The BOB & TOM Show Free Podcast
Episode: January 27, 2026
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A lively blend of comedy, news, sports, listener letters, and playful banter, touching on freezing winter woes, pet antics, Super Bowl snacks, music trivia, travel plans, and some wild news stories (from snow leopards to lingerie on the Hollywood sign).
Episode Overview
The hosts dive into a signature mix of topical humor and conversation, focusing much of today’s show on surviving winter, dog-owner challenges, Super Bowl party food, and listener interactions. The team, joined by comedian Kostaki Economopoulos and regulars Christy Lee, Chick McGee, Pat Godwin, Ace Cosby, and Josh Arnold, riff on current events, personal anecdotes, and pop culture.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Surviving the Cold & Dog-Walking Dilemmas
00:20 - 11:28
- Bob and Tom open with a comedic country song about a church revival held in a bar, setting a playful, irreverent tone.
- The crew commiserates about sub-zero temps and wind chill jargon.
- Dog-walker hijinks:
- Chick McGee laments walking his two dogs in deep snow and freezing weather—especially his small dog, Dungy, who resists the cold.
- Invention ideas: Chick wishes for a way to “make a dog poop on command” (07:27), while Ace pitches the "puppy periscope."
- Christy suggests just letting the dogs out in the yard, teasing Chick for overcomplicating things.
“If you could come up with something that would motivate a dog to poop... you’re going to be a billionaire.” — Chick McGee (11:28)
2. Listener Letters & Pet Antics
17:18 - 24:46
- Chick reminisces about asking Pat Godwin to dog-sit (leading to much ribbing).
- Listeners share photos and tales:
- Enzo the Bernadoodle grimacing at his sweater.
- A standard poodle named Cruz who loves watching Tom on the show feed.
“That poodle is riveted on your image.”— Bob Kevoian (23:30)
3. Winter Travel & Fashion Tips
12:08 - 15:36; 45:32 - 47:46
- Christy details her upcoming listener trip to Italy (Rome, Florence, Venice, Tuscany, Lake Como).
- Banter about international flights, Italian and other national music, and dressing for cold (long underwear, balaclavas—jokingly confused with baklava).
4. Miscellaneous Humor
- Beatles Trivia: Tom shares that George Harrison hated the 'rosewood Telecaster' guitar used on the Beatles’ rooftop concert (25:23).
- Chick jokes about the futility of personal accomplishments compared to "famous dead guys," leading to a comedic song.
“They accomplished more in a lot less time... but they’re dead, and what good does that do you?” — Haywood Banks song (39:23)
- Potato Footballs: Discussion and song about making baked potatoes look like footballs for Super Bowl parties (28:01).
5. Food & Super Bowl Snacks
27:56 - 38:26
- Listener reports success with loaded baked potatoes at his solo Super Bowl party.
- Suggestions for big game party food themed to teams’ local specialties (clam chowder, lobsters, Seattle fish... and heroin gets a dark comedic mention).
- Pat Godwin performs his “Hot Baked Potato” song (37:38).
6. News Highlights & Quirky Stories
Climber’s Wife & Ferris Wheels
34:07
- The wife of a famous urban climber says her fearless husband “screams like a little girl” on Ferris wheels.
Dogs, Dinosaurs, and Woolly Creatures
21:49 - 22:34
- Callback to brontosaurus reclassification; riff on “woolly bully” puns.
Lobster Tanks & Cannibalism
41:25
- Listener (a former supermarket manager) explains lobsters in grocery tanks aren’t fed to clean out their “mud vein”; dominant lobsters may kill the others if the band comes off their claws.
Super Bowl, Sports, and Coaches
47:19 - 51:54
- Preview of Super Bowl starters and betting spreads.
- Chick tells of grueling personality tests for Cleveland Browns head coach candidates.
- Amused horror at personality test flubs in Dallas Cowboy cheerleaders documentary.
Attack of the Snow Leopard
52:20
- Skier in Mongolia is mauled by a snow leopard when trying to take a selfie, helmet saves her.
- Jokes about adding wild animals to Olympic skiing for higher ratings.
- On-site reactions to the viral video.
Wiener-mobile at the Indy 500
62:06 - 65:36
- The Oscar Mayer Wiener-mobiles racing in a special event.
- Discussion on regional hot dogs and favorite brands (Nathan’s vs. Oscar Mayer).
"Oscar Mayer's like fifth on my list."— Ace Cosby
Southwest Airlines Changes
100:46 - 108:12
- Southwest switches to assigned seating and adds baggage fees, ending their hallmark "bags fly free.”
- Mixed reactions—some staff and listeners welcome assigned seats, others mourn a lost travel quirk.
7. Pop Culture & Music Debates
- Scorpions vs. Judas Priest: “Priest had more hits.”
- High praise for standard poodles and pet genetics.
- Amadeus and F. Murray Abraham (128:24):
“Nicest guy. And I was terrified of him.”— Chick on meeting Abraham
- Notable actors with an initial as their first name (M. Emmet Walsh, CCH Pounder, LL Cool J).
8. Listener Engagement & More
- Letters: Birthday shout-outs (26:15), snow slide hypotheticals, stories of hotel theft (wastebaskets and light bulbs!).
- Travel Packing: Unused vacuum bags, packing strategy, and iron warnings.
- Pet Intelligences: Dogs can learn toy names by eavesdropping (156:03).
- Library Fetishists: Librarians report prank/obscene callers with “book-reading” fetishes (147:03).
- Museum of Personal Failure: Pop-up in Vancouver encouraging people to donate symbols of failure (149:52).
9. Notable Quotes & Moments
On Cold Weather & Pets
- “Are these the same people that are screwin’ up dinosaurs?” — Chick McGee (04:33)
- “Please, for God’s sake, crouch—go! Freezing.” — Chick (06:17)
- “If you could press a button, your dog would go... and you could get back inside.” — Chick (06:08)
On Listener Photos
- “Look at that weirdness…” — Bob to photo of Cruz, the TV-watching poodle (23:26)
- “That animal is being abused.” — Chick, about a stiff-posing, sweatered dog (21:19)
On NBA Mascots
- “Ray Finkel should die of gonorrhea.” — off-beat football party cross-reference (28:19)
On Music & Trivia
- “Only saved one sinner as Todd McGuire’s. A little sob that set my church on fire.” — from opening song (01:58)
- “He hated that guitar and never played it again.” — Tom on George Harrison’s rosewood Telecaster (25:23)
On Library Fetishes
147:03
- “Can you tell me about the Dewey Decimal System?” — Bob (as fake fetish caller, 148:02)
10. Timestamps For Key Segments
| Segment/Event | Timestamp | |----------------------------------------------|----------------| | Opening church-revival comedy song | 00:20 | | Pet walking in the snow/Cold weather jokes | 04:10-11:28 | | Listener pet photos/letters | 17:18-24:46 | | Christy’s Italy trip plans | 12:08-15:36 | | Super Bowl snacks/baked potato song | 27:56-38:26 | | Beatles trivia (George Harrison's guitar) | 25:21-29:02 | | Skier attacked by snow leopard | 52:20-55:11 | | Southwest Airlines seating change | 100:46-108:12 | | Wiener-mobile “race” at Indy 500 | 62:06-65:36 | | Library reading fetishes | 147:03-148:44 | | Museum of personal failure | 149:52-150:59 | | Dogs eavesdrop & toy-naming study | 156:03-157:43 |
11. Conclusion & Running Gags
- Signature segments (“letters from listeners,” fictitious products, commercials, and musical interludes) keep the show fresh.
- The crew relishes its offbeat family banter, self-deprecating humor, and running jokes (on Chick’s over-preparedness, Tom’s oddball inventions, and Christy’s role as the “sane one”).
- Plenty of playful digs at one another: “You are your own worst enemy.” — Bob to Chick (08:55)
Quick Reference
- Hosts: Bob Kevoian, Tom Griswold, Christy Lee, Chick McGee, Ace Cosby, Pat Godwin, Josh Arnold
- Regular Guests: Kostaki Economopoulos (comedy/NFL)
- Recurring Segments: Dog talk, sports updates, listener letters, musical comedy, Super Bowl food discussions, news-of-the-weird.
Episode Takeaways
- The BOB & TOM Show delivers a comforting mix of sharp-witted banter and diverse topics.
- Themes of winter hardship, animal hijinks, and the absurdity of daily life bind the episode together.
- Listener engagement is central—whether through letters, photos, trivia, or song requests.
- Plenty of food, travel, music, and pop-culture fodder for returning and new fans alike!
This rich episode is a freeze-frame of America’s winter: cold, slightly stir-crazy, but still full of laughter and clever camaraderie. And maybe, it’ll inspire your own Super Bowl baked potato bar