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Be Our Guest WDW Podcast

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This award-winning podcast features Monday, Wednesday, and Friday shows that focus on Disney resorts, theme parks, attractions, restaurants, dining, runDisney, vacation tips and much more. Join hosts Mike Rahlmann, Rikki Niblett, Scott Gardner, and Pam Forrester and take a fun and family-friendly dive into the world of Disney vacation planning.

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Christmas Eve in the BOGP Studios - 2023 - BOGP 2411

December 24, 2023 21:00 - 48 minutes - 66.5 MB

Mike, Pam, Scott, and Rikki are here for our annual tradition of "Christmas Eve in the BOGP Studios!" This is the night where we put a log on the fire, pass around the Egg Nog, and exchange our gifts with each other. What will we give each other this year? Also, we discuss our favorite Christmas drinks and playlists! What are yours? Reach out on social media and let us know! Merry Christmas! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you...

Mike & Scott Preview Their Marathon Weekend 2024 Trips - Resorts, ADRs, Race Plans, More - BOGP 2410

December 22, 2023 02:00 - 48 minutes - 67.1 MB

Merry Christmas, everyone! Today, Mike & Scott are here discussing their plans for their upcoming trips to Walt Disney World for Marathon Weekend 2024! Scott is going down early to celebrate New Years Eve at Epcot with his family and we hear about his split-stay at Port Orleans French Quarter (for the first time) and Caribbean Beach! Mike talks about his upcoming stay at Coronado Springs as well! We also go through our ADRs for the trip, what theme parks we plan to visit, plans for the races...

BOGP Open Line - December 17, 2023 - Animal Kingdom Lodge Review, Upgrades at Check-in, Expo at Disneyland, Cheering at WDW, More - BOGP 2410

December 21, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 109 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, December 17, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott were back together to take your calls for the hour on a variety of fun Disney topics!  First, we got a great call from Listener Brandon in New Hampshire discussing his stay last week at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge with thoughts on the resort, some nice dining reviews and more!  We also hear from Listener Phil from Florida about a time he got an upgrade offer at check-in that he had...

Listener Questions - December 20, 2023 - Tips for Expectant Mothers, Booking DCL Port Adventures, Best Space Mountain, NYE Epcot Fireworks, More - BOGP 2409

December 20, 2023 02:00 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MB

Happy Wednesday, everyone! Mike, Pam, and Rikki are here today answering your Listener Questions! Today we discuss tips for visiting Walt Disney World and Disneyland when you are expecting, trying to catch the New Years Eve fireworks with a 10PM San Angel Inn ADR, ranking the "Space Mountains" around the world, tips for booking your Port Adventures with Disney Cruise Line, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so muc...

Christmas at Walt Disney World; Animal Kingdom Lodge; Aulani Tips & Thoughts - BOGP 2408

December 18, 2023 02:00 - 54 minutes - 74.9 MB

Happy Holidays, everyone! Today, we are headed out to California to speak with Listener Kristen about her Christmas trip to Walt Disney World this time last year! This was a very special trip, as her adult son was finally able to meet up with her and her husband for Christmas after years of being a college basketball player! Hear how he traveled all the way from Hawaii (where he went to school), their stay at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, Christmas Eve at Citrico's, playing golf, and much m...

Our Most Shocking Moments at Walt Disney World - BOGP 2407

December 15, 2023 02:00 - 42 minutes - 58.5 MB

Mike, Pam, and Rikki are here today and we are sharing the most shocking experiences we have been a part of at Walt Disney World! From bills at meals that have taken our breath away to crowd behavior that has gotten a bit out of control to technology that had us rubbing our eyes in disbelief, we share lots of stories! Plus, we discuss times where we didn't think we were every going to be able to leave Walt Disney World after the most amazing shows we have ever seen! We can't wait to hear YOU...

BOGP Open Line - December 10, 2023 - Marathon Weekend Final Prep, Performing at WDW Memories, Trader Sam’s Tips, More - BOGP 2406

December 14, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 94.7 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, December 10, 2023!  During this show, Mike was flying solo, but it wasn't an issue with so many great calls!  We discussed final preps for Marathon Weekend, including thoughts on staying at Coronado Springs and trying to sneak in a trip over to Trader Sam's before the events get rolling!  We also get a great mini-trip report discussing a dance trip, complete with a performance at Disney's Hollywood Studios and a parade down Main Stre...

Listener Questions - December 13, 2023 - Combining ADRs, 12 Hours in Epcot Plan, 1st Trip for Baby, Accessibility Questions, More - BOGP 2305

December 13, 2023 02:00 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MB

Happy Wednesday, everyone! Mike, Pam, and Rikki are here today answering your Listener Questions! Today we discuss tips to combine two groups that both have ADRs at similar times that want to sit together at Steakhouse '71, a plan for a 12-hour trip to Epcot this Saturday, a first-trip this week with a baby, wheelchair-accessibility concerns and transportation, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your s...

Two Trip Reports - Daughter’s Beach Club Villas/Sapphire Falls Graduation Celebration; Best Friend’s ”Highlight Reel” 45 Mile Extravaganza - BOGP 2404

December 11, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 85.3 MB

We are excited to speak with Listener Lesley from California today about two recent Universal/Walt Disney World vacation! First, we discuss what it is like to grow up in Southern California around the Disneyland Resort. Then, we talk about her daughter's high school graduation trip to Universal/Walt Disney World where they stayed at Sapphire Falls and a 2-Bedroom Villa at Disney's Beach Club Villas! We discuss great meals at Yak & Yeti, Homecomin', experiences on Tron', Guardians of the Gala...

More Listener Questions - December 8, 2023 - Percentage of Guests on Dining Plan, Shocking Disney Dining Bills, 1st To Do on Wish, Disneyland 2024 Festivals, More - BOGP 2403

December 08, 2023 02:00 - 49 minutes - 68.5 MB

Mike, Pam, and Scott are back today answering more of your Listener Questions! Today we discuss what percentage of Walt Disney World guests we think are on the Disney Dining Plan, what has been our most "shocking" bill we have ever received at a Walt Disney World restaurant, suggestions for first thing to do when boarding the Disney Wish, discussion of the 2024 Disneyland festivals, and more! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank yo...

BOGP Open Line - December 3, 2023 - Best Small Shopping Locations at WDW, Surprising Kids with Cruise, Disneyland Paris Tips, More - BOGP 2402

December 07, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 92.4 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, December 3, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott were back together to take your calls for the hour on a variety of fun Disney topics!  First, we discussed where some of our favorite smaller shopping areas/stores are on Walt Disney World property.  Then, we took some great calls on ideas of how to surprise the kids with a Disney Cruise on Christmas morning, tips for visiting Disneyland Paris (and Paris in general), getting ready for...

Listener Questions - December 4, 2023 - Travel Hacks, Sci-Fi Dine In or Mama Melrose, Tips For One Day Ultimate Tour, Saratoga Springs Resort Tips, More - BOGP 2401

December 06, 2023 02:00 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MB

Happy Wednesday, everyone! Mike, Pam, and Scott are here today answering your Listener Questions! Today get some very useful travel "hacks" from a listener and then add to the list, discuss if Sci-Fi Dine In or Mama Melrose is best for dinner with a Fantasmic show, walk through a one-day ultimate tour of Epcot and DHS for a family of 5, give some tips for Saratoga Springs Resort, Olivia's Cafe, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast....

Scott’s 40th Birthday Aulani Adventure - Part 1 - Logistics, Resort Rooms, Pools, Dining, Entertainment, More - BOGP 2400

December 04, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 107 MB

Today Mike & Scott are together to finally dive into the details of Scott's big 40th birthday trip to Disney's Aulani Resort & Spa from back in October! We know we can't fit this all into one show, so today we just focus on how the trip came together, the logistics of planning and getting from Michigan to Hawaii, and the details of Aulani proper - the resort rooms, dining experiences, pools & beaches, entertainment and more! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www...

Favorite Niche Celebrations at Walt Disney World - BOGP 2399

December 01, 2023 02:00 - 42 minutes - 58.3 MB

Mike, Pam, and Rikki are here today to discuss some of our favorite "niche" celebrations from years gone by at Walt Disney World! From the "Frozen Summer" at Disney's Hollywood Studios where you could ice skate and literally "build a snowman" to Star Wars Weekends, Super Soap Weekends, ESPN: The Weekend, the Happiest Celebration on Earth & more, we talk about what we loved about these events! Then, we discuss why recent celebrations haven't connected with us as deeply as these past celebrati...

BONUS: Mike in the Midwest - Episode 175 - 50 Years & A Million Blessings - BOGP 2398

November 30, 2023 02:00 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MB

Today we are sharing our weekly Patreon show "Mike in the Midwest" with everyone since we missed our Live Call-in Show this past Sunday night!  This is where Mike shares everything happening behind-the-scenes here in Missouri and around the BOGP Studios.  If you would like to support the show at just $5.00 a month, join us at www.patreon.com/beourguestpodcast.  Thank you so much!   

Listener Questions - Last-Minute Mother/Daughter Trip, Perfect Old-Fashioned, To Split-Stay or Not, Cookies Everywhere - BOGP 2397

November 29, 2023 02:00 - 47 minutes - 65.3 MB

Happy Wednesday, everyone! Mike, Pam, and Rikki are here today answering your Listener Questions! Today we discuss ideas to make a last-minute mother/daughter trip even better (it happens in just 2 weeks!), ideas on where to find the perfect old-fashioned for a husband that is not the biggest Disney fan, thoughts on a split stay, ideas on Extra Evening Hours for Deluxe guests, booking onboard activities with Disney Cruise Line, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our...

Disneyland Resort With 2 Young Princesses, Meeting Characters Galore, Awesome Touring & Snacking Tips, More - BOGP 2396

November 27, 2023 02:00 - 55 minutes - 76.5 MB

I'm so excited to get to speak with Listener Ashley from Arizona today about her recent trip to the Disneyland Resort with her husband and 2 young girls! Hear about their off-site stay, touring the theme parks pretty "hard", meeting characters galore, great use of Park Hopping and Genie+, awesome snack suggestions and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the...

Best Places To Get ”Stuffed” at Walt Disney World - BOGP 2395

November 24, 2023 02:00 - 39 minutes - 54.3 MB

Happy "Black Friday", everyone! We hope you are having a nice Thanksgiving holiday! Today, Mike, Pam and Rikki are here with our places around Walt Disney World where we leave absolutely stuffed! From both table-service and counter-service locations, buffets and even dessert locations, where do we have zero self-control and leave in pain every trip! Also, did your locations make our list? Let us know! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com. ...

BOGP Open Line - November 19, 2023 - Disneyland/DCL Counter-Service Recommendations, Unwritten Rules for WDW, Jollywood Nights ”Improvements”, More - BOPG 2394

November 23, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 85.8 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, November 19, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott were back together to take your calls for the hour on a variety of fun Disney topics!  First, we discussed some recommendations for counter-service meals at both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park.  Then, we got some great calls with thoughts on how it seems "Jollywood Nights" over at Disney's Hollywood Studios have improved this week since the first party last week.  We...

Listener Questions - November 22, 2023 - Post-Cruise Hotel, Dopey Packing Thoughts, Jollywood Nights Corrections, More - BOGP 2393

November 22, 2023 02:00 - 53 minutes - 73.3 MB

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! We are so very thankful you take the time to listen to our show! Mike, Pam, and Rikki are here today answering some fun Listener Questions! Today we discuss thoughts on if "Jollywood Nights" has gotten to be a better experience for guests after the first-night, what not to forget to pack for guests running their first Dopey Challenge in January, not-to-miss experiences both attractions and dining for a first-time Walt Disney World visitor, resort options for a p...

Disney Wonder Alaska Cruise with 14 Friends; Drinking Glaciers & Whale-Watching; Fun For Everyone - BOGP 2392

November 20, 2023 02:00 - 55 minutes - 76.1 MB

We are excited to get Thanksgiving Week here in the United States started with a fun trip report with our friend Betsy from Virginia! We talk about her amazing Disney Cruise to Alaska on the Wonder with her group of 14! Hear about how this cruise came together during COVID, the logistics of planning with a larger group, travel across the country to the west coast, thoughts on the Disney Wonder, amazing excursions that you wouldn't want to miss, dining reviews, thoughts on the experiences fro...

Unwritten Rules For Walt Disney World & Disney Cruise Line - BOGP 2391

November 17, 2023 02:00 - 51 minutes - 71.7 MB

Mike, Scott, and Rikki are here today with a topic that we want to get your input on! We discuss some of our "unwritten rules" for your next Walt Disney World, Disneyland, or Disney Cruise Line vacation. We discuss saving tables at counter-service restaurants, saving loungers at pools, waiting for the buses at the moderate resorts, waiting for a parade/fireworks, and more! We would love to hear your "unwritten rules" for your trips @BeOurGuestMike! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please ...

BOGP Open Line - November 12, 2023 - Initial Jollywood Nights Discussion, Thanksgiving Dining Advice, Aulani Tips, More - BOGP 2390

November 16, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 98.1 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, November 12, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott were back together to take your calls for the hour on a variety of fun Disney topics!  First, we discussed what we saw on social media from the first Jollywood Nights event at Disney's Hollywood Studios.  What did we like and what would we like Disney to work on for the remainder of the parties?  Listener Beth (who was at the first party) calls in to give her perspective, which was v...

Listener Questions - November 15, 2023 - One Day @ Epcot Plan, WDW Firehouses, Best Character Breakfast, More - BOGP 2389

November 15, 2023 02:00 - 49 minutes - 69.1 MB

Mike, Scott, and Rikki are here today answering some fun Listener Questions! We start with a question about if a family should skip the annual Walt Disney World vacation for a trip out west to Disneyland for the very first time! Then, we discuss a possible one-day only trip to Epcot for a first-timer who will be down with a co-worker on a work trip! We also get a great question from a family from Ireland asking us to choose between Garden Grill, Topolino''s Terrace, or Cape May Cafe for a ch...

Disney’s Pop Century Resort, 1st Half-Marathon @ Wine & Dine, Family Celebrations, November 2023 - BOGP 2388

November 13, 2023 02:00 - 59 minutes - 82 MB

Today we are excited to head out to Richmond, Virginia to speak with Listener Krista about her trip to Walt Disney World last weekend for the Wine & Dine Half-Marathon! This was her first-ever half marathon event anywhere, so this was really special! Hear about her stay with her parents and sister, who was also celebrating her 21st birthday on the trip! We talk about fun times at Disney Springs, Epcot (great thoughts on the Food & Wine Festival), Disney's Hollywood Studios, and more! Of cour...

Jollywood Nights Preview & Where In Walt Disney World or Disneyland Would You.. - BOGP 2387

November 10, 2023 02:00 - 51 minutes - 70.5 MB

Mike, Pam, and Rikki are back today with a preview of Jollywood Nights, the new hard-ticket event that kicks-off this weekend at Disney's Hollywood Studios! Both Rikki and Pam will be at the first party so we discuss the showtimes and schedules, and each of their plans to try to see it all! Then, we discuss a question that Mike saw on Twitter about where a great spot would be in the theme parks to read a book! That got him to thinking about other things! Where is the best steak at Walt Disne...

BOGP Open Line - November 5, 2023 - Wine & Dine Race Wrap, Dennis Trip Thoughts, ADR Advice for Space, Scott’s Mistake? - BOGP 2386

November 09, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 92.3 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, November 5, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott were back together to take your calls for the hour on a variety of fun Disney topics!  First, we recap our thoughts on the runDisney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend and remember the races and parties from years gone by!  Then, we get a great call from Listener Dennis in Indiana with a quick Universal/WDW trip report from last month!  Listener Matt from Pennsylvania also calls in wit...

Listener Questions - November 8, 2023 - Parking an RV, Benefits of a Disney Cruise, A Tall 2 Year Old, Small Moments on Trips, More - BOGP 2385

November 08, 2023 02:00 - 46 minutes - 64.9 MB

Mike, Rikki, & Pam are here today answering your awesome Listener Questions! Today we discuss where you might park a larger RV if the lot is full at your resort, possible concerns for a guest traveling with an ECV at rope drop from Coronado Springs, benefits of a Disney Cruise over a Walt Disney World vacation for parents of teens, a discussion of "what would you do?" if you had a very tall 2 year old at Walt Disney World, more "small moments" that make Walt Disney World amazing, and much mo...

2 Weeks at Caribbean Beach Resort, Beach Club - Club Level & Starcruiser; Traveling from the UK; The Magic Is Real - BOGP 2384

November 06, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 109 MB

We have an amazing show to start your week today! We get to speak with Listener Kate from the UK about her 2 week trip to Walt Disney World this past August where they stayed at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort for 7 nights, then spent 2 nights on the Galactic Starcruiser, and wrapped up the trip in style with an amazing Club-Level stay at Disney's Beach Club Resort! Hear about their experiences traveling from overseas,  room reviews, dining experiences, touring the parks at a slower pace, us...

runDisney Halloween Race & 2024-25 Schedule Thoughts, Pixar Place Hotel, Pam’s WDW Conference Highlights - BOGP 2383

November 03, 2023 01:00 - 54 minutes - 75.2 MB

Mike, Scott, & Pam are here today with a variety of Disney topics to get you ready for the weekend! First, Pam discusses her trip to Walt Disney World last week for a conference where the leaders of the larger travel agencies got to meet with Josh D'Amaro to talk about the future of the Walt Disney World Resort! We also hear about some cool things that Disney is doing to make our experiences better! Next, we discuss the newly-announced runDisney Halloween race at the Disneyland Resort next S...

BOGP Open Line - October 29, 2024 - Scott’s Initial Aulani Thoughts, 1st WDW Trip with Twins, Disneyland Bash Review Last Week - BOGP 2382

November 02, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 97.9 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, October 29, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott were back together to take your calls for the hour on a variety of fun Disney topics!  Scott starts the show off with some thoughts on his amazing trip to Disney's Aulani Resort & Spa in Hawaii, and we really get into the travel and how much jetlag affected him and his family.  Then, we get a call from Listener Jared (who is covering the World Series in Phoenix) about taking his twins...

Listener Questions - More Walt Disney World Core Memories, Multiple Cars/1 Resort Reservation, Genie+ With Park Hopping, Special Guest - BOGP 2381

November 01, 2023 01:00 - 47 minutes - 66 MB

Mike & Pam are here today answering your awesome Listener Questions, and they are even joined by a surprise guest in the studio! We get questions about having multiple cars at your Walt Disney World Resort with just one reservation, using Genie+ to "stack" Lightning Lanes and if this is "doable" with the Park Hopping restrictions still in place, and more! We also hear more "core memories" that were created at Walt Disney World by our listeners! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit o...

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, Coronado Springs Tower Stay, Character Meals, Amazing 6th Birthday, More - BOGP 2380

October 30, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 83.9 MB

Today we are very excited to have Megan from San Antonio joining us to share her trip from just last week down to Walt Disney World! They were headed down to Florida for a wedding, so of course, they turned this into an opportunity to enjoy some time at Walt Disney World Resort! Hear about their stay at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort in the Gran Destino Tower, dining at locations like Sanaa, Cape May Cafe, Three Bridges, and more! We also get a great review of Mickey's Not So Scary Hallowe...

”Golden Hour” Photography Tips For Your Walt Disney World Vacation - BOGP 2379

October 27, 2023 01:00 - 52 minutes - 72.1 MB

Mike & Pam are here today discussing tips to get some amazing photos with just your camera phone on your next Walt Disney World vacation! First, Mike goes over a few setting that you might want to look at on your iPhone to "tweak" things to your preferences as far as filters, saturations, contrast, etc. Then, Pam gives a couple of apps to use in post-production to really bring those sunrise and sunset photos to life! Finally, we both give a bunch of examples around property where you can get...

BOGP Open Line - October 22, 2023 - DAS System Tips, Live Call from World Showcase, Wine & Dine Course Discussion, DCL Stateroom Upgrades - BOGP 2378

October 26, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 92.6 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, October 22, 2023!  During this show, Mike was flying solo in the studio as Scott is out at Aulani celebrating his 40th birthday bash!  We had some amazing calls during the show including discussion about how using the DAS system made a recent Walt Disney World vacation much better for one of our listeners, as well as thoughts of staying at the Boardwalk Villas!  Jimmie also calls in LIVE from Epcot's World Showcase!  We have some run...

Listener Questions - October 25, 2023 - Fly or Train, Jollywood Nights Planning, Fort Lauderdale Port, Pandora VIP Experience, BOGP 2378

October 25, 2023 01:00 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MB

Today we have a pretty unique Listener Question show! Pam and Rikki were both still down at Walt Disney World and Scott just got home from Aulani hours ago, so Mike was flying solo in the studio! No fear, Mike opens up the video chat and we get some great LIVE questions about flying or driving down to Walt Disney World, priorities for the Jollywood Nights party at Disney's Hollywood Studios, questions about hotels around the Port of Fort Lauderdale, thoughts on a VIP experience at Pandora at...

Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Genie+ & DAS Together, Medieval Times, A Cool Tradition Begins - BOGP 2376

October 23, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 82.9 MB

Today we are joined by Listener Justin from Louisville, Kentucky! We discuss his recent trip to Walt Disney World with his wife where they stayed at Pop Century Resort! We hear about his first experience with the Skyliner, amazing Star Wars experiences as a huge fan of the movie, great meals at places like O'hana, Chef Mickey's, Garden Grill, Casey's Corner, and more! We also hear about an awesome new tradition they started on their last day in the Magic Kingdom that I think we all could car...

What Disney Cruise Line Does Best - BOGP 2375

October 20, 2023 01:00 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MB

Today, Mike, Rikki, and Pam and here (with a special guest for a few seconds) to discuss what we think Disney Cruise Line really does better than other cruise lines out there! From bathrooms to entertainment to dining and more, we break down what really keeps us coming back to the various ships in the Disney Cruise Line fleet! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the s...

BOGP Open Line - October 15, 2023 - Halloween Party Costume Ideas, VIP Tour Guide Experience Review, runDisney Store at Disney Springs, More - BOGP 2374

October 19, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 112 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, October 15, 2023!  During this show, Mike was flying solo in the studio as Scott is out at Aulani celebrating his 40th birthday bash!  We had some amazing calls discussing the planDisney Reunion trip coming up soon at Walt Disney World and talked about amazing Halloween party costume ideas and tips for Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin, got an awesome trip report from Tennessee with very informative tips on having a VIP Tour Guide at ...

Listener Questions - October 18, 2023 - Swinging Gondolas, Disney 100 ”Core Memory”, Missing NYC Disney Cruises, More - BOGP 2373

October 18, 2023 01:00 - 47 minutes - 65.9 MB

Today Mike, Rikki and Pam are here answering some great Listener Questions! We discuss the Disney 100 special that aired on ABC over the weekend and then give our one "core memory" that really changed us related to Disney! We also discussed the "swinging gondolas" on the Pixar Pal-Around (Ferris Wheel) at Disney California Adventure for Listener Len, talked about why the Disney Cruise Line ships aren't making an appearance in the Big Apple in 2024, and got a great mini-trip report from Minne...

Polynesian Village Resort, Halloween Party Highlights, Savor the Savannah at Animal Kingdom, Capture Your Moment, More - BOGP 2372

October 16, 2023 01:00 - 54 minutes - 75.1 MB

We are headed to upstate New York today to speak with Listener Adrienne about her trip down to Walt Disney World this past August with friends who had never been before! Hear about how they planned together for this experience, staying at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, dining at places such at Topolino's Terrace, San Angel Inn, California Grill, Artist Pointe, & more! We also discuss a very unique experience over at Disney' Animal Kingdom Park called "Savor the Savannah" that you might ...

Disney CEO For a Day - 3 Wishes Granted - What Would They Be? - BOGP 2371

October 13, 2023 01:00 - 49 minutes - 68.7 MB

Mike, Rikki, and Pam are here today with a suggestion from Listener Chris that we become CEO of the Disney theme parks for a day and get to make three changes. One change would cost little to no money to the company, one would be a major and very expensive change to the Walt Disney World Resort, and the third would be right there in the middle. What would we do to make our favorite place just a bit better? Hear our suggestions and then share yours on social media or with Mike on the BOGP Ope...

6-Hour Live Show From Give Kids The World Village - Hour 2 - Listener Questions, BOGP Unplugged, More - BOGP 2370

October 12, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 90.1 MB

Today we have something a bit different!  This is the second hour of the 2023 6-Hour Live Show recorded at Give Kids the World Village in Kissimmee, Florida on Saturday, September 9, 2023!  During this show, we raised over $48,000 for the Village as a podcast family!  Thank you so very much for your support!  During this hour, we discussed how much we wanted that new lounge to come to Adventureland, took questions from the Live Chat, discussed some cool stuff happening at Give Kids the World...

Listener Questions - October 11, 2023 - Halloween Night on the Boardwalk, Best ”Walks” at WDW, Magic Kingdom on Halloween Day, More - BOGP 2369

October 11, 2023 01:00 - 49 minutes - 68.7 MB

Mike, Rikki, & Pam are here today with some great questions from our listeners! We discuss what you might expect this year over at Disney's Boardwalk Resort on Halloween Night, some of our favorite "walks" around the Walt Disney World Resort, "saving" Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party on a rainy night, if it is a good idea to visit the Magic Kingdom on October 31/November 1 this year and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  T...

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Family of 5, Genie Plus Magic, Character-palooza, More - BOGP 2368

October 09, 2023 01:00 - 55 minutes - 76.5 MB

Today we are excited to have Listener Karyn from Canada join us to discuss her trip to Walt Disney World from this past August where she stayed at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort with her family of 5!  Hear about amazing Genie Plus usage tips and how they allocated funds from dining to use this service, how "dividing and conquering" can help get things done when you have three kids of various ages, thoughts on the Fantasmic Dining Package, fun adventures in all four theme parks, and much mor...

Top Dining Options Around Walt Disney World Without ADRs - BOGP 2367

October 06, 2023 01:00 - 42 minutes - 59 MB

We are getting practical here on today's show as we know that even the best of us forget to make ADRs from time-t-to-time, or we get lucky and score a last-minute trip to Walt Disney World! Today, Mike & Pam give our top picks on where you can get some really good meals around Walt Disney World without needing and ADR in most cases! We hit Disney Springs, a few Walt Disney World resorts and even the theme parks! What others would you suggest?  We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit...

BOGP Open Line - October 1, 2023 - Toy Story Football, WDW & Epcot Birthdays, Not Feeling The ”Magic”, More - BOGP 2366

October 05, 2023 01:00 - 57 minutes - 79.8 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, October 1, 2023!  During this show, Mike and Scott start off by giving some thoughts on the Disney+ Toy Story football game that took place in "Andy's Room" in conjunction with the Jaguars/Falcon's NFL game on Sunday.  We also discuss the 52nd and 41st anniversaries of Walt Disney World and Epcot respectively.  Dennis from Indy calls in with memories from early Epcot and gives tips on visiting Aulani and his upcoming Disney adventure...

Listener Questions - October 4, 2023 - Wilderness Lodge Christmas Tree, Epcot on NYE, 1st Disney Cruise Ship, Split Stays, More - BOGP 2365

October 04, 2023 01:00 - 48 minutes - 67.6 MB

Mike & Pam are here today with some great questions from our listeners! We discuss if a guest should go to Epcot or Disney's Hollywood Studios for their "one extra day" outside of Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party to keep the holiday vibe going on a November trip, practical tips for New Years Eve survival at Epcot, thoughts on when we might see the Christmas Tree at Wilderness Lodge this year, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast...

Family of Six Sails Disney Wonder to Mexico; Visits Disneyland For Rogers: The Musical & More - BOGP 2364

October 02, 2023 01:00 - 50 minutes - 70 MB

We are headed out to Salt Lake City today to speak with Listener Kate about her Disney Wonder cruise out of San Diego to the Mexican Riviera with her family of 6 on today's show! We discuss how having two staterooms (with verandahs!) worked out for them, thoughts on their first-ever Disney cruise as huge Disney parks fans, dining and live performance reviews and much more! We also discuss their visit to Disneyland in July that focused on seeing Rogers: The Musical, but we also talk about the...

Finding Spooky Places Around Walt Disney World - BOGP 2363

September 29, 2023 01:00 - 36 minutes - 50.8 MB

Today, Mike, Pam, and Rikki are getting you ready for the Halloween season as October arrives on the calendar this weekend! We look around the Walt Disney World Resort and find resorts, restaurants and attractions (outside of the obvious Haunted Mansion and Tower of Terror) where you can find some spookiness on your trip this fall! Let us know what else you would add to our list!  We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much fo...

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