Category: Media
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A Christmas Fantasy at the Disneyland Resort
A Christmas Fantasy Parade is always a highlight of the Holiday Time season at the Disneyland Resort for me. Though there are changes it seems each year, it is a tradition that returns each year and is generally loved by guests. Because of this, I really don’t watch it that many times as it is…
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Ringing in the Christmas Season at the Disneyland Resort
One fun part of Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort is the Buena Vista Street Community Bell Ringers. This ensemble sings and rings handbells on Buena Vista Street throughout the Christmas season and really is a lot of fun to watch. They are residents of Buena Vista Street who come together to share the musical…
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A Day of Trials – Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple
Those visiting Tomorrowland at Disneyland may notice that there are some changes to be found. One of these revolve around the Tomorrowland Terrace Stage which no longer is the home of Jedi Training Academy. Instead, children get to face their fears as they experience Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple. This new experience draws heavily from…
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Dick Van Dyke Celebrates 90th Birthday at Disneyland
A jolly holiday was had at Disneyland on Sunday as Dick Van Dyke celebrated his 90th birthday at the happiest place on Earth! Throughout the day Dick Van Dyke had special moments celebrating this Disney Legend. The moments culminated with a cavalcade before A Christmas Fantasy Parade and a happy birthday moment in Town Square. Dick Van…
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Season of the Force, Civil War, Holidays at the Parks, and More! – DAPsCast – Episode 26
This episode of DAPsCast has Mr. Daps, Murray, Mikey, Annie, and Danie talk about Star Wars Season of the Force at Disneyland, holidays at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, Zootopia and Captain America: Civil War trailers, and a rundown of recent runDisney events! Shown Notes: Captain America: Civil War Trailer Zootopia Trailer Holidays at Disneyland…
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“Disney’ing” when you can’t get to Disney
Feeling the need to get yourself to a Disney Park, but it’s just not working out? Have the withdrawals from your last trip started kicking in? Many of us can’t always get to our favorite parks as much as we’d like. Maybe you love Disney, but you’ve NEVER been able to go! I teamed up…
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Holidays Arrive at Disneyland Resort
The Holidays have arrived at the Disneyland Resort. This year, they mix with the 60th Diamond Anniversary for the Disneyland Resort. On November 13th, A Christmas Fantasy Parade began celebrating the “spirit of the season” along the parade route. Holiday music was played throughout the Disneyland Resort. Christmas trees were lit as the day turned…
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Annual Pass Price Increase, The Muppets, Disney Film Lineup – DAPsCast – Episode 25
This week Mr. Daps, Murray, Mikey, Annie and Danie discuss a few Disney items. The first is the recent Annual Passport price increase for Disneyland and Walt Disney World. The group discusses their opinions on this development. Reviews on the new The Muppets television show are given. The Disney film lineup is talked about with…
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Mary Poppins 2, Walt Disney on PBS, Frozen Musical, and Disney Infinity – DAPscast – Episode 24
Mr. DAPs, Murray, Annie, and Danie are back again for discussion on the most recent Disney news. Included in this episode are thoughts on the development of Mary Poppins 2, the recent PBS special on Walt Disney, Disney Infinity 3 gameplay, and Frozen as a new musical in the Hyperion Theater of Disney California…
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D23 Expo and The Last College Band – DAPsCast – Episode 23
For the 23rd DAPsCast episode we are telling a little about the D23 Expo experience and Mr. Daps, Murray, Annie, and Mikey Really Likey’s thoughts particularly on Star Wars Land. We tell a little bit about the upcoming live action movies that were announced at the presentation at the Expo. Finally we play a couple…
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Disneyland 60th, Ant-Man, Genies, Star Wars, & Inside Out – DAPsCast – Episode 22
Mr. DAPs, Annie, Danie, and Murray talk about the July 1th celebration of Disneyland’s 60th anniversary. Then it’s thoughts on Ant-Man, the newly announced live action movies, recent Star Wars news, and Inside Out. Listen below or download via iTunes and subscribe here.
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Disneyland’s 60th Anniversary – July 17, 2015
On July 17, 2015 Disneyland celebrated it’s 60th Anniversary. The day began with a short and sweet ceremony in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle at 10:00 AM. It was hosted by Disneyland President Michael Colglazier. It included the announcement of the the Million Dollar Dazzle where $1 million will be donated to local charities by the…
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Bret Iwan – DAPsCast Episode 21
An interview from the past with Mr. Daps and DC who are joined by Bret Iwan, voice of Mickey Mouse.
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Magic Kingdom Photo Trip Report 2015
I’ve made some trip reports in the past with Walt Disney World, but rather than explain all that I did, thought I’d share photos from the trip. Enjoy! Country Bear Jamboree is a fun, classic attraction with some of the last of Walt Disney’s touch on a show. Rivers of America has their own Liberty…
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The Muppets, Tomorrowland, Thor, and Agents of SHIELD – DAPsCast Episode 20
This episode Mr. Daps, Annie, Danie, and Murray discuss the new trailer for the upcoming Muppets television series, then give thoughts on the next seasons of Agents of SHIELD and Agent Carter. After that are pre-viewing thoughts on Tomorrowland. Finally views on the new Thor that is in comics and the implications it has on…
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Cruella’s Soundsational Day at Disneyland
Sometimes even villains have their dreams come true at Disneyland. On April 26, 2015 Cruella saw one of her fiendish dreams come true when someone brought her a puppy. Thankfully, nothing tragic happened and Ms. DeVil and the puppy both walked away from the encounter in one piece. It was a lovely day at Disneyland…
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Star Wars Celebration – Rogue One, Force Awakens, Rebels, and more! – DAPscast – Episode 19
Mr. DAPs, Murray, and Annie discuss their time at Star Wars Celebration. A recap of several key events, such as the new Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Star Wars: Rogue One, and Star Wars Rebels trailers, and the event overall are on this episode. Star Wars Rebels Press Conference – DAPscast SPECIAL EPISODE This was…
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Muppets Back on TV, Mulan Live Action, Disneyland Band, and Tangled Musical – DAPscast – Episode 18
Welcome to DAPscast – Episode 18! As the month of April kicks off there is a lot to talk about. For this podcast, Mr. DAPs, Diplomatic Danie, Murray, and Annie chat about the following: Muppets Back on TV Mulan Live-Action Movie Winnie the Pooh Live-Action Movie The New Disneyland Band Tangled: The Musical We hope…
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DuckTales Reboot, Into The Woods, Star Wars Rebels & More – DAPscast – Episode 17
Diplomatic Danie, Mr. Daps, Annie, and Murray talk about the announced reboot of DuckTales, Into The Woods coming to home media, Star Wars Rebels first season review, and discussion on the big news items from the Disney stockholders meeting.
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A Golden Afternoon with Alice & the Mad Hatter at Disneyland – February 8, 2015
It isn’t often that I see Alice in Wonderland and the Mad Hatter outside of Musical Chairs at Coke Corner. On Sunday, February 8 though, this was not the case. I visited them throughout the afternoon to take pictures and enjoy a truly golden afternoon. It was a completely lovely day and it was wonderful…
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Lunar New Year at the Disneyland Resort – February 20, 2015
On Friday February 20, 2015 Lunar New Year continued in full force at the Disneyland Resort. It was an absolutely beautiful spring day at the Disneyland Resort. Carthay Circle was in full bloom and the day ended with a gorgeous sunset. The main focus of the day though was Lunar New Year. The main focus of…
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Lunar New Year Celebration in Disney California Adventure – February 19, 2015
Disneyland Resort’s Lunar New Year Celebration began on February 19 and ran through February 22, 2015. On the opening day, Mr. DAPs made his way into Disney California Adventure to take both photos and video of the festivities. Here is a look at the entire day through the eyes of his lens (both photo and…
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Lunar New Year Celebration Arrives at Disneyland Resort
The Lunar New Year Celebration has arrived at the Disneyland Resort. This annual event is taking place from February 19-22, 2015 to celebrate the Year of the Sheep (yes, it could also be the Year of the Goat or Ram as well but for this… it’s the sheep). This daily celebration takes place in Paradise…