Thursday, December 27, 2012
CoasterRadio.com #712 - Clark Grizwold Would Love This!
Earlier this year, we were amazed when we got to see "World of Color" at Disney California Adventure.
It was absolutely amazing what the Imagineers could do with water, light and music.
"Backyard Imagineers" can do something similar around the winter holidays. They take thousands of lights and animate them to music using computer technology!
It's like having a mini "World of Color" in your front yard!
This week, EB and Mike take a look at some of the best home lighting displays for 2012!
Happy Holidays!
Friday, December 21, 2012
"A CoasterBoy Christmas"
It's time for an annual holiday tradition!
Neil Patrick Harris joins EB and Mike from the CoasterRadio.com Podcast for a reading of the traditional Holiday Poem... "A CoasterBoy Christmas."
It's the story of one coaster enthusiast's search for truth... no matter how rude and disgusting he must be to find it.
Thursday, December 20, 2012
CoasterRadio.com #711 - The Holiday Spectacular!
My friends, it's time for the 2012 Coaster Radio Holiday Spectacular!
There are a ton of gifts under the tree, including...
* Mike and EB's eerie predictions for theme parks in 2013.
* A Live Trip Report from Silver Dollar City
* A new "Christmas Carol" from one of the most famous theme park figures of 2012.
* The return of "Off Topic!" (Including a new listener topic feature!)
* And, we bring back the traditional reading of "A CoasterBoy Christmas" with our special guest star Neil Patrick Harris!
Thanks so much for listening to the show and letting us be a part of your lives. We hope that you and your families have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Check out all of the show notes and links in our new interactive ZEEN - "In Styleee!" It's brand new for Season Seven!
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A Note About This Week's Show
I felt sick to my stomach watching the coverage of the Newtown School Shooting on Friday. And over this past week, I could see how it's been weighing on the hearts of people around me... family, friends and even strangers.
The world seems a little different.
Seeing the faces of those innocent children and hearing the stories of the heroic teachers was very powerful... and very sobering.
The thought to cancel this week's show briefly crossed my mind. Then, I thought about dedicating part of the show to a discussion of the events.
But I think the best thing.... is to do what we always do.
It's our job to give you guys a brief escape from everyday life. We don't talk about politics. We don't talk about the things that divide us. We don't talk about senseless tragedy. We leave that to other people.
Instead, we do a goofy show about theme parks. And hopefully, we make you laugh.
Laughter is the best medicine. Laughter is what makes us feel alive. Laughter is a wonderful gift.
So, while EB and I don't directly talk about the tragedy in Connecticut on this week's show, please know that everyone there is in our thoughts and prayers... as are all of you.
Merry Christmas!
- Mike Collins
Thursday, December 13, 2012
CoasterRadio.com #710 - Outlaw Run and Game Show Fun
Here's a trivia question for you...Besides Walt Disney, who was Mike Collins' hero when he was growing up?
The answer: Bob Barker from The Price is Right.
Mike never got to meet Walt, but he did get a chance to meet Mr. Barker shortly after he retired from his game show.
On this week's show, Mike and EB will channel Bob's spirit as they unleash a new game show... THEME PARK SMARTS!
CoasterRadio.com listeners will hear actual members of the general public answer what we consider to be really easy questions about amusement parks. All the listeners will have to do is guess wheteher the person will get the answer right or wrong.
It sounds easy... but it's much harder than you might think!
That's right, America is getting not one, not two, but THREE inverting wooden roller coasters next year.
All three are under construction right now! But which one will wow theme park guests when summer rolls around?
Speaking of excellent rides....
It's time for our annual poll where we ask you guys what you think is the Best New Theme Park Attraction of the year. Make sure you vote between now and the end of the year. Mike and EB will be announcing the winner during the first show of 2013!
Also on this week's show, a Live Trip Report from Disneyland's Candlelight Processional and MUCH MORE!
Check out all of the show notes and links in our new interactive ZEEN - "In Styleee!" It's brand new for Season Seven!
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Talk about this episode by leaving a comment here on the blog.
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Vote for the Best New Attraction in 2012
There were a ton of new attractions all around the world that pushed the boundaries of thrills, technology and theming.
But which one made the most impact? Which one impressed the most people?
Which one was the best of 2012?
On our last show of the year, we'll take a look back at all of these new rides and attractions and choose one as the CoasterRadio.com Best New Attraction of 2012.
As always, we're interested in your opinion!
Check out the list below and let us know what attraction you think is #1 for 2012!
Wednesday, December 05, 2012
CoasterRadio.com #709 - Disney Dragons and Haunted Mansions
With all due respect to other theme park companies, no one does this better than Disney.
The story and immersive atmosphere of the "Haunted Mansion" attractions captivate guests around the world.
Recently, a group of filmmakers, special effects artists, composers and actors from Hollywood, California created an amazing short film that brings the lore of the "Haunted Mansion" to life.
On this week's show, we interview Jeremiah Daws and Lisa Livesay from the new short film "Missing in the Mansion."
We'll talk to them about the creative process behind the film, what it was like to shoot at Disneyland during normal park hours and how fans have reacted to what they created.
And speaking of creative things....
We'll talk about the mysterious creature that has been flying in the skies over the Magic Kingdom this week. Curious fans have been staying up late, trying to catch a glimpse of whatever has been flying over Cinderella Castle each night.
Mike and EB will break down what information is out there and possibly get an official answer to what the creature could be.
Plus, we have a Live Trip Report from Canobie Lake and a whole lot more!
Check out all of the show notes and links in our new interactive ZEEN - "In Styleee!" It's brand new for Season Seven!
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Or you can listen online by using the podcast player on the right hand side of this page.
Talk about this episode by leaving a comment here on the blog.
Saturday, December 01, 2012
Two Ways to Participate!
And this week, we have TWO great ways for you to be a part of the show.
First, on this week's episode, we'll be playing a fun new game.
Listeners will hear us ask questions of non-park fans... and you'll have to guess whether or not they will know the correct answer.
It's not as easy as it sounds (but it is a lot of fun!)
If the listener can correctly guess three out of five answers, they'll win a prize out of the patented CoasterRadio.com Prize Closet.
AND...
Since it's the holiday season, we want to make some radio magic for the parents out there. If you have a son or daughter (ages 5-9) who would like a phone call from Santa Claus and his merry elf, we can make it happen!
Of course, Santa will be played by our own Hagrid and the elf will be played by Mr. Shapiro... but we promise that they'll do a good job and keep the "illusion" alive.
As a reward for trusting us, we'll also send the parents something from the patented CoasterRadio.com Prize Closet as well!
If you're interested in either of these opportunities, you can also e-mail us by using the address over on the right, write on our Facebook Page or use our Contact Page!
We're looking forward to having you on the show!