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November 21, 2014

IAAPA 2014 – Day 3 Summary – Interview with Dynamic Attractions CEO + Robert from Mickey Updates

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Today the OTR crew is joined by Robert from Mickey Updates. Together they talk about the new AirSurfer attraction system, who’s been spotted on the trade floor, the latest on the arcade games and other news from around Orlando. The latest news from Pointe Orlando is mentioned. Artegon, Aquatica and that new parking structure at Disney Springs all come up as well. Then Kyle sits down with the CEO of Dynamic Attractions for a special interview focused on Orlando’s Big 2 and the future of themed entertainment.

Hosts

Bob from Pixels at the Parks
Ken Storey
Viktor from The BGT Buzz
Kyle (Our host and reporter live on I-Drive)
Robert from Mickey Updates

Production

Episode Producer- Ken
Recorded- November 20th, 2014

November 12, 2014

OTR – Ep 17 – The Countdown is On

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We’re back with another episode of our hospitality podcast. This week the guys are getting ready for next week’s massive IAAPA convention that’s coming to town.

The OTR crew gets ready for IAAPA with a round-up of all the recent news including: #OtterGate, Construction at SEAS parks, Downtown Disney, Flamingo Crossing, I-Square, I-Drive 360. Kyle’s wardrobe choices are questioned, Ken calls 80% of IAAPA monotonous and then the guys get confused talking about Christmas at the Magic Kingdom.

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- November 9th, 2014

November 4, 2014

OTR – Ep 16 – Pointe Pulling a Phoenix

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On today’s show Kyle and Ken talk about all that has been happening recently in the parks, from mine train fires to Universal 3rd gate rumors. They give new details on what they think is happening with Wanda and SEAS before talking about what the future holds for Pointe Orlando. They get side-tracked a few times with conversations about Tokyo Disneyland’s and Disney Springs recent announcements.

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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- Ken
Recorded- November 2nd, 2014

September 30, 2014

OTR – Ep 14 – Kyle Phones in Halloween

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On today’s episode Bob, Ken and Viktor continue their Halloween conversation with Kyle joining the conversation for this Part 2 of all things Halloween. The guys also talk special events at Busch Gardens, IP vs Non-IP houses, launch vs drop towers and cell coverage in Orlando theme parks. It’s a grab-bag of topics that includes Ken talking malls, Bob and Viktor talking BGT while Kyle talks about drive-thru safari parks.

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