Mouse House Weekly
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.
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 fans discuss each episode in order, discussing their praises and issues, as well as quick summaries for what happened to refresh any memories of the show. They talk about …
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 get to see the boats from the ride drift by while you enjoy your meal. As a rider on Pirates, we find the opening scene drifting through the bayou …
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 detailed look at the exhibit that celebrates the studio that started it all. Connect with Mouse House Weekly: Facebook community Twitter Instagram Golden Spiral Media Feedback Page
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 many great ways to help prepare starting at home, and Erica has some especially creative tips. Plus, Ben and Erica discuss what to consider when picking a resort, how …
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 decor throughout the hotel. Guests also appreciate the convenience of staying in a Disney hotel, with easy access to the parks, early admission to select attractions, and the ability to make dining …
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 Toontown opening day experience in episode 164. This week, Darrell and his daughter, Addi, visit southern California to give their experience with Super Nintendo World and Mickey's Toontown. They also discuss the newly refurbished Indiana …
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 Weekly, Blake and JJ compare Disney’s recent animated and live-action projects (roughly 2020-2023), to previous films in the previous years (roughly 2017-2019), and their recent Disney park additions when compared to …
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 the discussion about the exciting future for our favorite company. Connect with Mouse House Weekly: Facebook community Twitter Instagram Golden Spiral Media Feedback Page
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 Run is launched. This week Erica and Ben help guide you through the quantity of qualifiers for queues at Walt Disney World, and talk about the impact Tron has on …
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 houses of Mickey and Minnie Mouse. The fictional backstory given for Mickey's Toontown is that it was a hidden Toon suburb that Mickey Mouse had moved to in 1930 to keep in touch …