Tower Topics

By Tower Topics

Tower Topics is a podcast where Kings Island passion meets insider perspective. Hosted by Kings Island experts Don Helbig and Ryan Suhr. Not affiliated with Kings Island.

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The podcast currently has 369 episodes available.

Tower Topics episodes:

June 13, 2025 Is Kings Island Becoming a Second-Rate Park?
Cost synergies at their finest! The Kings Island we know might be at its weakest. On the latest episode, we discuss the park's recent fall from grace and how this, as a long term solution, may result in a second-rate reputation for the long haul.
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55min
June 11, 2025 How the Cost Synergies Are Impacting Your Visit
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42min
June 09, 2025 Who Is Tony Carovillano — and Why He Matters to You
Kings Island has a new Park Manager and it's a familiar face. What does Tony Carovillano bring to the table and how will this affect you as a guest?

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22min
June 06, 2025 Ads Everywhere: How Far Can It Go?
The "new" Six Flags is adopting the "old" Six Flags' strategy of putting ads on EVERYTHING. We are beginning to see it at Kings Island, but at what point does it diminish the guest experience? How far is too far?

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46min
June 04, 2025 The Truth About Fast Lane
Is it worth it?
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28min
June 02, 2025 Adventure Port Two Years Later
Two years ago, Adventure Port opened to the public. How did it hold up?

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37min
May 30, 2025 Farewell, Mike Koontz: Reflecting on His GM Legacy
Recently, Six Flags announced that they would be removing the position of VP and General Manager. Mike Koontz had been at the helm of Kings Island for over nine years.
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#kingsisland #coneyisland #themepark #amusementpark #disney #itps #dennisspiegel #internationalthemeparkservices #themeparkhistory #themeparkops #donhelbig #ryansuhr #kingsislandrides #kingsislandtopten #coasterstock #kishows #kingsislandtopten #Kingsislandrides #allparkpassport #kingsislandgoldpass #foodandwine #kingsislandfoodandwine #kingsislandevents #sumerbration #sixflags
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54min
May 28, 2025 Kings Island's Five Biggest Flops
Kings Island has had many successful rides in its history. These are not that.
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Check out Don's blog: http://www.themeparksbydon.com
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#kingsisland #coneyisland #themepark #amusementpark #disney #itps #dennisspiegel #internationalthemeparkservices #themeparkhistory #themeparkops #donhelbig #ryansuhr #kingsislandrides #kingsislandtopten #coasterstock #kishows #kingsislandtopten #Kingsislandrides #allparkpassport #kingsislandgoldpass #foodandwine #kingsislandfoodandwine #kingsislandevents #sumerbration #sixflags
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29min
May 26, 2025 Kings Island's Food And Wine: Worth The Sip?
Kings Island's Food & Wine Festival returns for its sophomoric year.
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28min
May 23, 2025 Kings Island and Kings Dominion: A Comparison
The similarities are different. Become a Tower Topics member for some great perks:
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53min

FAQs about Tower Topics:

How many episodes does Tower Topics have?

The podcast currently has 369 episodes available.

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