CoasterRadio.com #447 - Live from Knoebels!

This week, the show goes back to its roots by doing a show live from the midways of an amusement park!

Using some amazing new technology, Mike joins the show from Knoebels Amusement Resort in Elysburg, PA!

Mike and EB will discuss what makes the park unique, how the roller coasters are one-of-a kind and how the food is hard to beat.

They'll also talk about the saga of The Flying Turns roller coaster and if there is any word on when this highly anticipated roller coaster will open.

It's all this week on CoasterRadio.com!

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CoasterRadio.com #446 - Amusement Park Games

The Original Theme Park Podcast is back with another all new episode!

This week, EB and Mike talk about the best Amusement Park Games that always seem to separate you from your hard-earned money!

We'll talk about Skee Ball, Frog Bog, Ring Toss, Stacker, Bowler Roller, Fascination, Wacky Wire, Whack-A-Mole, and a whole lot more!

They guys also talk about the "dream arcade" that they would build in their basements.

Plus, there is a Live Trip Report from The Wizarding World of Harry Potter with a great tip on how to beat the lines at "Forbidden Journey!"

It's all this week on CoasterRadio.com!

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CoasterRadio.com #445 - Legendary Coasters

On this week's show, we get into a good, old-fashioned roller coaster discussion!

It's so good, even CoasterBoy would be proud!

The CoasterRadio.com audience steps up to the microphone to tell us about the most legendary roller coasters that are currently thrilling people every day at parks across the world.

They also tell us about the legendary coasters of the past as well.

It's interesting to hear the different opinions!

We also have a live trip report from Kings Dominion, from the top of their new Ferris Wheel!

It's all this week on CoasterRadio.com!

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Weekend Theater - Double Kuka Robo Arm! Whoa!

By now, you've probably seen the excellent "Double Rainbow" video. It's simply a man, so turned on by nature, that he shouts to the heavens in excitement.

It's become an internet hit and has even inspired catchy remixes!

I was doing some searching on YouTube and came across a similar video that might interest theme park fans.

This guy seems to feel the same way about Kuka Robo Arms as the original guy feels about rainbows.

The David Arquette Project - Underwater Arquette!

I'm not sure I have words for the most recent entry into our "Arquette Arithmetic" contest.

Andrew recently bought a camera that can shoot photos underwater. He took it, along with a photo-shopped version of our David Arquette inspired artwork and came up with this gem.

So far, it's the most unique photo we have received. It might have just raised the bar in terms of creativity!

Nice job Andrew!!!

The David Arquette Project - Will at Lake Compounce

I've said before that the "Arquette Arithmetic" image is of such fine quality, that it should be hanging in a museum somewhere.

I think that some people want to keep their copy of the artwork in such prinstine condition, that they would rather not bring it into the park with them.

This might be the case with Will, who provided this entry into our contest with a photo taken in the parking lot of Lake Compounce.

He does get points for adding some special artwork from the park! Well done!

Will also sent along this photo, taken in front of the mighty "Top Thrill Dragster." He wanted to remind all CoasterRadio.com listeners to "Respect the Thumb!"

CoasterRadio.com #444 - The Best and Worst of the Magic Kingdom

On this week's show, we're joined by Stacey Lantz. Stacey has been writing a lot of great articles for the Coaster Radio blog lately.

On this week's show, we'll talk about several of her articles including her top picks for the best and worst attractions at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom.

You won't believe what classic attraction she put in her bottom three!

As part of the patented "Off Topic" segment, EB interviews Michael Buckley, the creator of the popular web comic "60 Ways to Leave Your Mother Alone."

Michael has come up with a unique way to raise money for a special project related to the web series. You'll hear all about it during EB's interview.

Plus, we'll hear a Live Trip Report from Six Flags St. Louis!

It's all this week on CoasterRadio.com!

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Mike's Homemade Butterbeer!

CoasterRadio.com #443 - Bert the Conqueror and Fireworks!

On this week's show, we welcome the host of The Travel Channel's hit show "Bert the Conqueror," Bert Kreischer!

Bert and his crew are in the middle of producing the first season of this new show that takes viewers to the legendary attractions, competitions and adrenaline rushes that you can find all across America.

He joins us from the road to tell us about what he's experienced so far and what crazy feats we can expect to see in the upcoming months.

He'll also tell us about whether he really is terrified to experience all of these thrills or if he is just delivering some academy award winning acting. Plus, you'll be surprised to hear which amusement operators are asking for his advice about future attractions.

Then, we bring back the tradition of celebrating the 4th of July by shooting off fireworks live on the show. We even gave the experience a very Disney-esque name...

The CoasterRadio.com Sparktacular Explosioloosa!

You'll have to hear it to believe it! (And, if you're a fan of ours on Facebook, you can see it too!)

All that, plus a live trip report from Six Flags Magic Mountain and a surprise guest!

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Video Trip Report - Kings Island

The new iPhone 4 is blowing people away with it's functionality and new features. (Just make sure you don't hold it by the corners!)

One of the coolest features is the video camera that shoots 720p video and comes with iMovie editing software.

Of course, we here at CoasterRadio.com believe that all of our listeners should be using the iPhone to shoot Live Trip Reports when they're at the parks.

Kevin from Ohio shows us exactly how it's done with this video!

Watch, listen and learn from the master! Nice job Kevin!

The David Arquette Project - Sky Rocket and Ghostwood Estate

Zach was one of the lucky few to participate in the commercial shoot for Kennywood's new roller coaster "Sky Rocket." He was able to ride it before it has opened to the public! Cool!

But he also took time to take some creative shots for our latest contest! Ghostwood Estate has been taken over by The David Arquette Project!

The David Arquette Project - Hagrid's Hut at Wizarding World

Tom was one of the first people to visit the new Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Islands of Adventures.

After checking out Hogsmeade Village and Hogwarts Castle, Tom stopped by Hagrid's Hut to visit our friend from the podcast. Unfortunately, Hagrid must have been out walking the grounds.

But Tom took some time to pose in front of Hagrid's house with the Arquette Arithmetic photo!

Nice work Tom!

The David Arquette Project - JumboShrmp at Busch Gardens Tampa

The David Arquette Project rolls on... this time in the beautiful city of Tampa, Florida!

Our good friend Andrew (better known to the world as JumboShrmp) went on a behind the scenes tour of all of the roller coasters at Busch Gardens Tampa.

While he was up on Montu's mid-course break run, he asked the Busch Gardens staff to snap this picture with the Arquette Arithmetic image.

The cool thing about this photo is that you can't get this shot from any place on the midway!

Nice going JumboShrmp!