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The Orlando Shine Show

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Rating
★★★★★
4.8
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49 reviews
This podcast has
100 episodes
Language
English
Date created
2017/04/25
Latest episode
2026/10/18
Average duration
49 min.
Release period
4 days

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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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The Orlando Shine Show - Episode 72: Special Guest Steve Hogan Talks Camping World Stadium Improvements
2026/10/18
Episode 72 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at BrandCrumbs Media (Website), a fancy podcast studio located in downtown Orlando. This week features special guest Steve Hogan from Florida Citrus Sports, a not-for-profit event management organization that brings sporting events to Central Florida.  Topics this week include the future and past of Camping World Stadium, Osceola County school district budget problems, a circus owner who was arrested for leaving animals locked in a broken-down box truck in New Smyrna Beach, and increasing Dengue Fever cases in Apopka.  Holler at this week's sponsors: Orlando Family Stage, 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].
The Rise and Shine Show with Scottie Campbell: Episode 17 – He's trying to get us kicked off the air!
2026/10/17
Shine founder Brendan O'Connor returns to WPRK to chat about the most-read stories – as is the one who wrote them; the insights are particularly good. The most-read topics this week include the World Cup of paintball in Kissimmee, CityArts' Dia de los Muertos and Monsters event, Nauti Lobstah celebrating five years with five-pound lobsters, a developer wants to take 67 acres of rural boundary near Oviedo, and Disney increasing ticket prices. Scottie also shares a bit about his experience at Gatorland's Gators, Ghosts, and Goblins Halloween. 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 Rollins College's 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.
The Orlando Shine Show - Episode 71: Special Guest Patrick Carr talks Downtown Orlando
2026/10/10
Episode 71 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at BrandCrumbs Media (Website), a fancy podcast studio located in downtown Orlando. This week features special guest Patrick Carr from "The Patrick Carr Show," a new project out of his Blue Collar Media Group (Website) business.  Topics this week include allegations that Carr takes money from special interests, his feelings on downtown Orlando, and the boys try to convince him his take on the downtown library is misinformed.  Holler at this week's sponsors: Orlando Family Stage, 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].
The Rise and Shine Show with Scottie Campbell: Episode 16 – She Could Have Been in the Press Pool
2026/10/06
Erin Sullivan, Chief Marketing & Public Relations Officer for the Orange County Library System, visits the WPRK studio to chat with Scottie about the five most-read stories from Orlando Shine. Those stories this week include Orange County voting for a study of the STAR Plan, Biketoberfest's beloved coleslaw wrestling, Old Town selling for millions, Pickles  NY Deli serving dinner, and Spirit Christmas haunting Winter Garden starting this month. You'll also learn what's going on at the library – which is a lot! 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 Rollins College's 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.
The Rise and Shine Show with Scottie Campbell: Episode 15 - She's In A League Of Her Own
2026/10/06
Scottie welcomes Delaina Baker, founder of 1930fore and social media expert, to the WPRK studio to chat about the Most-Read stories from Orlando Shine. In other words, the things you've been reading. This week's stories include a queer-forward, but everyone-welcome boxing event, a cabin with acreage in Affordable Finds, Lizzie McGuire coming to Kia Center, a legal win protecting Florida springs, and photos from Brendan's rare behind-the-scenes tour of Disney. For more about Delaina and her advocacy for women in golf, read our article A league of her own: Delaina Baker is removing barriers between women and golf. 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 Rollins College's 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.
The Orlando Shine Show - Episode 70: Better Buses, Nesta Doesn't Wanna Talk About It, Gobsmacked Parents
2026/10/03
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].
The Orlando Shine Show - Episode 69: Patrick Connolly, Smart Growth, Carlton Ward Jr. Exhibit
2026/09/26
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].
The Rise and Shine Show with Scottie Campbell: Episode 14 – He Calls Shenanigans On WalletHub
2026/09/23
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.
The Orlando Shine Show - Episode 68: Ken Pozek, Orlando Chamber Lawsuit, Paid Dog Parking
2026/09/19
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].
The Rise and Shine Show with Scottie Campbell: Episode 13 - She Makes Use Of That Anthropology Degree
2026/09/16
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.
The Orlando Shine Show - Episode 67: Alpha Bullies, Fall Colds, Deep Voices
2026/09/12
Episode 67 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was once again recorded at BrandCrumbs Media (Website), a fancy podcast studio located in downtown Orlando, which is fast becoming our home away from home.  Topics this week include a new plan by the City of Winter Park to charge for parking at two public parks, the first scheduled public workshop for the Milk District Vision Plan, a new farmers market at Lakeridge Winery, Maitland Art Center landing a three-year relationship with a new programming partner, and Blue Bamboo Center converting its second floor into artist studios for visual artists.  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].
The Rise and Shine Show with Scottie Campbell: Episode 12 - He'd Punch Them, But He Can't
2026/09/10
Brendan visits the WPRK studio on Rollins College campus to chat about the Most-Read stories from Orlando Shine. Topics were a bit on the heavy side this week. The two chat about Milton McKnight's death, the demise of Earl's at Mall at Millenia, Meeting Movers rebutting accusations of their non-existence, being non-violent and still wanting to punch Nazis, and the FWC upping the number of bear hunt permits this year. There might even be some dating life details revealed – you'll have to listen to find out. 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.
The Orlando Shine Show - Episode 66: Nazis, Bomb Threats, (Alleged) Shell Companies
2026/09/04
Episode 66 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was once again recorded at BrandCrumbs Media (Website), a fancy podcast studio located in downtown Orlando, which is fast becoming our home away from home.  Topics this week include the recent impromptu Nazi convention that was a mixed martial arts bout at Kia Center last week, a bomb threat at Orlando City Hall, a follow-up to allegations of a Visit Orlando vendor allegedly being a shell company, the return of the State-sponsored black bear hunt, progress in the long-awaited Canopy park project, and the merging of a pizza restaurant and popular barbecue joint in Mills 50.  Holler at this week's sponsors: Enzian Theater, JustCallMoe.com, Legacy Life Project, 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].
The Rise and Shine Show with Scottie Campbell: Episode 11 - He's Got a Viking Fixation
2026/09/03
Orlando Shine owner Brendan O'Connor returns to the WPRK studio to chat about the Most Read stories with Scottie. Topics this week include: an Oviedo mid-century mod house at a "reasonable" price, the Clermont Gators' Dockside closing, the City of Orlando in trouble for its historic preservation moratorium, Leu Gardens master plan pauses, and the conviction of Halloween shooter Jaylen Edgar. The two also give you insight into some of their local favorite with a round of This or That. 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.
The Orlando Shine Show - Episode 65: Mooncr*cket Grille, TDT, Church Street
2026/08/29
Episode 65 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at BrandCrumbs Media (Website), a fancy podcast studio located in downtown Orlando. It's part of a new effort we're doing with the show that includes some fun new video features, so keep your eyes peeled.  Topics this week include an update on the recently closed (and poorly named) Mooncricket Grille in Winter Garden, a verdict on the shooter from the 2024 Halloween incident in downtown Orlando, an update on the chosen Tourist Tax projects, Leu Gardens pausing its Master Plan process, the State of Florida giving Mayor Dyer's team 180 days to lift the Historic Preservation Moratorium, and a whole bunch of restaurant openings and closings.  Holler at this week's sponsors: Enzian Theater, JustCallMoe.com, Legacy Life Project, 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].

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4.8 out of 5
49 reviews
★★★★★
Deltona77 2026/08/20
Local Legends!
Brendan's passion and energy are always amazing, and I love Jon's pragmatism. Their hyper-local analysis and color commentary keep me so informed and ...
★★★★★
Erika-with-a-k 2025/09/22
Shine on!
Shining a light on all the news you need to know about events and happenings around town with wit and wisdom. A bright spot in our local news scene.
★★★★★
Mills50 Queen 2025/06/25
Love Orlando Shine Show!!!!!
I’m so glad I found the Orlando Shine Show! I love hearing Jon and Brendan talk about Orlando!
★★★★★
Flea Ann 2025/06/24
Snarky AND responsible
Jon and Brendan have the inside scoop on Orlando happenings and have delivered their reporting - and personal commentary - with snark and hilarity for...
★★★★★
Christie Miga 2020/03/01
An Orlando Necessity!
I love this podcast! Every Orlandoan should listen and stay up to date about what is happening in our city. These guys are on it!
★★★★★
Danilo DiLuca 2017/04/30
Finally!
The Bungalower has come to my iTunes and I'm fully up to date on Orlando!
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