Java Muses Podcast

Stig Daniels
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  • SOCIETY & CULTURE

Stig Daniels and Bill Shirley discuss Houston culture, arts, music, sports, and whatever else comes to mind in this weekly podcast. Special guests are featured regularly.

  1. 08/25/2018

    Show 144 - Afra Accusations, Bond Election

    Show 144 starts with cheap beer offerings and happiness from the Astros.  Musical Break - They Might Be Giants "Even Numbers" At 4:00, Stig and Bill discuss the bond issue and the details for the special election on September 25th. Musical Break - Kaleo "All The Pretty Girls" (Live) At 12:34, Bill and Stig discuss the accusations against Omar Afra, Dayfornight founder. The two also ponder the future of the festival.  Musical Break - Little Feat "Day or Night" (Live) At 20:47, Bill talks about pitching changes with the Astros and the new Osuna acquisition.  Musical Break - Pharrell "Happy" At 25:48, Stig and Bill wrap the show up with what's new for them, escape rooms and the east side of Houston. For complete notes, links and citations - javamuses.javatime.us

    35 min

  2. 08/15/2018

    Show 143 - Area Codes, Beto, and B-Cycles

    Show 143 starts with a fire sale on beer! Bill celebrates a birthday quietly and some Astros controversy.  Musical Break - Lorde (feat. Run the Jewels) "Supercut" At 5:02, Stig mentions some show dynamics. Also a trip to Atlanta and a new FYHA tee shirt. Bill discusses the evolution of area codes in Houston. FYHA Shop Musical Break - Army Infantry "1, 2, 3, 4, Hey" At 12:27, Stig starts a segment featuring the recent Legends Home Run Derby and the continuing losses of the regular team. Also a bit of soccer and football news included as well. Musical Break - Ambrosia "Drink of Water"  At 19:55, Stig mentions just a little bit of Beto for Texas news. Bill has some spot on reporting on B Cycles and some sex-related activities news! Musical Break - Little Feat "Walkin' All Night"  At 31:02, Stig and Bill finish the show off with a bit of what's new for each of them, a bar for Stig, a hotel for Bill. For complete links, images, and musical citations - javamuses. javatime.us

    39 min

  3. 07/26/2018

    Show 142 - Suffers 713 Day, Comic Strip Live, World Cup Wraps!

    Show 142 starts with a discussion of the word hipster. The guys preview what's coming up on the show. Musical Break - The Suffers "I Think I Love You" At 3:14, Bill starts by describing the outing by the podcast staff to the Suffers album release show at Heights Theatre. Stig does a bit of analysis between the last two shows he's seen.  Musical Break - The Suffers "Intro" At 12:37, Stig and Bill talk about Kiki Maroon's "Comic Strip" show including their favorite acts.  Musical Break - The Suffers "Charlotte Intermission" At 18:26, Bill and Stig give their final thoughts over the last month of watching the World Cup.  Musical Break - The Suffers "Do Whatever"  At 22:37, Stig and Bill wrap up the show with a little more about French soccer and what's new for them for the week. For links and more information - javamuses.javatime.us

    36 min

  4. 07/10/2018

    Show 141 - Protesting at City Hall

    Show 141 starts with a little wrinkle in the Copa de Dinero and some discussions about alcohol. Musical Break - Billy Joe Shaver "Last Call for Alcohol" At 4:33, Bill and Stig talk about the March to End Family Separation that occurred in downtown Houston.  Musical Break - Piñata Protest "Life on the Border" At 14:03, Stig and Bill talk about the continuing World Cup as well as the Astros. Stig's lucky eight grade socks are also mentioned. Musical Break - Tevin Campbell & Prince "Round and Round" At 22:27, bus routes 56 and 66 are explained and Stig gives an eyewitness report on the Cloud Column. Also, Stig mentions the Natural Science Museums exhibit, "Death by Natural Causes". The guys wrap up the show telling what's new for them for the week. For complete links and citations - javamuses.javatime.us

    36 min

  5. 06/22/2018

    Show 140 - World Cup, Pitch 25 Review, Houston's Bean

    Show 140 starts with a discussion about early hour recording and a preview of what's coming up on the show. They also divulge what beer they are consuming during the recording. Music Break - Shakira "Waka Waka - This Time for Africa" At 3:52, Stig and Bill break down some of the coverage of the World Cup. A racist event also happens within the first week of games.  Music Break - Pitbull "We Are One Ole Ole" At 12:33, Bill and Stig review their experience at Pitch 25 watching an Iranian game. The guys also talk about watching other games at other venues. The recent USA rugby win is mentioned as well. Astros go on a winning streak, on the road. Musical Break - Nicky Jam "Live It Up"  At 22:05, Bill and Stig take an art break and discuss the "Cloud Column", one of Houston's newest art installation. The show closes with both describing what is new to them this week.  For complete notes and links and photos - javamuses.javatime.us

    33 min

  6. 06/14/2018

    Show 139 - Suicide, A Visit from Kiki Maroon, Rugby

    Show 139 starts with a correction from the previous show regarding the royal wedding. Stig and Bill also preview what's coming up on the show. At 3:39, Bill and Stig discuss the recent suicides of Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain. Stig covers some basic facts and then Bill and Stig talk for a few minutes on how to combat this very serious problem. The NIN discussion of suicide At 10:37, Stig and Bill talk to Kiki Maroon about her upcoming Comic Strip show at Warehouse Live next month on July 14th. Kiki shares all the details about her production as well as telling about regular monthly shows. Kiki Maroon At 21:48, Stig mentions the premiere of the 31st season of Cops and cause great confusion between angry Bill and betwixted Kiki. The sports talk time covers Major League Rugby. The upcoming World Cup takes the final spot on the show with both Bill and Stig having forgotten to share anything new for themselves on the show this week.  For complete notes, photos, and links - javamuses.javatime.us

    31 min

  7. 06/05/2018

    Show 138 - The Royal Wedding, Santa Fe

    Show 138 begins with with can day at the secret location. The guys talk about what's coming up on the show as well.  Musical Break - Royal Company Scam "Let's Pretend We're Married" At 4:32, Stig and Bill discuss the facts surrounding the royal wedding along with fake Facebook names.  Musical Break - Huey Lewis & the News "The Power of Love" At 13:30, Bill provides sad notes about Huey Lewis. Bill than shares a few news blips that got lost in the onslaught of political news noise. Stig and Bill than discuss Pitch 25, the new soccer themed bar and grill. Musical Break - Taylor Swift "End Game" At 24:56, Stig and Bill discuss the shooting at Santa Fe High School. The show ends with new sours and popup music shows! For complete links and musical citations - javamuses.javatime.us

    36 min

  8. 06/01/2018

    Show 137 - Music Musings

    At the beginning of Show 137, Stig continues to complain about the heat. Bill drinks a "yankee" Texas beer while Stig goes just a bit to the west. The segment ends with a discussion of "mound" ball. Musical Break - Madonna "Music"  At 6:25, Bill and Stig start a discussion on a few recent music shows in the Houston area and the various venues they were held at. Groups and shows that are mentioned are Utopia, Fleet Foxes, the Peterson Brothers, Trombone Shorty, Childish Gambino, and Kendrick Lamar.  Musical Break - Kendrick Lamar "DNA" At 19:16, Stig and Bill cover a little bit of Dynamo and Dash news.  Musical Break - Sly and the Family Stone "Dance to the Music" At 22:53, Bill and Stig discuss the District Court news. Bill explains the nuances of the "Motor Voter Act". The guys then share what's new for the week for each of them. Bill makes a funny joke just as the music swells... For complete links and musical citations - javamuses.javatime.us

    35 min
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Stig Daniels and Bill Shirley discuss Houston culture, arts, music, sports, and whatever else comes to mind in this weekly podcast. Special guests are featured regularly.

Information

  • Creator
    Stig Daniels
  • Years Active
    2014 - 2018
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Java Muses Podcast