Latest Retro wdw Podcast Episodes
REPACKAGED - #34 Rivers of America and the Far West
Off Harbor & Main - March 06, 2024 14:00 - 59 minutesWhile we continue on a pause in new episodes, I figured I could do a repackaged episode where it’s edited to just be the main topic. All the before banter has been removed so you can get right to the episode's headline topic. Joel, Beth, and Matt explore Rivers of America of yesteryear and tod...
Destination D23, San Fransokyo Square + Alcohol at Disneyland
Off Harbor & Main - September 17, 2023 15:00 - 1 hourAfter a substantial break, we're back to delve into the freshest updates and insights from Destination D23. We'll also be sharing our reactions to San Fransokyo Square and giving you the latest on additional alcohol locations at Disneyland. In this special episode, we have the pleasure of welcom...
Ep #39 - Destination D23, San Fransokyo Square + Alcohol at Disneyland
Off Harbor & Main - September 17, 2023 15:00 - 1 hourAfter a substantial break, we're back to delve into the freshest updates and insights from Destination D23. We'll also be sharing our reactions to San Fransokyo Square and giving you the latest on additional alcohol locations at Disneyland. In this special episode, we have the pleasure of welcom...
Ep #38 - History and Stories of A Christmas Fantasy Parade with Sam Carter
Off Harbor & Main - December 23, 2022 16:26 - 1 hourWe are thrilled to have artist and Disney aficionado Sam Carter join us as we dive into the history of A Christmas Fantasy Parade! Sam provides some great stories and anecdotes from his time at Disneyland that we’re sure you’ll enjoy. We wish everyone a very merry Christmas, happy holidays, and...
Ep #37 - Disneyland Christmas Commercials of Yesteryear
Off Harbor & Main - December 05, 2022 11:30 - 1 hourIt’s that time of year, so we’ll be reminiscing and discussing old Disneyland and other Disney resort Christmas advertisements of Yesteryear, plus we’ll ponder over some of the announced Disneyland entertainment that’s a part of the Disney100 celebration kicking off in January. Disney Christmas...
Ep #36 - Dissecting Mr. Iger's Surprise Return as CEO
Off Harbor & Main - November 23, 2022 04:42 - 1 hourWe all got together with friend of the podcast, Shaun (@Rankingthemouse) for an emergency podcast to discuss the recent announcement of Bob Chapek being forced out as CEO, and the surprise return of Bob Iger! The news has made many in the Disney fandom cheerful and hopeful of the future. Today w...
Ep #35 - Imaginary $5K WDW Trip
Off Harbor & Main - November 21, 2022 13:00 - 1 hourIn episode 35 we each create our own fake WDW trip with just $5,000 and see if it’s even possible with a family of 4. (We leave out transportation/flights). We also discuss the recently announced Adventureland Treehouse and other recent happenings. Join us for a laugh. Cheers! --------------...
Ep #34 - Rivers of America and the Far West
Off Harbor & Main - November 02, 2022 11:30 - 1 hourJoel, Beth, and Matt return to discuss the MagicBand+ debut at the Disneyland Resort. We later explore Rivers of America of yesteryear and today, as well as go into detail of Paris’s counterpart, The Rivers of the Far West. Keep in mind we don’t get to the Rivers of America until 30 minutes in....
Ep #33 - Catching Up and Latest Disney Shenanigans
Off Harbor & Main - August 05, 2022 14:00 - 1 hourAfter an unintentional extended Summer break, the crew returns to vent a little about the latest happenings at Disney theme parks. Going against everything we said we wouldn’t do, we’re discussing the news and examining some rumors. We’ll end with our hopes for D23 and attempt to end on a positi...
Former Attractions We Wish We Experienced
Off Harbor & Main - May 03, 2022 12:00 - 1 hourWE’RE BACK! All of us are excited to be back on the mic and thank you for your patience. We start by discussing some of the EPCOT changes to Future World and then give our top former attractions in which we never got experience. Each of us provides a little history of each and tries to stay clea...
Ep #32 - Former Attractions We Wish We Experienced
Off Harbor & Main - May 03, 2022 12:00 - 1 hourWE’RE BACK! All of us are excited to be back on the mic and thank you for your patience. We start by discussing some of the EPCOT changes to Future World and then give our top former attractions in which we never got experience. Each of us provides a little history of each and tries to stay clea...
Ep #31 - Retooling "How You Disney(land)" w/ Special Guest
Off Harbor & Main - January 17, 2022 12:00 - 1 hourWith all the operational changes that have occurred as a result of the pandemic, planning and going to a Disney theme park has changed. With a convoluted reservations system and a new pay-to-use FastPass system, we are here to discuss how your Disney day can still be fun, stress-free, and much l...
Ep #30 - The Magic of Christmas at Disneyland (1992)
Off Harbor & Main - December 24, 2021 14:53 - 1 hourJoin us this week as we over analyze a 30-minute Disneyland promotional video from 1992 called The Magic of Christmas at Disneyland. How else would you like to spend your holiday time-off other than listening to 3 people critique and joke about an early 90s production!? There is no better way. C...
Ep #29 - Disneyland Hotel Forgotten Restaurants + The Magic of Christmas at WDW Promo Video
Off Harbor & Main - December 18, 2021 12:00 - 1 hourWe take a little more time to go over some more forgotten Disneyland Hotel restaurants and bars that we missed on the last episode. We then transitioned to a new Disney special from 1991 and provided our commentary. This time it’s “The Magic of Christmas at Walt Disney World. Cheers! Interact: ...
Ep #28 - Celebrating Steakhouse 71 with Steakhouse 55 and Disneyland Hotel Bar History
Off Harbor & Main - November 14, 2021 15:47 - 1 hourTo commemorate Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary and the opening of Steakhouse 71 at the Contemporary Resort, we go over its offerings and the history of its former sister restaurant, Steakhouse 55 at the Disneyland Hotel. One can’t talk about Disneyland Hotel without diving into SOME history...
Ep #27 - Catching Up, Harmonious, Enchantment and the Rest of WDW’s 50th
Off Harbor & Main - October 05, 2021 11:30 - 1 hourWe’re back! We figured it would be good to do some catching up, give a “state of the podcast” and provide our thoughts on all things WDW 50th Anniversary. The crew discusses Epcot’s new nighttime spectacular - Harmonious, Magic Kingdom’s Enchantment, MagicBand+, and all the other decorations and...
Ep #26 - Golden Anniversary of Snow White TV Special w/ Disney ReWINEd
Off Harbor & Main - July 06, 2021 11:30 - 1 hourWe welcome two special guests from the Disney ReWINEd Podcast, Adina Miller and Rachel Seidman, to help us do a post-watch recap on Disney’s Golden Anniversary of Snow White and the 7 Drawfs TV special that aired in 1987! Starring Dick Van Dyke, Jane Curtain, and many other glorious 80s stars, t...
Ep #25 - Returning to Disneyland, Avengers Campus & Blue Ribbon Bakery History
Off Harbor & Main - June 21, 2021 11:30 - 1 hourJoin us as we discuss two recent vastly different Disneyland Resort trips by Beth and Derick as COVID related restrictions begin to loosen. We were treated to a very special guest appearance by the incomparable Steevin Love (Beth’s husband) and we all provided our thoughts on the newly opened Av...
Ep #24 - Planned Disneyland Trips, Recent Vacations, and Catching Up
Off Harbor & Main - June 07, 2021 11:30 - 1 hourThe crew talks about the many changes that have happened since our last episode. California parks re-opening, constantly changing guidelines, theme park reservations, VelociCoaster, vacations, and FINALLY seeing each other IN person at a THEME PARK! We talk about it ALL on today’s episode of Off...
Ep# 23 - Big Thunder Trail / Ranch + Theme Park Reopenings
Off Harbor & Main - April 12, 2021 11:30 - 1 hourThe crew goes over the history of Disneyland’s Big Thunder Trail, which may have more of a history than you thought as we dive into Big Thunder’s Ranch, Barbecue, and Arena! Plus, one must never forget about the “Happiest Horses on Earth''. First enjoy a discussion about the recent Southern Cali...
Ep# 22 - Tastes and Touches of SoCal Theme Parks + State of the Biz
Off Harbor & Main - March 10, 2021 13:00 - 1 hourGrab a drink and join the Off Harbor & Main crew on the Virtual Tropical Lanai as we catch up with each other, including some pretty major life changes (Did someone say TWINS?!), and talk about the future of the show. Don’t worry, we aren’t going anywhere! We also discuss a bunch of new upcoming...
Ep #21 - Society of Explorers and Adventurers (S.E.A.) - Part 2
Off Harbor & Main - February 13, 2021 13:00 - 58 minutesOn today’s episode we continue our discussion about the Society of Explorers and Adventurers (S.E.A.) and finish our comprehensive list of anything S.E.A. related. We delve into the realms of horror at Hong Kong Disneyland, Skipper Canteen to other random references, and tell the story of Soarin...
Ep #20 - Society of Explorers and Adventurers (S.E.A.) - Part 1
Off Harbor & Main - January 31, 2021 17:07 - 53 minutesGet ready Adventurers! Today we delve into the mythos of the Society of Explorers and Adventurers (S.E.A.) that has been woven throughout almost every Disney park worldwide. In fact, there was so much to talk about that we’ve had to make it a 2-part series. Here in part 1 we will discuss the ori...
Ep #20 - Society of Explorers and Adventurers (S.E.A) - Part 1
Off Harbor & Main - January 31, 2021 17:07 - 53 minutesInteract: Email - [email protected] Twitter - @offharbor Instagram - @offharbor YouTube - Off Harbor & Main Facebook - Off Harbor & Main Website - OffHarborAndMain.com The Hosts: Joel - Twitter & IG: @TangaroaJoel Beth - Twitter & IG: @PixieDustVibes Matt - Twitter: @ST1401t...
Ep #19 - Disneyland’s 50th Anniversary Retrospect
Off Harbor & Main - January 17, 2021 13:00 - 1 hourTake a trip with us back to Disneyland’s golden anniversary, The Happiest Celebration on Earth. In this retrospect we reminisce over all the 50th attractions, entertainment offerings and other festivities that occurred during the 18-month long celebration. Did we perhaps go a little long? Maybe....
Ep #18 - Circle-Vision… RAMA - A Full History
Off Harbor & Main - January 05, 2021 12:00 - 1 hourJoin us as we provide a complete history of CircaRama and Circle-Vision 360 within all Disney theme parks! It’s quite a convoluted history and it’s quite incredible where some of these films played globally. Starting with opening day Disneyland to present day, from stateside parks to Disneyland ...
Ep #17 - Holidays of Yesteryear - Former Christmas Offerings Around the Parks
Off Harbor & Main - December 16, 2020 12:00 - 1 hourDisney theme parks have always been known for their stellar holiday celebrations, events and decorations. Over the years some of our favorite holiday events have come and gone, and some other possibly questionable offerings have thankfully disappeared. Join us with your favorite holiday beverage...
EP #16 - Christmas in Disneyland (1976) TV Special
Off Harbor & Main - December 06, 2020 14:00 - 53 minutesWe go full Christmas on our latest Disney TV special rewind. This time we go back to 1976 as we watch the zany, and at times ludicrous Christmas in Disneyland special. Sandy Duncan returns with a more tame performance from her earlier specials, but you have to hear about crazy ol’ gramp...
Ep #16 - Christmas in Disneyland (1976) TV Special
Off Harbor & Main - December 06, 2020 14:00 - 53 minutesWe go full Christmas on our latest Disney TV special rewind. This time we go back to 1976 as we watch the zany, and at times ludicrous Christmas in Disneyland special. Sandy Duncan returns with a more tame performance from her earlier specials, but you have to hear about crazy ol’ gramps. As biz...
Ep #15 - Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland in Retrospect
Off Harbor & Main - November 22, 2020 15:00 - 59 minutesTake a trip with us to 1971 as we look at Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland in retrospect. We’ll break down some of the latest happenings around the parks and then take a tour through opening day Adventureland at WDW! The crew talks about some of the changes over the years and some of the aspects th...
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