The Indiana Jones Ride at Animal Kingdom: What We Know So Far (Ep. 522)

The Disney Dish with Jim Hill

Jim Hill Media Podcast Network

Leisure, Society & Culture, Places & Travel

4.8 • 979 Ratings

🗓️ 10 March 2025

⏱️ 66 minutes

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This week, Len Testa and Jim Hill reveal new details about the Indiana Jones ride planned for Animal Kingdom’s Tropical Americas land, including early concept art, ride storylines, and how Imagineering is staying true to Maya culture. Plus, Len shares insights from an archaeology conference where Disney presented these plans to Maya experts. Indiana Jones Ride Concept Art – A closer look at the Maya-inspired temple, its intricate carvings, and the hints at the ride’s storyline. Mayan Gods and the Ride’s Story – How the rain god Chok and the feathered serpent Kukulkan might fit into the plot. Temple of the Forbidden Eye Connection – Why this ride could be the spiritual successor to the Indiana Jones Adventure at Disneyland. Dinoland’s New Direction – What the demolition of Cementosaurus and the overhaul of Dino-Rama mean for Animal Kingdom’s future. Universal’s Next Big Event – Early hints about a FanFest at Universal Orlando featuring sci-fi, fantasy, and anime franchises. Join Len and Jim as they explore the future of Animal Kingdom, Universal’s bold new plans, and what it all means for theme park fans. 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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0:34.6	Welcome back to another edition of the Disney Dish podcast with Jim Hill. It's me,
0:38.7	Lentesta, and this is our show for the week of Schmerzday, March 10th, 2025. On the show today,
0:44.2	in news, I go to an archaeology conference. In listener questions, what do you do when you
0:50.1	want to eat two or three candy bars in an afternoon without your coworkers getting all up in your business.
0:55.6	Plus new Disney surveys.
0:57.3	Then in our main segment, Jim gives us the early development of Animal Kingdom's Countdown to Extinction Ride.
1:03.2	Let's get started by bringing in the man who asks why airlines always act surprised when everyone brings luggage.
1:09.2	It's Mr. Jim Hill. Jim has it going.
1:10.5	Luggage land.
1:11.7	Very touchy subject here at the Stadler Hill home.
1:15.0	Is it really?
1:16.1	Well, me, Len, I'm a guy who packs a half hour before we leave for the airport.
1:20.5	If I'm going someplace.
1:21.5	Half an hour.
1:22.9	Half an hour.
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