AUTHOR: Charles Boda



Disney Springs Saw Its First Day of American Idol Auditions

American Idol is celebrating its new ABC home by holding auditions for its returning season in Disney Springs, and yesterday was the first day for fans and hopefuls to display their vocal talents. Long lines of prospective contestants gathered in the sweltering Florida heat, joined by some Idol alumni who were there to share their Disney Springs Saw Its First Day of American Idol Auditions

SeaWorld Euthanizes Aging Killer Whale

One of SeaWorld’s last surviving killer whales to come from the wild, 42-year-old Kasatka died on Tuesday, August 15th. This makes the third orca death for SeaWorld this year, after the July death of a 3-month-old calf and the January passing of the controversial documentary Blackfish‘s subject Tilikum. Kasatka spent years suffering from lung disease, SeaWorld Euthanizes Aging Killer Whale

‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Producer Shonda Rhimes Moves from ABC to Netflix

As the schism between Disney and Netflix widens, the biggest name in streaming services just brought a major content producer to their side. Shonda Rhimes, creator of numerous successful television shows for Disney-owned ABC, has just signed an exclusive multi-year deal with Netflix. This news follows the announcement that Disney would be pulling their content ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Producer Shonda Rhimes Moves from ABC to Netflix

3 Disney Springs Eateries Add New Food and Beverage Offers

New food and beverage offers have made their way to the menus of three Disney Springs quick-service locations: AristoCrepes, B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co., and The Daily Poutine. You can purchase an entree and one alcoholic beverage at any of the three eateries for $13.99. The price for an entree and a non-alcoholic beverage is $11.99 at 3 Disney Springs Eateries Add New Food and Beverage Offers

SeaWorld Works with Others to Rescue and Release Pilot Whale

Thanks to a collaboration between SeaWorld Orlando and multiple organizations, a beached female short-finned pilot whale has been treated and released back into the ocean. Beach goers found the 725 pound member of the dolphin family stranded ashore in Dixie County, Florida on July 1st. She was quickly transported to SeaWorld Orlando for care, thanks SeaWorld Works with Others to Rescue and Release Pilot Whale

Disney’s 2nd Quarter Report: Earnings Above Expectations, Revenue Below

Disney reported impressive earnings for 2017’s second quarter today, but their revenue left something to be desired. Disney also made some announcements as to their future entertainment strategy. Wall Street expectations were lower than Disney’s reported earnings, with their adjusted EPS at $1.58 instead of the expected $1.55. When it came to revenue, however, the Disney’s 2nd Quarter Report: Earnings Above Expectations, Revenue Below

Disney Facing Lawsuit Over Collecting and Selling Children’s Personal Information

–UPDATE (8/5/17): The Walt Disney Company has released a response to the pending lawsuit. Their official statement reads: “Disney has a robust COPPA compliance program, and we maintain strict data collection and use policies for Disney apps created for children and families. The complaint is based on a fundamental misunderstanding of COPPA principles, and we look Disney Facing Lawsuit Over Collecting and Selling Children’s Personal Information