WDWNT ParksCenter
141 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★ - 36 ratingsWDWNT’s newest show covers the week’s top seven (yeah, seven!) stories in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed.
Homepage Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Episodes
Zootopia Land, Festival of the Arts, and Incredibles Street
January 24, 2019 13:00 - 36 minutes - 36.6 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: Zootopia Land was announced for Shanghai Disneyland Festival of the Arts begins at Epcot At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Incredibles Street opens And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or check out our audio-only version on iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, or search for ParksCenter in your favo...
Disneyland Price Hike, New DVC Restrictions, and Odyssey Pavilion Remodelled
January 17, 2019 13:00 - 34 minutes - 37.7 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week’s episode, we’re talking about: A mother giraffe goes into labor on Kilimanjaro Safaris, in plain view of the ride vehicles New donkey ambassadors Jack and Jill debut at Animal […] The post ParksCenter – New Baby Giraffe, Walk-around Donkeys, and Halloween Already?! – Ep. 39 appeared first on WDW News Today.
Disneyland Price Hike, New DVC Restrictions, and Odyssey Pavilion Remodelled
January 10, 2019 13:00 - 32 minutes - 33.2 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: Disneyland had a massive ticket price increase, with some Annual Passes increasing by over 20% DVC resale contracts will be heavily restricted on what resorts the points can be used at The Odyssey pavilion got a surprise remodel recently - what does that mean for the future of the pavilion? And more! Want to watch...
A Look to 2019...and Beyond!
January 03, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 69.3 MBThis is ParksCenter. We usually cover the top 7 stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed... but not this week. Instead, we'll be talking about 2019 and beyond - what we’re looking forward to, what makes us nervous, and what our hopes and dreams are. We're also making the timers longer than ever, so buckle up for a trip into the future - no DeLorean needed! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or check out our audio-only version on iTunes, St...
2018: A Year in Review
December 27, 2018 13:00 - 53 minutes - 55.3 MBThis is ParksCenter. We usually cover the top 7 stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed... but not this week. Instead, we'll be talking about 2018 - the highlights, the lowlights(?), and everything in between. We're also making the timers longer than ever, so buckle up for a whole year condensed into 7 topics! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or check out our audio-only version on iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, or search for ParksCenter...
Santa Falls, DVC Rises, & Cast Issues
December 20, 2018 13:00 - 31 minutes - 34.1 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: A float collapse in Disneyland launches Santa out of his sleigh DVC annual dues go up, in some cases by almost 10% In two unrelated incidents, a cast member is arrested for stalking and sexual harassment, and another for stealing thousands of dollars And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or...
Trapped in a Monorail, After Hours Events, & Holiday Show Reviews
December 13, 2018 13:00 - 34 minutes - 37 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: Guests end up trapped on Monorail Yellow when the doors won’t open Reviews of Disney After Hours at Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios We share our opinions about the holiday events going on in Disney World And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or check out our audio-only version on iTune...
Illuminations Fireworks Failure, WDW Railroad Closure, & Marathon Show Preview
November 29, 2018 13:00 - 31 minutes - 33.7 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: A stray firework landed on a footpath during Illuminations The Walt Disney World Railroad will be closing for TRON construction A preview of what’s coming on this weekend’s Toys for Tots marathon show And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or check out our audio-only version on iTunes or St...
Automated Cameras, Space Mountain Exit, & Destination D
November 22, 2018 14:00 - 32 minutes - 34.2 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: The proposed addition of automated cameras to select meet-and-greet locations Recent changes to Space Mountain’s exit - specifically, the removal of anything interesting to look at Highlights from this year’s Destination D event, including new nighttime shows for Hollywood Studios and Epcot, more details on Star Wa...
Monorail Doors, Coronado Expansion, & Guardians Cars
November 15, 2018 13:00 - 31 minutes - 34.4 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: Yet again monorails have issues with their doors - this time it’s Monorail Lime Coronado Springs is getting a new addition We get our first look at the Guardians of the Galaxy coaster’s ride vehicles And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or check out our audio-only version on iTunes or Stit...
Pandora After Hours, New Disneyland Fireworks, & Christmas Decorations
November 08, 2018 13:00 - 29 minutes - 29.3 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: Disney After Hours expands to cover Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom Disneyland is getting a new fireworks show next year Christmas decorations are up at Magic Kingdom and Toy Story Land! And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or check out our audio-only version on iTunes or Stitcher, or...
Runaway Railway in Disneyland, Studios Construction, & Wreck It Ralph in Epcot
November 01, 2018 12:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway is coming to Disneyland In prep for Hollywood Studios’ new entrance opening next week, the iconic film strip entrance has been removed Wreck It Ralph and Vanellope meet and greet coming to ImageWorks And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or check out our ...
Marvel Land Plans, River Country DVC Resort, & Baby Okapi
October 25, 2018 12:00 - 29 minutes - 31.2 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: Full details for Disneyland’s Marvel-themed land revealed Details announced for a nature-themed DVC resort going in River Country’s old location A rare baby okapi is born at Animal Kingdom! And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or check out our audio-only version on iTunes or Stitcher, or s...
Spaceship Earth Closing, DAK Ride Hours Reduced, & Disney Discovery Lodge
October 18, 2018 12:00 - 33 minutes - 34 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: Spaceship Earth is closing for 2 years for a massive overhaul Animal Kingdom shortens the operating hours for some of its attractions Disney leaks potential name and details of a potential new DVC resort, “Disney Discovery Lodge” And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or check out our audio-...
Great Movie Ride Guts, Downsizing Entertainment, & Star Wars Land Previews
October 13, 2018 17:56 - 30 minutes - 31.5 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: Photos leaked of the current state of construction over at GMR/Runaway Railway Disney downsizes their entertainment on both coasts, closing the Jedi Training Academy in Disneyland, and changing the Pirate Tutorial in WDW into a meet and greet Some more details on the Millennium Falcon attraction, along with rumors ...
Rafiki’s Return, The Nightmare Before The Edison, & Stitch’s Final Escape
October 05, 2018 12:00 - 29 minutes - 22.5 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: Rafiki’s Planet Watch will reopen next Spring, contrary to the previous announcement The Edison plans a Nightmare Before Christmas event for this Halloween Stitch’s Great Escape will not be returning; deconstruction has already begun And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or check out our au...
Rafiki’s Planet Watch Closing, Tiered Ticket Pricing, & Rivers of Light Changes
October 03, 2018 11:00 - 27 minutes - 28.3 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: Rafiki’s Planet Watch will be closing this October Ticket prices will now vary based on which days you go to the parks All live actors are being cut from Rivers of Light And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or check out our audio-only version on iTunes or Stitcher, or search for ParksCenter...
Illuminations Ending, Streetmosphere Downsizing, & Hot Skyliners
September 21, 2018 15:32 - 30 minutes - 22.7 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: The closing date for Illuminations has been announced Disney decides to decrease the number of Streetmosphere performed in Hollywood Studios The new Skyliner gondola system will not be air conditioned And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or check out our audio-only version on iTunes or Stit...
Food and Wine Review, V.I.Passholder, & Booze in Star Wars Land
September 13, 2018 11:00 - 34 minutes - 26.2 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: We share our thoughts on this year’s Food and Wine festival Discussion of the V.I.Passholder night at Epcot, and Passholder Playtime in Toy Story Land Alcoholic beverages coming to Disneyland in Star Wars Land - good theming, or a bad precedent? And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or check...
Rivers of America Drained, Disappearing Plastics, & Spaceship Earth Rumors
August 30, 2018 11:30 - 29 minutes - 22.7 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: Magic Kingdom’s Rivers of America have been drained for riverboat repairs Plastic straws and lids are getting harder to find at Disney World Changes appear to be on the way for Spaceship Earth And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or check out our audio-only version on iTunes or Stitcher, or...
Mickey’s 90th Birthday, More Passholder Perks, & Space Restaurant Issues
August 23, 2018 12:59 - 30 minutes - 38.6 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: Details announced for Mickey's 90th birthday celebration More Passholder Perks at Food and Wine Festival - V.I.Passholder events, and free magnets and cutting boards Construction on Disney's space restaurant might be hindered by noise issues caused by Test Track And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedde...
Halloween Decorations, Eat to the Beat, & Wreck-It-Ralph Rumors
August 17, 2018 12:35 - 29 minutes - 29.7 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: Halloween decorations going up in the parks The Eat to the Beat concert series finalized its lineup for this year’s Food and Wine Festival Rumors continue to circulate regarding aa Wreck-It-Ralph attraction replacing Stitch’s Great Escape And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or check out ou...
V.I.Passholder Review, Halloween Party Events, & Halloween Horror Nights?
August 09, 2018 11:00 - 30 minutes - 22.6 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: We talk about our experiences at last week’s V.I.Passholder Night The event schedule for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is out, with some new offerings From Theme Park News Today - rumors about this year’s houses for Halloween Horror Nights! And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or ch...
Ziploc in Parks, Plastics Out of Parks, & Food and Wine Menus
August 02, 2018 12:00 - 28 minutes - 21.6 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: Ziploc sponsors Splash Mountain Disney vows to eliminate all single-use plastic in the parks Highlights from this year’s Food and Wine Festival menus And more! Want to watch? The video version is embedded below, or check out our audio-only version on iTunes or Stitcher, or search for ParksCenter in your favorite po...
V.I.Passholder, Minnie Vans Expansion, & Candy Sushi
July 26, 2018 12:00 - 29 minutes - 33.4 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: Disney World starts a new V.I.Passholder program, giving extra park time to passholders Minnie Vans expands its service to Port Canaveral A candy sushi-making class is coming to Food and Wine this year And more! You can watch LIVE at 9:00pm EDT, Wednesday nights! Tune in every Wednesday for new LIVE episodes of Pa...
Fixing Everest, A Toy Story Christmas, & Studios Blackout
July 19, 2018 13:38 - 29 minutes - 22.8 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In this week's episode, we're talking about: Expedition Everest will be fixing its yeti animatronic soon Toy Story Land will get a Christmas-themed overlay Disney’s Hollywood Studios has a massive power outage And more! You can watch LIVE at 9:00pm EDT, Wednesday nights! Tune in every Wednesday for new LIVE episodes of ParksCenter on WDWNTunes at wdwntunes.com.
BONUS: ParksCenter Vs. - The Battle of the Coasters
July 18, 2018 00:17 - 30 minutes - 38.8 MBThis isn't ParksCenter, but ParksCenter Vs. - where we have 8 contenders go head-to-head to see who's the best. This time, we're celebrating the opening of Walt Disney World's 8th rollercoaster... by having them fight to the death! Which ride will reign supreme? Tune in to find out! ParksCenter will be back to normal next week, but we hope you will enjoy this change of pace in the meantime. You can watch us record LIVE at 9:00pm EDT, each and every Wednesday night! Tune in on WDWNTunes at wd...
Toy Story Land, World of Disney, & MDX Crashing
July 10, 2018 21:23 - 29 minutes - 38.8 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In Episode 14, we're talking about: Everything you could want to know about Toy Story Land The remodel of World of Disney My Disney Experience crashes yet again And more! You can watch LIVE at 9:00pm EDT, Wednesday nights! Tune in every Wednesday for new LIVE episodes of ParksCenter on WDWNTunes at wdwntunes.com.
Pixar Pier, H2O Glow, & Crepes
July 01, 2018 13:59 - 30 minutes - 37.6 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In Episode 13, we're talking about: Pixar Pier's debut, with talk about both the attractions and the food options A look at H2O Glow nights at Typhoon Lagoon Build-your-own crepes coming to France pavilion And more! You can watch LIVE at 9:00pm EDT Wednesday nights! Tune in every Wednesday for new LIVE episodes of ParksCenter on WDWNTunes at wdwntunes.com.
Chicken Guy, Patent Time, & Tokyo Rides
June 21, 2018 11:55 - 29 minutes - 37.6 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In Episode 12, we're talking about: “Chicken Guy” counter service coming to Planet Hollywood New patents filed by disney for a multiplane screen and a surface that can become transparent Tokyo DisneySea is getting a new port with Peter Pan, Frozen, and Tangled, along with a new hotel And more! You can watch LIVE at 9:00pm EDT Wednesday nights! Tune in every ...
In Memoriam, Glamping in Pandora, & Monorail Issues (Again)
June 14, 2018 20:40 - 28 minutes - 32.2 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. In Episode 11, we're talking about: In memory of Richard, a discussion of how awesome Cast Members can be Two lucky people will be able to “glamp” in Pandora A monorail breaks down, and passengers are forced to remove windows for airflow And more! You can watch LIVE at 9:00pm EDT Wednesday nights! Tune in every Wednesday for new LIVE episodes of ParksCenter ...
River Country, Magic Power, and MDX Outage (Again)
June 07, 2018 12:00 - 31 minutes - 40.3 MBThis is ParksCenter Episode 10. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. This week, we're talking about: WATG selected to head up construction of the new resort in the previous home of River Country Disney rumored to implement a wireless power solution in Star Wars Land My Disney Experience has yet another outage And more! You can watch LIVE at 9:00pm EDT Wednesday nights! Tune in every Wednesday for new LIVE episodes ...
DinoBash, Star Wars Land, & IncrediCoaster
June 01, 2018 20:12 - 29 minutes - 38.4 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. This week, we're talking about: IncrediCoaster’s new launch spiel testing early, and other story details discovered Donald’s DinoBash in Animal Kingdom opens The latest news on Star Wars Land And more! You can watch LIVE at 9:00pm EDT Wednesday nights! Tune in every Wednesday for new LIVE episodes of ParksCenter on WDWNTunes at wdwntunes.com.
Paris Plans, Animal Kingdom Attendance, & Food In Space
May 24, 2018 12:00 - 29 minutes - 35 MBThis is ParksCenter. We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. This week, we're talking about: Disneyland Paris announces a lot of its plans for the future Animal Kingdom comes in second place for annual attendance for the first time ever Further details revealed about the upcoming space restaurant in Epcot (but still not the name) And more! You can watch LIVE at 9:00pm EDT Wednesday nights! Tune in every Wednesday for ...
Float on Fire, Whispering Canyon, & Silent Mickey
May 17, 2018 12:00 - 30 minutes - 34.5 MBThis is ParksCenter. We're going to cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. This week, we're talking about: Festival of Fantasy's dragon float catching fire Whispering Canyon Cafe going quiet Magician Mickey going silent Among other topics. Now everyone can watch LIVE at 9:00pm EDT Wednesday nights! Tune in every Wednesday for new LIVE episodes of ParksCenter.
Alcohol on Main Street, Night of Joy Ending, & Epcot Changes
May 10, 2018 16:00 - 27 minutes - 32.9 MBThis is ParksCenter. We're going to cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. This week, we're talking about: Alcohol at the Magic Kingdom Night of Joy ending The latest on changes coming to EPCOT Among other topics. Now everyone can watch LIVE at 9:00pm EDT Wednesday nights! Tune in every Wednesday for new LIVE episodes of ParksCenter.
Studios Retrospective, Pandora Closure, & Dan Cockerell Leaving
May 03, 2018 12:00 - 28 minutes - 31.9 MBThis is ParksCenter. We're going to cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. This week, we're talking about: The past, present and future of Disney's Hollywood Studios The entirety of Pandora being closed for multiple days Dan Cockerell leaving as VP of the Magic Kingdom Among other topics. Now everyone can watch LIVE at 9:00pm EDT Wednesday nights! Tune in every Wednesday for new LIVE episodes of ParksCenter.
Donald in Dinoland, Animal Kingdom's 20th, & Future Tech
April 28, 2018 19:04 - 29 minutes - 35.6 MBThis is ParksCenter. We're going to cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. This week, we're talking about: Donald in Dinoland Animal Kingdom's 20th anniversary The future of interactive experiences in Disney Among other topics. While the show will come out on Thursdays on YouTube, WIGS can watch us record LIVE on Wednesdays at 9pm. Plus, by watching live, you'll be able to see our WIGS Overtime discussion - where we tal...
Monorails, Tokyo, Up, & Millennial Pink
April 19, 2018 15:52 - 28 minutes - 32.7 MBThis is ParksCenter. We're going to cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. This week, we're talking about: The rumored new monorail fleet Tokyo Disneyland’s planned expansion “UP! A Great Bird Adventure” soft opening Millennial Pink everything! Among other topics. https://youtu.be/cLCeJF4sOH0 While the show will come out on Thursdays on YouTube, WIGS can watch us record LIVE on Wednesdays at 9pm. Plus, by watching li...
FastPass+, Pandora Utility Suit, & Star Wars
April 12, 2018 12:06 - 29 minutes - 33.3 MBThis is ParksCenter. We're going to cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. This week, we'll be talking about: FastPass+ no longer allows for transferring passes between guests The new Pandora Utility Suit The Millenium Falcon attraction tech demo video Tom in Tokyo Doctor Strange in DCA Among other topics. https://youtu.be/oIydyf6Ffw4 While the show will come out on Thursdays on YouTube, WIGS can watch us record L...
Toy Story FastPass, Star Wars Pics, PixarFest, & IncrediCoaster
April 05, 2018 20:00 - 28 minutes - 32.6 MBThis is ParksCenter! We cover the top 7 (yeah, 7) stories from this week in Disney Parks news, in under 30 minutes, guaranteed. This week, we talk about: Toy Story Mania's lack of FastPass, as well as tiered FastPass coming to the Studios The new Millennium Falcon attraction Disneyland's PixarFest, IncrediCoaster, and the closing of half of Downtown Disney Food changes for Electric Umbrella, Gaston's Tavern, and Pizza Port Among other topics. https://youtu.be/wBpU2pKCCZU While the...