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July 2007

Genetically Modified Food at Epcot?

A follow up to the my comments on the Inhabitat article about Epcot. There’s a meme spreading through the blogosphere that Disney is growing Genetically Modified food in the greenhouses at ‘The Land’ pavilion. This might be a concern to some, since a big part of the pavilion is that the food grown there is… Read More »Genetically Modified Food at Epcot?

The Little Mermaid sets sail in Denver

So, The Little Mermaid opened its workshop run in Denver last night. Since many changes are expected as the show develops, critics aren’t allowed to review the show until late August. But that doesn’t mean the regular paying guest can’t contribute their opinions. Reviews from the paying crowd are mixed, but generally positive considering this… Read More »The Little Mermaid sets sail in Denver

NASCAR Cup racing returns to ESPN and ABC

After a 6 year absence, ESPN and ABC return to broadcasting the NASCAR Cup level races starting with the Brickyard 400 this weekend. ABC/ESPN is broadcasting the next 17 races with the first six on ESPN. The final 11 will be on ABC with one network airing the entire Chase for the championship for the… Read More »NASCAR Cup racing returns to ESPN and ABC

Disney Readies Cologne for Young Boys

Dave over at DaddyDaze ponders the need for Disney movie themed cologne aimed at young boys. Some sample odors include Pirates Of the Caribbean, Cars, or Buzz Lightyear. I remember getting my first bottle of cologne as a right of passage when I went on my first real date in high school. By the time… Read More »Disney Readies Cologne for Young Boys

Inhabitat Epcot review

One of my favorite blogs for the last few years has been Inhabitat.  They usually talk about home living, the environment, and what’s coming around the corner. These topics segue nicely with one of my other pleasures, Epcot and Walt Disney’s vision of the future. So I was doubly pleased when today Inhabitat posted a… Read More »Inhabitat Epcot review

Another Dispatch from Disney’s

The AFISA-HAA Blog has posted another ‘Dispatch from Disney’s‘ flyer from 1943. Among the many notable articles in these scans is a great piece by Oliver Wallace on "How I wrote Der Fuehrer’s Face". Not only is it a little bit of Disney history, it’s a great insight into the creative process. Here’s my transcription… Read More »Another Dispatch from Disney’s

High School Musical 2 Premiere Event August 14th at Disneyland Downtown Disney

See updates: Premiere Event Wrapup; or all High School Musical posts on TDB. Also, shop for Exclusive Disney World High School Musical Pep Rally Merchandise Disney’s High School Musical 2 World Premiere Set For Downtown Disney at Disneyland Resort on Tuesday, August 14 The biggest splash of the summer, the world premiere of Disney Channel’s… Read More »High School Musical 2 Premiere Event August 14th at Disneyland Downtown Disney

Morning Roundup – July 26th

It continues to be an exciting time at Walt Disney World with a slew of changes and construction slated for the rest of this year. The Disney Enquirer has a roundup of some of the rumors, including signs of new scenes at the Magic Kingdom’s Haunted Mansion (the Hogwarts-esque stairs to the left will replace… Read More »Morning Roundup – July 26th