Dishonorable Mention

0:42: We open with some classic polititainment! What is polititainment? Well it's what we are here at Dishonorable Mention, talking everyday politics and pop-culture within our everyday lives. (It's another way of saying we go off-the-rails!)
10:12: We talk about the prison system; currency, privatization, punishment, and government contracts.
23:12: Becca asks a (kinda) serious question.
26:39: The hosts discuss the Tampa Bay Times direction and staff reductions.
42:35: Becca discusses her health insurance costs and the future of healthcare solutions.
52:14 Let's talk about the Scientology article the Times wrote.
1:10:29: Wrap-up, big thanks, this week's #FloridaMan and #FloridaWoman story and shout-outs!

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0:42: We talk about the Clearwater Jazz Holiday and what we are looking forward to ahead of the 40th anniversary of the event!
20:27: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers may be at a crossroads with QB Jameis Winston coming up at the end of his rookie contract; the hosts discuss him and the Bucs loss to the Carolina Panters in London.
32:53: Favorite celebrity shout-outs? And USF Football beats BYU in a thrilling Homecoming game while BYU makes history.
39:22: The hosts discuss movies and tv shows we hasn't seen that are quite surprising and why do people liked to get scared?
46:47: We talk more about the Clearwater Jazz Holiday, this week's #Floridaman Story and shout-outs.

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0:42: Karla discusses her work with a cyber-bullying forum on the campus of USF this past week. She discusses her findings and shares an individual’s story on being cyber-bullied and her experience with UPD.
8:41: What can be done in higher education to make sure victim’s are heard?
18:01: How are we raising men in this country? Is there something we can do to break the cycle?
24:12: Former USF Football Player Joshua Brown was killed over the weekend. He recently testified against Dallas police officer Amber Guyger who shot and killed Botham Jean in his apartment.
33:09: Discussing difficult issues and creating more dialogue is a necessity.
36:20: This week's #Floridaman story, shout-outs, and wrap-up.

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0:42: Intros, Tampa Bay Times talk, USF Bulls, and sports!
8:35: President Donald Trump keeps digging himself into the Ukraine incident. The hosts discuss impeachment inquiries, removal, the office of the presidency, and the affects on the 2020 election.
23:32: Marco Rubio states the investigation should play out, Governor Desantis backs a presidential protection fund. Should political parties fundraise off of this situation? Should Republicans align with President Trump?
33:42: Which other presidents or elected officials have similar speech patterns to President Trump? Who are the Dishonorables favorite Presidents?
39:57: Does the level of access in today's connected climate cause for a search for perfection in people?
40:39: Becca talks about her travels to Wisconsin and speakers with various viewpoints being able to speak in public forum regardless of allegiance.

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0:42: Intros and the city of Clearwater electing a sea turtle for Mayor!?
11:03: On this episode of “what the hell Chris!” Governor Desantis’ call for donations to the Protect the President fund and more conversation on the President.
26:56: The love and affection towards Ernest after his reassignment and a column about Northwest High School senior Jacquez Welch.
32:08: Podcast business and we talk about Ernest’s trip to California. The hosts also discuss the possibility of bringing family and friends on the pod to disclose our deepest, darkest, secrets.
40:42: Should folks be allowed to carry rifles openly? Also which of the dishonorables have a shot a gun at a range?
43:50: We chat about the Tampa Bay Rays’ playoff push and future.
45:42: We take a live Facebook question!
55:07: We talk more about the Rays’ potential future and if other cities will pony up the money to build a new stadium. Are state-of-the-art publicly funded stadiums a thing of the past?
1:01:07: The host discuss transit issues in Florida.
1:04:11:Old fashioned polititainement. We go from stories from Ernest’s past, and our (not-so) scandalous pasts.
1:13:21: Shout-outs.

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0:42: People have been pouring it out for Ernest Hooper of social media with his final column and job segue at the Times.
7:49: The hosts debate on campaign finance reform.
16:30: The Mayor of Clearwater made an interesting statement, the hosts talk about Mayor George Cretekos.
18:04: We talk about the Golden Girls reboot, Saved by the Bell reboot and more.
22:39: Becca tells a story about one of Chris' constituents reaching out to him about the pod; and we have two #FloridaMan stories.
27:27: Let's talk about being arrested.
36:45: We take live listener questions!
45:23: Netflix has gained the rights to streaming Seinfeld. Will this be a decent replacement for Friends and The Office? How is this affecting the streaming wars? And more live listener questions!
57:58: Shout-outs!

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1:15: The dulcet tones of Ernest Hooper, intros, ticket stories, childhood aspirations, go-to karaoke songs and more.

16:40: The hosts discuss the aftermath and affects of Hurricane Dorian on the Bahamas and relief efforts.

20:36: Thoughts on reincarnation.

25:20 The hosts discuss a proposal pertaining to kids in foster care.

37:37: Does the system deter politicians from reaching across the aisle?

42:34: Karla hasn’t seen Dexter!? We talk tv shows and what’s the worst series ending of all time?

48:49: Should Felicity Huffman serve jail time?

51:40: This week’s #Floridaman story!

54:45: Shout-outs!

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0:00: Nathan Bond editor of The Daily Stampede, SBNation’s USF Blog, and co-host of The Bulluminati Podcast; joins the pod to talk USF Football's opening loss to Wisconsin, Saturday’s game against Georgia Tech, and sorority rush.
15:42 SHARPIE-GATE! The President's hurricane map.
16:50: We welcome special guest, President of Chase Media Services and climate advocate Melissa Baldwin to discuss climate change.
31:57: We welcome the Bakery Manager from Bake'n Babes Samuel Warmack to talk the Lizzo shake in honor of the star's upcoming concert at The Yuengling Center, the bakery's origin, and LGBTQIA+ inclusion.
47:43: We talk about Chris' petition and website supporting Jordan's Law which will be re-filed in the 2020 legislative session and other local politics.
59:36: We welcome Steve Weinberger, CEO of the Clearwater Jazz Holiday Foundation to the pod to talk Boyz II Men and the popular music festival's 40th Anniversary!
1:18:40: We show our guests their #1 song on their 14th birthday!
1:27:47: Florida Man story, shout-outs, and wrap-up!

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0:42: We welcome Bill Goede to the pod! We talk hot tubs and the Gainesville party scene.
3:54: Bill talks about the initiatives that Bank of America is involved in pertaining to economic mobility, grants, and BoA increased minimum wage!
10:44: How has technology changed the customer service aspect of banking?
13:39: What did you see the future of Tampa Bay being?
16:13: How is it managing multiple generations of people?
21:56 #1 song on Bill's 14th birthday! And what the heck is Hooper-palooza!?
28:57: We talk about our families, including some very interesting stories from Chris and Becca!
36:50: This week's #FloridaMan story and it's a doozy.
38:44: What would we like to see in the Educational System? Includes discussion on acquiring a technical certification vs. going to a four-year university and using both in conjunction.
47:00: Shout-outs, final thoughts, and wrap-up.

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0:42: #RaysUp with special guest Rays President Brian Auld discussing his teaching career, road to the Rays, partnerships with area little leagues, and the St. Pete community.
12:35: What place is the City of St. Petersburg in? What are its successes and challenges?
18:37: Brian tells us about the Rays support of Community Tampa Bay.
20:44: Let's talk Rays playoff push; (This was recorded just prior to the Rays thrilling 7-6 walk-off victory vs. the Mariners,) Chris' bat boy experience and minimum wage.
25:56: #1 hit on Brian's 14th birthday.
27:41: Let’s talk about that Montreal proposal.
32:54: What three things would you like listeners and citizens to do to help the Rays?
42:10: Would the two city deal, with Spring Training in St. Pete be a huge economic driver for the city?
48:18: We bid farewell to Rays President Brian Auld and talk about President Trump's latest antics before the game starts.
50:46: Chris tells us his vote for the call for a special session in the house pertaining to gun safety.

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