TSPP returns to preview Midsummer Scream 2026 (August 7-9) at the Long Beach Convention Center with Creative Director, Rick West. Along with conversation on the huge Halloween Event we pay tribute to the late great Richard Knoebel of Knoebels Amusement Resort, Doug's Knott's & Magic Mountain summer trip review, first haunt experience talk, and Six Flags Great Adventure's newly announced Bakunawa. Enjoy.

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Midsummer Scream Halloween Convention

Thrill Rags

Thrill Rags: The American Statehood Series

Walt Disney Birthplace

The Season Pass on TikTok

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TSPP is going "old school" this week! American Coaster Enthusiast and the Director of the Legacy of Arrow Development & the Legacy of Schwarzkopf, Meow Wolf's Nicholas Laschkewitsch joins Doug, Brent, and Robert for a full-blown Roller Coaster Geek-Out! Discussion on Universal Coasters, Busch Gardens Kumba, Six Flags Magic Mountain Revolution, Knott's Montezooma's Revenge, plus plenty of Meow Wolf talk (new location opening soon in Los Angeles, CA), and more. Recorded on July 15th (so it's already old news in the coaster world). Enjoy.

Links:

Thrill Rags

Thrill Rags: The American Statehood Series

Ace Online (American Coaster Enthusiasts)

Meow Wolf

Legacy of Arrow Development Documentary

Legacy of Schwarzkopf Documentary

The Great American Revolution—50 Years of a Coaster Legend

Nic's Corner Productions

Walt Disney Birthplace

The Season Pass on TikTok

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TSPP 2026 rolls on with a good friend returning to the Season Pass! Bob Rogers (Founder of BRC Imagination Arts) discusses his new book DEEP STORY; coming soon to a book store near you…or online. We celebrate the world of Themed Entertainment and Experience, as well as hash up some of Bob's past experiences in the industry and old classic Walt Disney stories. Enjoy.

Links:

Bob Rogers Website (Deep Story Book)

Walt Disney Birthplace

MiceChat

Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z'nuff on iTunes

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Join Nick Hutson and Mike Jeavons for another packed episode of Nick's ERT Season Pass Podcast as the duo dive headfirst into the latest developments surrounding the upcoming Universal United Kingdom Resort project! With infrastructure work accelerating, transport plans evolving and construction activity ramping up around the Bedford site, Nick and Mike break down what the newest announcements could mean for the future of theme parks in the UK.

Plus, Mike is preparing for an exciting adventure to Japan including visits to Universal Studios Japan and other iconic attractions, so the pair chat ride wish-lists, park strategies, Japanese theme park culture and everything Mike is hoping to experience on his upcoming trip.

What does the next decade look like for the UK theme park industry?

Nick sits down with theme park commentator and analyst Shawn Sanbrooke for a wide-ranging discussion about the biggest developments shaping Britain's attractions landscape. We explore the latest progress on Universal Studios Bedford, what the arrival of a major new resort could mean for the UK market, and how existing parks may respond.

We also look at what's on the horizon for Alton Towers, Chessington World of Adventures, and Paultons Park, discussing recent investments, rumoured projects and how each park is positioning itself for the future.

With new rides, expanding resorts, and international competition on the way, how will the UK theme park scene evolve over the next six years — and beyond? Will Universal change everything, or will Britain's established parks rise to the challenge?

Join Nick and Shawn as they dig into the opportunities, risks, and exciting possibilities ahead for UK theme park fans.

Nick is joined by Serena from CoasterForce for a passionate deep dive into the legendary Halloween event Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Florida.

A huge fan of the event, Serena shares what makes Halloween Horror Nights so special – from the immersive storytelling to the unforgettable haunted houses that have defined the event over the years. Together, Nick and Serena count down some of their favourite houses, the ones they'd love to see created in the future, and even a few they hope never return. They also talk about the houses they regret missing and the legends of the event that have become part of Horror Nights folklore.

The conversation also explores how video game properties are increasingly influencing the event's haunted houses, and what that might mean for the future of Horror Nights. Finally, Nick and Serena look ahead to the arrival of Universal Studios Great Britain, discussing how Halloween Horror Nights could evolve when it eventually reaches the UK – and how the event might need to adapt for British audiences when the park is expected to open in Bedford in 2031.

A must-listen for Halloween Horror Nights fans, theme park enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the future of immersive seasonal events.

TSPP returns in 2026 celebrating the life of a good friend and a legend in the Themed Entertainment Industry, Eddie Sotto. Christopher Merritt (Creative Director-Universal Creative/Author of Knott's Preserved, The Happiest Place on Earth) joins Doug, Brent, and Robert to look back on the incredible legacy of Eddie. Enjoy.

Links:

Chris Merritt & Don Hahn's The Happiest Place on Earth (Amazon Books)

Walt Disney Birthplace

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Nick is joined by Adam for a packed episode of Nick's ERT, diving deep into the latest theme park news from the UK, Europe, and beyond.

Adam is gearing up for his second visit to Epic Universe, and the pair discuss what makes a return trip so exciting — and what Adam is most looking forward to experiencing again.

Back on home turf, they break down Paultons Park's brand-new Viking land, discuss the arrival of Paw Patrol at Chessington World of Adventures, and speculate on what the future might hold for Chessington — including rumours of a potential Minecraft-themed area.

Elsewhere in the UK, they chat about Bluey's continued theme park expansion at Alton Towers Resort, and take a look north to Blackpool, where a dramatic new Gyro Swing ride is set to change the skyline.

Internationally, Nick and Adam discuss the newly announced LEGO Space coaster planned for California and Florida, and ask the big question: should something similar come to Windsor to help compete with Universal's expected UK arrival around 2031?

They also touch on guest experience concerns at Busch Gardens, questioning locker charging policies, before finishing in Paris with thoughts on Disney Adventure World at Disneyland Paris — including excitement around its upcoming Frozen-themed ride.

Nick welcomes back return guest Mike for a timely and fascinating conversation about two huge pieces of Universal news. Fresh from a visit to Epic Universe, Mike shares his on-the-ground impressions of Universal's newest theme park and how it's shaping expectations for the future of immersive entertainment.

The discussion then turns much closer to home with the announcement of Universal Studios UK — a development that's especially personal for Mike, who lives within walking distance of the proposed site. Together, Nick and Mike unpack how the news broke, what the reaction from local residents has been like, and Mike's own evolving views on what the project could mean for the area, the UK theme park industry, and fans alike.

Mike also talks about his work covering the story in depth through his own shows, including his Universal-focused podcast BRICKING IT, and his YouTube channel Universal Studios Great Britain Updates, which tracks every rumour, update, and planning development surrounding the park.

A must-listen episode for anyone excited, curious, or cautiously optimistic about Universal's future in the UK — and what it feels like when a world-class theme park might be coming to your literal doorstep.

Nick's ERT on The Season Pass Podcast Episode: Nathan Brine – The Path to Paddington

In this episode, Nick sits down with Nathan Brine, Director of Live Stage Productions at The Path Entertainment Group — the team behind immersive attractions such as Monopoly Lifesized, SAW Escape Experience London and other large-scale experiential productions.

Nathan takes us behind the scenes of Paddington: The Immersive Adventure at London's iconic County Hall. They discuss the extraordinary technology powering the production, the creative development that brings Paddington's world to life and what it takes to run a major immersive show day-to-day.

Nick also pitches a new idea for how the experience could evolve in the future… and Nathan responds!