Welcome to Rope Drop Radio: A Disney Travel Podcast!

Rope Drop Radio

We are two midwesterners, Lauren Shields and Doug McKnight, who love Disney. Our goal is help you navigate all things Disney from the parks to the cruise. We want to share tips and tricks, travel plans, and must see's to help you have an amazing Disney trip!

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Free At Disney? Tips To Find the Free Things!
May 28, 2026

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, we’re sharing the best free Disney perks you need to ...
Disney World Listener Questions: Tips, Hot Takes & Planning Help
May 21, 2026

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 Instagram, Facebook, and Threads. ❓Listener Questions:...
Toddler Tips for Disney World with Former Disney Cast Members - Happily Everett After
May 14, 2026

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 BEST toddler tips, Disney survival strategies, and mus...
Reverse Rope Drop: The Best Way to Beat Disney Crowds in 2026?
May 7, 2026

Reverse Rope Drop: The Best Way to Beat Disney Crowds in 2026?

What if the best way to beat Disney World crowds… is to show up late? 👀 This week, Doug and Lauren break down reverse rope drop strategies for every Walt Disney World park —and how to win your day without the early alarm. ⸻ ⏰...
Adults-Only Disney Trip Report + Keys to the Kingdom Review by Lauren
April 30, 2026

Adults-Only Disney Trip Report + Keys to the Kingdom Review by Lauren

What happens when two Disney pros leave the kids at home for an adults-only Walt Disney World trip? 🍷🏰 This week Lauren shares her latest trip report featuring the Keys to the Kingdom Tour , new Disney snacks, and what an adu...
Ranking Every Disney World Resort Area (Best to Worst!)
April 23, 2026

Ranking Every Disney World Resort Area (Best to Worst!)

Support the show on Patreon: Follow us on social media for Disney news, tips, and updates Leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts! ✈️ We’re excited to welcome as the official airport of Rope Drop Radio! With direct...

About the Hosts

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Doug McKnight

Co-Host

Doug is a life long Disney fan with more trips to WDW than he can count. Disney Cruises are his favorite type of vacation when he is avoiding work as The Disney Dentist. His favorite attraction at the parks is Aloha Isle for a Dole Whip float. Doug also hosts the spin off show: Rope Drop On Deck and Blue Devil Talk.

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Lauren Shields

Co-Host

Lauren has been a huge Disney fan since she first went the parks at age 5 with her family.  Her love of Disney has only grown and she now visits the parks as much as possible with her own kids.  Her passion has spilled over to her professional life where she is a seasoned travel agent who specializes in all forms of Disney travel.  Her favorite pastime is riding the People Mover during the fireworks.

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