Side Friction – Episode 142 – “Theme Park No. 1”

August 29th, 2026

Bob, Greg, Ryan the Ride Mechanic and Steph remember Dolly Parton who we unfortunately lost this week in a segment before moving into a normal format show which is kept very upbeat and entertaining.

• Remembering Dolly
  • Dolly Parton, Hardscrabble Storyteller Turned Global Entertainer, Dead at 80
  • ‘It’s sad to lose a really nice person’: mourners flock to Dollywood after death of Dolly Parton
  • A biopic, a coffee brand and dog treats among Dolly Parton’s business projects still to come
  • Quotes by Dolly Parton (Author of Run, Rose, Run)
  • Donate to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
• 2 women suffer life-threatening brain injuries after riding famous Six Flags coaster, report says
  • Magic Mountain Settles Wrongful Death Suit
• Six Flags to Relocate Corporate Headquarters to Arlington, Texas, Strengthening North American Operations
• Six Flags St. Louis officially rebrands to Mid America Adventure
• VAI Resort developer takes over Mattel Adventure Park
  • Another twist in the saga of Glendale’s Mattel theme park
• Hersheypark Addresses Backlash Over ‘Tactless’ Ticket Prices Post After Dolly Parton’s Death
• Saudi Arabia Goes Big on Dragon Ball Z. A $7 Billion Theme Park Deal Wil Be Built In France
• Kennywood parent company sued over alleged hidden online ticket fees
• Disneyland breaks ground on parking structure, transportation hub ahead of new attractions
• Lake Compounce welcomes new General Manager Daniel LLanas
• New filings in ‘Leap-the-Dips’ lawsuit ahead of pivotal hearing
• Vekoma Confirms Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Track Replacement Project

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