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  • runDisney Triumphs, Friendship, First Halfs & Foodie Fun — The Wine & Dine Crew Returns! – Ep. 646

    runDisney Triumphs, Friendship, First Halfs & Foodie Fun — The Wine & Dine Crew Returns! – Ep. 646
    2025/12/15
    From pre-race jitters to finish-line tears, this episode takes you through every moment of Wine & Dine Weekend with honesty, humor, and heart. Holly and Laura completed their first Half Marathons, Kate returned triumphantly after beating cancer, and Samantha paced and cheered her crew every step of the way. Along the journey, the group explored Disney dining favorites old and new, had hilarious expo moments, conquered early-morning wake-ups (and one late one!), celebrated Laura’s birthday in style, and shared the kind of emotional and uplifting stories that remind us exactly why we love this Disney running community. Whether you’re a seasoned runDisney veteran or thinking about your first race, you’ll find inspiration, laughter, and plenty of Disney foodie goodness in this one. 🌟 Highlights from Episode 646 This episode is a celebration of friendship, perseverance, joy, and the Geekin’ family spirit. You’ll be smiling the whole way through. 👑 Plan Your Next Magical Vacation with the Travelin’ Tiaras Are you ready to plan your next Disney adventure? My wife Margita, our good friend Auntie Judy, and I would love to help you plan a magical Disney World, Disneyland, Universal, or Disney Cruise Line vacation. And if you’ve already booked your …
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    1 時間 15 分
  • Riviera Relaxation, runDisney Challenges & New Disney Dining — Lisa Green Returns! – Ep. 645

    Riviera Relaxation, runDisney Challenges & New Disney Dining — Lisa Green Returns! – Ep. 645
    2025/12/08
    This week on the Geekin’ on Walt Disney World Podcast, I’m excited to welcome back someone incredibly special to the show — Lisa Green, my very first podcast guest from all the way back when we started this magical journey! Lisa returns with a beautifully balanced couples-style Disney trip filled with relaxation, foodie discoveries, runDisney achievements, and joyful moments that will make every Geek smile. If you love hearing from our original Super Geeks, you’re in for a treat. 👉 Episode 645 is now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps!Just search “Geekin’ on WDW Podcast.” ✨ Episode Summary For this adventure, Lisa and Ray stayed at the stunning Disney’s Riviera Resort, where they soaked in the quiet beauty of a one-bedroom villa just steps from the Skyliner — complete with fireworks views from the patio. Lisa also completed both the 10K and Half Marathon during runDisney weekend, sharing inspirational stories from the course, the mental challenges, the mile-by-mile journey, and the moments of humor only a seasoned runner can tell. And then… the dining. Oh, the dining.This trip was packed with firsts: new table-service meals, charcuterie discoveries, character breakfasts, resort lounges, and even a dish recommended …
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    1 時間 9 分
  • Two Trips, Two Weekends, and Twice the Magic — Two Glen Kessler Trip Reports – Ep. 644

    Two Trips, Two Weekends, and Twice the Magic — Two Glen Kessler Trip Reports – Ep. 644
    2025/12/01
    This week on the Geekin’ on Walt Disney World Podcast, we welcome back one of our longest-running Super Geeks and great friends — Glen Kessler! Glen joins us with not just one, but two completely different Disney World trips taken just one week apart. From a high-energy boys-only adventure packed with early rope drops, waterpark fun, and Fort Wilderness hijinks… to a relaxing, heartfelt half marathon weekend with Rebecca and friends… this episode is full of great stories, park hacks, food recommendations, and emotional moments that remind us why we love Disney so much. 👉 Listen to Episode 644: We’re on Apple, Spotify and our Libsyn link is: https://geekinonwdw.libsyn.com/two-trips-two-weekends-and-twice-the-magic-two-glen-kessler-trip-reports-ep-644 ✨ Episode Summary Glen first takes us through a long weekend with his three boys — a perfectly planned trip filled with strategy, spontaneity, and those little magical moments you can’t script. Then it’s back to Disney just four days later for a runDisney half marathon weekend. Between France Pavilion brunch, surprise meet-ups with friends, Beacon Barrel fun, and a powerful finish-line moment, Glen brings heart and humor to every part of this episode. Whether you love Geekin’-style park hacks, family trip stories, runDisney energy, or Disney dining adventures, this episode …
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    1 時間 14 分
  • Big Family Trip & Couples Getaway — Kayleen’s Disney World Summer Trips – Ep. 643

    Big Family Trip & Couples Getaway — Kayleen’s Disney World Summer Trips – Ep. 643
    2025/11/24
    Welcome Disney Geeks! 👋This week on the Geekin’ on Walt Disney World Podcast, we welcome back long-time Super Geek Kayleen Stunz, who brings us two magical Disney World trip reports from Summer 2025. Kayleen shares a joyful, energetic, and unforgettable big family vacation — with eight adults and five little ones — plus a totally different style of Disney magic during a September couples getaway with her husband, Scott. From multigenerational memories to peaceful lounge time and hilarious mishaps, this episode is packed with heart, humor, and real-world Disney wisdom. 🎧 Listen to Episode 643 👉 Available on Apple and Spotify ✨ Trip Report #1 — Big Family Adventure at the Grand Floridian Villas Kayleen’s June trip brings the entire family together:👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 8 adults + 5 kids (ages 10 to 3 months!)🏨 Two two-bedroom villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian🎢 Rope drops, Genie+ strategies, character meals, and big smiles 🌼 Highlights from the June Family Trip ✨ Trip Report #2 — A Relaxing Couples Getaway Kayleen and Scott returned in September for a much more relaxed, gourmet, and lounge-focused Disney trip.Three nights at Saratoga Springs + one night at Coronado Springs (including the funniest story of the episode!). 🌙 Highlights from …
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    1 時間 17 分
  • Sailing to Alaska: Comparing Disney, Royal Caribbean & Norwegian Cruises – Ep. 642

    Sailing to Alaska: Comparing Disney, Royal Caribbean & Norwegian Cruises – Ep. 642
    2025/11/17
    🛳️ Show Summary This week, we’re sailing north — way north! — for an epic Alaska Cruise Comparison Show. ❄️We welcome three long-time Super Geeks — Jeff Kessler, Deirdre Watts, and Selena Roll — who each took different cruise lines to Alaska this summer. Jeff cruised with Norwegian, Deirdre with Disney Cruise Line, and Selena with Royal Caribbean — and they’re here to share every detail, from breathtaking glaciers to unforgettable meals, and the differences in onboard experiences. If you’ve ever dreamed of an Alaskan adventure, this episode will help you choose the perfect ship for your next voyage. 👑 Travelin’ Tiaras Promo Are you ready to plan your next Disney vacation — or maybe your own Disney Cruise to Alaska?My wife Margita and our good friend Auntie Judy are the Travelin’ Tiaras, your Disney travel experts! They’ll help you plan a stress-free, fun-filled Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, or Disneyland Paris vacation — and the best part? Their services are completely free when you book with us or transfer an existing booking. 📧 Email: TravelinTiaras@gmail.com📱 Facebook Messenger: Travelin’ Tiaras 🌟 Featuring Highlights from This Episode “I’ve talked with a lot of Super Geeks who rave about the beauty …
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    1 時間 28 分
  • Growing Up Disney: Lindsay’s College Program Stories & Magical Reflections – Ep. 641

    Growing Up Disney: Lindsay’s College Program Stories & Magical Reflections – Ep. 641
    2025/11/10
    ✨ Episode Summary It’s a father–daughter reunion over 11 years in the making!In this heartwarming episode, I’m joined by my original co-host — and the smartest Disney daughter in the world — Lindsay! 💖 Lindsay and I take a nostalgic trip down memory lane as we talk about growing up Disney, starting the Geekin’ on WDW Podcast together, and how her time in the Disney College Program shaped her love of magic, service, and creativity. She also opens up about her passion for Epcot, her behind-the-scenes experiences at Downtown Disney and the Beach Club, and how the Four Keys of Disney training still influence her professional life today. And because this is Lindsay — we geek out about Broadway, too! From Phantom of the Opera to Hadestown, we explore how Disney truly “saved Broadway” and why live theater has become such a meaningful part of our lives. Plus, we read listener questions and comments from Super Geeks including Tom Ellison, Kayleen Stunz, Wendy Fox, Natalie DeAloia, Roxanne Steele, Daniel Ginger, Kevin Curtis Allen, and Glen Kessler. 🏰 Featuring Highlights 🎢 Favorite Quote “The Geek is strong with this one! The mics are on, the memories are flowing with my favorite …
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    1 時間 8 分
  • Disney’s Grand Floridian to the Poly Tower: Auntie Judy’s Monorail Resort Hopping – Ep. 640

    Disney’s Grand Floridian to the Poly Tower: Auntie Judy’s Monorail Resort Hopping – Ep. 640
    2025/11/03
    This week on the Geekin’ on Walt Disney World Podcast, I’m joined by our good friend and Travelin’ Tiara herself — Auntie Judy!Judy and Ken joined Margita and me for an unforgettable September stay along the monorail loop — including first-time experiences at the Grand Floridian Villas, Bay Lake Tower, and the brand-new Polynesian DVC Tower! It’s a fun-filled episode packed with resort-hopping stories, dining adventures, and even a wild evacuation moment on Ratatouille that only a true Geek could appreciate! 🌴 This Week’s Episode Judy shares her unique take on our four-resort “monorail crawl” — where we switched rooms several times and sampled some of Disney’s finest DVC resorts. You’ll hear about: Judy also shares her favorite magical moments — from meeting up with fellow Geeks in the parks to why she always reminds travelers to “be flexible” and enjoy the magic as it comes. 🏰 Episode Highlights 👑 Travelin’ Tiaras Disney Vacation Planning Are you ready to plan your next Disney vacation? My wife Margita and our good friend Auntie Judy are the Travelin’ Tiaras — your Disney travel experts! They’ll help you plan a stress-free, fun-filled Disney World, Disneyland, Disneyland Paris or Disney Cruise Line vacation — …
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    1 時間 9 分
  • 🎙 Bay Lake Birthday Magic & Princess Moments with Jen Batchelder – Ep. 639

    🎙 Bay Lake Birthday Magic & Princess Moments with Jen Batchelder – Ep. 639
    2025/10/27
    This week on the Geekin’ on Walt Disney World Podcast, I welcome back long-time Super Geek and dear friend Jen Batchelder! Jen just returned from a magical September trip celebrating family birthdays at Bay Lake Tower, and she’s here to share her heartwarming family adventure — filled with fireworks, fairytales, and unforgettable princess moments. 🌴 This Week’s Episode Jen planned the ultimate family celebration — staying in a Bay Lake Tower one-bedroom villa with stunning Magic Kingdom views, celebrating her daughter Peyton’s birthday, and introducing her 4-year-old great-niece Ellie to the full Disney magic experience. From the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique transformation that brought tears of joy to a sweet breakfast moment in Fantasyland, Jen’s trip was packed with those special Disney touches that remind us why we love the magic so much. 🏰 Highlights from Jen’s Trip Report Jen shares beautiful details about quiet mornings with coffee at the Contemporary, how the cast members made Ellie’s trip unforgettable, and even a few expert tips on pacing your day to avoid meltdowns and maximize the magic. 👑 Travelin’ Tiaras Disney Vacation Planning Are you ready to plan your next Disney vacation? My wife Margita and our good friend Auntie Judy are …
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    1 時間 10 分