Universally Epic Podcast

Jim Klein & Taylor Franklin
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Everything you need to know about planning your next Universal Orlando vacation! Join Jim and Taylor as they discuss Epic Universe, Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, City Walk, Volcano Bay, Resorts, and so much more. Universally Epic Podcast is your go-to podcast for all things Universal Orlando.

  1. 12/31/2025

    Episode 55: Top 5 Universal Happenings in 2026, HHN Christmas Speculation Map

    In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor count down to 2026 with their top 5 Universal happenings coming in the new year.  Also, a Halloween Horror Nights Christmas Speculation map has popped up online! Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you.   Exclusive Universally Epic Podcast Booking Bonus from The Magic For Less Travel…Receive a $25 Universal Gift Card when you book a vacation package $2,500 or more.  Make sure to ask us about all the current Universal Orlando discounts and travel deals! Have a question you would like to be answered on the show?  Email us at UniversallyEpicPodcast@gmail.com Get your free no-obligation vacation quote here and be sure to mention the podcast: Universally Epic Travel Quote Form Follow the Universally Epic Podcast on Social: Instagram: UniversallyEpicPodcast Tiktok: @Universally.Epic Youtube: @UniversallyEpicPodcast Facebook: Universally Epic Podcast Community

    30 min

  2. 12/24/2025

    Episode 54: Virtual Christmas Gift Exchange

    In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor exchange virtual Christmas gifts.  Also, the podcast receives a gift from Universal Orlando Resort! Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you.   Exclusive Universally Epic Podcast Booking Bonus from The Magic For Less Travel…Receive a $25 Universal Gift Card when you book a vacation package $2,500 or more.  Make sure to ask us about all the current Universal Orlando discounts and travel deals! Have a question you would like to be answered on the show?  Email us at UniversallyEpicPodcast@gmail.com Get your free no-obligation vacation quote here and be sure to mention the podcast: Universally Epic Travel Quote Form Follow the Universally Epic Podcast on Social: Instagram: UniversallyEpicPodcast Tiktok: @Universally.Epic Youtube: @UniversallyEpicPodcast Facebook: Universally Epic Podcast Community

    14 min

  3. 12/17/2025

    Episode 53: Single Rider Closing, 2026 Park Hours, Taylor’s Not So Christmas Trivia Game

    In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the closing of single rider on a very popular Universal Orlando attraction.  They also share some new park hours coming to Universal Studios Florida starting January 5, 2026. In the last part of the episode, Taylor quizzes Jim with Universal trivia. Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you. Exclusive Universally Epic Podcast Booking Bonus from The Magic For Less Travel…Receive a $25 Universal Gift Card when you book a vacation package $2,500 or more.  Make sure to ask us about all the current Universal Orlando discounts and travel deals! Have a question you would like to be answered on the show?  Email us at UniversallyEpicPodcast@gmail.com Get your free no-obligation vacation quote here and be sure to mention the podcast: Universally Epic Travel Quote Form Follow the Universally Epic Podcast on Social: Instagram: UniversallyEpicPodcast Tiktok: @Universally.Epic Youtube: @UniversallyEpicPodcast Facebook: Universally Epic Podcast Community

    29 min

  4. 12/03/2025

    Episode 52: Disney vs Universal At The Box Office, Restaurant Closure, Holiday Food Offerings

    In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the opening weekend for Zootopia 2 and how it compares to the numbers for Wicked For Good over the last two weekends.  They aslo discuss the lengthy refurbishment of a fan favorite restaurant.  And finally, the holidays are officially here and Jim and Taylor share some of the unique holiday food offerings at Universal Orlando Resort. Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you.   Exclusive Universally Epic Podcast Booking Bonus from The Magic For Less Travel…Receive a $25 Universal Gift Card when you book a vacation package $2,500 or more.  Make sure to ask us about all the current Universal Orlando discounts and travel deals! Have a question you would like to be answered on the show?  Email us at UniversallyEpicPodcast@gmail.com Get your free no-obligation vacation quote here and be sure to mention the podcast: Universally Epic Travel Quote Form Follow the Universally Epic Podcast on Social: Instagram: UniversallyEpicPodcast Tiktok: @Universally.Epic Youtube: @UniversallyEpicPodcast Facebook: Universally Epic Podcast Community

    33 min

  5. 11/20/2025

    Episode 51: Happy One Year Anniversary!!!

    In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor celebrate the one year anniversary of the podcast.  They share all of their favorite moments and episodes from the past year.  Thank you to all of our listeners for following the show over the past year. Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you.   Exclusive Universally Epic Podcast Booking Bonus from The Magic For Less Travel…Receive a $25 Universal Gift Card when you book a vacation package $2,500 or more.  Make sure to ask us about all the current Universal Orlando discounts and travel deals! Have a question you would like to be answered on the show?  Email us at UniversallyEpicPodcast@gmail.com Get your free no-obligation vacation quote here and be sure to mention the podcast: Universally Epic Travel Quote Form Follow the Universally Epic Podcast on Social: Instagram: UniversallyEpicPodcast Tiktok: @Universally.Epic Youtube: @UniversallyEpicPodcast Facebook: Universally Epic Podcast Community

    43 min

  6. 11/12/2025

    Episode 50: HHN Awards, Epic Expansion, Blue Sky Christmas

    In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor wrap up the Halloween Horror Nights season with the announcement of “House of the Year”, “Scare Zone of the Year”, and “Production of the Year”.  They also discuss the recently filed permit for a 150,000-square-foot building headed to Epic Universe.  Finally, Christmas at Universal is great; however, Jim and Taylor share their Blue Sky ideas for what could possibly be added to the holiday festivities.  Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you.   Exclusive Universally Epic Podcast Booking Bonus from The Magic For Less Travel…Receive a $25 Universal Gift Card when you book a vacation package $2,500 or more.  Make sure to ask us about all the current Universal Orlando discounts and travel deals!Have a question you would like to be answered on the show?  Email us at UniversallyEpicPodcast@gmail.com Get your free no-obligation vacation quote here and be sure to mention the podcast: Universally Epic Travel Quote Form Follow the Universally Epic Podcast on Social: Instagram: UniversallyEpicPodcast Tiktok: @Universally.Epic Youtube: @UniversallyEpicPodcastFacebook: Universally Epic Podcast Community

    29 min

  7. 10/29/2025

    Episode 49: 2026 Universal Orlando Ticket Options, Extended Volcano Bay Closure, and Holiday Harbor Nights at Portofino Bay Hotel

    In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the ins and outs of Universal Orlando’s 2026 ticket package, which leads into a discussion about the lengthy refurbishment of Volcano Bay starting in 2026.  In the second half of the episode, they discuss a unique experience in Holiday Harbor Nights at Portofino Bay Hotel.  Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you.   Exclusive Universally Epic Podcast Booking Bonus from The Magic For Less Travel…Receive a $25 Universal Gift Card when you book a vacation package $2,500 or more.  Make sure to ask us about all the current Universal Orlando discounts and travel deals! Have a question you would like to be answered on the show?  Email us at UniversallyEpicPodcast@gmail.com Get your free no-obligation vacation quote here and be sure to mention the podcast: Universally Epic Travel Quote Form Holiday Harbor Nights Ticket Link: https://harbornights-ladolcevita.eventbrite.com/?aff=uocom Follow the Universally Epic Podcast on Social: Instagram: UniversallyEpicPodcast Tiktok: @Universally.Epic Youtube: @UniversallyEpicPodcast Facebook: Universally Epic Podcast Community

    27 min

  8. 10/22/2025

    Episode 48: Wicked For Good, Single Attraction Express Pass Testing, Orlando Airport Update, Universal Kids Resort Lands

    In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the Wicked For Good Experience at Universal Studios, Orlando International’s major renovation plans, Universal is testing out a single attraction express pass offering, but it comes at a price, and they go over all the lands coming to the Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, Texas.   Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you.    Exclusive Universally Epic Podcast Booking Bonus from The Magic For Less Travel…Receive a $25 Universal Gift Card when you book a vacation package $2,500 or more.  Make sure to ask us about all the current Universal Orlando discounts and travel deals! Have a question you would like to be answered on the show?  Email us at UniversallyEpicPodcast@gmail.com Get your free no-obligation vacation quote here and be sure to mention the podcast: Universally Epic Travel Quote Form Follow the Universally Epic Podcast on Social: Instagram: UniversallyEpicPodcast Tiktok: @Universally.Epic Youtube: @UniversallyEpicPodcast Facebook: Universally Epic Podcast Community

    46 min
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Everything you need to know about planning your next Universal Orlando vacation! Join Jim and Taylor as they discuss Epic Universe, Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, City Walk, Volcano Bay, Resorts, and so much more. Universally Epic Podcast is your go-to podcast for all things Universal Orlando.

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  • Creator
    Jim Klein & Taylor Franklin
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Jim Klein & Taylor Franklin
  • Show Website
    Universally Epic Podcast