Podcasts by Turkey Leg Talk

Mega Episode - All Time Travel Show in One Place from 2023-08-26T14:22

Come with me as I go back in time to Walt Disney World in the 1970's and then Disneyland in the 1950's. 

Disney+ Deep Dive: The Princess Bride from 2023-06-30T01:02

In this enchanting episode of "Disney+ Deep Dive," join us as we embark on a captivating journey through the timeless tale of "The Princess Bride." Explore the film's iconic moments, memorable c...

Memory Lane and Listener Questions with Bob Gurrr from 2023-06-03T00:49

Buckle up for another epic episode of Turkey Leg Talk as I welcome back the one and only Disney Legend, Bob Gurr! Get ready to dive deep into the enchanting world of Disneyland as Bob shares fas...

Walt Disney World&Universal Orlando Vacation Review with Baby Sideburns from 2023-04-19T22:12

If you love all things Disney and are planning a vacation to Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando, then you won't want to miss this episode of Turkey Leg Talk. I (Phil Gramlich) am joined by K...

Tempus Fugit from 2022-09-16T21:58:56

A tour of Walt Disney's apartment above the firehouse in Disneyland does not go quite as expected

Favorite Value, Moderate,&Deluxe Resorts from 2022-04-24T15:42:14

Which Value, Moderate, Deluxe, & Deluxe Villas would be the best fit for your family? We'll help you decide!

Favorite Value, Moderate,&Deluxe Resorts from 2022-04-24T15:42:14

Which Value, Moderate, Deluxe, & Deluxe Villas would be the best fit for your family? We'll help you decide!

Galactic Starcruiser Review from 2022-03-29T15:10:49

Adventure. Excitement. A Jedi needs not these things. Unless you're onboard the Starcruiser!

Delicious Disney with Marcy Carriker Smothers from 2021-12-10T19:05:40

Author and food & wine pro Marcy Carriker Smothers joins me on the show this week to talk all things Disney dining, including some great Walt Disney stories and a whole lot more!

Disney Things We're Thankful For 2021 Edition from 2021-12-03T19:06:47

In 2021 the Disney Company has given its fans new attractions, restaurants, shows, movies, & much more! Listen into find out what Disney Things We're Thankful for in 2021!

While it's easy...

Disney+ Deep Dive: Adventures In Babysitting from 2021-11-19T02:16:17

Our first ever Disney+ Deep Dive focuses on a classic comedy from the 80's that still stands up well into the 21st Century, "Adventures In Babysitting".

This week we will break down this ...

Celebrating Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversary from 2021-10-01T21:02:32

We are celebrating Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversary with stories, our favorite memories, and more!

Listener Questions: Disney Genie, 50th Anniversary & More! from 2021-09-16T16:15:14

We have lots of listener questions to get to including ones about Disney Genie, WDW's 50th Anniversary, family trip traditions and much more!

Claude Coats with Alan Coats & Dave Bossert from 2021-07-12T20:26:36

Claude Coats was an artist, background artist, animator and set designer, known for his work with the Walt Disney Animation Studios and Walt Disney Imagineering.

Universal Orlando Review from 2021-07-03T18:37:29

I took a trip to visit those other parks down the road at Universal Orlando on my last trip to Walt Disney World. This is how it went.

Universal Orlando reopened amid the Cov...

What's New in Walt Disney World? from 2021-06-11T14:24:59

The 50th Anniversary Celebration for Walt Disney World begins on October 1, 2021. We'll give you the scoop on what new things will be opening in 2021 and beyond!

Disney & Pixar film...

Early Days of Disneyland with Bob Gurr from 2021-05-28T19:36:14

Who better to tell us stories about the earliest days of Disneyland than original Disneyland Imagineer, Bob Gurr?

Bob Gurr was hired by Walt Disney himself in 1954 to work on the bodies o...

Taking Our Parents to Walt Disney World from 2021-05-21T20:52:50

There's something very special about taking a trip to Walt Disney World with parents even though we (at least some of us) aren't kids anymore!

It's only right to take our parents on...

Word of the Week - Nahtazu from 2021-05-13T20:35:29

Did you know that Disney's Animal Kingdom is many things, but it's definitely "Nahtazu"! 

Okay, actually, Walt Disney World's fourth and largest theme park actually doubles as a zoo. It's...

Top Ten Disney Heroes from 2021-04-16T20:47:19

There is no shortage of heroes in the Disney universe. Princes, Princesses, Kings, Queens, Gods...they're all represented. But who are our favorites? 

Top Ten Favorite Things About World Showcase from 2021-04-02T18:44:21

What is it that makes Epcot's World Showcase so unique and so special among all of the Disney theme parks? Our Top Ten is only the tip of the iceberg!

Epcot's World Showcase is so m...

Word of the Week - Legendary from 2021-03-26T19:43:06

Did you know that Walt Disney World partially built Phase 2 of Disney's Pop Century Resort? I promise, this episode will be Legendary!

At the end of the 20th Century, the powers tha...

Top Ten Things We Miss In Magic Kingdom from 2021-03-24T19:19:56

Which things do we wish were still available in Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom? We have at least ten to tell you about!

The memories may remain, but over the years many things have bee...

Disneyland News and More from 2021-03-14T20:32:50

Finally, the news so many Disney fans have been waiting for is here, Disneyland is almost set to reopen! We'll also go into Disney Cruise Line and Walt Disney World news!

Word of the Week - Unknown from 2021-03-06T17:42:05

If you're a Disneyland history buff like me, you'll want to check out these lesser known stories from the early days of the park!

I recently downloaded and listened to an aud...

Everyday Smells that Remind You of Disney from 2021-03-06T17:22:10

Have you ever been hit with a smell all of a sudden that instantly transports you back to Disney? This episode is for you!

The Disney theme parks aren't just about the sights. They are a ...

Word of the Week - Timeless from 2021-02-12T19:44:30

Did you know that Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom has 15 opening day attractions still in operation?

The Disney company has always understood that nostalgia is a large part of its brand...

The Great Snow White Debacle from 2021-02-06T16:55:38

Even confident, professional (hopefully!) Disney travel agents can make mistakes sometimes! I present to you, The Great Snow White Debacle.

Top Ten WDW Audio Animatronic Figures from 2021-01-28T19:00:22

Which Walt Disney World audio animatronics are the coolest, according to us? I can almost guarantee there will be no spitting camels on this episode!

The Disney theme parks have giv...

Word of the Week - Walker from 2021-01-23T17:28:14

Disneyland's first ever Director of Entertainment lived an extremely fascinating life. This week's Disney Word of the Week is all about "Tommy the Toe" Walker!

Tommy Walker i...

What We're Looking Forward To in 2021 from 2021-01-14T17:36:46

We made it. 2020 is over! It's time to start thinking and planning for the future and What We're Looking Forward To in 2021!

The Disney Company has a lot of things on the horizon fo...

Word of the Week - Dominguez from 2021-01-08T15:45:21

Sadly, Disney Legend Ron Dominguez recently passed away. His legacy, however, still stands tall inside Disneyland.

Ron Dominguez was just about twenty years old when Walt Disney pur...

Word of the Week - Twas (The Night Before Christmas) from 2020-12-23T16:45:34

Trying something a little different this time and bringing you my family's Christmas Eve tradition.

Since my wife and I have had kids I've been reading the poem "Twas The Night Befo...

Top Christmas Movie Characters from 2020-12-23T16:13:42

Where did Buddy the Elf rank on our list of Top Ten Christmas Movie Characters? How about Kevin McCallister? Find out!

We expanded our horizons a little bit this week and came up wi...

Word of the Week - Favorites from 2020-12-18T20:29:34

Over the years many of our favorite attractions have gone the way of the dodo. On this episode we'll take a virtual ride on three of my favorite extinct attractions.

20,000 Leagues ...

Favorite Disney Christmas Movies & Shows from 2020-12-15T18:55:03

The Walt Disney Company has been releasing wonderful Christmas specials and films going all the way back to 1958. On this episode we'll talk about our favorites!

From Mickey to The ...

Word of the Week - Trash from 2020-12-11T02:23:36

Trash is almost invisible in the Disney theme parks across North America. How is it removed almost undetected?

Easter Eggs in Disney's Animated Films from 2020-12-08T21:02:25

Over the years you've probably noticed that Disney & Pixar like to hide little tributes to other movies in their films. We'll tell you where to find them!

The animations wizards at ...

The Script is Flipped from 2020-12-05T22:28:41

I don't interview a guest this week. Instead, a couple of guests interview me.

This week two of the members of the Ear To There Travel team prepared questions for me for the show. W...

Word of the Week - Thanksgiving from 2020-11-25T20:51

From pardoned turkeys to the infamous Turkey Legs, Thanksgiving and turkey has been a big part of the Disney Parks for decades!

This week I'll go into the history of Thanksgiving in...

Welcome To Turkey Leg Talk & What We're Thankful For from 2020-11-25T20:40:15

The Ear To There Disney Podcast is now Turkey Leg Talk! It's the same fun show with a new name and logo. Find out what we're thankful for in 2020!

Disney has helped get us through a...

Word of the Week - Maelstrom from 2020-11-20T23:47:10

Disney announced that a new Norway pavilion was coming to EPCOT Center's World Showcase in 1985. By 1988 the Norwegians had arrived and with them came an all new attraction within the pavilion t...

The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook from 2020-11-19T20:07:37

The food in the Disney theme parks is much more than hot dogs and hamburgers. Amazing appetizers, savory snacks, decadent desserts, and elegant entrees are just a few of the things you can expec...

Rediscovering Classic Attractions from 2020-11-12T20:28:25

With all of the flashy new Disney attractions so often in the blog headlines, it's nice to take a nice, nostalgic trip to the classic attractions that started it all.

Disney-obsesse...

Rediscovering Classic Attractions from 2020-11-12T20:28:25

With all of the flashy new Disney attractions so often in the blog headlines, it's nice to take a nice, nostalgic trip to the classic attractions that started it all.

Disney-obsesse...

Rediscovering Classic Attractions from 2020-11-12T20:28:25

With all of the flashy new Disney attractions so often in the blog headlines, it's nice to take a nice, nostalgic trip to the classic attractions that started it all.

Disney-obsesse...

Top Ten Disney Books from 2020-11-06T19:38:23

There are no shortage of books about the history of the Disney company, the theme parks, and Walt Disney himself. This week I wanted to do my best to bring you my all time favorites. Enjoy Episo...

Watch Mr. Boogedy With Me from 2020-10-30T15:49:34

Fire up your Disney+ and get your iPhone ready, it's time to watch Mr. Boogedy with me!

I first heard about Mr. Boogedy around last Halloween. The Disney cult classic was first aired in 1...

Word of the Week - Dogs from 2020-10-16T16:24:15

Disney has brought us some very famous dogs in movies and television over the years. We've been inundated with Goofy, Pluto, 101 Dalmatians, and many more. But what about those dogs that are in ...

Unintentionally Scary Disney from 2020-10-12T18:36:50

Three words: Return. To. Oz. And that nightmare fuel is just the tip of the scary iceberg this week!

Over the years, Disney has given its fans many intentionally scary things. Fr...

BONUS: Back to the Speedway – Complete Series from 2020-10-08T16:39:22

Back by popular demand this week is a three part podcast series all rolled into one episode. Back to the Speedway the Complete Series is a first person story set in Walt Disney World in both the...

BONUS: Back to the Speedway – Complete Series from 2020-10-08T16:39:22

Back by popular demand this week is a three part podcast series all rolled into one episode. Back to the Speedway the Complete Series is a first person story set in Walt Disney World in both the...

BONUS: Back to the Speedway – Complete Series from 2020-10-08T16:39:22

Back by popular demand this week is a three part podcast series all rolled into one episode. Back to the Speedway the Complete Series is a first person story set in Walt Disney World in both the...

Word of the Week - Spire from 2020-10-01T19:47:02

Walt Disney was a visionary who often would do things that didn’t make a lot of sense to those who worked with him. I’ve read a story where he had workers at Disneyland pave over a beautiful flo...

An Afternoon with Bob Gurr from 2020-09-25T21:27:08

Disney Legend Bob Gurr was first hired by Walt Disney himself in 1954 to work on the body of the Autopia vehicles. Bob parlayed that job into a long career of design for Walt Disney Imagineering...

Returning to WDW as a Family from 2020-09-18T15:40:56

Walt Disney World has been welcoming guests back since mid-July and I’ve had a chance to talk to quite a few guests who’ve been there with their families. I hope you enjoy Episode 211: Returning...

Disneyland in 3D with Dave Bossert from 2020-09-10T17:51:41

One thing I have missed tremendously during 2020 is Disneyland. I’ve been to the parks every single year since I started as a travel agent and I don’t see myself slowing down any time soon! If y...

Word of the Week – Lost from 2020-09-09T16:06:40

Disneyland’s Adventureland was set to be immersed in a George Lucas-run franchise in the 1980’s. This franchise had much more to do with snakes and whips than lightsabers and blasters. I hope yo...

Disney Legend Bill Farmer from 2020-09-04T14:51:17

Bill Farmer has been the official voice of Goofy and Pluto (and many more characters you know) for over 30 years. More importantly than that, he’s a super nice guy and was a blast to talk to! I ...

Word of the Week – Lagoon from 2020-09-03T15:57:29

You probably already know some fun facts about Walt Disney World’s Seven Seas Lagoon, but maybe I can teach you a thing or two! I hope you enjoy this week’s Walt Disney World Word of the Week – ...

What’s It Like in Disneyland Paris? from 2020-08-28T19:15:28

As I’ve said countless times on the show, I’ve never been to Disneyland Paris, but I’ve always wanted to go. This week I sat down with a friend to talk all about her recent trip and what it was ...

When Should You Go Back to WDW? from 2020-08-21T14:59:08

With Walt Disney World’s theme parks and many resorts back up and running, I’ve been getting a lot of questions about when the right time will be for many people to return to the Most Magical Pl...

WDW With No Height Requirements from 2020-08-03T19:36:05

What does Walt Disney World offer for entire families to ride together? This week we took a look at exactly that. I hope you enjoy Episode 206: WDW With No Height Requirements!

Walt Disne...

A Chat With Disney Legend Floyd Norman from 2020-07-13T17:13:31

Walt Disney Animation has had no shortage of brilliant artists and fantastic storytellers over the years. This week I spoke with one individual who is a legend in both areas. I hope you enjoy Ep...

Word of the Week - Chicken (of the Sea) from 2020-07-09T15:36:33

This week's Word of the Week takes us both back in time and across the country as we head out to Disneyland in the 1950's and check out the old pirate ship restaurant. I hope you enjoy this week...

A Day At Universal Orlando from 2020-07-06T16:11:07

Walt Disney World is set to reopen its parks within the next week. Of course, Universal Orlando's theme parks have already been open and operating with new safety and wellness guidelines since J...

Most Underrated Disney Villains from 2020-07-01T17:58:36

Which character jumps into your mind when someone says the words "Disney villain"? Chances are, the character you just thought of isn't mentioned on this week's show! I hope you enjoy Episode 20...

Word of the Week - Carolwood from 2020-06-18T18:53:42

It's often said that Walt Disney came up with the idea for Disneyland while sitting on a park bench in Griffith Park in Los Angeles, watching his daughters on the carousel. While that is true, t...

Reopening Walt Disney World from 2020-06-16T19:48:14

It's almost time! Walt Disney World's parks and resorts will be opening too guests in less than one month. Find out all you need to know about it on this week's episode, Reopening Walt Disney Wo...

A Tribute to The Great Movie Ride from 2020-05-27T18:12:15

On May 1st, 1989, The Disney MGM Studios opened, and with it, one of the most beloved attractions in the history of theme parks. The Great Movie Ride was a fascinating trip into pure movie-makin...

Celebrating 200 Episodes from 2020-05-19T19:10:30

My New Years Resolution for 2016 was to start a podcast. Right after the clock struck midnight on New Year's Eve, I went onto Amazon and purchased a microphone. A few days later I sat down and s...

Secrets&Stories of the Disney Parks from 2020-05-13T18:36:27

Disneyland's and Walt Disney World's theme parks have no shortage of secrets. On this episode I will let you in on some that you may have never heard before! I hope you enjoy Episode 199: Secret...

Disney Characters You'd Want To Be Quarantined With from 2020-05-06T14:14:15

Sometimes it's fun to take on a silly topic and put a lot of thought into it. I am not embarrassed to say that I took a lot of time putting my list together! I hope you enjoy Episode 198: Disney...

Put A Little Disney In Your Day from 2020-04-28T19:01:28

With the world being on pause at the moment, my family and I are missing the Disney theme parks more than ever. This week we will help bring Disney into your home on Episode 197: Put A Little Di...

Word of the Week - InnerSpace from 2020-04-21T16:14:35

One attraction that I wish I had had the opportunity to experience was the Disneyland classic, Adventure Thru Inner Space. Sadly, I never had the opportunity. This week I'm going to ride along v...

Magical Minute: Hidden Oswald the Lucky Rabbit from 2020-04-13T14:42:31

Before Walt Disney made Mickey Mouse the biggest cartoon character of all time, he had a pretty big hit with a different animal. Oswald the Lucky Rabbit was Walt's first true star, and there are...

Word of the Week - S.E.A. from 2020-04-10T16:39:23

When Pleasure Island opened in 1989, it was impossible to tell just how big of an effect the Adventurer's Club would have on the future of the Disney company's parks and resorts. This week I wil...

Word of the Week - Lantern from 2020-04-08T18:12:41

I take pride in trying to bring new information that you may have never heard before on each episode of the Word of the Week. I hope you enjoy this week's Word of the Week - Lantern!

What...

Magical Minute: Lions of Kilimanjaro Safaris from 2020-04-06T20:04:24

Kilimanjaro Safaris is the largest attraction Walt Disney World Imagineers have ever created. The attraction itself is larger than the entire Magic Kingdom! The biggest stars on the safari are, ...

Spoiler Full Review of Rise of the Resistance from 2020-04-03T17:47:10

The reviews started coming in around the first week of December, 2019, and were incredibly positive. Rise of the Resistance was called transportive, exceptional, amazing, and the most immersive ...

Magical_Minute_Pickled_Sausages.mp3 from 2020-04-01T18:32:08

Word of the Week - Skeleton from 2020-03-30T16:52:50

Walt Disney World has had a colorful history full of larger than life heroes, villains, and stories. Are the characters in this story heroes or villains? You'll have to listen in and find out on...

Word of the Week - Splash from 2020-03-25T16:41:22

When Splash Mountain opened in Disneyland in 1988, Disney knew they had a big success on their hands! I hope you enjoy the latest Word of the Week - Splash!

Did you know that if Michael E...

Creepy Disney Attractions from 2020-03-24T22:50:06

Let's face it, Disney theme parks around the world have some creepy attractions. Some are intentionally creepy, some are unintentionally creepy. This week we will break them all down on Episode ...

Word of the Week - Plaza from 2020-03-21T02:26:17

Walt Disney knew that Disneyland needed a fine dining restaurant when his theme park opened. Queue The Red Wagon Inn. For the first decade of Disneyland, the location of the future Plaza Inn hos...

Disneyland For Kids from 2020-03-21T02:06:33

Walt Disney's original theme park has endured for more than half a decade as the best family theme park in the world. This week my cohost and I will tell you just what makes it so special for ki...

Stuck Home Show: WDW for Tweens from 2020-03-17T13:40:54

What is there to do in Walt Disney World for tweens? Today my friend Griffin and I talk all about it on this Stuck Home Show: WDW for Tweens.

WDW isn’t just for little kids these days. Th...

Stuck Home With Lex from 2020-03-16T21:49:11

You’re at home, I’m at home. We are all facing unprecedented restrictions in not only the United States of America, but across the world. That’s why I decided to do my best to inject a little bi...

90s TV Visits Walt Disney World from 2020-03-07T00:18:05

There was a time when almost every family show on television visited either the Walt Disney World resort or Disneyland. Today we’re going to go back to those fun times on this week’s show, 90s T...

Top Ten In Park Table Service Restaurants from 2020-02-28T18:19:04

Walt Disney World’s four theme parks have no shortage of table service restaurants. This week we’ll give you our Top Ten that we think you should head to on your next WDW vacation. Enjoy the Top...

Word of the Week – Presidents from 2020-02-21T17:14:48

The idea for the classic Magic Kingdom attraction, The Hall of Presidents, goes all the way back to Walt Disney Himself. Walt imagined it first as a walkthrough wax museum, much like he original...

Top 20 Things To Watch On Disney+ from 2020-02-18T23:24:35

When Disney+ premiered in November of 2019, there was a ton of content to sift through. In the last four months, a ton of movies, shows, and original programming has debuted. This week we will t...

Word of the Week – New from 2020-02-11T20:00:21

As Fozzie Bear once said, “I do my best to keep it fresh each night.” I agree wholeheartedly with Fozzie. That’s why I went ahead and made an investment in podcasting this week!

This is j...

Listener Questions: 5th Park, Favorite Resorts,&More from 2020-02-06T18:53:30

Letters, we get letters, we get sacks and sacks of letters! Well, we don’t really get letters, but we do get questions! I hope you enjoy this week’s show, Listener Questions: 5th Park, Favorite ...

Word of the Week: Legends from 2020-01-30T19:48:12

Disney’s Animated movies aren’t all talking cars and toys. The animated classics going back to Walt Disney’s times actually have pretty dark and morbid beginnings. I hope you enjoy this week’s W...

Imaginary Imagineering: Restaurant Edition from 2020-01-29T21:14:47

In the last ten years or so, Walt Disney World’s restaurants have become much more than just places to sit and eat. They are experiences that are as immersive as the lands, parks, and resorts th...

The Last Disney Decade from 2020-01-17T00:30:58

The Disney Decade is an era of the Walt Disney Company that was headed by former CEO Michael Eisner. It’s fondly looked back upon as one of the greatest decades in the company’s history since th...

The Attractions Kids Find Scary from 2020-01-07T21:56:01

One question I get from parents all the time is “Will my kids think this attraction is scary?” Honestly, I don’t know! That’s why I brought in one of the experts on this week’s show, The Attract...

Detour To Neverland from 2019-12-12T14:54:06

In October I was a guest on the Detour To Neverland Podcast with Brendan and Katherine. We talked a bit about my background with Disney and I had a blast answering questions on their show! I hop...

What We’re Thankful For: Disney Edition from 2019-11-26T15:44:54

2019 has been a big year for the Walt Disney Company. With numerous additions to the theme parks, film, television and more, there are so many things to be thankful for. We’ll tell you what our ...

Pat Williams on How To Lead Like Walt from 2019-11-15T18:17:08

Vision, Communication, People Skills, Character, Competence, Boldness, & A Serving Heart. These are the 7 timeless principles, according to this week’s guest, Basketball Hall of Famer & author P...

Word of the Week – Disney+ (With Spoilers) from 2019-11-14T21:44:21

November 12, 2019 has finally come and gone and Disney+ is here. Want to know my thoughts on the all-new streaming platform? I will tell you on this week’s Word of the Week – Disney+ (With Spoil...

Word of the Week – Tiki (Room Under New Management) from 2019-11-08T18:38:58

When Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room opened in Disneyland in 1963, it was absolutely groundbreaking. This was the first ever attraction that featured audio-animatronics, the first ever fully a...

Where To Find Your Favorite Cuisines in WDW from 2019-11-04T19:26:55

Sometimes, when you’re on vacation, you are in the mood for a specific type of cuisine. It might not be burgers and fries; it could be Italian, Japanese, Mexican, or even good old fashioned Germ...

Pod People Invasion and Trivia from 2019-10-30T20:09:59

Walt Disney World will never be the same! Last week the Ear To There Podcast Pod People took over a couple of ballrooms in Disney’s Contemporary Resort for food, fun, and friends. We even had a ...

Word of the Week – Monorail from 2019-10-11T16:12:51

There might not be a more iconic mode of transportation in the entire world than the Disney Monorail. This week my friend Bob Gurr and I will tell you all about the history of the monorail on th...

Listener Questions – October 2019 from 2019-10-08T18:48:52

I get lots of questions. Like, hundreds each week. So we decided to answer a few of them on this week’s podcast. I hope you enjoy Episode 182: Listener Questions – October 2019.

Origin st...

Funniest Walt Disney World Attractions from 2019-10-03T17:29:04

Where is the best place to really get a laugh in Walt Disney World? We’ll tell you on this week’s show, Episode 181: Funniest Walt Disney World Attractions!

Where do you go for a laugh in...

Words of the Week – Chester&Hester from 2019-09-18T15:55:57

When Disney’s Animal Kingdom opened in 1998, one of the original lands that was available to guests on Opening Day was Dinoland USA. The land has changed over the years and the backstory and sto...

Most Underrated Walt Disney World Restaurants from 2019-09-16T21:19:49

Weeks ago we recorded an episode that was all about the most overrated restaurants in Walt Disney World. This week, we hope you enjoy the opposite on Episode 180, the Most Underrated Walt Disney...

Galaxy’s Edge for Non Star Wars Fans from 2019-09-05T18:45:19

Star War’s: Galaxy’s Edge is a dream come true for true “Star Wars” fans like me. From the Stormtroopers walking around to the blue milk to the life-sized Millennium Falcon, it’s like waking up ...

Word of the Week – Disneyland from 2019-08-30T19:34:04

Sometimes you just need to be in your favorite place in the world! I hope you enjoy the Word of the Week – Disneyland!

Take a little escape from your day today and join me as I walk aroun...

Disneyland Family Trip Review from 2019-08-30T18:45:47

One thing that my family and I can do really well is talk. Actually, we never stop. And we had a ton to talk about when it came time to sum up our latest family trip! I hope you enjoy Episode 17...

Movies To Watch Before Visiting Disneyland from 2019-08-19T18:16:52

Disneyland took much of its original inspiration from the movies. From the red carpet concrete below your feet to the credits soon the windows of Main Street USA, you’re stepping into Walt Disne...

Word of the Week – Horizons from 2019-08-17T01:08:37

We’ve lost so many guest favorite attractions over the years, it’s hard to keep track. Maelstrom, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, and Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride will never again be experienced in Walt D...

Episode 176: Most Overrated WDW Restaurants from 2019-07-31T22:53:58

Let me preface this episode by saying that I love almost everything there is about Walt Disney World. I love the theme parks, resorts, attractions, and restaurants. But that doesn’t mean I have ...

Bonus Episode: Biggest WDW Rookie Mistakes from 2019-07-25T17:45:29

So, you’ve booked your family’s vacation to Walt Disney World. Now what? Well, this episode will help you avoid those rookie mistakes that so many guests make on their Walt Disney World vacation...

Bonus Episode: Gramlich Family Review of Akershus from 2019-07-18T20:58:42

A while back, my wife Amy and I decided to take our kids to breakfast at Akershus for the first time. We also decided to record it! I hope you enjoy this week’s Bonus Episode: Gramlich Family Re...

Magical Minute: Holly Vermont Realty Company from 2019-07-12T18:36:49

Have you ever heard of the Holly Vermont Realty Company? On this Magical Minute, I’ll fill you in on why, if it wasn’t for this random company, Disney might not be what it is today. I hope you e...

Bonus Episode: Chat with WDW Radio’s Lou Mongello from 2019-07-11T15:24:33

In the latest bonus episode of the Ear To There Disney Podcast, I hope you enjoy my chat with the original Disney Podcaster on this Bonus Episode: Chat with WDW Radio’s Lou Mongello.

When...

Little Things We Love About Magic Kingdom from 2019-07-08T19:52:19

Walt Disney World is made up of a lot of BIG things. Huge theme parks, water parks, restaurants, resorts, and more can make it a very busy vacation. But if you look hard enough, it’s really the ...

Best Spots in WDW for an Adult Beverage from 2019-07-01T17:53:43

Walt Disney World is the ultimate family-friendly vacation. With tons of rides with no height requirement at all, fun pools, playgrounds, and Disney characters everywhere, you can’t beat it for ...

Bonus Episode: Skip These WDW Attractions from 2019-06-26T17:33:16

It’s been said that you can’t do it all on a trip to Walt Disney World and with newer lands like Toy Story Land and Pandora: The World of Avatar, plus Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge coming this summer...

How To Make Your WDW Trip Affordable from 2019-06-24T22:10:37

A trip to Walt Disney World is not an inexpensive vacation. Between the resort, the park tickets, flights, dining plans, etc., there is an awful lot to pay for. So how do you make your WDW trip ...

Bonus Episode: All About the Polynesian from 2019-06-20T20:45:03

When Walt Disney World opened on October 1, 1971, it opened with three resort hotels: The Contemporary Resort, Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground, and the Polynesian Village Resort. The Polyn...

Word of the Week – Pleasure Island from 2019-06-14T15:10:42

Walt Disney World’s Pleasure Island was a bold move for the entertainment company that always prided themselves on family entertainment. Walt Disney built Disneyland so adults and children would...

Bonus Episode: WDW’s Most Controversial Decisions from 2019-06-13T17:29:10

What is WDW’s most controversial decision of all time? The removal of Horizons, Maelstrom, or Body Wars? The introduction of the Disney Dining Plans? We explore all of that and much more on this...

Top Ten Things to do with Your Dad in WDW from 2019-06-10T17:44:02

With Father’s Day less than a week away, I thought it might be interesting to take a look at the things in Walt Disney World that we might want to experience with our fathers or grandfathers. I ...

Word of the Week – Wood from 2019-06-08T02:06:35

Have you ever heard of a man named Cornelius Vanderbilt Wood? No? I hadn’t either. Then I did a little bit of research and found out some crazy things about this man and the history of the Walt ...

Bonus Episode: Chat with Must Do Disney’s Stacey J. Aswad from 2019-06-05T16:19:26

This episode was originally Episode 20 of the Ear To There Disney Podcast. Stacey J. Aswad has been the host of Walt Disney World Resort TV’s programming for more than a decade! I hope you enjoy...

Top Ten Counter Service Meals from 2019-06-03T17:54:36

Walt Disney World isn’t just hot dogs, cheeseburgers, and chicken nuggets. Over the last several years, the counter service meal options available in the parks and resorts have exploded. This we...

Bonus Episode: A Conversation with Disney Legend Rolly Crump from 2019-05-31T23:13:57

In this bonus episode I am bringing back my interview from Episode 11 with Disney Legend Rolly Crump. Rolly was hired by Walt Disney in the 1960’s and worked on some of the most influential Disn...

LIVE from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge from 2019-05-28T17:48:44

Four years ago at Disney’s D23 Expo in Anaheim, CA, it was announced that “Star Wars Land” was coming to both Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The wait is officially over. Star Wars: G...

Our Favorite WDW Water Attractions from 2019-05-20T17:11:07

Summer just got here in a hurry! I feel like last week I was putting on a sweatshirt to go outside and this week I can’t be outside for more than 2 minutes without needing to cool off. That got ...

Word of the Week – Ryman from 2019-05-17T17:56:01

Disney Legend and Imagineer Herb Ryman is the subject of this week’s show. You might remember that I have already done a Word of the Week about him, but these two stories also need to be told! I...

Bonus Episode: Top Ten WDW Attraction Quotes from 2019-05-15T16:37:20

Get ready for another bonus (re-released) episode! Walt Disney World’s attractions have no shortage of famous quotes. From “Dead men tell no tales” to “Let It Go,” you’ll always walk away from a...

A Conversation with John Ratzenberger from 2019-05-13T17:09:47

For someone like me who grew up watching Cheers, was in their 20’s when Pixar exploded, and now watches every new animated film with their kids, John Ratzenberger is one of the biggest names in ...

Bonus Episode: Chat With Yehaa Bob Jackson from 2019-05-08T17:35:53

By popular demand, I’m going back to older episodes that are hard to find on some podcast providers and re-releasing them each week. This was originally Episode 15 of the Ear To There Disney Pod...

Most Magical Disney World Moments from 2019-05-06T18:21:09

Walt Disney World is synonymous with magic. Once you step inside the theme park gates anything can happen and your wildest dreams can come true. We’ll talk about some our all time most magical e...

Word of the Week – Small from 2019-05-03T20:56:20

One of the most iconic attractions in the history of the Disney theme parks is “it’s a small world.” This week, along with some friends, I’ll talk all about the history of the 1964 World’s Fair ...

What To Do on Non Park Days from 2019-05-01T17:35:16

We’ve all been there. Either it’s a travel day or a day planned into the middle of your Walt Disney World vacation with no park tickets. So what is there to do? So much we made an entire episode...

Our Top Ten Walt Disney World Smells from 2019-04-27T16:10:59

Once a podcast episode is on iTunes, Stitcher, or Spotify for a long time, it gets removed so other, newer episodes can take its place. This episode was removed about a year ago but it’s a good ...

Our Favorite Disney Memories from 2019-04-11T13:11:58

What is your all time favorite Walt Disney World memory? Is it taking your children for the first time? Maybe it’s when you got your first glimpse of Cinderella Castle. This week we talk all abo...

Word of the Week – Spaceship from 2019-04-05T20:13:21

When I looked over all of the Word of the Week episodes that I’ve done, I was shocked to find that I’ve never done one about Spaceship Earth. There have been lots of changes and iterations of th...

Top Ten Favorite Cheesy Things We Love About WDW from 2019-04-04T18:58:14

When deciding to put this episode out, I had a lot of difficulty finding the right words to use. There are so many fun and nostalgic things in the parks of Walt Disney World that we all love. So...

Disney Attractions We Don’t Ride from 2019-03-27T16:25:42

The Disney theme parks are full of attractions that everyone wants to ride. But what about those attractions that we don’t ride?! This episode is about those! Let’s talk all about Disney Attract...

Top Ten Favorite Disney Attraction Vehicles from 2019-03-19T17:11:21

Disney has created some amazing ride vehicles over the years! From submarines to monorails, Doom Buggies to clam mobiles, check out our Top Ten Favorite Disney Attraction Vehicles!

The Do...

Top Ten Favorite Things About Pirates of the Caribbean from 2019-03-12T01:24:33

When Pirates of the Caribbean opened in Disneyland in 1967, it was an instant classic. Things have changed over the years but the feel and magic of the attraction have been a constant through th...

Word of the Week – Kingdom (of the Sun) from 2019-03-08T22:51:18

How much do you know about the Disney Animated Classic that never was, Kingdom of the Sun? I’ll tell you what I know on this week’s Word of the Week – Kingdom (of the Sun).

After...

Episode 159: Being Tom Sawyer with Disney Legend Tom Nabbe from 2019-03-06T15:59:33

Disney Legend Tom Nabbe has one of the most incredible stories I’ve ever heard from anyone associated with the Disney company. I hope you enjoy it, in his own words, on Episode 159: Being Tom Sa...

Word of the Week – Preview (Of Galaxy’s Edge) from 2019-03-02T00:18:39

Recently a handful of journalists were invited to visit Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland. I was not one of them. But I did do a lot of reading and I’ll tell you all about it on the Word of ...

Episode 158: How To Eat Like Walt from 2019-02-26T02:38:12

Disneyland is known for an insane attention to detail. It all started when Walt Disney designed his Fantasyland, Adventureland, Frontierland, Main Street USA, and Tomorrowland. His lands were im...

Word of the Week – Flight from 2019-02-21T23:23:22

Peter Pan’s Flight is an original Disneyland Opening Day attraction, an original Magic Kingdom Opening Day attraction, and one of the most popular attractions in the parks to this day. Check out...

Episode 157: WDW Through Kids’ Eyes from 2019-02-20T20:41:04

Walt Disney World is full of rides and shows without height requirements and it’s often hard to figure out what your children will and will not enjoy. That’s where this episode comes in! I hope ...

Episode 156: Top Ten WDW Shows from 2019-02-07T00:58:24

Walt Disney World is famous around the world for it’s world class entertainment, resorts, shows, and attractions. The one part of that we never have really talked about on this podcast is the sh...

Word of the Week – Lillian from 2019-01-31T21:12:35

If you’ve listened to this podcast before, you’ve heard me talk about the life of Walt Disney. What I haven’t spoken much about, however, is the life of his wife, Lillian Bounds Disney. That all...

Episode 155: The Year In Disney Movies from 2019-01-29T21:11:19

2019 is going to be a HUGE year for movies in the Disney company. With Marvel, Star Wars, sequels, originals, and more, nothing is slowing down the Disney cinema train that is 2019. This week we...

Word of the Week – Tributes from 2019-01-24T19:52:22

Walt Disney World’s theme parks are full of tributes to past attractions, Imagineers, those who helped build the company, and Walt Disney himself. I’ll tell you about some of my favorites this w...

Episode 154: How To Choose Your WDW Hotel from 2019-01-23T18:51:31

Choosing which Walt Disney World resort hotel for your trip isn’t an easy process. There are so many things you have to think about that I thought it would make for a great podcast episode! Figu...

Word of the Week – Proposed from 2019-01-17T19:13:51

Walt Disney World is one of the most visited tourist destination in all of the world. Would that be the case if the resort had ended up being built somewhere else? I’ll explore that on the Word ...

Episode 153: Coming Soon to Disney in 2019 from 2019-01-15T22:20:43

2018 was a great year in the Disney theme parks and resorts! So, what are we looking forward to in 2019? We’ll talk all about it on Episode 153: Coming Soon to Disney in 2019!

2019 is goi...

Word of the Week – Shortest from 2019-01-11T19:38:22

The Disney theme parks are home to some of the most iconic attractions of all time. Pirates of the Caribbean, the Haunted Mansion, & Space Mountain are just a few examples of hit attractions tha...

Episode 152: 2018 Disney Ear in Review from 2019-01-08T20:55:34

2018 was a big year for the Disney Company. From all new lands, new attractions & new restaurants to big movies and the closure of some old attractions, there’s a lot to discuss on Episode 152: ...

pisode 151: Finding the Magic of Disney from 2018-12-17T20:05:36

One thing the Disney Company has always been known for is magic. Whether it’s been in Disney movies, the theme parks, or on the cruise ships, the magic is everywhere. This week we take a look at...

Bonus Episode&Contest! from 2018-12-15T18:43:15

Over the summer I released a three part series of episodes titled “Back to the Speedway.” If you didn’t get a chance to listen to those, this episode puts all three together into one, mega episo...

Episode 150: More Imaginary Imagineering from 2018-12-10T23:18:05

Disney’s Imagineers have some of the greatest jobs on the planet. They get to design and build all of the newest, latest and greatest Disney attractions. This week we’ll put on our Imaginary Ima...

Word of the Week – Carousel from 2018-12-06T18:46

You may think I’ve done this one before, because I thought I had, but I was wrong! A while back, I had a Word of the Week titled “Carrousel.” The two R’s tipped me off that that show was about t...

Episode 149: Top Ten Disney Villains from 2018-12-04T00:23:10

In a podcast probably more suited for October than December, this week we take a look at our all time favorite Disney villains on Episode 149: Top Ten Disney Villains!

This week we talk a...

Episode 148: Mickey Mouse at 90 from 2018-11-19T19:01:34

Walt Disney famously said, “It all started with a mouse.” This week we’ll take a look back at that mouse’s first ninety years on Episode 148: Mickey Mouse at 90.

Let’s take a look back at...

Episode 147: Top Ten Disney Attraction Characters from 2018-11-14T00:00:40

Walt Disney Imagineering has come up with some fantastic attractions and shows over the last half century. One thing that has always driven those attractions and shows, however, is story…and to ...

Episode 146: Favorite Bob Gurr Answers from 2018-10-31T16:18

So, you know how your teachers always used to tell you to save your documents as you went and to back them up? I should’ve listened to them! This week we recorded a fun podcast all about our Top...

Episode 145: Top Ten Scary Attraction Moments from 2018-10-22T17:12:33

When thinking of Walt Disney World and Disneyland, “scary” isn’t one of the first words that probably comes to mind. Of course, in October, the parks can be full of spooky and scary things that ...

Word of the Week – Little (Known Facts) from 2018-10-13T14:17:35

The Disney Company has had a long, storied past, starting with it’s namesake and founder, Walt Disney. This week I wanted to take a look about some of the lesser known facts about the Disney Com...

Episode 144: Top Ten Things We Love About the Haunted Mansion from 2018-10-09T19:13:15

A cool chill is starting to appear in the night air, the leaves are falling, and pumpkin spice is everywhere…yes, it’s October in Walt Disney World. What makes Disney’s iconic attraction, the Ha...

Word of the Week – Mine Train (Through Nature’s Wonderland) from 2018-10-05T18:44:08

Before there was Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Disneyland’s Frontierland, there was Mine Train Through Nature’s Wonderland. This week I’ll talk all about it and we’ll take a virtual ride on W...

Episode 143: Disney Airlines with Bob Gurr from 2018-10-02T23:15:53

Walt Disney and Bob Gurr had something in common: they were both fascinated by the wonder of human flight from a very early age. This week I’ll take a look at the history of flight within the Di...

Episode 142: Your Disney Cruise Questions Answered from 2018-09-24T20:55:09

If you’ve thought about taking a cruise on the Disney Cruise Line, you probably have a lot of the same questions I did. This week we’ll get to them and I’ll answer on Episode 142: Your Disney Cr...

Episode 141: Two BIG Mistakes I’ve Made from 2018-09-18T20:17:36

I pride myself on always doing my research and knowing Walt Disney World and the Disney Cruise Line inside and out. That’s why this week was an important episode for me to do. I done messed up m...

Word of the Week – Instagrammable from 2018-09-14T17:33:48

Most weeks, the Word of the Week is an actual word. This week, well, at least I think it is! Check out this week’s Word of the Week – Instagrammable!

What are the most Instagrammable spot...

Episode 140: Top Ten Cast Member Roles from 2018-09-11T20:31:50

In my time as a cast member at Walt Disney World, I had some fun roles that I was able to play. I was a custodial host, an attractions host, and a front desk concierge. This week we talk all abo...

Word of the Week – Halloween Tree from 2018-09-06T18:57:53

The Disney parks are loaded with tributes to Disney Imagineers, former attractions, shows, and even restaurants. It’s pretty rare for someone who wasn’t officially a “cast member” to get a tribu...

Episode 139: Biggest Disney Park Flops from 2018-09-03T23:34:53

The Disney theme parks normally step up to the plate and hit it out of the park. Most attractions, restaurants, lands and stores are big hits with Disney fans everywhere. But what happens on the...

Episode 138: Top Ten Things We Miss in Hollywood Studios from 2018-08-26T23:55:11

Disney’s Hollywood Studios has changed more than any other Disney theme park. It started as a working movie studio, added many properties that weren’t Disney related or owned, and is now about t...

Episode 137: Fixing Walt Disney World from 2018-08-24T15:56:27

(Part 3 of 3) In this third and final installment of this week’s timeline, I try to fix everything I broke on my travels through the years in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! I hope you enjoy ...

Episode 136: Back From the Future from 2018-08-21T22:55:20

After finding out that there was, in fact, a time machine hidden in a Tomorrowland Speedway car inside the Magic Kingdom, I am doing my best to get home to my family in 2018. This is Episode 136...

Episode 135: A Sound of Thunder Mountain from 2018-08-20T04:54

I love learning about the history of Walt Disney World. That’s why when I had the chance to spend an evening hanging out with Disney Legend Bob Gurr, I jumped at the opportunity. We sat, ate piz...

Episode 134: What We Want from Disney’s Streaming Service from 2018-08-13T18:32:03

Disney’s Netflix-like streaming service is going to be up and running in 2019. We already know it will stream Disney’s animated classic films, Disney television shows, and much, much more. This ...

Episode 133: WDW Expectations: Fantasy vs. Reality from 2018-07-31T20:36:02

You’ve saved and saved and saved. Finally it is time to start thinking about and planning your family’s vacation to Walt Disney World. So what should you expect while you’re in the Most Magical ...

Episode 132: Favorite Walt Disney World Sounds from 2018-07-24T00:33:22

You really can’t explain the sounds of Walt Disney World to anyone who hasn’t spent some time in the parks and resorts. Sure, you can tell people about them. You can quote them. You can even mim...

Word of the Week – Gone (And Almost Forgotten) from 2018-07-22T16:53:17

Walt Disney World opened in October of 1971. Since the World began, many attractions have become iconic and have stuck around for the long haul. Others…have not. This week’s show is all about th...

Episode 131: Honest Review of Toy Story Land from 2018-07-11T01:30:25

This week my family and I are in Walt Disney World for a weeklong vacation. We’re all getting our first look at the long-awaited Toy Story Land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We’re going to give...

Episode 130: A Salute to All Nations, But Mostly America from 2018-07-04T00:18:01

Walt Disney was a very proud American. It seems only fitting that his theme parks would continue the tradition of honoring America in the decades since he last walked through Disneyland. I’ll ta...

Episode 129: Imagineering, Disney Studio, the Archives&More! from 2018-06-26T00:59:47

How can you possibly squeeze a full day of experiencing the history of the Walt Disney Company into a less than 2 hour podcast? We’ll do our best on Episode 129: Imagineering, Disney Studio, the...

Episode 128: A Walking Tour of Disneyland from 2018-06-21T22:24:52

This week I have been lucky enough to spend a few days in Southern California and in Disneyland. I’ve done more in a 3 day span that a lot of Disney fans might get to do in a lifetime, and I’m n...

Word of the Week – Falsehoods from 2018-06-12T21:47:34

Over the years there have been many stories to come out of Walt Disney World. This week I wanted to focus on the ones whose authenticity are most debated. This is the Walt Disney World Word of t...

Episode 127: Favorite WDW Attraction Scenes from 2018-06-11T18:56:07

Walt Disney World’s attractions are full of fantastic and magical scenes. Where else could you sail with Pirates, become the 1000th Happy Haunt, or search for the mysterious Yeti in the Himalaya...

It’s a food world – 50’s Prime Time Cafe from 2018-06-06T14:36:25

On it’s a food world, we mostly focus on the food, obviously. But some restaurants in Walt Disney World offer so much more than dining options. 50’s Prime Time Cafe mixes a fantastic and fun din...

Episode 126: WDW Under Construction from 2018-06-05T01:33:01

“Disneyland will never be completed. It will continue to grow as long as there is imagination left in the world.” This is a quote from Walt Disney about his passion project, Disneyland Park. Muc...

it’s a food world – Liberty Inn from 2018-06-01T18:31:04

Epcot has no shortage of restaurants and other places to eat. With a table service restaurant in every country’s pavilion (besides American Adventure), you could eat a different meal in the park...

Episode 125: WDW Entertainment Cheat Sheet from 2018-05-27T19:42:56

I don’t know about you, but when I talk about Walt Disney World with my friends and family I tend to focus on the rides. There are so many fantastic WDW attractions and rides that we often leave...

Word of the Week – Edutainment from 2018-05-24T18:56:21

Walt Disney first unveiled his plans for his Experimental Prototype Community Of Tomorrow in 1966. Unfortunately, he passed away that same year. Who knows what Epcot would have become if he had ...

Episode 124: Things You Never Knew About Magic Kingdom from 2018-05-22T06:39:25

As Walt Disney World fans, we all like to think we know everything about the parks we love. From restaurants to attractions to shows to the little things, there’s nothing we don’t already have a...

Word of the Week – Dining Plans (2018 Edition) from 2018-05-18T18:02:37

The Disney Dining Plan has undergone a lot of changes over the years. This week, my goal is to help you understand exactly what you’d be buying on the Word of the Week – Dining Plans (2018 Editi...

Episode 123: Snacking Around Walt Disney World from 2018-05-14T17:34:02

Walt Disney World has become known for having a wide variety of restaurants that will interest almost any appetite. But what happens when you don’t want to take the time to sit inside a restaura...

Episode 122: Favorite Disney Dark Rides from 2018-05-06T11:40:09

Since the 1964-1965 World’s Fair in New York, Disney has been synonymous with dark rides. From “it’s a small world” to Na’vi River Journey, these attractions have been entertaining guests for ge...

Word of the Week – Carrousel from 2018-05-03T21:38:36

As Disney fans, we’ve all heard the story of Walt Disney, watching his daughters on the Merry Go Round while sitting alone on a Griffith Park bench. What you might not have heard is the history ...

Episode 121: Kingdom Keepers Author Ridley Pearson from 2018-04-29T17:32:53

New York Times Bestselling Author Ridley Pearson stops by this week to talk all things Disney, Kingdom Keepers, Peter and the Starcatchers, and more! I hope you enjoy Episode 121: Kingdom Keeper...

Word of the Week – Bob (And the Magic Skyway) from 2018-04-25T20:02:55

I’m a lucky guy. I have the amazing opportunity to talk to Disney Legend and retired Imagineer Bob Gurr pretty frequently. Bob is an original WED employee and an original Imagineer. Walt Disney ...

Episode 120: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Turns Twenty from 2018-04-21T23:00:41

On April 22, 1998, Walt Disney World’s fourth theme park opened to the public. This week it’s all about a theme park gone wild as we discuss the best and worst of it all in Episode 120: Disney’s...

it’s a food world – Whispering Canyon Cafe from 2018-04-18T17:57:04

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is full of fantastic places to eat like Roaring Fork, Artist Point, and Geyser Point. No restaurant is more fun there though than Whispering Canyon Cafe! Which is why w...

Episode 119: How to Avoid Having a Horrible Trip from 2018-04-15T19:40:24

Walking through Magic Kingdom a couple of weeks ago, it was difficult to move through the crowds. The parks were packed each and every day we were there, but my family and I still had an absolut...

Word of the Week – Audio Animatronics from 2018-04-11T17:32:39

Wait, what? Right now you’re saying, “Hey, Phil, you stopped doing Word of the Week shows several weeks ago, didn’t you!?” Well, hold onto your hats and glasses, because it’s time for the Word o...

Episode 118: Disney Vacations with Special Needs from 2018-04-09T16:21:39

A Disney Vacation should be a trip that absolutely anyone can take. Sometimes, though, it might take a little bit of extra planning and effort to make sure everyone has the same, magical Disney ...

Episode 117: Disney World&Disney Cruise Recap from 2018-04-02T21:35:48

The Disney Land and Sea Vacation is a phenomenal vacation combination. A few days in Walt Disney World followed by a jaunt on the Disney Cruise Line is an amazing experience. My family and I jus...

Episode 116: A Chat with Disney Historian Jeff Kurtti from 2018-03-25T14:17:07

Once in a while I have the chance to talk to someone who has done some pretty amazing work with the Disney Company. This week was one of those weeks. I was lucky enough to have a chat with Disne...

it’s a food world – Contempo Cafe from 2018-03-20T23:45:45

When thinking about food at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, so many locations come to mind: Chef Mickey’s, California Grill, and The Wave all come to mind. One place that should come to mind, howe...

Episode 115: WDW Attractions That Make You Feel Like You’re In A Movie from 2018-03-19T23:03:37

We’ve all had those moments in the Walt Disney World theme parks: you’re walking through a land or riding an attraction and all of a sudden, BAM, you feel like you’re in the movie! That’s what m...

it’s a food world – Via Napoli from 2018-03-15T03:41:38

Admittedly, it’s slim pickings for pizza in Walt Disney World. The same could be said for authentic Italian food. For years it was nearly impossible to get authentic Italian cuisine anywhere on ...

Episode 114: Resort Roundup – Boardwalk Inn from 2018-03-12T04:29:12

Disney’s Boardwalk Inn is possibly the most unique resort hotel that Disney has ever built. It’s part resort, part entertainment district, part water park. Let’s take a look at all of those piec...

it’s a food world – Canada Popcorn Cart from 2018-03-07T17:13:22

We mentioned before that we’d not only be looking at and talking about Walt Disney World’s table service and counter service restaurants on it’s a food world, but at the kiosks and stands throug...

Episode 113: Movies to Watch Before Your WDW Vacation from 2018-03-05T00:04:36

When preparing for a trip to Walt Disney World, we all do the same things: research, plan, pack, & go. We all get excited for what we are going to do and see. But we might overlook one important...

it’s a food world – Dole Whip from 2018-02-28T04:37:16

One of Walt Disney World and Disneyland’s most popular snacks has not been around as long as you’d think. This week we take a look at that frozen pineapple dessert on it’s a food world – Dole Wh...

Episode 112: A Look Ahead at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge from 2018-02-26T00:34:21

Your location is a small spaceport on the edge of the galaxy. This once bustling town is now home to scoundrels, soldiers, and scavengers. This week we’ll take a look at the new civilization tha...

Episode 111: Best Non-Park WDW Activities from 2018-02-19T02:53:59

It never fails…we find ourselves in Walt Disney World without tickets to one of the Walt Disney World theme parks. So, what do we do? That’s what we’ll answer this week on Episode 111: Best Non-...

Episode 110: Top Ten WDW Stores and Shops from 2018-02-11T21:30:44

We’ve done a lot of top ten style shows on on this podcast: Top Disney Smells, Top Disney Music Loops, Burgers, etc., but we’ve never tackled this topic before. Check out Episode 110: Top Ten WD...

it’s a food world – Be Our Guest from 2018-02-06T21:38:43

Walt Disney World is full of fantastic restaurants, character meals, snack carts, stands, and much more. The food in Walt Disney World is one of the biggest draws these days, so we figured why n...

Episode 109: Attractions You Shouldn’t Get FastPasses For from 2018-02-04T18:06:56

There are some phenomenal attractions and shows in Walt Disney World that you can experience without a FastPass. That’s what this week’s show is all about. This is Episode 109: Attractions You S...

Word of the Week – Zen from 2018-01-31T03:35:02

This episode marks the final Word of the Week episode. After three runs through the alphabet, I think it’s time to move on to something different for the Wednesday shows. Thank you so much for l...

Episode 108: WDW Trivia Challenge from 2018-01-28T21:52:05

Okay, I don’t mean to brag, but I think I know quite a bit about Walt Disney World. I’m a former cast member, a DVC member, an Annual Pass Holder, and I’ve been to the parks more times than I co...

Word of the Week – Yale from 2018-01-24T03:14:36

Disney Legend Yale Gracey is one of the most unheralded of all of the early Disney Imagineers. Thanks to him, we have some of the greatest effects in the Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbea...

pisode 107: Why It’s Smart To Be Dopey from 2018-01-21T18:03:43

Walt Disney World truly has something for everyone and, if you’re a runner or any kind of endurance athlete, Walt Disney World’s Marathon Weekend might be something you want to put on your to do...

Word of the Week – X-ed (Never Built Walt Disney World) from 2018-01-17T20:58:34

Not every idea that Disney’s Imagineers come up with gets built somewhere. Some great ideas and concepts that Disney’s legendary design team has come up with over the years have been canceled fo...

Episode 106: How To Get Non-Disney Fans To WDW from 2018-01-14T22:42:31

Walt Disney World isn’t for everyone. As hard as it is for some of us super fans to believe, some folks just don’t want to be a part of the magic. Hopefully this episode can help get some non-be...

Word of the Week – Weaver from 2018-01-11T15:32:43

Disney’s Streetmosphere characters have been entertaining guests for decades. They offer a sense of realism to the Fantasy Land that Walt Disney created and imagined for his guests. Recently, we...

Episode 105: 2018 Disney World Resolutions from 2018-01-08T20:33:43

2017 gave us announcements of the Star Wars Hotel, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, Ratatouille, Guardians of the Galaxy and much more! So what are we planning on doing more of in 2018? Listen...

Word of the Week – VIP from 2018-01-03T18:36:17

I get a lot of questions about the VIP Tour Guide cast members that guests see escorting groups around Walt Disney World. Who are they? How can I sign up? How much does it cost? I’ll answer all ...

Episode 104: 2017 Ear in Review from 2018-01-01T00:04:46

2017 was a big year for the Disney Company. Attractions opened…attractions closed. Films opened, films were hosed. Let’s take look at everything on Episode 104: 2017 Ear in Review.

2017 c...

Word of the Week – United (Kingdom Pavilion) from 2017-12-27T04:28:45

The United Kingdom Pavilion has been one of the most popular World Showcase Pavilions since October 1, 1982. I’ll tell you why on this episode of the Word of the Week – United Kingdom Pavilion.<...

Episode 103: Top Ten WDW Music Loops from 2017-12-24T18:05:43

So many things make Walt Disney World a complete and totally immersive experience. The theming is top notch, the attractions and restaurants are better than any other theme park in the world, bu...

Word of the Week – Tiki from 2017-12-19T21:22:38

Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room is one of the true classic attractions in Disneyland and in Magic Kingdom. This week I’ll look at the history and stories behind it on the Word of the Week – Ti...

Episode 102: Disney’s 102 Best Songs from 2017-12-18T14:50:21

Disney’s animated movies have stood out over the years for many reasons: endearing characters, amazing storylines, and beautiful animation, just to name a few. But those movies would never be th...

Word of the Week – Star Wars from 2017-12-13T22:18:59

Star Wars: The Last Jedi, the 8th film in the Skywalker family saga, opens this week all across the United States. Let’s take a closer look at the history of Star Wars in the Disney the...

Episode 101: Best Disney Christmas Movies&Specials from 2017-12-11T04:08:54

Walt Disney’s first ever Christmas special aired on NBC on Christmas Day in 1950. Since then, the Disney Company has produced countless holiday films and television shows. Episode 101 is all abo...

Word of the Week – Roy from 2017-12-06T04:30:06

Walt Disney’s brother, Roy, doesn’t often get the attention he deserves when it comes to the history of the Disney company. That’s why I wanted to focus on him on this week’s Word of the Week, R...

Episode 100: A Look Back at the Memories with You from 2017-12-04T02:06:50

So much has happened over the first 100 official episodes of the Ear To There Disney Podcast! This week’s show is all about the favorite memories, shows, guests, and much more! I hope you enjoy ...

Episode 99: A Walking Tour of Magic Kingdom from 2017-11-28T03:14:08

Is there a better place to take a walk than the Magic Kingdom? This week I took a walk around the park and recorded the sights and sounds in the background. I hope you enjoy Episode 99: A Walkin...

Word of the Week – Quirky from 2017-11-22T06:41:38

This episode of the Walt Disney World Word of the Week is somewhat unique and calls for a different kind of introduction. There are some quirky personalities associated with the history of the D...

Episode 98: What We’re Thankful for in WDW from 2017-11-20T02:07:43

It’s the time of the year to give thanks and Walt Disney World has given us tons of things to be thankful for over the years. This week we’ll talk about our favorites on Episode 98: What We’re T...

Word of the Week – Princesses from 2017-11-15T01:14:06

One question I get ALL THE TIME is, “Where can we meet the Princesses in Walt Disney World?” Well, look no further. This week’s show is your guide. Check out my Word of the Week – Princesses. Listen

Episode 97: WDW’s Christmas Past from 2017-11-12T19:40:41

Disney sidewalks, busy sidewalks, dressed Disney World style, in the air there’s a feeling of WDW Christmas! Episode 97 is all about Walt Disney World’s past Christmases. Enjoy Episode 96: WDW’s...

Word of the Week – Origin Story from 2017-11-08T18:29:10

Everyone knows the name Walt Disney. He accomplished incredible things during his time on the planet including Mickey Mouse, Disneyland, and posthumously Walt Disney World. But what do you know ...

Episode 96: Resort Roundup: Animal Kingdom Lodge from 2017-11-06T12:41:01

Choosing your Walt Disney World resort hotel can be a difficult decision. Do you want to stay near the theme parks? Are you only in your room to sleep and shower? Or do you want something differ...

Word of the Week – Night Kingdom from 2017-11-01T16:03:02

For years, a fifth gate (or 5th theme park) has been rumored to be coming to Walt Disney World. Whether it’s a magazine article, podcast, or a blog, these rumors come and go and then have come b...

Episode 95: Walt Disney World Oldies But Goodies from 2017-10-30T17:57:53

In Walt Disney World, the headliners get all of the attention. Attractions like Space Mountain and restaurants like Be Our Guest are always the first places where people like me will tell you to...

Word of the Week – Mansion from 2017-10-24T19:52:53

Walt Disney always wanted a haunted house, a graveyard, and a cemetery in his theme park. The problem was, how would a scary attraction fit into his pristine Disneyland? I’ll talk about all of t...

Episode 94: Top Ten Spooky Places in WDW from 2017-10-23T03:05:42

Walt Disney World, like Disneyland before it, has always been known as a family-friendly, magical place to visit. That doesn’t mean it doesn’t have spooky or even downright scary places scattere...

Word of the Week – Lincoln from 2017-10-17T23:51:18

The first human audio-animatronic figure made its debut at the 1964-1965 New York World’s Fair. From the title of this episode of the show, you’ve probably already realized which person that aud...

Episode 93: Pros&Cons of WDW Value Resorts from 2017-10-15T21:45:24

Walt Disney World’s Value Resorts are very polarizing. Some guests who have stayed in them love them and will never stay in any Moderate or Deluxe Resort. I’ve heard others say they tried them a...

Word of the Week – Kimball from 2017-10-11T15:21:08

One of Disney’s “Nine Old Men,” Ward Kimball was already a Disney Legend by the time he was in his late 20’s. He’d worked on classic animated films like Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pete...