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Rope Dropping Knowledge233: Disney UninspiredEpisode 233 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! We talk a lot of Disney business this episode, but our giveaway is still live, so listen to win! Our first Inspire park visit. Brian is upset with an HOA permitted movie night. The Premiere Pass is here. Trade offs, not solutions.A cookie shot in Taste Talk and as always we drop the latest in Disney news! You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode at our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2024-10-261h 29Rope Dropping Knowledge223: Supersized DisneyEpisode 223 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! This is a Supersized episode where we catch up with you and a ton of Disney items! Our giveaway is still live so listen and enter! This nearly two hour edition spans Pixar Place, The MCU, Star Wars and more. Brian was deceived in Taste Talk, and as always, we drop the latest in Disney news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode at our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2024-03-231h 50Rope Dropping Knowledge207: Comic-Con Disney WeekendEpisode 207 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Our July giveaway is live, so listen for a chance to win a magical Crown! We went to ComicCon and Disneyland in the same weekend. We talk about all our fun! Brian gives a credit card points lecture. We ran into our favorite voice at Carthay Circle and taste some new and delicious dishes. As always, we drop the latest in Disney news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode at...2023-07-271h 12Rope Dropping Knowledge197: Birthday Days And GiveawaysEpisode 197 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Giveaways galore, listen to win! CHOC fundraiser update! Brian’s birthday weekend recap. New changes at Disney World coming! Carthay Circle in Taste Talk and as always we drop the latest in Disney news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode at our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2023-05-101h 04Rope Dropping Knowledge173: Defending Chapek?Episode 173 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! We have a new giveaway winner, but catch us at the parks on Friday October 28th to win a Minnie Mouse Kate Spade card wallet! The Tech Live Conference happened this week, is Brian defending Bob Chapek? More churros in Taste Talk! As always we drop the latest in Disney news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode at our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2022-10-281h 03Rope Dropping Knowledge158: Disney July Heat & HatersEpisode 158 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Our July Thunderous Giveaway is live, so listen to win! Brian is back from the New Jersey heat, he talks about his east coast adventure. Super Fan giveaway on July 24th! Adult Disney fans still hated, and we break it down. Homemade Shawarma in Taste Talk, and as always we drop the latest in Disney news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode at our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2022-07-171h 16Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 151: Tracey Hates TeenagersEpisode 151 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! After Brian starts the podcast on a somber note we discuss THT (Tracey Hating Teenagers) and we have fun doing it! We actually paid to go on Rise of The Resistance and Brian has a surprise reaction. We go to Heart Burn City in Taste Talk and as always we drop the latest in Disney news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode at our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2022-05-261h 01Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 149: May Disney NewsEpisode 149 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Our May giveaway is live so listen to win awesome Disney merch! The NorCaloratti gifted Brian with some awesome birthday surprises! We have a new cast member spotlight. Disney’s Q2 earnings call has some interesting insights. Finally we close the chapter on this year’s Food and Wine Festival treats and as always we drop the latest in Disney news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode at our official website: www.R...2022-05-151h 06Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 148: Brian's Disney BirthdayEpisode 148 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! We have a winner for our April giveaway and our May giveaway just launched! Listen to win awesome Disney merch! It’s Brian’s Disney birthday weekend, and we’re going to the parks! Tomorrow Land is finally getting its overhaul. We have a spectacular sundae in Taste Talk and as always we drop the latest in Disney news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode at our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnow2022-05-061h 02Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 147: Bye Bye Disney PR GuyEpisode 147 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Our April giveaway is live for one more day, so listen to win! Tracey and Brian take the Myers Briggs. Disney's top PR guy leaves after three months on the job. Disney Paris is introducing a faster fast pass? Are we going to be able to renew Magic Keys? The last of our Food Festival Taste Talks and as always we drop the latest in Disney news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RD...2022-04-301h 12Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 146: April Disney NewsEpisode 146 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Our April giveaway is live and ends on April 30th, so listen and enter to win! We return to the parks this Saturday still giving away a Kate Spade Minnie Mouse Wallet to the first fan to find us! World Of Color Dining package chaos! Disney’s special tax status revoked in Florida, but what will it costs citizens? A movie rant by Brian and three delicious Lamplight Lounge treats! As always we drop the latest in Disney news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Rad...2022-04-221h 06Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 145: It's Always Sonnie At DisneyEpisode 145 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Our April giveaway is live and ends on April 30th, so listen and enter to win! LA traffic stinks! We introduce the Cast Member Spotlight segment! We talk about our latest Disney adventure. Brian rants about "click bait politics". Two delicious Lamplight Lounge treats and as always we drop the latest in Disney news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode at our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2022-04-161h 12Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 142: Disney March Madness!Episode 142 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Our March giveaway is still live, so listen to win! Disney can’t seem to escape drama. Brian and Tracey have their biggest debate yet! Magic Key reservations are opening up. Has Disney changed it’s view on die hard guests? Some interesting Star Wars items and Tracey talks about two more Food Festival delights. As always we drop the latest in Disney news! You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode at our officia...2022-03-251h 12Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 140: March Disney News & GatorsEpisode 140 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! We have a new giveaway so listen to win! We are also continuing are in-park giveaway, so come find us! Disney cast members issue a demand for Chapek regarding Florida’s “Don’t say gay” bill. Tracey and Brian argue the issue. The new Obi Wan Kenobi trailer has been released and Brian is so excited. We review the Apple Pie Moonshine in Taste Talk. Are Character meet and greets coming back? We discuss. As always we drop the latest in Disney news, this time with some Alligator Loki! You can listen to us on all ma...2022-03-111h 09Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 139: We Don't Talk Avocado No NoEpisode 139 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! We have a new giveaway winner and an update on our in-park giveaways! We talk about our latest adventure to the parks. Marvel Netflix shows are coming to Disney Plus, but are they canon? We review the delicious Coffee Kahlua Bunt Cake and as always we drop the latest in Disney news. BRIAN HATES AVOCADOS! You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode while shopping for merch at our official website: www.RopeDrop...2022-03-041h 07Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 137: February Disney Hot Takes!Episode 137 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Our February giveaway is still live, so listen to win. We talk hot days and Ram’s Parades at Disneyland. Disney is entering the real estate business? We got the details and some suggestions. We are now members of the secret NorCal… whoops, I almost forgot rule number one. Brian goes deep into some Marvel details in the heels of the new Doctor Strange trailer. Face masks are now optional at Disney parks and Tracey does a Lunar New Year food wrap up. As always we drop the latest in Disney news! You can lis...2022-02-191h 11Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 134: Hot Take DisneyEpisode 134 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Last chance to win our January giveaway so listen to learn how to enter. We had a birthday blast at Disneyland this past weekend, and got to see the park from a kid’s point of view. Minnie in a pantsuit? People are talking. Peter Dinklage has some string opinions on the upcoming Snow White movie, and Disney responds! Brian snagged a couple of Horchata Cold Brews which we review on Taste Talk and as always we drop the latest in Disney news! You can listen to us on all major podcast platform...2022-01-281h 03Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 127: Disney Wednesday WeirdnessEpisode 127 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! It’s Wednesday and it’s weird. Disney hires a new head of PR who handled the the BP oil spill and served as Pentagon press secretary during the war in Iraq. Does this tell us where Disney feels it’s reputation is at? Spider-Man No Way Home is crushing presale numbers, why doesn’t Brian get it? The Disneyland Cast Member strike has been averted, would we have crossed the picket line? Tracey gives the new peanut butter sandwich the side eye and we launch our second giveaway of December that’s Star Wars t...2021-12-091h 07Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 124: Turkey RantEpisode 124 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Bob Chapek beefs with WDW News Today and Kathleen Kennedy gets a three year contract extension, we rant on both! We took Tracey’s mom to Disneyland and tried some sour drinks. Rise of The Resistance is going standby, we discuss why Brian is concerned. As always we drop the latest in Disney news. One day left for our last November giveaway, so listen to win! You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode whil...2021-11-201h 21Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp, 119: October Disney News!Episode 119 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! The Monorail is back at Disneyland with a slight hiccup. Brian talks Magic Keys and reservations again but this time “from a certain point of view”. Tracey makes delicious funnel cake and as always we drop the latest in Disney news! This is a giant packed episode with lots of items for you to digest. Our October giveaway is in its last week so listen to win some terrifically spooky Disney merch. You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or...2021-10-161h 20Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 116: Disney RantingEpisode 116 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Brian goes on several rants about Disney, Business and Freedom! Tune in to hear if he’s making any sense haha! Space 220 has opened and we talk about what you can expect from this new space aged restaurant. We return to DTD’s Jazz Kitchen and share the experience of one of our favorite eateries, and as always we drop the latest in Disney news. Our September giveaway ends this Saturday so tune in to win! You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. Y...2021-09-241h 09Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 115: Last Call Before Fall!Episode 115 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! It’s the last call before fall and what a crazy summer it has been! We both treated ourselves to some gifts this past week so Tracey’s in a good mood. Brian talks about Tracey’s humorous side and we detail our latest DCA adventure with Dustin and Maricor. Brian reviews the Ray Ban Stories sunglasses and we talk about our return to Carthay Circle. Lots of news and mini rants for this jam packed episode, but don’t forget our September giveaway is live, so listen to win! You can find us on all maj...2021-09-191h 35Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 111: Genie Big Blue Meanie?Episode 111 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! In this episode we rant about Disney’s new Genie Plus service and how the business model of Disney Parks is changing. Tracey makes Dole Whip and Dole Whip Floats at home and Brian gives his take on the Chapek/Simu Liu controversy. Our August giveaway for the Loungefly Minnie bucket purse and RDK Vacation Planner is still live so listen to win! You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode while shopping for merch a...2021-08-221h 22Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 110: Movie Delays & DCAEpisode 110 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! We went back to Disney California Adventure and we talk about all the fun we had. Brian brings you a second serving of the “Am I Wrong” segment as he discusses the value in the Star Wars Galactic Star Cruiser experience coming to Disney World. Are we going to see more Marvel films delayed? We discuss. Our August giveaway for the Loungefly Minnie bucket purse and RDK Vacation Planner is live so listen to win! You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can...2021-08-131h 09Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 104: It's July Already?Episode 104 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! We congratulate our June giveaway winner as we prepare for future prize fun! Restaurants are opening at Disneyland, but which ones are gone forever? Tracey makes a delicious Disney Cold Brew Can and Brian asks the question, are theaters back? As always we drop the latest in Disney news! You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode while shopping for merch at our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2021-07-021h 01Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 103: Wait Times Why?Episode 103 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! It’s Brian’s first day of retirement, and boy is he happy! What are the current wait times at Disneyland and when and why will they soon change? We tell you. Tracey talks Dole Whip and gets a little full of herself. Brian talks about the three types of adults who frequent Disneyland and don’t forget to listen to enter our Black Widow bag giveaway which ends Saturday June 26th. As always we drop all the latest in Disney news. You can find us on all major podcast platforms includ...2021-06-251h 04Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 102: Disney MasklessEpisode 102 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Disney has lifted most of its pandemic related restrictions. Is it too soon? How will Disney be with no social distancing? Brian does a follow up on last weeks rant on communication. Tracey reviews the delicious Birria Tacos from DCA and as usual we drop all the latest in Disney news. Our June giveaway is is still live, so listen to learn how to win! You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode w...2021-06-181h 02Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 101: Avengers AdventuresEpisode 101 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! We made it back to Disney California Adventure and we give you the scoop on what and what not to do. Is waiting in line for Avengers Campus worth it? We discuss. Brian has a sharp critique of Disney’s communication to guests. We ate Shawarma and we tell you the best way to get it. Also our June giveaway is is still live, so listen to learn how to enter! As always we drop the latest in Disney news! You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iH...2021-06-111h 07Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 100: 100th Super-sode!Episode 100 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! It’s our 100th episode and we are back at Disneyland! We give you the rundown on all the new and eww at the park. Virtual Queues are here to stay and we had our own queue drama at our Disneyland visit. Tracey makes awesome Fluffernutter Churros and we had a taste of River Belle Terrace. Tell Brian if he is wrong in the new “Am I wrong? segment. Also we just started our June giveaway so listen to learn how to enter! As always we drop the latest in Disney news...2021-06-031h 14Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 100: Wonderful 100!Episode 100 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! It’s our 100th episode and we are going back to Disneyland! Our May Giveaway is over this Saturday May 29th so listen to learn how to enter. Virtual Queues are here to stay. We discuss how this may impact the parks. Legacy Pass holder discounts have been extended again. Tracey makes awesome Fluffernutter Churros and tell Brian if he is wrong in the new “Am I wrong? segment. As always we drop the latest in Disney news! You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotif...2021-05-2858 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 99: Web Sling & RetiringEpisode 99 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Our May Giveaway is over on May 29th so listen to learn how to enter. California is in the Yellow tier and park attendance is expanding! Brian makes a big personal announcement and Tracey makes Carbonara Mac and Cheese. Is charging extra for Web-slinging ride merch a step too far? We discuss. As always we drop the latest in Disney news! You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode while shopping for merch at our of...2021-05-2151 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 97: Disney Birthday Boy!Episode 97 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Opening Day at Disneyland is behind us and we let you in on all the observed details. Tracey makes Disneyland Chicken Tenders and Brian gets excited about his birthday. We review the Falcon and the Winter Soldier at the end of the episode to save you from any unwanted spoilers. We announce our May Giveaway so listen to learn how to win! As always we drop the latest in Disney news! You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also s...2021-05-071h 23Rope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 95: Waffles & WaitingEpisode 95 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Time is running out on our April Giveaway, so listen to learn how to enter. This episode we do a follow-up on the ticket buying experience and what lessons we learned. Brian is hyped for the upcoming Shang Chi movie! Tracey gets angry over waiting and not getting dinning reservations but she still makes great Mickey Waffles! Brian finally debuts the Spirit Jersey you asked for and is Russell Crowe joining the MCU? As always we drop the latest in Disney news! You can find us on all major podcast platforms includin...2021-04-2355 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 94: We Got Tickets Yes We Do...Episode 94 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! We got tickets, yes we do. We got tickets, how about you? That’s right RDK is going home and we tell you the struggles, the madness and the thrill of victory on our journey back to magic! Tracey makes Rita’s Margaritas. Brian busts out his most durable Spirit Jersey and as always we drop the latest in Disney news! Our April Giveaway is still active so listen to learn how to enter. You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You ca...2021-04-1653 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 93: Disney's Back & So Are We!Episode 93 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! We’re back and recovered but so is Disneyland and its tickets! We discuss prices, sale dates and more. Rise of The Resistance will have some changes and so will park hours. We talk food at Lamplight Lounge and Brian sports his most worn Spirit Jersey. Our April Giveaway is still active so listen to learn how to enter. As always we drop the latest in Disney news. You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download ever...2021-04-1153 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 91: Disneyland Expansion!Episode 91 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! First we learn Disneyland is opening, now we hear it’s growing! We bring you all the details on the possible expansion. Tracey makes a Home Run Monte Cristo and Brian sports yet another Spirit Jersey. As always we drop the latest in Disney news. You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode while shopping for merch at our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2021-03-2650 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 88: We've Been Touched!Episode crazy 88 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Tracey was able to get tickets to “A Touch Of Disney” and we look forward to going and tasting our missed Disney treats. Tracey makes Alien Pizza Planet’s Penne Pasta and Brian sports a new Neon Summer Jersey. As always we bring you the latest in Disney news. You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode while shopping for merch at our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2021-03-0540 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 87: Just A Touch Of DisneyEpisode 87 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Disney gives fans “just a touch” of California Adventure as the they open for their spring ticketed event. We have all the details! Tracey makes Tiana’s Gumbo and Brian is forced by the will of the voters, to wear the new Star Wars spirit jersey. As always we bring you the latest in Disney news. You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode while shopping for merch at our official website: www.RopeDr...2021-02-2639 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 85: Food Festivals & FiredEpisode 85 of The Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! The Food and Wine Festival is back, but will they honor the unused vouchers from early 2020? Gina Carano is fired by Disney and Brian and Tracey have a good old corpo rant. Tracey makes Disneyland M&M Brownies and we announce our February giveaway, so listen to learn how to enter. You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode while shopping for merch at our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2021-02-1258 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 83: Lockdown Lifted?Episode 83 of Rope Dropping Knowledge is out, and a day early! Our Giveaway ends Saturday January 30th so listen to learn how to enter. The California Stay At Home orders have been lifted which means eating and drinking have returned to Downtown Disney. We explain the different options presented in the Disneyland Annual Pass survey. Tracey makes Jambalaya and we start Brian’s Jersey Of The Week segment. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, Spotify, iHeart Radio and Amazon Music or you can stream or download every episode while shopping for merch on our of...2021-01-2842 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 75: Disney Vs WBEpisode 75 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! Warner Brothers just dropped a bomb with all their new HBO Max releases for 2021. How will Disney respond? Brian designed a new t-shirt which you can purchase on the RDK site and Tracey granted Brian's request and made The Gingerbread Cream Cheese Muffin (Yum, Yum). We review the Lego Star Wars Holiday Special and don't forget the Shy Girl Cosmetics Magic Mouse Lip Gloss Giveaway is still on, so listen to win! As always we drop the latest in Disney news. Listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple...2020-12-0438 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 74: Post Turkey DisneyEpisode 74 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out! We come out of our post holiday coma to drop Disney news on a special day and time. We will be returning to Disney California Adventure next week, or will we? Tracey makes some delicious Christmas Rice Krispies and Brian rants about hypocracy in government LOL. Again we save our Mandalorian talk for the end of the show, to avoid spoiling it for listeners who don't want to be spoiled. Speaking of spoiled, we are collaborating with Shy Girl Cosmetics and we announce a new giveaway that will have five winners...2020-11-2952 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp 71: Buena Vista We Missed Ya!Episode 71 of Rope Dropping Knowledge has been released! DCA's Buena Vista St. has an opening date! Could this be the beginning of something more? Brian does his "Mandotation" to calm all our RDK listeners in these intense times. Tracey's mom makes us the classic Disney Turkey Leg and we review episode one of season two of The Madalorian. We announce our Thanksgiving Giveaway and our prizes are like nothing we've done before! As always we drop the latest in Disney news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, Spotify, iHeart Radio and Amazon Music. You...2020-11-0643 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 61: Chicken Fried DisneyEpisode 61 is out! Our giveaway is still on, so listen to get the secret question. A lot of Disneyland speculation is in the air. Will they or won't they? Tracey makes the Carnation Cafe's Chicken Fried Steak and we review Star Wars: The Force Awakens and A Goofy Movie. As always we drop the latest in Disney news. Listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, Spotify and iHeart Radio and you can stream or download every episode from our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-08-2835 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 60: Fish Chips And Pirate ShipsEpisode 60 is out! More reservation changes at Disneyland hotels, what could this mean? We discuss how to actually purchase Mulan when it is released and Tracey takes a crack at The Golden horseshoe's Fish and Chips. We review Pirates Of The Caribbean and Frozen 2 and as always drop the latest in Disney news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, Spotify and iHeart Radio. You can also stream or download every episode at our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-08-2131 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 59: Business Blues and Disney NewsEpisode 59 is out! We speculate on the challenges of the post COVID business environment and how it relates to Disney properties. Tracey makes the delicious Mickey's Spam Masubi, and Brian picks a fight with her on the details of fried fish. We review Avengers:Age of Ultron and The Little Mermaid and as always drop the latest in Disney news. You can listen to Rope Dropping Knowledge on all major podcast platforms including Apple, Spotify and iHeart Radio or you can stream or download every episode at our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-08-1450 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 58: Mulan Madness And MoreEpisode 58 of Rope Dropping Knowledge is out! Mulan is coming to Disney Plus and we discuss all the details and speculate if this is the first of many. Tracey makes the Refreshment Corner's Elote Dog and we review Beyonce's Black Is King on Disney Plus. As always we drop the latest in Disney news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, Spotify and iHeart Radio and you can stream or download every RDK episode at our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-08-0738 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 57: Mickey Bars & Mando StarsEpisode 57 is out! We talk Disneyland construction, Disney World ROTR boarding passes and Disney Plus and Madalorian Emmy nominations. Tracey makes ice cream Mickey Bars and we review Spider Man Homecoming and The Emperor's New Grove. Also there is still time to enter this month's giveaway, so pay attention! You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, Spotify and iHeart Radio and you can stream or download every episode at our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-07-3145 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 56: Disney Treats and TimelinesEpisode 56 is out! We talk about the New Mutants trailer which just dropped and other Disney entertainment timelines. Tracey makes Trader Sam's beans and Brian has a new Taste Talk sound effect which Tracey absolutely loves! We review Black Panther and Monsters Inc. and as always drop the latest Disney news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms or stream or download every episode at our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-07-2441 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 55: Merch Madness!Episode 55 is alive! Hong Kong Disney closes but Disney World opens with flare! Tracey hates Brian's choices in sound samples for Taste Talk but the Chimichangas Tracey made are a hit. We dive into the madness of buying Disneyland 65th annaversary merchandise online and of course we bring you movie reviews and the latest Disney news. Listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download every episode on the RDK official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-07-1740 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 54: Strawberry Pie In The SkyEpisode 54 is out! We have a new giveaway winner, and she has a Disney podcast of her own! Lots of Disney property opening news on both the east and west coasts. We review Hamilton on Disney plus and Tracy makes the perfect Jolly Holiday Strawberry Hand Pie! Listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download every episode at our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-07-1034 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 53: July Disney NewsEpisode 53 is out! This is a Disney news heavy episode with info park openings, annual passes, movies, television shows and much more. Tracey makes delicious WDW Ohana style chicken wings and we review Iron Man and Cars 2. Don't forget to listen to enter our July giveaway. You can find us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download every episode at our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-07-0340 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 52: Disney DelayedEpisode 52 is out! Disneyland has delayed their planned reopening! We talk about the disappointment and relief of such a decision. Tracey makes Crab Fritters, and we review Solo and Finding Dory. Splash Mountain is getting a new look and not everyone is happy about it. We are also doing our monthly giveaway so listen to get the magic question! You can find us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download every episode at our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-06-2638 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 51: Basketball & WafflesEpisode 51 is out! In this episode we talk about the opening of Disney Hong Kong and the NBA coming to Walt Disney World. Tracey makes Mickey Waffles and we review the movies Artemis Fowl and Inside Out. As always we drop the latest Disney related news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download every episode at our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-06-1930 min
Scaling The WellEp. 24: Gabriel Fernandez and CPSEpisode 24 is out! I discuss the inner workings of the Child Welfare system (CPS) and give my take on the tragic death and circumstances of the Gabriel Fernandez case.2020-06-1948 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 50: Disneyland Opens!!!Episode 50 is out! Disneyland has announced its opening dates, and we give you all the details! Tracey makes the BBQ Crunch Dog from Award Wieners and we review Doctors Strange and Cars. As always we drop the latest in Disney related news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download every episode at our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-06-1239 minScaling The WellEpisode 23: It's PersonalSeason 5 has begun and we start it off with a discussion on race, policing and insights into my background as well as the background of my wife, Tracey, who is a special guest on this episode.2020-06-0852 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 49.5: It's PersonalWe were not sure if we were going to do a show this week, but we thought we should at least give you our thoughts on what is currently going on in the country. Moreover, we wanted to take this opportunity to give you insight into who we are and how we came to be. WARNING: There is very little Disney related content in this episode.2020-06-0551 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 49: Finger Lickin' NewsEpisode 49 is out! Tracey makes her version of Plaza Inn Fried Chicken. Disney World has an official opening date, could Disneyland be far behind? We review Maleficent and Hercules and drop some interesting Disney news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can also stream or download every episode on our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-05-2936 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 48: Chili Cones and Temperature Checked DomesEpisode 48 of Rope Dropping Knowledge is out! We discuss the opening of Disney Springs and the safety precautions being taken. There is a lot of movement among the ranks of the Disney executive team. Tracey makes the Chili Cone Queso from DCA and we have our one year Anniversary Giveaway, so pay attention for the magic question! You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download every RDK episode at our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-05-2232 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 47: Disney's Shanghai SurpriseEpisode 47 is out! This episode gets a little political as we discuss the various aspects of the quarantine and how it relates to the opening of Disney Parks. We talk about the opening of Shanghai Disney and all of the safety precautions being taken. Disney has also reached an agreement with the Cast Member's union for social distancing protocols in Orlando and we review Ant-Man and The Princess and the Frog. You can listen to us on al major podcast platforms and you can stream or download every episode while visiting out official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-05-1546 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 46: Hope Up Open Up!Episode 46 is out! Brian has a birthday in lockdown, but we discuss the latest news on what could be the beginning of Disney Parks opening up. Tracey makes a Mickey Mouse Oreo Shake and we congratulate another RDK Giveaway winner! Listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download every episode while visiting our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-05-0834 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 45: May The 4th Be With YouEpisode 45 is out! In preparation for May The 4th, we discuss the Star Wars films and the last, must see, season of the Clone Wars. We also provide an update on this year's Star Wars Celebration. We top it off with Tracey's imitation of the Galaxy's Edge, Breakfast Ronto Wrap, and Trader Sam's Baby Yoda "The Child" cocktail. As always we drop the latest Disney news. Our giveaway ends May 2nd so pay attention for the magical instructions to enter. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download every episode from our...2020-05-0133 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 44: Disney Tripping & French DippingEpisode 44 is out! We welcome a new "child" into our home and Tracey takes a shot at the French Dip sandwich. We talk speculation on when the parks may open and we review The Phantom Menace and Coco. Don't forget to pay attention for the secret question to win this month's Rope Dropping Knowledge giveaway. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download every episode while visiting our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-04-2436 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 43: Quarantine BrunchEpisode 43 is out! In this episode we speculate on how the Disney Parks may open again. Tracey pulls of a great rendition of a Lamplight Lounge brunch and we review Avengers and Ratatouille. We also announce a brand new giveaway, so listen and win! You can stream or download on all major podcast platforms or from our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-04-1741 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 42: Winner Winner Hot Link DinnerEpisode 42 is out! We discuss the "one long day" of the lockdown while giving some tips on how to keep yourself and your family entertained. We review Onward and discuss the moving endings of Pixar movies. Tracey pulled off the Hot Link Corn Dog and we congratulate our latest giveaway winner!You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download every episode while visiting our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-04-1035 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 41: Birthdays & BeignetsEpisode 41 is out! It's Tracey's birthday and we had a virtual bday party for the queen of RDK! She also tried her hand at recreating Jazz Kitchen food classics, Shrimp and Grits and Beignets. We review two more Disney movies and we cover some breaking Disney news topics affecting us all. You can listen to us on on major podcast platforms and you can stream or download every episode while visiting our official website www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-04-0351 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 40: Disney Frowns Upside DownEpisode 40 is out! Social Distancing does not mean antisocial! Our Lockdown giveaway is still going strong and runs through April 4th, so listen and follow the instructions. This week we talk about being creative during the quarantine. We discuss some Disney news and do our weekly Lockdown Disney Movie Reviews. Stay tuned as Tracey will attempt to recreate the Jazz Kitchen at home! Remember you can listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download every episode while visiting our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-03-2735 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 39: Locked Down But Not OutEpisode 39 is out and un-quarantined! We talk about the state of the new California lockdown and how it is affecting Disney and our community. We also have a new and cool giveaway to cheer up our loyal listeners. We talk about the foods we miss at Disneyland and as always drop the latest Disney news. Listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download every episode while visiting our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-03-2033 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 38: Disney Closed!Disney is closed for business. At least for now. We discuss the impact of such a historic action and how CONVID-19 is affecting our communities. We answer some questions on what to expect with the closure and pose some of our own. One thing is for certain, we are still here and will continue to provide you with good old Disney podcast content! You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download every episode while visiting our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-03-1332 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 37: Food Wine & Winner TimeEpisode 37 is out! We have a winner for our February contest! We try out a number of tasty items at the Disney Food and Wine Festival and we do round two at the Carthay Circle lounge. As always we drop the latest Disney news. You can listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download any episode while visiting our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-03-0640 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp 36: We Go Wagyu & The Boarding Pass Experiment!Episode 36 on out! This episode we try getting a Rise Of The Resistance boarding pass while doing everything wrong. We visit Pixie Hollow at night and we try Wagyu at the refurbished Carthay Circle. Remember our giveaway ends on February 29th so listen to win! you can listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download any episode at our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-02-2848 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 35: We Got Spirit Disney Do!Episode 35 is out and we are kicking off our new Thursday schedule with a recap of one of the most unexpected crowed Disney days we have ever experienced. There were cheer leaders everywhere but we still rode Rise Of The Resistance and enjoyed a nice post Valentine dinner. As always we rate some great Disneyland food and drop the latest Disney news.Listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download at our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-02-2150 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 34: Park Prices & PrizesEpisode 34 is out and we are doing another giveaway, so listen to learn how to win. We also talk Disney ticket price increases, and two new fast pass equipped rides. As always we rate some tasty Disney food and drop the latest Disney news! Listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download when visiting us at our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-02-1236 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 33: All Around Disney FunEpisode 33 is out! We ride Rise Of The Resistance again! We discuss if there is a better way to handle boarding passes. We explore The Void for a second time but with an Avengers theme. As always we rate Disney food and bring you the latest Disney news.Listen to us on all major podcast platforms and you can stream or download every episode at our official site: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com2020-02-0553 minRope Dropping KnowledgeEp. 31: Rise Muck And Disney LuckWe brace ourselves as we prepare to try our luck at riding Rise Of The Resistance. We talk about our expectations for the Lunar New Year festival and we review the food at Trader Sam's. 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