Statements of Opinion

#053  Every few years the next Generation creates new terms to express their feelings, thoughts and ideas. These terms are unique to that generation and usually throws the rest of us for a loop! Gen Z is no exception, and their terminology is head-scratching at times! Well I guess they wouldn't think so, but since this is my podcast, we'll go with my description! In this episode, my sist...

#052 This past Sunday was the Oscars. And even if you didn't watch them yourself, you have probably heard about The Slap! On live television, Will Smith, an actor who was nominated for an Oscar and actually won later in the night, got up on stage and slapped Chris Rock, a comedian, in the face. All of this started because Chris Rock made a controversial joke about Jada Pinkett Smith, Will&apo...

#051 Recently on the news, Transgender Athlete Lia Thomas one the NCAA swimming championship. And on the front page was a picture of her, a large gap, and three of her competitors standing next to each other and very obviously excluding Thomas. The question of whether or not Transgender female athletes have an unfair advantage is raging through our sports programs and, unfortunately, our legislatu...

#050 Once you finish Basic Training in the Army, you have to learn your new military job. This is called Advanced Individual Training, or AIT. In this episode I explain the job that I picked, 31L, and why the nickname is a Cable Dawg. I also share a bit about what it was like. So listen in and feel free to share your own experiences! Support the show

#049 Anytime you have a discussion about kids, it can be controversial. Especially when it's about other people's kids! But I have to go there this week. While I enjoy children as much as anyone, I have to ask, are there places that you shouldn't bring them? Is it ok to have young children in public spaces that typically don't have them or require quiet? I think we should talk...

#048 In this week's episode, my good friend Shea has stopped by for a little talk about tipping. There have been a lot of Tik Tok videos going viral of people complaining about not receiving tips, or getting small ones. As you can imagine, there are a variety of feelings about this. Some people agree and think if you order delivery service or go to a restaurant, you should tip generously. Oth...

#047 There are many For-Profit Hospitals and Healthcare systems out there these days. But putting the almighty dollar ahead of patient care is a dangerous trend that shows no signs of stopping. The result is that many underserved individuals can be put in harms way when a company decides to close unprofitable hospitals in needy communities. In my opinion, business and healthcare should never mix....

#046 Recently, the NCAA made the decision to allow college athletes to earn income from licensing rights over their own images, likeness, etc. This is a huge change in policy and will potentially bring millions of dollars to college players before they've ever played a professional game. But should we be moving in this direction in college sports? Or are we opening up a Pandora's Box ful...

#045 Hey everyone! Now I know I don't live in New York anymore, so I shouldn't really care about a story I read. But I do care and so should you! The Manhattan DA put out a memo back in early January saying that a bunch of different crimes would not be prosecuted. Things like fare jumping...and prostitution! I was shell-shocked. I don't know if he's had a change of heart since...

#044 Companies and business owners fire and lay off employees for various reasons. Sometimes it just can't be helped. And while it sucks, it is their right to make personnel changes whenever and however they want (with exception to the law). But when people are fired from their jobs without notice, or with short notice, it can be extremely disruptive and damaging. So why can't business o...

#043 Recently, a jury awarded a man 9.4 million dollars in a lawsuit against Cracker Barrel because they served him water tainted with chemicals. There are so many questions and concerns this brings up! But what I noticed was that people actually blamed the man for drinking this chemical water! In this episode I talk about a few details from the case I read about, and wonder why people felt the ve...

#042 One of the resolutions many people made this year was to follow a budget. There are so many youtube videos out there involving one type in particular: cash budgeting. I am familiar with the concept, and I even dipped my toe into the cash envelope system pool once, but I'm not really sure if this is the best way to go. Listen in to this episode as I to a very brief pro/con list of cash bu...

#041 Welcome to 2022! Last year was a doozie and this year isn't off to a great start, but at least we are all here! One thing that always comes with new years are new resolutions. We always want to make changes for the positive but we don't always follow through. In this episode I talk a little about resolutions, and what I think could help us all to be more successful with them this ye...

#040 Well, another year has come and gone, and so many things have happened! Now that we are getting ready to say goodbye to 2021 and hello to 2022, we can look back and see a lot of things we don't want to bring with us! A new variant of the coronavirus, the Capitol riots, fighting over vaccine mandates, and violent deaths on the rise. In the new year, let's hope for better health, and...

#039 The biggest pet peeve I have involves my experiences with drive thru at a fast food restaurant. If you have ever ordered at the drive thru window, asked for something, like no cheese, extra pickles, etc., only to find out later that's not what they gave you, then you'll relate to this episode! Join me in asking fast food workers to please, just give us what we ordered! Lol! Support...

#038 There is a big craze on home workout equipment these days, especially due to the pandemic and everyone working from home. The biggest name of them all is - Peloton. Recently I joined the Peloton nation, and in this episode I explain why and talk about what the fuss is all about! Support the show

#037 If there is one thing I try to avoid like the plague, it's going to the dentist. How many of you out there list the dentist as one of your phobias? Aside from having healthy, long lasting teeth, there really isn't much to like! Now, if you are a dentist, more power to you, but I hate having to go! Those abnormally large needles hurt! In this episode I get into why I hate going to th...

#036 This episode is short and sweet as Thanksgiving is upon us! I just want to remind you all to take a moment and say a kind word or two to each other. There is a lot of hate and bad vibes out in the world right now, and innocent people are losing there lives. So cherish every single day you have. Enjoy your family and friends, and don't forget to bring some bowls for the leftovers! Support...

#035 Well there is a new series on Netflix that has gone viral-Squid Game. If you haven't seen it yet let me say, it is the craziest and most unexpected show I've seen! This show was entertaining from start to finish. But it's not everyone's cup of tea. In this episode I talk about what I thought of the show, but be warned, there are spoilers galore! So if you haven't seen...

#034 This episodes continues my experiences and memories of Army Basic Training in the 1990's. While there were a lot of different things I could go on and on about, I only touch on a couple of things that I remember from that time. I hope you enjoy learning a little more about what I went through, and don't forget to leave a comment if you want to hear even more in the future! Support t...

#033 In the 90"s I joined the US Army for 4 years. In this episode, I'll be sharing some of my memories of Basic Training. Many things have changed over the years, so some of the things I experienced are probably very different than what happens in today's Army. Listen in and enjoy! Support the show

#032 Recently in Philadelphia a heinous crime took place on a train where several passengers stood by and watched. Some may have even filmed the crime, but no one intervened in any way. In this episode I talk about the bystander effect, where a group of bystanders will watch but not try to stop it from happening. It's shocking and upsetting, so if assault and violence are difficult for you, y...

#031 The trend these days for tiny houses and apartments is huge! It seems more and more people want to live tiny. While I can certainly see the pros, there are a bit too many cons for me to totally embrace tiny living. Join me in this episode as I discuss living in a tiny house or tiny apartment, and see if you agree. Support the show

#030 A few years back, Ford announced that they would stop making most sedans in their line up. As a sedan lover, this was unwelcome news to say the least. In this episode I talk about how much I hate the idea of being forced to buy an SUV from Ford or having to change brands. It seems like an impossible choice! If you prefer sedans as well, then tune in to this week's episode, No More Ford S...

#029 There is one think that irks my soul when it comes to women's clothing, and that is having pocketless pants! It isn't just about the absence of pockets, it's that they are so small, you can't put anything in them! Not even a stick of gum! In this episode I discuss how much I hate not having functional pockets, and if you agree then this episode is for you!! Support the sho...