Hey Everyone!

On today’s episode of Boardwalk Talk, we play catch-up with some of the Disney content you may have missed since the last show. Before watching today’s episode, check out the charity live-stream we did on YouTube!

First, we begin our discussion with our thoughts on Disney+’s star child: The Mandalorian. Recent episodes have started to tie more directly to the Star Wars mythos, and we offer our thoughts on the story thus far. If you’re looking for a more detailed discussion from the perspective of Star Wars fans, check out the This is the Waycast podcast from Boardwalk Times!

After this, we direct our discussion to the additional lay-offs seen at The Walt Disney Company. Despite the company’s justifications, we criticize the decision to leave castmembers without pay during one of the nation's worst economic collapses. The pandemic has made our way of life more difficult, and for cast members that depend on the job for income, Disney’s decision to maintain executive pay while eliminating smaller positions is unforgivable.

Then, we spend a bit of discussing a recent EPCOT “press conference” straight from Disney. The construction has taken a hit, and the promised changes have been curtailed, but the information shared still offers a good look at what’s to come.

Finally, we give our regards to retiring Imagineer Joe Rhode. After 40 years with the company, Joe has decided to use this reprieve as a way to leave his position. Though this information is disappointing to some, his talents are undeniable, and the legacy he leaves behind is unrivaled. We wish him luck in his future endeavors.

Thanks for listening, and have a magical day!!