Dishonorable Mention

0:00: We have a little social distancing fun and then discuss the current story of the U.S. Senators who sold large amounts of stocks ahead of the Covid-19 pandemic.

9:08: How are the hosts holding up the past week?

13:08: We take some of your live questions, dear listener!

21:21: Who do you blame for the Spring Breakers crowding Clearwater?

24:26: We talk about new Buccaneer QB Tampa Tom Brady!

27:34: #Floridaman story, working from home, and what changes to our society will happen post-pandemic? Chris also briefly talks about state budget and the end of session. Also shout-outs and wrap-up!

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0:00: Let’s talk the latest news on Mayor Andrew Gillum.

20:29: The presidential campaign presses on with the coronavirus pandemic. Does Bernie have a chance to catch Biden with everything going on? How do you look at this decision?

32:03: What do you think this pandemic will cost financially? Are we doing enough to stop the spread? The hosts chat about the days and weeks of the virus spreading across the nation and world.

47:32: Jordan’s Law passes the House and Senate! Chris discusses the process of finally getting the bill passed to the governor.

54:24: Polititainment! What are we watching on tv while social distancing?

1:03:48: This week’s #Floridaman story, shout-outs, and wrap-up!

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State Senator of District 20 Tom Lee joins the pod!

0:00: Hows is the 2020 session going? What’s the relationship between the House and Senate?

5:58: Tell us about the E-Verify bill you sponsored? Have you gotten any pushback?

11:27: Talk about your willingness to get involved in the more complex issues that others may shy away from.

17:23: How do you combat disinformation and the age of social media? How are your relationships with those on the opposite side of the aisle?

26:35: What’s it like being married to the Secretary of State? What are three adjectives to describe yourself and your walk-up song?

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State Representative Jennifer Webb - Florida House of Representatives
from the 69th district joins the pod…again! She’s our first repeat guest! #podgoals

0:00: How have you and Chris advocated for our region together?

6:28: Explain more about the bill you’re sponsoring.

15:11: Now that you’re in your second session how has your perspective changed since you’ve taken office? And a friendly wager between Chris and Jennifer!

20:05: We chat about the greater political spectrum and how it affects Florida.

22:42: What are three adjectives you would use to describe yourself and your walk-on music!

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The Reverend Dr. Russell Meyer - Lutheran Pastor and President of the Council of Churches and Political Consultant Donna Davis join the pod!

0:00: What are you doing in the state capitol, what would you like to see change in education, and how do you see your role?

21:05: Do you think people are resistant to your message because it’s such a difficult challenge? What advice do you give community groups to help other people?

27:05: Donna frames the current election and how it equates to activism. Do you think there’s an element of media literacy needed?

33:02: Who do you like for the presidency?

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0:00: Chris introduces a very special guest in former radio-man and Chris’ current political intern, Michael Johnson AKA Lumpy! He describes his journey to the state capitol.

5:52: How did you get into the radio business? And what parallels can you take from radio and politics?

8:51: What sparked your interest in politics and what are your ambitions?

13:40: What questions do you have for the Dishonorables?

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State Representative Jackie Toledo - Florida House of Representatives
from the 63rd district joins the pod!

0:00: We introduce Representative Toledo to the pod and ask about the district she represents and the challenges running in a democratic-leaning district.

2:09: Talk about one of the bills you filed this year and why you decided to run for office.

9:47: Do you see the traffic challenges in Tampa getting better? Especially with the Super Bowl coming to Tampa?

15:02: Give us three adjectives you would use to describe yourself and what is your walk-up song?

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State Representative Fentrice Driskell - Florida House of Representatives
from the 63rd district joins the pod!

0:00: We introduce Representative Driskell to the pod and ask what she is working on in session.

4:51: Tell us more about you! Fentrice gives us her bio, area she represents, her re-election campaign, and her love of the pod!

9:28: Let’s talk bi-partisan collaboration at the state level and current amendments and bills.

22:18 : Give us three adjectives to describe yourself and one word you aspire.

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0:00: Becca talks about her experience at the Super Bowl In Miami and the hosts talk about the national response to the halftime show.

9:27: The Super Bowl is in Tampa next year; who would you like to see perform in the halftime show?

15:19: How does forgiveness permeate news stories? What are your opinions on the public bringing up Kobe’s allegations after his death?

27:20: Let’s caucus! We talk “un-Super Tuesday” and the debacle in Iowa. What direction would work the Democrats?

38:43: What’s the response to those voters that would rather be “right” than “win?”

43:28: If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Also, Tallahassee update from Chris, including another planned visit by Dishonorable Mention later this month.

51:56: This week’s #Floridaman story, shout-outs, and wrap-up!

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0:42: Let's check in on Chris' first week in session and discuss Dishonorable Mention goes to Tallahassee Pt. 2!
6:35: It's Super Bowl week in Miami, who ya got? Who's going?
14:27: Ernest was the emcee at the Excellence in Education Teacher of the Year Awards! He tells us his experience
18:12: Becca shares a story about a Trump Rally she saw in Clearwater. The hosts also discuss the upcoming election.
28:24: Is it time for election reform to disrupt the two-party system and the loopholes in primaries?
39:32: The hosts discuss why women's reproductive rights is a partisan issue.
50;18: Ernest asks Chris about a bill concerning a bill that makes it more difficult for counties to file suits against opioid companies.
54:13: Becca releases some breaking news!
57:45: We wrap-up with this week's #Floridaman story and shout-outs!

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