Epic Universal with Eric Hersey Jim Hill Media Podcast Network

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 property back in 2002



Why is the new entrance sign for USF’s “E.T. Adventure” attraction deliberately designed to look like something you associate with a forest



How did MGM/UA decide to cash in on the “Muppet Babies” craze back in the mid-1980s



Which classic Universal cartoon character is reportedly being given the “Hidden Mickey” treatment inside of DreamWorks Land



What are the themes of the first three mazes announced for Universal Orlando’s 2024 edition of Halloween Horror Nights


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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 Parks



Why was “Yoshi’s Adventure” reportedly not built as part of Phase One of Universa Studios Hollywood’s “Super Nintendo World”



What show is now going to be presented inside of USF’s “A Day in the Park with Barney” theater



Which Australian-based company wound up with the rights to make “Bluey” & “Despicable Me” toys



How far along now is the construction of Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas


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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 Universal horror classic got transformed from a silent film to a sound picture in 1929

Why did Universal Studios Florida push back the opening of “Twister … Ride It Out” from March of 1998 to early May of that same year

Which store used to occupy the space in Universal CityWalk that’s now being transformed into the Epic Universe preview center

Back in 1931, who did Universal Pictures originally announce was going to star in that Studio’s upcoming production of “Frankenstein”

Which cartoon character is at the wheel of that popcorn bucket that Universal Hollywood is now selling to commemorate the 60th anniversary of that theme park’s tram tour


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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 Kong” remake in motion back in the mid-1970s

Why did Universal Pictures insist that certain scenes in “M3gan” be reshot

Why did Universal Studios Hollywood temporarily shut down “Earthquake: The Big One” back in October of 1989

Which Universal Pictures release back in November of 1974 introduced the world to Sensurround

Which after-hours event at the Disney Parks inspired Universal’s Grad Bash


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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 different movie studios have released “How to Train Your Dragon” films over the past 14 years



What was especially cool about the “Casper the Friendly Ghost” ride that Universal Creative developed for that Company’s theme parks

Who was originally supposed to be the lead of the first “Ghostbusters” movie

Residents of which two states can take advantage of the latest Universal Orlando ticket offer


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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 operates at IOA

How much did “Kung Fu Panda 4” earned over its opening weekend in North America

When did Hot Butterbeer go from being a seasonal thing at the Universal Parks to becoming a beverage you could get all year round

How much did NBCUniversal spend to acquire Dreamworks Animation back in 2016

Which Disney Imagineer designed the original Glamour Tram for Universal Studios Hollywood back in 1964

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