

ParkStop Podcast
Alicia Stella
Theme park news and rumors from Orlando and around the globe, including new rides coming to Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World. We dig deep into rumors of new and closing attractions for theme parks from around the world.
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Sep 6, 2022 • 1h 18min
Halloween Horror Nights 31 Review
We are joined by Lil' Boo's Mama, Emory, to discuss our favorite houses from HHN31, as well as our thoughts on scare zones, shows and more! Minor spoilers for each of the houses as we discuss what we liked best from each one this year!Related Links:Lil Boo Plushy and Pin Set: https://www.emoryalvarado.com/hallowhimsy/p/kickstarter-official-emory-arts-lil-boo-plushy-toyAlicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaIan Twitter: https://twitter.com/CTFreakshowSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

Aug 23, 2022 • 49min
PizzeRizzo Podcast Hour: D23 Expo Predictions & MagicBand+
In the inaugural episode of the PizzeRizzo Podcast Hour Alicia is joined in the booth by Jaalin Harvey to talk about what MagicBand+ does (and doesn’t do,) plus our speculation for this year’s D23 Expo announcements!Related Links:A Podcast For All Things, But Mostly Disney: https://apfatbmd.buzzsprout.com/E-Ticket Report Podcast: https://twitter.com/ETicketReportJaalin's Twitter: https://twitter.com/TCJaalinJaalin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tommorrowschild/Alicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

Aug 3, 2022 • 1h 10min
The State of EPCOT
We're checking in on how we think the EPCOT's transformation is going so far, including reviews of the new rides, new main gift shop and quick service, and more. Plus, our thoughts on a new Walt Disney World rumor!Related Links:Ian's upcoming album: https://buriedundersky.bandcamp.com/album/darkest-cornersAlicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaIan Twitter: https://twitter.com/CTFreakshowSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

Jun 29, 2022 • 51min
Universal Parks News & Rumors
Join us as we discuss possible new Nintendo attractions coming to Universal Parks around the world, including rumored details for Pokemon rides, as well as changes coming to Universal Orlando and more!Related Links:Universal Hollywood News & Rumors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXlm7KpLY0oEpic Universe News & Rumors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDG0-ao9aq0Alicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaIan Twitter: https://twitter.com/CTFreakshowSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

Jun 1, 2022 • 53min
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Review
Now that it's officially open, Alicia talks about what she likes and doesn't like about the ride, how it (kind of) fits in EPCOT, and whether motion sickness factor may be an issue. No spoilers until 5:40, so listen to the first 5 and a half minutes for our no-spoiler review!Related Links:Charity Event Info: https://orlandoparkstop.com/charityAlicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaIan Twitter: https://twitter.com/CTFreakshowSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

Apr 3, 2022 • 1h 18min
Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser
Craig Williams from the Dis Unplugged joins us to talk about the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, now open at Walt Disney World. We're digging into who the Star Wars "hotel" was designed for, whether it is worth the cost, and who its target audience may end up being.Related Links:Three Hour Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYqNHJHO64IDis Unplugged: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbFqSGIcm2bI71hM7M1Om5QCraig's Twitter: https://twitter.com/TeleclashterCraig's Instagram: https://twitter.com/TeleclashterAlicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaIan Twitter: https://twitter.com/CTFreakshowSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2t
Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

Feb 15, 2022 • 59min
Theme Park Design with Justin Martin
In this special bonus episode we talk with Creative and Art Director, Justin Martin, about some of his experiences designing and working on themed entertainment and theme park attractions.Named Blooloop's Top 50 Theme Park Influencer of 2021, Justin has worked on projects for Universal Creative, Thinkwell, and Meow Wolf, and he is sharing some of his expertise with us! This episode originally appeared as part of our Patreon podcast series.Related Links:Justin's Portfolio: http://justinmartindesign.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/Justin_Martin23Instagram: http://instagram.com/justinmartindesignAlicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaIan Twitter: https://twitter.com/CTFreakshowSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2t
Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

Jan 18, 2022 • 58min
Minions Villain-Con, Epic Universe & More
We're digging deeper into ALL of the rumors and news for Universal Orlando, including the Mummy Refurb, Minions Villain-Con replacing Shrek 4-D, Fear Factor replacement, Epic Universe ride details, and more!Related Links:Minions Attraction Rumors: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/shrek-4-d-now-closed-universal-teases-new-minions-attraction/Aquarium Moving Walkway: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RO8KQSkrLqgSeaGlass Carousel Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jwnqy-LpDAMack Spinning Coaster: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SBnlt0Nxr-QAlicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaIan Twitter: https://twitter.com/CTFreakshowSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2t
Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

Nov 24, 2021 • 1h 10min
Destination D23 & IAAPA Expo 2021
Journalist Seth Kubersky joins us to discuss news from IAAPA Expo and Destination D23! Everything from how Fast & Furious: Supercharged was a mistake to new details for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and how Disney may be misleading you with Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser!Follow Seth Kubersky:Unofficial Guides: https://theunofficialguides.comOrlando Weekly: http://orlandoweekly.com/news/columns/lacTwitter Account: http://twitter.com/skuberskyRelated Links:Glenn Close Announcement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuBHqwkPReUBaby Groot Animatronic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdDJ77uDwWQLightsaber Training: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48zQGqrX2EIEPCOT to be Done 2023: https://blogmickey.com/2021/11/epcot-overhaul-project-to-be-completed-in-2023/Alicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaIan Twitter: https://twitter.com/CTFreakshowSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2t
Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

Oct 25, 2021 • 38min
The Story of HHN's Lil' Boo with Emory Arts
In this special Bonus episode of the ParkStop Podcast, we are joined by artist Emory of Emory Arts, the original sculptor of fan-favorite Lil' Boo from the "Wicked Growth" haunted house at this year's Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando.Learn the origin story for this adorable little pumpkin that has taken the fandom by storm, as well as how its original creator feels about the phenomenon itself, and her hopes for Lil' Boo's future.Related Links:Follow Emory Arts: https://linktr.ee/emory_artsEmory Arts Website: http://emoryalvarado.com/Twitter Account: https://twitter.com/emory_artsInstagram Account: http://instagram.com/emory_artsAlicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaIan Twitter: https://twitter.com/CTFreakshowSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStopFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThemeParkStop/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/a9CZh2t
Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop


