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Welcome back. It's another Bob and Tom extra. This is Christopher. Not only is the Bob and Tom show live every weekday morning, but every afternoon. We'll give you a little extra in case you missed anything. We're talking missiles on the show today and JFK letters and corn talk. It's coming up in just a minute.

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Tom Griswold (2:39)

And John Evans is here with us. Anything else we didn't know about your life? Well, the last time I was here, I just picked up those Learn how to scat audio tapes. I don't know if you remember that I Did not know that. You don't remember that I. They send alphabetically. They send you a new band each month. So the first one I got was AC dc and I've pretty much got that one down. It's like click, click, click, click, click, click. The guy in the airplane is like, can I move away from this jackass? Did I get it right?

Summary

The BOB & TOM Show Extra: Missiles & JFK, Letters, & Corn Talk

Episode Date: September 15, 2025
Hosts: Tom Griswold, Bob Kevoian, Chrissy Lee, John Evans

Overview

In this lively installment of The BOB & TOM Show Extra, the crew dives into a classic blend of irreverent comedy and relatable nostalgia covering a range of topics: Cold War fears and the Cuban Missile Crisis, generational trauma, personal finance, quirky discussions about corn (and skewers), listener letters, and childhood memories about bikes—all sprinkled with quintessential BOB & TOM banter.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Scat Singing, Satellites, and the Cuban Missile Crisis

[02:39 - 06:12]

John Evans jokes about learning to scat sing via tapes themed by rock bands, kicking off the banter.
The conversation pivots to nostalgia regarding the early space age (Telstar satellite, Sputnik), evoking Cold War anxieties.
- Tom Griswold recalls seeing satellites as a child:
  
  “I can remember being a little boy and standing on the beach in Harbor Springs and looking up at... called Echo. It was very scary.” (04:46)
- Jokes about seeing satellites as foreboding, referencing the "communist moon."
The group reminisces and semi-seriously explores generational trauma, notably the impact of the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Kennedy administration.
- John Evans:
  
  “I went down that rabbit hole… I’m fairly convinced if anyone but JFK had been in office…” (05:32)
- Bob Kevoian relates a sci-fi series where the Cuban Missile Crisis triggers global destruction in an alternate history.

2. Generational PTSD and Wealth Anxiety

[06:12 - 07:21]

Conversational riffing about how every generation has its own unique anxieties and “PTSD,” connecting past fears (nuclear war) with current events (COVID).
Light-hearted speculation on whether even Jeff Bezos has mundane worries.
- Tom Griswold:
  
  “Even Jeff Bezos probably wakes up with a little bit every once in a while.” (06:34)
Jokes about Bezos’s personal life lead to playful, offbeat discussions about prenups and marital dynamics.

3. Corn News and Skewered Humor

[07:45 - 14:43]

The hosts read listener letters, with a special focus on the quirks of corn consumption.
Hilarious debate erupts over proper corn eating techniques, corn skewers, and the mystery behind baby corn.
- [Video/photo discussion] Dachshund-shaped corn skewers are celebrated, spurring laughter.
- Chrissy Lee clarifies the truth about baby corn:
  
  “Many corn, also known as baby corn, refers to the immature ears of corn harvested before the kernels fully develop.” (10:19)
- Bob Kevoian:
  
  “Are you kidding me? … I thought it was some kind of beat or something.” (10:27)
Food nostalgia surfaces as the group swaps methods for buttering corn (including spinning corn on buttered bread—a detail from the movie War Games).
- Chrissy Lee:
  
  “We used to use the heel of the bread…you could eat the bread. But we used it to butter the corn the whole time.” (13:16)
- Tech gadgets for buttering corn prompt more gentle ribbing about “fancy” approaches.

4. Listener Mailbag: Tradesman Wisdom & Bike Nostalgia

[14:59 - 20:11]

Listener letters prompt discussions ranging from old blue-collar expressions (“I’d rather shave a bobcat’s ass in a phone booth...”) to practical cycling tips.
- Bob Kevoian:
  
  “When I was a new mechanic, I was messing with the older guy…he told me I would rather shave a bobcat’s ass in a phone booth than f with him.” (15:24)
Conversation about bike accessories (bells, programmable horns) and e-bike modifications.
- Tom Griswold admits his bike is “like three different bikes thrown together,” and the group relives childhood humiliation about bike baskets and banana seats.
- John Evans:
  
  “If you were a girl with a basket, though, it was fine.” (18:44)
- Tom Griswold:
  
  “But I had a paper route…Just relentlessly mocked.” (18:48)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Tom Griswold on Satellite Anxiety:
“I can remember being a little boy and standing on the beach in Harbor Springs and looking up at... called Echo. It was very scary.” (04:46)
Bob Kevoian’s Sci-Fi Note:
“I’m watching a sci-fi series right now…in their alternate reality, the world did end in 1963.” (05:50)
Chrissy Lee’s Baby Corn Factoid:
“Many corn, also known as baby corn, refers to the immature ears of corn harvested before the kernels fully develop.” (10:19)
Listener Letter, Classic Working-Class Saying:
“I would rather shave a bobcat’s ass in a phone booth than f with him.” (15:24)
On Being Mocked for a Bike Basket:
“If you had a basket on your bike…you would just be mocked.” (18:31)
Generational Humor:
“You're not riding down dirt hills and jumps now.” — Chrissy Lee (19:15)

Important Timestamps for Key Segments

02:39: John Evans scatting, segue into Cold War technology and Telstar nostalgia
05:17: Cuban Missile Crisis discussion and alternate history
06:16: Generational PTSD and Bezos riff
07:45: Opening listener letters; focus on corn news and corn skewer humor
10:19: Chrissy Lee’s explanation of baby corn
13:02: Methods of buttering corn, inspired by War Games
15:24: Email about blue-collar idioms and phone booth expressions
17:37: Discussion about types of bikes and modifications
18:48: Tom recalls being mocked for a paper route bike basket

Tone & Takeaways

The tone is characteristically warm, self-deprecating, and fast-paced, with the comedians showcasing their knack for bouncing between silliness and real nostalgia. The episode is a mix of generational reflection (Cold War/Cuban Missile Crisis), food fun (corn bibelots), and relatable life details via lively listener correspondence. If you’re looking for playful banter with a touch of Americana, this episode delivers plenty to smile about!

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B&T Extra: Missles & JFK, Letters, & Corn talk