18 episodes

Join Marcus Leshock as he talks theme parks, roller coasters and all around family fun!
Every episode, Marcus talks about the latest news happening in the theme park world. We'll have reports on all of our trips to parks and attractions across the country, including reviews of the latest roller coasters and thrill rides. And we'll have interviews with the big names in the theme park world and experts who can help make your next family trip one to remember. 

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    • Society & Culture
    • 4.9 • 24 Ratings

Join Marcus Leshock as he talks theme parks, roller coasters and all around family fun!
Every episode, Marcus talks about the latest news happening in the theme park world. We'll have reports on all of our trips to parks and attractions across the country, including reviews of the latest roller coasters and thrill rides. And we'll have interviews with the big names in the theme park world and experts who can help make your next family trip one to remember. 

    Ep. 18: Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind roller coaster review - Epcot Walt Disney World

    Ep. 18: Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind roller coaster review - Epcot Walt Disney World

    Marcus Leshock reviews the new spinning roller coaster Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at Walt Disney World's Epcot theme park.

    • 40 min
    Ep. 17: Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway opens at Disney World

    Ep. 17: Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway opens at Disney World

    Mickey Mouse has his first ever ride at Walt Disney World with Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway and we talk to somebody who rode it before it opened to the public.

    • 32 min
    Ep. 16: What should Cedar Point add in 2021?

    Ep. 16: What should Cedar Point add in 2021?

    Marcus Leshock talks with Cedar Point about what they're planning for their 150th anniversary in 2020 and we look ahead to what could be coming in 2021.

    • 28 min
    Ep. 15: Six Flags Great America Tsunami Surge update, No Coaster Con recap

    Ep. 15: Six Flags Great America Tsunami Surge update, No Coaster Con recap

    Six Flags Great America talks about the construction of their new water coaster Tsunami Surge and we recap the events of ACE's No Coaster Con 2020.

    • 20 min
    Ep. 14: Star Wars Galaxy's Edge and Rise of the Resistance - everything you need to know

    Ep. 14: Star Wars Galaxy's Edge and Rise of the Resistance - everything you need to know

    Everything you need to know before making a trip to Star Wars Galaxy's Edge at Walt Disney World's Hollywood Studios, including a recap of the new Rise of the Resistance attraction.

    • 40 min
    Ep. 13: S&S AXIS roller coaster prototype breakdown with Tim Baldwin of Amusement Today

    Ep. 13: S&S AXIS roller coaster prototype breakdown with Tim Baldwin of Amusement Today

    Tim Baldwin of Amusement Today talks with Marcus about his experience riding the new S&S roller coaster concept called Axis.

    • 34 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
24 Ratings

24 Ratings

yo boy here ,

Good but needs more

The podcast is really good but he needs to get more out, very, very, very, soon!!!!

Djjdrihsti ,

Complaint

I have a complaint to make. Why aren't there more podcasts available?! I have enjoyed these since Day 1, I just wish there were more available to listen to.

Vanished Chicagoland ,

Wonderful show!

I love listening to Marcus and his podcasts. Very informative. I put together a video about Riverview Park in Chicago that closed in 1967 back in April. I enjoyed putting it together as I was learning about the history of how the amusement park began back in 1904. I haven't ridden a roller coaster since 1997 at Six Flags Great America. The first time I was there was when it was called Marriott's and I rode The Turn of The Century, which now called the Demon back when I was in high school. Looking forward to more episodes. Good job!

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