Welcome to Coaster Kings Radio - a podcast for coaster nerds. Whether you're a casual enthusiast or a bonafide theme park aficionado, we aim to entertain with a unique mix of history, philosophy, and tomfoolery. From Orlando to Asia, California to Catalonia - and everywhere in between - we invite you to take a ride through our limitlessly amusing amusement park musings. All clear - enjoy your ride.
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S5E99 - The Most Underrated Universal Park - Singapore
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Our final Universal Studios park was also one of the most surprising. Join us on Singapore's Sentosa Island, home to Resorts World and Universal Studios Singapore. We will discuss rides such as Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure, Battlestar Galactica, Spaghetti Space Chase, how the park compares to the other Universal parks and much more.…
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S5E98 - D23 Announcements - Answers and Questions!
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Sean and Alex disect the 2024 D23 announcements in detail. Reactions, Details, Analysis, and Questions – 90 minutes of Disney Horizons talk that covers all the bases. ** Please note this was recorded prior to Walt Disney World releasing plans to place the Magic Kingdom Cars attractions where Rivers of America are.…
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Diverting to Hong Kong and taking a nine-week-old to Disneyland? You bet, bébé. How's this stepchild of Disney parks holding up? Join us on yet another asian theme park adventure with can't-miss rides like Big Grizzly Mountain Runaway Mine Cars, Mystic Manor, Wandering Oaken's Sliding Sleighs, Frozen Ever After, Iron Man Experience, Ant-Man and The…
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Sean boarded Alex' train in Utrecht, and they ended up at Efteling for a relaxed, beautiful summer evening at one of the world's most picturesque theme parks. From exhilarating coasters to whimsical dark rides, this was another park visit to remember.
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NEW In Central Florida: Tiana's Penguin Rising
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Rattle your way around the track of Phoenix Rising at Busch Gardens Tampa, travel down to the Bayou with Tiana and her many musician animal friends at Magic Kingdom, and join us on SeaWorld Orlando's second 2-seater B&M coaster, Penguin Trek! How do these three major new attractions in Central Florida measure up? Do they live up to the hype?…
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Chinese Cheetah Hunt, a violent backwards Wing Coaster, and riding a Vekoma Shockwave in maintenance mode. Join us on another wild adventure in China, this time in Nanjing!
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S5E94 - Massive Buddhas and Wing Coasters - Leshan and Chongqing
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From the world-famous Giant Buddha of Leshan to the unique character of Chongqing's Hongyadong, this region is spectacular beyond its amusement parks. In this episode, Sean and Alex will talk about Happy Valley Chongqing, which is literally in a valley, as well as one of the world's fastest growing cities.…
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S5E93 - Chengdu: Sunac Land + Happy Valley!
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Thousands of ecstatic schoolchildren, taking off your shoes for the Chinese Taron credit, glass water slides, and Mega-Lites with shoulder straps. This episode is a whirl of emotion as we analyze Chengdu's two big regional parks.
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S5E92 - Shanghai & Shanghai Disneyland!
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Join Sean and Alex on their journey from Old Shanghai and Yu Garden on to the world's fastest train and tallest observation deck. Of course, no trip to Shanghai is complete without a day at one of its most spectacular parks: Shanghai Disneyland. How is the brand-new Zootopia ride and land? How is the park holding up?…
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S5E91 - I <3 BJ Pt. 2 - Happy Valley + More
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Continuing the chat about the Beijing trip Sean and Alex went on, this time they're focusing on some must-visit sights such as the Summer Palace, Jingshan Park, Temple of Heaven, the Great Wall and Happy Valley Beijing! All of these destinations blew them away, including Beijing's original large-scale theme park!…
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S5E90 - I <3 BJ Pt. 1 - Universal Studios Beijing
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Sean and Alex took the cutest little long weekend to Beijing, jam-packed with activities. One of which was a day at Universal Studios Beijing. Let's get into the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of this Chinese Universal resort!
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S5E89 - Planning Theme Park Trips to China
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Sean and Alex aren't planning just one trip to China, but four! Find out where, when, and why! Maybe you too will have a good idea of how to go about planning a trip for theme parks in China!
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Sean and Alex discuss 20 theme park related questions, a habit that they do regularly but now recorded!
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Spanish Theme Park History (Part 1) - Camps Elisis (Minisode)
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We're starting our new minisode series in Spain with Andreu! Learn everything about Camps Elisis and its importance in the Spanish theme park history.
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Join Sean and Alex for an in-depth look at all things Vekoma. From their origins to some of their most amazing coasters. Part 2, all about coasters!
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In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States. Episode 12: The Coda Ian explores some of the theme park projects seen in North America following the construction of Canada's Wonderland. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co…
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Join Sean and Alex for an in-depth look at all things Vekoma. From their origins to some of their most amazing coasters. Part 1! *** Correction, we were dumb but are aware that Tusenfryd is Norway not Finland. <3 Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co
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S5E85 - Armchair Imagineering: EPCOT
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Sean and Alex put on their Imagineering hats to tell you how they would improve Walt Disney World's EPCOT. What would you do? Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co
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Canada's Wonderland - The End of an Era (Minisode)
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In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States. Episode 11: Canada's Wonderland - The End of an Era Following the success of Kings Island and Kings Dominion Taft Broadcasting brings their unique brand of regional theme park to the great white north. Find out more at http…
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Sean and Sven look back at their trips of 2023, the highlight new attractions and what's to come in 2024! Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co
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S5E83 - NEW FOR 2024 - part 2: Europe
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2024 comes closer and we have a look at all the new attractions coming to Europe in 2024! Which one are you most excited about? Hyperia #Voltron #Mahuka Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co
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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. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co…
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S5E82 - Crazy Rides, Crazier Concepts
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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)
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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. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co…
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S5E81 - Disneyland Paris Winter Visit
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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)
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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. Find out more at https://c…
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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. Find out more at https://coaster-kings…
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S5E80 - Coasters & Dark Rides at IAAPA Orlando 2023
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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! Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co…
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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! Find out more at https…
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S5E79 - First Timer Orlando - Walt Disney World
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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. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co
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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. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co…
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S5E78 - NEW FOR 2024 - part 1: North America
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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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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. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co…
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S5E77 - Armchair Imagineering: Six Flags Magic Mountain
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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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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. Find out more at https://coa…
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S5E76 - Inside Busch Gardens Williamsburg
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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. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co
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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. Find out more at https://coaster-king…
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S5E75 - Epic Preview of Epic Universe
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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. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co
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Six Flags and the Birth of the Regional Theme Park (Minisode)
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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 Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co
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S5E74 - Geauga Lake: Too Big To Thrive
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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! Want all of the information discussed in this episode in one place? Visit thecoasterkings.com for a comprehensive article related to Geauga Lake & Wildwater Kingdom and all of its history. ** Please note …
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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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Tour Parque Warner with Sean and Alex in Spain! From Batman Gotham City Escape to Superman and of course Stuntfall!
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S5E71 - Unexpectedly Incredible Rides
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Sean and Alex talk about the unexpected amazing rides they discovered while traveling for theme parks all around the world!
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Tour Kings Dominion with Sean and Alex during this new Inside episode! From Intimidator 305 to Twisted Timbers, discover this coaster dominion in Virginia.
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S5E69 - Armchair Imagineering: Universal Studios Florida
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Sean and Alex put on their Imagineering hats to tell you how they would improve Universal Studios Florida. What would you do?
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Tour PortAventura World with Sean and Alex in Spain! From Shambhala to Furios Baco, discover every inch of the resort. Note: Episode was recorded prior to the news (on 9/12) that the resort is for sale. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co
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S5E67 - Demolished Coasters We Wish We Rode
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Discover rides you didn't know they ever existed!Sean, Alex and Sven take on 24 demolished coasters that we wished to have ridden. This includes Vertigo, Flashback, Windjammer Surf Racers, Dueling Dragons, Ring Racer, Moonlight Scramble, Cop Car Chase and many more! Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co…
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S5E66 - Batman vs. VelociCoaster vs. Toutatis vs. Pantheon
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Intamin Battle Time! Which coaster will win? Our contestants: VelociCoaster, Pantheon, Toutatis and Batman Gotham City Escape! Sean and Alex discuss their experiences in detail and compare the differences between these wonderful roller coasters.
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Sean, Alex and Sven are back for a brand new season of Coaster Kings Radio filled with in-depth rollercoaster talk from around the globe!
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S4E65 - CKR Episode 65 - Wonder Woman Flight of Courage
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Sean and Alex talk about their press visit to the brand new Single Rail coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain: Wonder Woman Flight of Courage!
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