Monoreel Radio

This month, we do a DIY version of "Flavors of Florida" at Disney Springs. Jacki fills us in on her new exciting project while Sean also discusses going to SeaWorld with family friends as well as roping dropping the park as a single rider. We then run through what we know so far about Halloween Horror Nights 35 at Universal Studios Orlando.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.  

This week we review and discuss 2019's "Spider-Man: Far From Home". Is this the actual jumping off point for the Tom Holland Spider-Man series? How have these characters grown? Should this film have stayed in New York? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we review and discuss 1954's "The Vanishing Prairie". Is this the film we were expecting? Was it groundbreaking at the time of its release? Does it stand the test of time? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we celebrate America 250 with a discussion of 2004's "Disney America's Heart and Soul". Is this the slice of Americana we are looking for? What themes in this film are still true today? Where are the interview subjects now? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of "Wendy Wu Homecoming Warrior". Is this a time travel movie? How does the cast handle the physical demands of these roles? How does this film separate itself from other DCOMs? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we review and discuss "Atlantis The Lost Empire" as it celebrates it 25th anniversary. How was this film conceived? How does the animation compare to other Disney films of its time? Is this film an under-appreciated classic? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we have the privilege of sitting with animator Randy Cartwright to discuss the making of "The Brave Little Toaster".  To listen to our first conversation with Randy following our review of "Waking Sleeping Beauty", click here. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week, we review and discuss 1998's "Armageddon". How much of a phenomenon was this film upon its release? How much of it could really happen? Is it a pure product of its time? How do the VFX compare to that of a modern film? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This month, we recap a first time visit to Discovery Cove and stay at the Grand Floridian for Jacki's birthday. We also discuss going to SeaWorld with a large group, dining at the Swan and Dolphin, our first dining experience at Wolfgang Puck's Bar and Grill, and finally, we make our house predictions for HHN 35.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we review and discuss 1987's "The Brave Little Toaster". What is our personal history with the film? Where was it made? Why isn't it on Disney Plus? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we review and discuss 2001's "Motocrossed". Is this film dated or is it a time capsule? How does it turn the teen genre upside down? Where does it rank among other DCOMs? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This month, we wrap up Universal Mardi Gras with Barenaked Ladies. We also discuss enjoying a day at EPCOT, taking in the SeaWorld Seven Seas Food Festival, and the first three Chicken Tender reviews.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we review and discuss "The Suite Life Movie", which recently turned 15. How has never seeing an episode of the show affect our viewing? Does it feel like a standalone film? How does this compare to other DCOMs? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we celebrate the 15th anniversary of "Lemonade Mouth". How do these characters break the mold of this genre? How do we feel about the soundtrack? Where do we rank it among other DCOM musicals? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we review and discuss the newly released documentary "Disneyland Handcrafted". How is this different from other documentaries we have seen about the parks? Are there any new surprises in store? What do we want more of? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we review and discuss 1994's "The Air Up There". Does this film age well? Why can’t you find it on Disney+? How does it compare to other Disney sports movies? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week, we review and discuss 2023's "Chang Can Dunk". How is this different than other sports films? Does this feel more like a DCOM or a coming-of-age movie? Do we want more Disney Plus originals in this vein? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This month we take you to EPCOT to sample some food and beverage from the International Flower and Garden Festival, discuss seeing Joey Fatone and AJ MacLean at Universal Mardi Gras, attending the Arnold Palmer Invitational and Spring Training in Tampa. We also have a special announcement for the House Of Mouse Expo 2026. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week, we review and discuss 2002's "Double Teamed". This film is based on a true story, but how close to reality is it? How endearing are these characters? Where does it rank among other DCOMs? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week, we review and discuss 2006's "Glory Road". How does Disney handle this subject matter? How close are the depictions of the real-life events? Where does this rank against other Disney produced autobiographical sports films? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we kick off our Monoreel March Madness with a discussion of 1997's "Air Bud". Is this film a comedy or a drama? What changes did Disney make in the film’s edit? Is it a product of its time? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

DISCLAIMER: This film contains sensitive material depicted for parody. Listener discretion is advised.  This week, we celebrate the 25th anniversary of "O Brother, Where Art Thou?". What makes this release so unique? Is it going nowhere fast, or is this the Coen Brothers best film? How close did we come to not releasing the episode? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we review and discuss "Tron: Ares". Does this film work bringing its characters out of the grid? How is it stylistically different from the first two films? Do we want more Tron? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This month, we discuss taking Sean's dad to Hollywood Studios, attending EPCOT's International Festival of The Arts, Universal Mardi Gras, and the Daytona 500. We also talk about the future of Walt Disney World under newly named CEO Josh d'Amaro, and Jacki makes a special announcement.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we review and discuss "Freakier Friday". Do we like where the story picks up? How has the writing changed in this second film? Do we need a third? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week, we review and discuss "The Fantastic Four: First Steps". How is this different from the previous versions of the "Fantastic Four". How do we feel about the casting choices? Has the CGI become any better? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we review and discuss "Elio". What do we find so endearing about this character? Why was the original story changed? What impacted its box office performance? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This month, we wrap up the 2025 holiday season with a trip to Red and Green Coconut Club. We also discuss runDisney Marathon Weekend 2026 and our first dining experience at Summer House on The Lake.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we discuss the 2025 live action remake of "Lilo and Stitch". What do we think about the story changes? Does this version changed our opinion of these characters? Where does it rank among other live action remakes? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we broadcast live from Raglan Road at Disney Springs to bring you our 2025 Year in Review. What are some of our favorite releases in 2025? What are we looking forward to in 2026? What did we enjoy the most about being Disney Parks locals? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This month, we recap our holiday romp around the Orlando area. We discuss Festival of the Holidays at EPCOT, Christmas at Universal Orlando and SeaWorld, and brunch at Disney's Boardwalk Resort. We also discuss Disney's purchase and use of OpenAI.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we review and discuss 2009's "A Christmas Carol". How is this version different from it’s predecessors? What Disney film shares this same style of animation? Is this a Christmas staple? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we review and discuss "A Very Jonas Christmas Movie". How do we feel about the Jonas Brothers doing a film like this? How realistic is this story? Is this movie going to become a holiday staple? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This month, we recap the runDisney Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend. We also discuss staying at the Cabins at Fort Wilderness, our dinner experience at Steakhouse 71, and our first impressions of "Starlight".  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we celebrate the 25th anniversary of "102 Dalmatians". Did we need a sequel? Is this a logical continuation of the first film? What other films did this legendary Disney director work on? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we review and discuss 1990's "Dick Tracy". Which famous directors were previously attached to this film? Which popular film franchises does this film lay the groundwork for? Why aren’t there more "Dick Tracy" films? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we review and discuss "Tuck Everlasting". What is our history with this film? Is this a compelling story? How well does this ensemble cast work? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Chicken Little". How many iterations of this story has Disney told? Who is in this stacked cast? Having never seen it before, where does it land on our list of Disney animated classics? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.

This week we review and discuss 2002's "The Scream Team". Is this the most stacked DCOM cast of all time? Is it a hidden gem? Where do we rank this among other Halloween DCOMs? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation. 

This week we review and discuss "Girl Vs. Monster". Is this DCOM a Halloween film or a musical? Where have we seen this set before? What film does it ripoff? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation. 

This month, we recount a second trip to EPCOT's International Food and Wine Festival, dining at The Boathouse, bar hopping around Disney Springs, and checking out Oktoberfest and Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld Orlando.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation. 

This week, we review and discuss "Under Wraps 2". Is this sequel a seamless continuation of the original story? How have our characters grown? Should this be a trilogy? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation. 

This week we kick off our Halloween block with a review of 2021's "Under Wraps". Why haven't we reviewed the original one yet? What film does this remind us of? Are we excited to review the sequel? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.   

This week we celebrate the 30th anniversary of "The Big Green". In the era of mid-90s kids’ sports team centric movies, is this a stand out? Does Disney accomplish its goal of telling a compelling story while tackling a social narrative? How many units did this sell after its home video release? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation. 

This week, we review and discuss 2002's "The Hot Chick". What is our history with this film? Has it aged well? What do we think of Rachel McAdams movie debut? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation. 

On our all new Dockside Chat, we take you along for a day at EPCOT's International Food and Wine Festival. We also recap Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights 34, and give our rankings of this years houses. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation. 

This week we review and discuss 2008's "Bedtime Stories". How does this star-studded cast work as an ensemble? How does this film age over the years? Is the Sandman really the good guy? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation. 

This week, we kick off the start of the college football season with a review of "The Waterboy". Is this a timeless sports film? Does this plot make sense? Is this a silly Sandler romp, or is there more to it? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation. 

This month, we wrap up all things Summer at Walt Disney World! Dialing it back, we recap our Flavor of Florida finale, the news shows that premiered at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this year, and diving deeper into Lorcana. We also start shifting into Fall, discussing our first impressions of Halloween Horror Nights 34. We also react to some of the big news coming out of this past weekend's Destination D23 Event.  Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation. 

This week, we review and discuss "Pollyanna". This film recently celebrated its 65th anniversary, but is it a timeless classic? Is this the best film Hailey Mills made with Disney? How do we feel about this ensemble cast? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at [email protected]. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.