Holmberg's Morning Sickness - Arizona Episode: 06-13-25 - Entertainment Drill - FRI - Megan Fox's Weird Manicure
Release Date: June 13, 2025
Host: John Holmberg
Co-Hosts: Brady Bogen, Bret Vesely, Dick Toledo
Radio Station: 98 KUPD | Hubbard Radio

1. Game Day Celebrations and Sponsor Shoutouts

The episode kicks off with the hosts celebrating "Game Day," acknowledging contributions from various sponsors and community members.

• Brady Bogen expresses gratitude towards Officer Mike for his technical support with the cameras, ensuring a smooth broadcast experience:
  “Mike did a great job. Everything went smoothly this morning.” (01:10)

• Dale mentions the challenges from the previous year, noting the improvement with the current group:
  “This group was fun. And again, always thanks to Kevin Meathead over there.” (01:10)

• Sponsors such as Prestige Billiards AZ, Twin Peaks, and Vaughn Hansen's Meet and Spirits are acknowledged for providing gift cards and other support, enhancing the show’s festivities.

2. Entertainment Drill Segment

Brady introduces the Entertainment Drill, a segment dedicated to sharing the latest entertainment news, sponsored by reactdefense.com, the home of Tactical Black.

a. Rising Concerns: Machetes and Homelessness

• Brady relays an alarming account received via email about the prevalence of machetes among the homeless, emphasizing the importance of being prepared:
  “It's insane how many machetes and long blades I run into. They're out there all the time.” (02:12)

• The discussion highlights the need for personal safety and training, with Brady advocating for Tactical Black's offerings:
  “Nothing wrong with being prepared. It's not paranoia.” (03:25)

b. Notable Entertainment News Highlights

• Pope Leo's Celebrity Lineage:
  An Entertainment News Contributor shares intriguing information about Pope Leo's distant relations to various celebrities, sparking curiosity and amusement among the hosts:
  “He's related to Justin Bieber, Justin Trudeau, Angelina Jolie, Hillary Clinton, and Madonna.” (04:21)

• Megan Fox's Unique Manicure:
  The segment covers Megan Fox's unconventional manicure featuring metal studs inspired by Prince Albert Pierce's anatomy, prompting laughs and bewilderment:
  “Megan Fox got a manicure. And each nail has metal studs on either side. Her nail artist says it was inspired by Prince Albert Pierce penis.” (06:58)

• Jurassic World: Rebirth's Box Office Success:
  Jurassic World: Rebirth is highlighted for its impressive box office projections, tracking a $125 million opening weekend:
  “Her fingernails have Jurassic World. Rebirth is tracking to have 125 million dollar July 4th opening weekend.” (07:18)

• Courtney Love's Personal Life Update:
  A brief mention of Courtney Love having a friend with benefits adds a personal touch to the entertainment news:
  “Courtney Love wants to know she has a friend right now with benefits.” (07:45)

• Tributes to Brian Wilson:
  The hosts discuss recent tributes to Brian Wilson, including Sting’s acoustic cover of "God Only Knows" and Billy Joe Armstrong’s rendition of "I Get Around":
  “Do we do Walmart sells them.” (08:22)
  “The Sting one was. Just happened two nights ago, I think.” (08:35)

3. Celebrating Father's Day

A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to celebrating Father's Day, with heartfelt and humorous exchanges among the hosts.

• Brady extends wishes to all fathers, highlighting both biological and pet dads:
  “Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there.” (09:57)

• The conversation humorously touches on family dynamics and gift-giving dilemmas:
  “What do you want is your kid to get a job.” (10:20)

• Dale and Brady share laughs over the typical parental expectations and the challenges of remembering special occasions:
  “She screwed up Mother's Day by just pretending to not remember it even though she went to dinner with you guys.” (10:33)

4. Upcoming Movie Promotion: "Retirement on the Brink"

Towards the end of the episode, the hosts promote the upcoming movie "Retirement on the Brink," created by Jeff Jr. from Trajan Wealth.

• Brady introduces the movie as an educational piece on retirement planning, with a hint of intrigue:
  “It's about discussing people in different aspects. Yeah. Going through the retirement.” (12:23)

• They share details about the screening time and location, encouraging listeners to attend:
  “And it's going to be Hard to throw in those robes.” (12:29)
  “It's tomorrow at 12:30 at the mesa. AMC 14.” (12:30)

5. Closing Remarks

The episode wraps up with continued Father's Day acknowledgments and light-hearted banter, emphasizing community and familial bonds.

• Brady and Dale exchange final greetings, wishing everyone a happy Father's Day and signing off with good wishes:
  “Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there.” (11:07)
  “Happy Father's Day.” (11:02)

Notable Quotes:

• “Nothing wrong with being prepared. It's not paranoia.”
  — Brady Bogen (03:25)

• “He's related to Justin Bieber, Justin Trudeau, Angelina Jolie, Hillary Clinton, and Madonna.”
  — Entertainment News Contributor (04:21)

• “Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there.”
  — Brady Bogen (09:57)

This episode of Holmberg's Morning Sickness offers a blend of entertainment news, community shoutouts, and heartfelt celebrations, ensuring listeners are both informed and engaged. From discussing the unusual trends in celebrity families to celebrating Father's Day with humor and sincerity, the hosts deliver a dynamic and relatable morning show experience.