New ride vehicles revealed at IAAPA Expo, Nate Bargatze theme park officially in development, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 11/24/2025

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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:

• 2026 Thea Awards recognize Monsters Unchained, Haunted Mansion Parlor, and more | List of honorees
• Nate Bargatze theme park ‘Nateland’ officially in development for Nashville
• International Drive roller coaster planned from operator of canceled Skyplex ‘Polercoaster’
• ‘Top Gun’ rides, sing-along bar opening in Las Vegas in 2028 and possibly Orlando
• Mattel water parks announced with Barbie, Hot Wheels
• IAAPA Expo 2025: All  the ride vehicles revealed for new theme park attractions

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