CoasterRadio.com #523 - A Jam-Packed Show!

This week's show is so full of Coaster Radio goodness, it's almost enough for three whole shows!

There's so much going on, it's hard to decide where to begin!

How about we start with naming a winner in the "Day at the Park with Neil" Contest!  NPH is no stranger to winning awards.  So, it's fitting that he calls in to crown a winner in our latest contest.

Mike and EB were absolutely floored by the results.  Let's just say, NPH picked a darkhorse entry!

Next, after months in the planning stages, it's finally time to officially kick off our worldwide charity event -  "Theme Park Change!"

The goal is to encourage theme park fans across the globe to give up one thing from the upcoming theme park season and donate the cost of that item to a worthy charity.

All of the proceeds from this year's event is going to an amazing organization, Project Angel Food.  To learn more about them, the guys are joined by Margaret Steele, Project Angel Food's CEO.

One you hear her interview, there won't be a question on whether or not you'll want to donate.  The good work this group does will make you want to reach for your wallet and join in the "Theme Park Change."

Please, check out the website! Anyone who donates $10 or more is automatically entered into a raffle where they can win one of dozens of excellent theme park prizes!

And of course, we appease the CoasterBoys in our audience with some good, interactive theme park talk!

This week, we talk about specific things missing from your specific home park.

CoasterRadio.com listeners from across the world have chimed in to let us know what rides, attractions and other aspects are missing from their local theme parks.

Plus, we have a Live Trip Report from Busch Gardens Tampa!

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The "Day at the Park with Neil" Contest - WINNER!

Throughout the past month, we have been accepting entries into our "Day at the Park with Neil" Contest which is part of our ongoing "Neil Patrick Harris Project."

People from all over the world have been sending in photos of themselves at the park with NPH magically added-in.  The winner receives a one-day one park ticket to any park in the United States.

As a grand finale to the contest, Neil Patrick Harris himself called-in to the show and crowned a winner and three finalists!  You can listen to the segment below and see the winners he chose!

Congratulations to all the winners and thanks to Neil for being such a good sport!

Listen to the segment with this flash player...

Fourth Place - Dave at Cedar Point

Third Place - Nick at The London Dungeon

Second Place - C-Pred at Six Flags Great America

First Place - Joel at Disney's Hollywood Studios

CoasterRadio.com #519 - The Best Money You've Spent

After you add up the price of admission, parking, food, drink and souvenirs, the cost of going to a theme park can be substantial.

Especially, if you're a family!

But there are some things that we buy at the parks that are totally worth the price.

On this week's show, we hear from listeners all over the world who tell us about the best money they've spent at the parks.

We'll talk about VIP Experiences, Front of the Line Passes, Disney Trading Pins, Upcharge Attractions and a lot more.

We also have news about our Listener Question Show which we will record on Tuesday, March 8th at 9:30pm est.  We'll have all the details about how you can call in to the show with your questions LIVE!

We'll also have an update on the "Day at the Park with Neil" contest and an update on the NPH Project!

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The "Day at the Park with Neil" Contest - C.Pred and Neil at Six Flags Great America

C. Pred wrote in with today's entry into our contest.  He said:

I was excited when you announced the "Day at the Park with Neil" contest.  It just so happens that Neil Patrick Harris visited my home park of Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, IL.

I know previous entries that are on the blog only feature one photo, but I decided to make a trip report of Neil's visit to the greatest theme park in the Midwest." 

As you'll see, Neil had quite a day with C. Pred and his friends.

If you want to participate in the fun, check out our blog post that explains everything you need to know about The Neil Patrick Harris Project and the "Day at the Park with Neil" contest!