WDW Fan Zone Show

Ep. 598 - WDW Fan Zone Show - How Walt Disney World Uses Water To Make Magic Oct 12, 2026 Walt Disney World is filled with magic from parks to attractions to dining to resort hotels and more. This week our hosts talk about just some of the examples of how Disney uses water to help make the magic for its guests.

Ep. 597 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Walt Disney World Experiences Without Queues Oct 5, 2026 Our hosts get a little creative as we share experiences in the Walt Disney World parks that don’t require waiting in a queue. We all run from ride to ride or take a break in a show. However, there are things to do in the parks that don’t require a queue, whether we don’t want to deal with the wait times, or we just want to avail ourselves of the richness of the parks in other ways.

Ep. 596 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Aulani and Hawaii (and Disneyland) from Kurt's Trip Sep 28, 2026 We take a side trip from Walt Disney World this week, but it’s still to visit Disney’s second Polynesian resort - Aulani. Kurt shares his experiences of his first trip to Aulani and Hawaii in general. Our co-hosts will have some questions as well. If you’ve never been fortunate to visit Aulani or have and want to re-live the beauty, watch or listen in. On YouTube, we will also be sharing photo

Ep. 595 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Our Favorite Places for Ice Cream at Walt Disney World Sep 21, 2026 As summer draws to a close, our hosts all share some of their favorite places to get ice cream around Walt Disney World. We might also share some of our favorite creamy concoctions. Fortunately, there are plenty of locations!. Before all that, we get a weekly WDW news update from Jess!

Ep. 594 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Likes, Dislikes, and Wish List for My Disney Experience App Sep 14, 2026 It’s almost impossible to plan a Walt Disney World trip without using the My Disney Experience app. This week we share our perspectives and experiences with the app including things we like about, dislike about how it works, and things we wish it did for us. We also have our weekly Walt Disney World news report from Jess!

Ep. 593 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Ranking Walt Disney World Resorts by Transportation Options Sep 7, 2026 In this episode, our hosts go through the Walt Disney World resorts and rank them high, medium, and low in relation to the number and quality of transportation options they each offer. If there’s time, they’ll vote on which resort or resorts have the best options.

Ep. 592 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Ranking Walt Disney World Resorts for Dining Options Aug 31, 2026 In this delicious episode, we discuss the dining offerings available at the numerous resort hotels around Walt Disney World. We inject some of our own experiences and rank the dining for things like value, taste, availability, and other factors we think make the difference in choosing resort hotels for a stay. Ranking will be as simple as preferred, moderate, and not interested.

Ep. 591 - WDW Fan Zone Show - D23 Reactions Aug 25, 2026 Once again, the D23 Disney Ultimate Event has provided lots of Walt Disney World plans for the next few years and beyond. The news can be read online and the Horizons panel can be watched on Disney+. Tonight, we react to what we heard - our biggest surprises, what’s most exciting, what’s disappointing, what’s encouraging, and where we have questions. The event was lots of fodder for discussion.

Ep. 590 - WDW Fan Zone Show - 3 Things We Like and Dislike About Lightning Lane Aug 17, 2026 Lightning Lane has been a de factor part of touring Walt Disney World parks for a few years now. Whether you purchase Lightning Lane or use standby, Lightning Lane affects our visits. In this episode, our hosts each share 3 things they like about Lightning Lane and 3 things they don’t like about it. We might also offer some of our wishes for changing the service.

Ep. 589 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Agree, Disagree, or On the Fence for Recent Walt Disney World Changes Aug 11, 2026 In our show this week, we discuss recent happenings in Walt Disney World and each share whether we agree with the change, disagree, or on the fence. We’ll discuss the nature of the change before we weigh in. Topics on which we’ll take a stance are the Carousel of Progress, Disney Springs buses and transportation, the Gingerbread House at the Grand Floridian, and the crackdown on re-selling DVC r

Ep. 588 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Disney Properties We’d Like To See As Lands (or Hotels) Jul 27, 2026 The Disney Company has a wealth of character-led properties from over 100 years of telling stories in its movies and its parks. Combined with acquisitions including LucasFilm, Pixar, Marvel, and Fox, they’ve expanded that wealth even more. They’ve expanded parks in the past several years around the world with lands for Star Wars, Toy Story, Pandora, Frozen, Cars, and Zootopia. This week, we sha

Ep. 587 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Comparing Things To Do at the 4 Walt DIsney World Parks Jul 13, 2026 Although there are 4 different theme parks at Walt Disney World, they don’t necessarily have the same things to offer. This week, we dig into the differences in number and type of rides, shows, character experiences, entertainment, shopping, dining, and more. We will talk about how long we typically stay at each of the parks, the perception of crowd size, attendance, and other impressions. With

Ep. 586 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Top 3 Picks for 2026 Refurbishments Jul 6, 2026 With all of the activity in 2026 to refurbish and refresh existing attractions, spaces, and other experiences, we wanted to each share our Top 3. There is more to come next year and beyond, but this week we focus on what’s new at Walt Disney World in 2026, whether we experienced it already or really want to soon. Do we pick Big Thunder, Buzz Lightyear, Muppets, Soarin' Across America, Test Track,

Special Episode - WDW Fan Zone Show - Carousel of Progress Jun 18, 2026 We don't have a regular show this week as John is traveling. However, during his trip, he captured the full Carousel of Progress show at the Magic Kingdom prior to its closing for re-imagining in just a couple of weeks. Enjoy!

Ep. 585 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Wins and Losses for Carousel of Progress Plans Jun 15, 2026 Now that the plans to update the Carousel of Progress have been shared by Disney, our hosts weigh in with their thoughts. We will share what we see as the wins and losses for what promises to be the largest change to this classic Disney attraction in its 60+ year history.

Ep. 584 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Kurt's June WDW Trip - Catching Up on the Latest Jun 8, 2026 Fresh off his early June trip to Walt Disney World, Kurt lets us know what new/refurbished experiences he tried and what he thought of them (without giving too much away). He shares perceptions on Rock n Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin, Zootopoia Better Zoogether, Smugglers Run, and more. He also also gives us a report on cro

Special Episode - WDW Fan Zone Show - American Adventure May 25, 2026 We don't have a normal podcast this week as we observe Memorial Day and remember and thank those who have served our country and given the ultimate sacrifice for us. This week we share a recording of the American Adventure attraction/show from Epcot recorded some years ago by John.

Ep. 583 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Dining Outside at Walt Disney World May 18, 2026 This week our crew is dining Al fresco as we explore some of the locations where you can enjoy your meal outside. We’ll talk about some of our favorite places to do whether counter service or table service, considerations such as weather or special events, and when we think it makes sense or doesn’t.

Ep. 582 - WDW Fan Zone Show - How Smart is AI for Walt Disney World Planning? May 11, 2026 With the Advent of AI in more aspects of daily life, we put it to the test this episode for Disney World planning. Our hosts will ask questions that they and other guests might have, and then we will ask some AI sites to answer them. Finally, we’ll compare our advice to what AI offers. Do you use AI in your planning now?

Ep. 581 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Misconceptions at Walt Disney World May 5, 2026 Dues to its size and level of entertainment can be a complex place, especially to newcomers. This can lead to misconceptions and miscalculations and misunderstandings. In this show, our hosts share where we see these in visiting parks, experiencing attractions and shows, dining, transportation, shopping, and more. We hope some of these insights help you become more prepared and less confused.

Ep. 580 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Springtime at Walt Disney World Apr 27, 2026 Spring is in bloom, both literally and figuratively at Walt Disney World with events such as Epcot's Flower and Garden Festival and the runDisney Springtime Surprise event. This week we have various insight to share about traveling to Walt Disney World this time of year, as well as some observations from John's recent trip including the races, Flower and Garden treats, attraction updates to Froze

Ep. 579 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Pros and Cons of Table Service Dining Apr 21, 2026 Walt Disney World is known for lots of food and dining choices, and many guests look forward to table service dining at the parks, resorts, and Disney Springs. But is table service always the best choice for enjoying your Disney trips. This week, we discuss our pros and cons for table service dining at Walt Disney World.

Ep. 578 - WDW Fan Zone Show - WDW Re-Imagining Track Record Apr 13, 2026 As Walt Disney World prepares for new theming and re-imagining including Tropical Americas, Piston Peak, and Monstropolis our hosts rate and comment on past re-theming efforts. We look at large re-themes including New Fantasyland, Tomorrowland, Toy Storyland, Galaxy’s Edge, and Pandora. We also look at Epcot pavilion changes such as Universe of Energy, Horizons, The Seas, World of Motion, and Jo

Ep. 577 - WDW Fan Zone Show - How Disney Uses Time to Tell Stories at Walt Disney World Mar 22, 2026 Walt Disney World is all about storytelling. In this week’s episode our team explores how time is a major factor in the narrative and theming. From time travel to future or past period settings for lands, attractions, restaurants, hotels, and more we share our perceptions of the stories they tell.

Ep. 576 - WDW Fan Zone Show - What We Wish We Knew On Our First Walt Disney World Trip Mar 11, 2026 In this week’s episode, our team works through several aspects of a WDW trip and shares what we wish we knew on our first trip. We look at resort hotels, parks, attractions, dining (table service, counter service, lounges, and snacks), entertainment, resort transportation, shopping and merchandise, and general topics. We hope these help new and first time visitors with upcoming trips.

Ep. 575 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Likes and Dislikes for Walt Disney World Shopping and Merchandise Mar 1, 2026 In this episode, our hosts share their likes and dislikes for shopping at Walt Disney World. Merchandise is a huge part of the experience at the resort from parks to hotels to Disney Springs. Disney is continually changing the items we wear and use and play with and collect, and we share where they hit the mark for us and where we see room for improvement.

Ep. 574 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Experience Frequency at Walt Disney World Feb 22, 2026 In this episode, our panel shares the frequency that they typically engage in experiences at the Walt Disney World resort including attractions, restaurants, shows, park entry, and more. We share whether we almost always, often, sometimes, seldom, or almost never experience, starting with the Magic Kingdom and see how far we get. As we discuss popular attractions like Haunted Mansion, Pirates of

Ep. 573 - WDW Fan Zone Show - John's February WDW Trip Report Feb 18, 2026 This week, John reports back on our co-host requests for resort updates including The Beak and Barrel, GEO 82, the updated Little Mermaid show, Villains: Unfairly Ever After, the Polynesian Tower, construction at the parks, Starlight parade, Test Track, and more.

Ep. 572 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Preparing for John's February WDW Trip Feb 1, 2026 In addition to all of the WDW News with Jess, we have some requests for our host. With John preparing to leave for a February trip to Walt Disney World trip, our podcast team will present him with experiences or questions to research while there. The requests could be newly opened attractions, restaurants, lounges, or shows, constructions walls and sites, or any other items of interest. John wi

Ep. 571 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Breakfast in Walt Disney World Jan 26, 2026 Exploring and experience Walt Disney World can take a lot of energy, so breakfast can be important to start the day. This week we talk about all the options for getting breakfast including resort counter service and table service, in-room options, Starbucks, park dining, character dining, and more. We'll also discuss tradeoffs for the different choices and share some of our standards and favori

Ep. 570 - WDW Fan Zone Show - How We Choose WDW Resort Hotels Jan 19, 2026 Walt Disney World has lots of choices for staying in the magic from value to moderate to deluxe resorts to Disney Vacation Club and even Fort Wilderness. In this episode, our hosts each share the various factors that they use when deciding where to stay on site, or what others might consider when deciding. Pricing, location, amenities, dining, and other aspects can guide the final decision.

Ep. 569 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Top 10 Losses in 2025 Jan 12, 2026 2025 saw a lot of change at Walt Disney World and those and future changes resulted in losses (some of them very personal). Our hosts each share their Top 10 biggest losses from last year and their thoughts on the global and personal impacts.

Ep. 568 - WDW Fan Zone Show - WDW Dining Locations Quiz Jan 5, 2026 There are almost countless table service restaurants, counter service locations, lounges, and food carts around the Walt Disney World Resort in the parks and at the resort hotels. In fact, there are more than 250 of them, not including Disney Springs. In this episode, we will quiz our hosts to see how many know where some lesser known food outlets can be found and what is served there. Play alo

Ep. 567 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Tough Choices at Walt Disney World Dec 29, 2025 In this episode, John poses several choices to our hosts where they have to pick one attraction, experience, resort hotel, food item, or other type of item. Our hosts will have to pick which they’d choose and why. It should be fun as we see how easy or hard the choices are and who chooses what. For example: Mickey Bar or Churro!

Ep. 566 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Top 3 WDW Experiences for non-Disney Fans (and Disney Fans) Dec 22, 2025 There is such a wealth of experiences to be had at the Walt Disney World Resort - both in the parks and beyond. However, not everyone is as big of a Disney fan as we are. Today, we each share our Top 3 experiences for guests who aren’t already Disney fans and our Top 3 for those who aren’t big Disney fans, especially big Walt Disney World fans.

Ep. 565 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Add-on Gifts We Would Give Dec 16, 2025 Now that we are in the holiday season, we will discuss the experience gifts we would give to our family and friends that are add-on experiences at Walt Disney World. These are experiences (not including dining) that incur an additional cost over and above theme park tickets and resort stays. These are the ones we think provide good value so we want to give them (if only we had the extra money to

Ep. 564 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Moving Attractions and Experiences to Other Parks Dec 1, 2025 The Walt Disney World parks and resort hotels have expanded and changed for over 50 years. As a result, there are some attractions, restaurants, or other experiences that might make sense to be in another park, land, or possibly resort hotel (or new park?). This week our hosts talk about which of these we wish we could move to another location and why.

Ep. 563 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Cold (or Cool) Weather in Walt Disney World Nov 23, 2025 Weather in Walt Disney World is often hot and humid. However, even Disney Word can have cool or even cold weather. This week we’ll discuss all the ways we prepare for colder weather trips and how our behavior and experience changes from attractions to dining to pools and more. Bundle up!

Ep. 562 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Refurbishments at Walt Disney World Nov 17, 2025 While Walt Disney World prepares to make big changes like Piston Peak, Encanto, Indiana Jones, and more, they have been and are refurbishing existing attractions and experiences. This week we discuss these, what we like or possibly don’t like, and how well we think they will bridge the gap until the big changes come.

Ep. 561 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Spooky Places in Walt Disney World Oct 27, 2025 As Halloween is almost upon us, we each share our 3 scariest places in each Walt Disney World park. We’ll also share what we think makes them scary - at least far as Disney parks are concerned.

Ep. 560 - WDW Fan Zone Show. - Guest Questions (and more) Oct 20, 2025 In this episode we diversify somewhat and each of us will ask a few questions of the other hosts we’ve heard Walt Disney World guests or family or friends ask (or that we think others are wondering about). Collectively, we’ll try to provide answers with our first impressions. Questions include must-see, non-headliner attractions, how to fit Disney Springs into a vacation, how to take non-Disney

Ep. 559 - WDW Fan Zone Show - How Disney World is Still for Adults Oct 13, 2025 Walt Disney started Disneyland in 1955 so parents and children could enjoy experiences together. This week our hosts share their thoughts on how and why we think Walt Disney World is still appealing to adults through specific examples including attractions, dining, events, lodging, experiences, and more.

Ep. 558 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Non-IP Still in the Parks Oct 6, 2025 Walt Disney World has almost 55 years of history and the parks started from some very original Imagineering ideas. Over time, IP (Intellectual Property) began to take over in the theming of attractions, restaurants and lands. In this episode we find all of the places where those original ideas, not based on IP still exist in the parks and around the resort.

Ep. 557 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Alternative Activities for Long Queues Sep 29, 2025 With the popularity of Walt Disney World parks, t's no surprise that there can be long lines for the most popular attractions. What would you do if the attractions you most want to ride have long lines, you don't want to wait in line, and you can't get a Lightning Lane? This week our hosts share their top two or three alternatives for what they like to do in each of the four parks when this happ

Ep. 556 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Disney Cruise - British Isles (or not) Sep 22, 2025 This week we review John's latest British Isles Disney Cruise on the Disney Fantasy - although the itinerary was changed last minute to Norway and Belgium! We'll hear about pre-cruise activities in London, onboard activities, excursions, and more. Our hosts will also have an opportunity to ask questions so our listeners can learn more about European cruises.

Ep. 555 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Labor Day - Things That Take Work at WDW Sep 1, 2025 Since we're working on Labor Day to record this podcast, we're going to discuss things that take work at Walt Disney World and possibly what we can do to make them easier. It could be travel, checking into a resort, booking dinner, or getting Lightning Lane passes. Come listen to our hosts and take a load off!

Ep. 554 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Top 3 Sound Experiences per Park at WDW Aug 25, 2025 Walt Disney World has attractions and experiences that involve all of our senses from sight to sound to touch to smell. In this episode, our hosts share their 3 favorite experiences per each of Disney World’s 4 theme parks based on how sound and music are employed. Come listen and enjoy the sounds with us.

Ep. 553 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Screens and Projections at WDW Aug 18, 2025 Walt Disney World employs audio-animatronics and many other features to tell its stories. In this episode we visit the ways that Disney uses screens and projections to help tell its stories in attractions and more throughout the resort.

Ep. 552 - WDW Fan Zone Show - John's Trip to Disneyland Aug 11, 2025 After hearing about new experiences in Walt Disney World last week from Kurt, we talk this week about John's recent Disneyland trip and his observations. We talk about Pain the Night, Walt Disney - A Magical Life, Fantasmic, the 70th Anniversary, The Fantastic Four in the parks, other nighttime shows, and more. Enjoy!

Ep. 551 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Our Walt Disney World and Disneyland Trips Aug 4, 2025 00:46:17 Our hosts are just coming back from trips to Walt Disney World and Disneyland. We'll share our thoughts on what we observed including new experiences such as the Disney Starlight parade and Walt Disney - A Magical Life.

Ep. 551 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Kurt's Walt Disney World Trip Aug 4, 2025 Our hosts are just coming back from trips to Walt Disney World and Disneyland. We'll share our thoughts on what Kurt observed including new experiences such as the Disney Starlight parade and Test Track and other takeaways from his trip.

Ep. 550 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Pixar at Walt Disney World Jul 14, 2025 00:43:44 Disney and Pixar have been together for 30 years now, so it’s natural that Pixar can be found at Walt Disney World. However, you might be surprised how much Pixar there is in the form of attractions, character greetings, restaurants, and resorts. We’ll explore these as well as retired Pixar experiences, upcoming projects, and how Pixar seems to stand out from other Disney acquisitions in WDW.

Ep. 550 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Finding Pixar at Walt Disney World Jul 14, 2025 Disney and Pixar have been together for 30 years now, so it’s natural that Pixar can be found at Walt Disney World. However, you might be surprised how much Pixar there is in the form of attractions, character greetings, restaurants, and resorts. We’ll explore these as well as retired Pixar experiences, upcoming projects, and how Pixar seems to stand out from other Disney acquisitions in WDW.

Ep. 549 - WDW Fan Zone Show - To Thrill or not to Thrill at Walt Disney World Jul 7, 2025 00:59:51 Walt Disney World has been built on stories that are embedded in attractions both relaxing and thrilling. It seems that there have been more thrilling rides lately, but what is the right balance and what do guests want? In this episode, we share our opinions on how thrills do and don’t work in the parks and how they figure into the future.

Ep. 549 - WDW Fan Zone Show - To Thrill or not To Thrill at Walt Disney World Jul 7, 2025 Walt Disney World has been built on stories that are embedded in attractions both relaxing and thrilling. It seems that there have been more thrilling rides lately, but what is the right balance and what do guests want? In this episode, we share our opinions on how thrills do and don’t work in the parks and how they figure into the future.

Ep. 548 - WDW Fan Zone Show - History and Americana at Walt Disney World Jun 30, 2025 00:40:38 As we approach the 249th birthday of the US, we will share places where you can find obvious and subtle references to US history and basic Americana in the parks and resorts. Some of our examples will come through pop quiz questions for our podcast hosts!

Ep. 548 - WDW Fan Zone Show - US History and Americana at Walt Disney World Jun 30, 2025 As we approach the 249th birthday of the US, we will share places where you can find obvious and subtle references to US history and basic Americana in the parks and resorts. Some of our examples will come through pop quiz questions for our podcast hosts!

Ep. 547 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Crowds at Walt Disney World Jun 23, 2025 00:50:47 Crowds and Walt Disney World go hand in hand. In this episode we discuss where we see crowds and their impact - lines for attractions, ability to obtain dining reservations, entrance to parks, virtual queues, space on transportation, and more. We'll talk about how Disney manages crowds, how well we think they do it, what we think about how they do it, and share our ideas for avoiding them or dea

Ep. 547 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Managing Crowds at Walt Disney World Jun 23, 2025 Crowds and Walt Disney World go hand in hand. In this episode we discuss where we see crowds and their impact - lines for attractions, ability to obtain dining reservations, entrance to parks, virtual queues, space on transportation, and more. We'll talk about how Disney manages crowds, how well we think they do it, what we think about how they do it, and share our ideas for avoiding them or dea

Ep. 546 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Must-Do's for first time Magic Kingdom Visitors Jun 16, 2025 The Magic Kingdom is the first park at Walt Disney World Resort and is the most visited park in the US. Visiting Walt Disney World for the first time can be daunting for many reasons, but our podcast hosts try to help with our list of must-do activities for a first visit to Magic Kingdom from attractions to dining and more. Our ideas might vary for those who might never get back to those who wil

Ep. 546 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Must Do's for First Time Magic Kingdom Visitors Jun 16, 2025 The Magic Kingdom is the first park at Walt Disney World Resort and is the most visited park in the US. Visiting Walt Disney World for the first time can be daunting for many reasons, but our podcast hosts try to help with our list of must-do activities for a first visit to Magic Kingdom from attractions to dining and more. Our ideas might vary for those who might never get back to those who wil

Ep. 545 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Piston Peak is coming - what we like and dislike Jun 9, 2025 00:44:43 Walt Disney World has announced that the Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island will close next month and shared some details about Piston Peak National Park - the new land based on the Cars franchise. We don't know everything yet, but we'll discuss what we each like and don't like so much about what we know so far and our hopes and expectations for the future.

Ep. 545 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Piston Peak is coming - what we like and don't like (as much) Jun 9, 2025 Walt Disney World has announced that the Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island will close next month and shared some details about Piston Peak National Park - the new land based on the Cars franchise. We don't know everything yet, but we'll discuss what we each like and don't like so much about what we know so far and our hopes and expectations for the future.

Ep. 544 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Attraction Re-ride-ability at Walt Disney World Jun 2, 2025 00:59:08 We return this week to talk about what factors we think make attractions and shows worth experiencing over and over again, which ones we think are most “re-ride-able” and which we think are least so.

Ep. 544 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Attraction Re-ride-ability at Walt Disney World Jun 2, 2025 We return this week to talk about what factors we think make attractions and shows worth experiencing over and over again, which ones we think are most “re-ride-able” and which we think are least so.

Ep. 543 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Best Stories at Walt Disney World May 18, 2025 00:55:09 The Disney parks have been driven by stories for the past 70 years and Disney does story better than anyone. In this episode, we share our favorite examples of where and how Disney imagineers have infused story into parks, lands, attractions, resorts, restaurants, and even restrooms! What are some of our favorites and let us know if you agree with ours.

Ep. 543 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Best Stories at Walt Disney World May 18, 2025 The Disney parks have been driven by stories for the past 70 years and Disney does story better than anyone. In this episode, we share our favorite examples of where and how Disney imagineers have infused story into parks, lands, attractions, resorts, restaurants, and even restrooms! What are some of our favorites and let us know if you agree with ours.

Ep. 542 - WDW Fan Zone Show - WDW Iconic Food May 12, 2025 01:08:09 The Dole Whip is an iconic snack at Walt Disney World with countless fans. This week, our podcast crew discuss other iconic food choices from the parks and resorts, what they are, where they can be found, why we and so many other guests like them, whether we think they deserve to be iconic, and any other thoughts we have about them. Mmmmmmmmmm!

Ep. 542 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Iconic Foods of Walt Disney World May 12, 2025 The Dole Whip is an iconic snack at Walt Disney World with countless fans. This week, our podcast crew discuss other iconic food choices from the parks and resorts, what they are, where they can be found, why we and so many other guests like them, whether we think they deserve to be iconic, and any other thoughts we have about them. Mmmmmmmmmm!

Ep. 541 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Top 5 New Experiences for 2025 May 5, 2025 00:54:49 Universal may be opening a new park up the street, but Walt Disney World has several new experiences planned for 2025 also. We will each count down our Top 5 new WDW experiences for 2025 from number 5 to number 1 with number 1 being the experience we’re most anticipating. What is your top 5 and what is your order?

Ep. 541 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Top 5 New Experiences for 2025 May 5, 2025 Universal may be opening a new park up the street, but Walt Disney World has several new experiences planned for 2025 also. We will each count down our Top 5 new WDW experiences for 2025 from number 5 to number 1 with number 1 being the experience we’re most anticipating. What is your top 5 and what is your order?

Ep. 540 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Waiting at Walt Disney World Apr 28, 2025 00:57:36 There can be lots of waiting at WDW - attractions, transportation, rooms, food - counter service and mobile order and table service, coffee, park entrance, rope drop and more. Our hosts will remind listeners about these impacts, ideas on how to minimize the waits, and how you can make your waits more effective including doing other things while you wait.

Ep. 540 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Waiting at Walt Disney World Apr 28, 2025 There can be lots of waiting at WDW - attractions, transportation, rooms, food - counter service and mobile order and table service, coffee, park entrance, rope drop and more. Our hosts will remind listeners about these impacts, ideas on how to minimize the waits, and how you can make your waits more effective including doing other things while you wait.

Ep. 539 - WDW Fan Zone Show -Things New Guests (and Even Disney Fans) Miss at the Parks Apr 21, 2025 01:01:28 There is a lot to see at Walt Disney Wold and visitors often get caught up in experiencing attractions and shows. This week we share two things at each park that new visitors often miss as well as one thing at each park that even recurring visitors miss. If we have time, we’ll do the same for the rest of the Walt Disney World Resort (resort hotels, Disney Springs, and other parts of the Resort)

Ep. 539 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Things New Guests (and Even Disney Fans) Miss at the Parks Apr 21, 2025 There is a lot to see at Walt Disney Wold and visitors often get caught up in experiencing attractions and shows. This week we share two things at each park that new visitors often miss as well as one thing at each park that even recurring visitors miss. If we have time, we’ll do the same for the rest of the Walt Disney World Resort (resort hotels, Disney Springs, and other parts of the Resort).

Ep. 538 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Transportation Likes and Don’t Likes Apr 14, 2025 01:02:45 Our podcast team discusses 3 things we like and 3 things we don’t like about each of the transportation options around Walt Disney World. Transportation includes buses, monorails, rental cars, the Skyliner, Friendship boats, ferry boats, Uber/Lyft, Minnie Vans, walking, and maybe some miscellaneous items.

Ep. 538 - WDW Fan Zone Show - Transportation Likes and Don’t Likes Apr 14, 2025 Our podcast team discusses 3 things we like and 3 things we don’t like about each of the transportation options around Walt Disney World. Transportation includes buses, monorails, rental cars, the Skyliner, Friendship boats, ferry boats, Uber/Lyft, Minnie Vans, walking, and maybe some miscellaneous items.

Ep. 537 - WDW Fan Zone Show - DVC Lounge, Cake Bake Shop, and More Apr 10, 2025 00:59:29 Fresh off John’s visit to Walt Disney World, he will share some insight on new offerings and the other hosts will discuss the findings and ask their own questions. Other topics include scarceness of straws, Garden Rocks concert approaches, Mobile Ordering, Astro Orbiter, Lightning Lane Tier 1, Kilimanjaro Safaris, and more.

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