Coaster Talk Podcast

A HUGE THANKS TO THOOSIE MOB FOR LETTING US USE THEIR SONG IN THIS WEEK'S SHOW! WATCH THE MUSIC VIDEO HERE! In this week's episode, the three guys talk about some news coming out of Universal Studios Orlando, a coaster element in someone's backyard, some news about Cedar Fair parks, and other exciting news stories! In the second half, James and Timmy discuss their experience with the Holiwood Nights ticket system, and Bob joins the discussion and hypothesizes some other ways that ticketing can be done. This show is a great one, with a fun mid-roll song, so make sure to give this week's episode a listen! Show Notes: Maverick's heartline roll has been found Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast announced for Universal Studios Orlando Orlando Epic Universe work is ‘right on track,’ executive says Epic Universe Dueling Coaster POV Knott's to modify chaperone policy to Saturdays only Cedar Point Police force to disband Cedar Fair taken to Ohio Supreme Court over sexual assault allegations Dollywood to ca

In this week's episode, there is a ton of news to cover, with topics such as an update from the Orlando FreeFall accident, Bob Iger returning to Disney as CEO, and some new attractions that have been announced in this past week! In the second half of the show, the drama is covered that has occurred within the last two weeks, including some that Bob got into on Twitter!  Make sure to grab a snack and sit back and enjoy this week's episode! Show Notes: Quest Engineering report released, Orlando Freefall purposely set to have "larger opening" Orlando Freefall Records altered Bob Iger returns as Disney CEO Bob Iger outlines vision for Disney as he returns as CEO Disney files patent for new "drop swing track" system CityWalk Orlando opening "Great Movie Escape" this month Kennywood closes early... later because of weather Dreamworld Australia announces new additions Former Six Flags CEO passes away Port Aventura new coaster theme announced Original Tweet from Bob Mentioned Tweet from IAAPA Referenced in Sec

Wowza, IAAPA sure didn't provide much news, but it sure did produce a whole lotta ride vechicals! Listen in to the first half where we (back to James & Bob minus Tim this week) discuss the surprisingly lack of content from the trade show in Orlando, instead focusing on news from an array of other sources. Then, IAAPA does take a spotlight for the second half, but in an uncoventional way. It seems the biggest things happening at the Expo this year was train reveals. And while some rocked, others weren't so 'gouda'.  Show Notes: Kennywood announces new themed area "Area 412" and new ride "Spinvasion" Beth Snodgrass to appear at the Holiday Lights opening Premiere Rides working with son of Anton Schwarzkopf to create "Retro Wildcat 2.0." First one planned to open in 2024 for Anton's 100th birthday Extreme Engineering announces 3 new Cloud Coasters Classic Schwarzkopf badges getting re-added back onto trains After years of watching, we now KNOW it's coming to Lagoon "Listen" to your audience Premiere announ

Completely out of left feild to most, Zamperla will be assembling/refurbishing the new Intamin (aka a relocated accelerator) at PNE Playland. While that is already odd enough, this plays into an even more curious rumor the guys will talk at large about this week. So much more fun to listen to aswell this week...sit back and enjoy.  PNE Playland to receive new Zamperla coaster, will be Canada's fastest launch coaster Zamperla uses same ship Intamin recently used to ship TTD track Carowinds closed early due to sunshine Video from Alton Towers about closing of Nemesis Alton Towers gives guests special last ride Grizzly was NOT damaged from storm as some thought, closed for extensive retracking Zamperla uses same ship Intamin recently used to ship TTD track Kennywood "Battle for the Burgh" teaser Another teaser from Kennywood Skyline Attractions announces new "TrailRunner" model More than 30 press conferences planned for IAAPA RMC Teaser also from IAAPA

In this week's episode, James and Timmy torment Bob with a soundboard, so be prepared to be tormented as well with the same four sounds throughout the show! This week's news includes a brand new RMC, a brand new park, and some news coming out of Universal Studios Orlando. In the second half of the show, the guys talk about a certain online public, which has quite ridiculous articles most of the time. This week's show is quite funny, especially with the soundboard fun, so sit back and enjoy this week's show! Show Notes:  "Wildcat's Revenge" announced for summer of 2023 at Hersheypark Multiple rides at Universal Studios to close Missouri to receive new park Heart of California park will most certainly NOT receive rides from CAGA 9-Year-Old struck in face by cell phone on Flight of Courage at SFMM PA rider safety act Epic Universe construction updates Studio Ghibli theme park in Japan now open

James, Timmy, and Bob discuss the weekly news in the amusement park industry. This include a train derailing at Silver Dollar City, a new model from Intamin, and some news coming out of Joyland. In the second half of the show, they finish up the argument that caused last week's poll and talk about favorite surprises on rides in the spirit of Halloween (though they do *derail* a bit). This week is another fun one, so enjoy the show! Show Notes:  Silver Dollar City train derails - Tweet from witness - Release from Silver Dollar City Silver Dollar City owns Indian Ridge property Intamin announces vertical launch model Accident at Oakwood theme park Joyland bought by two couples - and was vandalized Vote Coasters starts Nov 1

On this week's show, the three amigos talk about this week's latest news including a new coaster to Sea World Orlando, a funny interview with the new CEO of Six Flags, and Sea World marketing being Sea World marketing yet again. The second half of the show really steps the humor up a notch with the conversation turning to attendance at this year's haunt events and what constitutes a marathon. This show is quite an entertaining one so sit back, grab something to drink, and enjoy this week's show! Show Notes: Is Joyland saved? - Offer was accepted Coliwood Studios interviews Selim Some kind of record might have maybe been broken by BGT's new swing Christmas Town lineup announced at BGW Kings Island announces new themed area that includes two new family rides Disneyland introduces MagicBands to Disneyland Resort Seaworld Orlando announces Pipeline: Surf Coaster Kings Dominion and Carowinds announce year-round operation. Michigan's Adventure announces the fall season for 2023 Multiple Cedar Fair parks are being

In this week's special episode, James and Timmy come to you live from Florida's best haunts! These include Busch Gardens Tampa, SeaWorld Orlando, and of course Halloween Horror Nights! Hopefully, you have as much fun listening as we did on the trip, so sit back and enjoy this week's episode!

On this week's episode, the three hosts talk about this week's happenings in the amusement park industry such as an update about the Orlando Free Fall drop tower, an Intamin prefab receiving actual care and maintenance, and a possible new coaster coming to Universal Studios Hollywood. In the second half of the show, the hosts forage through some funny yelp reviews, and there are some quite entertaining ones! Sit back, grab a snack, and enjoy this week's episode. Show Notes: Orlando Free Fall to be removed / Additional Coverage Arrest made in Kennywood shooting; Police looking for second shooter Balder to reopen after 15 months of refurbishment Thorpe Park Exodus project granted permission by local council to be built / Additional coverage / Even more additional coverage World's first "stand up" drop tower to close Cedar Fair makes changes to Board of Directors Disney100 begins next year at Disneyland Fast and Furious coaster coming to Hollywood?

In this week's show, the three amigos talk about the impact of Hurricane Ian on Orlando, some new SeaWorld coasters, and much more! There's a lot of news that has happened over the past week so we're here to help you catch up on all the events that have occurred. In the second half of the show, we play RCDB roulette, which is always a fun time! So sit down, relax, and enjoy this week's episode! Show Notes: Orlando parks encounter damages from Ian Shooting at Kennywood Park New safety precautions announced at Kennywood Park Updated Chaperone Policy at Knott's SeaWorld announces Catapult Falls at SWSA SeaWorld announces Arctic Rescue at SWSD 700ft of RFII being replaced BGW corrects "Straddle Coaster" claim Woman hit by coaster train at Melbourne Royal Road Show Tayto Park gets a new name

This week James and Timmy have a very special guest on the show: Bob! He's back as a co-host and here to discuss this week's news! Some topics this week include: Bob's best friend Todd Joesph, El Toro having another moment, and a SCarowinds incident. The second half of the show includes discussion about James and Timmy's favorite part of the fall season, Haunt! Sit upright, hold on tight, and enjoy this week's show!  Show Notes: Todd Joseph wants to convert Conneaut Lake Park lands into RV park Previous Adventureland owners blame family and state for Jaramillo's death Family Kingdom has changed ownership over to a local amusement group El Toro roller coaster is 'structurally compromised,' to remain closed by NJ inspectors Carowinds announces new chaperone policy after weekend incident 365 dayless - Six Flags Magic Mountain no longer open 7 days a week? Kennywood replacing Volcano?  —  UFO Tracker 

Well, another year, another Golden Ticket Awards. Yay!* While we aren't exactly the biggest proponents of the award system nonetheless we do discuss the results this week, however fluad they may be. Along with that there's a ton of news as per usual engulfing the theme park industry, so buckle up as we tackle the hot topics of the week. *Said completely sarcastically Show Notes: New Intamin Launched Log Flume > Episode in-depth discussion of San Antonio's Log FLume SeaWorld Surf Coaster Media Invite Leak Toverland is Getting an Expansion Wild Adventures Expansion Coming in 2023 Updates from D23 Parks Panel (Get Mad James) Return of Dark Arts Show to IOA

Aloha everyone! We know, it's been a minute; if you want to hear where we've been/what we've been up to - go ahead and find last week's episode. Because this week, instead of dwelling on the fact that we've been MIA for a couple months, we decided to just go ahead and jump on back into the groove. And jump we do - covering an array of news stories swelling around the industry, then diving into our top 15 favorite coasters we rode while in Europe! It's quite a bit this week: from ride closures to substructure replacements. However, we trust that your appetite is starved and ready to be whetted! With that, enjoy the episode this week.  SHOW NOTES: Top Thrill Dragster to be "reimagined" DarKoaster officially Announced El Toro coaster getting repair to part of substructure after injuries Lost Island Theme Park closes early this season Big Bear Mountain First Look Wildcat to be RMC'd Zambezi Zinger returning to WOF - with a twist! NEW for 2023: The Boardwalk

This weeks show is something that has taken quite a bit of planning, James and Timmy finally make it out to Europe! Not only did the two guys make it out but they bring you, the listener, along for the ride as well! The format of the show is a little different this week as the guys recorded trip reports at every park to bring you all on this adventure along with them! So sit back, grab some of your favorite Spanish delicacies, along with your favorite German beer, and enjoy this week's show!

The guys are off to Europe! Here a quick update before they depart. 

On this week’s episode, James and Timmy briefly cover this week’s news that includes some exciting locker systems from Six Flags, the announcement of the SeaWorld Orlando B&M Surf Coaster, and OF COURSE, some Disney news that Timmy cannot avoid talking about. The reason for the haste during the first half of the show is because James and Timmy are recapping one of the consistently best weekends of the year: Holliwood Nights! And not only are just James and Timmy recapping this spectacular event, but a special guest joins the show as well! Airtime Myke, one of the biggest fans of not only Holiwood Nights, but Holiday world as a park joins the show this week. Listen along to this week’s show to hear how much fun has ensued this past week! Show Notes: Dr Diabolical to receive free locker system similar to that of Universal Splash Mountain's Princess and the Frog revamp rumored to open in 2024 Kennywood's Aero 360 gets stuck, leaves riders hanging upside down New Cedar Point attraction tease Dollywood add

On this week’s episode James and Timmy discuss some great investments going into parks, as well as parks trying to get people to buy into virtual investments. Other fun news stories include a change of theme at the Universal Orlando Tribute Store, and coaster campouts making a comeback at King’s Dominion.  The second half of the show involves coaster lineups, but not the ones that you probably think about too often.  Overall, this week is a lot of fun, and make sure to play along and give us your coaster lineups! SHOW NOTES: Theme Park Sleepover | X-Plorer's Campout AstroWorld returning as virtual theme park in metaverse Waldameer has big plans for the future of the park Walibi Holland single-rail coaster opening in 2024 Cosmic Rewind to Open...tomorrow! Wolverine Wildcat at Michigan's Adventure to Receive Titan Track Universal's new Tribute Store celebrates retro movies

Quite the buzz about the new Titan Track finally making it's first true appearance this week. James and Timmy cover this along with a load of other stories that fill this weeks rundown. In the second half it is all about train aesthetics! Which coaster has the best?  SHOW NOTES: Indonesian Waterslide Collapses Injuring 16 Coney Island Cincinnati Attempts To Set Record For Most Water Slide Riders Within 24 Hour Period Possible "Minion's Cafe" To Take Over Current Universal Monsters Cafe Location USA Today 10 Best New Theme Park Attraction Polls Results Announced...Sadly Disney Puts Foot Down Against Dumb TikTok Trend Bob Paycheck Out Of Touch Yet Again Predator At Darien Lake To Receive GCI Titan Track Work Tron At Magic Kingdom Complete First Cycle Bear Has to Be Rescued After Getting Trapped at a Calif. Six Flags Amusement Park  

While Doctor Strange may be fighting alternate universe demons this week, James and Timmy are fighting sleep deprevation. The news this week includes Bob getting his own bar at his favorite park chain, an investigation being launched into Cedar Point’s dorms, and Russia taking things a step even further.  The second half quickly devolves into madness as the guys get too tired and they attempt to discuss their favorite night rides on coasters.  SHOW NOTES: Bob's Bar SkyWheel Myrtle Beach temporarily closed after fire Promiscuous Sandusky Russia has declared war on fun Lakemount Fun Update! Jolly Rancher Remix Opening On May 28th LegoLand California To Get Vekoma Madhouse TimberWolf's New Lighting Package

This week it’s just James, Timmy, and a boat load of news from Kings Island. The guys cover Kings Island news, Reedy Creek developments, a ride closure, and questionable maintenance procedures. There’s no real cheerful news this week, unless you were not a fan of Da Vinci’s Cradle, but the merriment picks up in the second half when the guys discuss their much-anticipated Europe trip. SHOW NOTES:   Lawsuit Results Against Kings Island Audio Recordings from State Investigations Question Adventureland's Maintenance Closure of Da Vinci's Cradle Man arrested after stabbing near Kings Island Orion bumped? More Reedy Creek stuff