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Middle East Episodes
May 17, 2026
United Parks' Q1 Misses & Sphere Lands at Yas Island
United Parks Q1 was rough across the board, and Abu Dhabi has more announcements.
Guests:
Scott Swenson, ICAE
,
Philip Hernandez, ICAE
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Jan. 4, 2026
The State of the Attractions Industry in 2026
This episode is structured as an environmental SWOT analysis of the attractions industry, intended to support 2026 strategic planning.
Guests:
Scott Swenson, ICAE
,
Philip Hernandez, ICAE
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Dec. 29, 2025
Universal Considers New Middle East Theme Park
Universal Destinations & Experiences has begun early planning for a theme park in Saudi Arabia, according to an exclusive Wall Street Journal report.
Guests:
Scott Swenson, ICAE
,
Philip Hernandez, ICAE
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May 19, 2025
Magic, Money, and the Middle East: Disney’s Record Quarter
Disney’s stock jumped 7 % after a blockbuster Q2 - and we breakdown why.
Guests:
Scott Swenson, ICAE
,
Philip Hernandez, ICAE
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Feb. 23, 2025
SPECIAL: LIVE From The IAAPA Middle East Trade Summit in Riyadh
Come with us to IAAPA's Middle East Trade Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Guests:
Scott Swenson, ICAE
,
Philip Hernandez, ICAE
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