The Light Em And Hide Theme Park Podcast

I walked in and recorded this live on Main Street USA right by the tree while the Dapper Dans were singing Christmas carols. It's early November and the holiday feel is already there, so I figured I'd just hit record and talk through what's going on.

I also give you the actual times to get there before it gets too crowded. If you're still doing any last-minute travel planning, this should help you avoid the worst of it.

That's the whole episode. Park audio, the Dapper Dans, the tree, and the practical stuff.

Take care. Brush your hair.

I walked in and recorded this live on Main Street USA right by the tree while the Dapper Dans were singing Christmas carols. It's early November and the holiday feel is already there, so I figured I'd just hit record and talk through what's going on.

I also give you the actual times to get there before it gets too crowded. If you're still doing any last-minute travel planning, this should help you avoid the worst of it.

That's the whole episode. Park audio, the Dapper Dans, the tree, and the practical stuff.

Take care. Brush your hair.

Live from the new Animation Courtyard at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Eight minutes walking the new statues, the Sorcerer Hat, and the Magic of Disney Animation building. Complete with hugs from characters and much more. Park audio the whole way. This is the best new addition to a Disney park since Galaxy's Edge. Take care. Brush your hair.

Litem and Hide is back. New studio, same show. After a summer in Boston and Cape Cod and a hosting mess that knocked the feed offline, the original podcast is live again. What's next? Disney park reports, trip planning, Big Thunder, Universal, and the family noise you came for. Take care. Brush your hair. @litemandhide

Howdy, partners!

I rode the newly reopened Big Thunder Mountain Railroad on opening day… and then went back for my second ride just one day later.

In this episode, I share: - My raw, immediate second time ride reaction (silky smooth but surprisingly quiet) - The queue details, interactive elements, and why some kids (and parents) were losing it - My updated thoughts after the second ride + seeing more footage - Why I bumped my rating from a B to a B+ / A-minus

Plus park updates: Rock 'n' Roller Coaster is back, the Muppets are rolling, and a preview of the next episode — Summer Survival Guide with shop products to beat the heat.

Real talk from the park, as always.

Take care and brush your hair! ✨

@litemandhide

Live from Magic Kingdom's Frontierland during the opening weeks of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad's 2026 reopening.

We're on-location right after the May 3, 2026 grand reopening following the major mountain-top-to-cavern refurbishment. Hear our raw first-ride impressions, smoother new track, refreshed trains, enhanced effects, lowered height requirement (now 38 inches), updated queue, and all the new magic on the Wildest Ride in the Wilderness.

In this episode:

• First-hand ride reports and multiple run-throughs
• What changed versus the classic Big Thunder Mountain experience
• Current crowd levels, wait times and Frontierland tips
• Nostalgia, surprises and full ride breakdown

Perfect for Disney World fans planning trips in 2026, looking for Big Thunder Mountain reopening details, Magic Kingdom ride updates, or Walt Disney World live reports.

Whether you're chasing that runaway mine train thrill or just love the latest Disney news, saddle up. The mountain is rumbling again. Yeehaw.

Hosted by Litem and Hide. Live from Walt Disney World. May 2026. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Reopening Coverage.

#BigThunderMountain #MagicKingdom #DisneyWorld2026 #BigThunderReopening #WDW

Planning a Walt Disney World trip for late spring or summer 2026? This episode is your complete guide to Cool Kids' Summer 2026 at Walt Disney World (May 26 – September 8).

We break down the must-see new shows, real-world planning tips, Bluey accessibility advice, ride updates, and the best current hotel and ticket deals for both Florida residents and everyone else.

• Jessie's Roundup at Magic Kingdom
• Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! at Hollywood Studios
• GoofyCore at EPCOT
• Bluey's Wild World at Animal Kingdom (with practical tips)

Plus Big Thunder Mountain reopening, Muppets Rock 'n' Roller Coaster news, heat-beating strategies, and money-saving deals.

This episode was recorded live at Epcot Center at 9:06 AM on the Wednesday before Easter. The park was already packed and way times were at 105 minutes. Five minutes after park open to regular guests. I sat down at my favorite bench and thought about how lucky I was to be sitting on a bench at Epcot in the 75° sun, looking at a statue of Walt Disney. My friend and I were able to get on six rides that day and had one of our best days in the park want to hear how tune in and listen we didn't buy lightning lane. We didn't stand in a line for more than 30 minutes and we just made the best of a great day in a very, very crowded Park.

Take care, brush your hair

This episode was recorded live at Epcot Center at 9:06 AM on the Wednesday before Easter. The park was already packed and way times were at 105 minutes. Five minutes after park open to regular guests. I sat down at my favorite bench and thought about how lucky I was to be sitting on a bench at Epcot in the 75° sun, looking at a statue of Walt Disney. My friend and I were able to get on six rides that day and had one of our best days in the park want to hear how tune in and listen we didn't buy lightning lane. We didn't stand in a line for more than 30 minutes and we just made the best of a great day in a very, very crowded Park.

Take care, brush your hair

This episode was recorded live at Epcot Center from the benches shortly after rope drop at 9 AM. In my opinion, the best bench in all of Epcot lies to the left of the Walt Disney statue. I describe where it is and why it's great to sit have coffee and reflect on all the good stuff you have. Also, some travel tips on what to expect during this very very busy spring break and Easter week we got in six rides at Epcot with no lightning lane access and had one heck of a day. Here's how.

take care, brush your hair