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Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast

Your one-stop shop for the stories, secrets and shenanigans of a popcorn-fueled theme park journalist. Join author, reporter and expert Carlye Wisel for breaking news, unexpected interviews and reported stories about Disney and Universal every week.It’s an audio theme park party — and you’re invited! Have a vacation question, Epcot comment or Galaxy’s Edge hot take your friends no longer wanna listen to? Call us at 747-CHURROS (747-248-7767) and we might play your call on a future episode!

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83:22

The Very Amusing Guide to Disneyland!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/10/15

Consider this our one-stop shop (heh) for EVERYTHING you need to know about Disneyland’s two theme parks here in California. My favorite foods to eat, can’t miss rides, essential information and most importantly — my best advice for doing it all (which you WON’T hear about anywhere else!)Long story short? Don’t go to Disneyland without listening to this first!!!!We’re starting off a new foot forward, which will make it EASIER to plan for your trip with our podcast. Welcome to our new Very Amusing

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72:00

A WHIRLWIND Trip to Epic Universe + Disney World...

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/10/07

Y'ALL!! I flew to Florida and jammed in everything I wanted to do at Disney AND Universal during a wild three nights at Caribe Royale Orlando hotel! 70 hours?!?!!? and this much wackiness?!?! Come for the shenanigans, stay for the...my mom having a crush on an Epic Universe character!!!! (And no, it's not even Ygor!!!) This one is WILD, enjoy!!!!Support our silly little theme park podcast by booking your next Disney, Universal or cruise vacation with Mouse Fan Travel! They will do all the

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72:41

All Of Disney's Theme Parks...Ranked!!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/10/01

BUT JUST THE AMERICAN PARKS!!! (yes, that is a Muppets Present Great Moments In History pun IYKYK!!!) Anywhoooo, buckle up for some CHAOS because we are ranking ALL of Disney's American theme parks in a throw-down battle of food, rides and vibes!!!Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom are facing off for the ultimate title of Best Disney Park...but who will win it?! (And why did the answer surprise even me

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7:14

No New Episode This Week (I'm Sorry!!)

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/09/23

The long and short of it is that...I have some health stuff going on and it zapped all of my work hours with appointments and procedures and this week was unexpectedly doomed!!We will be back NEXT WEEK and I am so, so sorry!Support our silly little podcast by booking your next Disney trip with Mouse Fan Travel! They will book your entire trip and answer any Disney questions for free! (We thank you in advance!) www.mousefantravel.com/amusingSpend more time with Carlye Wisel on...Instagram! Twitter!

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48:49

How Things Work: Disney Woodcarving!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/09/17

Our “How Things Work” series is BACK! This week we’re talking to Raymond Kinman, Master Woodcarver and Former Disney Imagineer! Ray is the artistic force behind SO many things you have seen inside Disney theme parks because…his work is often the first thing you’ll see! Ride marquee signs for The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, restaurants like Rancho Del Zocalo and even…one of Disney’s most famous thrill rides!Hear all about how this fascinating art form is made, and trust me — you’ll never look

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72:59

Mish-Mosh: HHN Hollywood, What I'm Watching and...

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/09/10

If this episode doesn’t feel like a 73 minute voice note from your friend, I have failed!!! We're keeping it loosey goosey today, talking ALL about my favorite new TV show (she's got a new obsession y'all!!), my MANY thoughts on Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, and we even answer a few bonus Churros Calls!Honestly?? This one is just pure theme park fun, even if you're not an HHN person — take it from me, I'm a fraidy cat, and I found a way to still have

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58:10

Gab Sesh: All The Big Disney News!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/09/03

Trying to keep up with all the recent Disney news announcements from Destination D23? Look no further! We're chit-chatting about all the recent Epcot, Magic Kingdom, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom, Disneyland Paris and Disney Cruise Line news...and even TALKING ABOUT THE MUPPETS COASTER NEWS THAT JUST DROPPED!!Support our silly little podcast by booking your next Disney trip with Mouse Fan Travel! They will book your entire trip and answer any Disney questions for

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74:48

I Sailed On The BIGGEST Cruise Ship In The WORLD!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/08/27

I just got back from Royal Caribbean's Star of the Seas — the biggest friggin' cruise ship on the planet, supposedly! — and I have soOoOo much to tell you about. (Spoiler alert: I loved it?!)Tune in to hear my opinion about everything from towels to ice skating to buffet food...and what you hear may surprise you!!!!!!Relevant Links...Royal Railway Utopia Station on Very AmusingBook your next vacation with Mouse Fan Travel! They are experts in Disney, Universal AND Royal Caribbean and can

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70:20

I Went To Disney World TWICE in one WEEK!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/08/20

I went to Disney World TWICE last week and I can't wait to tell you about it!!! Also I know you know the from the title of the episode but I saw Carly Rae Jepsen perform EMOTION tonight and had the time of my life and have no brain cells left to make any words sound good!!!!Support our silly little podcast by booking your next Disney trip with Mouse Fan Travel! They will book your entire trip and answer any Disney questions for free! (We thank you in advance!) www.mousefantravel.com/amusingSpend

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43:26

The BEST Things To Do At Disney WITHOUT Planning!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/08/13

Lighting Lane this, Lightning Lane that — yeah, doing a ton of thrill rides in a day is fun, but your daily vacation itinerary looking like your high school AP class schedule...just isn't. I visit Disney World and Disneyland without solid plans ALL THE TIME, and lemme tell you — it's *AMAZING*.So this week, we're talking about my FAVORITE things to do at Disneyland and Disney World without any plans. If you find yourself missing "the old Disney" or just craving an easier Disney

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60:50

A Churros Hotline Episode!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/08/06

We have been STOCKED with calls and are finally opening the faucet (is that the phrase? releasing the tap? you know what I'm saying I dunno it's early) and playing 'em for ya!!!!Stay tuned for calls about:Nabbing the recipe for a special Disney Cruise Line meal served at Castaway Cay and Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point!My hit list for what to see at Disneyland Paris if you only have one day!Why my Disney World hotel ranking were wrong!!!! (I welcome the criticism it was actually really

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62:58

Disney Adults with AJ Wolfe (Disney Food Blog)!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/07/30

THE VOICE OF DISNEY FOOD BLOG (literally and figuratively) is on Very Amusing this week and we ARE THRILLED!! Yes, the foremost expert in all things Disney food is on hand to discuss all things Disney Adults — the stigma! the souvenir collections! the special bonds we share! — along with plenty about Disney Parks and beyonddddd. To call AJ Wolfe a friend is an HONOR, and to bring y'all along with us on this hour-long hang is a dream and a gift and a JOY! Enjoy!!!Relevant Links…Buy AJ's book,

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60:00

Every Walt Disney World Hotel, Ranked!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/07/23

I woke up today and chose chaos!!!!! But really, this ranking of every Disney World hotel has it all — unexpected surprises, hot takes that will absolutely blow up the churros hotline, and some unexpected shade AND PRAISE you will absolutely not see coming for some of Disney's most popular resort hotels!!!(Oh! And it also has me publicly outing myself as not having stayed at All Star Sports, Movies or Music in a long time, because I mention one being the "first stop" on the bus loop

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57:51

Your Disney Cruise Line Questions, Answered!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/07/16

If you’ve ever been curious about Disney Cruise Line…this one will answer all of your questions, while helping you determine which cruise is right for you!Confused on which ship is right for you? If the newer ones are better than the old ones? Or even how to make any major DCL decision because there are so many options?! Well, THIS is the episode for you!Everyone’s talking about Disney Cruise Line these days, and with good reason. Disney basically doubled their fleet *twice* (huge!!), but really,

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60:07

Gab Sesh: Group Trip, Tom Sawyer Island and A Perfect...

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/07/09

We're chit-chatting this week about a BUNCH (life! theme parks! travel!) of stuff and it's so nice to digitally plop down on the couch with y'all and catch up about SO MANY THINGS!In this episode, we discuss why the closure of Tom Sawyer Island hits so hard (even though it was admittedly never our favorite attraction), chat about the year being half over (!) and what I'm offering as a solution to the chaos that brings, a perfect day I had at Disneyland last week, and even give you a

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69:01

Hidden Mickey: Ashley Eckstein!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/07/02

IT’S FINALLY HERE…Ashley Eckstein on Very Amusing!!! Our beloved actress, performer, clothing designer, entrepreneur, professional encourager, and businesswoman is HERE to talk about all things theme parks!!!!!We’re discussing about everything from learning math through turkey leg margins to a secret theme park lounge I didn’t know about to the UNBELIEVABLE Star Wars moment Ashley witnessed (history in the making!) She even changes my mind about a Disney World restaurant I have been vocal about

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86:39

What A Disney Cruise To Alaska Is REALLY Like!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/06/25

Disney Cruise Line's Alaska itineraries are heating up — they're sending TWO Disney cruise ships to Alaska in 2026! — so if you're thinking about sailing to Alaska, whether or not it's with Disney, we're talking about ALL of it.I sailed from Vancouver all through Alaska this month and I cannot WAIT to tell you all about my bucket list Disney trip! Tune in for my honest review about our 7-night Disney Cruise sailing, what I thought of all the port adventures and excursions I did

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12:45

Just A Little Hello (A No New Episode Minisode)

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/06/18

We will be back in full next week with our Disney Cruise Line Alaska Sailing recap!!!!! Until then, Hi!!!!!Our Sponsors:* EveryPlate! Use code AMUSING199 for a great deal at: https://everyplate.com* Quince! Get free shipping and 365 day returns on such good stuff (like my bike shorts!!!) at: quince.com/amusing Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/very-amusing-with-carlye-wisel/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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53:37

RIP MUPPETVISION 3D (with Andrew Barth Feldman!)

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/06/11

ANDREW BARTH FELDMAN (No Hard Feelings, Dear Evan Hansen, multiple appearances on this glorious theme park podcast) RETURNS to Very Amusing to give a proper goodbye to our beloved Disney World Muppets attraction!!!!(It's a sad time but if anyone can help us cope, it's ABF!!!!!)Hear all about the creative process behind "Thank You Muppet*Vision 3D" — the greatest song ever written — as well as our thoughts on the future of the Muppets at Disney World, and what we hope for when Rock

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81:15

It's A TEAM COCO Crossover Special!!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2025/06/04

Did you know the cool kids who work over at Team Coco are as obsessed with Disney Parks as we are?! Neither did I, until one by one the staffers at Conan O'Brien's podcast company revealed themselves to be MAJOR theme park fanatics (and Very Amusing listeners?!?!) So naturally...we had to get these PROFESSIONAL podcasters and comedians on the mic to talk about all things Disneyland, Indiana Jones, Muppets, Star Wars, and beyond!Come for the chaos and a moment I will never truly be able to

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