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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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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...

BOGP Open Line - September 24, 2023 - Saratoga Springs, Boardwalk Villas, LIVE from Aulani, Cozumel Port Adventures, More - BOGP 2362

September 28, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 98.7 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, September 24, 2023!  During this show, Mike and Scott take a lot of calls for the hour!  We get a great trip report for Listener Paul where we discuss his solo visit to Batuu and stays at both Saratoga Springs and the Boardwalk Villas!  Then, we get a call from Alan who calls from the beach at Disney's Aulani Resort with tips for Scott's first visit to Aulani coming up in less than 3 weeks!  We also talk about things to do in Cozumel...

Listener Questions - September 27, 2023 - Date Night Outside Parks, Moana Management, Caribbean Beach Requests, More - BOGP 2361

September 27, 2023 01:00 - 44 minutes - 62.2 MB

Mike, Pam, and Rikki are here today answering your awesome Listener Questions! Today we get some awesome post-trip thoughts from Listener Alexa who just returned from her first solo trip with some tips that I think will help everyone headed down to Walt Disney World this fall! Then, we get a question about ideas for a date-night outside of the theme parks for a non-Disney-loving spouse. Next, Rikki gives an update on how the new Moana attraction is handling the previews this week. We also di...

Orlando Local Staycation to Disney’s Contemporary Resort - Club Level & Coronado Springs - Amazing Adventures - BOGP 2360

September 25, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 85.8 MB

Today we have a different show for you as we speak with Listener Shelley from Orlando about her recent "staycation" split-stay to Disney's Contemporary Resort (Club-Level) and Disney's Coronado Springs Resort! We talk about how she fell in love with Walt Disney World after her honeymoon and how she and her husband "moved to the Magic!" We also hear about how they keep the Disney magic alive with being locals now and fun times had during this trip like great meals at Toledo, Spice Road Table,...

Trapped in Toy Story Land - BOGP 2359

September 22, 2023 01:00 - 42 minutes - 58.9 MB

Pam, Rikki, and Mike are here today continuing a series of shows we started back in 2018!  Today, we are Trapped in Toy Story Land!  We discuss the dining, attractions, shopping, theme, and more of one of the newer lands at Walt Disney World!  We make sure you know what not to miss in this area of Disney's Hollywood Studios on your next trip to get the most enjoyment of your time with Andy's toys!  We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Th...

BOGP Open Line - September 17, 2023 - Indy In Dinoland, Animal Kingdom Lodge & Great Dining, Epcot & No Walls - BOGP 2358

September 21, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 89.1 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, September 17, 2023!  During this show, Mike and Scott jump right in to get your feel on what D23 theme park announcements got you excited for the upcoming years as a Disney fan!  Wade called in with some great points about the Pirate-themed tavern coming to Adventureland, changes to Test Track, and even the walls coming down at Epcot!  Next, Brandon spoke to his upcoming Animal Kingdom Lodge stay and why only having 4 day tickets for...

Listener Questions - September 20, 2023 - Bears on the Prowl, Bib Delivery, Celebrity Sightings, Pizza Picks, More - BOGP 2357

September 20, 2023 01:00 - 42 minutes - 58.8 MB

Mike, Pam, and Rikki are here today answering your awesome Listener Questions! Today we discuss the live bear that was on the prowl at the Magic Kingdom on Monday causing half the park to not open until after lunch, things not to forget when planning for your first Marathon Weekend, the best pizza at Walt Disney World (both on and off-property), celebrity sighting over the years on our Disney vacations and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguest...

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel, Disney 100 Celebration, Great Tips, LIVE from Disneyland - BOGP 2356

September 18, 2023 01:00 - 41 minutes - 57.6 MB

We have something very special for you today! Listener Alex from Oregon joins us today from the seats right outside the Disneyland Hotel to talk to us about his first-time staying on-site at the Disneyland Resort earlier this year at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel! How cool is that? We hear about meeting Bob Iger, how Imagineering is so special to him, fun times in the theme parks, great meals and snacks, and much more! Plus, Alex gives lots of great tips to make your next Disneyland trip ...

Tips For Bringing The Grandparents on Your Next Disney Vacation - BOGP 2355

September 15, 2023 01:00 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MB

Pam, Scott, and Mike are here today to discuss tips for bringing grandparents along on your next Disney trip! We discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a Disney Cruise, Walt Disney World and Disneyland vacation, give tips as to what not to miss and pitfalls than can sink multi-generational trips! These really are special trips where so many amazing memories can be made! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your...

6-Hour Live Show From Give Kids The World Village - Hour 1 - D23 Announcements- Our Immediate Reactions & More - BOGP 2354

September 14, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 91.6 MB

Today we have something a bit different!  This is the first 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 talked about some of the D23 announcements that were coming out literally during the show, including changes to the Haunted Mansion, Country Bear Jamboree, Test Trac...

Listener Questions - September 13, 2023 - Figment Stumbles, 4 Daughters & a Villa, Short Uber Rides - BOGP 2353

September 13, 2023 01:00 - 44 minutes - 61 MB

Mike, Pam, and Scott are here today answering your awesome Listener Questions! Today we discuss Halloween at Walt Disney World outside of the theme parks, Geyser Point (for the Bison Burger) or Olivia's Cafe, Figment stumbling out of the box this week, a 2 Bedroom villa at Copper Creek or a 3 Bedroom Grand Villa at Old Key West for a dad with 4 teenage daughters, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your...

Boardwalk Villas, Coronado Springs, Caring For Giants, Genie Plus Tips, Great Dining, More - BOGP 2352

September 11, 2023 01:00 - 49 minutes - 68.6 MB

Today we are headed to Delaware to speak with Listener Daniel about his trip with his college-aged sister and parents to Walt Disney World! They did a split-stay between Disney's Coronado Springs Resort (in the Tower) and Disney's Boardwalk Villas and we get a nice review of each! We also hear about the Caring for Giants Tour at Animal Kingdom Park! We discuss great meals like Sanaa, Brown Derby, Garden Grill, Steakhouse '71, & more! Also, we discuss theme park strategies, such as Genie Plus...

5 Current Topics for 7 Minutes - Disneyland New Orleans Square Updates, Disney Treasure, WDW Meet & Greets, ADR Status, More - BOGP 2351

September 08, 2023 01:00 - 50 minutes - 69.9 MB

Pam, Rikki, and Mike are here today to get you ready for the big 6-Hour Live Show from Give Kids the World Village tomorrow from Noon - 6:00 PM Eastern! Today, we discuss 5 current topics for about 7 minutes each! We hit updates to New Orleans Square at Disneyland, nice updates to making ADRs at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World, Meet & Greet changes at Walt Disney World, announcements from the Disney Treasure, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website a...

BOGP Open Line - September 3, 2023 - Father/Daughter Trip, Skip Animal Kingdom?, Three Bridges Mandate, More - BOGP 2350

September 07, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 95.6 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, September 3, 2023!  During this show, Mike was without his wingman as Scott was on vacation in Ohio this week!  No worries, however as we got plenty of calls!  We got an awesome trip report from Sean discussing a father/daughter trip from last month with tons of memories that you will definitely relate to, discussed if Kevin should skip Animal Kingdom Park on his next trip, got to hear the excitement from Teresa about her trip to Car...

Listener Questions - September 6, 2023 - Caribbean Beach Pool, Current Magic Shots, Best ADRs in World Showcase, More - BOGP 2349

September 06, 2023 01:00 - 47 minutes - 66.3 MB

Rikki, Pam, & Mike are here today answering your listener questions! We discuss if a Listener should stick with Caribbean Beach with the main pool possibly being down for refurbishment next March or try a new hotel, best ADRs right now around World Showcase, current Magic Shots at the parks, best experiences at Disneyland Paris, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a P...

Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter, 26.2 Miles & Even More Memories, Amazing Dining & Theme Park Discovery - BOGP 2348

September 04, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 83 MB

We are headed to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma today to speak with Listener Anna about her amazing trip to Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter today! Hear about how she was bitten by the runDisney bug early when traveling to Walt Disney World with her dad and uncle and that lead to her own experiences running at Walt Disney World and Disneyland! We also talk about this experience with Anna coaching her friend Tricia through her very first marathon at Walt Disney World! We discuss great dining at ...

Walt Disney World & Disney Cruise Line Oddsmakers - BOGP 2347

September 01, 2023 01:00 - 46 minutes - 64 MB

Mike and Scott are getting you ready for the three day weekend with some fun "Oddsmakers" on today's show! What percentage of guests actually set an alarm each morning of their trip to jump in the virtual queue or make an Individual Lightning Lane reservation? What percentage of on-site guests will actually swim in their hotel pool today? What percentage of guests at Disney's Hollywood Studios today have ever been on a Disney Cruise? Many other situations like this on today's show! Play righ...

BOGP Open Line - August 27, 2023 - Disneyland 2024 Packages, Keys To The Kingdom Tour, Hoop De Doo Revue, NYE - BOGP 2346

August 31, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 95.9 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, August 27, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott talk about the news of the week including the launch of the 2024 Disneyland vacation packages!  We have a discussion on trying to decide where to book for the Disneyland Half-Marathon Weekend, and then we got some great calls!  We had a couple of fun trip reports discussing stays at Disney's Pop Century and Disney's Coronado Springs Resorts, we hear about the Keys to the Kingdom Tour, ...

Listener Questions - August 30, 2023 - BOGP 2345

August 30, 2023 01:00 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MB

Mike & Scott are here answering your Listener Questions today to get you through the week! Today we discuss enjoying a group get together at Geyser Point, taking in the holiday festivities at Fort Wilderness, getting the most out of your stay at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort, more Magic Your Way Days or the Halloween Party, visiting WDW over Marathon Weekend if you are not a runner, tips for staying at Saratoga Springs Resort, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit o...

runDisney Girls’ Trip, Pop Century Resort, Theme Park Fun & Amazing Dining - BOGP 2344

August 28, 2023 01:00 - 48 minutes - 67.2 MB

Today we are excited to speak with Listener Leslie from Arkansas (by way of Oklahoma - Go Pokes!) about her Girls' Trip to Walt Disney World this past February for the Princess Half-Marathon! Hear how this trip was originally delayed due to COVID and an ACL injury, but it finally came together! We hear about their stay at Disney's Pop Century Resort, fun times in all four theme parks, great meals at places like Sebastian's Bistro, Boma, Olivia's, Homecomin', and much more!  We hope you enjoy...

More Listener Questions - August 25, 2023 - BOGP 2343

August 25, 2023 01:00 - 44 minutes - 61.4 MB

Mike and Scott had so much fun answering your Listener Questions on Wednesday that we kept it going on today's show! Today we tackle how to get that perfect shot on Main Street, USA before your Crystal Palace ADR, touring the parks without Genie+ if you are going to be staying in Central Florida for an extended period of time,  tips for a first trip to Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, two places to get the PB&J Shake around Walt Disney World, riding the rails at Disney's Animal Kingdom...

BOGP Open Line - August 20, 2023 - Free Room Upgrades, Halloween Party Review, runDisney Alerts, More - BOGP 2342

August 24, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 101 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, August 20, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott talk about the news of the week including the return of the parking trams to Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios as well as the elimination of paper straws and plastic lids at self-service locations around Walt Disney World.  Then, we take great calls (from all over Cleveland!) with reviews of Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, an awesome trip report with a complimentary upgrade t...

Listener Questions - August 23, 2023 - BOGP 2341

August 23, 2023 01:00 - 44 minutes - 62.1 MB

Mike & Scott are here answering your Listener Questions today as Pam is out in Southern California on an Adventures by Disney and Rikki is sailing the Disney Wish! Today we discuss our favorite weather apps to track the weather in Central Florida, especially during hurricane season at Walt Disney World, tips for staying cool during your next trip, what we would like to see announced for the theme parks at the next D23, making the most of the beginning of your Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween ...

From The Netherlands to Walt Disney World for 2 Weeks at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort - BOGP 2340

August 21, 2023 01:00 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MB

We are very excited to be joined by Listener Danny from The Netherlands today (where it was the middle of the night during this recording!) to discuss his 2 week trip to Walt Disney World this past May!  Hear about the amazing deal he took advantage of for his stay at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, great dining reviews from Topolino's Terrace and Boma, memories from all four theme parks, shopping tips from Disney Springs and the outlet malls, and why the last night was so very special for ...

Pairing Things Up Around Walt Disney World - BOGP 2339

August 18, 2023 01:00 - 46 minutes - 64.8 MB

Mike, Pam, and Rikki are helping you to kick-off the weekend with a fun exercise today!  We go all around the Walt Disney World Resort looking for experiences that have exactly two things that are pretty similar.  For example, we look at Yacht & Beach Club, American Adventure and Hall of Presidents, Port Orleans French Quarter & Riverside, Liberty Tree Tavern & Garden Grill, and more!  Then, we discuss which is the stronger of the pair and why!  Which wins for you? What are other famous "pai...

BOGP Open Line - August 13, 2023 - Betting at WDW, Norwegian Fjords, College Program Memories - BOGP 2338

August 17, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 84.6 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, August 13, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott talk about the news of the week including the first Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party and the extreme heat that came along with it, Disney purchasing a betting company and how this could come to our theme park experience, and more!  We then get some calls discussing the Norwegian Fjords cruise on the Disney Dream, thoughts on a recent Disney College Program experience and a lot mor...

Listener Questions - August 16, 2023 - BOGP 2337

August 16, 2023 01:00 - 47 minutes - 66.2 MB

Pam, Mike and Rikki are here today answering some fun Listener Questions to help you get through your week! Mike shares a story from one of his first trips to Walt Disney World where he really "Got GOT!" at the Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular, we discuss if the Disney Dining Plan makes sense with lots of Signature Dining during a trip, thoughts on this year's Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, traveling to Walt Disney World in November, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Ple...

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Expectant Mother, Amazing Time in Heat of July 2023 - BOGP 2336

August 14, 2023 01:00 - 47 minutes - 65.9 MB

Today we are headed down to North Carolina to speak with Listener Mason about his trip to Walt Disney World last month with his wife who is expecting their first child and his parents, both of who were experiencing mobility issues at the time. We talk about their stay at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, visiting all four theme parks and doing just about all of the major attractions, even without Genie+, great dining at places like Woody's Roundup, Homecomin', Paradiso 37, The Fountain, & mor...

The Great Debate - Collective Mount Rushmore of Walt Disney World Resorts - BOGP 2335

August 11, 2023 01:00 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MB

Mike, Pam, and Rikki are here to debate which four resorts at Walt Disney World are worthy to be placed on the Mount Rushmore of Walt Disney World Resorts. Before, we have come up with our own lists. Today, we have to work together to nominate, defend, and slash the choices made by the other panelists. Hear which resorts were considered, why, and which four Walt Disney World Resorts came out on top. Did our choices match yours? Let us know!  We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit o...

BOGP Open Line - August 6, 2023 - Pickle Milkshakes, Buc-ee’s, Edison, & Realignment? - BOGP 2234

August 10, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 103 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, August 6, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott talk about the news of the week including the mania over the "pickle milkshake" at this year's Food & Wine Festival over at Epcot (and then Listener Alex calls in from Louisville to say that it isn't that bad!)!  Then, we get great call about avoiding runDisney anxiety before races, trip reports from Listener Diane in Massachusetts and Sara from Wisconsin, as well as discussion about ou...

Listener Questions - August 9, 2023 - BOGP 2333

August 09, 2023 01:00 - 48 minutes - 66.5 MB

Pam, Mike and Rikki are here today answering some fun Listener Questions to help you get through your week! Today we answer questions about streaming Disney+ in the Walt Disney World Resorts if you are a subscriber from overseas, when the Candlelight Processional schedule should be announced for 2023, best value quick-service meals for all four theme parks, how we decide which theme park to visit for each day of our trips, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our webs...

A Disney Wedding, Coronado Springs, Halloween Party, California Grill for 35, More - BOGP 2332

August 07, 2023 01:00 - 59 minutes - 82.7 MB

Is this show romantic? You bet it is! Today, we talk with three sisters - Ariel, Silvia, and Aly about Aly's Disney Wedding last fall! We discuss how this wedding was delayed due to COVID, traveling all the way from Seattle, staying at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort, a pre-dawn photoshoot in the Magic Kingdom, the Disney Wedding at the Wedding Pavilion, reception with a very special guest, and so much more! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodca...

Rikki Turns 40 at Walt Disney World; Lucy’s First Trip; Contemporary Stay & California Grill - BOGP 2331

August 04, 2023 01:00 - 44 minutes - 61.3 MB

Today we talk about Rikki's 40th Birthday Bash at Walt Disney World last weekend! It was also her daughter Lucy's first trip to Walt Disney World as well! We discuss her surprise stay at Disney's Contemporary Resort in a Garden Wing room, a late-night dinner at California Grill, a great review of Woody's Rodeo Roundup, traveling with an infant for the first time, and much more!  We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for ...

BOGP Open Line - July 30, 2023 - BOGP 2330

August 03, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 92.3 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, July 30, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott talk about the news of the week including "smellephants on parade" coming to the Magic Kingdom, if the position of the "Hatbox Ghost" really matters in the Haunted Mansion, and the glorious return of Trail's End over at Fort Wilderness!  We also get some great calls with a review of a first-time cruise on the Disney Dream in Europe, thoughts on what Dollywood does better than Disney Park...

Listener Questions - August 2, 2023 - BOGP 2329

August 02, 2023 01:00 - 45 minutes - 62.9 MB

Pam, Mike and Rikki are here today answering some fun Listener Questions to help you get through your week! Today we answer questions about adding on a Disneyland stay to a swimming competition in southern California, discuss getting deliveries to your Disneyland Resort, talk about dining at Spice Road Table, tackle restaurants around Walt Disney World with dress codes, and even wrap the show up with a BOGP Drinking Game! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our website at www.beour...

Disney’s Riviera Resort, Moonlight Magic, First DVC Stay, Tron, More - BOGP 2328

July 31, 2023 01:00 - 53 minutes - 74.1 MB

We are headed to Atlanta today to speak with Listener Phillip about his honeymoon at Disney's Port Orleans Riverside which lead to his joining DVC with his wife on the trip! We then discuss their first "Welcome Home" stay at Disney's Riviera Resort in a Tower Studio, enjoying a "Moonlight Magic" event at Disney's Hollywood Studios, restaurant reviews for Cape May Cafe, Rose & Crown, Storybook Dining at Artist Point, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website ...

Feedback To 9 Thoughts From Listener Bill in New York - BOGP 2327

July 28, 2023 01:00 - 40 minutes - 55.5 MB

We get a very interesting email today from Listener Bill in New York with thoughts from his recent stay at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa last week. He was there 10 nights with his family of 4, and passes along 9 points that we discuss on today's show. From thoughts on the Grand itself for families to the monorail to Hoop De Doo Revue, Space 220, Genie+, the best tour on-property and more, we have a fun, varied discussion today!  We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our we...

BOGP Open Line - July 23, 2023 - BOGP 2326

July 27, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 90.9 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, July 23, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott discuss if the crowds are actually down at Walt Disney World this summer or if this is just "click-bait" running around the internet.  We also talk about our thoughts on the Moana: Journey of Water attraction coming to Epcot and if we would swap this out to have the Fountain of Nations back!  Lots of cruise talk was had as well, including thoughts on the size of the venues on the Disney ...

Listener Questions - July 26, 2023 - BOGP 2325

July 26, 2023 01:00 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MB

Pam, Mike and Scott are here today answering some fun Listener Questions to help you get through your week! Today we get a great question about if Disney's Hollywood Studios has "lost it's identity" over the past decade, tips on surviving a Walt Disney World trip this summer/fall while 6 months pregnant and some "mocktails" to enjoy, items to enjoy over at Homecomin' at Disney Springs, great last-minute ADRs you can typically find, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit...

Boulder Ridge Villas, Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, Topolino’s Terrace, Party of 14 - BOGP 2324

July 24, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 87.6 MB

Today we head down to New Orleans to speak with Listener Stephen about his trip to Disney's Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge Resort with his extended family of 14 last fall!  We hear about how Hurricane Ian affected their road trip, thoughts on staying at this amazing Deluxe Resort, tips for folks heading to Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party this year (and a great Halloween costume idea for large families!), restaurant reviews from Skipper Canteen, Topolino's Terrace, Sc...

Tales From The Be Our Guest Podcast Cruise 6 On The Disney Wish - BOGP 2323

July 21, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 85.3 MB

Scott, Pam, & Mike are here today and we spend one last show discussing all the fun that was had during the Be Our Guest Podcast Cruise on the Disney Wish from July 3-7, 2023 to the Bahamas! We talk about our initial thoughts on the Disney Wish itself, discuss our staterooms, the dining experiences, live entertainment, 4th of July at sea, updated Pirates in the Caribbean experience, and many more memories that were created by being able to sail with our amazing listeners!   We hope you enjoy...

BOGP Open Line - July 16, 2023 - BOGP 2322

July 20, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 108 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, July 16, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott discuss highlights from the Be Our Guest Podcast Cruise less than 2 weeks ago and how much we are missing being on those Disney Cruise Line ships!  Mike also shares that he has already used his Placeholder Booking for next year!  We also discuss our Give Kids the World "BOGP Cares" Weekend events that you can join us for September 8-9, 2023!  We take lots of calls from folks who sailed w...

Guests

Jared Diamond
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