We are excited to have a special co-host today, Listener Tricia from Wisconsin joining Mike to discuss those "small moments" during our Disney trips that make them truly special! From times with our loved ones over a donut in Tomorrowland to an unexpected character interaction to just enjoying a favorite treat in a quiet spot in a busy park, we discuss how these moments can make your next trip even better! Got a special "small moment" from a recent trip? Please share your thoughts over on the Di...
Dec 06, 2024•48 min•Ep. 2603
This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, December 1, 2024! Tonight, Mike was flying solo in the Studio, but it was alright as we had lots of great calls and fun Disney conversation! Listener Brandon called in from Jambo House at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge to give us thoughts on this current Disney vacation, especially thoughts on how "cozy" the Lodge itself has been this week! We get a call from Listener Kurt with questions about logistics for Princess Half-Marathon Weekend!...
Dec 05, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 2602
Mike is flying solo for today's show as Rikki, Scott, and Pam were all unavailable at the time of recording, but no problem at all! We got some great questions from that chat and even opened up the phone lines for a great trip report from a caller in South Carolina! We discussed not-to-miss attractions for a Disneyland vet visiting Walt Disney World for the first time in over 20 years, where we would put a new Skyliner station, Epcot park availability on New Years Eve, and lots more! Please come...
Dec 04, 2024•46 min•Ep. 2601
Today we are headed down to Atlanta, Georgia to speak with Listener John about his awesome weekend escape to Walt Disney World with his wife (to celebrate "babymoon #2!) and some friends along the way! Day #1 was all about resort hopping and we hear about a Trader Sam's visit, riding the monorail and Skyliner, and more, and then Day #2 was a 4 Parks/1 Day Marathon with many, many fun stories! John was a great storyteller and I know you are going to love today's virtual WDW trip! We hope you can ...
Dec 02, 2024•58 min•Ep. 2600
Today, Mike, Scott, and Rikki get you set for Black Friday with a show all about shopping! We discuss our favorite spots to hit when it comes to both picking up merchandise and just enjoy the theme of a nice store on our Walt Disney World vacations! We hit the theme park stores as well as some gems in the resorts too! Did your favorite make it? If not, let us know! Please share your thoughts over on the Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse. We hope you enjoy today’s podcast! Pl...
Nov 29, 2024•42 min•Ep. 2599
This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, November 24, 2024! Tonight, Mike and Scott are back together and we had a blast taking your calls for the hour! The password to tonight's show was the best food item that will be on your table come Thursday at Thanksgiving! We got some awesome ideas! Then, the phone lines lit up as we had a discussion with MuppetVision 3D's announcement of closure and the Monsters, Inc. universe moving in at Disney's Hollywood Studios! We also talked abo...
Nov 28, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 2598
Mike, Scott, and Rikki are here today answering your awesome Listener Questions! Today, we discuss tips for traveling with toddlers, but also letting the adults have some fun during the trip as well! Also, we give some thoughts on a splurge for our listener who is overcoming cancer and wants to celebrate this incredible milestone! (We are SO PROUD OF YOU!) We also give ideas for ADRs for large groups, activities around Port Canaveral, and much more! Please come join the BOGP Clubhouse on our Dis...
Nov 27, 2024•48 min•Ep. 2597
Today we are joined by travel journalist Lyn Mettler who has contributed to outlets like USA Today and US News & World Report about flying on Southwest Airlines to the Disney Destinations using points, Companion Passes, and more to maximize your vacation dollar! We discuss her background and love of the Disney destinations, dive into the "nuts & bolts" as to how to really get started to saving big money on your flights, and talk major changes coming to Southwest in the next couple of yea...
Nov 25, 2024•45 min•Ep. 2596
Today, Mike, Pam, and Scott are getting your ready for those colder months back north where one of the best aspects of a Disney vacation is enjoying a good meal outside in the beautiful Florida or California weather! We go around and give our best spots to grab both counter and table-service meals in the parks and resorts at Walt Disney World and Disneyland during today's show! Did you favorite make it? If not, let us know! Please share your thoughts over on the Discord channel at www.beourguest...
Nov 22, 2024•46 min•Ep. 2595
This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, November 17, 2024! Tonight, Mike and Scott are back together and we had a blast taking your calls for the hour! The password to tonight's show was again your favorite side with the Thanksgiving meal and we got some great ideas! We discussed thoughts on the re-launched Reflections Resort coming to Disney's Fort Wilderness area soon with Mohawk from Scotland, also had a great conversation with Paul from Lake St. Louis about how he plans to...
Nov 21, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 2594
Mike and Pam are here to get you through this Wednesday with some awesome Listener Questions today! First, Pam and Mike share some things they are excited about when it comes to the new Disney Treasure, which Pam will get to tour this week in New York City! We also get some feedback on last week's "One's Gotta Go" collection from Mark in the UK! We also discuss the Wild Africa Trek, upgrading Magic Your Way tickets to Annual Passes, a great idea for a "monorail cookie stroll" as a family for a n...
Nov 20, 2024•48 min•Ep. 2593
We are excited to have Listener Matt from New Jersey back on the show today to talk about his "Solo Trip" that wasn't really solo for much of the time! Hear about his stays at The B, Disney's All-Star Movies, and Boardwalk Villas, visiting all 4 theme parks, and experiencing Guardians, Remy, Rise, and Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway for the first time! We also talk about some great snacks and drinks along the way too! If you need a quick virtual vacation to Walt Disney World, today's show ...
Nov 18, 2024•52 min•Ep. 2592
Today, Mike, Pam, and Rikki are back together playing a fun game of "One's Gotta Go" to get our thoughts on how we feel about current offerings at Walt Disney World! We put three "experiences" together and have to cut one from the group! From new snacks, hard-ticket events, resorts, attractions and more, which tough choices would you make? Which of the hosts do you tend to agree with most? Please share your thoughts over on the Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse. We hope you ...
Nov 15, 2024•48 min•Ep. 2591
This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, November 10, 2024! Tonight, Mike and Scott are back together and we had a blast taking your calls for the hour! The password to tonight's show was your favorite savory Thanksgiving side! What are you bringing to the table? Scott brought a great topic of information to the show tonight, in that he complied a list of EVERY trip he has ever taken to a Disney destination, complete with resorts, dates, room views, etc. in a spreadsheet! We di...
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 2590
Mike, Pam and Rikki are here today with some great Listener Questions! Today, we discuss combining at Walt Disney World stay with hitting Epic Universe next summer! We also help a listener from Tennessee who will be in Central Florida but won't have park tickets to get his Disney fix one morning for a few hours! Also, we discuss out thoughts on what we saw at both Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and Jollywood Nights this past weekend and we have lots of hot takes on popcorn buckets! This and...
Nov 13, 2024•43 min•Ep. 2589
Today we are excited to have friend of the show Jenna from Washington joining us again to share an inspirational story of her accomplishment at the Walt Disney World Marathon 2024! Hear about how an injury didn't keep her from getting to the start line and battling through a tough course to prove that we can all achieve more than we even thought possible! I promise you will be inspired! Plus, we discuss her recent trip to Disneyland for the Halloween fun, including Oogie Boogie Bash, thoughts on...
Nov 11, 2024•58 min•Ep. 2588
Today Mike, Pam and Scott are together to take a virtual vacation to the Disney Parks! On Sunday, we discussed how quickly Disney made the transition from Halloween to Christmas at Walt Disney World this year, so that got us thinking about our favorite transitions at the Disney Parks, places where you are transported to and from a different time and place in just a few steps! From lands to attractions to even restaurants, we give some great examples of transitions that we love, and sounds play a...
Nov 08, 2024•52 min•Ep. 2587
This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, November 3, 2024! Tonight, Mike and Scott are back together and we had a blast taking your calls for the hour! The password to tonight's show was the best Halloween costume you saw come by your house on Halloween night! We had lots of great Disney representation! We discussed the quick transformation of Walt Disney World from Halloween to Christmas this year, gave some advice to a caller from Springfield, Illinois about visiting the reso...
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 2586
Mike and Pam are here today answering your fun Listener Questions! Today, we start off with a question about sailing Disney Cruise Line as just a couple and how to make this the best experience it can be! We have a lot of thoughts on this! Then, we talk about the medical facilities on the DCL ships as well! We also have a question about the menus currently at California Grill, if "High Tea" is back at the Grand Floridian and where it might be coming around Walt Disney World, dining options at En...
Nov 06, 2024•45 min•Ep. 2585
We are so excited to have our friend Jen from Maryland back on the show today to talk about her awesome trip to Disneyland from this past summer celebrating their 40th Wedding Anniversary, as well as her husband Len's retirement! Congratulations! We discuss their first-experience together to Disneyland, the planning vs. their Walt Disney World trips, thoughts on the Duo Studio, dining at places like Blue Bayou and Storytellers Cafe, visiting Walt's Apartment and the Steam Trains Tour, and of cou...
Nov 04, 2024•56 min•Ep. 2584
Today Mike, Pam and Rikki dedicate our show to the BOGP Lizards who are kicking off the runDisney season at the Wine & Dine Half-Marathon Weekend at Walt Disney World today! Have fun and enjoy every mile! Today's show was inspired by Lizard Jodi and her crew who are attending Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party on Halloween Night and pulling an "all-nighter" and going directly to the 5K race after! That got us sharing stories of crazy things we have done at Walt Disney World that had us at...
Nov 01, 2024•53 min•Ep. 2583
This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, October 27, 2024! Tonight, Mike and Scott are back together and we had a blast taking your calls for the hour! The password to tonight's show was the craziest Halloween candy you got as a kid or the best Halloween costume you wore for Trick or Treating! Our friend Wade called in live from outside Mama Melrose at Disney's Hollywood Studios to give us an amazing review of his meal at the Cake Bake Shop just last night to lead off the show!...
Oct 31, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 2582
Mike and Pam are here today answering your fun Listener Questions! Today, we get a question about parking at the theme parks if you are a resort guest (and Mike is SHOCKED that parking is now $36/day for non-resort guests!). We also discuss if a guest should stick with their Pop/Coronado Springs split-stay or just stay at Coronado Springs for the entire 7 night vacation, give thoughts on the best non-theme park dining location for a "holiday" feel, and much more! Please come join the BOGP Clubho...
Oct 30, 2024•48 min•Ep. 2581
We had to call an audible today as we had some connection issues with our scheduled guest, so we went live and took calls from our audience for the hour! We discussed some of the "spookiest" restaurants around Walt Disney World (and why) with Halloween this week, had a deep discussion about why the Lightning Lane Premier Pass has its place in the ticketing hierarchy, and also discussed thoughts on how sports and causal dining can bring people together and Disney might be missing the boat on this...
Oct 28, 2024•58 min•Ep. 2580
Today Mike, Pam and Rikki get the show topic from a suggestion from Listener Craig in Louisville to discuss our favorite places to escape the crowds in the four Walt Disney World theme parks during the busiest seasons of the year and what snacks we would enjoy during that time! Craig, here is your show! From sweet-cream cheese pretzels to ice-cream & more, what would you pick and where are your little "hideouts" in the parks? Please share your thoughts over on the Discord channel at www.beou...
Oct 25, 2024•40 min•Ep. 2579
This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, October 20, 2024! Tonight, Mike and Scott are back together and we had a blast taking your calls for the hour! The password to tonight's show was your favorite Halloween candy and we almost came to a consensus on the best choice! We discussed our thoughts on the newly-announced Lightning Lane Premier Pass coming to Walt Disney World and Disneyland this coming week with many of our callers, the value and pricing of certain dining experien...
Oct 24, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 2578
Mike, Pam, and Rikki are here today answering your awesome Listener Questions! Today, we start with a discussion about the advantages and disadvantages of when to upgrade a Magic Your Way ticket to an Annual Pass - at the beginning or end of a trip. We also discuss the upcoming Big Thunder Mountain refurbishment and if a guest should move their trip, with Marathon Weekend crowds in mind. Pam and Rikki also give their thoughts on the newly-announced Lightning Lane Premier Pass debuting at Walt Di...
Oct 23, 2024•47 min•Ep. 2577
We couldn't have a more current or topical show as today we speak with Listener Stephanie from Idaho about her Disneyland trip that she JUST returned from less than 24 hours ago (as of the time of recording). We discuss how her daughter had to escape Hurricane Milton at Walt Disney World (where she is a Cast Member) to join them, thoughts on the newly-announced Lightning Lane Premier Passes, and then talk about their weekend trip to the Disneyland Villas, experiencing the Oogie Boogie Bash with ...
Oct 21, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 2576
Mike, Scott, and Rikki are back today with a show suggestion from Listener Carl about which attractions (and other experiences) are better during different times of the day (and we added different times of the year as well!) Hear us discuss how certain attractions, Disney transportation systems, and even Disney restaurants absolutely do have a totally different feel depending on WHEN you experience them! Please share your thoughts over on the Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhous...
Oct 18, 2024•44 min•Ep. 2575
This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, October 13, 2024! Tonight, Mike and Scott are back together and did we have the calls tonight! It was wall-to-wall callers for the entire hour! We discussed a $10.00 PB&J at the Studios way back in 1990, that might have been the grandfather of what is coming to the Cake Bake Shop! Then, Alexis gives us a review of the Cake Bake Shop experience in Indianapolis, so that we can have some context as to what might be coming to the Boardwa...
Oct 17, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 2574
