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Well folks, Justin and Autumn are back at it again with another jam-packed episode of Easy Diz It! This time, they're tackling the controversial topic of how to use Disney's Genie+ system without being glued to your phone the entire vacation.

They kick things off with some friendly banter about Autumn's car troubles and the woes of car shopping as a couple. But soon enough we dive right into the main topic.

Justin gets fired up reading a strongly-worded 1-star review from a guest named Edward. Poor Edward felt like he spent more time stressing about Genie+ reservations than actually enjoying himself. Cue Autumn reeling Justin back in - they agree constant phone use takes away from the magic of family time at Disney.

This leads into their helpful tips for minimizing phone time with Genie+. First up is the "Use, Make" strategy - book your first Lightning Lane at 7am, then after using it, book your next one. Only check for modifications during scheduled breaks. Simple but effective!

Join Autumn and Justin on this week's Easy Diz It, a Disney Podcast as they dive into all things Christmas and holiday related at Walt Disney World! In this episode, they discuss the latest announcements from D23, play a Disney World holiday trivia game, read 1-star reviews of Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party to help make your next Disney trip magical, and more. Tune in to hear details on the new holiday offerings like Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, Jollywood Nights, Festival of the Holidays at Epcot, fun character meet-and-greets like Santa Goofy, tips for navigating holiday crowds and planning your Disney Christmas vacation, and insights into Genie+ strategy to maximize your park time. Whether you're a Disney expert or first-timer, this episode is full of helpful advice to make your Walt Disney World Christmas vacation dreams come true.

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We talk about how to prepare for the crowds during one of the busiest times of the year. Manage your expectations, cope with rude guests, and prepare your budget.

Highly Suspect Headlines (Disney News Game)

The D’Santis- Disney feud heats up, a mini Mickey cheer on your merch purchases, and Tron Light Cycle Run debuts at Walt Disney World.

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Will Justin run the table on RunDisney trivia? Probably not!

Tips from a Nerd

Let's talk about WDW Annual Passes. I help you decide if it’s a good value for your circumstances. Is it worth it for you?

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Highly Suspect Headlines (Disney News Game)

Are cast members getting a special deal on Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser? Has a man visited Disneyland ever single day for almost 3000 days? Will Walt DIsney World build an underwater hotel at Epcot? Did Genie+ actually sell out? FInd out as Autumn does her best Deciphering this weeks headlines.

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We bedazzle Justin with Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique trivia. Are you a Prince or a Princess? A Knight or a Pirate? Either way it’s gonna cost you some cash!

3 Tips from a Nerd

We dive into military discounts and special military only resorts at Walt Disney World. Shades of Green could save you pile of green!

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Ever thought about visiting Disney World during presidents day weekend? Maybe don’t! Between schools being out, people expecting low crowds, and rides down for refurbishment it can be one of the busiest weekends of the year! We read a 1-star WDW review from Tripadvisor to help get ready for this less than ideal time to visit.

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Highly Suspect Headlines (Disney News Game)

Reedy Creek Improvement District will be replaced instead of Dissolved

Bob Iger Celebrates his birthday by cutting 7000 jobs at Disney

Full house keeping coming back to Disney World resort hotels

Headliner Avatar Attraction Announced for Disneyland (Sus)

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How good of a neighbor is Justin anyway? Autumn tests his knowledge on Good Neighbor hotels. We talk about how helpful early entry can be, and a bit about extended evening hours for Deluxe Resort guests.

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We discuss expectations and benefits of staying at a budget extended stay hotel like Extended Stay America. We read a 1 star review from Tripadvisor where we learn feral cats can be a good thing!

Outro is Clayton Farris. Check out his hilarious Disneyland stuff on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@claytonfarris4ever/video/7176389277784313134?

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We are back from a hiatus! Hope you enjoy our first show in 6 weeks. Today we cover:

• Where have you been, why no with the podcast none?
• A small piece of allll the recent Disney and Universal News
• How to get rich quick selling tap water on the internet
• Disney trivia about Disney refurbs
• 3 tips from a nerd, including tips gleaned from a recent client visit in December/ January
• What the heck is going on Crystal Palace, we are coming for you!

Special thanks to Clayton Farris for letting use his audio at the end of the podcast. Check him out: https://www.tiktok.com/@claytonfarris4ever Hilarious Disneyland content. 

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Show Notes

This week we discussed among other things, how the fear of missing out might impact you theme park trip.

Highly Suspect Headlines (Disney News Game)

Prices are up for single day tickets, Park hopper addon is now variable

• Magic Kingdom – $124 to $189
• Animal Kingdom – $109 to $159
• Disney’s Hollywood Studios – $124 to $179
• EPCOT – $114 to $179

Disney Sued over Genie+

Here on Easy Diz It, We share ideas on staying happy and healthy in the parks. And we have some fun with news games and trivia. This week we discussed among other things, vacationing solo in theme parks.

Highly Suspect Headlines (Disney News Game)

Disneyland’s Adventureland Treehouse re-theme revealed as the Encanto Treehouse

• This was rumoured for a while as they have been working on it since 2021
• Was Swiss Family originally, then re-themed to Tarzan in
• New theme is inspired by the original Swiss Family Treehouse, but will be based on a new family.
• Expanded ground level attractions kitchen, dining room, and Fathers art studio, that features sketches of the rooms above

Doctor Who coming to Disney+

• Beginning in 2023, Disney will begin airing new Doctor Who episodes
• Tenant is coming back!

Small World in Disneyland adds a mobility impaired character

• Appeared when reopening with holiday overlay
• "The dolls are participating inclusively alongside their non-disabled peers, which is something we want to see more of, instead of being depicted as limited or incapable because of a disability," Houghton

Three tips from a nerd focuses on traveling solo

Save money- You can also save money by using the single rider lines instead of buying whatever skip the line product is available. At Disney World, there are only 4 attractions that have single rider: Millennium Falcon, Expedition Everest, Test Track, Rock n Roller coaster. Universal Studios has a ton of single riders. And most other theme parks have them too. Single rider lines are usually best when the ride vehicles seat 4 or 6 to a row. Two by two roller coaster usually aren't that good. Expedition Everest being a huge exception.

Avoid hassle- Wait less for food and drink by sitting at the bar. Toothsome's Chocolate Emporium was my latest example. Fantastic restaurant, tough to get a seat. Bar seating was available on a Saturday night!

Have more fun- Strike up conversations in line.

If you're like me, fun can go either way for this type of thing. Social initiations can be a lot of work and anxiety producing. So here are some things I do.

Opening line: Have you been on this yet?

If the answer is brief the conversation is over.

If the answer is enthusiastic either way, a follow up might be: Did you like it? or Have you heard anything about it?

At this point you’ve done your work for an initiation and the ball is in their court if they want to keep the conversation going.

Document the line experience. If you don’t want to talk to people, or you are socially drained: Pretend you are a theme park journalist or vlogger. It gives you something to do!

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We talked about the Keys to the Kingdom Tour at Magic Kingdom. At $114 and 5 hours, this tour is somehow pricey but still feels like a good deal!

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This week we talk everything Universal Studios, from differences in ride accessibility to free behind the scenes ride tours. Give it a listen and let us know what you think!

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Please join us for part 3 of our Strollin' the Castle series with Tommy from the Cheesy Mouse Podcast. This week we are walking through Liberty Square, culminating in a discussion one of our favorites, Haunted Mansion.

We'll be back next week with our regular show! 

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Here on Easy Diz It, We share ideas on staying happy and healthy in the parks. And we have some fun with news games and trivia.

Highly Suspect Headlines (Disney News Game)

Pumpkin Spice Mickey Ice Cream Bar Coming to Disney World

• The pumpkin spice craze seems to get crazier every year. What started out as a few fall flavors to mix up menus at restaurants, has turned into a competition who can create the craziest pumpkin spice food. Disney World is trying to cash in on the pumpkin spice madness with a brand new Pumpkin Spice Mickey Ice Cream Bar.

Universal Orlando and Islands of Adventure attendance numbers surge ahead of ¾ Disney World Parks

Genie+ pricing switched to a variable, date based pricing structure

• $20 first day friday, $22 second day saturday
• Disney says it will be $15 and up for the rest of October

Three tips from a nerd focuses Genie+ and Lightning Lanes. How to use them, and some strategy tips too!

Save money- purchase for MK or HS only, or skip all together and opt for early entry and a touring plan. Skip the Individual Lightning Lane purchases and rope drop these attractions if you want to ride them.

Avoid hassle- phone time and refreshing can be quite a hassle.

Here on Easy Diz It, We share ideas on staying happy and healthy in the parks. And we have some fun with news games and trivia.

Three tips from a nerd focused on road trips this week.

Save money- If you are driving, seriously consider staying off-site.

• Many offsite hotels will have a kitchen
• Complimentary breakfasts

Avoid hassle- Pack a road bag/cooler to avoid digging through your luggage mid trip

• Snacks, beverages
• Change of clothes if staying over night
• Phone chargers and external batteries

Have more fun- Keeping entertained on the way home. Fight the Disney Blues!

• Would you rather, Disney edition
• Wild Disney challenges
• Plan your next Disney trip

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Here on Easy Diz It, We share ideas on staying happy and healthy in the parks. And we have some fun with news games and trivia.

NEW SEGMENT- 3 Tips from a nerd

Save money- Bring in snacks. Food at Disney is expensive. Snacks can run $6-10. Quick Service meal averages around $15

• Bring in tasty morsels, make it good stuff you usually don’t get.
• Remember things melt in the Florida heat.
• Keeping your blood sugar from dropping will prevent those impulse food purchases

Avoid hassle- Travel in September, October, the beginning of December, the end of January. Lines are better.

• Especially good for first time visitors who want to experience a lot without a ton of planning
• Trade off might be additional attraction closures for refurbishment.
• Look at the crowd calendar on touringplans.com or disneytouristblog.com

Have more fun- Hidden mickeys

• Silhouettes of mickey mouse found in ride queues, on buildings
• Make it a competition with your family
• Originated in Epcot (Barret, HiddenMickeyGuy)

A Stumps J- Disney plus trivia

Highly Suspect Headlines- True or False News Game

1. Disney Is Making a Figment Movie Produced By Seth Rogen
2. Disney closes 3 days for hurricane Ian.
3. In celebration of Epcot’s 40th Anniversary, Justin from the Easy Diz It podcast purchased 2 tickets to Disney’s Hercules: The Mythical Musical Adventure.

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We read a 1 star Magic Kingdom review, discussing some of the ins and outs of Lightning Lanes and Memory Maker/ Photo Pass. 

Strollin' the Kingdom with Tommy

Tommy from The Cheesy Mouse Podcast ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cheesymouse-podcast/id1638352075 ) and myself continue our stroll through the Magic Kingdom park. This week we visit Frontierland. Here's the link to the Kidney stone story: https://www.livescience.com/56261-kidney-stones-roller-coaster.html Told you so, true!

We start off the show today discussing some of our most and least favorite Halloween movies, and make plans for October viewing. Tower of Terror starring Steve Guttenberg is featured.

Trivia is all about Hocus Pocus, Justin is flawless. Don’t listen to this part. Just trust me, flawless.

On highly suspect headlines we find out if Epcot is getting moving sidewalks, if Tiana’s Mom is getting her own dress shop in a Disney park, Haunted Mansion release date details, and if Bob Iger shall henceforth be named as “Sir Bob Iger of Anaheim Rodentia”

On the main segment Tommy and I talk a walk around Adventureland as part of our new segment, Strolling the Castle. A little bit of history, our own personal experiences and perspectives and a couple fun facts sprinkled in here and there. 

The Cheesy Mouse Podcast:

Autumn does Mainstreet USA trivia. Justin presents some highly suspect headlines, some which include misleading information about "Disney losing it's Magic" in the eyes of its fans.

In the main segment we try something new! We read a 1 star Yelp review of Crystal Palace and try to talk the writer through the experience. Maybe it helps you on your next trip? Let us know!

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Today on the show we do all Highly Suspect Headlines. Tune in to see if the following headlines are true or not:

• Bob Chapek Meet and Greet at Magic Kingdom
• Dinoland USA to be replaced with Zootopia and Moana attractions
• Mickey and Minnie to be married to celebrate the Disney companies 100th anniversary. https://jimhillmedia.com/the-year-that-mickey-minnie-almost-got-married/
• Hatbox Ghost Coming to Haunted Mansion in Walt DIsney World https://hauntedmansion.fandom.com/wiki/Unproduced_Haunted_Mansion_Film_(Guillermo_del_Toro)
• New Restaurant. Tiana’s Palace iis coming soon to Fronteirland in Disney World.
• Tron Lightcycle Run to open in Spring of 2024
• Plans revealed to expand Magic Kingdom with an entire land devoted to Villains

Next we talk to Tommy about Universal Studios, especially his favorite, Volcano Bay! We talk Tapu Tapu, VelociCoaster, Hagrid’s Motor Bike and more! Check out Tommy here:

In Highly Suspect Headlines find out if Tiana is getting a new Magicband+, if a luxury purse brand is going with a Llama motif, Bluey’s Dad will fart on Disney+, and if Thor Love and Thunder will be released on Disney+

In trivia, Autumn stumps Just with some good ol’ fashion Country Bear Jamboree content!

In our main segment we talk about Direct Taika Waititi, who recently directed Thor Love and Thunder. We talk a bit about his body of work, why we like him, and what we think about him directing and upcoming Star Wars movie.

Dan is a funny man with many jokes you will enjoy. You can follow him here:

First we recapped our recent Disney World trip featuring the 4 park challenge, the Dooney and Bourke challenge, and Justin self congratulating for passing for adult in his comportment. That is, Justin was able to combine a little of what he learned about conflict resolution from Autumn with a verbal diffusion strategy he uses himself with some of his clients. Upshot, the day wasn’t ruined! We talk about the exhausting four park challenge then our great day on the monorail crawl.

Then, in the Highly Suspect Headlines (Warning, some below may be false!)

New Haunted mansion Dooney and Bourke released

• Characters included on the print are:
• Constance Hatchaway
• Madame Leota
• Hitchhiking Ghosts
• The Hatbox Ghost
• The Caretaker and his dog

Lego Star Wars: Summer Vacation features original song by Weird Al

• Rotten Tomato score 88
• Scarif Beach Party

Splash Mountain Characters Removed from Mickey’s “Boo-To-You” Halloween Parade

New Genie++, allows guests to schedule Lightning Lanes instead of picking next available.

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Sorry no news and trivia this week! We recap our experiences at Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water country USA. See the website for a transcript!

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Highly Suspect Headlines CAUTION! Some of these may be lies!

Princess Tiana themed cookware revealed for EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival presented by Corkcicle

• The collection includes kitchenware and apparel.

Free scavenger hunt at the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival presented by Corkcicle, offers lenticular cups featuring Mickey and Tiana as prizes.

• Actually $9.99 plus tax

Bluey Season 3 coming to Disney+ August 10th

• The first will have 25 seven-minute episodes.The premiering episodes will “also include a range of home-based stories that reflect, in humorous and sometimes poignant detail, the usual and unexpected occurrences of everyday family life,” which is Bluey-speak for “at least one episode will make the grownups cry.”

Guy Ritchie to direct Live-action remake of Hercules

• Gul Ritchie directed the Alladin remake, which grossed over 1 billion dollars.

Trivia was Epcot Food and Wine!

In the main segment we guessed each other’s choices for each Food and Wine booth.

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Everything this week is Princess Tiana!

Highly Suspect Headlines (WARNING SOME OF THE HEADLINES BELOW ARE FALSE!)

Date announced for the Princess Tiana splash mountain retheme, February 2023

• Actually Late 2024

Title of the new attraction announced, Tiana and Naveen’s River Journey: A Bayou Adventure

• "In many ways, Tiana's Bayou Adventure is a love letter to New Orleans. Like the musical city that inspired this attraction, Tiana's second act is about a community working in harmony to achieve something extraordinary. She reminds us of an immutable truth we can all relate to: 'If you do your best each and every day, good things are sure to come your way.' And that's a melody we can all sing along to!" said Charita Carter, the executive producer of relevancy activations at Walt Disney Imagineering, in a statement.

Princess Tiana will sport a new ornate gown during the ride

Amid #SaveSplashMountain debate, Jim Cummings refuses to voice Raymond. Steve Guttenburg steps in to replace.

Check out our webpage for audio transcript!

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Highly Suspect Headlines (Some of the headlines below are LIES!)

Two Years After Splash Mountain Replacement Announced, Disney Promises More Info Next Week

• Princess Tiana is based on the real life person, Leah Chase: https://www.oprah.com/entertainment/the-woman-behind-the-princess-and-the-frogs-tiana/all

Disney World planning to give space mountain a Light-year retheme

• Rumors are actually about Disneyland
• Started with silhouettes of space mountain in promo materials
• Now stickers have been seen at Disneyland space mountain

Disney’s $110,000 Trip to All Disney Parks Around the World SOLD OUT Before Going On-Sale to General Public

2022 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Dates and Prices Released with $100 price increase

• On 24 select nights, November 8 through December 22, 2022
• “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade”
• Cookies and Cocoa
• As an exclusive treat for event attendees, Space Mountain, Tomorrowland Speedway, Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor, and Mad Tea Party will all receive a special holiday makeover. (lighting and music)
• Ticket prices will range from $149 to $199

Genie+ and Lightning Lanes while Park hopping

Touringplans Priority Lists

Highly Suspect Headlines (CAUTION Headlines may be false! Listen for details)

• Obi-Wan Kenobi series to be released to theaters Nationwide June 22nd
• Adventures by Disney announces super luxurious worldwide private jet adventure priced at $110k
• Victoria and Alberts set to reopen July 28th at a discounted celebratory rate
• Light-year opens with a disappointing $21 million dollar opening night

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• Mostly Camel related content. Enjoy!

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Highly Suspect Headlines

The New Disney Wish Cruise Ship is Officially Delivered from Meyer Werft

• Disney’s first Liquified Natural Gas powered ship
• Disney Wish launch date had been scheduled to be June 9, so it is rather fitting that the official handover from the shipyard to the cruise line takes place today. Next month the vessel will sail on her first official cruise from her new homeport, Port Canaveral.
• The Travel Agents over at Unlocking the Magic Travel are planning a group cruise on the Disney Wish for May 29 - June 2, 2023, Save up to $400 off retail price plus $100 on ship credit if booked through UTM Travel

Spider-Man Stuntronic Crashes Into Building After Malfunctioning at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure

Keeping Things Fresh: Disney World Just Debuted A New ‘Summer Mickey’ That Hangs Around Disney Resort Pools In The Smallest Swimsuit You’ve Ever Seen

My Disney Experience App Crashes on Day 1 of Cosmic Rewind (FALSE)

• Virtual Queues at 7am went in seconds
• ILL went in minutes

Imagineer reveals Guardians of the Galaxy coaster design was originally based on the Big bang (TRUE)

• Wyatt Winter talked on D23 Inside Disney Podcast
• Omni coater plus big bang, then gaurdians idea was floated
• Coaster cost over $500 million to build, Bloomberg citing Dennis Speigel, an industry consultant.

Genie+ pre purchase add-on is being discontinued in June

• Starting June 8th
• Disney could start capping Genie+, subject to availability
• 2023 packages will go on sale June 8th as well

On select days, Cosmic Rewind will have 3 Virtual Queue windows

• The last one being for guests staying at DIsney Deluxe resorts, for Extended park hours
• 7am, 1pm (must be in park), 6pm (deluxe only)

Joey Fatone headlining Epcot Food and Wine Festival August 5-8th

• Eat to the Beat concert series
• Times: Starting at 5:30 PM, 6:45 PM and 8:00 PM
• Location: America Gardens Theatre at EPCOT
• Dining packages are available

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is returning in 2022 with a 50% increase in ticket prices

• 2019, the average price of a ticket to the party was $96.53
• In 2022, the average price of a ticket jumps all the way up to $143.17!
• last year’s Halloween event was a pricier event called Disney After Hours Boo Bash, the price of a ticket to the Halloween event went down just over 4% between 2021 and 2022

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In the sad, sad, news:

Today in the news we talk about:

• Encanto goes back to the theater after huge success on Disney+
• President day crowd levels at Disney World
• Recent Ticket prices increases
• Recent media releases on Starwars Galactic Starcruiser

Thank you to our new sponsor MyGenie, a personal digital assistant app that helps plan your day. We really appreciate all the money

We switch it up this week and do Trivia first. Bold moves! Hope you are interested in learning about Bob Iger because that's all we talk about for 10 minutes.

In news we talk about the new Halcyon Legacy Comic book series coming February 2nd. Galactic Starcruiser voyage will include complimentary Lightening Lane access to Rise of the Resistance and Smugglers Run. New Universal Park “Epic Universe” planned to open summer of 2025. Then we talk about parades. Yay parades :) Festival of Fantasy Parade returning to Disney World in March.

Then here Autumns plans for her theme park!

Today in the news we talk more about those wacky figment popcorn buckets, hiring bonuses for new employees, new strollers, and Josh Gad's campaign to have Columbia join the EPCOT World Showcase. Let's start a petition!

Justin got all the trivia correct, no surprise there! You can just skip that part of the show because now you know he got all the answers correct.

Justin and Dan talk about Eternals. Maybe it wasn’t the perfect movie but they enjoyed the acting and the visuals. Justin commits to watching Eternals 6 times in 2022.

Don’t miss Dan’s show this Friday at 10Selden in Woodbridge CT. Unless you live on the West Coast, then it's ok to miss it. Find more Dan here:

Today in the news we talk new discounts for Savi’s Workshop and the persistence of light sabers in plastic baggies on Batuu. We discuss our love for Jiko and it’s impending return. Purple dinosaur popcorn buckets are really popular. We love figment here we really do. But 7 hours? And Autumn recounts her close and personal encounter with Patricia Richardson and by extension, Tim Allen when we discuss the upcoming Sant Clause limited series on Disney+.