Castle Talk Radio

Becca Robins, Jessica Sanders
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Your weekly podcast about Disneyland and beyond. Travel tips and EXCLUSIVE ticket deals. Join Becca and Jessica every Wednesday for new episodes.

  1. 4d ago

    Carousel of Progress 2027: New Family, New Scenes, New Future

    Planning a Walt Disney World vacation? Visit GetAwayToday.com/CastleTalk for discounts on tickets, hotels, and Orlando attractions. Carousel of Progress has always been about one thing: progress. Now, more than 60 years after Walt Disney and his Imagineers introduced the attraction at the 1964–1965 New York World’s Fair, Disney is preparing to move the story forward again. In this episode of Castle Talk Radio, Becca and Jessica look back at the history of Carousel of Progress and break down the major refresh coming to Walt Disney World in 2027. We talk about how the attraction evolved from the World’s Fair to Disneyland and eventually Magic Kingdom, why “There’s a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow” remains such an important part of the attraction, and why updating Carousel of Progress may actually be one of the most faithful things Disney could do with it. Then we step through the newly announced version of the show, including a new generation of the Carousel family, the 1960s, Halloween night in 1985, New Year’s Eve 1999, a possible future, and the addition of a Walt Disney Audio-Animatronic. Plus, we discuss why the technology may change, but the real heart of Carousel of Progress has always been the same: family. The updated Carousel of Progress is expected to debut at Walt Disney World in late spring 2027. Planning a Walt Disney World vacation? Visit GetAwayToday.com/CastleTalk for discounts on tickets, hotels, and Orlando attractions. Chapters 00:00 A Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow Is Changing 01:17 What’s Coming to Carousel of Progress 01:52 Why the Attraction’s History Matters 02:15 The 1964–1965 New York World’s Fair 02:46 The Sherman Brothers and That Famous Song 03:18 From the World’s Fair to Disneyland 04:06 Carousel of Progress Comes to Walt Disney World 04:43 Why Disney Is Updating the Attraction Now 05:37 Meet the New Carousel Family 06:46 Act One: The 1960s 08:16 Act Two: Halloween Night in 1985 09:30 Act Three: New Year’s Eve 1999 10:55 Act Four: A Possible Future 11:51 Imagineering Inspiration for the New Finale 13:18 Honoring the Past While Building the Future 14:53 What Does Progress Look Like Now? 15:53 When the New Carousel of Progress Debuts 16:19 Walt Disney Is Joining the Attraction 16:44 Why Family Is Still the Heart of the Story

  2. Sep 23

    Disneyland in a Heat Wave: How to Survive the Heat

    Disneyland in a Heat Wave: How to Survive the Heat Your Disneyland trip is booked, and then a few days before you leave, the forecast changes. Suddenly, it is going to be HOT. In this episode of Castle Talk Radio, Becca and Jessica talk about Jessica’s recent Disneyland trip during an extreme Southern California heat wave and what actually helped her group handle the high temperatures. We talk about what to pack, staying hydrated, sunscreen, adjusting your park strategy, taking midday breaks, and why a hot day at Disneyland can feel very different from the same temperature at home. IN THIS EPISODE Why Disneyland heat waves can happen even into the fall What Jessica packed for triple-digit temperatures Portable fans, umbrellas, sunscreen, and other heat essentials How to remember to reapply sunscreen Where to get free cups of water in the parks Electrolytes and staying ahead of dehydration Why extreme heat may mean changing your normal rope drop strategy Conserving energy by touring one area of the park at a time Using indoor attractions and air conditioning strategically Why midday hotel breaks become even more important in extreme heat Cool showers, fresh clothes, and other ways to reset Preventing and treating chafing Why Disneyland can feel hotter than the same temperature at home LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED Favorite theme park heat essentials: Becca's favorite fan: https://amzn.to/4d0udui Cooling Towels: https://amzn.to/4y5cFpa Powder Sunscreen you can wear over makeup: https://amzn.to/4xZzrhD   Disneyland vacation packages and tickets through Get Away Today: https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk Some links may be affiliate links. Using them does not cost you anything extra and helps support Castle Talk Radio. CHAPTERS 00:00 Disneyland in a Heat Wave 01:18 Who Was on Jessica’s Trip? 01:43 Preparing for an Extreme Heat Forecast 03:12 What to Pack for a Hot Disneyland Day 03:52 Sunscreen and Reapplying Throughout the Day 05:15 Hydration, Water & Electrolytes 07:11 How the Heat Changed Their Park Strategy 08:36 Using Indoor Attractions & Staying in One Area 11:08 Conserve Energy and Watch for Dehydration 12:50 Why Midday Hotel Breaks Matter 13:51 Cool Showers, Fresh Clothes & Resetting 14:35 Chafing and Other Heat-Related Comfort Issues 14:59 Why Disneyland Heat Feels Different Than Heat at Home 16:12 Wrap-Up & Get Away Today

  3. Sep 16

    Disneyland 2027: Why You Should Book Before Prices Go Up

    Planning a Disneyland vacation in 2027? In this episode, Becca and Jessica explain why now may be the best time to start booking, why waiting until Black Friday could actually cost you more, and how booking early can help you lock in better prices and hotel availability. They also compare real 2027 Disneyland vacation package pricing for Disney Resort hotels and nearby Good Neighbor hotels, including options for families traveling during January, February, and spring break. Plus, learn what happens if a better deal comes out after you book and how Get Away Today can help you save. Book your Disneyland vacation through our partners at Get Away Today: getawaytoday.com/castletalk Chapters 0:00 Why You Should Start Planning Disneyland 2027 Now 0:17 Welcome to Castle Talk Radio 1:25 Why Waiting Until Black Friday Could Cost You More 2:53 Current 2027 Disneyland Deals & Get Away Today 3:39 Flexible Disneyland Tickets for 2027 4:39 Refunds, Peace of Mind & Booking Early 5:21 Why Booking Early Gives You Better Hotel Options 5:47 Disneyland Hotel Package Pricing for a Family of Five 8:32 January 2027 Disneyland Vacation Pricing 9:29 Hilton Garden Inn Garden Grove Package 10:23 Element Anaheim & Courtyard Anaheim Pricing 10:45 Disney vs. Off-Property Hotel Pricing 11:40 Pixar Place Hotel & Club Level Pricing 13:02 Traveling Around Holidays & Peak Dates 13:46 How Much Can You Save Staying Off Property? 15:01 Spring Break 2027 Disneyland Prices 15:39 Knott’s Hotel Package Option 16:05 Walking-Distance Disneyland Hotel Options 16:45 Tropicana, Anaheim Hotel, Fairfield & Howard Johnson Pricing 17:07 What If a Better Disneyland Deal Comes Out Later? 17:27 How Get Away Today Handles New Discounts 17:50 Final Advice for Booking Disneyland in 2027

  4. Sep 3

    Monstropolis is Welcoming Humans in 2027

    Humans are finally being invited into Monstropolis at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! In this episode of Castle Talk Radio, Becca and Jessica explore the new Monsters, Inc.-themed land coming to Walt Disney World. Rather than simply recreating scenes from the movies, Disney is building an entire city where guests will visit as human tourists during H.U.M.A.N. Day. We discuss: • Why humans are now welcome in Monstropolis • What H.U.M.A.N. Day means • The suspended door-vault coaster and its first-of-its-kind vertical lift • Why the coaster will not be ready when parts of the land open in 2027 • “Welcome to Monstropolis,” featuring a new song by Randy Newman • The Glob Theater show starring Mike and Sulley • Harryhausen’s Restaurant and its Audio-Animatronics sushi chef • Archie’s Scare Pig Pizza and the Monsters University Alumni Club • Shopping at the Scareporium • The bittersweet reality of Monstropolis replacing the former Muppets area • Why this could transform how families plan their Disney’s Hollywood Studios days Monstropolis is shaping up to be much more than a new attraction. Disney is creating a city filled with restaurants, businesses, entertainment, hidden details, and plenty of reasons to slow down and explore. Read the official announcement: https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/monsters-inc-land-monstropolis-walt-disney-world/ Planning a Walt Disney World vacation? Save on tickets and vacation packages through our partners at Get Away Today: https://www.getawaytoday.com/castletalk Subscribe to Castle Talk Radio so you don’t miss future Monstropolis updates as Disney reveals additional opening details.

  5. Aug 27

    Straight from the Halloween Kick-Off

    Jessica talks to Becca about her Oogie Boogie Bash experience and the kick-off to Halloween Time. From the new street party, to the low crowds, they talk about what Halloween time looks like in 2026. See Becca's Oogie Boogie Bash costume reveal: https://www.instagram.com/p/DcRwtrEykz-/   Want to visit Disneyland? Lock in the current pricing (plus our extra discount) for trips through 2027 at https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk

  6. Aug 20

    D23 - Could it have been an email?

    Let's chat about D23... and why it felt like a letdown to many.  Book your vacation here and save: https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk

  7. Aug 12

    Is it still Tomorrowland?

    Save on your vacation by booking through our partners here: https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk   It is our final land in our 70th Solo Series where we deep dive into each land of Disneyland Park. Today we talk about Tomorrowland. The land that is most talked about every time people talk about what they want to happen at Disneyland.  Be sure to check out the full series from this summer and tune in next week as Jessica covers D23 announcements.

  8. Aug 5

    Explore a Galaxy Far Far Away - Galaxy's Edge Deep Dive

    Book your Disneyland vacation and save by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk   In this episode, Jessica takes you through Star Wars Galaxy's Edge, one of the biggest expansions of Disneyland Resort in recent history. She talks about the atmosphere, how the land has changed, the rides, the dining, and so much more!

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Your weekly podcast about Disneyland and beyond. Travel tips and EXCLUSIVE ticket deals. Join Becca and Jessica every Wednesday for new episodes.

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  • Creator
    Becca Robins, Jessica Sanders
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    222
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © (c) 2024 Castle Talk Radio
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    Castle Talk Radio

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