✨ Welcome to the VERY FIRST episode of The Magical Friends of Mayhem – a brand new miniseries within The Magic of Mayhem podcast where we sit down with Disney fans, creators, and friends who are spreading joy and chaos across the parks and beyond!

In this episode, Austin hangs out with the hilarious sibling duo Josh and Gina from the Bring Back the Magic podcast. We dive into:

• Their origin story and Disney upbringing
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• Why Disney isn't just for kids (and never has been)
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• Their infamous Grand Floridian bathrobe prank 🛁
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• DVC, Disney Cruises, and vacation hacks
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• The challenge coin movement to honor cast members 💫
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• The powerful sense of community in the Disney creator space
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You’ll laugh, you’ll cry (from laughing), and you’ll 100% feel like the third sibling in this Disney-loving fam.

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It's been 20 years since I last stepped into LEGOLAND—and this time, I brought my 1.5-year-old son Maverick for his very first rides. From Queen Watevra’s Carousel to Explorer River Quest and Deep Sea Adventure, this episode dives into how LEGOLAND surprisingly delivered a magical day for both toddler and tired parent alike.

We talk ride reactions, how Maverick became a Senior Explorer, why Granny’s Apple Fries didn’t live up to the hype, and why Castle Hill hit me right in the childhood. Plus, a real parenting moment with a bubble wand, and major props to LEGOLAND for their special needs accommodations—which honestly outshine Disney in this area.

Also shoutout to @jetsmidtown for letting me film their Jurassic Park-themed bar for my first real collab!

Come hang with me in this short but sweet recap full of laughs, nostalgia, and some honest mayhem.

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Welcome, foolish mortals… to the ultimate deep dive into one of the most iconic Disney rides of all time: The Haunted Mansion. In this episode of The Magic of Mayhem, Austin finally tackles a ride that’s haunted his heart since childhood—literally. From its eerie elegance to its Imagineering innovation, this isn’t just a walkthrough—it’s a séance of storytelling.

We uncover the decades-long struggle to bring the Haunted Mansion to life, from Walt Disney’s early 1951 vision to the ride’s grand opening in 1969. You’ll hear all about the creative tension between Claude Coats and Mark Davis, the legendary contributions of Rolly Crump and X. Atencio, and how a simple raven was originally meant to be the ride’s true ghost host.

Plus, Austin breaks down why the pristine exterior of the mansion is one of Walt’s smartest creative calls, gives props to Muppets Haunted Mansion (shoutout to Bring Back the Magic!), and shares personal memories—including the moment a ghost allegedly farted on him as a kid (yeah… that happened).

From Pepper’s Ghost illusions to Madame Leota’s real-life family legacy, the Hatbox Ghost’s wild return, and the Nightmare Before Christmas overlay that Disney World fans still can’t have—this is a full-on love letter to Haunted Mansion with a perfect mix of laughs, facts, and fan moments.

🎃 Would you become the 1000th ghost?

💀 Did the raven theory blow your mind?

👻 Were you also too scared to ride it as a kid?

Hit play, grab a Doom Buggy, and join us for a ghostly good time.

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