Best Hyperion Adventures Podcasts (2025)

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Spooky Season Fun Without the $ Fright 1:01:15

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Spooky Season Fun Without the $ Fright This week, we cross over into the month of October and that means Halloween-Time is in full swing at the Disney Parks. While we dearly love the Halloween Parties, they can be quite pricey and sometimes that's just not an option. So, this week, we're exploring ways for you to enjoy some Spooky Season Fun Withou…

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Episode 260: Matt Parrish from the 3028 Podcast Part 1 20:27

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This week on The Hyperion Hub, we welcome fellow podcaster Matt Parrish! 🌟 You may know him from the long-running Wedway Radio. Now he’s diving deep into Disney history, theme parks and pop culture alongside Kevin Quigley on The 3028 Podcast. We’ll even chat about the story behind that unique name! Plus, we’re thrilled to talk about the upcoming Le…

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Our September Walt Disney World Adventure 1:27:18

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Our September Walt Disney World Adventure Last weekend, we journeyed over to The Most Magical Place On Earth for a long weekend and, this week, we're telling you all about it. That's right! We're discussing Our September Walt Disney World Adventure. We share details of our visit to sample some tasty treats at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Fes…

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Highlander III: The Sorcerer 2:19:15

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Sam decides to throwback to his roots with a recap of the 1994 banger Highlander III: The Sorcerer. Or The Final Dimension. Or The Final Conflict. You decide. Which is actually Highlander II because it doesn’t believe in aliens. Anyway, when Connor MacLeod…you know what, it doesn’t matter because this is the exact plot of the first movie but with l…

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Episode 259: Park Announcements From Destination D23 29:57

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🎙️Park news alert! 🏰 Destination D23 from Walt Disney World brought plenty of updates-from a brand new Walt Disney animatronic coming to the Carousel of Progress to more details on the highly anticipated Villains themed land at Magic Kingdom, plus a fresh rebrand for an overseas park and more! John Redlingshafer shares a story from his Adventures b…

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If You Know, You Know - The Magic of Fantasyland 1:02:30

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If You Know, You Know - The Magic of Fantasyland This week, we're continuing our series of episodes focusing on the special spots within Disney. For this show, we thought we'd spotlight an area that really brings the child-like wonder. Oh yeah! If You Know, You Know - The Magic of Fantasyland. We explore what makes this land possibly the most magic…

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Episode 258: Disney Through The Decades - The 1970s 24:50

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🕰️Turing back the clock to the grooviest decade - the 1970s.✌️ Bell bottoms, disco balls and funkadelic sounds were everywhere. The decade also brought us Disney’s second theme park and a whole new world in Florida. 🎥At the movies, the mouse dominated animation but saw far out challenges in live action leaving many at the company to wonder, “What w…

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From the Show Floor: Our Destination D23 Experience Recap 1:48:09

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From the Show Floor: Our Destination D23 Experience Recap Over Labor Day Weekend, we were blessed to get to head to the Walt Disney World Resort for an amazing event discussing many aspects of Disney. And this week, we're telling you all about it as we bring you From the Show Floor: Our Destination D23 Experience Recap. We share many of the details…

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The London Werewolf Adventure (Sweet Valley High) - Part 1 1:15:12

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Danielle brings back a classic with a recap of another Sweet Valley High by Francine Pascal. Shockingly, there are no murder twins in this arc (yet) but there are werewolves (?); so, you win some, you lose some. When Jessica and Elizabeth Wakefield get a summer internship at the London Journal, somehow on the crime beat, they stumble upon a grisly …

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Episode 257: Retired Executive Lighting Designer Ken Lennon Part 2 38:21

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In the second half of our conversation with former executive lighting designer Ken Lennon, he shares insights into his career which brought him to Disney Parks around the world. He also tells the fascinating story about lighting Cars Land in Disney California Adventure. Plus, John, John and Shawn have details about a big event coming to Marceline, …

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Discussing The Origins of Walt Disney's True-Life Adventures with Didier Ghez 1:21:07

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Discussing The Origins of Walt Disney's True-Life Adventures with Didier Ghez This week, we're blessed to have one of our favorite guests return to the podcast; author & historian Didier Ghez. You may remember the last time he was on the show, he was joined by his co-authors J.B. Kaufman & Ted Thomas to talk all about Walt Disney and El Grupo in La…

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Episode 256: Retired Executive Lighting Designer Ken Lennon Part 1 34:25

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He paints with light and shadow but his canvas isn’t on a traditional easel. 🎨💡Former Imagineer and lighting designer Ken Lennon has helped light scenes, attractions and lands in Disney Parks across the globe. 🌟Hear how he got his start, what inspired him and how his work continues to brighten the Disney experience for guests worldwide. Thanks for …

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A Totally Awesome Discussion with James Eason-Garcia 1:28:44

1M ago1:28:44

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A Totally Awesome Discussion with James Eason-Garcia This week, we're excited to share with you an interview that is one of our favorites from our more than 7 years of doing this show. We couldn't be more thrilled about the show and this episode's Totally Awesome Discussion with James Eason-Garcia. He's the Co-Executive Producer & Story Editor for …

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Magic Island 1:20:54

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Sam once again digs into his childhood psyche and recaps one of his core memories: the 1995 direct-to-video movie Magic Island. When angsty teen Jack (Zachery Ty Bryan of 90s fame) wants to stick it to his negligent mother, he decides to run away from home. Thankfully, the only loving adult in his life, nanny/housekeeper Lucretia, distracts him wit…

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Episode 255: Disneyland vs Walt Disney World Attractions 30:42

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🎙️It’s showtime and showdown time! We’re putting Disneyland and Walt Disney World head to head in the ultimate attraction debate! Disney fans have gone back and forth for decades and we’re ready to settle it… or maybe stir up more debates. Plus we’ll discuss the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Red…

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Disney Assembling at The Happiest Place On Earth 1:41:17

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Disney Assembling at The Happiest Place On Earth We can't help but be thrilled when our friends visit our old stomping grounds. Our excitement level only increases when it's their first visit or their first in a long time. Both were in play this week for our friends Troy & Mimi from the Disney Assembled podcast. They just returned from a recent Dis…

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Episode 254: Musician Michael Mastroianni 34:57

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🎶Talented multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Michael Mastroianni joins us this week. Guests can hear him tickling the keys all over Walt Disney World including at the iconic Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue at Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. This music director, composer and orchestrator shares his story that began in musical theater. 🎭 Visit mast…

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Our First-Ever Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise Recap 1:37:12

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Our First-Ever Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise Recap If you've been following us, you know we just had the opportunity to take part in a very special Disney Cruise Line sailing and we're excited to tell you all about it. That's right! This week we're sharing Our First-Ever Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise Recap. From the wonderful panels & phe…

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AfrAId 1:34:08

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Danielle pays homage to Sam’s one and only DCOM, Smart House, by bringing the adult horror version to the table with the 2024 movie AfrAId. John Cho and Katherine Waterston (delightfully) star as John Cho and Meredith, parents to three children who are being raised in our technological dystopia. When John Cho’s boss requires him to install a very f…

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Episode 253: 2025 Summer Trips Wrap-Up 40:35

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Join Shawn and John as they share highlights and magical moments from their recent adventures to Disneyland and Walt Disney World! From classic attractions to unexpected surprises, it’s a coast-to-coast Disney parks trip recap. Plus a little history on Donald Duck soft-drinks once proudly bottled in Peoria, IL. Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and…

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If You Know, You Know - Disney Transportation 1:13:31

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If You Know, You Know - Disney Transportation We continue our series about so many wonderful things that make our Disney vacations special that some may take for granted. And, this week, we're discussing the truly amazing ways you get to and from your park visits. That's right because If You Know, You Know - Disney Transportation. We share how the …

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Episode 252: Adventures By Disney - Southern California 2025 Part 2 30:53

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John Redlingshafer's Adventures By Disney trip to Southern California culminates at Disneyland! But before they get to Walt’s park, a few memorable stops at the Walt Disney Studio, the Disney Archives and Disney Imagineering! Then, finally they visit Disneyland for the first time! Get a feel for the parks with audio from Disneyland and Disney Calif…

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Hyperion Hamilton Extravaganza 1:59:00

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Hyperion Hamilton Extravaganza Way back in July of 2024, we promised we'd be celebrating a big anniversary year for our all-time favorite musical. Now, we're fulfilling that promise with our Hyperion Hamilton Extravaganza. We cap-off the #YearOfLin with a fun look at this amazing show that is getting set to celebrate 10 years on Broadway & 5 years …

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The Librarian: Curse of the Judas Chalice 1:38:12

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Sam is thrilled to talk about something unrelated to Hyperion (or is it?) with one of his favorite franchises: Noah Wyle! Sorry, that’s Danielle’s favorite franchise. It’s the 2008 final installment of The Librarian: Curse of the Judas Chalice (yes, that Judas). It’s about vampires! And bible retcons! And opera! When Flynn Carsen (Noah Wyle!) banis…

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Episode 251: Adventures By Disney - Southern California 2025 Part 1 28:53

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Hooray for Hollywood and the Redlingshafers! John and his family begin their Adventures by Disney trip in Southern California. Highlights include visits to Disney’s El Capitan Theater, Walt’s Barn in Griffith Park where a surprise guest made an appearance and the famous Tam O’Shanter restaurant. That and more this week! Hosts John Alois, Shawn Dege…

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If You Know, You Know - Disneyland Deep Cuts 1:25:20

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If You Know, You Know - Disneyland Deep Cuts We've decided to begin a new topic series that we couldn't be more excited about. It focuses on some of the best details in the parks that those who visit the parks regularly are aware of but maybe not everyone else. With The Happiest Place On Earth officially hitting 70 this week, we felt it would be be…

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BONUS: Disneyland's 70th! 2:32

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Happy 70th Anniversary to Disneyland!

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Episode 250: Adventures By Disney Overview - Southern California 2025 24:25

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John Redlingshafer and his family are heading out west and visiting Disneyland for the first time. This week John previews his Adventures by Disney trip from Hollywood! Happy 70th Disneyland! Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Redlingshafer would love to hear from you! Email or send a recorded audio message at [email protected]. Fi…

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Disneyland at 70 - Still The Happiest Place On Earth 1:13:18

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Disneyland at 70 - Still The Happiest Place On Earth We're quickly approaching the 70th birthday of one of our favorite places in the world. As a matter of fact, it's this week! So, this week we can't help but gush all about Disneyland at 70 - Still The Happiest Place On Earth. We share many of the reasons why this is a special place and why, after…

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The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes - Part 2 2:04:12

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Back from our summer break, Danielle finally graces everyone with the finale to the 2020 book The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins. When we last left Coriolanus, he was being called in to rescue Sejanus from the big bad Hunger Games where he was determined to kill himself to make a statement; Coriolanus won’t let him, which in retr…

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Episode 249: Author and Former Imagineer Chris Merritt Part 2 36:13

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Author and former Imagineer Chris Merritt joins us again this week to talk about a new Disneyland coffee table book he and Disney Legend Don Hahn co-wrote. The Happiest Place on Earth: The Incredible Story of Walt Disney’s Disneyland will be available July 15, 2025. Preorder at PenguinRandomHouse.com Chris reveals some secrets about Disneyland. He …

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The Hamilton Recast - With Disney Characters 1:21:01

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The Hamilton Recast - With Disney Characters We hope you've had a wonderful, safe & festive 4th of July Weekend. We celebrated, for the 5th year straight, by rewatching our favorite patriotic musical on Disney+. Of course, we're talking about Hamilton. While experiencing this phenomenal piece of art, we thought, what would it be like if some of our…

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Episode 248: Author and Former Imagineer Chris Merritt Part 1 38:55

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As Disneyland preps for its 70th anniversary a new book looks at the park’s earliest years. The Happiest Place on Earth: The Incredible Story of Walt Disney’s Disneyland from Penguin Random House has over 750 images, previously unpublished documents, and concept drawings. Author and former Imagineer Chris Merritt joins us this week to talk about th…

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Our 7th Anniversary Celebration Show 1:50:31

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Our 7th Anniversary Celebration Show It's hard to believe but here we are. Seven years as a podcast. It's been a heck of a ride and we thought we have a party to mark the occasion. So, Thursday night, we hopped on YouTube, Facebook & Instagram to invite you in live for Our 7th Anniversary Celebration Show. So many of you joined us for the show or s…

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Slugs (Rerun) 2:05:29

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Danielle and Sam are on still on summer break this month, so please enjoy another rerun for some more Spook Retorts in June. We’ll see you in next with brand new nonsense! Spook Retorts is back, and this week Sam shares the 1988 cult horror movie Slugs! When people start dying in mysterious ways in a small town, it’s up to county health inspector M…

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Episode 247: Degenhart Walt Disney World 2025 Trip Part 2 14:12

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Shawn Degenhart’s family trip to Walt Disney World continues! Shawn shares a diary style day-by-day recap. It includes visits to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom and his happy place, Pioneer Hall at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground to see the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart…

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Our Favorite Disney Immersive Dining Settings 1:20:24

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If you know us at all, then you know one of our favorite things to do when we're at Disney is eat. We especially enjoy it when the location we're having our meals within is fun, entertaining and has great food. So, for this week's show, we're going to share some of those spots that we hit regularly during our visits and vacation. That's right! It's…

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Episode 246: Degenhart Walt Disney World 2025 Trip Part 1 14:38

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Shawn Degenhart and family are in Walt Disney World! Shawn has a day-by-day recap of his adventures in Magic Kingdom and EPCOT this week. He has thoughts on Lightning Lane, afternoon breaks and has other takes. Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Redlingshafer would love to hear from you! Email or send a recorded audio message at podcast@the…

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A Weekend of Hellos & Goodbyes - Our June Walt Disney World Visit Recap 1:54:21

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We were lucky enough last week to visit The Most Magical Place On Earth for a quick, about 30 hour, getaway. Even though the time period was short, we packed a lot in and this week we're telling you all about it. We'll discuss A Weekend of Hellos & Goodbyes - Our June Walt Disney World Visit Recap. That's right! We said hello to several new things …

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I Still Know What You Did Last Summer (Rerun) 1:47:36

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Danielle and Sam are on a much needed summer break this month, so please enjoy a rerun of one of our favorites for some Spook Retorts in June. We’ll see you in July with fresh nonsense! In the finale of this year’s Spook Retorts, Danielle shares the 1998 movie I Still Know What You Did Last Summer. If you remember anything about the first I Know Wh…

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Episode 245: Walt Disney's Cinderella in Full Score from Shawn Degenhart Music 30:00

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We’re taking a deep dive into the Cinderella Study Score published by our own Shawn Degenhart. What inspired him to create the book? How was it to work with Disney? What all is included in the book besides the score itself? We’ll also take a closer look at long time composer and Disney Legend Oliver Wallace. Purchase Walt Disney’s Cinderella in Ful…

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Our Unofficial Official Phineas & Ferb Revival Wrap Up Show 1:21:50

4M ago1:21:50

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If you know us then you probably know that we love a little animated show that is making a return this week. We we're so excited for it, that we couldn't wait to talk about it. So, we jumped on YouTube immediately following it's Disney Channel debut to bring you Our Unofficial Official Phineas & Ferb Revival Wrap Up Show. We talk all about the firs…