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If you've been anywhere on the East Coast lately, thermometers have been threatening to explode because it's so hot!   So how can you best handle the heat while at the parks?   Matt, Meaghan and Hawk talk with Chuck live from a toasty Magic Kingdom about some of the best ways to beat the heat – and – we have a special LIVE showing of the new nighttime parade, Disney Starlight, with an instant revi...

You may have wondered why some Marvel characters aren't at Walt Disney World.  That's because Universal still owns the east coast theme park rights to certain Marvel characters.  On this episode of MouseKast, Chuck and Hawk consider what can Disney offer Universal to get full control of Marvel in the theme parks? What might Universal want?  What about some collaborative efforts?  We're lawyering u...

Open Mic Night returns on MouseKast!  On this episode, our live viewers dictate the topics we discuss.  On this Open Mic Night, we begin with the Liberty Belle's final run as construction begins on Piston Peak at the Magic Kingdom.  We also talk about spaces and places at Walt Disney World we think need to be revitalized and some of our must-do traditions for a Disney trip.  The viewers take contr...

With the 4th of July coming up, we're taking a deep dive into fireworks and other nighttime events at Disney Parks.  Special guest and pyrotechnical expert, Mark Jones, joins us to discuss some of the behind-the-scenes work that takes place at Disney to put on a nightly fireworks show.  Plus, we talk about some of our favorite nighttime events and share some different places to view Magic Kingdom...

It's game night!  On this episode we're playing "Would You Rather" Universal Studios vs. Walt Disney World edition!  

It's no secret that Epic Universe has become a game changer in the theme park industry, especially in central Florida.  On this episode of MouseKast, we bring back a fan-favorite topic:  What would Walt Do?  This time Chuck, Matt, Meaghan and Hawk discuss how Walt Disney might have reacted to the competition imposed by the opening of Epic Universe.  We're channeling our inner Walt Disney here on M...

Open Mic Night returns on MouseKast!  This time, Hawk, Meaghan and Matt take the reins and talk about several fan-driven topics including park hopping, rainy days at Disney and some of our favorite bathrooms!   Our viewers control the discussion on this episode of MouseKast!

Planning a Disney vacation can be overwhelming—but it doesn't have to be! In this episode of MouseKast , we break down the many benefits of using a travel agent when booking your next trip to the Disney Parks or setting sail on a Disney Cruise. From expert advice and personalized planning to stress-free scheduling and potential savings, we cover how a travel agent can help make your Disney experie...

It's game night again on MouseKast!  Every last Tuesday of the month is game night and we're returning to a fan favorite -- 20 questions!  Can Chuck stump Hawk, Meaghan, Matt and our online viewers???  Listen and see if you can figure out the person, place or thing before the cast does!

Epic Universe is about to open at Universal Studios Orlando and on this episode of MouseKast, Hawk and Meaghan share their impressions about the third Universal Orlando theme park after having the chance to experience Epic Universe during preview days.  We go from land to land sharing some of the good and some of the not-so-good of Epic Universe as they get ready for the formal opening on May 22nd...

We're starting a new regular feature here on MouseKast -- open mic night!  Our live viewers get to drive the discussion.  We began with our thoughts about the announcement of Disneyland Abu Dhabi and then our live viewers took over with different topics and questions.  Our viewers take the mic on this episode of MouseKast!

May the Fourth, er, the Force be with you!  As we celebrate Star Wars Day here on MouseKast, we're reviewing some of the recent announcements from Star Wars Celebration in Japan, especially some of the announced changes coming to Galaxy's Edge at Disney's Hollywood Studios.  We also discuss Star Wars Day at Galaxy's Edge and some thoughts about the old Star Wars Weekends. We're heading to a galaxy...

In the spirit of the NFL or NBA draft, we're holding our own draft for game night!  For this first round, Matt leads Meaghan, Hawk and Chuck to select our draft picks for snacks and non-roller coaster attractions in each theme park.  What are your top picks?  

We all know about them -- experiences at Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Orlando or the general Orlando area that once is enough -- one and done.  On this episode of MouseKast, Chuck, Hawk, Matt and Meaghan review some of their one and done attractions, restaurants, parks and much more... see if you agree or if some of our one and dones are must dos for you!

Short trips to Walt Disney World (under 72 hours) can be great... but they also can be grueling.  Guest hosts Priscilla and Matt share their recent short trips with Hawk and Chuck and share some tips and ways to make the most out of trips.  We also discuss some reasons for short trips and other ways to maximize the value and experience.  We're making a quick run to WDW on MouseKast!

The MouseKast - Where the Mind Meets the Madness bracket challenge comes down to the final championship matchup - Disneyland vs. Walt Disney World!!!  Annemarie and Mike join Hawk, Meaghan and Chuck to take a deep dive into the nostalgia, attractions, food and more before making their final picks.  Which Disney park will come out on top? 

The MouseKast where the mind meets the magic challenge has come down to the final four!  Magic Kingdom vs. Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios vs. Epcot.  Which Walt Disney World park will come out on top?  

Come on down!  It's time for Game night on MouseKast!  Every last Tuesday of the month, we have game night and this month, we're playing the Price is Right!  Annemarie leads the cast on a series of games to guess when certain elements at Walt Disney World opened and, later, the prices of different items throughout Walt Disney World history.  Get ready to play the Price is Right here on MouseKast!

The MouseKast - Where the Mind Meets the Madness bracket challenge continues!  On this episode, we take the elite 8 deluxe resorts and select a single winner - which resort will come out on top???  Join Chuck, Hawk, Meaghan and guest host Priscilla to find out!

Our Mind Meets the MADNESS tournament continues with the top 16 table service restaurants in Walt Disney World!  Who will come out on top as the #1 restaurant???  Do you agree?  Get ready because you're going to be hungry after listening to this episode of MouseKast! Video version:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOhHuB7QtkM

It's time for March Madn... err... MouseKast, the podcast where the mind meets the MADNESS!!!  In the spirit of the Big Dance (we can't say the name of that NCAA basketball tournament), we're ranking our top 32 attractions at Walt Disney World and then going round by round to select our top attraction - what will it be???  Guest hosts Natalie Hogan and Mike McKee join Chuck, Hawk and Meaghan in th...

"We call it E.P.C.O.T spelled E-P-C-O-T: Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow."  Sadly, with Walt Disney's passing in 1966, the idea for EPCOT the city effectively died with him.  On this episode of MouseKast, we play What If? and ask the question - what if Walt Disney had lived and EPCOT the city opened in 1982.  What would it look like in 2032 on it's 50th anniversary?  Chuck, Hawk and M...

We have a very special episode of MouseKast for you!  Joining us is Dr. Disneyland, Dr. Jeff Barnes and his wife, Lyndsey.  Together they discuss their relationship, some new projects and some insight on how a love for Disney shaped their relationship into a new marriage.  Come listen and share some of Jeff and Lyndsey's insights on this episode of MouseKast!

We all have them, but maybe we don't want to admit it -- guilty pleasures.  Disney is no different.  From movies to the theme parks and much more, the MouseKast team shares some of their guilty pleasures.  Hawk joins Meaghan, Chuck, Matt, Mike, Priscilla, Annemarie and Natalie as we discuss a few of our guilty pleasures and why.   Video version:   https://youtu.be/nVQNapSb6e0

Why do wanderlust-filled adventurers plan their magical escapes to Walt Disney World? Is it the enchanting allure of a special event, the thrill of discovering a dazzling new attraction (or bidding farewell to a beloved one), the harmony of a concert, or the charm of an exclusive activity? With endless reasons to embark on a Walt Disney World adventure, we delve into the heart of inspiration on th...