Holmberg's Morning Sickness - Arizona: Episode Summary (04-15-25)

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 entertains, questions, and engages listeners with assistance from Brady Bogen, Bret Vesely, and Dick Toledo. Tune in weekdays from 5:30 AM to 10 AM.

Episode Details:

• Episode Title: Entertainment Drill - List Of Most Memorable Food Moments In Movie History
• Release Date: April 15, 2025

1. Entertainment Drills: Memorable Food Moments in Movies

Overview: The episode features an engaging segment titled "Entertainment Drills," where the hosts discuss the most memorable food moments in movie history. This segment delves into iconic scenes where food plays a pivotal role, enhancing both the narrative and emotional impact of the films.

Key Discussions:

• Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

  • Augustus Gloop’s Obsession with Chocolate:
    • Dick Toledo remarks, “Number 10, Willy Wonka in the Chocolate Factory” ([07:47]).
    • Brady Bogen adds, “Oh, Augustus Gloop in that. Chocolate” ([07:49]).

• National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

  • The Infamous Turkey Incident:
    • Unknown Speaker mentions, “The worst turkey” and the “jello with the kiddie food in it” ([07:58]).
    • Dick Toledo emphasizes, “The Dragon” ([07:58]).

• Breakfast at Tiffany's

  • Audrey Hepburn’s Iconic Pastry Scene:
    • Unknown Speaker highlights, “When Audrey Hepburn strolling in New York City with a pastry and a coffee” ([08:04]).
    • Unknown Speaker further adds, “She didn't eat it though. She was too skinny. She needed a couple” ([08:10]).

• The Godfather

  • Al Pacino’s Red Pasta Sauce Lesson:
    • Unknown Speaker states, “When Al Pacino is taught how to make Clemens's red pasta sauce” ([08:13]).
    • Dick Toledo quips, “Bunch of dagos running around. If you're not murdering, I ain't interested” ([08:22]).

• Beauty and the Beast

  • John Holmberg notes, “Number six, Beauty and the Beast” ([08:27]).
  • Brady Bogen comments on the comprehensive nature of their list, “Notice, we normally get the top five. When it comes to the food, we get the full top” ([08:30]).

• Royale with Cheese

  • The Hawaiian Burger Discussion:
    • Unknown Speaker discusses, “Number three guilted him in Royale with Cheese” followed by confusion about whether it was eaten ([08:37]).
    • John Holmberg clarifies, “No, that was the Hawaiian burger” ([08:46]).

• Lady and the Tramp

  • The Classic Spaghetti Scene:
    • Unknown Speaker lists, “Number two, lady and the Tramp” and “The spaghetti scene” ([08:50]).
    • Brady Bogen succinctly adds, “The noodle” ([08:52]).

• When Harry Met Sally

  • The Iconic Strawberry Scene:
    • Unknown Speaker crowns it as number one, referring to the memorable strawberry scene ([08:56]).
    • Brady Bogen humorously misinterprets it as an orgasm reference, leading to a brief discussion on the scene’s portrayal ([08:57] - [09:07]).

Notable Quotes:

• Brady Bogen: “The worst turkey. Don’t forget about the jello with the kiddie food in it.” ([07:58])
• John Holmberg: “That's right.” ([08:04])
• Brady Bogen: “The noodle.” ([08:52])

2. Guns N' Roses Discussion

Overview: The hosts delve into the current state of the legendary rock band Guns N' Roses (GNR), discussing recent developments and the band’s financial dynamics.

Key Discussions:

• Axl Rose’s Financial Take:

  • Unknown Speaker mentions, “Axl Rose collects 50% of GNR's income” ([09:25]).
  • Brady Bogen responds with skepticism, “He’s not doing it. My backyard still is. He did the VH1 stuff in my yard” ([09:50]).

• Band Lineup:

  • Dick Toledo inquires about the band's current lineup, specifically mentioning Slash: “With Slash isn't right?” ([09:57]).
  • John Holmberg clarifies, “No, slash is with GnR. It's just the three of them?” ([10:05]).
  • Brady Bogen affirms, “Yeah, it's just those three. Yeah, Izzy and the drummer” ([10:08]).

• Long-term Involvement:

  • John Holmberg acknowledges, “Niven's been talking about Guns n' Roses for 30 years. Since they parted ways” ([10:16]).

Notable Quotes:

• Brady Bogen: “Seems like Axl Rose is still holding the fort.” ([09:25])
• John Holmberg: “He's part of the original lineup. It’s just the three of them now.” ([10:05])

3. Disturbed's Cover of Rihanna’s Song

Overview: A brief segment highlights Heavy Metal band Disturbed covering Rihanna’s hit song, showcasing the band's versatility and creativity.

Key Discussions:

• Cover Announcement:

  • John Holmberg introduces, “Disturbed doing a Rihanna song?” ([10:28]).
  • Brady Bogen expresses surprise, “If Disturbed wrote Disturbia by Rihanna, this dude is...” ([10:33]).

• Song Details:

  • Unknown Speaker mentions the song title “Disturbia” and the band's take on it ([10:31]).

Notable Quotes:

• Brady Bogen: “If Disturbed wrote Disturbia by Rihanna, that's going to be something.” ([10:33])

4. Pick of the Litter: Pet Rescue Highlight

Overview: The episode concludes with the "Pick of the Litter" segment, promoting pet adoption and supporting local animal rescues.

Key Discussions:

• Feature on Jep:

  • Brady Bogen introduces Jep as this week's pick, emphasizing his special needs and the importance of finding him a forever home ([12:01]).
  • Brady Bogen: “It's Jep. He's a special project for that special someone. Jep is one of my projects. Let's get him a forever home.” ([12:01])

• Support for Lost Our Home Pet Rescue:

  • Brady Bogen acknowledges the support from Turf Monsters and encourages listeners to visit LostOurHome.org and 98kupd.com for more information ([12:01]).

Notable Quotes:

• Brady Bogen: “Let's get him a forever home. They'll waive the fees right now this week.” ([12:01])
• Brady Bogen: “Check it out. Lostourhome.org 98kupd.com.” ([12:01])

5. Additional Highlights

Katy Perry’s Space Flight:

• Brady Bogen critiques Katy Perry’s decision to sing “What a Wonderful World” during her space flight, highlighting her desire for attention amidst a significant event ([05:19] - [06:19]).
  • Brady Bogen: “She sang what a Wonderful World on the way down. Think of how annoying that would be.” ([05:24])
  • John Holmberg: “Show us your cans. Nobody else cares.” ([06:14])

Greg Gutfeld’s Game Show:

• Brady Bogen discusses Greg Gutfeld’s upcoming game show “What Did I Miss?”, where isolated individuals since President Trump’s inauguration will distinguish between real and fake headlines ([07:01] - [07:26]).
  • Brady Bogen: “Like Brandon Lee, he hasn't watched news for four years. He could be on there.” ([07:14])

Notable Quotes:

• Brady Bogen: “We're hurtling from space, and she wanted some attention.” ([06:03])
• John Holmberg: “Mom always says, don't play ball in the house.” ([04:58])

Conclusion: This episode of Holmberg's Morning Sickness offers a dynamic blend of entertainment insights, music industry updates, and community-focused segments. From dissecting beloved movie food moments to discussing the latest in rock music and promoting animal welfare, the hosts provide a well-rounded and engaging experience for their listeners.