Podcast Summary: The Bobby Bones Show – Best Bits: Listener Q&A With Morgan and Mike D

Episode Overview Released on January 11, 2025, The Bobby Bones Show episode titled "Best Bits: Listener Q&A With Morgan and Mike D" features hosts Morgan and Mike D engaging with listener questions. The episode delves into various topics ranging from personal anecdotes and lifestyle habits to insights on the music and entertainment industry. This summary captures the key discussions, insights, and humorous exchanges that define the episode.

1. Weather and Holiday Decorations

The episode kicks off with Morgan and Mike D discussing the impact of a snowstorm in Nashville, setting a cozy and relatable tone for the Q&A session.

• Snowstorm Enjoyment

  • Unnamed Speaker: "I love a snowstorm when I don't have to go out... It just feels so peaceful. That is my favorite part of it." [00:47]
  • Mike D: "I kept up my Christmas tree just so I could truly have a white Christmas." [01:02]

• Holiday Decorations Persistence

  • Both hosts share their experiences of keeping Christmas decorations up longer than usual, highlighting the comfort and coziness they bring during the winter season.
  • Unnamed Speaker: "There's something comforting about there's snow outside. You have the Christmas tree on. It just feels cozy." [01:09]
  • Mike D: "Yes. And we have to have at least one of those moments a year, and then I'll be okay taking it down." [01:15]

2. Listener Shout-Outs and Personal Confessions

The hosts acknowledge listener interactions, showcasing appreciation and building a community feel.

• Shout-Out from Kathy in Boston
  • Kathy: "I just wanted to say I love hearing him on the show." [01:50]
  • Mike D: "They absolutely know you exist." [02:16]

3. Conversations About Mike D's Wife

A listener named Katie from Illinois asks about Mike D's wife’s profession, leading to clarifications and personal insights.

• Clarifying Misconceptions
  • Katie's Question: "Is Mike's wife still a teacher?" [02:35]
  • Unnamed Speaker: "Never been a teacher. She did do some tutoring... She's very smart." [02:35]
  • Mike D: "Not a teacher. Okay. Just confirming..." [03:03]

4. Concerts and the Music Industry

Morgan and Mike D delve into their perspectives on concerts, reflecting on evolving interests and the industry's changes.

• Disinterest in Concerts for 2025

  • Unnamed Speaker: "I'm a little bit over concerts... I've seen all my big favorite artists." [03:38]
  • Mike D: "I think I'm tired... I feel like I tried to do everything and go to all the shows and I was like, I tired." [05:14]

• Cost and Value of Concerts

  • Unnamed Speaker: "Unless somebody that I'm going to see is going to put on like a real production... I don't think at this point I can justify the price." [05:37]
  • Mike D: "Hopefully in 2025, the prices come down at least a little bit." [06:22]

• Ticket Scalping Concerns

  • Unnamed Speaker: "People who love these artists and want to go see them and they can't go see them because tickets get bought up and then they're resold at an incredible amount." [06:31]
  • Mike D: "Let 2025 be the year that all those ticket master scammers are gone." [06:48]

5. Personal Discipline and Health Habits

The hosts discuss strategies for maintaining discipline in running and healthy eating, offering motivational insights.

• Establishing a Routine

  • Unnamed Speaker: "I try to do it before I want to power down... The things I don't want to do, I try to do first." [07:06]

• Building Habits Over Time

  • Unnamed Speaker: "It probably took like a solid three months to kind of build that up in my head... I've lost over £100 and kept it off for going on eight or nine years now." [08:05]

• The Importance of Checklists

  • Unnamed Speaker: "Having that routine and having that checklist... I can move on." [09:30]

6. Orthodontic Journey and Personal Struggles

A personal update on braces provides a window into the challenges of dental health and public perceptions.

• Orthodontist Challenges

  • Unnamed Speaker: "There's a lot more going on in my mouth than just straightening my teeth... I have a weird cross bite." [10:05]

• Frustration with Public Comments

  • Unnamed Speaker: "When you post something that has nothing to do with it... I just made this really great post and all you care is about what is on my face or what is in my mouth." [12:30]
  • Mike D: "Do it for you, though. Don't do it for the freaking people online because you got to do whatever is going to make you happy." [12:47]

7. Movie Expectations for 2025

Discussion shifts to anticipated movies, highlighting the competition between Marvel and DC.

• Superman vs. Captain America

  • Unnamed Speaker: "I think the Superman trailer... set an entirely different trajectory of creating that divide between Marvel and DC." [14:46]
  • Mike D: "The new Captain America gets me hyped every time I see it." [14:53]

• Impact of James Gunn on DC

  • Unnamed Speaker: "With James Gunn behind it, I think it has the potential to be a really great movie." [17:59]

• Challenges with DC's Multiple Versions

  • Unnamed Speaker: "There's different versions of Batman... it's a tough thing to do because even me, sometimes I'm like, how does this connect again?" [18:44]

8. Favorite Post Malone Country Collaborations

The hosts share their favorite collaborations between Post Malone and country artists, reflecting on genre blending.

• Top Choices
  • Unnamed Speaker: "It's the Tim McGraw song... I love the flames and all the parts." [19:14]
  • Mike D: "I think I've heard them, but I don't know that I've deep dived on them." [19:46]

9. Movie Theater Experiences

Personal preferences for movie theater snacks and the unique ways to enhance the viewing experience are explored.

• Bringing Own Coffee

  • Unnamed Speaker: "I love taking my own cold brew... heightens that experience." [20:42]

• Popcorn with M&M's

  • Mike D: "Popcorn with M&M's... I could just sit there... eat the whole thing." [21:31]

• Sneaking Snacks

  • Unnamed Speaker: "They're digging, trying to get the M&M's at the bottom." [22:12]

10. Future Projects: Writing a Book or Producing a Movie

The episode concludes with aspirations to document personal and professional experiences, emphasizing creative endeavors.

• Writing a Book

  • Unnamed Speaker: "I would love to write a book about my entire experience with the show... It's surrounded with the travel that I did, like, for touring, going out for Dancing with the Stars, American Idol." [22:30]

• Creative Writing Process

  • Unnamed Speaker: "Observing and being in tune with the things around you and hearing things... You never know what it could turn into." [26:15]

• Podcast Promotion

  • Unnamed Speaker: "Listen to my podcast, new episodes every Monday. Movie Mike's movie podcast... I'm Mike Distro on all socials." [27:29]

Conclusion Morgan and Mike D deliver an engaging and multifaceted Q&A session, blending personal stories with broader industry insights. From the joys of a snowy Nashville winter to the complexities of balancing personal health and public perceptions, the hosts offer a relatable and entertaining dialogue. Their discussions on the music and film industries, coupled with aspirations for future creative projects, provide listeners with a comprehensive look into their lives and thoughts. This episode serves as a testament to the dynamic and interactive nature of The Bobby Bones Show, fostering a strong connection with its audience.