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D23 Destination D Walt Disney World Recap and iPhone App Release Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #223 for the week of May 22, 2011. From May 12-15, 2011, Disney’s D23, the official community for Disney fans, held a four day event in Walt Disney World that included a 4 park Scavenger Hunt, as well as two days of speakers, presentations, and many surprises. Known as Destination D – The Florida Project, it celebrated Walt Disney World’s 40th anniversary and we’ll review the hunt and event on this week’s roundtable. I’ll also tell you about the brand new Walt Disney World Trivia iPhone app and more before playing some of your voicemails at the end of the show. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show. You can email the show at lou@wdwradio.com or call the voicemail TOLL FREE at 888-703-2171. Visit the web site at wdwradio.com and talk about the show by visiting and posting in th

WDW NewsCast - May 18, 2011 - Themed Rooms and more! --------------------------------------------------------- Topics this week include: - Royal Rooms at Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Art of Animation Resort -Themed Resort Rooms - In-Room Celebrations --------------------------------------------------------- Join us each week for a LIVE interactive news show covering the Walt Disney World resort in Orlando, Florida. Be a part of the broadcast and discussion and discuss the news real-time in the chat room. Join us every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. EST at http://WDWNewsCast.com Visit WDWRadio.com for daily blog posts, the weekly Disney podcast, Disney photos, Disney videos, discussion forums, Disney store and more! You can email the show at lou@wdwradio.com or call the voicemail TOLL FREE at 888-703-2171. Join the fan page on Facebook: http://Facebook.com/WDWRadio Follow Lou on Twitter: http://Twitter.com/LouMongello Get some Disney magic delivered right to your door! Subscribe to Celebrations Magazine at

Jeff Kurtti Interview - Part 2 Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #222 for the week of May 15, 2011. I’ll continue with my conversation from last week with author and director Jeff Kurtti. We’ll discuss his involvement as Content Consultant of the Walt Disney Family Museum, his latest book on the Disney Dream, what’s coming next and additional stories about Walt Disney, his legacy and much more. Stay tuned for some announcements before I play some more of your voicemails at the end of the show. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show. You can email the show at lou@wdwradio.com or call the voicemail TOLL FREE at 888-703-2171. Visit the web site at wdwradio.com and talk about the show by visiting and posting in the WDW Radio Show message forums Join the friend page on Facebook: http://Facebook.com/WDWRadio Follow Lou on Twitter: http://Twitter.com/LouMongello Get some Disn

Jeff Kurtti Interview Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #221 for the week of May 8, 2011. This week, I want to share an interview and conversation with someone whose work many of us have enjoyed for years. He is Jeff Kurtti, author of more than 25 books on Disney including Since The World Began, the Legends of Disney Imagineering and many of the “Art of…” books as well. He is also the writer/director of numerous documentaries including The Boys, the story of the Sherman Brothers, and many Walt Disney Treasures DVDs. His varied roles at Disney include time at Imagineering and other special projects. He is also the creative director of the Walt Disney Family Museum, so we have so much to cover about his life and times at Disney, the people he’s worked with including Herb Ryman, Dave Smith, Marty Sklar, Randy Bright, X. Atencio, and much more. Whether you are a fan of the parks, books, Imagineering, films or Walt

WDW NewsCast - May 4, 2011 - Free Dining, Special Events, Star Wars Weekends and More! --------------------------------------------------------- Topics this week include: - Free Dining in Walt Disney World - Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party dates - "Presenting Pixar," part of Pixar's 25th Anniversary Weekend - Car Masters Weekend in Downtown Disney - Tables in Wonderland special dining events - Star Wars Weekends celebrities announced --------------------------------------------------------- Join us each week for a LIVE interactive news show covering the Walt Disney World resort in Orlando, Florida. Be a part of the broadcast and discussion and discuss the news real-time in the chat room. Join us every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. EST at http://WDWNewsCast.com Visit WDWRadio.com for daily blog posts, the weekly Disney podcast, Disney photos, Disney videos, discussion forums, Disney store and more! You can email the show at lou@wdwradio.com or call the voicemail TOL

Streetmosphere and an Announcement Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #220 for the week of May 1, 2011. This week, we’ll take a close look at entertainment in Walt Disney World that offers more than simply a passive experience. They are actually living characters, which help make up the story of the Disney parks. Talented, surprising, and always interactive, they are Streetmosphere, and can be found in more places than you might realize. We’ll look at their history at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, who they are and where you can find them, how to get the most out of the experience and more. I’ll also share an announcement about a unique way to enjoy and experience Walt Disney World, talk about some upcoming events and share some other information before playing some of your voicemails at the end of the show. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show. You can email the show at lou@wd

WDW NewsCast - April 27, 2011 - Walt Disney World news from Lou Mongello of http://WDWRadio.com --------------------------------------------------------- Topics this week include: - Royal Treatment rooms at Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Health and Wellness Suites at Disney's Contemporary Resort - Announcement of private tours of Walt Disney World by Lou Mongello visit http://LouMongello.com --------------------------------------------------------- Join us each week for a LIVE interactive news show covering the Walt Disney World resort in Orlando, Florida. Be a part of the broadcast and discussion and discuss the news real-time in the chat room. Join us every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. EST at http://WDWNewsCast.com Visit WDWRadio.com for daily blog posts, the weekly Disney podcast, Disney photos, Disney videos, discussion forums, Disney store and more! You can email the show at lou@wdwradio.com or call the voicemail TOLL FREE at 888-703-2171. Join the fan page on Facebook: http://Facebook.com/WDWRadio Fol

Partners Statue DSI: Disney Scene Investigation and Interview with the voice of Mickey Mouse, Bret Iwan Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #219 for the week of April 24, 2011. Walt Disney once said that he hoped that we don't lose sight of one thing - that it was all started by a mouse. This week, we’ll remember just that fact, as I have two segments that both involve Mickey Mouse. First, we’ll venture into the Magic Kingdom, and explore not an attraction, land, shop or show, but a single location. In fact, a single statute. In this week’s DSI: Disney Scene Investigation, we will look at the history and story behind the iconic Partners statue of Walt and Mickey, located in the central hub. The legacy of, and bond between Walt and Mickey goes far beyond one of simply artist and creation. In fact, Walt actually lent his voice to his most famous work as far back as 1929. Over the years, Walt passed that torch to

WDW NewsCast - April 20, 2011 - Interactive Walt Disney World news from Lou Mongello --------------------------------------------------------- Topics this week include: - Star Tours 2 - The Adventure Continues - Rumors of a Star Wars themed land, restaurant and more coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios --------------------------------------------------------- Join us each week for a LIVE interactive news show covering the Walt Disney World resort in Orlando, Florida. Be a part of the broadcast and discussion and discuss the news real-time in the chat room. Join us every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. EST at http://WDWNewsCast.com Visit WDWRadio.com for daily blog posts, the weekly Disney podcast, Disney photos, Disney videos, discussion forums, Disney store and more! You can email the show at lou@wdwradio.com or call the voicemail TOLL FREE at 888-703-2171. Join the fan page on Facebook: http://Facebook.com/WDWRadio Follow Lou on Twitter: http://Twitter.com/LouMongello Get some Disney magic delivered right t

Randy Noble (Disney Design Group artist and Vinylmation creator) Interview Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #218 for the week of April 17, 2011. An important part of our Disney vacations include not just the memories we return with, but sometimes the souvenirs, collectibles or gifts for others that we come home with as well. And often times, the collectible, whether it be as small and simple as a pin to something more elaborate is truly a work of art. This week, I want to introduce you to one of the very talented artists that makes those souvenirs come to life. He is Randle Noble from the Disney Design Group, and in addition to his work and contributions to special events such as Star Wars Weekends, he is also the founder and father of one of the newest and largest Disney collecting crazes - Vinylmation. We’ll talk about his early work and inspiration, career at Disney, the Vinylmation craze, and he’ll offer

WDW NewsCast - April 13, 2011 - Interactive Walt Disney World news from Lou Mongello --------------------------------------------------------- Topics this week include: - Haunted Mansion and The Enchanted Tiki Room changes and rumors -Questions for the viewers --------------------------------------------------------- Join us each week for a LIVE interactive news show covering the Walt Disney World resort in Orlando, Florida. Be a part of the broadcast and discussion and discuss the news real-time in the chat room. Join us every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. EST at http://WDWNewsCast.com Visit WDWRadio.com for daily blog posts, the weekly Disney podcast, Disney photos, Disney videos, discussion forums, Disney store and more! You can email the show at lou@wdwradio.com or call the voicemail TOLL FREE at 888-703-2171. Join the fan page on Facebook: http://Facebook.com/WDWRadio Follow Lou on Twitter: http://Twitter.com/LouMongello Get some Disney magic delivered right to your door! Subscribe to Celebrations Maga

Listener Questions Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #217 for the week of April 10, 2011. I’ll open up the inbox this week and answer more of your emails, including questions about the Skyway, choosing a Deluxe Walt Disney World Resort, money saving secrets, making a trip special, getting groceries to your resort, and background music in the parks. We’ll also ask you to weigh in about some attractions that you might want to change. I’ll have information about upcoming Meets of the Month in Walt Disney World, details of the WDW Radio Disney Cruise in 2012, how you can help others in need and more. I’ll then play more of your voicemails at the end of the show, so sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show. You can email the show at lou@wdwradio.com or call the voicemail TOLL FREE at 888-703-2171. Visit the web site at wdwradio.com and talk about the show by visiting and posting in th

WDW NewsCast - April 6, 2011 - Interactive Walt Disney World news from Lou Mongello of http://WDWRadio.com --------------------------------------------------------- Topics this week include: - New Disney Cruise Line Itineraries including New York, Seattle, Galveston, Los Angeles and Port Canaveral for the Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy, Disney Magic and Disney Wonder ships --------------------------------------------------------- Join us each week for a LIVE interactive news show covering the Walt Disney World resort in Orlando, Florida. Be a part of the broadcast and discussion and discuss the news real-time in the chat room. Join us every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. EST at http://WDWNewsCast.com Please keep the conversation going by subscribing to the WDWRadio channel on YouTube channel at http://YouTube.com/user/WDWRadio Visit WDWRadio.com for daily blog posts, the weekly Disney podcast, Disney photos, Disney videos, discussion forums, Disney store and more! You can email the show at lou@wdwradio.com or c

Top Ten Water Features in Walt Disney World Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #216 for the week of April 3, 2011. There are countless opportunities in Walt Disney World to explore and appreciate attractions, details and other experiences in many new ways. Sometimes, it just takes looking at something with a different perspective. This week, we hope to help you do just that, as we examine the Top Ten Water Features in Walt Disney World. Often beautiful, kinetic, and sometimes overlooked, they are yet another layer of entertainment and story to be enjoyed throughout the resort. I’ll announce dates and details about upcoming Meets of the Month in Walt Disney World, including something special we’re doing to make a difference, as well as details about the new WDW Radio Disney Book Club. I’ll then play more of your voicemails at the end of the show, so sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Rad

WDW NewsCast - March 30, 2011 The WDW News Cast - Interactive Walt Disney World news from Lou Mongello of http://WDWRadio.com Topics this week include: - New Mickey Mouse and Disney Princess meet and greet in Town Square Theater - Effect on FASTPASS system - Disney character meets in the parks - Disney Book Club Announcement!! ---------------------------- Join us each week for a LIVE interactive news show covering the Walt Disney World resort in Orlando, Florida. Be a part of the broadcast and discussion and discuss the news real-time in the chat room. Join us every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. EST at http://WDWNewsCast.com Please keep the conversation going by subscribing to the WDWRadio channel on YouTube channel at http://YouTube.com/user/WDWRadio Visit WDWRadio.com for daily blog posts, the weekly Disney podcast, Disney photos, Disney videos, discussion forums, Disney store and more! You can email the show at lou@wdwradio.com or call the voicemail TOLL FREE at 888-703-2171. Join the fan page on Faceboo

Interview with Jeffrey Epstein the Disney Geek from D23 Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #215 for the week of March 27, 2011. This is an exciting year from the Disney community, with the introduction of new attractions, resorts, destinations and special events. Some of those events include those held by and for D23, the Official Community of Disney fans. This May, they will celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Walt Disney World with Destination D and a companion scavenger hunt, and later this summer, the D23 Expo returns to Anaheim, California . This week, I welcome in Jeffrey Epstein, the Disney Geek from D23 to learn more not only about him, but some of the history of D23, some of the upcoming special events, what’s new and what’s next. I’ll play more of your voicemails at the end of the show, so sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show. You can email the show at lou@wdwradio.com

WDW NewsCast - March 23, 2011 The WDW News Cast - Interactive Walt Disney World news from Lou Mongello of http://WDWRadio.com Topics this week include: - Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Rumored Expansion - Possible new DVC (Disney Vacation Club) Resort ---------------------------- Join us each week for a LIVE interactive news show covering the Walt Disney World resort in Orlando, Florida. Be a part of the broadcast and discussion and discuss the news real-time in the chat room. Join us every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. EST at http://WDWNewsCast.com Please keep the conversation going by subscribing to the WDWRadio channel on YouTube channel at http://YouTube.com/user/WDWRadio Visit WDWRadio.com for daily blog posts, the weekly Disney podcast, Disney photos, Disney videos, discussion forums, Disney store and more! You can email the show at lou@wdwradio.com or call the voicemail TOLL FREE at 888-703-2171. Join the fan page on Facebook: http://Facebook.com/WDWRadio Follow Lou on Twitter: http://Twi

WDW Radio Cruise on the Disney Dream Recap Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #214 for the week of March 20, 2011. After more than a year of planning and anticipation, the WDW Radio Cruise on the Disney Dream set sail on February 27, 2011 for a fun adventure we’ll all never forget. This week, we’ll look back on the cruise, recap every day at sea, and discuss how a community of people, many of whom were complete strangers to one another, left as a family of great friends. We’ll also look ahead to doing it all again in 2012. I’ll have a few quick announcements and then play more of your voicemails at the end of the show, so sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show. You can email the show at lou@wdwradio.com or call the voicemail TOLL FREE at 888-703-2171. Visit the web site at wdwradio.com and talk about the show by visiting and posting in the WDW Radio Show message forums Join

Maximizing Your Time in the Walt Disney World Theme Parks Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #213 for the week of March 13, 2011. Although I talk, usually at length, about taking time to slow down and appreciate all of Walt Disney World’s details, stories and overlooked experiences, I also understand that for many individuals and families, they have limited time to enjoy all of the shows and attractions in the parks. And although we all tour differently, it’s about maximizing your time and getting the most out of your vacation experience. This week, we’ll look at some tips to do just that, including how using an online resource at home and in the parks can help you save time and money on your next visit. I’ll have some announcements and then play more of your voicemails at the end of the show, so sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show. You can email the show at lou@wdwradio.com

WDW NewsCast - March 9, 2011 The WDW News Cast - Interactive Walt Disney World news from Lou Mongello of http://WDWRadio.com Topics this week include: - Peter Pan's Flight - New queue! - Skyway building in Fantasyland - Club 626 Character Dance Party in Tomorrowland starring Stitch - Storybook Circus - Via Napoli - Grad Night in Walt Disney World - Ridemakerz and the Virgin Megastore in Downtown Disney ---------------------------- Join us each week for a LIVE interactive news show covering the Walt Disney World resort in Orlando, Florida. Be a part of the broadcast and discussion and discuss the news real-time in the chat room. Join us every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. EST at http://WDWNewsCast.com Please keep the conversation going by subscribing to the WDWRadio channel on YouTube channel at http://YouTube.com/user/WDWRadio Visit WDWRadio.com for daily blog posts, the weekly Disney podcast, Disney photos, Disney videos, discussion forums, Disney store and more! You can email the show at lou@wdwradio.com o