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. read less
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STOP HATE 2023 | Theme Park Community Fundraiser for The Trevor Project
2d ago
STOP HATE 2023 | Theme Park Community Fundraiser for The Trevor Project
The theme park fan community is raising money to support LGBTQ youth, with all proceeds going to The Trevor Project. Join us for interviews and fun segments during this two-hour special presentation.Visit the event page to donate, purchase art, bid on auctions, and more throughout the month of June 2023! https://orlandoparkstop.com/charityInterview GuestsDave Cobb - https://linktr.ee/batuuprideMarlene Bellissimo - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iev3wKr5ma8Emory Arts - https://parkstop.myshopify.com/products/lil-boo-and-batty-go-to-pride-print-by-emory-artsSONDER QUEST - https://parkstop.myshopify.com/products/italys-finest-beverage-beverly-5x5-print-by-sonder-questKevin Perjurer - https://www.youtube.com/@DefunctlandDr. Strengoit - https://www.youtube.com/@DrStrengoitKim Hanley - https://twitter.com/_kimhanleyJaalin Harvey - https://twitter.com/TCJaalinMike the DM - https://parkstop.myshopify.com/collections/dnd
STOP HATE 2023 | Theme Park Community Fundraiser for The Trevor Project
2d ago
STOP HATE 2023 | Theme Park Community Fundraiser for The Trevor Project
The theme park fan community is raising money to support LGBTQ youth, with all proceeds going to The Trevor Project. Join us for interviews and fun segments during this two-hour special presentation.Visit the event page to donate, purchase art, bid on auctions, and more throughout the month of June 2023! https://orlandoparkstop.com/charityInterview GuestsDave Cobb - https://linktr.ee/batuuprideMarlene Bellissimo - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iev3wKr5ma8Emory Arts - https://parkstop.myshopify.com/products/lil-boo-and-batty-go-to-pride-print-by-emory-artsSONDER QUEST - https://parkstop.myshopify.com/products/italys-finest-beverage-beverly-5x5-print-by-sonder-questKevin Perjurer - https://www.youtube.com/@DefunctlandDr. Strengoit - https://www.youtube.com/@DrStrengoitKim Hanley - https://twitter.com/_kimhanleyJaalin Harvey - https://twitter.com/TCJaalinMike the DM - https://parkstop.myshopify.com/collections/dnd
Universal Parks News & Galactic Starcruiser Closing
May 24 2023
Universal Parks News & Galactic Starcruiser Closing
In this jam-packed episode we're talking about Pokemon and Zelda rumors, a roller coaster being built in Hollywood, the future of Fast & Furious at the parks, Minion Land, and our reaction to Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser closing.Related Links:Park Stop Stop Hate Fundraiser: https://orlandoparkstop.com/charity/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/ThemeParkStop
Poseidon's Fury Closing
Apr 13 2023
Poseidon's Fury Closing
With the sudden announcement of this longstanding Islands of Adventure attraction's imminent closure we're discussing possible reasons for the timing, as well as what we think could be replacing it, and more importantly, when.Related Links:Poseidon's Fury Closing: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/poseidons-fury-will-permanently-close-on-may-10-at-islands-of-adventure-and-what-could-replace-it/Park Stop Stop Hate Fundraiser: https://orlandoparkstop.com/charity/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/ThemeParkStop
TRON Lightcycle / Run Review
Mar 15 2023
TRON Lightcycle / Run Review
Ian and Alicia discuss their thoughts on the newest ride at Walt Disney World, TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom, including what we like and don't like about the ride, how the lockers work, the restraints, special seat, and more! This ride officially opens April 4, 2023.Related Links:Tron Official Partial POV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2WfQWVa-kU0Tron Lockers Info: https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/01/top-4-things-to-know-before-tron-lightcycle-run-opens-on-4-4/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/ThemeParkStop
Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood
Feb 20 2023
Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood
To celebrate the 50th episode of the ParkStop Podcast we are joined by `Naynay to discuss the grand opening of Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood! We talk about secrets around the land, the best food at Toadstool Cafe, response to the ride so far and the future of the park!Follow 'Naynay:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynayTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonShah97Gooping and Gagging Podcast: https://linktr.ee/GoopingandGaggingwithNaynayAlicia 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
Universal's Great Movie Escape Review
Jan 30 2023
Universal's Great Movie Escape Review
Here are our reviews for both experiences at Universal Orlando's new escape rooms! Non-spoiler review for the first 8 minutes, but then the rest of the episode does contain spoilers! We did both the Back to the Future and the Jurassic World experiences, and we see where they stack up as escape rooms and as theme park attractions in this review.Related Links:Universal's Great Movie Escape: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/things-to-do/entertainment/universals-great-movie-escapeAlicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
KidZone Closed and Universal Texas Park
Jan 18 2023
KidZone Closed and Universal Texas Park
We're digging into recent news coming out of Universal Parks & Resorts, including the new kid-friendly theme park in Texas, HHN haunt in Vegas, KidZone rumors, Minion Blast details and more!Related Links:KidZone Construction Permits: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/woody-woodpeckers-kidzone-officially-closed-at-universal-studios-florida-new-permits-filed-for-replacement/Texas Theme Park and HHN Vegas: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/universal-to-build-family-friendly-theme-park-in-texas-and-year-round-haunt-in-vegas/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/ThemeParkStop
PizzeRizzo Podcast Hour: Figment Movie & Ride Hot Takes
Dec 12 2022
PizzeRizzo Podcast Hour: Figment Movie & Ride Hot Takes
We’re back with the second episode of the PizzeRizzo Podcast Hour where Alicia is joined in the booth by Travis to talk about our defense of PizzeRizzo, the future Figment movie, and our *real* favorite rides at each of the theme parks.Related Links:Defend Your Trash Movie Podcast: https://anchor.fm/trashmoviepod/Theme Park: The Movie Podcast: https://anchor.fm/tptmpodTravis’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/TravisThingsTravis’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travisthings/Alicia Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliciaStellaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
IAAPA Expo 2022
Nov 22 2022
IAAPA Expo 2022
We're recapping some of the highlights from IAAPA Expo 2022, including our favorite booths, new technologies, coaster train reveals and more! From Grogu animatronics to Condiment Cows, and everything in between, it was an exciting year at IAAPA Expo.Related Links:Condiment Cow: https://www.condimentcow.com/Alicia Riding a Cheetah: https://twitter.com/AliciaStella/status/1593088338336317440?s=20&t=1ZmufNNcDFg95RHnC7bZ3AAlicia 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
KidZone Closing at Universal Orlando
Nov 7 2022
KidZone Closing at Universal Orlando
It finally happened, Universal has announced that KidZone will be closing this coming January. We discuss the announcement, what's rumored to be coming, and our predictions for what to rename it to. Plus, rumors for what might be replacing the Prop Shop and more!Related Links:Official Closure Announcement: https://twitter.com/UniversalORL/status/1587604021761671170KidZone Closing New Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTKcBWFLEyMKidZone Rumors Old Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wR7NLYXRU0Alicia 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
Universal Hollywood Rumors and Epic Universe News
Oct 19 2022
Universal Hollywood Rumors and Epic Universe News
We're digging into rumors for a Fast and Furious Roller Coaster, as well as more rides we could see opening at Universal Hollywood in the next 6 years! Plus, news from around Universal Orlando including what's changed at Epic Universe and what early speculation is now confirmed.Related Links:BarStop Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/BarStopShortsBarStop TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barstopshortsBarStop Twitter: https://twitter.com/BarStopShortsAlicia 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
D23 Expo 2022 Reactions
Sep 12 2022
D23 Expo 2022 Reactions
We're back with Jaalin to talk about our first reactions to all of the parks news coming out of D23 Expo, including new Avengers multiverse ride confirmed for Disneyland and new Walt Disney World rides sort of almost announced.Related Links:Jaalin's Podcast: https://apfatbmd.buzzsprout.comE-Ticket Report: https://twitter.com/ETicketReportJaalin's Twitter: https://twitter.com/TCJaalinJaalin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tommorrowschildAlicia 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
Halloween Horror Nights 31 Review
Sep 6 2022
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
PizzeRizzo Podcast Hour: D23 Expo Predictions & MagicBand+
Aug 23 2022
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
The State of EPCOT
Aug 3 2022
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
Universal Parks News & Rumors
Jun 29 2022
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
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Review
Jun 1 2022
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
Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser
Apr 3 2022
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
Theme Park Design with Justin Martin
Feb 15 2022
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
Minions Villain-Con, Epic Universe & More
Jan 18 2022
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