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Magic Our Way - Disney fan podcast
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The Magic Our Way podcast is a New Orleans-based Disney fan podcast that has been in production since November 2012. Danny, Kevin, Eli, and Rachel discuss all things, Disney, from theme parks to movies and much more. We allow all opinions (and not just the sugary, fluffy ones) to be voiced on the podcast, and we always look at both sides of a topic. The "Pleasure Island of Disney fan podcasts" is good for your morning and afternoon commute and all times in between, but not at bedtime because we'll keep you up. Welcome to our Disney Fans!

  1. 1d ago

    D23 2026: Disney's Movie Future — Sequels, Originals & Surprises Part 1

    D23 2026 wasn't just about the future of the Disney Parks. Disney also unveiled a massive slate of movies, animation, television, and more—and there was so much to discuss that we're splitting our Entertainment Showcase coverage into two episodes! In Part 1, we dig into Disney's upcoming movie and animation slate, including The Simpsons Movie, Lilo & Stitch 2, The Bluey Movie, Ice Age: Boiling Point, the live-action Tangled, Oswald, Incredibles 3, Coco 2, Gatto, Ghost Market, Romy & Michele 2, Frozen 3, Zootopia 3, Hexed, and Clay. Which announcements actually got us excited? Which sequels feel justified? Which originals caught our attention? And how deep into its enormous library of characters and franchises is Disney willing to go? Along the way, we start noticing an interesting pattern: for all the talk about Disney relying on sequels and familiar IP, both Pixar and Walt Disney Animation are still putting original movies on the slate. That raises a much bigger question we'll be coming back to soon. And we're not finished with D23 yet! Part 2 continues with Marvel, Star Wars, streaming, games, and the rest of Disney's Entertainment Showcase. What are your thoughts? Email us at show@magicourway.com, call or text  815-MOWICAN (669-4226), or slide into our social media DMs. Every thought and opinion will forever be welcome on this Disney fan podcast. This is show 643.

    D23 2026: Disney's Movie Future — Sequels, Originals & Surprises Part 1

  2. 1d ago ·  Bonus

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  3. Aug 19

    D23 2026 Horizons: What Is Disney Actually Building?

    D23 2026 delivered a mountain of Disney Parks news—but how much of it is actually coming, and how much is still blue sky? On this episode of Magic Our Way, we break down the biggest reveals from the Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase, including the return of Figment and Dreamfinder, changes coming to Spaceship Earth, the future of Disneyland's Tomorrowland, Villains Land, Tropical Americas, Piston Peak, Monstropolis, the Expedition Everest Yeti, and more. But rather than simply running through a list of announcements, we're asking a bigger question: When should a Disney announcement become a promise? To find out, we pull the receipts from D23 2022 and 2024. What did Disney announce? What actually got built? What changed along the way? And what can projects like Avengers: Infinity Defense and the long development of King Thanos teach us about Disney's five-, ten-, and even fifteen-year planning horizon? Was Horizons 2026 filled with blue-sky ideas, or did Disney give us a glimpse at projects sitting at very different stages of development? We discuss, debate, and decide which D23 2026 announcements we'd actually bet on becoming reality. What are your thoughts? Email us at show@magicourway.com, call or text  815-MOWICAN (669-4226), or slide into our social media DMs. Every thought and opinion will forever be welcome on this Disney fan podcast. This is show 642.

    D23 2026 Horizons: What Is Disney Actually Building?

  4. Aug 12

    Rachel's Walt Disney World Trip Report – New Finds, Surprises & Facepalms | Episode 641

    Rachel is back from Walt Disney World! We hear about her latest trip, including Coronado Springs, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, the refreshed Buzz Lightyear experience, Zootopia: Better Zoogether!, Soarin' Across America, Disney Villains, Standby Skipper, food, drinks, fireworks, and more. But did Disney's summer offerings actually deliver? Rachel shares the good, the disappointing, and the downright strange—including an Animal Kingdom that left the crew wondering whether Disney has enough to keep guests busy. It's a trip report full of new finds, surprises, facepalms...and somehow, Kevin playing darts.  What are your thoughts? Email us at show@magicourway.com, call or text 815-MOWICAN (669-4226), or slide into our social media DMs. Every thought and opinion will forever be welcome on this Disney fan podcast. This is show 641.

    Rachel's Walt Disney World Trip Report – New Finds, Surprises & Facepalms | Episode 641

  5. Aug 5

    Spider-Man: Brand New Day Review | A New Beginning for the Web-Slinger?

    We review Spider-Man: Brand New Day! First, a spoiler-free discussion on whether Marvel's newest Spider-Man adventure lives up to the hype. Then we give a clear spoiler warning before diving into the biggest reveals, Easter eggs, surprises, and what the ending means for the future of the MCU.

    Spider-Man: Brand New Day Review | A New Beginning for the Web-Slinger?

  6. Jul 29

    Marvel Takes Over SDCC 2026: Ghost Rider, Black Panther 3 & Avengers: Doomsday

    Marvel Studios returned to San Diego Comic-Con with a presentation packed with major announcements, surprise appearances, and new looks at the future of the MCU. In this episode, we break down the biggest reveals from SDCC 2026, including Ryan Gosling's casting as Ghost Rider, the announcement of Black Panther 3, new details from Avengers: Doomsday, the return of the original Fox-era X-Men cast, and footage from Spider-Man: Brand New Day featuring the Punisher and Hulk. We also discuss Avengers: Endgame returning to theaters with new footage, Marvel's continued reliance on nostalgia, and the projects that were noticeably absent from the presentation. Did Marvel do enough to rebuild excitement around the MCU, or are fans still waiting for a clearer vision of what comes next? Join us as we react to Marvel's biggest Comic-Con moments and debate which announcement has us most excited. What are your thoughts on Marvel's presentation at the 2026 San Diego Comic-Con? Email us at show@magicourway.com, call or text  815-MOWICAN (669-4226), or slide into our social media DMs. Every thought and opinion will forever be welcome on this Disney fan podcast. This is show 639.

    Marvel Takes Over SDCC 2026: Ghost Rider, Black Panther 3 & Avengers: Doomsday

  7. Jul 22

    Four Parks. Four Bars. Our Walt Disney World Armchair Imagineering

    What would happen if Disney handed the Magic Our Way hosts the keys to Imagineering and challenged each of us to design a new themed bar experience for Walt Disney World? In this episode, each host takes one park and pitches an original lounge concept complete with its location, backstory, atmosphere, menu, and signature Disney-style moments. For Animal Kingdom, we head into a lively tropical Caipirinha Bar inspired by Brazilian flavors and the park's spirit of exploration. At EPCOT, we travel across the galaxy to the Nowhere Bar, a cosmic lounge inspired by the strange worlds of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Hollywood Studios brings back classic animation glamour with the Ink and Paint Club from Who Framed Roger Rabbit. And at Magic Kingdom, an innocent-looking retro arcade in Tomorrowland hides a secret entrance to Tapper's, a neon-filled gathering place inspired by Wreck-It Ralph. These aren't just places to order a drink. They're fully themed attractions designed around storytelling, discovery, interactive effects, and the kind of details that make Disney environments memorable. Which concept would you build first—and what themed bar would you create for Walt Disney World? Email us at show@magicourway.com, call or text  815-MOWICAN (669-4226), or slide into our social media DMs. Every thought and opinion will forever be welcome on this Disney fan podcast. This is show #638. Magic Our Way — Where Every Opinion Is Welcome.

    Four Parks. Four Bars. Our Walt Disney World Armchair Imagineering

  8. Jul 15

    Is Disney Really Rebuilding Space Mountain? | Episode 637

    Rumors are swirling that Magic Kingdom's iconic Space Mountain could be headed for its biggest transformation since opening in 1975. Reports suggest Disney may be considering a massive rebuild, including a new track, updated ride systems, and a refreshed guest experience—all while preserving one of the park's most beloved attractions. This week, we break down what's being reported, separate rumor from reality, and discuss what a project of this scale could mean for the future of Tomorrowland. Would a smoother, modern Space Mountain be an improvement, or would it lose some of the charm that has made it a Disney classic for more than 50 years? Join us as we explore the possibilities, debate the pros and cons, and imagine what the next chapter of Space Mountain could look like. What are your thoughts on this rumor? Email us at show@magicourway.com, call or text  815-MOWICAN (669-4226), or slide into our social media DMs. Every thought and opinion will forever be welcome on this Disney fan podcast. This is show #637. Magic Our Way — Where Every Opinion Is Welcome.

    Is Disney Really Rebuilding Space Mountain? | Episode 637
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The Magic Our Way podcast is a New Orleans-based Disney fan podcast that has been in production since November 2012. Danny, Kevin, Eli, and Rachel discuss all things, Disney, from theme parks to movies and much more. We allow all opinions (and not just the sugary, fluffy ones) to be voiced on the podcast, and we always look at both sides of a topic. The "Pleasure Island of Disney fan podcasts" is good for your morning and afternoon commute and all times in between, but not at bedtime because we'll keep you up. Welcome to our Disney Fans!

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