The Laughing Place "On Balance" Podcast

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The Laughing Place "On Balance" Podcast episodes

August 09 D23 Preview Special w/ Scott Gustin
On this special episode of the Laughing Place "On Balance" Podcast, we discuss the upcoming D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2026 with Scott Gustin (@scottgustin).

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56 min
August 07 Disney Earnings Special w/ Gavin Doyle
On this special episode of the Laughing Place "On Balance" Podcast, we discuss Disney's third quarter 2026 earnings with Gavin Doyle of Mickey visit.

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50 min
August 05 The Key to Convention Success + Leslie Iwerks and More
On this episode of the Laughing Place "On Balance" Podcast, we discuss the key to success at a convention, a stellar Disney promotion, the latest news, and more. Plus, we chat with Leslie Iwerks about "Disney Worldbuilders" as well as Janice LeAnn Brown and David Henrie about "Wizards Beyond Waverly Place."

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46 min
July 25 Disney Branding Wins + Beci Mahnken of Mouse Fan Travel
On this episode of the Laughing Place "On Balance" Podcast, we discuss some recent Disney branding wins, a missed opportunity at Fanatics Fest, the latest news, and more. Plus, we chat with Beci Mahnken of Mouse Fan Travel about D23, the Disney Adventure, current offers, fall in the parks, and more!

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1 hr 9 min
July 16 What To Expect at D23 + Skywalking Through Neverland
On this episode of the Laughing Place "On Balance" Podcast, we discuss what fans can expect at this year's D23, Disneyland's ticket trials, the latest news, and more. Plus, we chat with Richard and Sarah Woloski of Skywalking Through Neverland about their podcast and their upcoming book "So You Think You Know Star Wars"

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59 min
June 29 A Great, Big, Beautiful Tomorrow + Michael Vargo of D23
On this episode of the Laughing Place "On Balance" Podcast, we discuss what Walt Disney World attractions should be upgraded next, how Disney's backstories can backfire, the latest news, and more. Plus, we chat with D23 head Michael Vargo about D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2026.

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47 min
April 12 On the Way to Adventure + Danny Shuster of Parks & Pages
On this episode of the Laughing Place "On Balance" Podcast, we discuss what's going on at Disney Adventure World, how Disney is doing you a favor (while saving money), the latest news, and more. Plus, we chat with Danny Shuster of WDW Magazine about the new podcast Parks & Pages!

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58 min
March 07 Thanks, Bob + Filmmakers and Cast of "Hoppers"
On this episode of the Laughing Place "On Balance" Podcast, we discuss Bob Iger's tenure, in-person shareholders meetings, and more. Plus, Alex chats with filmmakers and cast from Pixar's "Hoppers"

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26 min
February 14 Congratulations, Josh + Author Marcy Carriker Smothers
On this episode of the Laughing Place "On Balance" Podcast, we discuss Josh D'Amaro's new job, The Mandalorian and Grogu Super Bowl commerical, and more. Plus, we are joined by author Marcy Carriker Smothers (Eat Like Walt).

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54 min
February 06 February 2nd + Gavin Doyle from Mickey Visit
On this episode of the Laughing Place "On Balance" Podcast, we discuss eventizing, DCA's birthday, and more. Plus, we are joined by Gavin Doyle of Mickey Visit to discuss Disney's earnings.

Note: This episode was recorded on February 2, 2026 - AKA, the day before the CEO announcement.

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53 min