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This week on The Dames of the DDP, we're diving into the latest Disney news and chatting all about what's actually in our park bags. From snacks to sunscreen, ponchos to portable chargers, we're spilling it all. Whether you're packing for littles, tweens, or just yourself, we've got tips and tricks, laughs, and a little Disney magic along the way. Come hang out with us! BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday Book your next Disney vacation with Justin and Jamie at Away With Me Travel. Contact them today to start the magical planning process at show@awaywithmetravel.com
Main Street U.S.A. is your gateway as you start your day at the Magic Kingdom and it is full of more amazing details than most people know. This week the guys chat about their favorite aspects of Main Street and why you should take more time to explore your next Disney vacation. This week the guys finish up their ask anything episode with questions asked by the DDP Patreon Family. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday Book your next Disney vacation with Justin and Jamie at Away With Me Travel. Contact them today to start the magical planning process at show@awaywithmetravel.com
In this episode of The Adventures of a Disney Dad podcast, hosts Matt and Chip welcome a special guest, Danielle Kelly (@thedapperdanielle), to discuss her new book 'I Love Disney's Magic Kingdom,' which just released nationwide! They delve into Danielle's background, her journey as a content creator, and her firsthand Disney knowledge accrued from her time as a cast member. Listeners get a taste of the book's unique approach that combines fun tidbits and historical insights, making it a great travel companion for your next Walt Disney World vacation to Magic Kingdom. The episode also highlights her transformation from a Disney enthusiast to a published author and what to expect from the book. Danielle shares her favorite Disney facts, insights on Magic Kingdom, and tips for making the most of a Disney trip. This episode is perfect for Disney fans and families planning their next adventure to Magic Kingdom! 00:20 Danielle's New Book: I Love Disney's Magic Kingdom 00:55 The Writing Process and Book Details 04:37 Danielle's Disney Background and Family 09:33 Becoming a Content Creator During COVID 18:04 Challenges and Successes in Content Creation 20:09 From Content Creator to Author 21:36 The Origin of Dapper Danielle 22:05 Vintage Disney Collection 22:43 The Dapper Danielle Persona 23:59 Churro Talk and Spirit Jerseys 26:44 Magic Kingdom Tips for Families 28:49 Disney Food Opinions 33:50 Favorite Disney Facts and Lore 34:31 Mount Rushmore of Magic Kingdom 37:47 Country Bear Jamboree Trivia Connect with Danielle: https://linktr.ee/thedapperdanielle Buy the Book: https://amzn.to/3S89p9j Looking for a free Travel Agent to plan your next trip? Want to plan with us? Fill our a quote form at https://www.adventuresofadisneydad.com/get-a-quote
After a brief news update, join the Dames for a game of Never Have I Ever, Disney Edition. Play along at home marking down any experience (or lack thereof!), of a variety of Disney related activities and attractions you have never done. Join along as another new-to-the-show Dame makes her debut on the show! BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday Book your next Disney vacation with Justin and Jamie at Away With Me Travel. Contact them today to start the magical planning process at show@awaywithmetravel.com
This week the captains are back to chat Springtime Surprise Weekend. Seth Dawson joins the show as he chats about his experience at RunDisney's Springtime Surprise and love for Disney. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday Book your next Disney vacation with Justin and Jamie at Away With Me Travel. Contact them today to start the magical planning process at show@awaywithmetravel.com
This week's episode of the Dames of the DDP explores the unique perspective of a mom's solo trip to Walt Disney World. Join us as we talk to two-new-to-the-show Dames, and hear about their experiences on solo trips including ride and entertainment options, as well as dining and safety. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday Book your next Disney vacation with Justin and Jamie at Away With Me Travel. Contact them today to start the magical planning process at show@awaywithmetravel.com
In this episode of The Adventures of a Disney Dad podcast, hosts Matt and Chip discuss Matt's experience at the Epic Universe preview thanks to Universal Orlando. Matt provides a detailed and honest review, touching on various aspects of the new park, including attractions, food, and logistics. They also compare Epic Universe to Disney parks, pondering the potential impact on Disney and whether the new park is a one-day or multi-day experience. Key highlights include the Harry Potter 'Battle at the Ministry' ride, Super Nintendo Land, and the challenges with accessibility and shade. Additionally, there's a discussion on strategies for park hopping and maximizing family vacations at Universal. 01:23 Epic Universe Experience and Highlights 03:35 Coca-Cola Freestyle Machines: A Game Changer 05:58 Accessibility and Design Observations 13:33 Harry Potter and Other Attractions 21:00 Shortcomings of the Ride 21:39 Stardust Racers: A Rollercoaster Review 22:09 Family Preferences and Ride Restrictions 22:46 Exploring Celestial Park 23:05 Epic Universe: A One-Day Experience? 23:35 Comparing Disney and Universal Attractions 24:21 Dark Universe: A Surprising Favorite 27:38 Logistics and Rope Drop Strategy 30:19 Universal's Locker System and Ride Efficiency 31:53 Planning Your Universal Vacation 33:40 Dining at Epic Universe 39:30 Final Thoughts and Recommendations Looking for a free Travel Agent to plan your next trip? Want to plan with us? Fill our a quote form at https://www.adventuresofadisneydad.com/get-a-quote
This year marks the 30th Anniversary of Disney's Conservation Fund. The guys chat the history of the Conservation Fund and Walt Disney's impact on the parks and company with his passion for nature. On the patreon side Joe and Justin chat their top five events they would absolutely not attend and why. Have you ever experienced any of these events. Tell us your experience at the private DDP Patreon Facebook Group. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday Book your next Disney vacation with Justin and Jamie at Away With Me Travel. Contact them today to start the magical planning process at show@awaywithmetravel.com
The Disney Dads jump in their time machine to go back to the 1990's and chat Honey I Shrunk the Audience and the Honey I Shrunk The Kids play area at Disney's MGM. It's an ask anything Patreon episode and the DDP patreon family sent in some amazing questions for the guys to discuss. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday Book your next Disney vacation with Justin and Jamie at Away With Me Travel. Contact them today to start the magical planning process at show@awaywithmetravel.com
The DDP Captains are back this month to talk themes for the Disneyland Half Marathon weekend and all the fun that will be had on the west coast. They are also joined by Craig McFarland from Beyond the Mouse to chat the DDP Sorcerers meetup and race recap from the land of Lincoln. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday Book your next Disney vacation with Justin and Jamie at Away With Me Travel. Contact them today to start the magical planning process at show@awaywithmetravel.com
On this episode the guys chat all about Disney Springs. They go through the ten things they believe could be added to Disney Springs to make it even better. On the Patreon side the guys catch up with personal lives and chat a little Disney. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday Book your next Disney vacation with Justin and Jamie at Away With Me Travel. Contact them today to start the magical planning process at show@awaywithmetravel.com
In this episode of The Adventures of a Disney Dad podcast, Matt and Chip dive into their favorite aspects of Walt Disney World, including their preferred parks, resorts, table service, and quick service dining options. They discuss frequently asked questions from listeners and share their thoughts on splurges worth making during a Disney vacation. Additionally, Matt teases his upcoming preview visit to Universal's Epic Universe and highlights some key logistical details for those planning a visit. Tune in for a fun discussion and tips to enhance your Disney and Universal experiences. 00:53 Epic Universe Preview and Excitement 01:31 Universal's How to Train Your Dragon 02:45 Navigating Universal's Epic Universe 07:01 Disney's 2026 Vacation Packages and Dining Plans 15:14 Favorite Disney Parks 19:37 Dining Dilemmas at Hollywood Studios 21:23 Favorite Disney Resorts: Yacht Club and More 24:02 Top Table Service Meals at Disney 26:40 Best Quick Service at Disney 28:58 Favorite Disney Splurges and Upgrades 33:19 Wrapping Up and Looking Forward to Epic Universe Looking for a free Travel Agent to plan your next trip? Want to plan with us? Fill our a quote form at https://www.adventuresofadisneydad.com/get-a-quote
The boys are back and this week are joined by the hosts of the Dames of the DDP for a battle. They go back and forth with the guys and the girls favorites things at Disney and what is different and the same between them, This week the guys get to know the Dames a little better. They chat their Disney passion and what brought them to love Disney. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday Book your next Disney vacation with Justin and Jamie at Away With Me Travel. Contact them today to start the magical planning process at show@awaywithmetravel.com
Artificial Intelligence will have an impact on all our lives and this week the guys turn over the show to A.I. Asking A.I. to provide ten topics about Walt Disney World to chat about provides the guys with a show where they don't know what's coming next. This week the hosts are joined by Joey Bluhm, one of their incredible patreon family to join the conversation and chat his Disney passions. On the patreon side the guys rank all 16 them parks located in Central Florida and there are some shocking results. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday Book your next Disney vacation with Justin and Jamie at Away With Me Travel. Contact them today to start the magical planning process at show@awaywithmetravel.com
In this episode of The Adventures of a Disney Dad podcast, Chip returns from his Disney Cruise Line vacation and shares highlights of the trip, including experiences on the Disney Magic ship and family activities on Castaway Cay and Lighthouse Point. Matt discusses his recent experience staying offsite and the challenges encountered, such as heavy traffic and difficulties booking Multipass rides. They also touch on current Disney discounts and considerations for booking Disney Cruise Lines, comparing the benefits of staying onsite versus offsite. 00:39 Disney's New Discounts 06:21 Chip's Disney Cruise Line Adventure 09:29 Private Islands: Castaway vs. Lighthouse Point 10:33 The Reality of Beach Vacations with Kids 13:43 Disney Cruise Highlights and First Disney Race 16:36 Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Booking Tips 19:45 Challenges of Staying Offsite at Walt Disney World 23:15 Navigating Disney's Lightning Lane System 31:36 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Plans Looking for a free Travel Agent to plan your next trip? Want to plan with us? Fill our a quote form at https://www.adventuresofadisneydad.co...
Welcome to this new segment of the DDP Sorcerers Roundtable. Once a month the captains will highlight members of the DDP Sorcerer community. The will chat about their love for Disney and how running and RunDisney has impacted their lives. this month the captains are joined by Nate and Renee Rutledge to chat everything Disney and running. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday
This week the ladies are back to chat Disney news before getting into their top Disney female characters that have taken a different route to becoming beloved in the Disney community. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday
It's March which means it's time for another DDP March Madness Bracket challenge. This year the guys take on the Walt Disney World resorts. All 32 resorts are included, but there is only room for one winner. This week each of the guys bring one Disney topic to the table to discuss. From fires to new attractions they dive into the deep end of what's going on around the parks and on Disney+. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday
On this episode the guys buy or sell situations we may see based on the latest Disney news. From resorts to park news, the guys look at where these changes may lead the Disney company moving forward. This weeks Patreon episode is rated PG-13 for language On the patreon side the guys get sentimental as they discuss their top memories from the last eight years of the show. From trips to friends made, it has been an amazing ride and we hope you enjoy this trip down memory lane. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday
In this episode of The Adventures of a Disney Dad podcast, Matt takes on a solo mission while Chip is away on a Disney Cruise. He covers the latest updates and promotions from Walt Disney World, including significant room discounts and the nuances of the free Disney Dining Plan offer. He also touches on upcoming refurbishments and new shows at various Disney parks. In addition, Matt provides insights into the pros and cons of staying off-property and answers various listener questions about the best times to visit, nighttime shows to prioritize, and tips on becoming a Disney travel agent. There's also discussion on how Universal's Epic Universe might impact Disney tourism. 00:31 Evaluating Disney Promotions 00:52 Charity Opportunities for Disney Marathon 02:01 Disney Resort Promotions and Comparisons 05:55 Universal Studios and Epic Universe Updates 07:41 Disney Ride Refurbishments and New Shows 11:34 Listener Questions: Best Time to Visit Disney 14:13 Listener Questions: Nighttime Shows to Prioritize 17:14 Listener Questions: Staying Off Property at Disney 22:53 Listener Questions: Most and Least Booked Resorts 25:49 Listener Questions: Impact of Epic Universe on Disney 29:01 Becoming a Disney Travel Agent Marathon Weekend Charity List: https://www.adventuresofadisneydad.com/rundisney/rundisney-marathon-weekend-charity-list Looking for a free Travel Agent to plan your next trip? Want to plan with us? Fill our a quote form at https://www.adventuresofadisneydad.com/get-a-quote
The Dames of the DDP, a spin off show of DDP Today is back to give you the ladies perspective on everything Disney. This week the ladies welcome on a guest host and play a little game full of fun Disney content. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday
(3:15) – Pat addresses the growing rumors he's becoming a “Disney Dad”(5:35) – Top Headlines: Aaron Rodgers' latest chances to landing with the Vikings, Titans reported likeliness of selecting Cam Ward(21:50) – More News & Notes: Stefon Diggs' free agency tour continues, Mason Rudolph potentially starting for the Steelers(29:50) – Biggest Free Agency Winners/Losers: Justin Fields, Chris Godwin, Isiah Pacheco, Sam Darnold(41:45) – Should fans be concerned about Caleb Williams' rookie season?
In this episode of the Adventures of a Disney Dad Podcast, Matt and Chip dive into a variety of Disney-related topics including Chip's week out planning for his family Disney Cruise and Matt's recent experiences at Walt Disney World's Flower and Garden Festival, highlighting favorite topiaries and food offerings. They also touch on new developments at Disney World, including the Frontier Arcade's replacement and the upcoming adults-only Epcot lounge. The episode wraps up with thoughts on Disney's live-action Snow White film, comparisons between Disney Cruise Line and Walt Disney World Facebook groups, and nostalgic reflections on popular bands performing at Disney parks in the past. 02:30 Preparing for a Disney Cruise 07:39 Premier Pass Debate 13:18 New DVC Lounge at Magic Kingdom 15:06 Snow White Live Action Remake 19:12 Box Office and Disney Controversies 21:40 Flower and Garden Festival Highlights 29:59 Epcot's New Developments 33:22 Nostalgia and Live Performances at Disney Looking for a free Travel Agent to plan your next trip? Want to plan with us? Fill our a quote form at https://www.adventuresofadisneydad.com/get-a-quote
(00:00-19:54) Wide Delta Wednesday. Sharon in Clayton really wants us to talk about Jobu. Blues on a heater ever since Jobu got his own locker in the room. Was it Jobu or Take Your Shirt Off? How many Blues can Jackson name in one minute? Will Tim stand and shout at the game? Doug's a Disney Dad. Light profanity. Alabama State and UNC get wins last night. (20:02-52:43) Jamie Rivers joins the show fresh off his birthday. Gives us his birthday rundown. Blues dominate in Nashville. No one's talking about the Blues but they should be. Biggest game of the year tomorrow against Vancouver. Matching up with Winnipeg and Vegas. Jordan Kyrou's growth. (52:53-1:09:15) Can SIU-E shock the world and knock off Houston? Jackson's debut on Spread Zone. Audio of Mad Dog Russo not happy about his son being denied access to the New York Mets. Performance art or real? Gotta plant some seeds. Is Jackson hiking up his shorts? Built in liners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00-19:54) Wide Delta Wednesday. Sharon in Clayton really wants us to talk about Jobu. Blues on a heater ever since Jobu got his own locker in the room. Was it Jobu or Take Your Shirt Off? How many Blues can Jackson name in one minute? Will Tim stand and shout at the game? Doug's a Disney Dad. Light profanity. Alabama State and UNC get wins last night. (20:02-52:43) Jamie Rivers joins the show fresh off his birthday. Gives us his birthday rundown. Blues dominate in Nashville. No one's talking about the Blues but they should be. Biggest game of the year tomorrow against Vancouver. Matching up with Winnipeg and Vegas. Jordan Kyrou's growth. (52:53-1:09:15) Can SIU-E shock the world and knock off Houston? Jackson's debut on Spread Zone. Audio of Mad Dog Russo not happy about his son being denied access to the New York Mets. Performance art or real? Gotta plant some seeds. Is Jackson hiking up his shorts? Built in liners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Disney has been using special effects to tell the story of each attraction since opening day. This week the guys chat the top special effects used in the attractions at the Magic Kingdom. This week Dan and Justin stay in the Magic Kingdom to play a game. Each getting random attractions at the Magic Kingdom and have to rank them from one to ten. Who will create the best list? Play along at home with the guys and have some Disney fun! BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday
Spring break crowds can be a turn off for some people planning their next Disney vacation. This week the guys chat about the positives and negatives of traveling to the parks during the spring break season. PATREON THIS WEEK IS RATED PG-13 On the patreon side the guys play a game of this or that where they are asked questions they must answer, no matter the outcome. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday
Matt and Chip are finally back after a short break, and this episode is packed with first-hand experiences, hot takes, and Disney news! Matt just returned from Walt Disney World, and he's got plenty to share—including a surprising revelation about After Hours events at Magic Kingdom. Plus, Chip is gearing up for his upcoming Disney cruise, and Matt got an exclusive tour of the Disney Fantasy—will he become a cruise guy?
On this spin off show of DDP Today, the ladies take over and take on a March Madness Bracket Challenge. This year the girls are taking Disney's Quick Services into a showdown on the first Dames of the DDP Bracket. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday
Justin and Jason are back from a trip to Disney's Hilton Island Resort and here to chat the pros and cons of staying at this Disney Resort. On the Patreon side the guys chat about some Disney news and give their take on everything happening at the parks. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday
The captains are back around the table to chat about the 2026 Disney Marathon Weekend. That's right! It's already time for registration and the captains talk details, themes, and Springtime Surprise course maps. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday
Nothing says you are at Disney like walking into the lobby of your favorite hotel, theme park store or attraction, or transportation method and smelling that scent you love. This week the ladies are back to give their take on the scents of Disney after they discuss the latest news to come from the Disney company. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday
The ladies are back and here to talk about their favorite Disney love stories. What are the perfect Disney couples throughout history and what impact they have had on the ladies. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday
This week the guys are having some fun as they discuss the rides they would choose to be stuck on for an entire day and night. From the music to the ride vehicles, a lot comes into play during this game. On the patreon side the guys chat sporting events and bucket list experiences they would like to do in their lifetime. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday
There is so much to do on a Disney vacation that it is understandable when someone says they haven't done something. Unless it's one of the things the guys chat about on this weeks show. These are the top things that every Disney guest should do when they visit the Disney Parks! On this weeks patreon Dan and Justin chat about Dan's 18 days in Mexico and all the fun he had. They get into a few other fun stories and have lots of laughs. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday
The guys are back around the table with some special guests to continue chatting about the incredible time had by all at the 2025 Disney Marathon Weekend. In this second part the guys chat about the half and full marathon and the meetup with Base Camp. So many great and funny stories from the weekend bring back great memories for everyone on the show. On the Patreon side Joe and Justin chat travel, and their five favorite place to travel to outside of Central Florida. They chat their experiences at these places and why everyone should travel there. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday
In this episode of 'The Adventures of a Disney Dad Podcast,' Matt and Chip respond to listener questions and discuss significant Disney updates. They dive into the big news about the elimination of virtual queues at Walt Disney World, specifically for Tiana's Bayou Adventure and Guardians of the Galaxy. This leads to a comprehensive discussion on how this change will impact rope drop strategies and ride wait times. Following this, they address listener queries on split stays between Universal Studios and Disney, rank enchanting extras like the Keys to the Kingdom tour, and debate between staying at the Contemporary or the Grand Floridian. 01:06 Big News: Virtual Queues at Walt Disney World 01:43 Rope Drop Strategies for Tiana's Bayou Adventure 02:10 Impact on Other Attractions and Rope Drop Strategies 07:27 Guardians of the Galaxy: Rope Drop or Lightning Lane? 10:46 Epcot Rope Drop Strategies 15:17 Rivers of America and Future Changes 18:21 Listener Questions: Split Stays and Enchanting Extras 27:36 Resort Battle: Contemporary vs. Grand Floridian Looking for a free Travel Agent to plan your next trip? Want to plan with us? Fill our a quote form at https://www.adventuresofadisneydad.com/get-a-quote
The ladies have taken over the DDP with the newest show to come to the network. Welcome to the Dames of the DDP where after eight years the ladies will give their thoughts on everything Disney. From Disney news to trip recaps and advice, the ladies are here to bring all the Disney magic! BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday
Ranking Walt Disney World Dining and Listener Questions with Main Street Tourist and Kingdoms & Co In this episode of The Adventures of a Disney Dad Podcast we are joined by guests Athina from Kingdoms and Co and Lauren from Main Street Tourist. They discuss their recent Disney trips, covering everything from Festival of the Arts, Disney cruises, to navigating the parks with kids. The group ranks Disney dining experiences and tackles listener questions about how to plan low-key Disney vacations, the ideal number of park days, and choosing between Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios for young kids. 00:35 Athina's Disney Small Shop Journey 02:15 Lauren's Disney Cruise Experience 03:42 Disney's Magical Express Controversy 06:09 Transportation Options to Disney Resorts 11:25 Festival of the Arts and Trip Recaps 21:02 Disney Dining Blind Ranking Game 36:46 Listener Questions: After Hours Events 41:20 Ideal Length for a Disney Vacation 45:16 Disney World vs. Disney Cruise: Which is More Relaxing? 53:15 Animal Kingdom vs. Hollywood Studios for Toddlers
Nothing reminds you of a great Disney vacation like the perfect souvenir. This week Justin is joined by Peter Mandle of 2MenandtheMouse and the newest show host on the Disney Dads network. They give their personal Top 5 stores you must shop at on a Disney vacation while having lots of laughs. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday On the Patreon side the guys chat about Pete's newest show coming to the network, and weird and funny things they do to make themselves laugh.
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In this episode of the Adventures of a Disney Dad podcast, Matt and Chip share their best tips and tricks for navigating Walt Disney World during spring break, or heavily crowded periods. We dive into essential strategies such as setting realistic expectations, tips for character dining, utilizing Disney's multi-pass and lightning lanes, planning transportation, and making use of rope drop strategies. We also discuss the importance of mobile ordering food, enjoying resort amenities, and planning for emergencies. Additionally, we cover the benefits of ordering groceries to your resort and make suggestions for making dining reservations. Tune in for all this and more to make your trip to Disney as enjoyable and stress-free as possible! 00:20 Spring Break Survival Tips 01:27 Character Dining Strategies 03:16 Maximizing Your Time with Multipass 04:07 Rope Drop Tactics 08:08 Mobile Ordering and Resort Relaxation 12:04 Evening Shows and Sleeping In 13:09 Planning for Lost Children 15:35 Transportation Tips 18:56 Grocery Delivery and Final Tips 21:12 Conclusion and Next Week's Preview Looking for a free Travel Agent to plan your next trip? Want to plan with us? Fill our a quote form at https://www.adventuresofadisneydad.com/get-a-quote
Marathon weekend 2025 is in the books and the guys are around the table to chat about all of the amazing times had inside and outside the Disney Parks. From expo to 10k day the guys are here to tell all the stories. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday Book your next Disney vacation with Justin and Jamie at Away With Me Travel. Contact them today to start the magical planning process at show@awaywithmetravel.com
It's time to put those Imagineering hats and make Hollywood Studios even better. As you walk through the park, there are moments we all have said" they should add... to this park". This week the guys give you the Top 10 things they would add to Hollywood Studios. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday On the patreon side the guys discuss what New Years Resolutions Disney should make for 2025.
Paul and Mark take stock of the latest turns of the offseason. (4:00) What's next for the Bengals and how much should fans be paying attention the stadium email mud-slinging? (10:00) The coaching carousel is spinning quite fast and could there be eyes landing on Dan Pitcher because of it? (16:00) Concert announcement. Cool. (21:00) Your questions on timing of signing Tee-Ja'Marr, return of Year of The Tater, Bengals as wrestlers, the Mekhi Becton mistake, short-yardage failure answers, incredible insight on the new OL assistant, Ron Torbert on the take and JJ Watt coming out of retirement. (55:00) Ambush Light (1:00:00) Dad Life takes on Disney World Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604 The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDY Links to all socials, podcast platforms, merchandise from Cincy Shirts and more: https://linktr.ee/thegrowlerpodcast
In this episode of the Adventures of a Disney Dad podcast, Matt and Chip dive into listener questions about visiting Walt Disney World without a MultiPass, offering strategies and expectations for the experience. They discuss prioritizing rides, planning around cost, and the convenience of MagicBands. The episode also explores the best activities for non-park days, like Skyliner resort hopping or visiting Disney Springs. Additionally, they touch on the future potential of The Simpsons in Disney Parks and share reflections on underrepresented Disney movies like Zootopia and Coco. 00:00 Introduction and Listener Questions 01:11 Surviving Disney World Without MultiPass 08:06 Magic Bands: Essential or Optional? 14:29 Park Hopping Strategies with MultiPass 20:44 Underrated Disney Movies in the Parks 25:44 Non-Park Day Activities: Skyliner vs. Disney Springs 29:30 The Simpsons at Disney Parks? 32:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Looking for a free Travel Agent to plan your next trip? Want to plan with us? Fill our a quote form at https://www.adventuresofadisneydad.com/get-a-quote
Planning the Ultimate Disney Dream Vacation In this episode of the Adventures of a Disney Dad podcast, Chip and Matt take on a listener Colin's suggestion to plan their dream Disney vacation with no budget restrictions (but within reason). We discuss the ideal resorts, essential Disney experiences, and smart planning strategies. We cover the best room options, essential add-ons, favorite dining spots, and must-do attractions. We also share advice about visiting during peak holiday times and the benefits of Disney VIP tours. Join us as we navigate through planning the ultimate Disney trip for a memorable family experience. 00:50 Holiday Recap and Disney Planning Tips 05:56 Discussing Room Categories and Ideal Rooms 09:37 Choosing the Perfect Disney Resort 14:38 Park Strategies and VIP Tours 20:26 Dining Experiences and Special Activities 31:41 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up Looking for a free Travel Agent to plan your next trip? Want to plan with us? Fill our a quote form at https://www.adventuresofadisneydad.com/get-a-quote
This week the original trio of Disney Dads are here to take an in depth look at all the activities you can enjoy at both the Festival of the Holidays and the Festival of the Arts. With so many amazing ways to celebrate at EPCOT, this time of year is the perfect time to visit EPCOT and Walt Disney World. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday On the Patreon side, the boys chat about what the holidays look like around their homes, relive the past, and other fun stories. We are calling on all the DDP Family to join us as we kick off our fundraiser to raise money for Base Camp Children's Cancer Charity. This incredible non profit helps kids and their families as they fight this terrible disease. All proceeds go directly to help the kids and we are excited to partner with Base Camp again this year. Click the link below and donate or create your own team today. http://basecamp.org/ddp4bc
Disney offers so many fantastic grab and go food options throughout the four theme parks, but many times the quick services at the resorts are overlooked. This week the guys are here to rank the Top 10 quick services at the Walt Disney World resort and make sure you have a great dining experience. BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link patreon.com/ddptoday On the Patron side the guys are listing the worst queues at Walt Disney World to "Let It Go"! We are calling on all the DDP Family to join us as we kick off our fundraiser to raise money for Base Camp Children's Cancer Charity. This incredible non profit helps kids and their families as they fight this terrible disease. All proceeds go directly to help the kids and we are excited to partner with Base Camp again this year. Click the link below and donate or create your own team today. http://basecamp.org/ddp4bc