Episode 037 Pongo Chaser Episode: The Florida Project

WDWNT on January 1, 1970

Ep. 037 Pongo Chaser – The Florida Project
This episode breaks down all The Florida Project announcements. There was a lot to cover, and at just under 2 hours, our longest podcast yet. From Alice to Park 8. From Disney Classics to Star Wars 2, we give you a first hand account of all the upcoming products announced and on display. Including… Project Z, or what is now Park Starz. We are also joined by Disney Artists Thomas Scott and Casey Jones.
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A Look at Park 8

WDWNT on January 1, 1970

We got our first real look at Urban 8 at The Florida Project. They showed off a couple 9″ as well as several 3″. We also found the Urban 8 pins that gave up 3 more designs.

Urban 8 3″
Price: $9.95
Release: November 2011

We found these figures at the Florida Project, and then found some pins to fill out more of the set. So far, only 8 of the 12. 3″

Raccoon

Artist: Casey Jones

This little fellow looks happy. Maybe he saw the hotdog.

Barricade

Artist: Thomas Scott

Directing traffic everywhere.

Hot Dog

Artist: Dan Howard

Looks yummy. Though I prefer just ketchup and relish.
-MC

Zombie Break Dancer

Artist: Monty Maldovan

We aren’t sure why the skin is blue, but this guy looks radical.

Beatnik

Artist: Thomas Scott

Cool cool cat.

Tree Frog

Artist: Robert Vann

Watch out, they are poisonous.

Beaded Necklace

Looks like this guy went to Mardi Gras, but this isn’t the Holiday series.

Aztech Warrior

This guy looks serious.
Urban Robot

This one is weird, sense there is a Robot series. Not only that, but the second Robot series is coming soon.

Also with this series are some LE. These look amazing!!

9″ Sock Monkey

$39.95
December 2011
LE 800

This one is adorable. Buy several, each for each woman in your life.

9″ Boxer

Artist: Casey Jones
$39.95
January 2012
LE 1000

This is a great looking piece. If any of the bandaids were mixed media, I’d almost think this was a one-of-a-kind.

Oh, and the boxing gloves, besides being awesome, are removable. When you can, check out his hands underneath.

9″ Saber Tooth Tiger

$39.95
January 2012

This figure was named on a placard at The Florida Project, but it was not displayed. It’s sounds pretty cool though. I hope the teeth are 3D.

A Look at Urban 9

WDWNT on January 1, 1970

 

2 Urban 9s were on display at The Florida Project. No word on release date for these.

 

 

 

A sheep is one of our first peaks inside Urban 9. It has horns in the ears and hoofs painted onto the feet.

Lots of ways to enjoy Vinylmation for breakfast now. Here is a toaster, Vinylmation brand, with clear ears and toast flying out the top. it’s a simple design, but looks really good.

WDW 2012 Marathon Vinylmation

WDWNT on January 1, 1970

Here is a look at the new WDW Marathon, Half Marathon and Goofy’s Race Vinylmation. This year’s versions are in the style of stopwatches and like in year’s past, there will be a spot to write your time on the back. The should be available in early January.

WDW 2012 Marathon
WDW 2012 Half Marathon
9″ WDW 2012 Goofy’s Race

The Orange Bird at The Florida Project

WDWNT on January 1, 1970

At this past weekend’s Florida Project trading event, the theme was just awesome. Original ride vehicles and marvelously themed trading areas adorned the World Showplace. Disney also hid a bunch of Orange Birds all over the place. The Orange Bird was also the exclusive event Vinylmation figure that guests could trade for with Cast Members. So it’s only natural the little guy flew around the room for a photo shoot.

Orange Bird in front of the Castle themed trading area
Orange Bird next to an original MK Skyway vehicle
Orange Bird at an actual Nautilus sub from MK’s 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
Orange Bird at the Mr. Toad themed trading station
Orange Bird at the Haunted Mansion themed trading station
Orange Bird dancing with Minnie at the Resorts themed trading area
Orange Bird by the stage
Orange Bird next to some big orange bird
Orange Birds. I couldn’t find the larger one in the trade boxes.

Now here is a look at Disney’s hidden Orange Birds all around the room.

Peeking out of a cardboard Skyway vehicle overhead
Perched atop the Castle
As a ghostly haunt at the mansion
Waiting to take his Wild Ride
Off to work this Orange Bird goes
Hanging at the Resorts… the least hidden of the Orange Birds