Rope Drop Radio: A Disney Travel Podcast

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Disney Trip Report Part 2: Magic Kingdom, Halloween & MORE!

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RDR Trip Report: Magic Kingdom, EPCOT & Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Part 2 TEASER Part 1 was only the beginning! The Rope Drop Radio Walt Disney World trip

Sep 18
1 h 02 min

We Took Over Disney World! | Rope Drop Radio Trip Report Part 1

RDR Trip Report: Rope Drop Radio Takes Over Walt Disney World! | Part 1 TEASER What happens when the Rope Drop Radio crew actually takes over Walt Disney World? A whole l

Sep 11
49 min

10 WORST-RATED Disney World Attractions — Should You Ride Them?

Are the lowest-rated attractions at Walt Disney World actually bad? Or are some of them hidden gems that deserve another chance? Doug and Lauren take on 10 of Disney Worl

Sep 4
35 min

Is Adventures by Disney Worth It? Lauren's Italy Trip Report

What happens when you combine Disney magic, Italy, and the entire family? Lauren is back from an incredible Adventures by Disney vacation through Italy, traveling from Ro

Aug 28
55 min

Disneyland Paris vs. Disney World: Lauren's Trip Report

Lauren left Walt Disney World behind and crossed the Atlantic for a Disney adventure in France! How does Disneyland Paris compare to Disney World? What surprised her? Whi

Aug 20
44 min

Can You Do Disney World in a Weekend? | Sam's Trip Report

Lauren is off exploring Disneyland Paris, so Sam steps in for a Disney World weekend adventure! What can you actually accomplish on a shorter Walt Disney World trip? We'r

Aug 14
49 min

Keep, Replace, or Refurb? Disney World Holiday Edition!

🎄🎃 If you could only KEEP one Disney holiday tradition... which would it be? This week, we're making some impossible decisions as we play Keep, Replace, Refurb: Holiday E

Aug 7
46 min

Disney World Listener Questions Answered! Resorts, Lightning Lanes, Dining & More

🎙️ You asked the questions... and as always, the answers took us down some fun Disney rabbit holes! From trip planning and resorts to dining, Lightning Lanes, and everyth

Jul 31
57 min

6 College Students Take on Disney World | The Ultimate Group Trip Report

🎓 What happens when six college friends take on Walt Disney World together? From splitting costs to surviving Lightning Lanes, this trip was full of unforgettable moments

Jul 24
49 min

Blind Ranking Disney World Table Service Restaurants | Our Most Stressful Disney Game Yet!

🍽️ Would you rank your favorite Disney World restaurant #5 if you didn't know what was coming next? That's exactly what happens in this week's episode! This week on Rope

Jul 17
37 min

Disney Resort Roulette: 7 Resorts, 14 Things We Love, 7 Things We Don't

🏨 Thinking about staying at a Disney World resort? We're putting 7 popular resorts under the microscope and sharing 2 things we love and 1 thing we'd change about each on

Jul 10
45 min

The Ultimate Disney World Packing List (Don't Forget These!)

Packing for Walt Disney World doesn't have to be stressful! This week, we're sharing exactly what we bring, what most guests forget, and the items that can save your Disn

Jul 3
39 min

EPIC EPCOT Tips: What Disney Experts Do in Every Land

From Spaceship Earth to World Showcase, we're sharing our best tips for every land, pavilion, and country in EPCOT to help you save time, find hidden gems, and have a bet

Jun 26
53 min

Bonus Episode: Lauren's Incredible Greek Islands Cruise Adventure

What happens when a Disney fan sails the Greek Islands on a National Geographic ship? Lauren joins us for a quick preview of her latest cruise adventure, sharing a few

Jun 23
9 min

Rope Drop Radio Awards: The Best and Worst of Attractions

The Ultimate Disney World Ride Awards: The Best & Worst of WDW! Teaser: What ride has the absolute worst queue line in Walt Disney World, and which iconic attraction boas

Jun 19
49 min

How to Beat the Heat at Disney World: Summer Survival Guide 2026

Heading to Walt Disney World this summer? Before the Florida sun turns you into a puddle on Main Street, we're sharing our best tips to stay cool, avoid meltdowns, and ma

Jun 12
36 min

Doug's Disney World Trip Report: New Rides, New Snacks & Honest Reviews

Doug just returned from Walt Disney World after trying the newest attractions, sampling new snacks, and experiencing the latest entertainment—here's everything you need t

Jun 5
1 h 01 min

Free At Disney? Tips To Find the Free Things!

What if we told you some of the best things at Walt Disney World are completely FREE? From ice water and celebration buttons to transportation hacks and hidden souvenirs,

May 29
33 min

Disney World Listener Questions: Tips, Hot Takes & Planning Help

From Lightning Lane strategy to Disney dining hot takes and resort questions, this week YOU set the agenda! 🎤🏰 Doug and Lauren answer listener questions submitted through

May 22
51 min

Toddler Tips for Disney World with Former Disney Cast Members - Happily Everett After

Taking a toddler to Walt Disney World? 👶🏰 This week, former Disney Cast Members Mitchell and Amanda Everett from Happily Everett After join Rope Drop Radio to share their

May 15
55 min

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My husband and I took our kids (then, 3 and 5) to Disney for the first time in November. I stumbled upon Rope Drop Radio when I was beginning to plan. My son, Breccan (Doug, that’s pronounced Breck-in), started listening with me almost daily during our car rides to and from school. Now he absolutely loves Lauren and Doug and even convinced me to become a Patreon member because he NEEDED to hear the After Show. RDR started out as a planning tool, and now it’s become a regular part of our week. This is one of the most helpful podcasts out there- from rope drop strategy (obviously) to packing tips and everything in between. Doug and Lauren have all the details you didn’t know you needed! Even Lauren’s basic food reviews help this adventurous foodie family pick where to eat and not eat! We have our next trip planned for April 2027 and are looking forward to hearing even more helpful tips! Keep up the great work! Love, Lindsay and Breccan

LindsayG333 · Aug 2026

I love this fun and informative Disney podcast! I always learn fun new tips, tricks, and things I want to try on my next trip. Listening to Rope Drop Radio adds a little bit of magic to my day, even when I am far from Disney! Doug and Lauren have great interactions and conversations that keep it real and entertaining. Also, Doug’s voice reminds me of Josh Gad, so it’s almost like listening to Disney tips from Olaf-it’s the best. 😂 Thanks Doug and Lauren for bringing the magic each week!

Jenna JC. · Jul 2026

I am a rookie planning a family multi-generational trip to Disney World. A Disney pro friend recommended this podcast, and I have absolutely binged it. Within the course of just a few days, the many episodes I’ve listened to have taken me from clueless to feeling well-informed. This resource has been great for me, since podcasts are easier to fit in my schedule than extensive reading or internet research. Thanks to the hosts for their hard work!

lreher35 · Jul 2026

This is my one and only Disney podcast that keeps me feeling connected to the parks all the way from Colorado. I love my Friday tradition of listening to the latest episode during leg day. People at the gym think I’m crazy, but Lauren and Doug get me pumped! Keep it up guys!!

Leah Spiers · Jul 2026

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