CoasterRadio.com: The Original Theme Park Podcast

Indiana Beach, a classic park we thought was DEAD, has come back to life. We have the details. We'll also talk about how some countries and states have specific plans for re-opening the parks. even during the COVID-19 outbreak. Then, we'll take a look at all of the coasters built from 1990-1999 and figure out which one was most influential.

On April 25, 2005, a group of guys got together and recorded themselves talking about theme parks and thrill rides. They put it online as a podcast and called it "Coaster Radio." 15 years and 568 episodes later, the show is still here. Join us this week (for episode #569) to celebrate the podcast and have some good discussion the parks and rides we all love.

Last week, we got in to a heated debate on what was the most influential roller coaster of the 70's... and we didn't quite agree on an answer. This week, we do the same thing with the 1980s.  Will this be a tough call?  Or is the answer obvious? We also talk about some new attraction rumors and the possibility of a GEEKFEST at Universal Orlando.

Each decade is responsible for specific influences and innovations, even in the amusement industry. This week, we take a look at the 1970's and talk about what roller coasters were influential... even affecting the rides we have today.

The studios still on lockdown, but that doesn't stop us from bringing you another hour-plus episode!

Everyone is still on lockdown...or should be. (If you're out there livin' it up like this is some extended Spring Break, stay at home fool!) So, since the parks are closed, it's a good time to spend an hour hanging out, answering your questions and talking about the parks. We rant, we rave and we actually have some fun too. Join us!

Take a break from the "doom and gloom" and get a few laughs with us this week as we answer your listener questions! You guys sent in over 100 really good questions for us to answer and we'll go through them all over the next few weeks!

A lot of news piles up when we take a week off... this week, with the background of the Coronavirus, we talk about news stories from all over the amusement industry. Forgive us if the show goes a little off the rails this week. Just like many of you, we're living in stressful times and needed to blow off steam.

Disney CEO Bob Iger is stepping down and will be replaced by another Bob (Chapek), who has recently been in charge of Disney Parks worldwide.  What does this mean for the industry and why are Disney fans worried? We'll also cover the latest news, hear some Live Trip Reports and listen to what you have been giving up to ensure that you can afford those expensive season passes. PLUS... we unveil the first CoasterRadio.com Listener Meet-Up of 2020!

The amusement industry was shocked this week when Apex Park announced that they would be closing Indiana Beach.  What will become of their classic rides and roller coasters?  We'll talk about it. Then, we'll talk to Blake Braswell, Show Director at Universal Orlando about the resort's Mardi Gras celebration! There's a lot that goes into bringing the spirit of Bourbon Street to the park, we'll hear all about it!

This week, we catch up on all of the news stories we missed while we were doing our 2020 preview shows! We also hear some of your Live Trip Reports from parks around the globe. And... we get into a good debate about which state has the best roller coasters.

USA Today's Arthur Levine joins us once again to take a look at more rides and attractions that will be opening up in parks across the world in 2020.

It's time for some of our favorite episodes of the year! We are joined by theme park expert Arthur Levine of USA Today to talk about all of the major new rides and attractions coming to theme parks in 2020.

We're just starting to get hyped about all of the new attractions for 2020. But this week, it's a 2021 rumor that is dominating the news.  We'll tell you all about it. Then, it's the long-awaited return of one of our favorite game show rip-offs!  It's time to find out if one of our listener has what it takes when we play "Who Wants to Be a CoasterBoy!"

This week's episode begins with a look at news from around the amusement industry... including an interesting lawsuit, some "accidental" vandalism and an anticipated ride finally opening. Then, we announce that a fan favorite contest will be returning to CoasterRadio.com! Finally, we hear some park-related New Year's Resolutions from our listeners!