In this episode of Weekend Wonderland, we talk about our experience at "Taste of Universal" last weekend. In the news we discussed Disneyland tickets going on sale as well as Disney updating their "look" for cast members.  We also compared annual passes to other Southern California theme parks. 

Time Stamps:

Intros, What We’re Drinking, What We’re Watching: 0:00

News: 11:52

"Taste of Universal": 48:30

Recommendations: 1:21:19

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Links of stories discussed:

Disneyland Tickets!

https://disneyland.disney.go.com/tickets/

Disney Look

https://disneyland.disney.go.com/availability-calendar/?segments=ticket,ph&defaultSegment=ticket

Recommendations:

Allison

Universal is fun, you should go

Justin

MLS is BACK!

Kaitlin

@LostWeekenders on Instagram Book Club

#TronBefore2028

In this episode of Weekend Wonderland, Kaitlin brought a March Madness style bracket for us to determine the ultimate Disneyland snack. In the news we had a long discussion around DisneylandForward, including lots of predictions, and share an update on Disney's new theatrical release calendar.

#TronBefore2028

Time Stamps:

Intros, What We’re Drinking, What We’re Watching: 0:00

News: 6:44

This Week in Disney History: 34:06

Snack Madness: 42:45

Recommendations: 1:16:23

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Show notes and links:  

Find our source for "this week in Disney History" here: http://kpolsson.com/thisday/disney/pickaday.htm

Links and Stories Discussed

DisneylandForward

DisneylandForward website: https://disneylandforward.com

OC Register Story Kaitlin refers to: https://www.ocregister.com/2021/03/25/disneyland-unveils-plans-for-theme-park-retail-and-parking-expansion/

LA Times Story Kaitlin refers to: https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2021-03-25/disneyland-forward-proposal-shops-attractions-parking-resorts

Recommendations:

Kaitlin

Class Action Park - HBO Max

Allison

In CA, April 1st, 50+ vaccinations open

In CA, April 15th, 16+ vaccinations open 

In this episode of Weekend Wonderland, Justin brings a return of the recurring series, ______ or Something Justin thought of while having a Shower Beer, featuring random Disney Promotions and Marketing. In the news we had a long discussion around Disneyland Reopening, including lots of predictions (when will Avenger's Campus open?!) and share an update on the changes coming to Jungle Cruise!  

Time Stamps:

Intros, What We’re Drinking, What We’re Watching: 0:00

News: 11:20

This Week in Disney History: 45:13

Disney Promotion or Something Justin Thought of While Having a Shower Beer: 56:12

Recommendations: 1:22:23

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Show notes and links:  

Find our source for "this week in Disney History" here: http://kpolsson.com/thisday/disney/pickaday.htm

Links and Stories Discussed

Disneyland Reopening!

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2021/03/magic-is-back-at-disneyland-resort-theme-parks-plan-to-reopen-on-april-30/

Disney announced further details around the refurb of Jungle Cruise

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2021/03/jungle-cruise-adds-new-characters-mischievous-wildlife-and-skipper-humor-to-classic-attraction/

Allison's Recommendation: Bystander Intervention training

https://www.advancingjustice-aajc.org/events