Escape to the Magic Podcast

Randy, Dack, and Ryan
  • 4.8 (43)
  • Places & Travel
  • Updated Weekly

A weekly Disney fan podcast hosted by Randy, Dack, and Ryan exploring all aspects of Disney magic! We are three dads and self-admitted Disney nerds (and proud of it!)! This is a podcast for Disney fans, anyone looking for some fun and insightful Disney discussion, and for those who may want a little advice on making the most of their Disney vacation! Check us out at www.escapetothemagicpodcast.com

  1. 134 - Disney World / Disneyland World Cup Attraction Tournament!! Let's Go!!!!

    5d ago

    134 - Disney World / Disneyland World Cup Attraction Tournament!! Let's Go!!!!

    In this special tournament-style episode of Escape to the Magic, Dack, Ryan, and guest host Sarah put some of the greatest attractions from both Walt Disney World and Disneyland into a World Cup-style bracket to determine one ultimate champion. From beloved classics, to groundbreaking dark rides, to thrilling coasters, every attraction must survive head-to-head matchups to advance. Which fan favorites make a deep run? Which iconic rides suffer shocking upsets? And when the dust settles, only one attraction will be left standing as the greatest Disney Parks attraction of them all. Join us as we debate, defend our picks, and crown the undisputed champion of Disney magic. 🏆✨🎢 Friends of the show: Luxurious Vacation Home Rentals super close to Disney World - https://www.stayhappilyeverafter.com/ Mainstreet Dads Club https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1F4uDCgtcQ/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://magiccandlecompany.com?sca_ref=4533910.xyWxobINVx 📍Connect With Us: We'll see you on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escapetothemagicpodcast/ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review our podcast on Apple Podcasts or drop us a comment on Spotify! It helps others find the show and lets us know what you love (or what you want more of). Thanks for listening! About: A weekly Disney fan podcast hosted by Randy, Dack, and Ryan exploring all aspects of Disney magic! We are three dads and self-admitted Disney nerds (and proud of it!)! This is a podcast for Disney fans, anyone looking for some fun and insightful Disney discussion, and for those who may want a little advice on making the most of their Disney vacation!

    49 min
  2. 133 - Unpopular Opinion: Is Disney World is No Longer Designed for Kids? Debating a Viral Social Media Post

    Jun 11

    133 - Unpopular Opinion: Is Disney World is No Longer Designed for Kids? Debating a Viral Social Media Post

    Is Disney World no longer for kids? Has it lost its magic? On the show this week, Dack and Ryan address a recent viral social media post claiming all sorts of nonsense. But is there any truth to it? Hope you enjoy the show! Friends of the show: Luxurious Vacation Home Rentals super close to Disney World - https://www.stayhappilyeverafter.com/ Mainstreet Dads Club https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1F4uDCgtcQ/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://magiccandlecompany.com?sca_ref=4533910.xyWxobINVx 📍Connect With Us: We'll see you on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escapetothemagicpodcast/ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review our podcast on Apple Podcasts or drop us a comment on Spotify! It helps others find the show and lets us know what you love (or what you want more of). Thanks for listening! About: A weekly Disney fan podcast hosted by Randy, Dack, and Ryan exploring all aspects of Disney magic! We are three dads and self-admitted Disney nerds (and proud of it!)! This is a podcast for Disney fans, anyone looking for some fun and insightful Disney discussion, and for those who may want a little advice on making the most of their Disney vacation!

    39 min
  3. 132 - A Musical Episode: Ranking Our Top Most Nostalgic Sounds at Disney World! Plus, Magical Scenario!!

    Jun 3

    132 - A Musical Episode: Ranking Our Top Most Nostalgic Sounds at Disney World! Plus, Magical Scenario!!

    Missing Disney? This is the episode of all episodes to help you cure your Disney blues (or maybe make you miss Disney even more)! On the show this week, we're taking you on a musical journey to help you reminisce, reconnect, and dream about all the wonderful memories made during a Disney World trip. Friends of the show: Luxurious Vacation Home Rentals super close to Disney World - https://www.stayhappilyeverafter.com/ Mainstreet Dads Club https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1F4uDCgtcQ/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://magiccandlecompany.com?sca_ref=4533910.xyWxobINVx 📍Connect With Us: We'll see you on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escapetothemagicpodcast/ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review our podcast on Apple Podcasts or drop us a comment on Spotify! It helps others find the show and lets us know what you love (or what you want more of). Thanks for listening! About: A weekly Disney fan podcast hosted by Randy, Dack, and Ryan exploring all aspects of Disney magic! We are three dads and self-admitted Disney nerds (and proud of it!)! This is a podcast for Disney fans, anyone looking for some fun and insightful Disney discussion, and for those who may want a little advice on making the most of their Disney vacation!

    36 min
  4. 131 - Ranking Disney Conspiracy Theories: The Truth is Out There! Plus, Magical Scenario!

    May 20

    131 - Ranking Disney Conspiracy Theories: The Truth is Out There! Plus, Magical Scenario!

    Grab your tinfoil Mickey ears and join us as we uncover the strange side of Disney magic. On the episode this week, we take a strange dive into some Disney conspiracy theories and rank how realistic they are! Is Frozen connected to Tangled and the The Little Mermaid? Does Disney have a legion of cats to patrol their parks at night hunting for rodents? We hope you enjoy the show! Friends of the show: Luxurious Vacation Home Rentals super close to Disney World - https://www.stayhappilyeverafter.com/ Mainstreet Dads Club https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1F4uDCgtcQ/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://magiccandlecompany.com?sca_ref=4533910.xyWxobINVx 📍Connect With Us: We'll see you on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escapetothemagicpodcast/ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review our podcast on Apple Podcasts or drop us a comment on Spotify! It helps others find the show and lets us know what you love (or what you want more of). Thanks for listening! About: A weekly Disney fan podcast hosted by Randy, Dack, and Ryan exploring all aspects of Disney magic! We are three dads and self-admitted Disney nerds (and proud of it!)! This is a podcast for Disney fans, anyone looking for some fun and insightful Disney discussion, and for those who may want a little advice on making the most of their Disney vacation!

    41 min
  5. 130 - The Rise and Fall of the Disney Renaissance + Our World Cup Attraction Tournament Update!

    May 6

    130 - The Rise and Fall of the Disney Renaissance + Our World Cup Attraction Tournament Update!

    In this episode, we explore the story of the Disney Renaissance—not just the magic, but how it began and why it eventually faded. After a period of creative and financial struggles in the 1970s and 80s, Disney found new life with The Little Mermaid, driven by fresh leadership, Broadway-style songwriting, and a renewed focus on strong storytelling. That momentum carried through hits like Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, and The Lion King, marking one of the most successful creative runs in animation history. But by the late 1990s, the formula began to wear thin. Films like Hercules and Tarzan still found success, but changing audience tastes, internal leadership shifts, and rising competition from studios like Pixar signaled a turning point. We break down how this iconic era reshaped Disney—and why even the most magical runs eventually come to an end Friends of the show: Luxurious Vacation Home Rentals super close to Disney World - https://www.stayhappilyeverafter.com/ Mainstreet Dads Club https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1F4uDCgtcQ/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://magiccandlecompany.com?sca_ref=4533910.xyWxobINVx 📍Connect With Us: We'll see you on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escapetothemagicpodcast/ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review our podcast on Apple Podcasts or drop us a comment on Spotify! It helps others find the show and lets us know what you love (or what you want more of). Thanks for listening! About: A weekly Disney fan podcast hosted by Randy, Dack, and Ryan exploring all aspects of Disney magic! We are three dads and self-admitted Disney nerds (and proud of it!)! This is a podcast for Disney fans, anyone looking for some fun and insightful Disney discussion, and for those who may want a little advice on making the most of their Disney vacation!

    34 min
  6. 129 - Name That Disney World Restaurant! + Mouse Report of the Week!

    Apr 30

    129 - Name That Disney World Restaurant! + Mouse Report of the Week!

    On the show this week, we take turns testing each other's Disney World restaurant knowledge and provide a little insight as to why we love certain ones more than others! Friends of the show: Luxurious Vacation Home Rentals super close to Disney World - https://www.stayhappilyeverafter.com/ Mainstreet Dads Club https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1F4uDCgtcQ/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://magiccandlecompany.com?sca_ref=4533910.xyWxobINVx 📍Connect With Us: We'll see you on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escapetothemagicpodcast/ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review our podcast on Apple Podcasts or drop us a comment on Spotify! It helps others find the show and lets us know what you love (or what you want more of). Thanks for listening! About: A weekly Disney fan podcast hosted by Randy, Dack, and Ryan exploring all aspects of Disney magic! We are three dads and self-admitted Disney nerds (and proud of it!)! This is a podcast for Disney fans, anyone looking for some fun and insightful Disney discussion, and for those who may want a little advice on making the most of their Disney vacation!

    38 min
  7. 128 - What in the World is Disney Bounding??? 🤷‍♂️

    Apr 16

    128 - What in the World is Disney Bounding??? 🤷‍♂️

    On the show this week, we welcome back Ryan's wife Holly as she helps us understand more about the Disney fan culture of "Disney Bounding." Friends of the show: Luxurious Vacation Home Rentals super close to Disney World - https://www.stayhappilyeverafter.com/ Mainstreet Dads Club https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1F4uDCgtcQ/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://magiccandlecompany.com?sca_ref=4533910.xyWxobINVx 📍Connect With Us: We'll see you on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escapetothemagicpodcast/ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review our podcast on Apple Podcasts or drop us a comment on Spotify! It helps others find the show and lets us know what you love (or what you want more of). Thanks for listening! About: A weekly Disney fan podcast hosted by Randy, Dack, and Ryan exploring all aspects of Disney magic! We are three dads and self-admitted Disney nerds (and proud of it!)! This is a podcast for Disney fans, anyone looking for some fun and insightful Disney discussion, and for those who may want a little advice on making the most of their Disney vacation!

    37 min
  8. 127 - Major Disney World Attraction Update! Plus, the Most Influential Imagineers!

    Apr 9

    127 - Major Disney World Attraction Update! Plus, the Most Influential Imagineers!

    On the show this week, we discuss a major Disney World attraction update, get called out by Ryan's wife, and discuss some of Disney's most influential Imagineers! We hope you enjoy the show! Friends of the show: Luxurious Vacation Home Rentals super close to Disney World - https://www.stayhappilyeverafter.com/ Mainstreet Dads Club https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1F4uDCgtcQ/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://magiccandlecompany.com?sca_ref=4533910.xyWxobINVx 📍Connect With Us: We'll see you on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escapetothemagicpodcast/ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review our podcast on Apple Podcasts or drop us a comment on Spotify! It helps others find the show and lets us know what you love (or what you want more of). Thanks for listening! About: A weekly Disney fan podcast hosted by Randy, Dack, and Ryan exploring all aspects of Disney magic! We are three dads and self-admitted Disney nerds (and proud of it!)! This is a podcast for Disney fans, anyone looking for some fun and insightful Disney discussion, and for those who may want a little advice on making the most of their Disney vacation!

    44 min
See All (136)

4.8
out of 5
43 Ratings

About

A weekly Disney fan podcast hosted by Randy, Dack, and Ryan exploring all aspects of Disney magic! We are three dads and self-admitted Disney nerds (and proud of it!)! This is a podcast for Disney fans, anyone looking for some fun and insightful Disney discussion, and for those who may want a little advice on making the most of their Disney vacation! Check us out at www.escapetothemagicpodcast.com

Information

  • Creator
    Randy, Dack, and Ryan
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    136
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Escape to the Magic 2025
  • Show Website
    Escape to the Magic Podcast

You Might Also Like