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English, News media, 1 season, 210 episodes, 4 days, 17 hours, 26 minutes
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Get the inside scoop on all the latest Disney news, and hear from the talented people who are making it all happen. From the fascinating talents in front of the camera to the creative minds behind the scenes, we are taking you Inside Disney.
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Bonus: D23 Inside Disney Rings in Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure

Ring in the Year of the Dragon with D23 Inside Disney, as we celebrate at Disney California Adventure Park! See what went into planning the park’s Lunar New Year festivities—from themed eats and treats to special performances and everything in between.
2/1/202411 minutes, 7 seconds
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Episode 206: Stars and Director Chat Marvel Studios' "Echo"

The stars of Marvel Studios’ Echo—Alaqua Cox, Vincent D’Onofrio, Chaske Spencer, and Devery Jacobs—along with director Sydney Freeland sit down with D23 Inside Disney for a behind-the-scenes look at the highly anticipated new series.
1/12/202424 minutes, 48 seconds
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Episode 205: "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" and A Look Back & A Look Ahead

Percy Jackson and the Olympians stars with Walker Scobell (Percy), Leah Sava Jeffries (Annabeth), and Aryan Simhadri (Grover) give D23 Inside Disney all the electrifying details about their new Disney+ Original series. Plus, we discuss some of our favorites from “the year that was” around the worlds of Disney—and what we’re looking forward to in 2024.
12/28/202321 minutes, 8 seconds
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Bonus: D23 Inside Disney - Holiday Magic at Disneyland Resort

D23 Inside Disney jingles all the way to the Disneyland Resort to find out how the merry magic is created. From making the resort look its yuletide best, to this year’s festive eats and treats and spirited entertainment offerings... snow one else has all the seasonal scoop.
12/14/202315 minutes, 19 seconds
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Episode 204: Holiday Fun on Disney+

D23 Inside Disney gets into the holiday spirit and sits down with the stars of two Disney+ originals—Madison Skye Validum and Lil Rel Howery from Dashing Through the Snow and Austin Kane from The Santa Clauses, in its second season—to hear about what went into creating all that merry magic!
12/7/202328 minutes, 30 seconds
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Bonus: D23 Inside Disney Goes Behind the Magic of "Wish"

D23 Inside Disney looks to the stars to guide us behind-the-scenes of Disney’s newest animated feature Wish! Find out about the making of the film from Oscar® winner Ariana DeBose (“Asha”), directors Chris Buck and Fawn Veerasunthorn, and co-writer (and Walt Disney Animation Studios chief creative officer) Jennifer Lee; see how Wish has arrived at Disney Parks; and more!
11/21/202320 minutes, 2 seconds
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Episode 204: Behind the Scenes of “The Marvels” Preshow Spectacular at Disneyland Paris

Disney Parks executive creative director Dana Harrel on creating the incredible new preshow for the Avengers: Power the Night spectacular at Disneyland Paris, based on The Marvels—how it came to be, what guests can expect (including over 500 drones!), and more. 
11/2/202317 minutes, 48 seconds
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Episode 203: D23 Inside Disney Celebrates Once Upon A Studio

D23 Inside Disney takes you behind the scenes of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ new short Once Upon a Studio! Hear from directors Dan Abraham and Trent Correy and animators Eric Goldberg and Andrew Feliciano, and see what went into making such a special part of the Disney100 celebration.
10/20/202315 minutes, 33 seconds
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Episode 202: Behind the Scenes of Disney’s "Launchpad" Season 2

Producer Phillip Domfeh and executive producer Mahim Ibrahim on the second season of Launchpad on Disney+, which features a collection of live-action shorts from a new generation of filmmakers. Hear about responses to the first season; how this season’s theme of “connection” comes into play; and so much more.
10/12/202331 minutes, 1 second
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Episode 201: Kirsten Lepore on "I Am Groot"

Writer/director/executive producer Kirsten Lepore on the Disney+ series I Am Groot—how the second season is “weirder and wilder”; the familial reason for some of Baby Groot’s behaviors; inspiration from silent film stars; and more!
9/28/202319 minutes
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Episode 200: Behind the Scenes of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Restored Classic Shorts

Karen Weissman, Restoration & Preservation Manager at The Walt Disney Studios, on the process by which over 25 classic Walt Disney Animation Studios shorts were revitalized; the chance to bring them to a whole new audience on Disney+ for this year’s Disney100 celebration; and more. 
8/17/202321 minutes, 9 seconds
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Episode 199: Jordan D. White on 60 Years of X-Men

Marvel Comics editor Jordan D. White on how he first became an avid X-Men reader himself; his (very busy) creative process; what surprises him about X-Men fans; and how the mutant metaphor holds a mirror up to society in a unique, and memorable, way. 
8/3/202338 minutes, 33 seconds
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Episode 198: Creative Team and Kevin Feige on "Rogers: The Musical"

The creatives behind the all-new, limited-time Rogers: The Musical at Disney California Adventure Park on how the very first song written shaped the whole show; recruiting the “super” team for the production, both on stage and off; and taking the audience on a larger-than-life adventure. Plus, Kevin Feige talks the initial idea and inspiration behind the musical.
7/13/202338 minutes, 50 seconds
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Episode 197: Yvette Nicole Brown and Bobby Moynihan on "Pupstruction"

Pupstruction stars Yvette Nicole Brown and Bobby Moynihan on whether dogs make good contractors; favorite catchphrases; and dream roles within the worlds of Disney.
7/6/202320 minutes, 56 seconds
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Episode 196: Director and Costars on "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny"

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny director James Mangold and costars Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Mads Mikkelsen, Ethann Isadore, Shaunette Renee Wilson, and Boyd Holbrook on what they love about Indy; seeing Harrison Ford in his iconic costume for the first time; and the extraordinary scope of the film.
6/29/202328 minutes, 5 seconds
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Episode 195: Cobie Smulders on Marvel Studios’ "Secret Invasion"

Secret Invasion star Cobie Smulders on what excites her about returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe; how Maria Hill and Nick Fury's relationship is tested in the new series; and what it was like being in the room with the Avengers for the first time!
6/22/202323 minutes, 20 seconds
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D23 Inside Disney Explores the World of Elemental

Elemental debuts in theaters tomorrow, but before you're blown away by Pixar's latest film, discover dazzling behind-the-scenes details and exclusive interviews that will ignite your imagination.
6/16/202314 minutes, 42 seconds
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Episode 194: Raven-Symoné on "Raven’s Home"

Raven-Symoné talks about standing next to Disney Legend Julie Andrews, keeping in touch with the Cheetah Girls, and things she loves about the new season of Raven’s Home.
6/8/202324 minutes, 56 seconds
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Episode 193: Jodi Benson on "The Little Mermaid"

Disney Legend Jodi Benson shares her magical blue carpet moment with Halle Bailey, her thoughts on interpretations of the film’s beloved songs, and why she thinks Ariel’s story is timeless.
6/1/202327 minutes, 10 seconds
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Episode 192: Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem

The Electric Mayhem Band on the origins of the band, working with Dr. Teeth’s parents, and playing at D23 Expo for Disney and Muppet fans.
5/25/202318 minutes, 38 seconds
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Episode 191: A Cavalcade of Disney Stars Unite

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 had an extraordinary opening weekend, The Lion King celebrated a milestone performance on Broadway, more D23 Member events announced for 2023, Disney dining plan and Parks reservation updates announced for Walt Disney World Resort, experiences inspired by Encanto and Soul have arrived onboard the Disney Magic, Pupstruction is coming in June, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings will have its broadcast debut, the new season of Dancing with the Stars will simulcast on both Disney+ and ABC, and a premiere date has been announced for Hulu's Drag Me to Dinner. Plus, a cavalcade of Disney stars—Heidi Blickenstaff, Yvette Nicole Brown, Ashley Eckstein, Jason George, Bret Iwan, and Ming-Na Wen—come together this week to share behind-the-scenes Disney stories, who screams on coasters, and a possible… collaboration?
5/11/202356 minutes, 27 seconds
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Episode 190: Karen Gillan on “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3”

Where guests can find Ariel from the all-new The Little Mermaid in Disney Parks, how Disney celebrated World Wish Day, James Corden and Tom Cruise team up for The Lion King, amazing reveals for Walt Disney Animation Studios’s Wish, Taika Waititi scores with Next Goal Wins, a haunting A Haunting in Venice trailer, when Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania will stream on Disney+, Maggie Simpson stars in a new Star Wars-themed The Simpsons short, details on the new Disney Channel animated series Hailey’s On It!, the scoop on ABC’s The Game Show Show, Disney’s 34 Daytime Emmy Award nominations, a new Disney Lorcana game is coming, and Adventures by Disney to visit the country that inspired Encanto and more in 2024. Plus, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 star Karen Gillan reveals the hardest MCU secret she had to keep, her favorite Disney Parks attraction, and how Nebula is a cross between Marilyn Monroe and Clint Eastwood.
5/4/202328 minutes, 23 seconds
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Episode 189: Yara Shahidi on “Peter Pan & Wendy”

Official American Born Chinese trailer revealed, the all-new hip-hop musical comedy adventure World’s Best will stream exclusively on Disney+, Spider-Man and Venom arrive on Disney+, Elemental will close out the Cannes Film Festival, and the Stan Lee documentary is coming in June. Plus, Peter Pan & Wendy star Yara Shahidi on filming black-ish at Walt Disney World Resort, the joys of Space Mountain, and starring in ads for Disney store (when she was 5!).
4/27/202325 minutes, 6 seconds
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Episode 188: Don Hahn on Becoming a Disney Legend

New details have been announced forTiana's Bayou Adventure, Disneyland After Dark celebrates with Pride Nite, Disneyland Paris has revealed new updates for 2023, dates unveiled for the 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE, ESPN has earned an industry-leading 59 Sports Emmy nominations, a thrilling trailer is out for the Disney+ movie Crater, Disney+ reveals incredible guest stars and a trailer for The Muppets Mayhem, and Freeform’s summer lineup is announced. Plus, newly minted Disney Legend Don Hahn on creating attractions for EPCOT, what producing Beauty and the Beast entailed, and the celebrity he was most nervous about working with.
4/20/202345 minutes, 16 seconds
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Episode 187: Peyton Elizabeth Lee on “Prom Pact”

All the big announcements out of Star Wars Celebration Europe, Marvel Studios released the first trailer for The Marvels, Walt Disney Studios shares a new look at Peter Pan & Wendy, a new documentary about BTS member SUGA is coming to Disney+, details on DisneyBand+ coming to Disney Cruise Line, Rogers: The Musical has an opening date at Disney California Adventure park, the latest Disney Dreamlight Valley content update involves Disney Parks and characters from The Lion King, and annual pass sales are returning to Walt Disney World Resort. Plus, Prom Pact star Peyton Elizabeth Lee on the magic of Aulani, screaming Imagine Dragons, and trying to get away from Milo Manheim (not really).
4/13/202324 minutes, 25 seconds
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Episode 186: Ridley Pearson on “The Kingdom Keepers”

Disney announces Earth Month celebratory activities, Crater is coming to Disney+, Marvel Studios reveales the release date for Secret Invasion, The Muppets Mayhem debut date announced, Dwayne Johnson reveals plans for a live-action reimagining of Disney’s Moana, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny will premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, more details about the two new Disney Cruise Line ships on the horizon, and the first West Coast Disney Vacation Club member lounge is coming to Disneyland Resort. Plus, author Ridley Pearson on the latest—EPCOT-themed!—chapter in the Kingdom Keepers series, running into Maleficent, and having “it’s a small world” scare the wits out of him.
4/6/202336 minutes, 34 seconds
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Episode 185: Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez on “Up Here”

New trailer for Disney and Pixar’s Elemental, incredible amenities revealed for the first Storyliving by Disney community, Disney Cruise Line has announced worldwide destinations for 2024, ABC has announced premiere dates for new and returning series, sneak peek of animated shorts for Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures, Disney Channel revealed a premiere date and trailer for season six of Raven's Home, Paolo Montalban reunites with Brandy in the new Descendants movie. Plus, Disney songwriting power team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Bobby Lopez on their new musical series Up Here, finding Finding Nemo — The Musical, a WandaVision song origin story, and the most surprising place they have heard “Let It Go.”
3/30/202328 minutes, 28 seconds
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Episode 184: Lyndon Smith on “National Treasure: Edge of History”

Jeff "Swampy" Marsh to join return of Phineas & Ferb, a premiere date has been revealed for season two of The Ghost and Molly McGee, a revealing four-part docuseries about Ed Sheeran is coming to Disney+, the behind-the-scenes Disney100: The Exhibition – Making the Magic set to premiere, the reimagined Mickey’s Toontown reopened at Disneyland Park, Star Wars Month will return to Disneyland Resort with fan favorites, Disney Speedstorm has announced an early access date, new announcements for entertainment and experiences coming to Walt Disney World Resort, and toys and clothing inspired by The Little Mermaid are available now. Plus, D23 Member—and star of National Treasure: Edge of History—Lyndon Smith on those crazy twists, the best churro she ate at Disneyland, and the dinosaur grasshopper in her car.
3/23/202337 minutes, 45 seconds
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Episode 183: Kerry Washington on “Unprisoned”

Remembering Disney Legend Rolly Crump, Disney Oscar wins, a The Little Mermaid reveal, details on season two of The Bear, premiere date announced for American Born Chinese, Meryl Streep hilariously featured in the season three teaser for Only Murders in the Building, National Geographic Documentary Film's Wild Life trailer, and more details revealed about Disney Cruise Line’s new Bahamian island destination Lighthouse Point. Plus, UnPrisoned star and executive producer Kerry Washington on Moana, her favorite Scandal, becoming a character on The Simpsons, loving Reese Witherspoon, and visiting every Walt Disney World Resort theme park on New Year’s Day.
3/16/202332 minutes, 21 seconds
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Episode 182: Katee Sackhoff on “The Mandalorian”

Music from Wondrous Journeys is now available to stream, new ways to celebrate the Oscars at Disney Parks, remembering Disney Legend Burny Mattison, the creep-tacular Haunted Mansion teaser trailer materializes, haunting scoop on the new season of Secrets of Sulphur Springs, Miley Cyrus and Disney are reuniting, Disney+ has released a trailer for The Crossover, details on Jeremy Renner’s Rennervations, Typhoon Lagoon reopening date announced, a new doll in a wheelchair has been added to Magic Kingdom’s “it's a small world,” and one of the original Disney Railroad steam engines returns to service. Plus, The Mandalorian star Katee Sackhoff on series surprises, Disneyland days, how Bo-Katan is a Disney Princess, and why she loves Jar Jar Binks.
3/9/202330 minutes, 24 seconds
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Episode 181: Stephen Broussard on “Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania”

Josh Gad was a Jungle Cruise skipper for a day, Rogers: The Musical is coming to Disneyland Resort, Disney has details on Prom Pact, Eric Stonestreet is joining the cast of The Santa Clauses, Bono & The Edge: A Sort of Homecoming, with Dave Letterman has a new funny trailer, Peter Pan & Wendy soar to new heights in a new trailer, what to expect on Oscar night including new performers, even more amazing Disney awards season wins during, The Lion King choreographer Garth Fagan was honored at the Smithsonian Museum, and the Walt Disney and El Grupo: A Trip Through Latin America exhibition has debuted in Mexico City. Plus, spoiler alert! Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania executive producer Stephen Broussard on Easter Eggs you missed, tying the multiverse together, and what’s coming next for Loki.
3/2/202338 minutes, 19 seconds
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Episode 180: Bob Gurr on Treasures From “Disney:100 The Exhibition”

Avatar: The Way of Water breaks more records, a hilarious new Oscars trailer featuring Jimmy Kimmel (and great guests!) debuts, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania has a gigantic opening, Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania experiences have come to Disney Parks, Disneyland After Dark brings two more themed "nites" this spring, details on San Fransokyo Square at Disney California Adventure revealed, there's a new trailer for The Little Mermaid, Disney+ releases a trailer for Chang Can Dunk, a love triangle revealed for Doogie Kamealoha, M.D. season two, Turning the Tables with Robin Roberts second season features an incredible roster of talent, and Ryan Seacrest is departing Live With Kelly and Ryan. Plus, Disney Legend Bob Gurr reveals his favorite treasures from Disney100: The Exhibition, what he learned from riding Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and his favorite memory of Walt.
2/23/202335 minutes, 18 seconds
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Episode 179: Evangeline Lilly on “Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania”

Every spot from the Big Game, the upcoming season of American Idol is returning to Aulani Resort, details on the new game Disney Illusion Island, updated reopening date for Mickey's Toontown at Disneyland, Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons has unveiled a new collection of Disney Princess-inspired gowns and dresses, Disney Channel will debut the new show Saturdays as well as the season three premiere of Secrets of Sulphur Springs, more info revealed for Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures, huge names added to the Star Wars Celebration talent lineup, and Disney announced that sequels are in the works for the Toy Story, Zootopia and Frozen franchises and an Avatar experience is coming to Disneyland Resort. Plus, Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania star Evangeline Lilly on her drop-tastic visit to Avengers Campus, her Lizzie McGuire Movie “cameo,” and why she loves the finale of LOST.
2/16/202329 minutes, 2 seconds
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Episode 178: Becky Cline on “Disney100: The Exhibition”

Encanto's massive night at the Grammy Awards, Marvel will release Scott Lang’s “memoir,” the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival has announced the Garden Rocks Concert Series lineup, The Walt Disney Company continues its work with children's hospitals in 2023, Star Wars: Visions release date announced, The Mandalorian to make its broadcast television debut, story details about Tiana's Bayou Adventure revealed, TRON Lightcycle / Run is on the cover of the next Disney twenty-three, Pixar Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea are returning for 2024 sailings aboard Disney Cruise Line, and Marvel Studios’ Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is now the most-watched Marvel film premiere on Disney+ globally. Plus, Walt Disney Archives director Becky Cline reveals what guests will discover inside Disney100: The Exhibition from Mary Poppins’ carousel horses and lightsabers to Tinker Bell’s chime and a “kiss goodnight” worthy of the Disney Parks.
2/9/202333 minutes, 49 seconds
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Episode 177: Lisette Olivera on “National Treasure: Edge of History”

Avatar: The Way of Water breaks another record, Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest are returning to host the Live After Oscar Show, MCU secrets revealed in Marvel Cinematic Universe: An Official Timeline book coming in September, details for Tokyo Disney Resort's 40th Anniversary celebration have been revealed, ESPN teamed up with the NFL make a “super” Make-A-Wish dream come true, Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023 has announced its first celebrity guests, a chilling trailer for The Boogeyman is out now, Disney+ has debuted the trailer for the new Latin American original series The Low Tone Club, and Hulu has ordered a King of the Hill reboot. Plus, National Treasure: Edge of History star Lisette Olivera on filming her “air-deprived” scene with Justin Bartha, riding the Incredicoaster with her costars during D23 Expo, and who she thinks Jess should be with: Ethan or Liam.
2/2/202339 minutes, 19 seconds
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Episode 176: Jeanette Lomboy and Roger Heartsner on Everything Coming to Disneyland Resort

The Walt Disney Company leads all studios with 22 Academy Award nominations, Avatar: The Way of Water has become the sixth film in history to surpass $2 billion globally, EPCOT has debuted animated new parking lot names, Te Fiti has arrived at the World Nature neighborhood of EPCOT, Disneyland Resort is honoring Black History Month with Celebrate Gospel, Star Wars Galaxy of Creatures is back for season two, details on the Disney Channel animated series Kiff, and Onyx Collective has announced plans to expand its slate for Hulu. Plus, get the scoop on all the Disney100 magic coming to Disneyland Resort from hidden details on Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway and the characters you can’t miss in World of Color – One and Wondrous Journeys. Plus, a sneak peek at what’s coming later this year!
1/26/202337 minutes, 45 seconds
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Episode 175: James Monroe Iglehart on “Superkitties”

Awards season is here and The Walt Disney Company is winning big, a bevy of amazing Disney Parks updates and announcements from around the world, future streaming and TV projects revealed including the return of Phineas & Ferb, Disney+ has debuted the new trailer for Star Wars: The Mandalorian season three, a Black Panther: Wakanda Forever music special is coming to Disney+, and the students for this year’s Disney Dreamers Academy have been selected. Plus, Disney’s Aladdin Tony® Award winner James Monroe Iglehart on bringing Hercules to the stage, a Disenchanted weather surprise, playing the villainous Mr. Puppypaws, and wishing upon a “star” at Disneyland.
1/19/202343 minutes, 52 seconds
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Episode 174: Thomas Schumacher on Disney Theatrical Productions

Dazzling details of “World of Color – ONE” at Disney California Adventure Park revealed, the schedule for nighttime spectaculars at Walt Disney World is here, the opening date for TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom Park announced, new updates for Downtown Disney District, the 2023-2024 runDisney race season dates have been announced, Marvel Studios has debuted an action-packed trailer for Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever gets Disney+ streaming date, IMAX signature sound by DTS is coming to Disney+, the 2023 FIRST Robotics season is set with Disney Imagineers as mentors, Adventures by Disney has announced their 2024 River Cruise itineraries, and new 2024 travel opportunities with National Geographic. Plus, Disney Theatrical Productions' Thomas Schumacher on his biggest memory from The Lion King 25, adapting Hercules for the stage, and what’s on the musical horizon (hint: it’s Hidden Figures).
1/12/202341 minutes, 47 seconds
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Episode 173: Bob Weis - Global Imagineering Ambassador for Walt Disney Imagineering

ABC and The Wonderful World of Disney airing fan-favorite movies every Sunday night in January including Finding Nemo, new details about the upcoming Disneyland nighttime spectacular Wondrous Journeys, remembering Disney Legend Barbara Walters, Avatar: The Way of Water’s out-of-this-world box office, and Aladdin celebrates its 3,000th performance on Broadway and enters a prestigious club. Plus, Legendary Imagineer Bob Weis on the ultimate “Hidden Mickey,” creating the original Tower of Terror, a theme park in space, and why retirement isn’t the end of his Disney career.
1/5/202336 minutes, 55 seconds
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Episode 172: Disney’s Best of 2022… and 2023

From Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Turning Red, Andor, and Hocus Pocus 2 to Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Avatar: The Way of Water, and the Disney Wish... From TRON: Lightcycle / Run, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, Disney100: The Exhibition to Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway, Only Murders in the Building, and Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania... the hosts break down their favorites of 2022 and what they're looking forward to in 2023. Plus, the fans weigh in with their choices!
12/29/202224 minutes, 43 seconds
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Bonus: Trinity Jo-Li Bliss and Jack Champion on "Avatar: The Way of Water"

Bonus episode! Avatar: The Way of Water stars Trinity Jo-Li Bliss and Jack Champion on holding their breaths, wildest stunts, the magic of Pandora—The World of Avatar at Walt Disney World Resort, and a full circle Paul Rudd moment from Avengers: Endgame to D23 Expo.
12/27/202220 minutes, 33 seconds
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Episode 170: Sigourney Weaver on “Avatar: The Way of Water”

The Walt Disney Company big Children’s & Family Emmy Awards, Disney earned 43 Golden Globe nominations, D23 has announced events to honor The Walt Disney Company’s 100-Year Anniversary, new details on season two of The Bad Batch, Disney’s conservation grants have been announced, info on Disneyland After Dark is returning in 2023, Disney+ has greenlit a re-imagining of the successful Witch Mountain franchise, Strange World will make its Disney+ debut in December, and amazing guest stars coming to season two of The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder. Plus, Sigourney Weaver on playing a teenager in Avatar: The Way of Water, voicing inanimate objects for Pixar, and her surprising connection to EPCOT.
12/15/202232 minutes, 34 seconds
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Episode 169: Auli’i Cravalho on “Darby and the Dead”

Big Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny reveals, Marvel Studios has released a first look at Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3, a new video for Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania has been released, Walt Disney Animation Studios released the first Oswald the Lucky Rabbit short in nearly 95 years, early details have been released for Tiana's Bayou Adventure, season two of Magic of Disney's Animal Kingdom is coming, season three of The Mandalorian gets a date, and CMA Country Christmas will return to ABC. Plus, the delightful Auli'i Cravalho on her to-die-for role in Darby and the Dead, the wild way she learned she’d play Moana, and beating nerves to perform The Little Mermaid Live!
12/8/202228 minutes, 9 seconds
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Episode 168: Pom Klementieff on “The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special”

Holiday events are underway at parks from coast to coast, Disney is delivering 75,000 toys to children in need this holiday season through the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive, the full lineup announced for the 2023 DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series at EPCOT, Disney Cruise Line is celebrating 25 years during “Silver Anniversary at Sea,” Strange World-inspired items and experiences are now at the Disney Parks and beyond, the final trailer for Avatar: The Way of Water has been released, Disney+ has revealed new details for Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules, and Night at the Museum: Kahmunrah Rises Again cast and details announced. Plus, The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special star Pom Klementieff on that big spoiler, seeing herself in Disney Parks attractions, and what might be next for Mantis.
12/1/202225 minutes, 55 seconds
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Episode 167: Jake Gyllenhaal, Dennis Quaid and Jaboukie Young-White on “Strange World”

Robert A. Iger has been appointed CEO by the Disney Board of Directors, details have been released for the ABC/Disney Parks holiday specials, “Disney Christmas” is returning to Tokyo Disneyland, Mickey's Toontown reopening date revealed, the Lunar New Year Celebration and Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival will return in 2023, Disney Cruise Line has announced the acquisition of a new ship, Disney and Pixar have released Elemental news, Disney and Avatar are launching the “Keep Our Oceans Amazing” campaign, Brandy and Rita Ora have been cast in the Disney+ Original Movie The Pocketwatch, Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest 2023 has announced its star-studded host lineup, and a Sofia the First spinoff has been announced. Plus, Strange World stars Jaboukie Young- White, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Dennis Quaid on go-to Disney songs, eating churros on coasters, and (of course) The Parent Trap.
11/23/202234 minutes, 36 seconds
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Episode 166: Idina Menzel on “Disenchanted”

Details on Our America: Reclaiming Turtle Island, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever record box office opening and Disney donated $1 million to students in STEM and arts education in honor of the film opening, celebrating The Lion King’s 25th anniversary on Broadway, the innovation on display at 2022 Disney Accelerator Demo Day, details on the Adventureland Treehouse coming to Disneyland, treasures revealed for Disney100: The Exhibition, Disneyland and Disneyland Paris have even more ways to celebrate Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Amorette's Patisserie Cake Decorating Experience is returning to Disney Springs, special guests announced for Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium, and the first two episodes of Andor will air on ABC, FX, Freeform and Hulu for the Thanksgiving holiday. Plus, Disney Legend Idina Menzel on getting to sing in Disenchanted, recording “Let It Go” for the first time, and the thing she learned in when starting out that she carries through today.
11/17/202225 minutes, 57 seconds
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Episode 165: Bonnie Hunt on “Zootopia+”

The new Disney twenty-three goes behind-the-scenes of Avatar: The Way of Water, where to see a sneak peek of Strange World at Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line, the excitement for Disenchanted continues to build with a new trailer, details on Marvel Day at Sea returning to Disney Cruise Line in 2023, the Disney Wish float is returning for the 96th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, Freeform's 25 Days of Christmas programming announced, The Walt Disney Company launched the 2022 Disney Ultimate Toy Drive, Wakanda Forever: The Official Black Panther Podcast explores the next chapter in the story of Wakanda, Chibi Tiny Tales combine beloved Disney characters and favorite Disney Parks attractions, celebrating the life of Disney Legend Alice Davis, the Star Wars series The Acolyte has announced its complete cast, the Percy Jackson Disney+ series has cast Lin-Manuel Miranda in an incredible role, two Marvel behind-the-scenes specials have debuted on Disney+, The Walt Disney Company earned 86 Children’s & Family Emmy Award nominations, and Jimmy Kimmel will host the 2023 Oscars. Plus, Zootopia+ star Bonnie Hunt on riding Radiator Springs Racers, cracking up with Owen Wilson, and if she’s more of a “Dolly” or a “Sally.”
11/10/202227 minutes, 48 seconds
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Episode 164: Harvey Guillén on “Mickey Mouse Funhouse”

Rihanna’s new song and video from the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever soundtrack, details on The Parent Test coming to ABC, the host and the first round of performers announced for the upcoming American Music Awards, Encanto at The Hollywood Bowl will be available to stream on Disney+, holiday programming for kids across Disney Branded Television, Tokyo Disney Resort has shared new details on its eighth port of call—Fantasy Springs, Blizzard Beach is re-opening with Frozen surprises, the first details have been revealed for EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, National Geographic has announced massive travel updates, and Disney has announced a multi-year grant for Florida A&M University to increase access to careers in storytelling and innovation. Plus, What We Do in the Shadows star Harvey Guillén on what’s next for Guillermo, voicing the Funhouse itself in Mickey Mouse Funhouse, and how he once thought cartoons were made.
11/3/202235 minutes, 3 seconds
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Episode 163: Doug Jones on “Hocus Pocus 2”

Fantasmic! is returning to Disney's Hollywood Studios; Martin Short, Shania Twain, David Alan Grier and more join the cast of Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration; Disney+ debuts the trailer for The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special; ABC reveals specials and series as part of its holiday programming; Adventures by Disney adds an Adriatic Expedition Cruise; The Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania trailer is here; Disney+ will become the new global home for upcoming seasons of Doctor Who outside of the U.K. and Ireland; a trailer for Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules has been released; Disney+ reveals a new poster for Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium; Disney announced a $1 million multi-year grant to Exceptional Minds in support of inclusion and diversity in entertainment; and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever to be celebrated at Disneyland Resort. Plus, Hocus Pocus 2 star Doug Jones on Billy’s accent, dancing with Disney Legend Bette Midler, and trying to use Mary Poppins to clean his room.
10/27/202238 minutes, 12 seconds
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Episode 162: Kat Coiro on “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law”

The official trailer is out for the Disney+ Series Save our Squad with David Beckham, MagicBand+ is debuting soon at Disneyland Resort, a baby Okapi was born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, National Geographic Live prepares for a 2022-2023 North American tour, Disney and Starlight Children’s Foundation unveiled new experiences bringing comfort and joy to patients at Children’s National Hospital, Marvel celebrates Disney100 with special "What If...?" comic covers featuring Mickey and Friends, BUNK'D has been renewed for season seven on Disney Channel, National Geographic announced the third year of its Field Ready Program, and the first poster for Disney’s The Little Mermaid was just revealed. Plus, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law director and executive producer Kat Coiro breaks down the twisty finale, Daredevil’s costume, Easter eggs, and what’s (maybe) ahead for Jen.
10/20/202228 minutes, 43 seconds
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Episode 161: Michael Giacchino on “Werewolf By Night”

Holiday experiences revealed for Walt Disney World and Disneyland resorts, details on guided tours returning to Disneyland, Disney100 celebration at Disneyland Resort to offer special offerings, villains announced coming to Disney Mirrorverse in October, 'AMA 'AMA dining experience is returning to Aulani Resort, M'Baku is coming soon to Avengers Campus, big Disney announcements from New York Comic-Con, Disney+ and Nat Geo’s new trailer for Limitless with Chris Hemsworth, Disney Animation Immersive Experience is coming this December, and Idina Menzel takes audiences on a journey into her life in a new Disney + documentary. Plus, Werewolf by Night director and composer Michael Giacchino on geeking out with Kevin Feige, writing music for theme park attractions, and the story behind the flaming tuba.
10/13/202239 minutes, 57 seconds
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Episode 160: Disney Legend Tony Baxter and Imagineer Jodi McLaughlin on EPCOT 40

Pixar has released a Lightyear Sox White Noise Machine, details on Disney Branded Television’s The Slumber Party, cast announced for the Disney+ Original Series Genius: MLK/X, Disney After Hours events are returning to Walt Disney World, Marvel Studios has released a new trailer for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, big news on Marvel's Armor Wars, 20th Century Studios to begin production on Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, and Schitt's Creek is now on Hulu. Plus, to celebrate EPCOT 40, Disney Legend Tony Baxter and Imagineer Jodi McLaughlin offer a look back—and forward—at this extraordinary park with some surprising stories.
10/6/202249 minutes, 24 seconds
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Episode 159: Genevieve O'Reilly on “Andor”

Huge Deadpool 3 news, Walt Disney Animation Studios revealed new details about Strange World, Disney+ released a trailer for the David Beckham series Save Our Squad, why the original stars of the High School Musical franchise will be returning to East Side High for the next season of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, Hulu has released the trailer for Rosaline, the list of celebrity narrators for the 2022 Candlelight Processional at EPCOT has been announced, and Walt Disney World Resort will host the largest-ever HBCU week. Plus, Andor star Genevieve O’Reilly discusses what’s going on with Mon Mothma, singing The Little Mermaid, and loving the Ewoks.
9/29/202225 minutes, 17 seconds
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Episode 158: Mayim Bialik on “Celebrity Jeopardy”

Encanto voice cast to reunite for Hollywood Bowl concert performance, Star Wars: Tales From the Galaxy's Edge - Enhanced Edition is coming, a premiere date has been announced for the first of The Owl House's final three specials, the 2022 American Music Awards will return to ABC, Halloween programming details for Disney Channel, Disney Junior and Disney XD, MagicBand+ debuts this fall at Disneyland Resort with new features and experiences, and the Disney Dream will set sail out of Miami through the fall and winter. Plus, Celebrity Jeopardy host Mayim Bialik on playing a young Bette Midler for Beaches, filming Blossom at Disneyland, and why Alice in Wonderland is her favorite Disney movie.
9/22/202230 minutes, 31 seconds
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Episode 157: Diego Luna on “Andor”

Every major announcement from D23 Expo, from theme parks and movies, to television, streaming, and beyond! Plus, meet new host Nzinga Blake, and The Walt Disney Company continued to win awards at the Primetime Emmy Awards. Plus, Cassian himself—Diego Luna—on shaving his beard for Andor, visiting Disneyland with his kids, and the age-old question: with so much dust, does the Star Wars galaxy have showers?
9/15/202237 minutes, 50 seconds
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Episode 156: Larry the Cable Guy on “Cars on the Road”

The search is on for new planDisney panelists, John Williams premiered new music from Indiana Jones 5 at his Hollywood Bowl shows, Walt Disney’s airplane has made its cross-country journey to D23 Expo 2022, the all-star talent lineup has been revealed for the Disney Branded Television panel at D23 Expo—which will stream live, The Mysterious Benedict Society unveils a new mystery for Disney+, The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers season two trailer brings new faces, Freeform has announced its 31 Nights of Halloween programming lineup, Disney Original Documentary is on the musical If These Walls Could Sing, Disney’s big wins at the Creative Arts Emmys, the Big Sky season three trailer showcases new big stars, and there’s a new Disney Vacation Club Member Lounge coming to Disneyland Resort in 2023. Plus, Mater himself, Larry the Cable Guy, gets into Cars on the Road, the 30 times he rode Radiator Springs Racers, and why you’ll only hear him voice the beloved tow truck.
9/8/202229 minutes, 9 seconds
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Episode 155: Ashley Eckstein and Bret Iwan

Can’t-miss panels on the D23 Expo livestream, Disney+ reveals new details for the live-action Pinocchio, Judy Greer stars in the Reboot trailer, the first celebrity guests have been announced for Norman Lear: 100 Years of Music & Laughter, and details have been released for the new EPCOT attraction Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Plus, Ashley Eckstein and Bret Iwan discuss voicing Ahsoka Tano and Mickey Mouse, working together on an out-of-this-world new collection, and a Peter Pan costume gone very wrong.
9/1/202238 minutes, 44 seconds
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Episode 154: Dan Povenmire on “Hamster & Gretel”

New content premiering globally revealed for Disney+ Day as well as celebrations across Disney Parks, Experiences and Products and AMC Theatres, more celebrities adding their voices to Disney Channel's Firebuds, more ofThe Villains of Valley View is coming to Disney Channel, the Enchanting Extras tours are returning to EPCOT, this year's Disney Legends inductees announced, Disney Aspire celebrates its fourth anniversary, and Avatar is returning to theaters for a limited time in September. Plus, Hamster & Gretel creator Dan Povenmire on sibling rivalry, grooving at the Phineas and Ferb Rockin’ Rollin’ Dance Party at the parks, and what Dr. Doofenshmirtz is up to these days.
8/25/202243 minutes, 9 seconds
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Episode 153: Tatiana Maslany on “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law”

Disney is streaming the Disney & Marvel GAMES SHOWCASE live from D23 Expo 2022, details on the Disney Bundle Pavilion at D23 Expo, scoop on Under Wraps 2 coming to Disney Channel, the cast has been revealed for the Aladdin North American tour, Mighty Thor is appearing at Avengers Campus in Disneyland Paris, date for the ad-supported Disney+ subscription tier announced, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story will return to IMAX theaters ahead of the debut of Andor, Prey opened as the biggest movie premiere on Hulu to date, the stars have aligned for Cinderella: The Reunion coming to ABC, and 20th Century Studios Rosaline coming to Hulu. Plus, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law star Tatiana Maslany on playing ping pong with an Avenger, losing her mind on Space Mountain, and why Robin Hood is hot.
8/18/202232 minutes, 51 seconds
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Episode 152: Michael Vargo on D23 Expo Details

Full D23 Expo schedule for panels and presentations available now, new shows and details announced at the 2022 Television Critics Association, the adorable 15th Annual Tour de Turtles is underway at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort, Disney and Starlight Children’s Hospital teamed up to bring a Spidey-themed event for kids at Texas Children’s Hospital, and big news on Turning the Tables with Robin Roberts. Plus, D23 Expo details with Michael Vargo including breaking news about a major livestream, the can’t-miss pavilions, and everything fans—in person and at home—need to prepare for the big event.
8/11/202234 minutes, 54 seconds
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Episode 151: Marcus Scribner on “Grown-ish”

Remembering Pat Carroll the voice of Ursula in The Little Mermaid, Marvel’s epic return to D23 Expo, Journey into Storytelling at D23 Expo will showcase immersive experiences for Disney television and streaming shows, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products announced their incredible plans for D23 Expo, Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning are joining forces on ABC, details on Norman Lear: 100 Years of Music and Laughter coming to ABC, what happens when you call 1-800-SHE-HULK, new Cars on the Road info, Disney+ revealed details—and a date—for Lucasfilm’s Andor, and entertainment and festive traditions are coming to Disneyland Resort for the Holiday Season. Plus, Grown-ish and Black-ish star Marcus Scribner on twinning with Yara Shahidi, playing the “nicest bully,” and rocking blue milk at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.
8/4/202234 minutes, 30 seconds
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Episode 150: Meg Donnelly and Matt Cornett on “Zombies 3”

Massive news from Comic-Con including announcements from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Marvel Animation and Disney+, the latest planDisney podcast sets its sights on the Disney Resorts, H.E.R. has been cast as Belle in ABC's Beauty and the Beast special, details behind Ryan Reynolds and Welcome to Wrexham, and new details released for LEGO Star Wars Summer Vacation. Plus, Meg Donnelly and Matt Cornett discuss ZOMBIES 3 on-set pranks, camping antics on High School Musical: The Musical: The Series season three, and on epic Disneyland adventure.
7/28/202235 minutes, 30 seconds
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Episode 149: Walt Disney Imagineering’s Laura Cabo on the “Disney Wish”

Disneyland Forever and Main Street Electrical Parade are ending their limited-time runs, date revealed for the season two of Marvel’s Spidey and His Amazing Friends premier on Disney Channel and Disney Junior, Alfonso Ribiero will join Tyra Banks as co-host of Dancing With the Stars, details on X Games 2022 with over fifteen hours of live coverage, Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios are bringing never-before-seen footage and new experiences to D23 Expo 2022, Disney on Broadway is returning to D23 Expo with their popular virtual reality performances, Disney Original Documentary has released the trailer for Mija, and find out when Lightyear is coming to Disney+. Plus, from bow to stern, Walt Disney Imagineer Laura Cabo reveals the Disney details and hidden secrets to be found aboard the Disney Wish.
7/21/202233 minutes, 18 seconds
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Episode 148: Natalie Portman on “Thor: Love and Thunder”

Marvel is celebrating sixty “Beyond Amazing” years of Spider-Man, the dazzling Light & Magic trailer from Lucasfilm has debuted, ZOM-BEATZ BASH is coming to Disney Springs and Downtown Disney this summer, exciting character dining returning to Walt Disney World, and the star-studded trailer for Amsterdam from writer/director David O. Russel is out now. Plus, Thor: Love and Thunder star Natalie Portman on the magic behind the film’s (hilarious-to-make) special effects, family trips to Disneyland, and her fondest Star Wars memory.
7/14/202224 minutes, 22 seconds
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Episode 147: Kevin and Frankie Jonas on “Claim to Fame”

The teaser trailer is here for Hocus Pocus 2, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series confirms guest stars Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Jojo Siwa, Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration is coming to ABC, all the Disney news coming out of 2022 ESSENCE Festival of Culture in New Orleans including the Disney Storytellers Fund at Howard University and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure coming to Disney Parks, the full lineup announced for the Eat to the Beat Concert Series at EPCOT, and the Disney Movie Moments Program is expanding to additional children’s hospitals. Plus, Claim to Fame hosts Kevin and Frankie Jonas on making Camp Rock, loving Turning Red's boyband 4*Town and their favorite Jonas Brothers song (Kevin was shocked by Frankie’s answer).
7/7/202236 minutes, 11 seconds
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Episode 146: Hayden Christensen on “Obi-Wan Kenobi”

Openings and re-openings at Disney Vacation Club and Disney villains are paying a visit, Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage will re-open on July 25th at Disneyland Park—with a new beloved character, holiday news announced for Disney Parks around the globe, Disney+ shared details about the upcoming original series The Santa Clauses, the LEGO Star Wars Summer Vacation trailer is out—and hilarious, the ZOMBIES 3 trailer introduces and out-of-this-world invasion, Say it With Pride: Disney+ Celebrates Pride 365 premieres on June 30th, and the Marvel Cinematic Universe in Timeline Order is available now on Disney+. Plus, Darth Vader himself, Hayden Christensen, on getting into the (very heavy) costume, his first meeting with Ewan McGregor to talk Obi-Wan Kenobi, and his Disney Princess of a daughter.
6/30/202226 minutes, 2 seconds
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Episode 145: Chris Evans on “Lightyear”

Iman Vellani and Ms. Marvel are joining Avengers: Quantum Encounter aboard the Disney Wish, the planDisney podcast offers an inside look at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Nat Geo's SharkFest will celebrate its 10th anniversary broadcasting on more platforms than ever before, premiere dates are set for ABC’s biggest shows of the fall, a huge slate of Disney animated programming announced at the Annecy Film Festival, incredible casting news for Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Strange World, first looks have been revealed for the homes at Cotino, and massive retail experiences announced for D23 Expo 2022. Plus, Lightyear star Chris Evans on Buzz vs. Cap, the chance of an MCU return, and all of his amazing Disney Parks favorites.
6/23/202227 minutes, 57 seconds
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Episode 144: Iman Vellani on “Ms. Marvel”

The biggest presentations announced for D23 Expo 2022, the Walt Disney Archives returns to D23 Expo with an all-new exhibit to celebrate 100 years of The Walt Disney Company, stunning America the Beautiful trailer revealed, more cast announced for the new Disney+ musical comedy The Muppets Mayhem, details on fan-favorite Halloween celebrations are returning to the Disneyland Resort, the Disney Wish christening ceremony will be livestreamed, Disney Channel’s Hamster & Gretel has been cast, Ms. Marvel has arrived at Avengers Campus, Hulu has announced five new shows, and a Derek Jeter documentary series is coming to ESPN. Plus, Ms. Marvel star Iman Vellani on her epic journey to the role, working with Brie Larson on The Marvels, Avengers Campus, and the 72(!) questions she asked Kevin Feige.
6/16/202228 minutes, 51 seconds
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Episode 143: Judy Greer on "Hollywood Stargirl"

New details for Marvel Studios’ I Am Groot have been revealed, Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness to debut on Disney+, a new trailer has been released for Trevor: The Musical, Walt Disney Animation Studios breaks news about Strange World, 20th Century Studios’ The Princess unveils a new kind of “Disney” princess, The Walt Disney Company will be the exclusive entertainment sponsor of the 2022 ESSENCE Festival of Culture, and the latest Disney On Ice show will feature Frozen and Encanto. Plus, Hollywood Stargirl star Judy Greer on Ant-Man antics, her Tomorrowland appearance, and how Fantasia changed her life.
6/9/202226 minutes, 58 seconds
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Episode 142: Xochitl Gomez on “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness”

Boba Fett and Fennec Shand have landed at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park, all the massive announcements from Star Wars Celebration 2022, Disney+ Day returns on September 8th, a sneak peek at Pinocchio with Tom Hanks, big casting news for Disney Junior’s Eureka!, TIME100: The World’s Most Influential People special returning to ABC, and exciting details for Avengers Campus at Disneyland Paris. Plus, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness star Xochitl Gomez on her sanctum-onious audition, a scene we didn’t see, and acting in The Little Mermaid… when she was five.
6/2/202226 minutes, 48 seconds
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Episode 141: Walt Disney Imagineer Wyatt Winter on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

Big Disney+ and Hulu announcements from National Streaming Day, the first trailer for Family Reboot is here, Marvel Studios has released new details on Thor: Love and Thunder, the first performers for EPCOT’s Eat to the Beat Concert Series lineup have been announced, a sneak peek of Lightyear is coming to Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line, the Disney Springs Art Walk launches this month, National Geographic Expeditions has announced their full lineup of 2023 Signature Land itineraries, and Disney Original Documentary has announced an upcoming feature documentary about Elton John. Plus, Walt Disney Imagineer Wyatt Winter guides us through the wild Easter eggs, awesome song selection process, and stellar surprises awaiting guests on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT.
5/26/202238 minutes, 31 seconds
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Episode 140: Disney Legend Danny Elfman on "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness"

The 2022 Disney Pride Collection is here, the hilarious She-Hulk trailer has dropped, details revealed about Disney and Pixar's upcoming feature film Elemental, Trevor: The Musical coming to Disney+, new info on the Disney+ series Family Reboot, production has begun on the new Marvel Studios series Echo, the Star Wars series Ahsoka has started filming, Hulu and Onyx have greenlit Unprisoned, massive music festivals coming to Hulu, three new shows coming to ABC, date announced for the 2023 Academy Awards, and Disney Junior Tour coming to 80 North American cities. Plus, Disney Legend Danny Elfman on scoring Mystic Manor, making Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, and his favorite scene from Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness.
5/19/202229 minutes, 2 seconds
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Episode 139: Mark Henn on Disney+ Series “Disney Sketchbook”

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness had a huge opening weekend, Avatar: The Way of Water teaser trailer has been released, Disney’s Summer Magic Quest special debuts in June on Disney Channel, BUNK’D will return next month with an expanded season, Disney is developing a new animated series based on the novel Cookies & Milk, Aryan Simhadri and Leah Sava Jeffries will co-star in Disney+’s Percy Jackson And The Olympians, a trailer and poster for the upcoming original film Rise has debuted, Disney+ has greenlit a new music-filled movie that will return viewers to the world of the Descendants franchise titled The Pocketwatch, Frederick Douglass is now being honored at Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln in Disneyland, there's a new Disney twenty-three magazine with a focus on the Disney Wish, Ashley Eckstein is hosting a new Star Wars series for kids, and an upcoming "Obi-Wan Wednesdays" products program will follow the footsteps of "Mando Mondays." Plus, from Disney princesses to a real-life princess, legendary animator Mark Henn on animating Mickey Mouse, his favorite heroine to draw, and creating Young Simba for the Disney+ Sketchbook series.
5/12/202246 minutes, 10 seconds
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Episode 138: Oscar Isaac and May Calamawy on “Moon Knight”

New Obi-Wan Kenobi trailer released, the latest Star Wars Celebration news including an out-of-this-world D23 Galactic Disco, details on the life-simulation adventure game Disney Dreamlight Valley, Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy's Edge VR experience has come to Disney Springs, Disneyland Resort’s big Halloween season announcements, Halloween on the High Seas is bringing a touch of Hocus Pocus to Disney Cruise Line, Disney Junior announcements from Disney Junior Fun Fest, Disney+'s Olivia Rodrigo: driving home 2 u (a SOUR film) is expanding to Hulu and Freeform, a new trailer for Chip ‘N Dale: Rescue Rangers, Disney Intertwined has been picked up for season two on Disney+, and big news about the Disney+ sequel Hollywood Stargirl. Plus, Moon Knight stars Oscar Isaac and May Calamawy on getting a body scan, visiting Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, Steven’s accent, and who’s “in control” of the body now.
5/5/202229 minutes, 24 seconds
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Episode 137: Ken Potrock on the Disneyland Resort

Pixar has released a new trailer for Lightyear, Finding Nemo: The Big Blue...and Beyond! will open this summer a Disney's Animal Kingdom, the Avengers Campus music loop is now streaming, Genius season four will focus on Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X, the premiere of The Kardashians on Hulu had big ratings, and even more guests added to Star Wars Celebration. Plus, Disneyland President Ken Potrock talks reimagining Toontown, changes to the treehouse, evolving Downtown Disney, and a Pixar-themed hotel.
4/28/202249 minutes, 28 seconds
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Bonus: Rueby Wood and Aria Brooks on "Better Nate Than Ever"

In this special, bonus episode of D23 Inside Disney podcast, the stars of Better Nate Than Ever—Rueby Woods and Aria Brooks—discuss on-set antics, making a big Disney musical, and what it was like inside the Stitch costume.
4/26/202216 minutes, 8 seconds
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Episode 136: Jason Ritter on “Amphibia”

The Thor: Love and Thunder trailer is here, a Sammy Davis, Jr. limited series is in the works at Hulu, Life and Beth has been renewed for season 2 at Hulu, season two of The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder is in production, a new short from The Simpsons, When Billie Met Lisa (starring Billie Eilish) is coming Disney+, Star Wars: Galactic Pals has debuted on StarWarsKids.com, Star Wars Celebration announces more stars from The Clone Wars and The Mandalorian, an Eternals Celestial will appear in Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT, and casting for key roles for A Small Light is complete. Plus, Amphibia guest star Jason Ritter on family trips to Disneyland, vocal lessons for Frozen 2, and the greatest Gravity Falls Easter egg.
4/21/202237 minutes, 32 seconds
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Episode 135: Dr. Mark Penning on Earth Month

Mr. Knight has arrived at Avengers Campus, ABC revealed its summer slate of unscripted series and specials, Star Wars Celebration adds more celebrities and more panels, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is here, Dancing With the Stars is coming to Disney+ this fall, the Disney+ original movie Sneakerella has a new trailer and poster, Percy Jackson and the Olympians Disney+ series finds its Percy, and an original star of National Treasure is joining the Disney+ original series. Plus, Disney’s Dr. Mark Penning on his favorite furry friend at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, tigers rolling in perfume, and magical ways the parks are celebrating Earth Day.
4/14/202234 minutes, 45 seconds
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Episode 134: Raven-Symoné on Disney Channel series “Raven’s Home”

Opening date announced for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT, menu details for Connections Café and Eatery coming to EPCOT, GLAAD Awards (with Disney winners) to stream on Hulu, Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue is reopening at Walt Disney World this summer, new ways to celebrate Encanto are coming to Disneyland Resort, traditional character greetings at Disneyland, Walt Disney World and Disney Cruise Line are returning, new stars confirmed for Star Wars Celebration, Disney Original Documentary has announced a new feature project on Muppets creator and visionary Jim Henson, The Bob’s Burgers Movie trailer has debuted, the trailer for Disney+'s The Quest has arrived, and Soul, The United States vs. Billie Holliday and Summer of Soul win Grammys. Plus, Raven’s Home powerhouse Raven-Symoné on reuniting with That’s So Raven stars, duetting with Julie Andrews, and the enduring appeal of “zetus lapetus!”
4/7/202240 minutes, 51 seconds
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Episode 133: Tim Federle on “Better Nate Then Ever”

The Walt Disney Company takes home six Academy Awards, Only Murders in the Building season 2 trailer and release date reveled, heroes like Belle and Sully fend off evil forces in the new mobile game Disney Mirrorverse, Eggstravaganza 2022 is happening now at Disneyland Resort, H2O Glow After Hours returns this summer, Star Wars Celebration announces its first guests, and Margaret Cho has joined the cast of Disney+’s teen rom-com Prom Pact. Plus, Better Nate Than Ever director Tim Federle on making Lilo & Stitch a musical, Sister Act 3, and what to expect on season three of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series.
3/31/202226 minutes, 51 seconds
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Episode 132: Lisa Kudrow on “Better Nate Than Ever”

Three rhino siblings were introduced to each other at Disney's Animal Kingdom, Disneyland Paris announces plans for Disney Village, the planDisney podcast has arrived, official trailer revealed for the Disney+ original film OLIVIA RODRIGO: driving home 2 u (a SOUR film), Sketchbook is a one-of-a-kind drawing experience from Disney Animation that will stream on Disney+, Joe Buck and Troy Aikman are coming to Monday Night Football, and the 94th Oscars have announced their all-star band and more presenters. Plus, Better Nate Than Ever star Lisa Kudrow on family trips to Disneyland, why we shouldn’t ask her to sing, and if she’d do a Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion reunion.
3/24/202226 minutes, 3 seconds
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Episode 131: Topher Grace on ABC’s “Home Economics”

First full trailer for The Kardashians unveiled, teaser released for Obi-Wan Kenobi, additional star presenters have been announced for The Oscars, The Muppets are joining Holey Moley on ABC, a new Encanto-inspired garden has debuted at EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, dining and design changes are coming to Disney's BoardWalk Resort, new looks at musical shows aboard the Disney Wish, Grown-ish has been renewed for season five at Freeform and are brining on a black-ish star, Disney+ will be releasing sing-along versions of fan-favorite musicals beginning with Encanto, Polar Bear premieres on Disney+ on Earth Day, Disney+ has debuted the trailer for Parallels, and the first look at Marvel Studios’ Ms. Marvel revealed. Plus, Home Economics star Topher Grace on kissing Miss Piggy, the story behind that Club 33 t-shirt, and how the original Disney-MGM Studios inspired him to move to Hollywood.
3/17/202238 minutes, 9 seconds
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Episode 130: Zach Braff on “Cheaper By The Dozen”

Disney animal care experts rehabilitate and release manatee, Disney+ will be introducing an ad-supported tier this year, Disney Original Documentary has acquired the worldwide rights to the Sundance darling Mija, the 94th Oscars have announced their first groups of presenters, Disney Junior Fun Fest is coming to Disney California Adventure Park, a new look at the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction vehicles, Turning Red-inspired food and experiences are coming to Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line, and The Muppets Mayhem has been greenlit at Disney+. Plus, Cheaper by the Dozen star Zach Braff on getting a hip-hop coach for his smooth moves, rebooting Scrubs, and his quest for Chicken Little merchandise.
3/10/202229 minutes, 32 seconds
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Episode 129: Secrets behind the magic of Disney Fairy Tale Weddings

D23 answers Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser questions for its opening week, Disney+ reveals Better Nate Than Ever trailer, fan-favorite Marvel live-action series coming to Disney+, Finneas and Billie Eilish bring boy bands back in Turning Red, Encanto continues its Billboard chart reign, James Mangold to direct a Buster Keaton biopic, and Disney’s big SAG Awards winners. Plus, Disney Fairy Tale Weddings’ Korri McFann talks wildly magical proposals, early morning photo shoots, and the most surprising Disney place to tie the knot.
3/3/202236 minutes, 28 seconds
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Episode 128: Megan Michaels Wolflick on “American Idol”

Disney Cruise Line news from expanded Disney Wonder itineraries to new experiences on the Disney Wish, Step Into…The Movies with Derek and Julianne Hough is coming to ABC, Disneyland Resort announces the return of nighttime spectaculars, OLIVIA RODRIGO: driving home 2 u coming to Disney+, Disney+ has announced a second season of Launchpad, the original shorts series Ice Age: Scrat Tales will debut on April 13th, and John Williams will be composing the Obi-Wan Kenobi theme. Plus, American Idol executive producer Megan Michaels Wolflick reveals the most over sung song, why Alabama is her favorite state to find talent, and which judge she associates with “Poor Unfortunate Souls.” 
2/24/202228 minutes, 48 seconds
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Episode 127: Michael Hundgen on Storyliving by Disney

Disney+ breaks Obi-Wan Kenobi series news, the hilarious first trailer for Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers, more details announced for food and fun at the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival, Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons brings more magic to weddings, American Idol is filming at Aulani Resort, Marvel Studios and Disney+ commercials from the Big Game, hosts announced for the 94th Oscars, Summer of Soul gets a network television premiere on ABC ahead of The Oscars, and a Futurama revival is coming to Hulu. Plus, a Disney Imagineer shares everything you need to know about Storyliving by Disney, the magical, new Disney-branded communities.
2/17/202239 minutes, 54 seconds
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Episode 126: Rachel Zegler on "West Side Story"

The Walt Disney Company earns 23 Academy Award nominations, West Side Story coming to Disney+, the music from Encanto continues to top charts, Pixar announces new voice cast members for Lightyear, epic new series and movies coming to Disney+ and Disney Channels from Disney Branded Television including Prom Pact and The Naughty Nine, Disney+ releases a hilarious trailer for Cheaper By The Dozen, More Than Robots will debut at SXSW Film Festival and Disney+ next month, Disney+ has ordered A Small Light from National Geographic, Hulu announced their lineup of upcoming original series including the third and final season of Love Victor, and fans got an early trailer for The Orville: New Horizons. Plus, West Side Story’s Rachel Zegler on singing with Spielberg, the upcoming live-action Snow White, and loving Figment, Spaceship Earth, and Rise of the Resistance.
2/10/202229 minutes, 43 seconds
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Episode 125: Susan Egan on “Disney Princess – The Concert”

Spring 2022 Disney twenty-three publication arrives with an exclusive Turning Red cover, Encanto keeps breaking (musical) records, Celebrate Soulfully honors Black heritage at the Disney Parks this February, Disney Live Entertainment will produce the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games Opening Ceremony, more incredible entertainment coming to the Magic Kingdom for the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary, and new experiences and topiaries are coming the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival next month. Plus, Disney Princess – The Concert star Susan Egan on bringing Belle to life on Broadway, creating Hercules’ sassy Meg, and running away from Meryl Streep.
2/3/202237 minutes, 22 seconds
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Episode 124: Sofia Carson on New Music

New experiences coming to Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World Resort in 2022, ESPN shows and experiences are coming to Disneyland for the week of the Big Game, new details on the 30th anniversary of Disneyland Paris, the award-winning National Geographic documentary Torn is coming to Disney+, a series inspired by the award-winning book The Crossover by Kwame Alexander is set to go at Disney+, Percy Jackson and the Olympians series goes into production this summer, big Big City Greens news including a movie musical, three river cruise vacations are coming to Adventures by Disney in 2023, Disney Cruise Line introduces Pixar Day at Sea, and the LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga trailer and launch date have been revealed. Plus, Sofia Carson on spending the night in the Dream Suite, her go-to Disney karaoke song, how Descendants changed her life, and why it’s important to be “Loud.”
1/27/202234 minutes, 1 second
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Episode 123: Bellamy Young on ABC’s “Promised Land”

A star-studded Mousequerade returns and Walt Disney’s company plane will be on exhibit at D23 Expo 2022 presented by Visa, The Bob's Burgers Movie trailer has been released, Disney+ has announced a premiere date for The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder, Disney+ announced new movies and specials to premiere on Earth Day, The Santa Clause will return with Tim Allen in a Disney+ series, Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight trailer reveals a new character, season three of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series has new stars and a chilly new musical on deck, Disney+ has debuted the trailer for The Wonderful Winter of Mickey Mouse, the Garden Rocks Concert Series is returning to the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, and The Grand Floridian Spa is reopening at Walt Disney World Resort. Plus, Promised Land star Bellamy Young on Scandal-ous moments, raising a glass with her new cast, and why fireworks are her favorite thing at Disney parks.
1/20/202225 minutes, 37 seconds
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Episode 122: Ming-Na Wen and Temuera Morrison on “The Book of Boba Fett”

D23 Expo 2022 news, Turning Red to premiere exclusively on Disney+, premiere date and starry voice cast announced for Disney Junior’s Alice's Wonderland Bakery, ABC has ordered an additional season of the global phenomenon Grey’s Anatomy, The Beatles: Get Back - The Rooftop Concert to get an IMAX release, and the Encanto motion picture soundtrack has topped the Billboard 200 Chart. Plus, The Book of Boba Fett stars Temeura Morrison and Ming-Na Wen discuss first impressions, the power of Disney animation, creating the dazzling series, and… a potential musical episode?!
1/13/202225 minutes, 13 seconds
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Episode 121: Directors Bert and Bertie Talk “Hawkeye”

Typhoon Lagoon has re-opened with new treats, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness trailer drops, Hulu's follow-up to Keeping Up With The Kardashians has received a title and trailer, and Disney+ has unveiled a trailer for the all-new animated film The Ice Age Adventures of Buck Wild. Plus, Hawkeye directors Bert and Bertie talk the Easter eggs you missed, that crazy Kingpin reveal, and what could be next for Laura Barton and Maya.
1/6/202231 minutes, 18 seconds
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Episode 120: Disney’s Best of 2021…and 2022

From Walt Disney World 50th, Luca, and WandaVision to Angelina Jolie, Avengers Campus and Encanto the hosts reveal their top picks from 2021 and what they can't wait for in 2022, including Lightyear, Disney Wish, Hocus Pocus 2, Galactic Starcruiser, Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, D23 Expo, and more!
12/30/202122 minutes, 35 seconds
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Episode 119: Ally Maki on “Home Sweet Home Alone”

Disney+ is teaming with Apple SharePlay for video watch parties, Free Guy is coming to Disney+, Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur releases its first teaser trailer, Disney Branded Television is developing supernatural series The Witchverse, BUNK'D renewed for Season 6, a baby rhino was born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park, select fan-favorite tours from the Enchanting Extras Collection at Walt Disney World Resort returning in 2022, and Flowers and Trees, Return of the Jedi and WALL-E have been added to the National Film Registry. Plus, Home Sweet Home Alone star Ally Maki on her best Giggle McDimples merch, dressing as Jasmine, filming in a snowstorm, and having her face stepped on by Ellie Kemper.
12/23/202132 minutes, 30 seconds
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Episode 118: Vanessa Williams on “T.O.T.S.”

CookieAnn Bakery Café is now open at Shanghai Disneyland, more live entertainment and events announced for Disneyland Resort in 2022, details released for the 2022 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, Disney Branded Television is in development with Wilmer Valderrama on a reimagined Zorro series, Freeform's first animated series has been greenlit, Disney Branded Television has begun production on the “super” new series Meet the Mayhems, Marvel Studios’ Eternals is coming to Disney+, Lucasfilm Games and Quantic Dream unveiled the first trailer for Star Wars Eclipse, Walt Disney Animation Studios has revealed concept art for Strange World, and new episodes of Disney+ original series The World According To Jeff Goldblum. Plus, delightful Disney diva Vanessa Williams on making “Colors of the Wind,” Disney parks at the holidays, Ugly Betty’s stylish legacy, and playing a fabulous purple-haired pelican on T.O.T.S.
12/16/202136 minutes, 14 seconds
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Episode 117: Eric Goldberg on Cirque du Soleil’s “Drawn to Life”

Disneyland After Dark is back for 2022, limited-time festivals returning to Disneyland Resort in 2022, ABC's midseason shows have been announced, all seasons of The Office are coming to Freeform, and the season two premiere event is set for Disney Channel’s Secrets of Sulphur Springs. Plus, legendary animator Eric Goldberg on summoning a Genie, staying at home with Goofy, and creating pure magic in Cirque du Soleil’s Drawn to Life.
12/9/202135 minutes, 32 seconds
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Episode 116: Hailee Steinfeld on “Hawkeye”

Encanto led the Thanksgiving weekend box office, Good Morning America gives back for the holidays, Walt Disney World's newest baby zebra has a name, Ron’s Gone Wrong is crashing onto Disney+, and Clint Barton and Kate Bishop have arrived at Avengers Campus. Plus, Hawkeye star Hailee Steinfeld on childhood Disneyland trips, training to play Kate Bishop, and giggling with Jeremy Renner.
12/2/202121 minutes, 33 seconds
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Episode 115: Lin-Manuel Miranda and Stephanie Beatriz on “Encanto”

Amazing announcements at Destination D23 from Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, D23 announces its 2020 event lineup, the Walt Disney Archives Heroes & Villains exhibit will make its next stop at the Henry Ford Museum in Michigan, Freeform reveals January premieres, Jimmy Kimmel and Norman Lear’s Emmy Award-Winning Live in Front of a Studio Audience will return with The Facts of Life and Diff’rent Strokes, and Hailey’s On It! has been greenlit by Disney Branded Television. Plus, Encanto’s Lin-Manuel Miranda and Stephanie Beatriz on the magical musical Madrigal family and Moana and The Little Mermaid and Disneyland and Star Wars and… essentially everything Disney.
11/24/202146 minutes, 41 seconds
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Episode 114: Disney CEO Bob Chapek

Massive announcements from Disney+ Day, holidays magic at Disneyland Resort, Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland Park will be reimagined in 2023, "The World's Most Magical Celebration" is now added to the official Walt Disney World Playlist, The Bachelorette's Kaitlyn Bristowe is joining the Dancing With the Stars live tour, and Disney’s Holiday Magic Quest returns to Disney Channel and Disney+. Plus, Disney CEO Bob Chapek on the magic of Make-A-Wish, a hidden secret on the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, and being on Main Street U.S.A. on Disneyland’s reopening day.
11/18/202134 minutes, 28 seconds
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Bonus: D23 Inside Disney Celebrates the 30th Anniversary of “Beauty and the Beast”

To celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Beauty and the Beast, star Robby Benson, producer Don Hahn, and Disney Legend Paige O’Hara share cherished memories and surprising stories.
11/15/202142 minutes, 55 seconds
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Episode 113: Angelina Jolie and Kumail Nanjiani on “Eternals”

Exciting announcements to be revealed on Disney+ Day, the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive kicks off for the holiday season, Adventures by Disney announce their first expedition cruises to the Arctic, Disney has greenlit the family animated comedy Primos, Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy's Edge VR experience is coming to Downtown Disney, Eternals have arrived at Avengers Campus, and new trailer for ESPN's Tom Brady: The Man in the Arena. Plus, Eternals stars Angelina Jolie and Kumail Nanjiani reveal their biggest Marvel surprises, hilarious Disneyland stories, and if Maleficent or Thena would win in a battle.
11/11/202127 minutes, 50 seconds
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Episode 112: Josh Gad on “Olaf Presents”

New Eternals AR story experience available now from The Disney Movie Insiders app, a baby zebra was born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Jordan Fisher will perform an original song at the 95th The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade to celebrate the Disney Wish, Disney Junior has greenlit Firebuds, ABC and Freeform have announced their spectacular holiday programming, teaser released for Pixar’s Lightyear, new cast members for Hocus Pocus 2 announced, The Book of Boba Fett trailer reveals new details, The Simpsons are celebrating Disney+ Day with a new short (and Goofy), and Encanto is featured on the cover of the new Disney twenty-three magazine. Plus, Olaf himself—Josh Gad—talks making Frozen, what to expect from the Beauty and the Beast series, and delightfully distilling Disney stories for Olaf Presents.
11/4/202134 minutes, 15 seconds
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Episode 111: George Kalogridis Shares 50 Years of Magic and Memories

The Plaza Point holiday store is now open, EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is coming in January, Disney Cruise Line will debut a new float at The 95th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, details for dining options aboard the Disney Wish have been revealed, Star Wars: Castaways is coming to Apple Arcade, The Story of Marvel Studios is available now, Rise, a new film based on the lives of basketball champs Giannis, Thanasis and Kostas Antetokounmpo, will premiere on Disney+ in 2022, and The World According to Jeff Goldblum season two trailer is here. Plus, George Kalogridis shares 50 years of magic and memories, from bussing tables at the Contemporary Resort in 1971 to being the Global Ambassador for the World's Most Magical Celebration.
10/28/202140 minutes, 14 seconds
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Episode 110: Disney Television Animation’s Rob LaDuca and Mark Seidenberg on New Holiday Specials

Adventure Thru the Walt Disney Archives is coming to Disney+, new Hawkeye trailer and premiere announcement, Olaf Presents to premiere on Disney+ Day, new trailer for The Beatles: Get Back, Diary of a Wimpy Kid trailer has been released, History of the World Part II variety series from Mel Brooks has been ordered at Hulu, ABC’s latest Singalong features the music of Queen—and Darren Criss, holiday news from Disney Parks around the world, two popular experiences return to Disneyland Resort, and a new Disney Wish exhibit has opened at the Walt Disney Presents attraction in Disney's Hollywood Studios. Plus, Disney Television Animation’s Rob LaDuca and Mark Seidenberg on new holiday specials, working with Dick Van Dyke, and that unforgettable Gummi Bears theme song.
10/21/202136 minutes, 29 seconds
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Episode 109: Jordan Fisher on “Star Wars: Visions” and his Disney Fairy Tale Wedding

Remembering Disney Legend Ruthie Tompson, Disney Parks Collection now available on Disney+, trailer released for Home Sweet Home Alone, Star Wars has launched Bring Home the Bounty to debut new products weekly, Disney Genie launch date announced for Walt Disney World Resort, Disney Wonderful Worlds is available now, new experiences for kids and teens are coming to the Disney Wish, Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest 2022 will celebrate its 50th anniversary show with its first-ever Spanish language countdown from Puerto Rico, and Huluween returns with second season of Bite Size Halloween. Plus, Jordan Fisher on his epic Magic Kingdom Fairy Tale Wedding, falling asleep to Disney movies, and joining the Star Wars galaxy.
10/14/202131 minutes, 10 seconds
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Episode 108: Gonzo and Pepe on “Muppets Haunted Mansion”

Highlights from Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th anniversary celebration—plus exciting announcements about the return of entertainment experiences and character meet-and-greets, two popular Disney shows are renewed, The Book of Boba Fett sets its Disney+ debut date, the ghoulish trailer for Just Beyond released, American Born Chinese has been greenlit by Disney+, and new trailer and poster revealed for Encanto. Plus, Muppets Gonzo and Pepé the King Prawn reveal Easter eggs fans will love in Muppets Haunted Mansion and remember that time they filled Miss Piggy’s dressing room with whipped cream. 
10/7/202122 minutes, 9 seconds
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Episode 107: Imagineer Jonathan Peters on “Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure”

The Muppets Haunted Mansion trailer has been released, The Orville is coming to Hulu, first official trailer for Welcome to Earth hosted by Will Smith has debuted, Disney Halloween Time returns to Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, and Main Street Confectionery has re-opened at Magic Kingdom Park. Plus, Imagineer Jonathan Peters talks Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure details, creating Creations Shop, and designing Space 220.
9/30/202132 minutes, 11 seconds
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Episode 106: Bobby Moynihan on “Star Wars: Visions”

Disney+ Day —with new content and experiences— just announced, Marvel Studios’ Victoria Alonso big promotion, final trailer for West Side Story has been released, guest voices announced for The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder, details on Disney+ and Pixar Animation Studios’ A Spark Story, Sal & Gabi Break the Universe is in development as a comedy series, a baby white rhino was born at Disney's Animal Kingdom, The Art of Star Wars: The Mandalorian Season 2 book is coming this December, Marvel's Hit-Monkey to premiere exclusively on Hulu, and Hamilton’s big Emmy win. Plus, Star Wars: Visions star Bobby Moynihan on Ducktales, Disneyland pranks, kissing Miss Piggy, and playing Jabba the Hutt’s cousin.
9/23/202136 minutes, 17 seconds
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Episode 105: Dara Reneé on “Disney’s Magic Bake-Off”

Candlelight Processional returns to EPCOT, first look at menus for Walt Disney World’s Steakhouse 71, Disney honors George Kalogridis with a Main Street, U.S.A. window at Magic Kingdom, a Funko Pop!-inspired Grogu balloon coming to Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series and Only Murders in the Building greenlit for new seasons, Disney+ has debuted the official trailer for Marvel Studios’ Hawkeye, The Simpsons season 32 streams September 29th on Disney+, Disney+'s Hallowstream debuts September 24th, Among the Stars key art and trailer released, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club has launched its official app, celebrity cast of the new season of Dancing With the Stars revealed, The Little Mermaid heads to Memorial Day 2023, and Disney wins big at the 2021 Creative Arts Emmys. Plus, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series star Dara Reneé takes on Elsa, the Incredicoaster, and Disney’s Magic Bake-Off.
9/16/202141 minutes, 13 seconds
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Episode 104: Simu Liu on “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings”

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings smashes Labor Day box office record, The Ghost and Molly McGee gets a season two order before the season one premiere, Big Shot renewed at Disney+, animated Diary of a Wimpy Kid  film is coming to Disney+ in December, trailer for LEGO Star Wars Terrifying Tales debuts, a special celebrating Time’s annual list of the World’s Most Influential People returns to ABC, delightful details on Pixarfest, Disney teams up with Starlight Children's Foundation to create Pixar-themed hospital gowns, Freeform's 31 Nights of Halloween schedule is here, HalloweenTime at the Disneyland Resort is back – breaking down the highlights, holidays return to Disneyland Resort on November 12th, Creations Shop opens at EPCOT later this month, Disneyland Paris will kick off its 30th Anniversary Celebration in six months, and Star Wars: Tales From The Galaxy Edge - Last Call details revealed. Plus, Simu Liu reveals what part of filming Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings reminded him of a Disneyland ride—and the biggest Marvel secrets he kept.
9/9/202130 minutes, 17 seconds
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Episode 103: Awkwafina on "Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings"

The Dapper Dans are returning to Disneyland, the Walt Disney Archives to present an all-new exhibit at the Bowers Museum, The Most Magical Story on Earth: 50 Years of Walt Disney World is coming to ABC, Shark Tank and Celebrity Wheel of Fortune are set to return with celebrity surprises, new Walt Disney World annual passes are on the way, a new look at Disney KiteTails coming soon to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the baby gorilla at Disney’s Animal Kingdom has a name, first teaser trailer released for Spider-Man: No Way Home, and Disney+ releases the Doogie Kamealoha, M.D. trailer. Plus, Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings star Awkwafina on being a Marvel action star, a magical dragon, and The Little Mermaid’s best friend (plus, how she hilariously drove a bus wrong and loving Spaceship Earth at EPCOT).
9/2/202136 minutes, 30 seconds
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Episode 102: Ben Feldman on “Monsters at Work”

The final Eternals trailer has revelations, big announcements from Disney Branded Television, original movie From the Desk of Zoe Washington being developed, Freeform’s annual Halloween Road is back in person, stunning video from the first day of rehearsals for the re-opening of The Lion King on Broadway, Disney Uncharted Adventure interactive game is coming to the Disney Wish, reflections on Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings, more than 3,000 Star Wars props have arrived at the Walt Disney Archives, Disney Genie is coming this fall to help plan your best Disney day, and Alex Honnold will be featured on a new show for Nat Geo on Disney+. Plus, Monsters at Work star Ben Feldman talks screaming (a lot), meeting Mickey Mouse at Disneyland, and being upstaged by Lady and Tramp.
8/26/202135 minutes, 46 seconds
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Episode 101: Imagineer Jeanette Lomboy on Aulani and Hidden Disneyland Attractions

DisneyMusicVEVO hits a milestone, details on Tenaya Stone Spa coming to Disney's Grand Californian Hotel, the Disney's Magic Bake-Off in-person experience is coming to Downtown Disney District and Disney Springs, festiveness announced for “Disney Very Merriest After Hours” at Magic Kingdom, Space 220 Restaurant opening at EPCOT, Cirque Du Soleil and Disney announce news on Drawn To Life, Home Sweet Home Alone is coming to Disney+, and Disney+ debuts the trailer for Star Wars: Visions. Plus, Imagineer Jeanette Lomboy talks the surprising magic of Aulani and the hidden details at Disneyland attractions you may have missed.
8/19/202138 minutes, 50 seconds
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Episode 100: Luke Evans On Why Disney Fans Will Love “Nine Perfect Strangers”

Disney twenty-three celebrates 50 enchanting years of Walt Disney World Resort, season two of Star Wars: The Bad Batch announced, diving into season two of Short Circuit, the trailer for season two of Diary Of A Future President is revealed, Hulu announces premiere dates and trailers for upcoming original programming, construction updates from Germany on the Disney Wish, Orange Bird joins the “Disney Fab 50 Character Collection” at the Walt Disney World Resort. Plus, Beauty and the Beast’s Luke Evans on reprising Gaston, the live-action Pinocchio, and why Disney fans will love Nine Perfect Strangers.
8/12/202134 minutes, 41 seconds
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Episode 99: Disney Legend Robin Roberts On Her New Disney+ Series

The scoop on Disneyland Resort’s Magic Key program, new details for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, indulgences for adults coming to the Disney Wish, Love, Victor has been renewed for season three at Hulu, The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers renewed for season two at Disney+, Hawkeye has set a release date, Walt Disney Animation Studios to release Disney Presents Goofy in How to Stay at Home, Doogie Kamealoha, M.D. starts streaming on September 8th, LEGO Star Wars Terrifying Tales coming to Disney+, Disney’s Storybook Advent Calendars are back, Jungle Cruise debuts at #1 and “secret skippers” Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt surprised Disneyland guests on the Jungle Cruise ride. Plus, Good Morning America’s Robin Roberts spills the tea on her new Disney+ series, becoming a Disney Legend, and her magical One Day at Disney.
8/5/202131 minutes, 47 seconds
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Episode 98: Paul Rudish and Elsa Chang on “The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse”

Inside the Walt Disney Archives opens at Graceland, new details about Destination D23 2021 – Walt Disney World, 2021 Disney Accelerator creators have been announced, Disney Cruise Line resuming Bahamian cruises from Florida, The Simpsons season 33 premiere will be a musical episode, special guests coming to season three of Amphibia, a new Billie Eilish concert film will make Disney+ viewers Happier Than Ever, and new lineup for Pixar Animation Studios’ SparkShorts program unveiled. Plus, Paul Rudish and Elsa Chang talk about how the new season of The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse is a tribute to Disney movies and theme parks from Snow White to the Tiki Room.
7/29/202136 minutes, 13 seconds
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Episode 97: Walt Disney Archives Director Becky Cline Talks Collecting and Conserving the Magic

A baby hippo and baby gorilla are born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the first “Disney Fab 50” sculpture has been revealed (it’s Mickey Mouse!), premiere dates are set for ABC’s 2021-2022 season, Short Circuit season two is comingto Disney+, and the official trailer for the Disney+ documentary Stuntmandebuts. Plus, from Mary Poppins to Disneyland, Walt Disney Archives director Becky Cline reveals how they collect and conserve the magic—even from a galaxy far, far away.
7/22/202146 minutes, 9 seconds
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Episode 96: Kevin Feige on “Black Widow”

Emmy nominations, Black Widow spins success at the box office and on Disney+ Premier Access, fall favorites return to the Disneyland Resort, Disney Parks around the world unveil holiday happenings, Avengers: Quantum Encounter is coming to the Disney Wish, Disney on Broadway to present Live at The New Am: A Benefit Concert for The Actors Fund, Diary of a Future President returns to Disney+ in August, and new trailers for Descendants: The Royal Wedding, Encanto, Marvel Studios' What If...?, Turning Red and Behind the Attraction. Plus, Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige looks at Black Widow’s legacy and answers every crazy MCU question we could think of.
7/15/202138 minutes, 50 seconds
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Episode 95: Michael Bolton on “Celebrity Dating Game”

Jungle Cruise offers up two new hilarious dueling trailers, Disney Channel to present Disney Princess Remixed – An Ultimate Princess Celebration, National Geographic Live Explorer Academy Adventures are available now, Coco is coming to Mickey’s PhilharMagic, runDisney racing returning to Walt Disney World this fall, and Star Wars: Visions is coming to Disney+. Plus, Celebrity Dating Game cohost Michael Bolton talks favorite (and funniest) guests and the enduring legacy of Hercules’ “Go the Distance.”
7/8/202133 minutes, 13 seconds
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Episode 94: Andrew Barth Feldman on “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series”

A first look at the reimagined guest rooms at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, pirate crossover in new video game Sea of Thieves: A Pirate’s Life, Disney is picking 50 "magic makers" to celebrate Walt Disney World's 50th anniversary, the What is Love? Disney Princess exhibit will be touring Japan, Friday the 13th is getting fun-lucky with a huge night of premieres on Disney Channel, new trailers for Only Murders in the Building, Turner and Hooch, and Shang-Chi and the Legend of The Ten Rings, and National Geographic Documentary releases trailer and key art for the Disney+ film Playing With Sharks. Plus, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series guest star Andrew Barth Feldman on Ratatouille and his goal to perform on the stage of Carousel of Progress.
7/1/202140 minutes, 38 seconds
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Episode 92: Jim Gaffigan on Disney and Pixar’s “Luca”

Hong Kong Disneyland's new castle stage show, Disney Parks announces the launch of Disney Imagination Campus, fireworks spectaculars set to return to Disney Parks this summer, new trailers for The Eyes of Tammy Faye and Free Guy, plus Vacation Friends headed to Hulu, new action-adventure game Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy unveiled, Monsters at Work gets its official trailer and a new premiere date, and Disney+ officially greenlights a Beauty and the Beast limited musical series. Plus, Jim Gaffigan on making Luca, working on Peter Pan & Wendy, and his hilariously complicated relationship with Disney theme parks.
6/17/202128 minutes, 37 seconds
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Episode 91: Tom Hiddleston on His New Disney+ Series “Loki”

The first Ron’s Gone Wrong trailer debuts, Behind the Attraction premieres on Disney+ on July 16th, food and fun revealed for EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, more details unveiled for “Disney After Hours Boo Bash” at Walt Disney World, Shanghai Disney Resort unveils a magical new in-park theatrical show, Adventures by Disney announces 2022 New England vacations and an expansion of Private Adventures, National Geographic announces their largest SHARKFEST event yet, and Helen Mirren will narrate the ABC non-scripted wildlife comedy When Nature Calls. Plus, Loki star Tom Hiddleston on Zoom-ing with the Avengers, the best song from The Jungle Book, and his biggest regret (it involves Miss Piggy!).
6/10/202133 minutes, 48 seconds
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Episode 90: Josh D’Amaro and Kevin Feige Talk Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure

The Motion Picture Academy and ABC set the show date for the 94th Oscars, Jungle Cruise the film has a new trailer and Jungle Cruise the attraction has a reopening date at Disneyland, Inside the Walt Disney Archives exhibit heads to the Graceland, Winnie the Pooh will be an off-Broadway musical this fall, and Disney Conservation Team Wildlife released four rehabilitated green sea turtles in Vero Beach. Plus, super duo Josh D’Amaro and Kevin Feige break down every amazing thing to experience, eat and see at Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure.
6/3/202128 minutes, 34 seconds
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Episode 89: John Stamos Talks “Big Shot”

Eternals trailer debuts, the Cruella soundtrack and score albums are available now from Walt Disney Records, Hocus Pocus 2 is set to go into production with original stars, new trailer for The Mysterious Benedict Society released, new cast members join Zombies 3, shopDisney debuts the “Buy a Book, Give a Book” program, and Disneyland Hotel gets re-opening date. Big Shot star John Stamos on Candlelight at EPCOT and how he got the Disneyland sign to his house.
5/27/202135 minutes, 48 seconds
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Episode 88: “America’s Funniest Home Videos” Host Alfonso Ribeiro on Disney and More

Food and drink coming to Avengers Campus, Disneyland Paris is set to reopen along with Disney’s Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel, Star Wars Celebration announces a new date, ABC unveiled its 2021-2022 primetime slate, Disney Channel orders a third season of The Owl House, ESPN has secured the rights for huge broadcasts in three major sports, new additions to the cast of the Disney+ family sitcom The Proud Family: Louder And Prouder, the feature-length documentary Wolfgang is set to premiere on Disney+, Jungle Cruise is coming to theaters and Disney+ with Premier Access on July 30th, and production has begun on Disenchanted, the live-action musical comedy sequel to Enchanted. Plus, America’s Funniest Home Videos host Alfonso Ribeiro on how he won the Mirrorball Trophy and spending the night in the Dream Suite at Disneyland.
5/20/202142 minutes, 46 seconds
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Episode 87: Julia Lester and Larry Saperstein on the Second Season of "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series"

A new Halloween-themed Disney After Hours BOO BASH is coming to Magic Kingdom, the latest restaurants to join the reopening list at Disneyland Resort, True Colors Symphony orchestra creates an inclusive musical world at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, The Lion King and Aladdin set their Broadway return dates, Grey’s Anatomy and Station 19 renewed, Freeform’s summer slate announced, Muppets Haunted Mansion Halloween special premieres this fall on Disney+, new original series Turning The Tables With Robin Roberts will debut on Disney+, Marvel Studios’ Loki new debut date, Alice’s Wonderland Bakery is slated to debut in 2022 on Disney Junior, and Florence + The Machine record “Call Me Cruella”, a new original song for the film Cruella. Plus, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series stars Julia Lester and Larry Saperstein break down season two from show-mances and scene-stealers to making Beauty and the Beast.
5/13/202133 minutes, 26 seconds
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Episode 86: “Teen Beach Movie” Star Garrett Clayton Talks Disney, Dancing and Transforming into Madame Leota

Marvel announces release dates and titles for the MCU Phase 4, Disney and Pixar reveal an all-new trailer and poster for Luca, details on Disney Cruise Line’s new ship Disney Wish, the scoop on season two of Disney Channel’s Gabby Duran & The Unsittables, Disneyland Paris announces royal renovations coming to Disneyland Hotel, Disney celebrates May the 4th with a galaxy of news, Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt set sail in Jungle Cruise on the summer cover of Disney twenty-three, Disney unveils the Rainbow Pride 2021 Collection, Disney Princess – The Concert U.S. tour launches November 1st, 2021, and Teen Beach Movie star Garrett Clayton talks Disney, dancing and transforming into Madame Leota for Halfway to Halloween.
5/6/202132 minutes, 29 seconds
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Episode 85: Disneyland President Ken Potrock Discusses Reopening the Happiest Place on Earth

The Ultimate Princess Celebration kicks off with a new song from Brandy, Disney Channel will present a season one marathon of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, all the delicious details from A Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, a second season of Secrets of Sulphur Springs is on the way, Disney Channel cooks up Disney’s Magic Bake-Off, Disney wins five Academy Awards, trailers debuted for West Side Story and Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised), and Star Wars: Tales From The Galaxy's Edge – Part II VR game will feature Dok-Ondar. Plus, Disneyland Resort president Ken Potrock on reopening the parks, surprising changes, slinging webs with Spider-Man, and when Jungle Cruise will reopen.  
4/29/202147 minutes, 15 seconds
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Episode 84: Director Kari Skogland on New Characters and Crazy Twists Leading into “The Falcon and The Winter Soldier” Finale

Model revealed for Tokyo DisneySea's new themed port, trailer debuts for Disney’s LAUNCHPAD, Once Upon a Disney Wish will reveal details of Disney’s newest cruise ship, new book The Art of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge details the creation of the epic land, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings gets a trailer and poster, and Nat Geo’s Race to the Center of the Earth is coming to Disney+. Plus, The Falcon and The Winter Soldier director Kari Skogland breaks down all the new characters and crazy twists before the finale.
4/22/202140 minutes, 21 seconds
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Episode 83: Jason George on “Station 19” and “Grey’s Anatomy”

The all-star cast of presenters for the 93rd Oscars, Shanghai Disney Resort reveals a “Magical Surprise” for their 5th anniversary, Avengers Campus at Disneyland Resort opening date announced, new Creations Shop is opening this Summer at EPCOT, enhancements and decorations adorn Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion, National Geographic’s star-studded Earth Day Eve celebration, Phoebe Waller-Bridge joins the new Indiana Jones film, and Disney+ has debuted a trailer for High School Musical: The Musical: The Series season two. Plus, Station 19 star Jason George talks spinning off from Grey's Anatomy and surprising Disney connections.
4/15/202142 minutes, 35 seconds
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Episode 82: Karla Souza on “Home Economics”

Details on EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, Toy Story-themed hotel at Tokyo Disney Resort just received its official name, Tom Brady celebrated his Super Bowl win at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World Resort, The 1619 Project docuseries is set to debut on Hulu, Searchlight Pictures and Hulu will release Questlove’s documentary Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) on July 2nd, ABC News: 75 Years in the Making book is coming this June, the 2021 NBA Draft will be televised on ESPN and ABC, Marvel has released new Black Widow and Loki trailers, and Disney Junior’s The Chicken Squad premieres Friday, May 14th. Plus, Home Economics star Karla Souza on binging Disney+, her hilarious new sitcom, and going head-to-head with Zac Efron for Disney.
4/8/202136 minutes, 30 seconds
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Episode 81: Disney Imagineer Kevin Rafferty on his Epic Career

Disneyland Resort and expansion planning, The Walt Disney Company received 17 NAACP Image Awards for 2021, a new look is coming to the Main Street Confectionery at Magic Kingdom Park, Sesame Street: 50 Years of Sunny Days is coming to ABC, more than 380 Major League Soccer regular season matches coming to ABC, ESPN and ESPN+ this year, Obi-Wan Kenobi cast and production start announced, and trailer for Star Wars: The Bad Batch released. Plus, Disney Imagineer Kevin Rafferty on his epic career spanning from Figment and the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror to Cars Land and Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, secrets, surprises, and Easter eggs.
4/1/202150 minutes, 42 seconds
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Episode 80: Danny Pudi on “Flora & Ulysses” and the Future of “DuckTales”

Earth Month celebrations at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, additions to the Jungle Cruise attraction, Shanghai Disney Resort to launch its 5th birthday celebrations with a year of magical surprises, ZOMBIES 3 begins production this spring, Disney+ releases the first trailer for Big Shot, Loki key art revealed, The Falcon and The Winter Soldier has the most watched series premiere in Disney+ history, Disney announces release dates for its upcoming slate of films, SiriusXM launches the first-ever Disney Hits music channel, and The Walt Disney Company, ESPN and National Football League reach landmark agreement. Plus, Flora & Ulysses star Danny Pudi on the future of DuckTales, the hardest secret to keep, and being traumatized by a squirrel.
3/25/202137 minutes, 56 seconds
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Episode 79: Anthony Mackie on “The Falcon and The Winter Soldier”

Disneyland reopening dates, Descendants: The Royal Wedding coming to Disney Channel this summer, black-ish star Marsai Martin is teaming with Disney Channel for the comedy pilot Saturdays, National Geographic announces Earth Moods, production has begun on Disney’s live-action Peter Pan & Wendy, The Mighty Ducks trilogy is now streaming on Hulu and ESPN+, new Cruella trailer debuts, Disney earns 15 Oscar nominations, Eggstravaganza taking place at Downtown Disney District, and Cinderella Castle received its first piece of EARidescent décor. Plus, The Falcon and The Winter Soldier star Anthony Mackie on life without Captain America, Candlelight at EPCOT, and the biggest Marvel secret he had to keep.
3/18/202134 minutes, 28 seconds
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Episode 78: New Details on Walt Disney World’s 50th, the Flower & Garden Festival, and "Ratatouille"

Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure opening date and details announced, Secrets of the Whales coming to Disney+, Disney Junior set to debut an animated series Eureka!, first look inside the Moana-inspired reimagined rooms of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort at Walt Disney World, Raya and the Last Dragon artwork pops up at Downtown Disney District, and Disney films and TV shows win Critics Choice Awards. Plus, Walt Disney World Resort director of public relations Dave Coombs discusses new details on the 50th anniversary of the resort, the Flower & Garden Festival, Harmonious, Ratatouille and more!
3/11/202129 minutes, 35 seconds
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Episode 77: Kelly Marie Tran on “Raya and the Last Dragon”

New Walt Disney Archives exhibit to celebrate 100 years of The Walt Disney Company, trailer for Disney and Pixar’s Luca released, Spider-Man: No Way Home set to premiere in December, premiere dates for Loki and upcoming Disney+ series announced, Marvel's M.O.D.O.K. to premiere on Hulu, Scripps Spelling Bee to take place at Walt Disney World Resort, updates on Harmonious at EPCOT, vote for Disney dinosaurs or dragons as part of D23 March Hare Mania, Disney takes home Golden Globe Awards, and a new book for fans of Disney’s Cinderella — Delphine and the Silver Needle, is available now. Plus, Raya and the Last Dragon star Kelly Marie Tran talks recording in a “blanket fort,” feeling the Force, why corn dogs are the essential Disneyland treat.
3/4/202143 minutes, 24 seconds
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Episode 76: Alyson Hannigan on “Flora & Ulysses”

Details on Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th anniversary celebration, DuckTales will have a 90-minute series finale with special guest stars, Star Wars Hunters game coming to Nintendo Switch, Secrets of Sulphur Springs will make its Disney+ debut, and Disney+ greenlights the docu-series Choir based on the Detroit Youth Choir. Plus, Flora & Ulysses star Alyson Hannigan on acting with a squirrel, loving Toy Story Land, and why Willow can take her place among Disney witches.
2/25/202132 minutes, 42 seconds
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Episode 75: Muppet Legend Dave Goelz and Leigh Slaughter Reveal Muppetational Surprises

First trailer for Cruella, Shanghai Disney Resort welcomes the Year of the Cow, Raya and the Last Dragon Animation Experience and sand sculpture is coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Walt Disney Imagineering and ABC team up for a new interactive series, Diamond White to lead Disney Channel’s animated series Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, ASSEMBLED—a look at the making of the Marvel Cinematic Universe—coming to Disney+, Andrew Barth Feldman and Asher Angel to guest star in season two of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, and a new short, Us Again, from Walt Disney Animation Studios will debut in theaters. Plus, Gonzo creator Dave Goelz and Muppets Studio VP Leigh Slaughter reveal favorite Muppet Show guests, Jim Henson stories, and the magic of making Muppet*Vision 3D.
2/18/202145 minutes, 33 seconds
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Episode 74: Debra Martin Chase on Making “Cinderella”

Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski are “going to Disney World!”, first look at the ESPN+ documentary series Man in The Arena: Tom Brady, new trailer for The Falcon and The Winter Soldier, Disney+ Premier Access pre-order and advance theater tickets are available for Raya and The Last Dragon, Own The Room coming to Disney+ on March 12, Disney acquires the Sundance favorite Summer of Soul (Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised), National Geographic Documentary Films will be Playing with Sharks, Disney earns 25 Golden Globe nominations, and Leave a Legacy has returned to EPCOT. Plus, Debra Martin Chase on making Cinderella, working with Whitney Houston, and being served tea by Disney Legend Julie Andrews.
2/11/202141 minutes, 35 seconds
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Episode 73: The Magic of Wish Granting at Disney

New issue of Disney twenty-three features Raya and the Last Dragon, Keke Palmer will host and executive produce Disney+ show Foodtastic, new trailers for second half of WandaVision season 1 and The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers, Disney Channel orders live-action superhero comedy Ultra Violet & Blue Demon, Big Hero 6 The Series concluding after three seasons, The Bold Type set to return to Freeform for a fifth and final season, details about the Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, and the opening of Star Wars Trading Post at Downtown Disney District. Plus, hear about the most remarkable Disney wishes ever granted with Make-A-Wish.
2/4/202140 minutes, 46 seconds
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Episode 72: Elizabeth Olsen on “WandaVision” and Keeping Marvel Secrets

Exciting enhancements are coming to the Jungle Cruise, new trailer for Raya and the Last Dragon, AFI and the National Board of Review honor Disney films and shows, Festival of The Lion King scheduled to return to Disney's Animal Kingdom, Adventures by Disney announces exciting expeditions and river cruises, ABC and Freeform announce spring series premiere, Disney will launch a digital summit inspired by Minnie Mouse, and Skywalker: A Family at War book coming this spring. Plus, WandaVision’s Elizabeth Olsen reveals on-set hijinx, keeping Marvel secrets and a "23" Easter egg.
1/28/202130 minutes, 57 seconds
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Episode 71: Matt Danner of “Muppet Babies” Reveals Surprising Muppet Easter Eggs

New exhibit “The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure” coming to EPCOT, first-look at Tom Holland as Peter Parker in WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure, sweet new additions are now available at Disney Springs, adorable plush Disney nuiMOs have arrived in North America and Europe, the 9th annual Magic of Storytelling campaign kicks off, Doogie Howser reboot at Disney+ has cast it’s star, trailer for the new Disney+ comedy-adventure film Flora & Ulysses has arrived, and Pixar Popcorn is coming to Disney+. Plus, Muppet Babies executive producer reveals Muppets Easter eggs on the show and what's next for our fuzzy friends.
1/21/202131 minutes, 51 seconds
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Episode 70: WandaVision’s Paul Bettany on Marvel’s Epic, New Disney+ Series

A look ahead at Walt Disney World Resort, Disney’s Animal Kingdom reveals the name of its baby rhino, National Geographic debuts trailer for new show from Gal Gadot, Hulu’s Solar Opposites season two trailer debuts, new images from Raya and the Last Dragon, an Indiana Jones standalone game announced, and Super Bowl Champions Eli Manning and Ed Reed join Detail on ESPN+. Plus, WandaVision’s Paul Bettany reveals everything (he can) about Marvel’s epic, new Disney+ series—and what is favorite MCU movie is. 
1/14/202130 minutes, 12 seconds
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Episode 69: Imagineer Joe Rohde on 40 Magical Years at Disney

Shanghai Disney Resort unveils its fifth anniversary logo, Robo-Carts have arrived at Walt Disney World, ESPN’s first Wild Card MegaCast during NFL’s Super Wild Card Weekend, D23’s new collector set to celebrate 50 years of the Walt Disney World Resort, new WandaVision news, and Lucasfilm debuts a trailer for Star Wars: The High Republic. Plus, Imagineer Joe Rohde talks favorite projects, the Adventurers Club, and retiring after 40 magical years.
1/7/202151 minutes, 32 seconds
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Episode 68: Disney’s Best of 2020…and 2021!

From The Mandalorian and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance to Black is King and the Magic Happens parade at Disneyland, the hosts reveal their top Disney picks from 2020 and what they can't wait for in 2021 including Jungle Cruise, Luca, and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure.
12/30/202021 minutes, 42 seconds
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Episode 67: Pixar’s Pete Docter Reveals the Soul of “Soul”

Snow White’s Enchanted Wish coming to Disneyland, Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is coming, a look at what’s coming to Disneyland Paris in 2021, Electrical Water Pageant will be returning to Walt Disney World Resort, SportsCenter Presents: 2020 – Heroes, History and Hope debuts on ESPN, iconic MCU moments with Marvel Studios: LEGENDS on Disney+, a new Star Wars series The Book of Boba Fett, and Peter Jackson releases a sneak peek of The Beatles: Get Back. Plus, Pixar’s Chief Creative Officer, Pete Docter, talks jazz, why he was enchanted by the Tiki Room, and putting the soul into Soul. 
12/23/202033 minutes, 7 seconds
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Episode 66: “Holiday Magic in the Disney Parks” Authors Talk About Merriest (and Most Surprising!) Images They Included in Their New Book

The biggest announcements from Disney Investor Day 2020, Disney Channel reveals Secrets of Sulphur Springs, Disney Parks Magical Christmas Celebration will air Christmas morning, ABC’s The Wonderful World of Disney returns, Jennifer Lopez to headline Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2021, Star Wars: Force For Change to launch The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Contest, and Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is returning to Walt Disney World. Plus, Becky Cline and Graham Allan, authors of Holiday Magic in the Disney Parks, reveal the merriest images in their new book—and some surprising details.
12/17/202040 minutes, 31 seconds
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Episode 65: “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” Stars on Their Holiday Special and Second Season

Details on the Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, the Disney Holiday Playlist is here to stream, Daveed Diggs’ new Hanukkah hip-hop song, “Watch Party” launches on Hulu.com, Lucasfilm will celebrate its 50th anniversary, ESPN & ABC to televise 49 games during the first half of the 2020-21 NBA regular season, The Bachelor returns with its landmark 25th season, and Billy Porter to join Ryan Seacrest and Lucy Hale for Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2021. Plus, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series stars dish on their holiday special and a Beast of a second season.
12/10/202038 minutes, 39 seconds
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Episode 64: Bob Weis on Big Honors and Incredible Coming Disney Parks Attractions

Live from Walt Disney World Resort, Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge available now on Oculus VR, legendary Imagineer Joe Rohde announced retirement, Disney supports Feeding America’s effort to provide produce for families in need, Doc McStuffins special coming to Disney Junior, The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration features nostalgic performances of holidays past on Thanksgiving night, and Disney+ debuts new trailers for High School Musical: The Musical: The Holiday Special and Godmothered. Plus, Imagineering president Bob Weis talks big honors, incredible attractions, and the importance of keeping Walt in the parks.
11/25/202039 minutes
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Episode 63: Derek Hough on “Dancing with the Stars” and "The Disney Holiday Singalong"

Updates on Disney Parks attractions including Avengers Campus, Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind; Godmothered and WandaVision get Disney+ debut dates; Black Beauty and Disney’s drama Safety gets debut dates and trailers; The Mysterious Benedict Society set to premiere on Disney+ next year; Disney Channel announces their all-new holiday special lineup; and ABC has announced the global superstar lineup for The Disney Holiday Singalong. Plus, Derek Hough dishes on Dancing With The Stars, working with Tyra Banks, joining High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, and making magic for The Disney Holiday Singalong.
11/19/202036 minutes, 51 seconds
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Episode 62: New Season of “The Conners” with Michael Fishman and Lecy Goranson

D23 Fantastic Worlds Celebration, ABC announces premieres for American Idol and more, holiday traditions at Walt Disney World Resort, new animated short and Mickey Mouse plush celebrates 40 years of Disney and Make-A-Wish, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort launching its 15th anniversary celebration, LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special trailer, original docu-series On Pointe coming to Disney+, and Disney Channel Original Movie Christmas Again begins production. Plus, The Conners stars Michael Fishman and Lecy Goranson on new season surprises, filming at Walt Disney World, and monster-ous fun with Disney Legend John Goodman.
11/12/202039 minutes, 19 seconds
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Episode 61: Inside Tokyo Disneyland's Fantasyland Expansion with Walt Disney Imagineering

ABC seasonal programming announced including The Disney Holiday Singalong, Freeform’s 25 Days of Christmas, Taraji P. Henson set to host the 2020 American Music Awards, ESPN unveils 35-game college football bowl season schedule, and Disney twenty-three Winter 2020 magazine release. Plus, Ted Robledo of Walt Disney Imagineering takes us inside Tokyo Disneyland’s unbelievable expansion, plus hidden details to find in Fantasyland at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom and working with Stan Lee on an Iron Man attraction.
11/5/202044 minutes, 35 seconds
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Episode 60: Behind the Scenes of “Clouds” with Justin Baldoni and Fin Argus

White rhino born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, enhancements to Walt Disney World Resort entrance, Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts set for January, Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew coming to Disney Springs, Downtown Disney District extends to Disney California Adventure, celebrate 40 years of Disney and Make-A-Wish with all-new products, Mando Mondays kicks off, and Sneakerella now in production. Plus, Clouds director Justin Baldoni and star Fin Argus take us behind the scenes of the inspirational Disney+ film.
10/29/202050 minutes, 38 seconds
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Episode 59: “The Right Stuff” and “Once Upon a Time” with Colin O’Donoghue and Patrick Fischler

A new trailer for Raya and the Last Dragon, Halloween at Shanghai Disney Resort, Disney helps Make-A-Wish grant 500,000th wish, stars announced for the LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special, a special look at The Mandalorian, The Real Right Stuff documentary from National Geographic to premiere on Disney+, Jon M. Chu set to direct Warwick Davis’ return in Lucasfilm’s Willow series, and Clouds hits #1 on iTunes for the second time in seven years. Plus, Colin O’Donoghue and Patrick Fischler talk The Right Stuff, Once Upon a Time, and hitting all four Walt Disney World Resort theme parks in one day.
10/22/202040 minutes, 1 second
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Episode 58: Yeardley Smith on Highlights of Voicing Lisa Simpson for 32 Seasons on "The Simpsons"

Clouds premiers on Disney+, visiting Downtown Disney, Soul coming to Disney+ in December, the return of Frozen FanFest, Disney Channel greenlights Hamster & Gretel, Freeform’s Kickoff to Christmas, all-new character art for The Mandalorian season two, High School Musical: The Musical: The Holiday Special, and The Simpson’s Yeardley Smith talks about voicing Lisa for more than 30 years, what’s coming this season, and Bart’s favorite Disney parks attraction.
10/15/202043 minutes, 6 seconds
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Episode 57: Magic Kingdom Halloween Surprises with a Walt Disney World Ambassador

Chef Mickey’s reopening at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Star Wars: Squadrons available now, Coco to have its network broadcast premiere, production has begun on Disney Junior’s Mickey Mouse Funhouse, National Geographic’s Rebuilding Paradise to air commercial-free, and new trailers from Free Guy and Meet the Chimps. Plus, Walt Disney World Ambassador Stephen Lim reveals devilishly good Halloween surprises—and a few spots you may never have visited at the resort.
10/8/202044 minutes, 32 seconds
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Episode 56: Jamie Chung Previews The New Season of “Big Hero Six The Series”

Baby giraffe born at Animal Kingdom, Coca-Cola x Walt Disney World Resort Collection debuts, exciting changes coming to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, mural pays tribute to Chadwick Boseman at Downtown Disney, Aulani Resort to begin a phased re-opening, Marvel Studios Phase Four release dates, Disney+ launches a co-viewing feature, first-look trailer for Marvel’s 616, casting is set for the DCOM Spin, and D23 Expo dates announced. Plus, Jamie Chung on Big Hero 6 The Series surprises and creating Mulan for Once Upon a Time.
10/1/202035 minutes, 20 seconds
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Episode 55: Andi Mack’s Peyton Elizabeth Lee Stars in Secret Society of Second-Born Royals

Disney’s Emmy winners, ABC arrests Erin Brockovich for a new drama, Tokyo Disneyland expansion areas to debut, Hong Kong Disneyland will officially re-open, meet the residents of Disney’s Animal Kingdom in the Disney Parks Wild Sights video series, baby rhinos coming soon to Walt Disney World, Disney and Lucasfilm announce “Mando Mondays,” The Empire Strikes Back is back in theaters, and WandaVision trailer unveiled. Plus, Peyton Elizabeth Lee talks super powers and set surprises from Secret Society of Second-Born Royals.
9/24/202030 minutes, 44 seconds
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Episode 54: “Earth to Ned” with Brian Henson

ABC comedies set premiere dates, The Mandalorian season two trailer released, The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse animated shorts will premiere on Mickey’s birthday, Doogie Kameāloha, M.D. to re-imagine popular ABC series Doogie Howser, M.D., trailer for Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disney+ film Clouds debuts October 16th, Halloween entertainment experiences (be)headed to Walt Disney World Resort, and TRON Lightcycle / Run marks a milestone at Magic Kingdom. Plus, Brian Henson talks making Muppet Christmas Carol, reveals secrets and surprises from the hilarious Earth to Ned.
9/17/202042 minutes, 3 seconds
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Episode 53: EPCOT Updates with Walt Disney Imagineer Zach Riddley

New holiday traditions coming to Walt Disney World Resort, the untold origins of Olaf, Halloween with D23, Dancing with the Stars celebrity cast, The Mandalorian gets season two debut, Trevor Tordjman to join BUNK’D, Freeform’s 31 Nights of Halloween set, and an update on Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disneyland. Plus, Disney Imagineer Zach Riddley shares news from EPCOT, favorites and gems from Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts, and more.
9/10/202042 minutes, 21 seconds
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Episode 52: Best Guests and Best Bloopers from One Year of “D23 Inside Disney”

The hosts look back at a year of the podcast showcasing a few of their favorite guests (including Yvette Nicole Brown, Bob Gurr, Ally Maki, Ginger Z, and Angela Kinsey) and revealing some moments that didn’t quite make it on the show...until now.
9/3/202033 minutes, 40 seconds
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D23 Inside Disney Celebrates the Magic and Music of Howard Ashman

Interviews from a special video edition of the D23 Inside Disney podcast, celebrating the beautiful, moving film Howard, an original documentary now streaming on Disney+. Howard tells the story of legendary lyricist—and Disney Legend—Howard Ashman, who penned for Disney the unforgettable lyrics to songs from The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin. An incredible roster of guests including Disney Legends, Jodi Benson, Alan Menken and Paige O’Hara; Howard Ashman’s sister Sarah Gillespie, Howard’s partner Bill Lauch, and Howard director Don Hahn.
8/28/202049 minutes, 56 seconds
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Episode 51: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Trading Post Collection With Scott Trowbridge

Sneak peek of Disney’s Mulan at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, new shopping experiences at Walt Disney World Resort’s Disney Spring, first look at Death on the Nile, Disney Channel Original Movie Spin announced, National Geographic’s The Right Stuff gets a premiere date on Disney+, and American Idol all-star judges return for season 4. Plus, Scott Trowbridge, Walt Disney Imagineering’s portfolio creative executive for the Star Wars franchise, made some exciting announcements on ways we are expanding the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge for our guests, a sneak peek at some must-have items coming to the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Trading Post, and some surprising Mandalorian Easter eggs that were hidden in Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities before the show premiered!
8/27/202039 minutes, 35 seconds
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Episode 50: “Phineas and Ferb The Movie: Candace Against the Universe” with Major Monogram and Dr. Doofenshmirtz

New Disney+ premieres including Earth to Ned from The Jim Henson Company, Magic Of Disney’s Animal Kingdom From National Geographic, The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special, and orginal docu-series Becoming. Plus, Christina Aguilera debuts new “Loyal Brave True” video for Mulan, season three of Big Hero 6 The Series set to premiere, pro dancers for Dancing with the Stars’ new season have been announced, “Marvel Mania” celebrates fifth anniversary with incredible collectibles, and Funko reveals a new The Child Pop! Bobblehead. Plus, Phineas and Ferb The Movie: Candace Against the Universe stars Major Monogram and Dr. Doofenshmirtz talk intergalactic secrets, recruiting Perry the Platypus, and more.
8/20/202037 minutes, 23 seconds
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Episode 49: A Sample of The Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

Selena Gomez and Steve Martin and more headed to Hulu, The Proud Family announces new cast member, new trailer for Phineas and Ferb The Movie: Candace Against the Universe, EPCOT’s main entrance fountain design revealed, customize your own Disney Park with the new mobile game Disney Wonderful Worlds, a first look at Disney's Halloween 'Villains' collection, and Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series is coming to PlayStation VR. Plus, the culinary creatives behind a Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival give us a sample of how this delectable hybrid came to be.
8/13/202031 minutes, 22 seconds
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Episode 48: Kermit The Frog Talks “Muppets Now” and more

Mulan coming to Disney+, Sigourney Weaver to narrate Secrets of the Whales for National Geographic, National Geographic announces its fall slate of Epic natural history series and specials, American Idol kicks off Idol Across America, Black Beauty coming to Disney+, Disney Launchpad: Shorts Incubator unveils their 2020 directors, and Pixar announces its next film Luca. Plus, Kermit the Frog of Muppets Now talks favorite guest stars, Disney parks memories, and… deep-fried mosquito churros?
8/6/202029 minutes, 40 seconds
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Episode 47: Casting a Spell with “Upside-Down Magic” star Vicki Lewis

Disney’s 145 Emmy nominations, the two-night event Love in the Time of Corona, exciting announcements from Disney’s Comic-Con@Home panels, Disney launches International Friendship Day global campaign “Mickey & Friends: Stay True,” virtual viewing of Disney Cruise Line’s Tangled: The Musical, Disney Parks Christmas in July holiday-themed products, and Alan Menken becomes an EGOT… and a LEGOT. Plus, Finding Nemo’s Vicki Lewis talks Pixar, auditioning for The Little Mermaid, and enchanting in the new DCOM Upside-Down Magic.
7/30/202035 minutes, 42 seconds
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Episode 46: Disney Legend Ming-Na Wen on the Final Season of Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.

New products inspired by Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, visiting Downtown Disney at Disneyland, Tyra Banks joins Dancing With the Stars, 2020 American Music Awards returns to ABC, a new way to get exclusive Marvel goodies, Princess Elena’s heroic journey sets a royal finale, new details on Muppets Now, release date set for Howard Ashman documentary on Disney+, and a new trailer and poster revealed for Beyoncé’s Black is King. Plus, Disney Legend Ming-Na Wen talks Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and who would win in a battle: Mulan or May?
7/23/202032 minutes, 35 seconds
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Episode 45: From Broadway to Disney+ with Heidi Blickenstaff and Kara Lindsay

Disneyland Park 65th anniversary merchandise collection, an all-new animated Star Wars series, Hulu’s Woke gets a premiere date, NBA Countdown presented by Mountain Dew: NBA Restart on ABC, Disney Music Summer Camp, Frozen 2’s Bruni is back, and much more. Plus, Broadway stars Heidi Blickenstaff and Kara Lindsay discuss Freaky Friday, Newsies, watching themselves on Disney+, and belting out Disney tunes at EPCOT.
7/16/202044 minutes, 40 seconds
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Episode 44: Sing Along With “ZOMBIES” star Trevor Tordjman during “Disney Channel Summer Sing-Along

Walt Disney World Resort continues phased reopening, Colin Kaepernick and Disney announce partnership deal, new trailer for Disney’s The One And Only Ivan, Disney and Marvel announce panels for Comic-con@Home, Toy Story alien makeover in new Funko Pop collection, and D23-exclusive pin sets released. Plus, ZOMBIES star Trevor Tordjman reveals how he shot his Disney Channel Summer Sing-Along video, his (very surprising!) dream Disney character to cheer with, and his Disney parks favorites.
7/9/202027 minutes, 13 seconds
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Episode 43: An Extreme Play-By-Play of Holey Moley with Joe Tessitore

A visual album from Beyoncé inspired by The Lion King, new trailers for Soul and Muppets Now, Disney Channel brings us a special night of music, Splash Mountain will be reimagined with The Princess and the Frog theming, EPCOT’s Mariachi Cobre sings from Coco, and National Geographic announces Rebuilding Paradise from Ron Howard. Plus, Joe Tessitore of Holey Moley talks about the show’s extreme courses and how he’d do play-by-play commentary for breakfast.
7/2/202032 minutes, 28 seconds
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Episode 42: Chilling "Frozen" Secrets

Two more Disney parks announce reopening, EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival set to return, trailers from The King's Man and Hamilton, new comedy series United We Fall coming to ABC, and Disney Channel sets premiere date for Upside-Down Magic. Plus, Amy Astley, Executive Producer of Into the Unknown: Making Frozen 2, talks about her Disney journey and reveals three things you never knew about Frozen.
6/25/202037 minutes, 34 seconds
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Episode 41: Reopening Disney Springs and What's Next

Hong Kong Disneyland reopens, Major League Soccer to resume at Walt Disney World Resort, Myth: A Frozen Tale now on Oculus Quest, Marvel to provide free X-Men and Spider-Man comic books, Sharkfest takes a bite out of National Geographic, and The One and Only Ivan to premiere exclusively on Disney+. Plus, Matt Simon, VP of Disney Springs, talks about reopening the immersive shopping and dining destination and what's next.
6/18/202027 minutes, 25 seconds
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Episode 40: Behind the Magic of Artemis Fowl With Director Kenneth Branagh

Disneyland Resort announces reopening plans, a Disney fun house opens at Shanghai Children's Center, Diary of A Future President returns for a second season, a new Star Wars VR experience to explore Galaxy's Edge, and a documentary premieres to mark the 50th anniversary of the Walt Disney Archives. Plus, Kenneth Branagh takes us behind the magic of his new movie Artemis Fowl, let's us know where to find his secret cameo in the Disney+ film, and talks creating Cinderella's dazzling ball.
6/11/202026 minutes, 40 seconds
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Episode 39: Inside the Final Season of Marvel Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. with Chloe Bennet

Epcot's Voices of Liberty sings out, virtual viewing of The Lion King: Rhythm of the Pride Lands, ABC game shows set to premiere, Walt Disney Animation Studios brand new Zenimation, Funko unveils new Marvel collaboration and ABC, National Geographic, and Nat Geo WILD announce slate for 2020-2021 season. Plus, Chloe Bennet talks set secrets from the final season of Marvel Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and how she's ready to singalong to Hamilton on Disney+.
5/28/202024 minutes, 29 seconds
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Episode 38: Revealing the Truth with Yvette Nicole Brown

Major Disney leadership announcements, Disney Springs reopens at Walt Disney World Resort, D23's Pollyanna-versary celebrates 60 years of the beloved classic, Dapper Dans harmonize to a birthday message, Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway drives into a new mobile game, and the new film Clouds coming to Disney+. Plus, Yvette Nicole Brown talks John Stamos, being a bad liar, and why Disney fans will love The Big Fib.
5/21/202030 minutes, 1 second
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Episode 37: It's A Dog's Life with Bill Farmer

Shanghai Disneyland reopens its gates, Hamilton coming to Disney+ in July, America's Funniest Home Videos "at home" special, the Wonderful World of Disney returns, 2020 ESPYS shifts focus, and the spooky new R.L. Stine series Just Beyond. Plus, Disney Legend Bill Farmer reveals his Goofy-est moments, Disney favorites, and behind-the-scenes details on his new Disney+ show It's A Dog's Life.
5/14/202027 minutes, 10 seconds
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Episode 36: Disney Legend Bob Gurr on Working with Walt Disney

Ride through Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, new stars announced for The Disney Family Singalong, Vol. II, a new Star Wars movie coming from Taika Waititi, Disney donates 1 million face masks, new game show from Ryan Reynolds and Adam Scott,National Geographic's The Right Stuff will debut on Disney+, and Disney Legend Bob Gurr talks shooting hoops in the Matterhorn, The Imagineering Story, and the biggest misconception about Walt Disney.
5/7/202033 minutes
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Episode 35: Disney Throwbacks with Kim Possible's Christy Carlson Romano

Disney Family Singalong returns to ABC, zoom around the Incredicoaster online, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker comes to Disney+ early, new Lion King filters for social, and the trailer for It's a Dog's Life with Bill Farmer. Plus, Christy Carlson Romano talks Kim Possible, Even Stevens and her favorite Disney throwbacks.
4/30/202024 minutes, 49 seconds
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Episode 34: Disney Imagineering Secrets

Disney characters ready to give you a call, Star Wars Day celebrated on Disney+, Disney's Animal Kingdom welcomes a new Zebra, and a fascinating new National Geographic dcoumentary from Ron Howard. Plus, Bob Weis, President of Walt Disney Imagineering and Leslie Iwerks, creator, producer, and director of The Imagineering Story talk creating the series, stories still untold and pushing the boundaries of innovation.
4/23/202039 minutes, 50 seconds
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Episode 33: Celebrating Animals and the Environment at Disney with Dr. Mark Penning

All the things coming from Disney in honor of Earth Month, celebrities sing favorite Disney tunes, ABC to cover NFL draft, new series Prop Culture and It's a Dog's Life with Bill Farmer coming to Disney+, and premiere dates for Marvel Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and other ABC favorites. Plus, Dr. Mark Penning from Disney's Animals, Science and Environment talks meeting a gorilla, favorite Disney animals, and celebrating Earth Day in your own backyard.
4/16/202037 minutes, 52 seconds
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Episode 32: Angela Kinsey Cooks Up Magic on "Be Our Chef"

Disney Magic Moments launches, extraordinary Disney Parks donations, Walt Disney Studios announces new dates for Mulan and more, star-studded One World: Together at Home global special, and Millionaire Live app with cash prizes. Plus, Angela Kinsey, host of the Disney+ show Be Our Chef, talks cooking disasters, working with Disney chefs and favorite Disney Parks treats.
4/9/202032 minutes, 28 seconds
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Episode 31: "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" Final Season with Ashley Eckstein

New Disneynature films in honor of Earth Month, ESPN's Michael Jordan documentary,Dapper Dans share magic online, a baby zebra at Disney's Animal Kingdom, a Disneyland parade in your living room, and Disney Sorcerer's Arena mobile app game released. Plus Ashley Eckstein, voice of Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars: The Clone Wars and founder of Her Universe talks about the new season, her fashion line and her Disney favorites.
4/2/202041 minutes, 44 seconds
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Episode 30: Behind the Scenes of Stargirl

Hulu launches a free 24/7 stream of ABC News Live, Onward arrives early on digital and Disney+, celebrities share Disney stories, Disney's Animal Kingdom welcomes a baby porcupine, and Graham Verchere of Stargirl tells us about what he's watching, fanguy-ing over a costar, and singing in the film.
3/26/202023 minutes, 32 seconds
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Episode 29: Everything You Need to Watch and Stream Right Now

New trailer for Pixar's Soul, Frozen 2 comes to Disney+ early, Matthew Morrison's new Disney music, celebrating the songs of Coco, Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts donate to local food banks, and from Stargirl, Moana and American Idol to The Golden Girls, Life Below Zero and Boy Meets World, the hosts talk about what Disney fans are watching from home right now.
3/19/202017 minutes, 38 seconds
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Episode 28: Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival's Must-See Topiaries

Exciting new details about Avengers Campus, 50 years of Disney on display, new trailers from Black Widow and Jungle Cruise, and a surprising addition to the cast of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series. Plus, Eric Darden of Epcot International Flower & Garden reveals how topiaries are created and breaks down all of the festival's can't-miss experiences.
3/12/202018 minutes, 1 second
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Episode 27: Easter Eggs and Behind-the-Scenes from Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway

Spaceship Earth transforms at EPCOT, Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival kicks off, the new "Bachelorette" revealed, Marvel's Future Avengers debuts, The Proud Family gets revival on Disney+, and Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway Imagineers Kevin Rafferty and Charita Carter reveal details about "2 and ​1⁄2 D" technology, "hidden Ub Iwerks" in the attraction, and characters we will see.
3/5/202042 minutes, 27 seconds
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Episode 26: Secrets from the Walt Disney Archives

Disney Channel Fan Fest returns to Disneyland and Walt Disney World, a new restaurant opens at Epcot, The Bachelor's Chris Harrison & ESPN's Sage Steele to host new live show, new Mandalorian "The Child" toys that will amaze, and Robert Maxhimer, Exhibitions Manager of Walt Disney Archives, breaks down what to expect at the Inside the Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Preserving the Magic exhibit, his favorite treasure, and other ways to celebrate the Archives' 50th anniversary.
2/27/202020 minutes, 31 seconds
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Episode 25: Moana and Coco Make Their Parade Debuts in Magic Happens

Disney's Animal Kingdom celebrates the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, new Disney Princess wedding dresses, and exciting casting announcements for the Disney+ series The Mighty Ducks. Plus Jordan Peterson, Disney Live Entertainment Show Director of Magic Happens, talks about going from a parade performer to a parade show director and shares the Easter eggs fans will want to look for on the incredible floats.
2/20/202031 minutes, 15 seconds
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Episode 24: Behind the Scenes with Meg Donnelly of Zombies 2

Disney's Oscar winners, a new eatery comes to Disney Springs, three Central Florida hospitals gets Disney transformations,Mulan on the cover of the new issue of Disney twenty-three, Disney+ celebrates Valentine's Day, and Meg Donnelly of Zombies 2 reveals funny set stories, her craziest fan encounter, and her Disney favorites.
2/13/202023 minutes, 2 seconds
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Episode 23: Disney Easter Eggs from the Disney+ animated series Short Circuit

High School Musical: The Musical: The Series Season 2 musical revealed, all the trailers from the Big Game, Hamilton coming to the big screen, and Disney Parks makes dreams and wishes come true. Plus, Jennifer Newfield, Production Manager, and Zach Parrish, Director, from Walt Disney Animation Studios' Short Circuit talk about pitching stories, seeing their characters in the Disney parks, and Easter eggs to look out for on the Disney+ series.
2/6/202033 minutes, 4 seconds
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Episode 22: Disney Parks News and Exciting Event Announcements from D23

Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Day at Sea are returning, everything new at Walt Disney World Resort, Disney Parks preview of Pixar's Onward, Short Circuit and Lamp Life come to Disney+ and Vice President of D23, Michael Vargo, breaks some major D23 event news, talks D23 membership and treasures that he's found in the Walt Disney Archives.
1/30/202024 minutes, 6 seconds
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Episode 21: Behind the Scenes on Designing Characters for The Lion Guard and and the new Mickey Mouse Mixed-Up Adventures

Debut of Duffy's new friend at Aulani, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse kick off Lunar New Year in designer outfits, and Freeform, National Geographic and Disney+ announce shows for next season. Plus, Jose Zelaya, Disney Television Animation character designer, details his journey from El Salvador to Disney and creating new characters for the Company.
1/23/202020 minutes, 12 seconds
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Episode 20: Disney+ Unscripted Adventures from The Imagineering Story to Mickey Mouse

Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival returns, big Oscar nominations for The Walt Disney Company,Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opening at Disneyland, cinematic adventures debuting at Epcot, and Disney+ Vice President of Non-Fiction Originals, Dan Silver, talks about working across our biggest brands, the wildly popular The Imagineering Story, and what to expect from the unscripted comedy Earth to Ned and the highly anticipated Mickey Mouse and Howard Ashman documentaries.
1/16/202033 minutes, 25 seconds
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Episode 19: The Stars of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series

D23's "Fantastic" new Gold Member gift, Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure (and Gucci!), new shows and movies coming to Disney+, and Sam the Eagle's regal BBQ. Plus, Olivia Rodrigo and Joshua Bassett, the stars of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, talk about their epic season finale, Disneyland favorites, and what musical they hope to do in Season Two of the hit show.
1/9/202028 minutes, 32 seconds
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Episode 18: Disney's Best of 2019...and 2020!

From Toy Story 4 and D23 Expo to One Day at Disney and Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, the hosts select their best of Disney from 2019. And they look to what's hot for 2020 including Onward, Avengers Campus, and Jungle Cruise. Plus, a few surprises too!
12/23/201912 minutes, 55 seconds
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Episode 17: The creative team behind Togo share stories from the making of the film

The Magic Happens parade at Disneyland sets a date, Zombies 2 coming to Disney Channel, additions to the 2020 Epcot International Festival of the Arts, Diary of a Future President to premiere on Disney+, construction starts on Zootopia-themed land at Shanghai Disneyland, and Ericson Core, director of Togo, and producer Kim Zubick talk about working with real dogs and unpredictable weather while telling the story of an astounding journey to save an Alaskan town.
12/19/201928 minutes, 17 seconds
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Special Episode: The Making of One Day at Disney

From the most surprising interview to jobs at Disney you may never have known existed, Bruce Steele, the author of One Day at Disney, reveals what it was like putting together this epic project.
12/17/201913 minutes, 26 seconds
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Episode 16: Behind the Scenes on Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

Amazing additions to Tokyo Disneyland, Disney Golden Globe nominations, new trailers for Free Guy and Disney's Mulan, a Belle of a color collection at Disney Parks and shopDisney, and John Larena, Executive Creative Director, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance reveals details behind the making of this epic attraction-and working with the stars of the new trilogy.
12/12/201928 minutes, 58 seconds
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Episode 15: One Day at Disney and A Look Into The New Cruise Ships

Tons of Walt Disney World Resort reveals, debut of the Black Widow trailer, the slate of D23 events for 2020, updates to Disneyland's Snow White's Scary Adventures, Star Wars: Jedi Temple Challenge game show coming to Disney+ and Laura Cabo, the Portfolio Creative Executive for Imagineering's Disney Cruise Line Portfolio, tells us why Rapunzel is on the stern of the Disney Wish and what it was like to be part of One Day at Disney.
12/5/201933 minutes, 54 seconds
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Episode 14: Disney Television Animation producers Mark McCorkle and Bob Schooley

Frozen comes to Disneyland Paris, new characters and reveals for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, fan favorite is making a return to Lizzie McGuire on Disney+, Tommorrowland is getting a new entrance, and animation producers Mark McCorkle & Bob Schooley talk favorite characters, sharing an office and a special holiday episode of Big Hero 6: The Series.
11/27/201925 minutes, 36 seconds
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Episode 13: Frozen 2's creators share "chilling" behind-the-scenes secrets

Disneyland Resort turns festive with Holiday treats and attractions, Lucasfilm's live-action series gets the red carpet treatment, Freeform's new movie goes romantic, and Frozen 2 directors/writers Jennifer Lee and Chris Buck talk about reuniting with the cast and why they had to venture "into the unknown" for the epic sequel.
11/21/201920 minutes, 36 seconds
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Episode 12: Mickey Mouse's Birthday - The voice behind the mouse shared sweet and surprising stories

Big stars are headed to three new Disney holiday specials, Yvette Nicole Brown hosts a silly kids game show for Disney+, a must-see new exhibit opens inside Epcot's Morocco Pavilion Gallery, and Bret Iwan, the voice of Mickey Mouse, reveals how he landed his role, the first thing he voiced, and how he came to own a Darth Vader mask.
11/14/201934 minutes, 55 seconds
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Episode 11: Secrets from the Disney+ Set of Lady and the Tramp and Christmas Comes to the Disney Parks

New holiday magic at Disney Parks, Freeform's 25 Days of Christmas full schedule announced, huge artists perform songs from Frozen 2, Mandy Moore kicks off a Toys for Tots collaboration, John Stamos on a new Disney+ series, and Yvette Nicole Brown from Lady and the Tramp talks about her role as "woman on the elevator" in Marvel's Avengers: Endgame, her new Disney+ movie, and adopting a dog from set.
11/7/201920 minutes, 7 seconds
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Episode 10: Prince Eric speaks out-and sings!-about "The Little Mermaid Live!"

New Frozen 2 desserts at Walt Disney World, Lizzie McGuire brings back original cast members, new Disney+ series including an alien-hosted talk show from Jim Henson Co. & a docuseries from Lebron James, and Graham Phillips-Prince Eric on The Wonderful World of Disney Presents The Little Mermaid Live! - talks about the incredible upcoming show, Eric's song you may not know, and his favorite Disneyland attractions.
10/31/201918 minutes, 58 seconds
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Episode 9: Behind the creation of the Disneyland TV series. Plus, Star Tours, Star Wars, and a star of the Walt Disney Archives.

A new destination announced for Star Tours at Disney Parks, an exciting Marvel podcast series, The Imagineering Story and more new shows and movies announced for Disney+. Plus, we speak with Walt Disney Archives director Becky Cline about the creation of the Disneyland TV series-and some of the Archives' most treasured treasures.
10/24/201926 minutes, 15 seconds
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Episode 8: The making of a magnificent Maleficent sequel. Plus, Candlelight at the parks, Disney+ reveals, and more.

Exciting new trailers for Jungle Cruise, Onward and Lady and the Tramp, Candlelight Processional at the parks, a jamming new show, Disney+ reveals, and Disney's Louie Provost takes us behind the scenes on the making of Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, revealing how the epic dinner table scene came to be.
10/17/201929 minutes, 15 seconds
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Episode 7: New Park Treats, Holiday Décor, and Cast Members Make the Magic at Disney Store

A new Disney+ series on Disney Parks attractions, Christmas comes early to Freeform, all-new holiday décor for Disney's Animal Kingdom. Plus, Will Tripp, neighborhood store manager, tells us secrets about Disney Store and the products to look out for this season.
10/10/201919 minutes, 57 seconds
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Episode 6: Surprising Stories from Toy Story 4 with Ally Maki

Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival is set to bloom, big Julie Andrews news, Baby Swedish Chef makes his animated debut on Muppet Babies, and new stars join The Wonderful World of Disney presents The Little Mermaid Live!. Plus, Ally Maki, voice of Giggle McDimples in Toy Story 4, shares what it was like growing up with the Toy Story franchise and reveals an unbelievable premiere night surprise.
10/3/201922 minutes, 10 seconds
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Episode 5: Exclusive Behind-the-Making of "Epcot Forever"

New shows coming to Disneyland, incredible attractions opening at Tokyo Disneyland, news on Frozen 2, 31 Nights of Halloween Fan Fest coming to Freeform, and a new single by Bebe Rexha for Maleficent: Mistress of Evil. Plus, Dan Stamper, Principal Music Producer for Walt Disney Parks Live Entertainment, shares stories about the creation of the new spectacle "Epcot Forever."
9/26/201918 minutes, 18 seconds