There are a number of Podcasts and YouTube Channels that offer resources and conversation around the Attractions Industry; in addition, there are several podcasts that we have chosen to post that speak to the human culture element of working in an organization of any size.
None of the podcasts listed below, even our flagship, are directly related to the Attractions Group. Each is recorded, produced, and are of the opinion of the individuals recording them (and their associated guests).
If you have a podcast or feel there is another that should be listed, please use the contact form to connect.
The Attractions Group Podcast
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Don Helbig is an experienced storyteller, award-winning communications pro with more than 40 years of involvement in the amusement and theme park industry. He also enjoyed a 20-year career in professional sports, serving as a media, public relations and communications director, broadcaster and VP.
Ryan Suhr is a marketing professional with 20 years of experience. He proudly served as the Media Director of the KICentral.com for 14 years, during which the site signed an exclusive content deal with a regional news media chain and was regularly featured nation-wide in print and digital media.
Don and Ryan have collaborated professionally countless times and this show will reminisce about the past events, analyze current industry trends, and make bold predictions for the future.
“Come Rain or Shine” – Dan Cockerell
Dan is the former Vice-President of the Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World, Florida. He attended Boston University, graduating in 1991, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. He earned his MBA in 2001 at the Crummer School of Business at Rollins College.
Upon graduation from Boston University in 1991, Dan moved to Florida and worked as a parking attendant at Disney’s Epcot Center. Subsequently, he joined the Disneyland Paris Management Trainee Program as part of the opening team and moved to France in 1992.
Creating and maintaining a magical culture in any organization takes dedication and commitment. Dan Cockerell, a 27 year Disney veteran and retired Vice President of the Magic Kingdom, and host Jody Maberry share stories and insight to help you build the mindset you need to build a strong organizational culture. Come Rain or Shine will equip any leader with the tools to influence the weather in your kingdom for years to come.
“Love Works” – Joel Manby
Prior to becoming an author, Joel was the President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director of SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment )SeaWorld Parks, Busch Gardens Parks and Discovery Cove).
For over a decade, he served as the CEO of Herschend Enterprises, the largest family-owned theme park and entertainment company in the United States with popular brands such as the Harlem Globetrotters and Dolly Parton’s Dollywood theme park and dinner theaters.
Before joining Herschend Enterprises, he spent 20 years in the auto industry in general management and marketing roles primarily in General Motors’ Saturn and Saab divisions. He served as CEO of Saab Automobile USA from 1996 to 2000, during which Saab experienced the best sales result in its 50+ year U.S. history. In addition, he was CEO of Amazon’s car selling partner, which was sold in 2001.
“The Aggressive Life” – Brian Tome
We live in a world where “aggressive” is one of the few dirty words left. Our culture celebrates the crass and profane, while risk and difficulty are a sign that something is wrong. Host Brian Tome believes that passivity is killing us and there is a better way—by embracing the power of healthy aggression.
Brian Tome is the founding and senior pastor of Crossroads Church, 2017’s fastest-growing church in America. Brian has authored four books including his best-seller, The Five Marks of a Man. He also hosts The Aggressive Life podcast. As an entrepreneur, Brian has opened several other non-profits and started Man Camp, a primitive weekend camping experience that has helped tens of thousands of men reclaim the code of manhood. An avid adventure motorcyclist, Brian rides tens of thousands of miles and camps more than 30 nights a year. Brian has also released an adventure ride TV show called Phantom Lake, available on Amazon Prime. He is married with three children and lives in Cincinnati, Ohio.
“Working Undivided” – Chuck Mingo
Companies that reported above-average diversity on their management teams also reported innovation revenue that was 19 percentage points higher than that of companies with below-average leadership diversity—45% of total revenue versus just 26%. (SOURCE: BCG 2018)
In 2014, during a spike of the racial tension in America, Chuck Mingo heard a calling to unite Cincinnati and beyond. The UNDIVIDED movement was born, and has since been reapplied in churches across the nation, internationally in South Africa, and even in prison ministries. In response to strong demand Chuck began speaking and consulting with corporations using the WorkingUNDIVIDED content to facilitate a change in how companies address racial tensions.
Chuck Mingo is a skillful communicator with a pastor’s heart and a collaborative mindset. Chuck is ready to help your company, leadership team, event attendees, or organization begin their journey toward racial solidarity today.
“We’re Talking Shift” – Loree Bischoff
Join her podcast where guests and Loree share their knowledge, insight, stories and skills to help you get unstuck and rise to your greatest potential. Their stories, teachings, and the lessons shared will energize and guide you to do the same in your own life!
You’ll hear how shifting and “going rogue” can help you discover new meaning and purpose, and become inspired to shift to the next level of your best self.
About Loree: “I’m like having a personal trainer for your life. I help my clients make their mental, emotional, and wellness muscles stronger and more fit so they can experience life in ways that feel great to them.”
Attraction Pros Podcast – Matt Heller & Joshua Liebman
The Attractions Industry is more than thrill rides and funnel cakes. As such, the AttractionPros podcast is built FOR attraction professionals, and hosted BY attraction professionals. In each episode Joshua Liebman from BackLooper and Matt Heller from Performance Optimist Consulting tackle topics facing attraction leaders today. Special guests, from specific facilities to manufactures, join in to offer their expertise based on years of experience in the industry.