The Monday Morning Monorail Podcast is hosted by Justin Monorail, Landon The Doz Doane and Stephers. Every Monday morning we bring you the latest theme park news from around central Florida, including headlines from Walt Disney World, Universal and SeaWorld. The Monorail crew also shares travel tips, touring advice, food and drink reviews, and humorous commentary on the hot topics every theme park fan wants to know about. Welcome aboard!
…
continue reading
Hosted by Brandy and Dave (IG: @brandyanddave). The DisFluencers Podcast spotlights influencers across the Disney Fan Community - from YouTube to Podcasts to Instagram and other Social Media Platforms. Our intent is to focus on why these influencers became part of the community. We talk tactics, gear, and processes, and, of course, a whole bunch of Disney! Brandy and Dave Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandyanddave YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/brandydave Twitter: https://www.twitt ...
…
continue reading
This week Justin, Landon and Stephers are joined by a very special guest to share the big news about the future of the Monday Morning Monorail Podcast. We also embrace the festive spirit and share all the Christmas cheer that is coming to Walt Disney World for the holiday season!由Justin Monorail, Landon ”The Doz” Doane and Stephers
…
continue reading
1
Walt Disney World AP Price Increases, a Long Big Thunder Shutdown, and Loaded Fries All Around | Episode 225
1:18:21
It's Halloween week and we're celebrating with spooky Walt Disney World news. This week, Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss price increases for a Walt Disney World Annual Pass, an extensive refurbishment for Big Thunder Mountain, several new loaded french fry options around the resort, menu changes at Sci-Fi Dine-In Cafe and Mama Melrose, and the …
…
continue reading
1
Epic Universe Has an Opening Date and Disney Announces Lightning Lane Premier Pass | Episode 224
1:35:12
This week Justin Monorail and Landon the Doz Doane discuss Universal Orlando's announcement about the opening date for Epic Universe and Disney's announcement of the new Lightning Lane Premier Pass. We round out the show with the conclusion of Fastpass/Standby/Snack Break and we provide a little more detail about the future of the Monday Morning Mo…
…
continue reading
In this week's episode, Justin Monorail, Landon the Doz Doane and Stephers discuss our favorite places to shop for souvenirs at Walt Disney World.由Justin Monorail, Landon ”The Doz” Doane and Stephers
…
continue reading
1
Walt Disney World in October, Jollywood Nights Treats, and Fastpass/Standby/Snack Break | Episode 222
1:22:29
This week Justin Monorail, Landon the Doz Doane and Stephers give you a preview of the month ahead in Walt Disney World and Universal Studios with a weather outlook and refurbushment schedule review. They also discuss the Everything Pop food court refurbishment and dive into the Jollywood Nights Foodie Guide. During the Across the Universal with St…
…
continue reading
1
News from Disney World and Universal Orlando and a Magic Kingdom Dining Discussion | Episode 221
1:21:25
Summary In this episode of the Monday Morning Monorail Podcast Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss Disney, Universal and SeaWorld news including: the impact of Hurricane Helene, Justin's viral tweet about Disney park entry, the sell-out of Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, and the introduction of Star-Lord meet and greets at Epcot, the new Gli…
…
continue reading
This week Landon the Doz Doane brings you headlines from the friendly confines of the Monday Morning Monorail newsroom while Justin Monorail and Stephers report from the field. Stephers shares her thoughts on Disney's Animal Kingdom and whether or not she believes it's a full day park. Justin and Stephers give the Rise of the Resistance single ride…
…
continue reading
This week Stephers takes the monorail for a solo spin as Justin Monorail and Landon the Doz Doane are away on assignment.由Justin Monorail, Landon ”The Doz” Doane and Stephers
…
continue reading
Summary In today's episode, Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss Walt Disney World news including: 1. The possibility of Walt Disney World introducing the Lightning Lane Premier Pass A new $79 seasonal pass for Disney water parks 2. The replacement of Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy with a Disney villains show at Hollywood Studios 3. The renaming…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 217: Epcot's International Food and Wine Festival & Halloween Horror Nights 33 Night 1
1:25:44
Summary In this episode of the Monday Morning Monorail podcast, the Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss the start of the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival and their favorite food and drink options. They also mention the Eat to the Beat concert series and the different acts performing throughout the festival. In the second half of the show,…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 216: Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs, Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, and Stephers' Disneyland Trip Report
1:36:08
Summary In this episode, Justin Monorail, Landon the Doz Doane, and Stephers discuss Walt Disney World, Universal and SeaWorld news including: Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs at Disney's BoardWalk, the extension of the Encanto show in Epcot, and the new DVC Polynesian Island Tower. The hosts share their thoughts on the new re-categorization of Universal hote…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 215: Peter Pan's Flight Updates, #SavetheMuppets, Universal's Vacation Package with Dining, and UOAP Passholder Nights
45:34
In this episode of the Monday Morning Monorail podcast, Justin Monorail discusses various news and updates from Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld Orlando. He talks about the refurbishment of Peter Pan's Flight and the updated Native American scene. He also mentions the release of the foodie guide for the Epcot Food and Wine F…
…
continue reading
This week Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss every Walt Disney World parks announcement from the D23 convention. From Disney's Animal Kingdom to the Magic Kingdom, we break down all the details we could find about the new attractions, experiences, lounges and more coming to the Walt Disney World resort in the over the next several years. @MorningM…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 213: Mickey's Not So Scary Foodie Guide, Harry Potter's Epic New Land Reveal, and Justin's Country Bear Review
1:28:27
In this episode of the Monday Morning Monorail podcast, Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss recent experiences at Walt Disney World and share their excitement for the upcoming Halloween season. They talk about central Florida theme park news, focusing on the Halloween food offerings at Walt Disney World as well as Universal's big reveal of the last…
…
continue reading
In this episode of the Monday Morning Monorail podcast, Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss various topics related to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld Orlando theme parks. They talk about the latest news, including the retirement of Genie Plus and the launch of Lightning Lane Multi Pass. They also discuss the pricing for Lig…
…
continue reading
In this episode of the Monday Morning Monorail podcast, Justin Monorail and The Doz discuss news from around the Central Florida theme parks, and then discuss the controversial Vulture article that pits Disney parks and resorts vs. Universal park and resorts. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Challenges with Technology 06:29 Reviving the Blog on the …
…
continue reading
1
Episode 210: A Polite Pig Review, Walt Disney World & Universal Orlando News, and D23 Announcement Wishes
1:33:17
This week Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss news from the Central Florida theme parks including: Justin reviews his lunch at The Polite Pig Landon announces a trip down to WDW for Not So Scary. Walt Disney World News - Jungle Cruise refurbishment timeline Country Bears Musical Jamboree reopening Star Wars Rise of the Resistance single rider testi…
…
continue reading
This week Justin and Landon record in person together for the first time in a forever! Landon welcomes Justin in to the not-so-isolation station of love and the guys discuss news from Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando.由Justin Monorail and Landon ”The Doz” Doane
…
continue reading
1
Episode 208: Disney Introduces Lightning Lane Multi Pass, The Ghosterbusters Return to HHN, and FastPass/Standby/Snack Break
1:58:22
This week Justin, Landon and Stepher discuss news from the Central Florida theme parks including: Walt Disney World News - The Foodie Guide for the annual Flavors of Florida Disney Springs event Sleepy Hollow menu changes Peter Pan's refurbishment timeline and speculation Walt Disney World's halfway to the holidays announcements and the biggest new…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 207: WDW Shares July 4th Plans, Universal Unveils Dark Universe Details, and Fastpass/Standby/Snack Break
1:16:57
This week Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss news from all the Central Florida theme parks including: A Father's Day park visit recap from Justin Monorail, and his experience on Tiana's Bayou Adventure Walt Disney World's operating schedule and special entertainment plans for the 4th of July A new souvenir mug at Oga's Cantina Universal shares det…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 206: It's a Zaddy Monorail Father's Day with Theme Park News, and a Top 5 Disney Dad Discussion
1:18:48
This week Justin and Stephers discuss news from Walt Disney World, Universal and SeaWorld including: Communicore Hall's Grand Opening The Completion of Epcot's Overhaul Summertime Updates for Walt Disney World and Lion King's 30th Anniversary Universal's Epic Universe Preview Center Grand Opening and Universal's Land for Possible Expansion SeaWorld…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 205: Jollywood Nights is Alive, A Quiet Place is Coming to HHN, and M34D Presents Cranium Command
1:29:20
This week Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss: Walt Disney World news including: Refurbishment schedules around Walt Disney World The return of Jollywood Nights A first look at Island Tower DVC rooms at Disney's Polynesian Resort New menu items at Docking Bay 7 Universal new including: Walls are down at the Epic Universe preview center Universal sh…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 204: Pride Month Foodie Guide, Premium Haunts, and Pitch a Terrible Disney Parks Movie Idea
1:33:43
This week Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss: Walt Disney World news including: Disney Parks posting a Tiana Bayou Adventure POV Ride-Thru The Pride Foodie Guide for the Walt Disney World Resort The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District and Disney reach an agreement on the WDW 10 year development plan Universal Orlando new including: The Epic…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 203: DAS at Disney, DreamWorks Land Previews, HHN Originals & Stephers' Sensational Snack Station
1:37:11
This week Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss: Walt Disney World news including - The DAS Policy change rollout The return of the Rock 'N' Rollercoaster at Disney's Hollywood Studios And rumors of a movie based on Club 33 Universal Orlando news including - Justin Monorail's DreamWorks Land and Summer Tribute store reviews More Halloween Horror Nigh…
…
continue reading
Justin Monorail, Landon the Doz Doane, and Stephers gather in the lounge live on YouTube with dozens of our theme park loving friends to geek out over the latest Halloween Horror Nights house announcements. In the last half of the show, we share some of our favorite merch and souvenirs we've acquired from the theme parks over the years, and we tell…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 202: Cobb Salad Controversy, Tiana's Bayou Adventure Previews, an HHN House Announcement, and Fast Pass/Standby/Snack Break
1:25:54
This week Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss... Justin's weekend adventure recap including: Smellephants on Parade... again! The Forces of Nature show at Epcot Justin Reviews the Irish Cobb Salad at Finnegan's in Universal Walt Disney World News including: The stress of securing Annual Passholder preview spots and 7am Virtual Queues Tiana's Bayou …
…
continue reading
1
Episode 201: Unique Snack Reviews, Headlines from the Parks, and FastPass/Standby/Snack Break
1:26:36
This week Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss: Justin's reviews of snacks from the Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios Walt Disney World News including: The opening date for Tiana's Bayou Adventure Smellephant rewards! Refurbs for Peter Pan's Flight, Big Thunder Mountain and the All-Star Movies' Cafeteria This years Not-So-Scary Halloween Party da…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 200: Monorail Fam Shout-Outs, Disney News, Epic Reveals and M34D Returns with Body Wars!
2:02:03
This week Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss: Our 200th Episode Shout-Outs from the Monorail Family Disney news including: The debut of Smellephants on Parade in the Magic Kingdom Rock 'n' Roller Coaster's Refurbishment Disney extending the Forces of Nature show in Epcot A new art Exhibit coming to the America Pavilion in Epcot And a potential Sun…
…
continue reading
This week Landon discusses news from Walt Disney World including: Multiple permits filed around Walt Disney World Starting date for the 2024 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival A park celebrating a 35th anniversary and more of course! QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What is YOUR favorite memory from Disney's Hollywood Studio? @MorningMonorail on Instagram and X Pleas…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 198: Smellephants on Parade, Tasty May the 4th Treats, and Victoria and Albert's Earns a Star!
33:21
This week Justin Monorail discusses: Victoria and Albert's earned Walt Disney World's first Michelin Star The new Smellephants on Parade attraction in the Magic Kingdom Sweet Star Wars themed treats you'll find around Walt Disney World for May the 4th Universal's special ticket offer for Florida residents and Jason Derulo pulling out of the Seven S…
…
continue reading
Justin Monorail welcomes Landon The Doz Doane and Cousin Kevin to the Passholder Lounge to discuss the Theme Park Attraction Transfer Portal. Will your favorite Magic Kingdom attraction decide to move to the Animal Kingdom? Wait, is all of Islands of Adventure moving to Hollywood Studios? Listen and find out now! Don't forget we go live on The Pass…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 197: Landon Won the Masters, Walt Disney World Updates DAS Policy, Universal Flies Us Thru Their New Resorts and SeaWorld's Got Free Beer!
1:27:20
This week Justin and Landon discuss news from Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando and SeaWorld including: Walt Disney World's additional free dining dates Disability Access Service policy updates Josh D'Amaro's difficulty explaining the Galactic Starcruiser A limited time VIPassholder Lounge in Epcot's World Showcase Universal shared a virtual fly…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 196: Disney Opens the Update Floodgates, Universal Announces HHN Dates, and SeaWorld Announces a 5K
1:27:38
Justin and Stephers round-up all of this week's Central Florida theme park news including: Walt Disney World News... Disney unveils high-tech animatronics for Tiana's Bayou Adventure and introduces new musical characters Permits have been file for the mysterious Beyond Big Thunder Project Animal Kingdom's Tropical Americas project clarification Soa…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 195: The Future of DinoLand, Communicore Hall's Grand Opening, Epic Universe's Isle of Berk Reveal and More!
1:32:59
Justin, Landon and Stephers dicuss the latest Disney World, Universal and SeaWorld news, including: Disney's settlement with the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Disney's affordable housing project Permits filed for construction in DinoLand at the Animal Kingdom Communicore Hall's opening date and the Encanto Singalong Show A new drone sh…
…
continue reading
This week we have a little crossover surprise for you as we present the audio of the live Passholder Lounge from March 19th, 2024. In this episode of The Passholder Lounge, Justin, Landon and Stephers join together to crown a champion of the MMMMMM bracket. The Passholder Lounge is a live YouTube show where we discuss our love of drinks and theme p…
…
continue reading
Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss round 1 of the Monday Morning Monorail March Madness Mayhem bracket, and select winners that will advance to compete in the round of 32.由Justin Monorail and Landon ”The Doz” Doane
…
continue reading
1
Episode 192: Walt Disney World Character Dining, and Our Universal and Miscellaneous Attraction Bracket Reveal
1:16:31
Justin, Stephers and Landon return to discuss character dining! With the return of 1900 Park Fare in April, the Monorail crew share their thoughts on character dining at Walt Disney World, Universal and beyond! In the second half of the show Monday Morning Monorail March Madness Mayhem continues. Stephers reveals her Universal bracket, and Justin s…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 191: Disney's Water Park Perks, Universal's DreamWorks Land, & Monday Morning Monorail March Madness Mayhem
1:29:08
Justin and Landon discuss Disney's Water Park Perk offer for resort guests, and all of the announcements Universal shared for their upcoming DreamWorks Land, set to open Summer of 2024. In the second half of the show Justin and Landon unveil the Disney side of their Orlando Theme Park Ultimate Throwdown March Madness Bracket!…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 190: Landon's Orlando Trip Report, Soarin' Around Old Epcot, the Monorail Menu Challenge, and Black History Month Spotlight on Mardi Gras
1:18:33
Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss Landon's recent trip to Orlando, the removal of the NBA Experience in Disney Springs, the Return of Soarin' Around the World to Epcot, CommuniCore Hall construction, and drone testing over Disney Springs. We also touch on the new menu at Circus McGurkis in Universal's Island of Adventure, and PengiunTrek construc…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 189: Animatronic Tiana, FLO-GAR Menus, Universal's Epic App Upgrade, and a Black History Month Spotlight on Paradise Park
1:25:58
Justin Monorail and Stephers geek out over the highly advanced Princess Tiana audio animatronic, comb through the foodie guide for Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival, introduce a new #MonorailMenu challenge, review the newly upgraded and improved Universal parks app, and throw down a challenge to SeaWorld to step up their popcorn buck…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 188: Disney's Earnings Call Announcements, Universal's Mardi Gras, and a Black History Month Spotlight on Charita Carter
1:18:43
Justin Monorail, Landon The Doz Doane and Stephers discuss: Disney's partnership with Epic Games, Moana 2, Disney's investment in Parks and Experience Capacity Expansion, and The New Little Mermaid Show Coming to Hollywood Studios. Over at Universal, Justin recaps his visit to Universal Mardi Gras. In Segment 2, we continue with our Black History M…
…
continue reading
Justin Monorail and Landon The Doz Doane discuss news from Walt Disney World, Universal and SeaWorld including: Xray machine bag check testing at Epcot, Bioluminescent resfresh work in Animal Kingdom's Pandora, New building updates on Grand Avenue in Hollywood Studio, Monorail fleet refurb work, Universal's Mardi Gras and SeaWorld's corporate rebra…
…
continue reading
Justin Monorail, Landon and Stephers discuss all the details Universal Orlando shared today about their upcoming 2025 theme park, Epic Universe由Justin Monorail and Landon ”The Doz” Doane
…
continue reading
1
Episode 186: Baby's First Good to Go Day, Virtual Queue Successes and Failures, and Tasty Treats from Epcot's Festival of the Arts
1:27:06
Justin and Landon discuss Justin's Magic Kingdom "Good to Go" day, as well as some of Justin's recommendations from the Epcot International Festival of the Arts. In the news portion we review SeaWorld's somewhat complete concert line-up for the Seven Seas Food Festival as well as the potential for a Zelda themed land at Universal Orlando. morningmo…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 185: Walt Disney World and Universal's Festival Concert Lineups, SeaWorld Announces Another Hotel, and a Discussion on Physical Park Maps
54:47
Justin Monorail and Stephers discuss the concert lineup coming to Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival as well as Universal's Mardi Gras celebration. We also debate the merits of physical park maps and whether or not we agree with Universal's choice to eliminate them from their parks. Finally we discuss SeaWorld for the second week in a…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 184: The Country Bears New Groove, The Simpsons Countdown, and SeaWorld's Big Hotel Splash
1:13:09
Justin Monorail and Stephers discuss: Newly announced "Good to Go" days at Walt Disney World The Country Bears new act coming this Summer Universal's plan to wind down Simpson's land Epic Universe progress SeaWorld's plans for their first hotel and Penguin Trek, SeaWorld's upcoming family coaster Follow us on all the socials @MorningMonorail and vi…
…
continue reading
Justin Monorail goes solo today as we celebrate the beginning of Epcot's Festival of the Arts. Also, following the announcement of free dining plan packages for Disney+ subscribers, we break down the Disney Dining Plan and discuss different points of view on whether or not it might be valuable for Walt Disney World guests.…
…
continue reading
Justin Monorail, Landon The Doz Doane and Stephers are back together for our first episode of 2024. News is light for Disney, but Universal is making a splash in the headlines overseas. In segment 2, Skipper Bob joins us to Review Eet, the newest quick causal restaurant in Disney Springs.由Justin Monorail and Landon ”The Doz” Doane
…
continue reading
This week Justin and Stephers discuss several changes coming to Walt Disney World in 2024, including the elimination of park pass reservations for most guests, the return of all day park hopping, virtual queue changes, and the new Annual Passholder Good to Go Days. We also discuss the newly revamped Little Mermaid show coming to Hollywood Studios i…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 180: A Surge of Walt Disney World News and Justin Monorail Reviews Epcot’s Luminous
1:19:38
This week Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss: The Summer House on the Lake, A potential new restaurant or lounge at the Polynesian DVC tower, Drones and the possibilities of nighttime spectacular enhancement and a big new addition to the Animal Kingdom family. In segment 2, Justin Monorail recaps his after dark visit to Epcot's World Celebration G…
…
continue reading