Episodes
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. This week in Disney News, Bob Iger said all future investments in the park will be IP driven. He also confirmed Avatar will be a part of Disneyland expansion. Also, the new nighttime drone show, Disney Dreams That Soar presented by AT&T, will be premiering at Disney Springs on May 24. Those annual pass holder magnets sure look cool on the back of your car. It’s very tempting to want to pay...
Published 05/20/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. We’re Halfway to Halloween and Disney gave us a first look at some new merch plus dates for the Halloween parties on both coasts. This week, we look back at our (very brief) trip to Walt Disney World for Springtime Surprise Weekend. Even though it was a short trip, we got to experience a lot of firsts - including checking some restaurants off of our bucket lists. Plus we cover just how incredibly...
Published 05/13/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. Disney has released more info about the entertainment at Lighthouse Point.  Plus AirBNB has built a house that every PIXAR fan will want to stay in. This week is our 300th episode! It’s hard to believe we’ve been doing this podcast for 6 years, but you all keep listening so we keep talking. We take a look back at some of our most popular shows and then we get the tables turned on us, as we get...
Published 05/06/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. This week in Disney News, Pixar Fest has begun and we’re absolutely amazed by the number of amazing characters they’re bringing out! Disney can be such a great conversation starter and way to find friends in unexpected places. That’s exactly what happened when we were able to connect with a fellow podcast host over our mutual love of Disney (and running). This week’s guest, Joe Corcione, is the...
Published 04/29/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. How well do you know Disney’s most popular movies? Could you name the movie from a single quote? Could you name the character delivering the line? Well this week we put that knowledge to the test when we play “Guess the Movie”.  Angela offers up a series of quotes and Joe must prove his love of Disney or embarrass himself so much that Angela is forced to find a new Co-Host. Be sure to let us know...
Published 04/22/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. Disneyland Paris announced they will be changing the name of the Studios Park and it’s a bit . . .underwhelming. Plus Disney announced some release dates for its movie schedule next year. Do you consider yourself a Disney Parks Newbie or a Superfan? This week we tackle the Disney Park iceberg and discuss the varying levels of fandom. So whether you’ve visited one park or been on an Adventures by...
Published 04/15/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. Joe Rhode posted a cryptic photo back at Imagineering and we discuss the dream scenario of his return at D23. Plus, we don’t often discuss new Ears, but Disney may have dropped the greatest pair we’ve ever seen. In our main segment, we play battle of the theme parks, as we rank every US Disney park from worst to first. While we definitely have our favorites, we try to take an objective approach...
Published 04/01/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. This week Disney announced a stacked group being inducted as Disney Legends this year. Plus, some new summer offerings at Disney World and the return of activity we didn’t even realize went away. In our main segment, we conclude our two part Disney Cruise trip recap. This week we dive deep into the history of Castaway Cay, from bootleggers to hidden treasure to the Disney films that were filmed...
Published 03/25/24
ello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. Disney’s expansion plans took a step forward this week as the Anaheim Planning Commission voted to send Disney’s proposal to the full council. This week we’re heading to the high seas as we recap our first ever Disney Cruise aboard Disney’s newest ship, the Wish. Being our first cruise, we didn’t fully know what to expect and while there were some bumps along the way, we still had a blast! We...
Published 03/18/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. This week Disney announced some big changes to dining reservations that guests are sure to enjoy.  Plus all hotel guests will get a free day at the waterparks in 2025. Have you ever thought about purchasing Disney Vacation Club? Maybe you weren’t sure how it works or if it was worth it. Well after a few years of DVC ownership we’ve learned a thing or two and this week we’re sharing it all with...
Published 03/11/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. Recently Disney announced they are shutting down the Disney Movie Club.  We discuss what that means and how you might want to stop throwing away your DVDs. Walt Disney World is a place full of amazing experiences, some of which are more obscure. This week, we're discussing the various paid tours and experiences you can do in the Walt Disney World parks. We've done 4 of the 10 tours, so in this...
Published 03/04/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. We got our first look at the new Tiana animatronic and it looks beautiful.  Plus, Disney filed permits to demolish the building of the short-lived NBA Experience.  We speculate on what could be next for the location. Have you ever dreamed of riding a bantha? Walking through a Revolution-era town? Battling evil forces in a Quinjet in Wakanda? If you have, you're either an imagineer, or you stay...
Published 02/26/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. Universal Studios finally announced all of the lands in Epic Universe and we question what the reception will be like once the park opens. We love Walt Disney, and his name is synonymous with the Disney parks, movies, and company as a whole. But, today, we want to take a step back and pay some respects to one of the other, lesser known, Disney brothers: Roy O. Disney. Roy, ever his brother's...
Published 02/19/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. Disney had their earnings release this week and had some surprise announcements including a new movie and another venture into gaming. When you're used to the Disney World parks, it can be a little overwhelming going over to Disneyland in Anaheim and figuring out just where you want to eat. But not to worry! We've got you covered. This week we review 9 different eating establishments on...
Published 02/12/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. When one door closes, another opens and this week while Disney was closing Country Bears’ Jamboree at Disney World, they opened Pixar Place Hotel at Disneyland.  This week as we talk to Becky Ginther from Disney In Your Day and Castle Dreams Travel about the secrets to planning a Disney vacation. She divulges a lot of really helpful trip-planning tips to keep in mind like how to set your...
Published 02/05/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. This week in Disney News, Meilin and Ming Lee are now doing a meet and greet in DCA for the Lunar New Year that looks top notch!  Also, Mickey and Minnie's new fits for Lookout Key are bright and beautiful. What would you say if we told you there is a Disney Park in Germany? Some of you may say, cool. Some probably would start naming the parks and conclude that we've lost our minds! But, after...
Published 01/29/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. A lot of Disney News dropped while we were away including the launch of the incredible Electrical Sky Parade over in Disneyland Paris. Plus, Imagineer Lanny Smoot was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame and showed off his latest invention, the Hallow Tile Floor.  We speculate how Disney plans to use it. We're back from our 10K and 1/2 marathon races in Disneyland, and we're so ready...
Published 01/22/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. Have you ever wanted just a little more out of your Disney experience? A way to spice it up? To ascend to new level of fandom? Well, friend, you’ve come to the right place! Today we’re talking about Hidden Disney, the parts of Disney that you possibly don’t know about. We reveal hidden experiences in the park, new levels of fandom, and extra ride experiences that’ll have you stoked for your next...
Published 01/15/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. This week in Disney News, subscribers of Disney+ will be able to get a free Disney dining plan. For all of the Figment fans out there, Festival of the Arts will feature a new Figment popcorn bucket this year which will certainly have you clamoring to EPCOT. We have one question for you. What if EPCOT wasn’t just in Disney World? What if Disneyland had their own version? What would you call...
Published 01/08/24
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. This week in Disney News, the Voyage of the Little Mermaid in Hollywood Studios will not be returning, and will instead reopen in Fall 2024 as Little Mermaid: A Musical Adventure. Also, when changes come on January 9th to park hopping in WDW, virtual queing will change as well. Over in Disneyland, the Magic Happens parade will be returning shortly after the new year along with Wonderous...
Published 12/25/23
Dear Santa, We have been very very good this year and think that for 2024, we would like a few things to make Disney a little more merry and bright. Could you help us out a bit? We have some simple requests like more shade and maybe bringing Gideon’s into the parks. But we also feel like our friend, the imaginative, but unfriendly-looking dragon, needs a little visit from the Botched TV show doctors to give him and his ride a little face lift. And while we’re at it, maybe we could give...
Published 12/18/23
Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. This week in Disney News, Luca, Soul, and Turning Red will all be coming to theaters in early 2024, giving them a theatrical release for the first time. Disneyland dropped their full 2024 calendar of events, which is unusual, and there are some really exciting celebrations to look forward to. Something about the holidays seems to make everything so special. Maybe it’s the fleeting nature of how...
Published 12/11/23
It’s been 10 years since Frozen was releases in theaters, so we’re taking a look back at the story behind it’s creation to it’s meteoric rise to global phenomenon.
Published 12/04/23
How well do you know the songs from your favorite Disney parks’ attractions and shows? Play along this week as we try to guess the missing lyric.
Published 11/27/23
We’re celebrating Life Day by counting down our favorite Star Wars characters. Will your favorite make the list?
Published 11/13/23