Episodes
34
Sept. 16, 2026
Whatever Happened to Disney’s Vacation Planning Videos? (Ep. 34)
Lauren and Eric revisit Disney’s classic vacation planning videos and ask whether AI, influencers, and social media can make planning a Walt Disney World trip any easier.
33
Sept. 9, 2026
How Much Halloween Candy Is Too Much Candy? (Ep. 33)
Lauren and Eric debate a massive Oogie Boogie Bash candy haul before exploring whether Disney guests really want to become part of the attractions they ride.
32
Sept. 2, 2026
When Does Halloween Actually Start? Plus Disney’s NFL Mascot Matchups (Ep. 32)
Lauren and Eric debate when Disney Halloween season really begins and rank the hits and misses from Disney’s new NFL character collection.
31
Aug. 26, 2026
When Peter Pan Fandom Takes Flight and Disney Scooters Go Viral (Ep. 31)
Lauren and Eric unpack the viral Peter Pan fan controversy and debate whether ECV scooter shenanigans could force Disney to rethink park rules.
30
Aug. 19, 2026
What Disney Got Right - and Wrong - at D23 (Ep. 30)
Eric and Lauren recap D23 in Anaheim, from virtual queues and Disney fan culture to Dreamfinder, Figment, the Yeti, and a Parks presentation that left them wanting more.
29
Aug. 12, 2026
Auditing the D23 Announcements: What Disney Actually Delivered (Ep. 29)
Lauren and Eric use past D23 results to measure Disney’s reliability and predict what the 2026 parks showcase may reveal.
28
Aug. 5, 2026
Is Disney Actually a Better Bargain? Don’t Tell Disney (Ep. 28)
Lauren and Eric compare Disney’s cost per enjoyable hour with concerts, movies, museums, sporting events, and other popular entertainment.
27
July 29, 2026
Do Disney Fans Really Want Trip Report Podcasts? (Ep. 27)
Lauren and Eric investigate whether Disney fans love trip report podcasts before sharing practical takeaways from Vero Beach, Bay Lake Tower, Walt Disney World, and Universal Orlando.
26
July 22, 2026
Is a Major Space Mountain Refurbishment Coming to Walt Disney World? (Ep. 26)
Lauren and Eric examine rumors of a major Space Mountain refurbishment at Walt Disney World and rank the Disney rides most likely to leave guests sore, shaken, or queasy.
25
July 8, 2026
A Small World Fire Sparks a Bigger Disney Blog Debate (Ep. 25)
Lauren and Eric discuss the “it’s a small world” charger fire, Disney’s response, and why fans are increasingly fed up with repetitive Disney blog coverage.
24
July 1, 2026
Gingerbread Houses and the Great Wilderness Lodge AC Meltdown (Ep. 24)
Lauren and Eric break down the Grand Floridian gingerbread house retirement and Wilderness Lodge’s AC outage through the lens of guest experience, Disney operations, and online community reaction.
23
June 24, 2026
Disney Springs Closes the Bus Loophole and Pixar Fans Pick Sides (Ep. 23)
Lauren and Eric unpack Disney Springs transportation restrictions before diving into Toy Story 5 and the Pixar rankings that have fans choosing sides.
22
June 17, 2026
Can You Do Epic Universe in One Day? (Ep. 22)
Lauren and Eric test whether one day is enough at Epic Universe, then compare Universal must-dos to Disney fan favorites.
21
June 10, 2026
The Worst Theme Park Clickbait (Ep. 21)
Lauren and Eric talk terrifying ride evacuations, Disney breakdown dreams, and the theme park news sites fans love, avoid, and side-eye.
20
June 3, 2026
Carousel of Progress Gets an Update as Fans Chase Real Disney Experiences (Ep. 20)
Lauren and Eric discuss Disney's Carousel of Progress overhaul, the Disney Store phenomenon, and why fans seem to be seeking more immersive, real-world Disney experiences.
19
May 27, 2026
Spoiler Alert: Why We Avoid Disney POV Videos Before Our Trip (Ep. 19)
Eric and Lauren debate Disney ride spoilers, preview the new Muppets coaster overlay, and react to Bluey’s arrival at Animal Kingdom.
18
May 20, 2026
Safari Stops and Disney Mount Rushmores (Ep. 18)
Lauren and Eric unpack a bizarre Kilimanjaro Safaris guest incident before debating the ultimate Walt Disney World attraction and resort Mount Rushmores.
14
May 13, 2026
Spirit Airlines’ Collapse, and the Great WDW vs. Disneyland Attraction Debate (Ep. 17)
Lauren and Eric discuss Spirit Airlines shutting down, debate the best Disneyland vs. Walt Disney World attractions, and react to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad’s highly anticipated reopening at Magic Kingdom.
16
May 6, 2026
Is Disney Actually Listening… (Ep. 16)
Are Disney’s recent changes a genuine response to fan feedback, or a strategic push to win back loyalty and revenue?
15
April 29, 2026
Top 10 Disney Rookie Mistakes (and Why the Lines Feel Worse Than Ever) (Ep. 15)
A practical and honest look at Disney’s most common rookie mistakes and why today’s park lines feel more frustrating than ever.
14
April 22, 2026
Epic Universe vs. Walt Disney World: What’s Actually Worth Your Summer Vacation? (Ep. 14)
A one-year check-in on Epic Universe versus Disney reveals rising costs, strategic trade-offs, and why your summer 2026 vacation decision is not as simple as it seems.
13
April 15, 2026
Worth the Wait? The Rides We Skip & How Much We Spend on Disney (Ep. 13)
A candid look at which Disney rides are worth the wait and how much a Disney vacation really costs today.
12
April 8, 2026
The Utilidor Isn’t So Magical After All (Ep. 12)
A viral TikTok sparks a deep dive into Disney’s utilidor myths versus reality, plus a look at what it really costs to live near the magic.
11
April 1, 2026
D23 Strategy, Legends Debate & The Rise of the Bourne Stuntacular (Ep. 11)
A breakdown of D23 2026, a debate over Disney Legends picks, and how a viral meme turned a stunt show into must-see theme park magic.