Ep 290. The One with Aulani & the Dominican

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In the 290th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are finally joined again by fan fave #KylaKylaKyla, for the first time since last September! 

In the news, Buzz Lightyear has reopened, and we all chat about it even though none of us have done the new version... Big Thunder has to have an opening date soon, right? [spoiler alert, they announced it right as we were done recording - its May 3] 

Plus, the Rock'n Roller Coaster Guitar is getting an new rethemed paint job... and Annual Passholder discounts this year, with 2026's VIPassholder dining discounts.

Then, Kyla Melberg is here to talk a little travel and her busy, busy winter so far this year. She gives her Aulani report first - the dining, the travel there and back, the hotel itself, things she didn't know going in, and so on.  Then her look around the island, in the other hotel they moved to, and finally a recent trip to the Dominican, with a stay at Hard Rock. 

The ENCORE With the Candlelight Processional (with friends!)

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In this ENCORE Episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are proud to present one of our fave Christmas episodes - the Candlelight Processional, and this time, with our friends and friends of the show!

In this revisit of Ep 186, you'll hear Matt & Susie from former The ImagineEars Podcast... Catron, Ryan, and Chris from IAmGeek... Derek Frank from Living with the Landspeeder... Melissa Reagan from The Food for Thoughtcast... and show faves Quasi Producer Heather and #KylaKylaKyla all assist, with Dave and Jenn of course. 

Thanks for listening and downloading, thanks for subscribing, share the show with your fave people, and we'll back with new eps in 2026!!

Ep 264. The One with Fall Fun and Girl Talk

In the 264th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are once again split up, as Dave is sailing the high seas on a cruise ship, so Jenn is joined this time by fan fave #KylaKylaKyla and Quasi Producer Heather, aka The Moana Mom.

The girl chat goes off the rails early, as they chat up everything from Jenn's trip on the Disney Treasure to Beak & Barrel merch to Kyla getting GEO82. Plus chats on the Food & Wine Festival and some of the announcements made at the latest D23! 

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 255. The One with Disneyland's 70th

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In the 255th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are still feeling the magical glow of a recent Disneyland trip - and to recap and review, it's time to bring in fan fave, #KylaKylaKyla!

First, a little WDW news with the closing announcement of Rivers of American and Liberty Belle, and then the Boneyard in Animal Kingdom, then over to the West Coast! 

The trio chats up World of Color... the 70th Celebration Tour... Paint the Night... Carthay Circle... Pixar Place... The Grand Californian Resort... the rides... the snacks... the merch... and Dave's walk down a desolate street on the backside of the parks. (suggestion - dont do this!)

Ep 252. The One with Animal Kingdom Lodge

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In the 252nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave this week is actually Kyla & Dave as Jenn is enjoying the Blue Carpet Premiere of Epic Universe! 

3rd co-host Disney Geek Kyla steps in to dive deep into the Disney Deluxe resort that is Animal Kingdom Lodge! The eats, the drinks, the swims, the rooms - savannah views and resort views.

They give the pros and cons of the resort - its gorgeous but its way down in the corner... the bread plate is delicious but finding Mara can be a chore... 

Plus - a discussion about pin traders at Epcot... Jodi Benson vs Johnny Depp... wearing socks and sandals.... McQueen crocs... unpacking habits... and all the laughs it to print. 

Ep 244. The One with Even More Girl Chat

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In the 244th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave gives way to Jenn & Kyla & Heather, as Dave is finally on his Spring Adventures - so to fill the gap, fan favorite #KylaKylaKyla and the show's (quasi) producer Heather, aka The Moana Mom, are here to chat about Flower & Garden and whatever else comes to mind.

In a free flowing conversation, the trio tackles everything from Disney's massive laundry operation to Kyla not knowing .38 Special (what?) to Heather's butterfly garden tail to Fluid Gel (?) to Impossible Foods taking over to Krispy Kreme vs Dunkin vs local to scallops (pronounced "scallops" not "scallops") to Spike the Bee to Hot Beef.  It's 90 degrees, would you like your Hot Beef?

The ENCORE with D23 News

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 Today's ENCORE episode of the Main Street Electrical Podcast is one of Quasi-Producer Heather, aka The Moana Mom's, faves -- the one with the news from D23.

Back in August, Heather attended D23 in Anaheim and she, Jenn, d$, and #KylaKylaKyla spend a good hour+ discussing all the closings (Tom Sawyer Island, Dinoland) and all the things to come (Tropical Americas, Villains Land, etc), plus lots of speculation (this was recorded before we knew the fate of Muppet Courtyard and Monsters Inc Land.)

You can find the original episode show notes here

The ENCORE with the Guardians Soundtrack

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It's ENCORE Week here at The Main Street Electrical Podcast, as we are serving up 5 of our fave episodes from the past year -- hear it for the first time, or hear it again! 

Our first ENCORE is the one where Kyla came on and we discussed re-doing the soundtrack to Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind -- the episode was originally released on May 23rd, 2024, as Episode 206! 

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First up, Jenn is getting ready for her trip, Kyla is spending a fortune on passes, 

Retheming Rock'n Roller Coaster and why rock bands may not work... The best Beatle, the worst Beatle, and who finds them overrated... an early look at the "Disney Dreams that Soar" drone show over Disney Springs waters... and a party date sells out. 

And finally, the Guardians playlist played in the ride includes:

• "One Way or Another" by Blondie
• "Conga" by Gloria Estefan & the Miami Sound Machine
• "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" by Tears for Fears
• "Disco Inferno" by The Trammps
• "I Ran" by Flock of Seagulls
• "September" by Earth, Wind, And Fire

 And the challenge is... which songs should stay? Which songs should go? Dave, Jenn, and Kyla all pitch in ideas of what should be removed and what should replace it - bands like Van Halen, Heart, and Queen all get nods, as well as slower rock and even some EDM (thanks Kyla)

Plus, find out why Kyla doesn't like "September" at all!  And what song is "Sandstorm"?

Ep 232. The One with Disney Thanksgiving

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In the 232nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, the entire podcast crew comes together to say THANKS to the listening audience, as well as some thanks all around for Disney and for travel and more!

Upon a Star Jenn, d$, Quasi-Producer Heather (aka The Moana Mom) and fan favorite #KylaKylaKyla are all on the show today, all getting ready for an upcoming Disney Trip!

The big topic is the announcement of Muppet*Vision 3D closing, and the Muppets themselves moving across Hollywood Studios and taking over Aerosmith's Rock'n Roller Coaster, as everyone gives their own opinions on the idea, what can be done with the Muppets to preserve the 3D show, and why Disney isn't using current empty spaces.

Then, all four give their own thanks for things like Epic U giving Disney some competition... Walt coming back to Disneyland... that D23 was a great presentation (finally)... Spirit Airlines reviving... and even a hot take, being thankful that DinoLand is closing...

Plus, we all give thanks for YOU for the years of support and for listening to the show!  

 

Ep 227. The One with the Perfect Disney Day

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In the 227th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are still waiting to reconnect on the show, as Jenn is away one more week - this time in Mexico!  So Dave invites back fan fave and 3rd co-host #KylaKylaKyla to the show! 

Both are trying to find the right outfits for the upcoming Jollywood Nights happening at Hollywood Studios, including celebrating National Crocs Day.

The news is aplenty, including Epic Universe's opening date... Epcot's Candlelight Processional's dining packages revealed... Disney's Annual Pass costs goes up... Disney releases Military discounts... all of 2025 is now available... Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party dates... and the Cake Bake responds to pricing... plus how the optics look for Disney's prices going up...

Then, Kyla and Dave go through their Perfect Disney Day... what time of year to go... which resort to wake up in... which attractions to rope drop and which ones to get in Lightning Lane?

Plus, drinks to be had, food to be eaten, snacks to be snacked... and finally, what to do at night before the park closes.  What makes your perfect Disney day at each park?!

Ep 226. The One with Premier Passes & Halloween Parties

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In the 226th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Kyla & Dave are in studio this time around, as Upon a Star Jenn and Quasi-Producer Heather, aka The Moana Mom, are at a Disney Conference (and will be back next week!)

A loaded show today, full of news and reviews, including upcoming vacation plans... Universal rumored Epic dates... Big Thunder Mountain closing... DinoLand closing... Jingle Cruise opening... holiday happenings at Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom... 

Then a rundown of the just relea
sed Candlelight Processional narrators! 

Disney has also just released information about the Lightning Lane Premier Pass, and we discuss the pros and cons, and why people shouldn't be worried about the pricing.

Finally, Kyla gives her review of the Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party -- the food, the merch, the crowds, the atmosphere and more! 

Ep 222. The One with Empty Spaces in the Park

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In the 222nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are joined again by fan favorite Kyla, as they get their Taylor Swift on and address Disney's "Blank Spaces".

First up, Jenn uncovered a treasure trove of Disney swag in her closets, while Dave is chasing some movie goals and catching up on some Disney films on his to-be-watched list.

Then, the trio chats about the RUMOR (only just RUMOR) that Universal may get rid of their Marvel rights, and what Disney might do with it were they to get it. RUMOR!!

Finally, Dave, Jenn, & Kyla look around the WDW Resort and address four glaringly empty (or may become empty) spots -- the old DisneyQuest building, Epcot's Wonders of Life pavilion, Hollywood Studios' Launch Bay, and the empty round theater of Stitch's Great Escape and Alien Encounter -- and do a little Blue Sky dreaming about what might go in each of those.

From character meet n greet spots to Disney history walkthroughs to shows to theater shows and much more, as we let the creative juices flow.  

Thanks for listening!!!

 

Ep 220. The One with the New MultiPass

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In the 220th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are joined by fan fave Kyla, as both she and Jenn came back from recent trips and are ready to discuss using the new FastPass Genie+ MultiPass and Single Pass Lightning Lane system... after a brief chatter about owning Pocahontas, reliving Disney, and Saratoga Springs. And a quick review on the new Country Bears... plus, will Tiana's ever open longer than an hour?

In our travel news, Encanto meet-ups in Disneyland... the Wizarding Scoop on the Epic Universe Ministry of Magic (and a few terms explained for the Potter novices)... another Halloween and Christmas party ticket update... Sports murals... reservations at Jollywood... much love for the Finesse Party Band at Epcot's Food & Wine Festival... and losing McQueen's Racing Academy but gaining the Villains show.

Jenn also gives her quick review on her Celebrity cruise voyage.

Then, a great conversation about the new Multi Pass and Single Pass system... getting attractions 7 days ahead of time... strategies on using them in the parks... why you should purchase Guardians... the rides in the park tiers... and Jenn and Kyla give their pros and cons to the new system.  

(this episode was recorded about an hour before they announced Tron's Virtual Queue was going away!)

Ep 219. The One with Princess Week

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In the 219th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn is on a ship (because she's a Celebrity) so Dave and Kyla take the reins this time around in a conversation much longer than we intended... 

But we talk about a LOT... Kyla just got back, while Dave has another 5K in the works... 

Then the list of news includes losing the California Adventure trolley... Death Eaters back in Universal... Epic Universe's new hotel... Disney Destiny's news... Polynesian Island Tower's opening... Big Thunder's possible closing... 

And finally, to celebrate World Princess Week, the duo chats about the original Disney Princess Lineup, who was kicked out, who are the newbies, who qualifies and who doesn't.  And why Princess Leia and Anastacia aren't official.

Then, they rank them from top to bottom - same opinions on some, differing on others - and we hope you enjoy this comprehensive Princess chat! 

Ep 217. The One with D23

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In the 217th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are super pumped about the weekend that was -- the D23: Ultimate Fan Event has concluded, and there is SO MUCH TO TALK ABOUT.

So much, in fact, that the entire podcast crew is here -- #KylaKylaKyla and Quasi Producer Heather, aka The Moana Mom, joins Jenn & Dave to discuss everything. 

From the top of the show, with Patrick giving an intro, we cover overseas parks, the confusion of Fortnite, all the new ships coming, Avengers stuff in Disneyland, Coco getting a ride, and even Avatar. And crying over Walt.

Then, we take a long look at Walt Disney World, from the expected updates (Indiana Jones... confirmed! Encanto... confirmed!) and the surprises (Monsters Inc?! Cars?!) to the delights (new nighttime parade), and of course... the villains.

Also, how we all feel about losing Tom Sawyer Island as well as DinoLand, what Disney did right and what they may have missed during the weekend, and Jenn's super joy about losing the Bugs.

Ep 213. The One with Solo Parenting at Disney

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In the 213th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave once again aren't together, so once again, part time co-host #KylaKylaKyla steps in again to fill the Louboutin shoes of Jenn.

Kyla is getting ready for her upcoming weekend with her 11 and 7 year old (going as a solo parent!) while Dave is once again piling up Legos from Prime Day! 

In the news, the Country Bears officia
lly re-opens, while Disneyland turns 69, and we are a week away from Genie+ going away and Multi Pass and Single Pass rolling in. 

Then, your hosts have a fun discussion on all the merits, travails, details and magic of taking a solo parenting trip with your kids.  

Kyla has a tween and a kid, while Dave has an ASD 12yo, so both have different perspectives on traveling to WDW, picking a resort, choosing dining, and the key fumbles Dave made in his travels... the shoes!?  The toothbrush!? The medicine!!

Ep 210. The One with All the Epcot

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In the 210th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn and Dave finally reunite on the show!  Jenn is back from her overseas world travels, while Dave is just back from his weekend with his 12yo, and both have a few things to share -- more on both trips in coming episodes.

And because the subject is Epcot today, coming back into the studio is third co-host #KylaKylaKyla (ready for her own trip!) and Vlogger, Influencer, and showman THE Derek Frank (on location in Iowa!), and the foursome are here to chat all the Epcot stuff.

First, a quick look at the newest Disney change, as Genie+ is set to go away, to be replaced by Multi Pass and Single Pass and all the Pass. 

Then, now that the Epcot walls are finally down, we all give our thoughts on all the new things we've gotten in the last few years... and the things we didn't get. Mary Poppins, anyone?

Wrapping up the series from the last few weeks, the crew looks at all the attractions in Epcot, from the newest like Remy and Guardians to the classics like Figment and Spaceship Earth -- what gets a "LOVE IT!", what gets a "LIKE IT", and what ends up in the "Meh" pile. 

And finally... Jenn, d$, Kyla, and Derek all give their 1, 2, 3, and 4 rankings of the Epcot festivals.

This is a great ep of conversation for any Epcot fan! 

Ep 209. The One with Rating AK & the Studios

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In the 209th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave become Kyla & Dave for another week, as Jenn is still overseas on a Mediterranean cruise!  So Kyla takes the co-hosting duties as they pick up from last week.

And last week, it was rating the Magic Kingdom... Love it!  Like it!  Or just... Meh.  This week, they take on Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios -- and invite in vlogger and influencer Derek "Let's Be" Frank to join the conversation.

They review each park attraction by attraction, including several shows, with their own take on how much the like, love, or are just uncaring about a ride or show, with several sidebars along the way... liking the new style Mickey... hope for D23... why Disco Yeti can't go back to Swinging Yeti... and at the end, thoughts on the constant repair of the upcoming Tiana's Bayou Adventure. 

Ep 208. The One with Tiana's & Magic Kingdom

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In the 208th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave have two totally different schedules, as Jenn is in the midst of her busy summer travel schedule and is out until the very end of the show. 

Friend of the show and fan fave #KylaKylaKyla steps in to co-host, as she's getting ready for her own show, while Dave discussed signing his son up for the DAS pass.

Kyle and Dave then chat about the new popcorn buckets at Hollywood Studios... the thirsty guest in 7 Dwarfs Mine Train... the walls coming down in Epcot... and Kyla's feelings about CommuniCore.

Then, they do a Magic Kingdom run-through, giving Kyla a chance to publicly declare her MK faves in a game we call "Love It, Like It, or Meh". 

Finally, Kyla steps out for kid duty, and Jenn joins the show for the last few minutes to give her review of CommuniCore, the new Disney Dreams that Soar drone show, and of course, Tiana's Bayou Adventure.