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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!

Sizzle Synopsis - Ernest Hooper.

Come along on a fantastic voyage as the Dishonorable Mention crew sails through its first year of political discourse, romantic reminiscing, engaging interviews and yes, random singing.

In this 40-minute highlight audio reel from 2019, we explore the divisive nature of our current climate without growing divisive. We delve into such topics as the importance of media literacy, the entertainment value of true-life crime shows and the challenges of serving Florida as a state representative.

We revisit our trip to Florida’s state capital, discuss the death penalty, poke holes in the state’s school voucher program and poignantly ask if society can find a better way to raise men in the 21st century.

But we also have fun. We travel back to the days of Rob Base and DJ EZ Rock, showcase an up and coming Tampa bakery (we want Lizzo cookies) and salute Boyz II Men (or try to salute Boyz II Men). You won’t believe our view on the 1995 film Showgirls, and you won’t stop laughing about what we commonly refer to as the “Son of a Senator” story.

Through it all, a thread of love and respect connects this “polititainment potpourri.” Becca Tieder, Chris Latvala, Ernest Hooper and Karla Mastracchio gathered together in 2019 to connect with the Tampa Bay community and positively impact discourse around the nation. Listen to what happens when four fun-loving, politically-inclined people get real by letting go of diatribes and embracing dialogue.

0:42:The hosts put together their "Dishonorable Mentions" for the year, both nationally and locally.
24:50:Ernest releases his Tampa Bay's 10 Most Intriguing People For 2019, and honorable mentions!
38:14: We all wish Chris a happy birthday, with real singing!
41:17: To celebrate the festivus season, the hosts air their grievances.
54:52: We take #askDM listener questions,
1:11:08: We do our final #Floridaman story and shout-outs of the year!

0:42: We check in on how the hosts are and discuss our grievances - AKA we talk impeachment, identity politics, and what happened to bi-partisanship.

37:43: Let’s talk local innovation in Hillsborough and Pinellas county; including Chris speaking at SPC’s commencement!

57:24: We discuss the growth of the Tampa Bay Area, what makes us unique, and what it means for the future of our city.

1:00:50: Chris talks about a feel-good sports story in Connecticut.

1:05:53:: The hosts discuss responsible gun ownership, mass shootings, and gun violence.

1:09:48: Becca discusses the importance of open dialogue between parents and children on multiple topics including boundaries, consent, and healthy relationships.

1:18:27: Chris gives us this week’s #FloridaMan Story, shout-outs, and wrap-up!

0:42: We lean into the politainment aspect of the pod with a funny story from Becca, DNA kits
6:58: What have the hosts accomplished this week? Including Ernest's first week with the American Cancer Society- Southwest Florida.
15:40: The importance of not-for-profit organization work, especially during this time of year, and how everyone can be engaged.
23:43: Karla's fired up on comments regarding astronauts and gender.
32:45: Becca talks about a meme that Netflix put out and the reach that social media has. Including the controversy around a certain Peloton ad.
41:50: We bring Katie Gansler on the pod to discuss women in space and much more!
1:11:27: This week's #FloridaMan story, shout-outs, and wrap-up.

0:42: Chris and Karla talk a bit of War-on-I4; athletics, academics and the future of each university’s plan.The hosts discuss the two campuses and the surrounding areas affecting student involvement and enrollment.
25:27: It’s December! When did everyone put up their holiday decorations? What is your favorite holiday delicacy?
38:52: We segue to local theme parks!
44:30: There’s a Jeffrey Epstein meme floating around, what are the hosts thoughts here?
48:07: The hosts discuss Michael Bloomberg entering the 2020 Democratic Primary.
1:07:32: Favorite Holiday movie or 546y song, this week’s #Floridaman story, shout-outs, and wrap-up!

0:42: The hosts debate if a Palm Beach Post article about State Representative Emily Slosberg's mental-health evaluation and whether it should be newsworthy or if it's an invasion of privacy.
19:05: How would Ernest approach this story from a journalist's perspective?
27:08: The hosts discuss this podcast and Ernest's future.
32:48: Becca discusses her life-changing two weeks in Israel.
45:34: The hosts discuss power structures and ethical issues in the media.
49:32: Ernest tells us one of his crazy stories.
1:00:24: Chris discusses his full slate in Tallahassee.
1:10:35: This week's #Floridaman story, shout-outs, and wrap-up!

0:42: We welcome Laura Warren and Annie McKibben from the Junior League of Tampa to discuss the 5 W’s of the Holiday Gift Market.

3:02: What is the Holiday Gift Market and what makes it so great?

10:17: What are some of the Junior League’s community partners?

10:59: How many people do you expect to visit the market?

14:34: Discuss the young entrepreneur program.

18:04: Breakfast with the Princesses?!

21:57: We tell our guests the #1 hit on their 14th birthday, inquire about becoming a Junior League of Tampa member and wrap-up!

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.)

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!