
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.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 144 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HobbiesLeisurePlaces & TravelSociety & Culture | |||

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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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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