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EarzUp!
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EarzUp! is a Disneyland podcast like no other. Twice a month, the hosts bring you the tips, tricks, and little-known facts that will make your next trip to the Disneyland Resort better than ever! Along with our news show, In-Depth, airing twice monthly as well, you will never be short on Disney News!
Episodes
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Visiting Disneyland With Autistic Children (featuring Cris from The Magic Unlocked!)
The Disney Parks are a welcoming place for everyone, but that doesn't mean they are easy for everyone to enjoy. Our guest today is Cris Stone, and she has authored several guidebooks on navigating the Disneyland Resort as a parent of two Autistic children. How to prepare, where to eat, the best...
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Chapek's Book, D'Amaro's Bots, and More! | The EarzUp! Disney News Show
Bob Chapek's book has finally come out, and while we haven't finished it at the time of recording, there are plenty of excerpts floating around the internet to talk about. Plus, we cover the latest round of layoffs at the Walt Disney Company, how much those are attributed to AI, and we also yell...
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The History of World Showcase in EPCOT Center
EPCOT Center, located in Walt Disney World, is a park with two halves that don't really make any sense together. On today's show, Erik takes us through one of those halves, the half with all the booze in it. We're talking about World Showcase, that wonderful section of the park resting on top of...
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Booths, Booted, and More | The EarzUp! Disney News Show
Construction at the Disneyland Resort doesn't happen all the time, though it does feel that way. This month, the effects of Disneyland Forward can be felt in the esplanade, where the ticket booths are getting the boot. Plus, the spouses of Cast Members are getting the ticket booth treatment when…
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Is taking the Train to Disneyland worth it?
As much as anything can be "worth" anything, we ask if taking the Amtrak Surfliner from the Bay Area to LA was a worthwhile trip for or special guest Bev. She recently made the 14 hour slog to the parks so we didn't have to, and reports back on her trip and her findings. Plus, Bev does math on an...
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The EarzUp! Disney News Show | Cruisin', Hittin' Verts, and More!
Today's special guest is Ryan from Puny Pod | Fantasyland Draft League! RGH sits in as we talk about what's up on Disney Cruise Lines, what's the deal with all the bathrooms being closed down last week in Disneyland, and why TikTok is getting ready to collect even more of your data. VERTS! Learn...
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Making History at Disney Resorts
While lots of individual "firsts" have happened at the Disney Parks over the years, there has also been dozens of historical events that have seen a Disney Resort serve as the backdrop. Taren walks us through some of these stories, but not before we cover the latest in Disney news. Learn more…
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The EarzUp! Disney News Show | Pirate Problems, Autopia Utopia, and more!
To read about it on the Internet, you'd think Disneyland had ripped the heart and soul from Pirates of the Caribbean, replacing it with a pouch full of sawdust. On today's episode, we talk about the new, "cOnTrOvErSiAl" figure in Pirates, a kid who chose an alternate rout off of Tiana's, and lots...
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Behind the Music of Pirates of the Caribbean
A late addition to Walt's Disneyland, the Pirates of the Caribbean proved to be a massive hit with park-goers, sparking (among other things), a gigantic movie franchise. Special effects and advances in animatronics aside, it's the music of Pirates that anchors the whole experience, pun intended.…
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The EarzUp! Disney News Show | Taylor Swift Joins Toy Story, The Carousel Progresses, and more!
While Taylor Swift is better known for her songs than anything else, she is also quite prolific at dropping Easter Eggs when it comes to upcoming projects. Recently, it seems like Taylor is hinting at her taking a place within the Toy Story Universe in the upcoming Toy Story 5. Erik tells us…
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Fantasyland in WDW is ... Kinda Weird | EarzUp!
Purists will say that Disneyland is superior to Disney World for a variety of reasons, most of which are based on nostalgia. Both parks have a Fantasyland, but only one has the room to expand theirs, allowing for a more varied experience than what is available at the other. On today's show, Erik...
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The EarzUp! Disney News Show | Trip Recap, Muppets Are Back, and More!
Back from a trip to the Disneyland Resort - our first visit in over a year - and we talk about lessons learned, new foods we tried, and why the Bluey "Best Day Ever" show just doesn't do it for us. Sitting in on today's show is Alice, who is Eight (if you can believe it), and she helps us…
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The Disney Labor Strike of 1941 | EarzUp!
Coming off the success that was "Snow White", Walt and his studio went on a bit of a box office loosing streak - first with "Fantasia" and then with "Pinocchio". He had just sunk a bunch of money into his new animation campus, and something had to change. So Walt proposed salary and perk cuts to...
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Tom Ameen, Bluey Jumps Off The Screen, and more! | The EarzUp! Disney News Show
Tom Ameen is back on the show, with his brand new album, "Wish Upon A Star"! With his signature laid-back style, Tom reimagines many Disney classics into a calming, mellow piano arrangement. We chat with him about how he approaches tackling songs that have been embraced by so many for so long,...
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The 1938 Snow White Wrap Party at The Norconian | EarzUp!
When Snow White hit theaters in 1938, the world of animation was changed forever. The team of men and women who made it all happen had been working overtime for two years, and when the smoke cleared, they all needed a break. Walt rented out The Norconian, a posh resort up in the hills of Southern...
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The EarzUp! Disney News Show: Fading Fries, Advancing AI, and More!
On this edition of the EarzUp! Disney News Show, we jump headfirst into the root of all evil ... regular-sized french fries. Disneyland keeps on insisting that they mess with the classic foods guests love, and this time they have gone too far! Also, we cover D'Maro's embrace of AI and what that...
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Dating Habits of Disney Characters | EarzUp!
This Valentines Day, Taren drags us through the dating histories of three famous Disney couples: Mickey and Minnie, Donald and Daisy, and Clarabelle and Goofy. That last one threw us, too. Plus, Ryan from Puny Pod joins us to talk about his brand new podcast, Fantasyland Draft League, available...
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The EarzUp! Disney News Show: Impending Iger, Ditching Dinos, and more!
Welcome to our first full news show, where we break down the big Disney news announcements from the past month, provide some context, and hand out opinions. This week, we talk about the Iger exit and how it's happening sooner than you think, plus over in WDW, they are getting rid of a major...
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The Music of EPCOT's Universe of Energy
Once a great and mighty tribute to energy has since gave way to a talking tree and a raccoon with guns. Are we better for it? Some would argue no. On today's show, we not only welcome in the New Year, but welcome back Jeremy from SpectroRadio! He takes us through the music of the Universe of...
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The 2025 EarzUp! Xmas Show!
It's that time of year again, where we gather around our microphones and talk about the holidays! But we are doing something different this year - we've cut the letters to Santa Iger, and instead opted to chat about some of our favorite Christmas songs. Erik tells us about his recent trip to...
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Thanksgiving Comes To Disneyland | EarzUp!
Yes, even after the turkeys are stripped of their meats and the pecan pies have settled in your lower sections, we still have plenty of Thanksgiving-slash-holiday food and fun to chat about. It's an easy show - laid-back and free, but still fun as can be expected. Learn more about your ad…
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Disney News Rundown | EarzUp!
On today's show, we breakdown all of the hottest Disney News, and there is a TON of it! Erik and Taren are out sick, so Jason pulled in Ryan from "Puny Pod" to help keep his hot takes room temperature. We talk about the A.I. push that Bob Iger casually mentioned, the fate of the Jungle Cruise…
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Spooky Stories: Volume 7 | The Halloween Special | EarzUp!
It's time, once again, to compile the scariest and most haunting tales we can think up, for our annual Spooky Stories show! How far can we push you towards the maddening void of your imagination? Which tale will be the one to damage your reality for ever? Maybe it will be Taren's story of a...
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Rolly Crump's Museum of the Weird | EarzUp!
The Haunted Mansion gets a lot of traction this time of the year, and rightfully so. It's an amazing piece of theme park history, and one of the most iconic attractions around. But, what would it have been like had Walt Disney not passed away before it's opening? On today's show, we talk about...
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The Silencing of Jimmy Kimmel | EarzUp!
On today's show, we do a deep dive into the huge pile of culture wars that Bob Iger stepped in last week, with the suspension of late night host Jimmy Kimmel. Erik gives us a tease for his upcoming show about the animators strike at the Disney Studios, by telling us about some of the unsavory…
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The History of Marvel in the Parks | EarzUp!
We're chatting with Ryan from Puny Pod and diving deep into the fascinating history of Marvel's presence in Disney Parks. From early beginnings and licensing battles to the creative workarounds in the US and international expansions, discover how Marvel superheroes found their way into iconic…
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The History of the Monsanto House of the Future | EarzUp!
The Monsanto House of the Future was unlike anything guests to Disneyland had seen before. A glimpse of better days ahead, wrapped and secured inside a plastic shell. For ten years, people from all over queued up to walk the hallways of the House of the Future, marvel at all the time the fancy...
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Erik Meets The Mouse In the PNW, Bantha Milk Is Back, and more! | Earzup!
We were pleased to have Rob from Bantha Milk back on the show, to chat about his new co-host, James, and their plans to bring everything back to a more consistent schedule. Erik shares his experience attending the Pacific Northwest Mouse Meet, and we cover the latest Disney news, all while Taren...
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How Did Disneyland Even Recover From Their Disastrous Opening Day? | EarzUp!
In honor of Disneyland's 70th birthday, Taren takes us down the same long road Walt had to walk on the very first day the Park was open. Any other company or brand would have folded under the pressure, but somehow Walt and his company kept moving on! Erik calls in from DCA to let us know how…
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The History of Captain EO (Revisited), Takume-Tei Review | EarzUp!
Join us as we dive deep into the making of the iconic Captain EO featuring Michael Jackson, George Lucas, and Francis Ford Coppola. Taren unearths new insights about the 80s sensation. Plus, Erik delights us with a review of Takumi-Tei, the premier Japanese restaurant at EPCOT. Learn about the...
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Avatar Land and Cars Expansion: The Future of Hollywood Land and Tom Sawyer Island! | EarzUp!
Join us as we dive into the latest announcements about Disneyland Forward. We'll discuss the new Avatar Land set to replace Hollywood Land in Disney California Adventure (DCA) and the transformation of Tom Sawyer Island in Magic Kingdom into a Cars-themed area. Learn about the potential changes,...
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EarzUp! | Epic Universe Breakdown & Disneyland 70th Anniversary Celebration Highlights
Join us as we dive into the exciting new attractions at Universal's Epic Universe in Orlando with EriK, covering Super Nintendo World, Dark Universe, and more. Taren then highlights Disneyland's 70th Anniversary Celebrations, featuring new shows, parades, merch, and food offerings. Don't miss out...
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EarzUp! | Disneyland Comes To Abu Dhabi
By now you may have heard that the Walt Disney Company is opening up shop in Abu Dhabi ... and that's about it. So we wanted to do a bit of investigating to find out more about the location of the park, who's running it, and what else is around there! ---------------- Support the show! Come watch...
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EarzUp! | The Man Who Photographed Walt
Come explore Disney history with us as we spotlight Reni Bardeau, the photographer behind some of Disneyland’s most iconic images! Reni got his job almost by accident, and went on to serve behind the lens at the Walt Disney Company for over 35 years! Plus, we dig into Disney News!…
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EarzUp! | Bill Evans and the Landscaping of Disneyland
In this episode of the EarzUp! Podcast, the focus is on landscaping and horticulture at Disneyland, highlighting the great Bill Evans. Known for landscaping iconic Disney parks like Disneyland, Disney World, Tokyo Disney, and Disney Paris, Bill Evans played a crucial role in designing and...
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EarzUp! | Erik Goes Universal (with a Toothsome Chocolate Emporium Review)
Get ready for an adventurous episode as Erik explores Universal's Toothsome Chocolate Emporium! Erik dives into the steampunk-styled restaurant's themed experience, weird backstory, and quirky menu. Plus, we break down Snow White's disappointing box office opening and more in our Disney News...
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EarzUp! | After Five Years, We Finally Head Back To Disneyland!
Taren finally bullies Jason into going back to the Disneyland Resort after FIVE YEARS of being away! How have things changed for them? Did having a 7-year-old kid along for the ride throw some chaos into Taren's plans? Just what does a return trip look like for people with one too many opinions?…
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EarzUp! | Erik Goes To Casa Bonita (and Universal Studios)
This week on the show, we dive right into 'Erik's Eating Again.' Erik shares details about his trip to Casa Bonita in Denver, Colorado, a Mexican restaurant with one-of-a-kind features like cliff divers, puppet shows, and more, recently renovated by South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone....
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EarzUp! | How To Have A Disney Date Night!
Date Night is something special, and usually comes with at least a small amount of pressure. On today's show, Taren offers up some ideas for a Disneyland Date Night - where to go at the Disneyland Resort that can offer up some romantic vibes for you and your date. However, if a night in is more...
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EarzUp! | The 2024 Year in Review Special
2024 has come and gone, leaving Disney fans worldwide much to talk about. Fresh off of our yearly break, we hit the new year running, with a revamp of our familiar review format, allowing us to chat a bit more about specific things we're excited for. Plus, Taren has a brand new, "What the BLEEP?"...
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EarzUp! | Dear Santa Iger ...
It's time once more, to sit on the lap of the one man who can give us everything on our collective lists ... Mr. Bob "Santa" Iger! This year, we brought along Ryan from Puny Pod, and Rob from Bantha Milk, because what is a Christmas wishlist if you can't let your friends get their beaks wet?…
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EarzUp! | Planning For Tokyo Disneyland
Right now, it's cheaper to go to Tokyo Disneyland than it is the Disneyland in Anaheim, which sounds wild but it's true! Well, true enough to have our good friend Paul (Mr. P) on the show to tell us about his recent trip to Japan. Paul gave himself and his party 3 weeks to plan a trip to a Disney...
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EarzUp! | Ghosts of Disneyland, Erik Takes the VIP Disneyland Tour
If you thought spooky season was over, you were DEAD wrong! Carrie joins us once more to clue us in on some of the reported ghostly occurrences that have happened in Disneyland over the years. Then Erik tells us all about his recent experience with hiring a plaid for his most recent Disneyland...
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EarzUp | Spooky Stories | vol. 6 | The Halloween Special
Each year, we sit down to write our very own Disney-adjacent Spooky Stories, and read them on the air. This year, we are joined by Rob from Bantha Milk, as well as Ryan from Puny Pod, and allow them to take our little tradition into new areas of Disney Lore. So divide up your candy, sit back, and...
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EarzUp! | The History of the Disneyland Magic Shop
The magic shop on Main Street hasn't always been there. Once, that tiny little showcase was firmly planted over in Fantasyland, blowing the minds of children and adults alike with the demonstrations inside. On this episode, Taren takes us through the history of the Disneyland Magic Shop, who ran...
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EarzUp! | The Music of Ford's Magic Skyway
The Magic Skyway was part of the group of exhibits Walt and the crew created for the 1964 World's Fair in New York. While it's siblings, "it's a small world", "Carousel of Progress" and "Great Moments With Mr. Lincoln" all made it back to Disneyland, The Magic Skyway was destined for the dustbin…
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EarzUp! | Erik Visits Carthay Lounge, Disney News, and More!
It's always a good idea to stop by and visit your friends, especially if your friend happens to be a swanky-styled lounge in the heart of California Adventure. Today, Erik guides us through his most recent stop at Carthay Lounge to see if it was as great as he remembered. Taren has a "Who Dat?"...
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EarzUp! | Dane, Director of the Walt Disney Animation Building Documentary, "Behind The Glass"
The animation building at Walt Disney World was more than just a walk-through attraction. It was a functional animation studio, where guests could get an up-close look at what it takes to bring these hand-drawn ideas to life. On today's show, we chat with Dane, director of a great documentary...
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EarzUp! | The Best Announcements From D23
The Walt Disney Company had their D23 convention recently, where they unleashed a tsunami of announcements for us, covering everything from cruise ships to the parks. On today's show, we wade through the aftermath and pull out all the exciting and (in our opinions) absolute best things to look...
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EarzUp! | How To Plan A Disney Cruise
If you've ever been interested in taking a Disney Cruise but didn't feel like getting caught up in how to actually plan for one, this show is for you! easier than booking a trip to the parks, the Disney Cruise Line has plenty of options for everyone. Our resident cruise expert Ryan joined us to...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
EarzUp! is a Disneyland podcast like no other. Twice a month, the hosts bring you the tips, tricks, and little-known facts that will make your next trip to the Disneyland Resort better than ever! Along with our news show, In-Depth, airing twice monthly as well, you will never be short on Disney News!
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EarzUp! is a Disneyland podcast like no other. Twice a month, the hosts bring you the tips, tricks, and little-known facts that will make your next trip to the Disneyland Resort better than ever! Along with our news show, In-Depth, airing twice monthly as well, you will never be short on Disney...
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