The Theme Park Duo Podcast
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About
We are The Theme Park Duo! We are a Husband and Wife team that absolutely love Theme Parks, Amusement Parks, Haunts, Dark Rides, Roller Coaster and many more things in the Theme Park world. Now the fun doesn't stop here, we have a fun podcast called "The Theme Park Duo Podcast". On that show we will talk about a myriad of topics and news of the Theme Park world. Along side the podcast, we have this site to publish all our reviews of upcoming theme park and haunt events. We have some fun people joining us along for the ride, surprisingly, they are couples too! So hang on time for a crazy ride with the Theme Park Duo!
Episodes
- EPISODE 211 - UNIVERSAL FAN FEST NIGHTS 2026 REVIEW
The Theme Park Duo Podcast returns to discuss their experience at Universal Fan Fest Nights 2026, covering the event's attractions, fan experiences, and atmosphere.
- EPISODE 210 - HOLIDAY IN THE PARK 2025 at SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN
The Theme Park Duo Podcast discusses Holiday in the Park 2025 at Six Flags Magic Mountain, including seasonal food, entertainment, and shows. The hosts also reflect on nine years of their podcast, its evolution, and their personal growth.
- EPISODE 209 - GRINCHMAS at UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD 2025
The Theme Park Duo Podcast explores Grinchmas 2025 at Universal Studios Hollywood, detailing the festive decorations, seasonal shows, and their experiences with holiday treats. The episode offers insights into what is new, what is recommen…
- EPISODE 208 - SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN FRIGHT FEST 2025 REVIEW
In Episode 208, Gabe and Nikki review Six Flags Magic Mountain's Fright Fest 2025. They discuss the park's entertainment, shows, scare zones, and mazes, sharing their overall thoughts on the event's strengths and areas for improvement.
- EPISODE 207: LA HAUNTED HAYRIDE & QUEEN MARY'S DARK HARBOR REVIEW
The Theme Park Duo Podcast reviews Queen Mary's Dark Harbor and the LA Haunted Hayride, discussing haunted mazes, scare zones, and offering tips for the Halloween season.
- EPISODE 206 - KNOTT'S SCARY FARM 2025 REVIEW
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! The fog has rolled in, the monsters are out, and Theme Park Duo is back with a spine-tingling review of Knott's Scary Farm 2025! Join us as w…
- EPISODE 205 - HHN HOLLYWOOD 2025 REVIEW
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! Join us as we review Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights 2025! From the newest haunted houses and chilling scare zones to the…
- EPISODE 204 - MIDSUMMER SCREAM 2025 REVIEW
This week on the Theme Park Duo Podcast, Gabe and Nikki dive headfirst into Midsummer Scream 2025, the world's largest Halloween and horror convention. From the jaw-dropping highlights to the unexpected letdowns, they cover it all with the…
- BONUS EPISODE - MIDSUMMER SCREAM 2025 SNEAK PEEK with Special Guest RICK WEST
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this week's episode, Gabe sits down with Co-Founder and Creative Producer of Midsummer Scream, Rick West! They pull back the curtain on wh…
- EPISODE 203 - HALLOWEEN NEWS ROUNDUP
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this week's episode, Gabe and Nikki talk about the latest news coming out for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood and U…
- EPISODE 202 - SFMM DC HEROES AND VILLAINS FEST & KNOTT'S GHOST TOWN ALIVE REVIEWS
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki talk review two different events. First is DC Heroes and Villains Fest at Six Flags Magic Mountain. The…
- EPISODE 201 - NEWS ROUNDUP
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki talk about the latest news in the themed entertainment space. First up with HHN announcements! Fallout…
- EPISODE 200 - UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD AP EVENT WISHLIST
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki give their TOP 5 things they want to see happen at Universal Studios Hollywood AP Events. It's an event…
- EPISODE 199 - WHO IS SOFT PLAY? with Special Guest Matt Fallows
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe sits down with Matt Fallows of Soft Play to discuss who Soft Play is and how listeners might know them already! W…
- EPISODE 198 - UNIVERSAL FAN FEST NIGHTS REVIEW
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe review their experiences at Universal Fan Fest Nights! This is an ALL NEW after hours event at Universa…
- EPISODE 197 - RATING KNOTT'S BOYSENBERRY FESTIVAL FOODS
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe sit down to rate the different foods they had at Knott's Berry Farm for Boysenberry Festival. They also…
- EPISODE 196 - THE GREY GHOST PROJECT: PARANORMAL INVESTIGATIONS ABOARD THE RMS QUEEN MARY
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe sit down with Rebecca Knights! She is the founder of The Grey Ghost Project and the resident Paranormal…
- EPISODE 195 - WHAT SHOULD REPLACE FAST AND FURIOUS SUPERCHARGED?
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe talk about the recent closure of Fast and Furious: Supercharged at Universal Studios Hollywood to make…
- EPISODE 194 - KNOTT'S PEANUTS CELEBRATION 2025 REVIEW
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks Season Premiere episode, Nikki and Gabe visit Knott's Berry Farm for Knott's Peanuts Celebration. An event that celebrations th…
- EPISODE 193 - TRIP REPORT: UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks Season Finale episode, Gabe and Nikki finally talk about their trip to Universal Orlando Resort! They break down their entire t…
- EPISODE 192 - KNOTT'S MERRY FARM 2024
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe chat about their experiences at Knott's Merry Farm! Knott's Berry Farm turns into a holiday wonderland…
- EPISODE 191 - HOME HAUNT & DOLLYWOOD
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe chat about Halloween...STILL! Gabe was able to work a home haunt this year and he talks about his first…
- BONUS EPISODE - KIDS FIRST TRIP TO KNOTT'S SCARY FARM
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this bonus episode, you'll get a first hand perspective on what it was like taking our 6 year old to Knott's Scary Farm for the first time…
- EPISODE 190 - LA HAUNTED HAYRIDE, SLEEPWALKR 2.0, & CREEP
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki chats with Gabe about his experience at 3 different spooky events in Southern California. Gabe talks about Sleep…
- EPISODE 189 - QUEEN MARY'S DARK HARBOR 2024
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe discuss the return of Dark Harbor at the Queen Mary in Long Beach, California! Does it hold a candle to…
- EPISODE 188 - KNOTT'S SCARY FARM 2024
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe discuss their experiences at Knott's Scary Farm! Each and every year, Knott's Berry Farm unveils the ni…
- EPISODE 187 - HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS HOLLYWOOD 2024
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe sit down to discuss and review their experiences at Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood for 2024! We talk…
- EPISODE 186 - FRIGHT FEST EXTREME at SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe is joined by Gregg from Park Journey to discuss this years Fright Fest Extreme at Six Flags Magic Mountain! This…
- EPISODE 185 - HHN 33 REVIEW
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe review their experiences at Halloween Horror Nights 33 in Universal Orlando Resort. We talk food, shows…
- EPISODE 184 - D23 HORIZONS DISNEY EXPERIENCES SHOWCASE
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Nikki and Gabe sit down to discuss the announcements that came from the D23 Horizons Disney Experiences Showcase! Vill…
- EPISODE 183 - MIDSUMMER SCREAM 2024 with Special Guest John Murdy of HHN Hollywood
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks XL sized episode, Gabe and NIkki discuss and review Midsummer Scream 2024. What were the big moments from the weekend? What ann…
- EPISODE 182 - TOP 5 DO'S AND DON'TS OF DISNEY CRUISE LINES with Special Guest THE DCL DUO
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe sits down with the DCL Duo to chat about Disney Cruise Lines and Top 5 Do's and Don'ts when planning and experien…
- EPISODE 181 - UNIVERSAL EPIC UNIVERSE: DARK UNIVERSE
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki talk about Universal Epic Universe's latest reveal...DARK UNIVERSE! This will be the home to the newly…
- EPISODE 180 - MEOW WOLF SANTA FE
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki talk about their experiences at Meow Wolf in Santa Fe, New Mexico! This bizarre, beautiful, and unique…
- EPISODE 179 - HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS NEWS
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki talk the latest HHN News! Universal Orlando Resort recently announced their full slate of HHN Original…
- EPISODE 178 - BEHIND THE MASK: GREG DANIELS OF KNOTT'S SCARY FARM
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe sits down with Greg Daniels (AKA Seaweed), an extremely talented scare actor who spent many years crafting his sk…
- EPISODE 177 - NEWS ROUNDUP: FAST AND FURIOUS, TIANA'S BAYOU ADVENTURE & MORE!
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki sit down to discuss news in the world of themed entertainment! First up is the Theme Park Bulletin with…
- EPISODE 175 - THE GREY GHOST PROJECT: A PARANORMAL INVESTIGATION ON THE QUEEN MARY
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki sit down to discuss their paranormal investigation aboard the RMS Queen Mary with The Grey Ghost Projec…
- EPISODE 175 - INDIANA JONES ADVENTURE VR EXPERIENCE with Special Guest Ryan Batcheller
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe sits down with Special Guest Ryan Batcheller to talk about his virtual recreation of the Indiana Jones Adventure…
- EPISODE 174 - SCREAM BREAK 2024 REVIEW
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki talk about and review their experiences with Scream Break at Six Flags Magic Mountain! It's one giant p…
- EPISODE 173 - BOYSENBERRY FESTIVAL 2024 & KNOTT'S HOTEL REVIEW
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki talk about their multi-day experience at Knott's Berry Farm for Boysenberry Festival 2024. We also talk…
- EPISODE 172 - BOYSENBERRY FESTIVAL 2024 PREVIEW
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki preview Knott's Boysenberry Festival 2024! This includes first hand accounts of food, merch, the newly…
- EPISODE 171 - OVERRATED DISNEY PARKS ATTRACTIONS
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki share their lists of Disney Parks attractions that they find to be overrated. Prepared to be triggered!…
- EPISODE 170 - EPIC UNIVERSE, 1-UP CAFE, and KNOTT'S PEANUTS CELEBRATION
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On the Season 8 Premiere episode of The Theme Park Duo Podcast, Gabe and Nikki discuss the latest news surrounding Epic Universe. This includ…
- EPISODE 169 - SEASON FINALE - ARMCHAIR IMAGINEERING: DOCTOR WHO
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On the Season Finale episode of the Theme Park Duo Podcast, Gabe and Nikki bring their ideas for what a Doctor Who themed land, attractions,…
- EPISODE 168 - SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN HOLIDAY IN THE PARK REVIEW 2023
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, we sit down to talk about our experiences at Six Flags Magic Mountain for Holiday in the Park. This zany and fun holid…
- EPISODE 167 - KNOTT'S MERRY FARM 2023 REVIEW
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, we sit down to talk about our experiences at Knott's Berry Farm for their seasonal Merry Farm event. The Holiday spiri…
- EPISODE 166 - THEME PARK NEWS ROUNDUP
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, we sit down to talk about some of the bigger news to come out of the theme park world! Six Flags and Cedar Fair mergin…
- EPISODE 165 - HAPPY HALLOWEEN: HAUNT RECAP
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe and Nikki wrap up the Halloween season! After attending many haunts, multiple times, our opinions have changes ju…
- EPISODE 164 - SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN FRIGHT FEST 30th ANNIVERSARY REVIEW
THE THEME PARK DUO PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER, iHEART RADIO AND SPOTIFY! On this weeks episode, Gabe is joined by Gregg Condon of Park Journey to discuss the 30th Anniversary of Fright Fest at Six Flags Magic Mount…