Coaster Talk Podcast

Some very intriguing news out of different sectors of the industry starts the show this week, and with it comes and even more exciting half. With ride closures, new manufacturer concepts, and deciding which coaster events should top the bucket list, there's so much fun to be heard on this weeks show! Not to mention, Gene Staples has another trick up his sleeves for us - find out what and our thoughts on it and a lot more on this week's episode of the show.

SHOW NOTES

• Avalanche not included on KD map 
• Canada's Wonderland's Coronavirus update & statement 
• Job Opening - IB Parks & Entertainment
• Owner of Fantasy Island has entered into agreement with Gene Staples
• RMC offering Family Coasters now
• Women gets kicked out of Frontier City; she claims guard says shorts too short

The guys enjoy a relaxed week of news and spend a lot of time chewing over and theorizing on what little news there is. After such transpires the guys hop to the second half of the show. This is where single rider lines and pre drops are examined. We just can't wait for you to hear our explorations this week!

SHOW NOTES:

• Six Flags La Ronde Cleared to open 
• Two arrested for attempting to enter Six Flags Mexico with submachine gun
• Globetrotters Return to SDC
• Harley Quinn Crazy Coaster permanently closed at Discovery Kingdom

Can Bob and James ever agree? Correct answer: NO. You'd still think a simple recap and review of a recent park they both visited couldn't possibly turn into a heated debate, but then again, it's Bob and James. Tune in this week for some quality news discussion, interesting weekly poll, and a look back at the visit to American Dream's Nickelodean Universe. 

SHOW NOTES:

• The roof on Verbolten's bridge has seemingly crashed, causing it's removal.
• Knoebels bomb threat thankfully falls through - police find no threat to the park
• Cedar Point drops outdoor mask requirement, temperature checks ahead of 2021 season
• SeaWorld Orlando testing new coaster, 'Ice Breaker,' with humans aboard
• Knott's Bear-y Tales: Return to the Fair
• US Thrill Rides introduces SkyScreamer

Bob, James, and a group of friends traveled up to Six Flags Great Adventure this past weekend. Listen in to hear Bob, someone who hasn't been to the park since 98', talk about his experience at the park. News, the weekly poll, and alot of fun are also present on this weeks episode. 

SHOW NOTES:

• New Park? (Alleged major park - somewhere) 
• California allows out of state vaccinated guests to visit parks
• New Coaster from Gerstlaurer 
• New Flume Concept via Zamperla
• Conneaut Lake Park may be the new Place to Buy Alcohol

James and Bob return from their week off, and of course that means tons of theme park and coaster talk! To their dismay though, there really isn't THAT much news to talk about. No matter, stick around for the second half as the guys discuss, argue, and chuckle about the past weeks Florida trip. You won't want to miss this one!

SHOW NOTES:

• Kings Dominion raises hourly pay for seasonal employees to $13
• Columbus Zoo to receive new coaster for 2021 "Tidal Twist" 
• Coaster Power Hours coming to Six Flags Great Adventure
• Conneaut Lake will not operate Blue Streak or Tumble Bug this year

This week Bob and James talk some of the very best April Fools related to the Amusement Park industry. Some big laughs are in store as they travel throughout the years and look back at some great schemes pulled by parks and news organizations alike. While the news is on the lighter side this week, great commentary is still afoot, and with that comes an entertaining show for sure!

SHOW NOTES:

• BGW Height Waiver Extended 
• Rider Thrown from Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster
• Fun Spot America Announces Addition of Sky Hawk Ride
• California Theme Parks Begin to Reopen

Wait...before you're tempted to skip this episode of the show, trust us, the title is coaster related. Timmy subs in for Bob this week and after the first half of the show things get pretty crazy in the "RCDB Random Coaster" segment of the show. This is where, you guessed it, a nude cow makes it's appearance. 

SHOW NOTES: 

• NC allows amusement parks to reopen at 100% capacity
• Lake Compounce rebranding for 175th birthday, moves up opening day to May 
• 114-year-old N.J. amusement park sold for $2.37M at auction. Buyer expected to reopen it.
• Aquatica is opening their new ride on a mysterious April 3 blackout date
• Disneyland proposing new expansions
• Tayto Park to get Hals-über-Kopf model Vekoma Suspended Coaster

With the recent Conneaut Lake acquisition by Todd Joseph and his company, people began to speculate what would come of the beloved park. Now, with a bit more information, Bob and James give their full in depth thoughts on the direction of the property and it's management. We also talk Florida, Mystery Mine, and much MUCH more!

SHOW NOTES:

• Conneaut Lake Park Plans 
  
• Clementon Park could be purchased by investor group 
  
• Dollywood Changes LROD track for 2021 Season Debut
• Disneyland, California theme parks prepare for reopening
  
• Cedar Point Early Entry Info

An absolute TON of news starts of this weeks unique and extensive show. Amusement park reopens, ride removals, and attraction construction FILL this episode. It is in the second half that the show gets possibly as unorthodox as we've ever gotten before. As the first ever "Coaster Talk Q&A" ensues, listen in James and Bob answer all the fantastic queries the audience sent in for them!

SHOW NOTES:

• California gives OK for parks to reopen April 1st
  
• Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Opening October 1st
  
• Super Nintendo World to open on March 18th
  
• Velocicoaster to open 'Summer' 2021
  
• Halloween Horror Nights Orlando 2021 announced
• Six Flags Over Georgia Sky Buckets to be removed
•  Stunt Pilot's first piece of track has been installed
• Kennywood announces opening day for 2021 season - Steel Curtain will reopen
  
• Could Jackalope Junction, a Western-style steampunk theme park, find a home in Ramona?
  
• Dollywood gives us updates on the park
• New owner sees long-term vision for Conneaut Lake Park

Take a chance, take a chance, take a chance on Chance... This episode consists of alleged RMC discussion, a KICK BUTT old wooden coaster spotlight, and the questioning of Seaworld's relationship with it's costumers. As well as why parks NEED to "take a chance" on a company that has brought us so many great rides and coasters. 

SHOW NOTES:

• Chance adds the option for inversions on the Hyper GT-X model 
• Six Flags Fiesta Texas  and Six Flags Over Texas will continue to require masks 
• Conneaut Lake Park sold at auction 
• Universal Orlando ‘evaluating’ future of Seuss Landing named after yanked book
• Epic Universe resumes construction