✨ Castles to Cauldrons is your go-to family vacation podcast for all things Disney Parks and Universal Studios Resorts. Hosted by Jason, Rachel, Terri, and Myka, we share insider tips, park news, dining reviews, and travel planning advice to help you create magical memories at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Universal Orlando. Whether you’re dreaming of castles, thrill rides, or cauldrons of Butterbeer, our episodes bring the magic straight to you. Proudly sponsored by Magical Travel, making your next Disney or Universal vacation stress-free and unforgettable.
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In this episode, the hosts discuss their personal experiences at Disneyland and Walt Disney World, including recent trips and upcoming events. They delve into the Earmarked program, which recognizes agencies with strong relationships with Disney, and share insights on the 2026 plans for Walt Disney World, including new attractions and festivals. The conversation highlights the importance of personal experiences in planning D...
In this episode of Castles to Cauldrons, hosts Jason, Myka, and Terri discuss a variety of topics including the latest news from Universal and Disney, the new family-friendly resort at Universal, and the mixed reactions to the Moana live-action trailer. They also explore the trend of Disney's live-action remakes and share their thoughts on Thanksgiving traditions and what they are thankful for in the realm of Disney and Universal e...
In this episode of Castles of Cauldrons, host Jason Davis and guests Myka, Terry, and newcomer Daphne discuss their experiences with Disney, including the impact of COVID-19 on trips, military discounts, and the latest news from Disney parks. They engage in a fun 'This or That' game comparing various attractions and experiences, culminating in a debate over beloved fireworks shows and the merits of different park transportation opt...
1. The Excitement of Disney Travel
With Rachel away at Disneyland representing their agency, Jason, Myka, and Terri reminisce about their own Disney experiences. Jason expresses his enthusiasm for the upcoming cruise on The Destiny, which promises a heroes and villains theme featuring beloved characters like Spider-Man and Black Panther. The group is eager to hear about Rachel's adventures and hopes for future trips to Di...
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In this episode, the hosts discuss their experiences with Disney, including celebrity encounters, travel agency insights, and the latest Disney discounts. They delve into the dynamic pricing model being introduced at Disney parks, the innovations in animatronics, and provide a preview of the Disney Destiny cruise, highlighting improvements and new features. The conversation also covers the theatrical shows on the cruise, par...
Do you believe that Disney’s Hollywood Studios is somewhat deficient? Although we appreciate the park, we thought of some enhancements to create a more fulfilling experience.
Which suggestions do you resonate with the most, and what would be your contributions to the park?
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Join us as we welcome Allison and Siobhan while talk about our last days in Orlando, with a Trip to Walt Disney World and doing all four parks in a day. We were able to experience Beak and Barrel, and our thoughts on the atmosphere.
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In this episode, the presenters revisit their latest holiday, talking about their time at Universal Orlando and attending the Candlelight Procession. They provide thoughts on the various attractions, accommodations, and distinctions among the Universal theme parks. The dialogue emphasizes their preferred rides, culinary adventures, and the overall pleasure of the journey, with particular attention given to the areas t...
This is it! We have at last arrived at two of the events we have been eagerly looking forward to, recording live and, above all, Halloween Horror Nights! Heather is with us as we talk about our list of houses and how it stacks up against our excitement list.
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Today, Renee is here to discuss the updates from Destination D23. As always, our chat wanders into various related subjects. Will Villainsland become a reality? Did the red Lightcycle run make Tron Ares a hit at the box office?
If you're interested in planning your Disney trip with Renee's assistance, you can contact her at reneemagicaltravel@yahoo.com.
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This episode discusses Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando, including ideas for creepy treats and useful tips for getting ready.
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Magical Travel had the chance to be among the first to see Royal Caribbean's latest ship, Star of the Sea!
Glenn and Jason felt privileged to represent Magical Travel and discover everything the Star has in store, including its dining, entertainment, and unique experiences, which they are excited to share.
If you want to get ahold of Glenn to help plan your vacation, you can email him: glenn@magical...
With the announcement of all the houses, scare zones, and experiences, we are eagerly waiting for what excites us most about HHN 2025 at Universal Orlando. Today, Heather Collea joins us to share her thoughts on what she anticipates for this year, comparing it to her previous experience in Hollywood last year!
To reach out to Heather for assistance in planning your HHN visit or any family vacation, you can c...
The back-to-school season has arrived for kids! Today, we’ll discuss school timetables and what to bring in your backpack for theme parks, including food options, packing tips, and many other details!
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We are excited to have our six-time guests, Siobhan and Allison, with us. Together, we dive into a variety of casual chats about news from Disney and Universal, plus how we fill our days away from the theme parks.
For those interested in reaching out to Allison for assistance planning a Disney, Universal, or other family trips, you can email her at Allison@MagicalTravel.com.
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Today, we will discuss the holiday events at Walt Disney World, celebrate Disneyland's 70th anniversary, and, naturally, explore the scare zones from Halloween Horror Nights!
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In this episode, we have a great time as we plan a trip to Walt Disney World without worrying about money! We discuss the hotel to book, the restaurant to dine in, the attractions to enjoy, and we also pick a surprise activity!
How would your dream vacation to Walt Disney World be if money was no object?
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Today, we're discussing the Moderate resorts at Walt Disney World! We'll cover topics like themes, transport options, and much more. Which Moderate resort do you like the most?
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Today, we have Allison with us, and we will discuss the top three experiences at Walt Disney World that first-time visitors should not miss.
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Following a brief moment of silence for MuppetVision, we discuss the latest updates from Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Universal Orlando. This includes the closure date for Rivers of America, new additions coming to Disneyland, and news about Halloween Horror Nights!
Next, Jason shares his recent experience on a Disney Cruise Line trip to Alaska aboard the Disney Wonder, marking his first cruise in a dec...
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The Burden is a documentary series that takes listeners into the hidden places where justice is done (and undone). It dives deep into the lives of heroes and villains. And it focuses a spotlight on those who triumph even when the odds are against them. Season 5 - The Burden: Death & Deceit in Alliance On April Fools Day 1999, 26-year-old Yvonne Layne was found murdered in her Alliance, Ohio home. David Thorne, her ex-boyfriend and father of one of her children, was instantly a suspect. Another young man admitted to the murder, and David breathed a sigh of relief, until the confessed murderer fingered David; “He paid me to do it.” David was sentenced to life without parole. Two decades later, Pulitzer winner and podcast host, Maggie Freleng (Bone Valley Season 3: Graves County, Wrongful Conviction, Suave) launched a “live” investigation into David's conviction alongside Jason Baldwin (himself wrongfully convicted as a member of the West Memphis Three). Maggie had come to believe that the entire investigation of David was botched by the tiny local police department, or worse, covered up the real killer. Was Maggie correct? Was David’s claim of innocence credible? In Death and Deceit in Alliance, Maggie recounts the case that launched her career, and ultimately, “broke” her.” The results will shock the listener and reduce Maggie to tears and self-doubt. This is not your typical wrongful conviction story. In fact, it turns the genre on its head. It asks the question: What if our champions are foolish? Season 4 - The Burden: Get the Money and Run “Trying to murder my father, this was the thing that put me on the path.” That’s Joe Loya and that path was bank robbery. Bank, bank, bank, bank, bank. In season 4 of The Burden: Get the Money and Run, we hear from Joe who was once the most prolific bank robber in Southern California, and beyond. He used disguises, body doubles, proxies. He leaped over counters, grabbed the money and ran. Even as the FBI was closing in. It was a showdown between a daring bank robber, and a patient FBI agent. Joe was no ordinary bank robber. He was bright, articulate, charismatic, and driven by a dark rage that he summoned up at will. In seven episodes, Joe tells all: the what, the how… and the why. Including why he tried to murder his father. Season 3 - The Burden: Avenger Miriam Lewin is one of Argentina’s leading journalists today. At 19 years old, she was kidnapped off the streets of Buenos Aires for her political activism and thrown into a concentration camp. Thousands of her fellow inmates were executed, tossed alive from a cargo plane into the ocean. Miriam, along with a handful of others, will survive the camp. Then as a journalist, she will wage a decades long campaign to bring her tormentors to justice. Avenger is about one woman’s triumphant battle against unbelievable odds to survive torture, claim justice for the crimes done against her and others like her, and change the future of her country. Season 2 - The Burden: Empire on Blood Empire on Blood is set in the Bronx, NY, in the early 90s, when two young drug dealers ruled an intersection known as “The Corner on Blood.” The boss, Calvin Buari, lived large. He and a protege swore they would build an empire on blood. Then the relationship frayed and the protege accused Calvin of a double homicide which he claimed he didn’t do. But did he? Award-winning journalist Steve Fishman spent seven years to answer that question. This is the story of one man’s last chance to overturn his life sentence. He may prevail, but someone’s gotta pay. The Burden: Empire on Blood is the director’s cut of the true crime classic which reached #1 on the charts when it was first released half a dozen years ago. Season 1 - The Burden In the 1990s, Detective Louis N. Scarcella was legendary. In a city overrun by violent crime, he cracked the toughest cases and put away the worst criminals. “The Hulk” was his nickname. Then the story changed. Scarcella ran into a group of convicted murderers who all say they are innocent. They turned themselves into jailhouse-lawyers and in prison founded a lway firm. When they realized Scarcella helped put many of them away, they set their sights on taking him down. And with the help of a NY Times reporter they have a chance. For years, Scarcella insisted he did nothing wrong. But that’s all he’d say. Until we tracked Scarcella to a sauna in a Russian bathhouse, where he started to talk..and talk and talk. “The guilty have gone free,” he whispered. And then agreed to take us into the belly of the beast. Welcome to The Burden.
"SmartLess" with Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, & Will Arnett is a podcast that connects and unites people from all walks of life to learn about shared experiences through thoughtful dialogue and organic hilarity. A nice surprise: in each episode of SmartLess, one of the hosts reveals his mystery guest to the other two. What ensues is a genuinely improvised and authentic conversation filled with laughter and newfound knowledge to feed the SmartLess mind. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of SmartLess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
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