DDP Today
DDP Today is an unofficial Disney Podcast filled with fun, family friendly content weekly. Disney News to the Disney Parks, Cruise Line to Disneyland, everything is on the table with this family friendly show. Join the DDP Today family for a positive look at everything Disney.
Episodes
Wednesday Feb 21, 2018
Episode 20. Staying at Disney Moderate Resorts
Wednesday Feb 21, 2018
Wednesday Feb 21, 2018
This week, we are joined by Jamie Viggiano from Away With Me Travel, to discuss the Disney moderate resorts. From the positives, to the negatives, we explore everything these resorts offer guests as they plan their Disney vacations. We talk Disney Springs and Mike gives us the low down on his incredible trip. Festival of the Lion King may have been seen. Did I mention a little more arts festival talk? Grab your chair by the quiet pool, plan that dinner at Boatwrights, and join us on this episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.
Sunday Feb 18, 2018
Season 1 - Walking With Walt: A Boy and His Paper Route
Sunday Feb 18, 2018
Sunday Feb 18, 2018
This week, we journey to 1911 to find a young Walt Disney delivering newspapers in Kansas City, MO. How did this simple job shape the man that would later change the world forever? So join me, as we explore the story of Walt’s paper route, on this week’s episode of Walking With Walt.
Tuesday Feb 13, 2018
Episode 19. Disney Love Stories
Tuesday Feb 13, 2018
Tuesday Feb 13, 2018
On this episode, love is in the air, as we discuss some of the greatest love stories from Disney Cinema history. We find our romantic side, and celebrate Valentine's day with love stories from Up, Lady and the Tramp, and many more. So grab those you love, curl up under a nice warm blanket, and join us on this episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.
Sunday Feb 11, 2018
Season 1 - Walking With Walt: Who Was Elias Disney?
Sunday Feb 11, 2018
Sunday Feb 11, 2018
On this week’s episode of Walking With Walt, we pay tribute to the original Disney Dad, Elias Disney. The patriarch of the Disney family, he fought adversity to provide a life for the family he loved. Elias Disney was the figure who molded Walt into the man we love today. So join me, as we take a look into the life of Elias Disney, and go, Walking With Walt.
Wednesday Feb 07, 2018
Episode 18. 2018 Arts Festival at Epcot
Wednesday Feb 07, 2018
Wednesday Feb 07, 2018
This week, we show our artistic side, as we explore the 2018 Arts Festival at Epcot. From the food, to the exhibits, we go into detail on all of the experiences the festival is offering guests this year. So come join us, as we eat and paint our way around World Showcase, on this week's episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.
Sunday Feb 04, 2018
Season 1 - Walking With Walt: Disney’s Magical Childhood
Sunday Feb 04, 2018
Sunday Feb 04, 2018
This week we find ourselves in the early 1900’s, in Marceline MO. The hometown of Walt Disney, inspired the man in more ways than any of us will know. So join us this week as we journey to Marceline, and go, Walking With Walt.
Wednesday Jan 31, 2018
Episode 17. The Disney Dads Run Disney
Wednesday Jan 31, 2018
Wednesday Jan 31, 2018
We are joined this week by a fantastic guest, who takes from start to finish on a Run Disney race. Joe Quattrocchi, from Resort Loops and The Mickey Dudes Podcast, answers all our questions about Run Disney. From training, to registration, and all the way through the conclusion of race weekend, Joe has all of us ready to laces up the running shoes. So grab some water and join us on this journey, as we get ready to, Run Disney.
Sunday Jan 28, 2018
Season 1 - Walking With Walt: Laugh-O-Gram Studios
Sunday Jan 28, 2018
Sunday Jan 28, 2018
It’s May 23rd, 1922, and Walt Disney has just incorporated the Laugh-O-Gram studios. This would be both Walt’s biggest achievement, and his biggest failure, up to date. Join me this week, as we take a Walk With Walt, into the history of Laugh-O-Gram Studios.
Wednesday Jan 24, 2018
Episode 16. Ratatouille, The Future of Epcot
Wednesday Jan 24, 2018
Wednesday Jan 24, 2018
This week, we sit down to discuss what the upcoming attraction of Ratatouille will look like in Epcot’s World Showcase. We also challenge each other to place the perfect attraction in different countries around World Showcase. So take a leisurely stroll with us around the promenade, as we glance into the future, and talk not our favorite mouse, but our favorite rat, Ratatouille.
Sunday Jan 21, 2018
Season 1 - Walking With Walt: The Birth of a Mouse
Sunday Jan 21, 2018
Sunday Jan 21, 2018
In February 1928, Walt Disney was faced with his biggest hurdle to date. On a trip to New York, Walt finds out everything he has created up to date has been stolen from him. Walt must create something new out of necessity, and out of necessity, he would end up changing the world.
Tuesday Jan 16, 2018
Episode 15. Battle of the Attractions: Magic Kingdom
Tuesday Jan 16, 2018
Tuesday Jan 16, 2018
This week, Jason and Justin fight it out to see what is the best attraction in the Magic Kingdom. A blind draw of attractions, leads to a funny turn of events the guys didn’t see coming. Space Mountain, Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion, the list goes on. What will be the best attraction at Magic Kingdom? Find out on this week’s episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.
Wednesday Jan 10, 2018
Episode 14. A Walk Through Liberty Square
Wednesday Jan 10, 2018
Wednesday Jan 10, 2018
This week we are joined by our good friend Kevin Kessler, from 2 Men and the Mouse. Kevin takes us on a journey through Liberty Square. From architecture to attractions, the Disney Dads go in depth on all the details you may not know about this amazing land in the Magic Kingdom. So grab a turkey leg, find a nice bench to relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.
Wednesday Jan 03, 2018
Episode 13. Top Performances at Walt Disney World
Wednesday Jan 03, 2018
Wednesday Jan 03, 2018
On this week's episode of the Disney Dads Podcast, we take a seat to discuss our favorite shows at Walt Disney World. We take a journey through all four parks, and talk not only some of the larger stage shows, but also some of the performances tucked away around the World. Some of the choices make us reminisce on shows that live now in Disney history, and can only be seen through videos online. So grab some popcorn and a drink, and get ready for this episode on our favorite Disney shows.
Wednesday Dec 27, 2017
Episode 12. A Look Back At 2017
Wednesday Dec 27, 2017
Wednesday Dec 27, 2017
Disney is always growing and changing, and this year has brought some of the biggest announcements the Disney Parks have seen in a decade. This episode, we look into the past year, and discuss all the amazing news, announcements and changes we have seen in the last twelve months. The upcoming addition of Star Wars in Hollywood Studios, to the merger of Fox and Disney. We also talk the announcement of three additional Disney Cruise ships. We dive into the positives and negatives all these changes might have on our Disney family. So before we say goodbye to 2017, sit back, and enjoy everything Disney has given us in this past year. Happy New Year from the Disney Dads!
2017
Tuesday Dec 19, 2017
Episode 11. A Disney Dads Family Christmas
Tuesday Dec 19, 2017
Tuesday Dec 19, 2017
We are counting down the days until that magical time finally arrives, when Santa makes his way down the chimney to make dreams come true. This week, we take some time to visit with the people who make our dreams come true everyday, our kids. The kids join us for a segment to talk about some of their favorite Christmas topics. We talk Disney at Christmas, and get an amazing surprise over the Disney Dads Radio, from some of our Disney family, surprising their kids with a magical announcement. So grab some hot chocolate, and enjoy this years Disney Dads Christmas Show.
Tuesday Dec 12, 2017
Episode 10. Disney Christmas Cinema
Tuesday Dec 12, 2017
Tuesday Dec 12, 2017
On this episode, we sit down to discuss one of our favorite things to do during the holiday season. Watching our favorite Disney Christmas movies. We discuss all the great movies, but we also look at some of the Christmas shows and specials, we have seen over the years. We even talk one special so awful, it is beloved by many. So grab the popcorn, a nice warm blanket, and join us as we take you on a cinematic journey, on this week's episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.
Wednesday Dec 06, 2017
Episode 9. Extinct Attractions
Wednesday Dec 06, 2017
Wednesday Dec 06, 2017
On this weeks episode we travel back in Disney history, to explore some of our favorite extinct experiences. We reminisce on previous trips, where we were able to enjoy some of these classic Disney attractions. We also go into detail how you, our Disney family, can be entered into the Disney Dads giveaway, to win a $100 Disney gift card. Sit back, find a comfy seat in your Disney time machine, and enjoy this weeks episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.
Tuesday Nov 28, 2017
Episode 8. Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
Tuesday Nov 28, 2017
Tuesday Nov 28, 2017
Mickey has an incredible party during the Christmas season and we explore it our way. Mike, Justin and Jason take you into Mickeys Very Merry Christmas Party. So come sip on some hot chocolate and get ready to feel some Christmas.
Tuesday Nov 21, 2017
Episode 7. Disney Value Resorts Our Way
Tuesday Nov 21, 2017
Tuesday Nov 21, 2017
On this week’s episode, Jamie Viggiano, from Away With Me Travel, joins us to discuss the Disney Value Resorts. She takes us on a tour of the Resorts, and gives us some inside tips and tricks to staying on property at these amazing properties. We pick our favorite photos of the week, and learn what each of us are thankful for this year. Have a fantastic Thanksgiving and enjoy this week’s episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.
Wednesday Nov 15, 2017
Episode 6. Hidden Gems of Magic Kingsom
Wednesday Nov 15, 2017
Wednesday Nov 15, 2017
In this episode Justin, Mike and Jason take a tour of Magic Kingdom and give their top 5 hidden gems. The catch, there is no definition of Hidden Gem. We hope you enjoy this episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.
Wednesday Nov 08, 2017
Episode 5. Toy Story Land Our Way
Wednesday Nov 08, 2017
Wednesday Nov 08, 2017
On this episode we get together to come up with the ultimate ride for the new Toy Story Land. Mike, Justin and Jason sit down with their families to imaginer what they would like to see come to this amazing new expansion. We are calling out all of our Disney Family to do the same, and send them in to us so we can discuss yours.
Wednesday Nov 01, 2017
Episode 4. Disney Dads Bracket Competition
Wednesday Nov 01, 2017
Wednesday Nov 01, 2017
Justin takes the wheel and oversees the first Disney Dads Podcast bracket competition between Jason and Mike. There can only be one winner, and you decide the outcome. So fill out those brackets, cheer on your favorites, and join us for this week's episode of the Disney Dads Podcast.
Wednesday Oct 25, 2017
Episode 3. Disney Dads In Depth: The Haunted Mansion
Wednesday Oct 25, 2017
Wednesday Oct 25, 2017
There are few places on earth as iconic as The Haunted Mansion. With Hitchhiking Ghost, and a graveyard party like never before seen, I think it warrants a true discussion. Come join Mike, Justin and Jason as we have a chat about this iconic Disney attraction.
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Wednesday Oct 18, 2017
Episode 2. Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party
Wednesday Oct 18, 2017
Wednesday Oct 18, 2017
On this episode of the Disney Dad’s Podcast, we find ourselves under a spell, as we enter the Magic Kingdom to explore Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party. We talk about how we keep it Disney at home during the Halloween season. We look into how Mickey’s Not So Scary began and evolved, before we dive into this years party. The three of us talk costumes, trick-or-treating, Hallowishes, and the Hocus Pocus Villain Spectacular. Of course, an episode about Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party would not be complete without diving into the “Boo To You” parade. Enjoy the episode, have fun, and remember it’s not so scary after all.
Monday Oct 09, 2017
Episode 1. Getting to know the Disney Dads
Monday Oct 09, 2017
Monday Oct 09, 2017
On this episode we take a look at our past trips to Walt Disney World, including a brief glimpse into Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival. We take a second to talk about surprising kids with a Disney vacation, and leaving the kids at home to conquer Disney as adults who never grew up. While we look into details from this trip such as Disney busses, Lilo’s Playhouse, and renting Cabanas, we also look into upcoming trips during the month of October. We hope you enjoy the first episode of the Disney Dad’s Podcast.