Wednesday, March 30, 2022

Ep 098. The One with Hollywood & Sunset

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In the 98th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave open with Disney sweatshirts and Disney packing, lies to children, and excitement for Dave's trip. 


The news looks at Railroad testing... MinnieVans returning... BBB now casting... Epcot getting it's people back... medals for the summer virtual runs... and Typhoon Lagoon's H2Glow event.

Then, the two do a virtual stroll down Hollywood Studios Hollywood Boulevard, taking a right onto Sunset, to take a look at the shops, the landmarks, the attractions and more.  

Starting with the legendary Crossroads of the World (and its inspiration), then discussing Fuel Rods, McQueen's Racing Academy, the convenience of single riders, and shopping along the way, it's a great look at the front of an incredible theme park. 

Thursday, March 24, 2022

Ep 097. The One with Tickets, Passes, & Hoppers

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In the 97th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave welcome back to the show their very own Quasi Producer Heather, as they tackle what has become a tricky trio of topics.. Park Tickets... Park Hoppers... and Park Pass Reservations.

First up, a list of quick hit news topics, including masks on Skyliners... the Aloha show says Aloha... Vic & Al's coming back... new DVC resorts... Tumble Monkey's tumble again... another Guardians update... and Universal sensory rooms and park pass polling. 

Then, some good chatter about the ins and outs of buying tickets at Disney World in this post-Covid era, along with getting your park pass reservations, and when to use park hoppers - and do you even need park hoppers?  Plus, opinions on pros and cons of the way it's being done, including Heather's defense of Park Pass Reservations. 

A fun discussion, hopefully informative to you who may be confused -- and a refresher to the experts! 

Thursday, March 17, 2022

Ep 096. The One with The Disney Underground

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In the 96th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave decided it was finally time to bring a guest to the show, so naturally, they chose someone awesome -- like Gene FitzMagic from the FPE Network on YouTube, with The Disney Underground Podcast, the Magical Lifestyle, live shows and so much more all online. 

After the initial How'd You Disney chat, they talk about the Festival of Fantasy... Genie+ evolution... Jenn's new (Grand) Flow... Tron testing... and whether people actually knew the Epcot Experience existed, much less closed.

And then, Five Magical Questions with FitzMagic, including building your best Disney meal... taking the greatest Disney stroll... Muppets on a ride... swapping with Universal... and experience an attraction with Walt.  

Thursday, March 10, 2022

Ep 095. The One with the Galactic Starcruiser

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In the 95th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave use the force to bring you a recap of the most amazing resort Disney has ever created -- The Galactic Starcruiser.


First, d$ talks a little about his upcoming Sunshine Flyer trip, followed by some quick news bites -- including possible meet n greets, crowd capacity changing in the parks, new fireworks times, parades starting again, and the Garden Graze.

Then, Jenn goes in depth on her stay on the Halcyon -- taking you through the boarding, the staterooms, the details, the cafeteria, and so much more, all in a spoiler free review of the resort ship. 

Don't forget to stick around after the show, when Jenn & Dave dive into spoilers on the experience, including incredible reveals and events only seen to those on the ship! 

Also, check out friend of the show Ryan & his custom made Kyber Crystals

Thursday, March 3, 2022

Ep 94. The One with More Disney Did-You-Knows

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In the 94th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave dust off something they haven't done since August of 2020... the "Did You Know".  Each come to the show with 2 random Disney stories -- history, pop culture, whatever -- to tell.

First, Jenn is getting ready for the Galactic Star Cruiser, while Dave is ready for Epcot in the fall. Some random chatter about the possible dining plan and other rumors, which parks to pick on a short trip, and more.

Then, some Disney stories you may not know... Did you know about the Splash Mountain animatronics that had previous homes?  Did you know there was a kid version of Autopia in Disneyland with a very un-PC name?  Did you know the history of Disney Springs? And finally, did you know the story of legendary broadcaster Al Michaels and how he was traded for a cartoon rabbit?

Hope you can learn some little known Disney history!