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90s Disney is a podcast covering everything about the Mouse House's raddest decade. Each episode goes in depth on a single 90s Disney topic, be it from the parks, movies, video games, or whatever! Follow us on BlueSky @90sDisney.com Follow us on Twitter @90sDisneyPod! Follow us on Threads and Instagram @90sDisneyPodcast Like us on Facebook!
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April 1, 2025
<p>It’s Star Trek like you’ve never experienced it before… unless you were lucky enough to visit the Las Vegas Hilton in the late ’90s and early 2000s! This week, AJ, Mike, and Chris beam aboard Star Trek: The Experience, a one-of-a-kind immersive attraction that brought fans into the final frontier in the most Vegas way possible. From Klingon kidnappings to Quark’s Bar and even weddings on the bridge of the Enterprise, this was no ordinary theme park experience.</p><p>We dive into how Las Vegas rebranded itself as a family destination in the ’90s, the abandoned dream of a full-size Enterprise downtown, and the Hilton’s transformation into a Trekker’s paradise. Relive iconic moments from Klingon Encounter, brave the Borg Invasion 4D, and explore everything from the gift shops and museum to the walkaround characters and their surprisingly deep lore.</p><p>Plus, what killed this incredible attraction just before Trek’s 2009 comeback? And how did it influence the next generation of theme park storytelling?</p><p>Things We Talked About</p><ul><li>The failed $150 million Enterprise replica project for downtown Vegas</li><li>The rise of family-focused attractions on the Strip, including MGM Grand Adventures and Luxor’s Sega arcade</li><li>The Las Vegas Hilton’s surprising Star Trek connection</li><li>Klingon Encounter and its groundbreaking transporter illusion</li><li>Borg Invasion 4D and how Voyager influenced its creation</li><li>Deep dive into the museum, Quark’s Bar (Warp Core Breach, anyone?), and character interactions</li><li>The closure of the Experience and its legacy in themed entertainment</li></ul><p>Watch and Read More</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/star-trek-saga-how-starship-913891/">Hollywood Reporter: The Star Trek Saga</a></li><li><a href="https://musingsofamiddleagedgeek.blog/2019/05/08/star-trek-the-experience-1998-2008-at-the-las-vegas-hilton-surely-the-best-of-times/">Musings of a Middle-Aged Geek</a></li><li><a href="https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Star_Trek:_The_Experience">Memory Alpha: Star Trek: The Experience</a></li><li><a href="https://www.startrek.com/news/remembering-star-trek-the-experience">StarTrek.com: Remembering Star Trek: The Experience</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SDMk8DO4wJ4">YouTube: Walkthrough Video 1</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RXcq5C_yAQc">YouTube: Walkthrough Video 2</a></li></ul><p>Follow Us</p><ul><li><a href="https://bsky.app/profile/90sdisney.com">Blue Sky</a></li><li><a href="https://x.com/90sDisneyPod">Twitter/X</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/90sdisney">Facebook</a></li><li><a href="https://www.threads.net/@90sdisneypodcast">Threads</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/90sdisneypodcast/">Instagram</a></li></ul><p><strong>Email us your memories or questions:</strong> <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p>
March 18, 2025
<p>It's time for an extra special bonus episode of 90s Disney! This time, we're heading to <strong>Universal</strong> as Mike gets an exclusive first look at <strong>Universal Epic Universe</strong>! Thanks to a friend, Mike got to attend an employee preview of the highly anticipated new theme park, months before its grand opening.</p><p>Mike walks AJ and Chris through the entire park, discussing his spoiler-free first impressions of Celestial Park, Super Nintendo World, Dark Universe, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, and the Ministry of Magic. From groundbreaking ride technology to next-level theming and food, this episode is packed with early insights into the biggest new theme park in decades!</p><p>Topics Discussed</p><ul><li>How Epic Universe compares to other major theme parks</li><li>Celestial Park – The grand entrance and hub of the park</li><li>Super Nintendo World – Bigger, better, and featuring Donkey Kong!</li><li>Dark Universe – Universal Monsters come to life with an incredible dark ride and immersive theming</li><li>How to Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk – A sleeper hit with kinetic energy and breathtaking scenery</li><li>Ministry of Magic – Even though the ride wasn’t open, Mike got a sneak peek at the queue (and it’s massive!)</li><li>The best food and drinks across the park</li><li>How Disney might respond to the competition</li></ul><p>Links and Resources</p><ul><li><a href="https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/90sdisney/episodes/69-5---Mike-Goes-to-Universals-Epic-Universe-e2v3k6b">Listen on Spotify</a></li><li><a href="https://bsky.app/profile/90sdisney.com">Follow us on BlueSky</a></li><li><a href="https://x.com/90sDisneyPod">Follow us on X</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/90sdisney">Follow us on Facebook</a></li><li><a href="https://www.threads.net/@90sdisneypodcast">Follow us on Threads</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/90sdisneypodcast/">Follow us on Instagram</a></li><li>Email us at: <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></li></ul><p>Join the Conversation!</p><p>Have you been keeping up with Epic Universe? What are you most excited for? Let us know by leaving a comment on <a href="https://spotify.com">Spotify</a> or emailing us at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>.</p><p>Thanks for listening! See you next time on 90s Disney!</p>
March 1, 2025
<p>All aboard! This week, we set sail on a deep dive into the history of the <strong>Disney Cruise Line</strong>. From its origins with the Big Red Boat to the launch of the Disney Magic in 1998, we explore how Disney transformed the cruise industry into a floating theme park experience.</p><p>In This Episode:</p><ul> <li>The fan-requested topic that led us to cover Disney Cruise Line history</li> <li>What pop culture looked like on July 30, 1998 – the launch date of the Disney Magic</li> <li>The evolution of Disney’s cruise offerings from the Big Red Boat partnership to their own fleet</li> <li>How Michael Eisner saw an opportunity to bring Disney magic to the seas</li> <li>The unique design and innovations of the early Disney Cruise Line ships</li> <li>The creation of Disney’s private island, <strong>Castaway Cay</strong></li> <li>Expanding the fleet: The transition from the Magic and Wonder to the Dream, Fantasy, and beyond</li> <li>Recent expansions, including the Disney Wish, Disney Treasure, and upcoming ships</li> <li>What makes a Disney Cruise different from other cruise lines</li> <li>Mike’s first-hand experience on the Disney Wish</li></ul><p>Follow Us:</p><ul> <li><a href="https://bsky.app/profile/90sdisney.com" target="_blank">Blue Sky</a></li> <li><a href="https://x.com/90sDisneyPod" target="_blank">Twitter/X</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/90sdisney" target="_blank">Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.threads.net/@90sdisneypodcast" target="_blank">Threads</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/90sdisneypodcast" target="_blank">Instagram</a></li></ul><p>Contact Us:</p><p>Email: <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p>
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