We are two midwesterners who love Disney. Our goal is help you navigate all things Disney from the parks to the cruise. We want to share tips and tricks, travel plans, and must see's to help you have an amazing Disney trip!
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John Hodgman's Today in the Past podcast is now The Judge John Hodgman Podcast. Have your pressing issues decided by Famous Minor Television Personality John Hodgman, Certified Judge. If you'd like John Hodgman to solve your pressing issue, simply email it, along with your phone number, to [email protected]. THAT IS ALL.
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🎙️ Rope Drop Radio - Episode 475 Disney World HOT TAKES – Ours and Yours 🔥 You asked for it... and you delivered! This week we’re sharing our spiciest Disney World opinions—and reading YOUR hot takes straight from social media. ⭐ Listener Shoutouts: Thanks to everyone who sent us their hot takes! If we read yours, tag us on social media and let us …
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Mike wears the same cargo pants every day! He says one pair is all he needs. Gabby disagrees! She believes a person needs at least 2 pairs of pants. It’s science. But Mike says he’s too tired in the morning to think about what to wear. One pair of pants is easy! Who’s right? Who’s wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhod…
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RDR 474: Disney World vs Disneyland Coast to Coast Match Up With Alex Cenac
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1:01:51🎙️ Rope Drop Radio #474 Disney World vs. Disneyland – Coast-to-Coast Matchup with Alex Cenac This week, we’re playing a fun and friendly game of “Which is Better?”—pitting Walt Disney World against Disneyland Resort in a coast-to-coast showdown of Disney magic! 🏰✨ Joining us is our friend and travel expert Alex Cenac of Touring and Cruises to help …
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While on a drive, Vera wanted to stop and pick some persimmons from a random tree. Matt said NO! Since they don’t know the tree owners, those persimmons are FORBIDDEN FRUIT. But Vera really wants those persimmons! They’ve been holding a grudge against Matt ever since. Who’s right? Who’s wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgej…
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RDR 473: Where to Stay at Disney: Perfect Resort Picks for Every Type of Trip
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55:20🎙️ Rope Drop Radio - Episode: Where in Walt Disney World Should I Stay If…? Planning a Disney trip and stuck on which resort to choose? We've got you covered! 🏰✨ In this fun episode, we're playing a game of "Where in Walt Disney World Should I Stay If..."—tossing out different travel scenarios and recommending the perfect value, moderate, and delux…
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Andrew loves his large television but Rachel hates it. She begged him to leave the behemoth behind before moving in together. However it’s now the main TV in their home. Rachel loves living with Andrew. But she wants to evict his huge, eyesore of a television! Who's right? Who's wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgm…
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The new episode of the Members Only Mailbag is in the members-only bonus feed! Are the Hartford Whalers actually an extinct hockey team? Judge Hodgman refers to them that way, but Yael says the judge is WRONG! We hope you enjoy this short clip! For the entire episode, and the back catalog of ALL of our bonus episodes, join Maximum Fun at $5 a month…
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RDR 472: AI Takes On The Mouse: 15 Crazy WDW Facts From ChatGTP
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47:09🎙 Rope Drop Radio: Episode 472 “AI Takes on the Mouse: 15 Crazy WDW Facts from ChatGPT” Welcome back, Rope Droppers! This week, we're putting AI to the test with a magical twist. In Episode 472, we asked ChatGPT to come up with 15 wild and surprising facts about Walt Disney World—did it deliver? From underground tunnels and smelly secrets to Haunte…
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Cruel and Two Casserole Punishment Live in St. Paul
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52:48What should you do if the food at the neighborhood potluck is BAD? Plus cases about shorts in the winter, TV volume, and washing car mats in the dishwasher! All recorded LIVE at St. Paul, MN's beautiful Fitzgerald Theater! We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow us on Instagram @judgejohnhodgman! Thanks to reddi…
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RDR 471: Keep, Refurbish, or Replace: Magic Kingdom Edition
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48:27This week we’re heading into Magic Kingdom for a fun game of Keep, Refurbish, or Replace! From iconic rides to quick service spots, we’re diving into what stays, what gets a refresh, and what needs a full-on overhaul. Some picks may surprise you! We cover everything from Peter Pan and Haunted Mansion to Columbia Harbour House and Gaston’s Tavern — …
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Are you at Costco first thing in the morning? If you are browsing a store with no intention to buy anything, does that still count as shopping? What are the unspoken rules of grocery store shopping? All this and more shopping-related cases as Judge John Hodgman clears the docket! We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod!…
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This week we go month by month to explore the pros and the cons to each. Some have many great things to offer while others, not so much. Thank You to our sponsor Touring and Cruises Travel. Be sure to to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok Get a no obligation quote, at their website www.touringandcruises.com Want more Rope Drop …
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David is an art history professor. For the last year, he has been researching an early 20th-century American impressionist named Agnes Millen Richmond. He’s started buying her paintings… and they’re expensive. Susan says they have too many already! She says her husband is obsessed! Who’s right? Who’s wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us o…
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This week we tackle the question of how we plan a park day with a mid day break. What exactly do we do before the nap and after? Thank You to our sponsor Touring and Cruises Travel. Be sure to to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok Get a no obligation quote, at their website www.touringandcruises.com Want more Rope Drop Radio? S…
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Hayley can’t wait to move in with Natasha this summer. But Hayley wants to limit how many books Natasha can bring to their new place. Specifically, Hayley wants to set the limit at… ZERO BOOKS. If you do not want to hear about how a ball python eats (it involves rodents), please skip the bit from about 24:00-25:35. Pick back up when John asks where…
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RDR 468: Universal's Epic Universe Preview
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46:39This week we preview Universal's Epic Universe. Gina joins us from Touring and Cruises. She had a preview ticket and shares all about it. Check out her social media, they can all be found here! Want more Rope Drop Radio? Support the show today and Join Patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Thank You to our sponsor Touring and Cruises Travel. Be sur…
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Beth says that her friend, Aaron, "broke" their favorite board game by working too hard to "optimize gameplay." The way Aaron plays is just NO FUN, says Beth! But Aaron says that identifying systems IS fun! Who's right? Who's wrong? Plus! Swift Justice cases about plant propagation containers and the pronunciation of the word, "hammock." We are on …
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The new episode of the Members Only Mailbag is in the members-only bonus feed! This month, the J Squad is talking about an airport dog for some reason. We hope you enjoy this short clip! For the entire episode, and the back catalog of ALL of our bonus episodes, join Maximum Fun at $5 a month. Just go to maximumfun.org/join! Judge John Hodgman is me…
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RDR 467: Love It or Hate It: Epcot "Future World"
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51:32This week we tackle the front of Epcot with a little Love it or hate it! Sarah joins us from Touring and Cruises. Check out her social media, they can all be found here! Want more Rope Drop Radio? Support the show today and Join Patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Thank You to our sponsor Touring and Cruises Travel. Be sure to to follow them on F…
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Lauren loved playing the piano as a child and regrets quitting. She wants to get a piano and start playing again. But John says pianos are too big and too loud. He thinks she should get a keyboard instead. Then Lauren can play in total silence with headphones on. This makes Lauren sad! Who's right? Who's wrong? Check out this episode on YouTube for…
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