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The Universal Family Podcast
We are a family that loves all things Universal Orlando! We spend a lot of time together reminiscing about our favorite parts of Universal and debating what could make it better. From best bathroom to best ride queue, best team member uniform or best popcorn booth... we each have an opinion and hope you will enjoy listening to us debate, reminisce and ponder what makes Universal Orlando the REAL "Happiest Place On Earth."
Episodes
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UFP#52 - Universal. Family. Awards.
We celebrate our Paper Anniversary—1 year in the podcasting life—by presenting the first annual UFAs. Listen as we award our favorite moments of the year.
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UFP #51 - Top. 25. Rankings.
In episode 51 we continue our Top 50 countdown as we reveal our top 25 ranked attractions. What will come in at #1? What will be left out of the top 10? What…
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UFP#50 - Ranking. 50. Minions Land
We celebrate our 50th episode by ranking all* 50 Universal Orlando attractions. After the calculating, tallying, debating, screaming, and crying we have a…
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UFP #49 - Dudley. Participation. Script.
In episode #49 we take a cue from the Rocky Horror fan base and come up with a rider participation script for Dudley Do-right Ripsaw Falls. So, come up to the…
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UFP#48 - Poseidon's. Fury. Eulogy.
In this episode we are joined by fellow mourners to celebrate the life of Poseidon's Fury. Then the Universal Family Players give a proper send off to this…
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UFP #47 - Universal. Game. Coopennings.
We are joined by our friends the Hennings to play a Universal Orlando themed version of the game Just One. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or find us on…
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UFP #46 - Watch. Ride. Mummy.
In our second Watch and Ride episode we dig up the 1999 Brendon Frasier film The Mummy then explore the Universal Studios Orlando ride Revenge of the Mummy…
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UFP #45 - Diagon. Vs. Hogsmeade.
In this episode we finally dive into The Wizarding Worlds, Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley, to decide which one we love the most! Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us…
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UFP #44 - One. Day. Myth. (Poseidon Closing)
In this episode of the Universal Family we debunk the myth that Universal Orlando can be done in one day as we follow fictional parent Stacy on her family…
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UFP #43 - Listener. Park. Updates.
In this episode of the Universal Family we catch up on some listener feedback, check out some news-ish info in the parks, and catch up on Epic Universe…
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UFP #42 - Mardi Gras. Food. Parades.
In this episode we eat and march our way around Universal Studios as we sample Mardi Gras foods and our band marches in the morning Universal parade.
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UFP #41 - Trip. Recap. Logistics.
In this episode of the Universal Family we review our latest trip to Universal Orlando—a group trip with the marching band! We talk group planning logistics…
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UFP #40 - Food. Cookbook. Guest.
In this episode of the Universal Family we discuss Mardi Gras foods we’d like to try, create a contest opportunity for our listeners, and talk with Universal…
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UFP #39 - Missed. Opportunities. Logos?
In this episode, the Universal Family “dives into” Reddit and presents our own ideas of opportunities Universal Orlando missed. And don’t miss our super hot…
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UFP #38 - Universal. Outfit. Bracket.
In this episode of the Universal Family we create a March Bracket for team members’ ride uniform outfits. Listen to see which uniform grabs this year’s…
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UFP #37 - Great? Movie. Escape?
In this episode of the Universal Family we are joined by our friends Kevin and Madeline to discuss Universal's Great Movie "Escape". Listen to find out who…
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UFP #36 - Mallaby. Universal. Trivia.
In this episode we are joined by quiz master and UUOP's very own Lee Mallaby as he tests our wits with his Big Fat Universal Orlando Quiz (2022 edition). Who…
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UFP #35 - Part 2 - Trip. Recap. Guests.
Our recent trip recap continues as we welcome two of our new besties, Madeline and Kevin (the Kevmeister) to the Universal Family. Visit UFpodcast.com to…
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UFP #34 - Part 1 - Trip. Recap. Guests
We recently had an amazing trip to Universal in which were were joined by some amazing people. Luckily for you, they all agreed to join us to regale tales of…
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UFP #33 - Jaws. Watch. Ride.
This is The Universal Family’s first Watch and Ride episode in which we watch a movie represented by a ride at Universal Orlando then discuss both the movie…
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UFP #32 - Draft. Winner. News.
In this episode we announce the winner of the UFP 2023 Park Draft and discuss some Universal News. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The…
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UFP #31 - Coopenning. Outburst. Fun.
In this episode the Coopennings assemble for a game of Universal Outburst and a recent trip update. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The…
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UFP #30 - Draft. News. Resolutions.
Happy New Year! The Universal Family is back in 2023 with some news and our first annual Universal Family Park Draft. After listening don't forgot to vote for…
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UFP #29 - Weekender. Seekender. NewFriender
In this episode we make a bunch of new Universal friends, lose a few epic competitions, and the kids split up for an evening on their own. Visit UFpodcast.com…
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UFP #28 - Hagrid's. Holiday. Hoopla.
In this episode of The Universal Family we start to recap our recent trip to Universal Orlando Resort, including our stay at Cabana Bay, a review of Cowfish…
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UFP #27 - Road. Trip. Live.
Recorded live from our car. The Universal Family hits the road to Universal to see the parks for the Holidays and participate in the UUOP Weekender. You can…
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UFP #26 - Holiday. Weekender. Trip.
We're heading to our favorite place for some holiday fun, scavenger hunting, Nickelodeon bathrooms and to visit with some fellow UUOP fans. Visit UFpodcast.com…
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UFP #25 - Stunts. Songs. Shows.
In this episode we discuss some of our favorite live shows (past and present) from the parks. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal…
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UFP #24 - Feedback. News. Scuttlebutt.
In this episode we check in on some listener feedback, discuss some news/scuttlebutt and make up a game. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The…
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UFP #23 - Mallabys. Part. Two.
n this episode we continue our conversations with Lee and Tracey Mallaby from the Unofficial Universal Orlando Podcast as they try to convince us why we should…
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UFP #22 - Lord. Lady. Mallaby.
In this episode we are joined by Universal podcasting legends, and the inspiration for our own podcast, Lee and Tracey Mallaby from the Unofficial Universal…
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UFP #21 - Bars. Horror. Hitchcock.
In this episode our podcast turns 21 (weeks), so naturally we discuss bars and Universal horror. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The…
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UFP #20 - Seuss. Books. News.
In this episode we sit down with a pile of books and talk about all the hidden references in Seuss Landing—and news! Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to…
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UFP #19 - Feedback. Socials. Express.
In this Express Pass episode Bryan and Laura share and discuss listener feedback. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The Universal Family…
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UFP #18 - Kids. Parents. Fun?
In this episode of the Universal Family we reflect on taking little kids to Universal Orlando Resort, and our teenagers reflect on BEING little kids at…
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UFP #17 - Ride. Marry. Kill.
In this episode of The Universal Family we play a our own version of the classic middle school game. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The…
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UFP #16 - Budgeting. Planning. TikTokkers
In this episode of The Universal Family we discuss how to plan for a stress-free, totally budgeted Universal Orlando Resort vacation. And also we criticize…
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UFP #15 - News. Thriller. Password.
In this episode of The Universal Family we discuss some recent park news, remise about Thriller and play a game of Password. NOTE: No flies were harmed in the…
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UFP #14 - Jamie. Trips. Stories.
In this episode of The Universal Family we are joined my aunt/sister/sister-in-law Jamie to discuss Universal Orlando and Universal Proper. Visit UFpodcast.com…
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UFP #13 - Epic. Coasters. Odds.
In this episode of The Universal Family we speculate and discuss future coasters of Epic Universe and try to figure out the "rules" to our kids’ "what are the…
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UFP #12 - Rides. Stay? Go?
In this episode we consider our least favorite rides at Universal Orlando Resort, and we decide: Should they stay or should they go?
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UFP #11 - Milestone. Rides. Rankings.
In this episode of The Universal Family we celebrate our 11th episode by rating our top 11 attractions and talk about what makes a ride “scary.”
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UFP #10 - Hard. Rock. Hotel.
In this episode of The Universal Family we discuss the look, smell and vibe of our favorite onsite hotel. Visit UFpodcast.com to contact us or to listen to The…
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UFP #09 - IOA. Soft. Opening. March 29, 1999
In this episode of The Universal Family we tell of our unique first visit to Islands of Adventure in April 1999–before it opened—while the kids look on in awe…
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UFP #08 - Bathrooms. Hot Takes.
In this episode of The Universal Family we celebrate the best bathrooms at Universal, remind you to thank your bathroom attendants, and divulge some Universal…
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UFP #07 - Guests. MIB. Shirts.
In this special Coopenning episode of The Universal Family we host our first guests to discuss our collective favorite things about our trips to Universal…
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UFP #06 - Rivers. Slides. Shade.
In this episode of The Universal Family we are astounded by the convenience of Volcano Bay to Cabana Bay, have fun with Tapu Tapu, and are amazed by Krakatau…
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UFP #05 - Driving. Bathroom Scent. Tribute Store.
In this episode of The Universal Family we have a fun drive down to Universal, get emotional over the Universal bathroom scent, and geek out over the Tribute…
The Universal Family PodcastUFP #04 - Upcoming Trip. Must Dos. FL Heat.
In this episode of The Universal Family we get really excited about our upcoming trip, wax nostalgic about taking the long drive to Universal, and fear the…
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UFP #03 - City Walk Faves. Escape Rooms. Depositions.
In this episode of The Universal Family, we discover what we like most about CityWalk restaurants, chew on a juicy Universal court deposition, and pontificate…
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UFP #02 - Trip Recap. Lost iPhone. The Tracker.
In this episode of The Universal Family, we recap our recent trip to Universal Studios Orlando. We report on our favorite eats from that trip, get a little…
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UFP #01 - Hello. Monsters Cafe. Confisco.
In our first episode The Universal Family says hello to the world of podcasting and discusses Monsters Cafe closing, Confisco taking down Mythos and other…
The Universal Family PodcastIntroducing: The Universal Family
The Universal Family is a NEW podcast about our family's love for all things Universal Orlando. We spend a lot of time together reminiscing about our favorite…