Trammin' - A Disneyland Podcast

Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 261 There's a lot going on in this world, and it doesn't happen in a bubble. The economy, the stock market, angry people on the internet. We can't really escape it. You might be able to take the Disney out of the World, but you can't take the World out of Disney. So let's all welcome back a familiar face to make this burning pla...

There's a lot going on in this world, and it doesn't happen in a bubble. The economy, the stock market, angry people on the internet. We can't really escape it. You might be able to take the Disney out of the World, but you can't take the World out of Disney. So let's all welcome back a familiar face to make this burning planet a little less scary. Join Kirk & Freddy a...

Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 260 Social Media is a hot topic 'round these parts. We can't stop talking about it, we seem to hate it. Yet... we seem to need it? Stay with us, stop scrolling, and listen. What benefits does the news feed bring? What does it change about us? We can't help but wonder if we really do need to accept reality and stop trying to substitute our...

Social Media is a hot topic 'round these parts. We can't stop talking about it, we seem to hate it. Yet... we seem to need it? Stay with us, stop scrolling, and listen. What benefits does the news feed bring? What does it change about us? We can't help but wonder if we really do need to accept reality and stop trying to substitute our own. Come sail with me, algorithmically, and get...

Wunderbar Topic from Trammin' Episode 259 Ole! Ole! It’s showtime! Welcome to our studio hideaway, you lucky TramFam, you. If we weren't in the show recording right away, we'd be in the audience too. Step into Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room where the birds sing words and the cohosts croon about the sights, the sounds, and the feathery feelings you get when the birds have the...

Ole! Ole! It’s showtime! Welcome to our studio hideaway, you lucky TramFam, you. If we weren't in the show recording right away, we'd be in the audience too. Step into Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room where the birds sing words and the cohosts croon about the sights, the sounds, and the feathery feelings you get when the birds have their fling, the flowers sing, and tikis play the...

Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 258 It's finally time to head into Tokyo and the rest of Japan's urban sprawl. The Rainwaters traversed the Tokyo Metropolitan Area and came back with new experiences and new dreams for the future. Let's do a little shuffle and hurry right in to Rain's trip report. Are wagYOU ready? Join Kirk & Rain as they try on their new kimon...

It's finally time to head into Tokyo and the rest of Japan's urban sprawl. The Rainwaters traversed the Tokyo Metropolitan Area and came back with new experiences and new dreams for the future. Let's do a little shuffle and hurry right in to Rain's trip report. Are wagYOU ready? Join Kirk & Rain as they try on their new kimonos on a Japanese new episode of...  トラミン’ -...

Good day, Refiners! A new quarter is upon us, and we at Lumon wanted to make sure you were ready to refine. We know how seriously you take the work, as it is mysterious and important. So we wanted to help you get your tempers in order before getting to work. Please enjoy this wellness session with Mr. Bagdasarian, and have a great quarter! Listen to full episodes every other Windsday and topic-onl...

Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 257 Welcome back to Tokyo! Rain's trip isn't over yet. This time, we're in Tokyo Disneyland: Chiharu Kawasaki's ORIGINAL Magic Kingdom. The more things change, the more they stay the same. Follow along with Rain's journey as he finds out what's copied and what's absolutely elevated. Join us as we hunt for hunny on a Va...

Welcome back to Tokyo! Rain's trip isn't over yet. This time, we're in Tokyo Disneyland: Chiharu Kawasaki's ORIGINAL Magic Kingdom. The more things change, the more they stay the same. Follow along with Rain's journey as he finds out what's copied and what's absolutely elevated. Join us as we hunt for hunny on a Vanellop-e new episode of Trammin' - A Disneyl...

Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 256 Our prodigal son has returned from The Land of the Rising sun with stories and tales abound! Emerging from the ocean first, is the trip to Tokyo DisneySea. Gather round for a firsthand account of adventures from the seven seas and all the ports where Rain dropped anchor and ate long bread. Join Kirk & Rain as they Sea the world on a volcanic new...

Our prodigal son has returned from The Land of the Rising sun with stories and tales abound! Emerging from the ocean first, is the trip to Tokyo DisneySea. Gather round for a firsthand account of adventures from the seven seas and all the ports where Rain dropped anchor and ate long bread. Join Kirk & Rain as they Sea the world on a volcanic new episode of Trammin' - A Disneyland Podcast!...

Happy St. Trammin's Day! What is this episode about? Who knows, but it's a bonus, so we hope you enjoy! Listen to full episodes every other Windsday and topic-only uploads on Big Thunder Thursdays! Instagram Trammin' - https://instagram.com/TramminPodcast Christian Rainwater - https://instagram.com/imrainwater Kirk - https://instagram.com/tramminkirk Music Local Forecast - Elevator...

Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 255 SXSW had a lot of surprises to be sure. But we're here to welcome them. Disney has a lot cooking right now so we thought we'd make sense of it all. Who better to speculate and analyze with than friend of the show Freddy? We're going coast to coast this week, ending on what the heck is going on at Disneyland. Join Kirk & Freddy as...

SXSW had a lot of surprises to be sure. But we're here to welcome them. Disney has a lot cooking right now so we thought we'd make sense of it all. Who better to speculate and analyze with than friend of the show Freddy? We're going coast to coast this week, ending on what the heck is going on at Disneyland. Join Kirk & Freddy as they figure it all out on a monstrous new episode...

Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 254 KaCHOW! Some of us like Cars, but some of us like cars. The automobiles. The vehicles. This appreciated translates into nerding out over seats, materials, and mechanics of Disneyland's Ride Vehicles. So we invited a Car Guy, the TramFam's very own John H. to break down all the ways we get around our favorite attractions. Fasten your seatbe...

KaCHOW! Some of us like Cars, but some of us like cars. The automobiles. The vehicles. This appreciated translates into nerding out over seats, materials, and mechanics of Disneyland's Ride Vehicles. So we invited a Car Guy, the TramFam's very own John H. to break down all the ways we get around our favorite attractions. Fasten your seatbelt and join Kirk & John as they rev up those...

Topic from Trammin' Preview: Food & Wine Foodie Guide 2025 It's here! Albeit a little early. The most flavorful time of the year: California Adventure's Food & Wine Festival 2025! So let's dive right in and preview this foodie guide. Some things returned, some things are new, and some things are a mix between the two. Follow along with us, because there are some surpris...

It's here! Albeit a little early. The most flavorful time of the year: California Adventure's Food & Wine Festival 2025! So let's dive right in and preview this foodie guide. Some things returned, some things are new, and some things are a mix between the two. Follow along with us, because there are some surprises to be sure. Join Kirk & Rain as they sit, sip, savor, and sal...

Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 253 DCA is quite young, so it's also relatively new. Its layout is unique and very differentiated from Disneyland's. So there were some more modern design decisions made in the early 2000s. Let's have a little study session and discuss why it may be that way and how it affects our movement around the park. Are there some roads less travel...

DCA is quite young, so it's also relatively new. Its layout is unique and very differentiated from Disneyland's. So there were some more modern design decisions made in the early 2000s. Let's have a little study session and discuss why it may be that way and how it affects our movement around the park. Are there some roads less traveled in there? Any path you forget? Join Kirk &...

Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 252 We really do put Walt's Original Magic Kingdom on a pedestal. I just did it right there. You're here because you love Disneyland (or us), but Disneyland gives you this special feeling. In turn, you give Disneyland special treatment. There's a twinkle in your eye when you think of it. Your eyes widen at certain sites, ears perk up at c...

We really do put Walt's Original Magic Kingdom on a pedestal. I just did it right there. You're here because you love Disneyland (or us), but Disneyland gives you this special feeling. In turn, you give Disneyland special treatment. There's a twinkle in your eye when you think of it. Your eyes widen at certain sites, ears perk up at certain sounds, and memories come rushing back as...

Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 251 Another week, another club. This time, it's all about DVC. Disney Vacation Club. Disney's very own timeshare! You've heard us talk a lot about timeshares and their pitfalls, but it's not all downside. Many people enjoy their DVC membership. How many? At least 2, and they're here on the show with us today. Tiffany, Tiff, Tiff...