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WDW Opinion helps you plan for and daydream about your next perfect Walt Disney World vacation. A former Walt Disney World Cast Member and his equally obsessed Disney friend share their opinions, tips, tricks and stories that will help you have a great Walt Disney World vacation. Listen in and subscribe to our show if you like Disney news, Disney history, vacation planning discussions and power rankings of the very best that Walt Disney World has to offer! Visit our website for more informat ...
Highlighting Points, Parks, Perks and all things Disney Vacation Club. We cover Walt Disney World, Disneyland and more and will help you get the most out of your Membership. Hosted by Terry Weaver (of WDW Today) and Joel Reynolds. Top of the World is a production of Laugh-O-Gram Studios.
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Cast Member Pantry Charity Live Stream with Piano Rob
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Join us this week for a very special l charity event! We will be joined by special guest, Piano Rob from Jellyrolls. He'll be taking your music requests from 8:15-9:15 and all donations given in that hour will go straight to the Cast Member Pantry. So mark your calendars and join us in supporting the efforts of the pantry in providing for the needs…
The guys gather at their little corner booth at the Top of the World Lounge to talk about Dave's adventures at the House of Mouse last week. They then answer the listener question on the Top of The World Question Line (615-422-5501)!
Join us this week as we discuss our favorite Disney duos! Friends, villains, and even sisters make our list of iconic pairs in Disney film and television. Listen to find out if your favorites made our list!By Matt Appleby and Susie Bryan
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Staying at the Caribbean Beach Resort - Overview and Trip Report - WDW Opinion Ep. 102
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In this episode our friend Kyle Loomis recently stayed at the Caribbean Beach Resort during a Walt Disney World vacation. He shares what it is like to stay at this Moderate Resort and we give an overview of all the amenities the resort has to offer. Plus, he also talks about his day in Hollywood Studios and his experience on Rise of the Resistance.…
It was a difficult week for many who work for the Walt Disney Company. From coast to coast, 28,000 Cast Members ranging from Imagineers to front-line employees were laid off. This week, we discuss what immediate impact this will have on the guest experience.By Matt Appleby and Susie Bryan
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Episode 34: Top of The World Takesover WDW Today
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It's that time again as Dave and Terry takeover the WDW Today feed! This week we do have a sad bit of news to cover but there is some good late breaking news for DVC Resale owners that the guys cover as well!
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Three Top Tier Attractions in Less Than Two Hours - A Walk Around The Animal Kingdom - WDW Opinion Ep. 101
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In this episode I take you for a walk around the Animal Kingdom. I’ll take you on some attractions, share some of my favorite details in the park and I will discuss how my love of this park has evolved over the years. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here.
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Episode 33: Terry Does The Unthinkable
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When Terry starts the preshow meeting off with "Dave, just follow me, I've got a great idea for a show topic" you know it's going to be a good show! What's the "unthinkable" act that Terry has done? That, and your listener questions will be answered all in this one episode!
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Our 5 Favorite Things About Walt Disney World & Opinioneer Voice Messages - WDW Opinion Ep. 100
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We did it! We have arrived at episode 100 and we’ve put together a special show to celebrate it. Co-host Hank and I share our five favorite things about Walt Disney World and then we hear some voice messages left by some awesome Opinioneers. All that and more on episode 100! Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here.…
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September 2020 Trip Report Day 6 Recap - Homecomin Brunch Winter Garden and Dinner at Epcot
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All this week we are sharing daily updates from our September 2020 trip to Walt Disney World! On this episode we recap the final day of our trip. Homecomin’ at Disney Springs is one of our favorite restaurants in Walt Disney World. But we have never been there for brunch before! We talk about the food there including some insane doughnuts. Then we …
Disney+ is a treasure trove of Disney classics. All of your favorite Disney animation, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars films are now at your fingertips on this incredible platform. This week, we discuss another category of content that you can find on the streaming service. If you are a Disney fan, you are not going to want to miss our list of must-wa…
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September Trip Report Day 5 Recap - Animal Kingdom and Dinner at Our New Favorite Disney World Restaurant
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All this week we are sharing daily updates from our September 2020 trip to Walt Disney World! On this episode we recap day 5 of our trip. This day was complete with a trip to the Animal Kingdom, rides on Kilimanjaro Safaris, food at Nomad Lounge and an exceptional dinner at Il Mulino in the Walt Disney World Swan hotel.…
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September 2020 Trip Report Day 4 Recap - Rise of the Resistance Redemption At Hollywood Studios
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All this week we are sharing daily updates from our September 2020 trip to Walt Disney World! On this episode we recap day 4 of our trip. We headed back to Hollywood Studios to try to get a Boarding Group for Rise of the Resistance one more time. And we were successful! Plus, we went on Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, watched the new Disney So…
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September 2020 Trip Report Day 3 Recap - A Blunder At Hollywood Studios
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All this week we are sharing daily updates from our September 2020 trip to Walt Disney World! On this episode we recap day 3 of our trip. Our goal for day 3 was to head to Hollywood Studios in the morning and acquire a Boarding Pass for Rise of the Resistance. Well, we failed miserably at accomplishing that goal! But we still had a good day riding …
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September 2020 Trip Report Days 1 and 2 Recap - Epcot and Magic Kingdom
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All this week we are sharing daily updates from our September 2020 trip to Walt Disney World! On this episode we recap days 1 and 2 of our trip. During these days we visited Epcot, ate breakfast at Chef Mickey’s, rode 7 classic Magic Kingdom attractions in 2 and ½ hours and ate dinner at Raglan Road in Disney Springs. Plus, much more!…
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Episode 32: Disney World at Christmas: The Good; The Bad; And The Bah Humbug
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Disney has done a data dump since Terry and Dave was last in their little corner booth at the Top of The World Lounge! Mainly, they talk about Christmas time in the parks and what it will be like in 2020. They then look into answering your listener questions!
Join us this week as we take a look at Disney's latest film release, Mulan. We'll discuss the movie and give our opinions on where it stacks in the recent trend of live-action adaptations of their animated features.By Matt Appleby and Susie Bryan
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Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Review with Lou Mongello of WDW Radio - WDW Opinion Ep. 99
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On this episode my friend, Lou Mongello, and I take you on a walk around and share our Taste of Epcot International Food and Wine Festival review. This year there might be fewer offerings than in year’s past but, we realize that it really is a best of the best when it comes to dining options. We will give our reviews of our favorite dishes and let …
Join us this week as we celebrate the legacy of Chadwick Boseman and discuss his impact on and off-screen.By Matt Appleby and Susie Bryan
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TOTW: Episode 31 Where's The Beef
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You want beef? Well we've got the beef this week! Both Terry and Dave take their turns airing some grievances that they have had with the Disney company this week. It involves DVC, The Disney Company over all, and even Josh D'Amaro isn't safe this time! As always, the guys finish strong and answer a bunch of your listener questions this week!…
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Live From Hollywood Studios! A Walk Around My Favorite Disney Theme Park- WDW Opinion Ep. 98
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On this episode I take you into my favorite theme park, Hollywood Studios. You’re going to get all the background sounds and ambient noises as we walk around the park and as I share my thoughts on the current state of Hollywood Studios. Plus, I'll give you my tips for securing a Rise of the Resistance Boarding Group, what I thought of that attracti…
Join us this week as we play Would You Rather and follow along as we choose between some of our favorite and least favorite Disney scenarios.By Matt Appleby and Susie Bryan
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Wilderness Lodge Trip Report - What It’s Like In the Reopened Disney Resort Hotel - WDW Opinion Ep. 97
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For me there are two main things I look forward to on a Walt Disney World vacation. The first is of course being back in the theme parks. The second is getting to stay at a Disney resort. As I get older the latter of the two is something I look forward to more and more. In many aspects the Disney resort might be my favorite part favorite part of th…
In the summer of 1976, Disney World opened its very first water park, River Country. This Huckleberry Finn themed park served guests for 25 years before shutting its gates in 2001 and never reopening again. Some of its most interesting history though happened in the 17 years following its closure. Join us this week as we look back at one of the mos…
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Episode 30 - Dave's Trip Report
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This week the guys go over Dave's recent quick trip at Disney and his first as a DVC member. How did it go? What were his thoughts about the safety of the parks and what exactly did his family think (it wasn't all rainbows and sunshine!).
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What An Orlando Native Thinks About The Reopened Disney Parks - Magic Kingdom Trip Report - WDW Opinion Ep. 96
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In this episode we have a guest who has a very unique perspective. Austin is a great friend of the show and he’s also an Orlando local. Not a transplant. He was born, raised and has spent his entire life living in the City Beautiful. He’s been on the show several times before and in this episode he and I took a trip to the Magic Kingdom. He shares …
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...." 43 years ago, those words would forever change cinema and usher in a new wave of fandom that continues to this day. Join us this week as we rank all of the Star Wars films and countdown to our all-time favorite film in the series.By Matt Appleby and Susie Bryan
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Episode 29: Planning A Trip Home
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This week Terry has Dave talk about planning his quick 3 day trip to Walt Disney World, then the guys answer a really neat listener question about adding a character meal at every DVC resort. We sure hope Disney is listening, because there's some gold in these suggestions!
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Why You Should Use a Disney Travel Agent For Your Next Walt Disney World Vacation - WDW Opinion Ep. 95
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Cost savings, doing the boring stuff, waiting on hold, having someone in your corner to help you, staying up to date with the latest promotions. These are just some of the benefits a Travel Agent can give you when you are planning your next Walt Disney World vacation. I talk about the importance of using a Travel Agent and my conversation features …
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Why Disney Springs Needs to Be a Part of Your Disney World Trip
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Disney World is the world's most popular vacation destination. The parks are probably the first thing that comes to mind when they think of the Most Magical Place on Earth, but there is another place that is quickly becoming a destination that should be included in every trip. Join us this week as we discuss Disney Springs and the reasons why it is…
This week Terry and Dave talk about DVC resorts that ended up on the Disney cutting room floor and then they each build and place their own DVC resort on Disney World property. They end the show with your listener questions that they got from their Top Of The World Listener Lounge on Facebook. If you want to be part of the lounge, request to join i…
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Live From The Magic Kingdom! Join Me In The Reopened Theme Park - WDW Opinion Ep. 94
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I’m finally back at Walt Disney World and I just had to bring my fellow Opinioneers along for the ride. Join me as I journey into the Magic Kingdom. I share my thoughts and opinions on the new safety procedures, the atmosphere of the park and what type of guest should visit right now. Plus, you get to hear it with all the background music and noise…
Disney Imagineering has developed some of the most technically advanced attractions and shows over the decades. In some cases, the most impressive parts of these experiences come in the form of animatronics. Join us this week as we rank some of the most iconic animatronics to ever exist in the Disney parks.…
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Five Walt Disney World Experts Share Their Top Vacation Planning Tips - WDW Opinion Ep. 93
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I reached out to five Walt Disney World experts and asked them to answer one simple question. That question was, “what is the number one tip you always share with someone when they are planning a Walt Disney World vacation”. A simple enough question but the answers I got are all very different but each one is oh so very useful. In this episode you …
The longest Disney drought is now over! Dave and Terry can now join you from their little corner of the Top of The World Lounge and talk about all things Disney. Today they talk about how the parks are doing at current capacity, their thoughts on when Hawaii will allow Aulani to reopen, and of course answer some of your listener questions. Be sure …
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Celebrating Ruthie Tompson and the Women of Disney Ink and Paint
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Join us this week for a very special episode as we celebrate Ruthie Tompson and the women of Disney Ink and Paint. In honor of Ruthie's 110th birthday this week, we take a look back at her career with Disney and the contributions she has made along with all of the women who worked behind the scenes in Disney animation projects.…
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Interview With Dan Cockerell - Former Magic Kingdom Vice President - WDW Opinion Ep. 92
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Dan Cockerell, knows a thing or two about the culture of Walt Disney World. He worked for the company for over 25 years and he was even the Vice President of Epcot, Hollywood Studios and the Magic Kingdom. He’s sharing some incredible stories today on the show. Learn More About This Episode And Get All The Links to Dan’s Podcast, Book and More On t…
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A Travel Agent's Guide to the Reopening of Disney World
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After months of being closed, Walt Disney World reopened its doors to the public this past weekend. Join us this week as we discuss the reopening procedures and the measures that are in place to ensure the safest possible visit on your next trip to Disney World.By Matt Appleby and Susie Bryan
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Reopened Magic Kingdom - Brendan & Katherine From Detour to Neverland Share Their Experience in the Park - WDW Opinion Ep. 91
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We’ve been speculating on how the reopening was going to look for a while now. And this week I was lucky enough to be joined by Brendan and Katherine of the Detour to Neverland podcast, to discuss their experiences inside the newly reopened theme parks. They got to attend the Passholder preview day at the Magic Kingdom and we’ve had a really fun co…
Join us this week as we rank every Pixar movie! We go from worst to first and break down where each film lands on our list and why. Where does your favorite sit on our lists? Listen and find out on this week's episode of the ImagineEars Disney Podcast!By Matt Appleby and Susie Bryan
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Power Rankings: The Best Attractions With No Height Requirements at Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 90
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When Walt Disney had the idea to create Disneyland the main premise was to create a place where the whole family could have fun. Not a place filled with just attractions for kids. Or a place filled with crazy rides that the young ones couldn’t participate in. But a place that every member of the family could go on and enjoy. Over the years, yes the…
