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The Laid-Back Magic® Way: A Disney World Planning Podcast

The Laid-Back Magic® Way: A Disney World Planning Podcast

Dana Stanley

82 episodesEN

Show overview

The Laid-Back Magic® Way: A Disney World Planning Podcast launched in 2025 and has put out 82 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode in the time since. That works out to roughly 35 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.

Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 20 min and 34 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Society & Culture show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 4 days ago, with 34 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Dana Stanley.

Episodes
82
Running
2025–2026 · 1y
Median length
25 min
Cadence
Weekly

From the publisher

Planning a Disney vacation shouldn’t leave you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or questioning if you’re “doing it right.” You want a trip your family will remember for years—but between endless online advice and all the moving parts, it’s easy to feel buried in details and unsure where to start. Here’s the good news: It’s not your fault. The problem isn’t you—the rigid, one-size-fits-all strategies forget every family is different. That’s where I come in. I’m Dana Stanley, creator of Laid-Back Magic® and a mom of three who knows exactly what it’s like to balance magical family dreams with real-life challenges. After over 16 years of planning Disney trips, I’ve learned that success isn’t about chasing perfection or treating your vacation like a To Do list—it’s about finding what works for your family and leaving room for the magic. On this podcast, I share simple, actionable tips, mindset shifts, and expert insights to help you plan Disney trips that feel even better than they look on paper. You’ll also hear real-life trip recaps, honest reviews, and guest perspectives to inspire your next vacation. I know how important this trip is to you, and I’ve been there—balancing nap times, budgets, and the pressure to make everything perfect. But I promise you: Disney World can be manageable, magical, and most importantly, laid-back. Subscribe now and join me every Monday as we plan your next favorite family memories together, the Laid-Back Magic® way. Your dream vacation is closer than you think—let’s make it happen! Let's connect! Somewhere Worthwhile Website → https://somewhereworthwhile.com/home Instagram → https://somewhereworthwhile.com/instagram Join the Laid-Back Magic® community → https://somewhereworthwhile.com/laidbackmagic Shop the guides → https://somewhereworthwhile.com/guides Read the blog → https://somewhereworthwhile.com/blogpage

Latest Episodes

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81: Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party 2026: Everything You Need to Know to Have a Laid-Back Night

Aug 24, 202638 min

80: Starlight Parade with Dessert Party and Bluey's Wild World Tips: My Disney Trip Report, Part 2

Aug 17, 202641 min

79: Our Arrival Day and Hollywood Studios with Standby Skipper: My Disney Trip Report, Part 1

Aug 10, 202645 min

78: Playground vs. Home Base: Rethinking Your Disney Resort with Marianne of The Resort Mom

Aug 3, 202646 min

77: Your Last-Minute Checklist for Disney World

Jul 27, 202625 min

76: A Real Family's Disney Split Stay: Wilderness Lodge, Riviera, and the Polynesian

Jul 20, 202652 min

75: My Pre-Trip Report (Part 2): The Exact Itinerary I'm Using for Our Disney World Trip

Jul 13, 202617 min

74: My Pre-Trip Report (Part 1): The Exact Itinerary I’m Using for Our Disney World Trip

Jul 6, 202620 min

73: 10 Questions for a 10-Year-Old Disney World Expert

Jun 29, 202627 min

72: Disney World in July: Everything I'm Packing for Our Summer Trip

Jun 22, 202620 min

71: Disney Trip Report: How Jessie Did Disney World in 2 Park Days Without Feeling Rushed

Jun 15, 202636 min

70: The Tradeoffs No One Talks About for a "Laid-Back" Disney Trip

Jun 8, 202620 min

69: Disney World Planning for Little Kids: Strollers, Sleep, and Travel Day Survival with Alexa from BabyQuip

Jun 1, 202639 min

68: Disney World Q+A: Real Answers to Your Disney Planning Questions Part 2

May 25, 202633 min

67: She Planned the Ultimate Disney Cruise and Disney World Combo… Here’s What Surprised Her

May 18, 202649 min

66: Disney World Q+A: Real Answers to Your Disney Planning Questions Part 1

May 11, 202628 min

65: My Perfect Laid-Back Day at Hollywood Studios (What I’d Actually Do)

May 4, 202629 min

64: Bailey’s Disney World Trip Recap: Premier Pass, No Mid-Day Breaks, and Real Disney World Tips

Apr 27, 202642 min

63: 1% Better at Disney: The Small Things That Make Your Trip Feel Easier

Apr 20, 202630 min

62: Halfway to Halloween: What to Know Before Planning a Fall Disney World Trip

Apr 13, 202633 min
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