Dishonorable Mention

0:42: Chris Latvala welcomed the Reverend Al Sharpton for an interview discussing teacher salaries while they were both in Tallahassee. This caused a lot of negativity on Twitter. 10:19: Congressman Matt Gaetz fired a negative tweet towards Chris about this meeting and sparked a twitter fight that resonated across the state and nation. Was he trying to fuel divisiveness? 27:01: Polititainment pivo...

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 medi...

0:42: Ernest and Chris discuss the airstrike that killed the head of Iran’s elite Quds military force, Qassem Soleimani. 9:49: Iran has threatened to strike back. What was the media's reaction to these statements? Does the White House need provide evidence that this attack was necessary? 23:22: What happens next? How will this affect U.S. - Iranian relations? What advice can Americans take to sift...

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...

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: C...

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 regardin...

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 Epstei...

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...

0:42: The hosts touch on impeachment. Does the process hurt the Democrats? How does this affect the 2020 election? How does Mayor Bloomberg’s late entrance in the Democratic race affect the primaries? 21:32: We share what we have been up to lately. (There may be a bit of breaking news.) 32:50: We talk the St. Pete City Council Race, Clearwater Mayoral Race, and other local politics. 51:44: We talk...

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 Princesse...

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: T...

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 thril...

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 Fo...

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 fun...

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 tal...

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...

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?...

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 clim...

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 multipl...

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 pri...

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...

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?...

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 Pinella...

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 shrou...

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 fo...