The Theme Park Trader Podcast

Join us for episode 480 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! On this episode of the Theme Park Trailer Podcast, hosts Ryan and Donna debut a new segment, "Keep It or Kill It," putting Epcot under the microscope. They spar over which attractions and areas should stay, be refreshed, or be ripped out and rebuilt. Their fast-paced discussion covers the UK pavilion makeover, year‑round festivals, the culture of "drinking around the world," Figment and Spaceship Earth updates, nighttime shows, IP encroachment, and the American Adventure,  finishing with plans for a possible part two.

Join us for episode 479 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Join us for a brand new episode of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week, we’re diving into a controversial topic: what is the worst attraction currently operating at Magic Kingdom in 2026? We’re breaking down the park’s rides, talking about which attractions have aged badly, which ones aren’t worth the wait anymore, and which one we think is the absolute worst experience in the park. Expect hot takes, nostalgia arguments, and possibly a few Disney fans shouting at their podcast players.

Join us for episode 478 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we are reading out poor reviews of Peter Pan's Flight and discussing the new Disney Cruise Line Ship, The Adventure! A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message on TikTok or Instagram. Also, check out our guide to the DDP in 2026.

Join us for episode 477 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! We chat all things Cake Bake Shop at Disney's Boardwalk Resort before getting into a game/argument of This or That! A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message on TikTok or Instagram. Also, check out our guide to the DDP in 2026.

Join us for episode 476 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! On this week's show, we go through The Magic of Disney Animation coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios in detail before playing a game of can you guess the restaurant from the one-star review. A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message on TikTok or Instagram. Also, check out our guide to the DDP in 2026.

Join us for episode 475 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! On this episode of Theme Park Trader, we’re diving into our full January 2026 trip report from Disneyland Paris — and yes, it was cold… but was it worth it? We break down crowd levels, ride availability, seasonal vibes, entertainment, and whether winter is actually a secret sweet spot for visiting. From near walk-ons to bundled-up park strategy (layer game strong), we cover what worked, what didn’t, and what genuinely surprised us. And speaking of surprises… we need to talk about the food. Because somehow — against all historical odds — it wasn’t terrible. In fact, there were moments where it was… good? We unpack what’s changed, where we ate, and whether Disneyland Paris might finally be sorting itself out on the culinary front. Low crowds, honest takes, and at least one unexpected win — this one’s a fun one. A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message on TikTok or Instagram. Also, check out our guide to the DDP in 2026.

Join us for episode 474 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Whilst we promise to share our trip report from DLP with you soon, we couldn't record on the day that Dinoland U.S.A was closing forever at Disney's Animal Kingdom and not dedicate an episode to a land that has had such an impact on us over the years. Join us as we share the history, memories and of course, a few poor reviews! A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message on TikTok or Instagram. Also, check out our guide to the DDP in 2026.    

Join us for episode 473 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we're running through a few unpopular Walt Disney World opinions while also answering a detailed question about the Disney Dining Plan. A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message on TikTok or Instagram. Also, check out our guide to the DDP in 2026.

Join us for episode 472 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! On this week's show, we discuss all things Disney Dining Plan at Walt Disney World and also how airlines seem to be going full-rip-off mode this Summer. A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message on TikTok or Instagram. Also, check out our guide to the DDP in 2026.

Join us for episode 471 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! Join us as we count down the rides, snacks, shows and little Disney moments we can’t wait to experience on our upcoming Disneyland Paris adventure. A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message on TikTok or Instagram.

Join us for episode 470 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! We're feeling all festive this week as we share our experience of attending Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and read out some poor reviews! A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message on TikTok or Instagram.

Join us for episode 469 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we begin by talking about Universal getting the green light to begin work on the UK park before getting into the Christmas event we were invited to last week (where we met The Grinch) and ending on our favourite lands from Universal Orlando Resort. What an episode! A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message on TikTok or Instagram.

Join us for episode 468 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week Donna and Ryan each run through their favourite lands across all four Walt Disney World parks—sharing the spots they love most, the ones they could happily spend all day in, and maybe even a few surprising picks along the way A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message on TikTok or Instagram.

Join us for episode 467 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! A new twist on a classic this week as we play a new game. Can you guess the attraction by the one-star review that we read out? A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message on TikTok or Instagram.    

Very short episode this week as we deal with a very busy weekend and illness in the house!

Join us for episode 466 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week we’re joined by long-time listener and first-time guest, Darren, who’s had a truly unforgettable year celebrating his 50th birthday in style. From Disneyland Paris to Disneyland California, Walt Disney World, and even both Universal Orlando and Universal Hollywood, Darren’s ticked off more theme park bucket-list moments than most of us could dream of! We chat through the highlights, surprises, and standout experiences from his incredible year of travel — plus a few tips for anyone planning their own multi-park adventure. A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message on TikTok or Instagram.

Join us for episode 465 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week, we’re joined by Arron and Sarah from Our Wandering Story as they unpack their latest Walt Disney World adventure. Go and check them out on TikTok and YouTube!

Join us for episode 464 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This was supposed to be a fun episode where we announced a DLP trip but it ended up with Ryan just shouting about Zootopia: Better Zoogether for 30 minutes. A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message on TikTok or Instagram.

Join us for episode 463 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week on Theme Park Trader, we’re doing something a little different — and possibly insane. We kick things off with not one, but two games: first, we try to guess the top five most purchased items in Walt Disney World, and then we move on to naming the largest theme parks in Florida (with varying degrees of confidence). After that warm-up, we dive straight into one of the most unintentionally hilarious corners of theme park fandom: the positive reviews of Fast & Furious: Supercharged. That’s right — we’ve dug through the internet to find the people who genuinely love one of the most notoriously bad attractions in Orlando. Buckle up, because things are about to get Supercharged… with misplaced enthusiasm. A reminder, if you have any questions for us, send us a message on TikTok or Instagram.

Join us for episode 462 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast! This week, Ryan and Donna dig into the once-great Walt Disney World table service restaurants that just don’t hit the same anymore. From the underwhelming ‘Ohana breakfast to the fading charm of Olivia’s Café, we’re talking all things food, nostalgia, and questionable menu changes. We’ll cover: