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WDW Radio: Your Guide to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise and More Disney Magic!
WDW Radio: Your Guide to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise and More Disney Magic!
Lou Mongello - Disney Expert 1 060 episodes Nov 10, 2026
WDW Radio is an award-winning Disney podcast hosted by Lou Mongello that has covered Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Marvel, and Star Wars since 2005. Each week it offers Disney news, vacation planning advice, interviews, trivia, Disney history, and reviews of attractions and dining. The family-friendly show also shares hidden park secrets and insights for both first-time visitors and lifelong Disney fans. It has been named Best Travel Podcast nine years in a row and extends beyond the podcast with a blog, videos, live shows, community events, and group cruises.
Episodes
886 · Disney Jollywood Nights: A Different Era in Every Area
886 · Disney Jollywood Nights: A Different Era in Every AreaWhat if you could travel through five different eras of Christmas without ever leaving Disney's Hollywood Studios?I returned for opening night of Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 and spent the entire evening without riding a single attraction. Somewhere between the live jazz, old Hollywood glamour, classic Christmas television specials, famil
886 · Disney Legend Bob Gurr: 20 Incredible Stories and a Candid Interview
886 · Disney Legend Bob Gurr: 20 Incredible Stories and a Candid InterviewWhat do Walt Disney, a brand-new Monorail, the Vice President of the United States, and a giant King Kong have in common? The answer is Disney Legend Bob Gurr, the man whose curiosity and creativity helped bring some of the most iconic attractions and experiences in Disney history to life.To celebrate Bob's 95th birthday and
885 · The Scary Side of Disney: The Secret Reason We Love Being Scared
885 · The Scary Side of Disney: The Secret Reason We Love Being ScaredWhat if I told you that fear has always been part of Disney magic?From the terrifying transformation of the Evil Queen in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs to Chernabog towering over Bald Mountain, the Haunted Mansion's stretching room, and the darkness of Alien Encounter, Disney has been frightening audiences for nearly a century
883 · Disney Believe: A New Ship, a Familiar Feeling
883 · Disney Believe: A New Ship, a Familiar FeelingWhat would make you choose the Disney Believe for your next cruise? A brand-new Encanto stage show, an evening in the Haunted Mansion Parlor, or the chance to share a favorite Disney experience with someone who has never seen it?This week, we explore Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, from its biggest announcements to the smaller details that migh
883 · Disney In or Out? Do We Agree on Disney Parks, Movies and Food?
883 · Disney In or Out? Do We Agree on Disney Parks, Movies and Food?Is The Magic of Disney Animation a bigger addition to Walt Disney World than Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind? Should the original Star Wars saga ever be remade with a new cast? And can a Disneyland churro really settle an argument about which coast has the better snacks?This week, I invite you to join me and some of our fr
882 · Marvel in Disney Parks: Behind the Magic with Brian Crosby
882 · Marvel in Disney Parks: Behind the Magic with Brian CrosbyHow does Marvel come to life in Disney Parks... and what does a little boy meeting Peter Pan have to do with it? This week, I sit down with Marvel Studios' Brian Crosby at the WDW Radio booth at D23 for a conversation about turning the characters we love into places, adventures, and memories we can experience for ourselves.Brian spent
881 · The Magic of Disney Animation: An E-Ticket Without a Ride at Disney's Hollywood Studios
881 · The Magic of Disney Animation: An E-Ticket Without a Ride at Disney's Hollywood StudiosThe Magic of Disney Animation gives Disney’s Hollywood Studios a new way to explore how the movies we love are made. But I kept coming back to a bigger question: what makes a place feel like a studio when the movies are no longer being made there?This week, join me as we discover what’s inside, which detai
880 · Tasting Disney History: The Unofficial Disney Parks Retro Cookbook with Carly Caramanna
880 · Tasting Disney History: The Unofficial Disney Parks Retro Cookbook What if you could taste your way through Disney Parks history?This week, I’m joined by theme park and travel journalist Carly Caramanna, co-author with Julie Tremaine of The Unofficial Disney Parks Retro Cookbook: 60+ Nostalgic Recipes and Stories of Yesteryear. And while “cookbook” is in the title, this conversation becomes
879 · Return to Progress City: Imagining Walt Disney’s City of Tomorrow
879 · Return to Progress City: Imagining Walt Disney’s City of TomorrowWhat if the most interesting thing about Walt Disney’s Progress City isn’t that it was never built, but that it was never really finished?Recorded live at the WDW Radio booth at D23, former Walt Disney Imagineering President Bob Weis and artist, architect, and former Imagineer Eric Robison join me to explore Eric’s extraordinar
878 · D23 Disney Parks Announcements: Sightlines Into Yesterday, Tomorrow, and Fantasy
878 · D23 Disney Parks Announcements: Sightlines Into Yesterday, Tomorrow, and FantasyThe loudest cheers at D23 weren't necessarily for what Disney was building next. They were for what Disney was willing to bring back, repair, and finally acknowledge.In a presentation built on a little faith, trust, and pixie dust, Disney asked fans to believe in an ambitious future, but this time it also showed
877 · Disney Worldbuilders Interview with Leslie Iwerks
877 · Disney Worldbuilders Interview with Leslie IwerksDisney Worldbuilders asks a question most of us have never thought to ask... where does a Disney world actually begin?Not the land. Not the ride. The moment before any of it existed, when it was still just a feeling inside one person's head.This week I sit down with Leslie Iwerks, director of The Imagineering Story and Disneyland Handcrafted,
876 · D23 Predictions: Promises, Proof, and Possibilities
Two years ago, Disney made us nearly 50 promises at D23 Expo 2024. This year, they have to keep them.So what will Disney actually reveal at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event?I'm going park by park, resort by resort, and all the way around the world with my predictions for the Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase. Villains Land. Piston Peak. Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress. Space Mountain and
875 · The runDisney Companion: Your Race Day Guide from Fantasy to Finish Line
875 · The runDisney Companion: Your Race Day Guide from Fantasy to Finish LineBefore sunrise at Walt Disney World, thousands of people round the bend toward Cinderella Castle and fall in love with running in a way most guests never will. That is runDisney - and whether you are eyeing your very first 5K or chasing your next Dopey, there has never been one book to take you from registration to the f
874 · The Walt Disney World Time Capsule - What Would You Put in the Box?
874 · The Walt Disney World Time Capsule - What Would You Put in the Box?It is 2076. Someone digs up a sealed time capsule in Walt Disney World. What did we choose to leave them?This week on WDW Radio, we build a Walt Disney World time capsule - a snapshot of the parks exactly as they exist in 2026. And there is one rule attached to it that changes every single answer.One attraction. One resort. O
873 · Your Disney Questions + Our Disneyland Halloween Special Events
873 · Your Disney Questions + Our Disneyland Halloween Special EventsWhat would you bring back if you could restore any extinct Disney attraction exactly as it was? What is the weirdest piece of Disney merchandise you own? What's really next for Tomorrowland? Where should you go if want to visit the Disney Park in Asia? What is the TRUTH behind the Tomorrowland film's famous 1952 mystery blueprint
872 · Why Disney Changed the Rules… and a D23 Tease
872 · Why Disney Changed the Rules… and a D23 Tease This week I am doing something I almost never do. I am taking a piece of my Wednesday night live show and turning it into an episode, because you have been asking me about it... a lot.There is a new Disney Springs transportation rule, and online, people are melting down. So let me pull up a chair and really talk with you about what changed, why I
871 · The Most Surprising Hotel Near Walt Disney World: My ette Hotel Review
871 · The Most Surprising Hotel Near Walt Disney World: My ette Hotel ReviewOne of the most exclusive hotel awards on the planet - harder to earn than a Michelin star, given to less than 1% of hotels worldwide - belongs to a boutique property sitting just one mile from Disney's Animal Kingdom. Yet most Disney fans have never heard of it.Lou Mongello has stayed at virtually every Disney resort and
870 · 10 Reasons to Visit Shanghai Disneyland... and Why This Trip Changed Me
870 · 10 Reasons to Visit Shanghai Disneyland... and Why This Trip Changed MeChina is a long way to go for a theme park... but Shanghai Disneyland is not a theme park. It is a destination that happens to have a Disney castle at its center.Lou Mongello had the privilege of being invited by Disney for Shanghai Disneyland's 10th anniversary celebration, with time alongside the Imagineering team who b
869 · How Disney Magic Changed Baseball - Jesse Cole and the Savannah Bananas
869 · How Disney Magic Changed Baseball - Jesse Cole and the Savannah BananasWhat happens when someone takes Walt Disney's philosophy and applies it far beyond Disney?In this episode, I sit down with Jesse Cole, founder of the Savannah Bananas and creator of Banana Ball, during their sold-out appearance at Walt Disney World's ESPN Wide World of Sports. What began as a conversation about baseball q
868 · Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress: History, Debate & What's Next
868 · Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress: History, Debate & What's NextThe Carousel of Progress reimagining announcement sparked one of the most passionate Disney fan conversations in recent memory. Some fans are excited. Others are heartbroken. Many are somewhere in between.And all of it makes complete sense - because this attraction isn't just a show. For a lot of us, it's a memory. A person
867 · Walt Disney World Just Got Major Upgrades - and This Summer Is the Best Time to Visit
867 · Walt Disney World Just Got Major Upgrades - and This Summer Is the Best Time to VisitThis might quietly be one of the biggest overall summer upgrades Walt Disney World has had in years.Not because of one giant new land - but because every park, every age group, and nearly every type of guest got meaningful, real enhancements at the exact same time.After being invited by Disney to their Summe
866 · The Best Food at Walt Disney World Isn't Where You Think It Is
866 · The Best Food at Walt Disney World Isn't Where You Think It IsThe best food at Walt Disney World isn't where you think it is.In WDW Radio # 866, Lou Mongello spends a full day eating his way through Disney's Animal Kingdom - stop by stop, bite by bite - and makes the case that this is Walt Disney World's most extraordinary culinary destination.Colombian arepas and globally inspired rice bowl
865 · When Wishes Assemble: The Story of Disney and Make-A-Wish
865 · When Wishes Assemble: The Story of Disney and Make-A-Wish45 years. 175,000 wishes. One out of every two Make-A-Wish wishes granted in America is a Disney wish.The Disney Make-A-Wish partnership is about far more than theme park vacations. Every single hour, somewhere in the world, Disney helps grant a wish for a child battling a critical illness - creating moments of hope, joy, strength, and
864 · What Does It Actually Take to Lead Disney? Chairman Thomas Mazloum - His First Interview
864 · What Does It Actually Take to Lead Disney? Chairman Thomas Mazloum - His First InterviewWhat does it really take to lead Disney at a global scale... while still making every single guest feel like they matter?In this episode, Lou Mongello sits down with Thomas Mazloum in his first interview since stepping into his new role as Chairman of Disney Experiences - overseeing 12 theme parks, 57 res
863 · 10 Disney Adventure Cruise Surprises (What You Need to Know)
863 · 10 Disney Adventure Cruise Surprises (What You Need to Know)What are the biggest Disney Adventure cruise surprises - and what should you know before you go?After sailing back-to-back voyages aboard the brand-new Disney Adventure from Singapore, I can tell you this… I thought I knew what to expect. I didn’t. Not even close.In this episode, we break down 10 things that genuinely surprised us -
862 · The Happiest Factory on Earth: Disneyland, Automation, and the Future of Theme Parks
862 · The Happiest Factory on Earth: Disneyland, Automation, and the Future of Theme ParksWhat if the magic of Disneyland isn't just what you see - but how it all works?In Episode 862, Lou Mongello sits down with Roland Betancourt - Guggenheim Fellow, UC Irvine Professor of Art History, and author of Disneyland and the Rise of Automation - for a conversation that might just completely change the w
861 · Daredevil Born Again Season 2: Spoiler-Free Review
861 · Daredevil Born Again Season 2: Spoiler-Free ReviewIs this the Marvel show that changes everything?What stood out after watching Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 wasn’t what I expected - and having seen the full season early thanks to Marvel Studios screeners, I couldn’t wait to talk about it.In this spoiler-free Daredevil Born Again Season 2 review, I’m sharing what stayed with me most… and wh
860 · Inside World of Frozen Disneyland Paris - Disney Adventure World
860 · Inside World of Frozen Disneyland Paris - Disney Adventure WorldDisney Adventure World and World of Frozen may represent the biggest shift in Disney Parks design we’ve seen in years... and you can feel it from the very first step.Something felt different the moment we stepped onto Adventure Way.Before the gates even opened to the public, Lou Mongello was invited inside Disney Adventure World
859 · EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival Sweet 16 Bracket-Style Tournament
859 · EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival Sweet 16 Bracket-Style TournamentWhat happens when you take the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Sweet 16 desserts, and put them into a bracket-style tournament, recorded LIVE at the Festival?You get delicious chaos.After the success of last year’s Savory 16, we’re doing it again. But this time we’re diving into the sweetest side of EPCOT’s most beautiful f
857 · 50+ Disney Cruise Line Insider Hacks | The Ultimate Guide
857 · 50+ Disney Cruise Line Insider Hacks | The Ultimate GuideWhat if your next Disney cruise already had upgrades built right in... and you just did not know where to look?Recorded LIVE aboard the Disney Magic, Lou Mongello is joined by cruise expert and Mouse Fan Travel’s Beci Mahnken to reveal 50+ Disney Cruise Line insider hacks that experienced cruisers use to sail smarter, avoid crowds, and
857 · Top Ten Extinct Walt Disney World Experiences We'd Bring Back
857 · Top Ten Extinct Walt Disney World Experiences We'd Bring Back Some of the most powerful memories you have from Walt Disney World probably aren’t tied to a single attraction.They’re tied to something else.This week, in Episode 857, we’re counting down our Top Ten Extinct Walt Disney World Experiences We’d Bring Back. No rides allowed. No $2 ticket books. Just the details, the atmosphere, the
856 · I Just Got Off a Call With Disney’s New CEO, Josh D’Amaro
856 · I Just Got Off a Call With Disney’s New CEO, Josh D’Amaro...Disney just named only its ninth CEO in more than 100 years, and days later, I found myself on a video call with Disney’s new CEO, Josh D’Amaro.In this episode, I share what that on-the-record conversation revealed about Josh’s leadership style, his Josh D’Amaro Disney CEO leadership vision, and his commitment to remaining accessibl
855 · My Interview with Tony Baxter on Figment and the Art of Imagination at Disney
855 · My Interview with Tony Baxter on Figment,and the Art of Imagination at DisneyHow did Figment become one of the most beloved and enduring symbols in Disney Parks history?Disney Legend Tony Baxter reflects on Figment, imagination, and creative legacy in a rare conversation recorded at EPCOT’s International Festival of the Arts. Joined by Michael Young, CEO of Disney Fine Art, this episode expl
854 · Disney In or Out - Pick a Side on These Disney Debates
What if there was no right or wrong answer…only where you stand?854 · Disney In or Out - Pick a Side on These Disney DebatesIn this episode of Disney In or Out, we have a fast-paced, passionate conversation about the Disney topics fans love to debate.From Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge and Magic Kingdom attractions to Marvel after Avengers Endgame, we explore the Disney debates fans care about most and w
853 · Disneyland Handcrafted Review and Interview with Leslie Iwerks
853 · Disneyland Handcrafted Review and Interview with Leslie IwerksDisneyland has been analyzed and celebrated for decades. But Disneyland Handcrafted shows us something far more rare. How the park was actually built.This week, I sit down with Academy Award nominated filmmaker Leslie Iwerks for a deep conversation about her new documentary, Disneyland Handcrafted, followed by my review and though
852 · The State of the Disney Parks: What 2025 Changed and Why 2026 Matters
852 · The State of the Disney Parks: What 2025 Changed and Why 2026 MattersIf you had to describe Disney in 2025 and what it means for 2026, what word would you choose?2025 wasn’t a year defined by massive new attractions. Instead, it was a year of movement, transition, and emotional goodbyes. Lands closed. Atmospheres shifted. Comfort gave way to construction. And for many fans, it felt like Disn
851 · D23 and the Future of Disney Fandom with Michael Vargo
851 · D23 and the Future of Disney Fandom with Michael VargoWhat is D23 today - and what will it become in the years ahead?This week, Lou Mongello is joined by Michael Vargo, Head of Disney’s D23, for an in-depth conversation about the evolution of D23, the future of Disney fandom, and what fans can expect in 2026 and beyond. From the return of the D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in Anaheim to
850 · Disney Q&A: Hidden Magic & Helpful Advice
850 · Disney Q&A: Hidden Magic & Helpful AdviceWhat Disney question have you always wanted answered? This week, we try something brand new as we answer a wide variety of your Disney listener questions and tips in a fresh, fun, and faster format. We talk about the choices you face when planning your next Disney adventure. We look at Disney Cruise Line decisions like the Destiny vs. the clas
849 · My Five Hidden Dining Gems at Walt Disney World
849 · My Five Hidden Dining Gems at Walt Disney WorldWalt Disney World is packed with incredible food, but some of the very best meals hide in the places guests walk right past. This week, we’re digging into My Five Overlooked Dining Locations at Walt Disney World, including tucked away lounges, lakeside escapes, and resort restaurants that deliver amazing food without the rush or the reservation
848 · How to Walk Smarter and Feel Better at Walt Disney World
848 · How to Walk Smarter and Feel Better at Walt Disney WorldLong days in the Disney parks are magical… but they’re also full of walking, standing, heat, excitement, and unexpected moments that can leave you feeling drained before the fireworks even start. This week, I’m joined by a doctor of physical therapy to talk about practical tips to help you feel better all day at Walt Disney World.We exp
847 · Top Ten Reasons You Need to Cruise on Disney Destiny
847 · Top Ten Reasons You Need to Cruise on Disney DestinyJoin me this week for the ultimate Disney Destiny review, as we share our Top Ten Reasons Why You Need to Cruise on the Disney Destiny.We take you inside Disney Cruise Line’s newest Wish-class ship and reveal everything we discovered on board. From the heroes and villains theme to the immersive storytelling, characters, dining, and unexpect
846 · Mary Poppins: Untold Stories and the Making of a Disney Classic
846 · Mary Poppins: Untold Stories and the Making of a Disney ClassicMary Poppins is practically perfect, but the process behind it was emotional, unpredictable, and filled with incredible stories that most fans have never been told.There are very few "perfect" movies in this world: Jaws... The Shawshank Redemption... The Shining... Back to the Future... and from Disney, there is only one on this
845 · Cotino – What It’s Really Like Inside Disney’s First Storyliving Community
845 · Cotino – What It’s Really Like Inside Disney’s First Storyliving CommunityWhat if Disney built a place you could actually live?This week, I take you inside Cotino, Disney’s first Storyliving by Disney community... and share what I discovered as one of the first people invited to explore it.I didn’t know what to expect… but what Cotino revealed about Storyliving truly surprised me. In this ep
844 · My Five Spooky Disney Halloween Ideas for Walt Disney World
👻 What if Disney made Halloween at Walt Disney World even spookier?This week, Lou Mongello shares his five original, story-driven Disney Halloween ideas that could transform the parks with new attractions, experiences, and eerie overlays - all filled with that perfect mix of nostalgia, storytelling, and Disney magic.From haunted celebrations of extinct attractions to imaginative new Halloween expe
843 · In or Out? - Agree, Disagree, and Defend Your Disney Picks
Is EPCOT the best full-day Walt Disney World park? Should Genie+ be eliminated? Who is the greatest Disney villain of all time?This week on WDW Radio, Lou Mongello hosts another round of In or Out. It is the fun, fast-paced Disney fan debate segment where we tackle the big and small questions about Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, Disney movies, and beyond. From replacing Pirate Night on Dis
842 · Disney Adults: Fandom, Identity, and the Magic of Never Growing Up
842 · Disney Adults: Fandom, Identity, and the Magic of Never Growing UpWhat does it really mean to be a Disney Adult?I sit down with AJ Wolfe - founder of Disney Food Blog and author of the new book Disney Adults - to explore one of Disney fandom’s most passionate and misunderstood communities. Together, we unpack:Why Disney Adults face stereotypes, criticism, and double standardsHow Disney shape
841 · 23 Takeaways from Destination D23 2025
The biggest Disney fan event of the year, D23’s Destination D23 2025, delivered history and heritage, stories and surprises, parks and people, performances and passion. Over three unforgettable days at Walt Disney World, Disney fans came together to celebrate the past, present, and future of the magic we love.This week on WDW Radio, we recap the 23 biggest takeaways from Destination D23 2025 - fro
840 · Disney Destiny Shipyard Tour: Behind the Curtain of Disney Cruise Line’s Boldest Ship
840 · Disney Destiny Shipyard Tour: Behind the Curtain of Disney Cruise Line’s Boldest ShipJoin me for an exclusive Disney Destiny Shipyard Tour inside Meyer Werft in Papenburg, Germany, where the newest Disney Cruise Line ship is coming to life. I take you behind the scenes to step aboard the Destiny during construction, explore first looks at venues like the Haunted Mansion Parlor, Doctor Stran
839 · Disney Q&A: Cruise Rankings, Solo Park Tips, Disneyland Food & Hidden Secrets
839 · Disney Q&A: Cruise Rankings, Solo Park Tips, Disneyland Food & Hidden SecretsThis week, Lou opens up the inbox for a fun, fast-paced episode filled with listener questions - from planning the ultimate solo day at Walt Disney World, to why Disneyland’s food might just outshine Epcot’s, to a ranking of every Disney Cruise Line ship. He also reveals a hidden Easter egg in Journey Into I
838 · Walt Disney Imagineering Chief Creative Officer Bruce Vaughn on the Future of the Disney Parks
838 · Walt Disney Imagineering Chief Creative Officer Bruce Vaughn on the Future of the Disney ParksWhat happens when you sit down with the head of Walt Disney Imagineering… and just hit record? In this exclusive, unscripted conversation, Bruce Vaughn, Chief Creative Officer of Walt Disney Imagineering, shares stories, insights, and opens up for a behind-the-scenes look at the future of the Disney
837 · Walt Disney Imagineering Tour: Behind the Scenes Where Disney Magic Is Made
837 · Walt Disney Imagineering Tour: Behind the Scenes Where Disney Magic Is MadeWhat if you could get a guided tour through the heart of Walt Disney Imagineering - the place where Disney dreams aren’t just imagined, but engineered, designed, and brought to life?I was honored with the rare opportunity to step inside the hallowed halls of Walt Disney Imagineering in Glendale, California... and this
836 · Inside Imagineering: Zsolt Hormay on Sculpting Stories in Disney Parks
836 · Inside Imagineering: Zsolt Hormay on Sculpting Stories in Disney ParksDo you ever walk through the Disney Parks and say, "How did they do that?" or better yet, "WHO helped bring these incredible places and spaces to life?"I was recently invited into the hallowed halls of Walt Disney Imagineering to discover the answers to those questions, and will have a full recap of what (and who) I saw, a
835 · "In or Out?" - Trilogies, Overlays, Lounges, Live-Action, Leadership & More!
835 · "In or Out?" - Trilogies, Overlays, Lounges, Live-Action, Leadership & More!Are you In or Out? Is the Indiana Jones trilogy really Disney’s best? Should Tower of Terror get a Halloween overlay? And is Josh D’Amaro the future CEO of Disney?That is just the beginning! This week, we dive into bold opinions and big questions about the parks, movies, cruise line, lounges, and leadership. From
834 · Ultimate Guide to Indiana Jones in the Disney Parks
834 · Ultimate Guide to Indiana Jones in the Disney ParksWhat if there was an Indiana Jones land so ambitious it could’ve changed the Disney Parks forever?Or that Indy once shared the stage with Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and Mark Hamill himself… for one night only?And what if Indiana Jones has a rich, decades-long history in the Disney Parks - with attractions, shows, and experiences around
833 · The Boy Who Became Tom Sawyer – Disney Legend Tom Nabbe - From the Archives
833 · The Boy Who Became Tom Sawyer – Disney Legend Tom Nabbe - From the ArchivesHe was just 12 years old when he pitched himself to Walt Disney to become Tom Sawyer… and Walt said, “I’ll think about it.”In this From the Archives episode of WDW Radio, I sit down with Disney Legend Tom Nabbe, the boy who went from selling newspapers outside Disneyland on opening day to becoming the real-life Tom Sa
832 · Adventures by Disney Japan Recap: Takayama, Shirakawa-go, Tokyo & Kintsugi - Part 2
832 · Adventures by Disney Japan Recap: Takayama, Shirakawa-go, Tokyo & Kintsugi - Part 2Every step through Japan tells a story - and this week, I want to share ours.From centuries-old villages to hidden antique shops, we went looking for adventure... and found something even more meaningful. Japan continues to unfold its magic in Part 2 of our Adventures by Disney to Japan recap, as
831 · Disneyland at 70: Walt’s Vision, Origins, Secrets, and Stories from the Park - From the Archives
831 · Disneyland at 70: Walt’s Vision, Origins, Secrets, and Stories from the Park - From the ArchivesCelebrate 70 years of Disneyland with a deep dive into hidden stories, surprising history, and unforgettable secrets from Walt’s original park.In this special WDW Radio Archive episode, I'm joined by the late, great Jim Korkis as we explore the surprising origins of Doritos and churros, the story
830 · Adventures by Disney Japan Recap: Stories & Highlights - Part 1
830 · Adventures by Disney Japan Recap: Stories & Highlights - Part 1 Japan is truly unlike anywhere else in the world. And this week, I want to take you there - not with a guidebook, but through the memories, moments, and magic we experienced together on our recent WDW Radio Adventures by Disney Journey to Japan group trip. Join me and some of the friends (who are really more like family) from ou
829 · Celebrate Happy: A Complete Guide to Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary
829 · Celebrate Happy: A Complete Guide to Disneyland’s 70th AnniversarySomething special is happening at Disneyland… It’s turning 70, and the year-long Celebrate Happy party is packed with magic, surprises, returning favorites, and history in the making. Join me and theme park journalist Carlye Wisel as we unlock what’s new, what’s back, and why you need to visit - from "Paint the Night" and
828 · Disney’s Abu Dhabi Theme Park: A Whole New World Unveiled
828 · Disney’s Abu Dhabi Theme Park: A Whole New World UnveiledDisney just announced a bold new theme park and resort in Abu Dhabi – and it could change everything. In this episode, we explore the Disney Abu Dhabi theme park announcement from every angle – cultural, creative, and corporate. We also have a thoughtful conversation about some of the questions and concerns this move has raised. Discov
827 · Build Your Star Wars Movie Memorabilia Museum
827 · Build Your Star Wars Movie Memorabilia MuseumThe ultimate Star Wars collector’s wish list - no budget, no limits, just dreams!This week, in honor of May the 4th, we’re heading to a galaxy far, far away… and diving into a fun, nerdy, and personal conversation, as we explore a galaxy of imagination and nostalgia and build our "Star Wars Movie Memorabilia Museum."We’re not talking about toys or
826 · How Disney Brings Star Wars to Life: Reveals and Stories from Star Wars Celebration Japan
826 · How Disney Brings Star Wars to Life: Reveals and Stories from Star Wars Celebration JapanHave you ever dreamed of living your own Star Wars story?This week, I take you inside Star Wars Celebration Japan for a behind-the-scenes look at how Disney Parks and Lucasfilm are transforming the way we experience Star Wars - and reveal new stories, secrets, and adventures you need to know about.Join m
825 · The Top Ten Things We Love About the Japan Pavilion in EPCOT - From the Archives
825 · The Top Ten Things We Love About the Japan Pavilion in EPCOT - From the ArchivesKonnichiwa, my friend! As this episode is released, I’m on my way to Tokyo to host a panel at Star Wars Celebration about Living Your Star Wars Story in the Disney Parks!So, in the spirit of sushi, samurai, sake, and Star Wars, we're reaching back into the WDW Radio archives for a listener favorite: The Top
824 · My 5 Favorite Outdoor Queues in Walt Disney World (That Are Worth the Wait)
824 · My 5 Favorite Outdoor Queues in Walt Disney World (That Are Worth the Wait)This week, we’re stepping into the sunshine - and into the story - as I share my 5 favorite outdoor queues in Walt Disney World. These aren’t just lines… they’re immersive experiences filled with storytelling, hidden details, and atmosphere that make the wait part of the magic. Whether you’ve walked them a hundred tim
823 · The Savory 16: A Bracket-Style Showdown for the 2025 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival
823 · The Savory 16: A Bracket-Style Showdown for the 2025 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival This week, we’re doing something fun, fresh… and flavorful, as we taste and debate 16 of the newest savory dishes from this year’s EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival. It’s a bracket-style showdown we’re calling: The Savory 16! We taste-tested everything, made our notes, and brought our appetites and opinions as
822 · Top Ten Details and Tributes Hiding in Plain Sight at Walt Disney World
822 · Top Ten Details and Tributes Hiding in Plain Sight at Walt Disney WorldWhat makes Walt Disney World truly special isn’t just the attractions or even the food - it’s the details. The ones that tell stories, spark smiles, and honor the people and moments that built the magic. This week, we count down our Top Ten Details and Tributes in Walt Disney World Hiding in Plain Sight - little nods, Eas
821 · The Cake Bake Shop: Tour, Tasting, & Talk with Gwendolyn Rogers & Ashley Eckstein
821 · The Cake Bake Shop: Tour, Tasting, & Talk with Owner Gwendolyn Rogers & Special Guest Ashley EcksteinJoin me for a deliciously special episode of WDW Radio as we explore Disney's most enchanting destination, The Cake Bake Shop on Disney's Boardwalk. I'm joined by founder Gwendolyn Rogers and Ashley Eckstein (the voice of Ahsoka Tano from Star Wars and the founder of Her Universe) for
820 · "In or Out?" Disney Parks, Movies, and Cruise Line Debates!
820 · "In or Out?" Disney Parks, Movies, and Cruise Line Debates!Are you In or Out? This week, we’re diving into some of Disney’s most fun, fascinating, and sometimes even controversial topics - from the parks to the movies, Disney Cruise Line, and beyond! Join us as we talk about the Disney Treasure; IP in the parks; who can, will, or did save Marvel; the most exciting Walt Disney World
819 · Designing Disney with Former Imagineer Jason Surrell
819 · Designing Disney with Former Imagineer Jason SurrellImagine starting as a Jungle Cruise skipper and ending up helping to shape some of Disney’s most legendary attractions! Join me as I sits down with former Disney Imagineer and master storyteller Jason Surrell, whose creative work spans Pirates of the Caribbean, The Haunted Mansion, Star Tours, New Fantasyland, and much, much more.
818 · Marvel at Disney: Bringing the Comic Universe to Life in the Parks and at Sea - Megacon Panel
818 · Marvel at Disney: Bringing the Comic Universe to Life in the Parks and at Sea - Megacon PanelJoin us this week for an in-depth exploration of Marvel's presence in Disney Parks worldwide. This week's episode was recorded LIVE at Megacon Orlando, as I hosted a panel which will take you on a journey through Disney's complex relationship with Marvel characters - from Universal Studios' Marvel Su
817 · Music of Disney's Animal Kingdom
817 · Music of Disney's Animal Kingdom Disney’s Animal Kingdom has a soundtrack unlike any other park - one that immerses us in nature, culture, and adventure. From the peaceful Oasis entrance music to the high-energy beats of Harambe, the ethereal sounds of Pandora, and even the kitschy rock vibes of DinoLand, USA, every note plays a role in the park’s storytelling. This week, I take
816 · Debates, Dates, Romance, Resorts... and Carousel of Progress Change? Listener Email
816 · Debates, Dates, Romance, Resorts... and Carousel of Progress Change? Listener Email Have you ever had a burning Disney question, a magical memory to share, or just needed advice on planning the perfect trip? This week, I open the overflowing mailbag of listener emails to dive into your questions about how to convince your family to visit Disney more often, which resort to pick and why
815 · EPCOT Festival of the Arts: Behind the Curtain
815 · EPCOT Festival of the Arts: Behind the CurtainStep behind the scenes of EPCOT's International Festival of the Arts as we dive into the magic that makes this one of Disney's most creative celebrations. Join me for exclusive interviews with Adrian Sarple, Associate Director from Disney Theatrical, who curate the Disney on Broadway Concert Series, and Aaron Babcock, Merchandise Manager with Dis
814 · My Five Things in Disney I'm Looking Forward to in 2025
814 · My Five Things in Disney I'm Looking Forward to in 20252025 is shaping up to be an incredible year, filled with exciting experiences, milestones, and magic on the horizon, from the Disney Parks, experiences, Disney Cruise Line, movies, Disney+, and more! This week, I’m sharing My Five Things in Disney I’m Most Looking Forward to in 2025, including some new things on the horizon I've been wor
813 · History and Evolution of Christmas at Walt Disney World: From Candlelight to Dancing Lights - From the Archives
813 · History and Evolution of Christmas at Walt Disney World: From Candlelight to Dancing Lights - From the Archives🎄 The holiday season at Walt Disney World is unlike any other, with traditions, decorations, and magic that have been cherished for decades. This week, we’re opening the WDW Radio Archives to revisit a very special show from 2016, originally aired on show # 467. Join me and my dear
WDW Radio # 812 - Disney Treasure Review and Guide
WDW Radio # 812 - Disney Treasure Review and Guide I invite you join us as we dive deep into Disney Cruise Line’s latest ship, the Disney Treasure! We will uncover the magic, surprises, and innovations that set the Treasure apart - not just from her sister ship, the Disney Wish, but from the entire cruise industry. From immersive dining experiences to jaw-dropping spaces like the Haunted Mansion P
WDW Radio # 811 - Muppets, Monsters, and Lakeshore Lodge... LIVE!
WDW Radio # 811 - Muppets, Monsters, and Lakeshore Lodge... LIVE! This week, we delve into some big news: the bittersweet closure of Muppet Vision 3D, the exciting arrival of Monstropolis at Disney's Hollywood Studios, and details about the new Lakeshore Lodge Resort coming to Walt Disney World. We also speculate on the future of the Muppets in the park, some of the details in the Monstropolis con
WDW Radio # 810 - The Future of Disney Cruise Line with Disney Signature Experiences President Thomas Mazloum
WDW Radio # 810 - The Future of Disney Cruise Line with Disney Signature Experiences President Thomas Mazloum This week, I'm excited to welcome Thomas Mazloum, President of Disney Signature Experiences, for a conversation about the future of Disney Cruise Line. We dive into the storytelling and design behind the Disney Treasure, Destiny, and Adventure, explore the bold vision for Disney’s global f
WDW Radio # 809 - 5 FREE Ways to Celebrate the Holidays at Walt Disney World
WDW Radio # 809 - 5 FREE Ways to Celebrate the Holidays at Walt Disney World Do you want to discover how to experience the magic of the holidays at Walt Disney World without spending a dime? Join me as I unwrap (more than!) five completely FREE ways to celebrate the season, from festive live entertainment to dazzling displays, free souvenirs and overlooked experiences that are sure to bring extra
WDW Radio # 808 - Disney "In or Out?"
WDW Radio # 808 - Disney "In or Out?" Welcome to another round of "In or Out", where we dive headfirst into the big, bold, fun, and sometimes controversial topics shaping the Disney universe. Get ready as we explore what’s next, what’s nostalgic, and sparking fun discussions and debates among Disney fans including dining, FastPass, snacks, events, a new Disney Cruise Line concept, the MCU, and mor
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