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,...
info_outline
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...
info_outline
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...
info_outline
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...
info_outline
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...
info_outline
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...
info_outline
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....
info_outline
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...
info_outline
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...
info_outline
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, 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 for the hardwood—and his dynamic staff: assistants Coach Cox (a high school hoops alum with deep roots in the Tampa scene) and Coach Green (a passionate newcomer inspired by city league bonds). The coaches share raw insights on building a winning culture, emphasizing freedom to play hard, unselfish teamwork, and off-court character development drawn from their own playing days under legends like Doug Aftland and Sam Lanier.
The heart of the episode shines through player spotlights, where the young stars—seventh-graders Jonathan, Eden, Amora, Kellen, Steven, RJ, and sixth-grader JJ, alongside eighth-graders Jolani, Dylan, and Giovanni—open up with infectious energy. From Eden's humble tryout nerves turning into a breakthrough moment shooting with his brother's team, to Dylan's game-sealing steal in the nail-biting finals (down six with a minute left, forcing overtime and a comeback win via clutch threes and baseline magic), these kids embody resilience. They dish on NBA inspirations like Carmelo Anthony, Kevin Garnett, Ja Morant, KD, LeBron, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and LaMelo Ball, while reflecting on tryouts from 40 hopefuls down to a tight 15-man roster. Laughter erupts over trash-talk debates ("You suck? Nah, that's motivation!"), the electric finals atmosphere at the Slack (with DJ Jay Manet hyping the crowd), and the surreal post-win school buzz—classrooms skipping work for congrats and "glazing" vibes.
EZDZ grills the crew on growth since sixth grade, rivalries, and life lessons, urging siblings to inspire like big bros stepping up for schoolwork and sports. The eighth-graders hype their underclassmen for a repeat, predicting firepower from Aiden, RJ, and the crew. Emotional shoutouts flow: parents for motivation and rides, siblings for guidance, God for blessings, and AAU squads like XBC Elite and SCC. Coaches get props for thankless mentoring—rides, listening, and pushing free throws—amid a world short on male role models. Ruff and Waldo amplify the joy, reminding all to savor the irreplaceable bond of shared sweat and trophies. Wrapping with rapid-fire sponsor love (Cigar Lyfe, G9 Prostate Consultants, King's Care, and more), high school football banter (Jefferson's wild 64-0 revenge tale), and a Marine Corps birthday toast, this ep pulses with community pride, proving youth sports build legends on and off the court. Tune in for unfiltered Tampa hoops heart—where championships are just the start.
**Topic Segments:**
- Veterans Day Salute & Intro to Eisenhower Champions (00:00:24 - 00:01:25)
- Player Introductions & Grades (00:01:25 - 00:02:14)
- Coach White's Corporate-to-Coaching Journey (00:02:14 - 00:04:42)
- Coach Cox's Backstory & Staff Assembly (00:04:42 - 00:06:01)
- Coaching Philosophies from High School Roots (00:06:01 - 00:08:08)
- Player Tryout Stories & Breakthrough Moments (00:08:08 - 00:10:02)
- NBA Inspirations Roundtable (00:10:02 - 00:12:07)
- Finals Game Breakdown & Comeback Drama (00:12:07 - 00:15:45)
- Post-Championship School Buzz & Emotions (00:15:45 - 00:18:09)
- Advice for Underclassmen & First-Year Nerves (00:18:09 - 00:19:28)
- Rivalries, Growth, & Team Bonding (00:19:28 - 00:30:00) [Note: Transcript truncated; inferred extension]
- Shoutouts to Family, Coaches, & Inspirations (00:51:17 - 00:57:06)
- Closing Reflections & Sponsor Roll Call (00:57:06 - 01:10:44)
- High School Football Banter & Outro (01:10:44 - End)
**YouTube Tags:** middle school basketball, hillsborough county champions, eisenhower generals, youth sports podcast, tampa hoops, championship comeback, coach white interview, florida middle school basketball, veterans day salute, nba inspirations kids, tryout stories, team bonding, ja morant fan, kevin garnett style, chop shop show, ezd newton, ruff doss, Waldo Woodard, tampa podcast, high school football banter
**Title Suggestions:**
1. Coaches & Players Spill All | Chop Shop Show
2. From Tryouts to Trophies: Celebrating Hillsborough's Young Hoops Kings | Chop Shop Veterans Day Special
3. Clutch Steals & Clutch Tears: Inside the Generals' County Title Win | Tampa Youth Sports Podcast