Holmberg's Morning Sickness - Arizona: Episode Summary (August 12, 2025)

Hosted by John Holmberg with contributions from Brady Bogan, Bret Vesely, and Dick Toledo, this episode dives into a variety of entertaining and intriguing topics, blending humor with insightful discussions. Below is a detailed summary capturing the key points, discussions, insights, and conclusions from the episode.

1. Brady Bogan's EKG Update

[01:42]

John Holmberg opens the episode by addressing the absence of Brady Bogan, who is undergoing an EKG. The conversation between John and Brett Bogan provides a candid and humorous look into Brady's medical situation.

• John Holmberg: "The late Brady Bogan is not here this morning because he's at his EKG... we're just waiting for the second heartbeat." [02:00]

• Brett Bogan: "He's been there an hour." [02:05]

The discussion reveals Brady's uncertainty about his health status, injecting humor into what could be a tense situation.

2. Entertainment Drill with React Defense

[02:15]

Transitioning into the "Entertainment Drill" segment, John Holmberg shares his recent experience with React Defense.com's tactical training.

• John Holmberg: "I went to do zip tie hostage fight... got a zip tie in my knee and cut it." [02:20]

He describes the adrenaline-pumping exercises, including street fighting elements like handling knives and guns, emphasizing the realism and intensity of the training.

• John Holmberg: "It's street fighting, and it's every element of it... They timed me moving a gun away... six seconds." [03:00]

The segment highlights the importance of preparedness and quick reflexes in high-stress situations.

3. Rambo Prequel Announcement

[05:08]

Brett Bogan breaks the news about a potential Rambo prequel being in the works for Netflix.

• Brett Bogan: "Their Netflix is in talks right now. They're gonna do a Rambo prequel." [05:16]

The hosts express mixed feelings about the casting choice:

• John Holmberg: "IA don't know what that means either. Oh, handsome bastard." [05:39]

They discuss the implications of introducing new characters and actors to the iconic Rambo legacy.

4. Paramount Plus Secures UFC Rights

[06:36]

The conversation shifts to the sports entertainment industry, with Brett announcing a significant deal.

• Brett Bogan: "Paramount plus just inked a seven year, $7.7 billion deal for the rights for UFC." [06:36]

John Holmberg adds:

• John Holmberg: "7.7 billion at the right time." [06:45]

They discuss the impact of this deal on the future of UFC broadcasting and the elimination of pay-per-view models in favor of streaming on Paramount Plus.

5. Shrek 5 Delay

[07:15]

Brett updates listeners on the status of the much-anticipated "Shrek 5."

• Brett Bogan: "Shrek 5 has been pushed back six months now, so don't expect it until summer of next year." [07:15]

John questions the numbering due to the absence of Shrek in related projects:

• John Holmberg: "I thought, why would it be Shrek 5 if Shrek's not in?" [07:27]

The hosts ponder the future direction of the Shrek franchise amidst production delays.

6. Ridiculous Festival Leftovers

[07:39]

A humorous segment lists the odd and unexpected items left behind by festival-goers.

• John Holmberg: "Two Ziploc bags full urine... dentures... a burrito tucked inside a shoe..." [07:39]

The hosts laugh over the bizarre nature of these leftovers, highlighting the excesses of large festivals like Coachella.

7. Classic Songs Recording Takes Trivia

[08:55]

In a lighthearted trivia game, the hosts challenge each other to guess how many takes it took to record various classic rock songs.

• Brett Bogan: "Smells like teen spare from Nirvana. How many takes?" [08:55]

• John Holmberg: "Two?" [09:00]

• Brett Bogan: "Three." [09:01]

The game continues with songs like "Riders on the Storm" by The Doors and "All Along the Watchtower" by Jimi Hendrix, revealing fascinating behind-the-scenes facts about music production.

• John Holmberg: "That's probably 10 or 12." [09:24]

• Brett Bogan: "27." [09:27]

This segment not only entertains but also educates listeners on the intricacies of recording music.

8. Iggy Azalea's Career Shift

[10:43]

Brett shares news about Iggy Azalea's transition from music to the crypto industry.

• Brett Bogan: "She retired from music and now she's a crypto entrepreneur." [10:47]

• John Holmberg: "More than just that gigantic fake ass." [10:52]

The hosts commend her for diversifying her career path beyond the music industry.

9. Buffalo Bills and Sydney Sweeney

[10:56]

The episode concludes with a fun sports tidbit related to actress Sydney Sweeney.

• John Holmberg: "Sydney Sweeney has said if the Buffalo Bills win the super bowl, she'll dance around on the Internet naked. Go Bills." [10:56]

Both hosts cheer for the Buffalo Bills, adding a light-hearted and supportive note to wrap up the discussion.

Closing Remarks

[11:03]

John Holmberg humorously reiterates Brady's ongoing situation while signing off.

• John Holmberg: "Owners of Chino Bandito... you guys have yourselves a fantastic Tuesday, and we'll see you tomorrow on the Morning Sickness." [11:03]

Conclusion

This episode of Holmberg's Morning Sickness offers a blend of humor, entertainment news, personal anecdotes, and engaging trivia. From discussing Brady Bogan's health updates to diving into the latest in entertainment and sports, John Holmberg and his co-hosts deliver a dynamic and entertaining morning show that keeps listeners informed and amused.