Dudley and Bob with Matt — 93.7 KLBJ-FM, Austin — Friday, April 21, 2017
This Show
Part 1: F___ it, We’ll Do It Live
The show opens with technical difficulties as the regular Friday music bed fails to load and sound effects have gone missing after a system update. Dale expresses frustration with the ongoing technical issues while Daniel and Carissa work to diagnose the problem. The hosts discuss the previous night’s live show at Moon Tower with Ron Bennington, which received enthusiastic praise. Dale also recounts suffering a severe hangover that forced him to call in sick to his AM show.
Segments
- Podcast migration announcement [00:00:00] — Pre-recorded announcement about the show moving to a new iTunes feed, with the old feed being discontinued by May 1st.
- Technical meltdown begins [00:01:01] — The Friday show open music fails to load, and Dale discovers most of the show’s sound effects have disappeared after a system update.
- Moon Tower lineup announcement [00:03:01] — Bob announces guests scheduled for the show including Dan Soder, Colin Quinn, and possibly Ralphie May.
- Dale’s epic hangover story [00:04:00] — Dale describes waking up with a debilitating headache and having to call in sick to his AM show after drinking Jameson neat the night before.
- Sound effects investigation [00:08:00] — Dale presses Daniel about the missing sound effects, discussing the hard drive issues and why there’s been no resolution after three days.
- Juicero juice machine failure [00:18:08] — Discussion of the $700 Juicero machine that millions were invested in, only for people to discover you could just squeeze the bag by hand and get the same result faster.
- Museum of Failure [00:21:47] — Talk about a museum opening in Sweden featuring failed products like Apple Newton, Bic pens for her, Google Glass, and Sony Betamax.
- 384-year-old shopping list [00:24:00] — Story about a 1663 shopping list found in floorboards in England listing pewter spoons, frying pan, and green fish.
- Tax-free emergency weekend [00:28:12] — Discussion of Texas’s tax-free weekend for emergency supplies, including portable generators, batteries, and camping gear.
- Ron Bennington show debrief [00:32:00] — Matt praises Dale and Bob’s interview skills with Ron Bennington at the live show, calling it the best content-wise live show they’ve done.
- Potential Bennington show appearance [00:36:00] — Dale discusses Ron’s invitation to do The Bennington Show in New York, but notes he’d need station permission per his contract.
- America’s ugliest cities [00:38:48] — Review of Travel & Leisure’s least attractive cities list, with confusion over why they show beautiful photos while calling them ugly.
Quotes
Well there goes tradition, ladies and gentlemen.
Dale Dudley [00:01:19]
The on-air product in this building has never been the most important thing.
Dale Dudley [00:11:02]
Our show is insanely funny and entertaining from time to time.
Matt Bearden [00:17:43]
You and Bob really got your interview mojo back.
Matt Bearden [00:36:07]
Part 2: Comedian Ralphie May
Comedian Ralphie May visits the show for a wide-ranging interview covering his Vegas residency, his divorce proceedings, health struggles, dating life, marijuana legalization, and the Alex Jones custody case. The conversation is loose and profane, touching on threesomes, mental health, suicide attempts, and Bill O’Reilly’s sexual harassment scandal. Ralphie promotes his Moontower Comedy Festival appearances including a midnight dirty show at the Paramount.
Segments
- Podcast migration announcement [00:00:00] — Bob reads announcement about the show moving to a new iTunes feed by May 1st.
- Sound effects issues and Carissa’s breakup [00:00:35] — Dale announces Carissa is getting broken up with; sound effects still not working for Dale.
- Ralphie May arrives [00:01:10] — Dale announces Ralphie May has shown up; discusses almost calling him in Vegas but being afraid of bothering people.
- Alex Jones custody case and pot testing [00:01:36] — Discussion of Alex Jones testifying he smokes pot once a year ‘to test its strength’ and blames George Soros for it being too strong.
- Jimmy LaFave tribute [00:07:07] — Dale delivers emotional tribute to Jimmy LaFave who is in hospice; LaFave played ‘Never Is a Moment’ at Dale’s wedding.
- Ralphie May health check-in [00:09:00] — Dale asks about Ralphie’s health; Ralphie confirms he’s doing ‘leaps and bounds better.’
- Vegas residency at Harrah’s [00:09:39] — Ralphie discusses his Vegas residency, the house Caesars rented him, and his 10 p.m. dirty show.
- Divorce announcement [00:10:56] — Ralphie reveals he’s in the middle of a divorce after ten years of marriage; discusses financial implications.
- Porsche debate [00:12:01] — Ralphie calls Dale’s 911 ‘douchebag’ territory; Dale defends it as a used 2013 model.
- Mental health and PC police [00:14:08] — Ralphie discusses being mentally exhausted, going on Lexapro, and dealing with PC backlash including death threats over old material about Native Americans.
- Moontower shows [00:16:41] — Ralphie promotes his Moontower appearances including the midnight dirty show at the Paramount.
- Dale’s marijuana experiments [00:20:47] — Dale admits to testing marijuana after 20 years away from it; discusses five people bringing him different strains.
- Alex Jones divorce details [00:21:40] — Discussion of Alex Jones paying $40K+ per month; comparison to Ralphie’s California divorce proceedings.
- Bob’s stinky gift story [00:24:50] — Matt reveals Ralphie gave him marijuana that made his entire house smell even double-bagged in a closet.
- Dating and threesomes [00:32:05] — Ralphie discusses post-divorce dating including ‘accidentally’ falling into a threesome; explains the ‘Eiffel Tower.’
- Bill O’Reilly scandal [00:38:54] — Discussion of Bill O’Reilly’s $25 million exit package and ‘hot chocolate’ sexual harassment allegations.
- Dale’s 2000 suicide attempt [00:43:51] — Story of Dale holding off cops with a dumbbell and steak knife in 2000; taken to St. David’s Pavilion.
- Ralphie’s health crisis backstory [00:44:22] — Ralphie reveals 2011 bilateral pneumonia and pulmonary embolism nearly killed him; had to stay awake while intubated for 11 days; believes this traumatized his wife and changed their marriage.
- Amanda arrives; final plugs [00:56:00] — Dale’s wife Amanda appears; Ralphie compliments her; Bob promotes Moontower Comedy Fest tickets and individual show sales.
Recurring Bits
- Friday Morning House Party [00:00:38] — Dale mentions it’s ‘big Friday morning house party’
Guests
- Ralphie May (comedian) [00:01:10] — In studio to promote Moontower Comedy Festival shows; discusses divorce, health, Vegas residency, and dating life
- Aaron (Ralphie’s assistant) (other) [00:32:58] — Ralphie’s assistant who witnessed the blonde/brunette threesome story; also present in studio
Quotes
I’ve been testing marijuana to test its strength. I’m testing every strain.
Dale Dudley [00:05:07]
It’s a 9-11. Yes. That’s what makes me go douchebag.
Ralphie May [00:12:03]
It’s the 9-11 S of marijuana.
Ralphie May [00:20:42]
Market it to Republicans. Do you want to pay less taxes and get better roads?
Ralphie May [00:28:45]
I will never crack a mic again for twenty-something million bucks.
Dale Dudley [00:40:09]
Part 3: Dan Soder and Colin Quinn
Dan Soder and Colin Quinn visit the show during Moontower Comedy Festival. Soder talks about his Showtime series ‘Billions’, working with Damian Lewis, and his Sirius XM show. Quinn discusses co-starring in Adam Sandler’s ‘Sandy Wexler’, not getting a car like other Sandler actors, and his off-Broadway one-man shows. The conversation includes stories about edibles on planes, hallucinogens, worst radio guests, and Dale’s wife Amanda interrupting repeatedly. Both guests promote their Moontower shows.
Segments
- Podcast Announcement [00:00:00] — Announcement about the show moving to a new home on iTunes, old feed will be gone by May 1st.
- Dan Soder Interview Begins [00:00:31] — Soder discusses his Sirius XM show with Big Jay Oakerson, Comedy Central paying for it, and how he got on all the major shows in New York.
- Billions Discussion [00:06:03] — Soder talks about his recurring role on Showtime’s Billions, working with Damian Lewis, intimidation of acting with pros, and screwing up finance dialogue.
- Stand-Up vs Acting [00:10:18] — Discussion about how easy acting sets are compared to the road, wrap parties, and Soder turning down acting gigs to honor stand-up commitments.
- Howard Stern Security [00:12:00] — Story about Howard Stern’s extreme security at Sirius building preventing anyone from using hallways when he arrives.
- Edibles on Planes [00:14:32] — Soder’s story about taking too many hash edibles before a flight and watching 10 Cloverfield Lane, spiraling in the middle seat.
- Dale’s Hallucinogen Story [00:15:45] — Dale teases a story about giving his wife hallucinogens that went very badly; she turned him into a skeleton in the shower.
- Dan Soder Wrap-Up [00:18:01] — Promoting Soder’s Moontower shows including The Bonfire at Antone’s and his own shows at the Paramount.
- Colin Quinn Arrives [00:20:57] — Quinn enters and immediately critiques the show for wasting material off-air. Discussion of his visit 10-11 years ago.
- New York Story One-Man Show [00:22:00] — Dale praises Quinn’s Netflix one-man show about New York history. Quinn discusses off-Broadway economics vs Broadway.
- Sandy Wexler and The Car [00:24:52] — Quinn reveals he named the movie ‘Grown Ups’ but never got a car like the stars did. Major running joke about demanding a Maserati from Sandler.
- Sandy Wexler Production [00:27:15] — Quinn describes playing a bombing comedian in Sandy Wexler, wearing a wig that made him look like Danny Bonaduce, and improvising material that the movie shows as bombing.
- Worst Radio Guests [00:29:03] — The crew lists their worst guests: Jimmy JJ Walker (worst), Cary Elwes, Kevin Smith (with asterisk – his girlfriend had just broken up with him), and Gary Busey.
- Personal Life Questions [00:32:33] — Quinn discusses living with girlfriend Jen who doesn’t want to be talked about, no children, previous marriage 12 years ago.
- Texas and Austin Discussion [00:34:03] — Quinn talks about what Austin means to him: Flatlanders, Steve Earle, Townes Van Zandt. Admits he can’t watch documentaries about things he claims to love.
- Stand-Up Psychology [00:40:15] — Quinn argues that stand-ups can’t really hate themselves – you have to have confidence to get on stage with no instrument or skills.
- The Dan Soder Page Controversy [00:42:00] — Running joke that they only have promotional material for Dan Soder, not Colin Quinn, even though Quinn is in the studio.
- Daniel’s Texas History Facts [00:45:02] — Producer Daniel derails interview with facts about Sam Bass, the outlaw killed in Round Rock. Quinn is bewildered but engaged.
- Albuquerque Pronunciation Debate [00:50:00] — Lengthy argument about how to pronounce ‘Albuquerque’ – whether the ‘que’ is pronounced ‘kay’ or ‘key’.
- Three Men and a Baby Story [00:52:22] — Quinn tells story of blowing off Tom Selleck’s invitation to rehearse in his trailer, making Selleck angry, and kids yelling at Leonard Nimoy during filming.
- Big Little Lies Discussion [00:56:43] — Amanda (Dale’s wife) interrupts to confirm that Big Little Lies with its power dynamics and ‘rape scene’ did affect women, leading to awkward on-air moment.
- Show Wrap-Up [00:58:03] — Final plugs for Colin Quinn at the State at Paramount 9:30pm and thanks to Moontower Comedy Festival.
Recurring Bits
- The Sideshow [00:00:50] — The show mentions kicking off Moontower with their Sideshow live with Ron Bennington at the Paramount
Guests
- Dan Soder (comedian) [00:00:31] — Comedian with recurring role on Billions, co-host of The Bonfire on SiriusXM with Big Jay Oakerson. In town for Moontower Comedy Festival. Dale calls him the best radio guest they’ve ever had.
- Colin Quinn (comedian) [00:20:57] — Veteran comedian, former SNL cast member and MTV Remote Control host. Co-stars in Adam Sandler’s Sandy Wexler, has done three one-man shows including one about New York history on Netflix. Named the movie Grown Ups but didn’t get a car.
- Ron Bennington (other) [00:00:50] — SiriusXM host who did a live Sideshow with the crew at the Paramount to kick off Moontower Comedy Festival
Quotes
I have a whole dossier on your new best friend Bennington
Dan Soder [00:01:41]
Being on set is like being a foster kid that moves in with a really rich family
Dan Soder [00:08:53]
I named the movie Grownups. I didn’t get a car
Colin Quinn [00:24:56]
Dan Soder is the best radio guest in the New York Tri-State area. Everybody knows that
Colin Quinn [00:29:00]
I think I’m hilarious. I wouldn’t be able to do standup otherwise
Colin Quinn [00:40:25]
The rape scene – there’s something wrong with me
Carissa Jade [00:57:00]