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Ear Scouts Podcast

Whether you"re preparing for your first trip to Walt Disney World or just love chatting about the Most Magical Place on Earth, the Ear Scouts Podcast will keep you up-to-date with the latest news and answer your questions about Disney Parks around the world. Our podcast is recorded every other week and we pull our questions from the comments of our YouTube videos and from our friends listening live on Patreon, so check out our videos at earscouts.com or join our Patreon family at

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01:17:56

3 Epcot Strategies for Families, Thrill-Seekers and...

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2026/04/09

This week, we're continuing with our strategy guide series. As with Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios, we'll share three different strategies for Epcot: one for families, one for folks who are more focused on festivals, characters and shows and one that's all about rides-rides-rides. Plus, we’ve got a question of the week about Lightning Lanes in…you guessed it…EPCOT! Listen in and pick up some tips to build your perfect day saving the galaxy on Guardians and trotting around the world in the

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01:36:19

The Best (& Worst) Character Dining at Disney World

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2026/04/02

This week's episode is all about character dining and we're sharing all the juicy details about every restaurant where you can see your favorite characters at Walt Disney World. At the end, we'll share our picks for which of these experiences are must-dos and which ones are maybe-skips. Plus, our question of the week is all about our table service picks at Disney Springs. If you're still not sure where to eat on your next trip to the parks, this episode is for you!

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00:55:26

Q&A MinnieCast: Are After Hours Events Worth It For...

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2026/03/26

This week is a brand new Q&A MinnieCast episode where we answer your questions from YouTube, Patreon and the forum, including about After Hours events and Extended Evening for Deluxe Resort guests. We've also got lots of Lightning Lane questions, featuring a discussion of when it makes sense to purchase the service for your second park of the day when you're park hopping.

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01:16:19

Magic Kingdom Secrets: From the Best Spots for...

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2026/03/19

To celebrate our 20th episode, we picked a really fun topic that will also be helpful on your next trip to Walt Disney World. We're sharing our favorite secrets of the Magic Kingdom – from the practical (where to find seating areas with AC or charging stations) to the magical (Madame Leota revealed in a mirror and hidden Mickeys that only show up when it rains). Plus, we're sharing our favorite queues that you should consider walking all the way through, even if you have a Lightning Lane.

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01:16:34

Disneyland vs Disney World: Why You Should Cross the...

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2026/03/12

Many people have only experienced one of the two major Disney destinations in the US and this episode is all about why you might want to hop across the country and check out the Disney vibes on the opposite coast. We'll go through the things we think are better about Disneyland, what Disney World excels at and end with some very hot takes that defy the conventional wisdom. Plus, Rob and Erick share their thoughts about the Disney Wish after their second Disney Cruise. It's a fun episode of East vs

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01:07:55

15 Biggest Lightning Lane Mistakes - PLUS: Is This...

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2026/02/26

We’re sharing the 15 biggest mistakes people make using Lightning Lane Multi Pass at Walt Disney World, as well as what you should do differently to avoid these pitfalls. Plus we’ve got our question of the week about picking the perfect park day. Is there a number that Disney releases weeks in advance that can clue you in on how busy the park will be that day? Find out in this week’s episode of the Ear Scouts Podcast.Did you know you can subscribe to a video version of the podcast on YouTube. Just

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00:50:14

Q&A MinnieCast: Is Lightning Lane Worth It For a Half...

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2026/02/19

In this week's MinnieCast episode, we're answering your questions from YouTube, Patreon and the Ear Scouts forum. Is it worth getting Lightning Lane for a half day in the park? How hard is it to snag TRON and Rise of the Resistance Lightning Lanes on the day of your visit? We've got answers to these questions and more in today's compact episode that's filled with tips and information.

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01:18:05

Hollywood Studios Strategies for 2026 – PLUS: Your...

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2026/02/12

As we did with Animal Kingdom, we're breaking down three different strategies to help you plan your day at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Jessica breaks down the challenges of planning a day for little ones in this big kids' park while Rob focuses on working all the amazing shows and characters in your day. Craig shares his day focused on rides, rides, rides and we end the show with some questions about how Rider Switch works at Walt Disney World.

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00:38:42

How to Plan for an Epcot Festival Day Without...

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2026/01/29

Whether you are headed to the current Epcot Festival of the Arts or one of the other amazing festivals that take place throughout the year, we're sharing our best tips to balance enjoying the event without skipping the year-round rides and shows. We're including tips for all four festivals, including Flower and Garden, Food and Wine and Festival of the Holidays. We've also got some exciting news to share about our new podcast channel and an Ear Scouts cruise aboard the Disney Fantasy in 2027!

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01:12:01

Animal Kingdom: 3 Strategies for a Practically...

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2026/01/22

Whether you’re traveling with young kids or a crew of thrill seekers who are all about the rides, we’ve got three strategies to help you make the most of your Animal Kingdom day at Walt Disney World in 2026. Along the way, we’ll not only plot out a practically perfect day, we’ll also share our thinking so that you’re equipped with all the knowledge you’ll need to map out a roaring good time at Disney’s wildest park.

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01:06:11

Best (and Worst) Months to Plan Your 2026 Disney...

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2026/01/14

This episode started out as a rundown of the things we were most excited about for 2026, but we soon realized that there were also some things that folks should avoid as they plan their trips to see those exciting new offerings. In this episode, we'll take you month-by-month and share some reasons you might want to plan a Disney trip, as well as some things that may make you want to hold off until later.

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01:33:49

Our Best Time-Saving Tips for Your 2026 Trip to Walt...

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2025/12/28

As we close out 2025, we’re focused on helping you plan your 2026 trip to Walt Disney World. No matter how much time you spend at the “Most Magical Place on Earth,” there’s never enough time to do all the things you’d like in a single vacation. That’s why this episode is all about tips to help you save time and fit a few more magical adventures into your visit. From planning to transportation to food and fireworks, we’ve got lots of tips to help you get more done in less time.Plus we’ve got the

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01:16:25

Biggest Rope Drop Mistakes at Walt Disney World

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2025/12/10

This week, we’re talking about that magical moment when Disney “drops the rope” and opens the park for the day. More specifically, we’re talking about all the things that might make that moment a lot less magical. While the lines for some of your favorite attractions may be shorter for those first minutes of park time, it’s easy to make mistakes that prevent you from making the most of your Disney World morning. In today’s episode, we’ll share our best tips to help you avoid those park day pitfalls

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01:02:39

Park Hopping Tips for Walt Disney World

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2025/11/26

Our tenth episode of the Ear Scouts Podcast is all about park hopping at Disney World. From transportation to Lightning Lanes to planning out your park hopping day, we share our best tips and tricks to help you cover the most ground on your multi-park adventures.

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01:15:58

Hidden Gems at Disney World: Food & Drinks Edition

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2025/11/19

This week, we are sharing some of our favorite foods and drinks at Walt Disney World that sometimes fly under the radar. Plus, we’re answering your questions about resort hotels, the Disney World app and how to increase your odds of seeing a giraffe from your balcony at Animal Kingdom Lodge.

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00:40:08

Must-Dos at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party &...

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2025/11/12

This week on the Ear Scouts Podcast, we're sharing the things we always do every time we visit Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom and Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios. Plus: we've got the latest news about changes coming to the Grand Floridian, a refurbishment at Remy's and why the monorail is going the wrong way. Of course we'll also be answering your question of the week, and this week it's all about our must-do shows at Walt Disney World.

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00:36:02

MinnieCast: New Changes to the Disney World App

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2025/11/05

It's official – Ear Scouts is now a weekly podcast! 🥳This week, we're chatting about the new changes to My Disney Experience (also known as the Disney World app) and how they will affect your next visit to the parks. We'll also discuss Zootopia: Better Zoogether at Animal Kingdom and the latest news about the holidays at Walt Disney World.You may notice that this week's episode is shorter than normal. That's because this week's podcast is the first of our MinnieCast episodes. These shorter editions

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01:29:58

Terrifying Trip Planning Mistakes to Avoid for Your...

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2025/10/29

It’s the Halloween episode and we’re talking about something much scarier than ghosts and goblins. This week, we’re breaking down the most terrifying trip planning mistakes people make when visiting Walt Disney World and sharing our best tips to help you avoid common pitfalls and have a spooktacular trip to the parks. We’ll also be answering the latest questions from YouTube about Disney Transportation, Extended Evening Hours and a whole lot more.RELATED LINKSNote that we make a small commission

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01:33:21

Our Top Table Service Dining Picks in the Parks –...

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2025/10/08

One thing you often have to plan out way before your vacation is where you want to eat at Walt Disney World. That’s because the most popular table service reservations fill up super fast. This week, we’re sharing our favorite spots to sit down and enjoy a delicious table service meal away from the hustle and bustle of the parks. We’ll also cover some of the latest discounts and newly released holiday merchandise. Plus, if you’re wondering which shoes you should invest in for those long days in the

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01:21:59

Which is the Best Epcot Festival? Plus: Answers to...

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2025/09/24

As we kick off Food & Wine season at Epcot, we're discussing the pros and cons of the different Epcot festivals to help you decide when to plan your next visit. As always, we're answering your latest questions from YouTube and Patreon about Lightning Lanes, MagicBands, Dining Plans and more. Stick around to the end to hear our quacked out predictions for what Disney will announce in the weeks ahead.

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