April 1, 2026

D23 Strategy, Legends Debate & The Rise of the Bourne Stuntacular (Ep. 11)

A breakdown of D23 2026, a debate over Disney Legends picks, and how a viral meme turned a stunt show into must-see theme park magic.

Show Notes

Lauren and Eric break down everything you need to know about D23 2026—from the expanded week-long fan experience to the realities of membership tiers and ticket strategy. They also dive into this year’s Disney Legends class, unpacking fan reactions and notable “snubs.” Then, the conversation shifts to Universal, where an unexpected meme has thrust the Bourne Stuntacular into the spotlight. Finally, they explore underrated Disney park experiences that fans say deserve more love.

HIGHLIGHTS

D23 2026 expands into a full week of fan experiences leading up to the Anaheim Convention Center expo (August 14–16)
Breakdown of D23 membership tiers, including free, Gold Essential, Gold Choice, and Gold Complete options
Ticketing strategy insights, including Honda Center access and the challenge of securing premium experiences
Disney Legends 2026 class includes Dwayne Johnson, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Anne Hathaway, Bob Iger, and more
Fan reactions highlight debate over “snubs” like Hilary Duff, Raven-Symoné, and Selena Gomez
Why D23 is “Comic-Con for Disney fans” and who it’s really worth it for
The viral rise of Universal’s Bourne Stuntacular thanks to in-park signage and social media memes
How crowd behavior and visibility impact theme park show attendance
Reddit’s best underrated Disney World experiences, from resort boat rides to quiet pavilion corners
Personal hidden gems, including Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle walkthrough and Main Street moments

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HOSTS

Eric Hersey – X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@erichersey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@erichersey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Lauren Hersey – X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@laurenhersey2⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lauren_hersey_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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