ParkStop Podcast 75: Epic Universe First Impressions

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!Related LinksWDW 5th Gate Approved: https://blogmickey.com/2025/06/walt-disney-world-fifth-theme-park-approved/'Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay'Naynay X: https://x.com/Naynay3655 Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

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!Related LinksMinistry 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/watch?v=CAtG5oWoCVYOpening Ceremony Permits: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/epic-universe-grand-opening-permit-shows-drones-pyro-today-show-operations-and-celebrities/ Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

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.Related LinksOn-Ride Photo: https://wdwnt.com/2025/04/harry-potter-and-the-battle-at-the-ministry-on-ride-photo-available-as-daily-prophet-souvenir/'Naynay Insta: 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

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!Related LinksOfficial Concept Art: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/universal-studios-great-britain-theme-park-officially-confirmed-with-concept-art/Official Press Release: https://corporate.comcast.com/press/releases/comcast-nbcuniversal-announces-intent-universal-theme-park-and-resort-united-kingdomOfficial Plans Details: https://universalukproject.co.ukBBC News Rumors Article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9344k7k95vo Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

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.Related LinksPossible Zelda Nods: https://attractionsmagazine.com/legend-of-zelda-universal-epic-universe-rumor/  Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

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!Related LinksEpic Food Complete Guide: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/epic-universe-food-previewed-for-all-five-worlds-and-helios-grand-hotel/Epic Food Preview Official: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/theme-parks/epic-universe/diningChronos Spinning: https://x.com/ParkTwister/status/1889183289094611221Windmill Fire Daytime: https://x.com/hhn_jacob/status/1889795285519335923 Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

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.Related LinksMuppets Dates Official Announcement: https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/monsters-inc-the-muppets-hollywood-studios/Muppets Work Walls Timeline: https://blogmickey.com/2025/01/first-construction-walls-muppets-courtyard-end-march/Rumors for Universal Studios UK: https://www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/is-bedfords-universal-theme-park-about-to-be-given-the-green-light/Epic Nighttime Aerial Footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VX1M_gb-L0Epic Burning Blade Fire Test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fvH-QoSj2j4Epic Aerial Photos X: https://x.com/bioreconstructEpic Aerial Photos Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bioreconstruct.bsky.social 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 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.Related LinksDisneyland 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.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

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!Related LinksUnofficial Guide Universal Orlando: https://theugseries.com/UniversalOrlando2025 Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

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 LinksUnofficial Guide Universal Orlando: https://theugseries.com/UniversalOrlando2025Parks Blog Announcement: https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/monsters-inc-the-muppets-hollywood-studios/Henson Studios Comment: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCuATojNbDN/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Muppet*Vision 2D by Martin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzCSBkAi7xM Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop