MTP 456: The Marvelous Side of Disney Goes to the Movies: Fantastic 4: First Steps
Monorail Tales: A Disney Fan Podcast
Release Date: 10/07/2025
MTP 478: Disney+: Take 4 - February 2026
Monorail Tales: A Disney Fan Podcast
JOIN US AS SHEILA, STEVE, AND RIC unpack the wild, wonderful, and slightly unhinged February 2026 lineup in Disney+: Take 4—a month that somehow blends aliens, Imagineers, Muppets, armored dinosaurs, spies, sorority moms, preschool superheroes, true crime, and full-blown Hannah Montana nostalgia into one streaming schedule. From the return of The Muppet Show and the behind-the-scenes magic of We Call It Imagineering, to globe-spanning docuseries, animated chaos, and headline-making originals like Armorsaurs and Miraculous World: Tokyo Stellar Force, we sort through what’s essential,...
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MTP 477: The Marvel-ous Side of Disney goes to 2026!
Monorail Tales: A Disney Fan Podcast
Strap in, Marvel fans—because 2026 is shaping up to be an absolute superhero buffet. In this episode of The Marvelous Side of Disney, Ric and Luis take a fast-paced, fun look ahead at what the MCU has cooking for the year, from Disney+ series to massive theatrical releases. We talk binge-worthy shows like Wonder Man, gritty one-shots like The Punisher special, the return of street-level heroes with Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, and the animated hype train that is X-Men ’97 Season 2. Throw in Vision Quest, more Spider-Man, and animated Spidey goodness, and suddenly your 2026 calendar is...
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MTP 476: One More Festival: Looking Ahead to Disney in 2026
Monorail Tales: A Disney Fan Podcast
In this episode, Patrick, Ric, Sheila, and Steve gather around the table to look ahead at what Disney might, should, and hopefully will bring us in 2026. From park changes and pipe dreams to wish-list ideas that may or may not be wildly optimistic, this episode is packed with our predictions and plenty of laughs. We’re also joined by the voices of Al and Luis, who submitted their own predictions and ideas, adding even more perspective to an already lively conversation. And because no episode would be complete without a little extra flair, we also hear about the legendary “Summer Festival...
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MTP 475: Disney News You Can Use with Ric & Patrick (Jan. 2026)
Monorail Tales: A Disney Fan Podcast
Join us as Ric and Patrick are joined by special guests, Dave and Jackson, to discuss all the news that has come out of Disney! The guys talk about the upcoming EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, especially the food, and Jackson shares his thoughts about the items that have been designated as Kids' Picks. From Muppets to Mountains, the guys discuss the upcoming attraction openings (and reopenings), cool KIDS' SUMMER, and all the deals and promotions at Walt Disney World in the upcoming months! If you would like to talk to Ric about booking a Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, or...
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MTP 474: A Tribute to Adam the Woo — Disney Superfan, YouTuber, and Community Trailblazer
Monorail Tales: A Disney Fan Podcast
Join Sheila and Al for a one-of-a-kind discussion of the life and times of Adam Williams — “Adam the Woo,” who passed away in his adopted home of Celebration, Florida, on December 22, 2025. For more than 14 years, millions of viewers around the world watched Adam the Woo on YouTube. He was a familiar voice to so many. His video content included exploring theme parks, roadside attractions, and pop culture landmarks across the world—and so much more. His sudden and unexpected passing has left many shocked and heartbroken over the loss of a family member, friend, and icon. Below is the...
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MTP 473: Disney+ Take 4: January 2026
Monorail Tales: A Disney Fan Podcast
As the final notes of 2025 fade into memory and a new year waits just beyond the turnstile, join Bill, Sheila, and Steve as they welcome January 2026 by sharing everything coming to Disney+ in the month ahead. ✨ And be sure to listen all the way to the end, where Sheila offers a heartfelt message—a moment to look back on the year that was, the memories we made together, and what 2025 truly meant for the Monorail Tales Podcast. It’s a pause, a smile, and a hopeful glance forward.🥂🎆 Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit to leave us...
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MTP 472: A Time Before Walt Disney World
Monorail Tales: A Disney Fan Podcast
Join us as Al and Sheila take us back to a time when the Walt Disney World Resort was nothing but farmland and orange groves. They share the story of how Walt’s vision to open his next park in Florida became a reality, and Al recounts a fascinating tale of how Philip Smith became the first Cast Member, serving as caretaker for the newly acquired property before construction on Walt Disney World began. To contact Al To learn more on the Journal of Florida Studies Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit to leave us a message...
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MTP 471: A Very Merry Christmas Movie & Show Marathon or: Why Sleep Is Overrated in December
Monorail Tales: A Disney Fan Podcast
🎅 ’Twas the week before Christmas, and all through the feed, 🎙️ Four podcasters gathered with lists you might need. 🚝 Bill, Sheila, Steve, and Ric took their seats, 📺 To talk holiday watches—both classics and treats. ☕ With cocoa in hand and Disney on the brain, ✨ They queued up the magic again and again. 🎄 From The Santa Clause films (yes, all of them too), 🎁 To Kranks stealing Christmas—and finding it new. 🦆 There were ducks who decked halls in a Mickey-short cheer, 👻 And Scrooge with his ghosts in a Carol so dear. 🧚 Godmothered brought wishes, Noelle...
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MTP 470: Always the Gunner, Never The Pilot with Gary Fernando
Monorail Tales: A Disney Fan Podcast
Join us as Sheila chats with Gary about his recent trip to Walt Disney World, where he spent 5 days at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort with his family and mother-in-law. Gary shares many stories, including having to deal with a wonky wheel on the stroller, his daughter building a droid, and how he dressed as Orange Bird for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. To close out the episode, Gary shares a very heart-warming moment when cast members did a great job of finding his son’s lost “pillow.” Below are the links that Gary shared on the show Before you...
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MTP 469: A Tale of Two Parties… or Tricks, Treats, and 999 Happy Haunts
Monorail Tales: A Disney Fan Podcast
Join us for a delightfully not-so-frightful episode as Steve and Sheila welcome special guest Thomas Lloyd, who has just returned from a pair of spirited Halloween parties—one at Walt Disney World and the other at Disneyland! Thomas shares his magical mischief from both coasts, including the fan-favorite Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular and his enchanting experience on Disneyland’s Happy Haunts Tour, where 999 friendly ghosts were eager to say hello. And of course, no Halloween party is complete without a perfect costume! Thomas tells us why his “Knuckles” outfit from the Sonic...
info_outlineJoin us as Luis and Ric suit up for a fantastic deep dive into Marvel’s Fantastic Four: First Steps! The duo talk shop about what makes Marvel’s first family so special — from Pedro Pascal’s stretch into Reed Richards to Vanessa Kirby’s powerful take on Sue Storm. They tackle everything from family dynamics and fatherhood themes to cosmic battles with Galactus and a surprisingly heartfelt message about sacrifice and unity.
Expect laughs, heartfelt moments, and classic comic callbacks as Luis and Ric celebrate the film’s retro-futuristic 1960s flair, standout performances, and that unforgettable speech that had us all cheering, “It’s clobberin’ time!”
💥 Highlights include:
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Fantastic Four’s evolution through past films
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Pedro Pascal’s emotional turn as Mr. Fantastic
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Vanessa Kirby’s commanding presence as Sue Storm
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A cinematic showdown with Galactus and the Silver Surfer
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Reflections on fatherhood, faith, and Marvel’s legacy of family
🦸♂️ Grab your cosmic surfboard and tune in — it’s a marvelous ride you won’t want to miss!
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From all of us at Monorail Tales—thanks for journeying through this episode with us. Until next time, may your world stay super, your memories marvelous, and your days forever filled with Disney wonder and cosmic pixie dust! 🌟