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tspp #256- Fake Theme Park's CEO Murph Gantly (Holiday Special) 12/24/13

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This week The Season Pass Podcast celebrates the Holiday Season with one of the originators and leaders of the Theme Park Industry, CEO of Fake Theme Park, Murph Gantly!  Murph discusses the beginnings of his park as well as the origins of the amusement industry itself, plus the amazing festivities the park throws during the Christmas Season!  An emotional, motivation, and charming episode of TSPP.  Enjoy! ;)

Links:

Fake Theme Park - Facebook

Fake Theme Park - Twitter

MiceChat

Touring Plans

Pixie Vacations

Season Pass Holiday Closing Song - Wizards of Winter by Trans-Siberian Orchestra (iTunes Link) 

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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_256.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 4:50pm PDT

Nick's ERT #17- The Merlin Platinum Pass Ponder!

Ncik and Lee discuss (and ponder) the new Platinum Pass Merlin will offer next season.

Direct download: ERT_17_Merlin_Platinum_Pass.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 4:28pm PDT

tspp #255-Behind Mystic Manor with Stephen Stanton and Jerry Rees! 12/15/13

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This week The Season Pass Podcast goes back to the 2013 D23 Expo to discuss Hong Kong Disneyland’s newest hit attraction, Mystic Manor!  Doug Barnes and Brent Young are joined by Stephen Stanton (Voice Actor/Voice of Lord Henry Mystic), Jerry Rees (Director, Writer, Animator, Disney Veteran, etc.), and Zane Jench (Attractions Creator, Director, Theme Park Geek) to discuss the greatness and mysteries behind this original attraction plus the creative stories in producing this amazing machine of joy!  Tons of voices, tons of descriptions, tons of geekery!  Enjoy.

Links:

The Walt Disney Birthplace Website

Stephen Stanton

Jerry Rees

Mystic Manor at Hong Kong Disneyland

Pixie Vacations

Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes 

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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_255.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 4:52pm PDT

Nick's ERT #16- The Europa Park Review!

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Nick Hutson is joined by Lee and Robert to review Lee's Trip to Europa Park! Tons of coasters, tons of dark rides, tons of classic amusement park rides...PLUS...Disney Park knock-offs? ;)  Enjoy!

Nick is at MusicalTalk.co.uk

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Direct download: ERT_16_Europa.mp3
Category:Nick's ERT -- posted at: 4:23pm PDT

tspp #254- The Walt Disney Birthplace w/ Steven Clark and Charlie Pipal! 12/4/13

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This week The Season Pass Podcast reveals the historic restoration project that is driven by Brent Young and Dina Benadon - The Walt Disney Birthplace Historical Preservation.  The Super 78 team discusses the KickStarter Project to bring this important piece of theme entertainment history back to life and establish it as a Historical Landmark in the city of Chicago.  Joining the conversation is Steven Clark (Disney Author & Historian/Founder of D23) and Charlie Pipal (Chicago Architect/Preservation Architect).  Take a listen and find out how you can take part in Disney History!

When you Donate at KickStarter, make sure you comment “Season Pass Podcast!”  You will be entered in to win a trip for one night at the home ($10,000 donation value), a historical collectors piece of the home ($500), or Christmas Mickey and Minnie Ears ($Priceless as well$ - Thanks to PixieVacations.com). BUT HURRY!!You only have 12/4/13-12/11/13 (3:00pm PST) to enter.

Links:

The Walt Disney Birthplace Website

KickStarter Site

Pixie Vacations

Thrillride.com

Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes 

Check Out The Season Pass Podcast Website at:

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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_254.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 12:25am PDT

tspp #253- Thea Awards Pt.4! Chick Russell,Canada Sports Hall of Fame & More 12/1/13

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This week is the forth and final part covering the 2013 Thea Awards and TEA Summit.  Here’s a look back on the event and conversations with Chick Russell (Universal Creative) on Transformers: The Ride, Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame team-Janice Smith (Director of Exhibits & Programming at CSHF), Tim Manfield (Principal of Cambridge Seven Associates, Inc.), and Stephen Plantenberg (Principal of Cortina Productions), and Thea Awards first time attendees Shelly & Noe Valladolid from the Pink Monorail Blog and Jim Hill Media.  All TEA interviews were recorded live at the Disneyland Hotel.  Tons of greatness ahead from the Ultimate Themed Entertainment Event!!  Enjoy!

Links:

TEA Website

Universal Studios Transformers: The Ride

Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame

InPark Magazine

Cambridge Seven Associates

Cortina Productions

IAAPA Website

Pink Monorail

Jim Hill Media
Theme Park Tourist

Touring Plans - Discount Code “seasonpass” to receive 15% off Subscription.

MiceChat

MicePod

Disneyland Hotel

Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes 

Check Out The Season Pass Podcast Website at:

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Follow Us On Twitter! - www.twitter.com/theseasonpass

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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_253.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 5:04pm PDT

tspp #252- The Brian Morrow Interview 11/12/13

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This week Brian Morrow, the Creative Director of SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment, is in the Season Pass Discussion Room.  Brian looks back to the beginnings of his career, from food safety as an intern for Six Flags, to working under a contractor for Disney’s Animal Kingdom, into Zoological themed environments, to ultimately ending up in the SeaWorld parks.  A story on not quitting, patience and time, and climbing the chain.  Creative process stories for Busch Gardens Tampa’s Cheetah Hunt, Williamburg’s Verbolten, and more!  Enjoy!

 

PHOTO Used is from TampaBay.com 

 

Links:

SeaWorld Parks

Busch Gardens

Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes 

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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_252.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 10:40pm PDT

tspp #251- Haunt 2013 at Knott's Berry Farm Part 2! 10/30/13

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This week The Season Pass Podcast continues the 2013 Halloween celebration with a trip to THE OFFICIAL HOME PARK of the Season Pass Podcast - Knott’s Scary Farm in Buena Park, CA for Halloween Haunt!  This is part TWO of TWO!!  Interviews with Brooke Walters (Supervisor of Entertainment Design), Eric Lynxwiler (Graphic Designer for Entertainment/Co-Author of Knott’s Preserved), Jason Soyster (Manager of Communications), Adam Hankinson (Audio Specialist), Tim Barham (Area Manager for Wardrobe), & More!  Plus Experience Audio & Commentary through NEW mazes Forevermore & Gunslinger’s Grave with designer Brooke Walters.  Also, discussion with Jeff Tucker on creating Possessed!!  Have Scary Fun!

Links:

Knott’s Berry Farm

Evil Episodes

Thrillride.com

Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes 

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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_251.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 6:15pm PDT

tspp #250- Haunt 2013 at Knott's Scary Farm Part 1! 10/27/13

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This week The Season Pass Podcast continues the 2013 Halloween celebration with a trip to THE OFFICIAL HOME PARK of the Season Pass Podcast - Knott’s Scary Farm in Buena Park, CA for Halloween Haunt!  This is part ONE of TWO!!  TONS of INTERVIEWS including Raffi Kaprelyan, Julie Owens, Craig Harold, Rob Perez, Daniel Miller, The Academy of Villains, Ted Dougherty, and more!  Plus Experience Audio & Commentary through the NEW Black Magic haunt maze from the designer Daniel Miller.  So many great stories, a plethora of Haunt sounds, and a load of Jeff Tucker!!  Have Scary Fun!

Links:

Knott’s Berry Farm

Ultimate Haunt - Haunt: A Picture History Book

Evil Episodes

Thrillride.com

Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes 

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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_250.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 10:29pm PDT

tspp #249- Haunt 2013: California's Great America w/ Clayton Lawrence! 10/18/13

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This week The Season Pass Podcast continues the 2013 Halloween celebration with a trip to California's Great America in Santa Clara, CA for Halloween Haunt!  Experience audio from all eight mazes, PLUS an exclusive interview with the Entertainment Manager, Clayton Lawrence.  Have Scary Fun!

Links:

California’s Great America

InPark Magazine

Evil Episodes

Thrillride.com

Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes 

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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_249.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 9:20pm PDT

tspp #248- Fright Fest Six Flags Discovery Kingdom w/ Don McCoy! 10/15/13

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This week The Season Pass Podcast continues the 2013 Halloween celebration with a trip to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo, CA for Fright Fest!  Tons of fun with Captain Lee Munro, PLUS an exclusive interview with the new Park President, Don McCoy.  Also, audio with Valerie the elephant, SkyScreamer Backwards with Ride Supervisor Charles Laureano, and walk-through of the park’s newest maze Total Darkness.  Have a Blast!

Links:

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

InPark Magazine

Evil Episodes

Thrillride.com

Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes 

Check Out The Season Pass Podcast Website at:

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Follow Us On Twitter! - www.twitter.com/theseasonpass

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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_248.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 9:51pm PDT

Nick's ERT #15- Thorpe Park: Fright Nights Review!

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Nick Hutson is joined by Lee Conway and Michael Bolton to discuss Thorpe Park's Fright Nights.  Big review of the UK's biggest Halloween Theme Park Event! ;) Enjoy!

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Direct download: ERT_15_Halloween_2013.mp3
Category:Nick's ERT -- posted at: 8:36pm PDT

tspp #247- Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood 2013! 10/9/13

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This week The Season Pass Podcast starts off the 2013 Halloween celebration with the amazing and shockingly detailed Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood.  Audio samples and narrations from ALL SIX MAZES plus the Terror Tram.  Also, an exclusive interview with the HHN Creators, John Murdy and Chris Williams, from the Scare LA Convention (August 2013).

Audio Track Order:

  1. Tram to Backlot Mazes/Black Sabbath 13
  2. The Walking Dead: No Safe Haven
  3. John Murdy & Chris Williams Interview
  4. Terror Tram: The Walking Dead
  5. Insidious: Into The Further
  6. Evil Dead: Book Of The Dead
  7. El Cucuy: The Boogeyman
  8. Universal Monsters Remix Resurrection 

Links:

Universal Studios Hollywood

PodCRASH with That Chris Gore

Evil Episodes

Thrillride.com

Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes 

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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_247.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 9:58pm PDT

tspp #246- The Phil Hettema Interview 10/1/13

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This week Doug Barnes (Owner/Producer of the Season Pass Podcast) & Brent Young (Creative Director/Principle of Super 78) travel to Pasadena to sit for a chat with Phil Hettema (President/Creative Executive of the Hettema Group).  Phil discusses his entry into the Themed Entertainment Industry: beginning at Disneyland designing costumes, to creating the Miami Vice Stunt Show at Universal Studios, then moving into concept design for Universal’s Cartoon World...which ultimately became Islands of Adventure.  He also discusses the creation of the amazing 4-D attraction “Beyond All Boundaries” at the National WWII Museum in New Orleans.  An amazing man with an inspirational story--A MUST LISTEN!  Enjoy!

LOVE THE SHOW?  You can help nominate The Season Pass for BEST TRAVEL and PRODUCED podcast at the Podcast Awards! www.podcastawards.com

Links:

The Hettema Group

TEA Website

SATE Blog

Beyond All Boundaries-The National WWII Museum

MicePod

MiceChat

Touring Plans

Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes 

Check Out The Season Pass Podcast Website at:

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Follow Us On Twitter! - www.twitter.com/theseasonpass

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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_246.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 1:44pm PDT

Nick's ERT #14- The Alton Towers Review!

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Nick Hutson is joined by Lee to review their Alton Towers trip! Includes a BIG " The Smiler" REVIEW!  Nemesis: Sub-Terror spoilers a half hour in... You've been warned. ;) Enjoy!

Nick is at MusicalTalk.co.uk

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Direct download: ERT_14_Alton_Towers_Review.mp3
Category:Nick's ERT -- posted at: 11:51am PDT

tspp #245- TEA's SATE '13 w/ Disney, Bezark & PGAV! 9/19/13

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This week is the Season Pass looks at the TEA’s SATE 2013!  Learn about this amazing themed entertainment event taking place at the Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD), Georgia--October 3-4!  Doug Barnes and SATE Co-Chair Stefan Lawrence (StefanRules.com) discusses STORYTELLING, ARCHITECTURE, TECHNOLOGY and EXPERIENCE with three of the four event chairs: Adam Bezark (Owner and Creative Director of the Bezark Company), MK Haley (from Disney Research), and Al Cross (V.P. of PGAV Destinations).  Tons of info on this amazing conference from the Themed Entertainment Association. Enjoy! 

Links:

TEA Website

SATE Blog

Bezark Company

PGAV Destinations

StefanRules.com

Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes 

Check Out The Season Pass Podcast Website at:

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Follow Us On Twitter! - www.twitter.com/theseasonpass

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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_245.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 9:15pm PDT

Nick's ERT #13- The Blackpool Pleasure Beach Review

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Nick Hutson is joined by Lee to review their Blackpool Pleasure Beach trip! Tons of coasters, tons of dark rides, tons of classic amusement park charm!  Enjoy!

Nick is at MusicalTalk.co.uk

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Direct download: ERT_13_Blackpool_Pleasure_Beach_Review.mp3
Category:Nick's ERT -- posted at: 8:50pm PDT

tspp #244- NoLimits w/ Tom Zeliff! 9/13/13

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This week TSPP Returns to Video Games!!  Tom Zeliff, the Lead 3D Modeler for NoLimits Coaster Simulation, is in the Season Pass Discussion Room to talk the origins, creation, and experiences of the famous coaster video simulator, plus, behind the scenes info on the developing NoLimits 2!  Tons of Coaster Geekery Ahead...Enjoy!

Links:

NoLimits Website

NoLimits YouTube

Thrill Network

Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes 

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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_244.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 9:42pm PDT

tspp #243- The Jon Binkowski Interview 8/29/13

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This week CEO of Renaissance Entertainment Jon Binkowski joins Doug Barnes and Robert Coker in the Season Pass Discussion Room!  Jon discusses the start of his career at SeaWorld, to starting Renaissance Entertainment, to becoming the CCO of the most famous “Unfortunate” Theme Park in U.S. history--Hard Rock Park.  The team gets deep into the creative process and business behind the creation of the infamous park, plus what has happened since the fall.  Jon rocks the mic like a pro and TSPP is excited to share his amazing story with you.  Enjoy!

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Links:

Renaissance Entertainment

Theme Park University- Hard Rock Park

Scare Zone on Amazon

Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes 

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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_243.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 6:00pm PDT

tspp #242-Theas & TEA Summit Pt.3 w/Ray Spencer,Sarah Roots,Craig Hanna,Anthony Esparza & More! 8/22/13

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This week is the third part covering the 2013 Thea Awards and TEA Summit.  Podcasting live from the Timber Mountain Log Ride and Knott’s Boardwalk Opening Event at Knott’s Berry Farm with Doug Barnes (Owner/Producer of Season Pass Podcast), Brent Young (Creative Director of Super 78), Robert Coker (Owner and Editor of Thrillride.com), and Stefan Lawrence (StefanRules.com) look back on conversations with Ray Spencer (Creative Director at Walt Disney Imagineering) on Carthay Circle Restaurant, Sarah Roots (Vice President of the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London) & Craig Hanna (CCO of Thinkwell) on the Making of Harry Potter movie experience, and Adam Bezark (The Bezark Company), Dave Cobb (Thinkwell) & Anthony Esparza (Herschend Family Entertainment) on the TEA Next Gen Initiative.  Plus a TEA Summit Review with Andy Garfield & Jason McManus (Lightning in a Bottle) and writer Roby Brown.  All TEA interviews were recorded live at the Disneyland Hotel.  Tons of greatness ahead from the Ultimate Themed Entertainment Event!!  Enjoy!

HELP THE SEASON PASS GET TO IAAPA! 2 WEEKS LEFT--OUR GOAL IS $4000:

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Links:

TEA Website

Warner Bros. Studio Tour

Thinkwell

Herschend Family Entertainment

Lightning In A Bottle

Disneyland Hotel

Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes 

Check Out The Season Pass Podcast Website at:

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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_242.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 7:31pm PDT

tspp #241- John Wardley Talks "Creating My Own Nemesis!" 8/15/13

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This week John Wardley returns to the Season Pass Discussion Room with Nick Hutson to discuss his new book, Creating My Own Nemesis, and more of his thoughts on the themed entertainment industry.  Doug also gives a quick review on the D23 Expo 2013.  Thank you for listening. Enjoy!

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Links:

Buy John’s BOOK:

Creating My Own Nemesis (book)

Creating My Own Nemesis (Kindle)

TSPP w/ John Wardley Past Episodes:

TSPP #103 John Wardley Interview

TSPP #122 Th13teen

TSPP #123 Dark Rides & More!

Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes 

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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_241.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 8:25pm PDT

tspp #240- The Tony Baxter Interview Pt. 2! 7/24/13

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 This week is part TWO of the Interview with retired Imagineer & 2013 Disney Legend Tony Baxter!  Doug Barnes (Owner/Producer of the Season Pass Podcast), Brent Young (Creative Director/President of Super 78), Robert Coker (Owner/Editor of Thrillride.com), Ryan Harmon (President of Zeitgeist), and Sasha Bailyn (Co-Founder/Editor-In-Chief of EntertainmentDesigner.com) sit with Tony to discuss E-TICKET material: the quirky side of Disneyland, the flaws to the one price ticket system, the Eisner & Wells team, Tarzan Treehouse, Star Tours, EPCOT, Journey into Imagination with Figment, Bud Hurlbut & Walt Disney, and much much more!  A must listen for anyone who’s a fan of Disney Parks and/or loves the Themed Entertainment Industry!!  Enjoy!

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D23 Disney Legends 2013

Entertainment Designer

MicePod (MiceChat Podcasting Network)

Thrillride.com

Super 78

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 8:56pm PDT

tspp #239- The Tony Baxter Interview Pt.1! 7/12/13

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This week the Season Pass visit’s the house of Walt Disney Imagineering genius and new 2013 DISNEY LEGEND, Tony Baxter!  Doug Barnes (Owner/Producer of the Season Pass Podcast), Brent Young (Creative Director/President of Super 78), Robert Coker (Owner/Editor of Thrillride.com), Ryan Harmon (President of Zeitgeist), and Sasha Bailyn (Co-Founder/Editor-In-Chief of EntertainmentDesigner.com) sit with Tony to discuss his incredibly themed home, the beginning of his career, passion for Disney, thoughts on the industry, early mentors in WDI, and Disneyland’s evolution, as well as the creative process behind many of his projects including Thunder Mountain Railroad.  A must listen for anyone who’s a fan of Disney Parks and/or loves the Themed Entertainment Industry!!  Enjoy!

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D23 Disney Legends 2013

Entertainment Designer

MicePod (MiceChat Podcasting Network)

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Super 78

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 8:31pm PDT

tspp #238- PGAV Destinations w/ Al Cross, Jim Wible & Josh Rodriguez! 6/9/13

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This week Doug and Brent speak with three amazing architects from one of the most successful design firms in themed entertainment history--PGAV Destinations!  Al Cross (Vice President), Jim Wible (Senior Attraction Designer) and Josh Rodriguez (Architectural Designer) share their start, love, experience, and journey through the growing field of themed entertainment.  Discussion on the beginnings of PGAV, working on animal habitats and merging that concept into theme parks.  Working with Anheuser-Busch to SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment, and others.  The creation of industry changing attractions like Montu in Busch Gardens in Tampa and Manta in SeaWorld Orlando & San Diego, as well as Escape from Pompeii, Cheetah Hunt, Sheikra, Kumba, etc.  Tons of fun on theme parks, zoos, aquariums, science centers, location, location, attraction, attraction, info, info, INFO!!  This podcast was recorded in April of 2013, before the opening of Antarctica in SeaWorld Orlando and the Atlantis Space Shuttle at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.  Enjoy!

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PGAV Destinations

SeaWorld Parks

Busch Gardens

Six Flags

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 8:18pm PDT

tspp #237- Behind the Scenes of Cars Land w/ Kathy Mangum,Tom Morris,Garner Holt & More! 6/27/13

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This week the Season Pass goes behind the scenes of the extremely successful, award-winning, new phenomenal Disney Park land, Cars Land!!  Discussion on the operations and merchandise with Gary Maggetti (General Manager of Food & Beverage and Store Operations at Disney California Adventure), Food and Flo’s V8 Cafe with Sean Layne (Head Area Chef of Cars Land), as well as conversations with Walt Disney Imagineers Kathy Mangum (Executive Vice President, Producer of WDI) and Tom Morris (Creative, Art Director of WDI).  Also, TSPP talks with animatronic guru Garner Holt (President of Garner Holt Productions).  HUGE Show on a HUGE inspiring attraction.  Recorded in Disney California Adventure and during the 2013 Thea Awards Gala & TEA Summit (April 2013).  Enjoy!

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 8:33pm PDT

tspp #236-Theas & TEA Summit Pt.2 w/ Joe Rohde,Michael Mack, Christine Kerr & More! 6/16/13

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This week is the second part covering the 2013 The Awards and TEA Summit.  Podcasting live from the Timber Mountain Log Ride and Knott’s Boardwalk Event at Knott’s Berry Farm with Doug Barnes (Owner/Producer of Season Pass Podcast), Brent Young (Creative Director of Super 78), Robert Coker (Owner and Editor of Thrillride.com), and Stefan LawConversations with Christine Kerr President of the TEA & V.P. of BaAM Productions), Allison and Dan of MediaMation, Michael Mack of Europa-Park and Mack Rides,Christian Lachel (Creative Director at BRC Imagination Arts), Joe Rhode of Walt Disney Imagineering, and A WHOLE LOT MORE!  Plus a special appearances by Andrew Hansen and his story of how he joined the TEA.  Tons of greatness ahead from the Ultimate Themed Entertainment Event!!  Enjoy!

Links:

TEA Website

MediaMation

BaAM Productions

Europa-Park

Mack Rides

BRC Imagination Arts

Disneyland Hotel

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 12:28pm PDT

tspp #235- Media Event: Gold Striker at California's Great America 6/12/13

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This week is the it’s the Gold Striker Media Event at California’s Great America in Santa Clara, CA!  The entire grand  opening plus conversations with CGA V.P. and General Manager Raul Rehnborg, P.R. Manager Roger Ross, creators of “Lost Parks of Northern California” Kris Rowberry (GreatAmericanThrills.net) & Nicholas Laschkewitsch (American Coaster Enthusiasts Nor Cal), and Doug’s review of this stunning new wooden monster!  Also, a review of the Knott’s Berry Farm Boardwalk & Timber Mountain Media Day.  Enjoy!

Links:

California’s Great America Website

Knott’s Website

ACE Nor Cal Site

ACE Online

Great American Thrills

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 12:33am PDT

Nick's ERT #12-Robert Coker Joins Nick for the Smiler & 2013 New Rides!

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Nick Hutson is joined by Robert Coker of Thrillride.com and The Season Pass Podcast, to discuss Alton Tower’s The Smiler, Universal Studios Orlando’s Simpsons, Harry Potter, London Dungeon with TSPP listener and ticket winner Lee, and more new attractions of 2013.

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tspp #234- Theas & TEA Summit Pt. 1 w/ Frank Stanek,Bart de Boer,ECA2 & More! 5/26/13

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This week is the first part of many covering the 2013 The Awards and TEA Summit.  Conversations with Ron Miziker on presenting the Thea for Tait Pixel Tablets, Bart de Boer (CEO of Efteling) on Aquanura at Efteling, the Netherlands, Jean-Christophe Canizares (ECA2)/Berni Jo (Director of Big-O Show)/Yuree Hong (Manager of Big-O Show) on the Big-O Show from the Yeosu 2012 International Expo, Korea, Adam Bezark on presenting the Thea for The Big-O Show, a continuation with Frank Stanek on receiving the Thea Lifetime Achievement: The Buzz Price Award, and A WHOLE LOT MORE!  Special appearances by Shelly Valladolid of PinkMonorail.com and John Plumton of Forrec.  Tons of greatness ahead from the Ultimate Themed Entertainment Event!!  Enjoy!

Links:

TEA Website

Miziker Entertainment

Tait Pixel Tablets

Efteling Theme Park

The Big-O Show in Korea (ECA2 Website)

Bezark Company

PinkMonorail.com

Jim Hill Media

Forrec

Disneyland Hotel

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 11:54pm PDT

tspp #233- Touring Plans Returns w/ Len Testa! 5/14/13

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This week Len Testa of Touring Plans and the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World returns to the Season Pass Discussion Room.  Updates on TouringPlans.com, the books, Lines App, plus plenty of talk on Disney’s MyMagic+’s MagicBands, FastPass+, & the possible outcomes of guest experience.  There’s plenty of Unofficial Disneyland/DCA talk & Universal Orlando too.  Also, if you would like a discount to your NEW or RENEWED subscription to Touring Plans... Use “seasonpass” as your discount code and get 15% off your yearly cost!  Enjoy! ;)

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Touring Plans

Unofficial Guide to WDW and Disneyland

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 11:27pm PDT

tspp #232- Renewing Timber Mt. Log Ride at Knott's w/Kaprelyan,Holt,Baxter & More! 5/5/13

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This week The Season Pass Podcast digs deep into the refurbishment of Knott’s Berry Farm’s classic water-dark ride Timber Mountain Log Ride!  The team travels to Knott’s at ground zero of Timber Mountain with Raffi Kaprelyan (GM of Knott’s) and Jennifer Blazey (PR Specialist of Knott’s) to learn why the park is refreshing the historical attraction and what to expect in the future.  Then Doug and Brent are back in the Season Pass Discussion room to discuss the new scenes and animatronics with the guys behind the creative redesign, Garner Holt (President of Garner Holt Productions) and Bill Butler (Director of Creative Design at Garner Holt Productions).  Think TSPP has covered the project enough...NO!  Of course not.  The team travels out to the home of the famous former Walt Disney Imagineer and consultant, Tony Baxter, to hear his thoughts on Timber Mountain, Calico Mine Ride, Knott’s, and the importance of these industry-changing attractions.  Plus plenty of messing around with the whole TSPP team (Doug, Brent, Robert, Nick, and Shannon) at Knott’s and an appearance by Rick and Johana from Theme Park Adventure!!  Tons of info, tons of fun...I just typed a small novel.  Enjoy! ;)

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Knott’s Berry Farm

Theme Park Adventure

Knott’s Preserved by Chris Merrit & Eric Lynxwiler

Thrillride.com

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 1:10pm PDT

tspp #231- The Frank Stanek Interview 4/22/13

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This week Frank Stanek takes over the SPDR with his amazing story on joining the themed entertainment industry and the creation of Disney Park business.  Frank also shells out how Disneyland leadership would customize the park based on daily guest habits, discovering the power of television, the experience of traveling to New York for the Worlds Fair and the operation of “It’s a Small World.”  Plus Frank shares the first time he met Walt Disney in 1965 and how gifted Walt was at creating an immersive story...it’s all about Nickels!  Grab a cup of hot cocoa, it’s storytelling time.  Enjoy! ;)

Links:

Thea Awards Frank Stanek Summary

TEA Website

Thrillride.com

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 11:33pm PDT

tspp #230- Theme Park Studio w/ Steve Fielding 4/12/13

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This week The President and Founder of Pantera Entertainment, Steve Fielding is on the podcast.  Steve Joins Doug Barnes and Robert Coker to discuss his late arrival into the amusement industry by way of video game design! Steve and his crew are the creators of the soon to be released (Summer 2013) ultimate theme park/roller coaster creation game called Theme Park Studio.  The discussion is on Steve’s journey to this amazing moment in video game history plus delivers a message on how YOU can help Theme Park Studio deliver everything and more to public!!  Tons of fun ahead...Enjoy! ;)

Links:

Theme Park Studio Website

Theme Park Studio Facebook

Theme Park Studio KickStarter

Theme Park Studio Twitter

Thrillride.com

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 11:14pm PDT

tspp #229- The Matt Ouimet Interview 3/28/13

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This week TSPP interviews the CEO of the Cedar Fair Entertainment Company - Matt Ouimet.  Matt discusses his beginnings in the amusement and themed entertainment industry with Disney, the Disney Cruise Line, becoming the President of the Disneyland Resort, leading the amazing team behind Disneyland’s 50th Anniversary, to leaving Disney for Education, consulting (possibly retiring), to ultimately taking lead to the extremely popular amusement park chain responsible for many great parks including Cedar Point, Canada’s Wonderland, Kings Island and Knott’s Berry Farm.  Matt also discusses the future focus for Cedar Fair (which we are all unbelievably excited about) and the Keynote he’s presenting at the TEA Summit on April 4th!  Enjoy! ;)

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Cedar Fair Entertainment Company

Themed Entertainment Association

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 3:05pm PDT

tspp #228- 2013 Thea Awards Preview w/ Kathy Oliver & Patrick Roberge! 3/26/13

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This week TSPP continues covering the Themed Entertainment Association with a look into the 2013 Thea Awards!  Kathy Oliver (Sr. Producer of the 19th Annual Thea Awards) and Patrick Roberge (President & Creative Director of Patrick Roberge Productions) join Doug Barnes and Robert Coker to discuss their history in the themed entertainment industry as well as producing this year’s Thea Award celebration.  Enjoy!

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The Themed Entertainment Association

Patrick Roberge Productions

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 6:04pm PDT

tspp #227- The Christine Kerr Interview 3/20/13

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This week TSPP interviews the new President of the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) & the V.P. of BaAM Productions - Christine Kerr.  The group discusses her beginnings in Canada’s Wonderland, becoming the director of operations for the LEGOland Parks, to creating themed entertainment for professional sports & events, as well as the future of education for themed entertainment and the importance of the TEA.  Tons of great insight and instructional info to be heard!  Theme Park Fans, take a listen NOW...and Enjoy!;)

Links:

The Themed Entertainment Association

BaAM Productions

Legoland Parks

Canada’s Wonderland

Coaster Crew’s In The Loop Podcast

The Wakefield Report

MiceChat 

MouseChat.net

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 9:45pm PDT

tspp #226- The NEW London Dungeon: Preview & Review! 3/16/13

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This week Nick Hutson visits the London Dungeon in it’s new location for the Preview Day!  Plenty of Dungeon discussions, sounds and reviews.  Also, you have a chance to WIN 4 tickets to the London Dungeon!!  Take a listen to find out how.  Enjoy!;)

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 4:41pm PDT

tspp #225- Jerry Rees RETURNS!! 3/9/13

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This week we return to the digital campfire with Director, Writer, Animator and Disney Park creative veteran Jerry Rees!  Discussion around the fire this time includes the new Disney Cruise Line’s award-winning “Animator’s Palate,” plus filming Aerosmith under extreme conditions for “Rockin’ RollerCoaster” at Disney Hollywood Studios, creating excitement for Disneyland Hong Kong’s soon to open “Mystic Manor,” and much, much more!  Enjoy!;)

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 3:31pm PDT

tspp #224- Emerson's Disney Files 5: WDW Adult Beverages w/ Greg Curling 2/20/13

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This week we are back in the Emerson’s Disney Files!  Listen as Chad Emerson and Doug Barnes discuss Adult Beverage Distribution within Walt Disney World with a Disney Park veteran, Greg Curling.  Crack open a drink for this episode and enjoy! ;)

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 8:54pm PDT

tspp #223-Season Pass Renewal: The Jerry Rees Interviews 2/14/13

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This week it’s the first Season Pass Renewal Episode.  TSPP is taking a look back in the archive to refresh, remaster and renew.  This episode takes a look back to May of 2008 for episodes 26 & 27 -- The Jerry Rees Interviews.  Discussion on creating Alien Encounter (formerly at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World), filming Robin Williams, animating Tron, and future virtual technology.  Listen and prepare yourself for an ALL NEW Jerry Rees Interview coming in the near future.  Enjoy!

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 8:47pm PDT

tspp #222-Seasoned Pros List Show 3: Most Beautiful Parks! 1/28/13

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It’s another Seasoned Pros List Show with Doug Barnes (Season  Pass Podcast), Arthur Levine (Theme Parks Guide for About.com) and Joel Bullock (The Coaster Critic).  For the third SPLS episode, the guys count down the Top Ten Most Beautiful Parks in North America.  Theme park specialist Lance Hart of Screamscape.com joins as the Expert Guest of the conversation to discuss his top ten and what truly makes a beautiful and special park.  Where do Disneyland, Busch Gardens, Dollywood and Islands of Adventure place??  Take a listen to find out. Enjoy!

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ScreamScape

Theme Park Geekly

About.com: Theme Parks

The Coaster Critic

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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_222.mp3
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Nick's ERT #11- Collins Returns for Theme Park Dreamin'!

ERT #11: "It all comes back to California". Nick talks with Mike Collins of CoasterRadio on a manner of topics including Nick's looming epic-so-cal tip, the new London Dungeon, dream dark rides and much more in this bumper fun 2013 New Year ERT!"

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Direct download: Nicks_ERT_11.mp3
Category:Nick's ERT -- posted at: 3:27pm PDT

tspp #221-Emerson's Disney Files 4: The New WDW Fantasyland! 1/15/13

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Chad Emerson takes over for another episode of Emerson’s Disney Files! This episode dives into the NEW Fantasyland in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World.  Discussion on the business, new look, purpose behind the refresh, new attractions/restaurants, and challenges behind this huge investment. Chad also talks the NextGen concept...which is now known as MyMagic+.  Sidenote: This conversation was recorded a few weeks ago.   Enjoy!

Links:

AyeFour Publishing

Disney Parks

Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes 

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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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Direct download: The_Season_Pass_221.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 6:12pm PDT