In my opinion, the fan organized group WDW Celebrations is one of the great things going on at Walt Disney World right now. They organize great events, usually for a very affordable amount, around big days at Disney's famous theme Continue reading Discuss this post, and anything e

In my opinion, one of the most fun things of any Disney park is their ability to change with regards to the different seasons, celebrations or recent movie releases from the Walt Disney Company. I know that they can use the parks as a way to promote the release, but sometimes if it is done in such

A few MousePlanet readers have asked me to detail my experience at this event, so I'll quickly flesh out the updates I posted during the evening via my MousePlanet Twitter account. ( @MousePlanetAVP ). In the interest of full disclosure, my husband and I attended this event as the guests of

Walt Disney World today announced a trifecta of new discounts, some of which run through the end of September 2011. *Free dining* Free dining is back, with the same split-level implementation as has been the case recently. Those staying at value resorts will get the Quick Service Dining Plan for

Walt, CV Wood, and Buzz Price discuss the location of Disneyland. Some would say that Harrison "Buzz" Price played as big a role in the success of Disneyland as Walt himself. After all, if Buzz hadn't figured out the ideal Continue reading Discuss this post, and anything

FREE Dining Offer: Book a Walt Disney World vacation Magic Your Way package and get a select Dining Bonus - Free! Book a value resort - Get Quick Service Dining Plan Free! Book a moderate, deluxe or villa - Get the Disney Dining Plan Free! This offer requires a 4-Night Minimum Stay with park adm

Dumbo opens in Fantasyland on this date in 1955.

There are many fun reasons to visit other cities - to see historical sights, to experience local culture, and to see a different way of life. Of course, if you are a Disney fan, you will also enjoy looking out for the local Disney Store. And if you are visiting a European Capital, you can bet that

News and Rumors are gathered from various different websites. All rumors are rumors and are to be taken as such. News It had been said that Hollywood and Vine would be closed for refurbishment from Jan - March, but this is not true. There will work being done in the backstage area, bu

While writing my recent newsletter article on "Walt Disney World Hooks" I was basically sharing how I feel regarding very specific memories I have of Walt Disney World and how those moments grab me. I had no idea what kind...

There are so many hidden treasures of Disneyland Paris that it is important to always look around you. Look to your left, your right, below and - most important, perhaps - up! Take for example this sign, when you exit part of Froniterland that includes Woody's Round-Up and Critter Corral. This

I've linked to some work by Julien Neel before, and here's his latest. It's a one man acapella version of the Aristocats favorite Everybody Wants To be A Cat. I'm diggin' it. Discuss this post, and anything else related Continue reading Discuss this post, and anyt

Here's a little something for you Hayley Mills fans and I know you're out there, too. This is from the Disney Channel in 1988, meant to promote the made-for-TV movie Parent Trap III. Related Posts:Dateline: Walt Disney Imagineering Dreamflight Dateline: Walt Disney

The Star Wars convention Celebration V is in Orlando this weekend and Disney has used the moment to debut a new video that teases the upcoming changes to its Star Tours attraction. The video was introduced by Imagineer Jason Surrell, Continue reading Discuss this post, and anything el

Herb Ryman has some cake before setting off on safari As we've mentioned, after the completion of EPCOT Center Imagineer Herb Ryman left for a trip to the wilds of Africa. His paintings from the trip evoke the majestic landscapes of the continent, with which Herb became infatuated while working

Top Ten Favorite Classic TV Shows of All Time (not necessarily in order of faveness) Mickey Mouse Club The original series redefined children's TV, taking it to a more polished studio-produced level and, after Rick Nelson helped initiate TV's teen pop star phenomenon. Honorable men

The Alice in Wonderland ride in Disneyland has its grand opening on this date in 1958.

AllEars.Net has announced plans for its 15th anniversary celebration, beginning in January 2011. Readers can look forward to a number of site enhancements, meet-and-greets in various Disney locations, and much more, including a special group cruise on the newest Disney Cruise Line ship, the Disney

*5: Don't be an upstanding photographer.* Upstanding is the practice of shooting everything at eye level while standing directly in front of it. Many times this is unavoidable, as there are crowds, and you happen to be where you happen to be, but often when you're just grabbing some footage

For those of you not getting enough Netcot-goodness, I'd like to take this time to provide two links which have much more frequent updates than Netcot.com has (thank you, social media for ruining blogs! I I mean "for allowing us all to 'connect' in new ways" yeah, that'

of my death have been greatly exaggerated. -Mark Twain. Hey everyone! I'm still here its just been a very busy year at work. More to come on that topic but for now I simply wanted to say "hi" and let you know there are some upcoming podcasts in the queue that will roll out shortly ..

I've seen this posted a few sites now and thought I'd share it for those of you who haven't yet seen it. Like it or hate it, their point is clearly well-taken by even Disney: there's room for improvement. Which is precisely why the $1B upgrade is underway. I'd like to see these

Florida Today has the complaint from the family of the cast member killed in last summer's monorail accident. From Disney's perspective it's a chain of bad luck that resulted in tragedy, from the family's perspective, it's pretty damning. In newly Continue reading

After abruptly closing on July 15, the Alice in Wonderland attraction at Disneyland has reopened. Guests will notice a new safety barrier along the outside, elevated track where the caterpillar cars descend. The barrier will assist cast members and maintenance Continue reading Discuss

Hello again! Hope your week has been stellar! And Happy Friday the 13 th ! (Who's superstitious?!) This week, we saw a lot of interesting stuff in the blogger world. Some were articles that surprised...others were just good information...just as always, but this week just seemed to have a

Candlelight Processional Dinner Packages go on sale August 26. A partial, tentative list of celebrity narrators for Epcot's annual reading of the Nativity, performed with a choir, includes: -- November 26-28: Isabella Rossellini -- December 7-9: Jodi Benson -- December 10-11: Whoopi Goldberg -

At the Star Wars Celebration V fan event, fans caught a first glimpse of a new video that will appear in the queue area of the reimagined Star Tours attraction in Disneyland park and Disney's Hollywood Studios next year. The video produced by Star Tours is a new "commercial" that s

The details on le Chteau de la Belle au Bois Dormant in Paris amaze me - there is always something new to look at every time you visit the beautiful castle. Take, for example, the detailing around the window at the back of the Castle. This is from the second floor, where the gallery of

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #183 for the week of August 15, 2010. There is so much more to experience in Walt Disney World beyond the attractions, shows, resorts and dining options. In fact, [...]

Happy Monday, everyone! Today we are looking at details all around Walt Disney World, literally! Keith and Jackie from our Be Our Guest Podcast Forums recently got together and authored a new book called, "Attention to Detail!" This is an amazing book for all Disney fans, and a great exam [...]

WARNING, THIS SHOW IS NOT WORK SAFE OR CHILD FRIENDLY! It's DISNEY 911!!! HELP ME!!! This show was recorded on April 11th and is just now posting on August 15th. Sorry! Disney DudesPodcastShow #47 is one for thebig boys and girls! Thank you to a listener that email Wayne with a Disney [...]

Episode 760 is now available for download. Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Show Notes Hosts : Matt Hochberg , Len Testa , Mike Scopa &Mike Newell Topics : Ticket Price Increase [...]

Happy Friday, everyone! Today we discuss the highlights of the recently-released 2011 Magic Your Way Package details. We discuss the changes to the Disney Dining Plan, Resort Room Category changes, as well as the little "extras" that are included in Magic Your Way packages. Thank you so m [...]

Episode 759 is now available for download. Presented by: Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Show Notes Hosts : Matt Hochberg , Mike Scopa , Len Testa , Mike Newell ,& Tracie Cook Topics : Kid Tips For [...]

Episode 758 is now available for download. Presented By: Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Hosts : Matt Hochberg , Len Testa , Mike Scopa&Mike Newell Topics : Listener Questions Edward from UK refers to Episode [...]

This weeks show features a discussion about "Homeless: The Motel Kids of Orange County". www.thosedarncats.net [...]

Welcome to the Northern Mouse Podcast Episode 58 with your hosts Carlos, Kevin and Robb. Robb an I bring you the fourth episode of Running to the Magic we talk about some of the Disney Endurance events. Then Sean from Disneymagic.ca answers Robb and my Questions about DVC as they still attempt to [...]

Today we are lucky to have Debbie share her amazing trip to Walt Disney World! Today's podcast shows that even Floridians can totally get away from it all and head to WDW! We hear about her amazing surprise in staying at a different resort than she expected, then a great upgrade upon arrival! W [...]

Episode 757 is now available for download. Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Show Notes Hosts : Matt Hochberg , Len Testa ,&Mike Newell Topics : Resort Rumors Today, we discuss [...]

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #182 for the week of August 8, 2010. We'll start off this week's show with a visit to what has recently become one of my favorite areas of the Magic Kingdo [...]

2010 MagicMeets at Sea is now available for download. Presented By: Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Hosts : Fred Block , Beci Mahnken , Deb Wills , Annette Owens ,& Mike Newell Topics : 2010 MagicMeets At Sea A [...]

A shorter show this week, since there hasn't been a whole heck of a lot of news from Disney, and we don't have much feedback to cover. Seriously, folks make Eric's day and send in some feedback! Meanwhile, ticket prices rise, the TTA changes its name (sorta) and the Candlelight Process [...]

Today we get together, around the iPod, like listeners for years and years before us, to share a podcast! We talk about our feelings on Illuminations! We discuss what comes to mind first when we think of the show, where best to see it, variations on the show, how we might improve it, and more! ... [...]

Episode 756 is now available for download. Presented by: Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Show Notes Hosts : Matt Hochberg , Mike Scopa , Mike Newell ,& Annette Owens Topics : Sights And Sounds (And S [...]

Summerfest events at the Gaylord Texan. www.thosedarncats.net [...]

Episode 752 is now available for download. Presented By: Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Hosts : Matt Hochberg , Len Testa , Mike Scopa&Mike Newell Topics : Listener Questions Running Time : 34:16 [...]

Today we discuss the original Disney theme park with listeners Jillian and Susie. We talk about their feelings upon arrival at Disneyland, the differences between Disneyland and Walt Disney World, the dining options, as well as lodging at Disneyland. We also spend some time talking about World of C [...]

Episode 754 is now available for download. Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Show Notes Hosts : Matt Hochberg , Len Testa , Mike Scopa ,& Mike Newell Topics : The ABC's of Disn [...]

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #181 for the week of August 1, 2010. I'll open up the inbox this week and answer more of your questions about everything from the rooms at Bay Lake Tower versu [...]

Back to the ol' grind! In the aftermath of last week's vidcast, we share some of the feedback you gave us. Plus, we've got some more Pixar ratings, a quick review of Sorcerer's Apprentice, a Disney newbie's experience with the Magic Kingdom and that wizard-y place over at the U- [...]

Episode 753 is now available for download. Presented by: Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Show Notes Topics : Listener Questions Yes, we're still on vacation so on today's podcast, we're answering yo [...]

Happy Friday! Today Mike discusses his dining adventures on his recent Walt Disney World Vacation. We discuss places like Garden Grill, Kona Cafe, Boma, Hollywood&Vine, 50's Prime Time, Teppan Edo, Coral Reef, Princess Storybook Dining, and more! We also discuss the positives and negatives [...]

Episode 752 is now available for download. Sponsored By: Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Hosts : Matt Hochberg , Len Testa&Mike Scopa Topics : Listener Questions Nonami from AK wants a good spa on property. Non [...]

This week's show features a recap of Trace and Lisa's recent wedding planning session at WDW. www.thosedarncats.net [...]

Dallas in getting a what? The Disney Dudes are joined by a Triviateer for a new segment, voice mails and a Skurvy Monkey Iron Man II review. Make all your friends listen to the show! Please and thank you! Don't forget to stop by the DPN and join in on all the fun. www.thedpn.com [...]

Episode 751 is now available for download. Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Show Notes Topics : Listener Questions Today, we answer listener questions while we're off on vacation! Brian asks [...]

Happy Monday, everyone! Let's make this a great week! Today Pam discusses her recent trip to both Universal Studios Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Walt Disney World. She discusses her thoughts on the theming, crowds, and staying on-site at Universal. We also discuss her stays at both Disne [...]

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #180 for the week of July 25, 2010. This past month, the streets of Harambe Village in Africa in Disney's Animal Kingdom came to life with a brand new, special [...]

Episode 750 is now available for download. Presented by: Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Show Notes Hosts : Matt Hochberg , Mike Scopa , &Gavin Ferguson Topics : Gavin's Trip Report Today, Gavin [...]

Happy Friday! I'm so glad to be back talking Disney with you! Thanks so much for listening! Today I discuss the highlights of my recent trip to Walt Disney World for 10 days during July, 2010. We stayed at Pop Century, had driving issues on the way down, experienced Summer Nightastic, met with [...]

Episode 749 is now available for download. Sponsored By: Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Hosts : Matt Hochberg&Mike Scopa Topics : Listener Questions Jessica from NC refers to Live Show 44:June 27, 2010 and giv [...]

Now that Lisa and Trace have seen Toy Story 3, it's time to rehash a little further. For show notes and discussion, please visit http://www.thosedarncats.net/ . [...]

Episode 748 is now available for download. Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Show Notes Hosts : Matt Hochberg , Mike Scopa , Mike Newell , Annette Owens ,& Tim Krasniewski Topics : [...]

Today we are pumped to share some audio that we recorded with Matt Hochberg from the WDW Today Podcast as well as StudiosCentral.com. We talk about all things Disney as well as other fun topics with Matt during our 12-Hour Live Be Our Guest Podcast to benefit the Give Kids The World Village! Thank [...]

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #179 for the week of July 18, 2010. Walt Disney World traces much of its roots to the original Disneyland in California. And with July 17 marking Disneyland's [...]

We are so honored to have Stacey Aswad from Walt Disney World Resort TV joining us today! This is an interview we recorded live with Stacey during our 12-Hour Live Be Our Guest WDW Podcast Show to benefit Give Kids The World Village! We talk about how Stacey landed the job as the host of ... [...]

Episode 747 is now available for download. Presented by: Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Show Notes Hosts : Matt Hochberg , Mike Scopa , Mike Newell , Annette Owens ,& AJ Topics : 2010 Food And W [...]

Episode 746 is now available for download. Sponsored By: Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Hosts : Matt Hochberg Topics : Listener Questions Liz from Virginia asks whether she should go to StarWars Weekend over Memorial [...]

What better way to celebrate Bastille Day than by listening to odds and ends of Disneyland Paris audio? First, though, we have a few words about the re-naming and new backstory for Prince Charming Carousel in Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom. Parents, be warned! More show notes and discussi [...]

Today we are playing some audio we took during our Live 12-Hour Be Our Guest Podcast to benefit Give Kids The World Village! Thank you for supporting our fundraiser to help these kids who could really use some magic! Today you will hear an interview with "Yehaa" Bob Jackson who performs W [...]

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #178 for the week of July 11, 2010. Walt Disney's "Florida Project" brought to Orlando the magic of Disneyland, and plans that would expand upon that [...]

Episode 745 is now available for download. Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Show Notes Hosts : Matt Hochberg , Glen Sonoda , April Baker ,& Jeanine Topics : EO 2.0 Today, the boys&a [...]

First, a little news regarding the new restaurant at the Italy Pavilion and Free Dining, then your feedback regarding our Pixar movie reviews. Speaking of which, we finally wrap up our discussion, tally up the ratings and determine once and for all the definitive ranking of all 11 Pixar films. You [...]

Episode 744 is now available for download. Presented by: Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Show Notes Hosts : Matt Hochberg , Mike Scopa ,& Mike Newell Topics : Dinner And A Show Today, the panel giv [...]

Today's podcast was recording live during our 12-Hour Be Our Guest Podcast to benefit Give Kids The World Village. Thank you to all who participated and donated, as we came together to raise over $1,800.00 for this great charity! You all are the absolute best! Today we discuss tips for travelin [...]

Episode 743 is now available for download. Sponsored By: Questions can be emailed to questions@wdwtoday.com or use this form Hosts : Matt Hochberg , Len Testa , Mike Scopa , Mike Newell&Annette Owens Topics : Listener Questions John from Ma [...]

On this weeks show, audio form DLP's POTC! Enjoy! www.thosedarncats.net [...]

We are so glad to have friends from the Be Our Guest Podcast family joining us today! Dennis, Steph, and Bill join us to talk about their recent trips to Walt Disney World during May, 2010. Steph and Bill share their experiences of staying at Wilderness Lodge, fun times in World Showcase, as well a [...]

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #177 for the week of July 4, 2010. Happy Independence Day to everyone celebrating in the US and those who may be stationed or living overseas. I proudly dedicate this [...]

Nothing say patriotism more than talkin' Disney, I say. This week, we've got a little news about Phineas and Ferb, then some listener mail and feedback, plus your opinions on what the best Pixar film is. Then, we continue our discussion about every Pixar feature film and stun everyone in th [...]

Happy 4th of July Weekend, friends! Today we talk about Disney's Contemporary Resort. We discuss initial thoughts on this resort, who this resort is perfect for, dining and recreation options, as well as other reasons to visit this resort even if you are not staying here! This is a great resort [...]

We have heard that once again John Williams has declined the opportunity to score Star Tours II: The Adventures Continue (Williams was not involved in the original Star Tours or any of the Indiana Jones attractions). Instead Michael Giacchino has been tapped to score the new attraction as he i

According to the official site for Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment Cars Toon: Mater's Tall Tales comes to DVD and Blu-ray on November 2 featuring nine adventures including -- El Materdor, Unidentified Flying Mater, Heavy Metal Mater, Tokyo Mater plus the never-before-seen Cars Toons

Brian Wilson takes listeners through his new album track-by-track in a 6 minute video. MSN Music offers the behind-the-scenes video along with a review of his new album "Brian Wilson Reimagines Gershwin"- from the Disney Pearl label that hits shelves today. View Video

Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam - Heart and Soul featuring the Jonas Brothers

Los Angeles Times Funland posts concept art and description of Disney California Adventure's Red Car Trolley expected to begin travelling through the park in Spring 2012. Full Story

The Disney Food Blog has posted Touring Strategies for Solos and Groups of Adults , Ideas for Touring the Festival as a Family , and AJ's Picks described as basically the stuff the author would do with unlimited time and money. Full Story

Creator of Disney XD's "Kick Buttowski" shares the inspirations for theEmmy-nominated (for Outstanding Short-Form Animated Program)series. Full Story

Suit filed in Federal court alleges the use of Clearspring Technologies widgets by websites including those owned by Disney broke the law by secretly tracking customers (including children's) web browsing. Full Story

The final day of the Plaza Classic Film Festivalin El Paso, TX featured a sold-out viewing of Disney's "Sleeping Beauty" with many customers dressing up as princesses for the occasions. The multi-day festival drew 37,000 people. Next year's festival is also expected to feature a

Disney Channel's "Den Brother" grew its audience start to finish by double-digit percentages in Total Viewers. The Disney Channel's 79th original movie was the no 1 cable telecast of the day and 6th among all Friday TV programs. Full Story

Breaking Down the Media Co's Quarterly Reports Minyanville.com - 6 hours ago The Buzz is a unique application that will automatically update with each new post and bring you value added information all day directly to your desktop. There are in depth conversations and ...

A brief interview with Columbia, SC native Kelsey Chow who played Matisse in the hit Disney Channel movie "Den Brother". She is also set to co-star in the upcoming Disney XD series "Pair of Kings" Full Story

In a lengthy article about Brian Wilson's upcoming Gershwin album for the Disney Pearl label, they report his 2nd album under the contract will feature his revisioning of classic Disney melodies. Full Story

Last Week Earnings at a Glance (Cisco Systems, Inc., Macy's, Inc., The Walt Disney Company, Silver Wheaton Corp.) The First Reporter - 7 hours ago ( EMAILWIRE.COM , August 17, 2010 ) New York, NY -Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO) added 2.57% to $21.91 on over 88.63 million shares.

Video and pictures from the Star Wars themed fireworks show at the August 14th Last Flight to Endor Star Wars event at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

4 1/2 minute intro to the upcoming Wii game "Epic Mickey" Full Story

Highlights from the presentation by Walt Disney Imagineering's Jason Surrell. While "it's too early to say" was a common response to inquiries about the upcoming Star Tours attraction, Surrell did indicate the ride's timeframe would be place in-between Revenge of the Sith a

Brief clip features Ken&Barbie audition for Toy Story 3 . (via Walt Disney Studios NL)

On Tuesday, August 17th at 12:30p (Paris) / 3:30A Pacific, Toy Story Playland will open at Disney Studios Paris. The ceremony will be broadcast live on DisneylandParis Facebook page. Video Link

Franck's Bridal Studio at Walt Disney World Resort has undergone a major enhancement , bringing high-tech tools to couples tying the knot at the popular wedding destination. More Information

4 Companies That Could Come Back TheStreet.com - 19 hours ago By Scott Rothbort 08/16/10 - 09:04 PM EDT Two "old world" companies recently reported great earnings. I am talking about Macy's(M) and Walt Disney(DIS). Both companies supposedly "didn't get it" a

Timmy Time , the popular UK preschool series from Aardman Animation, will premiere on the Disney Channel's Playhouse Disney September 13th with a sneak peek Sept 7. Full Story

Peanuts Worldwide, the newly formed joint venture between Iconix Brand Group and Charles M. Schulz Creative Associates today announced that it has signed a new five year deal with ABC Network for the popular PEANUTS animated holiday specials. The beloved Emmy Award winning specials, including the

Cartoon Brew takes a peek into the life of Hal Adelquistas they wonder 'how do you go from being the head assistant director of Snow White , the head of Disney's personnel department, and the production supervisor of The Mickey Mouse Club to a homeless panhandler living on the streets

ABC has renewed "Wipeout" for a fourth season. Full Story

Our travel partners MouseEarVacations.com have passed on the following new offers from Walt Disney World.... FREE Dining : Buy a 4-night/5-day Magic Your Way room and ticket package at select Disney Moderate Resorts and get a FREE Disney Dining Plan. Select Travel Dates 10/1/10 through 9/29/

The Orlando Sentinel reports Disney has extended hotel discounts into 2011 althoughthey do not offer savings as deep as previously presented. Full Story

Disneyland's Alice in Wonderland attraction has reopened after its July 15th closure to add barriers to the elevated portions to protect maintenance workers. Full Story

"The Daily Show" host Jon Stewart poses Aug. 14, 2010 at Disney's Hollywood Studios in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. with "Star Wars"-inspired Disney characters Stormtrooper Donald Duck and Princess Leia Minnie Mouse. Stewart was in Orlando as a special host of "Star Wa

Taking on the stern and determined look of a Jedi Knight, "Star Wars" creator George Lucas poses Aug. 14, 2010 with Jedi Mickey Mouse, Princess Leia Minnie, Darth Goofy -- and the lovable Disney droid, R2-MK -- at Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park. The legendary filmmaker at

LPGA golfer Paula Creamer, winner of the 2010 United States Women's Open, drives Minnie Mouse to the putting green in a custom Mickey Mouse golf cart Aug. 9, 2010 at Disney's Magnolia Golf Course in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Creamer won the 2010 U.S. Women's Open last month at Oakmo

Harrison "Buzz" Price, the research economist who recommended Anaheim to Walt Disney as the location for Disneyland, passed away Sunday, August 15, at the age of 89. He had been in declining health during the last year, his family said, due to a chronic anemic condition. More Infor

Bullish Pressure Building on Walt Disney Co.; DIS Learning Markets - Aug 16, 2010 Walt Disney Co. (DIS) Chart - Analysis - News lost some ground during trading yesterday, but it appears there is some bullish pressure building up in the background. Looking at yesterday's money ...

Hulu IPO: What It Would Mean for Netflix TheStreet.com - Aug 16, 2010 By Jeanine Poggi 08/16/10 - 09:42 AM EDT NEW YORK (TheStreet) -- As Hulu potentially prepares itself for an initial public offer, what does this mean for Netflix(NFLX)? Hulu, the online site for ... Hulu exploring

4 Ways Disney Might Make Its Recovery Stick MediaPost Publications - Aug 15, 2010 by Diane Mermigas, Yesterday, 5:14 PM Walt Disney's latest quarterly earnings may be the best among its big media peers, but there are moves it should make if it wants to turn its recovery into a ...

Suit: Clearspring Violates Consumer Privacy on Disney, Warner Brothers Sites Consumer Affairs - Aug 15, 2010 By Jon Hood A class action lawsuit alleges that a high-profile widget website is using Flash-based cookies to track the activity of users all over the web. The suit, filed last

1. "The Expendables," $35 million. Fresno Bee - Aug 15, 2010 Universal Pictures and Focus Features are owned by NBC Universal, a unit of General Electric Co.; Sony Pictures, Sony Screen Gems and Sony Pictures Classics are units of Sony Corp.; Paramount and ...

Disney's Main Street Electrical Parade Is Being Extended Child Mode - Aug 14, 2010 by Lucia on August 14, 2010 Today marks the close of Disney's multi-park "Summer Nightastic!" entertainment extravaganza of attractions and events, however there is still some bright ex

Disney Legend Harrison "Buzz" Price Dies at 89 PR Newswire - Aug 14, 2010 POMONA, Calif., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Harrison "Buzz" Price, the research economist who recommended Anaheim to Walt Disney as the location for Disneyland, then later recommended Orlando to R

According to the Orange County Register, the Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim Hotel atDisneylandhas been sold for $25 . Full Story

Disney's The Lion King opens tonight, Friday, August 13 at 8:00pm at Salt Lake City's Capitol Theatre for a limited engagement of seven weeks through Sunday, September 26. While the engagement has already sold more than 85,000 tickets and generated more than $7 million at the box o

Cartoon Brew gathers together some recent posts byLocal 839 business rep Steve Hulett about the morale at Disney Feature Animation. Full Story

Cartoon Brew reports Warner Bros. is developing a live action/CG feature film starring the studios' icon, Bugs Bunny. Full Story

D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, is bringing more musical talent to its "E-Ticket: Music from the Disney Parks" concert, part D23's Destination D: Disneyland '55 event at the Disneyland Resort September 24 and 25. The announcement was first made through D23's Disne

Jason Garcia of the Orlando Sentinel shares more of his interview with Disney ParksChairman Tom Staggs. As Jason explained " Obviously, space constraints in the newspaper made it impossible to include everything he said, so below are some of his expanded comments on the project." F

(c) Disney The Disney Parks Blog offers a couple of concept images for Disneyland's Meet and Greet with Rapunzel and Flynn. Full Story with images

Throughout August, The Walt Disney Company is donating $627,050 to the Central Florida community in recognition of the 251,000 hours given by Walt Disney World Resort VoluntEARS in 2009. From schools to shelters, Cast Members selected approximately 250 local non-profit agencies and communi

The Orlando Sentine's Daily Disney looks at Disney's recent acquisition of gaming company Playdom and how they plan to use the company to create games based on their Marvel characters. Full Story

The Orlando Sentinel talks withWalt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs to discuss the developing Fantasyland expansion at Walt Disney World. Staggs indicates adjustments are being made to the plans that were announced at Disney's D23 Expo. Full Story

In reviewing the recent blu-ray release of James and the Giant Peach, Rebekah was surprised to discover a heart-warming film.

Rebekah reviews the first Blu-Ray release of James and the Giant Peach.

From Disney Parks Blog: Earlier today at the Star Wars Celebration V fan event, Star Wars fans caught a first glimpse of a new video that will appear in the queue area of the reimagined Star Tours attraction in Disneyland park and Disney's Hollywood Studios next

Disney Online Studios celebrates the launch of DisneyPixar The World of Cars Online with high-octane red carpet event at Bob's Big Boy in Burbank, and D23 was there for the ride. Full Story

According to DeadlineTV ABC Studios has closed a deal for the rights to Spooks, known in the U.S. as MI-5. Full Story

Jane Badler who starred in the 80's series "V" will appear in a recurring role in the current series. Full Story

Cartoon Brew poststwo parts of a 1961 TV Guide interview with Walt Disney, (The Latter Day Aesop) , mainly discussing moving his programs from ABC to NBC. Full Story

Interview withDisney product director and game industry veteran Rachel DiPaola, who oversaw World of Cars Online and has developed more than 50 games during her career, including those based on such Disney franchises as "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "Hannah Montana." Full S

(c) Disney The Disney Parks Blog announces the Summer 2011Disney Trading and Collectible Experience at Disneyland will celebrate the themes of science fiction with - Sci Fi Academy Disneyland. The four logos above from the event's poster illustrate the various sci fi themes that will c

Toy Story 3 has become Pixar's highest grossing release passing Finding Nemo. IGN takes a look at the various box office performances of Pixar's films. Full Story

(c) HStern (c) Disney The Brazilian brandH.Sternin partnership withDisneyhas released an extraordinary luxury collection of unusual ring inspired by "Alice in Wonderland"The collection features five designs -- Cheshire Cat, Mushroom Forest, Living Flowers, Jabberwocky, and Topiary Ga

The Disney Geek returns with another installment of the latest Disney newsincluding upcoming attraction closures and announces new stars for Destination D's concert and answers viewer questions. Follow D23 on Facebook at http://Facebook.com/DisneyD23 Follow D23 on Twitter at