Dudley and Bob with Matt — 93.7 KLBJ-FM, Austin — Tuesday, July 7, 2015
This Show
Part 1: Indigenous
The show opens with Dale discussing a failed charity effort called ‘Dudley and Bob Pretend to Care,’ derailed by a demanding carpet recipient. The conversation spirals through multiple tangents including diet talk, Weight Watchers, an upcoming interview with ‘Burger Mary,’ and an extended segment where Carissa repeatedly mispronounces ‘indigenous’ as ‘indigent,’ leading to prolonged teasing. The hosts eventually discuss an alligator death in Orange, Texas, and a viral video of a woman warning people to stay out of the ocean (‘the shark’s house’).
Segments
- Show Open [00:00:01] — Standard opening with intro from Bob Fonseca listing the cast.
- Charity Work Gone Wrong [00:01:20] — Dale recounts the ‘Dudley and Bob Pretend to Care’ charity initiative, which ended after a difficult carpet installation for a demanding recipient. Discussion of the Cactus Pryor community service award.
- Diet Talk and Weight Watchers [00:04:29] — Dale discusses restarting his diet, late-night cookie binging. Matt announces he and his wife are starting Weight Watchers next Thursday.
- Upcoming Guest: Burger Mary [00:07:00] — Dale mentions an upcoming interview with ‘Burger Mary,’ a self-promoting ‘hardcore carnivore’ trying to break into food television.
- Insurance Licensing Debate [00:09:01] — Carissa reveals she was a licensed insurance CSR, leading to the hosts quizzing her on insurance scenarios with mixed results.
- Alligator Death Story Begins [00:17:21] — Dale attempts to discuss an alligator death in Orange, Texas, but gets repeatedly sidetracked.
- The Indigenous Incident [00:18:37] — Carissa says ‘indigenous’ but pronounces it as ‘indigent,’ sparking 20+ minutes of teasing and attempts to correct her.
- Social Media and Trolls [00:21:32] — Dale discusses limiting his social media engagement after encountering trolls, particularly one who made comments about his wife then hid behind a private account.
- Charleston History Tangent [00:28:40] — Daniel discusses visiting the Alsace region of Texas and Charleston’s historic houses, leading to debate about racism in the South.
- Alligator Death Details [00:34:49] — Dale finally gets through the story of Tommy Woodward, who told the gator to ‘F himself’ before diving in and being killed by an alligator in Orange, Texas.
- Viral Shark Warning Video [00:36:26] — The hosts play a viral video of a Tennessee woman on her way to church warning people to stay out of the ocean because ‘it’s the shark’s house.’
Guests
- Burger Mary (other) [00:06:12] — mentioned as upcoming guest, described as a ‘hardcore carnivore’ trying to break into food television; interview to happen later in show
- Woman in viral video (other) [00:36:26] — viral video of Tennessee woman warning about shark attacks played on air
Quotes
They’re not indigenous to Austin
Carissa Jade [00:18:37]
The ocean is the shark’s house
Woman in viral video [00:36:57]
When animals come in my house they end up on the plate
Woman in viral video [00:39:05]
Part 2: Ketchup or Mayo
Dale shares his humiliating Uber driving experience, making under thirty dollars in two hours after expenses. The crew debates mayonnaise vs. Miracle Whip on Chick-fil-A sandwiches, discusses the Oreo ‘thins’ deception, and argues about whether Bob’s Uber adventures are profitable or just depression avoidance. Matt gets mocked for trying to promote his Cap City shows, and the hosts fantasize about starting business ventures they’ll never execute.
Segments
- Best of Austin ballot push [00:00:00] — Dale promotes voting for Dudley & Bob nachos at Cap City Comedy Club in the Austin Chronicle Best of Austin poll, promising improvements if they win.
- Omni Hotel shooter identified [00:01:41] — Discussion of the downtown shooting that killed a 60-year-old cab driver. Dale wrestles with mental health issues and questions why people harm innocents.
- Lawn chair balloon flight arrest [00:06:55] — Canadian man arrested after flying on lawn chair with 110 helium balloons. Crew debates whether this should be illegal.
- Chick-fil-A customer service [00:13:35] — Chick-fil-A ranked number one for customer satisfaction. Dale witnesses the contrast between packed Chick-fil-A and empty Carl’s Jr.
- The great mayo vs. ketchup debate [00:16:21] — Heated argument about proper condiments for Chick-fil-A sandwiches. Dale advocates mayo, Bob insists on nothing or yellow mustard.
- Florida State QB bar assault [00:21:48] — Video shows Florida State quarterback De’Andre Johnson punching a woman at a bar. Crew debates whether it matters if he slapped vs. punched.
- Dale’s Uber disaster [00:26:55] — Dale recounts his humiliating afternoon Ubering: made $29.71 in two hours, spent $18 on car wash, burned a quarter tank of gas, and was recognized by a listener.
- Oreo thins deception [00:39:26] — Dale and Bob rail against Oreo’s new ‘thinner’ cookies as a scam that will make people eat more and still gain weight from carbs.
- The failed incubator [00:43:55] — Bob proposes a think tank for business ideas. Dale explodes about Bob never following through on anything, revealing frustration about their lack of execution.
- Matt’s Cap City giveaway [00:58:09] — Matt tries to promote his weekend Cap City shows while Dale undermines him, proving Matt’s earlier complaint about Dale’s negativity.
Callers
- Philip [00:46:49] — Asked Bob about Ubering in his Jeep Wrangler Bob confirmed people love the ‘Uber tank’ and both rides called it the best Uber ever
- unnamed [00:47:43] — Suggested Bob take the top and doors off the Jeep for Uber Phone quality was poor, Bob dismissed the idea
- Brandon [00:49:04] — Suggested Matt should do an ‘old chef’ Uber service with comedy routine Matt pointed out he has a two-door car and can’t Uber
- Justin [00:50:07] — Made a joke about a ‘completion monkey’ opening doors Dale angrily called him and another caller ‘complete freaking idiots’ for bad jokes
- Cindy [00:56:47] — Suggested Bob start a party bus company combining Ubering with his DJ experience Bob loved the idea of ‘Trans Jam Mobile Party Bus’ for the think tank
Quotes
Why kill innocent people? Don’t kill anybody, but why would you want to go kill innocent people?
Dale Dudley [00:03:31]
You don’t put anything on a Chick-fil-A original sandwich. You keep the picture.
Bob Fonseca [00:16:35]
For two hours work and an 18 dollar car wash, I made twenty nine dollars and seventy one cents.
Dale Dudley [00:32:55]
When this is over, I ain’t got nothing.
Dale Dudley [00:34:46]
It’s not about the calories. It’s about the carbs that will make you hungrier.
Dale Dudley [00:40:44]
Part 3: Cincinnati by the Bay
Jess Pryles, Australian food writer and barbecue expert behind BurgerMary.com, joins the show for an extended interview covering her move to Austin, Texas barbecue culture, Australian vs. American culture, and her approach to food writing. The hosts also play CJ Morgan’s voice-tracking outtakes and show an Al Jazeera video listing areas where America leads the world (often not flattering statistics). The conversation ranges from barbecue techniques to toilet phobias to Australian slang.
Segments
- Oddball Comedy Festival promo and CJ outtakes intro [00:00:00] — Dale promotes the Oddball Comedy Festival, then introduces CJ Morgan’s voice-tracking outtakes showing his frustration and temper while recording his show.
- CJ’s voice-tracking rage compilation [00:02:45] — The show plays multiple clips of CJ Morgan cursing at himself and his copy while trying to record voice tracks, revealing his quick temper and self-criticism.
- Jess Pryles introduction [00:05:20] — Jess Pryles, Australian food writer and barbecue expert, joins the show. Dale initially mistakes her Australian accent for British, leading to banter about accents and Australia.
- How Jess came to Austin [00:08:00] — Jess explains she came to Austin to visit friends, fell in love with the city and Texas barbecue, kept returning, and finally moved here two months ago. She discusses her work with brands and restaurants.
- Harvard barbecue smoker discussion [00:09:48] — Dale brings up a Harvard-designed ‘perfect’ barbecue smoker that automates temperature control via smartphone app, leading to discussion about whether cooking should be art or science.
- Standing in line for barbecue debate [00:10:46] — Dale and Jess discuss whether standing in line for barbecue (like Franklin) is worth it, with Jess saying she won’t wait unless it’s ‘wartime’ and she has stamps.
- Texas barbecue rules and techniques [00:16:00] — Discussion of barbecue rules: eating with hands vs. utensils, sauce vs. no sauce, and the Dalmatian rub (just salt and pepper). Jess explains moist vs. lean brisket preferences.
- Jess’s background and Australia [00:19:37] — Jess reveals she’s been traveling between Australia and Texas for several years, founded the Australasian Barbecue Alliance, and discusses Australian barbecue culture (which means grilling, not smoking).
- Harvard smoker details and cooking philosophy [00:23:00] — More discussion of the Harvard smoker’s temperature controls. Jess explains why every brisket is different and the pitmaster’s skill matters regardless of equipment.
- Daniel’s ‘Cincinnati by the Bay’ gaffe [00:26:40] — Daniel reveals he’d heard Sydney called ‘Cincinnati by the Bay’ (meaning underwhelming). Jess corrects him, saying Sydney is more like LA – all about being seen and property prices.
- Travel to Australia recommendations [00:29:00] — Jess recommends visiting the Outback (not the steakhouse) via Alice Springs, mentions the direct Dallas to Brisbane flight is the longest in the world, and discusses kangaroos as food.
- Eating kangaroo and Australian wildlife [00:30:28] — Jess confirms Australians eat kangaroo (‘they’re like our deer, they’re a pest’), describes the meat as lean, dark, and gamey like venison. Discussion of Australian fauna.
- Australia’s gun laws and Johnny Depp’s dog [00:32:00] — Discussion of Australia having no rabies, gun control laws (which took all guns away), and Johnny Depp trying to smuggle his dog into the country on a private jet.
- Ayers Rock/Uluru political correctness [00:33:24] — Daniel asks about Ayers Rock; Jess corrects him that it’s now called Uluru (the original Aboriginal name). Discussion of first nations people and apologies for colonization.
- Genetic anxiety and phobias discussion [00:35:43] — Dale discusses theory that anxieties and fears may be inherited from recent ancestors, not just evolutionary. Bob relates this to his kids having similar anxieties he never taught them.
- Al Jazeera America video about U.S. statistics [00:37:39] — The show plays an Al Jazeera America video made for July 4th listing areas where America leads the world: incarceration, obesity, gun ownership, porn production, painkiller consumption, teen pregnancy, credit card debt, etc.
- Patriotism vs. jingoism debate [00:42:05] — Dale argues that true patriotism is questioning leaders and calling out injustice, not just flag-waving. Jess discusses the difference between national pride and blind nationalism.
- Woman who died from not pooping [00:46:00] — Dale discusses news story of a woman who died after not defecating for eight weeks due to toilet phobia. Her colon compressed her diaphragm into her heart. Discussion of Daniel’s bathroom anxieties.
- Daniel’s bathroom phobias explained [00:51:00] — Daniel explains he’s overcome his number two anxiety at work but still prefers stalls for urinating. Bob argues you can’t question phobias, they just exist.
- Final banter and wrap-up [00:53:00] — Dale suggests Jess come back and fill in as a host. Discussion of famous Australians (Olivia Newton-John, Keith Urban vs. Karl Urban confusion). The interview wraps with plans to work together on something.
Guests
- Jess Pryles (expert) [00:05:20] — Australian food writer, barbecue expert, and founder of BurgerMary.com. Moved to Austin two months ago after years of traveling between Australia and Texas. Works with brands like Thermapen and does TV work in Australia.
Quotes
I do not stand in line for food unless it’s wartime and I have stamps.
Jess Pryles [00:10:56]
I don’t trust you if you don’t like steak.
Jess Pryles [00:14:23]
Moist for flavor, lean to know if the pit master’s talented.
Jess Pryles [00:17:22]
In Texas, that’s salt and pepper. It’s called the Dalmatian rub.
Jess Pryles [00:25:08]
Patriotism is questioning your leaders and pointing out when something isn’t just.
Dale Dudley [00:43:01]