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Disney fans are voicing their disappointment with the multi-year Epcot overhaul, citing Communicore Hall as a prime example of Disney cheaping out. Will their refurbishments in Animal Kingdom go better? Will a fifth gate be announced at D23, and how many years will it take to get it? Let's talk about this and more Disney and Universal theme park news this week on the Pirates & Princesses podcast!

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Could Josh D'Amaro be getting ready to announce a firth Disney theme park in Walt Disney World, or is it something else? Then we talk about Epcot getting roasted over the new Communicore building, more Tiana's Bayou Adventure backlash, Marvel and Star Wars news and more.

Pirates & Princesses (PNP) is an independent, opinionated fan-powered news blog that covers Disney and Universal Theme Parks, Themed Entertainment and related Pop Culture from a consumer's point of view. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of PNP, its editors, affiliates, sponsors or advertisers. PNP is an unofficial news source and has no connection to The Walt Disney Company, NBCUniversal or any other company that we may cover.
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The long-awaited retheme of Splash Mountain is almost open, and the previews aren't impressing many longtime Disney fans. People are complaining that it looks like it was done on the cheap, the attraction is still breaking down, and many people are wondering why Dr. Facilier wasn't in the ride. 

Pirates & Princesses (PNP) is an independent, opinionated fan-powered news blog that covers Disney and Universal Theme Parks, Themed Entertainment and related Pop Culture from a consumer's point of view. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of PNP, its editors, affiliates, sponsors or advertisers. PNP is an unofficial news source and has no connection to The Walt Disney Company, NBCUniversal or any other company that we may cover.
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Disney animator John Musker (director of The Little Mermaid) says that Disney needs a "course correction" and needs to stop putting political messaging above characters and story. Musical legend Richard Sherman passes away at age 95, Dug (from Up) gets a voice, a bootleg Bluey experience gets a cease and desist and more Disney and Universal theme park news for this week.

Pirates & Princesses (PNP) is an independent, opinionated fan-powered news blog that covers Disney and Universal Theme Parks, Themed Entertainment and related Pop Culture from a consumer's point of view. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of PNP, its editors, affiliates, sponsors or advertisers. PNP is an unofficial news source and has no connection to The Walt Disney Company, NBCUniversal or any other company that we may cover.
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In this episode, we talk about the controversy around Disney's Disability Access Service (DAS) changes, the Country Bear Jamboree singers getting a "glow up," massive layoffs at Pixar, the first houses being announced for Halloween Horror Nights and grandma grabbing Goofy's butt. Yeah, you heard me right.

Pirates & Princesses (PNP) is an independent, opinionated fan-powered news blog that covers Disney and Universal Theme Parks, Themed Entertainment and related Pop Culture from a consumer's point of view. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of PNP, its editors, affiliates, sponsors or advertisers. PNP is an unofficial news source and has no connection to The Walt Disney Company, NBCUniversal or any other company that we may cover.
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Willow, the Lucasfilm Disney Plus disaster that became a tax write-off, cost WAY more than we thought. Then we take you on a whirlwind tour of other Disney and Universal theme park news, Marvel news, and Disney animation news.

About PNP: Everything Disney and Universal! Pirates & Princesses (TM) is an independent, opinionated podcast focused on Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Universal Orlando Resort, and other themed entertainment and travel destinations. Hosted by Thom and Kambrea Pratt. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of PNP, its editors, affiliates, sponsors, or advertisers. PNP is an unofficial news source and has no connection to The Walt Disney Company, NBCUniversal or any other company that we may cover.

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