Author: Mr. Daps
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ESPN Held Talks With The NBA, NFL, and MLB About Potential Strategic Partnership
A week after Disney CEO Bob Iger talked about the possibility of bringing a strategic partnership to ESPN, it now appears that early discussions have been had to do just that. CNBC is reporting that ESPN has held early discussions with the NBA, NFL, and MLB about a potential strategic partnership. Disney CEO Bob Iger…
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The Timeline of Indiana Jones
With the arrival of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny in theaters, fans are getting to see the last chapter in the life of Indiana Jones on the big screen. However, anyone who has seen this film also knows that an earlier chapter is shown within the movie as well. This isn’t the first…
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UPDATE: CHOC Walk Pickle Milkshake Challenge
Last week on GEEKS CORNER, the CHOC Walk Pickle Milkshake Challenge came into being. The premise behind this challenge is that if both Mr. Daps and Caitie Bear raise $250 each, they would make and then eat Pickle Milkshakes utilizing the pickles that they made on a previous episode. One pickle flavor is spicy and…
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GEEK EATS: Cobb Salad Recipe from The Hollywood Brown Derby
The Cobb Salad at The Hollywood Brown Derby is an iconic salad and recipe that came from Bob Cobb, owner of the historic Brown Derby in California. This is a classic dish that visitors to Disney’s Hollywood Studios enjoy when visiting The Hollywood Brown Derby. It also is a great summer dish that can be…
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“Toy Story” Returns to Theaters as Disney Celebrates 100th Anniversary
Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story has returned to theaters for a limited run as a part of the Disney100 celebration. The beloved movie is one of many that is being shown during the 100th-anniversary celebration of The Walt Disney Company. The company is highlighting some of the best stories that were told during its history.…
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Official Trailer for “The Marvels” Has Carol Danvers, Monica Rambeau, and Kamala Khan Taking Flight
The official trailer for Marvel Studios’ The Marvel has been released. In it, Carol Danvers, Monica Rambeau, and Kamala Khan are all taking flight. In fact, Captain Marvel, Ms. Marvel and Captain Monica Rambeau all go HIGHER. FURTHER. FASTER. TOGETHER. The film will be in theaters on November 10, 2023. Check out the trailer below:…
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Marvel Studios’ “Secret Invasion” Episodes Heading to Hulu
Episodes of Secret Invasion will soon be available on Hulu. With the episodes initially streaming on Disney+, three episodes will be streamed on Hulu for a limited run. The first three episodes of the series will be airing on Hulu from July 21 through August 17th. The arrival of these first three episodes will come…
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Countdown to CHOC Walk – What to Know With One Month to Go!
In one month thousands of supporters of Children’s Hospital of Orange County will be walking through the parks at the Disneyland Resort for the return of the CHOC Walk in the Parks. This annual tradition had been celebrated in different ways the last couple of years as the world adapted to the impacts of the…
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shopDisney Offers Sitewide Free Shipping TODAY
Today only shopDisney has announced that it will be offering free shipping sitewide on shopDisney.com. This is a great time to check out all of the recent releases on shopDisney. The offer is available with the promo code: FREESHIP There are plenty of new items to be found on shopDisney, including some new merchandise from…
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Disneyland Paris Celebrates First Anniversary of Avengers Campus
It’s hard to believe it but Disneyland Paris’ version of Avengers Campus has been open for a year now. This is the second iteration of the land, the first being at the Disneyland Resort in Disney California Adventure. Since the land opened last year, fans have come to love this land, the heroes found in…
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Wholesome Halloween Fun is Had as 100th Anniversary Celebration Kicks Off for Anaheim Halloween Parade
On the last Saturday before every Halloween in Anaheim, the Anaheim Halloween Parade can be experienced in Anaheim. This parade and the accompanying Anaheim Fall Festival are kicking off their 100th anniversary celebrations starting this year. The Anaheim Fall Festival will be celebrating its 100th anniversary this Halloween followed by the centennial celebration next year…
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A Birthday and a World Premiere – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #669
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week there is a lot of ground to cover including an update to the CHOC Walk Pickle Milkshake Challenge, Disneyland’s Birthday, Bob Iger’s contract extension, the world premiere of Haunted Mansion, San Fransokyo Square’s official opening date, and also Queenie and the Jambalaya Jazz Band performing on the Rivers of…
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D23 Gold Member Advanced Screenings Announced for “Haunted Mansion”
Special D23 Gold Member advanced screenings for Haunted Mansion have been announced ahead of the movie’s arrival in theaters on July 28, 2023. The screenings will be held in multiple cities across the countries on July 25, 2023. They will be offered in the following cities: Tickets for the D23 Gold Member Advanced Screenings of…
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20th Century Studios Debuts Chilling ‘A Haunting in Venice’ Trailer
20th Century Studios released a chilling trailer for A Haunting in Venice, an unsettling supernatural thriller directed by Oscar® winner Kenneth Branagh, based upon the novel Hallowe’en Party by Agatha Christie. The film, which stars Branagh as famed detective Hercule Poirot and features a brilliant acting ensemble portraying a cast of unforgettable characters—including Kyle Allen, Camille Cottin, Jamie Dornan,…
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“Elemental” Continues to Chug Away at the Box Office
Disney and Pixar’s Elemental continues to chug away at the box office. After a slow start, the movie continues to move forward at the box office and show that it has staying power. It’s first weekend brought in just $29.6 million. However, over the weekend Elemental passed the $300 millino mark at the global box…
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GEEK EATS: Pineapple Cupcake Inspired by DOLE Whip Recipe – Disney’s Contemporary Resort
With Dole Whip Day just around the corner Disney has shared a recipe for a Pineapple Cupcake Inspired by DOLE Whip. This recipe was converted down from the recipe used at the Contempo Café at Disney’s Contemporary Resort for larger batches. Disney chefs create culinary magic for this pineapple mousse-filled cupcake topped with pineapple buttercream…
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Stern Characters for Disney Treasure Revealed
A fun tradition that has been created for the ships of the Disney Cruise Line is the creation of scenes on the stern of the ships. These scenes not only include the ship’s name, but also a sculpture of a character or characters painting the name on the stern. This tradition is continuing with the…
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Alexia Quadrani Promoted To Executive Vice President, Investor Relations For The Walt Disney Company
BURBANK, Calif., July 18, 2023 – The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) today announced that Alexia Quadrani has been promoted to the role of Executive Vice President, Investor Relations for the company. Quadrani most recently served as Disney’s Senior Vice President, Investor Relations. Quadrani will continue to serve as Disney’s primary information liaison to the…
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A New Trailer for Disney’s ‘Haunted Mansion’ Materializes
Today, Walt Disney Studios released a new trailer for the frighteningly fun adventure Haunted Mansion. Directed by Justin Simien, the film will open in theaters on Friday, July 28. Haunted Mansion features an all-star cast ensemble cast that includes LaKeith Stanfield, Tiffany Haddish, Owen Wilson, Danny DeVito, Rosario Dawson, Chase W. Dillon, and Daniel Levy, with Jamie…
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Queenie and the Jambalaya Jazz Band to Set Sail on River Barge to Make Evenings Even More Magical on the Rivers of America
The Jambalaya Jazz is returning to the Rivers of America and will be joined by Queenie as they provide magical entertainment in the evenings at Disneyland. The group will be performing nightly on a barge for guests along the Rivers of America starting on Friday, July 21, 2023. As they float on a specially themed…
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Disney Junior & Friends Playdate Coming to Disneyland Resort in August
Fans of Disney Junior and the many friends found on it will want to be at the Disneyland Resort, specifically Disney California Adventure, on August 19th and August 20th for the Disney Junior & Friends Playdate. Details about this event were released on the Disney Parks Blog earlier today. Check out the specifics below: Book…
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“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” Heading to Disney+ on August 2
The third and final movie in the Guardians of the Galaxy will soon be making its way to Disney+. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 will be arriving on Disney’s streaming service on August 2, 2023. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Official Description In Marvel Studios’ “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” our beloved…
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Alice in Wonderland and Friends Have Two Mad Tea Parties on Disneyland’s Birthday
Alice in Wonderland, Mad Hatter, Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, and the White Rabbit made a rare joint appearance at Disneyland on July 17, 2023. This date also happened to be the anniversary of The Happiest Place on Earth. The group made their way out into Fantasyland together in the morning before Disneyland’s anniversary cavalcade…
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Disney Releases Lineup of What is Coming to Disney+ in August 2023
August 2023 is a month that Star Wars fans with Disney+ subscriptions have been anticipating for a very long time. This is the month that Ahsoka will be arriving on Disney’s streaming service. However, this is not the only title that will be arriving on Disney+ in August 2023. Disney has released the full lineup…