In this high-energy kickoff episode of Going Beyond the Castle, hosts Fred Briley and Lori Talamo pull back the curtain and share how their Disney-obsessed friendship turned into a full-blown podcast 🎙️🏰. From late-night planning chats to magical park moments, they dive into the heart behind the show and what listeners can expect as they journey beyond the castle walls with them each week. ✨

Topics Covered:

• 🎢 How Fred & Lori met and how this wild podcast idea was born

• 🏰 What “Going Beyond the Castle” really means

• ✨ Their Disney favorites, hot takes, and go-to travel styles

• 🎙️ A sneak peek at upcoming episode themes, stories & special guests

• 🤝 How listeners can join the fun — questions, ideas, and community engagement

• 🎬 Behind-the-scenes of recording: planning, chaos & creative magic