Mermaids to Jackalopes
from Tidewater Talk Hosted by Co and Brodie
In this episode of Tidewater Talk, Brodie is joined by his wife as a temporary co-host while Co celebrates the birth of her grandchild. The duo discusses various local topics, including the history behind Norfolk's Mermaid City and the surprising cancellation of a long-standing carnival in Virginia Beach due to a sudden police shortage. Brodie shares his personal experiences with carnivals and raises questions about the decision-making process behind the event's abrupt end. The conversation also touches on the Jackalope Festival and the peculiar art of taxidermy, leading to a broader discussion on local news media's role in covering these stories. Additionally, the episode highlights a heartwarming story of a disabled woman in Chesapeake who was helped by local news station WAVY 10 after being stuck in a hotel without a working elevator for over a month. Brodie and his wife also share tips on free activities in the Tidewater area, including beach walks, museum visits, and concerts. The episode wraps up with a weather forecast and a call for listener contributions to the show, encouraging community engagement and support.
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Chapters
- 0:00 Introduction and Co-host Announcement
- 1:41 Mermaid City History
- 3:39 Local News: Flags at Half Mast and Carnival Controversy
- 6:44 Carnival Memories and Safety Concerns
- 10:00 Jackalope Festival and Media Critique
- 12:42 Accessibility Issues and Media Response
- 14:47 Weather Forecast
- 16:38 Value for Value and Community Engagement
- 17:44 Free Activities in Tidewater
- 18:53 Closing Remarks and Co-host Reflections
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