The 3028: Theme Park History & Pop Culture Listory

Matt Parrish and Kevin Quigley

The Thirty20Eight is a show about Disney History, Disney Listory and News. We are dedicated to the discussion and oral preservation of Disney history and its cultural influences.

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375 episodes
Updated July 19

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July 19 · 1 hr 47 min
Thirty20Eight #370 - Disney Stained Glasstory!
Matt and Kevin tour Disney theme parks and point out the most magical stained glass! SUPPORT THE SHOW! For access to EXCLUSIVE SHOWS! a private Discord with 3028 listeners, polls for new show ideas, blogs, and more, sign up for the 3028 Patreon today! To support the 3028 Episode Guide/Podcast Book - check out our remaining tiers! To donate to the show, check out our Venmo and Paypal.
July 7 · 1 hr 20 min
Thirty20Eight #369 - Before the Birds Sang Words: A Tiki Tiki Tiki Tiki Tiki Chat
Matt and Kevin are joined by author and animator Ken Bruce to discuss the origins of Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room and his new book on the subject. SUPPORT THE BOOK! Thank you so much for supporting the 3028 Episode Guide WRIT LARGE! To receive a signed copy of the book, snag a 3028 t-shirt, and get in on more book perks, sign up now before all of the spots are FULL! For access to secret shows, blogs, a private discord and more - JOIN US ON PATREON!
June 23 · 1 hr 5 min
Thirty20Eight #368 - Two Coffee Dad Returns to Walt Disney World! (a trip report)
Matt and Kevin look back on Matt's recent tour of the latest from Walt Disney World, including updates at Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin, Rock n Roller Coaster featuring the Muppets, Zootopia 3-D in the Tree of Life, and more! SUPPORT THE BOOK! If you love the 3028 and you want the TAKE HOME version, help support the 3028 Episode Guide Book - it's like a tour of the show featuring new essays, blogs, episode thoughts and more! Support one of our many tiers and access free shows and more for yourself! JOIN THE PATREON! For access to over 30 exclusive shows, blogs, a private discord and other fun treats, join us on Patreon!
June 16 · 1 hr 27 min
Thirty20Eight #367 - Disney Parks Background Music!
Matt and Kevin dive into the surprising history of background music at Disneyland and additional Disney theme parks. SUPPORT THE BOOK! That's right! If you're a listener of the 3028 and want to support the 3028 Episode Guide, you can do so now through early August via one of our many tiers. GET ACCESS TO EXCLUSIVE SHOWS! For a direct link to exclusive shows, the 3028 discord, polls, secret blogs and more, sign up now!
June 5 · 51 min
Thirty20Eight #366 - 3028: THE BOOK! THE SHOW! (and Disney Bookstory)
Matt and Kevin are back with an all new ANNOUNCEMENT! and a look back on the Disney books that made us. Sign up for SUPER EXCLUSIVE SHOWS! For access to exclusive blogs, polls, never-before-heard 3028 episodes, a private discord for listeners and more, join us on PATREON! This is where you can also access all things 3028 THE BOOK, hitting shelves in 2027! If you want to leave a one-time donation for Matt and Kevin, you can do that via VENMO or PAYPAL!
May 29 · 2 hr
Thirty20Eight #365 (S9:E26) I'll Be Right Here (Universal Series - E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial)
Matt and Kevin wrap Season 9 of the 3028 and the Universal film/theme park series with a look back at a quintessential 80s phenomenon and fan favorite, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial. GET EXCLUSIVE SHOWS! For even more from your friends at the 3028, including exclusive shows, a private discord, exclusive blogs, polls for the show, and more - JOIN US ON PATREON! Club28 is now open...ALWAYS! For an exclusive show created just for you, click here! Donations are welcome via VENMO or PAYPAL. And for the best in graphic design for your business or podcast, check out Kevin's portfolio for a free, no-obligation quote.
April 28 · 1 hr 40 min
Thirty20Eight #364 (S9:E25) The Golden Age of Disney's California Adventure - DCA 2.0 Series (part 5)
Matt and Kevin wrap their DCA 2.0 series with a look back at the golden era of Disney's California Adventure before the shift to Pixar Pier and the removal of Disney's Red Car. JOIN US ON PATREON! For access to over 25 exclusive, secret shows, blogs, polls, a private discord and more, join us on Patreon. If your blog, podcast, or business needs a fresh logo, see Kevin's portfolio for a free, no-obligation quote.
April 3 · 1 hr 33 min
Thirty20Eight #363 (S9:E24) Exit Through the Gift Shop
Matt and Kevin explore captivating post-attraction gift shops that help expand attractions at Disney theme parks. JOIN US ON PATREON! For exclusive access to over 24 secret shows, a private discord, blogs, and more, join us on Patreon! You may also donate to the show on VENMO or PAYPAL. And for graphic design help, podcast logos, business logos, and more, check out Kevin's portfolio!
March 17 · 1 hr 42 min
Thirty20Eight #362 (S9:E23) Jurassic Park's Never-Built Jeep Safari (Universal Series - Jurassic Park)
Matt and Kevin relive the Jurassic Park adventure in bookstores and theaters and examine a never-built Jurassic Jeep Safari planned for Universal Studios Islands of Adventure. JOIN US ON PATREON! For over 25 exclusive, secret shows, a private blog, a private discord, polls, and more, join our patreon for even more 3028! You can also leave a one-time donation via VENMO or PAYPAL. And if you're in need of graphic design help for your business or podcast, check out Kevin's portfolio!
March 6 · 1 hr 3 min
Thirty20Eight #361 (S9:E22) Disneyland's Rancho del Zocalo and Zocalo Park
Matt and Kevin reserach the rich history that shaped Disneyland's Rancho del Zocalo and Zocalo Park in Frontierland. JOIN US ON PATREON! For access to never-before heard episodes of the 3028, secret polls and blogs, a private discord, and more, join us on Patreon! You can also support the show with a one-time donation on VENMO or PAYPAL. And for podcast logos, book covers, business logos, and more, see Kevin's portfolio!
February 20 · 1 hr 9 min
Thirty20Eight #360 (S9:E21) Disney's Car Land: DCA 2.0 Series (part 4)
Matt and Kevin cruise through the backstory of Disney's California Adventure Car Land - the antecedent for DCA's Cars Land and first big expansion idea for the theme park. SUPPORT US ON PATREON! For access to over 25! EXCLUSIVE shows, a private discord, blogs from Kevin and Matt, show polls and more, support us on Patreon! If you're in need of graphic design help or podcast logos, see Kevin's portfolio for a free, no-obligation quote. To leave a one-time donation to the 3028, you may do so via VENMO or PAYPAL.
February 4 · 1 hr 16 min
Thirty20Eight #359 (S9:E20) Well...It's Disney Wellology!
Matt and Kevin bring LISTORY back to the 3028 and dig around Disney theme parks and resorts for the most thematic water wells. JOIN US ON PATREON! For access to EXCLUSIVE shows, a private Discord with Matt and Kevin, exclusive blogs, polls and more...join on Patreon! You can also support the 3028 with a one time donation to the show via VENMO or PAYPAL. And for your graphic design needs and a free, no-obligation quote, see Kevin's portfolio!
January 22 · 1 hr 15 min
Thirty20Eight #358 (S9:E19) Touring Tokyo Disneyland: Where Dreams Come True!
Matt and Kevin are joined by jetsetter Turkey Leg Jeff to tour around Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo Disney Sea. JOIN US ON PATREON! For access to over TWENTY exclusive shows, a private discord, blogs, and more, join the 3028 gang on Patreon! If you wish to leave a one-time donation, you can still do that via VENMO or PAYPAL. And if you're in need of graphic design help for your business or personal pod, check out Kevin's portfolio for a free, no-obligation quote!
January 6 · 1 hr 46 min
Thirty20Eight #357 (S9:E18) T2: A Battle Across Time (Universal Series - Terminator)
Matt and Kevin time travel back to fight the T-1 MILLION on the T2-3D: A Battle Across Time attraction at Universal Studios and look back on the Terminator franchise that informed the show. JOIN OUR PATREON! For access to over 20 exclusive, never-heard-before shows, a private discord with Matt and Kevin, blogs, and more, sign up for one of our THREE Patreon tiers! You can also donate to the show via PAYPAL or VENMO. Or if you're in need of graphic design help, check out Kevin's portfolio!
Dec 26, 2025 · 1 hr 16 min
Thirty20Eight #356 (S9:E17) Disneyland's Light Tragic! (a Disney worst attraction show)
Matt and Kevin look back at one of the worst Disney attracitons in history, a short-lived streetacular to replace the Main Stree Electrical Parade - Light Magic! SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON! Now is the best time to support the 3028 because you can get access to a private discord with Matt and Kevin, exclusive shows recorded only for members, shoutouts on the show, and more! If you want to leave a one-time donation, you may do so via VENMO or PAYPAL. And if you need graphic design help for your business or podcast, check out Kevin's portfolio.
Dec 12, 2025 · 2 hr 3 min
Thirty20Eight #355 (S9:E16) The Frog Princess: Disney's Return to Hand-Drawn Art (a princess series joint!)
Matt and Kevin look back at the history of Disney's Princess and the Frog, including historical, economic, social, and cultural conflicts that define the film. SUPPORT THE SHOW! For even MORE episodes of the 3028, support us on Patreon! Exclusive shows, a private discord with Matt and Kevin, blogs, and more are one click away. You can still leave a one time donation at Venmo or Paypal. And if you're in need of graphic design for your business or podcast, check out Kevin's portfolio!
Nov 27, 2025 · 1 hr 19 min
Thirty20Eight #354 (S9:E15) How to Tokyo Disneyland (a trip report!)
Matt and Kevin are joined by Turkey Leg Jeff for a special holiday episode of the 3028 to discuss planning the easiest possible trip to Tokyo Disneyland. GET EXCLUSIVE EPISODES! Dive into our trove of secret shows and a private discord by supporting the 3028 on PATREON! Exclusive blogs, shows, polls, and more are available now! If you want to leave a one-time donation to the 3028, check out our VENMO and PAYPAL. And for graphic design for your podcast or business, see Kevin's portfolio.
Nov 7, 2025 · 1 hr 44 min
Thirty20Eight #353 (S9:E14) Iger's Rededication of Disney's California Adventure: DCA 2.0 (part 3)
Matt and Kevin look back on the history of Eisner, Wells, and Katzenburg, the lead-up to California Adventure, the DCA refurb announcement, and all of the early changes that transformed the theme park before 2012. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Want access to EVEN MORE 3028 episodes? Sign up for our Patreon and get access to secret shows, a private discord with Matt and Kevin, blogs, and more! If you want to leave a one-time donation, you may do so via VENMO and PAYPAL. And for graphic design help for your business or pod, see Kevin's portfolio for a free, no-obligation quote!
Oct 19, 2025 · 1 hr 9 min
Thirty20Eight #352 (S9:E13) So Take Me To Florida! (Kevin's WDW Trip Report)
Matt and Kevin look back on Kevin's stay at Port Orleans Riverside and his trip through the Walt Disney World resort. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Right now is the best time to support the 3028 via Patreon because you can receive up to TWO free shows per month, exclusive to supporters. Choose from the three tiers to receive name mentions on the show, exclusive content, access to a private discord with other 3028 listeners, and more! You can still make a one-time donation via PAYPAL or VENMO if you don't like free shows. Or support Kevin by commissioning him for graphic design. Get a free, no-obligation quote here!
Oct 9, 2025 · 1 hr 1 min
Thirty20Eight #351 (S9:E12) Disney's Spooky Shops & Boo'tiques!
Matt and Kevin take a scary look at spooky shops and bootiques that live year-round in Disney theme parks. For access to EXCLUSIVE shows, a private discover, blogs from Kevin and Matt and more, join the 3028 PATREON right now! If you want to make a one time donation, you can do so via VENMO or PAYPAL. And for expert graphic design work for your business or pod, see Kevin's portfolio for a free, no-obligation quote.

The 3028: Theme Park History & Pop Culture Listory

Thirty20Eight #370 - Disney Stained Glasstory!

Thirty20Eight #369 - Before the Birds Sang Words: A Tiki Tiki Tiki Tiki Tiki Chat

Thirty20Eight #368 - Two Coffee Dad Returns to Walt Disney World! (a trip report)

Thirty20Eight #367 - Disney Parks Background Music!

Thirty20Eight #366 - 3028: THE BOOK! THE SHOW! (and Disney Bookstory)

Thirty20Eight #365 (S9:E26) I'll Be Right Here (Universal Series - E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial)

Thirty20Eight #364 (S9:E25) The Golden Age of Disney's California Adventure - DCA 2.0 Series (part 5)

Thirty20Eight #363 (S9:E24) Exit Through the Gift Shop

Thirty20Eight #362 (S9:E23) Jurassic Park's Never-Built Jeep Safari (Universal Series - Jurassic Park)

Thirty20Eight #361 (S9:E22) Disneyland's Rancho del Zocalo and Zocalo Park

Thirty20Eight #360 (S9:E21) Disney's Car Land: DCA 2.0 Series (part 4)

Thirty20Eight #359 (S9:E20) Well...It's Disney Wellology!

Thirty20Eight #358 (S9:E19) Touring Tokyo Disneyland: Where Dreams Come True!

Thirty20Eight #357 (S9:E18) T2: A Battle Across Time (Universal Series - Terminator)

Thirty20Eight #356 (S9:E17) Disneyland's Light Tragic! (a Disney worst attraction show)

Thirty20Eight #355 (S9:E16) The Frog Princess: Disney's Return to Hand-Drawn Art (a princess series joint!)

Thirty20Eight #354 (S9:E15) How to Tokyo Disneyland (a trip report!)

Thirty20Eight #353 (S9:E14) Iger's Rededication of Disney's California Adventure: DCA 2.0 (part 3)

Thirty20Eight #352 (S9:E13) So Take Me To Florida! (Kevin's WDW Trip Report)

Thirty20Eight #351 (S9:E12) Disney's Spooky Shops & Boo'tiques!