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45 Minute Wait
by Andee Zomerman, Alfred Day
🏰 (Formerly Dueling Disney) Since 1989, Al and Andee have been discussing and debating Disney Parks, Disney Movies, Disney Music, Disney TV, Disney Cruises, Disney board games, and anything else Disney has to shape their lives. If you are a true DisNerd - we are your people.
Episodes
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160 Disrespectful Kids in Disney Parks
Hello! It's been another minute since we've recorded and we are happy to be here with you! In this episode, we discuss disrespectful kids in Disney Parks (Did you see the story of the 13-year-old hopping off Tiana's flume ride?). But - is being disrespectful part of being a kid? We admit some of...
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159 Are Disney Fans Getting Priced Out? D23 Ultimate Fan Event and Park Tickets
D23 Expo ticket details just dropped! We jump back into the podcast feed from hiatus to break it all down. From ticket pricing and Honda Center panels to hotels, crowd stress, and convention strategy, we talk through what attending D23 really looks like. Plus, we tackle a bigger question Disney...
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158 Curating the Magic: How do you display your Disney collectibles?
Do your Disney treasures bring you joy? This episode, we're chatting all about how fans display their Disney collectibles. We want to hear your ideas! How do you show off your favorite pieces of the magic at home? Maybe you've got a shelf that tells a story, a creative DIY setup, or a special…
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157 Could We/Would We Break Up with Disney?
It's been a tough few weeks for those who have chosen to make The Walt Disney Company part of their identity. Bob Iger's decision to kowtow to FCC chairman, Brendan Carr's, threats left Disney fans unglued. Luckily, Al is an expert in parasocial relationships - even when that relationship is with…
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156 Are You a Disney Adult?
In this episode, Al and Andee dive into AJ Wolfe's new book, a fascinating look at the Disney Adult subculture that some adore and others love to poke fun at. What drives this passion? How do Al and Andee define their own Disney love, and how do you define yours? Tune in for a fun, thoughtful...
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155 Disneyland's 70th: Was July 17 Really Worth it?
On July 17, 1955 Disneyland opened. We celebrated at the Park on Disneyland's actual 70th Anniversary. Was it worth it? Join us "in the queue" as we chat about what we liked, what we didn't, and whether we'd do it again. Plus, opinions on Walt Disney: A Magical Life, the new verse in It's A Small...
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154 We're Back with a New Name: 45 Minute Wait
Al and Andee are back in the podcasting space - refreshed and ready to share a new concept. Dueling Disney will now be 45 minute wait: Conversations in the Queue. Debates are always happening when we're together. Yet, we always come back to reminising about the days before cell phones and the…
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153 M-I-C, "C" ya real soon!
Hey Disney fans! Al and Andee are taking a short sabbatical. But don't worry—we'll be back in the spring with more magical Disney fun! ✨ Until then, stay warm, stay enchanted, and we'll see ya real soon! 💫🎢🏰 Make sure you're following so you don't miss our return! 🌸🎙️
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152 Disney 2025: Exciting Updates and Magical Adventures Ahead!
Join Al and Andee as they dive into all the magical announcements and exciting updates coming to Disney parks and entertainment in 2025! What are you most excited about? Let us know on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Join in deeper discussion with the rest of the Duelists at Dueling Disney...
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151 Stress-Free Entire-Family Vacations: Tips for Navigating the Happiest/Magical Places on Earth With A Large Group
Planning a vacation for the WHOLE family to the "Happiest Place on Earth"—or any big trip with a large group—can be exciting, but also stressful. In this episode, Emilie Mitchell, Violence Prevention and Education Program Coordinator at UC Berkeley, joins Al and Andee to share expert advice on…
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150 IN: Monsters, Inc. OUT: Muppets Courtyard
Al and Andee dive into the big news coming out of Disney's Hollywood Studios: the arrival of Monstropolis and the departure of Muppets Courtyard. What does this major shift mean for the future of this park? Will Monstropolis bring a fresh new vibe, or is the Muppets area a bigger loss than we...
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149 Magical Moments & Misadventures at Walt Disney World: Parties, Passage, and Advice for People of Size
In this episode, Al and Andee take you on a journey through their most recent trip to Walt Disney World! From the fun of Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party to the awe-inspiring performance of Drawn to Life, the late-night excitement of Moonlight Madness - they cover it all. Al also opens up...
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148 Disney Coast to Coast: The Ultimate Cross-Country Packing Guide!
Al and Andee help you plan the ultimate cross-country Disney trip with a comprehensive packing list. Whether you're headed to Disneyland on the West Coast or Walt Disney World on the East Coast, they've got you covered! From must-have items for each park to tips for staying comfortable and...
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147 Celebrating James Earl Jones. Plus, October Vacation Vibes and Disney Drama
In this episode, Al and Andee celebrate the remarkable legacy of James Earl Jones, reflecting on his profound impact on film and culture. They also dive into their upcoming vacation plans and share their thoughts on a recent New York Times article about Bob Chapek and Bob Iger. Tune in for a mix…
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146 🎙️ D23 The Ultimate Fan Event: What sucked, what didn't, and will we go again?
In this episode, Al and Andee dive into the highs and lows of the D23 Ultimate Fan Event. From the buzz of Honda Center nights to the excitement (and disappointments) on the show floor, the duo share their experiences with the panels, food, lounges, and shopping. Will they be eager to return next...
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145 Mastering the D23 Ultimate Fan Event
The D23 Ultimate Fan Event is happening August 9, 10, and 11, and Al and Andee have tips to help you navigate the event like a pro. In this episode, they share their expert advice on choosing the best panels, getting around, and choosing the top shopping opportunities. Whether you're a first-time...
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144 Is Disney's New Lightning Lane Multi Pass Better Than Genie+?
Disney is changing its FastPass system once again! On July 24, Genie+ will become Lightning Lane Multi Pass. Why the change? Is it just to confuse Disney fans? Al and Andee dive into the pros and cons of the new system and explore why this might be the right move for Disney. What do you think? Is...
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143 Disneyland Food and Cold Brew Crawl
🍽️✨ In this episode, Al and Andee dive into a unique Disneyland adventure centered entirely on food and drink! What happens when you explore the Parks, not for the rides or shows, but for the culinary delights? Join the duo as they recount their delicious journey, visiting iconic spots like Napa...
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142 The Musical Inspiration of The Sherman Brothers
In this episode, Al and Andee honor the legacy of the legendary Robert and Richard Sherman, after the recent passing of Richard. Join them as they revisit their favorite Disney songs created by the iconic Sherman Brothers, reminiscing about the magic and inspiration these timeless classics have...
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141 Best Disney Moms
Tune in to this Dueling Disney episode as Al and Andee discuss their favorite Disney moms! From the coolest to the most heroic, the most caring to the most embarrassing, they cover it all. Join them as they debate and celebrate the matriarchs of Disney! Let us know on YouTube, Facebook, or...
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140 Uncovering Disney's Hidden Gems on Disney+
Join Al and Andee as they dive into the magical world of Disney to uncover some hidden treasures that you might have missed! In this episode, they unearth the lesser-known gems on Disney+, those movies that didn't receive the spotlight but definitely deserve a place on your watch list. From...
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139 D23 Ticket Chaos and the Disney Bubble
Hold onto your Mickey ears, folks! In this episode of Dueling Disney, Al and Andee dive headfirst into the whirlwind of chaos surrounding ticket purchasing for the D23 Ultimate Fan Event. From website crashes to endless waiting queues, the journey to secure those coveted Expo tickets wasn't…
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138 "Unlocking the Magic:Dueling Disney's Guide to D23 - The Ultimate Disney Fan Event!"
Get ready for the ultimate Disney fan experience as Al and Andee dive into all things D23 Expo in this action-packed podcast episode! From ticket options to the jam-packed schedule of events, they break it all down to help you navigate this epic event. With information on Disney Park updates,...
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137 Is the Magic Key Really Worth It?
Should Al RENEW, UPGRADE, or SKIP the Disneyland Magic Key? Hey Duelists! The magical season is upon us, and Al is at a crossroads. With Disneyland just a mere 400 miles away, the burning question is: Should he renew his Magic Key, go for the upgrade, or ditch the idea altogether this year? Let's...
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136 Vintage Live Action on Disney+
Al has always been the king of live action Disney movies - he knows them all! Or so we thought. When Andee's co-worker mentioned the movie "The Boy Who Talked to Badgers" and neither Al nor Andee had heard of the made for TV film - they knew a podcast topic was born. What are some...
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135 Disneyland Forward Chat
Does Disneyland need to expand? DisneylandForward.com is a website geared to the Orange County communities to share what could be possible for theme park and area beautification. Will it mean more gentrification? Will it be better for the residents surrounding the Parks? Does Disneyland need to...
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134 Disney Parks with Health/Mobility Issues
Touring Disney Parks is a blast and even the most fit person will be tired after a full day. What about those with health or mobility issues? Can they have just as much fun? Andee took her parents to Walt Disney World over Christmas. Hear what we learned about slow going in the Parks as well as...
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133 Disney Holiday Gift List 2023
From all of us to all of you, a very merry Christmas. For on this bright and joyful night, we're glad to have you with us.* It's the holiday season and we have you and the Disney fans in your life covered. From the few dollar gifts to the many dollar presents, we hope you'll find what you're...
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132 Talking About Wish and the Latest at Disneyland
Al and Andee both visited Disneyland recently and share new openings and observations. Also, the two had very different opinions about the latest Disney release, Wish. Whom do you agree with? What did they miss? Let us know on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Join in deeper discussion with the…
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131 In Honor of The Marvels: Top 5 Female Protagonists
The Marvels is coming out this week and we have not been this excited to jump into the Marvel Universe since End Game. In honor of these Bada$$ women, we each pick 5 of our own top female protagonists from the Disney-owned kingdom. Did our favorites match yours? What did we miss? Let us know on...
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130 Happy 100th Anniversary, Disney!
Happy 100th Anniversary, Disney! On this episode, Al and Andee talk about the latest Disney Short, Once Upon a Studio and share each of their top 5 moments they think made the studio what it is today. Do you agree with their findings? Or did they miss something? Let us know on YouTube, Facebook…
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129 Lyric/Script Challenge
Every so often, Al likes to challenge Andee to a trivia game to make sure he's still the winner. Did it work this time? Listen in to find out! How many times did you yell at them because you knew the answer when they didn't? Let us know on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Join in deeper…
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128 Destination D23 Announcements Sept 2023
Destination D23 had the announcements and we're talking about them! No more Dinoland in DAK, Pirate Taverns, Avengers rides, and more. What do you think? Are you happy or sad by these changes? Let us know on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Join in deeper discussion with the rest of the Duelists…
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127 Cruise Comparisons, Rogers The Musical, Club 33, Magic Key Terrace
It's not unusual for Al and Andee to disagree about cruise lines, this time Andee talks about her recent trip on Holland America. How does Holland rate against Disney Cruise Line? And what personalities would do best on the cruise lines Al and Andee have sailed with? Andee also shares about her...
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126 First Time at Magic Kingdom: Top 5 Must Dos
It's the second of our First Timer series - what are the top 5 things we believe you MUST do when visiting Magic Kingdom for the first time. Again, Al and Andee agree…sometimes. What did we miss? What's your favorite recommendation for first timers? Let us know on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram....
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125 First Time at Disneyland: Our Top 5 Must-Dos
It's the first of our First Timer series - what are the top 5 things we believe you MUST do when visiting Disneyland for the first time? Al and Andee have completely different ideas. Whom do you agree with? Are attractions the things to hit? What about parades? And what is a can't miss food item....
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124 Happy Disney Songs
Sometimes you need a happy song to uplift your mood. Which song makes you whistle while you work? Al and Andee each come up with 5 songs which brighten their moods as soon as they hear them. What songs did we miss? Let us know on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Join in deeper discussion with the...
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123 Disney's Enchanted Extras: Fishing, Dolphins, African Trek, and More!
Where do you find that extra special experience at Disney Parks? Events and Enchanted Extras will provide the fun you're looking for. Al and Andee invite Andee's daughter, Emma, and her boyfriend, Fernando to talk about the extras they did recently and we all cover some we did over past trips. We...
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122 Can ChatGPT Plan Our Disney Vacation?
Artificial Intelligence is here to stay. While we are in the beginning stages of learning the ins and outs of ChatGPT, we thought we'd put the bot to the test and have it plan our Disney vacation. Did ChatGPT get it right? Let us know on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Join in deeper discussion...
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121 Disney Behind the Scenes Tours
Ok, Disney fans! How much Disney info are you willing to pay for? Will you spend money on a day of park admission PLUS the cost of a behind the scenes tour? Al and Andee talk about some of the more popular tours Disney offers: The Walt Disney Studio Tour Keys to the Kingdom Tour Walk in Walt's...
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120 Alleviating Aches and Pains During Long Disney Days
We're walking right down the middle of Main Street U.S.A.! And then power-trotting to the back of the park. And then standing in line for an hour. Repeat. OUCH! Our hips! Our knees! Our backs! The kids are melting down! Why did we pay so much for this vacation??? Lucky for us, tri-athlete…
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119 Can There Be Too Many Kids on a Disney Cruise?
Ok. It's Disney. A cruise for families. But can there be TOO many kids on a Disney Cruise? Andee just returned from her trip on the Disney Wonder. Hear what she has to say about an adult trip on the Disney Cruise Line and how the over-18 areas differed from past cruises. Also in this episode…
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118 Heritage Auctions Disney Items
Al and Andee talk about the Disney event held by Heritage Auctions. What would they buy if money wasn't an object? Why were they pulled towards these items? Watch Al make a bid for an item in real time! Do we have any Disney collectors here? Join the conversation with the rest of our community at...
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117 Disney Cruise Line - 25 years of Magic, Wonder, Dream, Fantasy, Wish, and Treasure
We've had conversations about the Disney Cruise Line vs. other cruise lines before, but this topic is all Disney. Andee sailed the Magic in its inaugural year and this Spring Break she and her husband will go on their 4th DCL trip sailing the Baja itinerary on the Wonder. Who remembers The Big…
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116 Tron Lightcycle Run at Walt Disney World. What's It Like?
Andee and Al welcome Andee's daughter, Annika, who has ridden the newly debuted attraction, Tron Lightcycle Run a few times. Hear what the ride vehicles are like, how Disney worked in the accessiblilty factor, and how to get those once in a lifetime photo shots! If you are planning a trip to WDW…
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115 Top 5 Disney Things We're Glad They've Added
In our last episode we shared Disney things we missed from our childhood. Now we share what we think are the greatest updates. Each of us shares our top 5 things. Did we miss one? Let us know on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Join in deeper discussion with the rest of the Duelists at Dueling...
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114 Top 5 Disney Things We Miss From Our Childhood
In our day, Disney did THIS, and we LIKED it! Sure, we have reached the middle aged viewpoint of "the way things used to be." Disney is known for changing, but there are still some memories of the past we hold dear. Listen to Al and Andee's top 5 things each misses about Disney from their...
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113 Disney Park Updates/ Storyliving By Disney, Cotino Observations
Happy New Year! (Calendar or Lunar - you pick.) Al and Andee are starting 2023 chatting about the new (positive) changes coming to the Disney Parks. Andee had a chance to visit the site of Cotino, the Storyliving By Disney future neighborhood in the Palm Springs, CA area. Hear the pros and cons...
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112 WDW Christmas Trip Recap and First Time Activities
Andee just got back from visiting the Mouse in Florida and has all the holiday things to share, as well as all of the activities she tried for the first time. Just like she and Al talk about, you can ALWAYS find something new to do on a Disney vacation. Highlights in this episode include: Al's…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
🏰 (Formerly Dueling Disney) Since 1989, Al and Andee have been discussing and debating Disney Parks, Disney Movies, Disney Music, Disney TV, Disney Cruises, Disney board games, and anything else Disney has to shape their lives. If you are a true DisNerd - we are your people.
HOSTED BY
Andee Zomerman, Alfred Day
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🏰 (Formerly Dueling Disney) Since 1989, Al and Andee have been discussing and debating Disney Parks, Disney Movies, Disney Music, Disney TV, Disney Cruises, Disney board games, and anything else Disney has to shape their lives. If you are a true DisNerd - we are your people.
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