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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Jan 22, 2025 · 1 hr 1 min
Thirty20Eight #330 (S8:E24) Epcot's HarmoniUS: A Disney Parks Worst Attraction Show
Matt and Kevin look back on another of Disney's worst attractions - the failed fireworks spectacular, HarmoniUS, at Epcot. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Thank you so much for your 5-star reviews on the Apple podcast app. If you would like to support the show with a donation, please use VENMO or PAYPAL. The 3028 is listener supported! If you're in need of graphic design help or a logo for your business or hobby, visit Kevin's portfolio for a free, no-obligation quote!
Jan 6, 2025 · 1 hr 5 min
Thirty20Eight #329 (S8:E23) Walt Disney's Legends of the Enchanted Island (A Never-Built 1964 World's Fair Attraction)
Matt and Kevin return to their Disney at the 1964 World's Fair series with a look at the never-built Legends of the Enchanted Island attraction presented by Coca-Cola. SUPPORT THE SHOW! It's a new year and we want to thank you for supporting our show. You can leave a monetary donation to Matt and Kevin at any time via VENMO or PAYPAL. Your donations help support the show and show research. Also, if you have graphic design needs, check out Kevin's portfolio for a free, no-obligation quote!
Dec 24, 2024 · 1 hr 26 min
Thirty20Eight #328 (S8:E22) Toy Crazes & Trendz: Christmas Edition!
Matt and Kevin stop by for the holiday season to look back on the biggest Christmas toy crazes and trendzz from the 1950's to now! SUPPORT THE SHOW! If you're feeling charitable this holiday season, you can support the show with a donation via PAYPAL or VENMO at any time. Thank you so much for loving the show. If your business or podcast is in need of graphic design, see Kevin's portfolio and receive a free, no-obligation quote.
Dec 16, 2024 · 58 min
Thirty20Eight #327 (S8:E21) Disney Parks Are Giving Us The Feels! (Touch & Texturology)
Matt and Kevin gently run their hands over the contours of Disney theme parks to bring you TOUCHology! SUPPORT THE SHOW! There's no time like today to help support the show. Please leave a donation for Matt and Kevin via VENMO or PAYPAL at any time! Every bit helps support show costs and research. If you need graphic design work or a logo for a new podcast launch, visit Kevin's PORTFOLIO for a free, no-obligation quote!
Nov 29, 2024 · 1 hr
Thirty20Eight #326 (S8:E20) Two Soup Dads on Disney's FantaSEA (a trip report)
It's the Christmas season on the 3028. This week, join Matt and Kevin as they look back on a recent trip to Walt Disney World for Christmas and aboard the Disney Fantasy! SUPPORT THE SHOW! Every donation to the 3028 helps the show. You can donate to Matt and Kevin via VENMO or PAYPAL at any time. Or email us to sign up for our exclusive Club 28. If you need graphic design work for you business or podcast, visit Kevin's portfolio for a free, no-obligation quote!
Nov 14, 2024 · 1 hr 3 min
Thirty20Eight #325 (S8:E19) A 3028 Minnie Series (Nobody Puts Minnie in the Corner!)
Matt and Kevin continue their unofficial series on the Fab 5 with a look at Minnie's role in Disney history, theme parks, and more! SUPPORT THE SHOW! Help support your favorite friends, Matt and Kevin, with a donation to the show. They are currently accepting donations via PAYPAL and VENMO. Right now, the 3028 is also taking show requests with accopanying donation. Email 3028shop@gmail.com for details! Finally, if you're in need of graphic art for your podcast or business, receive a free, no-obligation quote from Kevin right now!
Nov 5, 2024 · 1 hr 20 min
Thirty20Eight #324 (S8:E18) Disney Direct-To-Video Sequel Club
Matt and Kevin look back on Disney's direct-to-home video fascination in the 1990s and 2000s. SUPPORT THE SHOW! The 3028 is listener supported! If you'd like to make a donation to Matt and Kevin during Season 8, use VENMO or PAYPAL. If you're in need of graphic design for your business or hobby, visit Kevin's portfolio and receive a free, no-obligation quote!
Oct 31, 2024 · 1 hr 5 min
Thirty20Eight #323 (S8:E17) Disney Parks Halloween HYSTERIA!
Matt and Kevin look at the history of Halloween celebrations at Disney theme parks dating back to the 1950's. SUPPORT THE SHOW! The 3028 remains listener supported, so we would love your help with a 5-star review on the Apple Podcast App or a donation via VENMO or PAYPAL. If you're in need of graphic design, check out Kevin's portfolio HERE and receive a free, no-obligation quote for logos and graphics.
Oct 25, 2024 · 1 hr 27 min
Thirty20Eight #322 (S8:E16) A Graveyard Smash: The Monster Mash & Halloween Pop!
Matt and Kevin explore the history of the Monster Mash and Halloween pop songs in America. SUPPORT THE SHOW! The 3028 is now LISTENER SUPPORTED! Please leave a monetary donation for Matt & Kevin via PAYPAL or VENMO. All donations support Matt and Kevin and the research, sound, and production of the 3028. If you're in need of graphic design for your podcast or business, visit Kevin's portfolio here and receive a free, no-obligation quote.
Sep 30, 2024 · 1 hr 23 min
Thirty20Eight #321 (S8:E15) Disney & Ford's Magic Skyway
Matt and Kevin travel back to the 1964 New York World's Fair to take a ride on and explore the history of the Ford Magic Skyway. SUPPORT THE SHOW The 3028 is LISTENER SUPPORTED! If you can make a monetary donation to the 3028 crew, you can do so via VENMO or PAYPAL. For your graphic design or logo needs, click here to see Kevin's portfolio.
Sep 19, 2024 · 1 hr 1 min
Thirty20Eight #320 (S8:E14) Sam's Before Sam's (A Trader Sam's Rewind Adventure)
Matt and Kevin look at the evolution of a place that would eventually house Trader Sam's and Trader Sam's Grog Grotto. SUPPORT THE SHOW! As we journey through Season 8, we want to remind you we are LISTENER SUPPORTED on the 3028! If you can, please leave a monetary donation for Matt and Kevin via VENMO or PAYPAL. You may also leave a glorious 5-star review on the Apple Podcast app (please!). If you're in need of graphic design for your business or podcast, visit Kevin's portfolio and receive a free, no-obligation quote!
Aug 30, 2024 · 1 hr 27 min
Thirty20Eight #319 (S8:E13) It's a Small World After All (Meet Me Under the Tower!)
Matt and Kevin dive back into their Disney and the 1964 World's Fair series with a look at the collaboration between Disney and Pepsi - It's a Small World - which would later travel to Disneyland and many subsequent Disney theme parks. SUPPORT THE SHOW! There is no better time to support the 3028 with a donation, as the show is listener supported. Please leave a donation for Matt and Kevin via PAYPAL or VENMO. Many of the donations go back into the show or are used for research. If your podcast or business is in need of graphic art or logo work, contact Kevin Quigley Design for a free, no-obligation quote!
Aug 21, 2024 · 1 hr 22 min
Thirty20Eight #318 (S8:E12) Disney's 2024 D23 Expo Announcement Recap Show!
Matt and Kevin dive into all of the announcements from the 2024 D23 Expo in Anaheim, including film, TV, theme parks, and more! SUPPORT THE SHOW! If you love the 3028, please consider a donation via VENMO or PAYPAL. The 3028 is completely listener supported, so we would absolutely love your help with research materials, show hosting fees, and equipment as we continue the show through Season 8. If you're in need of graphic design or logos for your hobby or business, visit Kevin to see his portfolio and receive a free, no-obligation quote!
Aug 2, 2024 · 1 hr 46 min
Thirty20Eight #317 (S8:E11) Nin2tendo POWER! (NES to the Switch)
Matt and Kevin wrap their short series on the evolution of Nintendo in America, from the NES to the Nintendo Switch! SUPPORT THE SHOW! Thank you so much for supporting our show as we cruise through Season 8. The 3028 is listener supported, which means we need your help raising funds to keep the archives open and assist in research. You can donate at any time using VENMO or PAYPAL. If you're in need of graphic art or design for a personal project, a podcast, or your company, check out Kevin's portfolio HERE and click the link for a free, no-obligation quote.
Jul 21, 2024 · 42 min
Thirty20Eight #316 (S8:E10) Goin' Down the Bayou (A WDW Trip Report!)
Matt and Kevin travel down the bayou to examine Tiana's Bayou Adventure and the latest from Walt Disney World. SUPPORT THE SHOW! The 3028 is now LISTENER SUPPORTED! If you can, we would love your monetary support as we embark on eight great seasons of the show. You can make a donation via VENMO or PAYPAL. If you're in need of graphic design or logo help, Kevin will give you a free, no-obligation quote right now. Check out his portfolio HERE. If you can dream it, Kevin can design it!
Jul 7, 2024 · 1 hr 10 min
Thirty20Eight #315 (S8:E9) The Donald Wears Prada (Donald Duck's Theme Park Fashion)
Matt and Kevin celebrate Donald Duck's 90th birthday with a look at the many looks of theme park Donald Duck. SUPPORT THE SHOW! There's no better time to support the show than with a GLORIOUS 5-star review on the Apple Podcast App. Also, if you have the means, please support us financially (we are listener supported) with a donation via VENMO or PAYPAL. If you need help with graphic design or ideas for a new business logo, see Kevin's portfolio HERE. If you can dream it, Kevin can design it!
Jul 5, 2024 · 47 min
Thirty20Eight #314 (S8:E8) The Country Bear Vacation Hoedown!
Matt and Kevin celebrate summer this week as they relive punny and ridiculous moments from the long-forgotten, yet beloved, Country Bear Vacation Hoedown at Disneyland and WDW. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Help keep the show on the air with a small or large donation at VENMO or PAYPAL! Donations go toward research and authentic texts, audio recordings for the show, and show-hosting costs. Support the people who bringing you the (pineapple) juice during SEASON 8! If you're in need of help with your graphic design, business or podcast logo, check out Kevin's portfolio HERE and sign up for a free, no-obligation quote!
Jun 27, 2024 · 1 hr 17 min
Thirty20Eight #313 (S8:E7) Disney Attraction Walk-Throughology
Matt and Kevin count down and tour the best Disney attraction walk-throughs here and abroad. SUPPORT THE SHOW! As we continue on with Season 8, we invite you to support the show with GLORIOUS 5-star reviews on the Apple Podcast App, OR you may leave a monetary donation through VENMO or PAYPAL. If you have a podcast or business and are looking for graphic design or art, check out Kevin's PORTFOLIO. You can also receive a free, no-obligation quote through the link. Enjoy!
Jun 10, 2024 · 54 min
Thirty20Eight #312 (S8:E6) The ABC Sound Stage Monster Sound Stage Show Show
Matt and Kevin explore the history of the Monster Sound Show, ABC Sound Stage Show, Path of the Jedi, and Mickey and Minnie Shorts Theater at Disney's Hollywood Studios. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Thank you so much for supporting the 3028 for EIGHT SEASONS! There's no better time than now to leave a donation for the show. The 3028 is listener supported, so all costs and fees associated with the show fall on the hosts who would love your love and support. You can live a donation via PAYPAL or VENMO at any time. Also, if you're in need of graphic design or graphic art, contact show host Kevin HERE to set up a free, no obligation consult. You can also see Kevin's portfolio via the link.
May 23, 2024 · 1 hr 5 min
Thirty20Eight #311 (S8:E5) NintendoLand, USA! (Part One)
Matt and Kevin explore the unique history of Nintendo, from Japan to the United States. SUPPORT THE SHOW The 3028 is currently LISTENER SUPPORTED! The best way to support the show is with a donation to Venmo or Paypal. Proceeds help host the show, purchase historical texts, fund research, and keep the show archives open. If you're in need of graphic art or design, check out Kevin's portfolio HERE and schedule a free, no-obligation quote!

The 3028: Theme Park History & Pop Culture Listory

Thirty20Eight #330 (S8:E24) Epcot's HarmoniUS: A Disney Parks Worst Attraction Show

Thirty20Eight #329 (S8:E23) Walt Disney's Legends of the Enchanted Island (A Never-Built 1964 World's Fair Attraction)

Thirty20Eight #328 (S8:E22) Toy Crazes & Trendz: Christmas Edition!

Thirty20Eight #327 (S8:E21) Disney Parks Are Giving Us The Feels! (Touch & Texturology)

Thirty20Eight #326 (S8:E20) Two Soup Dads on Disney's FantaSEA (a trip report)

Thirty20Eight #325 (S8:E19) A 3028 Minnie Series (Nobody Puts Minnie in the Corner!)

Thirty20Eight #324 (S8:E18) Disney Direct-To-Video Sequel Club

Thirty20Eight #323 (S8:E17) Disney Parks Halloween HYSTERIA!

Thirty20Eight #322 (S8:E16) A Graveyard Smash: The Monster Mash & Halloween Pop!

Thirty20Eight #321 (S8:E15) Disney & Ford's Magic Skyway

Thirty20Eight #320 (S8:E14) Sam's Before Sam's (A Trader Sam's Rewind Adventure)

Thirty20Eight #319 (S8:E13) It's a Small World After All (Meet Me Under the Tower!)

Thirty20Eight #318 (S8:E12) Disney's 2024 D23 Expo Announcement Recap Show!

Thirty20Eight #317 (S8:E11) Nin2tendo POWER! (NES to the Switch)

Thirty20Eight #316 (S8:E10) Goin' Down the Bayou (A WDW Trip Report!)

Thirty20Eight #315 (S8:E9) The Donald Wears Prada (Donald Duck's Theme Park Fashion)

Thirty20Eight #314 (S8:E8) The Country Bear Vacation Hoedown!

Thirty20Eight #313 (S8:E7) Disney Attraction Walk-Throughology

Thirty20Eight #312 (S8:E6) The ABC Sound Stage Monster Sound Stage Show Show

Thirty20Eight #311 (S8:E5) NintendoLand, USA! (Part One)