Dudley and Bob with Matt — 93.7 KLBJ-FM, Austin — Friday, August 4, 2017
This Show
Part 1: I’m Not Crying, You’re Crying
Dale Dudley comes to work emotionally raw on the day his mother’s dog, Dinky, is being euthanized. He discusses the decision with Bob and Matt, recounts the dog’s life story — including giving him away to Guatemalan housekeepers and rescuing him months later — and praises his wife Amanda’s strength in handling the situation. He opens the phones to listeners who share their own pet loss stories, and the show shifts to lighter topics including a grand jury discussion about the Mueller investigation and vintage TV interruption footage.
Segments
- Show Open – Dale’s Emotional State [00:00:30] — Bob does a standard intro while Dale comes in emotionally compromised, warning his ‘face is going to leak’ this morning and planning to leave early around 8:30.
- Saying Goodbye to Dinky [00:02:12] — Dale describes the previous night saying goodbye to Dinky, his mother’s dog being euthanized this morning, and how his family fell apart. He praises his wife Amanda’s handling of the situation.
- Appreciating Your Spouse [00:06:20] — Dale turns the emotional moment into advice for listeners about recognizing and praising their partners, noting how his wife’s strength astounds him during this difficult time.
- Listener Calls About Pet Loss [00:10:25] — Calls from Seth, Guy (whose dad and dog died in a car accident), and Cameron all share their own pet loss experiences and offer support to Dale.
- The Final Night With Dinky [00:16:00] — Dale recounts holding Dinky the previous night, rubbing his ears, and seeing the dog look at him as if to say ‘I’m tired’ — the moment he knew it was time.
- Dinky’s Life Story [00:20:00] — Dale tells how he gave Dinky to Guatemalan housekeepers, then rescued him eight months later when the dog was dying from parasites. Bob forgives Dinky on-air for biting him on the butt.
- Mueller Grand Jury Discussion [00:34:00] — The show shifts topics to news that Robert Mueller has formed a grand jury in the Russia investigation. Dale and Matt explain how grand juries work and discuss Trump’s finances.
- Vintage TV Interruptions [00:45:00] — The crew watches old footage of TV shows being interrupted for special news bulletins, reminiscing about when breaking news actually meant something significant.
Callers
- Seth [00:10:44] — His own dog being euthanized the previous day; offering support to Dale Prompts Dale to redirect the conversation toward appreciating strong women in their lives
- Guy [00:22:40] — Claims his dad and dog died in a car accident over the weekend; tells Dale to quit crying Unclear if the call was real; Matt makes an inappropriate joke about who was driving; caller hangs up abruptly
- Cameron [00:23:49] — Says Dale made him both tear up and laugh within two minutes while hungover Brief supportive call; mentions his own dog pushing nine years old
- unnamed (Gilmer, Texas) [00:27:28] — Offering support about Dinky; from Dale’s East Texas hometown area Dale asks if he knows the Michelle Shocked song that mentions Gilmer; caller uses profanity and gets hung up on
Text Line
- [00:29:02] Listener Marty was initially angry about how the hosts dismiss callers but changed his one-star review to four stars after Matt engaged with him respectfully — read by Matt Bearden Matt shares this as an example of constructive engagement with critics; explains they are not AM talk radio with long debates
Quotes
I will remember you all of my days
Dale Dudley [00:16:00]
We get this twice more. We got to do this two more times.
Dale Dudley [00:18:10]
Part 2: Trilogy of Terror
The segment contains extended, personal embarrassment stories from both Matt and Dale. Matt recounts answering his door with his pants down when his daughter’s elementary school teachers arrived for a home visit. Dale tells the story of his pool builder Robert catching him masturbating through his living room window. Bob also shares a story about two adult entertainers showing up at his house while trying to reconcile with Jennifer. The hosts give away more tickets to the anniversary gala and promote the VIP ticket release.
Segments
- Anniversary Gala Promo [00:00:01] — Dale promotes remaining upper balcony tickets for the Dudley and Bob 25th anniversary gala, listing the musicians and comedians performing including Bob Schneider, Charlie Sexton, and Mike McRae.
- Pop Cop Friday Edition [00:01:14] — Matt does Pop Cop segment with jokes about Tom Wopat arrest, Casey Affleck divorce, Obama’s birthday with birther jokes, and Trump’s vacation. The Robo Pop Cop character also appears to interrupt.
- Audience of One – Crystal from UAE [00:06:30] — Dale welcomes longtime listener Crystal who lives in the United Arab Emirates. She discusses life there, freedom of speech restrictions, dress codes, and how she streams the show from overseas.
- Car Sponsorship Discussion [00:11:59] — Dale announces he’ll be driving an Infinity Q80 this weekend, jokes about Bob having to pick from used cars at a Maxwell super center.
- Matt’s Teacher Home Visit Story [00:13:03] — Matt tells the story of his daughter’s elementary school teachers showing up for a home visit while he was using the bathroom with his pants down, thinking they were a package delivery. He describes the excruciating embarrassment of the encounter.
- Dale’s Pool Builder Story [00:32:00] — Dale recounts the ‘Oh Dear Jesus Robert’ story about his pool builder Robert Gravitt catching him masturbating in his living room with floor-to-ceiling windows and no blinds. Robert revealed he couldn’t see in until Dale started yelling his name.
- Bob’s Stripper Visit Story [00:38:15] — Bob shares a story from his Cary Drive house about two adult entertainers from the Pleasure Dome showing up unannounced for one’s birthday while he was cooking dinner for Jennifer, whom he was trying to win back. He gave them a house tour to defuse the situation.
- Richard Godwin Alexa Update [00:43:14] — Richard Godwin calls in to discuss updates to the Daniel’s Brain Alexa skill, including ability to play the Sideshow, get Daniel’s catchphrases, and request sounders from the show.
- Dale’s Near-Accident Story [00:44:43] — Dale describes almost rear-ending an SUV on old 183 when he glanced at his phone, having to swerve into oncoming traffic’s turn lane to avoid a crash. He emphasizes the danger of phone use while driving.
- Gala Ticket Giveaway – Lucretia [00:46:10] — Dale gives tickets to caller Lucretia who has been a fan for 20 years but struggles to articulate memories of the show.
- Richard Good Godwin Caller Confusion [00:51:07] — A caller named Michael phones in to correct Richard’s last name pronunciation as ‘Godwin’ but the conversation becomes confusing as Michael doesn’t realize he’s been hung up on and keeps explaining even after getting tickets.
- Gala Ticket Giveaway – Tony [00:53:00] — Dale gives his personally purchased tickets to Tony, who reveals he was a neighbor at Dale’s divorce apartment complex off Palm Springs and would walk the property with Dale during difficult times.
- VIP Ticket Announcement [00:57:02] — Bob announces that 12 VIP tickets for the anniversary gala will be released at 9 a.m. today at Austin theater org.
Recurring Bits
- Pop Cop [00:01:14] — Friday edition with Robo Pop Cop sidekick character interrupting throughout. Matt delivers jokes about pop culture news including Tom Wopat arrest, Casey Affleck divorce, Obama birthday, and Trump vacation.
- Audience of One [00:06:30] — Crystal from UAE sits in studio, longtime warrior who listens to every show from the United Arab Emirates via VPN to bypass international streaming blocks.
Guests
- Richard Godwin (expert) [00:43:14] — Developer of the Daniel’s Brain Alexa skill, called in to announce new features including Sideshow playback, Daniel catchphrases, and sound effects
Callers
- Lucretia [00:46:10] — Called for anniversary gala tickets, said she’s been a fan for 20 years Won tickets but struggled to articulate specific memories when asked, leading to awkward moment before Dale gave her tickets anyway
- Michael (regular) [00:51:26] — Called to correct Richard Godwin’s last name pronunciation Created hilarious confusion by not realizing he’d been disconnected, continued explaining the joke multiple times. Became instant running joke with hosts requesting Daniel add ‘did you hang up on me’ to sound effects. The hosts note Michael is a regular caller who attends events.
- Tony [00:53:00] — Called for tickets, revealed he was Dale’s neighbor at his divorce apartment complex Won Dale’s personally purchased tickets. Emotional moment as Tony recalled walking the property with Dale during difficult times. Also revealed he’s still a neighbor and joked about being one of the people Dale’s wife complains about.
- Jeremy [00:57:29] — Called hoping for tickets No tickets available but brief pleasant exchange. Dale mentioned needing to get his cousin Jeremy tickets.
Quotes
That’s the one with the father who touches himself all day long
Matt Bearden [00:27:00]
I go we’re just doing some remodeling (complete non sequitur while half-naked)
Matt Bearden [00:29:00]
He couldn’t see in your house until you started yelling my name
Dale Dudley [00:37:27]
I got nothing (to Jennifer after strippers showed up)
Bob Fonseca [00:42:42]
Did you hang up on me? Turn the radio on
Caller Michael [00:52:49]
Part 3: A Bold Accusation
Dale opens the show deeply affected by Trump news and his dog Dinky being euthanized that morning. He discusses Trump’s leaked phone calls, Cambridge Analytica, and golf hypocrisy before leaving mid-show to be with his wife. Bob, Matt, Carissa, and Daniel continue without show prep, riffing on Carissa officiating her sister’s small wedding Monday, fecal matter in fast-food ice, and Dale’s bathroom habits. The show ends with emotional well-wishes for Dale and his family.
Segments
- Show prep is weak [00:00:03] — Dale laments weak show prep and discusses whether to dive into Trump news again after doing it extensively on his AM show.
- Flynn and Cambridge Analytica [00:00:57] — Dale reads AP story about Michael Flynn’s ties to Cambridge Analytica and discusses the Mercers’ role in election manipulation through data mining.
- Matt challenges Dale’s claims [00:04:46] — Matt questions how to prosecute Trump on complex allegations when simple things aren’t sticking. Dale suggests violence against the Mercers before walking it back.
- Trump leaked phone calls [00:06:41] — Discussion of leaked transcripts showing Trump begging Mexican president to stop saying he won’t pay for wall, and Trump’s harsh call with Australian PM.
- Trump golf hypocrisy [00:07:47] — Dale notes that by end of August, Trump will have spent three times as many days at leisure as Obama despite campaign promises.
- Sarah Huckabee Sanders clip [00:12:04] — Dale plays clip of reporter asking Sanders if Trump lied about phone calls; Sanders refuses to call it a lie, calling that ‘a bold accusation.’
- The Mooch call [00:16:22] — Dale attempts to play audio of Scaramucci’s profane call to New Yorker reporter but has technical difficulties finding the right file.
- Dr. Shaw vasectomy ad [00:18:41] — Sponsor read for Dr. Shaw’s vasectomy services, framed around football season approaching.
- 73-year-old sugar daddy cards [00:21:01] — News story about elderly man on beach handing out ‘sugar daddy seeking sugar baby’ business cards to women including a 16-year-old.
- Mayor Adler calls [00:23:13] — Brief call from someone claiming to be Mayor Adler about a levy repair account on Monday.
- Dale’s dog Dinky [00:23:51] — Dale reveals his wife is at the vet putting down his late mother’s dog Dinky right now. Emotional moment as he tracks her location on his phone.
- Fast Food Fecal Matter [00:24:09] — BBC Watchdog found traces of fecal bacteria in ice at McDonald’s, KFC, and Burger King in UK. Discussion of how it got there (unwashed hands).
- Dale’s bathroom habits [00:25:39] — Dale admits he doesn’t wash his hands after urinating, describes faking handwashing when others are present, and tells story of boss seeing him naked.
- Dale leaving early [00:28:32] — Dale announces he’s heading home to wait for his wife, may not do his PM show. Gets emotional discussing Dinky and his mother.
- Dislocated shoulder video [00:30:05] — Hosts attempt to watch video of mountain bikers trying to relocate friend’s shoulder. Matt walks out because he has chronic shoulder dislocations.
- Caller Rich about The Keepers [00:32:38] — Caller asks about Netflix series The Keepers, mentions his brother is entering seminary to become Catholic priest.
- Dale’s final goodbye [00:37:51] — Dale emotionally thanks listeners for letting him share personal things, mentions seeing white fluffy clouds as a sign from his mom, and leaves for the day.
- Hosts make Sarah McLachlan jokes [00:40:03] — After Dale leaves, hosts riff on sad animal commercials and create parody sponsor reads in emotional ASPCA style.
- Carissa’s sister’s wedding [00:44:54] — Carissa reveals she’s officiating her sister’s small wedding Monday, admits she hasn’t prepared at all. Only parents, her boyfriend, and couple attending.
- Immigration marriage questions [00:46:41] — Bob jokingly suggests Carissa’s sister’s Australian fiancé is marrying for green card. Carissa explains he needs to marry to get work permit while she’s in school.
- Caller suggests River of Dreams [00:51:05] — Caller Brandon suggests Billy Joel’s ‘River of Dreams’ as wedding song, gets hosts to say ‘this one time at band camp.’
- Carissa’s pageant past [00:52:38] — Carissa reveals she and her sister both competed in beauty pageants; she won ‘Miss Personality.’
- Caller Brandon’s bad joke [00:54:50] — Brandon calls back on new phone to get Matt to rate his ‘wag your bag’ joke about overweight cashier. Gets crickets from hosts.
- Round Rock history [00:56:55] — Caller explains Round Rock is named after a round rock that marked the Chisholm Trail cattle crossing.
- Gala VIP tickets announcement [00:57:52] — Bob announces VIP tickets for the gala go on sale at 10am, includes after-party access and best seats.
- Sign-off [00:58:48] — Bob signs off, mentions Dale may or may not do his PM show, wishes Dale and family well regarding Dinky.
Callers
- unnamed [00:23:13] — Called about levy repair account, possibly Mayor Adler Brief exchange, Dale says he’ll hold off until Monday meeting
- Rich (Shoal Creek) [00:32:38] — Asked about Netflix series The Keepers, mentioned brother entering seminary Led to brief discussion of Bill Moyers quote about seminary vs. life
- Brandon (regular) [00:51:05] — Suggested ‘River of Dreams’ as wedding song for Carissa Got hosts to say ‘this one time at band camp’ for him
- Brandon (regular) [00:54:50] — Called back on new Samsung phone to get Matt to rate his ‘wag your bag’ joke Joke bombed, got crickets and sound effects from hosts, but friendly exchange
- unnamed (Round Rock area) [00:56:55] — Explained etymology of Round Rock (Chisholm Trail marker) Daniel was mildly annoyed but acknowledged the information
Quotes
People using billions to steal elections are seditious and should be taken out
Dale Dudley [00:05:10]
If I snap, I’ll go after televangelists or politicians, not innocent people
Dale Dudley [00:05:49]
I wouldn’t say it was a lie. That’s a bold accusation
Sarah Huckabee Sanders (clip) [00:12:42]
If you’re special it’s not a lie, it’s a mis-exaggerated hyperbole
Dale Dudley [00:15:48]
Seminary is where I learned answers, life is where I learned to question them
Dale Dudley [00:33:23]
I saw white fluffy clouds and remembered mom’s letter. That’s my sign
Dale Dudley [00:38:47]