Podcast Summary: The BOB & TOM Show - December 20, 2024

Release Date: December 20, 2024

Hosts: The BOB & TOM Show team, including Bob, Tom, Chick McGee, Josh Arnold, Pat Godwin, Ace Cosby, and Christy Lee.

1. NFL Highlights

Chargers' Historic Fair Catch Kick

The show kicked off with a significant NFL update. Bob announced that Cameron Dicker, the kicker for the Los Angeles Chargers, successfully executed a fair catch kick—a play not seen since 1976.

Bob: "Cameron Dicker at the Chargers made the first successful fair catch kick in the NFL since 1976 last night. He connected from 57 yards right before halftime against the Broncos."

Joe Burrow's Unique Gifts

Tom and the hosts discussed Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow’s unconventional gift-giving strategy. Burrow gifted his offensive linemen authentic Japanese katana swords, symbolizing respect and camaraderie.

Bob: "Brock Purdy gave all of his offensive linemen new cars yesterday. I swear to you, I thought the exact same thing when I watched the video."

2. Unwanted Gifts Statistics

Christy Lee shared intriguing statistics about holiday gifting trends, revealing that Americans are expected to spend $10.1 billion on unwanted gifts in 2024, up from $9.1 billion the previous year.

Christy Lee: "According to the site, Americans are expected to spend $10.1 billion on unwanted gifts. Last year, that figure was $9.1 billion."

The average cost of an unwanted gift has risen to $72, with half of American adults receiving at least one gift they didn’t want. The top unwanted items include paper airplanes, clothing and accessories, household items like tea towels, cosmetics, fragrances, technology, and food and drink.

Chick McGee: "I gave you guys all those delightful pot pies. Oh, you didn't know that?"

3. Holiday Gift Exchange Among Hosts

The hosts engaged in their annual gift exchange, leading to a series of humorous interactions and light-hearted banter.

Wireless Chargers and Framed Towels

Chick McGee unwrapped a stylish wireless charger, perplexed by its functionality, while Christy received beautifully framed bird-themed tea towels.

Chick McGee: "I didn't realize the charger thing was on the side and the input on the top was a different thing. I hate manuals."

Custom Decks and Personalized Gifts

Josh Arnold opened a custom deck of cards featuring the hosts’ faces, leading to playful teasing about using them for personal uses.

Josh Arnold: "I'm getting it out. Let me see what's Josh's... Oh, my God. It's wrapped in paper. It looks to be a deck of cards with my face and your face on it."

Cinnamon Rolls and Gourmet Treats

Chick received a box of homemade cinnamon rolls, reminiscing about his mother's renowned recipe, while other hosts opened assorted gifts ranging from miniature guitars to tech gadgets.

Chick McGee: "These are so good. Wow, this is my mom's recipe which we have framed in my hallway."

4. Other Notable News Stories

Spike in Penile Fractures During Holidays

Christy Lee reported a concerning increase in penile fractures during the holiday season, attributing it to heightened sexual activity and alcohol consumption.

Christy Lee: "A study published in the Journal of Urology International found chances of sustaining a penile fracture rose significantly between December 24 and 26."

Dog and Miniature Horse Show Jumping

A heartwarming story featured a 12-year-old Jack Russell named Dally and a 17-year-old miniature horse named Sparky, who have become local celebrities in show jumping.

Chick McGee: "Look at that little doggy having the best time. This is fantastic."

Discovery of Lost Heathcliff Lunchbox

A plumber from Virginia uncovered a long-lost Heathcliff-themed lunchbox from the early 1980s in a school, complete with a thermos, an adorable drawing, and the owner's name, Tracy Drain.

Christy Lee: "The lunchbox appears to have been made in the early 1980s. Inside, they found a thermos that still smelled like hot chocolate, an adorable drawing, and a tag with the student's name, Tracy Drain."

Russian Entrepreneurs Selling Snowman Spare Parts

In a quirky twist, Russian entrepreneurs have begun selling snowman arms online, marketing them as essential additions for perfectly constructed snowmen.

Christy Lee: "Russian media reportedly says the online classified ad platforms have been inundated with these ads for snowman spare parts."

5. Sponsor Mentions

Throughout the episode, various sponsors were acknowledged, including Progressive Insurance, Stephen Singer Jewelers, Lifelock, DrinkFieldOfDreams.com, and Shopify, each promoting their holiday deals and services.

6. Closing Remarks

As the show wrapped up, the hosts reflected on the festive activities, upcoming events, and shared a final round of jokes and stories, ensuring listeners ended their day with laughter and holiday cheer.

Bob: "Have a wonderful holiday season with lots of laughs and memorable moments. We'll be back next year with more fun and exciting content."

Notable Quotes:

• Bob on Chargers' Fair Catch Kick [09:13]: "Cameron Dicker at the Chargers made the first successful fair catch kick in the NFL since 1976."

• Chick McGee on Unwrapping Presents [15:15]: "These are great hats from the Chickster. I can't wait to get mine."

• Christy Lee on Unwanted Gifts [09:38]: "Some people don't unwrap them so for such a long time that they give them gifts now, not even wrapped."

This episode of The BOB & TOM Show blended sports news, humorous interactions, and heartwarming stories, making it a memorable holiday special for listeners.