The Main Street Electrical Podcast: A Disney Podcast
Join Jenn & Dave as they talk, laugh, discuss, and share the magic of Disney... parks! movies! news! Diz pop culture!... plus fantastic guests, great triva, history and much more.
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The One with the (Updated) Star Wars Film Rankings
05/07/2026
The One with the (Updated) Star Wars Film Rankings
In the 294th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave look back a year or so, to an episode done in April of 2025 - when we decided to rank all 12 theatrical Star Wars Films... and of course, we had to have on our Star Wars fanboy friend, The Derek Frank, to discuss. And he is back again! First up, not only is Jenn getting ready for her upcoming Disney travels, Dave has in his magic bands for his own trip and Derek gives the scoop on the Star Wars After Dark event in Disneyland. Then, the trio dives into the films - the prequel trilogy, the originals, the sequel trilogy, and the three extra movies - ranking the 12 to 1, least to most favorite, and the reasons why. Plus, why does Jenn hate Empire Strikes Back so much? Then, an update on Jenn's travels, Derek's new men's clothing company, and Dave telling you to all go see Project Hail Mary.
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Ep 293. The One with the Disney Resort CEOs
04/30/2026
Ep 293. The One with the Disney Resort CEOs
In the 293th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are ready to fix all the things at Walt Disney World that are outside of the parks, putting on their CEO hats once again! First, new shirts for Dave and new planning for Jenn, plus Jenn gives her ideas on how to store Mickey Ears. Or at least what she'd like to do, and what she actually does. We go over the new details for the Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, including what to expect, some new features, and all the dates. Then a quick look at what we know for Epcot's Food & Wine Festival this coming fall. Then, we put on our CEO hats, now assigned to look at resorts, Disney Springs, and everything else that isn't the four theme parks. What would we do (within reason of course) - Adventurers Club returning? Character meals in Disney Springs? Could Cinderella and Tiana moved out of 1900 Park Fare would end up making bank for Disney? And those stupid ESPN passes on your app. We rant about it. Plus, Toad the Wet Sprocket lyrics (it's "But we wouldn't be that brave, I know"), why d$ really wants Ryan Cabrera in Epcot... Taco Bell aint, and KIRSCHWASSER, darn it.
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The One with It's Gonna Be MAY
04/23/2026
The One with It's Gonna Be MAY
In the 292nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave reunite after Jenn's week off and Dave's solo show... First (and we forgot to even say it on the episode...) THANK YOU FOR 100,000 DOWNLOADS! Second... we dive back in to some familiar news, covering some of the things we did mention last week, but this time to get Jenn's take on in, including the Muppets song list on the revamped Rock'n Roller Coaster, the returning Dexlue Disney Sining Plan, and Big Thunder reopening. Plus, a look at Disney's upcoming Lakeshort Lodge, projected to open in 2027, and then a look at the recently announced Disney Legend 2026 line up - and who should be in, who is in that grey area and... then... a discussion on Anne Hathaway. Finally, the May calendar at Disney - the After Hours dates, Marvel TV dates, The Devil Wears Prada 2 and Mando & Grogu movie dates... and another scan at May 26th, and ALL the big things happening on that single day - Muppets, Dis Jr, Animation Courtyard, Soarin, Bluey, and Falcon's new mission.
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The One with WDW27 & The Muppets
04/17/2026
The One with WDW27 & The Muppets
In the 291st episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave is just Dave this time around as Jenn is out - so Dave carries the show... on a big Disney news week! First, getting the ticket for The Mandalorian & Grogu, and why I'm looking forward to some simple Star Wars. Then, diving into Walt Disney World 2027, as new prices and packages were released this week. We run through new additions - a dining plan returning, discounts on dining for kids, water park information - plus booking through October 2027. Plus, why should you consider booking this far out? I give you the reasons! Finally, The Muppets are all over the Disney socials! The song list has been released for Rock'n Roller Coaster with the Muppets - I'll run through it and help those of you confused to remember what a "Song 2" is. Also, the cameos in the queue, the storyline behind G-Force Records now, the L.I.M.O. idea, and my excited for the ride retheme and what it might mean for Muppet Fans (and how this is a home run for Disney... unless they Zootopia it...) Find it on all the podplaces!!
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The One with Aulani & the Dominican
04/09/2026
The One with Aulani & the Dominican
In the 290th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are finally joined again by fan fave #KylaKylaKyla, for the first time since last September! In the news, Buzz Lightyear has reopened, and we all chat about it even though none of us have done the new version... Big Thunder has to have an opening date soon, right? [spoiler alert, they announced it right as we were done recording - its May 3] Plus, the Rock'n Roller Coaster Guitar is getting an new rethemed paint job... and Annual Passholder discounts this year, with 2026's VIPassholder dining discounts. Then, Kyla Melberg is here to talk a little travel and her busy, busy winter so far this year. She gives her Aulani report first - the dining, the travel there and back, the hotel itself, things she didn't know going in, and so on. Then her look around the island, in the other hotel they moved to, and finally a recent trip to the Dominican, with a stay at Hard Rock. Jenn chimes in with her takes as well, while Dave offers an idea for the monkey cages in Animal Kingdom (because that's all he's got for this topic!)
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The One with Jenn in Land & Dave in World
04/03/2026
The One with Jenn in Land & Dave in World
In the 289th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back after a few weeks away! Spring Break weeks have come and gone, including when Jenn went to Disneyland then returned home to Pittsburgh late Monday night, only for Dave to leave Birmingham early Tuesday morning for week in Disney World! First up, Buzz Lightyear has some soft openings, ready for next week's official reopening... Rafiki gets his name dropped in Animal Kingdom's Conversation Conservation Station... brand new ticket deals for Disney... and Crocs are getting into the headband game... Then, Jenn and Dave share their trip reports from the parks on each coast -- Jenn (with Travel Amanda) visiting Bluey's new show, hanging at Disneyland Hotel, enjoying California Adventure's Food & Wine, and soaking in the 70th anniversary before it disappears... And Dave on his annual family trip, with all the dining, including Le Cellier and Sci Fi and Akershus, doing the Garden Graze at Flower & Garden Festival, and the kid's Meeting Princess stance. And lamenting on Disney's poor Egg Display system this year. It's a great time to visit either park!
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The One with World vs Land
03/12/2026
The One with World vs Land
In the 288th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are saying "HAPPY BIRTHDAY" early to Friend of the Show THE Derek Franks! After a few Disney's This Week, we catch up with Derek and the new job and the new company and more! Then, we take a look at two of our favorite places... Disney World and Disneyland. And how do they stack up? Resorts? Dining? Snackage? Attractions like Haunted Mansion and Pirates and big coasters? And Derek (may) have some Big Thunder insight! For those who love both parks - or maybe has only been to one - its a great take on what we think, what we know, and what we love... and of course, we keep score!
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The One with Disney Comforts
03/05/2026
The One with Disney Comforts
In the 287th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are prepping for new promos and new festivals, while making cruise excursions (Jenn) and remembering a meal in Wonderland... A little news brings in new extra magic hours for deluxe guests in May... Zootopia 2 coming to streaming... new Pixar getting rave reviews... and a larger look at the Disney Adventure, the ship in the Disney fleet that will mostly be in the Asian market. Plus the list of Disney godparents for each of the ships in the Disney Fleet! Then, looking at the newest Disney promotion - Free Dining not just for the kids, but for everyone! Finally, the human world is a mess, and life under the sea is better than anything dey got up dere... and because the world is so wacked out, we talk about some of our favorite comfort films in Disney lore... movies that we find stress free, easy to watch, and that make us happy - from Hercules to Sleeping Beauty to the Titans... and the attractions and Disney areas that make us happy as well... and you knew we'd say PeopleMover...
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The One with Do This! Don't Do That!
02/26/2026
The One with Do This! Don't Do That!
In the 286th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave look ahead to three big projects on the horizon at Disney World - and what they are hoping to see! Helping the discussion is first time guest and new Friend of the Show Dave Adams, co-host of the new(ish) show Pod999 - Dave and Jenn and Dave share a little Weekly Disney, with Disneyland Paris trips, pin boards, and Garden Tea Reservations. Then, looking at the coming Magic of Animation in Hollywood Studios, the trio give their takes on what they hope Disney will do and hopes at what they will avoid doing - making it about the animation... not letting it fall apart... and why they should honor all of Disney's Animated classics Then a look at both the Muppets taking over Rock'n Roller Coaster and then turning our attention to Tropical Americas -- how to not make another Navi River Journey, trying to make Indy Jones relevant for the future, wanting more than Dr Teeth and of course, another mention of Its Tough to Be a Bug
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The One with News Around the (disney) World
02/19/2026
The One with News Around the (disney) World
In the 285th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave round up the latest news and some movie reviews! First, Jenn's take on the trailer for "The Mandalorian & Grogu" film - having seen it literally minutes before recording the episode, then Dave's review of "Zootopia 2" - plus the countless easter eggs within the film. Then, a look around the (disney) World with the latest on the water parks opening and closing... Bath & Body Works + Disney... new art becomes a handbag... and a rundown of all the announced fun at Epcot's Flower and Garden Festival, including Dave performing Air Supply for his kid...
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The One with the Disneyland CEOs
02/12/2026
The One with the Disneyland CEOs
In the 284th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are once againg putting on their CEO hats, now turning their new found (if only imaginary) powers to Disney World West... that of course being Disneyland! And to do so, they invite in (for their fourth appearance) Friends of the Show and the hosts of the popular Skywalking Through Neverland podcast, Rich & Sarah! First, their take on both Josh D'Amaro becoming the new Head Cheese for Disney, and then their thoughts on Disneyland's Star Wars Galaxy's Edge. Then... what happens if Josh calls us all up and tells us that we are the new CEOs of Disneyland Resort? We can't plunk down a new land or a big ride in the middle of the park, but overall, we can do what we want to make the parks even better! Including ideas from rare characters to updated After Dark parties to a Tiki Room feast to getting rid of the noxious fumes at Autopia. Also, maybe we should get rid of the bottlenecked crowds (mostly made up of teens on their phones) with the new Move Along Cast Members... Make sure to listen to Skywalking Through Neverland every week on all your fave pod places!
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The One with the New Disney Era
02/05/2026
The One with the New Disney Era
In the 283rd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are ready to usher in the new leadership era of Walt Disney Company because... It's a Great Big Beautiful D'Amaro! First up, Jenn is getting ready for an upcoming cruise - but she's still at home for a while... and Dave gives his full review of the new Muppet Show episode on Disney+, also revealing his love of Sabrina Carpenter. Then, a look at the Disney Flag Retreat and a salute to 101 year old Herb Maneloveg, a veteran and American hero! Finally... the news of the week, as Josh D'Amaro is appointed CEO of The Walt Disney Company, while Dana Walden takes on the newly created role of President and Chief Creative Officer, so we do a deep dive. We take a look at the resumes of each, where they come from, experiences and previous roles, including Dana's "Jerry Maguire Moment" and how she had a hand in creating the modern "binge-worthy" trend, and Josh's part in Pandora in Animal Kingdom and being so Cast Member friendly. Plus, looking at the positives and how they'll possibly work together, and the challenges, including things to watch out for... also quick thoughts on previous CEOs Eisner, Bob Chapek and comparing Iger Part 1 and Iger Part 2. If you are curious about why people are excited (or not excited) for the Josh & Dana takeover, let Jenn & Dave pull and Clarissa and explain it all. Plus, make sure to check out Friend of the Show Derek Frank's new venture, Chuggerclothing!
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The One with the Festival of the Arts Weekend Review
01/29/2026
The One with the Festival of the Arts Weekend Review
In the 282nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave have returned from the Upon a Star Travel meet up in Disney World for Festival of the Arts!! The whole episode is one big "How did you Disney this week" as they give a handful of quick reviews on a large amount of places eaten, parties attended, resorts slept in, and much more. Dave got a couple of new shirts, including a brand new Figment to sport. You'll find our takes on resort stays in Bay Lake Tower and Caribbean Beach... restaurants like Biergarten, Topolino's, Skipper's Canteen, Tuttio Italia, and Jaleo... lounges like Geo-82 and a return to Beak & Barrel... and events like the Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Party - and the differences in the pre-party, the Seats & Eats, and the post-party - and which one we recommend. And of course, snacking, enjoying Broadway, and buying artwork, and the actual Festival of the Arts! Plus, who is right when it comes to those Pop Tart things in Woody's Lunchbox? It's a quick paced look at a lot of different things enjoyed by Disney, theme park and travel fans!
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The One Revisiting Stacey & the Must-Dos
01/22/2026
The One Revisiting Stacey & the Must-Dos
In the 281st Episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are working on borrowed time as they are both getting set for the annual gathering of Upon a Star friends in Disney World! First up, Jenn is doing her packing, while Dave tells the story about Southwest that had him fuming... then how the Lovely Wife solved the problem. Then, a quick look at Fast & Furious in Universal - the bad (Fast and Furious Supercharged) and the hopefully good (the Fast & Furious Roller Coaster) coming in a few years. And then they look back to 2020, when Stacey Aswad came on the show (for the first of two appearances!) and we revisit our conversation with her, discussing everything from crying in movies and fashion to starting in voice overs and roller skating and of course, how she got started with Disney and some behind the scenes fun. Hope you enjoy looking back at our convo with the legend that is Stacey from the Must Do Disney days, and let us know if you want to hear her on the show again!
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The One with Galaxy's Edge and Wizarding Worlds
01/15/2026
The One with Galaxy's Edge and Wizarding Worlds
In the 280th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are ready to chat about the Wizarding World... but first, the Star Wars... To open up, both are set with their Guardians of the Galaxy Lightning Lanes for their upcoming trip with Upon a Star Team! Then... the big news that Original Trilogy Star Wars is coming to Disneyland's Galaxy's Edge - Han, Luke, Leia, Vader, with John Williams music, as Disney seeks to redo a little theming and timelines in the SW areas. Plus, a quick look at the sequel trilogy and why this move maybe should have been done years ago (we've been screaming it!) Then, focusing on the Wizarding Worlds of Harry Potter in Universal Orlando! We discuss our own relationships to the Potterverse - reading the books, watching the movies, and impressions on seeing the first Potter area in Islands of Adventure many years ago. Then, a look at Hogsmeade, along with Hogwarts Castle and Hagrid's Motorbike Adventure over in Islands, then Diagon Alley, with Gringott's ride and Nocturn Alley in Universal Studios, and finally, the Parisian theming and the Ministry of Magic, plus the circus show and that French cafe that we forgot the name of, all over in Epic Universe. It's not nearly as comprensive as it could be - that would take many hours - but it's a great overview of what you can expect at the Wizarding Worlds - plus how you can (and should) ride the Hogwarts Express!
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The One with the Cool Kid Summer Preview
01/08/2026
The One with the Cool Kid Summer Preview
In the 279th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn and Dave are just looking for a seat at the cool kids table - and Cool Kid Summer is around the corner! Back for the first episode of 2026, we take a good look at some of the big Disney headlines to come out in the last few weeks, including Cast Member Robert stopping a big boulder in Hollywood Studios... The Muppets reemerging with Emma Stone and Miss Piggy... Disneyland gets a new Star Wars milk... and Stacy is back with a few Must Do's!! Plus a quick look at the upcoming Epcot Festival of the Arts, with many of the things to look forward to... including the Disney Broadway Series (and a tangent on actors who should not be singing either in movies or their own albums...) Finally, Cool Kid Summer details have been released, with some pretty big discounts, with free nights and free ticket days - plus extra promotions, the new Animation Building, Bluey & Bingo coming and much more!
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The Encore with Candlelight Processional (with Friends)
12/26/2025
The Encore with Candlelight Processional (with Friends)
In this ENCORE Episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are proud to present one of our fave Christmas episodes - the Candlelight Processional, and this time, with our friends and friends of the show! In this revisit of Ep 186, you'll hear Matt & Susie from former The ImagineEars Podcast... Catron, Ryan, and Chris from IAmGeek... Derek Frank from Living with the Landspeeder... Melissa Reagan from The Food for Thoughtcast... and show faves Quasi Producer Heather and #KylaKylaKyla all assist, with Dave and Jenn of course. Thanks for listening and downloading, thanks for subscribing, share the show with your fave people, and we'll back with new eps in 2026!!
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The One with a Few More of Our Favorite Things
12/18/2025
The One with a Few More of Our Favorite Things
In the 278th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are wrapping up the year of podcast eps with the final (new) show of 2025! This go around, they open up with Jenn returning back from a whirlwind weekend at WDW, while Dave recounts a story from his own family meeting Star Lord at Epcot. The news gives the update on the Taylor Swift display in Hollywood Studios... Typhoon Lagoon closing and Blizzard Beach opening... Chef Art's Brunchmas... and charming little story about a couple spending their anniversaries at Disneyland - like, 70 of them... Plus happy birthday Dick Van Dyke! Then, in an update from our episode 82 in 2021, we look at the song "My Favorite Things", as sung by the immaculate Julie Andrews - and we give our favorite things - everything from places we want to return to and visit for the first time... favorite Disney dogs... snacks... pastas... where we'd be "basic"... where to get out of the rain... and even a little coffee talk. Plus our usual random sidebars and asides as we chat a little Disney magic and why we love to travel and help others do the same.
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The One with the 2026 Disney Preview
12/11/2025
The One with the 2026 Disney Preview
In the 277th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are ready for Christmas! Ready for New Years! And ready for all the Magical Goodness coming in 2026! First up, Jenn is getting ready for her trip, while Dave has just seen his own family off to the Most Magical Place on Earth -- then, a quick aside about... beverage coolers. Yes, those almost but not quite fridges in resort rooms... the differences, where to find them, and what to do if you need one. Then, starting in January, we begin to look at 2026 month by month... the attraction opening and closings, Aerosmith closing, any big news, Disney/Marvel/Star Wars releases, D23, the returns of festivals and other events and much, much more. Jenn chats a little about the Disney Adventure and what to expect, marathon weekends, Hannah Montana's 20th anniversary, and both of us try to figure out who or what the heck is Wonder Man... (All announcements are as up to date as we could get it - but things can always change...)
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The One with Walt's Park Connections
12/04/2025
The One with Walt's Park Connections
In the 276th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are giving a big Happy 124th birthday to the man himself, Walt Disney! First, a quick chat about Christmas music, and what both Jenn and Dave think about Mariah Carey's new classic "All I Want For Christmas Is You" - annoying or an absolute jam? Then, Jenn swapping ornaments and Dave reading Walt books. The news piled up over the last few days with Disney releasing all sorts of things coming in 2026 - the openings (Magic of Animation!) and reopenings (Big Thunder!), the retheming (Muppets!), the Festivals, the parties, and of course BLUEY!! Then, to give an homage to Walt Disney's birthday - December 5th - Jenn and Dave talk about how Walt Disney connects to each theme park - what attraction, icon, feature, even restaurant or show represents who Walt Disney was, his spirit, his imagination, and his legacy. The answers may be exactly what you think - or may surprise you. And you can always tell us what YOU think by reaching out!
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The One with A Happy Thanksgiving
11/27/2025
The One with A Happy Thanksgiving
In the 275th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave cheer on another Thanksgiving as part of the show! Dave and Jenn are both taking care of Thanksgiving clients, including one of Dave's who he met when she was in junior high -- and now she has her own kids at WDW! They go over some of the latest news, including Olaf in the parks (But not ours)... Disneyland After Hours (but not at our park)... The new Cookie Stroll at Epcot... High School Bands returning to Disney World... and where to find Thanksgiving Meals at WDW Then, Jenn and Dave both reveal their Thanksgiving plans, Thanksgiving meal faves, the dishes they dont like - and are overrated - and finally... From Dave and Jenn... we say THANK YOU TO THE LISTENERS... to those who support the show... to those who have been on the show! And everyone who subscribed, downloaded, or even acknowledged we have a show! We are nothing without you guys and we THANK YOU!!!
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The One with Destiny, Earmarked, and Moms in Disney
11/20/2025
The One with Destiny, Earmarked, and Moms in Disney
In the 274th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back to discuss all of Jenn's latest travels - and inviting in fan fave and 3rd co-host #KylaKylaKyla as well. After random chit-chat about Disneying over the last week or two, including renewing Annual Passes (always a good time for the budget), they chat about Premier Passes being sold out, the Christmas party being sold out, and Zootopia Crocs being sold. Then, Jenn gives the lowdown on the newest ship in the Disney Fleet, the Disney Destiny... some of the shows, the layout, the grand hall, Heroes vs Villains, and more. Jenn & Kyla then talk about the Earmarked Summit they just returned from in Disneyland, some of the cool events they attended, seeing Walt animatronic, the Christmas decor so far, and more. Plus, what exactly is Earmarked? Then Kyla takes the flight from Anaheim straight to Orlando for her Moms Trip - she gives the update on the snacks, drinks, and a weekend away.
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The One with Collecting Disney DVDs
11/13/2025
The One with Collecting Disney DVDs
In the 273rd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave will be back together next wek, but this week, Dave starts solo with a little Disney CD collection update... Then updates on the Christmas party tickets... the Perch opening at the Grand Floridian... Military rates for Disney World released... Toy Story 5's new trailer... And then, a chat with podcaster and broadcaster and physical media collector Garrison Ryfun about collecting DVDs, Blu-Rays, and the like - we chat about why physical media has had such a recent rise in popularity, in collecting Disney movies (and why you want to!) and getting some of the big Disney movie sets. It's a little niche this week, and a little techie, but we do get to nerd out a bit and hopefully you'll be inspired to start your own collection
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The One with the 2025 Disney Holiday Guide
11/06/2025
The One with the 2025 Disney Holiday Guide
In the 272nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn and Dave are split up for the next week or two, as today it becomes "Jess and Dave"! Previous guest, Friend of the Show, promoted to somewhat sorta guest host Jessica Levine, aka Pocket Jess, comes back to the show to hang with host Dave and talk about Christmas at Disney World. Jess is getting her house ready for Hanukkah and Christmas, while Dave is pulling out the Christmas Disney PJs, and then they jump into the parks for Christmas! They chat about each park - Animal Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom - then the resorts and Disney Springs, putting a spotlight on Christmas activities, theming, events, and more. We discuss everything from Jollywood Nights to Glimmering Greenhouse to Merry Menagerie to Christmas Tree Strolls to Candlelight Processional to the resort trees and so much more. Plus, Jessica gives a rundown on how Disney represents her Jewish faith in the parks - both the awesome things Disney is doing, and a few things they could be slightly better on. Use this as your guide for all things Disney World and holidays!
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The One with the Hollywood Studios CEOs
10/30/2025
The One with the Hollywood Studios CEOs
In the 271st episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are talking Hollywood Studios this time around - and what they would make happen. First up, Dave and his new shirt, Jenn and her trip packing... then the Disney Destiny has a new wedding option... and Mickey's Christmas Party is selling out, and has new munchies. Then, taking a look at Hollywood Studios, and what we would make different if given the CEO title. More characters... a few photo ops... Muppets get a good home... more life in Galaxy's Edge... and we want our arch back!
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The One with Another Disney News Roundup
10/23/2025
The One with Another Disney News Roundup
In the 270th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are here for a shorter show, this time just the news. Well, the news and of course, how they Disney'd, with Jenn getting ready for upcoming travels, while Dave is biding his time with the wife away by quoting trips and building Legos. And collecting more Taylor. Then, a roundup of the latest news stories, including: --Festival of the Arts information released --Soarin' Across America --Changes to Ratatouille in 3D --Jollywood Nights upcoming characters --Removing the Hollywood Studios arch Plus, Chewie during Life Day, The Star Wars Holiday Special, and how one guy got trespassed on the Disney Springs bridge
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The One with the Disney Blind Rankings
10/16/2025
The One with the Disney Blind Rankings
In the 269th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave welcome in first time guest - and current Upon a Star Travel super Star and fellow podcaster Donna DeGiacomo. Pronounced just like that. First, Donna shares a little about her love of Disney and where she hails from, as well as a magic little story with Disneyland pins, plus a little about her own podcast, Circa 71. Then, a quick mention on the current Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party tickets, and which dates are selling out. Finally, a little game of "Blind Rankings" - a random wheel picks the resort and the dining location, and all three decide where to place it - blindly - on their top ten. And yes, All Star Sports makes an appearance, because of course it does!
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The One with Our World Showcase Rankings
10/09/2025
The One with Our World Showcase Rankings
In the 268th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are joined by super Upon a Star super planner Jessica Levine, aka "Pocket Jess", in her first appearance since way back in July 2023 on Ep 165. On today's episode, the trio chat about Jenn's upcoming Destiny journey, Jess' upcoming trips, and Dave's quick review of Pixar's "ELIO". Plus, we chat a little about Jess and her family, her move to Jacksonville, and how she still frequents the parks. In the news, some quick hits on Disney raising prices... new pricing out for Christmas 2026... a new timeline for Muppets in Rock'n Roller Coaster... a revised Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique menu - and wondering why there is still only one BBB location open... Disney leaning to cashless kiosks... and Frozen Ever After losing the projection faces. Finally, in a revisit of a topic done in October 2021 on Episode 75, a ranking of World Showcase pavilions. Mexico, Norway, China, Germany, Italy, American Adventure, Japan, Morocco, France, United Kingdom, and Canada - each get a quick discussion about what we love (and what we don't love as much) and we rank them on our list, 1 thru 11. Plus, another mini-rant from Jenn about Anne Hathaway's thrilling, Oscar winning performance in "Les Miserables".
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The One with Disney World's Birthday
10/02/2025
The One with Disney World's Birthday
In the 267th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back this week with more news and WDW history! First, Jenn gives her own review of Beak and Barrel from her visit last week, while Dave is getting his room ready for the January trip. Then, in a news roundup, Guardians has a new queue system--but not really... Travel Protection goes up... Disney Cruise Lines has MORE savings... Disney drops new promotions on everyone... and Disney Enchantment fireworks returns to Magic Kingdom for special events! And then, a birthday conversation for both Magic Kingdom and Epcot, looking at the opening day for both - attractions, World Showcase pavilions, skybuckets, resorts, trivia and fun facts. Plus memories from both Jenn and Dave on each park.
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The One with the Animal Kingdom CEOs
09/25/2025
The One with the Animal Kingdom CEOs
In the 266th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are prepping for a weekend trip with the Upon a Star Team to Cancun... but before that, there is magic to be discussed. First, Jenn is getting ready for a day in Epcot with #KylaKylaKyla, Quasi Producer Heather (aka The Moana Mom) and several other Upon a STARS, while Dave is proud to announce the totals from the recent WDW Park Run Challenge The Candlelight Processional line up has been announced, and they run through that... the Halloween Party is completely sold out... and the incredible Disney Cruise Line promotion that ends on Sept 25th (today, as we publish and release!) Finally, the go along with our ideas for Epcot - when we were Epcot CEOs (episode 262) - we now tackle Animal Kingdom... if we were in charge of the park, knowing we cannot go crazy with new lands or big new rides, what would we do? Our ideas include what to do with Rafiki's Planet Watch... looking at Finding Nemo: the Musical... updating Pandora... fixing Kali River Rapids... more characters... and of course, addressing the issue with The Yeti. And... hippos. We need more hippos. And then we do dream a little bigger - what if we could do one big project?
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