The Bobby Bones Show: "AMY: F-Bombs and Feelings: What Cursing Says About You"
Date: November 8, 2025
Hosts: Amy & Kat
Episode Theme: Exploring what swearing says about authenticity, emotions, and personal quirks—with lots of laughter and real-life stories.
Episode Overview
This episode of The Bobby Bones Show centers around Amy and Kat's honest, humorous conversation on swearing—why people curse, what it says about personality and authenticity, and their own evolving relationship with cuss words. The hosts also touch on relatable daily struggles like home repair gone wrong, pet problems, and relationship dynamics, all with their signature candid, lighthearted style.
Main Topics & Key Insights
1. Random Quirks: The "Zero vs. O" Dilemma
Timestamp: 03:13 – 10:46
- Amy opens with a quirky question about whether people say "zero" or "O" when reciting numbers (like in credit cards or phone numbers).
- Both realize they unconsciously mix "zero" and "O" for no particular reason, debating where this comes from and who else does it.
- They discuss shorthand writing, old-school secretary skills, and even how court stenographers use special keyboards.
Notable Quote:
"You have to go based on how you feel. And like, a zero might feel right here and O might feel right here." — Kat (07:29)
2. Feeling of the Day: From Insecurity to Rage
Timestamp: 10:46 – 13:10
- Amy admits her earlier story made her feel "insecure" about being clear when describing her thoughts.
- Kat’s mood of the day: “a low-level of enragement”—brought on by home maintenance frustrations.
- They both reflect on how recognizing and naming their feelings is a big part of what makes the show authentic.
3. The Treadmill Fiasco: Domestic Trials and Marital Dynamics
Timestamp: 13:13 – 21:56
- Kat recounts the saga of buying, delivering, and assembling a treadmill with her husband—misinformation from a store associate led to big headaches (literally!).
- Assembling the treadmill themselves causes drama and forces reliance on family.
- Discovery of a rusted part and an unhelpful manual ("Do not assemble on carpet!") triggers more stress and phone calls with customer support.
- A lighthearted moment about Kat’s cat claiming the treadmill as her throne, despite needing to lose weight.
Notable Quote:
"If I have to take that thing back downstairs, I'd rather just light it on fire. But I actually can't do that inside my house." — Kat (17:27)
4. Pet Talk: Cat Diets and Husband Comparisons
Timestamp: 19:17 – 27:00
- Kat shares her vet’s directive to “hide food around the room” for her overweight cat, prompting a stream of questions from Amy.
- The discussion briefly pivots to relationships—how their husbands respond to household challenges and masculinity tropes.
5. The Talking Fire Alarm Incident & Family Roles
Timestamp: 27:03 – 32:23
- Kat’s fire alarm unexpectedly speaks during treadmill repairs, sparking panic and Smart House comparisons.
- Dad's advice: Vacuum the alarm, beware of sneaky spiders.
- Segues into a funny story from Amy about her husband vs. dad carving a Thanksgiving turkey, and gender roles in domestic life.
Notable Quote:
"I love you, and you're perfect for me. What I meant was, I feel like Ben would do probably more like building of things." — Kat, clarifying her comments about her husband's handiness (33:37)
6. Emotional Reset Strategies: Rage Showers, Ice Cubes, and Laughter
Timestamp: 35:56 – 39:12
- Amy suggests the “rage shower”—blasting music, letting anger wash down the drain.
- Throwing ice cubes as another therapist-approved anger-buster.
- Both agree on the power of laughter for emotional reset, illustrated in real-time by their banter.
7. The Big Topic: Swearing and Authenticity
Timestamp: 46:13 – 53:44
Personal Histories with Cursing
- Amy confesses she never used to curse; it just wasn't in her vocabulary, fitting for an on-air radio host.
- Kat recalls her first curse word with friends and how it felt like “joining the club.”
Research & Insights
- Swearing is linked to honesty and authenticity—multiple studies show a positive correlation between higher profanity use and truth-telling.
- Cursing can be cathartic, a genuine expression when emotions run high.
Notable Quotes:
"I just didn’t even think in cuss words. I was never a cuss person until... I went through a lot and then realized that sometimes saying a cuss word helped me feel better." — Amy (46:23)
"Cursing is often described by researchers as an unfiltered and genuine expression of emotion, which can signal a person’s willingness to prioritize candor over politeness." — Kat reading research (50:07)
Family and Social Dynamics
- Swearing around parents and kids: Amy says she never cursed in front of her mom, who gave up cussing after a religious transformation.
- Both reflect on when and around whom it feels appropriate to cuss.
- They acknowledge that some people overuse profanity while others never curse—and that’s fine too.
Funny Moment:
Amy and her ex-husband use "pickle" as a code word to end arguments when cursing gets excessive. (52:10)
8. Odd Myths and Personal Habits
Timestamp: 53:44 – End
- Cold, crunchy snacks or chewing ice are (sometimes) recommended as stress releases, but not for everyone.
- Myths are debunked: Chewing ice giving you gas—or not; popping knuckles doesn't cause arthritis (probably).
- A sidebar on hair-washing routines and lice from childhood for extra laughs.
- Amy’s “party trick”: Identifying Heinz ketchup blindfolded.
Notable Quotes:
"If you need to take a beat, throw some ice cubes, take a rage shower, eat something crunchy, curse—be a cuss person." — Amy, offering self-care tips (58:19)
Timestamps for Key Segments
- Zero vs. O debate: 03:13 – 10:46
- Feelings of the day & insecurities: 10:46 – 13:10
- Treadmill troubles: 13:13 – 21:56
- Pet problems & marital banter: 19:17 – 27:00
- Smart fire alarms & family roles: 27:03 – 32:23
- Laughter & emotional resets: 35:56 – 39:12
- Main discussion—cursing & authenticity: 46:13 – 53:44
Memorable Moments & Quotes
- “I love how passionate you are becoming over this [zero vs. O debate].” — Kat (06:54)
- “Why did I not think [treadmills] are heavy?” — Kat (14:10)
- “If I have to take that thing back downstairs, I'd rather just light it on fire.” — Kat (17:27)
- “I was never a cuss person. I didn’t even think cuss words" — Amy (46:43)
- "Swearing is good for you… I've been meaning to read it for like, 10 years. I think I got the gist of it from the title, you know?" — Kat (53:44)
- "If you ever need to reset your day again… you can take a rage shower." — Amy (36:10)
Podcast Tone and Style
The tone is warm, informal, deeply honest, and supportive. Amy and Kat are unfiltered and self-deprecating, making fun of their quirks and struggles while providing a comforting, relatable space for listeners.
Takeaway:
Swearing doesn't make you a bad person—in fact, science suggests it might just mean you're more authentic and honest with your emotions. Whether it’s laughing off a treadmill disaster, feeling rage in the shower, or debating how to pronounce "zero," Amy and Kat show there’s a little bit of good in letting loose and being yourself.