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Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:148Episode 148 continues the new format. The guys discuss school board issues, Courtney being black balled. Damien brings up a debate about the concentration of power in the democratic party, and Courtney wants Jasmine Crockett to run for Governor! 2025-07-201h 18Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:140Episode 140 is shorter than usual, Damien doesn't have a millennial moment. Listeners can look forward to Courtney's week and "Courtney 's Mind" 2025-04-2744 minWait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:134Episode 134 starts with Damien recapping his week. "Courtney's Mind" are hand in hand as we mourn the passing of his father. The Millennial Moment features Damien venting, a book review, and thoughts on management and leadership. 2025-03-071h 26Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:133Episode 133 has Damien recapping a busy weekend at work. Courtney recaps his week. "Courtney's Mind" is about an embarrassing audio issue at MISDs most recent school board meeting. 2025-03-011h 20Wait, WHAT!?Wait,What Episode 132In episode 132 Damien has nothing to add but commentary as Courtney details a very busy week. "Courtney's Mind" is focused on the revealing of MISDs Superintendents Salary. Courtney also gives the tea on the grown man that is OBSESSED with him. 2025-02-211h 26Wait, WHAT!?Wait,What!? Episode 130Episode 130 kicks off with a book review by Damien and a week review from Courtney including further shady moves from MISD. "Courtney's Mind" is all about the "Great Leader" aka Donald Trump. The Millennial Moment has the guys engrossed in pop culture and sports talk. 2025-02-061h 29Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:129Episode 129 kicks off with a short weekly recap, which leads straight into "Courtney's Mind" which focuses on budgetary decisions made by MISD that has Courtney and Damien questioning the end goal. The Millennial Moment continues to track the NFL playoffs. 2025-01-291h 19Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:125In episode 125 both guys recap their holidays weeks. Courtney's Mind is focused on the new year and looking ahead. The Millennial Moment has Damien reviewing the first two books of the Stormlight Archive. Courtney recommends a tv show thats close to home. Damien and Courtney talk about football and the show wraps up.2025-01-041h 29Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:124Episode 124 starts off with the weekly recaps. A busier than usual week for Damien and a overloaded busy week for Courtney. "Courtney's Mind" is his week! The Millennial Moment has the guys talking College Football Playoffs 2024-12-211h 47Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:121Episode 121 covers 2 weeks of content. Damien was sick! and didnt have much to report. Courtney comes with a full slate of activities. "Courtney's Mind" focuses on MISD's controversial new school board. The Millennial Moment focuses on football. 2024-11-281h 55Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:116Episode 116 has both guys in bad moods. Damien vents about being sick and feeling grief. Courtney is tired of lies and slander. "Courtney's Mind" is on a field trip to a band festival. The Millennial Moment has the guys talking football. 2024-10-171h 32Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? episode:115Episode 115 sees Damien introduce a new member to the house and achieve new milestones with project exodus. Courtney receives a book vending machine! He also attended a forum. Damien attempts to talk football before Courtney forces in some band-tober. Stay tuned as we have a special episode releasing where we interview an incredible guest. 2024-10-111h 21Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:111Episode one starts off with Damien announcing his new show "The Playbook with Damien Crawford", he and courtney discuss his views on Notre Dame. Courtneys week starts off with a heart warming Grand Parents day and ends with Whats on his mind which is the unraveling of Pride Center of West Texas. The Millennial Moment has Damien revealing "project exodus" and the show ends with NFL game pics. 2024-09-111h 29Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:110Episode 110 kicks off with Damien confessing a controversial opinion about pumpkin spice and Starbucks. Courtney's week involves a program by the amazing CJ Lucky. A band performance by Legacy High and a town hall involving his school board run. "Courtney's Mind" is all about infrastructure in midland. The Millennial Moment has Damien bitching just a bit. Damien reviews "The Bands of Mourning." by Brandon Sanderson. Finally the show closes with 5 NFL game picks and no recommendations. 2024-09-041h 26Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:108In episode 108 Damien recounts his week including news on Project Exodus and a shopping spree. Courtney's week involved the backpack-bash, an event at Coleman High School, and work with the Midland Youth Coalition. In "Courtney's Mind" one of district 1's hopefuls hosted a zoom meeting, we asked Courtney questions that were asked there! Finally the Millennial has some complaining to do and reviews Book 5 of the Mistborn Saga "Shadows of Self". Finally Courtney ends the show with a recommendations. 2024-08-211h 26Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:103In episode 103 both guys continue the streak of lowkey weeks. “Courtney’s Mind” has him reflecting on his rapidly approaching school board run and ready to get back to school. The “Millennial Moment” has Damien saying goodbye to a beloved podcast and reviewing book 2 in Brandon Sandersons Mistborn series, The Well of Ascension. Finally Courtney gives a recommendation and the show wraps up.2024-07-111h 21Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:100The 100th episode of Wait,WHAT!? Is a big one! Damien gets accused of being a lap dog and Courtney recounts an eventful week. Courtney’s mind has Courtney and Damien answering questions from those who tuned into the live stream.2024-06-201h 55Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:99Episode 99 starts off with Courtney’s weekly recap, which is all about pride month. “Courtney’s Mind” is all about the fall out from the phone call he received shortly before episode 98. The Millennial Moments reviews 2 books. Damien gives more media recommendations for pride month, Courtney recommends folks get involved with Juneteenth celebrations in their area.2024-06-121h 24Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:98In episode 98 the guys get off to the weekly recaps. Damien sends the Millennial Moment in a new direction while Courtney has a busy and impactful week. “Courtney’s Mind” is a deep segment on intersectionality as he struggles dealing with being black and gay. The Millennial Moment HAS MAJOR SPOILERS on the book “The Sword of Kaigen” if you don’t want to hear spoilers skip the Millennial Moment. Finally both guys give recommendations before wrapping the show up.2024-06-061h 29Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:97Episode 97 of wait What!? Starts with a weekly recap from both guys. Damien gets an interesting job offer while Courtney wraps up a school year. “Courtney’s Mind” is about a big shake up in MISD. The “Millennial Moment” has Courtney recalling fond memories over the last year of school. Courtney finishes the show with a recommendation2024-05-301h 24Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:96Episode 96 starts off with hotly debated phone talk! Which do you prefer apple or android? Both guys talk about their weeks, Damien makes a big purchase, Courtney talks about events from field day to world day and others. “Courtney’s Mind” has Courtney wishing the graduating class of 2024 the best. There isn’t a millennial moment in this episode so the show wraps up with recommendations.2024-05-221h 18Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:95In episode 95 Damien doesn’t have a weekly recaps but Courtney does! With events around Project Blueprint and PTA presidents. “Courtney’s Mind” is similar to what’s on the minds of a lot of Midlanders and that’s the 8 year long affair that True Life Pastor Roy Smith had with a member of his church. The Millennial Moment has Courtney diagnosing Damien with severe routineitis. Finally Courtney gives a recommendation to bring the show to a close.2024-05-151h 21Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:94In episode 94 of wait,WHAT!? The show starts off with the weekly recaps, Damien spends the weekend celebrating his mother’s 50th birthday while Courtney spends his week dealing with out of control third graders and testy 6th graders. Courtney’s mind is a follow up of the bond proposal schemes as well as bringing our attention to the fact that MISD has finally hired an executive level African American. There’s beef in the world of rap and the Millennial Moment takes us on a timeline to figure out who can be declared the winner between Kendrick Lamar vs Drake...2024-05-091h 40Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT episode:93In episode 93 the guys recap their weeks, Damien doesn’t have much to tell, while Courtney’s week revolved around the education system. MISD has new winners in the Excellence in Education awards, one school dominates the show. Then Courtney experiences a Friday from hell! “Courtneys Mind” revolves around how midlanders were mislead and down right lied to about school locations associated with the recently passed bond proposal. The Millennial Moment is all about sports.2024-05-021h 33Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:90It’s the big 9-0! The guys start off with the usual recaps. Courtney’s week is mostly Courtney’s “day” and it’s filled with 4th grade drama. “Courtney’s mind” is all about Courtney’s reservations with new money in Midland and the influences that come with it. The Millennial Moment has the guys tracking the 2024 presidential race and Courtney rejecting questions submitted by listeners!2024-04-131h 30Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:89 Pt.2In Pt.2 of episode 89 Courtney wraps up telling us about his wildly successful Easter egg hunt and the rest of his week. “Courtneys Mind” has Courtney delivering a powerful eulogy on the life of Ms. Shirley Howard a community activist and civil rights icon who changed the lives and fortunes of generations of west Texans. The “hat lady” will be missed! Damien tells us all about the Day of Giving in the “Millennial Moment”2024-04-051h 04Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:89Episode 89 is another two parter! In part one Damien tells us about his day off, while Courtney starts to tell us about his week before technical issues force a Pt.22024-04-0519 minWait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:88 Pt:2In part 2 of episode 88. The show moves over to the world of the millennial as Courtney and Damien answer a question asked by a listener with a little infusion of gossip and chit chat.2024-03-2732 minWait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT? Episode:86In episode 86 Damien’s week has the guys in high alert as Brother Binx has fallen ill. Courtney’s week has been consumed by a new boo and we are here for the tea. Courtney’s Mind focuses on an exciting new project! The millennial moment has Damien confronting his feelings of apathy towards President Biden.2024-03-151h 23Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:85In episode 85 we welcome on our first guest of the new year! But firstly we recap our weeks. Damien is holding down the fort at work while Courtney put on a spectacular program at his school for Black History Month. The guys then welcome on Kathleen Kirwan Haynie. Kathleen is a diamond in the desert. A defender of those who can’t defend themselves. We discuss her advocacy of people with intellectual disabilities and 2 changes in Texas law that came from her hard work. Then Kathleen, Damien and Courtney discuss Meals on Wheels and Jersey Mike’s Day of Giving as t...2024-03-071h 31Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:84In episode 84 the boys start off with the weekly recaps as Damien partakes in retail therapy and Courtney gets terrorized by third graders. “Courtney’s Mind” is all about a disgusting new policy in MISD aimed at humiliating parents & students and places value on profit over feeding our kids. The Millennial Moment features an irritated Damien and an irate Courtney as Damien explains why Texas governer Wheely Wheely stupid head turned down a federal payout that would’ve helped provide lunches for low income students in Texas over the summer.2024-02-281h 23Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:83In episode 83 the guys start off with their usual recaps. Courtney’s week is all about a busy week at the school which ties right into “Courtneys Mind”. Damien has no Millennial Moment this week as he was too damn tired from a long week to come up with anything creative.2024-02-231h 18Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:81In episode 81 Damien recaps frequent illnesses. Courtney’s week features a call to action to help one of his young tigers, the banishment of El Chupacabra and much more. “Courtney’s Mind” is on the Grammys. The Millennial Moment is all about being an isolated introvert.2024-02-081h 11Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode: 79In episode 79 we start off recapping the 5-2 city council decision to allow construction of Hotel Santa Rita. Courtney and Damien had boots on the ground during media day on the 17th and bring to you everything they knew, other perspectives, and personal thoughts about the hotel and what it means for Midland. “Courtney’s Mind” is a hot one as Courtney laments the never ending bigotry that plagues our city as pressure from right wingers & “Christians” alike strong arm “I Love My Selfie” to cancel a family friendly lgbt+ event. The Millennial Moment focuses on the weaponization of Christianity and how one in...2024-01-241h 25Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:78The show starts off with the usual weekly recaps. Damien’s hired a personal trainer and it’s a personality clash. Courtney reflects on recent meetings with Project BluePrint. “Courtney’s Mind” has Courtney questioning the value placed on his position within the school district. The Millennial Moment is all about the Iowa Caucuses and speculation on what the 2024 Republican ticket will be.2024-01-171h 33Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode: 77In episode 77 the show starts off with the usuals weekly recaps. Damien is exhausted but happy after a big sports win. Courtney is back in school and ready to go to bat with a few parents. “Courtney’s Mind” is sparse but Courtney mostly finds himself questioning the merits of “MAP” testing. The Millennial Moment is non existent as our residential millennial was too tired to do his homework!2024-01-111h 27Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:76In episode 76 we start off with our usual weekly recaps as Damien suffers from last bad decisions revolving credit. Courtney’s week is slower than usual although we find out Courtney resents being used as a medical Guinea pig. “Courtney’s Mind” focuses on Courtney feeling good about progress in the future. Ironically the Millennial Moment has Damien feeling, just the opposite.2024-01-041h 33Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:74Episode 74 kicks off with the weekly recaps followed as always by “Courtney’s Mind”. Courtney’s mind this week starts with a retraction from statements made last week, then Courtney talks about the importance of keeping your kids learning over the school break. The Millennial Moment focuses on the loneliness of leadership. Finally Courtney had a recommendation and the show wraps up.2023-12-211h 24Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:73In episode 73 Damien his day while Courtney recaps his week. Courtney’s mind is a slew of things but the main thing on his mind is the lack of enthusiasm from Midland officials concerning reading to his students and Pease Elementary.2023-12-151h 29Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:72In episode 72 Damien doesn’t have much to report on during his week. Courtney is tired from doing too many things! Namely staff appreciation parties & holiday festivals etc. Courtney doesn’t have too much on his mind this episode, while the Millennial Moment is all about pipping hot tea. Damien gives a recommendation but before the show can end Courtney tells us a story about meeting a very important person from his past.2023-12-071h 17Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:70Episode 70 starts off with the usual weekly recaps. Damien sees a doctor and Courtney gets hyped over Project Blueprint. Courtney’s mind is a slew of things but we do get some good school tea. It’s Christmas time in the millennial moment as Damien talks about shopping for and decorating his Christmas tree. Finally Courtney had a recommendation before the show ends.2023-11-151h 20Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:69On episode 69 (nice) Damien sings Courtney a little Christmas tune! Damien’s week is focused on everyone’s favorite cats! Courtney’s week is lighter now that bandtober has come to an end though we do still hear about Permian High and the mightiest band in the land. “Courtney’s Mind” is focused on school bonds and the future of west Texas. The Millennial Moment is also focused on the future of Midland as Damien highlights some exciting changes coming to the 432.2023-11-081h 27Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:68The boys kick of the Christmas season with the thrilling conclusion of Bandtober! Damien gives us a firm conclusion to the Cat drama. Courtney’s weekly recap and Courtney’s Mind are the same thing. Marching band! The thrilling conclusion to both Permian and MHS’s UIL marching band seasons. Courtney also vents about the lack of support the arts get in west Texas. The Millennial moment is serving fresh hot tea as Damien gives Courtney & our listeners a nice drama sesh.2023-11-021h 46Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:67In episode 67 of wait,WHAT!? The boys start off with the weekly recaps as Damien continues the cat drama and Courtney of course gives a thrilling bandtober recap! Big shoutout to local marching bands Permian High School and Midland High School. Courtney’s mind focuses on busing policy and MISD’s shortcomings. The Millennial Moment gives us a thrilling conclusion to the House Speaker race as the Trumpification of the GOP is confirmed to not be going anywhere.2023-10-261h 42Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:66In episode 66 the boys recap their weeks, Damien had a slow weekend while Courtney’s world was band-tastic. “Courtney’s Mind” is focused on the bond proposal and unanswered questions. The Millennial Moments provides an update on the race for Speaker of the House.2023-10-191h 38Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:65Episode 65 starts with the weekly recaps as Damien continues to give us updates on his cats. Courtney’s week is all about band band band as the Permian High Band prepares for marching & contest season to really ramp up. “Courtney’s Mind” focuses on Governor Wheels insistence on school vouchers while the Millennial Moment is ranty.2023-10-111h 27Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode: 64 Pt:1In episode 64 the show starts off with the weekly recaps as Damien talks about his cats getting along & retail therapy. Courtney has band on his mind before getting into Courtney’s Mind, which revolves around a new Anti-Bond movement and those behind it. Technical issues cut the segment short but it picks back up in part 2.2023-10-051h 16Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:63In episode 63, the boys return to their usual form with a long winded episode. Damien talks about his week, adding a new member to his household. Courtney’s week was busy with project blueprint, and lots of band activity. “Courtney’s Mind” recaps the meeting that was held to determine what would happen to the freshman campuses should the new bond pass. The Millennial Moment has Damien ranting about expectations. Both boys give podcast related recommendations before the show comes to a close.2023-09-271h 45Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:61In episode 61 the show starts off with the usual weekly recaps. Damien partakes in retail therapy while Courtney has a frustrating board meeting & a positive start to Project Blueprint. Courtney’s mind focuses on the STAAR test and the way the state is handling results. Courtney also talks about a certain county commissioner and her (possible?) overstep of power. There is no Millennial Moment this week.2023-09-131h 16Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:60In episode 60 the boys start off with the usual weekly recaps. Damien is feeling financially insecure and Courtney is again the talk of the town. Courtney’s Mind focuses on Courtney’s Father. The Millennial Moment has Damien feeling dazed and confused. Damien has a recommendation and the show comes to a close.2023-09-061h 33Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:59In episode 59 the show starts off with the weekly recap. Courtney has beef with Lord of the Rings and Damien doesn’t like the idea of separating SPED education from general education. Courtney’s Mind focuses again on questionable practices by school officials in ECISD and Courtney wants more veteran teachers to take inexperienced teachers under their wings. The Millennial Moment has Damien question the 2024 Republican field. The show comes to a close with no recommendations2023-08-301h 35Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:58In episode 58, the boys start the show off not 100%. As always, throughout the show their moods pick up and your wonderful cohosts come alive. Both men recount their weeks before getting into “Courtney’s Mind” this week a collection of thoughts. The temperature in classrooms across a lot of MISD is TOO DAMN HIGH! Courtney is excited for Permian HS having their first band performance of the year.. but bomb threats, yes bomb threats, may get in the way of perfection. Courtney & Damien have opinions on Donald Trumps indictment. The Millennial Moment has Damien putting Courtney’s Taylor Swift knowledge to the t...2023-08-231h 01Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode: 57In episode 57 the show starts off with the usual week recaps. Courtney’s Mind makes one thing very clear: the state of education in MISD is sad, very sad. The Millennial Moment is a ranty Damien, Courtney has a recommendation and then the show comes to a close.2023-08-161h 15Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:56In episode 56 Damien forgoes his weekly recap so Courtney gets into his before getting into a more somber Courtney’s Mind than usual. Courtney’s Mind is about how aging sucks, especially seeing those around you age, it’s deep & personal but as always finishes with that dash of Courtney optimism. Courtney also addresses the start of the new school year and announces a few new podcast adventures of his own! The Millennial Moment has Damien getting ready to grow his little family. Courtney & Damien give recommendations and the show wraps up.2023-08-091h 26Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:55In episode 55, the boys start with the usual weekly recaps. Courtney’s has band on his mind! Courtney’s mind focuses on marching band across Midland & Odessa ISD as well as a desire to see top school officials put more attention into the fine arts. The millennial moments has Damien confessing some anxieties as well as making a big announcement (the podcasts keep coming.) Courtney offers a quick recommendation and the show wraps up.2023-08-021h 30Wait, WHAT!?Wait, WHAT!? Episode: 53In Wait,WHAT!? Episode: 53 the show starts off with the boys recapping their weeks, Damien’s involved a wedding Courtney’s a comedy benefit. Then Courtney mind revolves around Courtney getting ready to face the school year again, his anticipation to embrace the new changes in the district and his questioning on what a lack of diversity will look like. The Millennial Moment takes us back to the poetry lounge for what Courtney calls a rated MA poem. The show ends with a Recommendation by Courtney.2023-07-121h 06Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode: 52In episode 52 of wait,WHAT!? The show starts off with the boys recapping their weeks. Damien’s, centers around Saturday and Sunday night antics. Courtney’s involves a dunk booth and drama in Odessa. Courtney’s mind has Courtney questioning just how much progress we’ve actually made as a country, and how much of a one step forward two leaps backward kind of game we can continue to play. The Millennial Moment has Damien thinking he could be a Masterchef. Finally the show comes to a close with a semi recommendation from Damien.2023-07-071h 36Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:51In episode 51 of wait,WHAT!? Damien leads the show by venting about his bad dinner. Courtney gets into details of his week which revolves around the going ons of MISD. A new board member has been appointed to district 7 but foul play may be at work here. A bond is discussed at a school board meeting. Courtney’s Mind revolves around wrapping up pride month and Courtney thanking the many companies and organizations that support LGBT+ citizens right to exist. The Millennial Moment is Damien recapping his week before the boys go ahead and wrap up the show.2023-06-301h 16Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode: 50In episode 50 of wait,WHAT!? The boys start off with the usual weekly recaps, Damien has a hectic weekend which leads him to a realization discussed in the Millennial Moment. Courtney details his week of Juneteenth celebrations as he commemorates Americas true Independence Day. Both boys had a blast at the comedy show performed by the Queen of West Texas comedy Stephanie “shonuff” Spencer. Courtney’s mind is a tribute to the passing of civil rights icon Robbyne Hocker Fuller. The Millennial moment features Damien becoming more self aware. Damien offers a recommendation and the show wraps up.2023-06-231h 23Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode: 49In episode 49 of Wait,WHAT!? The boys skip recapping their weeks and get right into Courtney’s mind off the top of the show which covers a bomb shell resignation announcement by a MISD School Board member. Courtney also talks about Fmr President Trumps indictment in Florida. Damien talks a little about his first book club meeting before the boys welcome on a special guest: Comedian, Entrepreneur & Agriculturalist, Stephanie “Shonuff” Spencer. (44:12) (listeners can skip at the 30 minute mark to the 44 minute mark as the show experienced technical difficulties bringing Stephanie on.) They talk all things chickens, comedy, and most importantly Junete...2023-06-141h 31Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:48In episode 48 of Wait,WHAT!? Damien’s feeling sick on the show and doesn’t have the same energy as usual. But the show must always go on. The boys recap their weeks before getting into Courtney’s mine (26:15) which covers the topic of a bond proposal for MISD and the possibility of 2 new high school campuses. The Millennial Moment (1:00:20) is about the 2024 presidential race heating up and the crowded field of Republican nobodies ready to run (or roll) to victory. Finally in recommendation corner (1:11:30) Damien has a snarkier recommendation than usual which leads Courtney to have an even snarkier recomm...2023-06-071h 25Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:47In episode 47 of wait,WHAT!? The boys start the show off with an unintentionally deep conversation before recapping their weeks. Courtney’s mind (31:48) is a loose string of collective thoughts this week. Firstly he’s thrilled for summer time and having more free time. He says goodbye to a good friend who’s moving from west Texas and wonders how it will affect leadership with Basin Pride. Courtney gets invited to a superintendents summit which has him questioning diversity in the superintendents office. Then he touches a little on the impeachment of AG Ken Paxton. The Millennial Moment (52:55) sees Damien learni...2023-06-011h 22Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:46 Pt.2In part 2 Courtney finishes telling the listeners about his day & his week before he gets into what’s on his mind which is? For the love of God can school just end already!? He’s a tired man and he needs a break. Then the millennial moment shows Damien taking us back to the poetry lounge which Courtney describes as “another sad Damien poem”. Finally Courtney offers a recommendation before the boys go ahead and wrap the show up.2023-05-251h 04Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode: 46 Pt.1Due to technical difficulties this weeks episode is cut into two parts. Part one Damien gets into what happened in his week and then Courtney starts to talk about his (day)2023-05-2533 minWait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:45Episode 45 of Wait,WHAT!? Begins with Damien recapping his week, a much better one than last! Then Courtney’s weekly recap IS the Courtney’s mind segment (14:42) then Damien has an existential crisis on the millennial moment (1:02:15) finally Courtney has a recommendation to offer (1:18:15) before the boys wrap the show up.2023-05-171h 24Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode: 43I’m episode 43 of Wait.WHAT!? The boys skip the usually weekly recaps and get right into Courtney’s Mind (2:48) fmr MISD Superintendent Angelica Ramsey has been busy poaching talent left & right from the district. Does ECISD need to keep an extra vigilant eye on Stephanie Howard? The boys then welcome on guest Jennie Stinebaugh Fanous (31:05) to talk about the court case involving staff members of Trinity School of Midland. Damien then spends the millennial moment talking about his move into his new apartment (1:21:40) Courtney’s take away? Screw having a front door! It’s totally safe without one! And finally...2023-05-031h 43Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:42In episode 42 of wait,WHAT!? The boys lead the show with the usual recap of their weeks before getting into Courtney’s Mind (31:28) which is a more somber seg than usual as Courtney gets vulnerable and personal while talking about a friend of his who fell victim to gun violence. This leads the boys to a discussion on the issue of unregulated gun violence as a whole before moving on to the Millennial Moment (1:12:20) a 2 parter with Damien first proposing a question to Courtney and then Damien talking about a morning routine he’s adopted for 3 months now. The show ends...2023-04-261h 33Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode 41In episode 41 of wait,WHAT!? The boys start off by recapping their weeks before getting into Courtney’s Mind. A seg which could be boiled down to: MISD officials do not know what they’re doing. The first stretch covers how it seems kids are being sent to schools at random and not based on their location, and how this effects the schools they’re being sent to. The second stretch is about how district officials need to stop interfering with Coleman High School. The boys then get into the newly coined “Millennial Moment” seg. Damien talks about his frustrations about gett...2023-04-211h 32Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:41In episode 41 of Wait,WHAT!? The shows starts off with the weekly recaps before getting into Courtney’s mind (29:04) which can be boiled down to: MISD officials don’t know what they’re doing. The discussion follows on how or why decisions are being made to send kids to certain schools. As well as district interference with the success of Coleman High School. The boys then get into the newly coined “Millennial Moment” segment (1:05:00) where Damien talks about his frustrations with trying to find clear cut information on products to start a self care routine. The show the ends with some on th...2023-04-201h 34Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:39In episode 39 of wait,WHAT!? The show opens with a cheating scandal that rocks the world of podcasting!! Jk.. but Courtney was not pleased. But after Damien gives a brief recap of his week Courtney’s busy week occupies the Courtney’s Mind segment (15:43) talking about basin pride and also bringing a little education tea. Then Damien has a Damien’s Mind seg for us (59:55) then a weekly poetry seg (1:10:41) and then the usual recommendations (1:23:16)2023-04-061h 31Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode 36I’m episode 36 of wait,WHAT!? The show kicks off with the usual banter and weekly recap before starting Courtney’s mind (13:07) An interesting meeting with the MISD super intendant and then a discussion on book bans but specifically books being banned from the Midland County Public Library. Before the poetry seg Damien asks Courtney a pressing questions and a discussion is held (46:30) then the usual Poetry seg (1:09:12) and the usual recommendation wrap-up (1:19:12)2023-03-061h 36Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT episode:35In episode 35 of wait,WHAT!? We experience NO AUDIO ISSUES and it is a happy day!! The show starts off with the usual banter and weekly catch up before Damien makes a special announcement regarding Courtney (11:50) this perfectly segways into Courtney’s Mind (19:10) a recap of a black history program he organized at Pease Elementary this ultimately culminates in a broader discussion of why the celebration and recognition of black history in America is so important. The boys then talk a small amount of sports (66:15) before getting into the Poetry Seg (73:40) which posed a question that had Courtney saying Wait,Wh...2023-02-261h 31Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode 31In episode 31 of wait,WHAT!? The boys start off with their usual banter before moving on to Courtney’s mind: a segment on local midland issues including funding turfing for hogan park in midland, a questionable decision by the new super intendant, Courtney agreeing with a surprising member of the school board.. and a brief touch on the National classified documents case, which included an IRS rant from Damien. The boys touch on a lot of sports talk before moving on to Courtney’s FAVORITE dad joke yet and then the usual weekly recommendations2023-01-271h 39Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:30 Pt:1In episode 30 of wait,WHAT!? Pt.1 the boys are once again plagued by connectivity issues causing a split in the programming. But the show goes on! The show kicks off with an important discussion on MLK day (.51) before working their way to recapping Damien’s trip to Texas (12:50) Courtney’s mind is a 2 parter first discussing the Midland Tx rumor mill and Courtney’s ever public health information (25:50) Pt 2 of Courtney’s mine focuses on the investigation surrounding classified government documents (42:29) the boys then moved on to some football talk (54:21)2023-01-191h 14Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:29 Pt.2In the second part of episode 29 the show kicks off with Damien announcing a big life change, followed by discussion by him and Courtney. The show then leads through the usual poem and then the recommendations before wrapping up.2023-01-0837 minWait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode: 28Episode 28 of wait,WHAT!? Is a good one!! In the “official” end of season 1, Courtney and Damien start the show with the usual banter and a brief but meaningful “What’s on Courtney’s Mind” segment. The boys welcome on guest Heather Hughes Bredimus to give a year in review of the show. Damien gives a New Years dad joke that got exactly 0 laughs. The show ends with the usual poetry seg and then the recommendations.2023-01-011h 48Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:27In episode 27 of wait,WHAT!? The boys spend a good deal of time catching up, which includes a totally wrong opinion on Lord of the Rings by Courtney, discussions of Courtney’s school activities which sega right into What’s On Courtney’s Mind? Which focuses on Midland hiring the new superintendent. The boys spend a little time discussions politics before getting into Damien’s weekly seg. The boys give their recommendations and then have a little delayed sports talk before wrapping the show up.2022-12-171h 18Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:26In episode 26 of wait,WHAT!? The boys record later than usual but that doesn’t prevent there being good conversation. Courtney talks about a crisis in keeping educators in the Permian basin, specifically midland. Courtney’s mind is a segment on the pride center of west Texas and gay acceptance. Damien delivers a very personal poem this week which happened to tie into Courtney’s mind. Courtney gives a very nice recommendation, Damien provides a rant.. that Courtney translates into a nice recommendation.2022-12-0759 minWait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:25In episode 25 of wait, WHAT!? The boys are more relaxed than we last heard them. The show starts off with a recap of Courtney and Damien’s days. Courtney doesn’t have much on his mind but as always he finds something to say. Damien’s seg gets some real snaps out of Courtney. Courtney ALMOST didn’t have a recommendation but he pulled through in the end. Damien’s is short and sweet. Thank you to all our listeners!2022-11-3053 minWait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode: 24In episode 24 of wait,WHAT!? The show kicks off with a talkative Damien and an amused Courtney. Courtney’s Mind focusing on the recent shooting in Colorado and the lack of progress America has made on gun violence. The boys talk a little thanksgiving football before moving on to Damien’s weekly seg. The show closes as always, with the boys recommendations.2022-11-231h 19Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode: 23In episode 23 of wait,WHAT!? The boys start off with the usual banter about their days before Courtney details the official end of band season. They then move on to a discussion about education, midland specifically. This covers the “Courtney’s” mind seg of the week. They then move on to talk about the fall of the mighty 8-0 eagles. Next they introduce Damien’s new segment, before finishing the show with the weekly recommendations.2022-11-181h 22Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:22In episode 22 of wait,WHAT!? The show starts off with a recap of the boys days before we learn shocking news about Courtney! Then a full band weekend recap, which ties into “Courtney’s Mind” The boys touch on both the National, State, and Local elections that happened on Tuesday. Damien retires a very special segment much to Courtney’s pleasure, or so he thinks. The boys give their recommendation and then wrap the snow up.2022-11-111h 21Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode: 21I’m episode 21 the boys start the pod by talking about MUD/WTR Vs coffee. Courtney is not a believer. Courtney recaps an epic band weekend featuring two very successful schools near and dear to our hearts. Courtney’s mind is a segment on brotherhood. The show ENDS with Damien’s horrible joke segment as it caused both Courtney and Anchor to rage quit. No recommendation segment this week!2022-10-3155 minWait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:20Happy 4 month anniversary!! In episode 20 of wait what!? The boys start on theirs third take of the episode which leads to an annoyed Damien and an amused Courtney. The boys chat a bit about their days before launching into What’s on Courtney’s Mind?: a total recap on a chaotic band weekend. The show moves into the always hilarious always appreciated dad joke and then finishes with the boys weekly recommendations.2022-10-2556 minWait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:19in episode 19 of wait,WHAT!? The show starts off with the boys talking about their days. A little band talk leads to Courtney’s mind: a focus on local elections. They hold a segment for what is Damien grateful for. The show ends with the weekly dad joke and then the recommendations.2022-10-191h 04Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:17In episode 17 of wait,WHAT!? The show starts off with Damien venting a little of what’s on his mind & Courtney doing the same, before getting into the real What’s On Courtney’s Mind segment. Todays segment: the importance of marching band & fine arts. This show also featured what’s on Damien’s mind a segment focusing on appreciating how things are Vs how you want things to be, also covering his feelings on giving too much. The boys cover a little football talk at the end of the show before wrapping up with their weekly recommendations.2022-10-061h 15Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:15In episode 15 of wait,WHAT!? Courtney has a lighter “what’s on his mind segment” as he talks about successes in his career including a great half time band production and a great program put on by his third graders. Damien complains about some relationship (or lack there of) issues that he’s having. The boys move on to the weekly dad joke (the first ever rated R) and then wrap up with their recommendations.2022-09-1749 minWait, WHAT!?Wait, WHAT!? Episode: 14In episode 14 of Wait, WHAT!? The boys return from their 2 week hiatus. They start off by catching up on their busy two week schedule. Damien ruined their first recording, much to Courtney’s disappointment. The boys discuss Damien’s visit back home to Texas and then jump right into “What’s on Courtney’s Mind”. Damien tells 2 hilarious dad jokes. The boys talk a little football and Damien gives his way too early 2022 division winner predictions. The show closes with the boys recommendations as always. Thank you to those who listen! Thank you for your patience in allowing us to juggle our b...2022-09-101h 42Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode: 13In episode 13 of wait,WHAT!? The boys are TIRED. Busy weeks at work lead to lots of conversation about both boys jobs including Courtney with a story about a Karen! Damien tells 2 amazing dad jokes. The boys give and discuss their personal 5 all time QBs before wrapping things up with the weekly recommendations.2022-08-191h 19Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode: 12In wait,WHAT!? Episode 12 the boys kick the show off by talking about questions surrounding the Midland Tx. mayoral race. Which leads straight into “What’s on Courtney’s Mind?” Which is: the Midland Mayoral Race. Damien gives his best dad joke yet. The boys talk about music, and give their top 5 favorite song and artist lists. Lastly the show ends, as always, with the boys recommendations.2022-08-121h 22Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:10In episode 10 of wait,WHAT!? Damien and Courtney are joined by the one, the only, the famous and fabulous: Chef Willie. This episode is a chaotic one, featuring stories, laughs and dad jokes from Willies time both in Midland/Odessa for Basin Pride and his time on Master Chef both past and present. The show as always, ends with recommendations from the 2 boys and their guest.2022-07-271h 27Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:9Back after a brief hiatus, the boys have a lot to talk about. Damien caught Salmonella (it sucked.) Courtney recaps pride weekend and touches on the Texas Governors race, including being given the opportunity to open a Beto O’Rourke rally. The boys discuss Texas politics, and opinions on voting for party over person. Courtney details a tragic story of a personal friend. The show ends with a dad joke, and the boys recommendations.2022-07-231h 47Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:8In episode 8 of wait,WHAT!? The boys start off by talking about Damien’s nasty coffee creamer. Courtney makes a final decision on his thespian career. “What’s on Courtney’s mind is that on ally-ship do’s and dont’s, which of course ensues larger discussion. Courtney gives all the details about the Basin Pride event. Damien’s mind is a dive into Damien’s struggles with mental wellness. The boys wrap things up with recommendations and Courtney expressing his love and adoration of Canada.2022-07-121h 30Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:7In episode 7 of Wait,WHAT!? The show begins with a very important coffee discussion. The boys move onto what’s on Courtney mind, which triggers Damien, and a larger ensuing debate. The boys welcome on Matt Galindo a Midland Tx native, fmr candidate for School Board, and local activist. The show ends with recommendations by all 3 men.2022-07-061h 41Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:6In episode 6 of wait,WHAT!? Courtney and Damien discuss the final weekend of Courtney’s theatrical production of “Othello”. The boys discuss what’s in Damien’s mind: setting unfair expectations for others. What’s on Courtney’s mind: the Roe V Wade decision made by the SCOTUS. The boys spend a little time talking on the Stanley Cup Finals and Basketball free agency and then wrap things up with their weekly recommendations.2022-06-291h 34Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:5In episode 5 of wait, WHAT!? Courtney and Damien touch in on how things have been going with “Othello”. In the spirit of pride month the two men talk about their coming out stories with both their close friend groups and their families. In honor of Father’s Day the two talk about their fathers and the impact they had on their lives. Courtney talks about the epic game 6 win of the Golden State Warriors while Damien complains. The two give their weekly recommendations and then wrap the show up.2022-06-211h 43Wait, WHAT!?Wait, WHAT!? Episode: 3A re-record! The boys lost the original episode 3 (thanks a lot copy right infringement) so this episode begins with Courtney and Damien laughing about the misfortune. Damien talks about it feelings of loneliness since moving from home and the boys discuss common feelings and emotions people who live away from home experience. Courtney discusses “separationism” and the boys talk about the NBA finals game 2. Courtney discusses his dislike of the word “queer” both in and outside the LGBTQ community and the boys end the episode as always, with their weekly recommendations.2022-06-081h 33Wait, WHAT!?Wait, WHAT!? Episode: 3This episode starts off differently, featuring what’s on “Damien’s” mind instead of what’s on “Courtney’s” mind. Damien goes into feelings of loneliness he’s been experiencing since leaving Texas as the two talk about common emotions felt by those who live away from home. Courtney talks about “separationism” the boys talk about basketball and the Celtics embarrassing game 2 loss. Courtney speaks on his dissatisfaction with the word “queer” being used inside and outside the LGBTQ community and finally the boys wrap things up with their recommendations.2022-06-081h 28Wait, WHAT!?Wait,WHAT!? Episode:2This episode starts off with “What’s on Courtney’s Mind this Week?” An epic rant. Damien and Courtney touch back on the Uvalde shooting. Finally the episode focuses on a lot of basketball discussion; including the two hosts sharing top 5 all time and current NBA player rankings. Thank you for listening! Celtics in 5!2022-06-011h 28Wait, WHAT!?Wait WHAT!? Episode: 1In episode 1 of wait WHAT!? Hosts Damien Crawford and Courtney Ratliff address their thoughts on the tragic shooting in Uvalde Tx. Conversations on cooking, the NBA conference finals and more.2022-05-251h 31