Master the Mouse

Episodes

1. 42

   Episode 42 - A new guest, more D23 news, and a Tip of the Episode

   Thanks for tuning in to another episode of Master the Mouse! In this episode we have a new guest that is joining the podcast. Jenny is a long time listener of the show, and brings a new dynamic to this episode of Master the Mouse. We talk D23 news and impacts, debate the question of the episode,...

   Sep 17, 2019

   36m
2. 41

   Episode 41 - Best and Worst of Grand Floridian - PLUS Disney News and Updates

   Thanks for tuning in to another episode of Master the Mouse! In this episode we finish our reviews of the Monorail resorts, concluding with the Grand Floridian. Find out what we like and don't like about this Deluxe Resort and Spa. We tackle the question of the episode, and talk about our own...

   Sep 5, 2019

   37m
3. 40

   Episode 40 - Weekend Trip Review & Newly Discovered Ways to Save

   Thanks for tuning in to another episode of Master the Mouse! We are excited to share this episode with you as we talk through our recent Disney Trip. We share our itinerary and talk through all the ways we saved time and money. PLUS we talk through some new ways to save money on your next Disney...

   Aug 13, 2019

   47m
4. 39

   Episode 39 - Contemporary Overview, Security Lines, & Secret Pro Tip

   Thanks for tuning in to another episode of Master the Mouse. GRIFFIN IS BACK THIS EPISODE! We talk about all things Contemporary. If you have ever thought about, or want to stay and experience Disney's Contemporary Resort, this is the episode for you! As always, we tackle a question of the…

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   Jul 22, 2019

   47m
5. 38

   Episode 38 - Polynesian Overview

   Welcome to Episode 38 of Master the Mouse! Thanks so much for tuning in. In this episode we talk about all things Polynesian Village Resort. In fact, if you have ever wanted or have considered staying at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, this is a must listen to episode! We also discuss the...

   Jul 13, 2019

   47m
6. 37

   Episode 37: Cruise Comparison - Disney vs Royal Caribbean - Is it really worth it?

   Welcome to another episode of Master the Mouse. As always, thanks for listening! In this episode Abby joins the podcast! We talk through the latest Disney news, including Country Bear Jamboree, as well as new dining options coming to Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. We spend the rest of the...

   Jun 25, 2019

   45m
7. 36

   Episode 36: Disney News & Top 10 Animal Kingdom Moments

   Thanks for tuning in to another Episode of Master the Mouse. Adam joins us again for Episode 36. We start by talking through the newly opened Galaxy's Edge in Disneyland and the newly rumored Brazil pavilion. From there, we dive into the main topic - the top 10 moments in Animal Kingdom. As…

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   Jun 6, 2019

   41m
8. 35

   Episode 35 - Top 10 Moments in Hollywood Studios

   Thanks for tuning in to another episode of Master the Mouse! Adam joins the MtM in this episode and we dive into the top 10 moments in Hollywood Studios. We reminisce about all the rides that would have made this list had they not be relegated to merely Disney nostalgia. Also - we tackle a lively...

   May 22, 2019

   37m
9. 34

   Episode 34: Disney News, Upcoming Trips, and Tips to Save on Lodging

   Thanks for tuning in to another episode of Master the Mouse! In this episode, Aaron tackles recent Disney news and what it may mean for your next Disney Trip. He also explains a "last minute" trip he has planned for his family. He wraps the episode by talking through how he booked his lodging…

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   May 8, 2019

   31m
10. 33

    Episode 33 - Top 10 Moments in EPCOT

    Thanks for tuning to another episode of Master the Mouse. A special guest, Adam, joins us to tackle the top 10 moments in Epcot. Plus - we bring back the fan favorite - Question of the Episode! As always, follow us on our social media accounts by searching for Master the Mouse and if you like…

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    Apr 27, 2019

    32m
11. 32

    Episode 32: Major Show Announcement

    Thanks for tuning in to another Episode of Master the Mouse! This is a super short show with a MAJOR show announcement. We are making some changes to the show and hope you are geared up for more great content from Master the Mouse!

    Apr 23, 2019

    8m
12. 31

    Episode 31: Top Moments in Magic Kingdom

    Thanks for tuning in to another episode of Master the Mouse! Episode 31 is all about the Magic Kingdom, as we count down the top magical moments you can experience while visiting. We roll through our top 10 list, as well as including a few of the moments that didn't make the list! As always…

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    Apr 11, 2019

    27m
13. 30

    Episode 30: Our TOP 30 Attractions

    Thanks for tuning in to another episode of Master the Mouse! We are celebrating our 30th episode by ranking our top 30 attractions at Walt Disney World. I'm sure we will stir up some debate...but don't you love a good Disney Debate! We don't lose sight of the question of the episode, where…

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    Mar 27, 2019

    52m
14. 29

    Episode 29: Morning Touring Strategies - How to save HOURS in the park!

    Thanks for tuning in to another episode of Master the Mouse! In this episode we dive into the best ways to spend a morning touring the theme parks at Walt Disney World. We talk about our favorite tips and what NOT to do. Griffin also gives us the question of the episode - and we disagree…

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    Mar 19, 2019

    45m
15. 28

    Episode 28: Over Rated or Under Rated....The Show

    Thanks for tuning in to another episode of Master the Mouse. This is our favorite episode to record. We surprise each other with random questions and discuss wether that item is over rated or under rated. In this episode we talk about the Astro Orbiter, Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse, Space...

    Mar 6, 2019

    41m
16. 27

    Episode 27: Tower of Topics, Kamikaze Strollers & EPCOT News,

    Thanks for tuning in to another episode of Master the Mouse! We hit our Tower of Topics episode, and this week we spend most of our time talking through the latest Disney News. We also discuss how we get our own Disney news and the best sites to hit for Disney related information. We hope you…

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    Feb 27, 2019

    36m
17. 26

    Episode 26: Character books & signatures AND Saving $ by splitting meals

    Thanks for tuning in to another episode of Master the Mouse! In episode 26 we discuss whether or not character signatures, and in particular, the signature books are over rated or under rated. We have strong opinions! Afterwards, we tackle the main topic of saving money by splitting meals while…

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    Feb 20, 2019

    38m
18. 25

    Episode 25: Magical Express - Time saver or nah? Also....KEVIN

    Thanks for tuning in to Master the Mouse. We are so glad you have joined us for this episode. This week we tackle Magical Express from the perspective on saving you time during your Disney vacation. We also discuss Kevin (the UP character) visiting Animal Kingdom. And we spend time talking…

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    Feb 13, 2019

    33m
19. 24

    Episode 24: Question of the Episode - EPISODE...San Angel Inn is UNDER-RATED don't @ us

    We are a little late...well...alot late in getting this episode published and we apologize! Griffin is in the middle of moving to a new city and Aaron just started a new job - so things are a little crazy. But thanks for sticking with us! In this episode we fire back and forth with questions…

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    Feb 9, 2019

    32m
20. 23

    Episode 23: Tower of Topics - Spitting Camels, Priceline, Bo Peep, & Skyliners

    Thanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Master the Mouse. We are bringing back the tower of topics and talk through a smorgasbord of Disney related topics. We hope you have as much fun listening as we did recording this weeks episode! As always - don't forget to rate and review us, as well...

    Jan 30, 2019

    26m
21. 22

    Episode 22: Cheap Disney Tickets, Taking a 2 yr old to Disney, & a giveaway?

    Back at it again! This episode we dive into ways to get Disney tickets for cheap. In fact, in just 30 min, we explain how to save over $200 on Disney tickets. If that isn't worth listening to....I don't know what is! We also discuss taking a 2 yr old to Disney and we wrap the episode up by...

    Jan 24, 2019

    37m
22. 21

    Episode 21: Grocery Store Shenanigans, Character Fastpasses, Dining related Touring Strategies

    Episode 21 doesn't disappoint! We talk through what NOT to buy at the grocery store and we answer the question of the episode. We tackle the main topic of dining related touring strategies. We discuss breakfast, lunch and dinner strategies as well as our favorite way to use snack credits when on...

    Jan 16, 2019

    39m
23. 20

    Episode 20 - Over Rated, Under Rated, or Properly Rated.....A show

    Welcome to our first episode of 2019! We are thrilled to continue giving you guys Disney banter for the foreseeable future. With a new year, comes new changes to our podcast! With a more predictable calendar and schedule we will be able to better bring you all things Disney from week to week! We...

    Jan 8, 2019

    39m
24. 19

    Episode 19: Trip Report, Disney Cruise vs Disney World, & Banshees ?!?!?!

    Griffin joins by phone as we discuss the final leg of his Land and Sea Vacation at Walt Disney World and the Disney Cruise Line. We talk through the pros and cons of Griffin's recent voyage (mostly pros), talk about tips when on-board, and debate over the worst souvenir purchase of all time!…

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    Dec 18, 2018

    49m
25. 18

    Episode 18: Cast Member Magic, Barefoot in Magic Kingdom, & Heavy Lyfting

    Griffin is BACK! We talk about his recent trip to Disney and he walks us through what worked and what didn't! Plus - we debate whether "It's Tough to be a Bug" is over rated, under rated or properly rated.

    Dec 11, 2018

    48m
26. 17

    Episode 17: A Mom's Perspective; Is Le Cellier Over-Rated?; And the one ride you can't do without!

    Griffin is on a much deserved vacation with his family, so in his absence, we conduct a "Mom interview" and get the perspective of the real boss of the family. We talk about what is great about Disney with kids and what are the not so great things - as well as sharing some pretty great tips! We...

    Dec 4, 2018

    27m
27. 16

    Episode 16: Non-Park Days at Disney; Grand Flo Over-Rated? & Did Ralph Wreck it?

    In this episode we break down what to do at Disney World when you aren't visiting one of the Theme Parks. We go area by area and walk through what maybe be of interest to you and your family. Griffin also asks if the Grand Floridian is over rated, under rated, or properly rated - and our answers...

    Nov 27, 2018

    43m
28. 15

    Episode 15: TOWER OF TOPICS

    In this episode, we discuss if the Asia section of Animal Kingdom is over rated, under rated, or properly rated. We also address some of the latest news that was released by Disney at the Destination D event and how it may impact park touring habits. And lastly we talk through Griffin's upcoming...

    Nov 20, 2018

    46m
29. 14

    Episode 14: CAST MEMBER INTERVIEW

    We convinced Bekah (a WDW Cast Member) to join the show and talk to us about what she knows and loves about Disney, as well as share some of tips about how to make the most of your Disney Vacation! We also debate on whether or not Soarin' is a over rated or under rated and Bekah jumps in on that...

    Nov 13, 2018

    35m
30. 13

    Episode 13: Alien Swirling Saucers, How to tour Animal Kingdom & Where to eat

    Even though Aaron says this is episode 12 - this indeed is episode 13! Thanks for tuning in! In this episode we discussed if the new Alien Swirling Saucers ride in Toy Story Land is over-rated, under-rated, or properly rated. Touring Animal Kingdom is the main topics and we discuss rope drop, how...

    Nov 6, 2018

    45m
31. 12

    Episode 12: Buzz Debate, Arrival Expectations, & Rest Days

    In this episode we talk through why Griffin thinks Buzz's space ranger spin is over-rated. We also tackle what to expect on check-in day and ways to pass the time. And lastly, we change lives by discussing why rest days are a Disney MUST DO!

    Oct 30, 2018

    39m
32. 11

    Episode 11 - Split-stays, Trip Report, & Rider Swaps

    Griffin grills Aaron on his latest trip to Disney World, plus we dive into the pros and cons of split stays, we talk through fastpasses and the advantages of using rider swaps.

    Oct 22, 2018

    47m
33. 10

    Episode 10: Park Hopping, SpaceShip Earth CLOSING, & We talk Disney Gift Cards!!

    In our historic 10th episode - we discuss if we think Park Hopping is over-rated. We also discuss the recent news regarding SpaceShip Earth closing. In our main topic, we tackle Disney Gift Cards, how to buy them, and why you should be using them to pay for your Disney Vacation to save some…

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    Oct 16, 2018

    38m
34. 9

    Episode 9: Listener Questions

    The Co-host is back, we rate a night-time entertainment option, and most importantly we answer your questions!

    Oct 10, 2018

    34m
35. 8

    Episode 8: Magic Kingdom Wrap up & Where to watch Fireworks!

    In this episode, Aaron flies solo as Griffin is out of town. We wrap up our discussion on touring Magic Kingdom in one day and how to cram as much as you can into one visit.

    Oct 2, 2018

    23m
36. 7

    Episode 7: Magic Kingdom Touring Strategy and Tips

    In this Episode we dive head first into touring Magic Kingdom and doing as much as you can in 1 day. We also talk through if Memory Maker is over or under rated and what is the best bathroom in all of Magic Kingdom!

    Sep 25, 2018

    42m
37. 6

    Episode 6: Is Spaceship Earth under-rated, our pro-tips on Fastpasses!

    This episode is all about how to wait less in lines at Walt Disney World. We go in depth about Pro Fastpass strategies and walk through what we do to minimize our wait times when we visit Walt Disney World.

    Sep 18, 2018

    40m
38. 5

    Episode 5: To Fastpass or Not to Fastpass

    In this episode, we talk through Fastpasses, what things you should consider when booking your Fastpasses and what to NOT use your Fastpass on. Plus - we are giving away several items, give a listen to find out how you can win!

    Sep 11, 2018

    38m
39. 4

    Episode 4: Disney Dining Overview and Tips

    We tackle Disney Dining tips, why types of restaurants there are to eat at, and our favorite places to eat! Also - is Fantasmic over-rated?

    Sep 3, 2018

    45m
40. 3

    Episode 3: Bookings, Gift Cards, Fanny Packs and More

    Join us as we discuss the various ways to book Disney World vacations and how we suggest saving money when doing so. Also - we discuss fanny packs and dinosaurs!

    Aug 28, 2018

    44m
41. 2

    Episode 2: So you're thinking about going to Disney World?

    In this Episode, we tackle the top questions we receive when someone starts planning a Disney World Vacation.

    Aug 21, 2018

    46m
42. 1

    Episode 1: Welcome & our Favorite Tips!

    The very first episode of Master of the Mouse! Learn more about our podcast, about us, and about our favorite Disney Tips for saving time and money!

    Aug 15, 2018

    34m