Dudley and Bob with Matt — 93.7 KLBJ-FM, Austin — Thursday, September 1, 2016
This Show
- The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt
- The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt
- The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt
Part 1: The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt
Kyle Kinane visits the show to promote his Cap City Comedy Club dates. The conversation covers social media addiction, tattoos, and childhood memories before devolving into chaos when Daniel Gallo brings in fermented bean curd for the ‘Worst of’ segment. The smell is so overwhelming that it clears the building, with Bob throwing up and an intern vomiting in the bathroom. The hosts spend several minutes unable to broadcast normally due to the stench.
Segments
- Kyle Kinane’s Mimosa Story [00:00:00] — Kyle opens with stand-up material about a man who sent back a mimosa at a bar on Friday night, establishing his comedy style for the audience.
- Social Media Break and Podcast Discussion [00:01:00] — Dale discusses taking a month off Twitter and his inability to ignore negative comments while ignoring positive feedback from soldiers and people with mental illness.
- Austin Music Awards Plug [00:04:17] — Dale asks listeners to vote for the show in the Austin Music Awards, with his wife handling his Twitter account during his social media break.
- Kyle’s Joke Theft Accusation [00:05:03] — Kyle describes getting into a Twitter argument with someone who accused him of stealing a joke about Golden Girls and Sex and the City, illustrating the problem with online trolls.
- Jigsaw Puzzles and 70s Decor [00:09:24] — The conversation shifts to childhood memories of jigsaw puzzle families, formal dining rooms, wrought iron furniture, and red velvet wall decorations with swords.
- Dale’s Swinging Parents Theory [00:13:23] — Dale shares his suspicion that his parents were swingers in the early 70s, involving the mysterious Suggs family and the movie Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice.
- Ikea Heights Discussion [00:16:24] — Kyle describes a web show called Ikea Heights, a cop drama shot guerrilla-style inside Ikea stores without permission.
- Kyle’s Cap City Shows [00:19:34] — Dale promotes Kyle’s upcoming shows at Cap City Comedy Club, with Kyle sarcastically inviting bachelorette parties and racist jokes.
- Tattoo Talk and Don Quixote [00:21:11] — Discussion of Kyle’s windmill tattoo leads to Dale explaining Don Quixote and Man of La Mancha, revealing he played the title role in high school.
- Dale’s Tattoo Shame [00:26:00] — The cast teases Dale about his embarrassing tattoo, which he refuses to let anyone identify on air, calling it ‘the tattoo of shame.’
- Fermented Bean Curd Catastrophe Begins [00:31:00] — Daniel brings in fermented bean curd for the ‘Worst of’ segment. The smell is so overpowering that it’s detectable before opening the jar.
- Building-Wide Evacuation [00:32:00] — The fermented bean curd smell forces people throughout the building to leave their posts. Bob runs to the bathroom and throws up. A 101X intern vomits. The hosts can barely speak.
- Taiwanese Caller Explains [00:37:00] — A caller named Dan who lived in Taiwan explains that the tofu is actually buried with trash to ferment, and mentions that Ronald Chang actually eats and enjoys it.
- Post-Disaster Ratings Talk [00:39:00] — After the fermented bean curd disaster, Dale discusses the recent Austin Statesman article about ratings and his anxiety about the show’s performance.
Recurring Bits
- The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt [00:31:00] — Daniel brings fermented bean curd for Carissa to try, resulting in the worst smell ever experienced on the show, clearing the entire building
Guests
- Kyle Kinane (comedian) [00:00:00] — In studio to promote his Cap City Comedy Club shows September 1-3, 2016. Has to leave at 9am so cannot stay for The Sideshow podcast.
Callers
- Dan (lived in Taiwan) [00:37:00] — Called to explain fermented bean curd/stinky tofu, which is buried with trash in Taiwan Provided explanation for the horrible smell, mentioned that Ronald Chang actually likes it
Quotes
If I get something negative, I will argue with that. I will try to fix it.
Dale Dudley [00:02:26]
You can’t fight crazy with free time.
Kyle Kinane [00:05:42]
Dale, there’s some things I think I need to tell you about your daddy sexually.
Dale Dudley [00:18:31]
It’s like salty, dirty.
Carissa Jade [00:34:00]
The Chinese need to be wiped off the face of the earth for that invention.
Bob Fonseca [00:38:12]
Part 2: The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt
This segment features an in-studio interview with actor Jesse Eisenberg promoting his film ’30 Minutes or Less’. The hosts discuss Eisenberg’s roles in ‘Zombieland’, ‘The Social Network’, and ‘Adventureland’, touching on his nervous energy and career trajectory. After Eisenberg leaves, the show transitions to a recurring bit featuring local restaurateur Ronald Chang, complete with prank phone calls and impersonations.
Segments
- Pre-Interview Discussion [00:00:00] — Dale discusses the hottest radio personality in town and Anne Hudson from KVET, including stories about filming a TV show for Sky Ball.
- Sky Ball TV Show Story [00:12:34] — Dale recounts filming a reality sports competition show for Fox Sports Network featuring Sky Ball, a product invented by the son of the hula hoop creator.
- Wham-o Hula Hoop Debate [00:18:00] — Extended argument between Dale and Bob about whether Wham-o actually manufactured the hula hoop, with Bob fact-checking Dale’s conversation with the inventor’s son.
- Jesse Eisenberg Interview Begins [00:23:33] — Actor Jesse Eisenberg joins to discuss ’30 Minutes or Less’, directed by the same director as ‘Zombieland’.
- Zombieland Discussion [00:24:00] — Jesse talks about filming ‘Zombieland’, working with Bill Murray, and reveals the movie was shot entirely in Georgia, not Texas despite the license plates.
- Social Network and Mark Zuckerberg [00:28:00] — Jesse discusses playing Mark Zuckerberg, meeting him on Saturday Night Live, and the unexpected massive success of the film.
- Actor Anxiety and Career Path [00:30:00] — Matt and Jesse bond over nervous energy and fidgeting. Jesse talks about his performing arts high school, auditioning, and dealing with success anxiety.
- Adventureland and Film Choices [00:33:00] — Discussion of ‘Adventureland’, ‘The Living Wake’, and Jesse’s preference for character-driven films over big-budget action movies.
- Ronald Chang Segment Begins [00:39:00] — Local restaurateur Ronald Chang visits in-studio to discuss taking his mother to see Jeremy Lin play basketball in San Antonio.
- Taiwan vs. China Discussion [00:45:00] — Daniel and Ronald have a confusing conversation about Taiwanese vs. Chinese identity, with Ronald explaining his heritage.
- Ronald Chang Stories [00:50:00] — Ronald tells stories about being locked in the school library as a kid who didn’t speak English, and cleaning his restaurant with wine.
- Ronald Chang Impersonation Calls [00:53:00] — Prank phone calls come in from people doing Ronald Chang impersonations, including Chris from Traviata doing multiple voices.
Guests
- Jesse Eisenberg (actor) [00:23:33] — Promoting his film ’30 Minutes or Less’, discussing his career including ‘Zombieland’, ‘The Social Network’, and ‘Adventureland’
- Ronald Chang (other) [00:39:00] — Owner of Chinatown restaurant, recurring local personality known for his wine consumption and stories
Callers
- Chris from Traviata (regular) [00:54:56] — Called in doing Ronald Chang impersonation and other voices Performed multiple voice impressions including Ronald Chang and others, entertaining the hosts
- Sam (Austin) [00:56:22] — Long-time listener calling to say he loves the show Brief appreciation call, thanked by hosts
Quotes
She was the hot girl in theater class who didn’t care if you stay while I change
Dale Dudley [00:04:41]
I have too much energy and acting lets me release it in a healthy way
Jesse Eisenberg [00:27:00]
Any positive attention I just feel like now I have even farther to fall
Jesse Eisenberg [00:27:31]
Jeremy Lin, the first Chinese I can actually jump
Ronald Chang [00:45:25]
I don’t have any problem
Ronald Chang [00:53:03]
Part 3: The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt
This part of the show features Dale conducting a prank call with listener Ronald Chang, recording him reading scripted phrases for a soundboard. Dale then tells the elaborate ‘Zev Wanderer’ story about spending his grandparents’ money on a California therapist after a breakup in the 1980s. The show also includes Dale ranting about receiving a collection letter from Lakeway Regional Medical Center over a disputed hospital bill, urging listeners to avoid the facility.
Segments
- Recording Ronald for Soundboard [00:00:00] — Dale and the crew record listener Ronald Chang saying various phrases to create a prank call soundboard, including references to his restaurants and personal details.
- Ebola Prank Call Setup [00:08:24] — The hosts prank caller Molly about Ebola concerns, passing her between fake shows and making jokes about the media panic over the disease.
- Shep Smith on Ebola Panic [00:14:03] — Dale plays audio of Fox News anchor Shep Smith criticizing the media’s overblown coverage of Ebola fears and pointing out the actual minimal risk in the United States.
- KXAN Comments Section [00:17:52] — Dale reads ridiculous Facebook comments from KXAN’s Ebola coverage, mocking commenters who blame Obama and call for extreme measures.
- The Zev Wanderer Story [00:22:05] — Dale tells his famous story about flying to California in the 1980s to see therapist Zev Wanderer after a devastating breakup, spending his grandparents’ savings on aversion therapy that didn’t work.
- Jody Denberg Prank Call [00:37:00] — An impersonator calls in pretending to be KGSR’s Jody Denberg discussing his departure from the station, with Dale playing along and asking him to pronounce band names.
- Lakeway Regional Medical Center Rant [00:47:04] — Dale reads a collection letter from Lakeway Regional Medical Center and launches into an extended rant about their billing practices, urging listeners to avoid the hospital and criticizing their charges.
- Carissa Relationship Defense [00:56:28] — Brief segment where Carissa defends her relationship after apparently feeling the hosts were suggesting communication problems with her boyfriend.
Recurring Bits
- The Worst of Dudley and Bob with Matt [00:00:00] — The entire segment is part of this recurring feature, showcasing memorable moments and stories
Guests
- Ronald Chang (other) [00:00:00] — Restaurant owner who came in to record phrases for a prank call soundboard, owns Chinatown North and Chinatown locations
Callers
- Molly (Austin, Texas) [00:08:24] — Called about Ebola concerns, was pranked by hosts pretending to transfer her between different shows The hosts made jokes about Ebola, bowling, and soup before she caught on and hung up
Music
- Various (played during Zev Wanderer story) — Dale played songs that reminded him of his ex-girlfriend Elizabeth, including what sounds like Statler Brothers ‘Elizabeth’ and other 1980s tracks
Quotes
This is not the opinion of KLBJFM or its advertisers
Dale Dudley [00:48:09]
Whatever you do if your head is falling off do not let the ambulance take you to Lakeway Regional Medical Center
Dale Dudley [00:50:00]
We don’t have widespread panic in America. We should not have it
Shep Smith [00:15:46]
I still owe Zev Wanderer probably with interest now $15,000
Dale Dudley [00:34:53]