{"podcast":{"title":"WDW Radio: Your Guide to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise and More Disney Magic!","slug":"wdw-radio-your-guide-to-the-walt-disney-world-disneyland-disney-cruise-and-more-disney-magic-745149","podcast_index_feed_id":745149,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/wdwradio/","website_url":"https://www.wdwradio.com/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/9e1f73f0-0552-47e7-a828-2e08d9c0fc34/WDW-Radio-Logo-2026-v2.jpg","author":"Lou Mongello - Disney Expert","episode_count":1048,"summary":"WDW Radio is the award-winning Disney podcast that brings the magic of Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Marvel, and Star Wars to life. Since 2005, hosted by Lou Mongello – Disney expert, author, speaker, and Podcast Hall of Fame inductee – has been your trusted guide through the parks and beyond. Each week, tune in for Disney news, vacation planning tips, interviews, trivia, deep dives into Disney history, attraction and dining reviews, hidden park secrets, and more. From first-timer visitors to lifelong fans, this family-friendly podcast shares the tips, stories, secrets, and insights to help you plan smarter, experience more, and feel the magic like never before. Voted Best Travel Podcast 9 years in a row, WDW Radio also features a blog, videos, live shows, community meetups, group cruises, and special Disney fan events around the world. WDW Radio has welcomed legendary guests including Julie Andrews, Tony Baxter, Marty Sklar, Alan Menken, Richard Sherman, Paige O’Hara, Jodi Benson, Kevin Feige, Ashley Eckstein, and countless Imagineers, Cast Members, actors, producers, and creators who bring Disney magic to life. 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Over three unforgettable days at Walt Disney World , Disney fans came together to celebrate the past, present, and future of the magic we love. This week on WDW Radio , we recap the 23 biggest takeaways from Destination D23 2025 - from emotional tributes to bold Disney Parks announcements , hidden details to historic reveals - and even (what I think is) one big surprise hiding in plain sight that no one is talking about, but I believe is a sign of what’s to come. More than just news, we will explore what these moments mean for the future of Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Plus, Pixar, and Marvel - and for the incredible community of fans around the world. ✨ What was your favorite announcement from Destination D23? 📣 Comment in the WDW Radio Clubhouse or 📞 Call the Voicemail: 407-900-9391 ✈️ Looking to visit a Disney Park, Disney Cruise Line, or any vacation destination around the world? Let our friends at Mouse Fan Travel help you with expert planning at no cost to you! - visit MouseFanTravel.com 📬 Stay Connected: - Subscribe for email updates + get my FREE Disney book! - Instagram | Facebook  | LinkedIn | YouTube 🎧 Explore More: WDWRadio.com - Blog, archives, podcasts, and more WDW Radio Nation - Support the show and unlock rewards WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesday nights Events & Cruises - Join us for group trips and in-person meetups! LouMongello.com - Creator or solopreneur? Turn your passion into your profession with coaching, courses, and events, including our Momentum events in Walt Disney World. 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