Mickeyphile Podcast - Disney World, DVC, and More
An unofficial Disney fan podcast. As locals to Central Florida, and DIsney Vacation Club members, Scott & Karen are often found in the Parks. Weekly episodes include news updates from around the Disney Parks, Marvel, Star Wars and more, as well as trip reports, interviews, and fun discussion topics.
Episodes
🎙️ The Mickeyphile Podcast — Episode 242
Disney Fantasy Concierge, Merrytime Magic, and Muppets on the Case
We’re setting sail on the Disney Fantasy and bringing you along for a cruise recap that somehow managed to be equal parts luxury, holiday chaos, and Muppets.
In this episode, we break down our Merrytime Cruise experience while staying in a 1-Bedroom Concierge Suite, because once you go Concierge, it’s very hard to...
The Mickeyphile Podcast — Episode 241: Disneyland at 70: Disneyland Hotel and “Same but Different” Rides
We’re back with another chapter in our ongoing celebration of Disneyland’s 70th Birthday—because after five nights, endless snacks, and enough California rain to qualify as a water feature, clearly we weren’t done yet.
In this episode, we dive deeper into our stay at the historic Disneyland Hotel, where nostalgia re...
The Mickeyphile Podcast – Episode 240
In Episode 240 of The Mickeyphile Podcast, we share a full Disneyland 70th Anniversary trip report filled with ride reviews, food highlights, MagicBand+ interactions, unexpected weather adventures, and our complete experience completing the Disneyland 70th Key challenge. If you're planning a Disneyland vacation or love Disney trip recaps, this episode is packed w...
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 239 -
Gingerbread Displays are returning to Walt Disney World, with one notable exception. Changes are coming to Magic Kingdom transportation routes, and there are new features on the My Disney Experience app. And we got a preview of the Zooptopia: Better Zoogether show at the Tree of Life. This news and more on episode 239 of The Mickeyphile Podcast.
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 238 -
Spaceship Earth returns from its refurb ahead of schedule, Passholders get a discount at the Disney Store, Disney World raises Annual Pass prices, with a catch, and a beloved attraction is getting an update next summer. And we have a review of a new off-property hotel close to Walt Disney World. All on episode 238 of The Mickeyphile Podcast.
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The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 237 -
There are new character meets and street-mosphere at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, with characters from Disney classic movies, performers, and more. The Disney Wish will be changing locations in 2027, and Living with the Land will be bringing back a favorite tour. We have updates on attraction openings and Thanksgiving meal offerings, and some new discounts on stays at Walt Disney...
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 236 -
We have dates and narrators for the Candlelight Processional at EPCOT, Santa Claus has a new home, and The Muppets may have left Hollywood Studios, but they’re returning with a revived Muppet Show on Disney Plus. All this plus a review of Whispering Canyon and some Festival Booths on Episode 236 of The Mickeyphile Podcast.
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The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 234 -
Lots of closings happening at Disney World, as Launch Bay and Disney Jr. Play and Dance! Last day is announced, and Blizzard Beach closes for its seasonal refurbishment. Someone doesn’t want the Rivers of America to close, and the Disney Adventure has its maiden voyage delayed. We have a dining review as we went to Magic Kingdom on a party day, and ate dinner at Tony’s Town Squa...
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 234 -
This week is the Fifth Anniversary of The Mickeyphile Podcast, and we spent the weekend at Destination D23 at Coronado Springs Resort. There was news about upcoming movies, an update to Carousel of Progress, upcoming treats for Christmas and the Festival of the Holidays, and some information about Cinderella Castle and the upcoming Villains Land, and much more. All this and more...
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 233 -
The Crush AP magnet is now available for pickup. Beak and Barrel reservations have finally gone live, and there is new Halloween decor in the Magic Kingdom. And we will review our stay in a One Bedroom Villa at Disney’s Old Key West Resort. This is episode 233 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 232 -
The new Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away parade started with a surprise opening on July 18. We’ve seen the parade a few times now and we have some thoughts. There’s a Gift Card offering for new annual pass purchases, a change coming to Hollywood Studios, and breakfast at Chef’s de France? All this and more on episode 232 of The Mickeyphile Podcast.
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The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 231 -
Christmas is coming to Walt Disney World. Dates and ticket prices have been announced for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Jollywood Nights. We have the list of events for Festival of the Holidays at EPCOT and Animal Kingdom’s Holliday offerings, as well as Disney Springs and the return of most of the Gingerbread Houses. On episode 231 of The Mickeyphile Podcast.
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 230 -
V.I. Passholder Days bring 40% dining discounts. The Hall of Presidents finishes its refurb, Rivers of America, the Liberty Belle, and Tom Sawyer’s Island close for good, and even more Magic Kingdom attractions will be closed this summer. We spent a rainy afternoon at Geo-82 and the new DVC lounge in Magic Kingdom, and have reviews. On episode 230 of The Mickeyphile Podcast.
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 229 -
We have more updates on attraction opening and closing dates, including Test Track, The Boneyard, and….a parking lot. Is Jollywood Nights returning for 2025? There are hints. A Disney Dwarf is meeting guests at the Germany Pavilion, and a beloved pianist has changed locations. All of this and more on episode 229 of The Mickeyphile Podcast.
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The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 228 -
Flavors of Florida returns to Disney Springs, Communicore is undergoing another transformation, and a new character meet is coming to the Germany Pavilion. We have an official date for the Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away Parade, and with it a return to some old rules. We have official word on when the Rivers of America and its attractions will be closing. Plus, we’ll di...
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 226 -
Two new shows are opening in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and we were there for a special preview. How did Disney do creating a new Villain’s show? Which Villain is most misunderstood? Are you still going to get soaked watching The Little Mermaid? And how cool IS the new Reclaimed and Reforged Lightsaber at Savi’s Workshop? We answer these questions, plus news and more, on epis...
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 226 -
We got the chance to stay at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort on the way home from our trip on the Disney Dream. We’ll review the room, restaurant, and amenities, and discuss our pros and cons for this unique, off-site beach resort.
We are joined by our friends Ric and Brandi Forbes to discuss the upcoming Main Street 16 Challenge this weekend, to raise money for Make-A-Wish. (Donat...
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 225 -
After our trip on the Disney Magic to Lookout Cay, we boarded the Disney Dream for 5 more nights in the Bahamas with stops in Nassau, Castaway Cay, and Lookout Cay. More great food, shows, and adventures were sure to come, and a bunch of new friends, too.
There’s news about GEO-82 at EPCOT and new promotions for DVC purchases, along with other news from around the Disney-verse...
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 224 -
It’s Magic on the High Seas this week. Disney Cruise Line Magic. We’re celebrating Easter in the Caribbean aboard the Disney Magic with great food, amazing shows, and a new island paradise at Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point. Theirs news at V. I. Passholder days returning, the lobby at Grand Floridian, and some new additions at Animal Kingdom. All on Episode 224 of the Mickeyph...
The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 223 -
We got a chance to experience some of the great offerings at the Cabins at Fort Wilderness. From fireworks viewing on the beach, to dining and drinks at Trail’s End and Crocket’s Tavern, and an on and off-road Segway tour and sightseeing around the campground. There’s news from around the parks, including new shows, and deals, and the return of an experience at EPCOT. All this ...
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