Highlights include:

• Nick's 4 Years of Perfect Attendance 
• The New Prestige Pass and their benefits
• The opening of Adventure Port for 2023

Enjoy!

Brad

Highlights include:

• The 50th-anniversary sign.
• The new Timberwolf Concerts.
• The park's birthday ceremony on April 29th.
• The Beast retract.
• The upgraded Tower Gardens.
• The 50th-anniversary celebration Eats and Treats.
• The  Fun, Fireworks and Fifty Fireworks Show

Enjoy!

Brad

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In this episode we talk to Brian about his and Gravity Group's work on the following:

• The Racer track work in 2021.
• Their manufactured prefab track and its advantages.
• How they use todays technology to improve a classic John Allen coaster.
• Deep dive into the work they are doing for The Beast for 2022.

1.  The change in the first drop
2. Angle change on the turn.
3. Discuss why the track before the brake run will be raised by approximately four feet.
4. Discuss the changes on the helix.

Learn more about The Gravity Group here: https://thegravitygroup.com/

Enjoy!

Brad

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Brad Perdue (IndyGuy4KI) is the guest host on episode 19 of the KICentral Podcast.  On this episode, we have special guest, Chris Baynum. Chris is founder and president of Baynum Painting. Chris started Baynum Painting in 1983, His first major project was staining The Beast. Baynum Painting is currently working on painting the Eiffel Tower, Adventure Express, Race For Your Life Charlie Brown, and The Racer for Kings Island's 50th anniversary Season in 2022. Learn more about Baynum Painting and their projects with Kings Island in this podcast!

Learn more about Baynum Painting here: https://baynumpainting.com/

Enjoy!

Brad

On this episode, we have special guest, Tyler Mullins (TombraiderTy). Tyler is a Kings Island history connoisseur and we talk about the history of Kings Island, his involvement with the KIHistory Facebook page and Twitter Feed. We also touch on the 50th Anniversary season in 2022.

Enjoy!

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Better late than never.  Sorry for the delay in getting the next podcast published.  We have had this one recorded since early May!

Host Robbie Zerhusen (CoastersRZ) is joined by Brad Perdue (IndyGuy4KI) on this episode of the KICentral Podcast.  On this episode, we have special guest, Maureen Kaiser Richmond.  She was manager of communications and guest experience from 2003 to 2007 at Kings Island.

We discuss her time at the park.

Enjoy!

Robbie

Host Robbie Zerhusen (CoastersRZ) is joined by Brad Perdue (IndyGuy4KI) on this episode of the KICentral Podcast.  On this episode, we have special guest, Jeffrey Siebert.  He was manager of communications and guest experience from 1999 to 2005 at Kings Island and is currently Park President of
Six Flags Fiesta Texas.

We discuss his time at the park, and where he went after leaving Kings Island.

Enjoy!

Robbie

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On this podcast we discuss the following:

• Don's time as a guest riding The Racer.
• How the park was able to market his achievements setting records on The Racer.
• How much did it cost him monetarily to take his first 10,000 rides on The Racer.
• How Coasterstock was born at Kings Island.
• What happened to the ACE walk back tours.
• Progress on the 2021 Racer track work.

We hope you enjoy listening to this episode. It was awesome having Don on the the KICentral podcast.

Join Robbie (Coastersrz) and Brad Perdue (Indyguy4KI) as they interview Evan Ponstingle, author of the new history book about Kings Island, "Kings Island: A Ride Through Time".

Be sure to also check out Episode 8, where we previously interviewed Evan. 

Pick up your copy of the book at the Emporium at Kings Island or online at  River Shore Creative here.

Here is Evan holding his book at the Emporium. 

Robbie (CoastersRZ) and Brad (IndyGuy4KI) are joined by Bill Mefford, who was the Manager of Marketing and Communications at Kings Island from 1982-1984 and again from 1987-1988.  Hear about stories from his time at the park, as well as his time at other parks and in the amusement industry.

We hope you enjoy listening to this.  It was really fun talking with Bill!

Stay tuned for Episode 14 coming out soon!

Robbie

Robbie (CoastersRZ) and Brad (IndyGuy4KI) are joined by Denis Larrick (KIMV1972), who worked on the Kings Island and Miami Valley Railroad in 1972 and 1973 at Kings Island.

-Highlights include some stories from Dennis`s time running the trains those first two seasons.

Please share with us your thoughts on this podcast.  Or if you have any additional questions for Dennis.  Dennis has contributed several posts in the Amusement Park Railroad thread.  If you have not had a chance to read that thread, I strongly encourage you to do so.  Especially if you are a rail fan.

Thanks again to Denis for being our guest on this podcast.

Let us know if you have any thoughts for subjects for future KIC Podcast episodes.

Robbie

CoastersRZ

Don`t forget that you can get this podcast on iTunes, and on Spotify!  Be sure to subscripe to not miss an episode!

Show notes:  Join Robbie (CoastersRZ) and Brad (IndyGuy4KI) as they are joined by Tom Pavlik (Tjpavlik).

In this episode we conclude the review of the 2020 season at Kings Island.

We discuss Orion, Area 72, Tricks and Treats Fall Fest and the food.  We also discuss the cancelation of Haunt and Winterfest for 2020.

We hope you enjoy this episode!  Watch for Episode 12 to drop really soon!  It is on a really enjoyable subject. As always, if you have any ideas for future episodes, please let me know!  

Don`t forget that you can get this podcast on iTunes, and on Spotify!  Be sure to subscripe to not miss an episode!

Show notes:  Join Robbie (CoastersRZ) and Brad (IndyGuy4KI) as they are joined by Tom Pavlik (Tjpavlik).

In this episode we begin to review the 2020 season at Kings Island, and the impacts that Covid had on the season and park operations.

We hope you enjoy this episode!  Watch for part 2 of the 2020 Season in review, Episode 11 to come out soon!  We also will have episode 12 out soon as well, focusing on a fascinating topic. As always, if you have any ideas for future episodes, please let me know!  

Don`t forget that you can get this podcast on iTunes, Google Podcast and on Spotify!  Be sure to subscripe to not miss an episode!

Show notes:  Join Robbie (CoastersRZ) and Brad (IndyGuy4KI) as they are joined by Evan (KIghostguy).

In this episode we discuss Evan`s new book: Kings Island: A Ride Through Time

We discuss the following:

-How the idea of his book came about
-Who he has interviewed
-Interesting things he has come across along the way
-What to look forward to in the book

We will be sure to keep you updated on when an official release date for the book is available!

We hope you enjoy this episode!  Watch for Episode 9 to come out soon!   As always, if you have any ideas for future episodes, please let me know! 

Don`t forget that you can get this podcast on iTunes, and on Spotify!  Be sure to subscripe to not miss an episode!

Show notes:  Join Robbie (CoastersRZ) and Brad (IndyGuy4KI) as they are joined by Nick (Daretofly).

In this episode we discuss the ins and outs of being a ride operator.  We provide some tips for someone looking for their first job, as well as some of our favorite stories from our years of being ride operators.

We hope you enjoy this episode!  Watch for Episode 10 to come out soon!   As always, if you have any ideas for future episodes, please let me know!

Don`t forget that you can get this podcast on iTunes, and on Spotify!

Show notes:  Join Robbie (CoastersRZ) and Brad (IndyGuy4KI) as they are joined by Evan Duffy (DeltaFlyer) to discuss the 2019 season.

On this first part of two parts, they discuss:

-Kings Mill Antique Autos
-International Street Renovation
-Octoberfest Glockenspiel
-The Beast`s 40th anniversary is celebrated
-Grand Carnivale
-The Vortex served its last riders at the end of the season.

Stay tuned for Part 2 of the 2019 Year in Review coming soon!

We hope you enjoy this episode!  Sorry for the long delay since the last episode.  We have Part 2 already recorded, and plan to record another episode in less than two weeks!

Don`t forget that you can get this podcast on iTunes, and on Spotify!  Be sure to subscripe to not miss an episode!

Show notes:  Join Robbie (CoastersRZ) and Brad (IndyGuy4KI) as they are joined by Evan Duffy (DeltaFlyer) and finish their discussion on the 2019 season.

This is the second part of a two part episode.  If you have not listened to episode #6, please do so!

We discuss the following:

-Kings Island announces a giga coaster for 2020: Orion
-Rumor Six Flags purchasing Cedar Fair.
-Halloween Haunt
-Winterfest
-New Year`s Eve at Winterfest

We hope you enjoy this episode!  Watch for Episode 8 to come out soon!  We have already recorded the episode and it was a very interesting topic.  As always, if you have any ideas for future episodes, please let me know!  

This of course, was just an excellent fan made concept that was not associated with the park. In this latest podcast we talk with KIC Member RuthlessAirtime who was the creator of "Beast Unleashed".

Before listening to the podcast, please watch the video if you have not already done so:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mV5UyTOezvY

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Show Notes:  Join host Robbie Zerhusen (CoastersRZ) and Brad Perdue (IndyGuy4KI) as they are joined by Eric, KICentral forum member Pianoman.

We discuss the recent announcement of renovations and enhancements to International Street and the Royal Fountains. 

You can find more information on this renovation project on Kings Island`s blog: https://www.visitkingsisland.com/blog/2019/january/international-street-and-royal-fountain-to-get-major-offseason-renovation

If you wish to subscribe to the podcast in iTunes, you can do so at this link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/kings-island-central-podcast/id1342475078

Show Notes:  Join host Robbie Zerhusen (CoastersRZ) and Brad Perdue (IndyGuy4KI) as they are joined by KICentral forum member Sonofbaconator.

They discuss the recent announcement that Firehawk would be leaving KI at the end of October, 2018.  They talk a little bit about the ride`s history, its location in X-Base, the ride experience and why it is being remove.

They discuss what they would like to see replace Firehawk in the future (who doesn`t love a giga coaster)?

They end by talking about Kings Island`s 2019 addition, the Kings Mills Antique Autos.

We will be releasing another episode soon!  With another one following that in the not to far off future after episode 3.  I also have content ideas for two additional episodes.  

If you would like to be a featured guest speaker on an upcoming podcast, let us know.  Also let us know what subject area you would want to discuss.  After all, part of what makes KICentral a great fan site, is the community of people that love going to and enjoying Kings Island.

If you wish to subscribe to the podcast in iTunes, you can do so at this link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/kings-island-central-podcast/id1342475078

Show notes:  Host Robbie Zerhusen (CoastersRZ) is joined by Brad Perdue (IndyGuy4KI) and special guest Chad Showalter, the Director of Communications at Kings Island to preview the 2018 season at Kings Island.

-Chad`s role at Kings Island as Director of communications

-Executive Chef James Major joins Kings Island

-Chef Nathan is still with Kings Island

-Discussion of Coney BBQ, including the side dishes that are planned to be offered (the menu is of course, subject to change).

-Entertainment offerings for the 2018 season will be revealed soon.

-Brief discussion on Timberwolf.

-Special events coming up this spring include The Harlem Globetrotters (May 5-6th),  First Responders Days, Coasterstock, and Coaster Campout.

We want to again thank Chad for taking time out of his busy schedule to be on the podcast.

We have many exciting ideas for the next several podcasts.  We hope to do these more regularly (closer to once a month).  If you have suggestions for future topics, please let us know.  And yes, we will have more KIC members on the podcasts on upcoming episodes.

If you wish to subscribe to the podcast in iTunes, you can do so at this link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/kings-island-central-podcast/id1342475078

Show notes:

The inaugural episode of the Kings Island Central Podcast.

Listen as host Robbie Zerhusen (CoastersRZ) is joined by Matthew Middleton (Malem) and Brad Perdue (IndyGuy4KI) discuss the 2017 season at Kings Island.

-Mystic Timbers debuts as a fantastic new wooden coaster at Kings Island.

-Island Smokehouse opens to glowing reviews in Soak City.

-Halloween Haunt and the new scare zone, Dance of the Macabre, debuts under the Eiffel Tower.

-Winterfest returns for a third time, after a 12 year hiatus.  We are all impressed with the amount of lights, entertainment and things to see and do. And look forward to visiting again next year.