Monorail Tales: A Disney Fan Podcast

Join us as Al (YES Al!! Not ai), Luis, and Ric discuss their favorite couples and love stories from Marvel. Al goes for a love story out of left field, Ric discovers he is a depressing date, and Luis lands in the middle with some that make a lot more sense! Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic alive long after the show ends, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away. And if you are envisioning your own Disney Vacation Club experience, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for walking this path with us. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, warm memories, and just a touch of pixie dust.

Join Sheila and Al for a fun and lively discussion on Al's two-night stay in Orlando that was filled with fun and surprises. Al's first priority upon getting to the parks was to obtain a Figment popcorn bucket and to take one last ride on the Dinosaur attraction before it closes forever. Then Al takes us outside of the parks and shares his visit to the antique store "Recycling The Magic" and tells the story of his best buy of the day, which was a pair of "Year of a Million Dreams Mickey Ears," taking him back to his days as a cast member working on the Dream Squad. He also talks about some new attractions coming to the Orlando area, which include a Mattel waterpark, a White Castle restaurant, and an animal experience attraction featuring a sloth emporium. To close out the show, Al gives us a very exciting update on the Waffles Foundation.   Connect with Al & The Waffles Foundation The Waffles Foundation • Website: https://www.wafflesfoundation.org/ • Email: wafflesfoundation@gmail.com Al's YouTube Channel – Kindred Souls of America • https://www.youtube.com/@KindredSoulsOfAmerica Be sure to check out the amazing work Al is doing through the Waffles Foundation and follow his adventures and stories on his YouTube channel. Your support and encouragement mean more than you know! Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic alive long after the show ends, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away. And if you are envisioning your own Disney Vacation Club experience, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for walking this path with us. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, warm memories, and just a touch of pixie dust.

Join Ric and Patrick as they unpack the big Disney announcement: Josh D'Amaro named CEO and Dana Walden appointed President & Chief Creative Officer. We share our thoughts on why this pairing feels like the best of both worlds—steady business leadership alongside true creative vision—and how it echoes the classic Disney partnerships of Walt and Roy and later Eisner and Wells. Is this the balance Disney has been searching for? We talk about what these roles mean for the parks, the studios, and the future of storytelling, while also reflecting on the lessons of the recent past and the hopes we have for the road ahead. It's a conversation about where Disney has been, where it is now, and whether a "great big beautiful tomorrow" might be just around the corner. Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic alive long after the show ends, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away. And if you are envisioning your own Disney Vacation Club experience, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for walking this path with us. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, warm memories, and just a touch of pixie dust.

Join Steve and Sheila for this heartwarming and inspirational episode as they welcome back to the show author and actor Christopher Lucas. Christopher shares with us his love for Disney, as well as how he got into acting and also his time on writing his book "Top Disney." Christopher also talks about his dad, whom he co-authored a book with, titled "Seeing Home: The Ed Lucas Story," which is an incredible true tale of a beloved Emmy-winning blind broadcaster who refused to let his disability prevent him from overcoming many challenging obstacles and achieving his dreams. Below are the links that were mentioned in the show if you would like to contact Christopher. Website: https://christopherpatrmq90k.wixsite.com/mysite  Email: Christopherpatricklucas@gmail.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/people/Foundation-for-Inspiration/61583841562461/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583531552515 Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic alive long after the show ends, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away. And if you are envisioning your own Disney Vacation Club experience, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for walking this path with us. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, warm memories, and just a touch of pixie dust.    

JOIN US AS SHEILA, STEVE, AND RIC unpack the wild, wonderful, and slightly unhinged February 2026 lineup in Disney+: Take 4—a month that somehow blends aliens, Imagineers, Muppets, armored dinosaurs, spies, sorority moms, preschool superheroes, true crime, and full-blown Hannah Montana nostalgia into one streaming schedule. From the return of The Muppet Show and the behind-the-scenes magic of We Call It Imagineering, to globe-spanning docuseries, animated chaos, and headline-making originals like Armorsaurs and Miraculous World: Tokyo Stellar Force, we sort through what's essential, what's intriguing, and what's pure "I can't believe Disney greenlit this." With a playful, Valentine's-week twist, the episode delivers laughs, honest reactions, and sharp takes on a month that feels less like a content drop and more like a streaming avalanche. It's fun, fast-moving, and full of heart—but we're definitely missing Bill and Patrick, who skipped this episode and left us holding the conversation like a one-sided love letter. Consider this your February watchlist with charm, chaos, and just enough romance to match the season. 💘📺 Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic alive long after the show ends, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away. And if you're envisioning your own Disney Vacation Club love story, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for being our Valentine this week. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, warm memories, streaming marathons, and just a little extra pixie dust in your heart. 💕✨

Strap in, Marvel fans—because 2026 is shaping up to be an absolute superhero buffet. In this episode of The Marvelous Side of Disney, Ric and Luis take a fast-paced, fun look ahead at what the MCU has cooking for the year, from Disney+ series to massive theatrical releases. We talk binge-worthy shows like Wonder Man, gritty one-shots like The Punisher special, the return of street-level heroes with Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, and the animated hype train that is X-Men '97 Season 2. Throw in Vision Quest, more Spider-Man, and animated Spidey goodness, and suddenly your 2026 calendar is completely booked. But let's be honest—everything is building toward one cosmic-level collision: Avengers: Doomsday. With legacy heroes, new teams, multiverse chaos, and Doctor Doom entering the chat, expectations are sky-high and hype levels are off the charts. We break down what we know, what we're guessing wildly about, and what we're just emotionally preparing ourselves for. It's a future-focused episode full of speculation, excitement, nostalgia, and just enough nerd chaos to keep things interesting. Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic alive long after the show ends, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away. And if you are envisioning your own Disney Vacation Club experience, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for walking this path with us. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, warm memories, and just a touch of pixie dust. ✨

In this episode, Patrick, Ric, Sheila, and Steve gather around the table to look ahead at what Disney might, should, and hopefully will bring us in 2026. From park changes and pipe dreams to wish-list ideas that may or may not be wildly optimistic, this episode is packed with our predictions and plenty of laughs. We're also joined by the voices of Al and Luis, who submitted their own predictions and ideas, adding even more perspective to an already lively conversation. And because no episode would be complete without a little extra flair, we also hear about the legendary "Summer Festival of Ric" at EPCOT—a festival concept no one asked for, but everyone somehow needed. Whether you love speculating about Disney's future or just enjoy great round-table Disney conversations, this episode is your crystal ball into 2026. Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we'd love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your predictions, wishes, or even your own ideas for what Disney might bring in 2026. To keep the festival atmosphere going long after this episode ends, you can stroll on over to www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community—where the conversation flows like an EPCOT festival booth line on opening day. For even more Disney discussions and behind-the-scenes fun, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. And if you've got a show idea or would like to join us as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your voice could be the next stop on our festival route. And if you're dreaming about planning your own Disney adventure—whether it's in 2026 or sooner—be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for great deals on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales, thank you for wandering the festival with us. May your days be filled with big ideas, bold predictions, and just a little extra pixie dust—because EPCOT can always use one more festival.

Join us as Ric and Patrick are joined by special guests, Dave and Jackson, to discuss all the news that has come out of Disney! The guys talk about the upcoming EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, especially the food, and Jackson shares his thoughts about the items that have been designated as Kids' Picks. From Muppets to Mountains, the guys discuss the upcoming attraction openings (and reopenings), cool KIDS' SUMMER, and all the deals and promotions at Walt Disney World in the upcoming months! If you would like to talk to Ric about booking a Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, or Disney Cruise, you can find him on Facebook or at www.adventuretravelmagic.com! Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic alive long after the show ends, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away. And if you are envisioning your own Disney Vacation Club experience, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for walking this path with us. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, warm memories, and just a touch of pixie dust.

Join Sheila and Al for a one-of-a-kind discussion of the life and times of Adam Williams — "Adam the Woo," who passed away in his adopted home of Celebration, Florida, on December 22, 2025. For more than 14 years, millions of viewers around the world watched Adam the Woo on YouTube. He was a familiar voice to so many. His video content included exploring theme parks, roadside attractions, and pop culture landmarks across the world—and so much more. His sudden and unexpected passing has left many shocked and heartbroken over the loss of a family member, friend, and icon. Below is the link to the Adam Williams — "Adam the Woo" obituary, where you can share a memory on the tribute wall or make a donation if you wish. https://www.osceolamemgds.com/obituaries/Adam-Williams-Adam-The-Woo?obId=46822833 Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic alive long after the show ends, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away. And if you are envisioning your own Disney Vacation Club experience, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for walking this path with us. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, warm memories, and just a touch of pixie dust.  

As the final notes of 2025 fade into memory and a new year waits just beyond the turnstile, join Bill, Sheila, and Steve as they welcome January 2026 by sharing everything coming to Disney+ in the month ahead. ✨ And be sure to listen all the way to the end, where Sheila offers a heartfelt message—a moment to look back on the year that was, the memories we made together, and what 2025 truly meant for the Monorail Tales Podcast. It's a pause, a smile, and a hopeful glance forward.🥂🎆 Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams—past, present, or still waiting just around the bend. To keep the magic alive long after the show ends, visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops and the memories keep rolling. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join us as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away. And if the new year has you dreaming of a Disney Vacation Club adventure of your own, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for walking this path with us. Here's to the memories we'll always carry, the friendships we've built, and the adventures still waiting down the track. May your new year be filled with Disney wonder, warm nostalgia, and just a touch of pixie dust. ✨🎠

Join us as Al and Sheila take us back to a time when the Walt Disney World Resort was nothing but farmland and orange groves. They share the story of how Walt's vision to open his next park in Florida became a reality, and Al recounts a fascinating tale of how Philip Smith became the first Cast Member, serving as caretaker for the newly acquired property before construction on Walt Disney World began. To contact Al  https://www.wafflesfoundation.org/ To learn more on the Journal of Florida Studies https://www.journaloffloridastudies.org/ Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic alive long after the show ends, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away. And if you are envisioning your own Disney Vacation Club experience, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for walking this path with us. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, warm memories, and just a touch of pixie dust.

🎅 'Twas the week before Christmas, and all through the feed, 🎙️ Four podcasters gathered with lists you might need. 🚝 Bill, Sheila, Steve, and Ric took their seats, 📺 To talk holiday watches—both classics and treats. ☕ With cocoa in hand and Disney on the brain, ✨ They queued up the magic again and again. 🎄 From The Santa Clause films (yes, all of them too), 🎁 To Kranks stealing Christmas—and finding it new. 🦆 There were ducks who decked halls in a Mickey-short cheer, 👻 And Scrooge with his ghosts in a Carol so dear. 🧚 Godmothered brought wishes, Noelle brought delight, 🛷 While Prep & Landing took flight through the night. 🎶 Old favorites stood tall—It's a Wonderful Life, ❄️ White Christmas with song cutting clean as a knife. 🐭 And Mickey once more, with a storybook glow, 📖 Shared Christmases past in the soft winter snow. 💫 Though Brandi and Patrick couldn't join in the cheer, 📜 Their lists made the journey and still stole the year. 🎧 So settle in close, press play, and take part, ❤️ As holiday magic warms each listener's heart. 🎠 Before you continue on your next Disney adventure—perhaps with twinkling lights overhead ✨ and cookies in the oven 🍪—we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own holiday traditions 🎄, favorite festive films 🎬, or Disney Christmas memories 🏰. 🌟 To keep the magic glowing long after the last ornament is packed away 🎁, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook 📘, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation sparkles all year long ✨. 📸 For even more stories, smiles, and seasonal cheer, follow us on Twitter 🐦 and Instagram 📷. And if you have a show idea—or feel inspired to join us as a guest—reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com 💌. Your moment of holiday magic might be just one message away 🎶. 🏰 And if visions of a Disney Vacation Club stay are dancing in your head 💭, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals 🎟️. 🎄 From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for sharing this season with us. May your holidays be merry 🎅, your watches be cozy 🧣, and your days filled with Disney wonder ✨ and just a little extra pixie dust 🪄.

  Join us as Sheila chats with Gary about his recent trip to Walt Disney World, where he spent 5 days at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort with his family and mother-in-law.  Gary shares many stories, including having to deal with a wonky wheel on the stroller, his daughter building a droid, and how he dressed as Orange Bird for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. To close out the episode, Gary shares a very heart-warming moment when cast members did a great job of finding his son's lost "pillow."  Below are the links that Gary shared on the show  www.mousedining.com www.vacationgrocerydeliveryfl.com www.awaywegoco.com www.kingdomstrollers.com Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic alive long after the show ends, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away. And if you are envisioning your own Disney Vacation Club experience, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for walking this path with us. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, warm memories, and just a touch of pixie dust.    

Join us for a delightfully not-so-frightful episode as Steve and Sheila welcome special guest Thomas Lloyd, who has just returned from a pair of spirited Halloween parties—one at Walt Disney World and the other at Disneyland! Thomas shares his magical mischief from both coasts, including the fan-favorite Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular and his enchanting experience on Disneyland's Happy Haunts Tour, where 999 friendly ghosts were eager to say hello. And of course, no Halloween party is complete without a perfect costume! Thomas tells us why his "Knuckles" outfit from the Sonic the Hedgehog series might just be his best creation yet—earning praise, smiles, and more than a few playful shout-outs from fellow partygoers. It's a whimsical journey filled with pumpkins, pixie dust, and just the tiniest hint of happy hauntings! Before you drift off on your next not-so-scary Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own spirited Disney stories. To keep the magic glowing long after the show ends, you can visit www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops—even when the ghosts do a little friendly tinkling of their chains. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your merry little moment might be just one message away. And if you're dreaming up your own Disney Vacation Club experience, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals—no tricks, only treats! From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for floating along with us. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, cozy memories, and just a touch of whimsical Halloween pixie dust. 🎃✨  

Join us as Steve and Sheila cozy up by the glow of twinkling lights to unwrap everything arriving on Disney+ this December! From sparkling specials like Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular to musical magic with Mickey & Minnie's Holiday Songs, this month is packed like Santa's sleigh with premieres, finales, galactic adventures, festive football, and even Taylor Swift's Eras Tour celebration. Whether you're tuning in for holiday cheer, Percy Jackson quests, CMA Country Christmas performances, or the Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade, there's something for every stocking and every screen. ❄️🎁 Before you fly off on your next Disney adventure this holiday season, we'd love to hear from you. Visit SpeakPipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own magical traditions and Disney dreams. To keep the spirit warm long after the credits roll, explore MonorailTales.com, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and stay part of our Disney-loving family where conversations sparkle like holiday lights. If you'd like to join the show someday—reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com. If you're dreaming of a Disney Vacation Club future, visit our friends at DVC Shop for enchanting resale offers and rentals. From our Monorail Tales family to yours—may your season be merry, bright, and touched with just the right sprinkle of pixie dust. ✨🎄

Join us as Sheila chats with Bill for a spoiler-free look into Zootopia 2, fresh from a family movie night that proves — once again — that in Zootopia, anyone can be anything, and everyone has something to say. Bill is joined by first-time guests Hailey (his daughter), Sam (his brother-in-law), and nine-year-old Charleigh (his niece), each bringing their own thought about the movie. It's a fun conversation as they share their thoughts about this new chapter in the Zootopia world! Before you continue on your next Disney adventure — whether you're racing like a cheetah to the next episode or strolling like a sloth through your podcast queue — we would love to hear from you. Visit speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic going long after this episode fades into night over the city skyline, visit monorailtales.com, follow us on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never sleeps — just like the heart of Zootopia. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com — your magical moment could be just one message away. And if you're imagining your own Disney Vacation Club adventure (no mayoral campaign required), visit DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales — thank you for walking this path with us. May your days be filled with wonder, warm memories, and just a sprinkle of pixie dust… and remember, in Zootopia and beyond — anyone can be anything. 🐾✨    

Join us as Gary talks with his brother, Matt, who has recently returned from Walt Disney World after spending a few days with his wife and their two year old daughter along with other extended family members . This was Matt's first time staying at Port Orleans - French Quarter, but says it won't be his last as he was very impressed with the resort. The family spent the day at Animal Kingdom and had fun meeting many of the Disney characters in the park that day. Matt and his wife also attended Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party where he got to ride the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train for the very first time.  Matt shares a lot of great information in this episode and also tips to make your time in the parks even more fun. Before you continue on your next Disney adventure, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to leave us a message and share your own Disney dreams. To keep the magic alive long after the show ends, you can visit us at www.monorailtales.com, follow along on Facebook, and join our Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops. For even more stories and connections, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. If you have a show idea or would like to join as a guest, reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your magical moment might be just one message away. And if you are envisioning your own Disney Vacation Club experience, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—thank you for walking this path with us. May your days be filled with Disney wonder, warm memories, and just a touch of pixie dust.  

Join us as Ric and Patrick have a Christmas fireside chat with Sheila, diving into all the festive fun happening around Walt Disney World this holiday season — from party dates and foodie must-trys to Disney Springs magic, resort décor, and even what it's really like to attend the filming of the Disney Parks Holiday Special. Cozy vibes, good laughs, and lots of peppermint-flavored opinions await! 🎄✨ Plus, Ric and Patrick share a bit of their favorite holiday flavor—gingerbread treats around the parks. Just a light sprinkle of sweetness! 🍪✨ ✨ Plan Your Next Adventure with the Curated Travel Collection! Whether you're dreaming of Main Street, setting sail across the seas, or exploring epic thrills, Brandi & Ric with the Curated Travel Collection make vacation planning effortless and magical. ✨🧳🌍 🌟 Start planning here: 🏰 Walt Disney World — https://adventuretravelmagic.com/walt-disney-world/ 🚢 Disney Cruise Line — https://adventuretravelmagic.com/disney-cruise-line/ 🎢 Universal Orlando Resort — https://adventuretravelmagic.com/universal-orlando/ ⚓ Royal Caribbean Cruises — https://adventuretravelmagic.com/royal-caribbean/ 💬 Follow & connect with us: 📘 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/ForbeswithCuratedTravelCollection 📸 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/adventuretravelmagic ✨ Let us take care of the details so you can focus on the memories. Ready when you are! Before you continue on your next Disney holiday adventure… ❄️ Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales to send us your cheery Christmas message or share your own magical memories! To keep the holiday spirit glowing long after the episode ends, stop by www.monorailtales.com, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and join our warm and wonderful Disney-loving community where the conversation never stops 🎅✨ And if you're dreaming of gifting yourself a Disney Vacation Club stay this season, be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for the best offers on resale contracts and rentals 🎁✨ From all of us at Monorail Tales — Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and thank you for sharing the magic with us! 🌟🎄🕯️

Join us as Ric chats with Chris Malek of the Dub Dee Dub Revue Podcast as he shares his fresh-off-the-runway stories from his recent trip to Florida from Chicago. The guys talk about why you should always show up on time for your flight, even if the board says "DELAYED"—because as he learned, airlines can "un-delay" faster than Chris can say, "Wait… they're boarding NOW?" Then the conversation rolls into the Uber zone, where Chris reveals three lesser-known Uber features, including that nifty safety option that lets you record your ride—perfect for peace of mind, or for dramatic reenactments later. Chris shares his experience with scheduling ahead and rolling the dice on a "Share a Ride" feature (what kind of monster would do that is what Ric wants to know?), which has a surprising result. And of course—because no great travel story ends without a twist—Chris recounts a weird airport moment on his return trip that would've fit perfectly into the original Planes, Trains & Automobiles if Steve Martin needed one more reason to lose his mind. It's a casual episode, a useful one if you're traveling soon, and possibly the perfect show filler—with absolutely zero questionable pillow situations. We checked. Before you rush off to catch your next flight, train, monorail, Uber, or anything else that may or may not leave on time… we'd love to hear from you. Visit www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales and leave us a message—preferably recorded before your gate mysteriously changes. To keep the journey rolling long after this episode ends, check out www.monorailtales.com, follow us on Facebook, and join our community of Disney-loving travelers, storytellers, and occasional airport survivors. For even more tales from the road, sky, and beyond, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Got a show idea? Want to be a guest? Email Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—she promises not to leave you stranded at baggage claim. And if your next adventure includes dreaming of your own Disney Vacation Club escape, swing by our friends at DVC Shop for the best deals on resale contracts and rentals. They're far more reliable than the departure boards. From all of us at Monorail Tales— thanks for taking the trip with us… even if it wasn't nonstop.  

What if your partner's Disney Side wasn't quite what you thought? On this episode of Monorail Tales, Sheila and Steve put two brave couples to the test in a magical challenge! Facing off are Jordan and Jill Bivins from North Carolina and Bill Mitchell—our very own co-host—and his wife Kelly (in her first podcast appearance!) from New Jersey. As the questions fly, secrets surface, and the answers… don't always line up. But by the end, the couples uncover a result no one saw coming. 👀 Just when you think the magic has settled, Jill and Steve drop a conspiracy theory bombshell involving co-host Ric Forbes—and let's just say… the truth may be hidden somewhere between a Dole Whip and the utilidors beneath Main Street, U.S.A. 🍍🕵️‍♂️ So tune in, listen close, and remember: not everything at Disney is as it seems. 🕯️ Before you disappear into the shadows of your next Disney adventure… We'd love to hear your theories. Leave us a cryptic message at www.speakpipe.com/MonorailTales and tell us what secrets you've uncovered in the parks. To keep the investigation going long after the show ends, visit www.monorailtales.com, follow our covert network on Facebook, and join our secret society of Disney dreamers where the conversation never truly ends. For more whispered stories and classified connections, find us on Twitter and Instagram. Have your own strange encounter or episode idea? Contact Agent Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com—your mysterious moment might be just one message away. And if you're plotting your own Disney Vacation Club infiltration, check in with our friends at DVC Shop, the top source for underground resale contracts and rentals. From all of us at Monorail Tales—keep your eyes open, your ears tuned… and your magic tinfoil hats securely fastened.