The Great British Mickey Waffle

Stop wasting your Disney Dining Plan credits! 🏰✨In our live show, the Great British Mickey Waffle team is diving deep into the 2026 Disney Dining Plan. Whether you've scored a "Free Dining" deal or you’re paying for the plan, we’re showing you exactly how to maximise your value so you aren't leaving money on the table. We’re ranking the absolute best "bang-for-your-buck&qu...

Can you really have the ultimate Orlando vacation in 2026 without a single Mickey Premium Bar? With Epic Universe officially changing the game, we’re asking the big question: Is a Universal-only trip the new gold standard for Florida holidays? In this episode of The Great British Mickey Waffle, we’re breaking down the pros, the cons, and the "shunned" feeling of skipping Disney World ent...

Economy or First Class: Is the Upgrade Actually Worth It? ✈️💸 Are you a budget-savvy traveler or a luxury seeker in disguise? On today’s episode, we’re tackling the ultimate vacation dilemma: Do you save your pennies in economy to splurge at the parks, or is that seat upgrade the secret to a better holiday? We’re breaking down: The Big Comparison: Economy vs. Premium—what are you really paying fo...

Grab a cuppa and join us at The Great British Mickey Waffle as we dive into the floral magic of the 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival! 🌸 Running from March 4 to June 1, 2026, this year’s festival is a blooming marvel packed with Pixar favorites and global flavours. In this week's live show, we’re waffling about:The 2026 Topiary Trail: We’re checking out the new Toy Story m...

Think you’re a Disney Mastermind? 🏰 Join the Great British Mickey Waffle for our high-energy LIVE Disney Parks and Orlando trivia night! We are moving past the news and diving deep into the details of the parks you love. Whether you’re a Magic Kingdom pro or an Epic Universe expert, see if you can beat the leaderboard in tonight’s challenge! If you love "waffling" on about Orlando as mu...

Unlock the Ultimate Disney World Experience! 🏰✨Ever wondered if a Disney World VIP Tour is worth the splurge, or how the "other half" vacations at the most magical place on earth? In this episode of The Great British Mickey Waffle, we sit down with Disney travel expert Sue Passauer (from MEI-Travel) to break down the best-kept secrets for upgrading your 2026 holiday. From the new Lightning Lane...

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and the Great British Mickey Waffle crew is taking on the ultimate challenge! 🏰❤️We’ve set five different budget tiers to see if you can truly find "Happily Ever After" without breaking the bank. $50 to $250 which one would you choose? From DIY magic at home to signature dining in the parks, we’re ranking which date offers the best value for yo...

In a week of BIG Disney news, we talk all things Disney and what better subject to share than a New Disney CEO and what may or may not happen in the future - we also have the first response to The Muppet Show as well. Join us as John and Claire take on Statler and Waldorf duties and bring us right up to date with the past week in Disney. Enjoy the show !

Planning a Disney World trip in 2026? 🏰✨ Whether it's your first time or your fiftieth, we're here to help you navigate the ever-changing world of Florida holiday planning. In this episode, we tackle the latest 2026 travel trends, including the expensive pricing on flights to Orlando (MCO) following the loss of direct routes from Manchester. We also dive deep into the "must-have&quo...

What better way to celebrate and recognise the Magic at Walt Disney World than through the Cast members – who very possibly make your Disney moments into Memories that can last a lifetime. Not only do we celebrate their roles but we welcome two guests who have been past Cast members and let them rank the roles and the whole experience of working at WDW. Enjoy the show!

Is there such a thing as a "perfect" time to visit Orlando? Probably not. But is there objectively a WORST time to go? AbsolutelyIn today’s episode of GBMW: Live, we’re pulling back the curtain on the most challenging weeks of the year to visit Walt Disney World and the surrounding Orlando theme parks. From the "surface of the sun" heat of August to the shoulder-to-shoulder cro...

Join us for our views of this year’s most creative festival. From the brand-new Opening Bites studio at CommuniCore Plaza to the return of the Disney on Broadway Concert Series, we’re covering it all. Which food studio are you most excited for? Are you a "Pop Eats" fan or a "Gourmet Landscapes" foodie? Such a great festival that you may need to put on your "must do" f...

Beat the January Blues with a journey from the front row to the guest chair! This week on The Great British Mickey Waffle, Ben, John, and Becca are joined by a very special guest: longtime listener turned creator, Nick Carter. Nick has recently stepped into the world of content creation with his brand-new YouTube channel, Happily Ever Carter. In this episode, we waffle about:The Carousel of Questi...

Welcome back to The Great British Mickey Waffle! 🇬🇧🧇Tonight, we are looking ahead at what is shaping up to be one of the most transformative years in Orlando history: 2026.From major closures at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to the first-ever Muppets-themed coaster at Hollywood Studios, there is so much to cover. Plus, Universal Orlando is entering its first full year with Epic Universe fully integrate...

It’s the 1st of January 2026, and while the UK is cold, dark, and definitely NOT Florida, the team at The Great British Mickey Waffle is here to kickstart your holiday planning! Whether you are a first-timer or a seasoned pro, the very first steps can be the most overwhelming. In this episode, we break down how to navigate the "big jigsaw puzzle" of Florida planning without the stress. Join the Co...

It’s time for the final GBMW Live Show of 2025 — and we’re celebrating in true Disney style 🎄✨Join us for our Great British Mickey Waffle Christmas Party, packed with festive fun, plenty of laughs, and a big look back at an incredible year for GBMW and Disney fans alike. In this special end-of-year show, we’re:🎁 Exchanging our GBMW Secret Santa gifts📆 Looking back at our highlights from 2025🏨...

What does it take to visit all six Disney castles in just one year? Andy from The Most Magical Podcast on Earth joins The Great British Mickey Waffle to share how he completed the ultimate Disney bucket list – every castle, every resort, in a single calendar year. In this episode, Ben,Becca & John welcome back Andy, who has done what most Disney fans only dream of – visiting every Disney castl...

Join The Great British Mickey Waffle LIVE as we compare Disney’s two biggest festive hard-ticket events to help YOU decide which one is worth your money on your next Orlando trip:🎤 Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios🎅 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic KingdomWe’re breaking down:✅ Characters & meet and greets✅ Ride overlays✅ Fireworks, parades & shows✅ Food &...

Claire and Robyn are live on location at Walt Disney World, exploring all the festive fun of Christmas at EPCOT, while John hosts from the UK and is joined by Junior Wafflers Josh and Morg. We’ll be taking you through the best of EPCOT’s holiday offerings, including:✨ Festival of the Holidays highlights✨ Holiday Kitchens & must-try seasonal snacks✨ Festive entertainment & decorations✨...

Best time to visit Orlando in 2025? We break down Orlando weather, crowd levels, events and Disney World 2025 planning tips to help you choose the perfect month for your holiday. This guide is perfect for anyone planning Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, or simply a sunshine break in Central Florida. 💬 Tell us in the comments — When’s your favourite time to visit Orlando? 👍 Like, S...

Welcome to GBMW Live, We’re diving into one of the biggest challenges at Walt Disney World… CROWDS.Whether you’re planning your very first trip or you’re a seasoned UK visitor returning to the magic, we’re sharing our best real-life strategies to help you avoid long queues, dodge the busiest areas, and keep the magic flowing all day long. We’ll cover:✨ How to plan your day to avoid the worst crow...

Can you really enjoy a full day at Walt Disney World without riding anything? Tonight on GBMW Live, Ben, Becca, John, and Robyn build the perfect Disney day with no rides, no queues, and no stress — just shows, characters, trails, food, and pure Disney magic. Whether you’re planning a slower-paced trip, visiting with little ones, taking a rest day, or simply want to see the parks differently, this...

From performing as Dory in Finding Nemo: The Musical to earning the prestigious Disney Legacy Award, Katie Whetsell joins John and Claire for an emotional, magical and inspiring Disney conversation. Katie shares heartfelt stories of her time at Walt Disney World, what it was like to perform as Dory every day, her experiences with guests, her life on Disney Cruise Line, and the emotional moment she...

What makes your perfect Disney day? Everyone’s got a different idea — from rope drop rides to fireworks finales. Tonight we’re comparing notes and sharing how to plan a perfect day at Walt Disney World without the stress. Join Ben, John and special guest Adam, as they talk ride strategies, snack breaks, Genie+ tips, and those magical extras that make your day unforgettable. Whether you’re a planne...

Join us as we update all the latest news and happenings across Walt Disney World - with breaking news as it happened on the live show. We then dived into the festive food offerings across WDW. Join us and have your first mention of Christmas and prepare for a festive holiday in The Most Magical Place on Earth.