tspp #405- Winchester UNHINGED: Housewarming w/ Michael Taffe & Amelia Richardson 10/11/23
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Release Date: 10/12/2023
Nick's ERT #106- Epic Returns & Theme Park Futures
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Nick is joined by Adam for a packed episode of Nick’s ERT, diving deep into the latest theme park news from the UK, Europe, and beyond. Adam is gearing up for his second visit to Epic Universe, and the pair discuss what makes a return trip so exciting — and what Adam is most looking forward to experiencing again. Back on home turf, they break down Paultons Park’s brand-new Viking land, discuss the arrival of Paw Patrol at Chessington World of Adventures, and speculate on what the future might hold for Chessington — including rumours of a...
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Nick's ERT #105- Epic Universe to Universal UK: Mike’s Front-Row View
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Nick welcomes back return guest Mike for a timely and fascinating conversation about two huge pieces of Universal news. Fresh from a visit to Epic Universe, Mike shares his on-the-ground impressions of Universal’s newest theme park and how it’s shaping expectations for the future of immersive entertainment. The discussion then turns much closer to home with the announcement of Universal Studios UK — a development that’s especially personal for Mike, who lives within walking distance of the proposed site. Together, Nick and Mike unpack how the news broke, what...
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Nick’s ERT #104- Nathan Brine: The Path to Paddington
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Nick’s ERT on The Season Pass Podcast Episode: Nathan Brine – The Path to Paddington In this episode, Nick sits down with Nathan Brine, Director of Live Stage Productions at The Path Entertainment Group — the team behind immersive attractions such as Monopoly Lifesized, SAW Escape Experience London and other large-scale experiential productions. Nathan takes us behind the scenes of Paddington: The Immersive Adventure at London’s iconic County Hall. They discuss the extraordinary technology powering the production, the creative development that brings...
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tspp #416- Knott's Scary Farm 2025 w/ Jon Asperin & Jeff Tucker! 10/29/25
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We RETURN to the TSPP Mother Earth of Haunt..Knott’s BerryFarm for Scary Farm 2025! Jeff Tucker joins Doug and Robert on all the happening for this year’s Haunt Event and we are also joined by Maze Designer and Creative, Jon Asperin to discuss his 2025 works and guide us through a Walk-Though of his new creation, MARY. Spooky and chilling fun ahead, Enjoy. **Bonus audio at the end...Stereo Experience of The ZOO (Haunted Maze). Links: Check Out The Season Pass Podcast Website at: Like the TSPP Facebook page! - Check Out TSPP on Instagram! - Contact us: Doug -...
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tspp #415- Howl-O-Scream 2025 @ SeaWorld San Diego! 10/21/25
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We are at SeaWorld San Diego for Howl-O-Scream 2025! Doug is joined by SeaWorld Entertainment Specialist, Alexander Krikes to learn more about the fifth year of the event, its five mazes, eight scare zones, shows and more. We are also joined by the rest of the event creative team on the stomping grounds of the incredible Monster Stomp music and dance spectacular—Jordan Mason - Entertainment Specialist (Technical Production), Leo Gentleman - Entertainment Specialist (Technical Production), and Verenice Meza - Entertainment Specialist (Creative Production). There’s also three complete stereo...
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Nick’s ERT #103 – Epic Universe Trip Report!
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Nick and Hannah head to Universal Orlando’s brand-new theme park, Epic Universe! From jaw-dropping rides to a few hiccups along the way, they share their honest take on everything this dazzling park has to offer. Expect lively discussion on the attractions, the food (of course!), and even the little errors that come with opening a park of this scale. Join us as we step through the portal and explore one of the most exciting theme park openings in recent history!
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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 - seasonpasspodcast@gmail.com 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 - seasonpasspodcast@gmail.com 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...
info_outlineThe Season Pass Podcast returns to the Winchester Mystery House for the newest installment of their Halloween Event called Winchester Mystery House UNHINGED: Housewarming! Doug sits with the creative group behind Unhinged, Michael Taffe (Director of Operations for Winchester Mystery House) & Amelia Richardson (Marketing Manager for Winchester Mystery House) to discuss the Winchester house, the Unhinged: Housewarming event, the creative process for this haunted presentation, and the mysteries behind this historic tourist destination. Happy Halloween!! Enjoy!
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