The Big Dawg's Yard

The Big Dawg and his spcecial guest rip into recent topics and issues happening in and around the city (Philadelphia, PA), the country, and maybe even the world. Stay on your side of the fence if boots being put to as*es scares you. 

The Dawg invites a special guest into his yard to chew on various topics inclduding the young NFL Season, athletes and social conciousness, the race for the White House, and any other topic that they deem deserves attention and/or boots to ass*es!

The Big Dawg returns after a loooong hiatus to once again put boots to asses. The Dawg gets very personal in tis episode as he discusses the loss of his wife, the grief, the pain, the anger, and his gratefulness to those that have been there for him.   You may be surprised who he angry with.  The Dawg will also bark about the Black Lives/Blue Lives/All Lives situation, today's "high priced slaves", and Kenny Smith's 10% idea. 

The Dawg rips into the sad reality that we seem to have reached a point in this country where differing opinions automatically means people can no longer be friends on social media and sometimes in real life. How did we get here? How do we get back? Why have we become intolerant to differing opinions? The Dawg has his thoughts and will definitely put boots to a*ses on this topic. 

The Dawg barks about reconciling being a Christian and trying to live the "Golden Rule" with making sure people are not taking advantage of you because you are trying to live a good life and treat others properly.  Does being a Christian mean that you let people use and abuse you and never stand up for yourself?   

The Big Dawg barks about this current winter and the days kids have missed due to wintry weather. Some were clearly justified, some not so much.  The Dawg will look at the issue from several angles including the perspective of someone that grew up in the 80's when snow days were rare. Have we made our kids soft with so many days off? Are school adminstrators just being overly cautious? Let's see if we can rattle a few chains with this one.  

      The Big Dawg barks about the grand jury decision in Ferguson, MO and the issues surrounding the whole situation then rips into the issue of the recent verbal attack of the President's daughters by a GOP staffer.  The Dawg's chain has been rattled and he does not wear a muzzle so....well....you already know.  

The Dawg barks about the issue of attacks on Christianity in the name of equality and respect for other faiths and beliefs.  Christians are being forced to refrain from expressing their faith or risk being protested against, ostracized, or sued. 

The Big Dawg jumps into the Adrian Peterson situation with both paws and barks about the debate/discussion about child abuse and discipline.  When does discipline become abuse? What about verbal/psychological abuse? Are kids better behaved now than when coporal punishment was the norm? 

Join the Big Dawg as he host the first (and maybe last) NFL Preview Show.  The Dawg will share a few thoughts and predictions about the 2014-15 season of the National Football League.  The Dawg will also put boots to as*es on a few topics including his favorite NFL team getting no love, the Michael Sam saga, and the use of offensive nicknames. 

The Big Dawg barks about the trajedies in Ferguson, MO and NYC that resulted in the deaths of two Black men at the hands of police, the continuing specter of racism in America, some other underlying isues, and where we go from here.

The Dawg rips into recent news stories concerninng those in public saftey positions, specifically police officers and fire fighters, and their seemingly ever worsening relationship with minority communities. There is plenty of blame to go around and the Dawg puts Boots to A*ses and pulls a few folk on the carpet.

The Dawg digs, rips and tears into instances of people wanting to be treated "fairly" except when they want think they deserve more.

The Dawg digs up a few of the news stories of 2013 as a way of acknowledging the past then tears into some things that he needs get off his chest as he prepares to make 2014 an awesome, blessed year for himself, his family, and those he loves. 

The Big Dawg tears into a recent incident he witnessed of blatant disrespect of a Christian church service by a young man claiming to be of the Islamic faith. Boots to a*ses for sure this week!!!

The Big Dawg barks about the recent fast food worker strikes around the country and puts boots to a*ses on the topic.

The Dawg's chain has been rattled and now he tears into attitudes and behaviors of men and women today. 

The Dawg digs into the Trayvon Martin situation.  Erik Terrell of the Erik Terrell Show stops by to discuss the original incident, the trial, the verdict, racism, politics, and where we as a nation go from here. 

The Big Dawg barks loudly about the subject of Black athletes who seem to endure undue, unnecessary, and unacceptable treatment while ripping into the reason(s) why!!

The Big Dawg tears into the unfortunate phenomenon of how we have de-valued and often disgraced graduation ceremonies. 

The Dawg rips into the recent decision by the Philadelphia School District to lay off over 3,000 staff members; including hundreds of teachers, almost 200 vice principals, and hundreds of others including counselors, noon time aides, and more. 

What do Jason Collins and Tim Tebow have in common and why is it causing the Big Dawg to bare his canines? The answer may surprise you (but if you know the Dawg personally, maybe it won't!)

The Big Dawg returns to rip into several topics, including the Sandy Hook tragedy and the Boston Marathon bombing, and what one of the underlining currents may be (as HE sees it!!).

The Big Dawg sits on his favorite mat next to his bowl and reflects on events that left an impression in 2012 and thoughts about 2013!!

The Big Dawg bares his teeth as he discusses his hometown NFL team and their rabid fanbase, how they need to change their mentality, and other sports topics as well. 

The Big Dawg decides to chew on a topic that is as explosive as they come; Racism/Bigotry. The topic is not always black and white (so to speak), and the discussion won't be either. Hang on to your chew toys and your food bowls, because it could get a little bumpy!!.

The Big Dawg, fresh off his nap after getting to the turkey someone left unattended, rips into the Black Friday shopping craze for dessert. 

The Big Dawg barks about the aftermath and suffering following Hurricane Sandy and why some people need to examine their hearts and character.

The Big Dawg talks about the fact that we are at war. We are in a war to save our children because we are losing them at an ALARMING rate and in different ways (runaway, prison, and death). Nothing but boots to as*es on this one!!!! (Plus we introduce a new segment of the show, "The BONEHEAD of the week".)

The Big Dawg barks about being politically correct in today's world and why he may not be considered PC enough for public office!

The Dawg barks about the issue of not letting people get past their mistakes and why a t-shirt issue gets more attention than pertinent  school issues.

The Big Dawg puts boots to a*ses on the subject of parents defending their delinquent children.....and making themsleves look like morons in the process!!!

The Big Dawg rips into the subject of the political and social climate in America concerning President Obama. The Dawg tears into asinine ideologies and puts boots to *sses of those individuals and their ideas that make no earthly sense at all!!!

The Big Dawg digs around the subject of people trying to make everything everywhere all inclusive and the problems with this strategy!

The Big Dawg rips into the topic of coaching kids and why a little yelling can help and why coddling them WILL hurt in the long run.

The Big Dawg rips into the subject of back to school and many of the issues that should be addressed, especially in public school systems.

The Big Dawg barks about things he learned and came to know from watching professional wrestling since the 1970's.  Sometimes TV can educational even when it's supposed to be entertainment.

The Big Dawg's chain has been rattled and now he sinks his teeth into the issue of co-parenting and some of the difficulties involved. 

The Dawg barks about the good, the bad, the ugly, the stupid, and the ridiculous of the 2012 London Summer Olympics. 

The Big Dawg sinks his teeth into the topic of the continued disrespectful and venomous words and actions directed toward President Barack Obama and his family. 

Real talk about what we a planting in the minds, hearts, and souls of people today. (Specifically, our young people). 

In light of some recent events: Who is teaching our children; What are they being taught ; What are they not being taught; Who bears responsibilty; What can we do to improve the situation.

Step lightly, but come on in; it's time to meet the Big Dawg.