Wed, 4 June 2025
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Doug, Brent and Robert celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the greatest themed entertainment stunt show ever, The WaterWorld Stunt Show at Universal Studios Hollywood! Also joining the conversation...some of the creative/production crew that made this BOMB SHOW happen: Eddie Newquist (Former Creative Director of Universal Creative/WaterWorld), Nick Drobins (Former Universal Studios Tech Guy & Director of Technical Design for WaterWorld), and Norm Kahn (Former Project Manager/VP of Entertainment for Universal Studios/Production Manager & Everything Man for WaterWorld). Discussion of the origins, creative process, and chaos that made WaterWorld the monumental Stunt Show of Theme Parks. Get ready for EPIC! Enjoy. Links: Universal Studios Hollywood-WaterWorld Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes Check Out The Season Pass Podcast Website at: Like the TSPP Facebook page! - www.facebook.com/theseasonpass Check Out TSPP on Instagram! - www.instagram.com/theseasonpass Contact us: Doug - seasonpasspodcast@gmail.com Thanks to each one of you for listening to the show. Your support is extremely appreciated. © 2025 Season Pass Podcast |
Tue, 27 May 2025
In this thrilling episode, Hannah shares with Nick her journey from coaster-phobe to thrill-seeker! After a confidence-boosting trip to Europa Park, where she braved some of Europe’s most iconic coasters, Hannah finally faced her biggest challenge yet: riding Hyperia at Thorpe Park. Listen in as they chat about the adrenaline, the nerves, and the unexpected joy of conquering major rides at Thorpe — including The Swarm, SAW The Ride and Nemesis Inferno. The duo also dive into Europa Park's standout rollercoasters and how they compare to UK counterparts. Plus, they briefly touch on the exciting news of Disneyland's newly announced project in Abu Dhabi — what could this mean for the future of Disney parks?
Direct download: Nicks_ERT_101-_From_Fear_to_Hyperia.mp3
Category:Nick's ERT -- posted at: 9:56pm PDT |
Tue, 15 April 2025
Doug, Brent and Robert are HERE!! In 2025!! Yes Ya’ll! Brent revues his Epic Universe experience while Doug and Robert drool on their mics. BUT! Doug and Robert also share their talk on a 100 years of roller coasters on WNYC New York Public Radio with Brian Lehrer, Friday, April 11, 2025. We’re back peeps! Enjoy. Links: Brian Lehrer Show: 100 Years of 100 Things: Roller Coasters Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z’nuff on iTunes Check Out The Season Pass Podcast Website at: Like the TSPP Facebook page! - www.facebook.com/theseasonpass Check Out TSPP on Instagram! - www.instagram.com/theseasonpass Contact us: Doug - seasonpasspodcast@gmail.com Thanks to each one of you for listening to the show. Your support is extremely appreciated. © 2025 Season Pass Podcast |
Tue, 15 April 2025
In this super-sized episode of Nick's ERT, we’re back on track with more theme park tea—because Universal’s UK park plans just won’t quit! In the first half, Nick is joined by Hannah to take a wander through the latest changes coming to Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris. From reimagined lands to possible new IPs, what’s in store for the French mouse house and is this really in retaliation to Universal coming to the UK?! Then, it’s all aboard to Bedford! In part two, Nick and Adam dream big as they dig into the themes, rumours, and wild hopes for Universal’s potential UK resort—and how its arrival could shake the foundations of Merlin’s magic and Mickey’s European empire.
Direct download: Nicks_ERT_100-Universal_Saga_Continues.mp3
Category:Nick's ERT -- posted at: 8:14pm PDT |
Mon, 14 April 2025
In this very special episode of Nick's ERT for the Season Pass Podcast, Nick is joined by Hannah, Chris, Nikki and Jamie as they dive headfirst into the now-confirmed plans for Universal Studios UK, officially announced by the UK government! Set to open in 2031 with construction beginning in 2026, the park will be built in Bedford, marking a monumental moment in UK theme park history. The gang unpacks the huge news, speculates on what major IPs might be featured, imagines possible rides and themed lands, and explores the ripple effect this could have on the rest of the UK’s theme park industry. Will we see Hogwarts next to Jurassic World? Could the Minions finally conquer Britain? And what will this mean for parks like Alton Towers and Thorpe Park? Join us for a lively discussion filled with excitement, hot takes, and a bit of British theme park banter as we look ahead to what could be a true game-changer on the horizon. Spoiler: Chris is already scouting flats in Bedford. |