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Listener Emails
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In this episode, we’ll tell you about the top news stories on the DIS this week, including the story about the five New Yorkers that have been banned for life from Walt Disney World. Disney Cruise Line is doing its first cruise in the Mediterranean, and we’ll talk with Dreams agent Tracy Whipple who is currently on board the Magic with her report from the ship, and information on the parties being held on board for the DIS’ers and Dreams clients in attendance. Kevin Klose reviews one of his favorite off property dining spots – the Orlando Ale House in Lake Buena Vista. In Forum Watch this week, we’ll tell you about what we’re reading on the DISBoards –ALSO, stay tuned at the end of our show when we award the first of our monthly prizes to a lucky listener that sent us an email that we read on our show. All that plus roundtable Rapid-Fire and our expanded weekly listener email segment on this edition of the DIS Unplugged.
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among the emails we’ll discuss this week we’ll tell you some more about Disney Vacation Club for a listener in Kansas City, we’ll give some marriage proposal ideas to a listener in South Carolina, and we’ll offer some advice on finding good airfare bargains for a listener in Syracuse, NY
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This week the team discusses the top news stories on the DIS this week, including the latest on Disney's contract negotiations with six of its unions. In our Rountable Rapid-Fire segment, we tell you about a new attraction opening at Kennedy Space Center on May 25th, information on the performers for Epcot's Food and Wine festival this year, and more discounts on Disney's Mediterranean cruises. We also introduce two new features this week - "Stump the Roundtable" where Pete asks the team to answer a question based on something discussed in this week's show and "Forum Watch", where we tell you about items of interest on our discussion boards. Also, starting this week, we'll be doing a seperate email show each week in order to get to as many listener questions and comments as possible.

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Listener Emails for the week of 5/22/07
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In this week's episode, we discuss the top news stories on the DIS including the Beijing, China theme park that bears a striking (if unauthorized) resemblance to Disneyland. Also, we launch our first podcast dedicated to Universal Orlando. The team also shares a variety of updates and new offerings at Walt Disney World and the Disney Cruise Line. Also, we have a special extra segment this week featuring our discussion about Disney's Grand Gatherings. All that plus Roundtable Rapid-Fire and listener emails in this week's edition of the DIS Unplugged.
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Special segment on Disney's Grand Gatherings
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Welcome to our new monthly Universal Podcast. A new show will be released the first Tuesday of each month starting on June 6, 2007. In this months edition, we discuss the upcoming events at Universal Orlando including the new Simpson's attraction at Universal Studios, and Blue Man Group on June 7th. We'll also tell you more about the rumors of Harry Potter coming to Universal. In our dining review segment, Kevin Klose shares his review of Lombard's Landing at Universal Studios. Pete Werner discusses some insights he gained on a recent family vacation to Universal and a stay at the Hard Rock Hotel.
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PLEASE NOTE Our feature topic this week on Gay Day's at the Magic Kingdom may be inappropriate for some younger members of your family. In this week's show, we discuss the top news stories on the DIS, including Disney's announcement that its resorts will be going smoke free on June 1st. The team also discusses the upcoming Gay Days event at Disney World. Also find out why DIS Radio (and many other Internet radio stations) may be going off the air soon. All that plus listener emails and Roundtable Rapid-Fire.
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This week the team discusses the top news stories of the week, including news about Universal's recent announcement about the new Simpsons attraction and an update on the Disney theme park rumors in Missouri. Part 2 of the History of the DIS, plus Roundtable Rapid-Fire and listener emails.
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This week the team discusses the top news stories of the week, including news on the upcoming rehab of Spaceship Earth, and why Harry Potter fans may have something to cheer about soon. We continue our discussion on Epcot's Flower and Garden festival and the new Gran Fiesta Tour at the Mexico Pavilion. John Magi tells what special surprises Dreams Unlimited Travel has in store for DIS'ers sailing on the 1st Disney Cruise Line Mediterranean sailing on May 26. All that, plus Roundtable Rapid-Fire and listener emails!
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This week the team discusses the top news stories of the week, including why Keith Richards won't be promoting the upcoming "Pirates of the Caribbean" movie. John Magi and Kevin Klose discuss a recent visit to the Disney Magic, and offer perspective on the handicapped accessibility of the ship. Bob Varley discusses the start of the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival. All that, plus Listener Emails and Roundtable Rapid-Fire!
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This week the team discusses the top news stories of the week, including the latest in the ongoing battle over Winnie the Pooh, as well as an update on new security procedures at Orlando International Airport. Corey and Julie Martin attended a taping of the Ellen DeGeneres Show at Universal Orlando, and give us a report on that. As we close in on the 10 year anniversary of the DIS on June 1st, Pete Werner talks about the history of the DIS in the first of a three part series. All that, plus Listener Emails and Roundtable Rapid-Fire!
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This week the team discusses the top news stories of the week, including the controversy about Disneyland's possible expansion plans. Kevin Kloe gives his review of Narcoossees at the Disney's Grand Floridian Resort. Corey and Julie Martin tell us what they did in a segment entitled 'A Couple 'things to do'. All that, plus Roundtable Rapid-Fire and Listener Emails.
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This week the team discusses the top news stories of the week, including security concerns at Orlando International Airport. In our 'Send Bob to the Parks' segment, Bob Varley tells us about the Disney Family Magic Tour.The team discusses our favorite (and least favorite) restaurants on property. All that, plus Roundtable Rapid-Fire and Listener Emails.
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This week the team discusses Sea World's announcement of a new theme park, Aquatica - including interviews with two Sea World executives. Pete Werner reviews the Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando, Kevin Klose reviews two quick service restaurants at Disney's Magic Kingdom. Plus Roundtable Rapid-Fire and Listener Emails (plus an update on 'pig poop' at the very end of the show - don't miss it!).
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This week the team talks about Disney's recent announcement to add a new resort in Orlando in 2010. Kevin Klose reviews "Spinning Disney's World", a new book by Disney Legend Charles Ridgeway. We also give some touring advice for those traveling to WDW with older family members - Plus Roundtable Rapid-Fire (watch out for the pig poop!), and listener emails!
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This week, in our extended show, we cover the top news story of the week - Disney's announcement that they will be adding 2 new ships to its fleet. In a new segment entitled A 'Couple' things to do, Corey and Julie Martin tell us about their suggestions for fun and romantic things for couples around Orlando. Plus Roundtable Rapid-Fire, and listener emails!
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This week we'll cover the top news stories on the DIS, including the latest on "Tigger-Gate". In our Roundtable Rapid Fire segment, we'll give you all the latest info you need if you're coming to Orlando in the next few week's, and we also introduce the first installment of "Send Bob to the Parks" - this week, a listener sent Bob to Ft. Wilderness to catch up on Disney's premier campground. All that plus, listener emails (HELLO AUSTRALIA!!) on this week's edition of the DIS Unplugged!
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In this week's show, we discuss the most popular news stories on the DIS this week. We introduce a new segment called the Roundtable Rapid Fire. Kevin Close reviews Artist Point at the Wilderness Lodge, and we'll read through some listener emails.
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In this week's show, we discuss the most popular news stories on the DIS this week. We report on the announcements made at Disney's recent Press Event, and we'll tell you about the Velvet Sessions reception at Universal's Hard Rock Hotel.
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In this week's show, we discuss the most popular news stories on the DIS this week. We also discuss the debut of the Pirate and Princess party at the Magic Kingdom, and we'll update you on some good discounts as well as upcoming special events.
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In this week's show, we discuss the most popular news stories on the DIS this week. We also announce some new enhancements to our discussion forums. John Magi gives us some advice on how to get the best price for your Disney Cruise vacation.
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In this Disney Podcast episode we talk about this week's top news stories, we'll also discuss some steps in planning your Walt Disney World Vacation. Kevin Klose gives up some rumors, and we announce the Dreams Unlimited Travel Video Trivia Challenge (begins on January 1st)
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In this Disney Podcast episode (our last show of the year), we talk about this week's top news stories, we'll also discuss the newly announced shore excursions on Disney's Mediterranean cruise. The team discusses what to consider if you find yourself going to Disney on Christmas Day. Corey Martin gives us an update on current rehabs in the parks, and we give you an early view of our Dreams Unlimited Travel Video Trivia Challenge (begins on January 1st). The team will be back with our next show on Jan 1st! Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone!!!
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In this Disney Podcast episode we tell you about the most popular news stories on the DIS this week. We also discuss the recent outbreak of Norwalk virus on some cruise ships, Kevin Klose gives up some rumors, and we tell you about some new discounts to Orlando!
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In this Disney Podcast episode we tell you about the most popular news stories on the DIS this week. We also discuss a few of the decorations around Walt Disney World, and tell you about our dining experiences at the Liberty Tree Tavern and the Grand Floridian Cafe. We also award 2 WPASADI audience members with a 3-day 2-night stay at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort.
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In this Disney Podcast episode we tell you about the most popular news stories on the DIS this week. We also discuss this years Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights at the DIsney-MGM Studios and John Magi tells us what's going on around Orlando for New Years Eve. We also award ANOTHER cruise from our DIS Unplugged Scavenger Hunt (more details at the top of the show).
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In this Disney Podcast episode we tell you about the most popular news stories on the DIS this week. We also discuss some more of our visit to Southern California - Kevin Klose reviews the Hollywood Brown Derby at the Disney MGM Studios, and we announce the winner of the DIS Unplugged Scavenger Hunt!!!
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On Location this week at the Hotel Del Coronado in San Diego, CA. In this episode we tell you about the most popular news stories on the DIS this week, including Universal Orlando's plans to bring Blue Man Group to Orlando. We'll also discuss Disneyland and Southern California (and we'll tell you exactly what it is we're doing in California this week), and we unveil our version of a reality TV show with our new DISBoards.com challenge WPASADI!! (You'll have to listen to find out the details ;) )
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In this episode we tell you about the most popular news stories on the DIS this week, including the fire that swept thru Gatorland early Monday morning. John Magi discusses the current package discount for Walt Disney World, and about the 2008 Disney Cruise Line sailings that were announced last week. We also give the final clue in the DIS Unplugged Podcast scavenger hunt - one lucky winner will win a 4 night Disney Cruise courtesy of Dreams Unlimited Travel.
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In this episode we tell you about the most popular news stories on the DIS this week, including Robert Igers trouble with Ithaca College, and the new biography on Walt Disney. We talk by phone with Tammy Spangler, whose family was chosen as one of the big winners in the Year of a Million Dreams promotion. The Spangler family had the Magic Kingdom to themselves for a few hours, among many other surprises. By listener request, we discuss the pros and cons of the Disney Vacation Club, Disney's timeshare offering. We also give clue number 5 in the DIS Unplugged Podcast scavenger hunt - one lucky winner will win a 4 night Disney Cruise courtesy of Dreams Unlimited Travel.
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This week we discuss the most popular news stories from the DIS News area - including the story about the Mouse Orgy video from Disneyland Paris. John Magi tells about some new discounts and special offers, and we discuss the new Nemo and Friends attraction at Epcot. We also give this week's clue #3 in the DIS Unplugged Podcast scavenger hunt - one lucky winner will win a 4 night Disney Cruise courtesy of Dreams Unlimited Travel.
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This week we discuss the most popular news stories from the DIS News area - including the story about the Mouse Orgy video from Disneyland Paris. John Magi tells about some new discounts and special offers, and we discuss the new Nemo and Friends attraction at Epcot. We also give this week's clue #3 in the DIS Unplugged Podcast scavenger hunt - one lucky winner will win a 4 night Disney Cruise courtesy of Dreams Unlimited Travel.
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This week Corey Martin, Bob Varley and Pete Werner report from the 11th Annual Food and Wine Festival. John Magi and Kevin Klose call in from Italy to tell us about their Adventures by Disney vacation. In the news, we discuss the recent robberies at Disneyland, the 18 year old California teen who created a Disney-themed nighttime show in his backyard, as well as the return of Captain EO (well, sort of). We also introduce our new contest - the DIS Unplugged Scavenger Hunt - where one lucky listener will get a chance to win a 4 night cruise on the Disney Wonder, courtesy of Dreams Unlimited Travel.
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This week Corey Martin, Bob Varley and Pete Werner report from the 11th Annual Food and Wine Festival. John Magi and Kevin Klose call in from Italy to tell us about their Adventures by Disney vacation. In the news, we discuss the recent robberies at Disneyland, the 18 year old California teen who created a Disney-themed nighttime show in his backyard, as well as the return of Captain EO (well, sort of). We also introduce our new contest - the DIS Unplugged Scavenger Hunt - where one lucky listener will get a chance to win a 4 night cruise on the Disney Wonder, courtesy of Dreams Unlimited Travel.

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In this week's show, the team discusses this week's Disney news, Corey Martin and Bob Varley tell about this years Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. Kevin Klose gives his final "pre-trip" report before leaving for Italy on his Adventures by Disney vacation. John Magi talks about Disneyland's Southern California Magic package (and some special offers from Dreams Unlimited), and we discuss last week's sound off question (and hand out some prizes),
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In this week's show, Pete Werner tells about his experience on board the Disney Magic last week - the group discusses some of the ports of call on the Disney Cruise Line Western Caribbean itinerary (including Grand Cayman, Key West and Cozumel). John Magi tells about some new information learned aboard the Disney Wonder last week by Dreams Unlimited Travel agents that were on the 10 night sailing. And Kevin Klose discusses why the Pope could have waited a week before inflaming the Muslim community. We announce this week's Sound Off winners, and offer up this week's Sound Off question.
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This week, Pete Werner calls in from the Disney Cruise Line. Kevin Klose talks more about his upcoming trip to Italy with Adventures by Disney. Corey Martin tells us about some of the upcoming Walt Disney World rehabs/closings, and mentions a few of the DIS site updates. Bob Varley has a special at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin. Ricky Pierson talks about Universal Studios Orlando discounts. We discuss and announce the winners from last week's Sound Off topic, and announce the next topic "What is your Disney Dream" Call us toll free at 1-877-310-9662. We will also be running a new contest within the next couple of shows to give away a 4-Night Disney Cruise. More details will be announced in the next show.
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In this week's show, Pete Werner expresses his feelings about the new finger scanners at the Disney theme parks. John Magi talks about some exclusive Dreams Unlimited Travel offers at Disneyland (Free Disneyland Resort Gift Card with PACKAGE booking!) and the Disney Cruise Line (Shipboard Credit). Kevin Klose talks more about his upcoming trip to Italy with Adventures by Disney. Plus we discuss last week's Sound Off topic (Universal Studios - Love it or Hate it) and announce the winners.
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In this week's show, John Magi talks about some special offers at Disneyland and he discusses the impact that hurricanes have on the Disney Cruise Line. Kevin Klose talks about his upcoming trip to Italy with Adventures by Disney. We discuss some topics found on our discussion boards, and Ricky Pierson talks about the new "DIS en Espanol" forum, as well as some updates . Corey Martin updates us on some upcoming events (and the team discusses the upcoming Food and Wine Festival at EPCOT, as well as some of the Halloween events happening at Disney and Universal). Plus this week's Sound Off winners - a new toll free number for you to call the show!
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In this week's show, John Magi talks about the new package discounts that were released last week. Kevin Klose reviews the new 'temporary' buffet at the Tomorrowland Terrace in the Magic Kingdom, and shares a juicy rumor about Space Mountain. Bob Varley has some airline discounts to tell you about, as well as some upgrade specials at the Radisson Resort Parkway and the Sheraton Vistana Resort. Corey Martin and "Disco" Ricky Pierson return from their 4 night cruise on the Disney Wonder, and we have your Sound Off responses from last week.
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This week we discuss security concerns as a result of last week's terror arrests in London, and its impact on Disney travel. Also, we share your responses to last week's Sound Off question - How much is too much for a Disney vacation? John Magi explains how Disney is successfully squeezing Sea World and Universal out of visitors. Kevin Klose reviews the new Bubba Gump Shrimp Company at Universal City Walk, and Bob Varley hunts down the best gas prices in town, and finds a great deal at Sheraton Vistana while he's at it. Kevin Klose has a rumor about shampoo!
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This week we talk about the raised Disney World ticket prices, the newly released 2007 Walt Disney World Packages and the new policy for the 2006 Candlelight Processional Dining Package. We discuss this week's new Sound Off topic and announce the winners from last week. Kevin Klose tells us about his unpleasant dining experience at the Coral Reef restaurant. Ricky Pierson gives us some updates around Universal Studios Orlando and Bob Varley tells us some of the off property discounts you can find.
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An open discussion about all things Disney and Universal with the Orlando DIS team.
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An open discussion about all things Disney and Universal with the Orlando DIS team.
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