Episodios

  • On the Road w/Mickey 272 – Sophie’s Solo trip to WDW!
    Jul 7 2025
    Episode 272 - Sophie’s Solo trip to WDW! Sophie’s Solo trip to WDW! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, he's Grogu, and she's Brenda! We're On the Road with Mickey, and this is episode 272! Our feature topic this week is Sophie’s Solo trip to WDW! This week Sophie is giving us her recap of her solo trip to Walt Disney World! Here's what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese: Mike: Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin is set to close for refurbishment on August 4, 2025, with a reopening date scheduled for sometime in 2026. There will be a new show scene and character, enhanced ride vehicles, and improved gameplay. Brenda: Voyage of the Little Mermaid will be closing for a small refurbishment from July 21 - 26, 2025. Not long, but if you have plans during that timeframe, plan accordingly. Sophie: Spaceship Earth will be closing on August 25, 2025 for refurbishment. The expected reopening date hasn’t been announced but should be sometime this year. Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Website: ontheroadwithmickey.com Question of the Week Feedback: What is your favorite Pixar short? Chandlar said “Boundin'” Missy said “Lava!” Stephanie M. also said “Lava” Chrissy said “Lava is a fav of mine and The tin man toy.” Heidi said “I love Bao.” I said “My favorite is Lava, which has become a love song for Cindy and I.” Paula said “I like the classic Tin Toy” Brenda said “I love Piper and Lava, but I have to say Bao edges out as the winner for me.” Tony said “I have to say the Bao was adorable!” Robin said “I’m a huge fan of Piper.” Lastly, Sophie’s favorites are Bao and Day & Night. Feature Topic: Sophie’s Solo trip to WDW! June 23: 3:30AM - drive to RDU airport. Flight at 6:05AM, landed in Orlando at 7:43AM. Head to Pop Century in the 90s Building. Parks: Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios June 24: Epcot France, Morocco, Japan, Italy, Germany, China, Mexico, Attractions: Reflections of China, Three Cabalerro’s, Disney Play App! American Adventure June 24: Hollywood Studios Docking Bay 7 - Andorian Chicken Attractions: Rise of the Resistance June 25: Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World Railroad TRON Lightning Lane Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Haunted Mansion Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Enchanted Tiki Room Country Bears Jamboree It’s a small world Columbia Harbour House lunch Beignets at Port Orleans French Quarter One last thing that Sophie didn’t expect: She got lonely because all of her family and friends weren’t there. Sophie's Question of the Week: What is your favorite nighttime spectacular? Past or Present. Sophie: Past - Harmonious; Present - Fantasmic at WDW Brenda: World of Color, Castle Dream Lights (Past), and also Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights (Past) Mike: Past - Wishes, Illuminations: Reflections of Earth, Harmonious; Present - Candlelight Processional This Day in Disney History for 7/7/2025: 1998: On Broadway, Beauty and the Beast has its 1,762nd performance, making it the longest running show ever at the Palace Theater! Stump the Soph! Luigi from Cars A little bit of Walt “To some people, I am kind of a Merlin who takes lots of crazy chances, but rarely makes mistakes. I’ve made some bad ones, but fortunately, the successes have come along fast enough to cover up the mistakes. When you go to bat as many times as I do, you’re bound to get a good average. That’s why I keep my projects diversified.” - Walt Disney Coming next week: Celebrating Birthdays & Special Occasions at Disney Parks
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  • On the Road w/Mickey 271 – Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary!
    Jun 23 2025
    Episode 271 - Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary! Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, he's Grogu, and she's Brenda! We're On the Road with Mickey, and this is episode 271! Our feature topic this week is Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary! This week we're taking a look at the 70th Anniversary of Disneyland, the park that Walt built! Here's what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese: Sophie: Disney Starlight Parade, the new nighttime parade, begins at the Magic Kingdom on July 20. Mike: After a very, very lengthy closure and refurbishment Stormalong Bay at Disney’s Beach and Yacht Club is finally open! Guests are very happy about that! Brenda: Disney has announced a projected opening date for the reimagined test track ride in Epcot. They plan to reopen on July 22, 2025. Just so happens to be my son‘s 40th bday. The Walt Disney Archives are 55 years old! Started in 1970, the Archives feature some of the great treasures from Disney’s history. Here is an awesome YouTube video that D23 put out that shares 23 of those treasures. It’s only a few minutes long, well worth the time to watch it! D23 Inside Disney | 55 Years of Preserving Disney History with the Walt Disney Archives Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Website: ontheroadwithmickey.com Question of the Week Feedback: Who’s your favorite Doll/Character on It’s a Small World? Kim said “The hippo” CC said “Hawaiian Girls” Cindy said “The hula dancers” Pixie Kim said “Hula dancers!” Brenda said “Alright, no Bo Peep. I’m back at Pinocchio since I can’t get over him since I visited his shop in Taormina.” Chrissy said “The Bollywood Dancers” Paula said “I like Jasmine and Aladdin on the magic carpet ride” Rachel said “penguins” Robin said “Bo Peep!” Laurie said “The cowboys” Lastly, Cheryl said “That's tough! I love all that have been mentioned, but I remember riding it at the NY World's Fair and the hippos hold special memories for me” Feature Topic: Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary! Theme: Celebrate Happy! Ongoing from now until Summer 2026 Paint the Night Parade World of Color Happiness! New theme song, “Celebrate Happy!” performed by the Jonas Brothers Wondrous Journeys “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!” Parade at Disney California Adventure Park “Tapestry of Happiness” at Disneyland Park “The Celebrate Happy Cavalcade” at Disneyland Park Disneyland 70th Anniversary Magical Key MagicBand+ Sophie's Question of the Week: What is your favorite Pixar Short? Sophie: Bao (2018) or Day & Night (2010) Mike: Lava (2014) Brenda: TBD ♡ This Day in Disney History for 6/23/2025: 1956: Disneyland's Skyway opens! Stump the Soph! Hannah Phillips from Toy Story (75/100) A little bit of Walt (Walt Disney regarding the 1964 World’s Fair exhibitions). “At the State of Illinois exhibit they're going to have Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln. Mr. Lincoln is gonna be there. He’s going to speak 5 times an hour. It’s gonna be very lifelike and very, very believable and we've been finding some wonderful words of Mr. Lincoln that are still prophetic today. I think it's gonna be a great moment for the public when they can sit and hear Mr. Lincoln talk about some of the things. What is Liberty; you know the rights and the obligations that we have and all of that. I think it's needed today too!” - Walt Disney Coming next week: Best of On the Road with Mickey, followed by Sophie's Solo Trip to Walt Disney World Recap!
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  • On the Road w/Mickey 270 – Underrated Attractions You Shouldn’t Skip!
    Jun 16 2025
    Episode 270 - Underrated Attractions You Shouldn’t Skip Underrated Attractions You Shouldn’t Skip Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, he's Grogu, and she's Brenda! We're On the Road with Mickey, and this is episode 270! Our feature topic this week is Underrated Attractions You Shouldn’t Skip! This week we're taking a look at attractions at Walt Disney World that are probably underrated that you just shouldn't miss out on! Here's what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese: Mike: The Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith is set to close in early 2026, according to Disney. However, they have also announced that the change to feature Muppets in the attraction will be complete rather quickly, and it should reopen in the latter part of 2026. Brenda: Over at Disneyland, the very first Coco attraction is being planned for Disney’s California Adventure Park. We can’t wait to see how this attraction will turn out! Sophie: Congratulations to Disney Legend Kim Irvine! She announced that she is retiring from Walt Disney Imagineering after 55 years of Magic! As you all know, she is the daughter of Madame Leota (aka Leota Toombs). Happy Retirement! Thank you for all you’ve done for the Disney Parks! Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Website: ontheroadwithmickey.com Listener Feedback: Feature Topic: Underrated Attractions You Shouldn’t Skip! Mike: 5) The Live Entertainment: Casey’s Corner Pianist, The Dapper Dans 4) Swiss Family Treehouse 3) Journey into Imagination with Figment 2) The Seas with Nemo & Friends Pavilion 1) Star Tours - The Adventures Continue HM: Tree of Life HM: Maharajah Jungle Trek Brenda: 5) Carousel of Progress 4) TTA 3) Mickey’s Philharmagic 2) Canada Pavilion 1) One Man’s Dream, Walt Disney Presents HM: The Playgrounds at various attractions Sophie: 5) Reflections of China Circle-Vision & China Pavilion 4) Prince Charming’s Carousel 3) It’s A Small World 2) Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond! 1) The American Adventure HM: Living with the Land Sophie's Question of the Week: “Who’s your favorite Doll/Character on It’s a Small World?” Chinese Lion Dance at EPCOT: Chinese Lion Dance December 23, 2024 This Day in Disney History for 6/16/2025: 1962: Meet me at Disneyland! Date Night at Disneyland YouTube video. Stump the Soph! Dot from A Bug’s Life A little bit of Walt "It’s one of the Greatest Love Stories Ever Told," about Lady and the Tramp which premiered June 19, 1955. Disney's 15th animated feature film had its world premiere in Chicago. It is the first Disney cartoon feature filmed in CinemaScope (a wide screen film process). - Walt Disney Coming next week: Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary!
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  • On the Road w/Mickey 269 – Brenda’s Mediterranean Cruise Recap!
    Jun 9 2025
    Episode 269 - Brenda’s Mediterranean Cruise Recap! Brenda’s Mediterranean Cruise Recap! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, he's Grogu, and BRENDA is BACK! We're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 269 and this week our feature topic is Brenda’s Mediterranean Cruise Recap! This week we take a look at Brenda's adventures in Europe! Here's what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese: Brenda: Sophie, do you like Churros? Well, perhaps when you are at Epcot, you might want to check out the Churro Milkshake at Sunshine Seasons! This is 5 snacks in 1! You’ve got the milkshake, and on top you’ve got a sprinkle doughnut cookie, a mini churro, a mini pretzel, and a Mickey Bar cake pop! Check out the image! Sophie: The end of an era: June 7th marked the final day of operation for MuppetVision 3D. Mike: The Frontierland Station for the Walt Disney World Railroad at the Magic Kingdom will be closing on July 7th to coincide with the Frontierland expansion for Cars and Villains. As a result, the Walt Disney World railroad will be operating only between Main Street USA and Fantasyland. This is also the day that the attractions on the Rivers of America will be closing. Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Website: ontheroadwithmickey.com Listener Feedback: Our friend Lee from Disleelandia.com left us a comment on our North Carolina Tourist Destinations episode. Here’s what he wrote: “My favourite was the “castle” until you showed the train at the park! You had me at train!!!” Feature Topic: Brenda’s Mediterranean Cruise Recap! Itinerary: Italy, Croatia, and Greece 10-night on the Celebrity Ascent. Started and ended in Rome. Olympia, Greece Corfu, Greece Split, Coatia Dubrovnik, Croatia Bar, Montenegro Sicily, Italy Naples 2 Days at Sea What stood out to you? Corfu, Greece Split, Croatia Paternal Grandfather from here. Brenda’s grandfather had four names, which was shortened to John Milutin. Yachts Taormina, Italy Rome, Italy Inter-Continental Ambassadorial Hotel Vatican, Spanish Steps, so many attractions they were able to see. Capri An Affair to Remember This Day in Disney History for 6/9/2025: 1934: Donald Duck makes his very first film appearance in The Wise Little Hen, a Silly Symphony short. Stump the Soph! Joe Gardner from Soul A little bit of Walt Walt Disney on Pinocchio, - “This is not the cartoon medium. It should not be limited to cartoons. We have worlds to conquer here.” - Walt Disney Coming next week: Underrated Attractions You Shouldn’t Skip!
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  • On the Road w/Mickey 268 – The best tourist destinations for North Carolina!
    Jun 2 2025
    Episode 268 - The best tourist destinations for North Carolina! The best tourist destinations for North Carolina! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! Brenda is out for a few weeks while on vacation on her Mediterranean Cruise! This is episode 268 and this week our feature topic is The best tourist destinations for North Carolina! This week we take a look at the Star Wars Universe and share our favorites.! Here's what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese: Mike: On May 28, ILM (Industrial Light & Magic) celebrated it’s 50th Anniversary as a company. The company, founded by George Lucas, has been on the cutting edge of visual effects and was created initially for the creation of Star Wars. Sophie: Lilo & Stitch opened over the Memorial Day weekend and debuted as the number one film globally. $182.7 million in sales in North America and a very impressive $361.3 million worldwide! Have you seen it yet? Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Website: ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: The best tourist destinations for North Carolina! Biltmore Blue Ridge Parkway Old Salem North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro Wright Memorial - Kill Devil Hills, NC USS North Carolina, Wilmington, NC North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher, NC Pullen Park, Raleigh, NC Grandfather Mountain and Mount Mitchell State Parks Whitewater Rafting down the Nantahala River This Day in Disney History for 6/2/2025: 1989: The theatrical release of Dead Poets Society. Stump the Soph! Marlin from Finding Nemo A little bit of Walt "I don't like formal gardens. I like wild nature. It's just the wilderness instinct in me, I guess." - Walt Disney Coming next week: Brenda’s Mediterranean Cruise Recap!
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  • On the Road w/Mickey 267 – Our top 3 Star Wars Movies!
    May 26 2025
    Episode 267 - Our top 3 Star Wars Movies! Our top 3 Star Wars Movies! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! Brenda is out for a few weeks while on vacation on her Mediterranean Cruise! This is episode 267 and this week our feature topic is Our top 3 Star Wars Movies! This week we take a look at the Star Wars Universe and share our favorites.! Here's what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese: Sophie: This past Thursday, May 22nd, the long-awaited opening for Epic Universe occurred! There had been soft openings for a while now, but now the newest park at Universal Orlando Resort is a reality! Daddy’s bosses Lisa and Steve were there and looked like they were having a great time! Mike: Kudos to Jeff Vahle, the President of the Walt Disney World Resort, on congratulating Universal Orlando for the opening of Epic Universe. He wrote on Instagram: “It takes great passion and dedication to bring new projects to life. Best of luck to the Universal Orlando team with the opening of Epic Universe! Another big win for tourism in Florida. Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Website: ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Our top 3 Star Wars Movies! Sophie: 3) Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith 2) Rogue One: A Star Wars Story 1) Episode 4: A New Hope Mike: 3) Episode 2: Attack of the Clones 2) Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith 1) Episode 7: The Force Awakens This Day in Disney History for 5/26/2025: 2000: The final Star Wars Weekends of the 2000 season begins at Disney-MGM. Stump the Soph! Lizzie from Cars A little bit of Walt "A vista into a world of wondrous ideas, signifying man's achievements … a step into the future, with predictions of constructive things to come." - Walt Disney Coming next week: The best tourist destinations for North Carolina!
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  • On the Road w/Mickey 266 – Best Animated Shows on Disney+
    May 19 2025
    Episode 266 - Best Animated Shows on Disney+ Best Animated Shows on Disney+ Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! Brenda is out for a few weeks while on vacation on her Mediterranean Cruise! This is episode 266 and this week our feature topic is Best Animated Shows on Disney+! This week we take a look at Disney+ Animated shows and share our favorites.! Here's what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese: Sophie: The dates for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party were just released! The party dates will range from August 15 - October 31st this year, and tickets went on sale for resort guests on May 15th! Mike: New to the Disney Skyliner: A brand new wrapping to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Muppets! Bonus: The dates for the Food & Wine Festival were released! The festival this year will be from August 28 - November 22, 2025! Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Website: ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: Best Animated Shows on Disney+ Sophie: 5) Star vs. The Forces of Evil 4) Gravity Falls 3) Bluey 2) Phineas & Ferb 1) Lilo & Stitch: The Series Mike: 5) Cars on the Road 4) I am Groot 3) The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse 2) The Bad Batch 1) Dug Days This Day in Disney History for 5/19/2025: 1906: The birth of James MacDonald, future voice of Mickey Mouse! Stump the Soph! Emperor Zurg from the Toy Story movies A little bit of Walt “Animation can explain whatever the mind of man can conceive.” - Walt Disney Coming next week: Our top 3 Star Wars Movies!
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  • On the Road w/Mickey 265 – The Disney Treasure – Food, Entertainment, and More!
    May 12 2025
    Episode 265 - The Disney Treasure - Food, Entertainment, and More! The Disney Treasure - Food - Entertainment - and More! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 265 and this week our feature topic is The Disney Treasure - Food - Entertainment - and More! This week we take a look at Universal's Epic Universe that will be opening on May 22, 2025! Here's what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese: Brenda: Save 50% on Select Kids (Ages 3 to 9) Tickets This Summer! From May 27-September 20, 2025, Kids tickets for 3 days or longer will be 50% off! Mike: The Beak and Barrel opens later this year in Adventureland at the Magic Kingdom! This is the Pirates of the Caribbean themed tavern. Sophie: Have you heard of the Savannah Bananas baseball team? They are very much like the Harlem Globetrotters, but for baseball. They will be at Disneyland on May 28th! They will be having two games at the Angels stadium in Anaheim on May 30 and 31st. Connect with us! Here’s how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey Instagram: On the Road with Mickey Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com Website: ontheroadwithmickey.com Feature Topic: The Disney Treasure - Food, Entertainment, and More! Rotational Dining: 1923 Worlds of Marvel Plaza de Coco Bars and Lounges Haunted Mansion Parlor Periscope Pub Themed after 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea Skipper Society Themed after the Jungle Cruise Entertainment Disney The Tale of Moana Beauty and the Beast Disney Seas the Adventure Staterooms Themed after Aladdin, Pocahontas, Encanto, Up, Finding Nemo, and Luca This Day in Disney History for 5/12/2025: 1967: Reedy Creek Improvement District is formed for Walt Disney World. Stump the Soph! Luca from Luca A little bit of Walt “To be successful, you must be unique, you must be so different that if people want what you have, they must come to you to get it.” - Walt Disney Coming next week: Best Animated Shows on Disney+
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