Part of [Our] World: A Disney Podcast

On this episode Rachael and Keenan discuss the challenges of getting Disney dining reservations these days, as well as tips and tricks on how to score tough-to-get reservations. Then, with the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World starting today, they take the time to discuss some of their favorite food items and drinks that have been announced for the celebration.   -------------------------------------------------------------------- Have you had similar experiences with Disney dining reservations? Any tips or tricks we missed? What do you think about the 50th offerings? No matter the topic, we'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us via any of our social media links below:   Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬

What park is best for kids? Should I skip Epcot? How kid-friendly is Animal Kingdom? Question like these get asked all the time in Disney social media groups. In this episode, Rachael and Keenan rank the parks in order from worst to best for school-aged children (and their parents, of course).   Do you agree with the picks? Did this episode help you plan an upcoming Disney World vacation? Let us know by reaching out using any of the methods below:  Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬

Is there anything more exciting than an upcoming Disney trip? In this episode, Rachael and Keenan geek out about their "must-dos" for their Thanksgiving trip this year. From experiences they somehow have never done before to events surrounding the 50th anniversary and Christmas holidays to nostalgic favorites, there's a lot to look forward to when you are Disney-obsessed.    What did you think of our picks? Disgusted that we've never experienced something despite multiple trips to Walt Disney World? Totally agree regarding the hype for something coming up? We'd love to hear from you via any of these methods: Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬

In recognition of three years of podcasting, Keenan and Rachael touch upon the topic from their very first episode...with a twist. A question that is often asked is "What movies should we watch before a Walt Disney World vacation?" In their first episode, Keenan and Rachael pick their top five movies that will get you the most mileage (four of them were the exact same answer!). While those answers still hold true, what movies might one watch before visiting a specific park? Find out in the latest episode of Part of Our World Podcast.   Thanks to everyone who has joined us on this three-year podcasting journey whether you've been a listener since the beginning or have just recently discovered us. You can give us feedback on this episode's topic or just say hello at any of the social media sites below.   Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬

You know how magical and enchanting a Disney vacation can be. It is so different than other trips. In fact, there are many things people do that they wouldn't do on any other vacation. Rachael and Keenan share the things they only do for Disney, as well as what others have shared with them on Twitter and Instagram.   Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬

Keenan and Rachael are BACK! Why? Well, in this episode find out what took so darn long to restart the podcast, learn why they are so excited to be back to sharing all things Disney, and what the future of both Walt Disney World and the podcast has to offer.    Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬

Keenan takes a whirlwind spring break trip with his dad to check out Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure in Orlando, that is a mix of both father/son bonding time and the"maniacally make sure to ride every ride!" that you've come to expect from the Part of Our World crew.

This episode was six months in the making. After six months of not recording, we couldn't help ourselves but finish where we left off with a trip report of the third and final day of our 10 year anniversary trip to Disney World this summer. This episode covers both our time at Animal Kingdom, dinner at Sanaa, and the morning of our departure where we visit the Polynesian for some breakfast and last-minute shopping. 

Episode 57: Happy 2021! After a long hiatus, Rachael and Keenan are back behind the mics fresh off watching Pixar's latest offering, Soul. What inspired them to return to the podcasting game? Was it a movie so good they had to talk about it for hours? A movie so bad they had to come online to bash it? Find out what they think of Pixar's Disney+ release and how it ranks up against Pixar's all-time great films by ranking their top 5.

Rachael and Keenan are joined by dynamic duo, Matt and Susie from Imagineears Podcast to have some fun, fantasy-filled dream planning with the idea of picking one thing to do, see, and eat in each land of Magic Kingdom. Find out about the ONE thing they all had to do, hidden hot dogs that are reportedly better than Casey's, secret menu items, what it's like to be fed by a Disney character and more.   Susie and Matt can be found: Website: theimagineearspodcast.com Instagram: /the_imagineears Twitter: @Imagine_Ears Facebook: /imagineearspodcast Discord Youtube     What did you think of our picks? Anything you would do differently? Are you a Disney imagineer or executive who wants to contact us about some of our ideas? Reach out to us on social media with your thoughts or just to say hi! Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬----more---- Also, if you want to take advantage of one of our tips and keep the magic alive by planning for your next trip, head over to Keenan’s travel agent page and reach out to him about a free, no-obligation quote for Disney vacations! He’ll send loads of Disney planning stuff your way and do all the heavy lifting for you! partofourworld.net/travel    or    facebook.com/travelwithkeenan

We're back with a trip report! This time we headed to the parks just a week after they re-opened after being closed for several months due to Covid-19. Were we crazy to go to the parks amid a global pandemic? Yes, but also, on this very special 10th anniversary trip for us, we had an amazing time. Join us for three trip reports each covering, in glorious detail, the magic of this whirlwind vacation.   This episode covers our second day at Hollywood Studios, the anxiety of trying to get a Rise of the Resistance boarding pass, first time at Galaxy's Edge, Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway a whopping three times, and dinner with friends and fellow podcasters, Justin and Samantha from Monday Morning Monorail Podcast.   What did you think of this trip report? We’d love to hear your feedback! As always, Apple Music reviews are greatly appreciated and will be read on the next episode.     Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬   Also, if, like us, you're convinced now is a great time to go to Disney, Keenan can put together some free, no-obligation quotes about a 2020 or 2021 trip. Head over to his travel agent page and fill out the quote request form for more info.    partofourworld.net/travel    or    facebook.com/travelwithkeenan

We're back with a trip report! This time we headed to the parks just a week after they re-opened after being closed for several months due to Covid-19. Were we crazy to go to the parks amid a global pandemic? Yes, but also, on this very special 10th anniversary trip for us, we had an amazing time. Join us for three trip reports each covering, in glorious detail, the magic of this whirlwind vacation.   This episode covers our first day at Epcot, skyliner impressions, 2020 Food and Wine festival offerings and reviews galore, as well as riding nearly every open Epcot attraction.   ----more---- What did you think of this trip report? We’d love to hear your feedback! As always, Apple Music reviews are greatly appreciated and will be read on the next episode.     Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬   Also, if, like us, you're convinced now is a great time to go to Disney, Keenan can put together some free, no-obligation quotes about a 2020 or 2021 trip. Head over to his travel agent page and fill out the quote request form for more info.    partofourworld.net/travel    or    facebook.com/travelwithkeenan

Join Rachael and Keenan as they enter the Disney World bubble during a global pandemic. Curious what steps Disney is taking to prevent the spread of Covid-19 in their parks? Just how empty is it? Is the magic even still there? Is it tough wearing a facemask all day? Find out the answers to these questions and more in this week's episode..   ----more----   Are you thinking of going to WDW this year? Have you already gone? What do you think about how the parks are handling the pandemic? We’d love to hear your feedback! As always, Apple Music reviews are greatly appreciated and will be read on the next episode.     Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬   Also, if, like us, you're convinced now is a great time to go to Disney, Keenan can put together some free, no-obligation quotes about a 2020 or 2021 trip. Head over to his travel agent page and fill out the quote request form for more info.    partofourworld.net/travel    or    facebook.com/travelwithkeenan

If this episode title confuses you, it's probably because it's the most bizarre episode of ours to date. Rachael and Keenan invite Mere and Colin back again to rant about Disney, but this time it's not critiquing a terrible remake or a soulless remake, it's discussing a love they all share: Hamilton, the musical. After briefly discussing a highlight-centric review of the live action Hamilton on Disney+, they engage in a fantasy football-style draft of Disney characters to cast as Hamilton characters. The rules are as follows: Rules: ANY Disney property is fair game No repeats, even for separate characters  Characters only, the actors who portray them are not in consideration If an actor plays a dual role in Hamilton, the character you choose will play both roles Roles can be cast in any order. It is an absurd concept with even more ridiculous answers.  Mere and Colin are launching their new YouTube channel soon. Follow them on Twitter at @ympschannel for updates! ----more---- We'd love to hear your feedback! Agree with our picks? Have better picks of your own? Let us know your thoughts by reaching out to us via social media, email, or voicemail. As always, Apple Music reviews are greatly appreciated and will be read on the next episode.     Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬      

Whether you are a longtime fan of Hamilton or just getting into it now that a filmed version is on Disney Plus, you will love listening to Rachael and Keenan, joined by Tom and Michelle of Hyperion Adventures Podcast, dig deep into the incredible, award-winning Broadway show Hamilton. This episode is part 2 of a crossover series discussing Hamilton. Part 1, over on Hyperion Adventures' feed, scratches the surface of Hamilton for beginners or those who have never seen it. It is a spoiler-free episode designed to introduce new fans to the plot, characters, and history of Hamilton. Go listen to that first if you haven't yet! Part 2 focuses on what makes Hamilton so unique, the complexities, the lyrical dexterity, the parallels among characters, the rich and complicated themes, and more. This episode does not hold back with spoilers, so make sure you've heard/seen the show or are completely OK with key moments in the show being revealed. Check out our wonderful friends' podcast, Hyperion Adventures by going to https://hyperionadventurespodcast.com/ or interacting with them on their social media platforms: Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest or their delicious and boozy food blog: Disney Dishes Blog ----more---- Did we miss a fun fact or leave out your favorite theme? Let us know! Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬ Also, if you want to take advantage of one of our tips and keep the magic alive by planning for your next trip, head over to Keenan’s travel agent page and reach out to him about a free, no-obligation quote for Disney vacations! He’ll send loads of Disney planning stuff your way and do all the heavy lifting for you! partofourworld.net/travel    or    facebook.com/travelwithkeenan  

What is "vacation mentality" or having a "vacation mindset"? To many, it is simply how you think and feel differently on vacation. And, of course, this is true. But vacation mentality is achievable whether you are relaxing at a poolside bar, riding a coaster, hiking through the mountains, or even just going to the Saturday Farmer's Market for a bit. Vacation mentality is even harder to obtain when there are irritations (usually other people) to your vacation plans. On this episode, Rachael and Keenan discuss the heart of vacation mentality as well as strategies for staying in it. While the focus is geared toward Disney vacations (especially considering the restrictions in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic), but can be applied to any excursion. Listen to lots of stories about vacation mentality in practice (or lack thereof) and plenty of tips to help you with your next trip. ----more---- We'd love to hear what you thought of the episode! What is vacation mentality like for you? Send us your feedback by contacting us using the links below, or get in touch just to say hi! Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬ Also, if you want to take advantage of one of our tips and keep the magic alive by planning for your next trip, head over to Keenan’s travel agent page and reach out to him about a free, no-obligation quote for Disney vacations! He’ll send loads of Disney planning stuff your way and do all the heavy lifting for you! partofourworld.net/travel    or    facebook.com/travelwithkeenan

On this episode, Keenan and Rachael are joined by Brendan and Katherine from Detour to Neverland podcast to each pick an attraction that we would replace, refurb, retheme, and restore from the Walt Disney World Resort parks.   Brendan and Katherine can be found: Website: detourtoneverland.com Instagram: /detourtoneverland Twitter: @DTNPodcast Facebook: /detourtoneverland   ----more---- What did you think of our picks? Anything you would do differently? Are you a Disney imagineer or executive who wants to contact us about some of our ideas? Reach out to us on social media with your thoughts or just to say hi! Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬ Also, if you want to take advantage of one of our tips and keep the magic alive by planning for your next trip, head over to Keenan’s travel agent page and reach out to him about a free, no-obligation quote for Disney vacations! He’ll send loads of Disney planning stuff your way and do all the heavy lifting for you! partofourworld.net/travel    or    facebook.com/travelwithkeenan

This week, Rachael and Keenan take a trip around the world (World Showcase at Epcot, that is) with their friend Drunk Stormtrooper (aka @WDWJediMaster on Twitter). Join them as they select their beverage of preference when completing the challenge of drinking at all eleven World Showcase pavilions. This episode is a little more PG-13 than usual, with lots of inneundos, not to mention a mature topic, that may not be appropriate for the kiddos.   Twitter: @WDWjedimaster   ----more---- Reach out to us on social media with your thoughts about the show, questions for future shows, or just to say hi! Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬ Also, if you want to take advantage of one of our tips and keep the magic alive by planning for your next trip, head over to Keenan’s travel agent page and reach out to him about a free, no-obligation quote for Disney vacations! He’ll send loads of Disney planning stuff your way and do all the heavy lifting for you! partofourworld.net/travel    or    facebook.com/travelwithkeenan

Calling All Dreamers is a new type of bonus episode from the Part of Our World team. We were inspired after a fascinating interview with Disney vlogger and photographer, Andres (Thrills and Magic on all social media and YouTube) went way longer than ancipated -- well worth it, check it out here.   We, of course, still wanted to play "This or That" with Andres so we scheduled the game for a livestream at a later date--the anniversary of Animal Kingdom-- and now you can listen to that recording here as a bonus episode.  Check it out!   We plan on doing lots more shows where we play Disney-themed games with members of the online Disney community. And we'll call this type of episode "Calling All Dreamers" -- so if you see that in the future, you know what that means

This week, Rachael and Keenan invited their Disney vlogger, photographer, and Animal Crossing friend, Andres from Thrills & Magic, to discuss his passion for all things Disney, how he became a professional photographer, and more. This interview goes deep into perhaps the most creative and multi-talented guests on the show to date.  Album art by Andres: https://www.instagram.com/p/B7_hO6EBwPh/?hl=en   Find Andres via Thrills and Magic on: YouTube: Thrills & Magic YT Channel Instagram: /thrillsandmagic Twitter: @thrillsandmagic ----more---- Reach out to us on social media with your thoughts about the show, questions for future shows, or just to say hi! Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬ ----more----

This week Rachael and Keenan give their recommendations on what to watch on Disney+. As many of us under "shelter-in-place" orders have been binging on our streaming services, you know that Part of Our World has been getting even deeper into the Disney+ library. This episode covers binge-worthy shows, what Disney+ original movies really shine, and whether or not Disney+ is worth it for the vault, old school Disney channel classics, and more. Spoiler: we think it is! Find out why on this episode of Part of Our World Podcast.   What did we miss? Are YOU loving Disney+ too? Let us know through one of the channels below! Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬   Also, if you're interested in booking a trip and want to take advantage of the type of research put into this episode, head over to Keenan's travel agent page and reach out to him about a free, no-obligation quote for Disney vacations! partofourworld.net/travel    or    facebook.com/travelwithkeenan

This week, Rachael and Keenan are joined by Matt from Love of the Mouse Podcast to discuss how to keep the Disney magic alive when you can't be at the parks (whether they're open or not).    Matt can be found online at: Podcast: https://loveofthemousepodcast.com/ Twitter: @LOTMpodcast Instagram: /lotmpodcast ----more---- Let us know on social media what are YOUR ways of keeping the Disney magic alive? Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬   Also, if you want to take advantage of one of our tips and keep the magic alive by planning for your next trip, head over to Keenan's travel agent page and reach out to him about a free, no-obligation quote for Disney vacations! He'll send loads of Disney planning stuff your way and do all the heavy lifting for you! partofourworld.net/travel    or    facebook.com/travelwithkeenan

Tune in to hear Rachael and Keenan's review of Disney Pixar's newest IP: Onward, starring Chris Pratt and Tom Holland. Warning: after a brief overview, this review contains spoilers for the entire film. Check it out after you've seen it, and let us know on social media what you thought of film and whether or not you agree with our analysis. ----more---- Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬   Also, if you're interested in booking a trip and want to take advantage of the type of research put into this episode, head over to Keenan's travel agent page and reach out to him about a free, no-obligation quote for Disney vacations! partofourworld.net/travel    or    facebook.com/travelwithkeenan

On this bonus episode of Part of Our World Podcast, Keenan and Rachael evaluate the value of the newest addition to the Disney Dining experience: the Dining Plan Plus. After carefully selecting restaurants (thanks Twitter!) then deciding how much meals would cost using a very complex process of picking out menu items and totaling them, Keenan and Rachael determine if the dining plan plus is worth your money AND how it stacks up against the other Disney Dining Plans. ----more---- What are your thoughts on the new dining plan? We'd love to hear what you think of our analysis and whether or not you'll be utilizing the new plan on upcoming trips.  Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬   Also, if you're interested in booking a trip and want to take advantage of the type of research put into this episode, head over to Keenan's travel agent page and reach out to him about a free, no-obligation quote for Disney vacations! partofourworld.net/travel    or    facebook.com/travelwithkeenan

This week Rachael and Keenan are joined by special guests Trent and Jeni from the Disney DNA Podcast to discuss the best queues in Walt Disney World.  Trent and Jeni have been Disney podcasters for 4+ years, do two shows a week (one live!), are recent DVC members, and love EDUtainment and finding hidden Mickeys. Tune in to hear an emotional and fun-fact-filled discussion about what makes Disney queues so magical.   Disney DNA Podcast Website Twitter: @DisneyDNAPod Instagram: @disneydnapodcast Facebook: /DisneyDNAPodcast/   ----more---- We'd love to hear your feedback! What are your favorite queues? What do you think about our picks? Reach out to us on social media! Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬

In this very special Valentine's Day episode, Rachael and Keenan discuss their top five favorite Disney love stories. ----more---- We want to hear your thoughts! Tweet at us @poowpodcast, reach out via Instagram @partofourworldpodcast or join our Facebook group facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast to let us know your favorite Disney love stories or whether you agree or disagree with ours.