Dedicated to Disneyland Paris Podcast
198 episodes - English - Latest episode: 15 days ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsJoin hosts Beth, Emily and Vanessa as they talk about their favourite place: Disneyland Paris. You'll hear guest interviews, trivia quizzes, virtual tours and much, much more!
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Episodes
Episode 49: The Double Christmas Review Special
December 14, 2014 21:17 - 1 hour - 98.4 MBFirst we have all the news from the shareholder round table sit down with CEO Tom Wolber among others, and hear about all the plans they have for Disneyland Paris’ future. Things have changed for the Anna and Elsa meet and greet, again, whilst the stunts are back in Walt Disney Studios. Then, in a first for the Dedicated to DLP Podcast, both Steve and Mark have visited Disneyland Paris within days of each other. That means a bumper review of Christmas 2014. There’s more too, but you’ll have ...
Episode 48: Disney's Enchanted Christmas 2014
November 26, 2014 16:30 - 1 hour - 93.2 MBIn this episode we discuss EVERYTHING that Disneyland Paris has to offer this Christmas. Well, almost everything, as we are both staying spoiler free for the new Disney Dreams! of Christmas. We cover the new and improved Christmas Cavalcade Parade, the Frozen Anna & Elsa meet, Princess Parade, Santa's Village, the many character meets, the tree lighting ceremony and more! We chat about the PhotoPass+ supply woes and while Steve rants, mark tells you his reasons for wanting kids to stay in ed...
Episode 47: The Pre Christmas Halloween Trip Report
November 12, 2014 21:20 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBWe are back, at last! Back from his Halloween trip to Disneyland Paris, Mark talks about all the spooky celebrations. We gear his views on Maleficent Court, Villain's Parade, Halloween Cavalcade, park decorations and the new meet and greets. There's a review of the new PhotoPass+ system and we talk about the perceived negativity of some of the online community.
Episode 46: To Queue Or Not To Queue
October 24, 2014 11:53 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBMark is just about to leave for Disneyland Paris, but not before an impromptu, heated, and to be continues 'discussion' about queuing and waiting for Dreams! to start. There's also all the news about Disney Dreams! of Christmas, Swing into Spring 2015, Space Mountain and the Frozen sing-along. We also had a bunch big bunch of feedback to read out and discuss from all of you!
Episode 45: The €1 Billion Recapitalisation
October 07, 2014 10:50 - 1 hour - 97 MBIn this special episode we talk about the huge news of the €1 billion recapitalisation of Euro Disney S.C.A, how it will affect shareholders and what it means to Disneyland Paris going forward. We go through the reactions and questions from listeners, of which there was lots. Monday October 6th 2014 will go down in history as one of the big moments in the life of Disneyland Paris.
Episode 44: Halloween - Live From Disneyland Paris
October 03, 2014 20:36 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBAfter chatting about all the Halloween season launch day activities in Disneyland Paris, Steve and Mark are joined by a special guest, live from Disneyland Paris! Get some Halloween exclusives, and a whole lot of discussion about the week's news and rumours, and their fear of the sweep!
Episode 43: Preparing For The 25th Anniversary
September 16, 2014 20:36 - 1 hour - 79.8 MBAfter discussing the news about Halloween and a potential Frozen sing-a-long in Disneyland Paris, we talk abut the rumour of the 10 and 2 changes coming to the resort. That's 10 attraction changes in Disneyland Park and 2 in Walt Disney Studios for the 25th Anniversary of Disneyland Paris. Some are obvious, some we even know about, and the rest we guess, but with good reason!
Episode 42: The Biggest Month of News Ever!
August 31, 2014 15:30 - 1 hour - 86.5 MBAfter what seems like a very long summer break, we are back, and with an episode so packed with news items we had to leave some out! Halloween, Christmas, Dreams!, Anna, Elsa, Merida, Philippe Gas, Tom Wolber, Crush's Coaster Game and Promenades are just some of the topics we covered in this fast paced episode of Disneyland Paris news and rumours.
Episode 41: La La La La La La Animagique
July 21, 2014 20:23 - 1 hour - 73.6 MBWe are back, and with the latest rumour to rock the Disneyland Paris community - that Animagique is to close! Has there ever been a less popular decision? Ratatouille: The Attraction is now open, Welcome To Summer is here and PhotoPass+ has arrived, or has it? Mark rants about smokers and makes a stunning revelation about Dreams! We already have the next podcast planned.
Episode 40: Ratatouille The Adventure Fan Event
June 24, 2014 11:28 - 1 hour - 88.3 MBJust back from Disneyland Paris, Mark tells us all about the new Ratatouille: The Attraction, Bistrot Chez Rémy & La Place de Rémy which was opened up for the press and a special group of invited fans. Don’t worry if you are avoiding spoilers as in this episode gives an in depth analysis of the ride, without actually giving much away – clever stuff! If you don’t care about spoilers, he also wrote a big article about the new additions to Walt Disney Studios, which can be found on the website.
Episode 39: Ratatouille Preview & The Next Big Thing
June 17, 2014 20:21 - 1 hour - 80.7 MBWe are less than a week away from the special press preview weekend for Ratatouille: The Adventure in Disneyland Paris. Mark will be attending and we chat about all the stuff to look forward to, and the recent trailers that have been released, official and fan made. Then it's on to an extra long question of the week as we discuss all your suggestions as to what you'd like to see added to Disneyland Paris next! Plus there's big button badge news!
Episode 38: Ratatouille & Disney Characters Special
June 03, 2014 13:55 - 1 hour - 84.4 MBThe brand new official Disneyland Paris press release about Ratatouille: The Adventure kicks things off, as we discuss what was said, or not, and then cover Bistrot Chez Remy and what food is on offer. There are almost certain rumours about a new Star Wars feature coming to Disneyland Paris after Watchdog sensationally accuses Disneyland Paris of all sorts. Then the temperature rises for a very heated discussion about adding characters to classic Disneyland Paris rides. There's a whole stack...
Episode 37: Fan Feedback Special
May 13, 2014 20:26 - 1 hour - 89.9 MBLots to discuss this episode, including the huge Ratatouille news from a few weeks ago. The new brochure means new season dates for Disneyland Paris, Disney Dreams! of Christmas news and even Disney photo news! Plus we have a bumper load of input from all of you, as we read out your ask us anything questions AND your answers to the question of the week! Plus there's the competition, which we need your entries for - so send them to us!
Episode 36: Swing Into Spring Trip Report
April 27, 2014 19:06 - 1 hour - 95 MBApologies for the long wait between episodes, but episode 35 will forever be known as the lost episode! We are back, and we have a big review of Swing into Spring in Disneyland Paris, as Mark has just come back from experiencing the newest seasonal celebrations. There's also a competition to win a very special limited edition pin, so make sure you listen to the very end, and no skipping, we will know!
Episode 34: We're Swinging Into Spring
March 25, 2014 21:34 - 1 hour - 84.2 MBWe finally have details of the Spring Festival in Disneyland Paris, and some artwork too! Lots of flowers and some bees too, and much more besides too. Mark and Steve discuss it in depth, as well as the new name for the Ratatouille ride, the newly opened LEGO Store, St Patrick's Day and much more. There's lots of feedback for the question of the week and impromptu rant at the end!
Episode 33: The Great Disney Character Debate
March 05, 2014 15:01 - 1 hour - 90.9 MBOn this special episode of the podcast Steve and Mark are joined by Dan Brace of Character Central. As well as the news of the LEGO Store opening, a rumoured Ratatouille soft opening date and Spider-man in Walt Disney Studios, there is a lengthy discussion about characters in Disneyland Paris and especially the announcement that character meet and greets in hotels will be no more! We read out all of your answers to the question of the week and find your reviews on the US iTunes for the first...
Episode 32: The Ratatouille Filled Annual Review
February 19, 2014 21:02 - 1 hour - 84 MBThere's something going on with this episode, but what is it? Well listen and find out! We talk all about what happened at the recent Disneyland Paris Annual General Meeting and what was revealed in the Annual Review. There's a lot about Ratatouille: The Ride, The LEGO Store and a tease about a character special. Plus we ask you how you want the 22nd Anniversary to be celebrated, if at all.
Episode 31: How To Fix Walt Disney Studios
February 02, 2014 17:38 - 1 hour - 93.3 MBIt's a jam packed episode as we talk about the upcoming Ratatouille announcement, there's an interview with Disneyland Paris parade maestro Emmanuel Lenormand and we ask your advice on how to fix Walt Disney Studios. All this and much more, including a possible 6 star review!
Episode 30: Dates, Queues, LEGO and One Direction!?
January 12, 2014 18:29 - 1 hour - 80 MBIn this episode Steve and Mark are joined by Geoff from DLP Town Square as they talk about all the Disneyland Paris of the last two weeks. What has happened to the LEGO Store? When will we find out about the rumoured Spring Festival? When will Ratatouille open? What’s with the rope controlled queues for character meets and what on earth were Zayn from One Direction and Perrie from Little Mix doing in Disneyland Paris? All this and much much more!
Episode 29: 2013 Year in Review and Ratatouille Special
January 01, 2014 11:57 - 1 hour - 81.2 MBIt’s now 2014, so in this special episode of the podcast we look back at the 12 months of 2013 and run down the major events, the biggest rumours and the most exciting news. It was a year filled with drama, excitement and magic – so let’s relive it all together! We also discuss the revelations about the Ratatouille restaurant and shop, of which a press release went live today. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the first Disneyland Paris podcast of 2014 – happy New Year!
Episode 28: Christmas & Questions For All
December 02, 2013 20:01 - 1 hour - 104 MBThe bedroom renovations of the Newport Bay Club were all we had for news this week, so we opened it up to all of you, and you gave us your opinions of the Christmas celebrations in Disneyland Paris this year. We also gave you the opportunity to Ask Us Anything, and as always we got a wide variety of interesting questions. Listen as we discuss the good and bad of Disneyland Paris, the best restaurants, Armageddon, a 3rd park and much more.
Episode 27: Interview With Dreams! Production Manager Ben Spalding
November 25, 2013 13:43 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBIn this special episode Steve talks to Disney Dreams! of Christmas Production Manager Ben Spalding, all about Dreams, Disney Dreams! of Christmas and where you should be standing to enjoy the show. There will be a text version of this interview at a later date, but for now, enjoy the totally unedited version.
Episode 26: Christmas 2013 Press Event
November 16, 2013 20:08 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBJust one week ago Steve was in Disneyland Paris for the launch of the Disney’s Enchanted Christmas 2013. Hear all about Disney Dreams! of Christmas and the new and improved tree lighting ceremony, now called Magical Christmas Wishes. Find out what’s been added to the Christmas Cavalcade and the new Frozen/Tangled float in Disney Magic on Parade. Steve has a Light’Ears epiphany and tests the Hotel New York baths! All this and much more, and all with a festive cheer.
Dedicated to Disneyland Paris Podcast Episode 25: Halloween Trip Report
October 22, 2013 13:00 - 2 hours - 111 MBAs well as the usual news of escaped Buffalo (!), new Disney Paris website, Halloween in Disney Village and Tarzan, Steve and Mark are joined by Allison and Mel who have just come back from Disneyland Paris. They give us a first-hand report on all the new Halloween decorations and Disney’s Halloween Celebration cavalcade. We learn about the dancing and also the trail of destruction left in Allison’s wake. The Disneyland Paris Attraction of the Week is Cinemagique, and you left us feedback by...
Episode 24: It's A Harvest Halloween
October 06, 2013 14:04 - 1 hour - 83.8 MBThis week the Halloween season launched in Disneyland Paris with a combination of ghosts, pumpkins and a harvest inspired theme. There's lot to discuss, as Steve and Mark bring two schools of thought about this year's festivities, which include the brand new Mickey's Halloween Celebration cavalcade parade. Buzz Lightyear's Laser Blast is the Attraction of the Week, which means all of you get to have your say, as you do when we read out your iTunes reviews too.
Episode 23: What's New What's Next
September 29, 2013 07:54 - 1 hour - 84.8 MBWe weren’t due to record another episode of the podcast until next week, but with the impromptu What’s New What’s next event happening in Disneyland Paris, and so much news coming out of that, we absolutely had to talk about it while it was fresh on everyone’s minds. We talk about the huge refurbishments planned, to cover all the hotels and areas all over Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios. We talk about all the new merchandise and introduce the amazing Disney Art on Demand. There’s als...
Episode 22: Ratatouille News Special
September 22, 2013 16:47 - 1 hour - 71.7 MBThis episode was always going to feature a lot about Ratatouille, but not before Captain EO, LEGO Store, Halloween, Christmas and Buzz Lightyear's Pizza Planet in Disneyland Paris were discussed. Things started to get a little interesting as visitors from the future came on with some very exciting breaking news about the very Ratatouille ride Steve & mark has just been talking about!
Episode 21: Cast Member Interview
September 11, 2013 08:59 - 1 hour - 80.9 MBIn this very special episode of our Disneyland Paris podcast we are joined by Peter Bell, who at one time worked as a Cast Member in Disneyland Paris. Hear about how he got interested in Disneyland Paris, what attractions he worked on, whether he got park envy and lots of stories about his time there. Peter is a walking talking encyclopaedia of Disneyland Paris, so you'll hear lots about the history of the resort, things that went wrong and a tale about possibly the daftest family to ever vi...
Episode 20: Disneyland Paris News Special & Listener Questions
September 10, 2013 13:57 - 54 minutes - 50 MBThe first half of this special Disneyland Paris podcast episode sees a big discussion about the latest speculation that there won't be any new big attractions in Disneyland Paris until 2022! There's all the latest news about Christmas and Halloween in Disneyland Paris and then Mark disappears! The second half is just Steve, in his office at work, answering questions from all of you! Remember to look out for Episode 21 which will be coming very soon and will feature an interview with an ex C...
Episode 19 Dedicated to DLP Podcast: Disneyland Paris Christmas Dreams!, LEGO Store & Park Comparison Part 1
August 29, 2013 13:01 - 1 hour - 88 MBMark is back as he and Steve discuss the new LEGO Store opening in Disney Village, the new Christmas Dreams! show which the news of breaks as they are recording, so make sure you listen to the end to hear all about that and Mark's news about it from the D23 Expo. With Mark having just come back from Disneyland in California they also compare the two Disneylands, something which will continue in the next episode. There's more too, but you'll have to listen to find pout what that is!
Episode 18 Dedicated to DLP Podcast: Disneyland Paris Halloween, Finances, Jake, Sofia & Virtual Tour
August 12, 2013 12:52 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBSteve is on his own for this episode as while Mark is away in California to enjoy the original Disneyland and the D23 Expo. There's lots of news about Halloween in Disneyland Paris for 2013, new characters, the financial situation with The Walt Disney Company, a change to Disney's Magic on Parade and some new merchandise. Then Steve goes a bit bonkers and takes us on a virtual tour of Parc Disneyland, from memory and honing in on his favourite attractions.
Episode 17 Dedicated to DLP Podcast: Disneyland Paris Questions From The Audience
July 17, 2013 14:08 - 1 hour - 79.6 MBFor this episode we let you do all the hard work as we were so busy we had no time to prepare. So, just a few hours before we were due to record we asked you lot to come up with topics and questions for us to discuss, and you did - thanks! We chat Disney Village, best places to eat, Light'Ears, modernising rides, taking a solo trip to Disneyland Paris, Hotel Santa Fe, staying off site and so much more! Remember to leave your questions and topics for Steve to discuss on the next episode as he...
Episode 16 Dedicated to DLP Podcast: Disneyland Paris News, Pins, Perfect Show & Alice's Curious Labyrinth
July 01, 2013 14:04 - 1 hour - 73.5 MBThe show starts with a whole load of news from Disneyland Paris, including pieces about Dreams!, Toad Hall and sales! It's time for the monthly pin discussion as we see Paris vs. Princesses! It's then over to you, as we discuss your ideas for what show you would like to see brought to Disneyland Paris and where it should be put on. Add in a Star Wars challenge from Mark to Steve and all you listeners, plus some talk of Alice's Curious Labyrinth and we have a jam packed 16th episode!
Episode 15 Dedicated to DLP Podcast: Disneyland Paris News, Imagineer Advice & Treehouses
June 17, 2013 20:09 - 1 hour - 91 MBLots of Disneyland Paris news covering new hotels, new merchandise, new pins, possible new RFID bands and Star Wars Land? The question of the week for this episode is If you could go back in time to when they were designing and developing Disneyland Paris (Euro Disney) – what would your one piece of advice be? and the attraction of the week is Robinson Family Treehouse, and for both we have a truck load of feedback and opinions from you guys.
Episode 14 Dedicated to DLP Podcast: Disneyland Paris Trip Report & Leaked Ratatouille Plans
June 03, 2013 13:20 - 1 hour - 99.4 MBSteve has just returned from a trip to Disneyland Paris so Mark takes over the hosting duties and interviews Steve all about that trip. How was the drive, what was it like staying off site, what made him go on Tower of Terror and the all important question of how many times did Steve ride Pirates of The Caribbean? There's also discussion of the plans for Ratatouille that were leaked last week - what do we now know about Disneyland Paris' newest ride and can Steve stay spoiler free for anothe...
Episode 13 Dedicated to DLP Podcast: Ratatouille, Pins & Ask Us Anything About Disneyland Paris
May 08, 2013 12:51 - 1 hour - 77.7 MBThe leaking of some concept art for the new Ratatouille ride coming to Walt Disney Studios in Disneyland Paris gave us our first big news story to talk about, and with some recent photos from@InsideDLParis it’s all beginning to take shape. There were the May pin releases to talk about and the return of Ask Us Anything, where you asked the questions! We covered Discoveryland, £17,000 hotel rooms, favourite memories, night time in Walt Disney Studios and much more!
Episode 12 Dedicated to DLP Podcast: Disneyland Paris London Shareholder's Meeting
April 23, 2013 13:33 - 1 hour - 97.6 MBOn April 10th there was a shareholder’s meeting in London for EuroDisney SCA. attended by CEO Philippe Gas amongst others. While neither of us could attend, Dan over at Character Central did, and wrote a great article about what was discussed. Armed with all the information of what went down we discussed Marvel, Star Tours 2, Dreams!, Villages Nature, the lack of shows, 40 year attractions and so much more!
Episode 11 Dedicated to DLP Podcast: Disneyland Paris News Special & The Lost Land
April 13, 2013 19:29 - 1 hour - 79 MBIt’s all a bit different in this episode as Mark takes the helm and Steve joins as co-host, in a news packed episode full of chat and analysis. There’s also the question of the week which has Steve screaming in anguish, while Mark rubs salt in the wounds. They talk fashion, pins, Dreams! and more!
Episode 10 Dedicated to DLP Podcast: Disneyland Paris News, Rumours & The Big Mobile Phone Debate
March 21, 2013 21:51 - 1 hour - 78.3 MBLots of news this episode, from running around Disneyland Paris to catwalk shows and new merchandise. We get all of your great answers to our question of the week and then there’s big debate about using mobile phones in Disneyland Paris. plus of course #WWSR – all this and much more!
Episode 9 Dedicated to DLP Podcast - Disneyland Paris Fan Feedback Special
March 02, 2013 14:28 - 1 hour - 96.7 MBYou wonderful listeners and readers gave us so much feedback that we made it into a feedback special! This is what makes doing the podcast worthwhile, when you lot get involved. We have the question of the week, attraction of the week, Ratatouille update (recorded before this week’s official announcement) and the bit where you ask us anything. We covered more topics about Disneyland Paris than ever before – it’s an epic episode!
Dedicated to DLP Podcast Episode 8: Disneyland Paris News - Lego, RFID, Star Tours, Aristocats, Disney Village
February 20, 2013 15:03 - 1 hour - 78.1 MBThis is the first of two episodes we recorded this week, and when I say we, I’m joined by guest co-host Mark Petar who you will know from IMDO Podcast. There was a lot of news to cover this episode; from the Disney Village expansion to non-Pixar Rides, Russian Christmas to Valentine’s Day and so much more! Listen out towards the end for what sounds like Mark and I being attacked with laser guns – not sure what happened there!
Dedicated to DLP Podcast Episode 7: Interview With Disneyland Paris Meet Mickey Mouse Creators
January 16, 2013 13:46 - 1 hour - 56 MBThis episode features a fantastic interview with Disneyland Paris show writer Laurent Cayuela and Lydie Richard who looks after character interaction. Both were responsible for Meet Mickey Mouse and we talk in depth about this, and I even manage to sneak a Star wars question in! There's also lots of news and rumours, a Ratatouille update and your answers to the question of the week.
Dedicated to DLP Podcast Episode 6: Year in Review & Interview With Disneyland Paris Show Director Christophe Leclercq
December 23, 2012 16:38 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBThis exciting episode features all the latest Disneyland Paris news, the 2012 Disneyland Paris year in review featuring feedback all the listeners and an interview Disneyland Paris Show Director Christophe Leclercq, in which he talks about the possible return of Fantillusion, the expanding Christmas Cavalcade and much much more.
Dedicated to DLP Podcast Episode 5: Interview With Disneyland Paris Music Director Vasile Sirli
December 05, 2012 17:34 - 25 minutes - 23 MBThis is the first of four interviews I conducted whilst in Disneyland Paris for Disney’s Enchanted Christmas, the trip report of which can be found on episode 4 of the podcast. We’re starting off with one of the most brilliant people involved with Disneyland Paris, Vasile Sirli. This is the man responsible for iconic tunes such as Chante c’est Noel, It’s Halloween-lo-ween, Dancin’ (A Catchy Rhythm) and the mastermind behind The Tarzan Encounter. A truly fascinating man, as you are about to f...
Dedicated to DLP Podcast Episode 4: Disneyland Paris Disney’s Enchanted Christmas
December 01, 2012 22:42 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBThis is the all encompassing trip report from my visit to Disneyland Paris in November for the Disney’s Enchanted Christmas event. Take in the highs and lows of my first stay in Hotel New York, the sheer terror of Big Thunder Mountain, the magical Christmas Cavalcade and so much more. There’s a review of Captain EO, a swinging pirates and a missing Mayor.
The All New Dedicated to DLP Podcast Episode 3: We'd Like A Star Wars Land
November 05, 2012 15:04 - 57 minutes - 53 MBThe Disney purchase of LucasFilm was of course a big discussion point of episode 3 but we also talked about Phantom Manor updates, the extension of the Disneyland Paris 20th Anniversary, Ratatouille developments and the small matter of Steve going back to Disneyland Paris in just a few days. There was a load of feedback from you guys and the attraction of the week, as well as much much more.
The All New Dedicated to DLP Podcast Episode 2: Competition For Disneyland Paris?
October 22, 2012 15:09 - 1 hour - 84.2 MBWe had a bumper amount of feedback from you guys which we featured on episode 2, which is absolutely great, and keep it coming! As well as all your contributions we talk about the Dedicated to DLP's new partnership, the newly announced Paramount Park UK, more to come for the 20th Anniversary of Disneyland Paris and two new announcements for Halloween. There's our bi-weekly check in with the Ratatouille development and another attraction of the week. There's a whole lot more, but you'll have...
The All New Dedicated to DLP Podcast Episode 1: The Return
October 08, 2012 15:53 - 1 hour - 80.5 MBYes, the podcast is back! Well, it's not the same podcast, it's phase 2 - the new and improved podcast. In this first episode there's a ton of news and rumours, including Halloween, The Walt Disney Company relieving Disneyland Paris of €1,3 billion of debt, new shareholder's club membership constraints, new Disneyland Paris Ambassadors and much more! there are also a bunch of new segments for the podcast as the format has changed to include much more feedback from you the listeners. Hey, the...