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Episode 172 - Celebrating Birthdays at Disney! Celebrating Birthdays at Disney! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 172 and today our feature topic is Celebrating Birthdays at Disney! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Sophie: In surprising and yet not surprising news, Disney announced that the Galactic Starcruiser experiment is ending at the end of September, with the September 28-30 launch being the final launch (which is also now sold out). The idea behind it was good, but the price was not, and ultimately people spoke with their wallets. Mike: Recently, Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro reported that at this time, Disney is not interested in building any smaller, regional parks. Instead, they are going to focus their resources on their core parks at Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and beyond. Brenda: Just a reminder that Disney released a new ticket for the summer. Called the 4-Park Magic Ticket, it is a 4 day base ticket for $99 per day. The total of the ticket is $396 plus tax. You don’t need park reservations with this ticket, but you have to go to each of the four parks. You can’t use all 4 days at the Magic Kingdom, for example. Also, you can’t add on and do Park Hopper with the ticket. Still, $99 per day is a good price in our opinion! Sophie: Starting June 14th, breakfast is back at The Garden Grill Restaurant! You can book it now, so go check it out if you are interested! Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Celebrating Birthdays at Disney! We are coming up on 2/3rds of our team and their birthdays! Brenda and Sophie are both June babies so I thought it would be great to talk about ways we can celebrate birthdays at Disney! You can celebrate your birthday up to six months before or six months after your birthday, so celebrate year round! Take in a Dessert Party! So many yummy treats. They have standing dessert parties and sitting dessert parties. Building a lightsaber for your birthday! Shopping for a new snowglobe for her collection! What is your character meal for your birthday? Sophie: The Crystal Palace Brenda: Hollywood & Vine Mike: Tusker House Swirls on the Water at Disney Springs - Dole Whip Flight Favorite Ride for your birthday: Sophie: Gran Fiesta Tour, Living with the Land, Mission: SPACE Brenda: Guardians of the Galaxy, Cosmic Rewind Mike: Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Brenda’s Favorite Dessert: Ger's Bread and Butter Bread Pudding! Sophie’s Favorite Dessert: Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake or Milkshakes Mike’s Favorite Dessert: Banana Split Room decorations for your room! Order ahead on that. This Day in Disney History for May 29: 1941: Labor strike at the Disney Studios. Disney Who’s Who Character Zazu from The Lion King A Little Bit of Walt: "We're still doing a bit of everything. We're building a top-notch show at Disneyland called Pageant of the Presidents. It's the story of America through the Presidents, and it's got the darndest electronic system you ever saw. All you do is push a button and it takes off. It'll have full-size animated figures. No actors.“ -- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: The Best Resort Food Courts on Disney Property! Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 171 - Should I buy the Disney Dining Plan? Should I buy the Disney Dining Plan? Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 171 and today we're looking to answer the following question: "Should I buy the Disney Dining Plan?" Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Brenda: Eat to the Beat Dining Packages for the Epcot Food & Wine Festival will be going on sale July 6th. There are some great performers to be seen, starting July 28 and going all the way through November 13. Sophie: If you never had an opportunity to see Avatar: The Way of Water in the theater, well, never fear. It will be debuting on Disney+ on June 7th, so you can watch it at home! Mike: The trailer for Disney’s Haunted Mansion movie was released the other day. The movie release date is July 28th, and will be rated PG-13. I’ve got to say, it looks like it may be a bit scary, but it also has some big name actors in it. Sophie, do you want to go see it? Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Should I buy the Disney Dining Plan? Introduction: After a long hiatus due to Covid, the Disney Dining Plan is coming back for packages in 2024! Since it has been so long since we had the dining plans, it seemed like a good topic to talk about it and help you answer the question: “Should I buy the Disney Dining Plan?” Overview of the Disney Dining Plan options: Quick Service Dining Plan Everyone in the travel party that is age 3 and up receives 2 quick service dining credits and 1 snack credit for each night of their stay. In addition, each person aged 3 and up will receive a resort-refillable mug that is theirs to keep after their trip. Disney Dining Plan Everyone in the travel party that is age 3 and up receives 1 Table-Service Meal, 1 quick service meal, and 1 snack credit for each night of their stay. In addition, each person aged 3 and up will also receive a resort-refillable mug. Questions to ask and consider: Do we know what the cost is for each plan? When can we add the dining plan to our trip? Is the expense worth it? Why would I consider adding the Disney Dining Plan? Which plan should I purchase? This Day in Disney History for May 22: 1964: Lawyers from Disney meet in Orlando to look at a parcel of land. Disney Who’s Who Character Rapunzel from Tangled A Little Bit of Walt: “The theater of education will be any marketplace, public square, hill, or dale where power can be found to project a motion picture on a screen.” -- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: Celebrating Birthdays at Disney! Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 170 - Why you should celebrate Mother’s Day (and Father’s Day) at Disney! Why you should celebrate Mother’s Day (and Father’s Day) at Disney! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 170 and our feature topic this week is Why you should celebrate Mother’s Day (and Father’s Day) at Disney! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Mike: 2024 Disney Vacation Packages will be available starting May 31st, so if you are looking to plan your trip for next year, reach out to Brenda or myself! Brenda: Also back for 2024, the Disney Dining Plan! You can add the Quick Service or Disney Dining Plan to your package quote on May 31st for arrivals January 9, 2024 or later! Sophie: Also, starting on January 9, 2024, no longer will we need to make park reservations for which parks we’re going to visit! Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Why you should celebrate Mother’s Day (and Father’s Day) at Disney! The Weather at Disney for Mother’s Day is better than for Father’s Day! Can buy Mom multiple Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bars as gifts! Time away from everything work related with her kids/grandkids and being with family. Enjoying time together! Favorite flowers – Daisies and also Daisy Duck. Flower and Garden Festival. Families can all come together in one location to celebrate Mom & Dad. Surprising Dad with “Best Dad” ears to tell about going to Disney to celebrate! Celebrating Sophie’s Birthday and Father’s Day all at the same time. Something for everyone to enjoy! A Spa day is a great way to enjoy some quiet time. Maybe take in a round of golf. Celebrating Mom & Dad with great dining reservations! As long as you think of your Mom and Dad, and do something with them in mind, you will find something that they will be happy with. This Day in Disney History for May 15: 1928: Plane Crazy premiers as a sneak preview at a theater on Sunset Boulevard. Disney Who’s Who Character Mr. Ray from Finding Nemo A Little Bit of Walt: "As I remember, it was the toughest period l've had in my whole life. It wasn't a worry of losing anything, it was just sort of a big disappointment in a lot of things. But something comes out of it. Sometimes you've got to build yourself up and explode. And then you begin to pick up the pieces and take stock." -- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: Should I purchase the Disney Dining Plan? Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 169 - Your favorite Disney Restaurant versus Your favorite Universal Restaurant! Your favorite Disney Restaurant versus Your favorite Universal Restaurant! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 169 and our feature topic this week is our Your favorite Disney Restaurant versus Your favorite Universal Restaurant! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Brenda: May 1st kicked off the start of Disney Cruise Line’s 25th Anniversary Season! They’re calling it their Silver Anniversary at Sea. With a signature song called Shimmering Seas, new character attire, themed food and beverages commemorating the anniversary, and new entertainment and merchandise, there is something for everyone! Sophie: Former head of Walt Disney Imagineering Bob Weis was honored with a window at Disney’s Hollywood Studios recently. Located above the Hollywood & Vine restaurant, the window reads: Flower Street Pictures; Bob Weis, Studio Head; “Our Productions Entertain the World”, and is a fitting tribute to a man who’s Disney career spanned over 40 years! Mike: Adventures by Disney is expanding their destinations in 2024, and one of the locations you can take an Adventure to is Colombia, the country that provided the inspiration for the film Encanto! This Adventure is an 8 day, 7 night journey for Guests ages 5 and up, and starts at $4,999 per adult. In addition to Colombia, in 2024 you can also take in the Canadian provinces of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, and an adventure to New Zealand! Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Your favorite Disney Restaurant versus Your favorite Universal Restaurant! Brenda: Disney: ‘Ohana All you care to eat. Bread, salad, wings, dumplings, teriyaki beef, ohana noodles, 2nd best bread pudding. Atmosphere, great smells, a favorite. Universal: BigFire at City Walk Wood fired grill, steaks, burgers. Brenda had Bourbon fondue cheese. Wedge salad. Smoked pork mac and cheese. Dessert: Tableside s’mores. Sophie: Disney: Raglan Road at Disney Springs The Vibe; loud, boisterous, live dancers, music, Irish River Dancing, bright. Fish and Chips, chips had garlic parmesan butter on top and that set them over the top. Dessert was Ger’s Bread and Butter Pudding Universal: Toothsome Chocolate Factory Emporium at City Walk Reminds her of Willy Wonka Chocolate Factory Steampunk Victorian Gothic Vibes, over the top architecture. Incredible milkshakes! Mike: Universal: The Three Broomsticks Disney: Yak & Yeti This Day in Disney History for May 8: 1913: The Birth of Bob Clampett Disney Who’s Who Character Rabbit from Peter Pan A Little Bit of Walt: “The possibilities of the animated cartoon as a medium of education is virtually limitless. Its field is bound only by the capability of men to use it for its full possibilities..” -- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: Why you should celebrate Mother’s Day (and Father’s Day) at Disney! Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 168 - Top Three Places to get Pizza at WDW! Top Three Places to get Pizza at WDW! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 168 and our feature topic this week is our Top Three Places to get Pizza at WDW! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Sophie: Dates for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party were recently released! Starting on August 11th, there will be 38 nights of party fun! Prices for the party vary depending on the night you are looking to attend. Brenda: Guardians of the Galaxy 3 hits the theaters on May 5th! I know that Mike & Sophie are going to go see it, right guys? What about our listeners? Who’s interested in seeing it? Mike: Sophie, Brenda, Grogu, and myself would like to thank all of you that have joined us on our podcast adventure since Sophie and I started on January 6, 2020. It continually amazes us how we are fast approaching our 200th episode of On the Road with Mickey, and of late, the number of listens we’ve had is skyrocketing faster than ever! Thanks for listening along on our journey! Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Top Three Places to get Pizza at WDW! Mike: 1) Il Mulino at the WDW Swan - Rustica $20 2) PizzeRizzo at Hollywood Studios 3) Sassagoula Floatworks & Food Factory Large Pepperoni Pizza $19.99 Sophie: 1) Everything Pop Pizza at Pop Century 2) Pizzafari at Animal Kingdom Park 3) Pinocchio Village Haus Flatbread Pizza Brenda: 1) Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria - Quattro Formaggi (4 cheese) 2) Trattoria al Forno Margarita Pizza with no tomato. 3) Blaze Pizza at Disney Springs White Top Pizza This Day in Disney History for May 1: 1898: The Birth of Hazel Mae Sewell Bounds Disney Who’s Who Character Friar Tuck from Robin Hood A Little Bit of Walt: (About WDW) “We know what our goals are; we know what we hope to accomplish. And believe me, it’s the most exciting and challenging assignment we have ever tackled at Walt Disney Productions.” -- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: Your favorite Disney Restaurant versus Your favorite Universal Restaurant! Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 167 - Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of Animal Kingdom Park! Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of Animal Kingdom Park! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 167 and our feature topic this week is Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of Animal Kingdom Park! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Brenda: Of course, as you know from our feature topic, this past Saturday was the 25th Anniversary of Animal Kingdom Park! In addition, April 16th was the 22nd anniversary of the opening of Animal Kingdom Lodge! Sophie: More Animal Kingdom news – in celebration of Earth Day and the 25th anniversary of Animal Kingdom, there is a rare Meet & Greet at the Tree of Life with Baloo and King Louie from the Jungle Book! Mike: Rounding out our look at Animal Kingdom Cheddar, Dug and Russell from Up can be found on the Flotilla that you see on the water! They are here as part of the Earth Day and Animal Kingdom celebrations. Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of Animal Kingdom Park! Brenda: 1) Ultimate Nights of Adventure VIP Tour 2) Expedition Everest! Specifically at the Anandapur Food Truck 3) Tusker House Restaurant 4) Kilimanjaro Safaris 5) Kali River Rapids Sophie: 1) Expedition Everest! 2) Avatar: Flight of Passage 3) Festival of the Lion King 4) The Magic of Animal Kingdom 5) Rivers of Light Mike: 1) Evening Extra Magic Hours Block Party at DinoLand, U.S.A. 2) Pocahontas and her Forest Friends 3) Finding Nemo: The Musical 4) Navi River Journey 5) Rafiki’s Planet Watch This Day in Disney History for April 24: 2009: Marty Sklar announces his upcoming retirement. Disney Who’s Who Character Scuttle from The Little Mermaid A Little Bit of Walt: “To retreat from any of the principles handed down by our forefathers, who shed their blood for the ideals we still embrace, would be a complete victory for those who would destroy liberty and justice for the individual.” -- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: Top Three Places to get Pizza at WDW! Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 166 - Wizarding World of Harry Potter! Wizarding World of Harry Potter! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! Brenda is out this week on a well-deserved cruise with her husband Butch for some R&R, so she's out this week, but will be back next week! This is episode 166 and our feature topic this week is the Wizarding World of Harry Potter! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Sophie: The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival dates have been released! If you want to go to the Festival, the dates are from July 27th - November 18th, 2023! That’s 114 days this year for the festival! Mike: It’s back! Beginning on June 14, 2023, the Garden Grill Restaurant in EPCOT will resume serving breakfast! You can enjoy cinnamon breakfast bread, scrambled eggs, cheesy potato casserole, Mickey-shaped waffles, and more! The prices are $42 per adult, and $27 per child. Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter! Sophie: 1) Visiting Universal Hollywood with Jagan 2) Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey 3) The Leaky Cauldron - fish and chips! 4) Honeydukes 5) Epic Universe: Wizarding World Mike: 1) Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure 2) Ollivanders Wand Shop 3) The Three Broomsticks 4) Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream Parlor 5) Hogwarts Express This Day in Disney History for April 17: 1924: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Merger creates MGM Studios Disney Who’s Who Character The Magic Mirror from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs A Little Bit of Walt: “I dream, I test my dreams against my beliefs, I dare to take risks, and I execute my vision to make those dreams come true.” -- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of Animal Kingdom Park! Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 165 - Trip Recaps from Brenda and Sophie! Trip Recaps from Brenda and Sophie! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 165 and our feature topic this week is our Trip Recaps from Brenda and Sophie! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese First, a correction. In our last episode, I mistakenly thought that the Grandson of EP Ripley was the one who operated that train at the Disneyland Railroad. It is actually the Grandson of Ward Kimball that has operated the Ward Kimball #5 Locomotive at the Disneyland Railroad. How awesome is that! Mike: It was recently announced by Dwayne Johnson that there is going to be a live action version of Moana coming to the screen! Mike: Under our Cheez-Whiz category, there is a rumor that nighttime parades are coming back to both Disneyland and Walt Disney World, and that, after a summer run at Disneyland, the Main Street Electrical Parade will be returning to Walt Disney World! No official confirmation, which is why this is cheez–whiz, but we’ll look to verify also! Mike: There is another Cheez-Whiz rumor that there is an untitled Mickey Mouse Film Project and Chris Pratt said he will be the lead voice in the film. It is slated to hit the screen in 2025! Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Trip Recaps from Brenda and Sophie! Sophie: Megacon Orlando 5) Costumes – making the costumes was very stressful! 4) Swag – “Trick or treating for Adults” 3) Easter Eggs at the Grand Floridian 2) The People 1) Her lightsabers! Brenda: Celebrity Cruise Line – Celebrity Beyond 5) Absolutely beautiful! The level of creativity was absolutely breathtakingly beautiful. 4) Went with Linda, her older sister. Infinity Balcony – different from a verandah and was nicer than they thought it would be. 3) Food - My Time Dining plus could eat at whichever restaurant they wanted instead of rotational dining like Disney has. Food was really good. 2) The pools - really large, very accommodating, big main pool, two infinity pools, two story champagne glasses that were hot tubs. Great number of shady spots around the pools that were really helpful. 1) The Cruise – being on the open water is soothing to the soul. This Day in Disney History for April 11: 1925: Roy Oliver Disney marries Edna Francis Disney Who’s Who Character Clarabelle Cow from Mickey and Friends A Little Bit of Walt: “A word may be said in regard to the concept and conduct of Disneyland‘s operational tone. Although various sections will have the fun and flavor of a carnival or amusement park, there will be none of the ‘pitches,’ game wheels, sharp practices, and devices designed to milk the visitor’s pocketbook.” -- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: We're taking a journey into the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort! Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 164 - Top 5 Episodes of On the Road with Mickey! Top 5 Episodes of On the Road with Mickey! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 164 and our feature topic this week while Brenda is on a Celebrity Cruise is our Top 5 Episodes of On the Road with Mickey! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Sophie: Over at Disneyland, Mickey’s Toontown reopened on March 19th! This wasn’t just about opening Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway in the land, they did some retheming in other areas as well. One thing I really like, the Runaway Railway attraction is located in the El Capitoon Theater. Mike: TRON over at the Magic Kingdom has started a soft opening of the attraction as of March 20th! The official opening date is April 4th. In addition, the Magic Kingdom will continue to offer Individual Lightning Lane access for 7 Dwarfs Mine Train in addition to offering it for TRON. Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Top 5 Episodes of On the Road with Mickey! Sophie: 5) Episode 162 – Best Dessert at any restaurant! 4) Twelve Days of Disney, episode 151, December 26, 2022! 3) The Nine Old Men Series we did with Brenda. In particular I liked the third part of that series (episode 56 2/8/2021) because that was when we made it official and Brenda joined us full time! 2) A Conversation with Ira David Wood III, Episode 141, October 10, 2022 1) A Tribute to Walt Disney, Episode 148, December 5, 2022 Mike: 5) Yehaa Bob song episode 20, 1st video show 4) Twelve Days of Disney, episode 151, December 26, 2022! 3) The Nine Old Men Series we did with Brenda. In particular I liked the third part of that series (episode 56 2/8/2021) because that was when we made it official and Brenda joined us full time! 2) 100th Episode of On the Road with Mickey, December 13, 2021 1) Sophie’s 21st Birthday Trip Recap episode 129, 7/11/2022 Honorable Mentions Episode 141, 10/10/2022, A Conversation with Ira David Wood III Episode 99, 12/6/2021, Celebrating the Disney Community Episode 58, 2/22/2021, When Disney Goes Above and Beyond This Day in Disney History for March 27: 1999: Disneyland Railroad Train #2, the E.P. Ripley, is rededicated. Disney Who’s Who Character “Stanley” Hook Hand from Tangled A Little Bit of Walt: “It’s kind of fun to do the impossible.” -- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: No episode, but in two weeks, Sophie’s Recap of MegaCon Orlando, and Brenda’s Recap of the Celebrity Cruise Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 163 - Aunt Brenda Goes to Washington! Aunt Brenda Goes to Washington! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 163 and our feature topic this week is Aunt Brenda Goes to Washington! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Mike: Moana comes to Animal Kingdom starting on April 22nd for a new Meet & Greet! Also, later this summer, Figment will be coming to the Imagination! Pavilion. Lastly, in the fall, Mirabel from Encanto will be greeting guests at Fairytale Garden, which will be transformed into a space reminiscent of la Familia Madrigal. Sophie: The Mandalorian – or should we call it “Grogu and his buddies” … Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Aunt Brenda Goes to Washington! Brenda recently had a wonderful trip to Washington, D.C. with her sisters. Here is her story about that trip and all it meant to her! Favorite Planner: Krissyanne Designs – https://www.krissyanne.com/ Stayed at the Lyle Hotel Favorite Part: Go Wild is a unique group that loves crafty things over other things. When they get together, it’s like coming home. Speakers were wonderful. Meeting people in person was wonderful. Best part is the SWAG! Some of the Talks: The Practice of being yourself – Angelia Trinadad Craft Your Life – Amy Tangerine From Surviving to Thriving – Sierra Friend Uncover Your Power and Set Yourself Free – Alex L. Favorites: Post Secret by Frank Warren and Define Your Role: A Conversation with Renée Elise Goldsberry Nighttime Monument Tour Sisters did Mount Vernon Library of Congress Arlington National Cemetery Changing of the Guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Robert E. Lee’s House Goldie This Day in Disney History for March 20: 1948: Disney's The Song of the South wins two Oscars Allie Wrubel & Ray Gilbert win for their song "Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah," and actor James Baskett wins an Honorary Award for his heartwarming portrayal of Uncle Remus. This makes Baskett the first black male to ever win an Academy Award and the first actor to win an Oscar for a performance in a Disney feature. Disney Who’s Who Character Maudie from Brave. A Little Bit of Walt: “Never get bored or cynical. Yesterday is a thing of the past.” -- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: Sophie & Mike’s Top 5 Episodes of On the Road with Mickey Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 162 - Best Desserts at any Restaurant! Best Desserts at any Restaurant! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 162 and our feature topic this week is the Best Desserts at any Restaurant! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese First, a correction. Last week I inadvertently called the new Moana attraction they are creating at Epcot the Way of Water, but that’s incorrect. The official name is Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Sophie: Over at Disneyland, the Disney Vacation Club has been building a DVC component to the Disneyland Hotel. It’s called The Villas at Disneyland Hotel, and it will be welcoming guests on September 28, 2023! Mike: Well, the 50th anniversary of the Magic Kingdom is starting to wind down. The decorations are starting to come down, and WDW is starting to transition to the 100 Years of Magic. Brenda: Typhoon Lagoon reopens March 19th and Blizzard Beach is closing on March 19th. Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Best Desserts at any restaurant Sophie: Berry pound cake Shortcake from Garden Grill Runner up: Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake from Liberty Tree Brenda: Ger’s Bread and Butter Pudding at Raglan Road Runner up: Sticky Toffee Pudding at Rose & Crown Mike: Dessert Party treats Runner up: A whole list, watch the video! This Day in Disney History for March 13: 1928: Walt Disney sends a telegram to his brother Roy stating "Everything will be OK". Disney Who’s Who Character Bonnie from the Toy Story Movies. A Little Bit of Walt: “Today we are shapers of the world of tomorrow.” -- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: Aunt Brenda Goes to Washington! Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 161 - Best Dinner Entree at any Restaurant! Best Dinner Entrees at any Restaurant! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 161 and our feature topic this week is the Best Dinner Entrées at any Restaurant! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Mike: In refurbishment news, we have some good things to report! Kali River Rapids was supposed to be closed through March 17 for refurbishment, but it reopened almost 3 weeks early! Sophie: Have you seen Episode 1 of The Mandalorian yet? We are so excited that it is finally back! What about you? Grogu literally asks to watch it every day (well, maybe not…) Brenda: Also over at Animal Kingdom Park, there is some discussion that came out of D23 about Dinoland being changed into either a Moana themed area or perhaps something from Zootopia. What do you think? Do you see either happening? Let us know in the comments, and Mike & Sophie, what do you think will happen? Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Best Dinner entrée at any restaurant Brenda: ‘Ohana dinner – family style dinner, one entree that she really likes is the Pork Dumplings tossed in garlic chili sauce. Mike: Akershus Royal Dining Hall, Traditional KjØttkake: Norwegian Meatballs Sophie: The Garden Grill Restaurant, family style dinner, Chimichurri Steak This Day in Disney History for March 6: 1888: Marceline, Missouri is incorporated. Disney Who’s Who Character Kuzco from the Emperor’s New Groove (again) A Little Bit of Walt: “Everyone needs deadlines. Even the beavers. They loaf around all summer, but when they are faced with the winter deadline, they work like fury. If we didn’t have deadlines, we’d stagnate.” -- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: Best Dessert at any Disney Restaurant! Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 159 - Best Breakfast Entree at any Restaurant! Best Lunch Entrees at any Restaurant! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 160 and our feature topic this week is the Best Lunch Entrées at any Restaurant! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Brenda: Get ready! Those that love Narcoossee’s at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will be excited to know that it is reopening on April 1st! And this isn’t any old April Fools Joke, either! Sophie: Starting June 1, Disney After Hours will be coming to EPCOT! Remember, this is a special ticket event, and give guests an additional three hours in the parks with low wait times, complimentary treats, including ice cream and soft drinks, and admission to the park beginning at 7 p.m. Mike: Over at Universal Orlando Resort, the new roller coaster VelociCoaster has been added to Express Pass! Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Best Lunch entrée at any restaurant Sophie: Casey’s Corner Hotdog w/ fries Rosie’s All-American Cafe chicken nuggets w/ fries Also, Yak & Yeti counter service egg rolls! Brenda: General Tso Chicken Salad at Connections Eatery, EPCOT Mike: Smoked Pulled Pork Sandwich from Flame Tree BBQ and Memphis Dry-rub Pork Ribs from the Regal Eagle This Day in Disney History for February 27: 1941: "When You Wish Upon a Star" and 1942: "Walt Disney Weeps as He Gets Oscar." Disney Who’s Who Character Mater from Cars A Little Bit of Walt: “First, think. Second, believe. Third, dream. And finally, dare.” -- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: Best Dinner Entrée at any Disney Restaurant! Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 159 - Best Breakfast Entree at any Restaurant! Best Breakfast Entree at any Restaurant! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 159 and our feature topic this week is our Best Breakfast Entree at any Restaurant! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Brenda: The Raglan Road St. Patrick’s Day Festival is going to be March 16-19 this year! So, you can celebrate before, during, and after St. Patrick’s Day! Sophie: For a while now, Tower of Terror at Hollywood Studios had really long wait times – as much as 80 or 90 minutes! It turns out they were working on one of the elevator shafts, and that is now completed, so the wait times are much better than they were before! Mike: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster closed today for a refurbishment, so this may impact the wait times for Tower of Terror, so keep that in mind. Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Best Breakfast entrée at any restaurant Mike: Mickey Waffles and sausage links from ‘Ohana Breakfast with Lilo & Stitch. Sophie: Lemon-Blueberry Pancakes from Primo Piatta at the Riviera Resort Brenda: French Toast Bread Pudding with Pecan Praline Sauce from Boma - Flavors of Africa at Animal Kingdom Lodge This Day in Disney History for February 20: 1986: WED Enterprises officially is renamed Walt Disney Imagineering Disney Who’s Who Character Owl from Winnie the Pooh A Little Bit of Walt: “I dream, I test my dreams against my beliefs, I dare to take risks, and I execute my vision to make those dreams come true.” -- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: Best Lunch Entrée at any Disney Restaurant! Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 158 - Romantic Disney Traditions! Romantic Disney Traditions! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 158 and our feature topic this week is our Romantic Disney Traditions! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Brenda: On the Disney Magic, several categories of staterooms that were Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah are being converted to Concierge. It’s not a huge number of staterooms, but they will be ready for sail dates beginning on May 5th and are available for booking now. Reach out to us if you have any questions! Sophie: Back at Hollywood Studios, meet and greets with Goofy, Max, and the Incredibles! You can now see these characters during your visit to the park! Mike: This isn’t cheddar for now because it’s rumor — so how about we call it Cheez-Whiz – but the rumor is that Pecos Bills is going to be closed and rethemed into a Tiana restaurant. What do you think? Should they do that? Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Romantic Disney Traditions Sophie: Treats for Valentines Day Heart at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant with Lady & The Tramp paw prints Wishing Book in Pinocchio Village Haus Proposal in front of Cinderella Castle Brenda: Going into the Wayback Machine to when the kids were teenagers. The kids would go back to the room, and Butch and Brenda would close down the park. Two person swing, at sunset between the Beach & Yacht Club or at the Riviera Carriage Ride at Port Orleans Riverside Watching the fireworks from your balcony. Mike: Victoria & Alberts Proposal in front of Cinderella Castle (Stephanie & Shane) Walk around World Showcase at night Disney tucking us into bed at the Grand Californian Hotel This Day in Disney History for February 13: 1987 and 2004: Doggone Valentine and Disneyland Tower of Terror ceremony. Disney Who’s Who Character Mama Odie from The Princess and the Frog A Little Bit of Walt: “Anaheim was a town of 14,000 then, and if someone had mentioned that one year soon six million visitors would come to Disneyland, folks might have had second thoughts about inviting us. In fact, we might have had second thoughts about building a Disneyland!” -- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: Best Breakfast Entrée at any Disney Restaurant! Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 157 - Navigating the Parks: Animal Kingdom! Navigating the Parks: Animal Kingdom! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 157 and our feature topic this week is our Navigating the Parks: Animal Kingdom! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Brenda: Here’s a few things to know about TRON for when it opens to the public on April 4th: 1) It will use a virtual queue, so no standby line. 2) You can purchase access via Individual Lightning Lane. 3) The attraction will have complimentary lockers to store bigger items in during your ride. Small items such as cellphones, glasses, or wallets can be stored in a small compartment on the ride vehicle. 4) Lastly, there are Disney Photopass Photo and Video offerings that will automatically link to your My Disney Experience account. Sophie: Disney recently announced that the company is donating $500,000 total to five Florida organizations – $100,000 for each organization – to expand conservation efforts in central Florida. The organizations are Conservation Florida, Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation, The Nature Conservancy, Trout Lake Nature Center and Wekiva Wilderness Trust. We also learned that The Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Season two is now on Disney+, so we’ll have to check that out as well! Mike: In movie news, Avatar: The Way of Water has now passed Star Wars: The Force Awakens to become the fourth highest grossing film worldwide, with over 2 billion in receipts. The speculation is that it will become the highest grossing movie of all time before it’s done. Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Navigating the Parks: Animal Kingdom Mike: Not as much in the show notes, we were just enjoying the conversation more than taking notes. Generally, though, we navigate the park clockwise and don't do a whole lot in Discovery Island. Sophie: Sophie reiterated what I said but also talked about the various ways of getting to Expedition Everest. Brenda: For Brenda, a typical Animal Kingdom day is part of the day there, and the rest of the day at Epcot, so she talked about combining the day into two parks. This Day in Disney History for February 6: 1911: The Birth of Ronald Reagan Disney Who’s Who Character Sally Carrera from Cars A Little Bit of Walt: “Fun and wonder are the important elements, in addition to quality in production and performance, which are most responsible for the success of Disney productions.”-- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: Romantic Disney Traditions! Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 156 - Navigating the Parks: Hollywood Studios! Navigating the Parks: Hollywood Studios! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 156 and our feature topic this week is our Navigating the Parks: Hollywood Studios! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Brenda: The dates for the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival have been released! The Festival will run from March 1 - July 5, 2023! Sophie: As we all know, Splash Mountain’s last day of operation was January 22nd, and is closed for the makeover into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. However, while one ride closed, other attractions are reopening! Ariel’s Grotto reopened on January 22nd, and Enchanted Tales with Belle will reopen on February 19th. This is in addition to Pete’s Silly Sideshow reopening recently as well! Mike: Each day we get a day closer to things being completed at Epcot. While we don’t have an exact date yet for Moana: Journey of Water, we do know that the walkthrough attraction will be opening in the fall of this year! Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Navigating the Parks: Hollywood Studios Sophie: Usually a 1 day park for us. Brenda: Purchase Genie+ and ILL for Rise Slinky Dog Dash for G1 Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Rock & Roller Coaster G2 Shop Frozen Show Butch & Alayeah Star Tours, Brenda and McKinley Tower of Terror Sci-Fi Go meet Olaf and Minnie Trolley Car Cafe for Carrot Cake Cookie and Butterfinger Cupcake Shopping Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage Fantasmic Mike: The day we had for Sophie’s birthday was what we based our navigation around, it was such a good day. This Day in Disney History for January 30: 1988: IllumiNations premiers at Epcot! Disney Who’s Who Character Kaa the Python from The Jungle Book A Little Bit of Walt: “One day I learned that dreams exist to come true. And since that day I do not sleep for rest. I sleep just to dream." -- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: Navigating the Parks: Animal Kingdom! Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 155 - Navigating the Parks: Epcot! Navigating the Parks: Epcot! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 155 and our feature topic this week is our Navigating the Parks: Epcot! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Sophie: Big news! Season 3 of The Mandalorian will premiere on March 1st! Brenda: During Epcot’s Festival of the Arts, the Odyssey building is the location of Figment’s Inspiration Station. While you visit there, you can get an inexpensive treat and keepsake to take home with you, it’s the Grape Smoothie with freeze-dried Skittles. The cost: just $5.50! Mike: Over at Disney’s California Adventure Park, work has begun that will transform Pacific Wharf into San Fransokyo from Big Hero 6! I think that will be a neat transformation, and I’m looking forward to seeing how it looks when it’s completed! Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Navigating the Parks: Epcot Mike: Future World Spaceship Earth Soarin’ Living with the Land Finding Nemo Turtle Talk with Dude Crush Mission Space Test Track Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Heading to Mexico for the Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros! Brenda: Genie+, ILL for Guardians, Boarding Zone for Guardians Remy (G1) Test Track (G2) Beauty and the Beast in France Norway Frozen Ever After Meet Anna and Elsa Mexico The Land Soarin’ Living with the Land Eat at Connections Eatery Test Track (G3) Spaceship Earth Via Napoli Dinner Fireworks Sophie: Continuing from Mexico where Daddy left off, all of World Showcase! This Day in Disney History for January 23: 1943: Ollie Johnston marries Marie Worthey 1946: Frank Thomas is discharged from the Army Air Corps Disney Who’s Who Character Roz from Monsters, Inc. A Little Bit of Walt: “Out of our years of experimenting and experience we learned one basic thing about bringing pleasure and knowledge to people of all ages and conditions which goes to the very roots of public communication. That is this – the power of relating facts, as well as fables, in story form.” -- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: Navigating the Parks: Hollywood Studios! Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 154 - Navigating the Parks: Magic Kingdom! Navigating the Parks: Magic Kingdom! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 154 and our feature topic this week is our Navigating the Parks: Magic Kingdom! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Sophie: TRON Lightcycle / Run opening date has been announced! April 4th! Brenda: Happily Ever After and Epcot Forever are returning to Disney on April 3rd! Mike: Which, unfortunately means that Harmonious is going to end. Its last performance is April 2nd. Brenda: Other news: Free Self-Parking returns to WDW Hotels! In the next few months, WDW Annual Passholders park reservations after 2PM aren’t needed (except for weekends). Also, in the next few months, if you purchase Genie+, the digital downloads of your ride photos will be included at no additional cost. Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Navigating the Parks: Magic Kingdom Brenda: Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lane at 7AM. Rope Drop Space Mountain (G1) Peter Pan It’s a Small World Pooh Buzz Lightyear BTMRR (G2) TTA CoP Mad Tea Party Fantasyland attractions WDW Railroad Haunted Mansion (G3) Pirates of the Caribbean Magic Carpets of Aladdin Watch the parade in Frontierland Princess Meet & Greet (G4) Tom Sawyer Island with snack and drink Fireworks (G5) - if available Carousel Mickey’s PhilharMagic Dinner Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Fireworks Sophie: We wing it! We don’t often rope drop Depends on hunger level Clockwise vs. Counter-clockwise Line length helps determine ride Tomorrowland Fantasyland Land at a time Mike: What Sophie said lol This Day in Disney History for January 16: 1890: The birth of Edna Francis, wife of Roy O. Disney Disney Who’s Who Character Kristoff from Frozen A Little Bit of Walt: (He wrote his ideas for a new type of theme park, originally called Mickey Mouse Park, to a friend, saying), "I just want it to look like nothing else in the world...and it should be surrounded by a train."- Walt Disney Coming Next Week: Navigating the Parks: Epcot! Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 153 - 2022 Year in Review! 2022 Year in Review! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 153 of On the Road with Mickey and our feature topic this week is our 2022 Year in Review! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here’s the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese Sophie: The Epcot International Festival of the Arts is gearing up, running from January 13th - February 20th, 2023. Part of the excitement is that you can also watch some of the Disney on Broadway concert series performances during your stay. Who’s going to be there? Brenda: On select seven-night sailings through mid-March, families cruising on the Disney Fantasy will enjoy Pixar Day at Sea! This day-long celebration will include meet-and-greet opportunities, dance and pool parties, family activities and an all-new nighttime spectacular! Mike: This past Friday, January 6th, was a very special day. For starters, it was my Dad’s 83rd birthday, so Happy Birthday Dad! In addition, January 6, 2020 was the day that Sophie and I kicked off On the Road with Mickey! For those of you that have been faithful listeners since that first episode, thank you so much for following along with us. Here’s to another great year of podcasts! Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: 2022 Year In Review! Sophie: 1) Expedition Everest 2) Her first drink with Aunt Robin. 3) Spending time with Aunt Brenda and all her family! 4) Surprising Aunt Robin with the meetup with Steph & Shane and the girls. 5)Candlelight Processional Brenda: 1) Celebrating 1 year of being on the show! 2) Traveling in June with Alayea and McKinley for Sophie’s birthday! 3) Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! 4) Cruising on the Disney Wish! 5) Seeing Fantasmic again!!! Mike: 1) Celebrating Sophie’s 21st birthday with family and friends! 2) Taking Robin to WDW for Christmas and surprising her with her grand kids and Stephanie and Shane. 3) The Candlelight Processional 4) Watching 5) Bread Pudding Challenge! This Day in Disney History for January 9: 1913: The birth of Disney Legend Donn Tatum! Disney Who’s Who Character Prince Charming from Cinderella A Little Bit of Walt: “Movies can and do have tremendous influence in shaping young lives in the realm of entertainment toward the ideals and objectives of normal adulthood.” - Walt Disney Coming Next Week: Navigating the Parks: Magic Kingdom! Watch us on YouTube!