The Main Street Electrical Podcast: A Disney Podcast

In the 274th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back to discuss all of Jenn's latest travels - and inviting in fan fave and 3rd co-host #KylaKylaKyla as well. After random chit-chat about Disneying over the last week or two, including renewing Annual Passes (always a good time for the budget), they chat about Premier Passes being sold out, the Christmas party being sold out, and Zootopia Crocs being sold.  Then, Jenn gives the lowdown on the newest ship in the Disney Fleet, the Disney Destiny... some of the shows, the layout, the grand hall, Heroes vs Villains, and more.  Jenn & Kyla then talk about the Earmarked Summit they just returned from in Disneyland, some of the cool events they attended, seeing Walt animatronic, the Christmas decor so far, and more.  Plus, what exactly is Earmarked? Then Kyla takes the flight from Anaheim straight to Orlando for her Moms Trip - she gives the update on the snacks, drinks, and a weekend away.

In the 273rd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave will be back together next wek, but this week, Dave starts solo with a little Disney CD collection update...  Then updates on the Christmas party tickets... the Perch opening at the Grand Floridian... Military rates for Disney World released... Toy Story 5's new trailer...  And then, a chat with podcaster and broadcaster and physical media collector Garrison Ryfun about collecting DVDs, Blu-Rays, and the like - we chat about why physical media has had such a recent rise in popularity, in collecting Disney movies (and why you want to!) and getting some of the big Disney movie sets. It's a little niche this week, and a little techie, but we do get to nerd out a bit and hopefully you'll be inspired to start your own collection 

In the 272nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn and Dave are split up for the next week or two, as today it becomes "Jess and Dave"!  Previous guest, Friend of the Show, promoted to somewhat sorta guest host Jessica Levine, aka Pocket Jess, comes back to the show to hang with host Dave and talk about Christmas at Disney World. Jess is getting her house ready for Hanukkah and Christmas, while Dave is pulling out the Christmas Disney PJs, and then they jump into the parks for Christmas! They chat about each park - Animal Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom - then the resorts and Disney Springs, putting a spotlight on Christmas activities, theming, events, and more. We discuss everything from Jollywood Nights to Glimmering Greenhouse to Merry Menagerie to Christmas Tree Strolls to Candlelight Processional to the resort trees and so much more. Plus, Jessica gives a rundown on how Disney represents her Jewish faith in the parks - both the awesome things Disney is doing, and a few things they could be slightly better on. Use this as your guide for all things Disney World and holidays! 

In the 271st episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are talking Hollywood Studios this time around - and what they would make happen. First up, Dave and his new shirt, Jenn and her trip packing... then the Disney Destiny has a new wedding option... and Mickey's Christmas Party is selling out, and has new munchies. Then, taking a look at Hollywood Studios, and what we would make different if given the CEO title.  More characters... a few photo ops... Muppets get a good home... more life in Galaxy's Edge... and we want our arch back!

In the 270th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are here for a shorter show, this time just the news. Well, the news and of course, how they Disney'd, with Jenn getting ready for upcoming travels, while Dave is biding his time with the wife away by quoting trips and building Legos. And collecting more Taylor. Then, a roundup of the latest news stories, including: --Festival of the Arts information released --Soarin' Across America --Changes to Ratatouille in 3D --Jollywood Nights upcoming characters --Removing the Hollywood Studios arch Plus, Chewie during Life Day, The Star Wars Holiday Special, and how one guy got trespassed on the Disney Springs bridge

In the 269th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave welcome in first time guest - and current Upon a Star Travel super Star and fellow podcaster Donna DeGiacomo.  Pronounced just like that.  First, Donna shares a little about her love of Disney and where she hails from, as well as a magic little story with Disneyland pins, plus a little about her own podcast, Circa 71. Then, a quick mention on the current Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party tickets, and which dates are selling out. Finally, a little game of "Blind Rankings" - a random wheel picks the resort and the dining location, and all three decide where to place it - blindly - on their top ten.  And yes, All Star Sports makes an appearance, because of course it does!

In the 268th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are joined by super Upon a Star super planner Jessica Levine, aka "Pocket Jess", in her first appearance since way back in July 2023 on Ep 165.  On today's episode, the trio chat about Jenn's upcoming Destiny journey, Jess' upcoming trips, and Dave's quick review of Pixar's "ELIO".  Plus, we chat a little about Jess and her family, her move to Jacksonville, and how she still frequents the parks. In the news, some quick hits on Disney raising prices... new pricing out for Christmas 2026... a new timeline for Muppets in Rock'n Roller Coaster... a revised Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique menu - and wondering why there is still only one BBB location open... Disney leaning to cashless kiosks... and Frozen Ever After losing the projection faces.  Finally, in a revisit of a topic done in October 2021 on Episode 75, a ranking of World Showcase pavilions.  Mexico, Norway, China, Germany, Italy, American Adventure, Japan, Morocco, France, United Kingdom, and Canada - each get a quick discussion about what we love (and what we don't love as much) and we rank them on our list, 1 thru 11.  Plus, another mini-rant from Jenn about Anne Hathaway's thrilling, Oscar winning performance in "Les Miserables".  

In the 267th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back this week with more news and WDW history! First, Jenn gives her own review of Beak and Barrel from her visit last week, while Dave is getting his room ready for the January trip. Then, in a news roundup, Guardians has a new queue system--but not really... Travel Protection goes up... Disney Cruise Lines has MORE savings... Disney drops new promotions on everyone... and Disney Enchantment fireworks returns to Magic Kingdom for special events! And then, a birthday conversation for both Magic Kingdom and Epcot, looking at the opening day for both - attractions, World Showcase pavilions, skybuckets, resorts, trivia and fun facts. Plus memories from both Jenn and Dave on each park. 

In the 266th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are prepping for a weekend trip with the Upon a Star Team to Cancun... but before that, there is magic to be discussed. First, Jenn is getting ready for a day in Epcot with #KylaKylaKyla, Quasi Producer Heather (aka The Moana Mom) and several other Upon a STARS, while Dave is proud to announce the totals from the recent WDW Park Run Challenge The Candlelight Processional line up has been announced, and they run through that... the Halloween Party is completely sold out... and the incredible Disney Cruise Line promotion that ends on Sept 25th (today, as we publish and release!) Finally, the go along with our ideas for Epcot - when we were Epcot CEOs (episode 262) - we now tackle Animal Kingdom... if we were in charge of the park, knowing we cannot go crazy with new lands or big new rides, what would we do? Our ideas include what to do with Rafiki's Planet Watch... looking at Finding Nemo: the Musical... updating Pandora... fixing Kali River Rapids... more characters... and of course, addressing the issue with The Yeti.  And... hippos. We need more hippos.  And then we do dream a little bigger - what if we could do one big project? 

In the 265th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave return together again - at least over Zoom - to chat about all the latest. Jenn is getting ready for one day at Disney - mostly Epcot - before traveling on to Mexico, while Dave does a quick recap of the WDW Park Challenge, including what caught them up after making great time in the morning. Then, Dave gives a quick, spoiler free review of Beak and Barrell in Magic Kingdom... the latest on Halloween Party and Christmas Party sales... Tron goes red... and a new Disney Legacy Cast Member. Then, a look at Royal Caribbean, as Dave just returned from sailing on the Wonder of the Seas, while Jenn looks back at her summer voyage on Star of the Seas. We chat about the make up of the ship, the activities, the nightlife, the cabins, the neighborhoods, and much more, comparing the ships, and encouraging all of you to take an RCL voyage! 

In the 264th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are once again split up, as Dave is sailing the high seas on a cruise ship, so Jenn is joined this time by fan fave #KylaKylaKyla and Quasi Producer Heather, aka The Moana Mom, as they chat up everything from Jenn's  trip on the Disney Treasure to Beak & Barrel merch to Kyla getting GEO82.  Plus chats on the Food & Wine Festival and some of the announcements made at the latest D23! 

In the 263rd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are split as Jenn  is currently aboard the Disney Treasure!  So Dave brings on fan fave and our third  co-host #KylaKylaKyla! Kyla Melberg makes her return as she's looking ahead to plenty of Disney, while Dave is reviewing the newest book by Disney Food Blog's AJ Wolfe, "Disney Adults". Then, a little recap of some of the big news from D23 over the weekend, plus the closing of Dinoland is now set for early next year. Then, Dave and Kyla give out their weekends of a getaway that's NOT a theme park in Orlando - first with Kyla, looking at Portsmouth, Cape Cod, beaches, lighthouses, food, and much more Then Dave reviews his birthday weekend in Chattanooga, TN, and many of the things there are to do there, including the aquarium, zoo, Rock City, caverns, waterfalls underground, and of course, antiquing! 

In the 262nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back after a few weeks away, with Jenn traveling and Dave getting a kid back to school! After a little catch up conversation, they chat up the news, including Disneyland changes... announcements on Big Thunder Mountain and Zootopia.. Spaceship Earth's refurbishment... a storyline for the Muppet's Coaster... and the Food & Wine Festival starts NOW! Then, they dream a little, to ask "What would we do if we were Epcot CEO?" - nothing massive, no moving attractions from park to park or creating whole new lands... but what would we bring back? What changes would we make? And what is Jenn's #1 above everything?

In the 261st episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back to recap the park news from the last several weeks!  First, Jenn and her mugs, as per usual, while Dave is discussing his upcoming park run for charity. Then, a look at some of the things you need to know,  things like The Beak & Barrell opening (and menus)... Jock Lindsay's Halloween makeover... new Annual Passholder Magnets... Buzz & Spaceship Earth closures... Plus a look at Disney Cruise Line's big new discount promo, and some details of ESPN's new service available soon.  Then, a recap and preview of both Jenn and Dave's travels - where they have been and where they are going!  

In the 260th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back!  Jenn is getting ready for another cruise while Dave has more Funko... of course he does. Then Dave give a review of the latest MCU film "Fantastic Four: First Steps" - the good and bad, and how up to date on Marvel you need to be to enjoy it.  They chat about the news with Launch Bay going away, and Magic of Disney Animation coming in in 2026 - why it works, what might be there, and how excited they are about this. And finally, following on a random social media trend, Jenn & Dave talk about their Disney Fantastic Fours - their top four faves of resorts... snacks... characters... princesses... and more. Been a while since they'd done a faves-in-the-parks chat, so here we are! 

In the 259th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave will return soon - but for now, Dave is solo again, recapping his trip that he literally returned home from less than a day from recording!  First, a quick look at Disneyland's new information about the 2025 holiday season, then a quick look at the newly reopened Test Track 3.0! Then, a quick look at Dave's Dad'n'Son trip with his ASD 13yo, with some newly learned tips and tricks - why consider a stroller... doing the DAS pass... and where to go for fireworks and the new Disney Starlight parade. Finally, a quick story of Epcot's goof and making it right. Find it on all the usual pod places! 

In the 258th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are celebrating the 70th anniversary of the park that started it all - Disneyland First, the news of Jollywood and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas party is out, and they give the quick rundown of what to expect in each. Then, a take on the Walt animatronic that everyone can't stop talking about. And finally - it was called Black Sunday, the opening day of Disneyland that turned out to be a disaster. We give you some highlights of the day - no water, melted asphalt, lots of people trespassing - and the lead up of the day itself!   It's a look at Disney's memories of the original park, plus what Walt means to all of us, as we say Happy 70th Disneyland! 

In the 257th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back together with several big stories from the world of Disney and travel. First, they discuss the big story of the little girl falling off the Disney Dream, the dad who saved her, what may have happened, and some tips, cautions, and why Disney Cruise Lines are still SUPER safe Then, a chat about the legendary Carnival Poop Cruise - and the documentary out now all about it. Other discussions include the information about Test Track's reopening in a few weeks... more opening and closings scheduled at Walt Disney World, and Epcot's Eat to the Beat concert lineup for 2025.

In the 256th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are once again split up - Jenn is out of the studio today, while Dave takes the mic solo. This time is a different sort of episode, as June 25th is a very dear date to Dave, as the anniversary of a simple email that solidified his own Disney journey.  He'll share that story with you, plus give you some encouragement on finding your own journey and having the will to leap forward in it.  Plus, young Campbell makes an appearance, and Dave reads a little known essay from none other than Walt himself. 

In the 255th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are still feeling the magical glow of a recent Disneyland trip - and to recap and review, it's time to bring in fan fave, #KylaKylaKyla! First, a little WDW news with the closing announcement of Rivers of American and Liberty Belle, and then the Boneyard in Animal Kingdom, then over to the West Coast!  The trio chats up World of Color... the 70th Celebration Tour... Paint the Night... Carthay Circle... Pixar Place... The Grand Californian Resort... the rides... the snacks... the merch... and Dave's walk down a desolate street on the backside of the parks. (suggestion - dont do this!)