Author: Mr. Daps
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New Collectible Medallions Arrive at Disneyland for USA’s 250th Anniversary
On July 4, 2026, the United States of America will be celebrating its 250th anniversary. Disney is joining in the Semiquincentennial fun with its Disney Celebrates America initiative. This includes a 24-hour program, the arrival of Soarin’ Across America, and several other patriotic offerings. This includes food and merchandise. A new merchandise in the form…
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A Father’s Day Walk Down Memory Lane at Disneyland! ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 22
Happy Father’s Day! In this special episode of Photoniks, hosts Mr. Daps and Clocky are joined by a very special guest—Mr. Daps’ own father, Chaz from Chaz Stories! To celebrate, Chaz brings a treasure trove of vintage Disneyland photos dating back nearly 50 years to his honeymoon in June 1979. Together, the trio takes a…
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Reopening Date Revealed for Disneyland’s Pirates of the Caribbean
Pirates of the Caribbean is an incredibly popular ride at Disneyland. At the beginning of May, it closed for a scheduled refurbishment. It did not have a reopening date. As the refurbishment has continued, fans have eagerly awaited the reopening of this attraction. When this would be was still unknown, though. This has changed, however.…
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‘Toy Story 5’ Soundtrack Now Streaming
Toy Story 5 arrives in theaters this weekend, and the soundtrack has arrived on streaming services. The score, written by Randy Newman, is now available on major streaming services like Apple, Spotify, and Amazon Music. It also includes the new song, I Knew It, I Knew You, by Taylor Swift. The soundtrack has 27 tracks…
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The Rocketeer | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 19, 1991
On this day in 1991, ‘The Rocketeer’ premiered at the newly renovated El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood. Modeled after 1930s pulp fiction comics, ‘The Rocketeer’ follows Cliff Secord, a pilot who discovers a rocket pack that allows him to perform high-flying heroics. The El Capitan’s grand re-opening for this film marked the completion of a…
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GUIDE: Toy Story 5 Experiences Found Around the World
Toy Story 5 has finally arrived! This fifth chapter in the Toy Story franchise officially opens this weekend. With the arrival of this film, there are plenty of experiences to be had that relate to it around the globe. These are thanks to Disney Experiences and can be found in parks and resorts around the…
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New Experiences Heading to Disney’s BoardWalk
Disney’s BoardWalk will soon have some new experiences for Disney guests of all ages to enjoy. This location is known for its timeless charm, lively atmosphere, and a diverse mix of dining, shopping, and nightlife. This is a place inspired by turn-of-the-century coastal boardwalks like those in Atlantic City and Coney Island. Disney guests love…
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Happy Ice to Open in Downtown Disney District on Juneteenth
For those who have been watching social media recently, it comes as no surprise that Happy Ice is coming to the Disneyland Resort in the Downtown Disney District. In a post on social media, it was revealed that a new cart will be opening this month. Today, it was revealed that Happy Ice will be…
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Hexed Trailer, Pride Nite – GEEKS CORNER #820
Welcome to another exciting episode of Geeks Corner! This week, Mr. Daps and Caitie Bear return to the studio to chat about Disneyland After Dark events, look ahead to upcoming Disney animation and sci-fi trailers, and face off in a brutal round of Disney “This or That.” Here is what is in this week’s episode:…
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Disney Gives a Look Behind-the-Scenes at Repainting of Cinderella Castle
It isn’t hyperbole to say that Walt Disney World’s Cinderella Castle is one of the most iconic buildings in the world. It is also one of the most photographed. That being said, fans have a lot of opinions about how it looks. Last year, at Destination D23, it was announced that it would be getting…
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Father’s Legacies Honored by Disney Ahead of Father’s Day
There are some incredible cast member stories to be found in the Disney parks around the globe. As Father’s Day nears, Disney has shared just a few of these from Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, and the Disney Cruise Line. It shows how the legacies of several fathers continue on in The Walt Disney…
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Luca | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 18, 2021
On this day in 2021, Disney and Pixar’s ‘Luca’ was released on Disney+ during the COVID-19 pandemic. The coming-of-age story explores themes of friendship, feeling different, and finding acceptance. Young sea monsters Luca and Alberto experience an unforgettable summer on the Italian Riviera of the 1950s. Director Enrico Casarosa was inspired by his childhood in…
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Final Season of ‘The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder’ Arriving on Disney+ in July
Disney has announced that the fourth and final season of The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder will be arriving on Disney+ in July. It will premiere on Wednesday, July 29. This is just ahead of the beloved series’ 25th anniversary. Disney also announced that an all-new stop-motion holiday special, A Proud Family Wizmas, will debut…
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‘Lilo & Stitch’ Actress Daveigh Chase Passes Away at 35
Daveigh Chase was the voice of Lilo in Lilo & Stitch. This was her big break in Hollywood. Her boyfriend has confirmed that she passed away on Tuesday at the age of 35. This came after being diagnosed with meningitis and ultimately septic issues that led her body to shut down, resulting in death. She…
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Full Eat to the Beat Concert Lineup Announced
The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is returning on August 27, 2026. It will continue through November 21st. One of the highlights of the Food & Wine Festival is the Eat to the Beat Concert Series at the American Gardens Theatre stage. This year, new headliners include Lauren Alaina, Fitz and The Tantrums, and Grace…
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Disney Shares First Look at The Wetlands at Disney Lakeshore Lodge
Work continues on Disney Lakeshore Lodge. This beautiful new nature-inspired resort is set to open in the late summer of 2027. Leading up to this exciting time, Disney is sharing information about this new destination on the south shores of Bay Lake. Today, Disney shared about a sweeping outdoor recreation area that will be found…
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Installation Begins at Disneyland Paris for New Scenes in Rivers of the Far West
New scenes are coming to the Rivers of the Far West at Disneyland Paris! Soon, when guests embark from Thunder Mesa Riverboat Landing aboard the Molly Brown, they will discover four of these new scenes on the shores of the Rivers of the Far West. Disneyland Paris has shared that these four new scenes will…
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Newest ‘Imagineer That!’ Explores Question About Flipping Roller Coaster
A new episode of Imagineer That! has arrived on YouTube, courtesy of Walt Disney Imagineering. The newest episode sees Tom Morrow 2.0 exploring the question: “How does everything stay in a roller coaster when it goes upside down?” This question comes after the recent opening of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. In a…
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Terry Gilkyson | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 17, 1916
On this day in 1916, musician and composer Terry Gilkyson was born. He wrote the Academy Award-nominated song “The Bare Necessities” for ‘The Jungle Book’ and many other classic Disney songs. For The Jungle Book, he was ultimately replaced by the Sherman Brothers. However, this song remained in the film and is a beloved Disney…
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GUIDE: Disney+, Hulu, & ESPN in July 2026
The Walt Disney Company continues to invest in its streaming services. On all three of its streaming platforms, new content is being released regularly. From series to movies, to specials, to live events, Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN have become serious competitors in the streaming wars. This competition continues to get stronger as Disney adds more…
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New Trailer for ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Takes Enterprise Crew Closer to Original Series
A new trailer has been released for the fourth season of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. This comes ahead of the season’s arrival on Paramount+ on July 23, 2026. The season will include 10 episodes. It will also continue to move the current crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise under the command of Captain Pike closer…
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Disney Announces New Full-Length Christmas Special ‘Mickey’s Home Alone’
A new Christmas special will be coming to Disney Jr. and Disney+ this holiday season. Called Mickey’s Home Alone, this new full-length Christmas special will debut during this upcoming holiday season. It appears that the special draws inspiration from a film with a similar name. It will include original songs Ho-Ho-Home for Christmas and Favorite…
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Opening Date Revealed for Level99 at Disney Springs
Since it was announced, fans have eagerly awaited the opening of Level99 at Disney Springs. This new Walt Disney World Resort experience will allow guests to experience 60+ life‑sized mini‑games and real-world challenges. Today, it was revealed that Level99 will be opening on June 29, 2026. Along with sharing the opening date for Level99, they also…
