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tspp #134 - Cedar Point 101 w/ Robin Innes 07/15/2010

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 06:06:00 +0000

Cedar Point is in the Season Pass Discussion Room this week. Robin Innes (31 Year Veteran and Director of Public Relations for Cedar Point) joins Doug Barnes (SeasonPassPodcast.com), Brent Young (Super78) & Robert Coker (ThrillRide.com) for discussion on Cedar Point: It's significance, history, ride collection, roller coasters, future, the new 2010 attraction - Shoot The Rapids, & much more! Any fan of Cedar Point or anyone who wants to learn about the Mecca of Amusement Parks... This is a "Must Listen!" Enjoy. ; )

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www.cedarfair.com

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Tspp #133- Wizarding Worlds of Potter & Color w/ Arthur & Lance! 7/9/10

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 00:59:20 +0000

This week Lance Hart (Owner/Editor of ScreamScape.com) and Arthur Levine (The Theme Parks Guide for About.com) joins Doug Barnes (Owner/Producer of the Season Pass Podcast) and Brent Young (Creative Director/Co-Founder of Super 78) in the Season Pass Discussion Room for a review of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal Studios - Islands of Adventure and World of Color in Disney California Adventure. The group also discusses the new direction that theme park rides are headed. Enjoy!

www.screamscape.com

www.themeparks.about.com
www.seasonpasspodcast.com

www.universalorlando.com/harrypotter

http://disneyland.disney.go.com/disneys-california-adventure/world-of-color

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tspp #132- Inside ScreamScape.com w/ Lance Hart! 07/01/10

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 23:39:00 +0000

This week Lance Hart, Owner/Editor of ScreamScape.com, joins Doug Barnes (Owner/Producer of the Season Pass Podcast) and Arthur Levine (Theme Park Guide for About.com) in the Season Pass Discussion Room for an enlightening conversation on the Internet and the Amusement Industry. The group discusses the origin & journey of the highly recognized website (www.screamscape.com) as well as Lance's upbringing and his experiences that helped develop his interests in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, the Internet, and more. Was the original inspiration for ScreamScape.com a movie review site? The answer is within... Enjoy! ;)

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www.themeparks.about.com
www.seasonpasspodcast.com

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tspp # 131- The Brit Guide to Orlando w/ Simon and Susan Veness 06/25/10

Sat, 26 Jun 2010 03:01:00 +0000

This week Nick Hutson interviews Simon & Susan Veness, the Authors of The Brit Guide to Orlando. They discuss Orlando, Britain, Culture, Attractions and much, much more! Please enjoy this amazing look of British fun merging with American fun.

www.britguideorlando.net

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tspp #130 - The Bob Gurr Interview - Part 1! 6/17/10

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 03:39:00 +0000

http://legends.disney.go.com/legends/detail?key=Bob+Gurr

We kick off the 130’s with Disney Legend and Transportation Genius Bob Gurr. Bob Joins Doug Barnes (Owner/Producer of The Season Pass Podcast), Brent Young (Creative Director/Co-Founder of Super 78) & Robert Coker (Owner/Editor of ThrillRide.com) for a discussion on his start in the automotive industry and his creative years working in WED Enterprises (later known as Walt Disney Imagineering). You’ll hear about the creative process behind Autopia, the Monorail, Matterhorn Bobsleds, Submarines, Omnimovers, and more. This is part one of an infinity… ;) Enjoy!

http://deansgarage.com/2010/automobile-design-by-henry-gurr/

http://www.laughingplace.com/News-PID500310-500310.asp

http://disneyland.disney.go.com

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tspp #129 - The Mario Kamberg Interview... On the Road! 6/10/10

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 05:44:00 +0000

www.mariokambergdesign.com

This week Brent Young (Creative Director of Super 78) interviews Mario Kamberg… on the road… literally. During the rough, raw and off-road experience Mario discusses his journey to becoming a Director of Themed Entertainment Media. Starting with his first Universal Studios project, The Funtastic World of Hanna-Barbera, along with The Star Trek Experience, Jimmy Neutron’s Nicktoon Blast and more. The recording might be a little rugged, but the content is far from it. Please Enjoy!

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tspp #128- Shanghai Expo 2010 Preview/Review & Listener Feedback 6/4/10

Sat, 05 Jun 2010 22:39:00 +0000

www.worldsfairpodcast.com

The World’s Fair is now open in Shanghai China for 2010. This episode is a preview and review of Shanghai’s amazing new Expo. We talk China’s take on the World’s Fair, the size of this particular Expo, the Pavilions and much more. Also, don’t go away because after the expo talk, Shannon joins us to read some of your feedback. This podcast is a big World’s Fair and Season Pass Podcast listener celebration. Enjoy!

www.expomuseum.com

www.ussingapore.blogspot.com

www.gorillasdontblog.blogspot.com

www.joshandcroz.com

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tspp #127- Bay Area Bash 2010 in Six Flags Discovery Kingdom 05/27/10

Fri, 28 May 2010 03:28:00 +0000

Episode 127 is at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo, California for Bay Area Bash 2010! Join Doug Barnes (SeasonPassPodcast.com), Robb Alvey (ThemeParkReview.com) & Shannon as they talk Six Flags, rides, elephants, whales and more with Discovery Kingdom’s Charles Laureano (the Operations Supervisor for Rides) and discuss the Bash with some excited TPR members attending the event including a special appearance by the Alabama Twins… ‘nuff said! ;) Enjoy.

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tspp #126- Lou Mongello Talks WDW with the Season Pass! 05/20/10

Fri, 21 May 2010 04:07:00 +0000

For episode 126 the Author of Walt Disney World Trivia & Host of WDW Radio, Lou Mongello joins Doug Barnes and Urso Chappell in the Season Pass Discussion Room. We talk about Lou’s passion for Disney World that drove him to create books and digital media based on the world’s #1 destination as well as favorite parks, rides, attractions & dining. This is a WDW geek-fest, please enjoy! ;)

www.wdwradio.com

www.expomuseum.com

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tspp #125- "Preserved" Pt.2 w/ Chris Merritt,Tony Baxter,Dave Cobb,Tom Morris & Many More 5/13/10

Fri, 14 May 2010 07:08:00 +0000

Episode 125 is part 2 of a 2 part series covering the “Knott’s Preserved Event” in Knott’s Berry Farm, Buena Park, California. In this episode Doug Barnes (Owner/Producer of The Season Pass Podcast), Robert Coker (Owner/Editor of ThrillRide.com) and Rick West (Owner/Editor of ThemeParkAdventure.com) talk with Chris Merritt (Author of Knott’s Preserved), Phil Brigandi (Local Historian), Dave Cobb (ThinkWell Design), Josh Shipley (Walt Disney Imagineering), Tony Baxter (Walt Disney Imagineering), Charles Phoenix (Comedian/Historian), Tom Morris (Walt Disney Imagineering), Jeff Tucker (Entertainment – Knott’s Berry Farm), Ryan Harmon (DelaneyHarmon), and many more! We have more discussion on Knott’s influence and history as well as Disneyland conversation. Great discussions wait ahead… Enjoy! ;)

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tspp #125.5-Preserved Presentation 2 w/Chris Merritt,Eric Lynxwiler,Rolly Crump,Chris Crump,Eddie Sotto,Dean Davisson and More!

Thu, 13 May 2010 06:21:00 +0000

The Night Presentation for the Knott’s Preserved event featuring Chris Merritt, Eric Lynxwiler, Rolly Crump, Chris Crump, Eddie Sotto, Dean Davisson, John Waite and more.

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tspp #124- "Preserved" pt.1 w/ Bob Gurr,Rolly Crump,Chris Crump & More! 5/6/10

Fri, 07 May 2010 03:30:00 +0000

Recorded on April 18th, 2010 in Knott's Berry Farm for the release event of Knott's Preserved, episode 124 is part 1 of a 2 part series covering this amazing day. Doug Barnes (Owner/Producer of The Season Pass Podcast) and Robert Coker (Owner/Editor of ThrillRide.com) talk with Walt Disney Imagineers Bob Gurr, Rolly Crump and Chris Crump. We discuss Knott’s Berry Farm’s history and the creation of the fan favorite attraction Knott’s Bear-y Tales. We also discuss Walt Disney and his influence behind creating teams and attractions.

There's also a very special treat at the end of the show - the entire Knott’s Preserved Presentation by Author Chris Merritt. This is a must for all Knott’s Berry Farm & Disneyland fans!! Enjoy.

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tspp #123- John Wardley Returns pt. 2 - Dark Ride Talk! 4/28/10

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 06:12:00 +0000

www.merlinentertainments.biz

John Wardley – Ride Consultant for Merlin Entertainments, returns to the Season Pass Podcast Discussion Room for Episode 123. We discuss dark ride attractions with John including Chessington’s classics the Fifth Dimension & fan favorite the Bubbleworks, We also get deep behind the story and creation of Alton Towers’ Hex. John also answers many of your listener questions. This is part 2 of a 2 part conversation. Enjoy!

www.chessington.com

www.altontowers.com

www.thrillseekerapp.com

Past John Wardley Episodes:

TSPP 103 with John Wardley

TSPP 122 with John Wardley

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tspp #122- John Wardley Returns pt. 1 - TH13TEEN Talk! 4/21/10

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 03:46:00 +0000

www.merlinentertainments.biz

John Wardley – Ride Consultant for Merlin Entertainments, returns to the Season Pass Podcast Discussion Room for Episode 122. We discuss the new Th13teen attraction, now haunting in Alton Towers. John leads us through the creative process for the first-of-a-kind thrill ride and gives us the inside story on the origin, concept, location, & so much more. This is part 1 of a 2 part conversation. Enjoy!

www.altontowers.com

www.thrillseekerapp.com

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tspp # 121 - Project Future w/ Chad Emerson 04/14/10

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:29:00 +0000

www.projectfuturebook.com

Want to win a signed copy of Project Future: The Inside Story Behind the Creation of Disney World? It's easy to enter the contest, check out the details HERE!!!

Make Sure to listen to TSPP # 121 and submit your answers to doug@seasonpasspodcast.com by Thursday, April 22nd!!

Good Luck To All! ;)

www.seasonpasspodcast.com

For Episode 121 – We speak with Chad Emerson, the author of Project Future: The Inside Story Behind the Creation of Disney World. We discuss his new book as well as the complex plans Disney created to find, purchase and build on the land that we now know as the Walt Disney World Resort. We also present a contest where YOU have a chance to win a signed copy of this historic book. Make sure to listen to the podcast for contest details!

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tspp #120- WCB 2010 in Knott's Berry Farm w/ Jeff Tucker 4/7/10

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 05:26:00 +0000

Episode 120 - It’s West Coast Bash 2010!! This week, the Season Pass Team is podcasting from the midway of the event’s second & final stop - Knott’s Berry Farm. Special guest, Jeff Tucker, the Supervisor for Park Shows Entertainment Division, joins the group to discuss the park, the WCB event and his journey through Knott’s to become the writer for Knott’s Stage Entertainment including the awesome Halloween Haunt shows, ie: The Hanging & Dr. Cleaver. We also get to hear from West Coast Bash attendees, get the WCB/TPR scoop from Robb Alvey (www.themeparkreview.com), & hear from Knott’s reliant Haunt Specialist, Rick West (www.themeparkadventure.com). This is another In-Park Season Pass Spectacle! Please Enjoy. ;)

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ERT# 4 w/ Nick Hutson and Doug Barnes

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 06:24:00 +0000

ERT #4 - Nick and Doug discuss Dickens' World, Th13teen, Intimidator and more. Plus Nick gives us a special audio through the intense walk-through attraction Scream!

WARNING: There is some subjective language in the walkthrough segment.

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tspp #119- From Six Flags Magic Mountain for West Coast Bash 2010! 04/01/10

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 04:30:00 +0000

Episode 119 - It’s West Coast Bash 2010!! This week, the Season Pass Team is podcasting from the midway of the event’s first stop - Six Flags Magic Mountain. Special guest Neil Thurman, the Director of Operations for SFMM, joins the group to discuss the park, the WCB event and his journey through the Six Flags chain. And since the crew is stationed in front of the portal to Terminator Salvation: The Ride, you’ll hear plenty of discussion about the 2009 addition to the park’s staggering collection of Roller Coasters. Please enjoy this special presentation from SFMM for WCB by TSPP. ;)

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tspp #118- The Chris Merritt Interview 03/18/10

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 03:52:00 +0000

For Episode 118 is we have special guest Chris Merritt (Art Director, Former Imagineer, Author, etc.) in the Season Pass Discussion Room. Chris talks about his current project as the Art Director for the Dreamworks Zone in Universal Studios Singapore as well as his soon to be released book Knott’s Preserved. There’s a ton of Knott’s Berry Farm history in this episode as well. Enjoy!

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tspp #117- Old School Review on Theas, Vegas City Center & Capt. EO 3/16/10

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:54:00 +0000

Episode 117 is a Season Pass Review Show. Doug Barnes, Brent Young & Rick West of ThemeParkAdventure.com discuss and review The Theas for 2010, The new City Center in Las Vegas Nevada, and the return of Captain EO in Disneyland. Enjoy!

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tspp #116- Tim Delaney pt 3: California Adventure & Hong Kong Disneyland 3/8/10

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:39:00 +0000

Episode 116 concludes the Three Part Adventure with the recent Vice President of Creative Design and Executive Designer for Walt Disney Imagineering Tim Delaney. During this discussion Tim discusses the creation of Paradise Pier in Disney’s California Adventure and the Imagineering of the sea side icon that resides on the pier California Screamin.’ We also get deep into the creative process behind Tomorrowland in Hong Kong Disneyland. This episode is filled with great WDI creative history: A Can’t Miss! Enjoy. ;)

Links:

Disney and More’s Tribute to Tim Delaney @ http://disneyandmore.blogspot.com

Three part Grand Tribute Blog -

Part 1 - Part 2 - Part 3

Contact Tim: timjdelaney@gmail.com

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tspp #115- Tim Delaney pt 2: Disneyland Paris & Space Mountain 3/1/10

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 22:34:00 +0000

Episode 115 continues the Three Part Journey with the recent Vice President of Creative Design and Executive Designer for Walt Disney Imagineering Tim Delaney. During this discussion Tim dives into the creation of Disneyland Paris, more specifically Discoveryland. We also get deep into the ENTIRE creative process for Disneyland Paris’ most ambitious and popular attraction Space Mountain. This episode is filled with great WDI creative history: A Can’t Miss! Enjoy. ;)

Links:

Disney and More’s Tribute to Tim Delaney @ http://disneyandmore.blogspot.com

Three part Grand Tribute Blog -

Part 1 - Part 2 - Part 3

The Shoot the Moon Documentary film (YouTube) can be found in the tribute blog.

Season Pass Podcast Archive - EPCOT talk w/ WDI:

Rick Rothschild Part One

Rick Rothschild Part Two

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tspp #114- The Tim Delaney Interview: EPCOT & Living Seas 2/22/10

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:36:00 +0000

Episode 114 begins a Three Part conversation with the recent Vice President of Creative Design and Executive Designer for Walt Disney Imagineering Tim Delaney. During this podcast we discuss Tim’s early fascination with Walt Disney’s visions of the future and technology, his journey into WED (later known as Walt Disney Imagineering), an intriguing look into the concept and creation of EPCOT and Tim’s main project within the park ‘The Living Seas Pavilion.’

This is a wonderful insight on the creative process within the art of Imagineering and is a must listen for all attraction designers, designers in the making and Disney park fans. Enjoy!

Links:

Disney and More’s Tribute to Tim Delaney @ http://disneyandmore.blogspot.com

Three part Grand Tribute Blog -

Part 1 - Part 2 - Part 3

Season Pass Podcast Archive - EPCOT talk w/ WDI:

Rick Rothschild Part One

Rick Rothschild Part Two

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tspp # 113 - West Coast Bash 2010 w/ Alvey & Godsey! 02/15/10

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 03:03:00 +0000

This week we're talking West Coast Bash 2010!! We have Chris Godsey of RideWorld.com and Robb Alvey of Theme Park Review on the podcast to discuss the new and exciting events happening throughout this year's BASH!!! We also discuss Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom's demise and Florida's Resorts. Shannon also makes an appearance to read listener feedback. This is a packed show so.... Please... Enjoy!! ;)

www.rideworld.com

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tspp# 112- 2009's Biggest Industry Stories 02/07/10

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 20:52:00 +0000

This week we finally go over the top Amusement Industry Stories of 2009. We discuss the international theme park impact, Blackstone, Disney, Merlin and much more. Follow us on Twitter! – www.twitter.com/theseasonpass

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tspp #111 - A Look into the Future of Theme Parks 01/31/10

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 03:00:00 +0000

Episode 111 is a short but sweet podcast. Doug, Brent, Rick and Ryan discuss future park announcements including Legoland Florida and Universal Studios Korea. We also take a rare moment in the Season Pass Discussion Room and talk industry news.

www.seasonpasspodcast.com

Follow the Season Pass Podcast on Twitter @ www.twitter.com/theseasonpass.

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tspp #110 - The Alan Menken Interview 01/23/10

Sun, 24 Jan 2010 00:58:00 +0000

-Bonus ERT Direct Download

The Season Pass is back in full effect and with episode #110 we have a very special guest - Composer and Disney Legend Alan Menken. We talk about Alan's music within the Theme Park World, his favorite parks and traditions as well as some of your favorite compositions from Disney, Broadway & West End. Please enjoy this celebration of music and magic.

Make sure to check out the past episodes of Nick's Season Pass ERT (soon to be titled "Season Pass ERT w/ Nick & Rick").

-#2 Direct Download

-#1 Direct Download

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ERT# 3- Coaster Boy: The Musical by Nick Hutson

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 03:51:00 +0000

Here it is... As requested by hundreds of Season Pass Podcast listeners... NICK HUTSON'S COASTER BOY: THE MUSICAL!

Thank Nick & let him know what you think by emailing him at nick@seasonpasspodcast.com

Thanks to Mike and the crew at CoasterRadio.com.

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tspp# 109- Universal Studios Singapore (Part 1) w/ David Kneupper 01/01/10

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 23:31:00 +0000

www.rwsentosa.com/en_universalstudio.html

Happy New Year to all! We bring out 2010 with an Universal Studios Singapore report from Brent Young (Creative Director of Super 78) and David Kneupper (Founder, Composer and Sound Designer for Kneupper Music). We discuss the RW Sentosa Resort in Singapore, the park, the construction progress and receive a deep desciption of the new Journey to Madagascar: A Crate Adventure.

www.kneuppermusic.com

-Bonus ERT Direct Download

Make sure to check out the past episodes of Nick's Season Pass ERT (soon to be titled "Season Pass ERT w/ Nick & Rick").

-#2 Direct Download

-#1 Direct Download

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tspp# 108- Disney Holidays w/ the TouringPlans.com Team 12/23/09

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 06:34:00 +0000

http://www.amazon.com/Unofficial-Guide-Disney-World-Guides/dp/0470460261/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1261636195&sr=8-1

This week Len Testa (the Co-Author of the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World) returns to the Season Pass Discussion Room with TouringPlans.com’s Developer Henry Work and Statistician Fred Hazelton. The group discusses Lines the new Mobile Web App, Holidays in the Disney Parks, a Magic day in the Kingdom, Universal Studios Singapore and future queue possibilities. Enjoy!

See what’s happening with the Season Pass! www.seasonpasspodcast.com

Links:

www.touringplans.com

-Lines App Mobile Site http://m.touringplans.com

-Len is part of the WDW Today Podcast! www.wdwtoday.com

-Unofficial Guide to WDW on sale @ Amazon

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tspp# 107- Expos, Museums & Rides w/ Alvey & Chappell 12/16/09

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 03:54:00 +0000

Urso Chappell (Expo Museum) and Robb Alvey (Theme Park Review) return to the Season Pass Discussion Room to give an update on the 2010 Shanghai Expo, an IAAPA recap, National Roller Coaster Museum talk (and the live announcement audio), and discuss Universal changes. We also get all the new stories and events from www.themeparkreview.com and www.expomuseum.com. We go 'Old School' with #107! Enjoy. ;)

www.expomuseum.com

www.amusementtoday.com

www.iaapa.org

www.worldsfairpodcast.com

Make sure to check out the past episodes of Nick's Season Pass ERT (soon to be titled "Season Pass ERT w/ Nick & Rick").

-#2 Direct Download

-#1 Direct Download

-Bonus ERT Direct Download

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tspp #106- Disney Legends Conference / IAAPA 2009 12/05/09

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 09:03:00 +0000

Another episode from IAAPA 2009 in Las Vegas Nevada! This week’s episode is not from the Season Pass Discussion room, but from the Disney Legends Discussion Room of IAAPA 2009. This is the full 2 hour recording of Walt Disney Imagineers Marty Sklar, Blaine Gibson, Bob Gurr, Richard Sherman & Buzz Price’s conversation on Walt Disney’s unsullied leadership abilities and management practices. This is an astonishing piece of audio. Definitely for anyone who is a fan of Walt Disney or desires to learn, improve and achieve the ultimate ability of leadership. The discussion is facilitated by Bob Rogers (Founder of BRC Imagination & Arts).

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tspp # 105- Podcasting From IAAPA 2009! 11/25/09

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 07:19:00 +0000

IAAPA 2009 in Las Vegas Nevada! We are podcasting from Camp InPark aka InPark Magazine’s Booth. Doug, Brent, Martin & Shannon discuss the fun and atmosphere of the IAAPA Expo and are joined by many guests including Mike Frueh (SimEx Iwerks), Brian Yessian (Yessian Music), Dina Benadon (Super 78), and Clint Novak (In The Loop). Get your audio IAAPA fix here and enjoy!

www.inparkmagazine.com

THE SEASON PASS IS NOMINATED FOR “BEST TRAVEL PODCAST” FOR THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE PODCAST AWARDS!

Remember to Vote for the Season Pass once a day until 11/30/09 @ www.podcastawards.com

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Nick's Season Pass ERT #2- Nick & Rick Geek Out!

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 05:41:00 +0000

In the second episode of Nick's Season Pass ERT he joins, Nick-fan, TPA's Rick West to discuss everything under the never-setting theme park sun. They talk about a DisneySea Documentary, Murphy the Dragon, question as to how Disney would run an airline and horror mazes and many things in-between. Nick also reads out some listener emails he was kindly sent after pleading on the twitter feed for companionship.

Contact Nick by email:

www.themeparksyndicate.com

tspp #104- Theme Park Syndicate w/ the Coaster Critic 11/18/09

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:13:00 +0000

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Joel aka the Coaster Critic joins Doug Barnes (Owner/Producer of the Season Pass Podcast) and Rick West (ThemeParkAdventure.com) in the Season Pass Discussion Room to discuss his websites www.thecoastercritic.com, www.coasterportal.com, and his newest aggregator www.themeparksyndicate.com. Also, we geek over some of our favorite parks and coasters. Please Enjoy!

www.thecoastercritic.com

www.coasterportal.com

THE SEASON PASS IS NOMINATED FOR “BEST TRAVEL PODCAST” FOR THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE PODCAST AWARDS! Remember to Vote for the Season Pass once a day until 11/30/09 @ www.podcastawards.com

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tspp # 103- The John Wardley Interview 11/11/09

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:42:00 +0000

Episode 103 marks two years of the Season Pass and to celebrate John Wardley (Ride Consultant for Merlin Entertainment) joins Doug, Brent and Nick in the Season Pass Discussion Room. We discuss John’s passion and path that led him to design & create some of the world’s most amazing rides & attractions. If you want to hear from the mind that created Alton Tower’s Nemesis, Oblivion, Air and more, then this is a must listen. Please Enjoy! ;)

www.john-wardley.demon.co.uk/ - John's Website

www.merlinentertainments.biz/en/homepage.aspx - Merlin's Website

www.inparkmagazine.com - IPM: 5th Year Anniversary

The People's Choice Podcast Awards

Starting November 13th, vote for The Season Pass as "Best Travel Podcast" once a day-every day until November 30th.

JUST GO HERE: www.podcastawards.com

Thanks for your support!

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tspp #102-Len "Vegas" Testa Returns for More Unofficial Talk 11/04/09

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:43:00 +0000

TSPP #102 is a change of themed atmosphere – Len Testa (Co-Author of The Unofficial Guide of WDW) returns to the Season Pass Discussion Room to discuss the Unofficial Guide to Las Vegas. We talk Casinos, Hotels, Food, Pools, Roulette, Slots, Poker, Drawers, Showers, Evel Knievel, James Bond, Noodles, Farm Animals - we cover it all BABY!! Have fun as the Season Pass prepares for the 2009 IAAPA Expo. Enjoy! ;)

www.touringplans.com

Listen to Len's Unofficial Guide to WDW episode: http://seasonpasspodcast.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=512168

Call the Hotline – 1-916-248-5524

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tspp # 101-Halloween's Best w/ Rick from Theme Park Adventure 10/31/09

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 09:26:00 +0000

Happy Halloween! It’s Episode 101. Have a ghoulish time in the Season Pass Discussion Room as Rick West (Founder and Editor of Theme Park Adventure) joins Doug Barnes to discuss the origin of TPA, the influence of www.themeparkadventure.com and the Amazing Haunted Attractions, Mazes & Houses found in California. Afterwards Darrell and Travis jump into the SPDR to talk Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights in Florida and Ghost Galaxy in Disneyland Park. Then we finish off with a Disneyland Halloweentime and Six Flags Magic Mountain Fright Fest Review with Doug and Shannon. There’s plenty of ear-candy-corn to go around. Please Enjoy! ;)

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Nick's Season Pass ERT # 1- Nick and Pat Review Halloween Horror Nights 10/31/09

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 07:53:00 +0000

Join Nick Hutson as he hosts his All New Podcast for The Season Pass!! Pat McCabe (A Walk in the Park/In the Loop) joins Nick to discuss the horrific details of Universal Studios Florida's 2009 Halloween Horror Nights. Enjoy!

www.musicaltalk.co.uk

www.coastercrew.com

Join the Season Pass Twitter Feed: www.twitter.com/theseasonpass

Thanks for your support!

tspp # 100-The Past, Present and Future of The Season Pass 10/24/09

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 01:43:00 +0000

We have finally made it to 100 episodes. Join Doug, Brent, Nick and Shannon as they discuss their love for Theme Parks, Rides, Podcasts, and more. Brent also announces the New Flagship Attraction that he is directing for Universal Studios Singapore. There are many more announcements, listener voice mail, tons of clips, and a look back at Doug’s first podcast-The Idiotpod and Brent’s first Podcast-The Animation Show. All this and more on the 100^th episode of the Season Pass Podcast. Enjoy! ;)

If you like the music from today’s show please click on the links below to get a copy of your favorites from iTunes:

Regret Not - All That RemainsGet Some - ChevelleScenario - A Tribe Called QuestTunnel Vision - Lenny KravitzSaturday In The Park - ChicagoIf Today Was Your Last Day - NickelbackWelcome Home - Coheed and Cambria Wheels – Enuff ZnuffMusic for Voice Mail provided by I Am ThreeBeginning Music from Danny Elfman’s Black Beauty Soundtrack

Thank you to the Season Pass Audience. Your support is the reason we’ve come this far.

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tspp # 99- It's The Gravity Group w/ Korey Kiepert 09/30/09

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 06:50:00 +0000

This week - Engineer & Partner of The Gravity Group Korey Kiepert joins Robb Alvey (www.themeparkreview.com) and Doug Barnes in the Season Pass Discussion Room. We discuss the origin, people, and passion behind this amazing roller coaster development group as well as receive a background story for each wooden monster the Gravity Group has designed within the last four years including the new Fireball Coaster now thrilling in Happy Valley Shanghai. If you’re a fan of wood coasters or want to know more about the persistence needed to become a roller coaster engineer – This is a must listen! Enjoy. ;)

www.thegravitygroup.com

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tspp # 98- 2009 Summer Review w/ Arthur, Ricky, Martin, Brent & Doug 9/23/09

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:34:00 +0000

http://themeparks.about.com/

It is the 2009 Summer Review Spectacular!!! Aren’t you excited? The Season Pass Discussion Room is packed this week – Join Arthur Levine (Theme Park Guide for About.com), Ricky Brigante (Creative Director for Orlando Attractions Magazine & Host of the Inside the Magic Podcast), Martin Palicki (Editor in Chief for InPark Magazine), Brent Young (Creative Director/Co-Founder of Super 78) and Doug Barnes (Owner/Producer of the Season Pass Podcast) as we discuss all the major attractions and news from the 2009 Summer Season. Pure Ear Candy for Theme Park Enthusiasts – Enjoy Friends!

http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/

http://www.distantcreations.com/insidethemagic/

http://inparkmagazine.com/

http://super78.com/

http://www.seasonpasspodcast.com

Call the Hotline with Park Trip Reports, Podcast Comments, or Anything else you would like to announce. – 1-916-248-5524

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tspp # 97- The Jeff McCain Interview 09/17/09

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 08:14:00 +0000

This week Jeff McCain, Vice President of Cost Management for the Cumming Group Entertainment Division, is out guest. We take an intriguing look into the cost management side of the creative process for theme parks and attractions. We discuss the financial influences necessary to develop a major attraction as well as budgeting, risk factors, cost-cuts, team collaboration and more. California Adventures, Jungle Cruises, Grizzly Mountains, and Mouse Head Benches loom this podcast… Enjoy!

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Nick's Passholder Bonus #1 - Star Tours 2 & Fantasyland from D23

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 01:01:00 +0000

Nick Hutson hosts a bonus episode for all you Season Pass Holders out there. Nick and Doug Barnes discuss the Disney Attraction News breaking from the D23 Expo.

tspp # 96- The New Thrill Seeker App and Tower Nerds! 09/09/09

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 05:06:00 +0000

For episode 96 we chat-it-up with Mark Locker and Robert Pugh – Creators of the New ThrillSeeker App for the iPhone and iPod Touch. We discuss the creation, purpose, and function behind this special amusement industry app as well as talk about their website www.towersnerd.com. If you are a fan of Alton Towers or want to know more about the UK theme park, this is a must! Cheers!

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tspp # 95- Coaster Chasing With Chance! 09/02/09

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:09:00 +0000

This week we take a stroll with Chance W Mitchell down memory lane as he discusses his 2009 East Coast Summer Coaster Tour. With over 70 days devoted to amusement parks he’ll give us his thoughts on the motive and experience behind this once in a lifetime trip. During this podcast you’ll hear reviews on Cedar Point, Holiday World, King’s Island Six Flags St. Louis, Six Flags Over Georgia, Carrowinds, Freestyle Music Park, Busch Gardens Williamsburg, and more! Enjoy this park fan devoted episode.

Check out the new “Season Passport” VidBlog @ www.youtube.com/seasonpasspodcast.

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tspp # 94- Jodi & Her Virile Men of Wood & Steel! 08/27/09

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 05:23:00 +0000

We’re slapping the PG-13 WARNING on this episode. Amusement Park Author and Coaster Diva Jodi Malone joins us in the Season Pass Discussion Room for discussion on women and their relationship with roller coasters. You’ll also get a ton of X2 “masculinity” throughout the podcast as well as California Love!

Enjoy this Big “O” Fun-Fest!

Check out the new “Season Passport” VidBlog @ www.youtube.com/seasonpasspodcast.

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tspp # 93- Paul Ruben from ParkWorld Magazine 08/19/09

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 02:51:00 +0000

Paul Ruben – North American Editor for Park World Magazine (www.parkworld-online.com) joins Doug Barnes (Owner/Producer of the Season Pass Podcast) and Brent Young (Co-Founder/Creative Director of Super 78) in the Season Pass Discussion Room to discuss Paul’s “Experienced” career in the Amusement Industry as well his involvement in Theme Park and Attraction Media. We talk Park World Magazine, coasters, parks, trips, and of course the Favs!

Please join us for this enjoyable and informative conversation. ;)

www.parkworld-online.com

Check out the new “Season Passport” VidBlog @ www.youtube.com/seasonpasspodcast.

Call the Hotline with Park Trip Reports, Podcast Comments, or Anything else you would like to announce. – 1-916-248-5524

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tspp # 92- Live in Six Flags Discovery Kingdom: Bay Area Bash 2009 08/12/09

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 03:36:00 +0000

Live in Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo CA for the 1^st Annual Bay Area Bash! Join Doug Barnes (Season Pass Podcast), Robb Alvey (Theme Park Review), Urso Chappell (ExpoMuseum.com), and Shannon Barnes (The Season Pass Podcast) as they discuss the new and improved SFDK & TPR Event. You’ll also hear an exclusive interview with SFDK Spokesperson/Park Ambassador, Captain Lee Munro.

This is a fun time you don’t want to miss. Enjoy!!

Check out the new “Season Passport” VidBlog @ www.youtube.com/seasonpasspodcast.

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tspp # 91- Len Testa Explains the Unofficial Guide to WDW 08/05/09

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 05:17:00 +0000

Episode 91 is all about the “Unofficial” WDW! Len Testa, the Co-Author of the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World & Guru behind www.touringplans.com, joins Doug Barnes and Brent Young in the Season Pass Discussion Room. We discuss the creation, team, statistics, and the influence of the Unofficial Guide, as well as WDW parks, resorts, and restaurants.

A whole lot o’fun, please enjoy!

Check out the WDW Today podcast with Len Testa @ www.wdwtoday.com.

Join the fun on the Season Pass Discussion Boards – www.seasonpassforums.com

Check out the website www.seasonpasspodcast.com - Join the Season Pass Forums when your over there and become our friend on our new MySpace and FaceBook Sites! : )

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tspp # 90- The Ross Osterman Interview 07/29/09

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 03:33:00 +0000

Episode 90 has Ross Osterman (Creative Director for Universal Creative) in the Season Pass Discussion Room with Ryan Harmon (Zeitgeist), Brent Young (Super 78) and Doug Barnes (Season Pass Podcast). We discuss some of Ross’ projects including Islands of Adventure and 2009’s The Creature from the Black Lagoon: The Musical now playing in Universal Hollywood. You’ll also hear about his Imagineering years in WDI and the creative process behind Disney’s America Park and why (possibly) it was never developed. We also get a teaser about IOA’s 2010 Wizarding World of Harry Potter and so much more.

Unfortunately, we had some technical difficulties with this episode – however, as Mr. Osterman says “this is the theme park business!”

Please Enjoy!

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Check out the website www.seasonpasspodcast.com - Join the Season Pass Forums when your over there and become our friend on our new MySpace and FaceBook Sites! : )

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tspp # 89- The Jay Thomas & Tim Burkhart Interview 07/22/09

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 05:15:00 +0000

Episode 89 is all about Six Flags Magic Mountain! Jay Thomas (President of Six Flags Magic Mountain & Hurricane Harbor) and Tim Burkhart (General Manager & Director of Maintenance and Engineering) join Doug Barnes (Owner/Producer of the Season Pass Podcast) and Brent Young (Co-Founder/Creative Director of Super 78) for a discussion on their stories and careers within the Six Flags chain, the Past-Present-Future of SFMM, the team within the park, the creative process behind new attractions (including an extensive look at 2009’s Terminator Salvation: The Ride), and of course the great coasters and current attractions that rule the park’s skyline. We also dive into the recent Six Flags Bankruptcy filing and why it affects SFMM.

Great Interview – Please Enjoy!

Join the fun on the Season Pass Discussion Boards – www.seasonpassforums.com

Check out the website www.seasonpasspodcast.com - Join the Season Pass Forums when your over there and become our friend on our new MySpace and FaceBook Sites! : )

Want your “Theme/Amusement Park Fun” Pictures on the Season Pass Website? Send them to seasonpasspodcast@gmail.com or doug@seasonpasspodcast.com and we’ll post it!

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tspp # 88- Season Pass Look Back pt. 2 07/16/09

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 04:17:00 +0000

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This week is another Look Back Episode! We take a glance back at the introductions of the Regular Presenting Guests of the Season Pass Podcast. We’ll hear from Brent Young, Martin Palicki, Ryan Harmon, Robert Coker, Nick Hutson and Urso Chappell. This is for all the new listeners of TSPP and an enjoyable review for the dedicated! ;) Peace.

Join the fun on the Season Pass Discussion Boards – www.seasonpassforums.com

Check out the website www.seasonpasspodcast.com - Join the Season Pass Forums when your over there and become our friend on our new MySpace and FaceBook Sites! : )

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tspp # 87- Odin's Feeding and Listener Feedback 07/11/09

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 03:58:00 +0000

Sorry for the delay, episode 87 is alive. We take a VIP look at the new 2009 attraction for Six Flags Discovery Kingdom: Odin's Temple of the Tiger. Also, we finally get to the listener feedback.

Join the fun on the Season Pass Discussion Boards – www.seasonpassforums.com

Check out the website www.seasonpasspodcast.com - Join the Season Pass Forums when your over there and become our friend on our new MySpace and FaceBook Sites! : )

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