RDR 483: Fandom Focus – All the Star Wars Magic at Walt Disney World

Grab your lightsaber and hop in your landspeeder—because this week we’re kicking off our brand-new Fandom Focus series, starting with a galaxy far, far away! Doug and Lauren are diving into all things Star Wars at Walt Disney World, from classic attractions to the latest immersive experiences.

We’ll start with a quick history of how Star Wars first arrived in the Disney Parks and trace its evolution to the incredible, detailed worlds we have today. Then we break down everything a Star Wars fan can find right now across the parks, including:

• Star Tours: The Adventures Continue – the OG Star Wars ride that started it all

• Star Wars Launch Bay – meet characters, explore props, and take in the nostalgia

• Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – the ultimate immersive land with:

  • Out-of-this-world food and drinks (yes, blue milk!)

  • Unique shopping experiences from droids to lightsabers

  • Attractions like Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run (with an update coming May 22, 2026) and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

  • Character encounters with heroes, villains, and scoundrels

We’ll also cover where else you can score Star Wars merch in the parks and at Disney Springs, plus speculate about what the future of Star Wars at Disney might hold.

Whether you’re a Padawan on your first trip or a Jedi Master looking for hidden details, this episode will help you plan your ultimate Star Wars day at Walt Disney World.

💬 Question of the Week: What fandom should we feature next in our Fandom Focus series?

 

✈️ New Sponsor Alert! We’re excited to welcome The Lincoln Airport as the official airport of Rope Drop Radio! With direct flights to Orlando (MCO) on Breeze Airways starting December 10th, you can skip the stress and get to the magic faster—just in time for the holidays!

🎉 Thank You to our sponsor, Touring and Cruises Travel!

Be sure to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok.

Get a no-obligation quote at their website: www.touringandcruises.com

We have a new website! www.RopeDropPod.com

Want more Rope Drop Radio?  Support the show today and Join Patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio

Lots of great levels on Patreon, Get access to the After Show, Bonus Audio, News Episodes, Ad Free Shows, or monthly zoom calls.  Check out the patreon page to see what fits for you.

Leave a review - we will read your 5 star review on air! This helps to promote the show as well. 

🧳 Kingdom Strollers – Premium stroller and scooter rentals delivered right to your resort. Travel light and stress-free. Get It HERE!

Follow us on social media - @RopeDropRadio

Check out our spin off cruise show - @RopeDropOnDeck

Thank you to our top Patreons at the Cinderella Suite level - Molly Hemphill, CT Swiech, Chris Clark, Mark Vicksinich, and Gaylyn Foxworthy.