The Universal Family Podcast: Recent Episodes
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We are a family that loves all things Universal Orlando! We spend a lot of time together reminiscing about our favorite parts of Universal and debating what could make it better. From best bathroom to best ride queue, best team member uniform or best popcorn booth... we each have an opinion and hope you will enjoy listening to us debate, reminisce and ponder what makes Universal Orlando the REAL "Happiest Place On Earth."
Universal has new merch, a new ride patent, and Epic Universe construction just keeps progressing... so it's time for some news! Join us as we discuss what's hot off the presses at Universal.
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It's time for another "Watch and Ride!" In this episode, we watch one of our all-time favorite movies: Ghostbusters. Listen as we discuss this 1984 classic, then react to Universal Studios' Ghostbusters Spooktacular attraction. You can watch the second half of this episode on our YouTube channel which you can find at UFpodcast.com
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We completed Season 2 of our little Universal Family Podcast! In this episode, we present the second annual UFAs to award our favorite moments of the season. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us and find us on socials. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!----------------------This episode is brought to you by FDVglobal who has a team of attentive, knowledgeable and fun-loving agents to make sure your next vacation is the adventure you’ve been dreaming of. Visit FDVglobal.com to start planning your next adventure.
In this episode we go to the real home of Mardi Gras: New Orleans! We ate the food and compared it to Universal. We got a behind-the-scenes tour where Universal Mardi Gras floats are made! We also discuss the first houses announced for Halloween Horror Nights. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us and find us on socials. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!----------------------This episode is brought to you by FDVglobal who has a team of attentive, knowledgeable and fun-loving agents to make sure your next vacation is the adventure you’ve been dreaming of. Visit FDVglobal.com to start planning you next adventure.
Our little Islands of Adventure is turning 25, and we are here to celebrate! Listen as we reflect on how IOA has changed over the years since it was born on May 28, 1999. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us and find us on socials. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!----------------------This episode is brought to you by FDVglobal who has a team of attentive, knowledgeable and fun-loving agents to make sure your next vacation is the adventure you’ve been dreaming of. Visit FDVglobal.com to start planning you next adventure.
We made it to episode 100! Listen as we reminisce about how this whole thing started; then, we This-or-That 100 Universal things to come up with our favorite thing. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us and find us on socials. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!----------------------This episode is brought to you by FDVglobal who has a team of attentive, knowledgeable and fun-loving agents to make sure your next vacation is the adventure you’ve been dreaming of. Visit FDVglobal.com to start planning you next adventure.
We have so much news to discuss in this episode, with new stuff opening at Universal and reacting to the newest Epic Universe video. We also discuss which trip to take this year: Universal Orlando to see Dreamworks and the Movie Parade, or Hollywood to see everything!
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In this episode, we're joined by our friends The Hennings to finally review Universal’s Great Movie Escape: Jurassic World: Escape. This episode is FULL OF SPOILERS, so if you don't want spoilers only listen to the beginning and the end. :)
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Which Island is our collective favorite? Listen as we rank and discuss the vibe and theming of our favorite islands: Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure. We also react to Universal's new video of the upcoming Stella Nova and Terra Luna resorts.
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Join us as we play through new Universal movie-themed (virtual) pinball machines for Back to the Future, E.T, Jaws, and Jurassic Park, Pinball FX Universal Classics Pinball. We also talk through the new Stella Nova and Terra Luna promo video.
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This week we are joined by the one and only Vincent Vision to chat about the parks before playing a game of Universal Pyramid. Wachcaa!
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Universal Orlando has announced new details about How to Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk and we couldn't wait to talk about it. You can watch the second half of this episode on our YouTube channel which you can find at UFpodcast.com
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It's March which means it's time for The Universal Family's March Brackets 2024! This year we are seeing which Universal Orlando ride vehicle reigns supreme. You can play along by filling out your own bracket at ufpodcast.com
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We're on the road again, and there's no better way to enjoy our time together in the car than by discussing Universal Orlando, answering some listener questions, and playing a movie mashup game.
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In this week's episode we do our best to explain a few tips to become a top villain but mostly we discuss our love of Universal Studios latest interactive attraction Villain-Con Minion Blast.
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This week we visit Universal in a whole new way as we PLAY our way through the park with rides, pre-ride videos, snacks, character meetups, and more! It's just like a typical day at Universal except in this version, we can still visit Captain Jake's Amity Boat Tours and Dr. Brown's Institute of Time.
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Sure we spent a lot of time eating Mardi Gras food on our most recent trip to Universal Orlando (ep 88) but we also had fun doing what we do in the parks. Friends, rides, merch, old lady decapitation... hear it all in this trip recap.
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This week's episode is coming to you hot, fresh, and live from the parks as we eat our way around Universal Studios and sample 87% of the Mardi Gras food offerings. Hear our hot takes on this year's food through the sounds of us eating at our favorite place on Earth.
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We're sure you have all watched Universal Orlando's latest Epic Universe video a hundred times by now but this week we chime in and share all the feelings we get when reviewing the recent information on the theme park that gives us the full thrill of being alive.
It's that time of year again when we explore Universal Orlando's Mardi Gras food offerings and discuss what we want to try. (spoiler alert the answer is ALL OF IT!)-----------------------Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or find us on Facebook (UniversalFamilyPodcast) or on Instagram (UniversalFamPod) Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!-----------------------This episode is brought to you by FDVglobal who has a team of attentive, knowledgeable and fun loving agents to make sure your next vacation is the adventure you’ve been dreaming of. Visit FDVglobal.com to start planning you next adventure.
Put on your jean jacket, load up the 4x4, and pop in your Huey Lewis and the News tape because we're going back in time to watch the 1985 classic Back to the Future. Then were hopping back in the time machine and going to 1991 when the Back to the Future ride at Universal Orlando was a cutting-edge attraction.
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In episode 84 we're exploring our dream CAREER OPPORTUNITIES around the parks so we can start WORKIN' FOR A LIVIN.
We also discuss which 9 TO 5 isn't perfect for us as we find ourselves just WORKING FOR THE WEEKEND so we tell Universal they can TAKE THIS JOB AND SHOVE IT.
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This week we talk about rumors around the parks and things get a bit heated as the Cooper boys have conflicting opinions over one of the rumors. Lets hope their fight over rumors doesn't end the same way as Fleetwood Mac's fights over Rumours.
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We are back and live from the road. This week we're discussing some recent park news and pipe dreaming a bit, live from the Tesla. We also take a call from our friend Kevin as he regales us with his (wet?) and wild tale about his recent visit to Popeye & Bluto's Bilge-Rat Barges.
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Christmas is over. The presents are unwrapped. The beef Wellington and Yorkshire puddings have been eaten. So let's celebrate Boxing Day, UFP style.Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or find us on Facebook (UniversalFamilyPodcast) or on Instagram (UniversalFamPod) Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!
Christmas is almost here so we wrote a little song about what Universal gave to us. Wanna hear it? Here it goes. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or find us on Facebook (UniversalFamilyPodcast) or on Instagram (UniversalFamPod) Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!
We’re making a list and checking it twice to find out what is on our Universal naughty and nice list this year.Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or find us on Facebook (UniversalFamilyPodcast) or on Instagram (UniversalFamPod) Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!
In episode 78 we chat about a few recent topics around the parks before [verb] WRITING a [adjective] FUNNY holiday story about [place] UNIVERSAL ORLANDO, Mad Lib style.
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For episode 77 we discuss our first stay at Aventura, recap our most recent trip to the parks, and are joined by sister/aunt Jamie to help us regale tells of bratty kids, rides, dinners, and stroller life.
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In episode 76 we plan a Thanksgiving feast assuming we are stuck in the parks for the big meal (which has actually happened on a few Thanksgivings).
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Join us in episode 75 as Bryan and Laura take a surprise trip to the parks and down memory lane (without Tayan and Zene)
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How do you rank things that are each perfect? Well, in episode #74 we give it a shot as we take an audio journey around Islands of Adventure and rank the songs that make up the soundtrack of our happiness.
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In Episode #73 we catch up on some recent news in the parks, rant about the new popcorn buckets, and check in on Epic Universe. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or find us on Facebook (UniversalFamilyPodcast) or on Instagram (UniversalFamPod) Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!
In this latest installment from our "Watch and Ride" series, we revisit the 1988 Tim Burton classic Beetlejuice then discuss the now-deceased Universal Orlando's Beetlejuice Graveyard Revue. We also reveal Tayan and Zene's favorite Halloween costumes from the past and uncover some hard-core lore about how Beetlejuice must have died. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or find us on Facebook (UniversalFamilyPodcast) or on Instagram (UniversalFamPod) Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!
The first rule of UFP Debate Club is you don't talk about UFP Debate Club. The second rule is ignore the first rule and make an episode where we debate topics we might not even agree with. Have you ever tried to argue a ride is better than your #1 favorite ride? It's not as easy as it sounds, but we had fun doing it.
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It's time we let the topic of Halloween Horror Nights rest in peace so this week we are wrapping up our RIP tour recap with even more guests. Who else will stop by the studio? How many RIP tours can Michelle go on? Will Kevin ever take a break from HHN? How many pretzels can the Zavalas eat? What does it sound like when you eat freeze dried snickers? Does it really take 2 hours to talk about our RIP tour? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this weeks episode of the Universal Family Podcast.Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or find us on Facebook (UniversalFamilyPodcast) or on Instagram (UniversalFamPod) Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!
We finally get around to talk about the best part of our HHN trip. The RIP tour! This week (and next week) we are joined by some friend and fellow RIP goers to discuss our RIP tour and contemplate its worth.
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We took a break from HHN and spent some time recapping the NORMAL parts of our recent trip to Universal Orlando. In between Zene's rants, we discussed our first visit to Minions Café, our first ride on Villain-Con, an odd Dudley ride, and much much more.
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In this episode of the Universal Family we FINALY get around to ranking our the HHN houses. Which houses did we under hype and which houses did we over hype?
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We survived our first trip to Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights! In episode #66(6) we discuss our initial thoughts of HHN, "Boo Areas" (scare zones) and the food we sampled.
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In this episode we are joined by fellow Annual Passholder Madeline to explore the perks of being a Universal Orlando Annual Passholder during UOAP Appreciation Days (and throughout the year).
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After months of reading, studying spec maps and pestering HHN fans It's finally time for us to do our first ever HHN hype list. Are we excited to be scared? NO! (except for Zene) Are we nervous about the houses? YES! (except Tayan who will be watching them on youtube) Are we excited to go to HHN for the first time? ABSOLUTLY! (again except Tayan who cant make the trip).
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Our FIRST ever HHN trip is nearing and we have TONS of questions so we invited our friend, expert and "dubya O P" podcast extraordinaire Lee Mallaby to help us out.
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In episode 62 we check out some new merch we received in the mail, plan for a rainy day in the parks and get the inside scoop from our field reporter Madeline on all of the food and drinks she sampled at HHN Taste of Terror.
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We’ve powered up the flux capacitor with 1.21 gigawatts of nostalgia and are heading back to Universal Studios circa 1997 to see what has (and hasn't) changed.
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In episode 60 we catch up on several topics that have slipped by between other episodes, such as 1912 merch, Minion Blast, ET, HHN and more.
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Time, the ever flowing river. Come with us now to a time before Islands of Adventure where Spielberg ruled the silver screen and Hadrosaur Cove was unreachable. Welcome to our 3rd Watch & Ride episode. This time we explore Jurassic Park the movie and the ride.
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In this episode we help two young kids prepare for their first trip to the Wizarding World. Luckily we are joined by our Potter Expert Level 10 friend Kayla to help us out.
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In this episode we dip our toes into the unknown (to us) world of HHN speculations before checking out the progress taking place around Epic Universe. PLUS we break in to discuss the first info coming out of Villain-Con previews.
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In this episode we are joined by T.I.M. who helps us plan for fictional attractions we would like to see at Universal Orlando.
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In this episode we queue up a list of ride queues and place them into a tier list. If you’re into that kind of thing we suggest you queue up this episode.
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In this episode we have a special surprise guest as we talk about the new Minions Land. We also start wondering what HHN will be like, and share some recent news.
We celebrate our Paper Anniversary—1 year in the podcasting life—by presenting the first annual UFAs. Listen as we award our favorite moments of the year.
In episode 51 we continue our Top 50 countdown as we reveal our top 25 ranked attractions. What will come in at #1? What will be left out of the top 10? What GREAT attraction will get torpedoed by one Universal Family member sending another member into a rant?
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We celebrate our 50th episode by ranking all 50 Universal Orlando attractions. After the calculating, tallying, debating, screaming, and crying we have a complete* list of attractions ranked from worst to best according to The Universal Family.
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- all except the attractions Laura chose not to include so the list would be 50 attractions
** complete if you can forget about the arbitrarily excluded attractions Laura removed.
In episode #49 we take a cue from the Rocky Horror fan base and come up with a rider participation script for Dudley Do-right Ripsaw Falls.
So, come up to the raft.
And see what we can craft.
I see you shiver
with antici....... (say it!) pation.
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In this episode we are joined by fellow mourners to celebrate the life of Poseidon's Fury. Then the Universal Family Players give a proper send off to this classic attraction with a reenactment. Rest in peace Poseidon. The Universal Family will miss you.
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We are joined by our friends the Hennings to play a Universal Orlando themed version of the game Just One.
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In our second Watch and Ride episode we dig up the 1999 Brendon Frasier film The Mummy the explore the Universal Studios Orlando ride Revenge of the Mummy.
In this episode of the Universal Family we debunk the myth that Universal Orlando can be done in one day as we follow fictional parent Stacy on her family trip.But before that, the kids and Bryan react to the terrible news of Poseidon closing.Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or find us on Facebook (UniversalFamilyPodcast) or on Instagram (UniversalFamPod) Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!
In this episode of the Universal Family we catch up on some listener feedback, check out some news-ish info in the parks, and catch up on Epic Universe progress.Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or find us on Facebook (UniversalFamilyPodcast) or on Instagram (UniversalFamPod) Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!
In this episode we eat and march our way around Universal Studios as we sample Mardi Gras foods and our band marches in the morning Universal parade.
In this episode of the Universal Family we review our latest trip to Universal Orlando—a group trip with the marching band! We talk group planning logistics, and talk with Shane, who had never been to any major Orlando theme park before.
In this episode of the Universal Family we discuss Mardi Gras foods we’d like to try, create a contest opportunity for our listeners, and talk with Universal cookbook author Ashley Craft about her craft. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or find us on Facebook (UniversalFamilyPodcast) or on Instagram (UniversalFamPod) Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!
In this episode, the Universal Family “dives into” Reddit and presents our own ideas of opportunities Universal Orlando missed. And don’t miss our super hot takes as the first podcast to tell you what we really think about Universal’s brand new logos! Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or find us on Facebook (UniversalFamilyPodcast) or on Instagram (UniversalFamPod) Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!
In this episode of the Universal Family we create a March Bracket for team members’ ride uniform outfits. Listen to see which uniform grabs this year’s Universal Family March Brackets Title! Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or find us on Facebook (UniversalFamilyPodcast) or on Instagram (UniversalFamPod) Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!
In this episode of the Universal Family we are joined by our friends Kevin and Madeline to discuss Universal's Great Movie "Escape". Listen to find out who failed miserably and who is on a new career path as geneticists.
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In this episode we are joined by quiz master and UUOP's very own Lee Mallaby as he tests our wits with his Big Fat Universal Orlando Quiz (2022 edition). Who will reign supreme in this Universal Family epic showdown? Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or find us on Facebook (UniversalFamilyPodcast) or on Instagram (UniversalFamPod) Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!
Our recent trip recap continues as we welcome two of our new besties, Madeline and Kevin (the Kevmeister) to the Universal Family.
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We recently had an amazing trip to Universal in which were were joined by some amazing people. Luckily for you, they all agreed to join us to regale tales of our time together. In this episode we are joined by Chris (from the UUOP), Alexa, Nana Cooper, Poppy Cooper, Jamie and Pat (the boyfriend). This is part 1 of a 2 part episode.
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This is our first Watch and Ride episode in which we watch a movie represented by a ride at Universal Orlando then discuss both the movie and the ride. We couldn't think of a better way to launch this series than with one of our favorite movies, Jaws. The chances of you learning something new about Jaws in this episode are 100 to 1, 100 to 1. But I wana be sure, you wana be sure, we all wana be sure ok. So lets cut this episode open and see if the little Kittner boy spills out all over the dock.
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In this episode we announce the winner of the UFP 2023 Park Draft and discuss some Universal News.
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In this episode the Coopennings assemble for a game of Universal Outburst and a recent trip update. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show!
Happy New Year! The Universal Family is back in 2023 with some news and our first annual Universal Family Park Draft. After listening don't forgot to vote for your choice for the best drafted park. You can vote on Facebook, UFPodcast.com or on Spotify.
In this episode we make a bunch of new Universal friends, lose a few epic competitions, and the kids split up for an evening on their own. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show!
In this episode of The Universal Family we start to recap our recent trip to Universal Orlando Resort, including our stay at Cabana Bay, a review of Cowfish, the Holiday Tree Hunt, Today Show Cafe, the Mummy refresh, and more.
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Recorded live from our car. The Universal Family hits the road to Universal to see the parks for the Holidays and participate in the UUOP Weekender.
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NOTE: The audio for this recording did not work out as planned so please excuse the poor quality. We hope you enjoy it anyway.
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We're heading to our favorite place for some holiday fun, scavenger hunting, Nickelodeon bathrooms and to visit with some fellow UUOP fans.
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In this episode we discuss some of our favorite live shows (past and present) from the parks.
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In this episode we check in on some listener feedback, discuss some news/scuttlebutt and make up a game.
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n this episode we continue our conversations with Lee and Tracey Mallaby from the Unofficial Universal Orlando Podcast as they try to convince us why we should visit Halloween Horror Nights.
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In this episode we are joined by Universal podcasting legends, and the inspiration for our own podcast, Lee and Tracey Mallaby from the Unofficial Universal Orlando Podcast.
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In this episode our podcast turns 21 (weeks), so naturally we discuss bars and Universal horror. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show!
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In this episode we sit down with a pile of books and talk about all the hidden references in Seuss Landing—and news! Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show!
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In this Express Pass episode Bryan and Laura share and discuss listener feedback.
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In this episode of the Universal Family we reflect on taking little kids and BEING little kids at Universal Studios Orlando.
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In this episode of The Universal Family we play a our own version of the classic middle school game. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show!
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In this episode of The Universal Family we discuss how to plan for a stress-free, totally budgeted Universal Orlando Resort vacation. And also we criticize some Tik Tokkers for doing it all wrong. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show!
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In this episode of The Universal Family we discuss some recent park news, remise about Thriller and play a game of Password.
NOTE: No flies were harmed in the making of this podcast. (accept for the one Laura killed on Bryan's shoulder)
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In this episode of The Universal Family we are joined my aunt/sister/sister-in-law Jamie to discuss Universal Orlando and Universal Proper. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show!
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In this episode of The Universal Family we speculate and discuss future coasters of Epic Universe and try to figure out the "rules" to our kids "what are the odds" game. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show!
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In this episode we consider our least favorite rides and decide: Should they stay or should they go?
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In this episode of The Universal Family we celebrate our 11th episode by rating our top 11 attractions and talk about what makes a ride “scary.”
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In this episode of The Universal Family we discuss the look, smell and vibe of our favorite onsite hotel. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show!
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In this episode of The Universal Family we tell of our unique first visit to Islands of Adventure while the kids look on in awe and follow along in our vintage photo album. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show!
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In this episode of The Universal Family we celebrate the best bathrooms at Universal, remind you to thank your bathroom attendants, and divulge some Universal hot takes. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show!
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In this special Coopenning episode of The Universal Family we host our first guests to discuss our collective favorite things about our trips to Universal. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show!
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In this episode of The Universal Family we are astounded by the convenience of Volcano Bay to Cabana Bay, have fun with Tapu Tapu, and are amazed by Krakatau. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show!
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In this episode of The Universal Family we have a fun drive down to Universal, get emotional over the Universal bathroom scent, and geek out over the Tribute Store. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show! (you can see the room view we discuss in this episode at UFPodcast.com)
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In this episode of The Universal Family we get really excited about our upcoming trip, wax nostalgic about taking the long drive to Universal, and fear the Summer weather in Orlando. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show!
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In this episode of The Universal Family, we discover what we like most about CityWalk restaurants, chew on a juicy Universal court deposition, and pontificate on future Universal escape rooms. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show!
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In this episode of The Universal Family, we recap our recent trip to Universal Studios Orlando. We report on our favorite eats from that trip, get a little emotional about The Blues Brothers, relive a particularly horrifying Horror Makeup Show experience, and recap the harrowing drop of an iPhone in MIB. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us and see where to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show.
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In our first episode The Universal Family says hello to the world of podcasting and discusses Monsters Cafe closing, Confisco taking down Mythos and other Universal Orlando News. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us and see where to listen to The Universal Family Podcast. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to podcasts. We hope you enjoy the show.
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The Universal Family is a NEW podcast about our family's love for all things Universal Orlando. We spend a lot of time together reminiscing about our favorite parts of Universal and pondering what could make it better (like replacing Fast and Furious: Supercharged). From best bathroom to best ride queue, best team member uniform or best popcorn booth... we each have an opinion and hope you will enjoy listening to us debate, reminisce and ponder what makes Universal Orlando the REAL "Happiest Place On Earth."
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