Epic Universal with Eric Hersey Ep 16:Discovering Diagon Alley: A Complete First-Timer's Experience

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🗓️ 13 September 2024

⏱️ 41 minutes

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Summary

n this episode of the Epic Universal Podcast, Jim Hill and Eric Hersey take listeners on a magical journey through Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida. As Eric recounts his family's first experience, Jim provides insights into the park's history. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect: The Magic of Diagon Alley: Hear about the awe-inspiring entrance through the famous brick wall, along with the unique sound effects that bring this experience to life, Dragon Tales: Discover the story behind the fire-breathing Ukrainian Ironbelly dragon perched on Gringotts, and how it adds to the immersive world of Harry Potter. Escape from Gringotts: Eric shares his family’s reactions to this thrilling ride, while Jim provides insider info about the ride's unique storytelling elements and how it ties into Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Interactive Wands: Learn about the wand-purchasing experience at Ollivanders and the magic of spell-casting throughout Diagon Alley, including Jim's insights into how this feature evolved since opening. Dining and Shopping: From butterbeer obsession to British fare at the Leaky Cauldron, Eric recounts the best eats and shops in Diagon Alley. Bonus News: Tune in for a brief news update about the opening of a Hello Kitty Cafe at Universal CityWalk, plus a listener's message about their personal experience with the Star Trek Adventure at Universal Studios Hollywood. Join us for a first-timer's take on Diagon Alley, enhanced by Jim’s expert commentary on the history and creation of this immersive theme park land. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	And the Welcome back to the Epic Universal Podcast with Eric Hersey.
0:19.3	I'm Entertainment Writer Jim Hill and this is the podcast where we cover the latest
0:25.0	universal related news, rumors, and history. And as always, I'm joined by my
0:30.5	able-bodied co-host Eric Hersey who right now you're you're recovering from
0:36.6	football practice right? Right Jim we just were like I was telling you that we were
0:40.3	battling the sun it was just enough that the sun was setting and we would get behind a tree and there was just enough limbs.
0:46.7	We were like, okay, we're good to sit here and then a couple moments later, the sun would peak out.
0:51.4	Then we would have to move our chair and that happened for a solid hour it seemed like and finally
0:55.3	practice was over in the whistle blue and the sun was completely set and it was time for us to leave
1:02.0	Again I I give you and Lauren points his parents that you did that and I'm sure your vision
1:08.1	will recover at some point.
1:10.1	So, all right, anyway, back to the show now just to remind you folks, this is the episode where
1:16.2	Epic Universal Podcast goes from being a twice a month show to a once a week release.
1:23.2	And more to the point, this is the very first episode
1:26.8	where Eric will be looking back at the Hershey family
1:30.4	first ever vacation to the Universal Orlando Resort and I want to repeat
1:34.7	this is not a trip report right right Jim let's no shame on all those shows out
1:40.0	there that love a trip report but not let's be real I think most of us come to the
1:44.7	Jim Hill Media Podcast network for stories so I think I will give some opinions
1:49.8	I'll tell you what a Universal Curious, a Disney convert is thinking, but more importantly,
1:55.1	I think you'll, as often we do, we'll talk and I think you'll probably have some fun stories
1:59.5	and tidbits along the way.
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