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Park Chatter

67 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★ - 5 ratings

Welcome to Park Chatter with Matt and Katie! Every week, we'll do a round-up of all the important news based on the Disney Parks.

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Episodes

Ep. 62 - 8 Days, 2 Parks - Matt's WDW Trip Report - 2BR Villa at Boulder Ridge

March 21, 2024 08:00 - 2 hours - 122 MB

Matt shares everything he did on his recent trip to Walt Disney World.

Ep. 61 - Katie's Aulani Honeymoon

March 14, 2024 11:24 - 1 hour - 92.5 MB

Katie will give all the details about her Honeymoon to Aulani and Hawaii.

Ep. 60 - Katie's Disneymoon Trip Report - Nov '23

February 22, 2024 14:51 - 56 minutes - 52.5 MB

Katie will talk all about her trip to Walt Disney World for her honeymoon!

Ep. 59 - We're back! Talking about our Disney Trips.

February 08, 2024 09:00 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MB

Matt & Katie are finally back after a LONG hiatus. Matt will talk about his upcoming trip to Disney World and Katie will talk about Aulani!

Ep. 58 - Hat Box Ghost, Food & Wine thoughts, Halloween Food & Drinks & more

July 26, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 57.5 MB

We're back! Topics of Discussion: Haunted Mansion getting Hatbox Ghost Lounges at Disney Springs Meers Connect & Sunshine Flyer merging Food & Wine Festival Begins this weekend Halloween Treats Trail’s End Restaurant and Crockett’s Tavern Reopenings

Ep. 57 - Genie+ Variable Pricing, 4th of July Celebrations & More

June 29, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MB

Topics of Discussion: Genie+ Variable Pricing July 4th Celebrations Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Update Water Tower installed at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Listener Questions Follow Matt on Instagram⁠ ⁠Follow Katie on Instagram

Ep. 55 - New Christmas Event, Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios, More Christmas News & Flavors of Florida

June 22, 2023 06:17 - 49 minutes - 46.2 MB

Topics of Discussion: Disney's Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios Mickey's Very Merry Christmas at Magic Kingdom Other Christmas Offerings Flavors of Florida Follow Matt on Instagram Follow Katie on Instagram

Ep. 56 - New Christmas Event, Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios, More Christmas News & Flavors of Florida

June 22, 2023 06:17 - 49 minutes - 46.2 MB

Topics of Discussion: Disney's Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios Mickey's Very Merry Christmas at Magic Kingdom Other Christmas Offerings Flavors of Florida Follow Matt on Instagram Follow Katie on Instagram

Ep. 55 - Den of Destiny, Fun Disney Questions & Listener Questions

June 15, 2023 06:51 - 54 minutes - 50.5 MB

Topics of Discussion: Indiana Jones & The Den of Destiny in Hollywood Studios Some refurbishment updates Fun Disney Parks Questions Listener Questions Sugared Petals Bakery Shop Follow Matt on Instagram Follow Katie on Instagram

Ep. 54 - Listener Questions

June 08, 2023 06:06 - 1 hour - 58.5 MB

Today, we mostly answer listener questions. Follow Matt on Instagram Follow Katie on Instagram

Ep. 53 - Ticket Price Increases, Dining Plan Prices & More Updates around WDW

June 02, 2023 06:02 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MB

Topics of Discussion: New Vacation Packages at Disney World 4 Day Magic Ticket Refurbishment Updates Stitch Show Building Mystery Solved? Dining Plan Pricing & Info Listener Questions Follow Matt on Instagram Follow Katie on Instagram

Ep. 52 - Disney Dining Plans Return, Genie+ Changing, Galactic Starcruiser Closing

May 25, 2023 08:20 - 1 hour - 61.8 MB

Topics of Discussion: Removal of theme park reservations Dining Plans Returns Simplifying Genie+ Galactic Starcruiser closing Listener Questions Follow Matt on Instagram Follow Katie on Instagram

Introducing Park Chatter

May 10, 2023 08:30 - 8 minutes - 12 MB

Hello everyone! Park Snacker Pod will now be called Park Chatter! Listen to this brief update on the show.

Ep. 51 - Park Snacker March Madness, Disney100 Celebration at EPCOT, Mirabel and Figment Meet & Greets

March 16, 2023 08:30 - 56 minutes - 52.7 MB

Topics of Discussion Park Snacker March Madness Mirabel Meet & Greet in MK EPCOT hosting Disney 100 Celebration Figment Meet & Greet! Moana Meet & Greet in AK New Restaurant in Disney Springs Energy Bytes Kiosk by Tron Disney SXSW Presentation Check out Park Snacker March Madness Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 50 - Best Week to Visit?, Easter at the Grand Floridian, Resort Theming & more

March 09, 2023 09:25 - 57 minutes - 53.6 MB

Topics of Discussion: First Week of March = Great Time at WDW Easter at the Grand Floridian Galactic Starcruiser reducing departures Bruce Vaughn returns to WDI as Chief Creative Officer Villas at Disneyland Resort Boulder Ridge Room Refurbishments Listener Questions Details We Dig - Boulder Ridge Villas | Disney Files On Demand Boulder Ridge Villas 1 Bedroom Tour  Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our websit...

Ep. 49 - Flower & Garden Festival Preview, Restaurant updates, Disney Tattoos (Special Guest, Shannon from Travelmation)

March 02, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 60.9 MB

Topics of Discussion Disney Tattoos Katie's Mini-Moon Cinderella's Royal Table Update Chef Mickey's Update Genie+ Update Park Pass Reservation Update Flower & Garden Festival Preview Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 48 - Night Time Events at Disney World & Disneyland, Genie+ Sold Out

February 23, 2023 08:55 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MB

Topics of discussion Dumb Disney Tiktok Trends Narcoosee's at Grand Floridian Disney After Hour Events added to Disney World Disneyland After Dark Nites Listener Questions Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 47 - Iger is back! Walt Disney Company 2023 Q1 Earnings Call Discussion

February 10, 2023 08:42 - 56 minutes - 52.2 MB

Topics of Discussion Tron Lightcycle Cast Member previews Mousekeeping returns Boardwalk Rooms Refurbished Scuttle Returns! Garden Rocks Reservations available Walt Disney Company 2023 Q1 Earnings Call Discussion Listener Questions Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 46 - Roundup Rodeo BBQ finally opening, Lockers at Tron & much more!

February 02, 2023 09:22 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MB

Topics of Discussion Disney 100th Anniversary Celebration begins Trail's End Restaurant closing PhotoPass Photographers costume updates New character meet & greets in Hollywood Studios Things to Know Before TRON Lightcycle Roundup Rodeo BBQ Opening March 23 Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 45 - Flower & Garden Festival Dates, Splash Mountain is Closed & lots more!

January 25, 2023 09:23 - 52 minutes - 48.7 MB

Topics of Discussion: Splash Mountain Closing Ariel's Grotto is Open Enchanted Tales with Belle opens soon Te Fiti in EPCOT EPCOT Parking Lot Galactic Starcruiser cancellations Disney Housekeeping Titanic Merchandise Flower & Garden Festival Dates Titanic Print that Matt owns Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 44 - Katie's Disney World Trip Report - January 2023

January 20, 2023 09:17 - 1 hour - 68.6 MB

Listen to Katie talk about her recent trip to Walt Disney World! Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 43 - Katie's Pre-trip Report, Tron Lightcycle debuts in Debut, Happily Ever After & EPCOT Forever Returns!

January 12, 2023 08:48 - 54 minutes - 50.5 MB

Topics of Discussion: Katie's Pre-trip Report Tron Lightcycle Run debuts 4/4 Happily Ever After returns on 4/3 EPCOT Forever comes back 4/3 Free Disney Resort Parking at WDW Park Hopping and Park Reservation updates at WDW & DLR Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie. Watch Matt discuss his Top Ten Movies of 2022 Listen to Matt discuss them instead!  Find you...

Ep. 42 - We're back! RunDisney Events, WDW Railroad, Genie+

January 05, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MB

Topics of Discussion: RunDisney Events Announced  Walt Disney World Railroad is back Splash Mountain Retiring Changes to Genie+ Listener Questions Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 41 - Bob Iger replaces Bob Chapek as CEO of the Walt Disney Company

November 22, 2022 09:33 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MB

We discuss the recent news of Bob Iger replacing Bob Chapek as CEO of the Walt Disney Company. Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 40 - WDW & DL Ticket News, Best Breakfasts outside the Parks & Gingerbread Cookies

November 17, 2022 09:00 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MB

Topics of Discussion All Park Ticket News Fireworks Dessert Party Report Listener Questions Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 39 - Holidays Begin at Walt Disney World & Listener Questions

November 03, 2022 08:00 - 49 minutes - 45.9 MB

Topics of Discussion: Holidays started at Disney World Foodie Guide to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts returns Jan. 13 – Feb. 20, 2023 Buzz Lightyear, Woody and Jessie in Toy Story Land Listener Questions Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 38 - Blizzard Beach Reopening & Listener Questions

October 27, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MB

Topics of Discussion: Blizzard Beach Reopening Thanksgiving Meals & Treats Listener Questions Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 37 - Fantasmic reopens Nov 3, Genie+ Price Increases

October 20, 2022 08:00 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MB

Topic of Discussions: Fantasmic reopening Nov 3 Price Increases everywhere Restaurant Updates and reopenings Disney100 Celebration at Disneyland Resort Disney After Hours Events Return in January at Walt Disney World Resort! Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 36 - Matt's Disney World Trip Report - September 2022

September 28, 2022 08:20 - 1 hour - 80.4 MB

Matt discusses his recent 8 day trip to Walt Disney World! Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

WDW Daily Check-in 1 - Sept 2022 Trip

September 18, 2022 08:00 - 11 minutes - 5.94 MB

Matt's giving his fresh takes on his Disney World Trip.

Ep. 35 - D23 Expo 2022 Disney Parks, Experiences, & Products Announcements

September 13, 2022 13:46 - 1 hour - 91.3 MB

On this episode, we discuss everything that was announced the Disney Parks, Experiences, & Products panel at the 2022 D23 Expo.  Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie. Follow CJ on Instagram @theweeklymouse

Matt's Pre-Trip Report - September 2022

September 12, 2022 08:15 - 24 minutes - 33.5 MB

Matt discusses all of his plans for the Disney World trip in September 2022.

Ep. 34 - D23 Predictions, Oogie Boogie Bash & Slow Wait Times at Disney World

September 08, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 62 MB

Topics of Discussion: D23 Predictions Oogie Boogie Bash Slow Wait Times at Disney World Olivia’s Cafe Is Now Offering Brunch every day in Disney World Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and Chip ‘n’ Dale return to DinoLand USA Order online ahead of time for Everglazed via ToastTab Food & Drinks for Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow CJ on Instagram @theweeklym...

Ep. 33 - AP Discounts Increase for Limited time, runDisney Marathon Medals & Listener Questions

August 31, 2022 08:10 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MB

Topics of Discussion: AP Discounts Increase for Limited time runDisney Marathon Medals Buffet returning to Tusker House Disney Cultural Representatives Return to World Showcase at EPCOT Listener Questions Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 32 - H2O+ Products retiring, Park Pass Reservation updates, Disney+ Day is coming

August 25, 2022 08:00 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MB

Topics of Discussion: H2O+ Bodycare Products is retiring Changes to Park Pass Reservation Disney Parks Make It Blue in Celebration of Disney+ Day Walt Disney update debuted on Monday in Enchantment Real people were seen riding Tron Matt Pre-Trip News: Rental Car Scare Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 31 - Walt Disney being added to Enchantment (Rumor), EPCOT Tour's returning for 40th Anniversary

August 18, 2022 08:00 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MB

Topics of discussion: Rumor Talk: Walt Disney Updated being added to Enchantment EPCOT preparing for 40th anniversary on Oct. 1 Halloween Party Photo Ops Boardwalk Deli officially opens Transportation Section added to the Disney World app Disney Skyliner refurbishment Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 30 - Disney Q3 Earnings Call, Park Reservations are here to stay and Important Genie+ Updates

August 12, 2022 08:00 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MB

Topics of Discussion: Q3 Earnings of Disney Company Important Genie+ Updates 2023 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend Soarin' Single Rider Halloween Begins at Disney Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is reopening August 25 Updates for Matt's Trip Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 29 - MagicBand+ Madness, Journey of Water Details & BoardWalk Deli Opening

July 28, 2022 08:10 - 59 minutes - 55 MB

Topics of Discussion: MagicBand+ Launched Victoria & Alberts reopens Chicken Guy expanded their indoor seating Cast Members preparing for Magic Kingdom Train Return Details on Journey of Water inspired by Moana BoardWalk Deli Coming Soon to Walt Disney World Cast Member Pixie Dust Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 28 - MagicBand+ Debuts July 27th, Disney Dining, Necessities for Park Days

July 22, 2022 07:56 - 51 minutes - 48 MB

Topics of Discussions: Disney Dining for Matt's Trip MagicBand+ Launching July 27 at Walt Disney World Shoe/Sandals for Park Days Necessities in your bag for Park Days Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 27 - Car Locator added to Disney Apps, Pre-Trip Planning

July 14, 2022 08:09 - 50 minutes - 46 MB

Topics of Discussion: Walt Disney World's iconic Twilight Zone Tower of Terror billboard to be permanently removed Matt's Pre-Trip Planning Where’s My Car? New App Feature Coming to Disney Parks Keep, Change or Remove something from each park discussion Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 26 - Tiana's Bayou Adventure replacing Splash Mountain, More Character Buffets are returning

July 07, 2022 07:31 - 43 minutes - 40.6 MB

Topics of Discussion: Quick Topics Tiana’s Bayou Adventure replacing Splash Mountain More Character Dining to Return at Walt Disney World New narration for the PeopleMover Foodie Guide to Disney Springs Flavors of Florida Book a Horse-drawn carriage ride in the app Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 25 - Christmas Party Returns to Magic Kingdom and Food & Wine Festival Menus Released

June 30, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 57.5 MB

Topics of Discussion: Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Holiday Favorites Return to Disney World Epcot Food & Wine Festival Menus Released A ‘Grand’ Opening at The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Train Station Cancelled at Disney Springs Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 24 - Characters Meet & Greets are returning and Victoria & Alberts reopens soon

June 22, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 67.3 MB

Topics of Discussion: Trip Report Updates Harmonious Livestream Halfway to Holidays Adventures by Disney - Tour Around the World Walt Disney World Character News Victoria and Alberts reopens soon Listener Questions Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 23 - Matt's June Trip Report to Walt Disney World

June 16, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 67.5 MB

Matt talks about his recent trip to Walt Disney World. Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 22 - Minnie Vans & Finding Nemo Musical have return dates and runDisney Princess Half Marathon Weekend News

June 09, 2022 08:24 - 52 minutes - 71.7 MB

Topics of Discussion: Disney Minnie Van Service Connected by Lyft – Returning June 29 Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!’ at Disney’s Animal Kingdom returns June 13 runDisney Reveals 2023 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend Pirate Rooms to Be Discontinued in 2023 at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue Food Genie+ Updates Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on...

Ep. 21 - New Characters in Galaxy's Edge, Worst Disney Snacks & More

June 02, 2022 08:00 - 51 minutes - 70.6 MB

Topics of Discussion: New Star Wars Characters Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue Nears Return to Walt Disney World For a limited time, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure is available for Lightning Lane access with Genie+ Change Made to How Annual Passholders Get Discounts at Disney World Worst Snacks we've had at Disney World All Ears Genie+ Article Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer ...

Ep. 20 - Major Genie+ Update, Virtual Queue news for GOTG: Cosmic Rewind & more

May 20, 2022 08:00 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MB

Topics of discussion: Major Genie+ Update Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Virtual Queue News Full List of Food & Wine booths announced Harmony Barber Shop Reopening its Doors this Summer at Magic Kingdom ‘Fantasmic!’ Celebrated 30 Years and Gears up for Spectacular Return to Disneyland Park on May 28 Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 19 - New Details on EPCOT Transformation & Park Pass Reservation News

May 12, 2022 08:06 - 48 minutes - 44.9 MB

Topics of Discussion: Quick thoughts on Doctor Strange 2 Matt discusses new details on his upcoming trip New Details Revealed About the Transformation of EPCOT Q2 Earnings Call today: Park Pass Reservations, Supply Chain Issues Kevin from ‘Up’ Once Again Roaming Disney’s Animal Kingdom Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 18 - GOTG: Cosmic Rewind will have Virtual Queue, Fantasmic reopening & MagicBand+ News

May 05, 2022 08:13 - 46 minutes - 43 MB

Topics of Discussion: Matt's trip announcement Guardians Coaster has Virtual Queue and Individual Lightning Lane Fantasmic reopening in 2022 MagicBand+ News Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.

Ep. 17 - Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party returns to Magic Kingdom!

April 29, 2022 17:18 - 46 minutes - 43.4 MB

Topics of discussion: Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party returning to Magic Kingdom Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party returning to Disney’s California Adventure Disneyland Resort News ‘Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!’ Opening Summer 2022 Connections Cafe & Eatery is now open Download our app at ParkSnacker.com! You can find all of our social media accounts linked in the footer on our website! Follow Katie on Instagram @magicallymootzie.