Episodes
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Episode 61: Post Disney World Trip with Guest Tom Fox
On episode 61 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer welcome back guest Tom Fox to discuss his recent trip to Walt Disney World in Florida with his family. Each park is discussed in-depth, and Tom outlines his favorite attractions, dining experiences, and moments from the trip.…
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Episode 60: Top 5 Animation Moments
On episode 60 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer return for a discussion about their top 5 favorite animation moments from Disney films. The topic is in honor of Walt Disney himself claiming the dress transformation from Cinderella was his absolute favorite individual piece of...
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Episode 59: Pre Disney World Trip with Guest Tom Fox
On episode 59 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Spencer and Mark welcome back friend of the podcast Tom Fox to discuss his upcoming trip ro Walt Disney World in Florida. The trio discuss his expectations, hopes, and game plan for this once in a lifetime trip. Recorded June 3, 2021 Intro Music -...
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Episode 58: Top 5 Disneyland Ride Moments
On episode 58 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer rank their top 5 favorite individual moments from Disneyland rides and attractions. Out of so many specific moments, it was very difficult for Spencer and Mark to narrow down the lists. Some of the moments are predictable, while...
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Episode 57: The Falcon and Winter Soldier Spoiler Discussion
On episode 57 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer discuss Marvel's second Disney+ show The Falcon and Winter Soldier. They share their thoughts on the show overall and the rich themes within the show, as well as the legacy of Captain America. Recorded May 6, 2021 Intro Music - from...
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Episode 56: Top 5 Disneyland Music
On episode 56 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Spencer and Mark rank their top 5 pieces of music specific to the Disneyland Resort. They discuss why the selected the music and what makes that music so special. Recorded April 19, 2021 Intro Music - from Jupiter from The Planets Suite by Gustav...
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Episode 55: Disneyland Reopening and New Expansion with Guest Chris Borquez
On episode 55 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer return for a brand new episode celebrating the reopening date for Disneyland Resort. Also joining them is guest Chris Borquez, and the group discusses the excitement around Disneyland reopening after over a year, the news that...
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Episode 54: Wandavision Spoiler Discussion with Guest Tom Fox
On episode 54 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer discuss their thoughts on the continuation of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with Wandavision, the Disney+ exclusive television show. They are also joined by special guest and Marvel fan Tom Fox to discuss his take on the show and…
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Episode 53: Top 5 Non-IP Disneyland Attractions
On episode 53 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Spencer and Mark rank their top 5 attractions not based on any pre-established intellectual property or franchise. The main conclusion they draw is that the reason these attractions are so special is that they are unique to Disneyland and can only…
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Episode 52: Top 5 Ride Vehicles at Disneyland Resort
On episode 52 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Spencer and Mark rank their top 5 ride vehicles at the Disneyland Resort. With so many great vehicles to choose from, Mark and Spencer discuss what makes a special ride vehicle, from the unique Disney theming to the technical Imagineering. The lists...
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Episode 51: Top 5 Line Exits at the Disneyland Resort
On episode 51 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer discuss and rank their top 5 Disneyland line exits. Much is made amongst fans and during Imagineering to construct the best line experience for guests, but forgotten are the exits after guests leave an attraction. Spencer and Mark...
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Episode 50: Top 5 Podcast Moments and Reflections on 50 Episodes
On episode 50 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer reflect on recording 50 episodes! They also discuss some of their favorite moments and episodes from 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast and what it's been like to discuss and celebrate all things Disney. Recorded February 3, 2021 Intro...
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Episode 49: Top 5 Disney Franchises that Deserve a Disneyland Attraction
On episode 49 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Spencer and Mark return to the traditional top 5 format and rank the Disney franchises, movies, and characters that deserve an attraction at Disneyland. Their lists are vastly different at times, but occasionally exactly the same. And pay attention...
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Episode 47: Disney Investor Day 2020
On episode 47 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Spencer and Mark discuss the recent Disney Investor Day 2020, in which the Disney company announced new content for Disney+ and the focus on direct-to-consumer experiences. Mark and Spencer go through all the announcements for Lucasfilm, Disney...
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Episode 46: Our Disney Quarantine
On episode 46 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer are back to discuss what they have been up to during their COVID quarantines and how they've been able to stay connected with Disney. They also finally discuss the closure of the Disney Parks and what the ramifications are now and...
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Episode 45: Disney's California Adventure in the Year 2055
On episode 45 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Spencer and Mark continue their discussion on Disneyland at 100 in the year 2055 by this time tackling Disney's California Adventure. They discuss which rides and attractions will remain or which will be gone in 35 years, and if the park will keep…
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Episode 44: Disneyland at 100, The Year 2055 Part 2
On episode 44 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer continue their discussion of what they think Disneyland will be like for its 100th birthday in 2055. They discuss Frontierland, Adventureland, New Orleans Square, and Tomorrowland, while also attempting to figure out if Disneyland...
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Episode 43: Disneyland at 100, The Year 2055 Part 1
On episode 43 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, in honor of Disneyland's 65th birthday, Mark and Spencer look to the future and project what Disneyland might look like when celebrating its 100th birthday in 2055. They discuss what rides and attractions will remain, what will be changed, and what...
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Episode 42: Top 5 Disney Songs
On episode 42 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Spencer and Mark, after ranking their favorite Disney love songs last episode, now rank their top 5 favorite Disney songs. Each list contains a wide variety of Disney classics and personal favorites, and discussion also touches on perhaps another...
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Episode 41: Top 5 Disney Love Songs
On episode 41 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer rank their favorite love songs from Disney movies. They discuss why these songs are so important in the context of Disney storytelling and animation, and why these songs have become such iconic Disney classics. Recorded June 2020...
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Episode 40: Top 5 Extinct Disneyland Attractions
On episode 40 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Spencer and Mark take a trip down Disney memory lane to rank their top 5 extinct attractions at Disneyland. The Park is ever-changing, even Walt Disney himself said that Disneyland will never be complete as long as there is imagination left in the...
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Episode 39: Top 5 Disney Dads
On episode 39 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer rank their top 5 favorite dads from Disney films in honor of Father's Day. They discuss what makes a great Disney dad and the importance of fathers and father figures in storytelling. And both want to give a personal shout out to...
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Episode 38: Top 5 Places to Relax at Disneyland
On episode 38 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer rank their favorite places to relax at the Disneyland Resort. Spending a day at Disneyland can be exhausting, especially if you are there from park open to park close. Finding places to relax, chill, and maybe nap are necessary and...
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Episode 37: Disneyland at Night
On episode 37 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer discuss how nighttime at Disneyland is different than the rest of the day and all of the special events and experiences that happen at night, including shows, parades and fireworks. Disneyland is such a magical place, and so much of...
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Episode 36: Top 5 Disney Animated Voice Performances
On episode 36 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer rank their top 5 favorite voiceover performances from Disney animated films. Each list is quite unique and different, but both agree to give Robin Williams the honorary #1 spot as the Genie. Disney films are full of memorable...
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Episode 35: Top 5 Disney Acting Performances
On episode 35 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Spencer and Mark rank their top 5 favorite acting performances from Disney movies. Mark and Spencer break down and analyze what makes a great acting performance and why these characters and actors stand out amongst the best that Disney has ever...
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Episode 34: Top 5 Character Experiences at the Disneyland Resort
On episode 34 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer discuss their favorite character meet and greets and experiences at Disneyland. They also talk about the value and importance of Disney characters in the Park and how they add realism to the fantasy, but really about the magic of…
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Episode 33: Top 5 Disney Moms
On episode 33 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer celebrate Mother's Day by discussing and highlighting their favorite Disney moms. The discussion also consists of the qualities of a great Disney mom and also the qualities of a bad Disney mom. They would also like to give a…
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Episode 32: Marvel Cinematic Universe with Guest Tom Fox
On this episode of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer welcome back guest Tom Fox for an in-depth discussion of Disney's most successful franchise, the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The three discuss their levels of fandom for the franchise, the critical and financial success of the…
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Episode 31: Top 5 Rides for Kids at the Disneyland Resort
On this episode of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer discuss their top 5 rides and attractions for kids at the Disneyland Resort. Much of these two lists are based on their own children's favorite rides, so if you have kids, hopefully these lists will help you and your family…
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Episode 30: Interview with Guest Tom Fox
On episode 30 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer welcome another guest, this time their friend and colleague Tom Fox. Tom has been a lifelong Disney fan, and throughout the interview he talks about his favorite Disney memories, movies, and characters, as well as his best…
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Episode 29: Disney+ Discussion and Review
On episode 29 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer discuss the launch of one of the Walt Disney Company's biggest moves in its history, the new streaming service Disney+. Both tell how they signed up for the service, what they think of the functionality of the service and obviously...
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Episode 28: Top 5 Favorite Spots to Be at the Disneyland Resort
On episode 28 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark Abbott and Spencer Carr are back with season 2 discussing their top 5 favorite spots to hang out and places to be at the Disneyland Resort. Each host has their own unique take on how to best experience the parks, leading to an in-depth...
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Update March 2020
Welcome back to 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast! Mark and Spencer announce an update for Season 2 to launch next week on Thursday, April 2. With time at home due to school closures and quarantine status, they both have time to record and discuss all things Disney. Upcoming episodes include thoughts...
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Update January 2020
Update January 2020 - 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast will be going on hiatus for the time being. Spencer and Mark have been very busy lately with work and family and simply have not had time to record on a consistent basis. One off episodes may be recorded from time to time, but at least for…
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Episode 27: Top 5 Restaurants and Food at the Disneyland Resort with Guest Rob Young + Live Dining Experience
On episode 27 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer welcome back Rob Young to discuss their favorite restaurants and food at Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure. As part of this special episode, Rob prepares and cooks several favorite Disney food items with Spencer, Mark…
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Episode 26: Top 5 Disney's California Adventure Line Queues
On episode 26 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Spencer and Mark rank their top 5 favorite line queues at Disney's California Adventure. During the discussion, both co-hosts point out the need for more theming and atmosphere in the queues at California Adventure and perhaps why that is and how to...
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Episode 25: Top 5 Disneyland Line Queues
On episode 25 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Spencer and Mark rank their top 5 favorite line queues at Disneyland by discussing what makes a stand-out queue and why they are so important in creating the theme and feel of an attraction. Much of a guest's time is spent waiting in line at...
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Episode 24: Top 5 Lands at the Disneyland Resort
On episode 24 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer rank their top 5 favorite lands at the Disneyland Resort. They discuss what makes a great land, from the rides, atmosphere, and overall theme and why certain lands are their personal favorites. Through the discussion, they also...
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Episode 23: Top 5 Magical Moments at the Disneyland Resort
On episode 23 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer rank their top 5 magical moments they have experienced at the Disneyland Resort. One of the best things about Disneyland is the ability to make special memories with family and friends and to truly experience Disney Magic, and in…
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Episode 22: Star Wars Part 2 with Guest Joelle Riezebos
On episode 22 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, guest Joelle Riezebos returns with Mark and Spencer in their part 2 discussion of the Star Wars franchise. After the financial success but critical and fan reactions to the Prequel Trilogy, the discussion shifts to video games and the animated…
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Episode 21: Star Wars Part 1 with Guest Joelle Riezebos
On episode 21 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Spencer and Mark welcome another guest, Joelle Riezebos, to the intersection of 55 and Main to discuss the Star Wars franchise. In part 1 of 2, Mark, Spencer, and Joelle discuss the beginning of the Star Wars saga with the Original Trilogy and the...
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Episode 20: Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge with Guest Chris Borquez
On episode 20 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer welcome back Chris Borquez to discuss the largest land expansion in Disneyland's history: Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. Throughout the episode, discussion focuses on the immersive experience of being fully in the Star Wars world, the...
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Episode 19: Interview with Guest Chris Borquez
On episode 19 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Spencer and Mark welcome guest Chris Borquez to the intersection of 55 and Main for Part 1 of a 2 episode series. On this episode, Mark and Spencer interview Chris, who is another colleague, about his Disney fandom and what it's like to take his...
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Special Episode: Frozen 2 Spoiler Review and Discussion with Guest Kathleen Carr
On this special episode of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark is on vacation, so Spencer sits down with his wife Kathleen to discuss and review Disney's newest film Frozen 2! Spencer and Kathleen discuss everything about the film including the characters, overall plot, music, and thematic...
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Episode 18: Top 5 Places to Work at Disneyland (If We Worked There)
On episode 18 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer discuss what it might be like to work at Disneyland and rank their top 5 places they would want to work. During the episode, both co-hosts discuss the differences between working as static cast member versus an active cast member…
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Episode 17: Disneyland Grad Nite with Guest Rob Young
On episode 17 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer welcome their first guest, Rob Young, to the intersection of 55 and Main. Spencer and Mark interview Rob to gauge his Disney fandom, and are pleasantly surprised as a result. As a colleague of Mark and Spencer, the main topic of the...
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Episode 16: Top 5 Pixar Tearjerker Moments
On episode 16 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Spencer and Mark rank the top 5 tearjerker moments from Pixar movies. Once again, two grown men discuss openly crying in movie theaters, and why Pixar films are so effective at moving audiences emotionally. And be ready to possibly cry yourself.…
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Episode 15: Top 5 Disney Tearjerker Moments
On episode 15 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Mark and Spencer rank their top 5 tearjerker moments from Disney films. Many Disney movies and characters emotionally connect with the audience, and Spencer and Mark discuss how Disney is able to do that, especially through animation. And in this...
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Episode 14: Top 5 Disney Princesses
On episode 14 of 55 and Main: A Disney Podcast, Spencer and Mark rank their top 5 favorite Disney princesses. Listen as two grown men try to figure out what makes a great Disney princess, who are "official" Disney princesses, the ages of these characters, and the differences between the classic…
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