Revisiting the Lost Star Trek Experiences at Universal Studios (Ep. 15)

Epic Universal with Eric Hersey

In this episode of the Epic Universal Podcast, Jim Hill and Eric Hersey dive into various Universal Studios topics, from Halloween thrills to lost Star Trek adventures.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Halloween Horror Nights 2024: We kick off the episode discussing the latest news from Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights.
• Squishmallows and Wicked Collaboration: Jim and Eric talk about Universal’s marketing collaboration with Squishmallows for the upcoming Wicked: Part One movie, where exclusive Glinda and Elphaba plush toys will be available.
• Harry Potter and the Ministry of Magic Ride: They discuss the upcoming ride at Universal’s Epic Universe based on Harry Potter and the Battle of the Ministry of Magic, featuring behind-the-scenes filming with Imelda Staunton as Dolores Umbridge.
• The Return of Death Eaters at Diagon Alley: Eric explains how the Death Eaters will return to Diagon Alley during Halloween Horror Nights, creating an immersive, dark arts experience for visitors.
• FanFest Nights: A listener question sparks a deep dive into Universal’s newly announced FanFest Nights, an after-hours event celebrating sci-fi, fantasy, gaming, and anime fandoms. Could Star Trek make a comeback at the parks during this event?
• Revisiting the Lost Star Trek Experiences: The featured discussion of the episode takes us back in time as we explore Universal’s forgotten Star Trek attractions. From live-action stage shows to immersive experiences, we cover what made these attractions memorable and why they disappeared.
• Could Star Trek Return to Universal Parks?: With the rise of Star Trek in popular media, we speculate on whether Universal might revive the franchise for future theme park experiences.
• News About Upcoming Episodes: If you are wondering when Eric is going to review his first trip to Universal, we give you BIG news at the end of the show.

We want to hear from you! What franchise are you most excited about for Universal’s FanFest Nights? Or is there a franchise you wish Universal would bring to life at the parks?

Let us know by leaving a comment or messaging us on social media. Your input might just be featured in a future episode!

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