A Lifetime of Themed Entertainment with Rick Rothschild

At the 2025 Themed Entertainment Awards Gala, the THEA’s, the Buzz Price Life Achievement Award Recognizing a Lifetime of Distinguished Achievements was awarded to Rick Rothschild. Our host Jessica Gardner was granted an impromptu sit-down with this legend who helped create memorable theme park attractions like Soarin’, The American Adventure, The Adventurers Club, Captain EO, Honey I Shrunk the Audience, and ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter. Hear about Rothschild’s storied career as a Walt Disney Imagineer and beyond.   2:30 - Meet Rick Rothschild and learn how he got his first job at Disney.   20:25 - Captain EO   26:57 - ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter   37:17 - Soarin’ and the FLY theatres   46:01 - Advice for working in the Themed Entertainment Industry Share your ideas and thoughts about this podcast via email: [email protected]. Did you know anyone can join ACE? Visit ridewithace.com to learn more about the non-profit organization American Coaster Enthusiasts.   Podcast Episode Team Host: Jessica Gardner Producers: Derek Perry and Doug Perry Editors: Bob Randolph Correspondent: Gerik Gooch Production Manager: Corey Wooten