Insights Into Things

In the latest of our "revisited" series we take a deeper look into Self-Esteem, a podcast we did back in episode 5. This time we dig deeper into how to manage self esteem. We'll explore the six pillars of Self-Esteem and go into details regarding how these guiding principles combined with the tips and tricks we talked about in our original podcast can help you improve and manage your self esteem....

In our Disney Detective, Disneyland is moving out the art for another type of item to sell & a little history about beloved “Horse”. Then in our Tales from the Edge of the Galaxy, Baby Yoda’s First Award, Trouble for Mando & Get that credit card ready, more Star Wars Merch is becoming available! And for our Entertainment News, The Next Marvel Villain??? And a different kind of Parade for the holid...

This week we look at the complicated nature of trust when it comes to our teens. We'll explore the benefits of building a trusting relationship with your teen, how it can help prepare them for adulthood and how it can help with your relationship. We'll talk about ways to build and maintain that trust, some of the dangers that threaten that trust and the pitfalls to try to stay away from. Trust is...

This week we tone it down a bit from the hard hitting topics we've been talking about and take a look at streaming services and how we get our entertainment. We'll take a quick look at the history of Radio, Television and Cable to see how our entertainment options have evolved. We'll explore niche options for customizing our entertainment options like VCR's, DVR's and the rental market. We look at...

In our Disney Detective, Disney World & Rivals shift into Survival Mode & An Old Favorite at Hollywood Studios might be gone for good. Then in our Tales from the Edge of the Galaxy, 'OBI-WAN KENOBI Star Ewan McGregor On The Legacy Of The Prequels And Excitement For The Disney+ Series & Daisy Ridley Said They Were "Toying" With Rey Being Someone Else's Granddaughter And for our Entertainment News,...

In this third "Getting to Know You" episode we learn more about Madison through a series of questions, some of which we've never asked before and others are a status check on what's changed since our last "Getting to Know You" podcast. This session was inspired by some back to school questions Madison was answering this week. Her answers as with everything in the world today are colored by the cur...

In our Disney Detective, Marriott is opening a New Hotel on WDW property. And Mulan on Disney+ without the fee? And a Boycott as well? Then in our Tales from the Edge of the Galaxy, 'Disney Reportedly Has A Big Problem With The Mandalorian Season 2. And for our Entertainment News, What is the fate for Black Panther? Chadwick Boseman Left Behind A Legacy & 'Batman' production halted due to Covid-19...

We flash back to our first podcast about braces and take a look at how far Madison has come in her journey. We'll recap what she's already gone through in phase one of her braces. We'll discuss what has happened in phase two since the original podcast in the series. Then we'll take a look at what is yet to come now that's in phase three and the home stretch. Madison conveys her struggle with some...

This week we look at the challenges, concerns and changes to how school will work in the coming weeks amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic. What are schools doing to confront early surges in infections, what infrastructure is in place for remote learning, what impact will remote and hybrid learning solutions have on our children and when can we expect a return to some normalcy. We'll look specifically at...

Disney Detective explores the possibility of famed Disney Imagineer Tony Baxter returning to help remake Journey Into Imagination with Figment. Disney+ will reportedly be moving some of it's more mature content to the streaming service along with parental controls. And we'll take a look at 12 unique items from Disney's Secret Vault. Tales from the Edge of the Galaxy will take a look at George Luca...

This week we're talking about the various things that Madison did this summer in quarantine. COVID-19 has seen the normal summer vacation time period turned on it's head. With a summer filled with stay at home days it's proven challenging to keep Madison occupied and entertained. Without the usual weekend trips, vacations and outdoor activities to draw on we had to get creative with different proj...

This week's Disney Detective segment takes a look at a new animation school Disney will be embarking on that builds upon Walt Disney's legacy with the hope of producing the talented animators of tomorrow at the Promise Youth Animation Academy. Tales from the Edge of the Galaxy introduces us to a new Star Wars Holiday Special, this one done in the style of Lego's that draws on some of the concepts...

Everyone has or will have to face the prospect of mental, physical or emotional burn out at some point in their lives. With the stress of school and pressures of socializing at an awkward age many teens reach a burn out phase early on. In this episode we'll look at some of the signs and symptoms to keep an eye on. We'll talk about some of the common causes of burn out. We will also look at ways to...

We explore the controversial topic of voter suppression in this episode. We'll take a look at the various forms of voter suppression dating back to the founding of our country up until the present time. We'll investigate the various laws that on the surface were portrayed as a method of preserving the integrity of our voting system but in reality were tied to the ever present but rarely proven fea...

Bag checks are in the news this week in our Disney Detective segment. Disney's Hollywood Studios is implementing new Artificial Intelligence Bag Check Scanners that have already proven effective in speeding up lines and detecting illicit items such as weapons in Epcot. Then we'll take a look at bag checks gone wild at Disney when 69 year old Hester Burkhalter was subjected to a bag check that ulti...

In a twist of roles Madison plays host of this weeks show guiding us through some of the finer points of relationships. We talk about what relationships are, the different types of relationships and what a toxic relationships to look out for. We'll talk about the various types of toxic partners to avoid, what to look for and why you should be careful. We'll also talk about what you can do if you d...

Just what is the cost of staying safe at Disney World during the COVID-19 crisis, we'll get the inside scoop from so Disney employees. We'll also look at some of the unique Disney Park items coming up for auction this month as Disney hosts the "Disneyland: The First 65 Years" auction in Sherman Oaks California on August 15th and 16th. Tales from the Edge of the Galaxy gives us some disappointing n...

After a week off we're back with a discussion on Personal Freedom for Teens. We discuss how the proper balance of freedom and boundaries is important for allowing our teens to grow, mature and take on new responsibilities. We'll look at some of the issues that parents face when granting personal freedoms to teens. We'll also look at some of the temptations and consequences of too much personal fre...

This week our Disney Detective looks at specific steps Disney is taking to protect the players of the NBA as they resume their truncated season at Disney's ESPN Wide World of Sports. Annual Passholders may be penalized for violating their terms of service by selling exclusive merchandise swept up in the wake of the news of Splash Mountain being rethemed. And breaking news about changes to the plan...

This week we're discussing some of the more common problems that teens face at home with their family. First we'll discuss typical friction points between teens and their parents like teen independence, arguing with your parents, a lack of communication between teens and parents and the need for parents to set boundaries and teens to push those boundaries. We'll also look at how troubles in the ho...

In the wake of the death of George Floyd, Rayshard Brooks and so many other minorities at the hands of police we take a look at the concept of deadly force. We'll explore what deadly force is by looking at the legal standard for deadly force. We will explore the authority invested in police to use force, when that use of force can be escalated and the rules around how and when police can use force...

This week's Disney Detective explores the cautious reopening of Downtown Disney in California. We'll also take a look at a rather comedic take on a malfunctioning audio-animatronic in Carousel of Progress. We'll then take a look at an extremely talented 20 year old Tik Tok artist who seems to have captured the attention of a number of notable Disney people. Star Wars Insights explores the rumored...

This week we conclude our current Question and Answer Series with questions about friends and family. We learn what it is that Madison looks for in her friends. How she gets along with her friends and what benefits there are to have loyal friends who are interested in taking care of each other. We'll also delve into some family related questions. We'll talk about Madison's brother and some of the...

We're back this week after an unplanned break with a full show. In Disney Detective we talk about the major changes coming the Splash Mountain. Then we'll examine the delays with the previously planned July 17th reopening of Disneyland. We'll finish up with a look at a recent lawsuit victory for Disney regarding accessibility and it's Fast Pass system. Star Wars Insights takes a look at the many p...

This week we take a deeper look into Madison's beliefs and religious upbringing. We'll take a look at the religious background of her parents, talk about the religious holidays we celebrate and how we celebrate them. We'll also talk about what religious services we attend and our overall beliefs from a larger picture standpoint. Our second segment address statistics on religion and teens. How impo...