The Bobby Bones Show: "Is A Proposal Coming For Abby & Morgan Wants To Go To Red Rocks" – August 16, 2025

Episode Overview

This special Best Bits episode, hosted by Morgan and Abby, delivers a candid and lighthearted conversation about personal growth, relationships, blended families, music venues, nostalgic pop culture, quirky food habits, and dealing with pandemic-related brain fog. The duo is on vacation, setting a relaxed, “catch-up with friends” vibe as they navigate major life events and playful debates. The show explores whether a proposal is on the horizon for Abby, Morgan’s dream of visiting Red Rocks, and plenty of fun tangents along the way.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Moving On After Workplace Drama

• (03:01 – 05:19)
  • Morgan checks on Abby following recent studio “drama.” Abby feels content, having spoken her mind and received supportive messages from listeners.
  • Abby: “I got to say what I was gonna say, so... If I could inspire people to speak up, awesome.”
  • Morgan underscores the importance of advocating for oneself, even when society sometimes discourages confrontation.
  • Both agree that voicing concerns helps clear the air—“Otherwise, it’s like a volcano.”

2. Life in a Blended Family

• (05:19 – 08:56)
  • Abby shares about a recent Wisconsin road trip with her boyfriend and his young kids—her first real “stepmom” experience.
  • She’s embraced by the kids as a “friend,” reflecting on the unique family dynamics and her desire to have children of her own someday.
  • Morgan draws parallels to Abby’s own childhood and normalizes their blended situation.
  • Abby humorously admits she didn’t try cheese curds in Wisconsin, which Morgan teases her for: “Is the cheese state. How could you not?” (09:03)

3. Cheese, Cornhole, and Midwest Memories

• (09:28 – 17:18)
  • Lighthearted debate ensues about Wisconsin cheese, leading to a confessional about Morgan’s “rat plate” cheese obsession.
  • The duo reminisce about Midwest traditions—live bands, backyard parties, ice-skating rinks.
  • They discuss dating sports fans, setting Sunday “appetizer” deals for football days, and adjusting to partners’ NFL fandoms.
    • Morgan: “If you’re going to take up the whole day Sunday watching football, you have to make me one appetizer.” (13:42)
    • Abby: “That’s actually, like, a really good deal.”

4. Serious Relationship Talk: Is a Proposal Coming?

• (24:29 – 32:33)
  • Big Question: Is Abby expecting a proposal soon?
    • Abby candidly reveals her ambivalence—not expecting a proposal this year, and feeling a bit “freaked out” by the idea due to lifelong independence and fear of grand commitment.
    • Abby: “I think a lot of it is just the commitment thing... I was always like, oh, I guess I’m just going to live just me... And now I’m like, oh wait, it’s not like that anymore.” (25:42)
  • Morgan reassures Abby, highlighting how her experiences (divorced parents, bad dates) have shaped her approach, and that taking it slow is perfectly normal: “If you take some of that pressure away from yourself... I think the grandiose picture is what makes it so terrifying.” (28:10)
  • They reflect on relationship “slow burns,” communication, and how past challenges inform their current expectations.

5. Concerts, Venues & Pop Nostalgia

• (33:06 – 38:12)
  • Inspired by Bobby Bones’ list of dream shows, the two swap bucket list venues/artists:
    • Abby: Backstreet Boys at The Sphere, Vegas.
    • Morgan: Keith Urban at Red Rocks.
    • Both rave about Celine Dion as a dream Sphere act.
    • Discuss classic band rivalries (Backstreet Boys vs. *NSYNC) and their personal preferences—Abby for Backstreet Boys’ emotional anthems, Morgan for *NSYNC’s pop energy.
  • Morgan: “Every single one of [Backstreet Boys’ songs] sounds the same.” (35:21)
  • Abby: “I want to cry… and I feel like NSYNC is a little more like, yeah, that’s my vibe dance.” (35:39)

6. Collectibles and Retro Fads

• (43:26 – 50:01)
  • Morgan rediscovers her high school DVD collection and wonders if DVDs will enjoy a resurgence like vinyl.
  • Abby stakes her bet on Beanie Babies, though both agree too many were made for value. They swap stories about keeping old CDs, homecoming dresses, and even basketball shoes.
  • Absurd childhood memories: Morgan’s prized Polly Pockets got sold in a garage sale, heartbreakingly.

7. Food Quirks and Hot Takes

• (50:02 – 54:57)
  • They exchange unusual food habits:
    • Morgan loves honey on scrambled eggs (“It’s a salt and sweet texture!”), and even puts jelly on egg sandwiches.
    • Abby tries to defend her avoidance of state-famous cheese and rehashes her love for “fry butts.”
  • Abby: “I don’t have any weird concoctions like that because I’m normal. I’m just kidding.” (51:52)
  • Morgan: “If they made Cheez-Its coated in Nutella you’d be like, that’s pretty good.” (52:44)

8. Brain Fog, Health, and Self-Improvement

• (55:20 – 59:59)
  • Morgan discusses an upcoming health detox to combat long COVID symptoms, including brain fog and low mental energy.
  • Both commiserate about struggles with trivia, school test anxiety, and the differences in their academic strengths.
  • Morgan: “I say words weird my entire life... I’m definitely my father’s daughter.” (57:42)
  • Abby describes her love for science and math, while Morgan prefers English and literature.

9. Closing Banter and Show Plugs

• (61:36 – End)
  • Fun outro riffing about Instagram handles, telling listeners where to find them.
  • Morgan promotes her interview with veteran-turned-musician Scotty Hasting.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Speaking Up:
  • “Sometimes it’s just good to get something out, and then you can really start to move on to the next thing. Because when stuff’s all bottled in, it’s like a volcano.” – Morgan (04:55)
• On Romance and Appetizers:
  • “If you’re going to take up the whole day Sunday watching football, you have to make me one appetizer. And that’s our deal.” – Morgan (13:42)
• On Blended Families:
  • “My parents got a divorce when I was three, so that’s all I know. And that’s really weird to me that that’s more normal than having parents that were together.” – Abby (07:11)
• On Proposals:
  • “I’ve never really had to think about it. And so now that I am actually thinking about it… sometimes he brings it up and I freak out… I know this is just me putting this wall down.” – Abby (24:53)
• On Nostalgia:
  • “Did you ever have, like, Barbies?... We definitely destroyed some weird Barbies.” – Morgan (49:09)
• On Food Hot Takes:
  • “If they made Cheez-Its coated in Nutella you’d be like, that’s pretty good.” – Morgan (52:44)

Timestamps by Segment

• 03:01 – 05:19: Addressing studio drama and personal growth.
• 05:19 – 08:56: Abby’s road trip with boyfriend’s kids and reflections on blended families.
• 09:03 – 17:18: Cheese quarrels, Midwest traditions, and sports fan relationships.
• 24:29 – 32:33: Is a proposal coming? Abby’s honest fears about commitment.
• 33:06 – 38:12: Dream concerts and nostalgic pop musings.
• 43:26 – 50:01: Collectibles, retro trends, and childhood memories.
• 50:02 – 54:57: Food debates – honey on eggs, fry butts, and taste boundaries.
• 55:20 – 59:59: Brain fog, battling long COVID, and academic confessions.
• 61:36 – End: Final laughs, Instagram confusion, and show plugs.

Summary Tone & Style

Throughout the episode, Morgan and Abby keep the mood breezy and open, often poking fun at themselves, admitting vulnerabilities, and revealing quirks—inviting listeners to feel like part of the conversation. Authenticity, humor, and relatability define the dialogue, with both hosts championing growth, acceptance, and a dose of nostalgia.

For listeners: If you’re looking for a mix of heartfelt real talk and playful banter about life’s big and little milestones, this Best Bits episode has you covered. Whether you want relationship insights, music and snack debates, or just to feel like you’re hanging out with friends, Morgan and Abby deliver the vibe all the way.