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January 27, 2015

OTR – Ep 22 – The 43.7 Million Dollar Question

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In the first episode of 2015 Kyle and Ken are joined by Jay of Orlando Tourist Blog. The guys cover all the news they’ve missed over the past month including Artegon’s Christmas Eve death, Gwazi’s closing, the coaster rumors at SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa, Universal Orlando’s non-stop construction, restaurants at Disney Springs and more before sharing their thoughts on pay at Walt Disney World compared to that of Bob Iger’s.

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Ken Storey

Kyle

Jay

Recorded Jan 22, 2015

December 18, 2014

OTR – Ep 20 – Gennaweys Takeaway

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On today’s special episode Kyle and Ken are joined by theme park historian and urban planner Sam Gennawey. He talks about his latest book. Then the guys geek out some chatting about urban planning at Disney World and around Central Florida. Sam tells some interesting stories that he uncovered while researching his books and gives his opinion on some local urban design topics including Celebration, Downtown Orlando’s renaissance and what he thinks it will take to make Downtown Disney a true success. Ken keeps bringing up the fact that Disney World lacks any true non-bus, comprehensive transit system. Sam talks about how Universal took as much market share as they did and where he thinks the parks will go from here. The Punch List is shortened this week but still includes Ken and Kyle discussing Meg Crofton’s retirement announcement, WestGate’s new steak house plus the SunRail announcement to run a late night train.

December 9, 2014

OTR – Ep 19 – Interviews with Eric Davis and Frank Torres

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On today’s show political analyst Frank Torres calls in from the Orlando City Council meeting where rideshare, like Uber, is being discussed. Then Kyle and Ken talk about some of the other big stories around town, including the leadership shake up at Wet ‘n Wild and the new home for the Arabian Nights horses. Eric Davis then joins the show to discuss recent news regarding SEAS, what he would like to see changed in Orlando and what he thinks the future of the company will be. Viktor gives details on the new Express Dine feature plus the latest from Christmas Town at BGT.

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.

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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

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July 17, 2014

OTR – SideChat 4 – Florida Thrill Parks Journey to Vault 533

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In today’s SideChat (Episode SC4) the OTR crew is joined by Matt and Justin from Florida Thrill Parks. Post-Kong UOR is discussed with Florida Thrill Park’s announcing a project number. The FTP guys then discuss their thoughts on Jurassic Park/World, Seuss Landing, Kids Zone and the future of Dragon Challenge.

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Hosts-

Ken Storey

Bob from Pixels at the Parks

Jay

Kyle Gary and Richie

Special Guests- Florida Thrill Parks | Twitter | Instagram Hosts Justin | Matt

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