Holmberg's Morning Sickness - Arizona Episode: August 7, 2025 Host: 98KUPD | Hubbard Radio
In the August 7, 2025 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, deliver a mix of humor, heartfelt moments, and quirky trivia. The episode delves into personal updates, listener interactions, fundraising efforts, and intriguing fun facts, all wrapped in the show's signature entertaining style.
1. Brady's Cancer Announcement and Brett's Birthday
The episode kicks off with a surprising and humorous twist as Brady announces his cancer diagnosis on Brett's birthday, leading to a blend of concern and comedic banter among the hosts.
- Larry McFeely (00:03:36): “The old method of treatment for a person in this condition was to throw him in jail. It's Brett's birthday and Brady ruined it.”
- Brady Bogen (00:01:58): “I did.”
- Brett Vesely (00:02:03): “Yeah, thanks.” (in response to Brady’s interruption)
Brett expresses his frustration humorously, emphasizing the unexpected nature of the announcement.
- Brett Vesely (00:03:39): “Ruined my birthday. I'm not giving him nothing.”
- Larry McFeely (00:03:43): “Selfie. Son of a. This guy.”
2. Listener Emails and Humorous Interactions
The hosts share and react to various listener emails, mixing sarcasm and humor to engage the audience.
- Larry McFeely (00:03:08): “By the way, I got an email from Nicholas that says, hey, Brian Ryan, you started this. Your stupid, sad email. F you for crying about your name. You gave Brady cancer.”
One notable email from a blind listener, Sean Rockefeller, requests a "Brady spot," sparking a series of jokes about the nature of the request.
- Sean Rockefeller: “Just kidding. I love you, Brady.”
Another humorous email from Paula, who blames Brady's cancer on a failed witch doctor experiment.
- Larry McFeely (00:03:36): “We missed our target. Sincerely, Paula the Toledo hater.”
3. Fundraising for Brady's Surgery: The Million Bottle Challenge
A significant portion of the episode focuses on fundraising for Brady's upcoming surgery, aiming to collect one million bottles of water. Brett is on-site at Safeway, enthusiastically encouraging listeners to contribute.
- Brett Vesely (00:05:20): “We're 48th street and Elliott right here at the Safeway, and we're. It's going. So. It's going pretty good so far, but of course, we can always use more.”
The hosts highlight the community's support and the various incentives for donors, such as Pantera tickets and KUPD swag.
- Larry McFeely (00:06:03): “You guys can help out with that. Brett, where are you at right now? How's it going?”
- Brett Vesely (00:06:32): “We're at Safeway collecting more water. We'll talk to you in a little bit.”
4. Fun Facts and Trivia
Interspersed with the main discussions, the hosts share amusing and bizarre fun facts, adding an educational twist to the show.
A. Central Park's Land Value Explosion
Brady shares a staggering estimate of Central Park's land value, which sparks confusion and disbelief among the hosts.
- Brady Bogen (00:09:10): “The estimated value of the 843 acres of land in New York Central park was estimated to be 529 billion in 2005.”
- Larry McFeely (00:09:22): “Wow. It's trillion.”
- Brady Bogen (00:09:27): “Recent estimates.”
The conversation highlights the unrealistic jump in valuation, leading to humorous skepticism.
B. Abraham Lincoln and Wrestling
Brady introduces a quirky historical "fact" about Abraham Lincoln inventing a wrestling move, which the hosts humorously dispute.
- Brady Bogen (00:13:17): “There's a pro wrestling move, you know, called the choke slam, where the wrestler lifts the opponent up by the throat. We've seen it. It was invented during an amateur wrestling match by Abraham Lincoln.”
- Larry McFeely (00:13:39): “You can't prove that. You can't prove that. That's Brady's Madison talking right there. There's no way.”
This segment showcases the hosts' playful banter and willingness to entertain outlandish claims.
5. Random News Bits and Bizarre Stories
The episode features a series of odd news stories, each prompting laughter and incredulity from the hosts.
A. Woman Stuck in a Chimney
A story about a 31-year-old woman in Los Angeles who fell into a chimney while dancing on the roof, leading to a humorous take on the incident.
- Brady Bogen (00:14:06): “There's a 31 year old lady in Los Angeles. She had to be rescued from a chimney on Tuesday evening.”
B. Refrigerator Incident in Seattle
Brady reports on a bizarre case in Seattle where a man humped a refrigerator and threatened those inside, resulting in his arrest.
- Brady Bogen (00:15:44): “Police in Seattle arrested a guy, 33 year old dude. He was a Trader Joe's. He humped a refrigerator and then threatened to kill everyone in there but in.”
The hosts mock the absurdity of the scenario, blending shock with humor.
C. Amazon Deliverer in Spain
A report about a British woman in Spain who found an Amazon deliverer masturbating in her bedroom, leading to exaggerated reactions.
- Brady Bogen (00:16:40): “A British woman...she ended up going upstairs to the bedroom to get something and there he is in the bedroom masturbating.”
6. Bear Population in Colorado Springs
Brady shares an unexpected fun fact about the black bear population in Colorado Springs, totaling 18,500, which the hosts find both impressive and humorous.
- Brady Bogen (00:19:40): “In Colorado Springs, they had a little problem. Lady was like, I think I see some black bears out in the sewers...They have a population of 18,500 black.”
The hosts joke about the plausibility of such a high number, enhancing the segment's comedic value.
7. Dietary Restrictions and Kidney Surgery
A heartfelt yet comedic discussion unfolds about Brady's impending kidney surgery, focusing on the minimal dietary restrictions and the hosts' exaggerated responses.
- Larry McFeely (00:29:50): “They said, if your remaining kidney is not healthy, you may need to limit protein, sodium, phosphorus, and fluids.”
- Larry McFeely (00:29:59): “Brady, I'll be on a seafood diet. He read the whole first thing.”
Brady clarifies his actual dietary guidelines, countering the hosts' hyperbolic interpretations.
- Brady Bogen (00:33:30): “If you drink 20 ounces of water, I can have a 42 ounces.”
8. Annie Letterman Joins the Show
As the episode progresses towards its conclusion, Annie Letterman makes an appearance, adding another layer of entertainment and anticipation for upcoming segments.
- Larry McFeely (00:38:28): “Annie Letterman is here. Where's she Playing standing Desert Ridge improv. We'll talk to her next.”
9. Closing Remarks and Final Fundraising Push
Before ending, the hosts return focus to the fundraising effort, urging listeners to contribute to Brady's surgery fund while maintaining their characteristic humor.
- Brett Vesely (00:37:30): “We deal with it. You still got time to be here for another 15 minutes or so. You need to drop that cash or you got time to go on his job.”
- Larry McFeely (00:38:10): “Brett's out there by Guadalupe. It's birthday boy Brett. 48th street in Elliott this morning.”
Brady humorously acknowledges the medical advice while the hosts continue to tease him about his dietary needs post-surgery.
- Brady Bogen (00:33:16): “He read the whole first thing. The opening line is the most important.”
Conclusion
The August 7, 2025 episode of "Holmberg's Morning Sickness" seamlessly blends personal updates, community support, and lighthearted humor. From Brady's candid announcement of his health struggles to the hosts' comedic interactions and the community's response, the episode underscores the show's commitment to entertaining and engaging its listeners. Whether through bizarre news stories, unbelievable fun facts, or the earnest fundraising efforts for Brady, the hosts maintain a balance of humor and heart, ensuring that even amidst challenging topics, the audience remains both entertained and informed.