Evan and Bryan continue their tour of the WDW parks, this time they explore Disney's Animal Kingdom - Spending time to look at the evolution of the park and its goal to provide a unique experience with live animals integrated with shows and attractions. They discuss rides, planning, food, snacks, shopping, drinks and all the nuances of this amazing park that is not a zoo but not an amusement park, it is a one of a kind combination of experiences. AK has arguably 3 of the best attractions and som...
May 15, 2024•49 min
Evan and Bryan are continue their tour of the WDW parks, this time they explore Disney's Hollywood Studio - Spending time to look at the changes in the park and its goal to provide an identity that has changed through the years. They discuss rides, planning, food, snacks, shopping,drinks and all the nuances of this very misunderstood and exciting park. DHS has some of the best attractions and shows around and they will provide you some pointers on what to do when you visit. ---------------------...
May 08, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Evan and Bryan are joined by one of their favorite Spoonies - Donna Gleaton and they all discuss their favorite park - EPCOT THe discuss rides, planning, food, snacks, shopping,drinks and all the nuances of this very amazing and interesting park. There is nothing like EPCOT and they will give you some pointers on what to do when you visit. ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we chat about, provide a trip report ...
May 01, 2024•1 hr
Sometimes we need a refresher when we visit the parks, but other times we want to make sure folks know what to do when they visit, especially first timers. In this episode, Evan and Bryan provide a great review of visiting Magic Kingdom, what to expect and provide some tips to make your visit successful. Listen in to get some good tips and definitely a great overview of the wonderful Magic Kingdom park. ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss you...
Apr 24, 2024•53 min
Have you been wondering how to plan for and use Genie Plus? Evan and Bryan update their Genie + users guide and provide some valuable tips and hints. Is Genie + a necessity ? Is it worth the money? Is it needed in every park? When is the best time to use ? Listen in to get the answers from 2 folks who have used it successfully. ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we chat about, provide a trip report or even just...
Apr 17, 2024•49 min
Evan discusses his recent family trip to Coronado Springs and he and Bryan discuss the highlights and even end up talking about some DVC news. Listen in to here the events around his trip including food and some Disney "first times" when height restrictions are not a factor anymore. ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we chat about, provide a trip report or even just ask questions, please reach out to us on our ...
Apr 10, 2024•55 min
Join Evan and Bryan as they look through some Disney News for April of 2024!! Including : Some New Rides and attractions, some new food and a revamped resort. ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we chat about, provide a trip report or even just ask questions, please reach out to us on our Facebook page, Spoonie Nation, Instagram or Twitter all episodes, show notes, and everything about our podcast here...
Apr 02, 2024•45 min
Kristy Collins returns to provide some updates on Disneyland to Evan and Bryan. She actually visited the parks 6 times this past month and had a variety of experiences that help provide a different perspective of some of the offering at the Disneyland Resort. We always enjoy when Kristy visits the podcast. Join us in this great episode about the original Disney resort !!! ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we c...
Mar 27, 2024•1 hr 1 min
In a very special episode, Evan and Bryan are joined by Shane Perry, a member of Spoonie Nation who reached out and wanted to come on the podcast. Listen in to hear him provide the highlights of his recent trip, along with some other tidbits about his favorite Disney items. It was great to have him join and he does a wonderful job bantering with the hosts. ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we chat about, provi...
Mar 20, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Nobody likes to wait in a line, we all have to agree the queues at any Disney park can be very long. Evan and Bryan look into the different rides and which have lines that are worth waiting for. They also talk about their personal limits to waiting. This is a very fun episode as they look into the different scenarios of waiting and what they entail. Do you enjoy waiting in lines? ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the top...
Mar 13, 2024•1 hr 10 min
A Project Manager's Guide to Disney !!! In a very unique take on your trip planning, Evan and Bryan look at the different Risks that you could encounter on a trip. How do you prepare, what should you try to anticipate to ensure you have your best experience. We all know that we can't fix everything, but you can certainly mitigate the risk factors and we try to help you with that. Does this make sense? Did it help? Let us know how you feel! Join us for a very different view on planning !! -------...
Mar 06, 2024•1 hr 1 min
In a light-hearted episode Evan and Bryan look into the options for some new IPs for Disney. Check out some of their wacky ideas that come from a wide variety of angles. Some make sense, some do not ,but all of them will make you think about them in some way.. Will they work? Why or Why not? Let us know how you feel! Join us for a pretty amusing episode !! ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we chat about, provi...
Feb 28, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Evan and Bryan celebrate President's Day with a look at one of their favorite attractions - The Hall of Presidents !! The look at the history, some unique facts, some fun information and alot more than you realized. Check out our new take on the Hall of Presidents! Maybe you need to go? ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we chat about, provide a trip report or even just ask questions, please reach out to us on ...
Feb 21, 2024•42 min
Bryan shares his recent trip report with Evan, and is joined by Taylor Galloway for a review of their recent trip to WDW. Evan narrates them through a review of : Their Resort The Restaurants and Rides The Festival of the Arts and the Wild Africa Trek Please listen in for the full review - Note: this episode is a bit long but has alot of great information. ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we chat about, provi...
Feb 14, 2024•1 hr 35 min
It is always interesting to hear from a person going to WDW for the first time. In this episode Evan and Bryan are joined by Joel Phillips who recently went to WDW for the very first time without many expectations. Listen in to hear his perspective, he did not do any research and had no idea what he was going to experience. How was your first visit? Reach out and let us know, ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics ...
Feb 07, 2024•1 hr 13 min
There was a recent announcement that peaked our interest and we wanted to discuss this with our fans. Join us as Evan and Bryan discuss the recent Epic Universe announcement and our feeling as to how it may impact WDW Let us know your thoughts, we want to hear, and we'd love to have folks join us to discuss anything on this topic. ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we chat about, provide a trip report or even j...
Jan 31, 2024•50 min
What do you collect? DIsney fans are unique, they collect so many Disney items it is very difficult to list everything that people collect. It adds to the flavor of being a Disney fan and also brings folks together when they have a common collecting expoerience. Listen in as Evan and Bryan look at the different Disney collectables - who does it, what is popular and even look at some unique things that people collect. Are you into Disneyana? Let us know what you collect, we want to hear, and we'd...
Jan 24, 2024•55 min
Happy New year!! As we move into 2024 Evan and Bryan look into some of the New Years resolutions that Disney may look into to help spruce up sime things for 2024. Some are easy, a few may be difficult but they are great speaking points. WHat is y9our favorite EPCOT festival? - Evan and Bryan look at the upcoming Festival of the Arts ( FARTS?) looking at the different offerings and comparing it to other festivals. The 2024 festival is pretty unique and it will be a fun introspective into what exp...
Jan 17, 2024•41 min
Evan and Bryan are joined by their friends and previous guests Heather and Abe Arceo. They chat with us after going on their very first cruise and also pairing it with a trip to the parks during the busy season. They discuss the food, the rough weather and let us know if they like or don't like cruises. Tune in to see how their experience was. Do you want to go on a cruise? Let us know, many members of the Spoonie Nation can help with advice. -----------------------------------------------------...
Jan 10, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Happy New year!! As we move into 2024 Evan and Bryan look into some of the New Years resolutions that Disney may look into to help spruce up sime things for 2024. Some are easy, a few may be difficult but they are great speaking points. What are your New Years resolutions? What should Disney do in your opinion? ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we chat about, provide a trip report or even just ask questions, p...
Jan 03, 2024•1 hr
Do you ever get the Rainy Day Blues? Hopefully not at WDW because there are a lot of things to do . Join Evan and Bryan as they discuss some ways that you can still have a memorable experience at WDW. during the frequent downpours. What are some rainy day hints that you want to share? - please let us know, we want to hear them!!! ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we chat about, provide a trip report or even ju...
Dec 27, 2023•47 min
Evan and Bryan discuss some topics that many people are unaware of. The explore a series of "Did you know's..." Listen in and maybe you will learn something very unique that can add to your experience on your next trip. They may not be secrets but they are some very cool tid bits. What are some items that you want to share? - Do you know any secrets? please let us know, we want to hear them!!! ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or ...
Dec 20, 2023•44 min
How do you plan your Disney trip? Are their any changes to the way you need to plan? What should you consider? Do you use a spreadsheet? Evan and Bryan use some of their experience to help provide some insight into the changes you need to be aware of when you do your planning. They provide some interesting recommendations. Do you agree with their suggestions ? How do you plan for your trips? please let us know !! ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and d...
Dec 13, 2023•59 min
Who does the Holidays better than the Disney Parks? Evan and Bryan chat about one of their favorite topics experiencing the holidays at WDW !! They look at some new offerings and also talk about some of the MUST DOs during the Holidays! Do you agree with their suggestions ? How do you celebrate? please let us know !! ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we chat about, provide a trip report or even just ask questi...
Dec 06, 2023•47 min
Do you ever get asked what are the top 5 or 6 rides to make sure a person does not miss on a visit to WDW? What are the top 5 rides to make sure they experience? Evan and Bryan look at the current rides available at WDW and provide both their Top 5 based on popular opinion and also their personal favorites. Do you agree with our choices? Did we miss any? please let us know !! ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics ...
Nov 30, 2023•52 min
Everyone loves a good meal !! We certainly do ! Evan and Bryan do a revision on their top 5 Dinners and Breakfasts at WDW !! Everyone loves their food and WDW has some great restaurants to choose from. Which are your favorites? Do you agree with our choices? Did we miss any? please let us know !! ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we chat about, provide a trip report or even just ask questions, please reach out...
Nov 22, 2023•50 min
Loki Season 2!!! Evan and Bryan provide a full review of Loki Season 2 - Was it as good as season 1? The series just finished, but they could not wait to do a recap. They review the actors, the concept and storyline, plus they look at their issues with the series (if any) Did you like it or hate it? please let us know !! ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we chat about, provide a trip report or even just ask qu...
Nov 15, 2023•52 min
Evan and Bryan are joined by returning guest Emilie Soriano. The discussion will revolve around the famous town of Celebration, Floria- Disney's model society - We have heard alot of rumors- are they true or false? Emilie joins us to add some needed clarity. Please let us know your thoughts on this episode and others ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we chat about, provide a trip report, or even just ask quest...
Nov 08, 2023•51 min
The Magic is Everywhere!! Evan and Bryan take a look at their own unique Disney experiences and rank their top 5 Magical moments - there are some great situations to discuss, definitely some tear jerking experiences, they could even be used for a Disney infomercial. What are your Magical Moments? We want to hear them, please let us know !! ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we chat about, provide a trip report ...
Nov 01, 2023•45 min
There are alot of changes going on at WDW, especially pricing and expectations. Evan and Bryan review the current state of the union for WDW and look deep into Hollywood Studios - Are we getting value? This is a very deep discussion but hopefully it gets you to think about the reasons for proce increase and the value you expect for your hard earned dollars. We are very interested in what you think, please let us know !! ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join u...
Oct 24, 2023•1 hr 1 min
