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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!Related LinksEpic 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/1850380900707745837'Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

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!Related LinksOpening Date Announcement Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PS3v1OC-mx8Official Information: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/theme-parks/epic-universeOfficial Blog Post: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/news/everything-we-know-about-universal-epic-universe-opening-date-tickets-more/  Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

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!Related Links'Naynay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay'Naynay Twitter: https://x.com/Naynay3655 Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

'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.Related LinksD23 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.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

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!Related LinksD23 Expo Full Breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G41b2j-YUB0D23 Expo Official Footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtAd3iKgSMI Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

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!Related LinksWizarding 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=uWfpqlCHbT8Patreon Podcast Dark Ride Rumors: https://www.patreon.com/posts/premium-podcast-95316467  Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

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.Related LinksJaalin Twitter: https://x.com/TCJaalinJaalin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tommorrowschildJaalin's Podcast: https://apfatbmd.buzzsprout.com/ Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

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 LinksDark Universe Announcement Details: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/epic-universe-news-update-dark-universe-details-ride-rumors-construction-progress/ Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

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 LinksEpic Universe Opening Early 2025: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ljt1BXPpb8 Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

It's finally happening! Alicia and 'Naynay are actually doing an episode all about news and rumors for Universal Studios Hollywood, including the Fast & Furious coaster, tram tour 60th anniversary, and future rumors.Related LinksTrevor Project Fundraiser: https://orlandoparkstop.com/charityHollywood Drift Visualization: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afq1M2Jssq0'Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

Alicia and Ian are joined by 'Naynay to discuss the Super Nintendo World full reveal for Epic Universe, as well as the summer announcements for Universal Studios Florida like DreamWorks Land opening, new parade, and lagoon show.Related LinksAnnouncement and Art: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/epic-universe-news-update-super-nintendo-world-details-dragons-arrive-and-new-construction/ Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

Alicia and 'Naynay run down all current Disney Parks rumors, but now with actual permits, proof, and details! We pick through all the latest rumors for Disneyland and Walt Disney World to see which ones we buy and which ones are just crazy enough to be true too.Related LinksTurbocharge Blog Post: https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/04/continuing-to-turbocharge-disney-experiences/‘Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

We share our thoughts on the full reveal for How to Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, including ride details, rumors, and speculation for interactive elements in all of Epic Universe!Related LinksAnnouncement and Art: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/epic-universe-news-update-how-to-train-your-dragon-isle-of-berk-official-details-revealed/  Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

We catch up on Universal Orlando news like DreamWorks Land details, all roller coasters testing at Epic Universe, and Skull Island losing 3D. Plus, early Halloween Horror Nights speculation!Related Links:Patreon Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/posts/premium-podcast-100395890HHN Spec Map: https://x.com/HNNightmares/status/1767604719302971425?s=20Donkey Kong Testing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBiQcC6wQAQStarfall Racers Testing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5o055aaChXEWerewolf Coaster Testing: https://x.com/CWatkinsWESH/status/1768352280862965922?s=20Dragons Coaster Testing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcOmRkuoiAoTrollercoaster Testing: https://x.com/bioreconstruct/status/1769505790769958931?s=20 Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

Alicia and 'Naynay are back for a second episode of ParkTalk! We are talking about Disney Parks news, but this time we're attempting to guess where the company will be spending those billions of dollars they promised to spend in the coming decade!Related Links:Disney Recommits to Investing Billions: https://blogmickey.com/2024/02/disney-recommits-to-investing-billions-at-walt-disney-world-despite-reedy-creek-changes/Disneyland Forward Meeting Scheduled: https://blogmickey.com/2024/02/disneylandforward-public-planning-commission-meeting-scheduled-for-february-26th/‘Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

We discuss our initial thoughts on all of the new Epic Universe official details, including some fun little Easter eggs and rumors, as well as predictions for future announcements!Related Links:Epic Universe Details: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/epic-universe-news-update-official-concept-art-names-announced-and-construction-progress/Epic Universe Shirt: https://shop.universalorlando.com/shop/epic-universe-logo-adult-t-shirtOfficial Blog Post: https://media.universalparksusa.com/press-releases/universal-orlando-resort-shares-first-official-look-and-details-about-its-highly-anticipated-new-theme-park-universal-epic-universe/Interactive Celestial Park Website: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/epic-universe/worlds/celestial-parkOfficial Video Presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4u83ncMjuECurse of the Werewolf Coaster Testing: https://x.com/P_T_S_342/status/1752764390057615692?s=20Dark Rides Premium Podcast Episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/premium-podcast-95316467New ParkTalk Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@ParkStopParkTalk Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

In this first episode of "ParkStop ParkTalk w/ Alicia & 'Naynay" we check in on recent Disney Parks news for both Disneyland and Walt Disney World, including our thoughts on Magic Key, Park Reservations, Country Bears, and more!This is a new podcast series from the Park Stop Podcast family of podcasts, and is not replacing the regular ParkStop Podcast. Look for these special podcasts between our regular show episodes, and presented in audio format only.Related Links:Gooping and Gagging with ‘Naynay: The PodcastAlicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStella‘Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

Our last show for 2023, we're answering your most frequently asked questions about Epic Universe. With official details expected to drop next year, now's our last chance to share more rumors!Related Links:Aerial Photographs: https://x.com/bioreconstruct Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

Alicia and Ian cover lots of Epic Universe news and new rumors, including what the park's first expansion may be! Plus, we dig into some news coming out of IAAPA Expo 2023.Related Links:Stella Nova Hotel Details: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/universal-stella-nova-resort-revealed-for-epic-universe-possibly-opening-january-2025/SpongeBob Ride Description: https://www.sallydarkrides.com/post/sally-dark-rides-prepares-to-take-guests-under-the-sea-with-worlds-first-spongebob-squarepants-dark-rideLegacy Panel Full Footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yn4lHieepy0Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

Back by unpopular demand, the PizzaRizzo Podcast Hour is back! Alicia is joined in the booth by Skye. We talk about their YouTube channel, recent Disney and Universal Parks news headlines, and PizzeRizzo desserts!Related Links:Skye's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEJibBQxW323g3pR5EEKEXQSkye's Twitter: https://twitter.com/SJLemmeSlye's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sjlemme/Alicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop