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On the Road with Mickey Mike Ellis
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On the Road w/Mickey 220 - Tips for getting the most out of your Summer Trip to Disney!
Episode 220 - Tips for getting the most out of your Summer Trip to Disney!
What is your Dream Disney Job?
Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 220 and this week our feature topis is "Tips for getting the most out of your Summer Trip to Disney!" In this episode, we are sharing our tips on having an incredible summer trip to Walt Disney World! Here's what we talked about:
* Cheddar from the Big Cheese:
* Mike: Tiana’s Bayou Adventure has an opening date released! June 28th is when it will be open for park Guests!
* Sophie: Sigourney Weaver of Alien and Avatar fame is in discussions to join the cast of The Mandalorian & Grogu!
* Brenda: Disney’s Animal Kingdom welcomed a very rare baby Addax to their herd, just in time for Mother’s Day. This is very important because there are less than 100 addax left in the wild and just over 180 in managed care organizations, so this is a very big deal. His name is Julien and his mom is Juniper!
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* Listener Feedback: Dream Disney Job
* Pam has this in mind: “I would like to design magical vacations from home or be a VIP tour guide doing the same thing on property”
* Cindy H. chimed in with this: “I have some retail experience, so I think I'd like to work at one of the smaller stores. Not the Emporium or any of the other huge, chaotic stores. Maybe something like the Frontier Trading Post or Star Traders.”
* Cindy G. said this: “I want to be the Imagineer who test rides all the roller coasters, I want to be the giraffe keeper and I want to be a character (maybe Bashful the dwarf since I am too Tall to be Daisy). Those 3 should keep me busy and out of trouble”
* Chrissy said: “Booking vacations for guests or design rides and costumes for Villains land.”
* Chandler said: “Ticket Taker or whatever that role is called. Welcoming people and all the little kiddos into MK or any Park and seeing all the joy and anticipation of what was in store would be my magical experience.”
* Cat said: “In Tri Circle D taking care of all the trolley & parade horses and ponies”
* Robin said: “Working as a resort hostess.”
* John said: “Well, I worked for Disney at EPCOT as a tech demo for IBM and worked in the retail store. If I was to do it again, I would like to do something behind the scenes, in the Living Sea with the animals or at Animal Kingdom.”
* Feature Topic: Tips for getting the most out of your Summer Trip to Disney!
* During June, July, and August, the average temperatures in WDW is a high of 91 in June, 92 in July, and 92 in August. The average rainfall is a little over 7” each month. What that tells us is that the summer months are hot and wet!
* Take advantage of the indoor rides that have ai... -
On the Road w/Mickey 219 - What is your Dream Disney Job?
Episode 219 - What is your Dream Disney Job?
What is your Dream Disney Job?
Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 219 and this week we're asking the question "What is your Dream Disney Job?" In this episode, we are exploring what our dream Disney job(s) would be! Here's what we talked about:
* Show Rundown
* Cheddar from the Big Cheese:
* Brenda: DisneylandForward is coming to Disneyland! This new era of expansion at Disneyland is big, and renews Walt’s quote: “Disneyland will never be completed. It will continue to grow as long as there is imagination left in the world.”
* Sophie: Dates for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party have been released. Coming to the Magic Kingdom starting August 9th through October 31st on select nights. Tickets range from $119 to $199 per ticket, depending on event date.
* Mike: Tickets went on sale May 8th for Guests of select Disney hotels, and for all other Guests starting on May 15th.
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* Feature Topic: What is your Dream Disney Job?
* Brenda
* Three jobs
* Impossible job: To be a member of the Dream Team! October 1st, 2006 - December 31st, 2008
* Possible job #1: To be a Disney Ambassador
* Possible job #2: To be a facilitator for the Disney Institute
* Mike
* Two jobs
* Walt Disney World Railroad Engineer
* Disney Photopass Photographer
* Sophie
* Three Jobs
* First is to be in the culinary field. Working on the Gingerbread House at the Grand Floridian Resort, and working at Main Street Bakery when it’s not Christmas.
* Working at the Haunted Mansion
* Festival of the Lion King female bird acrobat
* This Day in Disney History for May 13:
* 1971: Elton John visits Disneyland for the first time.
* Disney Who’s Who Character
* Grandmother Willow from Pocahantas
* A little bit of Walt
* "Why do we have to grow up? I know more adults who have the children's approach to life... They are not afraid to be delighted with simple pleasures, and they have a degree of contentment with what life has brought-sometimes it isn't much, either."- Walt Disney
* Coming Next Week: Tips for getting the most out of your Summer Trip to Disney!
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On the Road w/Mickey 218 - Where in the World is Mike?
Episode 218 - Where in the World is Mike?
Where in the World is Mike?
Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 218 and this week we're playing a game we call "Where in the World is Mike?" In this episode, I shared some photos and Brenda and Sophie and Grogu tried to figure out where they were taken! Here's what we talked about:
* Cheddar from the Big Cheese:
* Sophie: Coming to Universal Orlando Resort on June 14th: An incredible new projection show set against the majestic backdrop of Hogwarts castle will take guests on a journey through iconic moments of a year at the school of witchcraft and wizardry. Debuting in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Hogsmeade on select nights.
* Brenda: Walt Disney World’s Victoria & Albert’s restaurant made history last month when it was awarded a Michelin Star. Victoria & Albert's is located inside Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and has been at the top of my bucket list for a long time. The fine dining destination is the first and only restaurant owned and operated by a U.S. theme park to hold the prestigious honor. We would like to congratulate Chef de Cuisine Matthew Sowers and Pastry Chef, Ally Rogers, and all the wonderful staff for this well-deserved recognition of excellence!
* Mike: December 20, 2024: Theaters around the world will be airing the premiere of Mufasa: The Lion King, which opens in theaters on that day. I can’t wait to see it! Here’s the trailer to the movie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjQG-a7d41Q
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* Feature Topic: Where in the World is Mike?
* For a complete list of the pictures, send an email to info@ontheroadwithmickey.com or check out the YouTube video to play along.
* This Day in Disney History for May 6:
* 1988: The Norway Pavilion opens in World Showcase.
* Disney Who’s Who Character
* Dusty and Rusty from the Cars Franchise
* A little bit of Walt
* “Physically, Disneyland would be a small world in itself- it would encompass the essence of the things that were good and true in American life. It would reflect the faith and challenge of the future, the entertainment, the interest in intelligently presented facts, the stimulation of imagination, the standards of health and achievement, and above all, a sense of strength, contentment, and well-being.” - Walt Disney
* Coming Next Week: What is your Dream Disney Job?
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On the Road w/Mickey 217 - Walt Disney World Recap!
Episode 217 - Walt Disney World Recap!
Walt Disney World Recap!
Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 217 and this week we're going over our Walt Disney World Recap! In this episode, we're talking about all we saw and did at Disney last week. Here's what we talked about:
* Cheddar from the Big Cheese:
* Mike: We are fast approaching the 35th Anniversary of the opening of Disney MGM Studios, which opened on May 1, 1989. Of course, we now know of it as Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
* Sophie: The 2024 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival dates have been announced! The festival will be running from August 29 - November 23, 2024!
* Brenda: April 22, 2024. On this day, 60 years ago, 4 iconic Disney attractions opened for the 1964 New York World’s Fair. They are:
* Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress
* Disney’s “Highway in the Sky” and it’s omnimover system spawned such attractions as the Haunted Mansion, TTA, and Guardians of the Galaxy.
* It’s a small world
* The State of Illinois’ pavilion featured a jaw-dropping Audio-Animatronic technology of President Abraham Lincoln – the world’s first fully animated human figure. The success of the attraction led to Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln at Disneyland, which opened before the Fair’s end on July 18, 1965.
* 42 days later, another Disney attraction came into the world - ME! HAHAHA
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* Listener Feedback: What not to miss!
* Pam said: “Pontoon MK Fireworks Boat ride. Colors of Coronado painting experience. You get to take the painting as your souvenir. WIN WIN. Colors of Coronado painting is $40 per person.”
* Chrissy said “It depends on the park and how long I'm staying that trip. I don't hit one park everytime. Like this next trip we might only hit AK, HS, and maybe Epcot. It just depends on how much time we have if Epcot happens or if the new Stitch magnet will be out by then.”
* Robin has a definite opinion here: “Better ride Cosmic Rewind!”
* Feature Topic: Flower and Garden Festival/Dapper Days/WDW Recap!
* Saturday: Epcot
* Sunday: Magic Kingdom
* This Day in Disney History for April 29:
* 1957: Shirley Temple dedication of the Sleeping Beauty Castle Walk-Through.
* Disney Who’s Who Character
* Elsa from Frozen
* A little bit of Walt
* “I believe firmly in the efficacy of religion, in its powerful influence on a person’s whole life. It helps immeasurably to meet the storm and stress of life an... -
On the Road w/Mickey 216 - What not to miss at Disney!
Episode 216 - What not to miss on our upcoming trip!
What not to miss on our upcoming trip!
Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 216 and this week we're covering What not to miss on our upcoming trip! In this episode, we're talking about our upcoming trip to Disney and things we don't want to miss. Here's what we talked about:
* Cheddar from the Big Cheese:
* Brenda: The Jungle Cruise boat dock refurbishment work is now complete!
* Mike: The sign over at Country Bears Jamboree has been covered up while they are doing the work on the show.
* Sophie: Over at Port Orleans French Quarter, some of the guest rooms will be going through a refurbishment from May - November of this year. If you have any questions about staying at French Quarter during this time, reach out to Brenda or Mike and they’ll be happy to help you.
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* Listener Feedback: ABCs of Disney
* Chrissy said: “BREAKFAST with Belle (and other Characters)”
* Seth said: “Bambi/Belle/Breakfast with Winnie the Pooh and friends!”
* Feature Topic: What not to miss on our upcoming trip!
* Brenda:
* Dapper Days at Disney!
* Moana Meet & Greet
* Walt the Dreamer Statue
* Test Track
* Picture in front of the WDW Railroad in our Dapper Attire
* Go Live during a ride of Carousel of Progress
* Mike:
* Moana Journey of Water
* Flower and Garden Topiaries
* Pin Trading!
* Frozen
* Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse
* Attractions to never miss
* Sophie:
* Flower and Garden Festival Eating around the World
* Buying my love something from Germany 3
* Living with the Land
* Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie in France
* “Where in the World is…” Pictures
* Spending time with Jagan, Sheila, and Randy
* This Day in Disney History for April 22:
* 1868: Flora Call, the mother of Walt Disney, is born.
* Disney Who’s Who Character
* Lucky from 101 Dalmatians
* A little bit of Walt
* “The age we are living in is the most extraordinary the world has ever seen. There are whole new concepts of things, and we now have the tools to change these concepts into realities. -
On the Road w/Mickey 215 - The ABC’s of Disney: Things we like at Disney that start with the letter B!
Episode 215 - The ABC’s of Disney: Things we like at Disney that start with the letter B!
The ABC’s of Disney: Things we like at Disney that start with the letter B!
Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 215 and this week we're covering The ABC’s of Disney: Things we like at Disney that start with the letter B! In this episode, we're taking a look at Disney things that start with the letter B. Here's what we talked about:
* Cheddar from the Big Cheese:
* Sophie: In Disney movie news, Disney has set release dates for a lot of upcoming movies. These are down the road a bit, but here you go: TRON: Ares will be arriving on October 10, 2025, followed by The Mandalorian & Grogu on May 22, 2026, Toy Story 5 on June 19, 2026, and Live-Action Moana on July 10, 2026. Moana was pushed out from June 27, 2025 initial release date.
* Brenda: When Disneyland was being built, Walt Disney would take audiences behind the scenes of the development of the park. Well, Walt Disney Imagineering is taking a page out of Walt’s playbook and has launched a new YouTube series called “We Call It Imagineering.” Take a look: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1e1R2vUORGI
* Mike: On April 7th, pin trading between Cast Members and Guests officially returned to Walt Disney World! This hasn’t been done for a while now because of COVID, so I think this will make me bring my pins to WDW this weekend and see what’s out there to trade!
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* Listener Feedback: Disney Souvenirs
* Donna said: “I always get a Christmas ornament.”
* Lee said: “My bronze coin from my first trip to WDW in the early 70s. An APH exclusive Vinylmation I got even though I wasn’t a passholder at the time.My set of Tsum Tsums depicting Mickey, Donald, Goofy, and Pluto as the Dapper Dans.And hundreds of others!”
* Feature Topic: The ABC’s of Disney: Things we like at Disney that start with the letter B!
* Sophie:
* Birthdays
* Brenda
* Bruno!!!!
* Boba Fett
* Blue Bayou
* Beaches & Cream
* Bambi
* The Bad Batch
* The Boneyard
* Brenda:
* Bread Pudding
* Be Our Guest
* Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
* Bubble Machine!
* Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin
* Belle
* The Bridge between International Gateway and France
* Mike:
* Beignets
* Baloo