February 14, 2017
Ep 92 – Artegon goes but Art Stays
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On this #OTRonFM we have Shannon Youngs who is opening a brand-new showroom for local artists, including many of the artists who formerly called Artegon home. We discuss what went wrong at Artegon and how in the end it could be a positive thing for the Orlando area in the end. The owners of Gods & Monsters call in to share all the latest info on both their temporary and their permeant locations. Then Florida Soap Company calls in to share details on their new Altamonte location. Then we close out the episode with Ed opening his brand new MagicBand and we discuss the differences between version 1 and 2.
Hosts
- Ken Storey
- Robert of Orlando Theme Park Updates
- Ed of Orlando Theme Park 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
Special Guest – Shannon Youngs of the 1280 Palmetto Showroom
Recording Date- Feb 2, 2017 – Live on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park
February 4, 2017
Ep 91 – Ringling Says Goodbye
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In this episode of #OTRonFM we talk Ringling with Richie and Jake, Ken reviews Ohana’s and Robert gets excited about concerts at SeaWorld. Jason of Orlando Fun and Food tells us about his experiences covering Feld, including a trip to the elusive Ringling Elephant Center. Artegon, the Atlanta Braves, SeaWorld and more are mentioned on this very circus-centric episode.
Hosts
- Ken Storey
- Robert of Orlando Theme Park Updates
- Ed of Orlando Theme Park 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
Special Guest – Jason of Orlando Fun and Food
Recording Date- Jan 20, 2017 – Live on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park
Ringling shuts down after 146 years
February 1, 2017
Ep 90 – Vegan Jamaicans and Everything but Artegon (and a some Artegon)
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In this episode of #OTRonFM Irie the Vegan Chef stops by the studio to talk about Orlando’s growing vegan and vegetarian foodie scene. She gives Robert, Ed and Ken some vegan ice cream live on the air. The guys then respond to the news of Artegon closing.
Hosts
- Ken Storey
- Robert of Orlando Theme Park Updates
- Ed of Orlando Theme Park 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
Special Guest – Irie the Vegan Chef of DaJen Eats
Recording Date- Jan 13, 2017 – Live on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park
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January 12, 2017
Ep 89 – Otronicon, Virtual Adventures and Tilly
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Robots, rockets, and video games take over the Orlando Science Center January 13-16, 2017. We have Orlando Science Center’s VP of Communications, Jeff Stanford, stop by the studio to tell us about Otronicon, KidsTown, and much more. Ed geeks out about gaming celebrities that will be at Otronicon and Ken tells stories about citrus.
During the conversation news breaks that Tilikum has passed away at SeaWorld Orlando.
Then Robert calls in with an interview from Virtual Adventures, the new virtual reality attraction at the Florida Mall.
Hosts
- Ken Storey
- Robert of Orlando Theme Park Updates
- Ed of Orlando Theme Park 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
Special Guest – Jeff Stanford – VP of Communications, Orlando Science Center
Recording Date- Jan 6, 2017 – Live on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park
Music- Song 1
Important Links
SeaWorld’s statement on Tilikum’s passing
News
Leadership changes at SeaWorld, Busch Gardens
Universal Orlando worker’s death ruled accidental electrocution
Single day meal plan announced for MK
Joffery’s Coffee coming to Tomorrowland
Armed Forces History Museum to close
What’s going on with The Tunnels at Disney Springs
International Palms Resort on I-Drive sold, update planned
January 4, 2017
Ep 88 – Gorillas and Volcanoes with Seth Kubersky
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Seth Kubersky stops by for this Christmas Eve’s eve special 3-hour episode of #OTRonFM. He talks about his new Universal Orlando guidebook, the ever-changing Orlando arts scene, and the fallout from the Christina Grimmie shooting.
Hosts
- Ken Storey
- Robert of Orlando Theme Park Updates
- Ed of Orlando Theme Park 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
Special Guest – Seth Kubersky
Recording Date- Dec 23, 2016 – Live on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park
Music- Song 1
Important Links
Seth Kubersky’s Orlando Weekly articles