The Official Holiday World Podcast

As it turns out, it's difficult to get four podcast hosts in a room at once the week of opening day, so we're re-releasing our episode from last year where we caught up with past performers, but with a few additions sprinkled in. Happy Opening Weekend! #HoWoPo Hosted by: Leah K. Semi-Regular: Sabrina J. Special Guests: Amanda E., Don B., and Past Performers Email us: podcast@holidayworld.com Leave...

You asked and we're still answering! Want to know how we develop new rides or themes for HoliWood Nights? It's all here! Plus: each member of the #PodSquad (including behind the scenes) answers why they love being part of the Holiday World Family. 💖💛💙 Recorded 3/30/2021 #HoWoPo Hosted by: Matt E., Lauren C., and Leah K. Semi-Regulars: Sabrina J. & Matt B. Special Guests: Nell H. 00:00 - Intro a...

Get ready for the new menu items for the 2021 Season! F&B Director, Lexi, takes us on a journey from fish tacos to festive floats and funnel cakes! It's time to talk 75 years of delicious. Recorded 3/30/2021 #HoWoPo Hosted by: Matt E., Lauren C., and Leah K. Semi-Regulars: Sabrina J. & Matt B. Special Guests: Lexi H. & Nell H. 00:00 - Intro and Welcome 04:04 - All Things Food 39:18 - Upcoming Holi...

Feedback gets downright batty. A pleasant surprise guest talks TikTok. After, the rest of us talk less-than-welcome guests with wings. Recorded 3/30/2021 #HoWoPo Hosted by: Matt E., Lauren C., and Leah K. Semi-Regulars: Sabrina J. & Matt B. Special Guest: Nell H. 00:00 - Intro and Welcome 02:23 - HoWo to The Max 21:52 - Feedback 39:11 - That's One Batty Holiday Email us: podcast@holidayworld.com L...

You asked questions and we answered until we ran out of time! (We promise to answer more soon!) Join for some 50s/60s Santa Claus Land history with more questions than answers and - of course - holidays. Recorded 3/16/2021 #HoWoPo Hosted by: Matt E., Lauren C., and Leah K. Semi-Regulars: Sabrina J. & Matt B. Special Guest: Nell H. 00:00 - Intro and Welcome 02:50 - WIRED 05:13 - Diving Deeper 22:36...

In observance of Procrastination Week, we're releasing a few days late. Join the #PodSquad for another round of feedback, holidays, and... the Lollipop Guild? Recorded 1/29/2021 #HoWoPo Hosted by: Matt E., Lauren C., and Leah K. Semi-Regulars: Sabrina J. & Matt B. 00:00 - Intro and Welcome 00:39 - Hot Topic 15:20 - Holidays Email us: podcast@holidayworld.com Leave a voicemail: Phone (812)-937-4401...

America's First theme park: which one is it? We set out to prove once and for all that the title was ours, and got lost along the way. TL:DR (or didn't listen) We're both kind of right. Recorded 1/29/2021 #HoWoPo Hosted by: Matt E., Lauren C., and Leah K. Semi-Regulars: Sabrina J. & Matt B. 00:00 - Intro and Welcome 06:48 - Hot Topic 24:07 - Holidays Email us: podcast@holidayworld.com Leave a voic...

Holiday World goes from 100 employees in the winter to 2,000 in the summer. Vanessa from HR joins us as we dive deep into what it takes to hire and bring out the best in our Team Members. Recorded 1/29/2021 #HoWoPo Hosted by: Matt E., Lauren C., and Leah K. Semi-Regulars: Sabrina J. & Matt B. Special Guest: Vanessa B. 00:00 - Intro and Welcome 03:13 - All Onboard! 24:45 - Holidays Email us: podcas...

Only the strong survived this day of recording back in 2020, so Josh and Sabrina join for a round of 2020 feedback complete with strong declarations from Leah that nobody asked for. Of course, we also cover holidays. Last one! We recorded five episodes in one day because we had a long well-deserved Christmas break (boy did we earn it) on the way and we wanted to make things easy for Stephen. We'll...

Nell (Santa Claus Museum & Village) joins again to share with us about the history of the town of Santa Claus and Santa Claus Land. We learn about the original village, the origins of the "Freedom Train," and some special stories Nell has heard at the museum. Also, Davica? There's only one episode left recorded last year. Bear with us. The beginning of the year tends to be hectic. Recorded 11/6/20...

HGTV is coming to town! Or is in town! Or was... Darnit! Executive Producer Ming and Santa Claus Museum & Village Director Nell join as our special guests as we talk the spirit of Christmas, two worthy families getting a home renovation, and a special celebration for the town of Santa Claus. We recorded this plus four more episodes in one day, completely out of order. This is 3/5 but we don't even...

Once upon a time in 2020, Leah posted our Made to Thrill Collection online and immediately regretted it. EVERYONE asked for a chance to purchase the items online. We're finally delivering. Matt B. joins the group as we discuss the return of the HoliShop! (Cue the airhorns). Join for a preview of the theme for HoliWood Nights 2021 and our 2021 wooden coaster project. We recorded this plus four more...

WE KNEW KELSIE WATTS FROM "THE VOICE" BEFORE SHE WAS FAMOUS. Lori (AKA "Mom" to Lauren and Leah) joins along with Sandi from entertainment to discuss how we follow and support our Holiday World Entertainment Alumni. From the icebreaker alone, we're adding two sections each with their own theater, and things escalate from there. We recorded this plus four more episodes in one day, completely out of...

The ladies take over this round of feedback as F&B Director Lexi joins Lauren and Sabrina. We talk Thanksgiving To-Go, Dancing in September, and holidays. Hilarity ensues. Recorded 10/2/2020 #HoWoPo Hosted by: Lauren C & Leah K. Special Guests: Sabrina J. & Lexi H. Email us: podcast@holidayworld.com Leave a voicemail: Phone (812)-937-4401 Ext. 8081 Reach out on social media: @holidayworld using #H...

Turning our attention to next season, we're turning 75! Director of Marketing, Ashley, and Creative Manager, Stephen, join the #PodSquad to give us a sneak peek at what to expect from the look and feel of our anniversary season. Lexi, Director of Food & Beverage, also talks turkey! And, we have to squeeze in some holidays. Recorded 10/2/2020 #HoWoPo Hosted by: Matt E, Lauren C, and Leah K. Special...

Finally, Matt and Lauren rejoin the podcast! The #PodSquad (plus friends from Communications and Entertainment) dive deep into Kitty's Digital HoliWeen, cake decorating, and so much more. Recorded 10/2/2020 #HoWoPo Hosted by: Matt E, Lauren C, and Leah K. Special Guests: Sabrina J, Josh M, and Amanda E. Email us: podcast@holidayworld.com Leave a voicemail: Phone (812)-937-4401 Ext. 8081 Reach out...

This week the Attractions team joins us again for some feedback and more talk of HoliWood kNights. Because let's face it, that was the most exciting thing to happen to us this year. Recorded 9/4/2020 #HoWoPo Hosted by: Leah K Special Guests: Matt B, Sabrina J, Lori C, Adam W, and Alan S Email us: podcast@holidayworld.com Leave a voicemail: Phone (812)-937-4401 Ext. 8081 Reach out on social media:...

The entire full-time Attractions team joins the #PodSquad to recap HoliWood kNights 2020 and give some extra behind-the-scenes details. Dive into some holidays and beware of Glitter Squirrels along the way! Recorded 9/4/2020 #HoWoPo Hosted by: Leah K Special Guests: Matt B, Sabrina J, Lori C, Adam W, and Alan S Email us: podcast@holidayworld.com Leave a voicemail: Phone (812)-937-4401 Ext. 8081 Re...

2020 wasn't all bad… just mostly. Join our highly unusual #Podsquad again this week as we look on the bright side of life and discuss a comprehensive list of things our 2020 season allowed us to learn and do. Recorded 7/30/2020 #HoWoPo Hosted by: Leah K Special Guests: Matt B, David N, Sabrina J, and William K Email us: podcast@holidayworld.com Leave a voicemail: Phone (812)-937-4401 Ext. 8081 Rea...

Hear, ye! Hear, ye! Leah and her loyal subjects, er, Round Table of guests talk all things HoliWood kNights! 'Whee' also check in with Pamela & Steve from Give Kids the World as we gear up for Coasting with Kids. Recorded 7/30/2020 #HoWoPo Hosted by: Leah K Special Guests: Matt B, David N, Amanda E, and William K - also Pamela L. & Steve A. from Give Kids the World 00:00 - Welcome the #PodSquad 06...

The #PodSquad returns - socially distanced, of course - with an episode full of feedback, holidays, and yes, a new game! Special guests abound in this one! Recorded 7/30/2020 #HoWoPo Hosted by: Leah K Special Guests: Matt B, David N, Sabrina J, and William K 00:00 – Welcome the #PodSquad 01:06 - Diving Right In 01:58 - I Guess I Should Mention 27:27 - Upcoming Holidays 34:44 - Reverse Heads Up? Em...

The #HoWoPo Gang is a little busy doing important things—except Leah! Leah steps in for some quick feedback, and live [on "tape"] interviews with Marcus Leshock, Chad Benefield, and Barb Birgy from the Cheetah Chase station on media day to get feedback on some of the first official rides. Recorded 7/10/2020 #HoWoPo Hosted by: Leah Special Guests: Marcus L., Chad B., and Barb B. 00:00 – Welcome the...

View this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/IN2orQ0GEfY Unofficial #PodSquad members, Chad Benefield and Matt B. return to talk about the new inLine Reservation System. We also celebrate the rescheduling of HoliWood kNights and discuss some interesting culinary choices. Recorded 5/29/2020 #HoWoPo If you're looking for more information on how the park will be affected by COVID-19, please visit H...

Chad Benefield catches back up with the PodSquad as the park ramps up to open for 2020. Matt B tags along and talks about some of the changes we're implementing to keep our guests safe and having fun! Recorded 5/29/2020 #HoWoPo If you're looking for more information on how the park will be affected by COVID-19, please visit HolidayWorld.com/Covid-19 . Hosted by: Matt, Lauren, and Leah Special Gues...

Chad Benefield (Cheetah Chase announcement emcee and radio personality) joins us for some feedback and Digital Communications Strategist (and provider of holidays for our episodes for years) Josh comes and brings the holidays. And we all try the new game again. Recorded 3/6/2020 #HoWoPo If you're looking for more information on how the park will be affected by COVID-19, please visit HolidayWorld.c...