Eric Hersey & Jim Hill have a different take on Universal Parks & Experiences. They share news of the day as well as behind-the-scenes stories in a breezy, conversational style. Better yet, listeners of this podcast are regularly invited to offer their input / join the conversation. So, get ready for some Epic fun.
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Inside the circle podcast is focused on the intersection of business, entertainment ,Faith and sports. Founded by former NFL player Jordan Campbell who’s known for starting the largest sports academy and wellness center in California and hosted with a rotating cast of special guests. inside the circle creates content that resembles a “locker room”— a safe space for athletes, entrepreneurs and social Media influencers to tell their stories and have a voice while feeling comfortable amongst on ...
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Why Does Toon Lagoon Exist? Exploring Universal’s Most Unusual Theme Park Area (Ep. 18)
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In this episode of the Epic Universal Podcast, Jim Hill and Eric Hersey dive into the fascinating and perplexing world of Toon Lagoon at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. They unravel the mystery behind this quirky theme park area and explore why Universal chose to dedicate an entire land to classic comic strip characters. From the backstory of its…
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Universal's Cartoon World That Never Was & A Look Ahead at Wicked Attractions (Ep. 17)
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In this episode of the Epic Universal Podcast, Jim Hill and Eric Hersey dive deep into Universal Studios' unbuilt Cartoon World, a project meant to pave the way for Islands of Adventure. Jim shares fascinating insights into the concept's early stages and how it evolved into what fans know today. Highlights include: Jim's stories about the behind-th…
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Discovering Diagon Alley: A Complete First-Timer's Experience (Ep. 16)
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n this episode of the Epic Universal Podcast, Jim Hill and Eric Hersey take listeners on a magical journey through Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida. As Eric recounts his family's first experience, Jim provides insights into the park's history. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect: The Magic of Diagon Alley: Hear about the awe-inspiring …
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Revisiting the Lost Star Trek Experiences at Universal Studios (Ep. 15)
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In this episode of the Epic Universal Podcast, Jim Hill and Eric Hersey dive into various Universal Studios topics, from Halloween thrills to lost Star Trek adventures. Here’s what you can expect: Halloween Horror Nights 2024: We kick off the episode discussing the latest news from Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights. Squishmallows and Wicked Colla…
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The Difference Between Disney & Universal’s Destination Resorts (Ep. 14)
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Eric Hersey & Jim Hill start this week’s show by talking about viewership for the Summer Games in Paris. They then take a look at how Universal Pictures’ recent releases have been doing at the domestic box office Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about: When was Epic Universe originally supposed to open up in Orlando In what year does N…
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Inside of “Ministry of Magic” at Epic Universe (Ep. 13)
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Eric Hersey & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by reviewing the info that got shared about Universal Orlando’s fourth theme park They also look back at how Universal’s hit movie from 1975 was turned into a theme park attraction Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: In what Central Florida theme park was much of “Jaws 3D” s…
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Fostering Young Athletes: Parents, Coaches, and Character Development
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Imagine your child on the path to athletic greatness—how do you, as a parent or coach, foster an environment where they can truly thrive? Tune into Inside the Circle as we explore the pivotal roles that parents, coaches, and players play in the development of young athletes. Alongside Coach Coco, we dissect the importance of communication and compe…
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How Dwayne Johnson wound up playing the Scorpion King (Ep. 12)
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Eric Hersey returns from the Universal Orlando Resort and gives Jim Hill a brief glimpse of what he & his family experienced down in Central Florida. Eric & Jim then take a look at the Rock’s first film role Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: Why you should go straight to the Trolls Trollercoaster as soon as Universal Stud…
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https://winnercircleathletics.com/ Taking a day off doesn't mean you do nothing, it means we shouldn't be hitting the weights HARD every single day. There are other things we can do for our body that continue to move us forward. Our bodies need rest, they need recovery.By Jordan Campbell
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https://winnercircleathletics.com/ Continuing our series of questions from our parents and audience today we are going to talk about supplements for kids. Our academy is 3rd grade - 8th grade. When we talk about supplements we are not pumping them full of hormones or dangerous things that can damage them up. We are talking about common supplements …
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Hold Back Year vs Double Hold Back for Sports
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https://winnercircleathletics.com/ Continuing our series of questions from our parents and audience today we are going to talk about hold back years, doing a double hold back, and what our good birthdays and bad birthdays to have for sports.By Jordan Campbell
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Getting Held Back Can Get You a Master's Degree
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https://winnercircleathletics.com/ This video discusses our strategy where students who go through an eighth grade holdback program are introduced to freshman-level classes, allowing them to test out of certain high school courses and get a head start on earning college credits through dual enrollment. This can lead to significant cost savings and …
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Get ready for the Universal Mega Movie Parade (Ep. 11)
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Eric Hersey & Jim Hill start this week’s show by discussing box office projections for “Despicable Me 4.” They then wrap up their series about the would-be “Van Helsing” film franchise Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about: Who replaced Al Pacino as the voice of El Macho in “Despicable Me 2” How many floats there are supposed to be in…
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The Blueprint for Parents and Athletes on How to Be Successful
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We took a few week break from the podcast because we have been building the best youth football team in the nation, the Corona Bulls, but we ARE BACK! We just had a graduation for 112 8th graders, 88 of those athletes earned scholarships to top private schools, and we are here to talk about our why. As well as the HOW we have the success that we ha…
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Dark Universe celebrates Universal’s classic monsters (Ep. 10)
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Eric Hersey & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by sharing what Universal Parks & Experiences has just revealed about Epic Universe’s next land. They also continue the tale of USH’s efforts to get more monsters into that theme park In this episode, listeners will learn about: Where’s the best place to stand in Universal Studios Florida to view “C…
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Mental Performance and Mindset for Athletes
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Right now is graduation time. Kids are transitioning from middle school to high school, high school to college, or even to the pros. During these transition periods there is a lot of adversity and new things these students go through. Not all of it is on the field or has to do with their sport. There is a mindset you need to have to be successful a…
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How soon will the Simpsons decamp for Disney World (Ep. 9)
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Eric Hersey & Jim Hill start this week’s show by discussing Universal Orlando’s new Premium Scream offering. They also continue their look back at how USH kept trying to build a successful show around the Universal Classic Monsters Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about: Where can one find that new Butterbeer Cart souvenir candy bucket…
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Congratulations Class of 2024 | WCA
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Welcome to the circle class of 2024. Today is all about them. On their last day of school I sat down with each of them and talked to them a little about their time here.By Jordan Campbell
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What sorts of snacks are served in DreamWorks Land (Ep. 8)
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Eric Hersey & Jim Hill start this week’s show by discussing the media preview that was recently held for Universal Studios Florida’s reimagining Kidzone area. They then look back at the “Pink Panther” film series Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about: Where did Duffy AKA the Disney Bear initially exclusively sell on Disney World prope…
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Train the Youth Like Professional Athletes
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https://winnercircleathletics.com/ Today we are joined by two student athletes who are currently in our program in 8th grade. We will talk about their story, the process, what is next in their high school journey, and future goals. We want to hear a true honest opinion from the kids going through the program.…
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University of Alabama Women's Soccer | Cali and Breezie Brewer
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https://winnercircleathletics.com/ Cali and Breezie Brewer were some of the first female soccer players to come through our program. These sister's were two of the highest recruited players coming out of California. Now they are both playing in Alabama and are here to share their experience and what the process looks like to be in the top 1%.…
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Alabama Crimson Tide | Domani Jackson
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https://winnercircleathletics.com/ This is the first time we have brought someone onto the show who went through our program. Today Domani Jackson shares his process and tells us what it really looks like to get held back in 8th grade, dominate in high school, be a two sport athlete, miss a season during covid, get multiple offers, transfer in coll…
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How projection shows came to the Wizarding World (Ep. 7)
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Eric Hersey & Jim Hill start this week’s show by discussing the latest “Despicable Me 4” trailer. They then review what Universal Parks & Experiences just revealed about Epic Universe’s Super Nintendo World. Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about: What new variety of Butterbeer-based treat is now available for purchase at the Universal…
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How Do Athletes Get Recruited? Youth to High School and High School to College
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https://winnercircleathletics.com/ If you have never been through the process or had a kid go through the process of being recruited, it is easy to get taken advantage of. Today we cover a wide variety of topics to help give you as much information as possible.By Jordan Campbell
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Meet the horrifyingly cute Frankenstein Junior (Ep. 6)
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Eric Hersey & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the tram accident that happened this past weekend at Universal Studios Hollywood. They then take a close look at the perks annual passholders will be able to enjoy at the Universal Orlando parks starting in May. Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: Which Univers…
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How to Pick a Youth Football Team and Trust the Process
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https://winnercircleathletics.com/ How do you pick a youth football team? How do you make sure your kids are surrounded by the right people? What is truly important when it comes to youth football?By Jordan Campbell
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A Lot of Players, Not a Lot of Pros | Daimion Stafford
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Daimion Stafford joins me today to talk about growing up in Riverside, transferring to Norco High School, the JUCO process, making it to a division 1 program and eventually the NFL. https://winnercircleathletics.com/By Jordan Campbell
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How King Kong came to be at the Universal theme parks (Ep. 5)
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Eric Hersey & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how the M3gan horde became the break-out hit at last year’s Halloween Horror Nights. They also discuss Universal Orlando’s Stella Nova & Terra Luna resorts Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about: What role did Michael Eisner play in setting Paramount Pictures’ “King Kon…
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Everyone's Athletic Career Ends, What's Your Plan? | Stephen Paea
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https://winnercircleathletics.com/ Athletics is undefeated. Everyone’s athletic career will end someday. Do you have a plan for after? Today we are joined by Stephen Paea. Stephen played college football for Oregon State University, was recognized as a consensus All-American and is considered to be the strongest guy ever at the NFL combine. He was …
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Recruiting, Life After Sports, and Addiction | Special Guest Chris Galippo
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What is recruiting actually like? What does the process look like? What does life look like after sports? These are all questions that I find young athletes don't ask themselves, and they need to. With this conversation I hope we can help some people avoid some struggles and heart ache that we went through. Our guest today I haven't seen in about 1…
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Remembering the “Ghostbusters Spooktacular” attraction (Ep. 4)
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Eric Hersey & Jim Hill start this week’s episode by taking a look back at the “How to Train Your Dragon” film franchise. They then pivot to discussing the latest land to be unveiled for Epic Universe Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: Which character did Wayne Brady almost get heat stroke playing at a Disney Park How many …
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When You Have It All But Still Feel Empty
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Winner Circle Athletics: https://winnercircleathletics.com/ Today we are going to watch clips of Michael Beasley on the Pivot Podcast and talk about what we are seeing. This world tells us to find success, be great, get money, get those things you want and you will finally have peace. Life will feel good... It's a lie. The world is lying to you. So…
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This entire thing started with a dream and a few young kids. We had NO IDEA what we were doing but we were making it happen. Learning along the way, making mistakes, it all lead to where we are now and we are. This first episode officially invites you into our circle, welcome! https://winnercircleathletics.com/…
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Raise a glass to Butterbeer Season (Ep. 3)
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Eric Hersey & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing the various ways to park-hop at the Universal Orlando Resort. They then talk about how Universal Studios Hollywood is celebrating its 60th anniversary Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: When did Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure first begin ope…
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Remember when the Universal Orlando Resort had a different name (Ep. 2)
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Eric Hersey & Jim Hill start this week’s show by discussing the change that’s reportedly in the works for “Skull Island: Reign of Kong.” They also talk about the Universal Monsters Tribute Store that just opened at CityWalk out in Hollywood Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: When – according to Vin Diesel – will the “grand…
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What’s next for Nintendo and Universal Parks & Experiences (Ep. 1)
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Eric Hersey & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the Universal-related trailers that aired during Super Bowl LVIII. They then pivot to talking about that 7-minute-long Epic Universe video that debuted online last week Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: Which Universal theme park offered its Guests the opport…
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Introducing the Epic Universal Podcast with Eric Hersey
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Jim Hill & Eric Hersey kick off a brand-new show which offers a different take on Universal Parks & Experiences. Highlights include an interview with Carson Luter from Universal Creative about “Villain Con Minion Blast”. Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: How did the 24 films that Universal Pictures released in 2023 do at …
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Universal Joint Episode 46: What’s significant about UOR’s new $15-an-hour starting wage
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Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how difficult it’s been to keep up with Universal Orlando’s rapidly changing COVID-related safety policies. They then discuss NBC Sports’ concerns about the 2021 Tokyo Olympic Games Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Universal Joint Episode 45 : Which Universal-owned IP will we next see in the Parks
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Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the eight-week-long promotional campaign Universal Pictures has put together to hype the June release of “F9.” They then talk about Comcast’s new marching orders when it comes to the Universal Parks & Resorts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Universal Joint Ep 44: Just how long has Epic Universe been in the works
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Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how California’s theme parks are readying to re-open. They then discuss how the delay in the production of “Fantastic Beasts” may impact Universal Orlando’s fourth theme park Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Universal Joint Ep 43: When will the Velosicoaster open at IOA ?
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Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill first talk about how this year’s Mardi Gras celebration at the Universal Orlando Resort is different from years previous. They then talk about Universal Pictures’ plans for a movie version of “Wicked,” the long-running Broadway musical Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Universal Joint Episode 42: How to get a pretty Potter pressed penny
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Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by looking back at last year’s “Universal Christmas” event. They then list some of the new food & entertainment offerings which debuted this past weekend at the 2020 edition of “Holidays at Universal Orlando” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Universal Joint Episode 41: Could USH’s Upper Lot be re-opened for the holidays?
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Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill discuss how the Universal Parks & Resorts are now transitioning from terror to tinsel. They then take a look at why “Fast & Furious 9” now seems to be taking the slow lane to theatrical release Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jim Hill Media Podcast Network
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Universal Joint Episode 40: Bela -- not Boris -- as Frankenstein’s monster
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Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about what happened to Fabio when “Apollo’s Chariot” opened at Busch Gardens Williamsburg back in March of 1999. They then continue their series about the horror films that launched Universal Classic Monsters, “Dracula” & “Frankenstein.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f…
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Universal Joint Episode 39: Who did Universal originally want to cast as Dracula
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Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing what’s different about the Universal Orlando Resort’s decision to close its Volcano Bay water theme parks for the winter. They then look back at the film (or should we says films) that actually launched the Universal Classic Monsters franchise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me…
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Universal Joint Episode 38: How to stalk a scarecrow at the Universal Orlando Resort
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Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about those two Halloween Horror Nights houses that opened at Universal Studios Florida this past weekend. They also talk about the “Casper the Friendly Ghost” attraction that Universal Creative planned but never built. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Universal Joint Episode 37: Epic Universe paused. But for how long?
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Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill look back at the Summer of 2020 and discuss how the Universal Orlando Resort responded to the COVID-19 challenge. They also talk about how UOR has tweaked its ticketing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jim Hill Media Podcast Network
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Universal Joint Episode 36: Universal Orlando opens “Stuntacular,” lays off Team Members
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Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start things off by discussing whether Southern California’s theme parks will actually be open again by August 1st or will we see another coronavirus-related postponement. They then talk about how “The Bourne Stuntacular” one-ups the indoor stunt how that preceded t, “Terminator 2-3D: Battle Across Time” Learn more about your…
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Universal Joint Episode 35: What the future holds for Universal Studios Florida
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Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about what exhibitors are now threatening to do with Universal Pictures’ upcoming releases. They then talk about a survey that Universal Orlando recently sent out to annual passholders seeking their input on a new Halloween Horror Night-like event that this resort might now have in the…
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Universal Joint Episode 34: Why PeacockLive got postponed
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Dustin Fuhs & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how Universal Studios Singapore may hold a clue as to how stateside theme parks will deal operationally with the corona virus. They then take a look at “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash,” which will be opening at Universal Studios Hollywood on March 27th Learn more about yo…
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