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December 24, 2018

Ep 164 – The Escape Effect and SeaWorld Holidays

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Ken and Ed are joined by Dan Suleski, Founder and CEO of The Escape Effect. Dan shares how he went from being a game developer at EA to opening one of Central Florida’s most ambitious escape room attractions. From a 90 minute escape room, the longest in Central Florida, to a new group one that will require up to four people to work together to solve the puzzles, The Escape Effect is making a name for itself by bringing bold new ideas to the crowded escape room industry.

Ken and Ed also discuss this year’s SeaWorld Christmas Celebration with two short interviews. SeaWorld’s Executive Chef Hector Colon talks about the sweet and savory food at this year’s Christmas event and SeaWorld Orlando Art Director Filipe Riviera shares some of his favorite decor at this year’s event.

Recording Date: December 7, 2018 at the WPRK Studios in Winter Park, FL

Important Links

The Escape Effect

SeaWorld Orlando

December 1, 2018

Ep 161- Planes, Trains, and Cruise Ships (plus a megamall)

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Ken and Ed discuss Brightline’s higher speed train and Virgin hyperloop, Then they talk about the latest cruise ship news from Celebrity, Royal Carribean, Canaveral, and Norweigan. Plus they discuss why to watch Miami’s upcoming mega-mall and the super high-tech Island H20 Live! water park reading to open in Kissimmee’s Margaritaville Resort.

Recording Date: 11/30/2018 at WPRK studios in Winter Park, Florida

November 16, 2018

Ep 159 – LIVE FROM IAAPA #IAE18 Day 4 as Pointe Orlando burns with Triotech, Feld Entertainment, and ProSlide

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Ed holds down the fort at WPRK while Ken and Robert broadcast live from the press room at the IAAPA International Attractions Expo. The show begins with reports of a fire at Pointe Orlando and Ken keeps the listeners updated on the fire as the show progresses.

Guests on this very special remote episode include Triotech, Feld Entertainment, and ProSlides. Plus Robert returns to the airwaves after many months away. Robert, Ed, and Ken discuss their big takeaways from this year’s expo and why they think we’re entering a water park renaissance.

Recording Info: Recorded live on Friday, Nov 16, 2018

Special Guests and Links

Triotech

Feld Entertainment

ProSlides

OC Fire Dept info on Pointe Orlando

Orlando Tourist’s info on Pointe Orlando

IAAPA International Attractions Expo 2018 Trade Show Coverage

Day 1 – Roto, Chance Rides, and Dynamic Attractions

Day 2 – LEGOLAND, Oceaneering, 2getthere, Brass Ring Awards

Day 3 – Gravity Group, Aerophile, Hall of Fame Inductees, IAAPA’s new branding

October 11, 2018

Ep 154 – Weeki Wachee mermaids Turnover Walt’s Frozen Head

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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

Important Links

Walt’s Frozen Head | Orlando Premiere Oct 13

Weekie Wachee Springs State Park

Weekie Wachee Mermaids visit SeaLife Orlando

SeaLife Orlando

Turnover

June 22, 2018

Ep 143 – Orlando Comedy Festival with Matt Gervia

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Matt Gervia comes on the show to talk about this weekend’s Orlando Comedy Festival. 90 mins of laughter, stories of how comedy theater is used in local theme parks, and some interesting insights into his work at local attractions such as Fun Spot, Crayola Experience, and 360’s 7D Theater.

Ken also gives a review of Jurassic World: Lost Kingdom in the 4DX format and talks about some new legal action now being taken after last week’s horrific roller coaster accident in Daytona Beach.

Ed says hi.

The Orlando Comedy Festival takes place June 23, 2018. Workshops begin at 10 AM, performances begin at 5 PM. Tickets can be purchased online or at the box office.

Recording Date: June 22, 2018 at WPRK Studios in Winter Park, FL

Important Links

Power 2 Improv

Orlando Comedy Festival