ACE - Ride With Us

Apr 01 2025 100 ep. 44 mins 48
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The official podcast of the American Coaster Enthusiasts! Join us as we talk all things roller coaster and see the amusement industry from an insider’s perspective.

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A Lifetime of Themed Entertainment with Rick Rothschild

Apr 01 2025 49 mins  
At the 2025 Themed Entertainment Awards Gala, the THEA’s, the Buzz Price Life Achievement Award Recognizing a Lifetime of Distinguished Achievements was awarded to Rick Rothschild. Our host Jessica Gardner was granted an impromptu sit-down with this legend who helped create memorable theme park attractions like Soarin’, The American Adventure, The Adventurers Club, Captain EO,

Celebrating Black History Month: Getting to Know Our Blusiasts

Feb 27 2025 123 mins  
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 importa

Coastin' Into 2025: A Look Ahead

Feb 14 2025 100 mins  
Jessica Gardner joins fellow members of the podcast team, Gerik Gooch, Derek Perry and Doug Perry for a discussion about upcoming coaster events, new roller coasters being built and theme parks opening in 2025. In this episode, the team breaks down ACE’s 2025 international, regional and digital events, along with park-sponsored events and they highlight some of the roller coas

Read With Us: Author Bill Shea

Jan 23 2025 34 mins  
Author Bill Shea has written a charming book that tells a story that might be familiar to coaster enthusiasts! Billy's Grandpa Joe is taking him to his favorite amusement park but when Billy wakes up, he sees nothing but rain. Tension mounts – will Billy and Grandpa Joe's day be a washout or will Grandpa Joe save the day? In this episode, correspondent Bob Randolph talks with B

IAAPA Expo 2024 Part 2

Dec 27 2024 68 mins  
The annual IAAPA Expo brings manufacturers, innovators and coaster enthusiasts to the Orlando area for a whirlwind of activity. This year’s expo included many exciting reveals, shocking announcements along with a convention hall packed full of everything a theme park might ever need. Our intrepid podcast team wraps up their coverage of this year’s expo with the second episode

IAAPA Expo 2024 Part 1

Dec 06 2024 56 mins  
The annual IAAPA Expo brings manufacturers, innovators and coaster enthusiasts to the Orlando area for a whirlwind of activity. This year’s expo included many exciting reveals, shocking announcements along with a convention hall packed full of everything a theme park might ever need. Our intrepid podcast team was on the show floor, taking in all of the excitement. Join the ACE

2024 ACE Preservation Conference Recap

Oct 18 2024 77 mins  
ACE’s Preservation Conference marked the end of an amazing summer of conferences, regional events and informal meetups. We round out the summer with a mega episode that recaps 2024’s final national ACE event. Join us as correspondents/producers Derek and Doug Perry and co-host Jessica Gardner introduce our new correspondent Gerik Gooch to walk through this awesome weekend. Th

History of Worlds of Fun

Aug 31 2024 45 mins  
Since Worlds of Fun opened in 1973, it has delighted visitors to the Kansas City, MO location ever since. It’s home to many historic rides and has a rich history. ACE members had a chance to visit the park during the 2024 Preservation Conference, enjoying behind-the-scenes experiences, great catered meals, ERT and some thorough presentations. During the conference, Unofficial

First Drop: Voltron Nevera, Fire In The Hole, Iron Menace, The Bobcat

Aug 15 2024 52 mins  
Tim Baldwin, John Davidson, Doug Perry and Derek Perry talk about four fantastic new roller coasters to open in 2024. Learn all about Voltron Nevera at Europa Park, Fire In The Hole at Silver Dollar City, Iron Menace at Dorney Park and The Bobcat at Six Flags Great Escape. In this Episode: [3:00] Voltron Nevera [22:22] Fire In The Hole [33:21] Iron Menace [42:32] The Bobcat Share

Hearing the Ride with Devin Flannery

Aug 06 2024 48 mins  
Onboard audio can add so much to an already exhilarating roller coaster experience. Join correspondent John Davidson for his conversation with Devin Flannery, Solutions Architect at Alcorn McBride Inc. They take a deep dive into Devin’s journey to the role and uncover some tricks of the trade along the way! Check out Alcorn McBride events during IAAPA Expo 2024! Share your id