Ep 162. The One with Travel Hacks

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In the 162nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave finally pod together again, and welcome in first time, and of course future, guest and now Friend of the Show, Sarah Sharp, but you may know her on Instagram as Sarah Goes Bananas! 

We do a little chit-chat and catch up on how the trio connected, both on the Disney Wish, and at the Prince 1/2 Marathon, and then Sarah gives the background on the funny and memorable name Purple Banana Travel.

Then, Jenn, d$, and Sarah Goes Bananas share some tried and tested Travel Hacks -- some of their favorite tips regarding passports (watch that expiration date!) and flights (using medical pre-board with special needs) and car rentals (debit cards - bad!) and all-inclusives (tipping is key!) and even some Disney -- tips with the kids and without. 

Don't miss this great conversation from three travel professionals giving you all kinds of wisdom that you may not think about... even packing tips!

Ep 151. The One with the Ride ReThemes

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In the 151st episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave decide its high time to take some classic rides and put a new spin on them at Walt Disney World.  And to help, some expert ride-rethemers themselves, Vlogger and Influencer Derek Frank and IAMGeek co-host Ryan Street are back on the show.

Ryan and Derek talk about their new podcast, Living with the Landspeer, and turning WDW attractions into Star Wars attractions. Then, using that same theme but reversing, everyone randomly chooses a new theme and a new ride to retheme.

The results? Hilarious and ingenious new attractions, with Jungle Cruise getting some Hades action... princess ideas for a roller coaster... putting Kuzco in Splash... and an incredible Mr. Toad idea.

Ep 070. The One with Our 50 Faves

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In the 70th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave zip through the flood of announcements from Disney in the last few days, including Epcot fireworks, new dining, and Nemo returning. 

Then, Susie & Matt from The ImagineEars Podcast join the show as the Fantasmic Four begin a 3 episode long countdown of each of their 50 things they love most about Walt Disney World, all leading up to the 50th Anniversary coming soon! 

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Ep 68. The One with Walt's Words

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In the 68th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave start the show with their special guest, author, speaker, conference creator, Disney fan, and all around super dude Terry Weaver! 

The conversation goes from Disney medals to booking trips to packing for trips as well, then another chat about GENIE+, and finally, the updates on the new Annual Pass program just released by Disney World. 

Then, the crew gives discussed Walt Disney, and some of their favorite quotes, as given by good ol Uncle Walt -- quotes about life, uniqueness, work, ambition, and much more. 

Find Jenn on IG @uponastarjenn, Dave on IG at @TheMagiconaDollar and Terry on IG @terrytheweaver and @thethinglive

And find the show @TheMSEPodcast on IG, @TheMSEPodcast on Twitter and on FB at TheMSEPodcast! 

Ep 067. The One with the Genie - LIVE

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 On the 67th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave spend most of the show talking about the upcoming new Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lane, as well as the Individual Selected Attractions... or whatever they are calling it nowadays.

After sharing a little Disney from their week - including new shirts and runDisney medals, they dive into the Fastpass replacement program... what it is... how to use it... where to use it... what attractions might be extra... the cost of all of it... the good & the bad of the whole thing... and so much more.

The Moana Mom, aka quasi-producer Heather also joins into the discussion for her thoughts as well! 

Ep. 066: The One with Overlooked Hollywood Studios

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In the 66th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave kick it off with news that wasn't available when they actually recorded the show - The Disney Genie is coming!

The show itself brings you some news, including ideas for filling where the NBA Experience used to be... the long life of The Main Street Electrical Parade... the new Epcot lots and Cirque show... Space 220 rumors... and more.

Then, the host of Travel Tips Tuesday podcast, John Rogers, joins the show to dig a little deeper into Hollywood Studios, to find those gems that are never seen by those guests who want the big stuff asap. Great convo about The Muppets... baby care centers... Roger Rabbit... the best treats and coffee... and some Tower trivia...

Ep 063. The One with the Rainy Day Solutions

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In the 63rd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave reflect on a previous episode about beating the heat in WDW.  This time around, it's all about what to do on those rainy Florida afternoons... where sometimes it rains for 20 minutes, and other times its a monsoon. And what to do when it rains all day long.

Plus, Jenn doing dining, and Dave thanking Jenn for the All Star Help. Epcot Harmonious is featured, as well as new food place openings (and how do you even say "RABE" or "PINXTOS"??). Plus a look at the new Star Wars hotel Poster, the gold statues soon to be taking over the Disney parks, makeup on YouTube, the Astro Orbitor in the rain, and how NOT to dry your shoes after a storm in Hollywood Studios.

037. The One with Us Missing Disneyland

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In the 37th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave talks about the upcoming Jungle Cruise changes and the California restrictions lifting, which leads to the Disneyland talk.

With both Jenn & Dave having been to Disneyland several times each, they look forward to a future when the park will re-open, and all the things they would do as soon as they go back -- Mission Breakout (and its amazing queue), Main Street & Walt's Apartment, chili in a cone, Jenn's Bougee and Dave's corn dog obsession, and much more.

Plus a sweet Magical Moment with a little magic to help with some grief. 

033. The One with Disney in 2020

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In the 33rd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are wrapped up the first year of the podcast as 2020 is over! 

A little Disney'ing with Jenn's trip and Dave's still outstanding, then a recap of their holidays, and Jenn's great gift from Bradyboo  

Next, plenty of Disney news -- Blizzard Beach reopening, Epcot's new entrance, all parks booked up on New Year's Eve and more.

Plus, looking back on 2020, with Chapek's big first week... all the openings... a Crystal Palace visit... Travolta's chance to Soar... Universal's capacity... and much more

And a review of Disney Pixar's SOUL and a look at one of Dave's fave documentaries of the year.  

031. The One with All the Announcements

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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+

To break down everything, Dave & Jenn welcome in Deucecast Movie Show co-hosts Mikey & the Good Dr Earl, and the nerdy foursome talk 

• Pixar projects... 
• Disney Animation... 
• Marvel Studios... 
• Star Wars and Lucasfilm... 

and dozens of series, movies, remakes, sequels, original projects and much more. 

Plus Lando as a sitcom, reflecting on "A Ghost Story", and what everyone wants to see the most.  

Then finally, a Magical Moment with an old fashioned Key to the World card. 

030. The One with the Dreamfinder

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On the 30th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave talk a little Disney with Haunted Mansion toys and Avenger Funkos... 

Then they jump right in with Ron Schneider, the original Dreamfinder (and Figment's best friend) from Epcot. 

The discussion range from the beginnings of Figment, being the man behind the curtain, working at Magic Mountain, opening day at Universal Studios, and why it may not be a good thing for the Dreamfinder to return.  

Finally, Dave gives his own Parade worthy Magical Moment. 

028. The One with the Disney Moms

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In the 28th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave welcome in fellow agents and friends Kyla & Kelly, the show's official Disney Moms, to discuss being Moms in Disney parks. 

Before the Mom conversation even begins, the chat varies from Thanksgiving favorites to Jenn's one night stay (stand??) at Disney, to Saturday morning cartoons to getting those McDonald's toys.  

Then, the Mom discussion on taking the kids to Disney, keeping them entertained, naptimes, tips and tricks and things to avoid while having small children in the parks. 

Plus, the difference in Momming with Kelly's relaxing afternoon and Kyla's cracking the whip.

026. The One with Stacey & the Must Do's

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In the 26th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave talk a little Disney, from Big Fat Panda's Scentsy candles to Dave's kid wearing vintage Star Wars.

Then they welcome in Disney icon and voice of a Must Do generation, Stacey J Aswad! They discuss crying in movies and fashion and starting in voice overs and roller skating and of course, how she got started with Disney and some behind the scenes fun. 

And the show wraps up with a fun Magical Moment with an anniversary day at the MK! 

025. The One with Random Opinions

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In the 25th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave toss out a hodge-podge of news stories, including California Adventure opening, sorta... the Disney Cruise sails again, later... suitcase shops closing and signs remodeling and much more.

Then a round of THE MAGICAL WHEEL OF OPINIONS, where a random topic is tossed out, and the opinions fly.  

Yay or nay on Alien Encounter?  

Which park churro is better? 

What Animal Kingdom attraction causes giddiness?  

What ride do want to experience just once? 

And more All Star Sports.

024. The One with Rhino from Bolt

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 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. 

Then joining the show is former Disney animator and voice over artist Mark Walton, who many know as the voice of Rhino from
"Bolt".  

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.

016. The One with the Marvel Geeks

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In the 16th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Dave & Jenn talk about one of the best things in Disney... the MCU!  

To do so, they invite in Ryan, Catron, & Chris from the IAmGeek Podcast. The chat starts with talk about "the other guys", ie DC Comics;  then they reflect on the death of Chadwick Boseman.  

Then the crew gives their Top Five Fave MCU Characters not named Cap, Thor, and Stark -- a great chat with Goldblum impressions, Agent Carter, the arrow guy, and much more. 

Finally, Ryan shares a Magical Moment with his extended trip! 

111. The One with the Disney Q&A

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In the 11th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave feature their very first Question & Answer Episode! The call for questions was sent to the internetty world, and the listeners delivered!

First up, some Disney news, as they discuss Halloween Horror Nights being cancelled at Universal (and what it might portend for Disney's Christmas parties), plus the great COVID testing report just released, and the recent mask policy changes.

Then, the list of questions... some great answers and great anecdotes about park memories... runDisney... villians... dream jobs... dream guests... predictions for the future... and the all important question of who should and should not go to Disney World right now.... and so much more.

Finally, a listener Magical Moment with an incredible Mickey meeting!

Here is the book Dave talked about in his Disney'ing this week

(Note: Here is the article Dave was reading from regarding park testing reports)

110. The One with Big Fat Panda & the Heroines

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In the 10th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave turn their attention to the Disney heroines, the most brave and heroic ladies in the Disney universe. (they teamed up with Jenn Kaufman to find the greatest Disney hero!)

But to find out who wins, they bring in Christine Fox for her 2nd appearance on the podcast, but also vlogger & writer himself, John, the Big Fat Panda! 

The gang runs down match by match, until only one Disney Heroine is left -- plus discussions on changes in park attractions, how everyone Disney'd over the week, and lots of domain name chatter.

Here are the matches in the tourney:

"Play In Matches"
Honey Lemon (Big Hero 6) vs Kida (Atlantis)

Snow White (Once Upon a Time) vs Emma Swan (Once Upon a Time)

NEVERLAND REGION
Mulan vs Vanellope von Schweezt
Belle vs Tiana
Rapunzel vs Pocahontas
Jasmine vs Tinkerbell

ARENDELLE REGION
Moana vs Honey Lemon/Kida
Nala (Lion King) vs Judy Hopps (Zootopia)
Anna vs Elsa
Nani (Lilo & Stitch) vs Meg (Hercules

ANDY'S  ROOM REGION
Merida (Brave) vs Dory (Finding Nemo films)
Joy (Inside Out) vs EVE (Wall*E)
Mary Poppins vs Princess Mia (The Princess Diaries)
Jessie (Toy Story films) vs Bo Peep (Toy Story films)

WAKANDA REGION
Elastagirl (The Incredibles) vs Scarlet Witch (Marvel films)
Shuri (Marvel films) vs Captain Marvel (Marvel films)
Rey (Star Wars Sequel Trilogy) vs Snow White/Emma Swan
Black Widow (Marvel Films) vs Kim Possible

108. The One with the Disney Heroes

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Take 32 legendary Disney names... Aladdin... Simba... Tony Stark... Coach Boone... Kristoff... Maui... Herbie (wait, what?)... and put them in a bracket.

Then you bring in author blogger writer singer mommer wifer awesome Jennifer Kaufman, and Jenn, Upon a Star Jenn, and d$ spend an hour discussing each one on one matchup to determine what truly is the best Disney Hero of All Time.

Plus, Jenn packs for her trip, the other Jenn laments her trip being cancelled and finds some Zenimation, and d$ shows off his LEGO sets.


Here is the first round matchups, in case you want to play along at home:

The Animation Region
Maui vs Aladdin

Flynn Rider vs Wreck it Ralph

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. 

Simba vs The Beast

Naveen vs Kristoff

The Pixar Region
Buzz & Woody vs Mike & Sully

Lightnin McQueen vs Marlin

Mr Incredible vs Flik

Hector vs Carl Fredriksen

The Live Action Region
Coach Herman Boone vs Fantasmic Mickey

Captain America vs Tony Stark

Capt Jack Sparrow vs Cassian Andor

Benjamin Gates vs Scott Calvin

The Ones That Didn't Fit Into Other Regions Region
Aslan vs Goofy

Remy vs Kermit the Frog

Hercules vs Jack Kelly

Herbie the Love Bug vs Li Shang

107. The One with the Disney Dads (Pt 2)

Dave's idea of how to create a New
Orleans Square in Magic Kingdom

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In the 7th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast...
Jenn & Dave open the show talking about the crazy Disney travel week...

Then their love/hate of Disney hold music, including one song that makes both happy and one song they cannot figure out...

Then, the big announcement on Splash Mountain, thoughts on when it will happen, and Daves plan on how to put New Orleans Square into Magic Kingdom.

Finally, Matt & Susie from The ImagineEars Podcast join the show to give the Top Five Best (and worst) Disney Dads!