Studio 525: Talking it live

Talking it live: The season at a glance

This episode is a chat with our Operations Director, Andy Hygate, Senior Rides Manager Nathan Rumney and Adam Slevin, Director of Creative, Experience and Design, hosted by Andy Mitchell. Andy reflects on the 2025 season at Pleasure Beach - the highlights and unforgettable moments that defined the year. From fan club events and behind-the-scenes tours to major park days and special occasions, 2025 has been packed with excitement. Andy looks back on what made the season stand out, the learnings that came from it, and how those experiences are helping to shape the park’s future. The conversation, hosted this time from the Casino Building’s Jolly Roger Bar, also looks ahead to 2026 and beyond - what’s coming next for Pleasure Beach, what guests can look forward to, and how the team continues to push the park forward while keeping its heritage alive.

Talking it live: Bringing a New Ride to Life

Ever wondered what it really takes to bring a brand-new ride to life? We sit down with Andy Hygate, Stuart Cumming and Glenn Robertson to uncover how a ride comes together - from marketing and operations to the creative soundtrack that sets the atmosphere. Together, they paint a full picture of the many moving parts that transport a world-class attraction from the drawing board to the real world.

Talking it live: Art meets Algorithm

In this episode, we sit down with Houston King, our social media and content wizard, and Ben Jenkinson, one of our incredible creative artists. We explore how Pleasure Beach thrives in the fast-moving world of trends, storytelling, and digital innovation and how Ben’s physical creations in the park blend seamlessly with online magic.

Talking it live: Where Local Legends are Made

Ian Oswald sits down with the Blackpool skaters to dive into their journeys - how they laced up their first skates, found their rhythm, and what it means to perform in the town they call home.

Talking it live: The masterminds and the masterpiece, Hot Ice XS

Step behind the scenes of the world’s coolest show! In this episode, we chat with the powerhouse creative team behind Hot Ice - Amanda Thompson, Alexa Robinson, Lynsey Brown, and Ian Oswald. From concept to choreography, discover how they bring the magic to the ice every night.