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    Frozen 2 Review

    enJanuary 15, 2020
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    About this Episode

    In this episode of Mouse & Castle Aaron talks about his incomplete Disney mug collection and the guys do a full review of Frozen II.

    Samantha?

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    Revenge of the Sith mems.

    Intro to the episode. 1:47

    Star Wars talk might sneak into this episode.

    What qualifies as a Disney adult?

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    How Disney is becoming a luxury brand.

    The cost of Disney is increasing.

    Disney is in a wake-up call.

    Aaron's take on Disney's financial constraints.

    Inflation vs. Inflation vs inflation. 14:50

    Inflation and the cost of Disney tickets today.

    The value of Disney World.

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    The classic Bonnet Creek.

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    The Pina CoLAVA. 35:42

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