Java Muses Podcast

Show 52 starts with some kidding about the SAP channel and recent over-exposure to Spanish. Stig then outlines what's coming up on this edition.

At 4:48, Stig talks about his trip to LA and LA Live along with mass marketing and advertising signage. Bill discusses refugees coming to Houston along with certain state officials trying to prevent it. Also possible stupid things on the March ballot.

At 17:38, Stig talks about UH football winning the AAC and rumors of security abuse at the game. Bill and Stig then talk about Texas, the history of the Texas Bowl and the Rockets.

At 26:00, Bill and Stig discuss a bit of music including Becky G and the Los Bayou Ramblers. Fitzgerald's club may still be in a state of flux. Stig then talks about early drinking on a Sunday.

At 32:24, Stig and Bill wrap up the show with what's new for Stig. A quick exit and credits.

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Stig and Bill start Show 51 with a complaint about "seasonal" beer. Stig mentions a little about his Brooklyn trip and low energy week. 

At 5:32, Stig goes into depth about his annual trip to the Nutcracker performance at the Wortham. Bill tells about his plan to take in the three previous Star Wars films in the next couple of weeks. The term "spatchcock" is then discussed. 

At 15:39, Stig and Bill discuss the week's sporting news including UH football, Texas and Texas Tech, and Rockets change their coach. 

At 22:45, Bill and Stig go over some of the runoff election details. Also Bill give a bit of info about his upcoming anti-holiday party on December 12th. 

At 32:15, Stig and Bill discuss what is new to them this week.

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Show 50 starts with Bill and Stig doing a Skype show between Arlington, Texas and Las Vegas, Nevada. 

At 3:28, Stig celebrates our second listener along with another UH football win. Bill switches before UH wins to the Baylor game. Bill discusses Roller Derby finals and media coverage. 

At 12:33, Stig starts the segment talking about Vegas and the marathon being held there. Bill talks about public transportation in the Metroplex. Stig then talks about his 20th anniversary and wedding music.

At 20:04, Stig and Bill talk a bit about Astros. Bill has a round of disc golf. Oxford's Dicitionary word of the year is not a word. The two finish the segment talking about the insane backlash of governors saying refugees are not welcome in certain states. 

At 26:56, Bill and Stig finish the show with what's new to them. Stig is enjoying lovestoride.net/houston. Bill is watching "Man in the High Castle". 

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 11:46am EDT
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Show 49 starts out with full disclosure of Stig and Bill recording will slightly buzzed. They begin with a little talk about the Real Ale Coffee Porter Party.

At 4:23, Bill and Stig recount riding in the 2015 BikeHouston Moonlight Ramble. The two talk about the route, the attendance, and the ride in general. Stig then talks about finishing the evening at Mongoose vs. Cobra and a wonderful gin drink.

At 18:25, Bill brings light to a story of another Texas city making questionable choices in their elections. 

At 24:50, Stig starts the sports segment out with some Twitter news! Rockets and UH football continue to win. 

At 30:47, Bill and Stig wrap up the show a little more buzzed than at the beginning. Bill shares a video smash up with the Wizard of Oz, Stig offers a MIT authored offering known as the Infinite Loop Jukebox.

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 11:17am EDT
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Show 48 starts with Bill and Stig discussing the disappointment of Houston Proposition 1 - the HERO proposition not passing. 

At 7:30, Stig and Bill continue their conversation about the recent elections including the mayor's race, the county propositions, as well as the state propositions.

At 17:49, Bill and Stig consider and hate the World Champion KC Royals. There is also discussion about the ramifications of HERO not passing and the Super Bowl and Final Four. 

At 25:14, Bill reports on jury news from Georgia. Stig relates a chicken related death. Bill follows up with sad news on the ebola front. 

At 31:35, Stig applauds a new website that Bill sent. Bill like a new show on the CW.

 

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Show 47 starts with Bill and Stig talking about Hurricane Patricia and what's coming up in the show.

At 4:59, Bill and Stig discuss the upcoming Houston election focusing in on Proposition 1, also known as the HERO ordinance. Bill does a nice job explaining a few nuances of the ballot. 

At 12:57, Stig starts the segment with a correction from the previous week. Sports talk starts with Texans disappointments and UH success. 

At 18:30, Bill and Stig talk about our drinks including "The Sorority Girl Dream".  The pair then covers what is new to them this week.

 

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Show 46 starts with a discussion of this weeks' beers, pumpkin spice, and a preview of the rest of the episode.

At 3:50, Bill begins telling about serving on a murder trial jury for the last couple of weeks. 

At 15:05, the discussion continues about the trial that Bill served on the jury. 

At 25:59, Bill and Stig discuss the Astros final week. We also consider the death of Bevo and a little of college sports. Stig also mentions his nephew and a wedding they attended. We also wish Sue a Happy Birthday and meet good people eating sushi. 

At 36:03, Stig and Bill wrap up the show with what's new. Bill attends a reunion and Stig starts a new book made of actual paper. 

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 11:07pm EDT
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Show 45 starts with Bill and Stig giddy about the Astros being in the playoffs. Bill's week no so good due to continuing jury duty. Stig's coffee stirs controversy with talk of it having a BBC.

At 5:31, Stig and Bill talk about Governor Abbott's twitter comments on the Cowboys. Bill then discusses his National Night Out in his neighborhood. Stig unfortunately signs up for his neighborhood's website. Bill reports on the Townie meeting Stig watches baseball with the attorneys. 

At 16:29, the guys begin the segment with talk about the upcoming Moonlight Ramble. Bill gives us a glimpse of his Halloween plans. 

At 20:59, the sports segment starts with some lineup card controversy. Stig and Bill then cover a bit of college sports with Texas and Tech and Baylor football talk. Astro analysis about having to only win one game out of two.

At 31:10, Stig and Bill finish up the show with what's new to them. Stig begins a 27 disc set of a book on CD. Bill gets at new tool chest. 

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Show 44 starts with a discussion on beer availability during a rare daytime recording session. Stig previews the topics on the show then. 

At 4:42, Bill tells about his weekend on the bayou and all of the celebrations that were taking place this weekend. He also hit Trader's Village for an Art Car Event. 

At 14:20, Stig begins a discussion on the affordability of housing in Houston based on a report from Rice University's Shell Center of Sustainability. 

At 26:12, Bill and Stig compare notes on airports including humorous events at DFW and the dreaded Atlanta Hartsfield.

At 33:56, Stig and Bill bring you up to date on Astros news and obscenities and Texans disappointments. Stig then talks about running across and old friend's website loaded with great short films. Bill talks about extended jury duty, well as much as the law will allow!

 

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Show 43 starts with Bill and Stig discussing the weekend's events including going to the Houston Fringe Festival and seeing the latest offering from Cameron Moore. Bill also tells about hosting a birthday party at his house. 

At 6:26, Stig begins the discussion about the festivities and dedication of Buffalo Bayou Park this coming weekend. The two also discuss various spots along the park and hours and regulations as well.

At 18:33, Bill tell about KTRU going back on the air after a few years without a transmitter. Bill also takes in the last regular Astro's day game and discovers quite a bit of construction. 

At 25:10, Stig debates whether or not baseball season is almost over for Astro fans. The pair also talk about the Texans win and the Dynamo's standing currently.

At 31:40, Stig wraps up the show discussing music remakes and covers being new again, Bill has a plan to spend the next Sunday at Trader's Village. 

 

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 6:21pm EDT
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Show 42 starts with a quick recap of Bill and Stig's weekends. 

At 3:50, Stig starts a discussion of the vast number of refugees that are relocated to Houston. Citing an article from the Houston Chronicle, Bill and Stig discuss how and why Houston is so popular as a refugee location. The segment ends with a bit of reality television discussion.

At 15:32, Bill and Stig talk about various aspects of long tail distribution as exampled by Mr. Shirley's tweet earlier in the week. Stig does not go into so much detail about mechanics of fluids.

At 24:34, Stig and Bill discuss a change in the NeRG's playing surface and how the Astro's are slowing their pace now that the playoffs are near. 

At 31:55, Stig tells about starting another 5K training program and the bad advertising from Apple Music promoting "mix tapes"! Bill shares an eBay shipping story as what's new for him.

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Show 41 starts with Bill and Stig talking about their beers and the previous weekend. Bill has surgery and pays for the sins of his childhood. 

At 7:02, Bill and Stig discuss the Texan's first game of the season and quarterback issues already. Also discussed is a bit of college football and a discussion of charging visiting bands for their seats on the road.

At 18:29, Stig and Bill break down the Astro's schedule and the run to the pennant race. The recent twitter fued between @astros and A's fans in Oakland is also covered.

At 25:59, Bill and Stig talk about Stephen Cobert's debut on Network TV. Stig complains about the streaming issues he's having with Xfinity. A satire of the commercialization of Burning Man by Quizno's is also discussed.

At 37:20, Stig and Bill wrap up the show with what's new to each of them. Bill will have a guest, Stig runs fartleks.

 

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Show 40 starts with Bill discussing his Labor Day Staycation and Stig works another holiday weekend. 

At 17:19, Stig and Bill start discussing the third part of the Houston Bucket List from the Houston Press several years ago. Included in this part of the list is Marfreless, Waugh Bridge Bats, the Rothko Chapel, and House of "Guys".

At 26:26, Bill and Stig finish the Houston Bucket List with topics like Market Square, the Tunnel System, Little Joe Washington, and Frenchy's Chicken.

At 41:46, Stig and Bill wrap up this week's show with some observations on oil prices and how it relates to Gallery Furniture. Bill watch's several films during the holiday weekend.

 

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Show 39 starts with Bill and Stig talking about the "last" show at Fitzgerald's in the Heights. 

At 8:43, Stig shares insight from Roger Williams University professor Sean Verrano as to whether or not, crime increased because of Katrina evacuee's moving to Houston. As part of the conversation, Bill and Stig share their Katrina experiences as well.

At 20:00, Bill and Stig discuss the middle third of the 100 things to do in Houston before you die including, Space Center Houston, Gallery Furniture, and illegal activities at Last Concert Cafe.

At 31:40, Stig and Bill finish their discussion of the middle third of 100 things to do in Houston, including Airline Drive cruising, Shipley doughnuts, and Lakewood Church. 

At 46:56, Bill figures out the reason Ashley Madison website was hacked. Stig shares an HBO show he thought was good. Bill shares his Mom's travels and brings presents back for both of us.

 

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Show 38 starts with Bill and Stig talking about the Friday night no-hitter by Mike Fiers and make excuses for not attending the games live.

At 6:28, Stig and Bill begin their discussion on the Houston 100 Bucket List. This week they discuss the bottom third of the list and will cover 33 items next week and the following week. On the list this week various bars, museums, and activities are discussed.

At 20:13, Bill and Stig talk about Texans' pre-season games and the ongoing penant races in the MLB. Included is info about the upcoming schedules for both teams. The pair also discuss the history of no-hitters at Minute Maid and with the Astros.

At 28:34, Stig and Bill wrap up the week with news from BikeHouston, a police incident at Oregon football practice, and bad texting from the judicial bench. After that, Bill shares his Top Golf outting and Stig continues to spend too much time on the Buffalo Bayou Running Loop.

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Show 37 begins with Stig and Bill discussing their drinks and what's coming up on the show.

At 3:37, Bill and Stig review White Linen Nights in the Heights. As part of WLN, the guys got to see the band "Thrill" perform on 19th street.

At 6:21, Stig and Bill talk with Evan and Jake from "Thrill".

At 16:58, Bill talks about the fire at the Houston Furniture Bank.

At 23:30, Stig and Bill talk about the Astros continuing to roll, Bill discusses Sunday mornings at Town in City Brewing, Stig takes in a show at Miller Outdoor Theatre, and the pair talk about Texans football. Bill gives a comprehensive wrapup of the Houston Roller Derby season's finals.

At 32:30, Stig begins the final segment with dental talk and disappointment with HBO's Hard Knocks series. Bill tells about new bus routes that are free this week.

 

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 10:45am EDT
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Show 36 starts with a quick recap of Bill's week including MichiRu Sushi and fond memories of the Summit.

At 6:06, Bill and Stig discuss an article from the Houston Press about opinions and beliefs. Stig then shares the tragic GoFundMe campaign that showed up on his Facebook.

At 18:06, Stig and Bill update the story about keg rental prices in Houston. We then encourage you to lock your bikes up and discuss contraflow lanes.

At 27:18, Bill and Stig discuss the Geto Boys' pirate radio station, dangerous drones, Biggio goes into the Hall, and Tay Tay news. Bill brings us up to date on a new bar and a new television show. Stig still uses analog tech.

 

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 10:16pm EDT
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Show 35 starts with Bill and Stig rolling through a little Gold Cup and Men's National Soccer team analysis. 

At 8:22, Stig starts with praising Bill's mom on her travel photos. Stig then reviews Kiki's Sordid Sideshow and gives it good marks. Bill talks about events at the Continental Club's 15th birthday party. Bill also mentions some experiences at the Big Top. No Steely Dan show for Stig and more problems with music video awards.

At 21:55, Stig gives his pronognosis on Bill's head injury. Stig then talks about using the Nike running app. Bill picks up orange seats of history and has a good experience at the Nerg.

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Show 34 starts with Bill and Stig talking about some recent soccer games including the US Women's National Team. 

At 9:12, Stig talks about a recent Instagram feud including J.J. Watt and Zach Mettenberger. Bill brings Donald Trump into the mix and then tell about his soccer experience at the Nerg. Stig plays a bit of Gold Cup audio and Bill does an after party at Hans Bier Haus.

At 17:28, Stig begins his lesson on Frisco, Texas and the Shawnee Trail. Bill then schools Stig on water chemistry in craft brewing.

At 29:06, Stig discusses the newest dessert offering from Taco Bell. Bill discovers a new app called Periscope. 

 

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 10:50pm EDT
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Show 33 starts with Bill and Stig discussing the previous weekends' events and their beverages of choice.

At 4:21, Bill talks about attending a legislative review of the past state's session hosted in Houston by the Texas Tribune. The two also give a little commentary on the past Pride Week's activities.

At 14:33, Stig discusses the ongoing danger of bicycling in Houston. Recently in Houston, there's been a spike in fatalities. A full show was dedicated to this issue - Show 10.

At 18:58, Bill reports on the new port in town along with his attendance at "Men for Choice". Stig and Bill then wrap up the week with what's new for both of themselves.

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Show 32 starts with Bill explaining his recent accident and the effects of falling on your face. 

At 4:20, Bill and Stig discuss the changes with moving the Pride Parade and surrounding activities downtown, including routes and logistics. 

At 12:33, Stig and Bill continue talking about the US Women's National Soccer Team. Media coverage and graphic mistakes are pointed out. Stig then turns his attention to the Houston Dash. Bill wraps up the segment with some Goggle and Yahoo Sports fails and the Austin Aztexs. 

At 24:41, Bill and Stig talk a little Astros insights. Bill then tell about a few problems with ethics reform bills in the past state legislation session. Stig discovers Strava's data on most used paths for running and biking in your town.

At 32:49, Bill runs into DPS regulations in trying to procure his pain meds! The show ends with a little summertime selection.

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Show 31 starts with Bill discussing his week with WWDC and cleanup at Olivewood Cemetery as well as a trip to the Gaslamp Bar in Midtown. Stig has ethical decisions with a rental car.

At 11:12, Stig talks about the Belmont Stakes and working in "horse" country. Both Stig and Bill begin a discussion on the 2015 Women's World Cup. Stig also talks about an article Bill sent him on the famous Brandi Chastain photo from 1999.

At 20:25, Stig describes making "art" along with his wife at the Processional Arts Workshop. Bill talks about a solution should the Astros get rid of Tal's Hill.

At 33:17, Stig talk about yet another drone that crosses his radar along with being irritated at AT&T. Bill finds a new soccer team in Houston.

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Show 30 starts with Bill educating Stig on Reiner Knizia, Stig has tire issues. The segment ends with unyielding cattle and fish in the outfield. 

At 11:13, Stig updates the conditions at Buffalo Bayou park, Bill discusses the FPSF at the Nerg. 

At 23:48, Bill tells about being a "Townie" at the Town in City Brewery. Bill and Stig give their opinions on the Waco Twin Peaks incident. 

Stig wraps up the segment with the Houston Bike Plan.

At 36:53, Stig and Bill cover several items quickly including fitness on the Apple Watch, AirDog drones, Caitlyn as a name, graduation ceremonies, and parrot fish.

Stig wraps up the show with a BBC music video and Bill does something new this week.

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Show 29 starts with Bill telling about his weekend in Wimberly and Stig spends the weekend in L.A.

At 5:31, Stig and Bill talk about the Rockets win over the Warriors. The two discuss the game along with the Toyota Center's presentation. They also talk about tshirt tosses.

At 15:48, Bill and Stig cover the aspects of the recent flooding in Houston. 

At 27:50, Stig cover other sports news about the Texans, Dynamos, and Astros.

At 33:20, Stig discovers a little more of the bayou trails, Bill does some recent work with Flickr. 

 

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 11:08am EDT
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Show 28 starts with a discussion of the recent Sunday streets along with other events of the the weekend for Bill and Stig.

At 6:11, Stig tells about running his first 5K in twenty years, Bill and Stig talk about watching the Rockets game at Lucky's. We laughed, we cried, the staff yelled at us!

At 19:02, Stig improves his coffee, Bill explains why we don't use www anymore. Bill and Stig both discuss the new rail near BBVA stadium and the University line possibilities. The free concert at BBVA is also discussed. Stig considers how to listen to the Free Press concerts for free. Bill describes his trip to the remodeled courthouse downtown.

At 35:29, Bill tweets nasty tweets but softens up with prospects of seeing Pitch Perfect. Stig tells Bill about the re-release of Tears for Fears "Songs from the Big Chair".

Have a great week everyone!

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 7:36pm EDT
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Show 27 starts with Mother Day's greetings between Bill and Stig, and busy schedules continue for both.

At 5:42, Stig and Bill discuss the junior governor's reaction to conspiracy theorists worries that the US may put Texas under martial law. Texas Ranger lore is also referenced. Bill discusses local elections in Harris and Montgomery county.

At 17:38, Bill and Stig talk about Ed Emmitt's tour of Europe to get some more ideas on what to do with the Astrodome. Bill creates a new motto for Houston. A vast number of presidential candidates start the race, ten are from Houston.

At 33:11, the week's sport news is discussed with some upcoming events in Houston.

At 38:03, Bill and Stig wrap up the show with what's new. Stig tells about a travel program called WAZE along with giant rice crispies treats. Bill explains the rise and fall of Nepal literally due to the recent earthquake.

 

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Show 26 starts with Stig having multiple drinks lined up and Bill describes his very full social weekend.

At 7:22, Bill and Stig discuss the "Fight of the Century", impressions of Las Vegas, and a horse race factoid as well.

At 17:18, Stig and Bill have to talk more sports because of the success of both the Rockets and Astros. Stig calls Bill out on stalking Root Sports reporter Julia Morales. Also the controversial tweet from the Rockets is discussed.

At 29:02, Bill tells us about the graphic novel, "The Hedge Knight" a prequel extension of Game of Thrones. Stig talks about the darker side of Las Vegas.

 

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 12:02am EDT
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Show 25 begins with Bill discussing his acquisition of some Houston history, Stig questions software updates since he has finally updated his phone.

At 5:38, Stig and Bill discuss the rise in Houston's sports teams capital. Rockets predictions and Astros highlights are discussed. Dallas failures are highlighted.

At 16:09, Bill and Stig discusses various options of routing I-45 through downtown and other highway planning and development.

At 23:46, Stig thinks about jogging on the road during his next trip, Bill attends some shows at Fitzgerald's and starts reporting Taylor Swift news finally.

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 3:08pm EDT
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Show 24 starts with Bill and Stig talking about what they've done since the last show along with drink selections.

At 5:29, the discussion of the Astrodome's 50th birthday party starts. 

At 8:24, Stig's interview with James Glassman from Houstorian.org about the Dome's history and future.

At 17:50, Stig quizes Bill with Astrodome history.

At 23:21, Bill and Stig discuss the Astros second game of the season and Rockets climb to the playoffs.

At 30:18, Bill talks about Texas liquor laws, Stig talks about the bayou trails again, and both discuss Game of Thrones.

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 10:14pm EDT
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Show 23 starts with complaints on Stig's coffee and what was the original Sunday, Bloody Sunday. Bill wraps up SXSW with early Saturday morning shennanigans. 

At 7:55, the discussions continue with the latest legislation monkey business, Stig discusses the Starbucks initiative to discuss race relations. After coffee, we talk about the two guys that broke into the Astrodome and posted photos.

At 22:10, Bill and Stig discuss the week's sports talk including Astros and Rockets.

At 27:54, Stig and Bill discuss what's new to them for the week. Stig learns about high end paper models and Bill brings another great series, The Unbreakable Kimmie Schmidt on Netflix. 

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 12:31pm EDT
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Show 22 begins with a local State Represenative messing with our craft breweries. There's also discussion on two other ill-advised bills.

At 10:50, Stig and Bill update the R. Kelly concert plans, Rockets and Dynamo schedules, note that the NCAA Basketball tournament makes a stop at the NRG, and one sticker for all runs into problems.

At 21:04, Bill has some drinking corrections, Stig follows Robert Durst down a long sad hallway, Astroworld is for sale, and Bill promotes G'Raj Mahal and the Roller Derby.

 

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Show 21 starts with Stig finally getting beat in the FitBit challenge, and a chicory liquor, along with consideration of the "Sunday, Bloody Sunday" phrase being co-opted.

At 7:08, Bill and Stig discuss the R. Kelly issue and his scheduled appearance this summer at the Free Press Festival.

The Boston bombing suspect goes on trial and some oddities in that trial.

At 16:18, the 50th anniversary of the Selma march is discussed, also Stig mentions an article tracing 100 years of life in Montrose.

At 21:37, Bill begins our sports segment with the first Dynamo game of the season. Stig and Bill discuss JJ Watts new cabin. The Funnel Tunnel leaves Montrose and Bill wraps the segment with "One Sticker for All".

At 31:32, more which color is the dress talk, music video talk including Taylor Swift, and Bill introduces us to a new bar off Navigation - Voodoo Queen.

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Show 20 starts with Bill and Stig correcting their Oscars talk and Bill takes in a live show.

At 10:24, Stig has had too much coffee but talk turns to things of spring including SXSW, the Astros, random bike rides, softball leagues.

At 18:56, Bill and Stig give news of a few upcoming concerts of note, Stig has been utilizing his FitBit too much, Bill brings more idiotic news from the Texas legislature.

The show wraps up with a popular TV host stealing Bill's material!

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Category:podcast -- posted at: 11:20pm EDT
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Show 19 starts with Bill describing his trip back from Colorado with an interesting stop in Amarillo. 

At 10:07, Stig and Bill begin their discussion on the Oscars, including Boyhood, The Grand Budapest Hotel, and Selma.

At 21:14, Stig sees the Mugsy's logo on the side of Costa's, Bill's bike gets stolen, sort of. Bill gives us the scoop on "New Girl".

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Show 18 starts Bill and Stig having a Skype conversation about Bill's travels to Colorado.  Stig tells about the current lack of water in Lake Travis.

At 9:44, Stig talks about the development plans along Kirby and Bill gives us a better understanding of the World Alpine Championships in the Vail area.

At 20:53, Stig reviews the recent Bob Schneider show at the Mucky Duck and Bill talks about evening entertainment in Vail. They also talk about the upcoming Roller Derby season opening, the urban slide, and the downtown bike lane.

At 30:28, Bill and Stig wrap up the show with a brief discussion on the Fitbit and news of KTRU-FM going back on the air under different call letters.

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Show 17 starts out with Stig and Bill discussing the Super Bowl, and JJ Watt gets a cabin in the woods.

At 10:25, Bill and Stig continue with a discussion on the halftime performances at the Super Bowl. 

At 18:59, Stig discusses travels in Mississippi and commercial radio, Bill tells us about a bill introduced in the Texas Legislature to protect the Alamo. Stig gives a very informal review of Weights + Measures. 

At 27:02, Stig gives a quick Rockets update, concert news for Valentines' Day, Stig plays a clip from an old Police documentary, Bill finds good journalism and editorship.

They wrap up the show with a recent case of a Florida bicyclist winning the right to ride in the full lane.

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Show 16 begins with Stig being glad to be home again, Bill reviews the chili cook-off at the Oddfellow's Lodge last weekend, and both share their lack of thoughts on the Pro Bowl and upcoming Super Bowl.

At 9:51, Bill and Stig discuss Leon's Lounge closing along with commentary on what defines the oldest bar in Houston.

At 19:22, Stig tells about the Death Rollercoaster, some Valentines' Day options, and Bill mentions the Psych Ward Sirens fundraiser this coming weekend.

At 27:45, Stig discusses Duke Student Athletics campaign to not use "marginalizing" language, Bill urges all to support local music!

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Show 15 starts with Bill's review of the Bayou City Burlesque and Circus Arts Festival and continues with a discussion of the new dog park.

Stig tells about Matress Mac's latest promotion for free furniture.

At 14:12, Stig and Bill talk about this years' Houston Marathon, Bill tell about his latest geocaching adventure, and Stig reports on USBs in NYC.

At 23:18, Stig talks about the new HBO series Togetherness, Bill experiences cedar fever.

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Stig and Bill start Show 14 off with a chance to win tickets to the Bayou City Burlesque and Circus Arts Festival - just be the first correct answer and WIN!

Stig covers some Tay Tay corrections from last week and the pair discuss Craig Biggio's election into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

At 14:30, Bill and Stig discuss the previous week's football playoff karma along with the upcoming Houston marathon and J.J. Watt's Charity Classic.

At 24:22, Stig discusses the Golden Globe awards and the film/soundtrack "The Last Waltz", Bill gives the details on a Politico article, "The Secret History of Women in the Senate" also know as - Naked Senators!

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Show 13 starts with Bill and Stig discussing their New Year's Eves

At 6:27, Part one of their interview with burlesque clown and show promoter, Kiki Marroon starts.

At 19:59, Kiki tells Bill and Stig about the upcoming Bayou City Burlesque and Circus Arts Festival along with detailing some of the performers scheduled to appear.

At 29:40, Bill reviews the Dallas Wild Card game and some Pro Bowl talk and Stig brings Taylor Swift back into the mix.

At 39:31, Stig talks about Coloring for Adults and Bill discusses geocaching.

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