Author: Mr. Daps
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Walt Disney’s Wonderful World of Color | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 24, 1961
On this day in 1961, ‘Walt Disney’s Wonderful World of Color’ premiered on NBC. The network move allowed Disney to produce the series in full color, since only NBC broadcast in color then. Walt Disney introduced “An Adventure in Color” and “Donald in Mathmagicland” for the first airing. The pompous yet lovable scholar, Professor Ludwig…
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Future Disney Consumer Products Structure and Leadership Specifics Revealed by Disney
On October 4, 2026, Disney Consumer Products will be moved from the Disney Experiences segment to Disney Entertainment. This is one of several changes that have been implemented since Josh D’Amaro became the CEO of The Walt Disney Company earlier this year. With the restructuring of Disney Consumer Products comes some changes in leadership as…
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Netflix Announces Two New Seasons of ‘Chef’s Table’
Two new seasons of the popular Netflix series Chef’s Table have been announced. These two new seasons will once again delight viewers and culinary enthusiasts with two new focal points: Chef’s Table: Icons and Chef’s Table: Desserts. The announcement of these two seasons was not accompanied by a revelation of which chefs will be featured…
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‘KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS’ Coming to Disney+ in October
A film from the GRAMMY-nominated, record-breaking global girl group KATSEYE is coming to Disney+ and Hulu. KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS will stream on both Disney+ and Hulu in the United States and Disney+ internationally starting October 16, 2026. The release of KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS on Disney’s streaming services follows a limited theatrical run of the documentary…
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New Menu Revealed for The Turf Club Bar and Grill Ahead of Reopening
The Turf Club Bar and Grill will be reopening on September 30, 2026, at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa. When it reopens, guests can enjoy shareable plates, comforting classics, and spirited sips. The Turf Club Bar and Grill draws on turn-of-the-century Upstate New York and racing culture. Ahead of the reopening of this venue,…
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Lights, Camera, Kitchen: ‘Cars’ at 20
Welcome to the very first episode of Geek Eats! Join hosts Mr. Daps and Sarah as they bring food and fandom together. In this first episode, the two geeks take a deep dive into Pixar’s Cars franchise. This comes as it celebrates its 20th anniversary. They share nostalgic memories of the films and analyze why…
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GEEK EATS: Mr. Daps’ Route 66 High-Octane Pit Stop Potato
The first episode of Geek Eats, a new podcast from Daps Magic, debuts today. For this new podcast, Mr. Daps and Sarah have both created recipes that are inspired by the world of Pixar’s Cars. This comes as the movie and franchise celebrates its 20th anniversary. For this podcast about food and fandom, recipes are…
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Disneyland Flag Raising | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 23, 2001
On this day in 2001, Disneyland hosted a flag-raising ceremony as American flags returned to full staff in the wake of the September 11 attacks. A large crowd gathered in Town Square before the Disneyland Band opened the event with patriotic Sousa marches. Disney CEO Michael Eisner and Disneyland President Cynthia Harriss made remarks celebrating…
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Disney+ Greenlights ‘Darkwing Duck’ Series
Disney+ has greenlit an all-new Darkwing Duck series. It will bring back Drake Mallard as the masked crime fighter Darkwing Duck. This will be a continuation of the series that many remember being included as part of the popular Disney Afternoon. It comes from Sean Tretta (Star Trek: Picard) and Borja Peña Gorostegui (Lost &…
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Disney+ and Hulu Expand Video Podcast Offerings
Video podcasts are available to watch on Disney+ and Hulu. Last year, Disney+ and Hulu unveiled its slate of video podcasts. These offered fans a chance to continue to engage with some of their favorite series after the programs had ended. Video podcasts were revealed for: Each of these podcasts gave fans the chance to…
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Disneyland Resort Updating Security, Rideshare, and Bus Drop-off During East Entry Construction
It is a very exciting time at the Disneyland Resort. There are a lot of different projects currently underway. As announced at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, a new Tomorrowland is on the way for Walt Disney’s original Magic Kingdom. In Disney California Adventure, work is underway on the expansion of Avengers Campus and…
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New RSVLTS Shirts with The Muppets Arrive on Disney Store
Several new shirts from RSVLTS celebrating The Muppets are now found on DisneyStore.com. These shirts celebrate The Muppets in general, the Swedish Chef, and Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem. All three of these shirts are exclusive to the Disney Store. They will also most likely end up selling out. Below are the specifics for…
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VIDEO: A Walk Through All 5 Scare Zones at Knott’s Scary Farm
Knott’s Scary Farm is back! For over five decades, this Southern California Halloween classic has terrified attendees every fall. This year is no different. In fact, this year brings new, terrifying offerings that are better than ever. One of these can be found in the CarnEVIL scare zone. This year, it has been reimagined to…
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‘Con Air’ and ‘National Treasure’ Are Being Released on 4K UHD Ahead of the Holidays
Two classic Nicolas Cage films are being released on 4K UHD ahead of the holidays this year. Both Con Air and National Treasure will be released on 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on November 10th. This means there will be plenty of time to get these early, wrap them, and then put them under the tree!…
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Disney Cruising Out of San Diego – GEEKS CORNER #834
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, the show is predominantly focused on Disney Cruise Line and its itineraries out of San Diego, California. Before getting into that, the Geeks give a brief recap of their Knott’s Scary Farm Experience. Then the show digs into the itineraries that range from 3-night cruises all the way up…
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Fiesta Latina | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 22, 2001
On this day in 2001, the first annual Fiesta Latina weekend kicked off at Disney’s California Adventure during the park’s first year. The celebration of Latin American culture and Hispanic Heritage Month was centralized in the Pacific Wharf district. It included well-known live music headliners, dancers, community performers, specialty food, arts & crafts, and limited-edition…
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Downtown Disney District Lights Up Nights During Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort
The Downtown Disney District has gotten even brighter at night! This past week, lights that had been seen showing up in the Downtown Disney District began to be turned on and light up the night. These arrive during the celebration of Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort. The lights add festive fun and a bit…
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Ticket Sales Leave Ticket Booth Once Again at Disneyland Resort
The game of musical locations in the Esplanade at the Disneyland Resort. After recently moving to a ticket booth on the west side of the Esplanade, Ticket Sales has once again moved back to a shared location with guest services. This is located in the northwest corner of the Esplanade, to the left of the…
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Avengers Jeep Returns to Former Location in Avengers Campus
Recently, the Avengers Jeep was moved to a spot it traditionally has been parked since Avengers Campus opened. This spot is located in front of a wall that has the Avengers Campus expansion growing behind it (more on walls here). Over the weekend, the Jeep returned to the location it has been parked at throughout…
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Tickets Still on Sale for D23 Night at Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party
General tickets for Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party are now sold out. There is still an opportunity for fans to experience this year’s Oogie Boogie Bash, however. Tickets are still available for D23 Night at Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party. This event is exclusive to D23 members (fans can…
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Fan-Favorite Show Returns to Knott’s Scary Farm
There are some elements of Knott’s Scary Farm that are integral to the Scary Farm experience. Scare Zones and mazes are definitely two of these things. A third one is The Hanging. Previously held at the Calico Mine Stage, this show has been offered in the Wagon Camp in recent years. This is a show…
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More Options Than Ever Offered by Disney Cruise Line Out of San Diego, California
The Disney Cruise Line is adding more itineraries than ever to its sailings from San Diego, California. From fall 2026 through spring 2028, the Disney Cruise Line will be offering a wide range of sailings for cruisers who want to sail from the California coast. This includes the popular Very Merrytime and Halloween on the…
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IllumiNations 25 | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 21, 1996
On this day in 1996, IllumiNations 25 debuted at EPCOT to mark the 25th anniversary of Walt Disney World. The anniversary update to IllumiNations, which had run since 1988, added four fireworks barges, a new storyline, contemporary music, and enhanced programming. The new score, featuring pop songs and film themes such as “Circle of Life”…
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D23 Announces Hocus Pocus Screening in Salem
D23 has announced a screening of the classic film Hocus Pocus in Salem, Massachusetts. The screening is free and will take place on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 8:30 PM at Old Town Hall. The event takes place as Salem celebrates its 400th anniversary. Before the screening takes place, there will be food options available and…