The Wdw Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host Lou Mongello and this is show #143 for the week of November 1 2009. Thank you for tuning in once again. We'll start off this week's show with a look at some Walt Disney World News, but the big news from Disney this week of course is about the newest addition to the Disney Cruise Line – the Disney Dream. This week, we'll take a look at the announcement and some of the incredible, innovative details about the ship, as well as its destinations, itineraries, and amazing features. And what better time than now to announce the details for the WDW Radio Cruise on the Disney Dream in 2011 as we are set to announce our sailing date and additional information. I'll give you the answers and winner of our last Walt Disney World trivia contest, and update you on upcoming Meets of the Month in Walt Disney World before playing more of your voicemails at the end of the show, so sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episod

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host Lou Mongello and this is show #142 for the week of October 25, 2009. Thank you for tuning in once again. The big news this week from Walt Disney World is the debut of a new show, and a new princess, and Tiana's Showboat Jubilee starts this week in Liberty Square in the Magic Kingdom. The live musical production based on The Princess and the Frog starts with a parade processional that leads to a show aboard the Liberty Square riverboat. There, Princess Tiana, the first new Disney Princess since Mulan debuted in 1998 leads a cast in a fun-filled musical show. And rather my describe it to you, this week I uploaded a preview video to the iTunes feed, and the entire show video to WDWRadio.com And while Walt Disney World Guests are being treated to a new show this week, sometimes we lose some of our favorite attractions, shows, shops and restaurants as new ones are introduced. So this week, we're going to look at

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. This is show #141 for the week of October 18, 2009. I am your host Lou Mongello, bringing a little bit of Disney magic to you each week in a fun, family-friendly show. Thank you for tuning in once again. Walt Disney World is filled with some incredible, unique dining experiences, and this week, we visit Mexico's San Angel Inn, where the atmosphere is as wonderful as the cuisine. Modeled after a Mexican hacienda dating back to 1692, the restaurant sits in perpetual twilight on the banks of a river, across from a Mayan pyramid and ruins, and features authentic dishes evocative of traditional Mexican fare. This week, we offer a live review from inside the restaurant as we enjoy some of the Inn's appetizers, main courses, and of course, desserts, as our serve explains every aspect of the meal, and the culture to us along the way. It's a fun segment that I think will not only make you hungry, but will make you want to visit the

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. This is show #140 for the week of October 11, 2009. I am your host Lou Mongello, bringing a little bit of Disney magic to you each week in a fun, family-friendly show. Thank you for tuning in once again. We'll start off this week's show with some news and some rumors coming from Walt Disney World, including the introduction of a new ride, a new tour and a new princess. With the recent opening of the Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco, and some recent reminiscing about the extinct Walt Disney Story on Main Street, USA, the importance of Walt Disney, the man came up, especially in relation to the Disney parks. And while there are many references to him throughout Walt Disney World, many people unfortunately overlook an attraction that is much more than an interactive museum, as Walt Disney: One Man's Dream is a tribute to the man who started it all, and an inspiration to future innovators. This week, friend and Disne

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello and this is show #139 for the week of October 4, 2009. Thank you for tuning in once again. There is some exciting and interesting news coming from Walt Disney World this week, starting with two big ways for you to not only save on an upcoming vacation, but even get in to the parks for free, and feeling good about doing it. We'll also look at how Disney is moving forward online, before looking at two trains – one that's slow and relaxing, and one that may be coming that's quite the opposite. This past weekend in Walt Disney World was fun and exciting for many, as Guests from around the world came to participate in one or more special events. In this week's roundtable, we'll look at the WDWRadio private event at the Adventurers Club, our walk around and review of Epcot's International Food & Wine Festival, the Expedition Everest Challenge race and more. Stay tuned to the end of the segment f

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello and this is show #138 for the week of September 27, 2009. Thank you for tuning in once again. There's no news this week, as I prepare to head out to Walt Disney World this week for the Adventurers Club event, Expedition Everest Challenge, and of course, the start of Epcot's International Food & Wine Festival. And to that end, we'll begin this week's show with an interview with Epcot's Executive Chef, Jens Dahlmann. We'll discuss what's new and exciting during the six-week, entertainment-packed events, filled with fine cuisine and wines from around the world. And since planning your Walt Disney World vacation is the first and often most critical step, I'll talk this week with three experts in doing just that, as members of the 2009 Walt Disney World Mom's Panel join me to talk about the panel, share their stories and experiences, as well as some tips and advice for travelers and potential fu

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello and this is show #137 for the week of September 20, 2009. Thank you for tuning in once again. I'm very excited about this week's show, as I have just returned from Disney's inaugural D23Expo in Anaheim, California and am looking forward to sharing with you details and stories from this incredible event. Joining me on a large roundtable this week are a number of guests who attended the event in various capacities, including some who attended virtually from their homes. It will be a fun look back and ahead at an historic event for Disney fans and the Disney Company for many, many reasons. I'll play many more of your listener 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

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello and this is show #136 for the week of September 13, 2009. Thank you for tuning in once again. While I certainly believe that “There's a great, big, beautiful tomorrow,” I also subscribe to the fact that “Now is the time, now is the best time,” and for that reason, this week we are going to take a detailed look at a classic attraction – Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress. In this DSI: Disney Scene Investigation, we will look at its history, evolution, present and future, as well as its significance beyond the Walt Disney World park. I'll play more listener 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 Thanks for listening!

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello and this is show #135 for the week of September 6, 2009. Thank you for tuning in. This week I am joined once again by an amazing gentleman, and true Disney Legend, as Richard Sherman, of the legendary Sherman Brothers sits down with me to discuss a new tribute to the incredible work of him and his brother. We will look at, and listen to, a new CD featuring a unique compilation of classic songs, performed by the greatest guitarists in the world. Justin Muchoney, a man who has been truly living the Disney Dream since he was inaugurated as the Disney Parks' Chief Magic Official, returns to the show to talk not about his CMO experience per se, but Disney dreams in general. We will talk about what our Ultimate Disney Dreams are, and then put that same question to you. I'll play more listener voicemails at the end of the show, so sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show.

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello and this is show #134 for the week of August 30, 2009. Thank you for tuning in once again. With what is looking to be an historic event for the Disney Company, and more importantly, for Disney enthusiasts worldwide, the D23 Expo is going to have something for everyone, including a few surprises I’m sure. Joining me this week to discuss the event, and possibly even hint at what some of those surprises might be, is Steven Clark, the head of Disney’s D23 community for Disney fans. I’ll answer more of your listener emails this week, including questions about celebrating in Walt Disney World, discounts, kids clubs, the Disney Dining Plan as well as the Food & Wine Festival and so much more. I’ll announce the winner of last week’s Walt Disney World Trivia contest before playing 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

As you know, when it comes to Walt Disney World... it's all about the food! And no trip to Walt Disney World is complete without a good snack! Join Lou Mongello as he stops in to Epcot's Japan pavilion for snacks that definitely don't fit on any dining plan... Visit WDWRadio.com for more great fun!

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #133 for the week of August 23, 2009. Thank you for tuning in once again. We'll start off this week's show with News from around Walt Disney World, including information about the 2010 Mom's Panel, Passholder events, special event dates and more. We may even pay a quick visit to the Walt Disney World Rumor Mill... After having recently attended two Disney fan meets across the country, I quickly realized that Disney magic isn't confined to the theme parks and resorts, but can happen almost anywhere. So this week, I'm joined in a roundtable discussion as we look at bringing and Making Disney Magic Outside the Parks. We'll talk about recent and upcoming events, how the internet has changed when and how like minded enthusiasts can meet, and look at the “Disney Experience” as a whole. I'll give you the clues for this week's Walt Disney World Trivia Contest before playing more of y

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #132 for the week of August 16, 2009. Thank you for tuning in once again. There's no news this week, as I'm traveling quite a bit, but instead, I wanted to bring you a Top Ten list that I've been looking forward to covering for quite some time. You know that Walt Disney World is all about story and detail, and some of the very best examples of both take place even before you enter an attraction. So this week, we're going to look at the Top Ten (and then some) Queues in Walt Disney World. 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 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 Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in next week

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello, and this is show #131 for the week of August 9, 2009. Thank you for tuning in once again. While the introduction of new attractions, shows or promotions gets many people excited about Walt Disney World, hearing about a new dining experience for many is equally as thrilling. And when a new restaurant is being introduced that comes from the first and only female Iron Chef, the excitement grows into anticipation. This week, I am pleased to be joined by Chef Cat Cora, whose Kouzzina restaurant is set to open soon on Disney's Boardwalk. We'll talk about her background and career, as well as what this new dining experience will bring to Walt Disney World Guests. With the recent introduction of new Disney Vacation Club properties at Kidani Village, The Treehouses at Saratoga Springs and the spectacular new Bay Lake Towers, I wanted to talk about not just the DVC in general, but about each of these ne

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello and this is show #130 for the week of August 2, 2009. Thank you for tuning in once again. We'll start off with some news from Walt Disney World, including the Company's recent financial reports and how they may affect you in the future, and testing a new way to get your FASTPASSes. We'll also visit the Walt Disney World Rumor Mill and look at a few quick items, including some possible new shows coming to the parks. In the next installment of my EPCOT Center Retrospective series, we'll journey aboard my Walt Disney World Wayback Machine to 1982 and take a look at the history and future of transportation as we take a ride on the wonderful World of Motion. I'll announce the winner of our “Name That Disney World Tune” contest, 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@wdwradi

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello and this is show #129 for the week of July 26, 2009. Thank you for tuning in once again. With the MagicMeets fan gathering approaching in just a few weeks, with it comes something that is very important not just to me, but so many other people - the Dream Team Project charity auction. This year marks the 5th year of the auction, and so this week we’ll talk a little bit about the event and some of the very special lots with some of the volunteers who truly make the magic happen. I’ll answer more of your emails this week, including questions about fireworks cruises, things for groups of girls and guys to do during their vacation, finding local medical services, places to pop the question, pools, food, kids clubs and so much more. I’ll introduce a new contest this week, called “Name That Disney World Tune” where I’ll ask you to identify songs from Walt Disney World for a chance to win a prize pac

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello and this is show #128 for the week of July 19, 2009. Thank you for tuning in once again. I recently attended the very first and very special D23 community for Disney fans tours of the Walt Disney Studios and Archives in Burbank, California. A true once in a lifetime experience, I wanted to share with you some of the details of the tour, what we saw and experienced in the Studios and in the legendary Walt Disney Archives. Three other attendees will join me on a roundtable discussion, as we talk about not just the tour and overall experience, but D23 as a whole. I’ll announce the winner of our last Where in the World Have You Heard This contest and 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.c

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello and this is show #127 for the week of July 12, 2009. Thank you for tuning in once again. It is a rare occasion when one has the opportunity to speak with someone who is a true legend of stage, screen and film. And this week, I have the honor of being able to share such a conversation with you. With a career that has spanned decades in which she has shared her so many of her incredible talents, she will for many people always be known as the title character in what can only be described as a true masterpiece of filmmaking - Mary Poppins. A character and film that are both practically perfect in every way. Dame Julie Andrews joins me in a one on one conversation as we talk about her role as Mary Poppins, how it came to be, working with Walt Disney and the Sherman Brothers, and so much more, including what is ahead for this incredible actress, singer, author and philanthropist. I'll end the show

Prepare yourself for one of the most unique views you can ever get of Walt Disney World. Join Lou Mongello as he hops aboard a tethered helium balloon 400 feet above Downtown Disney, where the views are simply spectacular. For more great fun visit WDWradio.com

Hello and welcome to The WDW Radio Show - Your Walt Disney World Information Station. I am your host, Lou Mongello and this is show #125 for the week of June 28, 2009. Thank you for tuning in once again. I’ll answer more of your Listener Emails again this week, including questions about going to Walt Disney World alone, resort hopping, Streetmosphere and more. With the summer heat in full swing, it’s only appropriate that this week we will look at the Top Ten Places to Get Wet in Walt Disney World to help you and your kids find some of the best places to stay cool and have fun. Listen for 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 Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in next week!