ToonFinder Presents: Episode 14

Filed under: ToonFinder Presents — Linus on July 29, 2005 @ 2:25 pm

In this episode we chat a little bit more about Ariel’s move to DCA with all her princess friends. I have some more info on the move, and why it actually sounds like it might alleviate all the problems that the princesses have faced at Plaza Inn.

We also dig a little deeper into my opinion of hand-drawn vs. CG character animation.

A big thanks to Don over at the Magical Theme Park Podcast for the nod on his last show.

Click here to listen to Episode Fourteen

 

ToonFinder Presents: Episode 13

Filed under: ToonFinder Presents — Linus on July 26, 2005 @ 11:25 pm

Here we are with Episode 13!

This a few notes from this podcast:
A new podcast is on the scene! Head on over and listen to Mouse Guest Weekly and make sure Eric is feeling the love.

I give you a little update on my mess-ups from our last episode, just filling in the holes that I left open. For example, Mickey’s appearance at a dining location was short lived… and I’m sort of happy about it.

People near Hong Kong Disneyland don’t like the fireworks Disney is using. They want to have the air launch system installed to cut down on the smoke. Disney says “its not feasible”.

DisneyToon Studios is closing it’s Sydney Australia location.

Miramax has a new president and Sky High is coming on thursday (welcome back into the fold Kurt Russel)

Click here to listen to Episode Thirteen

 

ToonFinder Presents: Episode 12

Filed under: ToonFinder Presents — Linus on July 23, 2005 @ 2:04 am
Update:It seems this episode is just full of mess-ups. Just after posting this episode I realized I’m a total idiot. I did a whole bit about Ariel’s Grotto forgetting to say anything about the most recent meet and greets that the princesses are kicking out that have nothing to do with Ariel. Since Ariel’s Grotto is currently the only place to dine with Mickey Mouse, once this change is made Mickey will no longer be at any of the character dining resturants. It was good while it lasted.

Also, I mis-spoke about the gargoyles. They are in fact part of the Hunchback unit, not the Herc unit. That was just a major brain fart. As part of the Herc unit you will see Herc, Meg, Pain, Panic, and probably Philoctetes.

Ahh well… can’t get it right all the time.

In today’s episode I re-hash some newly confirmed character dining changes that will be taking effect at Disneyland on Aug. 16. This is some news thats been batted around as rumors on some Disney fan message boards for a little while, and I’m a little late brining it too you, but better late then never ‘eh?

I also go off on lots of news bits from all over the Disney company including a travel industry survey that came my way.

Click here to listen to Episode Twelve

 

ToonFinder Presents: Episode 11

Filed under: ToonFinder Presents — Linus on July 21, 2005 @ 6:13 pm

I have a special treat for you today. Episode 11 of Toonfinder Presents is actually not much of an episode. It’s a full audio recording of Disneyland’s 50th Anniversary Castle Ceremony.

I don’t mud this up with any conversation at all.

Please enjoy this full audio recording presented by ToonFinder.com

Click here to listen to Episode Eleven – A full audio recording of the July 17th Castle Ceremony at Disneyland USA.

 

ToonFinder Presents: Episode 10

Filed under: ToonFinder Presents — Linus on July 19, 2005 @ 9:20 pm

We have a wonderful show for you today. Some words of wisdom and encouragement from Walt Disney himself.

A big thank you to all of you who have emailed me, I will make sure I respond to all of you. And a special thanks to Don from the Magical Theme Park Podcast for sending me a nice note.

Here are the visual aids I promised:

All Service Awards

Here is an example of all the service award pins you might see on a Disney Cast Member’s name tag.

All Pins

Click here to listen to Episode Ten

 

ToonFinder Presents: Episode 9

Filed under: ToonFinder Presents — Linus on July 18, 2005 @ 11:09 pm

In this episode we talk a little bit about the plight of the super disney fan to have all things with a Disney logo… whether they are for sale or not. and then a bit about some of the reactions to the 50th festivities.

Some notable links are:
Official Disneyland Podcasts
The Magical Theme Park Podcast

Update: Don from the Magical Theme Park Podcast sent me a very nice note this morning. He produces several podcasts, so his site (once complete) should feature all of them including the Magical Theme Park Podcast. I do appreciate the time and effort that goes into producing such a polished peice. It’s very well worth a listen.

I found a photo of the buffet holder the woman was trying to take. This photo was taken after the Thanksgiving buffet.

Mickey Buffet Holder

Click here to listen to Episode Nine

 

Happy Birthday Disneyland

Filed under: ToonFinder Presents — Linus on July 17, 2005 @ 12:01 am

If you’re reading this it should be just past midnight on July 17, 2005. It was 50 years ago today Walt Disney started it all when he said those famous words:

“To all who come to this happy place: Welcome. Disneyland is your land. Here, age relives fond memories of the past, and here youth may savor the challenge and promise of the future. Disneyland is dedicated to the ideals, the dreams, and the hard facts that have created America, with the hope that it will be a source of joy and inspiration to all the world.”

 

ToonFinder Presents: Episode 8 (part 2)

Filed under: ToonFinder Presents — Linus on July 13, 2005 @ 10:08 pm

Today’s episode had to be chopped into two parts. Sorry for the trouble, but we didn’t know about some limitations with our audio software till it was too late.

Here is part two of my soap box rant about interacting with Characters.

Click here to listen to Episode Eight – Part 2

 

ToonFinder Presents: Episode 8 (Part 1)

Filed under: ToonFinder Presents — Linus on @ 10:02 pm

Today’s episode had to be chopped into two parts. Sorry for the trouble, but we didn’t know about some limitations with our audio software till it was too late.

We talk a bit about Michael Goheagen’s return for more podcasting from Disneyland. Here is the promised link to his site at Reel Reviews.

Next is a link to the new games from Disney Online. It’s pinball… lots of it. Here is a link

Then I hop up on my little soap box for a rant about behavior at Disney parks… more specifically how to act when interacting with Disney characters. It’s all about these 4 things: Be Prepared, Be Nice, Be Informed, and finally… Make a Magical Memory

I hope you enjoy this episode. Thank you so much for listening!

Click here to listen to Episode Eight – Part 1

 

More podcasts from Disneyland

Filed under: Other Bits — Linus on @ 12:16 am

On the PodCasting news front I just read that Michael W. Geoghegan is back at Disneyland to Podcast the festivities on July 17th. He’s posted an entry on his blog about his day today with Tim O’Day putting together another awesome walking tour.

If you haven’t yet listened to the podcasts from May 3rd-5th I highly reccommend setting some time aside for these. They are a wonderful listen.

 
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