The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station Lou Mongello - Disney Expert, Host, Author, and Speaker
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WDW Radio: Your Passport to the Disney Parks and more! - WDW Radio is the award-winning Disney podcast dedicated to celebrating the magic of Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Marvel, and Star Wars since 2005. Tune in and subscribe for Disney news, Disney vacation planning, Disney travel tips, Disney trivia, contests, deep dives into Disney history, interviews, theme park secrets, as well as attraction, dining, and resort reviews.
Hosted by Disney expert, author, and speaker Lou Mongello, this family-friendly show is your Walt Disney World Information Station, and has been voted Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, and also features a blog, videos, LIVE video, welcoming community, and special events including monthly meetups, group cruises, On The Road experiences and more!
Over the years, WDW Radio has been graced by a plethora of esteemed guests. Disney Legends like Julie Andrews, the iconic Mary Poppins, Tony Baxter, Marty Sklar, Alice Davis, Richard Sherman, Bob Gurr, Alan Menken, Paige O'Hara, the voice of Belle, Jodi Benson, the voice of Ariel, and renowned Producer Don Hahn, have shared their stories and experiences. The podcast has also ventured into the Marvel and Star Wars universes with guests like Kevin Feige, the President of Marvel Studios, and Ashley Eckstein, the voice behind Ahsoka Tano. From Walt Disney Imagineers, dedicated Cast Members, to talented actors, writers, producers, authors, and many more, WDW Radio has been a platform for the voices that make Disney truly magical.
It is also home to Lou Mongello's Walt Disney World Trivia Books, The Disney Interviews book, 102 Ways to Save Money For and At Walt Disney World, and virtual Audio Tours of Walt Disney World.
Lou is also the founder of the Dream Team Project, which has raised more than $550,000.00 to date to send children with life-threatening illnesses to Walt Disney World through the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America.
Whether you're planning your next trip to Walt Disney World or simply reminiscing about your favorite Disney memories, the WDW Radio Disney podcast is your passport to the Walt Disney World and the Disney Parks around the world, Disney Cruise Line, Marvel, and Star Wars!
Learn more at WDWRadio.com
In addition to creating content around the Disney brands, Lou is also a keynote speaker, author, coach, and founder of the Momentum series of events and workshops for those looking to build their business and brand by sharing the magic of Disney, delivering exceptional customer service, social media, podcasting, live video, and community. Learn more at LouMongello.com
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WDW Radio # 780 - Snack Hacks: Hidden Gem Snacks in Walt Disney World
This week, we’re venturing beyond the classic treats to uncover the hidden snack gems of Walt Disney World. From savory surprises to sweet delights, discover the treats that fly under the radar with my friend and guest, Shay Spence! And don’t listen hungry, because you won’t believe what’s been hiding in plain sight!
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WDW Radio # 779 - A Visit Inside Imagineering: Tiana's Bayou Adventure Interview
This week’s episode is very special, as it was recorded at the home of Walt Disney Imagineering in Glendale, California. I had a very special opportunity and privilege to be invited to Imagineering and the Walt Disney Studios for an secret peek literally behind the curtains at Imagineering, including projects and technologies they are developing for the Disney Parks. I’ll share not just details from my visit, but my exclusive interview with the lead Imagineers on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure for a look at some of the details, secrets, and stories behind the attraction.
- Who is your favorite character from The Princess and the Frog? -
WDW Radio # 778 - Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter Resort Report
On this week’s Resort Report, we look at 10 reasons to stay, play, and dine at Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter Resort, and share why it is a hidden gem of the Walt Disney World Resort.
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WDW Radio # 777 - Narcoossee's Live Review
On this week’s show, Disney magic meets culinary adventure, as we recorded live from Narcoossee’s, nestled on the shores of the Seven Seas Lagoon at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Join us as we dive into a sensory journey, tasting the finest seafood offerings and experiencing the enchanting ambiance that only Disney can create at a dining location I haven’t experienced in more than a decade. Get ready for a review that’s sure to add Narcoossee’s to your Disney dining bucket list…. but don’t listen hungry.
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WDW Radio # 776 - Top Disney Heroines - From the WDW Radio Archives
As we continue to celebrate “Women’s History Month” and the remarkable women who have shaped our world, this episode from the Archives was from show # 582 in 2020, and explores some the incredible women of Disney history. We share our Top Ten Disney Heroines from the worlds of Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars who are not just groundbreaking female leads, but global cultural icons, inspiring role models, and true heroes, and we’ll examine the qualities and characteristics each posses that make them so important and influential.
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WDW Radio # 775 - 10 Most Influential Women in Disney History
This week, in honor of Women’s History Month, we’ll be shining a light on some of the incredible women who have shaped the Disney legacy, as we look at the 10 Most Influential Women in Disney History. From the foundational influences to animation legends and modern leaders, we’ll underscore the broader impact of influential women on the company, as we pay tribute to the enduring legacy of these remarkable women and discuss how their stories continue to inspire generations of Disney fans.
- Who is a woman in Disney history that has inspired or influenced you, and why?
Customer Reviews
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I love the joy and sentiment of Lou Mongello as he talks about the parks. But I recently have had not so joyful experiences at WDW and DLR. That left me wishing the parks were like the way Lou describes them and how they used to be, sadly they seem to have changed for the worse in many ways.
Great Disney Podcast
WDW Radio focuses on in-depth reviews and round table discussions about WDW’s many parks, attractions, restaurants, and hotels. The episodes are timeless. So having access to Lou’s extensive archive of more than 500 episodes means there always something to listen to.
Much love to Lou and his “crou”
This is my favorite podcast for all things Disney. Lou’s positivity always puts a smile on my face.
I could go on, but I don’t want to take up too much time. Thank you Lou and your “crou” for the lovely podcasts. Have a good one!
PS: Thank you for recycling some of your classic podcasts for those of us that found your podcast more recently.