Episode 5 -- Let's Rock the Vote

The Show: Dive into the minds of two men as they share their unique perspectives on politics, sports, finance, family, and more. Join in, have your thoughts challenged, and hopefully experience a laugh or two as these co-hosts share their takes.

The Hosts: Rodney is a quiet but efficient communicator who spends his days testing and improving IT systems for a Fortune 500 company. He’s a proud husband, dad, and pop pop. Derek, a reformed operations leader turned HR professional, is a proud empty nester and husband who loves to tell a good story and savor fine bourbon. Friends for over 30 years, these two bring a wealth of experience and camaraderie to every episode.

0:00-2:45 Introduction 

2:45-  8:45  VP Debate Takes- Derek's Takes

8:45-10:59 Rodney’s Perspective on the debate

11:00-11:46  JD Vance is Vision

11:46-12:49 Shout out to Uncle Johnny Who has their ear

12:50 – 15:43 Dave Ramsey’s Perspective

16:00- 17:39 Dave Ramsey as a social media influencer

19:00- 25:45 Getting the Black Male Vote

25:45- 29:00    What’s at stake in this election, and a nod to DEI

30:29- 33:00    Navigating the election as a parent/ Just don’t be an ass.

37:00- 38:00    Lip Reading

40:00 – 43:00   Go Vote

The Show: Dive into the minds of two generation X-men as they share their perspectives on politics, sports, finance, family, and more. Join in, have your thoughts challenged, and hopefully experience a laugh or two as these co-hosts share their takes.

The Hosts: Rodney is a quiet but efficient communicator who spends his days testing and improving IT systems for a Fortune 500 company. He’s a proud husband, dad, and pop pop. Derek, a reformed operations leader turned HR professional, is a proud empty nester and husband who loves to tell a good story and savor fine bourbon. Friends for over 30 years, these two bring a wealth of experience and camaraderie to every episode.

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Chapters

• 2:45 Walz vs Lance Vice Presidential Debate
• 11:00 JD Vance = Vision (Marvel Cinematic Universe)
• 12:50 Dave Ramsey's choice for President and his role as a social media influencer
• 19:00 The Black Male Vote in 2024
• 25:45 Navigating the Election as a Parent/ Don't be an A$$H@le!
• 40:00 GO VOTE!