Today we have three guests on #OTRonFM. First up is Tony with the latest news on the Dreamfinders documentary that will be screened at the Orlando Film Fest today. Then we have Eddie Hammon of Andretti Indoor Karting & Games and Rick Wilson of Foundry come on to talk about the brand new, flagship Andretti Indoor Karting attraction that broke ground this week on Universal Blvd.

We also cover all the big news this week including new Magic Kingdom parade rumors, KidsTown opens at the Orlando Science Center and the latest Star Wars land rumors.

Hosts

* Ken Storey

* Robert of Mickey 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

* Touring Shows and Media Correspondent- Richie

Special Guests

* Tony Cortese of Dreamfinders

* Rick Wilson of Foundry

* Eddie Hammon of Andretti Indoor Racing & Games

Recording Date- Originally aired on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park on Friday, October 21, 2016.

News

* With no nighttime parade rumors say MK will run its daytime parade twice a day

* Television Hall of Fame display removed from Disney’s Hollywood Studios

* Popular event ‘Club Villain’ at Disney’s Hollywood Studios to continue beyond Halloween

* The Ark from “Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark” is Now at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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This is show is highlights from the 4-hour long #OTRonFM episode from Sept. 23. We review Kennedy Space Center’s new HoloLens attraction, we talk about tons of WDW news and N*SYNC’s Joey Fatone calls in to talk about his brand new hot dog stand in the Florida Mall. We also talk about the rocky week SeaWorld had on the stock market and we #SkipAMeal to help support Second Harvest.

Hosts

* Ken Storey

* Robert of Mickey 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

* Touring Shows and Media Correspondent- Richie

Special Guests

* Joey Fatone

Recording Date- Originally aired on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park on Friday, September 23, 2016.

News

Muppets in MK schedule revealed

Could passholders be blocked from visiting Star Wars land?

Sanaa adds breakfast service

Rivers of Light rumored to be opening by end of the year

Celtic rock band coming to Epcot’s Canada

Universe of Energy closing date info released to CMs

ABC’s Blackish visits WDW

Citizens of Hollywood returning to DHS

Writers Stop closing at DHS

FuelRod expands at WDW

Havaianas kiosk opens inside Blizzard Beach

DAK gets new monkeys

Central Florida Zoo adds cotton top tamarins

Garcia added to FRLA Hall of Fame

Gary Oerther passes away

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Bob and Ginger of the Central Florida Film Fest talk about this year’s upcoming festival. Bob shares stories from his work with Ringling’s Christmas TV special and the early days of Orlando’s film industry. A lot of focus is on how the film industry has evolved locally. Then Veronica Russo stops by to talk about her new film, Mafiosa. This locally produced film stars numerous Hollywood talent and has received international awards. It will see its’ local premiere during the Central Florida Film Fest.

This week we’re light on the news but heavier on the interview with these three special guests.

We do talk about Taste of the Nation and the Kong themed display that Universal will have this year. Taste of the Nation Orlando, now in its 27th year, will be held at the Orlando World Center Marriott this Saturday, August 27th from 6:45p.m to 10p.m.  Tickets are $150.

Show Info

Hosts

* Ken Storey

* Robert of Mickey 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

* Touring Shows and Media Correspondent- Richie

Special Guests

* Bob Cook

* Ginger Cook

* Veronica Russo

Recording Date- Originally aired on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park on Friday, August 26th, 2016.

 

Important Links-

Central Florida Film Fest

Mafiosa

WDW’s Western Way Expansion

Joey Fatone’s hot dog stand to open Sept 10

PizzeRizzo gets cool, retro style signage

Taste of the Nation

OrlTaste on Facebook

OrlTaste of Twitter

WPRK

Chef Eric, Director of Restaurant Operations at the Orlando World Center Marriott, stops by Studio B to discuss Taste of the Nation Orlando with us. While the majority of the conversation is focused on this fantastic local fundraiser for Second Harvest Food Bank, Florida Impact and Coalition for the Homeless Chef Eric also took the time to help celebrate the growing local foodie scene that Taste of the Nation helps showcase.

As one of the lead Chefs at the largest Marriott property in the world Chef Eric is tasked with overseeing 8 restaurants and staff over 400. Together they help create flawless experiences for guests at the resort. This is showcased at Taste of the Nation better than anywhere else. The event fills one of the largest, non-columned ballrooms in the nation with the some of the biggest local talent for a night not to be forgotten all with proceeds going to help alleviate local issues.

Taste of the Nation Orlando, now in its 27th year, will be held at the Orlando World Center Marriott this Saturday, August 27th from 6:45p.m to 10p.m.  Tickets are $150.

Show Info

Hosts

* Ken Storey

* Robert of Mickey 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

* Touring Shows and Media Correspondent- Richie

Special Guests

* Chef Eric, Director of Restaurant Operations at the Orlando World Center Marriott

Recording Date- Originally aired on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park on Friday August 5th, 2016.

Music- Song One

 

Important Links-

Taste of the Nation

OrlTaste on Facebook

OrlTaste of Twitter

OrlTaste on Instagram

Orlando World Center Marriott

WPRK

On today’s show Ken, Robert and Ed are joined in Studio B by Simon and Susan Veness of Veness Travel Media. Simon is the author of ‘The Brits Guide to Orlando,’ the best-selling guide of its kind in the U.K.  Simon and Susan discuss their observations in the changing demographics of Orlando tourism and how the larger trends in Florida are affecting it. Brexit and changes to the OCSC are both discussed in detail.

Show Info

Hosts

* Ken Storey

* Robert of Mickey 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

* Touring Shows and Media Correspondent- Richie

Special Guests

* Simon & Susanof Veness Travel Media

Recording Date- Originally aired on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park on Friday July 7th, 2016.

Music- Song One

 

Important Links-

WPRK

Brit Guide to Orlando

Hidden Magic of Walt Disney World

OTR Ep 28 – Floating Cars Get Across The Pond

UK vacation time

Orlando demographics

British American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida

HLE updates

Nickelodeon promotes Experience Design execs

Lake Eve Resort on I-Drive sold

MK gets Auto-PhotoPass photo stations

UOR tests out VR with Hulk experience

UOR files paperwork for new 600 room hotel

KSC announces Heroes & Legends to be sponsored by Boeing

Today we come back from our break with a round-up of the news. Then during the Main Event we have the original Dreamfinder, Ron Schneider, join us to chat about Walt’s Frozen Head, his views on Orlando tourism and the future of the industry.

Hosts

* Ken Storey

* Robert of Mickey 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

* Touring Shows and Media Correspondent- Richie

Recording Date: Punch List- June 27, 2016 | Main Event- July 1, 2016

Music: Song One

Punch List

WDW

Beaches reopen with fences after gator attack

Port Orleans food court to get updated

V&A’s Scott Hunnell is promoted to GF Exec. Chef

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique gets a new location

More WDW restaurants test walk-in availability

Universal

Volcano Bay info released

PETS rumors heat up

Not long until Sapphire Falls opens

Other

SeaWorld address sea pens during investor call

Port Canaveral goes up on parking

Hyatt House announced for Caravan Court (136,160 sq ft, 168 rooms, on-site restaurant)

Orlando Attractions Unite

I-Drive plaza sells, redevelopment likely

Westgate Standoff causes ripple effects

ph askes to get bigger

Other Important Links

Today we open with some remarks about the events of the last week here in Orlando. Then we go to two different #OTRonFM episodes plus we have a never before heard Bigger Picture with Kevin Yee about the 5th gate rumors at WDW.  In the first #OTRonFM interview, we sit down with local YouTube celebrity Micah of World of Micah. He talks about his channel, his personal plunge story and tells us about his days at WDW. Then we have Tony, the director of the brand new Dream Finders documentary. We get the inside scoop on what it was like to walk around WDW with the likes of Lou Mongello, Ron Schneider, Ricky Brigante, Kenny the Pirate and JeniLynn Knopp.

 

Hosts

* Ken Storey

* Robert of Mickey 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

* Touring Shows and Media Correspondent- Richie

Recording Date: Intro- 06/12/16 | #OTRonFM with Micah 06/03/16 | #OTRonFM with Dream Finders 06/10/16

Music: Song One | Song Two

Important Links

WPRK

World of Micah

Dream Finders Documentary

Skull Island

Mako Opening

Typhoon Lagoon Expansion news

One Orlando Fund to help our community recover from the Pulse nightclub attack

In SEAS News Wire Episode 2 (June 1) the crew talks Kids Bop at Sesame Place, Summer Nights at the various SEAS parks and ride construction at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. Andy gives a trip report from BGW’s Food and Wine Event and the guys compare SheiKra to Griffon. It’s a news filled episode with plenty of rabbit trails. In the end everyone agrees on the important things; like the Taco Bell near SeaWorld Orlando is the best Taco Bell.

Hosts

* Ken Storey

* Jimof Wild Gravity Travels

* Brentof Wild Gravity Travels

* Andyof Theme Parks and Travels

Recording Date: 5-30-16

Music

BenSound – Ukulele

 

Show Notes

BGT

Summer Nights starts 6/24

Park staying open until midnight Fridays and Saturdays this year

Bad idea given all the rain outs last yr?

Cobras Curse Dates/ opening moved

Name a sloth vote via Facebook page

Lily, which means “majesty and honor”

Iris, which means “hope and friendship”

Yiscel, which means “beautiful girl” and is in honor of Yiscel Yanguez, the co-founder of APPC (Panamerican Conservation Association), who personally rescues, rehabilitates, and releases sloths as well as other naïve wildlife in Panama.

SWO

SEAWORLD RECEIVES THREE MANATEES FOR CRITICAL CARE:

BOAT-STRICKEN MANATEE MOTHER, HER DEPENDENT CALF AND AN ORPHANED MANATEE

After presumed boat strike, manatee mother-and-calf pair is transported to SeaWorld Orlando for rehabilitation along with an orphaned manatee; health improving after just one week

Mako Media Day 6/9

Summer Nights returning 6/18

Notable absence of Light up the night on show schedule

Only noted on one event page of a nighttime shamu spectacular

Could there be a new show coming?

Why?

Sesame

Kidz Bop Live 6/4 and 6/5

Oscar the Grouch bday party 6/4 and 6/5

Storybook weekend 6/11 and 6/12

Bert and Ernie’s Beach Bash 6/11 and 6/12

SWSD

Summer Celebration select dates now- 9/5

Light up the night

SeaLions Tonight

Miss this in ORL

SWSA

Discovery Point Opening Pictures

Thoughts?

Summer Nights Daily 6/11 through 8/14

Water Ski Show

Kids Area Block Party

Light up the night

 

BGW

Invadr

Update on theme parks and travels

Gwazi trains

Daily operation

Food Wine Festival Starting more in main event:

We have trip reports galore on today’s show. Ken visits the Holy Land Experience, Mr. Brian checks out Animal Kingdom after dark and Jim sees what Legoland Florida has in store for summer. The Punch List includes HUGE news coming out of Fun Spot Kissimmee, an odd story regarding China’s Wanda Group, less booze at Epcot, and fun facts about a serial killer who spent time in downtown Orlando.

During the Main Event, we have a wedding planner stop by the studio to give us details on some of the wildest weddings ever seen in Orlando including one that involved a Joan Rivers lookalike and a live alligator. Dawn of ComeSeeOrlando calls in to give us a live report from MegaCon. Plus, we talk about the odd new bus routes that WDW just rolled out.

All of that and plenty of tacos on today’s Orlando Tourism Report!

 

Show Notes

Hosts

* Ken Storey

* Robert of Mickey 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

* Touring Shows and Media Correspondent- Richie

Recording Date: Punch List 5-31-16 |#OTRonFM 5-27-16

Music: Song One | Song Two

 

Punch List

Disney

No more margaritas stand at Epcot

Gone Mad Party happening daily at Grand Flo

WDW makes getting to a water park more difficult

Muppets pizzeria at DHS

China’s Warren Buffet (Wand Jialian- he owns Wanda Group) says Disney isn’t ready to compete there, says he has a pack of wolves ready

 

Universal

Raises day of ticket prices

Auditions for two characters (Penolope and Jaques) happening June 6 for Toothsomes

Kong preview on NBC

 

Other

Old Town/Fun Spot announce partnership

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 10,000th 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

Music: Song 1 | Song 2

 

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

 

Other Important Links

WPRK

Rockit Man’s 10,000th ride of Rip Ride RockIt