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2022/02/09
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2025/09/12
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30 min.
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Welcome to the official podcast of Universal Destinations and Experiences. This podcast offers tips, recommendations, and favorite ways to experience Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood to help you plan your next vacation to the parks. You'll hear insider insights from special guests, sneak peeks of exclusive experiences, and stories behind your favorite attractions, including all new things coming to the parks. You'll also hear episodes for Halloween Horror Nights and more. Get ready to Discover Universal!

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“Our Goriest House EVER” – Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood
2025/09/12
Get the scoop on what’s coming to Halloween Horror Nights 2025 at Universal Studios Hollywood. This episode includes deep-dives on Terrifier, Monstruos 3: The Ghosts of Latin America, Scarecrow: Music by Slash and Chainsaw Man: The Chaos. Hosted by John Murdy, Creative Director and Executive Producer of HHN, this podcast features special guests who helped create this year’s event. Watch as they reveal behind-the-scenes details you won’t want to miss.   CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 0:59 Terrifier 11:27 Monstruos 3: The Ghosts of Latin America 18:25 Scarecrow: Music by Slash 21:50 Chainsaw Man: The Chaos 24:36 Outro   -----   Event Dates: Select Nights September 4 – Nov. 2, 2025 Dates are subject to availability, changes and/or cancellation without notice. Separately Ticketed Event Purchase Tickets here: https://www.universalstudioshollywood... WARNING: WHAT YOU ARE ABOUT TO HEAR MAY BE DISTURBING FOR SOME LISTENERS. DISCRETION IS ADVISED. EVENT MAY BE TOO INTENSE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN AND IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 13. COSTUMES SUBJECT TO COSTUME POLICY. NO COSTUME MASKS ALLOWED. Halloween Horror Nights is a separately ticketed event. Event occurs rain or shine. No rain checks, returns or refunds. Prices, dates, times, attractions, entertainment, and/or experience details are subject to availability, changes and/or cancellation without notice. Park, attractions, entertainment or access to event may be restricted or unavailable due to capacity/closures/other factors and benefits are subject to change without notice. Parking not provided. Additional restrictions may apply. Terrifier™, Art The Clown™, Sienna Shaw™ and The Little Pale Girl™ are trademarks of Art the Clown, LLC. Used by Permission. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2025 Universal Studios. All rights reserved. ©Tatsuki Fujimoto/SHUEISHA, MAPPA. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2025 Universal Studios. All rights reserved.  Must be 21 years and older with valid Photo identification to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages. #HorrorNights #HHN Connect with us: HHN Orlando: https://www.universalorlando.com/hhn/... HHN Hollywood: https://www.universalstudioshollywood... Get the inside scoop: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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“We Built REAL Animatronics” – Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood
2025/09/05
Get the scoop on what’s coming to Halloween Horror Nights 2025 at Universal Studios Hollywood. This episode includes deep-dives on Five Nights at Freddy’s, WWE Presents: The Horrors of the Wyatt Sicks, Terror Tram: Enter the Blumhouse and The Purge: Dangerous Waters. Hosted by John Murdy, Creative Director and Executive Producer of HHN, this podcast features special guests who helped create this year’s event. Watch as they reveal behind-the-scenes details you won’t want to miss.   CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 1:01 Five Nights at Freddy’s 6:38 WWE Presents: The Horrors of the Wyatt Sicks 12:08 Terror Tram: Enter the Blumhouse 18:34 The Purge: Dangerous Waters 20:54 Outro   -----   Event Dates: Select Nights September 4 – Nov. 2, 2025 Dates are subject to availability, changes and/or cancellation without notice. Separately Ticketed Event Purchase Tickets here: https://www.universalstudioshollywood... WARNING: WHAT YOU ARE ABOUT TO HEAR MAY BE DISTURBING FOR SOME LISTENERS. DISCRETION IS ADVISED. EVENT MAY BE TOO INTENSE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN AND IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 13. COSTUMES SUBJECT TO COSTUME POLICY. NO COSTUME MASKS ALLOWED. Halloween Horror Nights is a separately ticketed event. Event occurs rain or shine. No rain checks, returns or refunds. Prices, dates, times, attractions, entertainment, and/or experience details are subject to availability, changes and/or cancellation without notice. Park, attractions, entertainment or access to event may be restricted or unavailable due to capacity/closures/other factors and benefits are subject to change without notice. Parking not provided. Additional restrictions may apply. © S. Cawthon; Scott Cawthon Productions, LLC and Universal City Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved. TM & © 2025 WWE. All Rights Reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2025 Universal Studios. All rights reserved.  Must be 21 years and older with valid Photo identification to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages. #HorrorNights #HHN Connect with us: HHN Orlando: https://www.universalorlando.com/hhn/... HHN Hollywood: https://www.universalstudioshollywood... Get the inside scoop: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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“Our BIGGEST Sets This Year” – Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood
2025/08/30
Get the scoop on what’s coming to Halloween Horror Nights 2025 at Universal Studios Hollywood. This episode includes deep-dives on Fallout, Poltergeist, and Jason Universe, along with four scare zones. Hosted by John Murdy, Creative Director and Executive Producer of HHN, this podcast features special guests who helped create this year’s event. Watch as they reveal behind-the-scenes details you won’t want to miss.   CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 1:14 Jason Universe 8:54 Fallout 17:37 Poltergeist 21:48 Scare Zones 26:18 Outro   -----   Event Dates: Select Nights September 4 – Nov. 2, 2025 Dates are subject to availability, changes and/or cancellation without notice. Separately Ticketed Event Purchase Tickets here: https://www.universalstudioshollywood... WARNING: WHAT YOU ARE ABOUT TO HEAR MAY BE DISTURBING FOR SOME LISTENERS. DISCRETION IS ADVISED. EVENT MAY BE TOO INTENSE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN AND IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 13. COSTUMES SUBJECT TO COSTUME POLICY. NO COSTUME MASKS ALLOWED. Halloween Horror Nights is a separately ticketed event. Event occurs rain or shine. No rain checks, returns or refunds. Prices, dates, times, attractions, entertainment, and/or experience details are subject to availability, changes and/or cancellation without notice. Park, attractions, entertainment or access to event may be restricted or unavailable due to capacity/closures/other factors and benefits are subject to change without notice. Parking not provided. Additional restrictions may apply. ©/™ 2025 ZeniMax © 2025 Amazon Content Services LLC. JASON UNIVERSE TM & Mask © Horror. Inc., used under license. POLTERGEIST is a trademark of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. © 2018 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2025 Universal Studios. All rights reserved. Must be 21 years and older with valid Photo identification to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages. #HorrorNights #HHN Connect with us: HHN Orlando: https://www.universalorlando.com/hhn/... HHN Hollywood: https://www.universalstudioshollywood... Get the inside scoop: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.     See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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All the Exclusive 2025 Details – Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort
2025/08/29
HOSTS: Brian Cassie   GUESTS: Lora Sauls – Assistant Director, Entertainment Matt Flood – Sr. Show Director, Entertainment Ramon Paradoa – Show Director, Entertainment Charles Gray – Sr. Show Director, Entertainment Kelly Malik – Show Director, Entertainment Jason Horne – Assistant Director, Entertainment   EPISODE OVERVIEW: Join hosts Cassie and Brian as they speak with the team behind the Halloween Horror Nights screams at Universal Orlando Resort in 2025 and discuss all the exclusive details – including the following...   🧟 10 terrifying haunted houses: Five Nights at Freddy’s Terrifier Fallout Jason Universe WWE Presents: The Horrors of Wyatt Sicks El Artista: A Spanish Haunting Hatchet and Chains: Demon Bounty Hunters Dolls: Let’s Play Dead Grave of Flesh Gálkn: Monsters of the North   🎃 Immersive scare zones and street atmosphere: The Origins of Horror Masquerade: Dance with Death The Cat Lady of Crooked Lane Mutations: Toxic Twenties Mel’s Die-In: Zombies Club Horror   👻 All-new shows: Nightmare Fuel: Circus of Decay Haunt-O-Phonic: A Ghoulish Journey   CHAPTERS: 00:00:00 Introduction  00:03:47 Intellectual property houses  00:17:49 Original content houses  00:32:08 Scare zones and street atmosphere  00:44:43 Live shows  00:51:40 Would You Rather?  00:56:19 Hype meter  01:02:42 Where to buy tickets   YOU’LL DISCOVER: 👀 What to expect in each house and scare zone. 👍 Superlatives straight from HHN’s most deliciously twisted minds. 😧 A surprising game of Would You Rather? featuring elements from this year’s event.   🎧 Enjoying the show? Leave us a review!   👻 Follow us for more: Instagram: @horrornightsorl | X: @HorrorNightsORL | YouTube: @HalloweenHorrorNights   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The Story of Mutations: Toxic Twenties | Echoes from the Fog
2025/08/28
NARRATED BY: Tom Murphy Kelly Malik   EPISODE OVERVIEW: Echoes from the Fog is finally here to spill all the lore behind 2025’s most anticipated haunted houses and scare zones! Listen as the team behind Halloween Horror Nights shares the terrifying tale of Mutations: Toxic Twenties.   WARNING what you are about to hear may be disturbing for some listeners. Discretion is advised.   In a bustling 1920s neighborhood, a BuzzCon truck with radioactive cargo crashes into a mobster getaway car sending the city into toxic pandemonium. It mutates everyone in its path, including you.   REASONS TO LISTEN: 👀 The return of BuzzCon! 👀 Who put radioactive sludge in my heist? 👀 Admit it – you love a period piece   Separately Ticketed Event.   HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS WARNING: Event may be too intense for young children and is not recommended for children under the age of 13. No costumes or costume masks allowed. Halloween Horror Nights is a separately ticketed event. Event occurs rain or shine. No rain checks, returns or refunds. Prices, dates, times, attractions, entertainment, and/or experience details are subject to availability, changes and/or cancellation without notice.   READ ABOUT EVERYTHING COMING TO HHN 2025: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/events/halloween-horror-nights-universal-orlando-resort-2025/   🎧 Enjoying the show? Leave us a review!   👻Follow us for more HHN horror: Instagram: @HorrorNightsORL | X: @HorrorNightsORL | YouTube: @HalloweenHorrorNights   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The Story of Grave of Flesh at Halloween Horror Nights | Echoes from the Fog
2025/08/27
NARRATED BY: Tom Murphy Art Pipok Kelly Malik Ramon Paradoa   EPISODE OVERVIEW: Echoes from the Fog is finally here to spill all the lore behind 2025’s most anticipated haunted houses and scare zones! Listen as the team behind Halloween Horror Nights shares the terrifying tale of Grave of Flesh.   WARNING what you are about to hear may be disturbing for some listeners. Discretion is advised.   Welcome to your funeral, where things are about to go from bad to worse. You’ll enter your grave and then pass through the gates of the underworld, where flesh-eaters who feed on the dead will be waiting for you. Get lost in their cavernous underground world. An endless gauntlet of flesh-eating creatures will hunt you mercilessly for all eternity.   REASONS TO LISTEN: 👀 A new cursed town gets added to HHN lore 👀 Engage your taphophobia 👀 You weren’t too attached to your flesh anyway?   Separately Ticketed Event.   HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS WARNING: Event may be too intense for young children and is not recommended for children under the age of 13. No costumes or costume masks allowed. Halloween Horror Nights is a separately ticketed event. Event occurs rain or shine. No rain checks, returns or refunds. Prices, dates, times, attractions, entertainment, and/or experience details are subject to availability, changes and/or cancellation without notice.   READ ABOUT EVERYTHING COMING TO HHN 2025: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/events/halloween-horror-nights-universal-orlando-resort-2025/   🎧 Enjoying the show? Leave us a review!   👻Follow us for more HHN horror: Instagram: @HorrorNightsORL | X: @HorrorNightsORL | YouTube: @HalloweenHorrorNights See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The Story of The Cat Lady of Crooked Lane at Halloween Horror Nights | Echoes from the Fog
2025/08/26
NARRATED BY: Rick Tetu   EPISODE OVERVIEW: Echoes from the Fog is finally here to spill all the lore behind 2025’s most anticipated haunted houses and scare zones! Listen as the team behind Halloween Horror Nights shares the terrifying tale of The Cat Lacy of Crooked Lane. Travel down a spooky, winding path to a mysterious home, where trick-or-treaters are transformed into feral felines. Be careful or you’ll be next.   WARNING what you are about to hear may be disturbing for some listeners. Discretion is advised.   REASONS TO LISTEN: 👀 A children’s tale turns deliciously twisted 👀 Classic Halloween vibes 👀 Appease the cat in your life   Separately Ticketed Event.   HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS WARNING: Event may be too intense for young children and is not recommended for children under the age of 13. No costumes or costume masks allowed. Halloween Horror Nights is a separately ticketed event. Event occurs rain or shine. No rain checks, returns or refunds. Prices, dates, times, attractions, entertainment, and/or experience details are subject to availability, changes and/or cancellation without notice.   READ ABOUT EVERYTHING COMING TO HHN 2025: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/events/halloween-horror-nights-universal-orlando-resort-2025/   🎧 Enjoying the show? Leave us a review!   👻Follow us for more HHN horror: Instagram: @HorrorNightsORL | X: @HorrorNightsORL | YouTube: @HalloweenHorrorNights   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The Story of El Artista: A Spanish Haunting at Halloween Horror Nights | Echoes from the Fog
2025/08/25
NARRATED BY: Angie Sardina Edwin Rosario Ramon Paradoa   EPISODE OVERVIEW: Echoes from the Fog is finally here to spill all the lore behind 2025’s most anticipated haunted houses and scare zones! Listen as the team behind Halloween Horror Nights shares the terrifying tale of El Artista: A Spanish Haunting. WARNING what you are about to hear may be disturbing for some listeners. Discretion is advised. In 19th-century Spain, a tortured artist moves to an isolated country manor to seek inspiration. Instead, as he wanders the ghostly hallways and haunted conservatory, malevolent spirits break into our realm through his paintings. He tries to resist, but the art comes to life and possesses him. Now, you’re about to be part of the permanent exhibition. REASONS TO LISTEN: 👀 Gothic horror vibes 👀 We all like to consider ourselves tortured artists 👀 This story pulls you in just like La Casa Creación pulls in our protagonist   Separately Ticketed Event. HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS WARNING: Event may be too intense for young children and is not recommended for children under the age of 13. No costumes or costume masks allowed. Halloween Horror Nights is a separately ticketed event. Event occurs rain or shine. No rain checks, returns or refunds. Prices, dates, times, attractions, entertainment, and/or experience details are subject to availability, changes and/or cancellation without notice.   READ ABOUT EVERYTHING COMING TO HHN 2025: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/events/halloween-horror-nights-universal-orlando-resort-2025/   🎧 Enjoying the show? Leave us a review!   👻Follow us for more HHN horror: Instagram: @HorrorNightsORL | X: @HorrorNightsORL | YouTube: @HalloweenHorrorNights   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Everything You Need to Know About Universal Horror Unleashed
2025/07/21
Universal heard your screams through the fog and is bringing a year-round horror destination, Universal Horror Unleashed. Watch or listen in to hear from Cassie and Brian about the new thrills and iconic scares that will be coming soon to the entertainment capital of the world—Las Vegas. You will find Universal Horror Unleashed within the electric AREA15 entertainment complex. This brand-new horror experience will immerse you in the terrifying worlds of Universal’s Classic Monsters, Blumhouse’s Exorcist: The Believer, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and Scarecrow the Reaping. Enter the evils of four haunted houses surrounded by four fully themed, immersive, live-entertainment areas and unique food and beverage experiences in select areas.  Let us know what haunted house you're most excited about! Will the Discover Universal Team see you in the Vegas fog?   Additional content: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/behind-the-scenes/unmasking-the-story-of-universal-horror-unleashed/ https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/podcasts/horror-fan-teases-universal-horror-unleashed/ Links:   Blog: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/   Universal Orlando Resort: https://www.universalparks.com/en/us   Universal Parks and Resorts: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/171Njmi4nH/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: https://twitter.com/HorrorUnleashedVegas   Instagram: www.instagram.com/horrorunleashedvegas?igsh=MXIyNng0bHhnNzJmMA== TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@universalhorrorunleashed Copyright & Trademark   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Dave Solo Reveals Details About Universal Horror Unleashed
2025/06/17
Discover Universal Podcast: Horror Fan Teases Universal Horror Unleashed Hosts: Brian & Cassie Special Guests: Dave Solo (Horror Unleashed Correspondent)   🔮Episode Overview:  Get ready horror fans! Today we’re unleashing something big. Brian and Cassie team up with Universal horror expert Dave Solo to dive into Universal Horror Unleashed, the all-new year-round scare experience coming to Las Vegas! Dave shares his passion for horror, teases the fully immersive world, and reveals why this haunting thrill will test your every sense from the chilling houses to killer food and drinks. Whether you're a seasoned scare fanatic or a first timer, this episode will have you ready to run into the fog and keep coming back for more.   🎟️ Get Your Tickets Here!   🔗 Follow for More Fun: Website: Universal Horror Unleashed Instagram: @Universal_Horror_Unleashed X: @UnleashedVegas YouTube: @UniversalHorrorUnleashed See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Unlocking New Magic with Second-Generation Interactive Wands
2025/05/05
Hosts: Brian & Cassie  Special Guests: Conor Triplett (Associate Producer, Universal Creative) Jordan Balvitsch (Global Product Marketing, Universal Destinations & Experiences) Hannah Pogue (Interactive Designer, Universal Creative) Britt Zebelckes (Associate Producer, Universal Creative)   🔮 Episode Overview:  Experience The Wizarding World of Harry Potter like never before! Imagine being able to step into the wizarding world and cast spells like a real witch or wizard. Game-changer, right? That's what's happening with Universal’s Second Generation Interactive Wands, and we had an exclusive first look!   In this spellbinding episode, hosts Brian and Cassie take you behind the scenes of the Second Generation Interactive Wands with the creatives behind this new offering. Created to unlock even more magic during your Universal experience, these wands feature new spells, secret surprises, and personalized interactions — making every swish and flick an enchanting experience where the world really comes to life!    🌀 Chapters:  00:00 – 06:13: Introduction 06:14 – 21:56: Conor and Jordan Reveal Updates to the Immersive Wand Experience 21:57 – 30:58: Hannah and Britt Share New Features and Spells 30:59 – 34:50: Second Generation Interactive Wands and Universal Play in the Universal Orlando Resort App 34:51 – 37:35: New Wands Unboxing  37:36 – 41:50: Take 5 Quiz 41:57 – 44:20: Outro (Is Brian Crying?!)   🏰 What You’ll Discover:  🔹 Firsthand Experiences – Brian & Cassie share their exclusive look at the wands in action!  🔹 Where To Purchase– Purchase your new Second Generation Interactive Wand at any one of our Universal Orlando Resort Park locations. 🔹 Exclusive Interviews – Hear from the creative minds behind the wand experience on how this technology unlocks new magic.  🔹 The Universal Play App – Personalize your adventure, earn House Points, and unlock unique spells!  🔹 Patronus Charm & House Customization – Cast your Patronus. 🔹 Dueling Club & Knockturn Alley Secrets – Battle a Dueling Dummy, ward off Dementors, and banish the Dark Mark!    🎩 Standout Moments:  ✨ Brian has the best day ever in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter while casting spells! ✨ Michelle’s shocking Hogwarts House revelation — Hufflepuff or Slytherin?  ✨ The team unboxes the new wands and discusses which one chose them!    📌 Why You Can’t Miss This:  If you're a Harry Potter fan, a theme park lover, or just someone who dreams of casting real spells, this episode is pure magic! 🏰⚡  🎧 Enjoying the show? Leave us a review!  🌎 Follow us for more Universal magic:  Instagram: @UniversalOrlando | X: @UniversalOrl | YouTube: @UniversalOrlando  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Details About Food and Beverage Offerings Coming to Universal Epic Universe
2025/04/09
Hosts: Dylan & Cassie   Special Guests: Chef Jens Dahlmann (Vice President Executive Chef, Universal Epic Universe)    🔮 Episode Overview:  🎢 Get ready to savor the future of theme park dining! As we inch closer to the grand opening of Universal Epic Universe in 2025, hosts Dylan and Cassie sit down with Chef Jens Dahlmann, Vice President Executive Chef for Universal Epic Universe, for an exclusive deep dive into the mouthwatering food & beverage experiences coming your way.    🌀 Chapters:  00:00: Introduction 03:10: Chef Jens Tells Us About the Universal Food Program 07:07: Chef Jen Shares His Favorite Eats at Universal Epic Universe 17:05: Darkmoor Dishes and Dark Delights 21:31: Bites at Isle of Berk 26:18: Harry Potter and the New Butterbeer Crepe Taste Test! 35:20: Game Time: Food Controversies! 40:44: Take 5 Rewind    🔍 What You’ll Discover:  🔹 The inspiration & creativity behind the park’s next-level dining options 🔹 A sneak peek at quick-service & immersive table-service meals 🔹 How storytelling meets flavor in every bite 🔹 Dylan & Cassie taste-test exclusive dishes—get ready for some reactions! 🔹 The tech behind mobile ordering & how it’ll level up your experience    🎩 Standout Moments:  ✨ Dylan and Cassie take their first bite of the all-new Butterbeer Crepe—and let’s just say, their reactions are epic! ✨Chef Jens tells weighs in on the debate if a hotdog is a sandwich or not, what did he say!? ✨Chef Jens share that Epic Universe has globally inspired flavors from all over the world to create next level dining.   🌎 Get Hyped for Epic Universe:  Want to prep for the grand opening? Check out our Ultimate Watch List of movies & shows to get you ready: Prepare here!   🌌 Explore The Worlds of Epic Universe:   The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic  Super Nintendo World  Dark Universe  How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk  Celestial Park   🎟️ Plan Your Visit! Want to be among the first to experience Universal Epic Universe? Secure your tickets now! 🎟️  Get Your Universal Epic Universe Tickets Here!   🔗 Follow For More Fun: : 📝  Blog 🌍 Universal Orlando Resort 🎢 Universal Parks & Resorts 📲 Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Everything to Know about Entertainment Offerings at Epic Universe
2025/03/11
🎧Discover Universal Podcast – Everything to Know about Entertainment Offerings at Epic Universe 🎭✨   Hosts: Brian & Cassie Special Guest: Kathrynn DiGenova (Sr. Show Producer, Universal Creative)   🎭 Episode Overview: Get ready for an exclusive look at the 30+ incredible new entertainment offerings coming to Universal Epic Universe! In this episode of the Discover Universal Podcast, Brian and Cassie sit down with Kathrynn DiGenova, Senior Show Producer at Universal Creative, to give listeners an exclusive preview of these amazing new experiences. Learn about breathtaking live shows, meet-and-greets with iconic characters, and behind-the-scenes insights into the creative process of bringing these worlds to life. Don’t miss this sneak peek into the next level of entertainment at Universal Epic Universe! 🌌 Chapters: 00:00 – 01:34: Intro 01:35 – 06:55: Kathrynn Overviews Entertainment Offerings at Epic Universe 06:56 – 16:29: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic 16:30 – 17:30: SUPER NINTENDO WORLD 17:31 – 22:21: Dark Universe 22:22 – 29:09: How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk 29:10 – 32:27: Celestial Park 32:27 – 38:59: Guessing Game 39:00 – 40:20: Take 5 Rewind 40:20 – 41:12: Outro   📍 Related Links: 🌍 The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic 🎮 SUPER NINTENDO WORLD 🎭 Uncover The Mystery of Dark Universe  🐉 How to Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk  🌌 Discover Celestial Park  🎟️ Plan Your Visit: Get Your Universal Epic Universe Tickets    🎧 Enjoying the show? Leave us a review!    🌐 Follow us: Instagram: @UniversalOrlando | X: @UniversalOrl | YouTube: @UniversalOrlando See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Details Revealed About Super Nintendo World at Universal Epic Universe
2025/03/04
Join the Discover Universal Podcast team as we dive into the excitement surrounding SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, coming soon to Universal Epic Universe! Step into Super Mario Land and Donkey Kong Country and explore the vibrant, interactive worlds of Nintendo brought to Orlando. In this episode, we sit down with Susan Cummings, assistant director and executive producer, to uncover how Universal is transforming beloved Nintendo characters and iconic gameplay into an immersive real-world experience. From punching ? Blocks to meeting Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Toad, and Donkey Kong, discover what makes this land a must-visit destination. Don’t miss your chance to get a sneak peek at all the thrilling details waiting for you in this epic new land. Ready to grab a Power-Up Band and start your adventure? Additional content:    Details Revealed About SUPER NINTENDO WORLD at Universal Epic Universe: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/news/details-revealed-about-super-nintendo-world-at-universal-epic-universe/ Links:   SUPER NINTENDO WORLD https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/epic-universe/worlds/super-nintendo-world   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Details Revealed About How To Train Your Dragon Isle of Berk at Universal Epic Universe
2025/02/25
Join Dylan and Cassie as they sit down with Katy Pacitti, assistant director and executive producer, to dive into the creative process of bringing How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk from concept to reality at Universal Epic Universe. Don’t miss this exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how this dragon-filled world was brought to life! Time to unleash your inner Viking and get ready for adventure… Additional content: Details Revealed For How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Universal Epic Universe: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/news/details-revealed-about-how-to-train-your-dragon-isle-of-berk/ Links: How to Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/universal-studios-florida/lands/dreamworks-land Blog: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/ Universal Orlando Resort: https://www.universalparks.com/en/us Universal Parks and Resorts: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniversalOrlandoResort Twitter: https://twitter.com/UniversalORL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/universalorlando/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UniversalOrlando/featured Copyright & Trademark See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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JTWNSC 2025/09/29
Great review of Universal Parks
Great review of Universal Parks that ,while company sponsored, provides plenty of fun details. The highlights are podcasts giving the back stories on...
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LetTheMagicIdeasBegins 2025/08/13
My recommendation about future idea another Universal’s movie escape for California
So, for next idea to talk about future idea about Universal and Escape room company to build both Orange County like Santa Ana, Anaheim, and Univ...
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goldilocks25 2024/08/10
Loving it!!
Loving the behind-the-curtain details on Universal, and all of the hosts are amazing! I’m looking forward to future episodes, especially on anything r...
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madchad90 2025/07/02
Don't like new hosts
Original hosts seemed much more genuine when talking about the parks (since they were team members.) New hosts just feel very inauthentic
Sillyman11 2025/04/09
The game
I listen to podcast and I cannot understand what’s going on whenever you guys aren’t explaining what’s going on.
Ceej71 2024/10/29
Designed for video, not a podcast
I like the content and the hosts, and Universal’s embracing podcasts as a way to share details about what’s going on at the parks. However, the hosts ...
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Noelle.Victoire 2024/08/07
Rockstar Hosts
Loving season 2 so far! Cassie and Dylan are so fun to listen to. The show has made me so excited for HHN this year and I can’t wait to hear more abou...
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Gaby🤍M 2024/08/07
So entertaining!
I’m loving this podcast! It is so entertaining and the team really has a genuine enthusiasm that shines through in every episode, especially Cassie 🫶...
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Ally Golden 2024/08/07
Discover Universal is the BEST
Informational, funny, close to culture and knows its audience perfectly - Discover Universal keeps getting better and better. I look forward to tuning...
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micahtucker 2024/08/07
Show is great!
I was super excited when this show came back for season two! I love the new hosts! They bring great insight to the on going and upcoming attractions!
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