
Mass Mouse Fans
By Chris Rose

Mass Mouse FansMar 08, 2023

WDW Resort Overview with Brien
In this episode, Chris invites his friend Brien on and gives an overview of the Walt Disney World resorts. From the Value resorts up to the Deluxe Villas, Chris tries to convince Brien why staying on property is the best experience any Disney traveler can have.
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Thoughts and opinions about the D23 WDW Announcements
After a long hiatus, Chris welcomes back cohost Matt to discuss their thoughts and opinions about the announcements made during the D23 2022 Parks Panel, specifically focusing on the Walt Disney World announcements.
Topics include EPCOT's Moana's Journey of Water, the new CommuniCore pavilion, the reimagining of Animal Kingdom's Dino-Land USA, and what's going on behind Big Thunder Mountain at the Magic Kingdom.
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D23 Expo 2022 Parks Panel Recap
Chris invites his very special guest, Westley, to join him as a recaps all of the announcements made at the D23 Expo Parks panel held on Sept. 11, 2022.
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Genie+, After Hours Events and (mostly outdated) News!
Chris and Matt discuss the new Disney Genie+ app, along with the new Lightning Lane upcharge. They also discuss After Hours events at the parks, and finally some news coming out of WDW.
Full transparency: This episode was recorded in November of 2021. I had started editing it, got distracted by a squirrel for 10 months and then finally I was able to concentrate once again on editing. Please forgive me.
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The 50th Anniversary Preview Show!
Chris and Matt discuss all of the exciting details of the Walt Disney World Resort's 50th Anniversary! There's so much coming, they can barely contain their excitement!
Okay, we'll be honest. There really isn't a whole lot coming to the 50th Anniversary. Parades are still missing. Attractions that were promised during the 2019 D23 event aren't going to be ready. Character events are limited. All four parks are going to get really bright lights and.... that's about it. Look, if you're new to the Mass Mouse Fans podcast, you might not want to pick this episode as your first to listen. Go back to the beginning when there was still optimism. The guys promise they will be in better spirits on the next episode (unless that episode is about the new Genie+ app coming to the parks).
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Ranking the Epcot World Showcase Pavilions
We attempt to tackle the job of ranking each pavilion within the Word Showcase. Tune in as Chris and Matt, along with outside help from Carson, Westley and Stacie, rank each country and see if their rankings match with how you would rank them.

February 2021 Trip Report
In our first episode of 2021, Chris and Matt discuss Chris's recent trip to WDW in February. It was a long weekend trip, but Chris managed to visit two parks, several resorts and shopped at Disney Springs. Find out what it's like visiting WDW during COVID, and what changes have been made to accommodate social distancing, what the crowds are like, and what dining options are available.

A Conversation about the Layoffs
On this episode, Chris is joined by Matt, as well as returning guest, Westley, to have a frank and open discussion about Disney's announcement of laying off 28,000 cast members. We discuss the impact of COVID-19 on not just the Disney parks, but the country as well. We also discuss ongoing projects in the Disney parks and whether they should continue with their progress, or halt work until everything is sorted out.
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The Wilderness Lodge Episode
Want to explore the great Pacific Northwest, but in Florida? You should check out Disney's Wilderness Lodge, with its majestic greenery, stunning views and Native American décor. Join Chris and Matt in this week's episode as they discuss this fascinating and luxurious resort located in the Magic Kingdom area of Walt Disney World.
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Remembering Alien Encounter! (with WDW News Discussion)
Did you ever go on Alien Encounter when it was open at the Magic Kingdom? Did it terrify you? Did you walk out of the attraction, thinking to yourself, How could Disney ever think that this would be fun for the whole family? Chris and Matt talk about their experiences on this extinct attraction, and offer some facts and opinions about one of Disney's most thrilling attractions. We also discuss some of the latest news coming out of the WDW parks.
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The Fort Wilderness Resort and Campsite Episode
Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort and Campsite is a rare gem. You get the experience of vacationing in the great outdoors while only a few (hundred) steps away from a major theme park. Join Chris and Matt as the talk about this resort, as they discover new things that they hadn't known about.
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Drinking Around World Showcase
Do you have one of those friends who has never been to a Disney park because they don't know what there is to do for adults? Well, Chris's friend Brien is one of those people. Brien enjoys food and beverages, so Chris tries to convince him that the World Showcase at EPCOT is the perfect park for him. Join Chris, Brien and eventually their friend Johnny C as they discuss all 11 pavilions, the Food & WIne Festival and a few other locations to enjoy some adult festivities.
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Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, and some News!
Chris and Matt discuss their love of the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, and Matt recalls his experience of taking his wife to the Senses Spa. They discuss facts about the resort, how some of the holidays are celebrated, and how they can't afford it on their salaries. Also, we start the show off with a little WDW news.
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Let's talk about some WDW News - 7/12/20
There's been a whole lot of news coming out of WDW; Parks reopening, a Splash Mountain re-theme, the NBA staying in the Disney "bubble", COVID-19 guidelines, long lines at Guest Services and much more. Chris and Matt discuss each topic and share their thoughts.
Interested in planning your next Disney vacation? Visit our partner, Danielle Elliott, to help with all of your trip planning needs. Here's how you can contact Danielle:
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Cast Member Preview of MK with Carson!
On Tuesday, 7/7/20, our On-the-scene correspondent Carson visited the Magic Kingdom as part of Disney's Cast Member Preview day. She sits down with Chris and Matt to share her thoughts, experiences and a plethora of notes she took during her visit. Get the full insight into what the parks will look like when they reopen to the public.

The Pop Century Episode
Chris and Matt talk about their love of the Pop Century Resort. Hear the reasons why they rank this as one of their top resorts when staying at WDW.
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The Caribbean Beach Resort Episode
On this episode, Chris interviews Matt about his time staying at the Disney Caribbean Beach Resort. Hear all the details from dining, lodging, recreation and more!
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It's the Live FB Chat Episode of 5/27/20!
Chris opened up the Mass Mouse Fans FB Chatroom to talk with the fans about the World of Disney Store reopening to 3+ hour wait times, the Disney Co. announcing their plans for reopening WDW, resorts reopening and Spaceship Earth closing. There's also a discussion about the lingering effects of COVID19 and the parks. Sorry if the sound is a little distorted. This was recorded to FB and then re-recorded to a sound mixer.

A Perfect Day in Epcot - Part 2
As Chris and Matt continue their perfect day at Epcot, they leave Future World and venture into World Showcase. They will visit all 11 country pavilions and discuss how they would spend the day (and night) exploring each country.

A Perfect Day in Epcot - Part 1
Chris and Matt discuss their perfect day at Epcot. Technically, it's their perfect day if it were the end of 2019, before Future World began its renovations. Join us, as we take a walk around Future World, with Club Cool, Mouse Gear and the Fountain of Nations still in tack. And then, stay tuned for Episode 15 in which we explore World Showcase.

Reconnecting with Matt after Hiatus
Chris reconnects with Matt after a brief recording hiatus. We talk about the current status of the Disney parks, how COVID19 may affect the parks going forward, and somehow Matt convinces Chris to play his Mass Mouse Fan demo.

Going to Disney with kids
Continuing our discussion of traveling to WDW as adults, Chris and Matt talk about which attractions, events and restaurants do they think kids would appreciate.

Going to Disney without kids
With Matt becoming a father recently, he and Chris discuss attractions and events at WDW that would be better enjoyed without the kiddos. Take a listen and find out if any of your picks made the list.

A perfect day at the Magic Kingdom Part 2
Chris and Matt continue their conversation about how they would describe their perfect day at the Magic Kingdom.

A perfect day at the Magic Kingdom Part 1
How would you describe your perfect day at the Magic Kingdom? Great weather? No lines? Unlimited Fast Passes? Tune in to today's episode to found out how Chris and Matt describer their perfect day at MK.

Planning out a trip with Trish! Part 2
On today's episode, I continue my conversation with Trish as she plans out a trip for her and her family.

Planning out a trip with Trish! Part 1

Looking Forward to 2020 - Part 2

Looking forward to 2020 - Part 1
On this episode, Matt joins me as we discuss all the things coming to the WDW parks on 2020 that we're excited for. This is part 1 of a 2-part conversation.

These are a few of my favorite Podcasts
Matt and I continue talking about the various multi-media tools that we use to stay in touch with WDW. In this episode, we talk about our list of favorite WDW-related podcasts.

These are a few of my favorite YouTubers
In this episode, I'm joined by my friend Matt as we discuss our favorite Disney-related YouTube channels, and how they keep us connected to the parks.

A Newbie's Guide to Visiting WDW - Part 2
We continue our conversation with Westley, who describes his first time visiting WDW in 2017.

A Newbie's Guide To Visiting WDW
On our first episode, I talk with Westley, a newbie to the WDW parks, as he describes his first trip to WDW in 2017. He shares tips for first timers, as well as some of the experiences he had while traveling with Chris. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode.

MMFP Preview Episode
Just a brief intro into what the Mass Mouse Fans Podcast is all about. If you're a resident of the northeast, like I am, and can't make it down to WDW as often as you'd like, we'll be discussing the different ways that we stay in touch with WDW news and events, as well as discuss some of our favorite attractions, restaurants, resorts, transportation options, shopping, and whatever else we can come up with.