Where In The Park Podcast - Discovering the Details of your Favorite Theme Parks

Where In The Park Podcast - Discovering the Details of your Favorite Theme Parks

We're Kevin, Amanda, & Kim from Where In The Park! Join us each episode as we discuss the history, stories, and secrets behind the details of your favorite theme parks, from Disney to Universal Studios and beyond. 👉Become a WITP Explorer! Join the conversation in our free Facebook Group here! 👉Discover even more details with seek-&-find game packs from WhereInThePark.com! Use code PODCAST10 for 10% off your next adventure! 👉Meet the WITP Team! Check out the Events page to see where we will be next! 👉Prefer to read along instead of listening? Check out our Blog Page here, where you'll find posts on today's full episode, as well as individual pages about key details discussed! WhereInThePark.com/Podcast 👉Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive discounts throughout the year, be notified of new games, and stay up to date on all things WITP! 👉Follow us on social: Instagram Facebook TikTok YouTube Thanks so much for listening! Until next time, we'll see you somewhere in the park!

Episodes

August 1, 2025 17 mins

Ever strolled down Buena Vista Street and noticed a small set of golden mailboxes near the Five & Dime? Those tiny details tell big stories! In this episode of the Where In The Park Podcast, Amanda uncovers the history behind each mailbox and the names inscribed on them. We will then meet the live actors who call this place home, such as Officers Calvin and Clyde Blue, Phiphi Farouak Francis, and more.

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In the 3rd episode of our Hooray for Hollywood series, Kim wraps up the right side of Hollywood Boulevard at Universal Studios Florida with a deep dive into the final stretch of facades—including Ralphs Grocery, Café Montmartre, the iconic Pantages Theater, and Café La Bamba. Discover the Hollywood legends behind these buildings, the stories etched into their plaques, and how Universal has lovingly recreated them for guests to enjo...

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On July 17, 1955, Walt Disney didn’t just open Disneyland—he opened each land with a dedication filled with vision, hope, and heart. In this episode, we revisit the five original land dedications: Main Street, U.S.A., Adventureland, Frontierland, Fantasyland, and Tomorrowland.

We break down Walt’s words from opening day, explore how those sentiments still echo in the parks today, and share where we think the plaques should be, since...

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What do Jason Bourne, Max Factor, Marilyn Monroe, and Pretty Woman have in common? They’re all part of the architectural story told along Hollywood Blvd at Universal Studios Florida.

In Part 2 of our Hooray for Hollywood series, Amanda takes us through the next stretch of facades—from the Bourne Stuntacular and its futuristic roots to Max Factor’s glam legacy, a hotel fit for movie stars, and a towering tribute to golden-age of reta...

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Did you know there’s a full-size replica of Independence Hall just steps away from Knott’s Berry Farm? On this episode of the Where In The Park Podcast, we explore the fascinating story behind this patriotic passion project from Walter Knott—why he built it, how accurate it really is, and what makes it so unique. From the Liberty Bell replica to minute architectural details, we compare the Knott’s version with the original in Phila...

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Have you ever noticed the windows above Disneyland’s Main Street, U.S.A.? Tucked among the storefronts are tributes to the visionaries who helped build the parks we love. Join us as we explore the stories behind three of those names: Buzz Price, Marty Sklar, and Jack Lindquist. These men didn’t design castles—but they shaped everything behind the scenes: the land, the legacy, and the marketing magic that brought Disney dreams to li...

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In this episode, Kevin kicks off Part 1 of our walking tour of the Hollywood section at Universal Studios Florida. From a morning show cafe with network history to nightclubs that inspired I Love Lucy's Tropicana Club, each building holds a story waiting to be uncovered.

Join us as we explore the real-life inspirations behind the Today Cafe, Ciro’s, Mocambo, and the touching tribute of Maryanne’s Boutique. It’s more than just f...

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In this episode of the Where In The Park Podcast, we’re taking you on a deep dive into one of the most overlooked yet powerful pieces of Disney park storytelling: the dedication plaques. From Walt Disney’s iconic words at Disneyland to Roy O. Disney’s heartfelt tribute at Magic Kingdom, and on to the evolving dedications at EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, and Disney California Adventure, we explore how these plaq...

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Before the coasters and Ghost Town, Knott’s Berry Farm was a struggling farm with a berry stand, a fried chicken dinner, and a whole lot of creativity. Discover how the Knott family turned a patch of land in Buena Park into one of America's most iconic theme parks. 

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Discover the history behind Universal Studios Hollywood’s most iconic entrance details: the globe and the archway, the Alfred Hitchcock bust, and the Director’s Cut fountain. From film legends to artistic tributes—there’s more than meets the eye, and all within the first steps of this active movie studio!

 

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In our premiere episode, join Amanda, Kevin, and Kim as we explore where to find the components of our Where In The Park logo around the Disneyland Resort! Discover the history, stories, and hidden gems that make the parks so magical! 

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The Where In The Park Podcast is here to share details about theme parks from Disneyland to Universal Studios and beyond. We have traveled to parks throughout the United States, taking photos and making seek-and-find games for you to play. Now, with our podcast, we are sharing the stories about the details of the parks to continue spreading our joy of exploring all that these parks have to offer.

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