Magic Our Way - Artistic Buffs Talkin' Disney Stuff

In this episode, Lee continues his series on hidden park gems and asks the question, "did you know-tice these things in Disney's Animal Kingdom?"  How many of these did you know? What are some of your favorite hidden gems? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome. 

In this episode, we exercise our creative muscles and come up with ideas for a character meal. The themes chosen were Emperor's New Groove, Onward, Lion King, and Timmy Failure. At which one of these would you reserve a table? What did you think about our creations? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome.  Give us a li...

In this episode, we present a list of 12 Disney facts that make you say, "that's weird," which is based on an article of the same name. We enhance the article by presenting some history behind the items on the list. Be sure to check out references in the show notes on the website. Which one of these do you find to be weird? What did you think about our discussion? Let us know at show@magicourway.c...

In this episode, we discuss the saga of Howard the Duck. It is a fascinating story about design issues, ownership, and how he ended up in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Howard's history is more than just that movie with Lea Thompson.   What are your thoughts on Howard the Duck? What did you think about our discussion? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our sho...

In this episode, we discuss the history of It's Tough to be a Bug! located in Disney's Animal Kingdom. This continues our series of shows exploring the history of Disney's "4D" attractions.  What is your favorite part of It's Tough to be a Bug? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome. 

Eli delivers some interesting comic book history as he presents the Captain Marvel Lawsuit. We discuss how the title of "Captain Marvel" ended up with Brie Larson. It is a very interesting story of creatives versus big business. In addition, find out how Superman and Shazam! are involved in this story.  What did you think of our discussion? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are al...

This show discusses several pieces of WDW travel agent-related news stories. We discuss Moana coming to the Polynesian Village and the possibility of more characters coming to the deluxe resorts. Also, we discuss some new discounts that were announced for travel to Walt Disney World as well as restaurants that are reopening. Plus, listener email.  What did you think of our discussion? Let us know...

We present a list of 12 Things That Aggravate Disney Fans, which was compiled from 10 different resources. Also, we discuss the latest news regarding the movie based on the Haunted Mansion attraction. Plus, we take a moment and eulogize Chadwick Boseman.     What did you think of our discussion? What aggravates you as a Disney fan. Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welc...

Lee presents a new series of shows called "Did You Know?" in which he gives you a list of things to know in each park. These are little tidbits of info and trivia that you can use to impress your travel companions. This is not meant to be an exhaustive list; so, chill out! This episode concentrates on Epcot in Walt Disney World.  How many of these tidbits did you know? What are some tidbits that y...

We searched for the best Disney nighttime experience. With the news that Disney is closing all of its parks before nightfall, we are doing a special "in memoriam" tribute to the beautiful nighttime entertainment in the Disney Parks as chosen by the MOWICAN Tribe! What are your thoughts on how this bracket played out? What choices would you have made? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opini...

We present a list compiled by disneytips.com titled The 10 Biggest Walt Disney World Park Controversies. As we do with all lists made for public consumption, we analyze and debate each item to test for legitimacy. We had a lot of fun with this well-assembled list.  What are your thoughts on this list? What choice would you make and why? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always...

Today, we discuss two news topics in the Disney-fan universe: 1) should Disney change the  hanging scene in the Haunted Mansion stretching room, and 2) with Universal announcing budget cuts, we discuss the rumor going around about Iger being on Disney's chopping block.  What are your thoughts on these two topics? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Se...

We present a first-hand account of what it was like to visit Walt Disney World during COVID times. Downs on the Grounds joins us in this episode to give us their experience in the WDW parks during this time. Plus, we have news in the Queue and some Guest Services.  What are you curious to know about the Downs' experience? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our...

In this episode, we discuss the history of Mickey's PhilharMagic. This begins a series of shows discussing the history of Disney's "4D" attractions.  What is your favorite part of Mickey's PhilharMagic Concert? Where have you seen it? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome. 

Eli presents more Tales of Fraud. Similar to what he presented on MOW #223, we discuss some true crime stories coming from inside the mouse. Learn who did what and how, as well as ways to protect yourself.  What did you think about our discussion? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome. 

We discuss the rumor going around about the possibility of Disney retconning the Star Wars Sequel Trilogy and starting over with a new series of movies. This rumor was presented by Doomcock Overlord DVD over on YouTube and has raised numerous discussions in the Disney-fan universe.  What did you think about our discussion? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in ou...

We discuss the official announcement regarding Disney's plan to retheme Splash Mountain to The Princess and the Frog. There is a lot to discuss about this given the climate in which this announcement was made. Our conversation is based upon our feelings both as Disney-fans and as South Louisiana folk.  What did you think about our discussion? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are...

Are you booking a trip to Walt Disney World soon? Are you wondering about this new reservation system that they are implementing? On this episode, our travel agent, Lee, discusses this new process that you will encounter. Plus, we discuss the NBA at WDW, our Disney Parks pet peeves, and the cessation of complimentary Magicbands.  What did you think about our discussion? Let us know at show@magicou...

For this episode, we discuss the petition going around to have Splash Mountain rethemed to Princess and the Frog and, after having completed 325 shows, we take time to celebrate one of our own, Kevin. SPOILERS: There is no Artemis Fowl review on this show. What did you think about our discussion? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every op...

For this episode, we discuss the petition going around to have Splash Mountain rethemed to Princess and the Frog and, after having completed 325 shows, we take time to celebrate one of our own, Kevin.  What did you think about our discussion? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome. 

For this episode, Lee discusses some fun facts about his favorite Disney property, Dumbo. He discussed the movie, both animated and live action, as well as the attraction. Now is your chance to hear why this property is his favorite.  What did you think about our discussion? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome. 

Walt Disney World announces its reopening. We discuss the policies and procedures that you can expect when visiting and what we can expect going forward.   What are your thoughts about WDW's plans for reopening? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always welcome in our show. Seriously, every opinion is welcome. 

The Florida parks are leading the way for theme park reopenings in the United States. We discuss the policies in place for Disney Springs and examine the policies implemented at Shanghai Disneyland and Universal City Walk, including the soon-to-reopen Universal Orlando Resort Parks. Plus, we discuss surveys sent out by Disney to its patrons.  What are your thoughts about the reopening? Let us know...

We present a new series of shows in which we discuss Disney's relationship with the City of New Orleans, our hometown. For this episode, we discuss the Dixie Landings resort, now known as Port Orleans Resort -Riverside, and the details of New Orleans contained within. This is the fourth show of a four-part series. What did you think about our discussion? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your o...

We present a new series of shows in which we discuss Disney's relationship with the City of New Orleans, our hometown. For this episode, we discuss the Port Orleans Resort, now known as French Quarter, and the details of New Orleans contained within. This is the third show of a four-part series. What did you think about our discussion? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Your opinions are always...