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Author: Brendan O'Connor and Jon Busdeker

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The Orlando Shine Show is a vibrant, locally focused show that captures the pulse of Central Florida. Hosted by Brendan O'Connor and Jon Busdeker, the Orlando Shine Show delves into the region's latest news, cultural happenings, and community events. With their deep roots in Orlando's media landscape, Brendan and Jon bring a wealth of experience and a genuine passion for the city to each episode.

Listeners can expect insightful discussions on topics ranging from emerging local businesses and culinary hotspots to arts and entertainment. The hosts' engaging storytelling and dynamic rapport offer a fresh perspective on the city's evolving identity. Whether you're a longtime resident or a curious visitor, the show serves as a go-to source for staying connected with the heart of Orlando.

Tune in to discover the stories that make Central Florida shine, as Brendan and Jon and The Orlando Shine Show spotlight the people, places, and events that define the region's unique character.
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Episode 70 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at BrandCrumbs Media (Website), a fancy podcast studio located in downtown Orlando.  Topics this week include the opening of Jellyrolls replacement Hurly-Burly at Disney's Boardwalk, downtown parking rates going up, Matthew's Hope slashing services, Apopka Mayor Nick Nesta ousting two top city officials, and some updated K-12 science standards that don't mention evolution.  Holler at this week's sponsors: Enzian Theater, JustCallMoe.com, and the Orange County Library System. Tune in to "The Orlando Shine Show" every Friday at 8 p.m. on Real Radio 104.1 FM or catch the podcast to keep up with all of the top headlines in Central Florida each week. Want to invite us to your restaurant or business for a future episode? Email us at [email protected].
Episode 69 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at BrandCrumbs Media (Website), a fancy podcast studio located in downtown Orlando, and features an interview with Patrick Connolly, who covers events, entertainment, arts, travel, and the amusement parks as a multimedia journalist with Orlando Sentinel.  Topics this week include the need for Smart Growth reforms at the County level to control future development in the region, Florida Springs Council settling a lawsuit with the state DEP over septic tanks in the Wekiva River Basin, layoffs at Orange County Public Schools, UCF slipping in public school rankings, and Disney hosting a $25,000-per-person fundraiser for AG James Uthmeier.  Holler at this week's sponsors: Enzian Theater, JustCallMoe.com, and the Orange County Library System. Tune in to "The Orlando Shine Show" every Friday at 8 p.m. on Real Radio 104.1 FM or catch the podcast to keep up with all of the top headlines in Central Florida each week. Want to invite us to your restaurant or business for a future episode? Email us at [email protected].
Nick Georgoudiou, host of To A Certain Degree (Website) also on WPRK, is Scottie's guest for this week's episode to chat about the most-read stories. The things you're reading most this past week include Denée Benton's Eatonville shout-out in the NYT, City of Winter Park changing its parking program pilot, Orlando Economic Partnership suing the Orlando Chamber, photographer Carlton Ward Jr. coming to OMA, and Commissioner Patty Sheehan casting the lone 'no' on the CRA budget. You'll also get to hear Nick and Scottie's hot takes on TEDx and Pub Subs. If you'd like to experience the music that is played during the live broadcast, check out The Rise and Shine Show Playlist exclusively on YouTube Music. "The Rise and Shine Show" is a weekly radio show on WPRK 91.5 FM at 9 a.m. Tuesday morning, hosted by local notable Scottie Campbell, to discuss the most-read news stories shared by The Orlando Shine on OrlandoShine.com. Each week, those stories are shared in The Rise and Shine e-newsletter on Monday morning.  
Episode 68 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at BrandCrumbs Media (Website), a fancy podcast studio located in downtown Orlando, and features an appearance by Ken Pozek of the Pozek Group, the man behind The Orlando Real, a media team making waves in Central Florida.  Topics this week include the Orlando Economic Partnership suing the Orlando Chamber of Commerce and its president for trademark infringement and falsely claiming a century of history that actually belongs to OEP. We talked a bit about Orlando's new $1.9 billion budget and Commissioner Sheehan's dust-up with fellow councilmember Shan Rose, Winter Park backing off of its plans for paid parking at Lake Baldwin Dog Park (because there's apparently a covenant that won't let them), and a number of upcoming events you should save the date for.  Holler at this week's sponsors: Enzian Theater, JustCallMoe.com, and the Orange County Library System. Tune in to "The Orlando Shine Show" every Friday at 8 p.m. on Real Radio 104.1 FM or catch the podcast to keep up with all of the top headlines in Central Florida each week. Want to invite us to your restaurant or business for a future episode? Email us at [email protected].
Leah Nash has no trouble finding WPRK studio on campus because she used to have her own show. The Executive Director of Timucua Foundation (Website) was Scottie's guest this week. Among the most-read stories they chatted about is Joey Fatone's Fat One coming to Universal, parking changes in two Winter Park parks*, Orlando Mural Fest returning with an expanded footprint, Blue Bamboo's artsy solution to their rent challenges, and a marketing starting at Lakeridge Winery. If you'd like to experience the music that is played during the live broadcast, check out The Rise and Shine Show Playlist exclusively on YouTube Music. "The Rise and Shine Show" is a weekly radio show on WPRK 91.5 FM at 9 a.m. Tuesday morning, hosted by local notable Scottie Campbell, to discuss the most-read news stories shared by The Orlando Shine on OrlandoShine.com. Each week, those stories are shared in The Rise and Shine e-newsletter on Monday morning. *You'll likely be interested in an update to that developing story.
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