The Theme Parkettes

By themeparkettes.com

Theme park aficionados, Disney nerds, and best buds Jessica and Ashleigh (aka The Theme Parkettes) from ThemeParkettes.com know that navigating the most Magical places on earth can be overwhelming. Wi... more

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How many episodes does The Theme Parkettes have?

The podcast currently has 36 episodes available.

The Theme Parkettes episodes:

July 22, 2019 Episode 6 - Packing and Planning for your runDisney runCation
Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) discuss how to pack, plan, and prepare for your runDisney runCation.
1:25 - How early you need to sign up for a runDisney race
6:40 - Getting into a race that is sold out
9:45 - When you should start training
13:32 - “Nothing new on race day.”
20:58 - Shoes!
28:13 - When you should book your hotel, park tickets, dining reservations, etc.
30:58 - What’s the best hotel to stay at during a runDisney runCation?
34:50 - Packing!
39:40 - The Expo!
43:43 - Recommendations for the night before your runDisney race
46:41 - Suggestions of what to bring to the starting line on race day
51:54 - Packing for post-race
54:46 - Suggestions for post-race plans
www.themeparkettes.com
Instagram - @thethemeparkettes
Jessica - @actorjessicagardner
Ashleigh - @happygoashleigh
Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com
Theme song and bonus end song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com
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59min
June 30, 2019 Episode 5 - SPECIAL EDITION - Our first time experiences at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, Napa Rose Chef's Counter, and The Lilly Belle. With guest Thomas Gardner, Jr.
Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) along with special guest Thomas Gardner, Jr. discuss their recent "first time" Disneyland experiences at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, Napa Rose Chef's Counter, and riding on The Lilly Belle.
0:28 - Meet Tommy aka Thomas Gardner Jr. aka Tommy Buoy from YachtleyCrew.com, who you may have seen at Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival 2019
4:40 - Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
32:25 - Napa Rose “Chef’s Counter” at the Grand Californian Hotel
39:00 - The Lilly Belle
49:50 - The Theme Parkettes’ FIVE QUESTIONS for Thomas Gardner, Jr.
55:07 - How to see the underground tunnels at WDW
56:13 - How to get a celebrity-style VIP tour
59:00 - How to follow Thomas Gardner, Jr.
thomasgardnerjr.com @thomasgardnerjr
yachtleycrew.com @yachtleycrew
www.themeparkettes.com
Instagram - @thethemeparkettes
Jessica - @actorjessicagardner
Ashleigh - @happygoashleigh
Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com
Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com
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1h 2min
June 05, 2019 Episode 4 - Demystifying the Disney Dining Plan (and dining plans from other parks)
Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) demystify the Disney Dining Plan. They discuss the different levels of the plan, whether it's worth your money, and the pros/cons of booking the "Free Dining" package. They also take a look at the dining plans in other theme parks - Universal Studios, Six Flags, Busch Gardens, and Cedar Point.
1:40 - Ashleigh's overview of the Disney Dining Plan
4:20 - Disney Quick Service Plan
9:14 - Disney "Regular" Dining Plan
10:40 - Be Our Guest dining discussion
13:35 - Trading/adjusting Disney dining credits
17:13 - Disney Deluxe Dining Plan
19:15 - Beverage discussions
23:04 - Some ways to save $ on food at Disneyland (CA)
27:30 - Is the Disney Dining Plan a cost savings?
34:35 - WDW's "Free" Dining Package
42:30 - Universal Studios Dining Plans
45:30 - Six Flags Dining Plans
48:23 - Busch Gardens Dining Plans
51: 26 - Cedar Point Dining Plans
53:08 - Jessica's HOT TIP for saving money on water at Disneyland
55:09 - Ashleigh's final thoughts on deciding whether the DDP is right for you and her favorite Quick Service option at WDW
www.themeparkettes.com
Instagram - @thethemeparkettes
Jessica - @actorjessicagardner
Ashleigh - @happygoashleigh
Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com
Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com
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59min
April 21, 2019 Episode 3 - The Best Time to Go to Disney
Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) discuss Ashleigh's most asked question, "When is the best time to go to Disney?" If you're planning a trip to Disneyland OR Walt Disney World and don't have set dates yet, this episode is for you.
1:52 - does a "slow/quiet time" in the parks even exist anymore?
5:35 - busiest times of year
9:53 - hot tip if you are planning your trip a year or more in advance
10:52 - weather considerations in FL
14:10 - weather considerations in CA
15:45 - park crowds in CA vs. FL
17:36 - why planning/booking in advance is important
18:45 - tips for if your vacation dates are not flexible and you're there during a busy week
21:29 - is there a more affordable time of year?
27:25 - Disney's "bounce back" offers
31:10 - fun times of year and special events in the parks
40:45 - personal favorite times of year for each coast
www.themeparkettes.com
Instagram - @thethemeparkettes
Jessica - @actorjessicagardner
Ashleigh - @happygoashleigh
Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com
Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com
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47min
April 18, 2019 Episode 2 - So You Want to runDisney
Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) discuss all things runDisney - what first timers should know, what makes these races unique, and how to prepare for them. If you haven't done a runDisney race, you should!
1:17 - difference between runDisney and other races
5:05 - getting great race photos
6:56 - why runDisney races are more expensive than other fun runs
13:11 - running with a charity vs not
20:05 - prepping specifically for runDisney
22:08 - benefits to staying at a Disney property during a runDisney race
26:15 - post race planning
28:17 - top secret bathroom tip! (not really)
28:58 - WDW Marathon tip for riding rides during the race
31:53 - what to know if you're slow and/or you want to take photos and ride rides during your race
38:20 - runDisney with families and how/where your loved ones can watch you race
47:40 - running with your friends
49:03 - overall advice
www.themeparkettes.com
Instagram - @thethemeparkettes
Jessica - @actorjessicagardner
Ashleigh - @happygoashleigh
Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com
Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com
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53min
April 18, 2019 Episode 1 - Introductions! Meet The Theme Parkettes
Meet Jessica and Ashleigh, The Theme Parkettes! Who they are, how they met, and some fun facts about them. Find out more at ThemeParkettes.com and connect with them on Instagram @thethemeparkettes
Jessica Gardner - @actorjessicagardner
Ashleigh Bergh - @happygoashleigh
1:00 - how we met
4:50 - how our business started
8:25 - what sparked our love for Disney
15:34 - adulting at Disney parks
27:15 - Disney "claims to fame"
31:25 - favorite Disney attractions that are now closed
35:23 - favorite current Disney ride
38:38 - more favorite former attractions
41:15 - favorite non-Disney theme parks
44:10 - our other fandoms
themeparkettes.com
Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com
Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com
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50min

FAQs about The Theme Parkettes:

How many episodes does The Theme Parkettes have?

The podcast currently has 36 episodes available.