s5, e033- Matt Miller fills In. Here comes Enchanted Parks. Challenge: Know your IAAPA Acronyms

With Clete away in Chicago, David is in the studio and is joined by special Guest Host: Matt Miller of Innovated Studios. Known across the industry as "America's Theme Park Technologist," Matt joins David to peel back the curtain on how technology is reshaping the guest experience. In This Episode: The Origins of a Technologist: We dive into Matt’s unique career path and how he earned the title of America's Theme Park Technologist. The Big Sale: Now that the deal is officially closed, David and Matt break down the acquisition of six Six Flags properties by Enchanted Parks. The "Matt Miller" Blueprint: We ask the big question: If Matt were in charge of these six newly acquired parks, what would be his first move? New Segment Alert! David surprises Matt with a brand-new challenge. The attractions industry is famous for its "alphabet soup," and we’re putting Matt to the test in our inaugural segment: "Know Your IAAPA Acronyms." "Dumb Games = Dumb Prizes": Guests are at it again.   Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction: David in the Studio 2:15 - America's Theme Park Technologist: Defining the Role 15:40 - The Enchanted Parks & Six Flags Deal 28:10 - If Matt Miller Ran the Parks... 40:25 - NEW SEGMENT: Know Your IAAPA Acronyms 55:00 - Closing Thoughts and Where to Find Matt   Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the Bell for weekly attractions industry news!   Matt Miller: Website: https://www.themeparkmiller.com/ LinkedIn:  www.linkedin./ matthew-miller-theme-parks   Innovated Studios: https://innovatedstudios.com/ the Attractions Group: Website: https://theattractionsgroup.com Facebook: / theattractionsgroup Instagram: @theattractionsgroup X (Twitter): https://x.com/attractions_grp LinkedIn: / attractions-group Attractions Network: /12649603   #ThemeParks #AttractionsIndustry #IAAPA #SixFlags #EnchantedParks #ThemeParkTechnology #Podcast #TheAttractionsGroup #InnovatedStudios   Meta Description: Join David Detling and Matt Miller of Innovated Studios as they discuss the Enchanted Parks acquisition of Six Flags properties, themed entertainment technology, and the new "Know Your IAAPA Acronyms" challenge.