Dudley and Bob with Matt — 93.7 KLBJ-FM, Austin — Wednesday, January 25, 2017
This Show
Part 1: Oh America
Dale opens the show in a moderate depression, immediately launching into political commentary about Trump’s first days in office – Muslim ban, EPA restrictions, national park Twitter shutdowns, and executive orders. The hosts argue about Vietnam, World War II, and American interventionism. Dale gets upset about a Texas teacher being prosecuted for legally using marijuana in Colorado. The show includes debate over opioid deaths versus marijuana, and ends with Matt showing a viral father-daughter singing video that Dale predictably dislikes.
Segments
- Show Open – Depression and Political Rant [00:00:03] — Dale admits he’s in moderate to severe depression but is handling it. Immediately launches into Trump administration actions: Muslim ban coming today, EPA freeze, national park Twitter accounts shut down, executive orders flying.
- Alternative Facts and Kellyanne Conway [00:04:35] — Discussion of ‘alternative facts’ phrase and Sean Hannity defending it. Dale expresses frustration with people defending obvious lies from the administration.
- Dennis Quaid Calling In [00:08:34] — Dennis Quaid called Daniel directly to set up appearance. He’s calling in today and coming live Friday with his band The Sharks performing at Continental Club. Discussion of Dennis Quaid game from years past and his ex-wife Meg Ryan.
- Health and Human Services Nominee Tom Price [00:11:13] — Dale discusses Tom Price confirmation hearing, his refusal to guarantee healthcare coverage, and accusations of insider trading on medical company stocks while on health committee.
- Obamacare Saved Bob’s Mother-in-Law [00:15:23] — Bob reveals his mother-in-law is alive because of ACA, though it cost her a lot. Her company fired her when she got cancer; she had to return to the hospital that fired her for treatment.
- Dating Crazy People Analogy [00:16:05] — Dale compares the election to dating someone smoking hot but clearly unstable – you ignore red flags because you want to believe it will be different with you.
- Bob’s Reverse Barometer Theory [00:17:27] — Matt says Bob has never been right about politics, so if he thinks it’s terrible, it must actually be great. Dale dismisses this as ‘hocus pocus’ psychic talk.
- Rush Limbaugh Contract Story [00:19:32] — Dale tells story of being promised another hour at KLBJ-AM, then exactly one week later being told they signed Rush Limbaugh for 18 more months instead.
- Vietnam War Debate [00:24:59] — Daniel calls Vietnam ‘murder’ of Americans and Vietnamese. Dale pushes back, explaining Cold War containment policy and fear of communism spreading. Heated discussion of whether Vietnam was justified like World War II.
- Airco Sponsor Read [00:29:00] — Matt and Dale do Airco spot about Nest thermostats, home automation, and HVAC services.
- World War II Romanticization [00:30:12] — Dale discusses NPR theory about why Americans romanticize WWII – it was a just cause where they saved countries then went home, unlike interventions where the US installed dictators.
- What Does ‘American’ Mean? [00:32:45] — Confused discussion about whether people from Mexico, South America, and Canada are ‘Americans’ since they live in the Americas. CJ asks if Mexicans are ‘Mexican American.’
- The Border Wall [00:33:05] — Discussion of Trump starting the wall today. Bob explains eminent domain problems from last time – conservative ranchers wanted the wall until government offered them a dollar an acre for their land, then sued.
- Deadliest Drugs in America [00:36:12] — Dale quizzes cast on three deadliest drugs: tobacco, alcohol, and opioids (all legal). Marijuana causes zero overdose deaths. Discussion of his sister’s semi-annual email denying drug use.
- Texas Teacher Prosecuted for Colorado Marijuana [00:40:02] — Texas teacher facing loss of certificate for consuming edible marijuana legally in Colorado. Judge calls it ridiculous, comparing it to gambling in Vegas. Dale says anyone anti-marijuana while drinking is ‘the biggest idiot.’
- Marijuana Rant and Hypothetical Presidency [00:42:26] — Dale says if he were president, he’d strap anti-marijuana people to tables, inject mild THC, play their favorite music while someone rubs their shoulders. Matt jokes about annoying high people talking about French colonialism.
- Father-Daughter Singing Video [00:44:34] — Show prepper Ben Capone submitted viral video of dad and 4-year-old daughter Claire singing ‘You’ve Got a Friend in Me.’ Dale hates it; Daniel loves it. Matt calls Dale out for making everyone watch his daddy-daughter dance videos.
Guests
- Dennis Quaid (musician) [00:08:34] — Called Daniel directly to schedule appearance. Calling in today, live in studio Friday with his band The Sharks, performing at Continental Club
Callers
- unnamed [00:37:13] — Wanted to explain Vietnam War French colonialism connection Dale hung up on him immediately, felt guilty, asked three callers to confirm it was okay to hang up
- unnamed [00:39:47] — Called to say it was okay Dale hung up on previous caller Quick affirmation, hung up
- unnamed [00:39:51] — Second caller confirming it was okay to hang up Quick affirmation, hung up
Quotes
It’s the emperor’s new clothes. The clothes are beautiful.
Dale Dudley [00:04:24]
I’ve never been right about anything that’s political.
Matt Bearden [00:18:01]
Rush Limbaugh – that old blowhard lying fat sack of crap
Dale Dudley [00:24:20]
Look them in the eye and go, you’re the biggest idiot I’ve ever met in my life
Dale Dudley [00:41:56]
Part 2: Dennis Quaid Calls In
Dennis Quaid calls in to promote his new film ‘A Dog’s Purpose’ and his upcoming show at Continental Club with his band, The Sharks. The hosts give away Iron Maiden and Bob Weir tickets through random call-ins, with Matt Bearden controversially hanging up on caller Jacques before eventually giving him tickets. The segment includes discussions about Dr. Bob Peters retiring after 56 years, Alex Jones clips, Jim Bakker’s demon possession claims, and Sean Spicer’s bizarre gum-chewing habit.
Segments
- Show opening and Queensryche audience member contest [00:00:04] — Dale discusses the upcoming Jeff Tate/Queensryche in-studio visit and invites listeners to email to be the ‘Audience of One’ to ask questions.
- Catch Me Outside girl from Dr. Phil [00:02:02] — The hosts play and discuss the viral ‘Cash me outside, how about that’ clip from a troubled teen on Dr. Phil, with Dale expressing shock at the parenting failure.
- Dennis Quaid call announcement [00:06:59] — Dale announces Dennis Quaid will call in shortly to discuss his new movie ‘A Dog’s Purpose’ and his Friday show at Continental Club.
- Science fair judging story [00:07:41] — Dale recounts judging a fifth-grade science fair at his son’s Leander school, meeting the police chief, and dealing with nervous students.
- Dr. Bob Peters retirement [00:16:04] — Dale shares memories of blind meteorologist Dr. Bob Peters, who retired after 56 years of reading weather forecasts that Dale had to read to him first.
- Alex Jones rants and accusations [00:22:24] — The hosts play clips of Alex Jones appearing to slur words and being accused of having alcohol on his breath by a woman he was harassing.
- Jim Bakker on demon possession [00:27:55] — Jim Bakker clip claiming anti-Trump people are demon possessed, with Dale joking about wanting to attack Bakker’s survival food scam with paintballs.
- Iron Maiden ticket giveaway begins [00:33:40] — The hosts start giving away Iron Maiden tickets, with Matt controversially hanging up on caller Jacques who was going to take a girl named Becky.
- Dennis Quaid phone interview [00:41:38] — Dennis Quaid calls in to discuss ‘A Dog’s Purpose,’ describing it as ‘Old Yeller without the tragic ending’ and promoting his Continental Club show Friday at 9pm.
- Sean Spicer gum swallowing discussion [00:52:18] — Dale shares the bizarre fact that press secretary Sean Spicer chews and swallows 35 pieces of gum daily before noon, according to New York Magazine.
- Final ticket giveaways [00:55:19] — Jacques eventually gets Iron Maiden tickets to take his friend Becky, and caller Lucretia wins Bob Weir tickets despite an awkward call.
Recurring Bits
- Audience of One [00:00:16] — Dale announces listener contest to be the ‘Audience of One’ for the Queensryche in-studio visit next Tuesday
- Pop Cop [00:02:41] — Dale mentions Pop Cop has the flu and won’t be happening today
Guests
- Dennis Quaid (other) [00:41:38] — Called in to promote ‘A Dog’s Purpose’ film and his band The Sharks playing Continental Club Friday. Will be in studio Friday for longer interview and ‘The Dennis Quaid Game’
Callers
- Jacques (regular) [00:36:56] — Called for Iron Maiden tickets to take friend Becky Matt hung up on him initially, causing controversy. Dale eventually gave him the tickets after he called back. Jacques wanted to take his 25-year friend Becky to the show.
- unnamed [00:40:20] — Called for Iron Maiden tickets, mentioned having a wife and newborn daughter Call was interrupted by Dennis Quaid calling in
- Melissa [00:54:02] — Asked what she had to do for tickets Offered to sing or compliment the hosts but was too hesitant and Dale hung up on her
- Justice [00:55:20] — Offered to do extreme stunts for tickets Dale said his challenges weren’t possible and would cause injury, thanked him but didn’t give tickets
- Lucretia [00:55:48] — Called for Bob Weir tickets Won Bob Weir tickets after an awkward conversation where Dale joked about her ‘sexy voice’ and learned she was about to turn 40
Text Line
- [00:00:47] Joked that Carissa’s dad tried singing to her like the father in the viral video, but she was too busy smoking outside — read by Matt Bearden Matt read the joke on air, crediting Twitter user ‘Dos Sombreros at Stupid Tree’
Quotes
Catch me outside. How about that?
Girl from Dr. Phil clip [00:02:52]
I gave him all zeros. If you can’t snap into shape…
Dale Dudley [00:12:43]
It’s Old Yeller without the tragic ending, actually.
Dennis Quaid [00:43:57]
I sought them out to do Drunk History. It’s a great place to make an ass of yourself.
Dennis Quaid [00:45:59]