Podcast Summary: Holmberg's Morning Sickness – Entertainment Drill

Episode: 02-03-26 – New Book On Bernie Sanders & Shattering Orgasms

Date: February 3, 2026
Hosts: John Holmberg, Brady Bogen, Bret Vesely, Dick Toledo, Philip Stafford
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This episode of Holmberg’s Morning Sickness dives into the whirlwind of entertainment news, led by the headline-grabbing revelation from a new book claiming Bernie Sanders once built a device to achieve “cosmos-shattering orgasms.” With irreverence and their trademark edgy humor, the crew riff on the story, joke about politics, and wind through other entertainment headlines including Super Bowl halftime show controversies and upcoming betting stats.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Bernie Sanders & The Orgasm Contraption

Timestamps: 04:12 – 08:59

• Revelation: Philip Stafford introduces an upcoming book, “Bernie for Burlington,” claiming Bernie Sanders built a device for “cosmos-shattering orgasms.”

• Wilhelm Reich Influence: The crew discuss Reich’s theory of liberation via enhanced climaxes and the infamous “Orgone Accumulator.”

• Comic Bernie Impressions: Brady, channeling his inner Bernie, riffs on a socialized orgasm device:

  “Not only I benefit from this dildo, but everyone in the neighborhood also gets a piece of my Bernie dilda.” (04:29 – Brady as Bernie)

• Imagery Escalation: The guys let loose with over-the-top euphemisms and Sanders impersonations, including:

  “My orgasms are earth shattering... Looks like a Krispy Kreme when I’m done with you.” (04:55 – Brady as Bernie)
  “Picture that today while you drink your latte. Bernie’s froth, that’s what I call it.” (05:19 – Brady as Bernie)

• Historical Rabbit Hole:

  • They mention Reich’s Orgon Accumulator and its mythos—energy-collecting, supposed to unleash sexual potency.
  • Brady imagines Bernie offering the device as a communal good:

    “Not just for me, I don’t believe in capitalism. It’s literally for everyone.” (06:48 – Brady as Bernie)

• Satirical Spin on Politics:

  • Jokes about what a Sanders presidency could look like (“dildos and orgasms for everybody” 04:42).
  • Bernie-voice riffs about “flocking” the neighborhood and presidential campaign promises involving batteries for smoke detectors.

• Memorable quote:

  “I’m ejaculating Bernie Sanders. I’m running for president, 2028.” (08:20 – Brady as Bernie)

  • The room breaks at this, identifying it as likely material for their recurring “squares” segment.

2. Super Bowl Betting & Halftime Shows

Timestamps: 09:15 – 12:40

• Super Bowl Wagers:

  • Philip shares the American Gaming Association’s Super Bowl insights:

    “We’re gonna spend about $1.76 billion on Super Bowl betting.” (09:15)

  • General astonishment at the sheer amount of money gambled on a single game.

• Halftime Show Awareness:

  • A survey shows 6 in 10 Americans know who Bad Bunny is.
  • Discussion of alternative “Turning Point USA All American Halftime Show” with Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Bryce, and Gabby Barrett.

• Worst Super Bowl Halftime Shows (Ranked):

  • #5: Black Eyed Peas (audio issues)

    “It was so loud... you know when somebody turns their radio up too loud and they don’t have good speakers? It was that.” (11:01 – Dan)

  • #4: Blues Brothers (should have retired after John Belushi)
  • #3: Janet Jackson/Justin Timberlake (“Nipplegate;” note on Timberlake not being penalized)
  • #2: The “Disney” halftime shows (1991, 1995, 2000, before big-budget productions)
    • “Once Pepsi sponsored the halftime show and started putting a few hundred million into it, it changed. Now Apple does it and it's a billion dollars.” (12:13 – Dan)
  • #1: Coldplay/Maroon 5 (Super Bowl 53, Adam Levine shows his nipples)

    “Yeah, he did. He... his mom porn. It was boring, but he wasn’t terrible.” (12:33 – Dan)

• Lady Gaga Callback:

  • Brief jab at Lady Gaga’s “floating” entrance:

    “Not good.” (12:39 – Dan)

3. Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Orgasms for everyone. That’s my program.” (04:42 – Brady as Bernie)
• “Picture me with a whole gut of tummy puddles...” (06:48 – Brady as Bernie)
• “I decorated most of it in the Christmas time. They said, we need you to flock the streets. And I would do it.” (07:11 – Brady as Bernie)
• “I enjoy this. I love ejaculating Bernie Sanders. God, I should rephrase that. It’s disgusting. But breakfast should be over by now.” (07:18 – Brady as Bernie)
• “Look, not just for me. I don’t believe in capitalism. It’s literally for everyone.” (06:48 – Brady as Bernie)
• “I see that in the squares this week, probably.” (08:43 – Brett)

4. Closing Tributes and Personal Notes

Timestamps: 13:07 – 13:38

• Dan offers condolences for “Odo,” a listener’s/friend’s dog who passed, ending the show on a compassionate note.

  “Raise a glass and throw a cookie in your dog’s mouth for Odo... The gems, they come and they go. They don’t last long.” (13:10 – Dan)

Important Segments & Timestamps

• Bernie Sanders Device/Book Segment: 04:12 – 08:59
• Super Bowl Betting Stats: 09:15 – 09:31
• Halftime Show (Alternative & Worst Lists): 09:40 – 12:40
• Dog Tribute (Odo): 13:07 – 13:38

Tone & Language

The episode is fast-paced, irreverent, and laced with adult humor and satire, particularly around the Bernie Sanders story. The hosts freely riff, impersonate, and escalate jokes into bawdy territory. Satire, whimsy, and a willingness to poke fun at both political and pop culture figures remain constant throughout.

For Listeners Who Missed the Episode:

Expect a blend of raunchy political satire (centered on a wild Bernie Sanders claim), candid sports entertainment chat, and the usual camaraderie-driven banter. Highlights include outrageous Bernie impersonations, quirky takes on Super Bowl pop culture, and a moment of sincerity for a listener’s lost pet. The Entertainment Drill lives up to its promise: nothing is off limits, and nothing (including Bernie’s “frothy” legacy) is sacred.