Thrill-Seeking, Roller Coasters, & Traumatic Brain Injuries: Bobby Schindler on Park Closures & Brain Health

Son Rise Morning Show · Oct 2, 2026 · 7m

Can high-speed amusement rides cause severe, lasting neurological damage? Bobby Schindler from the Terri Schiavo Life & Hope Network joins Matt Swaim on The Son Rise Morning Show to discuss the recent permanent closure of Six Flags Magic Mountain’s X2 roller coaster following reports of severe traumatic brain injuries and lawsuits. Schindler unpacks the mechanics behind rapid acceleration and deceleration events, the vulnerability of the human brain, and the broader cultural obsession with extreme thrills—from roller coasters to contact sports like football. Stream now to…