🎙️ First Hour Analysis 🎙️

Analysis of Matt & Bob Show 07-30-2024

Food items/restaurants talked about:

• HB Meat & Tender (00:05:55) – Bob discussed their hot sauce and blue corn ready-to-cook tortillas from the freezer section
• El Dorado scorpion sauce (00:06:57) – Mentioned for heat comparison
• Pastor tacos (00:07:24) – Bob made these over the weekend
• Modak noodles (00:28:08) – Mentioned in relation to modern women’s diets
• Tab Cola (00:26:00-00:28:08) – Diet cola from the 1970s discussed extensively
• Salem cigarettes (00:27:57) – Mentioned alongside Tab Cola as the “diet” of the 1970s
• Snapple (00:30:30) – Discussed as previously popular beverage
• Odwalla fruit juices (00:29:08-00:30:20) – Apple juice and other flavors discussed
• Moxie (00:17:45-00:21:40) – Vintage cola developed in 1876
• Royal Crown Cola (RC Cola) (00:24:39-00:25:28) – Discussion of flavor profile
• Dr. Pepper (00:25:00-00:25:45) – Taste discussion
• Pepsi (00:25:19)
• Coca-Cola/Coke (00:24:40)
• Chocolate Soldier (00:23:13) – Carbonated chocolate drink
• Moola Koola (00:22:40-00:23:54) – Borden’s chocolate milk drink from 1964
• Nehi (00:24:05-00:24:47) – Vintage soft drink line with grape, peach, orange, root beer flavors
• New York Seltzer (00:31:21-00:32:00) – Various flavors including vanilla cream, blueberry, raspberry
• Sweet Leaf Tea (00:16:11-00:17:35) – Austin-based tea company
• Panera charged lemonade (00:17:30) – Mentioned as discontinued
• Zima (00:32:12) – Alcoholic beverage discussed
• C4, Monster, Celsius, Prime, G Fuel, Bang (00:30:32-00:31:07) – Energy drinks mentioned

News stories talked about during this portion:

• JD Vance “cat ladies” comment (00:03:52) – Referenced for upcoming Toxic Tuesday segment
• Sweet Leaf Tea acquisition by Nestle (00:16:51) – Company history discussed
• Panera’s charged lemonade lawsuits (00:17:30) – Product discontinued due to legal issues

“Click Click Boom” segment about (00:14:04-00:32:32):

The segment focused on “Five beverages people don’t drink anymore”

Clickbait news/beverages mentioned:

• Moxie (00:17:45) – 1876 medicinal cola from Massachusetts, discontinued in mainstream distribution
• Nehi (00:24:05) – Soft drink line that was eventually overshadowed by Royal Crown Cola
• Tab Cola (00:25:55) – Coca-Cola’s first diet cola, discontinued due to saccharin concerns
• Odwalla (00:29:08) – Organic juice company discontinued in 2020 after E. coli outbreak and changing consumer preferences
• New York Seltzer (00:31:21) – 1980s flavored seltzer that declined due to high sugar content

Other options mentioned but not covered:

• Best frozen mac and cheeses (00:15:09)
• Best cookies of all time (00:15:09)

Funny moments or memorable quotes:

• “I screwed on a Hurst shifter knob” (00:09:52) – Bob’s attempt to claim gearhead status
• “You’re autistic for calls” (00:12:28) – Matt teasing Chewy about his eagerness to take calls
• Matt’s elaborate intro for Bob and Chewy (00:00:42-00:03:31) – Chewy does over-the-top introductions when Bob and Matt arrive late
• “Tab Cola and Salem cigarettes” (00:27:57) – Bob’s theory about 1970s women’s physiques
• “I put fancy plates on the…” (00:10:01) – Bob struggling to list his automotive accomplishments
• “Show it to me. Big boy. Right now.” (00:32:17) – Exchange about inappropriate workplace behavior
• “Adios, mofos” (00:52:41) – Bob’s sign-off after Rock and Roll News

Phone callers this portion:

• Cocoa Puffs (00:12:38) – Called to suggest that changing a starter is what makes someone a gearhead

Bob’s Rock and Roll News segment (00:32:32-00:52:40):

Bob Fonseca, who identifies himself as “Rock’s last great reporter,” delivered his daily rock and roll news segment with his characteristic passion and humor. He began by noting that rock music saved his life and lamenting that he’s one of the few remaining journalists still covering the genre with dedication. Bob’s delivery mixed reverence for rock history with self-deprecating humor about his age and status in the industry.

The segment covered multiple stories, beginning with the Newport Folk Festival in Rhode Island, where Jack White and Conan O’Brien performed together. Bob expressed skepticism about the pairing, suggesting Conan should “stay in his lane” rather than performing on the same historic stage where Bob Dylan once played. The duo performed “We’re Gonna Be Friends” by The White Stripes and the Eddie Cochran classic “20 Flight Rock,” which Bob enthusiastically noted has been covered by everyone from Paul McCartney to The Rolling Stones. He demonstrated his deep knowledge by reciting lyrics from memory, though his co-hosts seemed less familiar with the song.

The segment then moved to a significant rock royalty wedding announcement. Faye Harris, daughter of Iron Maiden bassist Steve Harris, married Tyrone Wood, son of Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood, in Marylebone, London. Bob noted the ironic meet-cute: they connected on a dating app in 2022, raising questions about whether there’s a special dating app for rockstar offspring. The wedding was well-timed between tours, with the Rolling Stones having just wrapped their Hackney Diamonds American tour and Iron Maiden preparing to launch their Future Past World Tour in Perth, Australia. Bob made a personal aside about his wife’s Australian friend Cheryl, sharing how he met his wife as a “tag along” on a blind date with radio personality Johnny Walker, leading to touching reminiscences about the late DJ.

Bob tackled the controversial topic of AI in music through Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason’s recent comments. Despite Pink Floyd’s progressive reputation and history of pioneering visual effects in rock concerts, Mason expressed concern about AI’s potential to create new Pink Floyd music. Bob noted the band’s long-running financial disputes between David Gilmour and Roger Waters, suggesting their resistance to AI stems from the fact that AI-generated songs wouldn’t provide royalty payments to the band members. Mason did express some openness to the technology, joking that “maybe there’s an AI situation where David and Roger could become friends again,” though Bob and his co-hosts suggested hiring a mediator (like Metallica famously did) might be more practical than waiting for artificial intelligence to solve decades-old feuds.

The segment took a turn into hip-hop territory when Bob discussed Drake being booed at a Limp Bizkit concert in Toronto. Bob found humor in the situation, questioning how anyone could distinguish actual boos from the general atmosphere at a Limp Bizkit show, comparing it to Bruce Springsteen concerts where fans shouting “Bruce” sounds like booing. Fred Durst had casually revealed Drake’s presence side-stage, prompting the negative crowd reaction. The discussion veered into Limp Bizkit’s current Loserville Tour, which features Corey Feldman as a supporting act on select dates, and mention of Lauryn Hill and The Fugees touring despite “Miseducation” being Hill’s solo project. Bob concluded with his signature sign-off promoting [email protected], encouraging listeners to send story suggestions, requests, and even Venmo appreciation, before giving a rock and roll salute to Austin FC ahead of their Tuesday night match against Monterrey at Q2 Stadium, ending with his catchphrase “Adios, mofos.”

Rock and roll shoutout/salute:

• Austin FC (00:52:00) – Bob gave them a salute before their Tuesday night game at Q2 Stadium against Monterrey

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

• Jimi Hendrix (00:33:04)
• The White Stripes (00:35:51)
• Iron Maiden (00:37:40)
• The Rolling Stones (00:37:40)
• Pink Floyd (00:41:47)
• Metallica (00:45:43)
• Limp Bizkit (00:47:02)
• The Fugees (00:50:00)
• Eddie Cochran (mentioned for “20 Flight Rock”) (00:36:58)
• Robert Gordon and Link Ray (00:37:49)

3 paragraph summary of this portion (excluding Rock and Roll news):

The show opened with chaos as Bob and Matt arrived late to the studio, leaving Chewy to handle an extended intro. Bob blamed his tardiness on forgetting to set an alarm and being woken only when his cats demanded to go outside. Chewy had already begun the show with elaborate, humorous introductions for both hosts, highlighting Matt’s 90s comedy career and Bob’s status as a “Texas Radio Hall of Fame” member and his appearance in a Glenn Powell movie. The hosts discussed Bob’s ongoing juggling act with five cars across his household, including his sons’ vehicles, with all their maintenance issues coming due simultaneously.

A significant portion of the show centered on the “Click Click Boom” segment featuring “Five beverages people don’t drink anymore.” The discussion covered forgotten sodas from different eras, including Moxie (an 1876 medicinal cola that claimed to cure “nervous exhaustion”), Nehi (which evolved into Royal Crown Cola), Tab Cola (Coca-Cola’s first diet soda killed by saccharin scares), Odwalla juices (discontinued after an E. coli outbreak and changing health trends), and New York Seltzer (a 1980s phenomenon that faded when consumers realized it contained as much sugar as soda). The conversation revealed interesting tangents about Sweet Leaf Tea’s acquisition by Nestle, Panera’s discontinued charged lemonade, and Bob’s nostalgic theory that 1970s women maintained their figures through nothing but “Tab Cola and Salem cigarettes.”

The show also featured extensive automotive shop talk, with the hosts debating what qualifies someone as a “gearhead.” Chewy admitted he’s only changed spark plugs and doesn’t know how to locate many car parts, while Bob claimed credit for installing cold air intakes and changing headlights—credentials his co-hosts dismissed as merely “bolt-on monkey” work. A caller suggested that successfully changing a starter is the true gearhead initiation. The episode concluded with Matt recommending the movie “Thelma,” starring 94-year-old June Squibb in her first leading role, describing it as a hilarious yet poignant film about aging and a grandmother seeking revenge on scammers. The hosts discussed Squibb’s extensive 98-project career as a character actor, with Bob eventually conceding he recognized her from various roles despite initially claiming otherwise.

⏰ Second Hour Analysis ⏰

Analysis of Radio Show Transcript: Matt & Bob 07-30-2024

Food items/restaurants talked about

• Dairy Queen – Matt took his daughter and friends for Blizzards at approximately 9pm (01:24:00)
• Three small Blizzards cost $18 (01:25:00)
• Manny’s place – The hosts visited and ate chorizo and barbecue chicken there (01:42:33)
• JR was the pit master who cooked the chicken (01:42:54)
• Applebee’s – Two for 20 deal mentioned (01:14:00)
• Pizza place mentioned in passing (01:33:05)

News stories talked about during this portion

• Austin rental market study (01:07:52) – Austin rated #1 best rental market in America based on affordability and job opportunities, with median rent around $1,700 (12% lower than national average)
• Marijuana decriminalization in San Marcos (01:14:08) – Ken Paxton’s lawsuit was dismissed by Judge Sherry Tibby, who ruled the state was not injured by reduced marijuana arrests
• I-35 construction closure (01:17:32) – Northbound I-35 from Breaker Lane to Palmer Lane fully closed from 11pm to 7am
• Austin FC soccer match (01:17:43) – Playing against CF Monterrey in League’s Cup
• Bette Midler interview (01:46:07) – The 78-year-old actress revealed her secret to a 40-year marriage is separate bedrooms

Predictions made during this portion

• Austin FC could “punch their ticket to the next round” if they perform well against CF Monterrey (01:18:00)

Interesting facts shared during this portion

• Austin’s rent-to-income ratio is 19% (01:09:45)
• 56% of Austin residents are renters (01:09:48)
• Austin has seen an 84% increase in residents (01:10:33)
• The prefrontal cortex (decision-making part of the brain) is not fully developed in young people; girls mature faster than boys (01:23:56)
• Bob made $7,000 in his first professional job at KABC in 1978 as a television producer (01:25:56)
• Matt made $50,000 in his last year doing stand-up, then took a $20,000 pay cut to work in radio (01:26:03)

Toxic Tuesday segment

Yes, there was a Toxic Tuesday segment starting at 01:45:31

Topics covered:

• Separate bedrooms in marriage – Bette Midler’s revelation about maintaining separate bedrooms for 40 years
• Hosts’ take: Bob believes women are generally smarter and more level-headed, so relationships work better when women call the shots. Matt’s wife would love separate rooms to watch her own TV, not hear his noises at night, and have her own space. Bob’s wife would also probably go for it. The hosts discussed it’s not about spite but about having personal space.

• JD Vance’s “cat ladies” comments – His criticism of childless women, particularly aimed at Kamala Harris
• Hosts’ take: Matt became emotional discussing this, sharing his and his wife’s struggles with miscarriages. He strongly condemned judging people without children, noting you don’t know their circumstances. He was particularly passionate about abortion laws affecting women with miscarriages, calling it “cruel” and an “abomination.” He also noted JD Vance has changed dramatically from 8 years ago when he wrote Hillbilly Elegy, calling him “weird” now. The hosts agreed it’s nobody’s business whether someone has children or not.

• Dating dynamics meme – Which relationship lasts longer: when the woman is more interested or when the man is more interested?
• Hosts’ take: Bob stated “the person with the least interest in the relationship, even if it’s just miniscule, has the power in the relationship.” He believes men have taken “hand” too far historically (referencing the 1950s when doctors called husbands instead of wives). Chuy suggested men should “date up” so women get princess treatment.

Phone callers this portion

Yes, at 01:41:48

• Manny called – Complained about not having a six-week vacation in 20 years and joked about being ready to “choke somebody.” He clarified they don’t cook “weenies” at his place, only chorizo. Matt was upset that the guys visited Manny’s without telling him when he had to miss it for an appointment with his son.

Funny or memorable quotes this portion

• “I don’t know if those old you don’t know. There is this thing where you would have sex through a bed sheet and then you had to hang it out and show the blood on it so that you could prove that you consummated your marriage” – Matt (01:32:22)
• “The most American thing you can be is stressed.” – Chuy (01:33:11)
• “I could just leave my socks there. You know what I mean? You know why I don’t pick up my socks? I’ll pick them up in the morning when I put them back on for the 17th time in a row.” – Matt (01:36:29)
• “My wife has said that it would she wouldn’t mind if we had separate houses that were nearby. She’s like, I can have my house kept exactly like I like it. Nobody messing with it.” – Matt (01:34:50)
• “I can sometimes go three days without three or four days without calling you because my brain doesn’t think about it.” – Matt about his wife (01:34:53)
• “No, he had a tiny one next to him so he could have his chimpanzee… he could have his monkey poop with him.” – Matt about Michael Jackson (01:31:45)
• “Two 15-year-olds with no idea about life can create a child, so it’s not a miracle, okay? Stop with that BS.” – Matt (01:56:57)
• “I don’t know if he had a head injury. I don’t know what happened. He’s gotten weird, flat out weird.” – Matt about JD Vance (02:03:00)
• “You’re an idiot if you believe that.” – Matt about people who want women with miscarriages to wait for medical treatment (02:00:27)
• Matt having a complete mental block on the Window Nation phone number (01:44:40): “866 window nation. It’s not window nation. It’s window nation calm… I don’t know it I’ve been saying it for two years and all of a sudden I just had a full-on Stroke brain”

Recurring jokes or gags

• Matt forgetting the Window Nation phone number during the commercial read, creating an extended comedic moment (01:44:00-01:45:30)
• References to Bob having multiple “man caves” in his house while his wife only has a small desk in the bedroom (01:54:10)
• Ongoing discussion about vacation time and Bob’s reluctance/inability to take time off
• Jokes about Matt’s cleavage for TikTok videos (01:41:20)
• The “vibes check” – repeatedly mentioning that data doesn’t match how things feel (01:08:00, 01:09:00, 01:12:00)

Summary

This portion of the show opened with commercial content about Advanced Hair services before transitioning into Austin area headlines. Matt discussed a controversial study claiming Austin is the number one rental market in America, with median rents around $1,700 per month. While the data suggested affordability, the hosts acknowledged it didn’t pass the “vibes check” for longtime residents who remember much cheaper times. They explored why Austin has become successful, citing world-class universities, a strong labor pool, and business-friendly policies, while also discussing how the city’s growth has made it feel expensive despite comparative data.

The conversation evolved into a philosophical discussion about work-life balance, stress, and the American economic system after Matt shared a story about taking his daughter for $18 worth of Dairy Queen Blizzards. This sparked reflections on their own financial journeys, with Bob noting his first professional job paid only $7,000 in 1978, and Matt recalling taking a $20,000 pay cut to enter radio. They compared American work culture to European practices, particularly Germany’s six-week vacations, discussing whether Americans prioritize GDP over quality of life. The hosts examined their own reluctance to take vacations, with Bob particularly struggling with the concept despite having worked continuously for decades.

The Toxic Tuesday segment began with a lighter topic about Bette Midler’s revelation that separate bedrooms are her secret to a 40-year marriage. The hosts discussed whether this arrangement could work for them, with Matt noting his wife would love her own space to watch TV and avoid his nighttime noises. Bob agreed that his wife would probably appreciate the arrangement too, and they discussed how this could actually keep relationships fresh. The conversation included humorous tangents about Bob’s multiple “man caves” in his house and his desire for yet another room to use as a studio, while his wife only has a small desk in the bedroom.

The segment took a serious turn when discussing JD Vance’s “cat ladies” comments about childless women. Matt became visibly emotional, sharing his and his wife’s painful struggles with multiple miscarriages that nearly destroyed their relationship. He passionately condemned both the judgment of childless people and particularly the abortion laws that force women who’ve had miscarriages to wait for medical treatment until their lives are at risk, calling it “cruel” and an “abomination.” He noted that JD Vance has become “weird” compared to eight years ago when he wrote Hillbilly Elegy, and that judging anyone for their reproductive choices is wrong because you never know their circumstances. The hosts agreed that whether someone has children is nobody’s business.

The show concluded with a lighter discussion about dating dynamics and relationship power structures, prompted by a meme comparing scenarios where either the man or woman is more interested in the relationship. Bob offered his theory that whoever has less interest holds the power, but acknowledged that historically men took this “hand” too far. He surprised his co-hosts by stating he believes relationships work better when women call the shots because they’re “generally smarter, more level-headed” and don’t have testosterone clouding their judgment. However, he clarified that ideally relationships should be partnerships where “one plus one equals three,” though he admitted this wasn’t exactly the question being asked. The discussion reflected ongoing debates about gender dynamics, attraction, and what makes relationships successful long-term.

🕐 Third Hour Analysis 🕐

Radio Show Analysis: Matt & Bob 07-30-2024 – Final Third

Food or restaurants talked about during this portion:

• Toastique – High-end toast restaurant mentioned as being in Austin (02:33:06)
• Tashay/Cache THCA – Weed shop on 6th Street (caller promotes around 02:29:27, confirmed at 02:33:06)
• Taco Bell – Mentioned as catering for Lowdown Lounge bathroom reveal event with tacos, chalupas, and gorditas (02:09:18)
• Hornitos – Providing Baja Blast Jello Shots for the bathroom reveal event (02:09:18)
• Lubies (Luby’s) – Earl jokes Joe Biden went there for the “Luan Plow” and fried fish (02:35:01)
• Swanson’s Hungry Man – Matt jokes Biden had this on Air Force One (02:34:07)

News stories talked about during this portion:

• Joe Biden’s visit to Austin – President visited for LBJ Civil Rights Act anniversary, Bryan Cranston attended and performed portions of LBJ’s address, Ruthie Foster performed. Biden arrived at 3pm at the tarmac (02:31:37-02:34:44)
• Oscar Mayer Wienermobile crash – One of the Wienermobiles crashed on Interstate 294 near Oakbrook, Illinois on Monday morning, rolled onto its side after hitting a car, no injuries reported (02:56:00)
• Academy Awards hosting situation – Both Jimmy Kimmel and John Mulaney turned down hosting the Oscars for February 2025 (02:37:07)
• Woman jailed for overfeeding dog in New Zealand – Woman sentenced to jail after her dog “Noogie” weighed 53.7 kilograms (approximately 118 pounds), was found in 2021, dog’s legs were collapsing, impossible to hear heartbeat with stethoscope (02:59:02)
• Man in China loses eye from fly bacteria – Man swatted fly against his face, developed bacterial infection that was initially misdiagnosed as seasonal conjunctivitis, eventually lost his left eye and surrounding tissue, infection began affecting his brain (03:01:20)

Interesting facts shared during this portion:

• Nostril dominance – Humans technically have two noses (two separate nasal cavities). Right nostril dominance indicates sympathetic nervous system (fight or flight) is active, left nostril dominance indicates parasympathetic (calm/relaxed). Dominance switches approximately every 20 minutes (02:44:00-02:52:00)
• Brain-nostril connection – If right brain (creative/emotional) is dominant, left nostril is dominant, and vice versa (02:47:15)
• Dominant eye in baseball – Right-handed batters who are left-eye dominant (rare combination) tend to be amazing hitters due to different angle on the ball (02:45:54)
• Flies defecate/vomit on landing – Every time a fly lands on something, it poops or vomits (03:02:20)
• Bedpan collection – Mary Jacob, 77, of Newmarket, England collected 163 unique bedpans starting in 1984, tried to auction them but received zero bids (02:53:18)

Memorable moments during this portion:

• Separate bedrooms discussion – Caller Nathan and his wife sleep in separate bedrooms in their three-bedroom house (no kids), occasionally sleep together to “keep the connection,” different mattress firmness preferences, they tuck each other in (02:16:28-02:20:45)
• Second caller about couch sleeping – Male caller in 8.5 year relationship sleeps on couch, bought second bed for bedroom but dogs and cat took it over, says his life has been better sleeping on couch (02:25:36)
• Earl’s TMI moment – Earl (celebrating “golden anniversary of his fifth birthday” = 55 years old) mentions sleeping with a 36-year-old the previous night, discusses glamping with fans and AC, makes “chunky dunkin'” joke about skinny dipping (02:35:45)
• Thermostat battle – Studio getting hotter (72 to 76 degrees), discussion about administrator-controlled thermostat (02:30:43)
• Office claiming discussion – Hosts discuss wanting to claim empty offices in building, joke about putting hazmat signs or “work in here” signs to keep others out (03:06:20)

Callers this portion:

• Nathan (02:16:28) – Married for 10 years, sleeps in separate bedroom from wife due to different sleep schedules and mattress preferences, no kids, has three-bedroom house
• Cathy (02:23:00) – Attended Matt & Bob party, husband recently started sleeping in guest room due to her snoring, mentions she probably has sleep apnea but doesn’t want to wear CPAP machine
• Unnamed male caller (02:25:36) – In 8.5 year relationship, sleeps on couch, bought second bed but pets took it over, works at Cache THCA weed shop on 6th Street
• Caller promoting weed shop (02:29:11) – Same caller, promotes “Tashay” (Cache THCA) on 6th Street, says business has been “blowing up” after three months

Facts of the Day:

• Nostril science: Humans have two separate nasal cavities (technically two noses), nostril dominance indicates nervous system state, switches every ~20 minutes
• Brain-nostril connection: Opposite brain hemisphere controls nostril dominance
• Fly behavior: Flies defecate or vomit every time they land on a surface

Kick Out the Jams segment:

The segment was not explicitly labeled as “Kick Out the Jams” in this portion of the transcript.

Summary:

The final third of the Matt & Bob show kicked off with an extended discussion about relationships and ambition in partners, with the hosts debating what qualities matter most when choosing a romantic partner. The conversation evolved from discussing career ambition to financial considerations, with Chuy questioning whether the hosts were being genuine about not caring if women earn more than them. Bob and Matt both insisted they value ambition and work ethic in partners, with Bob specifically noting his wife’s ambition was attractive to him, though they clarified it wasn’t about the money but about having a partner with drive.

The show took an entertaining turn when they began taking calls about separate sleeping arrangements. Nathan called in to share that he and his wife of 10 years sleep in separate bedrooms due to different sleep schedules and mattress preferences, occasionally spending nights together to maintain their connection. Another caller revealed he’s been sleeping on his couch for his entire 8.5-year relationship, claiming it’s improved his life, even though they bought a second bed for their bedroom that was promptly claimed by their pets. The hosts were fascinated by these arrangements, with Bob describing it as “heaven” and Matt noting his wife would love to have separate bedrooms since she’s a light sleeper.

A significant portion of the show was devoted to discussing nostril dominance and the science of breathing. Matt shared that humans technically have two noses (two separate nasal cavities) and that nostril dominance indicates which part of the nervous system is active – right nostril for fight-or-flight and left nostril for calm relaxation. They played a video from a breathwork instructor explaining that nostril dominance switches approximately every 20 minutes and discussed how this relates to brain hemisphere dominance. The hosts tested their own nostril dominance during the conversation, with Matt noting his switched during the video.

The show covered several news stories, including Joe Biden’s visit to Austin for the LBJ Civil Rights Act anniversary (which the hosts felt was overshadowed by other events), an Oscar Mayer Wienermobile crash in Illinois that rolled onto its side, and the Academy Awards’ struggle to find a host after both Jimmy Kimmel and John Mulaney declined. They also discussed a disturbing story from New Zealand about a woman jailed for overfeeding her dog to death – the dog weighed over 118 pounds, couldn’t walk, and its heartbeat couldn’t be heard with a stethoscope. Perhaps most alarming was the story of a man in China who lost his eye after swatting a fly against his face, which transmitted bacteria that developed into a severe infection requiring surgical removal of his eyeball.

The show wrapped up with Matt promoting a unique event at Lowdown Lounge on East 6th Street – a bathroom reveal party at 8pm that evening celebrating their newly renovated restrooms. The bar was serving Taco Bell (tacos, chalupas, and gorditas) and Hornitos Baja Blast Jello Shots, with the tongue-in-cheek schedule noting “first poop expected by 8:06” and a dance party at 8:10. The hosts discussed their own evening plans and continued joking about office space in the building, expressing their desire to claim an empty office using “Manifest Destiny” principles while the studio temperature continued to climb to an uncomfortable 76 degrees.