Dudley and Bob with Matt — 93.7 KLBJ-FM, Austin — Wednesday, March 8, 2017
This Show
Part 1: Falling Down_ Syndrome
Dale discusses his recent stress and near-meltdown moments, including losing his hearing devices at the radio station and getting frustrated at his bank over deposit rules. The hosts banter about cheap places to live abroad (Armenia, Bolivia, Montenegro, etc.) based on beer prices, discuss Costco membership frustrations, and briefly mention a tragic tour bus accident. The conversation meanders through Dale’s shoe shopping experience, retirement planning, and ends with Daniel awkwardly teasing a possible Branson trip.
Segments
- Show Open and Amazon Locker Experience [00:00:01] — Dale talks about returning a Scotty vest via Amazon locker despite Bob warning against it. Bob had previously lost a return package using the locker system.
- Show Prep Complaints and South by Southwest [00:03:03] — Dale complains about political news dominating show prep. He discusses South by Southwest fatigue and how the station’s involvement has decreased, including not being invited to Lewis Black’s Film Hall of Fame.
- Cirque du Soleil Beatles Show Review [00:05:45] — Dale describes seeing the Beatles Cirque du Soleil show in Vegas, praising the acrobatics and noting the Eastern European performers.
- Dale’s Meltdown – Lost Hearing Devices [00:08:34] — Dale recounts losing his hearing devices (‘devices’) at the radio station and having a near-breakdown searching for them under Jeff Ward’s desk during his show, referencing the film ‘Falling Down’.
- Bank Deposit Drama [00:13:00] — Dale explains his frustration with his bank refusing to deposit his wife’s check into their money market account despite having done so many times before, citing new rules about her not being listed on that specific account.
- Costco Membership Expired [00:16:00] — Dale’s day gets worse when his Costco membership expires while he’s trying to get gas with only one mile left in his tank. Discussion follows about whether Costco membership is worth the cost.
- Abstract Documentary and Nike Designer [00:20:06] — Dale mentions watching the Netflix documentary ‘Abstract’ about designers, particularly impressed by the Nike shoe designer who created the Jordan line.
- Shoe Shopping Frustrations [00:21:09] — Dale describes shopping at DSW for comfortable slip-on shoes, discussing performance laces, Vans, and settling on Skechers with ‘Goga Max’ technology. Matt’s wife won’t let him wear Skechers.
- Places to Live for Under $1,000 [00:25:18] — The hosts review a Thrillist article about countries where you can live cheaply, judged primarily by beer prices. They discuss Armenia, Bolivia, Montenegro, Nepal, Nicaragua, Fiji, Grenada, and Zimbabwe, making jokes about each location.
- Butch Cassidy and Bolivia [00:28:37] — Bob and Matt debate whether Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid actually died in Bolivia or might still be alive, joking about them hiding with Elvis and Andy Kaufman.
- Tour Bus Accident [00:36:23] — Dale mentions the serious story of an Austin tour bus full of elderly people headed to Branson that got stuck on high railroad tracks in Biloxi, Mississippi and was hit by a train, killing four and injuring 35.
- Branson Trip Tease [00:37:56] — Daniel awkwardly mentions that Whitney told him there might be a possibility of the show doing a Branson trip, but he has no details and regrets bringing it up.
Quotes
I get why people snap and go ballistic and shoot people. I get it.
Dale Dudley [00:17:52]
I need to get down under there, bro.
Dale Dudley [00:12:03]
Listen, you’ve got to make sure it’s got Goga Max in there.
Dale Dudley [00:24:48]
I’m planning when they fire me, to make my whole family move to Azerbaijan.
Matt Bearden [00:27:03]
Part 2: We Feed The Trolls
The hosts spend significant time addressing listener boundary violations, with Dale and Carissa expressing frustration about people contacting them or their families outside of show hours. The segment includes discussions about summer camps, historical arrest stories, a 10-year-old driving in Louisiana, and an extended Animal Cavalcade featuring a military dog being put down. The show has a scattered, unfocused feel with multiple tangents and technical difficulties.
Segments
- Opening and Screen Privacy Concerns [00:00:09] — Dale complains about the in-studio screens being visible to others while he tries to write something personal, leading to discussion about privacy.
- Stevie Nicks Ticket Giveaway [00:00:46] — Dale does a Stevie Nicks ticket giveaway with keyword ‘Tango’.
- Louisiana Mom Lets 10-Year-Old Drive [00:02:04] — Discussion of a Louisiana woman arrested for letting her 10-year-old son drive a car, with hosts defending her based on the kid’s motocross experience and old-fashioned parenting practices.
- Summer Camp Booking Problems [00:09:00] — Dale shares frustration about coordinating summer camps for his son, including a camp trade arrangement that fell through when one camp sold out.
- Rant About Listener Boundaries [00:11:41] — Dale and Carissa deliver passionate statements about listeners crossing boundaries in their personal lives, involving families, and law enforcement getting involved in harassment situations.
- Caller Discussion on Social Media and Boundaries [00:23:47] — Multiple callers weigh in on the boundary discussion, with one blaming social media for making people think they’re part of the hosts’ lives.
- Bitty Calls In [00:32:09] — Dale discusses dating Livia from the old Austin public access show ‘Ask Livia Live’, including a story where she punched him in the face on a date.
- Animal Cavalcade [00:39:15] — Extended Animal Cavalcade featuring spider crabs attacking an octopus, baby sloths, fleas hitchhiking on earwigs, a blind dog rescued in the mountains, and an emotional story about a military dog being euthanized.
- Visual Search Engine Demo Fails [00:53:57] — The hosts attempt to demonstrate a new visual search website from Descartes Labs but cannot figure out how to use it, leading to frustration and jokes.
- Netflix Choosing Your Own Endings [00:58:31] — Brief discussion about Netflix planning to offer multiple ending options for shows, with Matt questioning the need to challenge an artist’s vision.
Recurring Bits
- Animal Cavalcade [00:39:15] — Extended segment featuring multiple animal stories including crabs vs octopus, baby sloth, blind dog rescue, and emotional military dog euthanasia story
Callers
- unnamed [00:23:49] — Social media and listener boundaries Supported the hosts’ position, blaming social media for people thinking they’re part of the hosts’ personal lives. Dale made a dildo delivery joke before hanging up.
- unnamed [00:25:45] — Supporting the show Called to say he’s been listening for 4.5 years and appreciates the show, though his wife hates it. Hosts tried to engage about what would make his wife like the show.
- unnamed [00:27:55] — Cable Guy Syndrome Described listener behavior as ‘Cable Guy syndrome’ where people don’t understand social boundaries and think they’re friends with the hosts.
- Bitty (regular) [00:31:24] — Austin public access TV memories Former Austin public access TV host who had similar boundary issues. Prompted Dale to tell the Livia Live dating story.
- unnamed [00:35:26] — Ask Livia Live memories Called to share memories of watching Ask Livia Live in his dorm in the early 90s, including a prank where his dormmates made up stories about a girl named Fia.
Quotes
I’m going to kill someone with a gun, I’ve decided, a listener, before I’m done.
Dale Dudley [00:11:46]
Leave our families alone. I will hunt you down and prosecute you within the fullest extent of the law.
Dale Dudley [00:12:18]
You’re not funny, and you’re a pussy if you involve yourself in any one of the show’s personal life.
Dale Dudley [00:13:51]
We don’t care what your opinion is. We don’t care if you’re offended.
Dale Dudley [00:14:52]
Part 3: A Heavy Heart & Manual Lubrication
The final part of the March 8, 2017 show opens with discussion of the sold-out live podcast and an unnamed special guest that Matt booked. The conversation shifts to Carissa’s emotional state – it’s the one-year anniversary of her breakup, and she’s ‘heavy-hearted,’ leading to an extended argument about whether she still has feelings for her ex. Dale shares an embarrassing hotel story involving lotion, which spawns multiple callers. The segment includes sponsor reads, ticket giveaways, and brief political discussion about the new healthcare plan. The mood swings from tense personal revelations to crude comedy to serious health concerns from callers.
Segments
- Live Podcast Guest Debate [00:00:04] — Dale questions Matt about the mystery guest booked for their April 19 live podcast at Cap City Comedy Club, wanting to know how the format will work. Matt defends the booking decision while Dale expresses concern about whether listeners will know who the guest is.
- Carissa’s Heavy Heart [00:06:43] — Carissa reveals it’s been a year since her breakup and she’s feeling ‘heavy-hearted,’ suggesting her ex should get her ticket to the podcast instead. This triggers a lengthy discussion about whether she still has feelings for him, with Dale pointing out how her boyfriend might feel hearing this on-air.
- Adele Triggers Emotions [00:11:55] — Matt asks about an Adele song, which leads to playing ‘Someone Like You.’ Carissa becomes emotional. Dale plays additional breakup songs including Don Henley and James Blunt’s ‘Goodbye My Lover,’ intensifying the awkwardness.
- Dr. Shaw Vasectomy Spot [00:17:56] — Sponsor read for Dr. Shaw and the Urology Institute, dedicated to their sperm while ‘Goodbye My Lover’ plays in the background.
- Dale’s Hotel Lotion Story [00:23:05] — Dale shares an embarrassing Vegas story about using hotel lotion for manual pleasure and accidentally getting ‘bitter lotion mouth’ (HTM – hand to mouth). The story generates multiple caller responses from men who’ve experienced the same thing.
- Wade’s Cancer Scare Call [00:32:33] — Caller Wade, a teacher using a fake name, calls to thank the show but reveals he’s going to a cancer center for tests. The call provides brief emotional relief from the lotion discussion before Dale returns to the topic.
- Factory Mattress Promo [00:37:00] — Sponsor read for Factory Mattress and their rollback event with Tempur-Pedic savings.
- More Lotion Callers [00:42:34] — Multiple callers including Timmy confirm they’ve experienced the bitter lotion mouth phenomenon. Bob expresses confusion about the whole hand-to-mouth process.
- Nile-Maxwell Ram Truck Month [00:49:00] — Matt reads spot for Nile-Maxwell Supercenter’s Ram truck month with Ram box cargo system promotion.
- Dale’s Porsche Stories [00:50:23] — Dale discusses strange public reactions to his Porsche, including teenage boys getting pulled over trying to race him and a stranger at a convenience store asking what he paid for the car.
- Jason Chaffetz Healthcare Clip [00:55:19] — Dale plays audio of Rep. Jason Chaffetz suggesting Americans should invest in healthcare instead of buying new iPhones, criticizing Republican hypocrisy on healthcare vs. Russia hearings.
Callers
- Wade [00:32:33] — Called to thank the show but revealed he’s going to the cancer center for tests related to stomach/rectal issues. Says he grew up in Carissa’s hometown and knows she’s a good person. Brief emotional moment before the conversation returned to lotion talk. Wade mentioned he’d be ordering Carissa’s jewelry.
- Timmy [00:46:34] — Called to confirm he’s also experienced bitter lotion mouth during hotel room manual pleasure Brief confirmation call that validates Dale’s story before caller had to clock in for work
- Jake [00:48:36] — Another caller about bitter lotion mouth who had to clock in Hung up quickly, adding to the count of callers with the same experience
Text Line
- [00:33:42] Someone texted suggesting they reinstate a ‘fine for Carissa’ regarding her use of the word ‘like’ — read by Unknown/Dale Brief discussion, texter wished Dale would get diarrhea, Dale responded he already has it from heavy drinking
Music
- Adele — Someone Like You – played after Carissa said she wishes nothing but the best for her ex, triggering emotional response
- Don Henley — The Heart of the Matter – Dale played to continue breakup song theme
- James Blunt — Goodbye My Lover – played and discussed as a sad breakup song, used for Dr. Shaw vasectomy spot
- John Legend — All of Me – Dale says he and his wife fell back in love with this song
Quotes
If I got on air and said I was heavy hearted over my ex-girlfriend, there’d be a heavy object to hit my head
Dale Dudley [00:08:29]
I had to do bitter lube mouth in Vegas
Dale Dudley [00:24:49]
Maybe rather than getting that new iPhone, maybe they should invest in their own health care
Jason Chaffetz (clip) [00:56:22]
All we’ve ever tried to do is entertain and get laid and get free stuff. That’s it.
Dale Dudley [00:57:40]