Jessica & Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) discuss Ashleigh’s first trip to “The Carolinas’ Premier Entertainment Destination,” aka Carowinds. If you’ve ever considered a trip to this park - even if only to ride Fury 325, the World's Tallest and Fastest Giga Roller Coaster - this episode is for you.

Season 2, Episode 6 - Carowinds 101

Jessica & Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) are back with part two of a two-parter all about Theme Park Shopping Districts. Acres of shopping, dining, snacking, drinking, live entertainment, movie theatres, play zones, photo opps, and free fun - they break down why these destinations are worth your vacation time no matter what kind of vacation you’re planning, how to fit them into your trip, their top recommendations at each location, and, of course, some fun facts, laughs, and park history. 
Part 1 Southern California

1:57 - Downtown Disney, Disneyland Resort
43:14 - Universal CityWalk, Universal Studios Hollywood
58:19 - California Marketplace, Knott’s Berry Farm

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Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

Season 2, Episode 5 - Shop, Dine, and Play at Theme Park Shopping Districts - Part 2, Southern California

Jessica & Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) are back with a two-parter all about Theme Park Shopping Districts. Acres of shopping, dining, snacking, drinking, live entertainment, movie theatres, play zones, photo opps, and free fun - they break down why these destinations are worth your vacation time no matter what kind of vacation you’re planning, how to fit them into your trip, their top recommendations at each location, and, of course, some fun facts, laughs, and park history. 
Part 1 Orlando 

4:05 - Disney Springs, Walt Disney World Resort
44:33 - Universal CityWalk, Universal Orlando Resort

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Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

Season 2, Episode 4 - Shop, Dine, and Play at Theme Park Shopping Districts - Part 1, Orlando

Season 2, Episode 3 - Crushing on America’s First Theme Park, Knott’s Berry Farm, with special guest Brian Cavallaro

Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) and returning special guest, writer/director/producer Brian Cavallaro, discuss how Jessica has recently rediscovered America’s first theme park, Knott’s Berry Farm. And by “rediscovered,” we mean she has completely fallen head over heels for this park. Jessica and Brian tell Ashleigh and all the listeners why they should give Knott’s Berry Farm a chance (especially if a certain other Southern California park is stressing them out.) After hearing about its fascinating history, great coasters, saloon, and affordable ticket prices, you may just be planning a trip to Knott’s before the episode is over. Count how many times we say the word “cute” as an extra bonus. 

0:57 - Welcome back Brian Cavallaro!
3:00 - Why haven’t we talked about Knott’s before? 
13:01 - Pricing, passes, and add-ons 
18:30 - Discovering the history of the park and its connections to Disney
33:00 - Why some people are suddenly discovering this park 
39:00 - Does Knott’s have a branding/theming problem?
48:00 - The Ghost Town actors
50:44 - Camp Snoopy and Merry Christmas Snoopy
54:47 - How the park has something for everyone
57:00 - The rollercoasters!
59:44 - Why we think Knott’s might need some branding help
60:09 - Should you have a touring plan for this park?
60:12 - Jessica’s top tip for visiting Knott’s Berry Farm
60:16 - Special Knott’s Edition of The Theme Parkettes 5 Questions
60:23 - What Brian is working on and where to find him online @briancavallaro

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Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

Season 2, Episode 3 - Crushing on America's First Theme Park, Knott's Berry Farm with special guest Brian Cavallaro

Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) along with special guest Luke Adams, a Studio Tour Guide at Universal’s World-Famous Studio Tour, go “behind the behind the scenes” of Universal Studios Hollywood. If you love movies, television, filmmaking, and theme park history, you’ll love this episode. 

0:18 - Meet Luke Adams! 
5:46 - Becoming a Studio Tour Guide 
8:40 - Some history of the Studio Tour
10:29 - Why you should take the Tour more than once
11:45 - Luke’s HOT TIPS for having the best Tour experience
18:32 - Advice for those interested in being a Studio Tour Guide 
20:32 - Ashleigh and Jessica’s favorite parts of the Studio Tour 
24:25 - Why you should ALWAYS have your cameras ready
26:33 - Luke’s favorite Tour fact
29:21 - Are any of the soundstage HAUNTED?! 
30:20 - The not-so-secret residents of the Universal Backlot 
33:08 - The person connected to EVERY part of the park 
39:58 - Luke’s Dick Van Dyke story!
42:32 - A little about the VIP Tour Experience 
44:58 - Why the Studio Tour is so historic
47:39 - The Theme Parkettes 5 Questions for Luke Adams! 
1:01:49 - Where to find Luke Adams online http://www.lukeadams.com/

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Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

Season 2, Episode 2 - Universal Studios Tour with special guest Luke Adams

Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) are back for Season 2! After being vaccinated, they decided to take a weekend trip to Walt Disney World and hit all four major parks in two days. They break down how they planned it, if it was worth it, and help you decide if a weekend WDW trip is right for you. They, of course, also sprinkle in their HOT TIPS as well as reviews of the restaurants they went to, drinks and snacks they had, and Disney resort they stayed at. 

0:21 - Welcome back!
1:49 - Catch up with Ashleigh 
3:46 - Catch up with Jessica
6:10 - The Theme Parkettes started a TikTok! @themeparkettes
7:01 - Clearing the air about some Disneyland Kennel Club online negativity . The Yahoo article: https://www.intheknow.com/post/disneyland-fans-are-just-finding-out-the-park-has-a-secret-spot-for-dogs/ 
11:00 - Quickly planning a long weekend trip to WDW
12:28 - All about Disney’s Pop Century Resort 
22:31 - Choosing how to visit 4 parks in 2 days 
27:00 - Ashleigh’s tips for driving to Orlando instead of flying
31:32 - Erin McKenna’s Bakery, Jessica’s Skyliner fail
33:19 - Coffee at the Boardwalk, Beaches and Cream, Disney Springs, review of Art Smith’s Homecomin’, having a bakery delivery 
38:40 - Magic Band vs Apple Watch App
39:53 - Hollywood Studios
42:02 - Memory Maker
44:02 - Oga’s Cantina 
47:21 - Woody’s Lunchbox 
49:38 - Magic Kingdom
50:55 - Crystal Palace
54:50 - Electric Water Pageant 
56:18 - Animal Kingdom
59:30 - Nomad Lounge
1:03:46 - EPCOT, The Rose and Crown
1:05:58 - Drinking Around the World HOT TIPS
1:12:40 - Final thoughts on doing 4 parks in 2 days

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Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com 
Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

Season 2, Episode 1 - Four Disney Parks in Two Days

Have you ever wondered how some of your favorite theme park attractions were designed and created? Jessica & Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) are joined by special guest, award winning attraction designer/creative executive/producer/filmmaker/inventor Eddie Newquist to discuss what really goes into the making of a successful attraction. As someone who worked on some of the world’s most success attractions like Jurassic Park, Waterworld, Kongfrontation, Twister, Jaws, and Terminator 2: 3D, Eddie has fantastic stories to share! 

2:05 - Meet Eddie Newquist! 
6:05 - How Eddie started working in theme parks and helped build Universal Orlando
10:24 - The Horror Make-Up Show, Steven Spielberg, and unearthing legendary props on the Universal Hollywood backlot
16:30 - Eddie = King Kong?!
19:13 - A Monster of a Soundbite!
20:57 - Jurassic Park: The Ride, Iwerks Entertainment, and going back to Universal
25:00 - The process of creating an attraction from a brand
28:18 - Waterworld - Universal Studios Hollywood’s #1 show 25 years running
32:33 - Why dreaming big during brainstorming or “sparks” sessions are so important when creating attractions like Twister…Ride It Out
37:40 - Working with film directors and producers on attractions like Terminator 2: 3-D
43:40 - What makes a “successful” theme park attraction 
47:18 - Why Eddie doesn’t feel sad when attractions he’s worked on are replaced or changed
51:00 - Looking back at some of his favorite professional memories and forward at some exciting upcoming exhibitions he’s working on with MinaLima LA 
54:12 - Eddie’s advice to anyone who wants a career like his
58:15 - The Theme Parkettes 5 Questions for Eddie Newquist! 
64:09 - What Eddie’s working on right now and how to follow his work 
Twitter: @enewquist 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/enewquist
www.minalima.com 

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Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

Episode 26 - SEASON 1 FINALE - Behind the Scenes of Your Favorite Theme Park Attractions with Special Guest Eddie Newquist

With the pandemic still in full swing, many theme parks are testing out different ways to open their gates this holiday season. Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) attend two types of these holiday events - a completely contactless drive-thru park experience at Six Flags Magic Mountain and a mostly contact-free outdoor food festival at Knott's Berry Farm - and report their findings. Is it worth it for theme parks to pivot to these type of events and are they worth your $$$? By the end of this episode, hopefully The Theme Parkettes help you decide. 

1:30 - A little disclaimer…
2:40 - The parks that are currently “open” and why they may feel busy even though capacity is limited
7:17 - The brand new “drive-thru” experience a few parks are experimenting with this holiday
7:52 - Jessica’s evening at Six Flags Magic Mountain Holiday in the Park 2020
16:13 - The third way some parks are pivoting to partially open their gates 
19:24 - Jessica’s day at Knott’s Berry Farm Taste of Merry Farm 2020
26:10 - Why the Knott’s app might be the best of all theme park apps we’ve used and why it was great for Taste of Merry Farm
35:02 - Some other ways a theme park fan could celebrate the holidays without going to a park right now

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Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com 
Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

Episode 25 - SPECIAL EDITION - Theme Park Holiday Events 2020 - Should You Go?

Jessica & Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) are joined by special guest, theme park journalist Arthur Levine from AboutThemeParks.com. They discuss their favorite rides, parks, and themed lands from around the world—any one of them worth planning a trip for! If you love roller coasters, Arthur's recommendations will have you dreaming about your next vacation. Plus, find out what they still have yet to experience on their "theme park bucket lists."

0:57 - Meet Arthur Levine!
8:23 - An Ohio rollercoaster you must ride.
13:23- Arthur (and Jessica's) overall favorite coaster!
18:36 - The most thrilling, freakiest coaster.
21:13 - The Best Roller Coaster Park in the USA?
21:50 - Arthur's criteria for evaluating and reviewing coasters.
22:52 - The wooden coaster and park Arthur likes to recommend.
28:00 - Historic coasters and parks that are living pieces of history. 
30:15 - A spinning coaster you'll flip for.
31:50 - Arthur's favorite steel coaster and wooden coaster
34:40 - Ashleigh and Jessica's favorite coasters. 
38:39 - Bucket List Coasters yet to try
40:10 - Bucket List Parks yet to see
44:56 - Dark Rides - the favorites and the bucket lists.
53:01 - What many of the best dark rides have in common (hint: Imagineers!) 
57:41 - Themed Lands 
1:05:20 - The Theme Parkettes Five Questions for Arthur Levine!
 
Read Arthur's work: AboutThemeParks.com
Connect: twitter.com/aboutthemeparks

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Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com 
Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

Episode 24 - Building Your Theme Park Bucket List with Special Guest Arthur Levine

In their first bonus episode, Jessica & Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) discuss Ashleigh's big contest win and her Zoom meet and greet with Mark Ruffalo, Paul Rudd, Scarlett Johannson, Don Cheadle, Robert Downey, Jr., The Russo Brothers, and...Senator Kamala Harris. 

Hear them break down the audio from the zoom, find out what Ashleigh spoke to everyone about, and why Cedar Point and Don Cheadle tweeted The Theme Parkettes after the event.  

#votersassemble 
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Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

BONUS EPISODE 1 - Ashleigh Meets The Avengers and Kamala Harris!

If you’ve never been to Universal Orlando or haven’t been in many years, this is the episode you need to hear! Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) with special guest Yuri Rodriguez chat about Universal Studios Orlando, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Volcano Bay, Universal CityWalk Orlando, and more. 

1:10 - Meet Yuri Rodriguez! 
4:38 - What IS Universal Orlando? 
6:00 - Transportation to the parks
7:10 - Resorts!
8:34 - Yuri’s resort Hot Tip for those traveling with pets
12:09 - Tickets!
15:00 - How many days do you need?
16:28 - Why you want to be at the park early/Virtual Queues 
19:40 - The Must-Do Rides at Universal Studios, IOA, and Volcano Bay
26:58 - Park ticket add-ons including a VIP experience The Theme Parkettes really want to try
31:24 - Must-Do Rides for kids
32:22 - Food! 
35:46 - Must-Try Universal Orlando Snacks
37:51 - Favorite CityWalk restaurants 
38:46 - Shows and Entertainment!
41:40 - Holidays and Festivals!
43:46 - Something you’ll see at Universal Hollywood that you may not see at Universal Orlando
45:59 - Booking your travel and saving $
49:36 - The Theme Parkettes 5 Questions for Yuri Rodriguez!
59:56 - Where to find Yuri Rodriguez @yuriefr

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Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

Episode 23 - Vacation Like You Mean It - Universal Orlando 101 with special guest Yuri Rodriguez

Disney Parks and Disney fans online use SO many acronyms. Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) want to know how many you know! Take their quiz! Don’t worry if you don’t know all of the acronyms and terms; by the end of this episode, you’ll be an expert. 

3:30 - DISNEY ACRONYM TRIVIA! 
1:03:49 - How did you score? Tell us on Insta @thethemeparkettes 

Knew less than 10: Parkette Cadet
Didn’t know 9-8: Parkette Scout
Didn’t know 7-6: Parkettes 1st Class
Didn’t know 5-4: Parkette Pilot
Didn’t know 3-2: Parkette Ace
Only didn’t know 1: Parkette Commando
Knew all 30: Official Honorary Disney Theme Parkette!

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Theme song and trivia music by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

Episode 22 - Can YOU Speak Disney?

Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) chat about all things Dollywood and Dolly Parton with special guest, Dollywood performer, Tony Feole.

1:30 - Meet Tony Feole! Learn about his audition for Dollywood and how he became a Gem Tone. 
6:13 - How many days should you plan on spending in the park?
7:00 - Best time of year to visit Dollywood
8:08 - The DreamMore Resort
9:12 - All about Dolly Parton!
12:23 - The Eagle Sanctuary
13:07 - Rides! 
14:24 - The snack you MUST try
15:25 - Food and Dining!
20:00 - Entertainment!
23:45 - The must-do for the Dolly fans
25:05 - Doggywood!
27:50 - Tickets and the Time Saver
29:55 - The chapel 
31:50 - The gospel festival
34:10 - The Theme Parkettes' Five Questions for Tony Feole!
41:50 - Where to find Tony Feole online- @tonyfeole and in the park - Jukebox Junction

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Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com 
Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

Episode 21 - It's Dolly’s World - Dollywood 101 with special guest Tony Feole

Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) are joined by special guest, bestselling author Farrah Rochon, to discuss planning a girlfriends trip to Walt Disney World.

Whether you want to feel young at heart, have some peace and quiet, spend time in nature, or indulge and party hard, Farrah and The Theme Parkettes are here to help you plan the perfect vacation you and your best girls will never forget. 

*Disclaimer: Even though we are calling this episode "girlfriends trip," our advice could be for any gendered friends trip! Our goal is to be as specific and helpful for your vacation planning as possible. Since we identify as female, and are strong supporters of female friendships, that is where our knowledge lives, and our specific focus for this episode. Thank you!*

0:59 - Meet Farrah Rochon! Learn a little about her newest book, "The Boyfriend Project" and her fans who call themselves The Rochonettes. Farrah is also a WDW annual passholder, DVC member, and platinum Disney cruiser. 
5:03 - Figuring out the TYPE or VIBE of the trip you want to have. 
7:38 - What are we wearing? 
9:00 - The "Young at Heart" Girls Trip
14:38 - Why we need to #SaveStevenTyler
16:06 - The Relaxing and Unwinding Girls Trip
24:15 - The "Treat Yourselves" Indulgent Girls Trip
24:46 - Farrah's Hot Tip for EPCOT's Food and Wine Festival!
33:16 - The Party Girls Trip 
38:21 - The Outdoorsy/Active Girls Trip
42:36 - The Theme Parkettes' Five Questions for Farrah Rochon
46:43 - Where to find Farrah @farrahrochon www.farrahrochon.com 

More about Farrah: USA Today bestselling author Farrah Rochon hails from a small town just west of New Orleans. She has garnered much acclaim for her Holmes Brothers, New York Sabers, Bayou Dreams and Moments in Maplesville series. When she is not writing in her favorite coffee shop, Farrah spends most of her time reading, cooking, traveling the world, visiting Walt Disney World, and catching her favorite Broadway shows. An admitted sports fanatic, Farrah feeds her addiction to football by watching New Orleans Saints games on Sunday afternoons. 

Special thanks to Forever Books www.read-forever.com @readforeverpub 

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Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

Episode 20 - Planning a Girls Trip to Disney with special guest Farrah Rochon

Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) are celebrating their one year anniversary of podcasting! Join them for an episode packed with questions from listeners. 

2:35 - The Disney Princess discussion. 
3:43 - How far in advance should I plan my Disney vacation? Is it possible to start planning too early? If I want to work with a Vacation Planner, when should I reach out?
7:20 - How quickly can a Vacation Planner help plan a trip to Disney if I suddenly come into some “cash and free time?”
8:54 - Are there days of the week that have better hotel rates?
10:55 - What are the best ways to save money on a Universal Orlando vacation?
15:38 - Should I purchase my park tickets through a different retailer and not directly from the park? 
20:35 - I’ve never been on a popular ride because I haven’t been able to get a Fast Pass for it. Help! 
24:38 - Theme Park naps!  
28:31 - Do I need to bring cash, travelers checks, credit cards to theme parks? Are parks promoting cashless payment methods?
36:29 - Have you ever gotten “Pixie Dust” or had a “Magical Moment” at a Disney park?
39:53 - Can I get a tour of Cinderella Castle?
42:58 - Are The Theme Parkettes members of Club 33? 

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Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com 
Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

Episode 19 - Listener Questions

Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) are joined by special guest Sparkly Nicole from SparklyEverAfter.com. Vegans and people with dietary restrictions should know they don’t have to miss out on all the fun and delicious theme park food! Find out Sparkly Nicole’s hot tips and best recommendations for plant-based eaters planning their Disney vacation, with advice for visiting Universal, the Orlando area, and Disneyland as well. 
 
0:15 - Meet Sparkly Nicole from SparklyEverAfter.com 
5:40 - The park we all think is currently handling dietary restrictions the best (probably not a surprise to our listeners!)
6:30 - Sparkly Nicole’s advice for prepping to go to the parks 
9:15 - Top WDW restaurant recommendation for vegans
11:52 - Sparkly Nicole’s Hot Tip!
12:30 - Table service recs at WDW Resorts, Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom, Disneyland, Hollywood Studios, Disney Springs 
23:34 - WDW vegan quick service recs 
25:20 - SNACKS!!!! The two Disney snack staples that might surprise you are VEGAN! 
27:16 - Special events - the best EPCOT festival for vegans to check out
29:46 - How to encourage more plant-based options at the parks
33:18 - Top Universal Studios recommendations 
35:31 - Plant-based Orlando restaurants close to the parks 
38:05 - Disney Springs bakery you must visit
43:09 - The Theme Parkettes' Five Questions for Sparkly Nicole
48:20 - Where to find Sparkly Nicole @sparklynicole 
49:30 - Sparkly Nicole’s favorite charity - Give Kids the World www.gktw.org  

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Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

Episode 18 - The Best Vegan Eats at Disney (and more!) with special guest Sparkly Nicole

Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) do their very first Instagram live stream of a podcast. They share everything they know about theme park closures, including what will happen to park tickets, resort stays, and annual passholders. Ashleigh has advice for anyone planning any trip this year. They also discuss what happens during any emergency in a Disney park and how to always book a vacation with confidence. 

0:05 - Our theme song played LIVE by Thomas Gardner, Jr.  
1:11 - Why we chose this topic 
4:30 - Status of the major theme parks
7:27 - For those who had tickets during the closure
8:28 - Annual passholders
8:55 - Are ANY parks open?
10:00 - Recommendations for those who had trips booked in March, April, May, or June
13:50 - What happens when you cancel or reschedule a Disney vacation?
15:47 - Live stream question about DVC points
17:02 - What if you booked a trip through a third party vendor ?
19:04 - Ashleigh’s best advice for those feeling anxious about what’s happening with their vacation
20:08 - Booked a trip in the fall? Thinking of booking a trip in the fall?
21:04 - Should you get Travel insurance?
23:30 - Rescheduling vs Cancelling 
26:45 - Emergencies in Orlando WDW Parks
33:45 - A well needed laugh and helpful photo advice 
36:00 - Best advice for planning with confidence and some hot tips

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Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com 
Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

Episode 17 - THE THEME PARKETTES LIVE! - Trip Cancellations, Emergencies, and Park Closures

Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) talk about Ashleigh’s adventures at the 2020 WDW Marathon Weekend. They discuss which runDisney races she ran, her first ride on the gondolas, new culinary encounters, the wacky weather that always seems to accompany this weekend, and then, Ashleigh gets personal about an imperfect race and resort experience and what she learned from both. 

0:44 - Race overview 
2:10 - Driving to Orlando and having a car at WDW, getting to the expo
8:15 - Taking ALL the transportation to the parks. ALL OF IT! 
16:20 - Why does this race weekend always have wacky weather? 
20:33 - The runDisney flag system, the road closures, and how the marathon was affected 
23:56 - Ashleigh’s 5K
26:05 - Hot tip for getting the best race photos
27:34 - Ashleigh’s (emotional) Half Marathon and the “Sea of Green”
44:38 - Eating at Sebastian’s Bistro, Beaches & Cream, California Grill, the EPCOT Forever Rose & Crown Dining package
49:00 - Staying at the Caribbean Beach Resort 
55:00 - Tips for reaching out to Disney if there is an issue with your stay

We found the magical foot roller! (not an ad): rollrecovery.com/product/r3/

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Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

Episode 16 - Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 2020

Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) discuss Jessica’s recent trip to Six Flags Magic Mountain for Holiday in The Park and Taste of Holiday in The Park. 

1:18 - About “Taste of Holiday in The Park”
5:45 - The answer to a previous mystery!
7:50 - Holiday in The Park specs - times and dates, lights, “snowpe,” crafts, S’mores Stations, the light shows, entertainment, stilt walker toy soldiers, walkthroughs, photo ops, holiday merch, charity
21:40 - Taste of Holiday in The Park tasting passports
23:05 - Allergy and dietary considerations and options
24:55 - Meeting and interviewing Neal Thurman, the President of Six Flags Magic Mountain!
30:21 - Other Taste of Holiday in The Park food options
31:40 - Overall thoughts on Holiday in The Park 

For those who don’t remember the S’mores scene from “The Sandlot” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlddDZkkxCc

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Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

Episode 15 - SPECIAL EDITION - Six Flags Magic Mountain Holiday in The Park 2019

Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) tell you about all the magic that happens on both coasts at Disney during the Holiday Season. Is it worth it to brave the insane crowds? What's it like on Christmas Day? The Theme Parkettes discuss the seasonal food, lights, events, special entertainment, the ride overlays, the scavenger hunts, and, of course, the “snowpe.” As usual, they give their best travel tips and advice on how to make sure your holiday vacation is as magical as possible.

1:40 - When do the “Holidays” start at Disneyland and Walt Disney World?
3:40 - A brief discussion of Thanksgiving at Disney
7:15 - Magic Kingdom, including Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
14:36 - EPCOT
20:12 - Animal Kingdom
22:13 - Hollywood Studios
25:40 - Disney Springs
27:55 - Grand Californian Hotel (and other Disney resorts)
29:28 - Disney’s California Adventure, including Festival of the Holidays
32:03 - Disneyland 
35:57 - An explanation of the “phases” of park closure - What you need to know so you can make sure you get in, even on the busiest days
38:46 - Tips for braving Disney during the Holidays

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Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com 
Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

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