The BOB & TOM Show – March 28, 2025: Opening Day in Toledo!!
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Introduction and Setting
Broadcasting live from the Glass City Center in Toledo, Ohio, the BOB & TOM Show welcomed a vibrant crowd on Opening Day for the Toledo Mud Hens. Hosts Tom Griswold, Chick McGee, Christy Lee, Josh Arnold, and Pat Godwin set the stage for a morning filled with comedy, sports talk, and engaging interactions.
Musical Performances
Haywood Banks’ Wiper Blades Song ([01:09] Haywood Banks): The show kicked off with a humorous and quirky song by comedian Haywood Banks, highlighting the struggles of dealing with winter weather and faulty wiper blades. The catchy tune set a lighthearted tone for the episode.
Pat Godwin’s “Suck the Fat off My Fanny” ([12:17] Pat Godwin): Pat delivered a comedic take on weight loss struggles, transforming his personal challenges into a funny musical number:
“Suck the fat off my fanny, Suck it out of my cheeks...”
Haywood Banks’ “Interstate 80, Iowa” ([77:00] Haywood Banks): Haywood continued his musical contributions with a regional tribute song, weaving elements of local culture and humor:
“Interstate 80, Iowa... There's that smell again. Corn, corn, corn.”
Guest Appearance: Drew Storen and Field of Dreams Whiskey Company
Drew Storen’s Interview ([60:29] Drew Storen): Drew Storen, founder of Field of Dreams Whiskey, shared insights about the company’s unique offering—whiskey crafted from corn grown on the iconic Field of Dreams movie set. Highlighting the limited release of their Opening Day batch:
“We do one bottle for every player in the history of baseball... If you have bottle 4204, you got Babe Ruth. If you have bottle 19,736, you have mine.”
Drew humorously recounted his pitching days and interactions with teammates, adding a personal touch to the discussion about the whiskey brand.
Sports Discussions
NCAA Tournament Predictions ([17:32] Christy Lee & Josh Arnold): The hosts engaged in light-hearted banter over NCAA basketball tournament predictions, humorously debating outcomes and reflecting on unexpected game results.
Famous Baseball Nicknames ([50:36] Baseball Segment): Christy Lee led a segment on iconic baseball nicknames, recalling figures like Dennis Boyd (“Oil Can”) and Wilmer Vinegar Bend, infusing historical anecdotes with comedic twists.
Christy Lee: “Pat, you got the keyboard working today?”
Pat Godwin: “Yes, we got it working.”
Toledo Mud Hens Opening Day ([44:15] Tom Griswold): Tom Griswold emphasized the significance of the Mud Hens’ season opener, discussing the team’s history and the festive atmosphere surrounding the event.
Audience Interaction and Letters
“Toledo Mud Hen” Misinterpretation ([07:08] Christy Lee): A listener’s letter sparked laughter as the hosts explored the unintended sexual innuendo of the term “Toledo Mud Hen.”
Tom Griswold: “The Toledo Mud Hen sounds like a sex move...”
Audience Questions and Jokes ([46:21] Listener Letters): Listeners submitted humorous questions and anecdotes, including playful misunderstandings and lighthearted jokes about driving mishaps and baseball incidents.
News Highlights
Clown Trespassing Incident ([132:44] Josh Arnold & Christy Lee): A bizarre news story about a man dressed as Ronald McDonald causing a commotion and being arrested for trespassing, delivered with the hosts’ signature comedic flair.
Josh Arnold: “Oh, that's what you want to say to a police officer arresting you?”
Breast Milk Ice Cream Launch ([133:51] Josh Arnold): Christy Lee reported on the unconventional launch of breast milk-flavored ice cream by Baby Brand Frida, prompting humorous skepticism and jokes about the product’s viability.
Josh Arnold: “They insist it's not an April Fool's joke...”
Emoji Segment
Decoding Emoji Meanings ([122:16] Christy Lee & Josh Arnold): The hosts delved into the hidden meanings behind commonly used emojis, uncovering their sexual connotations and sharing laughs over the misinterpretations.
Josh Arnold: “Cherries are for boobs...”
Christy Lee: “Pineapple is for swingers...”
Closing Remarks and Final Performances
The show wrapped up with more musical performances and closing banter, reinforcing the camaraderie among hosts and guests. Haywood Banks continued his comedic song attempts, while Drew Storen reiterated the unique offerings of Field of Dreams Whiskey.
Tom Griswold: “We're in the O'Reilly Auto Parts Studios here at the Glass City Center, Toledo, Ohio, courtesy of 1047 WIOT and this is the Bob and Tom Show.”
Notable Quotes
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Pat Godwin ([12:17]): “Suck the fat off my fanny, Suck it out of my cheeks...”
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Drew Storen ([60:29]): “We do one bottle for every player in the history of baseball... If you have bottle 4204, you got Babe Ruth.”
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Christy Lee ([17:32]): “Duke in Arizona. What did I say? Arizona plus 10. Duke 100. Arizona 93. Oh, all right. Got that one.”
Conclusion
The March 28, 2025 episode of The BOB & TOM Show provided a delightful mix of comedy, sports enthusiasm, and engaging guest interactions. From humorous songs and playful audience interactions to insightful conversations with Drew Storen about Field of Dreams Whiskey, the show delivered entertainment tailored for both dedicated listeners and newcomers alike.
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