Where The Magic Happens

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A Disney & Universal Studios Parks & Movies Podcast, discussing all sorts of topics to keep you entertained no matter where you live! Join us for game shows, drafts, rankings, debates, and plenty of armchair imagineering! If you enjoy the show, consider checking us out on Youtube and becoming a member of our Magic Mafia community on Patreon for bonus content, virtual hangouts, and more!Patreon.com/wtmhpodcastHope to see you all there, and thanks for your support!

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144 - The Battle of John Williams and Hans Zimmer Movie Scores
Today at 11:00 AM

In this weeks episode, we introduce a new game that will really bring out the competitive side in ya!

Jarrett, Lindsey, Mark, and special guest Ben, as they compete to build the best list of movie scores, that were composed by none other than the GOATS of composing movies. That's right..... John Williams and Hans Zimmer.

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143 - The Status of Marvel As We Speak!
11/02/2026

In this week's episode, join Mark, Lindsey, and special guest, JT (j.toal on Instagram), as they talk about their thoughts on Marvel to this day. 

With Avengers Doomsday approaching in less than 2 months, the team thought it was time to break it all down!

Big thank you again, to our guest JT, and I hope all of you enjoy the show!

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142 - Halloween Horror Nights Full Breakdown!
10/26/2026

In this week's episode, join Jarrett, Mark, and Jacob as they break down everything they saw during their time at Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando. 

Which houses exceeded their expectations? Were there any stinkers? How were the scare zones, foods, drinks, and shows?

Tune in to find out all the answers and more! 

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141 - Our Must Watch Halloween Movies!
10/19/2026

In this week's episode, each of the hosts discuss their list of movies that they must watch during the Halloween season each and every year.

Does your list compare to one of ours? Is there a movie that we left out?

Let us know! 

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140 - Let's Get Spooky with Attraction Overlays!
10/12/2026

In this week's episode, the hosts reimagine some of your favorite attractions found at both Disney and Universal parks, to theme them around the Halloween season!

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139 - Drafting Disney World & Disneyland Resorts To Spend The Day At!
10/05/2026

In this week's episode, the team takes part in a draft, as they try and build the best team of Disney World and Disneyland Resort's to spend an entire day at. With many of the resorts having the pools, restaurants, recreational activities, and more to pass the time, listen in to find out how your list compares to some of the lists we come up with!

In the episode: Jarrett, Lindsey, and special guest Jacob!

Enjoy the show everyone!

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138 - Bring It Back! (Disney World and Universal Orlando Edition)
09/28/2026

In this weeks episode, the team discusses their top 10 lists of things they wish Disney World or Universal Studios Orlando brought back to the parks. 

We wanted to take a little trip down memory lane for this one, and didn't hold back from telling the parks what they screwed up on when they took these things away! Do any of your attractions, restaurants, etc. that you miss make our lists? Listen in to find out!

Enjoy the show everybody! 

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137 - Finish the Attraction Audio!
09/21/2026

In this week's episode, Mark tests Jarrett, Lindsey, and a couple guests, to see how well they know their Disney and Universal attractions. 

Feel free to play along and see how well you do as you listen to the episode.

And remember, if you like what you hear, and want to join our Magic Mafia family, check out patreon.com/wtmhpodcast

Big shoutout to Mitch and Kathryn for joining!

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136 - Wrong Opinions with the Miser Brothers
09/14/2026

In this weeks episode, the Miser Brothers strike back, and this time hotter than ever, with their "Wrong Opinions". Dine in as we not only take on the Misers opinions, but also YOURS! Buckle up, this gets messy! 

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135 - Blind Rankings With A Twist!
09/07/2026

 In this weeks episode, the team is put to the test to see how well they know one another when it comes to rankings things found at Disney and Universal Parks. What are Lindsey's favorite water rides? Where does Jarrett like to sit and hang out while his group goes on rides? What lands does Mark like most? Listen in to find out!!! 

If you like what you hear, and want more, make sure to join our Magic Mafia family at patreon.com/wtmhpodcast

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134 - D23 Experiences Panel Breakdown & Opinions!
08/31/2026

In this week's episode, join Jarrett and Mark, alongside special guests Nick, Logan, and Jeff, as they break down all of the announcements made in the D23 Experiences Panel. 

This includes the details announced for Villains Land, Avengers Campus, attraction updates, and more!

If you are a fan, and want to hear more, check out patreon.com/wtmhpodcast to join our Magic Mafia.

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133 - Our "Happiest" Episode Yet? D23 Entertainment Showcase Breakdown and Opinions!
08/24/2026

In this week's episode, Jarrett is joined by Nick, along with some special friends who many of you might remember from the Happiest Podcast on Earth (A blast from the past!). 

In the episode, we break down all of the announcements made in the Entertainment Showcase at the D23 Expo recently, including news from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and more!

If you like what you hear, and want more, make sure to check us out at patreon.com/wtmhpodcast

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132 - Drafting Disney Animated 2D Movies!
08/17/2026

In this week's episode, join Jarrett, Lindsey, and Mark, as they take part in a draft in which they each get 10 movies that are Disney 2d animated movies. Where will your favorite movie get picked? Who has the best list? Listen in to find out!

If you like what you hear, and want more, make sure to join our Magic Mafia at patreon.com/wtmhpodcast

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131 - Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Hype Episode featuring Special Guests Amanda, JT, and Alessa!
08/10/2026

In this week's episode, it's time to break down everything coming to Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando this year! We are talking houses, scare zones, merchandise, and more, featured at this years event. Join Jarrett and Mark, along with our very special guests (and HHN experts)!

Amanda ( _acadventures on Instagram)

JT ( j.toal on Instagram)

Alessa ( _alessascloset on Instagram)

Enjoy the show, and HAPPY HALLOWEEN SEASON!!!

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130 - Theme Park Shark Tank (Featuring our amazing members of the Magic Mafia!)
08/03/2026

To celebrate Shark Week, we decided to invite members of our Magic Mafia to pitch their ideas for inventions and services that would make theme parking a whole lot better/easier. 

Join the sharks (Jarrett, Mark, and Nick), as they judge each pitch, and determine who is the ultimate winner!

BIG SHOUTOUT TO ALL OF OUR AMAZING MEMBERS ON PATREON WHO DECIDED TO TAKE PART IN THIS!!!! WE HAD SO MUCH FUN LISTENING TO ALL OF YOUR AMAZING IDEAS

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129 - Greek Gods & Goddesses.....as Disney & Universal Characters?!
07/27/2026

The Odyssey is out, and the team is hyped. So this week, Lindsey hosts an episode where we try and compare Greek Gods and Goddesses to Disney and Universal characters. 

What characters can you compare to the likes of Apollo, Athena, Hermes, and more? Listen in to find out and play along!

Make sure to let us know who you pick as your comparisons by checking out our Discord page. You can also join the Magic Mafia at patreon.com/wtmhpodcast

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128 - The Great, Good, and the Ugly of Universal Orlando Parks
07/20/2026

In this week's episode, we go land by land at Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, and Epic Universe, to determine what in each land is untouchable, what needs some change, and what needs to just go at this point. Hence the name, The Great, Good, and The Ugly!

Let us know what you think we got right, or wrong, in this episode by checking out our Discord channel! 

And if you like what you hear, and want more, check out patreon.com/wtmhpodcast

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127 - Ranking Disney Live Action Remakes!
07/13/2026

With Moana coming out this past week, we decided to release our rankings of Disney live action remakes. With the likes of Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, Pinocchio, and more, listen in and see where your rankings compare to our teams!

Enjoy the show!

Remember, if you like what you hear, and want to become a part of our Magic Mafia family, make sure to check out patreon.com/wtmhpodcast and join today!

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126 - Mad Chatter: Discussing Pirates Animatronic, Disneyland Forward, Our Untouchable Attractions, Disney Springs News, Movies in 2026, The Genie, and More!
07/06/2026

Join us in another episode of Mad Chatters, where we discuss anything and everything when it comes to Disney, Universal, and more.

Have topics that you want us to talk about? Make sure to join us at patreon.com/wtmhpodcast 

Also, make sure to check out our Discord!

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125 - $5,000 Disney Vacation Challenge!
#125
06/29/2026

In this week's episode, Jake, Lindsey, and Piper dream up Disney vacation itineraries on a $5,000 budget. You might be surprised what you can get around the world!

Enjoy the show and have a magical week!

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124 - Disneyland Team Trip Recap + Pixar Place Review
#124
06/22/2026

Hey y'all! In this week's episode, join Piper, Jake, Lindsey, and Tony as they recap their recent team trip to Disneyland! The team begins by reviewing the Pixar Place Hotel before diving into everything they rode, ate, and experienced in a few days at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim. 

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123 - Blind Ranking Disney & Universal Dads
06/15/2026

In this week's episode, join Jarrett, Piper, and Magic Mafia Captain Nathan for a blind ranking of Disney & Universal Dad characters!

Enjoy the show and thanks for all your support!!!

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122 - MovieKart!
06/08/2026

In this week's episode, Jake hosts a build your own Mario Kart experience with Piper and Lindsey! We had a blast imagineering maps, characters, and minigames!

Enjoy the show!

If you want to join in on all the fun, make sure to check us out at patreon.com/wtmhpodcast today!

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121 - Magical Family Feud - Universal Parks Edition! (Featuring Universally Speaking Podcast)
06/01/2026

In this special episode of Where the Magic Happens, Jarrett hosts a Magical Family Feud episode, where the hosts from both Where the Magic Happens and Universally Speaking Podcast battle to see who can correctly guess the listeners opinions on topics relating to Universal Orlando Parks.

Thank you to everyone who took time to send your answers to our questions, and thank you to everyone from Universally Speaking Podcast for joining in on all the fun!

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120 - Ride Redux: Reimagining Attractions
05/25/2026

Join Lindsey, Piper, Jarrett, and Jake in a wheel of attractions extravaganza! We will be going park to park using the wheel to reimagine existing attractions!

If you like what you hear, want to support us, and want to join our Magic Mafia family, make sure to check us out at patreon.com/wtmhpodcast

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119 - Disney & Universal Movie Auction!
05/18/2026

In this week's episode, Jarrett hosts another auction episode! This time, the other hosts (Lindsey, Jake, Piper, and special guest, Alexis!) have to purchase items, characters, and locations found in Disney, Universal, and other movies. Feel free to play along with your family or friends, and see who can come up with the best list of items in your group!

Enjoy the show!

If you want to join in on all the fun, make sure to check us out at patreon.com/wtmhpodcast today!


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118 - Hot Takes with the Misers!
05/11/2026

In this week's episode, the Miser Brothers (Lindsey and Mark), along with our special guest and good friend, Eddy, discuss some of their latest hot takes when it comes to the Disney and Universal Parks. 

They also discuss some of the hot takes that you, the listeners, submitted as well! 

Enjoy the show!

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117 - Movies & Mental Health
05/04/2026

The month of May is mental health awareness month so in this week's episode, Mark, Lindsey, Piper, and special guest Sam talk about the journeys of self discovery & mental health of a variety of characters found throughout Disney & Universal movies. Enjoy the episode and remember that whatever you might be dealing with, you aren't alone! 

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116 - "Very, Very, Very, Basic Disney Trivia" Hosted By Lindsey!
04/27/2026

Time to test your Disney knowledge with questions created by Lindsey! Play along with the other hosts, as they guess Disney parks and movie trivia. 

If you like what you hear, and want more, make sure to join the Magic Mafia family at patreon.com/wtmhpodcast!


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115 - An Extremely "Colorful" Avengers Draft!
04/20/2026

To celebrate the NFL Draft taking place this week, it's Draft Day in the WTMH studio! This week, the team drafts movie characters based on the color each character is associated with, to see who can come up with the best Avengers-styled team. 

Join Mark, Jarrett, along with special guests Ryan (Into the Dizneyverse Podcast), and Abby (Uni University), and let us know who you think has the best assembled team!

Enjoy the show!

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114 - Blind Ranking Disney World, Disneyland, and Universal Studios Restaurants!
04/13/2026

Play and listen along as we blind rank food options found inside the parks at Disney World, Disneyland, and Universal Studios Orlando! 

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113 - Mad Chatter: A Discussion of Reviews, News, and Personal Views!
04/06/2026

It's a free for all in this episode, as the team talks about anything and everything they feel like when it comes to news, reviews, and personal views!

Like what you hear? Come check us out, and join our Magic Mafia family, at patreon.com/wtmhpodcast

Let us know if you enjoyed the episode, and happy listening!

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112 - Going Once, Going Twice, SOLD! WTMH Auction Episode
03/30/2026

Back by popular demand, Jarrett hosts another auction episode featuring items, locations, characters, and more from some of your favorite Disney, Universal, and other movies. And don't forget the many twists that can happen in these episodes.....

Feel free to play along with your family and friends!

And if you like what you hear, and want to join our Magic Mafia family, head to patreon.com/wtmhpodcast

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111 - Top 10 Niche Things In The Parks
03/23/2026

People always talk about their favorite rides or snacks in the parks. Well, in this week's episode, Lindsey, Piper, and Jake get very specific, listing their top 10 things to do, see, or hear, in the theme parks!

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110 - March Magicness Selection Show - Favorite Movie Sidekicks!
03/15/2026

Join the team as we announce the selections to our 2026 March Magicness Bracket Challenge, and predict who we think will win the title of Top Movie Sidekick!

Make sure to head to challonge.com/wtmhsidekicks to fill out your bracket by Thursday the 19th at 12pm EST!

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109 - World Showcase Shake Up!
03/09/2026

In this week's episode, Mark leads Jarrett, Jake, Piper, and Magic Mafia member Diana through a draft of EPCOT's World Showcase.

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108 - More Like To..... High School Musical Edition!
03/02/2026

It's time to get the yearbooks out. This week is a "Jakeover" with the Miser Bros! Join Mark, Lindsey, and Jake for a High School Musical themed game where we chat about who would be more likely to fit different categories/titles. 

Enjoy the madness!

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107 - Designing Disney Cruise Ships
02/23/2026

In this week's episode, join Mark, Lindsey, Jake, and Piper as they design their very own themed cruise ships! 

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106 - Keep, Re-Theme, Demolish! A Miser Brother Takeover
02/16/2026

It's a Miser Brothers takeover!! Mark and Lindsey answer some of your questions, and then the challenge begins!

We all remember the classic game "Marry, Kiss, K***"?! Well, we're putting a theme park spin on it! We are heading to each Disney and Universal Park to decide which rides we are keeping as is, which we are re-theming to something else, and which we are demolishing to the ground!

If you like what you hear, and want to become a part of our community, check us out at patreon.com/wtmhpodcast

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105 - Drafting Winter Olympics Teams
02/09/2026

Join Mark, Lindsey, Piper, and Jake for a character draft building some Winter Olympic event teams! We had so much fun through the process, couple of loose cannons in this one! Please enjoy!


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