight Savings Debate01:57 Light and Magic: The Ill-Fated Disneyland Spectacular02:57 Main Street Electrical Parade History06:21 The Rise and Fall of Light Magic07:26 Technical Aspects and Challenges20:03 Premiere and Public Reception26:16 Legacy and Final Thoughts31:47 Analyzing Light Magic's Shortcomings31:58 Suggestions for Improving Light Magic33:32 Comparing Disney's Nighttime Show Failures34:43 Nostalgia and Nighttime Parades38:40 Listener Emails and Comments41:10 Disney Villains Themed Attractions51:35 Favorite Disney Sequels and Halloween Movies52:07 Wrapping Up and Future PlansFollow UsBlue Sky | Twitter/X | Facebook | Threads | InstagramEmail: [email protected]

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• 76.5 - Plussing Attractions

  In this bonus episode of 90s Disney, hosts AJ, Mike, and Chris discuss what it really means to “plus” a Disney attraction — that time-honored Imagineering term for enhancing or improving an existing ride without completely replacing it.Inspired by recent announcements about updates to attractions like Frozen Ever After and Ratatouille: The Adventure, the trio goes park by park through Walt Disney World to decide which attractions could use a little “plus” of their own — and which ones should be left alone.Plus, the brothers read listener emails about Epic Universe tips, favorite Disney holiday traditions, and must-try dining picks for upcoming trips.00:00 Introduction and Announcements02:30 Magic Kingdom: Tomorrowland Updates05:45 Magic Kingdom: Fantasyland Enhancements08:18 Magic Kingdom: Liberty Square and Frontierland10:51 Magic Kingdom: Adventureland Improvements12:34 Epcot: Future World and World Showcase23:07 Hollywood Studios: Sunset Boulevard and Toy Story Land26:24 Thought Experiment: Original Trilogy Ride27:21 Maintaining and Fixing Disneyland Attractions27:42 Future of Star Tours29:03 Indiana Jones and Other Attractions30:07 Animal Kingdom Updates34:15 Avatar and Pandora Attractions38:48 Epic Universe and Hotel Recommendations44:10 Holiday Traditions at Disney45:59 Dining Recommendations for Anniversary Trip49:01 Cedar Point and Knottsberry Farm52:14 Upcoming Episode and ConclusionFollow UsBlue Sky | Twitter/X | Facebook | Threads | InstagramEmail: [email protected]

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• 76 - Festival of the Lion King

  Join AJ, Mike, and Chris as we dive into the history of Festival of the Lion King, one of Walt Disney World’s most beloved stage shows. Opening alongside Disney’s Animal Kingdom on April 22, 1998, the show was originally designed as a quick, temporary solution, but it grew into a fan-favorite production that’s still running today.We explore the fascinating journey of the show, including:The origins of Camp Minnie-Mickey and the companion show Pocahontas and Her Forest Friends.How the Lion King Celebration Parade at Disneyland influenced Animal Kingdom’s show.Michael Eisner’s last-minute push for characters and stage shows at Animal Kingdom.Disney Legend Ron Logan’s leadership and the recycling of parade floats to create the production.Writer and director Reed Jones, his early Disney career, and his vision for a celebratory musical revue rather than a simple retelling of the film.A detailed walkthrough of the show itself from the Tumble Monkeys to the fire knife dancer to the aerial “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” duet.The show’s upgrades over time, including moving from its original “shed” theater in Camp Minnie-Mickey to the Harambe Theater when Pandora – The World of Avatar was announced.The pandemic closure, the scaled-down A Celebration of Festival of the Lion King, and the triumphant full return in 2022.A look at the Hong Kong Disneyland version and how it differs from Walt Disney World’s.Join us as we celebrate the story of a show that was meant to be temporary but became an Animal Kingdom icon.00:00 Welcome to 90s Disney01:12 Festival of the Lion King Introduction01:33 Disney in the 90s Recap01:58 Animal Kingdom's Opening Day04:29 Beastly Kingdomme and Budget Cuts06:56 Camp Minnie-Mickey: A Temporary Solution09:05 Pocahontas and Her Forest Friends Show11:00 Lion King Celebration Parade at Disneyland14:21 Creating Festival of the Lion King17:47 The Show's Key Performers and Acts32:59 Voice Actors33:40 Theater Upgrades and Popularity34:38 Timon's Articulated Head and Other Upgrades35:55 Pandora and the New Harambe Theater38:37 COVID-19 Impact and Show Modifications41:59 Full Return of the Festival of the Lion King43:45 Hong Kong's Festival of the Lion King45:27 Disney Stage Shows and Personal Experiences52:08 Listener Emails and CommentsFollow UsBlue Sky | Twitter/X | Facebook | Threads | InstagramEmail: [email protected]

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