Monorail Tales: A Disney Fan Podcast
Join us on the Highway in the Sky as we have fun discussions about all things Disney: theme parks, movies, news, and more!
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MTP 439: Disney+ Take 4: July 2025
07/01/2025
MTP 439: Disney+ Take 4: July 2025
🎶 Oh my gosh, he’s back again! Ric returns with Steve and Sheila, friends! Talkin’ Disney, laughs, and tales to spin, So grab your ears — let’s dive right in! (Yeahhh!) 🎧 Got the magic, got the crew, You know there’s nothin’ we won’t do! From park reports to trivia night, This podcast’s feelin’ just right! 🎵 🎉 Everybody! Yeahhhh! 🎤 Podcast party! Yeahhhh! 🎧 Sheila, Steve, and Ric attack! All aboard, 'cause Ric is back — alright! 🎶 Come for fun and stay for more, Pixie dust and Disney lore, If you missed that Ric-y flair… Don’t you worry — he’s right there! 🎶 Wave your wands and sing it loud, Ric is back and we are proud! Got our magic on full blast, Monorail Tales — built to last! 🎵 🎉 Everybody! (Everybody!) 🎤 Podcast party! (Podcast party!) 🎧 You know it’s time to hit play fast! ‘Cause Ric is baaaaack — alright! 🎶 You got it! Here's your entire promo section rewritten in Backstreet Boys song format (BSB-style parody), keeping the melody and rhythm of "Everybody (Backstreet's Back)". It’s catchy, fun, and oh-so-Monorail Tales. 🎶🎤 🎙️ Wanna talk? Just hit us up, At , don't interrupt! 🎧 Tell us all your Disney dreams, From churros hot to castle scenes! (Ohhh yeah!) 🌐 Wanna browse? Then take a ride, inside! We’ve got stories, laughs, and more, A Disney fix you can’t ignore! 🎵 🎉 Everybody! Yeahhhh! 🎤 Join the magic! Yeahhhh! 👍 Like our page and share the light! We’re Disney bound — alright! 🐦 Tweet it out, or ‘gram that flair, Follow us — we’re everywhere! Instagram, Facebook, Twitter too, Get your daily dose of Disney crew! 📩 Got a pitch? Or wanna guest? Email Sheila — she’s the best! 💌 , She’ll get you booked before long! 🏰 Need a stay that’s super cool? DVC Shop — they RULE the pool! For rentals, points, and deals so sweet, can’t be beat! 🎵 🎧 Everybody! Yeahhhh! 🎙️ DVC dreams! Yeahhhh! 🎉 Hop aboard — the tale’s in sight! It’s Monorail — alright! 🎶
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MTP 438: Tokyo Disneyland Dreams and Alaskan Adventures With Christine Mak
06/23/2025
MTP 438: Tokyo Disneyland Dreams and Alaskan Adventures With Christine Mak
🎧✨ Join Sheila as she sets sail once again with returning guest Christine Mak! Christine takes us on a whirlwind journey—from the magical lands of Tokyo Disneyland 🏰🎎 to an unforgettable 20-day cruise 🚢 with breathtaking stops in Japan and Alaska 🗻🦅. Packed with travel tales, belly laughs, and pro tips galore from Christine, this episode is your passport to adventure, pixie dust, and plenty of cruise envy! 🌟🌊 🎙️ Share your thoughts! Leave us a message at — we’d love to hear about your dream Disney getaway! 💬 🌐 Find us online at 👍 Like our Facebook page & join our Disney-loving group! 🐦 Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for more Disney fun! 📩 Have a show idea or want to be on the podcast? Email 🏰 Dreaming of a Disney Vacation Club stay? For the best deals on DVC resale contracts and rentals, visit our sponsor !
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MTP 437: The Marvelous Side of Disney goes into the Trivia-verse!
06/17/2025
MTP 437: The Marvelous Side of Disney goes into the Trivia-verse!
🦸♀️🕷️🛡️ Avengers (and Marvel nerds), Assemble! 💥💫 How much do you really know about the Marvel Cinematic Universe? 🧠🎬 Join us for an epic trivia showdown where Sheila steps into her Sorcerer Supreme shoes 🧙♀️ to test the Marvel mettle of Luis, Patrick, and Ric! 🧩🧪 Meanwhile, Steve plays the ever-watchful Watcher 👁️📜 as judge and scorekeeper — keeping the chaos (mostly) in check. But when Ric discovers he was snapped out of a round 💀🫥, he calls shenanigans! 😤⚖️ And just wait until you hear the new nickname Sheila earns by the end of the episode... 👀🤣 🎙️💬 Got thoughts to share? Whether you’re broadcasting from the Avengers’ Quinjet 🛩️ or laying low in Madripoor 🌆, drop us a message at — we want to hear your origin story! 🧬 🌐 Assemble with the rest of our podcast crew at — your HQ for all things magical and Marvel-ous! 🛡️✨ 👍 Join our Facebook page and secret base (okay, it's a Disney-loving group, but still!) — where the pixie dust and vibranium never run out! 🧚♂️⚡ 🐦 Track us down on Twitter and Instagram for your daily dose of mouse-approved joy and multiverse madness! 🌀📸 📩 Got a mission or a Marvel hot take? Want to join our super squad on-air? Email your dossier to 🕵️♀️🗂️ 🏰 Dreaming of a DVC hideout between battles? For heroic deals on DVC resale contracts and rentals, zip over to our amazing allies at DVC Shop! 💼🦸♂️
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MTP 436: An Epic day at Universal Orlando with Jodi
06/11/2025
MTP 436: An Epic day at Universal Orlando with Jodi
🌌✨ Blast off with us on a EPIC adventure as Sheila chats with the fabulous Jodi from Timeless Tales Travel! 🚀🎢 Jodi just returned from a pre-opening visit to Universal’s Epic Universe in Orlando, and she's spilling all the cosmic tea! 🌟 From the futuristic vibes of Celestial Park 🌠 to the magical mysteries of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic 🪄, the dragon-soaring thrills of How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk 🐉🌊, the pixel-packed wonders of Super Nintendo World 🍄🎮, and the darkly delicious secrets of Dark Universe 🧛🏻♂️🌩️—this episode explores it ALL! 💫 Plus, Jodi shares her stay at the brand-new Stella Nova Resort, located right next to the action! 🏨🌌 Tune in to hear which land stole her heart and what ride made her say, “Let’s go again!” 🎠🌀 ✨ Want to connect with Jodi for your own epic adventure? 📘 Facebook: 📧 Email: 🎙️ Share your thoughts or multiverse theories! Leave us a message at 🌐 Find more fun at 👍 Like our Facebook page & join our Disney (and Universal)-loving group! 🐦 Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for your daily dose of theme park joy! 📩 Got a show idea or want to ride the podcast monorail with us? Email 🏰 Planning a Disney Vacation Club stay? For the Goofiest deals on DVC resale contracts and rentals, check out our sponsor !
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MTP 435: Main Street 16 Follow-up with Karen Daves, Gary, and Ric
06/02/2025
MTP 435: Main Street 16 Follow-up with Karen Daves, Gary, and Ric
Join us as Sheila sits down with Karen Daves from the Mickeyphile Podcast as well as Gary and Ric to discuss all the details of their attempts at the Main Street 16 Challenge, organized by The Main Street Magic Podcast!! You can listen to The Disney Crush to hear about their attempt You can find The Main Street Magic Podcast here 🎙️ Share your thoughts! Leave us a message at 🌐 Find us online at 👍 Like our Facebook page & join our Disney-loving group! 🐦 Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for more Disney fun! 📩 Have a show idea or want to be on the podcast? Email 🏰 Planning a Disney Vacation Club stay? For the best deals on DVC Resale contracts and DVC rentals, visit our sponsor !
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MTP 434: Marvelous Side of Disney Goes To The Movies: Thunderbolts*
05/30/2025
MTP 434: Marvelous Side of Disney Goes To The Movies: Thunderbolts*
💥🦸♂️💣 Join us as Luis and Patrick dive headfirst into the explosive world of Thunderbolts* — Marvel’s latest rollercoaster of a ride! From jaw-dropping team-ups to shocking twists, they’re breaking down the highs, the mayhem, and that moment you won’t see coming. But be warned... 🛑 THIS EPISODE IS PACKED WITH SPOILERS! 🛑 So suit up, grab your popcorn, and prepare to geek out Marvel-style! 💥🎬🕶️ 🎙️ 💬 Got thoughts to share? Whether you’re broadcasting from the Avengers' Quinjet or hiding out in Madripoor, drop us a message at — we want to hear your origin story! 🌐 Assemble with the rest of our podcast crew at — your HQ for all things magical and Marvel-ous! 🛡️✨ 👍 Join our Facebook page and secret base (okay, it's a Disney-loving group, but still!) — where the pixie dust and vibranium never run out! 🧚♂️⚡ 🐦 Track us down on Twitter and Instagram for your daily dose of mouse-approved joy and multiverse madness! 🌀📸 📩 Got a mission or a Marvel hot take? Want to be part of our super squad on-air? Email your dossier to 🕵️♀️🗂️ 🏰 Dreaming of a DVC hideout between battles? For heroic deals on DVC resale contracts and rentals, zip over to our amazing allies at ! 💼🦸
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MTP 433: More Park Adventures with Thomas
05/26/2025
MTP 433: More Park Adventures with Thomas
Join us as Steve and Sheila chat with Thomas as he shares the latest of his special trips to Disney that he took during the Holiday Seasons! Listen in as he talks about his fun time that he had during Thanksgiving, Halloween, Christmas, and the New Year holidays, and to top it all - also doing four parks in one day! 🎙️ Got thoughts, giggles, or a spooky parade obsession to share? Leave us a message at — we’d love to hear your magical musings! 🌐 Catch all the fun at 👍 Like our Facebook page & hop into our Disney-loving group — it's where the pixie dust never settles! 🐦 Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for your daily dose of mouse-approved joy! 📩 Have a show idea or want to ride the podcast monorail with us? Email 🏰 Dreaming of a DVC stay? For the Goofiest deals on DVC resale contracts and rentals, check out our friends at !
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MTP 432: Trash Cans, Bananas, and Boo to You! Disney news for May 2025
05/18/2025
MTP 432: Trash Cans, Bananas, and Boo to You! Disney news for May 2025
Join us as Sheila and Ric dive into the latest Disney news, from scavenger hunts and snack passports at Epcot's upcoming Food & Wine Festival to spooky updates on Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Along the way, they dish out hot deals for Florida residents, Disneyland’s 70th anniversary celebration, and even a new Disney theme park announcement—Abu Dhabi, anyone? Sheila struggles adorably with pronunciation, Ric plans a covert candy trash can heist, and yes, the Savannah Bananas are officially part of the Disneyverse now. 🎟️ For help booking your next Disney or Universal vacation, reach out to . You can also message them directly on Facebook or email them at ! 🎙️ Got thoughts, giggles, or a spooky parade obsession to share? Leave us a message at — we’d love to hear your magical musings! 🌐 Catch all the fun at 👍 Like our Facebook page & hop into our Disney-loving group — it's where the pixie dust never settles! 🐦 Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for your daily dose of mouse-approved joy! 📩 Have a show idea or want to ride the podcast monorail with us? Email 🏰 Dreaming of a DVC stay? For the Goofiest deals on DVC resale contracts and rentals, check out our friends at !
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MTP 431: Making a Splash at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon
05/13/2025
MTP 431: Making a Splash at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon
Join us as Sheila and Ric chat with good friend and past guest to the show, Jason Svoboda. Listen in as Jason shares what it was like to be on the Disney College Program and his time spent working at Typhoon Lagoon. Jason also shares that his dream of working on Main Street at Magic Kingdom will come true as he takes on a summer job working for Arribas Brothers! 🎙️ Share your thoughts! Leave us a message at 🌐 Find us online at 👍 Like our Facebook page & join our Disney-loving group! 🐦 Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for more Disney fun! 📩 Have a show idea or want to be on the podcast? Email 🏰 Planning a Disney Vacation Club stay? For the best deals on DVC Resale contracts and DVC rentals, visit our sponsor !
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MTP 430: Disney+ Take 4: May 2025
05/06/2025
MTP 430: Disney+ Take 4: May 2025
🎙️ Join Bill, Patrick, Steve, and Sheila (with Ric mysteriously MIA—probably stuck in the multiverse or a churro line) as they dive into all the Disney+ magic coming your way this month! From Star Wars adventures to karaoke chaos, the crew covers it all with laughs, hot takes, and plenty of questionable opinions. And yes… brace yourselves, because as Justin Timberlake warned us long ago… It’s Gonna Be May. 🎙️ Share your thoughts! Leave us a message at 🌐 Find us online at 👍 Like our Facebook page & join our Disney-loving group! 🐦 Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for more Disney fun! 📩 Have a show idea or want to be on the podcast? Email 🏰 Planning a Disney Vacation Club stay? For the best deals on DVC Resale contracts and DVC rentals, visit our sponsor !
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MTP 429: Disneyland Paris with Thomas & Lisa
04/29/2025
MTP 429: Disneyland Paris with Thomas & Lisa
Join us as Steve and Sheila welcome Thomas and his Auntie, Lisa, back to the show to talk about their recent trip to Disneyland Paris. For Thomas, this was a dream come true as he had dreamed for over twenty years about the day he would be able to ride a doom buggy in the Phantom Manor. Thomas shares the backstory to this attraction and takes us on the ride, room by room, describing the differences between Phantom Manor and its counterparts in the USA! Lisa talks about the food they ate, where they stayed during their vacation, and offers tips and advice for those that might be thinking of going to Disneyland Paris themselves. 🎙️ Got thoughts? Hot takes? Mildly amusing puns? Leave us a message at – we might even pretend to listen! 😆🎧 🌐 Stalk us online (in the least creepy way possible) at ! 🚂💨 👍 Click ‘Like’ on Facebook… because if a Disney fan posts and no one reacts, did it even happen? 🤷♂️ Join our group for maximum magic and minimum sanity! 🏰✨ 🐦 Follow us on Twitter & Instagram for more Disney fun! Or just to see if we finally figured out how to use hashtags correctly. #ProbablyNot #StillLearning 📱😂 📩 Have a show idea? Want to be on the podcast? Email Sheila at – serious inquiries only… unless it’s hilariously unserious. 😜🎤 🏰 Dreaming of a DVC stay? For the best deals on DVC Resale contracts and DVC rentals, visit our friends at ! 🏨✨ Tell them Monorail Tales sent you and they’ll give you… well, the same great deal, but with extra pixie dust! 🧚♀️💰
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MTP 428: The 4th Annual Main Street 16 Challenge with Gary Fernando
04/25/2025
MTP 428: The 4th Annual Main Street 16 Challenge with Gary Fernando
Join us as Sheila and Ric sit down with Gary to talk about the 4th Annual Main Street 16 Challenge—a four-day event filled with magic, memories, and a mission to make a difference. In this episode, you'll hear about all the exciting activities planned for the weekend, including meetups, park fun, and the main event: the 16-ride challenge across all four Walt Disney World parks in one epic day! Learn how this event blends the love of Disney with a powerful purpose—raising funds to help grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. 🎢 2025 Main Street 16 Challenge – Ride Lineup Mark your calendar for Challenge Day: Saturday, May 17, 2025 Teams will complete these 16 attractions—4 in each park: Magic Kingdom Peter Pan’s Flight Space Mountain Tomorrowland Speedway Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin EPCOT Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Mission: SPACE (choose your side) Living with the Land Gran Fiesta Tour Hollywood Studios Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Toy Story Mania Alien Swirling Saucers Animal Kingdom Avatar Flight of Passage Na’vi River Journey DINOSAUR Kali River Rapids 💖 Make a Donation: Help make wishes come true by donating through this official Make-A-Wish fundraising page: 👉 📝 Register Your Team: Think you’ve got what it takes? Gather your crew and sign up here: 👉 🎧 Find Jeremy & Rhonda at the Main Street Magic Podcast → 🌟 "Monorail Tales is a must-follow for Disney fans! Great tips, fun stories, and all the magic even after the fireworks end." 💻✨ "Five stars for ! It’s my go-to for park hacks, Disney fun, and great stories." 👍 "Join their Facebook group—it’s friendly, fun, and full of Disney magic. Like a Dole Whip on a hot day!" 🐦📸 "Follow them on Twitter & Instagram for your daily Disney fix. Pure pixie dust in your feed!" 📬 "Got show ideas or want to be a guest? Email Sheila at —they're super friendly!" 🏰✨ "Looking for deals on DVC rentals or resale? Check out DVCShop.com—your fairy godmother for Disney stays!"
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MTP 427: Monorail Makeovers - Transforming TripAdvisor Tragedies
04/22/2025
MTP 427: Monorail Makeovers - Transforming TripAdvisor Tragedies
Join your host Ric on this special episode of Monorail Tales, where Bill, Gary, Jeni, Patrick, Sheila, and Steve each dive into real TripAdvisor reviews of Disney World—both glowing five-star praise and candid one- to three-star critiques. Our panel doesn’t stop at simply reading the reviews: they roll up their sleeves to troubleshoot the worst experiences, offering practical ideas and insider tips to turn those “bad trips” into magical memories. From conquering endless lines, maximizing Genie+ and Lightning Lane, to navigating dining plans and avoiding hidden pitfalls in the parks, this crew has you covered. Tune in for honest reactions, smart solutions, and a healthy dose of Disney nostalgia—because even the toughest critics can find a little magic with the right strategy! Connect with Jeni—the queen of trip planning magic and pure fabulocity! Facebook: Instagram: Website & Blog: Whether you’re looking for expert itinerary crafting, the latest park-hacks, or a dose of Jeni’s signature vintage flair, Jeni’s your go‑to Disney travel guru! 🌟 “An absolute must-book! Monorail Tales keeps the Disney magic alive long after the fireworks fade. Their website is packed with insider stories and trip tips that will have you clicking ‘Add to Favorites’ faster than you can say ‘Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo!’” 💻✨ “Five stars for ! It’s my go-to for fresh park hacks, hidden gems, and nostalgic Disney storytelling. Truly a ride that never derails!” 👍 “If you haven’t joined their Facebook page and mouse-tastic Disney group yet, you’re missing out! The community is as warm as a Dole Whip on a hot day—and twice as sweet.” 🐦📸 “Follow them on Twitter and Instagram for your daily dose of pixie-dusted fun! Their posts are sprinkled with so much magic, I half expect Tinker Bell to pop up in my feed.” 📬 “Got an idea for the show or dream of guest-starring? Email Sheila at —these hosts are more approachable than a character meet-and-greet!” 🏰✨ “Hunting mouse-sized prices on DVC Resale or Rentals? DVCShop.com is your fairy godmother—turning pumpkins into Goofy-approved deals since forever!”
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MTP 426: Giraffes, Grand Plans & Great Deals
04/18/2025
MTP 426: Giraffes, Grand Plans & Great Deals
This week, Sheila & Ric dive into a jam-packed episode full of Disney magic and must-know updates! 🏰✨ 💸 We break down ALL the latest Walt Disney World specials — from free dining 🍽️ to ticket deals 🎟️ and resort discounts 🏨! PLUS we chat about... 🍹 New bar coming to the Grand Floridian 💦 Both water parks finally open! 🎭 TWO new shows at Hollywood Studios 🦒 Aww! New baby giraffe at Animal Kingdom 🎉 Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary celebration 🧳 Airline luggage transfer returns to Disney World 🌟 NIGHTTIME PARADE BUZZ at WDW?! Don’t miss this fun-filled update with your favorite Disney-loving duo! 🎧💙 You can find Brandi and Ric on Facebook at 💻✨ Wanna keep the Disney magic going? Find us online at — where the tales never derail! 🚝💫 👍 Come hang out with us on Facebook — like our page and join our mouse-tastic Disney group! 🐭🎉 🐦📸 Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for your daily dose of pixie-dusted fun! 📬 Got a show idea or want to hop aboard the podcast? ✨ Drop us a line at — we’d love to hear from ya! 🏰✨ Looking for mouse-sized prices on DVC Resale or Rentals? Check out our magical friends over at — they’ve got the Goofy-est deals around! 🐶🎢
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MTP 425: Finally...At The Movies - Meet The Robinsons
04/15/2025
MTP 425: Finally...At The Movies - Meet The Robinsons
Gary, Al, and Ric team up with Steve and Sheila to dive into the 2007 Disney film Meet the Robinsons! 🤖🕰️ The twist? 😲 Steve and Sheila had never seen it before — so tune in to hear their first impressions and find out what they really thought! 🎧✨ 🚀✨ Calling All Space-Age Thinkers and Atomic-Era Dreamers! ✨🚀 Set your dials to “fun” and beam your brainwaves our way! 🎙️ Got thoughts? Hot takes? Or just a zinger of a pun? Fire up your voice modulator and leave us a message at ! 📡👽 Who knows? We might even engage our listening circuits! 😆🎧 🌐 Orbit our online outpost at ! 🚂💨 It's your gateway to a galaxy of podcasts, nostalgia, and futuristic whimsy! 👍 Zap that ‘Like’ button on Facebook! Because if a Disney fan posts in the vast void of cyberspace and no one reacts… did it even register on the radar? 🤷♂️ Join our group for maximum magic and minimum sanity! 🏰✨ 🐦 Follow us on Twitter & Instagram! We’re still learning to master the hashtag machine… but we’re doing it in style! #JetpackDreams #ProbablyNot #StillLearning 📱😂 📩 Got a show idea? Wanna hop aboard our podcast rocket? Transmit your proposal to Sheila at – serious inquiries only… unless they’re intergalactically hilarious! 😜🎤
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MTP 424: Memories of Downtown Disney with Ken Huntoon
04/08/2025
MTP 424: Memories of Downtown Disney with Ken Huntoon
Join us as Sheila and Steve welcome past guest and good friend, Ken Huntoon, back to the show! In this episode, Ken goes back in time to the 90s and shares memories of his time spent at what was then called Downtown Disney. 🎙️ Got thoughts? Hot takes? Mildly amusing puns? Leave us a message at – we might even pretend to listen! 😆🎧 🌐 Stalk us online (in the least creepy way possible) at ! 🚂💨 👍 Click ‘Like’ on Facebook… because if a Disney fan posts and no one reacts, did it even happen? 🤷♂️ Join our group for maximum magic and minimum sanity! 🏰✨ 🐦 Follow us on Twitter & Instagram for more Disney fun! Or just to see if we finally figured out how to use hashtags correctly. #ProbablyNot #StillLearning 📱😂 📩 Have a show idea? Want to be on the podcast? Email Sheila at – serious inquiries only… unless it’s hilariously unserious. 😜🎤 🏰 Dreaming of a DVC stay? For the best deals on DVC Resale contracts and DVC rentals, visit our friends at ! 🏨✨ Tell them Monorail Tales sent you and they’ll give you… well, the same great deal, but with extra pixie dust! 🧚♀️💰
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MTP 423: Disney+ Take 4: April 2025
04/01/2025
MTP 423: Disney+ Take 4: April 2025
🚂 It’s time for Disney+ Take Four! April’s lineup—there’s so much in store! 📺🏰 From Rebels in flight 🚀 to magic in sight 🎩, Andor’s back, plus surprises galore! 🎬✨ 🎢 Buckle up, friends, for some fun! We’ve got Disney news on the run! 🏃♂️🏰 From Daredevil fights 🦸♂️ to docs shot in lights 🎥, April’s lineup has just begun! 🌟 🎩 A magician defies all belief, While Penguins waddle in brief! 🐧✨ A Goofy surprise 😜 and Rome to surmise, This month is beyond all relief! 🎭 🚀 Andor brings Rebels their fight, With Spidey and Kitties in sight! 🕷️🐱 Doctor Who’s back 🌀, beware of attack, And Light & Magic shines bright! 🔮🎥 So grab all your snacks 🍿, kick back and relax, And join Bill, Sheila, and Steve! 🎙️😆 It’s April Fool’s Day, but the shows on display Are ones you won’t want to leave! 🚂✨ 🎙️ Got thoughts? Hot takes? Mildly amusing puns? Leave us a message at – we might even pretend to listen! 😆🎧 🌐 Stalk us online (in the least creepy way possible) at ! 🚂💨 👍 Click ‘Like’ on Facebook… because if a Disney fan posts and no one reacts, did it even happen? 🤷♂️ Join our group for maximum magic and minimum sanity! 🏰✨ 🐦 Follow us on Twitter & Instagram for more Disney fun! Or just to see if we finally figured out how to use hashtags correctly. #ProbablyNot #StillLearning 📱😂 📩 Have a show idea? Want to be on the podcast? Email Sheila at – serious inquiries only… unless it’s hilariously unserious. 😜🎤 🏰 Dreaming of a DVC stay? For the best deals on DVC Resale contracts and DVC rentals, visit our friends at ! 🏨✨ Tell them Monorail Tales sent you and they’ll give you… well, the same great deal, but with extra pixie dust! 🧚♀️💰
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MTP 422: The Marvelous Side of Disney goes Down, Down Down the Witches' Road
03/25/2025
MTP 422: The Marvelous Side of Disney goes Down, Down Down the Witches' Road
🕷️ Dark deeds and Disney lore collide! Join us as our host Luis is joined by Ric and Patrick to conjure up a deep dive into the one and only Agatha Harkness! From her first hex in the comics to her latest spellbinding escapades in Agatha All Along, we unravel the magic, mystery, and mayhem of this legendary witch. 🎙️ Cast your voice into the cauldron! We’d love to hear from you—leave us a message at ! 🔮 Stay under our enchantment: 🌐 Visit us at for your daily dose of Disney delights. 👍 Like our Facebook page and join our spellbinding Disney group for laughs, news, and magical mischief! 📲 Follow us on Twitter & Instagram for the latest updates and pixie-dusted chatter. 📧 Got a show idea or want to join our coven? Email Sheila at —she’s got the power to make it happen! 🏰 Dreaming of DVC magic? Our sponsor DVC Shop has the best deals on DVC Resale contracts and rentals—check them out at ! ✨ The Monorail is leaving the station—next stop: Westview! 💜
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Bonus 153: The 30th EPCOT International 🌸Flower🌷 & 🌿Garden🌱 🌟Festival✨ 2025
03/21/2025
Bonus 153: The 30th EPCOT International 🌸Flower🌷 & 🌿Garden🌱 🌟Festival✨ 2025
🌿🌷🌸 SPRING HAS SPRUNG ON THE MONORAIL TALES PODCAST! 🌸🌷🌿 ✨🌿 Join Sheila and Ric as they dive into a whirlwind of flowers, flavors, and festivities at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2025! 🌿🌱🌼 🌻 What’s Blooming in this Episode? 🌻 ✨ A colorful stroll through EPCOT’s breathtaking topiaries and gardens! 🥦 A taste-test of festival eats, including the mouthwatering Provence Poutine! 🦟 Scavenger hunts galore—Spike the Bee and Egg-stravaganza fun for all ages! 🎶 Rock out at the Garden Rocks Concert Series—did someone say Flock of Seagulls?! 🌈🌷 Whether you're a foodie, a flower fanatic, or just love a little EPCOT magic, this episode is bursting with all the fresh, floral, and fun vibes of spring! 🌸🌟 🎮 Ready to Plan Your Own Magical Disney or Universal Adventure? 🎮 Ric would love to help! 👉 Facebook: 👉 Instagram: 👉 Email: 🎤💫 Got a tale to tell? A magical moment to share? Leave us a voice message! We promise to listen… unless Gonzo gets tangled in the wires again. 🎧💥🐔 🗣️ Speak your magic here! 🌟 Step into our enchanted portal, where pixie dust is practically a currency! 🏠✨ Visit us at 🎭 Join our merry band of Disney dreamers! 🎩 Like our Facebook page, hop into our whimsical Disney group, and share your love of all things magical! 📸 Follow us for all the latest Disney delights! 🕊️ Twitter: 📷 Instagram: 💌 Have a dream-worthy show idea? Wanna join the fun? Email our fearless leader, Sheila (who somehow keeps this whole show on the rails 🎢), at ! 🏠💰 Looking for the BEST deals on DVC Resale contracts and rentals? Our friends at DVC Shop have you covered! 🛒✨ Check them out at ✨🎶 And remember, folks… “Life’s like a Monorail ride, with ups and downs and a whole lotta fun!” 🚍🎵 SEE YA NEXT TIME! SAME MONORAIL TIME, SAME MONORAIL CHANNEL! 🚍💨 🐸🦅🐧💖 Cue the confetti cannon! 🎊💥
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MTP 421: A Disney Cruise Without Kids!
03/18/2025
MTP 421: A Disney Cruise Without Kids!
Join us as Patrick and Sheila sit down with Gary as he shares everything about the recent Disney Cruise he took with his wife. This was a three night cruise, sailing on the Disney Wish to the Bahamas. Taking a cruise without their children allowed them to be able to explore many of the areas of the ship that are restricted to adults over the age of 18. One of the highlights for the both of them was having a romantic meal at the Enchanté Restaurant, which is a fining dining experience for those over the age of 18. 🛥️ 🎙️ We want to hear from YOU! Drop us a message at 👉 🎧💬 🌐 Find us online: 🏰✨ 👍 Like & Join: Our Facebook page and Disney-loving group! 🏝️🐭 🐦 Follow us: Twitter & Instagram for more Disney fun! 📸🌟 📩 Got a show idea or want to join us? Email Sheila at 💌 🏰 Planning a Disney Vacation Club stay? Get the best DVC resale & rental deals from our sponsor DVC Shop! Visit 👉 🌟🏝️
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MTP 420: The 2025 DCP Alumni Homecoming Event with Dawn and Katie
03/11/2025
MTP 420: The 2025 DCP Alumni Homecoming Event with Dawn and Katie
Join us as Steve and Sheila welcome back good friends, Dawn and Katie from the Main and Magic Podcast, to share their experience attending the 2025 Disney College Program Alumni Homecoming event. From early in the morning to late at night, they both made sure that this trip would be filled with magical moments. Besides the planned activities that Disney put on for the event, they were also able to spend a day in the parks as well as have a professional photo shoot on the evening of the semi-formal. Here are Katie and Dawn’s links that was shared on the episode: Katie Fisher - Pictures and Postcards Travel Website - Facebook group - Facebook page - email - [email protected] Dawn Browne - Degrees North Images Website - Instagram - Facebook page - email - [email protected] Main and Magic Podcast Website - Facebook group - Instagram - Their portrait session photographer - Kiste Photography Website - Instagram - Facebook - 🎙️ We want to hear from YOU! Drop us a message at 👉 🎧💬 🌐 Find us online: 🏰✨ 👍 Like & Join: Our Facebook page and Disney-loving group! 🏝️🐭 🐦 Follow us: Twitter & Instagram for more Disney fun! 📸🌟 📩 Got a show idea or want to join us? Email Sheila at 💌 🏰 Planning a Disney Vacation Club stay? Get the best DVC resale & rental deals from our sponsor DVC Shop! Visit 👉 🌟🏝️
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MTP 419 - Thomas's Adventures at Disney's Aulani Resort
03/04/2025
MTP 419 - Thomas's Adventures at Disney's Aulani Resort
🌺🌴 Aloha, Monorail Tails Ohana! 🌴🌺 🌊🏝️ This episode takes us on a magical journey to Hawai'i! Steve and Sheila welcome Thomas and his Auntie Lisa as they share all about their adventure at Disney’s Aulani Resort & Spa! 🌈🐢🏄♂️ 🌊✨ While soaking up the island vibes, they: 🐠 Swam with tropical fish in the breathtaking Rainbow Reef! 🎬 Explored a famous movie tour location—can you guess which one? 🍿👀 ⚓ Visited the historic Pearl Harbor, a truly unforgettable experience. 🇺🇸❤️ 🐭🌴 Met some new Disney friends, including exclusive Aulani characters! 🍕🌅 And one of the most magical moments? A sunset pizza picnic on the beach! 🌊🌞 🎙️ We want to hear from YOU! Drop us a message at 👉 🎧💬 🌐 Find us online: 🏰✨ 👍 Like & Join: Our Facebook page and Disney-loving group! 🏝️🐭 🐦 Follow us: Twitter & Instagram for more Disney fun! 📸🌟 📩 Got a show idea or want to join us? Email Sheila at 💌 🏰 Planning a Disney Vacation Club stay? Get the best DVC resale & rental deals from our sponsor DVC Shop! Visit 👉 🌟🏝️
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MTP 418: Disney+ Take 4: March 2025
02/28/2025
MTP 418: Disney+ Take 4: March 2025
Join us as Bill, Sheila, Steve & Ric dive into all the exciting new arrivals coming to Disney+ this March! 🌷 From thrilling Marvel action to magical animation, jaw-dropping documentaries, and heartwarming family adventures, there's something for everyone to enjoy this spring! 🌼✨ Grab a Dole Whip, sit back, and let’s talk about what’s blooming on Disney+ this month! 🌿📺 🎙️ Share your thoughts! Leave us a message at . 🌐 Find us online at 👍 Like our Facebook page & join our Disney-loving group! 🐦 Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for more Disney fun! 📩 Have a show idea or want to be on the podcast? Email 🏰 Planning a Disney Vacation Club stay? For the best deals on DVC Resale contracts and DVC rentals, visit our sponsor DVC Shop at !
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MTP 417: Fireworks, Desserts and Extra Treats!
02/25/2025
MTP 417: Fireworks, Desserts and Extra Treats!
Join us for a sweet treat as Sheila sits down with Al to discuss his most recent Magic Kingdom trip with his wife, Kerry, where he fulfills a longstanding dream and talks about a few unexpected surprises. For more information on the Waffles Foundation, please check out: To check out Al’s YouTube channel: 🎙️ Share your thoughts! Leave us a message at . 🌐 Find us online at 👍 Like our Facebook page & join our Disney-loving group! 🐦 Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for more Disney fun! 📩 Have a show idea or want to be on the podcast? Email 🏰 Planning a Disney Vacation Club stay? For the best deals on DVC Resale contracts and DVC rentals, visit our sponsor DVC Shop at !
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MTP 416: Disney's Magic Kingdom - This or That?
02/18/2025
MTP 416: Disney's Magic Kingdom - This or That?
Join us as we embark on a magical journey through the enchanting lands of Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! In this This or That episode, we’ll debate the ultimate park experiences, from thrilling attractions to iconic treats! ✨🎢🍦 Attractions & Rides 🚀🏰 👻 Haunted Mansion or 🌌 Space Mountain (with the lights on!)? 🌊 Big Thunder Mountain Railroad or 🐸 Tiana’s Bayou Adventure? 🏴☠️ Pirates of the Caribbean or 🕷️ Haunted Mansion? 🧚♂️ Peter Pan’s Flight or 🐘 Dumbo the Flying Elephant? 🚂 Walt Disney World Railroad or 🌿 Jungle Cruise? 🏎️ Tomorrowland Speedway or 🎶 Enchanted Tiki Room? 🌀 PeopleMover or 🎭 Carousel of Progress? 🌟 Seven Dwarfs Mine Train or ⚡ Tron Lightcycle Run? 🚀 Astro Orbiter or 🔫 Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin? 🏰 Enchanted Tales with Belle or 🎼 Mickey’s PhilharMagic? 🧜♀️ Under the Sea - Journey of the Little Mermaid or 🎠 Prince Charming Regal Carrousel? 🏰 The Hall of Presidents or 🚢 Liberty Square Riverboat? 🏝️ Magic Carpets of Aladdin or 🌳 Swiss Family Treehouse? Eats & Treats 🍦🍿 🍪 Churros or 🍍 Dole Whip? 🍫 Mickey Mouse Ice Cream Bar or 🍍 Dole Whip? 🌭 Casey’s Corner or 🍔 Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café? 🍿 Popcorn or 🥨 Mickey Pretzel? 🍽️ Cinderella’s Royal Table or 🏰 The Crystal Palace? Disney Dreams ✨🏨 🏰 Stay in Cinderella Castle Suite for One Night Only or 🏝️ Stay in a Polynesian Village Resort Bungalow for a Week? 👻 Sleep in the Haunted Mansion or 🏴☠️ Sleep in Pirates of the Caribbean? Park Strategy 🕰️🎡 ☀️ Start your day at Magic Kingdom or 🌙 End your day at Magic Kingdom? 🍽️ Quick Service Dining or 🍷 Table Service Dining? 🍽️ Be Our Guest or 🍝 Tony’s Town Square Restaurant? Which picks would YOU choose? Let us know in the comments and join us for this fun-filled discussion! 🌟🎙️✨ 🎙️ Share your thoughts! Leave us a message at . 🌐 Find us online at 👍 Like our Facebook page & join our Disney-loving group! 🐦 Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for more Disney fun! 📩 Have a show idea or want to be on the podcast? Email 🏰 Planning a Disney Vacation Club stay? For the best deals on DVC Resale contracts and DVC rentals, visit our sponsor DVC Shop at !
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MTP 415: Sailing On Disney Treasure With Jodi
02/11/2025
MTP 415: Sailing On Disney Treasure With Jodi
Join us as Sheila talks with Jodi from Timeless Tales Travel about her recent seven-night cruise on Disney's newest ship, Disney Treasure! Joining her on this voyage were her husband and her two boys. Jodi shares lots of information about her experience onboard the ship as well as the three port calls, which included Tortola and Saint Thomas! Listen in for some great tips and advice for when planning your Disney Cruise. To get in contact with Jodi: Facebook - By email - You can leave us a voice message at You can find us on the web at . Find us on and like our page and join our fun Disney group! You can also find us on and If you a show idea or would like to be on the show, email For the best deals on DVC Resale contracts and DVC rentals, check out our sponsor DVC Shop at
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MTP 414: A Magical Journey to Disneyland Paris with Dave & Rita Greiner
02/05/2025
MTP 414: A Magical Journey to Disneyland Paris with Dave & Rita Greiner
Sheila is delighted to welcome back past guest Dave Greiner, joined by his lovely wife, Rita, as they share their enchanting adventure at Disneyland Paris! With just one day to explore, they made every moment count—discover how they experienced the charm, wonder, and magic of the park in true Disney fashion. ✨ Did they see Sleeping Beauty’s Castle in all its fairy-tale splendor? ✨ How did they make the most of their limited time? ✨ What special Disney touches made their trip unforgettable? Tune in for their très magnifique Disneyland Paris experience! 🎙️ Share your thoughts! Leave us a message at . 🌐 Find us online at 👍 Like our Facebook page & join our Disney-loving group! 🐦 Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for more Disney fun! 📩 Have a show idea or want to be on the podcast? Email 🏰 Planning a Disney Vacation Club stay? For the best deals on DVC Resale contracts and DVC rentals, visit our sponsor DVC Shop at !
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MTP 413: From Onstage To Backstage with Cassidy Wojcik
01/27/2025
MTP 413: From Onstage To Backstage with Cassidy Wojcik
Join us as Sheila and Bill as they welcome back fourth-time guest and former Disney College Program Cast Member, Cassidy Wojcik. Follow along as she continues following her Disney dreams and take a peek backstage as she shares her latest adventure as an engineering intern at Walt Disney World! 💖 Oh, join our merry crew online, On Facebook, where the dreamers shine! 💫🌈 A whimsical group, both bright and true, Awaiting Disney magic with you! 🏰🎠 On Twitter and Insta, don’t be shy, 🐦📸 For updates, musings, and fun—oh my! 🎵😄 Stay tuned for all that Disney brings, With magic news and wondrous things! 🪄✨ Got ideas or tales to weave? 💡📧 Email Sheila—you won’t believe! 🌟💌 ’s the place, Where Disney dreams take flight through space! 🚀💫 For DVC deals that can’t be beat, 🏠💰 DVC Shop makes dreams complete! 💖✨ At DVCShop.com, find your way, To Disney ownership today! 🏰🥳
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Bonus 152: Disney+ Take 4: February 2025
01/25/2025
Bonus 152: Disney+ Take 4: February 2025
💖✨💌 Join us now, dear friends so true, With Patrick, Sheila, and Ric, too! 🎶 In love and magic, we shall glance, At Disney+—oh, what a dance! 💕🎥 February’s here with hearts aglow, ❤️🎉 Streaming wonders steal the show! 🎬✨ Beloved tales and stories bright, A Disney lineup, pure delight! 🌟💖 So raise a glass to fun so sweet, 🥂🎶 With laughter, love, and joy complete! 😂❤️ From hidden gems to classic finds, Let’s journey through these Disney times! 🚂💘 So grab your Mickey ears—come near! 🎩🎊 For Disney+ delights this year! 🍿✨ Subscribe and share the love divine, And stream with us this Valentine! 💌🎆 💖 Oh, join our merry crew online, On Facebook, where the dreamers shine! 💫🌈 A whimsical group, both bright and true, Awaiting Disney magic with you! 🏰🎠 On Twitter and Insta, don’t be shy, 🐦📸 For updates, musings, and fun—oh my! 🎵😄 Stay tuned for all that Disney brings, With magic news and wondrous things! 🪄✨ Got ideas or tales to weave? 💡📧 Email Sheila—you won’t believe! 🌟💌 ’s the place, Where Disney dreams take flight through space! 🚀💫 For DVC deals that can’t be beat, 🏠💰 DVC Shop makes dreams complete! 💖✨ At DVCShop.com, find your way, To Disney ownership today! 🏰🥳
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MTP 412: Gobble, Gobble, Pixie Dust and Hot Takes: Jackson’s Thanksgiving Disney Adventure! 🎉✨
01/21/2025
MTP 412: Gobble, Gobble, Pixie Dust and Hot Takes: Jackson’s Thanksgiving Disney Adventure! 🎉✨
Here’s a Muppet-style version of your show notes, packed with whimsy, fun, and a little chaotic energy! 🎉🎭 IT’S SHOWTIME, FRIENDS! 🎭🎉 Wocka Wocka! Join our wacky Monorail crew as Patrick and Ric chat with our young pal, Jackson, and his fabulous family—Dave, Mallory, and Madison—about their latest Thanksgiving adventure at Disney! 🦃✨ We’re dishing out all the deets on their magical meal at The Cake Bake Shop (ooh, fancy! 🍰✨), feasting on Thanksgiving dinner at Disney Springs (pass the stuffing! 🥧🦃), and getting some piping hot takes from Jackson, who’s feeling a tad salty 🌊 over a recent Disney announcement! 🎥 Check out Jackson’s YouTube channel, The Disney Crew, for more magical mischief! 👉 🎤💫 Got a tale to tell? A magical moment to share? Leave us a voice message! We promise to listen… unless Gonzo gets tangled in the wires again. 🎙️💥🐔 🗣️ 🌟 Step into our enchanted portal, where pixie dust is practically a currency! 🏰✨ 🎭 Join our merry band of Disney dreamers! 🎩 Like our Facebook page, hop into our whimsical Disney group, and share your love of all things magical! 📸 Follow us for all the latest Disney delights! 🕊️ Twitter: @MonorailTales 📷 Instagram: @MonorailTales 💌 Have a dream-worthy show idea? Wanna join the fun? Email our fearless leader, Sheila (who somehow keeps this whole show on the rails 🎢), at ! 🏰💰 Looking for the BEST deals on DVC Resale contracts and rentals? Our friends at DVC Shop have you covered! 🌟 🛍️✨ ✨🎶 And remember, folks… “Life’s like a Monorail ride, with ups and downs and a whole lotta fun!” 🚝🎵 SEE YA NEXT TIME! SAME MONORAIL TIME, SAME MONORAIL CHANNEL! 🚝💨 🐸🦅🐷💖 Cue the confetti cannon! 🎊💥
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