Podcast Summary: Holmberg's Morning Sickness – Hulk Hogan & Jimmy Hart Special / BK Sings

Episode: 01-19-26
Date: January 19, 2026
Host(s): John Holmberg, Brady Bogen, Brett Vesely, Dick Toledo
Guests: Hulk Hogan, Jimmy Hart, BK (Byun-Hyun Kim)

Episode Overview

This high-energy episode blends nostalgia, wrestling legends, and signature HMS irreverent humor. Iconic figures Hulk Hogan and wrestling manager Jimmy Hart join the crew to reminisce about the heyday of professional wrestling and promote the resurgence of TNA (Total Nonstop Action Wrestling). The conversation is filled with playful banter, reflections on wrestling's past, and plugs for upcoming shows. The second major segment, “BK Sings,” features the character BK (likely a parody of former Diamondbacks pitcher Byun-Hyun Kim), engaging in comedic, over-the-top “song contests” and trash talk.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Wrestling Legends Call-In: Hulk Hogan & Jimmy Hart

Timestamps: 01:22–12:12

• Nostalgia and “Mark Out” Moments:

  • The hosts, lifelong wrestling fans, react with awe at getting both Hulk Hogan and Jimmy Hart on the line, confessing that these are childhood heroes and mid-80s wrestling staples ([01:22–02:17]).
  • “Is this my life flashing before me, Brady? Because this pretty much eats up a good portion of the mid-80s for me.” – Brady ([01:54])

• Playful Banter and Comedy Bits:

  • Hogan and Hart immediately engage in comic routines, riffing about Hart swiping Hogan’s wallet ([03:06–03:17]).
  • “Jimmy, give me my wallet back. Brother... Now my wallet’s missing. Where’s my damn wallet?” – Hulk Hogan ([03:06])

• Nostalgic Look at Wrestling Stereotypes and Characters:

  • Holmberg and the hosts quiz Hogan on the lost art of wrestling’s larger-than-life stereotypes and characters ([04:10–04:33]).
  • “You beat up the Iron Sheik... You were the Real American... Are you going to be crushing other nations in honor of America once again?” – Brady ([04:10])

• Hogan on Reviving Old School Wrestling Spirit in TNA:

  • Hogan critiques modern wrestling for lacking character, and explains his leadership in TNA focuses on drama, conflict, and performer-driven promos ([04:33–05:53]).
  • “If you depend on writers to tell you everything to say... go up north to WWE... We need drama, we need edginess, we need confrontations, we need violence, we need comedy, we need anticipation. And that’s where we’re going.” – Hulk Hogan ([04:33])

• Hogan Returning to the Ring and “Monday Night Wars” Redux:

  • Big announcement: Hogan’s first live TV match in a decade is coming up, with TNA going head-to-head versus WWE ([05:32–05:53]).
  • “We might get knocked down. We picked the fight. We’re going to keep getting up and we’re going to prove we can put out better programming, brother.” – Hulk Hogan ([05:53])

• Roster and “Legends Assemble”

  • Discussion of major wrestling names now in TNA: Ric Flair, AJ Styles, Jeff Hardy, Sting, Kurt Angle, Mick Foley ([05:56–06:10]).
  • Playful commentary about Ric Flair’s “family problems,” his abilities, and continued legendary status ([06:17–06:44]).

• Old School Locker Room Tales & Characters

  • Jimmy Hart reminisces about WWF’s colorful locker rooms: “Andre the Giant, Honky Tonk Man tuning a guitar, Jake the Snake, Junkyard Dog, Bobby Heenan, Mr. Fuji ... It was just living color.” – Jimmy Hart ([07:34])

• Live Promos and TV Changes in TNA

  • Jimmy Hart promises TNA would feature live, in-ring interviews instead of pre-tapes, aiming for more spontaneity ([08:18–08:34]).

• Possibility of Hart Foundation Reunion?

  • Jimmy Hart is coy but entertained by the idea, hinting at potential new alliances ([09:21–09:48]).

2. Rapid-Fire Q&A with Hogan & Hart

Timestamps: 10:13–11:24

• “Pause and Toss” Movie Question:

  • The hosts ask their notorious “Pause and Toss” question: “Best love scene in a non-porn movie for the lonely Hulkster nights?” ([10:13])
  • Hogan, confused but game, chooses "True Romance":
    • “Nice job, Patricia Arquette. You know, bang. That was the deal, brother.” – Hulk Hogan ([11:00])

• Odd Rumors: “Do you still eat live chickens for breakfast?” ([11:04])

  • Hogan plays along: “No, not live ones. I eat raw sushi a lot.” ([11:09])

• Final Hype:

  • The hosts and Hogan plug the upcoming Spike TV show and TNA’s new moves ([11:13–11:24]).

3. BK Sings Segment: Song Parody & Razor-Sharp Banter

Timestamps: 15:17–24:36

• BK’s Entrance and Persona:

  • “BK” (Byun-Hyun Kim parody) enters with bombastic, mock-accented swagger, bragging about rings, trash-talking other baseball players, and mocking the hosts ([15:29–17:46]).
  • “I tired of bitches demanding my juices... You don’t rip till you have BK DNA in system.” – BK ([15:57])

• Song Contest Games:

  • BK challenges callers and hosts to finish lyrics to contemporary songs and TV themes, constantly belittling “bitches” and boasting of his “World Series ring.”
  • Hilariously awkward and off-color trash talk: “Is it a World Series ring or is it one of those cheap knockoffs for going to opening day?” – BK ([17:34])

• More “BK DNA” Gags:

  • BK offers his “DNA” as prize, numerous crude puns, and continues his motormouth insults ([19:15–19:28]).

• TV Theme Song Rounds:

  • BK recites “Thank you for being a friend...” (Golden Girls), poking fun at contestants who don’t immediately get it ([22:14–23:39]).
  • “It’s a Golden Girl. See, either he’s gay or he lives with an old woman.” – BK ([23:39])

• BK Exits with More Bragging & Antics:

  • Leaves with more jokes about “bitches in the back of car... breeding, breeding, not breeding,” and references to Dream Palace girls ([24:03–24:36]).

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Hulk Hogan on Promos and Writing:

  • “If you depend on writers to tell you everything to say... go up north. You need to know your art form, you need to know your craft. When you talk the talk, you need to walk the walk. Don’t just sing it. You need to bring it, brother.” ([04:33])

• Jimmy Hart on Old School Wrestling:

  • “Showmanship and charisma will always overshadow athletic ability in wrestling.” ([07:34])

• BK’s Unfiltered Bravado:

  • “I got World Series ring. You got none. That’s right. You finish ririk, bitch.” ([17:34])
  • “BK DNA. That’s what start next. The BK party start today.” ([20:04])

• Meta Commentary:

  • “It was literally like talking to my TV when I was a kid. I would ask him. I didn’t get the Pythons question, and it didn’t matter. He’s just gonna talk about Spike.” – Brady ([12:45])

Important Timestamps

• Hogan/Hart Call-In Begins: 01:22
• Hogan on wrestling’s lost charisma: 04:33
• Hogan plugs TNA’s new direction: 05:32
• Jimmy Hart on live promos: 08:18
• Pause & Toss Q&A: 10:13
• BK Sings segment starts: 15:17
• BK riffs on World Series ring: 17:34
• Golden Girls TV Theme: 22:14

Tone & Style

The episode is fast, unfiltered, and deeply reverential (if irreverently so) toward wrestling lore. Hogan and Hart blend nostalgia with bravado and comedy, while the hosts and BK bring their signature mix of cheekiness and roasted banter.

Listener Takeaway

Even for newcomers, this episode is a trip through wrestling’s golden era, the colorful characters driving TNA’s comeback, and the infectious, joke-cracking spirit of HMS. Packed with quotable moments, legendary guest stars, and wild in-studio antics.

Essential listen for:

• Anyone nostalgic for wrestling’s 80s/90s heyday
• Fans curious about wrestling’s modern shifts
• Listeners who love unpredictable, personality-driven radio comedy