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The Inside Universal Podcast

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A Universal Parks & Resorts Podcast - discussing both Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood. This semi-monthly show takes an informal, roundtable look at the month's biggest news.

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Episodes

  1. Let's Talk Universal Fan Fest Nights

    Jonathan Green and Sydney Newman discuss everything about Universal Studios Hollywood's new event - Universal Fan Fest Nights and talk about the recent sneak peek preview that was presented last week.

  2. Let's Talk CityWalk at Universal Studios Hollywood

    Jonathan Green and Chris Lord reunite to discuss everything about CityWalk Hollywood - from its beginnings and historical significance to Universal Studios Hollywood to its current challenges and what they would like to see in the future.

  3. Inside Universal Podcast: The Studio Tour's 60th Anniversary

    The Diamond Anniversary is upon us as the Studio Tour turns 60! Jonathan Green and Chris Lord return to discuss what Universal Studios Hollywood is doing for the celebration and reflect on the iconic attraction's history.

  4. The Inside Universal Podcast: Talking VelociCoaster with Shelby Honea, Show Producer at Universal Creative

    We interview Shelby Honea, Show Producer at Universal Creative, who helped bring the Jurassic World VelociCoaster to life; asking about the creative process and design of Universal's new hit roller coaster and the challenges of creating an attraction during last year's shutdown.

  5. The Inside Universal Podcast: A Taste of Universal Studios Hollywood Opening

    With Universal Studios Hollywood finally announcing a reopening date, we discuss our thoughts and views on the past year of the park's closures and expected safety protocols going forward. We also discuss the Taste of Universal event that is currently being held at Universal Studios Hollywood.

  6. The Inside Universal Podcast: 1-on-1 with Seth Kubersky

    We are joined by Seth Kubersky of the Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando to discuss the latest edition of his guide; how it deals with the ongoing pandemic, and his thoughts in general on the Universal Orlando Resort, as well as Mardi Gras 2021.

  7. Inside Universal Podcast presents: Reflections of Horror

    In this special episode, we discuss the past 10 years of Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando; counting down our Top 10 Haunted Houses & Scare Zones, as well as other memorable moments of the last decade.

  8. The Inside Universal Podcast: VelociPodcast

    We are joined by Joe from Touring Plans and Parkscope to discuss Universal Orlando officially announced the Jurassic World VelociCoaster; talking specifics and thoughts on the coaster specs and the concept art.

  9. The Inside Universal Podcast: A Halloween Testing Review

    Drew & Brian review Universal Orlando's Halloween Special Event Testing weekend; including the 2 haunted houses - The Bride of Frankenstein Lives! and Revenge of the Tooth Fairy.

  10. The Inside Universal Podcast: The Horrah (Kinda) Rises!

    Drew & Brian return to discuss the announcement of "Halloween Seasonal Experience Testing" at Universal Orlando; which will feature 2 daytime haunted houses - Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives and Revenge of the Tooth Fairy. We also discuss the awesome HHN@Home event that took...

  11. The Inside Universal Podcast: Dusting the Mics off

    The Inside Universal team discusses the latest on Universal parks, including Universal Orlando's reopening after its closure due to the Coronavirus pandemic and what we can expect for Hollywood's eventual reopening plans.

  12. The Inside Universal Podcast: The Road to Universal's Reopening

    The Inside Universal team discusses the latest on Universal parks, including Universal Orlando's reopening after its closure due to the Coronavirus pandemic and what we can expect for Hollywood's eventual reopening plans.

  13. The Inside Universal Podcast: Favorite First Memories at Universal Parks

    The Inside Universal team discusses the latest of Universal park closures due to the Coronavirus pandemic and our best guesses at the look ahead. We also discuss our favorite first memories of visiting the Universal parks.

  14. The Inside Universal Podcast: Mardicharged!

    We are joined by Joe from Parkscope and Touring Plans to discuss all the happenings at Universal Orlando from the past month - specifically Mardi Gras 2020, where we interview Blake Braswell, Creative Development Group – Show Director for Mardi Gras. We also discuss Running Universal's inaugural...

  15. The Inside Universal Podcast: New Decade, Same Non-Sense (and Super Nintendo World, too)

    The return of Hatetofly! Andy, Brian, and Drew discuss the recent Mardi Gras announcement, as well as the latest information that was released regarding Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan, including the interactive Power Up Bands.

  16. The Inside Universal Podcast: Holidays in Hollywood

    Happy New Year's Eve! The Hollywood gang gets together for one last 2019 podcast to talk about the Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood, EVE, Running Universal's Trolls Run, Bravo's Top Chef Food & Wine event in March, and Sydney talks about her Orlando trip.

  17. The Inside Universal Podcast: Rise of the Holidays

    In the last episode for 2019, Brian and Drew discuss the Holiday season at Universal Orlando as well as the reopening of the Green Eggs and Ham Cafe. We also interview Lora Sauls, Manager of Entertainment Creative Development and Show Direction for Universal Orlando, about this year's offerings.

  18. The Inside Universal Podcast: Horror Nights 29 Wrap-Up

    In this episode, we are joined by Joe, from Parkscope & Touring Plans, to wrap up and give our final thoughts on Halloween Horror Nights 29 and offer some early predictions for Halloween Horror Nights 30; as well as answering fan questions related to the Horrah!

  19. The Inside Universal Podcast: Bourne for Discussion

    It's time for another podcast! We discuss the announcement of the Bourne Stuntacular Stunt show, our experience at Dark Horizons, and some middle impressions of Halloween Horror Nights 29.

  20. The Inside Universal Podcast: Horror Nights Hollywood 2019 First Impressions Review

    It's time to talk Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood! Sydney Newman is joined by Chris Glass and Brian Glenn to talk first impressions and review the event, discussing all 10 houses, 5 scare zones, merchandise, and more!

  21. The Inside Universal Podcast: Talking Horror Nights 29 with Patrick Braillard

    Brian interviews Patrick Braillard, Creative Development Show Director at Universal Orlando, to discuss Halloween Horror Nights 29 at Universal Orlando, including the creative process of bringing this year's event to life.

  22. The Inside Universal Podcast: Horror Nights 29 First Impressions Review

    Opening Weekend has come and gone! Brian and Drew talk everything about Halloween Horror Nights 29, giving our first impressions and review of the event, discussing all 10 houses, 5 scare zones, the shows, and more!

  23. The Inside Universal Podcast: Horror Nights 29 Hype

    The Horrah Season is upon us! Brian and Drew talk everything Halloween Horror Nights 29, discussing all 10 houses, 5 scare zones, the shows, as well as offer tips for this year's event.

  24. Inside Universal Radio: Hollywood – 22. Expensivo!

    Chris Lord, Chris Glass, and Sydney Newman are back to discuss the latest happenings around Universal Studios Hollywood; including Pass Member Appreciation Days, the end of Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle, warp up thoughts on Jurassic World, and Midsummer Scream's Halloween Horror Nights panel, and...

  25. Inside Universal Radio: Orlando – 23. The One about Epic Universe

    Brian and Drew are joined by Joe from Parkscope to discuss Us and Graveyard Games being announced for Halloween Horror Nights 29, as well as the big news of Universal Orlando's new theme park announcement, Epic Universe.

  26. Inside Universal Radio: Orlando – 22. An Epic Catch-Up

    After a little bit of a hiatus; Brian, Drew, and Vincent return to discuss the Ghostbusters and Killer Klowns from Outer Space coming to Halloween Horror Nights, Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, and Universal's EPIC announcement teaser.

  27. Inside Universal Radio: Zoom Lens - Universal Studios Hollywood

    Our new Zoom Lens series presents something a bit different than our usual podcast releases. Each episode of Zoom Lens will offer an in-depth look at attractions, events, lands, and more around the Universal Parks & Resorts. In this episode, we take a look at the history of Universal Studios...

  28. Inside Universal Radio: Hollywood – 21. All Major Theme Parks Have Delays...

    Chris Lord, Chris Glass, and Sydney Newman are back to discuss the latest happenings around Universal Studios Hollywood; including Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem removal of 3D glasses, Halloween Horror Nights updates, Jurassic World and the handling of opening date announcements for Jurassic World...

  29. Inside Universal Radio: Zoom Lens - Jurassic Park: River Adventure (From Jurassic Park to Jurassic World) Pt. 1

    Our new Zoom Lens series presents something a bit different than our usual podcast releases. Each episode of Zoom Lens will offer an in-depth look at attractions, events, lands, and more around the Universal Parks & Resorts. In this episode, we take a look at the history and making of the…

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  30. Inside Universal Radio: Hollywood – 20. Universal Finds a Way

    The Hollywood team assemble to discuss a busy couple months at Universal Studios Hollywood. In this episode, we chat about Dark Arts of Hogwarts Castle Premiere, Jurassic World: The Ride news, the announcement of Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash, and a few Halloween Horror Nights announcements....

  31. Inside Universal Radio: Hollywood – 19. As the Universal World Turns

    In this episode, the Hollywood team are joined by Rick Gutierrez from United States of Geekdom to discuss all the latest around Universal Studios Hollywood - including the newly-announced Dark Arts at Hogwarts night show, Running Universal, the Jurassic World remodel, Annual Price increases and...

  32. Inside Universal Radio: Zoom Lens - Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem

    Our new Zoom Lens series presents something a bit different than our usual podcast releases. Each episode of Zoom Lens will offer an in-depth look at attractions, events, lands, and more around the Universal Parks & Resorts. In this first episode, we take a look at the history and making of...

  33. Inside Universal Radio: Orlando – 21. Star Wars, Potters, and Mardi Gras: OH MY!

    The Orlando crew is joined by our old friend, Andy aka Hatetofly, to discuss all the recent announcements - including the new Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle nighttime show, Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, the Today Cafe, and Disney's recent Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Newsbomb. We also...

  34. Inside Universal Radio: Hollywood – 18. Spared No Expense

    The Hollywood team discuss the latest around Universal Studios Hollywood; including recapping the Lunar New Year and our meet-up, the current construction of Jurassic World - as well as the other construction projects around the park. We also discuss the recent Orlando vacation of Chris Glass…

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  35. Inside Universal Radio: Orlando – 20. Zatarain's

    Happy 2019, everyone! In the first episode of the New Year, we discuss the recently announced Mardi Gras 2019 lineup and details, as well as the rumors around the new attraction coming to Jurassic Park - and circle back to the Park vs World debate. We also touch upon Horror Nights 29, Endless...

  36. Inside Universal Radio: Hollywood – 17. New Year, Same Us

    The Hollywood team is back for 2019 to discuss all the latest around Universal Studios Hollywood! In this episode, we wrap up our thoughts on Grinchmas, eVe, and the rest of the Holidays offerings. We also discuss the upcoming Lunar New Year event, Universal Studios Hollywood ticket & pricing…

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  37. Inside Universal Radio: Orlando – 19: A Universal Orlando 2018 Review

    It's the last podcast of 2018. Brian & Drew welcome Vince from VincentVision, who'll now be a permanent fixture on the podcast, to discuss the ups, downs, highs, and lows of the past year; including the opening of Fast & Furious: Supercharged, Aventura Hotel, and record-breaking Halloween Horror...

  38. Inside Universal Radio: Hollywood – 16. 2018 Reflections

    Chris Lord, Chris Glass, and Sydney Newman are back to talk some more Holidays & Grinchmas, as well as wrap up 2018 and discuss their favorite moments of the past year. We also talk about Universal Studios Hollywood's future, with the upcoming Jurassic World attraction, Super Nintendo World...

  39. Inside Universal Radio: Orlando – 18. JINGLECHARGED!

    This episode is all about the Holidays! We discuss the Holiday Season at Universal Orlando, and talk with Lora Sauls, Manager of Entertainment Creative Development and Show Direction for Universal Orlando, about this year's event. We also interview Tyler Reddick, 2018 NASCAR Xfinity Series...

  40. Inside Universal Radio: Hollywood – 15. What's a Thanksgiving?

    Chris Lord, Chris Glass, and Sydney Newman are back for more Universal Studios Hollywood talk; discussing the transition between 2 Holidays, with our final thoughts on Halloween Horror Nights, and what we're looking forward to this Holiday season at the parks, with Grinchmas and the Wizarding…

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  41. Inside Universal Radio: Orlando – 17. The Horror Nights 28 Wrap-Up: The Human Element

    It's that time of year where we reflect on all the good and not-so-good of the past haunt season; it's the Halloween Horror Nights 28 wrap-up episode! Drew and Brian welcome Vincent from VincentVision to recap the past year, and speculate about next year's Halloween Horror Nights 29. As always…

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  42. Inside Universal Radio: Hollywood – 14. Rain Drops Falling on Horror Nights

    Chris Lord, Chris Glass, and Sydney Newman are back to discuss the latest around Universal Studios Hollywood; including our last meet-up, a Horror Nights washout, Secret Life of Pets/Globe Theater talk, Super Nintendo World talk, and more! As always, we answer your questions.

  43. Inside Universal Radio: Orlando – 16. A Patrick Braillard Interview

    In this special episode, Brian goes solo as he interviews Patrick Braillard, Creative Development Show Director at Universal Orlando, to discuss Halloween Horror Nights 28 at Universal Orlando, including the creative process of bringing this year's event to life.

  44. Inside Universal Radio: Orlando – 15. The Horror Nights 28 Review

    Drew and Brian get together to discuss & review this year's Halloween Horror Nights 28 event at Universal Studios Florida; including discussing all the houses, zones, and more. We also answer your questions about the event.

  45. Inside Universal Radio: Hollywood – 13. The Horror Nights 2018 Review

    Chris Glass and Sydney Newman get together to discuss & review this year's Halloween Horror Nights 2018 event at Universal Studios Hollywood; including trying to answer some frequently asked questions you may have concerning this year's event.

  46. Inside Universal Radio: Hollywood – 12. We're Gonna Need a Bigger Park!

    Chris Lord, Chris Glass, and Sydney discuss the final maze announcements for Halloween Horror Nights 2018 - including Halloween 4, Horrors of Blumhouse, and Universal Monsters. In addition, we reflect on the upcoming closure of Jurassic Park: The Ride before its transition to Jurassic World.

  47. Inside Universal Radio: Orlando – 14. The Saddest Toy Story

    In this episode, Drew and Brian welcome Vincent from VincentVision and Joe from Parkscope to discuss the last 2 Halloween Horror Nights house announcements - Horrors of Blumhouse and Scary Tales: Deadly Ever After. We also discuss our hype and anticipations for this year's event, houses, zones,...

  48. Inside Universal Radio: Orlando – 13. Polterguyyys

    In this episode, Drew and Brian catch-up with the latest Halloween Horror Nights house announcements, including Seeds of Extinction, Poltergeist, and Halloween 4. In addition, we discuss our experience at the newly-opened at Universal's latest hotel, Aventura.

  49. Inside Universal Radio: Orlando – 12. Universal Visions

    In this episode, Drew and Brian are joined by Vincent, from VincentVision, to discuss the new Halloween Horror Nights 28 house, Carnival Graveyard: Rust In Pieces. We also discuss the news of Universal Orlando "officially" looking into more theme parks, the Disney/Fox merger, and we play our Mike...

  50. Inside Universal Radio: Hollywood – 11. SLOP to the Future

    Chris Lord and Chris Glass are joined by Inside Universal's newest contributor, Sydney Newman, to discuss the latest around Universal Studios Hollywood; including the Globe Theater's demolition and future of the area, the Lower Lot's future, Halloween Horror Nights 2018, and how the Fox/Disney...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A Universal Parks & Resorts Podcast - discussing both Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood. This semi-monthly show takes an informal, roundtable look at the month's biggest news.

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