The Jedi, Hero & Princess Podcast – #14 “Not a Creepy Crush”

WDWNT on May 18, 2016

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In this week’s edition of The Jedi, Hero and Princess Podcast we discuss the long term Disney live action movie lineup. Nick yells at Disney over pin trading vouchers. Zoe tells us about Tsum Tsum and other adorable things she bought and things that on the way. Brendt gives us his take on the latest Marvel news. There is a lot of great new Star Wars merch out and on the way, including new Pop! Funko. All that, along with our most embarrassing moments, a bracket tournament champ is crowned and a contest winner is chosen.

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The Jedi, Hero and Princess is a biweekly podcast about all things Disney, Star Wars and Marvel. There are plenty places to get the latest news and commentary of the day, but JHP offers fun, lively, casual discussions about things going on across the Disney universe. Each show, go Shopping with Zoe and find out some of the coolest and often most adorable products out there. Brendt fills us in on Marvel comics, TV, movies and merchandise. And Nick finds some of the best stories in the galaxy. JHP has competitions, keeps you up to date on the latest collectibles and at the end of each show, the fan favorite “Most Embarrassing Moment Since the Last Podcast.”

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Enjoy an Enchanted Christmas at Disneyland Paris in 2014

WDWNT on November 25, 2014

Disneyland Paris is treating guests young and old to a world of winter wonders for the next two months by kicked-off its Enchanted Christmas season.

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This Christmas sees Merida, from Disney Pixar’s Brave, appear at the park for the very first time. Similarly, Disney guests will finally be able to meet Anna and Elsa, Frozen‘s royal sisters, in person.

Disneyland Paris is also debuting a new sugar and spice themed parade called Disney’s Christmas Parade during the two month Christmas season (which lasts until January 7th, 2015) and 3 new scenes from Frozen have been added to the nighttime spectacular show Disney Dreams…of Christmas. The Enchanted Christmas season was launched in style by European celebrities and their families who celebrated Christmas at the park about six weeks early!

There’s plenty to look forward to during the season for adults too as Disneyland Paris’s traditional New Year’s Eve parties, celebrated with Mickey and Co., continue as 2014 becomes 2015!

The entire Enchanted Christmas season sounds pretty magical – an enormous Christmas tree, frosted decorations, encounters with Disney characters in their holiday outfits and, of course, Father Christmas! Also, an essential ingredient for Christmas magic: snow falling every day on Main Street U.S.A.!

Now, I just need to convince my fiancé that we need to celebrate Christmas in the parks!

Disney Animated Movies Listed In Order Of Historical Setting

WDWNT on September 30, 2014

Have you ever wondered what year your favorite Disney animated movie took place in? Well wonder no more. Thanks to Disney blogger, Aish, we have an answer for most of them and a best educated guest for the really difficult ones. Aish put together a timeline detailing each Disney animated movie and what time period each movie was set in. There are definitely allot of movies I was unaware of how far they went back to.

You can follow Aish’s Blog at http://disneysnewgroove.tumblr.com

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Disney movies in order of historical setting

(Excludes most of the package films. Some films, eg The Lion King, are impossible to pin down exactly and some, like Aladdin and Treasure Planet, are anachronistic, so these are estimations. A few have been split into 2 if there is more than one time period in the movie, and sequels have been put together.)

Is Disney looking to buy Warner Brothers?

WDWNT on September 5, 2014

Is Disney looking to buy Warner Brothers?

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Recently it was announced that the head of FOX, Rupert Murdoch, tried to purchase Time Warner Brothers Studios for $80 billion. Warner Brothers did not feel that was an adequate amount and Murdoch withdrew his takeover bid. For most people, this came as a surprise that a possible merger was even in the works. According to the Hollywood Reporter, Warner Brothers is still ripe for a possible takeover bid. The current leader is China’s wealthiest man, Wang Jianlin. If Wang’s takeover bid does not come to fruition, according to The Hollywood Reporter, the 3 possible strongest candidates are Disney, Google and Apple. Disney’s market cap is currently worth $149 billion, Google’s market cap is $385 billion and Apples’ market cap is $567 billion. Disney does seem like the low man on the totem poll compered to the other potential candidates, but with $149 billion the possible merger is still a possibility. Remember a few years ago, no one believed that Lucasfilm could be purchased by any company. I am sure a merger of this magnitude would still have to meet hurdles dealing with the Federal Trade Commission and the Securities And Exchange Commission. If a merger like this did go through for Disney and Warner, it would mean that Disney would acquire the likes of the Harry Potter series, The Lord Of The Rings films, DC Comics and all of their movies, classic Warner Brothers cartoons, such as Bugs Bunny, and The Wizard Of Oz.

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Pixar Working on Cars 3 and Incredibles Sequel; Star Wars Episode 7 Details

WDWNT on March 31, 2014

1483059-the_incredibles_the_incredibles_620936_1280_994During the Walt Disney Company Shareholders Meeting, CEO Bob Iger announced that Pixar Studios is working on 2 new upcoming movies. The first movie is a third sequel to the Cars franchise and the second movie is a sequel to the 2004 hit movie, The Incredibles. The sequel for The Incredibles is being written by Brad Bird. No more details about when these 2 movies will be released. Stay tuned to WDWNT for more information on these announcements.

Additionally, Iger didn’t give many details for the upcoming Star Wars Episode 7 film with the exception that it will take place 30 years after “Return of the Jedi”. As of now, the only officially casted robot for the movie is R2-D2.

Marvel Teaming Up With Netflix For 4 Original Superhero Shows

WDWNT on December 4, 2013

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Marvel is teaming up with Netflix to create 4 new “Avengers-style” shows that will begin airing in 2015. The first of the TV series will focus on Daredevil, while the following series will star Jessica Jones, Iron Fist, and Luke Cage. At least 13 episodes of each series will be produced, and — like all good Marvel series — they’ll eventually come together for a special event. For Netflix, that event will be a mini-series called The Defenders.

“This serialized epic expands the narrative possibilities of on-demand television and gives fans the flexibility to immerse themselves how and when they want in what’s sure to be a thrilling and engaging adventure,” Alan Fine, president of Marvel Entertainment, says in a statement. The series will all be set in Hell’s Kitchen, New York, and will unfold over several years. Their world is said to be a gritty one as well, though Marvel’s series have largely straddled the line between realistic worlds and comic book-style fun.

The deal is a huge one for both Marvel and Netflix. It’s Marvel’s biggest venture yet into television series, and it’s one of Netflix’s biggest commitments as well — one that’s certain to draw quite a few eyes. As big as it is, it’s actually the second major deal between the two companies: a deal made late last year will make Netflix the only place to watch Marvel’s movies immediately after they leave theaters starting in 2016. With both Marvel and Netflix moving quite aggressively to create new series lately, the partnership is quite fitting. Both companies have also been quite successful in those efforts.

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Disneyland accepting online dining reservations starting October 3rd

WDWNT on October 29, 2013

The Disneyland Resort has just announced that you will be able to request your advanced dining reservations to your favorite resort restaurants online starting October 3rd, 2013.  With the famous Walt Disney World style online reservation system finally coming to Disneyland, the e-mail reservation system will no longer be offered.  Those wishing to call for dining reservations can still do so through the number (714) 781-DINE.

Note, that Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, Pirate’s League and Studio Disney 365 will still need to be reserved through the phone by calling (714) 781-STYLE.  Disney also charges a $10 per person fee if a guest does not show up for their reservation or if the reservation isn’t canceled the day before.  You will be able to cancel your reservation online as well.

You will be able to make your online reservations HERE.

Those familiar to reserving though the Walt Disney World reservation system have long awaited this at the Disneyland Resort and know the ease and convenience it brings will only add to the overall enjoyment of your visit.

Max Guggenheim’s 8/30/13 Disneyland Resort Photo Report

WDWNT on September 13, 2013

WDWNT photographer Max Guggenheim was at the Disneyland Resort on Friday, August 30th and caught many newsworthy photos to share with us:

Taking a ride on Radiator Springs Racers

“Hold tight on the curves” ~Doc Hudson via car radio

It’s that time of year again… Halloween merchandise all around!

Of course, it would not be Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort without the opening of Haunted Mansion Holiday next Friday

Max takes us inside the construction site at Big Thunder Mountain which is now nearing completion

Rumors specualte that the ride will remain closed until 2014 now, but still no confirmation from Disney

Starbucks is moving into the Market House real soon…

Very similar to the retro Starbucks logo used at the Magic Kingdom location

The Fortuosity Shop is decorated nicely

Some new Enchanted Tiki Room 50th merchandise on display at the Disney Gallery

D23 Expo: Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel Get Their Own “Frozen” Dolls

WDWNT on September 13, 2013

At the D23 Expo, Disney and Mattel released a first look at the “Frozen” dolls.

Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel, voice talent of Anna and Elsa in the highly-anticipated film from Walt Disney Animation Studios, Frozen, attended The D23 Expo – The Ultimate Disney Fan Event – where they were presented with new dolls from Mattel and Disney Store inspired by their characters in the film.

Releasing November 27, 2013, Frozen is an epic tale of adventure and comedy that features the vocal talents of film/TV/stage star Kristen Bell as Anna, a young dreamer about to take the adventure of a lifetime, and Tony Award ®-winning actress Idina Menzel as Elsa the Snow Queen.

Kristen Bell, the voice of Anna, poses with the “Frozen” dolls.

Kristen Bell, the voice of Anna, and Idina Menzel, the voice of Elsa, pose with the “Frozen” dolls.

Then and Now: Celebrating 58 Years at the Disneyland Resort, Part 1, 2 & 3

WDWNT on August 7, 2013

Disney Parks Blog released images over the past few days in celebration of Disneyland’s 58th anniversary.  The images blend historical photo’s with current photo’s, and give a unique perspective of Disneyland.

The Disneyland Resort marks 58 years of history, change and growth on its anniversary next week, July 17. Through the years, one aspect of the Disneyland Resort that remains unchanged is the importance of our cast members to preserving Walt Disney’s vision.

To celebrate the anniversary on the Disney Parks Blog, this is the first of a three-part series blending historical images of our cast with photos of those who carry on Walt’s legacy today.

Then: Walt Disney poses for a photo with cast members at the Creole Café, now Café Orleans, in 1966.

Now: Café Orleans Lead Tammy Peterson poses in the same spot. She recalls, “As a kid, we would have to do chores to earn money to get to Disneyland. Now, I get to bring my grandkids.”

Continuing our three-part “Then & Now” series celebrating the 58th anniversary of the Disneyland Resort is this image of the Jungle Cruise.

Then: A Jungle Cruise skipper unloads a boat in 1965.

Now: Jungle Cruise Skipper Randy Grant carries out the same duty. “I’m enough of a dreamer that I understand the concept Walt had for the park,” Randy said. “I think he would be pleased that the Disneyland Resort is still growing. It proves his idea and his dream correct, that this is a place where people can be a kid no matter what age they are.”

Rounding out our three-part “Then & Now” series celebrating the 58th anniversary of the Disneyland Resort is this image of a Tom Sawyer Island River Raft journeying across the Rivers of America.

Then: Cast member Karen Marshall waves to guests in 1987.

Now: Karen Marshall, guest experience services, chats with Kevin Concepcion, Pirates Lair Rafts lead. Karen, who has worked at the Disneyland Resort since 1972, said, “I have many great memories from when I started working at Disneyland park so many years ago. Back then, I never could have imagined all of the changes that have taken place. It has been so much fun watching the Disneyland Resort grow and offer more amazing experiences for our guests to enjoy.”

Happy 58th birthday to the Happiest Place on Earth.  The orange grove that started it all.  Disneyland!