New York Times Bestselling author, J. Elle joins the show to talk all about her new original prequel to The Little Mermaid live action film, Against The Tide!J talks about what made her want to become a writer, her favorite authors, and her love for Disney and The Little Mermaid!Follow J. Elle on social media @authorjelle

On this episode, Ryan is joined by singer/songwriter/podcaster, Tammy Tuckey!Tammy is a renowned singer and songwriter, best known for her popular podcast, The Tiara Talk Show which is now a live YouTube show called The Tammy Tuckey Show! Today, we'll dive into Tammy's experiences working with Disney, her passion for music, and her new album Glowing in Timeless Places featuring covers of Disney theme park music and original songs.Tammy's websiteTammy's InstagramPre-order Glowing in Timeless PlacesThe Tammy Tuckey Show

We are going to Paris....Disneyland Paris!In this episode,  influencer Megan, from MeganLovesMagic, shares her favorite Disneyland Paris rides, snacks, and more!Whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice to help you make the most of your time at Disneyland Paris!Follow MeganLovesMagic!

Join us on this week's episode as we sit down with the talented digital illustrator, Jerrod Maruyama. With a passion for Disney and all things cute, Jerrod has made a name for himself in the world of digital illustration. He has brought to life countless beloved Disney characters and created his own unique style that has captured the hearts of fans and brands around the world!Jerrod shares his process, the tools behind his work, and the challenges he has faced along the way. Whether you're a fan of Disney, digital illustration, or just appreciate the magic of art, you will be inspired by the magic of Jerrod Maruyama!Jerrod's WebsiteFollow Jerrod on Instagram

This week, Sean "Fletch" Fletcher from The Op Games talks about his experience as senior game designer for Disney Sorcerer's Arena: Epic Alliances! It's the perfect gift for any Disney fan this holiday season!Fletch and Ryan talk about Disney Park favorites, playing Sorcerer's Arena: Epic Alliances, why board games are important and more!Check out the board games as well as the two expansion packs at The Op Games website!Follow The Op Games on Instagram!

Disney Legend, Linda Larkin, joins the show to talk all things Aladdin!Linda talks to Ryan about her experience recording the voice for Princess Jasmine for the feature film, Aladdin, as well as the TV Series and other projects!We also learn how being true and authentic to yourself is the most magical way to be!It's.....all so magical!Follow Linda Larkin on Instagram!Linda Larkin's Website

This week we have award-winning scenic designer/production designer/illustrator, Stanley A. Meyer!Stanley designed the original Broadway production of Beauty and the Beast as well as every major production following, including the latest UK touring production!Be Our Guest as Stanley shares his experiences designing these productions and others.......including a Disney Parks show from the heydays of MGM Studios!

We are talking about Disney/Pixar’s Turning Red with NY filmmaker/artist Liann Kaye!Liann talks with Ryan about Asian representation in Disney films/Hollywood as well as how Turning Red spoke to her own personal experiences growing up!Follow Liann:Liann Kaye's WebsiteYouTubeInstagramTikTokWatch The Blessing series

On this episode, we talk with Disney fan/social media influencer, Elantrice!Elantrice created the popular Diz Thru Brown Eyes blog and can be found sharing the latest Disney Park News and merchandise on Instagram @dizthrubrowneyesElantrice shares their favorite Disney merchandise items, D23 experiences, and reminisces about the Disney Store from the 90s!We also get some ideas about how to maintain our own mental health/positivity!

This week we have Wolf Burchard, curator of the Inspiring Walt Disney: The Animation of French Decorative Arts exhibit!The exhibit was featured at The Met in New York City from December 2021-March 2022 and showcased works/pieces that inspired Walt Disney animators in their creation of Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and Beauty and the Beast!Wolf talks about being a curator, how the exhibit started, and where you can check out the exhibit next!Be sure to check out Wolf’s book, Inspiring Walt Disney: The Animation of French Decorative Arts!

One of the best parts about visiting a Disney Park.....is the cast members!!This week leadership development consultants Rebecca Morgan and J.B. Adams, hosts of the Leadership Life Stories podcast, talk with Ryan about their experience as former Walt Disney World Cast Members!Rebecca, J.B., and Ryan talk about leadership at Disney, the 50th anniversary, and they even play a couple of games!!Be sure to check out the Leadership Life Stories podcast to hear Rebecca and J.B.’s conversation with some of Walt Disney World's outstanding former leaders!

It's the Holiday season!Let's usher in the holiday season by learning all about a Disneyland/Walt Disney World tradition- the Candlelight Processional!Steve Smith, author and Guest Experience & Entertainment Operations Manager with the Disney Imagination Campus at Walt Disney World, tells us all about this magical tradition!We also get Steve's tips about visiting Disney World and his favorite holiday treats/traditions!Connect with Steve on LinkedInCheck out Steve's collection of children's books- available now!Follow Steve on Instagram

Let's Get Together........and explore The Parent Trap!Special Guest Shoshana Greenberg (book writer and lyricist, librettist, playwright, singer, freelance theater journalist, and podcast host of Scene to Song) joins Ryan to discuss the 1961 Disney classic The Parent Trap, starring Hayley Mills........and Hayley Mills!Hop on your Disney Plus account and follow along as Shoshana and Ryan discuss their favorite scenes, fun facts, and memories of this fun, classic film!Be sure to check out Shoshana's podcast, Scene to Song, if you're a musical theater lover!Follow Shoshana:Shoshana's WebsiteScene to Song PodcastInstagramTwitter

Be Flexible!Pack Your Patience!See the Gingerbread Houses!On our New Episode this week, we have the Mousekemoms from Kingdom and Cruise Travel giving us all their tips for a fun Disney vacation including some Holiday ideas!!The Mousekemoms host their own weekly podcast where they discuss all things related to Disney travel and vacations!Ryan gets The Mousekemoms' thoughts on what to do at Disney during the holidays, some ideas on converting a non-Disney believer (!), and much more!Follow the Mousekemoms on Instagram, read their blog,  and join their Facebook group for more fun!Register for the Master Your Disney Vacation Master Class!Check out Kingdom and Cruise Travel and let them magically plan your entire Disney vacation!

Happy Halloween!!It's a special bonus episode featuring a surprise guest.......Jason Marsden!!You know Jason aka Mars from all your favorite 90's TV shows (Full House, Step by Step, Boy Meets World to name a few)!Mars is also a longtime member of the Disney family most notably as the voice of Max from A Goofy Movie and Thackery Binx from Hocus Pocus!!Take a listen and learn more about Mars' experience making one of our favorite Halloween films!Follow Mars:TwitterInstagramTikTokThe Mars Variety ShowCheck out the Live Action Lester's Possum Park movie from A Goofy Movie mentioned in the show!

Welcome to Season 2!!Kicking off this season with special guests Conor Perkins and Caroline Aimetti, hosts of the popular show Poor Unfortunate Podcast!Ryan, Conor, and Caroline discuss the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World and what they are looking forward to the most!We learn all about Poor Unfortunate Podcast including how the show started, where the awesome theme song came from, plus episode highlights and more!Finally, these three play a game involving the Disney Princes........what game, you ask?? You will have to listen and find out!Listen/follow/love Poor Unfortunate Podcast here!Follow Poor Unfortunate Podcast on Instagram and Twitter!Join the Poor Unfortunate Fam on Facebook!

It's our Season 1 Finale!!Have you dreamed of a Disney Wedding?!Returning guest Risa Xu joins us along with her husband, Nick! We get all the magical details about their Walt Disney World wedding including whose idea it was! The answer might surprise you!Thanks to everyone who joined us during our 1st season! We will be back with more magic in the fall!See ya real soon!

Theme park journalist and podcast host (Very Amusing), Carlye Wisel joins Ryan to discuss the latest Disney happenings!We get a glimpse of Carlye's journey into journalism....and Disney! #thankyoubachelorettepartyCheck out Carlye's podcast Very Amusing, where Carlye takes you inside some of the behind the scenes stories, shenanigans, and secrets of the Disney and Universal theme parks!Check out Carlye's work at www.carlyewisel.comFollow Carlye on Twitter and Instagram

This week we are celebrating our podcast pals!Molly and Ashby, two of the hosts of Podcast.You.Are.All.Clear, a chatty podcast about theme parks, are our guests!We learn all about the creation of this funny, informative, and joyful podcast as well as discuss some important Disney news!Molly and Ashby give us their take on:Extra Magic Hours- friend or foe?Fast Passes- are they coming back?We also learn about Cheryl, the mystery third host! Where are you, Cheryl?!Check out Podcast.You.Are.All.Clear on Apple PodcastsFollow Podcast.You.Are.All.Clear on InstagramCheck out Ashby's Instagram for links to his Twitter, Twitch, and Youtube sites!

"After Today" you will want to get out "On The Open Road" for your own Goofy Movie road trip!  See what we did there? On this week's episode, returning guest Jacquie Militano comes on to talk with Ryan about one of their favorite Disney films, A Goofy Movie!We talk about the cast, the songs, our favorite moments, and Jacquie tells you how you can have your own road trip inspired by the stops Goofy and Max make in the movie!!Be sure to check out Jacquie's Instagram to see her flash mob wedding dance (featuring Ryan doing the perfect cast!!)Follow Jacquie:@jacquiewithaquJacquie's website