• THC 68: Attraction Refreshes, New Attractions and Ride Systems, Disney Movies We've Never Seen, and Themed Spaces on Disney Cruises
    Nov 22 2024

    Join Erik and Tage this week as they are joined by Andy and Kris as they discuss what attractions they think need a refresh, what IPs they would make into rides and what ride system they would use, the Disney movies they’ve never seen, and themed spaces they would add to a Disney Cruise Line. Support the podcast by going to https://www.thehubcrawl.com/support. Question 1: What attraction do you think should get a refresh at the parks? Question 2: What Disney film/IP property would you want to see turned into a theme park ride and what ride system would you use (ex. flume, omnimover, slot track, coaster, trackless, etc.)? Question 3: Which Disney movie have you never seen but you kind of regret it but not enough to watch it? Like maybe you even lie to people and pretend you saw it but you never will. Question 4: If you could imagineer a themed space on a Disney Cruise Line, what design would you come up with? It could be but is not limited to a lounge/bar or restaurant, or a kid zone or pool/water play area. Bonus Question: What is something the non-Disney cruise lines do or have that you wish Disney would adopt?

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • THC 67: Other Holidays in the Parks, Overlooked Details, 70th Anniversary, and Bringing Snacks Back
    Nov 8 2024

    Join Erik and Tage this week as they are joined by Amanda and Kevin as they discuss the times they have been to the parks during “other” holidays, details in the parks they feel are overlooked, what they think the 70th anniversary will look like, and snacks that they would bring back to the parks. Support the podcast by going to https://www.thehubcrawl.com/support. Question 1: Have you ever been to the parks during one of the “other” holidays? Thanksgiving comes to mind, but anything else that isn’t normally celebrated. Question 2: What is one detail in the parks that you enjoy that you think most guests overlook? Question 3: What do you think the 70th anniversary at Disneyland will be like? They already announced PTN and casting for Better Together. Question 4: Name a snack option that used to be available at a Disney Park that you wish they would bring back. Bonus Question: Who is your favorite Disney account to follow on social media?

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • THC 66: Rearranging the Disney Parks, New After Hours Events, Disney Property that Deserves its Own Movie, and New Cast Member Roles
    Oct 25 2024

    Join Erik and Tage this week as they are joined by Olivia and Marie as they discuss where they would move things in the parks if they had the power to, new or old after hours events they would bring to the parks, Disney property they think deserves its own movie, and what cast member jobs they think Disney should add to the parks. Support the podcast by going to https://www.thehubcrawl.com/support. Question 1: You can move anything anywhere at a Disney park with no regard to cost/feasability. What do you rearrange? Question 2: What themed night/after hours event (new or one from the past) would you like to see them add to a Disney Park? Which park, what is the theme, what are some of the special events/foods/characters etc. Question 3: Is there a Disney property (attraction, land, etc.) that you think deserves its own movie, TV show, or reboot? Question 4: What role/cast-member level job do you think Disney should create or add more of at the parks? Bonus Question: You get to add live actors and/or interactive animatronics to one attraction at any park- what attraction do you choose and describe how you bring the characters to life.

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    52 mins
  • THC 65: Overreactions to Change, Dressing Up in the Parks, Bringing Star Wars and Marvel Back to Their Glory Days, and Disney Bargains
    Oct 11 2024

    Join Erik and Tage this week as they are joined by Shannon and Ryan as they discuss times they overracted to a change in the parks, times they have had the oppertunity to dress up in the parks, what they think Disney should do to make Star Wars and Marvel like they were before, and Disney things they think are a bargain. Support the podcast by going to https://www.thehubcrawl.com/support. Question 1: When were you overreacting and afraid of change? Think of the prequel Star Wars trilogy. Think of the change to Splash Mountain. Think of anything else that changed in a park anywhere. Question 2: Have you ever been able to dress up while in the park? And what did you dress as? Think Disney bounding, Halloween, RunDisney. Question 3: What do you think Disney should do to make Marvel and Star Wars like it was before? Question 4: Everyone is always worried about how much Disney costs. Which, to be fair, isn’t entirely unfair. However, I think there are some slept on “bang for buck” things. Whats something disney related that you think is a “bargin”? Could be an experience, a piece of merch, etc. Bonus Question: Reverse bucket list item: what is a Disney attraction, show, food, event, or park you have never experienced and don’t want to?

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • THC 64: Favorite Disney Halloween Things, Disney Fan Complaints, Oogie Boogie Bash, and Places to Relax in the Park
    Sep 27 2024

    Join Erik and Tage this week as they are joined by Kate and Dave as they discuss their favorite Disney Halloween things, the Disney fan complaints they are most tired of hearing, Oogie Boogie Bash ticket value and getting the best out of the event, and where they go to relax while at the Disney Parks. Support the podcast by going to https://www.thehubcrawl.com/support. Question 1: What is your favorite Disney Halloween anything? Question 2: What subject are you most tired of hearing Disney fans complain about? Question 3: What is your opinion on the value or lack thereof in tickets to Oogie Boogie Bash and/or Mickey's Not-So-Scary? What is your strategy to get the most out of the visit? Question 4: Many visitors to Disney parks are trying to crank out as many rides, attractions, and experiences as possible. As a devoted Disney fan, I would like to know if you have a favorite spot to slow down, take in the magic, smell the proverbial roses, and enjoy the moment. Perhaps a dining location, a quiet corner, a park bench, or even a favorite curb. Where is your go-to spot when you want to step back from the constant hustle and bustle of Disney touring? Bonus Question: What Disney movie has the all time best soundtrack and why?

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • THC 63: Park Details, New IP Attractions, Rides We Don’t go on Enough, and Epic Universe
    Sep 16 2024

    Join Erik and Tage this week as they are joined by Ted and Shane as they discuss their favorite park details and history, Disney’s philosophy towards IP in the park, attractions they like but don’t go on enough, and if they think Epic Universe is going to change the theme park game. Support the podcast by going to https://www.thehubcrawl.com/support. Question 1: What is your favorite parks detail or backstory that you can’t wait to tell/annoy people with? Question 2: Does it feel as though Disney has changed it’s philosophy towards the parks too much in recent years or are the changes ultimately for the better. I am referring to the changes we have seen at EPCOT and with the new D23 announcements as well as the inclusion of IP in all current projects. Question 3: What is an attraction that you like, but don’t go on as often as you should? Question 4: Is Epic Universe going to change the game, put Disney out of business, and become the most incredible theme park in history? Bonus Question: What song have you heard too many times in nighttime spectaculars and which song haven’t you heard enough?

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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • THC 62: Cars Replacing the Rivers of America, Villains Land, New Show from an Old IP, and Disney Partnerships
    Aug 30 2024

    Join Erik and Tage this week as they are joined by Emily and Stephanie as they discuss their thoughts on the new Cars area replacing the Rivers of America in Magic Kingdom, what they want to see in a new Villains Land, what Disney property they think should be made into a multi-season TV show, and what Disney should do in parternships with McDonalds and other companies. Support the podcast by going to https://www.thehubcrawl.com/support. Question 1: At D23, Disney announced a new Cars themed area coming to Magic Kingdom, removing the Rivers of America. What are your thoughts on this and as a bonus, is there an area you wish Disney would replace with something new? Question 2: Last time on this show I brought up the question about the rumor of Villans Land. Now that the rumors are confirmed what is everyone looking forward to? What do you want to see in the Villans land? What kind of attractions do you want to see and what Disney Villans would you hope to see etc? Question 3: What classic Disney property could be developed into an extended, multi-season TV show? Question 4: Disney has partnered with a lot of companies. One of the most accessible, in my opinion is McDonalds. If you could create the next prize/accessory, what would you create or what opportunity did they miss to create? Also, if you have a favorite from the past, I'd love to hear it. Bonus Question: You have to ride one Disney attraction for 24 hours straight and you win a million dollars. Which attraction are you choosing and why?

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    52 mins
  • THC 61: Next Disney Bucket List Item, Disneyland’s Fantasyland Theatre’s Next Show, Disney Surprises, and Areas of Disneyland That Could Use Reworking
    Aug 16 2024

    Join Erik and Tage this week as they are joined by Emily and Clayton as they discuss What’s next on their Disney bucket lists, what shows they would like to see in the Fantasyland Theatre and Hyperion Theater, what about Disney surprised them the most, and what areas of Disnyland they would like to see reworked/refreshed. Support the podcast by going to https://www.thehubcrawl.com/support. Question 1: What’s next on your Disney bucket list? Question 2: Now that the Tale of the Lion King show is gone, what stage show would you like to see brought to Disneyland’s Fantasyland Theatre? Expanding on that, what about bringing something back to the Hyperion Theater in DCA? Question 3: What is something that has surprised you most about Disney? Question 4: With the news of approval on Disneyland Forward, a lot of focus has been placed upon what new things will come from future expansion. Instead, let’s focus on improving what already exists. What current area(s) of the parks would you like Disney to rework/refresh? Bonus Question: I know you love the idea of moving back to thematic lands rather than IP lands so… What theme would you like to see a land based around and what would you put there?

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    1 hr and 6 mins