If you believe Disney isn’t just for kids—you’ve found your people. We’re a Disney-obsessed couple who dive into everything from Walt Disney World and Disneyland trip planning to the movies that defined our childhoods.
Every Monday, we bring you lively conversations on the best countries in EPCOT, the latest Disney news, hidden gems, and even which rides and restaurants are overrated. Our mix of park tips, debates, and Disney history is made for Disney adults who crave both magic and nostalgia.
We also welcome special guests—including Disney Legends, Imagineers, former animators, and directors—who share behind-the-scenes stories about creating the attractions, films, and music that shaped generations.
Whether you’re planning your next Disney trip, reminiscing about classic movies, or just love talking Mickey shaped food, Enchanted Ears is your weekly dose of pixie dust.
Episodes
4 days ago
4 days ago
1hr 1 min
What makes runDisney worth the 2:30 AM alarm?
Carissa Galloway—RunDisney’s first female race announcer—joins us to explain why these races feel different, what happens behind the scenes before runners reach the start line, and how the community has changed during her two decades with the event.
Carissa also shares the finish-line story she has never forgotten, how runDisney can turn first-time participants into lifelong runners, and the fueling mistake that leaves too many athletes starting their race dehydrated and underprepared. Plus, we discuss costumes, running and announcing on the same morning, marathon training, and why no distance should ever be dismissed as “just” a 5K.
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Timestamps
00:00 Carissa Was The Face of RunDisney
03:40 Why RunDisney is Unlike Any Other Race
07:20 Is Disney the Perfect Place for Your First Race?
12:31 Carissa’s Journey to Announcing for RunDisney
16:15 The Evolution of RunDisney
19:00 Creating the Energy at the Finish Line
23:53 Behind the Scenes of a RunDisney Race
29:25 The Incredible Stories Behind the Races
36:23 Prepping to Announce Everything from Ironman to Power Boating
44:07 The Biggest Mistake Runners Make With Nutrition
50:28 Learn to Enjoy the Training Process
58:17 Follow Carissa for More RunDisney Fun
59:40 When’s Your Next Race?
Jul 25, 2026
Jul 25, 2026
50 min
Disney has restricted access to resort buses departing Disney Springs, closing a loophole that allowed guests to park for free and travel through a resort to the theme parks.
But is this really about parking—or is Disney beginning to make the “Disney bubble” less open?
We break down who the new rule affects, why some resort guests support it, the unexpected problems it creates for locals and Annual Passholders, and whether resort hopping, holiday displays, the monorail, or the Skyliner could eventually face similar restrictions.
We also ask the larger question: are Disney fans overreacting, or is this a small change that could set a major precedent?
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Timestamps:
00:00 Big Changes to Disney Transportation
04:02 Our New Studio
05:35 The Free Parking Loophole Disney Just Closed
12:14 Is Disney Actually Making a Good Decision?
22:22 Did Disney Just Ruin Your Next Vacation?
30:48 Where Do We Go From Here?
41:13 Is Everyone Overreacting or Is There Valid Concern?
49:40 Do You Think the Transportation Changes Will Impact Your Vacation?
Jul 13, 2026
Jul 13, 2026
40 min
What is the single greatest thing in all of Walt Disney World?
Are classic attractions better than modern rides? Can a Disney snack beat a character meet-and-greet? And when listeners vote, which part of the parks rises above everything else?
In our 400th episode, we reveal the final results of our Best of the Parks Tournament, as voted on by you, the listeners. After weeks of matchups across classic attractions, modern attractions, food and snacks, and character meet-and-greets, only one Disney World favorite can be crowned the champion.
In this episode, we cover:
- The final results of our listener-voted Disney World bracket
- Classic attractions vs. modern attractions
- Disney snacks vs. character meet-and-greets
- The biggest surprises from the tournament
- What Disney fans chose as the best thing in Walt Disney World
- A look back at 400 episodes of Enchanted Ears
Thank you for listening, voting, and being part of this milestone with us. Here’s to 400 episodes — and the magic still to come.
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Timestamps
Celebrating 400 Episodes 00:00
Building the Bracket 02:17
These Were Some Tough Choices 03:50
The Podcast Throughout the Years 15:22
The Best Attractions at Disney World 19:14
Is Mickey Mouse’s Win Inevitable? 24:42
Thank You to Everyone Who Supported Give Kids the World 27:33
The Single Greatest Thing at Disney World 30:21
Jul 6, 2026
Jul 6, 2026
1hr 16 min
What would you do if you opened your email and saw a message asking if you wanted to audition for Mickey Mouse?
This week, we’re joined by Bret Iwan, the official voice of Mickey Mouse, to talk about the surreal path that led him from artist and Disney fan to one of the most iconic roles in entertainment history.
Bret shares how he found out about the opportunity, what the audition process was like, and how he approaches voicing a character who means so much to so many people around the world.
In this episode, we cover:
- The email that changed Bret’s life
- How someone auditions to become the voice of Mickey Mouse
- What it means to carry on a role once held by Walt Disney, Jimmy MacDonald, and Wayne Allwine
- Bret’s background as an artist and illustrator
- How he approaches Mickey’s voice without making it about himself
- The rare connection between drawing Mickey and voicing Mickey
- Why Mickey still represents optimism, imagination, and Disney magic
Whether you grew up with Mickey Mouse, love Disney history, or are fascinated by voice acting, this conversation is a heartfelt look at the legacy behind Disney’s most iconic character.
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Timestamps
We LOVED Talking with Bret Iwan 00:00
Bret Does a Pretty Good Mickey Impression 02:15
Growing Up With a Love of Disney 04:16
Designing Hallmark Cards 07:45
Do You Want to Be the Voice of Mickey Mouse? 16:11
The Difficulty of Life as a Voice Actor 25:52
Painting Mickey Mouse’s Official Portrait 28:47
Creating Opportunities for Yourself 34:44
Exploring More Depth in Mickey’s Personality 37:53
What Does Mickey Represent? 48:17
How Has Bret’s Relationship with Disney Changed? 50:42
Reflecting on the Legacy of Voicing Mickey Mouse 54:24
Bret’s Connection to Walt Goes Further Than Mickey 59:12
Taking the Leap Into Storytelling 01:04:39
Bret’s Disney Favorites 01:09:29
Follow Bret for More! 01:14:15
Jun 29, 2026
Jun 29, 2026
1hr 7 min
What does immersive entertainment actually mean — and why does it feel like the future of theme parks?
This week, we’re joined by Sage Starkey to talk about storytelling, guest agency, themed entertainment, and what it takes to make audiences feel like they truly belong inside a world.
From experiences like Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser to interactive theater, live performance, and projects like The Good Neighbor Game, Sage helps us understand how immersive experiences are built from the ground up — and why the guest is such an important part of the story.
In this episode, we cover:
- What immersive entertainment really means
- How creators plan for unpredictable guest behavior
- The balance between freedom, play, and a defined narrative
- What Galactic Starcruiser taught us about interactive storytelling
- Why immersive entertainment may only be getting started
If you love Disney parks, themed entertainment, the Starcruiser, or the future of storytelling, this conversation is a fascinating look at where experiences could go next.
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Timestamps
The World of Immersive Entertainment with Sage Starkey 00:00
Give Kids the World Fundraiser 01:43
What is Immersive Entertainment? 04:00
How to Be More Engaged in Conversations 10:10
How Sage Got Into Themed Entertainment 13:15
Developing the Galactic Starcruiser 17:06
How Much Ownership Did the Cast Have on the Characters? 23:47
The Struggle of Getting Out of Character 27:59
How to Guide the Guests in Immersive Experiences 34:31
You Don’t Know What You Have Until It’s Gone 37:50
How Did Sage Remember Hundreds of People’s Names? 41:00
Good Neighbor Game 43:10
The Future of Themed Entertainment 47:46
The IP ASKING to Be Turned Into an Immersive Experience 51:20
Sage’s Parks Favorites 56:34
Sage’s Favorite AllEars Video 58:07
Did We Just Become Best Friends? 1:00:08
Follow Sage on Social Media 1:03:57
Jun 22, 2026
Jun 22, 2026
55 min
Mickey Bar or Dole Whip?
TRON or Big Thunder Mountain?
Chip or Dale?
Every Disney fan has their favorites, but what is truly the Best of the Parks?
This week, we're kicking off our Episode 400 celebration with the launch of our Best of the Parks Tournament, and we're joined by special guest Quincy from AllEars to help set the field.
Together, we determine the matchups in four categories:
🎢 Classic Attractions
✨ Modern Attractions
🍦 Food & Snacks
📸 Character Meet & Greets
Now it's your turn.
Vote on our website and Instagram and help decide who advances all the way to the championship. The winner will be revealed during our 400th episode celebration.
In this episode, we cover:
- How the bracket works
- Quincy's picks and reactions
- The categories competing for Best of the Parks
- How YOU can help crown the ultimate winner
For complete details, visit: enchantedears.com/400
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Timestamps
Welcome 00:00
Give Kids the World Fundraiser 00:56
What’s it Like Traveling Around the World 03:20
Best of the Parks Bracket 06:44
Big Changes for Carousel of Progress 08:17
What are the Best Classic Disney Attractions? 14:16
Is Big Thunder Still the Wildest Ride in the Wilderness? 18:16
The Best Modern Attractions 20:07
Top Snacks at Disney World 30:17
Who is Your Favorite Character Meet and Greet? 40:53
What is Quincy’s Favorite Park? 49:23
We Challenge Quincy! 51:03
Vote Now for the Best of the Parks! 53:53
Jun 17, 2026
Jun 17, 2026
20 min
We're officially kicking off the countdown to Episode 400!
Over the next few weeks, we'll be celebrating with some incredible guests and special episodes, but first, we're launching something even more important—our fundraiser for Give Kids The World Village.
Give Kids The World is an amazing nonprofit that provides cost-free vacations to children with critical illnesses and their families, creating memories that last a lifetime.
Our goal is to raise $4,000 over the next month, and we would love your help.
In this episode, we cover:
- Why we chose Give Kids The World Village
- How the charity helps families in need
- Details on our Episode 400 fundraiser
- Ways you can support the cause
- Information about our charity auction and special events
No amount is too small, and every donation helps spread a little more magic.
For complete details, visit: enchantedears.com/400
Thank you for being part of this journey with us.
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Timestamps
Where Did the Past 400 Episodes Go? 00:00
Give Kids The World Fundraiser 01:25
What’s is Give Kids The World? 03:05
Help Us Raise $4,000! 08:53
Pick a Topic for a Future Show 10:40
Charity Auction Starts Next Week 12:22
A Chance for YOU to Win! 14:20
Subscribe So You Don't Miss Some Incredible Interviews 15:04
Jun 8, 2026
Jun 8, 2026
32 min
There's something about the dolls that's kind of creepy."
Believe it or not, that's a real review of It's a Small World.
This week, Joe challenges Angela to a game where she has to identify Disney World attractions based solely on real guest reviews—and many of them aren't exactly glowing.
From classic attractions to modern favorites, some of these reviews make the answers obvious... while others are hilariously misleading.
In this episode, we cover:
- Real Disney World attraction reviews ⭐
- Mostly 1-star reviews from actual guests
- Angela's attempts to guess the attraction
- Some of the funniest complaints Disney fans have ever left
- How many attractions YOU can identify before we reveal the answer
Play along and see if you can beat Angela's score!
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Timestamps
Welcome 00:00
Ride One 01:27
Ride Two 05:19
Ride Three 08:18
Ride Four 11:20
Ride Five 13:29
Ride Six 17:18
Ride Seven 18:34
Ride Eight 23:17
Jun 1, 2026
Jun 1, 2026
42 min
If you could only keep one Disney character, who would it be?
Mickey. Minnie. Donald. Goofy.
Four Disney icons that have entertained generations of fans. But today, we're forcing ourselves to make some impossible choices.
In this episode, we're playing You Can Only Keep One, pitting beloved Disney characters, attractions, movies, snacks, and more against each other to determine what stays—and what has to go forever.
In this episode, we cover:
- Mickey vs. Minnie vs. Donald vs. Goofy
- Fan-favorite movies and characters
- The toughest Disney choices we've ever had to make
- Our most controversial Disney opinions yet 👀
Play along and let us know who survives on your list!
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Timestamps
Welcome 00:00
Which Disney Movie Gets to Stay? 01:24
The Best Disney Characters 15:34
What Are the Best Songs Ever? 24:11
Is K-Pop Demon Hunters Better than Every Disney Musical? 27:34
Would You Keep the Monorail or Skyliner? 34:08
The Best Nighttime Show 37:12
May 18, 2026
May 18, 2026
39 min
Disney has made some massive acquisitions over the years. Pixar. Marvel. Lucasfilm. 20th Century Fox. Each one reshaped the future of the company—and pop culture itself.
But now that Josh D’Amaro is stepping into the CEO role, the question becomes… what should Disney buy next?
In this episode, we play armchair executives and pitch our picks for the best acquisition targets for Disney’s future.
In this episode, we cover:
- What Disney currently lacks in its portfolio
- The companies and brands we think Disney could target next
- Which acquisitions would help the parks, movies, streaming, and gaming divisions most
- A few wild-card ideas that could completely reshape the company
Whether you love Disney business strategy, theme parks, movies, or pure speculation, this episode is a fun look at where Disney could go next.
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Timestamps
Welcome 00:00
Countdown to Episode 400 01:09
Should Disney Buy Hasbro? 01:59
A Disney Renaissance Fair? 07:37
If Disney Made a Transformers Attraction 10:23
LOTR x Disney??? 12:31
Our Pitch for a Wreck It Ralph Land 16:28
Could Bridgerton Fit in a Theme Park? 19:20
A Legofied Disney World 20:54
YA 23:01
Are People Over KPop Demonn Hunters? 29:22
Who Do You Think Disney Should Buy? 32:24
The End of Superhero Fatigue 32:39