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139 episodes

Ep. 247: Like, Love, & Loathe: Diagon Alley

We're still here.  In this short episode we discuss things we like, love and loathe about one of the best lands in all of the theme park world.  Thanks for listening and have a great week.

22m
Apr 01, 2024
Ep. 246 WDW vs Universal March Madness Conclusion

What a doozy we have for you dandies today!  We conclude the battle for the GGG "Best Ride Between the Behemoths of central Florida".  Trademark pending.  Tears were shed.  Emotional damage was endured.  Lifelong friendships tested to the core.  We hope you do not have to go through what we went through to make this decision.  Enjoy this upsetting episode.  Like the Rock says, "It doesn't matter what the GGG thinks!"  Have a great week.

1h 1m
Mar 26, 2024
Ep. 245 : March Madness - WDW vs Universal Battle Royale

We are back!  This week we begin with our first part of the battle royale of all battle royale's.  The battle for best ride between the two giants of central Florida.  WDW vs Universal in an epic battle royale.  We had some fun with this one and we hope you do as well.  Have a great week.

49m
Mar 18, 2024
Ep. 244: Universal Studios Florida Ride Rankings

Welcome back, listeners! Today we travel back down the road to Universal Studios Florida to rank their rides. Was it controversial? You'll have to listen to find out! AND, we give you a sneak-peek into our next month of programming. We thinks it's something royale you won't want to miss.

35m
Mar 11, 2024
Ep. 243: Guys Trip Recap

Hello all!  This week we hit the highlights from our guys trip with some special guests.  Fun was had and memories were made on this trip.  We hope you enjoy this recap.  Thanks for listening!

42m
Feb 26, 2024
Ep. 242:Our Birthday at WDW!

Happy President's Day to all, and happy birthday to Craig! In today's special holiday episode, we each share how we would spend our birthday if we could spend it anyway we wanted to at Walt Disney World. How much food will Matt eat? How long will Derek nap? Will Craig have more than a dozen cream cheese pretzels? You'll have to listen to find out in this fun and laughter-filled episode!

34m
Feb 19, 2024
Ep. 241: WDW Soup-er Bowls!

Just in time for half-time of the big game.  We talk about some of our favorite soups and snacks with GGG super fan Cooper.  Thank for joining us Cooper.  Everyone have a great week.

32m
Feb 12, 2024
Ep. 240: runDisney and Dining at Disneyland

Hey there, friends! Thanks for joining us today as we go back to Disneyland in California. In today's show Matt shares some thoughts on the good and bad of runDisney's return to the West Coast, and we also have a thorough discussion about why you need to sample dozens of food items when you visit Disneyland. As always, we appreciate all of our listeners for their support of our show. Tell your friends, neighbors, and everyone you know to give us a listen!

39m
Feb 05, 2024
Ep. 239: Why Disneyland is Better Than WDW

We're headed to the West Coast for today's episode, foolish mortals! Join us as Matt shares his thoughts of his recent trip to the original Walt Disney creation, Disneyland! In this episode he shares why he thinks you should visit DL and will actually enjoy it more than a trip to WDW in Florida. Let us know if you agree or disagree with his takes, and as always, hurry ba-aaack!

47m
Jan 29, 2024
Ep. 238: Like, Love & Loathe: Universal CityWalk

You're still here?  Great!  We are back at Universal this week.  This time giving CityWalk a dose of GGG LLL.   Thanks for listening and have a great week.

24m
Jan 22, 2024
Ep. 237: Universal Islands of Adventure Ride Rankings

Welcome!  This week Chris is back to help us rank the rides of IOA.  Who will be upset first?  Who will mispronounce your child's favorite dinosaur?  Listen in and you'll see. Thank you for listening and a big thank you to Chris for staying around for another week.  Have a great week.

41m
Jan 15, 2024
Ep. 236: Visiting with the Grim Grinning GIF Guy!

Welcome back, foolish mortals! Today we welcome our good friend, Chris Futrell, back into the graveyard to catch up his latest travels and travel planning. A longtime supporter of the show, Chris talks with us about holiday parties at WDW, the advantages of staying at lesser-known hotels, and much more. We hope you enjoy "visiting" with Chris as much as we did!

40m
Jan 08, 2024
Ep. 235: What Makes WDW Special at Christmas?

Welcome to our short Christmas reflections episode.  Thank you for listening and we hope you have a wonderful Christmas.

18m
Dec 25, 2023
Ep.234: In-park Quick Service Battle Royale

**Warning the first few minutes of this episode may scare the littles.**  We were just really excited to have another battle royale.  This week we are rejuvenated by a classic segment.  This battle royale pits quick service restaurants from all parks.  Many travesties have occurred on GGG in the past, but possibly none more egregious as this one.  Thanks to Dad Lightyear for joining us again this week.  Share your favorite qs dining with us.  Have a great week!

51m
Dec 18, 2023
Ep. 233: Dad Lightyear’s Summer RTR

Hello again, happy haunts! Today we welcome our good friend, Dad Lightyear (Brian) back into the graveyard to discuss his family trip to WDW this past summer. Listen in as he shares with us some great tips, his time staying at Caribbean Beach Resort, and how his family maximized their park experience while also taking plenty of time to slow down and relax.  Thanks for listening, and hurry ba-aack!

59m
Dec 14, 2023
Ep. 232: TNT! (Tips N Tricks)

Join us for a long-overdue episode, as we share with you some helpful info as you plan your next trip to WDW!

43m
Dec 04, 2023
Ep. 231: Craig’s Turkey RTR

Welcome back!  This week we get the deets from Craig on his Thanksgiving week trip.  It was a quick but eventful trip.  Have a great week!

1h 1m
Nov 27, 2023
Ep. 230: Thanks-Dis-ving 2023

Welcome back listeners.  This week we return with our time honored Thanksgiving tradition, Thanksdisving.  We share some things we are thankful for and what will be receiving our most prestigious award.  We hope you are enjoying your turkey day and thanks for listening.

25m
Nov 23, 2023
Ep. 229: To Be or Not to Be...That’s Right

One of our most controversial (?) segments is back, as we head to the year 2050 to talk to our future selves! What is still around at WDW? Is Genie+ still a thing? Have they added a fifth gate? Join the conversation as we discuss all of this and more in one of our "wackier" episodes! This one's for you, Dad Lightyear.

37m
Nov 16, 2023
THROWBACK Episode: Revisiting #152

Hey there, happy haunts! Due to the stomach bug impeding on the GGG recording schedule, we don't have a new episode for you this week (we'll be back to our "regularly scheduled programming" next week), we are reposting one of our listeners' all-time favorites, Episode #152: Making the Case with Douglas T. Bates IV! We think you'll laugh and have fun listening to us get roasted...again. See you next week!

51m
Nov 07, 2023
Ep. 228: New Changes at WDW

Welcome Mortals!  This week we discuss some of the changes coming to WDW that could affect your travel plans.  As always, thanks for listening and have a great week.

39m
Oct 30, 2023
Ep. 227: Disney Cruise Line 101

Welcome aboard, foolish mortals!  In today's episode we head out to sea to discuss the Disney Cruise Line for the very first time. Matt shares some of his recent experiences with DCL as he shares why it's his new favorite way to experience Disney! Listen in as we discuss dining (of course), entertainment, Castaway Cay, the kids clubs and more. AND, for the first time in show history, one of our children join us to share their thoughts, as well! It's certainly a MILESTONE episode that you don't want to miss!

57m
Oct 23, 2023
Ep. 226: Guys’ Trip RTR

It's time for another RTR from our guys trip back in February.  Perhaps our manliestly episode ever, but then again perhaps not.  Have a great week!

49m
Oct 16, 2023
Ep. 225: Clay’s Super Family RTR

Hello, listeners.  Today we have friend of the show, Clay, on to give us an RTR of his family trip back in May.  If you have an interest in joining the GGG for an RTR or send a show idea send us an email at grimgrinningguys@gmail.com or reach out to us on X or Facebook.  Have a great week!

58m
Oct 09, 2023
Ep. 224: Genie+ and Lightning Lane Tips!

Ready for some good advice that can save you time??? Give this episode a listen as we try to help you maximize your days at WDW with some Lightning Lane tips!

40m
Oct 02, 2023
Ep. 223: Craig & Matt’s Universal Orlando RTR

Hello again, foolish mortals!  Today we travel to a different part of Orlando and Craig and Matt take the listener through a virtual tour of Universal Orlando (which they visited in May of 2023).  What were their favorite rides?  Are there aspect of Universal that are actaully better than WDW?  Should YOU visit Universal?  Find out in this week's episode.  You might even find some helpful information along the way! If you're looking for help planning your next Universal or Disney vacation, contact Matt at matthew@sharethemagictravel.com.

1h 2m
Sep 25, 2023
Ep 222 This, That and Those

Welcome back!  This week we talk about this, that and those, where we discuss past changes and places we would like to stay on property.  Thanks for listening and let us know your answers to our discussion.  Have a great week!

38m
Sep 18, 2023
Ep. 221: Like, Love, & Loathe: Destination D23

And once again, we're back!  It's like we never left, right?  THANK YOU so much for continuing to follow along and stick with us all this time! Today we return to one of our favorite segments, Like-Love-Loathe!  What did we like coming out of this past weekend's Destination D23 event?  What did we fall in love with?  And what did we absolutely loathe?  You know we have plenty of opinions, and we're ready to share them with YOU!   If I (Matt) can help you plan a trip, contact me at matthew@sharethemagictravel.com and feel free to ask me anything!

38m
Sep 11, 2023
Derek’s Ridiculous-Trip-Rundown

Back again! This time we have a trip rundown from Derek. Thanks for listening.  Have a merry Christmas!

54m
Dec 19, 2022
Ep. 219: Catching Up with the Guys

It's been a good long while, but Triple G has returned from an extended hiatus!  We hope you enjoy today's episode as we ramble through our thoughts about upcoming trips, recent changes at WDW, and more.  Thanks for sticking with us all this time!

33m
Dec 05, 2022