"Unbuilt: An Unrealized Theme Park Podcast" is hosted by Ryan O'Reilly and Ryan Dorman as they explore attractions and rides that you have only heard existing on paper. Come aboard a journey that is only limited by your imagination! Brand new episodes every other Friday! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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A look at the history, attractions, events and culture of East Texas
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Coming soon: Take a deep dive into tourist attractions all around Texas. From big and small, costly and cheap, we'll take a look at how each of these places work and how to make the best of your visit. Join host Geo each month
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Luke Clayton has been an outdoors writer for almost four decades and his byline appears in many different outdoor publications. Luke also pens a weekly outdoors column that runs in 41 Texas newspapers. For the past 15 years, Luke has hosted his radio show, CATFISH RADIO with Luke Clayton and friends which currently airs on 32 terrestrial radio stations and now as a weekly podcast right here on your favorite podcast app! Larry Weishuhn, aka “Mr. Whitetail” has shared a segment of the show wit ...
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Exploring America one destination at a time! Family travel reviews, tips, and tricks to make you're adventures unforgettable.
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Campfire Talk with Luke & Larry, Michaela Hill and Night Hunting Gear, and Michelle Wohlberg Talk Saskatchewan Outdoors
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Luke and Larry Weishuhn ( www.larryweishuhn.net ) kicks things off with Campfire Talk, these two old friends have been visiting with everyone each week on their Campfire Talk segment for 16 years now. Next comes Michaela Hill with Outdoor Legacy ( www.outdoorlegacygear.com ). Michaela is the office manager for this great company that sells all type…
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What's that? You've never heard of this? Well this is an Unbuilt EXCLUSIVE about a ride slated to replace Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin at Mickey's Toontown based on the 2017 DuckTales reboot! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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Send us a text We're the Essary family and we're exploring America one destination at a time. On this episode of TravelEssary 'Small Town Events in America', we explore various small town events across America, highlighting the distinct and vibrant ways these communities bring people together. We discuss how to find these events through local resou…
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Luke and Larry Talk Knives and Hunting, Paul Moore with Deer Attractants, Dustin Vickrey Visits About Choctaw Hunting Lodge, & Jacob Hanson with an Arkansas Trout Destination
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Luke and Larry Weishuhn www.larryweishuhn.net begin the show with a discussion on hunting knives and a smorgasbord of interesting hunting talk. Next comes Paul Moore with Vineyard Max www.vineyardmax.net with an interesting discussion of how grape skins have been turned into a very effective deer attractant. Then along comes Mr. Dusty Vickrey, mana…
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Welcome landlubbers, today we explore the time that Disney bought a boat and a plane and sought to use that into a plot to take over an entire California city, that was also likely part of an extortion plot to convince the city of Anaheim to do their bidding! Also, there was a whole theme park! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.c…
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Send us a text On this episode, we share some Central Texas Attractions. *Links to places mentioned in the podcast* Intermission Bookshop - https://www.intermissionbookshop.com/about Over the Rainbow Ice Cream - https://visitbrownwood.com/places/over-the-rainbow-ice-cream/ Pioneer Tap House - https://www.pioneertaphouse.com/ The Turtle - https://ww…
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Luke and Larry Talk Stealth Vision, Jason Robertson on Using Thermals for Game Recovery, Luke's Campfire Baked Beans, & Fishing for Catfish at Wind Point Park on Lake Tawakoni
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Luke and Larry Weishuhn (www.larryweishuhn.net) kick things off with some long range rifle shooting talk using Stealth Vision (www.stealthvision.com) scopes, followed by Jason Robertson, co host of The Late Night Vision Show on YouTube and owner of (www.outdoorlegacygear.com) the topic is using thermal spotters for recovering game and it’s many oth…
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Send us a text We're the Essary family and on this episode of TravelEssary, we are discussing the challenge of traveling with a special needs child and how we have managed it. Feel free to reach out to us with any questions you may have regarding this topic and traveling with an autistic child. We're very passionate about EVERYONE being able to enj…
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BONUS: We Rage About the D23 2024 Parks Panel!
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Ka-Chow! It's a bonus 90 min episode EARLY where we go OFF about the D23 Horizons Parks Panel! Whether it's Lightning McQueen filling in the Rivers of America or Mike Wazowski yeeted the Muppets out of their courtyard, from Avengers to Villains, from Indy to the Madrigals, from various overseas Marvel projects to overpriced lounges, we got all the …
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Luke & Larry Talk Long Range Shooting, Bill Carey Talks Summer and Fall Stripers, Dustin Vaughn Warncke Explores Exotic Game Animals, and Luke Covers Hunting with Big Bore Air Rifles
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Luke and Larry Weishuhn kick the show off this week with a discussion on long range shooting and introduce a new line of awesome range finding binoculars by Stealth Vision www.stealthvision.com. Next comes our ole buddy Bill Carey with Striper Express www.striperexpress.com on Lake Texoma. Bill discusses a very consistent summer striper catching pa…
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: Destination D23 2023 Announcements!
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As we look ahead to D23 2024, we look back at last year's announcements with this previously bonus-only look at Destination D23! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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Send us a text We're the Essary family and we're exploring America one destination at a time. On this Episode of TravelEssary, we give you our perspective of Austin, Tx (as native Texans) and share our favorite family spots in the area. Welcome to 'Austin & Beyond.' *Links to places mentioned in the podcast* Austin Zoo - https://austinzoo.org/ HEB …
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Hog Hunting with Luke & Larry, Video Cams with Steven Waugh, Catfish Tips with David Hanson, & Jason Robertson on Expert Thermal Scope Hunting Tips
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Luke and Larry Weishuhn kick the show off talking hog hunting and discussing their brand new book, The Poor Man’s Grizzly, signed copies are available through www.larryweishuh.net and www.catfishradio.org. Next comes Steven Waugh, a licensed wild hog buyer from Texas who also sells a very dependable line of video cameras for about $150 plus about $…
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Today we have a split episode for you: first, Ryan Dorman talks about his trip to Aulani and we catch up on several news items, then we discuss some unexplored concepts for the Tokyo Disney parks! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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Send us a text We're the Essary family and we're exploring America one destination at a time. On this episode of TravelEssary, we're going to go off the beaten path a little bit and discuss our top 10 hidden restaurants in Texas. These are your lesser known places in Texas, but our personal favorites! *Links to our top 10* #10. Greer's Ranch Cafe -…
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Luke and Larry Weishuhn Talk About Deer Hunting, Michelle Wohlberg on Hunting in Saskatchewan, Bill Carey on Striper Fishing, and Matt Burgess from Stealth Vision Visits About Big Game Hunting
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Luke and Larry Weishuhn are talking about, what else? DEER HUNTING! This week, recalling hunts from their youth as well as this past February out in western Texas where they used a new product (to them) Vineyard Max www.vineyardmax.net to harvest some late season doe. Michelle Wohlberg (396-381-8779) joins Luke and discusses hunting big game up in …
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Send us a text We're the Essary family and we're exploring America one destination at a time. On this episode of TravelEssary, we share some of our experiences in Galveston, Texas and why we think it is a family friendly destination. *Links you may find helpful* Airbnb we stayed at - https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/45816647?guests=1&adults=1&s=67&uniq…
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Christmas in July #3: Disney+ Short Film Festival
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This year, Ryan Dorman enlists us to watch five short films on Disney+: Le Pupille May the 12th Be With You Growing Fangs Twentysomething The Little Matchgirl --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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Campfire Talk with Luke & Larry, Brett Kilmer Catches Big Hybrid Stripers, Jason Robertson and Thermal Scopes, and Luke Shares Tips on Grilling Venison
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Luke and Larry Weishuhn kick off “Campfire Talk” this week talking about deer hunts from long ago. Next comes fishing guide Brett Kilmer with Chums on The Water Guide service www.chumsonthewater.com with a discussion on catching big hybrid stripers on lakes east of Dallas. Jason Robertson, host of “The Late Night Vision Show” on YouTube follows wit…
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LOST EPISODE: The Unbuilt Rides at Stratosphere Tower
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An episode roars back from the dead this week to make up for the lack of a new episode this week! From August 2021, we discuss the crazy ideas that Bob Stupak and his ilk had to attach to a 1000ft tower he was building in Las Vegas! We also discuss the then closure of the NBA Experience. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/…
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Send us a text We're the Essary family and we're exploring America one destination at a time. In this episode of TravelEssary, we share our take on the long debated question travelers face: Airbnb or Hotel? Both have pros and cons. *If you have a unique Airbnb or Hotel that you have stayed in, we would love a link to it! Support the Show. You can f…
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Luke and Larry Talk Silver Stag Hunting Knives, Joe Cunningham from Stealth Vision on Long Range Shooting, Arkansas Trout Fishing with Jacob Hanson, and Luke Talks Hunting with Big Bore Air Rifles
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Luke and Larry begin with a discussion on what a quality hunting knife should be and Larry tells about a Larry Weishuhn signature Silver Stag knife now on the market, available through www.vineyardmax.net and Larry’s website www.larryweishuhn.net . Next comes Joe Cunningham with Stealth Vision www.stealthvision.com to talk long range rifle shooting…
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: Six Flags Over Texas Trip Report
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From June 2023, we begin our bonus episode release, previously never before released to the public! Here Ryan O'Reilly tells us about his trip to Six Flags Over Texas plus more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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Send us a text On this episode of TravelEssary, we share more of our favorite things in DFW. These are not specifically family spots, but are still great! Let us know of YOUR family's must do's in Dallas/Fort Worth so that we can try it! Links you might find helpful: Broadway Dallas - https://dallas.broadway.com/theatre/music-hall-at-fair-park/ Reu…
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Fishing for White Bass with Casey Laughlin, Heading North and Fishing for Muskie with Jeff Rice, Pond Bass Fishing with Luke, and Snap Lock Hunting Blinds
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Luke kicks this week’s show off with his long time friend Larry Weishuhn aka “Mr. Whitetail” with a discussion on everything from whitetail deer to hunting knives. Next Guide Casey Laughlin with Chums on the Water www.chumsonthewater.com guide service gives some summer tips for catching white bass. Luke’s good buddy Jeff Rice is heading up north to…
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Today we take a look at a redo of DCA's Paradise Pier where the Disney Villains would've taken over California Screamin! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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Our Favorite Family Spots in Dallas/Fort Worth
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Send us a text We are the Essary family, and we're exploring America one destination at a time. On this episode of TravelEssary, we're sharing our family's favorite spots in the Dallas/ Fort Worth Metroplex. We talk about why we love these destinations and give tips on how to visit them. *Links to our favorite spots so you can check them out!* Six …
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Traveling the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex
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Send us a text We're the Essary family, and we're exploring America one destination at a time. On this episode of TravelEssary, we'll be talking about the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex and what you can expect from it. Highlights from this episode include: *What is the Dallas/Forth Worth metroplex *Our relationship with DFW *Traveling tips for DFW *Ma…
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Send us a text We're the Essary family, and we're discovering America one destination at a time. On this episode we introduce ourselves and talk about what you can expect from TravelEssary. On this first season, we will mostly be discussing travel throughout Texas. From our favorite spots in different cities to travel tips that may help your family…
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: Super Nintendo World Trip Report
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From March 2023, Ryan O'Reilly gives his report from Super Nintendo World and MORE! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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We dive under the sea to explore the original version of The Little Mermaid ride which suspended guests under and above the fathoms below! Plus, we talk Tiana's Bayou Adventure in a discussion that surely everyone will agree with and be very normal about. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support…
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Get ready for a real Scamifornia Adventure as we look at the Spirit of California project slated for Tracy, California in 2012, which totally didn't rip off a failed Disney theme park. Also, Ryan O'Reilly gives his trip report to Kentucky Kingdom and Holiday World. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/supp…
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Send us a text Join us for our launch on July 5th. OR you can join our Patreon and enjoy early access! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Support the Show. You can follow us on: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560303402595 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/travelessary YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TravelEs…
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: Unbuilt: LIVE in Las Vegas
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In this archive release, the two Ryans finally meet in person and discuss classic family-friendly Vegas! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: We Eviscerate the 2022 D23 Expo!
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A Monday Unbuilt release?! Yes unfortunately I had to rebuild this episode which meant a delay but there will be another archive release on Friday! Lucky you! For now: we head to the D23 Expo in 2022 to ruthlessly mock it and all of the inane blue sky wonder that is and will forever be Beyond Big Thunder. --- Support this podcast: https://podcaster…
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Stan Freberg's EPCOT Inventions Pavilion
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Today we triumph thru Ryan's head cold to examine Stan Freberg's quirky Inventions pavilion pitch featuring a queue that's a ride, a giant light bulb and a singing Thomas Edison! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: Walt Disney Family Museum Trip Report
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Next on our archive series we head back to August 2022 to hear Ryan O'Reilly's trip report to Northern California and experiencing the Walt Disney Family Museum, and so much more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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Today we follow up The Disney Cancellation Special with Universal! Join us as we look at various ideas such as a James Bond stunt show, a Potter VR broomstick ride, a noisy Seuss walkthrough, an Apollo 13 roller coaster and much more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support…
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: Island at the Top of the World Review
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Continuing our archive series with a look at a very boring film that helped inspired a very not-boring unbuilt land, Discovery Bay! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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Today is a double episode: first, I recap my tour of Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, then we explore various never-made themed resorts at Walt Disney World including the east coast version of New Orleans Square! Once again, I apologize about the audio issues as our recording software captured the wrong microphone. I will do my best to ensure this d…
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: Interview with Robin S Hall - VP of Knott’s Berry Farm Creative
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Early on in the podcast, we had the unique and wonderful chance to interview the former VP of Knott's Berry Farm Creative, Robin S Hall! This is a very fascinating interview, please enjoy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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Fire Mountain (feat. Jaalin Harvey)
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Jaalin Harvey returns to discuss another Atlantis-themed attraction, this time the infamous Fire Mountain, a transforming coaster wrapped inside a volcano that would've towered over Adventureland. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: Muppets Haunted Mansion Review
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This week, the archive series continues with our Muppets Haunted Mansion review! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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In a totally not-transparent attempt to discuss the world's largest Bass Pro Shop in a pyramid, we explore an alternative plan to put a theme park in the guts of the infamous Memphis Pyramid! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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This week in our archives dive we go back to 2022 and Ryan O'Reilly tells Dorman about his trip to RetroMagic and more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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Today we head into the Enchanted Forest and discover Jay Rasulo's original, meet-and-greet intense version of Magic Kingdom's New Fantasyland. Prepare to make a lot of birthday cards for Princess Aurora! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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It's archive time again, and this is our last Building Upon episode where Dorman recounts a recent visit to both Disney World and Disneyland. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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Today we check out Ron Logan and Rick Silanskas' "dream" park that was "funded" by con man Bryan Robinson, filled with some of the worst theme park ideas you've ever heard. Ryan Dorman also delivers some piping hot takes about his recent trip to Orlando. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support…
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Our archive series continues with this episode from August 2021 where we review season one of "Behind the Attraction"! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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America's favorite frontiersman actor tried to capitalize on his fame with an educational family fun park and failed twice! Come explore the history of Fess Parker and his wide-eyed dreams with us! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-oreilly0/support
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