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Mouse Guest Presents – October 2011

Dan — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 01:36:56 +0000

Eric, Cathy and Dan return to the airwaves with “Mouse Guest Presents,” a semi-irregular podcast featuring discussion of Disney news, and experiences in and around the Disney Parks. In this episode, we cover Avatar in Animal Kingdom, the passing of Steve Jobs, Bob Iger’s schedule as CEO and more. Then, Mouse Guest Ma, Debi, joins us to discuss her mostly-solo trip to the World. Finally, we wrap things up with our fan-favorite Halloween Mega-Mix. Enjoy!

Mouse Guest Weekly #313 – 7/24/11

Dan — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 04:00:41 +0000

It’s the last episode, Mouseguesters… but Mouse Guest Weekly goes out with a bang. A nearly five hour long bang. Join us for this recording of our live broadcast, as we welcome a cavalcade of Mouse Guest Listeners and friends of the show, take a nostalgic look at the six years of MGW history, play some tunes and talk a little bit of Disney news. It’s been a pleasure, everyone! Remember to always follow your dreams, because then you’ll never be lost!

Mouse Guest Weekly #312 – 7/17/11

Dan — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 04:00:50 +0000

The penultimate Mouse Guest Weekly! Some news about Hyperion Wharf, HGTV invades Food & Wine, Emmy nominations, John Carter, Up, and Phineas & Ferb music… not necessarily all at once. Then, your feedback, and an impromptu conversation about living in a home from a Disney film, which leads to DVC talk.

Mouse Guest Weekly #311 – 7/10/11

Dan — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 04:00:36 +0000

This week, the usual. Corrections, Animal Specialists, monorails, solo traveling, listener feedback and Potter. But first, we announce for our final show, we will be streaming it live as we record – Saturday, July 23rd, 2pm Eastern! Look towards mouseguest.com for details as they unfold.

Mouse Guest Weekly #310 – 7/03/11

Dan — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 04:00:47 +0000

This week’s news covers Fantasmic showings, Pirate Adventures in the comfort of your resort room, and Candlelight Processional dinner deals. Eric and Cathy share their disjointed experience seeing Cars 2 and give their impressions on what they saw. And, we wrap things up with your feedback and yet more Potter talk. It’s the topic who lived.

Mouse Guest Weekly #309 – 6/26/11

Dan — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 04:00:47 +0000

Just a little bit of news before we turn the mic over to Mouse Guest Thomas to finish up his and Joe’s Birthday trip. Fair warning, he gets a little sentimental at times! Back in the studio, we have more of your feedback and a non-fan’s view of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone… Eric eagerly awaits your hate mail…

Mouse Guest Weekly #308 – 6/19/11

Dan — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 04:00:43 +0000

After a little bit of news – Disney Legends, Character Meetings, Food & Wine and more – we pass the mic on to Mouse Guests Thomas and Joe (aka the Voice Formerly Known as Joey) as they give their experiences at Star Wars Weekends, the new Star Tours, hanging out at the parks and sushi. Tip #1: Beware of the green stuff.

Mouse Guest Weekly #307 – 6/12/11

Dan — Sun, 12 Jun 2011 04:00:34 +0000

A shorter show this week, since there isn’t a whole lot of news from the world of Disney, aside from laser shows and price increases. But we have some of your feedback and well wishes, too! After last week’s discussion on the Food and Wine concert series, we apologize for making some of our listeners feel old.

Mouse Guest Weekly #306 – 6/05/11

Dan — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 04:00:50 +0000

The mics are on this week, as we discuss Disney news regarding attraction openings, eating to the beat, new interactive stores and the Disney Fantasy cruise ship. Plus, your feedback on Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.

Mouse Guest Weekly #305 – 5/29/11

Dan — Sun, 29 May 2011 04:00:24 +0000

We’re all back in the studio! Hooray! And, boy do we have stories to tell. We’ve got your feedback from our previous mulit-part shows; Dan shares his experience on The Ship, joining a certain worst-kept Best-Kept Secret club; Eric and Cathy compare and contrast cruising with Carnival versus Disney; and we’re joined by Mouse Guest Ma and Casey for a mildly spoiler-iffic review of the new Pirates of the Caribbean movie, “On Stranger Tides”.

Also, ignore the echoey-ness… we forgot to flip a switch before recording. Post-vacation-itis.

Mouse Guest Weekly #304 – 5/22/11

Dan — Sun, 22 May 2011 04:00:41 +0000

In part 2 of our Disney Cruise to Alaska recap, we cover the specifics – Alaska itself, our ports of call, our excursions and all the good and bad experienced along the way. Photos will be posted to Facebook if they haven’t already, so stop on in at facebook.com/mouseguest.

Mouse Guest Weekly #303 – 5/15/11

Dan — Sun, 15 May 2011 04:00:41 +0000

We’re back from the great snowy north, and bring tales of our travels! Dan, Mouse Guest Ma (Debi), Andrew and Beau sit down in an enclosed balcony in Vancouver to discuss their first-time experiences on this Inaugural Disney Cruise to Alaska! Part 1 of 2 covers general cruise impressions, entertainment and food, food, food, food.

Mouse Guest Weekly #302 – 5/08/11

Dan — Sun, 08 May 2011 04:00:44 +0000

This will wrap up our discussion of Disney tri-favorites. Thanks for sticking with us for 300 episodes, thus far! This is part 3 of 3.

Mouse Guest Weekly #301 – 5/01/11

Dan — Sun, 01 May 2011 04:00:59 +0000

Show #300 rolls on into the next episode! We continue our discussion of our Disney favorites in triplicate. This is part 2 of 3.

Mouse Guest Weekly #300 – 4/24/11

Dan — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 04:00:17 +0000

Omigosh! It’s a milestone! For our 300th show, after a little news and feedback, we decided to discuss all our favorites in threes – parks, attractions, films, music, collectibles, our vacation memories and more! This is part 1 of 3.

Mouse Guest Weekly #299 – 4/17/11

Dan — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 04:00:20 +0000

In this episode: a smattering of Disney news, feedback from Utah and more Harry Potter talk, and a little game that really doesn’t go as well as we hoped.

Mouse Guest Weekly #298 – 4/10/11

Dan — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 04:00:48 +0000

The gang’s back together! This week, some news from Shanghai and the Disney Cruise Line, then your feedback and questions – Namely, the pros and cons of the DVC, gripes regarding our decision in the sidekicks mini-tourney, and, yes, more Harry Potter. It’s quickly becoming the next Cars-like discussion. Plus, more info on MGE3 and a quick check-in with the Fit Club!

Mouse Guest Weekly #297 – 4/03/11

Dan — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 04:00:16 +0000

Eric is alone in the studio, so he’s decided to spend the entire show talking about the Cincinnati Reds. No! He’s talking about one of the Nine Old Men, Eric Larson… ace animator, torchbearer of Walt Disney Animation and creator of many of your favorite characters! Plus, an announcement from Mouse Guest Weekly regarding this year’s upcoming Mouse Guest Experience!

Mouse Guest Weekly #296 – 3/27/11

Dan — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 04:00:39 +0000

We’re down one member this episode, but that doesn’t stop us from sharing a little news, some movie reviews from Mouse Guest Ron, and another mini tourney in honor of March Madness! Don’t let the copious discussion of sports and Harry Potter fool you – we’re still a Disney podcast!

Mouse Guest Weekly #295 – 3/20/11

Dan — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 04:00:32 +0000

A little bit of Disney news, featuring the Haunted Mansion’s new interactive queue, Pirates, and Phineas and Ferb’s magazine, plus all your feedback regarding the last few shows. Then we wrap things up with our own little quick tournament, in honor of March Madness, with Princesses facing off against Heroes. The final four may surprise you!

Mouse Guest Weekly #294 – 3/13/11

Dan — Sun, 13 Mar 2011 05:00:03 +0000

Springtime is here, and that means Mardi Gras and St. Patrick’s Day! So, let’s celebrate with the New Orleans party that is Tiana’s Showboat Jubilee, and a handful of Irish goodness from Off Kilter!

Mouse Guest Weekly #293 – 3/06/11

Dan — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 05:00:27 +0000

Amongst the numerous tangents we follow, we do actually talk some Disney. In the news, a Mickey Fast Pass, Le Cellier’s new menu, and grand openings at the Disneyland Resort and other updates. Plus, your feedback about Post-Disney Blues, Disney Junior and how Disney can be a part of your self while not being the thing that defines you. Deep, man.

Mouse Guest Weekly #292 – 2/27/11

Dan — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 05:00:04 +0000

Let’s spend a day in Epcot, shall we?

Mouse Guest Weekly #291 – 2/20/11

Dan — Sun, 20 Feb 2011 05:00:10 +0000

It’s a new car! But, more importantly, it’s news from the world of comics, Disney Junior, ESPN Weekend, and an A-Magical Race for D23 members! But most importantly, Tom Skaggs, Chairman of Disney Parks, announced some interesting things that make us go “hmm.” Plus, a question about the Disney Blues, and more fit club reports!

Mouse Guest Weekly #290 – 2/13/11

Dan — Sun, 13 Feb 2011 05:00:20 +0000

This week’s show is chock full of news – from the Parks, to Cruise Ships, and… money! Plus, lots of your thoughts, questions and feedback, all of which we love. And, more fitness talk. Motivation is good.

Mouse Guest Weekly #289 – 2/06/11

Dan — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 05:00:25 +0000

Since Cathy and Eric are out sick, Dan is left to his own devices in the studio. Thus, it’s back to the Disney Magic! This week, it’s the audio from the Magic’s newest show “Villains Tonight.” Bask in the glow of its mediocrity!

Mouse Guest Weekly #288 – 1/30/11

Dan — Sun, 30 Jan 2011 05:00:06 +0000

Let’s all take a look at what Disney-produced films are up for Academy Awards! If anything, it’ll give you someone to root for in those technical awards. Then, it’s on to news from the parks, including lap bars and flower power. After some correcting emails, we wrap the show up with the Mouse Guest Fit Club!

Mouse Guest Weekly #287 – 1/23/11

Dan — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 05:00:19 +0000

First, we discuss the changes to the changes to Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom. Then, it’s off to Port Canaveral for the christening of the Disney Dream. Plus, we’ve got voicemail and Eric kicks off the Fit Club.

Mouse Guest Weekly #286 – 1/16/11

Dan — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 05:00:42 +0000

A few news items this week from the east coast, featuring jungle treks, vacation photos and a christening voyage. Plus, Dan’s got another game to pit Eric and Cathy against one another, and this one’s a doozy.

Mouse Guest Weekly #284 pt.2 – 1/9/11

Dan — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 05:00:51 +0000

And now… the rest of the story. It’s part two of last week’s episode, with more discussion based on Mouse Guest Ron’s email. Enjoy!

Mouse Guest Weekly #284 pt.1 – 1/2/11

Dan — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 05:00:59 +0000

It’s our first show of the new year, and it’s another 2-parter! This time, it wasn’t necessarily planned. We’ve got a little viewer feedback, including an extensive email from a listener that gives us numerous topics of discussion for this show and next week’s part two – everything from the Christmas parade, to New Year’s Goals and everything in between.

Mouse Guest Weekly #282 pt.2 – 12/26/10

Dan — Sun, 26 Dec 2010 05:00:32 +0000

It’s part 2 of our year-end Nonsense show. Enjoy!

Mouse Guest Weekly #282 pt.1 – 12/19/10

Dan — Sun, 19 Dec 2010 05:00:09 +0000

This week is part one of our year-end Disney and Nonsense show. We’ll first discuss some news in the Disney world, read some of your emails and listen to your voicemails, discuss the latest Disney films, talk about random things and quiz each other on topics ranging from Disney songs to Harry Potter spells. Pour a glass of egg nog and tune in!

Mouse Guest Weekly #281 – 12/12/10

Dan — Sun, 12 Dec 2010 05:00:55 +0000

The holiday spirit has filled this week’s show with visions of sugarplums and yearnings for a white Christmas (but not too much of the white stuff!) and we have a trio of gifts for our listeners from the west coast parks. This week’s first audio gift is a journey through Disneyland’s “it’s a small world” Holiday presentation. The next piece under the tree is the music from the Believe….In Holiday Magic fireworks show. Finally, we head over to DCA (and back in time) to check our stockings for the short-lived Disney’s LuminAria nighttime spectacular.

Mouse Guest Weekly #280 – 12/05/10

Dan — Sun, 05 Dec 2010 05:00:02 +0000

As promised, it’s our Cruise video compilation! Join us as we set sail in “Adventures Away! Sail-Away Celebration”, dance along with pirates in “Pirates IN the Caribbean”, and finally bid a fond farewell in “Til We Meet Again.”

Mouse Guest Weekly #279 – 11/28/10

Dan — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 05:00:49 +0000

On our cruise, we had the honor of sailing with Imagineer Mark Kohl and the privilege of hearing him speak about his involvement in WDI and the projects he’s worked on, including multiple resorts and the Castaway Cay enhancements. Currently, he’s working on the Fantasyland expansion, and his presentation gives us a little glimpse at what’s in store. So, enjoy this look behind the scenes with an Imagineer!

Mouse Guest Weekly #278 – 11/21/10

Dan — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 05:00:45 +0000

While not recorded live on the ship, it is our final wrap up of our MGE cruise! This episode tackles Castaway Cay, Palo, US Customs and transportation, as well as saying farewell to our home at sea. Plus, there’s a quick news recap at the end of this extra-long show, so don’t miss that.

Mouse Guest Weekly #277 – 11/14/10

Dan — Sun, 14 Nov 2010 05:00:48 +0000

Recorded live from the Disney Magic once again! On our last day at sea, we all gather in Sessions to give our thoughts on St. Martin and St. Thomas and the excursions we partook in, the nightly entertainment and more! Also featuring a riveting weather report from the Captain and some marketing plugs from our diligent Cruise Director.

Mouse Guest Weekly #276 – 11/07/10

Dan — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 04:00:47 +0000

Recorded live from the cruise! Join us on our second day at sea, as we all give our initial thoughts on the Disney Cruise experience, what we’ve done so far, and some of our favorite memories. Just be sure to bring the ginger pills – the ship’s swaying a bit.

Mouse Guest Weekly #275 – 10/31/10

Dan — Sun, 31 Oct 2010 04:00:26 +0000

The final part of our AtmosphEars: Disney Cruise Line vidcast series has to be the most relaxing podcast ever produced. We invite you beach-side on Castaway Cay, away from all the hullabaloo. The gentle lapping of waves is sure to ease all your troubles… if not bring about the need for a quick bathroom break.

Mouse Guest Weekly #274 – 10/24/10

Dan — Sun, 24 Oct 2010 04:00:40 +0000

In part 2 of our 3 part AtmosphEars: Disney Cruise Line vidcast series, we stop for a moment on deck 9 aft to have a snack and watch the wake we leave. Then, it’s off to Castaway Cay! A short walk on the dock takes you right to where all the action is. Be sure to stop by the many landmarks of the island, including Mount Rustmore. And revel in the sea of humanity that is the family beach.

Mouse Guest Weekly #273 – 10/17/10

Dan — Sun, 17 Oct 2010 04:00:32 +0000

In part 1 of our 3 part AtmosphEars: Disney Cruise Line vidcast series, we invite you to take a virtual Disney cruise! First stop is the terminal, where you can check out a scale replica of the ship you’re about to board. Then, it’s on deck, where the munchkins can play in the Mickey pool. Stop by the atrium, where kids of all ages can meet their favorite characters all day long. And finally, lounge poolside and take in the sights and sounds… especially the sounds.

Mouse Guest Weekly #272 – 10/10/10

Dan — Sun, 10 Oct 2010 04:00:34 +0000

Lots to talk about this week, since we’ll be on vacation for the next few weeks (don’t worry, we’ll still have stuff for you to download). We’ve got a quick review of Steven Barrett’s new book, The Hastle-Free Walt Disney World Vacation 2011, your feedback on the ongoing “live music” controversy, a review of ElecTRONica, and a range of opinions on the new Disney Parks marketing campaign. Plus, the latest news and updates!

Mouse Guest Weekly #271 – 10/03/10

Dan — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 04:00:02 +0000

This week, it’s a special vidcast episode, featuring clips from our no-longer-available Atmosphears DVDs. Sit back, relax, and take a trip around the World…

Shermania!

Dan — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 15:52:15 +0000

Our friend Gary Chambers, over at the Mouse Lounge, has helped put together a short film you should all take a look at:

Produced as a tribute to Disney Legends, the Sherman Brothers, “Shermania!” the film began life first as a song. Robert and Richard Sherman’s Father, Tin Pan Alley tune-smith, Al Sherman, told his boys to follow the three S’s when writing songs: make them singable, simple, and sincere.

With that ideal as inspiration, composer Jerry Ranger and author/lyricist Cynthia Ferrell co-wrote the song, “Singable, Simple, and Sincere”. The song is performed by Tess Ferrell, now lead singer in “Big Band Beat,” a broadway-style show on the American Waterfront at Tokyo DisneySea.

The film, now titled, “Shermania!” was shot over the course of two days in August 2010 in Los Angeles and Thousand Oaks, California, under the direction of Cynthia Ferrell & Brian McDonald and stars Tess Ferrell and Jerry Ranger.

Other credits include:

Cinematographer: Tim Carr

Editors: Brian McDonald, Chuck Lewis & Nick Brosco

Boom operator and production support: Gary Chambers

Script supervisor: Nancy Friedman

Musical arrangement & performance: David Vasquez

Recorded, mixed, & mastered: Jeff Lewis at Moonlight Studios, Los Angeles

With special thanks to Gregg Sherman

The film is distributed by the Mouse Lounge Podcast

More formats to download can be found on Gary’s Website.

Mouse Guest Weekly #270 – 9/26/10

Dan — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 04:00:34 +0000

Lots of news and feedback, some of which everyone seems to be all “meh.” Disney Parks has announced their new campaign, “Let the Memories Begin” and made a big ol’ deal about it. Hear what we and and some of our listeners have to say about the whole rigmarole, plus more news and commentary.

Mouse Guest Weekly #269 – 9/19/10

Dan — Sun, 19 Sep 2010 04:00:21 +0000

This week, we’ve got a little audio from the world of Disney Animation. First, the audio from an extinct show in Disneyland history called Animazement, which incorporates music from Disney’s Animated Features of the 90s. Then, we continue the theme with the background music of the Animation Courtyard in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Enjoy!

Mouse Guest Weekly #268 – 9/12/10

Dan — Sun, 12 Sep 2010 04:00:42 +0000

Lots of feedback! We like feedback! Hear what you and your fellow Mouse Guests have to say about Tron in the parks, the layout of Hollywood Studios, formal nights on the Cruise Ships, Disney Blogs and… Titanic the Musical? Then, in the news, Disney Moms, The Benefit Sale at Downtown Disney and football. Always gotta be some football.

Mouse Guest Weekly #267 – 9/05/10

Dan — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 04:00:02 +0000

This week, a little bit of feedback regarding live music at WDW and Disney Cruises, followed by some news about additions to Space Mountain in the Magic Kingdom, new character meet ‘n’ greets, and more!

Mouse Guest Weekly #266 – 8/29/10

Dan — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 04:00:50 +0000

Since it’s a slow news week in the Disney universe and Eric hasn’t seen his family in a week, we decided to put together a WMGW show for you. The theme this time is “Happiness,” and we’ve picked out 20 of the happiest tunes from the Disney library. Enjoy!