Disney's Grand Reveal: D23 Expo's Biggest Announcements and Transformations

In this episode of Mouse Minds, the hosts delve into the major announcements from Disney's D23 Expo, focusing on significant changes and upcoming attractions. Key highlights include a new Indiana Jones ride, the addition of four new Disney Cruise Line ships, updates to Epcot's test track, a Zootopia show at Animal Kingdom, and the introduction of new themed areas like Avatar, Cars, and the long-rumored Monsters Inc. door coaster. The departure of iconic features such as Tom Sawyer's Island and the Rivers of America at Disneyland to make way for the new Villains Land is also discussed. The episode captures firsthand insights from Luella, who attended the expo, and reflections on the excitement surrounding these developments, concluding with a call for listener feedback.

00:00 Welcome to Mouse Minds 

00:22 D23 Expo Highlights 

01:06 John Stamos and Disney Fandom 

01:55 Luella's Expo Experience 

08:41 Disney Cruise Line Expansion

12:59 Disneyland Paris and Tiana's Bayou Adventure 

14:27 Controversy Over Walt Disney Animatronic 

17:28 New Additions to Disney California Adventure 

30:05 Disney's Global Park Updates 

31:50 Disneyland's Tomorrowland and Future Plans 

33:42 Universal's Epic Universe and Disney's Response 

44:38 Walt Disney World Announcements 

45:48 Indiana Jones Ride in Animal Kingdom 

47:10 Encanto Ride and Animal Trail Hopes

50:17 Zootopia Show Replaces It's Tough To Be A Bug 

51:13 Epcot Updates and Test Track Expansion 

56:39 Hollywood Studios: Monsters Inc. Land 

01:04:12 Magic Kingdom: Cars and Villains Lands 

01:21:53 New Nighttime Parade and Final Thoughts