Can You Really Conquer Epic Universe Without an Express Pass? (Ep. 534)

The Disney Dish with Jim Hill

Jim Hill Media Podcast Network

Leisure, Society & Culture, Places & Travel

4.8 • 979 Ratings

🗓️ 2 June 2025

⏱️ 46 minutes

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Summary

This week, Len Testa reveals how to take on Universal’s Epic Universe without shelling out for an Express Pass—and still live to tell the tale. Meanwhile, Jim Hill looks back at how long Disney & Kodak worked together and how that relationship then led to EPCOT's "Journey into Imagination pavilion. Epic Universe Touring Plan – Why you definitely want to return Universal's newest theme park later in the day Film Fight -- How Disney worked out a truce between Kodak & Polaroid back in the 1970s, so that both brands of films could then be sold inside of their theme parks Parade Reservations – Why -- if you're an Annual Passholder -- you're going to need to plan ahead if you want to see "Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away" this Summer Rent-a-Park – Why the Magic Kingdom & Disney's Hollywood Studios aren't available for private parties during certain times of the year Someday My Prints Will Come -- Which Disney Park icon is one of the most photographed structures in the world Touring tips, stories about Walt as a grandfather, plus talk of garlic presses —it’s another packed episode of the Disney Dish. SHOW NOTES Support Our Sponsors DVC Resale Market Thinking about joining Disney Vacation Club or selling your contract? DVC Resale Market is the leader in the secondary market, with over 70,000 satisfied DVC members. Their expert team of 21 former DVC Cast Members brings unparalleled knowledge and experience to every transaction, making buying or selling DVC simple and stress-free. Learn More DVC Rental Store Dreaming of deluxe Disney accommodations at a fraction of the cost? The DVC Rental Store connects guests with incredible savings on Disney Vacation Club resorts. Whether you’re a DVC member looking to rent your points or a guest looking to stay in style, the DVC Rental Store offers a seamless process for both. Don’t forget—they also offer exciting point swaps for unforgettable experiences like cruises and adventures! Learn More Be Our Guest Vacations Planning your next Disney vacation? Be Our Guest Vacations is a Platinum-level Earmarked travel agency with concierge-level service to make every trip magical. Their team of expert agents plans vacations across the globe, from Disney and Universal to cruises and adventures, ensuring you have the best possible experience without the stress. Learn More Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Welcome back to another edition of the Disney Dish podcast with Jim Hill.
0:03.8	It's me, Lentesta, and this is our show for the week of Schmer's Day, June 2nd, 2025.
0:08.9	On the show today, news plus a touring plan for Epic Universe.
0:12.9	And I'm not going to tell you what's in listener questions other than to say, I had to ask it, so you're going to hear the answer.
0:18.5	Then in our main segment, it's the anniversary of Journey Into Imaginations reopening,
0:23.2	and Jim has all the details.
0:25.1	Let's get started by bringing in the man who says that when your hens smell like garlic after peeling it,
0:29.9	it's nature's way of reminding you that you're made of meat and can be seasoned.
0:34.1	It's Mr. Jim Hill.
0:35.0	Jim has it going.
0:36.4	There goes McCormick as a sponsor.
0:38.6	Oh, well.
0:39.7	You know, we had a shot.
0:41.1	Oh, wow.
0:42.6	But interesting thing, Nancy loves it when I put garlic in her food, but the garlic press that I used to have.
0:48.3	It was one of those handheld things where you clamp down and you put the garlic clove in that that weird cup thing.
0:54.6	So messy.
0:55.4	Just so hard to clean.
0:55.8	No, that's it exactly.
0:57.1	So one day, I'm on my phone and I see an ad for this kitchen aid where effectively
1:01.9	you just rolled it over the piece of garlic.
1:05.7	Seen this.
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