The GOOFIEST Things To Happen At Disney World (w/ Scott Gustin!)

In this April Fool's episode of *Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel*, host Carlye Welis welcomes theme park journalist Scott Gustin to explore the goofiest, most chaotic, and hilariously bizarre moments in Disney World history. From the short-lived, crash-filled Kite Tales show—where animatronic kites shaped like Simba and Baloo were towed by jet skis and deliberately crashed into the water—to the baffling NBA Experience, a 44,000-square-foot basketball-themed attraction that failed to gain traction and closed after just seven months, the duo dives into absurd theme park mishaps with infectious enthusiasm. They also recount the infamous 'Sombrero Donald' incident at Epcot’s Grand Fiesta Tour, where a broken Donald Duck animatronic was replaced by a plant wearing a sombrero, sparking viral internet chaos. The conversation then shifts to the leaked Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind opening date by Disney’s head of communications, Jeff Morrell, a moment so disastrous it became a meme legend. Other highlights include the mysterious Lightning McQueen T-shirt mystery, the bizarre Paddlefish restaurant robbery, and the short-lived Animal Kingdom poop candy—four chocolate fudge treats shaped like animal droppings that were pulled after just weeks. The episode blends nostalgia, humor, and insider knowledge, celebrating Disney’s imperfections as part of its charm. Carlye and Scott also share personal stories, from snack-saving gestures to dream trips, underscoring their deep love for the parks and each other’s fandom. The episode concludes with practical travel tips: exclusive Disney Cruise Line discounts (50% off for up to three kids, 25% off for adults), limited-time Disney World room deals for Disney Plus subscribers, and advice on booking future trips through travel agents. A listener call raises the frustration of not being able to book Disney World trips a full year in advance—despite being able to book cruises two years out—prompting a discussion on Disney’s booking window limitations. Throughout, the tone remains joyful, irreverent, and deeply affectionate toward the parks, even in their goofiest moments. The episode is a love letter to Disney’s unpredictable magic, where mistakes become legends and chaos is celebrated.