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Episode 39 - Bucs Game

Episode 39 - Bucs Game

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 SEGMENT 1 — LAUNA’S THANKSGIVING & WEEKENDA. Thanksgiving Day· Spent Thanksgiving at Paul’s brother Neil’s house in Odessa.· First Thanksgiving as a Stringfield.· 25 people, lots of food.· Realization: No one said the blessing.B. Thursday Night· Went out to a friend’s house to hang out and party.C. Black Friday· Stayed home, did online shopping.· Spent ~$700 but is almost done with holiday & birthday shopping.· Has two boys’ birthdays in December.D. Sunday — Buccaneers Game· Birthday outing for both boys, especially Gavin (turning 11, wearing a cast).· Challenge: finding a birthday activity he could do → landed on the idea of going to a Bucs game.· Bought last-minute tickets Friday night → Section 138, $165 each (great deal vs usual $400–500).· Had to buy 5 tickets including teenage daughter.E. The Clothing Saga· Day-after-Black-Friday scramble for Bucs apparel.· Multiple stores visited: Target, Bealls, Kohl’s, Sam’s, etc.· Only found most sizes; one shirt bought at stadium gift shop for $110.F. The Game Experience· Boys’ first Bucs game—huge excitement.· Highlights: pirate ship, cannons, pregame videos, giant flag, Jumbotron moments, t-shirt cannons.· Weather: Extremely hot — sitting in full sun.G. The Cost Breakdown· Drinks: Two doubles = $65.· Kids’ snacks/waters/foam fingers.· Tickets + apparel + food ≈ $1,400 total.· Justifying cost: Equivalent to what they'd spend on two kids’ birthday parties combined.H. NFL Sideline Shade Observation· DIY-looking PVC pipe shade rig over players → humorous contrast to NFL’s wealth.· Competitive advantage discussion — home team keeps visitors in the sun.SEGMENT 2 — KEVIN AND J.R.’S THANKSGIVINGA. Kevin Hosting Thanksgiving· Turkey turned out great.· No major drama; smooth holiday.B. J.R. Wednesday Lightning Game· Went to a Lightning game the night before Thanksgiving.· Zero dollars spent thanks to a friend with suite tickets.· Enjoyed beer, Wagyu cheeseburgers, free drinks.· Paid $20 for parking only.C. J.R. Thanksgiving Day· Spent the holiday at Kristin’s parents’ house.· Large spread; lots of kids with electric bikes, toy vehicles.· Played games, good family time.SEGMENT 3 — FEATURE EVENT: ON BIKESA. Introduction to the Event· Happens Saturday, December 6 in downtown Tampa.· Hosts transition to interview with Marissa Schwartz, CEO of On Bikes.INTERVIEW WITH MARISSA SCHWARTZ — CEO OF ON BIKESA. Organization Overview· On Bikes provides bicycles to foster kids and youth in need.· Main fundraiser = December 6 holiday-themed ride + festival.B. Event Day Breakdown· Early arrival encouraged.· Pre-ride bike decorating station (Ribeca Salon).· Theme: Holiday pajamas or festive wear.· Ride starts at 9:00 AM on Bayshore Blvd.· Afterparty at Cacciatore Park: brunch, mimosas, VIP area, kids’ zone, music.C. Tickets· Both GA and VIP available at onbikes.org.· VIP perks: Exclusive DJ Fresh set, dedicated lounge area.D. Bike Rentals & Valet· Attendees can pre-order rented bikes (limited supply).· Bike valet available — like car valet for bikes.E. December 9 — Santa’s Bike Shop (Volunteer Build Day)· At Benchmark International.· 1,000 volunteers assemble 1,000 bikes.· Two shifts: 12–3 PM and 4–7 PM.· Volunteer link released online (first come, first served).· Sponsorship opportunities for assembly tables.F. How to Get Involved· Visit onbikes.org → sign up for email list, buy tickets, volunteer.· Follow On Bikes on Instagram/Facebook.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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