In this episode, we cover a lot of ground!  From California to Colorado and Texas, the First Drop: Part Two looks at a new coaster, a relocated coaster and a brand new themed land.

The Prairie Screamer coaster made a big move, from a defunct park in California to Texas.  ACE News Editorial Director Tim Baldwin talks to John about this screaming location change and the coaster enthusiast preview day in the coaster’s new home.  

Then, Jessica talks to Amber Lightbody, ACE Rocky Mountain Regional Rep about the new Gerstlauer coaster Defiance at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park (Glenwood Springs, CO). 

We finish the episode by joining Jessica as she, Derek and Doug Perry recall their trip down a warp pipe and into Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood  (Universal City, CA).  This extensively-themed new land is getting a lot of attention, and rightfully so.    

[01:20] Prairie Screamer

[08:59] Defiance

[22:03] Super Nintendo World

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Hosts: Jessica Gardner & John Davidson

Producer: Derek Perry

Editor: Bob Randolph

Show Notes: Liz Tan