...Happy New Year- Episode 107 of The Disney Exchange Podcast

The Disney Exchange is Lisa, Dave, and me Nick! Happy New Year!
 
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We discuss new stuff coming to Walt Disney World in 2017, and whether or not Rivers of Light will ever open at Disney's Animal Kingdom.

Dave talks about running the Dopey Challenge during the 2017 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend.

I talk very briefly about plans for my January trip and we talk about meeting up in April.

We go on to talk about Disney Movies coming out this year, and somehow neglect mentioning a movie I am extremely excited about, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2!

Have you seen the preview for Pirates of the Caribbean 5? What did you think?

We talk about our Disney plans for 2017.

Wheel of Distiny: Best piece of advice for listeners headed to WDW in 2017.

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The Disney Echange - The First 100 Episodes

The Disney Exchange Podcast is Lisa Green, David Hodges, and me, Nicholas Maglio.

 Me, Dave, & Lisa

On Sunday November 13th we celebrated our 100th Episode! If you are just discovering The Disney Exchange, welcome, and if you are a long time listener, thank you!

I've put this list together so that new fans can bookmark this page and listen to each and every golden moment of the show, and for long time listeners who just can't get enough of me us.

001 The Disney Exchange - Here we are!

002 The Disney Exchange - Disney Transportation

003 The Disney Exchange - DVC vs. Deluxe Resorts ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Worst counter service restaurant at Walt Disney World


004 The Disney Exchange - Disney Best and Worst of 2014 ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : What are we looking forward to in 2015?


005 The Disney Exchange - Things You Can Only Do At Disney ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : One small thing you always look for at Walt Disney World.


006 The Disney Exchange - Epcot’s World Showcase ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Places to Watch Illuminations.


007 The Disney Exchange - A Walk Through Disney’s Animal Kingdom ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : One Favorite Souvenir you always buy


008 The Disney Exchange - Animal Kingdom Lodge Table Service ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite attractions that have been around half our lives


009 The Disney Exchange - Touring Disney’s Hollywood Studios ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite ride vehicle.


010 The Disney Exchange - Quick Serve In The Parks ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Suggestions for Rainy Days.


011 The Disney Exchange - Things To Do On Property, Outside The Parks ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Our favorite movie released prior to the year of our birth.


012 The Disney Exchange - Run Disney ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Movies we are most looking forward to this year.


013 The Disney Exchange - Living With Food Allergies in Walt Disney World ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Walt Disney World attraction with no height requirement


014 The Disney Exchange - A Day At The Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Adult Beverages at Walt Disney World.


015 The Disney Exchange - Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival ; The Wheel of Distiny topic: Best Disney ride for thrill seekers.

016 The Disney Exchange - Take A Ride Vehicle Home ; The Wheel of Distiny topic: A Disney movie you’d like to see remade or a sequel to.


017 The Disney Exchange - Best Table Service in the WDW Parks ;The Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Way to Add a Little Disney to Your Day When Not at a Disney Park


018 The Disney Exchange - Disney Souvenirs ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Scene in Epcot’s Spaceship Earth


019 The Disney Exchange - Disney Cruise Line ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Walt Disney World 3D attractions.


020 The Disney Exchange - Resort Category Comparison ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite part of the Maharaja Jungle Trek in Disney’s Animal Kingdom.


021 The Disney Exchange - Walt Disney World Attraction Swap Outs ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Disney Princess


022 The Disney Exchange - Favorite Places to Take Rest at Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny : Things people buy at Walt Disney World that we think are a waste of money.


023 The Disney Exchange - Progressive Dinner on the Monorail Resort Loop ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Summer sun survival tips.


024 The Disney Exchange - The First Day of Your Walt Disney World Vacation ; Wheel of Distiny topic: Favorite Disney Sidekick


025 The Disney Exchange - Meeting Disney Characters on a Disney Cruise and at Walt Disney World ; The Wheel of Distiny topic: Best Place to Get Coffee at Walt Disney World


026 The Disney Exchange - Walt Disney World Recommendations for Young Families: Part 1 ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite sweet treat at Walt Disney World.


027 The Disney Exchange - Walt Disney World Recommendations for Young Families: Part 2 ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Walt Disney World Guidebook(s)


028 The Disney Exchange - Walt Disney World Trip Planning ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Name an attraction you have ridden multiple times in a single day & what were the circumstances, and HOW did you get to ride it multiple times?
 

029 The Disney Exchange - Disney To Do Lists ; Wheel of Distiny topic : What Country would you like to see added to Epcot’s World Showcase?


030 The Disney Exchange - Half a Day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : The oddest thing we have ever eaten at Walt Disney World.


031 The Disney Exchange - The Best in the Lands ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : The most disgusting thing we’ve eaten at Walt Disney World.


032 The Disney Exchange - Progressive Dining Around the Epcot Area Resorts ; Wheel of Distiny topic : The best queue to stand in at Walt Disney World in the heat.


033 The Disney Exchange - Photography at Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Marvel Cinematic character.


034 The Disney Exchange - Favorite Pixar Films ; Wheel of Distiny topic : The Pixar character we most identify with.


035 The Disney Exchange - Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Statue or Stationary Figure at Walt Disney World.


036 The Disney Exchange - Big Changes Coming to the Disney Parks ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Way to Start the Day at Walt Disney World
 

037 The Disney Exchange - Adult or Kid Friendly Dining at WDW ; The Wheel of Distiny topic: Best Run Disney Training Tip


038 The Disney Exchange - Pros & Cons of the Disney Dining Plan ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : What is the latest you’ve ever stayed out at a Disney Park?

039 The Disney Exchange - Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party ; The Wheel of Distiny topic: Who is the Avenger character you’d most like to have dinner with and why?


040 The Disney Exchange - Counter Service Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner at Epcot ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : If you only had one attraction to choose to ride at Epcot, what would it be?


041 The Disney Exchange - Aulani with Special Guest Dave Tupper ; The Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Disney attraction music.
 

042 The Disney Exchange - Attractions at Walt Disney World We Can Do Without ; The Wheel of Distiny topic: What did you think of the first episode of The Muppets which made it’s debut September 22nd?


043 The Disney Exchange - Walt Disney World With Non Disney Lovers ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite view at Walt Disney World.

044 The Disney Exchange - Disney Deluxe Resorts at Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic: Favorite non fiction Disney book.

045 The Disney Exchange - The Best Things I Ever Ate at Walt Disney World ; The Wheel of Distiny topic: The Scariest Thing of Any Ride at Walt Disney World

046 The Disney Exchange - Packing For a Trip to Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic: Favorite spot for Holiday Decorations at Walt Disney World

047 The Disney Exchange - Walt Disney World, Where Does the Money Go? ; Wheel of Distiny topic : What was the first Disney Park attraction you ever went on?

048 The Disney Exchange - Progressive Dining Around Epcot’s World Showcase ; Wheel of Distiny topic: Where and when is a room view worth paying extra for.

049 The Disney Exchange - runDisney Redux with Karen Seal ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Which Disney character would you like to have dinner with and why?


050 The Disney Exchange - Disney Will Dos ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite live music at Walt Disney World.


051 The Disney Exchange - Monorail Loop & Epcot Resort Area Lounge Hopping ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Turkey Leg, yes or no?


052 The Disney Exchange - A Year of Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite live action Disney movie. 

053 of The Disney Exchange - Armchair Imagineering ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Star Wars Movie.

Bonus Episode : Merry Christmas 2015


054 of The Disney Exchange - FastPass Strategies at Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : 2016 Walt Disney World Resolutions

055 of The Disney Exchange Podcast - Progressive Dining Around Disney Springs ; Wheel of Distiny topic : 2016 Disney Movie you are looking forward to the most.

056 of The Disney Exchange Podcast - Things That Still Surprise Us At Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Our favorite attraction exit at Walt Disney World.

057 Exchange Podcast - Highs & Lows From Our Recent Trips to Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Are the talking characters, such as Mickey Mouse, wonderful or creepy?

058 of The Disney Exchange Podcast - More From Our Recent Trips to Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : What is your favorite Disney dog?

059 of The Disney Exchange Podcast - Table Service at the Parks on the Disney Dining Plan ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Disney animated movie post 1989.

060 of The Disney Exchange Podcast - Planning a Trip to Walt Disney World For Large Groups
; Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Walt Disney World Resort Pool.

061 of The Disney Exchange Podcast - Planning a Make-a-Wish Trip to Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : The one must do attraction you would suggest a first time visitor to Walt Disney World visit.

062 of The Disney Exchange Podcast - Hidden Spots in Walt Disney World's Parks ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Walt Disney World resort lobby.

063 of The Disney Exchange Podcast - Value Resorts at Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite light saber from the Star Wars Saga.

064 of The Disney Exchange Podcast - All Together at Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : One thing in a park we get a photo of every trip to Walt Disney World.

065 of The Disney Exchange Podcast - Disney Soup ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Things you are looking for the most at Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival this year.

066 of The Disney Exchange Podcast - Planning a Solo Trip to Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : If you had $1000 extra to spend at Walt Disney World, what would you spend it on?

067 of The Disney Exchange Podcast - Table Service on the Disney Dining Plan at the Resorts
; Wheel of Distiny topic : What mode of Transportation is your favorite to get to the Magic Kingdom?

068 The Disney Exchange - Eating on a Budget at Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Have you ever encountered someone famous at a Disney Park? 

069 The Disney Exchange - Stage Shows at Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : What other FastPass changes would you like to see implemented?

070 The Disney Exchange - Best Disney Dining Day ; Wheel of Distiny topic : What is a good restaurant at Walt Disney World for an Anniversary Dinner under $60?

071 The Disney Exchange - Things You Don’t Have to do at Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : What is the most expensive souvenir you’ve ever bought at Walt Disney World?

072 The Disney Exchange - Quick Service at the Parks on the Disney Dining Plan ; Wheel of Distiny topic : If you could be a cast member at any attraction in Walt Disney World, which one would it be, and why?


073 The Disney Exchange - Four Parks in One Day ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Steak Restaurant at Walt Disney World.

074 The Disney Exchange - Hot Weather Survival Tips ; Wheel of Distiny topic : What is your favorite scene from the Disney animated classic The Little Mermaid?

075 The Disney Exchange - Summer Awakens at Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Who was your first Disney guide and how did they help with your love of Disney?

076 The Disney Exchange - Avoiding Overindulging at Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Do you avoid parks with Extra Magic Hours?

077 The Disney Exchange - Sharing is Caring at Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : What is your favorite background music loop?

078 The Disney Exchange - Favorite Epcot World Showcase Pavilions ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Best restrooms at Walt Disney World

079 The Disney Exchange - Why, I Never! ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Where in a Walt Disney World Park have you taken a nap.

080 The Disney Exchange - Quick Service Breakaway ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite place to people watch at the parks.

081 The Disney Exchange Podcast - We Love the Nightlife ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Our favorite Walt Disney World Cupcake.

082 The Disney Exchange - Patriotism at the Parks ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Have you ever spit any food out at Walt Disney World?

083 The Disney Exchange - Epcot Food & Wine Festival Planning ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Scene from Spaceship Earth.

084 The Disney Exchange - Epcot Food and Wine Kiosks ; Wheel of Distiny topic : What is your favorite Country Bear?

085 The Disney Exchange - Shades of Dave ; Wheel of Distiny topic : What Walt Disney World aspect of experience to you miss most between visits?

086 The Disney Exchange - Worth the Wait ; Wheel of Distiny topic : If you had only one day at Epcot, which Tier 1 FastPass attraction would you choose, Soarin’ or Frozen Ever After?

087 The Disney Exchange - Backstage Tours at Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Who was/is our favorite Spaceship Earth narrator?

088 The Disney Exchange - Breakfast at Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Do you get or have you ever gotten the Disney vacation planning DVDs/Videos?

089 The Disney Exchange - Avoiding Kids on a Disney Cruise ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Which one past attraction would you bring back to Walt Disney World or Disneyland?

090 The Disney Exchange - Moderate Resorts ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Have you been to a Disney first aid station and what was your experience?


091 The Disney Exchange - Mickey's Not So Scary 2016 ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Do you purchase travel insurance?

092 The Disney Exchange - Our Upcoming WDW Trip Plans ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Do you order a new Magic Band for every trip or do you reuse your old ones?

093 The Disney Exchange - Disney Dairy ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite place to watch a sunset at Walt Disney World.

094 The Disney Exchange - Dealing with Crowds in 3D ; Wheel of Distiny topic : What is your favorite TV show that went to Walt Disney World for an episode?

095 The Disney Exchange - Drinking Around World Showcase ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Favorite Scene from The Haunted Mansion

096 The Disney Exchange - WDW, a Hurricane, and Lisa Green ; Wheel of Distiny topic : What is your favorite thing about the recently opened Soarin’ Around the World?

097 The Disney Exchange - WDW, a Hurricane, Nick, and Dave ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Are you familiar with the Marvel character Doctor Strange, and are you looking forward to the upcoming movie?

098 The Disney Exchange - Must Do, Will Do, Never Do ; Wheel of Distiny topic : Where do you suggest a large group, ages ranging from 5 to 69, dine?

099 The Disney Exchange - Table Service Breakaway ; Wheel of Distiny topic : What is your favorite scene or joke on The Jungle Cruise?

100 The Disney Exchange - Ride Vehicle Comfort at Walt Disney World ; Wheel of Distiny topic : What Disney animated movie would you like to see made into a live action movie next?

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5 Underrepresented Disney Movies at Walt Disney World

This week I'm sharing an article from Lisa that is very similar to a topic we just recently discussed over on The Disney Exchange Blog, home of The Disney Exchange Podcast, which Lisa and I co-host along with Dave Hodges. - Nick

By Lisa Green 

This week while listening to my favorite Disney podcasts I heard something hilarious!  That movie about the sisters from Arendelle – you know the one – is now being referred to as “The F-Word”.  When I stopped laughing, I started thinking about the number of places that particular F-word is showing up at Walt Disney World – Don’t worry!  This is NOT another blog post about that situation. (But I did find this entertaining tidbit on Tumblr in case you’re a fan.)  It just got me thinking about the great Disney movies that have been left behind (or forgotten).  ‘Ohana, it seems, does not apply to our favorite Disney classics!
So, as usual, according to me…

Five Disney Movies Underrepresented at Walt Disney World

1. The Jungle Book – We need more Mowgli.  Over in the Animal Kingdom, in a little corner of Asia – couldn’t some small section of the park be spared for ONE Jungle Book attraction?  With the new Jungle Book being released in 2016, this would make even more sense.  Dark water ride!  Can’t you just picture it?  Oh, yeah…fantastic!

2. Alice in Wonderland – There’s the Mad Tea Party, sure, but SO much fantastic potential is wasted!  The Red Queen, Mad Hatter, White Rabbit, Alice – This could really be a fantastic little dark ride or indoor/outdoor kiddie coaster.  Even a cute spinner or something that plays on the “Eat Me” “Drink Me” size change bit.  And Absolem!  Those crazy flowers!

3. Mary Poppins – Getting better, but not quite there yet.  Several nods to Mary Poppins appear in the new DVC villas at the Grand Floridian, but I’d really love to see an attraction completely and fully dedicated to Miss Poppins, Bert, and all the movie’s best moments.  There’s room for another carousel at another park outside of Magic Kingdom.  Hello!  Penguins?

 4. The Incredibles – Zilch, zip, nada.  It’s been completely ignored. This is one of my most favorite Disney movies.  A sequel is reportedly underway!  Why?  Why can we not have some Super action – this movie BEGS to be translated into an E-ticket attraction!  Edna Mode could guide us through the adventures of our favorite Supers and their arch nemesis, Syndrome!

5. The Emperor’s New Groove – I know – most of you just groaned.  But Yzma and Kronk’s antics were the very best part of this flick and they at least deserve a little something.  A kooky, wild ride based on the “wrong lever” sequences?  You KNOW you’d love it.  Oh, and squirrels would have to be included!  Squeak, squeak squeaken squeaker.

Your turn!  Are you thinking Up?  Ratatouille? Brother Bear? Are you mad because Tangled only rated a restroom?  What about Lady and the Tramp?  Talk to me!  What movies do you think have been overlooked at Walt Disney World?

This article was originally posted on Lisa's Living a Disney Life Blog.
She can be found on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/LivingaDisLife and on Twitter at @life_of_green

The Disney Exchange- Episode 34- Pixar Films

By Nick 
 
-The Disney Exchange is David Hodges, Lisa Green, and me, Nicholas Maglio   

-Main Topic: Pixar Films

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-As usual, our lack of prep shows, and there is a question as to why I would need to look so good for an audio podcast.

-We actually launch very quickly into our main topic, almost. Dave tells of the excessive rain Florida has been having this year.

-This week we look at the films of Pixar and talk about our top 3 favorite Pixar movies, followed by least favorite films, and why each of these films are on the list. I say wonderful. A lot. And brilliant too. Here is a hint as to my favorite Pixar film.

The films of Pixar and their release dates, per Wikipedia:

1. Toy Story : November 22, 1995
2. A Bug's Life : November 25, 1998
3. Toy Story 2 : November 24, 1999
4. Monster's Inc. : November 2, 2001
5. Finding Nemo : May 30, 2003
6. The Incredibles : November 5, 2004
7. Cars : June 9, 2006
8. Ratatouille :  June 29, 2007
9. WALL-E : June 27, 2008
10. Up : May 29, 2009
11. Toy Story 3 : June 18, 2010
12. Cars 2 : June 24, 2011
13. Brave : June 22, 2012
14. Monsters University : June 21, 2013
15. Inside Out : June 19, 2015

We then discuss what film we feel deserves to be more represented in Walt Disney World. Here is a hint as to my answer.

Wheel of Distiny topic: The Pixar character we most identify with. Here is a hint as to my choice.

Our you beginning to sense a theme?

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