Welcome to Big Thunder Podcast, the wildest podcast in the wilderness! Join Abby and Beau for the latest entertainment and theme park news out of Disney and Universal, and play along with the game of the week!
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Welcome to Big Thunder Podcast, the wildest podcast in the wilderness! Join Abby and Beau for the latest entertainment and theme park news out of Disney and Universal, and play along with the game of the week!
📲 Follow Big Thunder Podcast on Instagram @bigthunderpod
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In this week’s Big Thunder Podcast, we finally snag a reservation at The Beak and Barrel, the brand-new Pirates of the Caribbean–themed tavern in Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland! ⚓ We’re sharing every detail from the immersive pirate atmosphere to the animatronic parrot who might just steal the show. 🦜
Was the 45-minute time limit enough to enjoy our grog and grub? Are the snacks worth their weight in treasure, or should this bar walk the plank? 🍗💀 We’ll dish on the best (and weirdest) menu items, the two-drink limit, and whether the hype for this swashbuckling spot is truly deserved.
If you’re planning your Disney World 2025 vacation, hunting for the best new Magic Kingdom restaurant, or just want to know if it’s worth fighting for a reservation, this is the episode for you. 🎢
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Timecodes
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:48) Beak and Barrel Basics
(00:01:30) Reservations
(00:2:28:26) Post-Fireworks Nightmare
(00:08:27) Charley's Jungle Cruise Review
(00:10:18) Checking In at Beak & Barrel
(00:11:24) First Impressions
(00:16:25) Food & Drinks
(00:20:17) The Time Limit
(00:22:42) Minnie Vacay
(00:23:45) Would You Go Back?
(00:25:39) Next Time on Big Thunder Pod..
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🎃 In this episode of The Big Thunder Podcast, we share our honest thoughts on our very first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom! 🌙 From the exclusive party treats 🍪 and spooky ride overlays 👻 to the Boo-To-You Parade, Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular, and Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular fireworks, we’re breaking down everything you need to know before you go.
🎟️ Was the event worth the price? 💸 What are the must-do attractions and shows? 🕛 And how can you make the most of your time at this limited-capacity Halloween event? We’re sharing tips, surprises, and even a few disappointments from our experience so you can plan your best Disney Halloween trip yet! 🎃✨
Timecodes
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:02:16) The Game Plan
(00:03:33) Food Reviews
(00:08:49) Boo-to-You Review
(00:15:04) Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular
(00:16:29) Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Fireworks
(00:17:57) Personal Highlights
(00:22:31) The Negatives
(00:29:01) Minnie Vacay
(00:30:19) Final Thoughts
(00:37:12) Advice for Next Year
(00:40:18) Next Time on Big Thunder Pod...
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🎢 Tune in now for an action-packed episode filled with excitement, laughter, and everything in between. Don't miss out on the adventure – hit play and enjoy the ride!
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🎃🍴 In this episode of the Big Thunder Podcast, we sink our teeth into the brand-new foods at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2025 and the delicious new offerings at EPCOT’s International Food & Wine Festival 2025. Whether you’re planning your trip to Walt Disney World this fall or just dreaming about the spooky snacks and global flavors, we’ve got you!
👻 From sweet treats to savory bites, we share what’s new, what’s returning, and which items we’d put at the top of our must-try list. Plus, to keep things fun, we play a game during each food discussion—testing our Disney knowledge and adding a little extra magic along the way.
✨ If you’re planning a Disney trip, looking for the best Halloween snacks at Magic Kingdom, or wondering which EPCOT Food & Wine Festival foods are worth it, this episode is packed with tasty tips and Disney foodie fun.
Timecodes
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:08) Mickey's Not-So-Spooky Halloween Party
(00:03:18) New Halloween Party Foods
(00:16:00) Minnie Vacay
(00:17:28) Epcot's Food & Wine Festival
(00:18:58) New Festival Foods
(00:35:03) Next Time on Big Thunder Pod...
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🎢 Tune in now for an action-packed episode filled with excitement, laughter, and everything in between. Don't miss out on the adventure – hit play and enjoy the ride!
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🌺 Aloha from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! In this week’s episode of the Big Thunder Podcast, Beau and Abby share all the details from their recent stay at the Polynesian Resort Club Level 🏝️ — from the incredible lounge snacks 🍍 to the stunning fireworks views over Seven Seas Lagoon 🎆. If you’ve ever wondered whether Club Level at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is worth it, we’ve got tips, pros, cons, and insider info to help you decide.
We also dive into the breaking news about Star Wars Launch Bay and Animation Courtyard at Hollywood Studios ✨, talking about what the announced changes could mean for Star Wars fans and park-goers. Plus, we give our first impressions on the final Marvel film of 2025, The Fantastic Four: First Steps!
Whether you’re planning your own Polynesian stay, a Hollywood Studios day, or just love geeking out over Disney and Marvel news, this episode has a little something for everyone. 🌴✨
🎧 Listen now and start planning your dream Disney getaway!
Timecodes
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:55) Changes Planned for Animation Courtyard
(00:10:16) Minnie Vacay
(00:11:41) Staying Club Level at the Poly
(00:39:23) Non-Spoilers - Fantastic Four: First Steps
(00:47:20) SPOILERS! Fantastic Four: First Steps
(00:52:54) Next Time on Big Thunder Pod...
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🎢 Tune in now for an action-packed episode filled with excitement, laughter, and everything in between. Don't miss out on the adventure – hit play and enjoy the ride!
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On this episode of the Big Thunder Podcast, we’re opening up our suitcases and backpacks to show you exactly what we pack for our trips to Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando! From must-have essentials to surprising items that always come in handy, we’re helping you get theme park ready like a pro. 🏰🎢
Then, we’re diving into the brand-new Lilo & Stitch movie — does this live-action reimagining capture the heart of the original, or does it miss the ohana mark? 💙🐶🌺 We’ve got thoughts!
Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned passholder, this episode is packed with helpful tips, honest opinions, and lots of laughs.
🎧 Listen now and don’t forget to subscribe for more Disney and Universal fun every week!
Timecodes
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:03:40) What We Pack for the Parks
(00:34:40) Minnie Vacay
(00:35:53) Lilo & Stitch Review
(00:44:52) Next Time on Big Thunder Pod...
🏰 Get ready to experience the magic as we unravel the excitement surrounding the grand openings, new attractions, thrilling updates, and the latest buzz from Disney and Universal Studios.
🎢 Tune in now for an action-packed episode filled with excitement, laughter, and everything in between. Don't miss out on the adventure – hit play and enjoy the ride!
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In this episode of the Big Thunder Podcast, we’re diving into all the latest from Disney Parks—and beyond! From thrilling new stage shows to some not-so-jolly holiday news, we’ve got a jam-packed lineup for Disney fans of all kinds.
🎭 New Stage Shows at Hollywood Studios: Two all-new productions are making waves at Walt Disney World! We’re breaking down everything we know about Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After—a musical romp starring Maleficent, Cruella, and more—and The Little Mermaid: A Musical Adventure, a fresh spin on the beloved undersea tale.
🚀 Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Is Getting an Upgrade: Say goodbye to clunky blasters and hello to new tech! We’ve got the scoop on what’s changing (and what we hope doesn’t) at this Magic Kingdom favorite.
🎄 Holiday Letdown at the Grand Floridian: One of the most iconic holiday displays at Walt Disney World is getting downsized this year—and fans aren’t exactly full of cheer.
🦖 New Rex Meet and Greet at Disneyland: Our favorite nervous dinosaur is coming to Pixar Pier! We talk about the adorable addition to Disneyland’s character lineup.
💸 Disney Summer Deals: Planning a trip? We’re breaking down Disney’s latest discounts and promos to help you save some magic this summer.
🎬 Live-Action Tangled Hits a Snag: The live-action remake of Tangled is officially paused—what’s behind the delay, and what could it mean for other remakes?
🎲 PLUS: We Play Clue-by-Clue – Water Rides Edition! Can you guess the Disney World water ride before Abby does? Play along with our latest round of Clue-by-Clue!
Whether planning a park day or dreaming of Dole Whip, this episode has something for every Disney fan.
Timecodes
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:19) New Shade in Toy Story Land
(00:02:02) Opening Date for Hollywood Studios Shows
(00:06:47) Space Ranger Spin Closing
(00:09:18) New Toy Story Meet & Greet
(00:10:29) Crummy Disney Christmas News
(00:12:58) Minnie Vacay
(00:14:23) Summer Disney Deals
(00:20:32) GAME | Disney Water Rides
(00:29:43) Live-Action Tangled Cancelled?
(00:33:02) Next Time on Big Thunder Pod...
🏰 Get ready to experience the magic as we unravel the excitement surrounding the grand openings, new attractions, thrilling updates, and the latest buzz from Disney and Universal Studios.
🎢 Tune in now for an action-packed episode filled with excitement, laughter, and everything in between. Don't miss out on the adventure – hit play and enjoy the ride!
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🎙️ This week on the Big Thunder Podcast, we're diving into some enchanting new announcements from Disney and Pixar! 🌟
💀 First up, we're talking about the just-announced Coco 2 — what we know, what we hope to see, and why we’re both crying already 😭🎸.
🦸♂️ Then, it'll be clobberin' time in California when the Fantastic Four meet-and-greet comes to Disneyland!
🕵️♀️ Next, we play a brand-new round of Deception Detection, this time with a Snow White twist! Can YOU spot the lie in the fairest tale of them all? 🍎✨
🎬 And finally, we give our honest thoughts on the brand-new Snow White movie — what worked, what didn’t, and whether it truly lived up to the magic of the original.
It’s a jam-packed episode full of fairy tales, superheroes, and a little bit of mischief. Don't miss it! 💫
Timecodes
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:03:03) Coco 2 in Development
(00:05:59) Fantastic 4 Meet and Greet
(00:08:28) New Droids to Disney World
(00:09:38) Characters at Resorts
(00:10:26) Minnie Vacay
(00:11:41) Free Disney Dining Plans
(00:14:21) Snow White Game - Deception Detection
(00:28:41) No Spoilers - Snow White Movie Thoughts
(00:36:15) SPOILERS! Snow White Movie Thoughts
(00:44:38) Next Time on Big Thunder Pod...
🏰 Get ready to experience the magic as we unravel the excitement surrounding the grand openings, new attractions, thrilling updates, and the latest buzz from Disney and Universal Studios.
🎢 Tune in now for an action-packed episode filled with excitement, laughter, and everything in between. Don't miss out on the adventure – hit play and enjoy the ride!
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🚨 HUGE Theme Park & Movie News! 🚨 On this episode of The Big Thunder Podcast, we break down the latest updates from Disney and Universal, including Level99 coming to Disney Springs 🎯, fresh details on the Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, TX 🎢, and the end of virtual queues for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure & Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind 🎶!
PLUS, breaking news out of SXSW on the new Monsters, Inc. and Cars rides, as well as the Stark Flight Lab coming to Disneyland! 🏰⚡
But that’s not all—we also share our thoughts on Captain America: Brave New World 🇺🇸🦅 and play "Trademark! The Ride™", where we test our knowledge of the exact, corporate-approved names of attractions at the Magic Kingdom! 🎠🏆
Don’t miss this jam-packed episode full of theme park fun, movie talk, and Disney deep dives! 🎧✨
Timecodes
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:02:03) Level99 Coming to Disney Springs
(00:04:24) Universal's New Kids Resort
(00:08:29) Pteranodon Flyers Reopens
(00:09:34) Pixar Movie's New Release Date
(00:10:35) SXSW Updates
(00:16:32) Minnie Vacay
(00:17:43) Virtual Queues End at Disney World
(00:20:26) GAME: Trademark! The Ride™
(00:29:04) Captain America: Brave New World - Spoiler Free
(00:42:40) Captain America SPOILERS
(00:46:51) Next Time on Big Thunder Pod...
🏰 Get ready to experience the magic as we unravel the excitement surrounding the grand openings, new attractions, thrilling updates, and the latest buzz from Disney and Universal Studios.
🎢 Tune in now for an action-packed episode filled with excitement, laughter, and everything in between. Don't miss out on the adventure – hit play and enjoy the ride!
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In this episode of Big Thunder Podcast, we break down the closing of It’s Tough to Be a Bug! at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and what to expect from its replacement, Zootopia: Better Together 🐞➡️🌆.
Then, we react to the brand-new trailers for Marvel’s The Fantastic Four: First Steps 🦸♂️🔥 and Jurassic World: Rebirth 🦖⚠️—which one has us more excited?
Next, we help you bring the magic of Universal’s Butterbeer season home 🍻✨, and we meet the newest (and cutest!) addition to Animal Kingdom, baby tiger Bakso 🐯💛.
Finally, with Captain America: Brave New World hitting theaters, we play The Final Exam 📚🇺🇸—where Abby puts her knowledge of Captain America to the test, answering questions about the comics, movies, and even real American history!
Don’t miss this jam-packed episode full of theme park updates, movie hype, and Marvel fun! 🎢🎥🔥
Timecodes
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:28) It's Tough to Be a Bug! Closing Date
(00:04:01) Butterbeer Season
(00:06:05) Fantastic Four: First Step Trailer
(00:09:19) Jurassic World: Rebirth Trailer Reaction
(00:17:07) Minnie Vacay
(00:18:27) Animal Kingdom's New Baby Tiger
(00:20:31) Captain America Quiz
(00:33:14) Captain America Ride Pitches
(00:35:38) Next Time on big Thunder Pod...
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🎢 Tune in now for an action-packed episode filled with excitement, laughter, and everything in between. Don't miss out on the adventure – hit play and enjoy the ride!
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In this episode, we’ve got all the latest Disney buzz, starting with breaking news 📰 about Jellyrolls on the Disney Boardwalk—will it be saying goodbye or just going through a transformation? You won’t want to miss the scoop on this beloved piano bar 🎹🍸.
Then, Muppets Courtyard closure dates at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! 🚪🎭 We break down what’s coming next for this iconic area and what you can expect during the transition.
And we finally know what Disney is doing with the former Star Wars "hotel" - the Galactic Starcruiser!
Plus, we put our Disney knowledge to the test with a fun game called “Second Opinions” 🎲! In this game, we guess the lowest-rated Disney World rides and shows based on their 5-star Yelp reviews—yes, you read that right! Prepare for some surprising takes and laughs as we try to figure out which attractions are secretly disliked despite their glowing reviews. 😅
Tune in for the laughs, the news, and all the Disney drama you didn’t know you needed! 🎧✨
Timecodes
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:26) Jellyrolls Closing on the Boardwalk
(00:04:17) Muppet Courtyard Closing Dates
(00:08:03) Galactic Starcruiser Update
(00:11:34) ¡Celebración Encanto!
(00:13:07) How to Make Your Own Tiara
(00:15:17) Minnie Vacay
(00:16:33) Lightning Lane Latest
(00:20:07) Guess Disney's Worst Rated Ride & Shows
(00:34:44) Next Time on Big Thunder Pod...
🏰 Get ready to experience the magic as we unravel the excitement surrounding the grand openings, new attractions, thrilling updates, and the latest buzz from Disney and Universal Studios.
🎢 Tune in now for an action-packed episode filled with excitement, laughter, and everything in between. Don't miss out on the adventure – hit play and enjoy the ride!
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In this episode of the Big Thunder Podcast, we’re breaking down all the latest news from Disney and Universal! 📰✨
🎢 Universal’s Stella Nova Resort – Get the scoop on this brand-new resort near Epic Universe. Is it worth the hype? 🤩
👨⚖️ Daredevil: Born Again – We’re diving into the new trailer for Marvel’s much-anticipated series. What can fans expect? 🦸♂️🔥
🦖 Pteranodon Flyers Reopening? – Rumors are swirling about this classic Universal ride. Could it really be coming back? Let’s speculate! 👀
🎨 EPCOT's International Festival of the Arts – From stunning exhibits to delicious eats, we share what we’re most excited about. 🌍🎭🍴
🎥 Monster Movie Madness Game – Beau puts Abby’s knowledge to the test with a fun game where she has to guess if a monster movie is real or if he made it up. Will she catch the fakes? 🧟♀️🦑🧛
🐺 Beau’s Wolf Man Review – Beau shares his thoughts on the new Wolf Man movie, including what worked, what didn’t, and why he thinks today’s youth might struggle to sit through it.
It’s a jam-packed episode full of news, laughs, and spooky fun! Don’t miss it! 🎧✨
Timecodes
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:02:08) Festival of the Arts
(00:09:41) New Daredevil Trailer
(00:14:36) Pteranodon Flyer Testing
(00:16:10) Minnie Vacay
(00:17:20) Stella Nova Resort
(00:23:58) Monster Movie Game
(00:32:28) Wolf Man Thoughts
(00:36:23) Next Time on Big Thunder Pod…
🏰 Get ready to experience the magic as we unravel the excitement surrounding the grand openings, new attractions, thrilling updates, and the latest buzz from Disney and Universal Studios.
🎢 Tune in now for an action-packed episode filled with excitement, laughter, and everything in between. Don't miss out on the adventure – hit play and enjoy the ride!
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On this episode of the Big Thunder Podcast, we kick off the new year by diving into all the major movies coming from Disney 🎥✨ and Universal 🎢🎬 in 2025. From animated adventures 🐭 to blockbuster franchises 🦖, we share their excitement and predict which films will top their must-watch lists.
Plus, we catch up on the latest news that broke during our holiday break, including Universal’s not-so-shocking decision to close Rip Ride Rockit 🎶🚀, speculation about The Simpsons 👨👩👦👦 joining Disney Parks, the announcement of the highly-anticipated Bluey movie 🐾🎞️, and much more!
▶️ Watch AMELIA 2.0 on YouTube! It's a sci-fi cult classic co-produced by Beau! https://youtu.be/y0YnYCFEbqI?si=6JwmB8AZeFke7WV3
Timecodes
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:44) Universal Closing Rip Ride Rockit
(00:03:58) New Title for Wicked 2
(00:06:01) Are The Simpsons Moving to Disney Parks?
(00:08:46) Bluey Movie, Coming to Parks
(00:13:06) Minnie Vacay
(00:14:16) Disney Vacation Deals
(00:17:18) Disney/Universal Films of 2025
(00:39:21) The Films We'll Like Best
(00:39:58) Next Time on Big Thunder Pod...
🏰 Get ready to experience the magic as we unravel the excitement surrounding the grand openings, new attractions, thrilling updates, and the latest buzz from Disney and Universal Studios.
🎢 Tune in now for an action-packed episode filled with excitement, laughter, and everything in between. Don't miss out on the adventure – hit play and enjoy the ride!
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This week, we’re rolling out the red carpet for the First-Ever Thundie Awards, our delightfully ridiculous award show honoring films, television, and theme parks! 🎥🎢📺 From the FOMO Event of the Year to the Most Interesting Antagonist, no category is too absurd for this celebration of pop culture fun. 🏅✨
We also dive into some major Disney news, including the live-action adaptation of Tangled currently in development 🏰🌸 and the bittersweet announcement of the impending closure of DINOSAUR 🦖.
Plus, with Mufasa: The Lion King roaring into theaters soon 🦁🎶, we pitch our ideas for what other Disney and Pixar dads deserve their own prequel spinoffs—because let’s face it, some of them have stories to tell! 🛶🍳🌟
Grab your popcorn and get ready for laughs, debates, and more than a few questionable Thundie winners. It’s all happening on this week’s episode of the Big Thunder Podcast! 🎉🎧
Timecodes
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:48) Live-Action TANGLED in Development
(00:07:01) DINOSAUR Open Longer than Expected
(00:08:38) Minnie Vacay
(00:09:47) Save Muppet Courtyard
(00:11:55) The Thundie Awards
(00:31:09) Other Films Based on Disney Dads
(00:39:57) Next Time on Big Thunder Pod...
🏰 Get ready to experience the magic as we unravel the excitement surrounding the grand openings, new attractions, thrilling updates, and the latest buzz from Disney and Universal Studios.
🎢 Tune in now for an action-packed episode filled with excitement, laughter, and everything in between. Don't miss out on the adventure – hit play and enjoy the ride!
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🌊✨ MOANA 2 REACTIONS! ✨🌊 One of us didn’t exactly love it—can you guess who? 🤔 We share our honest thoughts on this new film and see how it stacks up against the original.
Plus, we break down Disney World’s brand-new resort announcement 🏰, a surprising Disney/NBA crossover event coming to Disney+ 🏀, and all the buzz from EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays! 🎄❄️
Stick around as we play Retain, Retheme, Retire! This time, it’s all about EPCOT's rides, foods, and attractions. Which ones are perfect? Which need a refresh? And which should sail off into the sunset? 🌅
Timecodes
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:41) New Disney World Resort Announced
(00:04:31) Disney/NBA Crossover for Disney+
(00:08:11) Minnie Vacay
(00:09:40) Epcot's Festival of the Holidays
(00:14:57) Retain, Retheme, Retire: Epcot
(00:33:41) Moana 2 Reactions
(00:58:15) Next Time on Big Thunder Pod
🏰 Get ready to experience the magic as we unravel the excitement surrounding the grand openings, new attractions, thrilling updates, and the latest buzz from Disney and Universal Studios.
🎢 Tune in now for an action-packed episode filled with excitement, laughter, and everything in between. Don't miss out on the adventure – hit play and enjoy the ride!
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Join us for an exciting episode packed with Disney and Universal news, fun trivia, and reviews! 🎬✨
🚀 Muppets Courtyard Updates: Dive into the latest changes coming to Muppets Courtyard at Disney's Hollywood Studios. What’s next for our favorite Muppet friends? 🐸🎭
🌊 Moana Trivia Challenge: Think you know all about Moana? Play along as Abby tests her knowledge in a fun Moana-themed trivia game! 🌺🌊
🧙♀️ Wicked Review: We share our thoughts on the highly anticipated Wicked adaptation. Does it defy gravity or fall flat? 🧹💚
🐉 How to Train Your Dragon (Live-Action): Excited about the upcoming live-action adaptation? One of us has reservations! 🐲🔥
⚡ Lightning Lane Premiere Pass Updates: Get the latest scoop on Disney’s Lightning Lane Premiere Pass—the new change that lets more fans get in on the fun! 🏰🎟️
Perfect for Disney fans, Muppets lovers, and Universal Studios enthusiasts! 🥳
Timecodes
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:54) Muppet Changes at Hollywood Studios
(00:06:01) Save Muppet Courtyard Merch
(00:07:44) Muppets Wrap-Up
(00:08:55) Live-Action How to Train Your Dragon Thoughts
(00:16:35) Minnie Vacay
(00:17:49) Lightning Lane Premier Pass Update
(00:20:50) Moana Trivia Game
(00:31:45) Non-Spoiler Wicked Reaction
(00:42:19) Wicked Spoilers
(00:48:24) Non-Spoiler Wicked Wrap-Up
(00:54:55) Next Time on Big Thunder Pod...
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In this episode of the Big Thunder Podcast, Beau and Abby dive into the ultimate holiday showdown 🎄🎢 as they compare the Christmas festivities at Disney World ✨ and Universal Studios Resort 🎅. They also explore the magical details of the newly opened Wicked Experience 🧙♀️ and share reactions to this year's Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 🎁 and Jollywood Nights 🎶. Get ready for festive fun and insider insights into the season’s most enchanting offerings! 🌟
TIMECODES
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:11) The Wicked Experience at Universal
(00:07:47) Villains Land Update
(00:10:26) Minnie Vacay
(00:11:47) Epic Universe Update
(00:14:41) Christmas at Disney & Universal
(00:42:54) Christmas Party Reactions
(00:47:22) Next Week on Big Thunder Pod...
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It's a ROLLBACK! This week we're revisiting two of your favorite games - Second Opinions: Disney Dining, where Abby has to guess the worst restaurant in each Disney Park based on its 5-star review, and Soundbite Cinema: Christmas Edition, where Abby has to guess the Disney Christmas movie based off of a 10-second audio clip.
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Timecodes
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:55) Second Opinions: Disney Dining
(00:15:28) Minnie Vacay
(00:16:31) Soundbite Cinema: Disney Christmas Movies
(00:28:15) Next Time on Big Thunder Pod...
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🎄🍪 In this festive episode of the Big Thunder Podcast, we’re diving into all the holiday goodies you can try at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2024! We break down the must-try treats, exclusive drinks, and can’t-miss snacks that’ll make your Christmas trip to Disney World extra magical. ✨
👻🤖But that’s not all—Universal Orlando just gave us a first look at the animatronics for Monsters Unchained at Epic Universe, and they’re as terrifying as they are impressive! We’re sharing our thoughts on these jaw-dropping new additions that’ll bring the scares in a big way.
Whether you’re planning a cozy Disney holiday or a thrilling day at Universal, we’ve got all the latest details to help make this season unforgettable!
TIMECODES
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:35) Epic Universe Animatronics
(00:04:03) HHN in Las Vegas
(00:05:58) Epcot Holidays Update
(00:07:20) Minnie Vacay
(00:08:36) Our Very Merry Party Experience
(00:13:04) Very Merry Party Menu
(00:21:58) When to Xmas Decorate
(00:23:36) Next Time on Big Thunder Pod...
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🎃 This week on the Big Thunder Podcast 🎃, join Beau and Abby for a haunted Halloween special as they dive into the chilling tales of 5 real ghosts said to haunt Disney Parks! From eerie encounters on Disneyland rides to spectral sightings in Disneyland, we reveal some of the spookiest stories behind the Disney magic.
Then, we dish on the Cake Bake Shop opening and what’s on the menu for Disney foodies! We also cover the closing of Star Wars Trading Post at Disney Springs, and for the horror movie buffs, we take a look at low-budget horror flicks based on public domain Disney characters. Perfect for Disney fans looking for Halloween thrills! 🎃👻
TIMECODES
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:06:10) Cake Bak Shop Lowers Prices
(00:11:31) Star Wars Store Closes
(00:15:27) New Monster Meet & Greet
(00:16:49) Minnie Vacay
(00:18:04) Epcot Festival of the Arts
(00:21:46) Top 10 Halloween Candy
(00:23:36) Real Disney Ghosts
(00:37:32) Cheap Horror Movies Based on Disney
(00:44:08) Next Time on Big Thunder Pod...
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🎃👻 Disney and Universal fans, you won’t want to miss this jam-packed video! We break down the new Lightning Lane Premiere Pass—how much it costs, what it includes, and whether it’s worth it compared to Universal’s Express Pass.
Plus, we share HUGE news, including the opening date for Universal’s Epic Universe, the year-long closure of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom, and the permanent closure of several attractions in DinoLand, USA at Animal Kingdom. 🦕
And if that’s not enough, we also reveal the celebrity narrators for this year’s Candlelight Processional at EPCOT! 🎤✨
But wait—there's more! In this video, we design our dream Disney Halloween Party at EPCOT 🎃, complete with spooky food, fun character meet-and-greets, and epic entertainment. If you love Disney Halloween vibes, this is for you! 🎃🍬
TIMECODES
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:14) Epic Universe Opening Date
(00:06:49) Big Thunder Mountain Extended Closure
(00:08:12) First DinoLand, USA Closures
(00:11:07) Little Mermaid Show Delayed
(00:12:31) New Lightning Lane Premier Pass
(00:26:10) Minnie Vacay
(00:27:11) Candlelight Processional Lineup
(00:30:07) Our Dream Halloween Party
(00:46:29) Next Week on Big Thunder Pod...
🏰 Get ready to experience the magic as we unravel the excitement surrounding the grand openings, new attractions, thrilling updates, and the latest buzz from Disney and Universal Studios.
🎢 Tune in now for an action-packed episode filled with excitement, laughter, and everything in between. Don't miss out on the adventure – hit play and enjoy the ride!
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