Dudley and Bob with Matt — 93.7 KLBJ-FM, Austin — Friday, January 9, 2015
Part 3: Tequila!
Dale continues defending his earlier prank call to Pat Robertson’s ministry, sparking listener reactions including criticism from ‘Tea Party Mom 66.’ Alex Raimondo visits to promote his comedy show and Number One tequila (co-owned with Ron White), while Chris Kane represents TX Whiskey. The show draws a $10,000 giveaway winner (Jordan Hutto) for Chris Waters Realty and discusses investment regrets (Dale on Deep Eddie vodka), George W. Bush charging veterans’ charities for appearances, and a Canadian man punching a cougar to save his dachshund.
Segments
- Ticket giveaway and religious backlash [00:00:01] — Dale announces Tedeschi Trucks tickets, then responds to an email from ‘Tea Party Mom 66’ criticizing his earlier Pat Robertson prank call, defending his right to criticize religion.
- Alex Raimondo introduction [00:03:57] — Alex Raimondo joins to promote his Saturday show at Stateside Theater and Number One tequila (co-owned with Ron White). Discussion of Ron White’s relationship with Alex’s sister and the tequila business.
- Caller Ramona forgives Dale [00:05:10] — Caller Ramona from Leander calls to ‘forgive’ Dale for past on-air behavior, attempting to change his karma. Dale is bemused but cordial.
- Investment regrets [00:13:15] — Dale recounts missing the opportunity to invest in Deep Eddie vodka and Sweet Leaf Tea. Alex discusses the challenges of the tequila business.
- Chris Waters $10k giveaway [00:22:05] — Chris Waters calls in to conduct the annual $10,000 giveaway to a realtor who helped sell Chris Waters Realty listings. Bob draws the winner: Jordan Hutto.
- Bush family controversies [00:25:15] — Discussion of George P. Bush trying to delist the golden-cheeked warbler, George W. Bush charging $170k to speak at veterans’ charity events, and Jeb Bush saying Americans need to ‘work longer hours.’
- Madeleine Murray O’Hair legacy [00:34:00] — Dale reflects on how Austin has forgotten Madeleine Murray O’Hair, the atheist activist who lived in Austin and was murdered, arguing she was a pioneer who deserves recognition.
- Canadian punches cougar [00:47:00] — The show plays and discusses a Canadian news story about a man who punched a cougar in the face to save his dachshund, then shot and killed it. CJ’s paralyzed dachshund Miles is mentioned for comparison.
- Wedding rings and marriage [00:51:00] — Daniel admits to losing his wedding ring at a party on Lake Travis. Dale insists he never removes his ring, recounting his father having to saw his ring off after 37 years of marriage.
Guests
- Alex Raimondo (comedian) [00:03:57] — Promoting Saturday show at Stateside Theater and Number One tequila brand co-owned with Ron White
- Chris Kane (other) [00:19:45] — Representing TX Whiskey from Firestone and Robertson Distilling Company, formerly worked with Dale promoting Deep Eddie vodka
Callers
- Ramona (Leander) (regular) [00:05:10] — Called to ‘forgive’ Dale for past on-air behavior and wish him well Dale accepts graciously but doesn’t feel he needs forgiveness. Brief, cordial exchange.
- Chris Waters (regular) [00:22:05] — Called in to conduct the annual $10,000 realtor giveaway Bob drew Jordan Hutto’s name as the winner. Waters confirmed all 40 eligible realtors were listening.
Text Line
- [00:00:26] Email from ‘Tea Party Mom 66’ telling Dale to stop the blasphemy, calling it unwarranted and mean — read by Dale Dudley Dale launched into a defense of his right to criticize religion, explaining he cannot blaspheme something he doesn’t believe in and suggesting the listener find another show
Quotes
My mental illness stops where yours begins.
Dale Dudley [00:00:50]
We’re not going to move forward until we stop listening to ancient myths.
Dale Dudley [00:03:15]
You have friends who like you. That’s why I’d let you invest.
Dale Dudley [00:21:25]
He said we need to work like Mexicans.
Alex Raimondo [00:39:06]