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We're back! A summer rest has us ready to talk all things Disney. What are you thinking about the new Magic Key instead of the annual passport? And did you check out the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser? A very unique experience for a very hefty price. Is it worth it?  

Life happens. Al and Andee have a few things pressing this summer and will be taking a podcasting break. Listen in and hear all of the "fun" things they have planned this summer. (*Spoiler - none of these things are fun.) Fill us in on your summer plans! Are they Disney related? We want to know! 

We've spoken about them on many an episode: The Brewers are here to share their experience on a Walt Disney World Vacation during Spring Break. Hitting the Parks during a World Pandemic, Kristin, a self-proclaimed germaphobe, Rich, and daughter Sam had a great time! Hear them share about mobile ordering, mask wearing, queue differences, plane rides, and more! Are you ready to go? Or will you wait...

More changes down the Disney pike: costumes that make everyone comfortable, including Inclusion in the Cast Member Keys, tattoos showing, mansions changing, and alcohol at Blue Bayou. It's enough to blow the minds of internet trolls everywhere!  

We're going to Walt Disney World! Ok, not right now. But we will! And Al is looking for a place to rest his head. Should he stick with the Values he's always chosen? Should he accept the fact that he is an adult in his 50s with a good job and spring for a Deluxe? Help him decide which WDW resort property is right for him.  

You save your money and carefully plan your Disney vacation. What do you do when the unexpected happens? Like: Someone gets sick, or you don't get along with those you are with, or the budget is blown on day one?  Learn from Al and Andee and the mistakes they've made. Hopefully it will give you ideas on being flexible and enjoying yourself when you expect the unexpected.   

**SPOILERS** WANDAVISION SPOILERS ON THIS EPISODE   Al and Andee talk about the genius of WandaVision and what is to come next. Also, the closing of Disney Stores makes way for more on shopDisney. Disneyland announces it MAY open on April 1. Will it?  

So much to catch up on. Cancel Culture and how Disney deals, WDWs 50th Anniversary coming soon, and lots more to come in the time of COVID.  

Is there anything Disney fans boast about that you maybe think is a little overrated? Al and Andee come up with their top 5 list of Disney things they think are a bit overrated. Do you agree or are they way off base?  

Disney has made the announcements of the annual passport demise. Is that a forever thing? Would they come up with options to the daily ticket? Al and Andee speculate what might come next.  

In an Ode to Joe Rohde, Al and Andee discuss what their attraction creations may be. (Spoiler: This was REALLY hard for Andee)

Is there anything better than that first cup of coffee in the morning? YES! The coffee can be Disney themed. Join our conversation with Erick Kanter of Expedition Roasters and learn how this Disney fan combined his fandom and passion for good coffee (and tea, and cocoa).   Expedition Roasters focuses on sustainable products, artists' talent, and giving back to the community. Listen in and get a di...

Pixar's Soul released on December 25 and we are not kidding when we say it was "life changing". Did it cause deep thoughts for you? Listen to Al and Andee share their thoughts and why it may be one of not just Pixar's best movies...but a best movie all around. 

Did you catch all of the Disney Investor Day announcements? Al and Andee were a little overwhelmed, but each came up with a "top 5"  - no easy feat.  What did we miss?  

Do you ever hear things about The Happiest Place On Earth and think, "That is just too weird". Al and Andee share Disney facts they find a little wacky. 

Al is looking for a "mans best friend". With Andee, the two discuss the best in Disney pets. Did they talk about your favorite? 

How do you  celebrate Halloween when you're not into spooky, scary stuff? Turn to Disney, of course. Al and Andee talk about their favorite movies on Disney+ to put them in a non-so-scary, Halloween mood. 

28,000 Cast Member layoffs at Disney. The episode was tough to record and tough to push out. What happens when there is sadness at the happiest place on earth?

Thanks to listener, Ally's, suggestion, we talked about the sequels to Disney flicks over the years. Some 2nd, 3rd, 4th movies did ok - some not so much. Listen in and let us know if you agree or if we missed the mark!

The death of Chadwick Boseman was a surprise to the public, even though his cancer diagnosis was known to him years ago. What more could he have accomplished if he was not taken from us so soon? The question has Al and Andee pondering about other Disney Universe cast members who died early. What more might have been accomplished if they were given more years on this earth? Listen in to hear their...

What's Walt Disney World like in the midst of being open during COVID 19? Al and Andee talk with Randall and Jennifer Ferguson from the YouTube channel, The Magic in the Music. Listen up to see if this vacation is really a "vacation". 

Do you have a Disney movie you just love but are surprised so little people have seen? Al and Andee talk about some of their favorite flicks that haven't received the recognition deserved. What did we miss? 

Join us as we talk with Tobi Gerber about solo traveling with Disney. Have you been on a Disney vacation by yourself? Would you? 

It's the most wonderful time of the year! (According to Al, anyway.) San Diego Comic Con had a new look during this time of COVID and we are here to tell you what that looked like for Disney fans. Did you have a chance to check out the con? 

We are so lucky to have Rachel-Ann Jones, aka Serena Rae - Disney influencer on the show with us. Rachel-Ann gives us the low-down on WDW during COVID and shares her re-entering opinions with us.