The Disney Crush Podcast

Episode #401 This week, The Disney Crush welcomes two special guests who will share their firsthand experience of visiting Epic Universe, providing a wealth of information on the park's rides, attractions, restaurants, and resorts, as well as expert guidance on navigating the park, helping you plan an unforgettable visit. www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/thedisneycru...

Episode #400 Ask us anything!  We had a great time recording this episode, which marks our 400th show. We're grateful for your support, whether you're a new listener or have been with us from the beginning, and we look forward to creating more episodes and meeting in person at the parks. www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

Episode #399 We have a great conversation with our friend Mary Anne, from her first experience at Disney as a small child to becoming a DVC owner. She shares some of her special family trips to both Disneyland and Walt Disney World and in those stories are invaluable information and advice from saving money to making your trip one to remember, or one to forget.   www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycr...

Episode #398 Have you ever experienced the magic of being Pixie Dusted at one of the Disney parks? We share some amazing stories of friends that have been this week on the show. www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush    

Episode #397 Is it possible to find anything free at Walt Disney World, or does the principle that nothing in life is free hold true? We investigate this topic together with some of our listeners to discover if Walt Disney World provides any genuinely complimentary experiences, either within the parks or at Disney Springs. www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/thedisneycr...

Episode #396 Disney Villains, Geo-82 and some rumors about Muppet Vison 3-D. The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Facebook and Veronika is back in the Crush Studio. We haven't visited the new Villains in Hollywood Studios or Geo-82 in Epcot, so we asked our friends in our Facebook Group "The Friends of The Disney Crush" who have experienced either one or both to share their reviews of these new park...

Episode #395 The weekend was filled with a Muppet-themed adventure, as we attended the final day of Muppet Vision 3-D and possibly our last ride on the Liberty Belle. We visited the refurbished Country Bear Jamboree, and Veronika experienced a surprise meeting at the Backlot Express, We shared all of this with great friends and family. www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.co...

Episode #394 Rebecca Rudin, Amanda Lamb and Glen Kessler join Toni-Ann again this week to recount their experiences at a Speakeasy, a Michelin-starred restaurant and other notable restaurants during their recent trip to Walt Disney World for a fundraising event.   www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

Episode #393 This week, Rebecca Rudin, Amanda Lamb and Glen Kessler join Toni-Ann to discuss their participation in the Main Street 16 Challenge in Walt Disney World, benefiting Give Kids The World. They delve into their strategic planning and execution of the challenge, and explore whether their efforts yielded a first-place finish. We want to thank all who donated and supported our team, Crushin...

Episode #392 We asked our listeners to share their opinions on which Walt Disney World rides, attractions, and restaurants are underrated and overrated.  www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

Episode #391 Disney Engages All of Or Senses. Upon entering a Disney park, or even beforehand when staying at a Disney Resort, we experience sensory overload. Disney utilizes machines known as smellitizers to strategically release scents throughout their parks. This week, Dave and Toni-Ann delve into this topic this week on the show. www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/...

Episode #390 This week on the show; Jeremy Stein from the Main Street Magic Podcast drops in the Crush Studio to tell you about the Main Street 16 Challenge Weekend. The Main Street 16 weekend benefits the Dream Team Project, an initiative founded by Lou Mongello of WDW Radio. This project collaborates with the Make-A-Wish Foundation to grant Disney-related wishes to children with life-threating m...

Episode #389 A number of rides and attractions seem out of place in their park settings and may be more effectively utilized elsewhere. Dave and Toni-Ann, along with some of their listeners, provide their thoughts on where Disney should have placed them.  www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

Episode #388 Must-dos in Walt Disney World, do you have any? We asked you, and you responded with some things that you strive to do while visiting the parks.  www.thedisneycrush.com thrdisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

Episode #387 Epic Universe is on the agenda for this week's show. Tune in to discover Dave and Toni-Ann's insights on the potential impact of Epic Universe on Walt Disney World. Meanwhile, Disney has introduced numerous new rides, attractions, refurbishments, and dining options across it's parks during Epic Universe's construction. Can Disney maintain its competitive edge in light of Epic Universe...

Episode #386 To our listeners, we posed this question: What service or establishment do you miss that hasn't returned to Walt Disney World since the "Great Unpleasantness"? We hear from them along with some news, housekeeping, The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Facebook, and more, all this week on the show. www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

On Episode #385 The Golden Girls visit Walt Disney World, and as they reflect on their experiences, we find out who was part of the group, their most treasured memories, things they didn't get to do, and first-time experiences. The trip was filled with plenty of food, laughter, and getting to know one another. www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

Episode #384 Our show this week highlights Disney collectibles. We asked our listeners about their collections and they shared with us their Disney pins, popcorn buckets, and more. We'll also be discussing some news, listening to a couple of songs by Michael, and briefly diverging from the topic, but that part will be featured in an upcoming show available exclusively on Patreon.  www.thedisneycru...

Episode #383 Disney's Moana 2 spoiler alert! Dave reviews Moana 2, which was just released on Disney+ Snow White comes out this weekend, and Oswald the lucky rabbit is getting a TV series directed by Jon Favreau. The good, the bad, and the ugly of Facebook never disappoints! BING! I know this sounds crazy, but we go off the rails several times during the recording. Michael's Minute is back, and he...

Episode#382 This week the spotlight beams on Disneyland Paris, with special quest Kathleen Pantaleo who shares her magical adventures and unforgettable experiences from her recent trip to Disneyland Paris. www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

Episode #381 We posed two questions to you this week. One was a hypothetical scenario: if all the rides at the Disney parks broke down, which park would you visit? The other question was designed to help us get to know you better: what hobbies do you enjoy besides Disney? Recording this show was really fun, thanks to your responses. Join us on Facebook at: Friends of the Disney Crush   www.thedisn...

Episode #380 This week, we discuss some interesting things happening at Walt Disney World recently. We also have The Good the Bad and the Ugly of Reddit, along with some other silliness and some shenanigans on the show this week. www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

Episode #379 This week, we're all about Crusher love! We occasionally ask for your feedback to make sure we're delivering what you want in a Disney podcast. We share some of your comments on this subject, along with Michael's Minute, the good, bad and ugly of Facebook, and a missed connection with some shenanigans mixed in. www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/thedisneyc...

Episode #378 Joining us this week is Mike Mckee, a fellow podcaster and travel advisor, for a "What's So Great About" segment, where we'll delve into Disney Springs, exploring its food, entertainment, and more, and discussing what makes it so great. www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

Episode #377 Okay, be honest: have you ever had a major awkward moment at Disney? We reached out and some of you shared your most embarrassing stories. Thanks for being willing to laugh at yourselves! We also have Walt Disney World news and The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Facebook to Talk about this week. www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush