ACE - Ride With Us

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.

Ep. 8 - World Roller Coaster Appreciation Month, Coaster Family & Interview with Tom Rebbie of PTC

This month, we celebrate World Roller Coaster Appreciation Month - and the approach of Coaster Con at Home!
We'll hear about another of ACE's Coaster Families and we'll speak with the one and only Tom Rebbie of Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters, Inc. He'll fill us in on how PTC is doing, some of the incredible history the company has seen, and tell some pretty unique stories as only he can!
Want to be a part of the podcast? Send us your questions, comments or audio clips to podcast@aceonline.org

Ep. 7 - Planning a Road Trip & Interview with IAAPA's Susan Storey

This month, as we continue to navigate these uncertain waters, we discuss ways to plan the perfect coaster road trip. Whether to fly or drive, hot or cold, bugs or cheerleaders?!? We break down how to ensure your trip is a good one.
Plus, we'll speak from Susan Storey, Director of Communications for IAAPA. She'll tell us how the industry is responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as ways YOU the enthusiast can help the industry out.
Want to be a part of the podcast? Send us your questions, comments or audio clips to podcast@aceonline.org

Ep. 6 - Passing Time while Sheltering-in-Place, plus ACE Event Updates

An unprecedented and historic shutdown of the amusement industry will be our only topic this month. COVID-19 has had a devastating effect on the worldwide economy and on the places that bring us together as ACE Members. 
This episode tackles how you can pass the time while sheltering-in-place and more importantly, how you can help your local park(s) when they re-open.
Want to be a part of the podcast? Send us your questions, comments or audio clips to podcast@aceonline.org

Ep. 5 - What's a Media Day? Plus a Coaster Family and Tom Zeliff of No Limits

 
Spring is nearly upon us, which means parks are slowly opening back up! 
This month, we'll dispel myths about media days; why they aren’t exactly ERT sessions and why ACE members often get the call to help out.
We'll also sit down with Tom Zeliff, one of the co-creators of the No Limits roller coaster simulator. 
Be a part of the podcast! Send all comments and questions to: podcast@aceonline.org. You could end up on the show!