Amusement Sparks

Aug 02 2023 95 ep. 65 mins 122
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Each episode a guest brings a topic they are passionate about to the show. We then casually brainstorm a next generation theme park based on it, with no budget, timeline, or reality to ruin the fun!

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New Hashima Cyberpunk Collaborative LEGO Build

Aug 02 2023 85 mins  
This episode, Andrew got to interview Stefan Formentano, originator of the amazing New Hashima Collab! With over 80 contributors, from 7 countries, this enormous LEGO build is truly a spectacular example of Cyberpunk! Stefan's Instagram New Hashima's Instagram New Hashima's Merch Beyond the Brick YouTube Coverage

GiantLands: Introducing Penny Williams

May 11 2023 74 mins  
Penny has been a pioneer for women in the gaming space for decades, having worked professionally at TSR and Wizards of the Coast. She's also a lifelong educator AND the direct inspiration for a Marvel Comics Character! In this episode we explore her fascinating entrance into gaming and her continuing legacy!

Road Trip: Deconstructed Theme Park

Aug 01 2022 51 mins  

GiantLands: Who Will You Become?

Feb 08 2022 96 mins  
Stephen Dinehart returns to give an update on GiantLands now that the boxed product has shipped! We discuss the power of play, identity in games and reality, and evolving through failure.

Infomercials Theme Park

Dec 29 2021 92 mins  
Alan Denton returns to the show to create a truly next-level theme park. On this episode, we question the ethics of Willy Wonka's tour, design a Haunted House that uses The Clapper for lighting, and ask "How is Scrub Daddy a daddy if he’s just a face?"  

JojoLands: Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure Theme Park

Nov 08 2021 55 mins  
David and Jordan from Shonen Flop join the podcast to brainstorm a Jojo's Theme Park! Music: 10:43 ジョジョ その血の記憶〜END OF THE WORLD--JO☆STARS 〜TOMMY,Coda,JIN〜 20:34 Bloody Stream--Coda 25:34 Roundabout--Yes 27:44 I Want You--Savage Garden 30:17 Fighting Gold English Ver.--Coda 35:10 Uragirimonono Requiem - Diavolo Ver.--Yugo Kanno 38:37 CRAZY NOISY

Saga Theme Park

Oct 11 2021 83 mins  
The Saga Theme Park is here! John and Noah from the Horns & Wings Podcast join the show to turn one of the best comic series of all time into a terrifying theme park!

Themed Restaurants, Bars, & Cafes

Sep 20 2021 74 mins  
Buddy Duquesne from Those Happy Places returns to the show to focus on Themed Restaurants, Bars, & Cafes! This episode is a spotlight on the impact a little bit of magic can have. Enjoy  

Playstation 4

Aug 30 2021 73 mins  
Sam Wright from SamVersusSam returns to the show to design a PS4 theme park!   13:31 Bloodborne--SIE Sound Team (from Bloodborne) 35:07 A Thief's End--Henry Jackman (from Uncharted 4) 50:51 Second Son--Marc Canham (from inFAMOUS: Second Son) 57:13 Beyond Desolation--Gustavo Santaolalla (from The Last of Us Part II) 1:04:28 Valkeries--Bear McCreary (from God of War)

X-Men Theme Park

Aug 09 2021 62 mins  
Peter from The Test Reel returns to the show after over 4 years! Together we brainstorm an immersive theme park around one of Marvel's most vibrant franchises.   7:19 X-Men--Henry Jackman (From X-MEN: FIRST CLASS) 13:04 X-Men Animated Series Theme Song--Shuki Levi & Haim Saban 31:10 Logan Throught Time--Harry Gregson-Williams (From X-Men Origins: Wolverine) 46:12 Suit