Author: Mr. Daps
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“D23 Inside Disney” Podcast Releases Special Star-Studded Episode
This newest episode of the D23 Inside Disney podcast has been released and with it comes a star-studded roster of podcast friends. This stellar episode covers the events happening around The Walt Disney Company and also conversation with this collection of friends that include (in alphabetical order): The conversation with the “friends of the pod”…
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Avengers Assemble at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort for “Marvel Season of Super Heroes”
HONG KONG, April 28, 2023 — From now to June 22, 2023, the Avengers will assemble at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort for the “Marvel Season of Super Heroes,” inviting Marvel fans to channel their inner Super Heroes and unleash playful new powers. Guests can explore Tomorrowland, where they can catch the largest lineup of Marvel Super…
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Travel like Indiana Jones with National Geographic Expeditions
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny will be arriving in theaters for Indy’s final adventure on June 30, 2023. For those who want to travel like Indiana Jones, National Geographic Expeditions has seven different adventures that can be experienced. These allow guests to go on global adventures and see these incredible places without all…
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2023 Eat to the Beat Concert Series Lineup Revealed
The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE returns to Walt Disney World Resort on July 27. With the return of this annual festival also comes the Eat to the Beat Concert Series. Today, Disney released the lineup for this year’s concert series. This year’s lineup includes some returning favorites like Sheila…
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Republican Congress Members Look to End No-Fly Zones Over Disney Parks
There are a group of Republican members of Congress looking to end the no-fly zones over Disney Parks. The no-fly zones were instituted in 2003 after the attacks of 9/11. The two no-fly zones were applied to the Disneyland Resort in California and Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. The Federal Aviation Administration restrictions say…
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“So Here’s The Deal,” Says Ursula in New Clip From “The Little Mermaid”
Disney has released a new clip from its upcoming live-action version of The Little Mermaid. In it, fans can get a good look at Melissa McCarthy’s Ursula talking to Halle Bailey’s Ariel in the film. This comes after recent releases of clips for Under the Sea and Kiss the Girl in the last week. This…
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Disney to Release Single App Experience for Those With Both Disney+ and Hulu
On an earnings call Disney CEO Bob Iger revealed that before the end of the year subscribers to both Disney+ and Hulu will be able to utilize a single app to experience both streaming services. This one app experience will be found on the Disney+ app. It comes as Disney continues to provide a better…
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Disney CEO Bob Iger Speaks Out on Florida Feud Calling it “A Matter of Retaliation”
During an earnings call today, Disney CEO Bob Iger was asked about the ongoing feud between Disney and the state of Florida led by Governor Ron DeSantis. His response was strong and straightforward. In it, he stated Disney’s position and how he also saw Florida’s. In Iger’s opinion, it all comes down to retaliation. “Regarding…
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The Walt Disney Company Reports Second Quarter and Six Months Earnings for Fiscal 2023
BURBANK, Calif.–The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) today reported earnings for its second quarter ended April 1, 2023. “We’re pleased with our accomplishments this quarter, including the improved financial performance of our streaming business, which reflect the strategic changes we’ve been making throughout the company to realign Disney for sustained growth and success,” said Robert…
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LIVEBLOG: The Walt Disney Company Shares Second Quarter Financial Results
On May 10, 2023, at 4:30 PM ET / 1:30 PM PT The Walt Disney Company discusses their fiscal first quarter 2023 financial results. Follow along as Mr. Daps and the Daps Magic team provide live updates on this financial call here: The earnings call is hosted by Disney CEO Bob Iger. Since returning to…
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Five Can’t-Miss Entertainment Offerings at the Disneyland Resort This Spring
Entertainment is a huge part of any visit to the Disneyland Resort. It adds magic to the visit in a way in a unique way that is immersive, powerful, and often moving. This spring, there are plenty of different entertainment offerings that should not be missed for guests heading to The Happiest Place on Earth!…
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Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Hires New Administrator to Oversee Area Around Walt Disney World
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District has voted to hire a new administrator. With the hiring of the new administrator also comes a 14% raise for the position from the position’s predecessor. Glen Gilzean Jr. has been tasked with being the new administrator for the former Reedy Creek District. He will be paid $400,000 per…
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“Avengers: Power the Night” Returning to Skies Above Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris in September
The popular nighttime show Avengers: Power the Night is returning to Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris on September 1, 2023. The show, which utilizes as many as 500 drones and special effects, will continue to light up the night through November 5, 2023. This drone show will be shown lately and help launch…
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Grammy-Nominated Singer Halle Bailey Makes Dreams Come True for Two Aspiring Filmmakers at Disney’s Live-Action ‘The Little Mermaid’ World Premiere
Two high school students had their dreams come true Monday night when they hit the Hollywood blue carpet with actress Halle Bailey for the world premiere of the live-action remake of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid.” Bailey, who plays the lead role of Ariel in the movie, invited the two teens – Dylan Jones of Atlanta, GA, and Madison…
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Clyde’s Hot Chicken Now Open in Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort
Clyde’s Hot Chicken is now open in Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort. This new stand in Downtown Disney focuses solely on Nashville hot chicken which it offers in three heat levels of seasoning. The new location can be found near the Monorail station. The menu for Clyde’s Hot Chicken includes a couple of different…
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The Muppetverse – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #659
Welcome to a very Muppet-centric episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week the Geeks are spending a lot of time talking about The Muppets Mayhem, Mr. Daps’ interview with The Electric Mayhem, and also ideas for the Muppetverse. Before getting into some pretty in-depth Muppet conversation, the Geeks talk about Mantis arriving at Avengers Campus and…
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“Under the Sea” Song Clip Released From Live-Action “The Little Mermaid”
Disney has released a look at the song Under the Sea from the upcoming live-action version of The Little Mermaid. The clip gives a look at how Daveed Diggs sings Sebastian’s big song in the film. He sings it to Halle Bailey’s Ariel. Initially, the clip was released through Entertainment Tonight’s social media before being…
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Amazon Exclusive Funko Pop! Train: Disney 100 – Darth Vader on Tie Fighter Now Available for Pre-Order
An Amazon-exclusive Funko Pop! that is part of a train that has Darth Vader on a Tie Fighter is now available for pre-order. This marks the third Funko Pop! that is a part of this train. The engine has Walt Disney and the first car has Mickey Mouse as Steamboat Willie. The collection is part…
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Central Florida Tourism Oversight District to Appoint DeSantis Ally as Administrator and Create Enforcement Code for Enforcement of Penalties
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD) is continuing to make its mark on the former Reedy Creek Improvement District. This happens under the backdrop of two lawsuits and legislation that will give the district and state of Florida more control over the district. During its next meeting on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, the board…
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Fiesta Village Opens as Ghost Town Alive!, Knott’s Summer Nights, and Knott’s Soak City Return to Knott’s Berry Farm This Summer!
Knott’s Berry Farm will be an exciting place to be this summer. Today, Knott’s announced the return of Ghost Town Alive and also the opening of the reimagined Fiesta Village. Guests visiting Fiesta Village will get to experience the enhanced theming, beautiful décor, authentic food, immersive entertainment, thrilling rides and more. The Summer Nights festivities…
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President Biden Hosts a Screening of “American Born Chinese” in Celebration of AANHPI Heritage Month
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 9, 2023) – Last night, President Biden hosted a special screening of the highly anticipated Disney+ Original series “American Born Chinese,” as part of the largest Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month celebration at the White House, in partnership with TAAF (The Asian American Foundation). The series from Disney Branded Television…
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New Restaurant Coming to Japan Pavilion at EPCOT
A new restaurant was announced by Disney today for the Japan Pavilion at EPCOT. This new table service restaurant called Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya will be opening this summer. It will offer a festive dining experience in a sharable Izakaya-style. Disney shared about the new dining experience coming to Walt Disney World earlier today. Read specifics…
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“The Muppets Mayhem” Could Kick Off A “Muppetverse”
The Muppets Mayhem arrives on Disney+ on May 10, 2023. Ahead of the arrival of this new series focused on The Electric Mayhem, once the house band for The Muppet Show, the band and the show creators are making the rounds and talking about the show. This included an interview with Daps Magic (seen below).…
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Disney Screens Marvel Studios’ ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ for Navy Sailors and Other Military Service Members
In collaboration with the Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC), The Walt Disney Company surprised thousands of sailors, as well as other military service members, with special advance screenings of Marvel Studios’ Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 last week. These screenings are a part of the Navy’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) entertainment program, which brings entertainment…