We know how passionate people around the globe are about Disney, whether parks, movies or merchandise! Join Mercedes, Tash and Laura each week as they catch up on the latest news, and chat all things Disney. This is a UK/British based podcast, for Disney fans worldwide.
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Welcome to the Theme Park Trader podcast. Your weekly dose of theme park news from around the world!
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Episode 341 - Booking Disney: Tips from an Expert
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Join Laura for a special episode with guest Kayla Read, who shares all of her fun anecdotes and tips as a Disney booking expert. We end the episode with the true chatDisney initiation test, This or That and put Kayla through her paces. Music Credits: GinoDada; Geoff Harvey
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Episode 340 - The Future of Disney Parks: Asia
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Join Mercedes and Tash as they discuss what to expect from the Asian parks going forward. We also answer some listener questions on the Disneyland Hotel in Paris in a segment of Hello Hello Hello. Music Credits: GinoDada; Geoff Harvey
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Poor Reviews of Disney's Hollywod Studios in 2025
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Join us for episode 458 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week, we're reading out poor reviews of one of Disney's messiest (in terms of theming) theme parks, Disney's Hollywood Studios. A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message on TikTok or Instagram!By Theme Park Trader
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Episode 339 - The Future of Disney Parks: USA and Beyond
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This week, Mercedes and Tash discuss the major updates coming to Disneyland and Walt Disney World. They also dive in some wider Disney updates relating to Disney Cruise and the Aulani resort in Hawaii. At the end of the episode, Mercedes has some exciting news to share inWhat's Going On? Music credits: GINODADA, Geoff Harvey…
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Episode 338 - The Future of Disney Parks: Europe
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This week, join Tash and Laura as they take a look at all the exciting updates happening in the world of Disney parks in Europe. From Disneyland Paris to the Disney Store, they discuss it all.
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Blackgang Chine: Exploring the UK’s Oldest Theme Park
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Join us for episode 457 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week on Theme Park Trader, we’re stepping back in time to explore the UK’s oldest theme park — Blackgang Chine on the Isle of Wight. Opened all the way back in 1843, it’s a park steeped in history, charm, and more than a few quirks. From its famous cliffside views to the mix of nostalgi…
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Join Tash and Laura as they round off our Disney Through the Seasons series with a look at visiting Disney Parks in the Spring period. We end the episode with a special edition of 'This or That'. Music credits: GINODADA; Geoff Harvey
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Behind the Magic: Grace’s Summer on the Disney Cultural Exchange
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Join us for episode 456 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! In this episode of Theme Park Trader, we’re joined by Grace to chat all about her experience on Disney’s Cultural Exchange Program — from living and working in Orlando to discovering the parks in a whole new way. You can find Grace on Instagram and YouTube. A reminder, if you have any questi…
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Episode 336 - Disney Parks in Winter
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Join Tash and Laura as they discuss visiting Disney parks during Winter. We dive deep into what to expect from the cold weather to the festive season. Music credits: GINODADA; Geoff Harvey
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Episode 335 - Disney Parks in Fall/Autumn
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Join Mercedes and Laura as they talk about their favourite time of year to visit Disney, or to go away at all for that matter! They end the episode with a live reaction to the latest trailer of Zootopia 2 Music credits: GINODADA; Geoff Harvey.
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Old Key West at Walt Disney World: History, Insider Tips, and How It Compares
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Join us for episode 455 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Step into pastel paradise! We’re diving into the full story of Disney’s Old Key West Resort — from its debut in 1991 as the very first Disney Vacation Club property to the laid-back coastal retreat you can enjoy today. Discover how it came to be, what’s changed over the decades, insider tips…
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Join Mercedes and Tash as they discuss the ins and outs of what to expect when visiting a Disney park during the Summer. Laura concludes the episode with a full review of The Fantastic Four. Music credits: GINODADA; Geoff Harvey.
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Epic Changes Ahead: The Future of Universal Orlando + Trip Announcement!
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This week, we’re diving into some of the latest rumours surrounding the future of Universal Orlando Resort — from potential park changes to upcoming experiences. Ryan also shares details of an absolutely wild trip he has coming up in just a few weeks! Plus, we break down every confirmed house and scare zone for Halloween Horror Nights 34.…
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Episode 333 - chatDisney Food and Wine Festival 2025
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It's time for the annual chatDisney Food and Wine Festival! Join us in this special, one of a kind episode where Tash and Laura surprise each other with a Disney inspired takeaway. We also discuss our thoughts on the worlds first Walt Disney animatronic in a segment on Mad Chatter. Music credits: GINODADA; Geoff Harvey.…
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Port Orleans Riverside Deep Dive: History, Highlights & Hidden Details
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Join us for episode 453 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Step into the charm of the Deep South as we take a deep dive into Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside. In this episode, we explore the resort’s rich backstory, unique theming, and hidden details that make it a fan favourite. From its peaceful Sassagoula River setting to the iconic Royal Guest Ro…
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Behind the Screams: Exclusive Universal Interview on Halloween Horror Nights 34
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Join us for episode 452 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Join us for an exclusive chat with Universal Orlando as we dive into the secrets, scares, and surprises of Halloween Horror Nights 34. A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message on TikTok or Instagram!By Theme Park Trader
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Mercedes and Laura talk all things Disney on a budget. They may not be the best place hosts for this particular topic, but they do their best to channel their inner Tash and share their tips and tricks anyway on how to do that Disney trip in the most affordable way possible. They end with a live trailer reaction to the newly announced Hoppers from …
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Episode 331 - Pixar Voice Actors: The Faces Behind Our Faves
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Tash and Laura talk all about the voices that make the Pixar films we know and love so well, from the first releases to some of the newer movies. The episode ends with a fun segment of 'This or That', where Laura puts Tash's loyalties to the test in a Disney VS Pixar game to finish the mini series. Music credits: GINODADA; Geoff Harvey.…
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Disney World with Young Kids: Insights from Mercedes at chatDisney
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Join us for episode 451 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week, we're thrilled to have Mercedes from chatDisney back on the show talking about her recent trip to Walt Disney World with her husband and young son. We go off on multiple tangents, but had a great conversation, so hope you enjoy! A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send u…
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Episode 330 - Disney Voice Actors: The Faces Behind the Magic
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Join Tash as she discusses some of the most iconic Disney vocal performances. From Disney Princesses to Villains and Sidekicks, she shares some of her favourite performances. Music credits: GINODADA; Geoff Harvey.
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Keep, Update, Remove at Walt Disney World
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Join us for episode 450 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week, we're playing a game of Keep, Update, and Remove at Walt Disney World. Both of us have to choose one attraction for each of the criteria for Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom. A reminder, if you have any questions for us, just send us a …
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Join Tash and Laura as they discuss some of Disney's most loved animal stars. From animation and live action to the animals found in Disney parks they discuss it all. Music credits: GINODADA; Geoff Harvey.
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Episode 328 - The Weirdest Disney Merchandise
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From fashion and homeware to pet care and self care , Tash and Laura discuss some of the weirdest Disney merchandise they have ever seen. Music credits: GINODADA; Geoff Harvey.
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Episode 327 - Mercedes' Trip to Walt Disney World: Part 4
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Join Mercedes as she tells all about the final days of her Walt Disney World trip. Music credits: GINODADA; Geoff Harvey.
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Poor Reviews of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit
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Join us for episode 449 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we're looking to Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit for poor reviews as it's closing soon and we wanted to see what people thought of the attraction. Also we spend way too much time talking about Gary Barlow for some reason...By Theme Park Trader
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Episode 326 - Mercedes' Trip to Walt Disney World: Part 3
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This week Mercedes tells Tash all about days 8 and 9 of her recent trip to Walt Disney World. We discuss how to navigate travel with a toddler with no car seat and a how Grumpy celebrated his 35th birthday. The episode concludes with a segment of No Strings on Me. Music credits: GINODADA;Geoff Harvey…
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Join us for episode 448 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we're chatting through a few news related bits including: HHN Announcements Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit closing Disneyland Expansion MuppetVision, Tom Sawyer Island & Liberty Square Riverboat Goodbyes We end the episode in the only way we could... reading out poor reviews of Liberty …
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Episode 325 - Mercedes' Trip to Walt Disney World: Part 2
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In this episode, Mercedes covers the next part of her recent trip to Walt Disney World, covering what to do when illness takes over. We then end with Laura giving a live trailer reaction of Zootopia 2 . Music credits: GINODADA;Geoff Harvey.
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We Answer Your Questions on Taking Kids to Walt Disney World
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Join us for episode 447 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we're taking a little pause on our trip reporting from Walt Disney World to answer your questions that you've sent to us on taking kids to Walt Disney World. A reminder if you have any questions for us just send us a message on TikTok or Instagram!…
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Episode 324 - Mercedes' Trip to Walt Disney World: Part 1
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Mercedes is back! Tune in to this weeks episode to hear all about the first few days of her recent trip to Walt Disney World. We discuss everything from dining and attractions to what it's really like travelling with a toddler to the worlds largest Disney resort. We also bring you a full review of Disney's newest live action movie, Lilo and Stitch.…
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Walt Disney World 2025: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly (Part 3) + EPIC Universe Opens
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Join us for episode 446 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! We're on the final part of our good, the bad, and the ugly from our trip to the Walt Disney World Resort in April/May 2025! We also talk through the opening of EPIC Universe and what seemed to go really well (and not so well).By Theme Park Trader
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This week, Tash and Laura delve deep into their favourite snacks around the Disney parks - make sure you're not listening to this one on an empty stomach! With this being the last in our 'top 10' series, we go out with a 'pop'! The episode ends with a quick check in from Mercedes, live from her final day at Walt Disney World ahead of her return nex…
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The Good, The Bad and the Ugly - Walt Disney World in 2025 (Part 2)
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Join us for episode 445 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! We're continuing our good, the bad, and the ugly from our trip to the Walt Disney World Resort in April/May 2025!By Theme Park Trader
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Episode 322 - The Top 10 Disney Attractions
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We're back with the next in our latest 'Top 10' series, with Tash and Laura talking all about their favourite Disney Attractions. We've focused on rides still available currently with, of course, a few honourable mentions in the true chatDisney style! The episode ends with a sincere apology in I'm Bad and That's Good, where Laura corrects a couple …
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The Good, The Bad and the Ugly - Walt Disney World in 2025
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Join us for episode 444 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we're back from our Orlando trip and we've got plenty to say as we get into the good, the bad, and the ugly from our trip to the Walt Disney World Resort in April/May 2025!By Theme Park Trader
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