WDW Radio - Your Walt Disney World Information Station

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WDW Radio - Your Walt Disney World Information Station

WDW Radio: Your Guide to the Disney Parks and more! - WDW Radio is the award-winning Disney podcast dedicated to celebrating the magic of Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Marvel, and Star Wars since 2005. Tune in and subscribe for Disney news, Disney vacation planning, Disney travel tips, Disney trivia, contests, deep dives into Disney history, interviews, theme park secrets, as well as attraction, dining, and resort reviews. . Hosted by Disney expert, author, speaker, and Podcast Hall of Fame inductee Lou Mongello, this family-friendly show is your Walt Disney World Information Station, and has been voted Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, and also features a blog, videos, LIVE video, welcoming community, and special events including monthly meetups, group cruises, On The Road experiences and more! . Over the years, WDW Radio has been graced by a plethora of esteemed guests. Disney Legends like Julie Andrews, the iconic Mary Poppins, Tony Baxter, Marty Sklar, Alice Davis, Richard Sherman, Bob Gurr, Alan Menken, Paige O'Hara, the voice of Belle, Jodi Benson, the voice of Ariel, and renowned Producer Don Hahn, have shared their stories and experiences. The podcast has also ventured into the Marvel and Star Wars universes with guests like Kevin Feige, the President of Marvel Studios, and Ashley Eckstein, the voice behind Ahsoka Tano. From Walt Disney Imagineers, dedicated Cast Members, to talented actors, writers, producers, authors, and many more, WDW Radio has been a platform for the voices that make Disney truly magical. It is also home to Lou Mongello's Walt Disney World Trivia Books, The Disney Interviews book, 102 Ways to Save Money For and At Walt Disney World, and virtual Audio Tours of Walt Disney World. . Lou is also the founder of the Dream Team Project, which has raised more than $550,000.00 to date to send children with life-threatening illnesses to Walt Disney World through the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America. . Whether you're planning your next trip to Walt Disney World or simply reminiscing about your favorite Disney memories, the WDW Radio Disney podcast is your passport to the Walt Disney World and the Disney Parks around the world, Disney Cruise Line, Marvel, and Star Wars! Learn more at WDWRadio.com. . In addition to creating content around the Disney brands, Lou is also a keynote speaker, author, coach, and founder of the Momentum series of events and workshops for those looking to build their business and brand by sharing the magic of Disney, delivering exceptional customer service, social media, podcasting, live video, and community. Learn more at LouMongello.com

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    817 · Music of Disney's Animal Kingdom

    817 · Music of Disney's Animal Kingdom    Disney’s Animal Kingdom has a soundtrack unlike any other park - one that immerses us in nature, culture, and adventure. From the peaceful Oasis entrance music to the high-energy beats of Harambe, the ethereal sounds of Pandora, and even the kitschy rock vibes of DinoLand, USA, every note plays a role in the park’s storytelling. This week, I take you on an audio journey through the music of Disney's Animal Kingdom, exploring how its music enhances the experience, the live performances that bring it to life, and even a look ahead at what we might hear in the upcoming Tropical Americas expansion. 🙋🏻‍♀️ What is your favorite piece of music or area music in Disney's Animal Kingdom? Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) with a question, comment or hello from the parks! ❓ Answer this week's trivia question for a chance to WIN a Disney prize package! 📧 Subscribe to our free newsletter and get a FREE copy of my 102 Things To Do at Least Once in Walt Disney World book at WDWRadio.com/Subscribe 👍🏻 Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and WDW Radio on YouTube 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET 📅 Events - Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! 🌟 LouMongello.com - Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum Workshop and Retreat in Walt Disney World. I also offer keynote speaking and consulting to help you build your business brand, including how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership.   THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, for your support in affording me the opportunity to be indcuted into the ⭐️ Podcast Hall of Fame, and, of course, for listening! Please be sure to tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show! But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!

    1h 35m

  2. 28 JAN

    816 · Debates, Dates, Romance, Resorts... and Carousel of Progress Change? Listener Email

    816 · Debates, Dates, Romance, Resorts... and Carousel of Progress Change? Listener Email   Have you ever had a burning Disney question, a magical memory to share, or just needed advice on planning the perfect trip? This week, I open the overflowing mailbag of listener emails to dive into your questions about how to convince your family to visit Disney more often, which resort to pick and why, dining without the kids, the evolution of all of our Disney experiences, and an age-old debate about one of Walt Disney's most cherished attractions. Join the conversation, and you never know... your question might be next! 🙋🏻‍♀️ How has YOUR Walt Disney World experience changed or evolved? Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) with a question, comment or hello from the parks! ❓ Answer this week's trivia question for a chance to WIN a Disney prize package! 📧 Subscribe to our free newsletter and get a FREE copy of my 102 Things To Do at Least Once in Walt Disney World book at WDWRadio.com/Subscribe 👍🏻 Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and WDW Radio on YouTube 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET 📅 Events - Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! 🌟 LouMongello.com - Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum Workshop and Retreat in Walt Disney World. I also offer keynote speaking and consulting to help you build your business brand, including how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership.  THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, and for listening! Please be sure to tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show! But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!

    59 min

  3. 13 JAN

    WDW Radio # 815 - EPCOT Festival of the Arts: Behind the Curtain

    WDW Radio # 815 - EPCOT Festival of the Arts: Behind the Curtain Step behind the scenes of EPCOT's International Festival of the Arts as we dive into the magic that makes this one of Disney's most creative celebrations. Join me for exclusive interviews with Adrian Sarple, Associate Director from Disney Theatrical, who curate the Disney on Broadway Concert Series, and Aaron Babcock, Merchandise Manager with Disney Merchandise Strategy, who oversee artist bookings and festival art curation. Learn the stories, secrets, and inspiration that make this festival a "party for the senses" and find out what makes it a must-visit for Disney fans, art lovers, and Broadway enthusiasts alike. 🙋🏻‍♀️ What is your favorite aspect of the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts? Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) with a question, comment or hello from the parks! ❓ Answer this week's trivia question for a chance to WIN a Disney prize package! 📧 Subscribe to our free newsletter and get a FREE copy of my 102 Things To Do at Least Once in Walt Disney World book at WDWRadio.com/Subscribe 👍🏻 Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and WDW Radio on YouTube 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET 📅 Events - Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! 🌟 LouMongello.com - Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum Workshop and Retreat in Walt Disney World. I also offer keynote speaking and consulting to help you build your business brand, including how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership.  THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, and for listening! Please be sure to tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show! But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!

    48 min

  4. 8 JAN

    WDW Radio # 814 - My Five Things in Disney I'm Looking Forward to in 2025

    WDW Radio # 814 - My Five Things in Disney I'm Looking Forward to in 2025 2025 is shaping up to be an incredible year, filled with exciting experiences, milestones, and magic on the horizon, from the Disney Parks, experiences, Disney Cruise Line, movies, Disney+, and more! This week, I’m sharing My Five Things in Disney I’m Most Looking Forward to in 2025, including some new things on the horizon I've been working on, but first, I’ll reflect a bit and take a look back at My Five Favorite Episodes, Moments, and Events from 2024. 🙋🏻‍♀️ What are you looking forward to most in the world of Disney in 2025?  Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) with a question, comment or hello from the parks! 📧 Subscribe to our free newsletter and get a FREE copy of my 102 Things To Do at Least Once in Walt Disney World book at WDWRadio.com/Subscribe 👍🏻 Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and WDW Radio on YouTube 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET 📅 Events - Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! 🌟 LouMongello.com - Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum Workshop and Retreat in Walt Disney World. I also offer keynote speaking and consulting to help you build your business brand, including how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership.  THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, and for listening! Please be sure to tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show! But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!

    57 min

  5. 23/12/2024

    WDW Radio # 813 - History and Evolution of Christmas at Walt Disney World: From Candlelight to Dancing Lights

    WDW Radio # 813 - History and Evolution of Christmas at Walt Disney World: From Candlelight to Dancing Lights - From the Archives 🎄 The holiday season at Walt Disney World is unlike any other, with traditions, decorations, and magic that have been cherished for decades. This week, we’re opening the WDW Radio Archives to revisit a very special show from 2016, originally aired on show # 467. Join me and my dear friend, the late Jim Korkis, as we gather by the fire to explore the rich history of Christmas in the parks, resorts, and beyond. From the Candlelight Processional to parades, and even forgotten gems like the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights, we reflect on the traditions that make the season so magical. 🎅🏻 This episode is also a heartfelt tribute to Jim Korkis—an incredible storyteller, dear friend, and integral part of this show. As we remember Jim and the joy he brought to so many, especially during this time of year, we honor his legacy and the passion he had for Disney history. 🙋🏻‍♀️ What’s your favorite holiday memory from Walt Disney World?  Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) with a question, comment or hello from the parks! 📧 Subscribe to our free newsletter and get a FREE copy of my 102 Things To Do at Least Once in Walt Disney World book at WDWRadio.com/Subscribe 👍🏻 Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and WDW Radio on YouTube 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET 📅 Events - Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! 🌟 LouMongello.com - Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum Workshop and Retreat in Walt Disney World. I also offer keynote speaking and consulting to help you build your business brand, including how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership.  THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, and for listening! Please be sure to tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show! But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!

    1h 50m

  6. 17/12/2024

    WDW Radio # 812 - Disney Treasure Review and Guide

    WDW Radio # 812 - Disney Treasure Review and Guide I invite you join us as we dive deep into Disney Cruise Line’s latest ship, the Disney Treasure! We will uncover the magic, surprises, and innovations that set the Treasure apart - not just from her sister ship, the Disney Wish, but from the entire cruise industry. From immersive dining experiences to jaw-dropping spaces like the Haunted Mansion Parlor, discover how Disney raises the bar for storytelling and placemaking, dining and entertainment in this complete guide and review to everything you need to know about the Disney Treasure! 🙋🏻‍♀️ If you could eat in any of the Treasure's dining rooms, which would it be: Plaza de Coco, 1923, or Worlds of Marvel?  Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) with a question, comment or hello from the parks! 📧 Subscribe to our free newsletter and get a FREE copy of my 102 Things To Do at Least Once in Walt Disney World book at WDWRadio.com/Subscribe 👍🏻 Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and WDW Radio on YouTube 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET 📅 Events - Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! 🌟 LouMongello.com - Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum Workshop and Retreat in Walt Disney World. I also offer keynote speaking and consulting to help you build your business brand, including how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership.  THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, and for listening! Please be sure to tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show! But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!

    2h 15m

  7. 03/12/2024

    WDW Radio # 811 - Muppets, Monsters, and Lakeshore Lodge... LIVE!

    WDW Radio # 811 - Muppets, Monsters, and Lakeshore Lodge... LIVE! This week, we delve into some big news: the bittersweet closure of Muppet Vision 3D, the exciting arrival of Monstropolis at Disney's Hollywood Studios, and details about the new Lakeshore Lodge Resort coming to Walt Disney World. We also speculate on the future of the Muppets in the park, some of the details in the Monstropolis concept art, and what else might be coming... and going as we look to the past, present, and exciting future of the Disney Parks and resorts.  And this show is a little different, as it was recorded during this past week's WDW Radio LIVE show on Facebook and YouTube, so I was able to also react and respond to YOUR comments in the live chat, Please join me this and every Wed. at 7:30pm ET so you can be part of the community and conversation! 🙋🏻‍♀️ Which of these upcoming projects excites you the most, and why? Or, is there something you’d change about any of them?  Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) with a question, comment or hello from the parks! 📧 Subscribe to our free newsletter and get a FREE copy of my 102 Things To Do at Least Once in Walt Disney World book at WDWRadio.com/Subscribe 👍🏻 Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and WDW Radio on YouTube 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET 📅 Events - Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! 🌟 LouMongello.com - Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum Workshop and Retreat in Walt Disney World. I also offer keynote speaking and consulting to help you build your business brand, including how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership.  THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, and for listening! Please be sure to tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show! But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!

    1h 7m

  8. 27/11/2024

    WDW Radio # 810 - The Future of Disney Cruise Line with Disney Signature Experiences President Thomas Mazloum

    WDW Radio # 810 - The Future of Disney Cruise Line with Disney Signature Experiences President Thomas Mazloum This week, I'm excited to welcome Thomas Mazloum, President of Disney Signature Experiences, for a conversation about the future of Disney Cruise Line. We dive into the storytelling and design behind the Disney Treasure, Destiny, and Adventure, explore the bold vision for Disney’s global fleet expansion, and reveal how Disney is redefining family cruising around the world. From sneak peeks at new dining, entertainment, and destinations to behind-the-scenes insights on how these ships come to life, Thomas shares stories, inspiration, and details for Disney fans and travelers alike, and an incredible look at the magic ahead!   🙋🏻‍♀️ What upcoming Disney Cruise Line ship are you most excited for? Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) with a question, comment or hello from the parks! 📧 Subscribe to our free newsletter and get a FREE copy of my 102 Things To Do at Least Once in Walt Disney World book at WDWRadio.com/Subscribe 👍🏻 Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and WDW Radio on YouTube 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET 📅 Events - Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! 🌟 LouMongello.com - Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum Workshop and Retreat in Walt Disney World. I also offer keynote speaking and consulting to help you build your business brand, including how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership.  THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, and for listening! Please be sure to tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show! But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!

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WDW Radio: Your Guide to the Disney Parks and more! - WDW Radio is the award-winning Disney podcast dedicated to celebrating the magic of Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Marvel, and Star Wars since 2005. Tune in and subscribe for Disney news, Disney vacation planning, Disney travel tips, Disney trivia, contests, deep dives into Disney history, interviews, theme park secrets, as well as attraction, dining, and resort reviews. . Hosted by Disney expert, author, speaker, and Podcast Hall of Fame inductee Lou Mongello, this family-friendly show is your Walt Disney World Information Station, and has been voted Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, and also features a blog, videos, LIVE video, welcoming community, and special events including monthly meetups, group cruises, On The Road experiences and more! . Over the years, WDW Radio has been graced by a plethora of esteemed guests. Disney Legends like Julie Andrews, the iconic Mary Poppins, Tony Baxter, Marty Sklar, Alice Davis, Richard Sherman, Bob Gurr, Alan Menken, Paige O'Hara, the voice of Belle, Jodi Benson, the voice of Ariel, and renowned Producer Don Hahn, have shared their stories and experiences. The podcast has also ventured into the Marvel and Star Wars universes with guests like Kevin Feige, the President of Marvel Studios, and Ashley Eckstein, the voice behind Ahsoka Tano. From Walt Disney Imagineers, dedicated Cast Members, to talented actors, writers, producers, authors, and many more, WDW Radio has been a platform for the voices that make Disney truly magical. It is also home to Lou Mongello's Walt Disney World Trivia Books, The Disney Interviews book, 102 Ways to Save Money For and At Walt Disney World, and virtual Audio Tours of Walt Disney World. . Lou is also the founder of the Dream Team Project, which has raised more than $550,000.00 to date to send children with life-threatening illnesses to Walt Disney World through the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America. . Whether you're planning your next trip to Walt Disney World or simply reminiscing about your favorite Disney memories, the WDW Radio Disney podcast is your passport to the Walt Disney World and the Disney Parks around the world, Disney Cruise Line, Marvel, and Star Wars! Learn more at WDWRadio.com. . In addition to creating content around the Disney brands, Lou is also a keynote speaker, author, coach, and founder of the Momentum series of events and workshops for those looking to build their business and brand by sharing the magic of Disney, delivering exceptional customer service, social media, podcasting, live video, and community. Learn more at LouMongello.com

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