The D23 Predictions

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In the 305th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are ready to talk D23, ready to call our shots on what will be announced, and ready to be disappointed when nothing we want comes to fruition... and to help with all of the predictions, we invite in Past (and future) Guest and Friend of the Show, Dave Adams, co-host of the Disney podcast Pod999.

Together, the trio shares a little Disney of the week, from Legos to trips to Jenn's Tower elevator.. Dave's huge LEGO purchase.. then a quick chat about the DAS pass, and why parents cannot feel guilty about using services Disney provides... 

Then, our list of predictions, from Space Mountain to Spaceship Earth, possible Epcot additions and returns, new lands in various parks, how Disney is really gaining momentum in their construction, putting the boot to Universal, and the things we really want to see Josh announce. 

Take a listen, then watch the Parks presentation this weekend to know if we are right! 

The Muppet Film Rankings

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In the 303rd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are talking all the Mahna Mahna with Friend of the Show Derek Frank, this time looking at the eight theatrical Muppet films- The Muppet Movie, The Great Muppet Caper, The Muppets Take Manhattan, Muppets Christmas Carol, Muppets Treasure Island, Muppets from Space, The Muppets, and Muppets Most Wanted - and ranking them one by one.

The discussion covers each of their own Muppet stories, including watching the shows as kids, seeing them in theaters, the first films in our Muppet journeys and more.

Ep 297. The One with Bouncebacks, Buzzy, and the Carousel of Changes

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In the 297th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are looking at the changes forthcoming on a classic attraction - the CoP.

First up, Jenn preps for more trips, while Dave reviews "Stolen Kingdom", a documentary about Disney explorers... and the lore of Buzzy's Disappearance. (its a great doc!)

Next, runDisney crashes online, to the dismay of the runners.  Taylor Swift has joined forces with Disney Pixar with the upcoming Toy Story 5.  Bluey's Virtual Queue disappears a week after it shows up. And Disney releases 2027 Bounceback Promos. 

Then, the Carousel of Progress... Disney has announced it's closing in July for a long refurbishment period in which all the scenes will change. How do we feel about it? We talk through the upcoming shifts, what is rumored to be happening, and what we will miss - we want Orville!

We do a brief look at the voice cast, wonder who might be the new narrator, and discuss the upcoming Walt audio-animatronic. And overall - do we approve? Or do we wish for the current version to remain? 

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 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 164. The One with McNair & Curiosity

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In the 164th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave continue their conversation with author/speaker/creative brain and former Disney Imagineer McNair Wilson!

In this second part of their long chat, McNair shares stories about Hoop de Doo Revue and the celebrities he met... a love of Rocky & Bullwinkle... more Eisner... more Marty S
klar... a friendship with Mel Brooks (and a crush on his wife... Mrs Robinson. Yep, that one.)

Plus, sharing the story of designing the original ideas for Hollywood Tower of Terror and how it came to be what you know today. 

And, McNair shares the title and details of his new book, and we all answer the question of why Curiosity is such an important thing. 

Ep 139. The One with Video in Disney

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In the 139th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave welcome to the show for the very first time branding and marketing expert, musician, and Disney Vlogger Derek Frank!

After some chit-chat about returning attractions to WDW, Derek shares a little about his Disney history, and how he got into the photography and videos inside the park itself.

Then, Jenn, Dave, and Derek share thoughts on their favorite picture and video spots in all four parks -- from taking reflection shots to finding the right bridges to catching the monorail at the right time. Plus, Derek shares his idea to turn Hollywood Studios into an entire Star Wars park.

Finally, Derek gives out his tips for amateur Disney Vloggers, and how to take some great shots around the parks themselves. 

Make sure to follow Derek on YouTube (search "The Derek Frank") and Instagram @TheDerekFrank and website www.thederekfrank.com 

Ep 137. The One with 2022 in Review

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In the 137th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave welcome in 2023 with a look back at 2022! And because she was a part of the 2021 review, of course, we had to bring back The Moana Mom, aka Quasi Producer Heather.

Month by month, we hit the major, and minor, topics of the year, from all the returns to all the closures to mask mandates to Bob in Bob out, and all the overwhelming, underwhelming and just whelming whelming news. 

Quasi Producer Heather also shares her magical story from Epcot's 40th and meeting Keale Settle (and how d$ was right there... and didn't know it)

Plus, a look at the Shakedown (of the Wish, not Bob Seger), some predictions for 2023, why Splash Mountain has no chance of staying, and why 2022 was a strong year indeed. 

Among the topics included: Strollers... bad transfers... Sunshine Flyers... Lightning Lane... masks... Starcruisers... Spirt of Aloha... Hoop dee Doo... hugging characters again... MSEParade in Disneyland... Guardians debuts... the new Finding Nemo... MagicBand+... Angela Lansbury... H20 Bath Products... BBB opening again... Hurricane Ian... Epcot's 40th... Akershus... Splash says goodbye

As always, thanks for listening and hope you enjoy the first ep of 2023!! 

Find Agent Meredith's interviews with Epcot's original Cast Members here. 

Ep 136. The One with Candlelight Revisited

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In the 136th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave revisit one of the most popular episodes from 2021 -- the Candlelight Processional.

After catching up a little on Christmas weekends -- including Jenn with a houseful of kids and Dave sending his lovely wife to Orlando for 24 hours -- they re-introduce the Candlelight Processional.

All the way back in episode 85, using the actual script from Epcot's Candlelight Processional, Jenn & Dave narrated the show, backed by the actual Epcot choir... and we thought it would be a great treat to present to you again!

Thanks so much to you, the listener and fan of the show, for all the love shown in 2022 and we cannot wait to bring you more magic in 2023!

Ep 135. The One with Christmas Gifts & Holiday Memories

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In the 135th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave gear up for the final few days before Christmas! From running around town in random shopping to getting excited for the house building (a house update!!), both are ready for the big day - including Jenn's Christmas Vacation shirt and Dave's Chrisnizzle Sweatizzle. 

Amongst the news headlines, more train opening rumors... confirmed refurbishments for January in Disney World... and the returning princesses!

Dave gives a quick spoiler-free review of Avatar: The Way of Water, plus a reminder to Jenn that the first Avatar existed.

Then, the annual Disney Christmas Gifts segment -- a list of Disney themed items that are exorbitantly priced -- from posters to passports to toy trains to train wheels... incredibly cool and vintage collectables worth lots and lots of money, and available to you for purchase! 

And an entire quick chat about a Walt Disney signed flip book that we learn about as we talk about... it's not a napkin, apparently... 

And you can find the flip book (and it's very un-PC cover) here!

Finally, Jenn & Dave share some Christmas memories, both most recent and from their own childhoods - Jenn with her American Girl dolls then and low crowd Christmas recently, and Dave with his AT-AT then and Fastpasses more recently. 

A special Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah to all that celebrate, and thank you for listening to our show!   

Ep 132. The One with the Bobs

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In the 132nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave give thanks... thanks for some big, BIG changes that seemingly came out of nowhere over the weekend.

First, Jenn is still preparing for the upcoming group trip, while Dave gives a quick review of the newest Disney+ film "Disenchanted", of course starring his beloved #AmyAdamsAmyAdamsAmyAdams.

Then, the real story... Chapek. Iger. Two Bobs, only one can remain CEO. 

Jenn & Dave give a quick recap of how we got here, including Iger's resume before and at Disney, then the challenges that arose after Bob Chapek moved into the CEO position, and what led to the ouster over the weekend -- and the insane story it became on Sunday night. 

Then, they give a few thoughts of where the company might be headed, dream a little on what might happen (and recognize what will not be happening), and give their overall thoughts on this historical moment in Disney history.

Finally... Dave finishes his fave Pixar recap, as he left off the #1 movie from last week's episode.

And on this Thanksgiving, THANK YOU for listening, for reaching out, for sharing the show and for being a part of our small but growing Main Streeters in the podcast world! 

Ep 131. The One with Pixar Movies

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In the 131st episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are excited to talk all about Pixar movies!  First, both lament about the upcoming winter, and then more about the upcoming Disney group trip.

Then, they clear up the latest in the "Disney Ticket Increase", and explain whats what in the misleading headlines. 

Guardians Holiday kicks off soon, Starcruiser wins an award, and more guest behaving stupidly.

Then, Jenn & Dave look at the 26 Pixar movies that have been released, with Dave having seen all of them, and Jenn having seen 21 of the 26, they both start at 20 and rank their Pixar movies all the way to number one. 

Lots of crossover, lots of discussion on how Covid affected films, and how "Soul" might be the biggest movie loss in the pandemic.

Make sure to let us your favorites too at TheMSEPodcast at gmail.com! 

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 111. The One with Disneyland thru Neverland

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 In the 111th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave welcome back to the show the amazing Sarah & Rich Woloski, from Skywalking thru Neverland -- their first time back since Ep 14 way back in August of 2020!

Jenn and Dave first talk a little about the park hopping rumors, then a CEO contract extension, and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party - and Dave's love of Hawaiian shirts. 

Rich and Sarah then join the show, and chat about their new book - Star Wars History Volume I - and then a Disneyland Draft of sorts, with each picking... or "drafting"... five things they love about Disneyland right now. Characters, attractions, water shows, resorts and much more.

Get Richard's Book!!! 

Click here for the website purchase (which is more helpful than Amazon) 

But... if you insist... here's the link to purchase from Amazon

Ep 106. The One with Jenn's Birthday Trip

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In the 106th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave make it short and sweet this week... as it's JENN'S BIRTHDAY (or it was, anyway, a few days ago...)

And literally, an hour or so after we turned the mics off, she boarded a plane headed to The Most Magical Place on Earth (see Mr. Chapek, WE know what its called) -- so before she goes, she and d$ have a random, fun chat... 

A quick review of Chip n Dale's Rescue Rangers... a preview of Jenn's trip... choosing Narcoosees or Citricos... why monorail resorts rule... why The Contemporary is even a little better... a rundown of Epcot's Eat to the Beat lineup at this fall's Food & Wine Festival... plus Campbell, aka Pocket Change, makes an appearance briefly as family life creeps in.

A quick show but still a fun 30 minutes of chuckles and Magic! 

Ep 100. The One with the Disney Jams

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In the 100th Episode (!) of The Main Street Electrical Podcast... we did it! Jenn & Dave have reached triple digits, after beginning in May of 2020, each week another dose of magic, and here we are!

After doing their fave Disney love songs over Valentine's Day, now, it's time for the Disney Jams -- the ones you know by heart, the ones can't help but sing, maybe dance to, definitely nod that head and snap those fingers for... and to do so, two very special guest -- Susie Bryan from The ImagineEars Podcast and Rob Lott, Disney Cast Member, Dapper Dan, Hoop de Doo veteran and so much more! 

After some great conversation about everything from Dave not liking Ferris Bueller to Rob's brilliant take on Disney World vs Disneyland to podcasts we are all a part of, we get to the Top Ten Disney Jams... bangers from A Goofy Movie... Aladdin... Jungle Book... the Swiss Family Treehouse... Disney 90s Afternoons... park loop music... Hercules... Elsa in the movies, the parks, and on stage... 

All Disney fans will love this episode and all of it's music! 

And thank you so, so much for being a part of the Main Street Family!! 

LINKS

The Proposal mentioned by Rob:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UmGa8fW-lKk

A link for Voctive
https://voctave.net/

La Nouba commercial mentioned by d$
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahpFeFWnbc4

Ep 99. The One with Cold Rain & Warm Hugs

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In the 99th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave share a great conversation first about the torrential rainstorm last weekend and upcoming openings and re-opening -- including the uncomfortably named Moist Kingdom. 

First, Dave shares a few stories from the trip he just returned from, including thoughts on Port Orleans refurbishment, traveling with autism, some great snackage, and the tale of the broken stroller in the Hollywood Studios monsoon.

Then, a quick look at the upcoming events at The World, like Guardians getting an opening date... Hoop de Doo Revue getting a re-opening date... All Star Sports now opening again... and character hugs finally returning!! 

Plus... Coach purses cost a lot of money... more dining plan predictions... Mickey teasing Dave with Annual Passes... characters at Artist Point... 

Ep 098. The One with Hollywood & Sunset

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In the 98th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave open with Disney sweatshirts and Disney packing, lies to children, and excitement for Dave's trip. 

The news looks at Railroad testing... MinnieVans returning... BBB now casting... Epcot getting it's people back... medals for the summer virtual runs... and Typhoon Lagoon's H2Glow event.

Then, the two do a virtual stroll down Hollywood Studios Hollywood Boulevard, taking a right onto Sunset, to take a look at the shops, the landmarks, the attractions and more.  

Starting with the legendary Crossroads of the World (and its inspiration), then discussing Fuel Rods, McQueen's Racing Academy, the convenience of single riders, and shopping along the way, it's a great look at the front of an incredible theme park. 

Ep 096. The One with The Disney Underground

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In the 96th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave decided it was finally time to bring a guest to the show, so naturally, they chose someone awesome -- like Gene FitzMagic from the FPE Network on YouTube, with The Disney Underground Podcast, the Magical Lifestyle, live shows and so much more all online. 

After the initial How'd You Disney chat, they talk about the Festival of Fantasy... Genie+ evolution... Jenn's new (Grand) Flow... Tron testing... and whether people actually knew the Epcot Experience existed, much less closed.

And then, Five Magical Questions with FitzMagic, including building your best Disney meal... taking the greatest Disney stroll... Muppets on a ride... swapping with Universal... and experience an attraction with Walt.  

Ep 94. The One with More Disney Did-You-Knows

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In the 94th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave dust off something they haven't done since August of 2020... the "Did You Know".  Each come to the show with 2 random Disney stories -- history, pop culture, whatever -- to tell.

First, Jenn is getting ready for the Galactic Star Cruiser, while Dave is ready for Epcot in the fall. Some random chatter about the possible dining plan and other rumors, which parks to pick on a short trip, and more.

Then, some Disney stories you may not know... Did you know about the Splash Mountain animatronics that had previous homes?  Did you know there was a kid version of Autopia in Disneyland with a very un-PC name?  Did you know the history of Disney Springs? And finally, did you know the story of legendary broadcaster Al Michaels and how he was traded for a cartoon rabbit?

Hope you can learn some little known Disney history!