Lou Mongello is a former attorney turned Disney enthusiast, founder of WDWRadio.com Disney podcast in 2005 (named Best Travel Podcast 9 consecutive years), member of the Podcast Hall of Fame, author, speaker, and business coach at LouMongello.com.
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Your Guide to Disney Parks & ExperiencesHello, my friend! I have to start with an apology... again. I know I've missed a few weeks of a newsletter and update, but between the holidays, travels, events, speaking, work, life, etc. I fell behind. That's on me, and I'm sorry. I will definitely be more consistent on these. And you know what? Read to the end of this newsletter, and I'll try and make it up to you with a GIVEAWAY! Anyway, let's get caught up! 🎧 New WDW Radio Podcast Episodes I’ve Loved RecordingThe last few shows have been an absolute joy to share, and if you missed any, here’s a quick look:
I loved creating each one, and I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed recording. Subscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, your favorite podcast app, or on the WDW Radio site. And if you dig an episode, please share it with someone else! 🚶🏻 Join Us for Walk For Wishes 2026Walk For Wishes events are nationwide, family-friendly,, and community-driven fundraisers for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Last year was our first time walking together as the WDW Radio Walking Team, and it was incredible! The energy, the smiles, and the impact we made together inspired me more than I can say. as part of our continuing efforts to support Make-A-Wish through our WDW Radio Dream Team Project, we’re doing it again in 2026 at Lake Eola Park in Orlando on Thursday, April 9, and I’d love for you to join us. Walk with us, fundraise, or donate... every step helps grant life changing wishes for children who need it most. Learn more or join the team at WDWRadio.com/WalkForWishes26 🚢 WDW Radio Group Cruise on the Disney DestinyIt's almost time for our group cruise on February 9, and I'll be sharing all of the fun on my Instagram stories and posts... and maybe even an IG Live! Stay tuned and turn on notifications at Instagram.com/LouMongello. I'll also be doing a pre-group research 87rtcruise on the Destiny to work on some of the events, scavenger hunt... and maybe some surprises starting this Saturday, so please follow along and join me (virtually)! 🎤 Speaking, Coaching, and Momentum EventsIf you or someone you know is looking for a keynote speaker about leveraging lessons from the Disney Parks for an event, conference, corporate workshop, or retreat, I’d be grateful if you shared my name. And as we move into the new year, I have more Momentum events planned for 2026. If you’re ready for 1:1 coaching or want help turning what you love into what you do, you can learn more at: LouMongello.com 🔴 Join Me LIVE This Wednesday at 7:30 pm ETWatch and chat with me and members of the WDW Radio community and family this (and every!) Wednesday! Let's talk "Disney In or Out," my conversation with Tony Baxter, and anything YOU want to chat about... and you never know where I might be live from! Watch and chat on Facebook or YouTube. 👩🏻💻 I want to hear from you! Have any questions for me? Something I can help YOU with? Simply reply to this email - I answer EVERY email and message I get personally. Hit reply and tell me what you’re most excited for during the holidays… or what (or who) you want to hear on the podcast next. And if you have a question or feedback for the podcast, leave me a voicemail at 407-900-9391 and I'll play it on the air! 💙 Join the WDW Radio Nation! If you’d like to help support the show and be a member of the Nation family with monthly care packages and more, you can join for as little as $1 per month at WDWRadio.com/Support. 😳 Stay tuned...There are a few (actually a LOT of) new ideas in motion behind the scenes right now, and I can’t wait to share them with you. They’re coming together quickly, and I think you’re really going to enjoy what’s ahead. For now, I’ll let you get back to your day… and I’ll get back to creating what’s next for us. 🎁 GIVEAWAY! I told you I am sorry, and to try and make it up to you in a very small way, how about an exclusive giveaway, just for being a subscriber? Simply reply to this email and tell me your all-time favorite Disney Parks attraction, and why by this Thursday, January 29 at 12pm ET. and I'll randomly select one person who replies who will WIN a special MYSTERY PRIZE PACKAGE! Most of all... THANK YOU!!!I want you to know how grateful I am for you. Truly. None of what I get to do happens without you, and I never take that for granted. Whether we’ve met in person yet or not, you matter, and you’re a valued part of this community... and you are my friend. If there's ever anything I can do to help you, please let me know. Thank you for your friendship, your support, and for being part of the WDW Radio family. I appreciate you more than I can say. 💙 Your friend, Lou Mongello P.S. Are we connected on LinkedIn? Please connect with me there... I'm working on a few new (and very exciting!) things, so let's talk about business, entrepreneurship, and more! |
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Lou Mongello is a former attorney turned Disney enthusiast, founder of WDWRadio.com Disney podcast in 2005 (named Best Travel Podcast 9 consecutive years), member of the Podcast Hall of Fame, author, speaker, and business coach at LouMongello.com.
Your Guide to Disney Parks & Experiences Hello, my friend! If you’ve been part of the WDW Radio community for any amount of time, you probably know this about me: I believe deeply in turning what you love into what you do. It’s what led me to leave a safe career as an attorney, take a leap of faith, and build a business rooted in passion, service, trust, and community… inspired by lessons I learned from Disney and the people behind the magic. And over the years, I’ve had countless...
Hey Reader! If you’ve been creating content, building an audience, or growing your brand… but still feel a little unclear about how to actually turn all of that into income, this is for you. I see this all the time. Smart, talented creators doing great work…but without a clear plan for monetization. Not because they’re doing anything wrong.They just haven’t had the time or space to step back and map it out. So on March 20, 2026 (9:00am–12:30pm ET), I’m hosting a live, hands-on Momentum...
Your Guide to Disney Parks & Experiences Hello, my friend! I am on board the Disney Destiny with Beci Mahnken from Mouse Fan Travel, doing prep work for our WDW Radio group cruise on Feb. 9. But I have a question for YOU: What is your BEST Disney Cruise Line secret, tip, or hack? And I don’t mean the obvious stuff like “arrive early” or “download the app.” I’m talking about your “Whoa… I can’t believe more people don’t know this!” tip. The little trick… The hidden spot… The ordering hack… The...