Dudley and Bob with Matt — 93.7 KLBJ-FM, Austin — Thursday, June 25, 2015
This Show
- The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt
- The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt
- The Worst of Dudley and Bob
Part 1: The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt
The show opens with Dale discussing whether it’s appropriate to greet Spanish speakers with ‘hola’, then moves into an extended discussion about NASA scientists theorizing we might be living in a computer simulation. The hosts debate physics, the Fermi Paradox, and Neil deGrasse Tyson’s upcoming interview. Later segments cover commercial flubs, Dale’s investment losses, Daniel’s wife being on vacation, and a lengthy tangent about chimeneas where Daniel admits his wife won’t let him get one from a listener.
Segments
- Show Open [00:00:01] — Standard show opening with introductions and Dale discussing whether it’s appropriate to say ‘hola’ to Spanish speakers.
- Nile Maxwell Commercial Flub [00:09:29] — The hosts play back and mock Matt’s mangled pronunciation of ‘Nile Maxwell’ from a sponsor read.
- NASA Simulation Theory [00:12:06] — Dale introduces article about NASA scientists theorizing we might be living in a computer simulation, sparking extended philosophical discussion about reality, the Fermi Paradox, and what questions to ask Neil deGrasse Tyson.
- Falling Star Question [00:27:58] — Caller Justin reminds them about Dale’s hungover moment when he questioned when a shooting star actually happened.
- Taylor Swift Bird [00:30:48] — Dale plays audio of a listener’s creation involving Taylor Swift’s ‘Trouble’ and discusses a bird that learned the song.
- Factory Mattress Sponsor Read [00:32:09] — Dale and Bob do Memorial Day sponsor read for Factory Mattress.
- The Chimenea Saga [00:33:18] — Dale reveals a listener offered Daniel a free chimenea but Daniel never responded. Extended discussion about what chimeneas are for, Daniel admitting his wife won’t let him have one, and confusion about outdoor pizza ovens.
Recurring Bits
- The Worst of Dudley and Bob [00:00:01] — The segment is titled ‘The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt’ – playing commercial flubs and mistakes
Callers
- Justin [00:27:44] — Reminded Dale about his ‘falling star when did it happen’ question from when he was hungover Dale explained the story but Justin had the details slightly wrong about it being in the hospital versus just being hungover in his car
Text Line
- [00:07:00] Dale’s wife texted him about him screaming in his sleep about someone torturing his testicles — read by Dale Dudley Dale explained he’d been watching Game of Thrones before bed
Music
- Taylor Swift — Listener created audio mashup of ‘Trouble’ – played and discussed
Quotes
Stop, no, my balls, my balls
Dale Dudley [00:08:03]
He’s like there’s this glitch in the system
Matt Bearden [00:27:09]
There’s always one dominant and one submissive supposed to be the dude
Matt Bearden [00:36:03]
Part 2: The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt
This segment features the hosts discussing various topics including health issues (CPAP machines, irritable bowel syndrome, nervous colon), Dan Patrick (Texas Lt. Governor) potentially appearing on the show, Bill Donahue’s criticism of Louis C.K., a student banned from prom for wearing a kilt, and the possibility of homebrewing opiates using genetically modified yeast. The conversation becomes tense when they debate whether to interview Dan Patrick, with Dale concerned about confronting him about conservative legislation.
Segments
- Mic switch confusion [00:00:10] — The hosts discuss confusion about microphone switches during a commercial break, with two mics accidentally left on, causing an f-bomb to go out over the air.
- CPAP machine discussion [00:03:06] — Dale enthusiastically promotes the ResMed 10 CPAP machine and AirFit P10 nasal pillow mask, explaining how sleep apnea treatment changed his life and likely contributed to his father’s early death.
- Irritable bowel syndrome blood test [00:05:50] — Discussion of a new blood test for diagnosing IBS, leading to debate about Carissa’s self-diagnosed condition and Daniel’s claimed ‘nervous colon.’
- Greg Abbott and fracking legislation [00:19:24] — Dale criticizes Governor Greg Abbott for signing House Bill 40, which limits local interference with fracking despite earthquakes in North Texas, calling it pure cronyism.
- Open carry legislation [00:25:43] — Discussion of open carry gun legislation moving forward, with an amendment that would prevent police from checking if people carrying openly actually have licenses.
- Dan Patrick interview debate [00:28:58] — The hosts debate whether to interview Texas Lt. Governor Dan Patrick after Daniel successfully booked him by saying it was for ‘KLBJ’ without specifying FM versus AM. Dale worries about losing his temper.
- Bill Donahue attacks Louis C.K. [00:38:54] — Audio clip of Catholic League president Bill Donahue criticizing Louis C.K. for making jokes about priests and child molestation, which Dale calls reprehensible given the church’s protection of abusers.
- Kilt banned from prom [00:46:07] — News story about homeschooled student David Lyles being denied entry to prom for wearing a traditional Scottish kilt, despite it being formal wear honoring his heritage.
- Homebrewed opiates [00:51:49] — Discussion of research published in Nature Chemical Biology about genetically modifying yeast to produce opiates, potentially making it as easy as homebrewing beer.
Text Line
- [00:19:38] Someone on Periscope suggested Carissa should look up symptoms of lactose intolerance — read by Dale Dudley Carissa dismissed it, saying she doesn’t need to look up symptoms
Quotes
I’m about to go into natural bridge caverns, I’m the train
Dale Dudley [00:16:23]
Greg Abbott has legalized earthquakes ladies and gentlemen
Dale Dudley [00:22:52]
The Emperor has no clothes and it makes you crazy
Dale Dudley [00:43:23]
Part 3: The Worst of Dudley and Bob
This part continues earlier discussions about Dan Patrick, the Waco biker shootout, and aviation. A major portion involves a lengthy, comedic digression after Daniel Gallo reveals he thought commercial airliners carried parachutes. The hosts mock his misunderstanding and discuss crash scenarios, Japanese airline disasters, and flight safety. The segment also touches on Dan Patrick’s upcoming interview, emails from producer Daniel, and various listener calls.
Segments
- Dan Patrick Interview Setup [00:00:00] — Dale discusses upcoming interview with Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, expressing concerns about call letter confusion between KLBJ AM and FM, and wanting to ensure transparency about which station Patrick will appear on.
- X Games Tickets Giveaway [00:03:03] — Dale gives away X Games tickets with keyword ‘enduro’ to text line 29217.
- Dale’s Political Frustrations [00:03:58] — Dale vents about Texas politics, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, and Cecil Bell, expressing embarrassment about the state’s political direction.
- Waco Biker Shootout Analysis [00:05:43] — Hosts discuss the 170 arrests in Waco, mug shots, Twin Peaks franchise revocation, and TABC involvement. Dale reads from a blog suggesting police may have killed all nine victims.
- Biker Culture Discussion [00:12:56] — Bob expresses uncertainty about motorcycle club culture. Hosts discuss whether the gathering was a ‘sit down’ or just bike night, and what the gangs might be fighting over.
- Texas Patch Territory Dispute [00:19:03] — Caller Russ explains the beef between biker gangs was over the Texas patch on vests, which certain clubs claim exclusive rights to wear.
- Reckless Kelly Softball Jam Promo [00:20:27] — Dale promotes the Reckless Kelly softball jam event with text-to-win for tickets.
- Reading Aging Rebel Blog [00:20:51] — Dale reads extensively from agingrebel.com blog claiming police deployed SWAT team in advance, stationed 22 officers outside, and that all nine deaths may have been caused by police gunfire.
- Airplane Hacker Story [00:27:22] — Dale discusses Chris Roberts, a hacker who allegedly took control of a plane’s systems through the in-flight entertainment console, causing an engine to climb and lateral movement.
- Daniel’s Airplane Door Fears [00:33:51] — Daniel admits he’s nervous walking near airplane doors, fearing they might fall off or open. Dale explains doors open outward and cannot be opened at altitude.
- The Parachute Revelation [00:35:15] — Daniel reveals he thought commercial airliners carried parachutes for passengers. This triggers an extended comedic segment where the hosts mock this misconception extensively.
- Parachute Debate Continues [00:39:00] — Discussion continues about why parachutes wouldn’t work on commercial flights, including physics problems, passenger panic scenarios, and the impossibility of jumping from a falling plane.
- Dan Patrick Interview Questions [00:44:01] — Caller Pat suggests questions for Dan Patrick about open carry at Waco, Rick Perry’s indictment, and Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller. Hosts discuss taking listener questions.
- Daniel’s Emails to Patrick Team [00:46:28] — Dale reads Daniel’s emails to Dan Patrick’s team, critiquing that he didn’t specify KLBJ-FM clearly enough initially, but acknowledging Keith Elkins knows the show.
- Daniel Home Alone [00:48:29] — Hosts tease Daniel about his wife being on a second trip to Port Aransas, suggesting she left him home alone like a child with money for food.
- Japanese Airline Disaster Story [00:51:58] — Dale tells the tragic story of a Japanese plane that lost its rudder, went into a slow spin, and passengers were told to write goodbye notes to loved ones before crashing.
Callers
- Russ [00:19:03] — Explained that the Waco biker shootout was over the Texas patch – bandidos claim exclusive right to wear Texas patches on vests Dale acknowledges he doesn’t fully understand biker culture and thanks the caller for the explanation
- Pat [00:43:54] — Suggested questions for Dan Patrick interview about open carry at Waco, Perry indictment, and Sid Miller hiring practices Hosts discuss taking listener questions for the Patrick interview and making it clear the questions come from listeners
- unnamed [00:49:32] — Defended the idea of strong parachutes for planes, citing NASA space shuttle parachutes Hosts explain the difference between shuttle landing speeds and commercial jet speeds, but caller persists with the idea
Quotes
I’m horrified that we gave into the rural rednecks who still want white men only to run everything.
Dale Dudley [00:04:17]
Multiple sources told the aging rebel that all of the dead were killed by the police.
Dale Dudley [00:23:55]
You thought there were parachutes on a jet airliner?
Dale Dudley [00:35:59]
If you’re in a plane that is going to crash, you are a dead person.
Dale Dudley [00:50:45]
I got a 30-something year old man that had the world knowledge of a nine year old.
Dale Dudley [00:54:34]