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  • Apr- 2023 -
    18 April
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    Is a MAJOR Retheme Coming to a Land in The Magic Kingdom?

    This week, a rumor is going around the internet about a considerable change possibly coming to Frontierland in the Magic Kingdom. We have known for a while now that Splash Mountain is being replaced by Tiana's Bayou Adventure, but could there be even more changes in store for the frontier? The change from Splash Mountain to Tiana'a Bayour Adventure seems to put the ride out of place in Frontierlan

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  • 18 April
    Walt Disney's California ski resort and the environmental impact

    Here’s the Disney Trivia You’ve Been Waiting For

    Walt Disney’s name is synonymous with innovation. A pioneer and trailblazer in his field, the founder of the Walt Disney Company is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of the animation industry and is known for creating iconic characters such as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy. Throughout his career, Walt Disney steadily expanded his studio’s op

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  • 18 April
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    Disney Taunts DeSantis With Perfectly-Timed Announcement

    Who could have predicted, a few years ago, that the names Disney and DeSantis would be paired together so often — or, more accurately, positioned against each other? Disney fans (particularly Walt Disney World Resort fans or Florida residents) have watched in shock as Florida's supposedly “conservative” leader, Governor Ron DeSantis, wages a political war of sorts against Disney

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  • 18 April
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    “I Don’t Think Ron DeSantis is a Conservative”: Florida Governor Slammed By Fellow Politicians

    Over the past year, there has been a contentious dispute between the Walt Disney Company and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. What initially began as a disagreement over the controversial “Don’t Say Gay” bill that Florida Gov Ron DeSantis introduced in February 2022 eventually developed into a complex and prolonged conflict. As the situation has unfolded, both parties have had a constant back and fo

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  • 18 April

    So, DeSantis Wants a Disney Prison, Let’s Give Him a Disney Prison

    So, after his failed attempt to thwart Disney's self-governing district, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis threatened Walt Disney World with the possibility of building a state prison on the property next to the “Happiest Place on Earth.” DeSantis' idle threat got the wheels turning, and I wondered: what would a Disney prison be like, and what characters would be permanently locked up? So,

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  • 18 April
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    ‘Louis the Gator’ Makes Surprise Appearance in Magic Kingdom

    If you're a Disney Guest who enjoyed the antics of Louis the jazz-loving and trumpet-playing alligator in the 2009 film Princess and the Frog — and you're excited to see more of Princess Tiana and her friends in the Magic Kingdom now that Splash Mountain is gone — then you'll probably be pleasantly surprised to hear that Louis has already started showing up in the Disney Park! However,

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  • 18 April
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    “Woke Isn’t a Money-Making Position”; Experts Blame Disney Movies’ Huge Failures on Same-Sex Romances

    The phrase “woke Disney” is certainly a controversial term in and of itself — as is the word “woke,” for that matter — but apparently industry experts and film critics are laying the blame for Disney's recent (and very, very expensive) financial losses directly on the doorstep of Disney's inclusivity efforts! Disney's audiences have actually been openly asking f

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  • 18 April
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    “What a Loser”: Fans Mock Ben Shapiro After “Lesbian” Elsa in ‘Frozen 4’ Comments

    Certain analysts, commentators, and fans have long had many issues with the Walt Disney Company. Some feel that Disney is trying too hard to please “woke audiences,” especially in light of the casting for the upcoming live-action remakes of The Little Mermaid and Peter Pan and Wendy, where Halle Bailey plays Princess Ariel and Yara Shahidi plays Tinker Bell. The criticism has been particularly mak

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  • 18 April
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    Disney Erases Audience’s Favorite ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Character From Remake

    We recently pointed out that Disney seems to be on a roll when it comes to offending Lilo & Stitch fans — and now, these not-so-good times are continuing to roll! Disney audiences were already alienated — pun intended — by Disney's plans to make a live-action version of the popular 2002 animated movie about a Hawaiian girl named Lilo and her blue Elvis Presley-loving alien friend

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  • 18 April
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    Disney World Annual Passholders’ Park Pass Reservation Requirements Officially Changed

    It's been a long time coming since Disney restored perks and systems that gave Passholders certain benefits over regular ticket holders. On January 10, 2023, Disney made significant announcements that thrilled Disney Fanatics, especially those planning to visit the Walt Disney World Resort. One of the exciting updates included introducing a free Photopass service available through the Disney Genie

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