The BOB & TOM Show Free Podcast

Episode: B&T Extra: Tom Surprises, Cheetles, & Letters
Date: March 9, 2026

Episode Overview

This lively "B&T Extra" delivers a classic blend of comedy, banter, and quirky news that fans of The BOB & TOM Show love. The episode revolves around recent surprise guests, funny musical parodies, debates about "Cheetle" (the iconic Cheetos dust), listener letters, and the hosts' legendary, meandering riff sessions. Signature to the show, the episode is peppered with self-deprecating humor and observations on the oddities of everyday life.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Comedy Song: “Never Been Laid”

[02:52 - 06:01]

• The episode kicks off with a musical comedy performance, lampooning nerd stereotypes and social awkwardness.

• Memorable Quote:

  "I made out with a Klingon at a Star Trek convention... but I’ve never been laid."
  — Guest/Performer ([04:39])

• Hosts and the cast chime in with gentle ribbing at the end:

  • Bob Kevoian: "Gee, I hope that Klingon I made out with was a girl Klingon." ([06:01])
  • Chris: "No, he's never been laid." ([04:34])

2. On-Air Surprises & Guest Stories

[06:11 - 08:26]

• Josh Arnold recalls recent surprise guest moments, notably actor Hugh Jackman and football legend Joe Theismann.

  • Bob Kevoian jests about the rarity of high-stakes surprises on the show.
  • The group lightly debates who deserves credit for memorable surprises and pokes fun at Josh for forgetting Hugh Jackman's name.
  • Memorable Quotes:

    "You guys always poo-poo on my surprise."
    — Josh Arnold ([06:47])
    "You had nothing to do with that surprise. Just admit that you had zero."
    — Chris ([06:49])

• The conversation shifts to memorable oddball guests, like a man who could mimic backwards records and a live bassoon quartet arranged by Josh.

3. The “Car Wave” Letter & Jeep Culture

[09:15 - 11:53]

• Bob reads a letter from a listener describing the camaraderie of Silverado drivers waving at one another.
  • The hosts riff on "car wave" etiquette: Is it a real thing? Jeep drivers are famously known for their “Wrangler wave” and rubber ducking traditions.
  • The group debates whether waving extends to all Jeeps or just Wranglers, with Chris noting:

    "I don't think a Wrangler should wave to a Jeep Cherokee." ([10:04])

  • Bob humorously admits to being told he’s “not friendly enough,” revealing Josh gave him tips, including waving at drivers of the same car.

    "Josh and I sat down and made a list of things that were wrong with me… Number one was I wasn't friendly enough."
    — Bob Kevoian ([10:25])

4. Life Admin: Blood Draws and Printer Fails

[12:17 - 15:02]

• Josh shares his upcoming physical and expresses his hopes for a skillful phlebotomist.

  • Exchanges about the anxiety of bad blood draws:

    “Let’s face it, I’ve got better veins than your average heroin addict.”
    — Josh Arnold ([12:37]) “You’re a majestically vascular man.”
    — Chris ([12:54])

• The team swaps stories about "veins that move out of the way," not looking during the draw, and past mishaps with trainee nurses.

• Light frustration (with trademark humor) about the office printer malfunctioning and the confusion it causes.

5. The Great Cheetle Debate: Snack Foods & Cultural Icons

[15:44 - 21:57]

• Paul and Storm’s jingle introduces the “Cheetle” topic:

  • “If you want to turn your daddy parts orange, eat some Cheetos and watch some porn.” ([15:46])

• Chris reads a news item announcing Cheetos and Doritos' moves to remove artificial flavors/colors (and, consequentially, the bright powdery dust aka “Cheetle”).

• The entire cast weighs in:

  • Bob Kevoian: “Who wipes [Cheetle] off? Don’t you just lick it off?” ([16:09])
  • Josh Arnold: "I think it's a mistake." ([17:09])
  • Chris expresses suspicion about the health and marketing rationale, worried changes may compromise taste authenticity.

    "If they're going to taste the exact same but they somehow got rid of the powder..." ([18:30])

• The group reflects on the Cheetos branding (Chester Cheetah), jokes about albino versions of the mascot, and dips into absurd tangents (e.g., Edgar Winter’s pink eyes).

  • The conversation ends with whether PepsiCo can truly maintain flavor without the dust, and why corporate messaging spins this as a “cleaner eating” convenience.
  • Memorable Quote:

    "I don't want my Cheetos to be clean."
    — Dave ([19:19])

• Josh shares a fun fact: Canada’s town of Cheadle boasts a 17-foot Cheetos statue, honoring “Cheetle.”

Notable Quotes & Moments

| Quote | Speaker | Timestamp | |-----------|-------------|---------------| | "Gee, I hope that Klingon I made out with was a girl Klingon." | Bob Kevoian | 06:01 | | "You had nothing to do with that surprise. Just admit that you had zero." | Chris | 06:49 | | "Josh and I sat down and made a list of things that were wrong with me… Number one was I wasn't friendly enough." | Bob Kevoian | 10:25 | | "Let’s face it, I’ve got better veins than your average heroin addict." | Josh Arnold | 12:37 | | "If you want to turn your daddy parts orange, eat some Cheetos and watch some porn." | Paul and Storm (Jingle) | 15:46 | | "Who wipes [Cheetle] off? Don’t you just lick it off?" | Bob Kevoian | 16:09 | | "I don't want my Cheetos to be clean." | Dave | 19:19 |

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Comedy Song “Never Been Laid”: [02:52 - 06:01]
• On-air Surprises & Guest Stories: [06:11 - 08:26]
• Car Wave & Jeep Culture Discussion: [09:15 - 11:53]
• Blood Draws / Phlebotomist Tales: [12:17 - 14:38]
• Cheetle & Artificial Colors Debate: [15:44 - 21:57]

Final Thoughts

This episode of BOB & TOM Extra perfectly captures the panel’s rapport and signature blend of observational humor, musical parody, and tongue-in-cheek debates about modern life’s little mysteries. Fans will appreciate the infectious banter, while new listeners will find it an entertaining snapshot of the show’s unique style–marked by witty camaraderie, gentle self-mockery, and lovingly irreverent riffing on pop culture and everyday quirks.