Epic Universe Should Disney Be Worried

Episode #390 This week on the show; Jeremy Stein from the Main Street Magic Podcast drops in the Crush Studio to tell you about the Main Street 16 Challenge Weekend. The Main Street 16 weekend benefits the Dream Team Project, an initiative founded by Lou Mongello of WDW Radio. This project collaborates with the Make-A-Wish Foundation to grant Disney-related wishes to children with life-threating medical conditions, providing them and their families with memorable experiences at Walt Disney World. Before Jeremy joins Dave and Toni-Ann they have some Walt Disney World news, a missed connection, and some shenanigans. May 15th - May 18th, 2025 in Walt Disney World, you can visit, www.mainstreet16.com to participate or Donate. www.thedisneycrush.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush         

Episode #389 A number of rides and attractions seem out of place in their park settings and may be more effectively utilized elsewhere. Dave and Toni-Ann, along with some of their listeners, provide their thoughts on where Disney should have placed them.  www.thedisneycrush.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

Episode #388 Must-dos in Walt Disney World, do you have any? We asked you, and you responded with some things that you strive to do while visiting the parks.  www.thedisneycrush.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

Episode #387 Epic Universe is on the agenda for this week's show. Tune in to discover Dave and Toni-Ann's insights on the potential impact of Epic Universe on Walt Disney World. Meanwhile, Disney has introduced numerous new rides, attractions, refurbishments, and dining options across it's parks during Epic Universe's construction. Can Disney maintain its competitive edge in light of Epic Universe's emergence?   www.thedisneycrush.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

Episode #386 To our listeners, we posed this question: What service or establishment do you miss that hasn't returned to Walt Disney World since the "Great Unpleasantness"? We hear from them along with some news, housekeeping, The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Facebook, and more, all this week on the show. www.thedisneycrush.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

On Episode #385 The Golden Girls visit Walt Disney World, and as they reflect on their experiences, we find out who was part of the group, their most treasured memories, things they didn't get to do, and first-time experiences. The trip was filled with plenty of food, laughter, and getting to know one another. www.thedisneycrush.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

Episode #384 Our show this week highlights Disney collectibles. We asked our listeners about their collections and they shared with us their Disney pins, popcorn buckets, and more. We'll also be discussing some news, listening to a couple of songs by Michael, and briefly diverging from the topic, but that part will be featured in an upcoming show available exclusively on Patreon.  www.thedisneycrush.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush    

Episode #383 Disney's Moana 2 spoiler alert! Dave reviews Moana 2, which was just released on Disney+ Snow White comes out this weekend, and Oswald the lucky rabbit is getting a TV series directed by Jon Favreau. The good, the bad, and the ugly of Facebook never disappoints! BING! I know this sounds crazy, but we go off the rails several times during the recording. Michael's Minute is back, and he had a lot to talk about this week, so we had to call Dad. Toni-Ann shares her wish list for Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival, and Dave and Toni-Ann are returning to the Disney parks this weekend, so we share an update on that.  www.thedisneycrush.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

Episode#382 This week the spotlight beams on Disneyland Paris, with special quest Kathleen Pantaleo who shares her magical adventures and unforgettable experiences from her recent trip to Disneyland Paris. www.thedisneycrush.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

Episode #381 We posed two questions to you this week. One was a hypothetical scenario: if all the rides at the Disney parks broke down, which park would you visit? The other question was designed to help us get to know you better: what hobbies do you enjoy besides Disney? Recording this show was really fun, thanks to your responses. Join us on Facebook at: Friends of the Disney Crush   www.thedisneycrush.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush