This week on **Remy’s Roundtable: The Florida Theme Park Podcast**, we’re diving into the biggest announcements and reveals from **D23**, with a special focus on everything coming to Florida’s theme parks.We break down the future of **Magic Kingdom**, including the official confirmation of **Villains Land**, featuring a Maleficent-themed coaster and a dark ride centered around the Evil Queen and Disney’s most infamous villains. We also explore **Piston Peak National Park**, the new Cars-themed land coming to Frontierland, including its two attractions and the introduction of Ranger J. Audubon Woodlore.Over at **EPCOT**, we discuss the upcoming changes to **Spaceship Earth** and the return of **Dream Finder and Figment** in the refreshed Journey Into Imagination. At **Hollywood Studios**, we take a look at the upcoming **Monstropolis** land, while **Animal Kingdom** gets a major expansion with the new **Tropical Americas** land, featuring Indiana Jones and an Encanto attraction. We also talk about the long-awaited confirmation that the legendary **Expedition Everest Yeti** is finally being repaired.D23 wasn’t just about the parks. We also cover the latest announcements from **Pixar, Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Disney+, and Disney Channel**, including *Incredibles 3*, *Coco 2*, *Lilo & Stitch 2*, *Tangled*, *Ice Age: Boiling Point*, *The Simpsons Movie 2*, *Avengers: Doomsday*, *Star Wars: Starfighter*, *Percy Jackson* Season 3, *Vision Quest*, *Ahsoka* Season 2, and the upcoming **Oswald the Lucky Rabbit** series.Then we go deep into **Kingdom Hearts 4**, including its late-2027 release window, the confirmation of a **Coco** world, new playable characters, returning locations, and what the upcoming Kingdom Hearts anime could mean for the franchise.For **Ride of the Week**, we travel back in time to **Magic Kingdom’s Skyway**, exploring the history, technology, capacity, ride experience, cost, and the reason both hosts gave this classic attraction a **4 out of 5**.Finally, it’s time for **Mike’s Munchies**, as we visit **The Kitchen at Hard Rock Hotel**. We review several menu items, including the Smokin’ Mamacita, flatbread piccata, seared scallops, short rib pasta, and the massive Kitchen Sink dessert. With an overall rating of **4.65 out of 5**, we discuss whether the experience is worth the price—and how much a Universal employee discount can change the final bill.**Plus:** SeaWorld seasonal event updates, theme park discussion, opinions, and plenty of conversation about what these announcements mean for the future of Florida’s theme park industry.**Next week on Mike’s Munchies: Captain Cook’s!**

This week on **Remy’s Roundtable: The Florida Theme Park Podcast**, we take a trip to the Magic Kingdom for a detailed look at one of the park’s most nostalgic attractions: **Tomorrowland Speedway**. We break down the ride experience, its history, and what continues to make this classic Tomorrowland attraction special for generations of Disney guests. After taking everything into consideration, the Speedway earns an impressive **4.5 out of 5 rating**, with the hosts highlighting its nostalgic appeal and the memories that come with getting behind the wheel.Then, we head over to **Disney Springs** for a preview of the newly opened **Six Ravens** restaurant. The hosts discuss what is currently known about the restaurant, its concept, and what they expect from this new dining location. Six Ravens receives a **4.4 out of 5 rating**, although the hosts make it clear that they are remaining cautiously optimistic until they can personally visit, try the food, and experience the restaurant for themselves. One thing is already certain: Mike's grand total at Six Ravens came to $37.And of course, no episode would be complete without one of our games! Mike takes on **Theme Park Showdown: SNACK WARS**, where the ultimate goal is to determine the **final snack to rule them all**. After going head-to-head with some of the biggest and most iconic theme park treats, the showdown comes down to the winner: **Frozen Butterbeer from Universal Studios**! Find out how Mike handled the competition, which snacks battled it out, and whether Frozen Butterbeer truly deserves the crown.From classic Disney nostalgia and new dining experiences to delicious theme park snacks, this episode has a little bit of everything. **Tune in to Remy’s Roundtable** for another fun-filled trip through Florida’s theme parks!

On this exciting episode of **Remy’s Roundtable: The Florida Theme Park Podcast**, Remy and Mike bring listeners another action-packed show filled with theme park trivia, breaking news, attraction history, and dining reviews.The episode kicks off with **Theme Park Trivia**, challenging Mike with difficult questions about Disney, Universal, SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, and attractions around the world. After a competitive game, Mike finishes with a **C**.Next, the hosts cover **The Latest Theme Park Updates**, including Disney's BoardWalk refurbishment, United Parks & Resorts' attendance and financial results, the closure of **Kumba** at Busch Gardens Tampa, the return of **Howl-O-Scream**, Universal's upcoming **Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey** refurbishment, new merchandise, LEGOLAND Florida's **CoasterSaurus**, Disney's Halloween collectibles, and construction progress on **Tropical Americas** at Disney's Animal Kingdom.They also discuss Dollywood's upcoming **Night Flight Expedition**, EPCOT's new fireworks dining package, the opening of **Six Ravens** at Disney Springs, the success of *Spider-Man: Brand New Day*, and the permanent closure of **Gringo's Locos** in Orlando.This week's **Ride of the Week** takes a nostalgic look at Disney's legendary **ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter**. Remy and Mike explore its history, technology, guest reactions, cult following, and why the attraction remains one of Disney's most memorable experiences. They give it an impressive **4.7 out of 5**.To close out the episode, the hosts visit **Ale & Compass Restaurant** at Disney's Yacht Club Resort for a full restaurant review. After discussing the food, service, atmosphere, and value, they give the restaurant an overall score of **4.6 out of 5**.It's another packed episode of **Remy's Roundtable**, featuring trivia, theme park news, Disney history, attraction reviews, and great food!

On this episode of Remy's Roundtable: The Florida Theme Park Podcast, Remy kicks things off by sharing some exciting personal news with Mike—Jen is officially driving a brand-new **Volkswagen Taos**! After celebrating the new ride, Remy brings back one of the show's favorite segments, **Theme Park Debate**, where the guys dive into another fun discussion about the parks we all love.Next, it's time for **The Latest Theme Park Updates**, where Universal Orlando continues to build the hype for **Halloween Horror Nights**. The terrifying **Killer Klowns from Outer Space** return as part of the all-new **Downtown Clown Town** scare zone, where Art the Clown joins the chaos for what promises to be one of the event's most unforgettable experiences.Then, during **Ride of the Week**, Remy takes Mike on a nostalgic journey back to Tomorrowland at the Magic Kingdom to revisit the beloved, long-lost attraction **If You Had Wings**. Sponsored by Eastern Air Lines, this classic Disney attraction transported guests around the world with catchy music, imaginative scenes, and plenty of Disney magic. It's a trip back to a fan-favorite attraction that many longtime Disney fans still remember fondly.To wrap up the episode, it's time for **Mike's Munchies** as Mike heads over to **Das Stakehaus** at Universal's Epic Universe to sink his teeth into one of the park's most unique dining experiences. Luckily for Mike, Remy's employee discount came to the rescue, making the bill much cheaper than expected—and proving that good food tastes even better when you're saving money!So whether you're here for nostalgic Disney attractions, terrifying vampires and Killer Klowns, delicious food, or a little aviation history, this episode has something for every theme park fan.**Sit back, relax, and enjoy some throwbacks, some vampires, and of course... some airplanes. Enjoy the show!**

On this episode of **Remy's Roundtable: The Florida Theme Park Podcast**, Remy is joined by Mike for another fun-filled adventure! Remy shares the story behind his **brand-new car** and recaps his **anniversary trip to Epic Universe**—a trip that unfortunately didn't include Jen after she became sick.The guys also introduce a brand-new segment, **Disney Debates**, where they tackle fun and thought-provoking Disney topics that are sure to spark conversation.In **The Latest Theme Park Updates**, they say a heartfelt goodbye to **Kumba** at Busch Gardens as the legendary roller coaster prepares to close, reflecting on its impact and legacy.Then, it's time for **Ride of the Week**, as Remy takes Mike on a nostalgic journey back to Magic Kingdom to experience the classic **20,000 Leagues Under the Sea** attraction. They dive into the ride's fascinating history, including its original construction cost of **$10 million** and how that investment would be worth roughly **$80 million** in today's dollars.To wrap up the show, **Mike's Munchies** heads to Disney's **Vero Beach Resort**, where the duo enjoys dinner at the resort's restaurant. The big question: **How much was Mike's bill?** The answer—about **$95!**From new cars and nostalgic attractions to theme park news, Disney history, and delicious food, this episode has something for every theme park fan.**Sit back, relax, and enjoy the episode!**

On this episode of **Remy's Roundtable: The Florida Theme Park Podcast**, Remy and Mike kick things off by talking about investments—but not the kind you might expect. Remy asks Mike what he's currently investing in before revealing that his biggest investment right now is finding a new car. Will Remy finally be driving home in a new ride? He promises to keep everyone updated and reveal the answer on next week's episode.The fun continues with another round of **Guess This Disney Character**. This time, Remy made the game even easier for Mike, hoping for a perfect score. Despite the simpler clues, Mike still managed to finish with a **B grade**, leading to plenty of laughs and friendly competition between the two hosts.During the **Latest Theme Park Updates**, the hosts discuss Universal Orlando Resort's announcement of **Universal Nights**, an all-new, limited-capacity after-hours event coming to **Epic Universe** this October. The special event will take place on **October 3 and October 17, 2026**, from **9:00 p.m. to midnight**, with early event admission beginning at **7:00 p.m.** Tickets start at **$180**, and Remy and Mike share their thoughts on what guests can expect and whether the event is worth the price.For this week's **Ride of the Week**, Remy takes Mike on a nostalgic trip back to the Magic Kingdom of the 1970s to revisit the beloved **Mickey Mouse Revue**. The hosts explore the attraction's history, why it became a fan favorite, and how its former theater is now home to the popular **Mickey's PhilharMagic**, giving listeners a glimpse into a forgotten chapter of Disney history.To wrap up the episode, it's time for **Mike's Munchies**, where Mike heads over to **Kona Café** at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort for a delicious island-inspired meal. His total comes to **$90**, but thanks to Remy's Annual Pass discount, the bill drops to just **$80**—making the meal even sweeter.Whether you enjoy Disney history, the latest theme park news, great food, or plenty of laughs between friends, this episode has something for everyone. Sit back, relax, and enjoy another fun-filled adventure with Remy and Mike on **Remy's Roundtable: The Florida Theme Park Podcast**!

On this week's episode of **Remy's Roundtable: The Florida Theme Park Podcast**, Remy and Mike kick things off with a personal update as Remy shares the story of his recent car accident. Thankfully, Remy walked away without injuries, but his car wasn't as fortunate. The good news? If everything goes according to plan, Remy expects to be driving a brand-new car by next week's episode!The fun continues as Remy challenges Mike to another round of **Guess This Disney Character**. Despite getting some of the easiest clues imaginable, Mike somehow manages to miss several iconic Disney characters, leading to plenty of laughs and friendly trash talk.During **The Latest Theme Park Updates**, the duo covers ongoing construction projects around Disney parks, exciting developments at Universal's Epic Universe, and a brand-new ice cream flavor inspired by **The Oak & Star Tavern**, where Remy works. They also discuss the exciting news that the **Orlando Magic** have welcomed back fan favorite Nikola "Vooch" Vucevic.For **Ride of the Week**, Remy takes listeners on a nostalgic journey back to one of Disney's classic attractions, **Delta Dreamflight**, exploring its history, fun facts, and why it remains a beloved piece of Disney nostalgia.To wrap up the show, it's time for **Mike's Munchies** as Mike brings Remy to **Chef Mickey's** at Disney's Contemporary Resort. The two discuss the family-style dining experience, favorite menu items, character interactions, and whether this iconic Disney restaurant is still worth visiting.It's another episode packed with personal stories, Disney nostalgia, theme park news, food reviews, and plenty of laughs you won't want to miss!

On this week's episode of **Remy's Roundtable: The Florida Theme Park Podcast**, we're celebrating the **Foodie King himself—Mike's Birthday!** 🎉 Before the fun begins, Remy asks Mike about his birthday plans and how he'll be celebrating his special day.Then, Remy puts Mike's Disney knowledge to the test with another challenging round of **Guess This Disney Character**, where only true Disney fans will know the answers.Next, it's time for **The Latest Theme Park Updates**, featuring exciting news from **Universal Orlando** as **Pinhead** from **Hellraiser** has officially been announced for this year's **Halloween Horror Nights**. We break down what fans can expect from one of horror's most iconic villains joining the event.For this week's **Ride of the Week**, Remy takes Mike on a trip back to **Tomorrowland** at the Magic Kingdom to revisit the beloved, defunct attraction **The Timekeeper**, starring the legendary Robin Williams. We'll explore the attraction's history, fun facts, and why Disney fans still remember it today.Finally, we wrap up the show with **Mike's Munchies**, where Mike takes Remy to **Sanaa** at **Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge** for a delicious dining experience. Was the **$120** meal worth the price? Tune in to hear their full review of one of Walt Disney World's most unique restaurants.It's a birthday celebration filled with Disney trivia, theme park news, nostalgic attractions, and incredible food.**Happy Birthday, Mike, and thanks for listening!**

On this week's episode of **Remy's Roundtable: The Florida Theme Park Podcast with Remy & Mike**, Mike is getting ready to celebrate his birthday! He talks about his upcoming birthday, and we announce that next week's episode will be a special birthday celebration recorded on Tuesday.Then, Remy puts Mike's Disney knowledge to the test with another round of **Guess This Disney Character**, featuring clues that will challenge even the biggest Disney fans.During **The Latest Theme Park Updates**, we say goodbye to Disney's iconic **Red Card**—the tool Cast Members have used for years to accurately measure attraction wait times throughout the parks.For this week's **Ride of the Week**, we head to Disney's Animal Kingdom to take an in-depth look at **Avatar Flight of Passage**. We'll discuss the groundbreaking attraction, its incredible ride system, fascinating behind-the-scenes facts, and the massive **$500 million** investment that brought Pandora – The World of Avatar to life.Finally, it's time for **Mike's Munchies!** Mike takes Remy to **The Polite Pig** at Disney Springs to enjoy some delicious barbecue. Was the meal worth the **$61 bill**? Tune in to hear their full review, favorite menu items, and whether this Disney Springs restaurant deserves a spot on your must-visit list.Grab your headphones, sit back, and join Remy & Mike for another episode packed with Disney trivia, theme park news, attraction deep dives, great food, and plenty of laughs!

## Remy's Roundtable: Epic's New Fireworks Show, Grand Fiesta Tour & Mama Della RistoranteOn this exciting episode of **Remy's Roundtable: The Florida Theme Park Podcast**, Remy is joined by Mike and Nicole for another fun-filled discussion covering the latest happenings from the world of Florida theme parks. The trio kicks things off with a brand-new round of **Would You Rather**, this time focusing on some of the most beloved dark ride attractions from Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld. From classic family adventures to immersive storytelling experiences, the crew debates which attractions they would choose and which ones they would leave behind. Expect plenty of laughs, surprising answers, and a few controversial picks along the way.During **The Latest Theme Park Updates**, the Roundtable dives into the exciting news coming out of **Epic Universe**. Universal's newest theme park is preparing to debut its very first nighttime fireworks spectacular, **Universal Celestial Goodnight**, beginning July 7th. The crew discusses what this new entertainment offering could mean for guests visiting the park, how it may enhance the nighttime atmosphere, and why this marks another major milestone for Universal Orlando's newest destination. Could this become a must-see nighttime experience for theme park fans? Remy, Mike, and Nicole share their thoughts.Next up is this week's **Ride of the Week**, where the spotlight shines on one of EPCOT's hidden gems, **Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros**. Join the crew as they take a closer look at Donald Duck's musical journey through Mexico alongside José Carioca and Panchito Pistoles. They discuss the attraction's history, favorite scenes, memorable moments, and why this classic dark ride continues to be a fan favorite inside the Mexico Pavilion. Whether you're a longtime fan of The Three Caballeros or someone who simply enjoys a relaxing boat ride through EPCOT, this segment is sure to bring back some magical memories.To wrap up the episode, Mike takes the Roundtable crew on a culinary adventure to **Mama Della's Ristorante** at Universal Orlando Resort. The team discusses their dining experience, the restaurant's authentic Italian atmosphere, delicious menu offerings, and the unique entertainment that makes Mama Della's a favorite among Universal guests. From hearty pasta dishes to classic Italian desserts, the crew shares what stood out during their visit and whether this dining location deserves a spot on your next Universal vacation itinerary.So grab your favorite snack, sit back, and join Remy, Mike, and Nicole for an episode packed with theme park debates, exciting news, a ride-through of a Disney classic, and a delicious stop for some Italian cuisine. Who's hungry and ready for another fun adventure around the Roundtable? Tune in and find out!