The Bert Show – Full Show PT 1: Monday, November 10 (2025)
Host: Bert & The Bert Show Cast (Kristin, Abby, Cassie, Tommy, Jeff, Tracy, Melissa, Jeremy, Jenna)
Date: November 10, 2025
Podcast Description: A lively morning show blending humor, real talk, entertainment news, listener stories, and personal moments.
Episode Focus: Community partnerships (notably with Zaxby’s and Burt’s Big Adventure), unique listener call-in games (especially “Real or Fake Accent”), and check-ins with listeners whose stories have become show legends.
Episode Overview
The episode kicks off with visits from key show partners, then segues into fun call-in challenges, before checking in with memorable listeners whose personal stories have fascinated audiences. The cast remains authentic and lighthearted while also shining a spotlight on charitable initiatives and listener participation.
Main Segments & Discussion Points
1. Zaxby’s and Burt’s Big Adventure Partnership (01:04–08:18)
Key Points:
- Fred Weir (Zaxby’s co-op president) joins to celebrate 6 years of collaboration.
- Zaxby’s has donated over $525,000 to Burt’s Big Adventure, a charity for chronically and terminally ill children.
- Announcement of Giving Tuesday (December 2nd): Zaxby’s will match all donations on that day.
- Discussion about possibly having Bert work the Zaxby’s drive-thru as a fun listener event.
Notable Moments & Quotes:
- [01:20 | Fred Weir]: “It’s kind of bittersweet because this is kind of the last one, at least for now in this form.”
- [03:17 | Fred Weir]: “I think we’re over $525,000 to you guys and...that’s not going to stop.”
- [04:09 | Fred Weir]: “There are a lot of charities that when the cameras are on, are one way and they’re completely different… I’ve seen firsthand just how genuine you guys are.”
- [05:31 | Tracy]: “That should be the day you have your first shift in the drive-thru. Giving Tuesday, not a bad idea.”
- [06:20 | Fred Weir]: “If you really want to change your life and your perspective, give better than you get and give with no expectation in return.”
Important Dates:
- Giving Tuesday: December 2nd — all donations matched by Zaxby’s.
2. Listener Accent Challenge & Foreign Accent Syndrome (08:23–23:26)
Key Points:
- The team discusses “Foreign Accent Syndrome,” referencing a woman who woke from a stroke with a new accent (Jamaican, Canadian, Slovakian mix).
- Replays old clips with Judy Robertson, an American who developed a British accent after a stroke and details her experience.
- The crew debates the legitimacy of these cases—are they genuine or put on?
- Listeners call in to mimic real or fake accents. Bert claims he can always tell real from fake.
Notable Quotes:
- [09:19 | Bert]: “Doctors have a name for it. It’s called Foreign Accent Syndrome.”
- [11:59 | Judy Robertson]: “An idiot would have to be an idiot to put themselves up for this.”
- [13:17 | Bert]: “Our theory here is that if you have an accent or if you’re faking it, we should be able to tell pretty easily.”
Memorable Call-in Moments:
- [14:40 | Richard]: Fakes an accent—“Yeah, you busted me. Actually, I’m half Korean, half white. It was supposed to be an Asian accent.”
- [16:03 | Natalie]: Tries a British accent—Bert guesses real, but it’s fake. “My boyfriend makes me do it all the time.”
- [18:17 | Paul]: Claims to have a Jamaican accent—cast is divided, but it turns out to be fake.
- [21:02 | Natalie]: Actually Jamaican, confuses the hosts due to her diluted accent after years in the U.S.
Running Theme:
- The show has fun with the accuracy of detecting real vs. fake accents, with everyone’s “gift” for accent detection in question by the end.
3. Life Update: Listener Eric & His Former Stepsister (25:15–39:44)
Overview:
- The team revisits the unconventional relationship of Eric and his former stepsister, a long-running show topic.
- Recap of their story—they lived as step-siblings for eight years, lost touch after their parents divorced, then reconnected as adults and began dating.
Key Discussion Points:
- Eric and his partner now live together; both families are aware and supportive after initial awkwardness.
- Most judgment now comes from the public and some friends, not their families.
- Eric considers proposing—they’ve discussed engagement rings.
- The cast resolves not to judge or debate the relationship further, focusing on a neutral update.
Memorable Quotes:
- [28:58 | Eric]: “My girlfriend...she’s a little more weirded out by it than I am...It’s not weird to us anymore.”
- [31:13 | Eric]: “We were waiting, holding off talking to her mom...she didn’t really have a problem.”
- [34:03 | Eric]: “We’ve exchanged the L word...It’s become very, very, very serious. Obviously, since we’re thinking...about popping the question now.”
- [36:35 | Eric]: “I know her values. I’ve known her...for eight years...So I have a lot better sense...than I would with some stranger.”
- [37:10 | Bert]: “Just that line itself. I loved her as a daughter, and I’ll love her as a daughter-in-law.”
Callers Weigh In:
- [32:21 | Jenny]: Offers validation: “This is not weird. I grew up with two people in my neighborhood...stepbrother and stepsister...got married. They have three beautiful children.”
Segment Close:
- Engagement appears imminent. The team jokes about wedding logistics (step-parents becoming in-laws) and reflects on the unique path of the relationship.
4. Tradio Finale: Trading Up to a Volvo (41:30–59:10)
The Tradio Journey:
- The show’s long-running “Tradio” segment concludes. They started with a Girl Scout cookie keychain and traded items daily for something of higher value:
- Keychain → Tigger pen (collector’s)
- Tigger pen → Superman comics
- Comics → Tiffany candlesticks
- Candlesticks → Jewelry
- Jewelry → NASCAR chair
- NASCAR chair → Piano
- Piano → 1994 Volvo
- Volvo → 45-inch 1080p LCD flat-panel TV (but ultimately they keep the Volvo as the final win)
- Jeremy and Jenna, the final winners, join in-studio. Jeremy tells the hilarious story of spending money impulsively (including the TV purchase, diamond earrings, and more).
Relationship Highlights:
- Jeremy woos Jenna with gifts on early dates, wins her over despite being overweight and self-deprecating.
- Jenna admits she was drawn to his humor and candor (their second date involved Jeremy dropping his pants to “seal the deal”).
- They navigate differing backgrounds—Jeremy from a “golf course” family, Jenna from “hardcore bikers” in California.
Fun Quotes:
- [43:33 | Jeremy]: “I got the money. I was like, alright Jeremy, you’re going to go get a car, right?...and I saw the TV and I was just like, I gotta have it.”
- [47:21 | Melissa Carter]: “You and your just behavior rather than maybe the way that you wanted to start the relationship. It didn’t stop there.”
- [55:01 | Jenna]: “You know what you’re looking at?”
- [56:10 | Jeremy]: “Here comes this guy [her dad], and I swear to God, he looks like Hagrid off of Harry Potter… He’s huge…”
- [58:59 | Bert]: “How long y’ all been married now?”
[59:03 | Jeremy]: “Going on two years.”
Callers Chime In:
- [52:54 | Natalie]: “Listen, this guy is so great. I am so in love with him.”
- [57:47 | Natalie]: “Watch out, blue collar tv, here comes Jeremy.”
Destiny Comes Full Circle:
- Brian calls in to claim, “In January 2005, I was the marketing manager at the local Girl Scout council. And I sent one Melissa Carter that keychain,” tying back to the segment’s origins.
- The cast jokes about how fate, Girl Scout cookies, and destiny all led to Jeremy and Jenna’s happiness.
Notable Quotes (With Timestamps)
| Time | Speaker | Quote | |--------|---------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 01:20 | Fred Weir | “It’s kind of bittersweet because this is kind of the last one, at least for now in this form.” | | 03:17 | Fred Weir | “I think we’re over $525,000 to you guys and...that’s not going to stop.” | | 11:59 | Judy Robertson| “An idiot would have to be an idiot to put themselves up for this.” | | 13:17 | Bert | “Our theory here is that if you have an accent or if you’re faking it, we should be able to tell pretty easily.” | | 28:58 | Eric | “My girlfriend...she’s a little more weirded out by it than I am...It’s not weird to us anymore.” | | 34:03 | Eric | “We’ve exchanged the L word...It’s become very, very, very serious.” | | 43:33 | Jeremy | “I got the money. I was like, alright Jeremy, you’re going to go get a car...and then I saw the TV...I gotta have it.”| | 55:01 | Jenna | “You know what you’re looking at?” |
Listener Engagement & Tone
- Casual, unscripted, and irreverent, with hosts alternating between poking fun at each other, heartfelt moments, and witty banter.
- The show’s hallmark “realness” is on display, especially in story updates and during listener call-ins.
- Even when tackling unusual or taboo topics (relationships, odd medical diagnoses), the team strikes a balance of curiosity, empathy, and humor.
Conclusion
This episode captures why The Bert Show remains popular: tight-knit hosts, real listener stories, community commitment, and an infectious sense of fun. Whether discussing heartfelt charity initiatives, quirky medical conditions, or wild relationship journeys, the show invites everyone into their extended radio family.
Key Segments by Timestamp:
- [01:04] Zaxby’s & Burt’s Big Adventure
- [08:23] Accent Challenge & Foreign Accent Syndrome
- [25:15] Listener Eric & Stepsister Relationship Update
- [41:30] Tradio Finale & Jeremy & Jenna’s Story
- [59:44] Listener Calls & Destiny Closure