In the 277th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are ready for Christmas! Ready for New Years! And ready for all the Magical Goodness coming in 2026!
First up, Jenn is getting ready for her trip, while Dave has just seen his own family off to the Most Magical Place on Earth -- then, a quick aside about... beverage coolers. Yes, those almost but not quite fridges in resort rooms... the differences, where to find them, and what to do if you need one.
In the 260th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back! Jenn is getting ready for another cruise while Dave has more Funko... of course he does.
Then Dave give a review of the latest MCU film "Fantastic Four: First Steps" - the good and bad, and how up to date on Marvel you need to be to enjoy it.
They chat about the news with Launch Bay going away, and Magic of Disney Animation coming in in 2026 - why it works, what might be there, and how excited they are about this.
And finally, following on a random social media trend, Jenn & Dave talk about their Disney Fantastic Fours - their top four faves of resorts... snacks... characters... princesses... and more. Been a while since they'd done a faves-in-the-parks chat, so here we are!
In a slow news week, Jenn is making plans for her upcoming New Years Eve trip to WDW, while Dave is set for more Star Wars Legos.... plus picking up a copy of "The Good Dinosaur", which leads to a discussion of the chaos in Dave's media shelf and Phil Collins going super hard on the Tarzan soundtrack.
Then, going all the way back to "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs", they put a spotlight on each of the seven known era of Disney animation - Golden, Wartime, Silver, Bronze, Renaissance, Post Ren, and Revival - plus, creating a new era for the latest batch of films.
They list their favorites from each era, some nostalgia with some, and even a few they don't care for as much ("Black Cauldron" alert!), plus lots of random trivia and Disney animation tidbits along the way.
Here is a handy rundown of the films in each era
The Golden Era - 1937-1942
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, Fantasia, Dumbo, Bambi
The Wartime Era - 1943-1949
Saludos Amigos, The Three Caballeros, Make Mine Music, Melody Time, Fun and Fancy Free, The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr Toad
The Silver Age - 1950-1969
Cinderella, Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan, Lady and the Tramp, Sleeping Beauty, One Hundred and One Dalmatians, The Sword in the Stone, The Jungle Book
The Bronze Age - 1970-1988
The Aristocats, Robin Hood, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, The Rescuers, The Fox and the Hound, The Black Cauldron, The Great Mouse Detective, Oliver and Company
The Disney Renaissance - 1989-1999
Aladdin, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Tarzan, The Rescuers Down Under, Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, Aladdin, Hercules, Pocahontas, Mulan
Post Renaissance Era - 2000-2009
Fantasia 2000, The Emperor's New Groove, Atlantis: The Lost Empire, Lilo and Stitch, Treasure Planet, Brother Bear, Home on the Range, Chicken Little, Meet the Robinsons, Bolt
The Revival Era - 2010-2019
The Princess and the Frog, Tangled, Winnie the Pooh, Wreck It Ralph, Frozen, Big Hero 6, Zootopia, Frozen II, Ralph Breaks the Internet, Moana
The Streaming Era - 2020-Present (we made this up, but we like it)
Encanto, Raya & the Last Dragon, Strange World, WISH, the forthcoming Moana 2, Frozen III, and 2Topia
First, Jenn is getting ready for a quick cruise and a few days down in the parks, while Dave is fresh from another runDisney 5k, earning his real medals in the virtual summer series.
Then, no news on where Monsters Inc may go... some news on an unpopular attraction over in Universal, and a walk through what to expect... the latest on the Disney Adventure, setting sail in Asia soon (plus more caution on parents taking kids to see "Deadpool & Wolverine")... Halloween Party ticket updates... and Disneyland 2025 opening up for booking!
And to celebrate National Dog Day, Jenn & Dave list their favorite Disney dogs from across the animated and live action movies, parks, and even some Muppets!
Listing everything from "Lady & the Tramp" to "Oliver and Company" to some park pooches to a classic Tom Hanks comedy, you'll find our list nothing to bark at... so paws for laughter.
First, a New Year's celebration wrap up -- where was everyone, how was the party in Epcot (for Jenn), how was seeing the fireworks from the back porch (for Heather) and how was enjoying the New Year's from the comfort of his own couch (d$)
Then, Heather is solving the Disney World's problems, with the parking debacle at Disney Springs on New Year's Eve, and a closer look at the big day that was January 9th, brining back the Disney Dining Plan, and dropping the Park Pass Reservations (and what APs are dealing with)
And next, a look back, starting in January 2023, with the closing of Splash Mountain, to the end of December, with the new Summer House on the Lake -- and all in between, including new meet'n greets... Disney and Pixar's latest flicks... Tron and Journey of Water both opening... the Starcruiser closing... the chaos around Annual Passes returning... the Hatbox Ghost... Bears in the Kingdom... and that guy who jumped into the Lagoon. Don't do that.
Plus, a little emotion over Disney's best animated short in years.
First, they lament this misery of post-trip laundry, then discuss the new Walt statue in Epcot, and the sad case of the guy in the water at Small World.
Then, Dave gives his overall review of Disney's new film "Wish", as well as thoughts on the direction of Disney Animation.
Finally, Dave and Kyla were part of a larger group that hit Disney World recently, and they give their thoughts and reviews on the big events in the trip - the Wild Africa Trek in Animal Kingdom... Disney's Jollywood Nights in Hollywood Studios... the Epcot Fireworks Cruise in the pouring rain... plus, quick dining reviews on various places like The Edison, Trader Sam's, Boma and more!
Plus, the most rare Hidden Mickey at Disney World!
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In the 176th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back together again, at least on the Zoom screen!
After catching up a little on recent travels and future travels, Jenn gives her take on recent Disney news, like the Park Hopping 2pm rule ending (she's for it!) and Candlelight Processional's narrator lineup (she's for it!) and the newest promos and discounts coming up (she's for that too!)
Then, Jenn and Dave take a deep dive into the 9 minute Disney short film, "Once Upon a Studio" as they give their glowing review. They walk through the short a little at time, giving Easter Eggs and things to see, as well as pointing out some of the more obscure characters you'll find through out.
Finally, in honor of Disney's 100th anniversary, they have a meaningful conversation on what "Disney" truly means to each of them -- from their first Disney memories to first Disney movies to the moments they knew they'd be Disney lifers. And yes, both get a little emotional, so stick around for the dust in the room.
Jenn is getting ready for her trip (that she's on now) and Dave is getting ready for his Disney Wish sailing in a few weeks, but first, it's time to talk about the pros and cons of staying on property.
What other parks do Jenn & Dave enjoy besides WDW and Universal? Why sail on a Disney Cruise? What rides in the parks are considered "Untouchable"? Who should return to the podcast? What would it take for Jenn to stay in an All Star Resort?
And can Disney animation recover from it's recent setbacks?
Great questions, and a great discussion of answers on this week's episode!
In the 92nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave talk happy things - that being happy spots in Disney World.
First, a slew of news stories, including Grand Flo's refurb, plus what makes a good bathroom... Splash Mountain's refurb, and Dave's prediction for the big change... Popcorn Buckets, Park Passes, 2023 Packages, and Disneyland news. Plus, the new Storyliving idea, how to give Cast Compliments, and animated film Oscars. And yes, MASKS B Gone.
Then, Jenn & Dave look at each park, giving their favorite spots that just make them happy to be at WDW, those spots that give you the "I'm home" feelz.
And, a reminder that Galactic Starcruiser doesn't actually go into space.
In the 91st episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave theme the episode around Valentine's Day, notably the Disney music that shares the love.
First up, Dave & Jenn discuss how they met, then how Jenn met Brady and how Dave met Steph, plus a little WDW Railroad news, and some strange sand in Animal Kingdom.
Then, they share their picks for their Top Ten Best Disney Love Songs... from classics like Sleeping Beauty and Lady & the Tramp to the Renaissance era Little Mermaid and Lion King to modern day classics like Rapunzel. Plus a few controversial pics, a little "tick tick Boom" talk, some Bryan Adams, Phil Collins, Dave's fair assessment on why that "Three Musketeers" song is awful and more HSM3 than you'll need in your day.
In the 83rd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave welcome back to the show d$'s fellow host on The Deucecast Movie Show, Michael Nipp, to discuss some Disney+
First up, Mikey introduces his new Plushy, and then they all discuss the latest in Indy's return... new refurbs... sold out events... and a Disney prop for sale.
Then, a dive into Disney+ for some of the best streaming options in the Star Wars world (Visions! Mando! Boba Fett), over in Marvel (Hawkeye! Loki! WandaVision! Falcon!), then movies in general, including quick reviews of both Encanto and even West Side Story.
Plus, Jenn's mini Anne Hathaway rant, Greedo noises, and The Beatles.
Then a little Disney planning, and the answer to where "I'm going to Disneyland!" actually came from. (hint -- it involves Jane Eisner, Phil Simms, a flight around the world, and the Plaza Inn)
In the 31st episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave share a magical week of fellowship and kids grasping Christmas, then turn to the big online meeting Disney held last week to tell the world what is coming to theaters and on Disney+
In the 24th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave riff on Jenn's upcoming trip and missing the Osborne Lights at Hollywood.
Mark shares stories for his animation career with work on "Tarzan", "Emperor's New Groove", "Hunchback of Notre Dame", being chided by legendary actor Malcolm McDowell, visiting Tokyo DisneySea, storyboarding "Rio 2" and much more Disney anecdotes and history.
Then, a Magical Moment with a fellow agent and adoption.
In this episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, your hosts dish on some news, including new park hours... lightning crashes (and no mother dies)... some positive CV news for Florida... and Busch Gardens moves forward with Howl O Scream.
Then, Jenn & Dave dive into some Did You Knows about Disney history... first, did you know about the Yippie Invasion of Disneyland in 1970? Then, did you know about Roger Rabbit almost having a huge presence at Hollywood Studios? Then, did you know about the airport that Walt wanted at Magic Kingdom? And finally, did you know about the bride's pearls in Haunted Mansion? And many more secrets, including the first usage of "The hooker with the heart of gold"
Find it on iTunes, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, and all those type places!
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| Clockwise -- Spider-Man, The Guardians of the Galaxy ship Milano, Captain Marvel (with an unshown Nick Fury), and a mini-snow speeder from Star Wars. All sets are less than $5 each. |