The Drunk Riders
The amusement industry podcast filled with a bunch of drunk fools. We are certainly not for everyone. If you like swearing, off topic, and slightly sexual commentary as well as ACTUAL content? You've come to the right place.
IAAPA announcements are going to be.. there I guess? - Episode 394
We're starting to hear what announcements are coming for IAAPA 26 and they.. exist at best right now. Hopefully amazing things are coming but for now.. cool? Energylandia Wing Coaster is MOVING, B&M's getting seatbelts is now a full on thing, fan questions and more in this episode!
Torsional Rigidity with Andrew Stilwell. Bet. - Episode 393
Joined yet again by long time friend of the show Andrew Stillwell, we work through drafting all current and former Six Flags parks with the caveat that we can steal each others rides. I won't spill the beans.. but did Marc mess it up? Probably. TUNE IN FOR THE SILLY!
Tragedy at Six Flags Over Georgia - Episode 392
Tragedy in Georgia sparks a large debate in the community over what happened and the publics reaction to it. The boys discuss all angles as well as other news, fan questions, and more in this episode!
The Year of Death continues.. goodbye King! - Episode 391
Man.. this hasn't been a great year for coasters! A LOT of coasters have bit the dust, the latest being X2. The boys discuss the impact, what's next, and Tom crashing out! That, Zamperla, Castle Park, fan questions and more in this episode.
When you make a bar run out of drinks at 10:30am, you know you're incredible - Episode 390
EPIC STUMBLE! The Buzzed Bars crew invaded Epic Universe and Tom gave the highs and even more highs as well as getting SAUCED. That, AF1 on the move, Zampys double heart, fan questions and much more in this episode.
I mean.. they're better at least? Golden Ticket Season is back! Lets talk some shit! - Episode 389
The Golden Tickets are back and.. better then ever? Maybe? You know we'll cover the normal shitshow that is the GTA's. That, news, closures, upcoming Epic Universe cuddles, a silly draft as well as fan questions in this episode!
She Lives!! MUAHAHAH!!! But where is the real question! - Episode 388
Arieforce One officially lives again at one of.. well the many Six Flags Parks.. but WHERE? The boys discuss the numerous possibilities as well as hating on Kings Island because why not. That, Clementon Park closing, fan questions and more in this episode!
Fast & Mediocre.. coming soon.. FOR FAMILY! - Episode 387
Ooo lord she coming.. F&F: Hollywood Drift has had rides and reviews have been.. mixed? The boys discuss that, SFStl rebranding, rides closing, and the sad possible future of X2. That, fan questions and more in this episode.
Rest in Peace Queen(s) - Episode 386
They say they come in threes.. losing the legendary Dolly Parton was a real gut punch along with the epic man named Tim Curry. In our community, Dolly and her creations have been a benchmark for well.. everything.. and the boys discuss that, other news, fan questions and more in this episode.
Miner's Mountain Express is kinda badass though! - Episode 385
SDC just always delivers! Following Dollywood's example, a fantastic new ride giving exactly what they needed. Lets go! That, Lost Island rocking out another new ride, D23, fan questions and much more in this episode!
Happy Birtthhhday to youuuuuuu! BBCC 5th Anniversary was INSANE! - Episode 384
Wow. Just wow. Buzzed Bars 5 year bonanza was.. insanity. The boys break down their journey, their rides, their kickball win, VOYAGE AT NIGHT ERT TRIMLESS BABY!!!!! and so much more in this episode.
Ranking 5 years of Buzzed Bars Events.. GOATED to.. meh? - Episode 383
We've been running the train with Buzzed Bars for 5 years and we gots some rankings to do! From the best of all time to.. it happened.. we ranked all of our events! Enjoy the stupidly and reminiscing of all the fun before our Birthday Bash at Holiday World this weekend!
Barney's Big Ol Dinosaur is going to be an Afternoon Delight! - Episode 382
Bakunawa is finally here and.. well kind of insane? The boys discuss the Kingda Ka replacement and how this bad boy is going to feel given the incredibly unique experience it will bring. That, news, BBCC Birthday Bash hype and more in this episode!
She's going to be gone.. kinda? I mean maybe. - Episode 381
Scott Ross dropped the hammer and Kumba is going to be going but it will be back damnit, we all know it. The boys discuss that, other news, as well as having a banger of a draft where Marc yet again drops the ball. Lets get it!
Well.. we're back and.. worried? KUMBA NOOOOO!!!!!!! - Episode 380
We can still ride them but KUMBA! NO! Something is coming back, but the boys discuss the possibilities. We also go through Tom's cross country adventure as well as spite city! Fan questions, more news, and more fun as well as washing your lettuce in this episode!
I've been saying it for 10 damn years! - Episode 379
VINDICATED! Tom.. has finally come to the dark side and found the sexy that is Afterburn at Carowinds. The boys roast his ass as well as discuss news from CJ Barrymore's to Tormenta opening to Project Purple and much more in this episode.
Our Queen has returned! Now we all have to go to Europe! - Episode 378
Tom went on a grand European adventure and his queen ass is going to tell us all about it.. and that we have to go! Of course. The bastard. THAT! Fan questions, Arie Force One, Cannonball, and much more in this episode!
The two best friends that anyone could have! - Episode 377
We're back.. and we MIGHT talk about coasters! Missing Marc and Tom, Marcus is joined by Andrew from C101 to talk about Holiday World, all the Disney, Vekomas coming in, Japan, man.. actual coaster stuff! Well also Marcus' bullshit but yes coaster stuff!
The World ain't ready for this Draft! - Episode 376
Your boys return in honor of the World Cup starting to draft from the top 22 countries in this years tourney! Let me tell you.. Uzbekistan gave us fits. That, as well as news, ride openings, fan questions and more in this episode!
Some takes are just worse then others.. and YOU know it.- Episode 375
Takes in our community are just.. trash. The boys discuss some of the worse along with Universal GB, B&M changing up where they make their steel, Walibi Belgium getting an RMC, fan questions and more in this episode.
Creamy Fookin Pints.. north of the border.. eh? - Episode 374
The boys (well 2/3 of them) travel to Canada for the latest Buzzed Bars stumble and the recap is spectacular. That on top of a ton of random fan questions and a splatter of news makes this episode one not to miss on.
Worst event in the hobby? Yeah. Definitely. - Episode 373
Cedar Point is yet again crapping down their legs with events at the park. They want something then they don't then they do. The boys discuss that as well as the atrocity that is CoasterMania plus news, fan questions, and more in this episode.
Honestly.. this one is ok to go.. - Episode 372
Like Spirit, certain things can go! Fantasy Island in Niagara was.. not the best places and is now closed for 2026. The boys discuss that and if it will be back. That, Six Flags changes, Buffalo Bills locking in, fan questions and more in this episode.
Golden Tickets > USA Today.. change my mind - Episode 371
Listen.. we always knew the USA rollercoaster rankings sucked.. but my lord.. they make the Golden Tickets look like the shining beacon of correctness! The boys tear that BS apart plus news from KBF to SFStl all the way to Energylandia and more in this episode.
Six Flags.. what are you DOING!?! - Episode 370
Six Flags are going a bit wild with changes, from people to parks. Here's us thinking it would be slow but they're dropping bombshell after bombshell! The boys discuss the ramifications of all the changes and impact to the chain as a whole plus all lovely news and fan questions in this episode.
Universal.. not like this.. not like this.. -Episode 369
Universal.. we were hoping you'd never stoop this low. With more changes to make money, has Uni finally become Six Flags? The boys discuss this, T3's opening in India, SFQC hour changes, fan questions and more in this episode.
Indiana Beach MAY have the best event ever? Maybe? - Episode 368
Indiana Beach, coming in with the one event we could love.. and we somehow still haven't done yet. Don't tell us how to have a good time. We roll through the possibilities, Whizzer retrack, more Six Flags BS, ride name changes and more in this episode.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg going big? Maybe. Doubt it.. but you never know! - Episode 367
Will Busch Gardens Williamsburg bring a Giga? You know they won't but a man can dream right! At least if Scott Ross has anything to say about it! The boys discuss that, Energylandia expansion, SFGAdv continuing with Barney, and much more in this episode.
Great Adventure teasing with a promo.. GIVE US THE COASTER! - Episode 366
Shoreline Pier is announced at GAdv but we want the coaster! RYAN! WHERE YOU AT! That, Euromir's closure, Vekoma work at Waldy, fan questions and much more in this episode.
So long partner.. for a few days at least.. -Episode 365
Stardust Racers is gone! Well not really. But she will be back because OF COURSE IT WILL BE! THat, as well as new coasters, return of long gone coasters, Busch Gardens being sued and more in this episode!
Parks sold for pennies on the dollar.. what's next? - Episode 364
With Six Flags selling a large number of parks for about $5, what is next for those parks no longer park of the chain and also, what does that mean for Enchanted as well? The boys go through that, fan questions, and more in this week's episode.
Ryan Eldredge returns to set the record straight - Episode 363
He's back yall! Ryan Eldredge, THE PR man from Six Flags, discusses all things going on with Six Flags Great Adventure and Dorney Park. From his first days managing SFGAdv to new things coming including the Jolly Purple Giant brewing in New Jersey. Don't forget fan questions and more in this weeks episode.
February is the best month for a Black Coaster Draft! - Episode 362
Joined by long time friend Gooch, we cover his recent trip to SFQC, the fun we've had together, how we met, and had an AUDACIOUS Black Coaster draft in this month of our lord February 2026. Yes, its as dumb and stupid as you may think. Be ready for some dumb (like you're not already!)
287 Shades of Giga - Episode 361
On a day meant to celebrate someone else’s love, unexpected feelings begin to surface. Between laughter, quiet glances, and a simple toast, three hearts discover that sometimes the most meaningful vows are the ones never planned.
Let us all be honest.. Dinosaur was trash guys.. - Episode 360
Come on now.. we all know it was buns. Don't act like it was something amazing. The boys discuss the.. stupid.. surrounding the retirement of Dinosaur. That, new Gold Passes for Six Flags, new CEO for Disney Parks, Energylandia stalling, fan questions and more in this episode.
Another Scenic Railway has left this mortal realm. - Episode 359
Sadly, Dreamland Margate has lost its.. really only appealing feature. Scenic Railway, one of the oldest in the world is now gone. The boys discuss this, Universal debauchery, SFGAdv getting.. mediocrity? Of course, fan questions and much more of course in this episode.
Man.. Universal.. we thought so highly but this? - Episode 358
We're back to our regular bullshittery and this time.. Universal? MAN! Do better. You're not Six Flags. We discuss the name, concept and more as well as Viva Las Wobble Recap, fan questions, other news and a bunch of stupid in this episode!
Parkineer gives us the business - Episode 357
Our boy Parkineer joins us to discuss his recent trip to Saudi Arabia and his thoughts on all of SFQC. That, some other park news, insane stupidity as always and much more in this episode!
Falcon's Flight is finally here.. and.. well.. - Episode 356
Falcon's Flight finally opens to much praise and fanfare but the boys have a slightly different take.. we talk reactions and most likely reality. That, Tom's insane weekend in Orlando, news with a sprinkle of fan questions and more in this episode.
The Drunk Rider Awards VII - The Shitpost Awakens - Episode 355
The 7th annual TDR Awards have returned, with shitposts, trolling, and stupidity.. along with probably a bit too much sauce. Streamed in Twitch, enjoy 3+ hours and 54 separate categories of our yearly stupidity with The Shitpost Awakens.
