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September 23, 2014

OTR – Ep 13 – This is Halloween Time

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For an extra scary Episode 13 Bob and Ken are joined by Viktor of The BGT Buzz for an in-depth comparison of Howl-O-Scream to Halloween Horror Nights. They talk about previous highlights and what they are most looking forward to this year. They also talk off-property scares in Central Florida. Brief mentions of SeaWorld’s Spooktacular Halloween and Lowry Park Zoo’s ZooBoo are also included.

Show Info

Hosts

Bob from Pixels At The Parks
Ken Storey
Viktor from The BGT Buzz
Kyle (Our host and reporter live on I-Drive)

Production

Episode Producer – Bob
Recorded – September 17, 2014

September 16, 2014

OTR – SideChat 6 – Ken and the Amazing Technicolor Megamall

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On this week’s SideChat Ken convinces the guys to talk about malls some more. First the Megamall is covered, then the guys talk about the future of The Florida Mall. Mentions of the outlet malls, Fashion Square and West Edmonton are all included. Then Kyle and Ken talk about their favorite local movie theaters before the inevitable Taco Bell mentions. Then the guys talk Tampa’s hotels, retail and what Tampa needs.

Show Info

Hosts

Bob
Ken
Kyle

Production

Episode Producer – Bob
Recorded – Aug 26, 2014

Show Notes

Oh boy, Ken is back to talking about malls…

August 4, 2014

OTR – Ep 9 – My Whales Adore You

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The guys start with some big news regarding the future of SeaWorld. It now looks like the richest man in mainland China might be announcing a new partnership with SEAS very soon. After they discuss that they get into cover Falcon’s Fury and the future of local retail with mentions of the new Megamall and The Crayola Experience.

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Hosts

Bob from Pixels at the Parks
Jay

Ken Storey
Kyle Gary and Richie

Show Notes

Intro Song
The Wanda Group
SEAS stock
SWO attendance report (from March ’14)
The Wanda Group is aiming to be the world’s largest developer
Wanda Group plans to buy 1 to 2 large international entertainment companies

July 25, 2014

OTR – SideChat 5 – In A SideChat Far Far Away

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In today’s SideChat Richie, Kyle and Ken sit down to discuss the future of Star Wars land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. They start with the leaked Dubai Disneyland plans, then talk about Disney California Adventure and Avatar. After that they talk about what Disney learned from Potter that they will use in Star Wars land. The conversation ends with true confessions surrounding Disney attraction merchandise.

Know someone who works in or is interested in Central Florida hospitality? Make sure to recommend the show.

Show Info

Hosts

Ken Storey
Bob from Pixels at the Parks
Jay from Theme Park Insite
Kyle Gary and Richie

Show Notes

Opening Song
Dubai Disneyland Plans
Kyle Recommends- Disney and More’s article on Star Wars at Disney California Adventure
Disney and More article on Star Wars overall
D&M article on Star Wars at DLP
Ken (with major rain outside of his window)- “I wouldn’t be surprised to see Star Tours in the final Star Wars plans [for DHS]”
Kyle- “If you want to want to ride Star Tours go to SeaWorld and ride Wild Artic”
Richie Recommends- The Marvel Experience | Details
Then Richie gets lost in his own argument
Richie- “Star Wars [Land] will be very abstract.” Compares it to Avatar in abstract design.
Ken- “The big issue with Disney right now is it takes too long to get something done.”
Kyle- “Disney is asking for your whole vacation, 5 to 7 days. Universal is asking for 2 to 3.”
Richie Recommends – Ken’s article on the future of Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Ken- “Universal Fans, you guys need to chill out. You talk about Disney fans but you’re getting much worst…You’re giving the Southern California fans a good run for their money.”
Kyle- “Guess what, the giant [being Disney] has awoken and it’s looking at Central Florida.”
Merchandise inspired by attractions at Disney, Ken notes the Tiki room merchandise
Tiki Room Gets No Love -> Touring Plans | WDWMagic | DisBoards
Richie Recommends- Adventureland Tiki Room Glass cups
Closing Song

End

July 22, 2014

OTR – Episode 7 – As the Wheel Turns

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In this week’s episode the guys cover I-Drive 360, covering all of what has been said about this long-planned development anchored by The Orlando Eye observation wheel. After talking about the new skeletons museum that was recently announced the crew get into the other attractions for the complex. Mango’s, the pedestrian bridge over Sand Lake Road, some chatter about McDonald’s are included. Then the crew talks about Skyscraper at Skyplex, the new Polercoaster complex proposed for I-Drive.

Show Info

Hosts

Ken Storey
Bob from Pixels at the Parks
Jay
Kyle Gary and Richie

Show Notes

Intro Song
Follow the name changes: I-Drive Live -> The Orlando Eye complex -> I-Drive 360