<![CDATA[Coasters & Culture]]>Mon, 16 Jan 2023 15:02:06 +0000Captivate.fmCoastersandCulture.comhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/8657eb51-0bf7-467d-88ea-fc0bc63b59f7/9-V8qZgmFQtgfbn7DxHNKjcB.jpgCoasters & CultureCoastersandCulture.comCoastersandCulture.comRex and Philip discuss theme parks, roller coasters, culture, and whatever else is on their minds!https://www.coastersandculture.comnoepisodichttps://feeds.captivate.fm/coastersandculture/Confess, Fletch Trailer Reaction and Scareactor PronunciationConfess, Fletch Trailer Reaction and Scareactor PronunciationRex and Phil react to the latest Confess, Fletch trailer and briefly discuss the pronunciation of "Scareactor" for HHN.

]]>Rex and Phil react to the latest Confess, Fletch trailer and briefly discuss the pronunciation of "Scareactor" for HHN.

]]>27abbae1-aec5-4ac4-93bc-d563b3f42607Tue, 20 Sep 2022 22:22:00 -050019:16nofull29CoastersandCulture.comExtreme Confusion about the Space 220 Menu!Extreme Confusion about the Space 220 Menu!Rex and the Beast spend this episode looking over the Space 220 menu in real-time and, well, confusion ensues!

]]>Rex and the Beast spend this episode looking over the Space 220 menu in real-time and, well, confusion ensues!

]]>f55fe77b-2d25-4f0f-b2f6-42f814559225Fri, 17 Sep 2021 17:13:00 -050038:45nofull28RexandtheBeast.comHHN 24 and 25 Mazes RankedHHN 24 and 25 Mazes RankedThe guys continue their quest to place every Halloween Horror Nights maze since 2003 into one of four tiers. This episode they discuss two incredible years - HHN 24 and 25!

]]>The guys continue their quest to place every Halloween Horror Nights maze since 2003 into one of four tiers. This episode they discuss two incredible years - HHN 24 and 25!

]]>08e497e3-d10c-4899-a679-b54f52c86ee1Mon, 09 Aug 2021 23:40:00 -050043:18nofull27RexandtheBeast.comOur Thoughts on the VelociCoasterOur Thoughts on the VelociCoasterRex and the Beast offer their initial thoughts on the VelociCoaster.

]]>Rex and the Beast offer their initial thoughts on the VelociCoaster.

]]>73e524b6-0c5d-4eff-be8e-63e4f31406f4Mon, 02 Aug 2021 23:35:00 -050017:23nofull26RexandtheBeast.comRex and the Beast Interview Steven Goodwin, Former CEO of Hard Rock ParkRex and the Beast Interview Steven Goodwin, Former CEO of Hard Rock ParkIn 2016, RexandtheBeast.com was thrilled to conduct a rare interview with the former CEO of Hard Rock Park, Steven Goodwin. Due to a change in our podcast hosting and other factors, that audio was no longer available on our website. After noticing that interest in Hard Rock Park has recently surfaced, and after the use of our video in a recent Bright Sun Films showcasing Hard Rock Park, we wanted to make that interview available again for our listeners. Enjoy!

]]>In 2016, RexandtheBeast.com was thrilled to conduct a rare interview with the former CEO of Hard Rock Park, Steven Goodwin. Due to a change in our podcast hosting and other factors, that audio was no longer available on our website. After noticing that interest in Hard Rock Park has recently surfaced, and after the use of our video in a recent Bright Sun Films showcasing Hard Rock Park, we wanted to make that interview available again for our listeners. Enjoy!

]]>cbe33970-76a1-430b-ac20-5e2c180d9b84Tue, 20 Jul 2021 21:51:00 -050047:08nofull25RexandtheBeast.comRoyal Pacific Check-In IssuesRoyal Pacific Check-In IssuesRex and the Beast are in Orlando, FL with their families and spent a day at the Universal Orlando Resort. A very slow check-in process at the Royal Pacific Resort caught our eye. We also respond to the announcement of The Haunting of Hill House for HHN 30!

]]>Rex and the Beast are in Orlando, FL with their families and spent a day at the Universal Orlando Resort. A very slow check-in process at the Royal Pacific Resort caught our eye. We also respond to the announcement of The Haunting of Hill House for HHN 30!

]]>8cbee5e2-cfa9-4739-9446-c7f59e0ad1c3Fri, 09 Jul 2021 18:06:00 -050020:30nofull24RexandtheBeast.comThe Scariest Attraction at the Walt Disney World Resort?The Scariest Attraction at the Walt Disney World Resort?Rex and the Beast discuss what they consider to be the scariest attraction at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Also, a reminder of what "EV" stands for and how it is present throughout the Orlando parks.

]]>Rex and the Beast discuss what they consider to be the scariest attraction at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Also, a reminder of what "EV" stands for and how it is present throughout the Orlando parks.

]]>1a21f4d7-cbb3-40de-afd5-a367b6b6726eMon, 05 Apr 2021 14:58:00 -050029:13nofull23RexandtheBeast.comDiscussing My Disney Experience For AprilDiscussing My Disney Experience For AprilRex and the Beast open their "My Disney Experience" app and discuss their upcoming trip to Disney World. Join the Journey!

]]>Rex and the Beast open their "My Disney Experience" app and discuss their upcoming trip to Disney World. Join the Journey!

]]>ba9da545-9f26-4da0-9b1e-74c5f831292dMon, 29 Mar 2021 14:51:00 -050025:19nofull22RexandtheBeast.comHoosiers, Paul Stanley, and Na'vi River JourneyHoosiers, Paul Stanley, and Na'vi River JourneyWhere else can you listen to a discussion on the Na'vi River Journey at Animal Kingdom, Paul Stanley's new R&B album called "Now and Then", and an interpretation of the greatest sports movie of all time? Only right here at RexandtheBeast.com with our Coasters and Culture Podcast!

]]>Where else can you listen to a discussion on the Na'vi River Journey at Animal Kingdom, Paul Stanley's new R&B album called "Now and Then", and an interpretation of the greatest sports movie of all time? Only right here at RexandtheBeast.com with our Coasters and Culture Podcast!

]]>2fc375e1-5f91-4fee-8c5f-43d7e9f503c4Mon, 22 Mar 2021 16:14:00 -050036:53nofull21RexandtheBeast.comRight or Wrong? RATB Respond to 3 QuestionsRight or Wrong? RATB Respond to 3 QuestionsOn their latest podcast, Rex and the Beast engage in a "Right or Wrong" segment. The questions to be answered are:

Right or Wrong....

  1. The Cabana Bay Beach Resort has rooms with the best view in Orlando looking out over Volcano Bay. (02:38)
  2. Halloween Horror Nights 30 will be the largest attendance to date for their Halloween event. (08:44)
  3. The Harmonious structures at Epcot ruin the view of the World Showcase Lagoon. (14:40)
  4. RATB will enjoy Rise of the Resistance more than Flight of Passage. (22:43)

]]>On their latest podcast, Rex and the Beast engage in a "Right or Wrong" segment. The questions to be answered are:

Right or Wrong....

  1. The Cabana Bay Beach Resort has rooms with the best view in Orlando looking out over Volcano Bay. (02:38)
  2. Halloween Horror Nights 30 will be the largest attendance to date for their Halloween event. (08:44)
  3. The Harmonious structures at Epcot ruin the view of the World Showcase Lagoon. (14:40)
  4. RATB will enjoy Rise of the Resistance more than Flight of Passage. (22:43)

]]>316b2208-dd4b-42a1-a953-b9c86c069da3Mon, 15 Mar 2021 07:00:00 -050034:31nofull20RexandtheBeast.comRex Responds to the Velocicoaster!Rex Responds to the Velocicoaster!Rex responds to a question concerning the Velocicoaster at Islands of Adventure in Florida!

]]>Rex responds to a question concerning the Velocicoaster at Islands of Adventure in Florida!

]]>31451926-1c1d-41be-8409-8c801f5f7a35Tue, 02 Mar 2021 23:42:00 -050002:21nofull19RexandtheBeast.comRanking Mazes from HHN 22 & 23Ranking Mazes from HHN 22 & 23Rex and the Beast discuss every maze from Halloween Horror Nights 22 and 23 and place them in their custom 4-tier ranking system. A discussion of Fleetwood Mac also ensues!

]]>Rex and the Beast discuss every maze from Halloween Horror Nights 22 and 23 and place them in their custom 4-tier ranking system. A discussion of Fleetwood Mac also ensues!

]]>3fd7fb45-3a1b-40c2-b73c-7dc9a852940bMon, 18 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -050050:22nofull18RexandtheBeast.comRanking Mazes From HHN 19 & 20Ranking Mazes From HHN 19 & 20What do Rex and the Beast think about Halloween Horror Nights 19 and 20? In this episode, the guys rank every maze from those two years and place them in their 4-Tier HHN ranking system. Join the Journey!

]]>What do Rex and the Beast think about Halloween Horror Nights 19 and 20? In this episode, the guys rank every maze from those two years and place them in their 4-Tier HHN ranking system. Join the Journey!

]]>ebc8fffc-1775-47e9-9015-78e042b12dc4Mon, 28 Sep 2020 06:00:00 -050046:52nofull17RexandtheBeast.comRanking Mazes From Halloween Horror Nights 17 & 18Ranking Mazes From Halloween Horror Nights 17 & 18Rex and the Beast continue their quest to rank every maze from Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando, FL since their first event in 2003. On the show today, the guys discuss HHN 17 and 18. The program takes a twist when Rex informs the Beast that the Michael Myers house is up for lease in California.

Time Stamps:

HHN 17 Houses Ranked (04:50)

HHN 18 Houses Ranked (20:50)

Michael Myers House Lease (34:22)

Join The Journey!

]]>Rex and the Beast continue their quest to rank every maze from Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando, FL since their first event in 2003. On the show today, the guys discuss HHN 17 and 18. The program takes a twist when Rex informs the Beast that the Michael Myers house is up for lease in California.

Time Stamps:

HHN 17 Houses Ranked (04:50)

HHN 18 Houses Ranked (20:50)

Michael Myers House Lease (34:22)

Join The Journey!

]]>ea7b5e86-2754-4b33-a8e0-2358687b6b1eWed, 23 Sep 2020 06:00:00 -050047:07nofull16RexandtheBeast.comDoes Orion At King's Island Get The Thumbs Up From RATB?Does Orion At King's Island Get The Thumbs Up From RATB?King's Island is one of RATB's favorite theme parks and the guys were able to experience the new giga coaster "Orion" during a recent visit. Listen to the show to hear about a July 31, 2020 trip report and see if they give the new thrill ride a thumbs up!

Time Stamps:

Frida & Phil Collins (00:50)

Orion Initial Thoughts (03:45)

Banshee & Getting Old (12:20)

Mystic Timbers (15:40)

The Beast Legend (18:00)

HHN Cancelled (30:30)

Capitalism and Collectibles (34:10)

Disney Quest Remembered (41:15)

]]>King's Island is one of RATB's favorite theme parks and the guys were able to experience the new giga coaster "Orion" during a recent visit. Listen to the show to hear about a July 31, 2020 trip report and see if they give the new thrill ride a thumbs up!

Time Stamps:

Frida & Phil Collins (00:50)

Orion Initial Thoughts (03:45)

Banshee & Getting Old (12:20)

Mystic Timbers (15:40)

The Beast Legend (18:00)

HHN Cancelled (30:30)

Capitalism and Collectibles (34:10)

Disney Quest Remembered (41:15)

]]>4cd99f21-5086-417f-980b-c7bfecdfa42dFri, 18 Sep 2020 06:00:00 -050045:26nofull15RexandtheBeast.comRanking Mazes From HHN 15 & 16Ranking Mazes From HHN 15 & 16Rex and the Beast continue their quest to rank every maze from Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando, FL since their first event in 2003. On the show today, the guys discuss HHN 15 and 16, and determine that HHN 16 is one of the weaker years for Halloween Horror Nights. Journey the Journey and Join the Discussion!

Time Stamps:

Review of the 4-Tier System (00.55)

Summary of HHN 15 (04:40)

HHN 15 Mazes (06:18)

HHN 16 Mazes (26:25)

]]>Rex and the Beast continue their quest to rank every maze from Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando, FL since their first event in 2003. On the show today, the guys discuss HHN 15 and 16, and determine that HHN 16 is one of the weaker years for Halloween Horror Nights. Journey the Journey and Join the Discussion!

Time Stamps:

Review of the 4-Tier System (00.55)

Summary of HHN 15 (04:40)

HHN 15 Mazes (06:18)

HHN 16 Mazes (26:25)

]]>067d0b53-a3b9-4c37-b4d1-35591f8f8029Tue, 15 Sep 2020 06:00:00 -050043:59nofull14RexandtheBeast.comDeveloping A Tier System for Halloween Horror Nights Part 1Developing A Tier System for Halloween Horror Nights Part 1Rex and the Beast develop a four-tier ranking system for all houses since Halloween Horror Nights 13 (2003). In this episode, the guys discuss HHN 13 and 14. Join the Journey and let us know what you think!

]]>Rex and the Beast develop a four-tier ranking system for all houses since Halloween Horror Nights 13 (2003). In this episode, the guys discuss HHN 13 and 14. Join the Journey and let us know what you think!

]]>76aed6ed-47a6-4ba4-9779-a70b4a1a4321Tue, 08 Sep 2020 23:35:00 -050042:19nofull13RexandtheBeast.comCoasters & Culture Podcast #12Coasters & Culture Podcast #12https://www.rexandthebeast.com/?p=2271Sat, 18 Jan 2020 04:56:24 -050047:19nofullWhat do Rex and the Beast think about Hagrid's Motorbike Adventure?RexandtheBeast.comCoasters & Culture Podcast #11 // Epcot ForeverCoasters & Culture Podcast #11 // Epcot Foreverhttps://www.rexandthebeast.com/?p=2265Fri, 04 Oct 2019 21:43:04 -050037:22nofullThe guys discuss Epcot Forever, the recent firing of a Universal Studios employee...RexandtheBeast.comHalloween Horror Nights 29 DiscussionHalloween Horror Nights 29 Discussionhttps://www.rexandthebeast.com/?p=2260Wed, 25 Sep 2019 00:17:46 -050053:56nofullThe guys discuss their recent trip to Halloween Horror Nights 29...RexandtheBeast.com“Found Footage” Universal Escape“Found Footage” Universal Escapehttps://www.rexandthebeast.com/?p=2252Tue, 20 Aug 2019 18:45:35 -050021:43nofull"Found footage" from a trip to Universal Studios in early 2000...RexandtheBeast.comRight or wrong? HHN Gets Better Every Year?Right or wrong? HHN Gets Better Every Year?https://www.rexandthebeast.com/?p=2249Tue, 13 Aug 2019 02:10:13 -050044:07nofullAnother great "Right or Wrong" episode on the podcast!RexandtheBeast.comCoasters & Culture – Galaxy’s EdgeCoasters & Culture – Galaxy’s Edgehttps://www.rexandthebeast.com/?p=2245Sat, 08 Jun 2019 01:19:41 -050047:19nofullSeth Kuberky is our guest as we talk about Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge...RexandtheBeast.comCoasters & Culture: Terminator TrailerCoasters & Culture: Terminator Trailerhttps://www.rexandthebeast.com/?p=2238Thu, 23 May 2019 22:36:02 -050043:03nofullThe Terminator: Dark Fate official trailer has dropped...RexandtheBeast.comCoasters & Culture #5Coasters & Culture #5https://www.rexandthebeast.com/?p=2231Sat, 02 Mar 2019 03:56:06 -050044:10nofullSubscribe to the Podcast:  iTunes | Android | RSS Coasters & Culture Episode 5 A ton of theme park news was released this week, so the guys discuss their thoughts on new Galaxy’s Edge photos, the ongoing discussion concerning Skyplex in Orlando, and the Dark Arts show at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. In...RexandtheBeast.comC&C – Las Vegas ReviewC&C – Las Vegas Reviewhttps://www.rexandthebeast.com/?p=2224Fri, 22 Feb 2019 17:32:12 -050031:10nofullSubscribe to the Podcast:  iTunes | Android | RSS Coasters & Culture Episode 4 Listen to Rex and the Beast discuss their recent trip to Las Vegas, including thoughts on David Copperfield, The Big Apple Coaster, The Void Virtual Reality, and KISS.RexandtheBeast.comCoasters & Culture – The Las Vegas TripCoasters & Culture – The Las Vegas Triphttps://www.rexandthebeast.com/?p=2216Sat, 09 Feb 2019 05:30:37 -050041:10nofullSubscribe to the Podcast:  iTunes | Android | RSS Coasters & Culture Episode 3 Rex and the Beast are off to Vegas next week and the guys discuss all the exciting things they will be involved in – including a Kiss concert, David Copperfield, and really good food!RexandtheBeast.com