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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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CityWalk goes dark

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

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

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Seth Kubersky’s Orlando Weekly articles

Seth Kubersky’s books

Unofficial Guide to Universal Studios Orlando 2017

WPRK

May 24, 2016

Ep 75 – Rockits From The Past

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On today’s show we hit 88 MPH and unthaw another one of our Winter Break shows. This one is a New Year’s Eve 2016 Special with Rockit Man. We chat with him as he prepares for it 10,000^th ride on Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. Jake, Robert, Ed, and Ken are joined by Rockit Man and his girlfriend for a chat about all the wild thrill rides in Orlando. Richie ends up on the phone by the end of the interview correcting Ken’s incorrect info regarding ABC. During the Punch List, Ken tries to hide the fact that he’s at work but a loud buzzing gives it away. Gatorland, the Sanford Airport and Old Town are all discussed during the Punch List.

Show Notes

Hosts

Ken Storey
Robert of Mickey Updates
Brian of Orlando Park Pass
Jim of Wild Gravity 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
Touring Shows and Media Correspondent- Richie

Recording Date: Punch List 5-24-16 |#OTRonFM 12-31-15

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Punch List

Sanford Orlando International Airport gets influx of new development

Grad Night H20 coming to Typhoon Lagoon

Muppets pizza restaurant coming to DHS

Uniq Hotel Orlando gets updated design

Gatorland submits plans for a swamp buggy attraction

Old Town is getting a new Ferris Wheel

Ep 69 (Full Show) – Plunging With Derek’s Underlings and Other Adult Content

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Jim shares breaking news out of SeaWorld Orlando regarding the future of the dolphins. Lots of new items coming out of WDW. Then during the Main Event MegADis shares her Florida Plunge story and why she calls Derek Burgan her Overlord.

Show Notes

Hosts

Ken Storey
Robert of Mickey Updates
Brian of Orlando Park Pass
Jim of Wild Gravity 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
Touring Shows and Media Correspondent- Richie
Special Guest- Meg Temple

Recording Date: Main Event- 4/4/16 | Punch List- 4/1/16, 4/6/16

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Punch List

SeaWorld Orlando’s Dolphin Cove Update

Coral Reef begins testing late night reservations, allowing guests to dine in Epcot until 9:30 PM

Muppets could be getting their own themed area at DHS

New details on Tiffins at DAK

Wallack’s I-Drive projects move forward

Visit Florida gets reviewed

Back to the Future in Japan is closing

March 29, 2016

Ep 68 – Big Tourism, Local Science

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Jeannine of the Orlando Science Center shares details on how this local educational museum stays relevant in one of the most competitive markets for families in the nation. Details are given on updates to events, exhibits and future plans.

During the Punch List Jim and Ken talk about Disney World’s latest hard ticket events, Legoland’s announcements and rules bloggers should follow. The show starts with a rumor regarding Attractions Magazine and ends with an update to Kong.

Note- There is an unusual amount of static in today’s episode.