The Inside Universal Podcast

The Diamond Anniversary is upon us as the Studio Tour turns 60! Jonathan Green and Chris Lord return to discuss what Universal Studios Hollywood is doing for the celebration and reflect on the iconic attraction's history.

We interview Shelby Honea, Show Producer at Universal Creative, who helped bring the Jurassic World VelociCoaster to life; asking about the creative process and design of Universal's new hit roller coaster and the challenges of creating an attraction during last year's shutdown.

With Universal Studios Hollywood finally announcing a reopening date, we discuss our thoughts and views on the past year of the park's closures and expected safety protocols going forward. We also discuss the Taste of Universal event that is currently being held at Universal Studios Hollywood.

We are joined by Seth Kubersky of the Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando to discuss the latest edition of his guide; how it deals with the ongoing pandemic, and his thoughts in general on the Universal Orlando Resort, as well as Mardi Gras 2021.

In this special episode, we discuss the past 10 years of Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando; counting down our Top 10 Haunted Houses & Scare Zones, as well as other memorable moments of the last decade.

We are joined by Joe from Touring Plans and Parkscope to discuss Universal Orlando officially announced the Jurassic World VelociCoaster; talking specifics and thoughts on the coaster specs and the concept art.

Drew & Brian review Universal Orlando's Halloween Special Event Testing weekend; including the 2 haunted houses - The Bride of Frankenstein Lives! and Revenge of the Tooth Fairy.

Drew & Brian return to discuss the announcement of "Halloween Seasonal Experience Testing" at Universal Orlando; which will feature 2 daytime haunted houses - Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives and Revenge of the Tooth Fairy. We also discuss the awesome HHN@Home event that took place on Saturday.

The Inside Universal team discusses the latest on Universal parks, including Universal Orlando's reopening after its closure due to the Coronavirus pandemic and what we can expect for Hollywood's eventual reopening plans.

The Inside Universal team discusses the latest on Universal parks, including Universal Orlando's reopening after its closure due to the Coronavirus pandemic and what we can expect for Hollywood's eventual reopening plans.

The Inside Universal team discusses the latest of Universal park closures due to the Coronavirus pandemic and our best guesses at the look ahead. We also discuss our favorite first memories of visiting the Universal parks.

We are joined by Joe from Parkscope and Touring Plans to discuss all the happenings at Universal Orlando from the past month - specifically Mardi Gras 2020, where we interview Blake Braswell, Creative Development Group – Show Director for Mardi Gras. We also discuss Running Universal's inaugural Epic Character Race, The Bourne Shoptacular (aka gift shop) opening, and more - including the recent announcement of Bob Chapek becoming Disney's new CEO as Robert Iger steps down.

The return of Hatetofly! Andy, Brian, and Drew discuss the recent Mardi Gras announcement, as well as the latest information that was released regarding Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan, including the interactive Power Up Bands.

Happy New Year's Eve! The Hollywood gang gets together for one last 2019 podcast to talk about the Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood, EVE, Running Universal's Trolls Run, Bravo’s Top Chef Food & Wine event in March, and Sydney talks about her Orlando trip.

In the last episode for 2019, Brian and Drew discuss the Holiday season at Universal Orlando as well as the reopening of the Green Eggs and Ham Cafe. We also interview Lora Sauls, Manager of Entertainment Creative Development and Show Direction for Universal Orlando, about this year's offerings.

In this episode, we are joined by Joe, from Parkscope & Touring Plans, to wrap up and give our final thoughts on Halloween Horror Nights 29 and offer some early predictions for Halloween Horror Nights 30; as well as answering fan questions related to the Horrah!

It's time for another podcast! We discuss the announcement of the Bourne Stuntacular Stunt show, our experience at Dark Horizons, and some middle impressions of Halloween Horror Nights 29.

It's time to talk Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood! Sydney Newman is joined by Chris Glass and Brian Glenn to talk first impressions and review the event, discussing all 10 houses, 5 scare zones, merchandise, and more!

Brian interviews Patrick Braillard, Creative Development Show Director at Universal Orlando, to discuss Halloween Horror Nights 29 at Universal Orlando, including the creative process of bringing this year's event to life.

Opening Weekend has come and gone! Brian and Drew talk everything about Halloween Horror Nights 29, giving our first impressions and review of the event, discussing all 10 houses, 5 scare zones, the shows, and more!