🎙️ First Hour Analysis 🎙️

Analysis of Matt & Bob Show Transcript (07-11-2024)

Is it a Hot Dog Friday Show?

• No indication this is a Hot Dog Friday show

Food items/restaurants talked about:

• 00:04-06:00 – Costco eggs (cage-free vs caged discussion)
• 12:00-13:30 – Rambler sparkling water (house brand, attempting to get into Costco)
• 13:30 – Costco products discussion (12 banned items)
• 28:00-30:00 – Little Deli restaurant (mentioned eating there yesterday, location in Crestview/Violet Crown Shopping Center and second location off Briarcliff/Berkman)
• 28:29 – Pizza with bacon, meatball, and sausage toppings
• 29:00-30:00 – Local Slice pizza restaurant mentioned (near Post Office, has Elgin Sausage and Pork Belly toppings)
• 29:18 – Tony Cease pizza mentioned
• 29:00 – Hokes Pizza (death metal pizza place, used to make broccoli and bacon pizza)
• 52:00-56:00 – Unnamed pizza restaurant where Matt had bad wine

Click Click Boom segment:

Timestamp: 12:00-22:00 – Costco themed clickbait segment:

• 12 products banned from Costco shelves
• Eggs from caged hens – only cage-free sold at Costco
• Roundup – removed due to cancer risks
• Threatened seafood – discontinued selling endangered fish like bluefin tuna and swordfish
• Kirkland signature half sheet cakes – now order-only
• Polish sausage – removed as part of food court streamlining
• Combo pizza slice – eliminated to streamline food court options
• 20:00-21:30 – Discussion of American Airlines saving millions by removing black olives from salads based on employee suggestion

Funny moments or memorable quotes:

• 00:50-02:00 – Elaborate, humorous introductions of the hosts
• 02:40 – Matt: “My atomic bomb’s still going off” misheard as “tummy bums”
• 04:00-06:00 – Discussion about Eric Estrada wandering Austin airport hoping to get recognized
• 05:00 – Bob suggesting Sawyer looks like Randy Johnson
• 09:00 – Discussion of Shrek Rave at Empire venue
• 10:00-12:00 – Data vs. data pronunciation debate, with British accent attempts
• 11:00 – Bob: “I’m through being cool”
• 12:00 – Discussion of being “nauseous” vs “nauseated”
• 26:00-32:00 – Extended conversation about Bob being completely lost in Austin after lunch, not recognizing the Berkman/Windsor Hills area
• 30:00 – Bob: “I almost called in a silver alert on myself”
• 52:00-56:00 – Matt’s story about drinking terrible wine but being too polite to complain (restaurant cuck story)

Phone callers this portion:

No phone callers in this portion

Bob’s Rock and Roll News segment:

Bob’s Rock and Roll News segment ran from approximately 32:00 to 52:00, opening with his characteristic dramatic introduction about being “Rock’s last great reporter.” He began by apologizing to Chewy for the difficult trivia questions he’s been asking, acknowledging that he’s been “rock shaming” him by dangling large sums of money for questions that are nearly impossible to answer, like identifying Rick Danko as the bass player for The Band.

The segment covered several major stories from the rock world. A notable highlight was the announcement that Cypress Hill will be performing with the London Symphony Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall, bringing to life a joke from a Simpsons episode from nearly 30 years ago where the hip-hop group mistakenly booked a show with the LSO while allegedly high. Peter Frampton, who voiced a promoter in that same episode, has been invited to join the bill, though he hasn’t responded yet. Bob found this particularly amusing and expressed interest in attending the show.

Bob reported on John Bon Jovi’s difficult year, which has been a mixture of good and bad news. The bad news included having to cancel tour dates due to vocal problems, his latest record dropping off the charts after just one week, and most significantly, the death of his mother Carol Bongiovi at age 83. The good news was that he married off one of his children to Millie Bobby Brown. Bob reflected on the loss, relating to it personally and noting that 83 seems young these days.

The Killers received two Guinness World Records for their hit song “Mr. Brightside” from their debut album “Hot Fuss.” As of July 4th, the track has spent 416 weeks on the UK singles chart, which Bob calculated amounts to over eight years cumulatively. The song has become a massive sing-along anthem at British pubs and soccer matches. Bob shared a personal story about seeing The Killers perform at a casino in Missouri during a memorable three-day weekend that also included a Missouri football game, an NFL game, and a Bruce Springsteen concert, with Brandon Flowers delivering an exceptional performance.

The final major story covered a lawsuit between Nirvana and fashion brand Marc Jacobs that was filed in 2018 and has just been settled six years later. Marc Jacobs had created a “redux grunge collection” featuring a shirt with a smiley face logo similar to Nirvana’s iconic design, but with “M” and “J” for the eyes and “Heaven” across the top instead of “Nirvana.” The case was complicated when former Geffen Records art director Robert Fisher claimed he was the original creator of the Nirvana logo. After years of legal wrangling, the parties have agreed to a mediator’s proposal and are drafting a settlement agreement. Bob questioned whether the lawsuit was necessary, suggesting it might have been a promotional opportunity instead. He also briefly mentioned that Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Josh Klinghoffer is being sued for wrongful death and negligence after allegedly running over and killing a pedestrian while on his phone, though he did stop and call EMS. Bob closed the segment by noting that no one had written to him at BobsRockNews.com and gave a rock and roll salute to the loyal listeners.

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

• Cypress Hill
• London Symphony Orchestra
• Peter Frampton
• Smashing Pumpkins
• Bon Jovi
• Katy Perry
• The Killers
• Nirvana
• Marc Jacobs (fashion brand, not a band)
• Red Hot Chili Peppers
• Pearl Jam
• Jane’s Addiction
• The Beatles
• George Harrison
• Devo

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

The show opened with the three hosts – Matt Bearden, Bob Fonseca, and producer Chuy – exchanging elaborate, humorous introductions. Matt’s family had just returned from being away for four weeks, and while he expected life to feel dramatically different, he found it simply felt normal again, making him realize he had just been feeling abnormal during their absence. Bob’s family had also been traveling, and he picked them up at the airport. The conversation meandered through various topics including dreams, tummy troubles, and nervousness about some unnamed data or information they were expecting to receive that day.

A significant portion of the show focused on a lunch outing the previous day where Bob became completely disoriented in an unfamiliar part of Austin. They had eaten at Little Deli’s second location in the Berkman/Windsor Hills area, and Bob was so confused by the neighborhood that he joked about calling in a silver alert on himself. The area, located in a triangle between 290, I-35, and Manor Road, has historically been overlooked and neglected by the city, particularly after the airport expansion cut it off from the rest of Austin. Matt explained the area’s history, noting it was originally built for young professionals working at plants like Motorola and Texas Instruments, but fell into decline during the crack epidemic. The extended conversation revealed how even long-time Austin residents can be unfamiliar with certain parts of the city, leading to a broader discussion about exploring your own city as if you’re on vacation.

The Click Click Boom segment featured Costco-themed clickbait, tying into their upcoming interview with Dave Mead from Rambler sparkling water, which is attempting to get shelf space at Costco by selling 1,400 cases over four days (350 cases per day). Matt walked through 12 products banned from Costco’s shelves, including caged eggs, Roundup, threatened seafood, half sheet cakes, Polish sausage, and combo pizza slices. The discussion included a memorable tangent about American Airlines saving millions of dollars after a flight attendant suggested removing black olives from salads since passengers weren’t eating them anyway, illustrating how corporations obsess over tiny cost savings. The show maintained its characteristic blend of local Austin content, absurdist humor, and genuine camaraderie between the hosts throughout this portion.

⏰ Second Hour Analysis ⏰

Analysis of Matt & Bob Show Transcript (Second Third)

Food items/restaurants talked about:

• Pizza place (unspecified location) – Matt discussed getting bad wine there (56:25-1:00:44)
• Michiladas mentioned in context of drinking on the beach (1:01:45)
• Dr. Pepper discussed regarding sending back flat soda (59:45)
• Hot dog mentioned at Costco (1:43:12)
• Chocolate-covered berries mentioned as Bob was eating them (1:18:00)

News stories talked about during this portion:

• Used EV Prices in Austin: Prices for used EVs have dropped almost 40% off their highs, making them more affordable in the Austin area. This could lead to more EVs on the road but also longer waits at charging stations (1:03:32-1:04:16)
• President Biden Coming to Austin: Joe Biden scheduled to visit Austin and sit down with Lester Holt on July 15th to discuss his campaign troubles following debate performance. George Clooney criticized Biden’s campaign (1:04:22-1:05:53)

Predictions made during this portion:

• Matt joked that Austin could be the place that “completely derails” Biden’s campaign (1:05:43)

Interesting facts shared during this portion:

• Fart Walk trend: Canadian actress Marilyn Smith revealed on TikTok a health trend of post-meal walks to release gases, now trending on social media as “fart walks.” It’s supposed to aid digestion and relieve bloating (1:14:05-1:16:12)
• Average person farts 5-10 times per day according to an article Matt read (1:16:48)
• Toodles underwear: Product featuring activated carbon fabric that filters flatulence odors, with replaceable charcoal pads (1:26:43-1:29:05)
• Texas State Parks Centennial: Last year marked 100 years of Texas State Parks (1:40:09)

Funny or memorable quotes this portion:

• “I bet there’s nothing worse right now in the service industry than people who have watched the bear and think they understand restaurants now.” (59:22)
• “Radio doesn’t allow you to act this way anymore. It’s not the 1970s.” (57:34)
• “You know how to please a woman. Super curly.” – discussing hair in food (1:00:00)
• “The crust was rizzing me.” – Matt describing good pizza (1:00:40)
• “It’s what gay men give each other to make anal more pleasurable.” – Matt explaining poppers (1:01:37)
• “If you got a fart, take the stairs.” (1:25:46)
• “You’re a stranger to go through that pain of being embarrassed and losing out on an opportunity.” – Matt on elevator etiquette (1:25:16)
• “We’re going on a fuck.” – misheard version of “fart walk” (1:26:09)
• Matt on New Kids on the Block concert: “Get on out to the Dramania Amphitheater. It’s gonna be Milf City” (1:07:22)

Guests in the studio or special visitors:

• Dave Mead – Co-founder of Rambler Sparkling Water, came in to discuss their Costco roadshow and the brand (1:31:51-1:51:52). He made them “pinceladas” (a mocktail version of micheladas using Rambler, lime juice, Valentina hot sauce, and tahin). Discussed his boat, old Porsche 928, and partnership with Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation.

Recurring jokes or gags:

• Restaurant role-play scenario that went off the rails with Matt, Bob, and Chewy playing different characters (56:25-59:25)
• Ongoing discussion about farting, bathrooms, and digestive issues throughout multiple segments
• Chewy being Gen Z and not following through on tasks properly (1:31:24)
• Bob’s eating habits and potential eating disorder jokes (1:17:32)
• The show’s relationship with Rambler Sparkling Water as their “unofficial morning drink”

This or That segment:

• Subject: Office Olympics events discussion
• Matt mentioned they “made fun of it the other day” and need to attend more office events (1:11:39-1:12:08)

Events/Things to Do in Austin mentioned:

• Cage the Elephant – Tonight (Thursday) at Moody Center, tickets still available at $39.50 (1:06:03)
• New Kids on the Block with Paula Abdul and DJ Jazzy Jeff – Friday at Germania Insurance Amphitheater (1:06:54)
• Footloose the Musical – Hill Country Galleria, Wednesdays-Saturdays at 8pm through August 10th (1:08:56)
• Legally Blonde the Musical – July 12-14 at Zilker Outdoor Musical, 65th year of the event (1:10:01)
• Free week at the Jones Center (modern art museum on Congress Avenue) (1:10:35)

Five Paragraph Summary:

The second third of the Matt & Bob show opened with an extended comedic role-play scenario about sending back bad wine at a restaurant, with Matt explaining he’s too afraid to ever send anything back despite once receiving wine that tasted like “poppers.” The hosts discussed their reluctance to complain about food, with Chewy admitting he’s eaten around hairs in his food rather than send it back. This led to Matt sharing a story about drinking terrible wine at a pizza place while alone, unable to work up the courage to return it despite it being clearly spoiled.

The show shifted to local news, with Matt reporting that used EV prices in Austin have plummeted nearly 40% from their highs, making electric vehicles more affordable but potentially creating longer waits at charging stations. He also announced that President Biden would be visiting Austin next week for a sit-down interview with Lester Holt on July 15th, likely to address his struggling campaign following his poor debate performance. Matt joked that Austin could be the place that “completely derails” Biden’s campaign.

A significant portion of the show focused on a viral health trend called “fart walks” – post-meal strolls intended to release pent-up gases and aid digestion. The discussion evolved into an extended conversation about flatulence, bathroom etiquette, and elevator protocol, with the hosts sharing personal stories and debating the social contracts around passing gas in public spaces. Chewy revealed a technique for silent bathroom activities in his one-bedroom apartment, while Matt passionately argued that farting in elevators should be a felony, especially when innocent people get blamed by attractive strangers who enter afterward. The conversation led to the discovery of Toodles underwear with activated carbon filters designed to eliminate odor.

Matt provided a rundown of weekend events in Austin, including Cage the Elephant at the Moody Center, New Kids on the Block at Germania Amphitheater (which Matt jokingly described as “Milf City”), Footloose the Musical at Hill Country Galleria, Legally Blonde at Zilker, and a free week at the Jones Center. He encouraged listeners to try new experiences and get out of their Netflix routines, emphasizing the importance of supporting local culture and entertainment.

The segment concluded with guest Dave Mead from Rambler Sparkling Water discussing the brand’s upcoming Costco roadshow at the Research Boulevard location (Thursday-Sunday). Mead explained Rambler’s unique mineral formula, their partnership with Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation, and made the hosts “pinceladas” – a healthy mocktail version of micheladas. The conversation shifted to Mead’s lifestyle choices, including his recent boat purchase and restored Porsche 928, with Matt expressing both envy and skepticism about boat ownership. Mead encouraged listeners to support the local brand at Costco where cases are available for $9.49, emphasizing it’s a test run that could determine their future presence in the stores.

🕐 Third Hour Analysis 🕐

Analysis of Matt & Bob Show (07-11-2024) – Final Third

Food or Restaurants Talked About

• 02:12:02 – Rosa mentioned bringing coquito to the studio
• 02:27:11 – Discussion of lunch being provided at Office Olympics (free lunch mentioned)
• Timestamp not specific – General mention of lunch during Office Olympics planning

News Stories Talked About During This Portion

• 02:31:25 – Escaped kangaroo in Germany recaptured after 1.5 years on the loose (in Ludwigslust-Parchim district, found 50 miles from owner’s home)
• 02:34:25 – Man in China arrested trying to smuggle 104 live snakes (milk snakes and corn snakes) into mainland China from Hong Kong by hiding them in his pants
• 02:36:23 – TikToker Lai Yi Jing exposed scammer in Singapore offering $9,000 for inappropriate photo shoot involving 50 men
• 02:38:52 – Ammo vending machine installed at Lowe’s Market in Canyon Lake, Texas (hill country) by American Rounds company
• 02:39:23 – East Texas teacher’s kangaroo lost during barrel hurricane, returned Tuesday morning

Interesting Facts Shared During This Portion

• 01:53:25 – KLOL 101 was a dominant radio station in Houston in late 70s through early 90s
• 01:54:06 – Van Halen discussion: distinction between David Lee Roth era vs. Sammy Hagar era, with consensus that band changed significantly after 1984
• 01:54:47 – Bon Scott vs. Brian Johnson discussion regarding AC/DC
• 01:57:13 – Dave Mead worked at GSDNM as a producer of TV commercials, then became a photographer shooting rock and roll
• 01:57:47 – Dave’s father owned an ad agency
• 01:58:06 – Bob Fonseca worked at GSDNM from approximately 1987-1992
• 01:59:06 – Rambler will be at Costco (Research Blvd location only, north Arboretum) Thursday through Sunday, $9.49 for 24-pack case
• 01:59:33 – Rambler opening Georgetown location in three weeks
• 02:05:08 – Caddo Lake mentioned as only natural lake in Texas
• 02:39:45 – American Rounds currently has machines in: 1 in Alabama, 1 in Texas, 4 in Oklahoma, with more coming to Texas and Colorado

Memorable Moments During This Portion

• 01:52:09 – Matt and Bob repeatedly missing Dave’s comments while chatting
• 01:55:08 – Passionate debate about Van Halen vs. Van Hagar, with Dave declaring “Van Halen died in 1984”
• 01:55:55 – Bob admitting he prolonged a relationship because woman had a ski nautique boat docked on Lake Austin
• 01:56:52 – Discussion of Yeti billboard asking “Do you like him or do you just like his boat?”
• 02:00:45 – Entire segment discussing need for a show boat and inability to get one
• 02:04:24 – Joe caller admits to having bass boat but deflects invitation
• 02:06:46 – Chuy and Sawyer Stoll proposing to steal boats/engines
• 02:08:39 – Dennis Rodman’s yacht on Lake Austin mentioned
• 02:10:12 – Matt admitting he “stepped in it” regarding Fun Friday comments, offending Rosa and others
• 02:11:32 – Elaborate (sarcastic) description of Rosa as dangerous person who “carries switchblades”
• 02:13:16 – Office Olympics event planning discussion with Sarah Huerta
• 02:19:25 – Proposal for “guess whose shoes” game based on bathroom stall observations
• 02:21:25 – Turtle head/knocking cotton bathroom emergency discussion making Sarah uncomfortable
• 02:28:11 – Ed Clements appearing to object to sexual harassment joke
• 02:29:40 – Discussion of whether managers actually work, with Sarah diplomatically deflecting

Guests on the Show

• 01:51:53 – 01:59:33 – Dave Mead from Rambler Sparkling Water
• 02:11:32 – 02:30:40 – Sarah Huerta (HR/Operations) discussing Office Olympics

Callers This Portion

• 02:04:23 – 02:05:53 – Joe (has bass boat, discusses fishing at Granger, deflects offering boat to hosts)

“This or That” Segment

No “This or That” segment in this portion

Predictions Made During This Portion

• 01:59:06 – Dave Mead predicting that if Costco sales go well, Rambler might get permanent shelf space at Costco stores

“Kick Out the Jams” Segment

No “Kick Out the Jams” segment in this portion

5 Paragraph Summary

The final third of the show featured guest Dave Mead from Rambler Sparkling Water, who discussed his background working at advertising agency GSDNM and his photography career. The conversation meandered through topics including boats, 1980s nostalgia about BMX bikes and rock music (particularly Van Halen and AC/DC), and Dave’s current venture with Rambler. The hosts pressed Dave about his boat ownership and discussed the challenges of boat maintenance, with Bob admitting he once prolonged a relationship just to access a woman’s ski nautique. Dave promoted Rambler’s upcoming Costco appearance at the Research Boulevard location, offering 24-packs for $9.49 and mentioning a Georgetown location opening in three weeks.

A significant portion of the show focused on the hosts’ quest to acquire a boat for the show, with multiple failed attempts to secure one through listeners or trade deals. Caller Joe admitted to having a bass boat but deflected when asked to share it, and young producers Sawyer Stoll and Chuy half-jokingly discussed stealing boats they’d spotted around town. The conversation revealed the hosts’ frustration with not having access to lake activities despite living in Austin, with discussions about Lake Travis, Lake Austin, and various other Texas lakes. The boat talk expanded into broader discussions about wealthy listeners, the difficulties of coordinating with the sales and promotions departments, and various water-related activities.

Sarah Huerta from HR/Operations appeared to discuss the upcoming Office Olympics scheduled for July 26th (the last Friday of July), coinciding with the Olympic Games opening ceremonies. She outlined various planned events including target golf, egg relay, paper plate frisbee, trash can basketball, and balloon races. The hosts attempted to workshop additional events, some inappropriate, including a “guess whose shoes” game based on bathroom stall observations and various refrigerator-related challenges. Despite Sarah’s professional demeanor and attempts to keep things appropriate, the hosts repeatedly pushed boundaries with off-color jokes and suggestions, particularly regarding bathroom humor and office relationships.

The show’s “Nods to the Odds” segment covered several bizarre news stories from around the world. These included a kangaroo that escaped in Germany and survived on its own for a year and a half before being recaptured (with Matt expressing sympathy for the animal having to return to captivity), a man in China caught smuggling 104 live snakes in his pants, and a TikToker in Singapore exposing a scammer who offered $9,000 for an inappropriate photo shoot. The hosts used these stories as jumping-off points for comedy, with particular focus on the absurdity of hiding snakes in pants and the prevalence of internet scams. They sarcastically noted how unusual it was to find dishonest people on the internet.

The show concluded with discussion of a new ammunition vending machine installed at a Lowe’s Market in Canyon Lake, Texas, part of a small chain by American Rounds that also has locations in Alabama and Oklahoma. Chuy argued this was actually good for gun regulation since purchases would be traceable through ID verification, comparing it to existing vending machines for cannabis and alcohol. The conversation touched on Texas gun culture, the practicality of firearms for hunting and protection, and even included discussion of a video showing cross-country skiers defending themselves from wild hogs with an AR-15. Throughout these segments, the hosts maintained their characteristic irreverent humor while Sarah Huerta diplomatically navigated their inappropriate questions about office affairs, personnel files, and what managers actually do all day.