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Part of Our World Podcast

148 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 34 ratings

Every other week on Part of Our World podcast, husband and wife duo Keenan and Rachael, discuss anything and everything related to the magic of Disney. You’ll hear talk about park experiences, debates about favorite movies, characters, and songs, and tips to help you prepare for your next Disney vacation.

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How to Score Disney Dining Reservations

October 01, 2021 12:37 - 63.9 MB

Episode 64: How to Score Disney Dining Reservations

October 01, 2021 12:36 - 1 hour - 63.9 MB

On this episode Rachael and Keenan discuss the challenges of getting Disney dining reservations these days, as well as tips and tricks on how to score tough-to-get reservations. Then, with the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World starting today, they take the time to discuss some of their favorite food items and drinks that have been announced for the celebration.   -------------------------------------------------------------------- Have you had similar experiences with Disney dining re...

Episode 63: Which WDW Parks Are Best for Young Kids?

September 10, 2021 13:00 - 40 minutes - 40.6 MB

What park is best for kids? Should I skip Epcot? How kid-friendly is Animal Kingdom? Question like these get asked all the time in Disney social media groups. In this episode, Rachael and Keenan rank the parks in order from worst to best for school-aged children (and their parents, of course).   Do you agree with the picks? Did this episode help you plan an upcoming Disney World vacation? Let us know by reaching out using any of the methods below:  Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @...

Which Disney Parks Are Best for Young Kids?

September 10, 2021 11:00 - 40.6 MB

Episode 62: Our Must-Do Disney for 2021

August 27, 2021 11:44 - 52 minutes - 57.2 MB

Is there anything more exciting than an upcoming Disney trip? In this episode, Rachael and Keenan geek out about their "must-dos" for their Thanksgiving trip this year. From experiences they somehow have never done before to events surrounding the 50th anniversary and Christmas holidays to nostalgic favorites, there's a lot to look forward to when you are Disney-obsessed.    What did you think of our picks? Disgusted that we've never experienced something despite multiple trips to Walt Dis...

Our Must-Do Disney (2021)

August 27, 2021 11:42 - 57.2 MB

Episode 61: Movies to Watch Before Visiting Each Disney Park

August 13, 2021 14:22 - 35 minutes - 36.4 MB

In recognition of three years of podcasting, Keenan and Rachael touch upon the topic from their very first episode...with a twist. A question that is often asked is "What movies should we watch before a Walt Disney World vacation?" In their first episode, Keenan and Rachael pick their top five movies that will get you the most mileage (four of them were the exact same answer!). While those answers still hold true, what movies might one watch before visiting a specific park? Find out in the ...

Movies to Watch Before Each Disney Park

August 13, 2021 12:00 - 36.4 MB

Things You Only Do for Disney

July 30, 2021 17:48 - 50.3 MB

Episode 60: Things You Only Do for Disney

July 30, 2021 17:44 - 46 minutes - 50.3 MB

You know how magical and enchanting a Disney vacation can be. It is so different than other trips. In fact, there are many things people do that they wouldn't do on any other vacation. Rachael and Keenan share the things they only do for Disney, as well as what others have shared with them on Twitter and Instagram.   Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬

Disney is back! (and so are we!)

July 16, 2021 18:59 - 70.3 MB

Episode 59:Disney is back (and so are we)!

July 16, 2021 18:53 - 59 minutes - 70.3 MB

Keenan and Rachael are BACK! Why? Well, in this episode find out what took so darn long to restart the podcast, learn why they are so excited to be back to sharing all things Disney, and what the future of both Walt Disney World and the podcast has to offer.    Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast Voicemail: (614) 392-8147‬

Episode 58: Universal Studios Orlando Trip Report

April 30, 2021 20:39 - 1 hour - 91.7 MB

Keenan takes a whirlwind spring break trip with his dad to check out Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure in Orlando, that is a mix of both father/son bonding time and the"maniacally make sure to ride every ride!" that you've come to expect from the Part of Our World crew.

Universal Studios Orlando Trip Report

April 30, 2021 15:13 - 91.7 MB

2020 Trip Report - Day 3: Animal Kingdom</a#x3E;

January 15, 2021 22:02 - 56.8 MB

2020 Trip Report - Day 3: Animal Kingdom

January 15, 2021 12:59 - 43 minutes - 56.8 MB

This episode was six months in the making. After six months of not recording, we couldn't help ourselves but finish where we left off with a trip report of the third and final day of our 10 year anniversary trip to Disney World this summer. This episode covers both our time at Animal Kingdom, dinner at Sanaa, and the morning of our departure where we visit the Polynesian for some breakfast and last-minute shopping. 

Soul Review and Pixar Rankings

January 01, 2021 14:43 - 155 MB

Episode 57: Soul Review and Pixar Rankings

January 01, 2021 12:30 - 1 hour - 155 MB

Episode 57: Happy 2021! After a long hiatus, Rachael and Keenan are back behind the mics fresh off watching Pixar's latest offering, Soul. What inspired them to return to the podcasting game? Was it a movie so good they had to talk about it for hours? A movie so bad they had to come online to bash it? Find out what they think of Pixar's Disney+ release and how it ranks up against Pixar's all-time great films by ranking their top 5.

Episode 56: One thing to see, do, and eat in each land of Magic Kingdom with Imagineears Podcast

September 11, 2020 14:01 - 1 hour - 202 MB

Rachael and Keenan are joined by dynamic duo, Matt and Susie from Imagineears Podcast to have some fun, fantasy-filled dream planning with the idea of picking one thing to do, see, and eat in each land of Magic Kingdom. Find out about the ONE thing they all had to do, hidden hot dogs that are reportedly better than Casey's, secret menu items, what it's like to be fed by a Disney character and more.   Susie and Matt can be found: Website: theimagineearspodcast.com Instagram: /the_imaginee...

2020 Trip Report - Day 2: Hollywood Studios

August 19, 2020 13:51 - 111 MB

2020 Trip Report: Day 1 - Epcot

August 05, 2020 17:04 - 49 minutes - 67 MB

We're back with a trip report! This time we headed to the parks just a week after they re-opened after being closed for several months due to Covid-19. Were we crazy to go to the parks amid a global pandemic? Yes, but also, on this very special 10th anniversary trip for us, we had an amazing time. Join us for three trip reports each covering, in glorious detail, the magic of this whirlwind vacation.   This episode covers our first day at Epcot, skyliner impressions, 2020 Food and Wine fest...

2020 Trip Report - Day 1: EPCOT

August 05, 2020 13:54 - 67 MB

Inside the Disney Bubble

July 29, 2020 19:08 - 77.7 MB

Episode 55: Inside the Disney Bubble

July 29, 2020 15:23 - 1 hour - 77.7 MB

Join Rachael and Keenan as they enter the Disney World bubble during a global pandemic. Curious what steps Disney is taking to prevent the spread of Covid-19 in their parks? Just how empty is it? Is the magic even still there? Is it tough wearing a facemask all day? Find out the answers to these questions and more in this week's episode..   ----more----   Are you thinking of going to WDW this year? Have you already gone? What do you think about how the parks are handling the pandemic? We...

Fantasy Disney Hamilton Draft</a#x3E;

July 14, 2020 21:27 - 61.5 MB

Episode 54: Fantasy Disney Hamilton Draft

July 14, 2020 10:30 - 1 hour - 61.5 MB

If this episode title confuses you, it's probably because it's the most bizarre episode of ours to date. Rachael and Keenan invite Mere and Colin back again to rant about Disney, but this time it's not critiquing a terrible remake or a soulless remake, it's discussing a love they all share: Hamilton, the musical. After briefly discussing a highlight-centric review of the live action Hamilton on Disney+, they engage in a fantasy football-style draft of Disney characters to cast as Hamilton ch...

Deep Dive into Hamilton the Musical

July 03, 2020 21:41 - 113 MB

Episode 53: Deep Dive into Hamilton, the Musical

July 03, 2020 16:51 - 1 hour - 215 MB

Whether you are a longtime fan of Hamilton or just getting into it now that a filmed version is on Disney Plus, you will love listening to Rachael and Keenan, joined by Tom and Michelle of Hyperion Adventures Podcast, dig deep into the incredible, award-winning Broadway show Hamilton. This episode is part 2 of a crossover series discussing Hamilton. Part 1, over on Hyperion Adventures' feed, scratches the surface of Hamilton for beginners or those who have never seen it. It is a spoiler-fre...

Vacation Mentality

June 10, 2020 21:54 - 77.8 MB

Episode 52: Vacation Mentality

June 10, 2020 14:33 - 1 hour - 77.8 MB

What is "vacation mentality" or having a "vacation mindset"? To many, it is simply how you think and feel differently on vacation. And, of course, this is true. But vacation mentality is achievable whether you are relaxing at a poolside bar, riding a coaster, hiking through the mountains, or even just going to the Saturday Farmer's Market for a bit. Vacation mentality is even harder to obtain when there are irritations (usually other people) to your vacation plans. On this episode, Rachael ...

Episode 51: Replace, Refurb, Retheme, or Restore with Detour to Neverland

May 20, 2020 14:43 - 1 hour - 82.1 MB

On this episode, Keenan and Rachael are joined by Brendan and Katherine from Detour to Neverland podcast to each pick an attraction that we would replace, refurb, retheme, and restore from the Walt Disney World Resort parks.   Brendan and Katherine can be found: Website: detourtoneverland.com Instagram: /detourtoneverland Twitter: @DTNPodcast Facebook: /detourtoneverland   ----more---- What did you think of our picks? Anything you would do differently? Are you a Disney imagineer or ...

Episode 50: Drinking Around the World with Drunk Stormtrooper

May 07, 2020 02:06 - 1 hour - 154 MB

This week, Rachael and Keenan take a trip around the world (World Showcase at Epcot, that is) with their friend Drunk Stormtrooper (aka @WDWJediMaster on Twitter). Join them as they select their beverage of preference when completing the challenge of drinking at all eleven World Showcase pavilions. This episode is a little more PG-13 than usual, with lots of inneundos, not to mention a mature topic, that may not be appropriate for the kiddos.   Twitter: @WDWjedimaster   ----more---- Rea...

The Modern Disney Renaissance Man

April 22, 2020 23:03 - 155 MB

Episode 49: The Modern Disney Renaissance Man

April 22, 2020 13:59 - 1 hour - 155 MB

This week, Rachael and Keenan invited their Disney vlogger, photographer, and Animal Crossing friend, Andres from Thrills & Magic, to discuss his passion for all things Disney, how he became a professional photographer, and more. This interview goes deep into perhaps the most creative and multi-talented guests on the show to date.  Album art by Andres: https://www.instagram.com/p/B7_hO6EBwPh/?hl=en   Find Andres via Thrills and Magic on: YouTube: Thrills & Magic YT Channel Instagram: /t...

Episode 48: What to Watch on Disney Plus

April 07, 2020 13:49 - 40 minutes - 91.8 MB

This week Rachael and Keenan give their recommendations on what to watch on Disney+. As many of us under "shelter-in-place" orders have been binging on our streaming services, you know that Part of Our World has been getting even deeper into the Disney+ library. This episode covers binge-worthy shows, what Disney+ original movies really shine, and whether or not Disney+ is worth it for the vault, old school Disney channel classics, and more. Spoiler: we think it is! Find out why on this epis...

What to Watch on Disney+

April 07, 2020 10:17 - 91.8 MB

Episode 47: Keeping the Disney Magic Alive

March 25, 2020 13:34 - 58 minutes - 133 MB

This week, Rachael and Keenan are joined by Matt from Love of the Mouse Podcast to discuss how to keep the Disney magic alive when you can't be at the parks (whether they're open or not).    Matt can be found online at: Podcast: https://loveofthemousepodcast.com/ Twitter: @LOTMpodcast Instagram: /lotmpodcast ----more---- Let us know on social media what are YOUR ways of keeping the Disney magic alive? Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/parto...

Keeping the Disney Magic Alive

March 25, 2020 10:29 - 133 MB

Episode 46: Onward Review

March 08, 2020 19:36 - 32 minutes - 73.3 MB

Tune in to hear Rachael and Keenan's review of Disney Pixar's newest IP: Onward, starring Chris Pratt and Tom Holland. Warning: after a brief overview, this review contains spoilers for the entire film. Check it out after you've seen it, and let us know on social media what you thought of film and whether or not you agree with our analysis. ----more---- Website: partofourworld.net Twitter:  @poowpodcast Instagram: instagram.com/partofourworldpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/partofourworld...

Onward Review

March 08, 2020 10:33 - 73.3 MB

Episode 45: Evaluating the New Disney Dining Plan Plus

March 04, 2020 14:46 - 1 hour - 140 MB

On this bonus episode of Part of Our World Podcast, Keenan and Rachael evaluate the value of the newest addition to the Disney Dining experience: the Dining Plan Plus. After carefully selecting restaurants (thanks Twitter!) then deciding how much meals would cost using a very complex process of picking out menu items and totaling them, Keenan and Rachael determine if the dining plan plus is worth your money AND how it stacks up against the other Disney Dining Plans. ----more---- What are y...

Evaluating the New Disney Dining Plan Plus

March 04, 2020 11:50 - 140 MB

Episode 44: Best Attraction Queues with Disney DNA Podcast

February 26, 2020 14:45 - 1 hour - 198 MB

This week Rachael and Keenan are joined by special guests Trent and Jeni from the Disney DNA Podcast to discuss the best queues in Walt Disney World.  Trent and Jeni have been Disney podcasters for 4+ years, do two shows a week (one live!), are recent DVC members, and love EDUtainment and finding hidden Mickeys. Tune in to hear an emotional and fun-fact-filled discussion about what makes Disney queues so magical.   Disney DNA Podcast Website Twitter: @DisneyDNAPod Instagram: @disneydnapo...

Best Attraction Queues

February 26, 2020 12:32 - 86.1 MB

Episode 43: Our Favorite Disney Love Stories

February 14, 2020 21:37 - 44 minutes - 102 MB

In this very special Valentine's Day episode, Rachael and Keenan discuss their top five favorite Disney love stories. ----more---- We want to hear your thoughts! Tweet at us @poowpodcast, reach out via Instagram @partofourworldpodcast or join our Facebook group facebook.com/partofourworldpodcast to let us know your favorite Disney love stories or whether you agree or disagree with ours.

Our Favorite Disney Love Stories

February 14, 2020 12:37 - 102 MB

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