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9 years 11 months

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David Mumpower

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Knoxville, TN

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United States

Biography

When David's not at Walt Disney World, he's writing about movies and box office analysis, economics, streaming media, technology, travel, and parks and recreation. He's the author of the Disney Demystified and Behind the Ride book series.

Articles by David Mumpower:

These Amazing Disney Attractions Were Totally '80s, and Totally Awesome

Here are the best nine Disney attractions of the 1980s.

The Most Horrible Things People Have Done at Disney Parks

Here are six of the most horrible things people have done at Disney.

7 Sneaky Ways Disney is Making Guests Pay More on Their Disney Vacation

Here are seven ways we will pay more for Disney vacations.

11 Unforgettable Icons You Can't Miss at Walt Disney World

Walt Disney famously coined the phrase “weenie.” He loved his dog, Lady, and gave her a special treat whenever he came home from work. He would throw the puppy an uncooked weenie, extremely aware of the Pavlovian reactions he got from the dog.

The Best of the BEST Disneyland Restaurants

A trip to Disneyland is an exciting time. You'll get to walk on the same paths where Walt Disney once turned orchard groves into the Happiest Place on Earth.

Behind the Ride: Alien Swirling Saucers

. At Toy Story Land, Imagineers have recreated the premise with an attraction that delights children and parents alike. Let’s go behind the ride to learn why Alien Swirling Saucers is so much fun.

Magic Kingdom Rides with the Longest and Shortest Lines

Here are six Magic Kingdom attractions with the longest lines and six with the shortest.

Drop Everything and Have The Perfect Disney Vacation With These 8 Tips

You just suddenly decide that you need a trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth. Here are a few tips for planning a last-minute trip to Walt Disney World.

Turning Point: Universal and Disney Competition Heats Up

We’ve reached a turning point where Universal is refusing to live in Disney’s shadow any longer. Let’s examine how we reached this point and what happens next.

Disney Would Rather You Didn't Remember These Giant "Yikes" Moments

Here are some of the most shameful incidents in Disney history.

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