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WDW Radio: Your Guide to the Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise and More Disney Magic!

Lou Mongello - Disney Expert

WDW Radio is the award-winning Disney podcast that brings the magic of Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Marvel, and Star Wars to life. Since 2005, hosted by Lou Mongello – Disney expert, author, speaker, and Podcast Hall of Fame inductee – has been your trusted guide through the parks and beyond. Each week, tune in for Disney news, vacation planning tips, interviews, trivia, deep dives into Disney history, attraction and dining reviews, hidden park secrets, and more. From

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851 · D23 and the Future of Disney Fandom with...

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2025/12/15

851 · D23 and the Future of Disney Fandom with Michael VargoWhat is D23 today - and what will it become in the years ahead?This week, Lou Mongello is joined by Michael Vargo, Head of Disney’s D23, for an in-depth conversation about the evolution of D23, the future of Disney fandom, and what fans can expect in 2026 and beyond. From the return of the D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in Anaheim to expanded global experiences, digital storytelling, milestone celebrations, and unprecedented access

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01:00:14

850 · Disney Q&A: Hidden Magic & Helpful Advice

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2025/12/08

850 · Disney Q&A: Hidden Magic & Helpful AdviceWhat Disney question have you always wanted answered? This week, we try something brand new as we answer a wide variety of your Disney listener questions and tips in a fresh, fun, and faster format. We talk about the choices you face when planning your next Disney adventure. We look at Disney Cruise Line decisions like the Destiny vs. the classic ships, the things we wish Disney would bring back, the experiences we think are underrated, our

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849 · My Five Hidden Dining Gems at Walt Disney World

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2025/12/01

849 · My Five Hidden Dining Gems at Walt Disney WorldWalt Disney World is packed with incredible food, but some of the very best meals hide in the places guests walk right past. This week, we’re digging into My Five Overlooked Dining Locations at Walt Disney World, including tucked away lounges, lakeside escapes, and resort restaurants that deliver amazing food without the rush or the reservation scramble.You’ll hear why these five locations stood out, what makes them special, and how they bring

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55:06

848 · How to Walk Smarter and Feel Better at Walt...

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2025/11/24

848 · How to Walk Smarter and Feel Better at Walt Disney WorldLong days in the Disney parks are magical… but they’re also full of walking, standing, heat, excitement, and unexpected moments that can leave you feeling drained before the fireworks even start. This week, I’m joined by a doctor of physical therapy to talk about practical tips to help you feel better all day at Walt Disney World.We explore simple, science-based habits you can use before, during, and even after your trip to help you feel

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02:16:45

847 · Top Ten Reasons You Need to Cruise on Disney...

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2025/11/20

847 · Top Ten Reasons You Need to Cruise on Disney DestinyJoin me this week for the ultimate Disney Destiny review, as we share our Top Ten Reasons Why You Need to Cruise on the Disney Destiny.We take you inside Disney Cruise Line’s newest Wish-class ship and reveal everything we discovered on board. From the heroes and villains theme to the immersive storytelling, characters, dining, and unexpected surprises, the Destiny delivered new experiences that may even be paving the way for what comes next

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01:38:54

846 · Mary Poppins: Untold Stories and the Making of...

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2025/11/08

846 · Mary Poppins: Untold Stories and the Making of a Disney ClassicMary Poppins is practically perfect, but the process behind it was emotional, unpredictable, and filled with incredible stories that most fans have never been told.There are very few "perfect" movies in this world: Jaws... The Shawshank Redemption... The Shining... Back to the Future... and from Disney, there is only one on this list - Mary Poppins. This week, I’m joined by author and Disney historian Todd James Pierce, whose new

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02:18:24

845 · Cotino – What It’s Really Like Inside Disney’s...

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2025/11/02

845 · Cotino – What It’s Really Like Inside Disney’s First Storyliving CommunityWhat if Disney built a place you could actually live?This week, I take you inside Cotino, Disney’s first Storyliving by Disney community... and share what I discovered as one of the first people invited to explore it.I didn’t know what to expect… but what Cotino revealed about Storyliving truly surprised me. In this episode, we’ll look at what makes this place so much more than homes in the desert, how it honors Walt’s

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844 · My Five Spooky Disney Halloween Ideas for Walt...

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2025/10/27

👻 What if Disney made Halloween at Walt Disney World even spookier?This week, Lou Mongello shares his five original, story-driven Disney Halloween ideas that could transform the parks with new attractions, experiences, and eerie overlays - all filled with that perfect mix of nostalgia, storytelling, and Disney magic.From haunted celebrations of extinct attractions to imaginative new Halloween experiences, Lou dreams up what could make the Walt Disney World Halloween season even more magical - with

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01:11:46

843 · In or Out? - Agree, Disagree, and Defend Your...

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2025/10/06

Is EPCOT the best full-day Walt Disney World park? Should Genie+ be eliminated? Who is the greatest Disney villain of all time?This week on WDW Radio, Lou Mongello hosts another round of In or Out. It is the fun, fast-paced Disney fan debate segment where we tackle the big and small questions about Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, Disney movies, and beyond. From replacing Pirate Night on Disney Cruise Line, to where is the best storytelling, Disney villains, the future of Disney Parks

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01:30:34

842 · Disney Adults: Fandom, Identity, and the Magic...

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2025/09/08

842 · Disney Adults: Fandom, Identity, and the Magic of Never Growing UpWhat does it really mean to be a Disney Adult?I sit down with AJ Wolfe - founder of Disney Food Blog and author of the new book Disney Adults - to explore one of Disney fandom’s most passionate and misunderstood communities. Together, we unpack:Why Disney Adults face stereotypes, criticism, and double standardsHow Disney shapes identity, belonging, and even adulthood itselfThe joys and challenges inside the Disney Adult

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02:14:16

841 · 23 Takeaways from Destination D23 2025

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2025/09/02

The biggest Disney fan event of the year, D23’s Destination D23 2025, delivered history and heritage, stories and surprises, parks and people, performances and passion. Over three unforgettable days at Walt Disney World, Disney fans came together to celebrate the past, present, and future of the magic we love.This week on WDW Radio, we recap the 23 biggest takeaways from Destination D23 2025 - from emotional tributes to bold Disney Parks announcements, hidden details to historic reveals - and even

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01:43:21

840 · Disney Destiny Shipyard Tour: Behind the...

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2025/08/17

840 · Disney Destiny Shipyard Tour: Behind the Curtain of Disney Cruise Line’s Boldest ShipJoin me for an exclusive Disney Destiny Shipyard Tour inside Meyer Werft in Papenburg, Germany, where the newest Disney Cruise Line ship is coming to life. I take you behind the scenes to step aboard the Destiny during construction, explore first looks at venues like the Haunted Mansion Parlor, Doctor Strange Sanctum Lounge, and Pride Lands dining, and witness the unforgettable float-out as she touched water

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839 · Disney Q&A: Cruise Rankings, Solo Park Tips,...

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2025/08/04

839 · Disney Q&A: Cruise Rankings, Solo Park Tips, Disneyland Food & Hidden SecretsThis week, Lou opens up the inbox for a fun, fast-paced episode filled with listener questions - from planning the ultimate solo day at Walt Disney World, to why Disneyland’s food might just outshine Epcot’s, to a ranking of every Disney Cruise Line ship. He also reveals a hidden Easter egg in Journey Into Imagination, debuts a rapid-fire round of Disney “Would You Rather?”, and teases a special announcement

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838 · Walt Disney Imagineering Chief Creative Officer...

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2025/07/28

838 · Walt Disney Imagineering Chief Creative Officer Bruce Vaughn on the Future of the Disney ParksWhat happens when you sit down with the head of Walt Disney Imagineering… and just hit record? In this exclusive, unscripted conversation, Bruce Vaughn, Chief Creative Officer of Walt Disney Imagineering, shares stories, insights, and opens up for a behind-the-scenes look at the future of the Disney Parks - and the emotion, magic, and meaning behind it all.Over the past few weeks, we’ve explored the

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837 · Walt Disney Imagineering Tour: Behind the...

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2025/07/21

837 · Walt Disney Imagineering Tour: Behind the Scenes Where Disney Magic Is MadeWhat if you could get a guided tour through the heart of Walt Disney Imagineering - the place where Disney dreams aren’t just imagined, but engineered, designed, and brought to life?I was honored with the rare opportunity to step inside the hallowed halls of Walt Disney Imagineering in Glendale, California... and this week, I’m taking you with me.Join me for a personal, behind-the-scenes tour through the models,

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836 · Inside Imagineering: Zsolt Hormay on Sculpting...

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2025/07/16

836 · Inside Imagineering: Zsolt Hormay on Sculpting Stories in Disney ParksDo you ever walk through the Disney Parks and say, "How did they do that?" or better yet, "WHO helped bring these incredible places and spaces to life?"I was recently invited into the hallowed halls of Walt Disney Imagineering to discover the answers to those questions, and will have a full recap of what (and who) I saw, as well as just some of Imagineering's legacy, people, and projects as I was taken behind the scenes into

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835 · "In or Out?" - Trilogies, Overlays, Lounges,...

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2025/06/30

835 · "In or Out?" - Trilogies, Overlays, Lounges, Live-Action, Leadership & More!Are you In or Out? Is the Indiana Jones trilogy really Disney’s best? Should Tower of Terror get a Halloween overlay? And is Josh D’Amaro the future CEO of Disney?That is just the beginning! This week, we dive into bold opinions and big questions about the parks, movies, cruise line, lounges, and leadership. From the Country Bear update to adult-only experiences, EPCOT’s GEO 82, live-action remakes, the Grand

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01:50:04

834 · Ultimate Guide to Indiana Jones in the Disney...

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2025/06/23

834 · Ultimate Guide to Indiana Jones in the Disney ParksWhat if there was an Indiana Jones land so ambitious it could’ve changed the Disney Parks forever?Or that Indy once shared the stage with Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and Mark Hamill himself… for one night only?And what if Indiana Jones has a rich, decades-long history in the Disney Parks - with attractions, shows, and experiences around the world, each filled with hidden stories, wild trivia, and surprises you’ve probably never heard

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01:23:19

833 · The Boy Who Became Tom Sawyer – Disney Legend...

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2025/06/19

833 · The Boy Who Became Tom Sawyer – Disney Legend Tom Nabbe - From the ArchivesHe was just 12 years old when he pitched himself to Walt Disney to become Tom Sawyer… and Walt said, “I’ll think about it.”In this From the Archives episode of WDW Radio, I sit down with Disney Legend Tom Nabbe, the boy who went from selling newspapers outside Disneyland on opening day to becoming the real-life Tom Sawyer… and eventually helping open Walt Disney World, EPCOT, and even Disneyland Paris.With Tom Sawyer

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01:27:53

832 · Adventures by Disney Japan Recap: Takayama,...

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2025/06/17

832 · Adventures by Disney Japan Recap: Takayama, Shirakawa-go, Tokyo & Kintsugi - Part 2Every step through Japan tells a story - and this week, I want to share ours.From centuries-old villages to hidden antique shops, we went looking for adventure... and found something even more meaningful.Japan continues to unfold its magic in Part 2 of our Adventures by Disney to Japanrecap, as we travel to the serene mountain town of Takayama, the timeless village of Shirakawa-go, and the vibrant heart of

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