WDW Beyond The Gates Podcast

WDW Beyond the Gates Episode #291 - Five Worst Dining Values at Disney World

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike & Gary discuss their five worst dining values at Walt Disney World.

There is some pre-gentlemen trip talk peppered in as well as a vicious take down of Disney World pizza.

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast Episode #290 - Breakfast Battle Volume 1

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike & Gary discuss a couple of breakfast battles at Wald Disney World. 

The guys get deep into the game film and break down menus, prices and what locations would work best for you.

Kona versus Grand Floridian Cafe and The Wave versus Ale and Compass are featured on the show.

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Episode #289 - Gentlemen's Trip Preview

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike and Gary are joined by Mike from Michigan for a Gentlemen's Trip preview!

They discuss the golf plans, restaurant reservations and even some theme park talk!

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Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast Episode #288 - Holiday Inn Orange Lake

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike & Gary talk about the roach infested hotel they are staying at during the 2019 Gentlemen's trip.

They also discuss menu's and amenities at the Orange Lake Resort and read some positive and negative reviews!

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Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Episode #287 - EPCOT D23 News & Eat to the Beat

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike & Gary talk about the news coming out of the D23 Expo in Anaheim concerning the future of EPCOT.

They also dig into the lackluster 2019 Eat to the Beat concert series line-up.

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

Beyond the Gates Episode #286 - Top Five Dining Values at Walt Disney World

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike & Gary discuss their top 5 dining values at Walt Disney World.

The choices aren't necessarily the cheapest options, but the ones where you can get the most bang for your buck.

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast Episode #285 - NBA Experience

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike & Gary talk about the brand new NBA Experience now open at Disney Springs.

The guys discuss why they are not terribly excited by this new attractions and what you get for your money.

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Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Episode #284 - Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine 2019

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike & Gary discuss the Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine festival taking place November 8th and 9th. 

The guys look at menus and hotel packages and talk about the advantages of this type of festival.

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Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast Episode #283 - 2019 Food and Wine Menus

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast Mike & Gary discuss the menus for the 2019 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival.

They also discuss Mike's recent trip back to Rhode Island, and the guys dive deep into the history of Twin Oaks, Hot Wieners and Westerly Packing.

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Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Episode #282 - Florida Resident Deals

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast with Mike & Gary, the guys discuss the extension of the Florida Resident Discount on hotels through the end of August. Mike is strongly considering another weekend getaway and the guys try and decide which deal is best for the upcoming stay.

Also, we get an ever elusive "what's in the bag" from the fellas outlining which clubs they are gaming on the golf course this year.

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Episode #281 - Free Dining, Skyliner and Walking Path News

In this week's episode of the Beyond the Gates Podcast with Mike & Gary, the guys discuss a few recent news items at Walt Disney World.

There are some deep and surprising discounts being offered in the fall this year. The Skyliner has and opening date and a new walking path from Magic Kingdom to the Grand Floridian is announced.

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Episode #280 - Yacht Club Trip Review

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike & Gary are once again joined by Mike's better half, Sweet Suzie! They discuss their recent stay at the Yacht Club, dinner at Yachtsman Steakhouse and their time at Storm-along Bay.

The guy's also get in their 2019 British Open picks and discuss first tee announcing.

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Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Episode #279 - Yacht Club Presidential Suite

In this week's episode of the Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike & Gary are joined by Sweet Suzie as they discuss Mike & Suzie's annual anniversary trip.

Mike and Kristen are surprised with a HUGE upgrade to the Presidential Suite at the Yacht Club. Tune in and hear all about it!

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Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast Episode #278 - Anniversary Trip Preview

In this week's episode of the Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike & Gary discuss Mike's upcoming anniversary trip with his better half, Sweet Suzie!

They have booked a room at the Yacht Club and some sweet dining reservations to go along with it!

Come along and find out what his plans are.

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Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Episode #277 - Walt Disney World Price Increases

In this week's episode of the Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike & Gary discuss price increases that have been announced at Walt Disney World.

The cost of parking, annual passes and the dining plan all increased. Listen in to find out their reactions

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Episode #276 - Is Mike Smarter Than a Four-Year-Old?

In this week's episode of the Beyond the Gates podcast, Gary puts Mike through the ringer of Disney movie trivia. He asks questions to Mike, and then to his four-year-old daughter. Who will prevail victorious in this battle of wits?

Stay tuned!

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Episode #275 -Epcot News and Rumors

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast Mike & Gary discuss some upcoming changes to EPCOT Center and some rumors that have been swirling about the internet for a while.

There is a new restaurant opening, Illuminations going away and a denied rumor or two pavilions closing.

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Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast Episode #274 - We Hate Galaxy's Edge

In this week's episode of the Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike & Gary discuss the opening of Star Wars land in Disneyland and the impending ruin of their favorite place.

They also continue the DirecTV saga from last week.

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Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Episode #273 - Beef Candle

In this week's episode of the Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss the new restaurants announced to open at Walt Disney World in 2019. They also focus their attention on the menu from yet to be opened Toledo at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort.

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Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Episode #272 - One Day Ticket to EPCOT Center

In this week's episode of the Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss buying a one day ticket and if there is value in that purchase. At $109 for a single day, is it worth the expense? 

The guys also discuss Richard Marx and if it's appropriate to put cheese on seafood.

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Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Episode #271 - YouTube

In this week's epsidoe of Beyond the Gates Mike & Gary discuss the new focus on their YouTube page. They discuss different features and types of videos they hope to upload in the future. Make sure to subscribe to WDW Beyond the Gates on YouTube!

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Mike & Gary

WDW Beyond the Gates Episode #270 - Lion King Menu at Jiko and Other News

In this week's episode of the Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike & Gary discuss some news from Walt Disney World. There is a new projection show at Hollywood Studios, a new "experience" at Cinderella's Royal Table and a Lion King themed menu at Jiko. Plus, they discuss using a George Foreman grill in a communal bathroom.

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Mike & Gary

Episode #269 - East at Disney World

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike and Gary talk about Mike's trip to Disney World for Easter brunch! Find out where he and Suzie ate (you won't be disappointed). 

The guy's also discuss the sickness spreading around Gary's house and some bizarre golf names.

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Mike & Gary

Episode #268 - Grand Floridian News

In this week's episode of WDW Beyond the Gates Mike & Gary discuss some recent news that has been announced that will bring changes to the Grand Floridian. The guys also bash Bob Iger and discuss which places at Disney would be best for an Easter brunch.

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Mike & Gary

Episode #267 - Bizarre Disney Questions

In this week's episode of the Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike and Gary discuss some bizarre Disney questions. They also talk about last week's Christopher Cross concert and the Masters tournament.

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Mike & Gary

Episode #266 - New Era

This is the first ever episode of the Beyond the Gates Podcast after five glorious years of podcasting under the Por Favor banner.

Join Mike and Gary as they discuss reasons behind the change and what to expect going forward.

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Mike & Gary

In this week's episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary are joined by Suzie once again in studio.  This week is Part 2 of the Garden Rocks Concert Series at EPCOT's International Flower and Garden Festival.  This week we begin with Sister Hazel on April 17th and end with Eddie Palmieri on June 3rd.

What acts are you looking forward to seeing?

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Mike & Gary

In this week's episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary are joined by Suzie in studio.  We jump right in to the Garden Rocks Series.  We do the first half this week beginning with Steve Augeri (former lead vocalist of Journey) on March 6th and finish with Night Ranger on April 16th.  Lot's of bands are moving over from the Eat to Beat Series to Garden Rocks Series.  We (I) sing all night.

What acts are you looking forward to seeing?

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

In this week's episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary talk about the food offerings at EPCOT's International Flower and Garden Festival.  In years past, we would break down ALL of the offerings.  This year, we gave our Top 10.

We touch briefly on the new ticket price hikes and the college admissions scandal.  

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

In this week's episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary expand on a listener question and discuss our Bottom 3 Table Service Restaurants at EPCOT.  This list was tough to come up with, because there are so many fine dining establishments at EPCOT.

In the first part of the episode, Mike and Gary talk about the latest news......Opening dates for Stars Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disney's Hollywood Studios.  Mike pretty much turned his microphone off and let Gary rant for a while.

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary