Podcast Summary: The Bobby Bones Show – "Scuba Steve’s Disney Christmas & Morgan’s First Christmas With Her Boyfriend"

Date: December 27, 2025
Podcast Host: Bobby Bones
Main Guests: Scuba Steve, Morgan
Producer: Premiere Networks

Episode Overview

This episode is a festive, candid conversation between Morgan and Scuba Steve, recapping their unique holiday plans and traditions following Christmas. Recorded remotely (Morgan in Wichita, Scuba Steve in Orlando), the duo dives into family road trips, the evolution of holiday traditions, Disney adventures, favorite gas station stops, and fun debates about Christmas trees and Harry Potter fandom. Both share insights on spending holidays away from their childhood homes and the joys (and chaos) of building new memories as adults.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Family Road Trips & Gas Station Debates

• Scuba Steve shares his annual Christmas road trip from Nashville to Orlando with his young kids, opting for a 10-hour drive over flying due to the chaos of holiday air travel.
  • “It’s not bad going down, because you’re excited… Coming back, it feels like forever.” — Scuba Steve (04:00)
• Road-tripping with kids:
  • Scuba Steve boasts about "training" his kids to minimize stops (max 3 or 4).
  • His wife packs healthy snacks (apples, bananas, yogurt drinks) and he admits everyone succumbs to "crap snacks" from gas stations, too.
  • Morgan is shocked that her boyfriend never brings a snack bag—sparking a lighthearted debate.
• Favorite gas stations:
  • Scuba Steve's Top 3:
    1. 7-Eleven — King for its snacks, Slurpees, and food deals (07:24)
    2. Flying J — For its attached fast food and variety (07:59)
    3. Mom & Pop stops — Regional charm, unique snacks (08:55)
  • Morgan's Top 3:
    1. QuickTrip (“QT”) — Childhood favorite for hot chocolate and clean bathrooms (09:26)
    2. Quick Shop — Similar to QT, regional to the Midwest (10:07)
    3. Casey’s — Famous for breakfast pizza (11:02)
  • Both appreciate quirky, unique regional stops and their role in road trip nostalgia.

Changing Family Holiday Traditions

• Both lament the loss of childhood traditions after losing grandparents, and the shifting nature of “where is home?” for holidays.
• Scuba Steve’s family now books a special Christmas Eve dinner out, rotating venues each year to avoid the burden of a big home-cooked meal and to keep things fresh.
  • Last year: Latin restaurant with club vibes — “They didn’t have a kids menu… all sucked, by the way.”—Scuba Steve (14:20)
  • This year: Private room at Bourbon Steak at the Swan and Dolphin Hotel, Disney property, using his hotel points for a stress-free experience (16:53)
• Christmas Day:
  • The family stays at a Disney hotel, plans to visit at least the Animal Kingdom for the Dinosaur ride (set to be removed in February).
  • "I just want my son…to ride that ride one time, because he loves dinosaurs so much." —Scuba Steve (18:16)
  • Adult night out involves dinner at Todd English's bluezoo and dueling piano bars, while a nanny service takes care of the kids.
    • “We just get slammed drunk and come back…not too late.” — Scuba Steve (26:38)
• Morgan describes a more traditional family approach in Kansas with her boyfriend:
  • Christmas Eve at Texas Roadhouse (for the bread and cinnamon butter!)
  • Playful family pranks (“We’re a big prank family” – Morgan, 32:39)
  • Each couple brings a signature shot for a competition on Christmas Day (33:45)
  • Game nights and relaxed, hometown outings with her childhood friends.

Disney and Universal Parks Talk

• Detailed navigation of staying “on property” at Disney, grabbing special restaurant reservations (Yak & Yeti at Animal Kingdom, T-Rex Café for dino-loving kids).
• Candid feelings about the crowds and logistics:
  • "Disney is hella packed on Christmas…everyone goes to Magic Kingdom." —Scuba Steve (19:53)
  • "My only goal is make sure we get on one ride." (20:54)
• Discussion on the evolution of park attractions, particularly the loss of classic rides, and the arrival of new ones (notably, talk about Epic Universe and the lack of a Fantastic Beasts ride at the new Harry Potter area).
• Scuba Steve shares excitement for broadcasting live from Universal Studios, hoping it's his turn after 20 years of "staying back to run the board" (49:05).
• Both rave about their love for unique park experiences, like the nostalgic ET ride, interactive attractions (Monsters, Inc., Turtle Talk).

Christmas Trees & Harry Potter Fandom

• Morgan reveals she put up four Christmas trees, including a dedicated Harry Potter tree inspired by Pottery Barn's limited-edition decor.
  • “I walk by that tree daily and I get excited just to look at it again.” — Morgan (42:09)
• Scuba Steve is fully supportive, noting he’s a Slytherin and proudly touts his own Harry Potter kitchenware and ornaments.
  • “I'm a Slytherin…my coffee cup is a Slytherin cup.”—Scuba Steve (42:28)
• Debate over lesser-known Hogwarts houses, the new Harry Potter series, and theme park representations. Both wish for more Fantastic Beasts love in the parks.

Relaxation, Resilience, and New Traditions

• Both hosts stress the importance of letting go, relaxing, and avoiding holiday burnout.
  • “We all get burnt out at the end of the year…I just need a second to not do anything.” — Morgan (35:04)
• Scuba Steve reflects on the reality that holiday traditions evolve as families spread out, and how new traditions can emerge even from necessity.

Fun Tangents & Lighthearted Moments

• Scuba Steve’s daughter painting his nails with Disney princess polish (38:50)
• Beloved regional snacks (Morgan’s affection for fried corn nuggets)
• Sports chat: NBA games, the weirdness of the Memphis Grizzlies, and dreams of bringing more pro teams to Nashville
  • “Grizzlies should be in Nashville…it’s such a ridiculous…” — Scuba Steve (54:28)
• Friendly ribbing about Hogwarts houses and sports loyalties

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On letting go of old traditions:
  “You try to create new traditions…So now we start going out somewhere for dinner.” —Scuba Steve (13:04)
• On the realities of family travel:
  “As a parent…it’s kind of awesome because I’ve trained my kids not to pee a lot.” —Scuba Steve (05:43)
• On holiday burnout:
  "I need to think about nothing. Yeah, that's exactly what I need to do." — Morgan (35:10)
• On Harry Potter Christmas trees:
  "Because you are a Harry Potter fan, I think it's really cool…If I had four trees, I would do the same thing." — Scuba Steve (41:39)
• On family pranks and games:
  "We're a big prank family. We love to mess with each other." — Morgan (32:38)
• On park nostalgia:
  “I love [the ET ride] because it’s so old and, like, it’s such a nostalgic ride. So it means so much to me.” —Scuba Steve (50:46)
• On combining adult fun with family:
  “We uber, go out, have dinner, get slammed drunk, and come back around 10, 11…not too late.” —Scuba Steve (27:04)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 04:00 – Family road trips: logistics, parenting, and snack philosophy
• 07:24 – The great gas station debate (711 vs. QT, Flying J, Casey’s)
• 12:16 – Discussion on losing/changing family holiday traditions
• 16:53 – Scuba’s Disney Christmas plans (private steakhouse dinner, on-property hotel)
• 18:16 – Dinosaur ride mission at Animal Kingdom before it's gone
• 24:17 – Scuba’s restaurant picks and details for Disney (Yak & Yeti, T-Rex)
• 26:38 – “Adult night out”: dueling pianos and creative childcare solutions
• 32:38 – Morgan’s Kansas Christmas, signature shots, and family pranks
• 38:50 – Nail polish with the kids; keeping holiday spirit alive
• 41:39 – Morgan’s Harry Potter Christmas tree and Pottery Barn collectibles
• 50:01 – Scuba’s Universal career ambitions; hopes for live broadcasts
• 54:28 – Rant: The Memphis Grizzlies and dreams for Nashville sports

Episode Tone & Takeaways

The episode is warm, nostalgic, and often hilarious—peppered with good-natured sarcasm and playful ribbing. Listeners come away reminded that holiday meaning often comes from improvised moments, new traditions, and being “all in” on whatever setup works for you. Whether at a gas station, a Disney hotel, or a crowded family table, it’s all about making special memories and not sweating the details.

Perfect for: Those looking for relatable holiday stories, fans of Disney/Universal park adventures, or anyone seeking comfort in the evolving nature of family traditions.