The 300th One

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In the 300th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back together after her jaunt through the Mediterranean!  It's a news and conversational episode this time around, catching Jenn up on all the things she missed.

First, Jenn is back, with a quick highlight of her trip (more to come soon), and Dave's full review of "Toy Story 5" - The plot, how it fits in the Toy Story franchise (and do you have to see the TS4?) and yes, yes, it should have ended after part 3, we all know this.

Then, a look at the new Level 99 in Disney Springs - what it is, where it is, and figuring out the details in real time.  And then a look at the new Universal Kids Resort in fantabulous Frisco, Texas... and the online reaction. 

Then, a review of previous stories, getting Jenn's take on the returning breakfast in the France pavilion.... the Eat to the Beat lineup and why the dining package is important... losing the Gingerbread House (and theories on the possible future of it)... and of course, the reaction to Disney's announcement about Disney Springs Parking, and multiple uses of the word "Kerfuffle".  Plus, Disney finally clarifying some vague details, and more questions.  

Finally, why we do what we do - what we love about travel planning, what we love about our jobs, and some of our fave travel planning moments, and some of our biggest guests over the course of 300 episodes!

And on our way to the next 100!!!

Ep 299. The One with Disney Springs Parking & Eat to the Beat

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In the 299th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn is sailing the high seas around Italy on the Disney Dream, so joining Dave in the podcast is first time guest / guest co-host April Craft, aka Curated By April on Insta.

A fellow travel planner at Upon a S
tar Travel, April is here to give her own opinions and discuss all the latest!

First, April is excited about helping the clients, while Dave is happy with Toy Story Taylor (Tay Story?) CDs in the mail.  

Then, a look at the latest, including Disneyland changing up their Autopia cars... the breakfast buffet returning at Chefs de France... and then, an extensive look (much longer than we thought) at the Eat to the Beat line-up, highlighting artists that we know (Boyz II Men! Tiffany! Fitz!) and spotlighting those we aren't sure about (Fly Guys? The War and the Treaty? Element?)

Finally, we look at the new small announcement made by Disney last week, that the new policy for parking at Disney Springs will take effect on June 28th - and how a small announcement has turned into quite a topic, mostly supportive, but also those pushing back.  We chat about why we like it, how people will try to get around it, and address some of the biggest questions on it - including how Disney doesn't like to give details when making such policies. 

Ep 298. The One with the Disney Horror Stories

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In the 298th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are ready to share some Disney horror stories... but first... we know the best answer to any question is "Spend the night in Disney".  And for Dave's kid, the best answer is "We have a reservation at Cinderella's Royal Table!"

Then, Jenn is getting set for her upcoming cruise in Italy, walking through both the cruise itinerary she's ready for, but also getting ready for the cruise - some tips on things to know and pack for, and some differences in American cruises and European cruises.

Finally, they give their is "horror stories"... not the awful, devastating things, but those things we just find super duper inconvenience - getting stuck on a ride... in the hot sun.  Getting caught in the rain... and the humidity that comes after.  Finding out the MCO lines are closed... or the wrong song... or a Lightning Lane across the entire park...

Ep 297. The One with Bouncebacks, Buzzy, and the Carousel of Changes

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In the 297th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are looking at the changes forthcoming on a classic attraction - the CoP.

First up, Jenn preps for more trips, while Dave reviews "Stolen Kingdom", a documentary about Disney explorers... and the lore of Buzzy's Disappearance. (its a great doc!)

Next, runDisney crashes online, to the dismay of the runners.  Taylor Swift has joined forces with Disney Pixar with the upcoming Toy Story 5.  Bluey's Virtual Queue disappears a week after it shows up. And Disney releases 2027 Bounceback Promos. 

Then, the Carousel of Progress... Disney has announced it's closing in July for a long refurbishment period in which all the scenes will change. How do we feel about it? We talk through the upcoming shifts, what is rumored to be happening, and what we will miss - we want Orville!

We do a brief look at the voice cast, wonder who might be the new narrator, and discuss the upcoming Walt audio-animatronic. And overall - do we approve? Or do we wish for the current version to remain? 

Ep 296. The One with Mando, Grogu, & The Cool Kids Review

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In the 296th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back for the latest Star War, Cool Kids and even bringing the baggage news!

First, Jenn had a blast on her birthday weekend down in the parks, while Dave saw The Mandalorian & Grogu - and gives his honest review (spoiler: he liked it...)

Then, the updated luggage services from Disney World! We knew you could turn your luggage into your value resort before you fly home, but now, you can turn your luggage in early and have it delivered to your resort!!! 

Finally - Jenn was there for the Cool Kids Summer Preview!  She spills the news on Bluey's Wild World over in Animal Kingdom... loving the new Soarin (but also loving the OG)... The Muppets performing for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster... smoother rides at Big Thunder... and much more happening now! 

Plus, thoughts on CommuniCore and why Jenn seems satisfied but why Dave wants more. 

Ep 295. The One with The First One (Our 6th Anniversary Episode!)

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In the 295th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are celebrating SIX YEARS of podcasting together - as the show turns six years old, we run through a series of quick topics and headlines
first...

Booking Adventures by Disney and why you need to consider it for your worldwide touring vacations... Jenn has another week of heavy travel coming up... rumors of the Lego Main Street USA set (which has now been revealed since recording)... 

And an overview of the Bluey Virtual Queuey... and remembering the legendary voice of Tom Kane.

Then, a quick look back at the Darkest Timeline of Spring 2020 and what was happening and starting the podcast.  And finally, a replay of our very first episode, dropping on May 21st, 2020, with a little Q&A between the two of us. 

THANK YOU FOR SIX YEARS OF LISTENING!!!! 

Ep 294. The One with the (updated) Star Wars Film Rankings

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In the 294th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave look back a year or so, to an episode done in April of 2025 - when we decided to rank all 12 theatrical Star Wars Films... and of course, we had to have on our Star Wars fanboy friend, The Derek Frank, to discuss.

And he is back again!  

First up, not only is Jenn getting ready for her upcoming Disney travels, Dave has in his magic bands for his own trip and Derek gives the scoop on the Star Wars After Dark event in Disneyland.

Then, the trio dives into the films - the prequel trilogy, the originals,  the sequel trilogy, and the three extra movies - ranking the 12 to 1, least to most favorite, and the reasons why.  Plus, why does Jenn hate Empire Strikes Back so much?

Then, an update on Jenn's travels, Derek's new men's clothing company, and Dave telling you to all go see Project Hail Mary. 

Ep 293. The One with the Disney Resort CEOs

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In the 293th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are ready to fix all the things at Walt Disney World that are outside of the parks, putting on their CEO hats once again! 

First, new shirts for Dave and new planning for Jenn, plus Jenn gives her ideas on how to store Mickey Ears. Or at least what she'd like to do, and what she actually does. 

We go over the new details for the Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, including what to expect, some new features, and all the dates.  Then a quick look at what we know for Epcot's Food & Wine Festival this coming fall.

Then, we put on our CEO hats, now assigned to look at resorts, Disney Springs, and everything else that isn't the four theme parks.  What would we do (within reason of course) - Adventurers Club returning?  Character meals in Disney Springs? Could Cinderella and Tiana moved out of 1900 Park Fare would end up making bank for Disney?  

And those stupid ESPN passes on your app.  We rant about it. 

Plus, Toad the Wet Sprocket lyrics
why d$ really wants Ryan Cabrera in Epcot... Taco Bell aint, and KIRSCHWASSER, darn it.

Ep 292. The One with It's Gonna Be MAY

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In the 292nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave reunite after Jenn's week off and Dave's solo show... 

First (and we forgot to even say it on the episode...) THANK YOU FOR 100,000 DOWNLOADS!  

Second... we dive back in to s
ome familiar news, covering some of the things we did mention last week, but this time to get Jenn's take on in, including the Muppets song list on the revamped Rock'n Roller Coaster, the returning Dexlue Disney Sining Plan, and Big Thunder reopening.

Plus, a look at Disney's upcoming Lakeshort Lodge, projected to open in 2027, and then a look at the recently announced Disney Legend 2026 line up - and who should be in, who is in that grey area and... then... a discussion on Anne Hathaway.

Finally, the May calendar at Disney - the After Hours dates, Marvel TV dates, The Devil Wears Prada 2 and Mando & Grogu movie dates... and another scan at May 26th, and ALL the big things happening on that single day - Muppets, Dis Jr, Animation Courtyard, Soarin, Bluey, and Falcon's new mission. 

Ep 291. The One with WDW27 & The Muppets

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In the 291st episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave is just Dave this time around as Jenn is out - so Dave carries the show... on a big Disney news week!

First, getting the ticket for The Mandalorian & Grogu, and why I'm looking forward to some simple Star Wars.

Then, diving into Walt Disney World 2027, as new prices and packages were released this week. We run through new additions - a dining plan returning, discounts on dining for kids, water park information - plus booking through October 2027. Plus, why should you consider booking this far out? I give you the reasons!

Finally, The Muppets are all over the Disney socials! The song list has been released for Rock'n Roller Coaster with the Muppets - I'll run through it and help those of you confused to remember what a "Song 2" is.  Also, the cameos in the queue, the storyline behind G-Force Records now, the L.I.M.O. idea, and my excited for the ride retheme and what it might mean for Muppet Fans (and how this is a home run for Disney... unless they Zootopia it...)

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Ep 290. The One with Aulani & the Dominican

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In the 290th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are finally joined again by fan fave #KylaKylaKyla, for the first time since last September! 

In the news, Buzz Lightyear has reopened, and we all chat about it even though none of us have done the new version... Big Thunder has to have an opening date soon, right? [spoiler alert, they announced it right as we were done recording - its May 3] 

Plus, the Rock'n Roller Coaster Guitar is getting an new rethemed paint job... and Annual Passholder discounts this year, with 2026's VIPassholder dining discounts.

Then, Kyla Melberg is here to talk a little travel and her busy, busy winter so far this year. She gives her Aulani report first - the dining, the travel there and back, the hotel itself, things she didn't know going in, and so on.  Then her look around the island, in the other hotel they moved to, and finally a recent trip to the Dominican, with a stay at Hard Rock. 

Ep 289. The One with Jenn in Land & Dave in World

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In the 289th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back after a few weeks away!  Spring Break weeks have come and gone, including when Jenn went to Disneyland then returned home to Pittsburgh late Monday night, only for Dave to leave Birmingham early Tuesday morning for week in Disney World!

First up, Buzz Lightyear has some soft openings, ready for next week's official reopening... Rafiki gets his name dropped in Animal Kingdom's Conversation Conservation Station... brand new ticket deals for Disney... and Crocs are getting into the headband game...

Then, Jenn and Dave share their trip reports from the parks on each coast -- Jenn (with Travel Amanda) visiting Bluey's new show, hanging at Disneyland Hotel, enjoying California Adventure's Food & Wine, and soaking in the 70th anniversary before it disappears... 

And Dave on his annual family trip, with all the dining, including Le Cellier and Sci Fi and Akershus, doing the Garden Graze at Flower & Garden Festival, and the kid's Meeting Princess stance.  And a lament on how badly Disney has handled the Easter Egg displays this year. 

It's a great time to visit either park! 

Ep 288. The One with World vs Land

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In the 288th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are saying "HAPPY BIRTHDAY" early to Friend of the Show THE Derek Franks! 

After a few Disney's This Week, we catch up with Derek and the new job and the new company and more! 

Then, we take a look at two of our favorite places... Disney World and Disneyland. And how do they stack up?

Resorts?  Dining?  Snackage?  Attractions like Haunted Mansion and Pirates and big coasters?  And Derek (may) have some Big Thunder insight!

Ep 287. The One with Disney Comforts

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In the 287th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are prepping for new promos and new festivals, while making cruise excursions (Jenn) and remembering a meal in Wonderland...

A little news brings in new extra magic hours for deluxe guests in May... Zootopia 2 coming to streaming... new Pixar getting rave reviews... and a larger look at the Disney Adventure, the ship in the Disney fleet that will mostly be in the Asian market. Plus the list of Disney godparents for each of the ships in the Disney Fleet!

Then, looking at the newest Disney promotion - Free Dining not just for the kids, but for everyone! 

Finally, the human world is a mess, and life under the sea is better than anything dey got up dere... and because the world is so wacked out, we talk about some of our favorite comfort films in Disney lore... movies that we find stress free, easy to watch, and that make us happy - from Hercules to Sleeping Beauty to the Titans... and the attractions and Disney areas that make us happy as well... and you knew we'd say PeopleMover... 

Ep 286. The One with Do This! Don't Do That!

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In the 286th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave look ahead to three big projects on the horizon at Disney World - and what they are hoping to see!

Helping the discussion is first time guest and new Friend of the Show Dave Adams, co-host of the new(ish) show Pod999 - Dave and Jenn and Dave share a little Weekly Disney, with Disneyland Paris trips, pin boards, and Garden Tea Reservations.

Then, looking at the coming Magic of Animation in Hollywood Studios, the trio give their takes on what they hope Disney will do and hopes at what they will avoid doing - making it about the animation... not letting it fall apart... and why they should honor all of Disney's Animated classics

Then a look at both the Muppets taking over Rock'n Roller Coaster and then turning our attention to Tropical Americas -- how to not make another Navi River Journey, trying to make Indy Jones relevant for the future, wanting more than Dr Teeth and of course, another mention of Its Tough to Be a Bug

Ep 285. The One with News Around the (disney) World

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In the 285th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave round up the latest news and some movie reviews!

First, Jenn's take on the trailer for "The Mandalorian & Grogu" film - having seen it literally minutes before recording the episode, then Dave's review of "Zootopia 2" - plus the countless easter eggs within the film.

Then, a look around the (disney) World with the latest on the water parks opening and closing... Bath & Body Works + Disney... new art becomes a handbag... and a rundown of all the announced fun at Epcot's Flower and Garden Festival, including Dave performing Air Supply for his kid... 

Ep 284. The One with the Disneyland CEOs

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In the 284th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are once again putting on their CEO hats, now turning their new found (if only imaginary) powers to Disney World West... that of course being Disneyland! 

And to do so, they invite in (for their fourth appearance) Friends of the Show and the hosts of the popular Skywalking Through Neverland podcast, Rich & Sarah! First, their take on both Josh D'Amaro becoming the new Head Cheese for Disney, and then their thoughts on Disneyland's Star Wars Galaxy's Edge.

Then... what happens if Josh calls us all up and tells us that we are the new CEOs of Disneyland Resort? We can't plunk down a new land or a big ride in the middle of the park, but overall, we can do what we want to make the parks even better! 

Including ideas from rare characters to updated After Dark parties to a Tiki Room feast to getting rid of the noxious fumes at Autopia. 

Also, maybe we should get rid of the bottlenecked crowds (mostly made up of teens on their phones) with the new Move Along Cast Members... 

Make sure to listen to Skywalking Through Neverland every week on all your fave pod places! 

Ep 283. The One with the new Disney Era

In the 283rd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are ready to usher in the new leadership era of Walt Disney Company because... It's a Great Big Beautiful D'Amaro!

First up, Jenn is getting ready for an upcoming cruise - but she's still at home for a while... and Dave gives his full review of the new Muppet Show episode on Disney+, also revealing his love of Sabrina Carpenter.

Then, a look at the Disney Flag Retreat and a salute to 101 year old Herb Maneloveg, a veteran and American hero! 

Finally... the news of the week, as Josh D'Amaro is appointed CEO of The Walt Disney Company, while Dana Walden takes on the newly created role of President and Chief Creative Officer, so we do a deep dive.  We take a look at the resumes of each, where they come from, 

experiences and previous roles, including Dana's "Jerry Maguire Moment" and how she had a hand in creating the modern "binge-worthy" trend, and Josh's part in Pandora in Animal Kingdom and being so Cast Member friendly.

And check out Friend of the Show Derek Frank's new venture, Chuggers Clothing

Ep 282. The One with the Festival of the Arts Weekend Review

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In the 282nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave have returned from the Upon a Star Travel meet up in Disney World for Festival of the Arts!!

The whole episode is one big "How did you Disney this week" as they give a handful of quick reviews on a large amount of places eaten, parties attended, resorts slept in, and much more.  Dave got a couple of new shirts, including a brand new Figment to sport. 

You'll find our takes on resort stays in Bay Lake Tower and Caribbean Beach... restaurants like Biergarten, Topolino's, Skipper's Canteen, Tuttio Italia, and Jaleo... lounges like Geo-82 and a return to Beak & Barrel... and events like the Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Party - and the differences in the pre-party, the Seats & Eats, and the post-party - and which one we recommend.

And of course, snacking, enjoying Broadway, and buying artwork, and the actual Festival of the Arts! 

Plus, who is right when it comes to those Pop Tart things in Woody's Lunchbox? 

It's a quick paced look at a lot of different things enjoyed by Disney, theme park and travel fans! 

Ep 281. The One Revisiting Stacey & the Must Dos

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In the 281st Episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are working on borrowed time as they are both getting set for the annual gathering of Upon a Star friends in Disney World! 

First up, Jenn is doing her packing, while Dave tells the story about Southwest that had him fuming... then how the Lovely Wife solved the problem.  

Then, a quick look at Fast & Furious in Universal - the bad (Fast and Furious Supercharged) and the hopefully good (the Fast & Furious Roller Coaster) coming in a few years.

And then they look back to 2020, when Stacey Aswad came on the show (for the first of two appearances!) and we revisit our conversation with her, discussing everything from crying in movies and fashion to starting in voice overs and roller skating and of course, how she got started with Disney and some behind the scenes fun. 

Hope you enjoy looking back at our convo with the legend that is Stacey from the Must Do Disney days, and let us know if you want to hear her on the show again!