Dudley and Bob with Matt — 93.7 KLBJ-FM, Austin — Thursday, March 26, 2015
This Show
Part 1: Jersey Boys and Nights Out
Dale and Bob attended the Jersey Boys musical preview at the Austin Performing Arts Center, but the contest winners never showed up to sit in their upgraded seats, leaving Dale feeling embarrassed. Bob has been working grueling hours on a second job related to ‘radiation’ and came home to find his bedroom given away to wedding guests for Daniel’s upcoming wedding, forcing him to sleep on a child’s cot. The cast discusses corporate performance reviews, the dysfunctions of their company’s various online systems, and announces Schlotzky’s donated $1,000 to their Under 5 Film Festival, bringing them to $9,300 toward their $10,000 goal.
Segments
- Show Open [00:00:00] — Matt Bearden delivers the show intro. Dale is exhausted from lack of sleep after attending Jersey Boys the night before.
- Jersey Boys Discussion Begins [00:01:25] — Dale mentions attending the Jersey Boys preview and jokes about his son’s first musical. The cast is sleep-deprived and discussing the show.
- Dale’s Jersey Boys Story [00:04:34] — Dale begins telling the story of attending Jersey Boys with his wife, leaving at intermission due to early wake-up time, only to discover the contest winners never showed up to sit next to them.
- Bob’s Exhaustion [00:07:01] — Bob discusses working 1 a.m. nights on a second job for several days straight, breaking through exhaustion into a strange energetic state.
- News Discussion [00:08:32] — Brief discussion of news stories including Chris Cubis, alligator in Del Valle, bouncers on 6th Street, and exorcism fitness craze.
- Dale’s Full Jersey Boys Story [00:11:39] — Dale tells the complete story of the Jersey Boys evening – dinner at Lucy’s Fried Chicken, sitting in upgraded seats, realizing the contest winners were no-shows, and feeling embarrassed when he asked strangers if they were the winners.
- Bob’s Home Invasion [00:24:54] — Bob reveals he couldn’t get into his bedroom because Daniel’s wedding guests were staying there, forcing him to sleep on a child’s cot in his daughter’s room with slat bruises all over his body.
- Corporate Performance Reviews [00:32:01] — Extended discussion of the Halogen 360 review system, corporate awards nominations, Matt’s login problems, and frustrations with multiple company websites.
- Film Festival Update [00:46:21] — Dale announces Schlotzky’s donated $1,000 to the Dudley and Bob Under 5 Film Festival, bringing the total to $9,300 with $700 still needed to reach their $10,000 goal.
Recurring Bits
- The Sideshow [00:09:21] — Dale mentions 10 free downloads of the sideshow on iTunes and teases content that can only appear on the sideshow, including a painful personal story.
Callers
- unnamed [00:41:16] — Asked about the rating system the hosts are using Dale explained it’s a company-wide performance review system for all employees, not just on-air talent
Quotes
That way we’ll never have to pay for a wedding.
Dale Dudley [00:01:50]
Are you the winners? Winners? No.
Dale Dudley [00:18:36]
It’s the sizzle, not the steak.
Matt Bearden [00:19:32]
I was so sofa king angry is what I was.
Bob Fonseca [00:26:38]
Part 2: We are Inappropriate
Dale makes an off-handed innuendo joke about checking someone’s fingers for boudin, which triggers a caller named Kayla to complain it’s inappropriate for children to hear before school. This launches a lengthy debate about being offended, free speech, and content appropriateness. Dale and the crew defend comedy and push back against constant offense-taking. The segment includes traffic rants, brief discussions of the German Wings plane crash (where a co-pilot apparently locked the captain out), gay marriage legislation in Texas, and an alligator spotted in Del Valle. A recurring theme: Dale’s frustration with people who are easily offended versus those who understand the show’s tone.
Segments
- Show promo and podcast plug [00:00:00] — Dale promotes the free daily podcast and the unedited Sideshow podcast, mentions Daniel’s wedding tomorrow and wives dropping out.
- German Wings plane crash news [00:01:17] — Dale discusses breaking CNN coverage of the German Wings crash where the co-pilot apparently locked the captain out of the cockpit and deliberately flew into a mountain. Mocks CNN’s obsessive coverage.
- Woman smoking on airplane [00:06:46] — Dale plays video of a Penn State professor smoking a cigarette on a plane and blaming the passenger next to her. Speculates about medication mixing with altitude causing airplane meltdowns.
- Ed Clements visit [00:11:40] — Former sports guy Ed Clements from KLBJ-AM stops by. Dale playfully challenges him on working for Greg Abbott and supporting conservative positions while claiming to be moderate on gay marriage.
- The Boudin Controversy begins [00:18:14] — Caller Kayla complains that Dale’s joke about smelling fingers for boudin and mentions of prostitutes crossing the Mexican border are inappropriate before kids go to school.
- Dale defends the joke [00:19:57] — Dale argues the innuendo was in the listener’s head, not explicit. Says kids wouldn’t understand the double meaning. Tells caller to grow up and stop being offended.
- Listener support calls [00:21:21] — Multiple callers support the show, say people are too easily offended, and defend the hosts’ right to speak freely.
- Left lane driving rant [00:24:30] — Dale launches into his recurring complaint about drivers who won’t move over from the left lane despite Texas law requiring it. Describes confrontation with a driver on 2222.
- Texas gay marriage license ban [00:29:52] — Discussion of proposed Texas legislation to ban issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples even if the Supreme Court legalizes gay marriage nationwide.
- Traffic control complaint [00:36:37] — Caller Sam complains about Austin police doing poor traffic control at accident scenes.
- Kayla calls back [00:38:44] — Original complaining caller Kayla calls back to clarify she wasn’t trying to bash them on air, just thought the content was inappropriate timing. Dale remains defensive but slightly more measured.
- Clash of Clans discussion [00:45:01] — Dale talks with clan member Eric (‘Harry’) about the game, mentions openings in his clan, and discusses players who text while driving (which he discourages).
- Del Valle alligator [00:48:52] — Dale mocks KVUE news coverage of an alligator spotted in Del Valle, saying it’s being over-hyped and that this wouldn’t be news in Louisiana.
Guests
- Ed Clements (other) [00:11:40] — Former KLBJ-FM sports reporter, now works at KLBJ-AM. Stopped by to promote his current station and discuss Bo Bergdahl charges.
Callers
- Aaron [00:00:39] — Waited 90 minutes to ask about awards for the event tomorrow night Call was garbled and difficult to understand, became a brief running joke
- Kayla [00:18:14] — Complained that Dale’s boudin innuendo and prostitute references were inappropriate before school hours Sparked the entire central segment about being offended, free speech, and appropriateness. She called back later to clarify but the hosts remained defensive. Became the running theme of the show.
- unnamed [00:22:56] — Supported the show, said the complaining caller should turn the channel if offended Validated Dale’s position and was thanked
- Sophia [00:35:14] — Called as same demographic as Kayla but said she had kids in car, wasn’t offended, and just changes station when needed Provided counterpoint showing a reasonable parent response, was praised by hosts
- Sam [00:36:37] — Complained about Austin police doing poor traffic control at accident scenes Led to discussion of traffic management issues
- Brady [00:42:41] — Pointed out the irony that Kayla mentioned prostitutes at 8:03am when complaining about inappropriate content Added to the pile-on against the original complaint
- Carl [00:43:27] — Said kids aren’t the show’s demographic and people should just change the station Another supportive caller reinforcing the hosts’ position
- Eric (Clash of Clans username: Harry) (Austin) (regular) [00:44:33] — Called to talk about Clash of Clans gameplay and clan member ‘Crest’ stealing Dale’s attacks Led to extended discussion of the game and Dale’s clan openings
- Jennifer [00:48:05] — Called to say her kids listen to the show and love it, they know time and place for appropriate behavior Final supportive call wrapping up the controversy segment positively
- Adam [00:48:37] — Said he expects to be offended every time he turns on the radio Tongue-in-cheek final word on the offense controversy
- Brian [00:41:45] — Asked Dale about brown rice and dieting Brief diet discussion, Bob mentioned his appointment was today
Quotes
My career is over. Random Kayla lady doesn’t want to listen to me.
Dale Dudley [00:20:01]
You had it in your head. I meant check his fingers for actual boudin.
Dale Dudley [00:20:56]
Kids are coddled, protected, told to be offended by everything, then handed a trophy.
Dale Dudley [00:39:50]
Why kill the one thing in town that’s still coming from the heart?
Dale Dudley [00:43:51]
Part 3: Race and Callers
The final part of the show focuses heavily on race and racism, sparked by a viral video of an SAE fraternity member apologizing for singing a racist chant. Dale shares a Vegas gambling story where an older Church of Christ woman told him his dead mother must be disappointed in him. Multiple callers weigh in on race issues, with Dale and Bob firmly distinguishing between being offended by jokes versus actual racism. Carissa provides updates on Daniel’s wedding rehearsal and dinner happening that day.
Segments
- Show Opening and Promos [00:00:00] — Dale promotes Boss Hogs, ArenaCross tickets, free Sideshow episodes, and thanks Schlotzky’s for a $1,000 Film Fest sponsorship. Discusses social media reactions to his boudin joke controversy.
- Vegas Gambling Story Setup [00:02:12] — Dale debates whether to tell his Vegas gambling story or the other story about his kids. Matt and Bob tease him about how the story won’t be as good as Matt’s carny story.
- Vegas Ultimate Texas Hold’em [00:04:13] — Dale describes sitting at an ultimate Texas Hold’em table and meeting older Texans from near Wichita Falls. Discussion of the confusing multiple-bet structure that ‘ultimately’ takes your money.
- Church of Christ Confrontation [00:07:37] — The older woman reveals she’s in Vegas for a Church of Christ wedding. Dale mentions he used to be Church of Christ, leading her to judge him and say his dead mother must be disappointed in him—while she’s gambling.
- Chasing Losses [00:09:43] — Dale describes how the woman’s comment distracted him, leading to him chasing his bets and losing $850 total, walking away with only $150 of his original $1,000 gambling budget.
- Lewis Black’s House Party [00:14:51] — Dale mentions attending a reception for filmmaker Jonathan Demme at Lewis Black’s (Austin Chronicle co-founder) home, seeing early 70s UT student films, and talking with Charlie Sexton and Richard Linklater.
- Jersey Boys and Sleep Deprivation [00:18:26] — Dale explains he went to Jersey Boys the night before, got only 2.5 hours of sleep, and is exhausted. Discussion of the ‘sit next to Dale’ contest winner.
- Trying to Call Daniel [00:22:30] — The hosts attempt multiple times to call Daniel Gallo on his wedding eve, but he won’t answer. They leave joking voicemails about important vendors and Tool wanting to play his reception.
- Prank Callers [00:26:54] — Two callers get through—one reminiscing about showing Dale his wife’s post-surgery breasts at Palazzo, another attempting a ‘two of these nuts’ joke that Dale shuts down.
- SAE Racist Chant Apology Video [00:28:54] — Dale plays and comments on viral video of the Oklahoma SAE fraternity member apologizing to black community leaders for singing a racist chant about lynching. Dale questions whether the apology is genuine or theatrical.
- Discussion on Race and Apologies [00:36:59] — Bob and Dale debate whether hearts and minds can truly change, whether punishment helps, and whether a 23-year-old should be labeled for life. Discussion of societal theater and genuine vs. performative apologies.
- Caller Sean on Race [00:39:19] — Caller Sean starts with ‘white on black thing all the time nowadays’ complaints. Dale firmly explains the difference between being offended by jokes versus mocking lynchings, and that white people cannot speak to that historical trauma.
- Daniel Wedding Update [00:41:54] — Carissa enters and reports Daniel called about wedding rehearsal at 2pm and dinner at 6pm. Hosts joke about Daniel being depressed and nervous.
- Caller Derek – German Ancestry Comparison [00:42:02] — Caller Derek tries to compare his German-Czech family leaving in 1913 and his grandmother picking cotton to Black American experience. Dale firmly shuts this down, explaining his own father was a sharecropper but that doesn’t justify his father’s racism.
- Dale’s Impassioned Speech on Race [00:44:48] — Dale delivers a powerful monologue about growing up seeing ‘whites only’ signs at pools and water fountains in 1960s Texas, explaining you cannot reach back generations to European oppression when Jim Crow was one generation ago in America.
- Bob’s Frustration and Reflection [00:45:45] — Bob expresses frustration at having to defend he’s not racist every time a racial incident happens, then acknowledges Dale’s point about the two wounds not equating—being offended by jokes versus actual systemic racism.
- SAE Bus Context Discussion [00:50:03] — Matt and Bob analyze that the SAE member felt ‘safe’ on a bus with 40-50 like-minded people, that he’d done it before, and that all 40+ people are guilty for not stopping him. Discussion of complicity and echo chambers.
- Chuy’s ‘Those People’ Comment [00:51:35] — Chuy (calling in remotely) says ‘some of those people don’t interact with minorities,’ Bob immediately calls him out for saying ‘those people,’ and Chuy jokingly claims to be 1/16th Cherokee to deflect.
- Show Close [00:52:25] — Dale wraps the show, thanks Schlotzky’s again, jokes about spending the Film Fest money on blow, and signs off promoting the Sideshow where he’ll tell his worst pain story.
Recurring Bits
- The Sideshow [00:00:05] — Dale promotes free Sideshow episodes at iTunes and teases his worst pain story for today’s Sideshow
Callers
- unnamed (couples night) [00:26:54] — Reminded Dale about showing him his wife’s breasts after surgery at a Palazzo couples night, mentions he got divorced then back together then divorcing again Brief awkward call, Dale remembers the incident got him in trouble with his wife
- Rob [00:28:01] — Attempted ‘two of these nuts’ prank call setup Dale immediately saw through it and hung up
- Sean [00:39:19] — Complained about ‘white on black thing all the time nowadays’ and examples of black-on-white crime Dale firmly explained the difference between being offended and systemic racism/lynching, Sean eventually acknowledged Dale’s point about not knowing what it’s like to be hunted
- Derek [00:42:02] — Tried to compare his German-Czech family leaving in 1913 and grandmother picking cotton to justify feeling stereotyped as racist Dale shut this down hard, explaining his own father was a sharecropper but that doesn’t justify racism, and that European history doesn’t equate to Jim Crow one generation ago
Quotes
Your mother must be so disappointed in you
Dale Dudley [00:09:08]
Maybe God had sent that woman to you
Bob Fonseca [00:12:05]
This is so fake. Our society is just so fake
Dale Dudley [00:32:07]
You can’t reach back to 1938. It’s in our country one generation removed
Dale Dudley [00:40:18]
I can remember white and colored water fountains in Odessa, Texas
Dale Dudley [00:45:03]
They’re all guilty. No one tapped him on the shoulder
Bob Fonseca [00:51:04]