CoasterBuzz Podcast #80 posted

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Jeff, Pat and Mike review this week's news in the amusement industry.

Jeff and Gonch drink too much soda at the parks.
So long and thanks for all the fish: Question of dolphin exploitation comes up again.
Expert says that ride maintenance at Japanese parks is sorely lacking.
Dorney is getting the Impulse from Geauga Lake. Pat doesn't understand why the park doesn't compete more with other parks in that region.
Hershey Entertainment CEO has big plans for the area, beyond the park itself.
Newspaper article outlines the inspection habits of Ohio Dept. of Agriculture.
Universal Studios will bring New Line characters into Halloween events on both coasts.
Six Flags has some varied and odd deals for season pass holders and the people they want to bring.
Jeff rants about the "airtime" needs of enthusiasts.
Jeff also rants about the newsworthiness of deaths on rides not related to the mechanical operation of the attraction.
Six Flags experiences seem to be generally better this year, except in Dan Snyder's back yard (Six Flags America).
Lower height requirements make for a better family experience.