Christopher Beale

Christopher Beale, a KQED reporter, takes us on a nostalgic journey through the beloved amusement parks of the Bay Area. He shares the rise and fall of Idora Park, detailing its community impact and the shift in leisure activities over the decades. Listeners will delight in enchanting memories of Playland-at-the-Beach, from its iconic attractions like Laughing Sal to the creation of the 'it's it' dessert. Beale captures the bittersweet legacy of these amusement parks, reflecting on how they shaped joyful childhood experiences for generations.