Bungalower and The Bus Podcast

Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 262 (Legacy Life Project) from 2022-02-19T02:05:09

For the 262nd episode, Brendan O'Connor and Jon Busdeker hop over to College Park to visit Jim Hobart of MacBeth Studio in his new photography studio and gallery to hear about his amazing Legacy Li...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 261 (Art's Sandwich Shop) from 2022-02-12T04:07:21

For the 261st episode, Brendan O'Connor and Jon Busdeker hop over to Art's Sandwich Shop on OBT. It's almost 50 years old this year so they invited JP Lambiase of YouTube's Hellthy Junk Food to com...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 260 (Ava MediterrAegean) from 2022-02-05T04:16:27

For the 260th episode, Brendan O'Connor and Jon Busdeker head to the grand opening of the new Ava MediterrAegean in the former Luma on Park space on Park Avenue and Moe DeWitt, the official lawyer ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 259 (Lake Nona Wave Hotel) from 2022-01-29T04:18:31

For the 259th episode, Brendan O'Connor and Jon Busdeker were invited to hang out with Scott Wilson and Ben Laube of Ben Laube Homes, at the newly opened Lake Nona Wave Hotel.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 258(Rockpit Brewing) from 2022-01-22T03:56:11

For the 258th episode, Brendan O'Connor and Jon Busdeker were invited to have some beers with the SoDo District peeps at Rockpit Brewing to chat about their upcoming Beerlympics on February 5th. Listen

Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 257(Savoy Orlando) from 2022-01-15T14:28:57

For the 257th episode, Brendan O'Connor is feeling MUCH better and takes Jon to Savoy Bar Orlando to see some go-go boys and try some of their food - they have food!

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 256 (Zoom Meeting) from 2022-01-08T02:14:40

For the 256th episode, Brendan O'Connor has COVID and makes Jon Zoom in for this week's show.

This week’s episode was sponsored by Enzian Theater, Orange County Library System, and DeWitt...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 255 (Deadwords Brewing) from 2022-01-02T20:24:47

For the 255th episode, Jon Busdeker is out of town for a holiday vacation so Brendan O'Connor and Scottie Campbell head to the newly opened Deadwords Brewing for some pizza and a beer and invite al...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 254 (Gnarly Barley) from 2021-12-24T01:08:17

For the 254th episode, Jon Busdeker and Brendan O'Connor are off the radio and hanging out with their friend Sam Gardner from Florida Citrus Sports at the Gnarly Barley to chat about the upcoming B...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 253 (La Jetee Perfumery) from 2021-12-18T01:01:14

For the 253rd episode, Jon Busdeker and Brendan O'Connor head to the super fancy and fun La Jettee perfume shop in Ivanhoe Village to hang out with owner Joey Todd and his adorable dog, Lulu.
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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 252 (The Outpost with Moe DeWitt) from 2021-12-11T15:46:02

For the 252nd episode, Jon Busdeker takes Brendan O'Connor out for a romantic dinner at The Outpost in Maitland and their favorite third wheel, Moe DeWitt, tags along with a film crew.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 251 (The 808 Thorton Park) from 2021-12-04T03:40:21

For the 251st episode, Jon Busdeker meets up with Brendan O'Connor after he volunteers at a bartending fundraiser at The 808 in Thornton Park.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 250 (Black Rooster #2) from 2021-11-27T03:45:40

For the 250th episode, Jon Busdeker and Brendan O'Connor were incited to check out the newly opened Black Rooster Taqueria location in Curry Ford West and ate everything on the menu.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 249 (Hideaway Bar) from 2021-11-20T18:07:25

For the 249th episode, Jon Busdeker is replaced by guest host Scottie Campbell, who takes Brendan to one of his favorite spots, The Hideaway Bar in Ivanhoe Village.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 248 (North Italia) from 2021-11-13T15:08:57

For the 248th episode, Jon Busdeker and Brendan O'Connor head to the newly-opened North Italia restaurant on Restaurant Row on Sandlake Road.

This week’s episode was sponsored by DeWitt L...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 247 (James Beard Dinner) from 2021-11-06T00:54:05

For the 247th episode, Jon Busdeker and Brendan O'Connor were invited to attend a special dinner hosted by the James Beard Foundation at Reyes Mezcaleria.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 246 (The Neighbors) from 2021-10-30T02:32:11

For the 246th episode, Jon Busdeker is on vacation so Brendan replaced him with John Rife from East End Market (for the evening), and they chatted all about the future of food halls and what's up i...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 245 (Mia's Italian Kitchen) from 2021-10-23T04:22:40

For the 245th episode, Jon and Brendan go check out the $35 all-you-can-eat family meal deal at Mia's Italian Kitchen. Get whatever you want; pasta, wood-fired pizza, 1-lb meatballs, the list goes ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 244 (Marketplace at Avalon Park) from 2021-10-16T17:18:48

For the 244th episode, Jon and Brendan were invited to check out the new Marketplace at Avalon Park food hall hub and they got to meet every single operator there - be sure to check out our intervi...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 243 (TownePlace Suites in SoDo) from 2021-10-09T00:29:49

For the 243rd episode, Jon and Brendan sit down with the Vice President of the SoDo Main Street with some new friends from TownePlace Suites by the Orlando Regional Medical Center.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 242 (Taste of College Park) from 2021-10-02T00:21:54

For the 242nd episode, Jon and Brendan were invited to judge some competing restaurants at the College Park Rotary Club's Taste of College Park event. So they did!

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 241 (Oviedo Oktoberfest) from 2021-09-25T00:49:55

For the 241st episode, Jon is out of town celebrating his anniversary (happy anniversary, Jon!) so Scottie Campbell is back to fill his shoes! Brendan and Scottie head to Oviedo Oktoberfest to slam...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 240 (Tabla Winter Park) from 2021-09-17T22:28:56

For the 240th episode, Jon and Brendan head over to the delicious and wonderful and fantastic Tabla Indian Restaurant, located on Park Avenue, Winter Park, and bring along guest co-host, Katie John...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 239 (Jon's House) from 2021-09-11T19:36:53

For the 239th episode, Brendan heads to Jon's house because Jon was up all night hunting gators with the Orange County Sherriff's office.

This week’s episode was sponsored by the DeWitt L...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 238 (The Monroe with Moe) from 2021-09-03T23:31:57

For the 238th episode, Brendan and Jon headed over to The Monroe in Creative Village with Moe Dewitt to eat some ribs and rap about the news.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 237 (Peterbrooke Chocolatier) from 2021-08-28T13:53:24

For the 237th episode, Brendan and Jon headed over to Peterbrooke Chocolatier in Winter Park to eat some sweets and invited Bungalower's official dentist, Dr. David Sutton from Dapper Dental, to ta...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 236 (The Pinery) from 2021-08-21T01:15:58

For the 236th episode, Brendan and Jon were invited to sample the new happy hour menu at the newly-opened Ivanhoe hot spot, The Pinery.

This week’s episode was sponsored by the DeWitt Law...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 235 (Christo's Cafe) from 2021-08-13T22:09:27

For the 235th episode, Brendan and Jon went to Christo's for some greasy spoon breakfast and a chat.

This week’s episode was sponsored by the DeWitt Law Firm, Orange County Library System...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 234 (Noodle Night at Hourglass Social House) from 2021-08-06T23:00:54

For the 234th episode, Brendan and Jon head on over to "Noodle Night" for some tasty "noods" at a pop-up hosted by Le Ky Patisserie and Kai Asian Street Fare at Hourglass Social House. Delicious. <...

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Bungalower and The Bus – Episode 233 (The New Standard) from 2021-07-30T18:24:29

For the 233rd episode, Brendan and Jon were invited to hang out at The New Standard ahead of their upcoming Grateful Dead tribute week, Daze Between, which is part of a nationwide series of concert...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 232 (My Beer Spa) from 2021-07-23T23:18:28

For the 232nd episode, Brendan and Jon were invited to have a soak at the newly opened My Beer Spa (Website) on International Drive, where guests get to relax in tubs full of beer, enjoy an infrare...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 231 (The Axe Trap) from 2021-07-17T00:19:52

For the 231st episode, Brendan and Jon were invited back to visit The Axe Trap in Winter Park to meet their new chef, try some new menu items, and discuss some of the upcoming events and initiative...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 230 (The Cheba Hut) from 2021-07-02T23:05:09

For the 230th episode, Brendan and Jon head to The Cheba Hut in East Orlando to enjoy some super tasty weed-inspired "toasted" subs and some cold beers.

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Bonus Episode: Jammie Treadwell, Treadwell Farms from 2021-07-02T15:25:09

Jammie Treadwell of Treadwell Farms, has been involved in Florida-based agriculture her entire life. In fact, her family has lived in Florida since before the Civil War and they have been farming a...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 229 (Mason Jar Provisions) from 2021-06-25T23:15:21

For the 229th episode, Brendan and Jon head to Mason Jar Provisions in Thornton Park to check out the new pork skin chicken wings and nacho smashburgers.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 228 (SOCO Thornton Park) from 2021-06-18T23:40:18

For the 228th episode, Brendan and Jon were invited to visit SOCO Thornton Park, a restaurant that specializes in high-level Southern comfort dishes.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 227 (Eola General) from 2021-06-12T03:28:05

For the 227th episode, Brendan and Jon head over to Eola General for some bagels and natural wine on the patio in Lake Eola Heights.

This week's topics include updates on Pulse events, CO...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 226 (Orlando Museum of Art) from 2021-06-05T00:51:45

For the 226th episode, Brendan and Jon were invited to Orlando Museum of Art's 1st Thursdays Art Party.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 225 (Tactical Brewing) from 2021-05-29T15:37:38

For the 225th episode, Jon is back and he brought his mom along for a visit to Tactical Brewing in Baldwin Park.

This week's topics include new policies on sidewalk dining, a vampiric hed...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 224 (Segovia) from 2021-05-22T15:28:14

For the 224th episode, Jon is out on vacation and Scottie "Short Bus" Campbell is subbing in on a visit to the Art and History Museums - Maitland for their latest exhibition, "On Seeing Segovia." Listen

Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 223 (Orlando Meats) from 2021-05-14T23:58:33

For the 223rd episode, Brendan and Jon get to hang with the lovely Moses DeWitt at the new Orlando Meats in the Ravaudage development.

This week's topics include relaxed CDC mask guidelin...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 222 (Pizza Bruno) from 2021-05-08T16:48:04

For the 222nd episode, Brendan and Jon were invited to hang out with Bruno Zacchini at Pizza Bruno with some of the folks from the Curry Ford West Main Street.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 221 (Ravenous Pig Brewing) from 2021-05-01T01:36:30

For the 221st episode, Brendan and Jon decided to go visit our pals at Ravenous Pig Brewing Co. and grab a cold beer and some tasty treats in the beer garden.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 220 (Big Storm Brewing) from 2021-04-24T14:25:04

For the 220th episode, Brendan and Jon were invited to throwback som beers at the newly-opened Big Storm Brewing in the Amway Center.

This week's topics include the two-day reopening of t...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 219 (The Axe Trap) from 2021-04-17T02:28:37

For the 219th episode, Brendan and Jon head to The Axe Trap/Remedy Coffee + Buzz in Winter Park to meet the owners, throw some axes, and hang out with our favorite lawyer, Moe DeWitt.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 218 from 2021-04-10T14:57:14

For the 218th episode, Brendan and Jon stumbled over to the Hourglass Social House in the Hourglass District for a special noodle pop-up hosted by Le Ky Patisserie, Leguminati, and Orlando Meats. O...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 217 from 2021-04-03T17:05:38

For the 217th episode, Brendan and Jon head to Bao's Castle to hang with John and Mauricio from Orlando Brewing to chat anniversaries, future moves, and the upcoming SoDo After Dark event on April ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 216 - Tornatore's Pizzeria from 2021-03-27T12:58:52

Bungalower and The Bus co-hosts Jon Busdeker and Brendan O'Connor venture over to Tornatore's Pizzeria in College Park to chat about all the happenings in Orlando. The restaurant is celebrating its...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 215 from 2021-03-20T15:08:06

For the 215th episode, Brendan and Jon were invited to Jinya Ramen Bar to check out some new dishes like the Tonkotsu Curry Tsukemen dipping noodles with pork curry broth. Delicious!

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 214 (Barnie's Coffee and Tea) from 2021-03-13T04:40:20

For the 214th episode, Brendan and Jon are hanging out in a fancy courtyard on Park Avenue after enjoying the new Cappy Hour at Barnie's Coffee and Tea in Winter Park.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 213 (Perla's Pizza) from 2021-03-06T04:02:51

For the 213th episode, Jon and Brendan head to Perla's Pizza in Ivanhoe Village to chat with Chef Michael Collantes about his restaurants and his crazy banana pizza.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 212 (Rachel's North) from 2021-02-27T00:39:10

For the 212th episode, Jon and Brendan were invited to visit Rachel's North in Casselberry. Ryan Manning, the chef behind MX Taco in the Milk District, has taken over the kitchen there and is reall...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 211 (The Outpost) from 2021-02-20T00:50:46

For the 211th episode, Jon and Brendan were invited to visit the newly-opened, completely revamped and relocated, Outpost in Maitland. The owners moved out of College Park and opened a bigger and b...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 210 (The Commission Beer Chamber) from 2021-02-13T01:39:16

For the 210th episode, Jon and Brendan were invited to hang out at The Commission Beer Chamber on Curry Ford where they sampled some tasty craft beers, listened to some great music, and ate some Fl...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 209 (Rockpit Brewing) from 2021-02-06T05:41:06

For the 209th episode, Jon and Brendan were invited to hang out with the SoDo District Main Street's president at Rockpit Brewing with the dudes behind the awesome space and brews.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 208 (Wally's Mills Avenue Liquors) from 2021-01-30T02:59:13

For our 208th episode, Jon and Brendan head over to Wally's Mills Avenue Liquors for some tasty brews on the patio.

This week's topics include the withdrawal of the Henderson Hotel projec...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 207 (AC Sky Bar) from 2021-01-23T00:27:37

For our 207th episode, Jon and Brendan check out the newly-opened AC Hotel and its beautiful Sky Bar on the 18th floor of the SunTrust Center at Church Street. If you come during happy hour (sunset...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 206 (Eola Wine Company) from 2021-01-16T04:51:33

For our 206th episode, Jon and Brendan head to Eola Wine Company in South Eola to check out the new space. New owners took over the popular wine bar last year at the beginning of the pandemic and c...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 205 (Lobos Coffee Roasters) from 2021-01-09T15:46:42

For our 205th episode, Jon and Brendan head to the back patio at the newly-opened Lobos Coffee Roasters in Audubon Park. The cafe now occupies a former Marathon gas station in the heart of the dist...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 204 (A New Year) from 2021-01-02T20:15:20

For our 204th episode, Jon and Brendan keep it simple and head to Jon's house to record in the backyard by the fire pit to watch some owls and chat about the year.

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Bungalower and The Bus – Episode 203 (Haos on Church) from 2020-12-25T04:40:17

For our 203rd episode, Jon and Brendan head over to Haos on Church, the new restaurant/performance venue owned and operated by Blue Star and Kress Restaurant. They also happened to be there for the...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 202 (Hourglass District) from 2020-12-19T17:07:33

For our 202nd episode, Jon and Brendan eat and drink their way through some awesome Hourglass District businesses.

Special shout out to this week's sponsors; Janney Roofing and the Orange...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 201 (Rodizio Grill) from 2020-12-12T01:30:03

For our 201st episode, Jon and Brendan were invited to check out Rodizio Grill on International Drive, where the waiters are super handsome and walking around with big skewers of meat. Delicious. Listen

Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 200 (XMas on I-Drive) from 2020-12-05T04:47:48

For our 200th episode, Jon and Brendan were invited to check out Winterfest over at the Orange County Convention Center and then finished off the night at kosher Grill on International Drive.
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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 199 (Russell's) from 2020-11-27T21:57:18

For our 199th episode, Jon and Brendan headed over to Russell's on Lake Ivanhoe to check out their fancy pineapple old fashioned - everyone's talking about them.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 198 (Digress Wine) from 2020-11-21T15:10:41

For our 198th episode, Jon and Brendan sprawled out on the patio at Digress Wine and had more than a few beers by Ravenous Pig Brewing.

Special shout out to this week's sponsors; Janney R...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 197 (Jon's House, Again) from 2020-11-13T23:58:49

For our 197th episode, Jon and Brendan decide to skip a week of germs and head to Jon's house again like the good old days.

Special shout out to this week's sponsors; Janney Roofing, Coun...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 196 (The Local College Park) from 2020-11-07T20:46:29

For our 196th episode, Jon and Brendan head back to The Local College Park to check out the new podcast podium the owner just installed and to have more burgers than their doctors would be happy ab...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 195 (The Wellborn) from 2020-10-31T02:26:12

For our 195th episode, Jon and Brendan head to The Wellborn for some drinks and tasty dishes with Doug Baaser, who will be hosting a new series of Bungalower Bingo nights starting on Tuesday, Novem...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 194 (Shaker's American Cafe) from 2020-10-24T01:38:09

For our 194th episode, Jon and Brendan head to Shaker's American Cafe and pigged out on breakfast quesadillas and cinnamon roll pancakes. You need to check them out if you haven't and feel free to ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 193 (Persimmon Hollow Brewing) from 2020-10-17T16:56:40

For our 193rd episode, Jon and Brendan camped out on the newly-opened patio at Persimmon Hollow Brewing Co. in the bottom floor of Eo Inn by Lake Eola.

Special shout out to this week's sp...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 192 (The Wine Barn) from 2020-10-09T22:34:39

For our 192nd episode, Jon and Brendan visited Vines and Forks, the eatery in the back of The Wine Barn in Winter Park, to have some wood-fired pizza, great vino, and some killer chicken wings. Typ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 191 (Pom Pom's/Finnhenry's) from 2020-10-02T23:36:39

For our 191st episode, Jon and Brendan visited Finnhenry's in downtown Orlando to check out the Pom Pom's Teahouse and Sandwicheria kitchen takeover and to mow down on some Mama Ling Ling Thanksgiv...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 190 (Aardvark Beverages) from 2020-09-26T02:57:54

For our 190th episode, Jon and Brendan head to Aardvark Beverages to check out the new layout and menu and are flabbergasted by how good everything is. Holler at the brisket sandwich.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 189 (Hard Rock Cafe Orlando) from 2020-09-19T01:13:07

For our 189th episode, Jon Busdeker is back in town with his new horse and ready to rumble. Brendan and Jon head to Hard Rock Cafe Orlando to check out their new Hard Rock Festival 2020 prix fixe m...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 188 (1803 Pizza Kitchen) from 2020-09-12T01:24:26

For our 188th episode, Scottie "The Body" Campbell is back to fill in for Jon Busdeker as he's out of town collecting a horse for his wife, and the boys are at 1803 Pizza Kitchen in Audubon Park. <...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 187 (The New Standard) from 2020-09-05T02:16:21

For our 187th episode, Jon and Brendan went to The New Standard in Winter Park to eat all of the octopus salad and pork belly they could fit in their tiny little bodies.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 186 (American Social) from 2020-08-29T01:59:27

For our 186th episode, Jon and Brendan went to American Social to try their Smashburger and to talk about all the top Orlando headlines.

Topics this week include shakeups at Visit Orlando,...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 185 (The Ravenous Pig) from 2020-08-22T15:57:43

For our 185th episode, Jon and Brendan head over to The Ravenous Pig to enjoy some happy hour prices with their Bungalower Buddy Keychains. Bungalower Buddy Keyholders can get happy hour prices and...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 184 (Hideaway Bar) from 2020-08-15T18:52:06

For our 184th episode, Jon and Brendan go and have a cold beer at The Hideaway Bar in Ivanhoe Village. The inside seating is closed but they've expanded their outdoor seating and you'll feel like y...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 183 (Nora's) from 2020-08-08T12:32:56

On this week's show, Faiyaz Kara is filling in for Brendan while he recoups from surgery and is recorded at Nora's Sugar Shack in Ivanhoe Village!

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 182 (The Lounge) from 2020-08-01T00:51:09

For our 182nd episode, Jon and Brendan go hang out at The Lounge in Winter Park. It's a private clubhouse for boys with really expensive toys and only cool people can get in ... but for some reason...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 181 (The Matador) from 2020-07-25T01:44:32

For our 181st episode, Jon and Brendan go hang out with the craft cocktail makers over at The Matador in Ivanhoe Village - which just extended a really great deal for Bungalower Buddy Key Holders, ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 180 (Reyes Mezcaleria) from 2020-07-18T03:51:36

For our 180th episode, Jon and Brendan go check out one of the larger patios in town at Reyes Mezcaleria in The North Quarter downtown.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 179 (Kraft Azalea Gardens) from 2020-07-11T05:09:34

For our 179th episode, Jon Busdeker is back in town and and takes Brendan to Kraft Azalea Gardens, one of the prettiest little parks in the area.

Topics this week include a maskless party...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 178 (Scottie and Brendan's House) from 2020-07-04T17:24:41

For our 178th episode, Scottie Campbell is back filling in for Jon Busdeker while he's off buying his wife a horse in South Dakota. That's a true story.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 177 (Mennello Museum) from 2020-06-27T02:09:41

For our 177th episode, we cozied up in the rocking chairs on the print porch of the Mennello Museum of American Art in Loch Haven Park, fresh after a rainstorm with a chorus of frogs in the backgro...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 176 (Ten 10 Brewing) from 2020-06-19T22:27:31

For our 176th episode, we saddled up at Ten 10 Brewing for a nice cold pint of locally-brewed beer and conversation. Everyone was wearing masks and we were able to be socially distant at their fun ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 175 (Eden Bar) from 2020-06-13T02:13:03

For our 175th episode, we saddled up at the newly-opened Eden Bar ant Enzian Theater which has finally been allowed to screen movies again under Phase 2 of Florida's reopening.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 174 (Nikki's Place) from 2020-06-06T21:35:22

For our 174th episode, we enjoyed a dinner of fried catfish from Nikki's Place in Parramore, which has been in business for over 70 years.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 173 from 2020-05-30T14:24:08

For our 173rd episode, we recorded the show at Quantum Leap Winery, which is located at 1312 Wilfred Drive on the edge of the Ivanhoe Village and Mills 50 Main Street Districts.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 172 (Maffrey's) from 2020-05-23T16:36:39

For our 172nd episode, we recorded the show at Maffrey's in Ivanhoe Village, a new shop that specializes in good goods and pieces with stories like women-owned businesses, and buy one-donate one mo...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 171 (College Park Cafe) from 2020-05-16T17:24:43

For our 171st episode, we recorded the show in Albert Park in the heart of College Park on Edgewater Drive.

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BONUS EPISODE: A Mother's Day sit down with our mommies from 2020-05-09T02:59:46

It's the year 2020 and we're all holed up in our homes trying to eat our way through a pandemic. It's only natural for Brendan and Jon to want to call home and talk to their mommies.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 170 (Mother's Day) from 2020-05-09T00:20:27

It's our 170th episode and it happens to fall on Mother's Day weekend so we take the chance to catch up with our mommies to ask them some hard-hitting questions on what it was like to raise two won...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 169 (Dartmouth Park) from 2020-05-02T03:12:38

Our 169th episode was recorded in Dartmouth Park in College Park.

The reason for this week's photo is because it captures a word that Jon couldn't remember. It's a funny. We're making a f...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 168 (Mathew's Park) from 2020-04-25T21:24:08

Our 168th episode features our new "Orlando Voices" segment showcasing voice messages from our listeners about how they're doing in this pandemic.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 167 from 2020-04-18T03:16:19

Our 167th episode features our new "Orlando Voices" segment showcasing voice messages from our listeners about how they're doing in this pandemic.

We also get to share a rendition of an o...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 166 (Lake Ivanhoe Park) from 2020-04-11T19:25:59

Our 166th episode was recorded during a pickup picnic at Lake Ivanhoe Park in College Park.

Have your own pickup picnic by calling your favorite restaurants, arranging takeout, and hittin...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 165 (Mennello Museum) from 2020-04-05T01:03:02

Our 165th episode was recorded during a pickup picnic at Mennello Museum by Lake Formosa and the Orlando Urban Trail.

Have your own pickup picnic by calling your favorite restaurants, arra...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 164 (Gaston Edwards Park) from 2020-03-28T18:40:45

Our 164th episode was recorded during a pickup picnic at Gaston Edward's Park, which was fairly busy with local families enjoying the sunshine with plenty of social distance between them.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 163 (Pickup Picnics) from 2020-03-21T17:29:55

Our 163rd episode was recorded at Jon's house - far away from the world. We ended up having a pickup picnic, with food from some great local restaurants so we could spread out the love. Thank you t...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 162 (Morrone Interiors) from 2020-03-14T18:26:40

Our 162nd episode was sponsored by Morrone Interiors, a high-end interior design firm that is celebrating its 10-year anniversary with the opening for a new Bespoke Furniture storefront in Winter P...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 161 (Hawker's Orlando) from 2020-03-07T16:10:16

Our 161st episode was recorded at Hawker's Orlando in Mills 50 with guest co-host Sabrina "Sabongalower" Ambra from Real Radio 104.1's News Junkie program.

In this week's episode, Jon and ...

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Bonus Episode: Craig Ustler from 2020-03-02T03:35:05

Craig Ustler is a third-generation Orlandoan on both sides of his family and the president of Ustler Development Group - a company that's on the forefront of some of the largest projects in Orlando...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 160 (White Wolf Cafe) from 2020-02-29T15:58:10

Our 160th episode was recorded at White Wolfe Cafe, a staple of the Ivanhoe Village restaurant scene that's been there for decades. Ask them about their salmon tartare and the portobello fries - pi...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 159 from 2020-02-22T14:40:20

Our 159th episode was recorded at Ace Cafe Orlando at the kick-off opening event for their new Ace Backyard space - a large green area for outdoor concerts and events.

In this week's epis...

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Bonus Episode: Dominique Greco, Nighttime Economy Manager from 2020-02-21T16:11:54

Dominique Greco was hired as the City of Orlando’s first-ever Nighttime Economy Manager in July 2017; a position that oversees the growing needs of Orlando’s Downtown nightlife scene.

Grec...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 158 from 2020-02-15T16:06:17

Our 158th episode was recorded at Antonio's Trattoria and Wine Bar in Winter Park - it's an awesome Italian restaurant that's under new ownership and management. Try their fish or stick with the cl...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 157 from 2020-02-08T05:21:13

Our 157th episode was recorded at Bulla Gastrobar where we got to sample some of their new seasonal menu. Check out our Instagram to see what we tried.

This week's episode we talk about a...

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Bonus Episode: Donna Dowless, Orlando's Ambassador of Love from 2020-02-07T17:58:33

Orlando's own Mayor-appointed "Ambassador of Love" Donna Dowless has been pulling heartstrings and art strings behind and in front of the scene here in Orlando for decades.

Dowless will b...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 156 from 2020-02-01T15:51:54

Our 156th episode was recorded at The Local College Park, in, well, College Park. It's under new ownership and they're making everything from scratch! Wait until you try their new burgers. The wing...

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BONUS EPISODE: Frank Billingsley, Director of Placemaking and Competitiveness from 2020-01-28T01:16:38

Frank Billingsley, who has served as the mayor’s Chief of Staff for ten years, was appointed as the Director of Placemaking and Competitiveness. A role that will focus on identifying “… innovative ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 155 from 2020-01-25T02:51:55

Our 155th episode was recorded at the monthly Sip and Stroll at Audubon Park's Palmer's Garden and Goods where customers can pound back vino, shop some house plants, and hang around a camp fire und...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 154 (Cilantro's Taqueria) from 2020-01-18T20:08:35

Our 154th episode was recorded at Cilantro's Taqueria in the Curry Ford West District, just outside of the Hourglass District.

This week's episode we talk about people pooping in alleyways...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 153 (Nan's Place) from 2020-01-11T15:12:34

Our 153rd episode was recorded at Nan's Place, a new gallery space in Maitland that's been hosting one-of-a-kind events.

This week's episode features guest Nan's Place owner Matt Umbers an...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 152 (The Stubborn Mule) from 2020-01-05T17:20:11

Our 152nd episode was recorded at The Stubborn Mule in South Eola.

This week's episode features guest co-host Scottie Campbell, our pitch hitter, subbing for Jon "The Bus" Busdeker who is ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 151 (Delaney's Tavern) from 2019-12-27T23:09:23

Our 151st episode was recorded at Delaney's Tavern in the SoDo District.

This week's episode features guest co-host Scottie Campbell, our pitch hitter, subbing for Jon "The Bus" Busdeker w...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 150 (Belicoso Cigars and Cafe) from 2019-12-21T16:33:07

Our 150th episode was recorded at the newly opened conglomerate hot spot that is Belicoso Cigars and Cafe in Mills 50.

This week's episode is our 150th and in due course, Jon and Brendan g...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 149 (The Floridabilt) from 2019-12-14T17:22:31

Our 149th episode was recorded at The Floridabilt on Church Street - a new bar featuring Florida-based breweries, local goods, and the home base for a new Orlando-based tour company.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 148 (Ivanhoe Brewing) from 2019-12-06T21:27:38

Our 148th episode was recorded at Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co. after a fun celebrity bartending gig up the road at The Hammered Lamb.

This week's topics include the new District 6 commissioner...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 147 (Wall Crawl Orlando) from 2019-11-29T01:35:20

Our 147th episode was recorded at Broken Strings Brewery after a crazy holiday photo session at Wall Crawl Orlando.

This week's topics include all the events to do post-Thanksgiving, I-4 d...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 146 (Ollie's Public House) from 2019-11-23T15:19:27

Our 146th episode was recorded at Ollie's Public House in College Park.

This week's topics include the sign another sewage leak from Mills Park, adaptive reuse projects on the rise, and ma...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 145 (Bagel Bruno) from 2019-11-16T00:09:48

Our 145th episode was recorded at the newly-opened Bagel Bruno/Foxtail Coffee collab in College Park.

This week's topics include someone having a beef with an Orlando restaurant staple an...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 144 (Qreate Coffee Studio) from 2019-11-09T14:40:05

Our 144th episode was recorded at the newly-opened Qreate Coffee Studio, a coffee shop/photo studio in Mills 50 where you can rent equipment and a photo wall by the hour or just enjoy some coffee. ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 143 (Tin and Taco - College Park) from 2019-11-02T00:28:32

Our 143rd episode was recorded at the newly-opened Tin and Taco in College Park. Check our Instagram (@orlandobungalower) to see what we ate!

This week's topics include the upcoming local ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 142 (Hungry Pants) from 2019-10-26T00:42:15

Our 142nd episode was recorded at the soon-to-open Hungry Pants restaurant in the former Carol's Place diner on South Orange Avenue.

This week's topics include Hungry Pants and the drama t...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 141 (Ethos Vegan Kitchen) from 2019-10-19T14:41:06

Our 141st episode was recorded at Ethos Vegan Kitchen in Winter Park with elected representative Anna V. Eskamani filling in for Brendan O'Connor who was off in St. Pete visiting Alden Suites.
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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 140 (Deadly Sins Brewing) from 2019-10-12T03:33:04

Our 140th episode was recorded at Deadly Sins Brewing in Winter Park to try their fancy new food menu featuring items like Indian Butter Chicken Flatbread, scratch-made pretzel bread, and pumpkin b...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 139 (Dapper Dental and VR) from 2019-10-05T20:13:07

Our 139th episode was recorded at Whiskey Lou's in the Milk District.

This week's show was sponsored by Dapper Dental and Dr. David Sutton, the new kid on the block in Winter Park. Learn ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 138 (Shampooch) from 2019-09-28T22:46:11

Our 138th episode was recorded at Lambs Eat Ivy in the Thornton Park Main Street District.

This week's show was sponsored by Shampooch!, a dog-washing street party fundraiser taking place...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 137 (SoDo After Dark) from 2019-09-21T16:13:29

Our 137th episode was recorded at the newly-opened Delaney Hotel and Tavern during their ribbon-cutting party, so excuse the noise!

This week's show was sponsored by the SoDo Main Street D...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 136 (Baldwin Park) from 2019-09-14T15:52:44

Our 136th episode was recorded at 1248 Lake Baldwin Lane in Baldwin Park and sponsored by Opendoor.com. We also went to Gator's Dockside up the street to have some nachos :)For more information on ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 135 (Wally's Mills Avenue Liquor) from 2019-09-07T14:56:06

Our 135th episode was recorded at Wally's Mills Avenue Liquors in honor of our upcoming Bungalower Bingo night, kicking off on Monday, September 9 and lasting every Monday through the end of the mo...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 134 (Tori Tori) from 2019-08-31T17:48:21

Our 134th episode was recorded at Tori Tori in Mills 50 and it's not even open yet.

This week's topics were drunkenly covered by Brendan and Jon and include the soon-to-open Tori Tori spac...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 133 (Alfond Inn) from 2019-08-24T19:58:53

Our 133rd episode was recorded at Alfond Inn's Hamilton Kitchen over a series of Bloody Mary dranks. Thank you to Scottie Campbell for filling in for Jon Busdeker.

This week's episode did...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 132 (The Porch Winter Park) from 2019-08-17T15:36:41

Our 132nd episode was recorded at The Porch and Winter Park where Jon and Brendan pretended they like to eat salads for dinner.

This week's topics include robots in the sewers, how to che...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 131 (Digress Wine) from 2019-08-10T00:55:50

Our 131st episode was recorded at Digress Wines in College Park after our Blind Wine Tasting event. So, spoiler alert, Jon and Brendan are really drunk.

This week's topics include swan s...

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Bungalower Bonus: Interview with Jason Reynolds, Orange County Neighborhood Services from 2019-08-06T03:57:21

Bungalower's Brendan O'Connor gets a chance to sit with Jason Reynolds from Orange County's Neighborhood Services Department ahead of his talk at the upcoming Orange County Community Conference, "S...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 130 (Super Rico) from 2019-08-02T23:31:55

Our 130th episode was recorded at Super Rico Colombian Restaurant in Downtown Orlando - one of the smallest yet fiercest places to grab a burger in The City Beautiful - ask them about their special...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 129 (Corona Cigars) from 2019-07-27T16:21:24

Our 129th episode was recorded at Corona Cigar Co. in Downtown Orlando where we saddled up at the bar and had a great schmoke with our cold beers.

This week's topics include bulletproof ba...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 128 (Ivanhoe Village) from 2019-07-20T02:22:41

Our 128th episode was recorded at the Florida Room at Lucky Lure in Ivanhoe Village. It's the more straight-laced sister bar located just off the iron shed that is the Lure.

This week's t...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 127 (Washburn Imports - Winter Park) from 2019-07-14T16:50:43

Our 126th episode was recorded at the fantastic new Winter Park hot spot, The Imperial at Washburn Imports, located at 170 E. Morse Boulevard just off Park Avenue.

This week's topics incl...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 126 (Felipe Rodriguez Tequila House) from 2019-07-06T02:21:28

Our 126th episode was recorded at the newly-opened Felipe Rodriguez Tequila House in the Thornton Park District with guest co-host, Katie Johnston of PulpTown!

This week's topics include O...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 125 (RockPit Brewing) from 2019-06-28T15:24:46

Our 125th episode was recorded at RockPit Brewing in the SODO District - a newly-opened brewpub with delicious beers and with Cecil's BBQ next door, you can eat tater tots all day.

This w...

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Bungalower Bonus: Interview with Giovanni Fernandez, National Real Estate from 2019-06-25T02:49:49

Bungalower's Brendan O'Connor gets a chance to sit with real estate mogul Giovanni Fernandez; one half of the husband and wife team behind National Real Estate and headline-grabbing development pro...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 124 (Wally's) from 2019-06-22T00:02:33

Our 124th episode was recorded at the newly re-opened Wally's Mills Avenue Liquors in the Mills 50 District - which is why we're such yelly talkers! It was so busy!

This week's topics incl...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 123 (Tactical Brewing) from 2019-06-15T14:28:49

Our 123rd episode was recorded at the new-ish Tactical Brewing Co. in Baldwin Park because it's full of service members and Brendan wanted to look at them while drinking beer.

This week's...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 122 (Recess Pizza) from 2019-06-07T23:59:12

Our 122nd episode was sponsored by the Legacy Life Project, which is celebrating their one-year anniversary by offering a $250 discount for any personal biographies that are booked before Father's ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 121 (Ace Cafe) from 2019-05-31T22:21:24

Our 121st episode was recorded at Ace Cafe Orlando on bike night, which is why it sounds so busy. What a great problem to have at a local venue!

This week we talk all about the names of di...

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Bungalower Bonus: Interview with Michael Perkins, Executive Director, History Center from 2019-05-29T17:56:22

Bungalower's Brendan O'Connor gets a chance to sit with the Executive Director of the Orange County Regional History Center, Michael Perkins.

Brendan gets the low down on upcoming events ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 120 (Standard Motorcycle Co) from 2019-05-25T05:09:14

Our 120th episode was recorded at one of Orlando's best-kept secrets, Standard Motorcycle Co., in the northwesterly edge of College Park.

This week we talk all about bottomless mimosas, dr...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 119 (Wall Street) from 2019-05-18T00:07:17

Our 119th episode was recorded at Wall St. Plaza in Downtown Orlando and sponsored by the Central Florida Expressway Authority.

This week we talk all about the recent Orlando 2030 report b...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 118 (Umi Japanese Restaurant) from 2019-05-10T14:11:55

Our 118th episode was recorded at Umi Japanese Restaurant on Park Avenue in Winter Park. They'll be hosting a special Mother's Day Brunch on Sunday, May 12 so you can go try it for yourself!
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Bungalower Bonus Interview: Dean Grandin, City of Orlando Planning Division Manager from 2019-05-10T01:58:36

Bungalower's Brendan O'Connor gets a chance to sit with the City of Orlando's City Planning Division Manager, Dean Grandin, in the last days of his job at City Hall after 20 years of shaping the ci...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 117 (Aloft Hotel) from 2019-05-04T18:05:26

Our 117th episode was recorded at Aloft Hotel in Downtown Orlando. Shout out to the Downtown Arts District for letting us use their conference room because the bar was absolutely packed.

T...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 116 (Ivanhoe Park Brewing) from 2019-04-27T02:46:01

Our 116th episode was recorded at Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company. Because The Bus gets lost easily and it's a safe place for us.

This week we talk all about if Parramore should have its own...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 115 (K Restaurant) from 2019-04-19T22:18:50

Our 115th episode was recorded at K Restaurant, one of the staple businesses in College Park.

The Bus is back from Europe and ready to talk about the headlines. This week's topics include ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 114 (Eola General) from 2019-04-13T16:19:17

Our 114th episode was recorded at Eola General, an awesome new community general store in historic Lake Eola Heights.

The Bus is still in Europe this week so Scottie Campbell is back to f...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 113 (B. Nice by Lake Eola) from 2019-04-06T01:28:41

Our 113th episode was recorded at B. Nice Patio Bar Orlando, a funky outdoor-ish venue on the corner of Washington and Rosalind in Downtown Orlando.

The Bus is in Europe this week so our o...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 112 (Relax Grill on Eola) from 2019-03-29T23:35:42

Our 112th episode was recorded at Relax Grill, a funky little pub on the shores of Lake Eola.

This week's topics cover the upcoming Florida Film Festival, a water main break in the North ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 111 (Campfire at Jon's House) from 2019-03-22T22:41:28

Brendan caught a cold for our 111th episode so Jon built a romantic campfire in his yard and held him close to speed the healing process.

This week's topics range from new restaurants to s...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 110 (SOCO Thornton Park) from 2019-03-16T15:06:12

Our 110th episode was recorded at SOCO, a Southern Contemporary-inspired restaurant in Thornton Park.

Jon Busdeker's back in the house after a quick cruise with his pals at Tom and Dan and...

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Bungalower and The Bus Episode 109 (Redlight Redlight) from 2019-03-08T22:54:48

Our 109th episode was recorded at Redlight Redlight, the best (and only) brewery in the Audubon Park Main Street.

This week's topics include a new Mr. Rogers mural in Winter Park, an aweso...

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Bungalower and The Bus Episode 108 (Shaker's American Cafe) from 2019-03-03T03:01:49

Our 108th episode was recorded at one of the oldest diners in Orlando, Shaker's American Cafe in College Park.

This week's topics include a City commissioner running for Mayor, a cheese sh...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 107 (Claddagh Cottage) from 2019-02-23T23:03:23

Our 107th episode was recorded at the Claddagh Cottage over some steamy pasties and smooth Guinnesses.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 106 (Cafe Perks in College Park) from 2019-02-16T14:39:18

Our 106th episode was recorded at one of Orlando's greasiest spoons, Cafe Perks in College Park.

This week's topics include a new Halloween-themed bar downtown and an update on the coming...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 105 (Vinia Wine Bar in Hannibal Square) from 2019-02-09T15:26:51

Our 105th episode was recorded at Vinia Wine Bar in Winter Park's Hannibal Square. Side note, it was delicious.

This week's topics include a new Halloween-themed bar downtown, a dumpster-d...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 104 (Iron Cow in The Milk District) from 2019-02-02T14:34:59

Our 104th episode was recorded at the Iron Cow in The Milk District.

This week's topics include a new dog park with a bar in it called "Boozehounds," Orlando's bid for WorldPride 2026, and...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 103 (Orlando Meats in Ivanhoe Village) from 2019-01-25T23:04:58

Our 103rd episode was recorded at Orlando Meats with Chef Eliot Hilis, who is hard at work prepping our heart-themed Valentine's Day dinner - "We Heart Hearts." More info on that on bungalower.com....

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 102 (Bulla Gastrobar in Winter Park) from 2019-01-18T22:20:45

Our 102nd episode was recorded at Bulla Gastrobar, a Spanish restaurant in Winter Park, led by the amazing Chef Mariano Vegel.

This week's topics include Orlando Museum of Art moving out ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 101 (Coco in South Eola) from 2019-01-12T15:11:24

Our 101st episode was recorded at Coco Restaurant in South Eola; a "Mexican-vibe" restaurant helmed by gorgeous celebrity chef, German Garcia.

This week's topics include a recent restaura...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 100 (Grill's Lakeside) from 2019-01-04T23:40:22

Our 100th episode was recorded at Grill's Lakeside Seafood Deck and Tiki Bar so we could watch for falling stars from their waterside patio. This recording just happened to take place during the Qu...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 99 (Bem Bom's) from 2018-12-28T05:50:12

This week’s episode was recorded at Bem Bom's a new Portuguese/Mexican restaurant that opened in a renovated bank building in Audubon Park.

This week's topics include the Top 10 stories o...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 98 (Art's Sandwich Shop) from 2018-12-21T16:25:03

This week’s episode was recorded at Art's Sandwich Shop on OBT, a family-run restaurant that's been slinging cheesesteaks for 46 years.

This week's topics include Wally's Mills Avenue Liq...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 97 (A La Cart Orlando) from 2018-12-15T02:41:47

This week’s episode was recorded on A La Cart Orlando, a new hub in the Milk District for craft beers and food trucks that you absolutely need to check out.

This week's topics include hot ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 96 (On A Freaking Bus!) from 2018-12-08T15:09:52

This week’s episode was recorded on a LYMMO Bus with our friends at Rethink Your Commute - RethinkYourCommute.com

This week's topics include transit in Downtown Orlando, health insurance, ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 95 (Jinya Ramen Bar) from 2018-12-01T23:46:37

This week’s episode was recorded at Jinya Ramen Bar in Thorton Park.

This week's topics include a pop-up holiday beer garden by Lake Eola, the new YMCA Family Center coming to The Packing...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 94 (First Watch) from 2018-11-24T22:23:19

This week’s episode was recorded at First Watch in the Mills 50 District. Only the first half of the show aired on the radio so there are a couple of swears in the second bit.

This week's...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 93 (Dirty Laundry) from 2018-11-18T17:11:11

This week’s episode was recorded at Dirty Laundry, the outdoor patio bar in the Will's Pub compound.

This week's topics include what's happening at the old Handy Pantry, a new 24-hour din...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 92: (Broken Cauldron) from 2018-11-12T02:26:39

This week’s episode was recorded at Broken Cauldron Brewing in Parramore while sampling a limited edition beer created just for 11Eleven Fest!

This week's topics include the election, upco...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 91: (Orlando Meats) from 2018-11-04T16:36:28

This week’s episode was recorded at Orlando Meats in Ivanhoe Village, which now stays open even later; 10 p.m. from Tuesday-Saturday.

This week's topics include an Augmented Reality art se...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 90 (Tin and Taco) from 2018-10-27T16:17:38

This week’s episode was recorded at Tin and Taco in Downtown Orlando

This week's topics include an update on Colonial Lanes (it's kind of being saved), the aging infrastructure that led to...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 89 (Junior's Diner) from 2018-10-21T15:21:21

This week’s episode was recorded at Junior's Diner in the lovely Audubon Park Garden District; a staple greasy spoon in the City Beautiful.

This week's topics include Don Price retiring a...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 88 (GetCarJoy.com) from 2018-10-12T22:26:37

This week's show features Scottie Campbell as a guest host, filling in for Jon Busdeker who was up visiting his lovely wife in Georgia!

Thank you to this week's sponsor, Carjoy, an on-dem...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 87 (Jon's House) from 2018-10-07T14:49:13

This week’s episode was hosted at Jon's house because we were so tired after iDignity's Souper Douper we couldn't deal with drinking in public.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 86 (Nikki's Place) from 2018-09-30T14:28:55

This week’s episode was hosted at by our friends at Nikki's Place, a soul food restaurant that's been serving up food in Parramore for decades.

We also get a visit from local blues/rock m...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 85 (Shampooch) from 2018-09-22T02:58:20

This week’s episode was sponsored by Shampooch 2018 and hosted at Lambs Eat Ivy in beautiful Thornton Park! Shampooch is a dog washing block party to raise money for Rescue Me Orlando that's taking...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 84 (Swirlery) from 2018-09-15T02:05:26

This week’s episode was recorded at Swirlery Wine Bar in the SODO District and sponsored by SODO After Dark!

On this week's show, Bungalower’s Brendan O'Connor and guest host Janessa Gursk...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 83 (Ceviche Bar) from 2018-09-09T15:43:40

This week’s episode was recorded at Ceviche Bar and Tapas on Church Street

On this week's show, Bungalower’s Brendan O'Connor and Jon Busdeker chat about a new medical marijuana doctor in ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 82 (Grill's Lakeside) from 2018-08-31T21:09:45

This week’s episode was recorded at Grill's Lakeside restaurant in eastern College Park.

On this show, Bungalower’s Jon Busdeker and Big Tim Murphy rap all about how amazing Brendan O'Conn...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 81 (310 Park South) from 2018-08-23T15:55:17

This week's episode was recorded at 310 Park South restaurant in Winter Park.

On this show, Bungalower's Brendan O'Connor and Jon Busdeker rap all about cat video festivals and an upcoming...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 80 (K Restaurant) from 2018-08-18T16:24:34

This week's episode was recorded at K Restaurant in College Park.

On this show, Bungalower's Brendan O'Connor and Townie Tourist Jenny De Witt discuss the owners of Ferg's Depot, the Mait...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 79 (Redlight Redlight) from 2018-08-11T14:45:12

This week's episode was recorded at Redlight Redlight in the Audubon Park Garden District.

On this show, Bungalower's Brendan O'Connor and Jon Busdeker discuss Enzian's sudden recent deci...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 78 (Hourglass Foxtail) from 2018-08-05T14:47:29

This week's episode was recorded at the new Foxtail Coffee location in the Hourglass District.

On this show, Bungalower's Brendan O'Connor and Jon Busdeker discuss Main Street Restaurant ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 77 (Market on South) from 2018-07-28T15:00:24

This week's episode was recorded at the Market on South, a yummy veggie-minded food hall in the Milk District - some people call it the "Almond Milk District" though.

On the show, Bungalo...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 76 (LGBT+ Center) from 2018-07-21T02:13:05

This week's episode was recorded at the LGBT+ Center Orlando, located in the Mills 50 District. On the show, Bungalower's Brendan O'Connor and Jon Busdeker-replacement Scottie Campbell talk about g...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 75 (Grape and the Grain) from 2018-07-13T21:33:41

This week's episode was recorded at the newly-opened Grape and the Grain in Ivanhoe Village. On the show, Bungalower's Brendan O'Connor and Jon Busdeker talk about the passing of Harriett Lake, Par...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 74 from 2018-07-07T13:10:12

This week's episode was recorded at Foundation, a used record shop in College Park. On the show, Bungalower's Brendan O'Connor and Jon Busdeker talk about the Big Time Street Food opening in Thorn...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 73 from 2018-06-30T15:38:16

This week's episode was recorded at the newly-opened Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company in Ivanhoe Village. Be sure to check it out and tell Glenn that we sent you.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 72 from 2018-06-22T21:17:48

This week's episode was recorded at the Winter Park Foxtail Farmhouse and it was delicious.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 71 from 2018-06-16T18:16:12

This week's episode was recorded at Jon's house ... because we didn't want to wear pants. That's not weird, you're weird.

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 70 from 2018-06-09T04:15:48

This week's episode was recorded at Maxine's on Shine because they now have liquor! So we couldn't say no.

Shout out to Jim Hobart who third-wheel guest hosted with us so he could tell us...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 69 from 2018-06-02T19:07:26

This week's episod was recorded at Tartine Orlando, a fantastic restaurant in the heart of College Park. Check out that pork belly dish!

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 68 from 2018-05-26T15:36:22

In this week's episode, we return to the Orlando International Fringe Theater Festival and talk about all of the week's top headlines.

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[CUSSING] Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 67 from 2018-05-18T16:47:09

In this week's episode, we have a sit-down with Bungalower-owner and Fringe board dude, Matt Broffman to talk about Orlando International Fringe Theater Festival and all of the week's top headlines...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 66 from 2018-05-12T13:08:24

In this week's episode we have a sit down and talk about how Orange County is giving away fish to battle mosquitoes, the possibility of the Francis Eppes statue coming to Greenwood Cemetery and an ...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 65 from 2018-05-04T16:52:52

In this week's episode we have a sit down and talk about Starbucks wanting to buy the Ice Air Auto space in Colonialtown, photographs of statue butts for the City's new calendar, and the new Tako C...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 64 from 2018-04-28T03:32:45

In this week's episode we chat all about who has the best wings in Florida, how to get a free tree, and why you should pick up this week's issue of "Watermark."

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 63 from 2018-04-21T02:50:35

In this week's episode we chat all about the cracks on the I-4/Colonial bridge, Claddagh Cottage, and Thornton Park selfie murals.

We recorded the show at Orlando City Hall during Earth D...

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 62 - NSFW (foul language) from 2018-04-14T00:33:59

This week's episode is podcast-only, thanks Orlando City Soccer! We recorded it at Gringos Locos - Downtown ... and we swear ... a lot. Because no rules!

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Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 61 from 2018-04-07T05:54:48

On this week's episode, recorded at Black Rooster Taqueria, we chat about Arena Soccer, expanding Alfond Inn, and Mayor Buddy Dyer being a frog. For real, a frog.

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