Around the Hub – Season 2 – Episode 21

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Around the Hub is a game show based on ESPN’s Around the Horn. Four contestants from around the WDWNT Network of Podcasts match wits in a game of competitive banter. Points are awarded for good arguments and points may be deducted if a podcaster loses their train of thought or says something the host does not agree with. There are 3 rounds of play, starting off with the Rope Drop (which covers the biggest news stories of the week from the entire Walt Disney Company) and ending with the Face-Off between the last two podcasters standing. At the end of each round the podcaster with the lowest point total is eliminated. The winner of each episode gets a thirty second Meet ‘N’ Greet to discuss anything from the World of Disney that is on their minds.

Around the Hub turns 21! Join host Patrick Hackett and an all-star panel as they discuss adult beverages throughout the Disney Resorts. Special guest AJ Wolfe from The Disney Food Blog joins the panel to discuss all things drinkable. Joining AJ are Around the Hub main stays David Smith and Ron D’Anna. Finally making his return to argue about alcohol is Zach Larson. A new final round aptly named “Mixology” makes its debut.

Around the Hub – Season 2 – Episode 22

WDWNT on March 1, 2013

Around the Hub is a game show based on ESPN’s Around the Horn. Four contestants from around the WDWNT Network of Podcasts match wits in a game of competitive banter. Points are awarded for good arguments and points may be deducted if a podcaster loses their train of thought or says something the host does not agree with. There are 3 rounds of play, starting off with the Rope Drop (which covers the biggest news stories of the week from the entire Walt Disney Company) and ending with the Face-Off between the last two podcasters standing. At the end of each round the podcaster with the lowest point total is eliminated. The winner of each episode gets a thirty second Meet ‘N’ Greet to discuss anything from the World of Disney that is on their minds.

Host Patrick Hackett and his panel break down the upcoming Lone Ranger movie as well as react to Starbucks opening on Main Street USA! An in-depth discussion is held on merchandising. Finally, we talk John Carter. That’s right John Carter talk on Around the Hub. Please join the fantastic panel of Rob Page, Eric Lancy, Justin Heyman, and Ben Harris for this tremendously fun episode!

Around the Hub – Season 2 – Episode 23

WDWNT on March 1, 2013

Around the Hub is a game show based on ESPN’s Around the Horn. Four contestants from around the WDWNT Network of Podcasts match wits in a game of competitive banter. Points are awarded for good arguments and points may be deducted if a podcaster loses their train of thought or says something the host does not agree with. There are 3 rounds of play, starting off with the Rope Drop (which covers the biggest news stories of the week from the entire Walt Disney Company) and ending with the Face-Off between the last two podcasters standing. At the end of each round the podcaster with the lowest point total is eliminated. The winner of each episode gets a thirty second Meet ‘N’ Greet to discuss anything from the World of Disney that is on their minds.

Episode 23 for Season 2 is the live season finale and “A Salute to All Nations But Mostly America”. Join Zach Larson, Justin Heyman, David Smith, and newcomer Tim Alcoser as they discuss the Disney Company’s impact on and relationship with America and American pop culture.

Episode 145 America on Parade

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Ep. 145 America on Parade

This week we review the Park 13 Haunted Mansion and Tower of Terror LE box sets. We preview the upcoming Indiana Jones series. We have news about Valentine’s Day, Aladdin and Disney Store figures. And we have an interview with Disney Design Group artist Maria Clapsis.


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Japan Exclusive Hinamatsuri Vinyls Coming Soon

WDWNT on March 1, 2013

Vinylmation Exchange has posted a new photo detailing two new Japanese exclusive vinyls coming out. The designs are of Mickey and Minnie and they represent the annual Japanese Doll Festival which occurs every year on March 3rd.

Great use of accessories, these vinyls keep well with the Japanese style we’ve grown accustomed to, and would look great next to any other Japanese vinyls in a collection. These will release on December 26th. What do you guys think?

Puppy Love for Valentine’s Day 2014

WDWNT on March 1, 2013

On January 24, 2014 our first duel three inch figure combo pack for Valentine’s Day will be released at D-Streets. This combo features Lady and the Tramp and is an edition size of 2000. It is a nice artist and cartoony take on the two characters that still leaves room for Animation series versions of these two love dogs that can be designed closer to the original animation.

Nacho Finally Reveals His New Two Pack (And I Couldn’t be Happier)

WDWNT on March 1, 2013

Today, Nacho pulled back the curtain on a brand new Two-Pack that he has been teasing for the past two weeks. It turns out that his “fancy” Minnie and top hat Mickey are in fact a brand new New York City exclusive!!! Take a look at the full designs below:

These two figures are supposed to represent Mickey and Minnie heading out to an old time Broadway show. According to Nacho, the Mickey has a “soft matte finish”, while Minnie has “a light pearlescent finish on her flapper dress”. The top hat and flapper hat on the figures are perfectly over the top too. And it seems like Nacho is just as excited about these as I am. Being born and raised in New York, I definitely feel a strong attachment to these figures, especially that box. I love going to Broadway shows and getting all dressed up and making a fun night out of it, just like these two are doing! According to Nacho, this two-pack should be available now at the Times Square Disney store. It doesn’t appear that they are limited, and no price was given. What do you guys think? Will you be adding these showstoppers to your collection?

Spotlight On: Brian Shapiro’s Invertimation Series

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Custom Artist Brian Shapiro is back with a very intriguing series customs set for next year:

I present my last custom of 2013 which is a preview of a series I’m going to do in 2014 called Invertimation!

That mischievous prankster, the Cheshire Cat, has teamed up with other tricky characters like Stitch and Genie to invert the colors of some of Disney’s beloved characters.  To undo this magic spell on your phone or tablet, simply invert the colors on it and look at the photo as shown.  For iOS devices go to Settings>General>Accessibility>Invert Colors.  I’m not sure how to do it on Android.  If you are viewing this on a monitor, invert the colors on your phone and look at the pic with your device’s camera.  Enjoy!

Next up is Experiment 626!!  See you in 2014!

Enrique Pita Releases More Images of the Hawaii Exclusive Tiki Juniors

WDWNT on March 1, 2013

Following up with Nacho Rodriguez’s previous Instagram teases, Enrique Pita took to social media to post two more preview pictures of the Tiki Mickey and Minnie Juniors that are coming to Hawaii. According to his post, these new vinyls will release “soon” exclusively at the Ala Moana Disney Store in Honolulu, Hawaii. Take a look at the pictures below:

What do you guys think of these designs? I love the seashell bathing suit on the Minnie and the surfboard is a nice touch on Mickey. Its truly amazing how far Juniors have come, the detail on these is incredible!!!!

Episode 144 Zipper

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Ep. 144 Zipper

This week we review the releases of the past week including Animation 4, Disney Character Star Wars and the Dated 2014 figures. We also give our thoughts on the Eachez line of Vinylmation and have a full updated release calendar.


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