Our guest, Frank Gold, is a veteran of operating rides for more than 25 years at Mall of America and retired just recently. He’s also an active member of American Coaster Enthusiasts and might just know more about roller coasters than just about anyone. He shares stories of his time at the Mall, his favorite roller coaster adventures, and where his love of coasters began. Join Chris Grap and Brian Spielman, both Mall of America team members, as they go down roller coaster memory lane with Frank Gold.
1:30 Little Franky falls in love with coasters at Queen Anne Kiddieland
4:30 Coasters he is looking forward to riding
7:00 Ranking favorite coasters
9:45 Favorite amusement parks
12:10 Why Frank started working at Mall of America
17:00 International parks Frank hopes to visit
18:25 Frank dishes on a celebrity encounter with Donny Osmond
21:20 Nominated for Diamond Service Award in a stretch limo
23:50 Frank’s top must-see spots in Nickelodeon Universe for sports fans
Guests: Frank Gold, 25-year veteran ride operator at Mall of America; Brian Spielman VP of Attractions at Mall of America/Nickelodeon Universe
Hosts: Chris Grap
Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.
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