Vault: Phone Scam - Hooters - The Bert Show

The Bert Show: Vault - Phone Scam - Hooters

Date: December 1, 2025
Host: The Bert Show Cast
Episode Theme:
In this classic segment, The Bert Show team runs a prank phone call—also known as a "phone scam"—on a concerned father. Posing as a representative from Hooters, the caller pretends that the father’s teenage daughter has applied for a job at the restaurant, leading to hilarious, uncomfortable, and ultimately wholesome moments. At its core, this episode is about playing on parental anxieties for comic effect while demonstrating the show’s signature blend of humor and surprise reveals.

Key Discussion Points & Segment Breakdown

1. Initiating the Prank Call

[01:14] The prank caller, "Jeremy," calls looking for Amanda, but reaches her father instead.
[01:31] Jeremy claims Amanda applied for a job at Hooters and says they need more information to complete the paperwork.

2. Request for Personal Details

[01:31 – 01:47]
- Jeremy asks for Amanda’s birthdate.
- Amanda’s father confirms she’s 16, clearly showing concern but still cooperating at this point.

3. Escalating the Prank: An Outrageous Request

[01:58] Jeremy suddenly asks for Amanda’s bra size, purportedly for the work uniform, crossing into uncomfortable territory.
- Amanda’s father is immediately taken aback.
- Quote:
  - Amanda's Father: "Excuse me?" (01:58)
  - Jeremy: "Do you know what size bra or bathing suit top she wears?" (01:59)

4. Father’s Rising Frustration

[02:07 - 02:49]
- Amanda’s father demands to know where Jeremy is calling from and what exactly the job is.
- Growing disbelief and anger:
  - Amanda's Father: "She would never come in there and apply for a job. She would never work at Hooters." (02:35)
  - Jeremy: "Well, she most certainly did." (02:33)
- The situation escalates; Amanda’s father swears and refuses to accept the story.

5. Refusal and Sarcastic Suggestions

[02:49-03:12]
- The father forcefully rejects the idea of his daughter working at Hooters and makes a pointed suggestion:
  - Amanda's Father: “You take that paperwork, you wad it up in a nice ball and shove it up your ass because my daughter is not working for Hooters.” (02:49)

6. The Money Angle and Further Provocation

[03:37-03:44]
- Jeremy tries tempting with the prospect of high tip earnings.
- Amanda’s father is unwavering:
  - Jeremy: “She can make 75, 100 bucks an hour in tips.” (03:40)
  - Amanda’s Father: “Jeremy, I don’t care what kind of money.” (03:42)

7. Attempted Justifications and Parental Wisdom

[04:05-04:24]
- Jeremy insists Hooters is a “family restaurant.”
- Amanda’s father flatly rejects this notion, deriding the concept.
  - Jeremy: "Families go to Hooters." (04:11)
  - Amanda's Father: “That is such a bunch of sh—” (04:13)
  - Jeremy: "T. Okay, you know what? That's uncalled for and it's not appreciated." (04:14)

8. The Outrageous Closer

[04:36-04:42]
- Jeremy, pushing it over the top, asks if the father’s wife is available for the shift instead.
  - Jeremy: “Is your wife available Friday at 3?” (04:42)
- At this point, the father has had enough, and the segment wraps up.

9. The Reveal

[04:59-05:19]
- The Bert Show reveals the prank, identifying themselves and letting the father know it was all a joke—set up by his wife.
- The father’s relief and exasperation come through:
  - Jeremy/Jeff: "No, actually, this is Jeff and I’m calling from the Bert Show at Q100 radio. Yeah, and you’ve been the victim of a phone scam." (05:06)
  - Amanda’s Father: "Oh, you’re kidding... Oh my God.” (05:16-05:18)

10. Good-Natured Wrap-Up

[05:30-05:39]
- The father admits he doesn’t like the thought of his daughter in a Hooters uniform:
  - Jeremy/Jeff: "You don't like the idea of your little girl in the Hooters uniform, do you there?" (05:33)
  - Amanda's Father: "No, I don't." (05:39)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

“You take that paperwork, you wad it up in a nice ball and shove it up your ass because my daughter is not working for Hooters.”
– Amanda’s Father [02:49]
“Is your wife available Friday at 3?”
– Jeremy [04:42]
“You're very upset at your little girl growing up.”
– Jeremy/Jeff [05:19]
“Oh, boy, you kind of had me there, didn't you?”
– Amanda’s Father, post-reveal [05:30]

Summary Notes

Tone: Playful, irreverent, and a little edgy, in true Bert Show style.
Content Style: Fast-paced, focusing on escalating the outrageousness of the prank while keeping the underlying anxiety relatable and funny.
Engagement: This episode highlights the show’s ability to push boundaries for humor, while ultimately focusing on lighthearted fun and relatable parental concerns.

If you missed the episode:
You’ll find a classic Bert Show phone prank that combines clever improv, family dynamics, and sharp comedic timing. The prank spirals from a mundane job inquiry to an over-the-top scenario, followed by a satisfying reveal. Amanda’s dad’s mix of bewilderment, protectiveness, and exasperation makes for laugh-out-loud radio—all resolved with good spirits and a laugh once the truth is out.

The Bert Show: Vault - Phone Scam - Hooters

Key Discussion Points & Segment Breakdown

1. Initiating the Prank Call

[01:14] The prank caller, "Jeremy," calls looking for Amanda, but reaches her father instead.
[01:31] Jeremy claims Amanda applied for a job at Hooters and says they need more information to complete the paperwork.

2. Request for Personal Details

[01:31 – 01:47]
- Jeremy asks for Amanda’s birthdate.
- Amanda’s father confirms she’s 16, clearly showing concern but still cooperating at this point.

3. Escalating the Prank: An Outrageous Request

[01:58] Jeremy suddenly asks for Amanda’s bra size, purportedly for the work uniform, crossing into uncomfortable territory.
- Amanda’s father is immediately taken aback.
- Quote:
  - Amanda's Father: "Excuse me?" (01:58)
  - Jeremy: "Do you know what size bra or bathing suit top she wears?" (01:59)

4. Father’s Rising Frustration

[02:07 - 02:49]
- Amanda’s father demands to know where Jeremy is calling from and what exactly the job is.
- Growing disbelief and anger:
  - Amanda's Father: "She would never come in there and apply for a job. She would never work at Hooters." (02:35)
  - Jeremy: "Well, she most certainly did." (02:33)
- The situation escalates; Amanda’s father swears and refuses to accept the story.

5. Refusal and Sarcastic Suggestions

[02:49-03:12]
- The father forcefully rejects the idea of his daughter working at Hooters and makes a pointed suggestion:
  - Amanda's Father: “You take that paperwork, you wad it up in a nice ball and shove it up your ass because my daughter is not working for Hooters.” (02:49)

6. The Money Angle and Further Provocation

[03:37-03:44]
- Jeremy tries tempting with the prospect of high tip earnings.
- Amanda’s father is unwavering:
  - Jeremy: “She can make 75, 100 bucks an hour in tips.” (03:40)
  - Amanda’s Father: “Jeremy, I don’t care what kind of money.” (03:42)

7. Attempted Justifications and Parental Wisdom

[04:05-04:24]
- Jeremy insists Hooters is a “family restaurant.”
- Amanda’s father flatly rejects this notion, deriding the concept.
  - Jeremy: "Families go to Hooters." (04:11)
  - Amanda's Father: “That is such a bunch of sh—” (04:13)
  - Jeremy: "T. Okay, you know what? That's uncalled for and it's not appreciated." (04:14)

8. The Outrageous Closer

[04:36-04:42]
- Jeremy, pushing it over the top, asks if the father’s wife is available for the shift instead.
  - Jeremy: “Is your wife available Friday at 3?” (04:42)
- At this point, the father has had enough, and the segment wraps up.

9. The Reveal

[04:59-05:19]
- The Bert Show reveals the prank, identifying themselves and letting the father know it was all a joke—set up by his wife.
- The father’s relief and exasperation come through:
  - Jeremy/Jeff: "No, actually, this is Jeff and I’m calling from the Bert Show at Q100 radio. Yeah, and you’ve been the victim of a phone scam." (05:06)
  - Amanda’s Father: "Oh, you’re kidding... Oh my God.” (05:16-05:18)

10. Good-Natured Wrap-Up

[05:30-05:39]
- The father admits he doesn’t like the thought of his daughter in a Hooters uniform:
  - Jeremy/Jeff: "You don't like the idea of your little girl in the Hooters uniform, do you there?" (05:33)
  - Amanda's Father: "No, I don't." (05:39)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

“You take that paperwork, you wad it up in a nice ball and shove it up your ass because my daughter is not working for Hooters.”
– Amanda’s Father [02:49]
“Is your wife available Friday at 3?”
– Jeremy [04:42]
“You're very upset at your little girl growing up.”
– Jeremy/Jeff [05:19]
“Oh, boy, you kind of had me there, didn't you?”
– Amanda’s Father, post-reveal [05:30]

Summary Notes

Tone: Playful, irreverent, and a little edgy, in true Bert Show style.
Content Style: Fast-paced, focusing on escalating the outrageousness of the prank while keeping the underlying anxiety relatable and funny.
Engagement: This episode highlights the show’s ability to push boundaries for humor, while ultimately focusing on lighthearted fun and relatable parental concerns.

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Vault: Phone Scam - Hooters

Summary

The Bert Show: Vault - Phone Scam - Hooters

Key Discussion Points & Segment Breakdown

1. Initiating the Prank Call

2. Request for Personal Details

3. Escalating the Prank: An Outrageous Request

4. Father’s Rising Frustration

5. Refusal and Sarcastic Suggestions

6. The Money Angle and Further Provocation

7. Attempted Justifications and Parental Wisdom

8. The Outrageous Closer

9. The Reveal

10. Good-Natured Wrap-Up

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Summary Notes

Transcript

Summary

The Bert Show: Vault - Phone Scam - Hooters

Key Discussion Points & Segment Breakdown

1. Initiating the Prank Call

2. Request for Personal Details

3. Escalating the Prank: An Outrageous Request

4. Father’s Rising Frustration

5. Refusal and Sarcastic Suggestions

6. The Money Angle and Further Provocation

7. Attempted Justifications and Parental Wisdom

8. The Outrageous Closer

9. The Reveal

10. Good-Natured Wrap-Up

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Summary Notes