Best Standby Line Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 105: We're Gonna Reach For The Stars Tonight 32:50

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Standby's Line Epic Universe era has officially begun! To start it off, the park's interstellar hub, Celestial Park! Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @chipstercreates.bsky.social on Bluesky Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Patreon: patreon.com/standbylinepodcast Email: standbylinepo…

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Storm Season Survival: 7 Essentials Every Michigan Home Should Have (Before the Next Blackout Leaves You in the Dark) 17:11

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Michigan's 2025 storm season has already shattered records—29 confirmed tornadoes by June, devastating ice storms, and power outages that left thousands without electricity for days. Your neighbor's emergency kit might include flashlights and canned food, but is that enough when the next storm hits Southeast Michigan? Michigan ranks among the top U…

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Episode 104: I'm Seeing Double Here! Four Standby Lines! 1:02:34

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Standby Line has reached its fourth anniversary! And as always, please our annual Ticket Booth Spider-Man episode! Originally published as "Ticket Booth 37: I Like To Talk To Myself". Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @chipstercreates.bsky.social on Bluesky Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinep…

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Episode 103: EXTREME CLOSE-UP! 23:49

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Tim and AJ talk about Grizzly River Run, needless injection of entirely made-up Native American folklore, and how there was no saving Voyager. Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @chipstercreates.bsky.social on Bluesky Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Patreon: patreon.com/standbylinepo…

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Why Southeast Michigan Has So Many Power Outages (And How a Standby Generator Can Be Your Last Line of Defense) 9:22

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The lights flicker. Then they die. Again. If you're reading this, you know exactly what I'm talking about. Southeast Michigan homeowners face power outages more frequently than almost anywhere else in the country—and it's not getting better. You know that gut-punch moment when the CPAP machine goes silent in the middle of the night. The creeping co…

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Episode 102: How To Sell Your Soul In A Buyer's Market 32:51

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For the June Viewer Poll, Tim and AJ talk about Revenge of the Mummy, and determine if souls are priced as a set commodity, or market value. Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @chipstercreates.bsky.social on Bluesky Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Patreon: patreon.com/standbylinepodc…

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Episode 101: Jack-Jack Attack 28:44

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Tim and AJ talk about Incredicoaster, and how it has the most unnecessarily complicated Single Rider line they've ever seen. Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Patreon: patreon.com/standbylinepo…

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When the Lights Go Out in Michigan: Your Step-by-Step Survival Guide for Extended Power Outages 18:18

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It’s 2 AM on a January night in Michigan. The ice storm that weather forecasters warned about has arrived with a vengeance. You hear the unmistakable CRACK of a tree branch snapping under the weight of ice, then… silence. Your house goes black. Your heat stops. Your medical devices power down. And you realize—this isn’t a 30-minute inconvenience. T…

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Episode 100: Spins A Web, Any Size (With Muses of Mythology!) 1:46:43

3M ago1:46:43

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For our 100th episode, we're once again joined by Muses of Mythology to talk about what was our first Disneyland ride, Web Slingers: A Spider-Man Adventure! Our latest appearance on Gaming Theater Presents: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s-3-e-23-epic-crossover-events-in-storytelling/id1611192673?i=1000711787424 More of Muses of Mythology ca…

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Episode 99: There's A Whole Lot Of Rhythm Going 'Round 44:43

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Tim and AJ start their look at Avengers Campus with the ride that predates the land itself, Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: Breakout! (Yes, that is how it's officially written.) Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod Instagram: instagram.c…

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How to Prepare Your Southeast Michigan Home for Summer Storms 15:05

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When dark clouds gather over Southeast Michigan, they bring more than rain—they bring the threat of devastating power outages that can turn your safe haven into a dangerous liability. With our aging power infrastructure and increasingly severe weather, being prepared isn’t just smart—it’s essential for protecting your family and property. For many …

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Episode 98: Not The Elephants! 47:55

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For the April Viewer Poll, Tim and AJ take a trip over to Krustyland to see if they really sold out of Bort license plates on The Simpsons Ride! Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Patreon: patre…

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Episode 97: Everybody Comes To Dok's 58:06

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For the annual Star Wars episode, Tim and AJ take a look at the Galaxy's Edge mini-series, and where Dok Ondar got all his wonderful toys. Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Patreon: patreon.com…

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Episode 96: Tractor Tippin's Fun 32:10

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Well, you knew this was coming sooner or later. Cars Land shall finally have its day. Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Patreon: patreon.com/standbylinepodcast Email: [email protected]…

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Episode 95: Shave And A Haircut... 29:44

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Tim and AJ talk about Toontown, Roger Rabbit's Car-Toon Spin, and why using a damsel in distress in your creative works is good, actually. Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Patreon: patreon.com…

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Episode 94: Spared No Expense 31:31

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For the February Viewer Poll, Tim and AJ talk about Jurassic World, but mostly AJ's beef with certain unnamed directors. Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Patreon: patreon.com/standbylinepodcas…

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Episode 93: The Beast Of Hollow Mountain 30:53

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Tim and AJ dive into the history of Matterhorn Bobsleds! Disneyland's original coaster may be a bit long in the tooth, but there's life in it yet! Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Patreon: pat…

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Episode 92: And What IS The Honest Way? 23:59

7M ago23:59

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Is there even a point to trying to be pithy for this one? It's Mr. Toad's Wild Ride. We both know what you want to hear about. Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Patreon: patreon.com/standbyline…

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Episode 91: Can't Take My Eyes Off You 32:52

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Tim and AJ set their sights on their most anticipated ride from their Californian expedition: Indiana Jones and the Temple of the Forbidden Eye! Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Patreon: patre…

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Episode 90: Tier List 5: Hollywood & Dine 51:39

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The time has come once again for our annual dining tier list! This year, we're at Hollywood Studios, and examining how it got an... Unfortunate reputation. Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Pat…

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Episode 89: You'll Buy Candy Bars 28:03

8M ago28:03

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Tim and AJ (Reluctantly) fulfill their charitable obligation by talking about Jimmy Neutron's Nicktoon Blast, and the ride they'd much rather be talking about. Tim and AJ on Mysteries in the Machine: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghost-of-the-red-baron-feat-standby-line/id1734728317?i=1000682278021 Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbur…

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Episode 88: I Think I'm A Clone Now 36:48

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For the final episode of 2024, Tim and AJ talk about attractions with versions on both coasts to see which is the definitive! Happy New Year! Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Patreon: patreon.…

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Episode 87: What's This? (With Through The Mists!) 34:32

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Joined by their friend Owen, Tim and AJ finally talk about their most shameful theme park blind spot: Haunted Mansion Holiday. The big takeaway? Christmas starts a little too early every year. Groundbreaking realization, we know. More of Owen's content can be found at https://linktr.ee/through_mist! Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art…

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Episode 86: We're Going to Go Back There, Someday 30:55

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Well, it's the worst case scenario: Muppet*Vision 3D is closing to make room for the Monsters Inc. expansion to Disney's Hollywood Studios. Such terrible, Muppet-related news seemed important enough for Tim and AJ to take a small detour from the thing they didn't want to do to tell how the Muppets can still win! Can YOU picture that? Editor's Note:…

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Episode 85: Rainbow Galleria 43:17

10M ago43:17

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For the October Viewer Poll, Tim prepares for his imminent Toad-related cancellation, and AJ clicks his mouse like he's talking about Europa Universalis instead of Mario Kart. Editor's Note: For the first time since Episode 42, AJ is responsible for the editing of this episode. The timing of this is not lost on him. Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Sa…

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Episode 84: I'm Terrified Beyond The Capacity For Rational Thought 46:29

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Tim attended his first Halloween Horror Nights! Stay tuned for why there won't be a second. Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Patreon: patreon.com/standbylinepodcast Email: standbylinepodcast@g…

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Episode 83: Cause I'm The Boogeyman (With Muses of Mythology!) 1:20:22

11M ago1:20:22

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Tim and AJ, joined by longtime friend and guest Darien Smartt (She/they), attended their very first Oogie Boogie Bash! Is the grass truly greener on the other side of the country? More of Muses of Mythology can be found at twitter.com/MusesOfMyth and instagram.com/musesofmyth/ Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitt…

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Ep. 79 - Katie's September 2024 WDW Trip Report 1:18:03

11M ago1:18:03

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Katie recaps her recent visit to Walt Disney World.

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Episode 82: It's Terror Time Again 36:56

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Tim and AJ begin the spooky season by returning to the comic series Dark Ride for its final act! Editor's Note: Spoilers for Dark Ride #9-12 Editor's Note: This episode contains descriptions of mutilation, blood, violence, and death. Listener discretion is advised. Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook:…

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Ep. 78 - Katie's September 2024 Pre-Trip Report 10:16

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Katie discusses the details for her trip before she left!

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Episode 81: Have A Wish Or Two Or Three 28:48

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Tim and AJ talk about the fireworks show Wishes, and its lasting legacy on Disney nighttime entertainment. Editor's Note: Tim claimed there were good views of the Magic Kingdom Fireworks from World Showcase Lagoon. Obviously, he meant to say Seven Seas Lagoon. Those responsible have been sacked. Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by …

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Episode 80: One Step Forward, Two Steps Back (With Charlie Mack!) 1:18:06

12M ago1:18:06

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Tim and AJ are joined by Charlie of Many Pods (they/them) to discuss the D23 parks panel, and the many weird and wild announcements that came with it. Charlie's Many Pods: https://linktr.ee/greenpixie12 Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod …

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Ep. 77 - Tron goes to Standby Queue, New Villains Show at Hollywood Studios 45:15

1y ago45:15

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Topics of Discussion: CommunicCore Hall is a fail Tron goes to Standby Queue New Villains Show at Hollywood Studios After Hours Event debate

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Ep. 76 - EPCOT Food & Wine Begins, 2025 After Hours event dates 45:31

1y ago45:31

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Topics of discussion: EPCOT Food & Wine Begins 2025 After Hours event dates Island Tower at the Polynesian Villas, more details revealed.

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Episode 79: Enter Freely And Of Your Own Will (With Drew Meeker!) 57:16

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For the June Viewer Poll, Tim and AJ are joined by Tim's friend Drew to talk about the teases for Universal's Epic Universe! Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Patreon: patreon.com/standbylinepo…

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Ep. 75 -D23 Announcements: Villains Land, Cars Land coming to Magic Kingdom 1:18:06

1y ago1:18:06

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This episode is all about the 2024 D23 announcements.

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Episode 78: Three Is A Magic Number 1:39:55

1y ago1:39:55

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Standby Line is now three years old! And to celebrate, Tim and AJ present: "Ticket Booth Episode 30: Heel The World"! Gaming Theater Presents: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s-3-e-4-a-brief-history-of-point-click-adventure-games/id1611192673?i=1000664104791 Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: …

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Ep. 74 - D23 Predictions 58:15

1y ago58:15

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Matt & Katie predict what will be announced at the 2024 D23 Disney Experiences Panel.

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Episode 77: Lucy, I'm Home! 35:57

1y ago35:57

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Due to a scheduling change, Tim and AJ talk about the recent introduction of the Hatbox Ghost into the Magic Kingdom version of The Haunted Mansion, and Disney's different approach to the Mansions on both coasts. Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/Stand…

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Episode 76: Going Down The Bayou 47:38

1y ago47:38

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After over four years of waiting, Tiana's Bayou Adventure has finally arrived! More amazingly, after nearly three years of waiting, Tim and AJ talk about a new attraction in a timely manner! Spoilers for Tiana's Bayou Adventure These Vast New Realities: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2373314.rss AJ's new book (Politics, Propaganda, and Pop Culture: C…

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Episode 75: We Actually Encourage Failure 48:12

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After years of anticipation, Tim and AJ finally tackle the challenge that is Disney's America, and how the narrative surrounding it takes on a very deterministic mindset. Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod Instagram: instagram.com/standby…

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Ep. 73 - Major Genie+ Updates! Book before your trip! 40:41

1y ago40:41

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Topics of Discussion: Major Changes to Genie+. You can now book up to 7 days in advance as a Disney Resort guest. Christmas Events Announced at Disney World

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Ep. 72 - Fourth of July at Disney World, Test Track Closed 22:56

1y ago22:56

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Topics of Discussion: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Sticks to Virtual Queue Despite Test Track Closure 4th of July at Disney World Closing Date Set For Magic Kingdom's Frontierland Shootin' Arcade Disney Springs Jewelry Store Closes, Makes Way for 'Disney Ever After'

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Episode 74: A Few Surprise Tests 36:33

1y ago36:33

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As Test Track has begun its refurbishment into whatever its new form may be, Tim and AJ look back on the two very different tests the ride has given through its life! With a special appearance from AJ's brother Drew! Editor's Note: The editor has done his best to cut it out as much as possible, but during the recording of this episode, AJ's dog Leo…

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Ep. 71 - Communicore Hall & Plaza are open, Encanto Show, Festival Favorites, Mickey & Friends 38:08

1y ago38:08

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Topics of Discussion: Matt's thoughts on Communicore Hall & Plaza Small update for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Country Bear Jamboree openin The Little Mermaid - A Musical Adventure details Revamped Dining Room Unveiled at EPCOT's San Angel Inn Restaurante

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Ep. 70 - Tiana's Full Ridethrough, Insane Prices for Polynesian Island Tower, Worst Lines at Disney 55:23

1+ y ago55:23

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Topics of Discussion: Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Full Ride Through Island Tower of Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows Prices and Video Worst Lines at Disney World

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Episode 73: But They Live Underwater 37:31

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Tim and AJ explore The Living Sea's place as the red-headed stepchild of Epcot pavilions, and how even Pixar can't really solve the problem. Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Patreon: patreon.c…

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Ep. 69 - Disney's Dreams That Soar Debuts 30:51

1+ y ago30:51

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Topics of Discussion: Richard Sherman Disney's Dreams that Soar Festival Favorites, new dining at EPCOT Tiana's Bayou Adventure

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Episode 72: It's A Perfectly Legitimate Business 37:00

1+ y ago37:00

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For the April Viewer Poll, Tim and AJ discuss Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run, and the 100% legal hiring processes of Hondo Ohnaka. Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ Salisbury Cover art by @roboptera on Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/Standby-Line Twitter: twitter.com/StandbyLinePod Instagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcast Patreon: patreon.com/stan…

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Ep. 68 - Tiana's Bayou Adventure Opening Date, Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party 49:39

1+ y ago49:39

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Topics of Discussion: Tiana's Bayou Adventure Opening Date Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party The Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows