I talk to Dominique and Felicia, who co-hosted the “Down and Dapper” Disneyland Fall Dapper Day outing meetup with me. We give a recap of this epic weekend and share tips on how to survive your next Dapper Day. Follow Dominique on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/dominiquebrown/?hl=en Follow Black Girl Disney here: https://www.instagram.co…

I talk to Tiffie, a Disneyland annual passholder, vlogger, and cosplayer. We go in on everything from Disneyland locker culture, to cosplaying, to appropriation and beyond. Follow Tiffie on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/tiffiestarchild/?hl=en Check out her YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9aqnjvALeEiXxg9TLvRKVQ Th…

I talk to Frank, animator, filmmaker, and executive producer. We discuss his career in animation and his short film, Canvas. Check out Frank’s websites here: http://www.frankabney.com/ and here: https://www.thecanvasfilm.com/ See a list of his work here: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5752596/ Follow Frank on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/…

I talk to The Disney Hypebeast, a Disney vlogger and street style pro. We discuss his vlog, his favorite clothing brands and why the Disneygram is the perfect place for single guys. Follow Matt on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/thedisneyhypebeast/?hl=en Check out his YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFiITRZwGYzpkROv…

I talk to Mark, a long time Disney cast member and award winning host of several Disney Park shows and events including iNSIDE Disney Parks, The Disney Parks Blog live streams, and Star Wars Celebration live conventions. We discuss his many roles with the Walt Disney company, his comedy career and tackle everything Star Wars including our speculati…

I talk to Kelli, who hosts The Separate Cinema podcast. We discuss the Song of the South movie (with some spoilers), our reaction to the film and whether we think the movie should be re-released or remain in “The Disney Vault”. We then go off on a Disney+ tangent at 1:04:21. Follow Kelli on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/__.kelli.__/ Che…

I talk to Felicia, a third generation Disney lover and an avid Disneybounder. We discuss family, fashion, and diversity in the Disneybounding community. Follow Felicia on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/finfelicia/?hl=en Check out her YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTg0zXwOc7zxNsriV3J-4Pg Watch her Disney style vid…

I talk to Matthew, a Disney College Program Alum and actor in Public Works' Hercules. We discuss Public Works' mission and his experience in this historical production. Follow Matthew on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/matthewvazquez/?hl=en Follow him on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/matthew_vazquez Learn more about Public Works here:…

I talk to Courtney, a New York based blogger, vlogger, fashionista, and Queen of color. We discuss how she made the leap into full time blogging, her partnerships with Disney, and her vision for Color Me Magic, her Disney-focused instagram page. Follow Courtney on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/colormecourtney/ Follow her Color Me Magic …

I talk to Raquel, a Disney Parks Moms Panelist. We discuss the application process and what it’s like to be on the panel.Follow Raquel on instagram here:https://www.instagram.com/dmochatraveler/?hl=enCheck out her blog here: http://d-mochatraveler.com/Interested in applying to the Disney Parks Moms Panel? The search runs from September 5th-12th! Vi…

In this bonus episode I chat with my NY Disblerd homie Tasha about our D23 Expo experience. Tasha was one of the lucky few to have success during the reservation process and she still ended up camping out for panels. We give our tips and tidbits for planning an enjoyable D23 expo weekend, so take notes for 2021! Some of our favorite experiences inc…

I talk to Eryka, a Disneyland local and Disney POC advocate. We discuss how Disney is making strides to improve representation and what can be done to help push the needle forward. Follow Eryka on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/erykas_endless_magic/?hl=en The POC owned small business for this episode is The Rachelest Place on Earth. It i…

I talk to R Jay, a Disney legacy, Music Artist, and a cancer survivor. We discuss how Disney helped him gain the strength to be himself and find joy during his cancer journey. Follow RJay on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/_the_adventurous_rjay/?hl=en Check out his YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mzD-tVRnqY75L4b7W…

I talk to Alexa, a student at Xavier University in Louisiana and a Disney College Program Spring 2019 alumn. We discuss her experience in the DCP, her time as a WDW local, and her Disney vlog. Follow Alexa on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/photosbyalexa/?hl=en Check out her YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClT8yqTPR…

I talk to Jocelyn, an avid runDisney runner. We discuss her love for running, what sets runDisney races apart from other races and our favorite moments from runDisney events. Follow Jocelyn’s runDisney adventures on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/mom.running.thru.disney/?hl=en For more info on runDisney visit their website here: https://…

I talk to Amiyrah, a mom of three and award winning multimedia content creator. We discuss the Disney mom life and the Disney Moms of Color online community. Be sure to visit her website here: https://4hatsandfrugal.com/ and follow Amiyrah on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/amiyrahmartin_/?hl=en Follow her on Twitter here: https://twitter…

I talk to Diamond, a radio producer and host of Diamond Hearts Theme Parks on iHeart radio talk 1190. We discuss her radio show and how she became a motivational speaker of sorts for coaster averse individuals. Be sure to visit her website here: www.ridesoother.com and follow Diamond on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/diamondheartsthemepa…

I talk to Tryphena, who plays Queen Sarabi in The Lion King on Broadway. We discuss her experience playing this role for almost a decade as well as her self-published book and Fearless Friday series. Be sure to visit her website here: https://www.tryphenawade.com and follow Tryphena on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/tryphena_wade/?hl=en …

I talk to TIffany, a Disney enthusiast, Disneybounding pro, and Oz stan. We discuss everything from representation, to D23, to The Wizard of Oz. Be sure to follow Tiffany on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/followtheyellowbrickgirl/?hl=en The POC owned small business mentioned in this episode is Kido Chicago. It is a kid focused brand owne…

I talk to Morgan, a Disney college program alum, current Walt Disney World annual passholder, and self-proclaimed Marvel enthusiast. We discuss everything MCU and what we hope to see in Phase 4. Be sure to follow Morgan on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/modisneymagic/?hl=en The POC owned small business mentioned in this episode is Melani…

I talk to Eddie, a performer, animator and life long Disney fan. We discuss the importance of representation not only in the media but in mentorship as well. Be sure to follow Eddie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/tim3lesz_disney/?hl=en Here are the IMDb pages of the black animators mentioned in the episode: Floyd Norman: https://www.i…

I talk to Irv, a father of three and Walt Disney World local. He is a late comer to the park life but has definitely made up for lost time in the past three years. We discuss how visiting the parks helped intensify his Disney fandom and his favorite things to do in the parks with his children. Be sure to follow Irv on Instagram here: https://www.in…

I talk to Erika, the creator of the Disneybounders Unite! Facebook group. She is a life long Disney nerd and an OG Disneybounder. We discuss how she shares her Disney love and how she got started Disneybounding. Be sure to follow Erika on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/erikaenchanted/?hl=en Check out her blog Castle Cravings here: https:…

I talk to Patricie, a former cast member now Disneyland annual passholder and self proclaimed Disney fanatic. We discuss her experience as a mother of two children who happen to be on the autism spectrum and how Disney helps them bond. Be sure to follow Patricie on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/freshprinceofdisneyland/?hl=en The POC owned …

I talk to Domonique, a fashion designer and artist who loves to express herself through her Disneybounds. Be sure to follow Domonique on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/domdivadoesit/?hl=en The POC owned small business mentioned in this episode is Domonique’s society6 shop; Dom Diva Drew It. It is a place where she sells her artwork via prin…

I talk to Audrey, an avid Disneybounder and Disneyland regular who vlogs about her Disney obsession on Youtube. Be sure to follow Audrey on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/audreyleeyoung/?hl=en Also check out her YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89zohHAiKBs&feature=youtu.be More information on the Walt Disney World/Unive…

In this episode I talk to Carise, an expert on Disney vegan cuisine and beyond, co-owner of Attractioneering Trading Co., marketing expert and graphic designer. Be sure to follow Carise on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cariselynee/?hl=en and https://www.instagram.com/carisedesignco/?hl=en Also check out her website here: https://www.carise…

In this episode I talk to Nikky J, the author of The Solo Theme Park Traveler’s Guide. In addition to being a pharmacist, she’s a blogger at https://www.themeparkhipster.com/ and a podcast host on the Theme Park Hipster show. Be sure to follow Nikky on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/themeparkhipster/?hl=en Also check out her YouTube channel…

It's my baby girl's birthday so I decided to release this bonus episode of some "practice" interviews we've done together. We talk about her experience at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique in Magic Kingdom and running for Beignets at the Beignet Dash at the Port Orleans Resort. Don’t forget to check out my website at http://afrosandpixiedust.com connect…

In this episode I talk to Anna, a fellow nurse and an avid Dapper Disneybounder. We discuss her experience as a Disnurse, her time spent as a Florida local and Dapper fashion. Be sure to follow Anna on Instagram at https://instagram.com/annalapooh?igshid=12xgw8whawl3h Follow her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/annalapooh/ Also check out her…

In this episode I talk to Britt and Leo, the owners of Main Street Press, a Disney-inspired apparel company and print shop located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. They discuss how they got started and what they’ve learned long the way. Be sure to follow Britt on Instagram at https://instagram.com/brittalecia?utm_source=ig_profile_share&igshid=fvqla11i…

In this episode I talk to another Disney bestie of mine, Ashley. She explains what being a brand rep for Disney inspired small businesses is all about and how she got started. Be sure to follow her on Instagram at https://instagram.com/the.pixie.gypsy?utm_source=ig_profile_share&igshid=1anu0opskus0k Also check out her blog here: https://apatton012.…

I have a chat with Dominique, co-creator of @blackgirldisney which is an Instagram account that is dedicated to sharing the Disney magic that is throughout the black community. We talk about representation and what we can do to improve it. She’s hosting a meet up on April 28th at 2PM at Disneyland in Anaheim, California. Be sure to check out the @b…

In my very first episode I interview my Disney bestie Adriana on how to save money at Disney World. Check out her Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/bibbidibobbidi_broke/ Also be sure to check out the minority owned business of the week: www.messinabottle.com Don’t forget to check out my website at www.afrosandpixiedust.com , connect with …

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