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Ep. 26 - IAAPA Expo and an Interview with WGN‘s Marcus Leshock

It's finally IAAPA Week! Tens of thousands of industry professionals have descended on Orlando for the biggest trade show in the amusement industry. Kris and Elizabeth discuss the show and some of the cool things announced there. 
Plus, we speak with Marcus Leshock, anchor, reporter and roller coaster bureau chief for WGN TV in Chicago! We learn what ride was his favorite, what made him become an ACE member and which coaster he would bring back if he could!

Ep. 25 - Spooky Season and an Interview with Jeffrey Siebert of Six Flags Fiesta Texas!

On this month's episode, we sit down with Park President of Six Flags Fiesta Texas (and long-time ACE friend) Jeffrey Siebert to talk about his new B&M dive coaster coming in 2022, as well as why the guest experience is so important to him.
 
We'll also talk about the return of spooky season and look ahead to the big IAAPA Expo in just a few weeks. 
 
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Ep. 24 - New Ride Announcements and Golden Ticket Award Results!

On this month's episode, we have ACE Communications Director, Elizabeth Ringas sit in to discuss all of the newly announced attractions coming in 2021. We'll also sit down with Amusement Today's Tim Baldwin to discuss the recent Golden Ticket Awards, how the newspaper got started and how you can be a part of the voting pool for next year's awards!
 
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Ep. 23 - (Minicast) Looking Back at Coaster Con 43

For this month's minicast, let's listen in as ACE Member and Podcast Producer, Bryant Yeager takes us back to June and the epic event that was Coaster Con 43. Enjoy!

Ep. 22 - Coaster Con Recap and Guy Nelson of Dynamic Attraction Group

Coaster Con has officially come and gone, so Clint and Kris take a few minutes to look back at the event, plus look forward to many others coming up real soon in the event rundown!
Plus, we'll sit down with Guy Nelson, CEO of Dynamic Attraction Group, who gives us a preview of some upcoming projects including some that are truly out of this world!
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Ep. 21 - Coaster Con and the Crider Family

Clint and Kris get pumped for Coaster Con, discuss Give Kids the World and the upcoming ACE Elections. Plus, Andrew sits down with the Crider Family to discuss their love of the thrill. 
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Ep. 20 - (Minicast) Coaster Potpourri

Clint and Kris sit down to discuss some of their thoughts on all of the new attractions scheduled to open this year! Which one do you think will be your favorite? 
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Ep. 19 - The A.C.R.O.N.Y.M. Challenge!

Do you think you're an expert in industry acronyms? Put your knowledge to the test as you play along with Kris and Clint! Plus, we’ll learn about Bowling Green State University’s Theme Park Management program!

Ep. 18 (Minicast) Coaster Family: The Tilsley's

Join us for this minicast as we sit down with ACE member Chris Tilsley, who talks about how he and his wife share their love of thrill rides while they manage all that travel with their children.

Ep. 17 - "Class Action Park" documentary

This month, Andrew sits down with the director / producer of "Class Action Park," Seth Porges, to hear about why they made the film. Plus, Clint and Kris discuss some of the more legendary stories to come out of Action Park, the most infamous amusement park the world has ever seen!