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 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 269. The One with the Disney Blind Rankings

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In the 269th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave welcome in first time guest - and current Upon a Star Travel super Star and fellow podcaster Donna DeGiacomo.  Pronounced just like that. 

First, Donna shares a little about her love of Disney and where she hails from, as well as a magic little story with Disneyland pins, plus a little about her own podcast, Circa 71.


Then, a quick mention on the current Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party tickets, and which dates are selling out.

Finally, a little game of "Blind Rankings" - a random wheel picks the resort and the dining location, and all three decide where to place it - blindly - on their top ten.  And yes, All Star Sports makes an appearance, because of course it does!

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 196. The One with Disney Lunches & Lounges

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In the 196th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave extend their foodie conversation from last week, this time to cover a handful of brunches and lunches and lounges (oh my)

First up, #KylaKylaKyla returns to the show for a 2nd week in a row, as Jenn gives a super quick recap on her adventure on Virgin Voyages last week... Dave is excited to be back into the world of pin trading (while his wife Stephanie is headed to Africa)... and Kyla is panicked over park reservations. Which are stupid. Digress...

Then, Disney has released a new ticket promotion, which Kyla has taken advantage of for an upcoming trip, while they explain the differences in all of them.

Finally, a look at the places frequented by the hosts, the team, and significant others a few weeks ago, including Summerhouse at the Lake... Baseline Taphouse... The Hydraulics Food Stand... Tune-In Lounge... Nomad Lounge... Satu'li... Enchanted Rose... La Cava... Le Creperie... and even more. 

If you need some ideas on where to grab a drink, or grab a Coke glazed cinnamon roll, this is your ep! 

Ep 195. The One with Disney Dining Reviews

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In the 195th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are hoping you came to the show hungry today... because it's all about dinner at Disney.

To properly review and discuss as the great dining that was had in the recent agency trip, 3rd co-host #KylaKylaKyla joins to show -- first to give her tips on adults enjoying Disney Jr Live on Stage, and to comment on Animal Kingdom and what is removable. 

Then a rundown of meals shared together, either with Jenn, Dave, and Kyla all taking part, with just Dave and Kyla and significant others, or Dave and Lovely Steph.  Included in this episode is a review of The Yachtsman Steakhouse... Rose & Crown... Raglan Road... Mama Melrose... Shiki Sai in Epcot... The Hollywood Brown Derby... and a quick look at Topolino's atop the Riviera Resort. 

And along the way, lots of laughs and some nonsense, as does happen when the three get together.  

Ep 170. The One with the Treasure Reveal

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In the 170th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave talk treasure!  Specifically -- The Disney Treasure, the latest ship in the Disney Cruise Line Fleet, setting sail in December 2024.

Before we get there, however, there is a brand new Dining Card Promotion that Disney suddenly dropped on everyone early in the day -- so Jenn & Dave break down all the details (and you can read the full details here!)

Then, they take a look at Halloween Horror Nights over at Universal Orlando, including getting your tickets, the importance of Express Pass, and all the Haunted Houses - and their own aversion to them.

Then, a good look at the Disney Treasure, which Disney revealed information about this past week -- the theming itself, what to expect, the bars and clubs and lounges, the restaurants, the unique things about the ship - and what will be similar to the Disney Wish, which is the Treasure's "Sister Ship"

Finally, both Jenn and Dave made a few predictions for this weekend's Destination D convention - new lands? new parks? ticketing changes? and maybe another Disney ship?

Ep 154. The One with the Dining "Planniversary"

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In the 154th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave arrive with major 2024 Walt Disney World news! First up, Dave is close to completing his own Lego figure set, while Jenn continues to wear all the Disney and surround herself with all the magic. 

And as Dave celebrates 10 years as a travel agent, a "planniversary" if you will,Jenn and Dave share their own travel stories, both how they each came to be travel agents, then how Jenn decided to start her own travel agency (Upon a Star Travel) and the random magical road Dave took to come to work for Upon a Star Travel. 

Finally, they dish on the big news Disney dropped on everyone this week - a possible Genie+ change that may resemble a previous system... extended hours continuing... park reservations finally being ended in January 2024, and the "good to go" days for Annual Passholders... and finally, the January 2024 return of the dining plan, plus a great chat on the ups and downs of the plan, the details (as known now), and how you can decide if it's right for you. 

Ep 148. The One with Roundup Rodeo

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In the 148th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave aren't here as usual, as Jenn is busy moving in her house and trying to make her closet work.

So Dave takes on the show solo, and gives a full review of the newest restaurant in Hollywood Studios -- The Roundup Rodeo BBQ located in Toy Story Land. 

Based on a recent visit, one that happened 3 days after it's official opening, Dave walks through the menu, discussing each course of the pre-fixe menu, the service, the theming, and even some allergy options given to the table. 

It's a shorter show than usual, but its a great listen if you are ready to mosey on down to the Roundup! 

Ep 138. The One with Disney Surprises

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In the 138th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn and Dave are trying to catch their breath from a solid day of announcements and headlines that hit on Tuesday... so they break down ALL the Disney Surprises tossed at us in a single day! 

First, Dave continues to sing the praise of the Captain America trilogy and Jenn continues to not have seen them, and they dive right into the stories of the day...

Tron Lightcycle has an opening date!  And a new theory on when Annual Passes may return. 

Happily Ever After is returning! Disney Enchantment is going away!  We compare the two, and discuss Epcot Forever's return, and why Epcot HarmonioUS couldn't get over Stargate and Taco Barges

Disneyland moving its Park Hopping times to earlier in the day, and could that -- plus AP holders getting a benefit on park hopping too -- translate to Disney World?

The parking is now complimentary again, and why this is a huge deal!

And the Disney Dining promo, how it breaks down, and what it all means.  

Finally, Adventures by Disney River Cruises! 

Plus, a total rabbit trail on Voyage of the Little Mermaid, what could go in that space, and more randomness as we are known for. 

Ep 123. The One with Echo Lake

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In the 123rd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave continue their long running series touring through Hollywood Studios. The show opens with a blast from the past, an early 90s commercial for Disney-MGM Studios, just to take you back a little, when Jenn rewatches Moana, while Dave wears a bowling shirt. Legit.

Then, they start walking around Echo Lake, including comparing both Prime Time and Hollywood & Vine both pre- and post-pandemic -- wondering why Miles and Catboy never made it to a character breakfast.

They talk through Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular, getting ice cream from Gertie's, grabbing lunch from Dockside, and then dive into a little history of the Hyperion Theater... what was there before Frozen? The American Idol Experience, of course. And before that? Find out!

Finally a fun throw back at all the parades that have taken shape over the years at Hollywood Studios!

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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 109. The One with The Contemporary

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In the 109th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are finally past all the medical emergencies and the travel and everything else, and can now sit down and do a normal (what is normal?) episode like usual!

First, Dave has a new Hawaiian shirt, and blames Jenn for the number of Dooney purses in the home now. Next, the news brings lots of returns, like Victoria & Alberts, Minnie Vans, and Star Wars characters, the Tron lights come on, the Nemo show is back, and a new Escape Room is coming to CityWalk! 

Then a quick recap of the week that was, both in Universal and in Epcot, for the Upon a Star Team -- plus the tale of Dave's wife and her purse challenge. 

Finally, a great discussion about Disney's Contemporary Resort, one of the 2 original resorts on Walt Disney World property!  The discussion goes over the history of the resort, the garden wings and losing one of them, the art and lobby inspired by Mary Blair (and who is Mary Blair? find out on the show) and much more

Ep 060. The One with Fireworks & Elsa Rain

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In the 60th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave recap their weekends, one of which had Jenn in WDW, and Dave at a conference expressing his love of notebooks.

The news brings a pile of topics, including Hurricane Elsa, Disneyland restaurant closings, Universal dining canceling, Coco additions, runDisney returns, early and late park entries, the dining plan, and Fastpass guesses.

Then, a chat about Jenn's recent trip to WDW for the return of Happily Ever Fireworks at Magic Kingdom, and Epcot Forever, plus the return of pre-shows and how Disney is back!  

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Ep 056: The One with Aaron's Disney

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In the 56th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave open up the show discussing a few Disney books, then decide to bring in the author of said books, Aaron H Goldberg!

Dave, Jenn, and Aaron talk a little news, including NSync & BSB, open playgrounds and dining, Tom Selleck and Figment, a Skyliner fender bender, and two great rants from Dave and Jenn concerning the debacle that is the Boo Bash release.

Disney Plus, will Free Dining return? (hint: No)

Then, they talk to Aaron about his Disney themed books, including the crazy stories featuring Magnum PI, Figment, Mickey & Minnie getting married, and more Amish talk. 

Aaron's books include:

The Disney Story

Disney Declassified

The Wonders of Walt Disney World

Meet the Disney Brothers

Buying Disney's World

029. The One with the Table Services

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In the 29th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave talk about their Thanksgiving plans and Funko Pops and Crystal Palace reservations.

Then they dish on the latest Disney news, including layoffs... increased capacity in parks... free Starbucks... and Fireworks Cavalcades. Plus, a Disney legend retires after decades of Imagineering. 

Then, Jenn & Dave take a look at Table Service restaurants, counting down their Top Ten faves from across property -- Dave's early crushes, Jenn's Spanish foods, love of steak, jumping onto a moving restaurant, and more hunger inducing conversation. Then a Monster's Inc themed Magical Moment! 

027. The One with the Quick Service

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In the 27th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave share some happy Disney'ing with a Haunted Mansion surprise and some sad Disney'ing with a canceled trip.  

Then, a look at the new stemming from the recent IAPAA conference... the Grand Californian partially reopening... Guardians rewind... and the Orlando Strike Team visits Disney World for a surprise inspection.

Then Dave & Jenn give their rating on various quick services across WDW property -- from Flametree to Landscape of Flavors.  Jenn gives her love to Columbia Harbour House, Dave overrates both Cosmic Rays and Pecos Bills, the hidden gem that is Polite Pig, and a long lost Hidden Mickey at the Polynesian.  

Finally, a clip from Josh D'Amaro from IAPAA to end the show.

And All Star Sports.