Tag: Daps Magic – Disney and positive stuff
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The Fives: Lost Attractions & Disney Nostalgia
Episode Summary: Grab your time machine and join the Daps Magic crew for a trip down memory lane! In this episode of Daps Magic – Disney and positive stuff, Mr. Daps is joined by Mikey Really Likey and Angela for a special edition of “The Fives.” We’re diving into the archives of Disney history to…
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The Color of Healing: Turning Grief into Magic with Malcolm Pierce – Daps Magic – Disney and positive stuff
In this deeply personal episode of the Daps Magic podcast, Mr. Daps sits down with Malcolm Pierce, the Studio Artistic Director at Disney Animation Studios in Vancouver. While we often celebrate Disney for its grand spectacles and theme park thrills, today we explore a more intimate side of the “Magic”—the power of storytelling to heal…
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The Ultimate Guide to D23 2026: Everything Announced So Far
On this episode of Daps Magic – Disney and positive stuff, Mr. Daps takes a look at all of the announcements that were shared this week for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. This year, this ultimate Disney fan event takes place on August 14, 15, and 16th. There will be events happening the week…
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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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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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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…

