Category: Media
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A New Era of Leadership at Disney Experiences and the Disneyland Resort
There is a new era of leadership beginning at Disney Experiences and the Disneyland Resort. This comes as Thomas Mazloum moves from his role as Disneyland Resort President to that of Disney Experiences Chairman. In his place, President and Manager of Disney Parks International Jill Estorino will be taking over leadership of The Happiest Place…
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The Fives: Future Disney – Daps Magic – Disney and positive stuff
Welcome to Daps Magic – Disney and positive stuff. This week, Mr. Daps is joined by Mikey Really Likey. Together, they tackle what we are calling The Fives. For these episodes, they will be talking about five specific things regarding a topic. For the first of The Fives, the topic is what’s coming in the…
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Disneyland Resort’s Focus: Young Families and Immersive Experiences
In this episode of Daps Magic – Disney and positive stuff, Mr. Daps discusses Disneyland Resort’s focus on young families, immersive entertainment, and making the park more accessible and magical for all guests. He shares insights from a conversation with Disneyland leadership about future plans, new offerings like Bluey’s Best Day Ever, and strategies to…
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Disneyland of Yesteryear ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 16
Welcome to Photoniks! On this episode of Photoniks, Mr. Daps and Clocky take a look at several pictures that show different locations and moments at Disneyland of Yesteryear. These are all photos that couldn’t be taken today for one reason or another. We hope you enjoy this take on looking at some historic Disneyland photos. Join the conversation and share…
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Harmonizing the Happiest Place: The Mazloum Era at Disneyland
Imagine a Disneyland Resort where, without adding any new attractions, 1.5 million more rides are enjoyed within a year. This astonishing increase in guest experiences highlights what Disney calls “invisible magic” — the behind-the-scenes efforts that elevate park operations and guest satisfaction beyond what meets the eye. If you’re curious about how Disney continues to…
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Alex Robinson – I Really Oughta Tell You
In the latest episode of Daps Magic – Disney and positive stuff, Mr. Daps had an enlightening conversation with the talented Alex Robinson, whose musical journey is as captivating as her melodies. From her early days tinkering with the piano to mastering jazz vocals, Alex’s story is a testament to passion, perseverance, and the joy…
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After Before ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 15
Welcome to Photoniks! On this episode of Photoniks, Mr. Daps and Clocky take a look at several pictures that show different locations at Disneyland at different times. This was inspired by Groundhog’s Day. We hope you enjoy this take on looking at some historic Disneyland photos. Join the conversation and share your own observations and perspectives about the photos…
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A New Chapter of Magic: Josh D’Amaro & Dana Walden Lead the Way
The future of The Walt Disney Company just got a lot brighter! In this episode, Mr. Daps dives into the historic announcement that Josh D’Amaro will become the next CEO of Disney, with Dana Walden stepping into the role of President and the company’s first-ever Chief Creative Officer. Uncover how Disney’s next chapter is being…
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CHOC WALK: Using Our Influence For Good
On this episode of Daps Magic – Disney and positive stuff, Mr. Daps shares about his visit to the Children’s Hospital of Orange County for a special CHOC Walk recognition event. During the episode, the significant impact of philanthropy on the operations and services of CHOC is shared, emphasizing the importance of community support in…
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Visionary Vibes: Unpacking the Lessons of Disneyland Handcrafted
In this episode, Mr. Daps reflects on the documentary ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ and shares key lessons learned from Walt Disney’s vision and passion in creating Disneyland. He emphasizes the importance of having a clear vision, the contagious nature of passion, the beauty in the messy process of creation, the power of human hands in bringing ideas…
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Handcrafted Disneyland ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 14
Welcome to Photoniks! On this episode of Photoniks, Mr. Daps and Clocky take a look at several pictures that show the handcrafted details that went into making Disneyland in pictures from the early years of the park. This comes as Disneyland Handcrafted arrives on Disney+ and the Disney YouTube Channel. Join the conversation and share your own observations and…
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All About D23 in 2026 with Michael Vargo
In this episode of Daps Magic – Disney and positive stuff, Mr. Daps chats with Michael Vargo, who shares his extensive journey with Disney, starting as a performer at Disneyland over 30 years ago. He discusses his evolution within the company, leading to his current role overseeing D23, the ultimate Disney fan club. The discussion…
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Disneyland Handcrafted – Daps Magic – Disney and positive stuff
In this engaging conversation, Mr. Daps and Adam Bankhurst discuss their experiences at the world premiere of the documentary ‘Disneyland Handcrafted.’ They share their excitement about visiting Walt Disney Studios for the first time, the focus on the people behind Disneyland’s creation, and the innovative sound design that enhances the documentary. They delve into the…
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2026: A Pivotal Year for Disney – Disney and positive stuff
In this episode, Mr. Daps discusses the upcoming year 2026, which he believes will be a pivotal time for the Walt Disney Company. He highlights the transition in leadership, the focus on quality in movies and streaming, and the exciting developments in Disney experiences, particularly in the parks. The conversation emphasizes the importance of the…
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Disney and positive stuff
Happy New Year! As we kick this year off, we are changing some things up a bit. We are constantly striving to analyze and adjust what we do here at Daps Magic. One of the things we are adjusting is Daps Magic (the Podcast). In an effort to make things simpler and provide clarity of…
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New Year, Old Parades ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 13
Happy New Year! Often, New Year’s Day is associated with parades like the Tournament of Roses Parade. On this episode of Photoniks, Mr. Daps and Clocky take a look at several parades at Disneyland through the years! This includes some favorite Disney characters through the years in parades, along with a favorite car! Join the…
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12 Photos of Walt Disney World Christmas ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 12
Happy Holidays! On this episode of Photoniks, Mr. Daps and Clocky are joined by Denise and Jeff from MouseSteps.com. Together, they explore Disney history through 12 photos of Walt Disney World in the very early days. This includes pictures of the first Christmas at Magic Kingdom with the first Christmas Tree, Cinderella Castle, Tomorrowland, and…
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Christmas at Disneyland in 1966 ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 11
Join Mr. Daps and Clocky as they go back and look at Disneyland at Christmas time in 1966. They visit Main Street, Sleeping Beauty Castle, and Frontierland in this episode of Photoniks. The big question is: are they video cameras, spotlights, or what on Main Street? Are they related to Candlelight somehow? Let us know…
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Tom Sawyer Island ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 9
Join Mr. Daps and Clocky at Disneyland as they take a look at photos of Tom Sawyer Island while sitting on Tom Sawyer Island. They then go and find what each of the locations shown in these photos looks like today! Join the conversation and share your own observations and perspectives about the photos shown…
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Exploring Cotino – A Storyliving by Disney Community
Recently, Daps Magic was invited to get a first-hand look at Cotino – A Storyliving by Disney Community. This visit to this new type of Disney experience included a progressive dinner that also provided tours of three different houses. The next day, it was all about the Artisan Club. In this episode of Daps Magic…
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A Most Unusual Camera ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 8
On this episode of Photoniks, Mr. Daps and Clocky look at photos from each land of Disneyland. In each land, some people could be Mr. Daps or Clocky hanging out in the park during another era. In each photo, the photo is discussed, and they talk about who would be who. Join the conversation and…
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I Love Disneyland with Sometimes Castles – Daps Magic (the Podcast)
In 2019, Ry and Skyla created Sometimes Castles. Originally envisioned as a series of videos, Sometimes Castles has grown to so much more in the following years. Today, there are livestreams, vlogs, Disneyland news, other theme park videos, and more! There is also a new book! Called I Love Disneyland, this book shares Ry and…
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Haunted Mansion ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 7
Welcome, foolish mortals! On this episode of Photoniks, Mr. Daps and Clocky (your ghost podcast hosts?) take a look at the Haunted Mansion as seen through photos from the past. This is a unique look at the Haunted Mansion through the lens of days long gone by. This seemed like the perfect episode topic to…
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An Interesting Year ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 6
On the 6th episode of Photoniks, Mr. Daps and Clocky switch things up a bit. They know exactly when this episode’s photos were taken, and where is pretty easy to figure out as well. They do get to see a very interesting year at Disneyland before things would change quite a bit! Join the conversation and share your…