Drafting The Magic

Everyone loves a good main character moment — especially when it happens on a ride at Walt Disney World! 🎢🌟 From dramatic spotlights to heroic finales, we’re drafting the best attraction moments that make YOU feel like the star of the story! Joining the guys this week is @ryannchanel31 , bringing her Disney knowledge, charisma, and competitive spirit as our Guest Judge! 👑🐭 If you're a Disn...

🎢 Episode 53: Coast-to-Coast Attraction Villains 👹 Who’s the most unforgettable Disney Parks villain — from coast to coast? From the wicked to the wonderfully mischievous, Erik and Christian draft their ultimate lineup of Disney attraction villains from both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World ! This week’s Guest Judge, @coltonandthecastle , decides which villain roster reigns supreme! Will...

😴✨ This week, we’re talking pure comfort! Erik and Christian draft the most comfortable rides at the Disneyland Resort — although to be honest this one was tough — with special guest Matthew Krul (@imaginationskyway) ! From Star Wars to Soarin’, it’s a debate full of cozy vibes, Disney nostalgia, and just enough chaos to keep it fun. 🎢 Listen now and tell us which ride you think deserves the “c...

Erik and Christian are drafting the ultimate list of Quick Service Restaurants — choosing five picks each from any of the six domestic Disney parks 🏰🌐. With Disneyland and Walt Disney World on the table, the competition is fierce! 👑 Joining them as Guest Judge is @parkhopwithamber , ready to weigh in and help crown the winning lineup 🙌 From iconic classics to underrated gems, which Quick Servi...

Drafting the Magic celebrates a major milestone with special guest judge  Danielle Neupauer (@danidoesdisney_) ! Erik and Christian draft their dream lineups of  indoor attractions at WDW , but only one list will take the crown. Which indoor favorites made the cut? Which ones got snubbed? And who will Danielle choose as the winner? ✨ Don’t forget to: Follow and share this episode with other Disne...

✨ Drafting the Magic – Episode 49 ✨ We’re drafting the best Lightning Lane strategies at the Walt Disney World Resort ! 🏰🎢 Special Guest Judge Allie Mae (@alliemaeonmain) joins us to decide who built the ultimate lineup of Lightning Lane picks. From Magic Kingdom classics to EPCOT must-dos, we debate which attractions deserve that Lightning Lane spot — and which ones you can skip. 👉 What are...

🎉🚂✈️ Episode 48: Planes, Trains, and Automobiles at the Disneyland Resort is HERE! 🌟✨Get ready as Erik and Christian take you on a thrilling journey through the most iconic and magical modes of transportation at Disneyland Resort! From soaring through the skies to chugging along the tracks and cruising in classic Disney style, it’s a draft packed with adventure and Disney nostalgia! 🏰✈️🚗🔥 J...

In this fiery episode of Drafting The Magic , Erik and Christian dive into the chaos and controversy of bringing the Muppets BACK to the Disneyland Resort ! It’s been over a decade since Muppet*Vision 3D was unceremoniously removed from Disney California Adventure in November 2014, leaving fans wondering if Kermit and the gang would ever return to the West Coast. With last week’s shocking announce...

In this episode, Erik and Christian reveal their top strategies for mastering Lightning Lane at the Disneyland Resort! Drew Smith (@drewthedisneydude) joins as our 🏆 Guest Judge to help decide the ultimate approach for tackling those must-see attractions, dodging long lines, and making the most of your magical day. ✨🏰 Do you race for thrill rides 🎢, classic favorites 🚂, or hidden gems 🕵️? Wat...

🎉 Welcome to Episode 45: Walt Disney World Desserts ! Get ready for a sugar-filled adventure as we explore the best and most iconic desserts in Walt Disney World—from Mickey-shaped treats to churros, cupcakes, and beyond! 🍩🍪🍦 Joining us for this episode is Disney expert Maddie Monaghan (@maddiesmickeymagic), who’s lending her knowledge and passion for all things magical and delicious. 🏰✨ Whe...

In this episode of Drafting The Magic, Erik and Christian dive deep into the impacts of Hurricane Debby on Walt Disney World. Erik shares his firsthand experience of being on property during Hurricane Irma, explaining how great the safety precautions are and detailing the steps Disney took to ensure the safety of all guests and staff. 🌪️🌴🏰 📣 Plus, they cover the latest exciting news about the D...

In this thrilling episode of Drafting the Magic 🎙️, Erik (@erikpessolano) and Christian (@christian_ilten) take you on an exciting journey to discover the best seats 🪑 at the Disneyland Resort! 🎉 Join us as we dissect both Disneyland 🌟 and California Adventure 🎠, drafting the ultimate spots for attractions to ensure you experience the fun from the best vantage points. ✨Joining the fun is our...

Here’s the revised episode description, with a focus on Animal Kingdom’s restaurants and without the word “connoisseur”: 🎙️ Drafting the Magic: Episode 43 - A Day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom 🦁🌿 Erik and Christian are going wild in this latest episode, drafting everything you love about Disney’s Animal Kingdom! 🦒🐘 From thrilling rides like Expedition Everest 🏔️ to the jaw-dropping beauty of Pand...

🎉 Episode 42 of Drafting the Magic is here, and it's the 2nd episode of Season 3! 🏰✨ Join Erik and Christian as they draft the BEST of the replacement attractions at Walt Disney World! 🌍⏳ Time moves forward, but the parks keep evolving—these attractions stepped in and brought serious power to the lineup. 💥 Special guest 🎙️ Jordy Hillman (@mickeysbestpal) is joining us all the way from the UK...

The Season 3 premiere of Drafting the Magic is here, and it's all about Disney’s D23 Horizons Panel Announcements! 🌐✨ Erik (@erikpessolano) and Christian (@christian_Ilten) are back and ready to face off in an epic battle of drafting the BEST of what’s yet to come! 🚀👑 Who will reign supreme in this magical showdown? 🏆 Joining the fun is our incredible Guest Judge, Sara Katz-Scher (@thatprince...

🎙️✨ Erik and Christian return for the FINAL Beyond The Draft of the Summer! 🌞 They'll dive into the latest Downtown Disney News 🏰 and bid farewell to the iconic Red Car Trolley 🚋. So much in store for this episode—you won't want to miss it! 🎧

Hold onto your Mickey ears, folks, because this episode of Drafting the Magic: Beyond The Draft is a wild ride through all the jaw-dropping announcements from D23 The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2024 ! 🏰✨ From an animatronic of Walt Disney himself 🤯, to the reveal of adding 4 ️⃣ brand-new Disney Cruise Ships 🚢, a COCO ride coming to Disney California Adventure 🇲🇽🎶, and an Avengers Campus expans...

🎥✨ Erik and Christian are back for another episode of Beyond the Draft! This time, they dive into the "mixed" reviews of The Acolyte on Disney+, the exciting new changes coming to the Lightning Lane System at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort, and they chat about the wild change to the menu at Sleepy Hollow in Magic Kingdom! 🌟🍎 Plus, there's more! Tune in for a discussion about Oogi...

Our Bracket Reveal Show Debuted on our YouTube, but we now have it here for you as well! Vote for the Drafting The Magic This or That Summertime Showdown on our Instagram Stories, and be sure to follow us on YouTube, just search @draftingthemagic! 🌟 Join Erik and Christian as they unveil the ultimate Disney-Experience Bracket: Drafting the Magic This-Or-That Summertime Showdown! 🎉 Get ready for...

🎙️ Join Erik and Christian in another thought-provoking episode of Beyond the Draft! 🎉 This time, they're tackling the burning question: Did Epcot change for the worse? 🤔 Dive into the discussion as we dissect Epcot's latest developments, including the new Communicore Hall 🏛️, the upcoming Country Bears Musical Jamboree 🎶, and more! Show your support by liking, rating, commenting, and subscribi...

🏰 Get ready for the ultimate showdown of Disney Experiences in Drafting the Magic's This-or-That Summertime Showdown! 🌟 Join us as we kick off a March Madness-like tournament where your favorite Disney experiences go head-to-head, and YOU control the outcome! That's right, this tournament is completely in your hands, Disney fans! This whole tournament kicks off with a Preliminary Attractions Vot...

🎙️ In this episode of DTM: Beyond The Draft , hosts Erik Pessolano and Christian Ilten deliver a fresh update on the much-anticipated Tiana’s Bayou Adventure 🌿👑, then dive into a spirited debate on the design and future of Downtown Disney’s new entrance! 🏙️✨ Finally, they tackle listener “Hot-Takes” 🔥 on Disney Parks restaurants, sharing insights and bold opinions. Whether you’re a die-hard Di...

🎥 Lights, camera, action! 🎬 Erik and Christian turn their cameras on for the first time to bring a discussion about Tiana's Bayou Adventure to you, less than a month away from the grand opening! As always, the boys share their opinions, but in a brand new way. Make sure to follow, like, and subscribe on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeGot something to say? Drop them a message at speakpipe.com...

🎉 Hold onto your Mickey ears! The Season 2 finale of Drafting the Magic Podcast is here, and it’s taking a thrilling twist! 🎢✨ Hosts Erik and Christian face the ultimate challenge: drafting their perfect day at Walt Disney World —but they won’t know which park until the big reveal! 🤯🏰 Enter the delightful Danielle Kelly (@thedapperdanielle on TikTok & Instagram) as this episode’s Guest Ju...

🎙️ Join Erik (@erikpessolano) and Christian (@christian_ilten) on an exhilarating journey through the most captivating special effects of Disneyland Resort attractions in Episode 39 of Drafting the Magic! 🎢✨ In this action-packed episode, Erik and Christian draft the most mesmerizing effects that make Disneyland come to life, leaving no magical detail unturned! And the excitement doesn’t stop th...