Coaster Talk Podcast

In the discussion on this episode is South Dakota's RMC Raptor, Dollywood's 2020 investment, and Kings Dominion's future. Also covered is something we all do, instead of attempting to enjoy the park, we're too concerned with "credit hunting". Lastly, the results of the round of 16 are realized - it's a great show this week!

Indiana Beach and Martin's Fantasy Island have both been closed, listen in as James and Bob speculate the reasoning and motives behind these closures. In other news, Cedar Fair's yearly earnings are great and Skyline Park is no longer going operate “Sky Dragster”. The guys discuss this as well. Finally, the round of 32 of the "Battle of the Ages" has concluded. Hear the countdown to the discovery of the best "coaster year" of all time. 

The guys talk about Kennywood's GM leaving unexpectedly, Six Flags being sued,  their upcoming theme park trips, and give a full in depth analysis of the results from the Battle of Ages round of 64!

The show this week is centered around two things: East Coaster 2020 and the new tournament the guys are doing, Battle of the Ages! Through this competition the goal is to find out the greatest coaster year of all time! And the best part is, the audience decides everything!

Some enthusiasts claim Giga status must only be claimed by rides that have full circuit layouts, others think differently. Listen in as James and Bob debate their points while also discussing the news of the week and giving a trip report from Busch Gardens Williamsburg!

Six Flags is having a rough time, SeaWorld looks to be continuing in it's chain-wide expansion, and Jersey Devil looks to be taking a late start...listen is as the guys discuss these things and many other industry related topics. Most importantly, their feelings toward trimbrakes!

James and Bob have found the dream job, a Theme Park Tester. Who wouldn't want $3000 dollars and all their travel costs covered? The guys also discuss “Gangster Granny: The Ride”, the widow of an amusement park ride, and countdown their top FAVORITE night rides! 

Bob and James talk the news of the industry, while also discussing whether or not they found 2019 to be a successful year in the parks.  

After around 2 months of no podcast (sorry) James, joined by Bob, happily welcomes you back to the show! This week, topics include the American Dream Mall, Cedar Point, and Holiwood Nights! 

Listen in as James discusses the theme park news of the week, then tells you all about his upcoming theme park plans!