Episodes
July 11, 2019
RDR 165: WDW resort bars and drinks with the Epcot Bar Crawl
Today we welcome back Grey with the Epcot Bar Crawl who will fill in as guest host while Doug is gone. We discuss all the bars in the on property resorts. After a long day at the parks, you need a cocktail. Now you'll know...
July 4, 2019
RDR 164: Disney things we take for granted
Today we discuss those things that Disney does well that you forget about. The little things that set them apart from the local theme park. The things that make a Disney vacation truly magical. Be sure to subscribe, leave a...
June 27, 2019
RDR 163: Attractions to Skip at Walt Disney World
If you are taking a short trip at Walt Disney World you don't want to do the time suck attractions. Today we discuss which ones we would skip. To support the show leave a review, follow us @RopeDropRadio and become a patreon...
June 25, 2019
Bonus Episode: Toy Story 4 Review
It's movie review time! We discuss Toy Story 4! Hear our thoughts and more on this weeks bonus episode!
June 20, 2019
RDR 162: Theme Park Draft with Disney DNA Podcast
Today we have some fun playing a game with fellow podcasters Trent and Jeni from the Disney DNA podcast. The four of us are picking our own theme park based on attractions at Walt Disney World. Who do you think as the best ...
June 13, 2019
RDR 161: Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Trip Report
Last week Doug went to Disneyland to experience Star Wars Galaxy's Edge. We discuss the Millennium Falcon Smugglers Run, drinking at the Olga's Canitna, and of course what is better, blue or green milk. We also bring Alex C...
June 11, 2019
Doug records himself on Millennium Falcon Smugglers Run
Listen to Doug and crew as they take on Disneyland's Newest attraction, Millennium Falcon Smugglers run in Glaxy's Edge. If you'd like to experience this attraction contact Michelle today for a free quote. Michelle.McKnight@m...
June 6, 2019
RDR 160: Listener Questions with Kent Mullins
Today we welcome back to the show the Parkeology champion Kent Mullins. He has rode every attraction at Walt Disney World in one day many times and today he answers your questions. What do you do while waiting in line? Wha...
May 30, 2019
RDR 159: How to become a Galactic Hero and Toy Story Mania tips
Today we are talking about two interactive games you can find at Walt Disney World. First we discuss how to become a Galactic Hero on Buzz Lightyears Space Ranger Spin at the Magic Kingdom. We then cover the strategies of T...
May 23, 2019
RDR 158: 3 year anniversary special answering listener thunder round questions
Thank you for listening for 3 years! If you'd like to support the show please like, subscribe, and support us on patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Today we answering your Thunder Round Questions! Favorite Song Favorite D...
May 16, 2019
RDR 157: Character Dining Tips and Tricks with Michelle McKnight
The Rope Drop Queen herself stops by to discuss all things Character Dining at the Walt Disney World. She has been to them all and shares some strategies on how to book and enjoy having a meal with your favorite character. ...
May 9, 2019
RDR 156: Scott Sanders from the Disney Cruise Line Blog
Today we welcome to the show Scott Sanders who runs the Disney Cruise Line Blog. We discuss the history of blog as well as everything that is coming to the Disney Cruise Line. We talk new ships, new island, and more. Check ...
May 2, 2019
RDR 155: Odds Makers with Matt of Kingdom Strollers
Disney is making some changes in their stroller policy, so we brought on the owner on Kingdom Strollers Matt to discuss what is happening. We also play a game of odds makers, where we all discuss the odds of different things...
April 29, 2019
Bonus Episode: AVENGERS Endgame Review!
Spoilers! Doug and Derek discuss their thoughts of Marvels Avengers Endgame! Join us on patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Follow us on social media @RopeDropRadio And if you'd like to book a Disney Vacation, email Michel...
April 25, 2019
RDR 154: Survey Says and Top 5 attractions at Magic Kingdom
Today we go over the results of what you said from our recent survey. We discuss future plans for Rope Drop Radio, and we each share our top 5 non mountain rides at the Magic Kingdom. To help us grow our podcast, please leav...
April 18, 2019
RDR 153: Taking kids to Walt Disney World with Hakuna Moscato Moms
Today we are joined by Jami and Kristi from the Hakuno Moscato Moms Blog. We discuss strategies for taking your little ones to the parks. From the best age to go to what rides to go on. We even joke about bringing booze in...
April 11, 2019
RDR 152: Disney VIP Tours with Alex Cenac
Have you ever wanted to take a VIP Disney Tour? Of course, we all have, but they don't come cheap. Today we welcome back Disney Travel agent Alec Cenac who has not only booked a bunch of VIP tours but he has taken a few hims...
April 8, 2019
Bonus Episode: Walt Disney Family Museum Review with Doug
Doug gives his take on the Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco. Be sure to follow us @RopeDropRadio And book your next Disney vacation with Michelle. Email her for a quote today Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com
April 4, 2019
RDR 151: Mrs DrLupo covers the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios
Today we welcome to the show, the amazing Mrs DrLupo. She is a Harry Potter super fan and discusses with us her take on Universal Studios, Wizarding World. We talk about riding Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey as well...
March 28, 2019
RDR 150: Spring break trip report with Jr reporter Clair McKnight
Today Doug's 9 year old daughter joins us to give her input on the Walt Disney World trip their family took without their dad. She talks rope drops, dining, Toy Story Land hard ticket event, and what it's like to visit an ur...
March 21, 2019
RDR 149: Disney News and Keep, Refurbish, and Replace with Kent Mullins and Larry Welnowski
Today Kent Mullins from Park Escape Games and Larry Welnowski from the Disney Food Allergy group join us to play a game called Keep, Refurbish, and Replace. We discuss all 4 Walt Disney World Theme Parks and tackle not only ...
March 18, 2019
Bonus Episode: Taking a baby on a Disney Cruise with Madison Sasman
Today Derek and his wife Madison discuss the strategies needed to take a baby on a Disney Cruise Line ship. Are you worried about your little one falling overboard? They discuss that (don't be) and more in this bonus episod...
March 14, 2019
RDR 148: Bad Disney Advice
Today we we discuss bad advice that you hear all the time on Disney social media groups. Like "Don't buy fastpasses" or "Sleep in, you are on vacation" And thank you listeners for sharing yours, we discuss those on today's...
March 8, 2019
Breaking News Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Opening Date Announced
We now know when the lines will begin at Hollywood Studios, and they are sooner than we thought. Disney released information on Galexy's Edge and when it will be opening. Hear Derek and Doug's thoughts and there surprise wh...