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This episode of This American Life explores the emotional and cultural significance of amusement parks through the lens of Cole Lindbergh, a man who found profound joy and identity in running the games department at Worlds of Fun in Kansas City, and Jonathan Goldstein’s bittersweet teen
This episode of This American Life explores the emotional and cultural significance of amusement parks through the lens of Cole Lindbergh, a man who found profound joy and identity in running the games department at Worlds of Fun in Kansas City, and Jonathan Goldstein’s bittersweet teen
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Jonathan Goldstein
narrative on This American Life
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Books, people, and resources mentioned in this episode.
People
Cole LindberghIra GlassJonathan GoldsteinDutz Bonus Jr.
Books
Selling the Dream
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Cedar Fair
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Career DevelopmentLong Form JournalismMental HealthParentingPersonal FinancePop CultureTrue Crime
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