Pixie Dust Twins Podcast

Are you ready for another amazing animation discussion, Pixie Dusters? Ashley and Sammi are back, and today is all about the Magical Madrigals of Encanto ! And of course, there is LOTS of talking about Bruno! Ashley and Sammi love the story of Encanto , and they think there is so much to relate to with the family struggles. Plus, each of them have their own unique interpretation of that big number...

Welcome to our catch-up month, Pixie Dusters! April will feature two Disney Animation films, and two live action films before our Summer of Star Wars begins! Today, Ashley and Sammi are talking about Raya and the Last Dragon - which coincidentally stars a lovely lady who has a big connection to Star Wars : Kelly Marie Tran! She's joined by Awkwafina, who your favorite hosts love for her big p...

It's the final week of Marvel March, Pixie Dusters! And this episode is PACKED with superheroes! Ashley and Sammi are talking about the rest of the Avengers and their heroic frenemies - from Black Widow and her hilarious sister Yelena, to The Hulk, to Ant Man! Not every character from The Marvel Cinematic Universe will make the cut (sorry!) so tune in to find out who made the list, and let As...

Welcome to another week of Marvel March! Today Ashley and Sammi focus on their favorite Marvel frenemies: Thor and Loki! Both of these brothers deserve love for very different reasons according to your favorite hosts....Loki certainly keeps things interesting, and is an excellent sometimes friend, sometimes foe while Thor is hilarious and strong, a lethal combination! Ashley and Sammi also think t...

Welcome back to Marvel March, Pixie Dusters! Today's episode is extra special because not only are Ashley and Sammi talking about the mystical Doctor Strange and adorable Peter Parker, but they have a Marvel Enthusiast Guest Star: Robby! You might recognize his name as Sammi's husband and producer of your favorite Disney Podcast! Today you'll get to hear Robby school Ashley and Samm...

Welcome back to the second week of Marvel March! This week's episode has Ashley and Sammi overcome with curiosity ….are you Team Cap or Team Iron Man? Ashley makes her case for why she's Team Captain America - she loves his spirit and all he stands for. Sammi argues for Team Iron Man - she sees the hurt Tony carries and loves his growth during the films. At the end of the day, your favor...

Welcome to Marvel March, Pixie Dusters! Ashley and Sammi (moreso Sammi) are super excited to explore the world of Marvel! To kick off the new super series, today's special episode is all about Wanda Maximoff! Is she a villain? Ashley and Sammi think Wanda gets a bad rap, and spend a lot of today's episode obsessing over the brilliance that was WandaVision . And are we missing out on a ne...

Welcome to the final week focused on Ashley's biggest crush, Johnny Depp! Today, Ashley and Sammi talk about movies that Ashley has dubbed "The Others": The Lone Ranger, Into the Woods, and Edward Scissorhands . Both hosts can agree that the first movie is not their favorite, but love the other two. They will circle back to do a better discussion of Into the Woods , since today&apos...

It's time for a trip to Underland as Ashley and Sammi talk about the two live action Alice in Wonderland films! There's so much greatness to discuss, from the always eccentric Johnny as Mad Hatter, to Helena Bonham Carter in the merciless Red Queen role, to Alan Rickman's caterpillar. And even though Anne Hathaway's White Queen annoyed Ashley to no end, you can't deny the...

Welcome, Pixie Dusters, to the final week of  Pirates of the Caribbean ! Today, Ashley and Sammi are chatting about  Dead Men Tell No Tales.  Unfortunately, this is their least favorite Jack Sparrow flick. Luckily though, there are some highlights, like Barbossa and Jack teaming up once again and the return of the Black Pearl. On the flip side, Sammi has a list of grievances regarding plot points,...

Welcome back to another week of  Pirates , Pixie Dusters! Unfortunately, today Ashley and Sammi are talking about  On Stranger Tides , which is not their favorite Jack Sparrow film. There's potential in this movie, but your favorite hosts are often left scratching their heads with some of the storyline choices. Like, why focus so much on the missionary and the mermaid? What's the deal wi...

Do you fear death?....Welcome back to another fantastical week of  Pirates of the Caribbean ! Today, Ashley and Sammi are talking about, in their opinion, the last great Pirate adventure:  At World's End . Sammi and Ashley love meeting the brethren court (hello, Keith Richards!), Elizabeth taking charge, and multiple Jacks. Ashley is especially happy that her favorite villain meets his end, b...

Welcome to the second week of  Pirates of the Caribbean ! Ashley and Sammi are discussing  Dead Man's Chest , which brings us back to the iconic waters of the first movie. Ashley's favorite Lord to hate, Beckett, becomes a prominent character, and the heartless Davy Jones makes his first appearance. Ashley has some hilarious behind the scenes trivia (Johnny strikes again), and both she a...

Are you ready for 5 weeks of  Pirates of the Caribbean ? Hoist your sails, grab some rum, and get ready for lots of Jack Sparrow love in the coming month! Today, Ashley and Sammi are chatting about their favorite  Pirates movie:  The Curse of the Black Pearl . From Jack's iconic introduction, to the cunning Barbossa, to the OG ride callbacks, there is so much to love about this iconic film! A...

Welcome to 2022, Pixie Dusters!!! Your favorite hosts are back for Season 4, and to kick off the new year, they are doing a series focused on their favorite weirdo: Johnny Depp! Today, Ashley shares a brief look at Depp's early family life and career, and together she and Sammi review what movies they'll be chatting about more in depth. In the coming weeks, they will focus on the Pirates...

Well Pixie Dusters, we made it to the end of 2022! Today marks the last episode of 2021, so Ashley and Sammi are doing a year end wrap-up with a focus on personal and podcast goals, plus Ashley teases what's coming on Disney+ in the new year! Your favorite podcast hosts have a had an eventful 2021, and they are super excited for what's coming in 2022! Find them on Instagram and TikTok @p...

Merry Christmas, Pixie Dusters!!! Whether you are at Walt Disney World this holiday season, or just wish you were, we all hope you are having a magical week filled with love and good cheer. Today is a very special day on the podcast for two reasons! The number one reason is Ashley comes home today! If you're listening to show in the afternoon, she will be in Florida with her family, ready for...

It's the most wonderful time of the year - the time for Disney Holiday Treats! Today Ashley and Sammi are sharing some of the top festive goodies you can pick up at all four Walt Disney World parks! Plus, there are some grown-up only snacks on the list if cookies and shakes aren't your thing. Let them know which sweet treats you love to sample this time of year by finding them on Instagr...

The Christmas Bells are really tinkling now! If you are looking for a last minute Disney Christmas gift, look no further! Ashley and Sammi are sharing their favorite finds from Disney Shopping and Etsy! They break down gifts for kids, teens and adults, and adults who are kids at heart. What is your top Disney gift idea this year? Ashley is wishing for anything  Star Wars or Stitch, and Sammi is al...

Are you ready for Christmas, Pixie Dusters? Hopefully so, because Disney World has been ready for the past month! Today, Sammi is spreading holiday cheer by telling us all about what Walt Disney World has planned for 2021. Ashley is especially excited to celebrate the return of a Grand Floridian staple: the giant gingerbread house! Check out the whole episode to hear all Ashley and Sammi's to...

Welcome to the finale week of our Winnie-the-Pooh month! Today, Ashley and Sammi gush about their love for  Christopher Robin . There is so much love and nostalgia in this film! It was truly made to remind the grown-ups that you are never too old for a little bit of fun or fluff. Listen in for a warm and fuzzy trip down memory lane, and then head over to Disney Plus to rewatch it yourself!  Ashley...

Today is a special day, because today Ashley and Sammi are chatting about  The Many Adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh ! They talk about their favorite, and least favorite, characters, why the film from 1977 stands the test of time, and share one of Walt Disney's favorite scenes! Plus, they share how the Pooh ride at Walt Disney World ties in with the classic movie! Next week come back for the Win...

Welcome back to another week with our favorite honey obsessed bear, Winnie-the-Pooh! This week, Ashley is telling us all about the history behind how Disney finally acquired the film rights to A.A. Milne's beloved character, and how they translated the classic tales to animation. Can't you just hear the classic theme song playing in your head right now? If not, stick around, because Samm...

Welcome to November, Pixie Dusters! This month Ashley and Sammi are talking about their favorite bear filled with fluff, Winnie-the-Pooh! Today, Ashley is telling us all about the history of the original Winnie-the-Pooh books by A.A. Milne. Did you know Christopher Robin was based on Milne's actual son? And he started writing children's books to explain his post-war PTSD? Next week, we l...

Welcome Foolish Mortals to the final week of the Pixie Dust Twins Halloween series! Today is a very special episode, because Ashley and Sammi are talking about  Muppets Haunted Mansion ! There are so many fun Easter Eggs in reference to The Haunted Mansion attraction at Disneyland and Walt Disney World, and Ashley is so excited to share them with you! Plus, Sammi found out how this spooky special...