🎙️ First Hour Analysis 🎙️

News stories talked about during this portion:

• FedEx truck crash caused by oral sex distraction
• Chicago couple finding squatters in their renovated house
• Gas station owner in Massachusetts refusing to sell gas due to high prices
• Court disruption with cockroaches released in Albany City Court
• Vladimir Putin’s bodyguards allegedly collecting his excrement

Funny moments or memorable quotes:

• Matt joking about COVID wanting to live inside him because “it’s gotta be a friendly place to be”
• Discussion about “Hoochie Daddy shorts” and showing cheek (01:41-08:30)
• Bob’s shame about having servers at restaurants
• Chewy claiming disc golf is “really easy” and he’ll “go pro” in a month (36:00-37:00)
• Matt comparing Fish to “the bear” from The Revenant

Bob’s Rock and Roll News segment (5 paragraphs):

Bob’s Rock and Roll News covered several major stories from the music world. The segment opened with news about Justin Bieber’s health crisis, revealing that the pop star has been diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome, a rare condition similar to Bell’s palsy that causes facial paralysis. This condition, which can be caused by the reactivation of the chickenpox/shingles virus, affects facial nerves and has forced Bieber to cancel shows in Toronto and DC. The hosts noted that tour announcements specifically mentioned it was “non-COVID-related illness,” highlighting how COVID disclaimers have become standard practice.

The segment also covered Jack White’s decision to abandon NFTs, with the former White Stripes frontman calling the concept manipulative and admitting he only participated because his former management company suggested it. White expressed regret about the venture, saying it gave off vibes of “if people are stupid enough to give me money for this, I’ll take it.” This represents a notable shift from an artist who had previously embraced the digital collectible trend.

Wolfgang Van Halen, son of late guitar legend Eddie Van Halen, provided positive news by celebrating the first anniversary of his debut Mammoth album. The younger Van Halen expressed gratitude for the album’s success and hinted that a second Mammoth album is in development. He mentioned that his late father would be “proud and so effing stoked” with how everything has progressed, showing the continuing legacy of the Van Halen name in rock music.

The segment took a dramatic turn with news about KISS, where former guitarist Ace Frehley publicly called out his ex-bandmates Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons for allegedly using backing tracks during live performances. At a recent solo show, Frehley made pointed comments before playing “Detroit Rock City,” stating “we don’t use tapes” – a direct shot at KISS after video evidence suggested the band was lip-syncing and playing to pre-recorded music when technical difficulties exposed the practice.

Bob concluded the segment by expressing hope that the feuding KISS members could reconcile and “make rock great again,” even jokingly suggesting they could all wear red hats. The segment maintained Bob’s signature style of mixing serious music news with humor and personal commentary, ending with his trademark sign-off about reporting rather than making the news.

Rock and roll shoutout/salute:

• No specific rock and roll shoutouts or salutes were given during this segment

Bands talked about during Bob’s Rock and Roll news:

• KISS
• White Stripes (Jack White)
• Mammoth (Wolfgang Van Halen)
• Van Halen

3 paragraph summary (excluding Rock and Roll news):

The show opened with Matt Bearden returning to the studio after recovering from COVID, though he mentioned still testing positive while feeling much better. The hosts discussed the ongoing COVID situation affecting their workplace, with Bob noting he and Spence seem to be the only ones who haven’t contracted it despite Bob’s multiple trips to Vegas. They engaged in casual banter about tanning, farmer’s tans, and fashion trends, with particular focus on “Hoochie Daddy shorts” and Chewy’s discomfort with getting tan lines due to cultural associations with manual labor.

The “Nuts to the Odd” segment featured several bizarre news stories, including a couple found naked in an SUV after crashing into a FedEx truck during oral sex, resulting in serious injuries when the woman bit down during impact. Other stories included a Chicago couple discovering squatters in their renovated home who had changed the locks and produced a fake lease, and a Massachusetts gas station owner who stopped selling gasoline in protest of high prices after nearly 50 years in business. The segment also covered a courthouse disruption where someone released over a thousand cockroaches during an arraignment, forcing the building to close for fumigation.

The final portion focused heavily on Chewy’s new enthusiasm for disc golf, which he’s taken up recently and claims to have mastered quickly. Despite receiving equipment from both Bob and a listener named Fish, Chewy expressed confidence that he could “go pro” within a month, calling the sport “really easy.” The hosts discussed the logistics of disc golf, the equipment involved, and Chewy’s encounters with other players, including a ladies league and fans who recognized him. Bob expressed interest in getting commemorative discs made and potentially organizing group outings, though the summer heat was acknowledged as a major obstacle to outdoor activities.

⏰ Second Hour Analysis ⏰

Food items/restaurants talked about:

• 51:11 – Taco Bell Mexican pizza mentioned as a $9 Friday night option
• 51:32 – 40 chicken nuggets (found in Uber)
• 58:59 – Mexican pizza again as Friday night food choice
• 62:15 – Chewy’s restaurant with queso, chips, and margaritas for happy hour
• 62:22 – Tangerines restaurant mentioned for happy hour spreads

News stories talked about:

• 44:44 – Texas history: Southwest Airlines launched 51 years ago after Supreme Court ruling
• 50:05 – Austin Starbucks locations unionizing (second location)
• 53:12 – UT Longhorn baseball team made College World Series after comeback victory
• 55:08 – Austin won Uber’s Lost and Found Index for most forgetful city for second year in a row
• 75:34 – Austin named Gen Z capital of America with 21% growth in entry-level hiring

Predictions made:

• 43:10 – Bob predicts pickleball is “definitely in our future” for the hosts

Interesting facts shared:

• 45:58 – Southwest Airlines was designed on a cocktail napkin by Herb Kelleher
• 46:30 – Braniff, Continental, and Trans-Texas Airways (who sued Southwest) no longer exist
• 55:16 – Most forgetful time in Austin Ubers is Saturday/Sunday 4-6 PM (going out, not coming back drunk)
• 75:44 – Austin led nation in entry-level hiring growth at 21%, followed by Chattanooga and Raleigh

Phone callers:

• 63:19 – Donnie from Liberty Hill called about having $9 for Friday night, revealed he got beat up by his neighbor over his Jack Russell terrier getting loose

Funny/memorable quotes:

• 42:56 – “Bob so badly wants one son to respect him and to win at a sport”
• 44:17 – “Spence is a soft, artistic guy that’s stuck in an NFL tight end’s body”
• 64:36 – “I blocked every punch with my face”
• 69:13 – “If you’re a grown man who goes by the name Donnie, I’ve never known a grown man named Donnie who wasn’t up to some foolish stuff”

Recurring jokes/gags:

• Ongoing jokes about Spence’s size and reach for pickleball
• Running gag about the name “Donnie” and men who go by that name being troublemakers
• Jokes about Bob’s privileged neighborhood vs. others’ rougher areas

Five paragraph summary:

The second third of the June 13, 2022 Matt & Bob show covered a wide range of topics, starting with continued discussion about Bob’s son’s new interest in disc golf and speculation about future family sports activities like pickleball. The hosts noted how Spence’s impressive wingspan would make him nearly unbeatable at the net, though they questioned whether his athleticism matched his physical advantages.

A significant portion focused on Texas history, specifically the 51st anniversary of Southwest Airlines’ launch following a Supreme Court ruling. Bob, having worked as an account manager for Southwest at GSDM advertising agency, shared personal experiences flying frequently for work and discussed the airline’s humble beginnings at Dallas Love Field, including memories of the flight attendants’ go-go boots and the unique facing-seat configurations that allowed for business meetings mid-flight.

Local Austin news dominated another segment, with discussions about the second Starbucks location unionizing, UT baseball’s dramatic comeback to reach the College World Series, and Austin’s distinction as America’s most forgetful city according to Uber’s Lost and Found Index. The list of bizarre items left in Austin Ubers included everything from 40 chicken nuggets to tree trimmers to employee of the month plaques, leading to speculation about how people could forget such items.

The show’s most entertaining segment came from caller Donnie from Liberty Hill, who revealed he had been beaten up by his neighbor over his Jack Russell terrier repeatedly getting loose. Despite having the altercation captured on his Ring doorbell camera, Donnie seemed almost proud of his double black eyes and claimed he “blocked every punch with his face.” This led to an extended discussion about the psychology of men named Donnie and their tendency toward trouble.

The segment concluded with a Reddit story about kids having a business dispute over a bake sale, where one child left early expecting full profits while another did all the work. When parents got involved, it escalated to receipt auditing and table flipping, which the hosts connected to Austin’s status as the Gen Z capital of America due to unprecedented entry-level job growth, though they noted the irony that despite the city’s wealth, they themselves weren’t benefiting from the boom.

🕐 Third Hour Analysis 🕐

Food or restaurants talked about:

• Jason’s Deli (01:30:16) – Andrew mentioned it was founded in Beaumont, Texas but “no one in Austin loves Jason’s Deli”
• Chick-fil-A (01:30:48) – Andrew said he’s earned enough points for “free Chick-fil-A for an entire lifetime”
• Ruth’s Chris steakhouse (01:29:47) – Bob jokingly asked about taking doctors there
• Pepto-Bismol mentioned in drug game contest (01:43:27)

News stories talked about:

• Gen Z workers moving to Austin for tech jobs, making six figures immediately (01:23:04)
• Young professionals like Jack Chamberlain moving to Austin for companies like Dell, Oracle, IBM (01:23:18)
• Pharmaceutical sales regulations – the “Sunshine Act” from 2009 that restricts gifts to doctors (01:29:32)

Interesting facts shared:

• Computer science degree graduates are “almost guaranteed six figures immediately” (01:22:04)
• Pharmaceutical reps can no longer give promotional items, only provide in-office meals due to regulations (01:29:32)
• Jason’s Deli was founded in Beaumont, Texas (01:30:16)

Memorable moments:

• Matt’s story about passing out after blowing his nose while sick with COVID, yelling “hallway, hallway, hallway” as he collapsed (01:46:45-01:47:47)
• Matt’s detailed analysis of different Real Housewives franchises during his illness recovery (01:51:53-01:54:20)

Callers:

• Andrew (01:25:27) – 28-year-old pharmaceutical sales rep from Beaumont making $100k+
• Second caller discussing startup culture and networking (01:31:35)
• Brandon discussing good looks and pharmaceutical sales (01:34:20)
• Tracy and Chris competing in the drug game contest (01:38:47)

Predictions made:

• Matt joked that Chris (pharmaceutical sales knowledge winner) could “retire by the time you’re 30” (01:31:03)

Five Paragraph Summary:

The show’s final third focused heavily on economic opportunities for young people in Austin, sparked by discussions about Gen Z workers earning six-figure salaries immediately after college, particularly in computer science and tech fields. The conversation highlighted how Austin has become a magnet for ambitious young professionals working for major companies like Dell, Oracle, and IBM, with many relocating specifically for the career opportunities.

A significant portion involved caller Andrew, a 28-year-old pharmaceutical sales representative who moved from Beaumont to Austin three years ago and now earns over $100,000 annually. His call provided insights into the pharmaceutical sales industry, including how regulations like the “Sunshine Act” of 2009 have restricted the promotional gifts that sales reps can provide to doctors, limiting them to only providing in-office meals rather than the traditional swag and expensive dinners.

The hosts conducted a “drug game” contest where callers had to identify common medications from their generic names. Chris dominated the competition against Tracy, correctly identifying drugs like acetaminophen (Tylenol), guaifenesin (Mucinex), loratadine (Claritin), sildenafil (Viagra), and bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol). The contest highlighted both contestants’ familiarity with over-the-counter medications, with Chris winning tickets to see comedian Angela Johnson.

Matt shared a dramatic personal story about his recent COVID experience, particularly a frightening incident where he passed out after blowing his nose, repeatedly yelling “hallway” as he lost consciousness. He described the surreal calmness that comes with approaching unconsciousness and how the experience lasted only seconds but felt significant. His recovery involved binge-watching various Real Housewives franchises with his wife, leading to detailed commentary comparing the wealth levels and fighting styles between the Beverly Hills and New Jersey casts.

The show concluded with reflections on how the hosts handled their staggered COVID infections, with Matt noting that his more accepting approach to being sick contrasted with Bob’s attempts to actively fight the illness through physical exertion. The conversation touched on family dynamics during illness, the guilt associated with being unproductive while sick, and how different people cope with forced downtime, ultimately celebrating their return to full strength in the studio.