Podcast Summary: The BOB & TOM Show – January 14, 2026

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This episode of The BOB & TOM Show blends the show’s signature irreverent humor, lively banter, and discussions of news, sports, pop culture, and personal anecdotes. The morning features musical parodies, sports updates, stories from listeners, and a much-hyped "super surprise guest"—actor and comedian Bill Glass, known for playing Dr. Rick in the popular Progressive Insurance ads. Other highlights include standup comedian Jamie Lisso, an extended discussion about modern social memes like "Karen" and "Jessica", unique news stories, and the weekly "Sexy Time" relationship advice segment with Ali Breen.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Show Kick-Off: Musical Comedy & Banter

[00:15–04:13]

• The show opens with a comedic song, “When I Go Out Drinking,” full of rowdy lyrics and playful energy, performed by the hosts.
• Tom Griswold refers to Pat Daly’s classic party anthem, prompting much laughter and typical BOB & TOM back-and-forth.
• Memorable quote:
  • Chick McGee [04:07]: “Go out in the parking lot, piss on all the cars. Beautiful.”
• The team revels in the absurd imagery, celebrating the song’s mischievous spirit.

2. Teasing the "Super Surprise Guest"

[04:13–07:01]

• Tom drops hints about a "surprise guest," fueling speculation and comedic skepticism among the cast:
  • Chick McGee [04:49]: “Is it possible that it's someone you think we'd all know immediately and that you think he's popular, but he's not really at all?”
• Tom reassures: “You will know who it is.” The mystery persists, escalating curiosity for later in the show.

3. Pop Culture: Generational Slang & Wordle

[07:01–07:53]

• A segment builds around generational labels (“Gen Z,” “Alpha”, etc.), group fatigue over the terms, and light satire of cultural trends.
• Brief dive into “Wordle” with Tom confessing his daily post-show obsession.

4. News Oddities: Medical Marvels & Unusual Incidents

[07:53–14:00]

• Christy leads quirky news stories:
  • A man requires surgery to remove a sweet potato from his body (“Up his butt” – Chick quips).
  • A patient wakes up from surgery speaking fluent Spanish (skepticism all around).
  • Lightning-induced talents, with references to “Phenomenon” and “Flowers for Algernon.”
• The team riffs on skepticism about “instant genius” stories.
  • Tom Griswold [08:14]: “Is it Spanglish or is it really Spanish?...I think the guy's just faking it.”

5. Sports Desk: Mike Tomlin & NFL Coaching Carousel

[11:01–12:13]

• Chick delivers major sports headline: Mike Tomlin steps down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons.
• The group imagines an “NFL Coaches Swap” reality show, mixing sports and reality TV tropes.
  • “NFL coach swap. How about that?” — Chick McGee [11:47]
• Laughter ensues as Tom suggests trading not just jobs but houses and families.

6. Listener Letters & Relatable Humor

[19:00–25:40]

• Tom recounts a dehydrated, cramp-filled night and a bizarre dream about a singing waiter at “Pussyville.”
  • Playful banter about dehydration, electrolyte remedies, and cramp tales.
• Letters segment:
  • Listeners submit hypothetical Chick catchphrases (“You’re a menace!”).
  • Car cleaning tips morph into a comic exploration of domestic chores, leading to tomfoolery about buying fully furnished houses—and, satirically, “buying a woman.”

7. Edgy Humor & Wild Anecdotes: "Buying a Woman"

[36:44–40:00+]

• Josh reads a letter from a listener recalling “buying a woman” during Marine Corps service in the Philippines for “$15.”
  • Panel riffs on old comedian stories, wild nights, and international “prices.”
  • Humorous yet deliberately over-the-top references to prostitution, with recurring reminders that this is meant for laughs, not endorsement.

8. Snack Food and Pickleball Song

[27:00–32:03]

• The team laughs over a listener finding "Vlasic pickleballs" (pickled-flavored snack puffs), sparking commentary on bar snacks.
• Pat Godwin performs his parody “Pickleball Naked,” poking fun at pickleball’s senior citizen popularity and the visual hazards of a nudist game.
  • Memorable lyric: “Gramps’ micro-dickle is mighty small/Playing pickleball naked pickleball.”

9. Letter Box: Household Chores, Sock Routine, & Name Quirks

[41:05–44:45]

• Listeners share their routines for putting on socks and shoes (debate ensues: “sock, sock, shoe, shoe” vs “sock, shoe, sock, shoe”).
• Discussions of domestic minutiae highlight the show’s everyman relatability and comedic style.

10. Weekly Relationship Advice: “Sexy Time” with Ali Breen

[140:38–154:30]

• Ali Breen fields letters about relationships and sex—ranging from porn-watching preferences in couples, to social media oversharing, to thorny anniversary plans vs. bachelor parties.
  • Standout exchanges:
    • Gay Porn with Girlfriend:
      • “No, you are not gay... Your body and mind are responding now to just that act.” — Josh Arnold [143:40]
    • Wife blogs about husband’s faults for internet fame:
      • “That’ll get the views. That’s the problem…” — Ali Breen [147:48]
    • Bachelor party vs. anniversary conflict:
      • “Yes, she's being completely unreasonable…” — Josh Arnold [153:16]

11. Notable Quotes & Moments

• “Go out in the parking lot, piss on all the cars. Beautiful.” — Chick McGee [04:07]
• “NFL coach swap. How about that?” — Chick McGee [11:47]
• “Would you just like to buy a woman?” — Chick McGee [13:06] (the show makes it deliberately absurd)
• “Pickleball’s all the rage for folks of a certain age, but nudity is best left to the young…” — Pat Godwin [31:31]
• “I guarantee you will know who it is.” — Tom Griswold [05:59] (about the surprise guest)
• “My favorite sitcom and my favorite line right now is when he says ‘You don’t work here!’” — Chick McGee [125:36] (on Dr. Rick Progressive commercials)

12. The Super Surprise Guest: Bill Glass (Dr. Rick)

[124:51–135:03]

• Around 2 hours, 5 minutes in, the much-teased guest joins: Bill Glass, the actor/comedian who plays Dr. Rick in the standout Progressive Insurance "parentamorphosis” commercials.
  • Group heaps praise on Bill and the ad campaign’s relatability, improvisation, and comedic genius.
  • Bill reveals the Dr. Rick mustache is fake and most of the character’s magic is chemistry with great improv actors and writers.
  • Q&A covers the impact on his career, the process behind the ads, and if he gets recognized in public.
• Memorable moment: The studio gives him a standing ovation (off-air), and Tom declares it “the best surprise guest ever.”

13. Pop Culture & Sports: TV, Names, Progressive Commercials

Varied through show

• Playful speculation why certain first names become shorthand for generational/cultural criticism (“Karen,” now “Jessica”).
• Jokes about famous faces in commercials and the potential for TV series inspired by advertising icons.

14. Bizarre News: Stranded Skiers in Andorra & DJ Priest

[87:15–93:43]

• Three tourists in Andorra get stuck on a ski slope after following GPS too blindly (“Hope they had the insurance!”).
• A Portuguese priest gains fame as a DJ with over 2.5 million Instagram followers—provoking playful, irreverent speculation about Christian disco music and the state of modern church outreach.

15. Closing Banter: Java House, Car Ice, and More

[98:39–162:17]

• Final hour features more product sponsorship gags, the crew’s ongoing banter, household petty concerns (ice preference, sock choices), and reinforcing the family feel of the show: playful, sharp-edged, but always affectionate.

Important Timestamps

• [04:49] — The "super surprise guest” mystery teased
• [11:01] — Major NFL headline: Mike Tomlin steps down
• [31:31–32:03] — Pat Godwin’s “Pickleball Naked” song
• [36:44–40:00+] — Wild letter on “buying a woman” in the Philippines
• [124:51–135:03] — Bill Glass (Dr. Rick) interview
• [140:38–154:30] — Sexy Time with Ali Breen

Language & Tone

The tone throughout is raucous, self-deprecating, and sometimes edgy, with a knowing wink to the audience about the sometimes politically incorrect nature of the comedy. The language remains playful, sarcastic, and full of callbacks to running gags and the team’s real personalities.

Summary Table

| Segment | Key Moment/Quote | Timestamp | |-------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|---------------| | Musical Opener | “Go out in the parking lot, piss on all the cars. Beautiful.” – Chick McGee | 04:07 | | Surprise Guest Tease | “You will know who it is.” – Tom Griswold | 05:59 | | NFL News | Mike Tomlin steps down | 11:01 | | “Buying a Woman” Story | “$15 for the weekend in 1986!” – Letter | 37:53 | | Pickleball Song | “Gramps’ micro-dickle is mighty small…” – Pat Godwin | 31:31 | | Bill Glass Interview | Dr. Rick / Progressive Ad insights | 124:51–135:03 | | Sexy Time with Ali Breen | Relationship Q&A (“Does gay porn with my girlfriend make me gay?”) – “No, you are not.” – Josh Arnold | 142:42/143:54 | | Andorra Ski News & DJ Priest | “Hope they had the insurance!” | 87:15/92:25 |

Final Thoughts

This episode is a textbook example of BOB & TOM’s long-running appeal: rapid-fire camaraderie, comedic risk-taking, news-of-the-weird, crowd-sourced humor, running gags, and big-name surprise guest appearances. Bill Glass’ drop-in delivers on Tom’s extensive build-up, rounding out a morning packed with absurdity, insight, and the show's signature sense of the ridiculous in everyday life.