Episodes
Sept. 16, 2021
RDR 279: Listener Questions
You Asked and We Answered! Lots of questions about Disney Cruise line right now. We also start the show with some dinning news. Scroll below for a complete list of questions Leave a review! and follow @RopeDropRadio suppor...
Sept. 9, 2021
RDR 278: Our Top Ten Disney Bucket list things
Today Derek and Doug each give their Top 5 Disney Bucket list things they want to do. These can be big trips, cruises, dinning, or more. But you can only pick one thing (not say all the parks). Enjoy and let us know what w...
Sept. 2, 2021
Bonus Episode: Doug and Michelle review the refurbished Polynesian Resort
Doug and Michelle did stay at Walt Disney World before and after their recent Disney Cruise. Hear about their stay and the newly refurbished Polynesian as well as some attractions they did at the parks Book a trip today by e...
Aug. 31, 2021
RDR 277: Doug and Michelle's Disney Cruise Trip Report
After 18 months the McKnights are back out at sea on the Disney Dream. Hear all about he new covid procedures, dinning, shows, Castaway, and more! If you are thinking or already have a Disney Cruise booked, you need to list...
Aug. 26, 2021
RDR 276: Disney Genie and the future of fastness with Len Testa from TouringPlans
Disney Genie was been announced, and to answer all your questions we welcome on the Co-Athour of the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World and the man in charge of Touring Plans, Len Testa. We talk with Len about the future ...
Aug. 19, 2021
RDR 275: 50 things we are looking forward too with WDW 50th Anniversary
Today we count down some of the things we are looking forward to as Walt Disney World turns 50! We discuss attractions opening, special events they are doing, merchandise, resorts, dinning, and more. Make sure you take a tri...
Aug. 12, 2021
RDR 274: All About Disney's Aulani with Destination Specialist Lauren
Today we welcome a special guest, TouringPlans Destination Specialist Lauren Shields who just had a vacation at Disney's Aulani in Hawaii. Hear about this incredible paradise that's perfect for kids and adults. We talk food...
Aug. 5, 2021
RDR 273: Favorite attractions with no height requirement at WDW with Shannon Ford
Today we are discussing the best rides and shows for those kids who just are not tall enough. We welcome fellow podcasters from the My DVC points newscast Shannon Ford to share with us. She has a five year old and plenty of...
July 29, 2021
RDR 272: Ranking Walt Disney World Resorts
Today Doug and Derek discuss their favorite Walt Disney World Resorts. We share our favorites at each level. We discuss dinning, amenities, transportation and more. Follow us @RopeDropRadio to join in the discussion. Book ...
July 22, 2021
RDR 271: Michelle's Trip Report and Ohana Review
Michelle just got back from a trip to Walt Disney World with her three kids. Hear all about the new procedures, Happily Ever After, and the revised menu and Ohana. Follow Michelle @RopeDropQueen and us @RopeDropRadio To book ...
July 20, 2021
Bonus Episode: Derek's Vegas Trip Report
Time for some Adult Disney. That's right Derek and his wife just spent a few days in Las Vegas. Hear all about what Sin City is like right now on this weeks Bonus Episode. www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Book your own trip to...
July 15, 2021
RDR 270: CRUISING IS BACK!
Doug and Michelle just got off a Royal Caribbean cruise and they share all about it. What its like with Covid procedures from embarking and dinning, to shows and ports. We also talk about the fun they had in Nassau and Perf...
July 12, 2021
Bonus Episode: Doug's Washington DC trip report
Doug and his family went to Washing DC for the Fourth of July and he shares all about it. We discuss were to stay, museums and actives that are open, lack of dinning, and more. Be sure to leave a review and follow us @RopeDr...
July 8, 2021
RDR 269: Top 2 and least favorite Quick Services at All the Disney Parks with Guy Selga from TouringPlans
Today we are discussing the Counter Services choices at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. We go park by park giving our top 2 and our least favorite place to dine. To help us out with have Guy Selga from the Unofficial Guid...
July 1, 2021
RDR 268: Listener Questions
You asked we answered! for a complete list of questions scroll below. For our patreon visit and book a trip today by emailing What is the best change in the lifting of C19 restrictions since your last trip ? What is the worst change in the...
June 24, 2021
RDR 267: Avengers Campus review with Alex from TouringPlans
Today we welcome back Alex Cenac who just got back from a quick trip out to Disnelyand. He shares everything he got to experience at the new Avengers Campus in Disney's California Adventure. We talk Spiderman web singers, c...
June 17, 2021
RDR 266: Walking around Galaxy's Edge
Today you get to join Derek and Doug as they walk around Galaxy's Edge in Hollywood Studios and discuss what they like, dislike, and would want to change about Walt Disney Worlds newest land. check out our patreon page at www...
June 15, 2021
Bonus Episode: Doug rides Star Tours
BONUS EPISODE. Derek and Doug get their microphones on and ride Star Tours. Listen and ENJOY! Book a trip today by emailing
June 10, 2021
RDR 265: Our Rope Drop Radio WDW 2021 Trip Report
Derek and Doug went down to Walt Disney World and share everything on their recent trip. We discuss dinning, Monorail bar crawl, rides, and more. follow us @RopeDropRadio and leave a Review for patreon visit www.patreon.com/...
June 8, 2021
Bonus Episode: Where to Hide/Relax at Walt Disney World
Derek and Doug record while hiding in Storybook Circus at the Magic Kingdom. Today we share were you can find a place to relax at all four Walt Disney World Parks. Follow us @RopeDropradio and Leave a review Book a trip toda...
June 3, 2021
RDR 264: Why you should use a Travel Agent in 2021 (and beyond) with Michelle McKnight
Today we bring Michelle McKnight back on to discuss how she can help you plan a vacation as we round out the pandemic. She shares how se can help you save money, book travel, reservations, and just make it easier for you. S...
May 27, 2021
RDR 263: OUR FIVE YEAR PODCASTING SPECIAL
Can you believe we have been talking Disney for FIVE YEARS. Today we look back on all the fun we've had. We share our top episodes and our worse episode as well as some questions from our patrons. We also answer DEREK'S TW...
May 20, 2021
RDR 262: Disney Antiquing and a mini WDW trip report
Today we welcome back Jennifer from the Disney Parks Panel. She discusses her recent trip to Walt Disney World, and then we dive into the world of Disney Antiquing. Jennifer shares the cool treasures she has found. follow J...
May 13, 2021
RDR 261: Disney Covid Travel Fails and WDW News
Today we jump into a bunch of announcements Disney has made from Boo Bash to The Lion King Show. We also discuss Covid travel fails people have been making at Walt Disney World. Please leave a review and be read on the air! ...