Best CP Rundown Podcasts (2024)

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Episode #68 - Human Claws & Coaster FUN! 59:10

5d ago59:10

59:10

This week Kyle talks about his first trip to Cedar Point of the season, and gives his CoasterMania! Trip Report. We go into the most recent Top Thrill 2 Update. Then we talk about the newest attraction popping across the Cedar Fair chain, The Prize Flyer Human Claw. Then we cover some quick news stories.…

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Episode #67 - Snoopy's Soap Box Gravy Games of FUN! 40:53

14d ago40:53

40:53

This week we talk about the most recent news surrounding Top Thrill 2. Evan and Carsten talk about their recent trip to Kings Island's brand new addition, Camp Snoopy, and the parks newest ride, Snoopy's Soap Box Racers. Then, they talk about their experience at Holiwood Nights at Holiday World. Finally, Kyle gives us a look at the updated CoasterM…

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Episode #66 - An 18 Hour Mania Of FUN! 50:15

1M ago50:15

50:15

This week we discuss the extended closure of Top Thrill 2 at Cedar Point. Evan gives is opening day report including giving us his review of an exciting new menu item at Farmhouse Kitchen. Then, we go over all of the details you need to know for Cedar Point's Coaster Enthusiast event, CoasterMania!By CP Rundown

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Episode #65 - Cruising Around & Kicking Off The 155th Season Of FUN! 1:11:23

2M ago1:11:23

1:11:23

This week, Carsten gives his trip report from Opening Day of Cedar Points 155th Season. Then, Kyle talks all about his first ever Cruise aboard the Disney Wish.By CP Rundown

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Episode #64 - LIVE & Revvved Up For A Season Of FUN! 1:01:17

2M ago1:01:17

1:01:17

This week, we talk go in to detail of the Top Thrill 2 ride experience. Then we discuss the 2024 Cedar Point Live Entertainment lineup. Next we talk about Melt closing and discuss what we would like to see take its place. We also answer questions from the audience watching us on Facebook Live.By CP Rundown

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Episode #63 - Post Race FUN! Live From The Top Thrill 2 Finish Line 23:32

2M ago23:32

23:32

The day has finally arrived! Carsten & Evan finally get to suit up, dial in, and drive the sky! Tune in as they give their reactions moments after taking the checkered flag and returning to the garage! This is the moment you have been waiting for! It is time to ride The World’s Tallest & Fastest Triple-Launch Strata Coaster, Top Thrill 2!…

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Episode #62 - The Night Before Top Thrill FUN! 30:16

2M ago30:16

30:16

This week, we give our trip report for Kings Island's 2024 Opening day. Then we catch up on all of the Cedar Point News and give our final thoughts before tomorrows Top Thrill 2 Media Event.By CP Rundown

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Episode #61 - The Totality Awesome Eclipse Of FUN! 54:31

3M ago54:31

54:31

This week, we give our complete review of Total Eclipse of The Point.By CP Rundown

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Episode #60 - A Reverse POV of FUN! 1:04:31

3M ago1:04:31

1:04:31

This week we analyze the Top Thrill 2 reverse POV released by Cedar Point earlier this week. Then we go over how the Passholder Preview Reservation system will work for Top Thrill 2. Next we give our event preview of Total Eclipse of The Point which happens next week. Finally we talk about ValleyScare returning to ValleyFair this Fall.…

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Episode #59 - An Interactive Episode Of FUN! 1:22:46

3M ago1:22:46

1:22:46

This week we talk about the few news stories we have - Top Thrill 2 testing, Cedar Point and Kings Island early entry lists, and non Cedar Fair news. Then we spend the rest of the episode answering your questions.By CP Rundown

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Episode #58 - An Intimidator On The Snake River: FUN! Strikes Again 55:30

4M ago55:30

55:30

This week we talk about the news of Cedar Point's Snake River Expedition closing permanently. Then we give our full review of Cedar Point's Winter Chill Out. Next we give construction updates for Iron Menace, and Snoopy's Soap Box Racers. Finally, we discuss Carowinds and Kings Dominion ending the "Intimidator" Contract for their respective rides.…

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Episode #57 - Montezooma's Winter Chill Out Trek of FUN! On The SkyRide 1:07:48

4M ago1:07:48

1:07:48

This week we talk about the possible demise of Montezooma's Revenge and it's possible demise. We also let you in on the latest Top Thrill 2 Update. Next we go over the recently announced SkyRide update at Cedar Point. Then We move to an Iron Menace Update. Finally close it out with Carstens Florida trip report where he was on site at SeaWorld Orlan…

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Episode #56 - Total Eclipse of FUN! 59:57

5M ago59:57

59:57

This week we talk about the latest Top Thrill 2 updates, along with the announcement of the Fast Lane Plus Rule of only one ride per day on Top Thrill 2. Then we give you all the details of Total Eclipse of The PointBy CP Rundown

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Episode #55 - Snoopy Is Setting Up Camp For Some Winter Chill Out FUN! 54:06

5M ago54:06

54:06

This week we discuss the latest Top Thrill 2 Update. As well as Kings Island's Construction Progress on Camp Snoopy. Then we move over to Dorney Park to talk about Iron Menace. Next we discuss what we know about Winter Chill Out 2024. Then to close out the show, we talk about Cedar Point' new app, and one of our favorite off season pass time, The R…

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Episode #54 - A New Year Means New FUN! 40:48

5M ago40:48

40:48

For our first episode of 2024, we talk about Top Thrill 2's Construction progress. We also take a look at Cedar Point's Special event lineup for 2024. Then we talk about Iron Menace's Construction progress, Carsten & Evans Florida Trips and moreBy CP Rundown

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Episode #53 - Santa’s Walking In A Winter FUN!derland 1:08:49

6M ago1:08:49

1:08:49

This week Cedar Point gives us a present that won't quite fit under the Christmas Tree, Top Thrill 2 is already testing! Then we talk about the Knott's Berry Farm new for 2024 announcement, Camp Snoopy. Next, Carsten tells us about the GOCC Christmas Party. And finally, following last weeks Cedar Fair Grinch, this week we play Cedar Fair Santa.…

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Episode #52 - Bah FUN!bug: The Grinch Visits Cedar Fair 51:16

7M ago51:16

51:16

This week we talk about Top Thrill 2's spike being topped off, and bring back one of our favorite games, Cedar Fair GrinchBy CP Rundown

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Episode #51 - Top Thrill FUN! At IAAPA 2023 1:13:21

7M ago1:13:21

1:13:21

This week Carsten gives all of the exciting news from the 2023 IAAPA Expo.By CP Rundown

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Episode #50 - Fun, Fireworks & Our 50th Show 44:43

7M ago44:43

44:43

This week is our 50th show, and we give you the latest Top Thrill 2 update, give our closing day remarks, talk about Haunt at Kings Island, and more!By CP Rundown

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Episode #49 - Mr. Six Is Bringing The FUN! To Sandusky 1:00:57

8M ago1:00:57

1:00:57

This week, we talk about the bombshell news story of Six Flags merging with Cedar Fair. Tune in as we go over this might look like for both chains in 2024 and beyond!By CP Rundown

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Episode #48 - Chorizo Will Be Missing Out On Year Round FUN! In 2024 51:51

8M ago51:51

51:51

This week we talk about the most recent Top Thrill 2 update. Then we discuss Carowinds, Kings Dominion, and Californias Great America cutting year round operation. Next we talk about our yearly wall calendar, and the annual closing day group photo. Then, we talk about Churro's new brother, Chorizo. And to end the episode we talk Halloween Horror Ni…

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Episode #47 - A FUN! Top Thrill 2 Update, Mid Season HalloWeekends Talk, & IAAPA Preview 37:44

8M ago37:44

37:44

This week we talk about the most recent Top Thrill 2 update, give our HalloWeekends mid season rankings, and announce we will be on site for the 2023 IAAPA Expo in Orlando Florida.By CP Rundown

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Episode #46 - Churro’s FUN 1st Birthday Party 34:26

9M ago34:26

34:26

This week we talk about Top Thrill 2's latest construction update, Churros 1st Birthday, and Creator Day at HalloWeekendsBy CP Rundown

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Episode #45 - Daytime Delights, Nighttime Frights, & FUN! 45:43

9M ago45:43

45:43

This week we give you the latest construction updates from Top Thrill 2. Then we give you the rundown on everything Halloweekends.By CP Rundown

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Episode #44 - Mr. Midnight’s FUN! Fresh Cut Fries Festival 1:24:49

9M ago1:24:49

1:24:49

This week we talk through a listener review of Happy Friar's Fresh Cut Fries Festival. Then we go over the full lineup for HalloWeekends 2023 including Houses, Zones, Shows, Food and more. Finally we give our review of Halloween Horror Nights 32.By CP Rundown

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Episode #43 - Fresh Cut FUN! at Halloween Horror Nights 32 1:10:56

10M ago1:10:56

1:10:56

This week we talk about Top Thrill 2 the upcoming Fresh Cut Fries Festival, the end of daily operation. After that, we talk about our upcoming trip to Halloween Horror Nights 32 at Universal Orlando Resort.By CP Rundown

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Episode #42 - FUN! On The West Coast & The Sweetest Place On Earth 1:22:29

10M ago1:22:29

1:22:29

This week, Evan talks about his 3rd trip to Hersheypark in a month. Meanwhile Carsten tells us all about his whirlwind trip to some of California's Finest ParksBy CP Rundown

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Episode #41 - Menacing FUN! on Snoopy’s Soap Box Racers 40:01

11M ago40:01

40:01

This week, Evan is away leaving Carsten & Kyle to discuss Iron Menace at Dorney Park, Snoopy's Soap Box Racers at Kings Island, and Moosehorn Falls at Canada's Wonderland.By CP Rundown

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Episode #40 - Twice the FUN! on Cedar Point’s Top Thrill 2 52:48

11M ago52:48

52:48

This week is all about the new record breaking strata coaster at Cedar Point, Top Thrill 2.By CP Rundown

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Episode #39 - Getting Revvved Up for 2024 FUN! 44:48

11M ago44:48

44:48

This week we give our last update about Cedar Point's 2024 project before it is announced on August 1st. Then we talk about the current state of Fury 325 at Carowinds, and discuss the recent Canada's Wonderland Survey. Lastly we talk about our trip to Hersheypark last weekend.By CP Rundown

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Episode #38 - New Construction, Old Construction & FUN! at Lost Island Theme Park 1:16:22

12M ago1:16:22

1:16:22

This week, we talk about the new construction updates for Cedar Point's new for 2024 attraction. After that we talk about the new breakfast menu at Grand Pavilion. Then we move on to the most recent updates regarding Fury 325 at Carowinds. Finally we welcome Eric Bertch, General Manager of Lost Island Theme park on to the show.…

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Episode #37 - A FUN! And Mysterious 2024 Track Shipment & Coaster Con 45! 1:02:53

12M ago1:02:53

1:02:53

This week we talk about an interesting new track shipment arriving at Cedar Point, presumably for the 2024 Coaster. Then Evan & Carsten talk about everything from Coaster Con 45.By CP Rundown

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Episode #36 - A FUN! Coaster Talk with Michael Graham of The Gravity Group 1:38:02

1y ago1:38:02

1:38:02

This week we interview Michael Graham of The Gravity Group. He tells us all about himself, the history of the company, some of the recent Cedar Fair projects he has worked on and plenty of fun behind the scenes stories.By CP Rundown

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Episode #35 - Fastlane, Fireworks VIP & Summer FUN! at Cedar Point’s CoasterMania! 59:11

1y ago59:11

59:11

This week we give our full review of Cedar Point's Enthusiast event CoasterMania!. Then we talk about the new 4th of July Grand Pavilion VIP Fireworks Experience. Then we compare Cedar Point's food offerings to other Cedar Fair Parks. And we finish off the show talking about the Single Use Fastlane system Kings Island recently rolled out.…

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Episode #34 - Corny FUN! At Cedar Point’s Frontier Festival 1:02:56

1y ago1:02:56

1:02:56

This week we give our full review of Cedar Point's Frontier Festival. Then we give a preview of CoasterMania!. Next we talk about the first phase of Adventure Port opening at Kings Island, and finally discuss a possible new addition to Kings Island's Fast Lane system.By CP Rundown

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Episode #33 - Coasterstock!, Cheese Cars, Corn & FUN! 1:08:43

1y ago1:08:43

1:08:43

This week we start off with a Top Thrill Dragster update. We look forward to the first 10pm close of the season. Then we give our full review of Coasterstock! at Kings Island. We hear from Kyle about his first trip back to Cedar Point since July of 2022. And finally, we end on a preview of Cedar Point's Frontier Festival.…

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Episode #32 - Early Season FUN! On Wild Mouse: The Surf Coaster 1:03:22

1y ago1:03:22

1:03:22

This week we talk about the newest Top Thrill Dragster update. Then we talk about Cedar Point Opening Day and OSU Day. After that we move in to news and talk about Zambezi Zinger, Coasterstock, Grizzly, and Canadas Wonderland. To finish, Kyle talks about his experience at Media Day for SeaWorld Orlando's newest coaster, Pipeline: The Surf Coaster.…

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Episode #31 - A FUN! & Wild Time at The Boardwalk With A High Surf Advisory On The Horizon 1:05:06

1y ago1:05:06

1:05:06

This week, we give you our review of Cedar Point's New For 2023 addition, The Boardwalk. We review everything this new area has to offer. We also learn that Kyle will be on-site next week at SeaWorld Orlando for Media Day of Pipeline: The Surf Coaster.By CP Rundown

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Episode #30 - FUN! Cedar Fair News As The Off-season Winds Down 1:01:55

1y ago1:01:55

1:01:55

This week is a typical news episode. We talk about Johny Rockets closing, a Boardwalk update, Grizzly news from Kings Dominion, CoasterMania!, Kings Island Opening Day and more.By CP Rundown

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Episode #29 - Getting the Scoop on Everything Zamperla with FUN! Guest Star Adam Sandy 46:42

1y ago46:42

46:42

This week's episode of The Rundown on FUN welcomes Adam Sandy, Roller Coaster Sales and Marketing Director with the creators of Wild Mouse, Zamperla! The guys have a great chat with Adam about projects Zamperla is working on, Wild Mouse, and loads more. This is an episode you don't want to miss!By CP Rundown

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Episode #28 - Catching Up On Cedar Fair FUN! 44:55

1y ago44:55

44:55

This week, we talk about Cedar Point Webcam Updates. Then, we discuss OSU Day, and Share Plans for our Annual Opening Day Group Photo. Then we talk about Carowinds and their New For 2023 Additions. Finally we talk about Kings Island's Opening day, and Spirit Song and much more.By CP Rundown

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Episode #27 - Fantastic Florida FUN! 1:45:42

1+ y ago1:45:42

1:45:42

This week we take a look at the recent Cedar Fair Earnings call. Then we share some construction updates and talk about Coasterstock 2023. And Finally, we talk about Evans first time at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Universal Orlando Resort, and Seaworld Orlando. Then Carsten tells us about his first ever visit to Walt Disney World.…

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Episode #26 - Our FUN! 2023 Winter Chill Out Extravaganza! 1:16:15

1+ y ago1:16:15

1:16:15

This Week Carsten & Evan tell you all about the 2023 Winter Chill Out event at Cedar Point. Hear about all of the cool behind the scenes experiences they participated in as well as all of the news that was announced at the event.By CP Rundown

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Episode #25 - Evan & Maya’s FUN! Florida Adventure Planning 1:30:30

1+ y ago1:30:30

1:30:30

This week, we don't talk about Cedar Fair at all, But rather help Evan plan his upcoming Florida adventure. We Welcome his girlfriend Maya onto the show as a guest, as well as our friendly neighborhood announcer, Justin. The 3 Florida regulars help them plan every aspect of their trip.By CP Rundown

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Episode #24 - Midway Game Nite, Esports Facilities & Future FUN! At Dorney Park 44:40

1+ y ago44:40

44:40

This week, we give you a preview of Cedar Point's Winter Chill Out event. Talk about the Newly announced Esports Facility at Sports Force Park. Talk about the new Midway Game Nite, and leaked blueprints for Dorney Park's 2024 coaster.By CP Rundown