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February 26, 2026
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On this episode Ed joined with Melyssa Marshall from creative city project to talk about this year Immerse Fest. After that Ed talks about Bro gent buying Flyover. Later Ed goes over wrestling news of the week.
FEB 20, 2026 at the WPRK Studios in Winter Park, FL
October 11, 2018
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In this jam-packed episode, we have tons of guests and interviews. A Weeki Wachee mermaid joins us in the studio to talk about their stint this month at Orlando’s Sea Life Aquarium. A representative from SeaLife Orlando also joins in.
Then Jay sits down with the band Turnover to discuss their new tour, their favorite spots to dine in Orlando, and how indie music is evolving.
In the second hour, Ben Lancaster of Walt’s Frozen Head calls in to discuss this weekend’s big Central Florida premiere of the indie film. Lancaster discusses the rise of gorilla filmmaking at Walt Disney World, why he went with a comedy, and the viral marketing around the film.
Recording Info – Recorded on Oct 5, 2018 at the WPRK Studios in Winter Park, FL
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Walt’s Frozen Head | Orlando Premiere Oct 13
Weekie Wachee Springs State Park
May 31, 2018
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Todd Andrus, Merlin’s Head of Marketing for its’ Orlando attractions, joins Ken, Ed, and Jake in the studio to discuss Madame Tussaud’s Orlando museum’s new Justice League attraction. The conversation includes details on the development of the new exhibit, the history of the attraction, and what we can expect next for Merlin in the Orlando market.
Then in Hour 2, Jake shares exclusive new details regarding updates happening at both the former Artegon mall and WonderWorks. Ken discusses the Hyperloop that might soon be connecting Orlando to Tampa. Then the guys talk about all the recent Universal rumors, including Star Trek, James Bond, and the most recent news regarding Nintendo. A new stage show rumored for DHS, updates at The Crayola Experience, and many other news items are discussed as well.
Recording Date- May 25, 2018 in Studio B at WPRK in Winter Park, FL
POV of the boat ride at Madame Tussaud’s Singapore that Ken seems obsessed with
Madame Tussaud’s Ghostbuster attraction
New details on Artegon’s replacement
The Crayola Experience gets a new exhibit
Hyperloop between Orlando and Tampa might be in the works
Mickey and the Magician stage show might be coming to WDW
March 22, 2016
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SeaWorld announced a major change in the brand late last week that includes the ending of the orca breeding program. SeaWorld’s unofficial ambassador Eric Davis calls in to give his take on the news and the fan community’s reaction to the news. Safari Mike stops in to talk about what this decision at SeaWorld means for the aquarium and zoo community. Erin Sullivan, the former Editor of Orlando Weekly and, for a short time, the San Antonio Current. Erin talks about the how the local communities in Orlando and San Antonio reacted to the news. Jim and Andy give their insights into the news including what this means for the nearby SeaLife Aquarium.
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Recorded 3-18-16
Orlando Weekly’s Blackfish piece
Recorded 3-19-16
OTR Ep 42 – Safari Mike Hopes For A Train But Not For a Monkey Island
Recorded 3-20-16
OTR – Ep 19 – Interviews with Eric Davis and Frank Torres
Ep 49 – The Big Blue Super Long Whale of Show With Eric Davis
July 7, 2015
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On today’s show we have a full Punch List with a hotel fire, Skyplex gets FAA approval, The Orlando Eye gets evacuated, more bad news at Artegon and rumors say Fun Spot is about to open their checkbook. Then Kyle and Ken share recent trip reports of when they hosted out-of-town guests. Kyle gives details on touring at DHS and DAK with pregnant guests then Ken talks about I-Drive 360, Artegon and Port Canaveral’s Exploration Tower. Richie, Jay, Jake and Griffin throw in their hot takes during The Punch List and everyone leaves hoping the NBC Media Center is just a bad dream.
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Recording Dates- Punch List – July 5, 2015 | Main Event – July 1, 2015
Skyscraper at Skyplex gets FAA approval
Toby Keith’s at Artegon closes
Where were the crowds on the 4th at UOR?