Epic Universal Podcast with Eric Hersey

Epic Universal Podcast with Eric Hersey

Eric Hersey & Jim Hill have a different take on Universal Parks & Experiences. They share news of the day as well as behind-the-scenes stories in a breezy, conversational style. Better yet, listeners of this podcast are regularly invited to offer their input / join the conversation. So, get ready for some Epic fun.

Recent Episodes

The Great Comcast-NBCUniversal Split and What It Means for Universal Parks (Ep. 109)
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July 2, 2026

The Great Comcast-NBCUniversal Split and What It Means for Universal Parks (Ep. 109)

Jim Hill and Eric Hersey break down Comcast’s planned split from NBCUniversal and Sky, and what that could mean for Universal’s theme park business. They look at how a standalone NBCUniversal might affect future park investment, especially after years of Comcast enthusiasm for rides, lands, and Epic Universe. The episode also covers a big week of Halloween Horror Nights announcements, new Universal CityWalk updates, and animation news from Annecy. Then Jim shares the fiery history of how Ron How
From Rainforest Cafe to Hot Dog Hall of Fame with Steven Schussler (Ep. 108)
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June 25, 2026

From Rainforest Cafe to Hot Dog Hall of Fame with Steven Schussler (Ep. 108)

Jim Hill and Eric Hersey dig into a very Oz-heavy opening, from new Wicked-adjacent publishing news to the limited reopening dates for North Carolina’s Land of Oz. Then they unpack the latest Halloween Horror Nights announcements, Universal Studios Hollywood’s new security setup, and the early reactions to Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, Texas. The episode wraps with a fond farewell to CityWalk Orlando’s Hot Dog Hall of Fame and a deep dive into Steven Schussler, the Rainforest Cafe creator who
Stranger Things and The Goblins of Hopkinsville (Ep. 107)
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June 18, 2026

Stranger Things and The Goblins of Hopkinsville (Ep. 107)

Jim Hill and Eric Hersey return with a packed Epic Universal Podcast covering the newest Halloween Horror Nights reveal, fresh Epic Universe developments, and more chatter from Universal Orlando and Hollywood. Eric shares impressions from his Helios Grand Hotel stay, while Jim digs into the latest Universal news from Stranger Things to the United Kingdom resort. Then Jim uses Steven Spielberg’s new UFO movie Disclosure Day as a launchpad for the strange story of Night Skies, the terrifying alien

Reviews

Monster Cafe !!

"Love the show! You guys are fun to listen to and keep the show moving along at a great pace. If you’re looking for ideas, I would love to hear the complete history of monster Café that used to be at …"

Renfred | June 12, 2024

Fun and informative!

"Eric’s enthusiasm is infectious! This is a must listen for amusement park fans!"

The good sport | Nov. 14, 2024

Wow, that blow my socks off!!!

"This episode was truly a masterpiece built on perfection . Eric’s somewhat ideal voice and Jim’s mind blowing information really gave life to this podcast where so many other podcasts lacked. Please …"

SonOfMomWithIdealVoice | Nov. 20, 2024

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