Podcast

That Park Life: a Theme Park Podcast

Places & Travel, Society & Culture

Weekly Orlando Theme Park content that includes: Disney & Universal tips, history, Resort Rundowns, news, food reviews and more!

Places & Travel chart
#70
Episodes
373
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
1 hr 4 min
On air since
2019
Latest episode
6 days ago

Episodes

373 episodes, newest first

  1. The Haunting of Disney Parks: Vol. 6

    Episode 375

    Show notes

    We're back with our annual ghost story episode! We've got some spooky tales of hauntings experienced at Disney Parks - just in time for Halloween 2026!

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks
    Greg's Other Podcast: The Quick Escape Podcast

    59 min
  2. Disney Ride Rundown: Haunted Mansion Part 3

    Episode 374

    Show notes

    Welcome Foolish Mortals - the ride rundown you've waited for is here! We have so many details to share that we can't possibly fit it in one episode. So we present Part 3, which focuses on the Music Room, the Endless Staircase, the Endless Hallway, the Conservatory, the Corridor of Doors and the Seance Room. Stay tuned for Part 4 in two weeks!

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks
    Greg's Other Podcast: The Quick Escape Podcast

    1 hr 5 min
  3. Disney Ride Rundown: Haunted Mansion Part 2

    Episode 373

    Show notes

    Welcome Foolish Mortals - the ride rundown you've waited for is here! We have so many details to share that we can't possibly fit it in one episode. So we present Part 2, which focuses on the queue, the foyer, the Stretching Room, the Corridor and the Library. Stay tuned for Part 3 next week!

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks
    Greg's Other Podcast: The Quick Escape Podcast

    1 hr 12 min
  4. Disney Ride Rundown: Haunted Mansion Part 1

    Episode 372

    Show notes

    Welcome Foolish Mortals - the ride rundown you've waited for is here! We have so many details to share that we can't possibly fit it in one episode. So we present Part 1, which focuses on the haunted history of this attraction, how it came to be, and along the way with start busting some myths. Stay tuned for Part 2 when we start going scene by scene within the ride!

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks
    Greg's Other Podcast: The Quick Escape Podcast

    1 hr 14 min
  5. What Rides Should You Rope Drop in Each Park?

    Episode 371

    Show notes

    Which rides should you do if you're rope dropping? The first hour of the park is critical to maximizing your ride time. So we've got a list for each park!

    Plus Greg catches up on some time in Hollywood Studios.

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks
    Greg's Other Podcast: The Quick Escape Podcast

    55 min
  6. Answering Your Random Disney Trip Planning Questions: Volume 3

    Episode 370

    Show notes

    Digging back into mailbox today to answer your trip planning questions submitted via our "Ask Beth & Greg" feature. We cover a wide range of park planning tips and strategies today!

    Also: Greg catches up on his recent Magic Kingdom visit.

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @TheRealBethMcDonald and @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks
    Greg's Other Podcast: The Quick Escape Podcast

    1 hr 10 min
  7. Catching up on Greg's Disney Park visits and News

    Episode 369

    Show notes

    We gotta catch up on some park adventures from the last 2 weeks, including: a concert dining package at Epcot, Moonlight Magic at Epcot featuring some Food & Wine dishes, and a Skyliner Resort hop adventure.

    Plus: we catch up on some Disney news nuggets.

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks

    1 hr 12 min
  8. How Many Park Days Do You Actually Need in Disney World?

    Episode 368

    Show notes

    The question is simple: How Many Park Days Do You Actually Need in Disney World? But the answer is a little more complex, and it depends on what you consider necessary to do.

    We each answer the question and create a high-level overview of what those days entail in order to get the full WDW experience. We hope this helps you decide which park ticket to get!

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @TheRealBethMcDonald and @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks

    1 hr 4 min
  9. Things To Do in Disney World At Night Without Alcohol

    Episode 367

    Show notes

    We received a question: "Do you have recs for fun nightlife things for adults to do who don’t drink? Maybe a cool place with mocktails and music or anything of the sort?" So here are a list of things to do, primarily in the evening, that offer live music, activities, events, etc without the need for drinking cocktails, beer, or wine (although - you sure can at most of these places!)

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @TheRealBethMcDonald and @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks

    1 hr 3 min
  10. Eating All Day in Magic Kingdom For Under $100

    Episode 366

    Show notes

    We present to you a trip planning tool to keep under a certain budget while still enjoying the food of the parks. In this series we're keeping the budget at $50 per adult, including applicable taxes. Look out for other episodes covering the other parks!

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @TheRealBethMcDonald and @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks

    51 min
  11. Everything New Coming to Disney World: D23 Announcement Digest

    Episode 365

    Show notes

    This one is PACKED with information on all the rides and lands coming to Disney World that were announced in this weekend's D23 convention in Anaheim. Lots of Villains Land, Piston Peak, and Monstropolis talk. And, of course, a bunch of info on the Tropical Americas area in Animal Kingdom. Plus so much more!

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @TheRealBethMcDonald and @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks
    Greg's Other Podcast: The Quick Escape Podcast

    1 hr 4 min
  12. Answering Your Random Disney Trip Planning Questions: Volume 2

    Episode 364

    Show notes

    We dig into the mailbox today to answer your trip planning questions submitted via our "Ask Beth & Greg" feature. We cover a wide range of park planning tips and strategies today!

    Also: Greg catches up on his recent Magic Kingdom visit.

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @TheRealBethMcDonald and @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks
    Greg's Other Podcast: The Quick Escape Podcast

    1 hr 3 min
  13. Disney Trip Rundown with Guest AllieMaeOnMain

    Episode 363

    Show notes

    We're joined by Allie today to discuss her recent trip including 3 resort stays, new dining experiences, and more!

    Follow Allie @AllieMaeOnMain

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @TheRealBethMcDonald and @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks
    Greg's Other Podcast: The Quick Escape Podcast

    1 hr 3 min
  14. How Long Would We Wait for the Top 5 Popular Rides in Animal Kingdom

    Episode 362

    Show notes

    These are the rides with the Top 5 Longest Average Wait times in Animal Kingdom. We’ll talk about whether WE would wait that time, if we have any tips to avoid the long wait, and look at how long our IG followers would wait.

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @TheRealBethMcDonald and @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks
    Greg's Other Podcast: The Quick Escape Podcast

    1 hr 3 min
  15. Answering Your Random Disney Trip Planning Questions

    Episode 361

    Show notes

    We dig into the mailbox today to answer your trip planning questions submitted via our "Ask Beth & Greg" feature. We cover a wide range of park planning tips and strategies today!

    Also: Greg catches up on his recent Epcot rope drop experience.

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @TheRealBethMcDonald and @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks
    Greg's Other Podcast: The Quick Escape Podcast

    1 hr
  16. Defunct Ride Rundown: Mr. Toads Wild Ride

    Episode 360

    Show notes

    What a wild and weird ride it was! We break down the history, the story, the difference between Disneyland's and WDW's versions, and what replaced it. If you had the chance to experience this ride - consider yourself lucky...and brave!

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @TheRealBethMcDonald and @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks
    Greg's Other Podcast: The Quick Escape Podcast

    47 min
  17. 4 Parks 1 Day with Guest Max Kennedy

    Episode 359

    Show notes

    Max had ONE DAY on his trip to visit the parks - so he did all 4 in that one day! Hear about his plan and then what actually happened. Along the way we discuss some learning opportunities, food reviews, ride reviews, and more.

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @TheRealBethMcDonald and @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks
    Greg's Other Podcast: The Quick Escape Podcast

    1 hr 23 min
  18. Disney Projects That Never Happened: 3 Attractions in the Japan Pavilion

    Episode 358

    Show notes

    New series alert! We're kicking off a new type of episode focusing on projects that never were completed. Maybe concept art was drawn or Disney even announced it - but it never happened. On this episode we're looking at the 3 attractions planned for the Japan Pavilion in Epcot's World Showcase.

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @TheRealBethMcDonald and @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks
    Greg's Other Podcast: The Quick Escape Podcast

    56 min
  19. How Long Would We Wait for the Top 5 Popular Rides in Hollywood Studios

    Episode 357

    Show notes

    These are the rides with the Top 5 Longest Average Wait times in Hollywood Studios. We’ll talk about whether WE would wait that time, if we have any tips to avoid the long wait, and look at how long our IG followers would wait.

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @TheRealBethMcDonald and @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks
    Greg's Other Podcast: The Quick Escape Podcast

    1 hr 17 min
  20. Park Potpourri: Catching Up on Disney Park News & Experiences

    Episode 356

    Show notes

    We've got a lot to catch up! Discussing the changes coming to Carousel of Progress AND the newly released details about Monsters Inc Land. Also Greg's been to the parks a bunch the last few weeks and is sharing his experiences including: rope dropping Big Thunder, the AP exclusives in Epcot, Jessie's Roundup, and more.

    Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at our Patreon page.

    Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks (Affiliate Link)

    Follow Along! Podcast Account: @ThatParkLifePodcast Beth: @TheRealBethMcDonald and @SimplisticThrills Greg: @Gregintheparks
    Greg's Other Podcast: The Quick Escape Podcast

    1 hr 5 min