Hyperion Adventures Podcast: The Disney Podcast Of Positivity

The Heart Of Disney - Heartwarming Motherly Moments Through the Eras The week, we are recording and releasing this episode on Mother's Day. So, we thought this would be the perfect time to celebrate all of the wonderful Disney Moms that have touched our souls throughout time. Better yet, we thought we'd showcase many of the biggest moments from these amazing mothers, and mother figures, that left...

Just Pack & Sail - The Unplanned Disney Cruise We will always recommend you do your due diligence to plot out any upcoming Disney Vacation. However, sometimes, you just don't have the time or maybe the desire. Maybe you have you booked a cruise with Captains Mickey & Minnie at the last moment. Or maybe you tried your hand at pre-planning but the experiences you were looking for weren't ava...

One Moonlight Magical DHS Night It's another week and another visit to The Most Magical Place On Earth. This time, for a very special evening exclusive to members of Disney Vacation Club at one of our favorite Disney Parks. And, for this week's episode, we're telling you all about our One Moonlight Magical DHS Night. We share all of the fun and hijinks we experienced at this late-night event at Di...

Miles, Meals & Magic - Our Springtime Surprise 10K Recap We just got home from enjoying another runDisney  event and everything that surrounded. And, for this week's episode, we're telling you all about it. That's right! We discuss Miles, Meals & Magic - Our Springtime Surprise 10K Recap. We tell you about all the wonderful things we experienced over our very short but extremely magical ti...

2000s Hits We Wish Were Disney Songs This week, we’re back with a music episode and one that we think you’re going to love. We continue our look back at different decades of phenomenal music and our attempts to see how they could fit within Disney. This time, we’re focusing on the decade of Y2K, MySpace & Flip Phones. That’s right! We’re sharing our favorite 2000s Hits We Wish Were Disney Song...

If You Know, You Know - Sounds That Bring the Disney Parks to Life There are so many things that provide us that nostalgic feeling and joy when we visit Disney. Some are very obvious. Others are a lot more subtle. Today, we're going to focus on one of those subtle auditory experiences that make every visit that much more special. Yep! If You Know, You Know - Sounds That Bring the Disney Parks to L...

Tiki Room Secrets: Stories You Haven't Heard with Ken Bruce If you know us at all, then you know we absolutely love Adventureland. After all, "Adventure" is right in our name! And, of course, no visit to this amazing land is complete with out a pause for a little Tropical Serenade at Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room. We thought we knew a lot about this one-of-a-kind attraction. However, we learne...

Bonus Episode - The Reimagined Garden View Lounge Tea Experience Review Recently, we had the opportunity to visit a Walt Disney World location that is near and dear to our hearts. It's been closed for several years but was recently refurbished and reopened. Needless to say, we couldn't have been more excited to enjoy some time in this beautiful location once again. But would it be as good as we re...

Is A Deluxe Villa Right For Your Next Disney Vacation? If you're like us, you're always making plans for your next visit to the Disney Parks. Maybe you're in the midst of that right now and trying to decide where you and your family want to stay. Do you go for the fun and less expensive Value Resorts or maybe spend a little more for the extra conveniences of a Moderate Resort. Well, this week, we...

Talking Cruising & Cabanas with Chris the DCL Cruising Dad If you know us at all, you know we absolutely love Disney Cruises. While, we consider ourselves "semi-experts" this week we welcome to the show a true aficionado as we spend the show Talking Cruising & Cabanas with Chris the DCL Cruising Dad. He shares details about his recent family sailing aboard the Disney Wish including a stay...

Our runDisney Princess Half Marathon Weekend 2026 Recap We just returned from a wonderful few days at Walt Disney World to experience some very special races. And, for this episode, we're going to tell you all about it. That's right! It's Our runDisney Princess Half Marathon Weekend 2026 Recap. We share the physical fun we took part in from the runDisney Expo, to the Princess 10K and culminating w...

Where Preservation Meets Publication - Discussing the Hyperion Historical Alliance with Paula Sigman-Lowery & Jim Hollifield This week, we're excited to welcome a pair of phenomenal guests to the show. We're joined by long-time Disney Cast Member/Archivist/Creative Manager Paula Sigman-Lowery & accomplished Author/Historian Jim Hollifield. We sit down for a wonderful conversation about an...

Our West Coast Adventure - Part 2 - Disneyland This week, we complete the recap of our recent visit to California. Yep! It’s Our West Coast Adventure – Part 2 – Disneyland! We share all our fun and exciting experiences at The Happiest Place On Earth. That includes a couple of guided tours, a World of Color Dessert Party, the Paint the Night Parade and time with friends & family. Plus, all the...

We've been blessed to now do 400 official episodes of the show. But this week's may be our favorite of them all. That's because we are truly honored to welcome two exceptional and well accomplished people to the podcast as we spend a wonderful time Discussing Groundbreaking Magic with Disney Legend Martha Blanding & Tim O'Day. Martha B shares with us the amazing story of her 5 decade plus care...

Our West Coast Adventure - Part 1 - Disneyland Race Weekend & San Diego We just got back from our California trip and couldn't be more excited to share all of the details with you. However, we did so much, we decided we have to break it up into a couple of episodes. The good news is, it all starts this week with Our West Coast Adventure - Part 1 -Disneyland Race Weekend & San Diego. We sha...

Our 25 Favorite Things About Disney California Adventure We all know Disneyland is in the midst of their big 70th Anniversary Celebration. But it's not the only west coast Disney Park that has a big birthday party ahead. Disney California Adventure Park is getting set to kick of festivities to celebrate 25 years of welcoming guests. So, we decided this week to join in the fun, as well. That's righ...

Beyond the Rides: A Spotlight on Disney Entertainment Sure, we love the amazing rides at Disney Parks. They're fun, exhilarating and they bring some of our favorite stories to life. But there's definitely more to the parks than just the attractions. And, this week, we focus on one of those that we particularly enjoy. So, sit back and relax, because Michelle is going to tell us a little story. One...

Adding A Little Luxury To Your Disney Vacation Often times on this show, we talk about ways you can save money on your Disney visits. And who doesn't want that? Well, that's not exactly what this episode is about. Instead, we're going to focus on a few extra splurges you can make to treat your self on your next Walt Disney World trip. Yep! Today, we're telling you about how you can go about Adding...

If You Know, You Know - Disney Snacks Everybody has different favorites they absolutely love about their Disney Vacations. Some love the amazing attractions. Others want to see all of the shows. Many love taking in the fantastic vibes. However, there's another thing Disney does very well that many of us look forward to on all our park visits. And If You Know, You Know that's Disney Snacks. That's...

A Magical Look at What's to Come for Disney in 2026 It's become an annual tradition for this show. We reach the new year and, rather than looking back, we look forward to what's ahead. This year will be know different as we take A Magical Look at What's to Come for Disney in 2026. We share many of the exciting new attractions, shows and events coming to the Disney Parks in the coming year. We also...

Our Disney New Year's Eve Party Guestlists With 2026 right around the bend, we thought we'd take some time to plan a little party. A Disney character party. That's right! We're celebrating the changing of the calendar with Our Disney New Year's Eve Party Guestlists. We'll fill our celebration table with some of our favorites from all of the Disney owned IP. Listen to see who we choose and play alo...

Our 2025 Holiday Walt Disney World Recap Recently, we were blessed to make a long-weekend trip to The Most Magical Place On Earth to take in some of its seasonal fun. Now we're back and we can't wait to tell you all about it. That's right! It's Our 2025 Holiday Walt Disney World Recap. We share details of our wonderful visit. That includes a trip to EPCOT for the International Festival of the Holi...

Disney Holidays This or That - 2025 We recently received a reminder that just about 4 years ago we did a fun little episode base on the Holiday Season that we really enjoyed. Obviously that was quite a bit ago. New wonderful things have been added to the Disney Parks & Resorts. Classic things have changed slightly and others have gone away. So, we thought this would be a great time to revisit...

If You Know, You Know - Disney Resort Hopping One of our favorite Disney holiday traditions actually takes place every year without even stepping into the parks. This week, we're telling you all about it. That's right. Because If You Know, You Know - Disney Resort Hopping is one of the best ways to spend a day. Obviously during the holidays, all of these fabulous locations are completely decked ou...

EPCOT Holiday Traditions Around the "World" With Thanksgiving now if our rearview mirror it's time move fully into holiday mode. One of our favorite spots to enjoy seasonal fun is EPCOT. Obviously the food is phenomenal and the decorations may be even better. But what we really love about this park at this time of year is the ability to experience how other countries commemorate their Winter holid...