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Analysis of Matt & Bob Show 08-29-2024 Transcript (First Third)

Is it a Hot Dog Friday Show?

No, this is a Thursday show. However, they mention multiple times that Hot Dog Friday is tomorrow (timestamp 12:08) and discuss preparations for it, including that Sawyer Stahl will be joining them (12:52).

Food items/restaurants talked about:

• Franklin burger opening at the airport – soft press opening for media on Thursday, public opening on Friday (03:59-04:20)
• Cabo Bob (22:32)
• Japanese whiskey collection (28:54)
• Drive-through alcohol places that make piña coladas (29:32)
• Hamburger meat and hot dogs for Labor Day (11:46)
• Kraft Body Scan (mentioned as sponsor at 12:52)
• Belgian beers (27:05)
• Wine/Saint-Émilion from France (26:32)
• Bomb Guards (commercial at opening)
• Food-related Click Click Boom topics include: “five best frozen mac and cheese” and “tantalizing facts about food” (13:28)

News stories talked about during this portion:

• Franklin Barbecue burger stand opening at airport (03:59)
• Support animals on planes – discussion about ESA registration and legitimacy (06:06-07:45)
• Medical emergency: Rising hemorrhoid cases, especially in younger people, attributed to prolonged toilet sitting while using phones (51:25-end of transcript)

“Click Click Boom” segment:

The segment starts at 12:55. Matt explains his filing system for clickbait stories including:

• 20 most American movies of all time (with “The Searchers” as one example) (13:13)
• Five best frozen mac and cheese (13:28)
• Tantalizing facts about food (13:28)
• Seven habits that prevent depression (13:37)
• Things you should never store in your car (13:40)
• Oldest languages in the world (13:42)
• Best sports bars in Austin (scheduled for tomorrow’s football kickoff) (13:47)

The actual Click Click Boom story discussed: “People are sharing the weirdest things we accept as normal” (15:00) – discussing things future generations will find bizarre about current society, like:

• Smoking in movie theaters and airplanes (16:21)
• Men always wearing hats (16:48)
• Police response to domestic violence 60 years ago (17:25)
• Pillows in caskets (17:57)
• IRS tax filing system (19:02)
• Work-life balance and working until old age (22:44)
• Alcohol vs. marijuana social acceptance (26:10)

Funny moments or memorable quotes:

• “I almost believe it” – Bob responding to Chewy’s introduction (02:47)
• “Look at that, right on cue, like a stage show” – about Matt’s perfectly timed entrance (03:22)
• Matt arriving just as Bob finishes introducing him (03:38)
• “I brought Dylan” / “Oh, well, yeah, he’s an animal for sure, but…” – discussing bringing pets to work (05:09)
• The entire support animal registration debate (06:06-08:28)
• “Can I put a human on a in a collar and say this is my emotional support human?” – Chewy (08:38)
• Matt being nervous about having his dog Radar in studio vs. the irony of support animals being for support (05:28-06:01)
• The silence after Matt’s sports bars announcement where both Bob and Chewy weren’t listening (14:03)
• “Don’t make me eat your child” – Chewy (33:11)
• Bob’s confession about setting up a trading account for his minor son and the ensuing debate about whether it’s fraud (31:51-33:05)
• “You’re just jealous. He’s got a bigger net worth.” (33:02)
• “There’s a bathroom on the right” – mishearing Creedence Clearwater Revival lyrics (39:54)
• Dr. Schwartzbaum and Dr. Darkhole – hemorrhoid doctor names (56:23-56:30)
• Entire pun sequence about hemorrhoids: “cheeky,” “Wipe that smile off your face,” “You’re just a bum,” “making a splash,” “nature’s bidet,” etc. (57:41-57:58)

Bob’s Rock and Roll News segment:

Bob presents himself as “Rock’s last great reporter” (33:43), stepping in now that other rock journalists have retired or moved on. He mentions Kurt Loder and Jody (who “went jazz”) as predecessors.

Deep Purple Farewell Tour Deception: Ian Gillan of Deep Purple confessed to Eddie Trunk that their 2017 “Long Goodbye” tour was never intended to be a farewell. According to Gillan, promoters insisted on calling it a farewell tour to sell more tickets, saying “it’s a good old standby, the farewell tour.” The band has concerts booked through 2026 and never intended to retire. Bob expresses disappointment at this deception, comparing Deep Purple to Yes in terms of their touring status. The band has been performing since 1968, and their album “Machine Head” is one of Bob’s favorites (34:17-37:01).

Sammy Hagar’s Cincinnati Show Saved: Kenny Arnoff stepped in to save Sammy Hagar’s Cincinnati concert when Jason Bonham had to fly back across the pond for an unspecified family issue. Arnoff is described as a legendary session player who has worked with John Mellencamp, John Fogerty, and numerous other major acts. Bob had previously met Arnoff backstage at a Fogerty concert and received insider information about touring that he’s saving for his book. Hagar’s current tour features Michael Anthony on bass and includes Van Halen material, with Hagar’s philosophy being “why can’t I play Van Halen songs on my tour?” since he was part of the band for over a decade (38:00-40:16).

Modest Mouse Equipment Sale: Modest Mouse is opening a Reverb online shop to sell over 500 pieces of music instruments, equipment, and memorabilia from their 30-year career. Frontman Brock has decided to sell off duplicate instruments and gear he rarely uses. Bob explains that Brock would buy anything that looked interesting at music stores, comparing it to his own gear acquisition disorder. Bob relates to the creative need to have new tools and gadgets to avoid making repetitive music. The sale represents Brock’s collection accumulated over three decades (40:40-43:40).

Oasis Reunion and New Music: Noel Gallagher has been seen in the studio, with rumors circulating that Oasis will record new material. Bob questions the advisability of touring with someone you hate (the Gallagher brothers’ famous feud) and suggests they might separate them on stage with plexiglass barriers. He argues it’s “inadvisable” to undertake a massive world tour without new music to promote and sell. The discussion reveals that while Oasis had major hits like “Champagne Supernova” and “Wonderwall,” Bob questions whether they were ever “really that great,” though acknowledges they remain hugely popular in England where they’re played in pubs and at football matches daily (43:43-45:35).

Bob Dylan Turned Beatles onto Marijuana Anniversary: Bob notes that today (August 29th) is the anniversary of Bob Dylan introducing the Beatles to marijuana. Chewy jokes this is “the moment music started being good” and when “the Beatles started making good music.” Bob observes this was when the Beatles got trippy and Dylan went electric, calling it establishment leadership moment (45:48-46:07).

The segment concludes with a Rock and Roll salute to Rachel for her 30th birthday, from Pepe Diaz, a long-time listener who loves Bob’s rock news especially “how you put your own twist on it, ignore Matt and challenge Chewy” (48:55-50:10).

Rock and Roll shoutout/salute:

Yes – Bob gave a birthday shoutout to Rachel (turning 30) at the request of Pepe Diaz, a longtime listener (48:55-50:10)

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

• Deep Purple
• Oasis
• Modest Mouse
• Dead Mau5 (mentioned in confusion with Modest Mouse)
• General Public
• Public Image Limited
• The Smiths (Johnny Marr mentioned)
• Neil Young
• Yes
• The Beatles
• Bob Dylan
• The Ramones
• Roxy Music (Brian Ferry)
• Van Halen
• Machine Gun Kelly (MGK)
• Gene Simmons/KISS (implied)
• Taylor Swift
• BTS/K-pop (discussed re: what kids listen to)

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

The show opens with the hosts doing their traditional introductions with Chewy and Bob building up to Matt Bearden’s entrance, which he times perfectly as Bob finishes the introduction. They immediately dive into discussing the Franklin Barbecue burger stand opening at the airport, with a press event that day and public opening the next day. The conversation shifts to Matt’s experience bringing his dog Radar to the studio the previous day, leading to an extended debate about emotional support animals. They discover there’s no official registry for ESAs in the United States, just letters from licensed mental health professionals, and discuss the legitimacy of various support animals on planes. Bob admits he didn’t feel supported having an animal at work, contradicting the entire purpose of support animals, while Matt confesses to being a nervous wreck worried his dog would have an accident.

The show moves into Matt’s “Click Click Boom” segment where he presents clickbait-style topics, though Bob and Chewy completely miss his introduction to the best sports bars in Austin for tomorrow’s football kickoff show. They discuss “weirdest things we accept as normal” – things future generations will find bizarre about current society. Topics include smoking indoors on planes and in theaters, men always wearing hats 200 years ago, domestic violence police responses from 60 years ago, pillows in caskets, and the bizarre IRS tax filing system where citizens guess what they owe instead of receiving a bill. The conversation becomes heated when discussing work-life balance, retirement age, American individualism versus collective thinking, and the cultural acceptance of alcohol versus marijuana, with Bob defending wine connoisseurship while criticizing cannabis culture.

The final major segment covers a medical emergency: a pandemic-level rise in hemorrhoid cases, especially among younger people. Matt reveals the cause isn’t spicy food, fiber deficiency, or aggressive wiping as Bob suggests, but rather people spending too much time sitting on toilets while scrolling on their phones. Doctors warn that prolonged toilet sitting with spread cheeks allows blood to pool in the anal region due to gravity and poor circulation, causing the blood vessels to become engorged. The hosts make numerous puns throughout (“cheeky,” “making a splash,” “nature’s bidet”) while discussing prevention methods including staying hydrated, eating high-fiber foods, exercising, avoiding straining during bowel movements, and most importantly, not lingering on the toilet with mobile devices. Bob questions the science, asking why gravity would be different sitting versus standing, while the doctors recommend people respond to natural urges promptly rather than delaying or rushing.

⏰ Second Hour Analysis ⏰

Analysis of Matt & Bob Show 08-29-2024 (Second Third)

What food items/restaurants were talked about?

• Bad Larry Burger Club – making smash burgers at Austin Motel’s pool party (01:11:54)
• Cabo Bob’s – where they went last week (01:31:02)
• CiCi’s Pizza – $2.99 all you can eat buffet from the 90s (01:53:09)
• Taco Shack – sponsor of the Taco Shack Bowl high school football game (01:14:51)
• Chuy’s/Chewies – multiple mentions of their 90s happy hour nacho bar with queso, taco meat, refried beans, and creamy jalapeño (01:57:23, 02:00:15)
• Tangerines – restaurant at the Renaissance near the Arboretum with carving station at happy hour buffet (01:58:37)
• Prime Red – lunch location where Matt got drunk and bought boots (01:30:16)
• Cork and Barrel in Round Rock – Jimmy Buffett farewell party on September 2nd (01:11:21)

News stories talked about during this portion

• Austin Fire Department elevator rescue – More than 20 people had to be rescued from an overloaded elevator, likely at a West Campus dorm during freshman turnout night at the stadium (01:04:48)
• Austin ISD funding crisis – District has a $78 million shortfall but received a $15 million grant for solar panels on 14 schools (01:06:22)
• 1923 TV show casting call – Production needs background actors who can foxtrot for a ballroom scene filming September 12th (01:07:30)
• Austin Restaurant Week – Kicks off tomorrow (01:15:24)

Predictions made during this portion

• Weather prediction – Temperatures will be in the mid-80s for the weekend, with some rain in the morning but nice overall (01:13:29)

Interesting facts shared during this portion

• European toilet paper disposal – In Europe, even toilet paper goes in a trash can next to the toilet, not flushed (01:03:09)
• Boot spur ledge/shelf – Tacoma’s original boots didn’t have a spur ledge (a small extension on the heel where spurs rest), which led to them being called “fashion boots” or “liberal boots” (01:24:00)
• Lucchese boots history – Italian family that settled in El Paso in late 1800s/early 1900s (01:26:06)
• Dog poop color change – White dog poop from the 90s disappeared because they changed ingredients in dog food (01:44:35)
• Gas prices comparison – 1995 average was $1.50/gallon, which equals $3.50 in today’s inflation-adjusted dollars; current gas is $2.89, making it cheaper now (01:51:56)
• MTV significance – MTV was the cultural hub for all young people in the 80s-90s regardless of music taste; now high schoolers don’t even know what it is (01:54:10)
• Two-for-one drinks banned – Texas outlawed two-for-one drink specials at happy hours because they caused drunk driving (01:57:48)

Phone callers this portion

• Brandon – Regular caller who is currently homeless since June 1st, got fired from body shop job but quickly found new work, has been clean from meth for 14 years, staying with customers from gas station where he works, mentions Manny from Army Navy store loaned him money (01:31:47)
• Caller about boots – Called about Vibram soles on boots from Manny’s Army Navy (01:31:55)
• Michael/Warehouse raves caller – Talked about missing warehouse raves and the triangle window in trucks for ventilation (01:50:15)
• Cookie Greg – Wanted to bring back Sobi drink (01:52:00)
• Map/delivery caller – Missed using physical maps and MapQuest navigation from the 90s (01:48:59)
• MTV caller – Wanted old school MTV with just music videos back, favorite show was Beavis and Butthead (01:54:01)
• Natalie – Worked for QE, missed happy hour with free food (01:57:00)
• James – Talked about Chuy’s nacho bar from early 2000s, gas prices in late 90s being 80-something cents, Fresh Prince and Martin (02:00:30)

Recurring jokes or gags

• Chuy’s concern about credit card skimmers – Goes inside gas stations to pay instead of using pump readers (01:39:56)
• Bob doing zero prep for rock news – Matt calls out Bob for not preparing while Matt prepares the night before (01:14:00)
• Army Navy store promotions – Brandon constantly promoting Manny’s Army Navy store throughout his call (01:35:32)
• Austin FC game confusion – Bob’s wife told him game was Friday but Chewy insisted it was Saturday (01:13:56)
• Flipping bird/adjusting inflation – Running gag about calculating what things cost in today’s dollars (01:51:56)

Funny or memorable quotes this portion

• “Have you ever smelled Europe? All of Europe smells a little bit like a bathroom… Whether it’s the blue cheese or the French women, there is a bit of an odor that wafts throughout the continent.” (01:03:27)
• “And the next thing you know, you got a 12 year old with a bloody bum.” – About kids spending too long on toilets with TikTok (01:04:08)
• “Those are liberal boots, and that’s what— Oh my god.” – About Tacova’s boots being called “liberal boots for liberals” (01:24:13)
• “Are you invested in the Army Navy store? You promote them a lot.” – Chewy to Brandon (01:32:01)
• “Can I go into one of these boot boutiques and be very discreet… and say, I’m local. I’m from here. Where’s my from here discount?” (01:26:10)
• “I don’t feel happy about that. I don’t feel happy.” – Matt about $13 happy hour items (01:59:47)
• “You know how they tracked him? Fresh prints in the snow!” – Matt’s dad joke about Uncle Phil getting lost skiing (02:01:22)
• “I want pyramid schemes to come back… but I would actually like to get in at the beginning.” – Bob (01:44:48)
• “I miss playing with Pogs, not Pogs. P-A-W-G’s, chewy.” – Text message read on air (01:53:48)

This or That segment

Topic: What would you bring back from the 90s?

Audience participation via calls and texts:

• Pumping gas before paying (Chewy)
• Actual dollar menus (Chewy)
• Seinfeld as a new show (Matt)
• Tamagotchi (Bob)
• Pyramid schemes (Bob)
• Jinco Jeans nostalgia
• Access television/public access shows
• MTV playing only music videos
• Happy hour with free food buffets
• MapQuest and physical maps
• Warehouse raves
• Triangle vent windows in trucks
• Sobi drinks
• Fresh Prince of Bel Air
• White dog poop
• Not being completely accessible/having anonymity
• Live action Ninja Turtles
• Beavis and Butthead
• Fruitopia
• Remote Control with Colin Quinn
• Two-for-one drinks
• CiCi’s $2.99 buffet
• Pogs
• 90s gas prices (debated)

Five Paragraph Summary

The second third of the Matt & Bob show began with a continuation of hemorrhoid discussion, focusing on fiber intake and bathroom hygiene. The conversation turned humorous as they discussed European toilet paper disposal customs and Matt joked about eating cardboard boxes for fiber. This led into the Austin area headlines segment, where Matt covered several local news stories including an elevator rescue involving over 20 people at what was likely a West Campus dorm, Austin ISD’s financial troubles despite receiving a solar panel grant, and a casting call for the TV show “1923” looking for actors who can foxtrot.

The show then shifted to promoting Labor Day weekend events around Austin. Matt enthusiastically detailed the Paramount Summer Classic Film Series finale, various pool parties, and most importantly, the first SEC game for the Texas Longhorns on Saturday at 2:30 PM against Colorado State. He invited listeners to the station’s tailgate party between 17th and 18th streets behind the Scottish Rite Theater, promising free drinks and swag. Matt also mentioned Austin FC taking on the Vancouver Whitecaps and the Taco Shack Bowl high school football game at House Park between McCallum and Anderson.

A fascinating segment emerged when Bob observed there’s a “boot war” happening on South Congress in Austin. The discussion revealed how the boot industry has transformed from underground craftsmen to prominent storefronts, with companies like Tacova’s, Lucchese, and Alan’s Boots competing for tourist dollars. Matt shared interesting details about boot construction, including the controversy over “spur ledges” and how Tacova’s boots were mockingly called “liberal boots.” The hosts discussed boot pricing, craftsmanship, and the evolution of Austin’s boot culture, with Matt revealing he owns several pairs of Tacova’s and boots from Alan’s in-house brand.

The show took an emotional turn when regular caller Brandon called in to update the hosts on his situation. He revealed he’s been homeless since June 1st after relationship troubles, recently got fired from a body shop job for standing up to his boss, but immediately found new work doing deliveries. Brandon assured Matt he’s stayed clean from meth for 14 years and emphasized how the community in Pflugerville, including Manny from the Army Navy store, has supported him with places to shower and occasional financial help. The hosts expressed genuine concern and offered continued support.

The final segment focused on nostalgia after news that Oasis is getting back together. This sparked a lengthy discussion about what listeners miss from the 1990s and would want to bring back. Popular answers included free food at happy hours (especially Chuy’s nacho bar and Tangerines’ carving station), MTV actually playing music videos, two-for-one drink specials, dollar menus, MapQuest navigation, warehouse raves, and TGIF sitcoms like Fresh Prince and Martin. Matt made an insightful observation that his high school daughter doesn’t even know what MTV is, highlighting how fractured youth culture has become compared to when MTV served as a universal cultural hub. The conversation included multiple callers and texts, with Matt debunking the gas price nostalgia by pointing out that adjusted for inflation, gas is actually cheaper now than in 1995.

🕐 Third Hour Analysis 🕐

Analysis of Matt & Bob Show (Final Third – 08-29-2024)

Food or restaurants talked about during this portion:

• 02:07:27 – Bobfather breakfast on a bun returning to El Dorado Cafe September 4th (Wednesday) through Saturday
• 02:04:06 – Pizza Hut buffet from the 90s mentioned nostalgically
• 02:01:57 – Hollywood Video and Blockbuster mentioned in context of getting pizza with movie rentals
• 02:12:16 – Royal Blue Grocery on Congress in downtown Austin
• 02:50:03 – Hot dog discussion for Football Friday with various suggestions (Sabretti, crispy fried jalapeños, etc.)
• 02:56:17 – Various hot dog types discussed: umami dog, gardener dog, muffuletta dog
• 02:58:47 – QT (QuikTrip) hot dogs mentioned negatively by Bob
• 02:59:01 – Discussion of Oscar Meyer hot dogs with French’s mustard

News stories talked about during this portion:

• 02:12:14 – Royal Blue Grocery owner George Escariano being attacked/assaulted by people experiencing homelessness downtown; he has reached out to council member Quadri multiple times without response
• 02:11:09 – Video Oliver (Viddie Oliver) leaving the station as part of restructuring in digital department
• 02:21:00 – Jeremy Jackson (Baywatch actor who played Hobie) admitting to breaking into castmates’ trailers and sniffing their bathing suits during puberty; new docu-series “After Baywatch: Moment in the Sun”
• 02:31:14 – Travis Kelsey won 2024 Kansas City Sportsman of the Year (Pulsinelli Award)
• 02:36:29 – Study showing Americans draining stock portfolios/investment accounts to fund sports betting
• 02:44:11 – Philadelphia incident where couple having sex in Land Rover Range Rover accidentally rolled vehicle into Schuylkill River (4:45 AM near Columbia Bridge on Kelly Drive)

Any interesting facts shared during this portion:

• 02:06:44 – Brew pubs became legal in Texas in the 1990s, allowing people to take home growlers
• 02:14:53 – Houston successfully addressed their homeless problem by getting people back into the system
• 02:18:30 – Houston saw “night and day change” downtown by implementing proper homeless services

Any memorable moments during this portion:

• 02:09:29 – Extended confusion about show segment timing with Chuy not knowing when “Kick Out the Jams” and other segments air
• 02:22:54 – Multiple minutes spent trying to play the correct “Kick Out the Jams” intro music
• 02:23:32 – Matt accusing Chuy of “slowly transitioning politically” and into management
• 02:26:06 – Discussion about whether Chuy liked Vivek Ramaswamy
• 02:27:53 – Debate about JD Vance and the couch story
• 02:51:47 – Bob admitting he wants just a basic Oscar Meyer hot dog with French’s mustard for Football Friday, leading to extended discussion

Any callers this portion:

• 02:02:58 – Richard called wanting to bring back Hollywood Video and Blockbuster, also mentioned wanting video game rentals and 90s Pizza Hut buffet

Any predictions made during this portion:

• 02:31:39 – Bob predicting he cannot handle another season of Travis Kelsey media coverage

Facts of the Day from their segment:

• 02:01:39 – Discussion about collective TV watching experiences being missing for 15-20 year olds (Fresh Prince, Uncle Phil references)
• 02:05:35 – People miss aspects of 90s culture including Zeke Cavarici’s, shoulder pads, big blousey shirts
• 02:06:20 – Making mix tapes/burning CDs for romantic interests as a meaningful gesture

Kick Out the Jams segment about:

• 02:20:48 – Segment started extremely late due to technical/organizational issues
• 02:31:14 – Bob discussed Travis Kelsey winning Kansas City Sportsman of the Year
• 02:36:29 – Discussed sports betting study showing people draining investments
• 02:47:36 – Jeremy Jackson Baywatch story about sniffing bathing suits

Summary:

The final portion of the Matt & Bob show covered a wide range of topics, beginning with nostalgic discussions about 90s culture including Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Blockbuster Video, and Pizza Hut buffets. Caller Richard sparked memories about video game rentals and the social aspects of entertainment that have been lost to streaming culture. The conversation evolved into discussions about beepers, mix tapes, and the meaningful gestures that technology has replaced, with Matt noting how burning the perfect CD for someone could “get yourself out of a friend zone.”

A significant portion of the show focused on Austin’s ongoing homeless crisis, triggered by news about Royal Blue Grocery owner George Escariano being repeatedly assaulted downtown. Matt delivered an impassioned commentary about the need for practical solutions rather than virtue signaling, criticizing both extremes of the political spectrum. He praised Houston’s approach to homeless services and argued that concentrating services in one area creates easy targets for crime, ultimately harming the people these services are meant to help. The discussion highlighted the tension between well-meaning intentions and effective policy implementation.

The show experienced considerable technical difficulties and organizational confusion, particularly around the “Kick Out the Jams” segment. Multiple minutes were spent trying to locate and play the correct intro music, with Matt expressing frustration that Chuy didn’t know the timing of various show segments despite being in charge of show structure. This led to accusations about Chuy “transitioning politically” and into management, creating both tension and comedy as they debated everything from hypocrisy (or “hypocrism”) to political alignments.

Entertainment news dominated the middle section, with stories about Video Oliver leaving the station, Travis Kelsey’s continued media presence, and a shocking revelation from former Baywatch child star Jeremy Jackson about sniffing his adult castmates’ bathing suits during puberty. The show also covered a study revealing Americans are draining investment accounts to fund sports betting addictions, and a bizarre Philadelphia incident where a couple’s romantic encounter in a Range Rover ended with the vehicle rolling into the Schuylkill River.

The show concluded with extensive planning for Football Friday, including details about KLBJ’s tailgate location near the Scottish Rite Theatre and a lengthy debate about hot dog preparations. Bob’s simple request for a basic Oscar Meyer hot dog with French’s mustard on a Mrs. Baird’s bun clashed with Chuy’s desire to create something special, leading to discussions about sabretti dogs, crispy fried jalapeños, and various gourmet options. The segment perfectly encapsulated the show’s dynamic: Bob’s appreciation for simplicity, Chuy’s ambitious creativity, and Matt’s role as mediator and occasional instigator, all while promoting the Bob Father breakfast sandwich returning to El Dorado Cafe.