Wicked, Hitchcock, and Spielberg—Oh My! (Ep. 26)

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4.8 • 1.4K Ratings

🗓️ 22 November 2024

⏱️ 37 minutes

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Summary

In this episode of the Epic Universal Podcast, Jim Hill and Eric Hersey dive into the latest Universal news and fascinating behind-the-scenes stories. Episode Highlights: The Opening of Wicked in Theaters: Jim and Eric discuss the much-anticipated film release and its potential impact on Universal's brand and future strategies. Facial Recognition Technology at Universal Parks: Eric explores the rollout of this new tech in Express Pass lanes and its implications for guest experiences. Goodbye to Mannheim Steamroller: A look at Universal’s decision to forego this holiday tradition and what it means for future celebrations. Donkey Kong Arrives in Japan: Jim provides insights into the debut of Universal Studios Japan's new Donkey Kong-themed land and lessons for Epic Universe. Alfred Hitchcock’s Legacy at Universal: A nostalgic journey through the history of Hitchcock’s connection to Universal and how it shaped the studio’s identity. Whether you're a fan of theme park innovation or Universal's rich history, this episode is packed with insights, news, and a touch of nostalgia. Tune in for another exciting installment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Cross, the new series only on Prime Video.
0:20.0	You're going to be part of a masterpiece.
0:22.1	Evil knows his name.
0:24.4	Detective Alex Cross.
0:26.7	Where he lives.
0:28.6	It was in my house.
0:30.2	His darkest secret.
0:31.9	And when I'm done, the world will know the truth.
0:35.6	Based on characters created by James Patterson.
0:38.5	I'm not a monster. I don't kill for fun.
0:41.1	Cross. New series. Watch now only on Prime Video.
0:45.4	Welcome back to the Epic Universal podcast. I'm entertainment writer Jim Hill, and this is the podcast where we cover the latest universal news, rumors, and history.
0:56.3	And as always on the show, I'm joined by my able-bodied co-host, Eric Hersey.
1:03.0	And, okay, so this show is going to drop on the actual weekend that Wicked has finally opened in theaters, right?
1:12.4	Right, Jim.
1:12.9	What are we going to do?
1:13.8	What are we going to do?
1:14.6	We're going to have to fill like 45 minutes worth of content each week because we won't have Wicked news.
1:21.5	Well, no, no, no.
1:23.0	Again, you've forgotten.
1:24.7	Part 2 is coming out.
1:26.3	In fact, November 21st, 2025.
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