[Minicast] Countdown to Coaster Con 45: Behind the Scenes at Carowinds

2023-05-11

Join us for a thrilling episode as our podcast project manager, Corey Wooten, broadcasts from his home park, Carowinds! He sits down with Carowinds' Director of Communications, Courtney Weber, and Brand Activation Manager, Chris, for an inside look at attractions, park planning, construction, and theming. But that's not all - we also have a special interview with Steve Jackson, Director of Maintenance and Construction, where we dive into the logistics of coaster construction and Carowinds' transition to year-round operations. This episode is packed with excitement, as we get the scoop on...

Join us for a thrilling episode as our podcast project manager, Corey Wooten, broadcasts from his home park, Carowinds!

He sits down with Carowinds' Director of Communications, Courtney Weber, and Brand Activation Manager, Chris, for an inside look at attractions, park planning, construction, and theming. But that's not all - we also have a special interview with Steve Jackson, Director of Maintenance and Construction, where we dive into the logistics of coaster construction and Carowinds' transition to year-round operations.

This episode is packed with excitement, as we get the scoop on what Coaster Con attendees can expect to experience at Carowinds.

Episode Timeline:

[03:15] Unveiling the greatness of Fury 325
[06:18] Answering common questions
[08:39] Food offerings (and funnel cake!)
[15:30] Steve Jackson joins the chat
[17:10] The logistics of coaster construction
[20:02] Carowinds' transition to year-round operations
[23:44] What Coaster Con attendees should experience at Carowinds (everything!)

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