WDW Radio: Your Guide to the Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise and More Disney Magic!
Lou Mongello - Disney Expert
WDW Radio is the award-winning Disney podcast that brings the magic of Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Marvel, and Star Wars to life. Since 2005, hosted by Lou Mongello – Disney expert, author, speaker, and Podcast Hall of Fame inductee – has been your trusted guide through the parks and beyond.
Each week, tune in for Disney news, vacation planning tips, interviews, trivia, deep dives into Disney history, attraction and dining reviews, hidden park secrets, and more. From first-timer visitors to lifelong fans, this family-friendly podcast shares the tips, stories, secrets, and insights to help you plan smarter, experience more, and feel the magic like never before.
Voted Best Travel Podcast 9 years in a row, WDW Radio also features a blog, videos, live shows, community meetups, group cruises, and special Disney fan events around the world.
WDW Radio has welcomed legendary guests including Julie Andrews, Tony Baxter, Marty Sklar, Alan Menken, Richard Sherman, Paige O’Hara, Jodi Benson, Kevin Feige, Ashley Eckstein, and countless Imagineers, Cast Members, actors, producers, and creators who bring Disney magic to life.
Explore Lou’s books (Walt Disney World Trivia, The Disney Interviews, 102 Ways to Save Money For and At Walt Disney World) and virtual Audio Tours at WDWRadio.com.
Lou is also the founder of the Dream Team Project, which has raised more than $550,000 to grant wishes for children to visit Walt Disney World through the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Start listening now to discover the stories, secrets, and magic that make the Disney Parks, Cruise Line, Marvel, and Star Wars truly unforgettable.
🎙️ Learn more at WDWRadio.com
✨ Lou Mongello is an acclaimed keynote speaker and founder of Momentum – a transformative platform of events, coaching, courses, content, and community. He provides creators and entrepreneurs with practical guidance and inspiration to help turn passion into profession, build an audience with purpose, and grow a meaningful, sustainable business.
As a speaker, Lou shares powerful business and leadership lessons from the Disney Parks and Walt Disney himself, helping organizations improve storytelling, customer experience, company culture, and innovation through unforgettable, actionable presentations.
🔗 Discover more at LouMongello.com
Each week, tune in for Disney news, vacation planning tips, interviews, trivia, deep dives into Disney history, attraction and dining reviews, hidden park secrets, and more. From first-timer visitors to lifelong fans, this family-friendly podcast shares the tips, stories, secrets, and insights to help you plan smarter, experience more, and feel the magic like never before.
Voted Best Travel Podcast 9 years in a row, WDW Radio also features a blog, videos, live shows, community meetups, group cruises, and special Disney fan events around the world.
WDW Radio has welcomed legendary guests including Julie Andrews, Tony Baxter, Marty Sklar, Alan Menken, Richard Sherman, Paige O’Hara, Jodi Benson, Kevin Feige, Ashley Eckstein, and countless Imagineers, Cast Members, actors, producers, and creators who bring Disney magic to life.
Explore Lou’s books (Walt Disney World Trivia, The Disney Interviews, 102 Ways to Save Money For and At Walt Disney World) and virtual Audio Tours at WDWRadio.com.
Lou is also the founder of the Dream Team Project, which has raised more than $550,000 to grant wishes for children to visit Walt Disney World through the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Start listening now to discover the stories, secrets, and magic that make the Disney Parks, Cruise Line, Marvel, and Star Wars truly unforgettable.
🎙️ Learn more at WDWRadio.com
✨ Lou Mongello is an acclaimed keynote speaker and founder of Momentum – a transformative platform of events, coaching, courses, content, and community. He provides creators and entrepreneurs with practical guidance and inspiration to help turn passion into profession, build an audience with purpose, and grow a meaningful, sustainable business.
As a speaker, Lou shares powerful business and leadership lessons from the Disney Parks and Walt Disney himself, helping organizations improve storytelling, customer experience, company culture, and innovation through unforgettable, actionable presentations.
🔗 Discover more at LouMongello.com
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Dec 23, 2014 • 1h 20min
WDW Radio # 388 - How to Prep and Plan for Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend - December 21, 2014
WDW Radio # 388 - How to Prep and Plan for Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend - December 21, 2014 Topic: Whether you run, walk, jog, wheel or cheer, the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend is an event like no other, and one that requires proper planning and preparation. This week, we share our tips, tricks and advice to help you know before you go to get the most out of the weekend and the entire marathon experience. We cover everything from what to bring, wear, and eat, to transportation, planning, the Health and Fitness Expo, park touring, cheering, running, and even celebrating after your race is over. PLUS details about how you can be part of the WDW Radio 8th Anniversary event in February, AND a surprise guest for the WDW Radio Cruise to Alaska in June! CONTEST: New Walt Disney World Trivia Contest UPDATES: Watch and chat during our LIVE WDW NewsCast Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET at http://WDWRadioLIVE.com. Upcoming WDW Radio Disney meets, On the Road events and more! Get dates and locations on our Events page http://WDWRadio.com/Events Save Money on your next Disney vacation with my new book 102 Ways to Save Money For And At Walt Disney World. Get it in print or take it with you anywhere with the digital copy, full of links to shows, videos, web sites and other resources. And get 40 FREE things to do, eat, collect and enjoy as well. Get your copy now at http://Disney102.com Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in next week! - Lou Mongello http://LouMongello.com ------------------------------------- Show Notes, Links and Comments: http://WDWRadio.com/podcasts Call the Voicemail with a question, comment or "Hello!" from the parks - 407-900-9391 THANK YOU for your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013! ------------------------------------- Visit http://WDWRadio.com for our Disney blog, videos, events and more! Twitter: http://Twitter.com/LouMongello Facebook: http://Facebook.com/WDWRadio YouTube: http://YouTube.com/WDWRadio Google+: http://LouMongello.com/gplus Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/LouMongello
Dec 9, 2014 • 1h 16min
WDW Radio # 387 - Top Ten Things You Must Do at Epcot (But May Never Have Done Before) - December 7, 2014
WDW Radio # 387 - Top Ten Things You Must Do at Epcot in Walt Disney World (But May Never Have Done Before) - December 7, 2014 TOPIC: Even though you may have visited Epcot in Walt Disney World more times than you can count, and think you have seen and done it all, chances are there are a few experiences, opportunities and things to see, do and eat that you may have missed. So this week, I recorded live from Epcot to bring you the Top Ten Things You Must Do at Epcot (But May Never Have Done Before) CONTEST: New Walt Disney World Trivia Contest UPDATES: Watch and chat during our LIVE WDW NewsCast Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET at http://WDWRadioLIVE.com. Upcoming WDW Radio Disney meets, On the Road events and more! Get dates and locations on our Events page http://WDWRadio.com/Events Save Money on your next Disney vacation with my new book 102 Ways to Save Money For And At Walt Disney World. Get it in print or take it with you anywhere with the digital copy, full of links to shows, videos, web sites and other resources. And get 40 FREE things to do, eat, collect and enjoy as well. Get your copy now at http://Disney102.com Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in next week! - Lou Mongello http://LouMongello.com ------------------------------------- Show Notes, Links and Comments: http://WDWRadio.com/podcasts Call the Voicemail with a question, comment or "Hello!" from the parks - 407-900-9391 THANK YOU for your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013! ------------------------------------- Visit http://WDWRadio.com for our Disney blog, videos, events and more! Twitter: http://Twitter.com/LouMongello Facebook: http://Facebook.com/WDWRadio YouTube: http://YouTube.com/WDWRadio Google+: http://LouMongello.com/gplus Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/LouMongello
Dec 2, 2014 • 1h 13min
WDW Radio # 386 - Listener Email - November 30, 2014
WDW Radio # 386 - Listener Email - November 30, 2014 TOPIC: I’ll answer more of your questions this week as I open up the inbox. We’ll discuss how to get a resort upgrade, Polynesian updates, in-room babysitting, must-do dining, the Seven Seas Lagoon island mystery, Disney gift cards, Disneyland vs. Disney World, the Walt Disney World marathon, Le Cellier, special events, and Rapid Refill mugs, and I’ll ask for your opinion about traveling solo to Walt Disney World. CONTEST: New Walt Disney World Trivia Contest UPDATES: Watch and chat during our LIVE WDW NewsCast Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET at http://WDWRadioLIVE.com. Upcoming WDW Radio Disney meets, On the Road events and more! Get dates and locations on our Events page http://WDWRadio.com/Events Save Money on your next Disney vacation with my new book 102 Ways to Save Money For And At Walt Disney World. Get it in print or take it with you anywhere with the digital copy, full of links to shows, videos, web sites and other resources. And get 40 FREE things to do, eat, collect and enjoy as well. Get your copy now at http://Disney102.com Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in next week! - Lou Mongello http://LouMongello.com ------------------------------------- Show Notes, Links and Comments: http://WDWRadio.com/podcasts Call the Voicemail with a question, comment or "Hello!" from the parks - 407-900-9391 THANK YOU for your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013! ------------------------------------- Visit http://WDWRadio.com for our Disney blog, videos, events and more! Twitter: http://Twitter.com/LouMongello Facebook: http://Facebook.com/WDWRadio YouTube: http://YouTube.com/WDWRadio Google+: http://LouMongello.com/gplus Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/LouMongello
Nov 27, 2014 • 12min
WDW NewsCast - November 26, 2014 - Great Movie Ride Update with Turner Classic Movies
http://WDWRadio.com presents the WDW Radio LIVE - Live, Interactive Disney news from Lou Mongello Topics in this week's Disney news include: - Great Movie Ride Updates Turner Classic Movies at Disney's Hollywood Studios - And more! Tune in next week at 7:30pm ET at http://WDWRadioLIVE.com and be part of the show! ------------------------------------- Call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 Get my NEW book - 102 Ways to Save Money For and At Walt Disney World at http://Disney102.com Download the FREE WDW Radio Disney Podcast App - http://WDWRadio.com/App Join us every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. ET at http://WDWRadioLIVE.com for a LIVE interactive video news show covering Walt Disney World. Be a part of the broadcast and discussion and discuss the news real-time in the chat room. ------------------------------------- To learn more, visit http://WDWRadio.com and subscribe to the podcast FREE in iTunes - http://bit.ly/wdwit THANK YOU for your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013! ------------------------------------- Twitter: http://Twitter.com/LouMongello Facebook: http://Facebook.com/WDWRadio Google+:http://LouMongello.com/gplus Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/LouMongello Thanks for watching! Be sure to tune in next week! - Lou Mongello
Nov 24, 2014 • 59min
WDW Radio # 385 - 10 Reasons Why Every Walt Disney World Fan (and Family) Needs to Visit Disneyland - November 23, 2014
WDW Radio # 385 - 10 Reasons Why Every Walt Disney World Fan (and Family) Needs to Visit Disneyland - November 23, 2014 TOPIC: Last week, I surprised my kids with their first-ever trip to Disneyland, and after a few days wandering, exploring and enjoying Walt’s original park, we narrowed down a very long list that includes everything from attractions to resorts, food and much more to our 10 Reasons Why Every Walt Disney World Fan (and Family) Needs to Visit Disneyland. CONTEST: New Walt Disney World Trivia Contest UPDATES: Watch and chat during our LIVE WDW NewsCast Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET at http://WDWRadioLIVE.com. Upcoming WDW Radio Disney meets, On the Road events and more! Get dates and locations on our Events page http://WDWRadio.com/Events Save Money on your next Disney vacation with my new book 102 Ways to Save Money For And At Walt Disney World. Get it in print or take it with you anywhere with the digital copy, full of links to shows, videos, web sites and other resources. And get 40 FREE things to do, eat, collect and enjoy as well. Get your copy now at http://Disney102.com Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in next week! - Lou Mongello http://LouMongello.com ------------------------------------- Call the Voicemail with a question, comment or "Hello!" from the parks - 407-900-9391 THANK YOU for your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013! ------------------------------------- Visit http://WDWRadio.com for our Disney blog, videos, events and more! Twitter: http://Twitter.com/LouMongello Facebook: http://Facebook.com/WDWRadio YouTube: http://YouTube.com/WDWRadio Google+: http://LouMongello.com/gplus Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/LouMongello
Nov 10, 2014 • 1h 21min
WDW Radio # 384 - 10 Things You Need to Know When Traveling to Walt Disney World with Special Needs - November 9, 2014
WDW Radio # 384 - 10 Things You Need to Know When Traveling to Walt Disney World with Special Needs - November 9, 2014 TOPIC: Walt Disney World is a place where everyone is welcome, and extraordinary measures are taken to ensure that every guest has a truly magical experience. And for those guests that have special needs, whether they be dietary, sensory, physical or otherwise, the Disney parks are, for many, the best vacation destination because of what Disney does to accommodate. And keep in mind that traveling with special needs includes traveling with children, seniors, dietary restrictions, size limitations and numerous other sensitivities. So this week, we are going to discuss some of these special needs, as well as tips, strategies and 10 things your need to know BEFORE you go. CONTEST: New Walt Disney World Trivia Contest UPDATES: Watch and chat during our LIVE WDW NewsCast Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET at http://WDWRadioLIVE.com. Upcoming WDW Radio Disney meets, On the Road events and more! Get dates and locations on our Events page http://WDWRadio.com/Events Save Money on your next Disney vacation with my new book 102 Ways to Save Money For And At Walt Disney World. Get it in print or take it with you anywhere with the digital copy, full of links to shows, videos, web sites and other resources. And get 40 FREE things to do, eat, collect and enjoy as well. Get your copy now at http://Disney102.com Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in next week! - Lou Mongello http://LouMongello.com ------------------------------------- Call the Voicemail with a question, comment or "Hello!" from the parks - 407-900-9391 THANK YOU for your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013! ------------------------------------- Visit http://WDWRadio.com for our Disney blog, videos, events and more! Twitter: http://Twitter.com/LouMongello Facebook: http://Facebook.com/WDWRadio YouTube: http://YouTube.com/WDWRadio Google+: http://LouMongello.com/gplus Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/LouMongello
Nov 6, 2014 • 24min
WDW NewsCast - November 5, 2014 - "Ask Lou Anything" LIVE Q&A
http://WDWRadio.com presents the WDW Radio LIVE - Live, Interactive Disney news from Lou Mongello Lou has been answering listener questions on his WDW Radio Disney podcast since 2005, and been live broadcasting since 2007, but this week, Lou takes his "Ask Lou Anything" segment from the weekly WDW NewsCast and turns it into a full show. He answers your questions real-time from the chat room on http://WDWRadioLIVE.com and Twitter. Topics include Food and Wine, best pool in Walt Disney World, best lounge, what may be coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios, Star Wars, Pixar, Indiana Jones, Christmas in the Magic Kingdom, best restaurant in Disneyland, best breakfast in Walt Disney World, the podcast theme song, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, dining in Walt Disney World, best show in Disneyland, and much, much more! Tune in next week at 7:30pm ET at http://WDWRadioLIVE.com and be part of the show! ------------------------------------- Call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 Get my NEW book - 102 Ways to Save Money For and At Walt Disney World at http://Disney102.com Download the FREE WDW Radio Disney Podcast App - http://WDWRadio.com/App Join us every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. ET at http://WDWRadioLIVE.com for a LIVE interactive video news show covering Walt Disney World. Be a part of the broadcast and discussion and discuss the news real-time in the chat room. ------------------------------------- To learn more, visit http://WDWRadio.com and subscribe to the podcast FREE in iTunes - http://bit.ly/wdwit THANK YOU for your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013! ------------------------------------- Twitter: http://Twitter.com/LouMongello Facebook: http://Facebook.com/WDWRadio Google+:http://LouMongello.com/gplus Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/LouMongello Thanks for watching! Be sure to tune in next week! - Lou Mongello
Oct 30, 2014 • 18min
WDW NewsCast - October 29, 2014 - PhotoPass, Morimoto Asia and Boathouse restaurants, Disney Cruise Line Itineraries 2016, Sorcerer Mickey Hat
http://WDWRadio.com presents the WDW News Cast - Live, Interactive Disney news from Lou Mongello Topics in this week's Disney news include: - PhotoPass - Morimoto Asia and Boathouse restaurants - Disney Cruise Line Itineraries 2016 - Sorcerer Mickey Hat at Disney's Hollywood Studios being removed - And more! ------------------------------------- Call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 Get my NEW book - 102 Ways to Save Money For and At Walt Disney World at http://Disney102.com Download the FREE WDW Radio Disney Podcast App - http://WDWRadio.com/App Join us every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. ET at http://WDWRadioLIVE.com for a LIVE interactive video news show covering Walt Disney World. Be a part of the broadcast and discussion and discuss the news real-time in the chat room. ------------------------------------- To learn more, visit http://WDWRadio.com and subscribe to the podcast FREE in iTunes - http://bit.ly/wdwit THANK YOU for your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013! ------------------------------------- Twitter: http://Twitter.com/LouMongello Facebook: http://Facebook.com/WDWRadio Google+:http://LouMongello.com/gplus Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/LouMongello Thanks for watching! Be sure to tune in next week! - Lou Mongello
Oct 27, 2014 • 1h 14min
WDW Radio # 383 - Top Ten Places in Walt Disney World That Make You Feel Like You're in the Disney Movie - October 26, 2014
WDW Radio # 383 - Top Ten Places in Walt Disney World That Make You Feel Like You're in the Disney Movie - October 26, 2014 TOPIC: Disneyland gave Walt Disney a way to immerse guests in many of the movies he had brought to life on screen, and that continued, of course, to Walt Disney World as well. So this week, we’re going to share our Top Ten list of attractions, shows or locations that connect you to a specific Disney movie… or vice versa. CONTEST: New Walt Disney World Trivia Contest UPDATES: Watch and chat during our LIVE WDW NewsCast Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET at http://WDWRadioLIVE.com. Upcoming WDW Radio Disney meets, On the Road events and more! Get dates and locations on our Events page http://WDWRadio.com/Events Save Money on your next Disney vacation with my new book 102 Ways to Save Money For And At Walt Disney World. Get it in print or take it with you anywhere with the digital copy, full of links to shows, videos, web sites and other resources. And get 40 FREE things to do, eat, collect and enjoy as well. Get your copy now at http://Disney102.com Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in next week! - Lou Mongello http://LouMongello.com ------------------------------------- Call the Voicemail with a question, comment or "Hello!" from the parks - 407-900-9391 THANK YOU for your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013! ------------------------------------- Visit http://WDWRadio.com for our Disney blog, videos, events and more! Twitter: http://Twitter.com/LouMongello Facebook: http://Facebook.com/WDWRadio YouTube: http://YouTube.com/WDWRadio Google+: http://LouMongello.com/gplus Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/LouMongello
Oct 20, 2014 • 1h 4min
WDW Radio # 382 - The Rivers of America - A Virtual Trip Through Its History and Details, Recorded Live from Walt Disney World - October 19, 2014
WDW Radio # 382 - The Rivers of America - A Virtual Trip Through Its History and Details, Recorded Live from Walt Disney World - October 19, 2014 TOPIC: The Rivers of America in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom is more than a beautiful, serene waterway that carries guests to and around Tom Sawyer Island. It is a storytelling vehicle rich in history, detail and tributes to real American history and folklore, as well as Disney films and characters as well. It has it’s own, comprehensive backstory, and this week, I welcome you into Liberty Square and Frontierland, and aboard the Liberty Belle, as we virtually explore the history of the Rivers of America. We will discuss it’s current and former attractions, including the Mike Fink Keelboats and Davy Crockett Explorer Canoes, and some of its many wonderful details recorded LIVE inside the Magic Kingdom. CONTEST: New Walt Disney World Trivia Contest UPDATES: Watch and chat during our LIVE WDW NewsCast Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET at http://WDWRadioLIVE.com. Upcoming WDW Radio Disney meets, On the Road events and more! Get dates and locations on our Events page http://WDWRadio.com/Events Save Money on your next Disney vacation with my new book 102 Ways to Save Money For And At Walt Disney World. Get it in print or take it with you anywhere with the digital copy, full of links to shows, videos, web sites and other resources. And get 40 FREE things to do, eat, collect and enjoy as well. Get your copy now at http://Disney102.com Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in next week! - Lou Mongello http://LouMongello.com ------------------------------------- Call the Voicemail with a question, comment or "Hello!" from the parks - 407-900-9391 THANK YOU for your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013! ------------------------------------- Visit http://WDWRadio.com for our Disney blog, videos, events and more! Twitter: http://Twitter.com/LouMongello Facebook: http://Facebook.com/WDWRadio YouTube: http://YouTube.com/WDWRadio Google+: http://LouMongello.com/gplus Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/LouMongello
