From building a financial empire in his basement to designing 60,000 square feet of pure fun, James Hay Arthur doesn’t just think outside the box—he launches it out of a cannon. In this episode of Superstar Diaries, we step inside the mind behind Bounce Empire, the largest indoor inflatable park in the world and arguably the most eccentric destination in Colorado.
James shares how boredom, frustration, and a love for games led him to create a venue that blends world-class inflatables, a luxurious VIP bar, three movie theaters, kinetic art, and even a 360-degree concert stage—all under one roof. But this episode goes deeper than inflatables and cocktails. We talk about James’ underground poker legend status, his next-level parenting style, and yes... his bulletproof tank parked courtside at Nuggets games.
Whether it’s bounce volleyball, flamethrowers, or minion costumes, this is one of the wildest journeys we’ve captured—recorded live on location inside the Empire itself.
00:00 Introduction to Superstar Diaries
00:21 The Birth of Bounce Empire
02:03 Challenges and Improvements
03:01 Designing Attractions and Music
06:47 James Hay Arthur: The Man Behind the Empire
07:48 James' Unconventional Upbringing and Poker Skills12:49 Life as a Game and Family Fun
14:15 The Epic House of James Hay Arthur
17:28 Exploring the Bat Cave Garage
17:40 The Tank: A Unique Vehicle
18:20 Flamethrowers and Shooting Ranges
18:41 Bowling, Ping Pong, and More
19:36 The Ultimate Home Theater
22:49 Designing the Perfect House
23:08 Building Bounce Empire
27:08 Advice for Future Entrepreneurs
29:47 Marketing and Location Challenges
31:48 Conclusion and Podcast Announcement
