Many people have bought into the rumor that WDW Today is ending after their 1000th episode. The truth is it's not a rumor but a fact. However, the members of WDW Today have not been honest about why they are ending the podcast. In fact each member has their own reason for ending the show. I know why.
Extensive research and hacking into each members personal computer has allowed me to bring you this ground breaking information.
Len Testa: Len Testa is returning to his home planet where he is accepting a position with the Intergalactic Federation. His primary job will be the spreading tequila throughout the universe.
Matt Hochberg: Matt Hochberg will be focusing on his family. His goal is to have at least 15 children in an effort to score a reality TV show. It is unknown if his wife is on board with this plan or not. If his wife decides against this plan Matt will just clone himself 14 times.
Mike Scopa: Mike will be going back to crime fighting. Instead of a cop he is going to become a vigilante super hero. He will punish criminals by making them run until they pass out. Then he will place them at Gospel Brunch in Disney World to teach them some morals.
Mike Newell: Mike Newell is going back to the drawing board and will be working to make Mouse World Radio more addictive before the feds catch on and outlaw it. If they catch on he already has his house wired to explode but not until he and Mary escape in his home made hot air balloon.
Annette Owens: Annette will be organizing her army and taking over a yet to be named third world country in South America. Once she takes it over she will install herself as a ruthless dictator who makes everyone wear high heels.
Fred Hazelton: Fred will pursue his life long goal of escaping Canada.
Deb Wills: Deb will be returning to her previous life (see How Does Deb Wills Do It).
A.J. From the Food Blog: AJ is planing on eating around the world. This will most likely prove fatal as we have seen from Sip Snack and Sic.
Henry Work: As many people know Henry got a job at Disney. What he doesn't know is that they are going to scan him, dispose of him, and create a new AI Animatronic. No one will be able to tell the difference because most people confuse Henry for an animatronic anyways.
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Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Sunday, December 4, 2011
500 Posts: How Did This Happen?!?
How does this happen? How does a blog this bad make it to 500 posts? I’m just stupefied. I can’t believe I came up with this much stuff.
In the last 100 posts I did an in depth overview of my most recent (and possibly last) Carnival cruise vacation. I explained the connection between the Beatles and Disney World. I teased Len Testa and Lou Mongello again (like that shocked anyone). I caught Len Testa in his natural environment. I started Park Wrecks. I explained the connection between Disney World and resignation of Richard Nixion. I posted a bunch of videos photos. I also added some new dining reviews.
If you want me to stop too bad :P. I've already had people complain. I've also had people leave complaints about me emailing WDW Today too much. I just want to clear something up. I've only submitted one email in the last three months to WDW Today. The problem is they are so backed up they are just catching up to emails I sent a year ago.
Ok so here they are - they last 100 posts:
If you want me to stop too bad :P. I've already had people complain. I've also had people leave complaints about me emailing WDW Today too much. I just want to clear something up. I've only submitted one email in the last three months to WDW Today. The problem is they are so backed up they are just catching up to emails I sent a year ago.
Ok so here they are - they last 100 posts:
Post #401
CMDTA on Vacation – Carnival VIP Check In
An overview of the VIP check in process on most Carnival ships
Post #402
CMDTA on Vacation – Carnival Miracle
My deck by deck overview of the Carnival Spirit
Post #403
Epic Mickey – Epic Fail
My review of the most disappointing game in recent history
Post #404
CMDTA on Vacation - Carnival Spirit Class Vista Suites
An overview of the Vista Suites on Carnival’s Spirit class ship.
Post #405
The Beatles and Disney World
I explain why the Beatles and Disney World will always be connected.
Post #406
CMDTA on Vacation – Carnival: The Food
An overview of the food on a Carnival Cruise.
Post #407
Photo of the Week – Universe of Energy
A nice photo of the Universe of Energy sign.
Post #408
Outsourcing – Disney’s Dark Side
A serious article about Disney’s biggest mistake.
Post #409
CMDTA on Vacation – Nick and Nora’s Steakhouse
An overview of the steakhouse on the Carnival Miracle.
Post #410
Disney Year in Review
My overview of 2010 Disney news.
Post #411
CMDTA on Vacation – St. Maarten – St. MartinAn overview of St. Maarten for poor people.
Post #412
CMDTA’s 1st Annual Disney Podcast Awards
The most ridiculous awards in the last two weeks!
Post #413
New Video Posted
I finally get around to uploading a new video to YouTube. This is my first HD YouTube video. It’s a nice overview of the White Mountains in the fall.
Post #414
CMDTA on Vacation: St. Kitts
I give an overview of the St. Kitts port area. Beware the monkey people.
Post #415
CMDTA on Vacation: St. Lucia
An overview of the port area in St. Lucia.
Post #416
Photo of the Week: Walkway to the Magic Kingdom
A nice photo of the Monorail passing overhead.
Post #417
What Would You Do?
When booking early backfires.
Post #418
Photo of the Week – Epcot at Night
A cool photo of Spaceship Earth at night.
Post #419
CMDTA on Vacation – Carnival’s Entertainment
My overview of the entertainment Carnival provides on their cruises.
Post #420
CMDTA on Vacation – Carnival – To Do or Not to Do?
I finally answer the biggest question about Carnival.
Post #421
Mickey’s Toontown Fair is Officially Gone
I saw goodbye to toontown and explain why people get upset about ride closures.
Post #422
New Video Posted – Carnival Vista Suite Overview
An in-depth video of a Carnival Vista Suite.
Post #423
Snow White Bites the Apple
My overview of Snow White closing.
Post #424
New Video Posted – Sunset Over Ft. Lauderdale
A stylized video of a sunset over Fr. Lauderdale.
Post #425
Photo of the Week – Old School Flower and Garden Festival.
A photo taken at the Flower and Garden Festival in the late 90’s
Post #426
Why Can’t You Swim in the Lakes?
I explain why Disney doesn’t want you swimming in the lakes in this post.
Post #427
Mickey Arrested After Shocking Find in Demolished House
A fake news story about a discovery in the remains of Mickey's demolished house in Toontown Fair
Post #428
Renewing Your Passport Just Got a Tiny Bit Easier
I review a photo service I used when I renewed my passport.
Post #429
Photo of the Week - Old School Castle
A photo of Cinderella's Castle from the 1980's.
Post #430
Disney Announces First Ever Bad Bus Driver Challenge
A fake news story about bad bus drivers.
Post #431
Photo of the Week: Mini and Mickey
A photo from the Flower and Garden Festival
Post #432
Lumberjacks Protest New Le Cellier Dinner Menu
A fake news story about a bunch of smelly lumberjacks holding a protest in the Canada Pavilion
Post #433
Disney's First Online ADR System
I do an overview of the Disney first public ADR system.
Post #434
Photo of the Week - Funny Sign In Norway
A very ironic sign located in the Norway Pavilion
Post #435
Walt Disney and Salvador Dali: Oddest Couple Ever?
I do a review of Destino.
Post #436
Movies You Didn't See: The Sorcerer's Apprentice
My review of the Sorcerer's Apprentice.
Post #437
Song of the South Review
I review Song of the South on DVD
Post #438
Disney Announces New Theme Parks
A fake news story about Disney announcing some new theme park locations
Post #439
Movies You Didn't See: Secretariat
My review of Secretariat
Post #440
There's No Booze at Disneyland...Oh Wait Yes There Is...
I explain where you can get booze in Disneyland in this post.
Post #441
CMDTA's Cruise Tips
Some funny and fun cruise tips.
Post #442
Brazil Coming to World Showcase?
I explain why you shouldn't get excited about World Showcase rumors.
Post #443
Movies You Didn't See - Prince of Persia
My review of an awful movie.
Post #444
Disney Announces New "Gold Rooms" At the Grand Floridian
A fake news story about new rooms int he Grand Floridian
Post #445
Photo of the Week - Tower of Terror
A photo of the Tower of Terror in the morning.
Post #446
The Most Famous Line Ever Uttered at Disney World
Who said what?
Post #447
Upcoming Disney Reviews
A list of reviews that will start in October
Post #448
Disney Announces Seal Team Six Video Game
A fake news story about what Disney is going to do with the Seal Team Six name
Post #449
Photo of the Week - CMDTA on Vacation - Sunset at Sea
A nice photo of a sunset at sea
Post #450
Disney to Dam Up Rivers of America
A fake news story about damming up the Rivers of America
Post #451
Photo of the Week - Original Magic Kingdom Entrance
A photo of the Magic Kingdom entrance before the crowds ruined it.
Post #452
Vegas Releases Odds For Next Unofficial Guide Cover
A fake news story making fun of the cover of the Unofficial Guide.
Post #453
Ticket Price Increases - The Lazy Way of Generating Income
I explain how Disney could make a lot more by not raising ticket prices.
Post #454
Movie Review: Waking Sleeping Beauty
My overview of a very good Disney Documentary.
Post #455
Photo of the Week: Gone But Not Forgotten
A nice photo of the old Droid Room in the original Star Tours.
Post #456
Disney to Add Surcharge for "Husky" People
A fake news story about Disney's greed.
Post #457
Photo of the Week - The Poly
A nice photo from the Poly.
Post #458
CMDTA's Travel Tidbits: The Isles of the Shoals
A review of a tourist spot in Portsmouth, NH
Post #459
Disney Announces Brazilian Tour Group Day
A fake news story about an annoying issue.
Post #460
Photo of the Week - The Contemporary?!?
A surprising view from the Contemporary.
Post #461
Photo of the Week: The Contemporary Magic Kingdom View
The view you get of the Magic Kingdom from the Contemporary.
Post #462
If You Can't Afford to See the Help
A challenge. Can you beat this challenge (you won't want to)?
Post #463
CMDTA's Guide to Disney Dining
A centralized list of Disney Dining reviews.
Post #464
Where are the Discounts?
An explanation as to why we don't see many discounts being offered.
Post #465
Disney On A Dime - Where to Stay
A review of one of the best values in Disney World.
Post #466
Review: The Dark Side of Disney
I do a review of the Disney travel book for people who don't like Disney.
Post #467
The Annual CMDTA Disney Podcast Awards
I do my annual podcast awards.
Post #468
Donald Duck Involved in Terrible Misunderstanding
A fake news story about Donald Duck and an "incident" at Conservation Station
Post #469
CMDTA Travel Tidbits: Vintange and Vine
An overview of an amazing event that takes place in Portsmouth NH
Post #470
Avatar Is Coming to the Animal Kingdom
An actual news story.
Post #471
Why Disney Needs Avatar
I explain why Disney hooked up with James Cameron
Post #472
Forty Years of Magic
My comments on the Magic Kingdom turning forty
Post #473
CMDTA Travel Tidbits - Champney Falls
An overview of a great waterfall.
Post #474
CMDTA's Photo Tips for the Average Joe: How Your Flash Works
An overview of most built in flashes and how they work
Post #475
CMDTA's Travel Tidbits - The Sandwich Fair
An overview of a country fair. Includes pictures and a video.
Post #476
What To Do Three Days Before You Travel
Some good tips to follow when getting ready for a trip.
Post #477
Photo of the Week - Bay Lake at Sunset
An HDR photo of a sunset on Bay Lake.
Post #478
Len Testa is Real
A fake nature story about an elusive animal.
Post #479
Dining Review: The Brown Derby for Dinner (Worst Dining Experience to Date)
A shockingly bad experience at the Brown Derby.
Post #480
New Video Posted: Moroccan Belly Dancer
A decent video of the belly dancer in Morocco.
Post #481
New Video: Mariachi Cobre Part One
A nice video of the Mariachi band in Mexico.
Post #482
Photo of the Week - The Haunted Mansion at Night
A cool photo of the Haunted Mansion.
Post #483
Review of the Polynesian
An review of the Poly complete with photos and a video.
Post #484
October Snowfall Predicted 13 Months in Advance
A very freaky but true overview of my weather predictions.
Post #485
New Video Posted: Citizens of Hollywood - Chef Pulls Table Cloths
A decent video of a performance by the Citizens of Hollywood
Post #486
New Video Posted: Fountain of Nations at Night
A nice video of the Fountain of Nations.
Post #487
Photo of the Week: Big Thunder Mountain
A nice black and white photo of Big Thunder Mountain.
Post #488
New Video Posted: Glass Working at the Mexico Pavilion
A cool video of someone making a glass rose in the Mexico Pavilion.
Post #489
Dining Review: LIberty Tree Tavern
A review of the lunch offered at the Liberty Tree Tavern.
Post #490
New Video Posted: Illuminations Globe Up Close
A cool video of how the Illuminations globe makes it into the lake.
Post #491
Review of Star Tours the Adventure Continues
My thoughts on the new Star Tours.
Post #492
Dining Review: Biergarten
A detailed review of Biergarten with multiple pictures and two videos.
Post #493
New Video Posted - The Seas Lockout Tank
A cool video of from the Seas Pavilion.
Post #494
Dining Review: Yak and Yeti
I hit Yak and Yeti again. Will it be as bad as last time?
Post #495
New Video: The Ziti Sisters in 1080p
A funny video of the Ziti Sisters.
Post #496
Video Posted: Broke Splash Mountain in 1080p HD
A HD video of Splash Mountain in a sorry state.
Post #497
Introducing - Park Wrecks!
A funny new website dedicated to the worst dressed people in Disney World.
Post #498
Photo of the Week: The Haunted Mansion
A nice black and white photo of the Haunted Mansion.
Post #499
Photo of the Week: Big Thunder Mountain Sepia
A nice shot of Big Thunder Mountain in a sepia tone.
Post #427
Mickey Arrested After Shocking Find in Demolished House
A fake news story about a discovery in the remains of Mickey's demolished house in Toontown Fair
Post #428
Renewing Your Passport Just Got a Tiny Bit Easier
I review a photo service I used when I renewed my passport.
Post #429
Photo of the Week - Old School Castle
A photo of Cinderella's Castle from the 1980's.
Post #430
Disney Announces First Ever Bad Bus Driver Challenge
A fake news story about bad bus drivers.
Post #431
Photo of the Week: Mini and Mickey
A photo from the Flower and Garden Festival
Post #432
Lumberjacks Protest New Le Cellier Dinner Menu
A fake news story about a bunch of smelly lumberjacks holding a protest in the Canada Pavilion
Post #433
Disney's First Online ADR System
I do an overview of the Disney first public ADR system.
Post #434
Photo of the Week - Funny Sign In Norway
A very ironic sign located in the Norway Pavilion
Post #435
Walt Disney and Salvador Dali: Oddest Couple Ever?
I do a review of Destino.
Post #436
Movies You Didn't See: The Sorcerer's Apprentice
My review of the Sorcerer's Apprentice.
Post #437
Song of the South Review
I review Song of the South on DVD
Post #438
Disney Announces New Theme Parks
A fake news story about Disney announcing some new theme park locations
Post #439
Movies You Didn't See: Secretariat
My review of Secretariat
Post #440
There's No Booze at Disneyland...Oh Wait Yes There Is...
I explain where you can get booze in Disneyland in this post.
Post #441
CMDTA's Cruise Tips
Some funny and fun cruise tips.
Post #442
Brazil Coming to World Showcase?
I explain why you shouldn't get excited about World Showcase rumors.
Post #443
Movies You Didn't See - Prince of Persia
My review of an awful movie.
Post #444
Disney Announces New "Gold Rooms" At the Grand Floridian
A fake news story about new rooms int he Grand Floridian
Post #445
Photo of the Week - Tower of Terror
A photo of the Tower of Terror in the morning.
Post #446
The Most Famous Line Ever Uttered at Disney World
Who said what?
Post #447
Upcoming Disney Reviews
A list of reviews that will start in October
Post #448
Disney Announces Seal Team Six Video Game
A fake news story about what Disney is going to do with the Seal Team Six name
Post #449
Photo of the Week - CMDTA on Vacation - Sunset at Sea
A nice photo of a sunset at sea
Post #450
Disney to Dam Up Rivers of America
A fake news story about damming up the Rivers of America
Post #451
Photo of the Week - Original Magic Kingdom Entrance
A photo of the Magic Kingdom entrance before the crowds ruined it.
Post #452
Vegas Releases Odds For Next Unofficial Guide Cover
A fake news story making fun of the cover of the Unofficial Guide.
Post #453
Ticket Price Increases - The Lazy Way of Generating Income
I explain how Disney could make a lot more by not raising ticket prices.
Post #454
Movie Review: Waking Sleeping Beauty
My overview of a very good Disney Documentary.
Post #455
Photo of the Week: Gone But Not Forgotten
A nice photo of the old Droid Room in the original Star Tours.
Post #456
Disney to Add Surcharge for "Husky" People
A fake news story about Disney's greed.
Post #457
Photo of the Week - The Poly
A nice photo from the Poly.
Post #458
CMDTA's Travel Tidbits: The Isles of the Shoals
A review of a tourist spot in Portsmouth, NH
Post #459
Disney Announces Brazilian Tour Group Day
A fake news story about an annoying issue.
Post #460
Photo of the Week - The Contemporary?!?
A surprising view from the Contemporary.
Post #461
Photo of the Week: The Contemporary Magic Kingdom View
The view you get of the Magic Kingdom from the Contemporary.
Post #462
If You Can't Afford to See the Help
A challenge. Can you beat this challenge (you won't want to)?
Post #463
CMDTA's Guide to Disney Dining
A centralized list of Disney Dining reviews.
Post #464
Where are the Discounts?
An explanation as to why we don't see many discounts being offered.
Post #465
Disney On A Dime - Where to Stay
A review of one of the best values in Disney World.
Post #466
Review: The Dark Side of Disney
I do a review of the Disney travel book for people who don't like Disney.
Post #467
The Annual CMDTA Disney Podcast Awards
I do my annual podcast awards.
Post #468
Donald Duck Involved in Terrible Misunderstanding
A fake news story about Donald Duck and an "incident" at Conservation Station
Post #469
CMDTA Travel Tidbits: Vintange and Vine
An overview of an amazing event that takes place in Portsmouth NH
Post #470
Avatar Is Coming to the Animal Kingdom
An actual news story.
Post #471
Why Disney Needs Avatar
I explain why Disney hooked up with James Cameron
Post #472
Forty Years of Magic
My comments on the Magic Kingdom turning forty
Post #473
CMDTA Travel Tidbits - Champney Falls
An overview of a great waterfall.
Post #474
CMDTA's Photo Tips for the Average Joe: How Your Flash Works
An overview of most built in flashes and how they work
Post #475
CMDTA's Travel Tidbits - The Sandwich Fair
An overview of a country fair. Includes pictures and a video.
Post #476
What To Do Three Days Before You Travel
Some good tips to follow when getting ready for a trip.
Post #477
Photo of the Week - Bay Lake at Sunset
An HDR photo of a sunset on Bay Lake.
Post #478
Len Testa is Real
A fake nature story about an elusive animal.
Post #479
Dining Review: The Brown Derby for Dinner (Worst Dining Experience to Date)
A shockingly bad experience at the Brown Derby.
Post #480
New Video Posted: Moroccan Belly Dancer
A decent video of the belly dancer in Morocco.
Post #481
New Video: Mariachi Cobre Part One
A nice video of the Mariachi band in Mexico.
Post #482
Photo of the Week - The Haunted Mansion at Night
A cool photo of the Haunted Mansion.
Post #483
Review of the Polynesian
An review of the Poly complete with photos and a video.
Post #484
October Snowfall Predicted 13 Months in Advance
A very freaky but true overview of my weather predictions.
Post #485
New Video Posted: Citizens of Hollywood - Chef Pulls Table Cloths
A decent video of a performance by the Citizens of Hollywood
Post #486
New Video Posted: Fountain of Nations at Night
A nice video of the Fountain of Nations.
Post #487
Photo of the Week: Big Thunder Mountain
A nice black and white photo of Big Thunder Mountain.
Post #488
New Video Posted: Glass Working at the Mexico Pavilion
A cool video of someone making a glass rose in the Mexico Pavilion.
Post #489
Dining Review: LIberty Tree Tavern
A review of the lunch offered at the Liberty Tree Tavern.
Post #490
New Video Posted: Illuminations Globe Up Close
A cool video of how the Illuminations globe makes it into the lake.
Post #491
Review of Star Tours the Adventure Continues
My thoughts on the new Star Tours.
Post #492
Dining Review: Biergarten
A detailed review of Biergarten with multiple pictures and two videos.
Post #493
New Video Posted - The Seas Lockout Tank
A cool video of from the Seas Pavilion.
Post #494
Dining Review: Yak and Yeti
I hit Yak and Yeti again. Will it be as bad as last time?
Post #495
New Video: The Ziti Sisters in 1080p
A funny video of the Ziti Sisters.
Post #496
Video Posted: Broke Splash Mountain in 1080p HD
A HD video of Splash Mountain in a sorry state.
Post #497
Introducing - Park Wrecks!
A funny new website dedicated to the worst dressed people in Disney World.
Post #498
Photo of the Week: The Haunted Mansion
A nice black and white photo of the Haunted Mansion.
Post #499
Photo of the Week: Big Thunder Mountain Sepia
A nice shot of Big Thunder Mountain in a sepia tone.
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
The Annual CMDTA Disney Podcast Awards
Every year or when I get around to it I do my annual Disney podcast awards. Like my blog my awards tend to be...different.
Here are this years awards:
Best Disney Podcast for People Who Don't Like Disney - Netcot
Netcot was a shoe in for this award. There hasn't been a Netcot episode since November so therefore anyone who doesn't like Disney would love it.
Best weekly news report in a Disney Podcast - Inside the Magic
Ricky does a consistently good job each and every week of nailing the all the Disney news. Others try to do the news but no one does it quite as well.
Least Critical Podcast - WDW Radio Show
On the WDW Radio Show the sun is always out, the food is never crappy or overpriced.
Most Critical Disney Podcast - The DIS Unplugged
This isn't a bad thing. This is honest criticism that most people would understand. When Pete goes on a rant it's normally for a very good reason.
Nerdiest Disney Podcast - Betamouse
This one isn't even close. Betamouse is for Nerds and by nerds. They cover the stuff you won't hear anywhere else.
Deekiest Podcast - WDWNT Podcast
No one goes into greater detail on more obscure Disney history than this podcast. This podcast is do deeky that even some deeks think it's too deeky.
The Disney Podcast for Beginners - WDW Today
You ask they answer...no matter how many times they have already answered the same question. No one is more welcoming that the crazy odd couple like cast at WDW Today.
Disney Podcast Most Likely to Predict the Disney Future - Magical Definations
Jim Hill has connections and he's not afraid to use them to leak all sorts or crazy info of give you the back story to what is going on.
Here are this years awards:
Best Disney Podcast for People Who Don't Like Disney - Netcot
Netcot was a shoe in for this award. There hasn't been a Netcot episode since November so therefore anyone who doesn't like Disney would love it.
Best weekly news report in a Disney Podcast - Inside the Magic
Ricky does a consistently good job each and every week of nailing the all the Disney news. Others try to do the news but no one does it quite as well.
Least Critical Podcast - WDW Radio Show
On the WDW Radio Show the sun is always out, the food is never crappy or overpriced.
Most Critical Disney Podcast - The DIS Unplugged
This isn't a bad thing. This is honest criticism that most people would understand. When Pete goes on a rant it's normally for a very good reason.
Nerdiest Disney Podcast - Betamouse
This one isn't even close. Betamouse is for Nerds and by nerds. They cover the stuff you won't hear anywhere else.
Deekiest Podcast - WDWNT Podcast
No one goes into greater detail on more obscure Disney history than this podcast. This podcast is do deeky that even some deeks think it's too deeky.
The Disney Podcast for Beginners - WDW Today
You ask they answer...no matter how many times they have already answered the same question. No one is more welcoming that the crazy odd couple like cast at WDW Today.
Disney Podcast Most Likely to Predict the Disney Future - Magical Definations
Jim Hill has connections and he's not afraid to use them to leak all sorts or crazy info of give you the back story to what is going on.
Thursday, January 13, 2011
CMDTA’s 1st Annual Disney Podcast Awards
I know there are some legitimate podcast awards out there. Those are no fun. I’m doing podcast awards my way. You won’t find your normal categories on this list. In fact no one else does a Disney Podcast Award (I think).
The “I thought they died” Award:
This one was tough. Annette Owens took a big break from WDW Today. Most years she’d walk away with this award except Van from Netcot only put out a couple episodes this year. Congrats Van! I thought you were dead!
Best Rant
In this category Pete Werner from the DIS Unplugged is nominated…about 15 times. So it’s Pete vs. Himself! I guess that takes the suspense out of who wins but not for what! Pete wins for his rant on the “Sick Show.” He was the only person on that episode and he still took the time to do a rant! Now there is an example of going above and beyond.
Goofiest Guest
In terms of Disney – It’s good to be Goofy! Out of all the countless guests, who was the goofiest? The award goes to Tim “Bananas” Foster on the WDW Radio show. What can you say? The guy sounds like a dufus and he is a major deek. Of course I mean that in a good way.
Award for the Podcast with the Most inside Jokes
The winner by a massive margin is WDW Today! When you have to check the wiki at least once in every podcast you know there are a lot of inside jokes. Arrrgh MONGELLO!!!
Best New Personality Not on Their Own Show or Own Segment for that Matter
Congrats Princess Lisa! It’s good to know someone is keeping Skipper Ben in line.
Award for the Most Insane Episode
You’d think WDW Today would win this one. You would be wrong. This goes to Inside the Magic for its year end review. It clocked in at over five hours. FIVE HOURS! Some people don’t sleep that long at night.
Podcaster Most Likely to be Caught Picking His Nose on a Ride
The first name that comes to mind is Lou Mongello. However, Lou loves to eat and that’s just gross so this award goes to Len Testa! Congrats Len!
Most Addicted Podcaster
Ricky Brigante for his Haunted Mansion addiction! Don’t be surprised if he dies on this attraction while trying to set the consecutive ride record.
The Odd Couple Award
Who doesn’t love an odd combo? Even the Disney Podcast Community has one. Congrats Jim Hill and Nathan Rose from the Magical Definitions Podcast!
Most Likely to Die a Death Somehow Related to Van Halen While in a Disney Park
Do I even have to say this one? Congrats Len Testa!
Most Likely to be Mistaken for the Yeti
Congrats Mike Scoppa! Most people don’t know this but if you shave the Yeti you find he’s Mike Scoppa’s long lost brother.
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
WDW Today – Answers Them All Most of the Time
I’ve emailed into a number of Disney Podcasts. I’ve gotten responses back from most of them and emails read on three of them. Most go through a major screening process and only select a few emails. WDW Today is different.
WDW Today will answer almost any email that is not offensive. Then again if it’s only mildly offensive they’ll probably answer that too.
Don’t believe me? Here are my emails:
Written – September 10th 2008
Subject – When to Go Question
Notes – My first ever email
Status - Answered
I’ve always visited Disney World in December because the crowds are so small. My wife and I are not fans of the holidays so it’s almost a detraction when we go in December. Is there a time of year we can go, see crowd levels similar to December, and not run into the heat and ride closures of September?
We live in NH so 50 or higher is considered a heat wave. 90 or higher is cruel and unusual punishment.
Also, whatever time you recommend would it be beneficial to buy an annual pass if we are staying for 8 to 10 days? Would the discounts at the resorts be worth it?
I’m asking because the I couldn’t find a direct answer in the Unofficial Guide *ding* or Touringplans.com *ding* (I’m not complaining I love both of them).
Thanks for your help!
Written – September 22nd 2008
Subject – Places to Sleep
Notes – I almost made Scopa sick with this one.
Status – Answered
I enjoyed the podcast on places to sleep in the parks but I couldn’t help but start thinking of the most dangerous places to sleep. You guys should really do that as a show. I thought of the most dangerous one.
Wonders of Flight (that’s the name of the bird show in Animal Kingdom right?). Why? Just imagine falling asleep with your head cocked back and your mouth open. Roller coasters might give you whiplash, you might slump over and drool on another person during one of the shows, but only at Wonders of Flight could you end up with poo in your mouth.
Written – January 16th, 2009
Subject – It’s Not Wheat it’s More a Canary…
Notes – Nothing like an email about peeing – First mention of my blog.
Status – Answered
I couldn’t help but cringe when I heard Len’s experience in the marathon. I’ve suffered on both ends of the dehydration experience. I’ve learned some valuable lessons:
It’s not a good idea to hike a mountain in 85 degree heat, eat an entire bag of beef jerky on the summit and then run out of water a mile later when you have another six to go.
They say to look for wheat colored pee? What if it’s orange and you have cotton mouth? Does that count?
I’ve also learned that drinking too much is dangerous. I was climbing the Huntington Ravine trail on
I know TMI J Keep up the good work guys!
Written – February 2nd 2009
Subject – Reviews
Notes – First use of my standard signature
Status – Answered
I agree with most of the points you guys made in your most recent podcast. My wife and I got the dining deluxe plan and hit ton of places. I then went and reviewed most of the places on my blog. Here is what I found:
Poor (overall)
Yak(yack) and Yeti
Artist Point
Citricos
Average
Prime Time Café
The Wave
The Restaurant in
The Restaurant in
Recommended
The
Narcoossees
Chefs de France
Hoop De Doo Review
Café Kona
The sad part is most of the ones that fell into Average would have been recommended if you didn’t need a second mortgage to dine at them. That’s amazing considering all of them are only one credit on the dining plan. If I didn’t have the dining plan I wouldn’t eat there again. What’s really sad is that two of the three in that I gave awful reviews to are Signature dining experiences that cost one first born child or two credits on the dining plan. Take price out of the equation and Artist Point and Citricos barley hit average. There is just no hope for YACK and Yeti.
The Unofficial Guide is mostly accurate. I think the only place where I disagree is with Yak and Yeti and Citricos.
Thanks!
Written – February 10th 2009
Subject – Tee Shirt Ideas
Notes – Oldest unanswered email
Status – Never going to be answered
Did you guys ever think about selling tee shirts for charity that say “I listened to 500 podcasts and all I got was this tee shirt?” I know I’d buy one.
You could also do catch phrases with the WDW Today logo on them.
Another idea is selling eating and drinking around the world shirts.
How about “I survived the, “Len Testa Tequila is now being served in
Ok I’m done.
Written – February 13th 2009
Subject – Failed!
Notes – I struck a nerve with Scopa on this one.
Status – Answered
Here is a failed attraction for you – that awful roller coaster in
- It’s ugly
- The queue stinks
- The ride vehicle is AWFUL
- They try to cram four people in one car
- My wife cracked her ribs on it and complained for a month afterwards
- It loads about eight people an hour
Here is another one – everyone will hate me for this: Winnie the Pooh!
You don’t replace a classic with an attraction that at best breaks even. Pooh isn’t bad but I was very disappointed by it. The entire time I was on it I kept thinking “they got rid of Mr. Toad for this?”
Written – March 30th 2009
Subject –Live Show
Notes – Answered within days. Maybe fastest response ever!
Status – Answered
Is there a way to send out an email reminder to people to listen to the live show? I forgot to tune in again. Now I have to email my question and wait until Len can I claim Social Security benefits. I’d say Scopa but I heard the when you hit 150 the government cuts you off.
When Disney offers the free dining, are you stuck with that plan or will they allow you to apply the daily value towards Dining Deluxe or another larger plan?
Written – April 1st 2009
Subject –Epcot Resorts
Notes – One of the most useful answers I’ve received
Status – Answered
I need some help planning my next trip. My wife and I know we want to stay at an Epcot resort because we like the idea of being able to walk to Epcot and DHS.
Which resort should we do? Swan and Dolphin are out because we’ll probably be on the dining plan. Can you do some of the pros and cons of the remaining resorts?
Written – April 15th 2009
Subject –Need Hotel Help!
Notes – They left off the P.S. part
Status – Answered
When going to Disney I like to fly down the night before and stay one night a non-Disney hotel so I can get to the parks early but not pay through the nose by adding another night at Disney. Last time I stayed at the Hyatt in the airport. It was very nice but expensive.
I’m looking for the cheapest hotel that runs a shuttle to the airport. Any ideas on a good close motel / hotel?
I’m not concerned about getting to Disney the next morning. We use Happy Limo. They’ve always been great.
Thanks guys,
P.S. has Len ever been to NH? I figured Scopa told him about the liquor stores. I figured after hearing about those he jumped on the first plane.
Written – April 22nd 2009
Subject –Now I’m Scared
Notes – Answered in the normal part of the show.
Status – Answered
I think the cold in NH freezes people’s brains and affects them over the long run. When Scoppa gave his opinions on the Pooh ride it was like listening to myself, and that’s scares me.
Now for my actual comment – Newell needs to find a way to take back the “DING!” Hearing Scoppa’s “DING” is like getting hit with a sonic boom. After you automatically look around and make sure none of your windows shattered and then check your ears for blood.
Newell needs to upgrade. I’m thinking a gong should suffice. I bet the first time he sets that off, Scoppa falls out of his chair.
Just let me know first so I get some ear plugs.
Written – April 27th 2009
Subject –To Yak or not to Yak
Notes – Answered in the normal part of the show but was put up for last question a number of times. Spawned a number of further questions and blog posts.
Status – Answered
I went to Ya(c)k and Yeti on my last trip to the world. It was possibly the worst meal I had the entire trip. I ordered the duck. I was nasty. It was drier than beef jerky. Jerky has more flavor too. We got the seared pot stickers, or what every they are. They were gummy and nasty. It was so bad I don’t think I’d ever consider going back.
There is a certain guy who does another podcast, who loves to eat, and whose name can be used as a greeting or as a curse when you’re angry. That guy loves Yak and Yeti and even calls it the best restaurant inside a theme park. The Unofficial Guide gave it good reviews too.
Am I alone in my dislike of Yak and Yeti? Did I just go there on an off day?
Written – June 8th 2009
Subject –Matt Would Be Deported From
Notes – In response to the now infamous
Status – Answered
My wife isn’t a big Disney fan but I made her listen to episode 575 when you did your overview of the
My wife spent most of the time yelling at my iPod. She kept reminding Matt that IKEA is from
I’m amazed the cast members working the pavilion didn’t chase Matt out.
I also have to say, how could you watch that movie and not laugh yourself silly when they show
Written – June 30th 2009
Subject –Haircut
Notes – Took seven months to get answered
Status – Answered
How do you get your haircut at the Main Street Barber Shop in the
Written – June 30th 2009
Subject – People I Don’t Want to Meet
Notes – Answered before “Haircut” even though it was email after
Status – Answered
I’m sorry to ask this question of you guys but I don’t know who else I can ask.
I searched eBay the other day for Disney Pins. I came across bathroom pins. They are pins of the bathroom signs. WHO IS BUYING THESE!?!
Why!?!
Why do you want to collect pins that have the bathroom signs on them?
What kind of a vacation did you have where these cause nostalgia?
Again, sorry to ask but I couldn’t imagine the number of people who’d want these would be high enough to warrant producing them.
Maybe there is a poo around the world club that I don’t know about.
Written – July 14th 2009
Subject – Magical Depress
Notes – Took about six months to get an answer
Status – Answered
I just got done listening to the episode on the the Magical Express. Before our last trip my wife and I did a lot of research on it and were planing on using the service. We figured that from the time we got on the bus to the time we were checked in and ready to go to the parks would be about two and a half hours.
At the last minute we decided to scrap the Magical Express and go with Happy Limo. We beat the buses, got to Disney, and were checked in within an hour. That left us time to ride Soarin' via the standby line and get fast passes for Test Track before our ADR for lunch.
We were very happy we did that. We were waiting for Illuminations to start when someone noticed my Red Sox shirt. Turns out they were from Mass and had just arrived that morning like we did. They took the "Magical" Express. Combined with the lines at the airport, wait for the bus, being in the back of the bus and having about six familes get off ahead of them at their resort, it took them four hours from getting in line in the airport to getting checked in at their resort. They also complained that didn't realize how long it would take for their bags to arrive. All they had were winter clothes with them. Those are great for
I just wish they could have been around on the return trip to the Airport. My wife and I got upgraded at no charge to a limo. I couldn't help but think of how they were ending their vacation.
I figure you'll save between one and three hours, get better service, greatly reduce your stress, and have your bags when you need them if you avoid the Magical Depress.
Written – July 22nd 2009
Subject – Take Two
Notes – Most recently answered question
Status – Answered
I'll call into a live show and explain why my experience at Citricos was so horrifying and why
One thing I did want to bring out is why the Unofficial Guide, AllEars.net, and other resources are so valuable. Without them I'd never consider giving a restaurant a second chance. When the majority rave about a place and you have an awful experience, at least you know if you go back there is a good chance it will be better. The only reason I'd ever consider going back to Citricos is because of the various positive reviews.
That being said you have to keep buying the guides and checking the reviews. Things change. There was a day when Artist Point was one of the best restaurants in Disney World. There was also a day when Le Cellier was a cafeteria and served slop.
Written – August 3rd 2009
Subject – WDW Today Goes to
Notes – Never Answered
Status – Will never be read over the air…I think.
SEE BLOG POST OF THE SAME NAME
Written – August 14rd 2009
Subject – New Disney Promotion
Notes – None
Status – Pending
Disney is dumping the "What Will You Celebrate" promotion next year. They are replacing it with "Come Be Broke With Us!"
All the characters will be dressed like hobos and they will panhandle from the guests.
Written – September 8th 2009
Subject – Tipping
Notes – None
Status – Pending
There is one flaw in Matt's reasoning for tipping depending on service as far as housekeeping goes.
I attend a convention every year. We get the same reminders every year before we go. One of the big ones they make sure everyone is aware of is the need to leave a tip every day, not just on the last day of your visit. The reason is, if you stay three days you could have three different housekeepers. The assignments change on a daily basis depending on occupancy and state of the rooms.
The only exception is on a cruise. You get the same person everyday.
Written – November 13th 2009
Subject – Too Many To Choose
Notes – Put in the running for the last question twice
Status – Pending
I used a well known Disney travel agent for my trip in Feb / March 2010. I really not impressed and I'm regretting using them.
I know there are a ton of Disney travel agents and was hoping you could refer a few. I know MEI Mouse Fan Travel would be on your list but are there any others?
Written - December 2nd 2009?
Subject – I Missed the Live Show but I have a Doctors Note
Notes – Put in the running for last question twice.
Status – Pending
INFO NOT AVAILABLE
Written – December 23rd 2009
Subject – Bad Movies Never Die - They Go to
Notes – Put in the running for the last question but totally rejected by Newell
Status – Pending
When I sent my email "Matt Would Be Deported From Norway," I was just joking around. I'm surprised to find out how many listeners were put off by that episode. I really wonder if any of them have seen that movie. There are a few things you have to remember about the
1 - The cast members working there know the movie is awful so they try and compensate by turning the volume up to 11 (I bet Len got that joke). That movie is so loud I'm thinking about bringing earplugs next time.
AND
2 - Anyone who really wants to see that movie changes their mind about thirty seconds in and leave. The other people are there for laugh factor. The
Written – December 23rd 2009
Subject – Len Owes Me Lunch
Notes – This spawned a blog post – See Len Testa Hates Donald Duck. Hochberg also had perfect timing when reading this email. He really caught Len by the tail.
Status – Answered
When you responded to my email about my experience at Yak and Yeti (Yak Yack and Yeti) Len and Scopa had a field day when I said I ordered the duck. Len actually stated in disbelief "Who orders the duck?"
Well to be truthful it's all Len's fault! Len is the reason I ordered the duck. The Duck is recommended in the Unofficial Guide. If you don't believe me check either of the last two editions. My faith in the good book has been compromised!
Don't let Len try to claim that other people assist with the Unofficial Guide. We all know Len is responsible for every single word, drawing, map, photo, and reader comment in the good book.
Oh and just for the record - Yes Scopa I did get stuck with the "bill."
Written – December 29th 2009
Subject – If Mongello Can Do It So Can You
Notes – Put in the running for the final question once
Status – Pending
I was just wondering - you have a ton of stuff in your store but no page a day calendar. I think that would be a great addition. I'd buy one in a heart beat. It can't be too hard to do if Mongello does one every year.
Some of the stuff that could be in there:
Newell's Wiki Fun Facts
This Day in Scopa History
Len's Drink of the Week
Annette's Fabulous Tips
Matt's DHS Trivia
Strangest Listener Emails
Funniest Listener Emails
It Came From The Live Show
and others
Written – January 25th 2010
Subject – I Grew Up On Street Fighter – Scopa Grew Up On…
Notes – Put in the running for the final question once
Status – Pending
Back in the 80's I remember the
The one on Main Street USA had some amazing antique cartoon viewers and mechanical games. Anyone know what happened to these when the arcade was shut down?
I figured Scopa would remember these. It's not often he runs into something in Disney World older than he is.
Written – February 10th 2010
Subject – Party Pooper and I’m Not Talking About Annette
Notes – Put in the running for the final question once
Status – Pending
I recently found out that
Written – February 17th 2010
Subject – Male Pattern Blindness
Notes – None
Status – Pending
I know Streetmosphere Characters exist. I know photopass cast members exit. I know I never see either of them. On my last trip I didn't see a single Streetmosphere character and I only saw one photopass cast member near the castle. That's it just one on my entire trip.
Where do these people hide? Do they have some kind of dork radar that goes off when I get too close? Or is this a case of the Male Pattern Blindness that my wife often accuses me of? You know, the blindness that strikes when you look in the fridge or try to find anything your wife asked you to grab for her. The blindness where you can't see something right in front of you unless someone else points it out.
These do not include live show questions. If you want a question answered and need an answer soon, call the live shows.
Friday, February 12, 2010
Matt Hochberg - Better Than Zoloft
I've found a few things that always make me feel better if I get down on myself or think I have things bad. One of the major ones is going to anywhere that ends in MART. Wal-Mart, K-Mart, and so on. Spend ten minutes there and you will see someone who is 100 times more over weight then you'll ever be, 100 times uglier than you'll ever be, or 100 times worse off than you'll ever be.
Another sure fire way to cheer up is by going to Disney World. Yes that's a lame answer but it's true. I don't think I've ever met someone who went there on vacation that didn't smile when they entered one of the parks.
Today I got a self esteem booster. The WDW Today podcast. I've listened to this podcast for a long time but today I realized that Matt Hochberg is more of a dork than I am. At least when he was a kid he was.
I thought I was bad but I have to say my parents never bribed me with a trip to Disney World if I'd go to the prom. I have to say that was a big boost to myself esteem. I burst out laughing and not the good laugh but the bad "I'm laughing at you not with you" laugh.
I didn't go to the prom but it wasn't because I wasn't social. That just was not my thing. On the other side of the coin I think my parents might have considered bribing me to keep me in the house and out of trouble.
Another sure fire way to cheer up is by going to Disney World. Yes that's a lame answer but it's true. I don't think I've ever met someone who went there on vacation that didn't smile when they entered one of the parks.
Today I got a self esteem booster. The WDW Today podcast. I've listened to this podcast for a long time but today I realized that Matt Hochberg is more of a dork than I am. At least when he was a kid he was.
I thought I was bad but I have to say my parents never bribed me with a trip to Disney World if I'd go to the prom. I have to say that was a big boost to myself esteem. I burst out laughing and not the good laugh but the bad "I'm laughing at you not with you" laugh.
I didn't go to the prom but it wasn't because I wasn't social. That just was not my thing. On the other side of the coin I think my parents might have considered bribing me to keep me in the house and out of trouble.
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