Episodes

Philip reads the inaugural "Green Tagged: Insights" newsletter analyzing what he calls "The Uncertainty Epidemic" affecting the attractions industry.

Travel patterns are changing. United Airlines' latest earnings reveal a strategic pivot as they prepare for two economic scenarios in 2025, cutting domestic flight capacity by 4% while seeing surges in both premium and budget travelers.

We break down Universal’s newly announced UK theme park, set to open in 2031, its location just 35 minutes from London, the promise of world-class immersive lands, and the potential to draw 8.5 million visitors in its first year.

In this bonus episode, we present the complete remarks from Massimiliano Freddi, IAAPA Chair of the Board and Wonderwood CEO, recorded at the IAAPA North America Summit. Hear Freddi’s powerful perspective on why attractions should become catalysts for...

IAAPA's North America Summit (Mar 30-Apr 01, 2025) at the Disneyland Resort featured insightful presentations from Disney executives on the thoughtful redesign of Toontown.

International tourism to the US is projected to decline by at least 5% this year instead of the expected 9% growth, threatening a $72 billion reduction in total travel spending.

This week we analyze Herschend's strategic acquisition of Palace Entertainment's U.S. properties, potentially establishing them as a major third-place challenger in the theme park industry.

Amid tariff concerns and market volatility, we explore how Universal is strategically diversifying its entertainment portfolio.

Six Flags reported a $206 million net loss for 2024—but investors are cautiously optimistic.

Universal’s Horror Unleashed is officially opening in Las Vegas on August 14th—but will it succeed? Meanwhile, China’s tourism industry is rebounding, but will it be enough?

Come with us to IAAPA's Middle East Trade Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Tokyo Disney Resort is thriving with Fantasy Springs and seasonal events driving record-breaking revenue, while Universal Studios Hollywood is experimenting with a bold new event: Fan Fest Nights.

Is Disney’s success unstoppable? Despite rising ticket prices, hurricanes disrupting domestic parks, and the looming Epic Universe, Disney still delivered a strong quarter.

Trump’s proposed tariffs could drive up costs for theme parks, and Merlin Entertainment is cutting live entertainment across multiple locations—but what does it all mean for the industry?

Immigration reform, tariff hikes, federally controlled ride safety, and drone regulations - The Trump Administration's policies will shake up the theme park industry, and we must be ready.

This week, we connect two seemingly unrelated stories—the devastating California wildfires and TikTok’s temporary shutdown—to explore a common theme: crisis planning.

Scott is unavailable this week, so we're airing a panel discussion from IAAPA 2024. The panel, "IAAPA Fireside Chat: Inspiring Minds of the Industry," combines large and small attraction operators to discuss 2024 and industry trends.

Dones collided and crashed during a holiday show in Orlando, injuring a boy and sending shockwaves throughout the industry.

In the final episode of 2024, we dive into the most prominent trends that defined the year and will shape 2025.

Oriental Land expands cruises as China's Tourism Recovers; both underscore global trends toward experiential, human-centric attractions—but did the U.S. get that memo?

This episode explores how attractions balance control and collaboration to deliver better guest experiences.

A Florida jury found Busch Gardens Tampa Bay partially at fault after a 12-year-old boy entered the Stanleyville Theater while it was not in use, accessed, and fell off the trampoline, lacerating his right kidney. This week, we discuss the impact of events like this on the industry. Plus - Universal Hollywood’s schedule and Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary.

China was poised to become the new theme park capital of the world before the pandemic closed its tourism; new numbers show the sector is finally recovering. Will we see China resurface as a major tourism investor?

Philip and Scott unpack the networking and education opportunities that defined IAAPA Expo 2024.