October 27, 2016
Ep 84- Halloween Blowout with Ricky Brigante, Dawn Sabato and Hurricane Matthew
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Our Halloween blowout episode includes two special guests. First up we have Dawn of Come See Orlando. She talks about what she’s learned from working as the media rep for numerous I-Drive attractions, including the failed CSI: The Experience. She also shares her thoughts on the boom in zombie laser tag attractions, why Orlando is such a Halloween hot spot and more. Ken and Robert give a trip report from Howl-O-Scream.
Then Ricky Brigante stops by the studio to chat about Catharsis, his new immersive haunted house experience. Ricky also shares his thoughts on why Orlando can’t seem to have a successful year-round haunt attraction and the changes he’s seen since he first founded Inside the Magic years ago.
We also talk about Central Florida’s reaction to Hurricane Matthew and what lessons we hopefully learned from this near miss.
Hosts
- Ken Storey
- Robert of Mickey Updates
- Brian of Orlando Park Pass
- Jim of WildGravity Travels
- Andy of Theme Parks and Travels
- Online Trends Correspondent-Jake of Orlando Park Pass
- Hotel Correspondent-Kyle
- Show Researcher – Jay
- Show Historian – Kevin Yee
- Touring Shows and Media Correspondent- Richie
Special Guests
- Dawn Sabato of Come See Orlando
- Ricky Brigante of Inside The Magic
Recording Date- Originally aired on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park on Friday, October 21, 2016.
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October 22, 2016
Ep 82 – Racing Towards the Big Screen
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Today we have three guests on #OTRonFM. First up is Tony with the latest news on the Dreamfinders documentary that will be screened at the Orlando Film Fest today. Then we have Eddie Hammon of Andretti Indoor Karting & Games and Rick Wilson of Foundry come on to talk about the brand new, flagship Andretti Indoor Karting attraction that broke ground this week on Universal Blvd.
We also cover all the big news this week including new Magic Kingdom parade rumors, KidsTown opens at the Orlando Science Center and the latest Star Wars land rumors.
Hosts
- Ken Storey
- Robert of Mickey Updates
- Brian of Orlando Park Pass
- Jim of WildGravity Travels
- Andy of Theme Parks and Travels
- Online Trends Correspondent-Jake of Orlando Park Pass
- Hotel Correspondent-Kyle
- Show Researcher – Jay
- Show Historian – Kevin Yee
- Touring Shows and Media Correspondent- Richie
Special Guests
- Tony Cortese of Dreamfinders
- Rick Wilson of Foundry
- Eddie Hammon of Andretti Indoor Racing & Games
Recording Date- Originally aired on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park on Friday, October 21, 2016.
News
- With no nighttime parade rumors say MK will run its daytime parade twice a day
- Television Hall of Fame display removed from Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- Popular event ‘Club Villain’ at Disney’s Hollywood Studios to continue beyond Halloween
- The Ark from “Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark” is Now at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- Rumors regarding the new Star Wars ride seem to point to a multi-part experience where guests disembark from the ride vehicles halfway thru the ride
- Le Cellier Steakhouse Merchandise Released at Epcot
- Jim Hill reignites the Ratatouille ride rumors on the latest Disney Dish podcast
- RUMOR: Destination D Attendees Will Be The First to See Rivers of Light Next Month?
- Bus Stop Beverage Test at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
- Kitchen Closed at Walt Disney World Swan for Failing Health Inspection; Bugs Found
- China’s Wanda hires ex-Disney exec to lead theme park drive
- Hard Rock Café Orlando Offers First-Ever Meatless Menu
- StarFlyer developer can move forward with permitting
- Virgin Cruises Rebrands as Virgin Voyages, Finally Signs Deal for Three Ships
- Orlando airport passenger count over 41 million on a yearly basis
- KidsTown at Orlando Science Center opens this weekend
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Andretti Indoor Karting & Games
September 27, 2016
Ep 82- The Fat One
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This is show is highlights from the 4-hour long #OTRonFM episode from Sept. 23. We review Kennedy Space Center’s new HoloLens attraction, we talk about tons of WDW news and N*SYNC’s Joey Fatone calls in to talk about his brand new hot dog stand in the Florida Mall. We also talk about the rocky week SeaWorld had on the stock market and we #SkipAMeal to help support Second Harvest.
Hosts
- Ken Storey
- Robert of Mickey Updates
- Brian of Orlando Park Pass
- Jim of WildGravity Travels
- Andy of Theme Parks and Travels
- Online Trends Correspondent-Jake of Orlando Park Pass
- Hotel Correspondent-Kyle
- Show Researcher – Jay
- Show Historian – Kevin Yee
- Touring Shows and Media Correspondent- Richie
Special Guests
Recording Date- Originally aired on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park on Friday, September 23, 2016.
News
Muppets in MK schedule revealed
Could passholders be blocked from visiting Star Wars land?
Rivers of Light rumored to be opening by end of the year
Celtic rock band coming to Epcot’s Canada
Universe of Energy closing date info released to CMs
Citizens of Hollywood returning to DHS
Havaianas kiosk opens inside Blizzard Beach
Central Florida Zoo adds cotton top tamarins
Garcia added to FRLA Hall of Fame
Crayola Experience Halloween event
Legoland opens bookings Beach Retreat
Hard Rock Heals Suite opens at Hard Rock Hotel Orlando
Universal Studios rumored to be getting DreamWorks update to the parade, + more in park
Dynamic Attractions, who designed Disney’s Soarin’ ride, confirmed manufacture for Miami’s new flying theater
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Destination: Mars opens at KSC
Joey Fatone’s Fat One’s Hotdogs
August 27, 2016
Ep 81- Hollywood East Rises Again (Or not, not really)
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Bob and Ginger of the Central Florida Film Fest talk about this year’s upcoming festival. Bob shares stories from his work with Ringling’s Christmas TV special and the early days of Orlando’s film industry. A lot of focus is on how the film industry has evolved locally. Then Veronica Russo stops by to talk about her new film, Mafiosa. This locally produced film stars numerous Hollywood talent and has received international awards. It will see its’ local premiere during the Central Florida Film Fest.
This week we’re light on the news but heavier on the interview with these three special guests.
We do talk about Taste of the Nation and the Kong themed display that Universal will have this year. Taste of the Nation Orlando, now in its 27th year, will be held at the Orlando World Center Marriott this Saturday, August 27th from 6:45p.m to 10p.m. Tickets are $150.
Show Info
Hosts
- Ken Storey
- Robert of Mickey Updates
- Brian of Orlando Park Pass
- Jim of WildGravity Travels
- Andy of Theme Parks and Travels
- Online Trends Correspondent-Jake of Orlando Park Pass
- Hotel Correspondent-Kyle
- Show Researcher – Jay
- Show Historian – Kevin Yee
- Touring Shows and Media Correspondent- Richie
Special Guests
- Bob Cook
- Ginger Cook
- Veronica Russo
Recording Date- Originally aired on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park on Friday, August 26th, 2016.
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Joey Fatone’s hot dog stand to open Sept 10
August 24, 2016
Ep 80 – Chef Eric Talks Taste of the Nation 2016
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Chef Eric, Director of Restaurant Operations at the Orlando World Center Marriott, stops by Studio B to discuss Taste of the Nation Orlando with us. While the majority of the conversation is focused on this fantastic local fundraiser for Second Harvest Food Bank, Florida Impact and Coalition for the Homeless Chef Eric also took the time to help celebrate the growing local foodie scene that Taste of the Nation helps showcase.
As one of the lead Chefs at the largest Marriott property in the world Chef Eric is tasked with overseeing 8 restaurants and staff over 400. Together they help create flawless experiences for guests at the resort. This is showcased at Taste of the Nation better than anywhere else. The event fills one of the largest, non-columned ballrooms in the nation with the some of the biggest local talent for a night not to be forgotten all with proceeds going to help alleviate local issues.
Taste of the Nation Orlando, now in its 27th year, will be held at the Orlando World Center Marriott this Saturday, August 27th from 6:45p.m to 10p.m. Tickets are $150.
Show Info
Hosts
- Ken Storey
- Robert of Mickey Updates
- Brian of Orlando Park Pass
- Jim of WildGravity Travels
- Andy of Theme Parks and Travels
- Online Trends Correspondent-Jake of Orlando Park Pass
- Hotel Correspondent-Kyle
- Show Researcher – Jay
- Show Historian – Kevin Yee
- Touring Shows and Media Correspondent- Richie
Special Guests
- Chef Eric, Director of Restaurant Operations at the Orlando World Center Marriott
Recording Date- Originally aired on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park on Friday August 5th, 2016.
Music- Song One
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