Episodes
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 ...
May 3, 2018
RDR 103: Marvel Special/Infinity War Review
Today we start by answering some questions we get about what Marvel attractions and characters you can find in the parks. We also talk Marvel Day at Sea, Disney Paris, and our favorite MCU films. We then dive into our thoug...
April 26, 2018
RDR 102: Animal Kingdom Celebrates It's 20th Anniversary
Today we welcome Debbie and John Raises who met at Animal Kingdom 20 years ago when the park originally opened! They discuss what the park was like in 1998, how attractions have evolved, and their thoughts on Pandora. You wo...
April 19, 2018
RDR 101: Disney Magic Updates, Swan and Dolphin Review, Flower and Garden report, with Back to the Mouse Joe Kaplan
Today we welcome to show from Backtothemouse.com Joseph Kaplan, who discusses his recent Disney Cruise and trip to Walt Disney World. He gives us a review of Swan and Dolphin and Flower and Garden. If you'd like a free quote...
April 12, 2018
It's our Special 100th Episode!
Thank you for listening to Rope Drop Radio! Today we give thanks to all of those who have helped our show over the last two years! We also dive into the future of what's to come with a Disney Meet up, Trivia Night, and a Ro...
April 5, 2018
RDR 99: Disney News and One Day Magic Kingdom Strategies
After we discuss some Toy Story and Universal Horror Nights news we dive into a strategy on how best to do Magic Kingdom in a day. We talk Dining, fastpasses, rope drop, with tall kids, and short kids... If you have a confer...
March 29, 2018
RDR 98: Doug's Disney Dream trip report
This week we relive Doug's recent trip onboard the Disney Dream. Doug has been on all four Disney Cruise Line Ships, hear how this one stacks up. We talk about the new Beauty and the Beast show, Dining, Kids clubs, and more...
March 22, 2018
RDR 97: Universal trip report with guest Samantha McKnight
Today we head North of Walt Disney World to Universal Studios where Doug and his family enjoyed 2 nights at Loews Portofino Bay and 2 full days at both Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios. Doug is joined by his 12 yea...
March 15, 2018
RDR 96: Disney News, Rumors, and Listener Questions
After some festival news and a Black Panther Rumor, we answer your questions. What time will Magical Express Pick me up? Why we go back so often? Will there be a discount before Star Wars Land opens? How do you use the Fantas...
March 8, 2018
RDR 95: All 47 WDW attractions in One Day!
You're in for a real treat as we I interview Kent Mullins and learn how he successfully accomplished FORTHY-SEVEN Walt Disney World attractions in just one day. He is one of only 19 people EVER that are able to boast that im...
March 1, 2018
RDR 94: Disney News and Where not to eat at Disney World
We've talked a lot about our favorite dining options from table service to character meals to quick service... but we've never touched on what to avoid until now! Find out what our reconditions would be to stay away from alon...
Feb. 22, 2018
RDR 93: Interview with best selling Disney author Aaron H. Goldberg
This week we sit down with Aaron H. Goldberg, best-selling author of The Disney Story: Chronicling the Man, the Mouse, and Parks, and Disney Declassified: Tales of Real-Life Scandals, Sex, Accidents, and Deaths to discuss his...
Feb. 15, 2018
RDR 92: All Star Sports, Movies, and Music Review
Today we discuss the ins and outs of 3 value resorts on Disney property, All Star Sports, Music, and Movies. We talk about the dinning, transportation, rooms, and some tips to help you plan a better vacation from these affor...
Feb. 12, 2018
Bonus Episode: Live Garden Grill Review with Kids!
Today we let Olivia and Declan help give a review live from Epcot. We cover our recent dinning experience at The Garden Grill.
Feb. 9, 2018
RDR 91: Disney News and Derek's Daddy Kids Trip Report
Today's episode we relive Derek's Daddy-Kids trip and talk single-parent strategies for a Disney vacation. From capitalizing on Fast Passes to making the most (or not) of the Dining Plan, we cover some great tips for a short...
Feb. 2, 2018
RDR 90: Disney Cruise Line VS Royal Caribbean Cruises
Today we debate the age old question. Should I book a cruise with Disney or Royal Caribbean. And to help us answer that question we bring on Michelle McKnight who has been on a dozen cruises between the two lines. She'll c...
Jan. 25, 2018
RDR 89: A Mothers Prespective with Jennifer L from the Disney Parks Moms Panel
Get a mom's perspective today as we are joined by Jennifer L from the Disney Parks Mom's Panel! She shares her story about becoming part of the Panel along with her own experiences and must-do's at the Parks! If you'd like t...
Jan. 18, 2018
RDR 88: Eating On A Budget At Epcot And Hollywood Studios
Today we are spending $40 on food at Hollywood Studios and another $40 at Epcot. We give tips for best value restaurants and help you save money while getting full! If you like food this episode is for YOU! If you'd like to...