Author: Mr. Daps
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THE DAPSIES 2019 – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 921 (#439)
Welcome to the 2019 DAPSIES Awards! This year the geeks once again pass out 25 awards in about 25 minutes. There are also three short films included in this year’s program. We hope you enjoy this awards show! THE DAPSIE AWARDS Movies Avengers – Infinity War – “oh snap!” Black Panther – “I bet you…
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Ron Jon Surf Shop to Open New Location at Disney Springs
COCOA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 12, 2019) – Ron Jon Surf Shop is proud to announce plans for a new store that will open late 2019 at Disney Springs. The 10,000-square-foot Ron Jon location will be situated in Town Center at Disney Springs, the shopping, dining and entertainment district at Walt Disney World Resort. Ron Jon Surf Shop…
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Sunday Spotlight: Radiator Springs Racers
A trip down Route 66 in Cars Land wouldn’t be complete without a drive on Radiator Springs Racers. Since 2012, this incredible attraction has been taking guests through Radiator Springs in an immersive Cars experience. Not only do guests get to experience the world of Disney-Pixar Cars, but they also get to race each other…
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New Security Tents at the Disneyland Resort Debut on Harbor Blvd Side of Esplanade
This weekend a new security setup debuted on the east end of the Esplanade at the Disneyland Resort. Under one long wide tent, guests now enter through this new security perimeter. With plenty of options for multiple lines, it appears to be able to accommodate more guests than the temporary structures that were in place…
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Disney Tops Most “Intimate” Brands Survey
Disney has been named the most “intimate” brand among consumers in MBLM’s Brand Intimacy 2019 Study, moving up four spots from 2018. The annual study is a comprehensive ranking of brands based on emotion. The survey was designed primarily to gain insights into consumer relationships with almost 400 brands. Disney’s associations with nostalgia, and the…
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Galactic Goodbyes – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! Each week we share all the top Disney and geek headlines. This week, there were a lot of goodbyes to be had. Star Wars: Episode IX wrapped shooting and the cast said goodbye to the end of an era of bringing Star Wars back to the silver screen. In sadder…
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Remembering a Legend: An Interview with Dave Smith
This week the Disney community lost Dave Smith, the founder of the Disney Archives. In 2011, DAPS MAGIC contributor DC Sarah conducted an interview with Smith. As we remember his life and the incredible contributions he made to The Walt Disney Company, read this interview with Dave Smith. 1. You recently retired from being the Chief…
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Frozen 2 Joins Triple Force Friday For Merchandise Release Event Celebrating New Movies
DISNEY ANNOUNCES UNPRECEDENTED GLOBAL LAUNCH FOR STAR WARS AND FROZEN 2-INSPIRED PRODUCT SETTING AT RETAIL ON OCTOBER 4 Glendale, Calif. (February 15, 2019) – Fans of two of the most anticipated films of 2019 – Star Wars: Episode IX and Disney’s Frozen 2 – can begin counting down to October 4when new products inspired by…
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Photo Report: A Rainy Valentine’s Day at the Disneyland Resort
The Disneyland Resort was a rainy place to be this Valentine’s Day. Throughout both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, the skies opened up and the rain came down. This led to the changing of entertainment schedules, characters being in unique places, and closer of some attractions. It also meant that a sea of ponchos and…
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New D23 Disney Twenty-Three Magazine Cover Features Captain Marvel
CAPTAIN MARVEL LANDS ON THE NEW COVER OF DISNEY TWENTY-THREE BRIE LARSON GOES HIGHER, FURTHER, AND FASTER FOR A BEHIND-THE-SCENES LOOK AT THE MAKING OF THE THRILLING NEW MARVEL STUDIOS FILM PLUS, D23 TAKES READERS UNDER DUMBO’S BIG TOP; AVENGERS: ENDGAME DIRECTORS ANTHONY AND JOE RUSSO TEASE WHAT’S IN STORE FOR EARTH’S MIGHTIEST HEROES;…
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Disney Gives First Glimpse at Adventure with Teaser, Poster, and Photos from Frozen 2!
Disney has released the first trailer for its upcoming animated film, Frozen 2. The film comes from the Academy Award®-winning team—directors Jennifer Lee and Chris Buck, and producer Peter Del Vecho. It features the voices of Idina Menzel, Kristen Bell, Jonathan Groff, and Josh Gad. The music comes from Oscar®-winning songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert…
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Walt Disney World Resort Is the Perfect Romantic Getaway for Lovebirds on Valentine’s Day (and Beyond!)
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Feb. 8, 2019) – Now, more than ever, Walt Disney World Resort is a great romantic destination for couples on Valentine’s Day – or those celebrating their love any day of the year. Throughout the theme parks, resort hotels and beyond, couples in love will find a wide range of experiences…
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Fresh Smurf of Bel Air! – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 920 (#438)
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week, there is a ton to cover! The geeks start with news about the upcoming live-action Aladdin movie. They then pivot to the sad news of the death of Ron Miller, former CEO and President of The Walt Disney Company. At Disney California Adventure, World of Color is returning later…
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Mickey’s Toontown Celebrates Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse With New Instagramable Wall!
Guests visiting Mickey’s Toontown this week may have noticed a new place to take pictures. Next to Minnie Mouse’s house, a big wall (that really is also massive doors) has been getting a paint job celebrating Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse. The new wall is festive and fun. It will most likely soon have a…
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New Starbucks and Disney Parks Tumbler Comes to Market House This Week at the Disneyland Resort
A new tumbler has arrived at the Disneyland Resort. This park celebrates icons of Disney Parks. This is the newest themed cup continues the trend of Disney themed drinkware at the Starbucks locations. The tumbler is being sold for $24.99. The Disney Parks have been selling special Disney Parks themed Starbucks drinkware for several years now.…
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Get Your First Look at Disney’s Upcoming Live-Action “Dumbo” with All-New Character Posters
Disney has released a new sneak peek at its upcoming live-action adaptation of the animated classic Dumbo. Tim Burton is bringing this pachyderm back to the big screen with an expanded story. Dumbo Sneak Peek On top of the sneak peek, five new character posters were also released. These include posters for Dumbo, Holt Farrier (Colin…
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Fans Get First Look at Will Smith’s Genie in First TV Spot for Upcoming Aladdin Movie
On Sunday Disney released its first TV spot for the upcoming live-action version of Aladdin. The spot includes new footage that hasn’t been seen before, including Will Smith as the genie. Disney also shared an image from the movie as well. Aladdin Description A thrilling and vibrant live-action adaptation of Disney’s animated classic, “Aladdin” is the…
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Remembering Ron Miller
Ron W. Miller, Walt Disney’s son-in-law and the husband of Diane Disney, passed away February 9, 2019, in Napa, California. He was 85. Miller was 21 and a member of the USC Trojans football team when he was introduced to then-20-year-old Diane Disney on a blind date. They were married in Santa Barbara on May…
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Sunday Spotlight: Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride
Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride is an opening day attraction at Disneyland. This attraction takes guests through the story of The Wind in the Willows. This was one of two segments of 1949’s The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad. It also was an opening day attraction at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. At Disneyland Paris, a restaurant…
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A Magical Nite – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another edition of DISNEY Reporter. Each week the top Disney and geek headlines are shared. This week, there was a lot of ground to cover. From the Super Bowl to Disney Parks news, to other entertainment news, there were a lot of things going on from around the Walt Disney Company. Let’s take…
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New Scrims Arrive on Sleeping Beauty Castle as Project Stardust Continues at Disneyland
The refurbishment continues to move forward on Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland. Part of Project Stardust, the castle is undergoing some work to refresh its look and polish it up. This week, once the rain subsided, new scrims went up on the front and back of it. They add to the story that was started…
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A Pictorial Look at Disneyland After Dark Sweethearts’ Nite
On Thursday, February 7th, Disneyland hosted the first Disneyland After Dark event of the year. Sweethearts’ Nite was themed around the many Disney couples and also Valentine’s Day. The night was a celebration or love and romance. With a royal ball and favorite Disney couples found throughout Disneyland, it was a magical night to be…
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Disney California Adventure: Looking at Remaining Originals on Its Anniversary
On this day in 2001, Disney’s California Adventure invited guests to enter its gates for the first time. Roy Disney and then-CEO Michael Eisner, and of course Mickey Mouse were on hand to lead the celebration. The ceremony took place in the Esplanade in front of Disney California Adventure at 7:30 AM. The original dedication plaque…
