On This Episode

Tom shares the details of his newly booked Walt Disney World vacation. Bluey’s Wild World at Disney's Animal Kingdom will use a virtual queue when it opens. Disney provided a first look at the pre-show animatronics and merchandise lines coming to Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. The Swedish Chef’s new food kiosk menu is revealed. Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu is debuting in theaters soon and Disney Parks are offering specialized Magic Shots, exclusive merchandise like the Jetpack Sipper, and new themed food. Disney announced the full location lineup for the upcoming Soarin' Across America attraction at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Disney Cruise Line is launching new onboard summer programming for certain itineraries featuring a "Frozen" deck sing-along and an updated Mickey and Minnie pirate stage show. Disneyland debuted more exclusive merchandise for Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary.

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• Bluey's Wild World
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• Mandalorian and Grogu
• Soarin’ Across America
• Summer on Disney Cruise Line

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On This Episode

DVC shared the details of the return of Welcome Home Weeks, including a 40% dining discount at select restaurants and free treats for members. Disney announced DVC Member and Annual Passholder previews for Soarin' Across America and Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. The guys discuss the hot start Big Thunder Mountain Railroad got off to after its year long refurbishment and they fire off a list of all of the enhancements made to the iconic ride. Disney gave a first look at the Bluey-themed "Fairy Bread" coming to Animal Kingdom. Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets will not utilize a virtual queue upon its official re-opening. A summer preview for Disney Springs highlights the upcoming Level 99 mini-games experience and the Six Ravens restaurant from the team behind Gideon’s Bakehouse. Disneyland announced that all Autopia cars will transition to being fully electric by early 2027.

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• Big Thunder Mountain Reopening
• New at Disney Springs This Summer
• Bluey Fairy Bread

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On This Episode

Tom makes a correction from the last episode and discusses a recent experience with drones. New concept art for the upcoming Lakeshore Lodge reveals details about the resort's pool, boat dock, and waterfront restaurant. Disney Vacation Club announces new spring incentives for 2026, including free park tickets for Disneyland Hotel purchases. Walt Disney World will add a fourth vessel named the Meg Gilbert Crofton to its historic ferry boat fleet. Imagineers provide updates on the Tropical Americas expansion at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, including details for the new Encanto-themed boat ride. The guys celebrate the halfway mark to Halloween with a reveal of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party dates and a first look at new seasonal merchandise. A final wave of Star Wars Day products arrives at the Disney Store and theme parks. The guys recklessly speculate on reports of a Disney "super app" digital hub, technical details for the new Space Mountain at Tokyo Disneyland, and rumors surrounding the availability of MagicBand+ at the Disneyland Resort.

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• New WDW Ferry
• Tropical Americas Update
• Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Details
• Halloween Merch
• More Star Wars Merch

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