Dishonorable Mention

0:42: Boys II Men at the Clearwater Jazz Holiday and Disney Food and Wine, can we get them on the pod!?
4:47: Is there too much negativity in the news? Is that a bad thing from a media literacy stand point? The hosts discuss a column by Ernest in the Tampa Bay Times regarding comments about the news by Florida Speaker of the House Jose Oliva.
20:18: More charts for the Dishonorable Mentions! Also don't forget to vote for DM Best of the Bay for Best Local Podcast! We talk two of our most active listeners.
31:35: The hosts discuss Jeffrey Epstein's suicide in prison earlier this weekend.
44:03 The hosts discuss a proposed bill prohibiting discrimination against homosexual students by private schools receiving public funding.
46:01: Ernest tells a hilarious story about purchasing leggings and other shopping hilarity.
52:22: Podcast business!
55:17: Chris tells a story about a recent McDonalds visit that spurns a debate on the pros and cons of raising the minimum wage.
58:32: This week's #Floridaman story, shout-outs, and the Times 50 Florida college football players of all time (Chris has some #opinions.)

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0:42: Intros and BREAKING NEWS! Thanks everyone!
4:52: Chris has a press conference in Clearwater launching his website advocating for Jordan’s Law. This is a very important gesture on a bill that didn't pass last session, and Chris means business for 2020. We fully support his petition!
11:54: #DemDebatesPt2 are happening currently. How has this administration affected current party affiliation? Katie tells her story of changing parties during the last election cycle.
19:17: How should the news be reported in regards to President Trump by the media?
23:38: What are the three main issues that people will make their voter decisions on in 2020?
38:56: What do you want the main issues to be?
42:56: President Trump calls out Elijah Cummings and Baltimore, how did this come about? What are the hosts reactions?
46:29: Politics or pizza toppings? Easier topic to get folks to agree on?
49:10: Ernest talks about a project he's working on for the Tampa Bay Times.
51:27: This week's #Floridaman story, shout-outs, and send-off!

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Community activist Becca Tieder and Communications specialist Dr. Karla Mastracchio are out on assignment so the Dishonorables invite two special guests to this week's episode; introducing City of Largo Mayor Woody Brown and Pinellas County Commissioner Janet Long! We record on-location at the beautiful Central Park Performing Arts Center in Largo.

0:42: City of Largo Mayor Woody Brown and Pinellas County Commissioner Janet Long join the pod! We talk fireworks, eating contests, Jupiter Donut Co., Clearwater Jazz Holiday and more!
9:59: We ask Commissioner Long what's happening in Pinellas County, the changing climate and how it affects the area, transportation, and her career in the State House.
28:53: We talk egos of people in politics. Does the title go to your head? How do you separate the two?
33:25: Have people gotten angrier? We ask if politics is at the root and talk about the current administration, the 2016 election and 2020.
40:57: Mitch McConnell. What gives?
45:31: Mayor Woody Brown, what issues are you working against in the City of Largo? We talk about Green Light Pinellas and transportation issues in the county.
57:56: We talk about the Rays, is it wise to spend money on a new stadium?
1:02:46: We wish the Commissioner a Happy Wedding Anniversary! And our guests' favorite restaurants in the area and death row meal.
1:05:63: Let's talk downtown Largo! And the guest's #1 hit on their 14th birthday.
1:12:35: This week's #Floridaman story!
1:13:48: Chris talks about a press conference he has coming up in Largo; including a big announcement pertaining to Jordan's Law.
1:21:18: Commissioner Long's six pillars of character
1:22:13: The hosts give their final shout-outs!

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Dishonorable Mention records this week's episode from the Tampa Bay WaVE sound studio and we've never sounded better! The guys have a lot to talk about so this is longer than usual. But who doesn't like more Dishonorable Mention Podcast?

1:00: Chris sent a tweet against what conspired at the Trump Rally and received some mixed responses. What drives a crowd to chant “send her back?” Is anger shrouding people’s judgement? What does this mean for the 2020 election?
9:45: To Chris: is it harder to be a Republican candidate now than it was ten years ago?
19:41 : Ernest pitches a bill to Chris about teaching a media literacy course to High School seniors to help students translate to society.
27:49: We’re recording in the Tampa Bay Wave sound studio. We commend the opportunities the Wave gives local start-ups to be successful.
33:49: We’re all apart of the Tampa Bay community because we love the region; what drives you to help the community and watch it grow?
44:43: Ernest wrote an entire column about hugging(!?!) When is hugging appropriate? We segue to cultural norms in the city.
55:48: Who would be your dream podcast guest? Political, cultural, or historical.
1:08:13: This week’s #FloridaMan Story.
1:09:58: Let’s talk about the Rays, Pinellas County, and the Imagine Clearwater downtown expansion project.
1:18:51: Chris tells us a tale. (You don't want to miss this one.)
1:22:01: Host shout-outs!

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0:42: Disney fights!? Country Bear Jamboree? Indulging around the world? Riding all Disney World rides in one day!? The hosts open with a light-hearted conversation on the most magical place on Earth.
Paula Abdul, New Kids on the Block, Dishonorable Mention After Dark and hate mail!?
13:41: Ernest talks about a story in the news this week pertaining to a deputy in the panhandle getting arrested for planting drugs in people's cars during a routine traffic stop.
20:24: The hosts discuss the ramifications of the President's most recent tweets to certain members of congress.
27:00: The hosts discuss Jeffrey Epstein's indictment, his heinous crimes, and other's involved.
45:32: A Mississippi GOP Candidate denies access to female reporter unless she brings a man. The hosts discuss.
53:05: Do men in positions of power need training on how to handle boundaries despite of common sense?
56:25 This week's #Floridaman story, shout-outs, and closing thoughts.

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0:42: Intros and President Trump’s 4th of July parade. #RevolutionaryAirportStories

10:12: Mayor Jane Castor's Boom by the Bay. How did it go? What did the hosts do over the holiday?

13:40: Rays sold $2 tickets for a weekday series vs. the Baltimore Orioles and people showed out. If the pricing point is right, will the people come? What needs to happen to bring the vibe up in the stadium? What're the future of the Tampa sports stadiums?

29:12: What have the hosts been up to?

32:58: Thoughts on Senator Kamala Harris, former Vice President Joe Biden and electability. Who has the best chance to challenge President Trump? More thoughts on the first round of #DemDebates

46:59: What does a state legislator do when not in session (outside of doing this podcast?) This week's Florida Man story and hot tubs in Gaines

54:02: Host shout-outs and thoughts on the current events surrounding the Betsy Ross Flag.

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A Bonus Pod from Dishonorable Mention. Ernest, Chris, and Becca share their initial reactions on the #demdebate
50:21: The #DemDebates happened this past week. There's a lot to unpack, how did the candidates perform? Who came out on top? Who has the best chance to challenge President Trump?
29:24: The hosts discuss today's #FloridaMan story from duuuuuuuval and the role that guns have on domestic violence.

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We had so much to talk about, we decided to cut this recording into two sessions! Stay tuned for a bonus episode on the #demdebates initial reactions later this week.

0:42: President Donald Trump meets with North Korean Dictator Kim Jung-Un in North Korea for a surprise visit. What are the implications of this visit?
12:50: Where is the nation's moral compass in regards to the family separation policy at the border? Have we lost our way politically?
27:14: We shout out our friends at The Bunker for hosting the pod!
29:41: Tampa Bay Rays' President Stu Sternberg presented an idea of splitting home games between Tampa/St. Petersburg and Montreal. Could this work? Would the taxpayers be willing to foot the bill on a stadium that's only used half of the year? Is there a solution to the attendance woes?
51:42 What are the hosts plans for the Fourth of July? (Spoilers: Chris is throwing out the first pitch at the Clearwater Threshers game!)

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*-We encountered some recording issues so the pod sounds a bit more echoey than usual. No worries, it's still your favorite hosts discussing your favorite topics!

0:42: Intros and the Clearwater city council!
14:06: Chris and Becca agreed on something?! The hosts talk about the Democratic candidate debate structure and what their recommendation for a more exciting forum!
23:31: AFAIRS. OF. THE. HEART!
38:48: The Dishonorables calculate their scored on how the popular meme "how Floridian are you?"
53:14: This week's #FloridaMan stories!
1:06:55: Closing shout outs!

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0:42: Intros and Mike Griffin discusses USF consolidation.
7:48: Tampa is expanding more than ever. Is there too much rapid development?
11:50: We’re recording in Clearwater, what can the city do to brand itself like a Tampa or St. Pete?
19:41 The Tampa Rays are at a crossroads as it pertains to Tropicana Field. What will happen to the Rays and how are the cities attempting to keep the franchise in the region?
31:45: The hosts discuss the possibility of the decriminalization of prostitution.
42:45: Mike Griffin’s #1 hit on his 14th birthday! He guessed it correctly!? And Florida Man stories!
52:30: Mike talks about his wife, Melanie’s business, Spread Your Sunshine. If you followed 813area’s earlier podcasts in 2018, she was a guest and talked about it.
55:40: Mike Griffin for office? He explains why or why not.
1:00:17: Final thoughts and shout outs!

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