Episode 217: Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival & Halloween Horror Nights 33 Night 1

2024-09-02

Summary In this episode of the Monday Morning Monorail podcast, the Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss the start of the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival and their favorite food and drink options. They also mention the Eat to the Beat concert series and the different acts performing throughout the festival. In the second half of the show, Justin shares his experience attending night 1 of Halloween Horror Nights 33. They discuss the changes to the stay and scream process, the scare factor of the Insidious and...

Summary

In this episode of the Monday Morning Monorail podcast, the Justin, Landon and Stephers discuss the start of the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival and their favorite food and drink options. They also mention the Eat to the Beat concert series and the different acts performing throughout the festival. In the second half of the show, Justin shares his experience attending night 1 of Halloween Horror Nights 33. They discuss the changes to the stay and scream process, the scare factor of the Insidious and Ghostbusters houses, and the overall atmosphere of the event.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Lighthearted Banter
00:56 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival
04:10 Eat to the Beat Concert Series
07:06 The Muppets Brewing Lab and Merchandise
15:02 Coastal Eats: Seafood Delights
17:57 Fry Flight at the Fry Basket
18:54 Exploring the Culinary Delights of the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
22:12 Do it for the gram, do it for the talk, do it for the vine
25:18 The Underwhelming Design of Communicore Hall as a Festival Center
28:20 Family-Friendly Activities and Offerings at the Food & Wine Festival
29:42 Finding the Perfect Balance: Food, Drinks, and Sit-Down Dining at the Festival
36:23 Epcot Atmosphere and Theming
39:46 Universal's Mega Movie Parade
44:48 Challenges with Stay and Scream at Halloween Horror Nights
56:17 Highlights of Insidious and Ghostbusters Houses at Halloween Horror Nights
01:02:41 Favorite Houses, Scare Zones, and Food Options
01:07:04 Scary and Fun Experiences in the Houses and Scare Zones
01:08:50 Delicious Food Options to Try
01:18:12 Most and Least Anticipated Houses
01:24:25 Future Plans for Halloween Horror Nights