Polka Dot Podcast
89 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWelcome to Polka Dot Podcast, a show by a mom for moms and lovers of all things Disney. On this show, Leslie, a lifelong Disney fan and mother of three, will join with guests to discuss tips and lessons learned from traveling to Walt Disney World, Disneyland and other Disney parks with kids and groups of family and friends. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for show updates and related content.
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Episodes
What To Do With These 11 Magic Kingdom Attractions
August 15, 2020 12:00 - 52 minutes - 72.7 MB"Keep it. Plus it. Toss it." Leslie, Andrew and Dan weigh in on what they would do with 11 Magic Kingdom attractions. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
Walt Disney World and Universal Studios with Teens
August 08, 2020 12:00 - 52 minutes - 72.7 MBLeslie and Andrew interview Denise and her daughter, Madison, about going to Walt Disney World and Universal Studios with teenagers. They share tips and insight on what worked best for getting the most out of their vacation. Leslie and Denise reminisce about visiting Disney in the 1980s and 90s and share memories about the Riverside resort, Fort Wilderness' petting farm and Denise's role in the Hoop Dee-Doo Revue. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
8 Backstage Experiences for the Ultimate Disney Fan
August 01, 2020 12:00 - 31 minutes - 44.4 MBLeslie and Andrew review eight magical backstage experiences for the ultimate Disney fan, plus Disney's VIP tour currently offered at Walt Disney World. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter.
Disney News and July Fan Talk
July 25, 2020 02:25 - 34 minutes - 48.5 MBIn the first of a monthly segment, Leslie and Andrew discuss Disney news for July, podcast updates and other Disney topics (Hamilton, Disney World opening, and more). Plus Andrew shares his "10 Favorite Disney Things." Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
Disney News and July Fan Talk
July 25, 2020 02:25In the first of a monthly segment, Leslie and Andrew discuss Disney news for July, podcast updates and other Disney topics (Hamilton, Disney World opening, and more). Plus Andrew shares his "10 Favorite Disney Things." Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
Disney News and July Fan Talk
July 25, 2020 02:25In the first of a monthly segment, Leslie and Andrew discuss Disney news for July, podcast updates and other Disney topics (Hamilton, Disney World opening, and more). Plus Andrew shares his "10 Favorite Disney Things." Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
Disney News and July Fan Talk
July 25, 2020 02:25In the first of a monthly segment, Leslie and Andrew discuss Disney news for July, podcast updates and other Disney topics (Hamilton, Disney World opening, and more). Plus Andrew shares his "10 Favorite Disney Things." Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
Disney's Would You Rather
July 18, 2020 12:00 - 23 minutes - 33.8 MBLeslie welcomes back Jim and Mary for a Disney "Would You Rather" game. Plus, they banter about adding India to Epcot's World Showcase, Disney's live action movies and other Disney topics. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
5 Tips for Animal Kingdom With Kids
July 11, 2020 12:00 - 38 minutes - 54.5 MBLeslie interviews James and Mary, who share five tips for taking kids under five to Disney's Animal Kingdom. Plus James answers "10 Questions" about his favorite Disney things. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
9 Retired Hollywood Studios Attractions
July 04, 2020 12:00 - 40 minutes - 56.3 MBLeslie and Dan say "Good Times or Good Riddance" to these nine retired Hollywood Studios attractions. Andrew hosts the game (and does his best Ryan Seacrest and Regis Philbin impressions). Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
4 Lessons on Taking a 4-Year-Old to Walt Disney World
June 27, 2020 01:45 - 30 minutes - 43.7 MBLeslie and Andrew share tips and lessons learned about going to Walt Disney World with a four year-old. Plus their daughter weighs in on what she liked best about their vacation. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
7 Ways to Celebrate Father's Day at Walt Disney World
June 20, 2020 04:00 - 32 minutes - 46.7 MBLeslie and Andrew review his ideal Father's Day at Walt Disney World, plus seven ways for dad's to celebrate their special day at WDW in 2021. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
10 Retired Epcot Attractions
June 13, 2020 04:00 - 46 minutes - 65 MBGood times or good riddance? Leslie, Andrew and Dan review 10 retired Epcot attractions: Maelstrom; Journey Into Imagination; Horizons; The Living Seas; World of Motion; Universe of Energy; Body Wars; Cranium Command; Captain EO and Honey I Shrunk the Audience; Kitchen Cabaret and Food Rocks. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
10 Retired Magic Kingdom Attractions
June 06, 2020 20:00 - 43 minutes - 60.4 MBGood times or good riddance? Leslie, Andrew and Dan discuss 10 retired Magic Kingdom attractions: Mr. Toad's Wild Ride; Snow White's Scary Adventure; 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea; Delta's Dreamflight; The Timekeeper; Mission to Mars and more. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
We're Going to Disney World...Maybe
May 30, 2020 04:00 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MBLeslie and Andrew booked a reservation at Walt Disney World for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party! They share their tentative plans, questions and concerns about traveling in a COVID-19 era, and brainstorm ideas for their week-long itinerary. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
Walt Disney World Jeopardy
May 23, 2020 04:00 - 19 minutes - 28.3 MBAndrew takes the reins of episode 20 to host Polka Dot Podcast's first Disney Jeopardy game. Leslie competes against her brothers James and Dan. Play along to see if you can beat the contestants in this Walt Disney World trivia game. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
6 Walt Disney World Group Travel Tips
May 16, 2020 11:30 - 27 minutes - 38.4 MBLeslie and Andrew banter about Disney's recent sing-along shows and The Little Mermaid Live! And Leslie shares six tips for planning group vacations to Walt Disney World [beginning 11:56]. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter.
Disney Then and Now
May 09, 2020 04:00 - 36 minutes - 51.8 MBHappy Mother's Day! Leslie interviews her mother about how she became a Disney fan in the early 1950s before Disneyland opened. Nancy discusses the differences in planning a Disney vacation in the 80s vs. today, and shares tips for other seniors on visiting Walt Disney World with their grandkids. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
Mother's Day at Walt Disney World
May 02, 2020 04:00 - 22 minutes - 32.5 MBAndrew interviews Leslie about her ideal Mother's Day at Walt Disney World and ways in which moms can pamper themselves at Disney's parks, resorts and Disney Springs. Plus, Leslie's dream about John Stamos. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
Best WDW Resorts for Adults and Kids of All Ages
April 25, 2020 11:00 - 22 minutes - 32.3 MBIn the fourth episode of April's Walt Disney World resorts series, Leslie shares her top picks for best WDW resorts for adults and kids of all ages. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
Would You Rather? Disney Resorts Edition
April 18, 2020 03:37 - 21 minutes - 30 MBLeslie and Andrew face-off in a Disney resorts edition of "Would You Rather?" Did you know these recreational activities existed at Walt Disney World resorts? Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
5 Reasons to Resort Hop at Walt Disney World
April 11, 2020 02:33 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MBLeslie and Andrew discuss five reasons to take downtime away from the Disney World parks and hop over to other Disney resorts. And Leslie shares three hotel hopping plans to consider for your next Walt Disney World vacation. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
5 Considerations for Choosing a WDW Resort
April 04, 2020 12:00 - 28 minutes - 39.6 MBShould I stay on Disney property? Which Walt Disney World resort should I stay at? In this episode, Leslie and Andrew discuss five considerations for choosing where to stay for your next Walt Disney World vacation. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
5 Considerations for Choosing a WDW Resort
April 04, 2020 12:00 - 28 minutes - 39.6 MBShould I stay on Disney property? Which Walt Disney World resort should I stay at? In this episode, Leslie and Andrew discuss five considerations for choosing where to stay for your next Walt Disney World vacation. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
15 Ways to Make Disney Magic at Home
March 23, 2020 01:27 - 19 minutes - 28.5 MBLeslie and Andrew share 15 ways to make Disney Magic while the parks are closed and you're stuck at home. Plus, the couple plays a Disney edition of "Would You Rather?" Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
If You Were An Imagineer...What Would You Add To Disney Springs?
March 21, 2020 15:00 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MBIf you were an imagineer, what would you add to Disney Springs? Leslie and Andrew exchange ideas about what new attractions they would add to Walt Disney World's Disney Springs if they were Disney Imagineers. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
Q&A with a (Former) Non-Disney Fan
March 14, 2020 15:45 - 46 minutes - 65.2 MBLeslie interviews Mary, a former non-Disney fan, about how a recent Walt Disney World vacation changed her entire perspective on all things Disney. Mary shares insights on why she previously did not enjoy WDW and had little interest in going there again, and how she became a Disney fan. They also discuss favorite restaurants, food, rides, etc. and share tips for other park-goers (including non-Disney fans!). Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
I Took My 1-Year-Old to Disney, Here's What Happened
March 07, 2020 16:50 - 43 minutes - 60.4 MBIn this episode, Leslie and Andrew do a deep dive into their week long Walt Disney World vacation. They discuss lessons learned by traveling to WDW with their 18-month-old baby and share tips for planning your next Disney family vacation. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
Disney's Hollywood Studios with Kids Under 5
February 29, 2020 16:45 - 29 minutes - 42 MBIn this episode, Leslie and Andrew review lessons learned in visiting Disney's Hollywood Studios with their four-year-old and 18-month-old daughters. They also banter about recent changes to the park, including Star Wars Galaxy's Edge and Toy Story Land. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
3 Takeaways From Epcot's International Festival of the Arts
February 22, 2020 17:00 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBIn this episode, Leslie and Andrew share three main takeaways about Epcot's International Festival of the Arts, as well as seven things kids will love about the event. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for show updates and related content.
5 Tips for Planning a Vacation with a Disney Newbie
February 15, 2020 17:00 - 28 minutes - 39.6 MBNever having been to a Disney park as a child, what did you like most and what did you like least about visiting Disneyland and Walt Disney World for the first time as an adult? Leslie and Andrew banter about his first experiences visiting Disney parks and how he emerged a Disney fan as a 30-something-year-old man. Andrew shares his early impressions of Disneyland vs. Walt Disney World, and Leslie gives five tips for planning a Disney vacation with a Disney newbie. Follow @polkadotpodcast ...
More on Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea
February 08, 2020 17:00 - 23 minutes - 33.1 MBLeslie and Dan continue discussion on the Tokyo Disney Resort and what travelers need to know about visiting Tokyo Disneyland and DiseySea. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
5 Tips for Visiting Tokyo Disney Resort
January 31, 2020 17:36 - 18 minutes - 26.5 MBLeslie interviews Dan, her brother and a fellow Disney fan, about his recent vacation in Japan, where he visited the Tokyo Disney Resort. In this episode, Dan shares five planning tips for navigating Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
5 Things to Know About a WDW Babymoon
January 25, 2020 13:21 - 20 minutes - 29.6 MBExpecting a baby mouse? Leslie and Andrew review five considerations and tips they learned during their Walt Disney World babymoon. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
I took my 2-year-old to WDW, here’s what happened
January 19, 2020 17:34 - 32 minutes - 46.1 MBLeslie took her two-year-old to Walt Disney World for a girls’ trip. Don’t make the same mistakes she made on your next trip! In episode 3, Leslie and hubby Andrew discuss lessons learned and share tips for traveling to Disney with toddlers. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for bonus material.
BONUS: If You Were a Disney Imagineer...What Resort Would You Design?
January 04, 2020 02:30 - 18 minutes - 26.3 MBWhat section of Magic Kingdom is not represented in any of the Walt Disney World resorts? In the first edition of Polka Dot Podcast’s “If I Were an Imagineer…” series, Leslie and fellow Disney fan Dan (aka her brother) share ideas about themed resorts they would design if they were Disney Imagineers. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for show updates and related content.
If You Were a Disney Imagineer...What Resort Would You Design?
January 04, 2020 02:30 - 18 minutes - 25.3 MBWhat section of Magic Kingdom is not represented in any of the Walt Disney World resorts? In the first edition of Polka Dot Podcast’s “If I Were an Imagineer…” series, Leslie and fellow Disney fan Dan (aka her brother) share ideas about themed resorts they would design if they were Disney Imagineers. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for show updates and related content.
8 Reasons I Love Disney, WDW Travel Tips for Parents
January 03, 2020 17:21 - 23 minutes - 32.6 MBOn the fence about going to Walt Disney World for your next family vacation? In episode one, Disney fan Leslie and her husband, Andrew, discuss eight reasons why they love going to Disney with their daughters (ages 14, 4 and 16 months), and recount memories of their early experiences at the Orlando parks. Follow Polka Dot Podcast on Instagram and Twitter at @PolkaDotPodcast for show updates and related content.
About Polka Dot Podcast
January 03, 2020 17:06 - 2 minutes - 4.92 MBWelcome to Polka Dot Podcast, a show by a mom for moms and lovers of all things Disney. On this show, Leslie, a lifelong Disney fan and mother of three, will discuss with guests tips and lessons learned from traveling to Walt Disney World, Disneyland and other Disney parks with kids and groups of family and friends. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for show updates and related content.