WDW Beyond The Gates Podcast

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A Walt Disney World podcast focused on food, resorts and general nonsense!

Episodes

Saturday Sep 13, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #028 - Mike's Business Trip and Mousekeeping

Saturday Sep 13, 2014

Episode #028 - Mike's Business Trip and Mousekeeping

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, join Mike and his lovely bride, Kristen, as they walk from the Grand Floridian to the Polynesian and talk about their lunch at the Grand Floridian Cafe and thoughts on the Poly construction.

Then in the second half of the episode, Gary and Mike join forces to perform Mousekeeping on the last several episodes.

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

Saturday Sep 06, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #027 - Villains Unleashed Trip Review with Tim Brooks

Saturday Sep 06, 2014

Episode #027 - Villains Unleashed Trip Review with Tim Brooks

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Gary and Mike welcome Dad for Disney (aka Tim Brooks) into the D. Fauntleroy Studios for a guest trip review.

Hear all about Tim's child free long weekend trip down to Walt Disney World to take part in the Villains Unleashed party, among other things.

Thanks for listening,

Mike and Gary

Saturday Aug 30, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #026 - BIG NEWS and Narcoossee Review

Saturday Aug 30, 2014

Episode #026 - BIG NEWS and Narcoossee Review

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Gary and Mike are joined by Mike's lovely (and patient) wife Kristen as they have some big news to announce!

The two of them also discuss and review their recent dinner experience at Narcoossee in the Grand Floridian.

Pack your bags and save your appetite, this is going to be a fun episode!

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

Saturday Aug 23, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #025 - Disney California Adventure Must Dos

Saturday Aug 23, 2014

Episode #025 - Disney California Adventure Must Dos

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary stay out West as they talk about Disneyland Resort's second gate, DCA! Hear all about the park, and find out what the Must Dos are for a first time visitor.

Thanks for listening,

Gary & Mike

Saturday Aug 16, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #024 - Disneyland Park Must Dos

Saturday Aug 16, 2014

Episode #024 - Disneyland Park Must Dos

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary head west and discuss the place that started it all; Disneyland Park!

Listen in as we discuss what is essential for a first timers trip to Disneyland. Take it from us, we each only been once!

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

Saturday Aug 09, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #023 - Haunted Mansion 45th Anniversary

Saturday Aug 09, 2014

Episode #023 - Haunted Mansion 45th Anniversary

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary dive into the realm of the dead and talk about one of the greatest attractions ever created, the Haunted Mansion.

So, hop aboard your Doom Buggy and strap in. There is always room for one more!

Thanks,

Gary & Mike

Saturday Aug 02, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #022 - Be Our Guest Restaurant Review

Saturday Aug 02, 2014

Episode #022 - Be Our Guest Restaurant Review

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary talk about their thoughts on the Be Our Guest Restaurant.

They talk about their experience having lunch there, the origins of 'Grey Stuff', magical roses and more!

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

Saturday Jul 26, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #021 - Disney Dream Jobs

Saturday Jul 26, 2014

Episode #021 - Disney Dream Jobs

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast Gary and Mike discuss the jobs they'd love to have if they were working at a Disney park.

We also hear from a lot of our friends on Facebook and Twitter as they chime in with their dream Disney jobs!

So, dust off your resume and apply for a position listening to the Por Favor Podcast.

Thanks,

Mike & Gary

Saturday Jul 19, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #020 - Guest Trip Review with Lisa (2 of 2)

Saturday Jul 19, 2014

Episode #020 - Guest Trip Review with Lisa (2 of 2)

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary are once again joined by Lisa Green (@life_of_green) to talk about the food (and some beverages) that was consumed on her latest trip to Walt Disney World.

Listen in to find out if we evict her from the D. Fauntleroy South Studios for her thoughts on Dole Whips or if her Pork Shank opinion bails her out.

Also, go to Lisa's blog Living a Disney Life to read all about her trip and much, much more about Disney!

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

Saturday Jul 12, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #019 - Guest Trip Review with Lisa (1 of 2)

Saturday Jul 12, 2014

Episode #019 - Guest Trip Review with Lisa (1 of 2)

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary are joined by Lisa Green (@life_of_green) for a special guest trip review!

Join the three of us as we have fun recounting Lisa's trip to Walt Disney World from May of 2014!

Also, be sure to check out Lisa's awesome Disney blog Living a Disney Life!

Thanks for listening,

Gary & Mike!

Sunday Jul 06, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #018 - Fun Outside the Parks

Sunday Jul 06, 2014

Episode #018 - Fun Outside the Parks

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Gary & Mike talk about their favorite ways to spend time when they aren't in one of the four theme parks at Walt Disney World.

Hop on the monorail and join us as we explore the many things to do outside the parks.

Thanks for listening,

Myq & Garry

Saturday Jun 28, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #017 - Patriotism in the Parks

Saturday Jun 28, 2014

Episode #017 - Patriotism in the Parks

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike & Gary talk about what makes them feel extra Patriotic when they are in Walt Disney World or Disneyland. Grab your miniature American flag and wave along as you listen! We're as American as apple pie, hot dogs and even Disney!

Thanks for listening!

Mike and Gary

Saturday Jun 21, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #016 - Mexico Pavilion

Saturday Jun 21, 2014

Episode #016 - Mexico Pavilion

Hola! In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike & Gary discuss the Mexico Pavilion. We banter about which version of the boat ride is best, and we fantasize about what to order for dinner at the restaurants.

Grab a margarita and climb the pyramid as you listen and enjoy this episode.

Gracias!

Mike & Gary

Saturday Jun 14, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #015 - Quick Service Dining

Saturday Jun 14, 2014

Episode #015 - Quick Service Dining

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Gary and Mike discuss all things quick service dining at Walt Disney World. Hear about our favorites, advice on the dining plan, and listener favorites!

Give us a golf wave and join us for a listen!

Thanks for listening!

Mike & Gary

Saturday Jun 07, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #014 - Disney Regrets

Saturday Jun 07, 2014

Episode #014 - Disney Regrets

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Gary and Mike talk about their Disney regrets. We also hear from some listeners on what their regrets are, and finally we answer some listener questions.

There may also be a small round of Karaoke built in somewhere, listen and find out!

As always you can find us on Twitter, Facebook and by email.

Subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher and leave us a review!

There's blood on the saddle!

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

Saturday May 31, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #013 - Trip Rewind - Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom

Saturday May 31, 2014

Episode #013 - Trip Rewind - Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary look back upon their most recent trip to Walt Disney World and walk you through their adventures in Magic and Animal Kingdoms.

Let us know what you think of this episode on Twitter, Facebook or by email. You can now call the Por Favor hotline at 413-367-8871 and leave us a voicemail.

Subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher, and leave us a review, it helps a lot!

The oceans are wide, and the mountains divide, but it's a small world after all!

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

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Saturday May 24, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #012 - Disney Cruise Line Guest Review

Saturday May 24, 2014

Episode #012 - Disney Cruise Line Guest Review

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike & Gary are once again joined by Mary! This time she's talking about her recent trip aboard the Disney Cruise Line. Listen in and hear all about her trip and what a first time cruiser learned from her experience.

Let us know what you think of the episode on Twitter, Facebook or by email! And as always subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher and please leave feedback!

This is what you've all been waiting for...the backside of water!

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

Saturday May 17, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #011 - MGM Studios Opening Day

Saturday May 17, 2014

Episode #011 - MGM Studios Opening Day

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary hop into their DeLorean and take a trip back in time to May 1, 1989 and the opening day of MGM Studios. You'll hear about the attractions that opened with the park as well as what was going on in the world at the time.

Slap on your Body Glove sunglasses and enjoy this episode. Let us know what you think on Twitter, Facebook or by email. Leave us a review on iTunes and Stitcher.

We welcome you to a Hollywood that never was - and always will be!

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

Saturday May 10, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #010 -The Disney Draft

Saturday May 10, 2014

Episode #010 - The Disney Draft

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Gary and Mike put on their General Manager hats and participate in the first ever Disney Draft. Hear Mike and Gary make their picks of the top Disney experiences.

Think you could have done better? Let us know on Twitter, Facebook or by email.

Listen or leave a review on iTunes and Stitcher.

This here's the wildest ride in the wilderness!

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

Wednesday May 07, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #009 and 1/2 -Mike's Great Movie Ride List

Wednesday May 07, 2014

Episode #009 and 1/2 - Mike's Great Movie Ride List

In this "half-a-sode" of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike runs down his list of the movies he's seen in the finale of the Great Movie Ride. Did you guess correctly on the amount he's seen? Probably not, but we'll see!

Enjoy Mike in his "half-a-sode" debut, and let us know what you think on Twitter, Facebook and by email.

You can listen on Stitcher and iTunes, and if you do, leave us a review! Thanks so much.

Snakes? Why'd it have to be snakes?

Thanks for listening,
Mike

Saturday May 03, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #009 -Great Movie Ride 25th Anniversary

Saturday May 03, 2014

Episode #009 - Great Movie Ride 25th Anniversary!

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary are joined by a special guest to discuss the Great Movie Ride and celebrate its 25th anniversary!

Listen along as they take you through the ride, give you fun facts and even offer some ideas to improve the ride in the future!

Let us know what you think of the episode on Twitter, Facebook or by email.

Leave us a rating in iTunes and Stitcher!

I don't think we're in Kansas anymore!

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

Saturday Apr 26, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #008 -Modes of Transportation

Saturday Apr 26, 2014

Episode #008 - Modes of Transportation

In this episode, Mike and Gary talk about their favorite modes of transportation outside of the parks. Find out the best and most fun ways to get between your resort and the parks or from park to park! We also read some of our listeners favorite modes of transportation.

Is there something we missed? Let us know on Twitter, Facebook or by email.

Please leave us feedback on iTunes and Stitcher as well!

Sit back, relax, and let us do the driving, we'll be home soon.

Thanks for listening,

Gary & Mike

Saturday Apr 19, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #007 -Trip Rewind (Hollywood Studios and EPCOT)

Saturday Apr 19, 2014

Episode #007 - Trip Rewind (Hollywood Studios and EPCOT)

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Gary and Mike talk about the first two days of their trip to Walt Disney World from February. They go into details of what they did at Hollywood Studios and EPCOT. Listen in to hear all about the budding Toy Story Midway Mania rivalry, drinking around the world and much more!

Make sure you listen all the way until the end for a special treat.

Let us know what you think on Twitter, Facebook or by email!

Hold onto those wallets and purses folks, this doesn't look like a very good neighborhood!

Thanks for listening,

Gary & Mike

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Thursday Apr 17, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #006 and 1/2 -Disney Rabbits - Happy Easter!

Thursday Apr 17, 2014

Episode #006 and 1/2 - Disney Rabbits - Happy Easter!

In the first ever half-a-sode Gary wishes all the Por Favor Podcast listeners a Happy Easter by looking into the history of Disney rabbits.

Are there any rabbits that we missed? Let us know on Twitter, Facebook or by email!

Anyone seen a bunny? Oh, nothing up there but a bunny. A BUNNY!

Thanks for listening,

Gary

Saturday Apr 12, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #006 - Mousekeeping and Melnyk

Saturday Apr 12, 2014

Episode #006 - Mousekeeping and Melnyk

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary introduce two new features to the podcast's legacy; Mousekeeping and the much anticipated Hidden Melnyk! Listen to find out what each feature brings to our future. We also read some listener comments on the air as some of our most loyal listeners voice their displeasure with our Walt Disney World March Madness selections.

Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Facebook or send us an email anytime!

To cans sound better than one toucan can.

Thanks for listening,

Gary & Mike

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Sunday Apr 06, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #005 - Walt Disney World March Madness (3 of 3)

Sunday Apr 06, 2014

Episode #005 - Walt Disney World March Madness (3 of 3)

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary debate the Sweet 16, Elite 8, Final Four and finally name a champion in the Walt Disney World March Madness Bracket! Follow along here. Find out who wins and takes the first D. Fauntleroy Studios Memorial National Championship!

Let us know what you think on Twitter, Facebook or by email!

No privacy at all around here!

Thanks for listening,

-Mike & Gary

Monday Mar 31, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #004 - Walt Disney World March Madness (2 of 3)

Monday Mar 31, 2014

Episode #004 - Walt Disney World March Madness (2 of 3)

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Gary and Mike dive into the second round of the Walt Disney World March Madness Bracket! Listen in and find out who advanced to the Sweet Sixteen! One more episode to go where we will finally crown a champion!

Follow along with our bracket here. Let us know what you think on Twitter and Facebook!

Veggie Veggie Fruit Fruit!

Thanks for listening,

Mike & Gary

Monday Mar 24, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #003 - Walt Disney World March Madness (1 of 3)

Monday Mar 24, 2014

Episode #003 - Walt Disney World March Madness

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast Gary and Mike break down the first round of the Walt Disney World Attraction's March Madness bracket. Check out the bracket here and follow along! Listen to us argue and debate which attractions should advance to the second round. Episodes 2 and 3 will be released in the next two weeks while we determine our winner!

Let us know what you think in the comments, on Twitter or on Facebook!

Paging Mr. Tom Morrow.

Thanks,

Gary & Mike

Sunday Mar 16, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #002 - Cast Member Encounters

Sunday Mar 16, 2014

Episode #002 - Cast Member Encounters from February 2014 Trip

In this episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary talk about their experiences with various Cast Members at Walt Disney World on their recent trip. There was mostly good, a couple of bad, but listen in and decide for yourself!

Do you think Cast Members have gotten better or worse over the years? Let us know in the comments on Twitter or on Facebook.

Thanks for listening.

Nice work Pal!

-Mike and Gary

Monday Mar 10, 2014

Por Favor Podcast Episode #001 - Trip Report

Monday Mar 10, 2014

Episode #001 Mike and Gary's February 2014 Trip Report

In this episode Mike and Gary talk about their recent trip to Walt Disney World, and some of the travel woes along the way. They also comment on their favorite meals of the trip and some of their thoughts on New Fantasyland. Give it a listen, and thanks!

Driver we are clear.... BEEP BEEP

- Gary and Mike