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825 · The Top Ten Things We Love About the Japan Pavilion in EPCOT - From the Archives Konnichiwa, my friend! As this episode is released, I’m on my way to Tokyo to host a panel at Star Wars Celebration about Living Your Star Wars Story in the Disney Parks! So, in the spirit of sushi, samurai, sake, and Star Wars, we're reaching back into the WDW Radio archives for a listener favorite: The Top Ten Things We Love About the Japan Pavilion in EPCOT. No, not the country (although I am heading back soon for our WDW Radio Adventures by Disney trip to Japan!) - but the incredible World Showcase pavilion that captures Japan’s beauty, culture, cuisine, and yes... the gift shops. Originally recorded in 2016 (how was that 9 years ago?!), this episode is a nostalgic journey through one of EPCOT’s most beloved pavilions. From the serene gardens to Mitsukoshi’s Pokémon overload, it’s a celebration of all things Japan... but in the Walt Disney World park. And be sure to follow me on Instagram @LouMongello for content from Star Wars Celebration, Tokyo Disneyland, and DisneySea all week long. Yes... it’s for research. 😉. 🙋🏻‍♀️ What’s YOUR favorite part of the Japan pavilion… and why? 📣 Comment in the WDW Radio Clubhouse or 📞 Call the Voicemail: 407-900-9391 (WDW1) 📬 Subscribe for updates + get my FREE Disney book! 🔗 Connect: Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedIn 🌐 Explore more: 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Blog & Archives 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Support & Rewards 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE 📅 Events - Events, cruises, and more! 🌟 LouMongello.com Creator or solopreneur? Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum events in Walt Disney World. I am also a keynote speaker who shares how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership. 🙏 THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, and for the opportunity to be inducted into the ⭐️ Podcast Hall of Fame! Please tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show... and as always... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!

824 · My 5 Favorite Outdoor Queues in Walt Disney World (That Are Worth the Wait) This week, we’re stepping into the sunshine - and into the story - as I share my 5 favorite outdoor queues in Walt Disney World. These aren’t just lines… they’re immersive experiences filled with storytelling, hidden details, and atmosphere that make the wait part of the magic. Whether you’ve walked them a hundred times or never taken a closer look, this episode will help you see (and hear) them in a whole new way. 🙋🏻‍♀️ What’s YOUR favorite outdoor queue in Walt Disney World… and why? 📣 Comment in the WDW Radio Clubhouse 📞 Call the Voicemail: 407-900-9391 (WDW1) ❓ Answer this week's trivia question for a chance to WIN a Disney prize package! 📬 Subscribe for updates + get my FREE Disney book! 🔗 Connect: Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedIn 🌐 Explore more: 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Blog & Archives 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Support & Rewards 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE 📅 Events - Events, cruises, and more!   🌟 LouMongello.com  Creator or solopreneur? Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum events in Walt Disney World. I am also a keynote speaker who shares how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership.   🙏 THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, and for the opportunity to be inducted into the ⭐️ Podcast Hall of Fame!   Please tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show... and as always... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!

823 · The Savory 16: A Bracket-Style Showdown for the 2025 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival This week, we’re doing something fun, fresh… and flavorful, as we taste and debate 16 of the newest savory dishes from this year’s EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival. It’s a bracket-style showdown we’re calling: The Savory 16! We taste-tested everything, made our notes, and brought our appetites and opinions as we decided what moved on, what got eliminated, and which dish deserves the crown as this year’s Flavor of the Festival. And there were surprises, upsets, blowouts, and buzzer beaters. 🙋🏻‍♀️ What is your favorite item at this year's Festival... or the one you want to try most after listening this week? Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) with a question, comment or hello from the parks! ❓ Answer this week's trivia question for a chance to WIN a Disney prize package! 📧 Subscribe to our free newsletter and get a FREE copy of my 102 Things To Do at Least Once in Walt Disney World book at WDWRadio.com/Subscribe 👍🏻 Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and WDW Radio on YouTube 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET 📅 Events - Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! 🌟 LouMongello.com - Are you a creator or solopreneur? Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum events in Walt Disney World. 🎤 I am also a keynote speaker who can help you build your business brand, including how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership.   THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, for your support in affording me the opportunity to be indcuted into the ⭐️ Podcast Hall of Fame, and, of course, for listening! Please be sure to tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show! But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!   

822 · Top Ten Details and Tributes Hiding in Plain Sight at Walt Disney World What makes Walt Disney World truly special isn’t just the attractions or even the food - it’s the details. The ones that tell stories, spark smiles, and honor the people and moments that built the magic. This week, we count down our Top Ten Details and Tributes in Walt Disney World Hiding in Plain Sight - little nods, Easter eggs, and meaningful touches that make the parks unlike anywhere else. 🙋🏻‍♀️ What do you think about the addition of Disney and Marvel characters to it's a small world?  Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) with a question, comment or hello from the parks! ❓ Answer this week's trivia question for a chance to WIN a Disney prize package! 📧 Subscribe to our free newsletter and get a FREE copy of my 102 Things To Do at Least Once in Walt Disney World book at WDWRadio.com/Subscribe 👍🏻 Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and WDW Radio on YouTube 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET 📅 Events - Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! 🌟 LouMongello.com - Are you a creator or solopreneur? Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum events in Walt Disney World. 🎤 I am also a keynote speaker who can help you build your business brand, including how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership.   THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, for your support in affording me the opportunity to be indcuted into the ⭐️ Podcast Hall of Fame, and, of course, for listening! Please be sure to tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show! But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!   

821 · The Cake Bake Shop: Tour, Tasting, & Talk with Owner Gwendolyn Rogers & Speical Guest Ashley Eckstein Join me for a deliciously special episode of WDW Radio as we explore Disney's most enchanting destination, The Cake Bake Shop on Disney's Boardwalk. I'm joined by founder Gwendolyn Rogers and Ashley Eckstein (the voice of Ahsoka Tano from Star Wars and the founder of Her Universe) for a sweet journey through this culinary and design masterpiece. We take you on an exclusive tour of the entire restaurant, bar, and bakery, and share hidden details (and a piece of Walt Disney World history) you might miss. Plus, we dive deep into Gwen's fascinating and inspiring entrepreneurial journey, hear heartwarming stories from Gwen and Ashley, and - of course - indulge in a LOT of incredible cake tasting. Don't listen hungry! 🙋🏻‍♀️ Have you ever been to The Cake Bake Shop? What did you think, or is it on your list on your next Walt Disney World vacation?  Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) with a question, comment or hello from the parks! ❓ Answer this week's trivia question for a chance to WIN a Disney prize package! 📧 Subscribe to our free newsletter and get a FREE copy of my 102 Things To Do at Least Once in Walt Disney World book at WDWRadio.com/Subscribe 👍🏻 Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and WDW Radio on YouTube 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET 📅 Events - Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! 🌟 LouMongello.com - Are you a creator or solopreneur? Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum events in Walt Disney World. 🎤 I am also a keynote speaker who can help you build your business brand, including how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership.   THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, for your support in affording me the opportunity to be indcuted into the ⭐️ Podcast Hall of Fame, and, of course, for listening! Please be sure to tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show! But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!   

820 · "In or Out?" Disney Parks, Movies, and Cruise Line Debates! Are you In or Out? This week, we’re diving into some of Disney’s most fun, fascinating, and sometimes even controversial topics - from the parks to the movies, Disney Cruise Line, and beyond! Join us as we talk about the Disney Treasure; IP in the parks; who can, will, or did save Marvel; the most exciting Walt Disney World attractions... and what Walt would think. 🙋🏻‍♀️ Do you agree with our takes? Do you think Walt Disney would be happy if he saw the parks today?  Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) with a question, comment or hello from the parks! ❓ Answer this week's trivia question for a chance to WIN a Disney prize package! 📧 Subscribe to our free newsletter and get a FREE copy of my 102 Things To Do at Least Once in Walt Disney World book at WDWRadio.com/Subscribe 👍🏻 Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and WDW Radio on YouTube 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET 📅 Events - Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! 🌟 LouMongello.com - Are you a creator or solopreneur? Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum events in Walt Disney World. 🎤 I am also a keynote speaker who can help you build your business brand, including how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership.   THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, for your support in affording me the opportunity to be indcuted into the ⭐️ Podcast Hall of Fame, and, of course, for listening! Please be sure to tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show! But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!   

819 · Designing Disney with Former Imagineer Jason Surrell Imagine starting as a Jungle Cruise skipper and ending up helping to shape some of Disney’s most legendary attractions! Join me as I sits down with former Disney Imagineer and master storyteller Jason Surrell, whose creative work spans Pirates of the Caribbean, The Haunted Mansion, Star Tours, New Fantasyland, and much, much more. Jason shares his origin story, behind-the-scenes insights, and the future of immersive Disney storytelling, plus lessons from Marty Sklar, Tony Baxter, and other Disney legends. If you love Disney history, Imagineering secrets, and hidden details, this episode on Designing Disney is hopefully the first in a series of episodes you won’t want to miss! 🙋🏻‍♀️ Which Disney attraction do you think has the best storytelling, and why Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) with a question, comment or hello from the parks! ❓ Answer this week's trivia question for a chance to WIN a Disney prize package! 📧 Subscribe to our free newsletter and get a FREE copy of my 102 Things To Do at Least Once in Walt Disney World book at WDWRadio.com/Subscribe 👍🏻 Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and WDW Radio on YouTube 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET 📅 Events - Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! 🌟 LouMongello.com - Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum Workshop and Retreat in Walt Disney World. I am also a keynote speaker who can help you build your business brand, including how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership.   THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, for your support in affording me the opportunity to be indcuted into the ⭐️ Podcast Hall of Fame, and, of course, for listening! Please be sure to tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show! But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!   

818 · Marvel at Disney: Bringing the Comic Universe to Life in the Parks and at Sea - Megacon Panel Join us this week for an in-depth exploration of Marvel's presence in Disney Parks worldwide. This week's episode was recorded LIVE at Megacon Orlando, as I hosted a panel which will take you on a journey through Disney's complex relationship with Marvel characters - from Universal Studios' Marvel Super Hero Island to Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure, Marvel Day at Sea on Disney Cruise Line, to Hong Kong Disneyland's Marvel attractions. We'll also answer audience questions and talk about the future possibilities of Marvel in Walt Disney World. Whether you're a Disney parks enthusiast or Marvel fan, this episode offers expert perspectives on how these beloved characters and stories come to life in theme parks around the globe. 🙋🏻‍♀️ What Marvel experience(s) would you like to see come to Walt Disney World? Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) with a question, comment or hello from the parks! ❓ Answer this week's trivia question for a chance to WIN a Disney prize package! 📧 Subscribe to our free newsletter and get a FREE copy of my 102 Things To Do at Least Once in Walt Disney World book at WDWRadio.com/Subscribe 👍🏻 Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and WDW Radio on YouTube 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET 📅 Events - Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! 🌟 LouMongello.com - Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum Workshop and Retreat in Walt Disney World. I also offer keynote speaking and consulting to help you build your business brand, including how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership.   THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, for your support in affording me the opportunity to be indcuted into the ⭐️ Podcast Hall of Fame, and, of course, for listening! Please be sure to tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show! But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!   

817 · Music of Disney's Animal Kingdom    Disney’s Animal Kingdom has a soundtrack unlike any other park - one that immerses us in nature, culture, and adventure. From the peaceful Oasis entrance music to the high-energy beats of Harambe, the ethereal sounds of Pandora, and even the kitschy rock vibes of DinoLand, USA, every note plays a role in the park’s storytelling. This week, I take you on an audio journey through the music of Disney's Animal Kingdom, exploring how its music enhances the experience, the live performances that bring it to life, and even a look ahead at what we might hear in the upcoming Tropical Americas expansion. 🙋🏻‍♀️ What is your favorite piece of music or area music in Disney's Animal Kingdom? Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) with a question, comment or hello from the parks! ❓ Answer this week's trivia question for a chance to WIN a Disney prize package! 📧 Subscribe to our free newsletter and get a FREE copy of my 102 Things To Do at Least Once in Walt Disney World book at WDWRadio.com/Subscribe 👍🏻 Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and WDW Radio on YouTube 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET 📅 Events - Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! 🌟 LouMongello.com - Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum Workshop and Retreat in Walt Disney World. I also offer keynote speaking and consulting to help you build your business brand, including how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership.   THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, for your support in affording me the opportunity to be indcuted into the ⭐️ Podcast Hall of Fame, and, of course, for listening! Please be sure to tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show! But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!   

816 · Debates, Dates, Romance, Resorts... and Carousel of Progress Change? Listener Email   Have you ever had a burning Disney question, a magical memory to share, or just needed advice on planning the perfect trip? This week, I open the overflowing mailbag of listener emails to dive into your questions about how to convince your family to visit Disney more often, which resort to pick and why, dining without the kids, the evolution of all of our Disney experiences, and an age-old debate about one of Walt Disney's most cherished attractions. Join the conversation, and you never know... your question might be next! 🙋🏻‍♀️ How has YOUR Walt Disney World experience changed or evolved? Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) with a question, comment or hello from the parks! ❓ Answer this week's trivia question for a chance to WIN a Disney prize package! 📧 Subscribe to our free newsletter and get a FREE copy of my 102 Things To Do at Least Once in Walt Disney World book at WDWRadio.com/Subscribe 👍🏻 Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and WDW Radio on YouTube 🌐 WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog 🎁 WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show 📺 WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET 📅 Events - Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! 🌟 LouMongello.com - Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum Workshop and Retreat in Walt Disney World. I also offer keynote speaking and consulting to help you build your business brand, including how to leverage lessons from Disney on customer service, experience, and leadership.  THANK YOU for listening and your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, and for listening! Please be sure to tune in next week, and help spread the word about the show! But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show!