Bungalower And The Bus

For episode 414, Brendan is sick, so Mike from Bunglawer co-hosts with Jon at A La Cart in Orlando's Milk District. We talk to April Williams of A La Cart about the food truck eatery and about the new location SODO. This week's topics include the death of Bob Snow, the recent Ramen Rumble and the fire that shut down The Waterfront Orlando. This week’s episode was sponsored by Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week. Release date: 31 January 2025

For episode 413, Jon's out of town for the week so the amazing Ryan Lynch from Orlando Business Journal taps in and joins Brendan for a beer on the freezing outdoor patio at Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co. This week's topics include Orlando Beer Week, Downtown Orlando manifesting Park Avenue, the passing of Aaron De Groft (that Aaron De Groft), Operation Night Cap update, and the arrival of a touring Star Wars-themed burlesque show. This week’s episode was sponsored by Cloud Hop Bakeshop, Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.

For episode 412, Jon and Brendan head to a new bakeshop in the SoDo District called Cloudhop Bakeshop, at 1737 S. Orange Avenue, Suite 300. They just opened a new shop in Waterford Lakes, and you're going to want to try their yummy desserts, like the egg nog cupcake (seasonal) and their fantastic chocolate chip cookies. This week's topics include an update on the Regina Hill case, a new French restaurant opening in the haunted house that is City Food Hall, four new Orlando restaurants being added to the Michelin Guide, and the indictment of the owner of Southern Nights Orlando on multiple counts of child pornography. This week’s episode was sponsored by Cloud Hop Bakeshop, Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.

For episode 411, Jon and Brendan head to ten 10 Brewing to hear about the upcoming Amateur Rib Fest they're hosting this Saturday, January 11 in their back lot - proudly sponsored by Moe DeWitt. This week's topics include the closing of Broken Strings Brewing, Tactical Brewing hosting a big beer festival, Marta signing on for two more years with Orlando Pride, and free Wi-Fi for Parramore. This week’s episode was sponsored by Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.

For episode 410, Jon and Brendan were invited to the Friends and Family preview of Gyukatsu Rose, a new katsu-focused restaurant and bar in East End Market where you can cook your own fancy steak tableside. This week's topics include Brendan's recent trip to Key West, Jon's trip to the Carolinas, the 10 Best Restaurants of the Year according to Orlando Weekly's Faiyaz Kara, the drone mishap downtown, the opening of Good Pour in College Park, and the most-read stories of 2024 on Bungalower.com. This week’s episode was sponsored by Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.

For episode 409, Jon and Brendan are joined by the official show attorney Moe DeWitt and head to Cafe Tu Tu Tango on International Drive to meet Anthony and hear all about what the fun art-filled restaurant has planned for the holidays. This week's topics include Anna Eskamani running for mayor, the end of Snap! Orlando, KCF opening a new sauce-focused restaurant, Pornhub removing access for the State of Florida, and Orlando Science Center's CineDome getting a huge donation for some overdue updates. This week’s episode was sponsored by Cafe Tu Tu Tango, Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.

This bonus episode is brought to you by the Orlando Science Center and its upcoming Science on Tap even ton January 25, 2025, in Loch Haven Park. Science on Ta will feature beers and beverages from breweries from across the State of Florida along with live music, and STEM activities for the wee ones. The event will kick-off at 1 p.m. with VIP ticket holders being allowed admission at noon, one hour early. Food vendors will also be in attendance. Our editor sat down with Jeff Stanford from Orlando Science Center and the owners of Zymarium Meadery to talk about the science behind making mead and what they'll be sampling at the beer festival.

For episode 408, Jon and Brendan are joined by Ricky Ly of Tasty Chomps and the Orlando Foodie Forum at Tabla Winter Park, where they meet up with the owner, Nora, to preview their new menu that launched this weekend. Delicious! This week's topics include the turtling of Church Street Entertainment, the return of Creative City Project's "Immerse" to downtown Orlando, a Cool Job Alert at CityArts, a big foodie announcement from the International Airport, and Dan Newlin becoming the Ambassador to Colombia. This week’s episode was sponsored by Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.

For episode 407, Jon and Brendan head to The Hideaway to check out their new digs across the street from their longtime home on Virginia Drive. The owner Chip hangs out to chat a bit and then we shared a snippet from a Bonus Episode with the owners of Zymarium Meadery in Mills 50. This week's topics include the recent reveal of Operation Night Cap (a months-long undercover mission in 23 downtown bars), a new Greek restaurant downtown, plans for Blue Bamboo Center in Winter Park, and Krampusfest. This week’s episode was sponsored by Orlando Science Center's Science on Tap, Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.

For episode 406, Jon and Brendan head to Cups and Pups in College Park, a new dog-friendly coffee shop where the dogs can't go inside but they're more than welcome on the front patio. This week's topics include the Orlando Fire Union saying we have a shortage of hot firemen with sexy mustaches, Brendan's less than satisfactory trip on the St. John's River ship, JK Rowling hates Barbra Banda because she has high testosterone, and the passing of Harris Rosen. This week’s episode was sponsored by Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.

For episode 405, Jon's back and he takes Brendan out for a milkshake date at Alien Treats, a new alien-themed milkshake and candy bar in South Eola. This week's topics include a new Christmas pop-up bar in Thornton Park, an update from the City Food Hall folks in Ivanhoe Village, a possible refresh for Winter Park's Park Avenue, and the closing of Tornatore's Ristorante in College Park. This week’s episode was sponsored by Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.

For episode 404, Jon's on vacation in Lake Tahoe so Gay Boyfriend Scottie Campbell steps in to grab a beer with Brendan at Sideward Brewing in The Milk District. This week's topics include our new Medical Marijuana Card sponsorship program, EDC, Winter Park buying up high profile property to make more roads, Orlando Fringe leaving Church Street, Gatlin Hall Brewing reopening as a new concept, and the discovery of a young man hiding in someone's attic. This week’s episode was sponsored by Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.

For episode 403, Jon and Brendan head to Tim's Wine Market to hear some Ivanhoe Village history and about the upcoming Jingle Eve on November 23rd. This week's topics include a shooting downtown over Halloween weekend and the subsequent one-week curfew put in place by the mayor, a Disney employee who hacked the company's menu program, the reopening of some parking spaces under the interstate, and a bit of a heated exchange about homeless shelters in residential neighborhoods. This week’s episode was sponsored by Ivanhoe Village's Jingle Eve, Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.

For episode 402, Jon and Brendan head to Parlor Doughnuts in College Park for a sweet breakfast. There's also a special snippet from Brendan's ridealong with Sherry Gutch in the new Ride DTO service. This week's topics include the State of Downtown, the return of YogaHigh at The Acre, a progressive art studio tour, a five-city bike ride, and the federal indictment of someone who lit a flare and threw it in the crowds at an Orlando City soccer game. This week’s episode was sponsored by Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.

Orlando's Director of Placemaking, Sherry Gutch, takes Brendan on an adventure around Orlando's CRA via the new Ride DTO service - an on-demand rider service that will take you anywhere you need to go downtown for just $1. And while they're at it, Gutch shares the 411 on all of the big projects they have planned for downtown.

Watermark Publishing's Rick Todd chats with Brendan about the paper's 30th Anniversary, an exhibition at the Orange County Regional History Center, and three decades of covering LGBTQ+ headlines in Central Florida. The exhibition features a retrospective of 30 of the publication’s most impactful covers, which illustrate the profound journey of LGBTQ+ history over the past three decades. Cover Story celebrates Watermark’s journey from a small paper advocating for increased visibility of diverse identities and issues into a multifaceted media company standing at the forefront of LGBTQ+ journalism in Florida.

For episode 401, Jon and Brendan go to the new chef's table experience at East End Market, The Neighbors, to try their awesome seasonal menu. Spoiler, it was awesome. This week's topics include an update on the Mayor's recent State of Downtown, a new blockbuster film being filmed in Orlando, first responders getting free pork, the return of Shaq/DJ Diesel, and Come Out With Pride. This week’s episode was sponsored by Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.

For episode 400, Jon and Brendan go to the Southern Box Co. Food Hall in The Packing District to catch up after Hurricane Milton. This week's topics include TDT funds and who got 'em, a man suing the WWE for hearing damage, a Tampa Bay legislator who won't let us fix Robinson Street, a new 10-story hotel project downtown, and Kyle Rittenhouse. This week’s episode was sponsored by Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.

For Episode 399, Jon and Brendan head to Twelve Talons Beerworks in the Milk District to grab a pint and gossip about the week. This week's topics include the closure of Garden Theatre in Winter Garden, a new Amtrak route connecting Miami to Chicago via Orlando, a new anti-homelessness law, and a Federal lawsuit against the City of Orlando from a group of downtown bar owners. This week’s episode was sponsored by Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.

For Episode 398, Jon and Brendan run (not walk) to Smoke and Donuts to try their new Friday brunch service in the Milk District. This week's topics include a new ordinance that mandates 300 feet between nightclubs, a group of bars are suing the city for what they see as an "unfair tax," Gen Z hates the status quo, and Orange County is selling that unused Pulse Museum property. This week’s episode was sponsored by Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.