The Theme Park Podcast

On this weeks episode it is just a two man show as Jimmy D decided to not invite Scott and Dickerman a cruise... The guys run through the news of a Jason Bourne stunt show coming to Universal Studios, the Disney Skyliner is back up to speed, and foods at Galaxy's Edge now have more traditional descriptions. Then they talk about some interesting stories including items stolen from the parks and tak...

On this weeks episode of the show the guys talk about their experiences at Universal Studios Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights! What are the houses that are must see, how scary are the scare zones, and what kind of special foods can you expect. The guys talk about how much fun it was being transported into the world of Ghostbusters and Stranger Things. Scott confesses that he got scared multiple t...

On this weeks episode of the show the guys get a jumpstart on the Halloween festivities! Dickerman talks about his trip to Hall-O-Scream at Busch Gardens and checking out A Petrified Forest over the weekend. The Mouse announces that they have raised prices at the food stands all over the Walt Disney World Resort, amid fan pressure PhotoPass photographers have returned with Magician Mickey, OH AND...

On this episode of the show we've got a special guest in the studio, Jeff Jones from The Animatronicans joins us to talk about their theme park based show! If you've ever wondered what happened to retired animatronic characters from the parks then this show is for you. Then Jeff talks about getting to experience a backstage tour of The Haunted Mansion. In the news the guys talk about getting a cha...

On this weeks episode the guys run through all of the construction happening at the parks, Epcot has an entrance surrounded with construction walls while SeaWorld continues work on their new roller coaster. Then they discuss the upcoming artist to perform at Food and Wine, Scott tries to go to see Kingdom Hearts characters at Oogie Boogies Bash, and the Iron Man gets a ride in Paris! Plus Dickerma...

Not one but TWO new roller coasters are coming to Florida as both SeaWorld and Busch Gardens announced their upcoming attractions. The guys talk about which one they are more excited for, then they try to figure out why attendance has been down at all of the parks. In the news the guys discuss the latest with Super Nintendo World including something sounding remarkably close to MagicBands, themed...

One week into the Galaxy's Edge era and the reviews are through the roof everyone loves traveling to Batuu, but weirdly there haven't been big crowds. On this weeks episode the guys talk about how they've had no issues getting into the newest land at Disney's Hollywood Studios, Jimmy talks about how he fulfilled a childhood dream getting to play the Chewbacca role in the Falcon, and Scott complain...

It was a journey that many would not have undertaken but the crew of The Theme Park Podcast decided to go to the grand opening of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, yes that meant starting the day at 2am. On this weeks episode they discuss what the experience was like, their impressions of being on Batuu, and some of the things they purchased. Then in the news they run through all the theme park related ne...

This week one member of The Theme Park Podcast, Scott Harris got the opportunity to take part in the Annual Passholder sneak preview of the highly anticipated Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge on this weeks show he talks to the guys about his first impressions of the new area. They discuss the important things: how is the blue milk, which seat is the best on the Millennium Falcon, and how are the Ronto Wra...

Filling in for Rauce on the Jim Colbert Show, Scott Harris got a chance to preview the opening of Star Wars Galaxy's Edge at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Scott runs through the upcoming rides and how patrons can enjoy both blue milk and green milk. Plus they discuss the new houses at Halloween Horror Nights. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On a special edition of The Theme Park Podcast the guys are coming to you live from Universal Studios! The guys run through the latest news for Halloween Horror Nights including more Rob Zombie content, a movie marathon lagoon show for your viewing pleasure, and they discuss some of the origins of event. Plus they run through what happens when you head in to Camp Jurassic (spoiler alert: you lose...

On this weeks episode Dickerman and Jimmy D talk about how everyone seems to get to experience Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge expect them. They read through peoples reviews of the the ride, food, and the Blue Milk. Dickerman discusses getting ready to stay at Animal Kingdom Lodge and his hopes of getting a giraffe to peak through his window. In the news Halloween Horror Nights adds another house, Jordan...

This week a massive news was announced when Universal Studios unveiled initial details about their newest theme park, Epic Universe. Although the announcement didn't have much along the line of what IP will be featured in the park that didn't stop the guys from putting on their speculation hats and guess what could be added. Then in the news they run through more Halloween events coming to Orlando...

On this weeks episode, one member of the show has the ability to attend the Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge passholder preview and the other two are very supportive. They talk about the return of Killer Klowns from Outer Space to Halloween Horror Nights, the latest holiday festivities that Disney has added for New Years Eve. In the news donuts get removed from the dining plan, Disneyland is getting a Spi...

Yes the thermometer says that it is in the dead of summer but we are merely weeks away from all of the Halloween festivities from beginning at the theme parks. Walt Disney World announced some new additions to Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party parade, Ghostbusters is heading to Halloween Horror Nights, and Hall-O-Scream has some primo deals on tickets. Then Jimmy talks about some of the new dr...

We finally have the opening date for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and it will be opening here ahead of the launch at Disneyland! In the news how can you score 'free dining' at Walt Disney World, the Disney Skyliner is getting closer to taking flight, and a Hagrid's ride gets a new working schedule. In the forecast the keyword is hot! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you ready to journey back to Hawkins? Stranger Things is returning to Halloween Horror Nights! The guys discuss whether or not this IP will be making more appearances at theme parks. Then they talk about all the different passes Universal Studios is offering for patrons to enjoy HHN. In the news the UP! A Great Bird Adventure gets re-tooled, the Disney Skyliner is closer to running, and Disney...

Fourth of July weekend is here! Looking for a place to spend Independence Day AND enjoy some world-class fireworks? The guys run through some of patriotic festivities going on at Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. Then in the news they discuss the newest Magic Band for a certain webslinger, a change to the FastPass tiers at Hollywood Studios, and then they pour one out for the Cool Club. In...

The menu for the 2019 Epcot International Food And Wine Festival has dropped and Jimmy and Scott run through some of the items they are looking forward to. In the news thievery has caused Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge to run low on sporks, get ready for Yeti's to invade Halloween Horror Nights, and some rumors get squashed with weird press releases involving the Tiki Room. Then the guys discuss the wil...

On the latest show Jimmy D and Dickerman talk about their experience at Disney Villains After Hours at Magic Kingdom, which basically turns into them talking about all the desserts they ate and which characters they saw. Then Jimmy tells the guys about the new summer events at Typhoon Lagoon. In the news Scott discusses all the new Annual Passholder offerings throughout the summer. Oh then Dickerm...

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 momentou...

More changes are coming to Epcot but this one has nothing to do with attractions or areas going away, a new country is coming to the World Showcase. The guys react to the news that Brazil will be joining the fold in 2022. Then they discuss the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland and run through the list items being sold at the Black Spire Outpost and the commemorative gift card, err...

Cue the conspiracy theory music cause we've got some rumors flowing during today's show. According to some reports The Land and Nemo and Friends could be on the chopping block at Epcot. Then the guys talk about water rides, water parks, the way parks used to be back in the day. In the news roundup Dickerman complains about trying to buy a new MagicBand, anti pool hopping rules coming for DVC membe...

On a very special edition of the show the guys broadcast live from MegaCon Orlando 2019! Jimmy D and Scott talk about their Photo Op experiences throughout the weekend. We learn why Doc Brown enjoyed the Back To The Future Ride at Universal Studios Orlando. Dickerman discusses how he got lost so many times trying to find the rest of the show. Then they end up talking about all the cool cosplayers...

On the show this week the guys discuss the news that Stormtroopers will be used to escort guests that overstay their time at Galaxy's Edge, which by the way is pretty awesome. Then they run through the list of acts coming to this years Eat to the Beat Concert Series at Epcot's Food and Wine Festival. And then they talk about the newest deal for Universal Studios tickets, a Forky themed MagicBand,...