THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki talk review two different events. First is DC Heroes and Villains Fest at Six Flags Magic Mountain. Then they talk about Ghost Town Alive/Knott's Summer Nights at Knott's Berry Farm! There is also a MASSIVE announcement at the start of the epsiode that you shouldn't miss! Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: www.uuopodcast.com Check out our Shir...
Jul 01, 2025•1 hr 10 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki talk about the latest news in the themed entertainment space. First up with HHN announcements! Fallout and Jason are coming to HHN in Hollywood and Orlando. Then with the Theme Park Bulletin, we have updates on Montezooma's Revenge at Knott's Berry Farm, Universal Mega Movie Summer at Universal Studios Hollywood, and MORE! Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkdu...
Jun 17, 2025•50 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki give their TOP 5 things they want to see happen at Universal Studios Hollywood AP Events. It's an event that is dedicated to Annual Passholders, therefore it should have some unique and exclusive experiences! They also talk about the latest HHN Hollywood rumors and what might be coming to HHN in 2025! Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: www.uuo...
May 28, 2025•53 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe sits down with Matt Fallows of Soft Play to discuss who Soft Play is and how listeners might know them already! With over 40 years of experience and expertise, Soft Play bring to life the power of play. Learn about the creative process in creating play equipment and some unknown facts about the business on this unique episode of the show. Follow us on Social Media: @theme...
May 13, 2025•44 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe review their experiences at Universal Fan Fest Nights! This is an ALL NEW after hours event at Universal Studios Hollywood and it's different from anything they've done before. Is it worth a trip to the park? Listen and find out! Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: www.uuopodcast.com Check out our Shirts: Teepublic.com...
Apr 29, 2025•1 hr 13 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe sit down to rate the different foods they had at Knott's Berry Farm for Boysenberry Festival. They also break down the different entertainment offerings during this special event at the park. Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: www.uuopodcast.com Check out our Shirts: Teepublic.com...
Apr 15, 2025•52 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe sit down with Rebecca Knights! She is the founder of The Grey Ghost Project and the resident Paranormal Investigator aboard The RMS Queen Mary in Long Beach, CA! Learn a bit about Rebecca's beliefs in the paranormal, her phlosophy, and hear some ghost stories from The Queen Mary too! It's an extra spooky episode this week! Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkdu...
Apr 02, 2025•1 hr 15 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe talk about the recent closure of Fast and Furious: Supercharged at Universal Studios Hollywood to make way for Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift in 2026. They also come up with their own idea of what could replace the "finale" to the Studio Tour! Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: www.uuopodcast.com Check out our Shirts: Teepublic.com...
Mar 12, 2025•54 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks Season Premiere episode, Nikki and Gabe visit Knott's Berry Farm for Knott's Peanuts Celebration. An event that celebrations the Peanuts Gang! They talk food, merchandise, entertainment, and experiences. Learn some tips and tricks for your upcoming trip to Knott's! Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: www.uuopodcast.com Check out our Shirts: Teepublic.com...
Feb 25, 2025•52 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks Season Finale episode, Gabe and Nikki finally talk about their trip to Universal Orlando Resort! They break down their entire trip! From their flights, to the food, new experiences (like Velocicoaster and Hagrids) and more! There's even some tips and tricks for those who don't visit these parks as often, like us. Hopefully they will help with your upcoming trip to Orlando. Follow us on...
Dec 17, 2024•2 hr 16 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe chat about their experiences at Knott's Merry Farm! Knott's Berry Farm turns into a holiday wonderland during the Winter season. Snow in Ghost Town, specialty food and drink, entertainment galore and more! Learn about what food to try, what shows to see and what to experience during your visit to the park. Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: ww...
Dec 03, 2024•1 hr 3 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe chat about Halloween...STILL! Gabe was able to work a home haunt this year and he talks about his first hand experience working as a monster! Gabe also sits down with Author Erin K. Browne to chat about her latest book "The Ultimate Guide to Dollywood!" Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: www.uuopodcast.com Check out our Shirts: Teepublic.com...
Nov 19, 2024•1 hr 17 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this bonus episode, you'll get a first hand perspective on what it was like taking our 6 year old to Knott's Scary Farm for the first time. We've been building up to this moment for a long time. We are so proud of her and how brave she was venturing into the fog of Scary Farm. Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: www.uuopodcast.com Check out our Shirts: Teepublic.com...
Nov 05, 2024•43 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki chats with Gabe about his experience at 3 different spooky events in Southern California. Gabe talks about Sleepwalkr 2.0, LA Haunted Hayride and Creep. All 3 are incredibly different, but how do they stack up? Listen and find out on this weeks episode. Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: www.uuopodcast.com Check out our Shirts: Teepublic.com...
Oct 22, 2024•58 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe discuss the return of Dark Harbor at the Queen Mary in Long Beach, California! Does it hold a candle to it's former self? Does it recapture the magic of it's predecessor? Do people want Shaqtoberfest back? Spoiler alert, the answer to that question is no! The entirety of the SoCal Haunt community celebrated the return of the popular event and now it's time to se...
Oct 08, 2024•57 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe discuss their experiences at Knott's Scary Farm! Each and every year, Knott's Berry Farm unveils the nightmares that await guests at it's seasonal halloween event. Does this year stack up to previous years? Listen and find out! Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: www.uuopodcast.com Check out our Shirts: Teepublic.com...
Sep 26, 2024•1 hr 23 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe sit down to discuss and review their experiences at Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood for 2024! We talk shows, scare zones, and all the houses! Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: www.uuopodcast.com Check out our Shirts: Teepublic.com...
Sep 25, 2024•1 hr 37 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe is joined by Gregg from Park Journey to discuss this years Fright Fest Extreme at Six Flags Magic Mountain! This years event is bigger than ever with 11 haunted houses and 9 scare zones. We break down our favorites of our experiences at Six Flags Magic Mountain! Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: www.uuopodcast.com Check out our Shirts: Teepublic.com...
Sep 19, 2024•1 hr 49 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe review their experiences at Halloween Horror Nights 33 in Universal Orlando Resort. We talk food, shows, scare zones, and houses! Get a West Coast perspective on an East Coast favorite. This is an XL spooky episode to start off the haunt season! Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: www.uuopodcast.com Check out our Shirts: Teepublic.com...
Sep 12, 2024•2 hr 7 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe sit down to discuss the announcements that came from the D23 Horizons Disney Experiences Showcase! Villains, Indiana Jones, Encanto, Coco, and MORE! Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: www.uuopodcast.com Check out our Shirts: Teepublic.com/themeparkduo...
Aug 20, 2024•1 hr 9 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks XL sized episode, Gabe and NIkki discuss and review Midsummer Scream 2024. What were the big moments from the weekend? What announcements did we experience from our favorite haunts? We have info from: Knott's Scary Farm, Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood, Six Flags Magic Mountain's Fright Fest Extreme, and Queen Mary's Dark Harbor! We also have a great little interview with John Murdy,...
Aug 06, 2024•2 hr 6 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe sits down with the DCL Duo to chat about Disney Cruise Lines and Top 5 Do's and Don'ts when planning and experiencing a Disney Cruise! Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: www.uuopodcast.com Check out our Shirts: Teepublic.com/themeparkduo...
Jul 23, 2024•1 hr 41 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki talk about Universal Epic Universe's latest reveal...DARK UNIVERSE! This will be the home to the newly imagined Universal Monsters and the highly anticipated "Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment. We also chat about the latest news surrounding Six Flags Fright Fest and it's transition into Fright Fest Extreme. And lastly, we talk about our experiences...
Jul 10, 2024•1 hr 13 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki talk about their experiences at Meow Wolf in Santa Fe, New Mexico! This bizarre, beautiful, and unique experience is unlike anything we've ever experienced. Find out all the details of this experience and everything Meow Wolf has to offer! Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: www.uuopodcast.com Check out our Shirts: Teepublic.com/themeparkduo...
Jun 25, 2024•51 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki talk the latest HHN News! Universal Orlando Resort recently announced their full slate of HHN Original houses. Then Universal Studios Hollywood and Orlando released information regarding their highly anticipated A Quiet Place haunted house! Also, learn about the newest addition to HHN...PREMIUM SCREAM NIGHT! Follow us on Social Media: @themeparkduo Follow UUOP: ...
Jun 11, 2024•50 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe sits down with Greg Daniels (AKA Seaweed), an extremely talented scare actor who spent many years crafting his skills at Knott's Scary Farm. Get a behind the scene look at what it takes to become a scare actor, the prep work that goes into a night of scaring, advice for up in coming monsters, and so much more! This will be the halloween fix you've been needing! Follow us ...
May 28, 2024•1 hr 24 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki sit down to discuss news in the world of themed entertainment! First up is the Theme Park Bulletin with Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift and the opening date for Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom. Then we are off to Haunting Headlines with a discussion about Halloween Horror Nights cryptic messages and videos surrounding this years event! Follow us on So...
May 15, 2024•43 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki sit down to discuss their paranormal investigation aboard the RMS Queen Mary with The Grey Ghost Project. This is a 3 hour paranormal investigation that takes place in the most paranormally active locations aboard the infamous vessel. Do you have what it takes to spend 3 hours trying to make contact to the other side? If so, The Grey Ghost Project is right for y...
Apr 30, 2024•1 hr 9 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe sits down with Special Guest Ryan Batcheller to talk about his virtual recreation of the Indiana Jones Adventure attraction at Disneyland in California. From the rats, snakes, booby traps, and maybe even curses; Ryan has painstakingly recreated the beloved attraction. You can actually watch it HERE . But The Duo don't stop there! They also talk industry news with Epic Uni...
Apr 16, 2024•1 hr 20 min
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki talk about and review their experiences with Scream Break at Six Flags Magic Mountain! It's one giant party with the undead, and this is your chance to get your dose of vitamin SCREAM! Learn about the scare zones, shows, entertainment, haunted houses and MORE! This is a very personal episode for us too, because we were finally able to bring out kiddo with us. Tu...
Apr 02, 2024•1 hr 24 min
