We don’t want to just run negative stories about the Mouse! UNCLE WALT’S INSIDER H.Q., SVALBARD – No question, Disney’s reputation has taken a beating lately. After its recent foray into Florida politics, and information leaking about inserting sexual matters into children’s programming, for some reason folks don’t seem to be as trusting of the…
Our little-known facts series continues, in spite of underwhelming demand! It’s a hotel! It’s a spaceship! It’s a hotel! No, it’s a spaceship! Settle down, there’s no need to argue. It’s a hotel and a (pretend) spaceship! And whatever you think of Walt Disney World’s new Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, we can all agree on one thing:…
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Can Six Flags overtake Disney? (We’ll wait while you wipe the soda off your screen.) What is it with America’s non-existent love affair with Six Flags? Truly, they are the parks you visit when you can’t afford Disney. The good news for them is that soon, no one will be able to afford Disney! (Thanks, Bob!)…
Our little-known facts series continues, in spite of underwhelming demand! The Disney Company has long wanted to be more than an entertainment company hosting “guests.” Like any power-hungry corporation, they can exercise their authority so much better if they aren’t just your host, but your government — albeit a smiling, pixie-dust sprinkled version. From Walt’s…
Sure, you’re sick, but that doesn’t mean you should cancel your vacation! (Or does it?) Much of the world is realizing that the pandemic is effectively over, and we’re entering into the endemic phase of COVID where we “just live with it.” (Note: this doesn’t apply to Texas, Florida, or an handful of other states…