Experience Imagination: A Themed Entertainment Podcast
Welcome to 'Experience Imagination', a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group. On this show, artists, engineers, filmmakers, and other creative professionals from in and around our design studio come together to tackle a new discussion topic every episode. When it comes to the latest trends, theories, and technologies, we’re diving into the deep end of the pool to shine a light on the modern revolution of themed attractions and entertainment experiences.
Episodes
🎧 Our latest podcast episode is ALL about the engineering side of entertainment! Every unforgettable themed experience starts with brilliant behind-the-scenes problem solving. Great engineers turn ideas into reality. Hear it firsthand from our Falcon’s Attractions team! 🎢
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Season 8 of Experience Imagination is here, and our first episode focuses on the importance of diversity when designing successful themed experiences. Join Audrey as she leads the conversation with influential women in the themed entertainment industry and what they've learned through their careers. It's an honor to welcome special guest Jenefer Brown, EVP and Head of Global Products & Experiences at Lionsgate, whom we had the plea...
🚨 Check out our all-new 25th Anniversary podcast episode! 🎙️✨ This episode features behind-the-scenes stories from our team over the years, showcasing what it was like to start and build a successful themed entertainment design company.
🎧 Listen on all major podcast platforms and watch our director's cut video version on our YouTube!
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We're kicking off the year with theme park LEGEND Bob Ward, in an all-new episode of Experience Imagination! With an illustrious 50-year career, including co-founding Universal Creative and earning the THEA Lifetime Achievement Award, Bob has shaped some of the most iconic destinations and attractions worldwide. 🌍🎢
Joining the conversation is Falcon's very own visionary founder, Cecil Magpuri, as they dive into Bob’s incredible j...
What’s it like attending the premier event of the attractions industry?🎢🤔🎡 Well you're in luck! We're taking you with us to the IAAPA Expo in our latest podcast episode! Check out our insightful show floor discussions with Una de Boer of Whitewater, Benett Hays of CoasterDolphin, Shane Joseph and Eric Wooley of Coaster101, Brian Kirkwood of Briantreks, and Kim Murray from Virality Boost.
Lights, camera, action!🎬✨ Check out our IAAPA Expo press event, "Late Night With Experience Imagination", where we announced our plans to become the exclusive worldwide provider of OES (Oceaneering Entertainment Systems) products and services!
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"Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio and media house that works ...
We have another theme park titan in the house! Bob Weis, former President of Walt Disney Imagineering joins us for our all-new podcast episode—out now! Give a listen to "Behind the Curtain with Bob Weis" for an insightful chat between him and our CEO Cecil D. Magpuri.
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"Experience Imagination" is a Themed Entertainment Podcast presented by Falcon's Creative Group, a design studio an...
We are excited to bring you another episode dedicated to answering student questions! This time, we’re thrilled to feature students from Ringling College of Art & Design’s Entertainment Design program. Jamie DeRuyter, the program’s department head, helped us gather questions that several of our Falcon’s answered.
Whether you’re interested in theme parks, exhibitions, or immersive experiences, the advice from our team will provide v...
Uncover the emotional psychology that makes attractions so thrilling and captivating in our all-new podcast episode. 🎢✨ Discover how sensory engagement, emotional triggers, and immersive storytelling create unforgettable experiences that keep guests coming back for more.
🎙️🎧Tune in for an insightful discussion with former President of Universal Creative Mike Hightower and our CEO Cecil D. Magpuri on the psychology that drives wo...
We're serving up something delicious for this month's podcast episode! 🍽️ Listen to "The Scoop on Themed Dining" to enter the world of immersive dining experiences and explore how the lines between restaurants and themed entertainment are blurring like never before. Whether you’re a foodie, a theme park fan, or just curious about the latest trends in the experience economy, this episode is a must-listen! 🍴✨
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This new episode is all about ✨FANDOM!✨ We are joined by three experts in the field, to talk through the impact and importance of fandom in themed entertainment. Our special guests are Jeff Gomez, co-founder and CEO of Starlight Runner Entertainment, and Gary Pope, co-founder of Kids Industries, joined by our EVP of Creative Development Eric Calderon. Give it a listen!
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Ever wonder how your favorite animated characters come to life? Check out this podcast episode to learn all about the character animation process with our Falcon's team! This month we are having a conversation with two of our talented animators, John Tamoria and Alexis Lariscy, as well as our Creative Director Patrick Finley.
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🎙️💥Get ready to be sparked with our all new podcast episode, "Sparking Creativity"! In this episode, we're talking through ways to keep the creative spark going, with helpful tips from various creative designers in the themed entertainment design industry.✍️
Tune in now and get inspired to unleash your creative potential, and to learn new ways to overcome creative blocks. Listen on your favorite podcast platform. 🎧
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Find out what it takes to design a revolutionary, story-driven, eco-friendly, themed entertainment experience like Qiddiya’s landmark water theme park, currently under construction near Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The water theme park will be a marquee attraction in Qiddiya City, a massive entertainment, cultural, and resid...
Dive into the world of themed entertainment education on our latest #podcast episode! 🎓🎙️ We're thrilled to welcome distinguished university program leaders in themed entertainment, as well as current students and alumni to lead today's discussion. We have ...
Step into the world of theme park influencers with our new podcast episode, "Influencing the Theme Park Community," with special guests Cole Brown from Park Pros and Ryan Williams from Parkineer! Tune in to hear all about their adventures as theme park content creators. From capturing the pulse-pounding excitement of thrill rides to giving the inside scoop on theme parks and attractions, their content shares top tips to help you ma...
New year, new season, new TRENDS! 🎧🎙️ We're dropping our first episode of 2024 with a prediction - you'll want to tune in to hear all about what's hot on the horizon for themed entertainment. Industry experts IAAPA President & CEO Jakob Wahl, Business Development Director Ella Baskerville, and Coaster 101 host Shane Joseph join us to discuss "Trends to Watch for in 2024".
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The IAAPA Expo has a reputation as "the expo of fun," with all of its thrilling rides and delicious treats to try out. This year, we interviewed several themed entertainment superstars directly on the show floor. Listen to an all-new podcast episode of #ExperienceImagination to get to know some of the industry's biggest names including Sally Dark Rides, Christie Digital, ProSlide Technology, Zamperla, Electrosonic, and Mack Rides.
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This episode of #ExperienceImagination is all about the TEA (Themed Entertainment Association) and the work they do to represent the world’s leading creators, developers, designers, and producers in the themed entertainment industry. TEA International Board M...
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