Dudley and Bob
Dudley and Bob

Dudley and Bob with Matt — 93.7 KLBJ-FM, Austin — Monday, February 16, 2015

This Show

Part 1: The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt

This is Part 1 of ‘The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt’ from February 16, 2015. Comedian Dan Soder joins the show for an extended visit, discussing topics ranging from milk being bad for you and cigarette advertising history, to stand-up comedy, radio politics, quitting drinking, UK porn bans, and the death of actor Ken Weatherwax (Pugsley from The Addams Family). The hosts banter about nostalgia, neighborhoods, bird-watching, and Dale’s ongoing attempts to befriend Dan while Dan repeatedly deflects Dale’s invitation to return the next day.

Segments

  • Milk May Be Bad For You [00:00:00] — Dale discusses a Swedish study suggesting milk consumption may increase mortality and bone fractures, contrary to longstanding health advice.
  • Vintage Cigarette Commercials [00:05:00] — The hosts play and discuss 1940s-1960s cigarette commercials featuring doctors recommending Camels and Chesterfields, highlighting how companies have always manipulated health claims.
  • Dead Body in Florida House [00:09:03] — Dale reads a story about a man who bought a foreclosed house at auction and discovered a corpse inside, leading to discussion about people dying alone without anyone checking on them.
  • Neighbors and Birds [00:12:34] — Carissa expresses nostalgia for a time when neighbors knew each other and people could identify birds, while Dale points out that era wasn’t actually as great as she imagines.
  • Time and Reality [00:18:29] — Discussion about atomic clocks, how time moves faster at higher elevations, and whether time is even real or just a human construct.
  • Music Interlude – Chicago [00:20:11] — The show plays ‘Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is’ by Chicago, followed by discussion of John Conley and early-80s country music.
  • Dan Soder Joins [00:27:09] — Comedian Dan Soder enters and the conversation shifts to doing radio shows, podcasts, and how commercial radio is changing.
  • Radio People Need to Get Out of the Way [00:30:00] — Dan and Dale discuss meetings with radio executives who don’t understand talent-driven shows, agreeing that management should ‘get out of the way.’
  • Romeo Rose Racist Incident [00:32:00] — Dale recounts having a guest (Romeo Rose) who said something extremely racist on air, and how letting it play out got him in trouble with management despite the context.
  • Mike Tyson and Self-Doubt [00:39:00] — Dan shares his recent experience meeting Mike Tyson and quotes Tyson’s profound observation: ‘This is a bad neighborhood and you’re always by yourself’ about negative thoughts.
  • Dale Tries to Quit Drinking [00:44:00] — Dale reveals he’s trying to cut back on drinking because he’s becoming angry when drunk. Dan, who quit two years ago, recommends the Allen Carr book ‘The Easy Way to Quit Drinking.’
  • Dale’s Man-Crush on Dan [00:48:34] — Dale repeatedly tries to get Dan to return to the show the next day, becoming increasingly infatuated while Dan politely declines, creating an awkward dynamic the others mock.
  • Bob and Tom Show [00:51:00] — Discussion of doing the syndicated Bob and Tom show, with Dan describing it as feeling ‘like a barbecue with my parents’ friends’ compared to edgier shows.
  • UK Porn Bans Preview [00:58:00] — Dale teases a list of things banned in UK pornography (including female ejaculation, spanking, and strangulation) that they’ll discuss on the podcast.
  • Pugsley from The Addams Family Dies [01:03:00] — The show discusses the death of Ken Weatherwax (Pugsley) at 59 from a heart attack, and which cast members of The Addams Family are still alive.

Recurring Bits

  • The Worst of Dudley and Bob [00:00:00] — The segment is titled ‘The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt’ though no specific ‘worst of’ format is followed in this part
  • The Sideshow [00:58:00] — Dale promotes the free podcast at DudleyandBobland.com where they’ll discuss UK porn bans
  • Audience of One [00:37:09] — Dale mentions they let a listener in to sit in studio every Friday and he needs to auction one off tomorrow

Guests

  • Dan Soder (comedian) [00:27:09] — Performing at Cap City Comedy Club, joins for extended in-studio visit discussing comedy, radio, quitting drinking, and becomes the subject of Dale’s intense man-crush

Music

  • Chicago — Discussed and played ‘Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is’
  • John Conley — Discussed early-80s country singer with songs like ‘Rose Colored Glasses’ and ‘Friday Night Blues’
  • Hank Williams Sr. — Discussed as ‘real country’ in contrast to later eras
  • Slim Whitman — Played vintage K-Tel infomercial claiming he sold more records than The Beatles
  • Ian McLagan — Dale mentions Small Faces keyboardist who died yesterday and lived in Austin; they found a clip of him playing live on the show

Quotes

There’s no such thing as time. It’s something we say there is.

Dale Dudley [00:19:00]

This is a bad neighborhood and you’re always by yourself.

Dan Soder (quoting Mike Tyson) [00:39:17]

You’re radio people. Get out of the way.

Dan Soder [00:30:20]

What you want to live in is a time that doesn’t exist. You want to live in a movie.

Matt Bearden [00:17:03]

Part 2: The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt

This segment is a rapid-fire mix of topics including geography confusion about Transylvania, Dale’s rant about the CIA torture report and Iraq War critics, discussions about shaving (both landscaping and pubic hair), Dale getting hung up on by a national sports radio show while drunk, and a Georgetown woman claiming to see Jesus in a moth. The energy is chaotic, with Dale particularly worked up about political issues and personal expenses (vet bills, landscaping). The ‘things you’ve stolen as an adult’ phone topic generates heavy listener response.

Segments

  • Transylvania Geography Lesson [00:00:00] — Daniel expresses surprise that the hosts know about Bucharest, Romania. Bob makes a ‘Buca Key’ (bukakke) joke that Dale loves. Discussion of World War II, Nazis, and Herman Goering follows.
  • CIA Torture Report Rant [00:08:06] — Dale launches into a passionate rant about the forthcoming CIA torture report, defending his 2003 opposition to the Iraq War and criticizing Dick Cheney, George Bush, and listeners who called him ‘seditious’ at the time.
  • Dog Vet Bills Crisis [00:16:00] — Dale’s wife calls during the show about their dog eating his stitches and needing expensive dental work. Dale complains about veterinary costs and asks for recommendations, refusing phone calls and demanding emails only.
  • Pubic Hair Grooming Study [00:23:00] — Dale reads a UT Galveston study about health complications from bikini line grooming. The discussion becomes explicit about 1970s pubic hair norms and modern grooming expectations.
  • Dale’s Drunk National Radio Call [00:33:00] — Dale teases that he called a national sports radio show while drunk over the weekend and was hung up on, promising to tell the full story later.
  • Things You’ve Stolen Topic [00:38:00] — A casual discussion about what people steal turns into the most active phone topic in weeks, with listeners confessing to stealing everything from hotel items to entire living room sets.
  • Jesus Appears in Georgetown Moth [00:54:00] — KXAN story about a Georgetown woman who sees Jesus (or the devil, depending on how you look at it) in a moth that landed at her home. The hosts debate what they see in the pattern.

Callers

  • unnamed [00:13:19] — Thanking Dale for speaking out about CIA torture Brief supportive call agreeing with Dale’s political stance
  • Mark [00:49:01] — Stealing whipped cream for nitrous in college Dale shares his own story of getting caught by his dad doing the same thing at Dairy Queen
  • Carlos [00:50:08] — Stealing an entire living room from a friend Dale points out that Carlos isn’t really friends with the victim if he never confessed
  • Millie [00:52:10] — Stealing IHOP syrup rack Quick admission that she was drunk at 2:30 AM, ends the topic well
  • Dan [00:47:25] — Regularly stealing Rudy’s breakfast tacos Dale gets his physical description and threatens to report him to Rudy’s owner
  • Casey [00:47:02] — Stealing beer tap handles from bars Describes unscrewing them while friends distract bartenders
  • Katie [00:40:02] — Stealing Chuy’s margarita shaker, CPK fork, and photographer’s flash Multiple theft confessions, shares detailed stories
  • Sam [00:41:20] — Stealing first aid supplies from work Brief discussion about station first aid kits
  • Brandon [00:42:14] — Borrowing DVDs and never returning them His boss is sitting right next to him during the call

Quotes

I went with my instinct and I was right.

Dale Dudley [00:09:45]

I’m the man. I’m the King B.

Dale Dudley [00:14:53]

Overweight women were twice as likely… Well yeah, because you’ve got to use one of those robots.

Dale Dudley [00:25:14]

Oh my God, I don’t care!

Unknown [00:32:36]

That moth now looks like Jesus on somebody’s grill driving a dually through Georgetown.

Dale Dudley [00:55:58]

Part 2: Vacation Plans

Dale discusses vacation planning for spring break, deciding not to fly due to high airfares and instead looking for a local hotel getaway within driving distance in Texas. The show covers multiple topics including a Cleveland TV anchor suspended after accidentally using a racial slur despite her apology, Texas legislators’ hypocrisy on marriage equality (including a rabbi who performed Austin’s gay marriage doing their invocation), and Matthew Palmer’s ongoing battle with Austin Code Enforcement over his fence despite winning in court. Dale also announces Dr. Tony Hicks will appear Monday to discuss diet and nutrition.

Segments

  • Sobriety observations [00:00:00] — Dale and the hosts discuss how stopping drinking feels weird rather than better, with observations about napping and nervous energy.
  • Spring break vacation planning begins [00:00:40] — Dale explains he talked his wife out of flying due to high airfare ($540 per person to Albuquerque) and is looking for a local hotel/resort getaway instead.
  • Destination debates [00:06:30] — The hosts discuss various Texas destinations including San Antonio, Dallas, Houston, the Hyatt in Bastrop, and Dale’s requirements for a spa and nice hotel.
  • Old girlfriend Facebook update [00:09:50] — Dale gets distracted by an ex-girlfriend’s profile picture change from 1995-97, reminiscing about the relationship.
  • Julia’s vacation suggestion [00:11:40] — Caller Julia suggests Balmorhea State Park, but Bob points out Dale won’t swim in open water and it’s too far to drive.
  • Wife’s ethnicity discussion [00:13:50] — Dale navigates describing his wife as ‘half Mexican and half white’ and being careful about political correctness, leading to humor about her temper.
  • Wife calls in about fishing [00:14:48] — Dale’s wife calls to say she would go fishing with him, sparking jokes about her ethnicity and the neighborhood they live in.
  • Film festival and Dr. Hicks booking confusion [00:19:00] — Discussion of the Dudley and Bob Under 5 Minute Film Festival sponsorships ($4,000 raised so far) and confusion about whether Dr. Tony Hicks is confirmed for Monday.
  • Cleveland anchor suspension story [00:20:48] — Dale discusses the Cleveland TV anchor suspended for three days despite apologizing for accidentally using a racial slur, criticizing media companies for caving to social media pressure.
  • Diet and metabolic age revelation [00:25:45] — Dale reveals his metabolic age is 62 (much older than his actual age) while Bob’s is 6 years younger, promoting Dr. Hicks’ upcoming Monday appearance.
  • Texas legislators and gay marriage [00:28:28] — Dale discusses Tony Tinderholt wanting to punish Austin Judge David Wahlberg for ruling on gay marriage, mocking the ‘activist judge’ terminology.
  • Rabbi performs gay marriage then Capitol invocation [00:36:00] — Story of Rabbi Kerry Baker performing Austin’s gay marriage ceremony, then by chance doing the opening prayer at the Texas Capitol, much to legislators’ chagrin.
  • Son’s potential coming out hypothetical [00:43:40] — Dale discusses how he’d react if his son came out as gay, acknowledging residual conditioning from his upbringing but progressing beyond his father’s response.
  • Matthew Palmer vs. Code Enforcement [00:51:00] — Extended coverage of listener Matthew Palmer’s ongoing battle with Austin Code Enforcement over his RV fence, despite winning a jury trial. City continues to pursue violations.

Guests

  • Dr. Tony Hicks (expert) [00:25:30] — Mentioned as upcoming Monday guest to discuss diet and nutrition, some confusion about booking confirmation

Callers

  • Julia [00:11:47] — Vacation suggestion of Balmorhea State Park Suggestion dismissed as too far and Dale won’t swim in open water, but taken politely
  • Dale’s wife (regular) [00:14:48] — Called to say she’d go fishing with Dale Brief call that led to extended joking about her ethnicity and the whiteness of their neighborhood

Music

  • Golden Earring — Dale plays ‘Read Our Love’ – described as a song ‘you’ve never heard before’
  • ZZ Top — Played during music break
  • AC/DC — Played during music break
  • Emerson, Lake, and Palmer — Played during music break
  • Eric Johnson — Played during music break

Quotes

I’ll do some deep sea fishing in San Antonio.

Dale Dudley [00:12:34]

Anyone on social media who posts something angrily is lazy.

Dale Dudley [00:29:32]

When is an apology not enough? It’s not enough. The minute you apologize, you’re done.

Dale Dudley [00:38:00]

I’d come a long way if I just said, are you sure?

Dale Dudley [00:50:00]

Part 3: The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt

This segment focuses on ‘The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt,’ featuring Daniel Gallo’s first-ever remote broadcast at Down in Texas Saloon on Fat Tuesday. The hosts play his numerous flubbed promo attempts, revealing his nervousness and struggles with timing, pronunciation (Louis vs. Louie Henna), and filling 30 seconds. The segment also includes discussions about tubing etiquette (Daniel refuses to urinate in the river), peeing in public bathrooms, and a comedic debate between Daniel and Carissa about what would happen if the sun exploded.

Segments

  • South by Southwest Live Broadcast Promo [00:00:02] — Dale announces the upcoming live show at Alamo Drafthouse with Leonard Maltin, Jeremy Sisto, Dale Watson, and screening of Cheap Thrills. Also mentions winning an Austin Music Award.
  • Daniel’s First Remote at Down in Texas Saloon [00:01:52] — Matt and Dale discuss Daniel’s first remote broadcast on Fat Tuesday. Daniel describes meeting listener Wes who won a membership and bought him lap dances at previous remotes.
  • Playing Daniel’s Promo Outtakes [00:06:00] — The crew begins playing Daniel’s flubbed remote promos saved on the iPad, including mispronouncing the show name as ‘Dunlea,’ struggling with timing, and sounding like a sideshow barker.
  • Steve the Manager Does the Promo [00:16:22] — Daniel reveals that Steve, the Down in Texas Saloon manager (a 30-year radio veteran), ended up doing the first promo instead of him, demonstrating how it should be done professionally.
  • New Braunfels Can Ban Overturned [00:24:00] — Dale reports that a judge issued a permanent injunction preventing New Braunfels from enforcing the controversial can ban on the Guadalupe and Comal Rivers.
  • Daniel Won’t Pee in the River [00:24:58] — Daniel admits he has to get out of the river to urinate while tubing, leading to widespread mockery from the hosts. Matt points out this behavior causes problems with landowners and may have contributed to the can ban.
  • Public Bathroom Anxiety Discussion [00:28:03] — Extended discussion about Daniel’s bathroom anxiety on airplanes (he held it for seven hours to Ireland), in public places, and his ‘key word’ technique he used at the barbecue restaurant to make himself go.
  • Daniel and Carissa Discuss the Sun Exploding [00:39:05] — Daniel and Carissa have a comedic discussion about what would happen if the sun burned out, covering gravitational pull, time ceasing to exist, and zombie survival. Dale and Bob mostly stay silent to let them talk.

Recurring Bits

  • The Worst of Dudley and Bob [00:06:00] — Playing Daniel’s remote promo outtakes, showcasing all his mistakes and nervous attempts
  • The Sideshow [00:08:10] — Multiple references to content from the Sideshow podcast, including Dale mentioning Carissa feeling injured from yesterday’s episode

Guests

  • Steve (other) [00:16:22] — Manager at Down in Texas Saloon, 30-year radio veteran who helped Daniel with his remote and ended up doing a professional promo
  • Carly (other) [00:06:30] — Employee at Down in Texas Saloon who was Daniel’s remote coordinator and saved his outtakes

Callers

  • Wes (regular) [00:03:38] — Called to say Daniel is awesome after attending the remote Described as a 21-year-old industrial rigger who has listened since childhood, bought Daniel lap dances, won a membership, and already booked audience of one
  • Nick [00:31:12] — Called about having to get drunk before peeing in the river Admitted he gets out of swimming pools to pee, creating more mockery about bathroom anxiety
  • Bob (not Bob Fonseca) [00:32:03] — Called about peeing in rivers and pools Said of course you don’t get out of the river, it just filters in with everything else
  • Randy [00:33:59] — Made ‘Let it flow’ Frozen joke about peeing Asked if Daniel’s lines are written for him because they seem so ridiculous, hosts confirmed they’re real
  • James [00:35:56] — Lake Travis joke about it being 40-50% pee Brief call making a joke about filling Lake Travis with urine

Quotes

The Dunlea and Bob Show’s very own producer

Daniel Gallo [00:07:29]

Not sitting on your laurels and whining about your boyfriend is another

Dale Dudley [00:12:59]

Take your cans down to the Comal and rub it in their stinking faces

Dale Dudley [00:24:41]

Let it flow, let it flow

Caller Randy [00:34:05]

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