The Geeky Waffle

Somehow our Hot Muppets Summer has returned, and we're back with The Muppets at Walt Disney World! Did you know in 1990 the muppets invaded Disney World?

Candace and Catrina recap their visit to the Walt Disney Family Museum. From the original Mickey sketches and iconic Disney artifacts to trains, animatronics, and a stunning Mary Blair exhibit, they share what made the visit so magical.

In this episode, we explore the history behind the Bride, from her origins in Mary Shelley’s novel to her evolution in film and modern reinterpretations. Britt and Candace discuss her limited screen time, iconic look, and role as a symbol of both independence and trauma.

Arezou and Candace are joined by Chelsea and Britt to talk about Bridgerton Season 4. We chat about Benedict and Sophie's romance, the changes all the Bridgerton siblings face this season, and speculate on Season 5 and beyond.

We're celebrating Hot Muppet Summer in Winter for the 30th anniversary of Muppets Treasure Island . Candace, Bri, and Britt dive into Tim Curry's iconic role as Long John Silver, the film's behind-the-scenes secrets, and its catchy songs and nostalgic humor.

Candace and Catrina go to their first-ever Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure! They discuss the event's history and the differences between Disneyland and Disney World's Halloween offerings. They also share their favorite experiences from the night, including character interactions, the Frightfully Fun Parade, Villains Grove, and more.

Candace and Catrina are back at it with a discussion about the magic (and maintenance) of Disney Parks. Candace shares her first impressions of the newly refurbished Test Track at EPCOT. They discuss what other attractions need a tune-up.

Join Candace and Catrina in this lit episode of Waffles at the Park as they celebrate the long-awaited debut of the Starlight Parade at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom – the first nighttime parade there in over 10 years! They discuss other nighttime parades, such as SpectroMagic, Paint the Night, and the Main Street Electrical Parade, and explain why nighttime parades are essential to the Disney...

Candace and Catrina explore the latest Halloween Horror Nights house announcements from both Universal Studios Hollywood and Orlando. From big-name IPs like Fallout and Five Nights at Freddy’s to chilling original concepts, they break down what’s coming, what’s exciting, and what’s downright terrifying. Tune in as they share their most anticipated houses... and the ones they’re already scared of.

Candace and Catrina Muppet and Disney fan look back at the Muppet show that was at Disney MGM Studios (Hollywood Studios) and Disney California Adventure. They look back at the history and the future of the Muppets at Disney Parks.

Join Candace and Catrina on the first episode of 'Waffles at the Park,' a sidecast from the Geeky Waffle . Candace and Catrina, self-proclaimed theme park experts, introduce themselves and discuss their deep love for theme parks from their childhood in Florida to their frequent trips to Disney and Universal parks. They explore upcoming changes at Disney and Universal theme parks. Subscribe fo...

Arezou is joined by author Brittany N. Williams to talk about the Forge & Fracture saga trilogy. They also talk about Shakespeare, OT3s and challenging dated historical notions. Find Brittany online: https://www.brittanynwilliams.com/ https://www.instagram.com/brittanyacts/ https://twitter.com/BrittanyActs Waffle Links: https://bsky.app/profile/arezouamin.bsky.social https://www.threads.net/@a...

Thirty years ago, children and some adults were terrified at "The Most Magical Place On Earth." Candace and Arezou look back at the Tomorrowland attraction: ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter. We explore the story behind this controversial attraction, the different versions, and the eventual replacement by Stitch's Great Escape.

Candace talked with author Kelli Fitzpatrick about her new book, Captain Marvel, Carol Danvers, Declassified. She discussed her inspirations, character choices, and the creative process behind this deep dive into one of Marvel's most iconic characters. https://kellifitzpatrick.com/

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of NBC's 10th Kingdom, longtime fans Candace and Chelsea, and Arezou who first watched it as an adult, talk about the fairy tale miniseries. They talk about their memories of first watching, favorite plot points, Wolf and Virginia's relationship, and the new takes on fairy tales. Waffle Links: https://bsky.app/profile/arezouamin.bsky.social http://bsky.app/profile...

We're celebrating the 75th anniversary of Disney's classic film, Cinderella. We discuss the movie's impact on Disney, its iconic scenes, and its role in the survival and direction of the Walt Disney Company post-World War II.

Arezou is joined by The Legend of Meneka author Kritika H. Rao to discuss her new book, which puts a spin on a classic, yet underrepresented, figure from Hindu mythology. They talk about the process of putting a new spin on an old story, the scene that was key to the story as a whole, and why romance is so important in character development. Find Kritika online: https://www.kritikahrao.com/ https:...

No one mourns the wicked, but we sure do like talking about it. This week, Candace and Arezou discuss Jon Chu’s movie adaptation of the hit Broadway musical Wicked. They celebrate how the movie embraces its musical theater roots, and praise the casting of Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey. They also speculate on what to expect in Part 2, what they think will change in adaptation, an...

Things are getting “frosty” on The Geeky Waffle as Candace and Arezou sit down to discuss Netflix’s Christmas rom-com Hot Frosty, starring Lacey Chabert and Dustin Milligan. They discuss the “born sexy yesterday” trope, the growing Netflix Christmas Cinematic Universe , and the comfort the predictable stories offer at this time of year. Waffle Links: https://bsky.app/profile/candacekaw.bsky.social...

She's back! To celebrate the release of A Monsoon Rising, author Thea Guanzon returns to chat with Arezou about her new book. They chat about the standout scenes - hint, they're spicy - what the last whirlwind year has been like since publication, and Thea's next project, the Critical Role tie-in, Tusk Love ! Find Thea online: theaguanzon.com http://instagram.com/theagwrites http://twitter.com/the...

Candace, Noor-Hal, and Alex as they break down the limited series Agatha All Along. They explore the show's twists, character arcs, and outstanding performances.

Host Candace interviews John Jackson Miller about his new novel, Batman Resurrection. Miller discusses his Batman journey, bringing characters to the Burton universe and the evolution of Batman in pop culture.

The Rings of Power Season 2 may have wrapped up, but that doesn't mean we still don't have thoughts. Join Arezou and Chelsea as they break down character arcs for the second season, talk about what worked and what didn't, and speculate where things will go in Season 3. Check out Chelsea's Rings of Power Season 2 recaps on the site here .

Arezou had the chance to sit down with author Rick Riordan to talk about his latest book Wrath of the Triple Goddess, the seventh book in the Percy Jackson series. They talked about revisiting Percy's world, writing heavy themes for younger readers, and what aspects of mythology Riordan still wants to write about. They also talk about whether we'll ever see Magnus Chase again and how Percy Jackson...

This week, Candace and Catrina discuss the major park announcements from D23. They discuss the addition of Encanto to Animal Kingdom and Indiana Jones taking over Dinoland. They also discuss Villain Land at the Magic Kingdom, changes coming to EPCOT, the two new rides coming to Avengers Campus at California Adventure, and the animatronic Walt Disney show.