Monorail Tales: A Disney Fan Podcast

Join us as Sheila, Patrick, and Ric journey through seven decades of Disney holiday magic with the Candlelight Processional — the radiant Christmas tradition that began at Disneyland in 1955 and now fills EPCOT's America Gardens Theatre with music, story, and candlelight each winter. From Walt's early vision and Dr. Charles Hirt's first massed choir to today's star-studded narrators and full orche...

  Join us as Sheila chats with cohost Al, founder of The Waffles Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charity making a big difference through the power of music. Al gives us all the details about his upcoming live fundraiser, streaming October 14, 2025, from the Magic Kingdom during Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! The event will be broadcast live on his YouTube channel, featuring music, magic, and a tou...

Join us as Luis and Ric suit up for a fantastic deep dive into Marvel's Fantastic Four: First Steps! The duo talk shop about what makes Marvel's first family so special — from Pedro Pascal's stretch into Reed Richards to Vanessa Kirby's powerful take on Sue Storm. They tackle everything from family dynamics and fatherhood themes to cosmic battles with Galactus and a surprisingly heartfelt message...

Join us as Bill, Patrick, Steve, Sheila, and Ric, Gather 'round the pumpkin patch—take your pick! We're brewing up chatter, a cauldron of cheer, For the Disney+ treats arriving this spooky year. From SuperKitties prowling through season three, To Mickey & Minnie's Holiday Songs: Halloween, We'll float with The Balloonist high in the sky, And shiver when Something Wicked comes by. The Russos return...

Join us as Steve and Sheila chat with the one and only Stan Solo from The Solo Show podcast and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast. Get to know our good friend Stan a little better as he shares his Disney side at home and in the parks! https://www.facebook.com/TheSoloShow01 thesoloshow01@gmail.com https://thesoloshow.libsyn.com/ https://www.facebook.com/grandcircletourpodcast gctpodcast@gmail.com https...

✨ Monorail Tales Podcast Presents… Disney 10-Second Rule! ✨🎙️ Join Sheila and Ric as they welcome our good friends Scott and Karen Daves from The Mickeyphile Podcast and Dave Jongeward and Toni-Ann Zarcone from The Disney Crush Podcast for a hilariously frantic round of the 10-Second Rule, Disney Style! What started as the 5-Second Rule (or was it 20 seconds?) ends up as a 10-Second, lightning-r...

Join us for a very special episode as Sheila and Ric are joined by co-host Patrick Wheeler and Chris Malek of The Dub Dee Dub Revue Podcast and the Dubs Community Alliance, a 501(c)(3) charity, as they talk about the recent challenges that have come up in his fight with ALK+ Lung Cancer. The Monorail Tales Podcast has teamed up with the Dubs Community Alliance to raise funds for Patrick and his fa...

Join us as in this episode, Steve and Sheila invite us to take a stroll up Main Street, U.S.A. at the Magic Kingdom, pausing to reflect on the stories behind the names etched upon the upper windows above the shops. Each name represents a legacy—individuals whose vision, dedication, and creativity helped shape the Disney parks into the beloved places we know today. Among those remembered are Tom Na...

Arrr, Matey! Join us as Ric chats with Kimberly Stroh of Savvy Mama Lifestyle about her recent visit to Walt Disney World in which she was able to visit The Beak and Barrel, the new spirited pirate tavern located in Adventureland right next to Pirates of the Caribbean at Magic Kingdom Park. Kimberly shares all the details about The Beak and Barrel, but don't worry-she keeps it spoiler-free so list...

As the leaves start to turn and the air gets a little crisper, we're cozying up with a brand-new batch of Disney+ and Hulu premieres to kick off the season! Join Patrick, Sheila, Steve, and Ric as they dive into what's fresh this September, from Minnie's delightful new Bow-Toons: Pet Hotel adventures and the live-action magic of Lilo & Stitch, to laugh-out-loud collections like How Not to Draw and...

Join Sheila and Al for an exciting preview of the Waffles Foundation, Inc. Annual Fundraiser at the Magic Kingdom in Orlando! Al and his wife, Kerry, started the foundation in honor of their departed son, Matthew "Waffles" Bahna, a gifted musician. The Waffles Foundation is a certified 501(c)(3) that provides scholarships, musical instruments, and support to children, schools, and music programs a...

Join us as Ric and Patrick dive into all the latest Disney magic coming your way! From the big shake-up at Hollywood Studios' Animation Courtyard, to the return of spooktacular nights at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, festive cheer at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, and the glam of Jollywood Nights—we've got your seasonal fun covered. 🍂🎄✨ Hungry for more? We'll take you on a tasty...

📢  Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls… and podcast listeners of all ages! Monorail Tales invites you to gather 'round for a very special edition of 20 Questions: Which Ride or Attraction? Your host, Ric, will be guiding our contestants—Sheila, Steve, Bill, and Patrick—through a rollicking round of laughter, friendly jabs, and rules that may or may not stay the same from start to finish. Along t...

Join us as Sheila and Steve welcome first-time guest to the show, Justin Noel Hall. They recently met Justin while he was hosting the special D23 event called "D23 on the Road" which celebrated the 30th anniversary of the Goofy movie. Justin shares with us what it is like hosting the event and also talks about his background as an actor, musician, and a model. This episode is filled with laughter...

✨  To all who believe in the magic—this episode is for you. ✨ 🎙️ Host Ric is joined by Sheila, Gary, and Bill as they each share what their perfect day would look like if they had the chance to spend it at Walt Disney World with none other than Walt Disney himself. 🧢🏰 But don't expect a day of just chatting on a bench! 🪑 From soaring high above the world on Soarin' 🪂, to sailing through Mexi...

🎙️Steve, Sheila, Bill, Patrick, and Ric 📺 Dug deep in the Disney+ pick! With August in sight, They streamed through the night, 🧞‍♂️🦸‍♀️🧸 Finding faves that just clicked ! From Marvel to princesses bold 👑✨ To new shorts and classics retold, They laughed and they teased, And everyone's pleased— It's a watchlist of magic and gold! 🎬🌟🎧 🎙️ Share your thoughts! Leave us a message at  www.speakp...

Join us as Sheila is joined by past guest and good friend Annette Bartoli-Dorman 💕 along with her husband Jack 🌟—and later their daughter April 🌙—for a magical conversation all about their recent  dream come true family trip to Disneyland, California ! 🏰✨ For Annette and Jack, it had been 37 years since their last visit 😱 and this return was nothing short of emotional and unforgettable 🥹❤️....

Join us as Steve and Sheila welcome her son Dave Flook to the show along with his partner Sheri Tobin. Dave and Sheri both believe that life happens all around you, and with that in mind, they created their business called Ontario 360° Tours. On this episode, both Dave and Sheri talk about Ontario 360° Tours and also share tips and advice on using 360° video camera technology while at Disney. Dave...

🎙️ Join us for a magical recap with Sheila as good friend of the show Jill Bivins returns to the podcast along with her husband, Jordan, and their ten-year-old son, Colin, to share stories from their epic Disney vacation! From Early Entry rope drops to fireworks tears, Jill, Jordan, thrill-seeking son Colin, and new-to-Disney two-year-old son Owen, made memories across all four Walt Disney World p...

🎶 Oh my gosh, he's back again! Ric returns with Steve and Sheila, friends! Talkin' Disney, laughs, and tales to spin, So grab your ears — let's dive right in! (Yeahhh!) 🎧 Got the magic, got the crew, You know there's nothin' we won't do! From park reports to trivia night, This podcast's feelin' just right! 🎵 🎉 Everybody! Yeahhhh! 🎤 Podcast party! Yeahhhh! 🎧 Sheila, Steve, and Ric attack! All...

🎧✨ Join Sheila as she sets sail once again with returning guest Christine Mak! Christine takes us on a whirlwind journey—from the magical lands of Tokyo Disneyland 🏰🎎 to an unforgettable 20-day cruise 🚢 with breathtaking stops in Japan and Alaska 🗻🦅. Packed with travel tales , belly laughs , and pro tips galore from Christine, this episode is your passport to adventure, pixie dust, and plen...

🦸‍♀️🕷️🛡️  Avengers (and Marvel nerds), Assemble! 💥💫 How much do you really know about the Marvel Cinematic Universe? 🧠🎬 Join us for an epic trivia showdown where Sheila steps into her Sorcerer Supreme shoes 🧙‍♀️ to test the Marvel mettle of Luis, Patrick, and Ric ! 🧩🧪 Meanwhile, Steve plays the ever-watchful Watcher 👁️📜 as judge and scorekeeper — keeping the chaos (mostly) in check. But w...

🌌✨ Blast off with us on a EPIC adventure as Sheila chats with the fabulous Jodi from Timeless Tales Travel! 🚀🎢 Jodi just returned from a pre-opening visit to Universal's Epic Universe in Orlando, and she's spilling all the cosmic tea! 🌟 From the futuristic vibes of Celestial Park 🌠 to the magical mysteries of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic 🪄, the dragon-soaring thri...

Join us as Sheila sits down with Karen Daves from the Mickeyphile Podcast as well as Gary and Ric to discuss all the details of their attempts at the Main Street 16 Challenge, organized by The Main Street Magic Podcast!! You can listen to The Disney Crush to hear about their attempt https://thedisneycrush.com/crushing-for-a-cause You can find The Main Street Magic Podcast here https://www.mainstma...

💥🦸‍♂️💣 Join us as Luis and Patrick dive headfirst into the explosive world of Thunderbolts* — Marvel's latest rollercoaster of a ride! From jaw-dropping team-ups to shocking twists, they're breaking down the highs, the mayhem, and that moment you won't see coming. But be warned... 🛑 THIS EPISODE IS PACKED WITH SPOILERS! 🛑 So suit up, grab your popcorn, and prepare to geek out Marvel-style! 💥...