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Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast. KG is a lifelong Disney fan and frequent visitor of Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL. Over the years, she has turned a trip to Disney into a well-oiled machine. She knows

Kristen Granara

Walt Disney World® Resort, Orlando, FL, USA


    • Dec 2, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Living the KG Life podcast is an incredible resource for anyone who loves Walt Disney World. Hosted by KG, this podcast covers everything from the Disney Vacation Club to RunDisney and everything in between. It offers a vast variety of topics and provides pure honesty about all things Disney.

    One of the best aspects of The Living the KG Life podcast is the sheer amount of knowledge that KG brings to each episode. Her passion for all things Disney is evident, and her expertise shines through in every discussion. Additionally, she often invites guests onto the show who are experts in their respective fields, providing even more insight and perspective on various Disney topics.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is the variety of segments that are included in each episode. This keeps the content fresh and exciting, as listeners never know what to expect from week to week. From interviews with small shop owners to behind-the-scenes looks at different aspects of Disney, there's always something new and interesting to discover.

    One potential downside of The Living the KG Life podcast is that it may not appeal to those who aren't die-hard Disney fans. While it covers a wide range of topics related to Walt Disney World, some listeners may find that they don't have a strong interest or connection to these subjects.

    In conclusion, The Living the KG Life podcast is a phenomenal resource for anyone who loves Walt Disney World. With its wide range of topics, knowledgeable host, and engaging segments, it offers an entertaining and informative listening experience. Whether you're a seasoned Disney fan or just starting your journey into the world of Mickey Mouse, this podcast has something for everyone.



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    Latest episodes from Living the KG Life

    December Catch Up with KG

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 9:20


    Send us a textHi friends! It's been a minute since we've chatted here on the podcast. Let's take a minute to catch up, talk about where we've been over the past few months, KG's upcoming runDisney schedule, upcoming podcast episodes, and what's coming up in 2025.

    Character Spotting with Erin

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 60:13


    Send us a textHey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG chats with Erin about all things character meet & greets in the Disney parks. Erin is an Orlando local, WDW AP, and Magic Key Holder who visits US and international parks all year round! She has the tips, tricks, and great mindset about what makes the character interactions so special at parks.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Follow Erin on Instagram: @eringoestotheparks

    How to PR in Fun with the Slackers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 78:02


    Send us a Text Message.Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG chats with Jared, Jesiree, and Lindsey  about their runDisney journey, their group The Slackers, and how they PR in fun at runDisney races. We talked about how the group started and has grown over time. They also share about their PR in fun mindset and how they run in such amazing and fun group costumes.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Check out the YouTube channel: Jar Oxandspoon YouTube ChannelCheck out their shop: https://www.bonfire.com/store/oxandspoon/Follow Jared on Instagram: @oxandspoonFollow Jesiree on Instagram: @jesiree_dFollow Lindsey on Instagram: @linzreed

    July 2024 Trip Recap Pt 2: Our Nephews' Surprise Trip, Our Day at Universal Studios

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 27:20


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG talks with her nephew Sam about their recent trip to Disney World. It was their first auntie, uncle, and nephew trip to Disney World, and it was a SURPRISE! He found our 4 days before take off that they would be running around the parks for a couple of days. In this episode, we recap our full day at Universal Studios to do all things at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.Stick around, it's gonna be great!

    July 2024 Trip Recap Pt 1: Our Nephews' Surprise Trip, Our Disney Days

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 41:34


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG talks with her nephew Sam about their recent trip to Disney World. It was their first auntie, uncle, and nephew trip to Disney World, and it was a SURPRISE! He found our 4 days before take off that they would be running around the parks for a couple of days. There were a few additional surprises to the trip and we had the BEST time.Stick around, it's gonna be great!

    KG's July Catch Up & What's Next

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2024 12:01


    Hi friends! It's been a minute since we've chatted here on the podcast. Let's catch up talk about where we've been and what's coming up through the rest of 2024.

    Walt's Main Street Story Tour at Disneyland

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 20:26


    On this week's episode, KG recaps checking off one of the big items on her Disney fan bucket list... visiting Walt's apartment in Disneyland. With a spoiler-free review, KG talks about the price, how to book, and at a high level what's covered in the 90-minute tour. Spoiler alert: You should do it. :) For more details or to book the tour visit the Disneyland Events page: https://disneyland.disney.go.com/events-tours/disneyland/walts-main-street-story-tour/

    128th Boston Marathon Recap!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 84:53


    This week, Producer Jimmy and KG recap their experience running the 128th Boston Marathon with Dougie's  Team for the Doug Flutie Foundation for Autism in honor of their nephew, Nate.

    Disney, Aulani, and Running Oh My! with Greg from the Rise and Run Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2024 77:34


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG talks with Greg from the Rise & Run Podcast! Greg and KG chat about Greg's recent trip to Disney's AULANI Resort in Hawaii, his running journey, and of course, his experience with the Rise and Run podcast.Below you can find links from the episode, including a link to donate and help Greg ride some great rides during Springtime Surprise and fundraise for Give Kid the World for Wine & Dine weekend. There are also links to some of the highlights from Greg's trip.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Rise and Run Podcast WebsiteRise and Run Podcast InstagramRise and Run Facebook PageGive Kids the World Wine and Dine Fundraising PageKualoa RanchHaleiwa Joe's RestaurantSpecial Hawaii Tours

    2024 runDisney Princess Half Marathon Weekend Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2024 33:12


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.In this weeks episode, KG recaps her 2024 runDisney Princess weekend. She talks about everything from the themes and outfits to the medals and what's up next in her race weekend schedule.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Instagram: @livingthekglife

    KG & Jimmy Take on the Boston Marathon!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 33:22


    This is a super exciting episode this week. KG and Producer Jimmy share their experience getting into, preparing and training for, the 128th Boston Marathon this April. KG and Jimmy are both running for the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism in honor of their nephew, Nate, and all families in the autism community. Listen to this weeks episode to learn about their experience and you can sponsor their races at the links below.KG's Fundraising PageProducer Jimmy's Fundraising Page

    Bonus Episode: Mouse Madness 2024 Kickoff

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2024 20:12


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.In this weeks episode, Producer/Commissioner Jimmy joins KG to share the details of Mouse Madness 2024! Jimmy and KG share the theme, the seeding, and grand prize details for this years March Madness bracket style tournament. They talk about the ins and outs of the tournament and everything you need to know to participate.You can register today at www.livingthekglife.comStick around, it's gonna be great!Instagram: @livingthekglife

    Backstage Magic with Former Walt Disney World Ambassador, Kerri MacPherson

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2024 72:20


    In this weeks episode, Kerri MacPherson joins us to talk about her time as a Walt Disney World cast member. Kerri has worked in numerous roles in her 20+ year career with Disney, from working ice cream wagon 2 in Magic Kingdom, to Club 33, to DVC, and today she's a podcast host and DVC Resale Market Sales Associate at the World of DVC.Follow the World of DVC:  •  Instagram : @worldofdvcCheck out the World of DVC (Living the KG Life Affiliate Links)  •  Unlocked Magic  •  DVC Rental Store Guest URL  •  DVC Rental Store Member URL

    From 5K to Dopey: Running Disney with Tony Rappel

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 60:56


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG chats with Tony about his runDisney journey. We talked about how he went from a 5K at his first runDisney race to running Dopey the following season. Tony talked about how he approaches everything from training and races to making new friends at a race weekend and costumes.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Follow Tony on Instagram: @gb_raps

    Speculating & Spiraling with Amanda Part 2: Races, Lawsuits, and the Future, Oh My!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 48:52


    In this weeks episode Amanda, from @OnceUponAMarathon, is back and we're doing one of our favorite things, we're speculating and spiraling! We split our chat up into 2 episodes and in part 2, we speculate and spiral about international Disney parks, lawsuits, the future of Disney, and more.Follow Amanda on Instagram: @OnceUponAMarathonCheck out Amanda's website: Once Upon A Marathon

    Composing Magic with AJ Sealy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 61:30


    This week, KG chats with Adrian "AJ" Sealy. AJ is a composer, orchestrator and producer who also loves Disney! He's worked on some pretty magical projects, including the newest nighttime spectacular at EPCOT, Luminous the Symphony of Us. AJ talks about the entire project process (that he's allowed to share), writing with Scott Hoying of Pentatonix, and seeing Luminous with their song Heartbeat Symphony live for the first time.Check out the reactions of AJ, Scott, and their family & friends seeing Luminous for the first time: https://fb.watch/q2GO02R-qh/AJ has also been working on other fun projects, like Dee & Friends In Oz, that just premiered on Netflix on February 5th!Follow AJ on:Instagram: @aj_sealyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ajsealymusic/IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4362593/

    Speculating & Spiraling with Amanda Part 1: runDisney

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2024 60:32


    In this weeks episode Amanda, from @OnceUponAMarathon, is back and we're doing one of our favorite things, we're speculating and spiraling! We split our chat up into 2 episodes and in part 1, we speculate about what we think we'll see with runDisney this year and beyond. We also spiral about the things we want to see, we know a lot of what the runDisney community wants to see, and more.Follow Amanda on Instagram: @OnceUponAMarathonCheck out Amanda's website: Once Upon A Marathon

    KG's First runDisney Races in Disneyland

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 53:57


    In this weeks episode, KG recaps her first trip to Disneyland for the return of their runDisney races! She shares how the races went, how she worked through some challenges, what she'd like to see improve in future Disneyland races, and more.10K Costumes by: Veronica (Instagram: @runs.on.pizza)

    Welcome to 2024!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2024 21:02


    In our first episode of 2024, KG recaps the fomo she had from WDW Marathon weekend and does a look ahead at what's to come for this year. She's headed out to visit Disneyland for the very first time and running her first runDisney races through Disneyland!Stick around for another year of living the KG life, because you know it's gunna be great.

    Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2023 29:05


    KG got to spend her big *38th* birthday in Walt Disney World. One of the things she loves to do when she visits Disney World at the end of the year, is attend Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party!In this weeks episode, KG recaps what she did during the Christmas party and gives some tips on what you can do to get the most out of your time at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party the next time you go.

    Letting Instagram Plan My Birthday at Magic Kingdom

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 30:25


    KG got to spend her big *38th* birthday in Walt Disney World. One of the things she loves to do on solo trips to Disney is to put up a poll on the Living the KG Life instagram story and let our podcast listeners and Instagram friends plan her day in the parks.In this weeks episode, KG recaps how she celebrated her birthday in the parks and all of the great suggestions you all submitted.

    Disneyland Resorts Info and Tips with Producer Jimmy and Kelley

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 60:59


    This week Producer Jimmy and Kelley are here to chat all things Disneyland. They love Disney World, Disneyland, Aulani, and all things Disney, so we were ready to hear it all. We chatted a lot about the Disneyland resort and hotel options for cash stays and DVC points, but also some of their favorite rides, snacks, and vibes at the park.The Sitcom StudyWelcome to the Sitcom Study, where we contemplate the TV shows we grew up with and...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

    KG & Producer Jimmy Head to Rhode Island Comic Con 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2023 41:11


    KG and Producer Jimmy spent a day at Rhode Island Comic Con 2023 in Providence, Rhode Island. They both met some pretty cool people, got some photos, got some autographs, and overall had a blast. Listen in to this weeks episode to hear all about their experience, and who in the Disney realm they got to meet.

    Doing Disney World as a Local with Courtney (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2023 43:30


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG talks with Courtney from the Living Magically Podcast. Courtney and KG had such a great chat that they split their chat up into 2 parts. In these episodes, they chat about how to do Disney World as a local. Courtney lives just behind the Magic Kingdom and she shares everything from her must dos and favorites to the things she skips or when she avoids the parks.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Follow Katie on Instagram: @galindarielSubscribe to the Living Magically Podcast on all podcast platforms including YouTube: Living Magically Podcast on YouTube

    Doing Disney World as a Local with Courtney (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 56:17


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG talks with Courtney from the Living Magically Podcast. Courtney and KG had such a great chat that they split their chat up into 2 parts. In these episodes, they chat about how to do Disney World as a local. Courtney lives just behind the Magic Kingdom and she shares everything from her must dos and favorites to the things she skips or when she avoids the parks.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Follow Katie on Instagram: @galindarielSubscribe to the Living Magically Podcast on all podcast platforms including YouTube: Living Magically Podcast on YouTube

    Running Disney (and Chicago!) with Natasha

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 87:21


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG chats with Natasha about her runDisney journey. We talked about how a sudden loss kicked off her running journey and brought it full circle as she just completed the Chicago marathon as well. Natasha is a positive, energetic force at runDisney race weekends and she shares her tips on staying motivated, running in costumes, and the best spot to regroup before you cross the finish line in EPCOT.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Follow Alex on Instagram: @magicformiles_

    A Quick 15 Min Catch Up with KG

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 16:14


    It has been a crazy few weeks! This week we have a quick catch up with KG about all that's been going on, what she's looking forward to, what's causing her Disney FOMO, and a few shops she's made some great purchases from lately.If you're enjoying Living the KG Life, be sure to leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on your favorite podcast platform to help get the show out there to new listeners.

    Preparing to Run Disneyland with Kristin W.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 66:59


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG chats with Kristin (@RunFitMama) about all things Disneyland, including the comeback of the runDisney race weekend. This will be KG's first trip to Disneyland, so Kristin shares her pro tips for Disneyland and some predictions of what we'll see at the first race weekend back at Disneyland in January.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Links for this weeks episode:Follow Kristin on Instagram: @RunFitMamaLearn more about Kristin's programs and coaching at: https://www.runfitmama.net/programs

    Sept. 2023 Trip Recap: Adult Only Girls Trip

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 79:06


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG is joined by her friends, Jen, Jen, Meg, and Emily to recap their September 2023 Girls Trip to Disney World. We had the absolute best time over this quick weekend trip with just the girls, no kids, no spouses, and so much magic. We laughed the entire trip, rode some rides, ate all the food, drank all the drinks, and have the best time.Stick around, it's gonna be great!

    Running Disney with Kristen T of Running In Makeup

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2023 79:36


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG chats with Kristen T. from Running In Makeup about her runDisney journey. The two Kristens talk about Kristen T's incredible costumes at runDisney race weekends, her Instagram and YouTube channel: Running In Makeup, and her inspirational Facebook group Dare to Dopey.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Follow Alex on Instagram: @runninginmakeup

    Drinking Around Disney with the Disney Day Drinkers Club

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2023 39:35


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG talks with Skip Sher, the founder of the Disney Day Drinkers Club.  Skip talks about how Club D3 was started, the events they host, and some of his favorite drinks and spots around Disney.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Follow the Disney Day Drinkers Club on Instagram: @officialdisneydaydrinkersclubCheck out the Official D3 Club website: www.clubd3.comJoin the Official Disney Day Drinkers Club Facebook Group

    Cruising Disney: KG's First Disney Cruise

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2023 30:22


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG shares about her first Disney Cruise Line cruise on the Disney Fantasy in our newest segment: Cruising Disney. She gives a high level overview of the cruise she went on from the itinerary and special events to talking about what you can expect from future cruising episodes.Stick around, it's gonna be great!

    Backstage Magic with Lexie Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 59:46


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG talks with Lexie Smith of the Rise & Run Podcast and Passport to Run YouTube Channel.  Lexie talks about her experiences in her TWO Disney College Programs, working at the Bippidi Boppidi Boutique at Magic Kingdom, working as a character attendant at EPCOT, and some of her favorite magic moments.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Follow the Rise and Run Podcast on Instagram: @riseandrunpodFollow Passport to Run on Instagram: @passport_to_runSubscribe to Lexie & Jack's YouTube channel: Passport to Run on YouTube

    Disney Dining Review: Fantasmic Dining Package at Hollywood & Vine

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 23:40


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.In this episode, KG gives a review of the Fantasmic Dining Package at Hollywood & Vine, located inside Disney's Hollywood Studios.   In this weeks episode, KG gives her thoughts on the restaurant, the character dining experience, how the dining package works for the Fantasmic showing and more!Stick around, it's gonna be great!

    July 2023 Surprise Auntie/Niece Trip Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 64:35


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG talks with her niece Josie about their recent trip to Disney World. It was their first auntie/niece trip to Disney World, and it was a SURPRISE! She found our 3 days before take off that it would be just the two of them running around the parks for a couple of days. Josie keeps you laughing while recapping the trip from her 11 year old perspective.Stick around, it's gonna be great!

    All About Virtual runDisney Races

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2023 31:07


    In this weeks episode, KG talks all about the virtual runDisney races! She goes through why she loves virtual races, the runDisney virtual summer series, how you can run the in-person race weekends virtually, the newest runDisney virtual race challenge, and more.This weeks links: Check out the available runDisney Virtual RacesrunDisney 12Ks of Christmas 2023 Virtual RaceAllied Medal HangersOther Virtual Races:Virtual Running ClubMedal DashVirtual Run EventsGone for a Run

    Running Disney with the Flutie Foundation

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2023 72:15


    This week is a special one! KG chats with Mike Palmer and Ethan Michaud from the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism. The Flutie Foundation has a strong presence each year at the Boston Marathon and their presence at the runDisney race weekends has been growing the past couple of years.Mike and Ethan chat with KG about their experience at the 2023 runDisney Marathon Weekend, how to run a Disney race for the Flutie Foundation, which Disney races they'll be at this upcoming race season, and the impact the Flutie Foundation and Dougie's Team have on the autism community.Flutie Foundation Links:Learn More About the Flutie Foundation: www.flutiefoundation.orgLearn More about Dougie's Team for Autism and All Our Events: www.flutiefoundation.org/get-involved/run-flutie/dougies-team-for-autism/Dougie's Team Run Disney Races: www.flutiefoundation.org/whats-happening/events/rundisney/Learn More about the Flutie 5K: www.flutie5k.comSTARS of the Spectrum Flutie Foundation 25th Anniversary Celebration at Fenway Park on August 24th - Tickets & More Information: givebutter.com/c/FlutieStarsConcertFollow the Flutie Foundation on Social MediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/flutiefdnInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/flutiefdnTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flutiefoundationYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dougiesteamContact Ethan, Mike, and the Flutie Foundation: dougiesteam@flutefoundation.org

    Living the KG Life's 100th Episode!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2023 64:16


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  Episode 100 is here! In this HUGE milestone episode, KG answers questions submitted by listeners to celebrate 100 episodes of the Living the KG Life podcast. She also shares clips from interviews from the Disney night hosted at the Ford Tavern in Medford, MA! We were asked to join in the fun at the event on July 18, 2023 and got a chance to chat with so many Disney friends of all ages. It really brought us back to why we started this podcast in the first place - to share everyone's love of Disney.100 episodes means our birthday is just around the corner as well - Make sure you're following us on Instagram to learn more about about how we'll be celebrating Living the KG Life's *2nd* birthday at the end of this month!

    Podcast Magic with the Rise and Run Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 76:11


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG chats with Bob, Allie, Greg, Jack, and Lexi - 5 of the 7 co-hosts of the Rise and Run Podcast! They chat all about how they all got connected, what their podcast is all about, and some of their favorite runDisney race moments. They also talk about what goes into their show and what the Rise and Run friends can look forward to in the future.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Follow Rise and Run on Instagram: @riseandrunpodJoin the Rise and Run Podcast Facebook GroupSubscribe to the Rise and Run PatreonSubscribe to Rise and Run on Apple Podcasts (and all other major streaming platforms!)

    Backstage Magic with Irene

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2023 48:23


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG talks with Irene.  Irene talks about her experiences in the Disney College Program this past year, working in attractions at Walt Disney Word, her passion for art, and some of her favorite magic moments.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Follow Irene on Instagram: @irenemcc.artFollow Irene on Twitter: @irenemakesartFollow Irene on TikTok: @irongorlCheck out her Etsy shop: Irene Makes ArtVisit Irene at her booth at the Fan Expo Boston 8/4/23-8/6/23 at booth A1103

    Creating Magic with Devon & Carrie of Zip-A-Dee Tees

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2023 53:48


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG talks with Carrie & Devon from Zip-A-Dee Tees and they share what it's like working together as cousins, what's coming next for Zip-A-Dee Tees, and some of their Disney favorites!Stick around, it's gonna be great!Follow Zip-A-Dee Tees on Instagram: @zipadeeteesBe ready for the next drop at: Zip-A-Dee Tees WebsiteFollow Devon on Instagram: @fitfabdisney

    Welcome Home to Unlocked Magic with Paul Krieger

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2023 58:59


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG talks with Paul Krieger from DVC Rental Store about all things Disney Vacation Club from Unlocked Magic and DVC Rental Store to DVC Fan and some of Paul's favorites. Paul also shares his experience at his first runDisney event and what he's most excited about for Unlocked Magic.Stick around, it's gonna be great!We have so may great resources for you after this weeks episode:Follow on Instagram:Paul @greyhounddad22World of DVC @worldofdvcUnlocked Magic @unlocked_magicDVC Resale Market: @thedvcresalemarketDVC Rental Store: @dvcrentalstoreDVC Fan: @thedvcshowKG's World of DVC Affiliate Links:Join Unlocked Magic✨Guests, rent DVC points for your stay with DVC Rental StoreMembers, rent your points with DVC Rental StoreVisit Monera FinancialVisit Incredible Vacation HomesAdditional Links:Watch the Monthly World of DVC ShowCheck out the DVC Resale Market BlogCheck out DVCFan.com BlogWatch the DVC Fan Podcast on YouTube

    Running Disney with Allie from the Rise & Run Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 72:51


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG chats with Allie from the Rise and Run Podcast about her runDisney journey. This week, Allie and KG talk about running a perfect runDisney season, running a portion of the WDW Marathon together, staying positive, how Allie trains & runs with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), being a plant-based athlete, and so much more.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Follow Allie on Instagram: @sisterollieFollow the Rise and Run Podcast on Instagram: @riseandrunpod

    The Ultimate runDisney Guide with Amanda from Once Upon a Marathon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2023 61:58


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG chats with Amanda from @OnceUponAMarathon about her new website, OnceUponAMarathon.com.  On her new website, Amanda has put all her runDisney knowledge into one Ultimate Guide to runDisney. From training guides to important dates, Amanda has got you covered.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Follow Amanda on Instagram: @onceuponamarathonCheck out Amanda's Ultimate Guide to runDisney at onceuponamarathon.comOnce Upon a Marathon Ultimate runDisney Guide Links:About AmandaImportant Dates 2023-2024 Race SeasonRegistration GuideTraining Guides

    Backstage Magic with Jack Wiederman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 46:46


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG talks with Jack Wiederman of the Rise & Run Podcast and Passport to Run YouTube Channel.  Jack talks about her experiences in the Disney College Program, working in attractions at Walt Disney Word, and some of her favorite magic moments.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Follow Jack on Instagram: @jaclyn_beck_416Follow the Rise and Run Podcast on Instagram: @riseandrunpodFollow Passport to Run on Instagram: @passport_to_runSubscribe to her YouTube channel: Passport to Run on YouTube

    Is a Walt Disney World Annual Pass Worth It If You Don't Live in Florida?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2023 25:31


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.In this weeks episode, KG talks about the Walt Disney World Annual Passholder Program, specifically the Incredi-Pass that she has as someone who doesn't live in Florida. She covers why she bought her annual pass and some of her favorite benefits included in the pass.Stick around, it's gonna be great!

    Planning a Disney Fairytale Wedding with Ashley James

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2023 81:11


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG chats with Ashley James about her experience planning her dream Disney Fairytale Wedding.  Ashley talks about what it was like to work with the Disney Fairytale Wedding team, the planning process, and all the magical parts of her big day.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Follow Ashley on Instagram: @ashleyrjames

    Visiting The Walt Disney Family Museum and Yoda Fountain

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2023 22:38


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.In this weeks episode, KG recaps her visit to the Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco, CA. She walked through all 10 galleries, loved seeing all of the historical pieces, and hearing so many incredible stories throughout Walt Disney's life. She even made a quick stop down the street at Lucasfilm to check out the infamous Yoda Fountain!Stick around, it's gonna be great!Follow the podcast on Instagram: @livingthekglifeFollow the Walt Disney Family Museum on Instagram: @wdfmuseumCheck out the Walt Disney Family Museum website to learn about the museum, their mission, Diane Disney Miller, and their galleries.Read the story behind the Yoda Fountain at LucasfilmRead the StarWars.com article: Sculptor Lawrence Noble's Long Journey with Yoda

    Collecting Magic: Loungefly Bags with Sam

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 58:32


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney. In this episode Sam, the DVC Millennial, is back! In this episode of the Collecting Magic segment, KG talks with Sam about one of the things they both love to collect: Loungefly bags! She shares which artist sketches she's purchased, where you can get yours, and why they are so special.You can also check out @livingthekglife on Instagram to see what these beautiful pieces look like!Stick around, it's gonna be great!

    Backstage Magic and Hidden Walt Disney World Details with Brent Dodge

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2023 65:27


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.  In this episode, KG talks with Brent Dodge.  Brent is a former cast member in the Disney College Program,  a theme park lover, a Disney author, and spends every day in a Walt Disney World park. In this episode, Brent talks about working in custodial during his Disney College Program, his process of writing books about Disney, and some of his favorite Walt Disney World details.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Follow Brent on Instagram at: @brentdodgeSubscribe to Brent's YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@BrentDodgeCheck out Brent's Facebook Group: https://m.facebook.com/FromScreenToThemeYou can grab Brent's books from Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/FromScreenToThemeDisney Parks Blog Article: 365 (Consecutive) Days of Walt Disney World Resort MagicInsideTheMagic.net Article: This guy goes to Disney World every day (and now he's writing about it)

    Running Disney: 2023 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2023 34:37


    Hey Friends! Welcome to Living the KG Life, a magic and pixie dust filled podcast about all things Disney.In this weeks episode, KG recaps the runDisney Springtime Surprise race weekend. This was her 2nd in person Springtime Surprise weekend, but the first time she did the challenge for this weekend. She talks about everything from the themes and outfits to the medals and what's up next in her race weekend schedule.Stick around, it's gonna be great!Instagram: @livingthekglife

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