We've all encountered them... rude guests at the theme park.
Odds are, even if you've visited parks just a hand-full of times, you've probably been shocked by the rude, profane, gross, unhygienic, selfish, inhumane or downright illegal actions of others.
For our next show, we want to hear from you about the worst things you've seen other guests do at the theme park.
No story is too "out there!" No story is too gross!
There are only a few attractions in the world that a true thrill ride aficionado would think twice about riding.
One may have just opened in Southern California.
Six Flags Magic Mountain just unveiled the world's tallest drop tower ride... Lex Luthor: Drop of Doom.
Maxing out at 400 feet with a top speed of 85 mph, this new ride has been making enthusiasts wonder if they have what it takes to ride.
On this week's episode, Mike and EB break down the new ride. They even produced a video podcast where they provide "DVD-Style" commentary as they watch on-board video of the ride!
Mike also gives us a Trip Report from his recent visit to Michigan's Adventure.
It was Mike's first trip to the park, so he talks about his over all impressions and reviews of each of the park's roller coasters.
One of them actually cracked his Top 10 list!
The guys also asked the listeners to write in with their favorite movies or film scenes that take place at theme parks or on roller coasters.
The audience responded with some well-known favorites and some really obscure flicks.
After you hear this show, you'll be headed to Netflix or YouTube to see if you can find some of these movies!
Plus, we have a Live Trip Report from Six Flags Great Adventure, an in-studio visit AND information on the 2012 CoasterRadio.com Olympics!
Yes, we know Lex Luthor: Drop of Doom at Six Flags Magic Mountain isn't a roller coaster, but it's unique and downright scary enough to devote an entire video podcast to it.
This week, the second of those winners is stepping up to the plate to see
if she has what it takes to live up to the pressure of producing a crazy
podcast like this.
Stacey and Walt
This week, Mike and EB are joined by Denise from Virginia along with Stacey from Michigan. The two will give the female perspective on going to Walt Disney World alone.
The girls will talk about everything from dining and riding alone to possibly getting hit on by the International Cast Members at EPCOT.
They'll also talk about some of the hidden gems in the Disney Parks that you can usually only find if you are there alone.
We also have a Live Trip Report from Kings Dominion and Intimidator 305, an update on The CoasterRadio.com Olympics AND we have the World Premiere of C-Pain's Summertime Hit for 2012 - Orange Shirt Girl!
We're back with a jam-packed, all-new episode of The Original Theme Park Podcast!
This week, we talk about Six Flags Discovery Kingdom's new roller coaster "Superman: Ultimate Flight!"
It may last less than 60-seconds, but what it lacks in ride time it makes up for by being unique. The new ride includes multi-directional launches, several non-inverting loops and a barrel-roll at 150 feet in the air! (That's one of the tallest inversions in the world!)
As a bonus to this week's audio podcast, the guys have also produced a video podcast that shows you footage of the new ride along with some "Coaster Commentary!"
The guys also discuss Mike's trip to Walt Disney World.
Mike had a chance to try out the new "Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom" interactive game. Is it work trying out the next time you're in Orlando? Mike will let us know!
Mike also recorded some on-board audio while riding "Big Thunder Mountain Railroad" and "Space Mountain" at the Magic Kingdom. Be sure to wear your headphones while listening... you'll feel like you're there with him!
Plus, we also have a Live Trip Report from Six Flags Great Adventure and news about the CoasterRadio.com Olympics!
Among the many topics n this week's show, is the new roller coaster at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Northern California... Superman: Ultimate Flight.
This is really one of the strangest and most interesting looking roller coasters that we've seen in the last decade.
As a bonus to this week's episode, Mike and EB watch video of the new coaster and comment on everything including the layout, restraints, theming and even the people the park chose to ride it on-camera!
It's the perfect complement to this week's regular show!
*You can watch each game by clicking on the name of the contestant!
With the Summer Olympics taking place this year, we thought it would be fun to have a worldwide competition at theme parks across the planet.
It features a game found at almost every amusement park. It requires skill, timing and a lot of quarters!
Ladies and Gentlemen, The Original Theme Park Podcast is proud to present the 2012 CoasterRadio.com Olympics!
Here’s how it works:
1) Head to your local amusement park and find the nearest Skee-Ball, Ice Ball or equivalent machine.
2) Have someone shoot a video of you playing an entire 9-Ball game. Before you begin, state your name, where you’re from and that you’re competing in the “CoasterRadio.com Olympics.” (This will help us ensure that people aren’t submitting videos that have already been uploaded to YouTube.)
3) Here’s the most important part… the video has to be one continuous shot. There can not be any edits in the video. Video edits automatically disqualify you.
4) Make sure the video shows you throwing all nine balls and then finishes with a shot of the final score.
5) Post the video on YouTube and name the it “CoasterRadio.com Olympics” with your name and where you are from. Here is an example of what it could look like:
Other Rules
* It must be a traditional length machine with nine balls.
* It can have 100 point targets.
* If you play “Ice Ball” or a similar game with targets that are over 100 points, our judges will translate your points into the traditional scoring system.
* No purchase is necessary. This competition is open to everyone.
The competition will run from Memorial Day weekend though Labor Day Weekend.
We will keep a leaderboard on the CoasterRadio.com blog so fans and competitors can track who has the highest scores.
At the end of the competition, we will award a Gold, Silver and Bronze winner.
The Gold Winner will receives two tickets to a Halloween event at a park near you! PLUS, we are working on adding more prizes for the winners!
