Holmberg's Morning Sickness - Arizona
Episode: June 10, 2025
Title: BR - TUE - 16yo JV Baseball Player Peed In Opposing Team's Water Bucket - 21yo Saudi Man Called 911 When Stripper Wouldn't Have Sex w/Him
Host/Authors: John Holmberg, Brady Bogen, Bret Vesely, and Dick Toledo
Released on: June 10, 2025

Introduction

In this engaging episode of Holmberg's Morning Sickness on Arizona's #1 Morning Radio Show, host John Holmberg, along with Brady Bogen, Bret Vesely, and Dick Toledo, dives into a mix of bizarre news stories, intriguing facts, and lively banter. Skipping the usual advertisements and intros, the hosts focus on delivering entertaining and thought-provoking content to their listeners.

Main Stories

1. 16-Year-Old JV Baseball Player Pees in Opposing Team's Water Bucket [11:46 - 13:06]

The episode opens with a shocking incident involving a 16-year-old junior varsity baseball player from Rio Rancho, New Mexico. The young athlete admitted to peeing in the opposing team's water jug during a game—a blatant act of disrespect and sabotage.

• Brady Bogen (12:04): "He managed to do it and he was in court and the former prosecutor and current state senator basically said he's opposed to what the judge ruled."
• John Holmberg (12:39): "He didn't assault anyone physically, but he did admit to it."

The legal ramifications are discussed, highlighting that New Mexico currently lacks a specific statute criminalizing such behavior. This loophole has sparked debates among lawmakers, with Brady noting, "They don't have a rule against that," (12:53) and speculating on future legislative changes to prevent similar incidents.

2. 21-Year-Old Saudi Man Calls 911 When Stripper Won't Have Sex with Him [17:17 - 19:28]

The second major story highlights a 21-year-old Saudi man arrested in Clearwater, Florida, after he called 911 to complain that a stripper refused to engage in sexual activities with him at Oz Gentleman's Club.

• John Holmberg (17:17): "He was originally from Saudi Arabia which doesn't have strip clubs. So he probably wasn't familiar with how things happen here."
• Brady Bogen (17:35): "He gave her $300 and said, 'I need the police over here. This woman's not having sex with me.'"

John humorously yet critically addresses the man's misunderstanding of American social norms, stating, "The woman should be stoned to death in a public square," (18:38). The conversation takes a sharp turn into satire as they discuss cultural clashes and the man's over-the-top reaction, emphasizing the absurdity of his actions within the context of Western society.

News and Fun Facts

National Iced Tea Day & Egg Roll Day [02:14 - 03:05]

The hosts celebrate National Iced Tea Day and National Egg Roll Day, sharing light-hearted conversations about iced tea preferences and cultural influences, particularly touching on Mormon practices related to caffeine consumption.

• John Holmberg (02:32): "Mormons, they don't have it. They won't. They don't drink the tea because it has to start as hot."
• Dick Toledo (02:49): "No caffeine."

Weird Al Yankovic's Chart Success [03:10 - 05:24]

Brady shares interesting trivia about Weird Al Yankovic's music career, noting that "White & Nerdy" is his highest-charting single, reaching number nine on the Billboard charts.

• Brady Bogen (03:10): "Weird Al Yankovic has one top 10 single, and it's [White & Nerdy], which climbed to number nine in 2006."

Beatles' Billboard Records vs. Modern Artists [04:23 - 05:24]

The discussion shifts to music history, comparing The Beatles' unparalleled achievement of having five songs in the top five Billboard spots simultaneously in 1964 with recent chart performances by artists like Kendrick Lamar, Drake, and Taylor Swift, who have managed similar feats multiple times thanks to changes in chart metrics and streaming.

• Brady Bogen (04:23): "For almost 60 years, the Beatles were the only artists to ever have five songs in the top five spots on the Billboard chart simultaneously..."
• John Holmberg (05:24): "Brace yourselves."

Elephants' Teeth Lifecycle [05:26 - 05:35]

Adding to the array of fun facts, Brady informs listeners about elephants' unique dental lifecycle.

• Brady Bogen (05:26): "Elephants grow six different sets of teeth in their lives. Once the six ones fall out, they die of starvation."

Discussion on Laws and Personal Time

Animal and Child Abuse Laws [06:37 - 07:22]

The hosts delve into a discussion about the evolution of laws concerning animal and child abuse, with John humorously suggesting a presidential run based on anti-abuse platforms.

• John Holmberg (06:37): "That's especially bad before... I'm glad both child abuse and animal abuse are wrong."
• Brady Bogen (07:23): "According to a new report, the average American only gets nine and a half hours to themselves every month."

Personal Time Statistics [07:23 - 08:04]

Brady presents a report on Americans' limited personal time, highlighting that the average individual only enjoys about 20 minutes alone each day.

• Brady Bogen (07:23): "The average American only gets a nine and a half hours to themselves every month. Breaks down about 20 minutes a day."

Navigational Skills and Reliance on GPS [07:51 - 08:57]

The conversation moves to the modern dependency on GPS for navigation, revealing that only 16% of people feel confident navigating without digital assistance.

• Brady Bogen (07:51): "Only 16% of people are confident they're excellent navigators without turn-by-turn, GPS directions."
• John Holmberg (08:32): "I'm pretty good about knowing where I am. I get a little bit confused sometimes up in North Scottsdale."

Word of the Day: Cameroon [09:19 - 15:00]

A recurring segment introduces "Cameroon" as the word of the day, interspersed with humorous commentary about the station's radio ratings in African regions.

• Dick Toledo (09:19): "Djibouti is today's word."
• John Holmberg (14:35): "Cameroon. 97936. That's what you text."

The hosts joke about losing ratings in African countries, attributing it to fictional scenarios involving "whitey" listeners and stolen meters, adding a layer of playful humor to the segment.

Summer Travel and Staycation Rankings [15:00 - 17:17]

Brady shares insights from a Wallet Hub report on summer travel plans, revealing that 82% of Americans intend to travel. The discussion includes critiques of the best and worst cities for staycations, with Phoenix and Cincinnati being highlighted negatively.

• Brady Bogen (15:39): "According to research about summer travel says about 82% of Americans plan to travel this summer."
• John Holmberg (16:03): "Be on that number one. Phoenix."

The hosts engage in spirited debates about city rankings, especially criticizing Cincinnati and comparing Tucson's staycation appeal unfavorably to other Arizona locales.

Additional Discussions and Humor

Technical Mishaps and AI Illusions [24:00 - 32:40]

Later in the episode, the conversation shifts to analyzing viral videos featuring bizarre accidents and AI-generated illusions, leading to humorous and exaggerated reactions from the hosts.

• John Holmberg (25:25): "It's hitting his heart. This might be a David Blaine."
• Brady Bogen (26:00): "That's AI. No human butt can do this."

The hosts speculate wildly about the authenticity of the videos, blending humor with skepticism about modern technology's capabilities.

Social Commentary Through Humor

Throughout the episode, John and Brady use satire and hyperbole to comment on societal norms, cultural clashes, and the absurdity of certain behaviors, often pushing conversations into exaggerated and comedic territories.

• John Holmberg (18:38): "The woman should be stoned to death in a public square."
• Brady Bogen (20:42): "First video is the dad's got the kids on a boat little boat ride."

Their playful yet pointed remarks highlight the show's blend of humor with social commentary, keeping listeners both entertained and engaged.

Conclusion

This episode of Holmberg's Morning Sickness masterfully combines bizarre news stories with fun facts and lively discussions. John Holmberg and his co-hosts provide a mix of humor, satire, and insightful commentary, making for an entertaining listen. Whether delving into the antics of a teenage baseball player or dissecting the cultural misunderstandings of a Saudi man in Florida, the show offers a unique blend of content that keeps listeners hooked from start to finish.

Notable Quotes:

• John Holmberg (12:39): "He didn't assault anyone physically, but he did admit to it."
• Brady Bogen (03:10): "Weird Al Yankovic has one top 10 single, and it's [White & Nerdy], which climbed to number nine in 2006."
• John Holmberg (07:31): "That's not enough. Most of that's probably in the car between people."
• Brady Bogen (26:00): "That's AI. No human butt can do this."

These quotes encapsulate the blend of humor, insight, and candid commentary that defines the episode.