
The 3028: Theme Park History & Pop Culture Listory
The Thirty20Eight is a show about Disney History, Disney Listory and News. We are dedicated to the discussion and oral preservation of Disney history and its cultural influences.
Latest episodes

Mar 25, 2024 • 57min
Thirty20Eight #304 - Disney's World of Videopolis!
Matt and Kevin explore the history of Disney's Videopolis - East, West, and Beyond! SUPPORT THE SHOW As we roar toward Season 8 of the 3028, we hope you'll help us reach our goal of $3028! We continue to be listener supported on the 3028, and you can help support the show via a donation through Venmo or Paypal. Kevin Quigley is also taking commission on graphic art. You can see his portfolio HERE, and he can help design your next business or podcast logo!

Mar 17, 2024 • 1h 34min
Thirty20Eight #303 - Cedar Point Park (A Club 28 Special)
Matt and Kevin examine the long history of Cedar Point Park in Ohio, the oldest theme park on American soil. SUPPORT THE SHOW! As we prepare for Season 8 of the 3028, we want to thank you for supporting the show with 5-star reviews on the Apple Podcast App and monetary donations. We know there are many Disney podcasts, so we sincerely appreciate your listenership and support. You may leave a donation via Paypal HERE or visit our donation box at Venmo HERE. If you're in need of graphic art or design, Kevin is now taking commissions HERE, where you can also view his portfolio. If you can dream it, Kevin can design it!

Mar 10, 2024 • 1h 8min
Thirty20Eight #302 - Remember the MATTgic! (A WDW Trip Report)
Matt and Kevin look at the latest updates inside Epcot and tour Walt Disney World during the 2024 Festival of the Arts. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Thank you so much for supporting the 3028 with your donations and 5-star reviews. We are currently LISTENER SUPPORTED on the 3028, and we would be forever grateful for a monetary contribution to the show and our research. If you can spare it, we accept any donation at Paypal or Venmo. We are currently shooting for $3028 as we steamroll toward Season 8. Also, if you looking for graphic art or design for your podcast, business, or hobby, check out Kevin's portfolio HERE. He is currently accepting commissions for graphic art. If you can dream it, Kevin can design it!

Mar 3, 2024 • 1h 32min
Thirty20Eight #301 - WDW Resort TV (A Club 28 Special)
Matt and Kevin examine the unexplored history of Walt Disney World's Resort TV Channel! SUPPORT THE SHOW! The 3028 continues to be listener supported. Thank you so much for your donations and reviews. As we approach Season 8, we are hoping to raise $3028 for all of the accessories that make the show possible (server space, equipment, storage, Diet Dr Pepper). If you can make a donation, please visit Paypal or Venmo. Any amount is ok, and we thank you so much for supporting our efforts. Also! If you need graphic design work for a podcast or business, see Kevin's portfolio HERE. If you can dream it, Kevin can design it!

Feb 25, 2024 • 46min
Thirty20Eight - A 300th Episode Retrospective!
Matt and Kevin look back on 300 episodes of the Thirty20Eight and look ahead to Season 8! SUPPORT THE SHOW! As we look forward to Season 8 of the 3028, we hope you'll consider supporting our efforts monetarily if you can. We're trying to raise $3028 for Season 8, which is only a $30 donation from 100 listeners (easy peezy!). If you can help us reach our goal, please donate to either VENMO or PAYPAL. Kevin is also taking on new commissions at Kevin Quigley Design! If you need a logo or podcast art or any number of graphic design needs, please see Kevin's portfolio at the link. If you can dream it, Kevin can design it!

Feb 19, 2024 • 1h 41min
Thirty20Eight #300 - THE THREE PUNDREDTH SPECTACULAR!
Matt and Kevin celebrate THREE HUNDRED episodes with a look at bad Disney theme park puns! Support the Show! Thank you so much for supporting the show for the last seven seasons. We are LISTENER SUPPORTED and donations keep the show alive. If you can, please donate at VENMO or PAYPAL. Co-host Kevin Quigley is taking commissions right now for graphic design. If you need a logo or podcast art or any graphic work for your business, click HERE to see Kevin's portfolio and receive a free, no-obligation quote. If you can dream it, Kevin can design it!

Jan 28, 2024 • 1h 5min
Thirty20Eight #299 - The Legend of the Lion King (Worst Attraction?) Show
Matt and Kevin continue their annual tradition discussing one of Disney's worst ever attractions. This year, The Legend of the Lion King in Fantasyland is surveyed with surprising conclusions! SUPPORT THE SHOW As we wrap Season 7 of the 3028 show, we want to extend gratitude and thanks to all who donated, left 5-star reviews, and participated in the show. We can't thank you enough for your generosity. If you've never made a donation to the show, why not now as we approach 300 episodes. You can make a donation through PAYPAL or VENMO at any time. Any amount is accepted. No amount is required. You can also help support our efforts by commissioning host Kevin Quigley for your next graphic design project. Kevin is taking commissions right now, and you can receive a free, no-obligation quote by clicking HERE. You can also click the link to tour some of Kevin's previous graphic design work for various businesses and podcasts.

Jan 26, 2024 • 1h 30min
Thirty20Eight #298 - Disney's Animal Kingdom 5: NAHTAZU!
Matt and Kevin conclude their summer series on Disney's Animal Kingdom with a look at Nahtazu to now. How has Disney's Animal Kingdom park evolved over 25 years and where is it headed? SUPPORT THE SHOW! Thank you to all of our great listeners in the United States and beyond. We are so fortunate to have passionate friends and listeners who download our shows and make us part of their lives. Thank you! If you want to help support the show, you can send a monetary donation to Matt and Kevin via VENMO or PAYPAL. If you need help designing a cutting edge logo for your podcast, business, or passion project, please reach out to Kevin for a no-obligation consult HERE!

Jan 17, 2024 • 1h 17min
Thirty20Eight #297 - McDonaldland USA!
Matt and Kevin explore the history of McDonaldland Playlands, unique McDonalds locations, and all your friends from the McDonaldland fantasy world, including Ronald, Grimace, Birdie, Hamburglar and more! SUPPORT THE SHOW! As we move to conlude our seventh season of the 3028, we thank you for your support through the last several years. We are, as we note during the show, listener supported, so we would absolutely love your monetary donation. If you want to support our efforts, you can leave a donation via PAYPAL or VENMO. If you or your friends are looking for new or updated graphic design for a hobby or business, Kevin is now taking commissions HERE. You can submit your idea and receive a free, no-obligation quote. If you can dream it, Kevin can design it!

Jan 8, 2024 • 2h 15min
Thirty20Eight #296 - Disney's Animal Kingdom 4: The First Decade (1998-2008)
Matt and Kevin reach the penultimate episode of their summer series with a look back on the first decade of Disney's Animal Kingdom, including first expansions in Asia and DinoLand and first closures. SUPPORT THE SHOW! We thank you immensely for being part of the 3028 family. From our start as the weird little listory show with the weird little name to how we've grown, we couldn't do it without your love, interaction, and support. You can always support the show with a review on the Apple Podcast App. Super Easy. 5-stars if you please! And you can support us monetarily. We are listener supported, so you can leave a donation through VENMO or Paypal at any time. Kevin is also taking commissions HERE for graphic art and design. If you can dream it, Kevin can create it! See what he has created for small businesses and podcasts right now in the gallery.