The DCL Dude Podcast, hosted by Wes Dauer, covers Disney Cruise Line news, travel tips, trip reports and guest interviews. It has 227 episodes released roughly every three weeks, typically 50 to 60 minutes long. Estimated downloads are 500 to 3,000 per episode, with a rate of $40 to $90 per host-read mid-roll ad.
Engaged Disney Cruise Line fans planning their next voyage
- Episodes covering Disney Cruise Line news, ships and itineraries draw listeners in the planning stage
- Apple Podcasts shows 262 ratings with a 4.9 average, a sign of a loyal listener base
- Listeners are a travel-focused audience, suited to family travel and vacation-related offers
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, interview, listener Q&A, trip report
- Tone
- enthusiastic, informal
- Language
- English
- Production
- Home recording
- Typical length
- 40 to 60 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles cover ships, itineraries and recaps with no flagged content; the feed is not explicit.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | thedcldudepodcast.libsyn.com/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1293289057 |
| RSS feed | thedcldudepodcast.libsyn.com/rss |
Benchmark score: 67 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 198: Recapping the Disney Believe Reveal | 2026-10-13 | 1 h 2 min |
| Episode 197: DCL Report Card | 2026-09-29 | 54 min |
| Episode 196: Disney Treasure Cruise Recap! | 2026-09-07 | 1 h 9 min |
| Episode 195: DCL at D23 2026! | 2026-08-17 | 30 min |
| Episode 194: Ranking Disney Cruise Line Splurges from Best to Worst | 2026-08-03 | 49 min |
| Episode 193: DCL Overrated/Underrated | 2026-06-29 | 1 h 4 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 21 days.
The DCL Dude Podcast is a show dedicated to all things Disney Cruise Line! We will talk recent DCL news, share travel tips, interview guests, go over the best and worst (ok, mostly best) that DCL has to offer, share trip reports, and hopefully interact with you, the listener! Follow us on Twitter (@theDCLdude) or like us on Facebook (facebook.com/dcldudepodcast)!
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About The DCL Dude Podcast
The DCL Dude Podcast is a travel show about Disney Cruise Line, covering recent news, travel tips, guest interviews, trip reports and ranked lists of cruise features. Its website identifies Wes Dauer as the owner and host, and the show has published 227 episodes since October 2017. Episodes run about 50 to 60 minutes and the Apple Podcasts listing shows an updated monthly release frequency.
Apple Podcasts lists 262 ratings with a 4.9 average. Based on that rating count and the show's format, listener numbers are estimated, not published: roughly 500 to 3,000 downloads per episode. Listeners appear to be Disney fans planning trips, with an estimated audience skewing American. No sponsors appear in the feed or website.
At an estimated 500 to 3,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll ad would be priced at about $40 to $90, which suits small travel brands, family travel products and gear makers looking for a niche audience. Sponsors who should consider this show are those selling to Disney Cruise Line planners.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The DCL Dude Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The DCL Dude Podcast
How much does The DCL Dude Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated at $40 to $90 per host-read mid-roll ad, based on an estimated 500 to 3,000 downloads per episode. Exact rates are set by the show and are not published in the feed.
What is The DCL Dude Podcast about?
It is a travel podcast about Disney Cruise Line, covering news, travel tips, guest interviews, trip reports and ranked lists of cruise features, hosted by Wes Dauer.
How do I contact The DCL Dude Podcast about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.