Amusement Sparks

04/08/2023

This episode, Andrew got to interview Stefan Formentano, originator of the amazing New Hashima Collab! With over 80 contributors, from 7 countries, this enormous LEGO build is truly a spectacular example of Cyberpunk!

http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2023/08/02/new-hashima-cyberpunk-collaborative-lego-build/

11/05/2023

Penny has been a pioneer for women in the gaming space for decades, having worked professionally at TSR and Wizards of the Coast. She’s also a lifelong educator AND the direct inspiration for a Marvel Comics Character! In this episode we explore her fascinating entrance into gaming and her continuing legacy!
http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2023/05/11/giantlands-introducing-penny-williams/

01/08/2022

We're back! Get ready for one of our weirdest episodes yet--Road Trip: Deconstructed Theme Park, featuring the one and only 😁😎🤩

30/12/2021

Yay! Alan Denton returns to the show to create a truly next-level theme park. On this episode, we question the ethics of W***y Wonka’s tour, design a Haunted House that uses The Clapper for lighting, and ask “What does Scrub Daddy’s body look like?” http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2021/12/29/infomercials-theme-park/

30/12/2021

11/10/2021

The Saga Theme Park is here! John and Noah from the Horns & Wings Podcast join the show to turn one of the best comic series of all time into a terrifying theme park! http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2021/10/11/saga-theme-park/

20/09/2021

Buddy Duquesne from Those Happy Places returns to the show to focus on Themed Restaurants, Bars, & Cafes!

This episode is a spotlight on the impact a little bit of magic can have.

Enjoy 😁

http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2021/09/20/themed-restaurants-bars-cafes/

30/08/2021

Sam Wright from SamVersusSam returns to the show to design a PS4 theme park!

http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2021/08/30/playstation-4/

Check out Sam's YouTube Channel 😍 https://www.youtube.com/samversussam

09/08/2021

Peter from The Test Reel returns to the show after over 4 years! Together we brainstorm an immersive theme park around one of Marvel’s most vibrant franchises.

http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2021/08/09/x-men-theme-park/

12/07/2021

Nate Murray from The Get a Little Weird Podcast joins the show! We’re both big time fans of Adventure Time and brainstorming an Adventure Time Theme Park was a blast.
http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2021/07/12/adventure-time-theme-park/

22/06/2021

Nathan K returns to the podcast to design a theme park based on the underworld! It's a heck of a good time. http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2021/06/22/underworld-land/

24/05/2021

If you’re into Japan, pop culture, or the power of products, you should read Pure Invention! This episode is a discussion with Matt Alt that covers those topics and more.



Check out Pure Invention at your favorite local book store!

Here's the interview:
http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2021/05/24/interview-with-matt-alt-author-of-pure-invention-how-japans-pop-culture-conquered-the-world/

10/05/2021

nic robes returns to the show to celebrate and discuss merch!

http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2021/05/10/the-merchandise-episode/

19/04/2021

Ben from The Cartoncast, The Watchtower, and The Lost Omens Podcast returns to the show! On this episode, we brainstormed a theme park around the immersive fantasy RPG series, Dragon Age. Recorded live at RPG Alliance Con 2020.

http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2021/04/19/dragon-age-theme-park/

12/04/2021

Acclaimed fantasy painter Larry Elmore is here! In this interview, Larry shares his experiences, perspective, and insights into his career.

http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2021/04/12/giantlands-introducing-larry-elmore/

29/03/2021

Alice White and Buddy Duquesne from Those Happy Places join to design a theme park for Atlantis: The Lost Empire and Treasure Planet!

http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2021/03/29/atlantis-and-treasure-planet/

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08/03/2021

Sam Wright returns to the program to brainstorm a WWE theme park!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClpL-uTBXNW6JWf-VcJSYVw

http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2021/03/08/wwe-theme-park/

01/03/2021

Black Lives Matter
Donate here: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ms_blm_homepage_2019

Alternatively, all proceeds from Amusement Sparks merchandise from March thru the end of May are going to Black Lives Matter. See the store here:
https://society6.com/spohntaneous

15/02/2021

Victoria Jeon brings the amazing MMORPG, Final Fantasy XIV to Amusement Sparks!
http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2021/02/15/final-fantasy-xiv-theme-park/

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01/02/2021

It's Black History Month! Take action!

There are so many things that you can do right now to make a difference--pick one!

"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere."
- Martin Luther King Jr.

Donate:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://nymag.com/strategist/article/where-to-donate-for-black-lives-matter.html
https://www.naacpldf.org/

"Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today."
- Malcom X

Learn:
https://www.africanamericanhistorymonth.gov/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/African-American_history
https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/history/african-american-heroes/
https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/science/black-inventors-and-pioneers-of-science/

Direct donations to the causes above are the preferred option, but all proceeds from our store are going to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund.

25/01/2021

Over the Garden Wall gets the Amusement Sparks treatment! Shout out to Justine and Larisa from Starship Therapise for all the design work and excellent conversation. Check out their podcast and book coming out in May!

http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2021/01/25/over-the-garden-wall/

Over the Garden Wall January 25, 2021Cartoon Theme Parks, Comic Book Theme Park, Spooky Theme Parksandrewtspohn Over the Garden Wall gets the Amusement Sparks treatment! Shout out to Justine and Larissa from for all the design work and excellent conversation. Check out their podc...

04/01/2021

Maddie joins to design an Ace Attorney Theme Park! The Law has never been so fun!!

http://amusementsparks.blubrry.com/2021/01/04/ace-attorney-theme-park/

Follow Maddie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/othatsraspberry

28/12/2020

One more week til our next episode, featuring the incredible ! Check out her twitter here: https://twitter.com/othatsraspberry