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Mouse House Weekly
by Golden Spiral Media
Mouse House Weekly is your one stop destination for all things Disney. We not only cover Disney World and Disneyland, but we cover Disney Cruise Line, Disney food, Disney movies, and Disney Plus. Your hosts are a large group of Magical Vacation Planners, Disney Annual Pass holders, movie critics, and Disney enthusiasts just like you. If you crave all things Disney like we do, welcome, you're among friends.
Episodes
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Best Disney Moments of 2023
We created a lot of great Disney memories in 2023 and as alwyas, choosing our favorites is no easy task. This year our hosts had Disney expeirences in Hawaii, Anaheim, Orlando, the Caribbean, as well as movie theaters and their living rooms. Regardless of the location Disney gave us a lot to…
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Now it's Time to Say Goodbye
Goodbyes and endings are so difficult sometimes, but Disney is known for creating some of the most beloved and memorable endings ever put to film. Whether it's a storybook ending where they all lived "Happily Ever After" or an ending that brings the whole story full circle, Disney knows how to…
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Best Disney Family
Disney animation has a rich history of creating memorable characters and stories, and many of these characters belong to various "families" within the Disney universe. These families often serve as the central focus of the narratives, providing themes of love, friendship, and adventure. Disney...
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Has Star Wars Died?
Star Wars is a franchise near and dear to both Blake and JJ's hearts, and is one of the subjects discussed the most in their episodes. Recently, much like Marvel, Star Wars seems to be in a slump, and not nearly as popular as they were around their peak era between 2015 and 2021. In their last...
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Disney Aulani and Jollywood Nights Trip Reports
From Walt Disney World to Hawaii, Bryce and David have traversed the globe for this week's episode of Mouse House Weekly. First David gives us a much anticipated review of Disney's Jollywood Nights at Disney Hollywood Studios. Bryce then discusses everything Aulani as he recaps his honeymoon at...
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Return of the Jedi at 40
In May of this year the final installment of the original Star Wars Trilogy, Return of the Jedi, turned 40 years old. We've previously taken a look at A New Hope when it turned 45 and The Empire Strikes Back when it turned 40. So it's only proper that we complete our trilogy on this beloved...
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Disney Princesses Exposed
Disney Princess is a media franchise and line of fictional characters created by The Walt Disney Company. These characters, known as Disney Princesses, are featured in animated films and other Disney media. The franchise began with the release of "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" in 1937, and it...
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Disney Parks vs Other Theme Parks
The Disney parks are arguably the most popular and successful theme parks in the world, but the question is, why? What makes these parks stand out among the others to make them so popular? In this episode, both Blake and JJ are discussing their reasoning for why they believe Disney parks stand…
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Disney Movie Fan Theories
Do you love fan theories as much as we do? If so, this episode is for YOU! The internet is full of fan theories about Disney films, so we decided to choose a few of them and share whether or not we think they could be true. Is Boo from Monsters, Inc. the witch from Brave? Do all the Pixar movies...
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Once Upon a Holiday
Bryce and David are back to talk about two recent Disney projects. Once Upon a Studio was released last week on Disney+ and premiered on The Wonderful World of Disney. This phenomenal short showcases the worlds of Disney Animation and Bryce and David discuss all the easter eggs and emotional…
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Would Disney Remake This
Disney has been remaking their cinematic classics for many years now. These remakes have gained popularity in recent years and are part of Disney's strategy to capitalize on their extensive catalog. Disney remakes serve several purposes. They allow Disney to introduce classic stories to a new...
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Halloween Rethemes
One of Disney fans' favorite parts of the Halloween overhaul at Disneyland is the Nightmare Before Christmas retheme for Haunted Mansion. There have been a few other attraction rethemes, but what if there were more across the parks? In this episode, both Blake and JJ are discussing potential...
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Halloween in Black and White
Halloween season is here and it's time to watch some Disney Halloween movies! Tim Burton first offered up the story of "Frankenweenie" as a live action short-film in 1984. However, in today's episode, we're covering the longer stop-motion animation version from 2012. Last year around this time,...
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Disney Wish and Mickey's Not So Scary Trip Report
David is back from another trip to WDW as well as a great relaxing time on the new Disney Wish. David gives us the highlights from Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, which he was a first time visitor to. David's journey on the Wish will give you the overall experience of cruising with an...
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See You Real Soon
In their final episode for MHW, Ben and Erica look back at how their magical adventure began, what it was like to be part of the show, some of their favorite podcast episodes and Disney memories during this time, and how they like to say "See You Real Soon" at the end of a Disney vacation. Plus,...
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Walt's Main Street Story Tour
During Disneyland's construction, Walt grew tired of making the long commute between Burbank and Anaheim and decided he would build himself an apartment right inside Disneyland. The second story above the Main Street Fire Station right near Disneyland's entrance seemed like the perfect place....
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Pixar Fantasy Draft
Pixar used to be a studio that could bring in some huge profit for Disney, but ever since the pandemic, with some of Pixar's films going directly to Disney+, and with Pixar's recent films debuted in theaters being a massive disappointment, Pixar has been a larger discussion recently. With Pixar...
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Munch and Watch: Lady and the Tramp
Since it was released in 1955, Lady and the Tramp has been one of Disney's most beloved classics. So we cooked up a plate of spaghetti and meatballs, watched Lady and the Tramp, and sat down to give you a review of our experience. How does the movie hold up today? What about the warning Disney...
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Disney Football
After 9 long months it is finally Football Season! The Walt Disney Company over the years has crossed over to the world of sports many times. The number one thought is probably coming to you in the form of ESPN, the Disney owned sports media company. But what about all the other links? From...
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Taking the Temperature of Walt Disney World
With record breaking heat in Orlando this summer, Walt Disney World has been HOT! The temperature isn't the only thing heating up though, so are the opinions of park goers. This week Ben and Erica breakdown an article by Mark Wilson titled, "Disney World is Hell." We follow the article and…
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Making Drinks from a Disney Cookbook
For years people have discussed the many fantastic food options offered inside the Disney theme parks, but the food is not the only thing they do well. There are many well-crafted drinks found throughout the parks. Disney parks offer a wide variety of drinks that cater to all tastes and...
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Guess the Disney Movie
As some of you may know, Blake really likes movies. And, more than that, he likes researching and learning more facts about those films. So Blake has put together a fun movie-guessing game, using some knowledge that Blake has gathered for some of these movies. Unfortunately, JJ's gonna be…
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Exploring Disney's Haunted Mansion
Today we're going to be your non-ghost hosts and take you on a virtual behind-the-scenes tour of The Haunted Mansion attractions at Disneyland and The Magic Kingdom, so you can more deeply enjoy and appreciate all they goodies they've packed into the new Haunted Mansion movie. We haven't seen the...
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Chillin' at Disney World
It's the middle of a great theme park day at Disney World and you really need some "chill time." Bryce welcomes Bryan to the show as they talk about the best places at Disney to rest your legs, sit in the A/C, or even take a full on nap. Beat the heat this week on Mouse House Weekly. Connect with...
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Off the Beaten Path at Disney World
Horse back riding, fishing, and swimming with dolphins are just a few of the things you probably didn't know you could do at Walt Disney World. This week Ben and Erica share their favorite things to do in WDW that are off the beaten path. Whether it's just to get a break from the crowds, or…
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Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Review
After a very, very long time of waiting, the fifth and true finale to the Indiana Jones franchise has finally been released to theaters. With JJ continuously being hyped for this movie for years on end, we had to do an episode focused on the new film and our thoughts on it, from a diehard Indy…
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Disney Trivia
Walt Disney Company is one of the most renowned entertainment companies in the world. Disney has created numerous beloved animated films, theme parks, and iconic characters that have captured the hearts of people of all ages. With such a rich collection of work, Disney-related topics make for…
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WDW With Boys
A first trip to Disney World is always an epic event. Bryce returns from Disney World after a great trip with his two boys Jack (10) and Ellis (6). Not only do Jack and Ellis give some very honest feedback about the trip, but Bryce also gives an in depth look into traveling to WDW with young…
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Questions Frome Hats
It's party game time! In this "Would Your Rather" meets "Mad Libs" style game, Colby and Darrell take turns pulling random questions from a hat and then choosing either random Disney movies or Disney characters. They then have to make a decision based on the random things they've drawn from the...
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The Little Mermaid Live-Action vs Animated
The Little Mermaid was released in 1989. It is a captivating animated musical that continues to enchant audiences of all ages. Directed by Ron Clements and John Musker, this Disney masterpiece marked the renaissance of the studio's animated films, ushering in a new era of storytelling and...
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Royal Radiance vs Disney Magic Cruises
Ben is back from his first sailing aboard a Royal Caribbean ship. It may be impossible to compare the fleets of Royal Caribbean and Disney Cruise Line, but in this episode Ben does his best to share how the Radiance of the Seas compares to the Disney Magic. These two ships come from a similar…
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Mandalorian Season 3 Discussion
The long anticipated third season of the Mandalorian has concluded. Since its conclusion, fans have seemed a bit split on their thoughts on the season, so Blake, JJ, and recurring guest and fellow Mouse House Weekly host Jeremiah are here to discuss everything about it! The trio of big Star Wars...
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Munch & Watch: Pirates of the Caribbean
Arg, mateys, it's time to set sail on a new and tasty adventure! Nestled in one of Disneyland's most beloved lands, New Orleans Square, Pirates of the Caribbean ride and The Blue Bayou restaurant go hand-in-hand. If you're lucky enough to get a reservation at The Blue Bayou restaurant, then you…
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Disney100 Traveling Exhibition Review
Disney has just rolled out their new Disney100 marketing campaign to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Disney Studios. Part of this campaign includes a traveling exhibition that David had the privilege of touring just last month. David gives us a non spoiler and then very...
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Disney World with Autism and Cognitive Disabilities
We love people and we love Disney, so helping everyone experience the magic of a Walt Disney World vacation is near and dear to our hearts. This week Erica shares why helping families with Autism and Cognitive Disabilities visit Disney World is something she is so passionate about. There are so...
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Disneyland Resort Hotels Review
Staying in a Disney hotel is often described as a magical experience, with many guests praising the theming, attention to detail, and overall atmosphere of the hotels. From the moment guests check-in, they are immersed in the Disney magic, with characters often present to greet them and themed...
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Super Nintendo World and Disneyland Trip Report
Over the last several weeks theme park enthusiasts have been treated to two new lands on the west coast. Disneyland unveiled the newly reimagined Mickey's Toontown on March 19th, and Universal Studios Hollywood opened Super Nintendo World on February 17th. Rachel and Jeremiah shared their…
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Has Disney Lost its Magic?
Disney has always been a big name in the media industry, but public perception of Disney has changed in recent years. Some argue their stories lack heart, or they're getting lazy making remakes, and focusing more on franchise films than original films. In this week's episode of Mouse House…
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Disney Shareholder Announcements April 2023
Bryce is joined by guest host Bryan Ripper to discuss the most recent shareholder meeting for the Walt Disney Company. Shareholder meetings may sound dull, but Disney CEO Bob Iger dropped some major Disney news for the future of the Walt Disney Company and their theme parks. Listen in and join in...
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Virtual Queues, Lightning Lane, and Tron
Experiencing the most magical theme park attractions in the land isn't always as easy as just standing in line. Since Disney added virtual queues, boarding groups, Genie+, and Lighting Lanes, it's easy to get confused about how to ride. This is especially true when a new ride like TRON Lightcycle...
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Mickey's Toontown Review
Mickey's Toontown opened in Disneyland on January 24, 1993. The area was inspired by Who Framed Roger Rabbit, and resembled a set from a Max Fleischer cartoon. The buildings were, and still are, stylized and colorful. There are several attractions involving classic cartoon characters, such as the...
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Star Wars Visions Discussion
Star Wars is a very action-packed and fantastical series, so it was about time Disney produced an anime series with stories that take place in the Star Wars universe. Blake and JJ, in light of the second volume of Star Wars: Visions coming out this year, are here to discuss the first volume of…
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Toy Story Bracket Battle
Toy Story 5 is now in production, and that announcement got us thinking...which Toy Story toy is the best? Put differently, if we found ourselves at a garage sale at Andy's house and all of the Toy Story toys were in a box, which toy would we choose? It is March madness season, so that means we…
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Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania Review
Quantumania brings the Quantum Realm to the big screen to blast off Phase 5 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Bryce is joined by Ben to discuss the latest film in the MCU. They look back at Phase 4 and discuss what they are looking most forward to in the future of Marvel films and tv shows. Ben…
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Best Month to Visit Disney Parks and Cruise
There are so many decisions to make when planning a Disney vacation, but choosing when to go may have the most impact on your trip. Ben and Erica are tackling the best month to visit the three major U.S. Disney destinations: Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and Disney Cruise Line. Crowd levels,...
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Would You Date This Disney Character?
We all love the many fantastic characters that Disney animation has created. Characters like Elsa, Woody, Simba, Maleficent, Gaston are all fun to watch and offer something special. But would you date one? It's an interesting question. Sure Woody is an adorable doll, but his snarky attitude may…
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Indiana Jones and the Temple of the Forbidden Eye
Indiana Jones Adventure is one of the most beloved Disney rides in any of the parks. A classic, memorable, and thrilling ride. However, over the years, some things have changed on the ride, and as some more changes are sure to approach with it going through some refurbishment until sometime in...
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First Time Cruiser Trip Report
All Aboard! Last month we set sail on the Disney Dream for our first EVER cruise! Darrell is very prone to motion sickness and Kari hates traveling, so how did the trip go? We opted for a cruise instead of a visit to the parks because we wanted a relaxing vacation where we could unwind and not…
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David Does the Dopey Challenge
David just finished the Dopey Challenge at the 2023 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend! He gives us the full recap of registration, training, carb-loading, and the overall race experience from this year's events. All this plus a splash of Disney news on this week's episode of Mouse House Weekly!...
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Fans Speak, Disney Listens!
The cries of Disney fans across the land have been heard! Disney released some big announcements, covering everything from Magic Key passes at Disneyland to the return of complimentary parking at WDW. Ben and Erica break down all the big news and then share what announcements they would like to...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Mouse House Weekly is your one stop destination for all things Disney. We not only cover Disney World and Disneyland, but we cover Disney Cruise Line, Disney food, Disney movies, and Disney Plus. Your hosts are a large group of Magical Vacation Planners, Disney Annual Pass holders, movie critics, and Disney enthusiasts just like you. If you crave all things Disney like we do, welcome, you're among friends.
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Golden Spiral Media
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