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Closing weekend arrived for two very different roller coasters: ArieForce One at Fun Spot Atlanta and Kumba at Busch Gardens Tampa both took their final riders this past weekend, and Mike and EB dig into the real math behind why an $18 million RMC almost never survives in a family entertainment center, no matter how loudly the enthusiast line chants "save this ride." Listener trip reports roll in live from the queue. From there, the news comes in hot: Knott's Berry Farm's long-delayed MonteZOOMa: The Forbidden Fortress reportedly cost Six Flags a stunning $20 million for what's ultimately a 1978 shuttle loop with new paint and fog machines (and it's still not open), Universal is demolishing what's left of the beloved Poseidon's Fury show building as the Lost Continent disappears for good, and Busch Gardens Williamsburg drops a sneaky social media tease revealing a full rebuild is coming to the old Corkscrew Hill simulator building. Then the regional parks get serious about Halloween: Kings Island, Carowinds, and Six Flags Great Adventure are all getting a Friday the 13th-themed Jason house, SeaWorld parks are doing I Know What You Did Last Summer, and Busch Gardens is bringing Anaconda to life — which inspires the guys who bring Anaconda's villain Paul Sarone back from the dead to review every snake-named roller coaster in the country. After the break, Mike and EB get into the business side of the show, walking through a full overhaul of Coaster Radio's Patreon tiers — including a new producer-only Discord channel — before wrapping with a water park trip report from Crete and a juicy Screamscape rumor that Kings Island's aging Arrow suspended coaster, The Bat, might be on the chopping block to make room for something new.
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: Halloween Horror Nights announcement: Universal just confirmed an Ozzy Osbourne haunted house SeaWorld is changing what makes Howl-O-Scream different Disney makes surprise change to recently opened Animal Kingdom experience Disneyland holidays 2026: Dates, returning Christmas traditions and what to expect Silver Dollar City's new Christmas parade is twice as long with Rudolph characters Six Flags Great Adventure reveals Bakunawa coaster with world's first upside-down launch 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.
United Parks is bringing licensed IP to Howl-O-Scream for the first time, licensing two Sony films across all five of its events. Busch Gardens Tampa and Williamsburg each open an Anaconda house on September 11 with different storylines, Fear Has No Escape in Tampa and Dead on Arrival in Williamsburg, while I Know What You Did Last Summer: The Final Catch opens at SeaWorld Orlando, San Diego, and San Antonio. Sony says it is the first time either film has been licensed for a major Halloween event.Howl-O-Scream built its identity on avoiding IP. Original stories meant the licensing money went into the product instead, while Universal paid for rights before building a single set. That calculus has flipped in a market where guests gravitate to what they already know. The risk is the pattern other parks have followed: pay for the IP out of the same budget, build less event, and blame the IP when attendance disappoints. Guests buy the whole event, and when the event shrinks, one house cannot cover the gap.Anaconda is an animal-attack story at a company historically sensitive about how animals are portrayed, and neither film carries the pull of a Halloween staple. The two Anaconda storylines suggest houses built to swap parks next year, the right instinct, since IP buying power only works at corporate scale and the next step is infrastructure consistent enough to rotate shows between parks. One haunted house does not make a premier Halloween event.Listen to weekly BONUS episodes on our Patreon.
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To support our podcasts, go to https://www.givecentral.org/customizable-online-giving/1467/event/44043Holy Family is a vibrant Catholic parish located in Southwest Orlando, serving the communities of Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Isleworth, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Horizon West, and Metrowest. We're also just minutes away from Orlando's theme parks—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—and the Orlando Convention Center.
To support our podcasts, go to https://www.givecentral.org/customizable-online-giving/1467/event/44043Holy Family is a vibrant Catholic parish located in Southwest Orlando, serving the communities of Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Isleworth, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Horizon West, and Metrowest. We're also just minutes away from Orlando's theme parks—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—and the Orlando Convention Center.
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Welcome to the latest episode of the Food and Beverage Magazine Podcast, hosted by the Editors of Food and Beverage Magazine. In this week's episode, we explore major mergers, financial results, and product launches shaping the industry. We kick off with massive acquisition news as Couche-Tard moves to acquire ABKA Group's 13,000 stores for 8.6 billion dollars, alongside Sargento's acquisition of La Terra Fina to expand its deli dips portfolio. We also cover Tyson Foods posting its Q3 2026 results and Corteva raising its full-year guidance after a strong first half.In restaurant and hospitality news, we discuss expansions and brand milestones, including Popup Bagels breaking into the Nevada market, Fogo de Chao expanding in Arizona, and Jollibee bringing its famous Chickenjoy to downtown San Francisco. We also touch on SeaWorld adding horror IP to its Howl-O-Scream food and beverage nights.For the consumer packaged goods and functional foods sectors, we dive into Truheight launching protein energy waffles, Mondelez rolling out a Chips Ahoy mystery limited-time offer, and Bush's Beans dropping a limited-edition beans on toast kit. Additionally, we look at how technology is impacting the industry, highlighting Avocados from Mexico deploying a new AI answer engine for consumers.For full articles on these stories, exclusive insights, and daily industry news, visit fbmagazine.com. Be sure to also check out our network syndication at foodservice.media, which gives brands, buyers, and operators a direct path to the categories that matter most. Thank you for listening, and remember to subscribe to the newsletter so you never miss the latest trends.
Wave pools. Drain suction. Parasites that laugh at chlorine. Turns out the "safe" attraction at the water park was never safe — and we've got the real-life horror stories to prove it (RIP Action Park, aka "Traction Park").
: In this episode of Sew & So, we're joined by Dr. Cindie Husbands, founder of the American Tailors and Sewing Association. Few people can say they've been a professional mime at SeaWorld, designed award-winning bridal veils, produced performances at Carnegie Hall, Broadway Theatre, and the Sydney Olympics, built dance studios, manufactured casino uniforms in Las Vegas, launched a company that produced antimicrobial masks during the pandemic, and then founded a national organization to transform the future of tailoring in America. But Dr. Cindie Husbands can. Every chapter of her extraordinary life has been connected by one constant—sewing. From learning to sew as a young girl to building businesses across the country, Cindie has embraced every opportunity that came her way. Today, as founder of the American Tailors and Sewing Association, she's on a mission to address the growing shortage of skilled sewists, establish professional standards for the tailoring industry, and create new pathways for people to build meaningful careers through sewing. Join us for an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, reinvention, and why sewing isn't just a craft—it's a skill that can truly change lives. (3:00) How did Cindie first learn to sew and who was her inspiration? (4:40) What's the first item she created and does she still have it? (4:55) Cindie takes us on a ride with her through the journey to where she is today. Hear about the now famous people she still knows from high school and why she became a mime at Sea World. Buckle-up…this is amazing! Hear about Carnage Hall, the Sydney Olympics, Alaska, Las Vegas, Casino Uniforms, Kokomo, IN, the realization that she had gone to high school with her husband and more! And in all of this…she earned her Doctorate Degree! (21:26) Hear about the performances she's produced and which are her favorites. (22:20) Cindie talks about why quilting in Alaska is so pervasive and why quilting became important to her (25:46) Her daughter Amber owns Volcano View in Homer, AK. (26:08) What sewing projects are the most meaningful to her? (28:00) Cindie talks about the disconnect in the sewing industry and why she started the American Tailors and Sewing Association. And…the dearth of standards and sewists to work for fashion companies and tailoring. (32:00) Why haven't standards and pathways been addressed until now? (34:00) There is a resurgence in the interest of tailoring…but not enough people in the workforce to do the work. She explains what can be done about it. (36:08) Have the large stores been supportive of her efforts? (37:56) What are the goals of the Association? And her vision for the future of the industry? (39:20) Learn about her plans for Mobile Sew Labs created to help people reinvent themselves. (41:00) Cindie has “sewing can be a business at almost any level”. What does she mean by this? (43:00) Americantailor.org (43:08) What's next for Cindie? (44:05) What's her dream? (44:50) Is there a question we didn't ask? (45:40) You can reach out to Cindie go to Americantailor.org. Tell her you met her on Sew & So! Be sure to subscribe to, review and rate this podcast on your favorite platform…and visit our website sewandsopodcast.com for more information about today's and all of our Guests.
News; birthdays/events; a fun way to get your family to eat leftovers; word of the day. News; pickle flavored everything has been the latest craze...can you guess what flavor is next?; game: Brad reads song lyrics; when is good enough..."good enough"!!! News; almost half of us say we have a great idea that can be turned into something (but most of us never do anything about it)...why?; game: just over $1,000 pyramid; is it a good idea to have var/replay/ai technology in sports? News; behavioral changes to help fight dementia; game: songs from 1986; goodbye/fun facts.... National Waterpark Day...whether you like the thrilling rides, giant wave pools, and lazy rivers there is something for everyone to enjoy. In 1923 Herbert Sellner designs a ride with water toboggans that would slide down large inclines and skim across bodies of water....but the person credited as the 'Father of the Waterpark,' George Millay (1929-2006) was an American entrepreneur who founded SeaWorld in 1964 and later opened Wet 'n Wild in Orlando, Florida, in 1977. His vision for a dedicated park solely focused on water rides revolutionized the amusement industry. Today, there are waterparks all over the U.S....indoor parks, outdoor parks...and you can enjoy it all without dealing with hassle and expensive of a backyard pool.
San Diego Brewers Guild President Esthela Davila joins Jeff and Jeff for a full round of local beer, industry updates, summer stories, and the kind of strange news that could only make sense after a couple of pours. The crew samples regional San Diego beer collaborations, talks about breweries and food destinations around the county, and takes a closer look at what the Firestone Walker acquisition could mean for Stone Brewing, its San Diego identity, and the future of the iconic Escondido location. Then Toast, Roast, and Pour One Out goes completely off the rails with a beer zip line, George Washington's beer recipe, twelve varieties of Bigfoot, unauthorized Costco tequila samples, a chainsaw world record, Florida spelling problems, and a man who stole an ambulance because he had to save the world. Plus, the crew shares memorable summer-job stories involving SeaWorld, Jägermeister, warehouse freezers, workplace karma, and one very loyal turtle. Pour yourself a beer, pull up a barstool, and join us for another round of great beers and the stories that go with them.
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To support our podcasts, go to https://www.givecentral.org/customizable-online-giving/1467/event/44043Holy Family is a vibrant Catholic parish located in Southwest Orlando, serving the communities of Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Isleworth, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Horizon West, and Metrowest. We're also just minutes away from Orlando's theme parks—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—and the Orlando Convention Center.
In this video, we'll take you through the exciting shows and nighttime spectaculars that make Electric Ocean a must-see for anyone visiting Central Florida this summer.
This month, we do a DIY version of "Flavors of Florida" at Disney Springs. Jacki fills us in on her new exciting project while Sean also discusses going to SeaWorld with family friends as well as roping dropping the park as a single rider. We then run through what we know so far about Halloween Horror Nights 35 at Universal Studios Orlando. Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms or send us an email at monoreelradio@gmail.com. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our website and if you want to experience the Disney magic for yourself, click here to start planning your next vacation.
The crew's trip to Sea World got ruined by a giant shark, but don't worry, we brought back souvenirs for everyone. Well, just the one souvenir. We hope you like it, because we can't return it. It's a commentary for Jaws 3 on this episode of Attack of the Killer Podcast! Listen & subscribe wherever you get your podcasts or go to http://www.aotkp.com Connect with the show: Become an Official Attacker: http://jointheattackers.com/ Visit our website: http://www.attackofthekillerpodcast.com/ Like us on https://www.facebook.com/attackofthekillerpodcast Follow us on https://twitter.com/AotKP Follow us on https://tiktok.com/@attackofthekiller Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/attackofthekillerpodcast/ Follow us on https://www.threads.net/@attackofthekillerpodcast Subscribe on https://www.youtube.com/attackofthekillerpodcast Join us on https://www.aotkp.com/discord Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/aotkp/posts Lastly, check out all the amazing shows at http://thepfpn.com
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To support our podcasts, go to https://www.givecentral.org/customizable-online-giving/1467/event/44043Holy Family is a vibrant Catholic parish located in Southwest Orlando, serving the communities of Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Isleworth, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Horizon West, and Metrowest. We're also just minutes away from Orlando's theme parks—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—and the Orlando Convention Center.
To support our podcasts, go to https://www.givecentral.org/customizable-online-giving/1467/event/44043Holy Family is a vibrant Catholic parish located in Southwest Orlando, serving the communities of Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Isleworth, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Horizon West, and Metrowest. We're also just minutes away from Orlando's theme parks—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—and the Orlando Convention Center.
To support our podcasts, go to https://www.givecentral.org/customizable-online-giving/1467/event/44043Holy Family is a vibrant Catholic parish located in Southwest Orlando, serving the communities of Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Isleworth, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Horizon West, and Metrowest. We're also just minutes away from Orlando's theme parks—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—and the Orlando Convention Center.
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For the YouTube-only hour, Kappy had Tim from our Social Media team had a lovely day over the weekend at Seaworld with Kap's family. Then, is LeBron really holding up the sports world with his next decision? Kappy and Trudell think so. Plus, Aaron Rodgers made up with his family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Another splendiferous family episode this week as Dave and Derek talk Love Island betting odds to Waymo snitching on passengers! We also get into Jay-Z's concert security breach, Meg Thee Stallion, viral Waymo videos, and the meltdown in our comment section over some cowboy boots. Then, we talk why sports betting has officially taken over EVERYTHING, Love Island strategy, Waymo recording passengers... even during awkward moments, World Cup butter chicken wings in Jersey City, why Lizzo's new album is bad and where her career should go next. Plus: E-40 at SeaWorld, Uber loopholes, weird TikTok trends, and a bison launching a tourist into the air.DON'T FORGET TO LIKE, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE Watch “Gone in 60 Steps"! https://www.youtube.com/@GoneIn60Steps MERCH https://nnfa.creator-spring.com/ BONUS CONTENT https://www.patreon.com/c/ImDaveTemple?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink -----------------Follow host Derek GainesIG https://www.instagram.com/thegreatboy/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEQDlfXd3hPcpTkU8xHYBTg Follow host Dave TempleIG https://www.instagram.com/imdavetemple/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DAT46Follow No Need for ApologiesIG https://www.instagram.com/nnfapodcast/ TT https://www.tiktok.com/@noneedforapologies FB https://www.facebook.com/noneedforapologies/Produced by Teona SashaIG https://www.instagram.com/teonasasha/TT https://www.tiktok.com/@teonasasha -----------------To advertise your product on our podcasts please email jimmy@gasdigitalmarketing.com with a brief description about your product and any shows you may be interested in advertising on.SEND US MAIL:GaS Digital StudiosAttn: NNFA151 1st Ave # 311New York, NY 10003"No Need for Apologies" - NEW Episodes every Saturday at 3PM/ET on YouTube-----------------⏱️CHAPTERS00:00 Intro00:45 Welcome to the Show06:33 Watching Argentina With TJ Miller12:22 Love Island Is Now a Gambling Sport15:03 Derek Finally Arrives24:06 Dave's Apology of the Week: Starting a Comment Race War29:11 Hanging With Indian Bros in Jersey City33:20 Derek's Apology to Himself35:54 Jay-Z Concert Security Disaster45:50 Waymo Snitches on Everyone49:24 E-40 Performs at SeaWorld56:00 Stud Strippers & Women-Only Uber Drivers01:01:00 The Nose Trumpet 01:02:58 Wide Pants Are Injuring People01:08:40 Lizzo's New Album Review01:16:30 Rap Inside Church01:28:00 Bison Launch01:30:00 OutroSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this bonus episode of Selective Ignorance, Mandii B is joined by super producer A-King and Jason “Jah” Lee for an entertaining conversation covering concert culture, hip-hop, nostalgia, addiction, celebrity headlines, relationships, and modern social dynamics. The episode kicks off with a debate about "cultural credit" and whether it's ever appropriate to ask artists and industry friends for concert tickets or backstage access [ 01:43 ]. The crew shares insider tips on navigating smaller concert markets and maximizing live music experiences [ 03:26 ], before discussing the tours they're most excited about, including J. Cole's The Fall Off Tour, Usher, Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, Vince Staples, and even unexpected performances at venues like SeaWorld [ 06:01 ][ 08:33 ]. From there, they examine how nostalgia continues to fuel the booming live music economy, with legacy artists drawing massive crowds decades into their careers [ 10:18 ], before reflecting on T.I.'s career resurgence, retirement conversations, and evolving ambitions [ 11:49 ]. A brief detour into stand-up comedy and future creative plans keeps the conversation moving [ 14:37 ], before the crew turns its attention to Future's latest album and the current state of Atlanta hip-hop, debating whether the city's sound is entering a new era of "reconstruction" [ 16:05 ]. The discussion then shifts toward addiction, public perception, and substance use, beginning with reflections on methamphetamine, the struggles of former Florida gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum, and the realities of addiction [ 19:39 ]. The hosts share candid personal stories about encounters with cocaine and nightlife culture [21:40 ], before discussing changing attitudes toward marijuana, mushrooms, and recreational drug use [ 25:29 ]. A humorous internet rabbit hole involving podcasters and alleged cocaine use [ 26:18 ] quickly gives way to a more serious conversation after reacting to Ray J's viral comments about sexually transmitted diseases [ 28:14 ]. The crew separates fact from fiction by discussing sexual health, misinformation, and the dangers of spreading inaccurate medical claims online [ 31:21 ], while also examining the public conversation surrounding Princess Love, accountability, and relationship dynamics [ 32:25 ]. Closing out the episode, Mandii, A-King, and Jah explore the emotional complexities of "savior" mentalities in relationships, discussing why some people feel compelled to rescue partners at the expense of their own well-being [34:50 ]. They debate male-centered relationships, unrealistic expectations shaped by pop culture and Disney princess narratives [ 36:19 ][ 37:28 ], before turning to lighter conversations about declining wedding and baby shower invitations, changing social obligations, and evolving friendships in adulthood [ 43:12 ]. The crew also weighs in on internet debates surrounding fashion, masculinity, and bedazzled men's clothing [ 48:25 ], before wrapping up with a playful discussion about Mandii's New York roots versus her growing Florida identity [ 51:03 ]. The episode concludes with final thoughts, upcoming announcements, and the team's signature sign-off [ 56:38 ], delivering another candid, hilarious, and insightful bonus conversation that effortlessly blends music, culture, current events, and everyday life. No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Sale Link Follow the host on Social MediaMandii B Instagram/X @fullcourtpumps Follow the crew on Social Media @itsaking @jaysonrodriguez @mrhiphopobama Follow the show on Social MediaInstagram @selectiveignorancepodTiktok @selective.ignoranceX/Twitter @selectiveig_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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To support our podcasts, go to https://www.givecentral.org/customizable-online-giving/1467/event/44043Holy Family is a vibrant Catholic parish located in Southwest Orlando, serving the communities of Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Isleworth, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Horizon West, and Metrowest. We're also just minutes away from Orlando's theme parks—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—and the Orlando Convention Center.
To support our podcasts, go to https://www.givecentral.org/customizable-online-giving/1467/event/44043Holy Family is a vibrant Catholic parish located in Southwest Orlando, serving the communities of Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Isleworth, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Horizon West, and Metrowest. We're also just minutes away from Orlando's theme parks—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—and the Orlando Convention Center.
To support our podcasts, go to https://www.givecentral.org/customizable-online-giving/1467/event/44043Holy Family is a vibrant Catholic parish located in Southwest Orlando, serving the communities of Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Isleworth, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Horizon West, and Metrowest. We're also just minutes away from Orlando's theme parks—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—and the Orlando Convention Center.
To support our podcasts, go to https://www.givecentral.org/customizable-online-giving/1467/event/44043Holy Family is a vibrant Catholic parish located in Southwest Orlando, serving the communities of Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Isleworth, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Horizon West, and Metrowest. We're also just minutes away from Orlando's theme parks—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—and the Orlando Convention Center.
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Today film critic Richard Lawson helps us take on the unwatchable franchise that followed from one of our most watchable classics. Steven Spielberg's JAWS is one of the most influential and enduring Hollywood blockbusters ever made, and its three sequels are... not. We take a look at what happened after Spielberg left: 1978's retread JAWS 2, 1983's Sea World-set JAWS 3-D, and 1987's bizarrely supernatural JAWS: THE REVENGE.You can find more from Richard at https://www.premiereparty.com/Unwatchables is hosted by Marc Dottavio and Seth Troyer, produced by Tony Scarpitti, featuring artwork by Micah Kraus. Unwatchables Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unwatchables Discord: https://discord.gg/grrgTjspZInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/unwatchablespod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/UnwatchablesPodWebsite: https://www.unwatchablespod.com Email: unwatchablespodcast@gmail.com
Six Flags has appointed Mark Pauls as Chief Operating Officer, an operator who worked alongside CEO John Reilly at both Palace Entertainment and SeaWorld. At Kennywood, Pauls converted Phantom Fright Nights into the hybrid Phantom Fall Fest and expanded Holiday Lights to 24 nights, adding the park's first January operating days. Reilly has board support for now, but not much time, and a partner with shared shorthand and a proven seasonal-events record saves years as they pivot back to the seasonal model. The hardest fight in expanding events is convincing your own operations staff, and that fight goes better with a COO who has run them.Meanwhile, Universal announced Universal Nights, an after-hours event at Epic Universe on two October Saturdays, with all five worlds open from 9 pm to midnight, character appearances, and unlimited specialty snacks for $179.99. We've advocated this model for a while, and this is clearly a test. Although the price is high, it should help validate the model. Finally, Meow Wolf and animation studio Titmouse announced a multi-year partnership covering original animated series built from Meow Wolf's story universe, as well as animation for the Los Angeles exhibition opening late this year. Three months into CEO Matthew Henick's tenure, the deal does exactly what he promised: screen content built outward from worlds that began as physical spaces, inverting the model on which Disney built an empire.Listen to weekly BONUS episodes on our Patreon.
It's summer, the sun's blazin' outside so Jef figured the boys were due for some swimming. After all, it must be safe to go back in the sea after all these years. So he grabbed the Forever Midnight crew, packed their dunk trunks and headed down to the swampy lagoons of Florida for some summer time snorkeling. Little did they know, lurking just beneath the depths was a pissed off monstrous killing machine!!! One by one members of the Sea World Aquatic Fun Park started biting it (figuratively and quite literally). With so much bravery, The FM3 sprung into action, gathered their harpoon guns and grenades and prepared to battle the massive beast known as "Jaws"!! It was a wild underwater battle and Jef, Josh and Brian almost lost their lives to the wild superimposed beast. Luckily they were ready for whatever this adventure had to offer and that ended up being a rather large shark explosion and a trail of dead Sea World employees. All in all it was one of the guys' better escapades. Then they headed home and watched "Jaws 3-D" and talked about it here, so come on, don't be afraid just dive in and listen!!
In this episode of the Vacationeers Theme Parks & More Podcast, Tom and Jon are talking all about water park All-Day Dining at Aquatica Orlando and Adventure Island.At Aquatica Orlando, Tom and Jon both used the All-Day Dining plan on the same day. The plan cost $44.99 per person and allowed them to get an entrée, side or dessert, and fountain drink every 90 minutes during park hours. They compare each meal stop side-by-side, including Waterstone Grill, Kookaburra Kitchen, Papa's Pizza, Walkabout Pizza, Mango Market, and more.Tom's estimated Aquatica food and drink total came to about $175.36, saving around $130.37 compared to the $44.99 plan price. Jon's estimated Aquatica total came to about $165.15, saving around $120.16. Combined, they estimate they received about $340.51 worth of food and drinks for $89.98 in dining plans, saving about $250.53.Then the discussion moves to Adventure Island, where Tom and Jon visited on separate days. Jon tried meals from Surfside Café, Mango Joe's, and Colossal Pizza, with a total menu value of $166.96 and savings of $116.97. Tom's Adventure Island visit included Surfside Café, Mango Joe's, Colossal Pizza, and Captain Pete's, with an estimated menu value of around $168 and savings of around $118.Along the way, they discuss food quality, value, menu confusion, portion sizes, best and worst picks, and which water park had the better All-Day Dining plan overall.So, is water park All-Day Dining actually worth it? Financially, yes. Emotionally? That depends how you feel about eating theme park food every 90 minutes like you're training for the Buffet Olympics.Thanks for watching and listening. So until the next podcast, vlog, or livestream, keep making memories.Links:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VacationeersPodcastWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/Podcast: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/vacationeers-theme-parks-more-podcast/X: https://x.com/VacationeerTomInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vacationeer_tom/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomMerch: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/merch/ThrillLedger:Track rides. Count memories.https://thrillledger.vacationeerspodcast.com/
Coaster Chronicles is back to kick off the new season of Coaster Cuzzies.Jeffrey Siebert joins us for this episode, but before we get into the full conversation, we catch up on a lot of what's been happening around the theme park world. We talk Universal Kids opening, Tormenta's delay and opening, Disney and SeaWorld experiences, and a few other things along the way.No Storytime this time, but we still had plenty to talk about.
To support our podcasts, go to https://www.givecentral.org/customizable-online-giving/1467/event/44043Holy Family is a vibrant Catholic parish located in Southwest Orlando, serving the communities of Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Isleworth, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Horizon West, and Metrowest. We're also just minutes away from Orlando's theme parks—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—and the Orlando Convention Center.
To support our podcasts, go to https://www.givecentral.org/customizable-online-giving/1467/event/44043Holy Family is a vibrant Catholic parish located in Southwest Orlando, serving the communities of Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Isleworth, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Horizon West, and Metrowest. We're also just minutes away from Orlando's theme parks—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—and the Orlando Convention Center.
To support our podcasts, go to https://www.givecentral.org/customizable-online-giving/1467/event/44043Holy Family is a vibrant Catholic parish located in Southwest Orlando, serving the communities of Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Isleworth, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Horizon West, and Metrowest. We're also just minutes away from Orlando's theme parks—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—and the Orlando Convention Center.
Text Us Here!A theme park can be two completely different things, and that's where we start swinging. One version is pure adrenaline: giant drops, brutal G-forces, and coasters that leave you wondering how your neck is still attached. The other version is story and atmosphere: parades, hidden details, and immersive design that's fun even when you skip the rides. We get into the argument with real nostalgia, real regrets, and the kind of late-night honesty that only shows up when everyone's tired and the jokes get dangerous.Before we hit the parks, we run through a rapid-fire stack of tangents that somehow still matter: Steam Machine pricing and why paying over a grand for a console PC hybrid feels nuts, the fear of early hardware failures, and what “entry-level PC” actually means in 2026 money. We also touch GTA 6 preorder chatter, then pull a Reddit roulette story that sounds messy until the twist lands and flips the whole room.Then we go deep on the theme park debate: Six Flags memories, Kings Island versus Cedar Point, and the line between a thrill park and a true theme park. Miss Meseeks brings the Disney World rundown with Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom, and the little details that make it feel like an experience instead of a lineup of rides, including the more subtle stuff like scent marketing and how food pricing changes the day. Of course we detour into SeaWorld weirdness, pitch our dream park concepts like Predator and TMNT, and close with a filmography showdown plus a wild orca fact you will not forget.If you laughed, cringed, or had a strong take at any point, subscribe, share this with your favorite park buddy, and leave us a review. What's your favorite theme park, and what franchise would you turn into a full park if you could?You have a limited offer you can use now, that gets you up to 48% off your first subscription or 20% off one time purchases with code: FMJPOD20 at checkout.You can claim it at: https://www.magicmind.com/FMJPOD20Magic MindA mental performance shot you soon won't forget! Make 2025 your year for the best version of you!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThanks For Listening! Subscribe for X-tra Lives!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1473904/subscribe
Greg Fitzsimmons is back and Jay teaches him about an old beef between Anthony Cumia and Bill Burr. Bob remembers how bodyguard Club Soda Kenny had to keep Cumia (his old boss) away from his new one, Burr. | Both Greg and Bobby are from Boston, so Jay plays them a clip of "Battle of Boston" which was New Edition trying to outshine The New Kids On The Block. | The topic of boat gigs leads to videos of rappers like Lil Bow Wow performing at Seaworld. | UFC Fighter Dustin Poirier gets kicked off an airplane and calms down when he is arrested. Go to Gregfitzsimmons.com for all his tour dates and FitzDog Radio is available anywhere you get your podcasts! *To hear the full show to go www.siriusxm.com/bonfire to learn more! FOLLOW THE CREW ON SOCIAL MEDIA: @thebonfiresxm @louisjohnson @christinemevans @bigjayoakerson @robertkellylive @louwitzkee @jjbwolf Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Bonfire ad-free and 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
To support our podcasts, go to https://www.givecentral.org/customizable-online-giving/1467/event/44043Holy Family is a vibrant Catholic parish located in Southwest Orlando, serving the communities of Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Isleworth, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Horizon West, and Metrowest. We're also just minutes away from Orlando's theme parks—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—and the Orlando Convention Center.
To support our podcasts, go to https://www.givecentral.org/customizable-online-giving/1467/event/44043Holy Family is a vibrant Catholic parish located in Southwest Orlando, serving the communities of Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Isleworth, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Horizon West, and Metrowest. We're also just minutes away from Orlando's theme parks—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—and the Orlando Convention Center.
To support our podcasts, go to https://www.givecentral.org/customizable-online-giving/1467/event/44043Holy Family is a vibrant Catholic parish located in Southwest Orlando, serving the communities of Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Isleworth, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Horizon West, and Metrowest. We're also just minutes away from Orlando's theme parks—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—and the Orlando Convention Center.
Recorded by D'mani Thomas for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on June 26, 2026. www.poets.org
*Timestamps are approximate* TIME TOPIC 0:00 Podcast intro with Dave & Chuck "The Freak"0:01 - - - AD MARKER - - -0:01 McDonald's brought back the fried apple pie0:09 The most ridiculous thing guys refuse to do because its "too girly"0:38 NEWS0:38 SYMPHONY OF DESTRUCTION0:38 Old lady crashed into a cafe0:41 Lady taking her dog to the groomer crashed into the building0:44 A note allegedly confirming the death of Nancy Gurthrie0:47 Shady fireworks stand goes up in flames0:49 Kids got stuck on amusement park ride for hours0:52 People waited in line to be the first in a new Buckee's1:01 - - - AD MARKER - - -1:01 NUT WEEK1:01 Dave tried a Reece's peanut butter cup for the first time1:14 CELEBRITY DIRT1:14 Messi set a record during the World Cup match1:16 The Scottish fans in Florida1:19 Tourists are gaining weight while visiting America1:21 Elmo controversy1:24 Clive Davis, music executive, passed away1:28 Madonna says why she does not want to get naked anymore1:31 Special screening of Jaw where it was filmed1:34 - - - AD MARKER - - -1:37 PERVERT OF THE DAY1:37 Bus driver supervisor caught on camera kissing and grinding1:42 Guy went into a campground vault toilet to retrieve his glasses2:01 Woman is accused of drugging a man and stealing his watches2:07 Delivery drivers driving right up on a customer's lawn2:11 A church overseer was caught peeping under bathroom stalls2:14 Car exploded because they used compressed air to clean it while smoking 2:17 A drone with a magnet disarmed a suspect2:20 IDIOT CRIMINAL OF THE DAY2:20 People put drugs in a bag that said "Definitely Not a Bag Full of Drugs"2:24 - - - AD MARKER - - -2:24 UNSOLVED MYSTERIES2:24 Update on the bodies that were found in an auctioned off home2:37 Teen bit by a gator in a river2:40 Shark stalked paddle boarders2:42 Snake in a toilet in Turkey2:44 Woman found something valuable in a storage unit2:46 JUNK FOOD ROUNDUP2:46 Crumbl employee warns customers about the amount of sugar in their products2:52 - - - AD MARKER - - -2:52 NEWS2:52 SUCKS TO BE OLD2:52 85-year-old found out that it was time to stop hiking2:55 A group of old hikers died while hiking at the Grand Canyon2:56 Guy fought off a bear to save his pet goat2:59 Bear was aggressively circling a person on a trail3:03 - - - AD MARKER - - -3:03 Kids on bikes zooming through stores3:06 Lady who worked at Sea World for 62 years3:12 - - - AD MARKER - - -3:12 A BRAZILIAN MINUTE3:12 Why a young kid faked their own kidnapping END OF SHOWSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Set sail for New Orleans Square in this episode of Sent from Disneyland as we explore two postcards connected to one of Disneyland's most beloved attractions: Pirates of the Caribbean. The first postcard, mailed in 1970, captures a panoramic view of New Orleans Square with the Pirates entrance, Royal Street storefronts, and the charming details that made the land feel like a living piece of old New Orleans. A note from a family vacationing across Southern California provides a glimpse into a classic road trip that included Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, the San Diego Zoo, and the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Inspired by a recent reading of X Atencio: The Legacy of an Artist, Imagineer and Disney Legend, the history segment takes a deep dive into the remarkable contributions of Disney Legend X Atencio. From writing and storyboarding Pirates of the Caribbean to creating the auction scene, helping shape the attraction's narrative structure, and co-writing "Yo Ho (A Pirate's Life for Me)" with George Bruns, X left an unforgettable mark on Disneyland history. Along the way, we revisit Walt Disney's famous advice about treating the attraction like a cocktail party—allowing guests to discover something new with every voyage. The second postcard, featuring Br'er Bear and Br'er Fox greeting guests in New Orleans Square in 1976, leads to another fascinating chapter of Pirates history: the creation of "No Dough Productions." This informal group of Disney employees and Imagineers provided voices for attractions, helping bring Pirates of the Caribbean to life while keeping production costs under control. We explore X Atencio's own voice contributions, including the iconic talking skull that welcomes guests into the attraction. To close the show, an incoming postcard arrives from London featuring a classic red Royal Mail post box near St. Paul's Cathedral. The beautiful artwork, international postage, and reflections on weather, postcards, and summer correspondence provide the perfect ending to an episode devoted to storytelling through both attractions and the mail. From Royal Street and pirate shanties to talking skulls and London post boxes, this episode celebrates the creativity, artistry, and history that continue to make Pirates of the Caribbean one of Disneyland's enduring treasures. Below are some of the regulars on Art Throw Down, Follow all of them on Instagram anyway for great art and postcards in your Instagram feed: Hipstadufus, luluvision, jlynch9923, greenmosspaper, georgemailsart, state_of_the_funyun, RussRomano2021
Welcome back to The Snack – a lighter serving of Girls Gotta Eat. This week, we're talking about: Knicks win and New York's generational summer begins Our custom ‘fits for Game 5 Summer House updates – West is out, Lindsay pops off on Threads World Cup visitors are warming our hearts and raving about American food (seriously) Which sport has the hottest athletes The Maternal Instinct documentary on Netflix Headlines: Jelly Roll files for divorce, Sea World San Diego's sexy summer concert series, UFC abomination on the White House lawn, Tyra Banks sues Netflix, Olivia Rodrigo's new album Follow us on Instagram @girlsgottaeatpodcast, Ashley @ashhess, and Rayna @rayna.greenberg. Visit girlsgottaeat.com for more. Thank you to our partners this week: Bloom: Get hot, hydrated and 20% off at https://bloomnu.com with code GGE. FP Movement: Shop their full line of activewear and workout gear at http://fpmovement.com/. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We imagine the excitement of heading to Florida to visit Walt Disney World, Universal, Sea World, beaches, sunshine and more. Our itineraries fill up quickly with things to do, and yet one of the most important ingredients in any vacation is where to stay. This is particularly true if you're planning on a total holiday vacation stay, or if you are being joined with other friends and family, or if you're looking for a truly unique experience in your accommodation. We visit with Danielle and Shane Peterson, who as Disney fans, have created some amazing vacation homes for families looking for a park-like experience when they come back at night from the parks. We'll look at their journey, how they got into the vacation rental arena, the huge marketplace here in Orlando, and the amazing “wow” creations the Danielle and Shane have developed. Here only the hallway separates you from the worlds of Star Wars, Harry Potter, Frozen, Beauty & the Beast and more. If you're thinking of doing an AirBNB type stay while visiting Central Florida, this podcast is for you. Moreover, I think you'll be touched by their story, and how very difficult circumstances led them to creating a work of love—together. Join us as we talk creating a magical place to stay with a little bit of faith, trust & pixie dust! To learn more about the homes Danielle and Shane have created, please visit www.magicaladventurehomes.com You can also join them on their Instagram page: @magical.adventure.homes. Know that you can use disneyinsights (all lowercase) as a discount code for helping you find the best discount possible! Be sure to check out my latest endeavor, Disneyland Insights: Inspiration, Ideas & Magic for You and Your Organization. __________________________________________________ Disney Insights YouTube Page--Check it out and subscribe. DisneyInsights.com--So many resources at our home site. Be sure to subscribe to receive notice of upcoming podcasts. My newest book, A Century of Powerful Disney Insights, Volume I 1923-1973, The Walt & Roy Disney Years is available! Also, check out my two of my other books, The Wonderful World of Customer Service at Disney and Disney, Leadership and You. Also, for those examining other business benchmarks beyond Disney, check out Lead with Your Customer: Transform Culture and Brand Into World-Class Excellence. _______________________________________________________ Check out Zanolla Travel to book your next vacation! David & Leah Zanolla ZanollaTravel.com Owner/Agents (309) 863-5469 _________________________________________________________ Performance Journeys This podcast and post is provided by J. Jeff Kober and Performance Journeys, which celebrates more than 20 years as a training and development group bringing best in business ideas through books, keynotes, workshops, seminars and online tools to help you take your organization to the next level. Want a Keynote Speaker? More than just nice stories, I offer proven insight and solutions having worked in the trench. Need Consulting? I've worked for decades across the public, private and non-profit arena. Need Support? We offer so many classroom, online, and other resources to help you improve your customer service delivery, leadership excellence, and employee engagement. Contact us today, and let us help you on your Performance Journey!