Pete's statement on todays podcast!

dkrauss · Jul 28, 2015

Way to go Pete!!!!!!!!!!

Doug :goofy:

Tonyz · Jul 28, 2015

I was just gonna start a similar thread. As if we need any other proof that he's like the greatest guy ever!

I was surprised to hear that there were some anti-women comments. Who knew Disney fans could stoop so low. I don't understand how this mindset is still so prevalent. And what more, you're arguing against hate... with hate? How absurd.

I said that it would have been a better conversation if Pete was there, and I'll stick with that. His opinion on the flag solidified that for me. But I love to see a guy defend his people.

JimmyV · Jul 28, 2015

Tonyz said:
I said that it would have been a better conversation if Pete was there, and I'll stick with that.

And that's not because any show is inherently better simply because Pete is on it. It is because any show is better when more viewpoints are represented. Sure, more viewpoints are better. But one shouldn't fall into the trap of thinking that any particular show has to have a certain member on it in order for it to be a good show. There are times when Pete is in the room, but Julie or JeniLyn are not, and I think to myself: "Gee. I'd love to hear what Julie or JL have to say about this topic." And there are times when one or more of Pete, John and/or Kevin are not in the room and I wonder what they would have to say. But it simply isn't possible to have all the podcast crew members in the room on every show. This is why introductions at the beginning of the show are so valuable. If you don't like that day's lineup, turn it off! (That is not directed to you, Tonyz. It is simply a generic statement that applies to all listeners.)

burne99 · Jul 29, 2015

Pete,

You didn't agree with what your staff said, but that didn't stop you for standing up and protecting them from the vitriol of armchair warriors. It was amazing to hear and I applaud you. It is a rare
Quality of an employer.

LoriLovesDisneyland · Jul 29, 2015

I really appreciated that Pete stood up for his employees. This is a podcast and you can expect to hear opinions and (shocker) you may not agree with all of them. The conversation was polite
and while I agreed more with what Pete felt about the flag, I was not offended by the comments everyone else made.

Hunterr · Jul 29, 2015

I don't think there was so much anti-women comments as much as people didn't like JL actually letting the conversation go on. As if was a bad thing she didn't cut it short.
And everyone was like "if Pete were here, he'd give his word and move on!".
And it's like HUH??

Anyhow, great rant. I wish he spoke on the other subject from that show about Bill Cosby, because that a lot of discussion time, too.

Princess Jes · Jul 29, 2015

I agree that I was one who wondered what pete would have said on the subject, but that does not mean that I didn't enjoy listening to the team's opinions on the matters.

I'm glad that pete addressed the situation, and as I suspected, he fiercely defended "his people". What a great man and a wonderful employee and friend he is. I'd be honored to work for such a caring and fair man.

mickeymouseobessed · Jul 29, 2015

Very proud of Pete!

emcclay · Jul 29, 2015

Pete- you are the real MVP! :thanks:

Princess Jes · Jul 29, 2015

emcclay said:
Pete- you are the real MVP!

I think you're missing the point pete made about him not being the MVP and that its about every team member of the show?

emcclay · Jul 29, 2015

Princess Jes said:
I think you're missing the point pete made about him not being the MVP and that its about every team member of the show?

No, not at all actually. I'm not looking for an argument. But, it's a common term used these days for when someone does something above and beyond. For example, staying late at work or finding something someone is looking for or standing up for someone when they are being picked on. He stood up for his team and basically told the haters to go away.

Princess Jes · Jul 29, 2015

emcclay said:
No, not at all actually. I'm not looking for an argument. But, it's a common term used these days for when someone does something above and beyond. For example, staying late at work or finding something someone is looking for or standing up for someone when they are being picked on. He stood up for his team and basically told the haters to go away.

And nor am I, it's maybe just not the best use of the term specific to the situation based only on the fact that it's the opposite of the message he was trying to get across.
Though of course, I do agree with you that he did wonderfully in defending the team

Tonyz · Jul 29, 2015

emcclay said:
No, not at all actually. I'm not looking for an argument. But, it's a common term used these days for when someone does something above and beyond. For example, staying late at work or finding something someone is looking for or standing up for someone when they are being picked on. He stood up for his team and basically told the haters to go away.

And I don't think it's a terrible thing to be honest and admit that (IMO) Pete's the best part of the podcast. I love everyone, but Pete's one of the top dogs when it comes to commenting on Disney World.

BagOLaughs · Jul 30, 2015

OK i haven't caught up on this episode yet... now i'm really curious but I've got to wait until my run later to listen.

MrKnight · Jul 30, 2015

I applaud Pete for standing up for his team and reminding the audience that all hosts should be respected regardless of their personal opinions. I watched the show in question with the controversial topics and even though I did not agree with some of the hosts on the topics discussed I certainly respect their opinions. Does anyone have a link to the negative posts that Pete mentioned? I am curious as to what the posts are that lead to Pete having to make this statement..

WebmasterJackie · Jul 30, 2015

MrKnight said:
Does anyone have a link to the negative posts that Pete mentioned? I am curious as to what the posts are that lead to Pete having to make this statement..

I saw some comments on the podcast feedback thread, but I have a feeling a lot of them could've come from emails and voice messages directly to the show.

BagOLaughs · Jul 30, 2015

MrKnight said:
I applaud Pete for standing up for his team and reminding the audience that all hosts should be respected regardless of their personal opinions. I watched the show in question with the controversial topics and even though I did not agree with some of the hosts on the topics discussed I certainly respect their opinions. Does anyone have a link to the negative posts that Pete mentioned? I am curious as to what the posts are that lead to Pete having to make this statement..

Its all in the youtube comments.

OK now i've caught up I had no idea that episode had caused a blow up (I usually listen to podcasts while running on ipod).

Shame on the people saying that Pete has to be there to "reel them in". The crew do a perfect job with or without Pete. Its dead simple, if you don't agree with what a podcast is saying then don't listen!

JL did a fantastic job hosting and I was really enjoying the episode.

BagOLaughs · Jul 30, 2015

I personally love hearing the opinions of JL and I enjoy the episodes she's featured in.

Tonyz · Jul 30, 2015

BagOLaughs said:
I think this is the sort of statement you should re-word. For you Pete is the best part of the podcast, and that's OK. However not everyone agrees with that.

So what you meant to say was "For me, Pete's the best part of the podcast." If you say that then you'll avoid most arguments.

I personally love hearing the opinions of JL and I enjoy the episodes she's featured in.

I don't have to re-word anything... because if you read the whole statement, I said "IMO". Which means... wait for it... in MY opinion. But thanks for the advice.

BagOLaughs · Jul 30, 2015

Tonyz said:
I don't have to re-word anything... because if you read the whole statement, I said "IMO". Which means... wait for it... in MY opinion. But thanks for the advice.

Sorry. My bad... I'm bad with acronyms, which isn't an excuse. I'll remove my post.

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