We’re handing over the mic to guest host Olly Reed from Navigate Agency 🎙️ Olly is joined by Rob Comley from @ChesterZoo and Simon Townsend from @edenprojects.uk to unpack the very real media storm sparked by the attractions industry’s open letter to the Met Office. skipthequeue.fm/episodes/oll...

NEW EPISODE 🎙 Hear from Bala McAlinn from Complete Works, a company helping attractions and visitor destinations rethink how guests move, interact and experience their space through theatrical techniques. Listen in skipthequeue.fm/episodes/bal... #theatricaltechniques #storytelling

Andy Povey is joined by Lawrence Roots, founder of the Theme Park Network - a dedicated B2B platform connecting theme parks, suppliers and industry professionals across the sector. @ukthemeparkawards Tune in: skipthequeue.fm/episodes/law... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/76aC... #UKThemePark

In this week’s episode of Skip the Queue, Andy Povey is joined by Lawrence Roots, founder of the Theme Park Network - a dedicated B2B platform connecting theme parks, suppliers and industry professionals across the sector. Tune in: skipthequeue.fm/episodes/law... #UKThemeParkAwards

We explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way heritage stories are told and experienced. Joining Andy is Dominique Bouchard, Heritage & Engagement Director @leedscastleuk and soon-to-be Creative Director at @shakespearebtrust Listen! skipthequeue.fm/episodes/dom...

We explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way heritage stories are told and experienced. Joining Andy is Dominique Bouchard, Heritage & Engagement Director at @leedscastleuk and soon-to-be Creative Director @shakespearebtrust.bsky.social skipthequeue.fm/episodes/dom...

This week, we’re handing over hosting duties to Ruth Read Director @blooloop Ruth is joined by Vero Celis, of Valumia and Sustainability Advisor at Skutek Consulting, alongside Marie Rayner, Sustainability Lead @StorylandStudio skipthequeue.fm/episodes/ver... #STQS7 #sustainability

This week, we’re handing over hosting duties to Ruth Read Director @blooloop Ruth is joined by Vero Celis, of Valumia and Sustainability Advisor at Skutek Consulting, alongside Marie Rayner, Sustainability Lead @StorylandStudio skipthequeue.fm/episodes/ver... #STQS7 #sustainability

Andrew Zimmerman CEO of Journey is joining us to talk about how Journey creates those experiences, how the agency handles the continual change in guest expectations and how it approaches projects for its different clients Listen skipthequeue.fm/episodes/and... #newepisode #journey

Andrew Zimmerman CEO of Journey is joining us to talk about how Journey creates those experiences, how the agency handles the continual change in guest expectations and how it approaches projects for its different clients Listen skipthequeue.fm/episodes/and... #newepisode #journey

Debs Griffin joins us from @sundown.adventureland, a truly unique attraction shaped not just by its story, but by the women behind it. Listen here: skipthequeue.fm/episodes/deb... or wherever you get your podcasts. Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/0YX3... #STQS7 #SundownAdventureland

Debs Griffin joins us from @sundown.adventureland, a truly unique attraction shaped not just by its story, but by the women behind it. Listen here: skipthequeue.fm/episodes/deb... or wherever you get your podcasts. Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/0YX3... #STQS7 #SundownAdventureland

In our latest episode, we talk with Matthew Philphott, Head of Marketing @bristolzooproject about how its redefining the traditional zoo experience. Listen to now: skipthequeue.fm/episodes/mat... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/7GoZ... Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/f... #STQS7

In our latest episode, we talk with Matthew P., Head of Marketing at @bristolzooproject about how its redefining the traditional zoo experience. Listen to now: skipthequeue.fm/episodes/mat... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/7GoZ... Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/f... #STQS7

What happens when museums stop giving answers and start asking questions instead? We're joined by @wethecurious_ CEO, Donna Speed. We talk about designing experiences around curiosity, the difference between interactive and traditional museums skipthequeue.fm/episodes/don... #WeTheCurious

What happens when museums stop giving answers and start asking questions instead? We're joined by @wethecurious_ CEO, Donna Speed. We talk about designing experiences around curiosity, the difference between interactive and traditional museums skipthequeue.fm/episodes/don... #WeTheCurious

Listen now to this EPIC episode with #universalcreativeofficial & @framestore Come with us behind the scenes of Dark Universe at Epic Universe with Greg Hall from Universal Creative and Max MacEwen from #Framestore Spotify open.spotify.com/episode/0g5e... Apple podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/d...

Listen now to this EPIC episode with @universalcreativeofficial and @framestore! Come with us behind the scenes of Dark Universe at Epic Universe with Greg Hall from #Universal Creative and Max MacEwen from Framestore. Listen! skipthequeue.fm/episodes/dar...

How can attractions cater more for the #neurodivergent community? Andy Povey is joined by Robbie Jones from @katapulthq to find out more about the four-year PhD research study he is carrying out in partnership with University of Birmingham & Drayton Manor Resort podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/w...

How can attractions cater more for the neurodivergent community? Andy Povey is joined by Robbie Jones from @katapulthq to find out more about the four-year PhD research study he is carrying out in partnership with University of Birmingham and Drayton Manor Resort open.spotify.com/episode/3fkQ...

We're excited to be dropping a special episode this week to celebrate #InternationalWomensDay An incredible panel will join Claire: Emily R. Popovich Rachael Hamilton Ruth Read Liz Sánchez Rasking live on Wednesday 4th March - Skipthequeue.fm or wherever you get your podcasts.

This week Andy Povey is joined by the phenomenal Ray Hole who explores the role of architecture in creating stories that resonate deeply with visitors well after they leave. skipthequeue.fm/episodes/ray... Spotify open.spotify.com/episode/4QAl... Apple Podcast podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/m...

Andy Povey and Ray Hole, an architect explore what really makes a project iconic, whether we’re designing for the wrong future, how weather can become a strategic asset rather than a risk, and what visitor attractions might look like in 2040. Listen: skipthequeue.fm/episodes/ray... #attractions

Andy Povey and Ray Hole, an architect explore what really makes a project iconic, whether we’re designing for the wrong future, how weather can become a strategic asset rather than a risk, and what visitor attractions might look like in 2040. Listen: skipthequeue.fm/episodes/ray... #attractions

New episode alert 🚨 Recorded live from the @culturalenterprises Conference 2026. Andy Povey shared a stage with Richard Paterson, Chief Operating Officer at @shakespearebtrust skipthequeue.fm/episodes/ric... #STQS7

New episode alert 🚨 Recorded live from the @culturalenterprises Conference. Andy Povey shared a stage with Richard Paterson, Chief Operating Officer at @shakespearebtrust skipthequeue.fm/episodes/ric... #STQS7

On this week's episode : How do you balance commercial reality with protecting the stories that matter? Andy Povey is joined by Richard Paterson, Chief Operating Officer at @shakespearebtrust live from @culturalenterprises Conference stage. Listen now: skipthequeue.fm/episodes/ric...

On this week's episode : How do you balance commercial reality with protecting the stories that matter? Andy Povey is joined by Richard Paterson, Chief Operating Officer at @shakespearebtrust live from @culturalenterprises Conference stage. Listen now: skipthequeue.fm/episodes/ric...

On this week's episode : How do you balance commercial reality with protecting the stories that matter? Andy Povey is joined by Richard Paterson, Chief Operating Officer at @shakespearebtrust live from @culturalenterprises Conference stage. Listen now: skipthequeue.fm/episodes/ric...

n our latest episode with Mark Lofthouse, Senior Manager, Business & Strategy at @rwsglobalofficial, discover how crafting experiences rooted in genuine emotion and strategic IP partnerships can transform guest loyalty, boost repeat visits, and drive revenue skipthequeue.fm/episodes/mar...

In our latest episode with Mark Lofthouse, Senior Manager, Business & Strategy at @rwsglobalofficial, discover how crafting experiences rooted in genuine emotion and strategic IP partnerships can transform guest loyalty, boost repeat visits, and drive revenue skipthequeue.fm/episodes/mar...

🧠 Is play really “just for kids”? Andy Povey is joined by Simon Egan (aka Project Development Fella at @we_are_capco to explore the art & impact of play and why it matters more than ever for visitor attractions 🎧 skipthequeue.fm/episodes/sim... open.spotify.com/episode/3xHa... #STQS7 #attraction

"Play isn’t just fun - it’s healing. It changes lives, one story at a time", says Simon Egan, Project Development Fella at #we_are_capco Andy Povey sits down with Simon to discuss the 'power of play', as he shares his journey in creating BEWILDERWOOD LIMITED skipthequeue.fm/episodes/sim... #STQ

Andy Povey sits down with Simon to discuss the 'power of play', as he shares his journey in creating BEWILDERWOOD LIMITED, a unique adventure park designed to encourage children to reconnect with nature. 🎧 Listen Now: skipthequeue.fm/episodes/sim... #STQS7 #capco #attractions

New Episode just dropped 🚨 Andy Povey is joined by Simon Jones, Managing Director, @navigate.agency and Steve Mills, Director of DECISION HOUSE LTD to unpack the fourth edition of the Visitor Attraction Survey and the insights you need to act on. skipthequeue.fm/episodes/how... #VisitorAttractions

New Episode just dropped 🚨 Andy Povey is joined by Simon Jones, Managing Director, @navigate.agency and Steve Mills, Director of DECISION HOUSE LTD to unpack the fourth edition of the Visitor Attraction Survey and the insights you need to act on. skipthequeue.fm/episodes/how... #VisitorAttractions

🌾 Wales, here we come! We’re heading to the #NFAN - National Farm Attractions Network Conference next week & will be recording live from the show floor Have an interesting perspective to share? Want to feature on this episode? Get in touch with our special host, Claire Furnival

In our latest thought-provoking episode, Themed Entertainment Association Wellness Council Chair, Emma Newell, talks about her strategies to manage wellness within the workplace. Listen now: skipthequeue.fm/episodes/bur... How do you manage your wellbeing? #mentalhealth #wellbeing #bluemonday

It's 'Blue Monday'...or is it? In this episode we're talking all things wellness with Themed Entertainment Association Europe & Middle East Wellness Council Chair, Emma Newell. 🎧 Listen now: skipthequeue.fm/episodes/bur... #bluemonday #skipthequeue #burnout

It's 'Blue Monday'...or is it? In this episode we're talking all things wellness with Themed Entertainment Association Europe & Middle East Wellness Council Chair, Emma Newell. 🎧 Listen now: skipthequeue.fm/episodes/bur... #bluemonday #skipthequeue #burnout

What is Blue Monday and how do you know if you're experiencing burnout? We have a special episode dropping on Monday next week with Themed Entertainment Association Europe & Middle East Wellness committee chair, and founder of Magnetic Moon Coaching, Emma Newell. skipthequeue.fm #bluemonday

We have some fantastic guests lined up to kick off the New Year! You can catch us LIVE from: NFAN (National Farm Attractions Network) 27th - 29th Jan ISE (Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) Systems Europe 3rd - 6th Feb Association for Cultural Enterprises Conference - 9th - 11th Feb

🤔Are you gearing up for a big launch in 2026? 🤔Have you taken a bold new approach to doing things differently? 🤔Created a product or experience that could change the game for attractions? Then we want to hear about it! Drop us a DM if you’d like to get involved, and look, it’s fun! #attractions

That’s a wrap for 2025! A huge thank you to everyone who tuned in to Skip the Queue this year, As we head into the festive break, we’re signing off with a magical final episode from @windsorilluminated ✨ Listen now: skipthequeue.fm/episodes/win... #Attractions

It’s Christmasssss 🎄 We’re diving into the festive spirit as we explore the @windsorilluminated light trail! Kathryn Stafford, of IMG & Rob Paul, of LCI Productions, take us behind the scenes to reveal how they bring the magic to life & how they continue to grow skipthequeue.fm/episodes/win...

It’s Christmasssss 🎄 We’re diving into the festive spirit as we explore the @windsorilluminated light trail! Kathryn Stafford, of IMG & Rob Paul, of LCI Productions, take us behind the scenes to reveal how they bring the magic to life & how they continue to grow skipthequeue.fm/episodes/win...

This week, following from insights learned from the Themed Entertainment Association Global Experience Index, our panel turned their attention to 2026 and ways make your attraction stand out. Here’s just a snapshot of what Melissa Oviedo (Ruminot), Martin Palicki and Edmond Chih. had to say. #TEA

This week, Andy Povey is discussing the latest edition of the Themed Entertainment Association Global Experience Index with Melissa Oviedo (Ruminot), CEO of @tea_connect, Martin Palicki, Publisher @inparkmag and Edmond Chih, Entertainment & Cultural Advisors skipthequeue.fm/episodes/tea...

This week on Skip the Queue, we’re looking ahead to 2026 and exploring the trends set to shape the attractions industry. Andy Povey sits down with: Melissa Oviedo, Themed Entertainment Association Martin Palicki, InPark Magazine Edmond Chih, Entertainment & Cultural Advisors skipthequeue.fm

New episode 🎙️ Andy Povey is joined by Rob Liddell from @bbcstudios Science Unit and Simon Clarke from @moonrakervfx to explore what happens when world-class storytelling meets cutting-edge visual effects in immersive experiences. skipthequeue.fm/episodes/rob... #Immersiveexperiences