The BOB & TOM Show Free Podcast
Episode: B&T Extra: Florida Man competition, Prison Bail, & a Stupid World Record
Date: January 20, 2026
Episode Overview
This episode of the BOB & TOM Show Extra delivers the signature blend of sharp-witted banter, playful irreverence, and meandering comic conversations. The hosts gather with comedian Michael Loftus to riff on three main segments: the inaugural Florida Man Games, a discussion of prison bail, and an odd Guinness World Record involving a 16-hour tree hug. Lively tangents include reminiscing about goat-catapulting farms, bottled dressings, explosions of garden gnomes, and more. The tone is fast-moving, offbeat, and packed with laughs—perfect for fans of quirky news and unscripted humor.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. The Inaugural Florida Man Games
- Description of the Event:
- Held in St. Augustine, Florida.
- Dozens of locals don tank tops and cutoff shorts for events including:
- Wrestling while holding beers
- Pool noodle duels in mud-filled pools
- Sprints to “evade police officers”
- Theft simulation relays, involving the carrying of stolen items like bicycles, copper pipes, and catalytic converters.
- Advertised as “the most insane athletic showdown on earth”; tickets sold at $45.
- Comic Commentary:
- Meth use “encouraged” as a joke—“Helps things a little bit” (04:05, Bob Kevoian).
- Satirical mention of a “white collar division” for tax evasion.
- Speculation about whether there are professional “Florida men” competing, or if they're all amateurs due to “the really good competitors” being “locked up in county” (07:03, Bob Kevoian).
- Tangent: The group humorously discusses hosting a remote broadcast from Key West and visiting Hemingway’s house to “pet a six-toed cat” (08:17, Chick McGee; 08:20, Bob Kevoian).
2. Bail & Jail Stories
- How Bail Works:
- Explanation: Pay 10% of the set bond to a bondsman (e.g., $1,000 for a $10,000 bond), and the money is non-refundable if the defendant shows up (04:40–05:05).
- Personal Anecdotes:
- Bob recounts bailing out a friend on Christmas Eve: “Plenty. It was also going up there” (05:05, Bob Kevoian).
- Pat was bailed out of jail by a comedy club owner: “Public intoxication and interfering with an investigation” (06:23, Pat Carlini).
- Christy and Chick ponder whom they would help out, leading to comic distrust and jabs among the group (05:12, Chick; 05:17, Bob).
- Notable Quote:
- “Anybody who comes back at me with that reply, I mean, is it stir for a while?” (05:26, Chick McGee).
3. Pond Hill Farm, Goat Catapults & Exploding Gnomes
- Pond Hill Farm Visit:
- Listeners write in about this Michigan attraction, known for catapulting melons at goats, a tunnel of trees, and “blowing up a giant gnome with a gun” (08:42, Chick; 08:44, Bob).
- Bob confirms, “I have, many times. That’s the place where they have the catapults that you can shoot the melons at the goats” (09:14, Bob Kevoian).
- Goat Safety Concerns:
- The group jokes—sometimes feigning concern for the goats’ welfare:
- “What keeps you from shooting a whole melon at a goat... and killing it?” (09:33, Chick McGee).
- “You’re just lofting food in...” (10:14, Bob Kevoian).
- Eventually, Bob assures, “The animals eat the melon once in a row.” (11:45, Bob Kevoian).
- The group jokes—sometimes feigning concern for the goats’ welfare:
- Blowing Up Gnomes:
- Apparently, the farm uses dynamite or similar explosives to destroy lawn gnomes:“They put dynamite underneath and blow them up and people cheer” (12:15, Chick McGee).
4. World Record: Hugging a Tree for 16 Hours
- The Record:
- Faith Patricia Aricott, Uganda, hugged a tree for 16 hours, 6 seconds (15:41, Chick).
- Rules: No breaks, no releasing arms, standing the entire time. No bathroom breaks allowed.
- Purpose: Raise awareness for tree planting and conservation.
- Hosts’ Reactions:
- Light-hearted musing on hygiene logistics:
- “So she just pissed all over the tree then? Evidently.” (16:27, Chick).
- “She wore a diaper, obviously.” (17:09, Christy).
- The group riffs on adult diaper brands and durability (“Poise makes a nice product” – 17:24, Christy).
- Skepticism about the value of the feat:
- “What does she get for doing this?” (17:52, Bob).
- “She gets a world record, Tom.” (17:55, Christy).
- Comic suggestions: Restaurant called “You Gotta Eat That” in Uganda (18:18, Pat; 18:21, Bob).
- Light-hearted musing on hygiene logistics:
- Notable Quote:
- “The tree chose me.” (19:03, Bob Kevoian, quoting the record-setter)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- On Florida Man Games:
- Chick: “These are all the amateurs.” (07:13)
- Bob: “They have a meth tent, by the way, just right there on the sidelines.” (07:14)
- On Goat Catapults:
- Chick: “What keeps you from shooting a whole melon at a goat, and hitting him in the head and killing it?” (09:33)
- Bob: “The goats go, it’s a lemon. I wanted a cantaloupe.” (12:00)
- Chick: “You’re wasting food, you’re trying to kill animals and all bets are off because it’s Michigan.” (11:39)
- On Bail:
- Bob: “I had to bail a friend out of jail on Christmas Eve once.” (05:05)
- Pat: “Public intoxication and interfering with an investigation.” (06:23)
- On the Tree Hugging Record:
- Chick: “She just pissed all over the tree then? Evidently.” (16:27)
- Pat: “And potentially crudded. Right there.” (16:29)
- Bob (reading): “The tree chose me.” (19:03)
Timestamps for Key Segments
- Florida Man Games Discussion: 02:53 – 08:17
- Bail & Jail Stories: 04:16 – 06:30
- Goat Catapulting & Pond Hill Farm: 08:31 – 13:50
- World Record: Tree Hugging: 15:41 – 19:26
Tone and Style
The episode is informal, fast-paced, and filled with instant comedic takes and light sarcasm, with each host playing their usual character roles—curious, skeptical, irreverent, and always on the lookout for a punchline. The conversation frequently derails into absurdist territory, but with just enough kernel of reality (about bail or world records) to keep listeners engaged and laughing.
For New Listeners
Even if you’re new to the BOB & TOM Show, this episode offers an engaging and accessible slice of their comedic chemistry—a blend of real-life absurdity and classic morning show ribbing. Whether you want to hear about offbeat athletic competitions, the realities of bailing someone out of jail, or what happens when you hug a tree for too long, the group’s unfiltered, playful back-and-forth promises plenty of laughs.