Holmberg's Morning Sickness - Arizona: Episode Summary
Podcast Information:
- Title: Holmberg's Morning Sickness - Arizona
- Host/Author: 98KUPD | Hubbard Radio
- Description: Holmberg's Morning Sickness on 98 KUPD is Arizona's #1 Morning Radio Show. John Holmberg endeavors to entertain, question, and challenge listeners with the help of Brady Bogen, Bret Vesely, and Dick Toledo. Tune in weekdays from 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM on 97.9 FM, the 98KUPD app, or www.98kupd.com.
- Episode: 02-20-25 - Beat My Dick - Naming Countries And Their Capitals
- Release Date: February 20, 2025
Introduction to "Beat My Dick"
The episode kicks off with Dick Toledo briefly promoting FanDuel before transitioning into the main segment, "Beat My Dick." Brady Bogen enthusiastically reintroduces the game, expressing excitement about its return after a hiatus. He explains the rules clearly:
Brady (00:36): "Today we bring back Beat My Dick. It's gonna be glorious. Are you ready, Richard?"
The game centers around contestants naming the correct country when given a world capital. Participants must do so within a set time, with penalties applied for incorrect answers.
Contestant Spotlight: Dick Toledo Sets the Challenge
Dick Toledo steps up as the first challenger, aiming to set a benchmark for callers to beat. Brady outlines the initial rules, emphasizing the time constraint and the consequences of incorrect answers.
Brady (01:01): "Every single one that Richard misses when he's asked is 5 seconds additional to the time you must beat."
As Dick attempts the challenge, the tension builds with each capital presented. Despite some early missteps, he ultimately secures a respectable time:
Dick Toledo (04:21): "26 seconds."
After accounting for missed answers, Brady announces the final time:
Brady (04:24): "41 seconds to beat my dick."
Dick's performance sets a competitive standard, inviting listeners to attempt to surpass his time for a chance to win Mudvayne tickets.
Caller Success: Trent Triumphs Over the Challenge
The first caller, Trent, takes on Dick's challenge with determination. The interaction is marked by playful banter, especially regarding Trent's phone being under his sister's name.
Brady (06:36): "What are you here to do, Trent?"
Trent (06:37): "Yep."
Brady (06:37): "What are you here to do?"
Trent (06:37): "Beat your dick."
Trent manages to answer all presented capitals correctly, ultimately surpassing Dick's time:
Brady (08:05): "He matched it. Well, he beat my dick to a tie. You gotta beat it. You gotta beat my dick, not tie my dick."
Brady congratulates Trent, awarding him the Mudvayne tickets for his impressive performance.
Brady (08:05): "Congratulations. You've got it."
Challengers Struggle: Jim and Steve Fall Short
Following Trent's success, two more callers attempt the challenge but are unable to beat Dick's time.
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Jim/Jennifer's Attempt:
- Struggles with identifying the country for "Jakarta" and other capitals.
- Engages in humorous conversation about being on his sister's phone plan.
Brady (09:07): "Why is your phone in another person's name?"
Trent (09:47): "It's my sister."
Brady (09:49): "It's your sister? That's the most broke dick thing I've ever heard in my life."
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Steve's Attempt:
- Attempts to answer capitals like "Havana" and "Islamabad" but falls short.
- Engages in light-hearted exchange about his morning routine.
Brady (12:35): "Here we go. Havana."
Trent (12:40): "Georgia. Oh, no."
Brady (12:43): "Cuba. Nope."
Both callers, despite their best efforts, are unable to surpass the established time, highlighting the challenge's difficulty.
Final Reflections and Wrap-Up
As the segment concludes, Brady and Dick reflect on the competitive nature of "Beat My Dick," acknowledging the tough competition and the importance of well-rounded knowledge of world capitals.
Brady (15:31): "And then, God forbid, you went south. I knew Brazil and Peru after that. Central America, South America. I'm like, this is too much for me."
Brady praises the winners and hints at upcoming segments, maintaining the show's lively and engaging atmosphere.
Brady (16:00): "Beat my dick wasn't easy today, but two people did it. And one guy from Boston is going to get to drop Kick Murphy's T. He's going to try to find that in a couple of days."
The episode wraps up with Brady mentioning future guests and reinforcing 98 KUPD's position as Arizona's most powerful rock radio station.
Notable Quotes:
- Brady (00:36): "Today we bring back Beat My Dick. It's gonna be glorious."
- Brady (05:12): "Abu Dhabi is United Arab Emirates. Beirut's Lebanon."
- Brady (08:05): "Congratulations. You've got it."
- Brady (09:49): "It's your sister? That's the most broke dick thing I've ever heard in my life."
- Brady (15:31): "This is too much for me."
Conclusion:
This episode of Holmberg's Morning Sickness delivered an entertaining and challenging segment with "Beat My Dick," engaging listeners through competitive trivia, humorous interactions, and rewarding participation. Contestants demonstrated varying levels of knowledge, contributing to the show's dynamic and lively spirit. With engaging hosts and enthusiastic participation, the episode upheld the show's reputation as Arizona's premier morning radio experience.