Podcasts about micro amusement park

Later this year, 20+ hours of entertainment will be on offer at Dallas' new micro-amusement park, Two Bit Circus. Their 35,000 square feet location will include a reimagined arcade, story rooms, virtual reality theater, and more. KRLD's David Johnson speaks to Two Bit Circus' chairman, CEO, and co-founder, Brent Bushnell to find out more.

(Image courtesy of Two Bit Circus, and used with permission.)   Technology plus imagination always equals fun, with Two Bit Circus.  This time, they're applying that equation to all of us self-isolating at home.   Their new creation, Two Bit Circus REMOTE, will give you a chance to add fun to your Thursday nights, free!  And  now, you can book Two Bit Circus REMOTE for interactive special occasions, as we work and celebrate special events remotely. So, what is Two Bit Circus REMOTE?  A platform of customizable games, which you can play from home with your family, friends and team members,  presented in a live, online game-show format,  Professional entertainers serve as hosts for these events, both for the weekly public show and the cu.  In a recent press release,Two Bit Circus describes these experiences as "a mash-up of classic TV game shows, with a splash of bar trivia and the magic of the Internet". And you're invited to their free public Halloween show, coming up on Thursday, October 29th! They also have special-edition themed shows available for booking: a holiday edition, birthday edition and REMOTE for corporate groups!  According to their press release, there's also a video-themed show--as well as a Remote Dating theme in the works.   As Two Bit Circus' CTO and "Mad Inventor", Eric Gradman is passionate about creating seriously cool new technology--and about entertaining.  He has both a background in computer science and as a circus performer.  Robotics, developing immersive story rooms and engaging audiences are three of his areas of expertise. Eric shared the story of Two Bit Circus REMOTE, offered a look at what users will experience and discussed the creative experience of creating this new feature. On this edition of Over Coffee®, we cover: How Eric came up with the interactive online show concept, after Two Bit Circus temporarily closed their Micro Amusement Park; What it's like to host a birthday party with the Two Bit Circus REMOTE show; A particularly fun game which you may experience, as part of the show; A word we'd never heard before, in our life! How to participate in the free REMOTE show for Halloween, on Thursday, October 29th! Why the game shows are co-creative, as opposed to simply competitive; A look at the upcoming holiday shows; How community is growing through Two Bit Circus REMOTE; A look at the robot "in charge" of the new show; What educators have in common with what's happening with the REMOTE platform; Possible future plans for REMOTE; A funny charades-game event which was part of a recent show; Eric's experiences teaching his son in his workshop (and a funny "dad moment"!)  

Over Coffee® is on Thanksgiving hiatus.  Please enjoy this Cyber Monday special rebroadcast of one of our top episodes of 2019! In 2018, Two Bit Circus opened the world's first Micro-Amusement Park™.  And for Cyber Monday, they're offering a special that might make a nice gift for anyone on your list this year.  (Or for you!) "C'mon, what is it?"  Oh, OK.  It's unlimited play within their arcade during January. (Some restrictions apply, according to their website.) During Maker Walk L.A., in May, we had the opportunity to talk with Two Bit Circus Creative Producer Josh Randall.  Josh offered a closer look at the magic behind Two Bit Circus. This unique indoor amusement park started with the "carnival" concept.  Then, co-founders Brent Bushnell and Eric Gradman and their team added computers, lasers, virtual reality, video games and a sense of community to the mix. (Like a closer look?  Here's our coverage of Two Bit Circus's opening, just prior to their official Grand Opening in September 2018.) And Two Bit Circus keeps innovating!  Their nonprofit educational organization, Two Bit Circus Foundation, is designed to engage communities and inspire the next generation of inventors.   Indie game creators are invited to submit their creations for consideration for "Beta Nights", in which guests come in and play new games and offer feedback on them.   And a lot more is coming in 2020!   On this edition of Over Coffee®, you will hear: How Josh first began his career with Two Bit Circus; What his experiences were like, during his first days of working with the team; What’s new at the Micro Amusement Park since it opened, nine months ago; A good creative lesson Josh and the team learned, from observing visitors’ responses while adding new content and events.

Josh Randall's average workday is a circus.  And he completely loves it. As Creative Producer of Two Bit Circus, Josh uses imagination, technology and his background producing live events to create some seriously cool experiences. And this upcoming Tuesday, June 4th, if you're in Los Angeles, you can be a part of Two Bit Circus's creative process.  They'll be hosting "Beta Night"--and you're invited to come and play some of the new games they're showcasing! Since Two Bit Circus's Micro Amusement Park opened, in September 2018, they've wowed visitors with a brand-new type of entertainment.  Think "carnival meets community center meets twenty-first century", and you'll be on the right track. Virtual reality escape rooms, completely interactive "game shows", re-imagined video games make no two guest experiences alike. There's also a constant stream of new content.  Two Bit Circus works with independent game creators, local performers and educators to keep everything growing and evolving. During Make It In LA's recent MakerWalk LA 2019, Josh escorted visitors through the Two Bit Circus Micro Amusement Park.   He told the group about some brand-new features and ways they're continuing to innovate "the future of fun". After the tour, we had the opportunity to talk briefly about what's happening at Two Bit Circus--and what you can expect to see on Beta Night! On this edition of Over Coffee®, you will hear: How Josh first began his career with Two Bit Circus; What his experiences were like, during his first days of working with the team; What's new at the Micro Amusement Park since it opened, nine months ago; A good creative lesson Josh and the team learned, from observing visitors' responses while adding new content and events; What visitors can see and experience, if they attend Beta Night on June 4th (hint: there's something brand-new, 100% designed in-house!). Two Bit Circus, located at 634 Mateo Street in downtown Los Angeles, invites you to their third official Beta Night, Tuesday, June 4 from 6 pm to midnight.  Here's the link for information.

  Two Bit Circus co-founders Eric Gradman (right) and Brent Bushnell. (Photo courtesy of Two Bit Circus, and used with permission.) Two Bit Circus would like you to come and play with them. But don't expect their Micro Amusement Park™, in downtown Los Angeles, to be like any other amusement experience you've ever had. (Photo courtesy of Two Bit Circus, and used with permission.) "Interactive" is the key word as you explore the 38,000-square-foot complex. (Photo courtesy of Two Bit Circus, and used with permission.) Carnival elements combine with computers, robotics, VR, XR and a sense of "what if we did this?" to show visitors a great time.  Even the shows (well, especially the shows) involve participation and collaboration. (Photo courtesy of Two Bit Circus, and used with permission.) And no two visits to the Micro Amusement Park™, which opened in September, 2018, will ever be the same. Eric Gradman is the co-founder and CTO of Two Bit Circus.  He is also a computer software designer, a circus performer--and a professional whistler! Eric talked about the experience of creating the Micro Amusement Park™, some of the  resources available to fellow creatives, and what's next! Photo Courtesy of Two Bit Circus, and used with permission.) On this edition of Over Coffee®, you will hear: How the Micro Amusement Park™ evolved from Eric's earlier work on STEAM Carnival with co-founder Brent Bushnell;  What the experience was like, opening the Micro Amusement Park™; One of Eric's favorite experiences (to build, and in the park); One challenge which Eric and the team face as they make "the future of fun" look easy; What visitors might experience in the interactive theatre, Club 01; Some of the new games that have been added, since the park opened in September; The element that could turn a "boring" game into a masterpiece; And, a demonstration to "make over" a type of game which some people might consider "boring"! A great STEAM resource for teachers and makers; What Eric and his team are learning, as they continue evolving the Micro Amusement Park™; What may be next!; How independent inventors can get their games previewed by the Two Bit Circus crew and their guests.

CEO of Two Bit Circus, Brent Bushnell is busy looking for future locations for his micro amusement park.  What started as a company that built ephemeral experiences is now a permanent physical collection of original games, immersive "story rooms" and VR adventures. Bushnell explains how Two Bit Circus got its start and his ambitious growth plans.   Special thanks to the retail researchers and friends that joined our Two Bit Circus site visit:  Taylor Coyne, Arielle Einhorn, Jennifer Dimaano, Magdalene Nitschke and Tom Lagos. James Cook is the director of retail research in the Americas for JLL.  Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Android  Listen: WhereWeBuy.show  Alexa: Say "Enable the Where We Buy skill" Tweet: @JamesDCook Email: jamesd.cook@am.jll.com  Instagram: @jamcoo Leave a message on the Where We Buy hotline. We may use it on an upcoming show. Call (602) 633-4061  Read more retail research here. Theme music is Run in the Night by The Good Lawdz, under Creative Commons license. Additional music:  Getting it Done Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

Your listener challenge: Explain what you do in one sentence using a Character, a Problem, a Plan, & vision of Success. Using pointers from “Building a StoryBrand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen” by Donald Miller (available here: https://amzn.to/2kOGSFY) we discuss the importance of explaining the whole story to your customers. Send us your one-liners for a chance to be featured on the show! Email: philip@gantom.com Subscribe to show notes: www.marketingyourattraction.com NEWS 1. AT&T Shape Conference at Warner Bros. (Entertainment/Technology/VR/AR) -Red Hydrogen Holographic Phone -Brent Bushnel from Two-Bit Circus Presentation (Launching 50,000 square foot Micro-Amusement Park in LA later this year) Brad’s takeaways from Two-Bit’s Presentation: Scalability and immersion are opposing forces. Future Successful Experiences will be immersive, out-of-home, social, intuitive and as a bonus meaningful. Videos will eventually be posted at: https://shape.att.com 2. Mary Meeker’s Annual Internet Trends Report General Partner at Kleiner Perkins https://www.recode.net/2018/5/30/17385116/mary-meeker-slides-internet-trends-code-conference-2018 Advertising Slides: 96 - 99 Household Spending Slide 132: Spending on Entertainment is slightly decreasing Leadership Symposium: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/seasonal-attraction-leadership-symposium-2018-registration-45141589710?aff=0a3e2d60b4 Use ‘GANTOMINSIDER’ for $30 OFF Free Subscription to Seasonal Entertainment Source: http://seasonalentertainmentsource.com

Your listener challenge: Explain what you do in one sentence using a Character, a Problem, a Plan, & vision of Success.Using pointers from “Building a StoryBrand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen” by Donald Miller (available here: https://amzn.to/2kOGSFY) we discuss the importance of explaining the whole story to your customers.Send us your one-liners for a chance to be featured on the show!Email: philip@gantom.comSubscribe to show notes: www.marketingyourattraction.comNEWS1. AT&T Shape Conference at Warner Bros. (Entertainment/Technology/VR/AR)-Red Hydrogen Holographic Phone-Brent Bushnel from Two-Bit Circus Presentation (Launching 50,000 square foot Micro-Amusement Park in LA later this year)Brad’s takeaways from Two-Bit’s Presentation:Scalability and immersion are opposing forces. Future Successful Experiences will be immersive, out-of-home, social, intuitive and as a bonus meaningful.Videos will eventually be posted at: https://shape.att.com 2. Mary Meeker’s Annual Internet Trends ReportGeneral Partner at Kleiner Perkinshttps://www.recode.net/2018/5/30/17385116/mary-meeker-slides-internet-trends-code-conference-2018 Advertising Slides: 96 - 99Household Spending Slide 132: Spending on Entertainment is slightly decreasingLeadership Symposium: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/seasonal-attraction-leadership-symposium-2018-registration-45141589710?aff=0a3e2d60b4Use ‘GANTOMINSIDER’ for $30 OFFFree Subscription to Seasonal Entertainment Source: http://seasonalentertainmentsource.com