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Episodes

Oct. 4, 2018

RDR 125: Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party Review with Jenn from WillSaveForTravel.com

Today we welcome back to the show Jenn from WillSaveForTravel.com. Her and her husband just did a couples only Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom. We hear about that version versus Derek and Doug who have taken kids. We ...
Sept. 27, 2018

RDR 124: Universal Halloween Horror nights 2018 Review with Kent Mullins

Today we welcome back Kent Mullins who loves Universal Studios Florida Halloween Horror Nights. He gives his top ten review of the the houses, shares some strategies on how to get the most in, and talks specialty food and sc...
Sept. 20, 2018

RDR 123: All about Pin Trading with Ryan from Disney Pins Blog

Today we welcome a very special guest, Ryan from the Disney Pins Blog. We talk everything pin trading from etiquette and lingo to events and high value pins. This subject is fascinating and Ryan knows it all! For more infor...
Sept. 17, 2018

Bonus Episode: Live at WDW with Kent talking how he did all 48 in one day

While at Walt Disney World Derek and Kent Mullins recorded a special bonus episode on how Kent did all 48 open attractions in one day. Be sure to follow Kent @UCFKent and us @RopeDropRadio Check out our new website WDWRopeDro...
Sept. 13, 2018

RDR 122: Derek's Walt Disney World with A Baby Trip Report

Five day Walt Disney World trip with two kids and a baby... some may call it crazy. Today we discuss Derek's trip report! We talk Caribbean Beach resort, 50's Prime Time, attraction strategy, and what it's like to have a no...
Sept. 6, 2018

RDR 121: Mall of America, Chicago, and Local Amusement Parks

Today we step away from Disney and discuss some other trips we have taken recently. These non Disney trips explain why we love going to Walt Disney World so often. And no matter where you are going, it's worth an email to se...
Aug. 30, 2018

RDR 120: Disney's Boardwalk Inn Resort Review

If you are debating about which Epcot area resort to try, then listen to us as we discuss Disney's Boardwalk Inn Resort. We talk rooms, dining, shopping, clown pool, and transportation. If you'd like to book the Boardwalk, t...
Aug. 23, 2018

RDR 119: Food Allergies at Disney with Larry from the Disney food allergy group

Today we welcome onto the show Larry Welnowski from the Disney Food Allergy Group. We dive into the question of what do you do when you have food allergies and dinning at the parks. If you have a food allergy and are planin...
Aug. 16, 2018

RDR 118: News and Listener Questions

Check out our new website WDWropedroppers.com You asked questions, we are giving our answers. 1. We are headed to Disneyland in November, what are your must eats, shows, and attractions? 2. How do you get more than 3 fastpass...
Aug. 9, 2018

RDR 117: Talking Disney Vacation Club with Wes from 365 Days of Disney

Today we dive into the Disney Vacation Club with current member Wes from 365 Days of Disney. We discuss price and what you get and if it's worth the investment. If you'd like to follow Wes you can find him on Twitter @365Day...
Aug. 2, 2018

RDR 116: All 47 WDW attractions with Toy Story Land in one day!

Today we welcome back Kent Mullins who succesfuly became the first person to ride all 47 open attractions at Walt Disney World with the new Toy Story Land update in ONE DAY! Enjoy re living the story through his ups and down...
July 26, 2018

RDR 115: Disney Cruise Line Teen Club review with a Teen - Vibe and Edge

Because we are not teenagers, we do not hang out in the teen clubs on the Disney Cruise Line. So today we welcome onto the show Ainsley. Her dad is Joe with Backtothemouse.com and they have been on 10 Disney Cruises and hav...
July 19, 2018

RDR 114: Doug's Trip Report

Doug and his family just spend 9 days at Walt Disney World, including being there for both Toy Story Land opening and the Fourth of July! If you'd like to have a magical Disney vacation, let the Rope Drop Queen plan it for yo...
July 12, 2018

RDR 113: Toy Story Land Review

The newest land in Walt Disney World is now open and Doug got to check it out opening day. We dives into reviews for Slinky Dog Dash and Alien Swirling Saucers as well the theme of the new land and some strategies for rope d...
July 5, 2018

RDR 112: Pixar Fest, Pixar Pier, and Max Pass with Jen from the Disney Parks Moms Panel

Today we head out west to Disneyland where a lot of changes have been happening. Jen from the Disney Parks Moms Panel joins Derek to discuss the changes that have happened to Paradise Pier, now Pixar Pier, as well as the new...
June 28, 2018

RDR 111: Our Top Disney Park Fails

Today Doug and Derek share 10 of their biggest fails at Walt Disney World. We hope you learn from our mistakes. Check out our Patreon site: www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio If you'd like to book a Disney Vacation contact Michel...
June 21, 2018

RDR: 110: Special Needs at Walt Disney World With Maureen from Autism at the Parks.

When your child has special needs is a Walt Disney World vacation worth it? Well today we answer that question with Maureen from Autism at the Parks. She gives strategies on how to enjoy Disney with a family member who has a...
June 14, 2018

RDR 109: Talking Castaway Cay With The DCL Dude Wes

Today we welcome the DCL Dude onto to the show. Wes has been on 15 Disney Cruises and shares his experience and details about navigating Castaway Cay, Disney's own private island. We talk food, excursions, and best places t...
June 7, 2018

RDR 108: Advance Disney Trip Planning with Michelle McKnight

Today we welcome back to the show our sponsor the Rope Drop Queen Michelle McKnight. Last year she talked about trip planning 101 but today we are diving deeper. This is trip planning 202! We discuss advance strategies of ...
May 31, 2018

RDR 107: Star Wars Solo Review

We are full of spoilers today with our take one the most recent Star Wars film, Solo. If you'd like to check out anything Star Wars at Walt Disney World, be sure to talk to Jedi Master Michelle. You can email her at Michelle...
May 29, 2018

Bonus Episode: What to do when it's raining at Walt Disney World recorded live!

Last June we recorded a mini podcast tackling the question of what to do when it's raining at Walt Disney World. With all the rain recently, we decided it'd be a good time to drop this episode. If you'd like to take a magica...
May 24, 2018

RDR 106: Contest, News, and 2 Day Park Strategies

First things first, we are running a contest. To enter give us a written review on iTunes or Stitcher, then message us (so we know your user name). You could win a $50 Disney Gift Card! Some BIG news is happening right now ...
May 17, 2018

RDR 105: Off Disney Day with Jenn

Today we welcome Jenn from WillSavefortravel.com who is going to share some tips on what to do when you are not in the park. Visit her website at WillSaveForTravel.com or on Twitter @willsave4travel And if you'd like to take ...
May 10, 2018

RDR 104: ESPN Wide World of Sports

Today we discuss the ESPN Wide World of Sports down with special guest Julie Jacobs. We talk transportation, facilities, food, and more. If you are going to be visiting Disney World and have an event at the ESPN Wide World ...