506: Worth The Wait - Epic Universe Rides

Unlocking The Magic: Talking all things Disney Parks, Universal and Cruising

We’re back in the studio to break down our full experience at Universal’s Epic Universe! From mind-blowing theming to major ride letdowns, we’re ranking every major attraction by whether it’s actually worth the wait. We’re brutally honest about Mario Kart, in awe of the Ministry of Magic, and still laughing over Curse of the Werewolf. Plus, we reveal our must-have accessory to beat motion sickness on thrill rides.

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Chapters:

00:00 – Intro & What to Expect
01:00 – Comparing Epic Universe Pre-Opening vs Post
02:30 – Our Secret Weapon for Motion Sickness: Relief Band
05:00 – Stardust Racers: Worth the Wait at 60 Minutes?
08:12 – Why Mario Kart Ride Disappointed Us
11:13 – Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic – BEST Queue Ever?
15:20 – Donkey Kong Mine Cart Madness – Worth 90 Minutes?
18:00 – Monsters Unchained Review – Thrills & Nostalgia
21:40 – Curse of the Werewolf – Fun but Quick
24:10 – Why Yoshi's Adventure Feels Like a Prank
26:30 – Hiccup’s Wing Glider – A Surprising Favorite
30:10 – Fire Drill Water Ride – Best Interactive Surprise
32:10 – Dragon Racer Rally – Cute, But Worth It?
34:46 – Constellation Carousel – Not What We Expected
35:52 – Final Thoughts: Epic Universe Needs THIS
37:00 – What We’ll Cover in the Next Episode (FOOD!)
38:15 – Outro & Where to Follow Us