This week, we invite you to test your theme park knowledge with as we play the fifth and final qualifying round of our season-long game show - THE ULTIMATE. Are you well-versed enough in the parks AND the podcast to get all ten questions right? Are you smarter than your fellow podcast listeners? We'll find out... and so will you.

This week, Mike and EB discuss the closure of Six Flags America, reminiscing about its history, and the emotional impact on fans. They also talk about a theme park-related story that has crossed over into mainstream media, a $100 million dollar investment in Gatlinburg, TN and another way that Cedar Fair and Six Flags have merged identities. Plus, there's news about a Coaster Radio meetup in 2026!

In this Halloween-themed episode of Coaster Radio, hosts Mike and EB try to get through the show while constantly being interrupted by Trick or Treaters. They discuss the new coaster coming to Kentucky Kingdom in 2026, family drama at Walt Disney World, a popular Euro coaster closing, insights from a scare actor, and details about their own Halloween home haunt preparations. They also open listener mail and preview 2026's "Reel Design Contest." The conversation shifts to scary ride experiences shared by the audience, culminating in a discussion about jump scares and theming in attractions.

This week, Mike and EB talk about the latest news and trends in theme parks, including celebrity investments and new ride concepts. They delve into Travis Kelce's recent purchase of a stake in Six Flags, Disney's third update of Soarin' and the new coaster coming to Sea World San Antonio in 2026! They also explore creative ideas for future rides and attractions that are possibly coming to parks in 2027 and beyond....including a world record breaking hybrid coaster to rival Steel Vengeance!

This week, Mike and EB talk about the latest news and rumors from around the amusement industry...including the switch-a-roo regarding the Six Flags Haunted Attractions pass, a well known park operator who was interested in the defunct Desperado roller coaster AND details about the latest Universal resort. Plus, a long time guest returns and the guys record their voices for a favorite attraction live on-the-air! We also have in-park reports from Cedar Point, Sea World Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood.

EB is back from from Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood. He takes listeners through the RIP Haunt Tour, describing the haunted houses, including Poltergeist, Terrifier, and Jason Universe. The guys discuss the event's atmosphere, scare tactics, and animatronics. They also talk about Dollywood's new NightFlight Expedition, rising theme park prices, the 2026 version of Universal Fan Fest Nights and a proposed nostalgia-themed park in Las Vegas.

This week, Mike and EB discuss the latest news from around the theme park industry, including the announcement of a new giga dive coaster at Six Flags Over Texas, trip reports from Kings Island, and tragic incidents at Glenwood Caverns and Universal's Epic Universe. They also explore the future of Islands of Adventure, new theme park developments, and the potential for a Mr. Beast-themed amusement park.

Mike and EB are at two very different parks this week. EB is at Universal Studios Hollywood and Mike is at Busch Gardens Williamsburg's Howl-O-Scream. But if they are at the parks, who is hosting the show? Take a listen to find out.