Green Tagged Episodes
June 22, 2023
LIVE from Midwest Haunters Convention 2023
We're in Chicago for the Midwest Haunters Convention, recapping learnings from the weekend. We're also looking at the upcoming Halloween announcements from Disneyland, Ocean Park in Hong Kong, and Knott's Scary Farm.
May 3, 2023
Add Killer Food & Beverage to Your Haunt
Adding Killer Food & Beverage to your haunt is a great way to boost revenue, and these Bar & Restaurant Expo trends will get you started. Subscribe to future episodes of Green Tagged https://greentaggedshow.com/.
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
April 20, 2023
Signals from IAAPA: Safety and Sustainability
Sustainability, Safety, and Staffing- these areas continue to be challenging in the attractions industry. We don't have answers yet, but IAAPA plans to ask questions. We'll discuss what it might mean for the industry and whether politics has anything...
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
April 11, 2023
DeSantis VS Disney: The Saga Continues
Everything you need to know about the Disney VS DeSantis debacle involving the new Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. We're moving Green Tagged to a standalone feed; if you want to subscribe, visit https://greentaggedshow.com/ or...
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
April 4, 2023
2023: The Year of Year-Round Horror Experiences?
Theme parks nationwide have announced expanded Halloween schedules; meanwhile, more horror experiences are opening up in the off-season. Will 2023 be the Year of Year-round horror? In this episode, we look at the Creepiest Trends for 2023. Support for...
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
March 28, 2023
SPECIAL: Exploring Authentic Reality at the IAAPA North American Trade Summit
We recap the major takeaways from the First Annual IAAPA North American Trade Summit, specifically, the central theme of Authentic Reality. The IAAPA Trade Summits have replaced the former Leadership Summits, and each region will host a local trade...
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
Nov. 29, 2022
The Return of Bob Iger
We discuss the return of Bob Iger as CEO of the Walt Disney Company.
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
Nov. 15, 2022
Preparing for IAAPA Expo 2022
Scott and Philip outline their plan for the annual IAAPA expo in Orlando.
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
Nov. 12, 2022
Cedar Fair Earnings and Halloween Enthusiasm
Cedar Fair Earnings are great; Supply chains will be strained more for Chinese New Year; Seoul's Halloween Stampede is a cautionary tale.
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
Oct. 27, 2022
BONUS: Marketing your Halloween Event
Scott and Philip take a break from the news to discuss marketing a Halloween event at your attraction.
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
Oct. 19, 2022
BONUS: Genie+ Price Increases, TikTok, and Secret Bars
The price of Genie+ will increase at both Disneyland and the Walt Disney World resort. Plus, we review a listener message about TikTok and takeaways from the new secret bars at Hush haunted attraction.
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
Oct. 11, 2022
BONUS: The WTO & Takeaways from Eastern State Penitentiary
The WTO's outlook for 2023 isn't great. Scott and discuss what that means for the attraction industry, plus takeaways from Eastern State Penitentiary.
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
Oct. 4, 2022
BONUS: Hurricanes, Chaperones, and Shootings
While parks have reopened after Hurricane Ian, Knott’s tweaked their chaperone policy, and Kennywood reels from shooting during Phantom Fall Fest. Follow along to our Hauntathon: https://linktr.ee/hauntedattractionnetwork
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
Oct. 2, 2022
BONUS: Iger's take, Dark Nights at Hersheypark, and DARK
We break down Bob Iger's interview for Code, Dark Nights at Hersheypark, and DARK at Fort Edmonton park.
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
Oct. 2, 2022
BONUS: Disney Parks Announcements from D23
We recap the Disney Parks announcements from D23, including Pacific Wharf in Disney California Adventure Park to Be Reimagined into San Fransokyo from “Big Hero 6;” Disney100 Celebration at Disneyland Resort Kicks Off in Late January 2023, and EPCOT's...
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
Sept. 14, 2022
Earlier
Scott and Philip celebrate their 2 year anniversary by reflecting on Lost island's early closure and the opening of Halloween Horror Nights
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
Aug. 29, 2022
Disney is Learning, Seaworld Orlando’s Halloween
Disney is listening to guest reactions and is adjusting several policies, including Magic Keys and reservations. Plus, Year 2 of Seaworld Orlando’s Howl-o-Scream demonstrates an impressive amount of story cohesion. Subscribe to all our offerings:...
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
Aug. 22, 2022
The Demise of Cable, Shutdowns, and Chaperone Policies
For the first time, streaming outperformed cable & broadcast TV; Shanghai factories are shut down again due to record heat waves; Both Knott’s and Universal Orlando test chaperone policies to curb violence at their parks in preparation for Halloween....
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
Aug. 15, 2022
Earnings: Six Flags Lags while Disney Exceeds Predictions
More earnings reports are out, and we'll compare and contrast Six Flags with Disney. Despite record attendance at its competitors, Six Flags is losing crowds. The chain will attempt to copy the Disney playbook, despite having assets that don't align...
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
Aug. 8, 2022
Earnings from Universal and Cedar Fair, Plus Tokyo Disney Ticketing Changes
Coming up, we’re discuss the earnings reports from Universal and Cedar Fair – plus changing ticketing policies at Tokyo Disney. Subscribe to all our offerings: https://linktr.ee/hauntedattractionnetwork
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
Aug. 1, 2022
Should we be talking about a recession?
Today we discuss the CDC lifting restrictions for Cruise Ships; Hong Kong Disneyland Resort enhancing cast benefits; GDP data fanning concerns about a U.S. recession; and why Meta’s Profit is down 36%. Subscribe to all our offerings:...
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
July 26, 2022
Knott’s Chaperone Policy, ICON Theme Recall, and Universal Japan Halloween
Scott and Philip go on an extended discussion about chaperone policies at your attraction and preparing for violence in the Fall Season. Then, we discuss the ICON park theme recall and the new Halloween announcements from Universal Studios Japan....
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
July 18, 2022
Dark Nights at Hersheypark, Lego Monster Party, & Nope
This week: Hersheypark announces Dark Nights Halloween event with haunted houses and Scare Zones; Legoland's Lego Monster Party returns; Nope Experience at Universal Studios Hollywood. Subscribe to all our offerings:...
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
July 11, 2022
Flying Cellphones, Oogie Boogie Sells Out, and Nope Arrives
This week we’re sticking to I-5 for a few stories including girl injured by flying cellphone, Oogie Boogie Bash has sold out, Universal Studios Hollywood adds ‘Nope’ Jupiter’s Claim set to Studio Tour, and United has expanded their pilot program. We...
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez