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Episode: B&T Extra: Greg Warren with the Warren Report on Apples
Host/Author: The BOB & TOM Show | Cumulus Podcast Network
Release Date: December 18, 2024

Introduction

In this episode of B&T Extra, host Christopher welcomes listeners to an engaging and humorous discussion featuring special guest Greg Warren from the Warren Report. The primary focus of the episode revolves around apple bobbing, a traditional Halloween activity, and extends into a broader conversation about apples, their varieties, historical anecdotes, and playful banter among the hosts.

Apple Bobbing and Traditional Games

The segment begins with Greg Warren introducing the concept of apple bobbing:

Greg Warren [05:37]: "So you guys know apple bobbing? You put a bunch of water in a big basin and you put apples in there. And people put their hands behind their back and they try to get the apples out with their mouth."

Greg humorously contrasts apple bobbing with a more sanitized, theoretical version he dubs "apple tomming," where one avoids participation by lecturing others on hygiene:

Greg Warren [05:37]: "That's called the apple tomming."

The discussion swiftly moves into various traditional apple-related games. Greg elaborates on the origins and variations of these games:

Greg Warren [06:09]: "A lot of this is insane. This all started, I think, with a game called snap apple in Ireland..."

The hosts share laughs and anecdotes about similar games from their childhoods, enhancing the light-hearted atmosphere of the conversation.

Historical Insights: Johnny Appleseed

Delving into history, Greg Warren recounts the life of Johnny Appleseed (John Chapman), America's folk hero known for planting apple trees:

Greg Warren [14:38]: "Johnny Appleseed was basically America's first liquor rep."

He humorously attributes Johnny Appleseed’s tree-planting methods to his religious beliefs, which discouraged grafting:

Greg Warren [14:26]: "His religion would not allow him to graft trees. They said it hurt the plants."

The conversation touches upon the quality of apples grown from seeds versus grafted trees, with Greg quoting Henry David Thoreau on the sourness of Chapman's apples:

Greg Warren [15:41]: "They were sour enough to set a squirrel's teeth on edge and make a J. Scream."

The hosts laugh and poke fun at the historical anecdotes, blending education with entertainment.

Apple Varieties and Preferences

The episode transitions into a discussion about different apple varieties, with each host sharing their favorite types:

• Christy prefers Gala apples.
• Pat favors Fuji.
• Caller mentions Red Delicious and Honeycrisp.
• Josh aligns with Granny Smith.
• Greg supports Gala as the top seller.

The playful debate over the pronunciation of "Gala" vs. "Gayla" adds a humorous twist:

Christy [12:56]: "I go gala." Josh [13:05]: "How about for a formal event, do you go gala or gala?" Christy [13:09]: "I go gala. Unless it's all men, in which I go gay."

Laughter ensues as the hosts navigate the linguistic nuances of apple variety names.

Fun Facts and Light-Hearted Banter

Greg shares interesting tidbits about apples, such as their ability to aid in cleaning teeth:

Greg Warren [13:40]: "Eating apples can actually aid in brightening teeth. While it's not a substitute for toothpaste, the acid in apples helps clean the teeth."

This sparks a light-hearted debate about the ranking of fruits, humorously positioning bananas as the number one fruit:

Greg Warren [13:52]: "Apple is the second most popular fruit." Caller [13:56]: "Banana." Greg Warren [13:57]: "There you go. Really bananas."

The hosts continue with playful exchanges, including a brief, humorous tangent about the Cavendish banana and its near extinction, highlighting Greg’s propensity for adding quirky facts to the conversation.

Conclusion

As the episode draws to a close, Greg Warren ties together the various threads of the discussion, from traditional games to historical figures and favorite apple varieties. The hosts express appreciation for Greg’s insightful and entertaining contributions, culminating in a cheerful sign-off from Christopher:

Christopher [18:50]: "That's it for another Bob and Tom show. Extra. Catch us on iTunes, Google Play and Stitcher for Bob and Tom Extra. This is Christopher. Take care, everybody."

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Greg Warren [05:37]: "So you guys know apple bobbing? You put a bunch of water in a big basin and you put apples in there..."

• Greg Warren [14:38]: "Johnny Appleseed was basically America's first liquor rep."

• Greg Warren [13:40]: "Eating apples can actually aid in brightening teeth..."

• Christy [12:56]: "I go gala."

• Greg Warren [04:28]: "Guys, I'm in my newly remodeled condo. Yay."

Final Thoughts

This episode of B&T Extra seamlessly blends humor, historical anecdotes, and informative discussions about apples, making it both entertaining and enlightening. Greg Warren's engaging storytelling, combined with the hosts' lively interactions, ensures that listeners are thoroughly entertained while gaining new insights into the world of apples and their cultural significance.

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