Podcast Summary: Holmberg's Morning Sickness - Arizona

Episode: May 21, 2025
Title: Entertainment Drill - WED - Night Of The Singing Dead Will Include We Are The World This Year-NewBraHasVisiblePiercedNipples
Host: John Holmberg
Co-hosts: Brady Bogen, Bret Vesely, Dick Toledo
Release Date: May 21, 2025
Platform: 98 KUPD (97.9 FM, 98KUPD app, www.98kupd.com)

Main Feature: Night of the Singing Dead

In this episode, the primary focus is on the upcoming event titled "Night of the Singing Dead 2025," which promises an eclectic mix of music performances, including a unique cover of the classic hit "We Are the World." The hosts engage in a lively discussion about the intricacies and humorous challenges of orchestrating such a performance.

Planning the Performance:

• Sean Knight initiates the conversation with enthusiasm about covering "We Are the World," stating, "Night of the Singing Dead. There's so many dead people in it. Night of the Singing Dead. We will cover We Are the World and we can do this." [02:08]
• Dick Toledo contributes by suggesting creative additions, "Let me have Marty's wife join the band for a night?" [02:29], and later muses about the vocal arrangements, "Can't you have Marty's wife join the band for a night?" [02:29].

Casting and Vocal Arrangements:

• The hosts debate the inclusion of various vocal talents, with Sean Knight humorously contemplating, "We Are the World parts, just swaying and whatever." [04:02]
• Brett Vesely raises concerns about the potential complexity of the performance, remarking, "I see a train wreck waiting to happen." [04:00], which Sean addresses by emphasizing selective participation: "It will be the people that we involve. And then we'll have people up there doing the chorus parts." [04:12].

Humorous Banter:

• The conversation is peppered with light-hearted jokes and banter about the band's dynamics and potential mishaps. For example, Sean Knight quips, *"Ash said, 'Reagan reminds me of that guy on the cable show,'" while referencing John Vella, "John Vella stopped making fun of Sean Knight. And the only thing he should be making fun of is himself because he's not allowed in the building on weekdays." [04:25].

Entertainment Drill Segment

Transitioning from the main discussion, the hosts introduce the Entertainment Drill, sponsored by React Defense. This segment blends promotion with entertainment, showcasing the hosts' characteristic humor.

React Defense Promotion:

• Dick Toledo details the offerings, "Reactdefense.com is great because they are personal training at its finest. You will learn self-defense techniques tried and true and evolutionary and they evolve with time." [05:17].
• Sean Knight humorously integrates the promotion into the conversation, hinting at defending against chaotic morning shows: "Defend yourself against marauding morning shows that bust into your party that celebrates their success." [05:25].

Pop Culture Buzz

The latter part of the episode delves into various pop culture topics, with the hosts sharing their takes and humorous observations on recent celebrity news and trends.

Celebrity Collaborations and Products:

• Selena Gomez teams up with Oreo for a new flavor, Horchata-Inspired Cookies, sparking Sean Knight to joke, "I can't even hang around him anymore. What did I do? You exist." [07:42].
• Kim Kardashian launches a new Skims nipple bra with faux piercings, prompting a comedic critique from the hosts. Sean remarks, "I mean, I've always wanted that, but sure. So you can pretend your nipples are hard with piercing bars in them." [08:23].

Celebrity Anecdotes and Jokes:

• The hosts humorously discuss Whoopi Goldberg and her alleged bra-free lifestyle, with Sean Knight exaggerating, "I had no. Well, I don't wear no bra on my dick." [09:17], leading to laughter and playful banter.
• Brett Vesely adds to the humor by referencing Cheers, saying, "Obviously there was lots of drugs going on during the Cheers days." [09:31].

Closing Remarks

As the episode wraps up, the hosts reflect on their segments and tease upcoming content. Sean Knight mentions Larry McFeely's adventures with Toyota, highlighting community engagement and promotional activities: "Larry's up there doing that. Sean Knight's filling in for him. Be nice to Sean, he'll be nice to you." [09:53].

The episode concludes with a tease for the next day’s show, maintaining the show's signature blend of humor, promotions, and engaging discussions.

Notable Quotes:

• Sean Knight: "Night of the Singing Dead." [02:08]
• Brett Vesely: "I see a train wreck waiting to happen." [04:00]
• Sean Knight: "Defend yourself against marauding morning shows that bust into your party that celebrates their success." [05:25]
• Sean Knight: "I mean, I've always wanted that, but sure. So you can pretend your nipples are hard with piercing bars in them." [08:23]
• Sean Knight: "I don't wear no bra on my dick." [09:17]

Conclusion

This episode of Holmberg's Morning Sickness masterfully combines humor, engaging discussions, and promotional segments to deliver an entertaining morning show experience. From planning a unique musical event to dissecting the latest in pop culture, the hosts keep listeners hooked with their witty exchanges and relatable banter. Whether you're tuning in for the laughs or the insights, this episode encapsulates why Arizona's #1 Morning Radio Show continues to resonate with its audience.