Nick and Erik are back with an honest, hilarious, and sometimes stinky review of Universal’s brand new EPIC Universe theme park! 🎢✨

From the jaw-dropping lands of Super Nintendo World and the new Wizarding World expansion to the less-than-magical guest services and... an unforgettable sewage smell (yes, really), this episode dives deep into the good, bad, and bizarre of theme park experiences. Erik shares his firsthand impressions of the immersive attractions, Mario Kart madness, and whether Epic Universe is ready to compete with Disney.

Whether you're planning your next visit to Universal or just love hearing about the drama behind the scenes, this episode will leave you laughing, nodding, and maybe plugging your nose. 👃🏽💥

Nick and Erik are back and catching up on everything from birthday celebrations to moving chaos—and a major Disney trip countdown! 🎉🏰

This week, the GBFFs dive deep into the surprising economic shifts happening at Disney Parks. With new tariffs looming and Disney possibly slashing its massive $60 billion investment plan in half, what does this mean for the future of the parks? Will expansions like Magic Kingdom’s new lands survive the cuts? And how are rising ticket prices and sneaky discount models changing the guest experience?

We’re breaking down:

• Disney’s updated “Impact on the American Economy” report

• How tourism and theme parks drive Disney’s revenue

• What the $30 billion reinvestment could (and might not) cover

• Construction updates (Cars Land? Villains Land? 👀)

• Ticket price changes and deal strategies for 2026

• How Universal’s EPIC Universe might shift the theme park landscape

🍸 Plus: Our signature Drink or Drag debate—would you rather get Cars Land, a Villains Land… or neither?!

This is a must-listen for Disney fans, theme park lovers, and anyone curious about what’s next for the House of Mouse. 🎢✨

👉 Stay tuned for Erik’s Walt Disney World trip recap next week!

It’s a sugar rush of an episode, babes! 🍭 Your theme park BFFs Nick and Erik are fresh off a sweet and slightly chaotic trip to Hersheypark—and they’ve got stories. From moving mayhem (including a literal chocolate flood 😅) to ride breakdowns and holiday event hype, this episode is packed with theme park gossip, nostalgia, and laughs.

Expect:

• Our favorite coasters and snacks at Hersheypark 🍫🎢

• What makes the park a hidden gem (especially at Halloween & the holidays)

• How it stacks up to Disney and Universal parks

• And a few wild mishaps along the way (of course 💁‍♂️)

Whether you’re a thrill seeker, a chocoholic, or just here for the theme park vibes, this episode is a sweet escape from start to finish.