🎙️ First Hour Analysis 🎙️

Analysis of Matt & Bob 05-18-2023 Show Transcript

Food items/restaurants talked about

• BombGars gift card promotion mentioned in opening ad (00:00.588)
• Sushi – Matt mentioned eating so much sushi he thought he was high (05:40.064)
• Starbucks – Bob mentioned seeing screenwriters at Starbucks all the time (37:02.134)

“Click Click Boom” segment about

Timestamp: 11:13.343

The Click Click Boom segment was about the top 5 beach towns in the United States (actually worldwide according to travel experts). The clickbait news the hosts mentioned included:

• #5: Carmel by the Sea, California – expensive beach town with Spanish colonial roots, former mayor Clint Eastwood
• #4: Cape May, New Jersey – Victorian architecture, mom and pop shops, salt water taffy
• #3: Cannon Beach, Oregon – features Haystack Rock from The Goonies movie
• #2: Rehoboth Beach, Delaware – lively boardwalks, colorful sunsets
• #1: Provincetown, Massachusetts – at the tip of Cape Cod, 19th century houses, 3,500 residents

Funny moments or memorable quotes during this portion

• Bob talking about his gym workout: “This guy, I don’t know where he parked his tank, but there’s a military guy” (04:52.395)
• Bob on his Hall of Fame induction: “I don’t know how you could be in a Hall of Fame and not get any benefit from it whatsoever. You would think once pretty girl would… Wink at me or something.” (03:48.633)
• Matt: “I like something about it if I feel like I would like the beach more if it was tiled.” (12:31.618)
• Discussion about sand getting everywhere, with various comedic complaints about beach sand
• Chewy’s sauna suit warning: “If you’re 35 or over, please consult your doctor before doing anything.” (06:26.345)
• Bob’s story about military getting seats behind pillars at Connie Mack Stadium (36:10.662)
• The group joking about Tesla Dan being like Weinstein in their movie: “He’ll be like, these two girls have to be in the movie… They can’t talk to each other. They need separate trailers.” (25:37.825)

Bob’s Rock and Roll News segment

Bob Fonseca delivered an energetic Rock and Roll News segment covering several major stories from the music world. He opened by expressing how satisfied he felt with the week’s rock news, saying it had been “such a great week already of rock and roll news” that he felt like he “hit a walk-off touchdown.” Despite this satisfaction, he promised to give listeners even more coverage because things were “heating up in Rock and Roll land.”

The first major story covered U2’s upcoming residency at the new $2 billion Sphere venue at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas. The venue was offering refunds to hundreds of fans who purchased tickets for as much as $500 because their view would be obstructed by a “ginormous screen.” Bob expressed confusion about how a sphere-shaped venue could have so many obstructed view seats, comparing it to looking inside a basketball. The U2 UV Achtung Baby Live show is set to kick off on September 29th, and Bob shared a personal story about attending Philadelphia Phillies games as a military kid where they were seated behind concrete pillars that obstructed the view.

Bob reported that Weezer performed an acoustic concert outside Paramount Pictures in support of striking writers, joining other acts like Imagine Dragons who had done similar performances. Rivers Cuomo and band members Brian Bell and Scott Schreiner played some of their biggest hits for the strikers. Bob seemed surprised that writers were “just hanging out at the studio” rather than writing at home or Starbucks, where he claims to see screenwriters “all the time.” He acknowledged the writers’ strike was real and suggested the show should dedicate an episode in support.

Other stories included Def Leppard members Phil Collen and Joe Elliott reviving their David Bowie tribute cover band called Cybernauts, which originally included former Spiders from Mars members. Bob shared his fantasy of having a Bowie cover band called “Hunky Larry.” He also covered King’s X announcing a spring/summer tour launching in Austin on May 25th, and the revelation that King’s X frontman Doug Pinnick believes he was abducted by aliens when he was three years old. Bob’s response was simply “I believe him” and suggested everyone should believe such stories.

For the Rock and Roll News Junior segment aimed at kids, Bob discussed how The Weeknd is considering dropping his stage name and returning to his birth name, Abel Tesfaye. Bob compared this to Prince’s name change and expressed concern it might be “career suicide,” though he noted The Weeknd had changed his profile names on social media multiple times. The artist is preparing to appear in the upcoming HBO series “The Idol,” which Bob was skeptical about given HBO’s track record with music industry dramas like “Vinyl” and “Roadies” that failed to find audiences.

Bands talked about during Bob’s rock and roll news segment

• U2
• Weezer
• Imagine Dragons
• David Bowie (and tribute bands)
• Def Leppard
• Spiders from Mars
• King’s X
• The Weeknd
• Prince (referenced in comparison)

3 paragraph summary of this portion of the show – excluding Bob’s Rock and Roll news

The show opened with the hosts doing elaborate introductions for each other, with Bob giving over-the-top descriptions of Chewy as “the hardest-working man in show business” and Matt as “Austin’s best and greatest storyteller of all time.” The conversation quickly turned to Bob’s return to the gym after five months, where he participated in an intense 45-minute boxing and strength workout led by what he described as an ex-military instructor. Bob was still feeling the effects and described looking for the “DNR bell” like in Officer and a Gentleman, while also discussing his new sauna suit that warned people over 35 to consult a doctor. Matt admitted he had a terrible night’s sleep, waking up at midnight and tossing and turning, forgetting to take his NextEvo CBD which might have helped.

The Click Click Boom segment revealed the top 5 beach towns according to travel experts, with all being located on the coasts rather than in the South as the hosts had hoped. The list included Carmel by the Sea in California, Cape May in New Jersey, Cannon Beach in Oregon (featuring the rock from The Goonies), Rehoboth Beach in Delaware, and Provincetown, Massachusetts at number one. The hosts discussed their mixed feelings about beaches, with Chewy preferring pools to the Gulf of Mexico’s murky water, Matt wishing beaches were tiled instead of sandy, and Bob appreciating certain clean beaches but being disappointed by seaweed. They were surprised that no Texas or Gulf Coast beaches made the list.

Bob and Chewy revealed they’re both involved in an upcoming movie shoot in a couple weeks that requires fight scene choreography and martial arts training. Chewy had recently attended a rehearsal at a dojo to learn the choreographed fight sequences and was impressed by the experience, though he was careful not to reveal too many details about the production. Bob mentioned he’s been working with director Michael Sharon on multiple films over the years, comparing their relationship to De Niro and Scorsese. The hosts joked about potentially making their own film featuring “Chewy the Man” and getting Tesla Dan to be an executive producer, making Weinstein jokes about his potential demands. Bob also revealed his latest midlife crisis project: building a Tokyo-style vinyl whiskey bar in his home, complete with custom woodwork and sound panels, despite not drinking himself.

⏰ Second Hour Analysis ⏰

Analysis of Matt & Bob Show Transcript (Second Third) – 05-18-2023

Food items/restaurants talked about:

• 48:48 – Charcuterie mentioned
• 48:55 – Mini fridge mentioned
• 49:27 – Gardettos in a plastic cup discussed
• 49:44 – Dried mango pieces mentioned
• 1:11:09 – Malto meal with sugar, cinnamon, and butter discussed

News stories talked about during this portion:

• 51:05 – Solarumba 4000 – giant solar-powered street sweeper being tested in Austin
• 53:49 – Someone on Austin Reddit asked about 21st Street as an entertainment district (which doesn’t exist as such)
• 56:33 – Texas legislature passed a bill banning care for trans youth, headed to governor’s desk for signing
• 1:32:37 – “Nods to the Odd” segment: IT worker sued boss for sexual harassment over X marks and initials “AJG” which she thought meant “jumbo genital” and kisses; case was thrown out
• 1:35:30 – Missouri high school yearbook controversy – student-led yearbook included spread about drugs (marijuana, alcohol, vape pods, beer) and hookup culture

Interesting facts shared during this portion:

• 50:08 – Rashawn Roland Kirk mentioned as “one of the most important jazz artists of all time”
• 57:01 – Estimated 1% of Americans are transgender
• 58:00 – Dell Adolescent Care Center in Austin shuttered quietly, affecting both trans youth and non-trans children who need hormone therapy
• 58:41 – Families are calling clinics in New Mexico, Colorado, and Louisiana with wait lists over a year long

Toxic Tuesday segment:

This portion did not contain a Toxic Tuesday segment.

Phone callers this portion:

• 1:15:50 – Matt: discussed his midlife crisis – bought a kayak with parents’ life insurance money, then got an electric skateboard after divorce (age 44)
• 1:17:52 – Sam: traded practical family wagon for two-door Subaru BRZ sports car one month after second child was born, didn’t discuss with wife first
• 1:20:06 – Isaac: bought 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt after getting promotion, losing weight, going on sports shopping sprees; claimed it was justified because he sold his GTO 22 years ago for house down payment
• 1:28:13 – Caller (name not given): spent $8,000 on Tama drums but can’t play them at home due to neighbors, has to rent rehearsal space
• 1:30:08 – Robin: paid rent up front for two years on a house and sat on couch watching TV and smoking herb

Funny or memorable quotes this portion:

• 48:59 – “His shirt’s supposed to have Jordan on it. Looks like Bruce Bruce.”
• 49:06 – “My favorite is when it takes you a second to get an insult.”
• 49:36 – “You’re supposed to look cool in a midlife crisis.”
• 52:14 – “I don’t mean they shoveled Chewy El Dorado” (about street cleaning)
• 1:02:45 – “If you’re not pro-trans, then don’t be trans. That seems simple.”
• 1:03:47 – “Guess why I don’t go to Jehovah’s Witness temple on the weekend? Not Jehovah’s Witness. Doesn’t believe in that. Doesn’t go in there.”
• 1:04:14 – “If everybody voted, none of this would be happening.”
• 1:06:47 – “My kids constantly remind me they’re not my property.”
• 1:11:09 – “Malto meal and Jesus. That was it.”
• 1:18:05 – Bob about rollerblading with Johnny Walker in the early 90s on the drag
• 1:24:06 – “I dated a girl I had a boat for a while… she had the boat. He literally dated her for the boat”

Guests in the studio or special visitors:

• Tray (Trey Galyon) was mentioned as coming in later (1:17:33 – “I’m at the tray who’s coming in here later”)

Recurring jokes or gags:

• Midlife crisis theme throughout the segment – Bob wanting to build a listening room/man cave
• Bob’s various past midlife crisis purchases (Jeep Wrangler never taken off-road, sports car never raced, oversized pickup truck)
• Making up fake Austin entertainment districts (Oak Knoll party district, Sprema district at Springdale and Maynard, 969 area)
• Chewy being compared to looking like “Bruce Bruce”
• References to Bob’s rollerblading past

“This or That” segment:

No “This or That” segment appeared in this portion.

5 Paragraph Summary:

This middle portion of the Matt & Bob show began with discussion about Bob’s midlife crisis plans to create a vinyl jazz listening room in his garage, complete with a convertible and minimal snacks like Gardettos. The conversation evolved into a broader discussion about midlife crises, with the hosts debating whether getting into jazz and buying impractical items are typical symptoms. Bob invited the other hosts to his future listening space, though they were more concerned about what food would be served than the music selection.

The show transitioned into local Austin news coverage, including a story about the Solarumba 4000, a solar-powered street sweeper being tested in the city. The hosts discussed how street sweepers are ineffective in their neighborhoods due to parked cars. They also joked about creating fake Austin entertainment districts to mislead newcomers, suggesting locations like the “Oak Knoll party district” and the “Sprema district” as pranks to keep locals-only spots secret from the influx of new residents.

The tone became significantly more serious when the hosts addressed Texas legislation banning care for trans youth. Matt expressed deep concern about the bill heading to the governor’s desk, noting that it affects not only transgender children but also non-trans kids who need hormone therapy for medical conditions. He shared that the Dell Adolescent Care Center had shuttered quietly, leaving families scrambling to find care with wait lists over a year long in neighboring states. Matt discussed the potential impact on his own family, stating he might leave Texas if family members decide to move due to the legislation.

The segment returned to lighter fare with the “Question of the Day” about midlife crises. Multiple callers shared their experiences, including purchases of expensive drum kits, sports cars, kayaks, and electric skateboards. One caller admitted to trading his family wagon for a two-door Subaru BRZ without telling his wife, while another spent $8,000 on drums he can’t even play at home. The hosts compared various midlife crisis purchases, with particular focus on boats being similar to other impractical purchases in terms of maintenance and actual usage.

The show concluded with “Nods to the Odd,” featuring bizarre news stories including a sexual harassment lawsuit where an employee misinterpreted her boss’s proofreading marks (XX) as kisses and his initials (AJG) as standing for “jumbo genital.” The judge threw out the case, believing the woman had a “skewed perception of everyday events.” Matt shared a personal story about his pregnant wife being accused of sexual harassment for simply asking a coworker if he was married. The segment also covered a Missouri high school yearbook controversy where students included spreads about drug use and hookup culture without proper faculty supervision.

🕐 Third Hour Analysis 🕐

Analysis of Matt & Bob Show (05-18-2023) – Final Third

Food or restaurants talked about during this portion:

• 01:42:04 – $20 snow cones at Disney mentioned
• 01:53:55 – Platanos, fungo, beans, rice, and chicken (Puerto Rican food) discussed
• 02:05:14 – Donuts and breakfast tacos mentioned

News stories talked about during this portion:

• 01:37:01-01:38:23 – High school yearbook controversy where students included images of real issues (vaping, drinking, pregnancy) and parents complained
• 01:39:02-01:42:22 – Disney World family brawl at Magic Kingdom over photo spot, families in matching shirts fighting
• 02:01:21-02:02:03 – Austin serial killer discussion regarding victims in Lady Bird Lake (all male victims)

Interesting facts shared during this portion:

• 01:50:50 – Trey Galleon’s cholesterol is 70, which was flagged as unusually low
• 01:52:52 – Trey is half Puerto Rican (mother’s side: Lopez Sopero) and half white (father’s side: Galleon)
• 01:46:08 – Hyde Park High School recruited Trey and friends by offering to pay half tuition for sports
• 02:06:28 – Trey’s family has owned land near Knoxville for nearly 100 years (15 minutes from downtown)

Memorable moments during this portion:

• 01:43:00-01:45:46 – Revelation about why Trey was banned from the show 20 years ago: He burped on mic, called Charlie Hodge a “jackass towel boy,” and nearly got into a physical altercation; Bob broke it up
• 01:47:23-01:48:26 – Story about deaf stripper from Yellow Rose who made out with Trey at every stoplight during cab ride, then just paid and left
• 02:04:31-02:05:31 – Trey jokingly complains that Austin serial killer only targets men, gets “canceled” for saying not enough women are being murdered
• 02:15:09 – Bob’s obsession with fixing pixelated station banner with a Sharpie, coloring in mistakes for three days

Guests on the show:

• Trey Galleon (comedian) – 01:42:45-02:23:14 – Appeared via video call from Bastrop; in Austin performing at Cap City Comedy Club Red Room Friday & Saturday, May 19-20 at 8pm; also performing at Creek and Cave at 10pm tonight

Any callers this portion:

• 02:03:03 – Hosts invited women to call in to criticize Trey for his serial killer comments, but no actual callers aired

Any predictions made during this portion:

• 02:07:03 – Trey predicts he will eventually move to Knoxville, Tennessee (his father’s hometown) as his next location after New York

5 Paragraph Summary:

The final portion of the show begins with discussion of a controversial high school yearbook that depicted real teen issues like vaping, drinking, and teen pregnancy, which outraged parents who felt it was inappropriate. The hosts then share a “Nod to the Odds” segment featuring a massive family brawl at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, where two families in matching shirts fought over a photo spot near the 100th anniversary sign, with the altercation captured on video showing multiple people involved in the melee.

The main guest, comedian Trey Galleon, joins the show and addresses the incident that got him banned from the show 20 years ago. In 2005, during his first week as a middle act at Cap City Comedy Club, Trey burped on mic and called then-intern Charlie Hodge a “jackass towel boy,” which escalated into a near-physical confrontation that Bob had to break up. Trey explains he felt entitled to more respect as a middling comic and pushed back when the former host wasn’t taking his jokes well, but admits he was young and didn’t understand how the business worked.

Trey shares colorful stories from his Austin past, including his time driving a taxi for comics and dancers, particularly a memorable encounter with a deaf stripper from Yellow Rose who spontaneously made out with him at every stoplight during the ride to Riverside, then simply paid and left. He discusses his mixed Puerto Rican and white heritage, his perfect health despite a lifestyle of constant marijuana use, and his surprisingly low cholesterol of 70. The hosts marvel at how he’s maintained excellent health while living what they describe as an indulgent lifestyle in New York.

The conversation turns to Trey’s comedy career and the changing landscape of the business. He’s been in New York since 2008 (15 years) and discusses how the comedy scene has become more cliquish and business-focused, with social media followers now determining booking opportunities more than actual comedy skills. Trey admits he’s stuck at 2,300 followers and struggles with self-promotion, acknowledging that if he focused more on the business side, comedy would fully pay his bills. He expresses frustration with influencers who can pack rooms despite having less than 45 minutes of material.

The show ends with playful banter about Trey’s low follower count and his comment about Austin’s serial killer only targeting men in Lady Bird Lake, which the hosts jokingly say will get him “canceled.” They promote his upcoming shows at Cap City Comedy Club’s Red Room on Friday and Saturday nights at 8pm, and mention he still carries around ashes of deceased comedian Andy in his backpack when touring. The segment showcases the evolution of comedy business, nostalgia for old Austin, and the challenges facing mid-level comics in the social media age.