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| Universal Orlando & Disney World Tips and Tricks! 15+ Ways to Make Your Theme Park Trip BETTER | 28 Oct 2026 | 01:00:03 | |
Planning a trip to Universal Orlando or Walt Disney World? Whether you’re a first-timer, a new annual passholder, or a seasoned theme park veteran, we’ve got some tips and tricks that can help make your next park day a whole lot easier! On this episode of No Loose Items, Brian and Chandler share their favorite theme park tips, money-saving tricks, and advice for navigating Universal Orlando and Disney World. From staying hydrated and bringing portable chargers to taking advantage of child swap, staying on property, using the mobile apps, and knowing when NOT to overplan your day, we’ve got plenty of advice to help you get the most out of your vacation. We also get into some theme park pet peeves, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind song debates, Earl the Squirrel’s return, Chandler’s unfortunate coaster luck, and a little discussion about our upcoming theme park adventures. Plus, we’re celebrating 20 EPISODES OF NO LOOSE ITEMS! Whether you’re planning your first Disney vacation or your hundredth trip to Universal, hopefully there’s something here to make your next visit better! In This Episode:
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| THE BEST (AND WORST) SMELLS at Disney & Universal! 🤢👃 | Theme Park Smell Rankings | 21 Oct 2026 | 00:50:43 | |
Theme parks are known for their incredible rides, attractions, food, and atmosphere… but what about the SMELLS? 👃 On this episode of No Loose Items, Brian and Chandler are getting surprisingly specific and ranking their favorite theme park smells! From the iconic E.T. queue at Universal Orlando to the unforgettable water smell inside Pirates of the Caribbean, some theme park scents are just as nostalgic as the attractions themselves. We’re breaking down our top three favorite theme park smells, sharing some honorable mentions, and discussing the scents that make certain rides and locations so memorable. We also get into some smells that aren’t quite as pleasant, because not everything at a theme park smells like popcorn and Butterbeer! Plus, we’re talking Halloween Horror Nights winding down, upcoming Universal and Disney announcements, the delay of Jurassic Park River Adventure, Blumhouse coming to the Horror Make-Up Show, roller coaster news, and plenty of other theme park discussion. What’s your favorite (or least favorite) theme park smell? Let us know in the comments! 🎢 No Loose Items is a theme park podcast where we talk news, rumors, and our opinions on Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, and the theme park world as a whole. 👍 Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment if you’re watching on YouTube! 🎧 Don’t forget to rate and review the podcast on your favorite audio platform. | |||
| Our Most NOSTALGIC Theme Park Rides! 🥹🎢 | Universal Orlando & Disney World | 14 Oct 2026 | 01:00:08 | |
Welcome back to No Loose Items, the theme park podcast where we talk news, rumors, and our opinions on Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, and the theme park world as a whole! This week, Brian and Chandler are taking a trip down memory lane! 🎢 We’re talking about the most nostalgic theme park rides from our childhoods, the attractions that made us fall in love with theme parks, and why nostalgia plays such a HUGE role in the Disney and Universal experience. From Jurassic Park River Adventure and Revenge of the Mummy to E.T. Adventure, Spider-Man, Space Mountain, and Expedition Everest, we’re breaking down our personal top five most nostalgic rides and sharing the memories that made these attractions so special. We’re also discussing the movies and franchises that shaped our love for the parks, how Disney and Universal use nostalgia to connect with fans, and some of the classic attractions we hope never disappear. Plus, we share some hilarious theme park memories, look back at old photos from our trips, and debate what makes a ride truly nostalgic. IN THIS EPISODE: 🎢 Our Top 5 Most Nostalgic Theme Park Rides 🦖 Jurassic Park, The Mummy & Spider-Man memories 👽 Why E.T. Adventure deserves to stay at Universal 🏰 Disney World nostalgia and childhood memories 🎬 The movies and TV shows that shaped our park obsessions 📸 Looking back at old Disney and Universal photos 😂 Chandler’s weekly theme park pet peeve What is YOUR most nostalgic theme park ride? Let us know in the comments! We want to hear about the attractions that bring back your favorite memories. 👍 Enjoying the episode? Like the video, subscribe to the channel, and leave us a comment. If you’re listening on Spotify or another audio platform, leave us a rating and review to help the podcast grow! 🎙️ No Loose Items — Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, theme park news, rumors, rankings, hot takes, and everything in between. #UniversalOrlando #DisneyWorld #ThemeParkPodcast #ThemeParkNostalgia #NoLooseItems | |||
| Halloween Horror Nights 35 Finale Review, House Rankings, Tips and Event Review | 07 Oct 2026 | 00:56:38 | |
Halloween Horror Nights 35 may be over for us, but we’re not done talking about it! 👻 In this episode of No Loose Items, Brian and Chandler give their final thoughts on Halloween Horror Nights 35, including Brian’s absolutely ridiculous 9 visits and 52 house runs, their final house rankings, favorite food, tips for surviving the crowds, and everything else they experienced during the event. Brian also talks about bringing his wife and daughter to HHN, closing out his season with some seriously memorable runs, meeting fellow theme park creators, and why Cyber Gorya ultimately became his favorite house of the event. We also break down: 🎃 Our final HHN 35 house rankings 🔥 Cyber Gorya, Ozzy Osbourne, Hellraiser, Sinners & more 🍕 Best HHN 35 food — including the Smash Tacos and Rigatoni Ritual 🌭 The surprisingly incredible Jack & Oddfellow hot dog ⏰ Our best HHN tips for October 🎟️ How to take advantage of Scream Early 🚨 Why you DON’T need to arrive at 2 PM 😴 When to take a break during the busiest hours 📱 How to use the Universal app and wait times strategically 👻 Why you should never touch scare actors or props 📸 Our biggest HHN pet peeves 🔮 Early speculation for HHN 36 and beyond 🧟 Could Resident Evil finally come to Halloween Horror Nights? Plus, we talk about what made HHN 35 such a memorable season and why this year’s event may be one of the strongest we’ve experienced. If you enjoyed the episode, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and leave us a comment with your final HHN 35 house ranking! 🎙️ No Loose Items is a theme park podcast covering Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, Halloween Horror Nights, theme park news, rumors, rankings, hot takes, and everything happening in the theme park world. #HalloweenHorrorNights #HHN35 #UniversalOrlando #HHN #ThemeParkPodcast #UniversalStudios #HalloweenHorrorNights35 #NoLooseItems Follow Brian https://www.instagram.com/thethemeparktake TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thethemeparktake Follow Chandler https://www.instagram.com/theme_parkerr/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@theme_parkerr | |||
| I FINALLY Stayed at Helios & Went Back to Epic Universe! | 30 Sep 2026 | 00:57:30 | |
Welcome back to No Loose Items, the theme park podcast where Brian and Chandler talk news, rumors, hot takes, and opinions on Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, and the theme park world as a whole! Brian FINALLY made his long-awaited return to Epic Universe—and this time, he stayed at The Helios Grand Hotel! We break down his entire Epic Universe day, including Early Admission, Stardust Racers, Monsters Unchained, Battle at the Ministry, Yoshi, Mine-Cart Madness being cursed once again, the food, Celestial Park, and whether staying at Helios is actually worth the price. But that’s not all! Brian also talks about his stay at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Blizzard Beach, Magic Kingdom, and his daughter’s emotional Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique experience. Plus, we’re deep into Halloween Horror Nights 35, and Brian is EXHAUSTED after spending basically every weekend at the event. We talk HHN crowds, Sinners, Ozzy Osbourne, the post-HHN blues, and why getting through this season has been a marathon. And of course, we’re bringing back Homie Hot Takes! This week we discuss: • Is Super Nintendo World underwhelming? • Should Universal’s escape rooms become a giant arcade? • Is Camp Jurassic the best theme park playground? • Does Universal Studios Florida get too much hate? • Why do people love squirting strangers on Dudley Do-Right’s? • Does Figment suck? • Should Men in Black: Alien Attack be replaced? It’s another episode full of theme park opinions, questionable decisions, and plenty of hot takes. | |||
| Our TOP 3 Boat Rides at Disney & Universal! 🚤 | UOAP Nights + Fast & Furious Finale | 23 Sep 2026 | 01:00:03 | |
Welcome back to No Loose Items: The Theme Park Podcast! In this episode, Brian and Chandler rank their Top 3 Boat Rides at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando — and somehow, they ended up having the exact same list! From classic Disney attractions like Jungle Cruise and Pirates of the Caribbean to Jurassic Park River Adventure, we break down what makes these rides so memorable, nostalgic, and worth riding. But before we get into the list, Brian recaps his first Universal Orlando Annual Passholder Appreciation Night, including the crowds, exclusive merch, meet-and-greets, food, the newly refurbished Men in Black: Alien Attack, and getting one final ride on Fast & Furious: Supercharged before its permanent closure. We also talk about:
Plus, Brian gets ready for a massive week of Disney, Universal, Epic Universe and Halloween Horror Nights content! No Loose Items is a theme park podcast hosted by Brian and Chandler covering Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, Epic Universe, Halloween Horror Nights, theme park news, rumors, rankings, hot takes and everything happening in the theme park world. 🎙️ New episodes every Wednesday! | |||
| Our TOP 5 Dark Rides in Orlando | 16 Sep 2026 | 01:00:32 | |
Which are the BEST dark rides in Orlando? 👀 On this episode of No Loose Items, Brian and Chandler are back with another Top 5 list — this time ranking their favorite dark rides at Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World! From classic attractions like The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man and Pirates of the Caribbean to newer heavy hitters like Monsters Unchained and Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry, we’re breaking down what makes these rides so special — and revealing some picks that might surprise you. We also talk about: 🎢 Our Top 5 Dark Rides in Orlando 🕷️ Why Spider-Man is STILL an all-time classic 🧟 Why Monsters Unchained blew us away ⭐ Rise of the Resistance 🎬 Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway 👽 Men in Black: Alien Attack 🏴☠️ Pirates of the Caribbean 🏰 The rides we somehow forgot to put on our lists 💬 YOUR Top 5 Dark Rides from Instagram 😂 Universal security-line pet peeves 🌴 Brian’s recent trip to Celebration, Florida And yes… Tower of Terror somehow got forgotten. 😂 This is No Loose Items, the Theme Park Podcast where we talk news, rumors, and our opinions on Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, and the theme park world as a whole. If you enjoy the episode, like, subscribe, and leave us a comment with YOUR Top 5 Dark Rides! | |||
| HHN 35 FIRST IMPRESSIONS! OUR HOUSE RANKINGS + CHANDLER'S ORLANDO TRIP | 09 Sep 2026 | 01:11:53 | |
Halloween Horror Nights 35 is HERE, and we finally got to experience it! 🎃👻 In this episode of No Loose Items, Brian and Chandler break down their first impressions of Halloween Horror Nights 35 at Universal Orlando. We’re talking about the houses, scares, theming, crowds, scare zones, and everything that stood out during our first night at HHN 35. But that’s not all — we’re also revealing our current HHN 35 house rankings and debating which houses lived up to the hype, which ones surprised us, and which ones didn’t quite hit the mark. Plus, Chandler breaks down his latest trip to Orlando, including what he did around the Universal Orlando Resort and his overall experience during the trip. 🎃 In this episode:
Whether you’re heading to Halloween Horror Nights 35 yourself or just want to know which houses are worth prioritizing, this episode is packed with our honest opinions and plenty of hot takes. 🎙️ No Loose Items is a theme park podcast covering Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, Epic Universe, Halloween Horror Nights, theme park news, rumors, rankings, reviews, and plenty of opinions. If you enjoy the episode, like, subscribe, and let us know YOUR HHN 35 house rankings in the comments! | |||
| Our Top 3 Bucket List Rides & 3 Defunct Rides We Miss | 02 Sep 2026 | 00:50:24 | |
Welcome back to No Loose Items, a theme park podcast where Brian and Chandler talk Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, theme park news, rumors, hot takes, and everything happening in the theme park world! This week, we’re making our theme park bucket lists! Brian and Chandler each pick their favorite rides that they desperately want to experience, including attractions from Universal Studios Hollywood, Tokyo Disneyland, Disneyland Resort, Phantasialand, Universal Beijing, and more. Then we look back at some of the defunct theme park attractions we never got the chance to ride. From Universal’s legendary Kongfrontation and Back to the Future: The Ride to the original Gwazi, Kingda Ka, Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride, and more, there are plenty of rides we wish we could go back in time and experience. We also talk about rides and attractions we’d love to see return, including Jaws, Twister, Back to the Future, The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash, and more. And somehow, we end up talking about the history of Universal Orlando’s CityWalk, old attractions, Five Guys, In-N-Out, and what Universal Studios looked like before Islands of Adventure. What ride is at the top of YOUR theme park bucket list? And what’s the one defunct ride you wish you could have experienced? Let us know in the comments! 👍 Like the video 💬 Comment your bucket-list ride 🔔 Subscribe for more No Loose Items ⭐ Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen! ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Intro & Our Theme Park Bucket Lists 00:51 Chandler Saw the New Spider-Man Movie 01:22 Dollywood FOMO & A Lost iPhone 03:00 Let’s Talk Bucket List Rides 03:49 Jurassic World: The Ride & Jurassic World Adventure 08:51 Radiator Springs Racers 11:33 Taron at Phantasialand 16:21 Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift 17:54 Pooh’s Hunny Hunt 20:12 Air Force One & Fun Spot Atlanta 21:57 Bucket List Honorable Mentions 22:18 Jaws, Secret Life of Pets & Monsters, Inc. 24:45 Universal Ride Building Trivia 28:10 Fury 325, Jurassic World & Nemesis Reborn 30:28 Defunct Rides We Never Got to Ride 30:28 Kongfrontation 33:43 Back to the Future: The Ride 37:02 Could Back to the Future Return to Universal? 37:46 The Original Gwazi 39:57 Kingda Ka 41:45 Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride 45:03 Our Favorite Defunct Rides 45:46 Jaws & Twister 46:42 Disney’s Defunct Attractions 47:49 Stitch’s Great Escape & Alien Encounter 49:48 Dueling Dragons & Old Islands of Adventure 50:45 The History of Universal CityWalk 52:19 Old Universal Orlando & CityWalk 53:21 In-N-Out vs. Five Guys 54:22 Wrapping Up 55:17 Where to Find Brian & Chandler 56:07 Outro | |||
| Halloween Horror Nights 35 HYPE LISTS | 26 Aug 2026 | 01:25:47 | |
Halloween Horror Nights is almost here, so Brian and Chandler are breaking down their Top 10 most anticipated houses for HHN! With the event opening the same week this episode drops, the hype is officially at an all-time high. The guys compare their rankings, talk about which houses they’re excited for, and reveal where they agree — and where they couldn’t be more different. From Stranger Things 5, Sinners, Hellraiser, Evil Dead Burn, Madlands Caged Cannibals, CyberGoria, H.R. Blood & Guts, Ozzy Osbourne, and more, they’re breaking down what has them hyped and what they’re still skeptical about. They also discuss the movies they watched to prepare for the event, including Sinners, Hellraiser, and Evil Dead, plus what they think Universal could do with some of this year’s biggest IPs and original concepts. It’s almost time to step into the fog. 🎃 If you enjoy Universal Orlando, Halloween Horror Nights, theme park news, rumors, reviews, and hot takes, make sure to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to No Loose Items! 🎙️ No Loose Items is a theme park podcast covering Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, Epic Universe, Halloween Horror Nights, theme park news, rumors, reviews, and plenty of opinions. | |||
| OUR HOTTEST THEME PARK TAKES YET! 😳 Universal, Disney, HHN & More | No Loose Items Ep. 10 | 19 Aug 2026 | 01:10:30 | |
Welcome back to No Loose Items, a theme park podcast where we talk Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, theme park news, rumors, experiences, and—most importantly—our opinions! We made it to Episode 10, so there was only one thing to do: HOT TAKES! 🔥 But first, Chandler tells us all about his absolutely insane one-day Universal Orlando trip after flying from Ohio to Florida and back. From Halloween Horror Nights construction and the new Hollywood Drift coaster to Fast & Furious Supercharged’s final days, Lost Continent construction, Butterbeer, Men in Black, ET, and a whole lot of ride breakdowns… it was one wild day. Brian also breaks down his latest Universal trip, the new Buffalo Mac & Cheese Cone, Halloween Horror Nights updates, Hollywood Drift construction, and his upcoming Epic Universe trip—including a stay at Helios Grand Hotel! Then we get into our biggest theme park hot takes yet, including: 🔥 Is cold Butterbeer actually the best Butterbeer? 🔥 Is Universal Studios Florida basically Universal’s version of EPCOT? 🔥 Diagon Alley vs. Hogsmeade — which is better? 🔥 Is Nightmare Fuel officially getting old at Halloween Horror Nights? 🔥 Are Universal’s water taxis overrated compared to Disney’s Monorail and Skyliner? 🔥 Hagrid’s vs. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind for themed roller coasters 🔥 Is Skull Island: Reign of Kong actually underrated? 🔥 Is Disney merchandise WAY better than Universal merchandise? 🔥 Is Kilimanjaro Safaris underrated? 🔥 And MUCH more! Plus, we introduce a brand-new segment: HOMIE HOT TAKES, featuring hot takes from some of our favorite theme park creator friends! If you’ve got a theme park hot take of your own, send it to us! We may feature your take on a future episode. 📍 No Loose Items — New episodes every Wednesday. If you enjoy the podcast, subscribe, like, comment, and leave us a review! It helps us more than you know. | |||
| the BEST Roller Coasters in Orlando? Our Top 6 Ranking | 12 Aug 2026 | 01:02:25 | |
Welcome back to No Loose Items, a theme park podcast where Brian and Chandler talk Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, Epic Universe, theme park news, rumors, hot takes, and everything else happening in the theme park world! This week, we’re ranking our TOP 6 ROLLER COASTERS IN THE ORLANDO AREA — and let’s just say… we don’t agree on everything. 😂 Before getting into the rankings, Brian recaps a recent Disney trip that included Blizzard Beach, Disney’s All-Star Music Resort, Magic Kingdom, Skipper Canteen, Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion, Peter Pan’s Flight, and plenty of Disney food talk. Then we get into the main event: our personal favorite Orlando roller coasters. Our lists include some obvious heavy hitters, but also some VERY questionable choices. Brian leaves Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure off his list and puts Space Mountain in his Top 6. Chandler has Mako, Hagrid’s, and Expedition Everest on his list, while both agree that Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Stardust Racers, Expedition Everest, and VelociCoaster deserve serious consideration. We also talk about: 🎢 VelociCoaster 🚀 Stardust Racers at Epic Universe 🦍 Expedition Everest 🌌 Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind 🐉 Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure 🦈 Mako 🏔️ Space Mountain 🐲 Hiccup’s Wing Gliders 💥 The Incredible Hulk Coaster 🎸 Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster 🪽 Manta 🧟 Revenge of the Mummy 🔥 Hollywood Drift and the future of Universal Orlando And of course, we talk about whether Hollywood Drift could actually dethrone VelociCoaster when it eventually opens. This is our PERSONAL list based on our experiences, memories, and what we enjoy riding — not a scientific ranking of the “best” coasters in the world. So if your favorite didn’t make the list… don’t come after us. 😂 Let us know in the comments: What are YOUR Top 6 Roller Coasters in Orlando? And should Hagrid’s be on Brian’s list? 👀 👍 Like the video 💬 Comment your Top 6 🔔 Subscribe for more theme park news, rumors, rankings, reviews, and hot takes! | |||
| Please STOP Doing These Things at Disney & Universal! Theme Park Pet Peeve | 05 Aug 2026 | 01:01:09 | |
Welcome back to No Loose Items, the theme park podcast where we talk Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, theme park news, rumors, and our honest opinions! This week we’re letting it all out… We’re talking about our BIGGEST theme park pet peeves and the etiquette every Disney and Universal guest should know. From line cutters and people who stop in the middle of walkways to being rude to cast members, team members, and content creator frustrations, nothing is off limits. In this episode we discuss: * Our biggest Disney & Universal pet peeves * Theme park etiquette everyone should follow * Why being kind to cast members and team members matters * Line cutting, crowd behavior, and moving walkway frustrations * Drinking responsibly at the parks * Content creator hot takes and social media annoyances * Funny stories from Halloween Horror Nights, Disney, and Universal Orlando * Plus, a surprise appearance from Brian’s daughter! Whether you’re a Universal annual passholder, a Disney regular, or planning your first vacation, this episode is packed with relatable stories and plenty of laughs. 💬 What is YOUR biggest theme park pet peeve? Let us know in the comments! | |||
| Ranking Our TOP 3 Snacks at Disney World & Universal Orlando | 29 Jul 2026 | 01:00:43 | |
Welcome back to No Loose Items, the theme park podcast where we cover Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, Epic Universe, Halloween Horror Nights, theme park news, rumors, and plenty of hot takes! In this episode, Brian and Chandler draft their Top 3 favorite snacks from Universal Orlando Resort and Walt Disney World. From Butterbeer Soft Serve and Green Eggs & Ham tots to Casey’s Corner corn dogs, Mickey Ice Cream Bars, candied bacon, and some forgotten Halloween Horror Nights food favorites, we’re sharing the snacks we think every theme park fan needs to try. We also dive into: 🎃 Halloween Horror Nights food memories 🍿 Hidden snack gems at Universal & Disney 🎢 Orlando Informer Nights at Epic Universe 💰 HHN price increases and free parking changes ☕ Brian’s latest Universal trip, Three Broomsticks breakfast, and early park admission strategy What are YOUR favorite snacks at Disney or Universal? Let us know in the comments! 👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly theme park podcasts, Universal news, Disney discussions, HHN coverage, Epic Universe updates, rankings, and hot takes. Chapters 00:00 Welcome to No Loose Items 01:44 Brian’s surprise Universal trip 05:38 Three Broomsticks breakfast review 06:30 Our Top 3 Universal Orlando snacks 22:22 Green Eggs & Ham Café appreciation 26:34 Top 3 Disney World snacks 41:58 Brian’s favorite Magic Kingdom treat 48:29 Honorable mentions 51:03 Orlando Informer at Epic Universe 56:43 HHN parking changes & rising costs 59:55 Halloween Horror Nights discussion 1:00:17 Outro | |||
| Our Perfect Universal Orlando Weekend: Dockside, Early Entry & Ride Strategy | 22 Jul 2026 | 01:00:05 | |
Welcome back to No Loose Items, the theme park podcast where we cover Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, Epic Universe, and everything happening in the theme park world! In this episode, Brian breaks down his recent stay at Universal’s Endless Summer Dockside Inn & Suites. Was staying at Universal’s value resort worth it? We cover everything from the rooms and food to the pools, parking, and whether Dockside actually feels like a Universal resort. We also talk about: 🎢 How we knocked out Hagrid’s, VelociCoaster, Hulk, Spider-Man, Mummy, Gringotts and more 🏨 Honest Dockside hotel review 🌊 Pool and food court experience 🍔 NBC Sports Grill dinner review 🎟️ The best strategy for Early Park Admission (EPA) 🎢 Hollywood Drift construction updates 🤔 Universal vs. Disney resort experience 💰 Is Dockside really the best value hotel at Universal Orlando? If you’re planning a Universal Orlando vacation, staying at Dockside, or just love theme parks, this episode is packed with tips that can save you time and help you get more rides in. 👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it. 💬 Have you stayed at Dockside? Let us know your experience in the comments! 🔔 Subscribe for weekly theme park discussions, news, rankings, rumors, and hot takes. Follow us: 🎙️ No Loose Items 📱 Brian (The Theme Park Take) 📱 Chandler (Theme_Parker) #UniversalOrlando #Dockside #UniversalHotels #UniversalStudios #IslandsOfAdventure #EpicUniverse #ThemeParkPodcast #HagridsMotorbikeAdventure #VelociCoaster #UniversalResort | |||
| Every Orlando Theme Park Ranked | Disney vs Universal | 15 Jul 2026 | 01:05:37 | |
Welcome back to No Loose Items, the theme park podcast where we cover Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, Epic Universe, SeaWorld Orlando, and everything happening in the theme park world! In this episode, Brian and Chandler rank all 8 major Orlando theme parks from worst to best—and let’s just say… our lists couldn’t be more different. We also settle one of the biggest debates in the Wizarding World: 🥤 Which Butterbeer is actually the best? Frozen? Cold? Hot? In this episode: 🎢 Ranking every Orlando theme park 🏰 Magic Kingdom vs EPCOT 🌍 Universal Studios vs Islands of Adventure ✨ Where Epic Universe lands on our list 🐬 Why SeaWorld finishes where it does 🧈 Ranking every Butterbeer at Universal Orlando 🎃 Fast & Furious coaster construction updates 🎢 Theme park memories, nostalgia, and hot takes 👇 Let us know YOUR rankings in the comments! Our Rankings Include: * Magic Kingdom * EPCOT * Hollywood Studios * Animal Kingdom * Universal Studios Florida * Islands of Adventure * Epic Universe * SeaWorld Orlando 👍 Like the video if you enjoy theme park debates! 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes covering Universal Orlando, Disney World, Epic Universe, Halloween Horror Nights, rumors, news, and hot takes. #UniversalOrlando #DisneyWorld #EpicUniverse #ThemeParks #IslandsOfAdventure #MagicKingdom #EPCOT #NoLooseItems #Disney #UniversalStudios #Butterbeer #Orlando | |||
| Our Halloween Horror Nights Wishlist’s | Universal’s WORST Lockers & Our Favorite Ride Queues | 08 Jul 2026 | 01:02:35 | |
🎢 Welcome back to No Loose Items, the theme park podcast where we talk Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, Epic Universe, Halloween Horror Nights, rumors, news, and everything happening in the parks. This week we’re diving into our ultimate Halloween Horror Nights wish list! From Scream and Resident Evil to Scooby-Doo, Slipknot, and more, we’re talking about the dream houses we’d love to see at HHN. We also settle one of Universal Orlando’s biggest debates: 🔒 Which ride has the WORST lockers? 🎢 Which attractions have the BEST themed queues in Universal and Disney? Along the way we also talk about: * Staying at Universal’s Dockside Inn * Upcoming Epic Universe plans * Harry Potter attractions * VelociCoaster * Monsters Unchained * Ministry of Magic * Rise of the Resistance * Horror movies, music, and more theme park tangents! 👇 Let us know in the comments: • What IP do YOU want to see at Halloween Horror Nights? • Which Universal locker system is the worst? • What’s your favorite ride queue of all time? 👍 If you enjoyed the episode, leave a like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World content every week! #HalloweenHorrorNights #HHN #UniversalOrlando #EpicUniverse #UniversalStudios #ThemeParks #VelociCoaster #HarryPotter #NoLooseItems 00:00 Welcome to No Loose Items 00:49 One Month of Podcasting 01:39 Upcoming Universal & Disney Trips 06:10 Halloween Horror Nights Wish Lists 07:45 Slipknot House? 11:44 Resident Evil at HHN 14:27 Scooby-Doo Horror House 18:11 Why Scream NEEDS to Come to HHN 20:58 Evil Dead Discussion 27:35 Universal's Worst Lockers 29:32 Why VelociCoaster's Lockers Are the Best 31:06 More Universal Locker Complaints 40:33 Best Ride Queues at Universal 41:24 Forbidden Journey 44:09 VelociCoaster Queue 47:16 Epic Universe Queues 53:10 Disney Queue Honorable Mentions 58:22 Car Trouble Story 1:01:10 Wrap Up Follow Brian https://www.instagram.com/thethemeparktake TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thethemeparktake Follow Chandler https://www.instagram.com/theme_parkerr/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@theme_parkerr | |||
| The Universal Rides We Love That Everyone Else Hates | 03 Jul 2026 | 00:58:04 | |
Welcome back to No Loose Items, the theme park podcast where Brian and Chandler discuss the latest news, rumors, and opinions from Universal Orlando, Epic Universe, Walt Disney World, and beyond! In Episode 3, we’re diving into some controversial theme park opinions. We discuss rides that get way too much hate, including Cat in the Hat, Skull Island: Reign of Kong, Mine-Cart Madness, and Escape from Gringotts. We also debate the BEST Coca-Cola Freestyle machine locations in Universal Orlando (yes, we’re getting very specific), and break down what we’re most excited for in the future of Universal Parks. Plus, we talk about: 🎢 Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift hype 🏰 Epic Universe’s biggest weaknesses ⚡ Why the Wizarding World needs another attraction 🐉 Mine-Cart Madness controversy 🦍 Skull Island: Reign of Kong defense squad 🥤 Best and worst Freestyle machines in Universal Orlando 🎮 Pokémon vs. Zelda vs. Lord of the Rings rumors for Lost Continent 🎄 Why Seuss Landing isn’t going anywhere anytime soon Do you agree with our takes? Let us know your most controversial theme park opinion in the comments! 👍 Like, Subscribe, and leave a review if you’re enjoying the podcast! | |||
| We Debate Universal Kids Resort Texas (And Completely Disagree) No Loose Items Podcast | 01 Jul 2026 | 00:49:12 | |
Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, Texas is officially open, and the internet has opinions.In this bonus episode of No Loose Items, Brian and Chandler break down Universal’s newest destination and debate whether the Universal Kids Resort is an exciting addition for families or a major disappointment for the Universal brand.We discuss:🎢 Universal Kids Resort Frisco, Texas🎢 The rides, lands, and attractions🎢 Shrek, Minions, SpongeBob, Jurassic World, Trolls, and Puss in Boots🎢 Why some theme park fans are calling it a failure🎢 Whether the park is actually designed for families and young kids🎢 The lack of theming and landscaping🎢 How it compares to Universal Orlando, Epic Universe, and Disney🎢 The future of Universal’s expansion strategyIs Universal Kids Resort getting unfairly criticized, or did Universal miss the mark on this one? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!🎙️ No Loose Items is a theme park podcast where Brian and Chandler discuss Universal Orlando, Epic Universe, Walt Disney World, theme park news, rumors, hot takes, and industry trends.👍 Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more theme park debates, news, and hot takes!Chapters00:00 Introduction to Universal Kids Resort00:54 Overview of the Resort's Features04:51 Initial Reactions and Opinions09:31 Target Audience and Theming Discussion16:46 Location and Accessibility23:08 Comparisons with Other Universal Attractions30:16 Final Thoughts and Conclusion#UniversalKidsResort #UniversalOrlando #UniversalStudios #NoLooseItems #ThemeParks #UniversalTexasFollow Brian Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thethemeparktakeTikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@thethemeparktakeFollow Chandler Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/theme_parkerr/TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@theme_parkerr | |||
| Will Universal Fan Fest Come to Orlando? | Best Universal Food & Rides We Miss Most! | 24 Jun 2026 | 01:03:02 | |
Welcome back to No Loose Items! In Episode 2, Brian and Chandler dive into one of Universal’s hottest topics: Universal Fan Fest Nights in Hollywood and whether it should make its way to Universal Orlando Resort. | |||
| No Loose Items Ep. 1 – How We Met, Velocicoaster Obsession & Starting a Theme Park Podcast | 17 Jun 2026 | 00:54:42 | |
Welcome to No Loose Items, a theme park podcast hosted by Brian and Chandler covering Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, and theme parks around the world. In our first episode, we finally sit down and start the podcast we’ve been talking about for years. We introduce ourselves, share how we got into theme park content, and talk about our obsession with Universal Orlando and Disney World. We dive into everything from Velocicoaster being one of the best rides ever built, Halloween Horror Nights memories, Disney vs Universal differences, and how we actually met through the theme park community. We also discuss content creation, TikTok vs YouTube, and what it’s like building a theme park audience online. Later in the episode, we get into ride opinions, including Fast & Furious Hollywood Drift, Epic Universe excitement, and our least favorite attractions across Universal and Disney parks. If you love Universal Orlando, Disney World, roller coasters, HHN, and honest theme park conversations, this is your show. New episodes weekly. | |||