Holmberg's Morning Sickness - Arizona Episode: 02-05-25 Release Date: February 5, 2025 Host: John Holmberg with Brady Bogan, Brett Fetting, and Dick Toledo

Introduction In the February 5, 2025 episode of "Holmberg's Morning Sickness" on Arizona's #1 Morning Radio Show (98 KUPD), host John Holmberg, alongside Brady Bogan, Brett Fetting, and Dick Toledo, dives into a range of controversial and humorous topics. The episode blends sharp social commentary with offbeat humor, aiming to entertain and provoke thought among its listeners.

Protests and City Image Manipulation The episode opens with a heated discussion about recent protests in Phoenix, particularly those involving Mexican demonstrators. John Holmberg sarcastically praises the protesters for drawing negative national attention to the city:

John Holmberg [00:35]: "Let's hear it for the Mexicans putting us on national news, marching around over there by the Cardinal Stadium, protesting, getting pepper sprayed. Now that is fantastic work to make people from the Midwest and everything else think this is an out of control disaster."

He suggests that these protests are an over-the-top effort to tarnish Phoenix's image, comparing them to previous attempts to maintain the city's reputation.

Immigration and Racial Tensions Brady Bogan continues the conversation by mocking the responses to immigration and racial issues in Phoenix:

Brady Bogan [02:49]: "The problem is going to be that CBS won't. Yeah. Give us Maryville. Where's the blimp shots of Maryville? That's what I want to know."

The hosts express frustration over how media coverage portrays the city, emphasizing a desire to keep negative attention at bay by highlighting artificial problems rather than genuine community issues.

Transgender Athletes and Sports Controversy A significant portion of the episode focuses on transgender athletes in sports. Brady and Brett Fetting debate the fairness and practicality of allowing transgender individuals to compete in gender-specific sports categories:

Brady Bogan [123:53]: "I don't think a transgender man should be able to swap out, as we saw in the Olympics, and box women of the same way. 140 pound man is stronger than 140 pound woman. It is not even."

Brett Fetting [125:05]: "Imagine if Caitlyn Jenner did it in the 30s, 25 or 30, said, I'm switching out. That would."

The hosts argue that biological differences provide unfair advantages in competitive sports, citing examples from boxing and the Olympics. They express skepticism about the actual number of transgender athletes and downplay the significance of the issue, suggesting it's a minor factor in the broader sports landscape.

Marital Issues and Hitman Discussions One of the more controversial segments involves a fictional and exaggerated discussion about spouses hiring hitmen to kill each other. Brady Bogan humorously speculates on the mechanics and success rates of such schemes:

Brady Bogan [36:33]: "But they know. Like, there's people in a car right now going like, you know, people who got flowers and sympathy from co-workers because their wife died. They never got busted."

Brady Bogan [49:07]: "I'm coming from the victim. Oh, yeah. I'm worried that could come to me, that I'll have a hitman find me."

The conversation satirizes the idea of marital distrust, blending dark humor with an absurd take on relationship dynamics. The hosts joke about life insurance policies and the perceived value of individuals within marriages, further highlighting their cynical view of commitment.

Food and Strange Advertising The discussion shifts to food-related topics, including McDonald's promotion strategies and odd product offerings:

Brett Fetting [95:02]: "That's Grimace's uncle. To promote the Shamrock Shake. He's been throughout the time of McDonald's."

Brady Bogan [97:25]: "This is your swan song. Through a hit. You die through a hit."

The hosts critique fast-food marketing tactics, referencing Uncle O. Grimace and the introduction of new shake flavors. They humorously dissect advertising ploys, emphasizing the absurdity of certain promotional gimmicks.

Trivia and Rock Wars Interactive segments like trivia and Rock Wars add an engaging layer to the show. During the trivia portion, John Holmberg correctly answers a math-related question about fractions:

John Holmberg [146:25]: "Numerators."

Celebrating his win, the hosts transition into a discussion about perfect days, Super Bowl prop bets, and the influence of media on perceptions of sports events.

Entertainment Drill and Promotions The episode features an "Entertainment Drill" segment, promoting self-defense training with a satirical twist:

Brady Bogan [138:14]: "Reactdefense.com it's the home of tactical Black Brady Entertainment."

The hosts mockingly endorse various businesses, blending genuine promotions with their characteristic humor and sarcasm.

Closing Remarks As the episode nears its end, the conversation circles back to ongoing themes of distrust and societal issues, maintaining the show's blend of humor and critique:

Brady Bogan [139:40]: "You're going to have State Farm in stickers on the back of pickup trucks in old English."

The hosts wrap up with light-hearted banter, ensuring the episode remains entertaining while touching on contentious topics.

Notable Quotes

• John Holmberg [00:35]: "Let's hear it for the Mexicans putting us on national news... That's almost as good as our Confederate flag idea to keep the weirdos from rolling."

• Brady Bogan [36:33]: "I'm coming from the victim. Oh, yeah. I'm worried that could come to me, that I'll have a hitman find me."

• Brady Bogan [123:53]: "I don't think a transgender man should be able to swap out, as we saw in the Olympics, and box women of the same way."

Conclusion This episode of "Holmberg's Morning Sickness" exemplifies the show's approach to blending provocative social commentary with humor. Through discussions ranging from protests and immigration to transgender athletes and marital distrust, John Holmberg and his co-hosts deliver a content-rich, albeit controversial, morning show aimed at engaging and challenging their Arizona audience.