Dudley and Bob with Matt — 93.7 KLBJ-FM, Austin — Tuesday, March 24, 2015
This Show
Part 1: Oh this Business
Dale unleashes a prolonged rant about the frustrations of working in radio, triggered by balancing eight months of checkbook entries, dealing with mandatory corporate health screenings, and receiving yet another memo prohibiting April Fool’s Day pranks. He vents about insurance bureaucracy, the industry’s creative stagnation, management’s lack of enthusiasm for the station’s 40th anniversary, and the news that DJ Big Boy left Emma’s for Clear Channel’s $3.1 million offer plus private jet access. Bob shares his own struggles with the company’s password systems, while the hosts discuss Daniel Gallo’s upcoming wedding and texters offer support.
Segments
- Show Open and Microphone Issues [00:00:07] — Bob delivers the show intro. Dale discusses yesterday’s microphone problems, which turned out to be a defective new mic that fried at the end of the previous show.
- Dale’s Sleepless Night [00:01:56] — Dale reveals he didn’t sleep, having spent the evening balancing eight months of checkbook entries while stressed about buying a house despite working in the unstable radio industry.
- Station Anniversary Apathy [00:04:08] — Dale recounts asking management about plans for the station’s 40th anniversary and receiving zero enthusiasm or ideas from anyone in the meeting.
- Big Boy and Industry Depression [00:05:30] — Dale discusses how the entire radio industry seems depressed, mentioning Big Boy leaving Emma’s and stations firing people left and right.
- Checkbook Balancing Nightmare [00:06:00] — Dale details his four-and-a-half-hour ordeal balancing eight months of checkbook entries, discovering he had $10,000-$15,000 less than he thought, and taking a Xanax to cope.
- Insurance and New York Life Costs [00:08:30] — Dale vents about seeing $390/month for New York Life and $70/month for disability insurance in his checkbook, questioning the value.
- Annual April Fool’s Memo [00:10:01] — Dale begins discussing the yearly corporate memo prohibiting April Fool’s Day pranks without management approval, expressing frustration about creative restrictions.
- Radio’s Low Status in Show Business [00:14:59] — Dale and the crew discuss why radio is viewed as the lowest form of show business, with Dale defending the creative work they do versus just playing records.
- Corporate Review System Failures [00:21:10] — Bob describes trying to log into the halogen review system, successfully resetting his password, only to be immediately locked out again.
- Health Screening and Insurance Points [00:23:24] — Dale explains the mandatory health screenings and website questionnaires employees must complete to save $600-$800 on insurance, expressing frustration with the Vivere and Cast Light systems.
- Vice President of Rock Email [00:29:42] — Dale reads the annual email from Rick Bayless, ‘Vice President of Rock,’ prohibiting April Fool’s Day stunts, mocking both the title and the directive.
- Syndication Rejection [00:36:57] — Dale vents about the Vice President of Rock rejecting putting their show in St. Louis, despite management praising their talent.
- Daniel Gallo’s Wedding and Marriage Advice [00:40:05] — Discussion of Daniel Gallo’s wedding (he’s off this week) and Bob’s advice to have kids early, which Dale interprets as bitter.
- Big Boy’s Private Jet Perk [00:40:44] — Dale reveals Big Boy’s deal with Clear Channel included $3.1-3.5 million plus access to the iHeart Radio private jet, expressing envy and frustration.
- Eagles Concert and Joe Walsh Song [00:46:22] — Dale plays ‘Pretty Maids All In A Row’ by Joe Walsh from the Eagles’ Hotel California album, describing it as a song that makes him cry and sharing a story about receiving an apology call from Joe Walsh.
Callers
- unnamed [00:42:07] — Called to praise the show and say he works on a military base Brief supportive call, thanked for his service
- unnamed [00:44:39] — 19-year-old listener calling to say he’s listened his entire life and supports them when they have bad mornings Dale gives him cynical life advice about not getting married and seeing a doctor if he catches something, joking about how depressing it is to hear someone so young has listened their whole life
Music
- Joe Walsh / Eagles — Dale played ‘Pretty Maids All In A Row’ from Hotel California album, describing it as a song that makes him cry
Quotes
40th anniversary, zero enthusiasm from anyone in the room, none.
Dale Dudley [00:04:34]
I’m better off if I go out into the garage and turn the car on.
Dale Dudley [00:09:00]
I’m a machine. Get up, make the funny, be told you can’t get a raise.
Dale Dudley [00:09:24]
I’m the Queen Bee mother effort. I have more talent than anyone in this building except Jeff Ward.
Dale Dudley [00:20:00]
Did you know we have a boss named Rick? Vice President of Rock? That’s not a real thing!
Dale Dudley [00:29:04]
It’s so great Clear Channel changed their name to iHeart Radio. They iHearted radio so much they fired everybody.
Dale Dudley [00:41:16]
Part 2: Gentrification
This part of the show covers multiple topics including Ted Cruz’s presidential campaign announcement, Jon Stewart’s commentary on it, and an anti-gay marriage rally at the Texas Capitol. The hosts then dive into a lengthy discussion about gentrification in East Austin, sparked by attorney Adam Reposa’s controversial sticker stunt. Matt provides an in-depth analysis of gentrification, race, and capitalism that frustrates Dale who wants to move on. The segment ends with Pat Robertson clips about gay marriage and Ronald Reagan.
Segments
- Wife’s new job and family connections [00:00:00] — Dale discusses his wife’s new job (which he can’t promote due to FTC rules) and Bob’s cousin by marriage who was a dancer in an 80s music video.
- Corporate complaints and titles [00:01:50] — Dale jokes about podcast titles for executives and discusses not being a Vice President despite 28 years at the station. He explains how the ‘executive producer’ title came about when he was in a mental hospital.
- Jon Stewart on Ted Cruz [00:05:00] — The show plays a Jon Stewart clip mocking Ted Cruz’s Liberty University speech where he asked students to text ‘constitution’ to a mysterious number while promising to protect privacy rights.
- Anti-gay marriage rally at Texas Capitol [00:12:04] — Dale covers a rally at the Texas Capitol opposing gay marriage, featuring Lt. Governor Dan Patrick. He criticizes the speakers and plays clips from the event.
- HBO’s ‘Going Clear’ scientology documentary [00:17:31] — Discussion of the new HBO documentary about Scientology based on Lawrence Wright’s book. Dale shares his encounter with Wright and talks about the church’s history of intimidating reporters.
- Adam Reposa gentrification sticker controversy [00:26:15] — Coverage of attorney Adam Reposa’s stunt putting ‘whites only’ stickers on East Austin businesses to protest gentrification. The segment includes news clips and discussion of Representative Dawnna Dukes’ response.
- Extended gentrification discussion [00:28:44] — Matt provides a lengthy analysis of gentrification, racism, redlining, and economic displacement in East Austin. Dale grows frustrated wanting to move on to other topics. Matt discusses his own experience living on the east side and the challenges facing the neighborhood.
- Caller on gentrification [00:44:47] — A caller attempts to contribute to the gentrification discussion but speaks in a monotone manner. Dale cuts him off and moves on.
- Pat Robertson triple header [00:48:30] — The show plays three Pat Robertson clips: one comparing gay wedding cakes to religious liberty violations, one comparing having a gay son to having a drug addict, and one praising Ronald Reagan while criticizing Obama.
Callers
- unnamed [00:44:47] — Gentrification and institutional racism Dale found him too monotone and boring, cut him off mid-explanation about post-WWII GI bills and preferential loans. Matt joked about giving him Bruce Hornsby tickets.
Quotes
It’s not about being anti-anything. It’s about being pro a water fountain just for white people.
Dale Dudley [00:12:47]
Let’s not worry about the kids getting the worst education. Let’s worry about what gay men do in the bedroom.
Dale Dudley [00:16:18]
You can’t call the police because your feelings are hurt. It’s not something they deal with.
Dale Dudley [00:28:03]
It’s very easy when you’ve never been told this is the only neighborhood you get to live in.
Matt Bearden [00:33:25]
It’s frustrating sometimes to work with two dumb people. Two idiots.
Matt Bearden [00:53:08]
Part 3: Go Eat Bugs
The show tackles Austin code enforcement overreach through a call with Matthew Palmer, whose fence battle finally concluded after a jury ruled in his favor—though Code Director Carl Smart still threatened to pursue him. Nathan Allen from Aspire Food Group brings in cricket-based food products to discuss sustainable eating, leading to on-air taste tests with mixed reactions (Dale gagged on whole crickets). KVU anchor Quita Culpepper drops in unexpectedly, leading to nostalgia about past relationships and Dale admitting he once called her mother to say he wanted ‘cocoa babies.’
Segments
- Film Festival Sponsor Pitch [00:00:00] — Dale promotes the Dudley and Bob Under Five Minute Film Festival, seeking sponsors to reach the $10,000 prize goal (currently at $7,800). Lists existing sponsors including High Brew Coffee and Heat Wave Bed Bug Control.
- Code Enforcement Meeting Recap [00:02:52] — Dale discusses the previous night’s Public Safety Committee meeting about code enforcement abuses, playing a Fox 7 news report featuring the Matthew Palmer fence case and Councilman Don Zimmerman’s response.
- Matthew Palmer Live Call [00:07:28] — Matthew Palmer calls in to discuss the code enforcement hearing. He reveals Carl Smart said he’d still come after him despite losing in court, and that APD showed up at another resident’s home with no official record of being called.
- People of the Neighborhood: Nathan Allen [00:20:48] — Nathan Allen from Little Herds and Aspire Food Group arrives to discuss cricket farming and edible insects as sustainable protein sources. He brings cricket powder muffins, whole roasted crickets, and Hopper Crunch granola for tasting.
- Quita Culpepper Surprise Visit [00:43:05] — KVU news anchor Quita Culpepper stops by after finishing downstairs at another station. Conversation turns nostalgic about past relationships, with Dale admitting he once called her mother saying he wanted ‘cocoa babies’ with her.
Recurring Bits
- People of the Neighborhood [00:20:48] — Nathan Allen presented as the featured neighborhood person, complete with Sesame Street-style musical intro
- The Sideshow [00:01:41] — Dale promotes the daily podcast, mentions yesterday’s episode about marriage advice for Daniel, notes 10 vault episodes now free on iTunes
Guests
- Nathan Allen (expert) [00:20:48] — Co-founder of Little Herds nonprofit and employee of Aspire Food Group, Austin’s first cricket farm for human consumption. Brought samples of cricket-based foods for tasting.
- Quita Culpepper (other) [00:43:05] — KVU news anchor who dropped in unexpectedly after finishing at another station. Long-time friend of the show, currently dating a Dallas reporter she previously dated years ago.
Callers
- Matthew Palmer (South Austin) (regular) [00:07:37] — His ongoing fence code enforcement case and the previous night’s Public Safety Committee hearing Revealed that Carl Smart threatened to pursue him again despite jury ruling in his favor, and shared story of another resident (Ryan Reed) whose code enforcement visit included five APD officers with no official record
Text Line
- [00:18:51] A local business owner reported the city required him to tear up newly-laid sod and replace it with grass seed — read by Dale Dudley Added to the ongoing rant about absurd code enforcement priorities
Quotes
Why is Carl Smart still employed?
Dale Dudley [00:09:53]
Mark Ott, it’s time for Mark Ott to go.
Dale Dudley [00:15:29]
It wasn’t my soulmate… but I can respect how we felt for each other.
Dale Dudley [00:35:25]