Our DISfunctional Family

Episode 27: Disney+ to Get You PUMPED for Disney Parks!

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 22:00:00 -0600

Join Missy Mouse & Trader Sammy as we host our first (of I'm sure MANY) discussions of the newest major streaming platform - Disney+! We are OBSESSED and we can't wait to help you with our newest tricks on getting pumped up for your Disney trips from home!

Episode 26: Halloween in Orlando Pt 2 - Halloween Horror Nights!

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0500

H A P P Y H A L L O W E E N!
Join Missy Mouse and Trader Sammy for another SPOOKY discussion about Halloween in Orlando! This time, we break down all of the tips, tricks, specialty food, scare zones, and most importantly, HAUNTED HOUSES offered at Universal Orlando Resort's Halloween Horror Nights!

Episode 25: Halloween in Orlando Pt 1 - Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party!

Sun, 27 Oct 2019 22:00:00 -0500

Join your ghost hosts for a SPOOKY rendition of Our DISfunctional Family as we discuss our experience and tips for enjoying Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World! We will continue the spooky conversations later this week as we discuss the other major Halloween even in Orlando, Universal's Halloween Horror Nights, in Halloween in Orlando Pt 2!

Episode 24: EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival 2019

Sat, 05 Oct 2019 20:00:00 -0500

Join Missy Mouse and Trader Sammy as they talk about their VERY FAVORITE THING - FOOD!!! So many great offerings at Food and Wine, we are so excited to finally get to experience and share with you!

Don't forget to check out our preferred travel agent if you are interested in attending this or any of Disney's other awesome events. Natalie Henderson's contact info below:

Magical Vacations by Natalie Henderson
Main Street Magic, LLC
(815) 883-0945
natalie@mainstreetmagicllc.com
http://www.mainstreetmagicllc.com

Episode 23: H2O Glow Nights & Villains After Hours

Sat, 05 Oct 2019 20:00:00 -0500

Join us as we dive into the topic of after hours events at WDW! While these can sometimes seem excessive (especially when looking at the prices!), there is quite a bit to these late night "parties" that Disney likes to throw. Listen to Missy Mouse & Trader Sammy discuss the pros and cons!

*Edit - This is a re-upload. We realized we had some editing errors! Sorry about that! :)

Episode 22: Toy Story 4 & The Lion King - Movie Reviews!

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 16:00:00 -0500

You know Trader Sammy & Missy Mouse like watching movies as much as they like visiting the parks! Join us as we talk about the two major Disney summer blockbusters - Toy Story 4 & the new, 2019, live action, The Lion King! Disney never disappoints!

Episode 21: How to BEAT THE HEAT at Walt Disney World Resort!

Sun, 23 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0500

Hear about how hot and humid central Florida is in the middle of the summer? Work force you to take your trip then anyway? Listen to this episode to hear Missy Mouse & Trader Sammy's pro tips on how to beat that heat and get the best out of your miserably hot WDW vacation!

Episode 20: Some DISfunctional Updates!

Wed, 12 Jun 2019 21:00:00 -0500

Hiya folks - WE'RE BACK! Check out this episode to hear about all of our recent DISfunctional adventures as well as some summer park updates in WDW and Disneyland! Galaxy's Edge is getting us ALL SORTS of pumped up, how about you?!

Episode 19: Where to Start When Planning a Disney Vacation - ft. Special Guest, Disney Travel Agent Natalie Henderson

Wed, 24 Apr 2019 20:00:00 -0500

Magical Vacations by Natalie Henderson - Main Street Magic LLC joins Trader Sammy & Missy Mouse as they discuss how to START planning for a Disney vacation. There are so many steps - let us help you narrow it down!

Need help planning your trip at NO COST TO YOU?
Contact Natalie today:
📞 (815) 883-0945
📧 natalie@mainstreetmagicllc.com
🌐 http://www.mainstreetmagicllc.com

Episode 18: A Trip to the Movies - Dumbo & Captain Marvel!

Sun, 14 Apr 2019 22:00:00 -0500

Join us as we discuss our interpretation and reviews of the new live-action Dumbo along with the Marvel Universe's newest addition - Captain Marvel! It's been a great year at the movie theater so far and it's only going to get better from here!

Episode 17: Sammy SOLO’s solo WDW trip with Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party

Wed, 27 Mar 2019 13:00:00 -0500

Sammy SOLO’s? Sammy’s SOLO? Either way, join us as we discuss our first experience with a solo trip to Walt Disney World! Including details about Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party!

Episode 16: Wild Africa Trek & Figgy's Flash Briefing!

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0600

Join us as we discuss some new updates coming to Epcot, Bippity Boppity Boutique, and Universal Studios Florida! Also, listen to us review our experience with the Wild Africa Trek tour at Animal Kingdom!

Episode 15: Dark Rides (Family Friendly Rides) at Walt Disney World!

Mon, 18 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0600

Join Missy Mouse & Trader Sammy as we discuss all of the current dark rides (indoor, family friendly rides) that Walt Disney World has to offer!

Episode 14: Toy Story - The Land, The Rides, The Movies, & More!

Sat, 09 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0600

Join us as we embark on a "review" of WDW's newest themed land - Toy Story Land! Do you love the same things that we do? Does it relate well to the movies? Listen to our discussion, and tell us what you think!

Episode 13: Walt Disney World on a Budget!

Fri, 01 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0600

Join us as we discuss our MUCH more realistic trip planning - on a budget! We are all about helping you save!

Episode 12: Our Disney Bucket List and DREAM Walt Disney World Vacation!

Tue, 22 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0600

Join us for lots of laughs as we discuss our DREAM trips to Walt Disney World. We pretended money wasn't in the picture...HAH! And then of course our slightly more realistic Disney Bucket Lists.... what's on yours?!

Episode 11: Bests of 2018 and Excitement for 2019!

Mon, 14 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0600

Join us as we discuss our FAVORITE experiences (including movies, park excursions, and more) of 2018, and dive into our exciting adventures to come in 2019! We couldn't be more excited for another year of DISfunction!

Most important, join in on our poll:
Do you think that Rey from Star Wars will end up being a Kenobi, a Solo, or someone else? Make sure to respond to our Facebook poll!

https://www.facebook.com/ourDISfunctionalfamily/

Episode 10: Mary Poppins Returns!

Mon, 07 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0600

Join us as we discuss our take on the newest Disney classic, Mary Poppins Returns! We incorporate it's connection with the original and it's new spin. What did you think of the movie?!

Episode 9: Festival of the Holidays at California Adventure and Thanksgiving Feast at Disneyland Hotel

Thu, 03 Jan 2019 21:00:00 -0600

Join us as we discuss our experience with amazing FOOD at Disneyland Resort! We experienced both the Festival of the Holidays at Disney California Adventure Park AND a Thanksgiving Feast at Disneyland Hotel! We were STUFFED with both food and knowledge, and we wanted to share!

Episode 8: Disney California Adventure vs. Disney's Hollywood Studios and EPCOT!

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 21:00:00 -0600

Join us as we compare Disney California Adventure park to both Disney's Hollywood Studios and EPCOT at Walt Disney World in Florida. We discuss similarities and differences in size, food, experiences, and so much more!

Episode 7: A Disneyland Park/Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World Comparison!

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 22:00:00 -0600

From coast to coast, hear Missy Mouse and Trader Sammy discuss their views on the differences between the two American Magic-Kingdom-style parks! Between history, castles, lands, shows, and rides, this is one you won't want to miss. Let us know if there is anything you agree or disagree with when it comes to which experiences are better at which park!

Episode 6: Figgy's Flash Briefing and Disneyland/Universal Studios Hollywood Overview

Sat, 01 Dec 2018 12:00:00 -0600

Join us for our first Figgy's Flash Briefing as we give you some updates going on around the Walt Disney World Resort, and hear a little bit about our recent trip to Disneyland and Universal Studios Hollywood! Be on the lookout for more episodes pertaining to our most recent trip.

DON'T FORGET to help name the newest giraffe at Disney's Animal Kingdom:
https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2018/11/wildlife-wednesday-help-us-name-newest-giraffe-calf-at-disneys-animal-kingdom/

Hope you all had a fabulous Thanksgiving!
- Missy Mouse & Trader Sammy

Episode 5: Movies to Watch Before Your Trip to Walt Disney World!

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 21:00:00 -0600

Listen to us give advice about which movies to watch to get PUMPED up for a trip to Walt Disney World! We've got advice whether you're an avid Disney-Goer (veteran) or a newbie! (rookie). Let us know your thoughts!

R O O K I E S
Magic Kingdom:
- Cinderella
- Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
Epcot:
- Frozen
Animal Kingdom:
- Avatar
Hollywood Studios:
- Toy Story

V E T E R A N S
Magic Kingdom:
- Pirates of the Caribbean: All of them!
- Casey at Bat short from Make Mine Music
- Pecos Bill short from Melody Time
- Walt Before Mickey
Epcot:
- Mulan
- Beauty and the Beast
- Mary Poppins
- The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
- The Three Caballeros
Animal Kingdom:
- Avatar
- Up!
- A Bug's Life
Hollywood Studios:
- Twilight Zone
- Toy Story 2 and 3

Episode 4: Our Favorite FOOD at Walt Disney World and Universal Studios Orlando!

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 07:00:00 -0600

Tune in as we discuss our favorite places to chow down in both Walt Disney World and Universal Studios Orlando! Be sure to review and subscribe, and leave us feedback on your favorite restaurants in or out of the parks!

Episode 3: Our Favorite Rides/Attractions at Universal Orlando Resort!

Mon, 05 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0600

Listen to us talk about our top three (or sometimes more) FAVORITE attractions at Universal Studios Florida and Universal's Islands of Adventure! Be sure to subscribe and review!

Episode 2: Our Favorite Rides/Attractions at Walt Disney World Resort!

Mon, 29 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0500

Listen to us talk about our top three (or sometimes more) FAVORITE attractions at Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, EPCOT, and Magic Kingdom! Be sure to subscribe and review!

Episode 1: Introducing Missy Mouse & Trader Sammy!

Wed, 24 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0500

Introducing your hosts, Missy Mouse & Trader Sammy. We live a DISfunctional life of loving movies, theme parks, and seeing how they overlap! Get the latest tips and tricks about Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, Universal Studios Hollywood, and more. All the while discussing how our favorite movies are incorporated.

We bring the magic home to you and the movies into the parks! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!