Rain, Rain, Go Away! - Episode 181 of The Disney Exchange Podcast

The Disney Exchange is Lisa, Dave, and me, Nick
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We share Disney news before Lisa goes on to discuss her recent trip to Walt Disney World trip, where she had to contend with rain, rain, and more rain. She shares suggestions for dealing with soggy situations.

She loved Biergarten, at Epcot's German Pavilion. I knew she would. She also loved The Edison in Disney Springs.

She also shares some mediocre and even some not so wonderful aspects of the trip.

The Wheel of Distiny topic this week: Do you pre-order movie tickets?  

Bonus: A short spoiler free review of Solo from Lisa!

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Liberty Square at Walt Disney World - Episode 180 of The Disney Exchange Podcast

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Lisa is visiting Walt Disney World, so it's just Dave and me this week. Sorry to all 3 of you Lisa fans.-WINK-WINK (miss you Lisa!)

Have you heard about Alberto?

Dave and I talk about Liberty Square at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom.  

The Wheel of Distiny topic this week: Did you get your tickets for Incredibles 2 yet?

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Deluxe Resorts - Episode 175 of the Disney Exchange

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Well, it was bound to happen. We have our first 3 star review on iTunes.

Ironically, the less than favorable review is for Episode 171, where we are criticized for reviewing all of the Value Resorts, despite, as we are accused of, not staying at them all, which is an inaccurate statement. Between the 3 of us, we have stayed at every All Star, Pop, Art of Animation, and even a Cabin at Fort Wilderness. Maybe they were upset we never camped out at FW?
BTW, it's you're, as in you are, and not the possessive "your."

This week, we are discussing Deluxe Resorts, and, full disclosure, we have NOT all stayed at every one of these.

• Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
• Disney's Beach Club Resort
• Disney's BoardWalk Inn
• Disney's Contemporary Resort
• Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
• Disney's Polynesian Village Resort 

• Disney's Wilderness Lodge
• Disney's Yacht Club Resort

The Wheel of Distiny Topic this week : Deadpool 2 is coming out next month. Excited, or no interest?

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If you would be so kind as to leave us a, and please read this next part carefully, 5 star review on any of the social media sites, such as Facebook or iTunes, we’d really appreciate it. Thank you!

And remember, as Thumper's mom advised the young bunny, If you can't say something nice, don't say nothin' at all.

Adventureland - Episode 174 of The Disney Exchange Podcast

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Lisa updates us on her son Joseph's Disney College Program experience and Dave tells us Ratatouille construction at Epcot's France Pavilion.  

Our main topic this week is an in depth look at Walt Disney World's Adventureland in the Magic Kingdom.

The Wheel of Distiny Topic this week : What is the latest time you have ever gotten to a Disney Resort at the start of your vacation? 

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Moderate Resorts at Walt Disney World - Episode 173 of The Disney Exchange Podcast

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Did you miss me? I'm back! 

We are discussing Moderate Resorts this week.

Listener Poll: how do you pronounce Caribbean? And while we are at it, what is the correct pronunciation of Pecan.

• Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort.
• Disney's Coronado Springs Resort. 

• The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort.
• Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside.
• Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter. 

The Wheel of Distiny Topic this week : Have you ever been to Walt Disney World during Spring Break?

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Value Resort Pros and Cons - Episode 171 of The Disney Exchange Podcast

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We start off briefly touching on Disney's announcement that they would be charging for parking at Walt Disney World Resorts. This is covered more in depth on Episode 170.

Our main topic this week talks about the Pros and Cons of WDW's Value Resorts, which are listed as:

• Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
• Disney's All-Star Music Resort
• Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
• Disney's Art of Animation Resort
• Disney's Pop Century Resort
• The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

We talk about dining options, pools, transportation to parks, etc.

The Wheel of Distiny Topic : Have you seen the newest Avengers Infinity War preview? This question leads to discussion of the possibility that the preview contains many spoilers, as well as the various Marvel movies leading up to what is doubtless going to be a blockbuster.

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Time to Pay the Parking : Episode 170 of The DIsney Exchange Podcast

The Disney Exchange is Lisa, Dave, and me, Nick 

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Lisa is not happy about The Citrus Swirl being removed from Sunshine Tree Terrace. But the day after recording, it was announced that it would be returning due to popular demand.

Speaking of announcements from Disney.,. but that will be coming up later in the show.

The main topic is an in depth look at Main Street at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World.
We go through each of the shops, attractions, and restaurants.

Okay, let's address the Elephant in the room.

The Wheel of Distiny topic this week: Disney announced guests will now pay for parking at Walt Disney World Resorts. Thoughts? Aaaaaaaaand, go.

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Lisa is a Princess - Episode 168 of The Disney Exchange Podcast

The Disney Exchange is Lisa, Dave, and me Nick

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Lisa is waaay excited about the 2019 Disney Cruise Line Itineraries!
https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/featured/2019-itineraries/  

There is a new hotel coming to Walt Disney World! Does it look like an office building to you, like it does to Dave?

My wife and I got more DVC points recently and I share the experience.

Lisa shares her recent Princess Half Marathon Weekend experiences, including dining, meeting Heather Fraser Brainerd, seeing her son Joseph's Cast Member lodgings, and marathon fun!

Alcohol as a meal?

The Wheel of Distiny topic this week was contributed by listener Gaylin : What kids ride do you love (or ride that is perceived to be for kids).

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Dave Wants his DVC - 167 of The Disney Exchange Podcast

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We start off talking about changes coming to Be Our Guest restaurant at Walt Disney World.

Our main topic is a discussion of Disney's Vacation Club, aka DVC, The 3 of us talk about price changes, resale pros and cons, value vs. cost, etc.

The Wheel of Distiny topic was contributed by from listener Christine: If you were a pet friendly theme park what pet friendly attractions would you open? 
 
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Looking Forward to Food at WDW - Epsisode 165 of the Disney Exchange Podcast

The Disney Exchange is Lisa, Dave, and me, the Talent, Nick 

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Another whiz-bang episode recorded early because of my schedule.

Disney's Hollywood Studios is staying the same for the forseeable future. Yay!

Dave quotes a tabloid. Fake news.

Thank you listener Allison for this week's show topic: Most anticipated new restaurant or food at Walt Disney World.

Not surprisingly a lot of our choices were located in Disney Springs. Speaking of Disney Springs...

Photo: Lisa

...The Wheel of Distiny topic this week was from listener Andrew: What would you do with 5 hours at Disney Springs?

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Lisa Drops Her Son Off at Walt Disney World -164 of The Disney Exchange Podcast

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Have you heard the rumor about what they want to call Disney's Hollywood Studios?
Cinnamon Toast Crunch.
No?
Oh, Disney Cinemagine?
I prefer Cinnamon Toast Crunch.
What is your opinion?
Please let us know on social media. You can find the links below.

Lisa shares the highlights and lowlights of her recent trip to Walt Disney World, when she dropped her son off for his stint in the Disney College Program.

Megan, Raymond, Joseph, and Lisa

Our mascot, Flash.

The Wheel of Distiny topic this week: Have you seen the Lego Cinderella Castle, and would you consider buying it?

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Please stop back next week for Lisa's trip recap!

Bay Lake Tower Weekend - Episode 162 of The Disney Exchange

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This week we discuss my recent long weekend at Walt Disney World. My wife and I stayed at Bay Lake Tower for the first time (hence the title of this episode), and LOVED it! 

I discuss the Epcot Festival of the Arts, relaxing, great food, booze, and more!

And we met several, (ok, a bunch) (ok, a few) of our listeners, plus old friends, new experiences, and that was wonderful too!

The Wheel of Distiny topic: In case you were not Nick'd out by the trip recap, the "random" wheel question this week also focuses on moi! Where should I have dinner at Walt Disney World on my 50th birthday in August?

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Nick's December WDW Trip Recap - Episode 158 of The Disney Exchange Podcast

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This week's show is about, well, I think the title above tells it all. My wife, Barbie and I spent 12/15-12/20 at Walt Disney World, and I give a trip report, er, recap, of this too short, or too long (depending on how you feel about crowds at the parks) vacation!

Lisa eats too many cookies. Waaay too many cookies.

The Wheel of Distiny topic this week : Did you see Star Wars : The Last Jedi, and what did you think of it if you did? This is completely spoiler free, but we will be coming out with a bonus episode that will discuss the entire movie, so please look for that to come out soon! 

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Nick's Plan's for Walt Disney World - Episode 157 of The Disney Exchange Podcast

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Dave seems perturbed that lately there hasn't been enough photos of me in the show notes, so:

We thank listener Kelly for her wonderful iTunes review! These mean a lot to us!

We discuss Flight's of Wonder is being converted into an Up themed show, as well as the closure of Stitch's Great  Escape.

The main topic is the plans for my upcoming Walt Disney World trip, actually, as the show comes out, we are there!

Lisa and Dave are very helpful in solidifying my plans, so a big thank you to my cohosts!
The Wheel of Distiny topic this week is from Gaylin: What character have you never had a photo with but want to most?

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I am Batman 

Wastes of Money at Walt Disney World? - Ep. 156 of The Disney Exchange

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Let's just get this out of the way. Dave really kicked things up a notch for our 3rd Anniversary episode.

We start off talking about plans for the Guardians of the Galaxy attraction coming to Epcot:
 http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/12/breaking-new-details-revealed-guardians-galaxy-ride-epcot-coaster-will-not-feature-inversions/

This week we are discussing this article, which says some of our favorite things at Walt Disney World are a waste of money. Needless to say we disagree with several of them.

The Wheel of Distiny Topic this week is from listener Beth: Have you experienced the Holiday Christmas Tree Trail at Disney Springs? 
 

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Looking Forward to 2018 at Disney Parks

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This week we are looking forward to new experiences at Walt Disney World, and Lisa is excited about her first visit to Disneyland.

We talk about a couple of new establishments we look forward to, such as Ale and Compass at The Yacht Club. 

The Wheel of Distiny Topic this week- Have you seen the newest Pixar release Coco?

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Designing Our Own Disney Park - Episode 154 of The Disney Exchange Podcast

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This week's show was suggested by listener Claire. "If you could open a new park, what 5 rides would you put in there from the existing Disney parks around the world."

I suggest this new park be called Nickland, but I'm quickly shot down. We finally decide on Potatoland. Why Potatoland?  

This Mickey Mouse cartoon is why!

Lisa and Dave go international while I keep it strictly USA, but we feel we came up with a really great mix.

 My #1 choice, Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission : Breakout 

from Disney's California Adventure

The centerpiece of Potatoland? Potatoship Earth of course!

Lisa, me, and Lisa's husband Raymond

The Wheel of Distiny topic this week is also from a listener, Glen. Glen asks what intellectual property is under-represented or not represented at all. After a few ideas we decide this topic deserves it's own episode, so please come back for that soon!

Like Claire and Glen, you can reach out with show suggestions and Wheel of Distiny topics, or just comment on the show, tell me how great I am, or request a listener number on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedisneyexchange  or Twitter: https://twitter.com/disneyexchange  

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