The Bert Show (Pionaire Podcasting)

Episode: Full Show PT 3: Thursday, January 15 [Vault]
Date: January 15, 2026

Overview

This episode dives into two primary themes:

1. A Candid Listener Dilemma: The majority of the show focuses on a call from “Melanie” (voice disguised), who is struggling with intimacy, communication, and sexual expectations with her husband during her pregnancy, particularly his desire to bring another woman into their relationship.
2. Lighthearted Listener Call-Ins: The show later shifts gears with hilarious listener stories about the strange, often unflattering celebrities they've been told they resemble.

The Bert Show crew tackles these real-life issues and awkward moments with their characteristic humor, empathy, and honesty.

Segment One: Melanie’s Relationship Dilemma

(01:42 - 20:07)

The Situation

• Melanie (caller, name changed): Pregnant, feels her husband is less attracted to her and increasingly distant (finding excuses for absence, avoiding intimacy) since the pregnancy.
• Main concern: Husband frequently suggests bringing another woman into their sex life to "solve" their intimacy issues.

Key Discussion Points

• Changes in Intimacy (01:57 - 03:47):

  • Pre-pregnancy: Their sex life was normal.
  • Post-pregnancy: Husband lost interest; she suspects her weight gain is an issue (gained 50 lbs), but he's never explicitly said so.
  • Attempts at Communication: Talks usually end in blame and arguments.

  "He says that I don't talk to him. ...for some reason he thinks that I'm holding a grudge or holding onto something that has happened in my past."
  — Melanie (03:56)

• Quality vs. Quantity (04:24 - 04:34):

  • Husband complains about the "quality" of sex, not the "quantity."

• History & Threesome Proposition (05:02 - 05:48):

  • Early in relationship, there was openness to the idea of being with another woman; past threesomes before getting married.
  • Husband repeatedly references this as justification for now wanting to bring another woman in, even referencing it at social gatherings.

  "That's one of the reasons why I got with you, because you said something that you would be interested in another woman."
  — Melanie, quoting husband (05:14)

• The Pregnancy Factor (06:31 - 07:48):

  • Husband was “a little standoffish” during her last pregnancy, but it’s worse now.
  • Bert and Jeff share their own discomfort and awkwardness about sex during pregnancy, normalizing that many couples experience changes.

  "I didn't enjoy it that much. ...We both found nothing sexy about it whatsoever."
  — Bert (07:20)

• Swinging & Jealousy Concerns (09:05 - 10:02):

  • Husband pushes swinging, has discussed it with friends (who are interested in joining in).
  • Melanie feels pressured and worries about jealousy, especially regarding comparisons or being replaced.

• Shift in Values (10:49 - 12:07):

  • Melanie: “I’m a mother. … That’s not something I really want to do."
  • Husband: Pushes back, says she’s “changed.”
  • The crew reflects that people grow, values shift, and relationships must adapt.

  "When you have a baby, it changes everything... things that were cool then might not be now."
  — Bert (10:49)

• Loss of Mutuality and Respect (11:26 - 14:21):

  • Melanie no longer feels she and her husband are a team in these decisions.
  • Many co-hosts and callers stress that whether or not a couple explores swinging or threesomes, mutual respect and communication are essential—and missing here.

  "You have to respect each other the same way as at the beginning... He's not showing her the same respect."
  — Jeff (14:01)

• Feedback from Listeners (12:47 - 16:53):

  • Callers like Laura and Bless emphasize the couple is at different stages of life, and their expectations no longer align.
  • Bless gives a supportive, energetic pep talk, warning that the husband’s insistence could mean he's acting out elsewhere and suggesting a tongue-in-cheek reversal: “Ask for a threesome with another man, see how he likes it."
  • Jim and Jen point out that healthy swinging requires a "code," built on partnership, which this couple lacks.

  "Even in the swingers community, couples can remain solid because they have a code between them. And I don't even think Melanie has that with her husband."
  — Jen (17:34)

• Path Forward: Counseling (19:44 - 19:54):

  • Melanie open to counseling; the hosts encourage this as a positive next step for the sake of their two children and relationship.

  "You guys made a commitment to each other. ...Before you decide to go separate ways, you gotta try everything, right?"
  — Bert (19:54)

Notable Quotes & Moments

• "I think there are deeper issues between you and him."
  — Jen (19:25)
• "He should worship the ground she walks on. She’s pregnant with his baby."
  — Caller Laura (14:41)
• "That's the best loving any man can get in the world is when your woman is carrying your child."
  — Caller Bless (16:26)

Segment Two: Awkward Celebrity Lookalike Stories

(21:23 - 26:32)

In a tonal shift, the show invites listeners to share stories about the odd, sometimes backhanded celebrity lookalike comments they've received.

Key Discussion Points

• The Lookalike ‘Compliment’ (21:23 - 22:06):

  • Bert: Recalls the awkward feeling of hoping to be compared to an attractive celebrity and the letdown when it’s someone less flattering (Chris Farley, for example).
  • Laura: Told she looks like Barbra Streisand, expressing mixed feelings—older generations see it as a compliment; she does not.

  “A lot of older people have glaucoma too.”
  — Jim (22:00)

• More Listener Stories (22:25 - 26:15):

  • Bless (6’ tall) told he looks like Emmanuel Lewis (Webster), laughter ensues.
  • Variety of female callers share their own ‘curse’: Mayim Bialik ("Blossom"), Carney Wilson (before and after surgery), Rosie O’Donnell.
  • Encounters often happen in bars or random social situations, usually delivered by someone with “a little liquid courage.”

  “They’re invading your personal space… you’re feeling their humidity.”
  — Jen (24:48)

• Children’s Honest Comments (25:51 - 26:19):

  • A caller recounts her 4-year-old loudly comparing a passing stranger to Shrek in the grocery store.
  • Bert: Kids often call any bearded man “Santa Claus”—they have immunity from offense!

  "Every time my kid sees an older man with a beard and a mustache, he yells out Santa Claus."
  — Bert (26:19)

Memorable Moments & Tone

• Honest and Vulnerable: Melanie’s segment is treated with empathy and directness. The hosts are open about their own awkwardness or inadequacies, normalizing Melanie’s experience.
• Humorous Transitions: The move to lookalike stories brings comic relief, leaning into the show’s signature blend of honesty and levity.
• Listener Engagement: Call-ins—whether heart-to-heart or hilariously offbeat—keep the show lively and relatable.

Timestamps: Key Segments

• Melanie’s Call Starts: 01:42
• Proposal of Threesome: 05:02
• Pregnancy and Sex Discussion: 06:31
• Swinging, Friends, and Pressure: 09:05 - 10:49
• Loss of Respect and Communication: 14:01
• Bless’s Advice: 15:21
• Swingers’ Code and Final Thoughts: 17:34 - 19:44
• Move to Counseling: 19:44
• Celebrity Lookalike Fun Begins: 21:23
• Kids’ Brutal Honesty Stories: 25:51

Summary

This episode exemplifies The Bert Show’s ability to offer both heartfelt advice on real-life dilemmas and light, engaging content drawn directly from listener experiences. Whether delving into sensitive marital issues or riffing on embarrassing lookalike moments, the hosts maintain a real, approachable, and humorous tone throughout. The listener quandary about intimacy and swinging during pregnancy is met with empathy and realism, while the celebrity lookalike calls bring much-needed laughs and relatability to the mix.