Holmberg's Morning Sickness - Arizona Episode: 07-10-25 - Affion Crockett - Stand Up Live - In Studio - Taking Relationship Advice Calls From Listeners Release Date: July 10, 2025

Introduction of Guest: Affion Crockett

In this episode of Holmberg's Morning Sickness on 98 KUPD, host John Holmberg welcomes the talented comedian and impressionist, Affion Crockett, to the studio. Affion brings his unique blend of humor and insightful perspectives, setting the stage for an engaging morning show.

Comedy and Impressions

The conversation kicks off with John praising Affion's impressive repertoire of impressions.

• John Holmberg [01:24]: "You're a very talented man. You do tons of impressions. I admire impressions. I love impressions."

Affion shares anecdotes about developing his craft, including his Chris Rock impression inspired by Sean Wayans during the MTV Video VMAs.

• Affion Crockett [08:19]: "I learned how to do Chris Rock impression from Sean Wayans when they hosted the MTV Video VMAs."

John expresses admiration for Affion's skill, emphasizing the authenticity and brilliance of his performances.

• John Holmberg [08:16]: "It's perfect. Nobody else should do it. I'm done with it. I'll never do it again."

Navigating Fame and Consistency

A significant portion of the discussion delves into the pressures of fame and Affion's approach to maintaining a steady career in the entertainment industry.

• Affion Crockett [11:18]: "I've been in the game since '95. 30 years. My journey is one of consistency. I'd rather just have that. Like, I don't need it all."

Affion contrasts his steady approach with the meteoric rise and fall experienced by other comedians like Dane Cook, highlighting his preference for longevity over fleeting fame.

• John Holmberg [12:04]: "It's been a long time."
• Affion Crockett [12:13]: "What happens is you start to meet these people who are at the top of the food chain and they're not always happy."

He echoes Bernie Mac's sentiment about preferring a consistent presence over brief stardom.

• Affion Crockett [11:46]: "Bernie Mac said, 'I don't want to be really hot for two years and then be not unknown again.' I would rather be lukewarm for 20, 30 years."

Relationship Advice Segment

The heart of the episode revolves around Affion and John taking live relationship advice calls from listeners. Affion adopts the persona of Dr. Afion Crockett, offering candid and sometimes blunt advice.

Caller 1: Eric's Struggle with Dating as a Single Dad

• Affion Crockett [17:29]: "So where's the problem? You saying you like the hoes?"
• Affion Crockett [18:27]: "Don't be fooled by the stay-at-home mom thing. You think she can't be cheating on you, but..."

Affion encourages Eric to reflect on his dating choices, emphasizing personal responsibility.

Caller 2: Sean's Desire for a More "Freaky" Relationship

• John Holmberg [21:14]: "She is completely freaky. Just not when you're home."
• Affion Crockett [22:13]: "Women get freakier as they get older. They get better with age."

Affion suggests that Sean may be miscommunicating his desires and needs within his relationship.

Caller 3: Joe's Legal and Financial Entanglements with His Ex

• Affion Crockett [26:16]: "Cut the water off. She gonna walk around here stank and sweaty in this hot."
• Affion Crockett [26:35]: "You can provide her cleanliness or her swamp ass. It's all up to you."

Affion advises Joe to take decisive action in his contentious relationship, albeit in a humorous and exaggerated manner.

Impressions and Performances

Affion discusses his favorite impressions, particularly his rendition of Maya Angelou, which he feels deserves more recognition.

• Affion Crockett [27:15]: "Maya Angelou. As soon as I started doing it, a bunch of copycats sprung up."
• John Holmberg [27:17]: "Because you're my Angelou."

Affion expresses frustration over others replicating his unique impressions, emphasizing the originality of his performances.

Closing Remarks and Words of Wisdom

As the show wraps up, Affion and John share their final thoughts and humorous takeaways from the day's discussions.

• Affion Crockett [28:22]: "I've done enough. I've done my job."
• John Holmberg [28:25]: "Cut the water off. That's a beautiful thing."

Affion reinforces his role as a relationship advisor with a lighthearted disclaimer.

• Affion Crockett [26:35]: "Disclaimer. I'm not a licensed therapist. Everything I've said is only opinion and meant for entertainment purposes only."

Conclusion

This episode of Holmberg's Morning Sickness offers listeners a blend of sharp humor, insightful discussions on fame and consistency, and engaging relationship advice. Affion Crockett's candid and entertaining approach provides both laughs and food for thought, making it a memorable addition to Arizona's #1 Morning Radio Show lineup.

Notable Quotes:

• Affion Crockett [05:08]: "All my issues. I'm gonna be honest with you, except some of my family members. 100 million is going to do it for me."
• John Holmberg [14:10]: "Afion you're getting your glizzy gone away for about 90 minutes on Thursday, Friday and Saturday down."
• Affion Crockett [21:57]: "She is like, all right, you go, I'm gonna lay down on my back."

Disclaimer: All timestamps are approximate and based on provided transcript excerpts.