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Creative Director Dave Cobb talks to us about how this groundbreaking interactive dark ride was built in record time, where to find hidden things on the ride, technology behind the scoring system, and abandoned early concepts.Dave Cobb YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/davecobbDave Cobb Twitter: https://twitter.com/davecobbDave Cobb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DaveCobb/Ride Soundtrack Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQL83iqI8hMAlicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2t

We're digging deeper into rumors for the Splash Mountain re-do, Spaceship Earth update, and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind roller coaster. Plus, we touch on some recent news for Super Nintendo World and VelociCoaster.Super Nintendo World Footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWbDcnkAWFYVelociCoaster Trains & Testing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrY2Mp_7j0UUpdate on Upcoming Disney Projects: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xapQWA17vAQGuardians Spinning Coaster Trains: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7oFCwNSerMSplash Mountain Rumored Details: https://wdwthemeparks.com/rumor/splash-mountain-to-be-re-imagined-to-the-princess-and-the-frog/Alicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2t

We're catching up on the latest theme park news before digging into your listener questions, covering topics like Super Nintendo World, Epic Universe rumors, as well as some of our favorite must-do attractions and theories on what could be next for the parks.VelociCoaster Testing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6JvQD-ciCIBuena Vista Street Opening: https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2020/11/buena-vista-street-opens-nov-19-extending-downtown-disney-district-at-disneyland-resort/Guardians Coaster Photo: https://www.instagram.com/p/CHOdblNFN91/Porgtricia Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xobH39OzNJUAlicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2t

We're joined by Seth Porges, co-director of the Class Action Park documentary, to talk about the insane rides and dangerous acts at one of America's first water parks, Action Park. From looping slides and other ill-advised creations, to fake insurance and in-house ambulances, you just can't make this stuff up!Class Action Park Official Site: https://www.classactionpark.com/Class Action Park on HBO Max: https://play.hbomax.com/feature/urn:hbo:feature:GX0P9SwLUP4vDIQEAAAAeClass Action Park Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqg48h_uKYMSeth Porges on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sethporgesAlicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/

Alicia and Ian are joined by director Matthew Serrano to talk about the short-lived Disneyland-based band, Halyx, and how the documentary came to be, as well as his Horizons documentary, Remain Seated Please.Live from the Space Stage: A Halyx Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0rDLvg-LfsRemain Seated Please: A Hoot and Chief Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rfh7A0lH1acMatthew's Twitter: https://twitter.com/matthewgserranoMatthew's Instagram: https://instagram.com/matthew_serranoAlicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/

We go over all the rumors for what haunted houses and scare zones we would've gotten had HHN not been cancelled for 2020. Plus, news on raptors being brought into the Velocicoaster, Beetlejuice in the Tribute Store and more!Halloween Horror Candle:  http://parkscents.com/parkstopHHN at Home Event Info:  https://twitter.com/OrlandoParkStop/status/1300450395190366213?s=20House Speculation Map 2020: https://twitter.com/HNNightmares/status/1290700552331034625?s=20Theme Park University Story: https://themeparkuniversity.com/universal/now-that-halloween-horror-nights-is-canceled-at-universal-orlando-whats-next/Alicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2t

The biggest news around the theme parks right now are how they've handled their reopening during this unprecedented time. Journalist Carlye Wisel joins Alicia and Ian to discuss the new safety measures around the parks, as well as nuanced issues related to the parks and how they're attempting to operate during a global health crisis.Carlye's Story: https://www.vox.com/the-goods/21346476/disney-world-reopening-magic-kingdom-covid-floridaAlicia's Article: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/feature/safety-precautions-at-orlando-theme-parks-universal-vs-disney/Alicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2t

Alicia and Ian are joined by Austin from Amusement Insider to go over rumors and details for the the new coaster being built at Universal Orlando, including every section of the track, scene by scene. We also talk about the new and improved Raptor Encounter and more.Amusement Insider: https://www.youtube.com/amusementinsiderJurassic Coaster POV Recreation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Ba8m8HRSTUBaby Raptor Photos: https://twitter.com/OrlandoInformer/status/1267842978325938183?s=20Aerial Photographs: https://twitter.com/bioreconstructAlicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2t

Alicia and Ian are back with a new episode devoted to Universal's Epic Universe. We talk about the announced delays, possible changes to the lineup, and what we've learned through site plans for each area of the park since it was first announced last year.Overall Speculation Map: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/new-permits-reveal-full-layout-for-epic-universe/Epic Universe Delayed: https://www.orlandosentinel.com/coronavirus/jobs-economy/os-bz-universal-coronavirus-earnings-20200430-wrnz6ysqdrhsrbnx7ccehbpmxm-story.htmlMayor Demings Quote: https://twitter.com/AshleyLCarter1/status/1255884749308137475?s=20Donkey Kong Mine Cart Testing: https://www.reddit.com/r/rollercoasters/comments/cktkng/went_out_to_petersen_inc_and_saw_the_new/Alicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AliciaStellaSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2tPark Stop Shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/theme-park-stop

This special Bonus Episode episode is all about the world famous Jungle Cruise at Magic Kingdom. Alicia and Ian read the entire spiel, including every alternate joke, and we go over some history of the ride, and Alicia talks about what it was like working behind the scenes at the ride in 1999. Prepare to groan. Prepare to... laugh? And prepare to hear Alicia absolutely lose it at a random joke in the middle.Jungle Cruise Music:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CrWb03MbWps Alicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AliciaStellaSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2tPark Stop Shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/theme-park-stop

Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway has officially opened at Disney's Hollywood Studios, so we're discussing what opening day was like and Alicia's thoughts on the ride, plus some fun facts and hidden things about the new attraction. Ride spoilers start at 9:30 so you can listen to the first part for a non-spoiler review. (And we may have snuck in a little Bourne Stuntacular update in there too.)Runaway Railway POV Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ETk0D3ze2fYMarc Davis Runaway Train Pics: https://twitter.com/cwknight/status/1236054302377930752?s=12Great Movie Ride Easter Eggs: https://blogmickey.com/2020/03/great-movie-ride-easter-eggs-in-mickey-and-minnies-runaway-railway-including-a-sound-effectAlicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AliciaStellaSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2tPark Stop Shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/theme-park-stop

We go over all of the newly released details for Super Nintendo World, as well as some of the rumored interactive elements. We discuss the Power Up Band and how it will allow you to interact within the land, plus what types of mini-games and achievements we might expect to find and our speculation on what this interactivity might cost you to participate.Official Press Release: https://www.usj.co.jp/company/company_e/2020/0114.htmlMusic Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rrHGKXrgaMoEvent Footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_hXeF_OLM0Additional Details: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/super-nintendo-world-details-revealed-for-interactive-power-up-band-separating-fact-from-fiction/Alicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AliciaStellaSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2tPark Stop Shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/theme-park-stop

In our third Disney+ discussion we are joined once again by Adam, AKA MovieGuy365, and Peter Tedone of Disney Magic Hour Podcast, to give our overall thoughts on The Mandalorian season one. We also discuss our favorite moments from the last four episodes, our predictions for season two, and even go into what we think the future might hold for Star Wars in general, both on the small and big screen.Somehow we managed to not include any spoilers for Rise of Skywalker, (but we do express some of our feelings on the new film as compared to other Star Wars media in general). Enjoy!Related LinksDisney Magic Hour Podcast: http://www.lastgenpodcast.com/disney-magic-hourMovieGuy365 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEmp4AT8a9gIKg851w3XsiwET Scent Candles and More:  http://etscent.com/parkstopAlicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AliciaStellaSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2tPark Stop Shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/theme-park-stop

Peter Tedone of Disney Magic Hour Podcast joins us to talk all about the grand opening day for Rise of the Resistance! We discuss our experiences arriving early, reserving Boarding Passes, and what we thought of the attraction itself. We'll give a spoiler warning before we start talking about the ride itself, but if you don't mind hearing about it, we go over everything on the ride including how some of the special effects are accomplished. Enjoy!Request Your Free Vacation Quote: http://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=300896&u=1729513&m=32351Boarding Pass Info and FAQ:  https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/rise-of-the-resistance-virtual-line-boarding-pass-frequently-asked-questions/Full Ride-Through POV Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lopIkryGjKsDisney Magic Hour:  http://www.lastgenpodcast.com/disney-magic-hour Alicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AliciaStellaSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2tPark Stop Shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/theme-park-stop

In our second Disney+ discussion we are joined again by Adam, AKA MovieGuy365, to talk about all of the episodes of the original series so far, including Forky Asks A Question, The Imagineering Story, The World According to Jeff Goldblum, and of course, The Mandalorian. And don’t worry, we will warn you before we get into Mandalorian spoilers. This is the way. Check Adam OutDisney Magic Hour Podcast: http://www.lastgenpodcast.com/disney-magic-hourMovieGuy365 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEmp4AT8a9gIKg851w3Xsiw Related LinksTravel Agent Special Link: http://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=300896&u=1729513&m=32351 Alicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaIan Twitter: https://twitter.com/OfficialTADBSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AliciaStellaSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2tPark Stop Shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/theme-park-stop

The IAAPA Expo 2019 brought new technology announcements, roller coaster cars were unveiled, and more—and, for the first time ever, Park Stop was in attendance. We go over some of the unique aspects of this massive event, including new ride tech, animatronics, so much VR, and more. Plus, we discuss a panel where the Imagineers behind Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge explained their reasoning behind some of the controversial decisions for the new land. And, we talk about new official concept art and a press release for Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan.Request Your Free Vacation Quote: http://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=300896&u=1729513&m=32351USJ Nintendo World Press Release: https://www.usj.co.jp/company/company_e/2019/1121.htmlHigh Quality Nintendo World Concept Art: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/new-concept-art-for-super-nintendo-world-shows-the-most-detail-yet/SharkStop Nintendo World Game Changers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eUi7cZquTtcSWO & BGT Coaster Trains Revealed: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/two-trains-revealed-for-upcoming-central-florida-roller-coasters-at-iaapa-expo/ Alicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaIan Twitter: https://twitter.com/OfficialTADBSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AliciaStellaSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2tPark Stop Shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/theme-park-stop

We're joined by Adam, AKA MovieGuy365 on YouTube, to talk about everything Disney+! We give our first impressions of the new streaming service, including various aspects of the service itself like user interface, video quality, and more. Plus, we review the first episodes of the original series and movies that debuted with the service. If you're attempting to avoid Mandalorian first episode spoilers, don't worry because we'll give you a warning before they start near the end. Check Adam OutDisney Magic Hour Podcast: http://www.lastgenpodcast.com/disney-magic-hourMovieGuy365 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEmp4AT8a9gIKg851w3Xsiw Related LinksMickey Treats Candle 4-Pack & More: http://etscent.com/parkstop Alicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaIan Twitter: https://twitter.com/OfficialTADBSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AliciaStellaSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2tPark Stop Shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/theme-park-stop

Here is our part two to episode 17, with all of your listener questions. We answer 50 questions with engaging topics including some related to Epic Universe news, our favorite attractions, what we would build where next, why Fear Factor Live is still alive and so, so, so much more!Alicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaIan Twitter: https://twitter.com/OfficialTADBSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AliciaStellaSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2tPark Stop Shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/theme-park-stop

It's official! The replacement for the Terminator show will in fact really actually be a Jason Bourne stunt show, and we have all the rumored details, speculation, and collective groaning about it! From what we expect to see during the show to whether or not we're going to like it, here's our complete Bourne Stuntacular breakdown. Plus, we talk a little about the news that Epic Universe could be opening in 2023.Epic Universe Opening 2023: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/comcast-confirms-2023-opening-for-universals-epic-universe/Bourne Accidental Announcement: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/the-bourne-stuntacular-show-coming-to-universal-studios-florida-spring-2020/Bourne Officially Announced: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/universal-officially-announces-the-bourne-stuntacular-coming-to-universal-studios-florida/TAIT Examples Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qT6C0vxlK24Action Horizons Stunts Waterworld: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjLWykQOnbkDynamic Attractions Moving Theater: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kyf8LATX0UoAlicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaIan Twitter: https://twitter.com/OfficialTADBSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AliciaStellaSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2tPark Stop Shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/theme-park-stop

Alicia gives her Halloween Horror Nights 2019 review, including house highlights and RIP Tour details for Orlando. We also discuss the two new roller coasters coming to SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay for 2020, as well as some rumor news for the Jurassic Coaster and more. The Lost Bros Shirts: https://lostbrostradingco.com Ice Breaker Unofficial Animation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m538ofDyjXI Iron Gwazi Unofficial Animation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URt5bLyILcM Iron Gwazi My Hardhat Tour Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVUzsom3MlY Alicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStella Ian Twitter: https://twitter.com/OfficialTADB Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AliciaStella Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2t Park Stop Shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/theme-park-stop