Mickeyphile Podcast - Disney World, DVC, and More

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.

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September 3, 2025 55 mins

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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...

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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.

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 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival Foodie Guide

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August 5, 2025 50 mins

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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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July 22, 2025 34 mins

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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.

 

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July 13, 2025 49 mins

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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.

 

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June 20, 2025 40 mins

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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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June 6, 2025 46 mins

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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...

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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...

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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...

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May 3, 2025 53 mins

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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...

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April 22, 2025 62 mins

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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...

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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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The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 222 -

 This week, we finish with days 5, 6, and 7 of our cruise on the Disney Treasure.  There’s dinner at Worlds of Marvel and the Day of the Dead at Plaza de Coco.  We had a day at sea and a stop at Castaway Cay.  And we saw two great shows.  Plus, there’s news from EPCOT, Disney Cruise, Disney Springs, and more on episode 222 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.

 

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Part 1:  Karen and Scott discuss the first 5 days of their cruise on the Disney Treasure, including stops in Tortola, British Virgin Islands and St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands.  We talk about food, Magician Jess!ca Jane, the show Disney Seas the Adventure, and more food.  Including the Concierge Level (and Lounge)!  Live from St Thomas, USVI.  

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The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 220 -

 

The Foodie Guide for the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival has been released.   There’s a new themed area at the Festival repping two beloved resorts, and a controversial show has been extended until this summer.  We have an official closing date for It’s Tough to be a Bug, and Moana 2 makes its small screen debut on Disney Plus next month.  All of this and more, on episode 220 of ...

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The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 219 -

 We spent a weekend in the wilderness - Fort Wilderness.  We went glamping for 4 nights in the new Cabins at Fort Wilderness Resort, experienced the high-spirited music-and-comedy Hoop de Doo Revue, and even used Disney transportation.  Disney may have finally acknowledged a mistake they made at Disney Springs, we have some updates for you runners out there about the Half-Marathon,...

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January 28, 2025 88 mins

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The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 218 -

Have you ever wondered what the concierge experience on a Disney Cruise is like?  We got a taste this weekend.  We are just back from 3 nights on the Disney Wish, with stops in Nassau and Disney’s Castaway Cay.  Was the upgrade worth the hype?  And what did we think of the Wish after our second time aboard?  We’re cruising our way to episode 218 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.

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January 13, 2025 43 mins

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The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 217 -

It was Marathon weekend at Walt Disney World, and we will share a different perspective on the event.  There’s DVC news about banking and borrowing, a new DCL ship class is revealed, the menus for Festival of the Arts are released, and refurbishments will temporarily close a beloved restaurant and pool.  All this and more on episode 217 of The Mickeyphile Podcast.  

 

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   The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 216 -

 

We’ve entered 2025, and the Holiday season is winding down at Walt Disney World.  This week, we’ll discuss what the New Year’s Celebrations were like at EPCOT and Magic Kingdom, from both inside the park and outside.  Also, there are announcements about new discounts on resort stays, free dining, and is a 2-person single rider line really a thing?  All on episode 216 of The Mic...

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The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 215 -

 

We will catch up this week on our wild December at Disney World, with Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and the Candlelight Processional with Gary Sinise.  We went to Hollywood Studios for an afternoon, tried to go to Oga’s Canteen, and spent a day at Epcot.   We’ll also discuss our most recent 4-night stay at All Star Music, and review Mufasa: The Lion King.  All this and more...

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