Episode 2450 - The Joy of Bringing a 1st-Timer, Art of Animation Resort, Genie+, "Best Memories Ever", More (36:09-42:17)
Episode 2446 - runDisney Princess Half-Marathon Weekend 2024 Review, Pop Century Resort, Savoring The Magic (55:46-56:46)
Episode 2401 - Listener Questions
-25:05 Michael decides between using Individual Lightning Lanes and Virtual Queues to ride Rise of the Resistance and Guardians of the Galaxy
Episode 2384 - 2 Weeks at Caribbean Beach Resort, Beach Club - Club Level & Starcruiser; Traveling from the UK; The Magic Is Real (33:37-34:35; 39:52-44:40)
Episode 2376 - Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Genie+ & DAS Together, Medieval Times, A Cool Tradition Begins (18:23-35:31)
Episode 2372 - Polynesian Village Resort, Halloween Party Highlights, Savor the Savannah at Animal Kingdom, Capture Your Moment, More (37:38-41:32)
Episode 2368 - Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Family of 5, Genie Plus Magic, Character-palooza, More (14:09-23:17)
Episode 2333 - Listener Questions
-12:38 Kate asks about watching animated Ashoka Star Wars content on Disney+ in her hotel room and wonders if Ashoka characters will appear in Galaxy's Edge
Episode 2324 - Boulder Ridge Villas, Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, Topolino’s Terrace, Party of 14 (29:27-36:05)
Episode 2320 - Mike & Scott Discuss Everything But The Podcast Cruise (31:59-40:07)
Episode 2291 - Listener Questions
-39:58 Mackenzie asks if Genie Plus is worth purchasing for her Hollywood Studios day and wonders if she should rope drop Rise of the Resistance, Slinky Dog Dash, or Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway
Episode 2240 - What We Learned At Walt Disney World Last Week (31:35-34:26)
Episode 2239 - Listener Questions
-35:40 Mark asks about riding Rise of the Resistance and Ratatouille as a guest prone to motion sickness
Episode 2231 - Listener Questions
-25:15 Ryan decides between first booking an Individual Lightning Lane for Rise of the Resistance and his first regular Genie Plus attraction of the day
-28:04 Lee asks if Rise of the Resistance and Guardians of the Galaxy will be too jerky for his elderly parents. Lee also asks if Tron will initially only be accessible to Cast Members and AP holders. Individual Lightning Lane and the virtual queue are discussed
-32:59 Katie asks about getting Individual Lightning lanes and Genie Plus reservations for Rise of the Resistance, Slinky Dog Dash, and Cosmic Rewind
Episode 2222 - 2 Bedroom Villa at Old Key West Resort, Extended Family, First Trip in Many Years, December 2022 (23:09-27:43)
Episode 2219 - Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Savi’s Workshop, Mosaic-Making, Anniversary Magic (14:27-27:20)
Episode 2205 - Riverside, Pop Century, Polynesian, 15 Nights at Walt Disney World (12:42-12:55)
Episode 2201 - Party of 18, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, Great Cast Member Stories, Family Fun (26:33-29:59)
Episode 2180 - Disney’s Boardwalk Villas, Growing Up ”DVC”, Vintage Disney T-Shirt Collecting, More (12:44-17:52)
Episode 2157 - Port Orleans Riverside When WDW Shut Down for COVID; Port Orleans French Quarter 2 Years Later - Two Stories (22:59-27:30)
Episode 2153 - Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Extended Family, Jaleo, Mama Melrose, Dessert Party, Family Memories (33:02-40:28)
Episode 2145 - Walt Disney World Dolphin, Space 220, Brown Derby, Theme Park Fun, ”That Guy!” (40:22-43:00; 47:42-50:36)
Episode 2133 - Bay Lake Tower, Extended Family, Star Wars Experiences, Genie Plus Tips, More (32:02-42:16)
Episode 2129 - Fiance’s First Walt Disney World Experience, Coronado Springs, Star Wars Magic, More (15:36-23:59)
Episode 2125 - Disney’s Beach Club Villas - 2 Bedroom, Extended Family, Genie Plus Tips, Typhoon Lagoon, More (34:31-39:27)
Episode 2111 - Listener Questions
-36:43 Ean thinks about getting Genie+ or individual Lightning Lanes for her family's day at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Episode 2090 - Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Resort, Caring for Giants, Wilderness Explorers, Topolino’s Terrace, California Grill, More (40:35-42:24)
Episode 2087 - Listener Questions
-24:21 Paul asks if he can bring a lightsaber built at Savii's to the Magic Kingdom
Episode 2068 - Disney’s Coronado Springs, Family of 7, Space 220, Theme Parks, Balloon Babysitting, More, March 2022 (45:14-47:57)
Episode 2066 - Listener Questions
-17:15 Wyatt asks about obtaining Batuuan Spira gift cards outside of the theme parks. Wyatt also asks about saving money on transportation
-46:27 Kelly asks if Disney has a service that transports lightsabers and droids from Hollywood Studios to onsite resorts. Kelly also asks if Genie+ can be used during extra evening hours
Episode 2049 - Disney’s Riviera & Old Key West Resorts, Universal’s Cabana Bay, Amazing Dining, More (41:33-42:22)
Episode 2045 - Disney’s Boardwalk Villas & Caribbean Beach Resorts, Genie Plus Tips, Star Wars Experiences, More (34:00-36:30)
Episode 2037 - Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Extended Family of 12, Cinderella’s Royal Table, Genie Plus, More (20:46-27:24)
Episode 2024 - Disney’s All-Star Movies, Capture Your Moment, Universal, Yachtsman Steakhouse, More (18:48-21:09)
Episode 2021 - Disney’s Art of Animation Cars Family Suite, Thoughts on Genie Plus, Celebrating the Holidays, More (14:28-33:10)
Episode 2012 - Disney‘s Copper Creek Villas, Building a Droid, Amazing Dining, Universal, More (25:26-32:10)
Episode 1990 - Disney‘s Art of Animation Resort, First-time Experiences, Cookies for Breakfast, More -August 2021 (17:43-23:06; 44:06-45:25)
Episode 1986 - Disney‘s Riviera Resort, Rope Drop Park Touring, Great Meals, August 2021 (27:46-34:08)
Episode 1979 - Beach Club Villas, Stormalong Bay Time, Friends & Fun, September 2021 (14:37-18:43)
Episode 1976 - Disney‘s Caribbean Beach, Star Wars Fun, Capture Your Moment, More (19:40-22:46)
Episode 1973 - Listener Questions
-14:25 Alfred wonders what time he should arrive at Epcot on October 2, 2021 and how the crowds will compare to those at the Magic Kingdom on October 1. Rikki discusses the Ratatouille virtual queue. Rise of the Resistance and potential crowds at Hollywood Studios are discussed
-23:40 Colleen shares a trip report including Epcot, the Food and Wine Festival, Epcot Forever, Caribbean Beach, the Riviera, Wine Bar George, Gideon's, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Rise of the Resistance
Episode 1972 - Disney‘s Pop Century, All 4 Theme Parks, Great Meals, Family (14:58-23:13)
Episode 1969 - Listener Questions
-8:22 Bethany asks if she should cancel one of her two Park Pass reservations for Disney's Hollywood Studios since Rise of the Resistance is opening its standby queue
Episode 1968 - Coronado Springs, Riviera, Copper Creek, Late-night Park Fun, Family Memories (23:42-28:44)
Episode 1965 - Listener Questions
-44:13 Joe asks if he can get a Rise of the Resistance boarding group from offsite if he has a hotel reservation and a Park Pass reservation
Episode 1961 - Listener Questions
-21:15 Bob asks about swapping Park Pass reservations between Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios such as to increase his chances at getting a Rise of the Resistance boarding group
Episode 1957 - Listener Questions
-23:59 Courtney discusses more availability for Rise of the Resistance boarding groups. Recent low crowds are discussed
Episode 1956 - Pop Century, Large Group, Savi’s Workshop, Universal, Beach Time - June 2021 (19:47-29:53)
Episode 1954 - Listener Questions
-30:44 Mitch asks about Rise of the Resistance boarding groups and the propriety of buying Very Merriest tickets when he already has five-day park hopper tickets and a split-resort stay
-43:12 A listener asks if Oga's Cantina is worth visiting with three children
Episode 1949 - Beach & Yacht Club, Family of 4, Great Memories, July 2021 (20:32-27:49)
Episode 1945 - Ultimate VIP Tour Day, Pop Century, First Trip, March 2021 (37:06-41:27)
Episode 1938 - Listener Questions
-28:43 Lauren asks about about entering Disney's Hollywood Studios for an 8:15 AM reservation at Savi's Workshop when the park isn't scheduled to open until 9 AM
Episode 1937 - Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Family of 3, Big Coaster Dreams and Great Dining - May 2021 (23:51-30:20)
Episode 1934 - Listener Questions
-23:23 Paul asks about planning his park reservations for the final two days of a four-day Thanksgiving trip, highlighting Disney's Hollywood Studios and thinking about doing a second Magic Kingdom day for the 50th Anniversary festivities while park hopping to Animal Kingdom
Episode 1933 - Mike’s Epic Three Resort Walt Disney World Trip Report (31:13-32:20; 39:40-46:27)
Episode 1927 - Disney’s Yacht Club & Grand Floridian Resorts, Daughter’s 1st Trip, March 2021 (19:09-21:27)
Episode 1923 - Disney’s Boardwalk Villas, Bay Lake Tower, Family Fun, April 2021 (31:49-42:21)
Episode 1920 - Listener Questions
-31:48 Karen wonders if FastPass Plus is ever coming back and ponders strategy with park reservations so as to obtain Rise of the Resistance boarding passes
Episode 1916 - Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village, Friends Traveling Together, April 2021 (26:37-29:15)
Episode 1912 - Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, Adults-Only 4 Parks Adventure (33:35-44:06)
Episode 1909 - Listener Questions
-42:24 Chip asks about protocol for obtaining a boarding pass for Rise of the Resistance
Episode 1908 - Rikki’s “Grand” Weekend with Family at Walt Disney World (43:26-46:30)
Episode 1905 - Listener Questions
-8:23 Betsy ponders the fate of the Rise of the Resistance boarding pass system if the Park Pass reservation system is ended
Episode 1904 - Disney’s Riviera Resort, 4 Parks in 1 Day, Party of 5, Spring Break 2021 (14:31-18:11)
Episode 1903 - Craziest Things We’ve Done at Walt Disney World (21:56-26:36; 33:09-39:15)
Episode 1900 - Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, Park/Non-Park Balance, Outdoor Dining, Spring Break 2021 (25:05-29:48)
Episode 1899 - Mike’s Trip Report from The Hilton/Coronado Springs and Rikki Rides Velocicoaster (22:22-24:54; 29:29-35:45)
Episode 1897 - Caribbean Beach & Pop Century Resorts, Flower & Garden Festival, March/April 2021 (15:40-18:27; 34:32-35:52)
Episode 1894 - 2 Bedroom Villa at Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village, Great Meals, Fun Memories, April 2021 (22:14-29:07)
Episode 1890 - Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Universal’s Cabana Bay Resort, March 2021 (45:41-48:52)
Episode 1887 - Listener Questions
-15:49 Julie asks what to do when an Oga's reservation and a Rise of the Resistance boarding pass time conflict
Episode 1886 - Boardwalk Villas Lock-Off, Family of 5, Great Parks, Meals, Memories - January 2021 (20:13-36:53)
Episode 1879 - Listener Questions
-8:22 Len asks if Rise of the Resistance has improved reliability-wise since its opening
-20:55 Jennifer asks if rider swap is available for Rise of the Resistance
Episode 1878 - Art of Animation for 2 Weeks, Great Meals and Thrils, January 2021 (18:01-21:51)
Episode 1873 - Contemporary Resort, Princesses & Coasters, Mommy/Daughter (16:15-24:41)
Episode 1870 - Listener Questions
-19:53 Donnie asks if rider swap is offered at Rise of the Resistance
Episode 1869 - He Asked; She Said Yes! Caribbean Beach/Coronado Springs, Many Memories (30:07-39:48)
Episode 1865 - First Trip with Daughter, First Time in Galaxy’s Edge, February 2021 (10:07-12:14; 20:34-33:58)
Episode 1862 - Listener Questions
-21:44 Amy asks about deleting friends and family contacts from the My Disney Experience app before attempting to obtain a Rise of the Resistance boarding pass
Episode 1858 - Listener Questions
-9:22 Rachel asks about touring the Walt Disney World theme parks over Thanksgiving week, including tips for getting Rise of the Resistance boarding passes
Episode 1857 - Pop Century, Running with Friends, Great Times in January (30:42-37:16)
Episode 1854 - Listener Questions
-6:57 Angie seeks tips for getting a boarding pass for Rise of the Resistance
-13:39 Len asks if he can obtain a Rise of the Resistance boarding pass if he park hops to Hollywood Studios
Episode 1851 - Listener Questions
-8:53 Krista ponders motion sickness risk on Rise of the Resistance
Episode 1847 - Boardwalk Villas, Celebration, Park Hopping into 2021 (25:48-27:36)
Episode 1843 - First-time Experiences, Awesome Snacks, Family Fun (12:17-20:56)
Episode 1838 - More Listener Questions
-12:18 Ashley asks in what order she should prioritize reservations for Chef Mickey's, Oga's Cantina, Beaches and Cream, and Droid Depot. Mike says to prioritize reservations based on popularity rather than trip chronology. Ashley also asks about decorating windows at Pop Century
Episode 1836 - Listener Questions
-35:31 Samantha ponders the best strategies for touring Hollywood Studios
Episode 1831 - Pop Century with Family, Caribbean Beach with Friends (35:14-39:05)
Episode 1823 - Coronado Springs Resort, Disney Honeymoon, November 2020 (15:38-17:55)
Episode 1815 - Riviera Resort, Copper Creek Villas, Thanksgiving 2020 (9:00-11:43; 21:33-26:05)
Episode 1814 - Highlights From the Weekend at Walt Disney World (20:49-31:45) Rise of the Resistance
Episode 1807 - Surprise Trip to the Riviera, Road Trip with Kids, Holiday Celebrations (24:24-29:23)
Episode 1804 - Listener Questions
-24:51 Mike and Pam ponder the greatest distance beyond Walt Disney World property from where guests can make reservations for Rise of the Resistance. Stephanie says she was able to secure a reservation from South Carolina
Episode 1800 - Listener Questions
-15:22 Jamie asks how early before Hollywood Studios park opening she should queue for the Skyliner at Pop Century. The change in boarding pass protocol for Rise of the Resistance is discussed. Kara asks if people from her Friends and Family list on My Disney Experience can make boarding pass reservations, and Beverley asks how the new boarding pass system has impacted park opening protocol at Hollywood Studios
Episode 1799 - Coronado Springs Resort, Star Wars Experiences, November 2020 (30:17-46:16)
Episode 1791 - Pop Century, Dining Tips, Halloween Celebrations, October 2020 (42:33-43:46)
Episode 1784 - Listener Questions
-22:49 Andrea decides between driving to Disney's Hollywood Studios and taking the Skyliner from Pop Century to the park such as to get a boarding group for Rise of the Resistance. Pam recommends taking Uber or Lyft
Episode 1783 - Family of 7, Grand Floridian, Old Key West, More - October 2020 (22:16-31:36)
Episode 1780 - Listener Questions
-17:55 Christopher decides between spending the final day of his three-day vacation at Disney's Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom, being more interested in the offerings at the former park but tempted by the generally-lower COVID crowd levels at the latter. Rise of the Resistance is discussed
Episode 1775 - Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Amazing Dining & Memories (21:05-22:55)
Episode 1772 - Listener Questions
-20:59 Meg decides between starting her day at Disney's Hollywood Studios at Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway and at Toy Story Land such as to experience the lowest wait times at rope drop. Rikki recommends still attempting to obtain a boarding pass for Rise of the Resistance
-30:18 Peter shares observations about queue wait times, transportation protocol, and seeing Galaxy's Edge after dark from his September 2020 trip
Episode 1771 - Copper Creek Villas, First Time Guests, October 2019 (16:23-21:41)
Episode 1767 - Animal Kingdom Lodge, Caribbean Beach, Swan, More (23:07-26:01)
Episode 1763 - Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge & Grand Floridian Villas, Special Events, August 2019 (26:03-27:55) Dessert Party
Episode 1760 - Listener Questions
-8:05 Natalie and Celia ask about boarding pass protocol at Rise of the Resistance
-15:15 Mark wonders if Rise of the Resistance will ever utilize a physical queue
Episode 1756 - Listener Questions
-33:55 Mckayla seeks a good place to start touring at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Episode 1755 - Disney’s Riviera & Pop Century Resorts; Younger Guests; August 2020 (18:32-21:29)
Episode 1752 - Listener Questions
-18:44 Christopher asks about the different buildings at Caribbean Beach, especially concerning access to the main building and the Skyliner. Requesting rooms, and Skyliner transportation to Disney's Hollywood Studios for Galaxy's Edge are discussed
-30:28 Daniel asks if guests without appropriate mobile devices can order food from quick service restaurants or secure reservations for Rise of the Resistance
Episode 1751 - 39.3 Magical Miles, 2 Friends, 1 Great Trip (36:09-38:28)
Episode 1748 - Listener Questions
-9:58 Michael asks about Mike's experience on Smugglers Run
-26:29 Michael ponders the waits at Pop Century for the Skyliner once Art of Animation reopens. The fastest options to Disney's Hollywood Studios for Rise of the Resistance boarding groups are pondered
Episode 1747 - Mike & Mallory’s Daddy/Daughter Adventure (18:57-29:59)
Episode 1746 - A Whole “Different” World (27:40-29:41) Smugglers Run
Episode 1745 - Listener Questions
-3:19 Daniel asks how early he should queue for the Skyliner from Pop Century to Disney's Hollywood Studios to get an optimal boarding group for Rise of the Resistance. Mike discusses mobile ordering protocol at the Pop Century food court
Episode 1739 - Listener Questions
-6:54 Sarah discusses her experience with Rise of the Resistance, a guest not following Disney's mask requirements, and a positive experience with a Cast Member
Episode 1731 - Family of 12 at Polynesian Village - January 2020 (28:01-29:25) Rise of the Resistance
Episode 1721 - Listener Questions
-17:00 Lindsey asks about booking park reservations for her upcoming trip, Rise of the Resistance being a major priority. Revised Rise of the Resistance boarding procedures are discussed
-31:23 Sean asks about new Rise of the Resistance reservation protocol
Episode 1717 - The Walt Disney World Quiz (11:26-12:46; 14:27-15:18; 37:01-38:35) Star Tours; Smugglers Run; Rise of the Resistance
Episode 1715 - Listener Questions
-25:47 William asks when reservation windows for Savi's Workshop will reopen from COVID
Episode 1709 - Listener Questions
-34:19 Amanda asks if experiences like Droid Depot at Galaxy's Edge will be available when the parks reopen from COVID. Lightsabers are also discussed, and Rikki discusses reservation protocol
Episode 1689 - Disney’s Boardwalk Inn, Port Orleans Riverside, Victoria & Alberts, Making Lightsabers, More (9:35-12:04)
Episode 1669 - Bring Back Three (31:24-35:15) Star Wars Weekends
Episode 1663 - Trapped In Echo Lake (10:52-16:37) Jedi Training Academy and Star Tours
Episode 1661 - Listener Questions
-4:08 Phil ponders the best Star Wars movie to watch
Episode 1654 - February & October Split-Stay Trips (29:25-32:25)
Episode 1629 - Aulani to Walt Disney World; Halloween to Christmas (23:34-29:03)
Episode 1617 - Coronado Springs, January 2020, Frozen Dessert Party, More (13:55-21:10)
Episode 1615 - Listener Questions
-14:57 Len asks about making reservations to make a Lightsaber at Savi's Workshop
Episode 1614 - Treehouse Villas, Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, Evacuating from a Hurricane, More (14:26-18:33; 30:50-31:46)
Episode 1611 - Listener Questions
-15:09 Michael asks about getting a role other than pilot on Smugglers Run
Episode 1608 - Listener Questions
-17:34 Van asks how much time elapses between boarding group calls at Rise of the Resistance
-19:44 Wesley asks if Rise of the Resistance or Flight of Passage is a better attraction
-23:06 Gregory asks how child swap works at Rise of the Resistance
Episode 1607 - Combining Walt Disney World & Baseball with Jared Diamond (12:23-19:07)
Episode 1605 - Listener Questions
-38:57 Megan asks about taking an infant to Walt Disney World, including recommendations for Galaxy's Edge and accommodations for a second family
Episode 1604 - The Long Journey to Dopey (28:59-32:49)
Episode 1602 - Listener Questions
-15:27 Craig ponders new additions to Walt Disney World since late-2018 and asks about the boarding groups at Rise of the Resistance
-20:06 Jason asks if his child can come into Savis Workshop to construct his lightsaber and his wife to view the process when he's only made one reservation, for himself
-34:03 Ron decides between making a FastPass Plus reservation for Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway and Smugglers Run
Episode 1599 - Listener Questions
-35:06 Will asks if he will have to wait to enter Epcot to walk back to the Beach Club after running the Wine and Dine Half-Marathon, Will also wonders if Rise of the Resistance will offer FastPass Plus by November
Episode 1598 - Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Honeymoon from the UK (29:14-35:47)
Episode 1597 - Disney News & Top 10 Places to Relax at Walt Disney World (12:09-15:02; 26:31-29:48)
Episode 1594 - Festival of the Arts 2020 Preview (10:03-13:12)
Episode 1593 - Listener Questions
-5:15 Chris asks about touring Galaxy's Edge with a toddler, considering that none of the attractions are conducive for younger children
-24:23 Jean asks if an entire group has to be inside Disney's Hollywood Studios for each member to receive a boarding pass for Rise of the Resistance
-33:22 Melissa asks if cast members in Rise of the Resistance break character if children are visibly scared
Episode 1592 - Disney’s Saratoga Spring Resort - Rise Grand Opening - December 2019 (31:48-43:42)
Episode 1591 - runDisney Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 2020 Live Recap (8:33-14:30;17:21-18:01; 19:06-20:41; 24:56-26:13; 31:27-32:28)
Episode 1584 - Listener Questions
-4:19 Rikki and Pam share their experiences in getting to ride Rise of the Resistance
-20:31 Nina talks about riding Rise of the Resistance on opening day
Episode 1582 - Listener Questions
-31:15 Trish seeks tips for runners to experience Rise of the Resistance over Marathon Weekend
Episode 1576 - Packing to Plus Your Next Winter Walt Disney World Trip (9:49-24:15)
Episode 1575 - Listener Questions
-18:44 Megan asks about touring Disney's Hollywood Studios, especially Galaxy's Edge, in June
Episode 1574 - Port Orleans French Quarter, Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs, Great Memories (16:04-20:05)
Episode 1573 - Why Big And Small Attractions Are Equally Important At Walt Disney World
Episode 1572 - Listener Questions
-18:08 Bob wonders when Disney's Hollywood Studios will announce its January Extra Magic Hours schedule. Rise of the Resistance is discussed
Episode 1571 - Live Calls & Walt Disney World Mini-Trip Reports (32:16-38:54; 56:23-1:01:00)
Episode 1569 - Listener Questions
-25:33 Katie asks about doing Hollywood Studios, only for Galaxy's Edge, and Epcot, mainly for food and drink, in one day
Episode 1566 - Listener Questions
-31:20 Jennifer asks if the Galaxy's Edge Boarding Pass will be in effect for Rise of the Resistance's opening weekend
Episode 1559 - More Listener Questions
-13:13 Jessica asks if she and her two children, ages four and six, should start with Toy Story Land or Smuggler's Run when attending 8AM Extra Magic Hours at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Episode 1557 - Listener Questions
-15:20 Jeff decides between doing Galaxy's Edge and Epcot Forever on a Saturday night during the Food and Wine Festival with a child
Episode 1554 - Listener Questions
-21:47 Bob asks about protocol for entering Galaxy's Edge
-31:43 Jennifer asks if she should cancel her reservation at Oga's Cantina if she is only using it to enter Galaxy's Edge
Episode 1550 - The Show Pony - Chris Childers from ESPNU Radio - Ultimate Disney Fan (14:33-21:17)
Episode 1549 - Thoughts on the Disney Skyliner, Epcot Forever, Galaxy’s Edge, More (25:16-41:24)
Episode 1545 - Listener Questions
-35:44 Jordan ponders the extent to which the pilot on Smugglers Run affects the ride's outcome, especially as concerns a child
Episode 1541 - Port Orleans French Quarter, Caribbean Beach, Fall at Walt Disney World (15:48-18:07)
Episode 1537 - Galaxy’s Edge, Food & Wine Festival, Coronado Springs, More (7:07-22:53; 24:40-29:32)
Episode 1534 - Live Calls, Galaxy’s Edge, Disney Dining, Christmas, More (4:37-8:45; 18:08-29:34; 35:22-45:30)
Episode 1533 - Listener Questions
-3:38 Leanne asks about storing droids from Savi’s Workshop while riding Smugglers Run
-5:06 Jessica asks if she must order something at Oga's Cantina if she is using her reservation there to get into Galaxy's Edge
Episode 1528 - Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge - A First Experience
Episode 1527 - Listener Questions
-9:33 Sarah asks if Extra Extra Magic Hours at Disney's Hollywood Studios are for the entire park or only for Galaxy's Edge
Episode 1525 - What We Are Into at Walt Disney World Right Now (4:00-15:02)
Episode 1524 - Listener Questions
-8:33 Mara ponders the September crowds at Disney's Hollywood Studios considering Galaxy's Edge
-32:52 Mary says she hasn't had trouble making reservations for Galaxy's Edge activities and wonders if the crowds won't be too bad
Episode 1518 - Listener Questions
-3:57 Zack asks about the logistics of an Annual Pass Preview Event, the one for Galaxy's Edge in this case
-17:35 Nick asks about packing a custom-built Lightsaber from Savi's Workshop for his airplane trip home. Rikki cites TSA policy
-36:57 Jennifer asks if she should watch the Star Wars films before visiting Galaxy's Edge. Jennifer also asks if she can take remote-controlled droids on her Disney Cruise
Episode 1515 - Listener Questions
-18:51 Nina seeks strategies for enjoying Rise of the Resistance's opening day while staying at the Boardwalk
Episode 1512 - Listener Questions
-30:42 Sheri asks if Disney will likely still offer Early Morning Magic, After Hours Parties, and VIP Animal Kingdom tours after Galaxy's Edge's opening. Sheri also asks if, in place of these experiences, she should upgrade to Club Level during her stay at the Polynesian and buy extra FastPass Plus reservations
Episode 1510 - Simple, Obvious Improvements for Walt Disney World (35:01-41:51)
Episode 1509 - Recent Disney News & Thoughts with Rikki & Matt Parrish (19:34-30:24; 44:51-54:52)
Episode 1506 - Listener Questions
-17:56 Spencer asks when he should arrive at Hollywood Studios for Galaxy's Edge's opening weekend
Episode 1497 - Listener Questions
-6:24 Cindy asks if her party with two teenagers should take advantage of the 6AM Extra Extra Morning Magic Hours for Galaxy's Edge in October
Episode 1491 - Listener Questions
-14:55 Malcolm talks about his upcoming trip with an emphasis on Galaxy's Edge
-19:32 James asks if he should tour Galaxy's Edge during an upcoming solo trip or if he should wait for a trip with his family soon thereafter
-32:41 Shelia decides between breakfast and dinner at Olivia's Cafe. Shelia also ponders crowds at Galaxy's Edge
-39:25 John asks if Disney will close the walkway between the Beach Club and Disney's Hollywood Studios on the night before Galaxy's Edge's opening
Episode 1486 - Pam’s Experiences with Galaxy’s Edge, Disney’s Riviera, DHS 30th Anniversary, More (29:46-45:02)
Episode 1485 - Extra, Extra Listener Questions
-21:25 Kristen asks if she should move her September 2019 Walt Disney World trip to May 2020 such as to experience lower crowds at Galaxy's Edge, because she will be staying offsite and Disney is offering additional Extra Magic Hours for onsite guests
-39:17 Whitney wonders if Galaxy's Edge will be that crowded at the commencement of the special 6AM Extra Magic Hours
Episode 1484 - Star Wars Half-Marathon Weekend, Coronado Springs, Galaxy’s Edge (32:30-37:37)
Episode 1483 - Live Calls Talking Disney After Hours, Riviera Resort, Woody’s Roundup Rodeo, More (24:22-31:51)
Episode 1464 - Listener Questions
-36:08 Rob asks if the attractions at Galaxy's Edge will offer FastPass Plus
Episode 1463 - Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Easter 2018, Water Parks, Extended Family (After 38:58)
Episode 1461 - Listener Questions
-30:23 A listener from Israel asks how the opening of Galaxy's Edge will affect crowds at the Animal Kingdom throughout September 2019. The listener also asks if offsite guests can use the Skyliner
Episode 1458 - Listener Questions
-9:45 Sarah asks if she can realistically attend Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party and visit Galaxy's Edge in a twenty-four-hour period in late October while flying in directly before the Halloween Party and flying out directly after Galaxy's Edge
-18:30 Craig asks about touring Disney's Hollywood Studios on Galaxy's Edge's opening day, considering that he booked his trip before the opening announcement
Episode 1457 - Len Testa (14:23-28:35)
Episode 1455 - Listener Questions
-3:16 Mike and Rikki talk about Disney's recent announcements about Galaxy's Edge, including the attractions and character costumes
-24:05 Marlisa asks when she should book her vacation to see Galaxy's Edge
-30:20 Steve asks if he can realistically see both Fantasmic and the Star Wars fireworks on the same night, when Fantasmic is scheduled for 8:30 and the fireworks for 9:00
Episode 1443 - Listener Questions
-14:57 Jessica asks how the opening of Galaxy's Edge will affect the crowds at Marathon Weekend 2020
-27:25 Betsy asks if Disney will offer Free Dining around Christmas 2019 considering the debut of Galaxy's Edge
Episode 1440 - Listener Questions
-19:56 TJ asks about the future of the Voyage of the Little Mermaid show at Disney's Hollywood Studios considering the closure of other classic attractions and the debut of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge
Episode 1437 - Listener Questions
-21:42 Jenna asks how February 2020 crowds at Walt Disney World will compare with crowds around Easter 2020, considering Star Wars Land
Episode 1425 - Listener Questions
-18:06 Peter from Australia decides between buying tickets for fourteen days and buying an Annual Pass. Peter also asks about touring the parks during March and April 2020, especially considering the opening of Galaxy's Edge. Tips for international visitors are discussed
Episode 1414 - The Latest Walt Disney World News (15:40-25:34)
Episode 1395 - Listener Questions
-25:09 Sharon seeks the best strategy to sign up for Jedi Training Academy
Episode 1392 - Listener Questions
-30:18 Jessica asks if she can realistically make the 8:30 Star Wars fireworks at Disney's Hollywood Studios after a 6:35 ADR at Trattoria al Forno
Episode 1388 - Sisters, Star Wars, Pop Century, Flower & Garden Festival & More (6:48-22:34)
Episode 1386 - Listener Questions
-33:21 Josh asks if the Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular Fireworks are cancelled for the night of his visit to Disney's Hollywood Studios. Josh also decides between eating a final dinner at California Grill and Be Our Guest Restaurant with a ten-person party
Episode 1378 - Walt Disney World News and Rumors (After 31:30)
Episode 1368 - Listener Questions
-9:01 Kate asks when hotel pricing for 2020 vacation dates will be released. Kate also wonders if Pop Century or Caribbean Beach is better for a January vacation, how renovations will affect Caribbean Beach's pricing, and how Star Wars Land will affect crowds
-28:59 Kelly asks when Star Wars Land is scheduled to open. Kelly also ponders the best resort for a honeymoon
Episode 1354 - Live Questions with Your Calls! (27:47-32:18; 35:22-39:23)
Episode 1352 - How To Do Everything at Walt Disney World (Part 1) (17:24-23:44)
Episode 1343 - Port Orleans French Quarter, Food & Wine Festival, Homecomin’, & More (17:22-19:12) Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party
Episode 1338 - Listener Questions
-12:18 Jessica wonders if the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge in late-Fall 2019 will result in lower-than-normal crowds and possible promotions for September 2019
-26:56 Lisa wonders how long Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge will remain at its peak popularity
Episode 1334 - Pop Century, First runDisney Event, Blizzard Beach & More (31:35-35:58) Star Wars Fireworks Dessert Party
Episode 1332 - Listener Questions
-32:13 Jennifer asks about planning a day at Disney's Hollywood Studios in June with Toy Story Mania and the Jedi Training Academy as must dos
Episode 1326 - Listener Questions
-16:59 Valerie asks about dessert party logistics on a night when both the Star Wars Fireworks and Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! will be shown at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Episode 1317 - Listener Questions
-17:17 Samantha wonders how long into the future enormous crowds at Star Wars Galaxy's Edge will persist
Episode 1313 - Long Weekend Couples Trip and Amazing Extended Family Polynesian Villas Experience (21:52-24:44)
Episode 1312 - Walt Disney World Hot Takes (10:16-15:31; 34:48-35:49)
Episode 1307 - Listener Questions
-12:14 Leah from the UK asks if Disney has any scheduled events for May 4, 2018
Episode 1304 - Listener Questions
-12:01 Melissa asks if reservations for Jedi Training Academy will be difficult to obtain if she arrives at rope drop
Episode 1290 - Listener Questions
-28:11 Matt from New Jersey ponders the best spots to view the fireworks shows at the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, and Disney's Hollywood Studios excluding dessert parties
Episode 1284 - Mike & Rikki Dish the Latest Disney News (13:26-22:40) Star Wars Galactic Nights
Episode 1263 - Star Wars at Walt Disney World
Episode 1188 - Walt Disney World Nighttime Strategies (27:57-33:22)
Episode 1175 - Listener Questions
-31:01 Jillian from Illinois asks about seeing Music of Pixar Live, Fantasmic, and the Star Wars fireworks all in the same night
Episode 1163 - Listener Questions
-29:50 Susan from Ohio asks if the Star Wars fireworks will continue into November
Episode 1154 - Listener Questions
-19:10 Missy asks if it is possible to view Galactic Nights and Fantasmic on the same night at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Missy also asks about the Galactic Nights dessert party
Episode 1145 - Listener Questions
-5:30 Hally from North Carolina asks about the future of the Star Wars fireworks at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Episode 1142 - Listener Questions
-30:32 Stephanie from Oklahoma asks about good Star Wars activities for a five-year old boy
Episode 1125 - Top 3 Underrated “Things” at Walt Disney World (After 31:10) Storm Trooper March
Episode 1114 - Looking Forward to 2017 at Walt Disney World (14:55-19:23) Star Wars Guided Tour
Episode 1113 - Wrapping Up 2016 at Walt Disney World (13:54-15:25)
Episode 1112 - Listener Questions
-16:03 Cherie from New Jersey shares a Jersey Week trip report, including the Wilderness Lodge and meeting Star Wars characters at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Episode 1061 - Listener Questions
-8:04 Molly asks about viewing Fantasmic and the Star Wars Fireworks, the latter with a good standing location, on the same night
Episode 1050 - Start with Apps (8:15-16:21)
Episode 1042 - 2016 Food & Wine Festival Preview Event (4:40-7:08) Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular Fireworks
Episode 1041 - Mike’s Disney Cruise, Animal Kingdom Lodge & More (14:31-18:55) Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular Fireworks
Episode 1038 - 5 New Things from Mike’s Walt Disney World Vacation (14:48-16:39) Chewbacca and Kylo Ren
Episode 1037 - Listener Questions
-28:02 Colleen asks about touring Walt Disney World solo. She asks about transportation, namely renting a car or taking Uber, to Church on the Sunday of her trip; upgrading to a Park Hopper ticket; and Disney's Hollywood Studios' Star Wars fireworks
Episode 1034 - Listener Questions
-24:38 Lance from Illinois asks about signing his son up for Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Lance also asks about transportation between Disney's Hollywood Studios and the Magic Kingdom
Episode 1028 - Listener Questions
-21:21 George asks Mike which characters he is looking forward to meeting in Star Warsland
Episode 1025 - Listener Questions
-18:35 Amanda from Georgia asks whether Illuminations or Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular Fireworks is better for her family
Episode 1008 - Awaken Summer at Walt Disney World (6:17-10:55; After 37:12)
Episode 972 - Everything But Running (21:47-26:58)
Episode 971 - Listener Questions
-27:33 Heather from New Hampshire wonders if the Star Wars fireworks at Disney's Hollywood Studios will last through February
Episode 970 - Spring and Fall Trips to All-Star Music & Port Orleans French Quarter (5:32-10:48) Star Wars Weekend
Episode 960 - More Oddsmakers for 2016 (19:27-21:56)
Episode 959 - Listener Questions
-16:48 Amy ponders crowds at Walt Disney World in May 2017, the 40th anniversary of Star Wars
Episode 951 - Skipper Canteen, Let’s Do Brunch, and Memories Get Cheaper (29:30-30:46) Launch Bay
Episode 946 - Journey To The Stars with Tom Ameen
Episode 904 - Hour 2 of 2015 12-Hour Live Show with Deb Wills (11:25-17:03)
Episode 901 - 30 Years Between Disney Trips (9:27-10:48)
Episode 864 - Rikki Live from WDW 24 Hour Weekend (18:43-25:39)
Episode 859 - 24 Hours of Magic (22:56-24:03)
Episode 821 - Listener Questions
-34:59 Sarah asks about securing her son a spot at the Jedi Training Academy
Episode 801 - Listener Questions
-3:55 Sarah ponders touring with a toddler either in September or during the week before Thanksgiving in November. Sarah also asks for the best park to visit with a toddler aside from the Magic Kingdom. Rikki mentions age limits for participation in the Jedi Training Academy at Hollywood Studios
Episode 775 - Yacht Club, Animal Kingdom Lodge, Deluxe Dining Adventure (43:22-47:56)
Episode 708 - WDW Trip Reports from Debbie and Rikki (19:44-22:22)
Episode 704 - Listener Questions
-19:51 Chris from Massachusetts asks about must dos and must buys at Star Wars Weekends
Episode 701 - Listener Questions
-32:24 Eugene and Katie from Virginia ask about planning a surprise visit to Star Wars Weekends with their children
Episode 695 - Listener Questions
-4:09 Mary Jo from Tennessee asks about FastPass Plus options and protocol for special Star Wars Weekend events, especially celebrity autograph sessions. Mike mentions Star Wars-themed character meals will be offered this year
Episode 592 - Multi-Generational Magic in May (4:49-8:26)
Episode 580 - Extended & Couples Trip at 3 WDW Resorts (30:14-34:01)
Episode 577 - Deluxe DVC Stay, Upscale Dining & More (28:32-31:28)
Episode 540 - Thoughts on Big Disney News-LET THE 4TH BE WITH YOU EVENT (16:04-21:05)
Episode 537 - Summer 2013 Preview (10:51-13:14)
Episode 334 - Star Wars Weekends for Dummies
Episode 237 - Star Wars Weekends, Lou’s 24 Hour Show, Vacation Home & More
Episode 131 - Very Last Minute Trip to Star Wars Weekends with Live Audio
Episode 124 - Underappreciated Attractions
Episode 45 - Pop Century & All Four Parks
Episode 14 - Polynesian, MLK weekend, Star Wars Weekends
Episode 2 - Pop Century in June
See "Disney Springs" under Special WDW Activities and Programs for The VOID, Running/Races for Star Wars Half-Marathon Weekend, and Resorts (Specific Hotels: Deluxe and DVC) for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser