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The Orlando Shine Show

The Orlando Shine Show

By: 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.2025 Politics & Government
Episodes
  • The Rise and Shine Show with Scottie Campbell - Episode 3: Jonesin' For Dunkin'
    Jul 1 2026

    Comedian-turned-sculptor Jeff Jones is Scottie's guest to chat about Orlando Shine's Most Read stories. Most Read this week includes the City of Orlando's passing of the historic preservation moratorium, the return of Orlando Weekly's Best of party, a restaurant fire at Disney, Orlando apparently being a little less deadly, and the ongoing Saga of area Dunkin' Donuts closing. Lastly, the two discuss what can be done to increase signups for vote-by-mail ballots.

    Featured Songs:

    • I'm Shakin' – Jack White
    • I'm Still Standing – Charming Liars
    • I Need You – Jon Batiste

    "The Rise and Shine Show" is a weekly radio show on WPRK 91.5 FM at 9 a.m. Monday morning, hosted by local notable Scottie Campbell, to discuss the Top 5 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.

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    55 mins
  • The Orlando Shine Podcast – Episode 56: Papa Diesel BBQ in Apopka
    Jun 27 2026

    Episode 56 of "The Orlando Shine Show" was recorded at Papa Diesel BBQ (Website) in Apopka, which has officially joined our top five favorite BBQ places in Central Florida, in part because of the amazing food, but also because of the amazing family making it all happen.

    Topics this week include the reopening of the Winter Park Nine golf course, the return of Orlando Weekly's Best of Orlando Awards Party after a seven-year hiatus, an update on the City of Orlando passing its controversial Historic Preservation moratorium, East End Market looking for a muralist, and a former juvenile probation officer arrested for leaking arrest warrants to drug traffickers.

    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 News@OrlandoShine.com

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    47 mins
  • The Rise and Shine Show with Scottie Campbell: Episode 2: Bourbon and Busdeker
    Jun 26 2026

    Jon Busdeker, marketing guru and co-host of "The Orlando Shine Show" on Real Radio 104.1 FM, discusses the Orlando Shine's "most read" stories with Scottie. Those stories include: Terry Bradshaw signing bottles of booze this week in The City Beautiful, Mount Dora's first-ever Restaurant Week, where to watch the World Cup, Dunkin' Donuts closing multiple locations, and Tuni's being forced to relocate from Park Avenue. The two end the show while trying to solve I-4 congestion in the Disney area.

    Featured Songs:

    • I'll Do It - Eugene Snowden
    • Don't You Ever Give Me Up! - Eisenach
    • Love Is Letting Go - Ashe featuring Diane Keaton

    "The Rise and Shine Show" is a weekly radio show on WPRK 91.5 FM at 9 a.m. Monday morning, hosted by local notable Scottie Campbell, to discuss the Top 5 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.

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    57 mins
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