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Kracey for Disney

22 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

Kristen and Stacey are two Jersey girls obsessed with theme parks, food, and pop culture. And, like every other set of longtime Jersey friends, they’ve got strong opinions. Join two fast talkers and their sometimes guests as they dive into worlds of magic, deliciousness, and plain freakin’ fun.

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2.2: Epic Universe Reactions! And Fake Sociology & Beefsteaks

February 19, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MB

We're back for more season 2 nonsense, including: Explaining beefsteaks and tricky trays for non-New Jerseyans What happened in Sociology zero period News, including 1900 Park Fare and Tiana's Bayou Adventure (literally recorded a day before they made the announcement) Reactions to Universal's Epic Universe announcement, and what's coming in 2025! Awesome people/places for more Epic Universe talk! Orlando Park Stop from Alicia Stella: https://orlandoparkstop.com/ InsideUniversal forum...

1 - SEASON TWO, BABY! Ice Cream Cake & Thoughts On Destination D23

October 05, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 49.4 MB

WE'RE BACK! Life be damned, we're back and in action, and talking all about our favorite things: The difference between Carvel ice cream cakes and Dairy Queen ice cream cakes Our thoughts on all the Destination D23 announcements from September Preparing for Stacey's first Disney cruise this month!! ********************************* Kracey (Kristen & Stacey) are on the interwebs, sharing loud opinions: The Show: @kraceyfordisney on Instagram Kristen: @kristen_19 on Twitter and Instagr...

19 - Friend Trips, Couple Trips, and the WDW Motion Meter

March 01, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 82.2 MB

TW: If you have sensitivity talking about motion sensitivity (and its aftereffects), might wanna skip this one.  Welcome Courtney and Nick to the pod, married couple and friends of your hosts - here to talk all things planning, dining, and Courtney's Motion Meter(TM). In this episode, we: Learn how to plan and compromise for couples trips to WDW Learn which rides are an absolute no-go for folks who get motion sick Reminisce about adventures and misadventures, many involving motion sickne...

18 - The MARATHON Episode: RunDisney 2023 & First Dopey Challenge Experience

January 26, 2023 22:00 - 2 hours - 122 MB

A Marathon episode in more ways than one - our longest episode yet (!!), so here's some helpful checkpoints: 0:00 - Intro & Parks News Recap 17:50 - Trip Report (minus any race details) 1:42:30 - RunDisney Marathon Weekend 2023, from Expo to 10K to Dopey Referenced in-ep: Nathan Hartman's amazing list of Disney Parks music: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1qf-Gy5gZAHdiYx_Z1bGWWdxHQVxRU9Bv?usp=share_link  What it's like to run Dopey for the first time What it's like to watch som...

Battle of The BOBS & The Big Race

December 23, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MB

It's Big Daddy Bob versus the other one as our hosts discuss the latest Disney CEO swap, and prep for their big RunDisney weekend! In this episode: Welcome back, Iger! How many gray hairs we have, collectively What the heck is Gu, anyway? The case for Below Deck ********************************* Kracey (Kristen & Stacey) are on the interwebs, sharing loud opinions: The Show: @kraceyfordisney on Instagram Kristen: @kristen_19 on Twitter and Instagram Stacey: @staceymichele_ on Twitt...

16 - Disneyland and D23Expo 2022

October 27, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MB

Kracey (and Cheryl!) make the journey across the country to Disneyland, where hi-jinx ensue and Stacey questions her life choices at 4 AM.  First time visits to Oogie Boogie Bash Overview of D23 Expo, including tips and reviews Kristen's most controversial opinion on In-N-Out ********************************* Kracey (Kristen & Stacey) are on the interwebs, sharing loud opinions: The Show:  @kraceyfordisney on Instagram Kristen:  @kristen_19 on Twitter and Instagram Stacey:  @staceymic...

BONUS: Interview With Kristen's Dad - A WDW Dining Plan Memorial

August 18, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 51 MB

The episode you all (and mostly Stacey) have been waiting for: we interview Kristen's dad George on the pod. Talking all things: Dining Plan George's Favorite Disney Things Dining Plan How to annoy Kristen on a Disney trip Dining Plan What it sounds like to have a guest call in for the first time ever A blooper reel Did I mention the Dining Plan? Want to play a drinking game? Take a shot every time the dining plan (meal plan, per George) is mentioned! GOOD LUCK!  Please enjoy this ...

14 - Review Time: GOTG Cosmic Rewind coaster & OI Meetup

July 15, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MB

We're taking a 5-minute break at the top to talk about what's happening in the world, why that's important to us, and why we're so thankful for you all.  And after that, listen to Kristen talk about why United Airlines has a vendetta against her, honest thoughts on whether or not GOTG: Cosmic Rewind will make you sick, and why you need to book Orlando Informer Meetup tickets like yesterday.  Fun Shoutouts: WWMS Jazz Band Shirts Sponsibilities The SINGLE TAX (yes, this is real) ********...

14 - Review Time: GOTG Cosmic Rewind coaster & OI Meetup

July 15, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MB

We're taking a 5-minute break at the top to talk about what's happening in the world, why that's important to us, and why we're so thankful for you all.  And after that, listen to Kristen talk about why United Airlines has a vendetta against her, honest thoughts on whether or not GOTG: Cosmic Rewind will make you sick, and why you need to book Orlando Informer Meetup tickets like yesterday.  Fun Shoutouts: WWMS Jazz Band Shirts Sponsibilities The SINGLE TAX (yes, this is real) ********...

13 - A World Reset, And Around the DVC World

June 02, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MB

We're taking a short break at the beginning of this pod to discuss specific events in the United States, and how we can help speak out against white supremacy, gun violence, and the erosion of abortion rights.  If you're able, please join us in supporting the following organizations and/or fundraisers: GoFundMe for the victims of the Buffalo terrorist attack GoFundMe for the victims of the Uvalde school shooting ActBlue fund for the National Network of Abortion Funds  Moms Demand Action...

12 - SPECIAL GUESTS! A Surprise Disney Road Trip

May 05, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 73.6 MB

Welcome Pat, and welcome back Cheryl, to the Pod!! We've got special guests for this week's retelling of a very special (and completely surprise) Disney road trip (thanks, Jet Blue!), along with news & runDisney drama! The thought process behind a spontaneous road trip How to make park reservation magic when all hope seems lost How to tour the parks on an extremely tight schedule It's a supersized, extremely fun episode -- hope you enjoy! ********************************* NOTE: This ep...

11 - AROUND THE (Walt Disney) WORLD Game - Part 2

April 07, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MB

It's GAME TIME - part deux.  Join us as we finish a riveting round of Around The World (TradeMark)(not really), a game where we list our absolute favorites of anything - attraction, eatery, element - in every land at the parks. This week we're playing Animal Kingdom and Disney's Hollywood Studios, and some HARD choices, y'all. The struggle.  Before that, we cover lots and lots of news (coasters! food! meet and greets! stupid conservative backlash!). Join us, won't you? *******************...

10 - AROUND THE (Walt Disney) WORLD Game - Part 1

March 17, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 50.8 MB

It's GAME TIME.  Join us as we kick off Around The World (TradeMark)(not really), a game where we list our absolute favorites of anything - attraction, eatery, element - in every land at the parks. This week starts with Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, and some interesting choices and debate. Before that, we discuss Disney's shameful executive response to Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill, along with some absolutely BS, misogynist reviews of Turning Red, and a recap of the RETURN of Festival of Fanta...

09 - A Long Time Ago, In An Expensive Hotel Far, Far Away

March 03, 2022 06:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MB

In today's episode, we discuss Galactic Starcruiser, some upcoming vacays, and riff on what's worth it (in terms of Disney dollars and spend), and also lightsaber shivs. Seriously.  SPECIAL GUEST STAR: TJ the dog, and his jingly-jangly collar. Apologies for background noise here, but it's low volume.  ********************************* Kracey (Kristen & Stacey) are on the interwebs, sharing loud opinions: The Show:  @kraceyfordisney on Instagram Kristen:  @kristen_19 on Twitter and Instag...

08 - News, Rants, And What Happens When Your DVC Vacation Is Upended

January 14, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MB

In this episode, Kristen and Stacey relay the news and recap some trips, including: Thoughts on Pixar's straight-to-Disney+ strategy A rambling account (with many detours) of what happens when your DVC room is cancelled by Disney...on check-in day A brief ranking of our favorite DVC resorts, and why ....and many, many more random thoughts that happen when two friends haven't seen each other in a month ********************************* Kracey (Kristen & Stacey) are on the interwebs, shar...

Lucky 07 - Everything RunDisney with Special Guests Cheryl and Spenser!

December 16, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 45.8 MB

Welcome our dear friends Cheryl and Spenser for this special milestone episode all about RunDisney! A super fun treat you won't want to miss.  In this episode, you'll learn about: The most unethical thing Kristen ever did (she's still so sorry) What happens when you don't wear the right bras for running The most motivational race you'll ever do (surprisingly not RunDisney!) Why you need to "mind your nips" during a race What it sounds like when four best friends talk over each other fo...

06 - Disney Parks Pet Peeves: A Rant (or several)

November 25, 2021 08:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

In this Thanksgiving ep (how timely), Kristen and Stacey explore their pet peeves in Disney parks. Not much to preview, but suffice to say - you'll either love us or hate us after this episode. Please don't hate us, we love you <3 And if everyone would have a bit more EMPATHY we wouldn't have any pet peeves :D  ********************************* Kracey (Kristen & Stacey) are on the interwebs, sharing loud opinions: The Show:  @kraceyfordisney on Instagram Kristen:  @kristen_19 on Twitter ...

05 - Spooky, Scary, Lil' Boo - Halloween Horror Nights 30 Review!

November 11, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MB

In this ep, Kristen and Stacey review Genie+ after using it for 2-ish days, and Kristen goes over the details of her trip to Universal, including her review of Halloween Horror Nights 30 & the Unmasking the Horror tour !! BRIEF SPOILERS FOR RISE OF THE RESISTANCE AROUND MINUTE 31 !! BONUS TANGENTS: The Mandela Effect, and more importantly - VOTE, PEOPLE.  Shoutouts to fabulous Disney & Universal resources, including Tom Bricker's disneytouristblog.com ********************************* Kr...

04 - Genie+, A 50th Anniversary Trip Report, and Finding A Hat

October 28, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 52.7 MB

In this ep, Kristen and Stacey discuss to Genie+ or not to Genie+ (going off of absolutely zero firsthand experience -- yet), and Stacey recounts her 50th Anniversary hotel-hopping trip.  !! SPOILERS FOR RISE OF THE RESISTANCE AROUND MINUTES 49 - 53 !! BONUS TANGENTS: ShopDisney closures and general merch woes! The weird tradition Stacey has on airplanes! Shoutouts to fabulous Disney & Universal people you should follow include: @BrookeGMcDonald @ScottGustin @TouringPlans @DisTouristBlog...

03 - Food, Glorious Food: Favorite Disney Parks Restaurants

October 15, 2021 20:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB

In our third episode, we review our favorite restaurants at each WDW park, including: What exactly qualifies as a restaurant News roundup & rants on the 50th, Galactic Starcruiser, and more Why Stacey is wrong about The Muppets (and no longer invited to Kristen's home) ********** Kracey (Kristen & Stacey) are on the interwebs, sharing loud opinions: Kracey (Kristen & Stacey) are on the interwebs, sharing loud opinions: The Show:  @kraceyfordisney on Instagram Kristen:  @kristen_19 on ...

02 - News & Reviews: Park Updates, Boo Bash, And More

September 30, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MB

Welcome to Kracey for Disney, a rambling cast featuring two best friends and their obsession for all things Dis. In our second episode, we recap the latest Parks news and our quick weekend trip, including: The Great Dessert Party Debate Happily Ever After and all the feels That one time we witnessed a near-decapitation at DHS To Boo Bash, or not to Boo Bash ********** Kracey (Kristen & Stacey) are on the interwebs, sharing loud opinions: The Show:  @kraceyfordisney on Instagram Kriste...

01 - Meet Your Hosts & WDW Plan Deep Dive!

September 16, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MB

Welcome to Kracey for Disney, a rambling cast featuring two best friends and their obsession for all things Dis. In our premiere ep, we talk about what you can expect from us (lots of hand talking, soft background noises from said hand talking), plans for our imminent return to WDW, and whether or not we're all in on Genie+.  And for no added cost, you'll also get various tangents on the following: Bad Disney hygiene habits Criminal Minds as a syllabus for high school sociology Our favor...