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The Death of Action Park
1:26:46 - 1:33:44 (06:57)
Joe Hesson, a former employee of the infamous Action Park that operated in New Jersey during the 1980s and 1990s, bought controlling shares and went on to become a successful businessman. This marks the slow and gradual end of the notorious amusement park.
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The numerous deaths and lawsuits associated with Action Park eventually led to a decline in attendance in the mid 90s, despite settling out of court for certain incidents.
1:26:46 - 1:29:05 (02:19)
Summary
The numerous deaths and lawsuits associated with Action Park eventually led to a decline in attendance in the mid 90s, despite settling out of court for certain incidents.
ChapterThe Death of Action Park
EpisodeThe Libertarian Theme Park of your Dreams/Nightmares
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Andy revives the Action Park name, adds more action-packed attractions and announces plans for an updated version of the infamous cannonball loop.
1:29:05 - 1:31:27 (02:22)
Summary
Andy revives the Action Park name, adds more action-packed attractions and announces plans for an updated version of the infamous cannonball loop. However, the park eventually becomes a generic small town ski resort, golf course, and water park after a former Action Park employee buys controlling shares.
ChapterThe Death of Action Park
EpisodeThe Libertarian Theme Park of your Dreams/Nightmares
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Action Park was a New Jersey amusement park infamous for its dangerous rides and lack of safety regulations in the 1980s.
1:31:27 - 1:32:56 (01:29)
Summary
Action Park was a New Jersey amusement park infamous for its dangerous rides and lack of safety regulations in the 1980s. It was a mix of Ayn Rand and Lord of the Flies, and alcohol was readily available for free.
ChapterThe Death of Action Park
EpisodeThe Libertarian Theme Park of your Dreams/Nightmares
PodcastBehind the Bastards
In this episode, the hosts discuss the origin story of Cap'n Crunch cereal and the man who created it, whose life is shrouded in mystery and controversy.
1:32:59 - 1:33:44 (00:45)
Summary
In this episode, the hosts discuss the origin story of Cap'n Crunch cereal and the man who created it, whose life is shrouded in mystery and controversy.