Explore every episode of the podcast Experience Imagination: A Themed Entertainment Podcast
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| #072 - The Scoop on Themed Dining | 26 Aug 2024 | 00:35:27 | |
We're serving up something delicious for this month's podcast episode! 🍽️ Listen to "The Scoop on Themed Dining" to enter the world of immersive dining experiences and explore how the lines between restaurants and themed entertainment are blurring like never before. Whether you’re a foodie, a theme park fan, or just curious about the latest trends in the experience economy, this episode is a must-listen! 🍴✨ 🎧 Featuring insights from: Matthew Cross, Founding Partner and CEO of OE Experiences
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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The views expressed by our guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. | |||
| #071 - The Power of Fandom | 29 Jul 2024 | 00:30:50 | |
This new episode is all about ✨FANDOM!✨ We are joined by three experts in the field, to talk through the impact and importance of fandom in themed entertainment. Our special guests are Jeff Gomez, co-founder and CEO of Starlight Runner Entertainment, and Gary Pope, co-founder of Kids Industries, joined by our EVP of Creative Development Eric Calderon. Give it a listen!
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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The views expressed by our guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. | |||
| Theming the Season (Re-Release) | 30 Oct 2023 | 00:28:29 | |
🎃👻 Tune in if you dare! In the spirit of Halloween, we are going batty by re-releasing one of our “spookiest” episodes of Experience Imagination. Our guests discuss all the various frightfully fun tricks and treats brought to life through holiday themed entertainment in theme parks and resorts. Make sure to give it a listen - you're in for a real scream!
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #063 - Foot in the Door: Career Beginnings Part IV | 27 Sep 2023 | 00:23:53 | |
Each member of the Falcon’s team has a unique story of how they started their career in themed entertainment. This episode takes a closer look at some of those journeys through a collection of brief interviews that give insight on professional influences, turning points in careers, advice for breaking into the industry, and more.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #062 - Entertainment Industry Events | 30 Aug 2023 | 00:27:17 | |
Have you ever wondered what all the fuss is about with Comic-Con, or what the audiovisual pros discuss at InfoComm, or what happens when thousands of game developers meet up at GDC? Well then you're in luck! On this episode of Experience Imagination, we’re learning from three of our Falcon’s team members what it means to attend some of the entertainment industry's most popular events.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #061 - Introducing Falcon's Creative Group Philippines | 31 Jul 2023 | 00:31:04 | |
In this episode of #ExperienceImagination, we introduce you to Falcon's first satellite office, Falcon's Creative | Philippines, where we speak with our talented new team members! 🎙️🎧 To learn more about our Philippines office, visit: https://falconscreativegroup.com/philippines/ ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #060 - Brand Licensing | 26 Jun 2023 | 00:24:49 | |
In this new #podcast episode, we discuss the topic of brand licensing. A big goal of brand licensing is to reinforce an existing brand’s image or bring awareness to a brand that is new to consumers. We have special guests Maura Regan, President of Licensing International, and Michael Connolly, Founder and CEO of Retail Monster to bring insight to this episode's topic!
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #059 - Beyond the Park | 25 May 2023 | 00:24:43 | |
In this episode of #ExperienceImagination, we are exploring the topic of transmedia storytelling. We’re discussing how Falcon’s Beyond has activated the Katmandu IP not only in theme parks, but in other forms of entertainment, specifically a Roblox game, a trading card game, and a mobile game.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #058 - Getting to Know Simon Philips | 24 Apr 2023 | 00:17:56 | |
In this episode of #ExperienceImagination, we're conversing with Falcon's new President, Simon Philips, about his new role and experience moving from London to sunny Orlando, Florida. Simon discusses his experience with some of the world's most iconic franchises and how he is going to use his expertise to impact Falcon's.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| Revisiting the Becoming Jane Exhibition (Re-Release) | 27 Mar 2023 | 00:29:02 | |
Throughout #WomensHistoryMonth, we have enjoyed sharing inspiring stories of women who have made a profound impact in the past or who are currently pushing society forward with their influence. One such individual who is near and dear to our own hearts at Falcon's is Jane Goodall! In honor of Jane's extraordinary life, we are taking a look back at a podcast episode we ran in December of 2020 that focused on the award-winning "Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall", which debuted at the National Geographic Museum in Washington, DC, in late 2019. Throughout this #podcast episode, you'll learn what it takes to create a transformative guest experience that gives new meaning to the term "immersive storytelling".
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #057 - Innovation in Entertainment Technology | 27 Feb 2023 | 00:25:27 | |
In this episode of #ExperienceImagination, we continue a topic we spotlighted in a previous episode, "Building a Culture of Innovation", where we discuss the entrepreneurial growth in Florida and why Orlando particularly, has such a bright future when it comes to growth in technology.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #056 - Falcon's 2022 Recap | 30 Jan 2023 | 00:29:09 | |
This episode kicks off the sixth season of #ExperienceImagination by inviting different members of our team to revisit some of their favorite Falcon’s memories from the past year. We discuss various projects and what they learned during the process of creating themed entertainment experiences.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #070 - Mastering Character Animation | 26 Jun 2024 | 00:27:48 | |
Ever wonder how your favorite animated characters come to life? Check out this podcast episode to learn all about the character animation process with our Falcon's team! This month we are having a conversation with two of our talented animators, John Tamoria and Alexis Lariscy, as well as our Creative Director Patrick Finley.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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The views expressed by our guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. | |||
| Entertainment That Gives Back (Re-Release) | 19 Dec 2022 | 00:31:16 | |
This holiday season, we are re-releasing one of our favorite podcast episodes, “Entertainment That Gives Back”!🎁🎙️This episode looks at all the unique ways the themed entertainment industry is able to give back and help make the world a better place. We want to thank our special guests Elise Boyles from Give Kids The World, Tara Stoinski from the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund and Cole NeSmith from Creative City Project for being part of this very special episode!
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #055 - Opening a Theme Park | 28 Nov 2022 | 00:26:28 | |
Ever wonder what it takes to open a theme park? There are millions of decisions that get made during the process of designing, building, and opening a theme park. In this episode of Experience Imagination, we are giving our listeners an inside look at the process, from our experience building our own theme park, Katmandu Park | Punta Cana.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #054 - Theming the Season | 31 Oct 2022 | 00:27:31 | |
Get ready for another "spooktacular" episode of Experience Imagination! In this episode, we discuss how the holiday season is brought to life through themed entertainment. We are bringing in guests with experience doing this very thing for many different industries, including theme parks and resorts. Make sure to give it a listen to learn all of the spooky tricks!
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #053 - Building a Culture of Innovation | 26 Sep 2022 | 00:31:45 | |
In this episode of Experience Imagination, we discuss how Florida has become an incredibly popular choice for entrepreneurs and how Orlando, specifically, is leading the way for innovation, especially as it pertains to the metaverse. Our special guests from the Orlando Economic Partnership and Synapse Florida will discuss these exciting topics and more.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #052 - Launching a Resortainment Brand | 31 Aug 2022 | 00:23:13 | |
Today’s topic is about building a new entertainment resort brand and launching the concept of "resortainment". We are joined by special guest Sara Ranghi from Meliá Hotels International, to discuss our partnership in creating Falcon’s Resorts by Meliá, a new global leisure entertainment resort brand that will embody “resortainment”.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #051 - Web3: Tech that Expands Storytelling | 27 Jul 2022 | 00:22:54 | |
In this episode of Experience Imagination, we are speaking with special guest Jason Chen, who is the Executive Vice President of Digital at academy award-winning BRON Studios. Some of the topics we will discuss include Web3, utilizing Epic Game's Unreal Engine to produce animation, and how the entertainment industry is embracing NFTs. We will also discuss the new partnership between BRON Studios and Falcon's Beyond to co-develop and produce multiple IPs.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #050 - Foot in the Door: Career Beginnings Part III | 27 Jun 2022 | 00:29:19 | |
Each member of the Falcon’s team has a unique story of how they started their career in themed entertainment. This episode takes a closer look at some of those journeys through a collection of brief interviews that give insight on professional influences, turning points in careers, advice for breaking into the industry, and more.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| Special Event | CoComelon and Blippi join Falcon's Curiosity Playground | 23 Jun 2022 | 00:13:09 | |
In this episode of Experience Imagination, we are talking about our new partnership with Moonbug Entertainment. Our first joint effort will bring two of Moonbug’s most beloved children’s properties, Blippi and CoComelon, to life at Curiosity Playground, which is an all-new experiential edutainment destination located within the Falcon’s Central entertainment complexes.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #049 - Designing Game-Changing Water Theme Park | 18 May 2022 | 00:17:23 | |
In this episode, we are covering Qiddiya’s landmark water theme park, which is currently under construction near Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It’s going to be the region’s largest water theme park and Saudi Arabia’s first, as well as a key attraction in the overall Qiddiya development. We reveal how Falcon’s Creative Group developed the park’s master plan, in conjunction with Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) – the entity driving the development of Qiddiya.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #048 - Breaking the Mold: Consumer Products and IP | 25 Apr 2022 | 00:27:42 | |
In this episode, we are joined by industry experts and thought leaders who have decades of experience in working with consumer products and intellectual property, boosting the profile of IPs and attracting even more fans to them through retail efforts. Special guests: Simon Philips - Managing Director of Global Consumer Products at Moonbug Entertainment, Gary Pope - Co-Founder and CEO of Kids Industries, Ken Faier - President and CEO of Epic Story Media, and Kevin Mowrer - Founder and Co-CEO of HUGE! Play
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #069 - Sparking Creativity | 30 May 2024 | 00:30:11 | |
🎙️💥Get ready to be sparked with our all new podcast episode, "Sparking Creativity"! In this episode, we're talking through ways to keep the creative spark going, with helpful tips from various creative designers in the themed entertainment design industry.✍️
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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The views expressed by our guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. | |||
| #047 - Metaverse and Entertainment | 28 Mar 2022 | 00:28:02 | |
In this episode, we are joined by subject matter experts from Epic Storyworlds and Kids Industries to explore the topic of the "Metaverse" and how we are already experiencing it through different forms of entertainment. We also uncover the many ways everyday people may come to experience the metaverse in the future.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
FOLLOW FALCON'S ON SOCIAL: Twitter: twitter.com/falconscg Facebook: facebook.com/falconscreativegroup/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/falcon's-treehouse-llc | |||
| Entertainment as Escapism (Re-Release) | 28 Feb 2022 | 00:25:24 | |
This month at Falcon’s we are re-releasing one of our most popular episodes of #ExperienceImagination, “Entertainment as Escapism”. Make sure to listen to this episode as it is one of our favorite topics!
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #046 - Real-time's Role in Themed Entertainment | 31 Jan 2022 | 00:26:38 | |
Welcome to our first episode of the year! There are so many exciting things happening in the world of technology right now that we thought we’d start off 2022 by going into detail about one of them - real-time engines. Their impact on content creation has blown up over the last decade or so. But what exactly is real-time and what does it allow creators to do? To help answer those questions and many more, we have a very experienced panel on the podcast today. | |||
| #045 - Entertainment That Gives Back | 20 Dec 2021 | 00:31:51 | |
Welcome to our final episode of the year! Because it’s the holiday season, we wanted to do something special for this podcast and focus on entertainment that gives back. We all know how lucky we are to work in themed entertainment. I mean, this job is about making people happy. That’s really the goal. What we create at Falcon’s is definitely a form of escapism, but it goes beyond that. It’s about forging lasting memories, engaging people on unexpected levels, and perhaps even giving them a different perspective, whether it’s about the environment, animals, the interconnectedness of human beings, whatever it may be.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #044 - Falcon's IAAPA Special | 07 Dec 2021 | 00:33:16 | |
As you probably know, the annual IAAPA Expo took place in Orlando from November 16th to the 19th. In addition to hosting guests at our own booth, something we love doing every year, we brought a recording kit with us so we could interview a few attendees on the floor and get their takes on the big convention, where the industry is headed, and how they feel about gathering in person again at the industry's largest event. ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #043 - The Impact of VES in Themed Entertainment | 29 Nov 2021 | 00:24:51 | |
In this episode, we are talking about the Visual Effects Society, otherwise known as VES, a non-profit, professional, honorary society, dedicated to advancing the arts, sciences, and applications of visual effects and to improving the welfare of its members by providing professional enrichment and education, fostering community, and promoting industry recognition.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #042 - Year-Round Attractions That Scare | 25 Oct 2021 | 00:27:55 | |
With Halloween just around the corner, this "spooky" episode focuses on year-round scary attractions. Discover with us some of the techniques that are used to create an attraction's fear-factor, and learn about Falcon's own process in creating those kinds of experiences.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #041 - UCF Students Want To Know | 27 Sep 2021 | 00:23:37 | |
For the first time in our podcasting history, we are getting students involved in the show! We invited UCF Themed Experience graduate students to call in and ask a question about the themed entertainment industry and members from the Falcon's team provided insight.
Learn more about the UCF’s MFA in Themed Experience here: https://www.ucf.edu/degree/theatre-mfa/themed-experience/
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #040 - On Board with Oceaneering | 30 Aug 2021 | 00:27:54 | |
In this episode, we’re joined by members of the Oceaneering Entertainment Systems (OES) team to discuss our recently announced partnership, what goes into making ride systems, who gets to test them out, and a whole lot of other fun things. Learn more about Oceaneering Entertainment Systems (OES): https://www.oceaneering.com/entertainment-systems/
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com FOLLOW FALCON'S ON SOCIAL: Twitter: twitter.com/falconscg Facebook: facebook.com/falconscreativegroup/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/falcon's-treehouse-llc | |||
| #039 - Our Globetrotting Falcons | 26 Jul 2021 | 00:25:41 | |
Members of the Falcon's team share their favorite getaway spots. | |||
| Designing Game-Changing Water Theme Park (Re-Release) | 29 Apr 2024 | 00:18:07 | |
Find out what it takes to design a revolutionary, story-driven, eco-friendly, themed entertainment experience like Qiddiya’s landmark water theme park, currently under construction near Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The water theme park will be a marquee attraction in Qiddiya City, a massive entertainment, cultural, and residential development that will also be home to the world’s first Dragon Ball Theme Park. The year-round park is a real game-changer. Nothing like it has ever been attempted before. It will alter our thinking about what a water park, or a theme park, for that matter, should look and feel like.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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The views expressed by our guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. | |||
| Special Event | Falcon's Beyond Global Launches | 12 Jul 2021 | 00:18:10 | |
‘Falcon’s Beyond Global’ Launches as Fully Integrated Development Enterprise for IP-Driven Parks, Resorts, Media, & Merchandise. With proven theme park success in Europe, an award-winning creative team, patented technologies, and access to global real estate in prime tourist destinations, Falcon’s Beyond Global, LLC has launched as a fully integrated enterprise to propel story-driven, experiential entertainment around the world. | |||
| #038 - The Human Side of Animation | 28 Jun 2021 | 00:25:35 | |
The animation industry is embracing the “human experience” through storytelling. In doing so, it has adopted fresh techniques, different approaches, and a new tone to help us do something that was often thought impossible in animation - feel something truly emotional. We’re joined by Falcon’s Producer Eric Calderon who is a veteran animation executive, writer, show-runner, and producer who was one of the western pioneers in the anime space. | |||
| #037 - Edutainment | 24 May 2021 | 00:27:19 | |
This episode focuses on Edutainment and how to create spaces that blend play and exploration in a way that leads to deeper engagement. We are joined by special guests Dawn Ciccone, Vice President KIDS Licensing (PBS KIDS Portfolio Partnerships), and Spencer Jones, Science Program Specialist Orlando Science Center. | |||
| #036 - ÄEONXP™ Ecosystem | 26 Apr 2021 | 00:25:59 | |
The ÄEONXP™ ecosystem redefines traditional brick and mortar entertainment by introducing guests to multifaceted levels of engagement that allow them to personalize their experiences across theme parks, live events, branded destinations, location-based entertainment venues, or individual attractions. A key feature is its ability to be networked across multiple sites and experiences, connecting guests to a larger universe of play and possibility.
In this episode, we are joined by L. Scott Demerau co-founder and CEO of Katmandu Group. Learn more about Katmandu Group here: https://www.katmandugroup.com/
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"Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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| #035 - Water Park Design | 29 Mar 2021 | 00:27:42 | |
What does it take to bring a water park to life? In this episode, we discuss water park design with a few experts in the field. We’re joined by a couple of guests from the WhiteWater team; Emily Colombo vice president, strategic partnerships, and Ron Lausman vice president business development – architectural services. This episode also features Evan Barnett president and general manager of Typhoon Texas.
Learn more about WhiteWater: https://www.whitewaterwest.com/en/ Learn more about Typhoon Texas: https://www.typhoontexas.com/
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com FOLLOW FALCON'S ON SOCIAL: Twitter: twitter.com/falconscg Facebook: facebook.com/falconscreativegroup/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/falcon's-treehouse-llc | |||
| #034 - Interactive Offerings | 22 Feb 2021 | 00:23:58 | |
In this episode, we explore the interactive theaters and their evolution throughout the years. We’re joined by a special guest, Kevin Murphy director of sales and marketing at Kraftwerk Living Technologies. | |||
| #033 - Entertainment as Escapism | 25 Jan 2021 | 00:28:24 | |
In this episode, we sit down with members of the Falcon's team to discuss their favorite methods of escapism. | |||
| Special Event | SpectraVerse™ Attraction System | 15 Jan 2021 | 00:19:29 | |
The Falcon's team gives further insight on the first-of-its-kind, SpectraVerse™ attraction system. The SpectraVerse™ family of products merges time-tested, immersive storytelling techniques with advanced technologies to deliver paradigm-shifting, interactive, walk-through dark ride experiences. These joint social experiences give each individual their own positionally-tracked perspective and unique role to play, which allows them to explore infinite realms of imagination...together. | |||
| #032 - Bringing Dr. Jane Goodall’s Story to Life | 21 Dec 2020 | 00:31:18 | |
Learn more about the award-winning exhibition, “Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall,” which opened at the National Geographic Museum in Washington D.C. in late 2019. We’re joined by a few special guests who have great insight into Dr. Goodall’s story as well as the creation of this exhibition. From National Geographic, Vice President, Alan Parente and VP & Exec. Dir, Kathryn Keane, join the conversation. We are also joined by Bill Wallauer, Wildlife Cinematographer/Scientific Advisor to the Jane Goodall Institute.
National Geographic Museum: https://www.nationalgeographic.org/
the Jane Goodall Institute: https://www.janegoodall.org/ ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com FOLLOW FALCON'S ON SOCIAL: Twitter: twitter.com/falconscg Facebook: facebook.com/falconscreativegroup/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/falcon's-treehouse-llc | |||
| #031 - The History of Immersion | 30 Nov 2020 | 00:26:46 | |
Explore the evolution of immersive experiences. In this episode we examine the past, present, and future of immersion. We are joined by special guest Celeste Lovette Guichard who is a Professor of Architectural History at SCAD as well as Falcon’s Production Designer Charlie Jicha. Celeste shares a bit about the history of virtual environments while Charlie discusses the different types of immersive experiences and takes a look into the future.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com FOLLOW FALCON'S ON SOCIAL: Twitter: twitter.com/falconscg Facebook: facebook.com/falconscreativegroup/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/falcon's-treehouse-llc | |||
| #068 - An Education in Themed Entertainment | 25 Mar 2024 | 00:30:15 | |
Dive into the world of themed entertainment education on our latest #podcast episode! 🎓🎙️ We're thrilled to welcome distinguished university program leaders in themed entertainment, as well as current students and alumni to lead today's discussion. We have Peter Weishar, Director of Themed Experience at UCF, Jamie DeRuyter, Department Head for Ringling College's Entertainment Design program, and Dr. Chris Rogers, Department Director for Purdue University's themed Entertainment Design program. We also have Shellsea Coe, Madison Schnurpel, and Audrey Nelson, who are current students, as well as our very own Designer at Falcon's, Carrie Schweiger, who's a proud graduate of UCF's Themed Experience Design program. Make sure to tune in for all the helpful tips to work in what's known as, "the industry of fun!"
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com
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The views expressed by our guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. | |||
| #030 - Falcon's X-Lab | 26 Oct 2020 | 00:31:27 | |
We're very excited to announce the opening of Falcon's X-Lab in Orlando, Florida. X-Lab stands for the Experience Laboratory, and represents a culmination of many of the technological and creative innovations that Falcon's has pioneered worldwide. The name says it all, as this has become the laboratory where we sculpt and vigorously test our experiential concepts—where the thinkers and the tinkerers on our team gather to bring the studio's dreams into the real world. ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com FOLLOW FALCON'S ON SOCIAL: Twitter: twitter.com/falconscg Facebook: facebook.com/falconscreativegroup/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/falcon's-treehouse-llc | |||
| #029 - Building Characters for the Live World | 28 Sep 2020 | 00:28:51 | |
In this episode, we continue to explore how characters are brought to life. We are joined by "The Voiceover Dynamic Duo" Grant and Jessica Gee-George as well as Eric Calderon, an animation executive, writer and director credited on over a dozen major animated TV series. Learn more about Grant and Jessica here: https://www.onlinevocoaching.com/ Learn more about Eric here: https://www.captaincalderon.com/ ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com FOLLOW FALCON'S ON SOCIAL: Twitter: twitter.com/falconscg Facebook: facebook.com/falconscreativegroup/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/falcon's-treehouse-llc | |||
| #028 - Building Characters for Themed Entertainment | 31 Aug 2020 | 00:34:57 | |
Join us on a journey through the process of creating characters for themed experiences. In this episode, we breakdown how characters are built, exploring each stage from writing the character bibles and scripts to the creating the visual representation of the character. We are joined by Katmandu Group’s Cory Demerau to discuss the creation of several of their characters for the upcoming theme park in Punta Cana. Learn more about Katmandu Group here: https://www.katmandupark.com/ https://www.melia.com/en/hotels/spain/majorca/sol-katmandu-park-and-resort/index.htm
ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com FOLLOW FALCON'S ON SOCIAL: Twitter: twitter.com/falconscg Facebook: facebook.com/falconscreativegroup/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/falcon's-treehouse-llc | |||
| #027 - Creative Reality: XR Experiences | 27 Jul 2020 | 00:24:13 | |
In this episode we explore the ever-evolving technology of XR and how extended realities can elevate themed entertainment. We are joined by special guest Charlie Fink, a leading voice in XR technology, who gives insight into what the future of XR could hold. Follow Charlie Fink on social media: @charliefink ABOUT THIS PODCAST: "Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works to create immersive experiences around the world. Learn more about us at falconscreativegroup.com FOLLOW FALCON'S ON SOCIAL: Twitter: twitter.com/falconscg Facebook: facebook.com/falconscreativegroup/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/falcon's-treehouse-llc
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