Kings Island: Spring into Summer with Chad Showalter

With Kings Island now open for the 2024 season, it’s a great time for Bob Randolph to check in with Chad Showalter, Director of Communications at Kings Island. Their discussion covers the topics enthusiasts want to know about – everything from Chad’s history with the park to Snoopy’s Soap Box Racers, updated theming and the future of the Vortex plot of land inside the park.   In this Episode: [01:39] Get to know Chad Showalter [06:58] What keeps Chad busy during the “offseason”? [08:56] Where do the “big decisions” happen? [10:17] Chad’s favorite place to eat in the park. [12:01] Chad’s favorite ride in the park [14:27] Updates on Planet Snoopy/Camp Snoopy [18:05] Why did some rides get renames? [19:55] ACE Spring Conference [23:48] What’s coming up at the park? [26:17] What’s going into the old Vortex plot of land? [28:34] What to expect this season  Learn more about Kings Island and the upcoming season at visitkingsisland.com   Share your ideas and thoughts about this podcast via email: [email protected]. Visit ridewithace.com to learn more about the non-profit organization American Coaster Enthusiasts.   Join the team of ACE volunteers. Volunteering offers different ways to share your talents by: Having an impact on the future of ACE Providing opportunities for rewarding experiences Developing friendships in a small group Learning new skills or sharing your talents with ACE Podcast Volunteer Team  Host: Jessica Gardner Producer: Derek Perry Editor: Bob Randolph Show Notes: Liz Tan Production Manager: Corey Wooten Correspondents: Doug Perry, Bryant Yeager, John Davidson and Bob Randolph