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We are excited to speak with Listener Rob from Canada on today's show for the first time in ten years! Rob has been listening to the show since around Episode 400, and was a guest way back in 2016, so today, we are going to ask him, "What's Your Disney Story?" We get to hear about growing up in rural Canada, how he was first exposed to Disney by a tech-savvy mother, first trip to Walt Disney World...

Today Mike, Pam, and Rikki are taking a suggestion from Listener Sean from Michigan to discuss favorite carpets, floors, and more from around Walt Disney World! We go from the resorts to the theme parks (even into specific attractions) to discuss very current carpets that we like and some that we miss! We even discuss wall carpets, speed ramps, and much more! Please share your thoughts over on the...

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, April 5, 2026!  Mike was in the Studio solo for this show as Scott was just getting back from a road trip during this episode.  No worries, however!  We had some great calls!  We discussed some questions about logistics with the upcoming Springtime Surprise Weekend, got some awesome suggestions for excursions for the Western Caribbean from...

Mike, Pam, and Rikki are here today answering some great Listener Questions! Today we discuss how the Platinum benefit works when it comes to your credit that you get for Palo with Disney Cruise Line as well as purchasing the internet package day-by-day vs. length of cruise. We also talk about where to end a Walt Disney World trip when Extra Evening Hours come into play, and also have a fun conver...

Today we are headed to Massachusetts to speak with Listener Eric about his first Disney Cruise aboard the wonderful Disney Fantasy this past January! He sailed with his two kids (12 & 10) and surprised them with this adventure! We discuss his backstory (he is a 3-time World Champion in 4-Square!), why he decided to try a Disney Cruise, thoughts on embarkation, dining, shows, activities and mor...

Today Mike, Scott, and Rikki are here to get that Easter Weekend started with an egg-cellent podcast for you! We are discussing our favorite egg dishes from around Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and on the Disney Cruise Line! (There are more than you might think!) Then, we talk about our favorite "easter eggs" in the Disney attractions and much more! Please share your thoughts over on the Discord...

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, March 29, 2026!  Mike and Scott were back together for another BOGP Open Line!  We discussed our thoughts on news that Disney was checking Magic Bands this week to make sure only resort guests were boarding Disney transportation buses.  How do you feel about this?   We also gave some thoughts about the newly-announced Disney Believe and th...

Mike, Scott, and Rikki are here today answering some great Listener Questions! We have a big announcement regarding 2027 off the top of the show, then we dive into questions about quality ADRs for first-time visitors, if Old Key West or Saratoga Springs would be the better option for an extended family this holiday season, Disney Cruise Line logistics when it comes to debarkation and staying at th...

We are headed out to Delaware today to speak with Listener Mary about her honeymoon/babymoon trip to Disney's Port Orleans Riverside Resort last fall! This was an 11-night extravaganza, where they spent time in all four theme parks and enjoyed the amenities around the resorts as well! We talk about seeing Yehaa Bob at Riverside, taking a boat to Disney Springs, first experiences with GEO-82, Oga's...

Today Mike, Pam, and Rikki are here to get the weekend started with a fun show about various elevators around Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and on the ships of the Disney Cruise Line! We share the worst (some you would never want to be stuck on!), the best as far as theme, ease of use, and places they take you, and others we wish we could ride just one more time! Please share your thoughts over o...

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, March 22, 2026!  Mike and Scott were back together for another BOGP Open Line!  We discussed how crazy the crowds were at Disneyland for the debut for the Bluey show today at the start of the show and how this might affect things this summer at Disney's Animal Kingdom Park.  Then, we got some great calls from Dennis in Texas talking about...

Mike, Pam & Rikki are all here today to answer some amazing Listener Questions! Today we talking about some Signature Dining options for a family with kids who are 11 & 6 and want to make the most of the experience for the entire family. We also talk about options for a family who wants to pick a resort (other than a Skyliner resort) to take mid-day breaks during their trip. We also give s...

Today we are excited to have Listener Deena back on the show (last time was way back in 2017!) to hear all about her trip with extended family during "Jersey Week" to Disney's Boardwalk Villas! We hear about how this trip came together, how she "got everyone ready" for the Walt Disney World experience, fun times in the theme parks, including showing the best of Star Wars and encounters with Mickey...

Today Mike, Pam, and Scott are back with a preview of the 2026 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival! From all of the musical acts you can catch at the American Garden Theater to what not-to-miss at the Outdoor Kitchens around the parks, we are helping you get ready for this awesome festival that runs through June 1, 2026! We also talk about the topiaries that are at the top of our list...

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, March 15, 2026!  Mike and Scott were back together for another BOGP Open Line (but the phone lines were giving us major issues again tonight, so I sincerely apologize for that; it will be working better next week!) where we discussed more thoughts on bags for your Disney Parks day, answered some questions about a couple's trip to Walt Disn...

Mike, Pam & Scott are all here today to answer some amazing Listener Questions! Today we get a fun question about if Disney Cruise Line should bring more Muppets to their ships (and Scott has a great idea!), then we discuss the new DCL commercial that aired Sunday night during the Oscars too! We also talk about the best restaurant in the Boardwalk Resort Area, what to do when you get a "bonus...

We have a great trip report for you today to start the week, and we have Scott joining us to share his cruise from last week on the Disney Wonder with us! This was his first time sailing on the Wonder, after sailing the sister ship, the Disney Magic, just last year! We compare the two experiences, talk about sailing out of San Diego, pairing this cruise with a visit to Disneyland, discuss stops at...

Today, Mike and Pam are here to kick off your weekend with some fun Disney talk! We discuss our initial thought on the new Disney Adventure over in Singapore that will have it's inaugural cruises here this week and how this will change the experiences for Disney Cruise Line! Then, Pam and Mike go back and forth adding 5 items each to an "ultimate Disney Parks bag!" What would have to make the cut...

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, March 8, 2026!  Mike was in the Studio alone for this show and wanted to dedicate this hour to the passing of Mr. Jeff Galloway, the runDisney training consultant and mentor to so many of us over the years who passed away last month.  Jeff opened the door and made running accessible to so many of us, and tonight we took some calls to hear...

Mike & Pam are here today answering more of your great Listener Questions! Today we discuss some options for a "splurge trip" to enjoy fireworks from your room while the baby sleeps, options to enjoy some great Italian dining and also enjoy extra evening hours at the Magic Kingdom, "tricks" to figure out when Pirate night might be for your Disney Cruise and thoughts on when you might want to s...

We are excited to have Listener June from North Carolina on the show today for one more of our "What's Your Disney Story?" episodes! We get to know more about her as we hear about how she first became a Disney fan as a child with an "eyes-closed" spin on the Haunted Mansion and first-stay at Disney's Contemporary Resort! We also hear about her favorite Disney trip, which was an amazing Adventures...

Mike & Pam are back in the Studio today as we are answering your Listener Questions on a Friday! We discuss options for Lighting Lanes over Spring break between Epcot and Animal Kingdom Park and best usage based on crowds lately. Also, we talk about celebrating a big 5th birthday at Walt Disney World and how to make that celebration unique! We also give some thoughts on Easter Sunday at Walt D...

We are taking a break from Listener Questions again on this Wednesday as Mike & Scott are here sharing some stories from trips together over the years! From how we first met at the Magic Kingdom to an epic win in the Amazing Race: Cozumel to epic runDisney experiences to fun times at Disneyland in boats, we share lots of laughs and many memories that are special to us and hope you enjoy as wel...

Today we are trying somewhat of a new concept here on the show with "What's Your Disney Story?" This came to me over Marathon Weekend, as the theme of the weekend was different genres of stories. runDisney announcer Riley was out in the corrals each morning interviewing folks before the races asking simply, "What's Your Story? Why are you here?" and the answers were amazing! I thought this would b...

Today, Mike, Scott & Rikki are here to start the weekend with another round of "Hit the Gas or Pump the Brakes?" From mega-cruise ships in the DCL fleet to more AP magnets to seating areas in Epcot to even more booths at festivals at Epcot, would you Pump the Brakes on these things or Hit the Gas? We have lots more topics to discuss on today's show as well! Please share your thoughts over on t...