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Disney Dads Podcast

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The Disney Dads Podcast is an unofficial Disney Podcast filled with fun, family friendly content weekly. Disney News to the Disney Parks, Cruise Line to Disneyland, everything is on the table with this family friendly show. Join the DDP Today family for a positive look at everything Disney.
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Episodes

Episode 31: Setting Sail on a Disney Cruise

We are sailing, sailing away, on a fantastic Disney Cruise. This week, we board a Disney cruise ship to answer some of the questions a first time cruiser may have. From the time you book, until the time you disembark, we dive into all things Disney Cruise Line. So grab your navigator, and join us for this week’s episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.

May 09, 20181 hr 18 minEp. 31

Season 1 - The Disney 8: Hazel George

This week, we celebrate the life of Hazel George. A woman who was not only a nurse to Walt Disney, but a confidant, a motivator, and mostly a friend for life. She motivated Walt to chase his dreams, and in return he did the same for her. We hope you enjoy this celebration of the life of Hazel George, on this week’s episode of the Disney 8. Marnie Burress our living Disney 8

May 07, 201825 min

Episode 30. Disney Dads In Depth: Space Mountain

This week we take on one of the iconic mountains of the Disney, Space Mountain. We tell personal stories, and look at the history of this amazing attraction, that takes us on a galactic adventure through the cosmos. So put on your space suits, buckle in, and blast off with us on this week's episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.

May 02, 201850 minEp. 30

Episode 29. How To Save Money At Disney

As we all know, a Disney trip can be a little hard on the wallet from time to time. This week, we look at some of the fantastic ways you can save money while on Vacation at Walt Disney World. From souvenirs, to dining, we explore the simple way you can lower your budget, while raising the quality of your vacation. So grab a pad of paper, and get ready to write down these money savings tips, on this week’s episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.

Apr 25, 20181 hr 2 minEp. 29

Season 1 - The Disney 8: Alice Davis

This week, we are honored to shine a spotlight on a true Disney legend. A woman who dreamed big her entire life, and made all of her dreams come true through hard work.

Apr 23, 201832 min

Episode 28. Crystal Palace

Come with us on a journey to celebrate the Friendship Day Celebration at The Crystal Palace. We review this buffet, that not only serves up food, but fantastic character interaction. We also take time to talk about the new, live action, Christopher Robin movie that will release later this year. We hope you have a Tiggerific day, and enjoy this week’s episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.

Apr 18, 201842 minEp. 28

Season 1 - The Disney 8: P.L. Travers

On this episode of The Disney 8, we celebrate the life of P.L. Travers. A woman whose large imagination would create a character, that would go on to change the Disney company forever. It was the challenges she faced that inspired the creation of her beloved, Mary Poppins.

Apr 16, 201831 min

Episode 27. Top Activities Outside The Disney Parks

This week, we get together to talk about some of our favorite activities to do outside of the Disney Parks. Sometimes, the most magical memory you can make does not take place on Main Street. So come on this adventure with us, as we venture around Disney property, on this week’s episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.

Apr 11, 201851 minEp. 27

Season 1 - The Disney 8: Thelma Howard

On this episode of The Disney 8, we celebrate the life of Thelma Howard. A woman surrounded by tragedy, who found happiness by becoming a part of the Disney family. A woman who even in death, changed the world for better.

Apr 09, 201832 min

Episode 26. Getting Non-Disney People to Go To Disney

We all know that certain someone who doesn’t love the mouse, and has no desire to go to the parks. In our heads, we can’t understand this, but we look at all the ways we can convince these people to love the parks. So join us this week, as we try and bring those people over from the dark side, on this week’s episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.

Apr 04, 201853 minEp. 26

Episode 25. Disney Dads Family Reunion

To celebrate our 25th episode, we have on two very special guests, to talk about the Disney College Program. Rachel Spear and Charmaine Faylor, give us some behind the scenes details on the College Program. We also talk about a mother’s perspective on taking kids to the parks. We hope you enjoy this week’s episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.

Mar 28, 201858 minEp. 25

Episode 24. Welcome to the United Kingdom

This week we find ourselves celebrating the culture of the United Kingdom. However, instead of boarding a plane and flying across the Atlantic, we find ourselves in Epcot spending time with Mary Poppins. So sit down, enjoy your tea and biscuits, and join us for this week’s episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.

Mar 21, 201852 minEp. 24

Episode 23. D23 March Madness Music Bracket

It’s that time of year to fill out your bracket, and pick your winners. We aren’t talking about basketball though. We are taking on the D23 March Hare Bracket. We pick our winners, as we look at all the great music we have enjoyed from Disney movies through the years. Pick your winner, and cheer hard for your pick, as you join us on this week’s episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.

Mar 14, 20181 hr 3 minEp. 23

Season 1 - Walking With Walt: A Boy Becomes A Man

On this episode, we follow Walt as he journeys from Chicago to France, to join the fight in World War 1. It is during this time, Walt finds his strength to chase his passions, and the courage to follow his dreams. So join us this week as we go Walking With Walt.

Mar 12, 201812 min

Episode 22. Exploring Harambe Wildlife Reserve

Take a journey with Mike, Justin and Jason as we explore the wild side of East Africa and take a tour of the beloved attraction on the Harambe Wildlife Reserve in Disney's Animal Kingdom. We even add some on the spot insightful upgrades to the ride our way. So come take a journey with The Disney Dads as we fight off the monkeys from stealing our lunch. Yes, monkeys!

Mar 07, 20181 hr 8 minEp. 22

Season 1 - Walking With Walt: An American Patriot

On this episode, we look back on Walt’s love for his Country, and how he expressed his patriotism throughout his life. From movies, to the parks, everything Walt touched showed his love of America. So wave your American Flag, and join us this week as we go, Walking With Walt.

Mar 05, 201817 min

Episode 21. Disney Dads In Depth: Pirates of the Caribbean

Yo ho yo ho, A Pirate's Life For Me! This week we are pillaging the seven seas, as we set sail on The Pirates of the Caribbean. From the history, to the current changes taking place, we explore this iconic attraction, and the impact it has had on the Disney parks. Dress in your finest pirate outfit, fill your chalice with rum, and join us, on this week's episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.

Mar 01, 201853 minEp. 21

Season 1 - Walking With Walt: A Disney Love Story

On this episode, we look at Walt’s better half, his wife Lillian. We explore the story of how their love came to be and how it influenced Walt throughout their lives together. So grab those you love, and enjoy this week’s episode of Walking With Walt.

Feb 26, 201814 min

Episode 20. Staying at Disney Moderate Resorts

This week, we are joined by Jamie Viggiano from Away With Me Travel, to discuss the Disney moderate resorts. From the positives, to the negatives, we explore everything these resorts offer guests as they plan their Disney vacations. We talk Disney Springs and Mike gives us the low down on his incredible trip. Festival of the Lion King may have been seen. Did I mention a little more arts festival talk? Grab your chair by the quiet pool, plan that dinner at Boatwrights, and join us on this episode...

Feb 21, 201857 minEp. 20

Season 1 - Walking With Walt: A Boy and His Paper Route

This week, we journey to 1911 to find a young Walt Disney delivering newspapers in Kansas City, MO. How did this simple job shape the man that would later change the world forever? So join me, as we explore the story of Walt’s paper route, on this week’s episode of Walking With Walt.

Feb 19, 201814 min

Episode 19. Disney Love Stories

On this episode, love is in the air, as we discuss some of the greatest love stories from Disney Cinema history. We find our romantic side, and celebrate Valentine's day with love stories from Up, Lady and the Tramp, and many more. So grab those you love, curl up under a nice warm blanket, and join us on this episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.

Feb 13, 201852 minEp. 19

Season 1 - Walking With Walt: Who Was Elias Disney?

On this week’s episode of Walking With Walt, we pay tribute to the original Disney Dad, Elias Disney. The patriarch of the Disney family, he fought adversity to provide a life for the family he loved. Elias Disney was the figure who molded Walt into the man we love today. So join me, as we take a look into the life of Elias Disney, and go, Walking With Walt.

Feb 12, 201815 min

Episode 18. 2018 Arts Festival at Epcot

This week, we show our artistic side, as we explore the 2018 Arts Festival at Epcot. From the food, to the exhibits, we go into detail on all of the experiences the festival is offering guests this year. So come join us, as we eat and paint our way around World Showcase, on this week's episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.

Feb 07, 201859 minEp. 18

Season 1 - Walking With Walt: Disney’s Magical Childhood

This week we find ourselves in the early 1900’s, in Marceline MO. The hometown of Walt Disney, inspired the man in more ways than any of us will know. So join us this week as we journey to Marceline, and go, Walking With Walt.

Feb 05, 201812 min

Episode 17. The Disney Dads Run Disney

We are joined this week by a fantastic guest, who takes from start to finish on a Run Disney race. Joe Quattrocchi, from Resort Loops and The Mickey Dudes Podcast, answers all our questions about Run Disney. From training, to registration, and all the way through the conclusion of race weekend, Joe has all of us ready to laces up the running shoes. So grab some water and join us on this journey, as we get ready to, Run Disney.

Jan 31, 201854 minEp. 17

Season 1 - Walking With Walt: Laugh-O-Gram Studios

It’s May 23rd, 1922, and Walt Disney has just incorporated the Laugh-O-Gram studios. This would be both Walt’s biggest achievement, and his biggest failure, up to date. Join me this week, as we take a Walk With Walt, into the history of Laugh-O-Gram Studios.

Jan 28, 201818 min

Episode 16. Ratatouille, The Future of Epcot

This week, we sit down to discuss what the upcoming attraction of Ratatouille will look like in Epcot’s World Showcase. We also challenge each other to place the perfect attraction in different countries around World Showcase. So take a leisurely stroll with us around the promenade, as we glance into the future, and talk not our favorite mouse, but our favorite rat, Ratatouille.

Jan 25, 201842 minEp. 16

Season 1 - Walking With Walt: The Birth of a Mouse

In February 1928, Walt Disney was faced with his biggest hurdle to date. On a trip to New York, Walt finds out everything he has created up to date has been stolen from him. Walt must create something new out of necessity, and out of necessity, he would end up changing the world.

Jan 21, 201814 min

Episode 15. Battle of the Attractions: Magic Kingdom

This week, Jason and Justin fight it out to see what is the best attraction in the Magic Kingdom. A blind draw of attractions, leads to a funny turn of events the guys didn’t see coming. Space Mountain, Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion, the list goes on. What will be the best attraction at Magic Kingdom? Find out on this week’s episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.

Jan 17, 20181 hr 2 minEp. 15

Episode 14. A Walk Through Liberty Square

This week we are joined by our good friend Kevin Kessler, from 2 Men and the Mouse. Kevin takes us on a journey through Liberty Square. From architecture to attractions, the Disney Dads go in depth on all the details you may not know about this amazing land in the Magic Kingdom. So grab a turkey leg, find a nice bench to relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.

Jan 11, 20181 hr 1 minEp. 14
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