Best Chris Malek Podcasts (2024)

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #466 - Cruising Tips and Wrapup from our TA Experts! 1:01:18

35m ago1:01:18

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"The Dubs"#466 - Tracy and Jen rejoin us to wrapup the recent Royal Caribbean cruise on Adventure of the Seas, but this isn't just a trip report! We solicited feedback with 4 specific questions that will help experienced cruisers and newbies alike and we promise you'll learn something new about cruising! Join us in Show #466 to hear all about it! F…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #465 - Paris, London and Taylor Swift with The Lee's 1:12:43

1h ago1:12:43

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"The Dubs"#465 - Katrina and Tyler Lee join us to talk about an AMAZING trip to Paris (including Disneyland Paris), London (including Harry Potter World) AND the TAYLOR SWIFT concert at Wembley Stadium! This was such a fun show to record with so many highlights but they did have interesting observations on what they would do differently if they had…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #464 - DVC Member Benefits & Discounts and Buying Retail or Resale with Cassandra Callahan of DVC-Rental.com 46:51

1h ago46:51

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"The Dubs"#464 - Cassandra and Chris discuss benefits of purchasing Retail AND Resale along with some of the member benefits, discounts, experiences and ticket offers! We give both sides of the discussion so you can make an informed opinion on which fits you better. Join us in Show #464 to hear all about it! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDu…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #463 - Cruise tips AND Q&A with our Travel Experts 59:14

9d ago59:14

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"The Dubs"#463 - Tracy and Jen joins us to answer ALL the cruise questions that we've always wanted to ask! The ladies walk us through from the point of booking a cruise all the way through boarding the boat! This is a great show for experienced cruisers and newbies alike and we promise you'll learn something new about cruising! Join us in Show #46…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #462 - The Top "Shows" at Walt Disney World 39:29

12d ago39:29

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"The Dubs"#462 - When I say "Shows" at Walt Disney World, do you think of theatrical performances or theatrical productions? Do you think of concerts or sing-alongs? What about film options or even attractions that have a main subject of a production? What started as a small show turned into an eye-opening look at just how many different types of s…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #461 - The scents of Walt Disney World with Pam Wilfing 51:54

21d ago51:54

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"The Dubs"#461 - Pam and Chris discuss the new Aloha Co. Collection coming to Disney Springs and then take a deeper look (maybe sniff is more appropriate) into the memorable scents of Walt Disney World. We all know a few iconic scents of vacation but we go back-and-forth describing some of the most memorable smells of Walt Disney World! Join us in …

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #460 - Walt Disney World News & Tips for the Last Day of Vacation at WDW 43:10

2M ago43:10

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"The Dubs"#460 - Stacey and Chris discuss the Big Thunder Mountain Refurb, The DeSantis/Disney Issue Ending and Summerhouse on the Lake! The main subject of today's show discusses tips and plans to make the last day of vacation more organized, efficient and enjoyable! Join us in Show #460 to hear more! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDubRevue…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #459 - Walt Disney World News & Tips for Vacation Day #1 at WDW 52:49

1M ago52:49

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"The Dubs"#459 - Stacey and Chris discuss the Polynesian Tower pricing, Tiana's Bayou Adventure attraction and merchandising and Jollywood Night return to Hollywood Studios before we deep dive into our show topic! On today's show we discuss tips and plans to make Vacation Day #1 the best day of vacation! Join us in Show #459 to hear more! Find The …

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #458 - Donald Duck's History with Tim VanSwol 46:28

1M ago46:28

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"The Dubs"#458 - Tim VanSwol joins Chris with a special research project on Disney's most famous fiery fowl...Donald Duck! Donald's 90th birthday is approaching soon so we wanted to share his full backstory including his creation, his contribution as an American Ambassador in the War effort and to South America, his career accomplishments and his s…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #457 - Dreams that Soar Drone Show, Rock N Roller Coaster and Disney Attraction Quotes 36:12

2M ago36:12

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"The Dubs"#457 - Stacey and Chris talk about Walt Disney World News including Dreams that Soar Drone Show, Rock N Roller Coaster reopening, Permitting at Animal Kingdom as well as discuss how DIsney Attraction Quotes have worked their way into our regular vocabulary! Join us in Show #457 to hear more! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDubRevue.…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #456 - DVC Update, Polynesian Tower, and Attractions that cause Motion Sickness 54:48

2M ago54:48

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"The Dubs"#456 - Scott and Chris discuss the Polynesian Tower, V.I.Passholder discount and Reflections along with other DVC News but then dive into the show topic...Attractions that gives us Motion Sickness! We feel like this list can be useful and echoed by much of our listeners but we wanted to list the top attractions to avoid if you get sick ea…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #455 - Overrated Walt Disney World 49:34

2M ago49:34

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"The Dubs"#455 - As a counterpoint to Show #454, Stacey and Chris discuss aspects of Walt Disney World they feel are overrated. We touch base on attractions, features, pricing options, merchandise and the resort in general. This is sure to be an interesting show but once you hear their rationale...you might just agree! Join us in Show #455 to hear …

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #454 - Underrated Walt Disney World 39:38

3M ago39:38

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"The Dubs"#454 - Stacey and Chris discuss aspects of Walt Disney World they feel are underrated or that we just assume all parks offer these things as standard. Yes, this is a very "PRO" Disney show but don't worry, we always offer both sides of the argument and next week's show will be the overrated Walt Disney World show! Join us in Show #454 to …

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S8E11: Rural Economic Development Through Events 17:59

3M ago17:59

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Tune in to this week’s episode of the Experience University podcast as we delve into the transformative power of events in rural economic development. Join host Dr. Kristin Malek as she explores the realm of ag (agriculture) tourism, cultural events, and the strategic nuances of tourism marketing with the insightful director of Visit Knox County, S…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #453 - Walt & His Park (The stories you probably haven't heard) with Phil Gramlich 44:39

3M ago44:39

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"The Dubs"#453 - Phil Gramlich joins us to talk about his book "Walt and His Park - The stories you (probably) haven't heard"! Phil has a passion for Disney that few can equal having both a successful Travel Agency business and a Podcast (Turkey Leg Talk) and now his first published book! What challenges did he face while writing the book and how d…

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S8E10: Event Competencies with Lydia Tobin 27:03

3M ago27:03

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Have you ever noticed how EVERYTHING is a funnel? In this episode, Dr. Kristin Malek, our host, and student Lydia Tobin introduce the key competencies essential for a career in events and marketing. They dive into practical insights on marketing and events, sharing the interdisciplinary benefits of their experiences. Tune in to explore unique event…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #452 - Top 3 Most Accessible Attractions at each Park at Walt Disney World 52:14

3M ago52:14

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"The Dubs"#452 - Following Show #451 (DAS Changes at Walt Disney World), we decided to review the attractions in each Park and compile a list of the Top 3 attractions in terms of accessibility. We consider the different levels and needs of access and come to some interesting observations which leads us into our "Thumbs Down" list as well. Join us i…

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S8E9: Event Psychology with Victoria Matey 27:12

4M ago27:12

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How can understanding psychology transform your approach to event planning? In today’s episode, host Dr. Kristin Malek introduces the concept of event psychology with Event Psychology Advisor and Co-Founder of Matey Events,Victoria Matey. Together, they explore how events serve as catalysts for behavior change, emphasizing the integration of behavi…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #451 - Walt Disney World/Disneyland DAS Changes Explained with Cindy Ellacott 37:14

4M ago37:14

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"The Dubs"#451 - Cindy and Chris discuss the changes to the Disneyland & Walt Disney World DAS System. We review the reasons for the changes, the timelines and process for obtaining the DAS, the ways Disney is providing alternative services and ultimately, the penalties for misleading Disney in trying to falsely obtain a DAS pass. Find The Dub Dee …

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S8:E8: LARPing in Events with Erika Shaefer 18:24

4M ago18:24

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Step into the immersive world of LARPing with Experience University, hosted by Dr. Kristin Malek! Discover how live-action role play transforms events, fosters authentic connections, and promotes storytelling and community building. In this episode, Dr. K and event planner Erika Shaefer explore the fascinating realm of LARPing and its application i…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #450 - Walt Disney World/Disneyland News April 2024 with the Royal Court 52:18

3M ago52:18

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"The Dubs"#450 - The Royal Court covers all the Walt Disney World & Disneyland News for April 2024! This includes the Test Track Reimagineering, WaterPark perks, Star Tours updates, Dining Reservation search changes, and the Disney Cruise Line name and theme reveal! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDubRevue.com Twitter (X) @dubdeedubrevue Face…

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S8E7: AI Keynotes 13:11

4M ago13:11

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Ever wondered if event keynotes are truly driving lasting change or just offering surface-level motivation? In this episode, Dr. Kristin Malek discusses her approach to speaking on AI, Gen Z, and neuroscience, emphasizing behavior change. She shares her journey from a successful AI session for rural leaders to landing more speaking gigs through Lin…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #449 - Walt Disney World 3-Resort Split Stay Trip Report with Krista Griffin & Everleigh Murray 48:26

4M ago48:26

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"The Dubs"#449 - We are joined by Krista Griffin and Everleigh Murray to talk about her family's Walt Disney World (3-Resort Split Stay) Trip! We try to summarize a wonderful family vacation involving 5 park days in 45 minutes and the girls do a FANTASTIC job or walking us through the details of the trip! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDubRe…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #448 - DVC News and the Top 5 Disney Vacation Club Resorts to own at if you rent out your points! 54:34

4M ago54:34

54:34

"The Dubs"#448 - Scott and Chris share Disney Vacation Club news, DVC resale purchase strategies, current pricing for active inventory and then compile a list of the Top 5 DVC Resorts to own at if you wanted to rent out your points! This is a great show if you ever thought about DVC and had real questions and answers but didn't know how to ask them…

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S8E6: Exploring Engagement with Scott Gould 26:56

5M ago26:56

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Join us as we explore the role of authentic connection, debunk myths surrounding networking, and navigate resistance. In today’s episode, Dr. Kristin Malek and Scott Gould examine engagement, focusing on its necessity for relationships. The discussion also touches on leveraging social platforms for community engagement and experimenting with three-…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #447 - The Villages (full overview of the largest 55+ community in the US) with Kaitlyn Walker 1:06:30

4M ago1:06:30

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"The Dubs"#447 - We venture outside of the Disney bubble for Show #447, though we discuss a bubble of another sort! Realtor Kaitlyn Walker joins Chris to share a full overview of the largest 55+ community in the country - The Villages! Checkout Show #447 to hear all about the theming, cleanliness, safety, shopping and dining options of this next st…

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S8E5: Building Community with Chris Catania 25:54

5M ago25:54

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Curious about the power of community in event planning? Tune in as Dr. K sits down with Chris Catania, a trailblazer in community development, to explore how understanding your audience and fostering shared values can revolutionize event experiences. This episode discusses the growing significance of community building in events. Chris shares his e…

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The Dubs "Disney & Travel" Podcast #446 - Disney Magic and an AMAZING Health Journey with Karie Hein 56:33

5M ago56:33

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"The Dubs"#446 - We are joined by Karie Hein to talk about a variety of things...her love of Disney, her family's move from Michigan to Florida, her and her husband's UNBELIEVABLE weight loss journey and discovering what's possible with improved overall health! Join us in Show #446 to hear an amazing story! Also, if you'd like to learn more about t…

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The Dubs "Disney & Travel" Podcast #445 - Disney News and New EPCOT Festival Ideas 49:36

4M ago49:36

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"The Dubs"#445 - The Dubs crew touches base on some Disney news then really dives into the show idea...New EPCOT festival ideas! Jenny, Cassandra, Cindy and Chris brainstorm on the "why's" of a festival and design new ones including themes, dates, food and drink options and merchandise! Join us in Show #445 to hear some really good ideas! Find The …

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S8E4: Building Connection with Marcus Weiss 23:31

5M ago23:31

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Ever wondered how neurocoding and clowning intersect? In today's episode, we welcome Marcus Weiss, former member of the Blue Man Group and current clown for O in Cirque Du Soleil’. Marcus is a versatile individual with a background in acting, improv, directing, and neuro coding. He shares insights on balancing structure and spontaneity in events, i…

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The Dubs "Disney & Travel" Podcast #444 - Disney Metrics and Ways to Maximize your Disney Dollars 49:42

5M ago49:42

49:42

"The Dubs"#444 - Chris Young, a numbers fanatic, joins us with a different version of keys dates in Disney History and some clever metrics used to maximize your Disney dollars for the next vacation! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDubRevue.com Twitter (X) @dubdeedubrevue Facebook @thedubdeedubrevue Instagram @thedubdeedubrevuepodcast Lastly, …

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S8E3: Sound Healing with Natalie Brown 21:05

5M ago21:05

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Dive into the world of wellness trends in events! Dr. K here, and I am pumped to be back with another episode of the Experience University Podcast! In today's episode, we discuss the realm of wellness trends within the events landscape, accompanied by the insights of Natalie Brown. Natalie, a Sound Healing Practitioner and the visionary behind the …

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The Dubs "Disney & Travel" Podcast #443 - Epcot's 2024 Flower & Garden Festival Food Preview 49:52

5M ago49:52

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"The Dubs"#443 - Have you ever been to Epcot's Flower & Garden Festival? Stacey and Chris share details about dates and cool things to do but most importantly...talk about FOOD! The food at Flower & Garden has become the headliner of the Festival and we preview ALL THE FOODS! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDubRevue.com Twitter (X) @dubdeedub…

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S8E2: Innovation Culture With Claus Raasted 31:22

6M ago31:22

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Embark on a journey of innovation culture. Today's episode explores the concept of innovation culture with Claus Raasted, Director at The College of Extraordinary Experiences & Chief Learning Officer at Academics Academy. Raasted shares captivating insights into navigating stagnant systems and revealing the untapped opportunity space within seeming…

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The Dubs "Disney & Travel" Podcast #442 - The 2024 Disney Dining Plan Explained & Reviewed 58:43

5M ago58:43

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"The Dubs"#442 - Jen and Cindy do a deep dive on the 2024 Disney Dining Plan! The ladies explore all about availability, pricing, options and see if they can beat the Dining Plan in comparison to paying cash for each meal. Checkout Show #442 to find out all about the Disney Dining Plan! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDubRevue.com Twitter (X)…

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S8E1: Psychology of Tradeshows with Sarah Griffin, CEM 19:34

6M ago19:34

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Get ready to explore the evolving landscape of event management with Dr. K and guest Sarah Griffin. In today's episode, we dive into the dynamic world of event management and industry insights with Sarah Griffin, a Certified Exhibition Manager and seasoned professional in the field. Sarah shares her unique perspective on the evolving trends in the …

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The Dubs "Disney & Travel" Podcast #441 - Icon of the Seas (Royal Caribbean) FULL SHIP Review with Jen Baughman 1:14:48

6M ago1:14:48

1:14:48

"The Dubs"#441 - We are joined by Travel Agent extraordinaire, Jen Baughman to discuss Royal Caribbean's NEWEST, BIGGEST, MOST SPACIOUS AND LUXURIOUS cruise ship...The Icon of the Seas! Jen was recently invited on a travel agent and media cruise to learn about the amazing dining, entertainment, lounge and room options available on the Icon! Checkou…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #440 - Walt Disney World "2 Truths and a Lie" 44:34

6M ago44:34

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"The Dubs"#440 - Stacey and Chris share some Walt Disney, Walt Disney World, and Disneyland Trivia in a 2 Truths and a Lie format! We have a bunch of really cool information...but is it all factual? Checkout Show #440 to find out! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDubRevue.com Twitter (X) @dubdeedubrevue Facebook @thedubdeedubrevue Instagram @t…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #439 - New Year...New Tips and Observations from Walt Disney World vacation 45:55

6M ago45:55

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"The Dubs"#439 - We apologize in advance as you are about to listen to Chris talk, like a train going down the tracks, about some tips and observations from a January 2024 visit to Walt Disney World! Just kidding! In actuality, we boil down 20 or so tips and observations to 45 minutes with TONS of new experiences and ways you can learn to make your…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #438 - runDisney Marathon Weekend 2024 with The Nymans 1:03:23

6M ago1:03:23

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"The Dubs"#438 - Stacey and Scott join us to talk about their experiences with the 10k and Half-Marathon but also their chances to get away for a "couples only" weekend. Stacey has lots of great tips and some experiences (both good AND bad) that she shares but also some constructive ways for Disney to improve their guest experience. Find The Dub De…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #437 - 8 years away from Walt Disney World, the Yost Family returns! 54:10

6M ago54:10

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"The Dubs"#437 - 8 YEARS! That's how long it has been since the Yost family has visited Walt Disney World! So much has changed since Lisa's last trip to Florida! Checkout #437 to hear all about how she prepared for the trip, what the family thought of the technology implementation, Genie +, Lightening Lanes, and would she wait that long again to vi…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #436 - Disney News 2023 Year in Revue! 1:03:14

7M ago1:03:14

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"The Dubs"#436 - Jen, Cassandra, and Chris discuss the BIG news from the Disney Company in 2023! We picked a few stories each to summarize the Year in Revue (see what I did there?!?) which includes the Polynesian Tower, Figment Meet and Greet, Moana, Tiana, and Animal Kingdom plans! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDubRevue.com Twitter (X) @du…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #435 - The EDCOT A.I. Christmas Story 50:22

7M ago50:22

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"The Dubs"#435 - Happy Holidays everyone! Stacey and Chris share a special EDCOT Christmas Show in which we combine planning, audience participation, and the use of A.I. to create Christmas stories! Stay safe and enjoy the Holidays! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDubRevue.com Twitter (X) @dubdeedubrevue Facebook @thedubdeedubrevue Instagram …

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #434 - DVC Update AND Top 10 Christmas Movies with Scott Ferraioli 59:18

7M ago59:18

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"The Dubs"#434 - Scott Ferraioli from DVC-Rental.com checks in with us and we discuss all the updates regarding the resale market and point rental options with Disney Vacation Club! We also pick Scott's brain for something he is and EXPERT on...Christmas Movies! He lists his Top 10 (ok, more like 20) favorite Christmas movies of all time! Checkout …

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #433 - AMTRAK Adventure to New York...and VERMONT with Chris & Ann Young! 1:05:07

7M ago1:05:07

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"The Dubs"#433 - ALL ABOARD! Chris and Ann Young join us top talk about their next amazing AMTRAK Adventure! This time, the Young's travel to New York City and Vermont (and New Orleans on the return trip) and visit with the Murray Family! Listen to the good, the Oh My Gosh, and the this needs improvement moments! Checkout #433 to hear all about it!…

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The Dubs #432 - The "Cold" draft at Walt Disney World 44:41

8M ago44:41

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"The Dubs"#432 - Stacey and Chris share a few Holiday Memories at the Walt Disney World Resort and then discuss ALL THINGS "Cold" at WDW! We decide to focus on Food and Drink and draft our Top 6 items that are related to/served cold and have YOU decide the winner in each round! Checkout #432 to hear all about it! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDub…

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S7E12: Communities: Catalysts for Change 16:37

8M ago16:37

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Hello, hello my favorite people on the internet! Dr. K here, and I am pumped to be back with another episode of the Experience University Podcast! Today’s episode explores the concept of radical inclusion and its distinctions from diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The episode discusses creating a passionate community that also encourages…

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The Dubs #431 - Disney 100 Exhibition, Solo WDW Trip and Overlooked Disney touches we are Thankful For with Pam Wilfing 59:44

8M ago59:44

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"The Dubs"#431 - Pam Wilfing joins us to share a bunch of cool Disney experiences! We chat about the traveling Disney 100 exhibit that was in Chicago, learn about her solo trip to Walt Disney World and what things she tried as a solo traveler AND we shared points on "What we are Thankful for" in regards to overlooked touches that Disney does! We co…

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S7E11: Sound Healing 16:44

8M ago16:44

16:44

Ever wondered about the transformative effects of sound healing workshops? Today’s episode discusses sound healing workshops and the potential benefits sound healing has on physical and mental health. The episode highlights the untapped potential of using sound healing for mindset and behavior change through events. Be sure to watch out for our las…

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The Dubs #430 - Experiencing Walt Disney World with special medical needs with Jim McNair 56:28

9M ago56:28

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"The Dubs"#430 - Jim McNair joins us to talk about his recent Walt Disney World vacation. This is a trip report unlike any you've heard before though...Bonnie, his wife of 39 years, is in end-stage renal failure. Spend a little time with us to hear about how they navigated Bonnie's medical circumstances to have a wonderful, relaxed vacation! Checko…

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