The Dillo's Diz Podcast | Theme Park Thursday | Disney Parks and Nostalgia

Disney ✨ Nostalgia ✨ Pop Culture Siblings Jen and Frank are saluting all theme parks (but mostly Walt Disney World), bringing the magic, memories, and madness of the 80’s, 90’s and 21st Century from childhood visits to working in the parks to today’s family trips!

Ryan's Trip Report | Disney's Polynesian Resort and the Disney Wish | Episode 438 07/02/2026

Toy Story Nostalgia | Episode 437 06/25/2026

Pixar Rankings and Frank's Universal Hotel & Dining Review | Episode 436 06/18/2026

Universal Park Hopping, Tony Awards & Planning a Summer Disney Trip | Episode 435 06/11/2026

Epic Universe: Frank's First Visit | Episode 434 06/04/2026

After Party Magic: MK & Hollywood Studios Courtesy of Louis and Val | Episode 433 05/28/2026

Disney Park Updates and an Epic Trip Ahead! | Episode 432 05/21/2026

Disney Hot Takes | Wishes, Beignets, Animal Kingdom & More | Episode 431 05/14/2026

The Real Cost of Disney Obsession | Episode 430 05/07/2026

MGM Studios Opened 37 Years Ago...Here's What's Coming To Hollywood Studios In May | Episode 429 04/30/2026

Ranking the Songs for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, New Characters in Galaxy's Edge and Dillo's Madness | Episode 428 04/23/2026

Theme Park Rob's Flower and Garden Food Review | Episode 427 04/16/2026

Planning for a Summer in Disney | Episode 426 04/09/2026

Disney Bus Policy Changes During Spring Break (And Our Love For Disney Boats) | Episode 425 04/02/2026

Dillo's Madness | The Ultimate Disney Celebrity Bracket | Episode 424 03/26/2026

Dillo's Madness | The Ultimate Disney Celebrity Bracket | Episode 424 It's time once again for DILLO'S MADNESS! This week on Theme Park Thursday, Jen and Frank officially reveal the Sweet 16 bracket for DILLO'S MADNESS, our Disney-themed take on March Madness! This time with a Disney Celebrity twist! Who made the cut? Who's getting upset? They also talk about Disney Adventure World officially opening in Disneyland Paris on March 29th, plus, they react to the Moana Live Action trailer and go on plenty of tangents along the way, because that's just how they roll. *** Learn more about our Dillo's Discord Universe here: *** 🎤 Hosts: Frank Cardillo & Jen Cardillo Snyder 🎥 Video courtesy of Snydillo Studios 🎶 Music & Themes produced by Matt Harvey. ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on INSTAGRAM 📸 : https://www.instagram.com/dillosdiz/ ➡️SUBSCRIBE to Dillo's Diz on YOUTUBE 📺 : https://www.youtube.com/dillosdiz ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on the XTWITTER 🐦 : https://twitter.com/dillosdiz ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on THREADS 🧵 : https://www.threads.com/@dillosdiz ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on BLUESKY ☁️ : https://bsky.app/profile/dillosdiz.bsky.social ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on FACEBOOK 💻: facebook.com/DillosDiz/ 🎙️ Join us on our Patreon for Exclusive Dillo's Diz content by visiting patreon.com/dillosdiz or dillosdizresort.com! DIllo's Diz Resort Guests: Theme Park Rob, Jeffers, Skipper Bob, Nathaniel Hardy, Louis and Dr. Val of #FigmentsInTime, Lee Taylor, Maz, Troy with the Disney Assembled Podcast, Judy Van Cleef, Ryan Alexander, PixieDustPhD, Jason Romans, Holly Maddock, Lexi Andrea, Adam Elmers, and DCLDuo 💰 Shop Dillo's Designs: ➡️On Tee Public: https://www.teepublic.com/user/dillosdiz ➡️On Etsy: https://dillosdiz.etsy.com 🛒 One stop shop: dillosdiz.com 📪 ✉️ 📬 Dillo's Diz 55 Gerard Street # 987 Huntington, NY 11743 /episode/index/show/dillosdiz/id/40624040

Dear Josh D'Amaro: Here's What We Want Back! | Episode 423 03/19/2026

Dear Josh D'Amaro: Here's What We Want Back! | Episode 423 Josh D'Amaro just became Disney's new CEO, so naturally, Jen and Frank needed to tell him their ideas! Episode 423 of Dillo's Diz is their official open letter to the new boss: a heartfelt, funny, and very passionate rundown of everything they want brought back to the Disney parks. From beloved attractions to lost experiences, they're making their wishlist heard. Along the way they also touch on the Oscars, break down Disney Cruise Line's new commercial, and get into plenty of pop culture tangents. If you love deep-dive Disney conversations, LIKE this video and SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a Theme Park Thursday! *** Learn more about our Dillo's Discord Universe here: *** 🎤 Hosts: Frank Cardillo & Jen Cardillo Snyder 🎥 Video courtesy of Snydillo Studios 🎶 Music & Themes produced by Matt Harvey. ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on INSTAGRAM 📸 : https://www.instagram.com/dillosdiz/ ➡️SUBSCRIBE to Dillo's Diz on YOUTUBE 📺 : https://www.youtube.com/dillosdiz ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on the XTWITTER 🐦 : https://twitter.com/dillosdiz ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on THREADS 🧵 : https://www.threads.com/@dillosdiz ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on BLUESKY ☁️ : https://bsky.app/profile/dillosdiz.bsky.social ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on FACEBOOK 💻: facebook.com/DillosDiz/ 🎙️ Join us on our Patreon for Exclusive Dillo's Diz content by visiting patreon.com/dillosdiz or dillosdizresort.com! DIllo's Diz Resort Guests: Theme Park Rob, Jeffers, Skipper Bob, Nathaniel Hardy, Louis and Dr. Val of #FigmentsInTime, Lee Taylor, Maz, Troy with the Disney Assembled Podcast, Judy Van Cleef, Ryan Alexander, PixieDustPhD, Jason Romans, Holly Maddock, Lexi Andrea, Adam Elmers, and DCLDuo 💰 Shop Dillo's Designs: ➡️On Tee Public: https://www.teepublic.com/user/dillosdiz ➡️On Etsy: https://dillosdiz.etsy.com 🛒 One stop shop: dillosdiz.com 📪 ✉️ 📬 Dillo's Diz 55 Gerard Street # 987 Huntington, NY 11743 /episode/index/show/dillosdiz/id/40538395

The Return of 'The Aloha Kid': Barry Jacobson's Storied Disney Career from Lifeguard to Leadership | Epsiode 422 03/12/2026

The Return of 'The Aloha Kid': Barry Jacobson's Storied Disney Career from Lifeguard to Leadership | Epsiode 422 Join Jen and Frank as they delve into the rich history and timeless, nostalgic magic of Disney with returning guest Barry Jacobson. From lifeguard stories at the Polynesian to insights on creating immersive guest experiences, Barry shares his lifelong passion and expertise in transforming customer and employee engagement. barryjacobsonconsulting.com to learn more about Barry! 00:00 - Introduction and Guest Introduction 02:59 - Barry's Early Days at Disney 05:43 - Lifeguard Training and Experiences 08:54 -Memorable Stories from the Polynesian Resort 11:58 - Theming and Guest Experience at the Polynesian 14:36 - Character Interactions and Special Events 17:58 - Nostalgia and the Balance of IPs 20:49 - Debunking Myths and Personal Memories 34:21 - Meeting Icons: Personal Stories with Celebrities 38:03 - Leadership Lessons from Disney's Greats 41:13 - Creating Complete Experiences at Disney 47:45 - The Magic of Attention to Detail 53:19 - Nostalgia and the Disney Experience 01:00:27 -The Journey of Storytelling and Legacy 01:07:54 - Outro Video If you love deep-dive Disney conversations, LIKE this video and SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a Theme Park Thursday! *** Learn more about our Dillo's Discord Universe here: / dillos-discord-150502505 *** 🎤 Hosts: Frank Cardillo & Jen Cardillo Snyder 🎥 Video courtesy of Snydillo Studios 🎶 Music & Themes produced by Matt Harvey. ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on INSTAGRAM 📸 : https://www.instagram.com/dillosdiz/ ➡️SUBSCRIBE to Dillo's Diz on YOUTUBE 📺 : https://www.youtube.com/dillosdiz ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on the XTWITTER 🐦 : https://twitter.com/dillosdiz ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on THREADS 🧵 : https://www.threads.com/@dillosdiz ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on BLUESKY ☁️ : https://bsky.app/profile/dillosdiz.bsky.social ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on FACEBOOK 💻: facebook.com/DillosDiz/ 🎙️ Join us on our Patreon for Exclusive Dillo's Diz content by visiting patreon.com/dillosdiz or dillosdizresort.com! DIllo's Diz Resort Guests: Theme Park Rob, Jeffers, Skipper Bob, Nathaniel Hardy, Louis and Dr. Val of #FigmentsInTime, Lee Taylor, Maz, Troy with the Disney Assembled Podcast, Judy Van Cleef, Ryan Alexander, PixieDustPhD, Jason Romans, Holly Maddock, Lexi Andrea, Adam Elmers, and DCLDuo 💰 Shop Dillo's Designs: ➡️On Tee Public: https://www.teepublic.com/user/dillosdiz ➡️On Etsy: https://dillosdiz.etsy.com 🛒 One stop shop: dillosdiz.com 📪 ✉️ 📬 Dillo's Diz 55 Gerard Street # 987 Huntington, NY 11743 /episode/index/show/dillosdiz/id/40407550

From Imagineering to Creative Cross-Pollination with Brian Collins | Episode 421 03/05/2026

From Aerosmith to Muppets: Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster’s Farewell & Hollywood Studios Updates | Episode 420 02/26/2026

The Muppet Show Returns to Disney+ ...Does It Still Hold Up? | Panel Discussion | Episode 419 02/19/2026

The Muppet Show Returns to Disney+ ...Does It Still Hold Up? | Panel Discussion | Episode 419 The Muppet Show is now streaming on Disney+! On this episode of Theme Park Thursday, Frank and Jen are joined by three members of the Dillo’s Diz Resort for a panel discussion on The Muppet Show’s return to Disney+. They share their honest reactions, favorite moments, and whether this childhood classic still holds up today. Is it still funny? Does the nostalgia hit? Would we recommend it to new viewers? If you grew up with The Muppet Show or you’re discovering it for the first time, this episode is for you. Let us know your thoughts and connect with us @dillosdiz! *** *** 🎤 Hosts: Frank Cardillo & Jen Cardillo Snyder 🎥 Video courtesy of Snydillo Studios 🎶 Music & Themes produced by Matt Harvey. ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on INSTAGRAM 📸 : https://www.instagram.com/dillosdiz/ ➡️SUBSCRIBE to Dillo's Diz on YOUTUBE 📺 : https://www.youtube.com/dillosdiz ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on the XTWITTER 🐦 : https://twitter.com/dillosdiz ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on THREADS 🧵 : https://www.threads.com/@dillosdiz ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on BLUESKY ☁️ : https://bsky.app/profile/dillosdiz.bsky.social ➡️FOLLOW Dillo's Diz on FACEBOOK 💻: facebook.com/DillosDiz/ 🎙️ Join us on our Patreon for Exclusive Dillo's Diz content by visiting patreon.com/dillosdiz or dillosdizresort.com! DIllo's Diz Resort Guests: Theme Park Rob, Jeffers, Skipper Bob, Nathaniel Hardy, Louis and Dr. Val of #FigmentsInTime, Lee Taylor, Maz, Troy with the Disney Assembled Podcast, Judy Van Cleef, Ryan Alexander, PixieDustPhD, Jason Romans, Holly Maddock, Lexi Andrea, Adam Elmers, and DCLDuo 💰 Shop Dillo's Designs: ➡️On Tee Public: https://www.teepublic.com/user/dillosdiz ➡️On Etsy: https://dillosdiz.etsy.com 🛒 One stop shop: dillosdiz.com 📪 ✉️ 📬 Dillo’s Diz 55 Gerard Street # 987 Huntington, NY 11743 /episode/index/show/dillosdiz/id/40158245