11 episodes

Walt Disney once said “It takes people to make the dream a reality.”
This podcast is a place for real conversations with “the people it takes.” The people it takes to make the magic and create the happiness that fuels the most magical places on earth. Disney Cast Members. From Disney College Program participants and Alumni, to full-time magic makers and more- myself included. I am so excited to share these stories, laughs and conversations with you.

All opinions and experiences are my own. I am in no way endorsed by, nor do I speak for the Walt Disney Company.

The People it Takes Lauryn Squyres

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.7 • 29 Ratings

Walt Disney once said “It takes people to make the dream a reality.”
This podcast is a place for real conversations with “the people it takes.” The people it takes to make the magic and create the happiness that fuels the most magical places on earth. Disney Cast Members. From Disney College Program participants and Alumni, to full-time magic makers and more- myself included. I am so excited to share these stories, laughs and conversations with you.

All opinions and experiences are my own. I am in no way endorsed by, nor do I speak for the Walt Disney Company.

    It Takes Lauren Season Finale

    It Takes Lauren Season Finale

    Welcome to Episode 10- the season finale of The People It Takes! In this weeks episode, our host, Lauryn, sits down at Wilderness Lodge with former cast member, content creator (laurensfloatinglights), and friend, Lauren. Before becoming a familiar face on social media, Lauren traveled across the pond from England to become a Disney World Cast member through the cultural representative program (CRP) at EPCOT. Lauren participated in this not once, but twice, as once was not enough. Lauren was stationed in the England pavilion at EPCOT through her programs, a home away from home to be sure, but did the Disney magic get squandered in a role like this? You’ll be surprised.

    Though she is no longer with Disney, Lauren still creates magic for theme park lovers and dreamers as a content creator. Lauren is the perfect example of who Walt wanted making magic in his parks as one of The People It Takes. We hope you enjoy this episode and we are SO happy you're here.

    ALL opinions and experiences are our own, I, as well as my guests, do not speak on behalf of The Walt Disney Company in any way.

    • 43 min
    It Takes Alexis

    It Takes Alexis

    Welcome to Episode 9 of The People It Takes! In this weeks episode, our host, Lauryn, sits down at Wilderness Lodge with Friend, Cast Member, Crew Member; Alexis. Alexis has made magic in many different roles from one of the most chaotic quick service restaurants in the parks, to one of the slowest attractions of Disney. But her all time favorite took place in a galaxy far-far-away. From childhood dreaming to really walking the halls of the Halcion, Alexis brought her love and passion for her unique and beloved former role everyday and continues to shine just as bright in her new role as one of The People It Takes. We hope you enjoy this episode and we are SO happy you’re here. 

    ALL opinions and experiences are our own, I, as well as my guests, do not speak on behalf of The Walt Disney Company in any way. 

    • 25 min
    Let’s Talk Disney

    Let’s Talk Disney

    Welcome to Episode 8 of The People It Takes! Today, Lily re-enters the chat at Coronado Springs Resort. We asked for your best Disney questions and you did exactly that and gave us some GOOD Disney questions. Let’s talk about it.



    ALL opinions and experiences are our own, I, as well as my guests, do not speak on behalf of the Walt Disney Company in any way.

    • 25 min
    It Takes Josh

    It Takes Josh

    Welcome to Episode 7 of The People It Takes! In this weeks episode, our host, Lauryn, sits down at Coronado Springs Resort with former cast member, current theme park reviewer and content creator, Josh, also known as JVTV. Before becoming a familiar face on social media, Josh was a participant in the Disney College Program. Not only was Josh one of the last people in the parks before Covid, but also had his program cut short because of it. With arguably the most fun role there is, Josh interacted with nearly every visitor at the magic kingdom from day to day. Though he is no longer with Disney, Josh still creates magic for theme park lovers as a content creator. I have no doubt, even knowing him only a short time, that Josh brought joy to many, many guests as one of The People It Takes. We hope you enjoy this episode and we are SO happy you're here.

    ALL opinions and experiences are our own, I, as well as my guests, do not speak on behalf of The Walt Disney Company in any way.

    • 41 min
    It Takes Josephine

    It Takes Josephine

    Welcome to Episode 6 of The People It Takes! In this weeks episode, our host, Lauryn, sits down at the Grand Floridian with Friend and Cast Member, Josephine. Josephine has made magic in many different roles from one of the most chaotic quick service restaurants in the parks, to everyone's dream role of entertainment. She is currently taking on a new role and new location in her favorite park; Disney's Animal Kingdom. Josephine's is one someone who will make you smile from ear to ear the entire conversation and have you laughing nonstop. It is no question why Josephine is one of The People It Takes. We hope you enjoy this episode and we are SO happy you're here.

    ALL opinions and experiences are our own, I, as well as my guests, do not speak on behalf of The Walt Disney Company in any way.

    • 42 min
    It Takes Edward

    It Takes Edward

    Welcome to Episode 5 of The People It Takes! In this weeks episode, our host, Lauryn, sits down at the Grand Floridian with Friend and Cast Member, Edward. Edward is a photopass photographer at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Orlando. He began his time at Disney the way many do, as a Disney College Program participant, and like every cast member, his story has its own unique twist. Edward may be known outside of Disney as The Diabetes Hero, but this conversation will give you a glimpse into why many think of Edward as the Photopass Hero, and no one is more deserving of the title. Walt would be especially proud to know that after years of trying, Edward, is now one of The People It Takes. We hope you enjoy this episode, and we are SO happy you’re here.

    ALL opinions and experiences are our own, I, as well as my guests, do not speak on behalf of The Walt Disney Company in any way. 

    • 42 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
29 Ratings

29 Ratings

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First of all let me introduce myself: I’m a 50 year old boy 🤣 who loves Disney since I was born in 1974! I’m from Puerto Rico and I started following you on Instagram because I’m a DCP dad! My son in 2022 made the program from February to July and I was very proud of him! He did the program in Hollywood Studio too as a photo pass cast member and he was usually at the entrance of Hollywood studio where the china palace is located; so he did the program till July because Covid hit him hard around July and got home sic too and you know how it is! Mom and Dad we’re worried! So he quit the program after he graduated from it and mom and dad got on a plane to Florida to help him move back to Puerto Rico and the experience for him was at the beginning a little hard because for a long period of time he’s roomate got Covid and he was sleeping on the floor in his mattress because Flamingo crossings managers don’t want or know what to do! So it was a hard experience at the start for him but he manage the inconvenient. After that everyone changed rooms and started again a blank slate! Anyway back at home I started following you because as a dad I want it to know more about the program and how does the program treats their young cast members! I heard in YouTube from good stories to bad ones! And I think your podcast will be nice to hear! So bless you! And have a magical life! I always wanted to work for Disney and I hope in a future far far away I will! 😇 Bless you and you got an old fan lover of Disney too here at the Caribbean in Puerto Rico!🇵🇷

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