Comedy Bang Bang: "Bone-In Salami Sliders"

Released: September 29, 2025
Host: Scott Aukerman
Guests: Jason Mantzoukas, Seth Morris (as Bob Ducca/The Wolf), May Darmon, Owen Burke

Overview

This episode showcases the classic Comedy Bang Bang chaotic energy, built upon effortless riffing, surreal improvisational character bits, and ahead-of-the-curve absurdity. Host Scott Aukerman welcomes returning favorite Jason Mantzoukas, the ever-ailing and list-making Bob Ducca (Seth Morris), foreign exchange student Prince Peter Streusel (May Darmon), and – from America’s heartland – an extremely folksy, possibly murderous new character, Queasy Jeans (Owen Burke). The conversations ricochet from running gags on father-son dynamics to cultural misunderstanding, podcast in-jokes, and totally deranged “slice of life” Americana, all capped by classic CBB plugs and musical themes.

Key Discussion Points & Memorable Moments

Banter & Opening Riffs

Scott & Jason banter about the show’s longevity and cryptic fate:
- “Here we are, 2025. You remain the host.” (Jason, 02:50)
- “For the past 16 plus years...” (Scott, 02:53)
- “Could there be a coup? ...A bloodless coup, I hope.” (Jason/Scott, 02:55-03:00)
Extended riff about social security numbers as words and emojis (02:13-02:37)
“He was the first known E.T.” / “He wrote Entertainment Tonight. Mary Hart’s legs.” (Jason/Scott, 03:37-03:49)

Jason Mantzoukas’s Introduction

Jason jokes about only having two names, and the secret “Rumplestiltskin” rule where if you guess his hidden middle name, he’ll “give you all his gold” (05:07-05:17).
Recounting career highlights with robust improv detours:
- “He’s the TikTok man in the John Wickaverse... TikTok, Mr. Wick.” (Scott, 05:36-05:40)

Classic Jason-Scott Back-and-Forth

Autumn in Los Angeles banter, “the leaves have all changed colors here in Los Angeles” (Jason, 05:46), mocking LA’s seasons.
A recurring riff about the impossibility of a bootlegged six-hour Prince documentary and a mythical six-hour Tom Cruise acting class (06:13-08:06).
- “Tom Cruise told Glenn Powell...look at video of yourself running because you don’t look as cool as you think.” (Jason, 08:14-08:33)

Bob Ducca Arrives (Seth Morris)

Introduced as Scott’s “ex-stepfather” (“married to my mother for six months,” 11:41-11:43).
The duo bat around their complicated family boundaries, leading to a meta-reflection on adult friendships, “What an incredible relationship to be able to have a father-son dynamic that blossoms in adulthood into best friends…” (Jason, 12:21-12:28)
Bob’s endless health and emotional woes:
- "I recently went to Dave and Buster's and had a horrible, horrible experience." (Bob, 12:48)
- He believed “contractors named Dave or Buster” could be found at Dave & Buster’s (13:04-13:22).
- Led to an intricately deranged list of foods he ate there:
  - “Smash Burger Smoke Ass Ribs with Honey Glaze, Atari Sauce, Cheese Stick Stack Barbacoa Quesadilla Loaded Barbacoa Fries, Lee Iacocca Onion Rings… Bone in Salami Sliders… Breaded Elder Abuse Mozzarella Sticks…” (Bob, 17:58-20:08)
- Culmination: “All of which left me feeling very, very ill.” (Bob, 20:08)
- Surreal injury list caused by arcade games: “Human claw machine wedgie… Dance Dance Revolution meniscus tear… the Legend of Zika: Breath of the Wild; Tears of the Kidney Cysts… It’s-a-me, Mersa.” (Bob, 20:33-21:32)

Character Bits: "The Wolf" and FM Radio Parody

Bob morphs into “the Wolf,” a hacky morning drive-time radio host (prompted by “you be... I'll be the Wolf. You're Scott Aukerman and the Wolf,” 23:55).
Parody catchphrases and call-in jokes:
- “Call in right now if you’ve ever been in that situation where your lady says, come buy tampons…” (The Wolf, 25:05)
- Accompanied by riffs on Army surplus mash pads as makeshift tampons (24:32-24:47)

Foreign Exchange Segment: Peter Streusel (May Darmon)

Introduced from Scott’s guest house: “I’ve been staying in Scott’s guest house.” (Peter, 32:00)
CBB group attempts to deduce Peter’s country and background:
- “Austria!” (Peter, 32:12)
Bob proposes a “medical exchange program.” (33:31-33:42)
Peter’s saga:
- Alleged visa troubles, friendship with ICE agents, and brings up needing a “very serious transplant.” (34:59-36:04)
- Hints that he’s possibly royalty, which is later revealed to be true: “I guess you got me. I’m pretty much a prince.” (Peter, 46:12-46:19)
- Faux emotional story about his missing pet, first a cat (“Eddie”), then revealed to be a palace tiger named “Klaus” (47:08).
Classic CBB confusion and multilingual confusion (corn, pumpkins, cat years).

From America’s Heartland: Queasy Jeans (Owen Burke)

Introduced as “from America’s heartland,” real name “Quesadella, which is quesadilla…” (Queasy, 59:33-59:40) and uses “Queasy Jeans” as her folksy alter-ego.
Champions “folksy wisdom” over “experts,” delivers classic adages:
- “Just because a corn cob can fit your butt doesn’t mean it belongs there.” (Queasy, 63:34-63:42)
Her “advice” is half folksy, half suspiciously self-serving, with an undercurrent of possible criminality regarding her brother’s tractor “accident.” (67:01-84:20)
Endless confusion over the gendered nature of “quesadilla,” and the sexual implications thereof (70:15-70:35).
Maintains she is not a murderer: “Just because he died and I don’t have an aliba doesn’t mean…” (Queasy, 73:16-73:20)

The Wolf’s Domestic Woes (Recurring FM Parody)

Continues posing hacky radio call-in premises about marriage and grilling:
- “Give a call if your wife has ever just said, hey, you’re going to a friend’s house, and she’s like, that’s what you’re wearing…” (The Wolf, 48:56)
- Claims a wife named “Glare,” possibly Bob Ducca's alternate universe spouse (56:36).
- Extended bits about Big Green Eggs, brisket vs. ribs, and hosting priorities (54:45-55:14).

Surrealist Details & Group Riff Highlights

CBB’s running love for surreal lists:
- Bob’s menu disasters and ailments (20:08, 21:32)
- Peter’s escalating story about being a prince, his tiger, and his regal wardrobe (46:04-48:20)
Hyper-specific pop culture riffs:
- Taskmaster, Tom Cruise’s running, Michael Caine impressions
- Jokes about Band Bane, TikTok, Club Random podcast, and Walton Goggins’ “Goggins Goggles” (71:50)
- American and Austrian "pumpkin" and "corn" confusion

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

“All of which left me feeling very, very ill.” – Bob Ducca, post-Dave & Busters, (20:08)
“Human claw machine wedgie, Dance Dance Revolution meniscus tear… It’s a-me, Mersa.” – Bob Ducca, (21:38)
“Just because a corn cob can fit your butt doesn’t mean it belongs there.” – Queasy Jeans, (63:34)
“I have an Ozempic sniper. They don’t tell me when it’s coming.” – The Wolf, (38:40)
“I guess you got me. I’m pretty much a prince.” – Peter Streusel, (46:12)
“You have servants. Servants. We don’t like to call them servants anymore. Or the master bedroom.” – Scott, on Peter’s royal entourage, (48:39)
“Just because someone says a lie doesn’t mean it’s not… not true.” – Queasy Jeans, (89:57-90:03)
“I recently went to Dave and Buster’s and had a horrible, horrible experience.” – Bob Ducca, (12:48)
“My wife’s name is Glare.” – The Wolf, (56:35)
“This is the Wolf. If you like that joke, give us call in right now.” – The Wolf, (71:12)

Timestamps for Important Segments

Opening Scott & Jason Banter/Emojis/Social Security: 02:00 - 03:31
Bob Ducca arrives: 11:29
Dave & Buster's surreal food list: 17:58 - 20:08
Physical maladies from the arcade: 20:33 - 21:32
The Wolf “Morning FM DJ” persona emerges: 23:55
Foreign Exchange Student Peter Streusel’s entrance: 31:16
Peter’s royalty revelation: 46:12
Queasy Jeans (America’s Heartland) joins: 58:52
Queasy’s “folksy wisdom” (corn cob adage): 63:34
The Wolf discusses marriage/glare/alternate reality: 54:45, 56:36
Plug section (“Plugberg” theme): 81:28

Tone & Style

The episode’s tone is loose, improvisational, and delightfully absurdist. Rapid-fire character changes, meta-commentary, and escalating bits abound. Each guest adds comedic texture: Jason’s hyper-literate asides, Bob’s never-ending lists and maladies, Peter’s escalating backstory, and Queasy’s homespun wisdom mask increasingly suspicious behavior. Scott deftly orchestrates, playing both straight man and provocateur, and the interjections move at a breakneck but natural-feeling pace.

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Takeaway

This episode is an archetype of Comedy Bang Bang’s signature mayhem: a playful jumble of running jokes, surreal “slice of America” characters, wrenching lists, podcast in-jokes, and improvisational brilliance. Even if you miss in-the-moment callbacks, the joy is in the infectious commitment to each bit, from Dave & Buster’s invented maladies to pop-up radio morning show parodies, Marta-from-Ozempic sniping, and genuine pathos hidden beneath the nonsense. Lifetime fans will be delighted, and newcomers will find it a crash course in CBB’s unique, ever-evolving brand of podcast comedy.

Quick Links

Summary prepared in the spirit and language of Comedy Bang Bang’s participants.

Comedy Bang Bang: "Bone-In Salami Sliders"

Released: September 29, 2025
Host: Scott Aukerman
Guests: Jason Mantzoukas, Seth Morris (as Bob Ducca/The Wolf), May Darmon, Owen Burke

Overview

Key Discussion Points & Memorable Moments

Banter & Opening Riffs

Scott & Jason banter about the show’s longevity and cryptic fate:
- “Here we are, 2025. You remain the host.” (Jason, 02:50)
- “For the past 16 plus years...” (Scott, 02:53)
- “Could there be a coup? ...A bloodless coup, I hope.” (Jason/Scott, 02:55-03:00)
Extended riff about social security numbers as words and emojis (02:13-02:37)
“He was the first known E.T.” / “He wrote Entertainment Tonight. Mary Hart’s legs.” (Jason/Scott, 03:37-03:49)

Jason Mantzoukas’s Introduction

Jason jokes about only having two names, and the secret “Rumplestiltskin” rule where if you guess his hidden middle name, he’ll “give you all his gold” (05:07-05:17).
Recounting career highlights with robust improv detours:
- “He’s the TikTok man in the John Wickaverse... TikTok, Mr. Wick.” (Scott, 05:36-05:40)

Classic Jason-Scott Back-and-Forth

Autumn in Los Angeles banter, “the leaves have all changed colors here in Los Angeles” (Jason, 05:46), mocking LA’s seasons.
A recurring riff about the impossibility of a bootlegged six-hour Prince documentary and a mythical six-hour Tom Cruise acting class (06:13-08:06).
- “Tom Cruise told Glenn Powell...look at video of yourself running because you don’t look as cool as you think.” (Jason, 08:14-08:33)

Bob Ducca Arrives (Seth Morris)

Introduced as Scott’s “ex-stepfather” (“married to my mother for six months,” 11:41-11:43).
The duo bat around their complicated family boundaries, leading to a meta-reflection on adult friendships, “What an incredible relationship to be able to have a father-son dynamic that blossoms in adulthood into best friends…” (Jason, 12:21-12:28)
Bob’s endless health and emotional woes:
- "I recently went to Dave and Buster's and had a horrible, horrible experience." (Bob, 12:48)
- He believed “contractors named Dave or Buster” could be found at Dave & Buster’s (13:04-13:22).
- Led to an intricately deranged list of foods he ate there:
  - “Smash Burger Smoke Ass Ribs with Honey Glaze, Atari Sauce, Cheese Stick Stack Barbacoa Quesadilla Loaded Barbacoa Fries, Lee Iacocca Onion Rings… Bone in Salami Sliders… Breaded Elder Abuse Mozzarella Sticks…” (Bob, 17:58-20:08)
- Culmination: “All of which left me feeling very, very ill.” (Bob, 20:08)
- Surreal injury list caused by arcade games: “Human claw machine wedgie… Dance Dance Revolution meniscus tear… the Legend of Zika: Breath of the Wild; Tears of the Kidney Cysts… It’s-a-me, Mersa.” (Bob, 20:33-21:32)

Character Bits: "The Wolf" and FM Radio Parody

Bob morphs into “the Wolf,” a hacky morning drive-time radio host (prompted by “you be... I'll be the Wolf. You're Scott Aukerman and the Wolf,” 23:55).
Parody catchphrases and call-in jokes:
- “Call in right now if you’ve ever been in that situation where your lady says, come buy tampons…” (The Wolf, 25:05)
- Accompanied by riffs on Army surplus mash pads as makeshift tampons (24:32-24:47)

Foreign Exchange Segment: Peter Streusel (May Darmon)

Introduced from Scott’s guest house: “I’ve been staying in Scott’s guest house.” (Peter, 32:00)
CBB group attempts to deduce Peter’s country and background:
- “Austria!” (Peter, 32:12)
Bob proposes a “medical exchange program.” (33:31-33:42)
Peter’s saga:
- Alleged visa troubles, friendship with ICE agents, and brings up needing a “very serious transplant.” (34:59-36:04)
- Hints that he’s possibly royalty, which is later revealed to be true: “I guess you got me. I’m pretty much a prince.” (Peter, 46:12-46:19)
- Faux emotional story about his missing pet, first a cat (“Eddie”), then revealed to be a palace tiger named “Klaus” (47:08).
Classic CBB confusion and multilingual confusion (corn, pumpkins, cat years).

From America’s Heartland: Queasy Jeans (Owen Burke)

Introduced as “from America’s heartland,” real name “Quesadella, which is quesadilla…” (Queasy, 59:33-59:40) and uses “Queasy Jeans” as her folksy alter-ego.
Champions “folksy wisdom” over “experts,” delivers classic adages:
- “Just because a corn cob can fit your butt doesn’t mean it belongs there.” (Queasy, 63:34-63:42)
Her “advice” is half folksy, half suspiciously self-serving, with an undercurrent of possible criminality regarding her brother’s tractor “accident.” (67:01-84:20)
Endless confusion over the gendered nature of “quesadilla,” and the sexual implications thereof (70:15-70:35).
Maintains she is not a murderer: “Just because he died and I don’t have an aliba doesn’t mean…” (Queasy, 73:16-73:20)

The Wolf’s Domestic Woes (Recurring FM Parody)

Continues posing hacky radio call-in premises about marriage and grilling:
- “Give a call if your wife has ever just said, hey, you’re going to a friend’s house, and she’s like, that’s what you’re wearing…” (The Wolf, 48:56)
- Claims a wife named “Glare,” possibly Bob Ducca's alternate universe spouse (56:36).
- Extended bits about Big Green Eggs, brisket vs. ribs, and hosting priorities (54:45-55:14).

Surrealist Details & Group Riff Highlights

CBB’s running love for surreal lists:
- Bob’s menu disasters and ailments (20:08, 21:32)
- Peter’s escalating story about being a prince, his tiger, and his regal wardrobe (46:04-48:20)
Hyper-specific pop culture riffs:
- Taskmaster, Tom Cruise’s running, Michael Caine impressions
- Jokes about Band Bane, TikTok, Club Random podcast, and Walton Goggins’ “Goggins Goggles” (71:50)
- American and Austrian "pumpkin" and "corn" confusion

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

“All of which left me feeling very, very ill.” – Bob Ducca, post-Dave & Busters, (20:08)
“Human claw machine wedgie, Dance Dance Revolution meniscus tear… It’s a-me, Mersa.” – Bob Ducca, (21:38)
“Just because a corn cob can fit your butt doesn’t mean it belongs there.” – Queasy Jeans, (63:34)
“I have an Ozempic sniper. They don’t tell me when it’s coming.” – The Wolf, (38:40)
“I guess you got me. I’m pretty much a prince.” – Peter Streusel, (46:12)
“You have servants. Servants. We don’t like to call them servants anymore. Or the master bedroom.” – Scott, on Peter’s royal entourage, (48:39)
“Just because someone says a lie doesn’t mean it’s not… not true.” – Queasy Jeans, (89:57-90:03)
“I recently went to Dave and Buster’s and had a horrible, horrible experience.” – Bob Ducca, (12:48)
“My wife’s name is Glare.” – The Wolf, (56:35)
“This is the Wolf. If you like that joke, give us call in right now.” – The Wolf, (71:12)

Timestamps for Important Segments

Opening Scott & Jason Banter/Emojis/Social Security: 02:00 - 03:31
Bob Ducca arrives: 11:29
Dave & Buster's surreal food list: 17:58 - 20:08
Physical maladies from the arcade: 20:33 - 21:32
The Wolf “Morning FM DJ” persona emerges: 23:55
Foreign Exchange Student Peter Streusel’s entrance: 31:16
Peter’s royalty revelation: 46:12
Queasy Jeans (America’s Heartland) joins: 58:52
Queasy’s “folksy wisdom” (corn cob adage): 63:34
The Wolf discusses marriage/glare/alternate reality: 54:45, 56:36
Plug section (“Plugberg” theme): 81:28

Tone & Style

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Takeaway

Quick Links

Summary prepared in the spirit and language of Comedy Bang Bang’s participants.

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Summary

Comedy Bang Bang: "Bone-In Salami Sliders"

Overview

Key Discussion Points & Memorable Moments

Banter & Opening Riffs

Jason Mantzoukas’s Introduction

Classic Jason-Scott Back-and-Forth

Bob Ducca Arrives (Seth Morris)

Character Bits: "The Wolf" and FM Radio Parody

Foreign Exchange Segment: Peter Streusel (May Darmon)

From America’s Heartland: Queasy Jeans (Owen Burke)

The Wolf’s Domestic Woes (Recurring FM Parody)

Surrealist Details & Group Riff Highlights

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

Timestamps for Important Segments

Tone & Style

Takeaway

Quick Links

Summary

Comedy Bang Bang: "Bone-In Salami Sliders"

Overview

Key Discussion Points & Memorable Moments

Banter & Opening Riffs

Jason Mantzoukas’s Introduction

Classic Jason-Scott Back-and-Forth

Bob Ducca Arrives (Seth Morris)

Character Bits: "The Wolf" and FM Radio Parody

Foreign Exchange Segment: Peter Streusel (May Darmon)

From America’s Heartland: Queasy Jeans (Owen Burke)

The Wolf’s Domestic Woes (Recurring FM Parody)

Surrealist Details & Group Riff Highlights

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

Timestamps for Important Segments

Tone & Style

Takeaway

Quick Links