Discussing Theme Parks

East vs West - Which coast has the better rides?

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Calling all California Girls and Flo Ridas! It’s East vs West Coast today on Discussing Theme Parks. Brooke and Dylan compare and contrast 12 of your favourite attractions at Disneyland, Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Hollywood, and Universal Studios Orlando, to decide once and for all which coast is the best coast. Will Brooke’s Florida bias tip the scales for an easy Orlando win? Will Dylan be able to pick which train is his favourite? Will the winky Small World hippo get a shoutout? All is revealed today on Discussing Theme Parks!

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Revenge of the Mummy

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT

It’s a dark ride! It’s a rollercoaster! It’s THE REVENGE OF THE MUMMY! For our first ever Halloween special, we’re paying our respects to Imhotep, Brendan Fraser and Reggie. Hold on to your souls while we jump around between Universal Studios Singapore, Hollywood and Orlando. We hope you’ve brought your majai and your sacrificial coffee!

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Fantasmic!

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT

You won’t have to arrive 2 hours early to listen to this episode; and you can even choose if you’d prefer to stand up or sit down. Dream a fantastic dream with us today, as we compare Fantasmic Disneyland and Walt Disney World here on Discussing Theme Parks. Are you team Anaheim or Orlando? Dylan and Brooke battle it out, without the use of dragons, snakes, or pyro (this time). Quick change into your soccer costume and tune in!

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Dinosaur

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:08:09 GMT

You must be at least 102cm tall to listen to this episode! Today we pay our respects to the beloved prehistoric ride, Dinosaur in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. With its quirky characters, classic quotes, thrilling zig zags, and sizzling smoke machines, Dinosaur was a truly one of a kind experience (if you ignore its Californian twin sister, Indiana Jones). You’ll want to finish this episode before the meteor shower hits; but don’t tell Dr Helen Marsh.

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Dylan's Disney College Program Interview

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT

How will our resident themed-entertainment enthusiast fare in today’s episode of Discussing Theme Parks? Dylan has heard so much about Brooke’s Disney College Program experience, that he’s decided he wants to sit for the interview himself. From accidental swearing, to revealing inner monologues, this interview is a rollercoaster ride of epic fails and wins. Will Dylan make the cut? The power is in Brooke’s hands!

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Brooke's Disney College Program Experience

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Combusting buses, hot tubs being filled in, and thousands of young adults from around the world living in close proximity– what could possibly go wrong? Today, Brooke reflects on her 2016 Disney College Program experience, from recruitment to move out day. Dylan asks the hard-hitting questions you’re dying to know (like “how much did they pay”). All is revealed today on Discussing Theme Parks!

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Frozen Ever After is better than Maelstrom - or is it?

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:21:14 GMT

It’s Elsa vs the Vikings today on Discussing Theme Parks. When EPCOT’s beloved Maelstrom was replaced by a Frozen overlay at Walt Disney World, theme park fans far and wide were polar-ised. Brooke and Dylan dive deep into the pros and cons of this controversial renovation and determine once and for all if the theme park fans need to “let it go”.

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Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Join Brooke & Dylan as they take you to the Himalayas aboard one of the best themed roller coasters in the world. In search for the definitely real, not mythical, he exists...Yeti

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Discussing Theme Parks Trailer

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:26:14 GMT

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Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:00:00 GMT

In this episode we look at one of the most innovative rides in theme park history located at Universal Studio parks all over the world. This extremely immersive ride that follows the story of the boy wizard is one you won't want to miss.

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The Paradox of Tomorrowland

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Dylan & Brooke discuss the issues facing a modern day Tomorrowland in the Disney parks and how best to fix them. There might be tears.

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Rock 'n' Roller Coaster

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:29:28 GMT

From certain hand gestures having to be removed from a pre-show, to Aerosmith's catalog being scrutinised. We look at Brooke's first big girl coaster. Rock 'n' Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith/The Muppets.

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The Scooby Doo Spooky Coaster

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Join us as we deep dive into this one of a kind attraction at Warner Bros. Movie World. Based on the 2002 live action Scooby Doo film, produced right next door on the Village Roadshow backlot.

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The Carousel of Progress

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 07:34:10 GMT

In our Debut episode we discuss the 1964 Walt Disney classic the Carousel of Progress.

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