The BOB & TOM Show – November 12, 2025

Main Theme / Purpose

This episode of The BOB & TOM Show features the classic blend of comedy, light conversational chaos, hot takes on news and pop culture, listener emails, and affectionate in-studio teasing. The cast discusses everything from morning clothing routines and Thanksgiving food traditions to the latest odd world records, the "stupidest" Apple product in years, and much more. The humor strolls through nostalgia, music, and family dynamics, with tributes to veterans and an in-depth dive into how side dishes are secretly the stars of Thanksgiving.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Playful Banter & The Art of Morning Routines (01:04–10:30)

• Discussion about Tom’s meticulous morning clothing system, including folding underwear and pre-hanging jeans.
• Other cast members (Chick, Christy, Josh, Ace) push back or share their lazier, less systemized approaches.
• The conversation devolves into goofy details such as laying out underwear, wearing similar jeans, and whether any of them ever tried on their mother's or girlfriend’s underwear (“Did you ever try on your mother’s panties?” – Tom, 05:54).
• Light teasing of Tom’s storytelling, especially when referencing personal artifacts like a restaurant chair from Juliet’s in Harbor Springs, MI.

“Do you do your clothes in rotation?” – Tom, 04:04

2. The Apple “Tube Sock” iPhone Carrier Rant (12:13, continued at 101:39)

• Tom brings up a new "fashion" iPhone carrier by Apple/Issey Miyake, which looks like a tube sock and costs up to $230.
• Ridiculed as ugly and impractical by Tom and Christy, with Josh noting it will probably be popular in Japan and Europe.
• Debate over the meaninglessness of Apple’s marketing lingo (“Inspired by the concept of a piece of cloth”).

“It is embarrassingly stupid-looking and incredibly expensive.” – Tom, 98:55

“Wearing a fashion accessory that says, I can’t think for myself. I jump off the cliff with the lemmings.” – Tom, 106:04

3. Thanksgiving Side Dishes: The True Stars (87:37–91:26)

• Campbell’s survey reveals stuffing, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, mac and cheese, and green bean casserole as top favorites.
• Cast shares what sides appear at their own tables — mac and cheese is divisive (“50% of the nation believe mac and cheese should be a staple at every holiday table.” – Christy, 89:51).
• Christy explains her homemade green bean casserole technique, and the debate turns to generational trends.
• Many would take a plate of just sides.

“The sides are the best part.” – Tom, 88:13

4. Music Nostalgia & Debates (41:06–47:57)

• Lingering debate on whether El DeBarge has a voice like Marvin Gaye, with Chick apologizing for any perceived musical blasphemy.
• Tom tries to thread Marvin Gaye, Bruno Mars, El DeBarge, and uptown/downtown songs into the conversation. Josh confesses indifference for Bruno Mars.

"Bruno Mars isn't good is the worst take I've ever heard you have." – Listener Nate, read by Chick, 47:28

5. Letters from Veterans and Drill Sergeant Stories (36:15–39:14, 61:08–62:56)

• Touching emails from listeners about the importance of military honor guards.
• Josh shares favorite drill instructor stories, including one about saluting a superior mid-bathroom break.
• Dear Bob & Tom: Listener stories about nicknames, memorable insults (“dickweed”), and moments from basic training.

“Private, if you stand and salute me, I will end you.” – Drill Sergeant (as recounted by listener Adam), 37:22

6. Northern Lights in Surprising Places (17:35–29:48)

• Powerful solar storm made auroras visible as far south as Alabama.
• Listener mail and photos on moose encounters, debates on the magic vs. mundanity of seeing the aurora at home versus abroad.
• Classic playful ribbing (“I don’t care about hearing about your friends.” – Josh, 27:21).

7. Sports & Football Picks (15:01–16:50, 44:09–46:05, 117:03–118:07)

• Rhonda Truman of Whitewater, Wisconsin wins the week 10 pigskin pick'em contest (13 of 14 correct, 30:30), spurring ongoing jokes about women's football acumen.
• Prize picks and sports betting promo discussions (15:58, 137:39).
• NFL talk, NBA uniform nostalgia, and coaching news (64:28).

8. Listener Emails: Food, Pets, and Weird Fridge Habits (42:41–43:51)

• Pictures of cats raiding fridges and an impromptu analysis of fridge content and organization.
• Chick admits to eating all yogurts in the shared fridge, regardless if he bought them (77:59).

9. World Records & Oddball News (68:00–71:32)

• Maryland man (Dash Rippington) reclaims Guinness record for most animal (mouse) traps snapped on his hand.
• Ongoing jokes about pain thresholds and sexual kinks; speculation about the record-holder’s probable penchant for “pain.”

"He calls himself Dash Rippington, and he’s shoving his hand into animal traps. What happened to this guy?" – Tom, 72:00

10. Sexy Time with Allie Breen – Relationship Advice Segment (139:01–153:28)

• Letters about inappropriate mother-in-law dreams, dating a Lego/wrestling fanatic, dating etiquette, and ex-wife drama post-divorce.
• Panel gives a mix of honest, tongue-in-cheek, and outright goofy advice.

“If I have the ick, I’m out.” – Christy, 149:02

11. Culture, Art & Money: Bob Ross and Picasso Auctions (155:06–159:09)

• Bob Ross paintings auctioned in LA for up to $318,000 each; proceeds support PBS.
• A Picasso portrait of Dora Maar sells for nearly $37 million.
• Pat performs a Bob Ross-themed parody song (“Ba ba ba ba ba Ross…” – 157:56).

12. Productivity, Success & Drinking: Surprising Correlation (118:51–123:29)

• Study says heavy drinking in youth correlates with later success.
• Cast agrees it may reflect social confidence or privileged networks, not a causal benefit of drinking itself.

“The real answer here is … put the phone down. Go out and learn how to talk with people. That’s gonna be the big thing.” – Josh, 120:22

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• "Did you ever try on your mother's panties?" – Tom, 05:54
• "Inspired by the concept of a piece of cloth..." – Apple product description, ridiculed by Tom throughout
• "The sides are the best part [of Thanksgiving]." – Tom, 88:13
• "Private, if you stand and salute me, I will end you." – Listener Adam’s drill sergeant story, 37:22
• "She’s a lady with a beautiful name. Rhonda Truman." – Tom, 15:07
• "Wearing a fashion accessory that says, I can’t think for myself." – Tom, 106:04
• "Josh, are you secretly a gimp suit guy?" – Christy, 73:35
• “I'm kind of a Marvin Gaye being run over by a car.” – Chick, 46:52 (re: Tom’s music comparisons)
• "Ba ba ba ba ba Ross... he paints clouds and trees..." – Bob Ross parody song, 157:58

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Morning Routines & Clothing Rotation: 01:04–10:30
• Apple “Tube Sock” iPhone Carrier Rant: 12:13; revisited 101:39–107:13
• Thanksgiving Sides Survey & Debate: 87:37–91:26
• Veteran/Drill Sergeant Stories: 36:15–39:14; 61:08–62:56
• Northern Lights: 17:35–29:48
• Macaroni & Cheese News (Apple Pie flavor): 79:44–83:04
• World Record – Mousetraps on Body: 68:00–71:32
• Sexy Time Relationship Advice: 139:01–153:28
• Bob Ross & Picasso News: 155:06–159:43

Tonality & Language

The show maintains its signature irreverent, warm, and occasionally self-deprecating humor, mixing the zany with the sincere—especially in supporting veterans and spotlighting Operation Honor Guard. The tone is frequently playful, with affectionate mockery among the hosts and candid, sometimes edgy listener letters.

For Those Who Missed This Episode

This episode is a slice of The BOB & TOM Show at its best—swinging from pop culture rants about Apple’s “tube sock” iPhone carrier, through the all-American food musings of Thanksgiving, wild veteran anecdotes, music nostalgia battles, and oddball Guinness world records, before winding down with personal relationship questions and odd new products. It’s the usual morning show feisty camaraderie, but with heart, plenty of callbacks, and a dose of genuine affection for the audience and the troops.

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