The Time I Rode Rise of the Resistance with Disney's New CEO, Josh D'Amaro

A Special Valentine's Day Episode

Francie joins Nick this week for a special Valentine's Day episode. They answer questions submitted by you all on Instagram. They talk about life as a family of five and how things continue to adjust with three kids. They talk about some of their favorite dates and some that did not go so well. We hope you enjoy this episode of Park Bench Pals! Happy listening!  Also, the picture in the thumbnail is from our second Valentine's Day together!

The Time I Rode Rise of the Resistance with Disney's New CEO, Josh D'Amaro

Welcome back to the park bench! After a much needed break during the holidays and a busy month of January, Nick is back for another episode of Park Bench Pals. In this episode, Nick gives a little summary of what life has been like over the last month and half. For the bulk of the episode, Nick describes the time that he got to ride Rise of the Resistance on the opening day of the attraction with Disney's brand new CEO, Josh D'Amaro.  Thank you all for your support of the podcast! We cannot wait for everything that is in store for 2026!

Nick and Quynn: Our Favorite Christmas Things

Quynn is back! In this week's episode, Nick and Quynn discuss what they have been up to lately including some of their park visits as well as a family trip to EPCOT for Festival of the Holidays and Magic Kingdom for more Christmas vibes. At the end of the episode, Nick and Quynn discuss some of their personal favorite things about Christmas. Happily Holidays and Merry Christmas everyone!

Nick: Our Trip to Epic Universe in Universal Orlando + Answering Your Questions

In this week's episode, Nick is catching you all up on the family's adventures at Universal Orlando. He breaks down Zoey's first visit to Epic Universe, Francie's first time experiencing most of the attractions at the park and their stay at Universal Orlando. Nick also answers your questions submitted to him on Instagram including questions about mental health, theme park experiences, Disney Cruise Line, and more! Happy listening!

Quynn: 2025 Theme Park Experiences We are Thankful For!

In this episode, Nick is joined by his sister Quynn for a little bit of a Thanksgiving recap! They discuss some of the activities they did over the week, including some of the fun they had together as a family. Anytime that Nick and Quynn are together, there is sure to be shenanigans, so the episode provides just that as they get into the discussion of their childhood. Finally, in honor of Thanksgiving, Nick and Quynn share some of the theme park experiences during the last year that they are most thankful for including Epic Universe, Disney Cruise Line, Disneyland 70, and more!