Monorail Tales: A Disney Fan Podcast

The Monorail Tales Crew
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Join us on the Highway in the Sky as we have fun discussions about all things Disney: theme parks, movies, news, and more!

  1. MTP 490: March Magic Madness: Dining Edition

    6D AGO

    MTP 490: March Magic Madness: Dining Edition

    Join us as Patrick, Gary, Steve, and Ric are joined by Gary's brother Matt for a high-stakes, flavor-packed showdown you didn't know you needed… it's Disney Dining March Madness: Round 1! 🏀🍽️🔥 We're filling out the brackets, breaking down the matchups, and bringing the heat as iconic eats go head-to-head! From the coastal charm of Sebastian's Bistro 🌴 to the classic elegance of Grand Floridian Café ☕, the West Coast flair of Carthay Circle Restaurant 🎬, and the lively Irish vibes of Raglan Road 🍀—no plate is safe and no pick is easy! Expect bold takes, friendly trash talk, and clutch decisions as we debate, defend, and ultimately vote to see who survives and advances to the Sweet 16! Will your favorites move on… or suffer a shocking first-round upset? 😱 So grab your snacks, fill out your own bracket, and get loud because it's time to diiiiiiine… and dunk! LET'S GET READY TO RUMMMMMBLLLLLEEEEE!!! 🏆🔥 Before you continue on your next Disney adventure… we want to hear your picks! Head over to www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales and drop us a message with your winning bracket predictions—who's cutting down the nets in your Disney dining championship? 🏀🍴 To keep the magic (and the madness) going long after the buzzer sounds, visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow us on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the debates are just as fierce as the flavor battles! For even more hot takes and magical moments, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Got a bold bracket or want to join the starting lineup as a guest? Reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your moment in the spotlight awaits! 🎤✨ And if you're dreaming of your own Disney vacation worthy of a championship run, check out our friends at DVC Shop for unbeatable deals on resale contracts and rentals. 🏰 From all of us at Monorail Tales—thanks for playing along. May your days be filled with Disney magic, buzzer-beaters, and just a little pixie-dusted victory. 🏆✨

    1h 20m

  2. MAR 24

    MTP 489: Disney+: Take 4 - April 2026

    Join us as Steve, Sheila, Patrick, and Bill dodge the pranks, sidestep the silliness, and sort through the streaming shenanigans in this April edition of Disney+ Take 4—because while April Fools' Day may be full of tricks, this lineup is no joke! 🤡✨ With Ric stranded deep in Tax Land (filing returns instead of FastPasses 📊😅), the crew holds down the fort and breaks down a month packed with galactic power plays, jungle journeys, and a few royally complicated romances. From the dark rise of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord (no tricks—just pure Sith energy 🔥) to the heartwarming, tree-swinging adventure of Orangutan just in time for Earth Day 🌿🦧, April is bringing the goods. We've also got contract marriages, robo-heroes, bees with big secrets 🐝, and enough weekly episodes to keep your watchlist spinning faster than the Mad Tea Party 🎢☕. Whether you're tuning in for Marvel mayhem, animated antics, or Idol hopefuls hitting high notes 🎤—this month proves that sometimes the biggest surprise… is actually getting exactly what you wanted. So don't be fooled—this episode is packed with real-deal recommendations, hot takes, and just enough nonsense to keep things magical. No prank calls here… just streaming gold. 🏆📺 Before you continue on your next Disney+ adventure (and double-check that it's not a prank! 😜), we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic alive long after the jokes are over, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops. For even more laughs, love, and a little less mischief, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away (no foolin'!). And if you're dreaming of your own Disney Vacation Club adventure—no tricks, just treats—be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for laughing along with us. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, streaming surprises, and just a touch of pixie-dusted mischief. ✨🎭

    1 hr

  3. MAR 17

    MTP 488: Once Upon a Question

    Join us as Bill, Gary, Patrick, Ric, Sheila and Steve 🎙️✨ dive into a whirlwind of Disney dreams, debates, and downright hilarious moments! 🌟🏰 Sheila kicks things off with questions that spark magic and mischief alike—because you never quite know where the conversation will go! 🎢💭 From dream meet-and-greets (Orange Bird 🍊🐦, Figment's long-lost cousin Ferlo 👀, Bert 🎩, and the ever-chaotic Huey, Dewey & Louie 🦆🦆🦆) to rides we maybe should've skipped (looking at you, Space Mountain 🚀, Mission Space 🤢, and Tower of Terror 😱)… nothing is off-limits! We spill the tea ☕ on who can perfectly recite attraction spiels (and who totally butchers them 😂), and uncover the great debate: online check-in 📱 vs. front desk traditionalists 🏨. Plus, we crown the kings of theming 👑—is it Tower of Terror's eerie elegance, Peter Pan's nostalgic flight, or Everest's icy adventure? 🏔️ Things get real as we confess our most embarrassing Disney moments 🤦‍♂️—from diaper disasters 🍼 to accidental beer spills 🍺 (sorry, Cast Members 🙈) to almost walking into the wrong restroom 🚻😬. You'll laugh… maybe cringe… definitely relate. We also dream big about living in EPCOT 🌐—Norway, Mexico, France, Japan, and Germany all make the list! And we reveal when the magic truly begins—when those MagicBands go on 🎟️✨ and when we start obsessively checking wait times… even from home 😅📊 And of course, we share those heartfelt moments 💖—the Disney magic that brings tears to our eyes 😭… and who's snoozing on the bus ride back to the resort 🚌💤. 🎧 It's laughter, nostalgia, chaos, and magic all rolled into one unforgettable episode! 🌍 Plan Your Own Magical Adventure with Brandi & Ric! ✨ Ready to turn your Disney dreams into reality? Let Brandi & Ric with the Curated Travel Collection help you plan every magical detail! 🏰✈️ 📧 Email: forbes@curatedtravelcollection.com 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ForbeswithCuratedTravelCollection 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adventuretravelmagic 🌐 Website: https://adventuretravelmagic.com From Disney to Universal and beyond, your next adventure starts here! 🎢🌎✨ Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic alive long after the show ends, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away. And if you are envisioning your own Disney Vacation Club experience, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for walking this path with us. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, warm memories, and just a touch of pixie dust. ✨🏰

    1h 11m

  4. MAR 10

    MTP 487: Don't Write On the Bananas! with Rich Urick

    Join us as Steve and Sheila welcome a good friend, Rich Urick, to the show for the very first time. On this episode, Rich recalls his visit to the Orlando area in 1992, when his hopes of going to Walt Disney World for the first time were dashed thanks to Hurricane Andrew moving through Florida. It wouldn't be until 2007 that he would finally make it to the parks, this time with his wife and children. The trip was filled with magical moments that he still holds dear in his heart today, just as much as he did back then. Rich also talks about his life as a podcaster and shares his excitement about his upcoming new Disney podcast, The House of Mouse Musings. To close out the episode, Rich shares some of his favorite things at Walt Disney World that he enjoys. Below are the links mentioned in the show if you would like to connect with Rich. Email: mousemusings@outlook.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-House-of-Mouse-Musings/61569945934211/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehouseofmousemusings?igsh=OGV2dGYzdWhzY2E1&utm_source=qr X (Twitter): https://x.com/mousemusingspod?s=21 Before you continue on your next Disney adventure… We would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic alive long after the show ends, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join us as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away. And if you are envisioning your own Disney Vacation Club experience, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for walking this path with us. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, warm memories, and just a touch of pixie dust. ✨

    1h 27m

  5. MAR 3

    MTP 486: Meeting the Richest Duck in the World with Thomas Lloyd

    Join us as Steve and Sheila welcome Thomas Lloyd back to the show as he shares his adventures while at Disneyland during the holiday season. Thomas tells about how much fun he had while attending the nightly Christmas Dance Party where he got to meet Chip and Dale and even had a dance or two with their love interest Clarice! One of the highlights for Thomas on this trip was being able to get reservations to attend the Mickey's Christmas Carol Feast, where he was finally able to meet for the very rare character, Scrooge McDuck! To wrap up the episode Thomas talks about an upcoming Disney Cruise that he will be taking with his mom In March! Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic alive long after the show ends, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away. And if you are envisioning your own Disney Vacation Club experience, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for walking this path with us. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, warm memories, and just a touch of pixie dust.

    1h 11m

  6. MAR 1

    MTP 485: Disney+: Take 4 - March 2026

    Join us as Bill, Sheila, and Steve welcome the feeling that spring is finally in the air with a fresh look at everything blooming on Disney+ and Hulu this March. From brand-new premieres to returning favorites, the trio highlights the biggest releases lighting up our screens as the days grow longer and the weather gets warmer. They chat about exciting debuts like Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, fascinating documentaries such as Ghost Elephants, family-friendly fun including Magicampers, and the steady return of comfort TV with weekly episodes of American Idol. Of course, no March celebration would be complete without a little nostalgia, and Disney+ is delivering in a big way with the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special — a heartfelt return to the show that defined a generation, complete with rare footage, recreated sets, and an intimate conversation with Miley Cyrus. Whether you're looking for something thrilling, cozy, inspiring, or just plain fun, this month's lineup has a little something for everyone. So open the windows, let that spring breeze in, and settle in with us as we help you decide what to add to your watchlist. Before you step out into your next springtime Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams as fresh and bright as the season. To keep the magic blooming long after the show ends, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation grows all year long. For even more stories, sunshine, and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com — your magical moment might be just one message away. And if you are planting the seeds for your own Disney Vacation Club experience, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales — thank you for walking this path with us. May your days be filled with sunshine, new beginnings, joyful adventures, and just a little extra pixie dust carried on the spring breeze. 🌸✨

    56 min

  7. FEB 23

    MTP 484: Lounging at Disney with Dave and Rita Greiner

    Join us as Bill and Sheila welcome back past guests to the show and good friends, Dave and Rita Greiner, as they share details from their recent trip to Walt Disney World. For them, this trip was a spur-of-the-moment decision to take a few relaxing days away. They were less focused on rides and more interested in exploring new lounges and hidden gems across the parks and resorts. Some of the lounges they checked out included Trader Sam's, Enchanted Rose, and Topolino's, while sampling new drinks along the way. Before heading home, they were also able to visit the new DVC lounge over in Frontierland at the Magic Kingdom. Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic alive long after the show ends, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away. And if you are envisioning your own Disney Vacation Club experience, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for walking this path with us. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, warm memories, and just a touch of pixie dust.

    1h 5m

  8. FEB 17

    MTP 483: Making Magic-One Mile At A Time!

    Join us as Sheila chats with Gary, who shares all the details about a recent three-night trip he took with his wife to Disneyland to attend the runDisney weekend. Besides running in the half marathon, there were two other things that Gary really had his heart set on accomplishing during this trip. The first was to buy the Key to Disneyland (an interactive park experience). With this key, he set out to find nine locations within the park to unlock hidden magic along the way. The other mission for Gary was to meet Baymax, which took a couple of tries, but he got there in the end. The true highlight of the weekend, however, was running the half marathon side by side with his best friend while his wife cheered them on from the sidelines. Listen in to hear how the race went for him. Closing out the show, Gary also shares tips and advice to help you make the most of your next Disney adventure. Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic alive long after the show ends, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away. And if you are envisioning your own Disney Vacation Club experience, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for walking this path with us. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, warm memories, and just a touch of pixie dust.

    1h 27m
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