Category: Media
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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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Disney’s New Blueprint: Storytelling, Tech, and “One Disney”
In this episode of Daps Magic – Disney and Positive Stuff, Mr. Daps dives into the overarching vision for The Walt Disney Company under the leadership of CEO Josh D’Amaro. Rather than temporary trends, D’Amaro is guiding the company’s future through three foundational, executive principles: Great Storytelling as Our North Star, Technology in Service to…
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Blending Fandom and Flavor: From Disneyland Churros to Geek Eats
In this episode of Daps Magic: Disney and Positive Stuff, host Mr. Daps is joined by long-time Daps Magic team member and culinary creator Sarah Stubbs (also known as DC Sarah) from Geeks Who Eat. Together, they explore the rich, evolving history of food at the Disneyland Resort, trace its shift from simple park dining…
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Rainy Day Retro: Vintage Disneyland Photo Match-Up ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 26
Braving a rainy day at Disneyland, hosts Mr. Daps and Clocky huddle under the monorail beam to explore a new batch of vintage 8×10 park photos! Following their photo discussions, the duo embarks on a unique in-park adventure: walking through Disneyland in the rain to track down the exact real-world locations where each historical photo…
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Geek Eats: Where Food Meets Fandom
Daps Magic is pleased to announce a new podcast in the realm of Disney and positive stuff. Called Geek Eats, it brings longtime Daps Magic team member Sarah (also of Geeks Who Eat) and Mr. Daps together for a new podcasting adventure where food meets fandom. This new podcast kicks off today with an introduction…
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Hard Hats and Hammers – Photoniks – Episode 25
Welcome to another episode of Photoniks! After the excitement of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, Mr. Daps and Clocky dive into a vintage collection of Disneyland construction and refurbishment photos! From mid-60s build-outs to major 80s Fantasyland overhauls, the duo examines the unique (and wildly changing) standards of daytime construction inside the park. Key…
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20 Years of Cars: Lessons, Legacy & Theme Park Transformations
On this week’s episode of Daps Magic – Disney and Positive Stuff, Mr. Daps takes a look at Pixar’s Cars as it celebrates its 20th anniversary. He notes some of the lessons from the film, its legacy, and how it transformed Disney theme park design. This is an episode that celebrates all that has made…
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Beyond the Horizon: Decoding Disney’s Next Era from D23
While D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event brought a wave of massive park announcements, the bigger story lies in the cultural and strategic direction of The Walt Disney Company. On this episode of Daps Magic – Disney and Positive Stuff, Mr. Daps takes a step back to analyze the overarching themes driving Disney’s new era…
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Disney Parks’ Next Era: Unpacking the D23 Horizons Showcase
In this episode of Daps Magic – Disney and Positive Stuff, host Mr. Daps is joined by IGN writer and Talking Disney Magic co-host Adam Bankhurst for an in-depth breakdown of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. Focusing heavily on the Horizons: A Carousel of Progress, the duo dives into the biggest news, favorite reveals,…
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The Art of Worldbuilding: Disney Lessons on Hope, Heart, and Humanity
What makes a Disney story truly timeless? And how do those beloved stories move from the silver screen into immersive, living experiences in Disney theme parks around the world? In her latest feature documentary, Disney Worldbuilders, Academy Award and Emmy-nominated filmmaker Leslie Iwerks (The Imagineering Story, Disneyland Handcrafted) sits down with some of the most…
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Ultimate D23 Predictions: Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, & Disney Experiences!
It’s D23 week! With the ultimate Disney fan event right around the corner, Mr. Daps is joined by his good friend and Photoniks co-host, Clocky, to dive into fun predictions, wild hopes, and speculation for all the major announcements coming out of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event! From Friday night’s Disney Entertainment Showcase to…
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If D23 Was in 1966 ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 24
In this episode of Photoniks, hosts Mr. Daps and Clocky are getting hyped for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event by taking a journey back in time! Pretending it’s 1966—when Walt Disney was teasing the future of the park—the duo explores a vibrant gallery of 1967–1968 slides showcasing Tomorrowland at peak retro optimism. Together, they…
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The runDisney Companion: Your Race Day Guide from Fantasy to Finish Line and Beyond
Finding magic in life often comes down to taking a leap of faith before you fully know how the story ends. On this week’s episode of Daps Magic – Disney and Positive Stuff, host Mr. Daps sits down with author, runner, and creator Lisa DiNoto Glassner for an inspiring conversation about passion, community, and her…
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Earl of Sandwich Grand Opening & Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby Review with Kellie (We Don’t Wear Ears)!
Get ready to be hungry! On this episode of Daps Magic – Disney and Positive Stuff, Mr. Daps is joined by Kellie from We Don’t Wear Ears for a delicious deep-dive into the newest culinary additions in the Downtown Disney District. Together, they celebrate the official opening of Earl of Sandwich’s permanent home and review…
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A History of Happiness: Celebrating Disneyland’s Milestone Birthdays Through the Years
This week, Disneyland celebrated its 71st birthday! While July 17th always brings a wave of nostalgia, it’s also the perfect time to look back at how the “Happiest Place on Earth” has celebrated its milestone birthdays through the decades. From a chaotic opening day in 1955 to the massive, globally synergized events of modern times,…
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Down the Rabbit Hole: Remembering the Mad T Party
Join Mr. Daps this week as we journey down the rabbit hole to revisit a beloved piece of Disney California Adventure history: the Mad T Party. What began as an experimental nighttime dance party evolved into a cornerstone of DCA’s entertainment, building a unique community and leaving behind lasting friendships that persist a decade later.…
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A Double Celebration — Photoniks 1-Year Anniversary & America’s 250th! ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 23
What a milestone! In this very special episode of Photoniks, hosts Mr. Daps and Clocky are pulling out all the stops for a massive double celebration: it’s the one-year anniversary of Photoniks, and they are honoring it alongside America’s 250th semi-quincentennial anniversary! To mark the occasion, the duo gears up in matching Sam Eagle sweatshirts…
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Behind the Attraction: Disney Cruise Line
Welcome back to Daps Magic – Disney and Positive Stuff! This week, Mr. Daps is diving deep into the high seas after binge-watching the two brand-new episodes of Behind the Attraction on Disney+. Focusing entirely on the history, legacy, and innovation of the Disney Cruise Line, these episodes sparked a massive wave of inspiration that…
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Big Waves & Little Victories – Daps Magic – Disney and Positive Stuff
This week on Daps Magic – Disney and Positive Stuff, we are mixing things up for a very special, deeply personal episode. With the 2026 CHOC Walk in the Park just about a month and a half away on August 2nd, Mr. Daps steps away from the usual Disney news to reflect on a question…
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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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Capturing the Magic Solo – Photography Tips for a Solo Day at Disneyland
Welcome back to Daps Magic – Disney and Positive Stuff! This week, Mr. Daps is back from vacation and feeling completely refreshed and inspired to talk about one of his absolute favorite ways to experience the parks: heading in on a solo adventure with just a camera or a phone. Going to Disneyland by yourself…
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A Great Big Beautiful Reimagining for the Carousel of Progress
Change is coming to Tomorrowland, and it is a great big beautiful one. Following a massive announcement from Walt Disney Imagineering, Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress at Magic Kingdom will close on July 6, 2026, for a total reimagining before reopening to guests in 2027. The attraction will be updated with entirely new time periods,…
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Kids Rule Summer Kickoff! New Star Wars Missions, Bluey, & Huge Disneyland Discounts!
Summer has officially arrived at the Disneyland Resort, and there is a ton to do for kids who are young and kids who are young at heart. This past week, we had the incredible opportunity to attend the media kickoff event for Kids Rule Summer, and rather than just regurgitating a list of dates and…
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Is The Mandalorian and Grogu Good? Movie Review & Breakdown
Welcome back to another episode of Daps Magic: Disney and Positive Stuff! This week, Mr. Daps is joined by longtime staff member DC Sarah as they finally sync up their busy schedules to geek out over the highly anticipated film, The Mandalorian and Grogu. Both saw the movie on opening night—Mr. Daps in a standard…