Dudley and Bob with Matt — 93.7 KLBJ-FM, Austin — Friday, July 31, 2015
This Show
Part 1: Roach City
The show opens with Dale in a good mood after five days sober and discusses roach and rat infestation rankings that put Austin near the top nationally. Callers and listeners interact throughout. The crew discusses hotels, watches a violent East Austin brawl video from the previous day, analyzes a bank robber who appears to be a man in a wig, and debates whether cat-calling should be ticketable. The day before vacation creates a lighter, more chaotic energy.
Segments
- Show open and mood check [00:00:00] — Dale is in an unusually good mood after five days without drinking. The cast discusses their health issues, including Bob’s cold medication hangover and Matt’s neck pain.
- Most infested cities in America [00:10:41] — Discussion of U.S. Census data showing Austin ranks very high nationally for cockroach infestations (around 4th after Florida cities) and is number one for rats alongside Seattle.
- Kathy calls from MRI [00:14:22] — Recurring caller Kathy explains she was able to listen to the show during her MRI after taking Xanax, though the tech initially put on the wrong station.
- Building history and eastside neighborhood changes [00:19:05] — Discussion of the KLBJ building being built by the Johnson family, leading to Matt describing how his East Austin neighborhood has changed as elderly residents died and expensive homes replaced them.
- 80s music tangent: Madness and Oingo Boingo [00:24:44] — The crew plays Madness and debates whether Peter Dinklage appears in Oingo Boingo’s ‘Little Girls’ video. Extended discussion of Danny Elfman’s career transition to film scoring.
- Terry calls in [00:29:12] — Long-time listener Terry calls to say she loves the show and was able to listen during her MRI. She mentions Peter Dinklage and her recovery from illness.
- Bank robbery suspect analysis [00:31:54] — APD is looking for a bank robber on Exposition Boulevard. The hosts analyze surveillance footage and insist it’s obviously a man in a wig, criticizing police for saying it ‘may be’ a male disguised as female.
- Cat-calling debate preview [00:33:58] — Dale mentions an upcoming argument about a woman in Austin who wants the city to ticket people who cat-call women. Carissa claims she gets cat-called frequently; Dale is skeptical.
- East Austin brawl video [00:36:03] — Extended discussion and viewing of violent neighborhood fight caught on video at 11 AM on a weekday. Two families fought with knives, chairs, and two-by-fours after an argument escalated.
- Hotels and ‘highfalutin’ debate [00:41:05] — Extended tangent about what qualifies as a fancy/highfalutin hotel. Discussion of La Quinta, Hyatt, Red Lion, and upcoming high-end hotels in Austin like Zaza.
- Man jumps under moving train [00:47:41] — Video from Channelview, Texas shows a man repeatedly attempting to jump across train tracks by rolling under moving cars. Witnesses say he’s done it multiple times.
Callers
- Kathy (regular) [00:14:15] — Called to say she listened to the show during an MRI while on Xanax, after the technician initially put on the wrong station Pleasant interaction, Dale notes she’s a frequent caller and it sometimes depresses him that it’s always the same people calling
- Allison [00:31:04] — Called to inform them that the three Top Gear hosts are doing a series for Netflix starting in March Quick informational call, Dale expresses hope Netflix won’t bow to political correctness
- Terry [00:29:12] — Long-time listener since the 1980s called to say she listened during an MRI and loves the show and Peter Dinklage Friendly call, she mentions being cured from an illness and thanks the hosts
Music
- Madness — Discussed and played ‘Our House’ after talking about Matt’s East Austin neighborhood; debate about whether they’re ska
- Oingo Boingo — Played ‘Little Girls’ by Danny Elfman’s band; debated whether Peter Dinklage appears in the video
Quotes
Give us some ratings, not Periscope views
Dale Dudley [00:01:38]
This weird thing happens when you don’t drink for five days. I’m in an incredible mood.
Dale Dudley [00:12:56]
The whiny passers-by, the 25-somethings have forgotten we have a Constitution
Dale Dudley [00:18:04]
APD, there’s no possibility. It’s a dude wearing a wig.
Dale Dudley [00:32:20]
No mama, put that blade up
Unknown [00:45:17]
Part 2: Catcalled
The crew discusses a Terry Black’s barbecue lawsuit from neighbors complaining about smoke, Dale’s dental hygiene embarrassment, and spends extensive time debating a woman who wants to make catcalling illegal in Austin. The catcalling segment dominates the second half, with Dale arguing passionately against making it a crime while acknowledging it’s inappropriate behavior. Multiple callers weigh in on both sides.
Segments
- Show opening and promos [00:00:00] — Dale discusses George Lopez tickets, the upcoming sideshow live event (a month out, quarter sold out), and Bob’s makeover bit. Mentions Citizens Police Academy and tactical clothing Bob wore after taking the course.
- Terry Black’s BBQ lawsuit [00:04:51] — Discussion of neighbors suing Terry Black’s barbecue over smoke. Dale jokes that Terry Black’s could win by giving the judge brisket. News clip features attorney Guy Watts representing 15 neighbors.
- Dental visit story [00:11:41] — Dale describes embarrassing teeth cleaning after not going for 2-3 years, watching Tombstone during the procedure, and being told he needs to come back for below-gum-line work.
- Leander HEB rant [00:13:08] — Dale launches into extended description of the Leander HEB, comparing it to The Walking Dead, describing the tiny meat market and sushi chef with crossed arms.
- Bob’s house party and phone call from Dale’s wife [00:15:38] — Dale’s wife Anna calls on-air about going to Bob’s house for a lip-syncing contest for her birthday. Dale protests he didn’t agree to go and they have an awkward on-air marital discussion.
- Leander Citizens on Patrol [00:21:19] — Discussion of new Leander program where citizens will patrol in marked cars after training. Dale and crew mock the concept, compare it to George Zimmerman. Andy Griffith Show clip played.
- Catcalling debate begins [00:33:37] — News story about Austin runner who wants to make street harassment/catcalling a crime. Dale immediately objects to making it illegal, saying you can’t legislate speech even if behavior is inappropriate.
- Catcalling debate intensifies [00:41:28] — Dale argues passionately about First Amendment rights and ‘coddled’ young people wanting to outlaw being offended. Carissa shares her own experience. Multiple callers weigh in from different perspectives.
- Attractiveness double standard [00:56:55] — Caller Susie points out women only want acknowledgment from men they find attractive. Matt references Mike McRae bit about how handsome vs. unattractive men are treated differently.
- Final caller and wrap [01:04:27] — Mindy calls as final word, praising her chivalrous Southern boyfriend. Dale reiterates you cannot legislate this behavior and ends segment.
Callers
- John [00:48:51] — Catcalling as confidence booster Argued catcalling could be a confidence booster for women, was quickly dismissed and hung up on
- Shane [00:49:20] — Benevolent sexism study Mentioned Harvard study calling door-opening ‘benevolent sexism’, sparked brief discussion
- Jennifer [00:50:05] — Comparing to flipping off police Tried to compare catcalling law to disorderly conduct for gestures, Dale corrected her on Supreme Court ruling
- unnamed [00:53:27] — Experience with girlfriend being catcalled Said making a law would be coddling women, agreed with Dale’s position
- Michael [00:54:42] — Unenforceable law Said it’s unenforceable – could be singing along to radio and woman thinks it’s about her. Also questioned why this is news.
- Sabrina [00:55:36] — Against the law Woman caller who gets catcalled downtown but thinks making it a law is ridiculous
- Ashley [00:56:55] — Long-time listener against ordinance Said ordinance is ridiculous and tells women they can’t stand up for themselves
- Susie [00:58:24] — Women only want attention from attractive men Made point that women only want acknowledgment from men they find attractive, sparking discussion of double standards. She’s a runner/workout person.
- unnamed (Leander) [01:01:10] — Unknown – technical difficulties Could not be heard due to cell phone reception issues in building, call failed
- Mindy [01:03:20] — Final word – chivalry and regional differences Praised her Southern chivalrous boyfriend, agreed you cannot legislate this behavior
Quotes
Dress your weight. (in response to Dale saying ‘dress your age’)
Bob Fonseca [00:02:24]
Case dismissed. You are guilty of delicious barbecue.
Dale Dudley [00:10:28]
If you think the world needs to cater and make everything safe for you, go jump off the Pennybacker Bridge.
Dale Dudley [00:40:00]
You have the right to be an a-hole in this country.
Dale Dudley [00:41:01]
Part 3: J.R. Brow
The final segment of the July 31, 2015 show featured comedian J.R. Brow in-studio promoting his Cap City Comedy Club headlining gig. The conversation ranged from Don Zimmerman’s lawsuit against Austin campaign finance laws, to an exorcism caught on tape at an Odessa park, to Pat Robertson’s advice on converting gay people, to an extended discussion about swinging and private jets. The show closed with the weekly ‘Stuff We Got Wrong’ segment, correcting various mistakes made during the week.
Segments
- Don Zimmerman’s lawsuit [00:00:00] — Dale discusses Austin City Council member Don Zimmerman suing the city over campaign finance rules, criticizing him for claiming the media is picking on him when he could defend himself on air for free.
- Odessa exorcism at the park [00:12:34] — Dale shares a news story from his hometown of Odessa about an exorcism performed at a public park, including interview with a local priest warning about unqualified exorcists.
- Pat Robertson’s gay conversion advice [00:21:03] — The hosts play a clip of Pat Robertson telling a caller that gay men can be changed by ‘acting like a man’ and discusses a person who was ‘gorgeous as a woman’ before converting.
- J.R. Brow arrives [00:24:25] — Comedian J.R. Brow joins to promote his Cap City shows and discuss his recent Vegas trip on a private jet.
- Swinging discussion [00:28:51] — Extended conversation about swinger culture, Dale’s visit to a swingers bar, and the dynamics of same-room encounters.
- Loss of smell and taste [00:41:43] — J.R. Brow and intern Aaron bond over both having no sense of smell, discussing how it affects their daily lives.
- Stuff We Got Wrong [00:50:20] — The weekly segment correcting mistakes from the show, including corrections about 30 for 30, Greenwich Mean Time, dangling participles, and various other errors.
- Daniel calls listener over spoiler [01:01:19] — Dale reveals that Daniel tracked down and called a listener who emailed him a Game of Thrones spoiler, yelling at him on the phone.
Recurring Bits
- Stuff We Got Wrong [00:50:20] — Weekly corrections segment with multiple listener emails correcting factual errors from the week, including pronunciation of Greenwich Mean Time, 30 for 30 vs 34 30, and other mistakes
Guests
- J.R. Brow (comedian) [00:24:25] — Headlining comedian at Cap City Comedy Club, discussed his Vegas trip on private jet, poker games, loss of smell and taste from car accident
- Aaron (intern) (other) [00:42:24] — Intern with no sense of smell since birth, bonded with J.R. Brow over shared condition
Callers
- Mark [00:00:12] — Wanted to comment on something but had terrible connection Call was dropped due to poor audio quality, hosts joked about him needing an AT&T phone
- Billy [00:18:56] — Called about Odessa, Texas and Long’s fruit stand Brief pleasant call about his uncle Ralph who owned a place in Odessa, hosts noticed he was walking somewhere
- Mike [00:23:17] — Did a Pat Robertson impression Very brief call that was mostly the impression
Quotes
Why wouldn’t you go do a show? Preach to the choir, they’ve already been reached.
Dale Dudley [00:06:39]
This thing goes twice the speed of sound. Falcon goes Mach 2.
J.R. Brow [00:24:03]
I can distinguish between sweet, sour, bitter. I can make the best meal.
J.R. Brow [00:42:51]