Two Grown Ups and a Mouse
by AJ and Andrew
We’re AJ and Andrew, our adoration for all things Disney has grown exponentially over the 15+ years we have been together. From going to the parks yearly developing into going to the parks quarterly, which has now turned into going to the parks monthly. From shopping all things Disney to enjoying Disney movies. From our Disney snowglobe collection to our selection of Disney attire. To put it mildly, we eat and breath Disney. Join us weekly as we take a dive into all things Disney but for Grown Ups as we share with you our own experiences with Disney without kids.
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Episodes
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Ep56: Toy Story Land at Hollywood Studios - All to see and do!
We talk about everything to see and do in Toy Story Land, from grabbing a quick service meal and a specialty tart at Woody's Lunch Box to riding Slinky Dog. But the most impressive part, as usual with Disney, is the theming of the area, especially at night. Check it out!
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Ep55: Star Wars Galaxy's Edge at Disney's Hollywood Studios
We talk about a recent trip up to Hollywood Studios to check out the new Galaxy's Edge land, join us as we talk about what we saw and experienced in this exciting new area of Hollywood Studios. We really enjoyed it as Star Wars fans, but it is also one of the best themed areas Disney has produced...
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Ep54: Some tips for buying or creating some custom or matching shirts for your Disney vacation
Who doesn't want to be Matchy-matchy (as AJ likes to put it)? Or maybe you want to do a little Disney bounding? Well it's a lot easier with some custom shirts and other clothing items, we talk about a number of ways to get some custom clothes items made. From official Disney personalized items to...
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Ep53: Adventureland at Magic Kingdom - where to eat, shop and ride!
Today we run through Adventureland, covering all of the place to eat - there are wonderful options such as Pecos Bill - Tall Tale Inn where you can get fresh sauteed onions and mushrooms to the ever classic Dole Whip. Classic attractions such as the Jungle Cruise, the Enchanted Tiki Room and how...
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Ep52: The Land Pavilion in Futureworld Epcot
Want to check out one of the best quick service restaurants in Futureworld of Epcot? Want to dine with Chip and Dale with some other Disney Characters? Do you want to go Soarin' over some of the most breathtaking places on the planet? Do you want to see some brilliant science at work in…
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Ep51: Surrey bikes and Boat rentals at Walt Disney world
We take a look at some more 'beyond the parks' type activities, first we talk about a recent experience renting surrey bikes at Disney's Boardwalk and taking a couple of laps around the area...in the blazing sun! And then we cap it off about a more relaxed boat tour of the lagoon in the middle of...
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Ep50: Character Breakfast at Cape May Cafe
A quick review of the character breakfast at Cape May Cafe at Disney's Beach Club resort, a Disney Vacation Club property. This is one of the better character breakfasts we've had at Disney, we really enjoyed it. Also, look out for the special Donald Waffles in celebration of Donald's birthday!
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Ep49: Centertown Market at Disneys Caribbean Beach Resort
We talk about a recent visit to Centertown Market, what we had and enjoyed, the variety of items on the menu, which is mostly standard Disney food items with a Caribbean flare to them, and we also talk about some of the healthy/healthier options available at this wonderful place to eat.
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Ep48: The Marketplace at Disney Springs
We give a quick overview of all of the stores you can find in the Marketplace section of Disney Springs. From fine art to the Lego Store, to the worlds largest Disney Character store, you can find a bit of everything at Marketplace.
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Ep47: Food Trucks at Disney Springs Westside
Looking for one of the few places at Walt Disney World to find a fresh hand dipped corn dog? You can find one at the group of food trucks at Westside Disney Springs. Plus you can find a whole list of other goodies, and they are all good from our experience. From some Mac-n-Cheese to some veggie...
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Ep46: Disney Springs Westside - a quick look at all that is available
Today we take a quick look at all of the stores, restaurants and entertainment available at Disney Springs Westside, from House of Blues to Bongos to the new NBA Experience opening later this summer. We'll take a little deeper look into some of the attractions in other episodes, but please enjoy...
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Ep45: The Grand Floridian Cafe
We talk about a recent visit to the Grand Floridian Cafe located, where else, but the Grand Floridian Resort at Walt Disney World. This is the only non signature/non character restaurant at the Grand Floridian. It offers a nice mix of dishes, and some great deserts and at some very good prices...
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Ep44: A quick look at the all new Disney Parks Designer Collection
Disney recently announced a number of designer ear hats coming to the Walt Disney Resort area and the Shop Disney website over the next year. These designers includ Harveys, Alex and Ani, Coach, Her Universe and many more. Just what we all need, something else to collect!
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Ep43: The Disney Boardwalk a hidden gem filled with great restaurants, shopping and nightlife!
We take a quick look at Disney's Boardwalk, from ESPN Club to the famous Flying Fish Cafe to the dueling piano's at Jellyrolls, there is a wide breadth of entertainment options available at Disney's Boardwalk. So rent a bike and take a ride around the lake on your next visit and check it out!
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Ep42: 30 years of Hollywood Studios!
We take a quick look at the history of Disney's MGM/Hollywood Studios and some of the early attractions along with some new and future attractions such as Toy Story Land and the upcoming Star Wars Galaxy Edge!
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Ep41: All about the free Passholder magnets available at WDW
Everything you wanted to know about the free passholder magnets available at the Walt Disney World Resorts. From the original black and white AP style magnet to the different magnets released throughout the year for the different events and seasons. We can't wait to see what they release next!
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Ep40: Some of the fun you can have on Easter at Walt Disney World
Easter like most holidays is celebrated throughout the Walt Disney World resort area, including services at the Contemporary resort, brunch and lunch at a number of restaurants, photopass opportunities at a number of locations. You have plenty of options to enjoy the holiday, check it out!
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Ep39: Just a sampling of free items you can get at Walt Disney World
Who doesn't love free stuff? Today we talk about a wide variety of the stuff you can get for free at Walt Disney World. From buttons to free shows to various other handouts you can get during your vacation, you have a wide array of options that won't cost you a single penny during your Disney...
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Ep38: Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant at Hollywood Studios
Today we talk about Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant at Hollywood Studios, it is one of the first restaurants we discovered and opened our eyes to another level of quality dining that you can experience during your Disney vacation. The experience alone is worth checking out, you get to sit in…
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Ep37: Information about Golfing at Walt Disney World
Today we're talking about another 'Beyond the Parks' option, Golf at Walt Disney World! There are 4 courses to choose from, a single walking only 9 hole course and three 18 hole courses, all three full courses have recently hosted PGA tournaments. We give some quick tidbits about the courses...
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Ep36: Some new experiences at various Walt Disney World Resorts
In todays podcast we talk about a number of new experiences available outside of the parks at various WDW resorts. The first one we talk about is the Captain Hook’s Pirate Crew experience, which sounds like a fun treasure hunt, and not a bad value as it includes a meal. Then we dive into Mermaid...
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Ep35: Les Chefs De France at Epcots World Showcase
We talk about a recent meal we had at the wonderful Les Chefs De France located in the France pavilion at Epcot's World Showcase. How can you go wrong with French food, and you likely won't be disappointed by a meal here. It's also one of the higher end table service restaurants before you move...
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Ep34: The Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival
Today we talk about the upcoming Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival. Some of the new items this year, some of the old and classic items we enjoy, and just an overall brief overview of what you can expect to see at this wonderful festival. From food, to concerts, to all the amazing...
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Ep33: Coral Reef Restaurant at the Epcot Seas Pavilion
Today we give a quick review of a recent visit to the Coral Reef Restaurant at Epcot, we enjoyed the food, but it (obviously) is definitely a sea food restaurant. But don't worry, if you're like Andrew and don't like Sea Food, there are a number of other options available. All the while you are...
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Ep:32 Water parks and Mini Gold at Walt Disney World
Today we talk about a couple of great options to check out when you don't want to visit a park. First we go into the two great water parks at WDW, Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach, both wonderfully themed and offer a lot of fun for those off park days. Then we talk about the two mini golf...
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Ep31: The Chef's Table at Victoria and Albert's at the Grand Floridian
Today we talk about the wonderful experience of dining at the Chef's Table at Victoria and Albert's. It is truly a magical experience for any food lover, the cost is on the high side, but this is one of those once in a lifetime experiences that you will never forget.
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Ep30: A recent trip to the Epcot International Festival of the Arts
We recently visited the Epcot International Festival of the Arts and go over some of the fun stuff you can do at this festival. From the Disney off Broadway musical shows to the various seminars you can watch, and then it wouldn't be Epcot without a lot of great food and beverage options. And we...
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Ep29: Character Dining at Tusker House and Satu'li Canteen
Today we talk about character dining at Tusker House and a recent lunch experience at Satu'li Canteen both at Animal Kingdom. One is a great breakfast buffet including a number of characters and Krispy Kreme donut holes...mmmm And a great quick-service meal at Satu'li Canteen in Pandora. Both are...
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Ep28: Decadent snacking options around Walt Disney World
AJ and Andrew talk about the myriad of snacking options around Walt Disney World, from savory to mostly sweet, we cover the huge array of options you have. From the basics like Popcorn - and how you can get cheap popcorn refills by simply refilling your popcorn bucket to Churros to Purple Potion...
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Ep27: Fireworks Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing
AJ and Andrew talk about the Fireworks Desert party with standing Plaza Garden viewing that we recently experienced. How can you go wrong with lots of sweet and savory delights and then a reserved area to watch the fireworks at Magic Kingdom? You can't! Join us as we talk about this wonderful...
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Ep26: Some great discounts available at Disney World
A Disney vacation can be expensive, however there are a number of great discounts available that can save you a bit of cash. We go over a number of them including: Disney Visa Card, Passholder discounts, discounts for military members at Shades of Green, Florida resident discounts, Tables in...
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Ep25: Our favorite rides at Walt Disney World
Today we talk about some of our favorite "rides" at the 4 parks of Walt Disney World. Some of them old and classic rides there from nearly opening day all the way to some of the newest rides. What are some of your favorites and why?
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Happy Holidays from Two Grown Ups and a Mouse
Just a quick holiday note wishing you and your families a happy and safe holiday. We'll be back to posting our regular weekly episodes next week.
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Ep24: A look back at Star Wars Weekends at Hollywood Studios
AJ and Andrew reminisce about Star Wars Weekends at Hollywood Studios and compare it to the new Star Wars Galaxys Edge opening in 2019, or at least what we think will be around based on the rumors that are out there now. We also talk about one of the awesome packages Disney did for that final…
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Ep23: Fantasmic! Dessert & VIP Viewing Experience at Hollywood Studios
AJ and Andrew review a recent trip where we experienced the Fantasmic Dessert & VIP Viewing Experience, we got a decent amount of goodies, an adult beverage, and prime viewing for Fantasmic. It was an excellent value, especially if you haven't seen the show yet, we highly recommend it!
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Ep22: Epcot International Festival of the Holidays Cookie Trail
AJ and Andrew talk about the Epcot International Festival of the Holidays, specifically the cookie trail and some of the foods available at all of the kiosks around the world. Plus we talk about some of the story telling events at the various countries. We had a lot of fun collecting the stamps…
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Ep21: Some new celebrations around the parks - News about Star Wars Galaxy Edge
AJ and Andrew talk about a multitude of new celebrations coming to each of the 4 parks at the Walt Disney World resort area as part of the Now More than Ever push from Disney. These include new character meet and greets, new celebrations, a new logo design for the 30th anniversary of Hollywood...
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Ep20: The Various Disney Shopping apps - Black Friday Shopping at Disney Springs
AJ and Andrew talk about the two Disney mobile apps dedicated to shopping - the Shop Disney Parks App and the Shop Disney App. What's on each, the discounts that may be available on each, etc. Hopefully we clear up a little bit of confusion on the two apps with similar names. Also AJ talks about...
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Ep19: Happy 90th Birth Day Mickey
AJ and Andrew talk about all the special events happening around the WDW resort area (and beyond) to celebrate Mickey's 90th Birthday. From a little history of his first appearances all the way to special merchandise and special food events happening for this special day.
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EP18: Holidays around the Walt Disney World Resort area
Today we give a good overview of the various holiday pieces of holiday magic at the Walt Disney World Resort, from the gingerbread house at Grand Floridian Resort, to the chocolate Merry Go Round at Disney's Beach Club Resort and such classics as Mickeys Very Merry Christmas Party. We also cover...
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Ep17: Sebastian's Bistro at Caribbean Beach - Incredibles 2
AJ and Andrew give a review of a recent meal at Sebastian's Bistro at Caribbean Beach Resort, this is a newly opened Latin/Caribbean themed restaurant, part of the major reconstruction project at Caribbean Beach. We really enjoyed this new dining experience, and it looks like it may be a new...
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Ep16 - Olivia's Cafe at Disney's Old Key West Resort
Today we're talking about Olivia's Cafe at Old Key West, one of the few places at Disney where you can get some good sea Scallops and a proper fried chicken dinner. This was probably our 3rd or 4th visit to Olivia's, and we really enjoy it. We also apologize for the shortened episode, too many...
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Ep15: Ride reviews from a recent trip - Quick Service at Art of Animation - Ant-Man and the Wasp
AJ and Andrew give some thoughts on some of the rides we rode on a recent trip, all of them classic Disney rides. A quick review of the Landscape of Flavors, the quick service dining option at the Art of Animation resort, dinner wasn't bad...but nor was it great. And finally we wrap the episode…
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Ep14: Undiscovered Future World Tour - What to wear strategies - Tonys Town Square
AJ and Andrew talk about a recent visit to Epcot where we took the Undiscovered Future World Tour, we give a little overview of what the tour covers and our thoughts on the experience. We discuss a few tips to help you pack for your trip, especially some of the gotchas that catch folks outside of...
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Ep:13 Retired Attractions - Designer Disney Handbags - Remy on DCL
Today we talk about a few rides and attractions that have been retired from Walt Disney World - gone but certainly not forgotten! AJ also goes into a little bit of detail on one of her favorite subjects, designer Disney handbags! Finally we finish off the episode by talking about dining at Remy…
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Ep12: Things to do outside of the parks - News and Hearsay - Palo on Disney Cruise Line
AJ and Andrew talk about a few things to discover outside of the parks, like making your own candles at the Co-Op, or painting your own Food and Wine Festival inspired wine glass on the Boardwalk and more. We also go over some news and hearsay that we saw lately, including some favorite…
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EP11: Hotel Plaza Blvd Benefits - The Artist's Palette - Solo A Star Wars Story
AJ and Andrew talk about the extra magic hours and FastPass Plus reservation benefits of staying at one of the non-Disney hotels on Hotel Plaza Blvd, just outside of Disney Springs, all excellent options. We also talk about one of our favorite counter service restaurants The Artist's Palette at...
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Ep10: Animal Kingdom Lodge - 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Center
AJ and Andrew discuss a recent stay at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and the strange way they stumbled upon the deal to stay there. We also go into much more detail about the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival, specifically the often missed Festival Center. Discover why you shouldn't miss this…
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Ep9: A multi-part look at the 3 and 4 day Disney Cruises on the Dream
AJ and Andrew take a deep dive into the 3 and 4 day cruises offered by Disney Cruise Line on the Disney Dream. In the first of this multi-part episode we're taking a general look at the ship itself, some of the general/common areas and a quick review of the rotational dining on the Disney Dream...
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Ep8: Disney Transportation - Yachtsman Steakhouse - Rogue One Review
AJ and Andrew talk about all the way you can get around the Walt Disney Restort area with Disney Transportation, from boats to buses to monorails and beyond, there are a lot of options available. We also talk about one of our favorite restaurants, Yachtsman Steakhouse, an all around excellent...
About this show
We’re AJ and Andrew, our adoration for all things Disney has grown exponentially over the 15+ years we have been together. From going to the parks yearly developing into going to the parks quarterly, which has now turned into going to the parks monthly. From shopping all things Disney to enjoying Disney movies. From our Disney snowglobe collection to our selection of Disney attire. To put it mildly, we eat and breath Disney. Join us weekly as we take a dive into all things Disney but for Grown Ups as we share with you our own experiences with Disney without kids.
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