The Bandit Room

This week Matt Dosch joins us to talk about the new performing arts center coming to Rock Hill. Mr. Dosch is the COO of Comporium, Vice Chairman of the Rock Hill Economic Development Committee, and The Arts Center at Fountain Park Chairman.  We also touch on other Rock Hill development plans, Elon Musk's Twitter takeover, and even the Rings Of Power TV show!    Learn more about the...

Rock Hill artist, Harriet Marshall Goode, and her husband, Martin, join us to talk about all the ways they've seen Rock Hill change over the years. Plus, we try to guess the sale value of artwork by famous artists!    Follow Harriet: https://www.facebook.com/harrietgooderockhillsc/ Harriet's Website: https://harrietmarshallgoode.net/ Rock Hill Artist Collective: https://rhartistcollectiv...

We were honored to be joined this week by South Carolina State Representative Gary Simrill. He gives great insight into his 30-year political career, from creating consensus across party lines to representing making the boiled peanut South Carolina's state snack.    Mr. Simrill has been Rock Hill's representative from District 46 since 1992. He has served as Chair of the Ways and Means C...

This week internationally acclaimed artist and muralist Osiris Rain joins us to talk about his process, his new Rock Hill mural, and how he made it into the art world! Plus, we quiz him about his art knowledge with AI-generated images.    Watch the YouTube version of the podcast with quiz images: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmpv-EObPGY Learn more about Osiris  Website: https://w...

This week, Agie is missing, and Caleb has a change of heart about Hitchcock movies. Plus, we talk about Netflix's new movie "Blonde", a controversial biopic about Marilyn Monroe.  ____   Follow The Bandit Room on Social Media  Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBanditRoom   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/banditroom/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDHAGASoWY...

Our very own Amber Tabb joins us to discuss living through a hurricane in Florida, trying to afford Disneyland's ticket prices, not trusting other people to drive her car, and much more.  ____   Follow The Bandit Room on Social Media  Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBanditRoom   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/banditroom/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD...

This week Agie is missing, Caleb realizes he has a perfect Bandit Room attendance record, Charles asks some questions, and special guest Jay Rinehart gives us the inside scoop on all things real estate. Tune in for tips on buying your first house, renting vs. buying, interest rate increases, and much more!   Follow Jay  Rinehart Realty: https://www.facebook.com/RinehartRealty/   ___...

Agie's friend, Brian, joined us to talk about aviation, new planes, the benefits of scouting, and much more! We learned a lot and know you will too!   Cirrus Planes: https://cirrusaircraft.com/_   ____ Follow TBR Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBanditRoom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/banditroom/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDHAGASoWY056WF6hm-dSQA Follow Us Agie: htt...

Our guest today is Jake Newton of Insurance Brokers Exchange. He helps us break down what kind of health and life insurance you need. Plus, we talk student loan forgiveness, Kayaking, and more! Insurance Brokers Exchange: https://www.facebook.com/TeamIBX/ ____ Follow TBR Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBanditRoom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/banditroom/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cha...

This week we sat down with Rock Hill Mayor John Gettys to get some inside information about the future of Rock Hill, what happened with the Panther's training facility, and much more!  We know you'll want to listen to this entire conversation! ____ Follow TBR Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBanditRoom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/banditroom/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC...

We had a great time talking to our friend Chuck Hall this week. Chuck, a Rock Hill native, runs the Hall Company and provides printing services to many local businesses (including SPAN Enterprises). ____ Follow TBR Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBanditRoom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/banditroom/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDHAGASoWY056WF6hm-dSQA Follow Us Agie: https://twi...

We get serious this week talking to Kylie Carroll of Miracle Park Rock Hill. She tells us how they work to create inclusive and welcoming spaces for those with disabilities. It’s an amazing project and we had a great time talking with Kylie! Learn more about Miracle Park: https://www.cityofrockhill.com/departments/parks-recreation-tourism/parks-facilities/miracle-park Facebook: https://www.faceboo...

This week, we interview artist Kyle Mosher about how he became an incredible muralist and how he makes a business out of his work. Plus, we test our art knowledge by trying to identify famous pieces of art. Kyle was super generous with his time and taught us a lot about the art world! We know you’ll enjoy this one! Watch the Youtube version with photos of the art we discuss: https://youtu.be/Zorwx...

Charles is mysteriously missing this week. Adam Ackerman’s brother, Jason, joins us to theorize about Charles’ whereabouts and what David Tepper is doing with the Panthers. Plus, we discuss Jason’s other interests: going to fancy restaurants and running marathons.   Jason Ackerman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonlackerman/   Scallion Pancake: https://scallionpancake.com/blog BNA CPA: h...

This week we’re talking about how to be successful with finances and investments (including everyone’s favorite: crypto). Special guest, Adam Ackerman, joins us to talk about these and other great topics. BNA Wealth: https://www.bnawealth.com/staff/adam-e-ackerman/ ____ Follow TBR Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBanditRoom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/banditroom/ YouTube: https://www.youtu...

We’re excited to welcome a long-time friend of SPAN Enterprises, Warren Norman, to the show! We discuss our history, his incredible career in construction and development, the new LIV golf tour, and dive deep into the Panthers training center in Rock Hill. He has great insights that we know you’ll enjoy! ____ Follow TBR Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBanditRoom Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...

Buckle up for a wild ride! Agie has finally seen Top Gun Maverick, so we break down our reactions to the storyline, casting, action, and more. Plus, Aubrey is back to talk about Tom Cruise and Scientology. It's our most extended and in-depth conversation yet.  Movies discussed: Top Gun Maverick Elvis A Few Good men Runaway Jury  More about Scientology: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/...

James is back, joining us live in the studio! We dissect Caleb’s apology to James after his last appearance, updates on the Carolina Panthers training center in Rock Hill, and inaugurate the Bandit Bar with some Chicken Cock bourbon. ____ Follow TBR Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBanditRoom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/banditroom/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDHAGASoWY056WF6...

Agie is back! This week we chat about his trip to Houston and a number of news stories, including the reasons for gun violence and whether it is acceptable to call men “bald”. Movies Discussed: Top Gun: Maverick Baz Luhrman’s Elvis Amarillo zoo creature: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2022/06/09/strange-creature-texas-zoo/7567551001/ Ohio concealed carry permit: https://abcnews.go.com/...

We’re talking about Hollywood-related disasters this week. Jared Leto’s Morbius was memed back into theaters last weekend to predictable results. Plus, we discuss our opinions on the defamation trial of the decade: Depp vs. Heard. Morbius meme: https://knowyourmeme.com/memes/its-morbin-time Morbius box office: https://www.boxofficemojo.com/release/rl2064025089/ Morbius article: https://www.forbes....

“That’ll Do. That’ll Do.” | Sticky Fingers, James Cromwell vs. Starbucks, and Hobbies with Kathy This week we’re joined by Kathy to discuss a bizarre idea for a product that already exists, an actor who superglued himself to a Starbucks counter, and all of our weirdest hobbies. James Cromwell article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2022/05/10/james-cromwell-starbucks-glue-protest/ Environment...

We’ve got lots to talk about this week! We ask why nothing is being done to stop gun violence and talk about the irony of Nancy Brophy’s murder conviction. Then our guest, James, discusses the prospects of the Cleveland Browns and some of his favorite films. “‘How to Murder Your Husband’ Writer Convicted of Murdering Husband” article: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/05/25/us/novelist-nancy-brophy-mur...

This week we’re chatting about Agie’s recent trip to the Kentucky Derby, whether or not NFTs would work for nightclub memberships and the state of electric vehicles with Zach. ____ Follow TBR Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBanditRoom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/banditroom/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDHAGASoWY056WF6hm-dSQA Follow Us Agie: https://twitter.com/agiesundaram C...

Hey, everyone! This week we’re talking about mask restrictions being lifted for commercial flights and the pros and cons of running a cereal-based food truck. And our guest, Stephanie, explains “cryptids” to us and tells us about a local monster legend, The Lizard Man of Scape Ore Swamp. It’s a grand old time. The Cereal Food Truck Post: https://www.reddit.com/r/Business_Ideas/comments/tsze8i/cere...

We're kicking off our first episode with a discussion of the bizarre, back-and-forth, will-they-won't-they relationship between Carolina Panther's owner David Tepper and the city of Rock Hill.  Plus, we dive deep into the weird and wonderful world of "Jeep Ducking" with a long-time SPAN employee (and Jeep-owner), Christina.  ____ Follow TBR Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBanditRoom Inst...