Five Minute Magic

Episode #59 - Magic Carpets of Aladdin

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 10:23:10 -0500

The Magic Carpets are really fun! But will they receive a high score? Cause seriously, we're just tryin' to get to Pirates.

Episode #58 - Toontown Fair

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Sat, 5 Feb 2011 10:19:10 -0500

Bye, Toontown! We hardly knew ye.

Episode #57 - Metro Retro #10: BabyCakesNYC Downtown Disney

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 13:44:24 -0500

We have a special guest: the general manager of BabyCakesNYC in Downtown Disney! I don't know how we scored this interview.

Episode #56 - Top 5 #7:Park Only Characters

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Sat, 1 Jan 2011 23:08:31 -0500

YAY! Hope you enjoy our Top 5 episode on the characters you'll only find in Disney Parks. We have a thing for Tomorrowland, apparently.

Episode #55 - Coronado Springs

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 23:13:08 -0400

We've all stayed at the same resort! Finally! This time, it's Coronado Springs. On the meal plan? Enjoy the goodness of the Pepper Market.

Yes, "Part Time Lover" was in our heads during this review.

Episode #54 - Top Five #6: Ways to Make Daily Magic

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 22:47:25 -0400

We're sorry, okay? We're SORRY. We're back, and we have a top five episode for the ages. It's the top five ways to make Disney a part of your daily life. Enjoy. It's been months in the making.

Episode #53 - Polynesian

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 13:28:36 -0400

Aloha! Today we are discussing the Polynesian hotel. It's so nice, but is the price? We can barely afford this podcast, we're going to be able to stay here? I don't think so.

Episode #52 - Tomorrowland Speedway

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 10:05:54 -0400

VROOOM VROOOM VROOOM

It's the Tomorrowland Speedway! It's really loud, and its target demographic can't ride it, but will the Speedway avoid the worst score in FMM history?

VROOOM VROOOM VROOOM

Episode #51 - Metro Retro #9: Captain EO Returns

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 23:03:13 -0400

Captain EO has returned to our galaxy. Will the FMM crew welcome him with open arms and tentacles? Find out!

Episode #50 - Carousel of Progress

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 17:24:11 -0400

It's finally here! This is our 50th episode, and I say we don't look a day over 49. Speaking of getting older, we review the Carousel of Progress on this episode. SQUAWK PROGRESS!

Episode #49 - Top 5 #5: Top Five Countries

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:03:39 -0400

It's our Top 5 countries of World Showcase episode! I hope you enjoy our choices. We're one episode away from #50! (Anyone have ideas of what we can do?)

Episode #48 - Snow White's Scary Adventures

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 22:05:22 -0400

Controversy rocks Five Minute Magic! What does Scott have against Snow White?

Episode #47 - Top 5 #4: Things to do on Main Street

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Sun, 6 Jun 2010 17:17:57 -0400

Enjoy our top five things to do on Main Street! (We cheated a little).

Episode #46 - Peter Pan's Flight

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Wed, 2 Jun 2010 23:27:45 -0400

Scott goes ROGUE in this episode! Peter Pan is a classic, and a Scott-and-Em-Fave, but Melissa's just not that into it. Will it get past the dreaded 6?

Episode #45 - Top 5 #3: Queues

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Tue, 25 May 2010 21:44:18 -0400

The top five queues of Disney World as voted on by your favorite Five Minute Magic crew. Disagree? Agree? Think we're crazy???? email podcast@fiveminutemagic.com with your comments and other candidates.

Episode #44 - One Man's Dream

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Mon, 17 May 2010 22:42:16 -0400

Walt's dream must have included three Disney geeks talking about his attraction in five minutes, right? I think so. One Man's dream is overlooked by almost everyone. Don't be almost everyone! Check it out. It's in Hollywood Studios. Stop there after you get your Toy Story Mania fastpasses.

Episode #43 - Metro Retro #8: The Art of Animation Hotel

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Thu, 13 May 2010 23:09:47 -0400

A new hotel! We think it is going where the Pop Century Legendary Years could have gone, but we're not quite sure (pretty sure, though!). The name is a mouthful. Let's hope they only put "Animation" on the buses and not "Animation/Pop."

Episode #42 - Metro Retro #7: Queue or Not?

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Sun, 9 May 2010 20:39:45 -0400

Where does the queue end and the ride begin? This only becomes a debate when you are making a top 5 list of queues in Disney World (which happens more than you can imagine!).

Episode #41 - Metro Retro #6: Annual Pass Benefits

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Sat, 8 May 2010 16:38:57 -0400

In this episode, we discuss the benefits (and possible downfalls) of owning an annual pass to Walt Disney World. Spoiler alert: we love annual passes.

Episode #40 - The American Adventure

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Mon, 3 May 2010 22:35:37 -0400

America, spread your golden wings. It's hard not to not like this show, Johnny Reb. I'm just happy we're all here, alive, together, to enjoy this podcast. Good thing there's no impending cannonball doom.

Episode #39 - The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 20:24:06 -0400

We love "The Twilight Zone," we love random drop sequences - hel-lo! Therefore, we have to love the Tower of Terror - right? Will it make it to the coveted 10 score - or beyond? Find out on this exciting episode of Five Minute Magic!

Episode #38 - Metro Retro #5: Disney Acquires Marvel

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 22:02:18 -0400

We're not TOTALLY into the whole Disney acquire Marvel thing, but maybe that's because we don't completely understand it. Emily and Scott seem to think that Disney should start creating some more original characters. What do you think?

PS
You can hear my phone going off at 2:38. Listen for it!

Episode #37 - The Jungle Cruise

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 23:15:50 -0400

Well, it took four tries, but we finally recorded an entire "Jungle Cruise" episode! We were definitely a bunch of punchy skippers by the time we finished this one.

Episode #36 - Ellen's Energy Adventure

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Wed, 7 Apr 2010 15:35:52 -0400

Ellen's Energy Adventure features a star-studded cast and dinosaurs. I find it ironic that this ride is about energy, and it causes people to fall asleep.

Episode #35 - Metro Retro #4 - Premier Passport

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Wed, 7 Apr 2010 14:54:35 -0400

Disney's new annual pass is finally here. It's called the Premier Passport, and it's completely worth it because it's hard plastic. This turns into a discussion about plastic vs. paper, and it's clear what the FMM crew thinks should win.

Episode #34 - The Seas with Nemo and Friends

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 15:05:20 -0400

Clamtastic! We get to review The Seas with Nemo and Friends this week. WARNING: Scott may sing in this episode.

Episode #33 - Metro Retro #3: Cantina de San Angel

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 07:36:48 -0400

Melissa's first Metro Retro is about the New Mexico restaurant expansion. Oh wait, that's new Mexico, not New Mexico.

Episode #32 - Top Five #2: Smells

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 23:14:52 -0400

The FMM crew lists their top five SMELLS in Disney World! This one was Melissa's choice - duh.

Episode #31 - Metro Retro #2: Flower Power Concert Series

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Thu, 4 Mar 2010 00:01:05 -0500

Our second Metro Retro! This one's all about the Flower Power concert series (but mostly Davy Jones). Oh, and when Scott says "Ricky Nelson," he REALLY means "Ricky Nelson Remembered."

Episode #30 - Top Five #1: Narration

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 11:21:34 -0500

It's our first TOP FIVE episode! Listen to us try to list our top 5 narrations in Disney World.

Episode #29 - Barnstormer

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:33:18 -0500

Scott and Emily take on the Barnstormer! It's so Barnstormy, it's going to survive the Princess takeover of Mickey's Toontown Fair next year. But will it survive being reviewed by the FMM crew?

Episode #28 - Primeval Whirl

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:23:47 -0500

Spin-spinnery is the name of the game on Primeval Whirl! Oh, and deceptive lines and strange pictures of scientists. Melissa is back for a traditional FMM episode. Yay!

Episode #27 - Metro Retro #1: Summer Nightastic!

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:48:17 -0500

It's just Scott and Emily this week for a Metro Retro News Roundup. Yeeeeeha! Our topic is the Summer Nightastic thing that's coming our way this summer. Make no mistake: Em's excited about the new/old parade.

Episode #26 - Monsters Inc Laugh Floor Comedy Club

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:12:07 -0500

Hel-lo humans! Monsters Inc. is one of those hit-or-miss attractions that you can hit several times in a TRIP and love it each time or dislike it each time, depending on the stars and audience members. Or you can be continually disappointed by not being chosen to be "That Guy," the churro guy, or the dancing guy.

Episode #25 - Living with the Land

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 15:02:15 -0500

We made it to episode 25 - and barely! We had some technical difficulties recording, but talking about Living with the Land made it all worth it. Get rid of the aquaculture already, Disney.

Episode #24 - Boma

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 20:48:19 -0500

B - O - M - A, B - O - M - A, Boma! This is Emily's favorite restaurant in Disney World. Nestled on the ground floor of the Animal Kingdom Lodge, this buffet restaurant is a treat for vegans and non-vegans alike. Does anyone read these? If so, leave us a message at 1-202-Mickey3. Tell us how much you like the show!

Episode #23 - The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 20:10:05 -0500

Last year, I got to meet Winnie Cooper at a teachers' conference in Manhattan. With that in mind, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh provides me with the second most thrilling encounter with a Winnie I've ever had. Be a very wary bear.

Episode #22 - Mad Tea Party

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Wed, 9 Dec 2009 23:28:25 -0500

This was a tough one for me to get through. It's certainly our "maddest" episode yet. This ride induced giggling while we were just TALKING about it.

Episode #21 - Star Tours

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Sun, 6 Dec 2009 15:21:45 -0500

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away...

Two non-Star Wars fans and one somewhat of a Star Wars fan reviewed "a screen in a room that shakes." Can one man save this ride from losing its Fource? (by which I mean getting less than a score of four). Yes - and his name is Pee Wee.

Episode #20 - Pirates of the Caribbean

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:37:39 -0500

It's our 20th episode extravaganza! In it we discuss all things piratey - including the smell (surprise, surprise). Stay tuned for outtakes like our failed attempt at the famed Metro Retro News Roundup.

Episode #19 - The Great Movie Ride

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Sat, 7 Nov 2009 21:57:03 -0500

One day, our signatures will be amongst those placed outside The Great Movie Ride. But for now, we'll just talk about the ride for five minutes. That's kind of our thing.

Episode #18 - Expedition Everest

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 09:30:22 -0400

This week the FMM crew takes on the Yeti! Find who wins in a thrilling 5 minute matchup. Emily's scared and nauseous, Melissa's not too thrilled, and Scott loves that temple.

Episode #17 - Mickey's Philharmagic

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 10:20:57 -0400

On today's episode, we focus on Donald's...I mean Mickey's Philharmagic. Emily digs Disney's terminology, Scott's heartstrings are tugged, and Melissa likes yet another smell.

Episode #16 - Soarin'

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 21:36:58 -0400

Soarin' and bad real estate deals suffer from the same three problems: location, location, and location of fast passes. Scott gets excited about senses, Melissa loves smells (big surprise), and Emily ALMOST gives a point to David Puddy.

Episode #15 - MuppetVision 3D

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 12:09:42 -0400

Has anyone out there seen a Bunny? Why there's nothing up there but a Bunny...a BUNNY! This attraction may be old but it still brings the laughs. Emily finds it quotable, Scott LOVES a key, and Melissa still has no voice.

Episode #14 - Gran Fiesta Tour

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 15:52:23 -0400

The Five Minute Magic crew searches for a musical duck in this episode. We learn that cliff-diving and Pinata Donald are the heart and soul of Mexico, alcoholic drinks may (or may not be) carried aboard, and the fiesta finale isn't so gran. As a special bonus for this episode, Melissa has no voice. Ha, I kid.

Episode #13 - The Haunted Mansion

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Mon, 25 May 2009 08:58:09 -0400

A Memorial Day surprise! It's episode #13 of the Haunted Mansion - and it's a scream! You can always tell your friends where you were when the Five Minute Magic crew went beyond 10.

Episode #12 - Spaceship Earth

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Sun, 8 Mar 2009 23:00:13 -0400

I got rid of the intro for this one! Let's just get to the Disney. Today, we tackle Spaceship Earth: Scott wants to make it more comfortable, Melissa can't understand why we leave earth to go back in time, and Emily hates on Steve Jobs.

Episode #11 - Kali River Rapids

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 17:13:55 -0500

We head back into Animal Kingdom to review Kali River Rapids. On this show, Melissa says it's not hot that often in Florida, Scott doesn't like OR trust the thing that protects your stuff, and Emily is a scaredy-cat.

Episode #10 - Toy Story Mania

fiveminutemagic@gmail.com (Scott Morgan) — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 10:30:07 -0500

What will the FMM trio give the relatively new carnival-game-based ride in Hollywood Studios? Scott bases everything on what the kids around him think, Melissa hates the people who tear wallpaper, and Emily is just a little dizzy.