The Theme Park Trader Podcast
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Join your hosts Ryan and Dan as we discuss news and events from theme parks from all around the world!
Episodes
- Inside the World of Frozen: Carly’s Disney Adventure World Trip Report
Join us for episode 488 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Grab your winter coats and your park bags! This week on Theme Park Trader, we are joined by our fantastic friend Carly, who just stepped straight into Arendelle. Carly gives us the…
- Is MNSSHP a Trap? Fixing Disney World’s Most Predictable Event
Is Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party still worth the $119-$229 price tag? Or has Disney’s premier spooky event become a "copy-paste" experience that’s coasting on nostalgia? In this episode of Theme Park Trader , we’re getting brutally…
- Main Character Syndrome: Is Vlogging Ruining the Magic?
Join us for episode 486 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Disney World is a playground, not your private film set. Today we’re tackling the "Main Character Syndrome" currently infecting our favorite theme parks. We’ve all been there: You’v…
- Kilimanjaro Safaris: A Deep Dive into Disney’s "Impossible" Attraction
Join us for episode 485 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! "Jambo, everyone! Today on Theme Park Trader, we are going off-road into the 110-acre savanna of Disney’s Animal Kingdom to uncover the secrets of Kilimanjaro Safaris. Most guests s…
- Is Hollywood Studios DYING? Keep It or Kill It!
Join us for episode 484 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Disney’s Hollywood Studios is having a massive identity crisis. Is it a tribute to the Golden Age of Cinema, or just a parking lot for Star Wars and Toy Story? Disney’s Hollywood St…
- Is Disney’s 2027 FREE Dining Deal Actually Worth It?
Join us for episode 483 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Is Disney’s 2027 Free Dining offer really as good as it sounds… or is it just clever marketing? In this episode of the Theme Park Trader Podcast, we break down everything you need t…
- The Magic Kingdom Snack Games
Join us for episode 482 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Are you even doing Magic Kingdom right… or are you just eating overpriced rubbish? In this episode of Theme Park Trader, we’re putting Walt Disney World’s most iconic park snacks to…
- Welcome Disney Adventure World!
Join us for episode 481 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week, we're welcoming Disney's newest theme park, Disney Adventure World! We chat through the opening, what's next, and read out some of the worst reviews for Walt Disney Studi…
- Keep It or Kill It: Epcot Takedown with Ryan & Donna
Join us for episode 480 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! On this episode of the Theme Park Trailer Podcast, hosts Ryan and Donna debut a new segment, "Keep It or Kill It," putting Epcot under the microscope. They spar over which attractio…
- The Worst Attraction at Magic Kingdom in 2026
Join us for episode 479 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Join us for a brand new episode of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week, we’re diving into a controversial topic: what is the worst attraction currently operating at Magic Kingd…
- Poor Reviews of Peter Pan's Flight at the Magic Kingdom
Join us for episode 478 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we are reading out poor reviews of Peter Pan's Flight and discussing the new Disney Cruise Line Ship, The Adventure! A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us…
- Cake Bake Shop in Trouble & A Game of This or That
Join us for episode 477 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! We chat all things Cake Bake Shop at Disney's Boardwalk Resort before getting into a game/argument of This or That! A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message o…
- Guess the Walt Disney World Restaurant from the One-Star Review
Join us for episode 476 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! On this week's show, we go through The Magic of Disney Animation coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios in detail before playing a game of can you guess the restaurant from the one-st…
- Cold Hands, Hot Takes: Our January 2026 Disneyland Paris Trip Report
Join us for episode 475 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! On this episode of Theme Park Trader, we’re diving into our full January 2026 trip report from Disneyland Paris — and yes, it was cold… but was it worth it? We break down crowd leve…
- Saying Goodbye to Dinoland U.S.A
Join us for episode 474 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Whilst we promise to share our trip report from DLP with you soon, we couldn't record on the day that Dinoland U.S.A was closing forever at Disney's Animal Kingdom and not dedicate…
- Unpopular Walt Disney World Opinions
Join us for episode 473 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we're running through a few unpopular Walt Disney World opinions while also answering a detailed question about the Disney Dining Plan. A reminder, if you have any questio…
- Disney Dining Plan 2026: Strengths, Weaknesses & Who It’s Actually For
Join us for episode 472 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! On this week's show, we discuss all things Disney Dining Plan at Walt Disney World and also how airlines seem to be going full-rip-off mode this Summer. A reminder, if you have any…
- Disneyland Paris Here We Come: Our Top Picks for This Month’s Adventure
Join us for episode 471 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Join us as we count down the rides, snacks, shows and little Disney moments we can’t wait to experience on our upcoming Disneyland Paris adventure. A reminder, if you have any quest…
- Poor Reviews of Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
Join us for episode 470 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! We're feeling all festive this week as we share our experience of attending Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and read out some poor reviews! A reminder, if you have any questions…
- Universal UK Gets Approved & We Chat Our Favourite Lands in Universal Orlando
Join us for episode 469 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we begin by talking about Universal getting the green light to begin work on the UK park before getting into the Christmas event we were invited to last week (where we met…
- The Best Lands at Walt Disney World
Join us for episode 468 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week Donna and Ryan each run through their favourite lands across all four Walt Disney World parks—sharing the spots they love most, the ones they could happily spend all day i…
- Guess the Attraction from the One-Star Review
Join us for episode 467 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! A new twist on a classic this week as we play a new game. Can you guess the attraction by the one-star review that we read out? A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us…
- Just a Little Hello
Very short episode this week as we deal with a very busy weekend and illness in the house!
- A Milestone of Magic: Darren’s Birthday Park-Hopping Adventure
Join us for episode 466 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we’re joined by long-time listener and first-time guest, Darren, who’s had a truly unforgettable year celebrating his 50th birthday in style. From Disneyland Paris to Disn…
- Wandering Through Walt Disney World with Arron & Sarah
Join us for episode 465 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week, we’re joined by Arron and Sarah from Our Wandering Story as they unpack their latest Walt Disney World adventure. Go and check them out on TikTok and YouTube !
- Zootopia: The Meltdown Episode
Join us for episode 464 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This was supposed to be a fun episode where we announced a DLP trip but it ended up with Ryan just shouting about Zootopia: Better Zoogether for 30 minutes. A reminder, if you have…
- Fast & the Facetiously Furious: Reading Glowing Reviews
Join us for episode 463 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week on Theme Park Trader , we’re doing something a little different — and possibly insane. We kick things off with not one, but two games: first, we try to guess the top five…
- The Fall of Disney Dining: Table Service Restaurants That Aren’t What They Used to Be
Join us for episode 462 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week, Ryan and Donna dig into the once-great Walt Disney World table service restaurants that just don’t hit the same anymore. From the underwhelming ‘Ohana breakfast to the fa…
- Two Disney Trips and a Podcast Comeback
Join us for episode 461 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Grace is back on the podcast and she’s brought not one but two Disney trip reports with her! This week, she joins us to share all the magical highs from her adventures at both Disne…
- Ranking Every House at Halloween Horror Nights 2025
Join us for episode 460 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! We’re diving deep into Halloween Horror Nights 2025 — ranking every house from worst to best and breaking down what made each one terrifying, spectacular, or a little underwhelming.…
- EPIC Universe Reviewed: Magic, Thrills & Misses
Join us for episode 459 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! We finally stepped foot inside Universal’s brand-new EPIC Universe, and we’re giving you the full review! From the jaw-dropping Celestial Park to the spooky thrills of Dark Universe…
- Poor Reviews of Disney's Hollywod Studios in 2025
Join us for episode 458 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week, we're reading out poor reviews of one of Disney's messiest (in terms of theming) theme parks, Disney's Hollywood Studios. A reminder, if you have any questions for us, se…
- Blackgang Chine: Exploring the UK’s Oldest Theme Park
Join us for episode 457 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week on Theme Park Trader , we’re stepping back in time to explore the UK’s oldest theme park — Blackgang Chine on the Isle of Wight. Opened all the way back in 1843, it’s a pa…
- Behind the Magic: Grace’s Summer on the Disney Cultural Exchange
Join us for episode 456 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! In this episode of Theme Park Trader, we’re joined by Grace to chat all about her experience on Disney’s Cultural Exchange Program — from living and working in Orlando to discoverin…
- Old Key West at Walt Disney World: History, Insider Tips, and How It Compares
Join us for episode 455 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Step into pastel paradise! We’re diving into the full story of Disney’s Old Key West Resort — from its debut in 1991 as the very first Disney Vacation Club property to the laid-back…
- Epic Changes Ahead: The Future of Universal Orlando + Trip Announcement!
This week, we’re diving into some of the latest rumours surrounding the future of Universal Orlando Resort — from potential park changes to upcoming experiences. Ryan also shares details of an absolutely wild trip he has coming up in just…
- Port Orleans Riverside Deep Dive: History, Highlights & Hidden Details
Join us for episode 453 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Step into the charm of the Deep South as we take a deep dive into Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside. In this episode, we explore the resort’s rich backstory, unique theming, and hidde…
- Behind the Screams: Exclusive Universal Interview on Halloween Horror Nights 34
Join us for episode 452 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Join us for an exclusive chat with Universal Orlando as we dive into the secrets, scares, and surprises of Halloween Horror Nights 34. A reminder, if you have any questions for us,…
- Disney World with Young Kids: Insights from Mercedes at chatDisney
Join us for episode 451 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week, we're thrilled to have Mercedes from chatDisney back on the show talking about her recent trip to Walt Disney World with her husband and young son. We go off on multiple…
- Keep, Update, Remove at Walt Disney World
Join us for episode 450 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week, we're playing a game of Keep, Update, and Remove at Walt Disney World. Both of us have to choose one attraction for each of the criteria for Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney'…
- Poor Reviews of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit
Join us for episode 449 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we're looking to Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit for poor reviews as it's closing soon and we wanted to see what people thought of the attraction. Also we spend way too much tim…
- MuppetVision Fallout
Join us for episode 448 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we're chatting through a few news related bits including: HHN Announcements Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit closing Disneyland Expansion MuppetVision, Tom Sawyer Island & Libert…
- We Answer Your Questions on Taking Kids to Walt Disney World
Join us for episode 447 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we're taking a little pause on our trip reporting from Walt Disney World to answer your questions that you've sent to us on taking kids to Walt Disney World. A reminder if…
- Walt Disney World 2025: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly (Part 3) + EPIC Universe Opens
Join us for episode 446 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! We're on the final part of our good, the bad, and the ugly from our trip to the Walt Disney World Resort in April/May 2025! We also talk through the opening of EPIC Universe and wha…
- The Good, The Bad and the Ugly - Walt Disney World in 2025 (Part 2)
Join us for episode 445 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! We're continuing our good, the bad, and the ugly from our trip to the Walt Disney World Resort in April/May 2025!
- The Good, The Bad and the Ugly - Walt Disney World in 2025
Join us for episode 444 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we're back from our Orlando trip and we've got plenty to say as we get into the good, the bad, and the ugly from our trip to the Walt Disney World Resort in April/May 2025!
- Final WDW Countdown 2025 & Poor Reviews of the PeopleMover!
Join us for episode 443 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we're sharing a few final changes to our plan as we head back to Walt Disney World later this week. We also read out some bonkers poor reviews that guests have left for th…
- Universal UK & Poor Reviews of Tiana's Bayou Adventure!
Join us for episode 442 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Before getting into the main topic of the episode this week (where we read out the worst reviews people have left for Tiana's Bayou Adventure) we chat about what our dream lands wou…
- UK Universal Theme Park Officially Announced!
A very short special edition of the podcast as we finally get confirmation from Universal and the Prime Minister that the Universal theme park in the UK is moving forwards!
- A Tour of EPCOT Part 3 – Japan to Canada
Join us for episode 441 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we're back in EPCOT for our final part of our grand tour. To end the tour we cover: Japan Morocco France International Gateway UK Canada Be sure to check us out over on ww…