The Oldest Theme Parks in America

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The Oldest Theme Parks in America

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Mar 23, 2023

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Join Jack and BK as they discover America's oldest theme parks - their origin, lasting legacy, and which ones have the oldest still running coasters.

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Mar 23, 2023

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Jack Pattillo & Geoff Ramsey lead an audience through their love of theme parks, theme park news, and a focus on a new ride every week. Jack is a superfan of theme parks, and Geoff is an up-and-coming theme park fan in the making.

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Jack's Theme Park Travel Tips: Jack gives his top 5 theme park tips, Geoff makes up a few of his own, and together they answer a few questions from the audience. by Annual Pass
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The Great Movie Ride: Jack & Geoff explore the history of "The Great Movie Ride" and Jack's experience working on the attraction. Also, theme park news - Universal Studios Hollywood opening, Disney expands their theme park footprint & more! by Annual Pass
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Welcome to Annual Pass: Theme Park aficionado Jack Pattillo and Theme Park Rookie Geoff Ramsey talk about the re-opening of theme parks in a post-Covid world, Super Nintendo World's Grand Opening & their first theme park visits. by Annual Pass
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Beetlejuice’s Graveyard Revue with Scott Porter: Jack and Geoff visit the Ghost with the Most and check out Beetlejuice’s Graveyard Revue! Join them and special guest Scott Porter as he walks the guys through what it was like being on the show and watching Frankenstein’s Monster fall in slow motion! by Annual Pass
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Stitch's Great Escape: Jack and Geoff talk through the complicated history of “Stitch’s Great Escape” including its shutdown and the secret photo release of the nightmare Stitch skeleton and walkthrough the now defunct ride. They also talk about the release of the VelociCoaster POV, riding an attraction with anyone through time, their most missed replaced attraction, and favorite quick service food at Disney by Annual Pass
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E.T Adventure: Jack and Geoff talk about E.T. Adventure in Universal Studios Florida and interview a former Team Member from the ride. They then go on to answer questions about their favorite theme for theme parks, Roller Coaster Gaming content, and theme park hotels! by Annual Pass
65 min listen
Aerosmith's Rock ‘n’ Rollercoaster (w/ Special Guest Ken Marino): Jack and Geoff talk about changes to "The Disney Look", MeowWolf's Colorado ride, and Aerosmith’s Rock ‘n’ Rollercoaster! We are also joined by the first Annual Pass Special Guest: Ken Marino to talk about his experience being a part of the ride! by Annual Pass
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Introducing Annual Pass: Jack Pattillo & Geoff Ramsey lead an audience through their love of theme parks, theme park news, and a focus on a new ride every week. Jack is a superfan of theme parks, and Geoff is an up-and-coming theme park fan in the making. by Annual Pass
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Twister: Ride it Out: In this week's episode of Annual Pass, Jack and Geoff get blown away by Twister: Ride It Out! Join them as they discuss Bill Paxton's sassy stance, flying cows, and Jimmy Fallon. Also, a softer side of Disney, and more of your questions! by Annual Pass
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It's A Small World: Jack and Geoff talk about the classic Disney ride “It's a Small World”. They also answer questions about their favorite (and biggest) waterparks, virtual queues versus physical lines, and one of Jack's favorite theme park Youtubers - Defunctland by Annual Pass
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The Incredible Hulk Coaster: Jack and Geoff are back at at Universal's Islands of Adventure to ride The Incredible Hulk coaster! Will Geoff keep his sunglasses on? Will Jack pose for a high quality ride photo? Would you like a chance to win an autographed theme park map? YES to ALL! by Annual Pass
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The TTA PeopleMover: Jack and Geoff head to the Magic Kingdom and step on to one of Jack's favorite rides, the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover! They also talk TRON, more Halloween Horror Nights info, ponchos, high fives with Annual Pass merch, and more! by Annual Pass
53 min listen
Jurassic World VelociCoaster: Jack and Geoff record LIVE from Universal Orlando covering the grand opening of the VelociCoaster! They interview the art director for the ride- Greg Hall, discover Geoff's VelociCoaster scream, and learn how the ride ties into the Jurassic Park franchise #JapannualPass by Annual Pass
57 min listen
Under the Sea: Journey of the Little Mermaid - California Adventure: Jack and Geoff go Under the Sea to discuss this Little Mermaid themed attraction! Join them on this slow moving attraction as Jack is surprised by the amount of Little Mermaid lore Geoff knows! Also, some Annual Pass fan mail shows up! by Annual Pass
69 min listen
Jurassic Park River Adventure: Jack and Geoff step on to the Jurassic Park River Adventure ride, cover the opening of the Velocicoaster, and answer your questions about visiting any park on any day, and MeowWolf Versus Disney versus Universal. by Annual Pass
51 min listen
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Matterhorn Bobsleds: On this episode of Annual Pass, Jack and Geoff discuss the Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland! Listen to the awe and wonder of them talking about Disney's first ever steel tube coaster. Also, join Geoff on a massive Ferris Wheel, hear the guys talk about a shuttered theme park in Houston, animals at Sea World, and more! by Annual Pass
55 min listen
Interview with Imagineer Jim Shull by Annual Pass
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Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular: Jack & Geoff head to Disney's Hollywood Studios for their first stunt show, the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! by Annual Pass
60 min listen
Judge Roy Scream: Jack and Geoff learn about what a stay at Disney's Galactic Star Cruiser is all about, and the history behind the Judge Roy Scream roller coaster at Six Flags Over Texas. by Annual Pass
51 min listen
The Great White: Jack and Geoff head to SeaWorld in San Antonio and take a dip on The Great White! Join them as they talk about this historic coaster, horrible theme park memories, space restaurants, wingovers, and more! by Annual Pass
50 min listen
Enchanted Tiki Room - Disneyland: Jack and Geoff find themselves surrounded by tropical birds in the Enchanted Tiki Room! by Annual Pass
61 min listen
The Haunted Mansion: Jack and Geoff take a spooky ride on the Haunted Mansion! Listen as Jack tells tales of ghostly encounters, human remains, and firearms! Then the two of them answer your questions, including celebrity encounters! by Annual Pass
66 min listen
Interview with Kevin Perjurer, Creator of Defunctland: Jack and Geoff sit down with Kevin Perjurer, the mastermind behind Defunctland, a Youtube channel dedicated to defunct attractions and theme park related goodness. by Annual Pass
57 min listen
Legoland - Building the Dream: Jack, Geoff, and BK head off to Legoland to learn about the building blocks of this family theme parks focused on the construction toy system Lego. by Annual Pass
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The Hall of Presidents: Jack is a bit under the weather, but that won't stop him from taking Geoff on a magical journey into the Hall of Presidents! Join them as they discover the majesty of animatronics and history, combined into one unique experience! by Annual Pass
50 min listen
An Interview with Greg Hall, Universal Creative Director: Jack & Geoff sit down at the Radio Broadcasting Center at Universal Studios in Orlando and talk with Universal Creative Director Greg Hall. Listen to Jack geek out about all things attractions, and Geoff ask some insightful questions! by Annual Pass
56 min listen
Harry Potter & The Forbidden Journey: Jack and Geoff are back with an episode recorded LIVE at Universal Orlando's Radio Broadcast Center. Today the guys talk about Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey! Listen along as they talk about taking the Sorting hat test, buying wands, and Geoff getting nauseous. by Annual Pass
68 min listen
Test Track: Jack and Geoff return to the studio to a brand new episode of Annual Pass! In this episode the guys talk about Test Track in EPCOT, more Halloween Horror Nights, and talk with a former Cast Member! by Annual Pass
78 min listen

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