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Top of the World - The DVC Podcast

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Highlighting Points, Parks, Perks and all things Disney Vacation Club. We cover Walt Disney World, Disneyland and more and will help you get the most out of your Membership. Hosted by Terry Weaver (of WDW Today) and Joel Reynolds. Top of the World is a production of Laugh-O-Gram Studios.

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Aug 16, 2024

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Episodes

Episode 27 - The World Is Open 24.07.2020

The longest Disney drought is now over! Dave and Terry can now join you from their little corner of the Top of The World Lounge and talk about all things Disney.  Today they talk about how the parks are doing at current capacity, their thoughts on when Hawaii will allow Aulani to reopen, and of course answer some of your listener questions. Be sure to listen closely this week as Dave and Terry rol...

Episode 26: ALMOST Home 05.07.2020

Dave and Terry have taken over the WDWToday feed! On this takeover, they talk about how it's almost time to feel the magic again and Disney Vacation Club has some new offers for you to save money! Plus, as always, the guys answer your questions from their little booth in the corner of the Top of the World lounge!

Episode 25: The Recent News 25.06.2020

Well this has been an interesting news cycle for Disney! Dave and Terry go through everything and then go through your listener questions!  

Episode 24 - Hey Disney - What's Up With That? 19.06.2020

After a week of getting to talk some good news, the guys may have some not so good news about the new DVC Reflections Resort. What's up with that and what's up with the park reservation system?  That and of course we answer your listener questions!  

Episode 23 - When Can We Go Home 08.06.2020

We finally get some news about when we get to go home to Walt Disney World!  What do Dave and Terry think about it?  Join us in our corner booth at the Top of the World lounge as we give our opinions on all things Disney and what it means for DVC.  And as always, we end the show taking some of your listener questions.

Episode 21: Dave's Welcome Home Saga 26.05.2020

We finally get some good news about Disney!  Springs is finally open, Disney Parks are under new management, and the guys talk about Dave's Welcome Home saga and of course, we go over your listener questions!  While we can't wait to join you from our corner booth at the lounge, we can at least sit here and talk Disney while we wait!

Episode 21 - The Unprecedented New Normal 21.05.2020

 What does the unprecedented new normal even mean? This week Terry and Dave join you from what they wish was their little booth in the corner of the Top of The World Lounge, but in all reality they are still in their homes, but there is light at the end of this tunnel!  They go over what DVC plans to do with points that were set to expire during this closure.  And as always, they end by going over...

Episode 20 - When Your DVC Stay Isn't Exactly On Par 02.05.2020

What do you do when your stay at a DVC resort isn't exactly on par with normal Disney stays?  Should you take care of it then or when you get back home from your trip?  This week we tackle that question with a real life scenario that Terry encountered at a recent stay and of course we field some DVC questions from you, the listener.   We are sponsored this week by our friends at EarBnB

Episode 19 - Futureworld 24.04.2020

Welcome Home!  Terry and Dave are still missing their corner booth, but they are back and this week, they're talking about what the future of DVC looks like in a post-lockdown world. Top of The World is sponsored by Ear BnB! 

Episode 18 - Disney Dreaming 06.04.2020

Once again the guys join you from their table at the Top of the World Lounge.  But this week it's a little different.  Yes, they talk a little about Dave's DVC buying journey since he is now a proud member of the DVC family, but as we all continue to miss the warm "welcome home" greeting, the guys continue their Disney dreaming like they did last week.   Our show this week is sponsored by Ear BnB!...

Episode 17 - Welcome Home... For Real 25.03.2020

While the Terry and Dave aren't able to join you from their normal booth at the Top of the World lounge, it makes them long for the times that made them fall in love with Disney and why and when they knew DVC was a good choice for them and their families. This week's show is brought to you by our good friends at EarBnB

Episode 16 - Refurbed and ReOpened + Dave's DVC Story 12.03.2020

Allow us to reintroduce ourselves!  After an extended refurbishment, we're back at it, in our booth at the Top of The World lounge to talk DVC. This week Terry and Dave start walking through Dave's Disney and DVC story and then we answer your questions to end the show.    This show is brought it you  by EarBnB.com and Travelmation.net

Episode 15 - DVC Perks - Moonlight Magic 28.07.2017

On this episode, Joel and Terry talk about Terry's trip to the Hoop-de-do Musical review and the special Moonlight Magic just for DVC members at the Magic Kingdom. You won't want to miss the riveting conversation about free chicken nuggets and hot dogs. Tune in for our thoughts on this new perk just for DVC members and a few good laughs. Don't worry Joel and Terry still end the show with your ques...

Episode 14 - The Mother-in-law Trip Report Strikes Back 18.05.2017

On this episode, Joel and Terry talk about taking the Mother-in-Law's to Walt Disney World. Terry talks about staying off site and still using some of the your DVC Member Perks. Joel talk about what it's like to stay DVC during a marathon weekend. Tune in for DVC Mother-in-law tips and a few good laughs. Don't worry Joel and Terry still end the show with your questions, some answer, and of course...

Episode 13 - Joel Was Runnin' Disney 28.03.2017

On this episode, Joel and Terry talk about Joel's Run Disney experience at the WDW Marathon. You'll hear about carb loading Oliva's at OKW, corral freezing at the starting line at EPCOT, and of coarse character spotting along the route. Joel tells us what it's like to RunDisney DVC Style. Of course, Joel talks about his beloved Old Key West. To be honest Terry's just glad that Joel didn't die on t...

Episode 12 - DVC Point Rental for Non-Members 10.02.2017

On this episode Joel and Terry talk about how Non-DVC members can rent members points to take advantage of the non only the amazing accommodations but a tremendous savings many times is well over 50% off the Disney rate. On this episode the boys are joined by Paul Little from the DVC Rental Store with all of his southern charm. Not only is the DVC Rental Store our presenting sponsor they are leadi...

Episode 11 - DVC Point Rental for DVC Members 28.01.2017

On this episode Joel and Terry talk about how DVC members can rent their points out to get cash for paying dues, another vacation on Disney Cruise Line, or just to pay bills. On this episode the boys are joined by Paul Little from the DVC Rental Store with all of his southern charm. Not only is the DVC Rental Store our presenting sponsor they are leading broker that allows DVC members to rent thei...

Episode 10 - Dreaming of a DVC Christmas 24.12.2016

On this episode Joel and Terry celebrate the wonders of being a DVC Member the Holidays. The boys talk about their favorite places to spread that Christmas Cheer at the Parks and Resorts. You learn about the transformation from the most magical place on earth to the Merriest place on earth. This is one to help you plan your trip for that booking window opening for next years Christmas celebrations...

Episode 9 - Say Aloha to Aulani 09.12.2016

Joel and Terry start their series of a reviews and tips from all of the Disney Vacation Club Resorts. The boys start at the most Western location on the Island of Oahu, Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai'i. You'll hear about perks, tips one where to eat, how to plan for the lazy river, and even how to save money in one of the most expensive vacation spots on the earth.  Keep on the l...

Episode 8 - A Potpourri: Epcot Lounge & DVC Growth 16.11.2016

On this episode of Top of the World its a Potpourri an audio buffet for your ears on lots of Disney Vacation Club. Terry gives his unfiltered opinion of the DVC Epcot Lounge a top the the  We also talk DVC's response to Hurricane Matthew in Orlando and some the the damage at Disney's Hilton Head. Joel and Terry talk resort availability and the current state of DVC 25 years later. We answer the que...

Episode 7 - The Trip Report Awakens 18.10.2016

For the first time on Top of the World it's time for a trip report! This time it's Terry's trip on the Disney Magic to Italy, France, and Spain. We also talk DVC on the Disney Cruise Line and the current offering for adding on points to an existing membership. Terry also breaks the news of some things going away for DVC members aboard DCL. As always the show ends answering your questions. As long...

Episode 6 - Membership Magic & Perks 30.09.2016

On this episode of Top of the World Joel and Terry deeper into the perks that you get as a DVC Member. We breakdown what exactly the discounts and freebies you get at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney's Aualni, Vero Beach, and Hilton Head. At the end of the segment we hear from the boys if this perks a deal breaker into getting a resale contract. As always the show ends answering your question...

Episode 5- Disney Cruisin' with DVC 15.09.2016

On this weeks show the boys dive into Cruising with DVC. The show starts with learning all about Terry's cruise on the Disney Magic to Italy and France. Terry also takes Joel on a long trip to getting his family on Disney Cruise as a DVC Member. We go over the numbers to why renting your points is such a better deal than using your points to cruise. Don't miss as we learn about things on board for...

Episode 4 - If We Were In Charge + DVC News & Rumors 01.09.2016

Terry and Joel sit down to talk about the news coming out of the new Copper Creek area of Wilderness Lodge. We talk about all of the rumors from new resorts to the possibility of a Moderate DVC resort.  We even wax memorable on the DVC resorts that never happened from the Villas at Ft. Wilderness to a resort in Newport Beach California. Just for Joel we talk about what DVC resort we would create i...

Episode 3 - Joel's Old Key West Planning & Trip Report 19.08.2016

On this episode the boys are back at it. This time we hear about Joel's recent trip to Old Key West in a Grand Villa. We learn why Terry really doesn't like OKW. We end the show with Listener Questions to help you navigate through the parks, perks, and points.    Facebook.com/thedvcpodcast Twitter.com/thedvcpodcast Top of the World is a production of Laugh-O-Gram Studios 

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