The Bert Show – "Vault: We Help Fall Out Boy Break Their World Record"

Date: March 5, 2026
Main Theme:
The Bert Show interviews Fall Out Boy as the band attempts to break a Guinness World Record for most radio interviews conducted in 24 hours. The hosts aim to set a positive tone for the band’s grueling media day and delve into the experience of attempting a unique world record while exchanging laughs and industry banter.

Episode Overview

This episode captures a lively, fast-paced conversation between The Bert Show hosts and members of Fall Out Boy, who join the show at the start of their marathon attempt to break the Guinness World Record for most interviews in a day. The hosts balance humor and genuine care, wanting to give the band a strong start and avoid becoming "just another radio tool." The band shares anecdotes about their music, encounters with awkward interview questions, and the journey toward their record attempt—plus a bit of joking about the world of Guinness records itself.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Pressure of Being First (00:45 – 02:17)

• Setting the Scene: The hosts express the pressure of being Fall Out Boy’s first interview in their attempt at the record, concerned about setting the right tone for the next 24 hours.
• Host’s Mission:
  • “The pressure is a little bit on us. Started off on a good foot. Hey, guys, what's up?” (01:38, Host B)
• Band’s Energy: The band jokes about being “sprite” and “lively” despite the early hour.
  • "It's three in the morning for you, isn't it?" (01:46, Host B)
  • "Yeah, we are Sprite." (01:52, Fall Out Boy C)

2. Navigating Sensitive Topics and Awkward Interview Questions (02:18 – 04:46)

• Interview Etiquette: The hosts ask which topics are off-limits to keep the experience upbeat—Pete Wentz jokes about avoiding questions about his future child dating celebrities.
  • "Let's not talk about, like, what celebrities my impending baby will be dating. Set me off a little bit." (02:43, Pete Wentz)
• Shared Frustrations:
  • Fall Out Boy recounts odd and inappropriate questions they've received, such as being asked to choose between Megan Fox and Jessica Alba, sandwiched between political questions.
    • “I was like, dude, come on, man…that was kind of a serious question into that.” (03:55, Patrick Stump)
  • Mention of an Australian interviewer crossing the line regarding Pete’s family, leading Pete to hang up:
    • "Next time I saw her, I hung up the phone on him." (04:20, Pete Wentz)
• Industry Reflection:
  • The hosts and band reflect on radio DJs who misuse their platform:
    • "Radio guys for the most part are people that never got any kind of attention in high school or college…they're just kind of like dorks." (04:22, Host B)
    • "You know, it's always easy to be mean when you have…a microphone or you have, like, a computer in front of you..." (04:39, Patrick Stump)

3. How the Guinness Record Attempt Came About (05:03 – 06:14)

• Origin Stories:
  • The band originally tried playing a show in Antarctica to get in the record book.
    • “We had like, an idea to play a show on Antarctica and get in the record book that way. And it kind of went back to, like, being eight and reading the entire Guinness Book of World Records…” (05:23, Pete Wentz)
  • When that didn’t happen, they pivoted to attempting the interview record.
• Guinness as Gatekeepers:
  • They joke about Guinness "feeling bad" and "showing mercy" by allowing their attempt.
    • “I think Guinness feels bad for us a little bit.” (05:58, Pete Wentz)
    • “They want to let us in the club, but we're just not that world record player.” (06:03, Pete Wentz)
    • “We may end up being the Barry Bonds of Guinness.” (06:07, Pete Wentz)

4. The Logistics of the Guinness Record Attempt (06:15 – 07:18)

• Record Details:
  • Target is at least 57 interviews in 24 hours.
    • “Over 57. I think we got to beat 57. That's the number to beat.” (06:19, Pete Wentz)
  • Strict verification: needs six impartial witnesses, possible adjudicator, full documentation, signatures, and notarization.
    • “Everything. Everyone has to sign something and it has to be notarized. I mean, like, there are very, very strict rules, as I'm told.” (06:38, Patrick Stump)
  • Previous failed attempts at other quirky records are humorously recalled: “Eat four saltines in 30 seconds…impossible! And you will literally die trying to beat that wrestler Eric.” (06:46–07:18, Pete Wentz)

5. Memories of Wild World Records (07:29 – 08:19)

• Childhood Memories:
  • The hosts and Fall Out Boy swap nostalgic stories about reading Guinness record books as kids.
  • Notable, absurd records discussed: walking on hands for 870 miles; longest fingernails.
    • “Longest stilts walk. 3,008 miles.” (08:00, Host B)
    • "I couldn't even do that in a segue." (08:09, Pete Wentz)

6. Closing Jokes & The Album Release (08:20 – 08:57)

• Encouragement and Humor:
  • The hosts wish the band luck and hope their positive interview will set the tone for Fall Out Boy’s marathon day.
  • Playful sign-off:
    • “Thanks for popping our cherry.” (08:31, Pete Wentz, joking as their first interview)
• Album Details:
  • Confirmation of album release date.
    • “When is the whole the album coming out, guys?" (08:36, Host B)
    • “December 16th.” (08:42, Pete Wentz)
    • "I promise you that you may be disappointed, but you should check it out anyway." (08:45, Pete Wentz, joking self-deprecation)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Setting the Tone:
  • "The pressure is a little bit on us…we want to know specifically…what topics are okay for us to talk about and which ones do you totally want to stay away from?" (02:13, Host B)
• On Unwise Interview Questions:
  • "Who would you pick between Megan Fox and Jessica Alba? …like, that's…a serious question into that." (03:55, Patrick Stump)
• On Guinness Records:
  • "They want to let us in the club, but we're just not that world record player. We may end up being the Barry Bonds of Guinness." (06:03–06:07, Pete Wentz)
• On Absurd Records:
  • “Longest walk on hands...870 miles.” (07:46, Host B)
  • "I couldn't even do that in a segue." (08:09, Pete Wentz)
• Playful Self-Deprecation:
  • "I promise you that you may be disappointed, but you should check it out anyway." (08:45, Pete Wentz, on their new album)

Key Timestamps

• 00:45 – Introduction of Fall Out Boy and the world record attempt
• 01:46 – Checking in on the band’s energy at 3 AM their time
• 02:41 – Topics to avoid and interview boundaries
• 03:55 – Most awkward question experiences
• 05:03 – How the idea for the Guinness record came up
• 06:19 – Confirmation of record details and requirements
• 07:46 – Most bizarre Guinness records
• 08:36 – Discussion of the new album’s release date
• 08:53 – Good luck wishes and upbeat close

Tone & Style

• Humorous, self-aware, playful, and slightly irreverent.
• Frequent joking between hosts and band members adds a sense of camaraderie.
• Open and candid, both parties poke fun at themselves and common industry foibles.

Wrap-Up

This episode delivers an engaging, rapid-fire exchange that balances levity and sincerity as The Bert Show helps Fall Out Boy kick off their Guinness World Record attempt. The group delves into what it’s like doing non-stop interviews, reflects on quirky world record culture, and reconnects with the nostalgia of childhood dreams. The show's mix of genuine care and irreverent fun keeps the tone light, and listeners get a behind-the-scenes peek at both music promotion and radio industry quirks.