The Bobby Bones Show – December 8, 2025

Episode Highlights:
Bobby and Amy’s Mount Rushmore of Christmas Movies, Soft Launching New Year’s Resolutions, and Raymundo’s Obsession with Sam Hunt

Overview

In this lively Monday episode, Bobby Bones and the crew get festive by revealing their personal "Mount Rushmore" selections of Christmas movies, chat about the benefits of "soft launching" New Year’s resolutions before January 1st, and touch on Sam Hunt’s career and turning points. The show also features special segments on celebrity couples, the art controversy at Zac Brown Band's Sphere show, parenting/grandparent gift dilemmas, and a couple of memorable games highlighting TV trivia.

Mount Rushmore of Christmas Movies (03:01–07:12)

Bobby Bones' List:

1. The Santa Clause (Tim Allen)
2. Elf
3. Muppet Christmas Carol
   Trivia: Jim Henson passed away during its pre-production.
4. Gremlins
   (Debate ensues: Is Gremlins a “real” Christmas movie? Bobby argues yes, since the story is set during Christmas, unlike Home Alone, which he sees as more generic.)

“I don’t think there’s ever, ever been a better Santa Claus.” – Bobby Bones (03:07)

Amy’s List:

1. Elf
2. Home Alone
3. It's a Wonderful Life
   Admits confusion over its title: “I only watched that recently because Eddie made us.” – Amy (05:55)
4. Holiday Harmony
   (Movie she stars in—revealed she sometimes gets royalty checks as low as $0.75!)

Eddie & Lunchbox Chime In:
Debate about which movies really deserve “Christmas Movie” status and mention National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation and Scrooged.

Pop Culture Catch-Up (07:24–13:07)

Blake Shelton & Gwen Stefani Rumors

• Bobby and Amy discuss tabloid rumors about marital troubles, clarify they are indeed married, and laugh about never quite being sure about celebrity relationship statuses.

Megan Moroney & Glen Powell

• Story about country singer Megan Moroney possibly manifesting a dinner with actor Glen Powell after tweeting at him years prior.

“Manifest that crap!” – Bobby Bones (08:47)

Zac Brown Band Sphere Show Controversy

• Clips and imagery from Zac Brown Band’s immersive Vegas show provoke spirited debate: is it artistic or just "bizarre and demonic"?
  Amy: “It looks like a scene from Avatar... meets Avengers…” (11:41) Bobby: “I came for Chicken Fried!” (10:45)
• Listener Stephanie calls in as a superfan, admitting she’s “scared” after hearing Bobby’s review. (15:38)

Animal Encounters & Life Updates (13:07–15:29)

Bobby's Poignant Bulldog Story

• Bobby’s English bulldog, Stanley, encounters a possum. Classic “plays dead” moment.

“This thing looks like an alien that’s been put to the blender.” – Bobby Bones (15:06)

• Bobby also shares he’s finally out of his post-surgery boot—but his ankle still hurts.

Fan Call: Over-the-Top Grandparent Gifts (25:43–29:18)

Listener email: “Stressed Mom in Arkansas” wonders if she should confront her in-laws, who buy her kids massive, expensive gifts each Christmas (mini-cars, trampolines, etc.).

Amy’s Advice (26:19):
Encourages boundaries—have a gentle, honest talk about coordinating big gifts and spreading them out.

“It’s okay to have that conversation—don’t take it away, maybe just spread it out over the year.” – Amy

Eddie’s Take (27:16):
Let it happen—enjoy the grandparent spoiling, as it won’t last forever.

“Grandparents—they’re not gonna last forever… let them spoil the grandchildren.” – Eddie

Bobby’s Middle Ground (28:57):
If it bothers you, be direct and ask them to cut back for your family’s values.

Sam Hunt Profile (29:25–31:54)

Mini-biography and interview clips with Sam Hunt:

• Early life: Quarterback at UAB, tried out for NFL.
• Songwriting: Wrote “Cop Car” for Keith Urban.
• Candid reflections on not loving the “star” aspects of fame.

Notable quote:

“I’m even uncomfortable with the word star. Like, even hearing that makes me cringe a little bit.” – Sam Hunt (30:24)

Good News Segments

Truck Dangling Rescue (32:02–33:13)

Truck driver survives after his cab dangles 100 feet off a West Virginia bridge—rescued by first responders using ropes and a harness.

Biking Around the World for Cancer Research (51:30–52:22)

69-year-old Mark from Canada bikes across 25 countries and multiple continents, raising $50k+ for cancer.

TV Game: Name the Actor on Multiple Shows (33:34–41:00)

Fun, energetic segment where Bobby gives three TV shows and the team tries to name the one actor featured in all three. Includes playful banter, near-miss answers, and a contentious coin flip for the winner.

Examples:

• Only Murders in the Building, Barney, Wizards of Waverly Place ➔ Selena Gomez
• Family Ties, Cougar Town, Friends ➔ Courtney Cox

Parenting Tip: Rule of Five for Gifts (38:50–41:12)

Amy shares a practical system for holiday gift-giving:
The Rule of Five:

1. Something they want
2. Something they need
3. Something to wear
4. Something to read
5. Something to do

“Your kids don’t have to know this is your guideline—it just makes shopping easier for parents.” – Amy

Soft Launching New Year’s Resolutions (45:23–51:30)

Bobby suggests getting a head start by “soft launching” resolutions in December to boost success.

Crew’s Resolutions:

• Bobby: Be a good (not deadbeat) dad, “one year at a time.”
• Amy: “Lift heavier”—focus on bone density and women’s health.
• Eddie: Regular date nights with his wife (“Once a week!” but the crew suggests twice a month).
• Lunchbox: Keep clean-shaven (to avoid lazy bearded spells); recaps his efforts at “making moves”—like trying out for Price Is Right, pitching for a soccer job, and doing a YouTube competition.

The Morning Corny (53:09–53:25)

Q: What’s a vegan’s favorite Christmas song?
A: Soy to the World!

Bonehead Story of the Day (53:32–54:47)

A Miami priest steals and dumps a parishioner’s purse in a wild protest over photos during a donation drive.

Memorable Quotes

• “Nothing says Christmas and chestnuts over roasting fire like Gremlins.” – Bobby (04:27)
• “Associate the joy with the memory, not the object.” – Amy (28:14)
• “If you want a big gift, ask your grandparents!” – Eddie (27:37)
• “Rule of Five: Something they want, need, wear, read, and do.” – Amy (39:00)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 03:01 – Mount Rushmore Christmas Movies
• 07:24 – Celebrity Relationship Rumors
• 10:00 – Zac Brown Band Sphere Show Discussion
• 13:07 – Animal Encounter (Stanley & the possum)
• 15:38 – Superfan Calls about Zac Brown Sphere Show
• 25:43 – Grandparent Gift Dilemma Advice
• 29:25 – Sam Hunt Career Profile
• 33:34 – TV Actor Game
• 38:50 – Rule of Five Parenting Tip
• 45:23 – Soft Launching New Year’s Resolutions
• 51:30 – Good News (Biker Raises $50k for Cancer)
• 53:09 – The Morning Corny

Tone & Style

As always, the show is upbeat, conversational, and a little cheeky—all in good fun, with friendly teasing, debates about pop culture and advice, and plenty of warmth for the holiday season.

For Listeners

If you missed this episode, catch up for the crew’s hilarious takes on holiday movies, some genuinely practical family advice, relatable struggles with in-laws and resolutions, and the energetic game show segment that’s perfect for trivia buffs!