CoasterRadio.com: The Original Theme Park Podcast
756 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 343 ratingsA 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!
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CoasterRadio.com #1346 - Theme Park News from CoasterRadio.com - Weekend Edition - September 13, 2019
September 13, 2019 00:00 - 6 minutes - 8.06 MBThis is a preview of our new daily podcast, Theme Park News from CoasterRadio.com! This is the weekend edition for Friday, September 13th. If you like what you hear, head to http://news.coasterradio.com to subscribe as a podcast or as a Flash Briefing on your in-home smart speaker.
CoasterRadio.com #1345 - Theme Park News from CoasterRadio.com - Weekend Edition - September 6, 2019
September 06, 2019 00:00 - 11 minutes - 5.37 MBThis is a preview of our new daily podcast, Theme Park News from CoasterRadio.com! This is the weekend edition for Friday, September 6th. If you like what you hear, head to http://news.coasterradio.com to subscribe as a podcast or as a Flash Briefing on your in-home smart speaker.
CoasterRadio.com #1344 - Listener Controlled Season Finale
August 30, 2019 00:00 - 2 hours - 153 MBWe have come to the end of the 14th season of the CoasterRadio.com podcast. We've always said that the listeners are the heart and soul of the show. So, we're turning this episode over to them entirely. Listeners wrote in on Twitter, Facebook, E-mail and Reddit to tell us what they want to hear on this week's show. Frankly, some of the requests are pretty weird. But, believe it or not, there is a lot of great theme park, thrill ride and roller coaster talk... including commentary on al...
CoasterRadio.com #1343 - Big Money, Big Drops
August 23, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 54.8 MBThe amusement industry is often about size. Things are BIG! These days, for some of the exclusive experiences at the parks, the price tags are BIG as well. On this week's show, we'll talk about the rumored pricing for the "Star Wars Hotel" that's set to open in a few years at Walt Disney World. Would you pay a (rumored) $1,100 a day to stay in a (virtual) cruise ship that travels through space? After a look at this week's top news stories, we'll take a look at a new CNN article that ...
CoasterRadio.com #1342 - Real-Time at Kings Island's 2020 Announcement
August 16, 2019 03:00 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBThis week, we recorded a "real-time" episode of the show. Kings Island was getting set to make their 2020 attraction announcement at exactly 10pm. So, we started our show 30 minutes earlier and podcasted in anticipation of what was to come! In the half-hour prior to the live announcement, we talked about Silver Dollar City's 2020 attraction "Mystic River Falls." We also talked about the rest of Cedar Fair's 2020 attractions that were announced earlier in the day. Then, you'll hear our...
CoasterRadio.com #1341 - Cast Member Stories
August 09, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBThis week's show is dedicated to the unsung heroes of the theme park experience... the brave men and women who work at the parks. Whether you call them Cast Members, Team Members or Employees, the people who run the rides, food stands, games and guest relations are most times the ones who determine if you're gonna have a good day at the park. Many of our listeners who have worked at the park have stepped forward with hilarious stories from their days as park employees.. and yes, there ar...
CoasterRadio.com #1340 - Mike and EB Aren't Hosting This Week
August 02, 2019 00:00 - 44 minutes - 51.8 MBEB is on vacation this week. So, instead of going dark, we decided that we would still have a NEW EPISODE for you. But the episode you'll hear is from someone else's show. Last April, Mike and EB were guests on "The Lisa Valentine Clark." It's a nationally syndicated talk show that can be heard of Sirius/XM Satellite radio. The guys were interviewed about CoasterRadio.com and their thoughts on the theme park and amusement industry. EB is will also check in from a surprise trip to S...
CoasterRadio.com #1339 - Punched in the Face at the Park
July 26, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBThis week's show starts out with a story that apparently is common at the parks. A Disney Cast Member was punched in the face by a guest over an invalid FastPass. We'll talk about what happened and what parks can do about it. We'll also check out some of the top stories in the amusement industry, including an update on the family who started a brawl at Disneyland and some new attraction announcements for 2020. Then, we'll wrap up the debrief from our California Trip. We'll have storie...
CoasterRadio.com #1338 - Universal VIP and Galaxy’s Edge
July 19, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBThe Listener Meet-up at Six Flags Magic Mountain was the main reason the show visited Southern California last month... but it wasn't the only place we visited while we were there. On this week's episode, EB tells us all about his VIP Experience at Universal Studios Hollywood. He'll talk about what it was like to receive the "red carpet" treatment and how his experience differed from a normal guest. Then, we guys talk about their visit to Disneyland, including their first ever look at S...
CoasterRadio.com #1337 - Magic Mountain Roller Coaster Reviews
July 12, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 84.4 MBWe have returned from the west coast! We're ready to tell you all about our trip to Six Flags Magic Mountain including our reviews of all of their major rides and attractions. We'll also tell you all about what happened at the Listener Meet-up after we recorded last week's podcast! After that, we have two reviews of Maxx Force at Six Flags Great America! During one of the reviews, you can hear the loud BOOM of the air compressed launch. We'll also talk about the biggest news stories of...
CoasterRadio.com #1336 - LIVE from Six Flags Magic Mountain
June 28, 2019 00:00 - 38 minutes - 31.2 MBAfter months of anticipation, the 2019 Listener Meet-Up is finally here! On this week's show, we podcast from the Gearworks Theater at Six Flags Magic Mountain in front of a LIVE AUDIENCE of CoasterRadio.com listeners. We'll talk about our morning Exclusive Ride Time on "Twisted Colossus" and "Scream." Plus, we'll get advice from SoCal locals on what we should ride and what we should avoid. Plus, we'll hear about Mike and EB's trips to Universal Studios Hollywood and Disneyland for "St...
CoasterRadio.com #1335 - 2019 California Trip and Event Preview
June 19, 2019 00:00 - 31 minutes - 25.6 MBOur 2019 event "Magic Mountain Magical Friday" is coming up on June 21st! On this week's episode, we preview that event, including everything that is scheduled to happen that day! We also talk about the other places we'll visit during our trip to the West Coast... Universal Studios Hollywood, Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, Disney California Adventure and of course... Star Wars: galaxy's Edge!
CoasterRadio.com #1334 - The Most Under-Rated Coasters
June 14, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBWe've all heard of coasters like "Fury 325" and "Millennium Force." They get talked about and debated constantly. But what about the fantastic rides out there that never get mentioned in passionate discussions on social media or theme park podcasts? On this week's show, we talk about the most Under-Rated Coasters and why they should receive more respect. We also talk about the latest news from around the industry and open the CR Mailbag! Plus, there's a big announcement about the "Magi...
CoasterRadio.com #1333 - Shocking News
June 07, 2019 00:00 - 42 minutes - 49.2 MBThere is a lot of "behind-the-scenes" prep happening as we get ready for "Magic Mountain Magical Friday: An All Inclusive VIP Event!" (We're only two weeks away!) But there is a ton of news to talk about from all over the amusement industry! Plus, we find out if any of our listeners made a correct guess in our latest "Soundwave" contest!
CoasterRadio.com #1332 - Wild One Privileges Revoked
May 31, 2019 00:00 - 30 minutes - 25.3 MBWe normally do four shows a month, so this is a BONUS episode of CoasterRadio.com! We talk about the news of the week, give some updates on the "Magic Mountain Magical Friday" event on June 21st, give the first clue in our new Soundwave Contest and hear from an ANGRY fan of Six Flags who has a warning for us.
CoasterRadio.com #1331 - Star Wars: First Look
May 24, 2019 00:00 - 50 minutes - 41 MBStar Wars: Galaxy's Edge is easily the biggest theme park story of 2019. (It might be the biggest theme park story ever.) One of our listeners got a chance to experience the entire land before it opened to the public. He ate in the restaurants, shopped in the stores and rode "Smuggler's Run." He'll tell us what he saw and if the new land is as impressive as we all hope. The guys also take a look at some of the top stories in the amusement industry... including Universal Orlando making...
CoasterRadio.com #1330 - The Design Team Behind "The Beast"
May 17, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 53 MB"The Beast" at Kings Island is one of the most legendary coasters in the world. On this week's episode of CoasterRadio.com, we present "The Beast" with a very special honor. We also talk with two of the original designers of this iconic coaster... Jeff Gramke and Al Collins. We'll hear how they designed this coaster 40 years ago without the aid of computers. We'll also hear fun stories about the construction of the ride and its early years. Mike and EB will also talk through some of...
CoasterRadio.com #1329 - New Roller Coaster Thrills
May 10, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBIt's not often that a completely new concept is added to a roller coaster train. This week, we heard about an interactive one from Gerstlauer... and it is amazing. During our Quick Hits segment, we talk about leaked blueprints, new metal detectors, new ride reviews and an animatronic of our beloved half-giant Hagrid. EB also gives detailed reviews of all of the roller coasters at Six Flags Great America outside of Chicago. Plus, the Championship Round in our "Best Coaster Name" tourna...
CoasterRadio.com #1328 - Six Flags is Great!
May 03, 2019 00:00 - 58 minutes - 47.7 MBKings Dominion posted an interesting sign outside the de-construction walls of "Volcano: The Blast Coaster." We talk about what it says and what it could mean. During our "Quick Hits" segment, we review three new rides that recently opened. We also hear from listeners who were on-site for the openings of all three attractions! We also unveil the FINAL FOUR in our "Best Roller Coaster Name of All-Time" Tournament. There were some surprising upsets in the Elite Eight round! Then, EB wil...
CoasterRadio.com #1327 - Pirates, Stormtroopers, and Antique Cars
April 26, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 63.8 MBThere's a lot of action on this week's episode of CoasterRadio.com! First up, Zamperla has asked Mike and EB to provide the voices of two "booty loving" pirates for their Galleon ride. The guys will record their original script live on the air before they submit it to the ride manufacturer. ARRRRRGH! Then it's time for QUICK HITS. The guys discuss teenagers fighting in the park, Kentucky Flyer, the Flying Aerobar and the reservation system for Star Wars Galaxy's Edge. After a look in...
CoasterRadio.com #1326 - Inside The Golden Tiki
April 19, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBThis week's show is all about themed environments! We start off with our FIRST DROP... and it's all about two different types of dark rides... interactive and passive. We'll talk about whether it's better (and more profitable for parks) to create rides where guests are shooting targets or ones where they simply get taken in by the story. During our Quick Hits segment, we discuss staff cuts at Sea World, a classic sign at Disneyland being removed, a Hunger Games attraction in Las Vegas a...
CoasterRadio.com #1325 - Listener Questions Show
April 12, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBOne of our FAVORITE shows of the year is where we can drop our regular format and take an entire episode to answer all of your questions. The fun thing about this show is that the questions are all over the place. Yes, there are questions about theme parks and thrill rides. But there are also questions about pop culture, Mike/EB, the podcast itself and a lot of other topics!
CoasterRadio.com #1324 - First Parks of Spring
April 05, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBKings Dominion was in the news again as they started the removal process of "Volcano: The Blast Coaster." We kick off this week's show questioning whether or not the iconic mountain structure that once housed three attractions might survive. During our Quick Hits segment, we talk about several of this week's most interesting stories in the amusement industry, including: An update on the incident on El Loco Tigris is now testing with comfort collars "Stranger Things" is returning t...
CoasterRadio.com #1323 - HOT or NOT 2019!
March 29, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBThis week's show kicks off with a review of Carowinds' new roller coaster for 2019 - Copperhead Strike! Cincinnati Jon was on-site for a first ride and a first look at this double-launch coaster from Mack! During our Quick Hits segment, we talk about several of this week's most interesting stories in the amusement industry, including: Green Lantern at Six Flags Magic Mountain is no more Details about Jurassic World: The Ride are revealed Then, it's time for us to take a look at...
CoasterRadio.com #1322 - EB Plants Six Flags Over Texas
March 22, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBWe had originally planned to take this week off to make room for our Spring Break plans. BUT, we decided to record a special episode to talk about EB's visit to Six Flags Over Texas and his upcoming visit to Six Flags Fiesta Texas!
CoasterRadio.com #1321 - A Tour of Disney's Star Wars
March 08, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 63.3 MBThis week, Busch Gardens Tampa announced that RMC will be working their magic on the former wooden dueling coaster Gwazi. We'll have some news about what is expected for 2020. During our Quick Hits segment, we talk about several of this week's most interesting stories in the amusement industry, including: Knotts Berry Farm possibly expanding Ghost Town It looks like Six Flags is getting a mobile food ordering app ready Georgia Scorcher and Apollo's Chariot are getting some fresh p...
CoasterRadio.com #1320 - March Madness
March 01, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 49.8 MBWe start off this week's show with an update on the tragic story at Schlitterbahn. A judge recently tossed out the case brought against the park's owner and ride designer. During our Quick Hits segment, we talk about several of this week's most interesting stories in the amusement industry, including: Copperhead Strike has seatbelts and people are upset Cedar Point’s Forbidden Frontier on Adventure Island Cedar Point letting people carry cell phone in line for Steel Vengeance once...
CoasterRadio.com #1319 - "The Legend" Behind Holiday World's Coasters
February 21, 2019 01:00 - 39 minutes - 32 MBEB is in the CoasterRadio.com studio alone this week and has a TON of great content! He'll unveil the Interactive Brackets that will help us decide the "Greatest Roller Coaster Name of All Time." He'll also read some letters from the Mailbag! After that, he'll interview Paula Werne from Holiday World to hear stories about how they decided upon the names for classic rides like The Voyage, The Legend, The Raven and Thunderbird. Finally, EB will read some letters from our female listeners...
CoasterRadio.com #1318 - Heartbreak: Volcano
February 15, 2019 01:00 - 52 minutes - 42.5 MBThe off-season is usually pretty quiet here at CoasterRadio.com. But this week, we're talking about one of the biggest theme park stories we have heard in awhile. Kings Dominion has announced that "Volcano: The Blast Coaster" will no longer be operating at the park. We'll talk all about this ride and the reaction to its removal. During our Quick Hits segment, we talk about several of this week's most interesting stories in the amusement industry, including: Busch Gardens Williamsburg'...
CoasterRadio.com #1317 - 2019 Season Preview with Arthur Levine - Part 2
February 08, 2019 01:00 - 55 minutes - 45.4 MBLast week, we had a fun time talking about many of the new attractions coming to parks in 2019! But there are STILL MORE to talk about! Once again, we are joined by our good friend, theme park expert Arthur Levine. Arthur writes about theme parks for USA Today, Trip Savvy, IAPPA and other companies. He says we are are currently living in a "golden age" of theme parks. On this week's show, we'll preview rides like the Harry Potter coaster at Islands of Adventure, West Coast Racers at Six ...
CoasterRadio.com #1316 - 2019 Season Preview with Arthur Levine - Part 1
February 01, 2019 01:00 - 59 minutes - 48.4 MB2019 is shaping up to be one of the more amazing years in recent memory when it comes to theme park attractions. Sure, we're all excited by the amazing things we are hearing about Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, but there are dozens of other new rides and attractions coming to parks across the world. This week, we are joined by our good friend, theme park expert Arthur Levine. Arthur writes about theme parks for USA Today, Trip Savvy, IAPPA and other companies. He says we are are currently liv...
CoasterRadio.com #1315 - Summer 2019 Meet-Up Announcement
January 25, 2019 01:00 - 55 minutes - 45 MBUniversal Orlando is building a gigantic new multi-launch, special effects filled coaster themed to Harry Potter. But this week, plans were leaked for a SECOND COASTER at the same park themed to Jurassic World. We'll take a look at the layout and discuss the rumors. During our Quick Hits segment, we talk about several of this week's most interesting stories in the amusement industry, including: Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge to be 28 minutes long experience "Soaring Fantastic Flight" at To...
CoasterRadio.com #1314 - "Coaster"Damus and The Best New Attraction of 2018
January 18, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBBefore we start looking ahead to 2019... we have a bit of "housekeeping" to do in regards to last year. It's time to announce the winner of the CoasterRadio.com "Best New Attraction of 2018" Award. After that, it's time for "Coaster"Damus! We take a look at our predictions from last year to see which ones came true. Then, we hear from our listeners as they make bold guesses as to what will happen in 2019! Who will be a true-blue "Coaster"Damus?
CoasterRadio.com #1313 - Winter Break Wrap-Up
January 11, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 50 MBWalt Disney imagined Disneyland as a place where parents and their children could have fun together. But even he couldn't imagine how popular his park would become. This week, Disney dramatically raised the prices at their Southern California park. Did they do this with the hope of thining the crowds out before "Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge" opens? During our Quick Hits segment, the guys talk about several of this week's most interesting stories in the amusement industry, including: West ...
CoasterRadio.com #1312 - The Best New Attraction of 2018
December 21, 2018 01:00 - 1 hour - 52 MBThis week's First Drop takes a look at the new "roller coaster" that will be built on a Carnival Cruise Ship. "The Bolt" will run on 800 feet of track at a maximum height of 187 feet above the sea level and a top speed of 40 mph. We'll talk about what type of reception this is likely to get from coaster fans and if this ride even deserves to be called a "coaster." During our Quick Hits segment, the guys talk about several of this week's most interesting stories in the amusement industry, i...
CoasterRadio.com #1311 - OMG: A Name and a Game
December 14, 2018 02:30 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBWe are using this season of the show to determine the greatest roller coaster name of all time. To help us figure out what goes into picking the perfect name, we'll be talking with experts at the parks to hear their stories about how their iconic rides were named. This week, we are joined by Brian Knoebel, co-owner and manager of Knoebels and Stacy Ososkie, public relations director at Knoebels. They will tell us the stories behind the naming of Phoenix, Flying Turns, Twister, Impulse and ...
CoasterRadio.com #1310 - 2018 Holiday Gift Guide
December 07, 2018 01:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBThis week's show kicks off with a look at a really interesting survey that Six Flags has been sending to their guests. Inside the survey are hints at two different types of roller coasters that could be coming to the lineups at several parks. Which ones could they be? During our Quick Hits segment, the guys talk about several of this week's most interesting stories in the amusement industry, including: Universal could be looking to eliminate the "walk of shame" Six Flags Fiesta Texa...
CoasterRadio.com #1309 - Sick of IAAPA
November 30, 2018 01:00 - 56 minutes - 45.9 MBThis week's show kicks off with a look at an interesting lawsuit brought against Six Flags over the use of biometrics in the parks. The mother of a park guest is suing the the amusement chain because she claims Six Flags took her son's biometric identifiers (thumbprints) without her permission. The result of the lawsuit will affect how biometrics are used in the parks. During our Quick Hits segment, the guys talk about several of this week's most interesting stories in the amusement indust...
CoasterRadio.com #1308 - Disney Imagineer Tracey Noce and the Incredicoaster
November 23, 2018 01:00 - 26 minutes - 21.7 MBIt's a really special week here at CoasterRadio.com! Not only are we welcoming a brand new baby girl into the family, we are also getting a chance to interview Disney Imagineer Tracey Noce who was the Creative Director for "Incredicoaster" and the Incredibles Park area of Pixar Pier, which opened in June at Disney California Adventure! Tracey tells us what it was like to re-imagine an iconic attraction like "California Screamin'." She also tells us some behind the scenes stories about t...
CoasterRadio.com #1307 - Good Content, Not Amateurish
November 16, 2018 01:00 - 1 hour - 52.6 MBThis week, the guys take a look at upcoming events for coaster enthusiasts in 2019. After some reflection, they explore if it's time to start a "CoasterRadio.com Club" (with membership cards.) Could this happen soon? During our Quick Hits segment, the guys talk about several of this week's most interesting stories in the amusement industry, including: Screamscape says RMC will build a new coaster at Great Adventure in the spot where Rolling Thunder used to be Six Flags Over Georgia ...
CoasterRadio.com #1306 - What's in a Name?
November 09, 2018 01:00 - 1 hour - 52.8 MBThe theme park industry is in a constant state of flux. The change is driven by many things. But this week, our "First Drop" focuses on the "Experience Economy" and how a specific group of tourists choose to visit theme parks and other exotic places because of the "social media" opportunities they provide. During our Quick Hits segment, the guys talk about several of this week's most interesting stories in the amusement industry, including: New attraction patents from Universal Disn...
CoasterRadio.com #1305 - Disney Imagineer Dave Minichiello
November 02, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBThe Off-Season is here and that means the local parks are closed to most of us (except for you lucky ones in Florida and California!) To help combat the "Off-Season Blues," Mike and EB have some ideas that will tide you over until the parks open again in March. During our Quick Hits segment, the guys talk about several of this week's most interesting stories in the amusement industry, including: What will be inside "Marvel Land" at Disney California Adventure? Mickey and Minnie’s Ru...
CoasterRadio.com #1304 - The Curse of CoasterRadio.com
October 26, 2018 00:00 - 56 minutes - 46.2 MBWe kick off this week's show by welcoming back the designers of "Mystic Motel," one of the greatest home haunts ever created. These guys actually developed a dark ride in their home...complete with moving vehicles. They join us for a second appearance to update us on some big plans they have for the future. During our Quick Hits segment, the guys talk about several of this week's most interesting stories in the amusement industry, including: Disneyland might be interested in the land ...
CoasterRadio.com #1303 - Haunts and Celebs
October 19, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBHalloween Horror Nights is one of the most anticipated haunt events of the season. This week, we're joined by Brian and Tim from The Civil Gore podcast to talk about their recent trip to Universal Orlando and their experience at houses like "Stranger Things" and "Poltergeist." The guys will also give their picks for the best Horror Films set inside theme parks! During our Quick Hits segment, the guys talk about several of this week's most interesting stories in the amusement industry, incl...
CoasterRadio.com #1302 - Fright Nights and Coaster Coffins
October 12, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBEnglish Composer Nick Hutson has been a long-time friend of the show. His career is on the rise! He composed much of the music currently running at Thorpe Park's Fright Nights. We'll talk to Nick about the process of creating themed environments using music. We'll also hear how he used EB and Mike's voices in many of the scarezones and the launch announcement for Stealth! During our Quick Hits segment, the guys talk about several of this week's most interesting stories in the amusement ind...
CoasterRadio.com #1301 - Season 13 Premiere with Ride Entertainment Group
October 05, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 52.7 MB"Lucky" Season 13 begins! This week, we'll pull back the curtain of the podcast to give you a behind-the-scenes look at what listeners had to say in our 2018 Survey. What parts of the podcast were hits and what parts bombed? We'll also take some time to give some commentary on some of the big new stories in the amusement industry that happened while we are on break. Finally, we'll talk with Ed Hiller, CEO of Ride Entertainment Group. He'll tell us all about his company and how they are...
CoasterRadio.com #1247 - Coaster Commentary - Maxx Force and Steel Curtain
September 28, 2018 00:00 - 5 minutes - 88.6 MB VideoAs we get ready for Episode 500 next week, Mike and EB are back with another Coaster Commentary. They are taking a look at animations for Maxx Force at Six Flags Great America and Steel Curtain at Kennywood!
CoasterRadio.com #1246 - Coaster Commentary - Copperhead Strike and West Coast Racers
September 21, 2018 00:00 - 5 minutes - 99.1 MB VideoMike and EB debut their first "Coaster Commentary" and talk about Copperhead Strike at Carowinds and West Coast Racers at Six Flags Magic Mountain...while watching animation of the new rides!
CoasterRadio.com #1245 - Copperhead Strike, West Coast Racers, Maxx Force and MORE!
August 31, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBAugust 30, 2018 was "Announcement Day" for the Six Flags chain and Carowinds. When you combine all of the news of their 2019 additions with what we have already heard from Canada's Wonderland and Kennywood... there is A LOT to talk about. As we close out the 12th season of CoasterRadio.com, we take a look at what is in store for these parks in 2019!
CoasterRadio.com #1244 - JUDGE EB: Star Wars vs. Star Trek
August 24, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBThen, they shocked everyone again with the announcement of a new Star Wars themed land coming to both Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Universal had a gigantic hit of their own with "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter," and rumors abound about what they might choose to do at their 4th Gate in Orlando. What would happen if Universal created a "Star Trek" land to rival "Star Wars" land? On this week's show, a fan from each franchise steps into the courtroom of JUDGE EB! They'll have th...