89: Wanted Read or Alive with Derek Waters and Luka Jones
Jun 20, 2024
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Derek Waters and Luka Jones join the hosts to chat about tarantulas, naming sons, and investigating a neighborhood book mystery. They share funny anecdotes about tarantula ownership, baby names, and planning surveillance. The lighthearted conversations touch on humorous naming dilemmas and heartfelt decision-making scenarios.
Community collaboration is crucial in addressing neighborhood issues like book vandalism.
Installing a motion-sensored camera can aid in identifying suspects in the book destruction case.
Family traditions can be creatively honored while finding modern compromises in naming children.
Deep dives
Ripping Up Books in the Neighborhood
A neighbor in Sarah's area is ripping up books from a little free library and scattering the pages on the sidewalk, causing distress in the community. The books are taken out on Thursdays or Fridays, potentially at night. The suspect remains unknown, and Sarah is seeking ways to address this issue.
Installing a Camera for Surveillance
One potential solution discussed is installing a camera at the little free library to monitor any suspicious activity. The camera could be motion-sensored and activated during the times when the books are being torn up, possibly providing clues to identify the perpetrator. This surveillance approach may help catch the individual responsible.
Community Collaboration for Assistance
Sarah could involve the community in supporting the surveillance efforts by seeking contributions towards purchasing a camera. By engaging neighbors and addressing the issue collectively, they could enhance monitoring activities and work towards identifying the book vandal collaboratively. Involving the neighborhood in this endeavor could foster a stronger community response to the problem.
Adjusting to Uniforms: A Surprising Win
Rose's 10-month-old son's daycare requiring a uniform that made him resemble a 'Target' worker seemed unfavorable initially. After leaning into the uniform, dressing him up with matching socks and a cardigan, Rose found that having a uniform simplified her mornings. When the daycare allowed a more casual dress code for the summer program, having to choose daily outfits became less enjoyable, leading Rose to realize that the uniform had actually been a convenient and enjoyable choice.
Navigating Baby Naming Traditions: The Garland Dilemma
Ashley sought advice on whether she was wrong for not allowing her husband to name their son Garland, as he wished to continue a family naming tradition. Collaborating with the hosts, she considered playful alternatives like 'Gar-John' or 'Garfield' to include the garment family honorably. Eventually, Ashley decided on naming their son 'Walker Adkins Johnson,' ensuring that the family name traditions were respected while finding a modern compromise.
Jake, Gareth and special guest Derek Waters talk to callers about tarantulas and try to find someone ripping up books.
Later, the guys and special guest Luka Jones chat with a caller about naming your son Garland and follow up the second caller from 10 “Spaghetti Again with Damon Wayans Jr.”
