This week on Behind the Thrills, we host a special late night edition leading up to the reveal of the details for Halloween Horror Nights 21. Joined by Mark and Jenn from Horror Night Nightmares, we chat about all the rumors and what we think what actually might be happening in the event. We reveal the details at 11:30pm of the houses via Universal and also receive a call from the "famous" HHN fan, Hal Geluk.

It's been almost a year since we've done a show, and we dearly apologize. We've been very busy over the last year, but we're back in full force now with weekly 30 minute segments. In Episode 96, we catch up with all the big things that have happened over the last 11 months.

This week we chat live with Patrice from The Santa Claw! The Santa Claw is a virtual claw machine that anyone can play from their computer. As Patrice chats with us, we learn a lot of neat information about the Claw and how they determine what players win, to how the idea of The Santa Claw was born.

This week Erik and Racheal are on location from opening night of Halloween Horror Nights XX: Twenty Years of Fear. Erik and Racheal get the chance to chat with several members of the Universal creative team on how they brought this year's event to life.

This week Erik and Racheal are on location at Sinister's VUDU Cinema where fans of art, Halloween, and Halloween Horror Nights gather for a pre-HHN party. We talk to many artists and even a previous member of a television show.

The second conference call for Halloween Horror Nights XX: Twenty Years of FEAR.

In honor of the Golden Tickets being announced last week, we have the honor of presenting the "Spook's Yo Momma Platinum Awards".

This week we sit down and chat with Keith Cardin from the International Confederation of Wizards, an organization set up to send two lucky Harry Potter fans who have never visited the Wizarding World to Universal Orlando. For more information about the International Confederation of Wizards, visit http://www.confederationofwizards.org/

We are chatting with TJ Mannarino about HHN 20

This week We are excited to welcome horror music masters Midnight Syndicate back to the show as we usher in the release of their first feature length movie "The Dead Matter"on DVD. We will also chat with one of the films stars and give you the chance to call in with your questions. Plus maybe we can get some HHNOrlando secrets

Last week Erik and Racheal took a trip to Virginia and visited Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Kings Dominion. While live shows were planned and scheduled, issues arose on both occasions. Now is the chance to catch Illuminights goodness at BGW and all the goodness going on at KD.

This week on Behind the Thrills, join Racheal and Erik as they chat about Harry Potter as it opens tomorrow at Universal's Islands of Adventure. Going on across the street in a few months will be Halloween Horror Nights. The HHN website changed over to a teaser page this past week. Racheal and Erik will also chat about florida annual passes and which are the best to have and which are the worst to have. Do you really get the best value for your pass or are you paying too much?

This week we finally get the chance to take our sneak peak at Universal's newest Wizarding World of Harry Potter. We review the attractions, the new area, and take your calls!

We talk about the craze that is Potterwatch and the way people are just frantically waiting for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter to open.

Episode 82 of Behind the Thrills

For anyone who tried to listen last night, we were cut short on our live segment of the show due to a scheduling error. Therefore, we have made the decision to re-run last night's show for those who attempted to listen live. We chat with Jeff Epstein and Geoff from WhiteWater West about waterslides and much, much more! Jeff even tells a funny story that's worth listening to (really if you're the ones who laugh at people that get wedgies on waterslides). We also talk Potter and the unattended bag at Disneyland in Anaheim California yesterday. More information on WhiteWater West can be found at www.whitewaterwest.com.

Join Racheal and Erik Behind the Thrills as they chat with Jeff Epstein from WhiteWater West, who creates attractions for waterparks. WhiteWater West recently revealed two new attractions, the MEGAtube and the Dueling Aqualoop.

This week on Behind the Thrills, join Racheal and Erik as they chat with Don Helbig from Kings Island about Planet Snoopy. Cedar Fair is embracing the Peanuts gang, but we're curious as to what has changed at Kings Island in order to bring Snoopy and his gang in.

This week we chat with Leonard from Haunt Con and Scott Swenson from Howl O Scream about next weekends Haunt Con coming to Orlando, and the behind the scenes tour that you can take during the con at Busch Gardens Tampa of two Howl O Scream Houses. Plus we'll talk all about the con, and perhaps we can drag something out about HOS this year.

This week on Behind the Thrills, we chat about our sneak preview of CoCo resort. While nothing was open, Erik and Preston got a great look at the inside of the resort. The Director for Sales and Marketing, Richard Jackson, will chat with us for the first portion of the show about CoCo Key.

This week on Behind The Thrills we give you a taste of the haunt season. We have Midnight Syndicate on live to take your calls, and talk about their 13th anniversary, the new movie, and perhaps a little haunt event in Orlando celebrating its 20th? Chat live or call in!

Episode 75 of Behind the Thrills

Join Erik and Racheal as they chat about surviving Spring Break! Spring Break has started and the parks are PACKED. Also, we'll be chatting about i305, which recently began testing this past week. We'll be talking about everything nerdy, including Harnesses to the fat water dummies.

Racheal and Erik discuss their top 5.. top 5 best, worst, you name it!

Join Erik and Racheal this week as they chat about the latest happenings in the amusement industry.

Join Racheal and Erik Behind the Thrills as they chat with Lauren from Busch Gardens about their upcoming 2010 attraction, Sesame Street Safari of Fun. We're getting much closer to their expected opening date, sometime in March.

Join Racheal (wait, didn't Racheal leave the show? Find out tonight) and Erik tonight on Behind the Thrills as they chat with Robb Alvey from Theme Park Review.

Join Racheal (wait, didn't Racheal leave the show? Find out tonight) and Erik tonight on Behind the Thrills as they chat with Robb Alvey from Theme Park Review.

Join Racheal (wait, didn't Racheal leave the show? Find out tonight) and Erik tonight on Behind the Thrills as they chat with Robb Alvey from Theme Park Review.

Episode 69 of Behind the Thrills

Join Racheal and Erik this week Behind the Thrills as they chat with Dani Swords from Carowinds about Intimidator. Intimidator recently had it's first train arrive.

Join Racheal and Erik as they chat with Robb Alvey from Theme Park Review about all the latest upcomings with TPR including West Coast Bash 2010.

Join Racheal and Erik this week on Behind the Thrills as we bring the LegoLand announcement from Merlin Entertainment to your computer.

Episode 65 of Behind the Thrills

This week on Behind the Thrills, Racheal and Erik look back on 2009. They look back at many aspects of the year, including top news stories in the theme park industry, as well as their favorite parks and events.

Episode 63 of Behind the Thrills

Racheal and Erik visit Disney and check out the many different decorations made out of food in the hotels and talk about each one on-loaction. They also conquer the ice cream sink with a few friends and check out Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. With the Christmas near, they celebrate Christmas Disney style this week with carols and music from the Disney characters and lots of on-location footage!

Brian visited Christmas Town last week. Brian was able to chat with the communications team of Busch Gardens Williamsburg. Erik also performs and will be America's Next Top Model.. with his voice. Racheal and Erik talk news.

Join Racheal and Erik this week as The Beast brings his friends to the dinner table with the family. Racheal and Erik also talk nerdy gifts, the muppets, and what they're thankful for.

This week on Behind the Thrills, join Racheal and Erik as they chat with Kathy from Hershey Park about Hershey's Candy Lane and the many other things Hershey Pennslyvania has to offer this time of year. Racheal and Erik also get the chance to chat with Noel, who checked out IAAPA for Behind the Thrills.

This week we actually have Kyle and Stacy who spent 67 days in Orlando doing all the things there is to do. We also start getting geared up for Christmas, and talk the latest news and rumors.

This week on Behind the Thrills, join Racheal and Erik as they chat live with Kyle and Stacey from 67 days of smiles! Kyle and Stacey visited different places in Orlando and couldn't go back and re-do anything! Tune in to hear their adventure!

Happy Halloween from Erik and Racheal at Behind the Thrills. Join Racheal and Erik for their 2009 halloween special.

This week Behind the Thrills, Racheal and Erik chat about icons used for Halloween Events at theme parks. They chat about parks that change their icon every year and how it ties into their event and parks that reuse the same icon every year.

This week on Behind the Thrills, join Racheal and Erik as they chat with Scott, the Vice President of the Entertainment Department of Busch Gardens Williamsburg about Howl-o-Scream. Racheal and Erik had the chance to visit Busch Gardens Williamsburg last weekend and will be chatting about their experiences in the park, and the Dine with Elmo experience as well. *Show is 30 mins tonight, thank you for your patience*

This week Behind the Thrills, Racheal and Erik will talk a bit about Universal's Halloween Horror Nights and Busch Gardens Tampa's Howl-o-Scream. Also, they will be bringing news and other random tid-bits of information to your computer.

It's our 50th episode!!!! The anticipation is building up so much, that it's gotta be killing all you haunt freaks! Just one more week and Haunt Season is upon us. To get us worked up into a frenzy we have Scott Swenson, Creative Director of Howl O Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa to tell us all about Ms. Vayne, and ten years of HOS! He'll also answer your calls and take your questions. Who knows what else Scott may have up his sleeve?

It's that special time of year again where Amusement Today releases their list of Golden Ticket "Winners". We talk about what we agree with, what you agree with and what is completely and totally wrong with the whole process. Plus news, special stuff, and more!

Join Racheal and Erik as we talk to Kelly Heckinger from Busch Gardens Tampa about everything they have going on for the rest of this year, and for 2010. We'll take your calls and questions for Kelly about anything including Howl O Scream, and yes Sesame Street! Make sure you check out our live chat 30 minutes before the show.Plus we announce our contest and how you can win tickets to your favorite park! Don't miss it!

The final episode of the Ripped from the Conference Call series for Halloween Horror Nights XIV.

The third conference call of the series for Halloween Horror Nights XIV.

The second conference call for Halloween Horror Nights XIV.

Join Racheal and Erik Behind the Thrills as they air an interview with the director of the SAW films and J Michael Roddy, himself.

Join Racheal and Erik Behind the Thrills on a special Monday night edition featuring Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. Racheal and Erik were given the chance to visit Universal, ride Rockit, and even go behind the scenes at Twister. Check out this special episode!

Kings Dominion made their 2010 announcement today. A Behind the Thrills representative was able to get all the news, information, and interviewed a few guests on location. Intimidator 305: King's Dominion's new attraction coming in April 2010.

Join Racheal and Erik as they celebrate the one year anniversary of Behind the Thrills.

This week we are going to broadcast live from Busch Gardens Europe...even more specifically, from in front of Big Bad Wolf. We want everyone to call in and show their love for the 25 yr old coaster. We also want to take this show and show the park that people love the coaster, that we care, and we dont want to see it gone. A peaceful protest if you will, where your voice is heard. We will then take this show and send it to BG as a sign that maybe they should rethink the decision. All in love of a legendary coaster.

Check out Behind the Thrills with Racheal and Erik as they play clips from past episodes of Behind the Thrills.

Join Racheal and Erik as they remember defunct attractions and theme parks.

Join Racheal and Erik Behind the Thrills as they bring the latest Halloween Horror Nights updates to you.

This week Behind the Thrills, join Racheal, Erik, and two special guests as they chat about Prescream 2009. Check out their website at http://www.prescream.com

Get ready to ride with Racheal and Erik this week as Independence Day is just a few days away. They'll be discussing all the events that theme parks have around this time of year, as well as fireworks in theme parks. All of this when you go Behind the Thrills.

Join Erik and Racheal this week Behind the Thrills live on Thursday at 8pm. as they discuss Thrill Parks and Theme Parks. What's the difference? That's simple! They'll talk about mediocre parks and well established parks and explain the difference of an Amusement Park and a Theme Park. They will also discuss the latest happenings in the Amusement Industry including some interesting stuff about Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit.

With the gang working hard, we pull another gem out of Erik's bag o shows. This week, IOACentral Radio's endless summer roadtrip from Discovery Cove.

Tune in for a special presentation brought to you by Behind the Thrills. This episode contains an interview with J. Michael Roddy and Michael Aiello.

Join Racheal and Erik Behind the Thrills as they discuss everything summer! Okay, maybe not everything, but everything theme park related from concerts to fireworks.

Join Racheal and Erik Behind the Thrills this week as they discuss the upcoming summer and give all theme park go-ers tips to get the best of their day in the parks.

Join Racheal and Erik behind the thrills this week as they talk about Manta's official opening tomorrow.

Join Racheal and Erik Behind the Thrills as they air an interview with Lauren from Seaworld about Manta. They will also be discussing their opinions on the 'mystery' B&M track located outside of the plant in Ohio, Free Style Music Park's new additions, and new things happening with Behind the Thrills. All this and more when you go Behind the Thrills. Get ready to ride!

Join Racheal and Erik as they discuss their trip to Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Kings Island.

Join Racheal and Erik as they discuss the latest happenings in the theme park industry.

Join Racheal and Erik this week as they discuss many of the things happening in the Amusement Industry.

This week on Behind the Thrills, join Racheal and Erik as they discuss their Universal/Seaworld trip last weekend. They will also be talking about one of the coolest things Universal and Disney have, but other parks don't seem to have. It's hidden, so you'll have to tune in and find out what it is. Don't forget to listen to Amusement Radio directly after the show for a one time only ending of the show.

This week on Behind the Thrills, join Racheal and Erik as they discuss Universal's Caribbean Cruises, The new theme to Universal's Halloween Horror Nights, and Hard Rock Park's changes to the park for this coming year. Don't forget their weekly segments, 'The Yates Factor', 'Coaster ObSession', and 'Stump Racheal and Erik'. 

This week on Behind the Thrills, join Racheal and Erik as they introduce a new segment to the show. Within the last week, a man was attacked in China (does not deal with theme parks, but you'll see how it relates). Erik and Racheal will be discussing D-23. Prepare for another Yates Factor this week! Don't forget last week, Behind the Thrills introduced 'Stump Racheal and Erik'. Listen in to see if you can stump them!

This week on Behind the Thrills, join Erik and Racheal as they talk about Diamondback, which began testing last week. This year, a 6th dive coaster (B&M) will be built, breaking Griffon's record of being the tallest dive coaster in the world. Also, the Dynamic Duo will be discussing Sesame Place at Busch Gardens Europe along with one of the projects in Dubai. All of this, only on Behind the Thrills.

This week on Behind the Thrills, join Erik and Racheal as they discuss the new things at Kings Island for the 2009 season. Universal Orlando has opened a new website, and Six Flags Magic Mountain may be getting a new coaster in 2010. As promised, Racheal and Erik present another edition of the guide to survival on how to survive this crappy economy. Only on Behind the Thrills.

Join Racheal and Erik this week Behind the Thrills as they discuss Mardi Gras at Universal Studios Florida as it's going into it's third weekend of operation. Also, join them for a special segment on the impact of the economical recession on the Amusement Industry. This will be a segment you don't want to miss! As always, don't forget to check us out at www.behindthethrills.com.

Join the dynamic this week as they chat with Stephen Clark from www.bttf.com about special edition Back to the Future movies! Racheal will be discussing her trip to Orlando last weekend. Hard Rock Park was bought this week and will be reopening this year. Listen in for more details, but don't forget Valentine's Day is this weekend with a special segment you don't want to miss.

Join Racheal as she unveils the "familiar" voice you've been hearing about. Joining us on this episode will be Don from Kings Island to talk about Diamond back as the track was finally completed on Monday, January 26.

Hidden episode of Behind the Thrills.

Join Racheal as she unveils her new co-hosts. Racheal and the new guy will be discussing their favorite movies including roller coasters, theme parks, horror, ect. Join them as they also talk about Manta, as Manta's track was completed earlier this week.

Well, it's obviously not a Wednesday. Racheal's bought some new equipment and has been testing it for a few days now, and now it's time to test it live. The Manta interview�will be replayed and Racheal will be making an announcement about Behind the Thrills as well.

Join Racheal, Erik, and a special guest from Dollywood Behind the Thrills this week as they discuss Christmas. They will possibly be discussing the Busch Gardens Europe announcement that took place December 4th. Racheal will be making some big changes to the show and the future of the website.

Join Racheal and Erik this week on this sweet and short episode of Behind the Thrills as they discuss water effects being turned off at Universal.. oh yeah, and technical difficulties! Unfortunately due to the technical difficulties, Pete Owens will be joining us next week.

This week on Behind the Thrills, join Racheal and Erik, and a special guest from Kings Island as they talk about their new 2009 coaster, Diamondback. Cari will also be joining them to discuss the close of IAAPA this past week. With the busy holiday season approaching, Racheal will be bringing Edition two of Racheal's Guide to Survival to your computer. Don't forget this will be a special Thanksgiving edition of Behind the Thrills.

This week Behind the Thrills, join Racheal and Erik for an on-scene interview at Manta's Hard Hat tour. Behind the Thrills will also have a special guest joining them to discuss Busch Gardens Tampa's Nightime Safari. With IAAPA currently going on this week, they'll be talking a little bit about it (and they will possibly have a caller live from IAAPA!). Cypress Gardens closed this past week, and Hard Rock Park will be going up for auction soon - or it won't open! Join the dynamic duo for a jam-packed episode of Behind the Thrills.

Join Racheal and Erik this week as the off-season is now in full swing. Erik will be discussing his amazing trip to Universal last week. With IAAPA right around the corner, they will be discussing how missing IAAPA is going to suck and their hopes of a B&M annoucement. Finally, they'll be discussing the progress of Manta's construction. Racheal will also be making an exclusive announcement about a website update. Listen in for details, or visit us online at www.behindthethrills.com to see what's new!

Join us this week as Racheal talks about her trip to Kings Dominion and how to cope with the off season! Racheal and Erik will also be discussing the outcome of the 2008 presidential election and their thoughts on both candidates.

This week on Behind the Thrills, Racheal and Erik discuss horror as Halloween is just a few days away. Racheal will also be discussing her trip last week to Busch Gardens Africa, Halloween Horror Nights, and Seaworld.