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This morning, Melissa and Austin heard the worst dad jokes, got creative with Morgan Wallen's name and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Miranda Lambert.
This morning, Melissa and Austin heard about some secret weddings, welcomed on Austin's Dad and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Miranda Lambert!
This morning, Melissa and Austin reacted to the shocking news in the country world, found another dad of the day and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Miranda Lambert.
This morning, Melissa and Austin debated princesses, learned how not to handle a baby and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Miranda Lambert.
Join Attractions Magazine contributing writers and correspondents as they bring you news and discussion about all things themed entertainment and parks, including Disney, Universal Studios and beyond on The Attractions Podcast. Topics of conversation on this week's episode of The Attractions Podcast: We spent 40 minutes at Jessie's Roundup in Magic Kingdom and it was a hit New Jaws-themed restaurant inside Universal Studios Florida makes a splash Six Flags Great America 50th anniversary to feature new nighttime spectacular, parade, and more Six Flags Fiesta Texas is getting a werewolf-themed coaster unlike anything else in the world Papa Johns is bringing Pizza Planet to life Disney is massively transforming Carousel of Progress — Here's what's changing The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are those of the hosts and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the producers, Dream Together Media LLC, or staff.
You know how they have rollercoasters? They're going to start racing them again. Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We just visited both Six Flags Great America and California's Great America in the same week to celebrate the parks' 50th Birthdays! Join us as we talk about our visits and the key differences between the parks!
Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including the death of jazz guitarist and cast member from “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” Joe Negri, favorite teams playing in the World Cup, and the return of The American Eagle roller coaster at Six Flags Great America.
You know how they have rollercoasters? They're going to start racing them again. Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This morning, Melissa and Austin added some things to the list, chatted with some local heroes and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Cody Johnson!
This morning, Melissa and Austin chatted with Scotty Kay about the ACM Awards, learned of some weird weddings and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Cody Johnson.
Every coaster enthusiast has one. A specific ride. A specific day. The moment that turned a casual park visitor into someone who plans vacations around roller coasters, studies manufacturer lineups, and listens to theme park podcasts at 11pm on a Tuesday. This week Mike and EB asked the Coaster Radio community to share theirs — and the response was overwhelming. From Steel Phantom at Kennywood to Dueling Dragons at Islands of Adventure. From Big Thunder Mountain at Disneyland at age six to Viper at Six Flags Magic Mountain in 1991. From watching Top Thrill Dragster launch for hours as a child to being forced onto a coaster by an older sibling and never looking back. From Dick Knoebel of Knoebels personally replying to a young fan's handwritten letters to a nine-year-old standing under a flickering chandelier at the Haunted Mansion and thinking "this is what I want to do with my life." Dozens of stories. Dozens of different rides. One common thread — the moment everything changed. But first — Cedar Point tried to cancel Coastermania and replace it with Morning Rush. The Coaster Maniacs responded. Tony Clark listened. And the Hulkster had some thoughts. Brothers, Coastermania is incoming. Also this week — Epic Universe opens Celestial Park to convention goers for the first time ever, giving the world its first look at how the portal system actually works. A bomb threat at Six Flags Magic Mountain delays opening until 12:30pm and nobody can explain why it was called in at 7:45 in the morning. The Family Kingdom Raptor coaster gets pushed to 2027 due to permitting issues. Busch Gardens Tampa files permits for a possible $16.5 million water ride to replace Stanley Falls. And Holiday World launches the most elaborate teaser campaign in park history for the mysterious Town of Boulder Canyon. Plus — a live trip report from Six Flags Great America on opening day, and the show teases something new coming to Coaster Radio very soon. Go read the full listener responses on the Coaster Radio Facebook page. Bring tissues.
Join Attractions Magazine contributing writers and correspondents as they bring you news and discussion about all things themed entertainment and parks, including Disney, Universal Studios and beyond on The Attractions Podcast. Topics of conversation on this week's episode of The Attractions Podcast: Disney's new CEO unveils cruise ship ‘Disney Believe' and bold future vision First Look: Grand Floridian's tea experience is finally back, but with an Alice In Wonderland twist (REVIEW) I playtested the updated Buzz Lightyear ride — here's what surprised me Six Flags Great America 50th anniversary to feature new nighttime spectacular, parade, and more Minecraft World: First-ever Minecraft theme park land coming in 2027 Jack is back, and so is Oddfellow, as Halloween Horror Nights 2026 reveals details for 35th anniversary The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are those of the hosts and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the producers, Dream Together Media LLC, or staff.
A look at Six Flags Great America as it celebrates 50 years, the movie “Project Hail Mary” opens past $80 million, and Friday could be key in the TSA worker shortage.
If Captain Kangaroo was a part of your childhood, then you'll remember Debbie "Feebee" Weems. She was a regular on the "Captain Kangaroo" show from 1973 to 1978. She acted, sang songs, and was the voice of the puppet character, Baby Duck. This short interview took place during the filming of the Kangaroo show at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Illinois. If you Google "Debbie Weems," you'll see that, sadly, her life ended in tragedy.
Colt Cabana (AEW) joins Mike and Jason for a lively discussion about Gurnee, Illinois's number-one amusement park, Six Flags Great America!
In this episode, Phil and Janelle talk about Rainforest Cafe, National Parks, astronaut statues, cruises, The Movie Quote Game, Fiction Books, vacation pants, Illinois, Six Flags Great America, and more.
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This morning, Melissa and Austin figured out who knew more about Marathons, chatted with comedian Henry Cho and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Brett Eldredge.
This morning, Melissa and Austin heard some deep secrets, celebrated some amazing accomplishments and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Brett Eldredge.
This morning, Melissa and Austin did some serious investigating, found some weird stuff in homes and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Brett Eldredge
This morning, Melissa and Austin celebrated a very special day and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Brett Eldridge!
This morning, Melissa and Austin shared some sad news, figured out they worst thing to lose in a break up and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Brett Eldridge.
Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood Opened Last Weekend to a sold-out crowd, featuring 8 Houses, a New Dining Pass, "Chainsaw Man", and More. Meanwhile, Halloween Horror Nights Orlando Criticized for Premium Scream Night Disappointments, Oversold Passes, and Controversies Around Roaming Characters. Also this week: Six Flags Great America's Fright Fest Begins September 13th; Adventureland Debuts New House for Phantom Fall Fest; Fresno Fright Nights Comes to the Central Valley October 3rd; Maan Farms Announces First Halloween Fright Festival; M&D's Scotland's Theme Park Offers Family Fun and Thrilling Scares; Home Haunter Awards Show 2024 Winners Announced. Read more here.
Your boys are back with a big ol recp of last weekends Deep Dish Stumble at Six Flags Great America! Twas a true banger from start to finish, including the worlds best pool party. That, news, Cedar Point shitting on Marcus' weekend, fan questions and more in this episode.
Nikki won Fright Fest tickets !!!
This morning, Melissa and Austin heard some wild reunion stories, debated what camping is and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Jason Aldean!
Ozman The Wizard and Na'imah talk about going to Six Flags Great America, Shannon Sharpe setting his controversial lawsuit and departure from ESPN, Deon Sanders battling bladder cancer, R.I.P. to Ryne Sandberg at the age of 65, Gilbert Arenas getting arrested for illegal gambling, and much more!!! Please subscribe, share, rate and review.
This morning, Melissa and Austin learned of the worst things to give kids, found some cool things to get for free and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America tickets and Lady A tickets.
This morning, Melissa and Austin debated if festivals or concerts were better, found out how people have bettered themselves and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Lady A
This morning, Melissa and Austin found the worst job ever, heard some adorable pet names and gave away Six Flags Great America tickets and passes to Lady A!
Coaster Con 47 Recap - Thrills Across the Midwest! Coaster Con 47 rolled through the Midwest in June 2025, and it was a ride to remember! This six-day adventure took the American Coaster Enthusiasts to Six Flags Great America in Illinois, the charming Little Amerricka in Wisconsin and the iconic Indiana Beach. Whether you missed out and want the inside scoop, or you were there and want to relive the magic, we're breaking down all the highlights - from ERT and exclusive behind-the-scenes tours to unforgettable coaster moments and ACE camaraderie. Grab your lanyard, strap in, and join host Jessica Gardner along with Johnny McWilliams, Corey Brown and Tori Sereika for a full recap of the fun that made Coaster Con 47 unforgettable. 1:35 - Get to know Johnny McWIlliams 4:14 Say hello to Corey Brown 10:00 Meet Tori Sereika 14:10 Day 1 - Registration and Six Flags Great America 27:14 Interview with Rachel Kendziora - Regional Public Relations Manager of Midwest Six Flags parks 51:30 Day 2 - BTS Experiences, IAAPA/S&S Presentation, Landmark plaque ceremony for American Eagle, Ninth Annual Rubber Ducky Regatta 1:09:47 Day 3 - ACE Video Contest, ACE Annual Business Meeting, Tori's Auction win 1:18:50 Day 4 - Little Amerricka 1:34:27 Banquet at Great Wolf Lodge 1:36:20 Day 5 - Indiana Beach, Midway Olympics 1:46:00 Day 6 - All American Triple Loop open! 1:50:50 Post Con at Holiday World Share your ideas and thoughts about this podcast via email: podcast@aceonline.org. Did you know anyone can join ACE? Visit ridewithace.com to learn more about the non-profit organization American Coaster Enthusiasts. Podcast Episode Team Host: Jessica Gardner Producers: Derek Perry and Doug Perry Editor: Bob Randolph Correspondent: Gerik Gooch Production Manager: Corey Wooten
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This week on the premier comedy roller coaster podcast Ben and Zach discuss Wrath of Rakshasa at Six Flags Great America as well as give some general life updates, plus much more! Actually, we're the worst roller coaster podcast!Find and contact us here:Join our Discord server here: https://discord.gg/uNVud4Twww.patreon.com/yourfavoritecoastersuckshttps://www.yourfavoritecoastersucks.com/YourFavoriteCoasterSucks@gmail.comJoin our email list: https://sendfox.com/yourfavoritecoastersucksInstagram @YourFavoriteCoasterSucksTwitter @YFCS_podwww.facebook.com/UrFavCoasterSuxwww.yourfavoritecoastersucks.tumblr.comf you enjoy the show please consider throwing us a buck or two www.patreon.com/yourfavoritecoastersucks
This morning, Melissa and Austin played a very dumb game, hosted some amazing people and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Windy City Smokeout!
This morning, Melissa and Austin debated a good surprise, tried to beat the heat and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Windy City Smokeout!
This morning, Melissa and Austin played a round of Kid vs. Dog, talked about wedding surprises and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Windy City Smokeout.
This morning, Melissa and Austin fought, figured out if they were snobs and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Windy City Smokeout!
This morning, Melissa and Austin figured out how the heat got them down, learned about significant others going rogue and gave away tickets to Six Flags Great America and Windy City Smokeout!
In this episode of the RepcoLite Home Improvement Show, Dan Hansen shares his recent adventure at Six Flags Great America and insights on how his diminished senses make him a 'superhero.' The episode then delves into practical home improvement topics, including a detailed comparison of bagged vs. bagless vacuums, the benefits of RepcoLite's new waterborne Deck and Dock stain, and useful advice on choosing the perfect front door color. Listeners get recommendations on tools and products, insights on color psychology, and tips on keeping their homes aesthetically pleasing and up-to-date.00:00 Introduction and Personal Anecdote03:59 Show Overview and Upcoming Segments05:13 Bagged vs. Bagless Vacuums: A Detailed Comparison10:56 Favorite Things: Power Pump Plunger and Freshly Painted Ceiling19:12 Repco Light's New Deck and Dock Waterborne Stain20:31 Choosing the Right Deck Stain21:54 The Benefits of Waterborne Deck Stain22:47 Easy Cleanup and Quick Drying25:33 Application Tips for Deck Stain31:17 Selecting the Perfect Front Door Color32:26 Popular Front Door Colors and Trends37:38 Practical Tips for Painting Your Front Door38:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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 428: I will discuss The Z-Force Roller Coaster at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, IL, and read off the menu from The Courtyards Of Plaka Greek Restaurant in Greektown, Chicago.
Episode 428: I will discuss The Z-Force Roller Coaster at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, IL, and read off the menu from The Courtyards Of Plaka Greek Restaurant in Greektown, Chicago.
Six Flags Great America kicks off its 2025 season with the debut of the world's steepest dive coaster. Plus, Passover brings big business to a suburban deli, and we catch up with always-on-the-move Chicago restaurateur Billy Dec.
As the self-appointed "Roller Coaster Bureau Chief" of WGN-TV in Chicago, Marcus Leshock has seen it all, including a Double Rollback on Top Thrill "Cubs"ter at Cedar Point following a Cubs World Series win many years ago. This week on the podcast, Marcus joins Andrew to talk all things coaster enthusiasm, his home park of Six Flags Great America, the demise of Kingda Ka, and the roller coasters and attractions he is most excited for in 2025! You can connect with the show by hitting us up on social media @Coaster101: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram. We also have a website, if you're into that sort of thing: www.coaster101.comAlso, be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode! And please give us a rating and review wherever you listen, it helps new listeners find us!Find the latest and greatest Coaster101 and theme park-inspired merch at c101.co/teepublic!Thanks to JMMD Entertainment for providing our theme song. For more on them, check out jmmusicdesign.com.
In this celebration of Black History Month, Gerik Gooch moderates a roundtable with four fellow ACE members who are Blusiasts: Black enthusiasts. Airtime Myke, Duwena Tillman, James Mason and Alan Franklin share their stories, reveal their favorite parks, events & coasters and discuss the joy of finding community. They also discuss the history of Black Americans and the importance of promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. In this Episode: [1:02] Introductions [7:13] Myke's coaster journey: marathoning Drachen Fire at Busch Gardens Williamsburg [17:06] James's coaster journey: Magnum XL-200 at Cedar Point; Boblo Island; parents who rode and still ride [25:08] Duwena's coaster journey: American Eagle at Six Flags Great America; Walt Disney World; theme park enthusiasts; immersive worlds; Universal Studios Japan [34:08] Alan's coaster journey: mom's bribe to ride Viper at Six Flags Magic Mountain; more parents who still ride [42:54] Alan's service with the Air National Guard; fighting California wildfires [46:05] Duwena becomes an enthusiast; plus-size riders and “the walk of safety"; tears of joy for Iron Rattler; victory on TRON Lightcycle / Run [53:04] HoliWood Nights; custom wristbands & music festival culture; Roller Coaster Rodeo; last rides on Kingda Ka [59:39] ACE events: Lost Island; Stricker's Grove; ACE Spring Conference; Schwarzkopf documentary; paper maps and atlases; media days, connections and more [1:18:36] Desire for diversity; Myke assembles the Blusiasts [1:28:41] "Roller coasters as art"; finding Black coaster family; examining our history; shoutout and welcome to our non-Black supporters; Blusiasts are a "great time!" [1:40:34] Top coasters: Steel Vengeance, Fury 325, VelociCoaster, The Voyage, Intimidator 305, Flying Dinosaur, ArieForce One, Iron Gwazi, El Toro, X2, Stardust Racers, Zadra, Voltron Nevera and The Ride to Happiness [1:58:09] Outro: where to find us on social media Share your ideas and thoughts about this podcast via email: podcast@aceonline.org. Did you know anyone can join ACE? Visit ridewithace.com to learn more about the non-profit organization American Coaster Enthusiasts. Podcast Episode Team Host: Jessica Gardner Producers: Derek Perry and Doug Perry Editors: Bob Randolph and Gerik Gooch Correspondent and Show Notes: Gerik Gooch Production Manager: Corey Wooten
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.
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
The Halloween Spooksnackular is on! Thrill to Halloween-ONLY episodes for the rest of this month cuz if you can keep your Christmas trees up til February than you can handle this! On this penultimate episode of the SCREAMson: I get mad about you getting mad about robots in Wal Mart and reveal that all this time I've been studying how to summon a demon! The Demon Overlord of Fright Fest at Six Flags Great America apparates in the Q101 studios and we got to talking. NEW POE-RFECT MERCH IS ALIVE GET YOU TO FRIGHT FEST! Recorded LIVE at Chicago's Historic Green Mill Lounge on 10/19/24 and then in the courtesy of Jeppson's Malört: The Official Drink of the Apocalypse and at Q101 101.1 WKQX courtesy of Jeppson's Malört: The Official Drink of the Apocalypse and all the great humans at Six Flags Great America!! Come find me in all your favorite places including my Discord Featuring “Promises” by the Barrerracudas and a snippy of “The Wasteland” courtesy of Ross Bugden Twitter: Instagram For commissions/scores: bugdenross@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The guys took a break from the show last week. SO OF COURSE, that's when parks across america decided to drop a ton of news about new attrractions for 2025 and beyond. So this week's show is all about playing catch-up and giving you hot takes about new announcements from Disney, Canada's Wonderland, Six Flags New England, Six Flags Great America, Lost Island Theme Park AND MORE!