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Episode 119

What do swan boats, silent films, and a rack of vintage Disney clothes have in common?
They’re all part of the story in LA’s Echo Park—a neighborhood with deep Hollywood roots and a laid-back creative spirit.

In this episode of Pop Culture Passport, we take a walk around Echo Park Lake, dive into its surprising film history, and share what it’s like to explore the area today.

Here’s what you’ll discover:

• The real-life inspiration behind Echo Lake at Hollywood Studios
• Echo Park’s surprising role in early moviemaking (before Hollywood took over)
• Famous filming locations, from Fast & Furious to Chinatown
• My favorite finds from vintage shops to peaceful goose encounters

Whether you’re a history buff, set-jetting fan, or just craving a neighborhood with chill LA vibes, Echo Park might be your new favorite stop.

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Episode 118

What do Transformers, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, and Raiders of the Lost Ark have in common? You’ll find pieces of all of them at the Smithsonian's Udvar-Hazy Center.

In this episode, we head to Northern Virginia for an unexpected pop culture scavenger hunt among the historic aircraft and spacecraft of this incredible museum.

You’ll hear:
✈️ A little backstory on how the Udvar-Hazy Center came to be
🎥 The surprising movie and TV connections hiding among the planes
🚀 Our favorite finds from the day, including some iconic film ships and jets
🛫 Travel tips for your own visit

Sometimes, the places you least expect are packed with the stories you love.

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Episode 117

Located in Disney Springs, this Indiana Jones–inspired watering hole is packed with hidden treasures, Easter eggs, and deep Disney lore. On a rainy afternoon, my husband and I turned our visit into a full-on scavenger hunt—and I’m sharing what we found so you can try it too.

🔎 In this episode:

• The backstory of Jock Lindsey (yes, the guy from Raiders of the Lost Ark)
• Hidden artifacts from Indiana Jones films and rides
• Disney deep cuts—from the Adventurers Club to the Jungle Cruise
• Marvel, Star Wars, and even a Jurassic Park connection?!

Grab a drink, bring your curiosity, and let’s go treasure hunting—Yeti style.

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