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Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
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Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
Is Disney's Aulani Worth It? Full Breakdown with Becky from Disney in Your Day
Today we’re heading to paradise—Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawai‘i! It’s one of only three standalone Disney resorts in the world and a masterclass in immersive theming and storytelling. We’ll explore the fascinating history behind Aulani, from its cultural inspiration to how Imagineers infused Hawaiian traditions with Disney magic. Then we’re joined by Becky from Disney in Your Day, who shares first-hand details from her recent stay. In this episode you’ll hear: Becky’s first impressions of Aulani 🏝️ Whether the resort is just for Disney fans or for anyone who loves Hawai‘i How Aulani compares to the theme-park experience Why it might deserve a spot on your Disney bucket list ✨ If you’ve ever dreamed of visiting Aulani—or just want a virtual escape to paradise—this episode will take you there.   Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Looking to book a Disney trip with Becky? Reach out to Beckyg@castledreamstravel.com for a free quote. Timestamps Welcome 00:00 History of Aulani Welcome Back Becky! 07:43 First Impressions of Aulani 10:05 Is the Resort TOO Disney? 11:55 Things to Do Around the Resort 12:37 Why Planning is More Difficult 17:32 Off Property Activities 21:24 Becky’s Aulani Food Review 23:30 How Does Aulani Compare to the Theme Parks? 29:12 What Would You Do Differently? 30:56 Should Aulani Be on Your Bucket List? 33:14 Race in Every State 34:26 Final Planning Tips 36:21 Let Us Know if You’ve Been to Aulani? 38:28
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2 days ago
39 minutes

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
Lightning Lane, Standby or Skip: Which Would You Choose?
⚡️ Lightning Lane, Standby, or Skip? It’s the ultimate Disney attraction showdown! In this episode, we play a brand-new game where we take groups of three Disney rides and decide which one deserves a Lightning Lane, which we’d wait in standby, and which we’d skip altogether (sorry, not everything’s a must-do!). In this episode you’ll hear: Our picks for the must-ride attractions worth a Lightning Lane 💥 Which rides are fine to wait for in standby 🎢 The controversial skips that might shock Disney fans 😬 Heated debates and surprising choices from all four parks So grab your park map and play along—tell us your Lightning Lane, Standby, or Skip lineup! Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code ENCHANTED at checkout to save 15% off your next order. Timestamps Welcome 00:00 Classic Dark Rides 01:41 EPCOT 06:47 Become an Enchanted Ears Insiders for Bonus Episodes 14:20 Toy Story Land 14:44 Rides That Could Use an Update 20:03 Animal Kingdom 26:43 Tell Us Your Picks 32:06
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1 week ago
33 minutes

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
The Art of Storytelling: Inside Disney Imagineering with Kevin Rafferty
From dishwasher at Disneyland to legendary Disney Imagineer. In this episode, Kevin Rafferty shares how a last-minute choice launched his Imagineering career and the storytelling secrets behind some of Disney’s most iconic attractions. In this episode you’ll hear: How a spur-of-the-moment decision kick-started Kevin’s Imagineering journey The original concept for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway What it was like collaborating with Aerosmith on Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster The step-by-step process of developing Cars Land—from blue-sky to grand opening If you love Imagineering history, creative process deep dives, and behind-the-scenes Disney stories, this one’s pure pixie dust. Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code ENCHANTED at checkout to save 15% off your next order. Check out Kevin's book here Timestamps Welcome 00:00 Kevin’s Go To Karaoke Song 02:12 The Start of an Incredible Career 04:19 Learning from the Original Imagineers 15:00 Becoming a Show Writer 17:44 Kevin’s Potential Second Career 22:30 Bringing Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway to Life 23:26 How Do Story and Ride Mechanics Work Together? 33:07 Kevin’s Favorite Easter Egg 37:59 Kevin’s Disney Favorites 40:42 A Disneyland Love Story 44:30 Working with Jim Henson on MuppetVision 3D 47:22 Celebrity Stories from Imagineering 50:22 Creating Cars Land 56:58 Looking to the Movies for Inspiration 1:07:07 Was There an Attraction Kevin Wanted to Build? 1:11:32 Adding Walt to Carousel of Progress 1:13:48 Kevin’s Favorite Attraction He Worked On 1:16:49 Kevin’s Advice to Future Imagineers 1:23:02
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2 weeks ago
1 hour 30 minutes

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
Inside the Hidden Art of VFX
Have you ever wondered how your favorite movies are made? Today, we’re going behind the scenes of the VFX process with Eric Kimelton, a visual effects supervisor who’s helped bring countless on-screen worlds to life. In this episode, Eric breaks down: How VFX artists help directors visualize every shot before filming even begins What goes into building digital environments you see on screen How advancements in technology are transforming visual effects Why collaboration between artists, directors, and editors is the key to movie magic ✨ If you love learning how film magic is made—or just want to better appreciate the work behind your favorite Disney, Marvel, or blockbuster movies—this is a fascinating deep dive into the world of VFX. Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code ENCHANTED at checkout to save 15% off your next order. Timestamps Welcome 00:00 Welcome Back Eric 03:08 How Eric Got Started in Visual Effects 05:11 How Movies are Made Completely Digitally First 9:42 Live Action vs. Animated Movies 17:47 The Benefits of Motion Capture Performances 22:31 The Production Process 26:40 Designing Characters 32:27 Creating the Final Scene 36:53 Editing Up To the Last Minute 47:12 The Impact of Reshoots on the Visual Effects Process 48:58 The Impact of Technology and AI 50:56 How to Start in the VFX Industry 53:38 Who Should We Interview Next? 59:49
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3 weeks ago
59 minutes

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
Behind the Scenes of Disney’s Zombies With Director Paul Hoen
From zombies to werewolves to aliens, the Zombies franchise just kept getting bigger, bolder, and more fun. But how do you build a world that wild—and still make it relatable? This week, we’re joined by Paul Hoen, the director behind Disney’s Zombies films, to pull back the curtain on how it all came together. In this episode, Paul shares: How he landed the director’s chair for the first Zombies movie 🎬 The creative process behind shaping Seabrook’s colorful world What it takes to bring those massive musical numbers to life The deeper themes that connect the entire franchise And yes, we had to ask… could there be a Zombies 5? 👀 Whether you’re team zombie, team werewolf, team alien, or team cheerleader, this is a must-listen for any Disney fan who loves learning what happens behind the camera. Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code ENCHANTED at checkout to save 15% off your next order. Timestamps Welcome 00:00 How Paul’s Career Got Started 03:22 Making Movies That Resonate 07:03 The Themes of the Zombies Franchise 12:30 Planning a Trilogy? 17:23 What’s Up with Addison’s Hair? 18:22 Keeping Zombies Fresh in a World of Musicals 21:51 Finding the Cast 24:29 Behind the Scenes of Making the Movies 28:09 Paul’s Favorite Moment 40:37 Pitching Our Favorite Zombies Theories 42:51 Is All of This Just Happening in Seabrook? 51:27 Cut Storylines 52:32 Will There Be a Zombies 5? 55:48 What’s Your Favorite Zombies Movie? 1:00:19
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1 month ago
1 hour 1 minute

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
$1,000 vs $25,000 Disney Vacation
Everyone knows going to Disney World is expensive—but how expensive depends on how you plan. In this episode, we explore what different Disney trips look like at four very different budgets: $1,000, $5,000, $10,000 and $25,000. What you’ll hear in this episode: Is it possible to take your family to Disney World for under $1,000? What do you gain (and what do you lose) with a $5,000 trip? What does a $25,000 “ultimate Disney vacation” actually look like? How much of your budget goes to tickets, Lightning Lanes, food, hotels, and merch Tips for setting realistic expectations for your own Disney trip Whether you’re planning on a tight budget or dreaming big, this episode will help you see the magic in every kind of Disney vacation. Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code ENCHANTED at checkout to save 15% off your next order. Timestamps Welcome 00:00 Pricing Out Your Disney World Vacation 01:19 $1,000 Trip 03:38 $5,000 Disney Vacation 11:51 $10,000 Family Vacation 17:31 Disney World Park Refresh Rotation 24:52 Trip Add Ons 30:52 $25,000 Once in a Lifetime Disney World Vacation 34:08 Go To Restaurants 42:36 Can You Have Too Much Disney? 46:35
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1 month ago
48 minutes

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
Enchanted Tiki Room: The Attraction That Started It All
The Enchanted Tiki Room didn’t just add charm to Adventureland—it changed Disney history forever. In this episode, we explore how Walt Disney and Imagineers used groundbreaking technology to bring the first audio-animatronics to life, paving the way for Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean and beyond. What you’ll hear in this episode: Walt’s original idea for the Enchanted Tiki Room Why the Tiki Room is the foundation of Disney Parks How NASA technology helped make the Tiki Birds possible If you’re a Disney adult who loves Imagineering stories, this is one you won’t want to miss. Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code ENCHANTED at checkout to save 15% off your next order. Timestamps Welcome 00:00 The Origins of Audio Animatronics 01:58 The Start of the Enchanted Tiki Room 08:11 How NASA Made it All Possible 11:04 The Problem with a Dinner Show 18:46 Writing the Songs 22:03 Remnants of the Tea Room 23:54 Opening Day Success 26:37 Dole Sponsorship 30:18 Fun Facts 35:17 Other Versions of the Tiki Room 39:12 Trader Sam’s 48:46 What Attraction Should We Cover Next? 51:09
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1 month ago
53 minutes

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
The Evolution of Disney Dan
You know him for his iconic Evolution of Disney Costume videos, but today we’re flipping the script and looking back at the evolution of Disney Dan himself. In this episode, we talk with Dan about: His early YouTube days creating Disney Infinity unboxings How he launched the Distory series and built a community Why he stepped out from behind the camera to share his wild Disney adventures A sneak peek at the live shows he’s developing A tease of what may be his biggest adventure yet Whether you’re a longtime Disney Dan fan or just discovering his work, this is a fun look at a creator who’s turned his Disney passion into a career. Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code ENCHANTED at checkout to save 15% off your next order. Timestamps Welcome 00:00 Help Us Reach the Top 100 on Apple Podcasts! 02:38 Welcome Disney Dan! 03:45 Dan’s Origin on YouTube 05:26 The Invention of Distory 11:13 Evolution of Disney Costumes 16:19 How Dan Does His Research 24:27 Favorite Character Dan Has Covered 28:01 I Guess We’re RunDisney Freaks Now 34:01 KiteTails-Forever in Our Hearts 37:00 Moving to Adventure Style Vlogs 40:55 Favorite Disney Memorabilia 50:07 Where Dan Stores All His Costumes 54:01 The Best McDonald’s Lifehack 57:07 Meeting Lin Manuel-Miranda 1:00:23 Dan’s Next Adventure 01:10:17
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1 month ago
1 hour 17 minutes

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
The Best Land in Every Disney World Park
Disney parks are famous for their immersive lands—from dining inside Beast’s Castle in Fantasyland to soaring on the back of a Banshee in Pandora. Each land transports you to a completely different world. 🌍 But not all lands are created equal. In this episode, we debate which themed land is the best in each Disney World park—Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom. Some of our picks may surprise you! What you’ll hear in this episode: Which land is the strongest in each Disney World park 🏰 The lands we think are overrated (and underrated) What makes a themed land feel truly magical Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code ENCHANTED at checkout to save 15% off your next order.   Timestamps Welcome 00:00 Best Land in Animal Kingdom 00:59 What are Your Favorite Lands at Disney World? 08:42 Hollywood Studio’s Top Land 08:56 Is World Showcase the Best Part of EPCOT? 19:21 The Best Land in Magic Kingdom 27:23 What is the Best Land in All of Walt Disney World? 36:29
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1 month ago
38 minutes

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
Who Belongs on Pixar's Mount Rushmore?
Who are the greatest Pixar characters of all time? Woody? Nemo? Mike and Sulley? In this episode, we debate which four characters deserve to be carved into the Mount Rushmore of Pixar. From Toy Story to Finding Nemo, Monsters, Inc. to The Incredibles, Pixar has given us some of the most beloved and influential animated characters in history. But only four can make the cut. Join us as we make our case for the most iconic Pixar characters ever—and let us know which ones you’d choose for your Pixar Mount Rushmore. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like behind the camera of a Disney YouTube channel, you won’t want to miss this conversation. Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code ENCHANTED at checkout to save 15% off your next order. Timestamps Welcome 00:00 Mount Rushmore 01:24 Who’s the George Washington of Pixar? 03:06 Our Pick for Jefferson 07:17 Who’s Roosevelt? 12:42 The Fourth Greatest Pixar Character Ever 25:58 Has Pixar Lost Its Touch? 34:32 Who Are Your Picks? 39:26
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2 months ago
40 minutes

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
Behind the Scenes of a Disney Content Creator with AllEars Quincy
What’s it really like to cover the Disney parks for a living? To find out, we sat down with Quincy from AllEars.net for an inside look at what goes into making your favorite Disney videos. In this episode, Quincy shares: How much planning and production goes into an AllEars video 🎬 The INSANE amount of steps she walks in the parks 🏰 Ideas she’d love to use for a future video The one AllEars video that will never see the light of day If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like behind the camera of a Disney YouTube channel, you won’t want to miss this conversation. Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code ENCHANTED at checkout to save 15% off your next order. Timestamps Welcome 00:00 The Dracula Animatronic is Sexy? 01:39 Joining the AllEars Team 04:41 The Toll of Being in the Parks Every Day 11:01 Let’s Get Quincy a Chacos Sponsorship! 16:54 The Process of Making an AllEars Video 19:29 Quincy’s Favorite and Least Favorite Videos 27:46 What It Takes to Ride Every Disney World Attraction in One Day 29:58 Expert Lightning Lane Strategy  45:03 The Video That Will Never Be Released 51:31 Potential Upcoming Video Ideas 53:35 Quincy’s Favorite Ride and Disney Movie 58:17 Dungeons and Dragons 1:01:14 What’s Next for AllEars? 1:06:45
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2 months ago
1 hour 9 minutes

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
Our Most Honest Disney Confessions
Even the most devoted Disney fans have their secrets… and today, we’re sharing ours. 🤫 In this episode, we make a few confessions that could get our Disney cards revoked: Disney movies we still haven’t watched 🎬 The Disney park that’s totally skippable 🏰 One of us doesn’t get the fascination with Donald Duck 🦆 Join us as we open up about our controversial Disney takes, laugh through our guilty admissions, and maybe even share some that you secretly agree with too. Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code ENCHANTED at checkout to save 15% off your next order. Timestamps Welcome 00:00 Disney News 01:35 Save 15% at Magic Candle Company with code ENCHANTED 05:39 Our Disney Movie Hot Takes 06:54 Donald Duck Isn’t Number One 10:50 You Can Skip EPCOT?!? 12:48 Getting Lost in the Parks 16:22 The Classic Disney Attraction That’s Just OK 18:40 This is Where We Lose the Star Wars Fans 22:55 Coco Take It or Leave It 25:18 Figment Haunts Your Nightmares 26:54 How Cares What Color Cinderella Castle Is? 29:15 Is Anyone Still Even Watching? 31:34
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2 months ago
32 minutes

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
Disney Trip Planning Has Changed - Here's What You Need to Know
Disney World trip planning has changed. There we said it. In this episode, we recap our most recent vacation and share why our approach to Disney has shifted. Instead of cramming every minute into the parks, we discovered the magic of slowing down and exploring more outside the gates. From choosing the right hotel to battling the Florida heat in spring and summer, we give you practical tips for planning a Disney World trip that feels both fun and refreshing. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned Disney fan, this episode will help you rethink your strategy and get more magic out of your next vacation. In this episode we cover: Disney World trip planning tips for 2025 Why resort time can be more magical than the parks Fun activities outside of the parks How to rethink your Disney strategy for a better trip Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code Enchanted at checkout to save 15% off your next order. Time Stamps Welcome 00:00 Disney News 00:51 Angela Joins the Mug Club 09:17 Staying at Fort Wilderness 11:48 Disney World Trip Planning has Changed 13:54 Spending Time Outside the Parks 20:16 Foot golf at Oak Trail Golf Course 23:16 Wilderness Back Trail Segway Tour 29:42 Our Hoop De Doo Revue Debacle 38:36 Is There More Magic Outside of the Parks? 45:11 The Importance of Lightning Lanes 48:19 Trader Sam’s 50:03 Our Thoughts on the Disney Starlight Parade 55:53 Unfairly Ever After Villains Show 58:02 What Are Your Favorite Non-Park Activities at Disney? 1:06:05
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2 months ago
1 hour 7 minutes

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party (2025) Full Recap
🎃 Thinking about going to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2025 at Magic Kingdom? In this episode, we share our full review of opening night, from the Boo To You Parade and Halloween fireworks to the best treats, character meet-and-greets, and time-saving tips. If you’re planning your Disney trip this fall, this guide will help you make the most of the party!
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3 months ago
1 hour 12 minutes

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
Ranking Every Attraction at Magic Kingdom
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. With over 30 attractions, Magic Kingdom has more magic packed into it than any of the other Disney World parks. And that doesn’t even count all of the characters to see or restaurants to eat at. So with only so many hours in the day, how do you prioritize it all? How do you know which attraction is a can’t miss and which is a skip? Well, lucky for you, you don’t have to.  Because we rode every single attraction at the Magic Kingdom and today we’re ranking them all from worst to first. Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code Enchanted at checkout to save 15% off your next order. Timestamps Welcome 00:00 Tier Ranking System 02:10 Tomorrowland 05:11 Fantasyland 16:30 Liberty Square 34:13 Frontierland 41:04 Adventureland 50:43 Ranking Every Attraction 1:03:18 Tell Us Why We’re Wrong 1:11:28
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3 months ago
1 hour 12 minutes 13 seconds

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
5 Disney Inventions That Changed History
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. This week, Disney announced plans to merger Hulu and Disney+.  We discuss why this is a big win for Disney fans.  Plus we got our first look at the offerings for the new Beak and Barrel lounge coming to Magic Kingdom. Walt Disney was a visionary who was constantly looking for ways to entertain people in new and innovative ways. And he built that vision and drive right into the DNA of the Disney Company. So with 100 years of history under its belt, the Company had to create a few groundbreaking inventions, right? Well today, we’re counting down the top 5 inventions that came out of Disney that completely changed the course of history. From changing the movie going experience to forever solidifying the theme park industry, these inventions have become engrained in our culture. Let us know what your pick for the top invention is. Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code Enchanted at checkout to save 15% off your next order. Timestamps Welcome 00:00 Disney News 01:21 MultiPlane Camera 12:09. +11:09 Fantasound 22:02 Pixar Renderman 31:15 Fastpass 37:51 Run Disney Sign Up Issues 53:04 Audio Animatronics 54:57 What’s Your Pick? 1:06:01
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3 months ago
1 hour 6 minutes 47 seconds

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
Disney Would You Rather . . . But Zany
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. The internet loves crazy hypothetical choices, so why not give the internet what it wants? This week we are debating some of the craziest, most over the top would you rather scenarios about the Disney parks we could dream up. Would you rather wait hours for your favorite attraction or ride your least favorite attraction dozen or times in a row? How about a night in the Cinderella Castle Suite instead of a free week at your favorite resort? These are just a few of the all of the choices and let us know what you’d pick. Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code Enchanted at checkout to save 15% off your next order. Timestamps Welcome 00:00 Crazy Theme Park Choices 02:12 Hotel Dilemmas 13:53 Food & Merch - The Important Stuff 21:43 The Scenarios Every True Disney Fan Debates 30:28 What you mentioned shifted my mindset 31:49 Tell Us Your Picks 46:14
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3 months ago
46 minutes 56 seconds

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
Was Fantastic Four (2015) Really That Bad?
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. This week, Disney announced some more changes for Hollywood Studios. Plus Angela gets way too excited for popcorn buckets. Today, we’re taking a look back at one of the biggest misfires in movie history - the 2015 version of Fantastic Four. What seemed like a promising movie, with a solid cast and rising director, ultimately failed to live up to even the lowest expectations. Critics hated it, fans hated it, no one went to see it.  But we wanted to know - was it really that bad? So we come to you this week, having watched it, with the details behind its demise and whether the Fantastic Four is worth your time. Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code Enchanted at checkout to save 15% off your next order. Timestamps Welcome 00:00 Disney News 01:02 A Fantastic History 6:49 This Should Have Succeeded 16:02 But It Didn’t 23:32 Fantastic Four Recap 25:05 Fantastic Four “Snyder Cut” 31:57 The Problem With the Ending 33:31 The Problem With the Rest of the Movie 38:45 How To Fix the Movie 44:59
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4 months ago
53 minutes 53 seconds

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
Top 5 Attractions Disney Never Built
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. This week, Disneyland kicked off it’s 70th anniversary celebration.  With that came the reveal of the new Walt Disney animatronic and the internet has some thoughts. Then in our main topic, we welcome back Disney Historian and Author Chris Smith. Chris joins us to discuss the Disney parks that never was and helps us count down the top 5 greatest unbuilt Disney attractions. From rides with 30 foot, fire breathing dragons to Muppets spoofing popular movies to a massive land that was cut from the opening of Magic Kingdom, Chris shares the stories of why these attractions never came to be. Let us know which attraction you wished Disney had built. Check out Chris’s books at https://chrissmithbooks.com Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Time Stamps Welcome 00:00 Disney News 01:52 Top 5 Unbuilt Disney Attractions 07:48 Roger Rabbit’s Hollywood 09:51 Dragon Tower 19:35 Will Disney Build All of New Attractions They Announced? 28:29 Fire Mountain and Villain Mountain 32:45 Idea for a Fifth Disney World Park 37:56 The Great Muppets Movie Ride 42:27 Western River Expedition 50:09 Check Out Chris’s Work 1:11:08
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4 months ago
1 hour 13 minutes 48 seconds

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast
What Was it Like Being Friends With a Disney Legend?
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. This week we talk with journalist and author Chuck Schmidt about his new book Marty, Mickey and Me. You may already by familiar with Chuck’s work from his previous books or his regular column on Allears.net, but even if you aren’t, this isn’t an episode you want to miss. We get into Chuck’s incredible career, from making early connections within the Disney company to numerous stories involving some incredible Disney Legends (I mean how amazing would it be to just causally run into Joe Rohde?) And if you want to read about even more of Chuck’s incredible stories with Disney Legend Marty Sklar, check out his book Marty, Mickey and Me which is out now. Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don’t forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code Enchanted at checkout to save 15% off your next order. Timestamps Welcome 00:00 Chuck’s Love of Disney 02:53 How Has Covering Disney Changed Over the Years? 07:47 Meeting Marty Sklar 10:23 Stories with Marty 15:07 The Journey of Making Marty, Mickey and Me 27:48 Favorite Disney Story Chuck’s Covered 37:50 Disneyland Was Kind of a Mess When it Opened 39:49 Imagineers Can Do Anything 46:16 Kevin Rafferty in The Rolling Stones?!? 48:14 Chuck’s Other Books 49:50 Marty, Mickey and Me is Out Now! 54:29
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4 months ago
56 minutes 25 seconds

Enchanted Ears: A Disney Adults Podcast