The Bert Show – "Vault: Are Tramp Stamps A Thing For Men?"
Date: February 18, 2026
Main Hosts: Bert, Kristin, Abby, Cassie, Tommy, and callers
Theme: A lighthearted, candid discussion exploring whether men also get the infamous “tramp stamp” tattoos, how people feel about them, and listener stories about unexpected tattoo discoveries.
Episode Overview
In this humorous and engaging episode, The Bert Show team delves into the social perception of “tramp stamps” (lower back tattoos) on men. Prompted by the revelation that actor Seann William Scott (famous for playing Stifler in "American Pie") has a lower back tattoo, the hosts question if this tattoo placement is a trend for men, what motivates the choice, and how it’s received in relationships. The crew takes live calls from listeners—both those with stories about men’s “tramp stamps” and from a colorful tattoo artist sharing firsthand experiences with unconventional tattoo placements.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Celebrity Triggers and Gendered Tattoo Stigma
- Kristin reveals her crush on Seann William Scott is fading after learning about his tattoos, specifically one on his lower back that says "Amo" (Latin for "I love"). The crew wonders: Is the “tramp stamp” stigma the same for men as women?
- Quote (D/Kristin, 02:53): “How do you make out with a man who has a tramp stamp?”
- The group laughs at the double standards of tattoo placement innocence vs. trashiness.
2. Audience Poll: Are There Straight Men with “Tramp Stamps?”
- The hosts reach out: Is there a heterosexual man with a tattoo on the small of his back?
- Quote (F/Bert, 03:21): “This is our segment called It Only Takes One Call. Is there a man listening, a heterosexual man listening to this radio show right now who has a tattoo on the small of his back?”
- They keep phones open for relevant calls and accept stories from women who have seen these tattoos on men.
3. Tattoo Artist’s Perspective and Extreme Tattooing Stories
- Puck, a tattoo artist, calls in to share his experiences giving lower back tattoos to men (notably “inspiration” in Old English script) and provides vivid anecdotes about even more unusual or painful placements.
- Quote (G/Puck, 06:05): “We had a guy come into our tattoo shop, and... he wanted the word ‘inspiration’ tattooed across the small of his back in big old English letters.”
- The hosts probe tattoo culture, questioning motivations and if some placements are more about enduring pain than personal expression.
- Memorable Moment (07:24): Puck describes his own most unusual tattoo: "My testicles. They say New South."
- (G/Puck, 07:24): “My testicles. They say New South.”
- The segment devolves into humorous disbelief as Puck insists he’ll send photographic proof (which the hosts quickly decline).
4. Scarification: Beyond Ink
- Puck explains scarification—a form of body modification involving intentional scarring for aesthetic purposes—which shocks and disgusts the hosts.
- Quote (G/Puck, 09:52): "You have electrocauterary branding, which is electro scalping. You have normal scalping, where you just cut designs into the skin... etching, which is where you take a tattoo machine and turn the voltage on it all the way up."
- The team reacts strongly, equating it to self-harm and describing their emotional reactions to online photos of such practices.
5. Listener Calls: Real-Life “Tramp Stamp” Encounters
- Amanda shares a story about an ex-crush’s lower back tattoo—his mother’s name.
- Quote (C/Amanda, 11:35): "This guy that I had a crush on for a really long time... took his shirt off one day, had the tramp stamp. Makes me wonder a little bit. It’s his mom’s name."
- The hosts and audience are collectively weirded out; Amanda admits the revelation killed any romantic prospects.
- Jessica calls to reveal her husband has a “tramp stamp,” chosen by his ex-fiancé.
- Quote (C/Jessica, 12:23): “He was engaged before, and his fiancée drew it and picked the spot for him to get it tattooed on.”
- The hosts joke about the scenario but affirm, with some surprise, that yes, some men have tramp stamps and even get married.
Notable Quotes & Moments
| Segment | Timestamp | Speaker | Quote | |---------|-----------|---------|-------| | Seann William Scott’s tattoo as celebrity “dealbreaker” | 02:53 | D (Kristin) | “How do you make out with a man who has a tramp stamp?” | | The “One Call” Challenge | 03:21 | F (Bert) | “Is there a man listening, a heterosexual man listening to this radio show right now who has a tattoo on the small of his back?” | | Tattoo Artist Story | 06:05 | G (Puck) | “He wanted the word inspiration tattooed across the small of his back in big old English letters." | | Most Unusual Tattoo Placement | 07:24 | G (Puck) | "My testicles. They say New South." | | Scarification Details | 09:52 | G (Puck) | "You have electrocauterary branding... normal scalping... etching, turning the voltage all the way up." | | Real-Life Tramp Stamp: Mom’s Name | 11:35 | C (Amanda) | “It’s his mom’s name.” | | Tramp Stamp Chosen by Ex | 12:23 | C (Jessica) | “His fiancée drew it and picked the spot for him to get it tattooed on.” |
Timestamps for Key Segments
- 02:05-03:16: Hosts discover "Stifler" (Seann William Scott) has a tramp stamp and debate the appeal
- 03:21-03:53: Launching the live “One Call” challenge
- 05:51-07:38: Tattoo artist Puck calls with insights and wild stories
- 09:52-10:32: Introduction and explanation of scarification
- 11:14-11:55: Amanda’s story about a crush whose tramp stamp is his mother’s name
- 12:21-12:43: Jessica reveals her husband’s ex chose his tramp stamp
Podcast Tone & Style
Light, candid, and comedic—hosts are unfiltered, sometimes irreverent, and interact naturally both with each other and their listeners. Expect playful teasing, honest confusion/disgust at some revelations, and a consistently relaxed vibe.
Conclusion
In this episode, The Bert Show transforms a quirky celebrity tidbit into a broader (and very entertaining) cultural conversation. The result is laughter, a few cringe-worthy surprises, and candid listener stories that ultimately answer the show's burning question: Yes, men get “tramp stamps”—sometimes with wild stories to match.
Useful for:
Anyone interested in tattoo culture, gendered trends, or just looking for a hilarious take on relationship red flags and body art blunders.