Side Friction - Episode 113 - "Snow Drift"

January 24th, 2026

Bob, Greg and Caleb take a break from preparing for the snow and ice this weekend to talk about Universal, Mattel, Bluey, and a collection of other news stories in the industry.

• Universal Orlando Resort Reveals Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift – Opening in Florida In 2027
  • Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift (Orlando) construction timelapse
• Cause of Death Revealed for Grandma Who Lost Consciousness After Riding Revenge of the Mummy Roller Coaster
• It's so cold in Florida that even the rollercoasters are getting stalled on the tracks
• Disney Adventure Testing New Roller Coaster On The High Seas
• Alton Towers names and teases new 'Bluey' roller coaster
• Gotta Catch Em All: Universal's Latest Theme Park IP Deal Will Bring Pokémon to Life
• New Experiences in Hershey Throughout 2026
• Mattel's First Indoor Water Park Will Be Located 10 Minutes from Disney World, Newly Filed Plans Reveal
• Marineland requests U.S. permits for beluga and dolphin transfers
• Rapid City voters say "No!" to Libertyland theme park, soundly reject Tax Increment Financing (TIF) for it
• Building Outside the Lines (TV Series 2023– )
• 1980s-inspired, high-flying cirque amusement park adventure to come to the Center for the Arts
  • (Tour dates and locations)

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Side Friction - Episode 112 - "Enchanted Bar Crawl"

January 17th, 2026

Bob, Greg and Steph talk about an assortment of news including an infamous story from back when Steph was a regular on the show. We're sure you'll not only find this episode interesting but highly entertaining.

• Robin Williams Standup - Golf (full version)
• More shocking Six Flags park changes could be on the way, trademark docs reveal
• Six Flags 'will last and endure' in Saudi Arabia, partner executive says
• Six Flags Guest Sues Park After Allegedly Falling from 'Superman' Coaster Where Guests Ride Face Down, Head First
• IB Parks & Entertainment to operate Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park beginning with the 2026 Season
• Verbolten Forbidden Turn: Extensive Thematic Overhaul
• Has visiting America's premier theme parks now become a luxury vacation experience?
• Knoebels ride is getting an upgrade for this season
• Disney performer who stopped boulder from hitting audience says he's no hero
• Disney World 'wedgie' lawsuit that went viral ends in court
• Disney adult sparks outrage with her 'trashy' bar crawl through kid-friendly theme park
• Vekoma Rides Parts & Services B.V. and Drone Over The Top LLC announce cooperation to advance safety-focused drone inspections for Theme Parks
  • Kings Dominion Rope Inspections
• Adorable Kangaroo Sneaks Its Ways Into a Lazy River at Australian Theme Park

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Side Friction - Episode 111 - "Fight or Flight"

January 10th, 2026

Bob, Greg and Ryan the Ride Mechanic take a quick visit to a few stories circulating in a short but fun episode.

• More weather … really?
• Six Flags Announces Decision Regarding Six Flags Over Texas Partnership Call Option
• Six Flags Over Texas Teases Improvements to Mr. Freeze & Runaway Mine Train
• Six Flags issues $1 billion junk bonds to refinance debt
• Disneyland Guest Gets Four Stitches After Getting Attacked by Line Cutter
• Lawsuit against SeaWorld tossed: Park not liable for woman's 'hit by duck' claims
• Six Flags dominates 10Best Awards with Five of 10 Attractions
  • 10 best new theme park attractions across the country
• Dollywood Visitors Are NOT Happy About The Theme Park's New QR Code Drink System: "No Way My Dolly Approved This"
• Roller Coaster Museum announces 2026 events calendar

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