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While Peter Schorsch holds many titles — blogger, consultant and editor-in-chief of Florida Politics, the most influential political website in the Sunshine State — the one which he’s proudest is “husband and father.” That’s what makes his new podcast so exciting: Peter’s co-host, a woman every bit as accomplished as he is — his wife, Michelle Todd Schorsch. “He Said, She Said” has Peter and Michelle — previously a respected political consultant, now the CEO of the bustling Schorsch household — discussing the driving topics of the day, especially how politics really goes down in Florida. But the political talk is just a jumping off point to a wide-range of subject matter, from the latest in pop culture to some very strong opinions on family life and parenting. Listen in to hear how one political couple balances it all.

07/02/2019 | Episode 019 | 1:36:22

He Said, She Said: 2020 Dems Miami debate night recap; A Disney Cruise special episode featuring Ella Joyce

2020 Dems Miami debate night recap; Disney Cruise special episode part one featuring Ella Joyce; Ella's corner

On this episode of He Said, She Said, the whole Schorsch clan is on the podcast to deliver on their promise of a very special Disney Cruise episode. Before they get to the fun, Michelle and Peter talk through the first debate of the 2020 Democratic primary. They give their updated rankings and breakdown the Biden/Harris exchange. Then, Michelle, Peter and Ella talk all things Disney Cruising and answer questions about their favorite ships, when to start Disney Cruising, best destinations and much more.

Key Insights

  • On this episode of He Said, She Said, the Schorsches celebrate summer with a very special Disney Cruise episode featuring special guest Ella Joyce.
  • Before they start the fun, they wrap up the pressing political discussions of the week, including the end of session (finally) and the first presidential debate of 2020.
  • Session is finally in for a landing. The budget is finally signed, all of the bills are signed. After six weeks of crazy, with a trip to Israel, bill signings and much more, the session has officially come to a close.
  • The Schorsches are headed to Europe! New on their list this trip? Airbnb experiences.
  • New rule: Peter is no longer allowed to be away from Michelle on presidential debate nights.
  • Michelle and Peter give a Miami Democratic Presidential Debate recap. Big takeaways: Bernie Sanders is exactly the “smelly old man” that Peter expected. “Chuck Todd was at his Chuck Todd worst.”
  • Peter and Michelle disagree on debate format. Peter was disappointed not to hear questions about issues close to Floridians, like Venezuela or Cuba. Michelle argued that the kitchen table issues as more important for the first debate.
  • Time to pack up the bus? Peter and Michelle are ready for Beto O’Rourke, Amy Klobuchar, and Kirsten Gillibrand to call it quits on their campaigns.
  • Michelle and Peter break down Biden’s debate performance, his somewhat disastrous non-apology, and how it may have hurt his chances.
  • They talk Kamala Harris, her surge following the debate, and predictions of Op-Ed takedowns in the upcoming months
  • Michelle’s rankings: 1 - Kamala Harris, 2 - Joe Biden, 3 - “Mayor Pete” Buttigieg
  • Peter’s rankings: 1 - Kamala Harris, 2 - Elizabeth Warren, 3 - Joe Biden; Peter does not believe that Biden will make it through based on his first debate performance.
  • Disney Cruise Time! The Schorsches give an overview of the Disney Cruise Ships: The Magic, The Dream, The Wonder, and The Fantasy
  • The Magic was the very first ship. The Magic and The Wonder are the smaller legacy ships, they are more intimate, up to 9 floors of state rooms.
  • The Dream and the Fantasy are larger ships (11 floors) and sail out of Port Canaveral. Port Canaveral will soon have two new ships, sending either the Dream or the Fantasy elsewhere.
  • Each cruise has different characters associated with them. The main characters are princesses. Ella shares the princesses of each ship. The Magic features Rapunzel, The Dream features Belle, The Fantasy features Frozen, The Wonder features Tian
  • Key decision making: Are you early diners or late diners? Michelle and Peter break down the numerous dining opportunities aboard each ship, dining times and dining entertainment.
  • What age is the best to start Disney cruising? Michelle says there’s no right age to start. Kids have to be 6 months old, there is childcare aboard, but kids must be 3 years old and potty-trained to join the kids club.
  • What’s the best time to go? Peter and Michelle break down dates to avoid, surprising dates that are often the cheapest and the best value for your buck.
  • How long should you go for your first trip? Michelle and Ella talk length of stay and why Michelle isn’t a huge fan of the 3-night cruise.
  • Hot takes: They finish up the episode with Ella's hot takes on Disney Cruises and who Michelle says stole the show at the first debate.
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While Peter Schorsch holds many titles — blogger, consultant and editor-in-chief of Florida Politics, the most influential political website in the Sunshine State — the one of which he’s proudest is “husband and father.” That’s what makes his new podcast so exciting. Peter’s co-host is a woman every bit as accomplished as he is: his wife, Michelle Todd Schorsch. “He Said, She Said” has Peter and Michelle — previously a respected political consultant, now the CEO of the bustling Schorsch household — discussing the driving topics of the day, especially how politics really goes down in Florida. 


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