Holmberg's Morning Sickness - Arizona: Episode Summary (January 28, 2025)

Host and Crew:

• John Holmberg (Host)
• Frank Caliendo
• Brady Bogen
• Bret Vesely
• Dick Toledo

1. Holmberg Bound Release & Frank’s First Beer

The episode kicks off with John Holmberg announcing the promotion of the "Holmberg Bound" release, encouraging listeners to join Frank Caliendo for his first beer-drinking experience at Four Peaks in Tempe.

• John Holmberg (00:33): "We're just going to promote away, Frank. If you're going to do it, we're going to do it tonight."
• Frank Caliendo (00:50): "I'm starting tonight."

The crew emphasizes the charitable aspect, stating that proceeds benefit the Humane Society. They invite listeners to pre-order and attend the event between 6 to 8 PM.

• John Holmberg (00:51): "Every time you get one Humane Society benefits because we're giving the money to the Humane Society."

2. Recounting Past Appearances and Events

The conversation shifts to reminiscing about previous events involving Frank, such as hosting a firefighter and police-related event during COVID and participating in a golf tournament with sponsor complications.

• Frank Caliendo (05:09): "Right."
• John Holmberg (05:19): "But we never did that. So that wasn't a favor used."

They humorously discuss the challenges of coordinating appearances and the unexpected situations that arose, highlighting Frank's unpredictable nature.

3. The Urinal Spitting Phenomenon

A significant portion of the episode delves into the quirky topic of men spitting while urinating, a behavior that has puzzled John Holmberg. The hosts engage in a lively debate about its prevalence, reasons, and whether women partake in the same habit.

• John Holmberg (06:57): "This bothered me last night and it's on my mind..."
• Frank Caliendo (07:34): "I've seen that. You've seen it two places, and it's just awesome."

They explore possible psychological explanations, such as territorial marking or subconscious behaviors, while sharing personal anecdotes.

• John Holmberg (09:02): "You just do."
• Brady (09:02): "I don't."

The discussion remains light-hearted, filled with jokes and playful jabs at each other’s habits.

4. Attractiveness Study: How Many Women Find You Attractive?

Transitioning to a more introspective topic, John Holmberg brings up a study questioning how many women would find a man attractive upon entering a room. The humorous debate centers around each host’s self-assessed attractiveness.

• John Holmberg (14:19): "They're familiar with the traditional handsome Brad Pitt man..."
• Frank Caliendo (15:07): "What have they seen in the past?"

The hosts humorously critique each other's looks, referencing celebrities like Chris Hemsworth and poking fun at their own perceived lack of allure.

• Frank Caliendo (16:01): "I've stood next to Chris Hemsworth and women fainted when they saw."
• John Holmberg (18:07): "I get zero. Five to ten out of a thousand."

This segment underscores the camaraderie and playful teasing among the hosts.

5. Promoting Upcoming Shows and Events

The episode circles back to promoting Frank’s upcoming performances at Desert Ridge Improv. John Holmberg invites listeners to attend, highlighting the comedic stories and interactions they can expect.

• John Holmberg (24:36): "Frank's at the Desert Ridge Improv this weekend if you want to go Friday and Saturday."
• Frank Caliendo (24:35): "I'm gonna be there tonight."

They discuss logistical details, such as the venue's location and the timing of the events, ensuring listeners have all the necessary information to attend.

6. Closing Remarks

As the episode nears its end, the hosts continue their light-hearted banter, addressing Frank’s commitment to attending the event and sharing final jokes.

• Frank Caliendo (25:56): "I have no idea how brilliant."
• John Holmberg (27:54): "Thank you, Frank. It was fun to have you."

The episode concludes with encouragement for listeners to participate in the upcoming events and engage with the show’s community.

Notable Quotes:

• John Holmberg (00:33): "We're just going to promote away, Frank."
• Frank Caliendo (05:09): "Right."
• John Holmberg (07:34): "Why do we do that?"
• Frank Caliendo (15:07): "What have they seen in the past?"
• John Holmberg (18:07): "I get zero. Five to ten out of a thousand."
• Frank Caliendo (24:35): "I'm gonna be there tonight."
• John Holmberg (27:54): "Thank you, Frank. It was fun to have you."

Conclusion:

This episode of "Holmberg's Morning Sickness" delivered its trademark blend of humor, personal anecdotes, and engaging discussions. From promoting charitable events and recounting past experiences to dissecting quirky restroom behaviors and debating personal attractiveness, the hosts maintained a lively and entertaining atmosphere. The episode concluded with enthusiastic promotion of upcoming shows, ensuring listeners remained connected and engaged with the show's vibrant community.