Welcome to Club Castle, a Disney Experience podcast where you're always on the VIP list! We love chatting about the latest park news and sharing our travel tips and tricks with you.
In this episode, Maggie talks about her recent trip to Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. Her family squeezed in a lot during their limited time at the party, including the Boo-To-You parade, Hocus Pocus stage show and Not-So-Scary firework show, as well as rides on the newly refurbished Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin. Her family also visited both Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach.
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21 Aug 2026
011 Our D23 Recap and Unfiltered Opinions
In this episode we overanalyze, share hot takes and break down all the news from the D23 "Horizons" Disney Experience Showcase, including big announcements about Villains Land and Piston Peak at Magic Kingdom, Tropical Americas at Animal Kingdom, Monstropolis at Hollywood Studios and the Tomorrowland refresh at Disneyland.
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5 Aug 2026
010 Let's Play Disney Games
To celebrate the tenth podcast episode, Maggie's and Bethany's husbands join as special guests. The guys answer The Happiest Quiz on Earth, then the group plays The Price is Right, Disney Style and Disney Trivia.
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21 Jul 2026
009 D23 Predictions
In this episode we discuss what we think will be announced at this year's D23, including Villains Land, Monstropolis, Tropical Americas, a new Avatar land at DCA and more. We break it down by all six US parks at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, and run through what we think will happen at this year's D23, and what we wish would be announced.
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14 Jul 2026
008 All About Animal Kingdom
Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom is not "just a zoo." We're here to tell you why this is one of our favorite Disney parks. We talk about hotels, rope drop strategy, and, of course, our favorite rides, restaurants and snacks. We also share what it's like to pet a rhino on the Up Close with Rhinos tour.
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7 Jul 2026
007 Hollywood Studios 101
In this episode we talk about Walt Disney World's Hollywood Studios including rope drop strategy, which rides break down most frequently (can you guess which ride is down at park opening 24% of the time?), and whether or not we recommend Fantasmic. Stick around for the end when we play Re-ride, Refurb or Retire Hollywood Studios Style.
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30 Jun 2026
006 Our Guide to EPCOT
We discuss each EPCOT land, plus all eleven pavilions of the World Showcase. Bethany goes on a rant about a beloved EPCOT attraction that she thinks is overrated, and we talk about the dangers of high expectations on a Disney trip. Stick around for the end, when we play World Showcase Cup, a World Cup-themed showdown between the EPCOT world pavilions. Which country do you think came out on top?
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23 Jun 2026
005 All About Magic Kingdom
This episode is all about Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom, the most magical place on Earth. We discuss which hotels are closest to the park, best snacks, quick service and table service restaurants, and, of course, our must-do rides and shows. You'll also find some tips and tricks about where to watch the parades and fireworks.
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Have a question or comment? Email us at clubcastlepodcaste@gmail.com
Do you have a Disney trip coming up? If you'd like to be a guest on a Trip Report episode, please leave us a message on SpeakPipe with details of your upcoming trip. If your trip fits what we're looking for, we'll reach out to you.
Thanks for listening!
17 Jun 2026
004 Trip Report: Disneyland Part 2 with Maggie and Bethany
Bethany and Maggie wrap up their trip to Disneyland by discussing Maggie's time in Phoenix and her family's two days in the parks. We talk about her first time park hopping, her impression of Sleeping Beauty Castle as a frequent visitor of Disney World, and Grad Night's impact on crowds at both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park.
9 Jun 2026
003 Trip Report: Disneyland Part 1 with Maggie and Bethany
This is part one of Bethany and Maggie's trip to Disneyland around Memorial Day weekend. This episode covers Bethany's first two days in the parks, as well as a tumultuous travel day due to the Garden Grove chemical accident. We talk about Hyperspace Mountain, meeting characters including Darth Vader and Jack Sparrow, and we discuss how guest behavior can positively or negatively affect the experience.
2 Jun 2026
002 How to Beat the Heat
Summer at Disney can be intense, but with the right items, tips and strategies you can stay cool without losing any of the magic. This week, we'll discuss our must-have products to beat the heat, which attractions we love to experience during the hottest part of the day, and restaurant recommendations for relaxing in the AC.
22 May 2026
001 Are After Hours Events Worth It?
In this episode we discuss specially-ticketed events at Disney parks, including Disneyland After Dark, After Hours Events at Walt Disney World, as well as Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party.
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