Phones, Discipline & Broken Accountability: What Teachers Won't Say
The Chop Shop Show
Education in the Bay Area, DW Waters Career Center, Ida Baker award, intensive reading, cell phones in the classroom, discipline, parents, accountability, diversity and equity in education—on this episode of the Chop Shop Show, hosts Daryl “EZDZ” Newton, Greg Doss AKA Ruff, and Waldo “Dade City” Woodard go “back to school” with veteran educators April C. Cobb and Denise Papion to unpack the real narrative of public education in Tampa Bay and beyond. From their roots in community service, The Virgin Islands, Florence Villa, and alternative schools like DW Waters Career Center,...
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Heartbreak in Sulphur Springs: Mourning a Lost Mentee
The Chop Shop Show
In this emotional episode of the Chop Shop Show, hosts Uncle D (formerly Easy D), Ruff City Hall Greg Dawson, and Cousin Waldo Woodard welcome guest Henry Washington Jr., a dedicated mentor devastated by the tragic murder of his 16-year-old mentee in the Sulphur Springs neighborhood. The panel dives into the heartbreak of senseless gun violence claiming young lives, urging the community to shift from judgmental online commentary—questioning the victim's presence late at night or parenting—to genuine support like donations and prayers for the grieving mother. They emphasize celebrating...
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From Gym Bros to Glow-Ups: Tampa's Anti-Aging Revolution
The Chop Shop Show
In this vibrant episode of the Chop Shop Show, hosted by Daryl "EZDZ" Newton, Greg Doss (aka Ruff), and Waldo "Dade City" Woodard, the crew dives deep into health, wellness, and anti-aging with guests from the newly opened Forever Young Anti-Aging Solutions med spa in New Tampa. Episode 134 kicks off with high-energy banter among the hosts, riffing on everything from dropped phones to high school shoutouts, before introducing owner-operator Marcus McCants, who shares the franchise's origins—born from "gym bro" conversations about peptides and evolving into a full-spectrum wellness hub...
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Dallas Golden’s Notre Dame Journey From Tampa to South Bend
The Chop Shop Show
Notre Dame freshman defensive back and Tampa native Dallas Golden returns to the Chop Shop Show to share how faith, family, and discipline turned a quiet Florida kid into a rising national name in college football, as hosts Daryl “EZDZ” Newton and Waldo “Dade City” Woodard walk through his journey from Berkeley Prep state champion to day-one contributor in South Bend. Dallas and his father Pella revisit the exact moment Dad realized his son had something “different,” after a hamstring injury forced Dallas to sit out months in eighth grade and come back sharper, faster, and more...
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Dynasty Crumbles? Mahomes Out, Kelce Fading & NFL Playoff Fireworks
The Chop Shop Show
In the season finale of the Chop Shop Show's 136th episode, aired on December 15, 2025, hosts Daryl "EZDZ" Newton, Greg Doss (AKA Ruff), and Waldo "Dade City" Woodard deliver their signature blend of raw NFL analysis, unfiltered banter, and community shoutouts in this appreciation special wrapping up the year's run. Kicking off with high energy, the crew dives straight into the shocking ACL tear sidelining Patrick Mahomes, debating if it signals the end of Kansas City's dynasty after a brutal back-to-back beatdown by the Texans and Steelers—physicality the Chiefs haven't faced in years. Ruff...
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Uncovering Tampa's Hidden Black History with Jamila Davis
The Chop Shop Show
In this lively special episode of the Chop Shop Show, hosted by Daryl "EZDZ" Newton and the world-famous Reverend Waldo "Dade City" Woodard (with Ruff sitting in for the absent Greg Doss), the crew dives deep into an inspiring conversation with Jamila Davis, founder and operator of the Tampa Bay Black History Walking Tour. Hailing from Southeast DC's hood, Jamila shares her journey from a strict upbringing and attending Florida A&M University (FAMU) on a whim to escape her mom's watchful eye, only to face financial hurdles that led her to transfer and graduate from USF in Tampa—thanks to...
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Soundtracks of the Hood: Friday, Juice, and the Songs That Raised Us
The Chop Shop Show
This Chop Shop Show episode is a nostalgic, high-energy celebration of Daryl “EZDZ” Newton’s birthday and the post-Thanksgiving slowdown, as EZDZ, Greg Doss AKA Ruff, Waldo “Dade City” Woodard, and special guest DJ Spaceship from 88.5 dive into the soundtrack of Black culture across generations. The crew opens with jokes about holiday plates, picky eating, and family traditions before locking in on the feel-good songs that set the tone for their lives, from Marvin Gaye, Frankie Beverly & Maze, Sam Cooke, and The O’Jays to the records that can flip a bad morning into a good day....
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Eisenhower Middle School's Epic Championship Comeback!
The Chop Shop Show
In this electrifying episode of the Chop Shop Show, hosts Daryl "EZDZ" Newton, Greg Doss (aka Ruff), and Waldo "Dade City" Woodard dive deep into the triumphant story of the Eisenhower Middle School Generals boys' basketball team, fresh off their Hillsborough County 2024-25 championship victory. Kicking off with a heartfelt Veterans Day salute to co-host Waldo and a nod to fallen heroes, the show seamlessly transitions into a lively celebration of the team's grit and glory. EZDZ spotlights the gleaming county trophy, introducing head coach Cole White—who ditched a corporate gig at T-Mobile...
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NFL Scandals, College Chaos, & Dodgers Repeat?
The Chop Shop Show
In this lively episode of the Chop Shop Show, hosts Daryl "EZDZ" Newton, Greg Doss AKA Ruff, and Waldo "Dade City" Woodard gather at Red Star Bar & Grill to dissect Week 9 in sports, gambling scandals, and cultural riffs. Kicking off with high-energy intros, the trio dives into the shocking Terry Rozier point-shaving allegations, debating whether his $50K payouts stem from addiction, coercion by organized figures, or loyalty to his inner circle—contrasting it with past scandals like Charles Barkley's poker ties and Michael Porter Jr.'s hypothetical crew paydays. They stress that...
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From Walgreens to Rib Shack Royalty: Pibb's Rib Shack Story
The Chop Shop Show
In this heartfelt episode of the Chop Shop Show, hosts Daryl "EZDZ" Newton, Greg Doss AKA Ruff, and Waldo "Dade City" Woodard welcome longtime friend Marlon Lovett and his wife Regina, owners of Pibb's Rib Shack, for a raw, inspiring conversation about love, hustle, and building a barbecue empire from the ground up. The crew kicks off with playful banter about sports rivalries and dirty shirts before diving into Marlon and Regina's origin story—they met at a Tallahassee Walgreens where Regina worked cosmetics and Marlon delivered Budweiser. What started as a tough pursuit (Marlon had to...
info_outlineIn this electrifying episode of the Chop Shop Show from October 6, 2025, hosts dive headfirst into NFL Week 6 chaos, celebrating a league with zero undefeated teams and defenses that feel optional. Kicking off with banter about everyone's teams snagging wins—Cowboys dominating Detroit, Giants edging the Jets—the crew unpacks surprises like the Ravens' shocking defensive woes (getting torched for 40+ points), Daniel Jones reviving the Colts to 4-1, and the Buccaneers' gritty comeback victories sans key stars like Mike Evans. Special teams steal the spotlight with blocked punts and kicks turning into house calls, while close games dominate, from the Cardinals' heartbreaking fumble-fest loss to the Eagles' improbable undefeated run on a bottom-tier offense. Guests steal the heart: Allen Bronson, CEO of Cupcake City 813, shares his "Feeding Tampa Bay One School at a Time" initiative, sparked by homeless high schoolers at Tampa Bay Tech lacking basics like toothpaste—now stocking pantries at Blake, Moore Elementary, Hillsborough, and King with easy-prep foods like single-serve cereals and mac 'n' cheese. "Two Boy" (real name Tubbs) recounts his emotional pop-up barber shop for the homeless, inspired by a viral clip, offering free cuts, shampoos, and life chats to combat street violence and division. The vibe shifts to rapid-fire fun—favorite albums (Thriller crushes), hood flicks (Menace II Society reigns), dream road trip artists (Biggie, Ice Cube, MJ)—before shoutouts to local gems like King's Care barbershop, GodLife.com faith resources, and pros from AC repairs to pool services. Wrapping with high school football picks, they call runaways like Jesuit over Milton and Armwood dismantling Sickles, urging fans to hit the stands. Raw, real, and rooted in Tampa Bay pride, this ep blends gridiron grit with community uplift, proving football's best when it feeds the soul.
### Topic Chapters
00:00:26 - Intro & Host Banter: Wins All Around
00:02:25 - NFL Week 6 Surprises: No Undefeated Teams, Defense Drought
00:04:00 - Team Spotlights: Ravens Flop, Colts Rise, Bucs Grind
00:07:00 - Special Teams Chaos & Close Calls
00:10:00 - Guest Intro: Allen Bronson on Feeding Homeless Students
00:15:00 - School Pantry Stories: Heartbreaking Realities & Supplies Drive
00:20:00 - Tubbs' Pop-Up Barber: Cuts for the Homeless, Healing Hate
00:30:00 - Rapid Fire Q&A: Albums, Movies, Dream Road Trips
00:40:00 - Local Business Shoutouts: From AC to Pools
01:19:00 - High School Football Picks: Super 13 Breakdown
01:25:00 - Outro & Closing Picks
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