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Welcome to Polka Dot Podcast, a show by a mom for moms and lovers of all things Disney. On this show, Leslie, a lifelong Disney fan and mother of three, will join with guests to discuss tips and lessons learned from traveling to Walt Disney World, Disneyland and other Disney parks with kids and groups of family and friends. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for show updates and related content.

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    • Kids & Family

Welcome to Polka Dot Podcast, a show by a mom for moms and lovers of all things Disney. On this show, Leslie, a lifelong Disney fan and mother of three, will join with guests to discuss tips and lessons learned from traveling to Walt Disney World, Disneyland and other Disney parks with kids and groups of family and friends. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for show updates and related content.

    All About Walt Disney World Weddings: Q&A with Fairytale Weddings Guide Author Carrie Hayward

    All About Walt Disney World Weddings: Q&A with Fairytale Weddings Guide Author Carrie Hayward

    Are you planning a Disney wedding, vow renewal, anniversary party or another special life event?
    In this episode, Leslie interviews Fairytale Weddings Guide author Carrie Hayward, host of The Disney Wedding Podcast. Carrie breaks down what you need to know to plan a Walt Disney World wedding in 2021 - 2022, money-saving tips, and recommendations for choosing a WDW venue for your big day. 
    Also included are tips by Disney bride Vanessa Ferguson, who planned both an Epcot wedding and vow renewal.
    Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.

    • 35 min
    Disney Trivia Night

    Disney Trivia Night

    Leslie and Andrew welcome back Jim and Dan for a family Disney trivia night! Do you know these 12 Walt Disney World fun facts? Play along with the group and follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter.

    • 21 min
    Best / Worst Magic Kingdom Attractions for Kids Under 6

    Best / Worst Magic Kingdom Attractions for Kids Under 6

    How do you prioritize which Disney attractions to tackle if you're visiting the Magic Kingdom with children under six-years-old?
    Leslie and Andrew review survey results polling Disney fans' picks for the top 10 must-ride Magic Kingdom attractions, and they share their "Ride it" and "Skip it" lists of Magic Kingdom attractions for young kids.
    Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
     

    • 30 min
    Q&A with a Disney Dapper Dan, Stage Performer

    Q&A with a Disney Dapper Dan, Stage Performer

    In the seventh edition of "Steps to the Castle," Leslie interviews Rob Lott about his 20-year career as a stage performer and puppeteer at Walt Disney World and Tokyo DisneySea. Currently a Dapper Dan at the Magic Kingdom, Rob shares memories about his experiences performing in numerous stage shows and tips for aspiring Disney cast members and park travelers. 
    Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.

    • 54 min
    Disney Dads Trivia: Do You Know These 12 Fun Facts?

    Disney Dads Trivia: Do You Know These 12 Fun Facts?

    Leslie welcomes her husband, Andrew, and brothers, Jim and Dan, for a fun "Disney Dads" trivia game in celebration of Father's Day. Do you know these 12 Disney fun facts? Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
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    • 21 min
    Special Announcement From Polka Dot Podcast

    Special Announcement From Polka Dot Podcast

    Hello Disney fans! We are exploring new platforms and new ways to add value to our listeners, and so Polka Dot Podcast will temporarily be moving to a biweekly format.
    We look forward to taking more time between episodes to research new topics and to find new ways to deliver helpful Walt Disney World vacation planning tips for listeners.
    We also will be working to broaden the scope of guest insights on the show, so if you are interested in being a guest or if you’d like to request an episode topic, email Leslie at polkadotpodcast@gmail.com or follow and message her on Instagram and Twitter @PolkaDotPodcast.
    Join us here on Saturday, June 19 for a special “Disney Dads Trivia” episode in celebration of Father’s Day.
    Thank you for subscribing and listening to Polka Dot Podcast! We’ll see you next week.

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