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Hosts: Matt Hochberg, Len Testa, Mike Scopa, Mike Newell, Chris Eliopoulos & The Fabulous Annette Owens

Topics:

• A Stitch In Time


Today, we discuss the recent closing of Stitch's Supersonic Celebration, the poor reviews of Stitch's Great Escape, and debate the value or Stitch as an overall character.


• Previous Episodes about Magic Kingdom attractions can be found here.





Running Time: 25:45

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Hosts: Matt Hochberg, Len Testa Mike Scopa, Mike Newell, & The Fabulous Annette Owens
Featuring Special Guests: Fred Block, Beci Mahnken, & Deb Wills


Topics:

• Live Show 34. Originally aired 6/29/09 on MouseWorld Radio 1


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Running Time: 2:08:23

Episode 585 is now available for download.

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Hosts: Matt Hochberg, Len Testa, Mike Scopa, Mike Newell & The Fabulous Annette Owens


Topics:

• Listener Questions



• Mike from NJ wants a page in the Wiki to describe MouseWorld Radio programming schedule. Scopa thinks that there should a reference to the Unofficial Guide's contents.
• Someone wants a recommendation for ECV. Mr Wooster recommends reading Larry Heidenberg's article in the Touring Plans blog.
• Mike from NY wants to make proposing during Wishes more special.
• The Panel discuss wedding invites they haven't received.
• Jay from NC wants to arrive at the Parks when the turnstiles open, and wonders if bus transportation is better than car.
• Steven from WA wants to know what Concierge provides, and whether it is worth the additional cost. Mr Wooster suggests Episode 141: Concierge at the Polynesian.
• Michael from Illonis wants a few inexpensive magical experiences. Mr Wooster suggests Episode 557: Favorite Hidden Attractions. Jeeves suggests Episode 387: Resort Activities.
• Mellissa wants to know the best between Coronado Springs, Caribbean Beach and Port Orleans Riverside for her honeymoon.
• Mellissa wants to do one special thing on her honeymoon.
• Enrique from FL enjoys the Running episodes, and asks how Disney calculates the times in these races.
• Nicole from SC asks what time she should get in line for Fantasmic!.
• Nicole from SC wants a cheap but good hotel (Jeeves recommends Episode 506: Who Wants Len's Room?).
• Susan from NJ wants to get as many FASTPASSes as possible in the morning for use in the evening.
• Cill wonders why the Crowd Calendar is adjusted. Mr Wooster recommends Fred Hazelton's articles in the Touring Plans blog.
• Sue refers to Episode 516: Listener Questions, and thought that Kodak wanted the changes to the Dream Finder.
• Sarah from UK wants to know which Park is best to go to on New Year's Eve.
• Sarah from UK asks whether Fantasmic! will be screed more often in peak season.
• Sarah from UK wants alternate suggestions for her then 10-year-old's birthday's evening (see also Episode 544: Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue).
• Ann from Atlanta asks about solo dining.
• Kala asks for advice re epilepsy.
• Rita from Tennessee says that RC Cola rocks, and wants advise for locations to eat packed lunches.




Running Time: 36:25

Episode 584 is now available for download.




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Hosts: Matt Hochberg, Len Testa, Mike Scopa, & Mike Newell

Topics:

July 4th Touring

Today, we discuss what obsticles guests can encounter on July 4th at WDW, and how to avoid them.


• Related Links:

• Episode 273: July Fourth events
• Episode 465: To Sleep, Perchance To Dream
• Other Holiday Touring episodes



Running Time: 18:02

Episode 583 is now available for download.


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Hosts: Matt Hochberg, Len Testa, Mike Scopa, Mike Newell, & Sam Gennawey

Topics:

• Sam Gennawey


Today, urban planner Sam Gennawey returns to discuss the hidden magic behind the construction of Disney's theme parks.



Running Time: 24:40

Episode 582 is now available for download.

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Hosts: Matt Hochberg, Len Testa, Mike Scopa & The Fabulous Annette Owens


Topics:

• Listener Questions



• Karen refers to Episode 571: Breakfasts, Brunches & Lunches, and asks whether the House of Blues lunch involves a lot of religion.
• Mag from TX refers to Episode 562: Character Dining Revisited, and says that as a former Cast Member there are sufficient characters in the Garden Grove restaurant (Swan hotel).
• Stephanie asks how long the travel time is to the Hoop-De-Doo; Grill.
• Chris asks about violence in the Parks.
• Matt from PA refers to Episode 510: Listener Questions, and comments on rumors of lifetime passes.
• Matt from PA asks whether the Panel has stayed Animal Kingdom Lodge Concierge;, and done the Sunrise Safari.
• Matt from PA asks whether moving luggage when staying at multiple resorts is a problem.
• Kevin asks for does and don'ts for a short visit, especially when visiting the Animal Kingdom only. (See also Episode 402: The Weekend Getaway.)
• Dawn asks whether she can combine a 40% off offer with the Free Dining Plan.
• Brett gives his marathon; lessons.
• Megan from Georgia asks whether it is worth her getting a 10-day no expiration Park Hopper instead of a 4-day Park Hopper.
• Megan from Georgia asks about Downtown Disney hotels versus Scopa Towers, with regards to shuttles, EMHs; and losing the Magic.
• Meredith from Canada asks about Park haunted stories (other than Pirates and Haunted Mansion).
• Mark from UK refers to Episode 515: Deluxe Resorts and recommends the Wilderness Lodge, and was bored with the Animal Kingdom Lodge.
• Christian from NY asks Scopa about the rebranding of the Scopa Towers, and what Scopa likes most about Scopa Towers.
• Christian from Minnesota asks about getting an ADR; for 14 people, but arranging 17 to show up à la Len Testa.
• Dena from TX refers to Episode 569: When You Gotta Go..., and tells a story with her husband and a Saddam Hussain t-shirt.




Running Time: 31:00

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Hosts: Matt Hochberg, Mike Scopa , Mike Newell, & Deb Koma

Topics:

TreeHouse Villas

Today, Senior writer for AllEars.net Deb Koma joins us to discuss the new TreeHouse Villas at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort.


• Previous Episodes about individual resorts can be found here.
• Previous Episodes about accommodation generally can be found here.
• Previous Episodes about DVC can be found here.



Running Time: 22:22

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Hosts: Matt Hochberg, Mike Newell, Sara Moore & The Fabulous Annette Owens
Topics:

• European Live Show. Originally aired 5/25/09 on MouseWorld Radio 1

Running Time: 1:45:05

Live Show #33 is now available for download.

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Hosts: Matt Hochberg, Len Testa Mike Scopa, Mike Newell, & The Fabulous Annette Owens
Topics:

• Live Show 32. Originally aired 5/31/09 on MouseWorld Radio 1


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Running Time: 2:11:05