Park 2 Park Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Let's talk about the D23 Expo! Tons of announcements, including:
- Monsters Inc. coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios!
- A Walt Disney Audio-Animatronic coming to Disneyland!
- Cars coming to Magic Kingdom!
- Villains-themed land coming to Magic Kingdom!
- Tropical Americas, including Encanto & Indiana Jones, coming to Animal Kingdom!
- The first-ever Coco ride coming to Disney California Adventure!
- & MORE!
Join CJ & Alli as they discuss all the theme park announcements, plus get a pre-trip report for Alli's upcoming visit to Walt Disney World Resort!
Join CJ & Alli for a big Walt Disney World trip report, and a comparison of Little Mermaid attractions at Disneyland and Walt Disney World!
It's a Toy Story showdown! Will DCA's Toy Story Midway Mania win? Or will DHS's Toy Story Mania take the cake? Find out on this episode of the Park2Park Podcast!
After a quick trip report, CJ and Alli dive deep into the other MCU: the Monsters Inc. Cinematic Universe, of course, with Monsters Inc: Mike and Sulley to the Rescue and Monsters Inc Laugh Floor.
CJ went to Disneyland! Hear about her whirlwind 13-ish-hour day at the Disneyland Resort and her completion of the Coast to Coast Challenge.
Who's the leader of the cinematic universe that's made for you and me? M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E! Alli and CJ compare Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway at Disneyland vs. Hollywood Studios, Mickey's Philharmagic at Magic Kingdom vs. California Adventure, and the Silly Symphony Swings at California Adventure.
December was a doozy! Hear about Universal's Great Movie Escape (spoiler-free), Blizzard Beach, resort hopping, and the Walt Disney World (half of a) Half Marathon.
Hear about Alli's second day at the Disneyland Resort. Highlights include ride breakdowns galore, salmon, and facing our greatest fears.
Spoilers for Savi's Workshop from 32:53 to 58:34. Alli recently went on a trip to Disneyland! In part 1, hear about the first day of the trip, including how to adapt when rides unexpectedly close, downtime on the Jungle Cruise, churros, and a special guest who shares what he thought of building a lightsaber at Savi's Workshop.
CJ and Alli discuss The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at Disneyland and Magic Kingdom, and have some interesting takes on which is the better version.
CJ did the Two Course Challenge at the 2023 Wine & Dine Half Marathon! Hear all about her experiences at the expo, on the courses, and at the after party at Epcot.
CJ and Alli discuss the differences between the Buzz Lightyear-themed attractions: Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom and Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters at Disneyland. The hot takes are hotter than ever.
In this episode, CJ and Alli compare two attractions in the same style based off of different IPs: Magic Carpets of Aladdin at Magic Kingdom and Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind at Disney California Adventure.
Donald Fauntleroy Duck features prominently in three attractions at the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts: Donald's Duck Pond at Disneyland's Toontown, Donald's Dino Bash at Animal Kingdom, and The Gran Fiesta Tour Starring the Three Caballeros at Epcot. Alli and CJ compare the three and rank the attractions.
CJ and Alli are joined by special guests Nathan and Coletta, WDW locals who recently visited the Disneyland Resort for the first time since 2008! Hear about their experience. Topics include Magic Bands, Monte Cristos, Merlin, and more.
Welcome to season 4 of the Park2Park podcast! This season we're looking at IP-based attractions, starting with Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage, The Seas with Nemo and Friends, Finding Nemo: The Big Blue... and Beyond!, and Turtle Talk with Crush (at both DCA and Epcot).
We've made it to the season 3 finale! CJ and Alli recap the season and, after much debate, declare a winner. Plus get a preview of what's to come in season 4.
CJ and Alli are back with their last spicy hot takes of the season! They discuss Soarin over California vs. Soarin Around the World, plus Avatar Flight of Passage in Animal Kingdom.
It's our loopiest episode yet! Alli and CJ compare the Incredicoaster to Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, and reminisce about California Screamin'.
With summer in full swing, CJ and Alli are ready to cool off with some water rides. Learn about the differences between Kali River Rapids at Animal Kingdom and Grizzly River Run at California Adventure, and which ride they think does it better. Plus, a discussion about the Galactic Starcruiser (RIP).
Buckle up for this comparison of Radiator Springs Racers and Test Track! CJ and Alli take you from World of Motion to Ornament Valley.
Bring the kids along for this episode! CJ and Alli talk about Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster, Goofy's Barnstormer, Goofy's Sky School, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, and Slinky Dog Dash.
You unlock this podcast with the key of imagination. Beyond it is another dimension. A dimension of sound. A dimension of sight (if you're watching it on YouTube). A dimension of mind. You're moving into a land of both shadow and substance, of things and ideas. You've just crossed over into... the Park2Park Podcast episode about The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT!, and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.
Alli went to Disneyland! Hear about her trip, Genie+, and more. Plus, CJ, Alli, and their parents participated in an event called MouseAdventure. They share their history with MouseAdventure as well as details about the April 2023 event "Back to the Park."
CJ and Alli return to talk about Alli's trip to Florida. This episode features a discussion about runDisney and the 2023 Princess 5k and 10k, SeaWorld Orlando, and the Magic Kingdom After Hours event.
Alli went to Florida! Hear about her days at Universal Studios Orlando, Islands of Adventure, and Epcot. Plus, CJ and Alli got to ride TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom during Cast Member previews, and share their experience and advice for riding. (This section is spoiler-free, but if you'd like to skip past it, runs from approx 35:00-49:45.)
CJ and Alli welcome guests Bryan and Mykhailo from the Miles from Main Street podcast! Bryan and Mykhailo share their stories from their recent family trip to the Disneyland Resort.
Find Miles from Main Street on Instagram, Facebook, online, and wherever you listen to podcasts.
Instagram: @milesfrommainstreet
Facebook group: Miles from Main Street Community
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CJ and Alli are joined by special guest Elaine from the PlanDisney Panel! Learn about the PlanDisney Panel, Elaine's recent trips to the Disneyland and Walt Disney World resorts, and her picks for her favorite E ticket attractions.
Instagram: @plandisneypanel
Twitter: @plandisney
It's archeology vs paleontology in this showdown. CJ and Alli discuss Indiana Jones Adventure at Disneyland and DINOSAUR at Disney's Animal Kingdom.
CJ and Alli discuss Splash Mountain's closing weekend at Magic Kingdom, and compare the Magic Kingdom version to the Disneyland version. They also preview what little they know about Tiana's Bayou Adventure.
Alli lets her nerd flag fly and CJ tolerates it for a discussion of all things Star Wars in the Disney Parks! Learn about Star Tours, the Star Wars Launch Bay, Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run, and Rise of the Resistance, as well as a comparison of Galaxy's Edge to Galaxy's Edge. May the force be with you.
CJ and Alli are joined by Johnny J. from the DMSW Podcast for a recap of his May 2022 trip to the Disneyland Resort.
Follow The DMSW Podcast @thedmswpodcast on Instagram.
If any of you folks are wearin' hats or glasses, best remove 'em, 'cause this here's the wildest ride in the wilderness! CJ and Alli take a ride on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and compare Disneyland's version to Magic Kingdom's version.
Everything was awesome during CJ's trip to Legoland last month. Hear about the highlights and lowlights of the trip and her recommendations for those who are considering a visit to Legoland Orlando themselves.
Launch director, this is Mission Control. We'll initiate a discussion on Space Mountain at Disneyland vs. at Magic Kingdom at T-minus three minutes. Do you copy?
Join hosts Alli and CJ for their biweekly Disney parks comparison, this time about Space Mountain.
Are you scared of the Yeti? CJ and Alli sure aren't! In our season 3 premiere, we compare the Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland to Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain at Animal Kingdom.
Alli went on an adventure to Busch Gardens Williamsburg, and CJ wanted to know all about it. Hear about Fabio and a goose, a pooping owl, an infestation of wasps, and the thrill rides at Busch Gardens.
There are several prominent ghosts who have retired to the Disney parks from creepy old crypts all over the world. Hosts CJ and Alli discuss some of the ghosts reported to haunt the Disneyland and Walt Disney World resorts and recount some personal experiences, including one from a special guest.
Thanks for joining us for season 2 of the Park2Park Podcast! In our finale episode, CJ and Alli recap each episode of the season and determine an overall winner for the classic pre-1971 attractions. Now, please gather your belongings and exit to the left.
Welcome, foolish mortals, to the Park2Park Podcast. Join your Ghost Hosts Alli and CJ for a tour of the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland and Magic Kingdom. There's no turning back now.
Avast there! Welcome aboard the pirate ship Park2Park, where Captain CJ and First Mate Alli dive into the details of Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland and Magic Kingdom. If ye be brave or fool enough to listen in, proceed.
Alli and CJ set sail on two adventures: one under the sea on the Submarine rides and another around the world on it's a small world.
What is a dark ride, and which Disney park has the superior dark rides? Join CJ and Alli for a discussion of Peter Pan's Flight, the current and former Snow White dark rides at Magic Kingdom and Disneyland, and Mr. Toad's Wild Ride (RIP, Disney World-goers).
CJ provides a recap of her recent trip to the Disneyland Resort: highlights, lowlights, food and more.
Audio-Animatronics are COOL. Hosts Alli and CJ give their takes on the attractions that first used this technology: Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room, Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln, and the Hall of Presidents.
CJ and Alli brave the jungles of Adventureland armed with the sharpest of puns to discuss the Swiss Family Treehouse/Tarzan's Treehouse and the Jungle Cruise at Disneyland and Magic Kingdom.
CJ and Alli go back in time to the wild, wild west to talk about the Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island, and the Frontierland Shootin Galleries.
Hosts CJ and Alli are joined by guest Sarah (@disneystuff69 on Instagram) to discuss the differences between Autopia and Tomorrowland Speedway, the Astro Orbitor and the Astro Orbiter, and the Disneyland Peoplemover in its heyday, the Rocket Rods, and the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover at Magic Kingdom.
This week our intrepid hosts talk themselves in circles discussing the differences between the carousels, Mad Tea Party, and Dumbo attractions at Disneyland and Magic Kingdom.
It's time for the grand circle tour as cohosts CJ and Alli examine the differences between the Disneyland Railroad and the Walt Disney World Railroad, plus the monorails at both resorts.
It's the theme park icon showdown - Disneyland's Sleeping Beauty castle vs. Magic Kingdom's Cinderella castle. CJ and Alli discuss the merits of each, and it's more than just a pretty facade.
Alli recently visited the Walt Disney World Resort (and Universal Studios). CJ had many questions about Alli's experience. Listen to hear about the ups and downs, the food, the travel, Genie+, and more.
Welcome to season 2 of the Park2Park Podcast! Hosts CJ and Alli are back and their hot takes are hotter than ever. First up, we're "Walkin' Right Down the Middle of Main Street USA."
Join CJ, Alli, and some special guests for a recap of season one of the Park2Park Podcast.
Special Guests:
Nicole: @disneygirlnf on Instagram and host of The Magical Map Podcast.
Nichole: @disneysurgeon on Instagram.
How do you get in to the Disney parks? What's the difference between Genie and Genie+? What's Lightning Lane? And is PhotoPass worth it? Hosts CJ and Alli explore these topics for the Walt Disney World and Disneyland resorts.
Learn about what's around the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts, including what CJ and Alli call "Gator Sam's."
Hotels are an essential part of your stay at Disneyland or Disney World. Hear what CJ and Alli have to say about the hotel options available on and near Disney property on both coasts.
Hosts CJ and Alli compare Disney's "shoppertainment districts" Downtown Disney and Disney Springs.
Hosts CJ and Alli compare Epcot and Animal Kingdom to various Southern California attractions, including a discussion of Westcot, the Epcot of the West Coast that never came to be.
Join hosts CJ and Alli for a comparison of Disney California Adventure and Disney Hollywood Studios theme parks, plus their opinion on which park stands out.
Learn about the differences between Disneyland and Magic Kingdom parks from your hosts CJ and Alli.
Hosts CJ and Alli discuss the differences between the Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts. Which one stands out above the crowd?
Hosts CJ and Alli introduce themselves and the podcast, and discuss their favorite Disney theme parks and rides.