This Letter From Bert's Big Adventure Kid Jameson's Mom Will Melt Your Heart

Summary

The Bert Show – “This Letter From Bert's Big Adventure Kid Jameson's Mom Will Melt Your Heart”

Air Date: February 23, 2026
Host: The Bert Show Cast (Bert, Kristin, Abby, Cassie, Tommy, et al.)
Special Focus: The heartfelt letter from Jameson's mom during Bert’s Big Adventure

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Episode Overview

This episode captures the magic, joy, and deep emotion of Bert’s Big Adventure—a special trip for children facing health challenges and their families. The focus is on Jameson and his family, their memorable experience at Disney, and a moving letter written by Jameson's mom. It’s a segment filled with humor, gratitude, emotional vulnerability, and celebration of resilience.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

The Pin Game & Disney Traditions

• Pin Collecting Mishap

  • Bert recounts promising Jameson he’d be the “pin king” at Disney, helping him get as many collectible pins as possible.
  • Despite their efforts, another child (Gunner) ends up with even more pins, creating a funny and relatable moment.
  • [03:22] Bert: “I make a promise to him... you're gonna have the most pins... you are gonna be the pin king, right?”
  • This leads to a gentle, humorous apology when Bert’s promise doesn’t pan out as expected.
  • [04:34] Bert: “How dare you? And I looked at him like, I am so sorry. And it's Dr. Michelle's fault.”

• Favorite Pins & Disney Experiences

  • Jameson’s favorite pin is the Aladdin one.
  • There’s discussion about the joy of trading pins, commemorating epic moments, and how these traditions build community at Disney.
  • [04:54] Co-Host Question: “Which one's your favorite, Jameson?”
  • [04:54] Jameson's Mom: "The Aladdin one."

• The Giant Stitch Plush

  • Jameson receives a massive Stitch plush, a recurring theme where a volunteer seeks out a child to gift the largest Stitch toy each year.
  • Stitch accompanies Jameson to dinner and a movie, delighting both him and those around.
  • [06:17] Volunteer: “It’s kind of my thing every year, to get a massive stitch that’s bigger than they are... and what was funny about Jameson is... Stitch had a seat, ate dinner with us, and then we were watching the movie. He had Stitch kind of sitting around him as his buddy, watching his favorite movie with him, which I thought was really sweet.”

Jameson’s Big Role & Family Joy

• Jameson as Children’s Miracle Network Ambassador

  • Jameson serves as an ambassador, sharing his story to support fundraising for other children’s programs.
  • [07:09] Jameson's Mom: “He’s an ambassador... for 2025, 2026 to represent and just goes to different locations... to tell his story and let [people] know what they are donating for and what it goes towards.”

• Surprises & Magical Memories

  • The family reflects on having no expectations and being thoroughly blown away by the experience.
  • Andre (family member) recalls seeing another child admiring Jameson's pin collection with awe.
  • [08:16] Andre: “I see this kid look over at Jameson and then he taps his sister, and then he goes, ‘Dude, that kid is stacked.’”
  • The unpredictable joy of Disney moments—unexpected rides, desserts during fireworks at a “veranda,” and a special after-hours Ratatouille ride.

The Heartfelt Letter from Jameson’s Mom

The emotional centerpiece of the episode

• Jameson’s mother reads her letter aloud, reflecting on his health journey, his resilience through heart and throat surgeries, and how he never lets obstacles define him.
• She expresses immense gratitude for the experience provided by Bert’s Big Adventure, highlighting the importance of family moments and the unique peace she felt knowing everything was handled and her kids were happy together.
• Notable Excerpts:

  • [09:25] Jameson's Mom:
    "My sweet Jameson, from the moment I found out I was pregnant with you... we learned about your heart defect... Your life has been nothing short of surprises. No matter what has been thrown your way, we have always found a way through it together. Watching you grow has been one of the greatest blessings of my life."

  • [10:09] Jameson's Mom:
    "Even with these obstacles, you never let them define you or hold you back. That kind of strength cannot be taught. It comes from deep within. And I'm so proud of you."

  • [11:21] Jameson's Mom:
    "As your mom, that means more to me than I can ever explain. Seeing all of you laugh together, try new things, and share in a once in a lifetime experience is something I will treasure forever."

  • [12:13] Jameson's Mom:
    "You have faced more in your young life than many people will ever face, and you continue to rise above it with courage, kindness, and strength. You inspire me every single day..."

  • Sign off with love:
    [12:15] "Love you, piggy."

Reflections on Jameson’s Shyness & Growth

• Bert gently teases Jameson’s supposed shyness, saying he wouldn’t have pegged him as shy given how much he participated and came out of his shell during the trip.
  • [13:10] Bert: “If you'd have lined up 100 words describing him, I had to put shy at the very end of that thing because I haven't seen that at all.”
• Jameson’s mom and family discuss how he adapts in new situations—quiet at first but opening up with friendly encouragement and support.

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Memorable Quotes & Moments

• [03:22] Bert: “You are gonna be the pin king, right?”
• [06:17] Volunteer: “…Stitch had a seat, ate dinner with us, and then we were watching the movie… I thought that was really sweet.”
• [07:09] Jameson's Mom: “He’s an ambassador... to go and tell his story...”
• [08:16] Andre: “Dude, that kid is stacked.”
• [09:25-12:15] Jameson's Mom: The full heartfelt letter, including:
  • “You inspire me every single day, which is why I’m able to advocate for you like I do. I love you more than words could ever explain. Love you, piggy.”
• [13:10] Bert: “If you'd have lined up 100 words describing him, I had to put shy at the very end…”

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Important Segment Timestamps

• [02:00-03:51] – Pin collecting and the “pin king" promise
• [04:47-05:10] – Jameson's favorite Disney moments
• [05:55-06:52] – Giant Stitch plush story
• [07:09-07:46] – Jameson as Children’s Miracle Network ambassador
• [08:16-09:15] – Family reflections and memorable moments
• [09:25-12:15] – Jameson's Mom’s letter (emotional highlight)
• [12:19-13:24] – Family talks about Jameson’s shyness and growth

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Summary

This episode stands out for its authenticity, warmth, and powerful depiction of family resilience. Listeners get an intimate look at Jameson’s journey through his family’s eyes, feel the fun and camaraderie of Bert’s Big Adventure, and hear directly from a mother’s heart about the life-changing impact of kindness, adventure, and acceptance. The Bert Show team brings together humor, sincerity, and support, making this episode both moving and deeply memorable.

Transcript

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[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

Get it The Bird Show. Hey, a real quick thank you to Q997 for allowing us to do this. I mean, you, you guys don't understand in this industry how huge this is. When a guy says he's not going to be part of the radio station anymore and they, and they say that's cool. But if you want to do that Burke's Big Adventure thing and keep it on the radio station, we'd love to have you. That is unheard of in our industry. Generally, when you're gone, you're gone. They take your, your pictures down, they take your names off the walls, and that is it, man. And they move on to the next guy or the next show. Right?

[Co-Host or Assistant on Burt's Big Adventure]

FOB is definitely not working, but they'll still allow you on the radio.

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

So Q997 really has been so gracious in allowing us to do the send off on Thursday and then continue to do Bird's Big Adventure. On the Monday show also. So thank you so much, you guys, over at Q997 and making this whole thing possible. All right, we got to introduce you guys to Jameson and his family here. First of all, Jameson, I owe you an apology, bro. I owe you an apology. Let me tell you about the disappointment, the buffoonery that is burnt on this trip, because I'm hanging out with Jameson and his family, right? And he's got some older siblings here that were doing some of the more ambitious rides. So Amanda and I decided to take Jameson a little shopping, right? And he is locked and loaded on pins. You want to explain the pin situation here?

[Family Member or Assistant]

Yeah.

[Co-Host or Assistant on Burt's Big Adventure]

So Disney's all about these collectible pins and how you can trade them throughout the park. And so, I mean, I love whenever you do something epic, you know, with. With one of the kids at Burt's Big Adventure, whether it's ride a roller coaster or whatever, and you get a pin to commemorate that moment. Like, you know, with Kendall, we got all the princess pins of all the princesses we met, and it's just a really cool interactive way. You also can see Disney cast members, and they have these cork boards that have pins on them. So if you see one of their pins that you want, you can trade one of your lesser than pins for one of their cool pins. It's just a fun way to create more community at Disney.

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

So my man Jameson is digging on the pins. So I catch on to this, and I'm like, okay, well, other guys are on the rides. You and I and Amanda will go, and we will get you pins. So we start looking for pins in this store and that store and this store, and I make a promise to him. I said to him, I'll tell you what, Jameson, I know one thing. I know one thing, that when you roll up next to all those other kids tonight, you're gonna have the most pins. They're gonna go all around your neck, all the way down your body. You are gonna be the pin king, right?

[Co-Host or Assistant on Burt's Big Adventure]

I mean, he's got a lanyard full of them. I'm impressed with the amount of pins you got, Jameson. That's impressive.

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

Look at them all, man. All the way up there. And as promised, all around his neck. And I said, man, that other kids are going to be looking at you, and they're going to go, where'd you get all those pins? Right? So we're heading on over to Epcot, and right before we all take off, I'm starting to sort of brag on him and all the pins he's got. And then, then Gunner rolls up, who's got two necklaces with pins on them all the way around his neck, all the way up and down his body. He doubled the amount of pins. And I could see Jameson looked at me and I looked at him. J. Davidson was almost like, you promised.

[Co-Host or Assistant on Burt's Big Adventure]

How dare you?

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

How dare you? And I looked at him like, I am so sorry. And it's Dr. Michelle's fault.

[Co-Host or Assistant on Burt's Big Adventure]

She hooked Gunner up, man.

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

Hooked Gunner up. So I apologize for over selling you on that, man. It's a strong second, though. It really is a strong second.

[Co-Host or Assistant on Burt's Big Adventure]

Do you have a favorite pen that you did get this. This on this trip. Which. Which one's your favorite, Jameson? The Aladdin one.

[Jameson's Mom]

The Aladdin one.

[Co-Host or Assistant on Burt's Big Adventure]

I saw your face again. If you want to see some incredible photos, go to Burt's bigadventure.org our photographers crush. I saw you riding the. The magic carpet there at Magic Kingdom. So that was. Was that also one of your favorite rides?

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

I feel like Jameson set the tone. Like at our dance party on Thursday night, like, this dude gets out there and he starts some break dancing moves here and ever. I had to check the file. I'm like, that kid's not safe. How'd they get on this trip?

[Co-Host or Assistant on Burt's Big Adventure]

Dropped it low, came back up and kicked it high.

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

So this family runs deep here. We got Jamie, the mom, we got Andre, we got Evan, we got Eli, we got Sherry, we got Kenny. How you guys doing?

[Jameson's Mom]

Good.

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

What a time we had, huh?

[Andre (Family Member)]

Yes, sir.

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

I'm exhausted hanging with you guys. It's dang near impossible to keep up with this family.

[Family Member (possibly parent)]

He.

[Co-Host or Assistant on Burt's Big Adventure]

So even though Jameson didn't get the most amount of pins, you do get the prize for the biggest souvenir because did you get a stitch that's as big as you got? Who got you that stitch?

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

Got a reoccurring theme with our kids this year.

[Co-Host or Assistant on Burt's Big Adventure]

They get behind them.

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

Who did? Libby did.

[Jameson's Mom]

You know what?

[Co-Host or Assistant on Burt's Big Adventure]

Libby is the biggest Stitch fan ever. And so that was perfect that you were paired with a fellow Stitch fan. Isn't that right?

[Family Member or Assistant]

I am. I. I love it because Jameson and I are both huge Stitch fans. And it's kind of my thing every year is I'm like, what kid can I find that I can get a massive stitch that's bigger than they are and they take it all around the parks. And what was funny about Jameson is that night after we got the Stitch, we had the Stitch movie that we watched Lilo and Stitch with all the kids, and we were eating dinner and Jameson Brought Stitch with him, and Stitch is literally bigger than him. And Stitch had a seat, ate dinner with us, and then we were watching the movie. He had Stitch kind of sitting around him as his buddy, watching his favorite movie with him, which I thought was really sweet.

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

That's awesome. That's really awesome. I was introduced to Jameson even before I met Jameson, because I walk in a lifetime, the gym, and there's Jameson's cutout, and I'm like, this dude's on my trip. I know this guy. Superstar, man. So how did Jameson become a spokesperson for.

[Commercial Narrator]

For who?

[Jameson's Mom]

For Children's Miracle Network. Okay, so he's an ambassador with them. Just same thing. That there's different children of their abilities.

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

Yeah.

[Jameson's Mom]

All ages. And he was one that was chosen for 2025, 2026 to represent and just goes to different locations, whether it's lifetime to do the ride of a lifetime or golf events. Just all different events, different locations, whether it's Walmart, Costco, Publix, all the different sponsors. Just to go and tell his story and let him know what people are donating for and what it goes towards.

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

He's a superstar, for sure. A superstar. Andre, tell us about the weekend. What'd you think?

[Andre (Family Member)]

The weekend was amazing. We didn't really know what to expect or want to have any expectations, but we're just open to the trip. And I think we were all blown away by what happened. You know, when you were talking about the pins with Jameson, we were coming out of one of the parks last night, and I see this kid look over at Jameson and then he taps

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

his sister, and then he goes, dude, that kid is stacked. All right, all right. So we're feeling a little bit better about it.

[Andre (Family Member)]

Yeah, you know, it was. It was cool. Surprisingly, he rode a lot more rides than what we anticipated on.

[Co-Host or Assistant on Burt's Big Adventure]

He also hopped on a lot of wheelchairs, too.

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[Andre (Family Member)]

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[Co-Host or Assistant on Burt's Big Adventure]

Last night after the fireworks, because. Or not last night, this is Saturday night after the fireworks. We surprised you. Like, you know. Yeah. We're going to go have dinner.

[Family Member (possibly parent)]

Oh.

[Co-Host or Assistant on Burt's Big Adventure]

We're gonna go have a, you know, a dessert veranda with fireworks.

[Family Member (possibly parent)]

Oh, yeah.

[Co-Host or Assistant on Burt's Big Adventure]

By the way, they have ratatouille open just for us. We're gonna go ride that. And this kid on the back of Gunner and also on the back of Forrest's wheelchair, just hauling, hauling. And then I see Amber running, and she's like, slow down. But Jameson's face, my goodness, that big grin as that wind is just whipping through your hair, as forest is just hauling to the ratatouille ride. Oh, my God. It was hilarious.

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

A lot of memories, man. Ton of memories. All right, which one. Which one of you guys want to read your Burt's Big Adventure letter to your family?

[Jameson's Mom]

That will be myself.

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

Okay.

[Jameson's Mom]

My sweet Jameson, from the moment I found out I was pregnant with you. Sorry. I'm a crier and I'm going to try to keep it together. We learned about your heart defect.

[Family Member (possibly parent)]

Your life has been nothing short of surprises. No matter what has been thrown your way, we have always found a way through it together. Watching you grow has been one of the greatest blessings of my life. You were so incredibly strong. You defined the odds when you had open heart surgery at the beginning of a pandemic and showing everyone how resilient you are. Then you were faced with another challenge with throat surgery. That once again, you prove nothing can break your spirit.

[Jameson's Mom]

Even with these obstacles, you never let

[Family Member (possibly parent)]

them define you or hold you back. That kind of strength is something that can not be taught. It comes from deep within. And I'm so proud of you. Your life hasn't always been easy or stress free, which is why I'm so thankful you were given this opportunity to be part of Burt's big adventure for 2026. I know you are naturally shy and take your time to open up to people, but you. Seeing you create amazing memories and friendships that will last a lifetime has filled my heart with so much joy. You may not always realize it, but you leave an impact on people around you just by being yourself. You have also shocked me in the best way by showing me how brave you are. There are rides I thought for sure you would be terrified to ride, but you faced them head on and ended up loving every second. Even the scary parts. That bravery will take you so far in life. Even though this trip was meant to celebrate you, your brothers were given the same incredible gift. The chance to experience the magic, memories and joy right alongside you. As your mom, that means more to me than I can ever explain. Seeing all of you laugh together, try new things, and share in a once in a lifetime experience is something I will treasure forever. I'm so thankful that this opportunity didn't just bless you, but our entire family. As the mom of this crazy crew, I am constantly planning, organizing, and making sure every detail is perfect. On this trip, for the first time, I didn't have to worry about a single thing. I knew you were safe, cared for, and surrounded by people who truly loved you. That piece is a gift I can't even fully explain. I'm beyond grateful. To Burt, the big Burt's Big Adventure staff, and the volunteers who made this experience. Experience possible for you. It is something we will carry in our hearts forever. Most of all, I want you to know how proud of you I am to be your mom. You have faced more in your young life than many people will ever face, and you continue to rise above it with courage, kindness, and strength. You inspire me every single day, which is why I'm able to advocate for you like I do. I love you more than words could ever explain.

[Jameson's Mom]

Love you, piggy.

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

Awesome, Jameson. You're awesome, man.

[Jameson's Mom]

You really?

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

Did you say he's naturally shy?

[Family Member (possibly parent)]

Yes. If he walks into a room and

[Jameson's Mom]

he doesn't really know people, it's like he stays in his shell.

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

Yeah.

[Jameson's Mom]

But, like, five, ten minutes in, he'll come out. And David even noticed it. He would see him kind of, like, different situations if we were going to breakfast. So, like, in the morning, you didn't

[Family Member (possibly parent)]

know what was going on?

[Jameson's Mom]

Because he would ask me, what are we doing, Mom? I'm like, I don't know.

[Family Member (possibly parent)]

Like, I can't tell you.

[Jameson's Mom]

I mean, most of the time, he could ask me where we're going, what

[Family Member (possibly parent)]

we're doing, and I could tell him.

[Jameson's Mom]

But for these, I. I'm like, I don't know. We're going to breakfast. We're gonna go here. Like, I just know as much as they tell me in the morning or the day before, and so it's not where I could prepare him. So just naturally, he. Yeah. Gets in his shell. But once he gets around people and gets comfortable, he just. He becomes himself and is just a wild and crazy kid.

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

Yeah. I'm gonna take a tremendous amount of pride in that, because if you'd have lined up 100 words describing him, I had to put shy at the very end of that thing because I haven't seen that at all. He's been all out there. This on Vert's Big Adventure. All right, thanks for being here, you guys. Welcome to our family.

[Family Member (possibly parent)]

Thank you for having us.

[Burt (Host of Burt's Big Adventure)]

All right, give us a couple of seconds here. I am officially launching an investigation into an odd request that one Burks Big Adventure kid made yesterday. Rowan. And I am pretty sure that, subconsciously, a staff member planted this idea because of all the trips we've ever been on, this one attraction has never been requested until this year. We'll get into it next. Get it?

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