ParkStop Podcast

Alicia and 'Naynay are here to talk about rumors for a 5th gate at Walt Disney World, but also a whole lot of things that are actually happening too! Muppets closed, rumors for Animation Courtyard, Rivers of America closing, and more!

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• WDW 5th Gate Approved: https://blogmickey.com/2025/06/walt-disney-world-fifth-theme-park-approved/

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Here's our best tips for your first visit to Epic Universe, and this discussion is spoiler-free! We talk about the best time of day to do which rides, dining tips, little known secrets, and more!

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• Ministry Ride Virtual Line Tips: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/virtual-line-tips-for-harry-potter-and-the-battle-at-the-ministry-at-epic-universe/
• Epic Universe First Vlog Update: https://www.youtube.com/w...

Alicia and 'Naynay have returned for another ParkTalk and we are not holding back! Here's our real thoughts on the Battle at the Ministry ride—along with the rest of Epic Universe—full spoilers included. Find out what we love about the park, what we don't love, and what we want to try next.

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• On-Ride Photo: https://wdwnt.com/2025/04/harry-potter-and-the-battle-at-the-ministry-on-ride-photo-available-as-daily-prophet-s...

Alicia, Ian, and 'Naynay have gathered to discuss the new official concept art for an upcoming Universal Studios branded theme park being developed for the UK, including our guesses and rumors for what rides and properties it may contain!

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• Official Concept Art: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/universal-studios-great-britain-theme-park-officially-confirmed-with-concept-art/
• Official Press Release: http...

Alicia and Ian share their first reactions, impressions, and thoughts on exploring Universal Epic Universe for the very first time in this special episode of the ParkStop Podcast.

Contains minor spoilers from inside the park, and some fun facts about the queues, but we try to keep away from revealing main ride content.

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• Possible Zelda Nods: https://attractionsmagazine.com/legend-of-zelda-universal-epic-universe-rumor/
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Epic Universe food announced and we are ready to dig in! We share what we can't wait to try, won't want to touch, and can't believe they're offering. It's a smorgasbord of food info and we're determined to munch through it all. Plus, some quick thoughts on the Universal Stella Nova Resort and its food offerings!

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• Epic Food Complete Guide: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/epic-universe-food-previewed-f...

We are hyped for Epic Universe since it's actually opening THIS YEAR! We're checking out the latest nighttime aerial views from Bioreconstruct, commenting on recent news, and sharing our thoughts on when we might see previews. Plus, our reaction to Muppets closing date news out of Walt Disney World.

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• Muppets Dates Official Announcement: https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/monsters-inc-the-muppets-hollywood-studios/
• Muppet...

Alicia and 'Naynay are back to talk about recent theme park news, PizzeRizzo Prom, and all the Disneyland 70 offerings, including Walt Disney – A Magical Life, debuting later this year.

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• Disneyland 70th News: https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/guide-to-the-70th-anniversary-at-disneyland-resort/

'Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay

Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social

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We're joined by Seth Kubersky to discuss IAAPA Expo 2024, the state of the themed amusement industry as we prepare for Epic Universe's opening, and The Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando 2025!

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• Unofficial Guide Universal Orlando: https://theugseries.com/UniversalOrlando2025

Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social

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We give our reaction to the news that the new Monsters Inc land coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios will in fact be replacing Muppets, plus our theories as to how the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster re-theme will go and the future to Muppet*Vision 3D.

Related Links

• Unofficial Guide Universal Orlando: https://theugseries.com/UniversalOrlando2025
• Parks Blog Announcement: https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/monsters-inc-the-muppets-hollywood-st...

We gab about how well (and not well) the ticket purchasing experience has been for Epic Universe so far, and 'Naynay is dishing on differences between California's and Florida's Bayou Adventure!

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• Epic Universe Ticketing Info: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/first-wave-of-epic-universe-tickets-on-sale-now-opens-may-22-2025/
• Tiana Ride Vehicle Flooding: https://x.com/thecalibae/status/185038090070774583...

We have the opening date for Epic Universe, and tickets are on sale this week! We discuss all the news surrounding these important announcements, including some of the fine print for ticket sales, one of the hotels being delayed, and more!

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• Opening Date Announcement Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PS3v1OC-mx8
• Official Information: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/theme-parks/epic-universe
• Official Blog...

Alicia and Ian are joined by 'Naynay to give our review for this year's Halloween Horror Nights event at Universal Orlando, including our thoughts on all 10 houses, 5 zones, the show and even some of the food and drinks, (plus our thoughts on the value for the Private RIP Tour). Includes spoilers for all houses!

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• 'Naynay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay
• 'Naynay Twitter: https://x.com/Naynay3655

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'Naynay and Alicia finally sit down to go over all of the D23 Expo new ride announcements, especially news for Disney California Adventure, like Avatar, Coco, and Avengers Campus.

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• D23 Disneyland Announcements: https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/icymi-disneyland-resort-d23-event-2024-recap/

'Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay

Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social

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We actually got a D23 Expo with exciting announcements for new rides coming to the parks—but will it all be overshadowed by the rumored location of one in particular? We share our thoughts on all the big news!

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• D23 Expo Full Breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G41b2j-YUB0
• D23 Expo Official Footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtAd3iKgSMI

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Alicia and Ian discuss official details for the final world to be revealed at Epic Universe, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, along with ride and park timeline rumors!

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• Wizarding World Details: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/epic-universe-news-update-wizarding-world-details-ride-information-and-land-rumors/
• Flying Dragon Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uWfpqlCHbT8
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We're joined by Jaalin Harvey to give our first impressions for Tiana's Bayou Adventure, now open at Walt Disney World. We compare it to what it replaced, discuss our favorite elements, and if it's possible to be positive about anything Disney does nowadays without causing a controversy.

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• Jaalin Twitter: https://x.com/TCJaalin
• Jaalin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tommorrowschild
• Jaalin's Podcast: https://apfatbm...

Alicia and Ian talk about their reaction to the big Dark Universe reveal for Epic Universe, as well as ride rumors, permit info for the area, and some breaking news!

Related Links

• Dark Universe Announcement Details: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/epic-universe-news-update-dark-universe-details-ride-rumors-construction-progress/

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Alicia and Ian discuss their thoughts on the new DreamWorks Land at Universal Studios Florida, including most importantly, the Shrekzel! Plus we gush about the Summer Tribute Store, report some recent news, and even sneak in some HHN rumors for good measure.

Related Links

• Epic Universe Opening Early 2025: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ljt1BXPpb8

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