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It's been a long time coming. Something we've always wanted to do here since the inception of the Mass Mouse Fans podcast. It's our first attempt at a Disney attractions March Madness Bracket! Sorry, make that 8 brackets! We're taking several WDW attractions and breaking them down into 8 brackets based on their categories. Listen to Chris and Matt try to remain civil while deciding...

On this episode, Chris welcomes back guest co-host Westley to give their review of The Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue which they attended in February 2024 at the Pioneer Hall located at Disney's Fort Wilderness. Also, we're trying something new at the Mass Mouse Fans podcast... Structure! In what we hope will be a consistent trend, we'll be giving you some of the top WDW news stories from...

We're back! Like a bad dream, we have returned. Chris & Matt reunite after a year's absence so that Chris can share his thoughts on his most recent trip to Walt Disney World. Topics include: Magic Kingdom After Hours event, Genie+, Tron: Lightcylce Run, Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind, Epcot's facelift and a whole lot more. Plus a discussion of the big Disney news items that...

In this episode, Chris invites his friend Brien on and gives an overview of the Walt Disney World resorts. From the Value resorts up to the Deluxe Villas, Chris tries to convince Brien why staying on property is the best experience any Disney traveler can have.  Interested in planning your next Disney vacation? Visit our partner, Danielle Elliott, to help with all of your trip planning needs....

After a long hiatus, Chris welcomes back cohost Matt to discuss their thoughts and opinions about the announcements made during the D23 2022 Parks Panel, specifically focusing on the Walt Disney World announcements.   Topics include EPCOT's Moana's Journey of Water, the new CommuniCore pavilion, the reimagining of Animal Kingdom's Dino-Land USA, and what's going on behind Big Thunder Mountain...

Chris invites his very special guest, Westley, to join him as a recaps all of the announcements made at the D23 Expo Parks panel held on Sept. 11, 2022. Interested in planning your next Disney vacation? Visit our partner, Danielle Elliott, to help with all of your trip planning needs. Here's how you can contact Danielle: Email: danielle.elliott@marvelousmousetravels.com Or her Facebook page: https...

Chris and Matt discuss the new Disney Genie+ app, along with the new Lightning Lane upcharge. They also discuss After Hours events at the parks, and finally some news coming out of WDW.  Full transparency: This episode was recorded in November of 2021. I had started editing it, got distracted by a squirrel for 10 months and then finally I was able to concentrate once again on editing. Please...

Chris and Matt discuss all of the exciting details of the Walt Disney World Resort's 50th Anniversary! There's so much coming, they can barely contain their excitement! Okay, we'll be honest. There really isn't a whole lot coming to the 50th Anniversary. Parades are still missing. Attractions that were promised during the 2019 D23 event aren't going to be ready. Character event...

We attempt to tackle the job of ranking each pavilion within the Word Showcase. Tune in as Chris and Matt, along with outside help from Carson, Westley and Stacie, rank each country and see if their rankings match with how you would rank them. 

In our first episode of 2021, Chris and Matt discuss Chris's recent trip to WDW in February. It was a long weekend trip, but Chris managed to visit two parks, several resorts and shopped at Disney Springs. Find out what it's like visiting WDW during COVID, and what changes have been made to accommodate social distancing, what the crowds are like, and what dining options are available. 

On this episode, Chris is joined by Matt, as well as returning guest, Westley, to have a frank and open discussion about Disney's announcement of laying off 28,000 cast members. We discuss the impact of COVID-19 on not just the Disney parks, but the country as well. We also discuss ongoing projects in the Disney parks and whether they should continue with their progress, or halt work until everyth...

Want to explore the great Pacific Northwest, but in Florida? You should check out Disney's Wilderness Lodge, with its majestic greenery, stunning views and Native American décor. Join Chris and Matt in this week's episode as they discuss this fascinating and luxurious resort located in the Magic Kingdom area of Walt Disney World.  Interested in planning your next Disney vacation? Visit our pa...

Did you ever go on Alien Encounter when it was open at the Magic Kingdom? Did it terrify you? Did you walk out of the attraction, thinking to yourself, How could Disney ever think that this would be fun for the whole family? Chris and Matt talk about their experiences on this extinct attraction, and offer some facts and opinions about one of Disney's most thrilling attractions. We also discuss som...

Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort and Campsite is a rare gem. You get the experience of vacationing in the great outdoors while only a few (hundred) steps away from a major theme park. Join Chris and Matt as the talk about this resort, as they discover new things that they hadn't known about.  Interested in planning your next Disney vacation? Visit our partner, Danielle Elliott, to help with al...

Do you have one of those friends who has never been to a Disney park because they don't know what there is to do for adults? Well, Chris's friend Brien is one of those people. Brien enjoys food and beverages, so Chris tries to convince him that the World Showcase at EPCOT is the perfect park for him. Join Chris, Brien and eventually their friend Johnny C as they discuss all 11 pavilions, the Food...

Chris and Matt discuss their love of the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, and Matt recalls his experience of taking his wife to the Senses Spa. They discuss facts about the resort, how some of the holidays are celebrated, and how they can't afford it on their salaries. Also, we start the show off with a little WDW news. Interested in planning your next Disney vacation? Visit our partner, Danielle E...

There's been a whole lot of news coming out of WDW; Parks reopening, a Splash Mountain re-theme, the NBA staying in the Disney "bubble", COVID-19 guidelines, long lines at Guest Services and much more. Chris and Matt discuss each topic and share their thoughts. Interested in planning your next Disney vacation? Visit our partner, Danielle Elliott, to help with all of your trip planning needs. Here'...

On Tuesday, 7/7/20, our On-the-scene correspondent Carson visited the Magic Kingdom as part of Disney's Cast Member Preview day. She sits down with Chris and Matt to share her thoughts, experiences and a plethora of notes she took during her visit. Get the full insight into what the parks will look like when they reopen to the public. 

Chris and Matt talk about their love of the Pop Century Resort. Hear the reasons why they rank this as one of their top resorts when staying at WDW.  Interested in planning your next Disney vacation? Visit our partner, Danielle Elliott, to help with all of your trip planning needs. Here's how you can contact Danielle: Email: danielle.elliott@marvelousmousetravels.com Or her Facebook page...

On this episode, Chris interviews Matt about his time staying at the Disney Caribbean Beach Resort. Hear all the details from dining, lodging, recreation and more!  Interested in planning your next Disney vacation? Visit our partner, Danielle Elliott, to help with all of your trip planning needs. Here's how you can contact Danielle: Email: danielle.elliott@marvelousmousetravels.com Or her Fac...

Chris opened up the Mass Mouse Fans FB Chatroom to talk with the fans about the World of Disney Store reopening to 3+ hour wait times, the Disney Co. announcing their plans for reopening WDW, resorts reopening and Spaceship Earth closing. There's also a discussion about the lingering effects of COVID19 and the parks. Sorry if the sound is a little distorted. This was recorded to FB and then re-rec...

As Chris and Matt continue their perfect day at Epcot, they leave Future World and venture into World Showcase. They will visit all 11 country pavilions and discuss how they would spend the day (and night) exploring each country. 

Chris and Matt discuss their perfect day at Epcot. Technically, it's their perfect day if it were the end of 2019, before Future World began its renovations. Join us, as we take a walk around Future World, with Club Cool, Mouse Gear and the Fountain of Nations still in tack. And then, stay tuned for Episode 15 in which we explore World Showcase.

Chris reconnects with Matt after a brief recording hiatus. We talk about the current status of the Disney parks, how COVID19 may affect the parks going forward, and somehow Matt convinces Chris to play his Mass Mouse Fan demo.