Almost in Agreement
367 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsA show about nothing and everything.
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Ep. 314 Burning Man
April 20, 2024 14:00 - 2 hours - 59.8 MBOh snap...we did it Holleroo was a great success, Big Jon sits in for a recap of week 1 of TCAP testing, sam and I wander the random objections to housing...and oh so much more.
Ep. 313 Short show Crazy week
April 13, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 37.6 MBSam and I in quick, and fairly tranquill, episode cover teachers with guns, stealing kids to get abortions, Arizon before it was a state, and more on the 'feelings' about the economy.
Ep. 312 Hospitals for Cash
April 06, 2024 04:20 - 2 hours - 60.5 MBSam and I check in on progess in and around Farragut...both the Board of of Mayor and Aldermen reconcidering (quite contentiously) their vote agains the new growth plan, as well as a major announcmnet about the beginings of a potentially MASSIVE project on I-40...we devolve in to Certificat of need, AGAIN, and soso so so much more.
Ep. 312 Farragut Tells Jacobs to shove it
March 30, 2024 13:37 - 2 hours - 63 MBIF you didnt already know, the people and their governing body, of Farragut are more important than the rest of us...and don't mind tell you...I think the state thinks we're dumb, Sam thinks I'm crazy...and chaos insues...we get going on so many things, I totally forgot to talk about the bridge in Baltimore...I personaly hope the rescue teams and recovery crews stay safe and do good work...so... Holleroo.co Almost in Agreement Facebook
Ep. 311 Get a Hair Cut
March 23, 2024 14:13 - 2 hours - 60.6 MBBiggiE sits in to discuss modern hair and fasion...then Sam and I fall down another rabbit hole of sucky governmenty randomness...its all good fun. Website Holleroo.co Facebook
Ep. 310 Tyson V Paul
March 15, 2024 14:00 - 2 hours - 59.6 MBSam and I work through a couple of state level laws being passed...you know the get rid of Gloria bill...which you know...I can't say the idea is the worst...however the State GOP's transparency is a little hard to swallow, speaking of state GOP being full of it, hey Memphis...we know better...you know about how to police your citizens... This and so much more... Website. Facebook
Ep. 309 Drugs are fun!
March 09, 2024 15:00 - 22 minutes - 10.3 MBSam and I did it...we voted...ok we'll I did at least...no real supprises, but some supprises
Ep. 309 Drugs are fun! re-release
March 09, 2024 15:00 - 2 hours - 58.1 MBSam and I did it...we voted...ok we'll I did at least...no real supprises, but some supprises an exciting SOTU...I guess... EDIT: Technical glitch...re-released 3/10
Ep. 308 What the hell is this flyer for?
March 02, 2024 14:32 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBSam and I talk about delegate election flyers, Super Tuesday is on the horizon, a door knocker tells me he doesnt like imigration. Facebook, X, Website
Ep. 307 KCS teach mustard gas
February 24, 2024 15:00 - 2 hours - 58.7 MBSam and I get a little testy again over the correct pronunciation of Concord VT. Jon stops in for a quick hello and tells us how he might have learned how to make mustard gas at school. A TN rep talks about killing ALL the kids in Palistine and snakes on a plane...sorta. Holleroo.co check it out.
Ep. 306 Eutopian Losses
February 17, 2024 13:53 - 2 hours - 59.3 MBAnother win for me...sorta...Sam and I wrestle with the stupidity of requiring you to buy HOT beer, early voting has started and what it actually means to have a drivers license. Ok I'll be honest I lose my mind on Sam a couple of times...I do love the man...but DAMNIT he knows how to get me crazy...so enjoy as Sam makes a fool of me for the next 2 hours.
Ep. 305 Dear leader Jamie
February 10, 2024 15:08 - 2 hours - 61.9 MBLawer Jamie is back in the studio to chat about some SCOTUS issues...a terrible take by Seth on Special ED issues in Public schools...and Elon Musk is the only tech guy trying to slow down AI...but we're all too mad about his politics to listen.... Website, X, Facebook
Ep. 304 Swifties Unite
February 03, 2024 14:16 - 2 hours - 60.3 MBSam's got a bone to pick with the NFL and its use of Taylor Swifts fandom...or he doesn't Im not sure...'it's funny and sad' he says...Groundhog day brings out what became a sports episode. UT vs NCAA, NFL scripting seasons, and more. Website, Facebook, X
Ep. 303 Plow your own street
January 27, 2024 15:04 - 2 hours - 64.5 MBSam and I get down to the nitty gritty about Zachary's rediculous kidnapping isnt already illegal bill, KCS snow plows for now reason, and a public offical who isnt quailified but...legality isnt important for them...so its fine they keep the job. Website, Facebook, X
Ep. 302 Snow and stuff...
January 20, 2024 15:00 - 2 hours - 59.3 MBLet it snow, let it snow, let it...for the love of god! Lets get back to life...Too many exciting things happening to be stuck in your house...there's a whole world out there...or bundle up and listen to this amazing podcast about...snow... Facebook, X, Website
Ep. 301 Becky Massey and the '24 session
January 19, 2024 20:35 - 1 hour - 28.6 MBBecky Massey....never disapoints, comes in with some cool stuff going on in our state Senate...we look at some upcoming bill she is taking lead on as well as her thoughts on some of the most talked about potential bills in this cycle. Website Facebook x
Ep. 300 Jenny O in the house.
January 13, 2024 15:00 - 2 hours - 57.6 MBJennifer Owens stops by to finally talk about vouchers amoung other things...Sam stumps me with an on the spot annology...although upon further thought I think I know the answer...and well Jennifer brought me twizzlers...so Im good...best episode of the year...by far.
Ep. 299 2024 is HERE So much to do
January 06, 2024 15:47 - 2 hours - 58.5 MBBy golly we made it...2024 and the crazy is just getting started...unelected officals in TN are making up laws as they see fit, UT continues its growth plan regarless of the city or county. The county's growth plan is under fire and no one wants to step up and put their big kid pants on and take the lead...so...elections are on deck...who's gonna bother to vote and for whom will those who do elect? Change ahead, we'll have to wait and see.... Website, X, Facebook
Ep. 298 The end of the year is upon us
December 30, 2023 14:58 - 2 hours - 55.3 MBNothing like a look back at the year that was...poorly...we do our best, but we chat some top events from 2023 and wander in and out...like we do...so we hope you are enjoying a wonderful holiday season and look forward to another great year with AiA!!!
Ep. 297 Wrapping up for Xmas
December 23, 2023 13:50 - 1 hour - 45 MBSpecail guest Tim Burchett US House Tn D2 sits in to talk about little green men and the emergance of the new 'green party' in DC. Sam and I chat that School letter grades, 'No Growth Knoxville' and much much more. Facebook, X, Website
Ep. 296 Going off the grid
December 16, 2023 14:25 - 1 hour - 52 MBSam and I discuss going off the grid, we bring in Jon for a chat about the confusion over time travel. I decided I'm starting a politcal group, "No Growth Knoxville" just to put a name to how people really feel, maybe i'll start a non-profit..lol. We again go down some 'posturing' about how the introduction of a voucher program will actually work...happy holidays to all you out there and celebrate what you celebrate. Website, Facebook, Twitter (X)
Ep. 295 Nukes Everywhere
December 09, 2023 14:51 - 2 hours - 55.6 MBSam and I sit down with a special guest 'Jon' and chat about vouchers, UFO's, Anti-semitism according to congress and much more. Website, Facebook, X
Ep. 294 Matt goes bye
December 02, 2023 14:03 - 2 hours - 71.4 MBOn this weeks episode you will learn how to buy all Matt's old crap...but the sale is today only so act fast!!! We also discuss V. Ashe and freinds suing the state over a poster that tells you what the law is to vote in a primary. Gov. Lee announces his plans to roll out 'school scholorships' Matt brings up the ambulance contract with nothing to say...and so much more. Facebook, X, Website
Ep. 293 Diversity is access
November 25, 2023 14:49 - 1 hour - 49.9 MBSam and I are back...we chat 'forced advocacy' in sports, Gloria Johnson's senate run, the quiet removal of 'Diversity' in offical names on UT's campuses, and a thief who got caught by his underware. Facebook, Twitter, Website
Ep. 292 11% or so bothered...
November 11, 2023 14:31 - 2 hours - 59.6 MBCongrats Knoxville...11% or so of you bothered voting...for those that did good on you, for those that didn't hope your ok with what you've got...Sam and I chat elections and so so so much more. Website Facebook X
Ep. 291 Sex ed is what
November 05, 2023 11:58 - 2 hours - 55.7 MBWe're late, I know...but I had something super special going on. Anyway...Sam and I sit down for a little 'birds and the bees' chat...a follow up on the cost of running an election...and i try to articulate the inherent 'problem' with public schools. So check it out and tell your friends about us. Facebook, X, Website
Ep. 290 New School goes where?
October 28, 2023 14:29 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBSam and I chat about the possible new school going into Farragut, the new police station, a quick visit from a 13 year old on the state of School Bathrooms...the delema of 'voter engagement' and how much old people like to vote early. Website, Facebook, X
Ep. 289 Is Israel Real?
October 21, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MBSam and I chat the current madness in Israel, still no speaker? why UT scares me...and some other stuff...
Ep. 288 Paraskevidekatriaphobia
October 14, 2023 13:57 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBNo lie thats a real word...listen and we'll even pronounce it for you...Sam and I discuss the importance of Papaskevidekatriaphobia in moder society, a cracy week in the city judges race and what a diaper in a trash can got confused with. Website, Facebook, Twitter
Ep. 287 Live and Loud
October 07, 2023 13:59 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBSo I got called into work and talked Sam to doing a show with the mobil rig at work....SO the audio is a little rougher than usuall...non the less, Sam and I work through a ton of happenings right here in K-Town as well as some national stories. Website, Facebook, X
Ep. 286 A Slow week...
September 23, 2023 13:42 - 1 hour - 40.5 MBA deep dive...in to not much...Sam and I wander through some stuff...I had fun...Hope you do to! Facebook Twitter Website
Ep. 285 Whambulance
September 16, 2023 12:39 - 2 hours - 55.9 MBHopeful I dont have a heart attack mid episode...cause AMR might not come to get me...county and state races are starting to take shape, and what to do with a million dead spiders. Website, Facebook, X
Ep. 284 Choto for the bums
September 09, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MBNimbys decend from Choto, Gloria Running for Senate and much more...
Ep. 283 Kincannon wins...
September 02, 2023 13:47 - 2 hours - 56.9 MBSam and I chat city primary Election results, Blount County Pride Legals, and so much more. Facebook, X, website.
Ep. 282 Maui Wowie
August 26, 2023 13:55 - 1 hour - 54 MBSam and I dive down the rabbit hole of emails from a coward, a special waste of time in Nashville, dumb Trump ruining Jepordy...a job our government should actually do... Website, Facebook, X
Ep. 281 Is telling secrets a crime
August 19, 2023 12:20 - 2 hours - 58.1 MBSam and I wander in and out of a discussion on housing and income, we chat about Kanasas newspaper and the legality of secrets, and a little check in on early voting, and for dessert I have a little chat with the guys from CompassKnox.com about this special session starting monday... Website, Facebook, X
Ep. 280 Mayor K said what
August 12, 2023 13:55 - 2 hours - 57.3 MBSam and I look back at a busy week of crazy...Bearden middle goes dumb on improvments, State of TN sets a new tax that is un-functional...Mayor Kincannon says something smart at an unsmart time and so so so much more... website, facebook, x-twitter...i dunno...
Ep. 279 Whats the largest bear species
August 05, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 52.8 MBSam's BACK! and it is glorious. Sam and I chat City elections, polar bears, prision reform, capitalism and some other stuff. Website, Facebook, Twitter...i mean X
Ep. 278 Tyler on Taxes...and stuff
July 29, 2023 12:50 - 2 hours - 56.9 MBTyler Givens sits in for Sam this week...and damnit I like poeople who disagree...cause what I find every time is we agree on a lot...We chat upcoming city races, capitalism, voter ignorance and so much more. Tyler is the creator for 2 YouTube channels dedicated to local issues, see links below. YouTube on Police YouTube on News. Meta
Ep. 277 Guns in the library
July 22, 2023 13:36 - 1 hour - 47.2 MBMayor Jacob's flexes his authority to allow borrowers to carry guns in Knox County Libraries, another 'attempt' by congress to curb corruption...lol...A.I. writes a campaign platform and much much more Facebook, Twitter, Website
Ep. 276 No dancing within 200ft of your neighbors yard
July 15, 2023 13:44 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBSam and I sit to chat about some interesting planning commission development...'23 election cash disclosurs...an honest dive into trans-sports and much more. Website Faceboook Twitter
Ep. 275 4mo and quit it
July 08, 2023 13:57 - 2 hours - 63 MBWe surrvived another 4th of July. We hope you had a fun one too. Belk quits just 4 months into a new job, city endorcments fly, gun deaths by the numbers and more. Website Facebook Twitter
Ep. 274 SCOTUS does stuff
July 01, 2023 14:04 - 2 hours - 59.2 MBSam is back and things go into overtime as we discuss some decisions from the high court, renaming a mountain...and how to accidentily defraud citizens... Website, Facebook, Twitter
Ep. 273 E and E to the rescue
June 24, 2023 18:48 - 1 hour - 35.4 MBGotta call in the big guns...due to the Grand Opening of eVape Tavern we had some scheduling mess...so I couldn't get in to record duing our regular session. SO I had my boys BigE and lil'E sit in for a chat...We talk about Elon and Zuck's pending fight, some submarine madness, and mostly summerschool and vidio games. Website, Facebook, Twitter
Ep. 272 Vacation Blues
June 17, 2023 12:13 - 2 hours - 63.7 MBWe return from a week off with some fire...well at least some interesting convo on comptrollers looking into Hallsdale-Powell Utilities, how to chose who to vote for, CEO vs. Employee wage gaps and so on... Website, Facebook, little blue bird.
Ep. 270 3rd grade sucks...again
May 27, 2023 13:41 - 2 hours - 60.3 MBThe maddness of the 3rd grade retention law and its 'ripples' is in full affect...and if I'm honest, I think there is some value in what is going on here...like anything government...intent and goal are generally miles away from reality. Sam and I chat that, an offical statment from Kat Bike, killer airbags from right here in Knoxville, and much more. Facebook, Twitter, Website
Ep. 269 City Race shapes up and UT starts its slow takeover of everything...maybe....
May 20, 2023 13:55 - 2 hours - 66.3 MBThis week Sam and I chat City Elections, City armored personel carriers, County Cops pay standoff with the Commission and I forgot the rest but there is certainly more. Website, Twitter, Facebook.
Ep. 268 We agreed on these borders...so no bombs...
May 13, 2023 14:00 - 2 hours - 63.4 MBSam and I with special guest Lawyer Jamie, wander through Knox are abudgets, Ukraine, Trump on CNN, and so so so much more. Website, Facebook, Twitter
Ep. 267 A Wonderful Wednesday
May 06, 2023 12:54 - 2 hours - 61.8 MBA chat about mic stands, the 'perception of crime,' are all Supreme Court Judges corrupt, KnoxNews lawsuit with the city of Knoxville over the KPD Cheif search, and a full on tin foil hat pipe dream of the future of US politics. Website Facebook Twitter