Java Muses Podcast

Stig and Bill begin Show 89 at Town In City Brewing and discuss what's coming up and their drink selections for the recording.

At 3:46, Stig and Bill discuss the various music acts they saw perform at the 2016 Dayfornight festival. A few of the groups discussed include Matmos, Odessa, Aphex Twin, Blood Orange, Butthole Surfers, and The Jesus and Mary Chain. Included are a few live samples of the bands.

At 15:49, Bill and Stig discuss the art installations at the festival including United Visual Artists, Bjork Digital and others. 

At 29:58, Stig and Bill talk about the annual holiday party during Lights in the Heights at Bill's residence. It's an honest review. 

At 37:18, Bill tells about a trip to the hardware store. Stig covers what's new to him, a writing story, Bill covers a new comic book.

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Show 88 starts off with a bit of talk about the weather and Stig immediately mentions his drink and Bill's shares info about his beer. 

At 4:06, Stig mentions the large live audience and then talks about moving his company to New Zealand. Bill then talks about personnel shuffles between Houston and Austin, you take our coach - we'll take your police chief. Stig then mentions the story about the woman on the tarmac at IAH. Bill tells about a band he saw this week.

At 15:24, Stig mentions some details about his L.A. trip. Stig and Bill then talk about the Astros' new/old player and Tai's Hill. 

At 20:07, Bill promotes his political twitter feed and talks a bit about state officials. Stig mentions his read of Steve Martin's "The Pleasure of My Company". Bill updates us on a read and on changes at Fitzgerald's.

 

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Show 87 starts with Stig talking about recent illness and the fact that he hasn't seen Bill in a few weeks. Bill talks about a bit of holiday travel and a few of the things he did including Wurstfest. 

At 4:49, Bill and Stig talk about post election reactions. Bill then starts a discussion about the Lights in the Heights Christmas Party including the Purple and Black theme. Stig talks about the unbalanced Prince to Bowie CD collection. Bill then talks about destroying his iPhone. 

At 13:03, Stig talks about multiple sporting events on the same court on the same day. Bill tells a bit about the Texans at home including the roof staying on during a beautiful day. At UH, a coaching change is made. Stig and Bill compare and contrast Herman vs. Strong. Bill finishes the segment with a comment on the JJ Watt editorial. 

At 23:32, Stig reports on the Nutcracker and Christmas music on Sunny 99. Bill informs the new norm on when to break up around the holidays. Bill reports on his discovery of Edison's, a new bar with food. 

At 31:44, Bill reminds Stig to reports on what the two of them are drinking! Stig has drinks with World Cup buddy in Vegas. Bill takes in a movie at Sundance downtown. Stig gets schooled on a band called All Time Low but does remember Green Day. 

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Show 86 starts with an extended segment we lovingly call, "The Election Hangover". We discuss various issues and reactions from the 2016 Presidential Election and discuss a few local items as well.

At 17:28, Stig and Bill talk about more joyful topics such as Hunter Pence's Halloween costume. Bill also talks about the Heights proposition becoming wet. Stig and Bill cover the changes at Karbach and discuss a new brewery in the Heights, Holler Brewing.

At 31:42, Stig talks about a Houston initiative to stop homelessness and the success it's having. 

At 37:54, Bill and Stig finish the show with what's new to them. Stig covers Bob Geldof and Bill discusses being added to Facebook groups. 

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Show 85 starts with Stig complaining about unfair treatment from the executive producer. The pair then discuss drink selections and what's coming up on the show.

At 4:34, Stig starts the segment with a bit of info about Natchitoches, then Bill discusses his recent trip to Costa Rica. 

At 14:56, Stig shares some stats about Costa Ricans living in the U.S. and in Houston. Bill continues sharing other stories from his trip including spending some time in Liberia, Costa Rica not Liberia the country. 

At 29:47, Bill and Stig talk a little bit of sports including Texans, Rockets, and MLS playoffs. Stig also talks his directing dilemma and dildos on the field.

At 37:22, Stig reviews his ECNO concert experience along with a local band at Fitzgerald's. He also mentions the Suffers spring European tour. Bill tell about liquor and food mishaps while out of the country.

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Show 84 starts with Stig describing his girl-drink-drunk coffee and Bill corrects a mislocated brewery. 

At 4:57, Bill brings us news from Russia and the Piney Woods. Stig briefly discusses the Harris County's District Attorney's race which turned nasty this week. Stig then mentions all the things that were going on the past weekend and Bill gives us a review of things to do while at a wedding in and around Brenham, Texas.

At 19:07, Stig talks about working AHL hockey in San Antonio and reflects on the loss of the beloved Houston Aeros. Bill mentions the CUSA game that had 5 overtimes. Stig wraps up the segment incorrectly identifying the hotel where Robert Johnson recorded in the 1930's. 

At 27:24, Stig acknowledges that both he and Bill were too quick to jump on the Texans losing bandwagon last week. Bill gives news on our #1 fan. Stig explains how you can be like Bill, hip and cool. The show wraps up with Stig and Bill sharing what is new for the week to them. 

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Show 83 starts with Stig's obscure reference to Ice-T last week and talk of the current moon. Bill and Stig also mention the Nerg and cupcakes get shared after all. The intro ends with beer mentions, Rocketfuel and Uncommon Cowboy.

At 5:41, Stig starts with a bit of analysis on the NBC Sunday Night Football open. Bill discusses his sod web worms. He then talks about his disappointment with the House of Blues. 

At 14:22, Stig talks about his recent job at the Rise Up as One concert on the border. Bill informs about the Wicked East End Music Festival along with the upcoming Lite Rock Express Show. Stig give a nod to the Houston Mural Festival going on this week. 

At 21:55, Stig tells about the Good Vibes Only HTX Block Party. Stig and Bill also talk about the upcoming Houston Cinema Arts Festival. Stig also share a way around the Home button push needed with the new Apple iPhone software. 

At 28:48, Bill and Stig wrap up the show sharing what's new for themselves and just a bit of discussion on how to watch the third and final presidential debate. 

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Show 82 starts with Stig and Bill disclosing their beer choices for the week and what's coming up on the show for this week.

At 3:42, Stig and Bill start the discussion on the weeks' political news mostly concerning the second Presidential debate. Along the way, body mechanics are discussed along with millionaire's tax returns. Bill makes comparisons between Donald Trump and Ted Cruz. 

At 16:50, Stig turns the show to happier news with the Depressed Cake sale which was held last week. There was also some amusement with the Deep Eddy Vodka ambassador being a look-a-like. Stig and Bill then discuss the weeks sports news in an abbreviated segment.

At 25:42, Bill and Stig trade notes on all the upcoming events on their calendars. Bill is ready for Echo and the Bunnymen. Elvis Costello plays Revention. Java Muses favorite, Thrill, play the Hellcat Cafe. Also this weekend, the Taste of the Caribbean and the Korean Festival along with the Brazilian Festival on Sunday. 

At 30:11, Stig adds to the calendar the Moonlight Ramble on October 22nd. Also on the same day, Tacolandia! compliments of the Houston Press.

At 34:52, Bill brings OPEC news to the table. For the new things this week, Stig goes cerebral with being happy with his work, Bill covers and online comic, Questional Content.

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Show 81 starts with the usual corrections a brief discussion of beers and what wasn't available along with what's coming up on the show.

At 5:18, Bill and Stig start a general discussion on the first presidential debate and the oddities surrounding it. Bill then educates on the upcoming HISD bond issue on the upcoming ballot. The segment finishes with disturbing clown news.

At 16:53, Stig starts a wrap up on the Astros lackluster season buts finds a bright spot in the Brandon Laird story. 

At 25:40, Stig finishes the show alone due to a technical gaff but shares what is new for the week for both himself and Bill.

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 11:39pm EDT
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Show 80 starts with Bill discussing pumpkin beer and Stig noting the death of Buckwheat Zydeco. 

At 4:32, Stig and Bill discuss the upcoming Day for Night festival coming up in December including performer and artist information. Bill also adds his insights from attending last year's inaugural edition.

At 13:44, Bill and Stig talk about Texas Governor Abbott's desire to keep refugees from coming to Texas. Stig also discusses the upcoming Presidential debate and Mark Cuban. The pair has a surprise fan interrupt. 

At 24:55, Stig and Bill discuss the local sports news including some predictions from the fivethirtyeight website. Stig then begins a discussion on a few new television shows. 

At 35:16, Stig introduces a new segment and the pair talk about what is new this week for them.

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Show 79 starts with Emmy's and Award Shows talk and Bill has a couple of favorites for the Houston Press Reader's Choice. The pair then discuss the day's beer dilemma and what they are drinking this week.

At 6:45, Stig starts a discussion on the Texans win. Bill and Stig then talk about the Houston Cougars and Texas Longhorns. Rice gets in the mix with controversy at their stadium over the Marching Owl Band's (MOB) halftime performance. Bill follows up on last week's UTEP discussion.

At 18:11, Bill talks about two deaths, one recent, one not. Stig mentions his visit to Miller Outdoor Theatre last weekend. Bill shares his recent Uber experience. 

At 27:59, Stig and Bill wrap up the show with actor migration news and what's new to them for the week. 

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Show 78 starts with a lot of excuses for Stig and what Bill is drinking. An obscure reference to monkeys is dropped and will not be explained this week. 

At 4:20, Bill starts a discussion on college football with news of the Texas Allumni watch party at a new bar on Washington - Atlas Pub. There is also a little discussion about the UTEP coach. Stig talks about Alabama and Mississippi. 

At 14:22, Stig apologies for editing and Bill fields calls from the big energy companies. Bill explains the term "dreamers" and more oddities from the state government. Stig and Bill then discuss the Texans and Astros. Bill than contemplates Lamar High.

At 25:44, Stig reveals he will not pay to learn anymore. Bill than talks about the recent Thrill performance. Stig then talk just a bit of national politics. 

At 33:22, Stig discovers Kaleo the band, Bill has a new word to end the show. 

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Show 77 starts off with Stig angry and the beer selections for the week. 

At 4:45, Stig starts the second segment off with what is bothering him. Bill and Stig then discuss the very humorous protests on the Austin UT campus over carrying guns. Bill reports on the finals of the Houston Roller Derby. Stig reviews the Lyle Lovett concert at the Hobby Center.

At 15:00, the discussion turns brighter with talk of rainbows and Pride Parades. Bill reports on B Cycle progress in Houston. 

At 22:00, there's a brief talk about the Astros progress. A short discussion then follows on Colin Kaepernick's protest. Bill wraps the segment up on the upcoming Oddfellow's Sausage Fest.

At 31:22, Stig and Bill wrap up the program with what is new for the week, each dealing with alcohol!

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Show 76 starts at a USWST viewing party with Bill and Stig discussing what's coming up on the show and what they are drinking.

At 3:30, Bill and Stig discuss the coverage of the Olympics and complain about NBC's presentation. They also talk about the opening ceremony as well.

At 14:40, Stig and Bill discuss the tensions between American and Russian women swimmers. Bill then gives a bit of a review on this years' White Linen Night. Bill also discusses his most recent scavenger hunt as well as the Heights Theatre renovation. 

At 30:45, Stig tells about some Astros' losses. Bill brings the news on a new bar in the Heights. Bill is upset with the Emmy's but happy about the dog park. Stig talks about airplane loading and Bill wraps the show with new television program news.

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Show 75 starts with Bill and Stig discussing their drinks of the week and what's coming up on the show. 

At 4:31, Stig starts the segment with some observations about Vancouver, British Columbia. Bill adds to the discussion with reflection on his time in Calgary, Alberta. 

At 18:08, Bill educates us a bit about the Zika virus and where it lives. Stig mentions some infographics he's run across along with the news that Rockerfellow's club is reopening as a music venue. 

At 25:36, Bill and Stig bring you this week's sports news including Astros losing and Texan news regarding contract holdouts. Bill calls out some A&M coaches. Stig wraps up the segment with some disturbing FundMyTravel.com news. 

At 37:36, Stig wraps up the show with what's new to him, Bill shares some news regarding a worldwide scavanger hunt. 

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Show 74 starts with Bill and Stig giving a brief discussion what’s coming up on the week’s show including RNC and DNC conventions, judicial decisions, and sports.

 At 3:59, Stig begins the discussion on the political conventions with trouble finding the speeches on audio. Stig continues talking about music usage in the RNC Convention including a statement by Brian May of Queen. Bill adds his perspective and some things he viewed throughout the week.

 At 16:07, Bill talks about two judicial rulings, one about voter ID law and one concerning birth certificates. Stig tell about Governor Greg Abbott demanding the University of Houston’s participation in the Big 12.

 At 25:10, Stig starts the sports segment with the streaking Astros. Stig also notes the passing of former Dallas Cowboy star, Robert Newhouse. Stig then discusses the heat at the most recent Dynamo game.

 At 33:30, Bill and Stig wrap up the show with what’s new for the week, including at stats website and more television series.

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Show 73 starts with Bill explaining Stig's beer style to him. There is a short preview on what is coming up in the show.

At 3:28, Bill and Stig give a review of Comic Strip and some of the antics that took place. Stig and Bill then talk a bit about two separate roller derby bouts. Stig shares a few traveling tips from Miami. Bill shares some Town in City Brewing news for White Linen Night. 

At 16:54, Bill and Stig discuss the surging Astros. Stig shares a little Tour de France news. Bill does a short update on Elementary and a Star Trek reboot. Stig complains that vacation planning is too difficult.

At 26:50, Stig and Bill wrap up the show with some things that are new to them found this week. 

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Show 72 starts at Warehouse Live with Stig and Bill discussing what they aren't drinking and what's coming up on this episode. 

At 3:46, Stig talks about Bill torturing him with various GoFundMe pages. Stig then talks about the promotional insert for the Comic Strip show. Bill and Stig then talk about Mr. Robot 2.0 and the 4th of July holiday. Stig then mentions Freedom over Texas and the Suffers performance. 

At 13:58, Bill and Stig turn their attention to the great play of the Astros along with a bit of All-Star game talk. Stig then talks about the second Texan to ever ride the Tour de France. 

At 23:17, Bill and Stig talk a little about Sam Demaris and the Whiskey Brothers. Bill then complains about Dan Patrick's logic with comments after the recent Dallas shooting. Bill and Stig then talk changes in regulations with abortions. 

At 29:11, audience members share some comments about Comic Strip. Sam Demaris gives good sound.

At 31:02, Stig and Bill wrap up the show with what new to them this week.

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Show 71 starts with Stig defending the honor of a former barista. Bill heads out to 11 Below Brewery. Stig then gives a preview of what's coming up on the show.

At 4:11, Bill discusses his recent outing to Houston Comicpalooza. He also mentions a panel discussion he attended along with a sighting of the incredible Rob Mungle. Finally he tells about getting stuck in the George R. Brown Convention Center.

At 17:32, Stig starts the sports segment out with some Copa America talk along with some discussion of Mr. Messi. Bill and Stig then discuss the Mexican National team and end the segment with some Houston Roller Derby news.

At 25:00, Stig starts with some good news about coffee. Bill covers some Houston Press reporting on bars including Cottonwood. Stig then has a bit of personal movie news. Bill and Stig end the show with what's new to them.

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Show 70 begins with a story from the road about working too much. Bill and Stig also discuss the heat and drink selections. Also jealous among the local breweries? 

At 7:56, Stig begins a discussion on the Orlando tragedy. Included in the discussion were a few positive aspects including a GoFundMe campaign and how Houston would deal with a similar event. The segment ends with Lin-Manuel Miranda's speech from the Tony awards. 

At 17:36, Stig starts the Copa America talk including news from Foxboro, MA and the US team. Also, Brazil goes down amid a controversial play. The segment ends with a listing of the comics that will be appearing at Comic Strip. 

At 27:48, Bill and Stig change their drinks and give a bit of NASA news. Bill talks about a recent scavenger hunt he took part in. Stig talks about beer in MA. Bill and Stig discuss about FPSF and why it may not be as appealing as it use to be. 

At 38:48, Stig starts the segment with a bit of running talk. The segment continues with Stig talking about the new Paul Simon album, Bill covers developments from the Apple WWDC. 

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Show 69 starts with a brief discussion of two new bars in town, one in Stig's neighborhood, one in Bill's.

At 5:10, Bill talks a little about his continuing illness and Stig discusses his insurance settlement. Stig then points out the error in punctuation in the Texas GOP plank along with more flooding. The pair wrap the segment up with news on the Free Press Summer Fest.

At 23:00, Bill educates on heavy trash pickup in Houston. Stig gets to talk Taylor Swift news again briefly. The upcoming burlesque and comedy show, Comic Strip, is discussed. The segment wraps up with baseball and softball news of the week. 

At 34:21, Bill and Stig wrap the show up with what's new to them. Bill has a movie from Hulu, Stig goes with a concept. 

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Show 68 starts with beer conversation and what's coming up on the show, including bathroom legislation and odd happenings in Dallas.

At 3:44, Bill talks about purchasing rain barrels and we compliment Mitch Cohen on the launching of The Market at Sawyer Yards. Bill and Stig then breakdown various happenings at the Texas GOP convention in Dallas. We then answer the question, "Will Texas turn blue?".

At 14:56, Stig and Bill discuss bathroom judgments and higher education. Bill talks about changing chromosome combinations. Bill wraps the segment with Paxton's comments on Target's bathroom policies. 

At 28:06, Stig starts with the recent decisions to get rid of Uber and Lyft in Austin. Bill and Stig consider local government making regulations. Stig then gets upset with high definition laundry soap. Bill shares something new to watch, Stig suggests a new music video worth watching. 

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 10:54pm EDT
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Show 67 starts with Stig and Bill talking about this week's beer selections and previewing what's coming up on the show. 

At 4:15, Stig and Bill talk about their Mother's Day activities and then just a bit about the Beyonce concert. Bill then reviews the current presidential campaign news. Stig then relates the story about the fiasco over an old $2 bill in Fort Bend county.

At 16:15, Bill and Stig talk a little about crawfish season and the Kentucky Derby. Stig then tell about an A&M pitcher's no-hitter over the weekend. 

At 23:17, Stig gives just a bit of sporting news from the local teams and then Bill and Stig discuss zoning in Houston. The show wraps up with what's new to Bill and Stig.

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Show 66 starts with Bill and Stig discussing what is an alt beer along with Bill's cleanup after the storm. Stig also talks about what is coming up on the episode.

At 5:19, Stig talks about Facebook birthday protocol, then Bill takes up more political goofiness in Oklahoma. Bill and Stig discuss the Uber issue in Austin and fallout from the HERO proposition not passing. Stig ends the segment with a delicate subject for Oklahoma women.

At 16:20, Stig begs for feedback on the website and notes an upcoming spike in Japanese listeners. Bill and Stig then go through a list of several things to do this month in Houston from museums to bike rides to a few concerts. 

At 31:12, Stig mentions a new sour beer that he tried this past week, Bill shares something all of us know too well. 

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Show 65 starts with Bill and Stig discussing what will be coming up on the show and their use of antihistamines. As usual, they also mention their current beers for the recording session.

At 5:16, Stig and Bill begin a discussion on the Houston Tax Day Rain Event. Included in the commentary is analysis on the media coverage and other specifics on totals and more. 

At 14:29, Stig goes through the five stages of grieving on Twitter after a celebrity dies. 

At 22:16, Bill and Stig go over a few things that happened in the Houston Sports world. Stig slams a Texas Ranger broadcast. Bill brings us up to date on Houston Roller Derby. Stig finally has one sticker for all. The show concludes with Bill sharing a new iPad application and Stig discovers something old on YouTube. 

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Show 64 starts with an executive producer correction about the Astros lottery - Share 2 Care. Bill and Stig then preview what's coming up on the show.

At 4:43, Bill gives a comprehensive review on the Art Car Ball and Parade, Stig discusses briefly CounterCulture 16.

At 11:52, Stig and Bill discuss ongoing questionable activities by former Governor Perry and Sid Miller, aka the Rodeo Clown. Stig gives a brief review of sports about the Houston area. 

At 21:19, Stig shares what's new to him with a new software game and Bill wraps up the show dropping more knowledge bombs.

 

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 10:35am EDT
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Show 63 starts with Stig and Bill previewing what is coming up on the show and listing their beers of choice.

At 4:45, Stig talks about too many work days in a row and all of the sports events around Houston during the Final Four. Bill and Stig then discuss the inductees for this years basketball Hall of Fame including Cheryl Swopes and Yao Ming. Stig then talks about the Astros in Action sports raffle/lottery. 

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At 20:55, Stig talks about the Texas Relays and Bill discusses the Art Car Ball and Parade. Stig also talks about the crowds in downtown for Final Four. 

At 33:17, Bill and Stig wrap up the show with a recent concert review and share what is new to them this week, the clue being it's hardware. 

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Show 62 starts with a preview of what's coming up on the show and Stig learns about nitrogen. A few overdue thank you's are also given out. 

At 4:42, Bill talks about the latest state scandal involving a Texas state official who went and got the "Jesus" shot in Oklahoma. Stig discusses a little of the oddities of this years NCAA basketball tournament. 

At 18:09, Stig talks about a few odd home runs in baseball/softball games this past week. Stig also gives the sports schedules for April for the Houston sports teams.

At 25:28, Bill pulls the curtain back on our recording environment. He also talks about the CD release by Thrill and a new restaurant review. Stig's wife replaces his 80's boom box.

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Show 61 starts with a bit of talk about tournament brackets and a correction about the McElroy's downtown. The guys preview what's coming up on the show and share what they are drinking. 

At 4:26, the segment starts with a discussion of all things SXSW. The discussion includes some of the shows that were seen as well as hanging at the festival without a wristband.

At 18:58, Stig and Bill continue with a brief discussion of some of the results of March Madness and the NCAA basketball tournament. Stig gives the schedule for the upcoming March Madness Concerts at Discovery Green during the Final Four Weekend. Stig and Bill continue with a little talk about the NIT tournament.

At 28:03, Bill and Stig continue the sports theme with a little talk about the Rockets and the Dynamo. Stig then discusses an issue on how today's news stories are written. Stig then talks about what's new to him, Bill has famous sightings in Austin early on a Saturday morning. 

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Show 60 starts in the new secret location and questions regarding where people are downloading the show. Stig gives a preview of what's coming up on the show and then Bill and Stig tell what they are drinking.

At 4:30, Bill talks about a recent tweet from @bshirley and then Stig and Bill discuss this week's incident on 290 in which a naked woman tied up traffic for two hours. Stig then tells about other freeway incidents in the last few months.

At 13:53, Stig talks about recent Suffers sightings including the Dynamo home opener. Stig also talks about several memorials and funerals he's attending in the last seven days. Bill and Stig wrap the segment with news on the opening of Johnny McElroy's Pub and Patio.

At 22:48, the segment starts with a humorous graphic produced for SXSW. Bill and Stig then talk about SXSW including tips for getting around and finding shows. Bill also talks about Saturday's festivities at the Austin Continental Club. Stig wraps the segment by telling about the upcoming March Madness Music Festival in Houston.

At 32:26, Stig talks about Ali Ollie Woodson and Bill talks about old house living. 

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Show 59 starts with a preview of what's on the show this week.

At 4:29, Stig and Bil talk about the Super Tuesday elections and describe their polling experiences. Bill and Stig then talk a little about the Republican debate and Christie's endorsement. 

At 14:07, Bill tells about the World Championship BBQ competition that officially kicks off rodeo season. Stig then talks a little about NASA and JPL which is offering posters for download online. There's a small snippet of John F. Kennedy's Rice speech. 

At 26:05, Stig discusses Dynamo soccer season coming up and their new jerseys. Bill chimes in on the upcoming Tour de Houston. The show concludes with Stig telling about the Austin 100 and Bill tells about a recent Continental Club show.

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Show 58 starts with Stig and Bill at the secret location and discussing their drinks and 40 Below.

At 4:30, Bill explains some of the details of the FBI and the government's requests on Apple regarding the iPhone's software. 

At 15:56, Stig starts the segment with technology troubles. Bill tells about the beginning of Roller Derby season and a few changes that have occurred. 

At 24:00, Stig tells about the Women's Olympic Soccer Qualifiers that took place at BBVA Stadium. He also talks about the Houston Chapter of the American Outlaws. 

At 32:50, Bill talks about what's new to him, the Samantha Bee show - Full Frontal. Stig wraps up the episode with a discussion of The Fisher King and Terry Gilliam. 

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 11:38pm EDT
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Show 57 starts with Bill and Stig discussing what's coming up on the show and this weeks beverages.

At 3:19, Stig and Bill talk about the huge week the Suffers have had with multiple shows in and out of Houston, personal appearances, and special shows. The segment include sound from Kam Franklin at Cactus Records.

At 11:44, Bill and Stig talk about Olympic qualifying women's soccer at BBVA Stadium. Included in the discussion is poor attendance and a few particulars about the teams. Bill brings up a little Texans news. Stig talks about a Rockets trade and problems with the team.

At 19:06, Stig shares notes from the Executive Producer. Governor Abbott kills another useful Senate bill and the pair talk about the death of Justice Scalia. The segment ends with Stig and Bill sharing what is new for the week for them.

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 11:06am EDT
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Show 56 starts with Bill and Stig previewing what's coming up on the show including a review of the BCBC, weather news, and corrections from the previous show.

Segment two starts with a review of the recent Bayou City Burlesque and Circus Arts Festival along with discussion of Stig and Bill's favorite acts. Stig then discusses the Texans' connections to the Super Bowl.

Bill starts segment three by connecting a Bronco's player to certain earth sciences. Stig tries to discredit the Attorney General of Texas and Bill follows up with a recent opinion offered on sports betting in Texas. Also, will Texas have another NFL team?

Stig congratulates Bill on his tweet likes from NYC. Weather fatalities due to snow storms and other snow related news. 

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 11:51pm EDT
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Show 55 starts with Stig and Bill discussing their drinks at Town in City Brewing and highlight what's on the show.

At 4:33, Bill and Stig talk about the rash of celebrity and rock star deaths that have started the year. David Bowie's career and music is highlighted in the segment.

At 13:44, Stig and Bill talk a bit about last years' resolutions. Stig also details New Orleans tribute to Bowie and the pair discuss Allen Toussaint as well.

At 21:18, Bill discusses the Houston Marathon and Stig discusses how he is responsible for several college teams to lose. Bill talks about the Governor's plan for Constitutional Amendments and Stig give's his view on Sarah Palin's endorsement announcement.

At 32:22, Bill gives us important updates on North Korea. Stig discusses analog technology back in fashion and then rails against fake credit card offers. Bill's new thing confuses Stig.

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 7:18pm EDT
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Show starts with Stig and Bill exchanging New Years' greetings and discussing their drinks. After a bit of talk about what each did for the holiday, Stig previews what's coming up on the show.

At 5:41, Stig and Bill discuss the new "open carry" law which went into effect on January 1st. They also talk about the concept of "safe" zones and a list of establishments stance on allowing guns in or out.

At 17:31, Bill and Stig discuss a few of the recent bowl games. Stig also tells about his first experience at Allen Fieldhouse. The segment ends with talk about the Texans playoff future.

At 27:59, Bill brings an outstanding report on the state suing the EPA. The show concludes with Stig and Bill telling what is new for each of them for week.

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 1:35pm EDT
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Show 53 starts with a brief discussion about the beer offerings at Town in City Brewing. Stig then gives a brief overview with what's coming up on the show this week.

At 3:49, Bill gives a review of his annual holiday party including the lack of police and vomit! Stig and Bill then consider the pros and cons of traveling around the holidays. Stig then discusses the mayoral election and the margin of victory.

At 11:56, Bill gives a comprehensive review on the recent Day for Night Festival. 

At 20:55, Stig brags on Texas Tech playing in the Advocare Texas Bowl. Bill and Stig also talk about UH at the Peach Bowl and the economics of each. 

At 26:30, Bill gives his Star Wars viewing experience. Stig shares the social media find of Darth Santa. Stig also talks about the band Disturbed's cover of "The Sounds of Silence".

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 10:58pm EDT
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