The Spirited Back Nine ...

[asianway]

Correct. If the show and its decor package had been cloned, the show would still be running at WDW with premium viewing packages for sale.

I want to say the WDW version had about 1/3 the number of performers as Tokyo

 

[PhotoDave219]

My other observation of the day involves the Disney research cast member at the end of test track sitting there filling out a survey. Not interviewing guests but clearly faking the Data.

 

[TeriofTerror]

@lentesta -
1. Nice WDWMagic mention!
2. Are you really going to start doing two podcasts per month? Be still, my heart!

Speaking of podcasts, is anyone listening to "Serial"? I. Am. Obsessed.

 

[bhg469]

@lentesta -
1. Nice WDWMagic mention!
2. Are you really going to start doing two podcasts per month? Be still, my heart!

Speaking of podcasts, is anyone listening to "Serial"? I. Am. Obsessed.

Link and Sell me on it.

 

[the.dreamfinder]

@lentesta -
1. Nice WDWMagic mention!
2. Are you really going to start doing two podcasts per month? Be still, my heart!

Speaking of podcasts, is anyone listening to "Serial"? I. Am. Obsessed.

Jay did it.

 

[TeriofTerror]

Jay did it.

If he didn't, his role is at least greatly understated. And I'll bet you dollars to doughnuts he was cheating on Stephanie with Jenn. Hae found out and threatened to blow the whistle?

 

[TalkingHead]

Interesting that the lightbulb's post originally said "70 passenger motion simulator" before being edited to "motion simulator."

Anyone know the capacity of Twister? I would think it's more than 70.

I also am surprised if it has a motion element if the Jimmy Fallon rumors are true.

 

[TeriofTerror]

Link and Sell me on it.

It's a 12 episode story arc by Sarah K from "This American Life" regarding the 1999 murder of 18 year old Hae Min Lee of Baltimore, and the subsequent conviction of her 17 year old ex-boyfriend Adnan Syed of the crime. The prosecution's crappy case is exceeded only by the gawd-awfulness of the defense attorney's performance.

 

[TalkingHead]

I know I've mentioned this to Spirit before, but some of the Citywalk restaurant hours are a joke. We were there on a Saturday, left the park, and walked over to Cowfish to try it out.

Only Cowfish isn't open for lunch -- seems strange to say the least. It's right in the heart of Citywalk. People have to walk past it to get to either park. Emeril's was serving lunch; Red Oven Pizza was serving lunch. But Cowfish and Vivo (and Antojitos, further off the beaten path) were all closed for lunch.

Universal should press to have those other Citywalk places open for lunch. Especially on the weekend.

 

[ThemeParkJunkee]

I know I've mentioned this to Spirit before, but some of the Citywalk restaurant hours are a joke. We were there on a Saturday, left the park, and walked over to Cowfish to try it out.

Only Cowfish isn't open for lunch -- seems strange to say the least. It's right in the heart of Citywalk. People have to walk past it to get to either park. Emeril's was serving lunch; Red Oven Pizza was serving lunch. But Cowfish and Vivo (and Antojitos, further off the beaten path) were all closed for lunch.

Universal should press to have those other Citywalk places open for lunch. Especially on the weekend.

The exact same thing happened to me. I thought there must be a special event or something until I realized all three were closed. Never did get to try them over 4 days.

 

[BrerJon]

Idea for DHS,

Disney's Frozen Park - close all the rides and replace with Meet-n-Gropes with Elsa and the gang...

Pretty sure they tried that a couple of months back.

 

[BrerJon]

"An enormous amount of detail and creativity has gone into producing what will be one of the most exciting and immersive dark rides experiences in the industry," said Tom Iven, senior vice president of U.S. park operations for Six Flags.

BUT DISNEY HAS MAGIC BANDZZZZ!!!!111!!

 

[BrerJon]

My other observation of the day involves the Disney research cast member at the end of test track sitting there filling out a survey. Not interviewing guests but clearly faking the Data.

I've seen them do that. The other thing they really seem to do is try to look for specific people, e.g. families who look a bit clueless. I've never seen anyone on their own be asked a survey, or any couples, or college age people... it's always the first-timers who don't know any better and are full of the joys of WDW who they get the feedback to their loaded questions from.

 

[the.dreamfinder]

Is Catmull on his way out?
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/disney-animation-pixar-get-own-750038

Spoiler: Spoiler

Probably not due to the wage fixing scandal because Jim Morris ran ILM during the period when those agreements were drafted up.

 

[ford91exploder]

I've seen them do that. The other thing they really seem to do is try to look for specific people, e.g. families who look a bit clueless. I've never seen anyone on their own be asked a survey, or any couples, or college age people... it's always the first-timers who don't know any better and are full of the joys of WDW who they get the feedback to their loaded questions from.

Whenever DW and I visit the 'Disney Research' people make a beeline for us.

 

[fillerup]

I've seen them do that. The other thing they really seem to do is try to look for specific people, e.g. families who look a bit clueless. I've never seen anyone on their own be asked a survey, or any couples, or college age people... it's always the first-timers who don't know any better and are full of the joys of WDW who they get the feedback to their loaded questions from.

These might be your observations, but wife and I are usually surveyed 2 or 3 times a year on our dozens of visits. And that's with me having a look of indifference or possibly even a scowl on my face.

 

[the.dreamfinder]

Olaf puppet show at HKDL

 

[ford91exploder]

Is Catmull on his way out?
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/disney-animation-pixar-get-own-750038

Spoiler: Spoiler

Probably not due to the wage fixing scandal because Jim Morris ran ILM during the period when those agreements were drafted up.

Probably - TWDC has no use for creatives anymore, easier just to buy a 'name brand' milk it throw it away and buy another.

 

[Nubs70]

Did 74 go to the NASCAR race in Homestead any have yet to return?

 

[BrerJon]

These might be your observations, but wife and I are usually surveyed 2 or 3 times a year on our dozens of visits. And that's with me having a look of indifference or possibly even a scowl on my face.

OK maybe they do go for couples I guess. Certainly I've *never* seen them approach a single traveler though. When I've been in the parks on my own I always go right past them hoping I'll be asked, but they're completely disinterested.

I'm sure they just assume anyone on their own is a Cast Member, but it would be nice to be asked once in a while. I bet if I was pushing a stroller I'd be mobbed by them.

I do feel sorry for those Cast Members. It must be depressing to know your job is utterly worthless, and any data you gather is purely going to be twisted by accountants to justify closing attractions or other cuts which could mean other Cast Members lose their jobs because of it.