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Welcome to our Brand New Podcast! CP Rundown is your complete guide to Cedar Point. The park is located in Sandusky Ohio, this incredible 365 acre + theme park entertains millions of people each year with over 90 world class roller coasters, rides, shows, and attractions. Our website is www.cprundown.com be sure and check it out for any info you may need! Also we are on Twitter and Instagram follow us @cprundown Please note: CP Rundown does not represent Cedar Fair Entertainment Company in any way and is not employed or affiliated with Cedar Fair.

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    • May 25, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 58m AVG DURATION
    • 97 EPISODES


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    Episode #97 - Live at Six Flags Great America for some Media Day FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025 8:43


    This week, Carsten records live at Six Flags Great America for the Media day of their new for 2025 B&M Dive Coaster, Wrath of Rakshasa.

    Episode #96 - Opening Day FUN! At 420 Feet

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 67:48


    This week, we talk about all things opening day, from Top Thrill 2, to Sirens Curse, to Happy Friar. We break it all down and talk about every aspect of the park and most importantly, talk about the new Top Thrill 2 experience. 

    Episode #95 - The FUN! Starts Saturday!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 43:28


    Kyle is off this week, but join Evan and Carsten as they talk about the opening of Top Thrill 2 at the park, along with other updates they've noticed at Cedar Point! Also, Evan shares details about his trip to Kings Island and discusses the sad news coming from Six Flags America. Finally, the guys offer tips on how to have the best day at Cedar Point!

    Episode #94 - Epic FUN! at CoasterMania!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 82:35


    This week, Carsten and Kyle go through the itinerary of CoasterMania! at Cedar Point. Then Carsten talks about his Kings Island opening day trip. To end the episode, Kyle gives us his SPOILER FREE review of Universal Epic Universe! 

    Episode #93 - Cooking Up A New Season Of FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 60:32


    This week, we have one of our last off season shows before the 2025 season kicks off. We talk about Cedar Point's new Executive chef, new food at Six Flags Over Georgia, our new merch line, and more! To end, Kyle tells us all about his recent cruise aboard the Disney Treasure. 

    30 Days Until the FUN Starts!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 58:53


    Kyle is off this week, but we have a lot of news to discuss from Cedar Point, including Top Thrill 2, Siren's Curse, and much more! Later, we'll bring in a few special guests who visited Carowinds for the first time!

    Episode #91 - FUN! 2025 Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2025 42:00


    This week we give multiple construction updates for various 2025 projects across the Six Flags Entertainment Corporation Portfolio, and also talk about media day for Rapterra at Kings Dominion, and The Flash: Vertical Velocity at Six Flags Great Adventure. 

    Spring FUN! Begins!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 48:40


    This week Evan and Carsten talk about a bunch of small updates including new poster for Siren's Curse! Carsten also talks about new info on the Sunrise Tours at Cedar Point! Carsten and Evan also talk about Six Flags as a whole and how we see the chain going forward.

    Episode #78 - Chilling out in the Caribbean with FUN! Free Lockers

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 81:35


    This week we give our review of Cedar Point's annual Winter Chill Out Event. We go over our experience at the event, and talk through all of the announcements made at the event. Then we talk about the latest update for Cedar Point's new for 2025 roller coaster, Siren's Curse. Finally, Evan gives us his review of his first ever cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's Grandeur of the Seas. 

    Episode #88 - Topping off Tilting FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2025 45:23


    This week, we discuss Cedar Points newest roller coaster, Sirens Curse, getting topped off with it's signature tilt track. Then we talk about the construction progress of Six Flags Great America's new roller coaster, Wrath of Rakshasa. To end the show, Evan tells us all about his upcoming Cruise. 

    Episode #87 - Finding the fun at No Coaster

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2025 49:43


    This week Kyle has the night off, Evan and Carsten talk about the updates Carsten heard at Ace's No Coaster Con event! Updates include, Top Thrill 2, Siren's Curse, and the Wrath of Rakshasa. The guys also talk about Winter Chill Out and Kings Island Coasterstock!  

    Episode #86 - Bear Right, Bear Left, & Have FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 88:21


    This week we kick off 2025 by talking about Cedar Points full 2025 event lineup including Winter Chill Out, Haunt, and more. We also talk construction updates for multiple new projects across the Six Flags Chain. We finish off the episode by talking about what we have been up to while we have been off the air 

    Episode #85 - Mr. Six Is Bringing The FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2024 56:34


    This week, we talk about the latest Sirens Curse update from Cedar Point, then it is time to play one of our favorite yearly games, Six Flags Santa! 

    Episode #84 - The Grinch that Stole all the Fun!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2024 51:08


    This week Carsten talks about what he saw from across the bay looking at Cedar Point! Then it's that time of year where the guys bring back one of our favorite games, Six Flags Grinch and share what they would get rid of this coming year!

    Episode #83 - IAAPA FUN! 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2024 57:48


    This week we talk about the latest construction update of Wrath of Rakshasa, Six Flags Great America's New for 2025 Coaster. Then Kyle gives his report from the 2024 IAAPA Show FLoor

    Episode #82 - Getting Into The Off Season Of FUN With Updates!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2024 51:36


    Kyle is off this week but, Evan and Carsten talk about the latest update with Siren's Curse at Cedar Point along with talking about future 2026 plans at Six Flags. They also talk about Rapterra testing at Kings Dominion! 

    Episode #81 - Another Off Season Of FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 57:49


    Evan is off this week, so we bring on a special guest who offers a different perspective to the hobby of theme parks and roller coasters. We also give a sneak peak of our 2025 calendars, as well as talk about the news of Bay Harbor at Cedar Point closing for the winter.

    Episode #80 - The FUN! Curse of An EPIC Rapterra

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 37:55


    This week give you the latest Siren's Curse. Then we talk about the details of the refurbishment of Millennium Force at Cedar Point. Next we discuss the newest update on Rapterra at Kings Dominion. Then to end to end things we give our thoughts on Universal Epic Universe and its 5 portals now that we all have tickets secured. 

    Episode #79 - Siren's Wrath of FUN!: Backwards: The Ride

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2024 48:16


    We are back after a couple of weeks off, and this week we give you an update on Cedar Point's New for 2025 roller coaster, Siren's Curse. We also give you the latest on Six Flags Great America's new for 2025 roller coaster, Wrath of Rakshasa. Then we talk about our experience on Cedar Point's Newest old attraction, Midway SCARE-ousel. Finally, we put out  call for our listeners and followers to submit their best photos of Cedar Point for a chance to be featured in our 2025 wall calendar. 

    Episode #78 - HallowFUN! At HalloWeekends

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2024 56:13


    This week we give you the Rundown on everything HalloWeekends at Cedar Point. From Haunted Houses to Scare Zones, Food, Lanterns, Shows and everything in between, this is an episode you will be DYING to listen to. 

    Episode #77 - Tilting Into a Curse of FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2024 65:07


    This week tilt into all the details about the new for 2025 Tilt Coaster, Sirens Curse, Coming to Cedar Point. 

    Episode #76 - Frightful FUN! At Halloweekends And Halloween Horror Nights

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2024 76:05


    This week we preview the attraction lineup for Cedar Point's annual Halloweekends event. Then we talk about all things Halloween Horror Nights including Trip Reports, House Reviews, and Helpful tips. WARNING: THIS EPISODE INCLUDES SPOILERS FROM HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS 33 AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT. 

    Episode #75 - Revvved Up For FUN! In 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2024 46:22


    This week we discuss the news of Cedar Point's Top Thrill 2 reopening in 2025. Then we give details for the Last Splash event for Snake River Falls. Next we discuss the return of Cedar Point's Fresh Cut Fries Festival. Lastly we talk about the recent trip we all took to Kings Dominion and Busch Gardens Williamsburg

    Episode #74 - Announcement Season: Quantum FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2024 65:33


    This week we talk all about the most recent 2025 park announcements from the Six Flags Entertainment Corporation.

    Episode #73 - AlpenFUN! On The Snake River

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2024 26:46


    This week Evan is alone and talks about all of the recent announcements in the chain! 

    Episode # 72 - Swooping Down On Boardwalk Nights FUN! On Rapterra

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 54:37


    This week we talk about Kings Dominion's new for 2025 launched wing coaster, Rapterra. Then we talk about some more teases across the chain. Carsten gives us his trip report from Boardwalk Nights at Cedar Point, and Evan gives us his trip report from Kings Island 

    Episode #71 - Boardwalk Nights, A Rising Phoenix, And A New Season Of FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2024 60:12


    This week we talk about the latest Top Thrill 2 News. Then we give our review of Boardwalk Nights at Cedar Point. Next we talk about the new attraction teasers across the parks. Then to end the show Kyle gives his review of Phoenix Rising at Busch Gardens Tampa. 

    Episode #70 - Boardwalk Nights, Front Gate Signs, and FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2024 86:38


    This week we talk about the closing of the Six Flags merger, The entrance sign refresh, give our thoughts on Cedar Point's upcoming event, Boardwalk Nights, and much more!

    Episode #69 - The End Of A FUN! Era

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2024 72:56


    This week we talk and reflect on the end of the Cedar Fair name, and give our final thoughts before the Six Flags merger goes through next week. Next we talk about the 4th of July festivities at Cedar Point, then we discuss Kings Dominion's newest coaster. Then, Evan talks about his recent Orlando adventures

    Episode #68 - Human Claws & Coaster FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2024 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. 

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 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 CoasterMania! Itenerary.

    Episode #66 - An 18 Hour Mania Of FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 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!

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

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 71:23


    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.

    Episode #64 - LIVE & Revvved Up For A Season Of FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2024 61:17


    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. 

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 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!

    Episode #62 - The Night Before Top Thrill FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 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. 

    Episode #61 - The Totality Awesome Eclipse Of FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 54:31


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

    Episode #60 - A Reverse POV of FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 64:31


    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.

    Episode #59 - An Interactive Episode Of FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 82:46


    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. 

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2024 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. 

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 67:48


    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 Orlando for their Media Hard Hat Tour of the parks new B&M Family Launch Coaster, Penguin Trek.

    Episode #56 - Total Eclipse of FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2024 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 Point

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2024 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 Roller Coaster Draft.

    Episode #54 - A New Year Means New FUN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2024 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 more

    Episode #53 - Santa's Walking In A Winter FUN!derland

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 68:49


    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.

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2023 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 Grinch

    Episode #51 - Top Thrill FUN! At IAAPA 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2023 73:21


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

    Episode #50 - Fun, Fireworks & Our 50th Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 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!

    Episode #49 - Mr. Six Is Bringing The FUN! To Sandusky

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 60:57


    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!

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 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 Nights. 

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2023 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.

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