

The 3028: Theme Park History & Pop Culture Listory
Matt Parrish and Kevin Quigley
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.
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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.

Dec 29, 2023 • 1h 1min
Thirty20Eight #295 - Happy NUNIS Year! (The Cult of Dick Nunis & his Wave Machine)
Matt and Kevin celebrate Walt Disney World's Wave Machine and the life and times of Disney Legend Dick Nunis. Nunis was instrumental in the development of Walt Disney World, Tokyo Disney and so many more Disney traditions. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Thank you to everyone who donated to our show in 2023. We sincerely appreciate it and think of your generosity as we write, record, and produce the show. If you have the means, we invite you to support our free show by making a donation through VENMO or PAYPAL. Kevin is taking commissions for graphic design. You can set up a free, no obligation consult and look at his graphic design work for podcasts, business, and non-profits HERE. If you can dream it, Kevin can design it (yes he can, yes he caaaannnnn). Thank you again for a great 2023, and we invite you to leave a 5-star review on the Apple Podcast App to help us gain new listeners.

Dec 16, 2023 • 1h 19min
Thirty20Eight #294 - Disney's Very Merry Christmas Cruise (a trip report!)
Matt and Kevin sail the high seas on the Disney Wish! Take a guided tour on the latest Disney oceanliner, the Disney Wish, as the ship celebrates the Christmas season. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Thank you so much for your 5-star reviews on the Apple Podcast App. If you have the means to donate to the show, you may do so here. You can donate via Venmo or Paypal.

Nov 30, 2023 • 1h 6min
Thirty20Eight #293 - Disney Parks Snack Cartology
Matt and Kevin tour Disney theme parks around the globe to bring you the very best themed snack carts! It's not about the snacks - it's about the carts! SUPPORT THE SHOW! Thank you so much for listening to, supporting, and sharing the show. Your efforts are always appreciated. If you have the means, please considering the show with a donation this holiday season. Donations can be made through Venmo or Paypal. No minimum amount. Also - if your starting a business or updating your show logo, Kevin is taking commissions now! Get your free, no-obligation quote here. LAST CHANCE to sign up to support the show with your own episode! You can choose your own episode about a park, land, or attraction for a donation beginning at $500. Shoot us an email at 3028shop@gmail.com to find out more!

Nov 27, 2023 • 1h 22min
Thirty20Eight #292 - Disney Parks Loungeology
Matt and Kevin tour the Disney theme parks and resorts to bring you a FIFTEEN-layer listory of the very best themed lounges. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Any time is a good time to show your love and support for the 3028. Matt and Kevin are accepting donations at Venmo and Paypal at any time. Plus feel free to leave a 5-star review on the Apple podcast app - the greatest currency available to podcasters. And if you own a small business or are looking to start a podcast, Kevin is taking free, no-obligation inquiries for graphic art and design HERE. Finally - we are days away from wrapping our Club28 promotion where you can support the show with a $500, $650, or $1k donation that will secure a themed show about a park, land, or attraction at any Disney theme park. Send us a free, no-obligation email to 3028shop@gmail.com to find out more.

Nov 17, 2023 • 51min
Thirty20Eight #291 - Epcot's Stave Church in Norway
Matt and Kevin examine the lore, legacy, and history of Norway's Stave Church in Epcot's World Showcase. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Thank you so much for your support as we near our 300th episode of the 3028. Matt and Kevin are so appreciative of the donations, emails, and kind words shared with us over the last 7 years. If you can spare a monetary donation, you can support the show via Paypal or Venmo. If you're looking for podcast or business logos, get a free no obligation quote from Kevin here. CLUB28! Back in October, the 3028 announced a new way to support the show and receive a unique gift in 2023. For a donation to the show, you can pick the content! More details by emailing 3028shop@gmail.com.

Nov 13, 2023 • 1h 4min
Thirty20Eight #290 - DAK3: Never-Built Disney's Animal Kingdom Lands & Attractions
Matt and Kevin take a look back at never-built lands, attractions, and concepts planned for Disney's Animal Kingdom. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Thank you for supporting the 3028. If you have the means, please make a financial contribution to the show via Paypalor Venmo. If you're a small business owner or podcaster in need of graphic art, Kevin is now taking commissions on new projects! Click here for a free, no-obligation quote! And if you'd like to join Club28, Matt and Kevin are still taking submissions for customized shows perfect for the 3028 fanatic in your squad. Prices vary - email 3028shop@gmail.com for details!

Nov 1, 2023 • 1h 29min
Thirty20Eight #289 - Tales From The Crypt & Spooky Media Madness
Matt and Kevin dive into the lore of comic book and television horror and examine how the social climate worked in favor and against the comic horror genre. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Spots are filling up to join the all new Club 28...where you take over the show (kind of)! Sure, you can always leave a Paypal or Venmo donation to help support our show costs (thank you!), but RIGHT NOW you can still help choose the park ($500), land ($650), or attraction ($1k) we discuss on the show during our holiday FUN(d)raiser. To join one of our remaining spots, email us at 3028shop@gmail.com.

Oct 30, 2023 • 52min
Thirty20Eight #288 - Disney Clubology & Club 28 Announcement!
Matt and Kevin countdown the best (and weirdest) clubs in and around Disney theme parks AND announce a special way for you to support the show and join the exclusive Club 28! SUPPORT THE SHOW! Right now, we currently have several ways for you to support the 3028. You can always make a Paypal or Venmo donation to support our monthly hosting and editing fees. You can also commission Kevin to design your company logo, podcast graphic and more by clicking here for a free, no-obligation quote. CLUB 28! And to join the exclusive Club 28 - where a minimum $500 donation will hook you up with a show recorded just for you about a specific theme park, a $650 donation will award you with a show about a favorite land, and a $1000 SUPER donation guarantees you a show recorded and produced about a favorite attraction - send an email to 3028shop@gmail.com.

Oct 24, 2023 • 55min
Thirty20Eight #287 - Disney's Halloween on the High Seas! (a trip report)
Matt and Kevin continue to swim through spooky season with a trip report from the Disney Magic where Matt celebrated Halloween on the High Seas! SUPPORT THE SHOW! If you have the means, please consider a small donation to our unsponsored show. As we approach episode 300, we want to thank you for your donations and listenership through the last 6 seasons. Donate here for PAYPAL and here for VENMO. Also, for your graphic design needs, see our own Kevin Quigley for splashy graphics, poster art, and business logos. Get a free, no-obligation quote here!


