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Coaster Radio: The Original Theme Park Podcast

Coaster Radio: The Original Theme Park Podcast

By: Mike Collins and E.B.
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A weekly podcast dedicated to theme parks, roller coasters and thrill rides. During each show, we talk about the total theme park experience. We'll have interviews with the people making decisions at your favorite park, reviews and ratings of the newest rides and attractions, discussion about everyday park experiences and chances to win tickets and merchandise from parks around the country!2005-2025 Lift Hill Media, LLC Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
Episodes
  • Take a Ride on Ecto-5
    Jun 19 2025

    This week, Mike and EB discuss the latest news in the theme park industry, including the closure of Muppet Vision 3D, updates on Universal Studios' Rip Ride Rocket, and the impending closure of Disney's Tom Sawyer Island. They also delve into the Fast and Furious franchise's expansion in theme parks, the development of new roller coasters at SeaWorld, and an interview with Igor at Universal's Epic Universe. The guys also hear reports from the exciting new "Coasters After Dark" event at Busch Gardens and learn details about Halloween Horror Nights and the mysterious Netflix House coming to Philly, Dallas and Las Vegas.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • EB is a "Legend" at Holiday World
    May 30 2025

    This week, EB joins the show live from Holiday World and Splashin' Safari in Santa Claus, Indiana! He'll have a full review of the park in "real-time" including updates on The Voyage, The Legend, The Raven, Thunderbird and Good Gravy! The guys also have updates on the latest news, rumors and trip reports from around the amusement industry. Plus, we have the return of the "SOUNDWAVE" contest!

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • A Warning About Theme Parks
    May 23 2025

    Mike and EB kickoff of the summer theme park season by hearing a warning about the implications of the Six Flags and Cedar Fair merger...from a former CEO. The guys talk about new attractions like Siren's Curse and the unique zombie event at Hello Kitty Park in Japan. The episode wraps up with a discussion on the grand opening of Epic Universe and the challenges faced during its preview phase. The conversation shifts to listener interactions through the mailbag and trip reports from various parks, highlighting the excitement for the start of the 2025 season.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
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