On this weeks episode of the WDW Fanboys Podcast. Brett, Johnathen and Spencer talk about what new lands we would like to see in the parks and then we are join by a special guest Anthony from SotMKBlog who with Brett talk about there most recent trip on the new Universal Studios Transformers the Ride. Don’t for get [...]
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WDW Fanboys Blog – 06/06/2013 – Exclusive Universal Studios Transformers Ride with lights on
Hanging out at Universal Studios with everybody’s friend Anthony from SotMKBlog, we went to soft opening of Transformers-The Ride. We were one of the first people there, waiting for the possibility of a soft opening opportunity. After about an hour, a large crowd formed by the time they opened the entrance door. Using pure talent of [...]
WDW Fanboys Blog – 12/19/2012 – Disney World/Fantasyland/Universal Studios Aerials
We have another batch of aerial photos courtesy of Chris Lathrop. Enjoy!
WDW Fan Boys Podcast Episode #142 08/26/2012 – Funny You Should Mention That With Jim Hill
On this week’s episode of the WDW Fan Boys Podcast we are joined by friend of the show Jim Hill. Jim joins us to discuss Hollywood Studios, Avatar, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Next Gen, Fastpass+ and more. We also announce an upcoming Live Show where Jim will join us to answer your listener questions.
WDW Fan Boys Podcast Episode #137 07/22/2012 – Universal Studios Rumors
On this week’s episode of the WDW Fan Boys podcast, we discuss some of the recent rumors out of Universal Studios. From the all but confirmed Harry Potter Phase 2 and Transformers the Ride, to more “out there” rumors like a Madagascar ride or a Harry Potter hotel, we discuss them all. We also discuss how this relates to Disney and the possibility of new theme parks and other new attractions down the road.
WDW Fanboys Blog – 07/09/2012 – The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Phase 2 Update
We have received documentation that reveals a bit more information about the Phase 2 expansion of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. For those of you unfamiliar with the rumored plans for Phase 2, this includes the building of a Gringotts Bank roller coaster type ride in the former Jaws area in Universal Studios. They [...]
100% Unofficial Universal Orlando Podcast – Episode 32
100% Unofficial Universal Orlando Podcast Hello everyone, this is Episode 32. On this episode we bring you the Universal Orlando news followed by a trip report with the Gillam Family and then we interview someone about their experience of visiting the parks with someone with a disability and the things that Universal have in place [...]
WDW Fan Boys Podcast Episode #115 02/19/2012 – Guests with Disabilities
On this week’s episode of the WDW Fan Boys Podcast, we are joined by Gary Hall of the WDW Kingdom Cast podcast and together we discuss how Disney handled Guests with Disabilities.
WDW Fanboys Blog – 02/09/2012 – Disney World/Fantasyland/Universal Studios/Sea World Aerials
Another special thanks to Chris Lathrop for these excellent aerial photos. Today’s photos include visits to Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World. Disney World Grand Floridian DVC Construction Fantasyland Construction Animal Kingdom Potential World of Avatar Construction sites Art of Animation Construction Backstage at Epcot Sea World Antarctica Construction Site Universal Studios Jaws Construction Site
WDW Fan Boys Podcast Episode #112 01/29/2012 – Storytime with Jim Hill and Ron Schneider
On this week’s episode of the WDW Fan Boys Podcast, we discuss new and classic Universal Studios with special guests Jim Hill and Ron Schneider. We also disect the cynical fan communities and talk about the upcoming Disney projects (World of Avatar, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Test Track, The Seas with Nemo and Friends). Ron Schneider’s Blog: [...]
100% Unofficial Universal Orlando Podcast – Special Thanksgiving Episode
Warning : this podcast is not for sensitive ears. Welcome to this special thanksgiving edition of the unofficial universal Orlando podcast. On this show we invite Tim, Brett and Paul from the Wdwfanboys podcast on to discuss a topic that is disney and universal based. Enjoy and Happy Thanksgiving.
WDW Fanboys Blog – 09/21/2011 – Theme Park Wars (Part 4)
Your move Universal. For those of us waiting for Disney’s response to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, it came out early yesterday afternoon. Back on May 31, 2007 Universal Studios announced their plans for the theme park within a theme park dedicated to the young wizard. Depending on your sources the price tag for [...]
100% Unofficial Universal Orlando Podcast – July 4th Special
Hello and welcome to this very special episode of the 100% Unofficial Universal Orlando Podcast. This episode is to celebrate the 4th of July and to celebrate it we invited two special guests to discuss their recent trips to Universal Orlando Resort. Our two guests are Tim Grassey and Brett Bennett from the WDWFanboys podcast and we had a blast. So Happy 4th of July and enjoy the show. *WARNING: not for the easily offended.
WDW Fan Boys Podcast Episode #076 05/22/2011 – Brett’s Trip Report
On this week’s episode of the WDW Fan Boys Podcast, the band is back together to discuss Brett’s recent trip to Disney World, Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, and the Kennedy Space Center. We also officially introduce our great new logo.
WDW Fanboys Blog – 05/17/2011 – Star Tours: The Adventures Continue
If you’re on this site, you’re either a Disney fan or Spam. If you’re Spam, you probably can’t read so feel free to disregard the rest of this post. If you’re a Disney fan, and you haven’t been living in a cave (somehow this has a different meaning this month… perhaps I should say “fortified [...]
Tim’s Family Trip Report – 03/08/2011 – Universal Studios/Epcot
Everyone else left today so now it’s just Marie, my mother, brother, and I for the next two days. We decided we wanted to do something different today so we headed over to Universal Studios, arriving at around 10:15. In the past we’ve had mixed success getting a guest assistance pass, but they have a [...]
WDW Fanboys Blog – 02/01/2011 – Top 100 Theme Park Attractions in Orlando (Part 3)
Those that frequent our blog or WDWFanNetwork.com should be aware of the ongoing polls that we’re running to determine the top 100 theme park attractions in Orlando. For several months the forum members of WDWFanNetwork.com have been helping to select the top attractions in each of the seven Orlando area theme parks: Magic Kindom Epcot [...]
WDW Fanboys Blog – 10/12/2010 – Top 100 Theme Park Attractions in Orlando (Part 2)
We’re several weeks into the WDW Fan Boys/WDW Fan Network Attraction polls. If you haven’t participated yet, step 1 is to sign up for an account at the WDW Fan Network. The way this is working is the WDW Fan Network forums are hosting polls for the top attractions in each of the 7 Orlando [...]
WDW Fanboys Blog – 09/29/2010 – Top 100 Theme Park Attractions in Orlando (Part 1)
Back on Episode #005 of the WDW Fan Boys Podcast we discussed Dewayne Bevil’s article from the Orlando Sentinel: Top 50 Theme Park Attractions in Orlando. I wanted to revisit this concept, both as an Orlando Theme Park community, and at a personal level. While I can work on my top 100 list on my [...]
WDW Fanboys Blog – 06/21/2010 – The Game Changer
Recently, much has been made about The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The bar has been raised for what makes up a themed environment, and this time it is Universal Creative that is behind it. I have not experienced The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and I won’t be seeing it until the end of [...]
