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Hollie and Koby chat about the rides at Islands of Adventure and how their thoughts have changed from their first impressions to now.Note- between recording and airing this episode, Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure now has Express Pass! Support the showSocials, Support the Podcast, and MoreThis podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

In Episode 230 of the Vacationeers Theme Parks & More Podcast, Tom is joined once again by Jon Self (@pastorJonSelf) to cover all the latest happenings from the theme park world and beyond.Here's what we're talking about this week:

West of Wonderland have been working soooo hard lately, so they're going to take this week's episode to be ridiculous. Friend-of-the-podcast Jason Frazell has supplied Laura with a ChatGPT that has mansplained Disney Adults to her. Bay and Laura discuss and reenroll themselves in why they love what they love (hint: it's VelociCoaster and Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure ™). How long can YOU talk about your favorite ride?

Head to FactorMeals.com/FactorPodcast and use code FACTORPODCAST to get 50% (+ Free Shipping) off your first box of delicious and nutritious chef-cooked meals! The Guys hop into the side-car, as Molly McCormack (Mammoth Club) takes them on a journey to the edge of the Forbidden Forest to discuss Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure! Enjoy more amazing content from Mammoth Club on Youtube! @Mammoth_Club Consider supporting us on our FourthWall for Bonus Episodes, Merch, and More! www.fyapod.com CREATED & HOSTED BY Ryan Bergara & Byron Marin EDITOR Byron Marin EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS Ryan Bergara Byron Marin Social: http://www.instagram.com/fyapod http://www.instagram.com/ryanbergara http://www.instagram.com/byronamarin FYA Logo by Arthur Kierce (@theonekierce) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We made our way back to Disney and for the first time in a long time, also visited Universal Orlando, and in this two-part series, we're sharing every detail of our adventure! In Part 1, we kick things off with our stay at the brand-new Stella Nova Resort, breaking down everything from the rooms and amenities to dining and overall value compared to Universal's other hotels. Then, we step back into the Universal parks, revisiting some of our favorite attractions. From the intense thrills of VelociCoaster to the immersive magic of Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, we share our thoughts on returning to Universal after so much time away. But that's just the beginning! Stick around for Part 2, where we dive even deeper into our trip, including Universal's Mardi Gras celebration, lunch at Wailulu Bar and Grill, and a quick trip to space for a unique dining experience. Don't miss it!MEI-Travel – Expertise. Ease. Value.No matter where you want to go, our trusted partner MEI-Travel, will handle the planning so you can focus on the memories. They offer free vacation planning services and have nearly 20 years of experience creating memorable vacations. Visit MEI-Travel for a fee-free, no-obligation quote today!Follow Us on Social MediaFacebook GroupFacebook: @MainStMagicTwitter: @MainStMagicTikTok: @MSMPodcastInstagram: @MainStMagicVisit Us Onlinewww.MainStMagic.comwww.MainStreetShirts.comGet Dining Alerts!Find last-minute and hard-to-find Disney dining reservations with MouseDining.com! Get text and email alerts when popular theme park dining reservations open up. Get last-minute seating! Get the next table! Set your alerts now! Get the next reservation!Visit our Partnerswww.MSMFriends.comThanks to TFresh Productions for our theme song

Join us as we hop on our Motorbikes, throw Jeremy Grunert in the sidecar, and talk about possibly the greatest ride at any Universal Studios theme park?! Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure!!! Also, Cody is a Moss Boss! Enjoy!

In this episode, Marissa and Joey walk through Universal's Islands of Adventure's attractions from Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure to Cat in the Hat. Join them and hear what they think is worth your time on your next vacation in Orlando!

Send us a textIn this episode, Amanda and Mike take you along on their whirlwind weekend at Universal Studios Florida! They'll spill all the details about staying at Portofino Bay Hotel and how the Express Pass Unlimited made it feel like they had the parks all to themselves. From hitting top rides like The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man and Revenge of the Mummy without a wait, to enjoying multiple spins on Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, they share how the Express Pass totally changed their experience.Amanda and Mike also dive into the perks of staying on-site at Portofino Bay, with its gorgeous Italian-inspired vibe, great dining options, and quick water taxi to CityWalk. They chat about the early park admission, exclusive benefits for resort guests, and tips for making the most of a Universal weekend. Whether you're planning a trip or just want to hear about their favorite moments, join Amanda and Mike for a fun recap of their perfect Universal weekend filled with thrill rides, hotel luxuries, and all the insider tips you need!Follow and subscribe https://www.acciothemouse.com/IG - @AcciothemouseYouTube - @acciothemouse

Kim recently took her two girls to Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando for a mother-daughter getaway. Hear more about her trip, learn some strategies for using Lightning Lane, new rides, new theme parks coming, and comparisons between the parks. It was hot, humid, and rainy in the afternoons, but they still had a fun time exploring all the parks. Luckily, Universal Orlando has more indoor rides that help on rainy days. Updates from Walt Disney World Tron in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom - it is like riding a motorcycle but on a roller coaster track. The ride is fabulous but really short. Splash Mountain is now Tiana's Bayou Adventure - this is a two-by-two flume-like ride that has been redesigned. Disney now has Lightning Lane Multi Experience and Lightning Lane Single Experience. With the Multi Experience, it works on multiple rides and as soon as you tap into one ride, you can request the next Lightning Lane. You want to purchase and prebook your first ride in advance. Single Experience is where you can buy a Lightning Lane time slot for individual rides like Tron or Rise of the Resistance. Disney's Lightning Lane experience is better than Universal's Express Pass because they load people from that lane faster. Disney has also changed their rules around their Disability Access service and made it much harder to obtain a pass. Keep this in mind if you have children with special needs and have used that service in the past. Tip: If you want to stay at one of the Deluxe hotels on property, you can stay by renting Disney Vacation Club points. (Riviera has Skyliner access) See Kim's article on renting and using DVC points. Disney is building a new ride in the Avengers Campus and they are getting rid of the Tom Sawyer Island and Riverboat in Magic Kingdom to create Cars Land. Updates from Universal Orlando Note: Universal Orlando hosted Kim's family for this part of the trip. Kim stayed at the Loews Sapphire Falls, which is a Moderate property and does not include the Express Passes. The Sapphire Falls is within walking distance to the parks and guests get one hour early entry. Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure still has very long lines. The nice thing about the Universal Express Passes don't require you to book any times online, so it is less stressful to manage. However, many people have these passes because they are staying at the premium hotels and the lanes load slowly so sometimes you don't save a lot of time (sometimes only about 10 minutes of time savings). There is a Universal Express Unlimited Pass that lets you ride a ride in the Express pass lane as much as you would like, without limits. Universal Orlando is building a whole new theme park in 2025 called Epic Universe. It is going to be further away from CityWalk and the other parks or hotels. It will also have another portion of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Ministry of Magic. There will also be two premium hotels and a How to Train Your Dragon land.   Other Episodes You May Enjoy Disney Vacation Club tips Choosing a Disney World hotel Walt Disney World tips Universal Orlando's Volcano Bay Universal Orlando insider tips

Eric Hersey & Jim Hill start off this week's episode by discussing the various ways to park-hop at the Universal Orlando Resort. They then talk about how Universal Studios Hollywood is celebrating its 60th anniversary Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: When did Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure first begin operates at IOA How much did “Kung Fu Panda 4” earned over its opening weekend in North America When did Hot Butterbeer go from being a seasonal thing at the Universal Parks to becoming a beverage you could get all year round How much did NBCUniversal spend to acquire Dreamworks Animation back in 2016 Which Disney Imagineer designed the original Glamour Tram for Universal Studios Hollywood back in 1964 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Learning Objective: An overview of hotel, rides and food at Universal Studios Orlando.  Mrs. B and Mrs. W are teachers, and no one deserves a vacation more than teachers! In this episode we deviate from our usual teaching talk and review the rides, hotel and food of Universal Studios Orlando.  Mrs. B and Mrs. W stayed at the Loews Portofino Bay. Some of the rides and restaurants reviewed include Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, The Velocicoaster, Fast and Furious Supercharged, ET Adventure Ride, Mythos, Bice and much more.  https://www.magicmind.com/bs And get up to 56% off your subscription for the next 10 days with our code BS20 Universal Studios Comprehensive Review Do you have a BS in Education? We want to hear from you. Email us at  bsineducation2020@gmail.com, follow us on instagram@bsineducation.  Prefer to talk instead give us a call at 234-73-TEACH.

On today's show, Dr Wilson Sy discusses his latest paper, “Early Indication of Long-Term Impact of COVID Injections” and his new paper, which delves into the relationship between Midazolam injections compared to Covid deaths. Later in the program, Simeon and Lembit will dissect the day's top stories in Australia. Additionally, Greg Draven will join us to explore the impact of political correctness on filmmaking and its influence on creative storytelling. GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Dr Wilson Sy has held senior university positions at ANU, UTS and UNSW in physics, mathematics, finance and economics for 15 years. He has worked in financial regulation research at ASIC and APRA, where he was the Principal Researcher. More recently, Wilson has focused his attention on COVID-19 epidemiology, providing expert advice to a law firm on legal challenges to vaccine mandates. GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Australian-born Aussie Cossack rose to prominence during the NSW lockdowns as an outspoken media personality notorious for his hilarious interactions with the NSW police and numerous large-scale campaigns against corrupt politicians. Boikov left Australia at the age of 18 to study at the Moscow Sretensky Seminary. It was here that he had his first posting as a journalist Whilst in Russia Boikov became heavily involved in the Russian Cossack movement. Upon returning to Australia Boikov was elected the Ataman of the Australian Cossack chapter and founded a pro-Russian political newspaper called Russian Frontier. In May of 2022 the Aussie Cossack was jailed for 10 months for breaching a suppression and non-publication order for content posted to his YouTube channel. After successfully winning an appeal against the severity of the sentence Aussie Cossack left prison. In December 2022 the Aussie Cossack defected to the Russian Consulate in Sydney where he was granted diplomatic asylum. From his studio within the Consulate building, he now broadcasts daily on TNT Radio. GUEST 3 OVERVIEW: Greg Draven is an actor and producer, known for The Picnic, 13 Graves (2019) and Missing Hyde. Greg Draven was a stand-in (and then a body double) for Harry Potter's Hagrid in the preshow film for Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal Orlando Resort.

8/23/23-This week, we discuss Universal Islands of Adventure's Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure. We discuss the past, present, and future of Hagrid's. How did this ultra themed coaster become such an iconic attraction in such a short period of time? This and more on this episode! Thanks for tuning in. We will be back soon with another episode! You can send comments and questions to see.wdwnearandfar@gmail.com Who we are -  John, the founder of See WDW and See UO lives in the Orlando area. This makes him the "near" of this podcast. He is a theme park content creator on several social media formats. His point-of-view theme park video style presents viewers with theme park experiences free of bias or opinion. This allows the viewer to see the parks, hotels, rides, and shows from a guest perspective. You can find his content in the following places. Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/see.wdw/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/see.wdw Youtube - http://www.youtube.com/seewdw Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/see.uo/ Mike is from the mountains of Central Pennsylvania and has been going to Disney World and the Orlando area since the early 1980s. He has been involved in several content creation ventures including podcasts, YouTube content creation, and video game streaming. While not currently active, he built a small fanbase as Twitch personality "Willyrob Levi" and took that personality to YouTube for a series of travel and model building videos. Mike is currently working with John on his YouTube channel. You can find his content in the following places. Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/theegiantrat/ Tiktok - https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMecFj11t/ or just search for theegiantrat Youtube - http://www.youtube.com/@theegiantrat --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seewdwnearandfar/support

In this episode of Discover Universal, Kari and David immerse themselves in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort. Hold on tight as you ride along with them on Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure and listen to Kari discover the magic of the wand experience at Ollivander's. Hear details about both of these immersive lands: Hogsmeade at Universal's Islands of Adventure and Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida, each with their own unique attractions to experience, environments to explore, treats to enjoy, and more. Whether you're a fan or a first time visitor to The Wizarding World, you'll learn some planning tips to enjoy everything these lands have to offer. Additional Content: Explore The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/universal-orlando-resort/the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/hub 360 VIDEO: Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure | The Wizarding World of Harry Potter:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-PO9x-NEak8&t=1s Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure Front Row POV Experience:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TdGbsggU2dg FULL Queue Walkthrough of Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-PkTOPKGfg&t=4s Harry Potter and the Escape From Gringotts Hype Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_KkH48UCFY The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Complete Guide:https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/guides-and-tips/ultimate-guide-wizarding-world-harry-potter-universal-orlando-resort/ Your Guide to the Details Fans Will Appreciate About Gringotts Bank in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter:https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/things-to-do/your-guide-to-the-details-fans-will-appreciate-about-gringotts-bank-in-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/ Complete Guide to the Hogwarts Express in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/things-to-do/complete-guide-to-the-hogwarts-express-in-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/ The Ultimate Guide to Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal Orlando Resort:https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/things-to-do/the-ultimate-guide-to-hagrids-magical-creatures-motorbike-adventure-at-universal-orlando-resort/ Complete Guide to Flight of the Hippogriff at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade:https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/things-to-do/complete-guide-to-flight-of-the-hippogriff-at-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-hogsmeade/ Shopping in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort:https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/things-to-do/shopping-in-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-at-universal-orlando-resort/ The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Food Guide:https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/eat-and-drink/the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-food-guide/ A Hufflepuff's Guide to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter:https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/guides-and-tips/hufflepuff-guide-to-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/ A Ravenclaw's Guide to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter:https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/guides-and-tips/a-ravenclaws-guide-to-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/ A Slytherin's Guide to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/guides-and-tips/slytherin-guide-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/A Gryffindor's Guide to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter:https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/guides-and-tips/a-gryffindors-guide-to-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-2/ Links: Blog: https://blog.DiscoverUniversal.com/Universal Orlando Resort: https://www.universalparks.com/en/usUniversal Parks and Resorts: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/usFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniversalOrlandoResortTwitter: https://twitter.com/UniversalORLInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/universalorlando/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UniversalOrlando/featuredMust be 21 years and older with valid Photo identification to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.EDITOR'S NOTE: The availability of some offerings may be temporarily limited, please check with guest services for current details.Universal Express Unlimited - †Requires theme park admission. Valid only at participating rides and attractions in Universal Studios Florida and Universal's Islands of Adventure. Not valid at Universal's Volcano Bay. Excludes separately ticketed events. Park-to-Park admission required to board the Hogwarts™ Express. Benefit valid only for guests of Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Hard Rock Hotel® and Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, for the number of guests staying in the room for the length of hotel stay. Available during normal theme park operating hours only. Additional restrictions may apply and benefits are subject to change without notice.Early Park Admission - *Requires theme park admission. Early Park Admission begins up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening to either Universal Studios Florida or Universal's Islands of Adventure as determined by Universal Orlando. Early Park Admission begins up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening for Universal's Volcano Bay. Valid at select attractions at each park. Attractions are subject to substitutions without notice. Additional restrictions may apply.Copyright & Trademark

We talk about Josh's trip to Orlando, including all 4 of the Walt Disney World parks, Universal Studios Orlando and Islands of Adventure, the new Velocicoaster and Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, we are introduced to a new signature Appleboys word - "titters" - Cory's wedding including his custom-tailored tuxedo coat, Rob used to be Jimmy's "second shooter", pizza adventures, Jimmy's upcoming Detroit trip, Pontoon boat beers, Josh things you can take a cruise ship from Florida to Alaska in 2 weeks, we talk about the Appleboys Podcast being featured in an article in Franchise Times, and more!

The final leg of our epic Florida trip takes Paul for the first time to Universal Studios - Islands of Adventure.  Yes, he was there to enjoy this stunning and perfectly themed park but he was also there to get three big credits (yes, he left Flight of the Hippogriff for another trip).  In this episode he will answer the following : Is Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure worth the triple digit wait times? Is Incredible Hulk a launch or looping coaster? City Walk, could there be a better place to go on a Friday night? Which island is his favorite (it's a tie but not what you think they would be) Does he even know anything about Harry Potter and does it really matter at Universal? and of course, does VelociCoaster live up to the hype? Paul fought the President's Day crowds to explore this amazing park and he has some thoughts, but we all want to know yours.  Tell us your favorite island.  Your favorite flat ride?  Where do you like to eat at when there?  How can you let us know? Let's Get Social Instagram / Facebook - 125rollercoaster Twitter - 125rollercoast Do you like to get your coaster fix one minute at a time?  If so, check out our YouTube page at - 125 Roller Coaster Challenge We love shorts and this is your place to find them. Our coaster season is in full swing and we can't wait to see you in the queue in 2022.

Olá amigos! Bem vindos a mais um episódio Extra do Passaporte Orlando, possibilitado graças à meta coletiva batida pelos nossos colaboradores do PicPay. E esta vez nós fizemos um episódio inteiro dedicado a uma atração incrível que é a Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, a sensacional montanha russa temática de Harry Potter, que está no […]

Olá amigos! Bem vindos a mais um episódio Extra do Passaporte Orlando, possibilitado graças à meta coletiva batida pelos nossos colaboradores do PicPay. E esta vez nós fizemos um episódio inteiro dedicado a uma atração incrível que é a Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, a sensacional montanha russa temática de Harry Potter, que está no […]

Welcome to the Discover Universal podcast! In this first episode, our hosts Kari and David share an overview of the incredible attractions, food, entertainment, and more at Universal's Islands of Adventure while sharing a few of their personal favorites and helpful tips. With wizards, dinosaurs, and Super Heroes galore, this episode will take you on an audio tour of one of our three must-do theme parks. Learn the meaning of “more teeth” as Greg from Universal Creative reveals details of the all-new Jurassic World VelociCoaster and discover some hidden gems with our VIP Experience expert Whitney. Get ready to Discover Universal!Additional Content:Jurassic World VelociCoaster: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/things-to-do/rides-attractions/jurassic-world-velocicoaster Jurassic World VelociCoaster POV Video: https://youtu.be/FJe42WzToFE Incredible Hulk Coaster 360 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPvOhugpOPc Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure 360 Video: https://youtu.be/-PO9x-NEak8 How to Spend a Day at Universal's Islands of Adventure: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/itineraries/how-to-spend-one-day-in-universals-islands-of-adventure/ Things to Do at Universal's Islands of Adventure:: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/things-to-do/10-things-islands-of-adventure/v Guide to Marvel Super Hero Island: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/guides-and-tips/universal-orlandos-travel-guide-to-marvel-super-hero-island/ Guide to Jurassic Park and Jurassic World: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/guides-and-tips/universal-orlandos-ultimate-guide-to-jurassic-park/ Links:Universal Parks and ResortsDiscover Universal: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniversalOrlandoResort Twitter: https://twitter.com/UniversalORL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/universalorlando/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UniversalOrlando/featuredEDITOR'S NOTE: The availability of some offerings may be temporarily limited, please check with guest services for current details.Must be 21 or older to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages with valid photo ID.Copyright & Trademark

Aus seinen Zeiten als Kriegsreporter ist unser Korrespondent Steffen Schwarzkopf einiges an Adrenalinschüben gewohnt. Doch ein Familienausflug zu den berühmten Freizeit- und Vergnügungsparks in Orlando setzt für ihn neue Maßstäbe in Sachen Nervenkitzel. Amerika ist das Land der überdimensionalen Freizeit- und Vergnügungsparks. Gerade bei Familien mit Kindern erfreuen sie sich großer Beliebtheit. Auch für WELT-Korrespondent Steffen Schwarzkopf samt Frau und Kindern war es Zeit für einen Besuch. Die in Florida filmgetreu nachkonstruierten Welten von Harry Potter, Disney und Co. faszinieren insbesondere die Jüngsten. Doch als es darum ging, wer sich auf die „Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure“, eine schwindelerregende Themen-Achterbahn, wagt, wurde unser Korrespondent von den Seinen im Stich gelassen. Wie er sich den Kräften der Schwerkraft, dem schallenden Lachen Harry Potters und einem feuerspuckenden Drachen stellte und so die Reporter-Ehre rettete, erfahren Sie in dieser Folge Inside USA. +++ Werbung +++ Dieser Podcast wird von Facebook unterstützt. Wie können kleine Unternehmen in der EU dafür sorgen, dass sie nicht auf der Strecke bleiben, wenn Kunden zunehmend online einkaufen? Über die Hälfte der befragten kleinen Unternehmen in der EU, die Facebook-Apps nutzen, gaben an, dass sie so während der Pandemie neue Kunden gewinnen konnten. So wie Jure Čuk, der Gründer von Chicatella Cosmetics in Slowenien, der schätzt, dass bis zu 80 % seines Umsatzes über Apps und Dienste von Facebook erzielt werden. Die Hautpflegeprodukte von Chicatella werden jetzt in ganz Europa verkauft. Erfahre mehr darüber, wie Unternehmen in der EU über Facebook Kunden finden: about.fb.com/de/europe

Today we welcome on junior reporter, Derek's daughter Olivia who shares her experiences of Universal Studios and the Hard Rock Hotel.  We discuss everything from Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, getting picked to do Olivander's wand experience, Butterbeer, and more! Book your Universal trip today by emailing Michelle@TouringPlans.com Support the show at www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Leave a review and follow us @RopeDropradio  

Timmy Britt is a former Imagineer and Cast Member of the Walt Disney Company. Timmy's Disney career began at the Animation Academy at Disney's Hollywood Studios, where he taught thousands of Guests how to draw some of their favorite Disney characters. He later transitioned to working as a Scenic Artist, Art Director and Foreman on various projects for Walt Disney Imagineering, including Pandora - The World of Avatar, Trader Sam's Grog Grotto, Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar, Frozen Ever After and more. Timmy also worked on various aspects of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando, including Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure. Today, Timmy is an artist, mentor, instructor, illustrator and author. In this podcast episode, I chat with Timmy about his fascinating career journey. His life has been met with many twists and turns, but his determination, outlook and passion will be an inspiring story for listeners. You can learn more about Timmy and his book by visiting https://www.timmybritt.art  What part of my discussion with Timmy did you enjoy the most? Send me your feedback via email or through direct or public message at any of the following and [with your permission] I'll include your message in a future show: Facebook: www.facebook.com/ImagineerPodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/ImagineerPodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/ImagineerNews Facebook Group (ImagiNation): https://www.facebook.com/groups/imagineerpodcast/ Email: matt@imagineerpodcast.com  Be sure to check out our sponsor WDW Magazine, the premier magazine focused on Walt Disney World, available in print or digital. Disney news and travel tips: Be sure to visit our Disney news partner, The Kingdom Insider (https://thekingdominsider.com). Vacation Planning: Planning a trip to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Adventures by Disney, or another Disney destination? Visit our trusted partner, Academy Travel:  Walt Disney World: https://apps.itams.com/AcademyCRM/form/waltdisney/IP Disneyland: https://apps.itams.com/AcademyCRM/form/disneyland/IP Disney Cruise Line: https://apps.itams.com/AcademyCRM/form/disneycruise/IP Aulani: https://apps.itams.com/AcademyCRM/form/Aulani/IP Adventures by Disney: https://apps.itams.com/AcademyCRM/form/DisneyAdventure/IP How to Support the Show Share the podcast with your friends Rate and review on iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-imagineerpodcasts-podcast/id1244558092 Join our Patreon Group - https://www.patreon.com/imagineerpodcast Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Download Imagineer Tours - http://imagineertours.com  Special thanks to our Deluxe Passholder Patreon members! Thomas N Devan L Katelyn F Jason K Jordan J Dani S Enjoy the show!

Note: This is an audio version of our long-form review of Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, which originally aired on 10/29/2019. So... since we did our LAST Harry Potter attractions video, Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure opened. How does it stack up? Is it better than our previous winner, Escape from Gringotts? FIND OUT as we share our thoughts and impressions of Universal Orlando's latest ride! SOCIAL MEDIA: Theme Park Workshop: Twitter - https://twitter.com/WorkshopTP Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ThemeParkWorkshop Email - tpwquestions@gmail.com Adam: Twitter - https://twitter.com/adamj_film Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AdamJohnsonFilm Blog - https://www.adamsfinalcut.com/ Jonathan: Twitter - https://twitter.com/wesleyasyouwish Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.w.edewaard Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/edewaardjonathan Balthazar Banshee: Twitter - https://twitter.com/disneybanshee VIDEOS, AUDIO, and PHOTOS USED: Universal Orlando Hagrid's Trailer : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lNgKxCvTjQQ&t=0s ALL NON-ORIGINAL CONTENT USED IS PROTECTED UNDER THE FAIR USE ACT. THIS IS NOT A FULL REDISTRIBUTION OF ANY COPYRIGHT WORKS USED. THIS USE QUALIFIES AS 'TRANSFORMATIVE' OR 'PARODY', DEPENDING ON THE CONTEXT. All content © JohnnyFilm 2019. All rights reserved.

Rachel heads to Universal Orlando Resort for the first time in over 2 years. She talks about her experience and what it was like to ride Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure for the first time. Plus, was she brave enough to go on VelociCoaster? We also go over some of the gold statues coming to Walt Disney World for their 50th anniversary as well as a new restaurant on property that is now taking reservations. McDonald's is also celebrating with their Happy Meal toys!  Micaela blows Rachel's mind with her Theme Park Tip of the Week which has to do with a very special treat that can be found only at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. You have to hear this!  *New episodes available every Thursday! Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! We would also love to know what you think of the show. Please leave us a 5-star rating and a review!  Find more great podcasts at bPodStudios…The Place To Be For Podcast Discovery.

In a galaxy not so far away (Down in Orlando), Burgers with the Boys has RETURNED! Matt showcases his Galaxy's Edge haul from Disney's Hollywood Studios, while Ben and Brandon "debate" the Apex Predator of rollercoasters itself, the VelociCoaster vs. Daddy Haggy's Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure! The Time Variance Authority has also approved a special episode coming next week!

“And look: she's a mum!” Hop aboard Hagrid's enchanted flying motorbike and buckle up for a magical creatures lesson you won't soon forget!We discuss:The ride's notorious predecessors, Dueling Dragons and Dragon ChallengeThe way Mr. Weasley gave his all to the pre-show performance as if he was up for a BAFTAThe groundbreaking tech of this amazing roller coasterWhat this ride would be like with a Taylor Swift overlayThe future of the Wizarding World at Universal OrlandoIntro music performed spontaneously by Lillian the Chicken Lady at DollywoodFollow @ParkPeoplePod on Instagram

Jeremy Grunert began his career in themed entertainment as a fan of theme parks.  He grew up in Florida, constantly going to the local parks, and eventually scored his first job working at Busch Gardens.  Fifteen years later, Jeremy has the dream job of many theme park fans:  designing new rides, lands, and theme parks as an Executive Producer at FrankNDesign. After being a fan for years while growing up in Florida, Jeremy started working as a sweeper in the Egypt area of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay at the age of 15.  Over the years, he would work his way through various jobs within operations.  He became a ride operator, then a trainer of other ride operators, and then attained a leadership position in operations, all before he finished high school.  Jeremy moved to Orlando, where he attended college, and began working at Universal Orlando Resort.  There, he had the opportunity to commission and open multiple rides, work in the entertainment department, and work on multiple events, such as the Macy’s parade and Halloween Horror Nights.  However, Jeremy really wanted to design these things that he had been operating for years, whether they were events, rides, lands, or whole theme parks.  In order to make that move, Jeremy utilized his network of industry professionals to find his next dream role. When he was still in school, Jeremy volunteered at the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo in Orlando as an IAAPA Ambassador.  There, he was able to connect with Thinkwell’s Cynthia Sharpe, our guest from the previous AttractionPros podcast.  (This was such a cool, unplanned illustration of how small and connected the themed entertainment industry is.)  Even to this day, Jeremy considers Cynthia one of his best mentors and one of the reasons that he was able to take his next career step into working on designing experiences at Thinkwell years after he first connected with her at IAAPA.  A few years later, Jeremy would return to Orlando to join Universal Creative and work on Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure and Universal’s upcoming new park, Epic Universe.   Recently, Jeremy transitioned into a new role as an Executive Producer for FrankNDesign.  When describing his role as Executive Producer, Jeremy called himself a “vision keeper” and “team cheerleader.”  He uses his project management skills to keep projects on track while also making sure that the original creative vision is not lost along the way.  When asked how this role compared with his previous few, Jeremy said that before, he had always been representing the client, such as Universal, in his work.  This time, though he is still supporting the clients, he is working more on the vendor side of things.  FrankNDesign wants to expand its streamlined attraction creation pipeline from large clients to a wider audience.   FrankNDesign’s secret to success is utilizing a highly detailed 3D model built in Revit to design rides instead of many separate 2D drawings.  This model is “smart,” capable of telling you how much of a certain material you need, identifying interferences, and other useful integration features.  All of the different people collaborating on a new attraction or land, whether they are ride vendors, building architects, HVAC designers, or operations managers, can work together in this single model.  Working in 3D has the benefit of being intuitive to most people, unlike 2D drawings which may only be accessible to a small subset of the people that would benefit from seeing this previsualization of the ride and show building.  By having more people take a look at the ride in an approachable manner throughout the development, potential mistakes are more likely to be caught and better solutions are likely to be identified.  These robust, buildable models can be imported into video game engines for detailed design reviews or even used by marketing for promo videos. Jeremy also stressed the value of these detailed 3D models in increasing the efficiency of shuttling an idea from “concept to conception.”  They begin in the “blue skies” ideation phase, utilizing the knowledge of available intellectual properties (IP) and consumer insights to have a focused brainstorming session.  The concept is then developed, with an emphasis on making sure the core tenets of the chosen IP are kept throughout the process.  Then, the reality of the budget and timing come into play.  All of this is funneled into the design development process, where those 3D models get very fleshed out.  After development, the ride is built, installed, and tested before it is rolled out to the public in its grand opening.  Then, the cycle begins again with a new project. When asked what students and young professionals should be doing to follow in his footsteps and finding their dream jobs within themed entertainment, Jeremy had plenty of advice to offer, starting with a suggestion to become an IAAPA Ambassador, like he was.  Jeremy said that being an IAAPA Ambassador truly changed his life and that, when he was at the IAAPA Expo, he felt as though he was walking down a hallway and every door was open, figuratively and metaphorically.  There were endless opportunities to learn, grow, and network.  Jeremy also suggests utilizing LinkedIn for networking.  He emphasized the fact that so many individuals within the themed entertainment industry are willing to help the next generation find their way into this exciting industry.  Additionally, Jeremy suggested looking into the dedicated themed entertainment degrees, taught by industry professionals, that exist at many universities now.  New ones are popping up each year.  Lastly, Jeremy suggested making up projects to learn and showcase relevant skills and then being sure to share those projects with your network.  He emphasized that a project doesn’t have to be super fancy to show off useful skills.  One example he gave was redesigning a bedroom.  Choosing the paint color, sheets, furniture, and then tracking the project budget and schedule are a great way to demonstrate project management skills.  Find a project that excites you and use it as an opportunity to highlight your talent. If you have follow-up questions for Jeremy, you can find him on LinkedIn, Twitter, or contact him via FrankNDesign.com. To connect with AttractionPros: attractionpros@gmail.com #weareallattractionpros

Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure is tot op vandaag, met een prijskaartje van 300 miljoen dollar, de duurste achtbaan ter wereld. Wat maakt deze achtbaan zo bijzonder? En vooral: is deze coaster zijn enorme prijskaartje waard?

Image ©Universal. The Universal Orlando Resort is home to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter! Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hey everyone, I'm Mike, and she's Sophie, and We're on the Road with Mickey! This is episode #32 for August 10, 2020, and today, our feature topic is the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Grab a drink, relax, and join us as we transition over to Universal for a spell and talk about both sides of the Wizarding World! Here's our rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big Cheese - Universal EditionUniversal Orlando Passholder Appreciation DaysStarting today, August 10th, and running until September 30th. All sorts of fun things planned for Universal Orlando Annual Passholders!Ticket PromotionsBuy a 2 Park, 2-Day Park to Park Ticket, receive two extra days of tickets for free! That promotional ticket allows for use through December 17, 2021, and you can purchase that ticket from now through September 30, 2020 to receive the free days. It’s a great value!Florida Residents have a promotional ticket going on -- it’s the Buy a Day, go for the rest of the year deal. Buy a one day ticket at $164, or include Volcano Bay at the price of $193, and receive park access through December 24, 2020! That’s a deal!Temporary Ride Closures starting yesterday, August 9th:Universal Studios FloridaA Day in the Park with BarneyFast & Furious: SuperchargedKang & Kodos Twirl ‘n’ HurlFear Factor LiveIslands of AdventureStorm Force AccelatronPoseidon’s FuryFeature Topic: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter!Mike (Covering the Diagon Alley side over at Universal Studios Florida):Hogwarts Express from King’s Cross Station to HogsmeadeHarry Potter and the Escape from GringottsOllivandersKnockturn AlleyKnight BusMinistry of Magic Phone Booth (Dial MAGIC for a special message)The Talking Mirror at Madam Malkin’sSophie (Covering the Hogsmeade side over at Islands of Adventure):The Hogwarts Express from Hogsmeade station to King’s CrossHarry Potter and the Forbidden JourneyFlight of the HippogriffHagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure.The Owl PostThe Three BroomsticksThe Hog’s HeadHonydukesDervish and BangesOllivanders Sister LocationDark Arts at Hogwarts CastleLastly, for those that aren’t going to be at Universal anytime soon, go check out http://hogwartsishere.com for a taste of Hogwarts from home!Also, here’s a YouTube video for making your own Hogwarts Acceptance Letter to send to someone from the Hogsmeade Owl Post: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUHQA3EUTS8&feature=youtu.beA question for the listeners: What’s your wand made of?Walt Disney QuoteSponsorshipOn the Road with Mickey is sponsored by Pixie Vacations by Mike Ellis and Tech Solutions NC. If you have any computing or travel needs, reach out to them! Tech Solutions is found at techsolutionsnc.com or on Facebook, and you can reach Mike for travel needs at mike@pixievacations.com or on Facebook at Pixie Vacations by Mike Ellis

This week the GGH showdown team gets together to conclude the big list to determine which attraction is currently the best in the world, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance vs. Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure.

For our first new episode of 2020, we take a look at one of the biggest new rides of 2019! Seven launches! Animatronics! Minimal screens! Bees!WDW Millennium Celebration Episode up at The Second Gate:Patreon.com/PodcastTheRidePODCAST THE RIDE IS A FOREVER DOG PODCASThttps://foreverdogpodcasts.com/podcasts/podcast-the-ride/

• Legoland New York has announced it will open on the Fourth of July next year. • Six flags reportedly put in a cash and stock offer for Cedar Fair this week. The offer made Cedar Fairs stock price jump by 10% • Epcot this week had the final showing of Illuminations, the first showing of Epcot forever and the opening of the Epcot preview centre. • Tokyo Disney Resort has reported record attendance for the first half of their fiscal year, up 1.4 percent. • The Disney Skyliner was officially dedicated this week. • Efteling has opened their Six Swans attraction this week which is the 30th fairytale to be represented in their fairytale forest Sprookjesbos • Legoland California’s Brick or treat event starts this weekend. • The Magic bees are back at Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, causing another closure this week. • Hersheypark has announced several food options at their new chocolatetown entrance, including a new flagship restaurant The Chocolatier as well as Milton's Ice Cream Parlor and the Sweeterie chocolate shop.

• 178-year-old UK tour operating company Thomas Cook declared bankruptcy and ceased operations this week, stranding travellers all over the world, including many in Disney World. • Good morning America released a video sneak peak inside Rise of the Resistance, as part of a Disney media blitz on Galaxy’s Edge. • Hong Kong Disneyland is feeling the pressure from local unrest, with year on year attendance for August down 40%, and worse expected for the final quarter of this year. • A mixed week for transport at WDW with another Monorail breakdown, as well as cast member previews of the Disney Skyliner. • Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure had to closed briefly this week to relocate a swarm of protected native bees. • Disney has announced its bring hundreds of new Vegan options from October 1st, and introducing new signage to indicate these options. Disneyland resort will follow suit in Spring next year. • At Hollywood Studios, the Mickey Shorts Theater will replace the Star Wars: Path of the Jedi movie in the ABC Sound Studio theater, opening next spring. • Dates for next years Flower and Garden festival at WDW has been announced. It’ll run from March 4 and through June 1st. • Popular Former Disneyland Paris ceo Catherine Powell has left the Disney company to do something else. Her role as President of the Disney Parks Western Region, has been eliminated as part of the corporate restructuring, which has also elevated the president of WDW and moved the president of DLR into that role.

This weeks show Fonseca and AMV read the reviews of the "Joker Movie",You'll definitely feel like you'll need a shower after seeing it, but once you've dried off and changed clothes, you'll want to do nothing else but parse and dissect it. More review @yournerdside website. Then we sit down with Legion M the fan invested movie company. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at Disneyland It's not exactly a Fast & Furiousbeef– or a physical brawl like the recent one at Disneyland– but a Disney Parks executive took a clear shot at the insane 10-hour wait times initially reported for Universal Orlando Resort's Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure in defense of Disneyland's own Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. Without naming the Hagrid ride — because he didn't have to — here's what Disney's Chairman of Parks, Experiences, and Products Bob Chapek said about the “win” of Disneyland's Galaxy's Edge wait times: One of the wins that we had with the opening of the original Galaxy's Edge is that we didn't have the waits. The deep secret is that we don't intend to have lines … If you build in enough capacity, the rides don't go down and it operates at 99% efficiency, you shouldn't have 10-hour lines. So, 10-hour lines are not a sign of success. It should be seen as a sign of, frankly, failure Wands vs. lightsabers! He's right, though. It's tough to argue that a 10-hour wait time is a good thing. Sure, it sounds like there's a lot of excitement and hype for the attraction, but on a practical level YOU go wait 10 hours with a 9-year-old. A few months ago, Universal felt the double-edged sword of headlines about the Hagrid ride's opening, with that early 10-hour-wait news probably exciting some fans while making others think they'd better just stay away for a long while. That Hagrid ride was so popular for a time that the park had to cut hours for a couple of weeks for maintenance. The Disney Parks exec got on the defense a bit (via CNBC) because Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge has been in the news for being tied to the slight 3% downturn in Disneyland attendance this summer. He sees the positives, tied to a concerted effort by the company to manage crowds. CinemaBlend's own Disney expert also pointed out many positives in the lighter foot traffic at Disneyland, including that shorter lines make for a better park experience. Disney execs have noted that Galaxy's Edge is currently the most popular area in Disneyland, per Disney's own customer satisfaction scores. That said, one Disneyland employee recently spoke out to press about Disneyland reportedly cutting workers' hours because they expected Galaxy's Edge to be busier this summer. This employee said wait times for the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run ride were expected to be over 2-hours long all summer, but instead lines were averaging half that or less. There's a wide chasm between a wait of one hour and a wait of 10 hours. Obviously waiting less time is better for the visitor, and I agree that long lines is not a sign of success. I think “failure” is harsh, but a 10-hour wait time certainly suggests the demand was more than they were ready to handle. Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge filled up in under an hour on its opening day in Disneyland, and now Disney World is going through the various wait time and virtual queue system updates as it welcomes its own Galaxy's Edge land. Disney's Bob Chapek added that the goal when they launch the new Rise of the Resistance attraction is to make it “a success under the guest experiential definition. We don't define success as a picture of a long line.” If the guests who actually go to the park and get into the ride enjoy it, that's what matters most. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opens first at the Galaxy's Edge in Disney World in Florida on December 5, 2019, and then at Disneyland in California on January 17, 2020.

This weeks show Fonseca and AMV read the reviews of the "Joker Movie",You’ll definitely feel like you’ll need a shower after seeing it, but once you’ve dried off and changed clothes, you’ll want to do nothing else but parse and dissect it. More review @yournerdside website. Then we sit down with Legion M the fan invested movie company. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at Disneyland It’s not exactly a Fast & Furiousbeef– or a physical brawl like the recent one at Disneyland– but a Disney Parks executive took a clear shot at the insane 10-hour wait times initially reported for Universal Orlando Resort’s Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure in defense of Disneyland’s own Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Without naming the Hagrid ride — because he didn’t have to — here’s what Disney’s Chairman of Parks, Experiences, and Products Bob Chapek said about the “win” of Disneyland’s Galaxy’s Edge wait times: One of the wins that we had with the opening of the original Galaxy’s Edge is that we didn’t have the waits. The deep secret is that we don’t intend to have lines … If you build in enough capacity, the rides don’t go down and it operates at 99% efficiency, you shouldn’t have 10-hour lines. So, 10-hour lines are not a sign of success. It should be seen as a sign of, frankly, failure Wands vs. lightsabers! He’s right, though. It’s tough to argue that a 10-hour wait time is a good thing. Sure, it sounds like there’s a lot of excitement and hype for the attraction, but on a practical level YOU go wait 10 hours with a 9-year-old. A few months ago, Universal felt the double-edged sword of headlines about the Hagrid ride’s opening, with that early 10-hour-wait news probably exciting some fans while making others think they’d better just stay away for a long while. That Hagrid ride was so popular for a time that the park had to cut hours for a couple of weeks for maintenance. The Disney Parks exec got on the defense a bit (via CNBC) because Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge has been in the news for being tied to the slight 3% downturn in Disneyland attendance this summer. He sees the positives, tied to a concerted effort by the company to manage crowds. CinemaBlend’s own Disney expert also pointed out many positives in the lighter foot traffic at Disneyland, including that shorter lines make for a better park experience. Disney execs have noted that Galaxy’s Edge is currently the most popular area in Disneyland, per Disney’s own customer satisfaction scores. That said, one Disneyland employee recently spoke out to press about Disneyland reportedly cutting workers’ hours because they expected Galaxy’s Edge to be busier this summer. This employee said wait times for the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run ride were expected to be over 2-hours long all summer, but instead lines were averaging half that or less. There’s a wide chasm between a wait of one hour and a wait of 10 hours. Obviously waiting less time is better for the visitor, and I agree that long lines is not a sign of success. I think “failure” is harsh, but a 10-hour wait time certainly suggests the demand was more than they were ready to handle. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge filled up in under an hour on its opening day in Disneyland, and now Disney World is going through the various wait time and virtual queue system updates as it welcomes its own Galaxy’s Edge land. Disney’s Bob Chapek added that the goal when they launch the new Rise of the Resistance attraction is to make it “a success under the guest experiential definition. We don’t define success as a picture of a long line.” If the guests who actually go to the park and get into the ride enjoy it, that’s what matters most. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opens first at the Galaxy’s Edge in Disney World in Florida on December 5, 2019, and then at Disneyland in California on January 17, 2020.

We podcasts from our hotel in Orlando right after riding Hagrid's new ride at Universal Orlando Resort! IT WAS AMAZING. If you have the means to go to Orlando - do it now! Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure is AMAZING. Listen to hear details and our recommendations of how to get on it through the chaos!

In this episode we give our spoiler free thoughts on the two new attractions the Universal parks have opened this summer, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure in Universal Orlando and Jurassic World in Universal Hollywood.  We also share audio from the opening ceremony of  the Jurassic World ride including an appearance by Chris Pratt and Blue the Raptor!

 Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start off this week's show by discussing the operational issues that the Universal Orlando Resort is continuing to have with “Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure.” Jim then looks at Universal Parks & Resorts' $2.2 billion misadventure in the Middle East Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the operational issues that the Universal Orlando Resort is continuing to have with “Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure.” Jim then looks at Universal Parks & Resorts’ $2.2 billion misadventure in the Middle East Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode we are joined by Joni, Maddy, Michelle and Tod to talk about their experience visiting Islands of Adventure to ride Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure on opening day. Check out all we have to offer. The Unofficial Universal Orlando Podcast. You can listen to us on the following platforms: Apple Podcasts  LIBSYN  STITCHER SPOTIFY  Don't forget, if you're booking a trip to Orlando to give our friends at Mouse & Muggle a try. Planning your next trip to Universal Orlando or a Disney destination? Whether you're a mouse or a Muggle, Mouse & Muggle Travel Company can help make your next vacation simply magical! And their services are FREE to you! Just go to mouseandmuggle.com and fill out a no-obligation quote request to get started. Also go and give our podcast partners, The Theme Park Duo a listen, for all your West Coast info FOLLOW US ON :  FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TWITTER PINTEREST  

The Ultimate Guide to Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure Are you ready to experience the new Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure located in Universal’s Islands of Adventure? If you are, then I’m here to help you on the solo theme park adventure ahead. Harry Potter fan or not, this roller coaster featuring one of JK Rowling’s most beloved characters is an absolute must do! In this episode, we will go through: The History of the Ride Opening Day Hype The Hagrid Roller Coaster Layout What to Expect in the Hagrid Motorbike Adventure Queue Ride Highlights and Facts My Complete Review Tips to Make the Most of Your Time Final Thoughts Read Full article here:  https://www.themeparkhipster.com/hagrids-magical-creatures-motorbike-adventure/ Don't forget to grab your FREE Universal Orlando Complete Guide here - http://eepurl.com/cgKXPP  Thanks for listening! NikkyJ

06/27/19 - In this episode, Craig and Ryno discuss Yeti: Terror of the Yukon coming to Halloween Horror Nights 29 and then they complain about Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure before praising it.

This week's theme park news: • Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure has moved to delayed opening this week to help with daily maintenance and fine tuning of the new ride. The ride will open at midday until further notice. • Disneyland is adding a reservation system for Savi’s Workshop and Ogas cantina for when Galaxy’s Edge opens to the public on June 24th • Disneyland have reversed a decision to add merchandise stands into the Main Street Cinema after online outrage at the move. • Walt Disney World have announced that they are going to Galaxy’s Edge previews for Premium Annual pass members, and then backed that up with increasing the price for all annual passes. The non resident Florida Annual pass increased by 25 percent. • Universal Hollywood have announced a new bar next to the upcoming Jurassic World a revamped Jurassic Cafe. The bar will be called Isla Nubar and feature tropical cocktails. The Jurassic Cafe is reopening with a Costa Rican themed menu. • Six Flags Magic Mountain is rumoured to be retracking their closed Green Lantern coaster for reopening later this year. • This week the 60th birthday of three iconic Disneyland attractions: Matterhorn Bobsleds, the Disneyland Monorail and the Disneyland submarine ride. • Finland’s Linnanmaki have opened Taiga, their new Intamin multi-launched coaster.

In this episode of The Dark Theme Park Show, Grant give a small trip report from his Disney Alaska Cruise and we give a preview of the new theme park attractions and events we will be covering this summer, Including  Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge, Villains After Dark, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure and Jurassic World!

After riding the new Harry Potter roller coaster at Universal Orlando, many declared Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure the best ride at Islands of Adventure. Some declared it the best ride in Orlando. As a result, the Theme Park Rangers decided to pick their favorite experiences at Central Florida’s parks. (SPOILER: One Ranger agrees with Hagrid being tops at IOA.) Top rides at Universal Orlando, SeaWorld (:58) Tethered to ride – Part 1 (4:17) Top rides at Disney World (5:44) Tethered to ride – Part 2 (10:52) Rides they loathe (16:15) The ride they would resuscitate (19:03) Potential future favorites (21:06)

On this week's show, the most anticipated ride at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter...Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure! Spoilers! Duh... Visit us at www.CFSAS.com Contact us at podcast@cfsas.com Follow us on Twitter @CentralFLSAS Like us on Facebook! Subscribe to us on YouTube! Please rate and review!

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On this week's show, the most anticipated ride at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter...Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure! Spoilers! Duh...   Visit us at www.CFSAS.com Contact us at podcast@cfsas.com Follow us on Twitter @CentralFLSAS Like us on Facebook! Subscribe to us on YouTube!   Please rate and review!

On this week's show, the most anticipated ride at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter...Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure! Spoilers! Duh... Visit us at www.CFSAS.com Contact us at podcast@cfsas.com Follow us on Twitter @CentralFLSAS Like...

In this episode, I talk about the reactions from opening day of Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure…and that TEN hour wait! Later in the show, I reveal the 5 most visited water parks in the US. Enjoy! This episode originally aired on June 16

Happy 85th birthday to Donald Duck whose been causing trouble since 1934! In honor of the lovable and ornery duck, Joe kicks off the pod by quizzing me on some Donald facts. Do I crush his score on the trivia? You’ll have to listen and see! This week, we talk about the opening of Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland. The first week, wait times were pretty low, especially when you contrast them with the 10 hour wait at Universal to ride Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure. So far, so good. People seem to love the Galaxy’s Edge addition. The land looks great. The build your own lightsaber (and droid) experience is a hit. Fun fact, you can take your lightsaber with you on the plane as one of your carryons. People don’t love the prices of the merchandise (but if you’re a hard-core fan of Star Wars, the merch may be worth it) and the Millenium Falcon experience can vary greatly depending on your crew. Blue and green milk is a little odd for a lot of people, especially if you’re not a fan of dairy milk alternatives, but come on, you have to try it! We also talk about what we think the impact of Disney losing the deal to Harry Potter Land back in 2003-2004 was on the future of theme parks (spoiler: we speculate it had a MAJOR POSITIVE impact). Thank you as always for listening and remember to smile, spread cheer, and to not only have a magical week yourself, but make sure those around you have one as well! ❤️ Check us out on Facebook or submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode.

Here’s How You Can Save Money At Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 46 The most frequent question we get asked is how do you save money at Disney World? It’s an important question because you can quickly and easily break the bank on a Disney World trip. A couple of weeks back we shared the best ways to save up money for a Disney World trip. Those tips included how you can set up a vacation savings account, how credit card points can help pay for your trip and we shared where you can find some of the best deals on hotels, tickets and more. It was a great episode and if you missed it be sure to give it a listen, you can check it out by visiting wdwopinion.com/episode44. But those tips were all things you could do before you arrived in Orlando. It was the ways to save up money and save on the things you have to buy before you get there. This segment is all about the ways you can save inside the Disney World gates. Plus, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure opens to huge lines at Islands of Adventure, Conservation Station gets a new attraction and the Main Street Cinema gets a new look in Disneyland. All that and more on this episode of WDW Opinion. Stories discussed in News to Opinion Universal: Notes on Hagrid’s coaster, hashtags, Virtual Line facts, Dueling Dragons nods The Animation Experience at Conservation Station begins July 11 The Main Street Cinema at Disneyland Park Has Been Turned Into A Store Join the WDW Opinioneers Community Want to learn more about what an Opinioneer is? Explore the community here. Leave a Review In iTunes Help others find the WDW Opinion Podcast and let us know why you like listening to it! Leave a review here. Free Disney Trip Task Checklist Subscribe to our newsletter and get a FREE copy of our Ultimate Disney Trip Task List. Use this customizable list to help plan for your next Disney trip. WDW Opinion Live Join us every Tuesday Night at 7 p.m. ET on Facebook Live as we discuss the latest happenings at Walt Disney World. Head over to our Facebook page to jump in on the discussion. Visit www.WDWOpinion.com for all the latest from the blog and to find out more about WDW Opinion! Share your Disney opinions with us! Email your opinions to Conor@WDWOpinion.com and if we like them you might even be featured on a future show! Follow Us on Social Facebook Instagram Twitter

Universal Orlando's Wizarding World of Harry Potter has just opened its latest coaster, Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, and we review it! We're joined by The Insider's Kirsten Acuna, who rode the Motorbike Adventure with Andrew. Check out Kirsten's review of the ride (https://www.insider.com/hagrids-magical-creatures-motorbike-adventure-review-2019-6) and her report on the queue's easter eggs (https://www.insider.com/hagrids-magical-creatures-motorbike-adventure-easter-eggs-2019-6) ! And here's Andrew's review (https://www.hypable.com/hagrids-magical-creatures-motorbike-adventure-review/) on Hypable. The ride's queue is intriguing: It's the ruins of Hogwarts, with inscriptions and art from students over the decades. It's here where Hagrid also birthed a Blast-Ended Skrewt. Soooo about this Blast-Ended Skrewt: What large hole is spraying us while we're on the Motorbike Adventure???  Andrew and Kirsten review the ride, which is a thrilling technological marvel. And riding it at night is a whole different experience!  The fandom has a new debate on their hands: Is the Motorbike or Sidecar the better vehicle to ride in? We take questions from Patreon supporters: How does this ride compare to the others? How intense is it? In this week's Bonus MuggleCast (https://www.patreon.com/posts/bonus-mugglecast-27696613) , available exclusively on Patreon, we analyze the connection between Fawkes and Dumbledore, and what makes it so special. This week's episode is sponsored by HelloFresh (For $80 off your first month, go to HelloFresh.com/MuggleCast80 and use promo code MuggleCast80) and the Harry Potter Figurine Collection (Visit HeroCollector.com/Wizards to get two figurines for $9.95, and free shipping).

This time on SpeakBeasty: → Happy Father’s Day! → Phoenix Register: No FaBe related news, but Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure ride is open! → Owl Post: Two posts courtesy of our SpeakBeasty Common Room! Fantastic Beasts in Frozen 2? Frozen and Indiana Jones connections → Main Discussion: Characters of Color in the Fantastic Beasts series → We explore representation in FaBe, HP, and even Hunger Games! → Some say Rowling is the champion of all people of color. Is that really true? → Could/should Newt have been cast as a person of color? (Based on Rita Skeeter’s description of his grandson, Rolf?) → Analysis of Rowling’s Native American appropriation. → Seraphina Picquery mystery SOLVED!!! → Time Turner: The origin of coffee! Podcast Question: How can future Fantastic Beasts installments learn from the missteps and lack of representation in previous wizarding world media, and better serve their characters of color?

Sean and Alex went to opening day of the newest coaster at Universal's Islands of Adventure! And after a long wait, here's the review of Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure!Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

On the June 13, 2019 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor-in-chief Peter Sciretta is joined by managing editor Jacob Hall and weekend editor Brad Oman to discuss their recent adventures to theme parks. Peter visited Universal's Islands of Adventure to experience the new Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure rollercoaster in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, while Jacob visited Orlando's Walt Disney World to experience Pandora and Toy Story Land on a trip for the Toy Story 4 junket, and Brad got a chance to step into Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland while he was visiting Los Angeles. Opening Banter: Peter has returned, and is very tired. Peter, Ben and Jacob were all in Florida in the period of five days and didn't see each other. In Our Feature Presentation: Peter experienced the new Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure rollercoaster in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at  Universal's Islands of Adventure In Orlando Florida.Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure (watch Peter's vlog from the event on the Ordinary Adventures youtube page or read about it here) Big Fire, a new open fire concept at Citywalk Stayed at the Aventura, the Universal hotel of the future Got a preview of Universal's Endless Summer Resort, the first value resort at Universal Orlando, a game changer. Jacob visited Walt Disney World for the Toy Story 4 junket, and revisited old favorite rides and experienced new lands including Pandora: The World of Avatar and Toy Story Land.The New StuffPandora Toy Story Land Mine Train Frozen Ever After The Old Favorites What is Disney World like solo? How different do the parks feel now? Tips for future visitors! Brad was in Los Angeles for the Ghostbusters fan festival and got an opportunity to visit Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland. Thank Peter's castmember friend Nate for making it possible. Batuu Building a lightsaber Smuggler's Run The food The shops: what did you buy?   Other Articles Mentioned:   All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today's show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.

We tease Micaela's big trip to Disneyland to experience Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge (including how she is studying up on her Batuuese vocabulary) and my upcoming trip to Disney Villains After Hours event at the Magic Kingdom. Plus, new ride alert: Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure is open at Universal Orlando’s Islands of Adventure! New episodes available every Thursdays! Find more great podcasts at bPodStudios…The Place To Be For Podcast Discovery See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hunter and Travis talk about their opening day thoughts on the latest Harry Potter attraction at the Universal Orlando resort!

If you know what Hogwarts House you're in, you've found the right place. Talking all things Wizarding World of Harry Potter in honor of the new addition to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade: Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure. Guest today is Sarah Gilliland (HUFFLEPUFF) from https://sarahinthesuburbs.com and owner of the Facebook group The Wizarding World Moms. Protip: sign up with Audible for a free 30-day trial through this sponsored link & download the Harry Potter books! http://www.audibletrial.com/noguiltfangirls  Want more info about watching the Harry Potter movies in order: https://noguiltfangirl.com/harry-potter-movies-in-order-list/ And what movies you should watch before your next Universal vacation: https://noguiltlife.com/movies-to-watch-before-your-universal-orlando-vacation/  

Are you prepared for a game changer in theme park rides?! That is exactly what Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Islands Of Adventure is! The guys got the opportunity to experience the media preview night and will fill you in with all the details. Dickerman and Scott discuss all the foods that were offered, talk about the Harry Potter cast members that were on hand for the momentous occasion, oh and TALK ABOUT THE RIDE! If you love rides AND Harry Potter you will definitely want to check this thing out.

Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure officially opens June 13 at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. But the Theme Park Rangers have already been on the roller coaster. They discuss their adventure into the Forbidden Forest and how the investment in Harry Potter is still paying off big for Universal. Better seat -- motorbike or sidecar? (1:47) SPOILERS: Ride surprises (2:41) How family-friendly is this coaster? (8:32) Dueling Dragons Easter Egg? (10:39) Which time of day is a better ride experience -- night or day? (10:54) How does virtual line work (11:39) Celebrity sightings (12:08) How has Universal Orlando’s partnership with Harry Potter impacted other theme parks? (14:56) Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Hogsmeade opens in 2010 (16:08) Which ride is better Millennium Falcon or Hagrid? (18:25)

05/23/19 - In this episode, Craig and Ryno discuss more details about Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure and the announcement of Depths of Fear for Halloween Horror Nights 29 before answering your questions!

Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start off this week's show by talking about the latest addition to “Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure” at Universal's Islands of Adventure. They then discuss how the Universal Creative seems to be stepping away from producing rides, shows & attractions for the parks that make use of 3D glasses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the latest addition to “Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure” at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. They then discuss how the Universal Creative seems to be stepping away from producing rides, shows & attractions for the parks that make use of 3D glasses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

05/09/19 - In this episode, Craig and Ryno discuss the Hagrid Animated Figure in Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure before answering questions from first time Universal Orlando visitors!

Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start off this week's episode by discussing how Universal Creative is now in the process of buttoning up “Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure.” They then talk at length about Dueling Dragons, the thrill ride that previously occupied this corner of the Lost Continent at Universal's Islands of Adventure theme park Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing how Universal Creative is now in the process of buttoning up “Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure.” They then talk at length about Dueling Dragons, the thrill ride that previously occupied this corner of the Lost Continent at Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme park Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

04/25/19 - In this episode, Craig and Ryno discuss the creatures of Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure and 2019 Holiday dates before reviewing the brand new TODAY Cafe at Universal Studios Florida!

On this episode we discuss the new details of Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, Seth brings us Little Things.  We then bring you all the details of UUOP The Weekender and Alicia brings us another Rumor Mill.  Check out all we have to offer. The Unofficial Universal Orlando Podcast. You can listen to us on the following platforms: Apple Podcasts  LIBSYN  STITCHER SPOTIFY  Don't forget, if you're booking a trip to Orlando to give our friends at Mouse & Muggle a try. Planning your next trip to Universal Orlando or a Disney destination? Whether you're a mouse or a Muggle, Mouse & Muggle Travel Company can help make your next vacation simply magical! And their services are FREE to you! Just go to mouseandmuggle.com and fill out a no-obligation quote request to get started. Also go and give our podcast partners, The Theme Park Duo a listen, for all your West Coast info FOLLOW US ON :  FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TWITTER PINTEREST  

Disney’s Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge Details?! Universal’s Hagrid’s Creatures Motorbike Adventure Opening Date?! This year will be amazing for us theme park fans and I can’t wait! Enjoy LinksStar Wars Galaxy’s Edge – Details, Concept Art, Menus and MOREEpcot’s NEW Entry way and Pavilion Concept ArtHagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure Construction ImagesUniversal Classic Monsters Land Likely to Appear in Universal’s Fantastic Worlds

03/14/19 - In this episode, Craig and Ryno discuss everything we currently know about Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure after the last video announcement revealing new details!

03/07/19 - In this episode, Craig and Ryno discuss the new Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle projection show coming to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, as well as the TODAY Cafe and more on Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure!

Play Pavilion, New Park Entrance Part of Epcot’s Historic Transformation https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/02/first-of-its-kind-play-pavilion-new-park-entrance-part-of-epcots-historic-transformation/ Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure is coming to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter https://www.pottermore.com/news/hagrid-magical-creatures-motorbike-adventure-is-coming-to-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=referral Spoiler video https://youtu.be/6w07BvAeiIY New 270-Acre Solar Facility Now Online https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/02/major-new-270-acre-solar-facility-now-online-providing-clean-energy-to-walt-disney-world-resort/

We talk about some great new stuff that's on the way to Epcot and Islands of Adventure, then take a look at the new Trip Advisor list that ranks the best beaches in the country.  A lot of them are right here in Florida, but does the their number one beach deserve the top slot? In this Episode: "Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure” to open at Islands of Adventure on June 13, 2019. https://insidethemagic.net/2019/02/fan-made-video-1st-look-hagrids-magical-creatures-motorbike-adventure-mg1/ A new pavilion and a lot of improvements are coming to Epcot. https://www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/201902/6620/ Trip Advisor's "Top 25 Beaches in America for 2019" https://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Beaches-cTop-g191 4Ocean beach cleanup at Siesta Key Beach in Sarasota. https://4ocean.com/ Contact Us! We want to hear your own reviews and Florida trip reports! Website: http://www.sunshinestatepodcast.com Twitter: @FloridaPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/floridapodcast Email: Contact@sunshinestatepodcast.com How to support the show Become a Sunshine State of Mind Patron

Len Testa & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the progress that’s been made to date with WDW’s Skyliner system. They also point out that Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure is obviously supposed to serve as a rebuttal to any theme park fan who claims that “Universal Creative only builds screen-based attractions.”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Len Testa & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the progress that’s been made to date with WDW’s Skyliner system. They also point out that Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure is obviously supposed to serve as a rebuttal to any theme park fan who claims that “Universal Creative only builds screen-based attractions.”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start off this week's show by sharing everything that they've heard about Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure. They also talk about “Dragon Gliders,” the “How to Train Your Dragons” -based storytelling coaster that DreamWorks Animation licensed to be built at Motiongate Dubai Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by sharing everything that they’ve heard about Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure. They also talk about “Dragon Gliders,” the “How to Train Your Dragons” -based storytelling coaster that DreamWorks Animation licensed to be built at Motiongate Dubai Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

* Slug Club member Jac joins the show all the way from Australia! * Fantastic Beasts 3 is seemingly delayed! When can we expect it in theaters? * Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure is set to open this June! * We dive deep in the Crimes of Grindelwald deleted scenes & featurettes * Credence and Nagini: why was their budding romance left on the cutting room floor? * There was a completely different opening to this film and we discuss why it would have worked!  * Dumbledore reveals the truth behind why he sent Newt to New York! * Who is the man Grindelwald fears above all others? Is it truly Dumbledore? * The Romance That Will Never Be: Dumbledore & McGonagall * Hello, Yaxley! * Leta's mysterious ballroom dance: Can she hear other people's thoughts just like Queenie? What does “her brother will lead us from the shadows…” mean? * Newt's Basement gives us more Augurey screen time and another look at those Baby Nifflers * We geek out with Ezra & Evanna as they watch select scenes from Crimes of Grindelwald * It's clear Dumbledore knows something about Credence, but Ezra can't divulge! * J.K. Rowling: A World Revealed includes her feelings on the differences between the first two films, Heyman's analysis of Grindelwald vs. Voldemort and a great Yates' hero quote! * JKR makes it clear that the line between good and bad is not as defined in this series: "Good guys cross over, bad guys are redeemed!" * What?!? "Make no assumptions. Whatever you think you know at the end of the movie may not be the case when you get to the end of the third movie." * Quizzitch: What prop did the art department make 100 copies of to place in the French Ministry of Magic? * This week's episode is brought to you by the new podcast [One Plus One](https://wondery.com/shows/one-plus-one/)! The show tells the story of some of the world’s most legendary creative unions like Beyonce & Jay-Z, Google’s Sergey Brin and Larry Page, and Lorne Michaels and the first cast of Saturday Night Live. * Bonus MuggleCast, available on Patreon.com/MuggleCast: Distinctly Dumbledore - we discuss some notable revelations, including that Jude Law now knows everything Rowling does about Dumbledore and that there was, in fact, a sexual component to the Dumbledore-Grindelwald relationship.

02/21/19 - In this episode, the new Wizarding World of Harry Potter coaster has a name and opening date, plus Craig and Ryno discuss the reasons they think Express is an amazing add-on and superior to FastPass+.