The Theme Park Podcast

On this weeks episode the guys discuss the mini Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios, featuring two haunted houses and trick or treating! Then Scott talks about his trip to SeaWorld and their Halloween plans this year, a new ticket for Florida residents, and Halloween cavalcades at Disney. Plus Jimmy talks about how you can help some theme park employees affected by furloughs and layoffs....

On this weeks episode of The Theme Park Podcast, the guys discuss the cancellation of Christmas events at Walt Disney World this holiday season! But in the good news it looks as though there could be some sort of Halloween Horror Nights this year! Then they discuss Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens, massive discounts for merchandise, and updates on rides under construction. See omnystudio.com/listene...

On today's episode of The Theme Park Podcast, the guys discuss the passing of Chadwick Boseman and talk if they should build a Wakanda at Animal Kingdom. Then they discuss Scotts "park hopping" trip to Universal Studios and the Magic Kingdom and the new desserts he tried. In the news passholder discounts for hotels, the shortened hours at Disney, and Mulan coming to Disney+! See omnystudio.com/lis...

On this weeks episode of The Theme Park Podcast the guys discuss the plans for Disney to keep the Park Reservation System in place for the future, what it means for annual pass holders, and if has helped keep the attendance down. Then in the news they discuss the Osprey that is still at the Velocicoaster, new foods Disney will have for the Halloween season, and then plans for SeaWorld to be open l...

Just because the calendar says August doesn't mean its not too early to start planning for Halloween! On this weeks episode the guys talk about the newest additions to the Halloween Horror Nights tribute store, SeaWorlds plans to do their Spooktacular, Busch Gardens carrying on with Hall-O-Scream, and the newest entry The Haunted Road. Then they discuss tot discusses at Universal, the crowds at th...

On this weeks episode of The Theme Park Podcast, Scott and Jimmy D give a run-through on all the latest theme park news. They discuss ride closures at Universal Orlando, foods that they've tried at Epcot, nature fighting back and causing rides to close down. Plus they speculate on the future of Epic Universe and if some ideas could be moved over to Universal Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

On a special episode of the show the guys are live from Universal Studios Orlando! They discuss what they've experienced throughout the day including trips on Hagrid, trying new foods, and utilizing mobile ordering. Then they talk about the newly announced ticket deals for Florida residents as well as special items for Annual Passholders! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this weeks episode, the guys talk about the indefinite pause on the construction for Epic Universe, the revenue downswing that Universal Orlando suffered in the second quarter, and wonder what the future of the newest theme park project will be. Then Scott tries to help be positive and talk about cake pops and macaroni at Epcot. Plus they give some advice on the Park Reservation System. See omn...

On this weeks episode of the podcast, the guys talk about the cancellation of Halloween Horror Nights for 2020. Then they talk about the closure of rides over at Disney, new rule changes for wearing a mask and eating/drinking in the parks, and then Jimmy talks about big purchases he was allowed to make. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this weeks episode of the podcast the long wait is over and Disney is back open! Jimmy and Scott talk about their experiences going to Magic Kingdom, Epcot, and Disney's Hollywood! They discuss the new safety measures put into place, what the wait times have been like, and things that they've purchased. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This weekend the Magic Kingdom reopened after a 4 month closure due to the coronavirus pandemic, so what is the experience like? Scott talks with Marc Daniels about his day at the park, the new safety measures that were put in place, and what its like so be at Disney with such a reduced crowd. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After months of closure the reopening of Walt Disney World is finally here! The guys talk about the reopening of the Magic Kingdom, discuss how the previews have been as well as touching on the safety protocols put into place, and then comment on the still yet to be announced roller coasters at Islands of Adventure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this weeks episode of the podcast the guys talk about celebrating Independence Day at the parks (well in the past) and talk about how busy those nights can be. Then they talk about the hasty reservation system process for a passholder preview at Disney, a computer glitch charges people monthly payments, and make guesses as to how busy the parks will be when they reopen. See omnystudio.com/liste...

On this weeks episode of The Theme Park Podcast, Dickerman and Scott discuss the Disney Park Pass Reservations implementation and how simple it was for Scott to make a reservation. Then they talk about Splash Mountain getting re-themed for Princess and the Frog, the construction delay facing the TRON Lightcycle Coaster, and the spikes in coronavirus cases in Florida. Then they make a plea for ever...

In a special bonus episode of the podcast, the guys talk about the 10th anniversary for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando! They discuss how the land came to be after a bidding war between Universal and Disney, the level of detail that went to its creation, and their favorite parts about visiting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this weeks episode of The Theme Park Podcast the guys discuss all the details of the reopening of Walt Disney World! They talk about the newly implemented theme park reservation system, the cancellation of the Halloween party, and the extension of Food & Wine! Then in a bonus episode, they guys celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Orlando! S...

On this weeks episode of The Theme Park Podcast, Dickerman and Scott discuss the reopening of SeaWorld! They talk about the safety implementations they are putting in, then the talk how the reopening of Universal Studios has gone one week in. Spoiler alert: you can do almost every ride! Then they discuss the latest news about the reopening for Walt Disney World, as more and more details are trickl...

Today marks the 30th anniversary of Universal Studios Florida! On a special edition of The Theme Park Podcast the guys talk about the history of the park, their earliest memories of going, and other fun facts about the park that put you in the movies! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this weeks extended edition of The Theme Park Podcast, the guys discuss the reopening of Universal Studios! They talk about the new safety measures in place as well as how they think this will work for the rest of the summer when the crowds get bigger. Then they talk about the history of Universal Studios as it celebrates its 30TH ANNIVERSARY! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

On this weeks episode of The Theme Park Podcast, we now know when the parks will be reopening! The guys talk about the Walt Disney World plan for reopening, which includes cancelling all existing FastPass reservations and a new reservation system. They discuss the how Universal Studios is handling their soft openings for pass holders. Then the voice of UCF Marc Daniels joins the guys to talk about...

On this weeks episode of The Theme Park Podcast, the guys talk about the announced reopening for Universal Orlando Resorts! They discuss the new precautions put in place for team member and guest safety. Then Jimmy and Scott talk about their trips to Disney Springs and CityWalk. Plus they wonder how busy it'll be once all the area parks have reopened. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

On this weeks episode of The Theme Park Podcast the guys talk about the show reopening of the area parks, well CityWalk and in just a few days Disney Springs will join in. They talk about the safety implementations Shanghai Disney as that park reopened with a greatly reduced capacity. Plus they continue to make their guesses as to when the parks will finally make their return, and Scott has a theo...

On this weeks episode of The Theme Park Podcast, the guys talk about the latest with the shutdown parks including the phased reopening at Disney Springs. They discuss what procedures Shanghai Disney is planning as they are set to open in a few days albeit with new healthy and safety implementations. Then they talk SeaWorlds plans after their CEO gave a shareholder call and how they'll make changes...

On this weeks episode of The Theme Park Podcast, the guys discuss the recently announced plans to reopen the theme parks after COVID-19 shut them down in mid-March. They discuss what guests can except once the announcement is made and when they think the gates will be open. Then they take to trying to build their own Halloween Horror Nights with this year being the 30th anniversary of the event. P...

On this weeks episode of The Theme Park Podcast, Scott and Jimmy talk about what the theme parks might be like whenever they reopen from the coronavirus shutdown. Reduction in attendance, temperature checks at the gates, and mandatory masks could become the norm until things go back to the way they were. Then Scott runs through 5 Jurassic Park rides at Universal Studios that were planned but never...