Universally Epic Podcast
by Jim Klein & Taylor Franklin
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About this podcast
Everything you need to know about planning your next Universal Orlando vacation! Join Jim and Taylor as they discuss Epic Universe, Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, City Walk, Volcano Bay, Resorts, and so much more. Universally Epic Podcast is your go-to podcast for all things Universal Orlando.
Episodes
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- Episode 55: Top 5 Universal Happenings in 2026, HHN Christmas Speculation Map · 30 minIn this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor count down to 2026 with their top 5 Universal happenings coming in the new year. Also, a Halloween Horror Nights Christmas Speculation map…
- Episode 54: Virtual Christmas Gift Exchange · 14 minIn this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor exchange virtual Christmas gifts. Also, the podcast receives a gift from Universal Orlando Resort! Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are…
- Episode 53: Single Rider Closing, 2026 Park Hours, Taylor’s Not So Christmas Trivia Game · 29 minIn this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the closing of single rider on a very popular Universal Orlando attraction. They also share some new park hours coming to Universal…
- Episode 52: Disney vs Universal At The Box Office, Restaurant Closure, Holiday Food Offerings · 33 minIn this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the opening weekend for Zootopia 2 and how it compares to the numbers for Wicked For Good over the last two weekends. They aslo…
- Episode 51: Happy One Year Anniversary!!! · 43 minIn this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor celebrate the one year anniversary of the podcast. They share all of their favorite moments and episodes from the past year. Thank you to…
- Episode 50: HHN Awards, Epic Expansion, Blue Sky Christmas · 29 minIn this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor wrap up the Halloween Horror Nights season with the announcement of “House of the Year”, “Scare Zone of the Year”, and “Production of the…
- Episode 49: 2026 Universal Orlando Ticket Options, Extended Volcano Bay Closure, and Holiday Harbor Nights at Portofino Bay Hotel · 27 minIn this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the ins and outs of Universal Orlando’s 2026 ticket package, which leads into a discussion about the lengthy refurbishment of…
- Episode 48: Wicked For Good, Single Attraction Express Pass Testing, Orlando Airport Update, Universal Kids Resort Lands · 46 minIn this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the Wicked For Good Experience at Universal Studios, Orlando International’s major renovation plans, Universal is testing out a…
- Episode 47: Taylor's Back With A Trip Report! · 1 h 8 minIn this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss Taylor’s trip to Universal Orlando on the podcast's first ever trip report. Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal…
- Episode 46: Stardust Racers Reopens, Holiday Dates, Rock The Universe Packages, Mardi Gras · 15 minIn this week’s episode, Jim tries to hold down the fort as Taylor is on vacation in Universal Orlando. Lonely Jim discusses the reopening of Stardust Racers, the dates for the…
- Episode 45: Mythos Days May Be Numbered & The Universal This Or That Game · 34 minIn this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the rumor of Mythos closing in 2026 and play a game of “This or That,” which ends up with more laughs than expected. Please excuse…
- Episode 44: An Unfortunate Tragedy At Epic Universe · 21 minIn this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the tragic and unfortunate news of a man who passed away shortly after riding Stardust Racers at Universal’s Epic Universe. This…
- Episode 43: Refurbishments, Golden Tickets, Lost Continent Demolition, and Free HHN Souvenirs · 41 minIn this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the current list of attraction refurbishments with dates, including a very lengthy closure for one attraction. They also discuss…
- Episode 42: Technical Difficulties, So Much News To Catch Up On, HHN Food!!! · 51 minIn this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor catch up on a whole bunch of news, which includes deathly afraid necklaces, updates to Express Pass, Halloween hotel lobbies, and opening…
- Episode 41: WWE Presents: The Horrors of the Wyatt Sicks · 27 minIn this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor deep dive into the backstory of Halloween Horror Nights' most unique house this year, WWE Presents: The Horrors of the Wyatt Sicks. Jim…
- Episode 40: Rip Ride Rockit Closes, Fazbear Pizza, Terrifier is Terrifying · 17 minIn this week’s episode, Rip Ride Rockets closes, Taylor will be getting her HHN pizza at a new location, and that always playful clown Art just doesn't want to stay in his house…
- Episode 39: Halloween Horror Nights Tips & Tricks · 16 minIn this week’s episode, our resident Halloween Horror Nights expert, Taylor, gives her best tips and tricks for making the most of your Halloween Horror Nights experience. Jim…
- Episode 38: A Complete Guide To All Of The Halloween Horror Night Houses, Scare Zones, and Shows · 19 minIn this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor run through all of the houses, scare zones, and shows that will be at Halloween Horror Nights 34 all in one quick episode. HHN 34 is…
- Episode 37: Big Changes In 2026, Epic Universe Expansion Rumors · 27 minIn this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss 2026 Universal Orlando Resort Vacation Packages and some great news concerning Epic Universal in 2026. They also discuss the Epic…
- Episode 36: Halloween Horror Nights Announcements & HHN’s Sweet Sixteen · 27 minIn this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss all of the recent Halloween Horror Nights announcements. They also jump back in time to HHN 16 and relive some of the great…
