Grand Circle Tour Podcast

A celebration of all Disney Parks but mostly the American ones.

Adventure 392: Piston Peak the New Cars Land 01/14/2026

Adventure 392: Piston Peak the New Cars Land Join your tour guides Jason Thomason, Cody Havard and Francine Cochrane as they take a look at the maps and discuss Piston Peak, Lightning McQueen and all the new fun reshaping the future of Magic Kingdom's Frontierland. Plus, shaking off the rust, small footprint for a huge adventure, the Humphrey Hop, Villans Land weddings and more! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39732260

Adventure 391: Welcome Cody Havard! 01/07/2026

Adventure 391: Welcome Cody Havard! Welcome your new favorite tour guide Cody Havard as he joins Stan Solo, Holly Crawford, Jason Thomason, Francince Cochrane and Dan Hansen on the Grand Circle Tour Podcast! Plus, staying dockside in Orlando, A-Team or F-Troop, Disneyland is easier with kids, flying into Long Beach and more! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39641115

Detour: Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2025 12/30/2025

Detour: Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2025 Dan Hansen's friend Ed Stevens went to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and they discuss all the festive fun the party offers. Plus future adventures by Disney, Beak N Barrell first, delicious dining somewhere new, Disney ducks at 200 minutes and more! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39564425

Adventure 390: Fare Thee Well Food Fairy Kris 12/27/2025

Adventure 390: Fare Thee Well Food Fairy Kris It's Kris Banas' final episode, so join your tour guides Stan Solo, Jason Thomason, Dan Hansen, Francine Cochrane, former tour guides Justin Clark & Beatrice Beadizfan, and other special guests to celebrate our friend and food fairy on her final, farewell adventure. Plus, Clementine one last time, doing every Disney hotel ever, keeping a secret away again in Margaritaville, how the food fairy got her name and more! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39542225

Twelfth Day Of Christmas 12/23/2025

Twelfth Day Of Christmas On the Twelfth day of Christmas your tour guides Dan Hansen, Stan Solo, Francine Cochrane, Jason Thomason and Holly Crawford, give to you their favorite Christmas facts! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39516610

Eleventh Day Of Christmas 12/22/2025

Eleventh Day Of Christmas On the Eleveth day of Christmas your tour guides Holly Crawford, Dan Hansen, Stan Solo, Francine Cochrane and Jason Thomason, give to you their favorite Christmas morning traditions! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39494845

Tenth Day Of Christmas 12/22/2025

Tenth Day Of Christmas On the Tenth day of Christmas your tour guides Jason Thomason, Holly Crawford, Dan Hansen, Stan Solo and Francine Cochrane give to you their favorite Christmas memories! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39489570

Ninth Day Of Christmas 12/20/2025

Ninth Day Of Christmas On the Ninth day of Christmas your tour guides Francine Cochrane, Jason Thomason, Holly Crawford, Dan Hansen and Stan Solo, give to you their favorite Christmas gifts! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39481230

Eighth Day Of Christmas 12/19/2025

Eighth Day Of Christmas On the Eighth day of Christmas your tour guides Stan Solo, Francine Cochrane, Jason Thomason, Holly Crawford and Dan Hansen, give to you their favorite Christmas tv shows and specials. Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39469235

Seventh Day Of Christmas 12/18/2025

Seventh Day Of Christmas On the seventh day of Christmas your tour guides Dan Hansen, Stan Solo, Francine Cochrane, Jason Thomason and Holly Crawford, give to you their favorite Christmas traditions. Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39460045

Sixth Day Of Christmas 12/17/2025

Sixth Day Of Christmas On the sixth day of Christmas your tour guides Holly Crawford, Dan Hansen, Stan Solo and Francine Cochrane and Jason Thomason, give to you their favorite Christmas movies. Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39438295

Fifth Day Of Christmas 12/16/2025

Fifth Day Of Christmas On the fifth day of Christmas your tour guides Jason Thomason, Holly Crawford, Dan Hansen, Stan Solo and Francine Cochrane, give to you their favorite Christmas jokes. Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39423645

Fourth Day Of Christmas 12/15/2025

Fourth Day Of Christmas On the fourth day of Christmas your tour guides Francine Cochrane, Jason Thomason, Holly Crawford, Dan Hansen and Stan Solo, give to you their favorite Christmas snacks. Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39411755

Third Day Of Christmas 12/14/2025

Third Day Of Christmas On the third day of Christmas your tour guides Stan Solo, Francine Cochrane, Jason Thomason, Holly Crawford and Dan Hansen give to you their favorite Christmas decorations. Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39399925

Second Day Of Christmas 12/13/2025

Second Day Of Christmas On the second day of Christmas your tour guides Dan Hansen, Stan Solo, Francine Cochrane, Jason Thomason and Holly Crawford give to you their favorite Christmas songs. Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39391700

First Day Of Christmas 12/12/2025

First Day Of Christmas On the first day of Christmas your tour guides Holly Crawford, Dan Hansen, Stan Solo, Francine Cochrane and Jason Thomason, give to you their favorite places in the parks for the holidays. Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39376585

Adventure 389: Christmas At Walt Disney World 1978 12/10/2025

Adventure 389: Christmas At Walt Disney World 1978 Join your tour guides Jason Thomason, Francine Cochrane and Stan Solo as they talk about the wild, weird, wacky and wonderful variety show special that is 1978's Christmas At Walt Disney World. Plus a tap dancing Mickey Mouse, classic character costumes, Geppetto ferrets for everyone, a touching tribute to Walt and more! To watch Christmas At Walt Disney World we recommended visiting RetroWDW's YouTube channel at Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39353985

Adventure 388: It's Your (Disney) Destiny 12/03/2025

Adventure 388: It's Your (Disney) Destiny Join your tour guides Francine Cochrane and Holly Carwford as they convince Jason Thomason of all the reasons why he deserves a sailing on the Disney Destiny to experience all the fun and relaxation it has to offer. Plus enjoying Disney experiences for adults, private island dreams, fantastic dining and lounges, be sure to visit for the very best in fun accessories and more! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39259685

Adventure 387: All The Christmas Things 11/26/2025

Adventure 387: All The Christmas Things Join your tour guides Holly Crawford, Francine Cochrane and Dan Hansen in "one of those episodes" as they discuss all the Christmas things on both coasts at Disneyland and World. Plus, no one questions Clarabelle Cow, why Coronado Springs is the best for adults-only trips, how small world does holidays better than the Mansion, Hollywood Studios has the bestest of decorations and more! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39183820

Adventure 386: Mailbag Edition 11/19/2025

Adventure 386: Mailbag Edition Join your tour guides Dan Hansen, Holly Crawford and brand new Grandad Stan Solo as they read and answer your letters and emails. Plus we ❤️ Ohio, when to get there early and on time, celebrating anniversaries with family, an all year Christmas resort and more! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39100950

Adventure 385: Current Events Winter 2025 11/13/2025

Adventure 385: Current Events Winter 2025 Join your tour guides Stan Solo, Dan Hansen and Jason Thomason as they talk about some of the new news happening at the Disney Parks and the ranking of theme parks across the globe. Plus Universal for Dan & you, laughing at crazy crimes, the Covid honeymoon is over, rope dropping the Louvre and more! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/39015565

Adventure 384: (Rookie) Mistakes 11/05/2025

Adventure 384: (Rookie) Mistakes Join your tour guides, Dan Hansen, Holly Crawford, and Stan Solo, as they talk and share a laugh or three about the Disney mistakes they've made, both as amateurs and professional park-goers. Plus, a revolting time zone, why you should always double-check your reservations, all the holiday details, when managing time + distance = everything, and more! Plus a special shoutout to and her amazing work making magic! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/38931660

Adventure 383: Universal For Stan and You 10/30/2025

Adventure 383: Universal For Stan and You Your tour guides Jason Thomason and Francine Cochrane convince Stan Solo with all the reasons why he and you should visit both Universal Studios Orlando & Islands of Adventure in an episode so big we only got to half of it. Plus Jay was wearing shorts the whole time, you don't need to like Potter to enjoy Potter, the best meet and greet ever, Universal is so much more than the best coasters in Orlando and more! Plus a special preview of the Skipper Jay Show coming in December! Casa Vega (Skipper Jay's Theme) is performed with the permission of Yeti Music. Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/38852475

Adventure 382: Our Favorite Disney Murals 10/21/2025

Adventure 382: Our Favorite Disney Murals A few weeks back, Ghost Host Francine and Conductor Dan shared an Adventure about their favorite restrooms. This got Captain Stan thinking about a tile mural at Trails End in the men’s restroom. So, he decided to invite Conductor Dan and Ring Leader Holly to chat about their favorite murals. Do you have a favorite mural at a Disney Park? What ones did we miss? Let us know on our Facebook page or YouTube channel. Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/38636190

Adventure 381: NYCC 2025 Review! 10/16/2025

Adventure 381: NYCC 2025 Review! It's the Dan and Fran show this time, join your tour guides Dan Hansen and Francine Cochrane as they talk about Dan's weekend in the Big Apple at NYCC and all the panels, new news and shopping. Plus Con loves cons, how the Sunday vibe is for families, Phineas and Pherb and the perfect ending, stop trying to make Tron happen and more! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast for live shows every Thursday night, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/38599910

Adventure 380: You Can Do That At Disney Part 1. 10/08/2025

Adventure 380: You Can Do That At Disney Part 1. Join your tour guides Holly Crawford, Francine Cochrane and Jason Thomason as they discuss all kinds of fun and unknown extra magic to do inside the parks and resorts. Plus low cost lightsabers, Stan ding dong ditches the gang, DVC pool cabanas, scavenger hunts for all ages and more! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast for live shows every Thursday night, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/38510340

Adventure 379: Magic Kingdom Fooding 10/02/2025

Adventure 379: Magic Kingdom Fooding Join your tour guides Jason Thomason, Holly Crawford and Francine Cochrane as they get real and talk about where and what they will and won't eat at in the Kingdom in an episode designed to get Jay to eat in the castle. Plus, where shinkflation has and hasn't hit, Tomorrowland's a barren desert of dining, somehow Casey's is always good, when to bring your own hot sauce and more! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast for live shows every Thursday night, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/38445190

Adventure 378: Best Restrooms 09/23/2025

Adventure 378: Best Restrooms This week, Ghost Host Francine and Conductor Dan have a chat about the best restrooms in all of Walt Disney World. They shared their thoughts on what makes a great restroom, some interesting history behind certain restrooms, and even discuss the ideal stall-to-sink ratio. It's just the two of them becuse the rest of the crew couldn't even bring themselves to enter! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast for live shows every Thursday night, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/38319210

Adventure 377: Diabolical Disney Hacks 09/16/2025

Adventure 377: Diabolical Disney Hacks This week, Stan chats with his four favorite co-hosts, Dan, Francine, Kris, and Holly. They dive into a Facebook post filled with some seriously creative Disney hacks. Are these hacks diabolical, or just brilliant ideas we should all try when we visit the parks? Let’s decide together! ---------------------- Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast for live shows every Thursday night, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/38233260

Adventure 376: Oogie Boogie Bash Review 2025 09/09/2025

Adventure 376: Oogie Boogie Bash Review 2025 On this week’s adventure, Ring Leader Holly Crawford, Captain Stan Solo, and Andrew Jones Sun from @socaldadhere on Instagram share their thoughts on this year’s Oogie Boogie Bash! They’ll tell you what they loved, what they did, what they wore, what they ate, and all the fun they had. Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast for live shows every Thursday night, on Instagram at and on YouTube at Brought to you by and The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy /episode/index/show/gctpodcast/id/38137740

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