tspp #292- The Tony Baxter Interview Part 4! 1/4/15
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Release Date: 01/04/2015
tspp #414- Midsummer Scream 2025 Review w/ Doug Barnes & Rick West! 8/21/25
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Doug reviews his experience at Midsummer Scream 2025 that was on August 15-17. Joining Doug from ground zero of Midsummer Scream is Creative Director Rick West. Enjoy. Links: Check Out The Season Pass Podcast Website at: Like the TSPP Facebook page! - Check Out TSPP on Instagram! - Contact us: Doug - [email protected] Thanks to each one of you for listening to the show. Your support is extremely appreciated. © 2025 Season Pass Podcast
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tspp #413- Midsummer Scream 2025 Preview w/ Creative Director, Rick West! 8/6/25
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Doug and Robert will be returning to Midsummer Scream for 2025 on August 15-17. Here to tell us what we’re in for is Midsummer Scream Creative Director (and long time friend of the Season Pass), Rick West. Enjoy. Links: Check Out The Season Pass Podcast Website at: Like the TSPP Facebook page! - Check Out TSPP on Instagram! - Contact us: Doug - [email protected] Thanks to each one of you for listening to the show. Your support is extremely appreciated. © 2025 Season Pass Podcast
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Nick's ERT #102- All Aboard to Universal UK
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In this very special episode of Nick’s ERT, Nick is joined by fellow theme park aficionado Adam for a journey with a difference — quite literally! The pair hop on a train from London to Bedford to visit the proposed site for the UK’s brand-new Universal Studios theme park. Join them on the rails as they chat candidly about what this massive project could mean for British tourism, the UK theme park landscape and Merlin’s monopoly. From the excitement of immersive lands and blockbuster IPs to the challenges of local infrastructure, planning red tape, and good old British weather —...
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tspp #412- 30 Years of Universal Studios WaterWorld w/ Eddie Newquist, Nick Drobins & Norm Kahn 6/4/25
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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...
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Nick's ETR #101- From Fear to Hyperia – Hannah’s Rollercoaster Breakthrough!
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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,...
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tspp #411- Epic Universe & 100 Years of Roller Coasters w/ wNYC! 4/15/25
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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: Check Out The Season Pass Podcast Website at: Like the TSPP Facebook page! - Check Out TSPP on Instagram! - Contact us: Doug - [email protected] Thanks to each one of you for listening to the show. Your support is extremely...
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Nick's ERT #100- Paris Vs Bedford (The Studio Edition)
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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...
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Nick's ERT #99- Mind the Map: Universal’s British Invasion
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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...
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tspp #410- "The Legacy of Schwarzkopf" w/ Documentary Crew! 12/23/24
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Doug, Brent and Robert talk with the creators of the new ACE Documentary “The Legacy of Schwarzkopf.” Eight years after their widely successful and coaster audience pleasing “The Legacy of Arrow Development,” the crew of the new film sit with TSPP to give insight, back story, tidbits, and filming experiences on creating this massive new historic film. So listen and hear from the power source: Nicholas Laschkewitsch, Kris Rowberry, Robert Ingle & Scott Schaffer. Enjoy! Links: Check Out The Season Pass Podcast Website at: Like the TSPP Facebook page! - Check...
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Nick's ERT #98: Mission Dubai
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Join Nick, Hannah as they tell Adam about their unforgettable adventure in Dubai, exploring some of the world’s most iconic theme parks and attractions! From Hollywood-inspired rides at Motiongate to the high-speed thrills of Ferrari World, and the immersive worlds of Warner Bros. Studios Park, the trio leaves no stone unturned. Discover how Hannah overcame her fear of tall coasters (with a little help from the UAE’s adrenaline-packed lineup) and hear Nick’s triumphant story of finally riding the legendary Mission Ferrari! The episode also features their stay...
info_outlineThis week the Season Pass Podcast returns to the Baxter residence for the fourth TSPP with Disney Legend and WDI Advisor, 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 Tony, discuss the creative process and design behind Disneyland Paris, redeveloping Disneyland's Tomorrowland for the 1998 update, and much more on WDI, Disney, and Leadership. This is a classic, Enjoy!
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