Podcast 66: "Guest Host" Indeed!

 In spite of being labelled the "guest host" by Peter and listeners alike (yes, Jim, I'm looking at YOU), it turns out that I am the only one who remembers our motto: The Podcast, First and Always. Peter got distracted by hosting a Lost TV party for a few members of The Homestarmy, and never got me the last edit for this week's podcast - so, here I am, doing the edit and writing the paragraph. If this doesn't get me "Co-Host" status, this podcast is OVER! On the other hand, I'm obviously solely responsible for any errors this week as we discuss episodes 5-8 of The West Wing, Season 3.

Various topics discussed in this podcast include:
    TrekWest5 Culture Corner: Daniel Suarez's Daemon and Freedom ™
    Laser Induced Plasma Channel - and a video of it in action
    Flamingo explains why she's a liberal - great, thought provoking stuff!
    Principles of an American Life: The 16th Amendment
    "Taxes are the price we pay for a civilized society."
    What constitutes "News"?
    "Hard" & "Soft" Money
    At what age do you become responsible for your own actions?
    I Fight Dragons


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Here are the ratings that we gave for each show:

On the Day Before: 1hr 14min 50sec
Peter: Television - 7
Joey: Television - 8

War Crimes: 31min 59sec
Peter: Television - 8
Joey: Television - 6

Gone Quiet: 23min 20sec
Peter: Television - 6
Joey: Television - 5

The Indians in the Lobby: 16min 51sec
Peter: Television - 7
Joey: Television - 6

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Podcast 65: Don't you dare lecture me

 Back at the alternate secret location (AKA - my house) for this weeks recording. West Wing season 3 comes out strong with some very well written episodes, though some of our listeners didn't care for the 9/11 episode Isaac & Ishmael. Either way, Joey and I had a good conversation about a lot of interesting topics. We discuss episodes 1-4 of The West Wing, Season 3.

Various topics discussed in this podcast include:
    Getascent.com Scentsy product review
    Joey's Culture Corner: Lamentation, by Ken Scholes, plus the short story "prequel" A Weeping Czar Beholds the Fallen Moon
    Principles of an American Life: The 15th Amendment
    Civil Liberties vs. Security
    Don't applaud/cheer for Peter & Joey
    A woman's right to choose
    Mom Jeans SNL commercial
    Estate Tax
    Amnesty for illegal immigrants
    Music by Shayna Zaid

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Here are the ratings that we gave for each show:

Isaac & Ishmael: 58min 48sec
Peter: Television - 7
Joey: Television - 7

Manchester Part 1: 34min 04sec
Peter: Television - 8
Joey: Television - 6

Manchester Part 2: 25min 31sec
Peter: Television - 9
Joey: Television - 7

Ways & Means: 35min 11sec
Peter: Television - 8
Joey: Television - 8

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Podcast 64: West Wing Season 2 wrap-up

With the completion of what may arguably be one of the best seasons of television, Joey and I discuss our "favorites" list. Also new to our podcast is Joey's Culture Corner, where he showcases a new book each week for your potential enjoyment. Thanks to all who sent in comments. This podcast covers episodes 21-22 of The West Wing, Season 2.

Various topics discussed in this podcast include:
    Joey's Culture Corner: Kiln People by David Brin
    Free Scentsy samples provided by GetaScent.com.
    Principles of an American Life: The 14th Amendment
    Do you choose the good of the party or go with your own wishes?
    Don't medically treat your own family members
    Why wear hats to a funeral?
    You should question your religious beliefs
    Josh Woodward's track Morning Blue

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Here are the ratings that we gave for each show as well as Season 2 lists/recaps:
18th & Potomac: 50min 18sec
Peter: Television - 9
Joey: Television - 9

2 Cathedrals: 31min 32sec
Peter: Television - 10
Joey: Television - 9

Season 2 wrap up: 18min 37sec

Season 2 recaps and lists
Favorite Extra/Bit Part
Peter: Bernard Thatch
Joey: Senator Stackhouse

Most Hated Character
Peter& Joey: Dr. Bartlet

Favorite Villain
Peter: The 2 Gunmen who shot Josh
Joey: Anne Stark

Hot Chick
Peter: Joey Lucas as played by Marlee Matlin
Joey: Ellie Bartlet as played by Nina Siemaszko

Favorite Issue
Peter: Puerto Rico to possibly become a state
Joey: Presidential Pardoning

Top 5 Hated Episodes
Peter

1. Ellie
2. The Drop In
3. Lame Duck Congress

Joey

1. Lame Duck Congress
2. And It's Surely To Their Credit
3. Portland Trip
4. The War at Home
5. In this Whitehouse

Top 5 Favorite Episodes
Peter:

1. Noel
2. 2 Cathedrals
3. In the Shadow of 2 Gunmen
4. 17 People
5. 18th & Potomac

Joey:

1. Noel
2. 2 Cathedrals
3. 17 People
4. 18th & Potomac
5. In The Shadow of 2 Gunmen

Favorite Overall Moment
Peter & Joey: 2 Cathedrals: President Bartlet's rant against God


Honorable Mention: Shibboleth: President Bartlet pardoning a second turkey


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Podcast 63: Almost like a Filibuster

We had a lot of stuff to talk about this week that wasn't even related to the West Wing episodes. Many thanks to Listener Si for sending in some great stuff about British Politics. As an example, take a look at some of the great photos of the current Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, below. The TW5 intern also joined us for the second week in a row. We need a new guest so he will stop coming on (only kidding Aaron). We discuss episodes 17-20 of The West Wing, Season 2.

I can't tell if he is hitting on me or just pleased with what I am doing.

Extreme patriotism: saluting the flag on the bike you are riding.

Bored? No, I thought I was taking a bite of a sandwich

Various topics discussed in this podcast include:
    Listener Si with more of a British perspective on healthcare and the political system
    Jon Stewart on British scandals
    Puerto Rico to vote on self determination
    National healthcare is a possible 10th Amendment violation
    Ronnie Lee Gardner to use death by firing squad
    Principles of an American Life: The 13th Amendment
    Filibustering - would you pee your pants to maintain the filibuster control?
    Autism
    The first 2000 Prime Numbers
    I Fight Dragons

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Here are the ratings that we gave for each show:
Stackhouse Filibuster: 1hr 26min 17sec
Peter: Television - 8
Joey: Television - 8
Aaron: Television - 9

17 People: 26min 58sec
Peter: Television - 9
Joey: Television - 7
Aaron: Television - 8

Bad Moon Rising: 19min 22sec
Peter: Television - 9
Joey: Television - 8
Aaron: Television - 7

The Fall's Gonna Kill You: 20min 05sec
Peter: Television - 7
Joey: Television - 7
Aaron: Television - 5

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