Safety should always be first, however, we talk about it in our second half of the show...First we talk news, and boy oh boy is there news this week. New coaster concepts, land acquisitions, season passes and more – all with plenty of discussion (and arguments) as always.  SHOW NOTES: Dollywood New for 2023 Coaster? Bell's Amusement Park Is Back  SF Great Adventure now selling tiered season passes  Kennywood finally opening a coaster for their Holiday Lights event  Triple Loop Loops being removed at Indiana Beach Knoebels allegedly acquired benches and the kiddie turtle from Conneaut – Lose my number, Keith  Vote Coasters is open  Six Flags, safety is our priority 

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Episode #145: Safety First

Todd Joseph is back again (not surprisingly), and along with talk of him, reports of Top Thrill Dragster reopening are discussed. Listen in as we dive into those and other really interesting news this week – followed by the best Haunts of the year! SHOW NOTES: Attorney General finds Bankruptcy Court has no jurisdiction over Conneaut Purchase Agreement   Six Flags Q3 Earnings  Storyland Studios selected to design the Ghost Town in the Sky renovation El Toro Ryan reporting that Top Thrill Dragster will likely reopen in 2022 Logo mentioned during the show    

Episode #144: Back Again?

  The news is back at it this week: among some of the stories are Cedar Fair, Conneaut Lake, and Smart Phones? Tune in a hear what crazy, important developments are taking place in the amusement industry this week. Then, in the second half, 2022 season passes are discussed, pros and cons are given for each, and what coasters painted you'll see with those passes (and which you should be the most excited for). SHOW NOTES: Changes coming to Sandusky and Cedar Point including new access points from town and water taxis Roar will get a retrack (wood, maybe some titan), Wild One getting paint, Light packages, Launch replacement, and more coming to SFA 80 year olds are selfish  And in our next round the bankruptcy judge puts Todd Joseph in his place Lawsuit filed against Glenwood Caverns -- and we're not rooting for the park. – Colorado issues a $68k fine – Official Report There's a new Wonder Woman coming  Smart devices are calling 911 on roller coasters Complete your Saudi visit with a visit to the resort on the..... oil rig            

Episode #143: Cedar Fair Back & Roar Retrack

Don't be afraid of the title this week. Despite the utter lack of news this week, there is still enough to work with to make a first half. Plus our second half is one you do not want to miss. We talk Knoebels, Halloween, and Dark Rides.  SHOW NOTES:   Another Arrow Bites the Dust :( Commision does not need to give OK for Conneaut to demolish Blue Streak  Todd Joseph appears to be acquiring other property in Conneaut  Another plan for SFNO.... Let's not hold out hope Jolly Rancher incoming?    

Episode #142: News? What News?

James is back from the Vid, sadly meaning no Airtime Jimmy. Nonetheless Bob and he talk industry news spanning from Pennsylvania to California. Then, as if things weren't exciting enough, we get a call from Dan the Drunkman and Flatride Fred. The two end the show with talk of the best time of year, and whether or not it's Halloween.  SHOW NOTES: LA County parks require vaccination or negative covid test... sometimes  Obligatory weekly Todd Joseph story Todd Joseph 2 for 1 day Shrek 4D closing in January 2022 Marineland animals appear to be in distress; Rumor suggest it's permanently closing  Cheetah Hunt getting repainted And Tatsu...maybe?        

Episode #141: Fuddled, Fred, and a Few of Todd's Shenanigans

James is back from the Vid, sadly meaning no Airtime Jimmy. Nonetheless Bob and he talk industry news spanning from Pennsylvania to California. Then, as if things weren't exciting enough, we get a call from Dan the Drunkman and Flatride Fred. The two end the show with talk of the best time of year, and whether or not it's Halloween.  SHOW NOTES:   LA County parks require vaccination or negative covid test... sometimes  Obligatory weekly Todd Joseph story Todd Joseph 2 for 1 day Shrek 4D closing in January 2022 Marineland animals appear to be in distress; Rumor suggest it's permanently closing  Cheetah Hunt getting repainted And Tatsu...maybe?        

The man, the myth, the legend Myke (also know by his alias Airtime Myke) joins Bob this week. James is out sick, but that doesn't mean the show is any less fun or fascinating this week. Join the guys as they talk fightn', rumors, protests, and more in the first half. Then tune in as the guys preform a Q&A in the second half of show, any questions asked by the audience the guys answer with sincerity and even some comedy... SHOW NOTES: Locals flood the planning commission meeting with concerns for Conneaut Lake Park  Child who died at Glenwood Caverns did not have her seatbelt on; Operator failed to check it  Chocolate Meltdown premiered on Food network, filmed at Hershey  Fights are breaking out everywhere, including Six Flags America RUMOR: Axis coaster appearing in Europe in 2023            

Episode #140: Myke, Are You There?

Bags, Bitcoin, and back to Florida. This episode is packed full of fun, wacky, and ~ghoulish~ news and stories. (And of course as always a few rants and tirades along the way). SHOW NOTES: Zamperla’s New ride: BlendeZ Tesla helped a Carousel go completely carbon neutral  PortAventura World Becomes the First Theme Resort to Accept Bitcoin as Payment at the Hotels Next Season  BGW banning bags, but only after 4pm - because that makes sense?   

Episode #139: Bitcoin is in the Bag

The guys have a short and sweet news segment this week. Don't let it's length fool you, some very riveting stories occurred and are discussed. In the second half - Bob visited New England, James Busch Gardens Williamsburg's Howl-O-Scream. They critique and praise where necessary the parks and their experiences. Weekly poll this week: What color should Phantom’s Revenge be? Why? SHOW NOTES: GCI gives us a further look at Infinity Trains Walibi Belgium to reopen post-floods Golden Horse tries to break into countries that care about ride safety 

Episode #138: Here Comes Golden Horse

The guys have a short and sweet news segment this week. Don't let it's length fool you, some very riveting stories occurred and are discussed.  In the half - Bob visited New England, James Busch Gardens Williamsburg's Howl-O-Scream. They critique and praise where necessary the parks and their experiences. Weekly poll this week: What color should Phantom’s Revenge be? Why? SHOW NOTES:   GCI gives us a further look at Infinity Trains Walibi Belgium to reopen post-floods Golden Horse tries to break into countries that care about ride safety 

That's right ladies and gentlemen, it's time again to talk about the "most sought-after awards in the Amusement Industry". Before getting to that blunder, the guys have a lot to discuss. Kennywood is doing something dumb, counteracted by something kinda cool (per usual). SeaWorld sucks as we're hopeful all aware of by now. Sadly, once again tragedy has struck in our industry. Following The Golden Ticket ridicule that takes place in our second half, we discuss our weekly poll as typical (this week's being 'Is Blue Streak gone?'). SHOW NOTES: P'Sghetti Bowl Update Steel Curtain closes for the year with an announcement to rival the Volcano closure  Kennywood asks their guests what color Phantom's Revenge should be  Pantheon Opening Update - Members f'd again Child dies at Glenwood Caverns  Adventureland announces plans to remove 3 rides and add ‘10’ 

Episode #137: I've Got a Golden Ticket

That's right ladies and gentlemen, it's time again to talk about the "most sought-after awards in the Amusement Industry". Before getting to that blunder, the guys have a lot to discuss. Kennywood is doing something dumb, counteracted by something kinda cool (per usual). SeaWorld sucks as we're hopeful all aware of by now. Sadly, once again tragedy has struck in our industry.  Following The Golden Ticket ridicule that takes place in our second half, we discuss our weekly poll as typical (this week's being 'Is Blue Streak gone?'). SHOW NOTES: P'Sghetti Bowl Update Steel Curtain closes for the year with an announcement to rival the Volcano closure  Kennywood asks their guests what color Phantom's Revenge should be  Pantheon Opening Update - Members f'd again Child dies at Glenwood Caverns  Adventureland announces plans to remove 3 rides and add ‘10’ 

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