Side Friction – Episode 144 – “High Noon at The Potato Patch”

September 19th, 2026

Bob, Greg, and Ryan the Ride Mechanic talk about impending doom and a few news stories before getting into The Golden Ticket Awards where the expected, as well as some unexpected, disagreement appears.

• Uncontrolled AI could lead to ‘silicon species’ rivalling humans, warns Microsoft
• Anthropic staff warn of doom while company hunts spies, hackers and bioweaponeers
• Atlantic City’s Iconic Steel Pier For Sale At $85 Million
• Former Fantasy Island property listed for $5 million as some passholders await refunds
• Even more Trimless Rides
• Fun Spot to bring rides from closed Atlanta park to Central Florida
• Roller coaster rescue at WA State Fair
• Vekoma Documentary
• Amusement Today, Golden Ticket Awards 2026
• Aquaticar Underwater Track Ride Details at IAAPA – YouTube
• Send Riley to Austria

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