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Nov- 2023 -15 November
Despite Massive Worker Turnover, Gilzean Says ‘Morale is Up’ At DeSantis Disney District
Over the past two weeks, reports surfaced about worker dissatisfaction at the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. Since the Board appointed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis took over the Reedy Creek Improvement District earlier this year, more than 40 employees have resigned, taking more than 400 years of experience with them. And these employees have not gone quietly into the night. Relat
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15 November
Conservative Pundits Dance on ‘Woke’ Disney’s Grave
Ever since former Disney CEO Bob Chapek spoke out against Florida's Parental Rights in Education Act, known by its critics as the “Don't Say Gay” bill, the relationship between the Walt Disney Company and conservative America has been tense, to say the least. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has stoked this tension as he tours the country seeking the Republican nomination for President by
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14 November
Did Disney Hint at the Return of Bing Bong For ‘Inside Out 2’?!
In 2015, Disney and Pixar released their newest film, which took you inside the mind of a young girl named Riley. Riley is going through a lot because her parents moved her from Minnesota to San Francisco. Now, while the story is about Riley, it is more about the emotions that live inside Riley's head — Joy, Anger, Fear, Sadness, and Disgust. They try to help Riley deal with starting over in
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14 November
Disney Hints at MAJOR Figment News!
Over the one hundred years that The Walt Disney Company has been in existence, it has created some of the most memorable characters in existence. Characters like Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Stitch, Baymax, and so many more are loved by fans around the world. These characters are a huge part of Disney's movies, theme parks, and merchandise. Related:Â Mickey Mouse's Act of Kindness Brings Grieving Fam
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14 November
Disney Wants To Remind Florida That It’s More Valuable to the State Than Ron DeSantis
Apparently, The Walt Disney Company has had enough of this nonsense and felt it was time to remind Florida precisely what it brought to the table. After its fight with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, perhaps there were people in the state who may have forgotten Disney World's value. But now, the entire state just got a not-so-subtle reminder. Related:Â The Enormous Size of Disney World Will Blow You
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14 November
Epic Universe Theme Park Opening Early
There is a new rumor coming out of the Orlando theme park circuit…Universal's Epic Universe is opening ahead of its summer 2025 date. Related:Â Could $1 Billion Build a 5th Disney World Park? A New Orlando Theme Park The new theme park built by Universal Orlando Resort has always had a very vague opening date. Although this is common throughout the industry, many parks and attractions have no
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14 November
The $500 Luxury Minnie Mouse Ears
In recent years, many people have criticized Disney for being out of touch with the average American. But I'm not talking about the battle with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Related:Â Ron DeSantis Tied to New Disney Popcorn Bucket And I'm also not referring to the films that have bombed (The Marvels, Haunted Mansion, Strange World, etc.). Related:Â Disney World and Disneyland Will Suffer Because of
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14 November
Do Former Republican Fans Hate Disney?
A recent report explores the question of how those on the conservative side of the spectrum feel about the Walt Disney Company. The Walt Disney Company has faced its share of criticism from various segments of society, no matter which end of the political spectrum. Be it those who are left-leaning or those who are right-leaning, many have expressed issues with the choices that the Mouse House has
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13 November
Disney Says ‘Avatar’ News is FALSE
On November 13, Disney officials attended the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo. The IAAPA expo is the largest expo held for the theme park industry. And it's not just traditional theme parks like Disneyland or Universal Studios. Owners and CEOs of aquariums, zoos, and more travel to Orlando, Florida, for the massive event. During the Expo, it was shared on
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13 November
Disney Learns Billion Dollar Lesson: ‘They’ve Got to Cut’
After Disney CEO Bob Iger held his earnings call with investors last week, Wall Street generally saw the positives. What wasn't there to like? Iger announced that Disney Plus had added subscribers and cost-cutting measures earlier this year, saving the Walt Disney Company an additional $2 billion. Iger touted it as a “new era” for Disney. And Wall Street responded to Iger as Disney's
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