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Disney's Official POV of Tiana's Bayou Adventure - MOW #527

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode, we discuss Disney's official POV video of Tiana's Bayou Adventure which was released on Saturday, June 2, 2024. Disney posted their ...

Bad Behavior in the Disney Parks: The All-Assault Edition - MOW #526

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We present more stories of bad behavior in the Disney Parks. This time it is the ALL ASSAULTS EDITION. There are verbal assaults and physical assaults...

Iger: Nonchalant About Epic Universe & IP is the Way - MOW #525

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Disney: We discuss Iger's Q&A session on May 15, 2024 at the MoffettNathanson Media, Internet, & Communications Conference in New York City. Even thou...

Rachel & Josh's Walt Disney World Trip Report, pt 2 - MOW #524

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rachel and Josh continue to regale us with tales of their most recent trip to Walt Disney World. Listen to hear about parking in the farthest lot of A...

Rachel & Josh's Walt Disney World Trip Report, pt 1 - MOW #523

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rachel and Josh regale us with tales of their most recent trip to Walt Disney World. Listen to hear about their first experience at the Frontierland S...

Further Stories of Bad Behavior in the Disney Parks - MOW #522

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eli presents more stories of bad behavior in the Disney Parks. In this episode, we have a topless swimmer, a habitual upskirt photographer, and a Code...

Our Favorite Disneyland Forward Possibilities - MOW #521

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discuss possible development ideas for the Disneyland Resort in California, as stated by Disney on its Disneyland Forward website,...

Frontierland Shootin' Arcade & Disability Access Service - MOW #520

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss more Disney news! We lead off with the semi-confirmed rumor of the Frontierland Shootin' Arcade being replaced by a DVC lounge in the Magic...

Tiana's Poster, Avatar @ DL, & Iger's Response to Epic Universe - MOW #519

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the latest Disney news! We start with the official poster for Tiana's Bayou Adventure. Then, we discuss Avatar at the Disneyland Resort. An...

How Should Disney Respond to Epic Universe? - MOW #518

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss what Disney should do in response to Universal Epic Universe for episode #518. Now that we have "come home" after exploring Universal Epic ...

Exploring How To Train Your Dragon-Isle of Berk - MOW #517

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We conclude our series on Universal Epic Universe. For this episode, we explore the world of How To Train Your Dragon-Isle of Berk, where you can "tak...

Exploring The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic - MOW #516

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our series on Universal Epic Universe. For this episode, we explore The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, where you can...

Exploring Super Nintendo World: Universal Epic Universe - MOW #515

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our series on Universal Epic Universe. For this episode, we explore Super Nintendo World, where you can "step right into familiar location...

Epic Universe: Exploring Dark Universe - MOW #514

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our series on Universal Epic Universe. For this episode, we explore the world of Dark Universe, "a world of myth and mystery where Univers...

Epic Universe: Exploring Celestial Park - MOW #513

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our series on Universal Epic Universe. For this episode, we explore the world of Celestial Park, the hub to the other worlds of Epic Unive...

Epic Digs at Disney - MOW #512

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On January 30th, 2024, Universal released a video revealing a good bit of information on what to expect when Universal Epic Universe opens next year i...

New 1900 Park Fare Characters - MOW #511

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Walt Disney World has announced that 1900 Park Fare at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will reopen on April 10, 2024. We discuss what the Disney...

Least Favorite Disney E-Ticket Attraction - MOW #510

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss our least favorite Disney E-Ticket attraction. Now, it is not that we dislike these attractions, but rather these are our least favorite on...

Is the Disney Dining Plan Worth It? - MOW #509

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the return of the Disney Dining Plan in 2024, we once again ponder if it is worth it. We go through an exercise in which two of us plan a vacatio...

Disney and Artificial Intelligence - MOW #508

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Professor X joins us on this episode to discuss the history and the use of artificial intelligence in the Walt Disney Company! We also use chatGPT dur...

Everything Coming to Disneyland in 2024 - MOW #507

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For the third show of the new year, we remind you of all the new things coming to Disneyland for 2024. We discuss the return of Pixar Fest and Fantasm...

Everything Coming to Walt Disney World in 2024 - MOW #506

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For the second show of the new year, we remind you of all the new promotions and new things coming to Walt Disney World for 2024. We discuss the Dinin...

Apple Podcast Reviews: What Do You Think About Us? - MOW #505

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As we begin the new year, we would like to pause for a sec to see how we are doing. To do so, we read some of our Apple Podcasts reviews to learn what...

Festival of the Holidays 2023 + New Epcot Stuff - MOW #504

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As a follow-up to our Holiday Encore episode last week in which we discussed past Walt Disney World holiday celebrations, Rachel describes her experie...

Holiday Episode Encore - MOWSE 12.20.2023

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this special edition of the Magic Our Way podcast. Given this busy time of final exams and Christmas preparation, we present an encore mont...

Kang: Should He Stay or Should He Go - MOW #503

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Eli and Kevin discuss whether the Kang character should stay or can Marvel move on without Kang, an idea based off of a Vanity Fair article. If they d...

Bad Behavior in the Disney Parks - MOW #502

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Recent events enable us to continue our series on Bad Behavior in the Disney Parks. For this show, we discuss the "bathroom video voyeur," John Stamos...

Disney's Wish: A Movie Review - MOW #501

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss Wish, the Walt Disney Animations Studios offering for the 2023 holiday season whose official date of release in the United States was on We...

500th Episode Extravaganza - MOW #500

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It is our 500th episode extravaganza! Thank you so much to all the fans who have kept us going throughout the years. For this episode, we pull back th...

Never Have I Ever…but will: Disney Parks Edition - MOW #499

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As we end our 400s and transition into the 500s, we reflect back to see what are the things we have not done yet in the Disney Parks. This is Never Ha...

Luminous, Mabrika Cove, and Party Food - MOW #498

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rachel discusses some travel related news items: Mabrika Cove and Serenity Bay on Disney's new island, new Mickey's Very Merry Christmas treats, and t...

The Best and Worst: Guest Interactions in the Disney Parks - MOW #497

01 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We present stories of our best and worst guest interactions in the Disney parks. This is the first in a series of shows in which we discuss our best a...

Imagineering Halloween for the Other 3 WDW Parks - MOW #496

25 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's our Halloween Show for 2023! This year, we armchair imagineer Halloween events for the other three Walt Disney World parks. Plus, we discuss the ...

Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana, Review - MOW #495

19 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Special guest Eric, a long-time MOWican, discusses his first-hand experience of the new Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana attraction which just open...

Tron & the Rideshare Conspiracy - MOW #494

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin had the opportunity to take a little side jaunt to Walt Disney World while he was down in Orlando for a convention. Hear Kevin discuss his first...

Who Does Adulting Better: Disney or Universal? - MOW #493

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Danny presents a question based on his and Eli's last trip to Walt Disney World and Universal Studios Orlando - Who Does Adulting Better: Disney or Un...

Disney Cruise Line's Disney Treasure - MOW #492

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rachel discusses the Disney Treasure, Disney Cruise Line's newest ship set to come online in 2024. Learn about the clues found in the treasure map as ...

Our Disney Journey: How the Fandom Began - MOW #491

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

While Danny and Eli are on vacation, Kevin and Rachel are joined by Kirk, aka Cajun Chavez y Chavez, and Keith, aka Professor X, to discuss how their ...

2023 Destination D23 Announcements - MOW #490

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss everything that came out of the Disney Parks, Experiences and Products presentation at the 2023 Destination D23 event over the weekend. Zoo...

5 Questions With A MOWican - MOW #489

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Long-time MOWican "JP," our California Consultant, joins us for 5 Questions with a MOWican where we ask him things like "What will happen to Critter C...

Tiana's Palace Menu & IP in Disney Restaurants - MOW #488

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

New Orleanians discuss the menu for Tiana's Palace, the new restaurant opening in Disneyland in September 2023. Also, we wonder if IP in Disney Parks ...

5 Questions for the Avid Disney Parks Fan - MOW #487

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin plays inquisitor and presents 5 questions that every avid Disney parks fan should be able to answer off the top of their head. What were your an...

Rachel's Disneyland Trip Report - MOW #486

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rachel presents her experience at the Disneyland Resort in California. Hear about Rogers the Musical, Magic Happens, Trader Sam's, Oga's Cantina, and ...

Really Bad Behavior on Disney Property - MOW #485

09 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We present more stories of really Bad Behavior in the world of Disney, specifically bad behavior in the parks. For this show, we present the Bad Mouse...

Hatbox Ghost Placement & Haunted Mansion Review - MOW #484

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we review Disney's Haunted Mansion (2023) movie. Plus, we discuss the latest news from Disney about the location(s) of the Hatbox Gho...

Live Action Snow White - New Dwarfs Photos Emerge - MOW #483

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Snow White, the planned live-action remake of the Academy Award-winning movie Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, is back in the news after unofficial ph...

Iger's Contract Extended - MOW #482

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Disney board has unanimously approved a two-year extension for Bob Iger to remain as CEO of The Walt Disney Company. Originally, Iger was slated t...

Food & Wine, Corndogs, and Rachel's Trip - MOW #481

12 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the new offerings at the Food and Wine Festival and the new eatery at the Boardwalk, Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs. Plus, we wrap up Rachel's mothe...

Rachel's Mother/Son WDW Trip, Part 1 - MOW #480

05 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rachel describes her June 2023 mother/son trip to Walt Disney World. Hear about finding Baymax in a blind box and their Crystal Palace experience. Rea...

Genie+ Changes and Danny & Eli's WDW Trip Report, Part 4 - MOW #479

28 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We present the fourth and final part of Danny and Eli's May 2023 Trip to Walt Disney World, where they reminisce about the Australian that wanted to p...

Elemental: A Movie Review - MOW #478

21 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We present a movie review of Elemental, Pixar's latest offering for the summer 2023 blockbuster movie season. WARNING: spoilers ahead! What are your t...

Danny & Eli's WDW Trip Report, Part 3 - MOW #477

14 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We present the third part of Danny and Eli's May 2023 Trip to Walt Disney World when they got packed into a bus and experienced Disney H2O Glow After ...

Dining Plan & Trip Report, Part 2 - MOW #476

07 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Danny and Eli discuss day 2 of their May 2023 Trip to Walt Disney World when they rode Tron. Plus, Rachel discusses the return of the Disney Dining Pl...

Danny and Eli's May 2023 WDW Trip: Day 1 - MOW #475

31 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Danny and Eli discuss day 1 of their May 2023 Trip to Walt Disney World. Hear how a 20-year-old broke Remy's Ratatouille Adventure and how someone tri...

Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort - MOW #474

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rachel discusses her trip to Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort in South Carolina. Have you visited Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort? If so, let us ...

WDW Changes Coming in 2024 - MOW #473

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the changes coming to  Walt Disney World in 2024. Depending on how you view these changes may improve or worsen your next vacation to the ...

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Movie Review - MOW #472

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We review the latest installment of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, released in the United States on Friday, May 5, 202...

DeSantis Versus Disney: Round 2 - MOW #471

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the recent events between DeSantis and Disney as of Sunday, April 30, 2023. On this show, we bring in Harry, the Magic Our Way legal consul...

Celebrating Animal Kingdom's 25th Anniversary - MOW #470

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We celebrate Animal Kingdom's 25th anniversary by playing a game with some trivia and history. Plus, Captain Cajun Chavez y Chavez Kirk stops by with ...

Mickey Views' Prediction: New Orleans Street Replaces MK Frontierland - MOW #469

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the YouTube Channel Mickey Views' predictions of WDW Magic Kingdom's Frontierland being replaced by a New Orleans street, a desert land bey...

Quest for the Best: 3D Movie Attractions - MOW #468

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We go on a quest to determine which 3D movie attraction at Walt Disney World is the best. We compare MuppetVision 3D, Mickey's Philharmagic, and It's ...

DeSantis vs Disney + Would You Rather - MOW #467

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We present the latest drama between Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Walt Disney World. Plus, we introduce our version of Would You Rather: Disney Ed...

Magic Their Way or Our Way: Lighthouse Point, Mary Poppins, AK's 25th - MOW #466

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We present the magic that Disney has planned and reveal the magic we would like to see, as in the things that would make us book a trip today. For thi...

Roberge's Tron Lightcycle Run Review - MOW #465

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We welcome the Roberges, Rachel and Josh, back to the show again to discuss Rachel's experience on Tron Lightcycle Run at Walt Disney World. Are you l...

Saving the Halcyon & WDW's Light Summer - MOW #464

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We welcome the Roberges, Rachel and Josh, back to the show. Josh relates his experience on the Halcyon, and we discuss what could be done to save it. ...

Michael Maines: Disneyland's Party Gras Parade - MOW #463

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We happily welcome Mr. Michael Maines, a former Walt Disney Entertainment executive cast member, to the podcast. Mr. Maines tells us how his experienc...

Some More Bad Behavior on Disney Property - MOW #462

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this show, we present some more examples of bad behavior on Disney property. We have Mr. Two Beers, Mr. Proudfoot, The Intimate Officers, and Dis...

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania - MOW #461

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We review the latest movie from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, released in the United States on Friday, February 17...

Theming Wars: Maelstrom vs. Frozen Ever After - MOW #460

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We present the next episode in our new series called Theming Wars, where we do our best to objectively determine which theme is better: the original o...

Theming Wars: Test Track vs. Test Track 2.0 - MOW #459

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We present a new series called Theming Wars, where we do our best to determine which theme is objectively better: the original or the new. For this ep...

Best Park for Adults - MOW #458

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What if you are traveling to the Disney parks with a group of adults sans kids? Each of us discusses what we think is the best park for adults. Plus, ...

That Peltz Stuff: Understanding the Situation - MOW #457

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Creative minds attempt to understand business minds as we explore the Nelson Peltz versus the Disney Board of Directors situation. We examine the ask ...

Disney & Universal News: All In 1 Week! - MOW #456

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Crazy news week! On the Disney side, we discuss park-hopping, parking fees, Genie+ ride photos, Tron, Tianas!, Happily Ever After, and Epcot Forever. ...

Play, Stay, & Dine Vacation Offer - MOW #455

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this show, Lee discusses the latest Walt Disney World vacation offer called Play, Stay, & Dine, Find out what's included, what's not included, what...

Rekindle Your Disney Love - MOW #454

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year, everyone!  In light of everything happening in the Walt Disney Company as of late, we decided to focus on something positive and disc...

Things Disney Could Eliminate - MOW #453

28 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for a Magical a-Musings episode. On show #445, we discussed things that Disney could bring back; on this show, we discuss things that Disney...

Game Night: Geek Out! Disney - MOW #452

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's a MOWican game night: Geek Out! Disney. Listen as we take you through our gameplay and offer our thoughts on this board game. What were some of y...

Disney+, Genie+, & Space Mountain Changes - MOW #451

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss all the price and policy changes that took place recently: Disney+, Genie+, Space Mountain, and the price hikes for one-day tickets. What a...

Bob Iger: The First Two Weeks - MOW #450

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For this show, we look at Bob Iger's first two weeks as CEO of The Walt Disney Company, from Sunday, November 20, 2022, to Saturday, December 3, 2022....

Even More Bad Behavior on Disney Property - MOW #449

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For this show, we present even more examples of bad behavior on Disney property. We have Mr. Baica No Bother, The Animal Kingdom Asia Slapdown, The Ph...

Bob Iger Re-Takes Control of Disney - MOW #448

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the big news that hit during Thanksgiving Week 2022: Bob Chapek was removed as CEO, and Bob Iger retook control of the Walt Disney Company ...

A Very Special Interview - MOWSE #07

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this special edition of the Magic Our Way podcast. In preparation for our thoughts on MOW #448 where we discuss Chapek's removal and Iger's...

When Iger Stepped Down & Chapek Took Over - MOWSE #06

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this special edition of the Magic Our Way podcast. In preparation for our thoughts on MOW #448 where we discuss Chapek's removal and Iger's...

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever - MOW #447

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the latest movie of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. The first half is the non-spoiler discussion and the ...

Kevin's Jaunt to WDW - MOW #446

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss Kevin's recent jaunt to Walt Disney World over Halloween weekend. Plus, we have some announcements, and we honor Alice Davis. What do you t...

What We Wish Disney Would Bring Back - MOW #445

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss things we wish The Walt Disney Company would bring back. It's a Magical a-Musings show! What do you wish Disney would bring back? Let us kn...

Ray Bradbury & Disneyland's Halloween Tree - MOW #444

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss Ray Bradbury's relationship with Walt Disney and Disneyland's Halloween Tree. It's our 2022 Halloween Show! Have you seen the Halloween Tre...

Disney Genie Changes & She-Hulk Finale - MOW #443

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the latest Disney price hikes and Marvel's She-Hulk season finale. Will you pay for Genie+ now? How did you feel about the She-Hulk finale?...

Things You Hate Doing After Returning From A Disney Trip - MOW #442

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the things we hate doing after we have returned from a Disney vacation. Plus, we discuss the recent menu changes at The Hollywood Brown Der...

Lee's VIP Tour - MOW #441

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lee discusses his experience with a Disney plaid during his VIP tour at Walt Disney World. Have you ever done one of these tours with the plaids? Thou...

For the Love of Figment - MOW #440

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have to love Figment to be considered a Disney fan? Why do people love Figment? We continue a discussion of a question posed by Lee in the Magi...

MORE WDW Trip Planning for a DL Veteran - MOW #439

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We continue to help a long-time MOWican and Disneyland veteran plan her family's trip to WDW. Listen to part 1 on show #437. What suggestions would yo...

D23 Expo 2002 Parks, Experiences, and Products - MOW #438

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss all stateside announcements revealed during the A Boundless Future: Disney Parks, Experiences and Products presentation at the D23 Expo 202...

WDW Trip Planning for a DL Veteran - MOW #437

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We help a long-time MOWican and Disneyland veteran plan her family's trip to WDW. What suggestions would you have made? Let us know at show@magicourwa...

Retheming Rock 'n' Roller Coaster - MOW #436

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Inspired by Disneyland Paris, we discuss our thoughts on retheming Rock 'n' Roller Coaster in Walt Disney World.  How would you retheme Walt Disney W...

Disneyland Paris: Downs on the Grounds – MOW #435

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Downs on the Grounds (Stephen and Sarah) discuss their trip to Disneyland Paris. Listen to what they ate, drank, and experienced. Have you ever visite...

Kevin's Trip: Disney Magic and the Bathroom Crisis – MOW #434

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin discusses some Disney magic that his family encountered and the crisis in the Seas with Nemo and Friends bathroom. This is Kevin's July 2022 Wal...

Kevin's Trip: Disney Dining and Typhoon Lagoon – MOW #433

10 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin discusses his first experiences at some new restaurants and his first experience at Typhoon Lagoon. This is Kevin's July 2022 Walt Disney World ...

Kevin's Trip: Cosmic Rewind and Disney Genie – MOW #432

03 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin discusses his first experience riding Cosmic Rewind and using the Disney Genie/Lightning Lane system. This is Kevin's July 2022 Walt Disney Worl...

Disney/Marvel Announcements From SDCC 2022– MOW #431

27 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss all the Disney/Marvel announcements that were made during the 2022 San Diego Comic-Con. What are your thoughts on Phase 5 and beyond? Let u...