That Park Life: a Theme Park Podcast

There are so many quirky or unique names for rides, restaurants, characters, etc. But have you ever stopped to think about why a name is chosen? Well, we've done the work for you. So sit back and enjoy as we discuss: Dapper Dans, Memento Mori, Columbia Harbor House, Gertie the Dino, Harambe and more! SEND A MAGIC GRAM Submit a Cast Member Magical Moment Story   Exclusive Bonus Episodes are availab...

Closing Down Magic Kingdom, Google Earth Disney, Camping at Fort Wilderness, Pin Trading, Butter Beer Hierarchy, memorable Character Meet & Greets and more are covered with our returning Guests of 2020! We finish out the year reconnecting with guests of the show to see what they're up to now and what's in store for 2021. Happy New Year y'all! Part 2 includes: Jen @AdventuresByDrennon Collin @Guide...

Our annual tradition of reconnecting with our guests from this year is upon us! Catch up with the awesome people we got to chat with this year as they update us, talk Disney and play "Two Truths & a Lie"! Part 1 includes: Andy @akbaughn007 James @HotDogsAtDisney Jason @HereWithTheMagic Nick @NickMarek_ Payton & Jon @PaytonMeetsWorld and @Jon_MeetsWorld Mike & Steve @The_Magic_Dads   SEND A MAGIC G...

Our sights are set on 2021 and we've got a list of Disney things we're looking forward to. Attractions, resorts, festivals, TV shows, and more are on the list. Plus, we revisit the 2020 list to see what *actually* happened this year! SEND A MAGIC GRAM   Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use code "ThatParkLife" to save 15%!   Follow us on Instagram: Show @thatparklifepodcast Greg @thedisneygreg Bet...

We're joined by Andres @ThrillsAndMagic to discuss our ideas for a *new* attraction in Tomorrowland. What do y'all think - should one of our rides actually happen? Plus, we catch up on Thanksgiving, ask Andres about his Alien collection and more.   SEND A MAGIC GRAM   Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use code "ThatParkLife" to save 15%!   Follow us on Instagram: Show @thatparklifepodcast Greg @th...

What age is the *right* age to start bringing your kids to Disney? We examine this question by talking about our earliest Disney memories and sharing yours too! We put the question out there and your answers take us on a real walk down Disney memory lane today. Plus: some sound we captured live while hanging out Disney Springs last week! SEND A MAGIC GRAM   Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use co...

John @TheDisneyMan joins us to chat about his experiences as a PhotoPass Cast Member throughout Disney World. During our conversation he offers some tips for you to maximize your PhotoPass moments AND quick pointers to up your Instagram game with Disney photos. SEND A MAGIC GRAM   Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use code "ThatParkLife" to save 15%!   Follow us on Instagram: Show @thatparklifepod...

Today we're diving deep into the TTA PeopleMover in Tomorrowland and Tom Sawyer Island in Frontierland. Two very different attractions but both are full of fun facts! Also, we've got some 1-Star Reviews, Giveaway updates/results (more coming!), Disney History and our usual Disney Quote to end the episode.   Follow us on Instagram: Show @thatparklifepodcast Greg @thedisneygreg Beth @thehealthyhotme...

To celebrate hitting 100 episodes we've jam-packed this episode with: Ask Us Anything, a look back at old eps, Disney Potpourri, Jokes, A Contest, and more! THANK YOU for listening and allowing us to find our way to you 100 times! Enter to win the Epcot Fan Pack Giveaway ANONYMOUS FEEDBACK: Take our Quick Survey   Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use code "ThatParkLife" to save 15%!   Follow us o...

Reports of first-hand paranormal experiences, quick urban legends and other spooky sightings. And no, we're not just talking about Haunted Mansion! Join us for a special Halloween-time episode. Sorry if you get a cold chill or two! ANONYMOUS FEEDBACK: Take our Quick Survey   Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use code "ThatParkLife" to save 15%!   Follow us on Instagram: Show @thatparklifepodcast G...

From dancing on stilts down Main Street USA to being integral to updates within the MyDisneyExperience App, Payton & Jon have quite the Disney resume. That's really just scratching the surface. We also chat about: Lights Motors Action, Jungle Cruise, Toy Story Mania and several parades. Plus: a new game is born today: Finish the Line! Payton & Jon have to finish the line from attraction or show sa...

Harry Potter in Magic Kingdom, Epcot gets split, The Beatles are over in Disney, Incorrect Statues at the Swan & Dolphin Hotels, Imagineers pranking with jars of sausages... these are just some of the "facts"/myths/legends we explored in this episode.  ANONYMOUS FEEDBACK: Take our Quick Survey   Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use code "ThatParkLife" to save 15%!   Follow us on Instagram: Show @...

Greg's got a big life update during these odd times. Plus, get ready to nerd out. We've got a bunch of info on two iconic Epcot attractions - Test Track & Soarin'. ANONYMOUS FEEDBACK: Take our Quick Survey   Follow us on Instagram: Show @thatparklifepodcast Greg @thedisneygreg Beth @thehealthyhotmess   If you like what you hear please leave us a review!   If you want to support our show AND ge...

Greg's a big fan of the YouTube videos from @The_Magic_Dads ! So, we hope you enjoy getting to know Mike & Steve as they answer our questions about Disney restaurants, date nights, and more! And we put a twist on our classic game for them to play. As usual we also have our Disney history, news nuggets and a Disney quote for you!   Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use code "ThatParkLife" to save 1...

Things are changing so quickly in the parks these days. Greg spent 3 days at Magic Kingdom this weekend and is here to offer some updated tips! Yes, it's more crowded than July and August, but there's still so many cool things going on. Especially Halloween things! Also in this ep: Greg asks "What Would You Do?" and we have our usual news & history segments.   Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use...

We've got 10 easy questions to determine if you're a Disney Foodie. We're pretty #FoodMotivated on this show, so let's see how we did. More importantly, how will YOU rate with our questionnaire? TAKE OUR "WHAT KIND OF DISNEY FOODIE ARE YOU" BUZZFEED QUIZ We also chat about some of our listeners' attempts at making Disney Dishes at home, a few news nuggets and some rad history about a certain group...

Meet Cam, the former Cast Member from over a dozen WDW locations who now lives in Seattle and posts Disney drink how-to videos on YouTube. And that's just the beginning. Also on this episode: Disney history, news and the return of our 1-Star Reviews. Follow our guest Cam: @cam.mac.adventures Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use code "ThatParkLife" to save 15%!   Follow us on Instagram: Show @that...

Greg's been all over Disney the past few days including 2 resort stays, so he's got a few stories to tell. Our main topic this week is our game of "Refurb or No Refurb" in Magic Kingdom! How'd we do with our choices? Let us know! Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use code "ThatParkLife" to save 15%!   Follow us on Instagram: Show @thatparklifepodcast Greg @thedisneygreg Beth @thehealthyhotmess   I...

We've all done some weird/embarrassing/shady things at Disney, and now we're just getting around to sharing! Thanks to our great listeners/followers we have a list of confessions - and a bunch from us as well. We've kept all entries anonymous! Hope you enjoy.   Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use code "ThatParkLife" to save 15%!   Follow us on Instagram: Show @thatparklifepodcast Greg @thedisney...

There are so many roles a Cast Member can play! We've picked out a bunch we find interesting, unique and sometimes kinda odd. Would you like to work at Disney doing any of these roles? Oh, and Greg is back with JOKES! Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use code "ThatParkLife" to save 15%!   Follow us on Instagram: Show @thatparklifepodcast Greg @thedisneygreg Beth @thehealthyhotmess   If you like w...

We're joined by our friend Anne to discuss attractions we WISH Disney would make that showcase some iconic scenes in Disney movies. We're crossing our fingers these actually some true one day! (Hey, we can dream, right?) Also, we introduce the brand new game "Name That Attraction" and it's not your typical game. AND we're giving a That Park Life Podcast Prize Pack if you guess the last attraction...

We're closing out this chapter of the Deep Dive series on Spinning Rides of WDW with a look at: Prince Charming Regal Carousel, Alien Swirling Saucers and Triceratop Spin. Plus, we've got another round of 1-Star Disney Reviews!   Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use code "ThatParkLife" to save 15%!   Follow us on Instagram: Show @thatparklifepodcast Greg @thedisneygreg Beth @thehealthyhotmess   I...

Lillian, who's been all over the parks these days, joins us again. This time, we talk about the challenges, the bright spots and even trips/tricks of visiting the parks of WDW in this new world.    Follow Lillian: @Wishing4Disney   Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use code "ThatParkLife" to save 15%!   Follow us on Instagram: Show @thatparklifepodcast Greg @thedisneygreg Beth @thehealthyhotmess  ...

There really is no one quite like Andy! You just have to hear him for yourself. From his days driving the Tram to his love of The Little Mermaid, we go on quite the journey this episode. Plus, he does killer voice impressions! Follow Andy: Instagram @akbaughn007 or YouTube "Sorcerer's Apprentice Andy"   Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use code "ThatParkLife" to save 15%! Follow us on Instagram:...

Turns out we have even more iconic WDW sounds that bring life to our days. Maybe it was Greg's recent trip to Magic Kingdom or Beth's quarantine playlists that inspired this episode (or both!). Either way, we're serving up some serious escape sounds. Also: a NEW segment! Stick around after our Sounds to hear it.   Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use code "ThatParkLife" to save 15%! Follow us on...