Suburb Summer Sizzler Day 13 (Denver Harbor vs Porter) - The Rod Ryan Show

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[01:34]
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[01:37]
E
Sometimes they could do.
[01:39]
C
Oh, you know the Kikis, their relation. That's their first name.
[01:43]
F
I got you, Rod.
[01:45]
C
Some guy said, where the hell is Denver Harbor?
[01:47]
F
Oh, I can also tell you that because I had to Google it. It's down by the Ship Channel.
[01:51]
C
Tommy.
[01:53]
E
Hey. Ron. Brother Rob. Brother Rob. And Ryan.
[01:57]
C
Oh, geez. This guy's gonna really give it to me.
[01:59]
F
Okay.
[02:00]
C
It's not me. I know. He goes, what? And where is Denver Harbor?
[02:04]
A
In o.
[02:05]
E
Somewhere. Stop it.
[02:05]
C
Joseph Anderson sent me an email. Where? I guess Colorado.
[02:09]
F
No, it's East Houston.
[02:10]
C
Where are you? Denver Harbor.
[02:13]
E
Denver harbor is in East Houston, in between Wayside and Lathrop Crest.
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C
There you go. You know, okay.
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G
It's an old.
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E
It's an old school, historic neighborhood of Denver Harbor. I mean, of Houston.
[02:24]
C
Okay. And born and raised. Born and raised or did you move there?
[02:29]
E
Born and raised. And Then I moved there. And so Denver harbor used to be bad in the 80s, gangs and whatnot. And so the people. The bad people of Denver harbor are either in jail, dead, or they live in Channel View.
[02:43]
C
Oh, okay.
[02:45]
F
I love the tea you're bringing, Tommy.
[02:47]
C
I thought you were gonna tell me, like, you, Charles Bronson, that area. And you cleaned it up yourself.
[02:51]
E
Yeah, cleaned it up.
[02:54]
C
All right, Tommy, let's go. Yeah, we got a game to play here.
[02:57]
E
Go ahead.
[02:57]
C
Okay. I'd love to talk about Denver harbor all day.
[03:00]
F
Let's have lunch, but.
[03:02]
C
Oh, yeah, where's the best place to eat in Denver Harbor?
[03:05]
E
Probably Hagalis.
[03:08]
C
Okay, sounds wonderful. You've even practicing. Can we talk music for a second here? Have you been practicing?
[03:14]
E
Yes. I do an Internet radio show on Sundays, and I got to give a shout out to my girl, Amanda Boo Boo Johnson. DJ Noise Sunshine Kid. We practiced Sunday for about 40 minutes. At the end of my show, I'm the one that sent you that email saying, can I say got it? Because that's what I say when we practice.
[03:33]
C
But I realize the rules.
[03:34]
E
Yeah, I'll say my name right now. So we practice. We practice for about 40 minutes. My opponent was Amanda Boo Boo Johnson, and she's a very, very good opponent to play against because she knows buzz music, too.
[03:51]
C
Okay.
[03:51]
E
And because she knows buzz music, she was playing against me, my friend. No, kid.
[03:57]
C
Okay.
[04:00]
E
Play the music, Tommy.
[04:03]
C
I. We will tune into what's happening in the harbor and I'll get all these stories. Okay. I gotta talk to the other guy. I gotta meet the other guy.
[04:13]
E
I put in work. I put in some work.
[04:15]
F
Ron, did you practice?
[04:16]
C
Yes, he did practice.
[04:17]
F
He did.
[04:18]
C
All right, now let me tell you.
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F
Excited.
[04:19]
G
Okay, wait.
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C
Hang on, Tommy.
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E
Hang on, David. Brother Rod. Good morning.
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C
Tell me everything about Porter, Texas, right now.
[04:26]
B
Go.
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F
Where should we eat?
[04:30]
E
No stories to tell. Oh, all right.
[04:33]
C
David, did you. Were you born and raised in Porter or did you move there?
[04:38]
E
I moved there.
[04:39]
C
Where'd you move from?
[04:41]
E
I moved from. Hopefully, I don't get no enemies, but I moved from California into Porter.
[04:47]
C
That's okay, dude. I'm not going to get. I'm not going to bust your balls on that. I'm going to bust your balls on that. You needed to get here. All right, well, listen, David, what about this suburb, Summer Sizzler? Let's just talk music with you, all right? I mean, I'm sure. I'm sure you got a podcast and everything else. That's great, but have you been practicing on buzz music here? Have you been getting yourself ready for this matchup.
[05:09]
E
So I tried to practice, but the more I practice, the more weaknesses I found. And that made me nervous because there's just so many songs. I'm just going to go with my knowledge.
[05:19]
F
Good point.
[05:20]
C
All right, that's interesting.
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F
Yeah.
[05:21]
C
Tommy, you still there?
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E
I'm here.
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C
I love it. We got Denver harbor. We have take, we have Porter, and we have day. Lucky number 13. Oh, the 13th matchup of the Suburbs Summer Sizzler 2026. Tommy, are you ready? Just a yes or no.
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E
I'm ready.
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C
Okay, now you are yelling out your name.
[05:44]
E
Yes.
[05:45]
C
Thank you. David, I need you to yell out your name when you think you know who is performing the song. And we need the title of the song as well. Got that? David.
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E
Got it.
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C
Tommy's got it. David's got it.
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Got it.
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C
Alex, are you ready?
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H
I'm ready.
[06:04]
C
Holy. Alex is like, yeah, dude. I've been ready over here for a bit. I'm ready. All right, here we go. Lucky number 13. Suburb Summer Sizzler. Boys, here's your song. Shout out your name.
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David.
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C
David.
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E
Sex and candy. Marcy Playground. That is correct. Wow.
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C
Okay, first of all, that took too long.
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F
It's freaking me out.
[06:45]
C
First of all, I heard something like.
[06:47]
E
I'm like, no.
[06:48]
C
Say your name. Say your name. Nobody was. That took a long time. That made us all very nervous. But David hung in there and gets the win. Porter, Texas is moving on.
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B
Geez.
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C
We were just getting to know Denver Harbor.
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F
I think there's more to know.
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C
So great with your co host and everything.
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F
Tommy, it was a pleasure.
[07:14]
C
I really enjoyed having you on today, Tommy. I really did.
[07:18]
E
It was. It was very nerve wracking. I knew the song, damn it.
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F
I didn't know the artist. That was hard.
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C
Do you think that was one of the songs that you practiced? Did that song come up in practice at all?
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E
I think it did. I think it did. I just. I froze. That's my bad. My bad. Denver Harbor.
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C
Oh, yeah.
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E
Oh, God.
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C
Denver harbor's out. Denver harbor's out. But Porter lives. Hey, David, well done, dude.
[07:45]
E
Thanks very much.
[07:46]
C
Stress. Is it stressful? Share that with everybody. That's like coming up a little bit,
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E
but we'll just keep going and see how far we go.
[07:56]
C
Deer park takes on Klein tomorrow in the suburb Summer Sizzler. Dude, great job today.
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Summary4 min read

The Rod Ryan Show – Suburb Summer Sizzler Day 13: Denver Harbor vs Porter

Date: August 5, 2026
Host: Rod Ryan & Team
Podcast: 94.5 The Buzz (KTBZ-FM)

Episode Overview

This episode of The Rod Ryan Show centers around Day 13 of the Suburb Summer Sizzler, a quirky, high-energy tournament pitting Houston-area suburbs against each other in head-to-head music trivia battles. Today’s match-up puts the historic Denver Harbor against rapidly-growing Porter, with local champions Tommy and David representing their respective neighborhoods. The show highlights Houston pride, local color, and quick-witted radio banter, culminating in a tense music-identification challenge.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Neighborhood Pride & Introductions

The crew dives into some lighthearted banter and local lore, especially around Denver Harbor, led by Tommy.
- Tommy offers a slice of Houston history:
  
  "Denver Harbor is in East Houston, in between Wayside and Lathrop Crest... It's an old school, historic neighborhood of Houston." (02:12-02:24)
- Reflecting on the area’s transformation:
  
  "The bad people of Denver Harbor are either in jail, dead, or they live in Channel View." – Tommy (02:36-02:43)
Porter gets a quieter but earnest intro as David reveals he recently moved from California.

“Hopefully, I don't get no enemies, but I moved from California into Porter.” – David (04:41-04:47)

2. Preparing for Summer Sizzler

Tommy, representing Denver Harbor, details his preparation:

“I do an Internet radio show on Sundays, and I got to give a shout out to my girl, Amanda Boo Boo Johnson... We practiced Sunday for about 40 minutes.” (03:14-03:32)
David from Porter confesses the challenge of prepping:

“I tried to practice, but the more I practice, the more weaknesses I found... I’m just going to go with my knowledge.” (05:08-05:18)

3. The Trivia Showdown (Music ID Game)

Game rules are clarified: contestants buzz in with their names and must identify both the artist and song. Tension is high as both sides seem nervous but ready to go.
The decisive moment:
- [06:25-06:29] David clinches the round:
  
  "Sex and Candy. Marcy Playground." – David (06:29)
Reactions to the nail-biter:

"First of all, that took too long... That made us all very nervous. But David hung in there and gets the win. Porter, Texas is moving on." – Rod (06:45-07:04)

4. Aftermath & Reflections

Tommy’s good-natured disappointment and nerves:

“It was very nerve wracking. I knew the song, damn it.” – Tommy (07:17-07:22) “I think it did [come up in practice]. I just... I froze. That’s my bad. My bad, Denver Harbor.” – Tommy (07:28-07:36)
Looking ahead, Rod mentions the next match-up:

"Deer Park takes on Klein tomorrow in the Suburb Summer Sizzler. Dude, great job today." (07:55-08:03)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Neighborhood Lore & Houston Humor

“Some guy said, where the hell is Denver Harbor? ...I had to Google it. It's down by the Ship Channel.” – Rod & Team (01:44-01:51)
Underdog Nerves

“The more I practice, the more weaknesses I found. And that made me nervous because there’s just so many songs.” – David (05:08-05:18)
Friendly Trash Talk

“I thought you were gonna tell me, like, you, Charles Bronson, that area. And you cleaned it up yourself.” – Rod (02:47-02:51)
Game Tension

“Say your name. Say your name. Nobody was. That took a long time. That made us all very nervous.” – Rod (06:46-06:47)

Timestamps for Key Segments

[01:44-02:24] – What/where is Denver Harbor? Local lore and Tommy’s roots.
[03:05-03:32] – Tommy describes his music trivia practice sessions.
[04:41-04:47] – David shares his move from California to Porter.
[05:08-05:18] – David on the anxieties of prepping for Summer Sizzler.
[06:25-06:29] – The winning trivia answer: “Sex and Candy” by Marcy Playground.
[07:17-07:36] – Tommy reflects on nerves and missing the answer.
[07:55-08:03] – Announcement of the next Suburb Summer Sizzler matchup.

Tone & Atmosphere

High-energy, tongue-in-cheek Houston pride.
Friendly one-upmanship between neighborhoods.
Unfiltered, candid moments showcasing real nerves and excitement.

Summary

Day 13 of The Rod Ryan Show’s Suburb Summer Sizzler brings together two spirited communities through local trivia and music prowess. Tommy, deeply proud of Denver Harbor’s roots and transformation, faces David, a recent transplant to Porter, in a tense, slightly awkward, but ultimately entertaining music showdown. Despite Tommy’s diligent practice, David’s cool nerves win the day with the correct answer to "Sex and Candy" by Marcy Playground. The show closes with supportive camaraderie and anticipation for the next battle, showing genuine appreciation for the personalities and stories of Houston’s diverse suburbs.

If you missed the episode, you’ll come away with both a smile and a sense of Houston’s vibrant community spirit.

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[01:34]
C
Yeah, most people with their first names are not related. Thanks, Mo.
[01:37]
E
Sometimes they could do.
[01:39]
C
Oh, you know the Kikis, their relation. That's their first name.
[01:43]
F
I got you, Rod.
[01:45]
C
Some guy said, where the hell is Denver Harbor?
[01:47]
F
Oh, I can also tell you that because I had to Google it. It's down by the Ship Channel.
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C
Tommy.
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E
Hey. Ron. Brother Rob. Brother Rob. And Ryan.
[01:57]
C
Oh, geez. This guy's gonna really give it to me.
[01:59]
F
Okay.
[02:00]
C
It's not me. I know. He goes, what? And where is Denver Harbor?
[02:04]
A
In o.
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E
Somewhere. Stop it.
[02:05]
C
Joseph Anderson sent me an email. Where? I guess Colorado.
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F
No, it's East Houston.
[02:10]
C
Where are you? Denver Harbor.
[02:13]
E
Denver harbor is in East Houston, in between Wayside and Lathrop Crest.
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C
There you go. You know, okay.
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G
It's an old.
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E
It's an old school, historic neighborhood of Denver Harbor. I mean, of Houston.
[02:24]
C
Okay. And born and raised. Born and raised or did you move there?
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E
Born and raised. And Then I moved there. And so Denver harbor used to be bad in the 80s, gangs and whatnot. And so the people. The bad people of Denver harbor are either in jail, dead, or they live in Channel View.
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C
Oh, okay.
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F
I love the tea you're bringing, Tommy.
[02:47]
C
I thought you were gonna tell me, like, you, Charles Bronson, that area. And you cleaned it up yourself.
[02:51]
E
Yeah, cleaned it up.
[02:54]
C
All right, Tommy, let's go. Yeah, we got a game to play here.
[02:57]
E
Go ahead.
[02:57]
C
Okay. I'd love to talk about Denver harbor all day.
[03:00]
F
Let's have lunch, but.
[03:02]
C
Oh, yeah, where's the best place to eat in Denver Harbor?
[03:05]
E
Probably Hagalis.
[03:08]
C
Okay, sounds wonderful. You've even practicing. Can we talk music for a second here? Have you been practicing?
[03:14]
E
Yes. I do an Internet radio show on Sundays, and I got to give a shout out to my girl, Amanda Boo Boo Johnson. DJ Noise Sunshine Kid. We practiced Sunday for about 40 minutes. At the end of my show, I'm the one that sent you that email saying, can I say got it? Because that's what I say when we practice.
[03:33]
C
But I realize the rules.
[03:34]
E
Yeah, I'll say my name right now. So we practice. We practice for about 40 minutes. My opponent was Amanda Boo Boo Johnson, and she's a very, very good opponent to play against because she knows buzz music, too.
[03:51]
C
Okay.
[03:51]
E
And because she knows buzz music, she was playing against me, my friend. No, kid.
[03:57]
C
Okay.
[04:00]
E
Play the music, Tommy.
[04:03]
C
I. We will tune into what's happening in the harbor and I'll get all these stories. Okay. I gotta talk to the other guy. I gotta meet the other guy.
[04:13]
E
I put in work. I put in some work.
[04:15]
F
Ron, did you practice?
[04:16]
C
Yes, he did practice.
[04:17]
F
He did.
[04:18]
C
All right, now let me tell you.
[04:18]
F
Excited.
[04:19]
G
Okay, wait.
[04:19]
C
Hang on, Tommy.
[04:20]
E
Hang on, David. Brother Rod. Good morning.
[04:24]
C
Tell me everything about Porter, Texas, right now.
[04:26]
B
Go.
[04:29]
F
Where should we eat?
[04:30]
E
No stories to tell. Oh, all right.
[04:33]
C
David, did you. Were you born and raised in Porter or did you move there?
[04:38]
E
I moved there.
[04:39]
C
Where'd you move from?
[04:41]
E
I moved from. Hopefully, I don't get no enemies, but I moved from California into Porter.
[04:47]
C
That's okay, dude. I'm not going to get. I'm not going to bust your balls on that. I'm going to bust your balls on that. You needed to get here. All right, well, listen, David, what about this suburb, Summer Sizzler? Let's just talk music with you, all right? I mean, I'm sure. I'm sure you got a podcast and everything else. That's great, but have you been practicing on buzz music here? Have you been getting yourself ready for this matchup.
[05:09]
E
So I tried to practice, but the more I practice, the more weaknesses I found. And that made me nervous because there's just so many songs. I'm just going to go with my knowledge.
[05:19]
F
Good point.
[05:20]
C
All right, that's interesting.
[05:21]
F
Yeah.
[05:21]
C
Tommy, you still there?
[05:23]
E
I'm here.
[05:24]
C
I love it. We got Denver harbor. We have take, we have Porter, and we have day. Lucky number 13. Oh, the 13th matchup of the Suburbs Summer Sizzler 2026. Tommy, are you ready? Just a yes or no.
[05:40]
E
I'm ready.
[05:41]
C
Okay, now you are yelling out your name.
[05:44]
E
Yes.
[05:45]
C
Thank you. David, I need you to yell out your name when you think you know who is performing the song. And we need the title of the song as well. Got that? David.
[05:59]
E
Got it.
[06:00]
C
Tommy's got it. David's got it.
[06:01]
E
Got it.
[06:02]
C
Alex, are you ready?
[06:03]
H
I'm ready.
[06:04]
C
Holy. Alex is like, yeah, dude. I've been ready over here for a bit. I'm ready. All right, here we go. Lucky number 13. Suburb Summer Sizzler. Boys, here's your song. Shout out your name.
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E
David.
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C
David.
[06:29]
E
Sex and candy. Marcy Playground. That is correct. Wow.
[06:43]
C
Okay, first of all, that took too long.
[06:45]
F
It's freaking me out.
[06:45]
C
First of all, I heard something like.
[06:47]
E
I'm like, no.
[06:48]
C
Say your name. Say your name. Nobody was. That took a long time. That made us all very nervous. But David hung in there and gets the win. Porter, Texas is moving on.
[07:04]
B
Geez.
[07:05]
C
We were just getting to know Denver Harbor.
[07:07]
F
I think there's more to know.
[07:09]
C
So great with your co host and everything.
[07:11]
F
Tommy, it was a pleasure.
[07:14]
C
I really enjoyed having you on today, Tommy. I really did.
[07:18]
E
It was. It was very nerve wracking. I knew the song, damn it.
[07:22]
F
I didn't know the artist. That was hard.
[07:24]
C
Do you think that was one of the songs that you practiced? Did that song come up in practice at all?
[07:29]
E
I think it did. I think it did. I just. I froze. That's my bad. My bad. Denver Harbor.
[07:36]
C
Oh, yeah.
[07:37]
E
Oh, God.
[07:38]
C
Denver harbor's out. Denver harbor's out. But Porter lives. Hey, David, well done, dude.
[07:45]
E
Thanks very much.
[07:46]
C
Stress. Is it stressful? Share that with everybody. That's like coming up a little bit,
[07:52]
E
but we'll just keep going and see how far we go.
[07:56]
C
Deer park takes on Klein tomorrow in the suburb Summer Sizzler. Dude, great job today.
[08:03]
A
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We all have routines. I'm Jabron and with diabetes. Mine was finger sticks. Sometimes I skipped them because they hurt. The Freestyle Libre 3 CGM changed that. It gives me glucose insights without finger sticks. Learn more @freestylelibre US finger sticks are
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