ACE - Ride With Us

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!

Ep. 16 - (Minicast) Meet Your ACE Executive Committee: Treasurer, Cheri Armstrong

This episode, we sit down with ACE's Treasurer, Cheri Armstrong as she talks about what it takes to keep our organization running smoothly. Plus, we learn about all the other facets of ACE that Cheri helps out with.

Ep. 15 - Coasters and the Holidays; Interview with Dan Leavelle (Midway Mayhem) and Sarah Anderson (G-Force)

The holidays are upon us and what better way to put aside the year that was with some great theme-park related trips and gifts! Plus, we sit down with Dan Leavelle of Midway Mayhem and Sarah Anderson of G-Force. We even get a surprise appearance from Scott Schaffer of Upstop Media!

Ep. 14 - (Minicast) Coasters Run in the Family - The Zachary's

Andrew Locke sits down with the Zachary Family to talk about how they became roller coaster enthusiasts as well as how their love of thrill rides has brought them closer together.

Ep. 13 - (Minicast) Meet Your ACE Executive Committee: Communications Director, Elizabeth Ringas

We sit down with ACE Communications Director, Elizabeth Ringas to chat about her journey in ACE, why the organization needs a communications position and what she loves most about volunteering!

Ep. 12 - Spooky Season and Parks During a Pandemic

So is Spooky Season completely canceled or just modified where you live? Plus, we'll hear from ACE Member, Bryant Yeager, who gives us his trip report from his home park, Six Flags Over Texas, during the COVID-19 pandemic. What's changed and what's the same? Tune in to find out!

Ep. 11 - (Minicast) Meet Your ACE Executive Committee: President Robert Ulrich

We sit down with ACE President, Robert Ulrich to discuss how he found the club, how much work goes into serving as the leader of the largest non-profit enthusiast organization in the world (a LOT), and busts some myths along the way.

Ep. 10 - (Minicast) Which parks manage their lines the best?

It's our first mini-cast! Clint & Kris discuss the scourge of all roller coaster fans: line jumpers! What's the worst experience they've ever had? What parks do the best at curbing these rule breakers?
Also, we're hard at work on upcoming episodes and want to hear from you! What are some coaster or park myths you want to have busted or confirmed? Email us at podcast@aceonline.org and you just might hear yourself on the next episode!

Ep. 9 - A History of Indiana Beach and an Interview with Dollywood’s Pete Owens

In this month's episode, Clint & Kris recover from the insanity that was Coaster Con at Home. We'll also learn about the unique history of Indiana Beach as they re-open from the ashes.
Finally, we'll sit down with Pete Owens, Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations at Dollywood to hear how he got into the industry, as well as some of the challenges of operating a park safely in the middle of a pandemic.