A podcast about theme parks whose original tagline is deeply outdated. Strap in as Mike Carlson, Jason Sheridan and Scott Gairdner share the WAY-too-many things they know about Disney, Universal, and beyond. Produced by the Forever Dog Podcast Network.
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Griffin Newman joins to explore the Fast & Furious franchise's unexpected journey, from its humble origins to its theme park adaptations. The hosts dissect the controversial "Extreme Close-Up" dancing cars attraction, revealing Universal's strategic use of KUKA arm technology and the surprising comedic and romantic potential of sentient vehicles. They also touch on the franchise's chaotic narrative, Vin Diesel's growing power, and the lingering debate over what truly constitutes a "sublime" theme park experience.
PTR is ready for it's close-up Mr. Demille!* *(Hilarious reference to famous Hollywood film "Sunset Blvd") Current Universal team member Steve Szlaga joins the boys to talk about the famous film sets on the Universal Tram Tour. Tickets for Scott Performs The 2006 Universal Tour at Dynasty Typewriter available here: https://www.squadup.com/hosts/7408591/events FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride...
Go ape with this ape-sized episode that discusses the backlot tour's greatest ape attraction, The King Kong Encounter. (it had a big robot ape) Former tram guide David Love checks in with PTR to reminisce about ape antics and his tram glory days with his old coworker Scott. Tickets for Scott Performs The 2006 Universal Tour at Dynasty Typewriter available here: https://www.squadup.com/hosts/7408591/events FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide ...
This episode kicks off "SepTRAMber" with former Universal Studio Tour guides Scott and Drew McWeeny, joined by Mike Carlson and Jason Sheridan. They dive into their personal and professional experiences hosting the iconic tram tour, sharing amusing anecdotes about celebrity encounters, the evolution of the tour's attractions, and the unique challenges and joys of the job. The discussion highlights the tour's historical significance and its lasting impact on their lives, blending behind-the-scenes insights with nostalgic reflections on the entertainment industry.
Heidi Gardner joins PTR to share family tales from Kansas City, Missouri's theme park "Worlds of Fun." A park that packs multiple planets' worth of enjoyment into 235 acres. *Podcast: The Ride has discontinued the "bring an empty can of Sprite, get a podcast episode free" promotion. Sprite no longer wants to be affiliated with Podcast: The Ride and it's sometimes bawdy discussions. "Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit" episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLO...
Tom Scharpling (The Best Show, Double Threat) joins the PTR boys in a tiny, frustrating, pirate-themed escape room for "fun." They get on the ground, turn large wheels and push through game-based fatigue in order to avoid embarrassment in front of the Escapology employees. " The Michael Graves Causeway " episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.ins...
PTR and the returning Chelsea Rebecca (Dead Meat) don capes and cloaks and little half masks to travel undetected through Epic Universe's new monster-themed land. Do they enjoy the dyed food and gentleman monsters? " The Michael Graves Causeway " episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride BUY PODCAST: THE RIDE MERCH: ...
Enjoy this sample of P:TR - The Second Gate. Find even more Second Gate episodes at Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide Mike posted a photo of himself and Michael Eisner a few weeks ago. This podcast is the story of that photo. FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride BUY PODCAST: THE RIDE MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/podcast-the-ride PODCAST THE RIDE IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/podcasts/podc...
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A tournament in July? Yes! It was the only way we could determine the best creature found in Universal's newest park, Epic Universe. From dragons to birds to freaky sad rhinos, the boys and Carlye Wisel (Very Amusing Podcast) determine what creature stands above the rest! " Michael Meets Eisner " episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podc...
Happy Birthday Disneyland! Your gift is a freewheeling conversation about your origins, your new robot and a whole bunch of weird stuff that somehow makes sense in the context of this bizarre podcast. Cheers to your Platinum Anniversary! " Michael Meets Eisner " episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride BUY PODCAST: THE RIDE ...
Put on some clunky VR headsets! Marisa Pinson and Jon Glover (On Brand Podcast) take Mike and Scott to a virtual reality Titanic thing. Hear their tales of being lectured by dead-eyed Playstation 2-looking characters, or how they awkwardly tried to use a Titanic toilet. " Michael Meets Eisner " episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride...
Live from the Tin Roof Orlando on beautiful I-Drive! This was the second live PTR show of the night and Mike was hammered. (Someone sent him a single complimentary shot of Casamigos during show 1). The boys and Mr. Morrow recap their favorite things about Universal's new theme park including viking cones and monster feet. " Bug Mane Does Whatever He Wants " episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide...
In 1988, The Magical World of Disney aired an ambitious special celebrating Mickey Mouse's 60th birthday. Sitcom character guest appearances, a sorcerer Mickey return and a lot of references to MURDER. Eisner is in there too, don't worry. The returning Joe Kwaczala helps us break it all down, from his personal VHS that includes all the original commercials. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=377WMqwuQbs Joe Kwaczala's feature film AMERICAN COMIC is debuting at the Chinese Theater in Hollywood, Sund...
Live from Orlando, a beautiful rat funeral for a somewhat controversial rat-centric pizza restaurant. This episode contains cheers, boos and very special Pizzerizzo-related guests! Goodbye sweet rat-prince! " More Fantasmic! " episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride BUY PODCAST: THE RIDE MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/podcast-the-ride P...
Hal Rudnick(Screen Junkies) laces up his cleats and The Good Boys double knot their comfortable, arch-supported shoes to examine the intersection of baseball and theme parks! " More Fantasmic! " episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride BUY PODCAST: THE RIDE MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/podcast-the-ride PODCAST THE RIDE IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST ...
For almost 30 years, Jellyrolls rocked Disney World guests with it's dueling piano magic. But now? High energy piano versions of popular music will be sung no more. Jellyrolls has closed. Candice LeRae and Johnny Gargano return to Podcast: The Ride to unpack their feelings about this historic place. Will they side with Jellyrolls lover Mike or Jellyrolls disliker Scott? And where does Jason stand on this important matter? The stakes have never been higher. " Breastaurants " episode is up a...
Enjoy this sample of P:TR - The Second Gate. Find even more Second Gate episodes at Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide This one time at the Ice Capades, Mr. Belvedere actor Christopher Hewett played King Koopa. With appearances from Jason Bateman, Alyssa Milano, and Princess Toadstool by way of Mae West. FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride BUY PODCAST: THE RIDE MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/podcast-the-ride PODCAST THE RID...
Alan Siegel, author of "Stupid TV, Be More Funny ", brings tales from the Simpsons writers' room, Disney jail and Moe's Tavern (the one at Universal). " Unlicensed Theme Park Scented Candles (Club 3) " episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride BUY PODCAST: THE RIDE MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/podcast-the-ride PODCAST THE RIDE IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST ...
Some people call area loops: "theme park background music." Others refer to area loops as: "the noise coming out of a speaker that emotionally corresponds to the type of themed space where the speaker is located." Regardless, theme park lands wouldn't be the same without area loops! Kevin Tully returns in a non Avatar-related scenario, to chill and jam out with this eclectic selection of area loops. " American Gladiators Dinner Theater " episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide ...
Paul Scheer returns to discuss the first ever Universal Studios "Fan Fest Nights," a non scary Halloween Horror Nights-type event. Fan Fest Nights offers immersive experiences like walking on the bridge of the Starship Enterprise or getting yelled at by any number of Back to the Future characters (even obscure ones)! " Unlicensed Theme Park Scented Candles (Club 3) " episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://ww...
The Disneyland 70th anniversary celebration continues with discussion of this iconic attraction! *We know it's technically called Mad Tea Party, we don't care! " Unlicensed Theme Park Scented Candles (Club 3) " episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride BUY PODCAST: THE RIDE MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/podcast-the-ride PODCAST THE RIDE IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST https://foreverdogpod...
Jayne Claire returns to talk about her two LOVES: Jason Sheridan and Doug Funnie. (The Doug Funnie that appeared in a short-lived Disney's Hollywood Studios live show). "The Rules: Fake Office Final Four " episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride BUY PODCAST: THE RIDE MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/podcast-the-ride PODCAST THE RIDE IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST https://foreverdogpodcasts...
Mike and Scott flew to Orlando and took a little look-see at Universal's newest, portal-based theme park: Epic Universe! Whoa! "The Rules: Fake Office Final Four " episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride BUY PODCAST: THE RIDE MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/podcast-the-ride PODCAST THE RIDE IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/podcasts/podcast-the-ride Learn more ...
The office. A work area. A room to get things done. A place to look at before you get on a ride? YES. Think about it. As you walk in fits and starts through the queue of your favorite attraction, there will often be an office. A place where the ride characters do paperwork, pay bills and store a lot of their shit. What makes a good one? Which fake office is best? And which office would help make doing taxes a little more tolerable because there’s something dumb on the wall. Today on Podcast The ...
Enjoy this sample of P:TR - The Second Gate. Find even more Second Gate episodes at Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide Find out how Walt Disney's injury in a polo game led to the creation of the modern theme park. FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride BUY PODCAST: THE RIDE MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/podcast-the-ride PODCAST THE RIDE IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/podcasts/podcast-the-ride Learn more abo...
Disneyland's 70th Anniversary starts now! We storm the castle and discuss all the important stuff, like how cats used to live in there. "Mike Gets All This Puppet Business Out of His System" episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride BUY PODCAST: THE RIDE MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/podcast-the-ride PODCAST THE RIDE IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/podcasts/p...
Scott worked on the Oscars telecast and Universal Hollywood worked on evicting many businesses. Both endevaors were very successful. "Mickey Mouse Disco" episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride BUY PODCAST: THE RIDE MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/podcast-the-ride PODCAST THE RIDE IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/podcasts/podcast-the-ride Learn more about your...
Theme park vloggers Kitra Remick and Peter Sciretta (Ordinary Adventures) board the U.S.S. PTR to talk room service, making in-park video content and the theme park vloggers cinematic universe. Surprisingly, Jason's favorite cruise- based show Dr. Odyssey doesn't come up. "Mickey Mouse Disco" episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride BUY PODCAST: THE RIDE MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stor...
Disneyland recently installed new technology that will change the way guests enter the park forever! Prepare to be informed and entertained as PTR breaks down this exciting news! "Mickey Mouse Disco" episode is up at: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride BUY PODCAST: THE RIDE MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/podcast-the-ride PODCAST THE RIDE IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/p...
