The BOB & TOM Show – March 3, 2025
Hosts: Tom Griswold, Chick McGee
Guest Appearances: Christy Lee, Josh Arnold, Ace Cosby, Pat Godwin
Location: O'Reilly Auto Parts Studios
Network: Cumulus Podcast Network
1. Humorous Banter and Light-Hearted Conversations
The episode kicks off with the hosts engaging in their signature humorous exchanges. Pat Godwin delivers a quirky poem about the joys of "pissing outside," sparking laughter and playful teasing among the hosts.
- Pat Godwin: “[00:43] …You don't know what you're missing until you start pissing outside.”
Chick McGee and Tom Griswold continue the light-hearted theme, joking about personal habits and quirky anecdotes.
- Chick McGee: “[03:56] …Tom loves pissing outside. He does it multiple times a morning.”
The conversation seamlessly transitions into discussions about personal grooming, with Josh Arnold revealing his newfound pencil-thin mustache, leading to ribbing from his co-hosts.
- Tom Griswold: “[05:26] …I was driving in the middle of nowhere and that came over and I took a quick glance… It made my day.”
2. Pop Culture and Entertainment
A significant portion of the episode delves into the recent Academy Awards, with hosts and guests sharing their thoughts on winner "Nora" and other nominated films.
- Christy Lee: “[10:57] …Our flight was delayed quite a bit last night, so I got to watch the Academy Awards on the plane.”
The hosts express varying opinions on the nominees, discussing memorable moments and personal preferences.
- Josh Arnold: “[11:15] …But that was my favorite movie.”
- Chick McGee: “[11:36] …Mikey Madison won instead of Demi Moore. Demi was kind of a lock, and I thought, why?”
They also critique performances and award outcomes, highlighting the unexpected win of "Nora" for Best Picture.
3. Sports Highlights and Anecdotes
Celebrating the baseball season, the hosts share exciting road trip plans to upcoming games, bringing enthusiasm for their favorite teams.
- Tom Griswold: “[15:24] …We're going to be celebrating the baseball season with a couple trips on the road.”
Additionally, a humorous segment centers around a story about Derek Jeter using a gold thong to overcome a hitting slump, inspiring a creative parody song by Ace Cosby.
- Ace Cosby: “[17:34] …Just a Slump Busting Gold Thong…”
The playful banter continues as they mockingly discuss sports traditions and superstitions.
4. News Segments: Unusual and Intriguing Stories
A. Medical Innovations: Christy Lee reports on groundbreaking medical procedures, such as implanting teeth into a patient's eyes to restore sight.
- Christy Lee: “[82:03] …Tooth and eye surgery is a procedure that involves removing a patient's tooth, installing a plastic optical lens inside it, and then implanting it in their eye.”
B. Public Health Concerns: The hosts discuss rising measles cases in Oregon linked to "measle parties," emphasizing the dangers of intentionally exposing individuals to the virus.
- Christy Lee: “[141:13] …people should not expose anyone to the virus intentionally.”
C. Strange Traditions: A Belgian town faces backlash for banning a 600-year-old tradition of drinking live fish, leading to protests by enraged residents.
- Christy Lee: “[154:36] …people calling it inhuman.”
5. Personal Stories and Listener Interactions
Listeners share personal anecdotes, such as narrowly escaping a train accident due to distracted driving, prompting conversations about safety and personal responsibility.
- Christy Lee: “[117:11] …A 27-year-old was FaceTiming his girlfriend while driving to her house… his blood alcohol level, 0.273.”
The episode also features heartfelt moments, including Tributes to Gene Hackman, with humorous reflections on his memorable interactions with the hosts.
- Josh Arnold: “[100:30] …Hi. This Gene Hackman… Bob and Tom are the biggest jerks I've ever met.”
6. Promotional Segments and Advertisements
While primarily focusing on content, the episode includes brief promotional mentions:
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7. Closing Remarks and Upcoming Events
The hosts wrap up the episode by teasing future shows, including special segments honoring the Toledo Mud Hens and plans for upcoming road trips celebrating local sports.
- Tom Griswold: “[137:43] …We're going to do a special show in honor of the legendary Toledo Mud Hens.”
Listeners are encouraged to engage with the show through social media and participate in upcoming contests.
Notable Quotes:
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Pat Godwin on Pissing Outside: “[00:43] …You don't know what you're missing until you start pissing outside.”
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Christy Lee on Measle Parties: “[141:13] …people should not expose anyone to the virus intentionally.”
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Josh Arnold on Pencil-Thin Mustache: “[05:26] …It made my day.”
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Ace Cosby’s Parody Song about Derek Jeter: “[17:34] …Just a Slump Busting Gold Thong.”
This episode of The BOB & TOM Show masterfully weaves together humor, pop culture commentary, sports enthusiasm, and intriguing news stories, all while maintaining the hosts' engaging and relatable dynamic. Whether debating Oscar outcomes, sharing personal mishaps, or highlighting unusual news, the show offers a comprehensive and entertaining listen for both regular fans and newcomers alike.