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The leavingtoday podcast (LTP) is now starting our 8th season. For those of you who are new. We are passionate about the park, the attractions and the food. We have opinions. We argue with each other. We listen. We respond. We are open. We invite questions. We hope you'll find a home here.
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Episodes
Monday Nov 13, 2017
Episode 47 - Holiday food with Jae Brattain!
Monday Nov 13, 2017
Monday Nov 13, 2017
Welcome to the LTP! This is episode 47 and we talk to our favorite foodie, Jae Brattain! He gives us his food review of his latest trip to the resort! He also gives us some holiday food advice!
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News
Disney lifts the ban on LA Times being able to view advanced screenings
Rian Johnson will direct a new StarWars trilogy
Star Wars Clone Wars
8 Solutions to help deal with the crowds
Pixar Pier is coming
Concept Art for Pixar Pier. Courtesy of Disney.
Concept art for the IncrediCoaster. Courtesy of Disney.
101 with Jes!
This day in Disney history! Jes asks listeners to create a new drink and name it....we'll pick a winner and make it!
Feature Presentation
The LTP talks with our favorite foodie, Jae Brattain. Jae gives us a food review of his latest trip to the resort! He also gives us a couple eating tips on enjoying the holiday at the park!
This wonderful hamburger is from the Hungry Bear! Photo courtesy of Jae Brattain.
Green Apple Spell Lemonade w/cherry drops @ Smokjumpers Grill! Photo courtesy of Jae Brattain.
Watermelon Lemonade @ Cove Bar. Photo courtesy of Jae Brattain.
"Ghost"-ly Pepper Nachos? Yes Please! Photo courtesy of Jae Brattain.
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Monday Oct 30, 2017
Episode 46 - Walt Disney Family Museum + News
Monday Oct 30, 2017
Monday Oct 30, 2017
Welcome to the LTP family!!! In this special episode, the LTP crew took a trip to the wonderful Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco. We'll share our reactions and thoughts about our experience from both just moments after the tour and a week later. But before that, we'll discuss the news and have a cool 101 with Jes! segment.
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News
Jingle Cruise to remain docked this holiday season
RunDisney is at a standstill (for now)
StarTours to show segments from Star Wars EP 8: The Last Jedi
Disneyland drops a game changer with a new hotel in the western gateway!
Artist's concept of the 'as yet untitled' new hotel. Image courstey of Disney.
Map of where the hotel will be in the resort.
101 with Jes!
Jes gives us this day in Disney history and then plays some audio from her most recent trip report.
Feature Presentation
The LTP talks about their recent trip to the Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco.
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Monday Oct 16, 2017
Episode 45 - Trader Sam's Coffee + Trip Report
Monday Oct 16, 2017
Monday Oct 16, 2017
Welcome to the LTP!!! In this special episode, we talk with our new sponsor Erick from Trader Sam's Coffee. We spend some time learning about their company, how they got started and what they hope to do with it. We also discuss Disney and their love for the parks. But before that, we talk about the news and have a cool segment with Jes in 101 with Jes!
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Glad to have this view....
News
Disneyland’s longest employed worker Chef Oscar Martinez retires after 60 years
Disneyland cast member Carrie Barnette among those killed in Las Vegas
10 Creepy treats during Halloween
101 with Jes!
We ran a contest to caption a photo from a recent trip! We read the answers....thank you to all of you who participated!
Feature Presentation
The LTP crew talks with Erick from Trader Sam's Coffee!
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Monday Oct 02, 2017
Episode 44 - An evening with the Hayes family!
Monday Oct 02, 2017
Monday Oct 02, 2017
Hello and welcome to episode 44 of the Leavingtodaypodcast! In this episode, we spend an evening with the Hayes family. The Hayes family (Ashley, Zach and Malia) are on a mission to raise awareness for Alopeica by creating inspiring Disneyland vlogs. We think you'll enjoy their story and passion for Disneyland! Plus, we get them to answer some tough questions!!! Besides, can you name all seven popcorn cart locations???
Hayes Family Vlog
News
Disney Legend, whose work is heard every day in ‘Pirates,’ ‘Haunted Mansion’ songs, dies at 98
Disney California Adventure will be ‘darker and edgier’
Get an Awesome Sneak Peek of ‘Thor: Ragnarok’ Starting October 6 at Disney California Adventure Park
Feature Presentation
The Hayes family!
The LTP and Hayes Family!
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Monday Sep 18, 2017
Episode 43 - Disney Historian: Michael Bowling!
Monday Sep 18, 2017
Monday Sep 18, 2017
You have found episode 43 of the leavingtoday podcast!! Thank you so much for stopping by! In this extended and remixed show, we have the pleasure of spending some time with Disney Historian and all-around wonderful person, Michael Bowling. We are sure that you'll enjoy and appreciate his passion, knowledge and enthusiam for all things Disney. But before we talk with Michael, we have the news and a very special 101 with Jes! segment! Thank you again to all of you that phoned in for this, it means so much to us!
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News
Halloween overlay coming to Guardians of the Galaxy at DCA
STAR WARS!! JURASSIC WORLD’s Colin Trevorrow Is No Longer Directing EPISODE IX!!
Haul-O-Ween materializes at Disney California Adventure
101 with Jes!
Jes gets the listeners to leave us a message!! Awesome!!! We so appreciate you!!!!
Feature Presentation
The team has a special interview with Disney historian, Michael Bowling. Michael is the Disney Historian for The DIS Unplugged Podcast Network of shows: The DIS Unplugged Podcast: Disneyland Edition including series on "60 Years of Disneyland" and "Windows on Main Street" amongst others. He is also the host of The DIS Unplugged Connecting with Walt Podcast, which is a show dedicated to Disney history.
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Monday Sep 04, 2017
Episode 42 - Everybody loves a parade!?!
Monday Sep 04, 2017
Monday Sep 04, 2017
Hello LTP listeners!!! Welcome to episdoe 42!!! This is a short episode (by LTP standards)...but it's full of witty banter and adventure!!! The team discusses the history of parades at the park and discuesses their importance in the Disneyland experience. But before that, we have a fun 101 with Jes segment and we have the news!!! So sit back, relax, chill and enjoy this episode!!! Be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes and leave a comment!!! We really appreciate you!!!
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News
Disney to add 450 parking spaces to its Toy Story parking lot
Star Wars:Galaxy's Edge tops out
3rd shift crew gets an overnight party
101 with Jes!
Jes asks the listeners what their favorite bloopers are at the end of the show.
Feature Presentation
The team takes a look at the history of parades at the park and what they mean to us.
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Monday Aug 21, 2017
Episode 41 - 3 Worst Attractions/Skyline Lounge with Jae Brattain!
Monday Aug 21, 2017
Monday Aug 21, 2017
Hey there and welcome to the LTP!!! This is Episdoe 41 and it's full of action!! In this special show, we discuss the Skyline Lounge and Summer of Heroes food with our friend Jae Brattain!! In addition, the team discusses their 3 least favorite Disneyland attractions!! But before that, they play a game on 101 with Jes! and talk about the news!!! So, tune in and join the conversation. As always, hit us up with any questions or comments!!
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News
Pixar Pier updates
Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire coming to Downtown Disney
Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge tops out
Downtown Disney parking rates going up
101 with Jes!
Jes plays a game called 2 truths and 1 lie! See how well you do!!
Feature Presentation
In the first part of our feature presentation, we discuss our 3 worst attractions at the park
In the second part of our feature presentation, we talk with our good friend Jae Brattain about the Skyline lounge and food from Summer of Heroes at DCA!
Solar System Sweets. Photo courtesy of Jae Brattain
View from the Skyline Lounge. Photo courtesy of Jae Brattain
Teddi Barra Lavender Sparkler. Photo courtesy of Jae Brattain
This dessert wasn't a winner. Photo courtesy of Jae Brattain
Look at these nachos!! Photo courtesy of Jae Brattain
Groot Bread. Photo courtesy of Jae Brattain
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Monday Aug 07, 2017
Episode 40 - Rivers of America Returns/Fantasmic!!
Monday Aug 07, 2017
Monday Aug 07, 2017
Welcome to the leavingtoday podcast!! Very glad you're here! In this episode, we have a trip report from Jes and we discuss the history of the Rivers of America and how the new Fantasmic!! looks! But before that, we have the news!
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News
Marty Sklar passes away
Three popular shops in Downtown Disney closing
Are smartphones becoming a problem at theme parks?
Secret chill spots at the park
101 with Jes!
Trip report
Fantasmic!! Review
Not much has changed with Case Jr in 62 years!
Feature Presentation
In this segment, we take a quick look at the history of the Rivers of America and the history of Fantasmic!!
Greenfield Village. See any similarites?
Orginal plan for Disneyland adjacet to the Animation Studios?
Concept art for Tom Sawyer's Island.
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Monday Jul 24, 2017
Episode 39 - D23 News Reactions
Monday Jul 24, 2017
Monday Jul 24, 2017
Hello and welcome to the leavingtoday podcast! In Episode 39, we discuss the highlights that came out of the panels from the D23 Expo. Plus, we have some general news and a soap box commentary from Jes! Thank you for listening!!!
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News
Disneyland eliminates hand stamps for re-entry
MaxPass is going live
101 with Jes!
Jes discusses a few things that are currently upsetting her.
Feature Presenation
The group discusses the annoucements made at this year's D23 Expo.
Star Wars Land at Disneyland gets a name
Tron Cycles come to WDW
New Skyliner transporation coming to WDW
New Star Wars themed hotel coming to WDW
Pixer Pier coming to DCA
Pixer Fest coming to Disneyland
Tron Cycles Image courtesy of DisneyParks.
Pixer Fest Yay? Image courtesy of DisneyParks.
PIxer Pier! Image courtesy of DisneyParks.
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Monday Jul 10, 2017
Episode 38 - Rivers of America
Monday Jul 10, 2017
Monday Jul 10, 2017
Welcome to the leavingtoday podcast! In Episode 38, the LTP crew discusses the recent changes to the Rivers of America as well as taking a look at its history....but before that, they discuss some news and have a fun segment in 101 with Jes...
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News
Fastpass changes have come to Disneyland Resort
The Disneyland Railroad starts testing trains on its new route
Ron Howard Steps in to direct Han Solo movie
The future of Halloween
SWL comparisons
101 with Jes!
In this special segment, Jes asks us questions from our listeners....
Feature Presentation
In this segment, we discuss the history of the Rivers of America....but the waters have been known to flow in mysterious directions....
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Monday Jun 26, 2017
Episode 37 - Summer Foods with Jae Brattain
Monday Jun 26, 2017
Monday Jun 26, 2017
Hello and welcome to this most exciting podcast! If you love food....especially food found at the Disneyland Resort, then you're in a for a treat! We have returning guest, Jae Brattain. Jae was a member of the DisGeek Podast and a founding member of the Dinning at Disney Podcast. Jae brings a wealth of knowledge, passion and humor to the food aspect of the park. We know you'll learn something, laugh a little, smile and most of all, be entertained by his food knowledge!!!! We also play a round of 101 with Jes! along with Jae. But before that, we have the news.
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News
Big Thunder Trail Returns....along with test runs of the Mark Twain
D23 Expo 2017 will present "A Galaxy of Stories"
Adventureland Expands!
The backside of Radiator Springs Racers gets filled in....but why??
Feature Presentation
In this special show, we talk to Disneyland food expert, Jae Brattain. Jae makes his return to our show to discuss some favorite summer food options at the resort. We also have a lengthy discussion about nachos!! We are sure you will be entertained by this interview.....without a doubt, you'll learn something!
The much beloved Lobster Nachos!
Bengal BBQ Skewers! Jae says, "Get these now..."
Fried Chicken from the Plaza Inn...Get it fresh!!
Yes, he said it...Churro Funnel Cake
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Monday Jun 12, 2017
Episode 36 - Railroads, Guardians and Pirates....oh my!
Monday Jun 12, 2017
Monday Jun 12, 2017
Hello and welcome to the Leavingtodaypodcast! This is episode 36!! For this show, we have a guest in the studio, Leon. Leon is a filmmaker, photographer, artist, thinker and just an overall creative talent. He co-hosts with Hury on their film based podcast and VLOG, badorbad. Anyway, Leon is with us to discuss the latest installment of the Pirates franchise and to ask Disneyland questions. In addition, we talk about Lobster Nachos...or is that Nobster Lachos??? Before that, we have a great 101 with Jes! segment and we cover the news!!! So join us on this adventure!!!
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News
Disneyland Railroad and Rivers of America Attraction Return to Disneyland Park this Summer with New Magic
Artist's Concept of Rivers of America. Image Courtesy of WDI.
Two Attraction Posters that we reference
Experts say Disneyland’s capacity issues are helping drive the Marvel push into Disney California Adventure
Guardians of the Galaxy opens to crazy crowds
Look at what the Collector has!!
101 with Jes!
In this special segment, Jes asks the listeners about their favorite moments in LTP history!! Very touching!!!
Feature Presentation
The LTP crew + Leon discuss and deconstruct the newest installment of the Pirates film franchise!!
Check out Leon's impressive work!
leonterra
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