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 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 277. The One with the 2026 Disney Previews

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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.

Then, starting in January, we begin to look at 2026 month by month... the attraction opening and closings, Aerosmith closing, any big news, Disney/Marvel/Star Wars releases, D23, the returns of festivals and other events and much, much more.

Jenn chats a little about the Disney Adventure and what to expect, marathon weekends, Hannah Montana's 20th anniversary, and both of us try to figure out who or what the heck is Wonder Man...

(All announcements are as up to date as we could get it - but things can always change...)

Ep 267. The One with Disney World's Birthday

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In the 267th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back this week with more news and WDW history!

First, Jenn gives her own review of Beak and Barrel from her visit last week, while Dave is getting his room ready for the January trip.

Then, in a news roundup, Guardians has a new queue system--but not really... Travel Protection goes up... Disney Cruise Lines has MORE savings... Disney drops new promotions on everyone... and Disney Enchantment fireworks returns to Magic Kingdom for special events!

And then, a birthday conversation for both Magic Kingdom and Epcot, looking at the opening day for both - attractions, World Showcase pavilions, skybuckets, resorts, trivia and fun facts.

Plus memories from both Jenn and Dave on each park. 

Ep 266. The One with the Animal Kingdom CEOs

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In the 266th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are prepping for a weekend trip with the Upon a Star Team to Cancun... but before that, there is magic to be discussed.

First, Jenn is getting ready for a day in Epcot with #KylaKylaKyla, Quasi Producer Heather (aka The Moana Mom) and several other Upon a STARS, while Dave is proud to announce the totals from the recent WDW Park Run Challenge

The Candlelight Processional line up has been announced, and they run through that... the Halloween Party is completely sold out... and the incredible Disney Cruise Line promotion that ends on Sept 25th (today, as we publish and release!)

Finally, the go along with our ideas for Epcot - when we were Epcot CEOs (episode 262) - we now tackle Animal Kingdom... if we were in charge of the park, knowing we cannot go crazy with new lands or big new rides, what would we do?

Our ideas include what to do with Rafiki's Planet Watch... looking at Finding Nemo: the Musical... updating Pandora... fixing Kali River Rapids... more characters... and of course, addressing the issue with The Yeti.  And... hippos. We need more hippos. 

And then we do dream a little bigger - what if we could do one big project? 

Ep 263. The One with North & South Getaways

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In the 263rd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are split as Jenn  is currently aboard the Disney Treasure!  So Dave brings on fan fave and our third  co-host #KylaKylaKyla!

Kyla Melberg makes her return as she's looking ahead to plenty of Disney, while Dave is reviewing the newest book by Disney Food Blog's AJ Wolfe, "Disney Adults".

Then, a little recap of some of the big news from D23 over the weekend, plus the closing of Dinoland is now set for early next year.

Then, Dave and Kyla give out their weekends of a getaway that's NOT a theme park in Orlando - first with Kyla, looking at Portsmouth, Cape Cod, beaches, lighthouses, food, and much more

Then Dave reviews his birthday weekend in Chattanooga, TN, and many of the things there are to do there, including the aquarium, zoo, Rock City, caverns, waterfalls underground, and of course, antiquing! 

Ep 261. The One with the Summer News Round-Up

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In the 261st episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back to recap the park news from the last several weeks! 

First, Jenn and her mugs, as per usual, while Dave is discussing his upcoming park run for charity.

Then, a look at some of the things you need to know,  things like The Beak & Barrel opening (and menus)... Jock Lindsay's Halloween makeover... new Annual Passholder Magnets... Buzz & Spaceship Earth closures...

Plus a look at Disney Cruise Line's big new discount promo, and some details of ESPN's new service available soon. 

Then, a recap and preview of both Jenn and Dave's travels - where they have been and where they are going!  

Ep 260. The One with Our Fantastic Fours

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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! 

Ep 257. The One with Man Overboard, Test Track, and Epcot Concerts

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In the 257th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back together with several big stories from the world of Disney and travel.

First, they discuss the big story of the little girl falling off the Disney Dream, the dad who saved her, what may have happened, and some tips, cautions, and why Disney Cruise Lines are still SUPER safe

Then, a chat about the legendary Carnival Poop Cruise - and the documentary out now all about it.

Other discussions include the information about Test Track's reopening in a few weeks... more opening and closings scheduled at Walt Disney World, and Epcot's Eat to the Beat concert lineup for 2025.

Ep 245. The One with Autism on Disney Cruise Line

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In the 245th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back together (as it should be) with d$ returning from all his travels!  Thanks to Kyla & The Moana Mom for filling in the gap last week! 

The news is aplenty, with new promos, thoughts on Disney's Epic perspective, water parks opening up, new shows finally debuting at Hollywood Studios, Buzz getting a massive makeover, and the possible return of baggage carrying at resorts.

Then, d$ shares some from his Disney Fantasy voyage from the perspective of an Autism family, and how the sailing went - from dietary needs to working with Cast Members to navigating the ship... plus the dark thought of "what happens if you fall off the boat"... and the banana boat / missing wife disaster.

Ep 240. The One with NO Virtual Queues

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In the 240th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are super happy about the fact we can all ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and Tiana's Bayou Adventure as much as we want in a single day (of course, at the mercy of the lines...)

First, Jenn is preparing for her Wish trip in a few days, while d$ is not only looking forward to his Disney Fantasy cruise in March, but also, gives a full review of "Captain America: Brave New World" -- the good and the not quite as good. 

Then, a quick look at some of the just-released itineraries for Disney Cruise Line in Summer 2026.

And finally, they chat about Disney dropping Virtual Queue lines and allowing standby for Guardians and Tiana, and what it means for YOUR trip -- doing rope drops now, how those on the DAS Pass are affected, Lightning Lanes, and why this is all a fantastic thing! 

Ep 238. The One with the Imaginary Itineraries

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In the 238th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave welcome in co-host of The Living with the Landspeeder Podcast and IAmGeek Podcast - Ryan Street (now a fantastic Travel Advisor with Upon a Star Travel!)

Dave is booking excursion for a Disney Cruise, while Ryan is creating new Kyber Crystals... with a Potter twist.

Jenn celebrates the demise of It's Tough to be a Bug coming soon... the film "Mufasa" is headed for streaming... play mini golf at Disneyland... the Garden Rocks series is announced for Epcot's Flower & Garden Festival... and Ryan and d$ breaks down the new "Fantastic Four" trailer

Then, all three plan itineraries to some of Disney and Universal's most exotic lands... how about a cruise through the Galaxy towards Hoth?  Or spending some time strolling Cherry Tree Lane?  Or maybe a week in the spires of Hogwarts Castle, on this first edition of Imaginary Itineraries 

Ep 233. The One with the Disney Treasure

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In the 233rd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are finally back on the show!  After weeks of travel and meet-ups and trip hiccups and more, the hosts have hit the record button in their respective studios and are ready to talk some Disney travel -- more specifically, the newest Disney Cruise ship to set sail, the Disney Treasure.

First, a little Disney catch up, on Jenn being gone for weeks and d$ finishing up 10 days at WDW, then an update on the newest refurb dates for attractions like Gran Fiesta Tour, plus updated closing/opening dates for several other attractions - plus what will happen with the Skyliner?

Then, Jenn gives her report on the Disney Treasure, with so many of its features and surprises - the lounges, including the Haunted Mansion lounge (and its secret menu) and the Scat Cat lounge, themed after the Aristocats... the shows, including the new Moana stage show and speculation of it coming to Broadway... the restaurants, like the Coco experience and show... plus so much more than Jenn saw, and didn't have time to get to.

One more ep for 2024 coming up next week! 

Ep 218. The One with the Disney Dogs

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In the 218th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are ready for the fall, but first... the dog days of Summer! 

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. 

Ep 215. The One with the Rabbit Trails (and D23 Predictions)

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In the 215th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn is joined by Quasi-Producer Heather, aka The Moana Mom, as co-host Dave is down for the count with a shaky voice, having just getting over a summer cold. (he's fine, folks, he'll survive).

So the girls take the show on a series of their own rabbit trails, starting with Jenn's use of Disney mugs to Heather's frequent Disney trips (down the block, of course), almost becoming a cooking show.

Then they chat about the new details of the Disney Destiny, lamenting that it's Fort Lauderdale bound, the Heroes vs Villains concept, and what the new ship's names might be.

Then they look ahead to the upcoming D23 Fan Event, with lots of guesses of what might be announced - new lands, new attractions, could Mary Poppins be reinstated, what could happen at Hollywood Studios, and could Disney actually do a 5th gate?

Ep 214. The One with Being Stuck on a Disney Ride

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In the 214th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back together again on the mic, as Jenn's world travels finally stop... for now, anyway.


And back on the show again is our own Quasi-Producer Heather, aka The Moana Mom! 

First, Heather is always at Disney, Jenn is drinking the coffee, and Dave is running (walking) the 5Ks this summer.  Jenn and Heather gives the update on the Disney Destiny, while Genie+ is gone, Multi Pass is here! 

Then, by request of our wonderful listener Rory in PA, we discuss rides to get stuck on.  And by "stuck", we mean ALL day... what attractions would you be fine with spending the day on, especially if it kept running? And what rides would be terrible, maybe disastrous for hours on end? 

Plus, more proof that Heather does in fact love hippos. 

Ep 212. The One with Cruising the Med

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In the 212th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are joined again by Quasi Producer Heather, aka The Moana Mom!  

First, a little catch up, as Jenn is back from most of her travels (with one more travel week to go!), and The Moana Mom Heather is getting ready for a Top of the World Experience later in the day.

All three have seen "Inside Out", two on a cruise ship and one with a ASD kid in tow, and all three give their reviews and opinions (mild spoilers).

Then Dave takes a backseat while Jenn and Heather both share their experiences aboard the Disney Dream, cruising through the Mediterranean Sea, stopping at several of the Greek ports.

Heather shares her fulfillment of a longtime dream... sort of... and Jenn shares her visit to the Colosseum and to Athens.

They both give tips and thoughts on the ports and the crowds, and the unexpected stop that you should not miss! 

Ep 188. The One with Our Favorite Disney Theater Shows

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In the 188th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are braving the cold from their homes, drinking from Disney mugs and replacing Disney jewelry, and trying to stay warm - and give a few hints on dealing with a cold snap in WDW.

In the news, the Flower & Garden opening dates have been revealed, as well as the Country Bears closing dates. The Disney Treasure will feature Moana as part of their Broadway style show. And Kali River Rapids' reopening date, which leads to Jenn's mini-rant against the attraction, and which rides she'd chunk out of each park.

Then, they look at both past and present theater shows to determine their favorites - any attraction which features the guest sitting in a theater chair or bench, staring at the stage or screen.  From current - like loving the Tumble Monkeys or Frozen narrators - to past, like Drew Carey's previous park presence or Nemo, old and new.  

And finally, thoughts on updating Carousel of Progress.

Ep 185. The One with Christmas Chatter

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In the 185th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are holly and jolly, with only a few days until Christmas Day!

Jenn is getting ready for her annual Christmas Week trip to WDW, while Dave is excited that dining went super well, and both are (almost) ready for Christmas to arrive... and then onto 2024!

News brings info about Castaway Club changes on the Disney Cruise line... a new Mermaid show in Hollywood Studios... Rock n Roller Coaster closing for a refurbishment... and SeaWorld finally opening up their own hotel!

Then, a look back at our show over 2023... some of the guests who joined us, who's joined the show the most, and what eps rank as the most popular, most downloaded MSEPod eps of the year? 

Finally, a look ahead and a few predictions for 2024 -- including possible new lands... possible re-openings... and even a new park date for Universal!

And of course, here's hoping that YOU and YOURS have a wonderful holiday week!  

Ep 171. The One with Destination D23

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In the 171st episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave cap off a busy week with a full recap of the Orlando version of the D23 Expo, this one called Destination D. 

Jenn is trying to plan her own trip in between her busy schedule, while Dave has finished Bob Thomas' definitive Walt bio, "Walt Disney: An American Original", and then to remember 9/11, Dave shares the story of Disney World on the morning of Sept 11, 2001 - how the parks reacted, meeting with other parks, and Cast Members funneling all the guests out of the parks.

Then, they dive right into the D23 headlines and announcements, including Disneyland's new Avengers addition... Ahsoka coming to Star Tours... the possible confusion of Wish (the movie) and Wish (the ship)... Dave proudly announcing (again) that he predicted the new ship's name... DinoLand going extinct... rumors of Encanto and Indiana Jones... Moana's Journey of Water finally opening and thoughts on how people may get around... new fireworks... 

Plus, a discussion of Country Bear Jamboree changes, Jenn's reaction to Tough to Be a Bug going away, and Dave's take on Magic Kingdom's (non) announcements.