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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.
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 30 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at Bagel King - Casselberry (Website), a family-owned and operated bakery that was founded in Winter Park back in 1977. We invited third generation Bagel King, Frankie Perrotta, to hop on the show and chat about his family, the bagel scene, and what they've been cooking up - but we had a technical mishap and lost his interview! Shout out to Scottie Campbell for filling in on the fly. We'll be doing a makeup interview with Frankie this week! Topics this week include the pending closure of Tanqueray's Bar in downtown Orlando, a strike in the ECHL that could affect Orlando Solar Bears games, Orlando Sentinel suing FDOT for access to public records, and the passing of famous YouTuber Adam the Woo and the founder of Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts, Chris Cortez. Holler at this week's sponsors, Jim Hobart's Legacy Life Project, JustCallMoe.com, Orange County Library System, and Orlando Magazine's recent Central Florida's Finest Doctor issue, now available on stands near you. 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 News@OrlandoShine.com!
Episode 29 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at Pizza Bruno - Maitland (Website), in the Maitland Social food hall - where you'll also find Wave Sushi, Thrive Cocktail Lounge, Foxtail Coffee, and Urban Body Works fitness Center. The crew at Bruno's really rolled out the red carpet so be sure to check our video recap on OrlandoShine.com and our socials so you can see all the yummy things we tried! Topics this week include the passing of Captain John cheek - the founder of Orlando Brewing, a new Trader Joe's coming to Maitland, a new Greek concept opening in the former Local Bar and Grill in College Park, and the official show lawyer Moses DeWitt weighs in on the Protection of Children Act and the State's war on prosthetic boobies, and a man who threw a flare at a 2024 soccer game who is looking at a pretty lengthy (possibly) jail sentence. Holler at this week's sponsors, JustCallMoe.com, Orange County Library System, and Orlando Magazine's recent Central Florida's Finest Doctor issue, now available on stands near you. 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 News@OrlandoShine.com!
Episode 28 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at Charlie's Bakery and Creamery (Website), in Curry Ford West. The owners, Tricia and Troy Hage, spent some time with us talking about the history of the space, all the awards they've won, and about how they plan to bring some breakfast options in January 2026 - including bagels and fancy croissants. Topics this week include Roger Chapin winning the runoff election for Orlando City Council's District 3 seat by 200 votes, an update on the Legionnaire's outbreak in Ocoee, Pom Moongauklang isn't affiliated with Pom Pon's Sandwicheria anymore, Rollins College is raising tuition pricing, and more. Holler at this week's sponsors, JustCallMoe.com, Orange County Library System, and Orlando Magazine's recent Central Florida's Finest Doctor issue, now available on stands near you. 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 News@OrlandoShine.com!
Episode 27 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at Quantum Leap (Facebook), in their month-long holiday pop-up at East End Market. They've partnered up with folks like La Femme du Fromage, Cuisiniers, and more for yummy cheese plates, soups, and more. And don't forget wine. Topics this week include an update on the Sentinel property in downtown Orlando, Blue Origin applying for a permit to dump wastewater in the sensitive Indian Lagoon, a Legionnaires outbreak at an Ocoee fitness club, Fraggles at the Kennedy Space Center, and an update on Chad the Sandbag. Holler at this week's sponsors, JustCallMoe.com, Orange County Library System, and Orlando Magazine's recent Central Florida's Finest Doctor issue, now available on stands near you. 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 News@OrlandoShine.com!
Episode 26 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at Art2 Park (Website), a new urban pocket park in downtown Orlando operated by the folks at A La Cart. Topics this week include a special Small Business Saturday retail shuttle circulator, Renaissance Theatre moving into the former Mad Cow/ArtSpace venue on Church Street, MCO wants its own police force, Mattel wants to open a toy-themed water park in Orlando, two people were arrested for "aggressive chalking" at the Pulse site, and Krampusfest is coming to the Milk District on December 7. Holler at this week's sponsors, JustCallMoe.com, Orange County Library System, and Orlando Magazine's recent 2025 Dining Awards issue, now available on stands near you. 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 News@OrlandoShine.com!
Episode 25 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at Antica Pizzeria & Market (Website) with chef/co-owner Kevin Turner. Topics this week include a holiday-themed festival coming to Dr. Phillips Center of the Performing Arts in December, Kroger closing its Florida operations, a new "slotharium" coming to International Drive, the closing of Dapper Duck Bar in downtown Orlando, and ex-commissioner Regina Hill suing to overturn the recent election results. Holler at this week's sponsors, JustCallMoe.com, Orange County Library System, and Orlando Magazine's recent 2025 Dining Awards issue, now available on stands near you. 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 News@OrlandoShine.com!
Episode 24 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at Hollerbach's German Restaurant (Website) with guest host Scottie Campbell, following a preview of this year's Asian Lantern Festival at the Central Florida Zoo. Topics this week include a search for a new mascot by The Orlando Storm (and our recommendations), Florida's Chief Financial Officer Natalie Imbruglia says Orlando's budget is "relatively in check," Tactical Brewing moving into a larger home just down the street, the possible construction of a new hotel in downtown Orlando, and the pending closure of another. Holler at this week's sponsors, JustCallMoe.com, Orange County Library System, and Orlando Magazine's recent 2025 Dining Awards issue, now available on stands near you. 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 News@OrlandoShine.com!
Austrian-born, Berlin-based DJ and producer Ely Oaks (Instagram | TikTok) is one of the fastest-rising names in electronic music, fueled by a massive social media following, a string of high-energy releases, and a touring schedule that is taking him around the world. At the recent EDC Orlando, he sat down with Brenda from Bithlo (Instagram) for an open, funny, and oddly grounded conversation about his journey from the Austrian Alps to the main stage. Catch the video interview on our YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok accounts.
Episode 23 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at Rock 'n' Rev Ocoee (Website), a bar and grill entertainment venue with a rotating lineup of themed events and live music. We hear they have a pretty mean $10 lunch special, too - though we haven't tried it. Topics this week include a follow up to last week's discussion on Volusia County Council cutting hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of funding for art programming, local election results and drama from one of the rejected candidates (three guesses who), MCO reducing flights per an FAA mandate, the top places to eat according to Yelp Elites, and some upcoming events. Holler at this week's sponsors, JustCallMoe.com, Orange County Library System, and Orlando Magazine's recent 2025 Dining Awards issue, now available on stands near you. 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 News@OrlandoShine.com!
Episode 22 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at Ravenous Pig Brewing (Website) in Winter Park. And since it was a Halloween show, we invited our amazing dentist, Dr. David Sutton of Dapper Dental (Website), to come and chat about sugar and candy and how to take care of our teefs. Topics this week include Volusia County Council cutting hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of funding for art programming, Alex Freeman of Orlando City SC being named MLS Young Player of the Year, Chris Cortez leaving Blue Bamboo, DeLand questioning e-bike use for minors, film incentives, and Orlando losing its best Cuban sandwich spot. Holler at this week's sponsors, JustCallMoe.com, Orange County Library System and its upcoming Nicholas Sparks reading, and Orlando Magazine and its "Faces of Orlando" issue. 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 Brendan@OrlandoShine.com!
Episode 20 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at Nauti Lobstah (Website) in Apopka, which is celebrating its 4-year anniversary with some killer specials, including a 4-pound lobster roll that you won't want to miss. A special thank you to guest co-hosts Ryan Lynch from Orlando Business Journal and Scottie Campbell for subbing in for Jon while he's up in Detroit. Topics this week include an interview with Nauti Lobstah co-owner Chef Mike Rumplik (originally from Rhode Island), new luxury apartments by Aston Martin headed to Daytona Beach Shores, Jacksonville Jaguars' pending decision about moving to Camping World Stadium in 2027, EA Games and their presence in Creative Village, Orlando City getting the boot from the playoffs, and a later night service expansion for SunRail. Holler at this week's sponsors, JustCallMoe.com, Orange County Library System and its upcoming Nicholas Sparks reading, and Orlando Magazine and its "Faces of Orlando" issue. 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 Brendan@OrlandoShine.com!
Episode 20 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at Still Lounge by Dre and Snoop (Website) at Live! at Pointe Orlando for their big opening. Topics this week include the new CineDome renovation at the Orlando Science Center, the return of TED x Orlando, fancy new seating at Inter&Co Stadium, Banana Ball coming to ESPN Wide World of Sports in 2026, and a change in scop for the Holocaust Museum for Hope and Humanity in Ivanhoe Village. Holler at this week's sponsors, JustCallMoe.com, Orange County Library System and its upcoming Nicholas Sparks reading, and Orlando Magazine and its "50 Most Powerful People" issue. 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 Brendan@OrlandoShine.com!
Episode 19 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at Corner Chophouse (Website) in Winter Park's Hannibal Square neighborhood. Topics this week include the City of Orlando not banning Pride banners (despite rumors) - but FDOT is going after them on state roads, Orlando naming a new Poet Laureate despite Florida's Chief Financial dude Natalie Imbruglia saying its dumb, Orlando's new football team, Three Odd Guys Brewing closing its Apopka taproom, a pending Bob Ross art auction to raise funds for Public Broadcasting, and the calming of Corrine Drive. Holler at this week's sponsors, JustCallMoe.com, Orange County Library System and its upcoming Trick or Treat Safe Zone on Sunday, October 12, and Orlando Magazine and its "50 Most Powerful People" issue. 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 Brendan@OrlandoShine.com!
Episode 18 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at Drunken Monkey Coffee Bar (Website) in Orlando's Milk District. Topics this week include Coastal Catch Restaurant Month in New Smyrna Beach, Enzian Theater trying to get fancy new equipment, Kissimmee's new Latin Culinary Trail, and a new Master Plan renovation coming to Leu Gardens. Holler at this week's sponsors, JustCallMoe.com, Orange County Library System and its upcoming Trick or Treat Safe Zone on Sunday, October 12, and Orlando Magazine and its "50 Most Powerful People" issue. 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 Brendan@OrlandoShine.com!
Episode 17 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at Funny Bone Comedy Club (Website) with guest Krista Spanick, the General Manager of Funny Bone Comedy Club, ahead of the JustCallMoe Comedy Jam on October 2. Topics this week include Orlando's plans for an O-Line multi-use trail in SoDo, an update for Eatonville's Hungerford site, the opening of a 24-hour arcade venue on International Drive, more redlight cameras, and the temporary closure of Renaissance Theatre by Orlando code enforcement. Holler at this week's sponsors, JustCallMoe.com, Orange County Library System and its upcoming Melrose Film Fest on September 27, and Orlando Magazine and its "Peek Behind The Curtain" issue. 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 brendan@orlandoshine.com!
Episode 16 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida (Website) with guest Greg Higgerson, the Chief Development Officer, to chat about Hunger Action Month. Topics this week include a woman who bit an aggressive off-leash pit bull to save her dog, Orange County going after the holiday decorations of a Winter Garden family, an "eatertainment" chain closing an Orlando venue, Prato Restaurant taking a little refresh break in Winter Park, and what happens when the MCO tram breaksdown - spoiler, you walk. Holler at this week's sponsors, JustCallMoe.com, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, Orange County Library System and its Yarn-fiti event, Orlando Magazine and its "Peek Behind The Curtain" issue, and the 4Roots Harvest Festival on October 11. 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 brendan@orlandoshine.com!
On this episode of The Orlando Shine Show, host Brendan O'Connor sits down with Leah Nash, Executive Director of the Timucua Arts Foundation (Website), and Benoit Glazer, its Founder and Artistic Director, to mark the organization's 25th anniversary. Together they trace Timucua's evolution from intimate house concerts with friends and neighbors to a nationally recognized hub for live performance and community arts, and discuss how its artist-first approach has reshaped Orlando's music scene. Listen in for stories about Benoit's Canadian roots, his education, the foundation's beginnings, its one-of-a-kind venue, and its plans for the next 25 years of boundary-pushing programming in this special bonus episode.
Episode 15 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at City Beautiful Cafe (Website) with guest host Scottie Campbell. Topics this week include a new ordinance in Clermont that does away with height restrictions for American flags (because, America), a 74-year old arrested for a real estate Ponzi scheme, a citrus wizard in DeLand, an expansion of the Maitland Art Center, Apopka pausing funding for its embatteld Main Street program (that was woefully underfunded anyway), and some big events happening this weekend, including a Tattoo Show at Osceola Heritage Park, a belly flop contest in Baldwin Park, the Booze and Bites Festival in The Milk District, and the Fall Plant Sale at Nehrling Gardens. Holler at this week's sponsors, JustCallMoe.com, Orange County Library System, and Library Card Sign-up Month, Orlando Magazine an its "Peek Behind The Curtain" issue, and the 4Roots Harvest Festival on October 11. 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 brendan@orlandoshine.com!
Episode 14 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at The Porch Winter Park(Website) with guest hosts Moses DeWitt of JustCallMoe (Website) and Don Almeida, That Mortgage Guy Don (Website). Topics this week include an opening date for the long-awaited H Mart, the closing of multiple PDQ locations, Christina Hollerbach stepping away from Hollerbach's German Restaurant to start her own consulting firm and to run for mayor, the return of Nosferatu to the Renaissance Theatre Company, Enzian's lineup for this year's "13 Films of Halloween," an update to Apopka's Main Street mural hullabaloo, and the opening of a new secret pizza window in Audubon Park. 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 brendan@orlandoshine.com!
Episode 13 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at Moa Kai Hawaiian Diner (Website) in The Milk District, where they "make food that makes people happy," inspired by the people, culture, and flavors of Hawaii. Yes, they have spam. Topics this week include the first episode of a new Radio Play series called "The Adventures of Ada Quark" (be sure to listen during the break or you'll miss it), drama in Apopka over a mural commissioned by a Main Street based on a design they didn't have approval for, Red Bull's upcoming tandem rollercoaster obstacle course event in Altamonte Springs, the leaders of Critical Mass walking away from the event because of the "wheelie kids," and Shaq's music career. 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 brendan@orlandoshine.com!
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