This episode, we tackle a deep dive on a very important but often overlooked aspect of theme parks...entrances and entry plazas! What makes a good park entrance—due to theming, ride interactions, or something else—or what parks are lacking a great entry? Our listeners are in pretty close agreement on the standouts! Hear about Jenn's recent Florida trip based on more vibes than coasters, and find out about Allison's (misplaced) issues with Dorney Park.

Have Your Tickets Ready...Our Park Entrances Deep Dive is Now Open!

Happy New Year!! We decided to start the next year of Inverted Creative Podcast with a listener-centric, goals-focused episode. We discuss responses to 2026 coaster, park, and creative goals and resolutions, as well as bucket list coasters, parks, and general travel destinations. Make sure to come back for a another listen at the end of the year to see if Allison, Jenn, and all the listeners accomplished their goals for this year!  

Dream Big and Do Good! Listeners Share Their 2026 Goals and Resolutions

Bryant is BACK - he got redemption at Epic Universe, so we can finally dive into all our thoughts on this incredible new park! We go portal by portal to give all of our creative input on the park, as we've each experienced it. And some updates on Jenn's analog photography adventures! (Did you know her x-700 has been—oh nevermind you'll hear all about that)

SPOILERS!! If you have not been to Epic and don't want anything ruined, this may not be the episode for you. If you want to avoid spoilers on the two major rides:
1:01:15 - Monsters Unchained talk begins
1:18:30 - Battle at the Ministry talk begins

Happy New Year to all of our listeners! We can't wait to bring you more creative takes in 2026.

Ending the Year on an Epic Note! Epic Universe Deep Dive

Allison and Jenn bring a very different creative topic to the table this episode, taking a look at station design—how theming and efficiency can have an impact the ride experience. We examine what stations we like best, what some parks could do better, and differences in design choices between Europe and the US. We also talk recent quick trop recaps and go over our Spoitify Wrapped stats for the podcast. IF you're listennig in—you contribute to these stats that we feel so proud of, and we appreciate the support!! 

How Does Station Design Impact the Ride Experience?

Immersive theme parks are about story — and Netherlands-based Instagrammer @booksandrollercoasters combines the physical stories with roller coasters! We chat about how she comes up with ideas for her photos, our favorite uses of story in theme parks, tons of Efteling things, and a lot about books and writing in our personal lives. We also announce a new "cohost" (aka Allison's new kitten), go through a couple trip recaps (that Jenn and Allison both forgot about), and battle some tech issues (of course).

Go follow her on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/booksandrollercoasters/
Allison's publishing company: https://www.instagram.com/fracturedmirrorpublishing/
And if you're interested in Allison's book: https://www.amazon.com/Pyrokinetic-Allison-Chernutan/dp/1735217190

Ft. @booksandrollercoasters - Reader, Writer, and Instagram Photography

Our friend Nate joins us once again since there’s a KI trip recap involved this week. We talk all things Kings Island, including what coaster we think would fit the lineup best, food options at the park, Haunt, music, and more—including lots of tangents of course. Also Jenn and Nate have thoughts about what is and is not a giga, and Jenn has recaps on her Orlando trip and Six Flags America’s last operating day.

Go follow Nate on things!
https://www.youtube.com/@Coaster_Focus
https://www.instagram.com/coaster_focus/

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https://www.youtube.com/@InvertedCreative

Kings Island Deep Dive!

This episode, we're once again joined by Allison's fiancé Mike (with the Mullet) to talk about merchandise at the parks. We asked listeners what they love to collect and what will most convince them to buy merchandise, and boy did you all have a lot to say! We also talk about some trip recaps, the new YouTube channel and Allison's vlogging, our own collections, and making fun of Mike for him saying he's "not a big merch person."

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Merchandise Deep Dive! What Do Enthusiasts Love to Buy at Parks?

This episode, we’re celebrating hitting the one year mark of the podcast! What have been the listeners’ favorite guests and episodes? What creative endeavors do we all have coming on the horizon? Who is taking a small step back from podcasting?? All of this and more in this announcement-packed episode!

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Coaster365: https://www.youtube.com/@coaster365, https://www.instagram.com/coaster_365/
Jenerally Analog: https://www.instagram.com/jenerally_analog/
Allison’s Publishing Company: https://www.instagram.com/fracturedmirrorpublishing/, https://www.fracturedmirrorpublishing.com/

One Year of the Inverted Creative Podcast!

This episode, we’re joined by Sara, whose only coaster knowledge comes from the 30 or so coasters she’s been on! What does a non-coaster enthusiast focus on when visiting the parks with enthusiast friends? Also, Jenn recaps some recent haunt visits and her park visits from her trip to the Netherlands, and Allison recaps short weekends at Holiday World, Beech Bend, and Cedar Point.

Make sure to check out Sara’s content! https://www.tiktok.com/@sargoesthere

What Do Non-Enthusiasts Notice Most at Parks?

This week it's just Allison and her good friend John Mike, who has grown up going to Holiday World, coming at you with another park deep dive! We talk about all the things we love about Holiday World, where it might be headed next, the marketing sensation that is Good Gravy!, the park's holiday theming, and more. Plus, a quick recap of Allison's trip to the Golden Ticket Awards at Carowinds!

Jungle Jike's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/junglejikes/

Holiday World Park Deep Dive!

The Inverted Creative Podcast is here to give you a deep dive into the creativity of theme parks and roller coasters. Join Allison, Bryant, and Jenn as they talk to all sorts of creative personalities in the amusement and hospitality industries - including park professionals, content creators, YouTubers, photographers, designers, and more.

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