Dudley and Bob with Matt — 93.7 KLBJ-FM, Austin — Friday, April 7, 2017
This Show
- Old Segregated Schools & Summer Camp
- Carissa_ Patient Zero & Cereal Fanatics
- The Journalistic Integrity Bracket_ Round 2 & Celebrity Chat
Part 1: Old Segregated Schools & Summer Camp
Dale discusses his segregated high school experience in Tyler, Texas in the 1970s, including separate proms for white and black students. Wes Nessman, Dale’s former radio partner from Lubbock, calls in for the celebrity call-in bit. Dale announces his son is attending Pokemon camp at Dragon’s Lair after survival camp fell through. The show also covers Don Rickles’ death, a Kuwaiti maid who fell seven stories, and an elderly Texas man sentenced to 15 years for intentionally hitting motorcyclists.
Segments
- Podcast migration announcement [00:00:00] — Show announces they are moving to a new iTunes feed, with the old one ending May 1st.
- Show open and morning banter [00:01:00] — Standard show opening with Dale and Bob discussing cars, Matt nursing a hangover from LaShonda’s wake.
- Segregated proms and school dances [00:06:00] — Dale describes how his Tyler, Texas high school had private, segregated dances in the 1970s where parents served alcohol to teenagers, following race riots that canceled official school events.
- Wes Nessman calls in [00:19:56] — Dale’s former Lubbock radio partner calls for the celebrity contest, they reminisce about their time together and discuss a skull ring Wes has worn for 29 years.
- Dragon’s Lair and summer camp drama [00:27:00] — Dale thanks Dragon’s Lair comic store for working his son into Pokemon camp after survival camp fell through, discusses complex summer arrangements with another family.
- Syria bombing discussion [00:31:50] — Dale questions the moral equivalency of outrage over chemical weapons versus other forms of killing, referencing recent U.S. strikes.
- Fake Bobby Bones call [00:35:15] — Weak fake celebrity call attempting to impersonate Bobby Bones from Nashville, immediately rejected by the hosts.
- Don Rickles tribute [00:38:00] — Dale plays clips of Don Rickles with Frank Sinatra from the Tonight Show, discussing his death at age 90.
- Kuwaiti maid fall update [00:43:20] — Follow-up on viral video of maid falling seven stories, employer arrested, discussion of treatment of Ethiopian workers in Kuwait.
- Motorcyclist assault sentencing [00:45:13] — Texas man William Sam Crum, 69, sentenced to 15 years for intentionally veering into motorcyclists, video reviewed.
Guests
- Wes Nessman (other) [00:19:56] — Dale’s former radio partner from Lubbock, now Brand Manager/PD at 94 FMX, called in for celebrity contest
Callers
- Adam Wolf [00:19:56] — Had Wes Nessman call in as his celebrity Led to a genuine reunion conversation between Dale and his old partner, discussion of skull ring story
- unnamed (Bobby Bones impersonator) [00:35:15] — Attempted to fake being Bobby Bones from Nashville for the celebrity contest Immediately rejected as weak and unconvincing, Dale and hosts expressed frustration with listeners sending fake calls
Quotes
We were taught to fear them. I was.
Dale Dudley [00:15:45]
Dead is dead, right? Last I checked.
Dale Dudley [00:32:00]
Part 2: Carissa_ Patient Zero & Cereal Fanatics
The segment opens with Carissa revealing she had shingles and potentially exposed the office, sending Daniel into a panic about getting chickenpox. This derails the show into extended discussions about stress, vaccines, and Carissa’s health. The hosts field calls from listeners about stress, Daniel and Chuy discuss cereal preferences from a camping documentary, and the show touches on fast food innovations. A powerful clip of Victor Reed speaking to Austin City Council about gentrification and racism in East Austin airs, shifting the tone. A celebrity call from lawyer David Comey wraps up the segment.
Segments
- Podcast Migration Announcement [00:00:00] — Bob reads an announcement about the show moving to a new iTunes feed, urging listeners to subscribe to the new one before the old feed disappears May 1st.
- Carissa’s Shingles Reveal [00:01:02] — Daniel realizes Carissa had shingles and potentially exposed the office. He panics about getting chickenpox since he’s unsure if he’s had it or been vaccinated, while Carissa defends herself saying she didn’t know what it was at first.
- Chickenpox Vaccine Discussion [00:08:32] — Dale explains Daniel can get a chickenpox vaccine at drugstores without a prescription, but Daniel insists on consulting his doctor first, frustrating the hosts.
- Stress Debate [00:11:00] — Carissa claims stress caused her shingles because she works 16-hour days. The hosts push back, arguing everyone has stress and hers isn’t unique, leading to a tense back-and-forth.
- Mrs. Whitman Teaching Moment [00:17:32] — Dale shares a story about re-evaluating his anger toward a teacher who said he’d end up in prison, realizing he may have been a difficult student and she may have been trying to motivate him.
- Stress Callers [00:23:45] — Callers Mike, Katie, and Dustin share their experiences with stress. Mike discusses anxiety and past substance abuse, Katie explains she overcame anxiety by not caring about others’ problems, and Dustin mentions his divorce and fake leg controversy.
- Fast Food Fanatic – Cereal Wars [00:33:02] — Daniel and Chuy’s campout discussion about desert island cereals spills into the show. Daniel reveals his top choices include Captain Crunch and Honeycomb, leading to discussions of cereal-infused beers and fast food innovations.
- Celebrity Call – David Comey [00:34:56] — Attorney David Comey calls in on behalf of Eric Canto. The hosts discuss his ‘attorney that rocks’ billboards and personal injury practice, and Matt pitches a ‘Battle of the Austin Celebrity Lawyers’ concept.
- Food Innovation Rundown [00:41:00] — Dale runs through various food innovations: Captain Crunch beer, Froot Loops milkshakes at Burger King, cherry pie Frappuccino at Starbucks, Taco Bell’s naked breakfast taco with an egg shell, and mac and cheese burger buns.
- Victor Reed at City Council [00:50:30] — The show plays powerful audio of Victor Reed emotionally confronting Austin City Council about gentrification, displacement of East Austin residents, and their task force failing to include people who actually experience the problems they claim to address.
- K2/Spice Crisis Downtown [00:56:25] — Brief discussion of synthetic marijuana (K2/spice) causing medical emergencies downtown, with hosts arguing legal weed would solve the problem.
Recurring Bits
- Fast Food Fanatic [00:33:02] — Extended discussion of cereal preferences, fast food innovations including Captain Crunch beer, Froot Loops shakes, and mac and cheese burger buns
Guests
- David Comey (other) [00:34:00] — Austin attorney calling in for Eric Canto as part of the celebrity call-in contest; known for ‘attorney that rocks’ billboards
- Victor Reed (other) [00:51:30] — Austin resident whose emotional speech to City Council about East Austin gentrification and displacement was played on air
Callers
- Mike [00:23:53] — Stress, anxiety, inability to sleep, past as a crackhead, stealing from his mom Dale offers advice about avoiding iPads before bed and focusing on one thing when trying to sleep; Mike mentions 5-HTP supplement that helped him
- Katie [00:26:51] — Works 96 hours a week in EMS, used to have anxiety but overcame it She advises Carissa to stop caring about other people’s problems; her approach impresses the hosts
- Dustin (regular) [00:27:47] — Stressed about divorce, selling house, and people thinking he has a fake leg Revealed as the ‘Audience of One’ listener from previous week with the unusual crutch; asked about his experience
Quotes
Every time I’m awake, there is a voice in my head telling me what a fraud I am.
Dale Dudley [00:16:41]
Other people’s problems aren’t my problems. I just don’t care.
Caller Katie [00:27:32]
You got the audacity to come to my community and still get funding like you helping my people.
Victor Reed [00:53:31]
Part 3: The Journalistic Integrity Bracket_ Round 2 & Celebrity Chat
This segment wraps up the Journalistic Integrity Bracket round two, with the hosts voting on local TV news personalities. The main focus shifts to celebrity phone-ins for a contest, featuring calls from actor James Roday (Psych), bassist Phil Buckman (Filter/Fuel), country singer Neal McCoy, and actor W. Earl Brown (Deadwood). The segment blends the bracket voting with celebrity calls, casual music discussion, and banter about East Texas geography and pop culture.
Segments
- Podcast Migration Announcement [00:00:00] — Pre-show announcement about the podcast moving to a new iTunes feed, with the old one being discontinued by May 1st.
- James Roday Call [00:00:31] — Actor James Roday from Psych calls in on behalf of Stephanie Lozos. Carissa is a huge Psych fan. Roday discusses his transition to directing and the movie Rolling, Kansas.
- Journalistic Integrity Bracket Round Two [00:08:08] — The hosts resume voting on local Austin TV news personalities, including matches between Hema Muller vs. Natalie Ferrari, Yvonne Nava vs. Gigi Barnett, and others. Daniel struggles to keep up with the pace.
- Dale Self-Call [00:25:32] — Dale does a meta bit calling into his own show using a phone filter effect on behalf of Dustin Kersinger.
- Pop Squirrel Appears [00:28:25] — Dale’s recurring character Pop Squirrel makes an appearance via voice effect, discussing the Journalistic Integrity Tournament in crude terms.
- Pepsi Commercial Discussion [00:31:36] — Bob explains how advertising agencies work when a major commercial fails, discussing the controversial Pepsi/Kendall Jenner protest ad.
- Phil Buckman Call [00:34:29] — Bassist Phil Buckman from Filter and Fuel calls on behalf of Martin Palmer. Discussion of his music career, voice acting work, and bass guitars with ESP.
- Michael the Wheelchair Caller [00:45:03] — Regular caller Michael phones in to discuss whether the hosts had watched the Pepsi commercial before hearing the controversy.
- Neal McCoy Call [00:46:44] — Country singer Neal McCoy calls from Longview, Texas on behalf of Jeremy Ray. Dale and Neal bond over East Texas geography and discuss Neal’s touring schedule and being an older dad.
- W. Earl Brown Call [00:58:31] — Actor W. Earl Brown (Deadwood, There’s Something About Mary) calls on behalf of Chris King. Discussion of why Deadwood ended, the potential movie, and his new show about 1970s stand-up comedy.
Recurring Bits
- Journalistic Integrity Bracket [00:08:53] — Round two voting with audience of one Claire participating. Multiple matchups voted on with typical chaos and side arguments about whether they are judging based on looks or actual journalism.
- Pop Squirrel [00:28:25] — Dale’s voice-effect character appears to comment on the Journalistic Integrity Tournament and make crude jokes.
- Audience of One [00:09:01] — Claire is present in studio and participates in the bracket voting. Dale makes uncomfortable comments about her appearance.
Guests
- James Roday (comedian) [00:01:03] — Actor from Psych TV series, calling on behalf of Stephanie Lozos. Discussed his San Antonio roots, transition to directing, and the movie Rolling, Kansas filmed in Austin after 9/11. Related to CJ Morgan (revealed but not detailed how).
- Phil Buckman (musician) [00:34:29] — Bassist who played with Filter and currently with Fuel. Calling for Martin Palmer. Discussed voice acting work, touring, ESP bass guitars, being an older dad to twin girls, and love of The Beatles.
- Neal McCoy (musician) [00:46:48] — Country singer from Longview, Texas calling for Jeremy Ray. Discussed touring 180 days a year, being an older dad with a kindergartner, and growing up in East Texas. Had hits in the 90s including ‘The Shake’ and ‘Billy’s Got His Beer Goggles On.’
- W. Earl Brown (other) [00:58:54] — Character actor known for Deadwood, calling for Chris King. Discussed why Deadwood ended (corporate power play), potential Deadwood movie, hosting Merle Haggard tribute, and new Showtime series about 1973 LA comedy scene.
- Claire (other) [00:09:01] — Audience of One member who participated in Journalistic Integrity Tournament voting. Has a boyfriend. Offered to take Chewie (Chuy) out to meet her single friends.
Callers
- Michael (Austin area) (regular) [00:45:08] — Asked if the hosts watched the Pepsi commercial before learning about the controversy Brief discussion about the commercial being pulled due to social media backlash, Dale cut him off when another celebrity called
Music
- Earl Thomas Conley — Discussed ‘Holding Her and Loving You’ — played briefly to demonstrate 80s country music
- Neal McCoy — Played ‘The Shake’ music video after his phone call. Dale remembered him from the 90s after seeing the video.
- Neal McCoy — Played ‘Billy’s Got His Beer Goggles On’ — the hosts discussed this was a huge hit, released in 2005
Quotes
This is about journalistic integrity.
Dale Dudley [00:08:49]
I just hire the mentally ill and the slow.
Dale Dudley [00:13:09]
If West Texas was a wagon wheel, Alpine would be the center.
Bob Fonseca [00:23:42]
All I do is listen to The Beatles.
Phil Buckman [00:40:14]