February 18, 2017
Ep 94 – Dark Nights at CityWalk and a Roadtrip to Hogan’s Beach Shop
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In this episode of #OTRonFM we have a news roundup with news from nearly every single corner of Central Florida. We’re extra energetic this week after SoFlo Energy Drinks drops off some drinks for us. We chug the caffeine and dive into the news. We talk with someone who was at CityWalk when the power went out. Jim calls in with a review of Paddlefish. Ken gives a trip report from Hogan’s Beach Shop in Clearwater. We discuss the name of Fun Spot Kissimmee’s new coaster. And we ask if SeaWorld is properly training their employees these days.
Hosts
- Ken Storey
- Robert
- Ed
- Brian of Orlando Park Pass
- Jim of WildGravity Travels
- Andy of Theme Parks and Travels
- Jake of Orlando Park Pass
- Hotel Correspondent – Kyle
- Show Researcher – Jay
- Show Historian – Kevin Yee
Recording Date- Feb 10, 2017 on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park
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Fun Spot names its’ new coaster
Hulk Hogan partners with Joshua Wallack for new I-Drive beach shop
Is there an issue with employee training at SeaWorld? We debate if there’s been a recent decline in quality at the park.
Paddlefish is reviewed by Jim
Happily Ever After fireworks announced for Magic Kingdom
Bonnet Creek expands convention center
Is Grand Flo getting a major overhaul? Ken says no.
IAAPA announces new location for Orlando HQ
Holy Land Experience gives details and numbers for this year’s free day
New food association launches in Central Florida
The I-4 Eyesore tower could be finished by end of the year
DisneyQuest is confirmed to be closing, NBA Experience on the way
February 16, 2017
Ep 93 – UUOP goes viral and Ken asks…begs… for Planet Hollywood love
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Lee Mallaby of the Unofficial Universal Orlando Podcast tells of how Jim Hill caused UUOP to go viral. Then Lee shares the latest information and rumors regarding Universal Orlando. The show starts with Ken expressing concern over Planet Hollywood getting a fair review. After Lee’s interview, the guys discuss the short-lived ArteGone twitter account.
Hosts
- Ken Storey
- Robert of Orlando Theme Park Updates
- Edof 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 – Lee Mallaby of the Unofficial Universal Orlando Podcast
Recording Date- Jan 27, 2017 on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park | Mallaby Interview Jan 25, 2017
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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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