Some Regional Park Oddities (Minisode)

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States.

The Regional Park Story Episode 10: Some Regional Park Oddities 

This week Ian explores some of the strangers parks and projects of the regional park era.

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S5E82 - Crazy Rides, Crazier Concepts

Sean and Alex discuss some well-known rides that were conceptualized to be even crazier!

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1978: The First Great Coaster Year (Minisode)

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States.

Episode 9: 1978: The First Great Coaster Year 

The growing popularity of roller coasters at American theme parks leads to a year with multiple record breakers. 

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S5E81 - Disneyland Paris Winter Visit

Sean and Alex talk about their recent visit to Disneyland Paris during their longest visit ever!

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The Regionalization of Amusement Parks (Minisode)

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States.

Episode 8: The Regionalization of Amusement Parks 

With the success of regional theme parks many traditional amusement parks began to adapt rides, theming, and operations in the regional park mold.

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Marriott's Great Americas (Minisode)

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States.

Episode 7 - Marriott's Great Americas 

Hospitality giant Marriott chose to enter the theme park market with one of the most ambitious projects ever, 2 theme parks opening the same year.

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S5E80 - Coasters & Dark Rides at IAAPA Orlando 2023

In this episode, Sean and Alex talk about their visit to IAAPA Orlando Expo 2023! With reveals from coaster compagnies such as Intamin & Gravity Group to dark rides from Sally & BoldMove Nation. Plus more talking about some waterslides and theme park food!

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The Virginia Sisters (Minisode)

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States.

Episode 6: The Virginia Sisters

In 1975 two parks would open a mere hour away from each other. Their different approaches and personalities has allowed them to coexist for almost 50 years in Virginia!

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S5E79 - First Timer Orlando - Walt Disney World

In this episode, Sven talks with Sean and Alex about his first time visiting Florida and its theme parks. This first part talks about Walt Disney World resort and highlights everything which lived up to the expectations and which didn't.

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Double Adventure for 1974 (Minisode)

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States.

Episode 5: Double Adventure for 1974 

1974 would bring two new regional parks to the United States, with significantly different approaches.

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S5E78 - NEW FOR 2024 - part 1: North America

2024 comes closer and we have a look at all the new attractions coming to North America in 2024! Which one are you most excited about?

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Parks for Smaller Markets (Minisode)

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States.

Episode 4: Parks for Smaller Markets 

Randall Duell and Associates remain busy designing parks throughout the early 70s for markets around the U.S.

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S5E77 - Armchair Imagineering: Six Flags Magic Mountain

Sean and Alex put on their Imagineering hats to tell you how they would improve Six Flags Magic Mountain. What would you do?

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Coney Island Finds Another Way (Minisode)

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States.

Episode 3: Coney Island Finds Another Way 

As regional parks begin opening across the U.S. Cincinnati's Coney Island and Taft Broadcasting collaborate to open their take on a regional theme park. 

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S5E76 - Inside Busch Gardens Williamsburg

Join Sean and Alex on a tour around Busch Gardens Williamsburg! Home to spectacular coasters such as Griffon, Apollo's Chariot, Pantheon, Alpengeist, and the brand new DarKoaster.

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The Randall Duell Gospel (Minisode)

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States.

Episode 2: The Randall Duell Gospel  

With the success of Six Flags Randall Duell and Associates soon found themselves busy constructing regional theme parks throughout the United States.

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S5E75 - Epic Preview of Epic Universe

Join Sean and Alex for an epic preview of Universal Orlando Resort's new-for-2025 theme park. This massive new destination will be home to some of the coolest themed lands, roller coasters, and dark rides in the World.

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Six Flags and the Birth of the Regional Theme Park (Minisode)

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States.

In 1961 Angus Wynne would unveil Six Flags over Texas, becoming the first successful regional theme park

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S5E74 - Geauga Lake: Too Big To Thrive

Get ready for an emotional roller coaster as Sean and Alex discuss the history of the former theme park in Ohio: Geauga Lake & Wildwater Kingdom!

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** Please note the audio differences from usual podcast releases and we appreciate your understanding as we use and troubleshoot new mic equipment.

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S5E73 - This Used To Be Cute

Sean and Alex talk about rides, theme parks, themed lands that used to be cute. Do you agree with the selection?

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