Season 2, Episode 3 - Crushing on America’s First Theme Park, Knott’s Berry Farm, with special guest Brian Cavallaro

Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) and returning special guest, writer/director/producer Brian Cavallaro, discuss how Jessica has recently rediscovered America’s first theme park, Knott’s Berry Farm. And by “rediscovered,” we mean she has completely fallen head over heels for this park. Jessica and Brian tell Ashleigh and all the listeners why they should give Knott’s Berry Farm a chance (especially if a certain other Southern California park is stressing them out.) After hearing about its fascinating history, great coasters, saloon, and affordable ticket prices, you may just be planning a trip to Knott’s before the episode is over. Count how many times we say the word “cute” as an extra bonus.

0:57 - Welcome back Brian Cavallaro!

3:00 - Why haven’t we talked about Knott’s before?

13:01 - Pricing, passes, and add-ons

18:30 - Discovering the history of the park and its connections to Disney

33:00 - Why some people are suddenly discovering this park

39:00 - Does Knott’s have a branding/theming problem?

48:00 - The Ghost Town actors

50:44 - Camp Snoopy and Merry Christmas Snoopy

54:47 - How the park has something for everyone

57:00 - The rollercoasters!

59:44 - Why we think Knott’s might need some branding help

60:09 - Should you have a touring plan for this park?

60:12 - Jessica’s top tip for visiting Knott’s Berry Farm

60:16 - Special Knott’s Edition of The Theme Parkettes 5 Questions

60:23 - What Brian is working on and where to find him online @briancavallaro

www.themeparkettes.com

TikTok @themeparkettes

Instagram - @thethemeparkettes

Jessica - @actorjessicagardner

Ashleigh - @happygoashleigh

Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com

Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com