The Bobby Bones Show – December 30, 2025
Episode Theme:
A lively episode full of listener stories, fun debates about accidental tipping and “lingerie for men,” and a classic Bobby Feud: Top 10 New Year’s Resolutions.
Episode Overview
Bobby Bones and the studio crew welcome in the pre–New Year’s Tuesday with a mix of real-life listener calls, an “Anonymous Inbox” dilemma about over-tipping, a hilarious discussion about men’s lace underwear, and a raucous round of the “Bobby Feud.” The conversations flow with Bobby’s signature warmth and poking fun, and the team rings in the year’s end with plenty of laughter and familiar camaraderie.
Key Segments & Insights
1. Listener Calls: Valentine’s Day, Parenting, and Tim McGraw Sightings
[03:06–08:15]
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Valentine’s Day Gifting Debate:
- Caller Jason from Alabama shares his philosophy: he doesn’t buy Valentine’s gifts for his wife, instead spreading affection throughout the year.
- Bobby pushes back: “I’m gonna do something special throughout the year, and I’m also gonna do something special on Valentine’s Day because everybody else is.” (04:38)
- Amy and Bobby reminisce about surprising partners before the 14th; advice for not being “that guy” who forgets.
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Set Story: Kids Don’t Know Tim McGraw & Faith Hill are Married
- Christina from Texas tells a funny story about her son being an extra on the set of “1883.”
- Highlight: “Oh my gosh, are they dating in real life?” (06:41; Christina, recounting the kids’ shock at Tim and Faith holding hands.)
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Parenting Lessons
- Chloe from Oklahoma City reflects that even imperfect role models teach valuable lessons.
- Bobby: “I just do the opposite of everything I was shown. But... I didn’t have two parents that were just doing bad things. I kinda had a dad who wasn’t there and a mom who was there sporadically.” (07:36)
- Amy: “You learn as you go... I’m sure every parent in this room would say they’re a very different type of parent from day one to now.” (08:39)
2. “Anonymous Inbox”: Tipsy Tipping
[09:32–14:02]
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Listener William’s Dilemma:
- Accidentally tipped $200 instead of $20 at a restaurant (“Maybe the beers I had during dinner made me add an extra zero...” 10:25).
- Question: Can he ask for it back after a couple weeks?
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Studio Advice:
- Bobby: “If the mess up is keeping you from paying a bill, you can probably call... But if you’re fine, I think you just eat it... This waiter has probably already spent the money.” (10:43 & 11:21)
- Amy: “Next time you have a few beers, you’ll be a little more careful.”
- Call-in from Jim in Bakersfield: Similar story; if restaurant doesn’t notice soon, “he’s out.” (13:02)
3. Lingerie for Men?!
[14:09–17:31]
- New Product: Lace underwear for men (traditionally a women’s item) – designed with “large floral patterns.”
- Reactions:
- Bobby: “I don’t think they should approach this the same way they approach lace with women... If you’re going to appeal to men, it’s footballs and hammers.” (15:21)
- Lunchbox: “If it had a Dallas Cowboy star on it, I’d be down to do this.” (15:42)
- Amy: “You have to surprise your significant other with it.” (16:26)
- Studio Challenge:
- The team decides to spin the “wheel” and whoever it lands on must wear men’s lace underwear for three days.
- Hilarity about sizing: “You could all wear a medium.” “Eddie’s narrow.” “Do you ever want to be called narrow?” (16:46–17:22)
- To be spun later in the show.
4. Tell Me Something Good
[22:02–22:47]
- Story:
- In Atlanta, a mom used Find My iPhone to help police track down her stolen car and rescue her nine-year-old son inside.
- Funny takeaway: “Now we know you should always give a nine-year-old an iPhone.” (22:25 & 22:33)
5. Lingerie for Men (Continued): Wheel Spin Results
[23:00–26:58]
- Caller Rick (“What are we doing, guys?”),” discussing the idea of men wearing lace underwear.
- The Big Spin:
- All male crew members are entered in the spin.
- It lands on Eddie, who is less than thrilled: “My wife is gonna kill you. She doesn’t want to see me in lingerie.” (26:15)
- Bobby: “Maybe this is just a spark to bring the fire back.” (26:28)
- Details: Out of stock for now, but once they arrive, Eddie is on the hook.
6. The Bobby Feud: Top 10 New Year’s Resolutions
[27:00–37:06]
- 3,000 listeners polled for their resolutions.
- Highlights:
- Amy clinches the dice roll, and dominates the game.
- Top Answers:
- Exercise More
- Be Healthier
- Save More Money
- Drink Less Alcohol
- Less Time on Screens/Social Media
- Curveball suggestions: “Read more,” “Eat out less,” “Find a partner,” “Have fun,” “Find a hobby.”
- Memorable Bobby moment: “We had to kind of define that because you can lose weight and not be healthy.” (29:55)
- Amy wins: Attempts the “$100 Game”—unlucky in choosing the prize door, but lots of fun for listeners.
- Quote:
- Amy: “Drink more water.” (31:02)
- Lunchbox: “Be nicer.” (34:12)
- Bobby: “Improve mental health and stop smoking.” (34:20)
7. Tell Me Something Good (Second Round)
[41:23–42:20]
- Linda, a beloved community member in Minnesota, faced eviction. Her neighbors raised enough money not only to cover her rent but possibly help her buy a home!
8. Corny Jokes & Bonehead Story
[43:07–44:10]
- Morning Corny:
- Amy: “What do you call two eggs living together?”
- All: “Co-existent!” (43:13)
- Bonehead Story of the Day:
- Scranton, PA: Man assaults his friend with a frying pan over potatoes after refusing the offer—while tipsy, fled shoeless. (43:32)
9. Studio Banter: Gnocchi, Truffles, & Date Night
[44:10–45:55]
- Bobby and Amy talk about expensive gnocchi, shaving truffles (“They do nothing for me” – 45:01), and the importance of getting out for dinner, even without kids.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- “Sometimes you lead and sometimes you follow. The thing is, don’t worry about what you don’t know. Life’s a dance. You learn as you go.” —Bobby Bones (08:56)
- “If you’re fine, and that was just money you were going to spend on playing golf, Starbucks, things that are not a necessity, I think you just eat it.” —Bobby, on accidental tipping (11:13)
- “I never feel certain ways or confident. Is there something I can wear that makes me feel certain ways and confident?” —Bobby, on men’s lace underwear (14:51)
- “My wife is gonna kill you. She doesn’t want to see me in lingerie.” —Eddie (26:15)
- After Amy wins the Bobby Feud: “That was fun, though.” —Bobby (37:09)
Timestamps for Key Segments
- 03:06 – Listener calls: Valentine’s Day debate, 1883 filming story, parenting role models
- 09:32 – Anonymous Inbox: $200 tip story
- 14:09 – Lingerie for men?! Discussion, wheel spin challenge initiated
- 22:02 – Tell Me Something Good: Find My iPhone story
- 23:00 – More on men’s lace underwear, wheel spin with Eddie “winning”
- 27:00 – Bobby Feud: New Year’s Resolutions
- 41:23 – Community helps out Minnesota neighbor with housing
- 43:07 – Morning Corny joke
- 43:32 – Bonehead Story: Potatoes and frying pan
- 44:10 – Studio banter: Gnocchi, truffles, late-night dinner
Overall Tone
Light, humorous, and tightly-knit—Bobby and the crew joke with each other, take listeners’ real dilemmas seriously (but not too seriously), and keep the laughs rolling. Segments transition rapidly, ensuring the episode feels brisk, fresh, and celebratory as the New Year approaches.
This summary covers the core content and fun moments of the December 30, 2025 Bobby Bones Show, capturing the best of its laughs, real-life debate, and relatable New Year’s energy!
