Listener Reviews

I started listening to you guys right before my most recent trip to Disney and have been hooked on this show ever since. I’m always excited to see what the newest episode is going to be about. Overall a great entertaining podcast if you love all things Walt Disney world.

These two gentlemen took the time to join us on Black Spire Broadcast, and they host a fantastic show on all things Disney! Highly recommend!

We took our kids (ages 3 and 6) on their first Disney trip and I can say definitively that this podcast made a HUGE difference in our trip planning! I’ve heard a lot of complaints about recent Disney changes (genie+, lightning lanes, etc.) but thanks to Rope Drop Radio I was totally prepared, knew exactly what to do, and we had the best trip ever! We already booked a trip back and you can bet I’ll continue listening! Thank you so much!

Enjoyable and informative.

I just found your Podcast and love the practical touring advice you provide. As an avid rope dropper your perspective is very insightful. Keep up the great work and thanks for all you do!!

I enjoy listening to Doug, Derek, and their occasional friends/guests. Down to earth and relatable information that anyone who listens will be able to learn from whether your a newbie or a veteran to Disney World. Love the trip reports the most(more, please) 😀

Listening to Derek and Doug talk about Disney almost makes me feel like I’m at the park too! Been listening for a little over a year now and I can say this podcast is 100% my favorite. Thanks for everything you do to spread the magic. 🎇✨

What’s a great podcast! So so helpful in planning your trip. Love the practical advice and fun conversation! Really great listen

Informative. Fun. Friendly. Rope drop radio is the best listening experience when searching for a Disney podcast. Everyone should be listening to this show. From Rich.

Ignore the negative review guys, the show is excellent! Derek and Doug are both charming, informative and kind. Keep up the good work. Ps, my wife and I are heading to Disneyland for the first time ever next weekend.. any first timer tips for a WDW regular?? -Dan from Michigan

Very useful info on managing your trips to DWD. Love the banter. One of my favorites. I always smile when I see it in my queue.

This is one of my favorite Disney podcasts! Thanks for brightening my Friday’s!

This Disney podcast is great for the whole family ! Whenever we are going to be in the car for a while, my 10 year old will ask if Doug and Derek have any new episodes. These guys are hilarious and very knowledgeable. Thanks guys!

Updating my review! Always look forward to the fun and informative podcast by the Rope Drop team. Also-You guys also have the best special guests (Michelle! Chrissy!, Len!). Great pod for those traveling to Disney as adults or with kids.

I am so thankful I found this podcast! I love listening to Derek and Doug. The podcast provides great information for all Disney goers (new and seasoned) and lots of entertainment for this TA who is missing Disney while at her day job. Only complaint is I need more episodes each week! LOL I had to go back and start from the first episode (Don’t worry guys, I know some of the info is outdated. RIP fast passes)

I was so lucky to stumble upon Rope Drop Radio while planning for me and my son’s first WDW trip. Doug and Derek together along with Michelle have helped me plan the most out of our upcoming trip. I am so happy these Disney Dads are here to help us first timers get through the ins and outs of the parks, and i will never stop listening. THANKYOU ROPE DROP RADIO!!!!!!!!!!

While planning for previous Disney trips, I listened to a lot of Disney podcasts. I have since purged many of them from my subscriptions, but not this one. Maybe it’s because I’m a fellow Husker, but I think distance from WDW is what makes them so great as they can still appreciate the good while being critical of the bad without being negative or snarky, something that is surprisingly hard to come by despite the sheer number of WDW podcasts.

Solid content on a variety of subjects that keeps moving. Informative on park details that seem to change regularly. Appreciate the positivity, and enthusiasm, too many are nothing more than negative gripe sessions. Thanks for all the hard work.

I listen to a lot of Disney podcasts and this is my new favorite. Derek and Doug make me laugh throughout each episode with their sarcasm. My favorite shows are the trip reports…they’re as close as I’ll ever get to a Deluxe WDW hotel! Each episode provides some helpful info to take with you on your next Disney trip. Thanks for the great content.

I love this podcast and the insight I get from two dudes that love Disney as much as I do. I work nights, so when I see a RDR episode drop I know it’s going to be a good night. I appreciate the trip reviews and the people brought onto the show from a wide variety is a huge bonus! Thanks for all you do and keep up the awesome and honest critiques of all things Disney.

I discovered this podcast after having a case of post-trip blues and Derek and Doug were just what I needed! The show is fun, informative, and makes me feel like a part of their conversations. Whether it's sitting at my desk or listening before I go to bed, this is a great podcast for anyone who loves the Disney parks. Keep up the awesome work and know that you guys bring so much happiness into my day!

One of the best Disney travel podcasts out there. It’s great for first-timers and veterans alike. Derek and Doug are funny, welcoming and very relatable. Don’t miss out!

Great topics and tips on the parks. Like the pod guest including Doug and Derek family members. Our kids loved the story about Michelle’s lost mobile phone, we lost a mobile phone on Tough to Be a Bug a few years ago!

Found this podcast back in March and have been listening weekly ever since. Derek and Doug share many helpful planning tips and fun trip reviews. Listening is a great way to keep up to date with what is going on in the parks and on the cruise line. Highly recommend!