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Side Friction: Roller Coasters and the Parks They Live In

Bob, Greg, and Ryan
Six Flags
Disney
Cedar Fair
Cedar Point
Hersheypark
Six Flags Prestige Pass
Roller Coasters
Nebraska
Google
Facial Recognition
Enchanted Parks
Discord
Parks Region Divisions
EPR Properties
Las Vegas
Artificial Intelligence
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
Europa Park
Travis Kelce
Simulation Theory

A podcast about roller coasters and the parks they live in. Each episode will contain a mixture of industry related news, trip reports, interviews and a whole lot of rabbit trails.

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Latest Episodes

Side Friction - Episode 144 - "High Noon at The Potato Patch"

September 19th, 2026

Bob, Greg, and Ryan the Ride Mechanic talk about impending doom and a few news stories before getting into The Golden Ticket Awards where the expected, as well as... more

Side Friction - Episode 143 - "Ground Breaking"

September 12th, 2026

Bob, Greg, and Ryan the Ride Mechanic are back after a week off to catch you up on the news including "ground breaking" news from Six Flags as well as some news from Dollywood,... more

Side Friction - Episode 142 - "Theme Park No. 1"

August 29th, 2026

Bob, Greg, Ryan the Ride Mechanic and Steph remember Dolly Parton who we unfortunately lost this week in a segment before moving into a normal format show which is kept very upbe... more

Side Friction - Episode 141 - "Yeti, Set, Go!"

August 22nd, 2026

Bob, Greg, Ryan the Ride Mechanic and Steph have tons of news to address in a way that probably only the 4 of them can. There's a lot going on this week so it's a longer show but i... more

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Bob
Host with long-running involvement in the show, often guiding discussions and opinions.
Greg
Co-host known for moderator-style framing and cross-topic commentary.
Ryan the Ride Mechanic
Co-host contributing technical insights and ride-focused expertise.
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Co-host providing experiences and opinions, often with a parks-focused angle.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • One of my favorite podcasts

    Fun and informative. I look forward to it every week

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    United States9 months ago

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Hosts are opinionated but balanced, offering diverse perspectives on industry trends.
Strong coaster knowledge with relatable travel stories and park anecdotes.
Informal, enthusiastic banter that makes technical park talk approachable.

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A spirited roundtable focused on roller coasters, amusement parks, and industry news with personal trip reports, nerdy ride details, and candid opinions. Across recent episodes, conversations weave between park economics, safety debates, branding, and the evolving theme-park landscape, punctuated by nostalgia, travel anecdotes, and banter among longtime hosts. The show stands out for its approachable persona, deep coaster knowledge, and willingness to connect technical insights with everyday park experiences, making it feel like a community hangout for enthusiasts, riders, and professionals curious about how parks operate and what's next in the industry.

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2. Coaster Radio: The Original Theme Park Podcast
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5. Your Favorite Coaster Sucks

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