Join us for episode 421 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

We're back! This week Donna joins Ryan to discuss the crazy opinions of those who rate just 1 star for Disney's Animal Kingdom!

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Join us for episode 420 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

This week we discuss:

• Our thoughts on the remaining D23 announcements.
• Ryan has a rant about The Acolyte.
• The newly announced Universal Fan Fest Nights.

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 411 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

This week Ryan is sharing his grand plan for Walt Disney World as he prepares to head back with his family at the end of the month.

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Join us for episode 322 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

This week we’re playing This or That for various things at Walt Disney World and are talking through:

• Spaceship Earth or Cinderella's Castle
• The Tree of Life or the Chinese Theatre
• Jock Lindsey’s or Baseline Tap House
• Main Street USA or sunset Boulevard
• The Haunted Mansion or Tower of Terror

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 321 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

This week we're playing This or That at Disney's Animal Kingdom and are talking through:

• It’s tough to be a bug or Rafikis planet watch
• Kilimanjaro safaris or a celebration of the festival of the lion king
• The gorilla falls exploration trail or mahajarah jungle trek
• Kali river rapids or dinosaur
• Expedition Everest or flight of passage
• Flame Tree Barbecue or Pizzafari
• Indiana Jones or zootopia (land replacement)

We're back for our second part of This or That in Disney's Hollywood Studios! This week we cover:

Beauty and the Beast: Live on Stage or Indiana Jones epic stunt spectacular

• MGM studios or Hollywood studios
• Rock n rollercoaster or tower of terror
• Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy or Disney Junior Play & Dance
• Swan or Boardwalk
• Woody’s Lunchbox or PizzeRizzo
• Boat or walk into the park

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Join us for episode 319 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

We're both on the end of Covid this week but have a full episode for you where we play a little game of This or That at Disney's Hollywood Studios. In this episode we chat through:

• For the first time in forever: A frozen sing-along celebration or Beauty and the Beast: Live on Stage
• Baseline tap house or Oga’s cantina
• Smugglers run or star tours
• Drip Depot or Savi’s Workshop
• Mickey and minnies runaway railway or The Great Movie Ride
• ASS or muppetvision 3D
• Hollywood Scoops or Trolley Car Cafe (Starbucks)

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Join us for episode 318 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

This week we're reading out poor reviews that people have left for Phantom Manor at Disneyland Paris! Shorter episode this week as Ryan has covid.

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Join us for episode 317 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

We can't believe we've never done this show before but this week we're reading out the worst reviews we can find online for EPCOT's Living with the Land!

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 316 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

Join us for an absolutely mad episode of the show where we discuss possible celebrity replacements for Dame Judi Dench on Spaceship Earth when the time eventually comes for the attraction to be refurbishment.

We have everything from serious suggestions like Benedict Cumberbatch to crazy ideas like Boris Johnson and Kermit the Frog.

Join us for episode 315 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

We're back for part 2 of this or that in EPCOT. This week we chat through:

• Spaceship Earth or Living with the Land
• Walk or boat across World showcase
• Soarin around the world or over California
• Food and wine festival or flower and garden
• Figment or Dr Nigel Channing
• Funnel cake or Yorkshire county fish shop
• Le cellier or Le cellier

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Join us for episode 314 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

We're back this week for a full episode and decided to get back into the swing of things with another game of This or That! This week we're going to visit EPCOT where we chat through:

• The main entrance or International Gateway

• Mexico or Norway

• Japan or USA

• Nice work pal or these little beauties

• Skyliner or Monorail

• Soarin or test track

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

We hate missing weeks so here is a short reason as to why we aren't recording a full episode of the show this week.

We can't wait to be back properly next week!

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Join us for episode 410 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

A very quick episode this week as it is all the time we had to record but we promise to record a much longer review of Chessington World of Adventures in the next few days!

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Join us for episode 313 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

In space, no one can hear you chew.

This week we are doing another poor reviews episode where we read out some of the worst reviews we can find online for Space 220 in Disney Springs!

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 312 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

This week we are doing a poor reviews episode where we read out some of the worst reviews we can find online for Gideon's Bakehouse in Disney Springs.

There are some absolute corkers in this episode so we hope you enjoy it!

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Join us for episode 311 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

This week we're continuing our This or That at the Magic Kingdom where we ask ourselves a series of questions about the park.

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Join us for episode 310 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

We were inspired by our friends over at That Disney Parks Podcast this week and thought we'd actually do a positive episode about a Disney theme park.

This week we begin a fun little challenge of This or That at the Magic Kingdom where we asks ourselves a series of questions about the park.

Here is what we go through this week:

• Monorail or ferry into the Magic Kingdom
• Polynesian or Contemporary
• Space or Thunder Mountain
• Disney bus or drive
• Starbucks or Joffrey's
• Dole whip or ice cream parlour
• Seven dwarfs or Thunder Mountain

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 309 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

Dom is back on the show (it's been almost 2 years) to chat to us about his recent trips to both Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Not only that, he speaks of his runDisney Dopey challenge (an insane amount of running) and the incredible work he does for the Martin House Hospice for Children and Young People.

Do make sure you go and follow Dom and his adventures over at ukdisdad on Twitter.

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Join us for episode 308 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

We're back this week for a full episode of the show after suffering from Covid in Ryan's household. We thought we'd return with an episode full of news from the past week or so but with a focus on the new Figment popcorn buckets.

Yes... The Figment Popcorn buckets have been selling on eBay for over $200. It's going to be a fun episode.

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Just a short one this week from us as we're dealing with Coronavirus.

Hope to be back next week with a full show!

Ryan and Dan.

Join us for episode 307 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

In the second of our two-part episode, we’re chatting through what we want to see from theme parks in 2022. This week we chat:

• Hopes for Disneyland Paris
• We want more announcements from Universal on Epic Universe
• Galaxy's Edge expansion and why the land misfired
• WE JUST WANT TO VISIT MORE THEME PARKS IN 2022!!

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 306 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

Happy New Year and welcome to the first show of 2022! We had a week off to enjoy Christmas with our families but we're back and talking nonsense about theme parks again.

In the first of a two-part episode, we're chatting through what we want to see from theme parks in 2022.

While we naturally chat a lot about Disney and Universal, we also chat about the state of the theme parks here in the UK and touch on a few European favourites as well!

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 305 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

This week we talk about the string of lies that the Walt Disney Company has been telling consumers recently and we cover everything from the theme parks to the recent shambles that shopDisney just put its UK customers through.

We also read out what real customers have to say on shopDisney here in the UK. It isn't kind...

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 409 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

This week we're chatting through Disney's Riviera Resort as we read out some of the worst reviews we could find for the resort.

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 304 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

Just before we continue our tour of Disney's Hollywood Studios and wander into Galaxy's Edge, we thought it would be fun to see what people thought of one of the attractions in the land.

Join us this week as we find the least favourable opinions online for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. We also start the episode on a bit of a rant on the new Star Wars hotel coming to the Walt Disney World Resort.

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

We're on our 3rd week in a row where we're touring Disney's Hollywood Studios park and this week we're taking you through Toy Story Land.

In this episode we cover:

• Slinky Dog Dash
• Alien Swirling Saucers (ASS)
• Toy Story Mania!
• Woody's Lunch Box
• Toy Story Mania Shop

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 302 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

We know... the last time we were touring Disney's Hollywood Studios was back in September but at least we're consistent in our inconsistency.

This week we're back in the park and spend most of our time talking about the mess that is Animation Courtyard. Here are all of the places we cover:

• The Hollywood Brown Derby
• The Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge
• Disney Junior Dance Party
• Star Wars Launch Bay
• Voyage of the Little Mermaid
• Walt Disney Presents
• Meet the Incredibles at Pixar Place
• Market (snack stand)
• Joffrey's Coffee and Tea
• Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 301 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

We promised we'd be back in Disney's Hollywood Studios this week didn't we? Well considering Ryan didn't spend the time he needed to prep for the continuation of the tour of the park, we decided to read out some poor reviews of Oga's Cantina.

Keep in mind that Dan hasn't visited the venue and Ryan thinks it is one of the best places on Disney Parks property...

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 300 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

As we hit this huge milestone we thought it would be a good idea to be positive about Walt Disney World for a change. So instead of turning to some of the worst reviews that people have left for the resort, we're reading out some of the best!

We also share a few of our favourite memories along the way.

Thank you to everyone who has been with us all this time, here's to the next 300 shows!

A Short (and non-numbered) episode this week to explain why you aren't getting a full episode from us!

See you next week for episode 300!!!

Join us for episode 299 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

We know we said we'd be returning to Disney's Hollywood Studios this week but we had the chance to visit Paultons Park for Halloween weekend so thought we'd share our thoughts on the experience while it is fresh in our minds.

In this episode we cover:

• Peppa Pig World
• Halloween
• Food and beverages
• The attractions of the park
• Overall value for money
• Theming of the park

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 298 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

We promise that the walkthrough of Disney's Hollywood Studios will return next week but first we thought we'd do something a little different...

Now that we know America is opening up again, we ask ourselves a few questions on what aspects of Orlando we're most looking forward to seeing again (or experiencing for the first time).

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 297 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

So while both of us visited Alton Towers together a few weeks ago, we thought it would be good to try and get Dan to give his thoughts on the experience given that Ryan had been to Alton already this year.

Naturally, we both end up talking about the theme park including the rides, food and overall experience.

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 296 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

We're incredibly fortunate this week to be rejoined by Jon who dialled into the podcast live from the Universal Orlando resort!

In this weeks episode, we talk about all things Halloween Horror Nights including:

• Thoughts on all houses and scare zones
• Reviews of the food
• Jons thoughts on the R.I.P tour

We also end the show by talking about the end of Shrek at Universal Studios and what could be coming next!

Please do go and give Jon a follow over on Twitter.

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 408 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

This week we talk through the terrible name change over in Disneyland Paris as they've announced Walt Disney Studios Park is becoming Disney Adventure World.

In addition, we go into detail on what Disney has shared so far on the return of the 'Free' Disney Dining Plan in Walt Disney World for 2025.

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 295 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

Can you believe it? This week Dan and Ryan actually went to a theme park together! It's the first time we've been in a theme park together since 2018 and we can't wait to share what we thought of Thorpe Park here in the UK.

Listen for our thoughts on attractions, food, theming and so much more!

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Join us for episode 294 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

We're back in Disney's Hollywood Studios this week as we continue our tour around the park.

We hit the other side of Sunset Boulevard where we chat about:

• Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy
• Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
• Sunshine Day Bar
• Sunset Ranch Market
  • Anaheim Produce
  • Rosie's All-American Cafe
  • Fairfax Fare
  • Hollywood Scoops
• KRNR The Rock Station
• Beverly Sunset Boutique
• Sunset Ranch Pins and Souvenirs

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 293 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

Hooray for Hollywood! This week we're starting our look back through the movie (RIP The Great Movie Ride) as we go on a grand tour of Disney's Hollywood Studios!

In this week's episode we cover:

• Oscar's Super Service
• Celebrity 5 & 10
• The Trolley Car Cafe
• Legends of Hollywood
• Once Upon a Time
• Beauty and the Beast - Live on Stage
• Fantasmic!
• Tower of Terror
• Joffrey's

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 292 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

This week we're giving an honest review of Butlins in Bognor Regis as Ryan has just come back from a family break focused on Tots (toddlers).

We cover everything from food and attractions to some of the shows that the resort had on offer.

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 291 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

This week we're giving an honest review of the Disney Magic at Sea vacations that Disney is offering UK residents at the moment.

In this show we cover off:

• Thoughts on the ship's restaurants
• Onboard entertainment review
• How much does a trip cost in reality?
• Why you shouldn't get ill on the ship

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 290 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

This week we're back on the poor reviews and reading out what people on Google think about Islands of Adventure.

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Join us for episode 289 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

Did any of you expect us not to have an entire episode dedicated to Disney Genie? This week we chat through the service and talk about both the positives (yes there are some) and the negatives (of which there are loads).

We also talk through a few other news items and Ryan talks a little about his upcoming Disney Cruise.

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 288 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

It's the last episode of our wild tour of Disney's Animal Kingdom! This week we are walking through the other half of Discovery Island before finishing our tour of the park in Pandora - The World of Avatar.

Here is everything we chat about this week:

• Discovery Island Trails
• Creature Comforts
• Pizzafari
• Nomad Lounge
• Tiffins Restaurant
• Na'vi River Journey
• Avatar Flight of Passage
• Pongu Pongu
• Satu'li Canteen
• Windtraders

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 287 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

It's the penultimate episode of our wild tour of Disney's Animal Kingdom and this week we hit every stop in Africa. From attractions and terrible train rides to some of the best-themed dining locations in the park, we have you covered. Here's everything we talk about on this week's show:

• Festival of the Lion King
• Kilimanjaro Safaris
• Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail
• Rafiki's Planet Watch
• Harambe Fruit Market
• Harambe Market
• Tamu Tamu Refreshments
• Dawa bar
• Tusker House Restaurant
• Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery
• Mombasa Marketplace
• Zuri's Sweets Shop

e sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 286 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

We're finally continuing with our tour of Disney's Animal Kindom this week as we head back into Asia and complete the tour of the land. In this week's expedition we cover:

• Caravan Road
• Mr. Kamal's
• Warung Outpost
• Drinkwallah
• Maharajah Jungle Trek
• Up! A Great Bird Adventure
• Kali River Rapids
• Yak & Yeti Restaurant
• Yak & Yeti Local Food Cafes
• Yak & Yeti Quality Beverages
• Anandapur Ice Cream Truck

We'll be heading into Africa in the next part of our tour of the park!

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Join us for episode 407 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

Dan is back and this week we're tackling the news! We chat through:

• Bayou Adventure Opening Timeline
• Update on the biggest expansion ever to the Magic Kingdom
• New Star Tours Scenes
• HHN33 

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 285 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

Ryan starts the show with a bit of sad (but expected) news about his August trip to Orlando before we cheer ourselves up by reading poor reviews that guests have left for the Alton Towers Hotel within the Alton Towers Resort.

We also talk through some interesting changes that Disney has announced for Walt Disney World as part of the 50th-anniversary celebrations.

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.

Join us for episode 284 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

This week we welcome Harry to guest on the show as he joins us to talk through some of his theme park experiences he's had over his lifetime. 

We talk about theme park nostalgia, making memories with our children, and our dislike for Chapek!

Do go and follow Harry on Twitter and also tune in to his Music podcast Talk Tonight HQ.

Next week we will be back with our continued tour of Disney's Animal Kingdom!

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Join us for episode 283 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.

Jon rejoins us on the show to fill us in with everything that Universal has added to the Universal Orlando Resort since the start of the pandemic.

We cover everything from rides and shows to character meets and new food and beverage options!

Please do go and give Jon a follow over on Twitter.

Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.