Holmberg’s Morning Sickness (98 KUPD), FULL SHOW – Monday, December 22, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode of “Holmberg’s Morning Sickness,” Arizona's #1 morning radio show on 98KUPD, is a hilarious, unfiltered ride through bizarre news, raucous banter, and candid celebrity interviews. Hosted by John Holmberg and joined by Brady Bogen, Bret Vesely, Dick Toledo, and a rotating cast of in-studio guests and callers, the show delivers its trademark mix of edgy humor, wild anecdotes, pop culture hot takes, and outlandish hypothetical debates. Highlights include laugh-out-loud personal stories from the hosts, absurd “deal breakers” in relationships, interviews with Jackie Earle Haley, Tiffany Amber Thiessen, and Nikki Sixx, plus a listener spelling bee, offbeat news, and plenty of riffing on everything from pasta sauce to pet reptiles.

Key Discussion Points & Segments

Relational Deal Breakers: How Much Damage Can You Excuse?

[02:24–16:59]

• The hosts debate “deal breakers” in relationships, focusing on hypothetical scenarios where a partner loses limbs or is disfigured.
• John confesses his own "shallow" line: missing fingers or a “glob arm” would end it for him.
• Brady, while more tolerant, admits there’s still a limit.
• Discussion on how men versus women handle the caretaker role.
  • “Every man’s got a line... Women are empathetic caretakers. In that regard, you’re better than us, a lot better.” – John Holmberg ([14:27])
• Humorous riffing on burn victims (“If her whole body burned but she always smelled like delicious maple bacon…” – John, [13:22]).
• Notable: extended laughter about hypothetical scenarios, including a partner losing their butt to “cheek cancer” or turning into kale.

Celebrity Interviews

1. Jackie Earle Haley

[18:49–29:34]

• Warm introduction and nostalgia for “Bad News Bears.”
  • John: “Thank you for being Kelly Leak.” ([18:52])
• Jackie admits he was a quiet, introverted kid—unlike his movie characters.
• Talks “Maniac Cop 3,” “Little Children”:
  • “That movie... just lives in this real world. It was a weird part to play... but it was a neat project.” – Jackie ([21:49])
• “Watchmen” and Rorschach:
  • “Your performance as Rorschach is better than Malin Ackerman naked in that movie.” – John ([22:46])
• Discusses his career comeback, playing Freddy Krueger, differences from Robert Englund, and if he’d do sequels.
• On losing virginity:
  • “Kind of like everybody else, kind of needed a shoehorn…” – Jackie ([27:21])
  • “How old were you?” Jackie: “I was actually kind of older... I think I was 15.” ([28:01])
• Playful “Bad News Bears” reunion banter—would they do it again?

2. Tiffany Amber Thiessen

[31:33–40:00]

• John shares childhood crush, jokes about Saved by the Bell being torturous for teenage boys.
• Tiffany clarifies old dating rumors about Mark-Paul Gosselaar and Brian Austin Green.
• John attempts to “cash in” a favor for saving his wife with the Heimlich, jokingly asks Tiffany for a weekend getaway (she gracefully declines).
• Addresses odd rumors from rock guests about her sexual preferences—she denies the stories.
• She discusses new baby, marriage, and her show “White Collar.”
• Favorite roles debate: “This one’s got all of it, which is really nice…this fits the bill.” – Tiffany ([38:10])
• Light discussion about 90210, casting, and drinking games.

3. Nikki Sixx (Motley Crüe)

[106:33–119:59]

• Nikki plays “Six Shat Tiny” trivia alongside listeners (questions about Nikki Sixx, William Shatner, and Tiny Tim).
• Friendly, self-deprecating banter about missing questions about himself.
• Nikki’s favorite tours, rock anecdotes, childhood stories (“my daughter sells lemonade to buy a pony, and then Ozzy pulls up…”).
• Humor on rock excess, friendship with Tommy Lee (“he will do your sister... there’s no doubt about that.” – Nikki).
• Lita Ford, crew history, and the absurdities of celebrity neighbor cameos.

Call-In & Listener Segments

The Brady Spelling Bee

[88:48–101:13]

• Callers compete in a spelling bee where Brady, with his signature speech quirks, mispronounces words for added challenge.
• Sample words: “Vietnamese,” “Schenectady,” “orangutan,” “anesthesiologist,” “burglarizing.”
• Highlights the generational spelling gap and general struggle with tough words.
• Running joke: “You’re cheating. Correct!” “I think he missed that. He missed one.” ([90:03])
• Playful shaming of losers and “spelling John” who vows he can spell “some” words.

Offbeat News & Banter

Pasta Sauce and Italian Authenticity

[61:21–66:20]

• The hosts debate the legitimacy of jarred pasta sauces like Rao’s vs. “mama’s gravy.”
• John believes most Italians couldn’t tell the difference; Brett insists “Rao’s is the best”—sparking passionate (and hilarious) listener emails.

Viral and Bizarre News

[47:26–55:42]

• Instagram outrage: Parent influencers criticized because their “fat kid” receives Slim Tea as a gift (“the most appropriate gift that girl got” – John, [50:46]).
• Commentary on “El Valle Night” at the Suns game and clumsy corporate diversity efforts.
• Lightning safety misconceptions, “bear-making” bread, and a “Megan 911” moment.

Pet Reptile Chaos

[77:46–86:46]

• Two brothers in Alaska get into a fight and throw each other’s pet alligator and crocodile into the snow.
• Hilariously inaccurate animal husbandry advice from Brady, corrected by online research (“alligators and crocodiles most certainly do NOT get along very well. They do not coexist.” – found online, [82:13]).

Memorable Moments & Notable Quotes

“Deal Breaker” Hypotheticals

• “A girl with glop arm is out. If you’re missing a finger, I’m gonna consider maybe not dicks.” – John Holmberg ([07:17])
• “Women are empathetic caretakers. In that regard, you’re better than us, a lot better.” – John ([14:27])

Jackie Earle Haley Interview

• “That movie is just a Todd Field masterpiece. ...It was a weird part to play. It was a weird thing to kind of reconcile, but... it was a neat project.” – Jackie ([21:49])
• “You just be you.” – On being cast as a child molester ([22:27])
• “Kind of like everybody else, kind of needed a shoehorn…” – On losing his virginity ([27:21])

Tiffany Amber Thiessen Interview

• “He is so full of it.” – on Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Tiffany ([32:16])
• “White Collar... a cross between To Catch a Thief, 48 Hours, and Thomas Crown Affair.” – Tiffany ([37:19])
• “I just had a baby. I have nothing but love right now.” – Tiffany ([39:23])

Nikki Sixx Interview

• “Are you a big fan of Tiny Tim?” “I’m a big fan of Tiny Tim... it is cute in a kind of a serial killer kind of way.” – Nikki ([112:43])
• “Tommy Lee... there’s some creep factor going in there. He’s going to take you, your sister... there’s no doubt about that.” – Nikki ([114:32])
• “If you want a pony, you better make some money because Daddy ain't buying you no pony.” – Nikki ([117:46])

Listener Letters & Advice

• “She puts a line of coke on my erection and goes for it... I did finish up, but I was disheartened. Is this really bad? Am I a prude?” – Nathaniel’s letter ([122:45])
• “I think I would want to know... I'd fess up to both of you if I nailed either your wives prior to you guys marrying them.” – John ([132:05])

Additional Segments

• Comedy and Event Plugs: Recommendations for upcoming Valley stand-up, including Chris Turner, Heather Pasternak, Matt Friend, Jessie “Jet Ski” Johnson, Lunell, and Jay Pharoah ([17:58]).

• Pop Culture & Entertainment Drill: Disney’s Haunted Mansion temporarily closed due to a guest scattering family ashes—Disney employee warns “They get swept off and thrown in the trash. Is that where you really want them?” ([142:43])

• Bizarre News:

  • Woman poisons her husband for a soap opera star ([74:22]).
  • Vegan strip club stabbing ([71:22]).
  • Pet alligators/crocodiles gone wild ([77:46]).
  • Fat-shaming tea for a kid ([50:44]).

Timestamps of Key Segments

• 02:24–16:59: Relationship “deal breakers”
• 18:49–29:34: Jackie Earle Haley interview
• 31:33–40:00: Tiffany Amber Thiessen interview
• 47:26–55:42: Viral news (fat kid, Suns game, silly safety beliefs)
• 61:21–66:20: Pasta sauce and Italian “authenticity”
• 77:46–86:46: Alligator vs. Crocodile pet story
• 88:48–101:13: Brady Spelling Bee
• 106:33–119:59: Nikki Sixx interview & “Six Shat Tiny” trivia

Tone & Style

• Candid, crass, and outrageous: The crew doesn’t shy away from NSFW topics, self-deprecation, or taking jokes “too far.”
• Conversational and improvisational: Segments frequently spiral into playful arguments, personal stories, and on-the-fly bits.
• Interactive: Listeners engage in spelling bees, share their stories and dilemmas, and become part of the banter.

Summary

This episode typifies the raucous, rowdy, and unfiltered approach of “Holmberg’s Morning Sickness.” You’ll laugh, cringe, and probably learn a few things you wish you hadn’t. From deep dives into men’s emotional limitations to wild call-in games and honest, zany celebrity interviews, this show delivers comedy and chaos in equal measure—perfect for those who like their morning entertainment raw and unpredictable.