Bad Friends: "Bobby’s Dog Died on Fancy’s B Day"

Hosts: Bobby Lee & Andrew Santino
Date: March 30, 2026

Episode Overview

This episode of Bad Friends revolves around Bobby Lee dealing with the recent loss of his beloved dog, Remy, which happened to coincide with Fancy’s birthday. Bobby and Andrew dig into the emotional (and often awkwardly comedic) realities of grief, share wild stories from Bobby’s stint on a comedy cruise, pitch absurd show ideas, and discuss the dynamics of friendship and family. Meanwhile, the crew celebrates Fancy’s birthday with songs, gifts, and good-natured ribbing, maintaining the show’s signature balance of irreverence and heart.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Remy the Dog’s Passing

• Bobby recounts Remy’s life and death:

  • Remy, a dog they rescued years prior, was an important emotional presence in Bobby’s life. (26:19)
  • During his final days, Remy could not move or eat; Kalila (Bobby’s ex) called Bobby when the end was near. (27:16)
  • The euthanasia process is described in detail—how a vet comes to the house, sedates the animal, and then administers a second shot. (29:47)
  • Bobby tries to lighten the somber moment with jokes about the vet being attractive and the surreal moment of grief and vulnerability. (28:45–29:38)

• Bobby’s grief process:

  • He admits to wailing after Remy passed, but also maintains a belief that he’ll see his loved ones—human or animal—again.

    “I always believe I’m going to see them again... It’s almost just like, I’ll see you soon, maybe because I’ll die soon.” – Bobby (33:02)

  • He questions the public display of grief on social media, preferring to keep it private:

    “I don’t want people to go, ‘Oh, I’m so sorry...’ That’s not where—I mean, this is a podcast, we tell our fans what’s really going on.” – Bobby (35:12)

• Memories and dog loyalty:

  • Bobby reflects on Remy’s loyalty, comparing him to other pets who are "betrayers."

    “Remy’s like, no, you’re my guy.” – Bobby (36:47)

  • The episode notes the deep bond formed and how hard it is to say goodbye:

    “You just don’t... I had no idea that you could literally bond with it like it’s family.” – Bobby (38:15)

2. Birthday Shenanigans for Fancy

• Celebrating Fancy’s birthday:
  • The crew sings a custom Spanish birthday song for Fancy, complete with rehearsed verses and playful banter. (18:02–19:32)
  • Gift reveal: A toy Tesla Cybertruck—prompting jokes about its cost and utility. (19:49–20:11)
  • The segment is wrapped in classic Bad Friends style: affectionate, teasing, and a little chaotic.

3. Bobby’s Comedy Cruise Adventure

• Performing at Sea:

  • Bobby shares experiences from a comedian cruise headlined by Adam Devine and friends. He initially expected short showcase sets but had to headline two solo shows in a rocking theater. (05:30–07:33)
  • First show: A huge success—Bobby “crushed” and briefly fantasized about becoming a career cruise comic.
  • Second show: Total bomb, same crowd, same material.

    “The first eight rows… it was the same eight rows in the first...they’d seen it already a day before.” – Bobby (07:59)

  • To save face, Bobby takes his clothes off onstage:

    “When that problem is tough enough, you take your clothes off.” – Bobby (10:27)

  • Relays wild moments, such as photos with strangers, a wild afterparty, and a humorous recounting of bingo night with Eric Griffin. (11:07)

• “The Haven” Experience:

  • Describes the private, elite area for comics on the ship—pool, steam, Jacuzzi, catering—plus failed attempts by friends to access it. (12:46–13:22)

• Pitching a Bad Friends Cruise:

  • Bobby pitches the idea, Andrew expresses hesitance and a litany of fears (pirates, food, feeling trapped), sparking a classic long-form bit.

    “Let’s do a vote, Carlos. Do it online. If people would come… let’s just see how many people would come.” – Bobby (61:20)
    “Every comic I know who’s been on these cruises… just did the exact same thing. I want to do my own cruise.” – Andrew (61:41)

4. Relationship and Workplace Comedy

• Smelling Co-Star’s Armpit:
  • Bobby tells a story about asking a (married) actress during a shoot if he can smell her armpit—as a joke. (15:06–17:28)
  • Both hosts analyze workplace boundaries, consent, and intent. Andrew admits he wouldn't have done it, Bobby clarifies he asked permission and it went over well.

    “If you ask nicely... you said, ‘May I smell?’ She gave you one big huff.” – Andrew & Carlos (17:22)
    “Purity. Purity as essential oil. Like an essential oil.” – Bobby describes the scent (17:29)

5. Family, Chores, and Living Together

• Laundry Debates and Housework:
  • Jokey argument erupts about who does actual chores, folding towels, and how Bobby claims he’s never witnessed the girls do laundry (39:08).
  • Andrew compares himself to Daredevil, stating his senses would detect laundry being done. (39:27)
  • Classic observational humor about living with family and household negotiation.

6. Pop Culture & Upcoming Plans

• Coachella and Music Talk:

  • Plans for attending Coachella, lineup chat (Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, Carol G, The Strokes), ticket price shock ($1,000+ a person), and reminiscing about past festival snafus. (51:08–55:22)
  • Bobby promises this will be his first and last Coachella.

• VR, Escape Rooms, and Game Nights:

  • Bobby relives victories (and minor drama) at VR gaming and escape rooms, touting himself as a fun uncle, while Andrew accuses him of being overly competitive and bossy in team games. (45:03–49:42)

7. Generational and Parental Jokes

• Parents and Tech:
  • Andrew vents about helping his aging parents use Apple TV, describing the universal frustration of remote tech troubleshooting. (66:13)
  • Classic observational riffing about family stress.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• On the surreal process of animal euthanasia:

  “There’s two shots… one is full of Valium…other things… he did a face like… at peace. The second shot is the thing.” – Bobby (29:51–30:25)

• On grief and afterlife:

  “I always believe they're still with me. I'm gonna see them again. It's just, I'll see you soon, maybe because I'll die soon.” – Bobby (33:10)

• On cruise show failure:

  “First show, fucking crush. Second show, same people came… Tanking.” – Bobby (07:26–08:49)

• The Bobby Lee method for bombing onstage:

  “There’s an answer to every problem—and when that problem is tough enough, you take your clothes off.” – Bobby (10:26)

• On not broadcasting grief online:

  “It’s not something to... I don’t want, you know, people to go, ‘Oh, I’m so sorry.’ That’s not where—I mean, this is a podcast, we tell our fans what’s really going on.” – Bobby (35:12)

• Pop culture confusion:

  “How is [Taco Bell] not Spanish? Taco…And bell. There’s so many bells in Spain, dude!” – Bobby (42:17)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• [04:14] – Bobby announces and process around Remy’s death begins
• [05:42] – Bobby explains expectations vs. reality on the comedy cruise
• [07:26] – Details about first (great) and second (bombed) cruise shows
• [09:44] – Andrew and Bobby analyze Bobby’s habit of sending death photos
• [15:06] – Bobby tells the “smelling armpit as a joke” set story
• [18:02] – Fancy’s birthday; “Happy Birthday” song in Spanish
• [26:19] – In-depth discussion of Remy’s life and passing
• [29:47] – Home euthanasia procedure, Bobby’s coping mechanisms
• [33:02] – Spiritual views on afterlife and loss
• [38:15] – Reflecting on dog/human family bond
• [45:03] – Recap of VR gaming, escape rooms, Bobby as “fun” uncle
• [51:08] – Coachella pricing, festival memories, and exasperation
• [61:20] – Bobby pitches a fan cruise; Andrew’s cruise skepticism/bit
• [66:13] – Andrew’s story about tech issues with his parents

Tone & Style

The episode flows with Bad Friends’ signature irreverence, self-deprecation, and dark humor—even in the shadow of real loss. Bobby shares deeply about Remy but maintains a comedic edge, often dipping into absurdities or playful arguments with Andrew and the rest of the crew. Throughout, the warmth and messiness of chosen “family”—friends—undergird everything.

Final Thoughts

“Bobby’s Dog Died on Fancy’s B Day” is a classic Bad Friends blend of heartfelt storytelling, awkward over-sharing, and relentless bits. Through laughter and tears, the episode explores the fragility of life, the weirdness of showbiz, and the true role of friends as family—one birthday song and cruise ship disaster at a time.

For new listeners:

• If you want to flip between grief, gags, and group therapy by way of Taco Bell and cruise disasters, this episode is quintessential Bad Friends.
• For deep moments: Refer to [26:19–35:50]. For cruise chaos: [05:30–13:22]. For birthday laughs: [18:02–20:11].