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On this episode, Jim Hill and Eric Hersey dig into the latest Universal Orlando updates before turning to a deep-dive tribute to Jay Stein — the visionary who transformed Universal's backlot tour into a spectacle factory and helped define the studio's signature “JayBang” style of themed entertainment. NEWS NBC's Wicked: One Wonderful Night special sparks strong reactions as Universal's cross-promotions continue everywhere from Dunkin' to TV tie-ins. New 2026 Universal Orlando ticket options clarify how multi-day guests can access Epic Universe more than once. Reddit reactions and critic reviews paint a wide spectrum of opinions on Universal's latest TV musical marketing moment. Preparations continue around Orlando as fans look ahead to more detailed Epic Universe rollouts. FEATURE — A TRIBUTE TO JAY STEIN How a 26-year-old studio problem-solver was handed one directive: “Fix the tram tour.” The creation of the very first “JayBang”: the 1968 Flash Flood, sending 20,000 gallons of water rushing past the tram. The shift from generic “movie magic” to effects pulled straight from current Universal Pictures releases. The Eiger Sanction–inspired glacier tunnel illusion, which evolved into one of the most memorable tram finales ever built. Why Jay Stein's fingerprints can still be felt across every fireball, near-miss shark, collapsing bridge, and runaway vehicle in Universal's attraction lineup. Hosts Jim Hill — X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia | Website: jimhillmedia.com Eric Hersey — X/Twitter: @erichersey | Instagram: @erichersey | Website: erichersey.com Patreon Enjoying the show? Your support helps us bring more insider history, analysis, and interviews to the feed. Join us at: https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia/ Follow Us Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews YouTube: @jimhillmedia TikTok: @jimhillmedia Producer Credits Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey — Strong Minded Agency Sponsor This episode is brought to you by Unlocked Magic, where listeners can save up to 12% on Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World tickets — including select after-hours events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wonder which Universal Orlando rides truly stack up against Disney World's biggest attractions? This week, John, Dayna, and Shawn dive deep into the most honest, most chaotic, and most opinion-packed comparison episode we've ever done. Buckle up — feelings were hurt, friendships were tested, and some sacred cows were absolutely roasted. We break down attraction matchups like: Tron Lightcycle Run vs. Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure Rock 'n' Roller Coaster (Muppets Mayhem version!) vs. VelociCoaster Tower of Terror vs… literally anything Universal has Slinky Dog Dash vs. Hiccup's Wing Gliders Monsters Unchained vs. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Peter Pan's Flight vs. E.T. Adventure (John and Dayna vs. Shawn… chaos) Toy Story Midway Mania vs. Universal's shooters Plus:

On this episode of the Marty Called Podcast, Ben, Tim and Josh discuss Tim and Ben's recent trips to Disney World, Epic Universe and Halloween Horror Nights.

Listen as we recap the rest of our trip to Epic Universe!Visit UFpodcast.com⁠⁠ to contact us and find us on socials. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!----------------------This episode is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FDVglobal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ who has a team of attentive, knowledgeable and fun-loving agents to make sure your next vacation is the adventure you've been dreaming of. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FDVglobal.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to start planning your next adventure.

Help MuggleCast grow! Join us at Patreon.com/mugglecast, and receive a slew of great benefits instantly, including bonus episodes, recording studio access, ad-free episodes, and much more! Listeners can browse our official merch at MuggleCastMerch.com and pick up overstock items from years past at MuggleMillennial.Etsy.com, now more affordable than ever! This week, MuggleCast discusses a surprise invitation for Harry to the inaugural meeting of this year's Slug Club. And one of our own Slug Club members, Nicole, joins us to chat! Plus, she and Andrew just met up in the new Wizarding World - Ministry of Magic themed land at Epic Universe, and are reviewing the latest park! Welcome back Nicole! She last co-hosted the show with us on MuggleCast 391. Andrew and Nicole recently met up inside Universal Orlando's Epic Universe, and give their take on the new Wizarding World land. How does the new Ministry of Magic ride stack up against the other Harry Potter rides, and why did 1920's Paris leave Andrew's jaw on the floor? Nicole discusses the Circus Arcanus-themed attraction which she was very impressed by. Despite the glowing review, Andrew still recommends waiting to visit Epic Universe while they work out the kinks. Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Half-Blood Prince Chapter 7: The Slug Club The MuggleCast Pensieve segment highlights our last discussion of this chapter on MuggleCast #387 Why don't Ron and Hermione believe Harry about Draco? Are Ron and Hermione basing their agreeability on the recent fiasco at the Ministry, where Harry bungled things? What would an alternate explanation be for what Draco is up to, that the trio saw? Does Harry have a sixth sense about Draco because of his Horcrux connection to Voldemort? We analyze and pick apart the incredulity around Voldemort recruiting Draco, Age 16 for his followers. There is series precedent! Micah makes several brilliant comparisons between Slughorn and slugs. Why aren't there any Hufflepuffs at this Slug Club meeting? Harry underestimates Draco, in a huge way, and pays the price. Oops. Lynx Line: Patrons invent their own version of the Slug Club based on their strengths, and tell us who would be in it! Participate in our weekly trivia segment by answering this week's Quizzitch question at MuggleCast.com/Quizzitch! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, we talk about the new Epic Universe documentary is releasing on Peacock, a new Freedom Pass for military members, Comcast is getting serious about buying Warner Brothers and we go over everything going on for Christmas at Universal Studios Orlando. Join Club 32 Help us to fund & grow the show by becoming part of Club 32! You'll get more additional content, CTM Apparel discounts, 1901 Candle Company discounts, private Facebook Group, private podcast & more! - head to ctmvip.com CTM Apparel Get the best Disney, Universal and/or Pop Culture apparel that is hand made in our shop - shop at ctmshirts.com Subscribe To The Show & Leave Us A Review Apple Podcasts - Click Here Stitcher - Click Here Spotify - Click Here Follow Us on Social Media CTM Facebook Group: @capthemagic Twitter: @capthemagic Instagram: @capthemagic Visit Us Online Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Capture the Magic Podcast – find the latest episodes! Capture The Magic Apparel – you can find a great Disney-inspired t-shirt collection! Join Club 32! Our private group with access to exclusive livestreams, podcasts, and MORE! Visit ctmvip.com Our Sponsors Zip Travel - visit travelwithzip.com to see how they can help you have the vacation of a lifetime! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jim Hill and Len Testa unpack Disney's expanding multimodal transportation plans, field listener questions on “Dwarfgate” and the state of restaurant seating, and dig into the remarkable story of how Richard Nixon ended up declaring “I am not a crook” at Walt Disney World's Contemporary Resort. NEWS Disney expands its airport luggage transfer program to include Southwest Airlines arrivals, bringing back a little bit of that old Magical Express magic. A deeper look at Disney's FY2025 earnings reveals what that surprising 4% Q4 attendance dip likely means. Updates on the Polynesian Tower's Wailulu Bar & Grill and the return of the Garden View Lounge afternoon tea at the Grand Floridian. After 35 years, the rights to Roger Rabbit revert to creator Gary K. Wolf—sequels may be on the horizon. Universal explores a new 4–5 mile transportation system linking Epic Universe, CityWalk, and I-Drive. Listener questions on Dwarfgate, Tablegate, and how early to line up for key attractions. A look at why Disney still asks detailed spending questions on surveys—even when they already know many of the answers. FEATURE The full story of why President Richard Nixon's “I am not a crook” press conference happened at the Contemporary Resort, and how that moment shaped Disney's early public image. Full show notes available here: Show Notes Hosts Jim Hill — X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia | Website: jimhillmedia.com Len Testa — BlueSky: @lentesta.bsky.social | Instagram: @len.testa | Website: touringplans.com Patreon Enjoying the show? Support the Disney Dish and get exclusive bonus content at:https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia/ Follow Us Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews YouTube: @jimhillmedia TikTok: @jimhillmedia Producer Credits Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey — Strong Minded Agency Sponsor This episode is brought to you by Unlocked Magic, from the team at DVC Rental Store—where you can save 10% on regular and special-event Disney tickets, including Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and Jollywood Nights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Hill and Len Testa unpack Disney's expanding multimodal transportation plans, field listener questions on “Dwarfgate” and the state of restaurant seating, and dig into the remarkable story of how Richard Nixon ended up declaring “I am not a crook” at Walt Disney World's Contemporary Resort. NEWS Disney expands its airport luggage transfer program to include Southwest Airlines arrivals, bringing back a little bit of that old Magical Express magic. A deeper look at Disney's FY2025 earnings reveals what that surprising 4% Q4 attendance dip likely means. Updates on the Polynesian Tower's Wailulu Bar & Grill and the return of the Garden View Lounge afternoon tea at the Grand Floridian. After 35 years, the rights to Roger Rabbit revert to creator Gary K. Wolf—sequels may be on the horizon. Universal explores a new 4–5 mile transportation system linking Epic Universe, CityWalk, and I-Drive. Listener questions on Dwarfgate, Tablegate, and how early to line up for key attractions. A look at why Disney still asks detailed spending questions on surveys—even when they already know many of the answers. FEATURE The full story of why President Richard Nixon's “I am not a crook” press conference happened at the Contemporary Resort, and how that moment shaped Disney's early public image. Full show notes available here: Show Notes Hosts Jim Hill — X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia | Website: jimhillmedia.com Len Testa — BlueSky: @lentesta.bsky.social | Instagram: @len.testa | Website: touringplans.com Patreon Enjoying the show? Support the Disney Dish and get exclusive bonus content at:https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia/ Follow Us Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews YouTube: @jimhillmedia TikTok: @jimhillmedia Producer Credits Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey — Strong Minded Agency Sponsor This episode is brought to you by Unlocked Magic, from the team at DVC Rental Store—where you can save 10% on regular and special-event Disney tickets, including Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and Jollywood Nights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Attractions Magazine contributing writers and correspondents as they bring you news and discussion about all things themed entertainment and parks, including Disney, Universal Studios and beyond on The Attractions Podcast. Topics of conversation on this week's episode of The Attractions Podcast: How Netflix House is bringing people back to malls with ‘Wednesday' and ‘One Piece' in Philadelphia Krampus & Kin now at Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas for holiday season Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll 2025 | New trees for Villains, ‘Fantasia,' ‘Frozen' Airline Luggage Transfer expanded at Disney World hotels Epic Universe Christmas holiday decorations in Celestial Park | Photo tour The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are those of the hosts and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the producers, Dream Together Media LLC, or staff.

Longtime friend of the podcast Aly is back because she has a huge trip in the works! She and her husband will be in Orlando October 29 through November 9 to experience the transition between Halloween and Christmas in the parks. They have plans to go to four different holiday parties and will be staying at three different resorts over the course of their stay (All Star Sports, Wilderness Lodge (Copper Creek), and Stella Nova. This trip will be their first time experiencing Epic Universe too! Trip Dates: October 29 - November 9, 2025 Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 10/21/25   Episode Specific Links: Follow Aly on Instagram (@captivate_magic) and TikTok (@captivate.magic) and listen to Aly's previous Where I Long To Be episodes! Aly is an agent at 1901 Main Street Travel. If you are looking for help planning your own magical trip, you can reach out to her at Aly@1901mainstreettravel.com or DM her on Instagram. Paddlefish Scuba Robbery The Pugh Two - YouTube and Instagram Mammoth Club - YouTube and Instagram Touring Plans   Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share?  Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.   Get in Touch: If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.   Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com

Aly sits down to share all the fun she and her husband had on their recent trip to Orlando. While they love to take things easy when it comes to part touring, they also managed to pack a lot of punch into this twelve day trip, including Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, Halloween Horror Nights, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, Jollywood Nights, Epic Universe, and more. Trip Dates: October 29 - November 9, 2025 Post Trip Interview: recorded 11/11/25   Episode Specific Links: Follow Aly on Instagram (@captivate_magic) and TikTok (@captivate.magic) and listen to Aly's previous Where I Long To Be episodes! Aly is an agent at 1901 Main Street Travel. If you are looking for help planning your own magical trip, you can reach out to her at Aly@1901mainstreettravel.com or DM her on Instagram. People mentioned in this episode: Jeanette - @pixiejeanette Molly - @magicmemorieswithmolly   Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share?  Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.   Get in Touch: If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.   Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com

Join us this week for episode 16 of Inside the Gates as Steven discusses every major announcement from the Disney Destiny, the latest from the building work surrounding the Tropical Americas at Animal Kingdom and all the Universal park updates. On top of that, we'll discuss the latest rumours for an Epic Universe expansion, the trailer for Toy Story 5 and much more!Be sure to keep up to date with all of the latest news and rumours through our socials!

Jim Hill and Eric Hersey trace the ambitious — and ultimately ill-fated — vision for Universal's Dark Universe, from the scrapped sequel to The Mummy to Tom Cruise's push to reinvent himself as the studio's modern Van Helsing. NEWS Universal courts talent and headlines by hiring Mark Platt and director Lorene Scafaria for a Sabrina Carpenter–led Alice in Wonderland musical. Comcast explores a bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, with Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs advising. Competing interest from Netflix and Apple raises the stakes ahead of WBD's planned corporate split. Peacock sets a new premiere date for The Epic Ride documentary, now featuring rare dragon-drone testing footage from Epic Universe. A closer look at how the industry shake-ups could affect theme park rights, licensing, and future Universal IP development. FEATURE The original plan for a direct sequel to 2017's The Mummy — and how the story would have expanded Dr. Jekyll's organization and the gods-and-monsters mythology. Why Tom Cruise's version of Nick Morton was conceived as the entry point to a larger shared universe… and how internal plans positioned him as the modern Van Helsing, monster hunter and connective tissue between films. How Cruise's hands-on creative control — the same instinct that later led Top Gun: Maverick to a $1.4B box office — clashed with Universal's rollout of the Dark Universe brand. A breakdown of what actually killed the Dark Universe: mismatched expectations, a premature cinematic universe announcement, and a marketing campaign Cruise felt undermined the film he delivered. Why Epic Universe's Dark Universe land succeeds where the films didn't — channeling classic-monster storytelling without the burden of a forced franchise blueprint. HOSTS Jim Hill — X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia | Website: jimhillmedia.comEric Hersey — X/Twitter: @erichersey | Instagram: @erichersey | Website: erichersey.com PATREON Love the show? Support more insider stories, deep dives, and history of themed entertainment at:https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia/ FOLLOW US Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews YouTube: @jimhillmedia TikTok: @jimhillmedia PRODUCTION Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey — Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR Unlocked Magic — Save up to 12% on Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World tickets, including discounts on after-hours events like Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and Jollywood Nights. Start planning at UnlockedMagic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this weeks episode, the guys wonder what would happen if Comcast Universal purchased Warner Brothers. Plus Disney announces a new annual pass, a new permit is filed for Epic Universe and few dates remain for the Christmas party. Follow The Show:FacebookInstagramYouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wonder what happens when you take a Disney die-hard to a Universal Park? Well in this BONUS Episode of Mom Street USA, Jacque gives her take on visiting Epic Universe! Tune in for all the hot-takes on Epic Universe from a Disney adult!Watch Mom Street USA LIVE on TikTok every Thursday at 6pm Pacific/9pm Eastern!You can view the live show via TikTok:@momstreetusa @beanie_duck (Duck & Jess)Join us now on our Patreon account: https://patreon.com/MomStreetUSAHave a question or have a future show topic recommendation? Chat with us on Discord or email us @ momstreetusa@gmail.com!⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/momstreetusa#EpicUniverse#EpicUniverse2025#UniversalOrlando#UniversalStudios#UniversalStudiosOrlando#UniversalStudiosFlorida#OrlandoThemeParks#ThemeParkReview#ThemeParkTips#EpicUniverseNews#UniversalNews#ThemeParkOpinion#FloridaTravel#OrlandoTravel#EpicUniverseHype#NewThemePark#EpicUniverseUpdate#ThemeParkCommunity#OrlandoVlog#TravelVlog

It's a me, Erica!Let's catch up on life, mes chéries. Today I bless you with my hot pot burps, share my holiday plans in Orlando, ponder thoughts on fashion & beauty being recession indicators, and provide some advice on how to manage the holiday season if you struggling with your family/your family is heavily impacted by current conflicts domestic and abroad. Lastly, I shed some insight on how to make the best of your next two months before the new year.Note that next week will be the season 3 finale! I will be returning sometime January refreshed and reason for season 4 :) 

Listen as we recap our trip to Epic Universe!Visit UFpodcast.com⁠⁠ to contact us and find us on socials. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!----------------------This episode is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FDVglobal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ who has a team of attentive, knowledgeable and fun-loving agents to make sure your next vacation is the adventure you've been dreaming of. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FDVglobal.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to start planning your next adventure.

On this episode we bring you the latest Little Things from the resort, we discuss Epic Universe tickets & single use express passes, as well as bringing you a Which Stick and the listener HHN house rankings for this year Join us in The Producers Club Follow us: LINKTREE     

In this episode, we discuss the exciting news that Universal has filed a permit for a massive Epic Universe expansion, hinting that new attractions, lands, or entertainment offerings could already be in the works even before the park's first full year is complete. We also share our picks for the best Universal Orlando resorts for a staycation, from relaxing getaways to family-friendly spots with great food, pools, and vibes. Whether you're a local looking for a weekend retreat or planning a longer Universal trip, we break down which resorts offer the best bang for your buck. Join Club 32 Help us to fund & grow the show by becoming part of Club 32! You'll get more additional content, CTM Apparel discounts, 1901 Candle Company discounts, private Facebook Group, private podcast & more! - head to ctmvip.com CTM Apparel Get the best Disney, Universal and/or Pop Culture apparel that is hand made in our shop - shop at ctmshirts.com Subscribe To The Show & Leave Us A Review Apple Podcasts - Click Here Stitcher - Click Here Spotify - Click Here Follow Us on Social Media CTM Facebook Group: @capthemagic Twitter: @capthemagic Instagram: @capthemagic Visit Us Online Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Capture the Magic Podcast – find the latest episodes! Capture The Magic Apparel – you can find a great Disney-inspired t-shirt collection! Join Club 32! Our private group with access to exclusive livestreams, podcasts, and MORE! Visit ctmvip.com Our Sponsors Zip Travel - visit travelwithzip.com to see how they can help you have the vacation of a lifetime! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jim Hill and Eric Hersey dig into a newly surfaced Universal guest survey that hints at Epic Universe joining the resort's Annual Pass lineup — and what that could mean for crowds, pricing, and park strategy. Plus, Jim shares a real-life road trip saga straight out of a Hallmark movie, and the guys unpack Universal's latest headlines from Orlando to Hollywood. NEWS A listener-sent Universal survey suggests Epic Universe may soon be included in AP tiers. Comcast's Q3 results show a 19% jump in theme park revenue, driven by Epic's first full quarter. The Burning Blade Tavern's fire effect goes dark — and fans dub it “The Invisible Blade.” Jim explains why Spider-Man still appears in Universal marketing — thanks to a contract clause requiring 20% Marvel representation in Islands of Adventure ads. Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz return for a brand-new Mummy sequel, proving Universal's monster legacy isn't dead yet. FEATUREJim continues his deep dive into Universal's ill-fated Dark Universe — the studio's ambitious attempt to build a monster-filled cinematic universe. From Dracula Untold to The Mummy (2017), discover how even A-list stars and big budgets couldn't resurrect the undead franchise. Hosts Jim Hill — X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia | Website: jimhillmedia.com Eric Hersey — X/Twitter: @erichersey | Instagram: @erichersey | Website: erichersey.com PatreonSupport Epic Universal and other Jim Hill Media shows at patreon.com/jimhillmedia Follow UsFacebook: @JimHillMediaNews | YouTube: @jimhillmedia | TikTok: @jimhillmedia Producer CreditsEdited by Dave GreyProduced by Eric Hersey — Strong Minded Agency SponsorThis episode is brought to you by Unlocked Magic — where you can save up to 12% on Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World tickets, including after-hours events. Visit UnlockedMagic.com today and tell them Eric and Jim sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last week, we recapped the HHN part of our trip; next week, you'll hear about the Epic Universe part of our trip. THIS week, listen as we recap the Universal Studios & Islands of Adventure part of our recent trip to Universal Orlando. We also review our first stay at Terra Luna, including nearly all of the Omega Cafe menu! Visit UFpodcast.com⁠⁠ to contact us and find us on socials. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!----------------------This episode is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FDVglobal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ who has a team of attentive, knowledgeable and fun-loving agents to make sure your next vacation is the adventure you've been dreaming of. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FDVglobal.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to start planning your next adventure.

Send us a textWe're back with some topics that take us to Disney Parks around the world. Plus some updates to Universal Studios & Epic Universe in Orlando. We hope you enjoy the showJoin us in our completely free Discord https://discord.gg/4nAvKTgcRnCheck out all of our amazing sponsors!Getaway Todayhttps://www.getawaytoday.com/?referrerid=8636If you want to book a Disney Vacation, please use our friends at Getaway Today. Also, if you call 855-GET-AWAY and mention Walt's Apartment, you will get a special dose of magic Where In The Park The Podcast-“Discover the history behind the details of Disney parks and more on the Where In The Park podcast”https://whereinthepark.comCheck Out Sunken City Designs - from the mind of Louis Medinahttps://sunkencitydesigns.bigcartel.com

Episode 281 for the week of November 3, 2025 ...  and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Last Week In Disney- Zootopia: Better Zoogether Changes The Backstory of The Tree of Life (Source: WDWNT) - Universal Orlando to Allow Hoping to EPIC in 2026 (Source: Scott Gustin)- TEA Attendance figures are out for 2024 (Source: Scott Gustin)- Disney to celebrate the Nations Semiquincentennial in a Big Way - Including an Update to Soarin' (Source: Scott Gustin)Starts @2:11 ...Construction Updates- Big Thunder Mountain begin testing!Starts @34:33 ...Final Trip Planning Update from Phil- Phil leaves later this week for his trip. He booked Lightning Lanes for his 4-parks day, but rising crowd predictions and potential for the Holiday Parade taping has him stressedStarts @39:59 ...DBC Engagement: Would You Rather...- After our discussion topic last week we asked the community what are important items they always have with them when visiting DisneyStarts @48:40 ...* Reminder to like, subscribe, rate, and review the DBC Pod wherever you get your podcast *Send us an e-mail! .... thedbcpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on social media:- LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/thedbcpod - Bluesky: @thedbcpod.bsky.social- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheDBCPod/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDBCPod- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDBCPod- YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedbcpod- Discord Server: https://discord.com/invite/cJ8Vxf4BmQNote: This podcast is not affiliated with any message boards, blogs, news sites, or other podcasts

On this episode, we're diving into the new Epic Universe ticket options starting in 2026, what they include, and how they'll fit into the Universal Orlando Resort lineup. We also break down what's confirmed to be coming to the park when it opens. From Super Nintendo World to How to Train Your Dragon Isle of Berk, Dark Universe, and Celestial Park, plus share some speculation on what Universal might add in the years ahead. With Epic Universe shaping up to be a game-changer for theme parks, we're breaking down everything you need to know about tickets, attractions, and the exciting possibilities for the park's future. Join Club 32 Help us to fund & grow the show by becoming part of Club 32! You'll get more additional content, CTM Apparel discounts, 1901 Candle Company discounts, private Facebook Group, private podcast & more! - head to ctmvip.com CTM Apparel Get the best Disney, Universal and/or Pop Culture apparel that is hand made in our shop - shop at ctmshirts.com Subscribe To The Show & Leave Us A Review Apple Podcasts - Click Here Stitcher - Click Here Spotify - Click Here Follow Us on Social Media CTM Facebook Group: @capthemagic Twitter: @capthemagic Instagram: @capthemagic Visit Us Online Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Capture the Magic Podcast – find the latest episodes! Capture The Magic Apparel – you can find a great Disney-inspired t-shirt collection! Join Club 32! Our private group with access to exclusive livestreams, podcasts, and MORE! Visit ctmvip.com Our Sponsors Zip Travel - visit travelwithzip.com to see how they can help you have the vacation of a lifetime! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We've got a wide variety of Orlando topics for you. Epic universe scaling up, some road relief news, new developments finally underway, and your Q&A!

In this Halloween episode, Jim Hill and Eric Hersey dig up the spooky story of Universal's Dark Universe - the ambitious attempt to build a monster-filled cinematic universe that never rose from the grave. From The Mummy's box office stumble to the Wolfman's cursed production, the duo unpacks how a failed film series still inspired one of Epic Universe's most anticipated lands. Along the way, they discuss park attendance stats, ticket changes, and a few frightfully fun surprises. 2024 Themed Entertainment Association attendance report reveals Universal's shifting rankings Why Universal paused 3-Day Annual Pass sales and what it means for Epic Universe access The rise and fall of The Mummy reboot and the costly chaos behind The Wolfman Inside Universal's forgotten plans for Creature from the Black Lagoon and Dracula Untold How the ashes of a movie misfire gave life to Epic Universe's monster-filled Dark Universe land Even the monsters couldn't scare away Jim and Eric's curiosity—hear the full tale of how Universal's cinematic dream turned into a theme park triumph. Follow Eric on X and Instagram @EricHersey Follow Jim on X and Instagram @JimHillMedia Unlocked Magic Unlocked Magic, powered by DVC Rental Store and DVC Resale Market, offers exclusive Disney & Universal ticket savings with TRUSTED service and authenticity. With over $10 MILLION in ticket sales, use Unlocked Magic to get the BIGGEST SAVINGS. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This month, we welcome back Sophie, aka Soupninjaha, and for the first time, Blythe Milligan, host of the Everything is Logistics Podcast and one-half of the brain behind Jax Podcasters United. We stack Universal's Epic Universe against Disney's current strategy and ask what families actually value: price, polish, and memory-making. Then we follow the money from bloated blockbusters to horror's lean machine, and explore how IMAX, the Sphere, and fan-first screenings are redefining the movie night.• Epic Universe's creative swing versus Disney's maintenance and pricing headwinds• How themed events like Halloween Horror Nights create con-like community• live-action adaptations that work, those that don't, and what should stay animated• Universal's demographic plays in Vegas and Frisco, and what it means for Disney• Why studios are trimming tentpoles and why horror keeps winning• The rise of premium formats: IMAX, Alamo, and immersive venues like the Sphere• The thrill of mystery boxes and the hunt driving modern retail fandomMake sure to join us at Jacksonville Podcasters United Pod-A-Thon in December to support local creators and charities!Find Blythe here:Everything is Logistics websiteEverything is Logistics PodcastBlythe Brumleve LinkedInYouTubeInstagramTikTokFind Sophie here: TikTokTwitterCosplay InstagramArt Instagram

On today's episode Jess is live from Universal to celebrate her son's 12th birthday with a stay at Helios Grand, a pool day, and a very special Epic Universe day!

The Coaster Kings return to Universal's Epic Universe six months after the park began operations – what has changed? What's gotten better? Worse? We'll talk about the changes that have taken place and a few that are on the horizon at Orlando's newest park.

Long before Epic Universe opened with a land dedicated to bringing the worlds of Universal's Classic Monster lineup to life, these iconic characters were the stars of their own strange and unusual attraction. In today's episode, Jake and Morgan exhume the history of the show-stopping “Beetlejuice's Rock ‘N Roll Graveyard Revue.” Relive the electrifying show experience, discover the production's fascinating history, and join in mourning the eventual closure of this spooky musical spectacular. Listen along and join the Dis-cussion on social media @neverlandnavco

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On this episode, we talk about how Universal has revealed full details for the upcoming Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, Texas including themed lands based on Shrek, Minions, Jurassic World, Trolls, SpongeBob, and Gabby's Dollhouse and we're breaking it all down! We'll also discuss Universal testing a new single-ride Express Pass, the latest 2024 attendance numbers showing a dip for Universal, new dates for Mardi Gras 2026, the announcement of a “Wicked: For Good” immersive experience, and how guests can now pre-pay for parking at CityWalk and Epic Universe. Join Club 32 Help us to fund & grow the show by becoming part of Club 32! You'll get more additional content, CTM Apparel discounts, 1901 Candle Company discounts, private Facebook Group, private podcast & more! - head to ctmvip.com CTM Apparel Get the best Disney, Universal and/or Pop Culture apparel that is hand made in our shop - shop at ctmshirts.com Subscribe To The Show & Leave Us A Review Apple Podcasts - Click Here Stitcher - Click Here Spotify - Click Here Follow Us on Social Media CTM Facebook Group: @capthemagic Twitter: @capthemagic Instagram: @capthemagic Visit Us Online Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Capture the Magic Podcast – find the latest episodes! Capture The Magic Apparel – you can find a great Disney-inspired t-shirt collection! Join Club 32! Our private group with access to exclusive livestreams, podcasts, and MORE! Visit ctmvip.com Our Sponsors Zip Travel - visit travelwithzip.com to see how they can help you have the vacation of a lifetime! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hunter is joined by classic GGH co-host Kenny, and some other special friends to celebrate the newest Halloween adjacent attraction, Monsters Unchained. They discuss 20 details from big to small they love about this instant classic at Universal's Epic Universe.

Theme Park Guys: We check back in with the Theme Park Guys that may have a major announcement. Theme Park Tragedies: We have someone living the dream and passing away on the Haunted Mansion in Disneyland followed by a suicide at Disney World Resort. What is up with theme parks? Corey's Twitter: Whether it be someone being mean or someone being nice, it is most likely us. The saga continues. Also we check in on Andy on Dancing With The Stars, he's still out there! THE BEAR!, FUCK YOU, WATCH THIS!, YE!, KANYE!, MONSTER!, RICK ROSS!, JAY-Z!, NICKI MINAJ!, GHOST IN MY CORNER!, PICK ME TRUMP!, HEAVEN!, SHY!, DWTS!, EMMA!, ANDY!, MAGIC OF A THEME PARK!, THEME PARK GUYS!, BIG NEWS!, SNAPBACK!, HUNTER!, NICK!, BEST FRIENDS!, MORTAL ENEMIES!, SUPERCHATS!, EMPATH!, MLK!, N-PATH!, MIKE COSIGNED!, SWEET SUMMER CHILD!, ANNOYED!, PASSIVE AGGRESSIVE!, EPISODE!, RAMBLING!, EPIC UNIVERSE!, THAT TRACKS!, TIM TRACKER!, LEAVING THE SHOW!, LOST TWO CO HOSTS!, FAMILY ANNIHILIATION!, HAUNTED MANSION!, DIED!, PASSED AWAY!, DEATH AT DISNEY!, MACABRE!, TRUE CRIME!, HITCHHIKING GHOSTS!, BIG T!, GHOUL IN THE CASKET!, LET ME OUTTA HERE!, TMZ!, STRETCHER!, CONTEMPORARY RESORT!, CINDERELLA SUITE!, FIREWORKS!, SUICIDE!, DREW STRUZAN!, MOVIE POSTER!, ART!, COREY'S TWITTER!, WEREWOLVES!, MONSTER TRUCKS!, JAMES AND THOSE!, WOLFMAN!, GRANDSON!, PICTURE!, DJ EDOC!, REMIX!, CHARACTERS!, JAMIE KENNEDY'S PODCAST!, BABAWAWA!, SNL!, CONVENTION!, BRAT!, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE!, PERIOD!, PMSING!, BEING A BRAT!, ANDY RICHTER!, DEDICATION NIGHT!, DAUGHTER!, COREY'S FAMILY!, ROBERT IRWIN!, KERRI GREEN!, GOONIES!  You can find the videos from this episode at our Discord RIGHT HERE!

On today's episode we are talking about our upcoming trips - I am going away for my son's 12th birthday and Megan is going somewhere so exciting. You don't want to miss this episode!Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of Simplifying the Magic, where Megan and Jess share their passion for Disney and travel, offering expert tips and tricks to make planning your next vacation a breeze!As premier travel agents with Fantastical Vacations, we'd love to help you plan your next getaway! Reach out to us at SimplifyingtheMagic@gmail.com for assistance with Disney, Universal, cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and more!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram:Simplifying the Magic on FacebookSimplifying the Magic on InstagramFind Megan at:Vacations by Megan Gibson on FacebookMegan on InstagramFind Jess at:Jess on FacebookJess on InstagramThank you so much for listening!

We went to Epic Universe, Universal, Islands of Adventure, and HHN! In this episode, we're live from the road and from the parks. Listen to us try many HHN foods and even go through a few houses. Visit UFpodcast.com⁠⁠ to contact us and find us on socials. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!----------------------This episode is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FDVglobal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ who has a team of attentive, knowledgeable and fun-loving agents to make sure your next vacation is the adventure you've been dreaming of. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FDVglobal.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to start planning your next adventure.

On this extended episode we bring you along on our trip to Universal Orlando in October 2025, that includes Halloween Horror Nights, Epic Universe and more. Stay tuned to the end, as we have 3 HHN house walk-throughs, narrated by your hosts!! Join us in The Producers Club Follow us: LINKTREE     

On this episode, Hannah travels all the way from Portland to visit WDW and Universal Orlando for her 24th birthday! They visit all 4 Universal parks, including one day at Epic Universe, stay in FOUR different hotels at both properties, enjoy Express pass, Halloween Horror Nights, Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween party, Lightning Lanes, and a tiny bit of relaxation thrown in there. But the end of the trip, they were absolutely exhausted, but had an amazing time! Subscribe To The Show & Leave Us A Review Apple Podcasts - Click Here Spotify - Click Here Amazon Podcasts - Click Here YouTube - Click Here Follow Us on Social Media   Instagram: @capthemagic TikTok: @capturethemagic Twitter: @capthemagic CTM Facebook Community: @capthemagic Sponsors CTM Apparel Co - visit ctmapparelco.com for original designs that are pefect in the parks or at home! Zip Travel - visit vacationwithzip.com to see how they can help you plan the vacation of a lifetime! 1901 Candle Co - visit 1901candleco.com to bring the magical smells you love home with 1901 Candle Co More Links   Club 32 - ctmvip.com Capture The Magic Website - ctm.show Main YouTube - youtube.com@capthemagic Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this bonus episode of 90s Disney, hosts AJ, Mike, and Chris discuss what it really means to “plus” a Disney attraction — that time-honored Imagineering term for enhancing or improving an existing ride without completely replacing it.Inspired by recent announcements about updates to attractions like Frozen Ever After and Ratatouille: The Adventure, the trio goes park by park through Walt Disney World to decide which attractions could use a little “plus” of their own — and which ones should be left alone.Plus, the brothers read listener emails about Epic Universe tips, favorite Disney holiday traditions, and must-try dining picks for upcoming trips.00:00 Introduction and Announcements02:30 Magic Kingdom: Tomorrowland Updates05:45 Magic Kingdom: Fantasyland Enhancements08:18 Magic Kingdom: Liberty Square and Frontierland10:51 Magic Kingdom: Adventureland Improvements12:34 Epcot: Future World and World Showcase23:07 Hollywood Studios: Sunset Boulevard and Toy Story Land26:24 Thought Experiment: Original Trilogy Ride27:21 Maintaining and Fixing Disneyland Attractions27:42 Future of Star Tours29:03 Indiana Jones and Other Attractions30:07 Animal Kingdom Updates34:15 Avatar and Pandora Attractions38:48 Epic Universe and Hotel Recommendations44:10 Holiday Traditions at Disney45:59 Dining Recommendations for Anniversary Trip49:01 Cedar Point and Knottsberry Farm52:14 Upcoming Episode and ConclusionFollow UsBlue Sky | Twitter/X | Facebook | Threads | InstagramEmail: 90sDisneyPodcast@gmail.com

On this weeks episode of The Theme Park Podcast, the guys recap their trips to Halloween Horror Nights, Scott goes back to Epic Universe and Jingle Cruise returns!Follow The Show:FacebookInstagramYouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode: Lucy Lopez, Elizabeth Newcamp, and Zak Rosen are tackling picky eating. They're joined by Jennifer Anderson from Kids Eat In Color to talk about helping kids navigate diet culture, how to tell if your kid is a “normal” picky eater or a problematic picky eater, why you shouldn't try to sneak foods into foods they like, and more! But first, they share their latest triumphs and fails: Zak got a puppy! Elizabeth loves Halloween now! And Lucy was a hero at Epic Universe park. You know what that means - it's a Triple Triumph week y'all! Mentioned in this Episode:Care and Feeding video episodes are now on YouTube! They drop on Fridays and are available here. In which Elizabeth claims Halloween is the worst - Is It Creepy to Photograph Other Kids' Costumes? Elizabeth's tricked out Halloween house - Instagram Produced by Cheyna Roth Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today's show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes. You can also call our phone line: (646) 357-9318. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get to hang out with us on the Plus Playground every week for a whole additional grab-bag of content — and you'll get an ad-free experience across the network. And you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Care and Feeding. Sign up now at slate.com/careplus – or try it out on Apple Podcasts. Listen to Opportunity Gap wherever you get your podcasts: ⁠⁠https://lnk.to/opportunitygapPS!careandfeeding⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode: Lucy Lopez, Elizabeth Newcamp, and Zak Rosen are tackling picky eating. They're joined by Jennifer Anderson from Kids Eat In Color to talk about helping kids navigate diet culture, how to tell if your kid is a “normal” picky eater or a problematic picky eater, why you shouldn't try to sneak foods into foods they like, and more! But first, they share their latest triumphs and fails: Zak got a puppy! Elizabeth loves Halloween now! And Lucy was a hero at Epic Universe park. You know what that means - it's a Triple Triumph week y'all! Mentioned in this Episode:Care and Feeding video episodes are now on YouTube! They drop on Fridays and are available here. In which Elizabeth claims Halloween is the worst - Is It Creepy to Photograph Other Kids' Costumes? Elizabeth's tricked out Halloween house - Instagram Produced by Cheyna Roth Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today's show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes. You can also call our phone line: (646) 357-9318. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get to hang out with us on the Plus Playground every week for a whole additional grab-bag of content — and you'll get an ad-free experience across the network. And you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Care and Feeding. Sign up now at slate.com/careplus – or try it out on Apple Podcasts. Listen to Opportunity Gap wherever you get your podcasts: ⁠⁠https://lnk.to/opportunitygapPS!careandfeeding⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode: Lucy Lopez, Elizabeth Newcamp, and Zak Rosen are tackling picky eating. They're joined by Jennifer Anderson from Kids Eat In Color to talk about helping kids navigate diet culture, how to tell if your kid is a “normal” picky eater or a problematic picky eater, why you shouldn't try to sneak foods into foods they like, and more! But first, they share their latest triumphs and fails: Zak got a puppy! Elizabeth loves Halloween now! And Lucy was a hero at Epic Universe park. You know what that means - it's a Triple Triumph week y'all! Mentioned in this Episode:Care and Feeding video episodes are now on YouTube! They drop on Fridays and are available here. In which Elizabeth claims Halloween is the worst - Is It Creepy to Photograph Other Kids' Costumes? Elizabeth's tricked out Halloween house - Instagram Produced by Cheyna Roth Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today's show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes. You can also call our phone line: (646) 357-9318. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get to hang out with us on the Plus Playground every week for a whole additional grab-bag of content — and you'll get an ad-free experience across the network. And you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Care and Feeding. Sign up now at slate.com/careplus – or try it out on Apple Podcasts. Listen to Opportunity Gap wherever you get your podcasts: ⁠⁠https://lnk.to/opportunitygapPS!careandfeeding⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've been looking forward to experiencing Universal Orlando's brand-new Epic Universe: Dark Universe for well over a year, and finally we made it! Walking through the fog into Darkmoor Village felt like stepping inside a classic monster movie. We rode Curse of the Werewolf and were blown away by Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment. There's a reason all the vloggers keep praising this attraction. We also share our thoughts on food, merchandise, characters, and atmosphere. Meeting the NEW Bride and Frankenstein in person was the perfect ending to an unforgettable visit. Next, we joined our friend Tati Perez for a wet and wild time at Halloween Horror Nights Orlando, where ten haunted mazes awaited us—and nonstop Florida rain. But hey - it's a story! We each share our Top 3 horror mazes. Five Nights at Freddy's topped our list with its creepy animatronics, while others impressed with their artistic environments. Between mazes, we wandered through eerie “Scare Zones” like The Cat Lady of Crooked Lane, where trick-or-treaters slowly turned into feral cats under glowing jack-o'-lanterns. What's not to love about spooky season!! There are 4 other “lands” or “portals' at Epic Universe, but to keep to our Halloween theme, we focued on Dark Universe in this episode. To hear more about our entire trip, including our Skywalking Meet-up, Ministry of Magic attraction, and How To Train Your Dragon: Isle of Burke, watch our Livestream dated 10/13.

This week, it is more expensive to visit the resort as of last week, hours at the parks are shrinking, another Michelin-Star chef is coming to Downtown Disney, reclaimed and reforged is coming back to Savi's, eastern gateway project progress, James joins us to share our experience at Universal's Epic Universe, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: It is that time of year again when prices go up at the Disneyland Resort. This time, the lowest price, one park, one day ticket has stayed the same, but the highest level one park, one day ticket has increased from $206 to $224. Overall, tickets increased from $3 to $18. Magic Key Holders also saw increases. The Imagine Key went up $150, with the Believe Key going up $100. Parking went up $5 to $40, with preferred parking now at $60. Lightning Lane Multi-Pass went up $2 for pre-arrival from $32 to $34 per person. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-ticket-price-increase-2025/ Prices are going up, but park hours are expected to go down this holiday season. Disney has notified employee unions that overall staffing hours are being reduced, which may result in the parks closing 1-2 hours earlier on some nights. Earlier this year, it was announced that early entry was being discontinued starting in January. – https://www.micechat.com/425063-disneyland-news-prices-up-hours-down-rapunzel-rises-ramsay-revealed/ Ticket Deal – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/2026-disneyland-california-resident-3-day-park-hopper-ticket-deal/ Magic Keys back on sale – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/magic-key/ We have been very excited for the new Earl of Sandwich to open on the west end of Downtown Disney. Upstairs, the new Carnaby Tavern was announced, but has now been rebranded as “Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby.” Gordon Ramsay is a Michelin-Starred chef who will elevate the British-themed gastropub. Some of Ramsay's signature dishes like beef Wellington, fish and chips, and sticky toffee pudding could be on the menu when the location opens. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/gordon-ramsay-at-the-carnaby-coming-to-downtown-disney/ The new “Reclaimed and Reforged” storyline, which was introduced at Savi's Workshop for May the 4th in Star Wars Galaxys Edge has returned. The return also comes at a higher price for the lightsaber building experience. It will now cost $249.99, up from $219.99. This story is available for a limited time, joining the other four themes of Peace and Justice, Power and Control, Elemental Nature, and Protection and Defense. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/reclaimed-and-reforged-returns-to-disneyland/ The first signs of progress have appeared for the eastern gateway project, which will include parking, security, transit center, and eventually, a bridge over Harbor Boulevard. A new permit has been filed to install a 15-foot-long by 8-foot-high chain link fence, as well as a 128-foot-long and 8-foot-high wooden fence in the area. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/10/10/disney-files-permit-for-huge-new-theme-park-expansion/ A new scavenger hunt is coming to Downtown Disney this holiday season. Chip and Dale's Ornament Trail will feature special Disney character-themed ornaments hanging from trees throughout Downtown Disney. Guests pick up a map and stickers for $11.99 at select merchandise locations, and then search for the ornaments. Once an ornament is spotted, place the corresponding sticker on the map. Once all the ornaments have been found, return your map to a redemption location for a holiday keepsake. This will run from November 14th to January 7th. – https://www.micechat.com/425063-disneyland-news-prices-up-hours-down-rapunzel-rises-ramsay-revealed/ SnackChat: Salt and Straw – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/downtown-disney-district/salt-and-straw/menus/snack/ Discussion Topic: Epic Universe with James and Tage Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We are celebrating our podcast anniversary by getting back to our roots, speculating on new rides! Join us as we go over the next 5 years of all announced projects for Walt Disney World and try to guess what's coming to Universal Orlando in that time, since they haven't announced anything!Go back to Episode One: https://orlandoparkstop.com/podcast/parkstop-podcast-episode-1-harry-potter-coaster/ Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

Steve and the crew discuss what President Trump has accomplished in the Middle East and say that while he's done an incredible job, lasting peace will hinge on one thing in that region. Then, Fake News or Not reacts to VA gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger's disastrous debate moment and what that says about the Democrat Party as a whole. Finally, Pop Culture Tuesday is Steve's review of Universal's "Epic Universe." TODAY'S SPONSORS: CENTER FOR ACADEMIC FAITHFULNESS AND FLOURISHING: https://www.christiancollegeguide.com/ PREBORN: https://give.preborn.com/preborn/media-partner?sc=IABSD0123RA PATRIOT MOBILE: https://patriotmobile.com/STEVE or call 972-PATRIOT for your FREE MONTH of service REAL ESTATE AGENTS I TRUST: https://realestateagentsitrust.com/ MOXIE PEST SERVICES: Visit https://moxieservices.com/steve/ and use promo code STEVE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get your snack ready for this episode .. we're diving fork-first into Universal's brand-new Epic Universe to find out which dishes are worth the hype… and which ones belong in the trash compactor!From Crêpes oozing with sweet, magical goodness in the Wizarding World, to the Mac & Cheese Cone at Isle of Berk that's equal parts comfort food and chaos, we're tasted it all — and telling you what's a Crush and what's a Flush.So grab your napkins, loosen your lanyard, and join us as we begin unlocking the flavors, the fun, and maybe share a few food fails along the way.

Jim Hill and Eric Hersey crack open the story behind how Transformers: The Ride 3D bulldozed its way into Universal Studios Florida—literally replacing the Murder, She Wrote Mystery Theater. Along the way, they cover everything from Universal's new Fanta horror crossover to coaster policy changes, Simpsons rumors, and a surprising Zelda connection inside Epic Universe. The real story of how Transformers: The Ride 3D took over the former Murder, She Wrote soundstage Universal and Blumhouse's spooky soda collab with Fanta, featuring Chucky, Megan, and Freddy Fazbear Stardust Racers reopens after a fatal accident—with new resort-wide safety standards The Simpsons' uncertain future at Universal and what Matt Selman really meant Hints of Zelda inside Epic Universe and what that could mean for Universal's next land From Fanta cans to fighting Decepticons, Jim and Eric uncover how Universal keeps reinventing its parks - sometimes by demolishing a mystery and building a blockbuster. Follow Eric on X and Instagram @EricHersey Follow Jim on X and Instagram @JimHillMedia Unlocked Magic Unlocked Magic, powered by DVC Rental Store and DVC Resale Market, offers exclusive Disney & Universal ticket savings with TRUSTED service and authenticity. With over $10 MILLION in ticket sales, use Unlocked Magic to get the BIGGEST SAVINGS. ⁠⁠Learn More Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Henry & Eddie bring you this week's biggest stories and wildest news - UFO the movie reveals kickstarter, Epstein's Birthday Book (it's filled with breasts), Kim Jong Un bans the words “hamburger”, “ice cream”, and "karaoke", Man dies on brand new Epic Universe ride "Stardust Racers", 95-year-old charged with murder of Holocaust survivor nursing home roommate, Scuba clad robber makes it away from Disney Springs resturant with 20,000 dollars, The Return of The Do-Do Bird, Listener E-mails, and MORE!Visit www.UFO.movie to support Henry's new film!Watch The Return of Gor Gor: An Interview with GWAR now For Live Shows, Merch, and More Visit: www.LastPodcastOnTheLeft.comKevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Last Podcast on the Left ad-free, plus get Friday episodes a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.