Ricky Brigantehttp://www.insidethemagic.netInterested in Disney news and theme park fun? Join host Ricky Brigante as he dives into the latest news and excitement in the world's longest-running Disney and theme park podcast. Inside the Magic is a weekly podcast covering everything related to Disney, Orlando, theme parks, special events, movies, and merchandise including news, reviews, interviews, and much more.Inside the Magic is a weekly podcast covering everything related to Disney, Orlando, theme parks, special events, movies, and merchandise including news, reviews, interviews, and much more.Inside the Magic is a weekly podcast covering everything related to Disney, Orlando, theme parks, special events, movies, and merchandise including news, reviews, interviews, and much more.en-usDistant Creations Group, LLC Ricky Brigante contact@insidethemagic.net http://www.insidethemagic.net/images/itm-coverart-1400.jpghttp://www.insidethemagic.net14001400noDisney, Orlando, theme park, Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood, Studios, Animal Kingdom, California, Adventure, Walt Disney World, Inside the Magic, Fan, Walt Disney, DisneylandEntertainmentSun, 16 Jun 2013 19:53:48 ESTinsidethemagic@distantcreations.com (Ricky Brigante)60Distant Creations Group, LLCDisney, Orlando, theme park, Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood, Studios, Animal Kingdom, California, Adventure, Walt Disney World, Inside the Magic, Fan, Walt Disney, DisneylandSociety & Culture/Places & TravelKids & FamilyTV & FilmNews & PoliticsRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms428.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms428.mp3We take you to E3 2013 in Los Angeles with the latest on Disney's upcoming video games including Disney Infinity, Fantasia: Music Evolved, Castle of Illusion, DuckTales: Remastered, Kingdom Hearts 3, and Star Wars Battlefront. Then Pixar's Kathleen Cosby joins us to talk about working at Pixar and on Monsters University. And lastly Ricky offers his spoiler-free review of Monsters University. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/428E3 2013 Disney Wrap-Up including Kingdom Hearts 3, Disney Infinity and more, plus an interview with Pixar's Kathleen Cosby and a spoiler-free review of Monsters University. We take you to E3 2013 in Los Angeles with the latest on Disney's upcoming video games including Disney Infinity, Fantasia: Music Evolved, Castle of Illusion, DuckTales: Remastered, Kingdom Hearts 3, and Star Wars Battlefront. Then Pixar's Kathleen Cosby joins us to talk about working at Pixar and on Monsters University. And lastly Ricky offers his spoiler-free review of Monsters University.01:09:20Sun, 16 Jun 2013 19:53:48 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms427.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms427.mp3Leading up to E3, this week includes a variety of video game news from Disney Interactive. Then we speak with chefs from France at Epcot and the California Grill at Disney's Contemporary Resort about new and upcoming food offerings. And the show is rounded out with a marathon of Listener Feedback, catching up on weeks of your questions and comments. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/427Disney Interactive E3 preview, chef interviews from France at Epcot and the Contemporary Grill, plus lots of Listener Feedback.Leading up to E3, this week includes a variety of video game news from Disney Interactive. Then we speak with chefs from France at Epcot and the California Grill at Disney's Contemporary Resort about new and upcoming food offerings. And the show is rounded out with a marathon of Listener Feedback, catching up on weeks of your questions and comments.01:04:40Sun, 09 Jun 2013 02:13:09 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms426.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms426.mp3The Simpsons Fast Food Boulevard and Transformers: The Ride 3D open at Universal Orlando, plus new interactive experiences coming from Walt Disney World, Halloween Horror Nights, and more exciting news. Then Ursula voice Pat Carroll joins the show to discuss her long career as the famous sea witch from The Little Mermaid. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/426Interview with Ursula voice Pat Carroll, plus Universal Orlando opens Simpsons Fast Food Boulevard with Moe's Tavern, Krusty Burger and Transformers: The Ride 3D.The Simpsons Fast Food Boulevard and Transformers: The Ride 3D open at Universal Orlando, plus new interactive experiences coming from Walt Disney World, Halloween Horror Nights, and more exciting news. Then Ursula voice Pat Carroll joins the show to discuss her long career as the famous sea witch from The Little Mermaid.01:20:34Sun, 02 Jun 2013 15:48:00 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms425.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms425.mp3A huge theme park week includes the debut of Mickey and the Magical Map at Disneyland and the grand opening of Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin at SeaWorld Orlando both with reviews and interviews, plus The Simpsons expansion of Springfield street announced for Universal Orlando, and much more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/425Mickey and the Magical Map debut at Disneyland, Antarctica grand opening at SeaWorld Orlando, The Simpsons Springfield street announced for Universal Orlando, and more.A huge theme park week includes the debut of Mickey and the Magical Map at Disneyland and the grand opening of Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin at SeaWorld Orlando both with reviews and interviews, plus The Simpsons expansion of Springfield street announced for Universal Orlando, and much more.01:15:15Sun, 26 May 2013 23:58:35 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms424.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms424.mp3There's a monstrous amount of news this week leading up to the upcoming Memorial Day Weekend including news from Disney's All-Nighter, Transformers at Universal Orlando, Antarctica at SeaWorld Orlando, Halloween conventions, and a surprise from D23. Then we feature two delightfully entertaining interviews, first with Imagineer Mark Schirmer from Hong Kong Disneyland about Mystic Manor and Mystic Point, then with hilarious actor Jim Cummings, voice of Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Darkwing Duck, and so many more animated characters including Hondo Ohnaka of The Clone Wars. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/424Mystic Manor grand opening interview with Imagineer Mark Schirmer, a hilariously good time with voice actor Jim Cummings, and a monstrous amount of news from Disney, Universal, SeaWorld and beyond.There's a monstrous amount of news this week leading up to the upcoming Memorial Day Weekend including news from Disney's All-Nighter, Transformers at Universal Orlando, Antarctica at SeaWorld Orlando, Halloween conventions, and a surprise from D23. Then we feature two delightfully entertaining interviews, first with Imagineer Mark Schirmer from Hong Kong Disneyland about Mystic Manor and Mystic Point, then with hilarious actor Jim Cummings, voice of Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Darkwing Duck, and so many more animated characters including Hondo Ohnaka of The Clone Wars.01:27:38Sun, 19 May 2013 16:17:06 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms423.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms423.mp3Another big week includes the exciting announcement of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley expansion, where we discover new details in an interview with Universal Creative Senior Vice President Thierry Coup. Not leaving Disney's ongoing projects out, we go behind the scenes with Imagineers for a construction tour of the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and Princess Fairytale Hall. Plus, Merida becomes the 11th Disney Princess in a grand royal coronation ceremony at the Magic Kingdom. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/423Merida's coronation as a Disney Princess, Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley details from Universal executive creative director Thierry Coup, and a construction tour of the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and Princess Fairytale Hall with Disney's Imagineers.Another big week includes the exciting announcement of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley expansion, where we discover new details in an interview with Universal Creative Senior Vice President Thierry Coup. Not leaving Disney's ongoing projects out, we go behind the scenes with Imagineers for a construction tour of the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and Princess Fairytale Hall. Plus, Merida becomes the 11th Disney Princess in a grand royal coronation ceremony at the Magic Kingdom.01:08:11Sun, 12 May 2013 18:11:16 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms422.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms422.mp3Limited Time Magic goes big with a Star Wars Day celebration that includes impressive Symphony in the Stars fireworks at Disney's Hollywood Studios. We also learn more about what's in store for Star Wars Weekends from Disney's Gary Buchanan and the story behind Limited Time Magic from Carter Schultz, Program Management Director, Global Content Development at Walt Disney World. Plus, Ricky reviews Iron Man 3. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/422May the 4th fireworks, Star Wars Weekends preview with Disney's Gary Buchanan, Limited Time Magic details with Disney's Carter Schultz, and an Iron Man 3 review.Limited Time Magic goes big with a Star Wars Day celebration that includes impressive Symphony in the Stars fireworks at Disney's Hollywood Studios. We also learn more about what's in store for Star Wars Weekends from Disney's Gary Buchanan and the story behind Limited Time Magic from Carter Schultz, Program Management Director, Global Content Development at Walt Disney World. Plus, Ricky reviews Iron Man 3.01:11:42Sun, 05 May 2013 20:37:16 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms421.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms421.mp3It's a monstrous show following Disney's Monstrous Summer press event with announcements reaching far beyond the theme parks. This week's news includes a new parade for the Magic Kingdom, upcoming exciting Limited Time Magic parties, and new details from New Fantasyland. Topping it all off is the full reveal of the Disney Magic major makeover including a thrilling addition called the AquaDunk. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/421Monstrous Summer extravaganza including a new Magic Kingdom parade, Limited Time Magic parties, and a major makeover for the Disney Magic, all with interviews and surprise guests.It's a monstrous show following Disney's Monstrous Summer press event with announcements reaching far beyond the theme parks. This week's news includes a new parade for the Magic Kingdom, upcoming exciting Limited Time Magic parties, and new details from New Fantasyland. Topping it all off is the full reveal of the Disney Magic major makeover including a thrilling addition called the AquaDunk.01:09:03Sun, 28 Apr 2013 23:50:38 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms420.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms420.mp3Mystic Manor materializes at Hong Kong Disneyland among other exciting theme park, video game, and movie news. Then Cast Corner returns to the show along with a Roger Rabbit giveaway. And we're joined by Super 78 Studios president Brent Young to discuss SpongeBob SquarePants 4D - The Great Jelly Rescue at Nick Hotel. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/420Mystic Manor, Roger Rabbit Blu-ray contest, Cast Corner, and an interview with Brent Young of Super 78 Studios about SpongeBob SquarePants 4D - The Great Jelly Rescue.Mystic Manor materializes at Hong Kong Disneyland among other exciting theme park, video game, and movie news. Then Cast Corner returns to the show along with a Roger Rabbit giveaway. And we're joined by Super 78 Studios president Brent Young to discuss SpongeBob SquarePants 4D - The Great Jelly Rescue at Nick Hotel.01:03:47Sun, 21 Apr 2013 21:28:46 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms419.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms419.mp3It's our 8th anniversary! Following updates from Disney parks around the world, we welcome back a few familiar Inside the Magic voices to discuss Disney past and future. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/4198th anniversary of the Inside the Magic podcast featuring voices from the show's past with a bit of news and comedy too.It's our 8th anniversary! Following updates from Disney parks around the world, we welcome back a few familiar Inside the Magic voices to discuss Disney past and future.01:06:14Sun, 14 Apr 2013 22:04:01 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms418.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms418.mp3Surprise news this week includes the announcement of the sequel to Finding Nemo called Finding Dory as well as the closure of LucasArts. We discuss Pixar's use of sequels versus original stories with TJ and Julie from Pixar Post, then wrap up the show with your questions and comments in Listener Feedback. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/418Finding Dory discussion with TJ and Julie from Pixar Post, LucasArts closure, and much more.Surprise news this week includes the announcement of the sequel to Finding Nemo called Finding Dory as well as the closure of LucasArts. We discuss Pixar's use of sequels versus original stories with TJ and Julie from Pixar Post, then wrap up the show with your questions and comments in Listener Feedback.01:00:34Sun, 07 Apr 2013 01:30:57 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms417.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms417.mp3We learn the exciting details of DuckTales Remastered from its producer Rey Jimenez as Capcom remakes the classic 1989 Nintendo game. Roger Rabbit returns to Disneyland with the Dapper Dans in some extra Easter time fun. Plus Marvel is making its way into the parks with an upcoming Iron Man Innoventions exhibit and much more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/417DuckTales Remastered interview with Capcom producer Rey Jimenez, Roger Rabbit does the bunny hop at Disneyland, and "Iron Man 3" brings Marvel's biggest presence yet at a Disney theme park.We learn the exciting details of DuckTales Remastered from its producer Rey Jimenez as Capcom remakes the classic 1989 Nintendo game. Roger Rabbit returns to Disneyland with the Dapper Dans in some extra Easter time fun. Plus Marvel is making its way into the parks with an upcoming Iron Man Innoventions exhibit and much more.01:10:15Sun, 31 Mar 2013 17:19:29 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms416.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms416.mp3Ricky reviews the best of the new food offerings at the 2013 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival. Then we're joined by artists James Silvani and Amy Mebberson along with Julio Rodriguez from Acme Archives to discuss the past and future of Disney artwork. Plus, an update on MyMagic+, LEGOLAND Florida announces an expansion, and much more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/416MyMagic+ update, 2013 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival food review, interview with Disney artists James Silvani and Amy Mebberson and Julio Rodriguez from Acme ArchivesRicky reviews the best of the new food offerings at the 2013 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival. Then we're joined by artists James Silvani and Amy Mebberson along with Julio Rodriguez from Acme Archives to discuss the past and future of Disney artwork. Plus, an update on MyMagic+, LEGOLAND Florida announces an expansion, and much more.Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:39:05 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms415.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms415.mp3Downtown Disney announced to transform into Disney Springs and we have the details direct from Imagineer Kathy Mangum, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs, and an exclusive interview with Executive Creative Director Theron Skees. Plus, Disney debuts new Mickey Mouse shorts, cancels The Clone Wars, and reveals more theme park surprises. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/415Disney Springs overview with Executive Creative Director Theron Skees, Imagineer Kathy Mangum, and Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs. Downtown Disney announced to transform into Disney Springs and we have the details direct from Imagineer Kathy Mangum, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs, and an exclusive interview with Executive Creative Director Theron Skees. Plus, Disney debuts new Mickey Mouse shorts, cancels The Clone Wars, and reveals more theme park surprises. 01:11:14Sun, 17 Mar 2013 23:24:15 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms414.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms414.mp3Fantasy Faire debuts at Disneyland including interviews with Imagineer Michel Den Dulk and Sous Chef Ralph Perez and the full new Rapunzel storytelling show in the Royal Theatre. Plus a review of Oz the Great and Powerful and a summary of the 2013 Walt Disney Company shareholders meeting. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/414Fantasy Faire debut with interviews, performances, and more. Also, an Oz the Great and Powerful movie review, Tangled rest area at the Magic Kingdom, and more. Fantasy Faire debuts at Disneyland including interviews with Imagineer Michel Den Dulk and Sous Chef Ralph Perez and the full new Rapunzel storytelling show in the Royal Theatre. Plus a review of Oz the Great and Powerful and a summary of the 2013 Walt Disney Company shareholders meeting. 01:33:52Sun, 10 Mar 2013 17:44:53 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms413.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms413.mp3Lots of overseas news including a Ratatouille ride announcement, Marvel themed area, and D23 Expo Japan. Then Ricky reviews Wreck-It Ralph on Blu-ray 3D. Finally Skipper Ben joins the show as we create the Great Movie Remake featuring ideas to update the classic Great Movie Ride at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/413Announcements of a Ratatouille ride, Marvel land, and D23 Expo Japan, plus a Wreck-It Ralph Blu-ray review, and the Great Movie Remake.Lots of overseas news including a Ratatouille ride announcement, Marvel themed area, and D23 Expo Japan. Then Ricky reviews Wreck-It Ralph on Blu-ray 3D. Finally Skipper Ben joins the show as we create the Great Movie Remake featuring ideas to update the classic Great Movie Ride at Disney's Hollywood Studios.01:28:55Sun, 03 Mar 2013 18:09:52 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms412.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms412.mp3We travel to Antarctica by way of SeaWorld Orlando for a behind-the-scenes construction tour to learn more about their new realm and Empire of the Penguin ride. Then we head to Toy Fair 2013 in New York to get hands-on with upcoming Disney products from Mattel, Square-Enix, and Hasbro. Plus we have a Limited Time Magic preview of the Dapper Dans singing boy band songs. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/412Antarctica construction tour at SeaWorld Orlando, more Disney products from Toy Fair 2013, and Dapper Dans sing boy band hits for Limited Time Magic. We travel to Antarctica by way of SeaWorld Orlando for a behind-the-scenes construction tour to learn more about their new realm and Empire of the Penguin ride. Then we head to Toy Fair 2013 in New York to get hands-on with upcoming Disney products from Mattel, Square-Enix, and Hasbro. Plus we have a Limited Time Magic preview of the Dapper Dans singing boy band songs. 01:15:12Sun, 24 Feb 2013 13:23:29 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms411.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms411.mp3Monsters take over this week's show with a Blu-ray review of Monsters Inc 3D followed by a visit to Toy Fair in New York featuring a Monsters University presentation and marching band, interviews with voice star John Goodman, director Dan Scanlon, and producer Kori Rae as well as toy demonstrations from Spin Master and Fisher-Price. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/411Monsters Inc 3D Blu-ray review, Monsters University at Toy Fair 2013 with John Goodman, director, and toy demos. Monsters take over this week's show with a Blu-ray review of Monsters Inc 3D followed by a visit to Toy Fair in New York featuring a Monsters University presentation and marching band, interviews with voice star John Goodman, director Dan Scanlon, and producer Kori Rae as well as toy demonstrations from Spin Master and Fisher-Price. 01:22:21Sun, 17 Feb 2013 22:17:42 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms410.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms410.mp3A slow news week lets us take a closer look at other entertainment including a review of Peter Pan Diamond Edition Blu-ray. We also take a tour of the new Universal Orlando entertainment exhibit at the Orange County Regional History Center with TJ Mannarino, Director of Art and Design. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/410Universal Orlando exhibit tour with Director of Art and Design TJ Mannarino, review of Peter Pan Diamond Edition Blu-ray, and Listener Feedback. A slow news week lets us take a closer look at other entertainment including a review of Peter Pan Diamond Edition Blu-ray. We also take a tour of the new Universal Orlando entertainment exhibit at the Orange County Regional History Center with TJ Mannarino, Director of Art and Design. 01:10:24Sun, 10 Feb 2013 18:20:05 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms409.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms409.mp3Surprising Disney news includes Tony Baxter stepping down from his Walt Disney Imagineering role, the ending of Junction Point Software and the Epic Mickey video game series, and Disney CEO Bob Iger's scathing reply to Congressman Markey's MagicBand privacy concerns - plus plenty of movie news. Then we offer up a few Epic Mickey prizes in a new contest. Finally, we tour the still under construction Fantasy Faire with Imagineers Michel Den Dulk and Christopher Utley, plus interviews with Disneyland chefs and more information about the upcoming Mickey and the Magical Map show from Michael Jung, Vice President of Theatrical Development. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/409Tony Baxter steps down as full time Imagineer, Epic Mickey ends as Disney closes Junction Point, Bob Iger sternly replies to Congressman Markey. Then we take a construction tour of Fantasy Faire with Imagineers and chefs. Plus an Epic Mickey contest!Surprising Disney news includes Tony Baxter stepping down from his Walt Disney Imagineering role, the ending of Junction Point Software and the Epic Mickey video game series, and Disney CEO Bob Iger's scathing reply to Congressman Markey's MagicBand privacy concerns - plus plenty of movie news. Then we offer up a few Epic Mickey prizes in a new contest. Finally, we tour the still under construction Fantasy Faire with Imagineers Michel Den Dulk and Christopher Utley, plus interviews with Disneyland chefs and more information about the upcoming Mickey and the Magical Map show from Michael Jung, Vice President of Theatrical Development.01:26:53Mon, 04 Feb 2013 01:29:58 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms408.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms408.mp3Big news from Walt Disney World and Disneyland includes multiple new interactive experiences on the way, food and drinks added to the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival, and much more. We also take a look back at Long Lost Friends week, part of Limited Time Magic at the Magic Kingdom. Then Skipper Ben joins in a discussion of Star Wars as J.J. Abrams is officially named director of Episode VII. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/408New interactive experiences for Walt Disney World and Disneyland, Long Lost Friends week, and Star Wars: Episode VII discussion.Big news from Walt Disney World and Disneyland includes multiple new interactive experiences on the way, food and drinks added to the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival, and much more. We also take a look back at Long Lost Friends week, part of Limited Time Magic at the Magic Kingdom. Then Skipper Ben joins in a discussion of Star Wars as J.J. Abrams is officially named director of Episode VII.01:08:22Sun, 27 Jan 2013 20:22:39 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms407.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms407.mp3Limited Time Magic gets interesting at Walt Disney World with rare characters, Pirates of the Caribbean 5 is announced with more movies from Walt Disney Studios, and we offer an in-depth first look at Disney Infinity, the expansive video game from Disney Interactive coming out in June 2013, including thoughts from John Lasseter plus interviews with several of its developers from Avalanche Software. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/407Exciting Disney movie and Limited Time Magic announcements, in-depth first look at Disney Infinity including words from John Lasseter and game developers.Limited Time Magic gets interesting at Walt Disney World with rare characters, Pirates of the Caribbean 5 is announced with more movies from Walt Disney Studios, and we offer an in-depth first look at Disney Infinity, the expansive video game from Disney Interactive coming out in June 2013, including thoughts from John Lasseter plus interviews with several of its developers from Avalanche Software. 01:18:12Sun, 20 Jan 2013 18:25:45 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms406.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms406.mp3Big news this week includes details of Walt Disney World's announcement of MyMagic+ and the upcoming MagicBand as well as changes in leadership at Disney Parks on both United States coasts. Ricky reviews Frankenweenie on Blu-ray 3D. Then Jeremiah Daws takes us to Frontierland at Disneyland for the Golden Horseshoe Revue salute, part of Limited Time Magic. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/406MyMagic+ and MagicBand details, Disney Parks leadership changes, Frankenweenie Blu-ray review, and the Golden Horseshoe Revue salute at Disneyland.Big news this week includes details of Walt Disney World's announcement of MyMagic+ and the upcoming MagicBand as well as changes in leadership at Disney Parks on both United States coasts. Ricky reviews Frankenweenie on Blu-ray 3D. Then Jeremiah Daws takes us to Frontierland at Disneyland for the Golden Horseshoe Revue salute, part of Limited Time Magic.01:16:54Sun, 13 Jan 2013 00:59:02 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms405.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms405.mp3It's our BIG Ear in Review show for 2012 as Ricky is joined by Paul Barrie from Window to the Magic to recap and discuss everything that happened in the world of Disney from the past year, along with a few other major theme park happenings. Topics include Cars Land, Buena Vista Street, Disney Fantasy, New Fantasyland, Lucasfilm and much, much more. This podcast just got yappier! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/405Ear in Review 2012 with Paul Barrie and Ricky BriganteIt's our BIG Ear in Review show for 2012 as Ricky is joined by Paul Barrie from Window to the Magic to recap and discuss everything that happened in the world of Disney from the past year, along with a few other major theme park happenings. Topics include Cars Land, Buena Vista Street, Disney Fantasy, New Fantasyland, Lucasfilm and much, much more. This podcast just got yappier!05:23:47Sun, 06 Jan 2013 00:37:26 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms404.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms404.mp3Limited Time Magic begins at Walt Disney World this week as we prepare for 52 weeks of experiences throughout 2013. Skipper Ben joins Ricky to discuss our own New Year's resolutions, picking out experiences we've never done but need to do throughout Walt Disney World. Then we catch up on Listener Feedback to begin the new year with a clean slate. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/404Limited Time Magic begins, Skipper Ben and Ricky's Disney New Year's Resolutions, and Listener Feedback catch-up to round out 2012.Limited Time Magic begins at Walt Disney World this week as we prepare for 52 weeks of experiences throughout 2013. Skipper Ben joins Ricky to discuss our own New Year's resolutions, picking out experiences we've never done but need to do throughout Walt Disney World. Then we catch up on Listener Feedback to begin the new year with a clean slate.01:13:23Sun, 30 Dec 2012 20:12:30 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms403.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms403.mp3This special Christmas Eve edition of Inside the Magic features the Dapper Dans singing a pair of holiday songs on Main Street USA at the Magic Kingdom as well as an exclusive interview with the Grinch himself at Universal Orlando. But before all that, we head back into New Fantasyland to talk to Imagineers and project managers about the Magic Kingdom expansion, The Little Mermaid ride, and Storybook Circus. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/403Christmas fun with the Dapper Dans and the Grinch, New Fantasyland and Storybook Circus interviews with Imagineers.This special Christmas Eve edition of Inside the Magic features the Dapper Dans singing a pair of holiday songs on Main Street USA at the Magic Kingdom as well as an exclusive interview with the Grinch himself at Universal Orlando. But before all that, we head back into New Fantasyland to talk to Imagineers and project managers about the Magic Kingdom expansion, The Little Mermaid ride, and Storybook Circus. 00:56:35Mon, 24 Dec 2012 01:25:25 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms402.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms402.mp3The new My Disney Experience web site offers extensive details about the new FastPass+ system debuting soon at Walt Disney World. Then we take a closer look at the newly updated Test Track at Epcot featuring an interview with Imagineer David Hardiman, Ricky's on-ride narration, and a custom audio version we've created for the ride called Tron Track. We also preview the new Senses spa at the Grand Floridian with spa director Ginger McLean and take you inside Splitsville at Downtown Disney with co-founder Mark Gibson. Plus - another contest! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/402Full FastPass+ and My Disney Experience details, making-of the new Test Track with Imagineer David Hardiman, a Tron Track audio overlay, plus previews, interviews, and reviews for the new Senses spa at the Grand Floridian and Splitsville at Downtown Disney. And a contest!The new My Disney Experience web site offers extensive details about the new FastPass+ system debuting soon at Walt Disney World. Then we take a closer look at the newly updated Test Track at Epcot featuring an interview with Imagineer David Hardiman, Ricky's on-ride narration, and a custom audio version we've created for the ride called Tron Track. We also preview the new Senses spa at the Grand Floridian with spa director Ginger McLean and take you inside Splitsville at Downtown Disney with co-founder Mark Gibson. Plus - another contest!01:21:49Sun, 16 Dec 2012 18:31:51 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms401.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms401.mp3All eyes are on Walt Disney World this week with the grand opening of New Fantasyland! Included in the excitement is a flying dragon sighting over the Magic Kingdom, the ribbon cutting and musical opening ceremony for New Fantasyland featuring actress Ginnifer Goodwin and singer Jordin Sparks as well as interviews with those two plus Ariel's voice Jodi Benson, Belle's voice Paige O'Hara, and Magic Kingdom vice president Phil Holmes. Plus we share additional details on the future of New Fantasyland - the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train - and announce the winners of last week's Epic Mickey contest as well as announce a new contest for this week! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/401New Fantasyland musical grand opening, plus an interview with Magic Kingdom vice president Phil Holmes and thoughts on the expansion from Jodi Benson, Paige O'Hara, Ginnifer Goodwin, and Jordin Sparks - and a flying dragon sighting!All eyes are on Walt Disney World this week with the grand opening of New Fantasyland! Included in the excitement is a flying dragon sighting over the Magic Kingdom, the ribbon cutting and musical opening ceremony for New Fantasyland featuring actress Ginnifer Goodwin and singer Jordin Sparks as well as interviews with those two plus Ariel's voice Jodi Benson, Belle's voice Paige O'Hara, and Magic Kingdom vice president Phil Holmes. Plus we share additional details on the future of New Fantasyland - the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train - and announce the winners of last week's Epic Mickey contest as well as announce a new contest for this week!01:13:42Sun, 09 Dec 2012 20:31:32 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms400.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms400.mp3We're celebrating Show 400 with a contest giving away copies of Epic Mickey 2 and Oswald ear hats! Then we enter the futuristic computer world of the new Test Track at Epcot including a full binaural ride as well as descriptions and opinions of the whole experience, from pre-show to designing vehicles to the ride itself. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/400Show 400 celebration with an EPIC contest you should keep your EARS open for. Plus a full ride on the new Test Track 2.0 as well as a full report and review.We're celebrating Show 400 with a contest giving away copies of Epic Mickey 2 and Oswald ear hats! Then we enter the futuristic computer world of the new Test Track at Epcot including a full binaural ride as well as descriptions and opinions of the whole experience, from pre-show to designing vehicles to the ride itself.01:09:08Mon, 03 Dec 2012 03:09:46 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms399.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms399.mp3This week we take an in-depth look at the new Be Our Guest restaurant in New Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom featuring interviews with Imagineer and creative director Chris Beatty about its design and Chef Michael Deardorff about its menu. Also, Ricky offers a complete review of the experience, from the decor to the dinner menu all the way through its exquisite desserts. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/399Be Our Guest restaurant unveiled including interviews with Imagineer Chris Beatty and Chef Michael Deardorff as well as a full food review.This week we take an in-depth look at the new Be Our Guest restaurant in New Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom featuring interviews with Imagineer and creative director Chris Beatty about its design and Chef Michael Deardorff about its menu. Also, Ricky offers a complete review of the experience, from the decor to the dinner menu all the way through its exquisite desserts. 01:37:43Sun, 25 Nov 2012 22:15:31 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms398.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms398.mp3News of upcoming Disney Parks projects includes New Fantasyland, Test Track, Starbucks on Main Street, and a trip to Oz. Then we explore the high seas in The Legend of Captain Jack Sparrow, the newly opened multi-sensory experience at Disney's Hollywood Studios, followed by the new Cinderella Castle projection show called Celebrate the Magic. Ricky also speaks with Brian Morrow, creative director at SeaWorld Orlando, about the newly-revealed trackless ride system for Empire of the Penguin, their upcoming Antarctica attraction. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/398New Fantasyland anticipation, debut of The Legend of Captain Jack Sparrow experience and Celebrate the Magic projection show, interview with SeaWorld Orlando creative director Brian Morrow about Empire of the Penguin.News of upcoming Disney Parks projects includes New Fantasyland, Test Track, Starbucks on Main Street, and a trip to Oz. Then we explore the high seas in The Legend of Captain Jack Sparrow, the newly opened multi-sensory experience at Disney's Hollywood Studios, followed by the new Cinderella Castle projection show called Celebrate the Magic. Ricky also speaks with Brian Morrow, creative director at SeaWorld Orlando, about the newly-revealed trackless ride system for Empire of the Penguin, their upcoming Antarctica attraction.01:25:16Mon, 19 Nov 2012 00:42:20 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms397.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms397.mp3Starbucks comes to Main Street, more Pirates of the Caribbean will soon open at Walt Disney World, and Walt Disney returns to Disneyland via movie magic, all part of this week's news. Then we are treated to a jazzy rendition of I See the Light from ITM listener and singer Chris Williams. Finally, we explore how the Epic Mickey franchise is more than just a video game, discussing its impact on Disney history with the game's creator Warren Spector and others, plus a walk around the Magic Kingdom and Disneyland including a tour of Walt's private apartment. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/397Starbucks on Main Street USA, Saving Mr. Banks filming, discussion of Epic Mickey's importance with Warren Spector and others, plus a visit to Walt's apartment.Starbucks comes to Main Street, more Pirates of the Caribbean will soon open at Walt Disney World, and Walt Disney returns to Disneyland via movie magic, all part of this week's news. Then we are treated to a jazzy rendition of I See the Light from ITM listener and singer Chris Williams. Finally, we explore how the Epic Mickey franchise is more than just a video game, discussing its impact on Disney history with the game's creator Warren Spector and others, plus a walk around the Magic Kingdom and Disneyland including a tour of Walt's private apartment.01:26:37Sun, 11 Nov 2012 14:02:13 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms396.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms396.mp3This week's HUGE news features Disney's purchase of Lucasfilm and all its properties, along with the announcement of more Star Wars films to come. We explore this topic and how it will affect theme parks, television, movies, and more, including thoughts from Disney CEO Bob Iger and Star Wars creator George Lucas. Then we head to Universal Orlando as they announce Transformers: The Ride 3D to open in Summer 2013, including an interview with the ride's executive creative director Thierry Coup. Finally, we chat with the Daws brothers about the creation of their latest short film Missing in the Mansion, set inside Disneyland. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/396Disney buys Lucasfilm, more Star Wars movies to be made, Transformers: The Ride 3D announced at Universal Orlando, Making of Missing in the Mansion with writer/directors Josh and Jeremiah Daws.This week's HUGE news features Disney's purchase of Lucasfilm and all its properties, along with the announcement of more Star Wars films to come. We explore this topic and how it will affect theme parks, television, movies, and more, including thoughts from Disney CEO Bob Iger and Star Wars creator George Lucas. Then we head to Universal Orlando as they announce Transformers: The Ride 3D to open in Summer 2013, including an interview with the ride's executive creative director Thierry Coup. Finally, we chat with the Daws brothers about the creation of their latest short film Missing in the Mansion, set inside Disneyland.01:29:06Sun, 04 Nov 2012 16:03:10 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms395.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms395.mp3Our annual Halloween episode takes on a twist this year as we're joined by two special guests to talk terrifying topics. Beyond the news and before listener feedback, Ricky chats with veteran actor John Kassir most notably known for being the voice of Cryptkeeper in Tales from the Crypt. Then we explore the topic of what it takes to create your own haunted attraction with Scott Simmons, creative director and co-founder of ScareHouse in Pittsburgh, PA. Then we conclude with our annual trip through a few Halloween Horror Nights haunted houses via binaural audio. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/395Halloween fun featuring killer conversations with Cryptkeeper voice John Kassir and ScareHouse haunted attraction creative director Scott Simmons.Our annual Halloween episode takes on a twist this year as we're joined by two special guests to talk terrifying topics. Beyond the news and before listener feedback, Ricky chats with veteran actor John Kassir most notably known for being the voice of Cryptkeeper in Tales from the Crypt. Then we explore the topic of what it takes to create your own haunted attraction with Scott Simmons, creative director and co-founder of ScareHouse in Pittsburgh, PA. Then we conclude with our annual trip through a few Halloween Horror Nights haunted houses via binaural audio.01:46:19Sun, 28 Oct 2012 13:10:57 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms394.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms394.mp3This week's show includes discussion of the newly-announced Limited Time Magic promotion that will bring 52 different experiences to Disney theme parks in 2013. Then Ricky reviews Wreck-It Ralph along with a report from the Disney Parks Blog meet-up. Plus, get the run-down of Halloween events at Disneyland, Universal Studios Hollywood, and more in California. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/394Limited Time Magic, Wreck-It Ralph meet-up and review, Disneyland Halloween Time, Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, and more.This week's show includes discussion of the newly-announced Limited Time Magic promotion that will bring 52 different experiences to Disney theme parks in 2013. Then Ricky reviews Wreck-It Ralph along with a report from the Disney Parks Blog meet-up. Plus, get the run-down of Halloween events at Disneyland, Universal Studios Hollywood, and more in California.01:17:16Sun, 21 Oct 2012 12:10:21 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms393.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms393.mp3New Fantasyland has been revealed! This week Ricky takes you on a journey through the new lands of Beauty and the Beast and The Little Mermaid as Walt Disney World began its dress rehearsals of the Magic Kingdom expansion. Topics include the Be Our Guest restaurant, Gaston's Tavern, Journey of the Little Mermaid ride, and even conversations with Gaston and Ariel. Plus, find out how and when New Fantasyland previews will be continue to be available before its December grand opening. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/393New Fantasyland unveiled including the Journey of the Little Mermaid ride and interactive queue, Gaston's Tavern, Be Our Guest restaurant preview, and more.New Fantasyland has been revealed! This week Ricky takes you on a journey through the new lands of Beauty and the Beast and The Little Mermaid as Walt Disney World began its dress rehearsals of the Magic Kingdom expansion. Topics include the Be Our Guest restaurant, Gaston's Tavern, Journey of the Little Mermaid ride, and even conversations with Gaston and Ariel. Plus, find out how and when New Fantasyland previews will be continue to be available before its December grand opening.01:25:48Tue, 16 Oct 2012 19:51:44 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms392.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms392.mp3As New Fantasyland previews approach, Walt Disney World wraps up Storybook Circus. After the news, Ricky reviews Frankenweenie, Tim Burton's best film since the '90s. Our coverage of Epcot's 30th anniversary continues with a summary of this week's park events as well as a song from Voices of Liberty. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/392Frankenweenie review, Voices of Liberty sing for Epcot's 30th anniversary, Lots of Listener Feedback.As New Fantasyland previews approach, Walt Disney World wraps up Storybook Circus. After the news, Ricky reviews Frankenweenie, Tim Burton's best film since the '90s. Our coverage of Epcot's 30th anniversary continues with a summary of this week's park events as well as a song from Voices of Liberty.1:02:29Sun, 07 Oct 2012 10:48:03 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms391.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms391.mp3News this week includes Frankenweenie Weekend at Downtown Disney with a first-ever appearance by Jack and Sally from The Nightmare Before Christmas. Then we help celebrate the 30th anniversary of Epcot with a report from D23's special event followed by interviews with Disney Legends and luminaries Howard Roland, Tom Nabbe, and Jim McCaskel, each of whom contributed uniquely to the creation of EPCOT Center. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/391Frankenweenie Weekend, D23's Epcot 30th Anniversary Celebration report, plus interviews with Howard Roland, Tom Nabbe, and Jim McCaskel.News this week includes Frankenweenie Weekend at Downtown Disney with a first-ever appearance by Jack and Sally from The Nightmare Before Christmas. Then we help celebrate the 30th anniversary of Epcot with a report from D23's special event followed by interviews with Disney Legends and luminaries Howard Roland, Tom Nabbe, and Jim McCaskel, each of whom contributed uniquely to the creation of EPCOT Center.01:34:29Mon, 01 Oct 2012 02:26:39 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms390.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms390.mp3Halloween season has begun! Ricky reviews the most major theme park events including Halloween Horror Nights 22 at Universal Orlando, Howl-O-Scream 13 at Busch Gardens Tampa, and Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World, including rankings of haunted houses, scares, shows, and much more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/390Halloween is here with event reviews and reports for Halloween Horror Nights 22, Howl-O-Scream 13, and Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.Halloween season has begun! Ricky reviews the most major theme park events including Halloween Horror Nights 22 at Universal Orlando, Howl-O-Scream 13 at Busch Gardens Tampa, and Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World, including rankings of haunted houses, scares, shows, and much more.01:12:23Tue, 25 Sep 2012 04:05:35 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms389.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms389.mp3Surprising news this week includes the Magic Kingdom set to serve alcohol for the first time and Oswald rabbit ears making their way to the parks soon. Then Ricky takes you on a sneak preview of the full New Fantasyland experience called Enchanted Tales with Belle, adding comments on the good and the bad of this unique attraction. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/389Be Our Guest to serve beer and wine, Oswald ears coming soon, and the full Enchanted Tales with Belle experience.Surprising news this week includes the Magic Kingdom set to serve alcohol for the first time and Oswald rabbit ears making their way to the parks soon. Then Ricky takes you on a sneak preview of the full New Fantasyland experience called Enchanted Tales with Belle, adding comments on the good and the bad of this unique attraction.01:13:16Mon, 17 Sep 2012 21:25:40 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms388.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms388.mp3New Fantasyland progress continues with exciting new details, while carefully-themed Buena Vista Street window displays become unfortunately ordinary. Then we ease into the Halloween season with a behind-the-scenes look at the makeup of Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood with creative director John Murdy and artist Larry Bones. Plus, Ricky answers many more of your questions and comments. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/388New Fantasyland update, Buena Vista Street downgrade, Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood makeup interviews, and Listener Feedback.New Fantasyland progress continues with exciting new details, while carefully-themed Buena Vista Street window displays become unfortunately ordinary. Then we ease into the Halloween season with a behind-the-scenes look at the makeup of Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood with creative director John Murdy and artist Larry Bones. Plus, Ricky answers many more of your questions and comments.01:16:26Sun, 09 Sep 2012 15:46:05 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms387.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms387.mp3Big news leads off the show from New Fantasyland previews to Halloween season approaching. Then Ricky presents a Blu-ray review roundup of recent releases from the Disney animated feature film catalog. Finally, we dive into responses from last week's Listener Feedback extravaganza and answer plenty of new questions too. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/387New Fantasyland and Halloween news, Blu-ray review roundup, Listener Feedback extravaganza responses.Big news leads off the show from New Fantasyland previews to Halloween season approaching. Then Ricky presents a Blu-ray review roundup of recent releases from the Disney animated feature film catalog. Finally, we dive into responses from last week's Listener Feedback extravaganza and answer plenty of new questions too.01:13:00Tue, 04 Sep 2012 00:53:32 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms386.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms386.mp3It's a listener feedback extravaganza! Following the news, Ricky answers all your questions, comments, and concerns about Disney theme parks, movies, television, and beyond. Topics include trip planning, Disney decline, Halloween, Christmas, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, and much more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/386Listener questions and comments take over this week as Ricky responds to the many e-mails sent in recent weeks.It's a listener feedback extravaganza! Following the news, Ricky answers all your questions, comments, and concerns about Disney theme parks, movies, television, and beyond. Topics include trip planning, Disney decline, Halloween, Christmas, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, and much more.01:20:11Sun, 26 Aug 2012 15:40:16 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms385.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms385.mp3Following New Fantasyland updates and other Disney news, Jeremiah Daws joins Ricky for an extensive panel-by-panel recap of Destination D: 75 Years of Disney Animated Features. Then we're joined by head of D23 Steven Clark for an interview about all things D23, looking at the fan club's past, present, and future including improvements planned for the 2013 D23 Expo. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/385New Fantasyland news, Destination D: 75 Years of Disney Animated Features recap, and an exclusive interview with head of D23 Steven Clark.Following New Fantasyland updates and other Disney news, Jeremiah Daws joins Ricky for an extensive panel-by-panel recap of Destination D: 75 Years of Disney Animated Features. Then we're joined by head of D23 Steven Clark for an interview about all things D23, looking at the fan club's past, present, and future including improvements planned for the 2013 D23 Expo.01:48:02Sun, 19 Aug 2012 15:39:43 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms384.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms384.mp3New Fantasyland opening dates have finally been revealed, as new exciting merchandise, special events, and research, all part of a big Disney news week. Then Skipper Ben chimes in with all the good and the bad of being a Disney Cast Member. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/384New Fantasyland opening dates, new Storybook Circus details, more custom figurines, and Skipper Ben's take on the good and bad of being a Disney Cast Member.New Fantasyland opening dates have finally been revealed, as new exciting merchandise, special events, and research, all part of a big Disney news week. Then Skipper Ben chimes in with all the good and the bad of being a Disney Cast Member.01:38:21Sun, 12 Aug 2012 13:53:09 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms383.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms383.mp3A busy news week includes Wi-Fi Internet access added to the Magic Kingdom with plans to expand, My Disney Experience app released, more NextGen project testing coming soon, Penn and Teller headed for Halloween Horror Nights, and details of Fantasy Faire at Disneyland. Then D23 creative consultant Tim O'Day joins us to discuss the upcoming event Destination D: 75 Years of Disney Animated Features at the Disneyland Hotel. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/383Wi-Fi Internet at Walt Disney World theme parks, My Disney Experience, more NextGen testing, and an interview with D23's Tim O'Day about Destination D: 75 Years of Disney Animated Features.A busy news week includes Wi-Fi Internet access added to the Magic Kingdom with plans to expand, My Disney Experience app released, more NextGen project testing coming soon, Penn and Teller headed for Halloween Horror Nights, and details of Fantasy Faire at Disneyland. Then D23 creative consultant Tim O'Day joins us to discuss the upcoming event Destination D: 75 Years of Disney Animated Features at the Disneyland Hotel.01:12:50Sun, 05 Aug 2012 15:47:29 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms382.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms382.mp3News this week includes expansions of Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom and the 2013 D23 Expo. Then after a year of absence from the show, Skipper Ben returns to chat with Ricky and catch up on all that's been going on in his life in recent months as well as his thoughts on the major theme park events that have happened since he's been away. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/382Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom, 2013 D23 Expo, movie and theme park rumors, and Skipper Ben returns.News this week includes expansions of Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom and the 2013 D23 Expo. Then after a year of absence from the show, Skipper Ben returns to chat with Ricky and catch up on all that's been going on in his life in recent months as well as his thoughts on the major theme park events that have happened since he's been away.01:06:10Sun, 29 Jul 2012 15:41:44 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms381.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms381.mp3This week we chat with Otto, Disneyland's new automated theme park telephone guide, to see how well it responds to questions. Then we're off to the Magic Kingdom for an update on the progress of the New Fantasyland expansion. Finally we step onto the Grid at San Diego Comic-Con to talk Tron: Uprising with stars Bruce Boxleitner and Tricia Helfer, writer-producers Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz, director Charlie Bean, and artists Robert Valley and Alberto Mielgo, along with a few words from star Elijah Wood. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/381Disneyland's automated theme park assistant Otto, New Fantasyland expansion update, interviews with the cast and crew of Tron: Uprising at the San Diego Comic-Con.This week we chat with Otto, Disneyland's new automated theme park telephone guide, to see how well it responds to questions. Then we're off to the Magic Kingdom for an update on the progress of the New Fantasyland expansion. Finally we step onto the Grid at San Diego Comic-Con to talk Tron: Uprising with stars Bruce Boxleitner and Tricia Helfer, writer-producers Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz, director Charlie Bean, and artists Robert Valley and Alberto Mielgo, along with a few words from star Elijah Wood.01:30:50Sun, 22 Jul 2012 01:22:56 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms380.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms380.mp3This ultimate Disney report from the 2012 San Diego Comic-Con begins with an interview with Frankenweenie producer Don Hahn followed by Walt Disney Studios presentation Q and A highlights with Frankenweenie director Tim Burton, Oz the Great and Powerful director Sam Raimi, and Wreck-It Ralph director Rich Moore with stars John C Reilly and Sarah Silverman - plus a description of the world's first look at footage from The Lone Ranger. Then we go day-by-day through Comic-Con focusing on more Disney topics (and a few others) including Tron: Uprising and Epic Mickey 2. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/380San Diego Comic-Con 2012 wrap-up, with everything Disney from the show including Frankenweenie, Oz the Great and Powerful, Wreck-It Ralph, The Lone Ranger, Tron: Uprising, Epic Mickey 2, costumes, and more.This ultimate Disney report from the 2012 San Diego Comic-Con begins with an interview with Frankenweenie producer Don Hahn followed by Walt Disney Studios presentation Q and A highlights with Frankenweenie director Tim Burton, Oz the Great and Powerful director Sam Raimi, and Wreck-It Ralph director Rich Moore with stars John C Reilly and Sarah Silverman - plus a description of the world's first look at footage from The Lone Ranger. Then we go day-by-day through Comic-Con focusing on more Disney topics (and a few others) including Tron: Uprising and Epic Mickey 2.01:34:33Wed, 18 Jul 2012 02:40:55 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms379.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms379.mp3Take a trip through the rabbit hole to explore the Mad T Party, including an interview with Disneyland entertainment show director Robin Trowbridge discussing why it replaced ElecTRONica and future plans. Then rounding out coverage of the recently-upgraded Disney California Adventure, we chat with Imagineer Tom Fitzgerald, Disneyland president George Kalogridis, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs, and Meg Crofton, President of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Operations, US and France. Finally we end up at Universal Orlando for the grand opening of Despicable Me Minion Mayhem featuring interviews with executive producer Mike West, director Chris Bailey, and actress Miranda Cosgrove. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/379Mad T Party review and interview with show director Robin Trowbridge, Disney California Adventure wrap-up chats with Tom Fitzgerald, George Kalogridis, Tom Staggs, and Meg Crofton, plus Universal Orlando's grand opening of Despicable Me Minion Mayhem with Mike West, Chris Bailey, and actress Miranda Cosgrove.Take a trip through the rabbit hole to explore the Mad T Party, including an interview with Disneyland entertainment show director Robin Trowbridge discussing why it replaced ElecTRONica and future plans. Then rounding out coverage of the recently-upgraded Disney California Adventure, we chat with Imagineer Tom Fitzgerald, Disneyland president George Kalogridis, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs, and Meg Crofton, President of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Operations, US and France. Finally we end up at Universal Orlando for the grand opening of Despicable Me Minion Mayhem featuring interviews with executive producer Mike West, director Chris Bailey, and actress Miranda Cosgrove.01:19:22Sat, 07 Jul 2012 23:37:25 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms378.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms378.mp3Buena Vista Street is the headlining topic this week as we take a tour of the new entrance area of Disney California Adventure from the Red Car Trolley to the Carthay Circle Theatre and Restaurant, stopping at all the stores, eateries, and taking in the details along the way. Also included are the sounds of Five and Dime and the Red Car News Boys as well as insight from the Imagineers who created it all. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/378In-depth on Buena Vista Street stores, restaurants, details with Imagineer interviews, performances, food reviews, and more.Buena Vista Street is the headlining topic this week as we take a tour of the new entrance area of Disney California Adventure from the Red Car Trolley to the Carthay Circle Theatre and Restaurant, stopping at all the stores, eateries, and taking in the details along the way. Also included are the sounds of Five and Dime and the Red Car News Boys as well as insight from the Imagineers who created it all.02:07:29Sun, 01 Jul 2012 16:41:22 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms377.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms377.mp3Cars Land: Part 2 takes us on a trip down Route 66 and through Radiator Springs at the Disneyland Resort with detailed reports of Mater's Junkyard Jamboree, Luigi's Flying Tires, Flo's V8 Cafe, the Cozy Cone Motel, and all of the shops and details along the way with more Imagineer and executive interviews. Plus, this week's show includes reviews of the newly-opened Cars wing at Disney's Art of Animation Resort in Walt Disney World and Disney/Pixar's new film "Brave" as well as an interview with D23's Billy Stanek and Steven Vagnini of the Walt Disney Archives just after the conclusion of the Fanniversary event at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/377Cars Land: Part 2 - Mater's Junkyard Jamboree, Luigi's Flying Tires, food reviews of Flo's V8 Cafe and the Cozy Cone Motel. Plus D23/Archives Fanniversary interview, reviews of Disney/Pixar's "Brave" and the Cars wing of Disney's Art of Animation Resort.Cars Land: Part 2 takes us on a trip down Route 66 and through Radiator Springs at the Disneyland Resort with detailed reports of Mater's Junkyard Jamboree, Luigi's Flying Tires, Flo's V8 Cafe, the Cozy Cone Motel, and all of the shops and details along the way with more Imagineer and executive interviews. Plus, this week's show includes reviews of the newly-opened Cars wing at Disney's Art of Animation Resort in Walt Disney World and Disney/Pixar's new film "Brave" as well as an interview with D23's Billy Stanek and Steven Vagnini of the Walt Disney Archives just after the conclusion of the Fanniversary event at Disney's Hollywood Studios.02:06:22Sun, 24 Jun 2012 16:09:33 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms376.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms376.mp3It's the Cars Land grand opening extravaganza from Disney California Adventure, part 1, in which we talk to Imagineers, Disneyland executives, and voice stars of Cars on the red carpet, bringing you to the opening ceremony and into Radiator Springs to talk about its creation and its biggest and best attraction, Radiator Springs Racers, including an on-ride interview. Notable names appearing on this episode include Imagineers Bob Weis, Kevin Raffery, Kathy Mangum, and Tom Morris, Disneyland president George Kalogridis, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts chairman Tom Staggs, and Cars creator and director John Lasseter, as well as actors John Ratzenberger, Larry the Cable Guy, and Jenifer Lewis. In addition to all the Cars Land excitement, other topics include Disneyland's new Glow with the Show mouse ears, newly opened areas of Storybook Circus and Disney's Art of Animation Resort in Orlando, and much more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/376Inside Cars Land, Part 1 - Red carpet interviews, grand opening moments, expansion overview, and in-depth on Radiator Springs Racers.It's the Cars Land grand opening extravaganza from Disney California Adventure, part 1, in which we talk to Imagineers, Disneyland executives, and voice stars of Cars on the red carpet, bringing you to the opening ceremony and into Radiator Springs to talk about its creation and its biggest and best attraction, Radiator Springs Racers, including an on-ride interview. Notable names appearing on this episode include Imagineers Bob Weis, Kevin Raffery, Kathy Mangum, and Tom Morris, Disneyland president George Kalogridis, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts chairman Tom Staggs, and Cars creator and director John Lasseter, as well as actors John Ratzenberger, Larry the Cable Guy, and Jenifer Lewis. In addition to all the Cars Land excitement, other topics include Disneyland's new Glow with the Show mouse ears, newly opened areas of Storybook Circus and Disney's Art of Animation Resort in Orlando, and much more.01:52:34Tue, 19 Jun 2012 01:37:54 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms375.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms375.mp3We begin with a spoiler-free preview report from Cars Land leading up to the coming grand opening at Disney California Adventure. Then we dive into the video game world of E3, discussing Disney's details about Wreck-It Ralph and Epic Mickey 2. Ricky reviews the new John Carter Blu-ray release and then chats with the director and producer of Bible Storyland - The Movie about a religious theme park that never was, but was designed by Disney artists to rival Disneyland itself. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/375Cars Land spoiler-free preview, E3 news, John Carter Blu-ray review, and Bible Storyland - The Movie interview.We begin with a spoiler-free preview report from Cars Land leading up to the coming grand opening at Disney California Adventure. Then we dive into the video game world of E3, discussing Disney's details about Wreck-It Ralph and Epic Mickey 2. Ricky reviews the new John Carter Blu-ray release and then chats with the director and producer of Bible Storyland - The Movie about a religious theme park that never was, but was designed by Disney artists to rival Disneyland itself.01:24:47Sun, 10 Jun 2012 16:13:11 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms374.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms374.mp3After taking one last ride on Snow White's Scary Adventures as it permanently closes at Walt Disney World, we head to Disney's Art of Animation Resort for the grand opening celebration, including live music, several Walt Disney Imagineer interviews revealing details from the creation of its lobby, Big Blue Pool, Ink and Paint store, Landscapes of Flavor food court, and family suites as well as reviews of the hotel's amenities and a preview of the Cars wing with Pixar's Jay Ward and car designer Chip Foose. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/374Snow White's Scary Adventures closes at the Magic Kingdom, Disney's Art of Animation grand opening with Imagineer interviews, live music, and reviews.After taking one last ride on Snow White's Scary Adventures as it permanently closes at Walt Disney World, we head to Disney's Art of Animation Resort for the grand opening celebration, including live music, several Walt Disney Imagineer interviews revealing details from the creation of its lobby, Big Blue Pool, Ink and Paint store, Landscapes of Flavor food court, and family suites as well as reviews of the hotel's amenities and a preview of the Cars wing with Pixar's Jay Ward and car designer Chip Foose.02:00:09Sun, 03 Jun 2012 15:26:44 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms373.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms373.mp3The Haunted Mansion gets a photo op and Disney updates The Magic, the Memories, and You projection show for summer, along with many other news stories. Then we take a trip to Disneyland for a few updates from the Carthay Circle Theatre and Restaurant, The Little Mermaid ride, Grad Nite, and the Matterhorn. But the biggest news of the week was the grand opening of Transformers The Ride 3D at Universal Studios Hollywood and this week's show show features an extensive report from that opening including the ceremony, interviews with voice actors and the ride's creators, as well as a binaural trip through the queue and ride itself. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/373Transformers The Ride 3D grand opening report and interviews, Haunted Mansion photo op, Summer edition of The Magic, the Memories, and You!, and Disneyland updates.The Haunted Mansion gets a photo op and Disney updates The Magic, the Memories, and You projection show for summer, along with many other news stories. Then we take a trip to Disneyland for a few updates from the Carthay Circle Theatre and Restaurant, The Little Mermaid ride, Grad Nite, and the Matterhorn. But the biggest news of the week was the grand opening of Transformers The Ride 3D at Universal Studios Hollywood and this week's show show features an extensive report from that opening including the ceremony, interviews with voice actors and the ride's creators, as well as a binaural trip through the queue and ride itself.01:39:55Sun, 27 May 2012 16:31:00 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms372.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms372.mp3News of the week includes Disneyland debuting Cars-themed monorails while raising ticket prices. Then we dive into Star Wars Weekends at Walt Disney World as Maggie offers tips and insight into the event and Ricky reports on the new Carbon Freeze Me experience. Exactly one year after Star Tours: The Adventures Continue opened at Disney's Hollywood Studios, we take a look back at the past and future of the classic Star Wars attraction through interviews with Industrial Light and Magic senior visual effects supervisor Dennis Muren and Walt Disney Imagineering show director Susan Dain. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/372Star Wars Weekends summary and Carbon Freeze Me experience report, Star Tours: The Adventures Continue 1-year anniversary with interviews with ILM visual effects supervisor Dennis Muren and Imagineer Susan Dain.News of the week includes Disneyland debuting Cars-themed monorails while raising ticket prices. Then we dive into Star Wars Weekends at Walt Disney World as Maggie offers tips and insight into the event and Ricky reports on the new Carbon Freeze Me experience. Exactly one year after Star Tours: The Adventures Continue opened at Disney's Hollywood Studios, we take a look back at the past and future of the classic Star Wars attraction through interviews with Industrial Light and Magic senior visual effects supervisor Dennis Muren and Walt Disney Imagineering show director Susan Dain.01:08:32Sun, 20 May 2012 15:03:41 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms371.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms371.mp3News this week includes details of Cars Land and Carthay Circle menus, The Avengers passes $1 billion in 2 weeks, and Walt Disney World guests will soon be frozen in carbonate. After our trip Around the World, we head to the Magic Kingdom to experience the new Merida "Brave" meet-and-greet with three baby bear cubs. Then two listeners write in with a first-hand report of Disney's ongoing NextGen Fastpass RFID testing. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/371New California Adventure menus, The Avengers continues to smash the box office, Merida arrives to the Magic Kingdom in play-and-greet, and a first-hand report of NextGen FastPass testing.News this week includes details of Cars Land and Carthay Circle menus, The Avengers passes $1 billion in 2 weeks, and Walt Disney World guests will soon be frozen in carbonate. After our trip Around the World, we head to the Magic Kingdom to experience the new Merida "Brave" meet-and-greet with three baby bear cubs. Then two listeners write in with a first-hand report of Disney's ongoing NextGen Fastpass RFID testing.01:20:56Sun, 13 May 2012 15:34:28 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms370.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms370.mp3After discussion of Walt Disney World testing the Fastpass of the future and announcing a new Pirates attraction, Ricky reviews Marvel's The Avengers as it smashes box office records. Then we welcome Imagineer Jonathan Ackley back to the show along with Imagineer Matt Beiler to discuss Agent P's World Showcase Adventure, coming soon to Epcot, as well as Splitsville co-founder Mark Gibson to discuss the new entertainment concept restaurant coming to Downtown Disney. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/370Fastpass RFID testing, new Pirates attraction, Imagineers Jonathan Ackley and Matt Beiler on Agent P's World Showcase Adventure, co-founder Mark Gibson talks Splitsville, and more.After discussion of Walt Disney World testing the Fastpass of the future and announcing a new Pirates attraction, Ricky reviews Marvel's The Avengers as it smashes box office records. Then we welcome Imagineer Jonathan Ackley back to the show along with Imagineer Matt Beiler to discuss Agent P's World Showcase Adventure, coming soon to Epcot, as well as Splitsville co-founder Mark Gibson to discuss the new entertainment concept restaurant coming to Downtown Disney.01:16:04Sun, 06 May 2012 15:17:32 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms369.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms369.mp3Beyond news of upcoming Disneyland D23 events and newly-announced films, Ricky talks Test Track with Walt Disney Imagineers to learn the details of the ongoing ride update to take guests into the digital realm of automotive design. Then we learn more details and opening dates for New Fantasyland attractions as Walt Disney Imagineer Chris Beatty leads us on a tour through Storybook Circus and behind the construction wall to take an inside look at The Little Mermaid and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train rides as well as the Beauty and the Beast area. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/369New Disney films and events announced, interviews with Imagineers Melissa Jeselnick and Trevor Bryant reveal Test Track update details, tour of New Fantasyland attractions with Imagineer Chris Beatty.Beyond news of upcoming Disneyland D23 events and newly-announced films, Ricky talks Test Track with Walt Disney Imagineers to learn the details of the ongoing ride update to take guests into the digital realm of automotive design. Then we learn more details and opening dates for New Fantasyland attractions as Walt Disney Imagineer Chris Beatty leads us on a tour through Storybook Circus and behind the construction wall to take an inside look at The Little Mermaid and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train rides as well as the Beauty and the Beast area.01:27:43Sun, 29 Apr 2012 20:27:52 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms368.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms368.mp3It's been a BIG Disney news week and we cover it all including the D23 tweet-up marking the return of the Little Orange Bird to the Magic Kingdom, the debut of the new Vision House exhibit at Epcot's Innoventions, the massive ElecTRONica finale dance party at Disney California Adventure, and Rich Ross' departure as chairman of the Walt Disney Studios. Plus we hear Kirk Douglas give a surprising performance at a recent 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea screening in Hollywood. And we take a trip to the Magic Kingdom and back listening to the new monorail narration that debuted this week, plus dive into monorail history in To Disney and Beyond with Adam Alcantara. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/368Orange Bird returns, Innoventions Vision House opens, ElecTRONica ends, new Walt Disney World monorail narration debuts, and much more.It's been a BIG Disney news week and we cover it all including the D23 tweet-up marking the return of the Little Orange Bird to the Magic Kingdom, the debut of the new Vision House exhibit at Epcot's Innoventions, the massive ElecTRONica finale dance party at Disney California Adventure, and Rich Ross' departure as chairman of the Walt Disney Studios. Plus we hear Kirk Douglas give a surprising performance at a recent 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea screening in Hollywood. And we take a trip to the Magic Kingdom and back listening to the new monorail narration that debuted this week, plus dive into monorail history in To Disney and Beyond with Adam Alcantara.01:25:50Sun, 22 Apr 2012 22:04:33 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms367.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms367.mp3Today marks the end of two popular Disney attractions, ElecTRONica at Disney California Adventure and Test Track at Epcot. In addition to news surrounding these and other closings as well as upcoming grand openings and more, we take final trip to ride Test Track with binaural audio, from the queue to the pre-show to the ride itself. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/367ElecTRONica and Carnation Plaza Gardens ending at Disneyland, binaural tribute to Test Track closing for a makeover at Walt Disney World.Today marks the end of two popular Disney attractions, ElecTRONica at Disney California Adventure and Test Track at Epcot. In addition to news surrounding these and other closings as well as upcoming grand openings and more, we take final trip to ride Test Track with binaural audio, from the queue to the pre-show to the ride itself.01:02:16Sun, 15 Apr 2012 14:06:19 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms366.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms366.mp3Details of exciting Destination D concerts and Star Wars Weekends celebrities along with other upcoming theme park events fill this week's news. Then we welcome Adam Alcantara to discuss whether the Disney Vacation Club is right for you. We conclude with listener feedback, not only from e-mails but also fielding live questions from the chat room. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/366Destination D concert details, grand opening news from beyond Disney, Disney Vacation Club tips, and lots of listener feedback.Details of exciting Destination D concerts and Star Wars Weekends celebrities along with other upcoming theme park events fill this week's news. Then we welcome Adam Alcantara to discuss whether the Disney Vacation Club is right for you. We conclude with listener feedback, not only from e-mails but also fielding live questions from the chat room.01:14:28Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:17:28 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms365.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms365.mp3No April Fool's joke - The Avengers take over a Walt Disney World monorail this week, among other big Disney news. Then we head back to the new Disney Fantasy cruise ship for an in-depth look at the Muppets Adventure Game, part of the Midship Detective Agency. And after some listener feedback, we jump to Disneyland Paris to share the full debut performance of the new Disney Dreams nighttime spectacular. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/365The Avengers monorail, Muppets Adventure Game on the Disney Fantasy, and Disney Dreams nighttime show debut at Disneyland Paris.No April Fool's joke - The Avengers take over a Walt Disney World monorail this week, among other big Disney news. Then we head back to the new Disney Fantasy cruise ship for an in-depth look at the Muppets Adventure Game, part of the Midship Detective Agency. And after some listener feedback, we jump to Disneyland Paris to share the full debut performance of the new Disney Dreams nighttime spectacular.01:34:23Sun, 01 Apr 2012 17:09:22 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms364.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms364.mp3After exciting news about upcoming Disney hotels, attractions, and video games, we offer a complete report from the new Disney Fantasy cruise ship Inaugural preview. Aboard the new Disney Cruise Line ship, we cover everything from new features like the AquaLab, Satellite Falls, Muppets Adventure Game, Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, and Europa to restaurant and show reviews along with a few surprises. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/364Disney Fantasy preview cruise report including new ship features, Disney Dream comparisons, food reviews, show highlights, and much more.After exciting news about upcoming Disney hotels, attractions, and video games, we offer a complete report from the new Disney Fantasy cruise ship Inaugural preview. Aboard the new Disney Cruise Line ship, we cover everything from new features like the AquaLab, Satellite Falls, Muppets Adventure Game, Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, and Europa to restaurant and show reviews along with a few surprises.02:21:42Wed, 28 Mar 2012 02:19:21 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms363.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms363.mp3We take a trip inside Storybook Circus as it opens as the first phase of the New Fantasyland expansion at the Magic Kingdom with the new Dumbo, Barnstormer, and Fantasyland Train Station. Hollywood Drive-In Golf also opened this week at Universal Orlando, with two uniquely fun miniature golf courses. And Ricky reviews the new Blu-ray release of The Muppets. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/363Storybook Circus phase one opening with Dumbo, The Barnstormer, and Fantasyland Train Station, Hollywood Drive-In Golf debut, The Muppets Blu-ray review.We take a trip inside Storybook Circus as it opens as the first phase of the New Fantasyland expansion at the Magic Kingdom with the new Dumbo, Barnstormer, and Fantasyland Train Station. Hollywood Drive-In Golf also opened this week at Universal Orlando, with two uniquely fun miniature golf courses. And Ricky reviews the new Blu-ray release of The Muppets.01:25:40Sun, 18 Mar 2012 15:50:43 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms362.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms362.mp3This week's news includes the announcements of the Cars Land grand opening and 2013 D23 Expo and dates, among many other big stories. Ricky reviews the surprisingly good sci-fi movie, John Carter. Then we head to Universal Orlando Islands of Adventure for interviews with Universal Creative designers Eric Parr and Thierry Coup about the reopening of The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man ride. Finally, new contributor Maggie Cambron offers tips for the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/362Dates for Cars Land opening and 2013 D23 Expo, John Carter movie review, Spider-Man ride reopening interviews, and Epcot Flower and Garden Festival tips.This week's news includes the announcements of the Cars Land grand opening and 2013 D23 Expo and dates, among many other big stories. Ricky reviews the surprisingly good sci-fi movie, John Carter. Then we head to Universal Orlando Islands of Adventure for interviews with Universal Creative designers Eric Parr and Thierry Coup about the reopening of The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man ride. Finally, new contributor Maggie Cambron offers tips for the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival.01:38:16Sun, 11 Mar 2012 16:53:54 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms361.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms361.mp3News this week includes the D23 announcement of Fanniversary event details. We also head to New York for the Christening of the new Disney Fantasy cruise ship featuring Neil Patrick Harris and the ship's fairy godmother Mariah Carey. Then we bring you to One More Disney Day with reports from the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Park for 24 hours of excitement, including binaural audio from our own Inside the Magic meet-up. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/361D23 announces Fanniversary details, Disney Fantasy Christening in New York, and One More Disney Day at Walt Disney World and Disneyland.News this week includes the D23 announcement of Fanniversary event details. We also head to New York for the Christening of the new Disney Fantasy cruise ship featuring Neil Patrick Harris and the ship's fairy godmother Mariah Carey. Then we bring you to One More Disney Day with reports from the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Park for 24 hours of excitement, including binaural audio from our own Inside the Magic meet-up.01:42:08Sun, 04 Mar 2012 20:00:57 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms360.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms360.mp3Surprising news this week includes Walt Disney World announcing attraction closings and openings. Ricky shares thoughts and a scene from the newly-updated Blue Man Group show at Universal Orlando. Then we are joined by Walt Disney Imagineer Jonathan Ackley to discuss the creation of the Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom role-playing game. Finally, Ricky answers your questions in Listener Feedback. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/360Interview with Imagineer Jonathan Ackley about Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom, Blue Man Group update, attraction opening and closing news, and more.Surprising news this week includes Walt Disney World announcing attraction closings and openings. Ricky shares thoughts and a scene from the newly-updated Blue Man Group show at Universal Orlando. Then we are joined by Walt Disney Imagineer Jonathan Ackley to discuss the creation of the Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom role-playing game. Finally, Ricky answers your questions in Listener Feedback.01:21:46Sun, 26 Feb 2012 13:04:50 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms359.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms359.mp3One More Disney Day plans begin to surface along with other Disney and theme park news. Then we take a retro-style trip to Disney California Adventure for the new Minnie's Fly Girls Charter Airlines show. From MegaCon 2012 in Orlando, TRON stories are shared in a panel discussion featuring Bruce Boxleitner, Cindy Morgan, and Peter Jurasik. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/359Minnie's Fly Girls Charter Airlines show at California Adventure, TRON panel discussion at MegaCon 2012.One More Disney Day plans begin to surface along with other Disney and theme park news. Then we take a retro-style trip to Disney California Adventure for the new Minnie's Fly Girls Charter Airlines show. From MegaCon 2012 in Orlando, TRON stories are shared in a panel discussion featuring Bruce Boxleitner, Cindy Morgan, and Peter Jurasik.01:14:19Sun, 19 Feb 2012 15:44:04 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms358.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms358.mp3With no one single stand-out story this week, Ricky explores each of many smaller Disney and theme park news stories in detail, adding a few thoughts and opinions along the way. Changes to FastPass rules, Kilimanjaro Safari and it's a small world, sound bites from this week's Walt Disney World visits from First Lady Michelle Obama and Super Bowl 46 MVP Eli Manning, Disney Cruise Line excitement, and much more. Plus, your questions are answered in Listener Feedback. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/358In-depth discussion of news, including FastPass changes and the NextGen project, Michelle Obama and Eli Manning visit Walt Disney World, and more.With no one single stand-out story this week, Ricky explores each of many smaller Disney and theme park news stories in detail, adding a few thoughts and opinions along the way. Changes to FastPass rules, Kilimanjaro Safari and it's a small world, sound bites from this week's Walt Disney World visits from First Lady Michelle Obama and Super Bowl 46 MVP Eli Manning, Disney Cruise Line excitement, and much more. Plus, your questions are answered in Listener Feedback.01:26:02Sun, 12 Feb 2012 09:29:26 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms357.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms357.mp3After discussing rumored attraction opening dates and other theme park news, Ricky reviews the new Lady and the Tramp Diamond Edition release to Blu-ray. Then we take a trip to the Magic Kingdom for the new romantic version of The Magic, the Memories, and You! And following last week's Disneyland Hotel review, Ricky offers a trip report from the rest of the Disneyland Resort, including the new Main Street USA music, Jolly Holiday Bakery, Lunar New Year Celebration, Disney Gallery, New Orleans Square band, and changes at Disney California Adventure. Then we end we a special Super Bowl 34 halftime performance by Disney. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/357Lady and the Tramp Blu-ray review, The Magic, the Memories, and You! romance edition, and a Disneyland and Disney California Adventure trip report with binaural live music plus plenty more.After discussing rumored attraction opening dates and other theme park news, Ricky reviews the new Lady and the Tramp Diamond Edition release to Blu-ray. Then we take a trip to the Magic Kingdom for the new romantic version of The Magic, the Memories, and You! And following last week's Disneyland Hotel review, Ricky offers a trip report from the rest of the Disneyland Resort, including the new Main Street USA music, Jolly Holiday Bakery, Lunar New Year Celebration, Disney Gallery, New Orleans Square band, and changes at Disney California Adventure. Then we end we a special Super Bowl 34 halftime performance by Disney.01:35:52Sun, 05 Feb 2012 14:02:32 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms356.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms356.mp3In addition to a few Disney surprises, we run through all the new experiences announced for Universal Orlando in 2012, including the Cinematic Spectacular and Superstar Parade. Then we head west to Disneyland as Ricky reviews the newly-renovated Disneyland Hotel, including an in-depth discussion of its towers, rooms, restaurants, and pools. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/356New Universal Orlando experiences for 2012 and a full review of the newly-renovated Disneyland Hotel.In addition to a few Disney surprises, we run through all the new experiences announced for Universal Orlando in 2012, including the Cinematic Spectacular and Superstar Parade. Then we head west to Disneyland as Ricky reviews the newly-renovated Disneyland Hotel, including an in-depth discussion of its towers, rooms, restaurants, and pools.01:17:05Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:56:03 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms355.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms355.mp3President Obama visits Walt Disney World, talking tourism and causing entertainment shake-ups around the resort, including a special one-time fireworks show at Disney's Hollywood Studios called Rock the Night. We share highlights from both Obama's speech and the fireworks show itself, featuring the park band Mulch, Sweat, and Shears. Plus we catch up on Listener Feedback, with your questions and comments. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/355President Obama at Walt Disney World, Rock the Night fireworks at Hollywood Studios, Mulch Sweat and Shears performance, and more.President Obama visits Walt Disney World, talking tourism and causing entertainment shake-ups around the resort, including a special one-time fireworks show at Disney's Hollywood Studios called Rock the Night. We share highlights from both Obama's speech and the fireworks show itself, featuring the park band Mulch, Sweat, and Shears. Plus we catch up on Listener Feedback, with your questions and comments.01:30:50Sun, 22 Jan 2012 14:39:31 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms354.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms354.mp3We begin with news about the Disney Fantasy christening, new shows for Disney California Adventure, and other surprises. Then we battle evildoers as we help test the new Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom interactive game at Walt Disney World. Finally Ricky climbs into a Ferrari 458 Italia and drives a few laps in the new Exotic Driving Experience at the Walt Disney World Speedway, including interviews with president and COO Rick Fedrizzi and professional race car driver Christian Fittipaldi. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/354Mad T Party announcement and Disney Fantasy news, Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom game test, Exotic Driving Experience preview.We begin with news about the Disney Fantasy christening, new shows for Disney California Adventure, and other surprises. Then we battle evildoers as we help test the new Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom interactive game at Walt Disney World. Finally Ricky climbs into a Ferrari 458 Italia and drives a few laps in the new Exotic Driving Experience at the Walt Disney World Speedway, including interviews with president and COO Rick Fedrizzi and professional race car driver Christian Fittipaldi.01:52:16Sun, 15 Jan 2012 14:52:58 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms353.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms353.mp3The new year brings exciting theme park news and the promise of new attractions to come. But this week we also take a look back at the recently closed Jaws ride at Universal Orlando with a special binaural ride audio mix as well as an interview with its show director Adam Bezark, discussing not only that classic attraction but also others he has helped create including IllumiNations, Fantasmic, Terminator 2 3D, Spider-Man, Ghostbusters, and more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/353Test Track overhaul, Jaws closing, and an interview with theme park attraction designer Adam Bezark.The new year brings exciting theme park news and the promise of new attractions to come. But this week we also take a look back at the recently closed Jaws ride at Universal Orlando with a special binaural ride audio mix as well as an interview with its show director Adam Bezark, discussing not only that classic attraction but also others he has helped create including IllumiNations, Fantasmic, Terminator 2 3D, Spider-Man, Ghostbusters, and more.01:57:05Sun, 08 Jan 2012 10:15:40 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms352.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms352.mp3It's the 2011 Ear in Review with Ricky Brigante and Paul Barrie from A Window to the Magic, discussing everything that happened in the world of Disney throughout the past year! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/3522011 Disney Ear in Review with Ricky Brigante and Paul BarrieIt's the 2011 Ear in Review with Ricky Brigante and Paul Barrie from A Window to the Magic, discussing everything that happened in the world of Disney throughout the past year!04:26:41Sat, 31 Dec 2011 23:30:54 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms351.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms351.mp3Merry Christmas everyone! After a surprisingly large amount of Disney and theme park news for a holiday week, we answer some listener trip planning questions and then dive into a variety of Christmas entertainment, including songs from the Candlelight Processional at Epcot, Mickey's Christmas Carol on Disneyland Records, Disneyland holiday attraction overlays, and more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/351A very merry Christmas episode with the Candlelight Processional, Mickey's Christmas Carol, and more park audio.Merry Christmas everyone! After a surprisingly large amount of Disney and theme park news for a holiday week, we answer some listener trip planning questions and then dive into a variety of Christmas entertainment, including songs from the Candlelight Processional at Epcot, Mickey's Christmas Carol on Disneyland Records, Disneyland holiday attraction overlays, and more.01:02:55Sun, 25 Dec 2011 00:12:28 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms350.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms350.mp3The Christmas season brings little Disney and theme park news, but plenty of live entertainment from the parks and this week we take you to Disney's Hollywood Studios to enjoy a binaural trip through the Osborne Spectacle of Dancing Lights, perfect for enjoying in the background as you wrap presents. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/350Binaural Christmas fun at the Osborne Spectacle of Dancing Lights at Disney's Hollywood StudiosThe Christmas season brings little Disney and theme park news, but plenty of live entertainment from the parks and this week we take you to Disney's Hollywood Studios to enjoy a binaural trip through the Osborne Spectacle of Dancing Lights, perfect for enjoying in the background as you wrap presents.01:00:09Sun, 18 Dec 2011 13:15:12 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms349.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms349.mp3Big Harry Potter news from Universal Studios on both coasts leads off this week's show, followed by more surprises, announcements, and other news from the Disney universe and beyond. Ricky reviews The Rocketeer 20th anniversary Blu-ray release. Then we are joined by special guest Susan Egan, original Belle on Broadway and voice of Megara in Hercules, to discuss her career and new Disney-inspired song called Nina Doesn't Care. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/349Harry Potter goes Hollywood, The Rocketeer Blu-ray review, and special guest Susan Egan, first Belle on Broadway and voice of Meg in Hercules.Big Harry Potter news from Universal Studios on both coasts leads off this week's show, followed by more surprises, announcements, and other news from the Disney universe and beyond. Ricky reviews The Rocketeer 20th anniversary Blu-ray release. Then we are joined by special guest Susan Egan, original Belle on Broadway and voice of Megara in Hercules, to discuss her career and new Disney-inspired song called Nina Doesn't Care.01:24:58Sun, 11 Dec 2011 14:47:57 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms348.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms348.mp3A December of Christmas fun has begun on Inside the Magic! Following surprising news from Universal Orlando and a few announcements from Disney, Ricky reports on what's hot and what's not at the 2011 Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, including a few songs from the always-entertaining Dapper Dans. And it all wraps up with your questions and comments in Listener Feedback. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/348Jaws ride closing, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2011, Dapper Dans performance on Main Street.A December of Christmas fun has begun on Inside the Magic! Following surprising news from Universal Orlando and a few announcements from Disney, Ricky reports on what's hot and what's not at the 2011 Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, including a few songs from the always-entertaining Dapper Dans. And it all wraps up with your questions and comments in Listener Feedback.01:15:57Sun, 04 Dec 2011 15:16:51 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms347.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms347.mp3A holiday week yields little news, but we still have much to discuss as we enter the holiday season offering a Disney Christmas list for gift ideas. Then we take a trip to San Francisco to talk all about the amazing experience that is the Walt Disney Family Museum, highlighting favorite exhibits and sights within as well as a few other Disney connections around the Bay Area. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/347Disney Christmas gift list, Walt Disney Family Museum report from San Francisco.A holiday week yields little news, but we still have much to discuss as we enter the holiday season offering a Disney Christmas list for gift ideas. Then we take a trip to San Francisco to talk all about the amazing experience that is the Walt Disney Family Museum, highlighting favorite exhibits and sights within as well as a few other Disney connections around the Bay Area.01:22:32Sun, 27 Nov 2011 15:37:48 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms346.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms346.mp3After running through D23 announcements of its 2012 events, Ricky reviews The Muppets movie in a completely spoiler-free but still inspirational, sensational, and Muppetational fashion. And that's followed by a review of Kinect Disneyland Adventures for Xbox 360, with virtual theme park sounds from the game. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/3462012 D23 event announcements, reviews of The Muppets in theaters and Kinect Disneyland Adventures for Xbox 360.After running through D23 announcements of its 2012 events, Ricky reviews The Muppets movie in a completely spoiler-free but still inspirational, sensational, and Muppetational fashion. And that's followed by a review of Kinect Disneyland Adventures for Xbox 360, with virtual theme park sounds from the game.01:18:25Sun, 20 Nov 2011 15:32:10 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms345.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms345.mp3Holiday coverage begins on Inside the Magic with the new Christmas version of The Magic, the Memories, and You projected on Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World. Then we take a trip to SeaWorld Orlando to learn all about their announced major expansion plans in an interview with creative director Brian Morrow. And Nathan returns with another installment of Living with Disney. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/345Christmas version of The Magic, the Memories, and You, SeaWorld Orlando expansion interview with Brian Morrow, and Living with Disney.Holiday coverage begins on Inside the Magic with the new Christmas version of The Magic, the Memories, and You projected on Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World. Then we take a trip to SeaWorld Orlando to learn all about their announced major expansion plans in an interview with creative director Brian Morrow. And Nathan returns with another installment of Living with Disney.01:08:11Sun, 13 Nov 2011 11:24:32 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms344.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms344.mp3In this week's now-award winning show, we round up all the Christmas time excitement that's coming to Walt Disney World and Disneyland this holiday season. Plus, we offer our first-ever quadruple DVD and movie review with a look at Toy Story 1, 2, and 3 in 3D as well as Cars 2. Then we catch up on your questions and comments in Listener Feedback. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/344Christmas Disney Parks preview, DVD and movie reviews of Toy Story 1, 2, 3, and Cars 2 on 3D Blu-ray.In this week's now-award winning show, we round up all the Christmas time excitement that's coming to Walt Disney World and Disneyland this holiday season. Plus, we offer our first-ever quadruple DVD and movie review with a look at Toy Story 1, 2, and 3 in 3D as well as Cars 2. Then we catch up on your questions and comments in Listener Feedback.01:19:00Sun, 06 Nov 2011 13:03:27 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms343.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms343.mp3This 2011 Halloween edition of Inside the Magic brings another year of eerie entertainment! Following the news and a review of the Disney Universe video game, Jay and Mark return for a new installment of the Backstage Pass audio adventure, descending into the depths of the Animal Kingdom underworld. Then Ricky explores the creepier parts of Disney theme parks with a closer look at Snow White's Scary Adventures and the extinct ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter. Finally, as a spooky bonus, we share binaural audio from inside Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights 21 mazes. Plus, we share a few surprises along the way! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/343Halloween 2011 brings us a new Backstage Pass, a closer look at Snow White's Scary Adventures and Alien Encounter, and plenty of other spooky surprises. Plus, a review of the Disney Universe video game.This 2011 Halloween edition of Inside the Magic brings another year of eerie entertainment! Following the news and a review of the Disney Universe video game, Jay and Mark return for a new installment of the Backstage Pass audio adventure, descending into the depths of the Animal Kingdom underworld. Then Ricky explores the creepier parts of Disney theme parks with a closer look at Snow White's Scary Adventures and the extinct ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter. Finally, as a spooky bonus, we share binaural audio from inside Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights 21 mazes. Plus, we share a few surprises along the way!01:28:15Sun, 30 Oct 2011 14:35:15 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms342.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms342.mp3Disney's top ten holiday gift ideas are included in this week's news roundup. Winnie the Pooh hits home on Blu-ray and DVD this week and we review the new release. Then we take a trip back to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival for more cuisine critiques. Finally we answer some live questions from the chat room about Avatar, Pleasure Island, Cars Land, and trip planning. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/342Winnie the Pooh Blu-ray / DVD review, Epcot Food and Wine Festival part 2, live listener questions.Disney's top ten holiday gift ideas are included in this week's news roundup. Winnie the Pooh hits home on Blu-ray and DVD this week and we review the new release. Then we take a trip back to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival for more cuisine critiques. Finally we answer some live questions from the chat room about Avatar, Pleasure Island, Cars Land, and trip planning.01:08:34Sun, 23 Oct 2011 14:55:35 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms341.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms341.mp3We start with surprising news from Disney resorts, restaurants, and Disney Cruise Line, then head out to Disneyland for an inside look at Halloween Time as Jeremiah interviews with Disneyland Entertainment Operations manager Jennifer Bellman and Disneyland Resort Enhancement manager Dave Caranci. Ricky reviews the Blu-ray 3-D release of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. Then we take a trip to the grand opening of LEGOLAND Florida for a full report of the all new theme park, including interviews with the park's designer Bill Vollbrecht and Lost Kingdom dark ride creator John Wood, chairman and CEO of Sally Corporation. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/341Disneyland Halloween Time interviews, Pirates 4 Blu-ray review, and a full report from the grand opening of LEGOLAND FloridaWe start with surprising news from Disney resorts, restaurants, and Disney Cruise Line, then head out to Disneyland for an inside look at Halloween Time as Jeremiah interviews with Disneyland Entertainment Operations manager Jennifer Bellman and Disneyland Resort Enhancement manager Dave Caranci. Ricky reviews the Blu-ray 3-D release of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. Then we take a trip to the grand opening of LEGOLAND Florida for a full report of the all new theme park, including interviews with the park's designer Bill Vollbrecht and Lost Kingdom dark ride creator John Wood, chairman and CEO of Sally Corporation.01:52:13Sun, 16 Oct 2011 16:39:58 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms340.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms340.mp3A surprising news week brings us the sad news of the death of Apple and Pixar co-founder Steve Jobs, the planned replacement of Disney CEO Bob Iger and more animated 3D Disney classic releases. Then Ricky reviews new offerings at the 2011 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival as well as the new Blu-ray releases of The Lion King and Beauty and the Beast. Halloween time continues with a recap of two recent Haunted Mansion-themed happenings, the Disney Parks Blog Trick or Meet-Up and the Room For One More dinner event, concluding with an our-long special presentation by Walt Disney Imagineers. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/340Steve Jobs passes away, Bob Iger to be replaced, reviews of Food and Wine Festival, The Lion King 3D, and Beauty and the Beast 3D on Blu-ray, plus reports from Haunted Mansion Disney Parks Blog Meet-up and Room For One More event.A surprising news week brings us the sad news of the death of Apple and Pixar co-founder Steve Jobs, the planned replacement of Disney CEO Bob Iger and more animated 3D Disney classic releases. Then Ricky reviews new offerings at the 2011 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival as well as the new Blu-ray releases of The Lion King and Beauty and the Beast. Halloween time continues with a recap of two recent Haunted Mansion-themed happenings, the Disney Parks Blog Trick or Meet-Up and the Room For One More dinner event, concluding with an our-long special presentation by Walt Disney Imagineers.02:46:51Sun, 09 Oct 2011 15:17:35 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms339.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms339.mp3We celebrate the 40th anniversary of Walt Disney World not only with a trip to the Magic Kingdom for the official birthday presentation at Cinderella Castle but also with interviews with 40-year Disney cast members Epcot Show Director Forrest Bahruth, former Disney Public Relations and Disney Legend Charles Ridgway, and vice president of Resort Operations Kevin Myers. Plus we get an update about the New Fantasyland expansion from Walt Disney Imagineer Chris Beatty. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/339Walt Disney World 40th anniversary celebration with Main Street Philharmonic, Cinderella Castle presentation, and 40-year cast member interviews, plus an update on New Fantasyland.We celebrate the 40th anniversary of Walt Disney World not only with a trip to the Magic Kingdom for the official birthday presentation at Cinderella Castle but also with interviews with 40-year Disney cast members Epcot Show Director Forrest Bahruth, former Disney Public Relations and Disney Legend Charles Ridgway, and vice president of Resort Operations Kevin Myers. Plus we get an update about the New Fantasyland expansion from Walt Disney Imagineer Chris Beatty.01:17:18Sun, 02 Oct 2011 18:51:13 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms338.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms338.mp3A massive theme park week calls for a massive show with big news and big reviews from multiple theme parks. Avatar is coming to Walt Disney World and we hear the announcement directly from Disney CEO Bob Iger, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts chairman Tom Staggs, and writer/director James Cameron, followed by additional details and Ricky's thoughts on the new project. Then we take a brief trip to Hawaii for a performance at the grand opening of Disney's newest resort, Aulani. Finally, we descent into the madness of Central Florida's best Halloween events as Ricky reviews Halloween Horror Nights 21 at Universal Orlando and Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/338Announcement of Avatar coming to Walt Disney World, Aulani grand opening, and reviews of Halloween Horror Nights 21 at Universal Orlando and Howl-O-Scream 2011 at Busch Gardens Tampa.A massive theme park week calls for a massive show with big news and big reviews from multiple theme parks. Avatar is coming to Walt Disney World and we hear the announcement directly from Disney CEO Bob Iger, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts chairman Tom Staggs, and writer/director James Cameron, followed by additional details and Ricky's thoughts on the new project. Then we take a brief trip to Hawaii for a performance at the grand opening of Disney's newest resort, Aulani. Finally, we descent into the madness of Central Florida's best Halloween events as Ricky reviews Halloween Horror Nights 21 at Universal Orlando and Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.01:58:05Sun, 25 Sep 2011 21:51:51 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms337.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms337.mp3Find out what's new for 2011 at the Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party including tips for making the most out of the event. Plus enjoy the full Villains Mix and Mingle show, updated for this year to include Dr. Facilier and more. Finally, this week's show concludes with bonus audio from the first-ever official Halloween Horror Nights tweet-up at Universal Studios Orlando, including a presentation and Q and A session featuring three of the event's creators. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/3372011 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party report and tips, with new Villains Mix and Mingle show. Plus Halloween Horror Nights bonus presentation from Universal Orlando tweet-up.Find out what's new for 2011 at the Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party including tips for making the most out of the event. Plus enjoy the full Villains Mix and Mingle show, updated for this year to include Dr. Facilier and more. Finally, this week's show concludes with bonus audio from the first-ever official Halloween Horror Nights tweet-up at Universal Studios Orlando, including a presentation and Q and A session featuring three of the event's creators.02:08:43Sun, 18 Sep 2011 15:12:50 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms336.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms336.mp3On this memorable anniversary date, we begin this week's show with a fitting tribute to the dreams and aspirations of America with a classic Epcot song. Then following the news, we lighten our spirits with a wonderfully entertaining, hilarious and unique first-of-its-kind presentation from the 2011 D23 Expo called Voices of the Parks, featuring familiar voice talents from Disney's theme parks. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/336Musical tribute to America, Voices of the Parks presentation at the 2011 D23 Expo.On this memorable anniversary date, we begin this week's show with a fitting tribute to the dreams and aspirations of America with a classic Epcot song. Then following the news, we lighten our spirits with a wonderfully entertaining, hilarious and unique first-of-its-kind presentation from the 2011 D23 Expo called Voices of the Parks, featuring familiar voice talents from Disney's theme parks.01:49:21Sun, 11 Sep 2011 00:43:43 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms335.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms335.mp3Disney news takes us around the world and Universal Studios dishes the details on Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando and Hollywood. Then Ricky chats with Imagineer Josh Gorin at the 2011 D23 Expo about The Amazing Destini research project in interactive autonomous Audio-Animatronics. Finally Jeremiah Daws joins the show just hours after completing the Disneyland Half Marathon to talk about the morning's RunDisney event. Plus, Ricky answers a few listener questions. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/335Halloween Horror Nights news, Interview with Imagineer Josh Gorin about The Amazing Destini animatronic research, and a report from the Disneyland Half Marathon.Disney news takes us around the world and Universal Studios dishes the details on Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando and Hollywood. Then Ricky chats with Imagineer Josh Gorin at the 2011 D23 Expo about The Amazing Destini research project in interactive autonomous Audio-Animatronics. Finally Jeremiah Daws joins the show just hours after completing the Disneyland Half Marathon to talk about the morning's RunDisney event. Plus, Ricky answers a few listener questions.01:17:40Sun, 04 Sep 2011 15:53:07 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms334.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms334.mp3We head back to the 2011 D23 Expo for two exclusive interviews with Imagineers at the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts pavilion. First, Imagineer Scott Mallwitz walks us through all that's new coming to the Magic Kingdom as part of the Fantasyland expansion, including details you haven't heard anywhere else. Then we elaborate on what's known about Shanghai Disney Resort, though Disney isn't revealing everything yet. Next we head to Hawaii as Disney opens their newest resort, Aulani. We talk with Imagineers Joe Rohde and Jeanette Lomboy along with Disney Vacation Club vice president Djuan Rivers about what it means for Disney to be in Hawaii as we elaborate on what guests can expect when stepping foot in Aulani. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/3342011 D23 Expo interviews with Imagineers about New Fantasyland expansion and Shanghai, plus interview with Imagineers Joe Rohde and Jeanette Lomboy and DVC VP Djuan Rivers about AulaniWe head back to the 2011 D23 Expo for two exclusive interviews with Imagineers at the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts pavilion. First, Imagineer Scott Mallwitz walks us through all that's new coming to the Magic Kingdom as part of the Fantasyland expansion, including details you haven't heard anywhere else. Then we elaborate on what's known about Shanghai Disney Resort, though Disney isn't revealing everything yet. Next we head to Hawaii as Disney opens their newest resort, Aulani. We talk with Imagineers Joe Rohde and Jeanette Lomboy along with Disney Vacation Club vice president Djuan Rivers about what it means for Disney to be in Hawaii as we elaborate on what guests can expect when stepping foot in Aulani.01:41:08Sun, 28 Aug 2011 18:57:57 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms333.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms333.mp3Ricky takes you to the 2011 D23 Expo and talks you through all of the exciting presentations, exhibits, and surprises throughout the three-day Disney fan gathering. Topics include a tour of the show floor, presentations featuring Disney Parks and Resorts, Walt Disney Studios, Pixar, Walt Disney Animation, Imagineers, celebrities, and much more. From the opening Disney Legends ceremony through the final day, there's no D23 Expo topic that goes untouched. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/333Complete 2011 D23 Expo recap covering all three days of the Ultimate Disney Fan GatheringRicky takes you to the 2011 D23 Expo and talks you through all of the exciting presentations, exhibits, and surprises throughout the three-day Disney fan gathering. Topics include a tour of the show floor, presentations featuring Disney Parks and Resorts, Walt Disney Studios, Pixar, Walt Disney Animation, Imagineers, celebrities, and much more. From the opening Disney Legends ceremony through the final day, there's no D23 Expo topic that goes untouched.02:51:05Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:42:19 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms332.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms332.mp3After revealing the final announced details for the D23 Expo and a few bits of surprising news, we take you to the Magic Kingdom for the reopening of Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room in its classic form. Then we're joined by special guest Bruce Boxleitner, best known in the world of Disney for his roles in TRON and Tron: Legacy, to discuss his upcoming appearance at the D23 Expo, working on the TRON films, and much more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/332Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room returns to the Magic Kingdom, an interview with TRON star Bruce Boxleitner, and some surprising Disney news.After revealing the final announced details for the D23 Expo and a few bits of surprising news, we take you to the Magic Kingdom for the reopening of Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room in its classic form. Then we're joined by special guest Bruce Boxleitner, best known in the world of Disney for his roles in TRON and Tron: Legacy, to discuss his upcoming appearance at the D23 Expo, working on the TRON films, and much more.01:13:48Sun, 14 Aug 2011 20:30:54 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms331.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms331.mp3The 2011 D23 Expo is approaching fast and we're sharing the latest schedule changes and additions. Plus, we offer extensive tips to make the most out of your trip to the D23 Expo. We're also joined by Billy Dee Williams, best known for his role as Lando Calrissian in the Star Wars series, to discuss his upcoming appearance at the D23 Expo, his new Disney artwork, Star Tours, and more. And we wrap up the show with answers to your Disney trip planning questions. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/3312011 D23 Expo schedule updates, trip planning, and a chat with special guest Billy Dee Williams from Star Wars.The 2011 D23 Expo is approaching fast and we're sharing the latest schedule changes and additions. Plus, we offer extensive tips to make the most out of your trip to the D23 Expo. We're also joined by Billy Dee Williams, best known for his role as Lando Calrissian in the Star Wars series, to discuss his upcoming appearance at the D23 Expo, his new Disney artwork, Star Tours, and more. And we wrap up the show with answers to your Disney trip planning questions.01:30:41Sun, 07 Aug 2011 20:08:45 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms330.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms330.mp3As the new Aladdin musical ends its run at Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre, we're joined on the show by special guest Jonathan Freeman, voice of Jafar since the character's inception to discuss the new on-stage role as well as the origin of the voice. Then we visit Tinker Bell's Magical Nook, the new meet-and-greet in Adventureland at the Magic Kingdom and chat with a pair of fairies. And we finish the show with some Listener Feedback catch-up. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/330Interview with voice of Jafar Jonathan Freeman, plus a chat with Tinker Bell and Vidia inside their new Disney Fairies home, Tinker Bell's Magical Nook, at the Magic Kingdom.As the new Aladdin musical ends its run at Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre, we're joined on the show by special guest Jonathan Freeman, voice of Jafar since the character's inception to discuss the new on-stage role as well as the origin of the voice. Then we visit Tinker Bell's Magical Nook, the new meet-and-greet in Adventureland at the Magic Kingdom and chat with a pair of fairies. And we finish the show with some Listener Feedback catch-up.01:19:41Sun, 31 Jul 2011 18:53:20 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms329.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms329.mp3We take you to the 2011 San Diego Comic-Con in search of Disney fun. This week's SDCC show includes interviews with Ashley Eckstein of Star Wars fame, Pirates of the Caribbean production designer John Myhre, a follow-up with Joe Maddalena from Profiles in History and SyFy, and a chat with the Giz Wiz himself Dick DeBartolo. We also take you inside one of Comic-Con's most popular booths this year promoting Disney's upcoming ABC TV show Pan Am. Pee-wee Herman aka Paul Reubens talks about his role as Captain Rex being mostly removed from Star Tours and Orlando Magic NBA star Dwight Howard makes a surprise appearance for the Disney XD show Kick Buttowski. Plus, a round-up of other fun Disney sights and costumes seen throughout the convention. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/329Disney finds at the 2011 San Diego Comic-Con including exclusive interviews, panel highlights, convention floor booths, and more.We take you to the 2011 San Diego Comic-Con in search of Disney fun. This week's SDCC show includes interviews with Ashley Eckstein of Star Wars fame, Pirates of the Caribbean production designer John Myhre, a follow-up with Joe Maddalena from Profiles in History and SyFy, and a chat with the Giz Wiz himself Dick DeBartolo. We also take you inside one of Comic-Con's most popular booths this year promoting Disney's upcoming ABC TV show Pan Am. Pee-wee Herman aka Paul Reubens talks about his role as Captain Rex being mostly removed from Star Tours and Orlando Magic NBA star Dwight Howard makes a surprise appearance for the Disney XD show Kick Buttowski. Plus, a round-up of other fun Disney sights and costumes seen throughout the convention.01:26:02Tue, 26 Jul 2011 23:39:57 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms328.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms328.mp3After sharing news from Downtown Disney and New Fantasyland, Ricky reviews Disney's new Winnie the Pooh film. Skipper Ben joins us with his experience at Splitsville, the bowling and billiards venue coming to Walt Disney World. Finally, we share listener questions, comments, and even an Aladdin stage show review. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/328Little Mermaid ride news for Orlando, Winnie the Pooh review, Skipper Ben talks Splitsville.After sharing news from Downtown Disney and New Fantasyland, Ricky reviews Disney's new Winnie the Pooh film. Skipper Ben joins us with his experience at Splitsville, the bowling and billiards venue coming to Walt Disney World. Finally, we share listener questions, comments, and even an Aladdin stage show review.01:25:37Sun, 17 Jul 2011 23:30:13 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms327.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms327.mp3We look ahead to the D23 Expo and San Diego Comic Con, share fun Halloween updates, and much more theme park news. Then Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa stay cool during the hot summer months. Finally we catch up on listener feedback, questions, and comments including live interaction with the ITM chat room. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/327Convention panel and Halloween previews, Ben and Lisa keep cool, catch-up on listener feedback.We look ahead to the D23 Expo and San Diego Comic Con, share fun Halloween updates, and much more theme park news. Then Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa stay cool during the hot summer months. Finally we catch up on listener feedback, questions, and comments including live interaction with the ITM chat room.01:13:58Sun, 10 Jul 2011 16:13:38 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms326.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms326.mp3This week's news takes us through many Disney movie rumors and reports plus changes to Walt Disney World and Disneyland and upcoming event details. Then Skipper Ben offers a goofy but amusing cast member story, Ricky answers listener questions, and we offer an Independence Day Weekend treat by sharing a full performance of the talented All-American College Band at Disneyland. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/326Movie news and rumor round-up, Skipper Ben's silly cast member story, listener questions, and the All-American College Band at Disneyland.This week's news takes us through many Disney movie rumors and reports plus changes to Walt Disney World and Disneyland and upcoming event details. Then Skipper Ben offers a goofy but amusing cast member story, Ricky answers listener questions, and we offer an Independence Day Weekend treat by sharing a full performance of the talented All-American College Band at Disneyland.01:41:44Sun, 03 Jul 2011 15:49:35 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms325.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms325.mp3Assorted Disney and theme park news is followed by an assorted group of features as we interview the soon-to-be-retiring Al Weiss, President of Worldwide Operations for Disney Parks and Resorts, take you to the new Pirates of the Caribbean sequence in World of Color, review Disney producer Don Hahn's new book Brain Storm, and enjoy a piano rendition of One Little Spark from musician Tom Ameen. Plus we answer your questions in Listener Feedback. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/325Interview with retiring Disney President of Worldwide Operations Al Weiss, new Pirates sequence in World of Color, review of Don Hahn's book Brain Storm, and Tom Ameen's One Little Spark piano rendition.Assorted Disney and theme park news is followed by an assorted group of features as we interview the soon-to-be-retiring Al Weiss, President of Worldwide Operations for Disney Parks and Resorts, take you to the new Pirates of the Caribbean sequence in World of Color, review Disney producer Don Hahn's new book Brain Storm, and enjoy a piano rendition of One Little Spark from musician Tom Ameen. Plus we answer your questions in Listener Feedback.01:22:03Sun, 26 Jun 2011 16:30:12 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms324.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms324.mp3After news from Disney parks, movies, and the D23 Expo, we learn more about the changes coming to the entrance of Disney California Adventure from Disneyland Resort President George Kalogridis. Then Ricky interviews Imagineer Bob Weis and Disney California Adventure Vice President Mary Niven to discuss the ongoing changes and improvements. And Skipper Ben joins us to share a pair of stories that'll make you shout I'm Going to Disney World! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/324News from Disney parks and D23 Expo, California Adventure entrance info and interviews with Disneyland Resort President George Kalogridis, Imagineer Bob Weis and DCA VP Mary Niven, plus Skipper Ben on sports visits to WDW.After news from Disney parks, movies, and the D23 Expo, we learn more about the changes coming to the entrance of Disney California Adventure from Disneyland Resort President George Kalogridis. Then Ricky interviews Imagineer Bob Weis and Disney California Adventure Vice President Mary Niven to discuss the ongoing changes and improvements. And Skipper Ben joins us to share a pair of stories that'll make you shout I'm Going to Disney World!01:34:47Sun, 19 Jun 2011 15:21:35 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms323.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms323.mp3In a water-themed episode from the Disneyland Resort we dive deep into a review of the new Disneyland Hotel pool Monorail slides and then explore The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel's Undersea Adventure with the full grand opening ceremony featuring songs from Jodi Benson and Sherie Rene Scott, a binaural ride-through, and several Imagineer interviews including one on the ride itself. Then we answer your questions and comments, including some in our live chat room. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/323New Disneyland Hotel pool review with Monorail slides, The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel's Undersea Adventure grand opening, binaural ride, Imagineer interviews.In a water-themed episode from the Disneyland Resort we dive deep into a review of the new Disneyland Hotel pool Monorail slides and then explore The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel's Undersea Adventure with the full grand opening ceremony featuring songs from Jodi Benson and Sherie Rene Scott, a binaural ride-through, and several Imagineer interviews including one on the ride itself. Then we answer your questions and comments, including some in our live chat room.01:49:00Sun, 12 Jun 2011 16:14:28 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms322.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms322.mp3After a busy trip to Disneyland, Ricky recaps two days of excitement from the Soundsational Summer media event encompassing The Little Mermaid ride, Star Tours 3D, Mickey's Soundsational Parade, Disneyland Hotel pool, and much more. This overview show is just the beginning of several weeks of reviews, in-park audio, and interviews from throughout all that's new at the Disneyland Resort! Plus, Skipper Ben makes his return to Inside the Magic with a new celebrity story. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/322Disneyland Soundsational media event recap including Little Mermaid and Star Tours, plus Skipper Ben returns!After a busy trip to Disneyland, Ricky recaps two days of excitement from the Soundsational Summer media event encompassing The Little Mermaid ride, Star Tours 3D, Mickey's Soundsational Parade, Disneyland Hotel pool, and much more. This overview show is just the beginning of several weeks of reviews, in-park audio, and interviews from throughout all that's new at the Disneyland Resort! Plus, Skipper Ben makes his return to Inside the Magic with a new celebrity story.01:09:58Mon, 06 Jun 2011 23:47:44 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms321.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms321.mp3Days before the upcoming grand openings at Disneyland, we take you to the grand opening of the new Cheetah Hunt roller coaster at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay to learn about what inspired its creation and to rave about the exciting ride. Then Ricky recaps all that was Destination D: Walt Disney World including summaries of each of its many interesting and entertaining presentations. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/321Cheetah Hunt roller coaster opening review and interview at Busch Gardens and a complete Destination D: Walt Disney World report and recap.Days before the upcoming grand openings at Disneyland, we take you to the grand opening of the new Cheetah Hunt roller coaster at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay to learn about what inspired its creation and to rave about the exciting ride. Then Ricky recaps all that was Destination D: Walt Disney World including summaries of each of its many interesting and entertaining presentations.01:32:52Sun, 29 May 2011 00:22:05 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms320.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms320.mp3We have a galaxy-sized show this week as we bring you news and excitement from this planet and beyond! First we dive into all the details revealed about Disney's newest cruise ship, the Disney Fantasy. Then Ricky reviews Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. Finally, we take you to grand opening day of Star Tours: The Adventures Continue at Disney's Hollywood Studios including the opening ceremony, two Imagineer Q and A sessions, and exclusive one-on-one interviews with Imagineers Eric Jacobson and Kathy Rogers as well as C-3PO himself Anthony Daniels. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/320Disney Fantasy cruise details, Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides review, and Star Tours 2 grand opening and interviews.We have a galaxy-sized show this week as we bring you news and excitement from this planet and beyond! First we dive into all the details revealed about Disney's newest cruise ship, the Disney Fantasy. Then Ricky reviews Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. Finally, we take you to grand opening day of Star Tours: The Adventures Continue at Disney's Hollywood Studios including the opening ceremony, two Imagineer Q and A sessions, and exclusive one-on-one interviews with Imagineers Eric Jacobson and Kathy Rogers as well as C-3PO himself Anthony Daniels.01:47:36Sun, 22 May 2011 14:34:25 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms319.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms319.mp3From an incredibly busy Disney weekend, we bring you news and excitement inside Star Tours: The Adventures Continue, the Great Disney Scavenger Hunt, and Destination D: Walt Disney World. First, get a news round-up that includes new details for Fantasyland and the Art of Animation Resort. Ricky then recounts his adventure through the Great Disney Scavenger Hunt achieving a third place finish. Finally we take you on a preview trip through the upgraded and enhanced Star Tours: The Adventures Continue including a spoiler-free review followed by a spoiler-filled description of the entire queue and attraction including binaural audio recordings throughout. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/319Fantasyland and Art of Animation Resort news, Great Disney Scavenger Hunt recap, and Star Tours: The Adventures Continue preview report with full ride binaural audio.From an incredibly busy Disney weekend, we bring you news and excitement inside Star Tours: The Adventures Continue, the Great Disney Scavenger Hunt, and Destination D: Walt Disney World. First, get a news round-up that includes new details for Fantasyland and the Art of Animation Resort. Ricky then recounts his adventure through the Great Disney Scavenger Hunt achieving a third place finish. Finally we take you on a preview trip through the upgraded and enhanced Star Tours: The Adventures Continue including a spoiler-free review followed by a spoiler-filled description of the entire queue and attraction including binaural audio recordings throughout.01:28:26Tue, 17 May 2011 00:44:46 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms318.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms318.mp3This week's show is filled with excitement from Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides and Star Tours: The Adventures Continue, including a first-hand report from the Pirates 4 world premiere at Disneyland. Then we take a trip to the UK at Epcot to enjoy a full set from the new English Channel band. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/318Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides premiere report from Disneyland, Star Tours 3D news, and the English Channel band at Epcot.This week's show is filled with excitement from Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides and Star Tours: The Adventures Continue, including a first-hand report from the Pirates 4 world premiere at Disneyland. Then we take a trip to the UK at Epcot to enjoy a full set from the new English Channel band.01:24:23Sun, 08 May 2011 14:48:26 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms317.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms317.mp3Star Tours 2 excitement continues with exclusive interviews with Bree Starliner, PR rep for the Star Tours company, and none other than C-3PO and R2-D2 as part of the ongoing Star Tours mall tour. Then in honor of the 22nd anniversary of Disney's Hollywood Studios we're joined by Profiles in History president Joe Maddalena to discuss the amazing and rare Disney collectibles they're auctioning off in their upcoming Hollywood Auction 44. Finally we share the full final performance of The British Invasion at Epcot, courtesy of MouseSteps.com and JeffLangeDVD.com. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/317Star Tours 2 preview and interviews, Joe Maddalena of Profiles in History auctions, and The British Invasion's last Epcot performance.Star Tours 2 excitement continues with exclusive interviews with Bree Starliner, PR rep for the Star Tours company, and none other than C-3PO and R2-D2 as part of the ongoing Star Tours mall tour. Then in honor of the 22nd anniversary of Disney's Hollywood Studios we're joined by Profiles in History president Joe Maddalena to discuss the amazing and rare Disney collectibles they're auctioning off in their upcoming Hollywood Auction 44. Finally we share the full final performance of The British Invasion at Epcot, courtesy of MouseSteps.com and JeffLangeDVD.com.01:44:25Sun, 01 May 2011 14:41:24 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms316.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms316.mp3After a wide assortment of Disney and theme park news, Cast Corner returns to Inside the Magic featuring your Disney cast member stories. Also sprinkled throughout the show are a few magical moments that pop up when you least expect them. Plus Ricky shares your Disney tips and comments as well as answers a few questions. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/316Star Tours 2 updates and plenty more news, Cast Corner returns, Magical Moments, and more.After a wide assortment of Disney and theme park news, Cast Corner returns to Inside the Magic featuring your Disney cast member stories. Also sprinkled throughout the show are a few magical moments that pop up when you least expect them. Plus Ricky shares your Disney tips and comments as well as answers a few questions.01:05:10Sun, 24 Apr 2011 13:25:56 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms315.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms315.mp3In our first live streamed show on YouTube, we dive into news about Star Tours, Fantasyland, and beyond. Skipper Ben joins us with a story of how he almost worked at Star Tours. Then we have an extensive and hunger-inducing review of Victoria and Albert's at the Grand Floridian Resort. Plus, Ricky answers emails and, for the first time ever, live listener feedback! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/315Live YouTube recording, Star Tours, Skipper Ben's cast member story, and a review of Victoria and Albert's.In our first live streamed show on YouTube, we dive into news about Star Tours, Fantasyland, and beyond. Skipper Ben joins us with a story of how he almost worked at Star Tours. Then we have an extensive and hunger-inducing review of Victoria and Albert's at the Grand Floridian Resort. Plus, Ricky answers emails and, for the first time ever, live listener feedback!01:26:22Sun, 17 Apr 2011 15:08:58 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms314.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms314.mp3After exciting news from The Haunted Mansion, Star Tours, and Disney Cruise Line, we fill the show with Disney music, from new songs to fun and unique renditions. Included in our Disney music playlist are songs from Epcot, the new Winnie the Pooh film, it's a small world, Tron: Legacy, and Aladdin. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/314Exciting news plus Disney music featuring an Epcot parade, Winnie the Pooh, small world, TRON, and Aladdin.After exciting news from The Haunted Mansion, Star Tours, and Disney Cruise Line, we fill the show with Disney music, from new songs to fun and unique renditions. Included in our Disney music playlist are songs from Epcot, the new Winnie the Pooh film, it's a small world, Tron: Legacy, and Aladdin.01:04:15Sun, 10 Apr 2011 09:28:44 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms313.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms313.mp3This week's show includes an excited preview review of Tron: Legacy and TRON on Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray, and DVD. Then in honor of The Ellen DeGeneres Show taping at Universal Orlando earlier today, Ricky shares a complete binaural recording of Ellen's Energy Adventure at Epcot. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/313Preview review of Tron: Legacy and TRON on Blu-ray, plus a binaural trip aboard Ellen's Energy Adventure at Epcot.This week's show includes an excited preview review of Tron: Legacy and TRON on Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray, and DVD. Then in honor of The Ellen DeGeneres Show taping at Universal Orlando earlier today, Ricky shares a complete binaural recording of Ellen's Energy Adventure at Epcot.01:35:37Sun, 03 Apr 2011 20:09:43 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms312.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms312.mp3Following the news, Ricky reviews the upcoming home release of Tangled, including Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray, DVD, and bonus features. Then we're joined by the hilarious voices of Coaster Radio to discuss Theme Park Change. Skipper Ben rounds out the show with a tale of one long, fun day at Disneyland. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/312Tangled Blu-ray/DVD review, Theme Park Change, and Skipper Ben's long day at Disneyland.Following the news, Ricky reviews the upcoming home release of Tangled, including Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray, DVD, and bonus features. Then we're joined by the hilarious voices of Coaster Radio to discuss Theme Park Change. Skipper Ben rounds out the show with a tale of one long, fun day at Disneyland.01:29:37Sun, 27 Mar 2011 23:02:32 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms311.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms311.mp3Ricky takes you on an in-depth virtual tour of the new Haunted Mansion interactive queue including binaural audio clips of the haunted new crypts. Then we head to Epcot for the opening ceremony of Disney Magic of Healthy Living - The Weekend featuring an interview with Disney Chef Gary Jones about creating healthier food options in theme parks and a chat with Disney Channel star Alyson Stoner about how she lives a healthy lifestyle, staying smart on Twitter, The Hunger Games, and a few other fun topics. As an end-of-the-show bonus, hear the popular JAMMitors perform their unique style of music live as kitchen chefs. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/311Haunted Mansion interactive queue, interviews with Disney Chef Gary Jones and Disney Channel star Alyson Stoner, plus the JAMMitors perform.Ricky takes you on an in-depth virtual tour of the new Haunted Mansion interactive queue including binaural audio clips of the haunted new crypts. Then we head to Epcot for the opening ceremony of Disney Magic of Healthy Living - The Weekend featuring an interview with Disney Chef Gary Jones about creating healthier food options in theme parks and a chat with Disney Channel star Alyson Stoner about how she lives a healthy lifestyle, staying smart on Twitter, The Hunger Games, and a few other fun topics. As an end-of-the-show bonus, hear the popular JAMMitors perform their unique style of music live as kitchen chefs.01:43:36Sun, 20 Mar 2011 17:24:20 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms310.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms310.mp3We begin the show with coverage of the impact of the recent major earthquake on Tokyo Disneyland with an exclusive first-hand report from a Disney fan who was in the park at the time of the disaster. Following that report and more big Disney news taking us to the Haunted Mansion, Star Tours and beyond, Skipper Ben joins us with another fun Cast Member story. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/310First-hand earthquake report from Tokyo Disneyland and Skipper Ben's Pleasure Island cast member story.We begin the show with coverage of the impact of the recent major earthquake on Tokyo Disneyland with an exclusive first-hand report from a Disney fan who was in the park at the time of the disaster. Following that report and more big Disney news taking us to the Haunted Mansion, Star Tours and beyond, Skipper Ben joins us with another fun Cast Member story.01:02:14Sun, 13 Mar 2011 21:48:05 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms309.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms309.mp3Following another week of exciting Disney and theme park news, we are joined by former Walt Disney Imagineer and current freelance artist Don Carson to help answer the question: How do I become an Imagineer? If designing theme park attractions is your idea of a dream job, this conversation may help you achieve it. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/309Answering the question 'How do I become an Imagineer?' with former Walt Disney Imagineer and current freelance artist Don CarsonFollowing another week of exciting Disney and theme park news, we are joined by former Walt Disney Imagineer and current freelance artist Don Carson to help answer the question: How do I become an Imagineer? If designing theme park attractions is your idea of a dream job, this conversation may help you achieve it.01:09:37Sun, 06 Mar 2011 13:14:37 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms308.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms308.mp3It's been yet another BIG Disney news week as we cover The Haunted Mansion, Mickey Mouse's new home, Disneyland attraction opening dates, and much more. Then we prepare for the Academy Awards with a fun new binaural recording of The Great Movie Ride at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa also join us with a trip report for their latest vacation to Walt Disney World including a big announcement. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/308Big Disney news from The Haunted Mansion and Disneyland, Academy Award preparation with The Great Movie Ride, and Skipper Ben's latest trip report.It's been yet another BIG Disney news week as we cover The Haunted Mansion, Mickey Mouse's new home, Disneyland attraction opening dates, and much more. Then we prepare for the Academy Awards with a fun new binaural recording of The Great Movie Ride at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa also join us with a trip report for their latest vacation to Walt Disney World including a big announcement.01:31:10Sun, 27 Feb 2011 15:47:37 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms307.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms307.mp3Following plenty of exciting and even some controversial Disney news, we are joined by special guest Phil Snyder, the latest voice to take on the role of Jiminy Cricket for Disney. And when we think of Jiminy Cricket, SpectroMagic comes to mind so we share the fun music and sounds from this nighttime parade. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/307Interview with voice actor and newest Jiminy Cricket, Phil Snyder, followed by an audio trip through SpectroMagic.Following plenty of exciting and even some controversial Disney news, we are joined by special guest Phil Snyder, the latest voice to take on the role of Jiminy Cricket for Disney. And when we think of Jiminy Cricket, SpectroMagic comes to mind so we share the fun music and sounds from this nighttime parade.01:06:33Sun, 20 Feb 2011 13:04:22 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms306.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms306.mp3We begin the show by wrapping up Toontown's closing, Star Tours, and plenty more fun Disney news. Then musician Tom Ameen joins us once again with a piano rendition of another classic Disney theme park tune. Skipper Ben joins Ricky once again for another edition of TTA Talk to discuss ongoing Fantasyland changes. Finally, Nathan offers more amusing insight into what it's like Living with Disney. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/306Toontown, Star Tours, and other big Disney news, Tom Ameen's Fantasmic rendition, TTA Talk, and Living with Disney.We begin the show by wrapping up Toontown's closing, Star Tours, and plenty more fun Disney news. Then musician Tom Ameen joins us once again with a piano rendition of another classic Disney theme park tune. Skipper Ben joins Ricky once again for another edition of TTA Talk to discuss ongoing Fantasyland changes. Finally, Nathan offers more amusing insight into what it's like Living with Disney.01:09:28Sun, 13 Feb 2011 16:55:56 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms305.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms305.mp3Disney producer and director Don Hahn joins us this week to discuss the creation of the eye-opening documentary Waking Sleeping Beauty. Following that interview, Ricky hops aboard the Tomorrowland Transit Authority to chat with Skipper Ben in another installment of TTA Talk, covering Magic, Memories, and You, Space Mountain with Starry-O-Phonic sound, Via Napoli, and other fun Disney topics. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/305Interview with Don Hahn, Disney producer and director of Waking Sleeping Beauty, plus TTA Talk with Skipper Ben.Disney producer and director Don Hahn joins us this week to discuss the creation of the eye-opening documentary Waking Sleeping Beauty. Following that interview, Ricky hops aboard the Tomorrowland Transit Authority to chat with Skipper Ben in another installment of TTA Talk, covering Magic, Memories, and You, Space Mountain with Starry-O-Phonic sound, Via Napoli, and other fun Disney topics.01:13:43Sun, 06 Feb 2011 02:19:19 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms304.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms304.mp3Learn more about The Magic, the Memories, and You projection show at Walt Disney World and now Disneyland, with introductions by Disneyland Resort president George Kalogridis and show director Alan Bruun. Then hop aboard the new Disney Dream cruise ship as Ricky takes you on an extensive trip report from the Christening Cruise including dining, entertainment, tips, and plenty of live audio. It's everything you ever wanted to know about Disney's third and largest cruise ship in the world, all packed into one mega-episode. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/304Complete Disney Dream cruise report including dining, entertainment and live audio. Plus Disneyland debuts The Magic, the Memories, and You.Learn more about The Magic, the Memories, and You projection show at Walt Disney World and now Disneyland, with introductions by Disneyland Resort president George Kalogridis and show director Alan Bruun. Then hop aboard the new Disney Dream cruise ship as Ricky takes you on an extensive trip report from the Christening Cruise including dining, entertainment, tips, and plenty of live audio. It's everything you ever wanted to know about Disney's third and largest cruise ship in the world, all packed into one mega-episode.03:38:19Sun, 30 Jan 2011 16:48:52 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms303.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms303.mp3We dive into this week's huge Disney news including new details and attractions for the Fantasyland expansion, the full Let the Memories Begin presentation from a special Magic Kingdom event, the new Magic, Memories, and You! projection show on Cinderella Castle, and interviews with Walt Disney Imagineer Eric Jacobson and Disney Show Director Alan Bruun. Following all that, Ricky offers a few brief thoughts on the new Disney Dream cruise ship, which will be covered completely on next week's show. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/303New Fantasyland expansion details, a special Magic Kingdom presentation, Magic Memories and You! show, Imagineer interviews, and Disney Dream thoughts.We dive into this week's huge Disney news including new details and attractions for the Fantasyland expansion, the full Let the Memories Begin presentation from a special Magic Kingdom event, the new Magic, Memories, and You! projection show on Cinderella Castle, and interviews with Walt Disney Imagineer Eric Jacobson and Disney Show Director Alan Bruun. Following all that, Ricky offers a few brief thoughts on the new Disney Dream cruise ship, which will be covered completely on next week's show.01:42:19Sun, 23 Jan 2011 15:50:30 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms302.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms302.mp3Two new Disney experiences premiered this week and we begin with a review of the Wild Africa Trek at Disney's Animal Kingdom including a brief interview with Animal Kingdom vice president Michael Michael Colglazier. Then we take you to Disney's Hollywood Studios to enjoy the comedy stylings of the Citizens of Hollywood streetmosphere performers followed by the new Pixar Pals Countdown to Fun parade along with Ricky's thoughts on it. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/302Review of the new Wild Africa Trek followed by audio of the Citizens of Hollywood and new Pixar Pals Countdown to Fun paradeTwo new Disney experiences premiered this week and we begin with a review of the Wild Africa Trek at Disney's Animal Kingdom including a brief interview with Animal Kingdom vice president Michael Michael Colglazier. Then we take you to Disney's Hollywood Studios to enjoy the comedy stylings of the Citizens of Hollywood streetmosphere performers followed by the new Pixar Pals Countdown to Fun parade along with Ricky's thoughts on it.01:15:32Sun, 16 Jan 2011 22:30:22 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms301.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms301.mp3After a long, long 2010 Ear in Review last week, we return to a regular show where we catch up on all the latest Disney and theme park news, Skipper Ben returns with a Disneyland trip report, and we also catch up on listener questions and comments. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/301Catch-up on Disney and theme park news, Skipper Ben's trip report, and listener feedback.After a long, long 2010 Ear in Review last week, we return to a regular show where we catch up on all the latest Disney and theme park news, Skipper Ben returns with a Disneyland trip report, and we also catch up on listener questions and comments.01:13:48Sun, 09 Jan 2011 15:42:52 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms300.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms300.mp3Join Ricky Brigante and Paul Barrie in an exhaustively in-depth Ear in Review as we look back at the world of Disney in the year of 2010. In addition to these hours of entertainment, we're also celebrating the 300th episode of Inside the Magic with a contest filled with fabulous prizes! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/3002010 Ear in Review with Ricky Brigante and Paul Barrie. Plus we celebrate 300 shows with a big contest!Join Ricky Brigante and Paul Barrie in an exhaustively in-depth Ear in Review as we look back at the world of Disney in the year of 2010. In addition to these hours of entertainment, we're also celebrating the 300th episode of Inside the Magic with a contest filled with fabulous prizes!05:00:27Fri, 31 Dec 2010 23:25:21 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms299.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms299.mp3It's the Inside the Magic post-Christmas show! After an extraordinarily brief bit of news, we bring you some bonus Christmas time audio in the form of Disney's long-extinct LuminAria show from Disney California Adventure. Nathan joins us for another installment of Living with Disney. Then we step back onto the Grid with a fun TRON narrated storybook reading followed by some listener feedback. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/299Disney's LuminAria Holiday Spectacular, Nathan's Living with Disney - Christmas Edition, TRON read-along storybook, and some listener feedback.It's the Inside the Magic post-Christmas show! After an extraordinarily brief bit of news, we bring you some bonus Christmas time audio in the form of Disney's long-extinct LuminAria show from Disney California Adventure. Nathan joins us for another installment of Living with Disney. Then we step back onto the Grid with a fun TRON narrated storybook reading followed by some listener feedback.00:59:45Sun, 26 Dec 2010 13:23:36 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms298.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms298.mp3Following Ricky's review of Tron Legacy, we bring you an Inside the Magic Christmas Extravaganza featuring binaural recordings from the Osborne Spectacle of Dancing lights at Disney's Hollywoood Studios, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party with ambient audio, the Dapper Dans, Holiday Wishes, and trips aboard a few Magic Kingdom rides, and a trip to Universal Studios Orlando as former a cappella Disney singers Toxic Audio perform their Sounds of the Holidays. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/298Tron Legacy review followed by a Christmas Extravaganza from Disney's Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom, and Universal Studios Orlando, featuring plenty of Christmas music, performances, and even a few rides.Following Ricky's review of Tron Legacy, we bring you an Inside the Magic Christmas Extravaganza featuring binaural recordings from the Osborne Spectacle of Dancing lights at Disney's Hollywoood Studios, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party with ambient audio, the Dapper Dans, Holiday Wishes, and trips aboard a few Magic Kingdom rides, and a trip to Universal Studios Orlando as former a cappella Disney singers Toxic Audio perform their Sounds of the Holidays.01:57:45Sun, 19 Dec 2010 15:47:49 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms297.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms297.mp3After plenty of theme park and movie news, Ricky offers another trio of reviews, this time for three restaurant concepts in one location. This week's reviews feature Pollo Campero, Fresh A-Peel, and Babycakes NYC at Walt Disney World's Downtown Disney including interviews with Levy Restaurants chef di duisine Robin Rosenberg and Babycakes NYC founder Erin McKenna. Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa return with planning another fun trip to Walt Disney World. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/297Reviews and interviews from Pollo Campero, Fresh A-Peel, and Babycakes NYC, and more of Skipper Ben's trip planning.After plenty of theme park and movie news, Ricky offers another trio of reviews, this time for three restaurant concepts in one location. This week's reviews feature Pollo Campero, Fresh A-Peel, and Babycakes NYC at Walt Disney World's Downtown Disney including interviews with Levy Restaurants chef di duisine Robin Rosenberg and Babycakes NYC founder Erin McKenna. Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa return with planning another fun trip to Walt Disney World.01:23:22Sun, 12 Dec 2010 15:34:07 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms296.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms296.mp3We hold the Christmas content this week in favor of three reviews. First, Ricky reviews the Nintendo Wii game Disney Epic Mickey. Then a two-part review begins with a discussion of the new Concession Stand of the Future at the Downtown Disney AMC followed by a spoiler-free look at what makes Tangled one of Disney's best animated films in recent years. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/296A trio of reviews featuring Disney Epic Mickey, Tangled, and the Downtown Disney AMC Concession Stand of the Future.We hold the Christmas content this week in favor of three reviews. First, Ricky reviews the Nintendo Wii game Disney Epic Mickey. Then a two-part review begins with a discussion of the new Concession Stand of the Future at the Downtown Disney AMC followed by a spoiler-free look at what makes Tangled one of Disney's best animated films in recent years.01:09:58Sun, 05 Dec 2010 22:34:36 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms295.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms295.mp3Right before your very ears, Ricky turns 30 years old during the recording of this episode. Beyond that fairly obscure fact, Ricky also shares his Top 10 Disney Christmas Gift ideas. Nathan joins us once again for another installment of Living with Disney. We round out the show by catching up on your listener questions and comments. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/295Ricky's 30th birthday, Top 10 Disney gift ideas, Living with Disney, and Listener FeedbackRight before your very ears, Ricky turns 30 years old during the recording of this episode. Beyond that fairly obscure fact, Ricky also shares his Top 10 Disney Christmas Gift ideas. Nathan joins us once again for another installment of Living with Disney. We round out the show by catching up on your listener questions and comments.01:10:59Sat, 27 Nov 2010 23:34:04 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms294.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms294.mp3After some big and surprising news, our lengthy but entertaining main feature brings you to the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo 2010 in Orlando for a presentation featuring Disney Legends Marty Sklar and Mickey Steinberg, moderated by former Imagineer Bob Rogers, to discuss Disney's creation of theme parks and involvement in cultures outside the United States from the perspectives of a creative leader and a project manager. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/294IAAPA Expo presentation on foreign Disney theme parks featuring Disney Legends Marty Sklar and Mickey Steinberg, moderated by former Imagineer Bob Rogers.After some big and surprising news, our lengthy but entertaining main feature brings you to the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo 2010 in Orlando for a presentation featuring Disney Legends Marty Sklar and Mickey Steinberg, moderated by former Imagineer Bob Rogers, to discuss Disney's creation of theme parks and involvement in cultures outside the United States from the perspectives of a creative leader and a project manager.01:54:31Sun, 21 Nov 2010 09:11:23 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms293.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms293.mp3It's another big Disney news week including interesting new movie information and analysis of Disney's Q4 financial results. Beyond the news, Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa reminisce about gone-but-not-forgotten elements of Disney's Animal Kingdom. Then we share an interesting old interview with Walt Disney himself about his involvement the 1964-65 World's Fair. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/293News including analysis of Disney's Q4 financial results, Animal Kingdom nostalgia, and Walt Disney World's Fair interview.It's another big Disney news week including interesting new movie information and analysis of Disney's Q4 financial results. Beyond the news, Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa reminisce about gone-but-not-forgotten elements of Disney's Animal Kingdom. Then we share an interesting old interview with Walt Disney himself about his involvement the 1964-65 World's Fair.01:11:14Sun, 14 Nov 2010 14:44:51 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms292.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms292.mp3Beyond an extra-large news segment, Ricky reviews the recently-released Toy Story 3 Blu-ray combo pack. Then singer Tony Alcantara offers his a cappella rendition of "You've Got a Friend in Me." Finally, we wrap up the show with listener comments and questions. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/292Lots of Disney news, Toy Story 3 Blu-ray review and a capella song, and listener feedback.Beyond an extra-large news segment, Ricky reviews the recently-released Toy Story 3 Blu-ray combo pack. Then singer Tony Alcantara offers his a cappella rendition of "You've Got a Friend in Me." Finally, we wrap up the show with listener comments and questions.01:01:45Sun, 07 Nov 2010 16:55:04 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms291.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms291.mp3It's Halloween once again on Inside the Magic! Beyond the news, Ricky offers a terror-filled trip report from California including Mickey's Halloween Party, Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy, Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, Knott's Scary Farm, and much more. Jay and Mark return for another eerie installment of Backstage Pass. Then Skipper Ben introduces Princess Lisa with a creepy cast member story of her own. And we have plenty more spooky surprises, so stay tuned till the end! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/291Halloween special including a terror-filled California trip report, Backstage Pass, Princess Lisa's creepy cast member story and more surprises.It's Halloween once again on Inside the Magic! Beyond the news, Ricky offers a terror-filled trip report from California including Mickey's Halloween Party, Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy, Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, Knott's Scary Farm, and much more. Jay and Mark return for another eerie installment of Backstage Pass. Then Skipper Ben introduces Princess Lisa with a creepy cast member story of her own. And we have plenty more spooky surprises, so stay tuned till the end!01:58:13Sun, 31 Oct 2010 11:51:41 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms290.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms290.mp3Halloween fun continues this week with Marcy discussing Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy and an interview with John Murdy, creative director for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood in California. Plus Ricky answers all of your recent questions, comments, and concerns about the world of Disney and beyond. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/290Universal Studios Hollywood creative director John Murdy interview, Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy talk, and listener questions answered.Halloween fun continues this week with Marcy discussing Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy and an interview with John Murdy, creative director for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood in California. Plus Ricky answers all of your recent questions, comments, and concerns about the world of Disney and beyond.01:00:01Sun, 24 Oct 2010 13:13:46 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms289.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms289.mp3This week, from the makers of the famous Pirates Rehab Update(tm) comes the new Fantasyland Expansion Update(tm)! Then Marcy Massura shares some tips for wearing costumes to Disney parks at Halloween time. And you can't have Halloween without candy, so Ricky takes you on a trip to the "Sweetest Place on Earth" - Hershey, Pennsylvania. Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa round out the show with a nostalgic journey through Magic Kingdom attractions of the past. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/289Fantasyland Expansion Update, a trip to Hershey Pennsylvania, Halloween costuming tips, and Magic Kingdom extinct attractions.This week, from the makers of the famous Pirates Rehab Update(tm) comes the new Fantasyland Expansion Update(tm)! Then Marcy Massura shares some tips for wearing costumes to Disney parks at Halloween time. And you can't have Halloween without candy, so Ricky takes you on a trip to the "Sweetest Place on Earth" - Hershey, Pennsylvania. Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa round out the show with a nostalgic journey through Magic Kingdom attractions of the past.01:22:49Sun, 17 Oct 2010 14:15:23 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms288.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms288.mp3Enter the grid as Jeremiah Daws takes you to opening night of ElecTRONica at the Disney California Adventure theme park. We welcome new Inside the Magic contributor Marcy Massura as she brings us inside Haunted Mansion Holiday to learn more about the annual macabre makeover. Nathan S returns with another installment of Living with Disney and we address all of your recent listener questions and comments. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/288ElecTRONica opening night, inside Haunted Mansion Holiday, Living with Disney, and listener feedback.Enter the grid as Jeremiah Daws takes you to opening night of ElecTRONica at the Disney California Adventure theme park. We welcome new Inside the Magic contributor Marcy Massura as she brings us inside Haunted Mansion Holiday to learn more about the annual macabre makeover. Nathan S returns with another installment of Living with Disney and we address all of your recent listener questions and comments.01:11:49Sun, 10 Oct 2010 15:14:24 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms287.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms287.mp3Ricky makes you hungry by discussing his favorite dishes from the 15th annual Epcot International Food and Wine Festival. Then we get lost in the rockin' world of Howl-O-Scream 2010 at Busch Gardens featuring live recordings and interviews with creative director Scott Swenson and the event's icon herself, Sylvie from the band My X. Plus Ricky shares his spoiler-free thoughts on Howl-O-Scream's unique new personal experience in horror, Alone. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/28715th annual Epcot Food and Wine Festival, Howl-O-Scream 2010 with interviews and live recordings.Ricky makes you hungry by discussing his favorite dishes from the 15th annual Epcot International Food and Wine Festival. Then we get lost in the rockin' world of Howl-O-Scream 2010 at Busch Gardens featuring live recordings and interviews with creative director Scott Swenson and the event's icon herself, Sylvie from the band My X. Plus Ricky shares his spoiler-free thoughts on Howl-O-Scream's unique new personal experience in horror, Alone.01:42:27Sun, 03 Oct 2010 16:02:25 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms286.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms286.mp3We visit Halloween Horror Nights XX at Universal Orlando with a full event review plus interviews with show directors Mike Aiello and Patrick Braillard as well as Universal's Director of Art and Design in their Entertainment Department TJ Mannarino. Then we take a trip through Ricky's three favorite Horror Nights haunted houses for 2010. Moving away from Halloween, Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa round out the show discussing their fondest memories of extinct attractions at Epcot. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/286Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights 2010 review, interviews, and haunted house audio followed by at look at Epcot's past in Cruisin' the World.We visit Halloween Horror Nights XX at Universal Orlando with a full event review plus interviews with show directors Mike Aiello and Patrick Braillard as well as Universal's Director of Art and Design in their Entertainment Department TJ Mannarino. Then we take a trip through Ricky's three favorite Horror Nights haunted houses for 2010. Moving away from Halloween, Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa round out the show discussing their fondest memories of extinct attractions at Epcot.01:38:58Sun, 26 Sep 2010 18:01:11 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms285.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms285.mp3Beyond some exciting Disney and theme park news, we travel to Mexico at Epcot for the grand opening of La Cantina and La Hacienda de San Angel including interviews and a food review. Skipper Ben returns with a trip on Pirates of the Caribbean and we answer a few listener questions. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/285Review and interviews from La Cantina and La Hacienda de San Angel at Epcot's Mexico pavilion, Skipper Ben on Pirates, and listener feedback.Beyond some exciting Disney and theme park news, we travel to Mexico at Epcot for the grand opening of La Cantina and La Hacienda de San Angel including interviews and a food review. Skipper Ben returns with a trip on Pirates of the Caribbean and we answer a few listener questions.01:03:15Sun, 19 Sep 2010 18:41:00 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms284.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms284.mp3Take a final flight on Star Tours at Disney's Hollywood Studios with D23 members, guests, and a few Stormtroopers. Then Nathan S. delivers a humorous take on what it's like living with a Disney fanatic, which might hit close to home for you. We wrap up the show by catching up on listener questions, comments, and feedback. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/284Star Tours final flight at Disney's Hollywood Studios, living with a Disney fanatic, and listener feedback catch-up.Take a final flight on Star Tours at Disney's Hollywood Studios with D23 members, guests, and a few Stormtroopers. Then Nathan S. delivers a humorous take on what it's like living with a Disney fanatic, which might hit close to home for you. We wrap up the show by catching up on listener questions, comments, and feedback.01:08:35Sun, 12 Sep 2010 16:15:40 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms283.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms283.mp3Join us for a binaural ride on the updated Space Mountain at the Magic Kingdom to hear the new onride music and sound effects. Visit Walt Disney World's new luxury pet resort on grand opening day to learn more about it through interviews with Dennis Dolan, president and CEO of Best Friends Pet Care, and Phil Bernard, vice president of Walt Disney World Operating Participants. Then Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa chime in with the most missed attractions at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/283New Space Mountain music and sound effects binaural recording and thoughts, Best Friends Pet Care opening and interviews, and Skipper Ben's most missed attractions at Disney's Hollywood Studios.Join us for a binaural ride on the updated Space Mountain at the Magic Kingdom to hear the new onride music and sound effects. Visit Walt Disney World's new luxury pet resort on grand opening day to learn more about it through interviews with Dennis Dolan, president and CEO of Best Friends Pet Care, and Phil Bernard, vice president of Walt Disney World Operating Participants. Then Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa chime in with the most missed attractions at Disney's Hollywood Studios.01:09:42Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:19:50 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms282.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms282.mp3Halloween season is approaching in Central Florida so this week Ricky previews the three area's major spooky events: Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom, Halloween Horror Nights 20 at Universal Studios, and Howl-O-Scream 11 at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Included is an interview with Halloween Horror Nights creators Mike Aiello, Patrick Braillard, and TJ Mannarino. Plus, we have plenty of Disney and theme park news and we share your questions and stories. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/282Halloween 2010 preview featuring information and interviews for Mickey's Not-So-Scary, Halloween Horror Nights 20, and Howl-O-Scream 11.Halloween season is approaching in Central Florida so this week Ricky previews the three area's major spooky events: Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom, Halloween Horror Nights 20 at Universal Studios, and Howl-O-Scream 11 at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Included is an interview with Halloween Horror Nights creators Mike Aiello, Patrick Braillard, and TJ Mannarino. Plus, we have plenty of Disney and theme park news and we share your questions and stories.01:08:04Sun, 29 Aug 2010 15:20:16 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms281.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms281.mp3After the news, we visit the World of Cars Online premiere event including interviews with actor Cheech Marin and Pixar's Cars Franchise Manager Jay Ward to learn more about the new online community and more Pixar fun. Then Skipper Ben takes us to Neverland on Peter Pan's Flight and ITM listener Reid reviews the Toy Story 3 video game. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/281World of Cars Online including interviews with actor Cheech Marin and Pixar's Jay Ward, Skipper Ben on Peter Pan's Flight, and a Toy Story 3 video game review.After the news, we visit the World of Cars Online premiere event including interviews with actor Cheech Marin and Pixar's Cars Franchise Manager Jay Ward to learn more about the new online community and more Pixar fun. Then Skipper Ben takes us to Neverland on Peter Pan's Flight and ITM listener Reid reviews the Toy Story 3 video game.00:57:04Sun, 22 Aug 2010 13:42:21 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms280.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms280.mp3Following news of big changes in the Fantasyland expansion and possible new theme park ticket options, we visit Star Wars Celebration V for Disney's panel discussion about the upcoming Star Tours reimagining as well as the ride's development along with the history of Indiana Jones in Disney's parks. The discussion features special guests Walt Disney Imagineer Jason Surrell and none other than C-3PO himself, Anthony Daniels. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/280Fantasyland expansion changes, new theme park ticket possibilities, and the full Disney Parks panel at Star Wars Celebration V about Star Tours and Indiana Jones.Following news of big changes in the Fantasyland expansion and possible new theme park ticket options, we visit Star Wars Celebration V for Disney's panel discussion about the upcoming Star Tours reimagining as well as the ride's development along with the history of Indiana Jones in Disney's parks. The discussion features special guests Walt Disney Imagineer Jason Surrell and none other than C-3PO himself, Anthony Daniels.01:42:11Sun, 15 Aug 2010 17:58:09 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms279.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms279.mp3Get ready to get hungry as Ricky reviews the new Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria at Epcot, including interviews with Epcot vice president Dan Cockerell, Patina Restaurant Group CEO Nick Valenti, and executive chef Charlie Restivo. We also take you to the latest Disney Store opening in Santa Monica where Amy Rocchio follows up with Disney Store president Jim Fielding to find out guest reactions to the new store designs. Plus, we have plenty of exciting Disney news and answers to your Disney questions. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/279Via Napoli review and interviews, Disney Store Santa Monica opening and interview, and listener questions.Get ready to get hungry as Ricky reviews the new Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria at Epcot, including interviews with Epcot vice president Dan Cockerell, Patina Restaurant Group CEO Nick Valenti, and executive chef Charlie Restivo. We also take you to the latest Disney Store opening in Santa Monica where Amy Rocchio follows up with Disney Store president Jim Fielding to find out guest reactions to the new store designs. Plus, we have plenty of exciting Disney news and answers to your Disney questions.01:10:20Sun, 08 Aug 2010 15:07:19 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms278.mp3http://traffic.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms278.mp3Beyond several exciting Disney announcements, Transformers and former Disney voice actor Peter Cullen joins us to discuss his roles including Autobot leader Optimus Prime. This week's extra brings a quick look at a unique Toy Story 3 magazine that paves the way for future Disney publications. Plus, we catch up on all listener feedback (finally). Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/278Interview with Disney and Transformers voice actor Peter Cullen, Toy Story 3 magazine, listener feedback catch-up, and more.Beyond several exciting Disney announcements, Transformers and former Disney voice actor Peter Cullen joins us to discuss his roles including Autobot leader Optimus Prime. This week's extra brings a quick look at a unique Toy Story 3 magazine that paves the way for future Disney publications. Plus, we catch up on all listener feedback (finally).01:02:17Sun, 01 Aug 2010 16:26:12 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms277.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms277.mp3Following BIG Disney movie news from the San Diego Comic Con (The Haunted Mansion!), we're joined by special guest "Weird Al" Yankovic in an interview backstage at Hard Rock Live Orlando just hours before his concert to discuss his song "Skipper Dan," the Jungle Cruise, Disney, and a few other topics. Plus our own former Jungle Skipper, Skipper Ben, dives into the mailbag and has Princess Lisa answer a few questions about Fantasyland. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/277SDCC 2010 movie news including The Haunted Mansion, "Weird Al" Yankovic interview, and Princess Lisa's mailbag. Following BIG Disney movie news from the San Diego Comic Con (The Haunted Mansion!), we're joined by special guest "Weird Al" Yankovic in an interview backstage at Hard Rock Live Orlando just hours before his concert to discuss his song "Skipper Dan," the Jungle Cruise, Disney, and a few other topics. Plus our own former Jungle Skipper, Skipper Ben, dives into the mailbag and has Princess Lisa answer a few questions about Fantasyland.01:14:35Sun, 25 Jul 2010 15:15:40 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms276.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms276.mp3Happy 55th birthday Disneyland! After the news, we take you to Disneyland on July 17, 2010 for a special dedication ceremony in Town Square followed by a park-wide Happy Birthday greeting to the park that started it all. Skipper Ben also weighs in with his own thoughts on what makes Disneyland such a special place. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/276Disneyland 55th anniversary dedication, Happy Birthday song, and Skipper Ben's thoughts.Happy 55th birthday Disneyland! After the news, we take you to Disneyland on July 17, 2010 for a special dedication ceremony in Town Square followed by a park-wide Happy Birthday greeting to the park that started it all. Skipper Ben also weighs in with his own thoughts on what makes Disneyland such a special place.01:06:52Sun, 18 Jul 2010 13:52:48 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms275.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms275.mp3Following the news, this week's show is filled with tributes to Disney music including a World of Color piano rendition from Tom Ameen, a fun compilation of the 50 Days of Disney Music giveaways, a review of the Sherman brothers documentary The Boys, and the Country Bear Jamboree from Skipper Ben's vinyl record collection. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/275Disney music fills the show with World of Color on piano, 50 Days giveaway compilation, The Boys review, and the Country Bear Jamboree.Following the news, this week's show is filled with tributes to Disney music including a World of Color piano rendition from Tom Ameen, a fun compilation of the 50 Days of Disney Music giveaways, a review of the Sherman brothers documentary The Boys, and the Country Bear Jamboree from Skipper Ben's vinyl record collection.00:59:26Sun, 11 Jul 2010 16:20:12 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms274.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms274.mp3Captain EO is back at Epcot and Ricky takes you to its return featuring interviews with vice president of Epcot Dan Cockerell and Walt Disney Imagineers Debbie Petersen and Joe Tankersley. The newly-redesigned and technology-filled mall Disney Store has opened and Amy Rocchio brings you to its grand opening to find out all about it from Disney Store vice president of operations Paul Gainer. Skipper Ben takes us on a Walt Disney World tram ride and Jeremiah Daws helps celebrate July 4th with a special fireworks show from Disneyland. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/274Captain EO at Epcot, Disney Store opening at Montebello, Calif., Walt Disney World tram ride, and July 4th fireworks at Disneyland.Captain EO is back at Epcot and Ricky takes you to its return featuring interviews with vice president of Epcot Dan Cockerell and Walt Disney Imagineers Debbie Petersen and Joe Tankersley. The newly-redesigned and technology-filled mall Disney Store has opened and Amy Rocchio brings you to its grand opening to find out all about it from Disney Store vice president of operations Paul Gainer. Skipper Ben takes us on a Walt Disney World tram ride and Jeremiah Daws helps celebrate July 4th with a special fireworks show from Disneyland.1:18:04Sun, 04 Jul 2010 15:38:24 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms273.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms273.mp3After a luxury-filled news report, we take you to Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park to sample the new outdoor audio description assistive technology, hearing details around Pixar Place, taking a ride on Toy Story Midway Mania, and enjoying the first scene of Toy Story 3. Then we learn more about Disney's assistive technology handheld device in interviews with Greg Hale, chief safety officer and vice president of worldwide safety and accessibility for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts and Larry Goldberg, director of media access at WGBH Boston. Finally, we get back to listener feedback, catching up on a few questions and comments. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/273Golden Oak luxury homes, Disney's outdoor audio assistive technology with a ride on Toy Story Mania, a scene from Toy Story 3 and interviews.After a luxury-filled news report, we take you to Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park to sample the new outdoor audio description assistive technology, hearing details around Pixar Place, taking a ride on Toy Story Midway Mania, and enjoying the first scene of Toy Story 3. Then we learn more about Disney's assistive technology handheld device in interviews with Greg Hale, chief safety officer and vice president of worldwide safety and accessibility for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts and Larry Goldberg, director of media access at WGBH Boston. Finally, we get back to listener feedback, catching up on a few questions and comments.01:16:12Sun, 27 Jun 2010 15:55:20 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms272.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms272.mp3After recounting the madness that was the grand opening of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Ricky reviews Toy Story 3 and then takes you to the Disneyland Resort for a sneak peek at Cars Land, Star Tours II, and The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Undersea Adventure. Plus, Ariel herself Jodi Benson sings a World of Color medley of songs from The Little Mermaid. Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa round out the show with a trip report from Walt Disney World. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/272Toy Story 3 review, details on Cars Land, Star Tours II, and The Little Mermaid dark ride. Plus voice of Ariel Jodi Benson sings and Skipper Ben's trip report.After recounting the madness that was the grand opening of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Ricky reviews Toy Story 3 and then takes you to the Disneyland Resort for a sneak peek at Cars Land, Star Tours II, and The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Undersea Adventure. Plus, Ariel herself Jodi Benson sings a World of Color medley of songs from The Little Mermaid. Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa round out the show with a trip report from Walt Disney World.1:31:19Sun, 20 Jun 2010 16:44:42 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms271.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms271.mp3After the news, We bring you to the World of Color world premiere event at the Disney California Adventure theme park. Included this week are a complete review of Disney's new World of Color show plus a binaural recording of the special opening night ceremony featuring Mickey Mouse, Disney Parks and Resorts chairman Tom Stags, and Disney CEO Bob Iger followed by the full World of Color show. Ricky also interviews Walt Disney Imagineer Kevin Eld about World of Color. Skipper Ben returns live to share stories about his time working at Disney's other nighttime show, Fantasmic. Then we wrap up the show with a special treat, the full source audio of World of Color. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/271World of Color premiere event including talking Mickey Mouse plus binaural and source audio of the full World of Color show, interview with Imagineer Kevin Eld, and Skipper Ben tells Fantasmic stories.After the news, We bring you to the World of Color world premiere event at the Disney California Adventure theme park. Included this week are a complete review of Disney's new World of Color show plus a binaural recording of the special opening night ceremony featuring Mickey Mouse, Disney Parks and Resorts chairman Tom Stags, and Disney CEO Bob Iger followed by the full World of Color show. Ricky also interviews Walt Disney Imagineer Kevin Eld about World of Color. Skipper Ben returns live to share stories about his time working at Disney's other nighttime show, Fantasmic. Then we wrap up the show with a special treat, the full source audio of World of Color.2:25:54Mon, 14 Jun 2010 00:56:49 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms270.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms270.mp3Summer Nightastic has arrived to Walt Disney World! After the news, we bring you binaural recordings of the return of the Main Street Electrical Parade and the first public performance of the Summer Nightastic Fireworks Spectacular, both at the Magic Kingdom. Then we head to Disney's Hollywood Studios for a trip on the "enhanced" Tower of Terror. In the end, we wind up back at the Magic Kingdom for another installment of TTA Talk with Ricky, Skipper Ben, and Princess Lisa. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/270Summer Nightastic at Walt Disney World including binaural audio of the Main Street Electrical Parade, Fireworks Spectacular, and Tower of Terror.Summer Nightastic has arrived to Walt Disney World! After the news, we bring you binaural recordings of the return of the Main Street Electrical Parade and the first public performance of the Summer Nightastic Fireworks Spectacular, both at the Magic Kingdom. Then we head to Disney's Hollywood Studios for a trip on the "enhanced" Tower of Terror. In the end, we wind up back at the Magic Kingdom for another installment of TTA Talk with Ricky, Skipper Ben, and Princess Lisa.01:24:04Sun, 06 Jun 2010 22:54:22 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms269-34.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms269-34.mp3Ricky and Michelle sit down once again to discuss the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure theme park. In addition to both spoiler-free and spoiler-filled talk, we share a complete high-quality audio recording of the entire attraction. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/269 3/4Special Episode: Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey discussion and ride audioRicky and Michelle sit down once again to discuss the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure theme park. In addition to both spoiler-free and spoiler-filled talk, we share a complete high-quality audio recording of the entire attraction.00:38:23Sun, 06 Jun 2010 15:26:33 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms269.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms269.mp3Summer Nightastic excitement fills this week's episode. After the news, we bring you several interviews with show producers, directors, and an Imagineer about all of the upcoming elements to Walt Disney World's Summer Nightastic including Tower of Terror enhancements, the Summer Nightastic Fireworks Spectacular, Epcot's Sounds like Summer concert series and even behind the scenes access to the Main Street Electrical Parade and how it operates night after night. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/269Summer Nightastic interviews with Disney show producers, directors, and an Imagineer about the Main Street Electrical Parade and moreSummer Nightastic excitement fills this week's episode. After the news, we bring you several interviews with show producers, directors, and an Imagineer about all of the upcoming elements to Walt Disney World's Summer Nightastic including Tower of Terror enhancements, the Summer Nightastic Fireworks Spectacular, Epcot's Sounds like Summer concert series and even behind the scenes access to the Main Street Electrical Parade and how it operates night after night.01:15:24Sun, 30 May 2010 18:16:58 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms268-34.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms268-34.mp3In this special bonus episode of Inside the Magic, Ricky and Michelle bring you an in-depth preview of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure theme park. The show begins with a spoiler-free review of the amazingly detailed expansion and then continues through a step-by-step walk through all of the most interesting elements packed into the Wizarding World, including the shops and dining of Hogsmeade Village, live performances, and rides. Plus, spliced into the conversation are in-park audio clips including a full binaural walk-through of Hogsmeade Village. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/268 3/4Special Episode: Wizarding World of Harry Potter preview with Ricky and MichelleIn this special bonus episode of Inside the Magic, Ricky and Michelle bring you an in-depth preview of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure theme park. The show begins with a spoiler-free review of the amazingly detailed expansion and then continues through a step-by-step walk through all of the most interesting elements packed into the Wizarding World, including the shops and dining of Hogsmeade Village, live performances, and rides. Plus, spliced into the conversation are in-park audio clips including a full binaural walk-through of Hogsmeade Village.01:42:43Sat, 29 May 2010 23:43:09 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms268.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms268.mp3This week's news includes the first of Star Wars Weekends 2010, the ongoing Magic Kingdom Fantasyland expansion, and hopes for soft openings of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. We take another trip around Tomorrowland for more TTA Talk featuring tips for taking young children to theme parks and plenty of laughs. After answering listener questions, we wrap up the show with some bonus Star Wars audio. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/268Star Wars Weekends, More TTA Talk, listener questions, and... more Star Wars!This week's news includes the first of Star Wars Weekends 2010, the ongoing Magic Kingdom Fantasyland expansion, and hopes for soft openings of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. We take another trip around Tomorrowland for more TTA Talk featuring tips for taking young children to theme parks and plenty of laughs. After answering listener questions, we wrap up the show with some bonus Star Wars audio.1:16:47Sun, 23 May 2010 14:24:19 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms267.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms267.mp3It's been another week packed with big Disney news including a new Walt Disney World hotel, planned and cancelled projects, and much more. Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa join Ricky at the Magic Kingdom for another installment on TTA Talk and plenty more of your Disney and theme park questions are answered and comments addressed. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/267Another big Disney news week, TTA Talk with Ricky, Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa, plus plenty of listener questions and comments.It's been another week packed with big Disney news including a new Walt Disney World hotel, planned and cancelled projects, and much more. Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa join Ricky at the Magic Kingdom for another installment on TTA Talk and plenty more of your Disney and theme park questions are answered and comments addressed.1:15:33Sun, 16 May 2010 14:04:17 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms266.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms266.mp3Beyond this week's exciting Disney and theme park news, BOOM Studios writer Ian Brill and artist Jake Myler join us to discuss the upcoming Darkwing Duck comic book series. Plus we dive into some more listener questions and comments. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/266Interviews with Darkwing Duck comic writer Ian Brill and artist Jake Myler. Plus Disney and theme park news as well as listener questions and comments.Beyond this week's exciting Disney and theme park news, BOOM Studios writer Ian Brill and artist Jake Myler join us to discuss the upcoming Darkwing Duck comic book series. Plus we dive into some more listener questions and comments.01:13:27Sun, 09 May 2010 18:41:23 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms265.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms265.mp3This week was filled with big Disney news including Captain EO's return to Epcot and beyond, a new game for Toy Story Mania, and much more. Beyond the news, we review DisneyNature's film Oceans and then take you to Epcot to float through The Seas with Nemo and Friends and take a Journey Into Your Imagination. Plus your listener questions are asked and answered. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/265Big Disney news week, review of Disneynature's Oceans, a trip through two Epcot rides, and much more.This week was filled with big Disney news including Captain EO's return to Epcot and beyond, a new game for Toy Story Mania, and much more. Beyond the news, we review DisneyNature's film Oceans and then take you to Epcot to float through The Seas with Nemo and Friends and take a Journey Into Your Imagination. Plus your listener questions are asked and answered.1:34:55Sun, 02 May 2010 14:59:16 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms264.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms264.mp3After the latest Disney and theme park news, Ricky catches up on listener questions and comments and explore a variety of topics including online check-in, trip planning, Mother's Day, and many more. Then Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa join us for some more trip planning of their own. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/264Disney and theme park news, catch-up on many listener questions and comments, Ben and Lisa's trip planning.After the latest Disney and theme park news, Ricky catches up on listener questions and comments and explore a variety of topics including online check-in, trip planning, Mother's Day, and many more. Then Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa join us for some more trip planning of their own.1:28:33Sun, 25 Apr 2010 14:36:12 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms263.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms263.mp3Beyond the latest Disney and theme park news, we bring you to Downtown Disney for the grand opening of D-Street including an interview with Dara Trujillo, manager of merchandise synergy at Walt Disney World. Then enjoy a special presentation featuring John Lasseter and his wife about their Lassester Family wine label as part of Disney's California Food and Wine Festival. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/263D-Street grand opening at Downtown Disney and a presentation by John Lasseter at Disney's California Food and Wine Festival.Beyond the latest Disney and theme park news, we bring you to Downtown Disney for the grand opening of D-Street including an interview with Dara Trujillo, manager of merchandise synergy at Walt Disney World. Then enjoy a special presentation featuring John Lasseter and his wife about their Lassester Family wine label as part of Disney's California Food and Wine Festival.01:15:54Sun, 18 Apr 2010 16:18:17 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms262.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms262.mp3Celebrate the 5th anniversary of Inside the Magic with a visit to ITM-Con! This virtual convention brings together thousands of Inside the Magic listeners to enjoy presentations, special guests, performances, a convention floor full of exciting booths, and plenty of surprises. Be sure to stay tuned ALL the way to the end because you won't want to miss any of the ITM-Con excitement! ITM-Con is best experienced through headphones, so please wear yours for this special occasion. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/262ITM-Con, the virtual convention celebrating the 5th anniversary of Inside the Magic!Celebrate the 5th anniversary of Inside the Magic with a visit to ITM-Con! This virtual convention brings together thousands of Inside the Magic listeners to enjoy presentations, special guests, performances, a convention floor full of exciting booths, and plenty of surprises. Be sure to stay tuned ALL the way to the end because you won't want to miss any of the ITM-Con excitement! ITM-Con is best experienced through headphones, so please wear yours for this special occasion.02:31:44Sun, 11 Apr 2010 16:14:05 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms261.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms261.mp3Get all of the big Inside the Magic 5th anniversary contest details including prizes and how you can enter. Then Ricky reviews the Blu-Ray release of The Princess and the Frog, followed by audio of Tiana's Mardi Gras Celebration at Disneyland. Ben and Lisa also join in with a report from their recent trip to the Universal Orlando Resort and a bit more Walt Disney World trip planning. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/261Inside the Magic 5th anniversary contest, The Princess and the Frog Blu-ray review, Tiana's Mardi Gras Celebration, and Ben and Lisa talk Universal OrlandoGet all of the big Inside the Magic 5th anniversary contest details including prizes and how you can enter. Then Ricky reviews the Blu-Ray release of The Princess and the Frog, followed by audio of Tiana's Mardi Gras Celebration at Disneyland. Ben and Lisa also join in with a report from their recent trip to the Universal Orlando Resort and a bit more Walt Disney World trip planning.01:25:00Sun, 04 Apr 2010 10:18:33 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms260.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms260.mp3Following the week's exciting Disney news, we announce the theme for Inside the Magic's 5th anniversary show in 2 weeks - and we want you to be involved! Plus, we take you to the grand opening of Ridemakerz at Walt Disney World's Downtown Disney including several interviews. Skipper Ben joins us with a bit of sneaky trip planning and we discuss a few creative Disney marriage proposal ideas. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/260Inside the Magic 5th anniversary theme announcement, Ridemakerz grand opening, Skipper Ben's trip planning, and Disney marriage proposals.Following the week's exciting Disney news, we announce the theme for Inside the Magic's 5th anniversary show in 2 weeks - and we want you to be involved! Plus, we take you to the grand opening of Ridemakerz at Walt Disney World's Downtown Disney including several interviews. Skipper Ben joins us with a bit of sneaky trip planning and we discuss a few creative Disney marriage proposal ideas.01:19:36Sun, 28 Mar 2010 10:26:30 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms259.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms259.mp3After the weekly Disney news roundup, Skipper Ben chimes in with his thoughts on the upcoming MuppetVision 3-D refurbishment. Then listener Chad brings a reporpt from a recent special event for the new documentary, Waking Sleeping Beauty. Finally, Ricky tries to catch up on listener comments and questions. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/259Skipper Ben's thoughts on the upcoming MuppetVision 3-D refurbishment, a Waking Sleeping Beauty event, and listener comments/questions.After the weekly Disney news roundup, Skipper Ben chimes in with his thoughts on the upcoming MuppetVision 3-D refurbishment. Then listener Chad brings a reporpt from a recent special event for the new documentary, Waking Sleeping Beauty. Finally, Ricky tries to catch up on listener comments and questions.01:08:26Sun, 21 Mar 2010 12:30:11 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms258.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms258.mp3There was plenty of big Disney news this week including a new D23 event, a new annual pass option, and more. After the news, we help honor the songwriting Sherman Brothers as we bring you their full incredibly entertaining Main Street USA window ceremony from Disneyland and plenty of entertaining music and performances. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/258Announcement of Destination D and the Premier Pass, honoring the Sherman Brothers at Disneyland including musical performances and much more.There was plenty of big Disney news this week including a new D23 event, a new annual pass option, and more. After the news, we help honor the songwriting Sherman Brothers as we bring you their full incredibly entertaining Main Street USA window ceremony from Disneyland and plenty of entertaining music and performances.01:36:10Sun, 14 Mar 2010 10:17:57 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms257.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms257.mp3We have plenty of big Disney news this week from theme parks to movies and beyond. Plus, Ricky reviews Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland and talks a bit about the new (and surprisingly nice) Holiday Inn at Walt Disney World. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/257Review of Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland, thoughts on the new Holiday Inn at Walt Disney World, and much more.We have plenty of big Disney news this week from theme parks to movies and beyond. Plus, Ricky reviews Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland and talks a bit about the new (and surprisingly nice) Holiday Inn at Walt Disney World.01:03:53Sun, 07 Mar 2010 10:13:30 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms256.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms256.mp3Take a trip to Disneyland for the opening of the Captain EO Tribute including a full report and interviews with Imagineers Tony Baxter and Rick Rothschild as well as Captain EO cast members Debbie Lee Carrington, Renee Colette, and Gregg Sargent. Then Skipper Ben returns with Princess Lisa to review the perfect Disney restaurant for sports fans. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/256Captain EO Tribute report with Imagineer and EO cast member interviews. Plus Skipper Ben and Princess Lisa review the ESPN Club at Disney's Boardwalk Resort.Take a trip to Disneyland for the opening of the Captain EO Tribute including a full report and interviews with Imagineers Tony Baxter and Rick Rothschild as well as Captain EO cast members Debbie Lee Carrington, Renee Colette, and Gregg Sargent. Then Skipper Ben returns with Princess Lisa to review the perfect Disney restaurant for sports fans.01:08:52Sun, 28 Feb 2010 08:26:25 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms255.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms255.mp3An assortment of Disney news starts us off this week followed by a trip to the Magic Kingdom discussing Pecos Bill lunchtime seating, the Mobile Magic app for Verizon Wireless, the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, and more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/255A Magic Kingdom day including Pecos Bill, Verizon Mobile Magic, and the Bibbidi Bobbidi BoutiqueAn assortment of Disney news starts us off this week followed by a trip to the Magic Kingdom discussing Pecos Bill lunchtime seating, the Mobile Magic app for Verizon Wireless, the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, and more.00:50:44Sun, 21 Feb 2010 09:11:09 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms254.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms254.mp3Join Ricky at the What's New, What's Next 2010 media presentation for the exciting Walt Disney World Summer Nightastic announcements and interviews. Then Skipper Ben joins us alongside an appropriate special guest for Valentine's Day but to discuss a different holiday altogether. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/254Summer Nightastic at Walt Disney World announcement and interviews. Plus Skipper Ben is joined by a very special guest.Join Ricky at the What's New, What's Next 2010 media presentation for the exciting Walt Disney World Summer Nightastic announcements and interviews. Then Skipper Ben joins us alongside an appropriate special guest for Valentine's Day but to discuss a different holiday altogether.00:59:07Sun, 14 Feb 2010 10:21:21 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms253.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms253.mp3We have an old style Inside the Magic this week with Disney news, some in-park recordings, a great piano rendition of a Disney song, and a bunch of listener feedback. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/253Live with The British Invasion and Disneyland's Enchanted Tiki Room. Plus, Tom Ameen's Magical Journeys and plenty more.We have an old style Inside the Magic this week with Disney news, some in-park recordings, a great piano rendition of a Disney song, and a bunch of listener feedback.00:59:07Sun, 07 Feb 2010 13:40:38 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms252.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms252.mp3Ricky returns from California with a new business announcement and a trip report that includes Disneyland, Pee-wee Herman, Universal Studios Hollywood, burgers, nachos, and even cupcakes. Plus, take a ride on Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/252A new business announcement and a trip report from Disneyland, Universal Studios Hollywood, and The Pee-wee Herman ShowRicky returns from California with a new business announcement and a trip report that includes Disneyland, Pee-wee Herman, Universal Studios Hollywood, burgers, nachos, and even cupcakes. Plus, take a ride on Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin.01:10:18Tue, 02 Feb 2010 05:59:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms251.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms251.mp3Beyond the news, we take you to the Magic Kingdom for a hilarious journey on the world famous Jungle Cruise. We also check in with our resident jungle expert Skipper Ben as he offers a restaurant review of T-Rex at Downtown Disney. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/251A hilarious trip on the Jungle Cruise, Skipper Ben's T-Rex restaurant review, and more.Beyond the news, we take you to the Magic Kingdom for a hilarious journey on the world famous Jungle Cruise. We also check in with our resident jungle expert Skipper Ben as he offers a restaurant review of T-Rex at Downtown Disney.00:58:54Sun, 24 Jan 2010 07:44:47 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms250.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms250.mp3After the news, we discuss listener experiences with the Give a Day, Get a Disney Day promotion. Plus, Skipper Ben returns this week with a great report from his December trip to Walt Disney World. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/250Give a Day, Get a Disney Day experiences, Skipper Ben returns with a huge trip report.After the news, we discuss listener experiences with the Give a Day, Get a Disney Day promotion. Plus, Skipper Ben returns this week with a great report from his December trip to Walt Disney World.01:16:19Sun, 17 Jan 2010 07:52:43 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms249.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms249.mp3We share plenty of suggestions for staying warm in and around Disney theme parks during this unusual cold weather. Plus, plenty of Disney news, reports from New Year's Eve at Epcot and the recent Walt Disney World Half Marathon, and much more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/249Tips for staying warm during the unusually cold weather, New Year's and Marathon reports, and much more.We share plenty of suggestions for staying warm in and around Disney theme parks during this unusual cold weather. Plus, plenty of Disney news, reports from New Year's Eve at Epcot and the recent Walt Disney World Half Marathon, and much more.00:59:04Sun, 10 Jan 2010 10:23:13 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms248.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms248.mp3Happy New Year! This week we bring you the first Disney news of 2010 and catch up on a couple of weeks of listener questions and comments. Plus, we're taking you to Disneyland to enjoy the newly-enhanced Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/248First Disney news in 2010, Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln at Disneyland, and listener questions and comments.Happy New Year! This week we bring you the first Disney news of 2010 and catch up on a couple of weeks of listener questions and comments. Plus, we're taking you to Disneyland to enjoy the newly-enhanced Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln.01:05:06Sun, 03 Jan 2010 08:41:09 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms247.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms247.mp3It's the Ear in Review 2009! Ricky is joined by Paul Barrie from A Window to the Magic to discuss everything that happened in the world of Disney in 2009. From theme parks to movies, no topic is skipped - and it's a HUGE show for a HUGE year! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/247Disney Ear in Review 2009 with Ricky and PaulIt's the Ear in Review 2009! Ricky is joined by Paul Barrie from A Window to the Magic to discuss everything that happened in the world of Disney in 2009. From theme parks to movies, no topic is skipped - and it's a HUGE show for a HUGE year!04:07:49Sun, 27 Dec 2009 10:45:46 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms246.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms246.mp3After a variety of happy and sad Disney news, Ricky offers his review of The Princess and the Frog and joins Skipper Ben for more TTA Talk. Jeremiah brings us an overview of Disneyland's Christmastime festivities along with a couple of fun holiday recordings from Frontierland and Main Street U.S.A. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/246Ricky's review of The Princess and the Frog, More TTA Talk with Skipper Ben, and Christmastime recordings and fun from Disneyland.After a variety of happy and sad Disney news, Ricky offers his review of The Princess and the Frog and joins Skipper Ben for more TTA Talk. Jeremiah brings us an overview of Disneyland's Christmastime festivities along with a couple of fun holiday recordings from Frontierland and Main Street U.S.A.01:15:28Sun, 20 Dec 2009 10:44:57 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms245.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms245.mp3Skipper Ben joins Ricky at the Magic Kingdom for another installment of TTA Talk. Also at the Magic Kingdom, the Dapper Dans treat us to some Christmastime songs. Plus, we have four Inside the Magic holiday contest winners to announce and much more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/245TTA Talk with Ricky and Skipper Ben, Dapper Dans sing Christmas tunes, and four contest winners are announced.Skipper Ben joins Ricky at the Magic Kingdom for another installment of TTA Talk. Also at the Magic Kingdom, the Dapper Dans treat us to some Christmastime songs. Plus, we have four Inside the Magic holiday contest winners to announce and much more.01:01:04Sun, 13 Dec 2009 12:23:07 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms244.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms244.mp3After this week's Disney news, it's time for an Inside the Magic contest for some great early Christmas presents. Plus, we enjoy the holiday season at Disneyland Paris by taking a trip through It's a Small World Celebration. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/244A Christmas contest to win great Disney prizes, a trip through It's a Small World Celebration at Disneyland Paris, and much more.After this week's Disney news, it's time for an Inside the Magic contest for some great early Christmas presents. Plus, we enjoy the holiday season at Disneyland Paris by taking a trip through It's a Small World Celebration.00:47:15Sun, 06 Dec 2009 10:13:43 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms243.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms243.mp3We have two spoiler-free reviews of The Princess and the Frog from listeners in New York and Los Angeles along with a report of the special Walt Disney Studios event. Plus, we have a listener-submitted restaurant review of the Napa Rose in California and Skipper Ben takes us on Pinocchio's Daring Journey at Disneyland. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/243Spoiler-free reviews of The Princess and the Frog, Napa Rose restaurant review, and Skipper Ben on Pinnochio's Daring Journey.We have two spoiler-free reviews of The Princess and the Frog from listeners in New York and Los Angeles along with a report of the special Walt Disney Studios event. Plus, we have a listener-submitted restaurant review of the Napa Rose in California and Skipper Ben takes us on Pinocchio's Daring Journey at Disneyland.01:02:01Sun, 29 Nov 2009 09:51:26 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms242.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms242.mp3Listeners chime in with comments, questions, and requests that also spark a hunger-inducing restaurant review of Ohana. Skipper Ben also offers up the top five experiences he's most looking forward to during his upcoming Walt Disney World trip. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/242Listener comments, questions, and requests including a review of Ohana. Plus, Skipper Ben's top 5 most-anticipated trip experiences.Listeners chime in with comments, questions, and requests that also spark a hunger-inducing restaurant review of Ohana. Skipper Ben also offers up the top five experiences he's most looking forward to during his upcoming Walt Disney World trip.01:05:40Sun, 22 Nov 2009 11:58:52 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms241.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms241.mp3Take a trip on the newly-refurbished and updated Space Mountain with a full report and binaural ride through the queue, coaster, and post-show. Then Skipper Ben joins us with a fun roller coaster recording from Disneyland. Plus plenty of Disney news and great listener feedback. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/241Space Mountain reopening report and binaural trip through the queue, ride, and post-show area. Plus, Skipper Ben rides the Matterhorn.Take a trip on the newly-refurbished and updated Space Mountain with a full report and binaural ride through the queue, coaster, and post-show. Then Skipper Ben joins us with a fun roller coaster recording from Disneyland. Plus plenty of Disney news and great listener feedback.01:12:35Sun, 15 Nov 2009 10:05:34 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms240.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms240.mp3This week's show is packed with Disney news covering all of the events and information from the last few weeks. Plus, we have listener reviews of the newest Epcot Segway tour and a Disney iPhone app as well as catching up on other listener feedback, questions, and comments. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/240Disney news and listener feedback catch-up. Plus, listener reviews of the newest Epcot Segway tour and a Disney iPhone app.This week's show is packed with Disney news covering all of the events and information from the last few weeks. Plus, we have listener reviews of the newest Epcot Segway tour and a Disney iPhone app as well as catching up on other listener feedback, questions, and comments.00:59:25Sun, 08 Nov 2009 10:47:52 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms239.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms239.mp3We head to the Magic Kingdom to enjoy a special one-time welcome for Princess Tiana followed by a performance of Tiana's Showboat Jubilee along the Rivers of America. Plus, we chat with Disney representatives from Entertainment, Feature Animation, and Merchandising about the show and The Princess and the Frog film. Skipper Ben brings us a spooky day-after-Halloween vinyl recording and we round out the show with one last recording from the Haunted Mansion 40th anniversary event. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/239Tiana's Showboat Jubilee, Magic Kingdom welcome, and Interviews. Plus, Skipper Ben's spooky vinyl record and one last Haunted Mansion 40th anniversary recording.We head to the Magic Kingdom to enjoy a special one-time welcome for Princess Tiana followed by a performance of Tiana's Showboat Jubilee along the Rivers of America. Plus, we chat with Disney representatives from Entertainment, Feature Animation, and Merchandising about the show and The Princess and the Frog film. Skipper Ben brings us a spooky day-after-Halloween vinyl recording and we round out the show with one last recording from the Haunted Mansion 40th anniversary event.01:28:14Sun, 01 Nov 2009 12:31:30 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms238.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms238.mp3It's the Halloween 2009 episode! Frightening fun includes an all-new spirited conversation with the voice of the Haunted Mansion's black widow bride, Kat Cressida, a special Backstage Pass to Alien Encounter, and Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy audio from Skipper Ben. Plus, as a bonus, we have an audio trip through several haunted houses at Halloween Horror Nights and Howl-O-Scream. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/238Voice of the Haunted Mansion bride Kat Cressida, Backstage Pass to Alien Encounter, Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy, and bonus audio from Halloween Horror Nights and Howl-O-Scream.It's the Halloween 2009 episode! Frightening fun includes an all-new spirited conversation with the voice of the Haunted Mansion's black widow bride, Kat Cressida, a special Backstage Pass to Alien Encounter, and Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy audio from Skipper Ben. Plus, as a bonus, we have an audio trip through several haunted houses at Halloween Horror Nights and Howl-O-Scream.01:52:35Sun, 25 Oct 2009 11:47:48 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms237.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms237.mp3During the news, I give you my thoughts on the new Sum of All Thrills ride at Epcot. Take a binaural ride on the Tomorrowland Transit Authority featuring the newly-updated narration. Skipper Ben brings us a complete trip report from Disneyland. Finally, the halloween excitement continues with part two of the Haunted Mansion 40th anniversary event including a wedding reception dinner show and a second panel discussion with Imagineers and Disney Legends. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/237The Sum of All Thrills at Epcot, new Tomorrowland Transit Authority narration, part 2 of the Haunted Mansion 40th Anniversary eventDuring the news, I give you my thoughts on the new Sum of All Thrills ride at Epcot. Take a binaural ride on the Tomorrowland Transit Authority featuring the newly-updated narration. Skipper Ben brings us a complete trip report from Disneyland. Finally, the halloween excitement continues with part two of the Haunted Mansion 40th anniversary event including a wedding reception dinner show and a second panel discussion with Imagineers and Disney Legends.01:52:35Sun, 18 Oct 2009 14:24:50 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms236.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms236.mp3We get into the Halloween spirit this week as we discuss the attractions and shows at Disneyland's Halloweentime, including a complete recording of the new Halloween Screams fireworks show. We also bring you an Imagineer panel discussion from the Haunted Mansion 40th anniversary celebration. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/236A discussion of Disneyland's Halloweentime and a panel discussion from the Haunted Mansion 40th Anniversary eventWe get into the Halloween spirit this week as we discuss the attractions and shows at Disneyland's Halloweentime, including a complete recording of the new Halloween Screams fireworks show. We also bring you an Imagineer panel discussion from the Haunted Mansion 40th anniversary celebration.01:42:48Sun, 11 Oct 2009 14:06:35 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms235.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms235.mp3After a couple of slow weeks, there's plenty of Disney news to share on this week's show. Beyond the news, listeners review Toy Story and Toy Story 2 3-D in theaters, and we return to the D23 Expo one more time for a press conference with John Lasseter. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/235An abundance of Disney news, listeners review Toy Story 3-D, and a D23 Expo press conference with John Lasseter.After a couple of slow weeks, there's plenty of Disney news to share on this week's show. Beyond the news, listeners review Toy Story and Toy Story 2 3-D in theaters, and we return to the D23 Expo one more time for a press conference with John Lasseter.01:07:42Sun, 04 Oct 2009 12:09:32 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms234.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms234.mp3We have a wide assortment of Disney fun this week including a trip back to the D23 Expo for an interesting press conference with a big panel of Imagineers. Skipper Ben dishes up his story of hitting Britney Spears on a bike. We also go behind-the-scenes at the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival with Executive Chef Jens Dahlmann and others. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/234D23 Expo Pixar in the Parks press conference, Skipper Ben literally hits Britney Spears, Behind-the-Scenes at Epcot's Food and Wine Festival and much more.We have a wide assortment of Disney fun this week including a trip back to the D23 Expo for an interesting press conference with a big panel of Imagineers. Skipper Ben dishes up his story of hitting Britney Spears on a bike. We also go behind-the-scenes at the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival with Executive Chef Jens Dahlmann and others.01:10:49Sun, 27 Sep 2009 14:46:40 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms233.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms233.mp3Return to the D23 Expo with the full Parks and Resorts presentation and press conference. Listen to the grand opening of Kouzzina, the newest restaurant at Disney's Boardwalk Resort, and a one-on-one interview with chef Cat Cora. Skipper Ben also brings us into the world of Brer Fox and Brer Bear with another old Disney vinyl record. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/233D23 Expo Parks and Resorts presentation and press conference, Kouzzina grand opening and interview with Cat Cora, and Skipper Ben brings us the Song of the South record.Return to the D23 Expo with the full Parks and Resorts presentation and press conference. Listen to the grand opening of Kouzzina, the newest restaurant at Disney's Boardwalk Resort, and a one-on-one interview with chef Cat Cora. Skipper Ben also brings us into the world of Brer Fox and Brer Bear with another old Disney vinyl record.02:08:10Sun, 20 Sep 2009 13:23:14 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms232.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms232.mp3We have a special show this week featuring my personal summary of the events at the incredible D23 Expo. I walk you through all four days of the ultimate Disney fan gathering in Anaheim from my perspective. The D23 Expo was an unforgettable few days and I'm happy to share it with all Inside the Magic listeners. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/232D23 Expo summary of all four incredible days including my thoughts and audio clipsWe have a special show this week featuring my personal summary of the events at the incredible D23 Expo. I walk you through all four days of the ultimate Disney fan gathering in Anaheim from my perspective. The D23 Expo was an unforgettable few days and I'm happy to share it with all Inside the Magic listeners.01:58:30Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:47:20 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms231.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms231.mp3There is plenty of big news this week including an insightful look at what Disney's purchase of Marvel could mean to both companies. Skipper Ben shares his problems with the new Disney online dining reservation system and what reservations he ended up with. Plus, I bring you over to the top of the Bay Lake Tower to enjoy a binaural recording of the Wishes fireworks show. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/231Insight into Disney's purchase of Marvel, Skipper Ben's online dining system woes, Wishes binaural from Bay Lake Tower, and plenty more.There is plenty of big news this week including an insightful look at what Disney's purchase of Marvel could mean to both companies. Skipper Ben shares his problems with the new Disney online dining reservation system and what reservations he ended up with. Plus, I bring you over to the top of the Bay Lake Tower to enjoy a binaural recording of the Wishes fireworks show.01:16:57Sun, 06 Sep 2009 14:43:58 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms230.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms230.mp3The show is filled with music this week as we feature a couple of unique renditions of classic Disney songs. Skipper Ben brings us some great audio from a fun experience within a Disney Cruise Line restaurant. Plus, I help answer some great Disney questions submitted by listeners this week. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/230Unique Disney song renditions, the sounds of a Disney Cruise Line restaurant, and listener questions answered.The show is filled with music this week as we feature a couple of unique renditions of classic Disney songs. Skipper Ben brings us some great audio from a fun experience within a Disney Cruise Line restaurant. Plus, I help answer some great Disney questions submitted by listeners this week.01:04:47Sun, 30 Aug 2009 12:53:32 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms228.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms228.mp3It's time to play catch-up on a couple of weeks of listener questions and comments. In addition, I review the latest issue of the Disney twenty-three magazine and Skipper Ben continues to plan his next Disney trip with a new purchase and some more Disney goose-bump moments. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/228Catch-up on listener comments and questions, Disney twenty-three magazine review, and Skipper Ben's trip planning continues.It's time to play catch-up on a couple of weeks of listener questions and comments. In addition, I review the latest issue of the Disney twenty-three magazine and Skipper Ben continues to plan his next Disney trip with a new purchase and some more Disney goose-bump moments.01:02:04Sun, 23 Aug 2009 11:38:05 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms229.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms229.mp3After a bunch of D23 Expo news, we have listener reviews of the new Kouzzina restaurant and Toy Story Mania iPhone game. Plus, Skipper Ben offers a fun memory celebrating 10 years of the Rock n Roller Coaster. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/229Listener Reviews of Kouzzina and the Toy Story Mania iPhone game and Skipper Ben remembers the early days of the Rock n Roller CoasterAfter a bunch of D23 Expo news, we have listener reviews of the new Kouzzina restaurant and Toy Story Mania iPhone game. Plus, Skipper Ben offers a fun memory celebrating 10 years of the Rock n Roller Coaster.01:00:09Sun, 23 Aug 2009 10:13:06 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms227.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms227.mp3We celebrate the 40th anniversary of Disneyland's Haunted Mansion with the Sutton family, winners of the contest to spend a night inside the Mansion. After discussing their incredible time, hear some of the most exciting events that took place over the six hours that the Suttons were inside the Mansion past midnight. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/227Celebrate the Haunted Mansion's 40th anniversary with the Sutton family just after spending a night inside the Mansion.We celebrate the 40th anniversary of Disneyland's Haunted Mansion with the Sutton family, winners of the contest to spend a night inside the Mansion. After discussing their incredible time, hear some of the most exciting events that took place over the six hours that the Suttons were inside the Mansion past midnight.01:02:48Sun, 16 Aug 2009 12:23:23 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms226.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms226.mp3Beyond the week's Disney news, listeners drive the show with D23 reports from the San Diego Comic Con, child safety tips, and many more comments and questions. Plus, Skipper Ben brings another great addition in his vinyl Disney album collection that's sure to get stuck in your head. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/226Listeners drive this week's show with reports, questions, and comments. Plus, Skipper Ben brings us another great vinyl album.Beyond the week's Disney news, listeners drive the show with D23 reports from the San Diego Comic Con, child safety tips, and many more comments and questions. Plus, Skipper Ben brings another great addition in his vinyl Disney album collection that's sure to get stuck in your head.01:16:28Sun, 02 Aug 2009 13:04:35 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms225.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms225.mp3The San Diego Comic-Con dominates this week's show with first-hand reports from Disney's many panels and events including great information about upcoming movies and more. We also have a report from a recent special screening of Enchanted. Plus, Skipper Ben once again shares his only recording of him as an actual Jungle Cruise Skipper. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/225Disney panel reports from San Diego Comic-Con and a special Enchanted screening. Plus Skipper Ben... as a Jungle Cruise Skipper!The San Diego Comic-Con dominates this week's show with first-hand reports from Disney's many panels and events including great information about upcoming movies and more. We also have a report from a recent special screening of Enchanted. Plus, Skipper Ben once again shares his only recording of him as an actual Jungle Cruise Skipper.01:20:29Sun, 26 Jul 2009 12:10:05 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms224.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms224.mp3Skipper Ben joins us once again this week for the duration of the show to weigh in on the week's news and some listener-submitted topics including the recent monorail incident, Weird Al's new Jungle Cruise song and much more. Plus, go Back to Neverland in a tribute to the late Walter Cronkite. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/224Skipper Ben joins me to discuss the week's Disney news, Weird Al, and more. Plus, a tribute to Walter Cronkite.Skipper Ben joins us once again this week for the duration of the show to weigh in on the week's news and some listener-submitted topics including the recent monorail incident, Weird Al's new Jungle Cruise song and much more. Plus, go Back to Neverland in a tribute to the late Walter Cronkite.01:17:09Sun, 19 Jul 2009 10:32:30 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms223.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms223.mp3This week, we have a listener report/review from the Pirate's League at the Magic Kingdom. Plus, That Anonymous Guy joins us as a former visitor to Hong Kong Disneyland to talk about the upcoming expansion. Skipper Ben returns with some updates on his upcoming trip and we have plenty of exciting Disney news and much more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/223Pirate's League listener report, Hong Kong Disneyland expansion thoughts, update on Skipper Ben's trip, and more.This week, we have a listener report/review from the Pirate's League at the Magic Kingdom. Plus, That Anonymous Guy joins us as a former visitor to Hong Kong Disneyland to talk about the upcoming expansion. Skipper Ben returns with some updates on his upcoming trip and we have plenty of exciting Disney news and much more.00:55:29Mon, 13 Jul 2009 07:20:20 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms222.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms222.mp3Walt Disney Imagineer Kathy Rogers joins us for a brief interview about the updated Hall of Presidents attraction. Beyond that, listeners rule the show this week as we feature reviews of different experiences from all over the Walt Disney Company. Plus, listeners chime in with their own personal stories involving Michael Jackson. In addition, we have plenty of Disney news, ranging from a terrible Walt Disney World tragedy to an exciting Hong Kong expansion. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/222Interview with Imagineer Kathy Rogers, plus a variety of Disney reviews and Michael Jackson stories from listenersWalt Disney Imagineer Kathy Rogers joins us for a brief interview about the updated Hall of Presidents attraction. Beyond that, listeners rule the show this week as we feature reviews of different experiences from all over the Walt Disney Company. Plus, listeners chime in with their own personal stories involving Michael Jackson. In addition, we have plenty of Disney news, ranging from a terrible Walt Disney World tragedy to an exciting Hong Kong expansion.01:13:37Sun, 05 Jul 2009 14:17:15 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms221.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms221.mp3The Hall of Presidents at the Magic Kingdom has been enhanced and updated and we're bringing it to you through video and binaural audio. We also pay tribute to Michael Jackson with a story from Skipper Ben and a special song from Disneyland. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/221Updated and enhanced Hall of Presidents binaural audio including Barack Obama, Skipper Ben tells a Michael Jackson story, Disney news and more.The Hall of Presidents at the Magic Kingdom has been enhanced and updated and we're bringing it to you through video and binaural audio. We also pay tribute to Michael Jackson with a story from Skipper Ben and a special song from Disneyland.00:59:23Sun, 28 Jun 2009 18:59:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms220.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms220.mp3Take a trip to the Magic Kingdom to enjoy some marching band music from Main Street U.S.A. With the new Transformers movie hitting theaters this week, listener Scott brings us a review of the Mickey Mouse Transformers figure. In honor of Father's Day, Skipper Ben shares tips from listeners for enjoying the parks with young children. And we have plenty of Disney news and much more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/220Marching band at the Magic Kingdom in binaural audio, Listener review of the Mickey Mouse Transformer, Skipper Ben's Father's Day tips, and more.Take a trip to the Magic Kingdom to enjoy some marching band music from Main Street U.S.A. With the new Transformers movie hitting theaters this week, listener Scott brings us a review of the Mickey Mouse Transformers figure. In honor of Father's Day, Skipper Ben shares tips from listeners for enjoying the parks with young children. And we have plenty of Disney news and much more.01:05:46Sun, 21 Jun 2009 12:00:12 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms219.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms219.mp3Beyond the news, we have plenty of park audio including 50th-anniversary tributes to the Matterhorn, Monorail, and Submarine Voyage. Skipper Ben also brings us audio from nine years ago at the Disney-MGM Studios and Mark and Jay return with a Backstage Pass Rewind. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/21950 Years of the Matterhorn, Monorail, and Submarine Voyage. Plus, Skipper Ben at the Studios and Backstage Pass Rewind.Beyond the news, we have plenty of park audio including 50th-anniversary tributes to the Matterhorn, Monorail, and Submarine Voyage. Skipper Ben also brings us audio from nine years ago at the Disney-MGM Studios and Mark and Jay return with a Backstage Pass Rewind.01:15:30Sun, 14 Jun 2009 11:26:16 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms218.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms218.mp3A new spin on the week's Disney news as Skipper Ben joins in for the entire duration of the show, discussing news topics and a whole lot more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/218Skipper Ben joins in for the entire show discussing Disney news and much more.A new spin on the week's Disney news as Skipper Ben joins in for the entire duration of the show, discussing news topics and a whole lot more.01:27:03Sun, 07 Jun 2009 10:23:17 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms217.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms217.mp3This week's show has very little news but a ton of fun covering just two topics. First, I give you my spoiler-free review of Disney/Pixar's latest film, Up, along with plenty of listener comments. Then I bring you to Disney's Hollywood Studios for the appearance of American Idol winner Kris Allen answering questions, singing a song, and even showing up inside The American Idol Experience Attraction. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/217Review of Disney/Pixar's Up and American Idol Kris Allen visits and performs at Disney's Hollywood StudiosThis week's show has very little news but a ton of fun covering just two topics. First, I give you my spoiler-free review of Disney/Pixar's latest film, Up, along with plenty of listener comments. Then I bring you to Disney's Hollywood Studios for the appearance of American Idol winner Kris Allen answering questions, singing a song, and even showing up inside The American Idol Experience Attraction.01:27:03Sun, 31 May 2009 12:01:00 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms216.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms216.mp3Lots of exciting news surrounding the Hall of Presidents, Star Wars Weekends, and much more. Plus, we take you to Epcot for the grand opening of The Great Piggy Bank Adventure at Innoventions. Skipper Ben dives into his mailbag once again and brings us some fun theme park audio. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/216The Great Piggy Bank Adventure Opening, Skipper Ben's mailbag, and a lot of exciting Disney news.Lots of exciting news surrounding the Hall of Presidents, Star Wars Weekends, and much more. Plus, we take you to Epcot for the grand opening of The Great Piggy Bank Adventure at Innoventions. Skipper Ben dives into his mailbag once again and brings us some fun theme park audio.01:14:49Sun, 24 May 2009 11:05:33 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms215.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms215.mp3This week's show features Disney news including closings, concerts, and changes coming to theme parks and resorts. Skipper Ben brings us his thoughts on the Bolt Blu-Ray disc release. We also have another great Disney song rendition from Tom Ameen and plenty more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/215Closings, concerts, and changes coming to Disney theme parks and resorts. Also, Skipper Ben reviews the Bolt Blu-Ray release and plenty more.This week's show features Disney news including closings, concerts, and changes coming to theme parks and resorts. Skipper Ben brings us his thoughts on the Bolt Blu-Ray disc release. We also have another great Disney song rendition from Tom Ameen and plenty more.01:00:42Sun, 17 May 2009 13:06:18 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms214fixed.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms214fixed.mp3Stitch's Supersonic Celebration descends on Tomorrowland and I bring you there through the magic of binaural audio and offer my opinion of the new show. Mark and Jay also return with Backstage Pass - CSI style. Plus Disney news from the worlds of theme parks, movies, business, and beyond. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/214Stitch's Supersonic Celebration binaural audio and opinion, Backstage Pass - CSI style, plenty of Disney news and much more.Stitch's Supersonic Celebration descends on Tomorrowland and I bring you there through the magic of binaural audio and offer my opinion of the new show. Mark and Jay also return with Backstage Pass - CSI style. Plus Disney news from the worlds of theme parks, movies, business, and beyond.01:17:18Sun, 10 May 2009 11:13:49 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms213.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms213.mp3Join us in the celebration of the 20th anniversary of Disney's Hollywood Studios with binaural audio of that morning's special rope-drop ceremony and a summary of the talks given by Walt Disney Imagineers. In addition, Skipper Ben brings us some fun old jazz music from Disneyland and we have plenty more Disney news and fun. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/21320th Anniversary of Disney's Hollywood Studios celebration, Skipper Ben brings us Disneyland jazz music, and much more.Join us in the celebration of the 20th anniversary of Disney's Hollywood Studios with binaural audio of that morning's special rope-drop ceremony and a summary of the talks given by Walt Disney Imagineers. In addition, Skipper Ben brings us some fun old jazz music from Disneyland and we have plenty more Disney news and fun.00:54:16Sun, 03 May 2009 11:49:32 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms212.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms212.mp3This week we bring you to Downtown Disney for the Characters in Flight balloon ribbon-cutting ceremony with an interview with Erik Garcia from Aerophile. In addition, we take you to Epcot for Justin Muchoney's last appearance as Chief Magic Official in a surprise Unbirthday party. Plus, Skipper Ben tells us a fun Jungle Cruise cast member story and we have plenty of exciting Disney news. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/212Characters in Flight balloon ride opening, Final Chief Magic Official event at Epcot, Jungle Cruise Live on Stage, and much more.This week we bring you to Downtown Disney for the Characters in Flight balloon ribbon-cutting ceremony with an interview with Erik Garcia from Aerophile. In addition, we take you to Epcot for Justin Muchoney's last appearance as Chief Magic Official in a surprise Unbirthday party. Plus, Skipper Ben tells us a fun Jungle Cruise cast member story and we have plenty of exciting Disney news.01:22:56Sun, 26 Apr 2009 12:08:43 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms211.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms211.mp3The winner of the Inside the Magic 4th anniversary is announced along with a few honorable entry mentions. Skipper Ben talks about the Disney College Program, answers a few questions, and begins another Top 3. We also fulfill a 3-year-old listener request, have plenty of Disney news, and much more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/211Contest winner, Skipper Ben answers questions and offers advice, a listener request, and much more.The winner of the Inside the Magic 4th anniversary is announced along with a few honorable entry mentions. Skipper Ben talks about the Disney College Program, answers a few questions, and begins another Top 3. We also fulfill a 3-year-old listener request, have plenty of Disney news, and much more.00:57:13Sun, 19 Apr 2009 10:41:21 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms210.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms210.mp3Celebrate the 4th anniversary of Inside the Magic with a contest, plenty of Disney news, a video of the Remy animatronic at Epcot, an announcement from Skipper Ben, and much more. Stay tuned to the end for a special ITM 4th anniversary mix! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/210Inside the Magic celebrates its 4th anniversary with a contest, news, an Epcot video, and plenty more.Celebrate the 4th anniversary of Inside the Magic with a contest, plenty of Disney news, a video of the Remy animatronic at Epcot, an announcement from Skipper Ben, and much more. Stay tuned to the end for a special ITM 4th anniversary mix!00:58:40Sun, 12 Apr 2009 12:05:33 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms209.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms209.mp3This week, Skipper Ben dives into his Mailbag once again, answering your questions. In addition, for the second week in a row, we head to Universal Studios as That Anonymous Guy tells us a funny baseball-themed story and, at the end of the show, it's MC Hammer Time from Universal Studios Mardi Gras. Plus, we have a fun video from the Walt Disney World Speedway. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/209Skipper Ben's Mailbag, Disney Movie News, Video from the WDW Speedway, and That Anonymous Guy and MC Hammer (separately) at Universal StudiosThis week, Skipper Ben dives into his Mailbag once again, answering your questions. In addition, for the second week in a row, we head to Universal Studios as That Anonymous Guy tells us a funny baseball-themed story and, at the end of the show, it's MC Hammer Time from Universal Studios Mardi Gras. Plus, we have a fun video from the Walt Disney World Speedway.01:02:10Sun, 05 Apr 2009 12:14:30 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms208.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms208.mp3Good and bad Disney news including the release of a great new Disney CD set, Skipper Ben takes us to Mardi Gras, Part 2 of Backstage Pass to Horizons Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/208New Disney 1964 World's Fair CD Set, Mardi Gras with Skipper Ben, Part 2 of Backstage Pass to HorizonsGood and bad Disney news including the release of a great new Disney CD set, Skipper Ben takes us to Mardi Gras, Part 2 of Backstage Pass to Horizons01:20:56Sun, 29 Mar 2009 11:52:10 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms207.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms207.mp3Disney News, Skipper Ben Reviews Pinocchio, Many Listener Calls, and a 16-minute video from the opening celebration of Epcot's 16th annual Flower and Garden Festival Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/207Disney News, Pinocchio Blu-Ray Review, Listener Calls, and a Flower and Garden Festival VideoDisney News, Skipper Ben Reviews Pinocchio, Many Listener Calls, and a 16-minute video from the opening celebration of Epcot's 16th annual Flower and Garden Festival00:59:56Sun, 22 Mar 2009 06:59:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms206.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms206.mp3This week's show is all about the new D23 fan club and the 2009 Disney Shareholder's Meeting. Beyond the news, listener Todd gives us a look at what it's like to attend the shareholder's meeting. Then Paul Barrie from Window to the Magic joins us for an opinion-filled discussion of D23. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/206Opinions on D23, Disney Twenty Three, and the D23 Expo, Report from Disney's 2009 Shareholder's Meeting, and Plenty of News.This week's show is all about the new D23 fan club and the 2009 Disney Shareholder's Meeting. Beyond the news, listener Todd gives us a look at what it's like to attend the shareholder's meeting. Then Paul Barrie from Window to the Magic joins us for an opinion-filled discussion of D23.01:24:46Sun, 15 Mar 2009 10:11:48 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms205.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms205.mp3We have two weeks worth of news to cover this week. Beyond that, Skipper Ben is here with answers to last week's cast member pop quiz. We'll also offer some advice for traveling to a Disney theme park with an infant courtesy of some ITM listeners and plenty more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/205News Catch-Up, Skipper Ben's Pop Quiz Answers, Infants in Disney Parks, and MoreWe have two weeks worth of news to cover this week. Beyond that, Skipper Ben is here with answers to last week's cast member pop quiz. We'll also offer some advice for traveling to a Disney theme park with an infant courtesy of some ITM listeners and plenty more.01:01:59Sun, 08 Mar 2009 09:17:01 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms204.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms204.mp3Filling in for a sick Ricky this week are a fun cast of Inside the Magic characters. Skipper Ben is here with a fun Cast Member trivia quiz. Mark and Jay bring us Part One of a Backstage Pass to the fan favorite extinct attraction, Horizons. That Anonymous Guy rounds out the show with a segment that is somewhere between Disney movie history and Mystery Science Theater 3000. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/204Skipper Ben's Trivia Quiz, Backstage Pass to Horizons at Epcot, and That Anonymous Guy takes us to The Black HoleFilling in for a sick Ricky this week are a fun cast of Inside the Magic characters. Skipper Ben is here with a fun Cast Member trivia quiz. Mark and Jay bring us Part One of a Backstage Pass to the fan favorite extinct attraction, Horizons. That Anonymous Guy rounds out the show with a segment that is somewhere between Disney movie history and Mystery Science Theater 3000.00:37:20Sun, 01 Mar 2009 13:41:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms203.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms203.mp3We take a first-hand look at the What Will You Celebrate promotion including my thoughts on the new Move It, Shake It, Celebrate It street party. Tom Ameen returns with another wonderful piano rendition of some classic Epcot tunes. Skipper Ben has returned from Las Vegas and wants to tell you all about some Disney and Orlando tie-ins there and we have plenty more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/203Move It, Shake It, Celebrate It, Skipper Ben ties Las Vegas to Disney and Orlando, Tom Ameen's Epcot Piano Music, and MoreWe take a first-hand look at the What Will You Celebrate promotion including my thoughts on the new Move It, Shake It, Celebrate It street party. Tom Ameen returns with another wonderful piano rendition of some classic Epcot tunes. Skipper Ben has returned from Las Vegas and wants to tell you all about some Disney and Orlando tie-ins there and we have plenty more.01:12:51Sun, 22 Feb 2009 10:01:19 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms202.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms202.mp3After this week's Disney news, it's an all American Idol show including interviews with American Idol celebrities, a report from the world premiere of the American Idol Experience attraction, and a fantastic binaural recording of the entire show Disney put on for the media, including performances by David Cook and Carrie Underwood. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/202American Idol Experience World Premiere - Interviews, Report, and a Special Finale Show featuring David Cook and Carrie UnderwoodAfter this week's Disney news, it's an all American Idol show including interviews with American Idol celebrities, a report from the world premiere of the American Idol Experience attraction, and a fantastic binaural recording of the entire show Disney put on for the media, including performances by David Cook and Carrie Underwood.01:34:53Sun, 15 Feb 2009 04:11:50 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms201.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms201.mp3We visit the Jim Henson's Fantastic World exhibit in Orlando, including a conversation with Jim Henson's daughter, Heather Henson, the exhibit's curator, Karen Falk, and others. Skipper Ben is here sharing a fun old vinyl Mickey Mouse recording. I also fulfill a special listener request with audio from Epcot's past. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/201Jim Henson's Fantastic World Exhibit and Interviews, Vintage Mickey Mouse Vinyl Recording, Spaceship Earth from the Past, and Much More.We visit the Jim Henson's Fantastic World exhibit in Orlando, including a conversation with Jim Henson's daughter, Heather Henson, the exhibit's curator, Karen Falk, and others. Skipper Ben is here sharing a fun old vinyl Mickey Mouse recording. I also fulfill a special listener request with audio from Epcot's past.01:34:53Sun, 08 Feb 2009 11:55:23 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms200.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms200.mp3Throughout the show, listeners help celebrate Inside the Magic's 200 episodes. Skipper Ben reminisces about his last few years and That Anonymous Guy joins us live from California Adventure in honor of this milestone episode. We also have two contest winners to announce! Beyond the celebration, we've got the latest Disney news, a listener merchandise review, and much more. Whether you've been with us for 200 shows or are tuning in for the very first time, you will enjoy Inside the Magic's 200th episode! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/200Celebrate 200 Shows with listeners, Skipper Ben, That Anonymous Guy, contest winners, and much more.Throughout the show, listeners help celebrate Inside the Magic's 200 episodes. Skipper Ben reminisces about his last few years and That Anonymous Guy joins us live from California Adventure in honor of this milestone episode. We also have two contest winners to announce! Beyond the celebration, we've got the latest Disney news, a listener merchandise review, and much more. Whether you've been with us for 200 shows or are tuning in for the very first time, you will enjoy Inside the Magic's 200th episode!01:25:22Sun, 01 Feb 2009 12:12:04 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms199.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms199.mp3We have a huge show for you including a trip to DIsney's Hollywood Studios for the new American Idol Experience, with interviews and clips from the show itself. Skipper Ben is here finally revealing the Top 3 Celebrity Appearances at Walt Disney World. Mark and Jay celebrate help 200 episodes of Inside the Magic through Backstage Pass and our 200th episode contest continues! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/199American Idol Experience Review, Interview, and Clips, Top 3 Walt Disney World Celebrities, Backstage Pass, and Contest Part 2!We have a huge show for you including a trip to DIsney's Hollywood Studios for the new American Idol Experience, with interviews and clips from the show itself. Skipper Ben is here finally revealing the Top 3 Celebrity Appearances at Walt Disney World. Mark and Jay celebrate help 200 episodes of Inside the Magic through Backstage Pass and our 200th episode contest continues!01:45:03Sun, 25 Jan 2009 12:38:50 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms198.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms198.mp3I bring you to Epcot for an attraction I had never experienced until recently. Skipper Ben tells a story from his namesake attraction, the Jungle Cruise. Episode 200 is coming soon so we're holding fun 2-part contest! And we have plenty more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/198A New-To-Me Epcot Attraction, Skipper Ben's Greatest Fear, A 2-Part Contest, and MoreI bring you to Epcot for an attraction I had never experienced until recently. Skipper Ben tells a story from his namesake attraction, the Jungle Cruise. Episode 200 is coming soon so we're holding fun 2-part contest! And we have plenty more.01:04:33Sun, 18 Jan 2009 11:48:04 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms197.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms197.mp3This week we head to Downtown Disney for the opening of the Disney Design-A-Tee store. Skipper Ben is here with a great story from Fantasmic. That Anonymous Guy bring us a hilarious look at Disney in 2009. Listener Ed checks in after finishing the Walt Disney World Marathon and we have a bunch of great listener feedback. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/197Disney Design-A-Tee, Fantasmic Story, That Anonymous Guy, Walt Disney World Marathon, and MoreThis week we head to Downtown Disney for the opening of the Disney Design-A-Tee store. Skipper Ben is here with a great story from Fantasmic. That Anonymous Guy bring us a hilarious look at Disney in 2009. Listener Ed checks in after finishing the Walt Disney World Marathon and we have a bunch of great listener feedback.01:17:32Sun, 11 Jan 2009 11:52:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms196.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms196.mp3We're starting off the new year with a listener-driven show, featuring your requests gathered on Twitter and Facebook, including a trip to the Cinderella Castle Suite, some park sounds and music, and much more. Skipper Ben is also here to introduce the final round to decide the Top 3 Celebrities in the parks. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/196Listener requests including the Cinderella Castle Suite and park music. Also, Skipper Ben's Top 3.We're starting off the new year with a listener-driven show, featuring your requests gathered on Twitter and Facebook, including a trip to the Cinderella Castle Suite, some park sounds and music, and much more. Skipper Ben is also here to introduce the final round to decide the Top 3 Celebrities in the parks.01:06:29Sun, 04 Jan 2009 16:07:23 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms195.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms195.mp3It is time for the 2008 Ear in Review in which Paul Barrie from Window to the Magic and I discuss everything that has happened in the world of Disney in the past year. From theme parks to movies, there isn't a Disney subject that we don't give you our thoughts on. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/1952008 Ear in Review with Ricky and PaulIt is time for the 2008 Ear in Review in which Paul Barrie from Window to the Magic and I discuss everything that has happened in the world of Disney in the past year. From theme parks to movies, there isn't a Disney subject that we don't give you our thoughts on.03:18:28Sun, 28 Dec 2008 11:17:56 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms195-BackstagePass.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms195-BackstagePass.mp3Backstage Pass - A Yeti Christmas Tale Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/195Backstage Pass - A Yeti Christmas TaleBackstage Pass - A Yeti Christmas Tale00:18:48Sun, 28 Dec 2008 11:17:56 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms194.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms194.mp3Christmas is just a few days away so this week's I'm bringing you all of the holiday music and entertainment from around Walt Disney World that I could pack into a single show. Skipper Ben is also here inviting you to join him for a grand holiday feast. Have Merry Christmas and enjoy this week's show! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/194Holiday music from the Main Street Band, Dapper Dans, Mannheim Steamroller, and More. Plus Skipper Ben's Holiday Feast!Christmas is just a few days away so this week's I'm bringing you all of the holiday music and entertainment from around Walt Disney World that I could pack into a single show. Skipper Ben is also here inviting you to join him for a grand holiday feast. Have Merry Christmas and enjoy this week's show!01:57:36Sun, 21 Dec 2008 17:59:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms193.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms193.mp3I toured the American Idol Experience attraction and experienced the Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure, so I'm sharing my thoughts and information about them. Skipper Ben returns this week with a bunch of catching up to do. That Anonymous Guy is here with his hilarious thoughts on the holiday season. I also bring you to the Magic Kingdom for this year's trivia-filled Inside the Magic MouseFest meet! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/193Kim Possible Adventure Review, American Idol Tour, MouseFest 2008, and Skipper Ben returns!I toured the American Idol Experience attraction and experienced the Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure, so I'm sharing my thoughts and information about them. Skipper Ben returns this week with a bunch of catching up to do. That Anonymous Guy is here with his hilarious thoughts on the holiday season. I also bring you to the Magic Kingdom for this year's trivia-filled Inside the Magic MouseFest meet!01:38:57Sun, 14 Dec 2008 15:00:35 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms192.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms192.mp3December means time for some holiday fun from the parks beginning with a trip to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party to enjoy a Cinderella Castle stage show and some fireworks. Skipper Ben briefly returns this week with a quick update on what's been going on in his busy life and we have plenty more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/192Very Merry Christmas Party Binaural Audio, Skipper Ben Checks In, and MoreDecember means time for some holiday fun from the parks beginning with a trip to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party to enjoy a Cinderella Castle stage show and some fireworks. Skipper Ben briefly returns this week with a quick update on what's been going on in his busy life and we have plenty more.01:09:55Sun, 07 Dec 2008 10:54:36 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms191.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms191.mp3Not much Disney news, but plenty of fun. Jay and Mark bring us another fantastic Backstage Pass. Skipper Ben has a baby, so I host my own Disney Top 3 with a twist. We also welcome back That Anonymous Guy to give us his own unique take on a recent Disneyland trip. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/191Backstage Pass, Disney Top 3 with a Twist, That Anonymous Guy at Disneyland, and MoreNot much Disney news, but plenty of fun. Jay and Mark bring us another fantastic Backstage Pass. Skipper Ben has a baby, so I host my own Disney Top 3 with a twist. We also welcome back That Anonymous Guy to give us his own unique take on a recent Disneyland trip.01:09:00Sun, 30 Nov 2008 10:51:48 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms190.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms190.mp3I bring you to the Walt Disney World Speedway for a review of the new IndyCar Racing Experience and the Richard Petty Driving Experience. Skipper Ben is here with your Top 3 results from Disney's Hollywood Studios and we have lots of Disney news and plenty more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/190IndyCar and Richard Petty Experiences at the Walt Disney World Speedway, Top 3 Celebs at Disney's Hollywood Studios, and MoreI bring you to the Walt Disney World Speedway for a review of the new IndyCar Racing Experience and the Richard Petty Driving Experience. Skipper Ben is here with your Top 3 results from Disney's Hollywood Studios and we have lots of Disney news and plenty more.01:07:57Sun, 23 Nov 2008 10:36:43 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms189.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms189.mp3A very assorted Inside the Magic line-up this week includes a Disney Dining Plan review, unique listener questions, and some great stories of Inside the Magic around the world. Skipper Ben is here with a great ride-through and we have plenty of other random fun. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/189Assorted fun with reviews, listener questions and stories, a contest winner, and much more!A very assorted Inside the Magic line-up this week includes a Disney Dining Plan review, unique listener questions, and some great stories of Inside the Magic around the world. Skipper Ben is here with a great ride-through and we have plenty of other random fun.01:06:57Sun, 16 Nov 2008 10:32:53 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms188.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms188.mp3I've got an exciting new Web site to announce. Skipper Ben is here with the Top 3 celebrities from Animal Kingdom. Greg concludes his Backstage Magic tour reports and brings us a contest for some great Imagineering prizes. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/188New Web Site Announcement, Top 3 Animal Kingdom Celebrities, Backstage Magic Wrap-Up and Contest, and More.I've got an exciting new Web site to announce. Skipper Ben is here with the Top 3 celebrities from Animal Kingdom. Greg concludes his Backstage Magic tour reports and brings us a contest for some great Imagineering prizes.01:01:01Sun, 09 Nov 2008 10:03:55 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms187.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms187.mp3This week, I give you my thoughts on The Nightmare Before Christmas Blu-Ray edition and the Wilderness Back Trail Segway Adventure. Listeners Jerry and Scott bring us reviews on the new Tinker Bell movie. We've also got some fun Cast Member stories from The Main Street Gazette and plenty more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/187The Nightmare Before Christmas Blu-Ray, Wilderness Segway Tour, Tinker Bell movie, Disneyland Cast Member stories, and much more.This week, I give you my thoughts on The Nightmare Before Christmas Blu-Ray edition and the Wilderness Back Trail Segway Adventure. Listeners Jerry and Scott bring us reviews on the new Tinker Bell movie. We've also got some fun Cast Member stories from The Main Street Gazette and plenty more.01:07:16Sun, 02 Nov 2008 09:51:00 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms186.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms186.mp3We have lots of ghoulish goodies including a haunted cast member story from Skipper Ben, a Backstage Pass with a creepy ship and a star to sail her by, binaural audio of HalloWishes fireworks and plenty more. We're also heading to Animal Kingdom for a fun gathering. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/186Haunted Cast Member Story, Creepy Backstage Pass, Binaural HalloWishes, a special trip on Dinosaur, and more.We have lots of ghoulish goodies including a haunted cast member story from Skipper Ben, a Backstage Pass with a creepy ship and a star to sail her by, binaural audio of HalloWishes fireworks and plenty more. We're also heading to Animal Kingdom for a fun gathering.01:19:40Sun, 26 Oct 2008 12:46:44 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms185.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms185.mp3This week we cover the openings of the Blue Sky Cellar at Disney's California Adventure and T-Rex restaurant at Downtown Disney in Orlando. Skipper Ben is here with another great Cast Member story. Halloween fun continues with a binaural recording from Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and a report from Disneyland's Happiest Haunts Tour. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/185Blue Sky Cellar at California Adventure, T-Rex at Downtown Disney, Muppet Sleeping, More Halloween FunThis week we cover the openings of the Blue Sky Cellar at Disney's California Adventure and T-Rex restaurant at Downtown Disney in Orlando. Skipper Ben is here with another great Cast Member story. Halloween fun continues with a binaural recording from Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and a report from Disneyland's Happiest Haunts Tour.01:19:40Sun, 19 Oct 2008 12:17:18 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms184.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms184.mp3Halloween fun continues with Haunted Mansion sing-alongs plus binaural audio from the Boo To You parade. Skipper Ben is really here this week with your Top 3 Epcot celebrities. Greg joins us for his second-to-last day of the Backstage Magic tour and Eric brings us another Disney Experience. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/184Halloween Sing-Alongs and Binaural Audio, Top 3 Epcot Celebs, Backstage Magic, and MoreHalloween fun continues with Haunted Mansion sing-alongs plus binaural audio from the Boo To You parade. Skipper Ben is really here this week with your Top 3 Epcot celebrities. Greg joins us for his second-to-last day of the Backstage Magic tour and Eric brings us another Disney Experience.01:22:23Sun, 12 Oct 2008 11:17:30 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms183.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms183.mp3October means Halloween is on the way! This week I compare Central Florida's three biggest Halloween events plan your vacation. I'll also share some binaural audio from Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Beyond Halloween, Skipper Ben is here with Cruisin the World, sort of. We also have a listener book review of Kingdom Keepers 2 and plenty more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/183Halloween across Central Florida, Cadaver Dans, Kingdom Keepers 2, and Much MoreOctober means Halloween is on the way! This week I compare Central Florida's three biggest Halloween events plan your vacation. I'll also share some binaural audio from Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Beyond Halloween, Skipper Ben is here with Cruisin the World, sort of. We also have a listener book review of Kingdom Keepers 2 and plenty more.01:22:08Sat, 04 Oct 2008 19:48:22 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms182.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms182.mp3This week we're featuring a wide range of topics including the Adventurer's Club closing, Disney Fairies and Celebration 2009, Upcoming Disney Movies, Top 3 Magic Kingdom celebrities, Backstage Pass, and Much More. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/182Disney Fairies, New Movies, Top 3 Magic Kingdom Celebrities, Backstage Pass, and Much More.This week we're featuring a wide range of topics including the Adventurer's Club closing, Disney Fairies and Celebration 2009, Upcoming Disney Movies, Top 3 Magic Kingdom celebrities, Backstage Pass, and Much More.01:32:06Sun, 28 Sep 2008 15:27:00 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms181.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms181.mp3Beyond the news, where Disney had two big announcements this week, Skipper Ben is here with a retraction, an answer, and some of his own news. Greg brings us Day 4 of his Backstage Magic tour. Tyler offers up an audio tribute to the Adventurer's Club and we have plenty more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/181Disney Announcements, Skipper Ben's Hodge Podge, Backstage Magic Day 4, Adventurer's Club Songs, and MoreBeyond the news, where Disney had two big announcements this week, Skipper Ben is here with a retraction, an answer, and some of his own news. Greg brings us Day 4 of his Backstage Magic tour. Tyler offers up an audio tribute to the Adventurer's Club and we have plenty more.01:18:53Sun, 21 Sep 2008 08:21:27 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms180.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms180.mp3Plenty of interesting Disney news this week. Skipper Ben is here with your Top 3 counter service food results. More fun Epcot binaural audio from the World Showcase. Our latest contest winners are announced and it's time to start celebrating Halloween, at least a little bit. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/180Park Audio from Norway, Top 3 Counter Service Food Results, Halloween Season Begins, Contest Winners, and MorePlenty of interesting Disney news this week. Skipper Ben is here with your Top 3 counter service food results. More fun Epcot binaural audio from the World Showcase. Our latest contest winners are announced and it's time to start celebrating Halloween, at least a little bit.01:13:38Sun, 14 Sep 2008 13:40:01 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms179.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms179.mp3We're filling the show with fun park audio. Skipper Ben brings us to a unique Disneyland Paris attraction in both audio and video. I'm taking you to Epcot for an attraction I haven't experienced in a long time. We have a lot of great listener feedback this week and a new Inside the Magic contest for some great Disney prizes! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/179Park Audio from Disneyland Paris and Epcot, Lots of Listener Feedback, and a Contest!We're filling the show with fun park audio. Skipper Ben brings us to a unique Disneyland Paris attraction in both audio and video. I'm taking you to Epcot for an attraction I haven't experienced in a long time. We have a lot of great listener feedback this week and a new Inside the Magic contest for some great Disney prizes!01:33:22Sun, 07 Sep 2008 12:26:53 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms178.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms178.mp3We're doubling up on Cast Member fun this week as I conclude our ongoing look at Alien Encounter and Skipper Ben takes us to MuppetVision 3D. Jeff returns with more information about Disney's Vacation Club live from Walt Disney World. Mark and Jay are here bringing us on a Backstage Pass time warp to Disney parks in 1994. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/178Michael Phelps Interview, Alien Encounter Part 3, MuppetVision 3D Script, Backstage Pass in 1994, and Welcome HomeWe're doubling up on Cast Member fun this week as I conclude our ongoing look at Alien Encounter and Skipper Ben takes us to MuppetVision 3D. Jeff returns with more information about Disney's Vacation Club live from Walt Disney World. Mark and Jay are here bringing us on a Backstage Pass time warp to Disney parks in 1994.01:27:17Sun, 31 Aug 2008 10:31:43 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms177.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms177.mp3We have more behind the scenes information at Alien Encounter. Skipper Ben brings us another look at visiting Walt Disney World with kids. Listener Greg returns with Day 3 of his Adventures by Disney Backstage Magic tour. ITM Listener Eric introduces a new segment that we need your help with. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/177Alien Encounter Part 2, WDW with Kids Part 2, Backstage Magic Day 3, and MoreWe have more behind the scenes information at Alien Encounter. Skipper Ben brings us another look at visiting Walt Disney World with kids. Listener Greg returns with Day 3 of his Adventures by Disney Backstage Magic tour. ITM Listener Eric introduces a new segment that we need your help with.01:20:30Sun, 24 Aug 2008 10:27:26 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms176.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms176.mp3This week, I bring you behind the scenes at my favorite extinct Tomorrowland attraction, Alien Encounter. Skipper Ben offers up a restaurant review that's sure to make you hungry. We also have a listener review of parasailing at Disney's Contemporary Resort and plenty more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/176Alien Encounter Behind the Scenes, Earl of Sandwich, Parasailing, and moreThis week, I bring you behind the scenes at my favorite extinct Tomorrowland attraction, Alien Encounter. Skipper Ben offers up a restaurant review that's sure to make you hungry. We also have a listener review of parasailing at Disney's Contemporary Resort and plenty more.01:11:34Sun, 17 Aug 2008 11:08:33 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms175.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms175.mp3This week, we visit StormStruck, the newest exhibit to hit Epcot's Innoventions. Greg returns with Day 2 of his Backstage Magic adventure. Skipper Ben is here with the Top 3 ways to beat the heat at the parks. We're also wishing the Haunted Mansion an unhappy 39th birthday. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/175StormStruck, Backstage Magic, Top 3, and Haunted Mansion BirthdayThis week, we visit StormStruck, the newest exhibit to hit Epcot's Innoventions. Greg returns with Day 2 of his Backstage Magic adventure. Skipper Ben is here with the Top 3 ways to beat the heat at the parks. We're also wishing the Haunted Mansion an unhappy 39th birthday.01:09:03Sun, 10 Aug 2008 11:13:16 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms174.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms174.mp3I finally visited Pleasure Island's Adventurers Club and I'll be giving you first-hand thoughts about it. Listener Greg gives us a look at the Adventures by Disney Backstage Magic tour. Skipper Ben opens up his mailbag. Plus lots of Disney news and plenty more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/174Adventurers Club, Backstage Magic, Skipper Ben's Mailbag, and MoreI finally visited Pleasure Island's Adventurers Club and I'll be giving you first-hand thoughts about it. Listener Greg gives us a look at the Adventures by Disney Backstage Magic tour. Skipper Ben opens up his mailbag. Plus lots of Disney news and plenty more.01:23:31Sun, 03 Aug 2008 12:10:48 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms173.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms173.mp3A mixed bag of Disney news this week from excitement to terrible losses. Jay and Mark bring us a Backstage Pass with a unique perspective. We also have a fun live recording from Animal Kingdom. Skipper Ben is here to discuss visiting the parks with young kids and we have plenty more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/173Exciting News, Terrible News, Backstage Pass to Bugs, Live from Animal Kingdom, and Kids in the ParksA mixed bag of Disney news this week from excitement to terrible losses. Jay and Mark bring us a Backstage Pass with a unique perspective. We also have a fun live recording from Animal Kingdom. Skipper Ben is here to discuss visiting the parks with young kids and we have plenty more.01:21:01Sun, 27 Jul 2008 14:18:45 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms172.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms172.mp3Freelance artist Jody Daily joins us to discuss designing the Pixar Play Parade. Jeff returns with Welcome Home, Paris edition. Skipper Ben brings us a hotel review outside of the Disney box. I take you to Fantasyland for some fun live music. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/172Parade Designer Jody Daily, Welcome Home from Paris, Skipper Ben on a Texas Hotel, and Live Music in FantasylandFreelance artist Jody Daily joins us to discuss designing the Pixar Play Parade. Jeff returns with Welcome Home, Paris edition. Skipper Ben brings us a hotel review outside of the Disney box. I take you to Fantasyland for some fun live music.01:30:14Sun, 20 Jul 2008 15:11:39 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms171.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms171.mp3After a much-discussed Show 170, we're revisiting the topics of Wall-E and Pleasure Island's upcoming closure through listener comments. Skipper Ben is also here to give us his thoughts on Pleasure Island and we've got plenty more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/171Wall-E and Pleasure Island - Take TwoAfter a much-discussed Show 170, we're revisiting the topics of Wall-E and Pleasure Island's upcoming closure through listener comments. Skipper Ben is also here to give us his thoughts on Pleasure Island and we've got plenty more.01:12:13Sun, 13 Jul 2008 13:10:02 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms170.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms170.mp3This week I present my not-so-glowing review of Wall-E. Paul Barrie from Window to the Magic discusses Pleasure Island's closing. Mark and Jay join me in Adventureland for a behind Backstage Pass conversation. We also have a great listener-submitted Segway video podcast and report from Epcot. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/170Wall-E Review, Pleasure Island Closing Discussion, Adventureland Backstage Pass Chat, and Segways at EpcotThis week I present my not-so-glowing review of Wall-E. Paul Barrie from Window to the Magic discusses Pleasure Island's closing. Mark and Jay join me in Adventureland for a behind Backstage Pass conversation. We also have a great listener-submitted Segway video podcast and report from Epcot.01:19:28Sun, 06 Jul 2008 11:01:16 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms169.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms169.mp3Big news about the future of Downtown Disney and Pleasure Island. We take you to the Prince Caspian attraction official opening. Skipper Ben and ITM listeners review Wall-E. Jay and Mark conclude their summer adventure, The Kingdom of the Crystal Palace. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/169Changes to Downtown Disney, Prince Caspian Attraction, Wall-E Reviews, and the Kingdom of the Crystal Palace FinaleBig news about the future of Downtown Disney and Pleasure Island. We take you to the Prince Caspian attraction official opening. Skipper Ben and ITM listeners review Wall-E. Jay and Mark conclude their summer adventure, The Kingdom of the Crystal Palace.01:33:05Sun, 29 Jun 2008 11:25:16 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms168.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms168.mp3Designer Kevin Kidney joins the show to discuss his influence on the world of Disney park collectibles. A listener reviews Camp Rock. Skipper Ben dives into his Cast Member mailbag and we have plenty more! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/168Disney Designer Kevin Kidney, Camp Rock Review, Skipper Ben's Mailbag, and MoreDesigner Kevin Kidney joins the show to discuss his influence on the world of Disney park collectibles. A listener reviews Camp Rock. Skipper Ben dives into his Cast Member mailbag and we have plenty more!01:23:36Sun, 22 Jun 2008 13:39:03 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms167.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms167.mp3Follow-up report from Hong Kong Disneyland including It's a Small World. Listener Tracey brings us an Imagineering book review. I've got a treasure-hunting movie review. Skipper Ben is here with a musical trip to the Riverside. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/167Hong Kong Revisited, Imagineering At Its Peak, National Treasure 2, YeHaa Bob, and MoreFollow-up report from Hong Kong Disneyland including It's a Small World. Listener Tracey brings us an Imagineering book review. I've got a treasure-hunting movie review. Skipper Ben is here with a musical trip to the Riverside.01:15:30Sun, 15 Jun 2008 12:49:46 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms166.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms166.mp3Another video podcast for you this week brought to you by the Galactic Empire. Skipper Ben is here to tell you about the Disney point. Plus, we have Disney Details, a unique Hong Kong Disneyland report, a new random Disney audio selection, and much more! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/166Star Wars Video, The Disney Point, Hong Kong Report, Disney Details, and MoreAnother video podcast for you this week brought to you by the Galactic Empire. Skipper Ben is here to tell you about the Disney point. Plus, we have Disney Details, a unique Hong Kong Disneyland report, a new random Disney audio selection, and much more!01:14:00Sun, 08 Jun 2008 11:40:08 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms165.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms165.mp3We've got a show filled with a wide assortment of Disney goodies including a fun listener-submitted video podcast from Philadelphia starring none other than Wall-E in person. Skipper Ben is here taking us to Pizza Planet for another great Cast Member story. We also have a review of Stitch Live in Paris, a completely random Disney audio file, and plenty more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/165Dead hard drive, Pizza Planet, Wall-E in Person, Stitch Live, Random AudioWe've got a show filled with a wide assortment of Disney goodies including a fun listener-submitted video podcast from Philadelphia starring none other than Wall-E in person. Skipper Ben is here taking us to Pizza Planet for another great Cast Member story. We also have a review of Stitch Live in Paris, a completely random Disney audio file, and plenty more.01:10:54Tue, 03 Jun 2008 14:15:35 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms164.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms164.mp3Indiana Jones invades Inside the Magic! Mark and Jay deliver a special edition of Backstage Pass called the Kingdom of the Crystal Palace. I'm bringing you my review of the new Indy film, Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. Skipper Ben takes us all the way around the World Showcase to the American Adventure for some great music. We also have a review of fun new Pixar toys that have nothing to do with Indiana Jones. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/164Kingdom of the Crystal Palace, Crystal Skull Review, and a bit of Wall-EIndiana Jones invades Inside the Magic! Mark and Jay deliver a special edition of Backstage Pass called the Kingdom of the Crystal Palace. I'm bringing you my review of the new Indy film, Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. Skipper Ben takes us all the way around the World Showcase to the American Adventure for some great music. We also have a review of fun new Pixar toys that have nothing to do with Indiana Jones.01:22:20Sun, 25 May 2008 11:01:10 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms163.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms163.mp3We're bringing you to the Toy Story Mania grand opening ceremony followed by interviews with Imagineers Sue Bryan and Lori Coltrin. We have a few listener-submitted Prince Caspian movie reviews. Skipper Ben is here to discuss questions about Cast Member costuming. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/163Toy Story Mania Opening and Interviews, Prince Caspian Reviews, Cast Member CostumingWe're bringing you to the Toy Story Mania grand opening ceremony followed by interviews with Imagineers Sue Bryan and Lori Coltrin. We have a few listener-submitted Prince Caspian movie reviews. Skipper Ben is here to discuss questions about Cast Member costuming.01:21:48Sun, 18 May 2008 14:43:41 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms162.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms162.mp3It's time for a great listener-driven Inside the Magic this week! We'll be heading to Cast Corner for a touching story from Disneyland. Listener Mike gives us the low-down on Disney's PhotoPass, PhotoBook, and PhotoMovie services. Skipper Ben is also here with a tale of how Disney owns its Cast Members. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/162Photo Services, Cast Corner, Cast Member Ideas, and Much MoreIt's time for a great listener-driven Inside the Magic this week! We'll be heading to Cast Corner for a touching story from Disneyland. Listener Mike gives us the low-down on Disney's PhotoPass, PhotoBook, and PhotoMovie services. Skipper Ben is also here with a tale of how Disney owns its Cast Members.01:08:41Sun, 11 May 2008 11:31:32 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms161.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms161.mp3Toy Story Mania is here! I'm bringing you a complete review of the attraction as well as fun binaural audio from within it. We're bringing you some Disney Details including some from Toy Story Mania. ITM Listener Scott is here with a trip report and review from a Disney Cruise. Skipper Ben brings us to Canada for an always-entertaining live musical act. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/161Toy Story Midway Mania, Disney Details, Off Kilter, Disney Cruise LineToy Story Mania is here! I'm bringing you a complete review of the attraction as well as fun binaural audio from within it. We're bringing you some Disney Details including some from Toy Story Mania. ITM Listener Scott is here with a trip report and review from a Disney Cruise. Skipper Ben brings us to Canada for an always-entertaining live musical act.01:11:17Sun, 04 May 2008 14:33:43 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms160.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms160.mp3Plenty of fun and exciting Disney news this week. Skipper Ben joins us with a look at Disney character etiquette. Mark and Jay return with your Backstage Pass to the year 1966. We also have a great report all the way from Tokyo Disneyland! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/160Disney Character Etiquette, 1966 Backstage Pass, Tokyo Disneyland ReportPlenty of fun and exciting Disney news this week. Skipper Ben joins us with a look at Disney character etiquette. Mark and Jay return with your Backstage Pass to the year 1966. We also have a great report all the way from Tokyo Disneyland!01:05:08Sun, 27 Apr 2008 10:19:07 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms159b.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms159b.mp3Join us for Animal Kingdom's 10th anniversary with audio from the morning ceremony, interviews with Joe Rohde and Jane Goodall, as well as Joe Rohde's complete Animal Kingdom history presentation. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/159Animal Kingdom 10th Anniversary Ceremony, Interviews, and History PresentationJoin us for Animal Kingdom's 10th anniversary with audio from the morning ceremony, interviews with Joe Rohde and Jane Goodall, as well as Joe Rohde's complete Animal Kingdom history presentation.01:10:21Sun, 20 Apr 2008 05:41:49 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms159.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms159.mp3We're bringing you double the video this week with two great video podcasts. The Top 3 CMO candidates join us live from the Beach Club Resort. Skipper Ben dives into the ol' mailbag to answer your questions. And we've got more coming on Tuesday from Animal Kingdom! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/159Two Videos, Top 3 Chief Magic Officials Live, and Ben's MailbagWe're bringing you double the video this week with two great video podcasts. The Top 3 CMO candidates join us live from the Beach Club Resort. Skipper Ben dives into the ol' mailbag to answer your questions. And we've got more coming on Tuesday from Animal Kingdom!00:52:17Sun, 20 Apr 2008 05:41:49 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms158.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms158.mp3There's a lot of exciting Disney news this week, from movies to theme parks and beyond. Skipper Ben is here with a really fun and rockin' Cast Member story. I've got a review of the recently-released Imagineering the Magic DVD. We also have a winner to announce in the Inside the Magic 3-year anniversary contest! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/158Movie News, Rockin' Cast Member Story, Contest Winner, and More!There's a lot of exciting Disney news this week, from movies to theme parks and beyond. Skipper Ben is here with a really fun and rockin' Cast Member story. I've got a review of the recently-released Imagineering the Magic DVD. We also have a winner to announce in the Inside the Magic 3-year anniversary contest!01:12:28Sun, 13 Apr 2008 14:16:52 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms157.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms157.mp3We're celebrating 3 years worth of Inside the Magic with a fantastic contest called Name that Disney Toon. I've also got another movie/DVD review for you of a recent Disney animated release. Skipper Ben is here talking about what he loves best in a restaurant review. We bring another hearty Welcome Home as Jeff discusses Vacation Club rentals. We're also taking you on a binaural trip to Monstropolis via Tomorrowland. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/1573rd Anniversary Contest, Aristocats Review, California Grill, and MoreWe're celebrating 3 years worth of Inside the Magic with a fantastic contest called Name that Disney Toon. I've also got another movie/DVD review for you of a recent Disney animated release. Skipper Ben is here talking about what he loves best in a restaurant review. We bring another hearty Welcome Home as Jeff discusses Vacation Club rentals. We're also taking you on a binaural trip to Monstropolis via Tomorrowland.01:19:01Sun, 06 Apr 2008 13:03:21 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms156.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms156.mp3We have a really great Animal Kingdom video podcast for you this week. Jay and Mark make their return with your Backstage Pass to the Theme Park Future. Skipper Ben is here with his thoughts on Disney 3D attractions. We're also heading to Old Key West for a Resort Report and we've got plenty more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/156Backstage Pass Returns, Skipper Ben in 3D, a Resort Report, and MoreWe have a really great Animal Kingdom video podcast for you this week. Jay and Mark make their return with your Backstage Pass to the Theme Park Future. Skipper Ben is here with his thoughts on Disney 3D attractions. We're also heading to Old Key West for a Resort Report and we've got plenty more.01:08:06Sun, 30 Mar 2008 12:03:33 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms155.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms155.mp3We have a fun Inside the Magic for you on this Easter Sunday filled with rabbit-related background music. Skipper Ben hops on by with his Easter greetings to you. I've got a DVD review of an excellent recent Disney release. We'll be heading to Cast Corner for a fun story. I'll also be ending the show with an exciting recording from the Magic Kingdom. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/155Enchanted DVD Review, Cast Corner, Fireworks, and MoreWe have a fun Inside the Magic for you on this Easter Sunday filled with rabbit-related background music. Skipper Ben hops on by with his Easter greetings to you. I've got a DVD review of an excellent recent Disney release. We'll be heading to Cast Corner for a fun story. I'll also be ending the show with an exciting recording from the Magic Kingdom.01:01:02Sun, 23 Mar 2008 16:24:29 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms154.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms154.mp3Continuing coverage of Campaign 2008 - The search for Disney's first Chief Magic Official. Skipper Ben is here with a St. Patrick's Day inspired restaurant review. Jeff returns with more insight into Disney's Vacation Club. Alan Taff reviews the new Tower of Terror at Disneyland Paris. We've also got a contest winner to announce. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/154CMO Campaign 2008, Irish Restaurant Review, Welcome Home, Paris Tower of TerrorContinuing coverage of Campaign 2008 - The search for Disney's first Chief Magic Official. Skipper Ben is here with a St. Patrick's Day inspired restaurant review. Jeff returns with more insight into Disney's Vacation Club. Alan Taff reviews the new Tower of Terror at Disneyland Paris. We've also got a contest winner to announce.01:07:14Sun, 16 Mar 2008 12:37:52 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms153.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms153.mp3We're continuing our coverage of Campaign 2008 - The Search for a Chief Magic Official. We also talk to ITM listener Mike Wilk about the incredible Disney prize he recently won. Listener Scott Hixson brings us a summary from Disney's Annual Shareholder Meeting. Skipper Ben is here with his take on the newly refurbished Spaceship Earth. We've also got a contest to give away a great new Disney DVD. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/153Campaign 2008 Continues, An amazing Disney prize, Shareholder meeting, Skipper Ben reviews Spaceship Earth, and a contest!We're continuing our coverage of Campaign 2008 - The Search for a Chief Magic Official. We also talk to ITM listener Mike Wilk about the incredible Disney prize he recently won. Listener Scott Hixson brings us a summary from Disney's Annual Shareholder Meeting. Skipper Ben is here with his take on the newly refurbished Spaceship Earth. We've also got a contest to give away a great new Disney DVD.01:39:58Sun, 09 Mar 2008 13:45:49 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms152.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms152.mp3Our main feature this week is exclusive coverage of Campaign 2008 featuring interviews with several of the Top 10 candidates for Disney's first-ever Chief Magic Official. I also give you my review of the Around the World at Epcot Segway Tour. Last but not least, Skipper Ben has a restaurant review from one of his favorite spots to eat. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/152Campaign 2008 - The search for a Chief Magic Official, A Segway tour review, and a Skipper Ben restaurant reviewOur main feature this week is exclusive coverage of Campaign 2008 featuring interviews with several of the Top 10 candidates for Disney's first-ever Chief Magic Official. I also give you my review of the Around the World at Epcot Segway Tour. Last but not least, Skipper Ben has a restaurant review from one of his favorite spots to eat.02:10:00Sun, 02 Mar 2008 16:07:09 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms151.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms151.mp3Skipper Ben returns with a trip report from his trip to Walt Disney World and we'll be heading back over to Tomorrowland for another installment of TTA talk. We've got a contest winner to announce along with the special surprise that Ben and I did accompanied by a review. Jay and Mark are here with a theatrical Backstage Pass. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/151More TTA Talk, Skipper Ben's Trip Report, Theatrical Backstage Pass, and a Mystery Contest Winner with a Mystery ReviewSkipper Ben returns with a trip report from his trip to Walt Disney World and we'll be heading back over to Tomorrowland for another installment of TTA talk. We've got a contest winner to announce along with the special surprise that Ben and I did accompanied by a review. Jay and Mark are here with a theatrical Backstage Pass.01:27:11Sun, 24 Feb 2008 13:19:24 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms150.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms150.mp3Skipper Ben joins us this week in a conversation from Tomorrowland. We've got a new contest for some great Disney prizes. We welcome special guest Ryan Dour to discuss some amazing new technology that just hit Epcot and we're sharing a bit of that technology with you. Jay and Mark are here with your Backstage Pass to Conservation. And I offer up a restaurant rant from the Magic Kingdom. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/150Skipper Ben in Tomorrowland, Contest, Amazing New Epcot Technology, Backstage Pass to Conservation, More iTunes Tracks, and MoreSkipper Ben joins us this week in a conversation from Tomorrowland. We've got a new contest for some great Disney prizes. We welcome special guest Ryan Dour to discuss some amazing new technology that just hit Epcot and we're sharing a bit of that technology with you. Jay and Mark are here with your Backstage Pass to Conservation. And I offer up a restaurant rant from the Magic Kingdom.01:37:42Sun, 17 Feb 2008 12:59:10 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms149.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms149.mp3Lots of announcements and details about upcoming attractions at Walt Disney World. We're debuting a new weekly segment on the show. Skipper Ben is here with a really fun ride recording from Paris. We're be featuring some more on-ride audio this week from Epcot's past. Mark and Jay make your wish come true with this week's Backstage Pass. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/149New Upcoming Walt Disney World Attractions, American Idol Fantasy, Skipper Ben in Paris, Mark and Jay's Wishful Backstage Pass, and Old School Spaceship EarthLots of announcements and details about upcoming attractions at Walt Disney World. We're debuting a new weekly segment on the show. Skipper Ben is here with a really fun ride recording from Paris. We're be featuring some more on-ride audio this week from Epcot's past. Mark and Jay make your wish come true with this week's Backstage Pass.01:27:12Sun, 10 Feb 2008 11:11:37 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms148.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms148.mp3This week we explore some great new Disney iTunes Music Store releases. I'm bringing you a quick merchandise review from the Disney Store. Skipper Ben is here sharing details about his upcoming trip to Walt Disney World. Mark and Jay return with part 2 of The Great Disney Train Robbery. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/148More Classic Disney on iTunes, Oswald Merchandise Review, Skipper Ben's Trip Planning, and The Great Disney Train Robbery Part 2This week we explore some great new Disney iTunes Music Store releases. I'm bringing you a quick merchandise review from the Disney Store. Skipper Ben is here sharing details about his upcoming trip to Walt Disney World. Mark and Jay return with part 2 of The Great Disney Train Robbery.01:19:58Sun, 03 Feb 2008 11:53:12 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms147.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms147.mp3We'll be bringing you to the first Pirate and Princess Party for 2008 with some great live entertainment. Skipper Ben is here telling who he would be if he wasn't Skipper Ben. Mark and Jay are bringing you the first of a two-part Backstage Pass. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/147Pirate and Princess Party Band, Tram Driver Ben, The Great Disney Train Robbery with Mark and JayWe'll be bringing you to the first Pirate and Princess Party for 2008 with some great live entertainment. Skipper Ben is here telling who he would be if he wasn't Skipper Ben. Mark and Jay are bringing you the first of a two-part Backstage Pass.01:21:07Sun, 27 Jan 2008 10:41:47 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms146.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms146.mp3We're keeping it simple this week. We'll be taking you to Cast Corner, offering up some Disney Details, and even playing a fun listener request. Skipper Ben is here and excited about his upcoming trip to Walt Disney World bringing us his own personal Top 5. Mark and Jay take us on a Backstage Pass to Frontierland. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/146Cast Corner, Disney Details, Backstage Pass to Frontierland, Skipper Ben's Excited Top 5, and a RequestWe're keeping it simple this week. We'll be taking you to Cast Corner, offering up some Disney Details, and even playing a fun listener request. Skipper Ben is here and excited about his upcoming trip to Walt Disney World bringing us his own personal Top 5. Mark and Jay take us on a Backstage Pass to Frontierland.01:07:29Sun, 20 Jan 2008 10:27:54 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms145.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms145.mp3We'll be taking you to Disney's Hollywood Studios to hear the park's first opening festivities under its new name. Mark and Jay are here to test your skills at Disney Park Trivia. Speaking of trivia... I've got a fun merchandise review for you. Skipper Ben is here with a look into the world of Cast Member terminology. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/145Disney's Hollywood Studios first day, Lots of Disney trivia, and Skipper Ben's Cast Member terminologyWe'll be taking you to Disney's Hollywood Studios to hear the park's first opening festivities under its new name. Mark and Jay are here to test your skills at Disney Park Trivia. Speaking of trivia... I've got a fun merchandise review for you. Skipper Ben is here with a look into the world of Cast Member terminology.01:24:00Sun, 13 Jan 2008 09:07:18 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms144.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms144.mp3We now present to you: a return to a regular Inside the Magic. We'll be starting off playing catch-up on the past few weeks of Disney news. Mark and Jay will be bringing you a Backstage Pass, Gorilla-style. Skipper Ben is here with some fun audio from Disneyland Paris. Plus, we've got an assortment of reviews from a Disneyland Event to a wonderful new DVD. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/144Lots of Disney News, Backstage Pass Gorilla-style, Skipper Ben with Buzz Lightyear, Reviews of a Disneyland Event and a Disneyland DVDWe now present to you: a return to a regular Inside the Magic. We'll be starting off playing catch-up on the past few weeks of Disney news. Mark and Jay will be bringing you a Backstage Pass, Gorilla-style. Skipper Ben is here with some fun audio from Disneyland Paris. Plus, we've got an assortment of reviews from a Disneyland Event to a wonderful new DVD.01:18:45Sun, 06 Jan 2008 12:52:52 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms143.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms143.mp3Happy New Year! This week Paul Barrie joins me as we bring you the 2007 Disney "Ear"-in-Review. We discuss everything that went on in the Disney universe during 2007 and even look ahead to 2008 and beyond. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/1432007 Disney "Ear"-in-Review with Paul Barrie and Ricky BriganteHappy New Year! This week Paul Barrie joins me as we bring you the 2007 Disney "Ear"-in-Review. We discuss everything that went on in the Disney universe during 2007 and even look ahead to 2008 and beyond.02:40:09Sun, 30 Dec 2007 11:49:48 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms142.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms142.mp3Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! This week we have a Very Merry Inside the Magic for you as we celebrate the holidays. We'll be take a stroll around Disneyland listening to some great Christmas-time music, Mark and Jay are here with a very special Christmas tale, Skipper Ben brings you his best holiday wishes, and we'll wrap things up with a trip over to Epcot for the a Candlelight Processional. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/142Christmastime at Disneyland, Mark and Jay's Christmas Tale, Skipper Ben's Holiday Wishes, and Epcot's Candlelight ProcessionalMerry Christmas and Happy Holidays! This week we have a Very Merry Inside the Magic for you as we celebrate the holidays. We'll be take a stroll around Disneyland listening to some great Christmas-time music, Mark and Jay are here with a very special Christmas tale, Skipper Ben brings you his best holiday wishes, and we'll wrap things up with a trip over to Epcot for the a Candlelight Processional.01:48:13Sun, 23 Dec 2007 13:44:48 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms141.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms141.mp3Spaceship Earth takes over the show this week as we bring you binaural audio of the recently updated version of the attraction as well as complete audio of what it sounded like prior to the refurbishment. Mark and Jay bring you a Backstage Pass full of honey and Skipper Ben brings us this week's Disney news. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/141Spaceship Earth - Then and Now, Backstage Pass to Pooh, Skipper Ben's Trip Around the WorldSpaceship Earth takes over the show this week as we bring you binaural audio of the recently updated version of the attraction as well as complete audio of what it sounded like prior to the refurbishment. Mark and Jay bring you a Backstage Pass full of honey and Skipper Ben brings us this week's Disney news.01:05:23Sun, 16 Dec 2007 16:49:31 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms140.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms140.mp3We're taking you to the Inside the Magic 2007 MouseFest meet and I'll be sharing a trip report from my recent vacation to Disneyland. Mark and Jay bring you a Backstage Pass and Skipper Ben shares his upcoming travel plans. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/140MouseFest 2007 Meet, Disneyland Trip Report, Backstage Pass, and Skipper Ben's Travel PlansWe're taking you to the Inside the Magic 2007 MouseFest meet and I'll be sharing a trip report from my recent vacation to Disneyland. Mark and Jay bring you a Backstage Pass and Skipper Ben shares his upcoming travel plans.01:15:29Mon, 10 Dec 2007 16:51:39 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms139.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms139.mp3We've got lots of news about Spaceship Earth including a look at a few new scenes. Our holiday fun begins this week as I bring you some sounds from the Christmas Day Parade television taping. Skipper Ben is taking the week off but Jay and Mark are back with your Backstage Pass to the Rock n Rollercoaster. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/139Spaceship Earth News, Christmas Day Parade Taping Experience, Rock n Roller CoasterWe've got lots of news about Spaceship Earth including a look at a few new scenes. Our holiday fun begins this week as I bring you some sounds from the Christmas Day Parade television taping. Skipper Ben is taking the week off but Jay and Mark are back with your Backstage Pass to the Rock n Rollercoaster.01:12:48Sun, 02 Dec 2007 12:23:19 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms138.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms138.mp3This week, I take you back to the NFFC Orlando convention from a couple of months ago to attend a great Disney presentation. Skipper Ben is here to continue discussing MuppetVision 3D. We've got a contest winner to announce and a listener review of Disney's new film, Enchanted. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/138NFFC Orlando Disney Marketing Presentation, Muppet Characters, Contest Winner, Enchanted Review and MusicThis week, I take you back to the NFFC Orlando convention from a couple of months ago to attend a great Disney presentation. Skipper Ben is here to continue discussing MuppetVision 3D. We've got a contest winner to announce and a listener review of Disney's new film, Enchanted.01:27:18Sun, 25 Nov 2007 10:57:58 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms137.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms137.mp3We're kicking off the holiday season with binaural audio from the all new castle lighting stage show at the Magic Kingdom. Skipper Ben is here to discuss Thanksgiving at WDW. Mark and Jay bring us a patriotic Backstage Pass to the new National Treasure exhibit at Epcot. We've also got another Inside the Magic contest for you featuring some fun video games and plenty more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/137Cinderella Castle Lighting Ceremony, Thanksgiving at Skipper Ben's, National Treasure, and a ContestWe're kicking off the holiday season with binaural audio from the all new castle lighting stage show at the Magic Kingdom. Skipper Ben is here to discuss Thanksgiving at WDW. Mark and Jay bring us a patriotic Backstage Pass to the new National Treasure exhibit at Epcot. We've also got another Inside the Magic contest for you featuring some fun video games and plenty more.01:06:54Sun, 18 Nov 2007 14:32:33 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms136.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms136.mp3I've got some fun binaural audio for you from the streets of the Disney-MGM Studios recorded earlier today. While we're there, Skipper Ben brings us over to MuppetVision 3D for a new story. Mark and Jay give us a Backstage Pass to a popular Disney musical film. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/136The Official MuppetVision Story, Disney-MGM Studios Street Performers, Fantasia, and MoreI've got some fun binaural audio for you from the streets of the Disney-MGM Studios recorded earlier today. While we're there, Skipper Ben brings us over to MuppetVision 3D for a new story. Mark and Jay give us a Backstage Pass to a popular Disney musical film.01:02:04Sun, 11 Nov 2007 13:38:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms135.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms135.mp3We have tons of assorted Disney news this week. Mark and Jay are here with your Backstage Pass to another interesting aspect of Main Street USA. Skipper Ben brings us a cast member story involving something that every Disney cast member has. We've got a listener-submitted feature summarizing Disney's Vacation Club. And we have a different kind of binaural audio to round out the show. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/135Lots of Disney news, Main Street Windows, Cast Name Tags, Vacation Club, and MoreWe have tons of assorted Disney news this week. Mark and Jay are here with your Backstage Pass to another interesting aspect of Main Street USA. Skipper Ben brings us a cast member story involving something that every Disney cast member has. We've got a listener-submitted feature summarizing Disney's Vacation Club. And we have a different kind of binaural audio to round out the show.01:24:36Sun, 04 Nov 2007 10:48:50 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms134.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms134.mp3A different sort of Halloween show for you this year! Skipper Ben is here with his annual spooky story I'll be bringing you to the Magic Kingdom in search of something Halloween. Mark and Jay are here with your Backstage Pass to... well, nothing Halloween, but still something fun... and we've got plenty more! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/134Magic Kingdom audio and a spooky story, a dramatic reading, Backstage Pass to the jungle, Halloween audioA different sort of Halloween show for you this year! Skipper Ben is here with his annual spooky story I'll be bringing you to the Magic Kingdom in search of something Halloween. Mark and Jay are here with your Backstage Pass to... well, nothing Halloween, but still something fun... and we've got plenty more!01:27:12Sun, 28 Oct 2007 14:54:08 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms133.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms133.mp3We're going to run through of all the exciting changes officially coming to Disney's California Adventure. We've also got another fun assortment of Halloween audio this week including a look at the differences in the Boo To You parades. Skipper Ben is here with your Top 3 results. Mark and Jay return with your Backstage Pass to the Wilderness Lodge. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/133California Adventure Changes, Boo To You and more Halloween, Top 3 Needed Refurbs, Wilderness LodgeWe're going to run through of all the exciting changes officially coming to Disney's California Adventure. We've also got another fun assortment of Halloween audio this week including a look at the differences in the Boo To You parades. Skipper Ben is here with your Top 3 results. Mark and Jay return with your Backstage Pass to the Wilderness Lodge.01:15:35Mon, 22 Oct 2007 10:47:47 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms132.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms132.mp3We'll be continuing our weekly halloween audio treats with a fun story and a bit of audio all the way from Hong Kong as well as a catchy request. Skipper Ben is here with a new Disney Top 3 and a few apologies. Mark and Jay return with our Backstage Pass to the wonders of forced perspective. A ITM listener brings us a cruise line review. And we've got a contest winner to announce. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/132Halloween at Hong Kong Disneyland, New Top 3, Forced Perspective, Contest Winner, and a Disney Cruise Line reviewWe'll be continuing our weekly halloween audio treats with a fun story and a bit of audio all the way from Hong Kong as well as a catchy request. Skipper Ben is here with a new Disney Top 3 and a few apologies. Mark and Jay return with our Backstage Pass to the wonders of forced perspective. A ITM listener brings us a cruise line review. And we've got a contest winner to announce.01:12:46Sun, 14 Oct 2007 15:46:02 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms131.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms131.mp3Halloween is coming soon so we'll be bringing you a few hauntingly good sounds. Mark and Jay return with a trip to a popular spot on Main Street. Skipper Ben is here talking about one of his favorite subjects: food! I'll also be bringing you the first in a series of audio and video from the NFFC Orlando 2007 featuring Disney archivist and Legend Dave Smith. And we've got another Inside the Magic contest! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/131Halloween audio, Main Street, Food and Wine Festival, Dave Smith, and a contest!Halloween is coming soon so we'll be bringing you a few hauntingly good sounds. Mark and Jay return with a trip to a popular spot on Main Street. Skipper Ben is here talking about one of his favorite subjects: food! I'll also be bringing you the first in a series of audio and video from the NFFC Orlando 2007 featuring Disney archivist and Legend Dave Smith. And we've got another Inside the Magic contest!01:31:06Sun, 07 Oct 2007 16:01:29 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms130.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms130.mp3I'll be bringing you to the heart of the action as we celebrate Epcot's 25th anniversary. This week's show includes the wonderful re-dedication ceremony, National Fantasy Fan Club (NFFC) events, Disney Legend Marty Sklar's talks and the special Illuminations show for Epcot's 25th. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/130Epcot's 25th Anniversary!I'll be bringing you to the heart of the action as we celebrate Epcot's 25th anniversary. This week's show includes the wonderful re-dedication ceremony, National Fantasy Fan Club (NFFC) events, Disney Legend Marty Sklar's talks and the special Illuminations show for Epcot's 25th.01:31:03Tue, 02 Oct 2007 18:01:40 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms129.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms129.mp3This week's show is filled with reviews, from restaurants to shows, including the Hoop Dee Doo Review and character dining and the new Italian restaurant at Epcot. Plus, the Disney Top 3 returns with your favorite Disney celebration songs. Mark and Jay give us a Backstage Pass to Disney fireworks. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/129Restaurant and show reviews, Disney fireworks, Top 3 Celebration Songs, a Contest Winner and More!This week's show is filled with reviews, from restaurants to shows, including the Hoop Dee Doo Review and character dining and the new Italian restaurant at Epcot. Plus, the Disney Top 3 returns with your favorite Disney celebration songs. Mark and Jay give us a Backstage Pass to Disney fireworks.01:18:14Sun, 23 Sep 2007 18:59:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms128.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms128.mp3The Haunted Mansion has reopened and it is absolutely amazing. I'll be sharing my thoughts on the improvements and additions as well as several different recordings from within its walls. We'll also be announcing a winner for the HauntedPortraits.com changing portrait contest. Skipper Ben is here with a restaurant review from Paris. Mark and Jay give us a Backstage Pass to the resorts around the Seven Seas Lagoon. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/128Haunted Mansion Re-Haunting, Contest Winner and New Contest, Seven Seas Lagoon Resorts, Annette's Diner, and More!The Haunted Mansion has reopened and it is absolutely amazing. I'll be sharing my thoughts on the improvements and additions as well as several different recordings from within its walls. We'll also be announcing a winner for the HauntedPortraits.com changing portrait contest. Skipper Ben is here with a restaurant review from Paris. Mark and Jay give us a Backstage Pass to the resorts around the Seven Seas Lagoon.01:20:40Sun, 16 Sep 2007 12:44:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms127-5.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms127-5.mp3This special mid-week show brings you binaural audio of the newly improved Haunted Mansion, including some amazing new Ghost Host sounds! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/127.5Haunted Mansion Rehaunting Binaural AudioThis special mid-week show brings you binaural audio of the newly improved Haunted Mansion, including some amazing new Ghost Host sounds!00:12:39Sun, 16 Sep 2007 12:44:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms127.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms127.mp3I'm taking you to Tomorrowland this week with a fun trip on Space Mountain that proves that in space, no one can hear you scream. Skipper Ben is here with his take on the Mary Poppins musical. Mark and Jay return with our Backstage Pass to Soarin'. The Haunted Mansion is almost open, so we're holding a new contest for a great haunted prize. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/127Space Mountain sans-screams, Haunted Mansion contest, Backstage Pass on Soarin', and the Marry Poppins musicalI'm taking you to Tomorrowland this week with a fun trip on Space Mountain that proves that in space, no one can hear you scream. Skipper Ben is here with his take on the Mary Poppins musical. Mark and Jay return with our Backstage Pass to Soarin'. The Haunted Mansion is almost open, so we're holding a new contest for a great haunted prize.01:15:46Sun, 09 Sep 2007 10:43:56 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms126.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms126.mp3This week we're taking you to Canada for a binaural recording of the new O Canada film at Epcot. We have a very unique listener request to fulfill with a journey through sounds and song of a classic Disney attraction. Skipper Ben is here with a funny story from the Disney-MGM Studios. Mark Pearce and Announcer Jay return again with a brand new segment that marries some prehistoric Disney history with a hit game show. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/126O Canada New Film in Binaural Audio, Skipper Ben meets Residential Street, The Power of Stun, and more!This week we're taking you to Canada for a binaural recording of the new O Canada film at Epcot. We have a very unique listener request to fulfill with a journey through sounds and song of a classic Disney attraction. Skipper Ben is here with a funny story from the Disney-MGM Studios. Mark Pearce and Announcer Jay return again with a brand new segment that marries some prehistoric Disney history with a hit game show.01:23:46Sun, 02 Sep 2007 13:15:39 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms125.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms125.mp3We've got some fun audio and video of a new roaming attraction over at Epcot. Mark Pearce and Announcer Jay bring us both Inside Disney History and Behind the Magic with a popular Disney parade. Skipper Ben is here with the final installment of his Disneyland Paris trip report. We'll also be reviewing The Little Mermaid Broadway show. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/125Muppet Mobile Lab, Inside Disney History and Behind the Magic featuring SpectroMagic, Disneyland Paris Day 4, Little Mermaid Broadway showWe've got some fun audio and video of a new roaming attraction over at Epcot. Mark Pearce and Announcer Jay bring us both Inside Disney History and Behind the Magic with a popular Disney parade. Skipper Ben is here with the final installment of his Disneyland Paris trip report. We'll also be reviewing The Little Mermaid Broadway show.01:23:46Sun, 26 Aug 2007 11:35:07 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms124.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms124.mp3I've got a big announcement to make and I'll be doing it at the top of the show. Mark Pearce and Announcer Jay take us to Animal Kingdom's Asia for Inside Disney History. Following that, we'll hear some live binaural music from near Dinoland USA. Skipper Ben is here with Day 3 of his Disneyland Paris trip. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/124A big announcement, Animal Kingdom's Asia, Binaural Musical Performance, Skipper Ben's Disneyland Paris Day 3I've got a big announcement to make and I'll be doing it at the top of the show. Mark Pearce and Announcer Jay take us to Animal Kingdom's Asia for Inside Disney History. Following that, we'll hear some live binaural music from near Dinoland USA. Skipper Ben is here with Day 3 of his Disneyland Paris trip.01:23:46Sun, 19 Aug 2007 17:25:29 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms123.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms123.mp3Just a couple days ago marked the 38th birthday of Disneyland's Haunted Mansion and Walt Disney World's Haunted Mansion is due to reopen all fixed up in roughly a month. So, we figured it'd be a good time to feature a few segments on the classic attraction this week. Mark Pearce brings us Inside Disney History with a look at the Haunted Mansion... followed by an in-depth look Behind the Magic of the Mansion with Jay. Skipper Ben is here with Day 2 of his Disneyland Paris trip... and a video podcast! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/123Haunted Mansion 38th Birthday Celebration, Skipper Ben's Second Day at Disneyland Paris, and MoreJust a couple days ago marked the 38th birthday of Disneyland's Haunted Mansion and Walt Disney World's Haunted Mansion is due to reopen all fixed up in roughly a month. So, we figured it'd be a good time to feature a few segments on the classic attraction this week. Mark Pearce brings us Inside Disney History with a look at the Haunted Mansion... followed by an in-depth look Behind the Magic of the Mansion with Jay. Skipper Ben is here with Day 2 of his Disneyland Paris trip... and a video podcast!01:18:54Sun, 12 Aug 2007 18:14:36 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms122.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms122.mp3This week's show is largely filled by Skipper Ben and a trip to the Disney-MGM Studios. Skipper Ben, of course, has returned from his Disneyland Paris trip and will be bringing us his stories from Day 1. We'll also be heading over to the Disney-MGM Studios to experience an attraction we've never heard here on ITM. Mark Pearce is here with a look Inside Disney History... and we've got plenty more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/122Binaural trip behind the Disney-MGM Studios, Skipper Ben takes us to Disneyland Paris, and much more.This week's show is largely filled by Skipper Ben and a trip to the Disney-MGM Studios. Skipper Ben, of course, has returned from his Disneyland Paris trip and will be bringing us his stories from Day 1. We'll also be heading over to the Disney-MGM Studios to experience an attraction we've never heard here on ITM. Mark Pearce is here with a look Inside Disney History... and we've got plenty more.01:20:21Sun, 05 Aug 2007 06:59:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms121.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms121.mp3We've got a show dedicated to the sounds of Disney transportation this week so get your headphones ready! We also have a special guest from Coaster Radio here to discuss a great upcoming charity event. Skipper Ben briefly checks in after his trip to DIsneyland Paris. And we have a Harry Potter contest winner to announce! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/121Transportation from all over Walt Disney World, Coaster Radio for Charity, Skipper Ben checks in, and a contest winner!We've got a show dedicated to the sounds of Disney transportation this week so get your headphones ready! We also have a special guest from Coaster Radio here to discuss a great upcoming charity event. Skipper Ben briefly checks in after his trip to DIsneyland Paris. And we have a Harry Potter contest winner to announce!01:54:22Sun, 29 Jul 2007 10:11:18 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms120.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms120.mp3Mark Pearce is here with part 2 of the History of the World of Motion. In keeping with the transportation theme, we've got a special guest joining us on this week's show... his name is Evan and he's a Walt Disney World monorail pilot. He's here to tell you all the ins and outs of what it's like to pilot on the highway in the sky. Jay is back with a look Behind the Magic as he tells us more of the technical details of the monorails. We've got a special non-Disney contest for you related to your favorite popular wizard. Skipper Ben is also here with another look at what's in his five, outside the parks this time. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/120Special Guest Monorail Pilot Evan, World of Motion Part 2, Monorail Technology, Harry Potter Contest, and more!Mark Pearce is here with part 2 of the History of the World of Motion. In keeping with the transportation theme, we've got a special guest joining us on this week's show... his name is Evan and he's a Walt Disney World monorail pilot. He's here to tell you all the ins and outs of what it's like to pilot on the highway in the sky. Jay is back with a look Behind the Magic as he tells us more of the technical details of the monorails. We've got a special non-Disney contest for you related to your favorite popular wizard. Skipper Ben is also here with another look at what's in his five, outside the parks this time.01:24:15Sun, 22 Jul 2007 16:50:44 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms119.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms119.mp3We're loading up on listener requests and maybe even a few fun requests of my own. Mark Pearce is here with a look Inside Disney History at a popular extinct Epcot attraction. Skipper Ben joins us with his five favorites from Disney's Animal Kingdom. We'll also be heading to Cast Corner for a couple great stories. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/119Listener requests including monorails, Mission Space, Mickey Mania, Space Mountain, and more!We're loading up on listener requests and maybe even a few fun requests of my own. Mark Pearce is here with a look Inside Disney History at a popular extinct Epcot attraction. Skipper Ben joins us with his five favorites from Disney's Animal Kingdom. We'll also be heading to Cast Corner for a couple great stories.01:11:27Sun, 15 Jul 2007 12:43:01 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms118.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms118.mp3Our top story this week is some big news coming out of Epcot. Beyond the news, Skipper Ben is here with your Top 3 results and a look at his upcoming Paris trip. Mark Pearce brings us Inside Disney History to learn about a popular, yet often unknown actor. We're also welcoming ITM Announcer Jay as he brings us a brand new segment about Disney technology. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/118Toy Story Mania, A very timely Top 3 about Disney Rumors, Tim Curry, and Disney TechnologyOur top story this week is some big news coming out of Epcot. Beyond the news, Skipper Ben is here with your Top 3 results and a look at his upcoming Paris trip. Mark Pearce brings us Inside Disney History to learn about a popular, yet often unknown actor. We're also welcoming ITM Announcer Jay as he brings us a brand new segment about Disney technology.01:25:01Sun, 08 Jul 2007 13:25:07 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms117.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms117.mp3Ratatouille opened nationwide this week and I'll be giving you my full spoiler-free review of the film. We have some great new stories to share in Cast Corner and some fun Disney Details from both coasts. Skipper Ben is here with a look ahead to the 4th of July. Mark Pearce brings us a musical look at a rarely discussed Disney film. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/117Ratatouille Reviews, Skipper Ben's July 4th Tips, Musical Inside Disney History, Cast Corner, Disney DetailsRatatouille opened nationwide this week and I'll be giving you my full spoiler-free review of the film. We have some great new stories to share in Cast Corner and some fun Disney Details from both coasts. Skipper Ben is here with a look ahead to the 4th of July. Mark Pearce brings us a musical look at a rarely discussed Disney film.01:12:41Sun, 01 Jul 2007 11:10:32 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms116.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms116.mp3We've got some catching up to do from the last few weeks with a bunch of listener feedback. We'll be returning to the Disney Dream Job subject with this week's video podcast. Cast Corner returns with some fun stories and thoughts on Disney magic. Skipper Ben is here with a brand new feature he talked about recently. Mark Pearce brings us Inside Disney History on a specific kind of Disney collectible. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/116Listener feedback, Dream Job video, Cast Corner, Man vs Walt Disney World, Paper CollectiblesWe've got some catching up to do from the last few weeks with a bunch of listener feedback. We'll be returning to the Disney Dream Job subject with this week's video podcast. Cast Corner returns with some fun stories and thoughts on Disney magic. Skipper Ben is here with a brand new feature he talked about recently. Mark Pearce brings us Inside Disney History on a specific kind of Disney collectible.01:14:11Sun, 24 Jun 2007 06:59:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms115.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms115.mp3I have returned from my incredible Disney Dream Job trip this past weekend and as promised, I'm going to be telling you all about it. I've also invited several of my fellow Disney Dream Job winners onto the show this week so you can hear all about their experiences as well. Once you've heard all about our weekend, Skipper Ben is here with, well, what he promised last week based on your votes. Mark Pearce brings us another great look Inside Disney History. And I've got a really amazing video for you. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/115Disney Dream Job - A Complete Summary! Also, Skipper Ben singsI have returned from my incredible Disney Dream Job trip this past weekend and as promised, I'm going to be telling you all about it. I've also invited several of my fellow Disney Dream Job winners onto the show this week so you can hear all about their experiences as well. Once you've heard all about our weekend, Skipper Ben is here with, well, what he promised last week based on your votes. Mark Pearce brings us another great look Inside Disney History. And I've got a really amazing video for you.02:12:58Sun, 17 Jun 2007 06:59:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms114.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms114.mp3I'm coming to you live, and briefly, from California with a quick rundown of what's been going on during the Disney Dream Job contest weekend. The rest of the show will brought to you from folks other than me! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/114Disney Dream Job, ITM TakeoverI'm coming to you live, and briefly, from California with a quick rundown of what's been going on during the Disney Dream Job contest weekend. The rest of the show will brought to you from folks other than me!00:51:00Sun, 10 Jun 2007 06:59:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms113.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms113.mp3Occasionally, Inside the Magic shows run themselves, and this is one of those weeks We've got an assortment of responses to listener questions and requests as well as a whole bunch of great listener-submitted information. Skipper Ben is here to tell you all about something he DIDN'T like doing while working here in Orlando. Mark Pearce takes on a look Inside Disney History at a popular musical style And despite the fact that we didn't have a contest last week, we have more contest winners to announce. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/113Listener questions, requests, and information. Skipper Ben's job he disliked. Inside Ragtime History. New contest winners.Occasionally, Inside the Magic shows run themselves, and this is one of those weeks We've got an assortment of responses to listener questions and requests as well as a whole bunch of great listener-submitted information. Skipper Ben is here to tell you all about something he DIDN'T like doing while working here in Orlando. Mark Pearce takes on a look Inside Disney History at a popular musical style And despite the fact that we didn't have a contest last week, we have more contest winners to announce.01:38:52Sun, 03 Jun 2007 06:59:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms112.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms112.mp3As I'm sure you expected, I'll be bringing you my review of Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End, in two versions: spoiler-free and spoiler-filled. Skipper Ben is here to tell you What's in his 5 at the Disney-MGM Studios. Mark Pearce brings us a look inside Disney history at Discovery Island. I've got a really yummy restaurant review of sorts and a whole bunch of Pirate contest winners to announce! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/112Pirates: At World's End Reviews, What's in Your 5 at the Disney-MGM Studios, Discovery Island, Dole Whips, and Pirate Contest Winners!As I'm sure you expected, I'll be bringing you my review of Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End, in two versions: spoiler-free and spoiler-filled. Skipper Ben is here to tell you What's in his 5 at the Disney-MGM Studios. Mark Pearce brings us a look inside Disney history at Discovery Island. I've got a really yummy restaurant review of sorts and a whole bunch of Pirate contest winners to announce!01:16:06Sun, 27 May 2007 06:59:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms111.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms111.mp3Pirates of the Caribbean At World's End is coming out this week, so we've got a great pirates contest. Skipper Ben is here with another of his great restaurant reviews. Mark Pearce brings us Inside Disney History with a look at the Mark Twain Riverboat. We've got a very special video podcast and lots of really amusing listener voice mails and emails. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/111Pirates Contest, House of Blues, Mark Twain Riverboat, and a Wedding!Pirates of the Caribbean At World's End is coming out this week, so we've got a great pirates contest. Skipper Ben is here with another of his great restaurant reviews. Mark Pearce brings us Inside Disney History with a look at the Mark Twain Riverboat. We've got a very special video podcast and lots of really amusing listener voice mails and emails.01:15:30Sun, 20 May 2007 06:59:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms110.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms110.mp3We've got a slightly shorter audio show this week. To make up for it, we have 3 separate video podcasts today featuring Ratatouille, Project Tomorrow, and the Fountain of Nations! We also have your weekly ITM favorites, including Inside Disney History, Cruisin the World, Cast Corner, and a contest winner to announce! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/110A shorter show... with lots of video! Ratatouille, Project Tomorrow, and the Fountain of NationsWe've got a slightly shorter audio show this week. To make up for it, we have 3 separate video podcasts today featuring Ratatouille, Project Tomorrow, and the Fountain of Nations! We also have your weekly ITM favorites, including Inside Disney History, Cruisin the World, Cast Corner, and a contest winner to announce!01:01:55Sun, 13 May 2007 06:24:10 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms109.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms109.mp3This week, we're jumping into the old Inbox for some great reviews of both a product and some in-park experiences. We also have lots of other great listener feedback and a listener request. Skipper Ben is here with his next installment of what's in his 5. I'll be taking over Inside Disney History this week. And... we have a new contest for another great prize! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/109Listener reviews, experiences, a request, feedback, another contest, and plenty more.This week, we're jumping into the old Inbox for some great reviews of both a product and some in-park experiences. We also have lots of other great listener feedback and a listener request. Skipper Ben is here with his next installment of what's in his 5. I'll be taking over Inside Disney History this week. And... we have a new contest for another great prize!01:07:04Sun, 06 May 2007 18:30:57 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms108.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms108.mp3Exclusive news on a possible change to WDW's Haunted Mansion. Beyond the news, KC a long-time ITM forum member and moderator shares a great story with us in Cast Corner. Skipper Ben is here with his own cast member story about the Muppets. Mark Pearce returns with another trip into his imagination. We have a contest winner to announce and a whole lot more! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/108Haunted Mansion news, Disney in the Twilight Zone, Haunted MuppetVision 3D, Mark's Imagination, and more.Exclusive news on a possible change to WDW's Haunted Mansion. Beyond the news, KC a long-time ITM forum member and moderator shares a great story with us in Cast Corner. Skipper Ben is here with his own cast member story about the Muppets. Mark Pearce returns with another trip into his imagination. We have a contest winner to announce and a whole lot more!01:17:32Sun, 29 Apr 2007 11:17:43 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms107.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms107.mp3We've got an assortment of Inside the Magic goodies for you this week. Beyond the news, Skipper Ben tells us what's in his 5 for the Magic Kingdom. Mark Pearce is here with a look Inside Disney History at a talented Disney Legend. Tyler returns with his review of a Lost Disney Classic. And I'll be bringing you a new Resort Report, as well as a contest for a great new prize and a whole lot more! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/107Another ITM Contest, What's in Skipper Ben's 5, Inside Disney History on Blaine Gibson, Resort Report, and More!We've got an assortment of Inside the Magic goodies for you this week. Beyond the news, Skipper Ben tells us what's in his 5 for the Magic Kingdom. Mark Pearce is here with a look Inside Disney History at a talented Disney Legend. Tyler returns with his review of a Lost Disney Classic. And I'll be bringing you a new Resort Report, as well as a contest for a great new prize and a whole lot more!01:13:11Sun, 22 Apr 2007 11:13:23 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms106.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms106.mp3Big news coming out of Epcot this week along with some updated information on my upcoming Disney Dream Job trip. Beyond the news, Skipper Ben returns to us after a week off with your Top 3 Results. Mark Pearce dives deep into everyone's imaginations. We'll be featuring some wonderful Disney music recorded especially for Inside the Magic. And... of course... we have high quality binaural audio and a video of the new Gran Fiesta Tour at Epcot. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/106Gran Fiesta Tour Binaural audio! Also, exclusive Disney Music, Inside Your Imagination, and Top 3 Costumes, for real this time.Big news coming out of Epcot this week along with some updated information on my upcoming Disney Dream Job trip. Beyond the news, Skipper Ben returns to us after a week off with your Top 3 Results. Mark Pearce dives deep into everyone's imaginations. We'll be featuring some wonderful Disney music recorded especially for Inside the Magic. And... of course... we have high quality binaural audio and a video of the new Gran Fiesta Tour at Epcot.01:11:39Sun, 15 Apr 2007 10:08:19 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms105.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms105.mp3No Easter theme here... just a regular Inside the Magic! Cast Corner returns with a funny celebrity story. Doug is here once again with an update on his journey to meet the mouse. Mark Pearce joins us with a look Inside Disney History at Snow White's Grotto. Skipper Ben is here with your Top 3 results. And we have a special segment from paranormal investigator, Tim Yancey, about real ghosts in the Haunted Mansion. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/105Haunted Ghost Stories, Cast Corner, Snow White's Grotto, Top 3 Costumes, and More!No Easter theme here... just a regular Inside the Magic! Cast Corner returns with a funny celebrity story. Doug is here once again with an update on his journey to meet the mouse. Mark Pearce joins us with a look Inside Disney History at Snow White's Grotto. Skipper Ben is here with your Top 3 results. And we have a special segment from paranormal investigator, Tim Yancey, about real ghosts in the Haunted Mansion.01:19:10Sun, 08 Apr 2007 12:53:07 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms104.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms104.mp3April Fool's Day doesn't mean phony Disney news stories, but it is an opportunity to discuss a few topics other than Disney. First, we have a Disney movie review, a contest winner, and audio from the Monsters Inc Laugh Floor, as well as Mark Pearce's look Inside Disney Future. The second half of the show takes place Outside the Magic as we explore subjects outside of Walt Disney World. We'll be featuring binaural audio from Universal Orlando, special guest Cindy Brennan discussing vacation homes, and Skipper Ben's favorite spots off of DIsney property. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/104Monsters Inc Laugh Floor, Meet the Robinsons, Inside Disney Future, Universal Studios, Vacation Villas, and More!April Fool's Day doesn't mean phony Disney news stories, but it is an opportunity to discuss a few topics other than Disney. First, we have a Disney movie review, a contest winner, and audio from the Monsters Inc Laugh Floor, as well as Mark Pearce's look Inside Disney Future. The second half of the show takes place Outside the Magic as we explore subjects outside of Walt Disney World. We'll be featuring binaural audio from Universal Orlando, special guest Cindy Brennan discussing vacation homes, and Skipper Ben's favorite spots off of DIsney property.01:52:36Sun, 01 Apr 2007 15:37:08 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms103.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms103.mp3We have a Pirates themed contest along with some Pirate news, audio, and even a little video. Jayson writes in with a report from the Ultimate Pirates Event in Hollywood. Beyond the Pirates, Skipper Ben is here to reveal the Disney secret he's been holding. Mark Pearce reveals some secrets Inside Disney History of what goes at Disneyland After Dark. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/103Pirates news, Skipper Ben's Disney Secret, Inside Disney History After DarkWe have a Pirates themed contest along with some Pirate news, audio, and even a little video. Jayson writes in with a report from the Ultimate Pirates Event in Hollywood. Beyond the Pirates, Skipper Ben is here to reveal the Disney secret he's been holding. Mark Pearce reveals some secrets Inside Disney History of what goes at Disneyland After Dark.01:25:42Sun, 25 Mar 2007 11:29:14 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms102.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms102.mp3I've got a review of the newly-launched Pirates of the Caribbean online game. I'll also be bringing you a resort report with a Mexican flair as well as a brief merchandise review. Skipper Ben will start our trip down memory lane with a look at one of his favorite spots to eat. Anthony writes in with a look at how Disneyland Paris is celebrating 15 years of magical memories. Mark Pearce joins us with a trip through Disney History in the World War II era. We've also got a new segment called Cast Corner and, of course, we've got a contest winner to announce! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/102Memories and Reviews from Around the WorldI've got a review of the newly-launched Pirates of the Caribbean online game. I'll also be bringing you a resort report with a Mexican flair as well as a brief merchandise review. Skipper Ben will start our trip down memory lane with a look at one of his favorite spots to eat. Anthony writes in with a look at how Disneyland Paris is celebrating 15 years of magical memories. Mark Pearce joins us with a trip through Disney History in the World War II era. We've also got a new segment called Cast Corner and, of course, we've got a contest winner to announce!01:14:08Sun, 18 Mar 2007 12:40:03 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms101.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms101.mp3We have a lot of exciting Disney news to report on this week! Skipper Ben is here with the Top 3 quotes from WDW attractions as well as a few extras. Mark Pearce joins us with a unique look at the history of Walt Disney Imagineering. I'll also be adding in a couple of fun new segments inspired by Show 100. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/101Exciting Disney News, Top 3, Game Show, and More!We have a lot of exciting Disney news to report on this week! Skipper Ben is here with the Top 3 quotes from WDW attractions as well as a few extras. Mark Pearce joins us with a unique look at the history of Walt Disney Imagineering. I'll also be adding in a couple of fun new segments inspired by Show 100.01:12:30Sun, 11 Mar 2007 14:30:41 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms100.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms100.mp3It's the 100th episode of Inside the Magic! We've got some great Disney news to get through first, then I'll be announcing the winner of the Show #100 contest! Following that... I've got something very special planned for you. I strongly encourage you to listen to this show using headphones. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/100BIG Show 100! Be sure to listen using headphones!It's the 100th episode of Inside the Magic! We've got some great Disney news to get through first, then I'll be announcing the winner of the Show #100 contest! Following that... I've got something very special planned for you. I strongly encourage you to listen to this show using headphones.01:30:48Sun, 04 Mar 2007 15:16:08 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms99.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms99.mp3It's Oscar night and we've got a movie-themed show this week, including a DVD review, movie review, movie request and Disney Details, Inside Disney History on Peter Ellenshaw, and a great movie contest! Skipper Ben is here with a look at movie releases at Walt Disney World from a cast member perspective. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/99It's movie magic this week in honor of the Academy Awards!It's Oscar night and we've got a movie-themed show this week, including a DVD review, movie review, movie request and Disney Details, Inside Disney History on Peter Ellenshaw, and a great movie contest! Skipper Ben is here with a look at movie releases at Walt Disney World from a cast member perspective.01:20:16Sun, 25 Feb 2007 10:13:28 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms98.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms98.mp3It's time to dive into the Inside the Magic email bag for this week's show. Beyond the news, we have a huge assortment of segments submitted by ITM listeners, ranging from Skipper Ben's Top 3 results to reviews and fun park stories. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/98Listener-Driven Inside the Magic Show!It's time to dive into the Inside the Magic email bag for this week's show. Beyond the news, we have a huge assortment of segments submitted by ITM listeners, ranging from Skipper Ben's Top 3 results to reviews and fun park stories.01:09:18Sun, 18 Feb 2007 09:23:05 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms97.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms97.mp3This week we feature special guest Kal David, voice of Sonny Eclipse! We'll be talking all about his experience of becoming the voice behind this popular Tomorrowland animatronic. We'll also listen to a song or two from Sonny himself. Skipper Ben is here with his own take on Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe. While we're in Tomorrowland, Mark Pearce joins us with this week's Inside Disney History. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/97Kal David, voice of Sonny Eclipse, Skipper Ben on Cosmic Ray's, and Inside Disney History on TomorrowlandThis week we feature special guest Kal David, voice of Sonny Eclipse! We'll be talking all about his experience of becoming the voice behind this popular Tomorrowland animatronic. We'll also listen to a song or two from Sonny himself. Skipper Ben is here with his own take on Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe. While we're in Tomorrowland, Mark Pearce joins us with this week's Inside Disney History.01:31:49Sun, 11 Feb 2007 09:03:14 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms96.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms96.mp3It's one of those slow Disney news weeks. We're making up for it with a big variety of features. I've got a very special and lengthy video podcast this week. Skipper Ben is here answering your questions. You'll also get to experience a classic Epcot attraction. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/96Variety of Segments, Skipper Ben Answers Questions, and a Binaural RideIt's one of those slow Disney news weeks. We're making up for it with a big variety of features. I've got a very special and lengthy video podcast this week. Skipper Ben is here answering your questions. You'll also get to experience a classic Epcot attraction.01:20:10Sun, 04 Feb 2007 08:04:02 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms95.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms95.mp3The Splash Mountain episode of Inside the Magic is finally here! After we get through this week's news, we'll join Mark Pearce for the next installment of our Disney Mountain series as we take a look Inside Disney History at Splash Mountain. Next, former Imagineer Don Carson will be joining us to discuss how he brought this mountain to Walt Disney World. We'll then take a binaural ride on Walt Disney World's Splash Mountain. After we get off the ride, Skipper Ben will tell us a fun Splash related story. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/95Splash Mountain! Former Imagineer Don Carson, Binaural Ride-through, Inside Disney History, and Skipper BenThe Splash Mountain episode of Inside the Magic is finally here! After we get through this week's news, we'll join Mark Pearce for the next installment of our Disney Mountain series as we take a look Inside Disney History at Splash Mountain. Next, former Imagineer Don Carson will be joining us to discuss how he brought this mountain to Walt Disney World. We'll then take a binaural ride on Walt Disney World's Splash Mountain. After we get off the ride, Skipper Ben will tell us a fun Splash related story.01:49:54Sun, 28 Jan 2007 09:15:31 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms94.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms94.mp3We'll be exploring the soon-to-be-extinct Wonders of Life pavilion, including history of the pavilion, binaural audio, and a very special announcement. Once we've left there, Skipper Ben and I will be taking you on a tour of the Top 3 queues at WDW, along with some honorable mentions. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/94Wonders of Life, Top 3 WDW Queues, and an ITM AnnoucementWe'll be exploring the soon-to-be-extinct Wonders of Life pavilion, including history of the pavilion, binaural audio, and a very special announcement. Once we've left there, Skipper Ben and I will be taking you on a tour of the Top 3 queues at WDW, along with some honorable mentions.01:21:08Sun, 21 Jan 2007 08:39:46 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms93.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms93.mp3We've got another Epcot-themed show this week with Disney Details, a listener request, and Inside Disney History. We've also got a lot of fun news this week as well as my review and discussion of a new, and fairly expensive, Disney collectible. Also, Skipper Ben is here with his take on some recent Disney wedding announcements. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/93Epcot Details, Request, and History as well as Fun News and New Wedding OfferingsWe've got another Epcot-themed show this week with Disney Details, a listener request, and Inside Disney History. We've also got a lot of fun news this week as well as my review and discussion of a new, and fairly expensive, Disney collectible. Also, Skipper Ben is here with his take on some recent Disney wedding announcements.01:28:10Sun, 14 Jan 2007 11:16:14 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms92.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms92.mp3The holiday season has ended and now we return to a regular episode of Inside the Magic. All your favorite segments are back including the Tip for Today, Disney Details, Inside Disney History, and, of course, Crusin the World. I've also got a new DVD review for you and Kristin brings us an in-depth look at the 2007 lineup of Disney films. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/922007 Movies, Muppets Fast Pass, and Your Host, Walt DisneyThe holiday season has ended and now we return to a regular episode of Inside the Magic. All your favorite segments are back including the Tip for Today, Disney Details, Inside Disney History, and, of course, Crusin the World. I've also got a new DVD review for you and Kristin brings us an in-depth look at the 2007 lineup of Disney films.01:15:18Sun, 07 Jan 2007 10:15:57 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms91.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms91.mp3It's the second annual year-in-review episode of Inside the Magic with special guest Paul Barrie from the Window to the Magic.com podcast. Just like last year, Paul and I are devoting our shows this week to a lively discussion of everything that happened in the wonderful world of Disney within the past year as well as taking a look at what's to come in 2007. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/912006 Year-In-Review with Special Guest Paul Barrie from WindowToTheMagic.comIt's the second annual year-in-review episode of Inside the Magic with special guest Paul Barrie from the Window to the Magic.com podcast. Just like last year, Paul and I are devoting our shows this week to a lively discussion of everything that happened in the wonderful world of Disney within the past year as well as taking a look at what's to come in 2007.02:04:59Sun, 31 Dec 2006 05:49:55 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms90.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms90.mp3It's the day before Christmas and we've got a special holiday show for you. I'll be bringing you some of the best live holiday music from all over Walt Disney World, in and out of the parks. I've also got a highly requested merchandise review. Mark Pearce returns with a tasty holiday treat. Also, Skipper Ben is here with your top 3 results. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/90Live Holiday Music from the Parks, Merch Review, Tasty Recipe, and Top 3It's the day before Christmas and we've got a special holiday show for you. I'll be bringing you some of the best live holiday music from all over Walt Disney World, in and out of the parks. I've also got a highly requested merchandise review. Mark Pearce returns with a tasty holiday treat. Also, Skipper Ben is here with your top 3 results.01:32:21Sun, 24 Dec 2006 06:00:00 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms89.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms89.mp3It's that time of year when Ricky needs a little break from putting together elaborate ITM episodes.This week, we've got news, reviews, Disney Details, tips, and some listener feedback, and audio from a fun Fantasyland attraction. Also, Skipper Ben is here with some discussion on a very interesting topic from the ITM forums. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/89Fantasyland Fun, Appreciating the Magic, and MoreIt's that time of year when Ricky needs a little break from putting together elaborate ITM episodes.This week, we've got news, reviews, Disney Details, tips, and some listener feedback, and audio from a fun Fantasyland attraction. Also, Skipper Ben is here with some discussion on a very interesting topic from the ITM forums.01:11:28Sun, 17 Dec 2006 11:35:16 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms88.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms88.mp3We're taking you LIVE to MouseFest for much of this show. If you weren't able to join us, you'll get to hear what it was like to enjoy the ITM meet including a ride on the Haunted Mansion as well as a discussion of this week's Disney news with some great guests. Skipper Ben is also here, though not from MouseFest, with another fun celebrity story. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/88Mouse Fest, Space Mountain Revisited, and the King of PopWe're taking you LIVE to MouseFest for much of this show. If you weren't able to join us, you'll get to hear what it was like to enjoy the ITM meet including a ride on the Haunted Mansion as well as a discussion of this week's Disney news with some great guests. Skipper Ben is also here, though not from MouseFest, with another fun celebrity story.01:10:24Sun, 10 Dec 2006 05:59:59 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms87.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms87.mp3This week we're taking a trip into outer space as Inside Disney History brings us to Space Mountain. After that, we'll be featuring some fun audio from this classic Disney attraction. Once we leave space, we'll be heading back to earth for some reviews, music, and requests. Skipper Ben is here with another fantastic restaurant review. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/87Space Mountain, Snow White, and California GrillThis week we're taking a trip into outer space as Inside Disney History brings us to Space Mountain. After that, we'll be featuring some fun audio from this classic Disney attraction. Once we leave space, we'll be heading back to earth for some reviews, music, and requests. Skipper Ben is here with another fantastic restaurant review.01:10:24Sun, 03 Dec 2006 10:23:45 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms86.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms86.mp3We've got a music filled show this week, including requests, Epcot classics, and some of my favorites. We'll be looking Inside Disney History at the incredible murals of Cinderella Castle. Skipper Ben is here with a new restaurant review. I'll be bringing you a review of a great new Disney Pixar DVD. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/86Music, Murals, Raglan Road, and CarsWe've got a music filled show this week, including requests, Epcot classics, and some of my favorites. We'll be looking Inside Disney History at the incredible murals of Cinderella Castle. Skipper Ben is here with a new restaurant review. I'll be bringing you a review of a great new Disney Pixar DVD.01:15:17Sun, 26 Nov 2006 10:19:25 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms85.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms85.mp3We're going to have some fun in Epcot this week, from Mexico to Spaceship Earth. We've also got a listener-submitted mini restaurant review. Inside Disney History brings us to a high flying show at Downtown Disney. Skipper Ben is here with his take on Thanksgiving. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/85Mexico, Spaceship Earth, Jiko, Cirque du Soleil, and ThanksgivingWe're going to have some fun in Epcot this week, from Mexico to Spaceship Earth. We've also got a listener-submitted mini restaurant review. Inside Disney History brings us to a high flying show at Downtown Disney. Skipper Ben is here with his take on Thanksgiving.01:04:07Sun, 19 Nov 2006 17:37:18 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms84.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms84.mp3We've got another mash up of Inside Disney History and a Resort Report featuring the Animal Kingdom Lodge. We also have a contest winner along with a new contest. Skipper Ben is here with an Italian restaurant review. And we fulfill a fun request from the Disney Afternoon. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/84Animal Kingdom Lodge, Contests, Alfredo's, and Gummi BearsWe've got another mash up of Inside Disney History and a Resort Report featuring the Animal Kingdom Lodge. We also have a contest winner along with a new contest. Skipper Ben is here with an Italian restaurant review. And we fulfill a fun request from the Disney Afternoon.01:20:48Sun, 12 Nov 2006 07:46:11 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms83.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms83.mp3Listener week! Listener Daniel gives us a unique restaurant review along with a video. Listener Kristin returns with a book review. Listener Joshua brings us funny ride audio from the Magic Kingdom. We've got contest winners and another contest. And, of course, Skipper Ben and Mark Pearce are here with Crusing the World and Inside Disney History. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/83Listener reviews, ride audio, requests, and contest winners!Listener week! Listener Daniel gives us a unique restaurant review along with a video. Listener Kristin returns with a book review. Listener Joshua brings us funny ride audio from the Magic Kingdom. We've got contest winners and another contest. And, of course, Skipper Ben and Mark Pearce are here with Crusing the World and Inside Disney History.01:33:44Sun, 05 Nov 2006 09:11:25 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms82.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms82.mp3It's the annual Inside the Magic Halloween show! Joining us on today's show is voice actress Kat Cressida, who portrays the new Black Widow Bride in Disneyland's Haunted Mansion. Mark Pearce is here with a look Inside Disney History at some Disney ghosts. Skipper Ben is here with a humorous Halloween prank of his own. We also have two more great Halloween contests for you! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/82It's Halloween! Disneyland's Black Widow Bride, Kat Cressida, Haunted History, and more Contests!It's the annual Inside the Magic Halloween show! Joining us on today's show is voice actress Kat Cressida, who portrays the new Black Widow Bride in Disneyland's Haunted Mansion. Mark Pearce is here with a look Inside Disney History at some Disney ghosts. Skipper Ben is here with a humorous Halloween prank of his own. We also have two more great Halloween contests for you!01:50:01Sun, 29 Oct 2006 10:16:31 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms81.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms81.mp3Mark Pearce brings us Inside Disney History as we take a look at the Contemporary Resort. I'll follow that up with my own personal take on this hotel in our first Resort Report. Skipper Ben returns, taking the helm of Inside the Magic for a while, bringing us a full report from his Disney wedding and week-long trip to Walt Disney World. We've also got couple of new contests as well as a winner from last week's contest. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/81Contemporary History and Resort Report, Skipper Ben Trip Report, and ContestsMark Pearce brings us Inside Disney History as we take a look at the Contemporary Resort. I'll follow that up with my own personal take on this hotel in our first Resort Report. Skipper Ben returns, taking the helm of Inside the Magic for a while, bringing us a full report from his Disney wedding and week-long trip to Walt Disney World. We've also got couple of new contests as well as a winner from last week's contest.01:38:57Sun, 22 Oct 2006 09:02:42 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms80.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms80.mp3We visit some of Disney's highest peaks and lowest depths as we explore the Matterhorn at Disneyland and The Seas with Nemo and Friends at Epcot. Skipper Ben is here along with another special guest for a discussion of the new Epcot attraction. We've got another haunted contest with Chef Mayhem from DoomBuggies.com. I'll also be bringing you another multiple-item merchandise review featuring some fun new video games. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/80The Seas, Matterhorn, Contest, Video Games, and more!We visit some of Disney's highest peaks and lowest depths as we explore the Matterhorn at Disneyland and The Seas with Nemo and Friends at Epcot. Skipper Ben is here along with another special guest for a discussion of the new Epcot attraction. We've got another haunted contest with Chef Mayhem from DoomBuggies.com. I'll also be bringing you another multiple-item merchandise review featuring some fun new video games.01:27:39Sun, 15 Oct 2006 12:10:15 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms79.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms79.mp3There's finally a new Inside the Magic home page with all new features including a new Archive and a store! We've got the more prizes to give away in our weekly October contests and a double merchandise review. Mark Pearce brings us a brief look at the history of the Country Bear Jamboree. Skipper Ben is here, but not in his usual form. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/79New Home Page, Two Contests, Two Reviews, and More!There's finally a new Inside the Magic home page with all new features including a new Archive and a store! We've got the more prizes to give away in our weekly October contests and a double merchandise review. Mark Pearce brings us a brief look at the history of the Country Bear Jamboree. Skipper Ben is here, but not in his usual form.01:27:15Sun, 08 Oct 2006 17:55:55 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms78.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms78.mp3We are celebrating Walt Disney World's birthday in some unusual ways. We begin our celebration with the first edition of The Disney Mountains - A Summit on Adventure where we'll take a look back at the history of Big Thunder Mountain. We take you on a classic non-Disney attraction and give my take on what separates Disney from its competitors. It's time for some Halloween contests featuring a very special guest. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/78Big Thunder Mountain, Back to the Future, Haunted Contest, and Guilty PleasuresWe are celebrating Walt Disney World's birthday in some unusual ways. We begin our celebration with the first edition of The Disney Mountains - A Summit on Adventure where we'll take a look back at the history of Big Thunder Mountain. We take you on a classic non-Disney attraction and give my take on what separates Disney from its competitors. It's time for some Halloween contests featuring a very special guest.Sun, 01 Oct 2006 12:33:56 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms77.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms77.mp3We dive, dive, dive 20,000 leagues under the sea with Mark Pearce and some memorable park audio. Skipper Ben is here with a look at a certain Disney captain... but it's not Captain Nemo! We've also got plenty of Disney news, Disney Details and a whole lot more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/7720,000 Leagues History, Ride, Merchandise, and Music... and More!We dive, dive, dive 20,000 leagues under the sea with Mark Pearce and some memorable park audio. Skipper Ben is here with a look at a certain Disney captain... but it's not Captain Nemo! We've also got plenty of Disney news, Disney Details and a whole lot more.Sun, 24 Sep 2006 12:49:34 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms76.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms76.mp3Lots of interesting Disney news this week, from the Year of a Million Dreams to new attraction opening dates. Skipper Ben is here trying to avoid those nasty Florida thunder storms. Mark Pearce returns with a very interesting look at the connections between Disney and the Olympics. I've got a listener-submitted ride-through and a listener-submitted merchandise review. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/76Disney Dreams Prizes, Rain Stories, Disney Olympics, and Trolls!Lots of interesting Disney news this week, from the Year of a Million Dreams to new attraction opening dates. Skipper Ben is here trying to avoid those nasty Florida thunder storms. Mark Pearce returns with a very interesting look at the connections between Disney and the Olympics. I've got a listener-submitted ride-through and a listener-submitted merchandise review.Sun, 17 Sep 2006 10:53:22 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms75.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms75.mp3We're going to take a fun look at the history of Disney merchandise, courtesy of Mark Pearce. I'll take you on a binaural trip on a mystery attraction. Another listener request is fulfilled. I'll be reviewing some new Disney Shopping Haunted Mansion merchandise. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/75Disney merch history and review, Mystery Ride, and More!We're going to take a fun look at the history of Disney merchandise, courtesy of Mark Pearce. I'll take you on a binaural trip on a mystery attraction. Another listener request is fulfilled. I'll be reviewing some new Disney Shopping Haunted Mansion merchandise.Sun, 10 Sep 2006 09:30:12 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms74.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms74.mp3Another slow Disney news week! Skipper Ben is here with your Top 3 results and a new cast member story. I'll be bringing you on a binaural trip on the TTA. I've got another swashbuckling merchandise review. Mark Pearce is here with a look at Dumbo's history. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/74TTA, Top 3, Dumbo, Battleship, Muppets, and More!Another slow Disney news week! Skipper Ben is here with your Top 3 results and a new cast member story. I'll be bringing you on a binaural trip on the TTA. I've got another swashbuckling merchandise review. Mark Pearce is here with a look at Dumbo's history.Sun, 03 Sep 2006 13:07:34 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms73.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms73.mp3I heard from a lot of listeners this week and will be sharing some emails and voice mails with you. Skipper Ben is here with a restaurant review from his recent trip to WDW. Mark Pearce returns with part 2 of a History in the Round - The Disney Carousels. I'll also be taking you to Main Street USA for some Disney Details and to listen to a popular Disney quartet. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/73Skipper Ben's Trip Report, Carousel History and Binaural Ride, New Parade!I heard from a lot of listeners this week and will be sharing some emails and voice mails with you. Skipper Ben is here with a restaurant review from his recent trip to WDW. Mark Pearce returns with part 2 of a History in the Round - The Disney Carousels. I'll also be taking you to Main Street USA for some Disney Details and to listen to a popular Disney quartet.Sun, 27 Aug 2006 14:02:05 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms72.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms72.mp3Skipper Ben has returned from his trip to WDW and brings you a trip report. Mark Pearce returns with part 1 an excellent history of the Disney Carousels. I'll be bringing you with me in a binaural trip on the Carousel of Progress. Two out of the three new ITM segments have survived from last week... can you guess which ones? Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/72Skipper Ben's Trip Report, Carousel History and Binaural Ride, New Parade!Skipper Ben has returned from his trip to WDW and brings you a trip report. Mark Pearce returns with part 1 an excellent history of the Disney Carousels. I'll be bringing you with me in a binaural trip on the Carousel of Progress. Two out of the three new ITM segments have survived from last week... can you guess which ones?Sun, 20 Aug 2006 13:40:35 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms71.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms71.mp3This week's theme is things that are new and different. Mark Pearce brings us back in time to when Disneyland was brand new. I'll take you on a special trip to the Disney-MGM Studios. We've got an all-new kind of contest. And, we'll try a few other new segments that should keep you entertained. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/71New Segments, Disney-MGM Studios Treat, and Disneyland history!This week's theme is things that are new and different. Mark Pearce brings us back in time to when Disneyland was brand new. I'll take you on a special trip to the Disney-MGM Studios. We've got an all-new kind of contest. And, we'll try a few other new segments that should keep you entertained.Sun, 13 Aug 2006 12:27:43 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms70-2.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms70-2.mp3I'll be taking you on an often requested ride to the Magic Kingdom. Mark Pearce returns once again with another in-depth look at Disney entertainment history. Skipper Ben is here checking in before his trip to my neck of the woods. I've also got a restaurant review straight out of the 50s... and a lot more! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/70Monorail, Pirates, Feed the Birds, and more!I'll be taking you on an often requested ride to the Magic Kingdom. Mark Pearce returns once again with another in-depth look at Disney entertainment history. Skipper Ben is here checking in before his trip to my neck of the woods. I've also got a restaurant review straight out of the 50s... and a lot more!Sun, 06 Aug 2006 20:00:00 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms69.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms69.mp3Lots of news in the worlds of podcasting and Disney. Mark Pearce returns to ITM with another fun look at Disney history. I'll be announcing the winner of last week's mystery contest. Skipper Ben is here with things that remind you of Disney. We've got a merchandise review, a binaural ride-through, and a whole lot more! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/69Podcast Awards, Disney memories, and Lightspeed to Endor!Lots of news in the worlds of podcasting and Disney. Mark Pearce returns to ITM with another fun look at Disney history. I'll be announcing the winner of last week's mystery contest. Skipper Ben is here with things that remind you of Disney. We've got a merchandise review, a binaural ride-through, and a whole lot more!Sun, 30 Jul 2006 11:43:10 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms68.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms68.mp3It's been a very slow Disney news week this week. I do have a great listener request section fulfilled from last week. Skipper Ben is here with... you guessed it... another 10 things you didn't know about a Disney theme park. We'll also take a binaural trip on a now-extinct Epcot attraction. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/68Audio Favorites, Tokyo Top Ten, and the Wonders of Life!It's been a very slow Disney news week this week. I do have a great listener request section fulfilled from last week. Skipper Ben is here with... you guessed it... another 10 things you didn't know about a Disney theme park. We'll also take a binaural trip on a now-extinct Epcot attraction.Sun, 23 Jul 2006 11:20:21 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms67.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms67.mp3We've got an interview with Spencer Cook, creator of Virtual Toad, the 3D recreation of Mr Toads Wild Ride. Also, a merchandise review, listener request, and Skipper Ben! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/67Virtual Toad, Request for Listeners, and More!We've got an interview with Spencer Cook, creator of Virtual Toad, the 3D recreation of Mr Toads Wild Ride. Also, a merchandise review, listener request, and Skipper Ben!Sun, 16 Jul 2006 11:28:01 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms66.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms66.mp3Pirates: Dead Man's Chest movie review... my take as well as a couple of listeners reactions. Skipper Ben is here with the last of his fun Disney facts and a new look at WDW Inside Out. I'll also be announcing the winner to last week's Cars giveaway! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/66Dead Man's Chest Reviews, Magic Parade, Phantom Manor, and More!Pirates: Dead Man's Chest movie review... my take as well as a couple of listeners reactions. Skipper Ben is here with the last of his fun Disney facts and a new look at WDW Inside Out. I'll also be announcing the winner to last week's Cars giveaway!Sun, 09 Jul 2006 13:15:15 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms65.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms65.mp3We've got a conversation from live inside Disneyland discussing the changes to the Pirates attractions. I'll also be bringing you onto Pirates of the Caribbean at WDW through binaural audio. We'll also be covering the rest of the Pirates news as well as other Disney happenings. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/65Pirates, Part 2: Discussion of the additions, binaural ride-through, and more!We've got a conversation from live inside Disneyland discussing the changes to the Pirates attractions. I'll also be bringing you onto Pirates of the Caribbean at WDW through binaural audio. We'll also be covering the rest of the Pirates news as well as other Disney happenings.Sun, 02 Jul 2006 12:02:21 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms64.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms64.mp3It's a pirates life for us this week! From the Pirates movie premiere at Disneyland to the appearance of Captain Jack Sparrow himself at the Magic Kingdom. We've also a fun look at the world famous song from the Pirates attraction. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/64Pirates movie premiere, street actors, and animatronics!It's a pirates life for us this week! From the Pirates movie premiere at Disneyland to the appearance of Captain Jack Sparrow himself at the Magic Kingdom. We've also a fun look at the world famous song from the Pirates attraction.Sun, 25 Jun 2006 13:21:32 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms63.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms63.mp3This week we're taking a trip into the past and the future. We've got an update from old pirate times... it's getting close to reopening of rides and the new movie's premiere. We've got some great live music that takes you back to the turn of the century. Skipper Ben is here with the best of Epcot, your Top 3 results, and a different sort of alien ancounter... and a whole lot more. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/63A trip into the past and the future!This week we're taking a trip into the past and the future. We've got an update from old pirate times... it's getting close to reopening of rides and the new movie's premiere. We've got some great live music that takes you back to the turn of the century. Skipper Ben is here with the best of Epcot, your Top 3 results, and a different sort of alien ancounter... and a whole lot more.Sun, 18 Jun 2006 12:14:54 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms62.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms62.mp3Lots of Disney news this week! I'll also be taking you on a very special trip through the jungle. A couple of musical requests are granted. Skipper Ben is here with a fun look at the best of the Magic Kingdom. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/62Lots of news, Special Jungle Cruise, Musical Requests, and More!Lots of Disney news this week! I'll also be taking you on a very special trip through the jungle. A couple of musical requests are granted. Skipper Ben is here with a fun look at the best of the Magic Kingdom.Sun, 11 Jun 2006 09:55:31 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms61.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms61.mp3This week we've got updates on Disneyland's Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage as well as the Pirates of the Caribbean rehab. Skipper Ben is here bringing you your Top 3 results as well as an unforgettable encounter. We'll also be taking the first of a weekly trip on some attractions from Disneyland Paris. Finally, a musical request is fulfilled several times over! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/61Nemo and Pirates Updates, Alien Encounter, Disneyland Paris, and Requests!This week we've got updates on Disneyland's Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage as well as the Pirates of the Caribbean rehab. Skipper Ben is here bringing you your Top 3 results as well as an unforgettable encounter. We'll also be taking the first of a weekly trip on some attractions from Disneyland Paris. Finally, a musical request is fulfilled several times over!Sun, 04 Jun 2006 08:12:12 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms60.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms60.mp3In the news, we've got reports from the Living Seas and the Cars world premiere. This week's listener request takes us on a high-flying journey. Paul Barrie takes us on a trip through Disneyland's recently updated Haunted Mansion in eerie binaural audio. We'll also take a journey into the past to seize the future with XS! And... the call-out contest is back along with a few other giveaways. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/60Ride Audio from both US coasts and from the past! Also, contests and news from the Living Seas and the Cars world premiere.In the news, we've got reports from the Living Seas and the Cars world premiere. This week's listener request takes us on a high-flying journey. Paul Barrie takes us on a trip through Disneyland's recently updated Haunted Mansion in eerie binaural audio. We'll also take a journey into the past to seize the future with XS! And... the call-out contest is back along with a few other giveaways.Sun, 28 May 2006 10:20:16 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms59.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms59.mp3Let the requests continue! Lots of questions to answer and requests to fulfill. This week, we get to the good stuff in the WDI Imaginations competition story. Skipper Ben is here with WDW Inside out looking at one of my favorite attractions. He's also brought us some new wedding information and your top 3 results. I'll also be bringing you a report from the NEW mission space experience! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/59More Requests Answered, Mission: Space without Spinning, Handicapped Tips, and More!Let the requests continue! Lots of questions to answer and requests to fulfill. This week, we get to the good stuff in the WDI Imaginations competition story. Skipper Ben is here with WDW Inside out looking at one of my favorite attractions. He's also brought us some new wedding information and your top 3 results. I'll also be bringing you a report from the NEW mission space experience!Sun, 21 May 2006 09:50:08 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms58.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms58.mp3It's a slow news week in the world of Disney. So, this week we have previews, reviews, and requests. Skipper Ben is also here with another great WDW Inside Out clip and some other random Disney ramblings. We've also got the next installment in my tale of the WDI ImagiNations competition is here... and more! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/58Previews, Reviews, Requests, and More!It's a slow news week in the world of Disney. So, this week we have previews, reviews, and requests. Skipper Ben is also here with another great WDW Inside Out clip and some other random Disney ramblings. We've also got the next installment in my tale of the WDI ImagiNations competition is here... and more!Sun, 14 May 2006 07:05:08 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms57.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms57.mp3Our WDI ImagiNations competition story continues as I finally submit my project and hope to become a finalist. I've also got a DVD review of a long-lost Disney television series now finally released this past week. Skipper Ben is here with a wedding update and some more of WDW Inside Out. We'll be giving away another prize in this week's video contest! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/57Dinosaurs DVD Review, Skipper Ben's Wedding Update, WDW Inside Out, and a great new prize!Our WDI ImagiNations competition story continues as I finally submit my project and hope to become a finalist. I've also got a DVD review of a long-lost Disney television series now finally released this past week. Skipper Ben is here with a wedding update and some more of WDW Inside Out. We'll be giving away another prize in this week's video contest!Sun, 07 May 2006 10:54:41 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms56.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms56.mp3We have lots of random, unrelated, yet fun information on this week's show. Aside from the usual news, we've got Pirates updates from California as well as online. We've also got this week's video contest winner announcement. We've also got more WDI ImagiNations competition information including a look at my 3-minute CG video submission. Skipper Ben is here with Top 3 results, some more of WDW Inside Out, and a visit to the ITM forums. Finally, we've got a journey back to the cretaceous period. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/56Non-WDW Pirates Update, Contest Winner, WDI ImagiNations Competition Project, Top 3 Results, and a prehistoric journey!We have lots of random, unrelated, yet fun information on this week's show. Aside from the usual news, we've got Pirates updates from California as well as online. We've also got this week's video contest winner announcement. We've also got more WDI ImagiNations competition information including a look at my 3-minute CG video submission. Skipper Ben is here with Top 3 results, some more of WDW Inside Out, and a visit to the ITM forums. Finally, we've got a journey back to the cretaceous period.Sun, 30 Apr 2006 09:13:14 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms55.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms55.mp3This week's show brings you an assortment of Disney goodies including some official Expedition Everest sound effects, responses to last week's Mission: Space discussion, more discussion of the WDI ImagiNations competition, a binaural Disney rainforest recording, and more great contests! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/55Yeti Sounds, WDI ImagiNations competition talk, WDW Inside Out, the rainforest, and contests!This week's show brings you an assortment of Disney goodies including some official Expedition Everest sound effects, responses to last week's Mission: Space discussion, more discussion of the WDI ImagiNations competition, a binaural Disney rainforest recording, and more great contests!Sun, 23 Apr 2006 08:12:15 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms54.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms54.mp3Lots of special guests on today's show. First, I talk with Paul Barrie from WindowToTheMagic.com about Mission: Space's future. We also have Tony G talking about the Tarzan musical and Skipper Ben discussing Disney honeymoons. I've got my first segment about Imagineering's ImagiNations competition and a merchandise review from old Tomorrowland. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/54Mission: Space Discussion, WDI ImagiNations competition, Disney honeymooning, and more!Lots of special guests on today's show. First, I talk with Paul Barrie from WindowToTheMagic.com about Mission: Space's future. We also have Tony G talking about the Tarzan musical and Skipper Ben discussing Disney honeymoons. I've got my first segment about Imagineering's ImagiNations competition and a merchandise review from old Tomorrowland.Sun, 16 Apr 2006 06:25:43 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms53.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms53.mp3Inside the Magic's one-year anniversary! Listen in as I take you on a trip with me to Downtown Disney's new World of Disney stores and review some merchandise. We'll also be going to a sit-down restaurant while we're at Downtown Disney for a new restaurant review. Listen in on a conversation with the creator of DoomBuggies.com, Jeff Baham aka Chef Mayhem. Skipper Ben is here with your Top 3 Top 3 results. And, of course, I'll be announcing the winners of this week's video contest and the one-year anniversary ITM contest! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/53One-Year Big Show! New World of Disney stores, restaurant review, Interview with Chef Mayhem, Top 3 Top 3's, and contest winners!Inside the Magic's one-year anniversary! Listen in as I take you on a trip with me to Downtown Disney's new World of Disney stores and review some merchandise. We'll also be going to a sit-down restaurant while we're at Downtown Disney for a new restaurant review. Listen in on a conversation with the creator of DoomBuggies.com, Jeff Baham aka Chef Mayhem. Skipper Ben is here with your Top 3 Top 3 results. And, of course, I'll be announcing the winners of this week's video contest and the one-year anniversary ITM contest!Sun, 09 Apr 2006 05:25:43 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itm-oneyearcontest2.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itm-oneyearcontest2.mp3In honor of Inside the Magic's upcoming one-year anniversary, I've released this special contest to win a great prize package filled with Disney goodies from the parks. Simply download, listen to the instructions, and enter to win! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/52.5One Year Anniversary Contest - Win a great prize package filled with Disney goodies from the parks! Download, listen, and win!In honor of Inside the Magic's upcoming one-year anniversary, I've released this special contest to win a great prize package filled with Disney goodies from the parks. Simply download, listen to the instructions, and enter to win!Wed, 05 Apr 2006 14:03:25 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms52.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms52.mp3I'm bringing you with me on the Jungle Cruise this week via the wonders of binaural audio. We'll also be launching a new video contest to win a great book from Ape Pen Publishing! I've got a review of Kingdom Hearts II and Skipper Ben is here with some information about the 12.5 foot deep waters of the jungle. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/52Binaural trip on the Jungle Cruise, New Video Contest, Review of Kingdom Heart II, and More!I'm bringing you with me on the Jungle Cruise this week via the wonders of binaural audio. We'll also be launching a new video contest to win a great book from Ape Pen Publishing! I've got a review of Kingdom Hearts II and Skipper Ben is here with some information about the 12.5 foot deep waters of the jungle.Sun, 02 Apr 2006 06:25:43 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms51.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itms51.mp3Great news! The Pirates of the Caribbean rehab updates are back. We've also got a very interesting interview with long-time Inside the Magic listener, Brian Martsolf. I will be announcing the winner of the Lady and the Tramp Platinum Edition DVD as well as giving you an update on the ongoing ITM one-year anniversary contest. Skipper Ben is also here with a look at the best air conditioned spots at WDW. Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/51Pirates Rehab Update, ITM Listener Interview, Air Conditioning, and More!Great news! The Pirates of the Caribbean rehab updates are back. We've also got a very interesting interview with long-time Inside the Magic listener, Brian Martsolf. I will be announcing the winner of the Lady and the Tramp Platinum Edition DVD as well as giving you an update on the ongoing ITM one-year anniversary contest. Skipper Ben is also here with a look at the best air conditioned spots at WDW.Sun, 26 Mar 2006 08:03:25 ESTnoRicky Brigantehttp://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itm-oneyearcontest.mp3http://media.libsyn.com/media/insidethemagic/itm-oneyearcontest.mp3In honor of Inside the Magic's upcoming one-year anniversary, I've released this special contest to win a great prize package filled with Disney goodies from the parks. Simply download, listen to the instructions, and enter to win! Read more at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/50.5One Year Anniversary Contest - Win a great prize package filled with Disney goodies from the parks! Download, listen, and win!In honor of Inside the Magic's upcoming one-year anniversary, I've released this special contest to win a great prize package filled with Disney goodies from the parks. Simply download, listen to the instructions, and enter to win!Wed, 22 Mar 2006 10:03:25 ESTnoRicky BrigantenonadultInside the Magic is a weekly podcast covering everything related to Disney, Orlando, theme parks, special events, movies, and merchandise including news, reviews, interviews, and much more.