Ep 236. The One with Disney Character Dining

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In the 236th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are here! Well, sort of... in this episode, Dave gives the intro which leads to a special audio presentation of the Upon a Star YouTube Show, Stars Unscripted.

In this episode, it's all about the Character Dining - there are a bunch of places to sit and eat a meal on Disney property, and a lot of them have a chance to meet some of your favorite Disney pals like Mirabel, Tiana, Mickey, Chip'n Dale, and in one special place, even Lilo & Stitch!  Not only do you get your fave co-hosts Jenn & Dave, but also Friends of the Show Bluebird Gifting Co's Emily Ryan and our Travel Advisor pal Donna DeGiacomo.

It's a fun conversation, with a few rabbit trails, lots of great info and advice, and much more! 

Ep 112. The One with Toy Story Land

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In the 112th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave say "Happy 4th Birthday to Andy's Backyard" aka, "Toy Story Land" in Hollywood Studios!  Opened on June 30, 2018, it's a worthy addition to the classics in Hollywood! 

First, Jenn is getting ready for her sailing on the Wish, while Dave is eyeing a ghostly new Lego set, and then they chat about the latest news -- Splash Mountain's refurb gets a new name... Disney cancels, then uncancels a train... the Eat to the Beat lineup, and lamenting the lack of star power for Epcot's 40th... trying to figure out who Stokely is... why Jenn hates Hanson... and the Boutique returns! 

Plus, remembering The Backlot Tour, before doing a talk-through walkthrough of Toy Story Land, including taking a look at theming, Toy Story Mania, forgetting the game order, the old Pixar Place, Alien Swirling Saucers, Slinky Dog, and even a look at Toy Story Land in other parks around the world. 

And at the end, some breaking news that came in while recording -- Pooh, Tigger, Lilo, Stitch and more return to dining as three character meals are returning! 

Some big thanks to those who's contributions to the show have lasted 112 episodes, including Brady Novotny (theme music)... Johnathan Iverson, the Last Ringmaster (the opening voice)... Tim Dumais (news jingle and the old podcast themes)... Katrina Stone (the ending voice)... and Scott Cuzzo (the podcast logo)

Ep 101. The One with Character Hugs

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In the 101st episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave starts a new century of podcasts by welcoming back characters and the hugs that go with them!

First up, both Jenn and Dave have been busy booking trips... for themselves, while news covers mask mandates lifting, the new Salt n Straw opening, the Epcot Starbucks closing, a playlist for space, new treehouse theming, and finally, character meet n greets that have returned.

Then, in a full discussion, Jenn n Dave cover their very favorite character experiences... tips for meeting your favorite Disney friends... where to find them... the "magical whales" -- as in, the ones they want to see the most... and a whole lot more character chats. 

Ep 089. The One with Cold Disney

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In the 89th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave shiver because Disney, it's cold outside.

First, they chat about the latest in Disney news, including Lightning Lane character meets... Toy Story Land's new additions... Pixar Day at sea... Guardians ride getting a facade... Mickey strollers... and honoring Dave Smith.

Then, some tips on what to do when it's winter at Disney World, and you are expecting 60 degrees and its only 40 degrees, or even worse. 

How to layer up, where to go get clothes off property, finding warm spots in the parks, and why the Safaris are a bad idea.

Plus, a little Hidden Mickey chat... and the coldest Jenn & Dave have been in the parks.

013. The One with Disney Did-You-Knows 2

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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! 

112. The One with runDisney

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In the 12th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave start the show with their Disney'ing weeks, including planning trips and physical therapy wardrobes

In the latest news:

• The newest (and not the best) Disney quarterly report
• "Mulan" heading to Disney Plus
• Splash Mountain gets sunk.  

Then, Friend of the Show HeighHo Sarah Bergman joins up to talk all things runDisney... the characters, the outfits, the corrals, the start times, the extra things everyone should know, 

It's a great start-to-finish conversation to help the uninitiated get started, and to remind the runDisney veteran about everything they should know! 

And catch the Magical Moments at the end of the conversation with Heigh Ho Sarah.

Plus -- an upcoming contest to celebrate National Book Lovers Day coming up soon!  Visit The Main Street Electrical Podcast on Facebook starting Thursday afternoon and make your book choice... one fan of the page & show will win the Disney book they choose!