TUES PT 1: Bobby's Problem With Baby Clothes + The Hardest People In Our Lives To Buy Gifts For + Country Artist "Merry Christmas" Game!

The Bobby Bones Show – December 16, 2025 (TUES PT 1): Bobby's Problem With Baby Clothes + The Hardest People In Our Lives To Buy Gifts For + Country Artist "Merry Christmas" Game!

Overview

This episode of The Bobby Bones Show dives into the everyday annoyances and heartfelt moments of the holiday season. Bobby vents about the wastefulness and clever marketing behind baby clothes, the gang debates who is hardest to buy gifts for, they tackle a few trending news stories, share listener dilemmas, and play a fun “Country Artist Merry Christmas” guessing game. The conversation is sprinkled with personal anecdotes, gentle ribbing, and practical advice for life and the holidays.

Main Discussion Points & Insights

1. The “Scam” of Baby Clothes

[03:27 – 05:36]

Bobby vents about baby clothes: He thinks it's a "scam and a scheme at the same time" that newborns only wear clothes for a month before outgrowing them.
"When I buy clothes, I get to wear them for years... but baby clothes? You have it for a month." – Bobby (03:47)
The crew jokes about the impracticality of “crib shoes”—shoes for babies who can’t walk—and why baby clothes don’t expand with the baby.
Bobby notes they aren’t doing a baby shower or registry, and he and Caitlyn prefer to give away the baby clothes they can't use.

2. Hospital Prep & Parenting Logistics

[05:36 – 07:54]

Bobby discusses assembling the baby stroller and car seat (“felt like I couldn’t have any parts left over…that’s a baby!”).
They plan to do a hospital tour to know where to park (“you don’t want to be street parking when you’re in labor”).

3. Debate: Recording Births in Hospitals

[06:49 – 08:24]

The team discusses the pros, cons, and tech aspects of recording birth experiences, including privacy concerns with meta glasses.
"If there is no connection, nothing can be connected to…" – Bobby, on privacy protections with smart glasses (07:54)

4. Current News Stories & Reactions

[08:30 – 14:46]

Brown University Shooting Update – Bobby expresses disbelief that the suspect hasn’t been caught despite 800 surveillance cameras in the area.
Rob & Michelle Reiner’s Son Arrested – The show briefly recaps the shocking murder case and the party that preceded the tragedy.
Random Acts of Kindness (or Accidents?) – The team discusses the story of a $4,000 gold coin dropped in a Salvation Army bucket and speculates whether it was intentional or a mistake.
- “Is there somebody at their house right now going, ‘Where is my lucky coin?’” – Bobby (11:20)
Chipotle Lawsuit Alleging a Rodent in Food – Bobby & Amy are skeptical of a lawsuit where a woman claimed to find a rodent in her burrito. Lunchbox lists rodents, and they debate food mishaps.
Personal stories about finding weird things in food, like a screw in fries, add a relatable touch.

5. Mailbag: In-Laws Visiting for Two Weeks

[14:46 – 18:08]

Listener writes in: Her husband invited his parents for two weeks over the holidays without asking her.
Advice:
- Bobby: “I don’t think you should say anything now, though…I think you can have that talk after.” (15:43)
- Amy: “Is there any way to shorten it?” She wishes the listener could renegotiate, but agrees with Bobby that it’s too late now.
- Lunchbox advocates making a “big deal out of it” so the spouse feels guilty—but everyone agrees this risks awkwardness if the spouse blurts it out to the parents.

6. News: Car Drives Into a Pool

[20:22 – 22:10]

Story of a woman accidentally driving into a swimming pool with her daughter after confusing the accelerator and brake.
Bobby: “If you’re old, this happens a lot.”
Stories about foot mishaps while driving, like flip-flops getting stuck.

7. The Hardest People to Shop For

[22:10 – 26:01]

Bobby asks: “Who do you dislike buying presents for—not because you don’t like them, but because it’s hard?”
Consensus: People who buy everything they want for themselves, or spouses.
Discussion of Christmas versus birthday gifting challenges, especially for December birthdays.
“If they’re difficult, I don’t buy them anything.” – Bobby (24:57)
Donation gifts: Amy appreciates when Bobby has donated to causes in her name; Lunchbox thinks it’s “stupid…doesn’t do anything for me.”

8. Tell Me Something Good: Dog Rescue

[26:18 – 27:29]

Lunchbox shares a “Tell Me Something Good” about Doug the collie being rescued from icy water by firefighters.

9. Guest: Tucker Wetmore’s Music Story

[27:36 – 30:20]

New artist Tucker Wetmore recounts moving to Nashville, scraping by with odd jobs, and how those struggles make him value success more.
Bobby: “Did you ever steal a fry when you were delivering DoorDash?” Tucker swears he never did.

10. Country Artist “Merry Christmas” Game

[30:50 – 37:10]

The team plays a guessing game identifying country stars by audio clips of them saying “Merry Christmas.”
Funny false starts and friendly competition, with Amy emerging as the winner after correctly wagering her points on Shania Twain.
“I just needed that one more time, and I got that…very.” – Amy, on recognizing Shania Twain in the game (36:11)

11. Top 10 Life Decisions People Stress Over

[40:17 – 45:16]

Based on “Psychological Science,” Bobby and the team walk through the most stressful life decisions.
- Moving to another country
- Getting married
- Buying a house
- Becoming self-employed
- Whether to quit a job without another one (and more)
Discussion includes candid stories about moving for work, sharing how long it took to find friends (“Five years.” – Bobby), and the various intimidating steps in commitment from saying “I love you” to having a child.

12. Tell Me Something Good: Bank Teller Stops Scam

[46:14 – 47:43]

Amy recounts a story of a bank teller in Missouri saving a woman from a “jury duty” scam by slipping her a note (“This is a scam—don’t withdraw the money”).

13. The Morning Corny

[48:36 – 48:47]

Amy’s joke of the day:
- Q: What do you call a broke Santa Claus?
- A: Saint Nicholas.
- (Laughter and supportive groans)

14. Tuesday Reviews: “Down Cemetery Road” & “J. Kelly”

[48:55 – 51:33]

Bobby reviews:
- Down Cemetery Road on Apple TV+ (“slow but smart”—3.5/5 explosions for British nuance)
- J. Kelly (Netflix, starring George Clooney and Adam Sandler—slow, industry-insider, but satisfying conclusion—3.5/5 “silver-haired foxes”)

15. Bonehead Story of the Day

[51:34 – 52:20]

Man in Canada arrested for assault after using a snowblower to pelt his neighbor with snow during an argument.
“You don’t really got to shoot her and hit her with snow from the blower.” – Bobby (52:11)

16. Psychology of Holiday Shopping

[52:39 – 53:30]

Touching products in-store makes people more likely to buy them, hence Apple’s strategy of angling screens for customer adjustment.
“Something inside of you gives you a bit of that ownership…they have found that people buy way more computers if they reach down and touch it.” – Bobby (53:13)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

On baby clothes:
“This baby clothes situation, it’s a scam and a scheme at the same time.” – Bobby (03:27)
On in-laws visiting:
“If you’re going to have to just knuckle up and bear it...then afterward there has to be a real conversation.” – Bobby (16:11)
On difficult gift recipients:
“If they’re difficult, I don’t buy them anything.” – Bobby (24:57)
On scams:
“You will never get a phone call about payments because you missed jury duty. It is not going to happen.” – Amy (46:28)
On product psychology:
“Once you touch something, something inside you gives you a bit of that ownership.” – Bobby (53:13)

Key Segment Timestamps

Baby Clothes Rant: 03:27 – 05:36
Mailbag (In-Laws Visiting): 14:46 – 18:08
Country Artist Merry Christmas Game: 30:50 – 37:10
Top 10 Life Decisions Discussion: 40:17 – 45:16
Morning Corny: 48:36 – 48:47
Tuesday Reviews: 48:55 – 51:33
Bonehead Story of the Day: 51:34 – 52:20
Psychology of Holiday Shopping: 52:39 – 53:30

Tone & Takeaways

Relatable: The crew brings humor to everyday annoyances (baby clothes, holiday prep, difficult gift recipients).
Practical Advice: On relationships, shopping, and life transitions.
Playful Competition: In the Country Artist game, showing off their music chops and camaraderie.
Holiday Spirit: With jokes, gift talk, and “Tell Me Something Good” stories, the show has a warm, light holiday vibe.

For listeners:
This episode is a blend of honest parenting and relationship talk, holiday humor, trending news, and country music games. Expect real-life stories, laughter, and approachable advice for thriving (and surviving) the busiest season of the year.

The Bobby Bones Show – December 16, 2025 (TUES PT 1): Bobby's Problem With Baby Clothes + The Hardest People In Our Lives To Buy Gifts For + Country Artist "Merry Christmas" Game!

Overview

Main Discussion Points & Insights

1. The “Scam” of Baby Clothes

[03:27 – 05:36]

Bobby vents about baby clothes: He thinks it's a "scam and a scheme at the same time" that newborns only wear clothes for a month before outgrowing them.
"When I buy clothes, I get to wear them for years... but baby clothes? You have it for a month." – Bobby (03:47)
The crew jokes about the impracticality of “crib shoes”—shoes for babies who can’t walk—and why baby clothes don’t expand with the baby.
Bobby notes they aren’t doing a baby shower or registry, and he and Caitlyn prefer to give away the baby clothes they can't use.

2. Hospital Prep & Parenting Logistics

[05:36 – 07:54]

Bobby discusses assembling the baby stroller and car seat (“felt like I couldn’t have any parts left over…that’s a baby!”).
They plan to do a hospital tour to know where to park (“you don’t want to be street parking when you’re in labor”).

3. Debate: Recording Births in Hospitals

[06:49 – 08:24]

The team discusses the pros, cons, and tech aspects of recording birth experiences, including privacy concerns with meta glasses.
"If there is no connection, nothing can be connected to…" – Bobby, on privacy protections with smart glasses (07:54)

4. Current News Stories & Reactions

[08:30 – 14:46]

Brown University Shooting Update – Bobby expresses disbelief that the suspect hasn’t been caught despite 800 surveillance cameras in the area.
Rob & Michelle Reiner’s Son Arrested – The show briefly recaps the shocking murder case and the party that preceded the tragedy.
Random Acts of Kindness (or Accidents?) – The team discusses the story of a $4,000 gold coin dropped in a Salvation Army bucket and speculates whether it was intentional or a mistake.
- “Is there somebody at their house right now going, ‘Where is my lucky coin?’” – Bobby (11:20)
Chipotle Lawsuit Alleging a Rodent in Food – Bobby & Amy are skeptical of a lawsuit where a woman claimed to find a rodent in her burrito. Lunchbox lists rodents, and they debate food mishaps.
Personal stories about finding weird things in food, like a screw in fries, add a relatable touch.

5. Mailbag: In-Laws Visiting for Two Weeks

[14:46 – 18:08]

Listener writes in: Her husband invited his parents for two weeks over the holidays without asking her.
Advice:
- Bobby: “I don’t think you should say anything now, though…I think you can have that talk after.” (15:43)
- Amy: “Is there any way to shorten it?” She wishes the listener could renegotiate, but agrees with Bobby that it’s too late now.
- Lunchbox advocates making a “big deal out of it” so the spouse feels guilty—but everyone agrees this risks awkwardness if the spouse blurts it out to the parents.

6. News: Car Drives Into a Pool

[20:22 – 22:10]

Story of a woman accidentally driving into a swimming pool with her daughter after confusing the accelerator and brake.
Bobby: “If you’re old, this happens a lot.”
Stories about foot mishaps while driving, like flip-flops getting stuck.

7. The Hardest People to Shop For

[22:10 – 26:01]

Bobby asks: “Who do you dislike buying presents for—not because you don’t like them, but because it’s hard?”
Consensus: People who buy everything they want for themselves, or spouses.
Discussion of Christmas versus birthday gifting challenges, especially for December birthdays.
“If they’re difficult, I don’t buy them anything.” – Bobby (24:57)
Donation gifts: Amy appreciates when Bobby has donated to causes in her name; Lunchbox thinks it’s “stupid…doesn’t do anything for me.”

8. Tell Me Something Good: Dog Rescue

[26:18 – 27:29]

Lunchbox shares a “Tell Me Something Good” about Doug the collie being rescued from icy water by firefighters.

9. Guest: Tucker Wetmore’s Music Story

[27:36 – 30:20]

New artist Tucker Wetmore recounts moving to Nashville, scraping by with odd jobs, and how those struggles make him value success more.
Bobby: “Did you ever steal a fry when you were delivering DoorDash?” Tucker swears he never did.

10. Country Artist “Merry Christmas” Game

[30:50 – 37:10]

The team plays a guessing game identifying country stars by audio clips of them saying “Merry Christmas.”
Funny false starts and friendly competition, with Amy emerging as the winner after correctly wagering her points on Shania Twain.
“I just needed that one more time, and I got that…very.” – Amy, on recognizing Shania Twain in the game (36:11)

11. Top 10 Life Decisions People Stress Over

[40:17 – 45:16]

Based on “Psychological Science,” Bobby and the team walk through the most stressful life decisions.
- Moving to another country
- Getting married
- Buying a house
- Becoming self-employed
- Whether to quit a job without another one (and more)
Discussion includes candid stories about moving for work, sharing how long it took to find friends (“Five years.” – Bobby), and the various intimidating steps in commitment from saying “I love you” to having a child.

12. Tell Me Something Good: Bank Teller Stops Scam

[46:14 – 47:43]

Amy recounts a story of a bank teller in Missouri saving a woman from a “jury duty” scam by slipping her a note (“This is a scam—don’t withdraw the money”).

13. The Morning Corny

[48:36 – 48:47]

Amy’s joke of the day:
- Q: What do you call a broke Santa Claus?
- A: Saint Nicholas.
- (Laughter and supportive groans)

14. Tuesday Reviews: “Down Cemetery Road” & “J. Kelly”

[48:55 – 51:33]

Bobby reviews:
- Down Cemetery Road on Apple TV+ (“slow but smart”—3.5/5 explosions for British nuance)
- J. Kelly (Netflix, starring George Clooney and Adam Sandler—slow, industry-insider, but satisfying conclusion—3.5/5 “silver-haired foxes”)

15. Bonehead Story of the Day

[51:34 – 52:20]

Man in Canada arrested for assault after using a snowblower to pelt his neighbor with snow during an argument.
“You don’t really got to shoot her and hit her with snow from the blower.” – Bobby (52:11)

16. Psychology of Holiday Shopping

[52:39 – 53:30]

Touching products in-store makes people more likely to buy them, hence Apple’s strategy of angling screens for customer adjustment.
“Something inside of you gives you a bit of that ownership…they have found that people buy way more computers if they reach down and touch it.” – Bobby (53:13)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

On baby clothes:
“This baby clothes situation, it’s a scam and a scheme at the same time.” – Bobby (03:27)
On in-laws visiting:
“If you’re going to have to just knuckle up and bear it...then afterward there has to be a real conversation.” – Bobby (16:11)
On difficult gift recipients:
“If they’re difficult, I don’t buy them anything.” – Bobby (24:57)
On scams:
“You will never get a phone call about payments because you missed jury duty. It is not going to happen.” – Amy (46:28)
On product psychology:
“Once you touch something, something inside you gives you a bit of that ownership.” – Bobby (53:13)

Key Segment Timestamps

Baby Clothes Rant: 03:27 – 05:36
Mailbag (In-Laws Visiting): 14:46 – 18:08
Country Artist Merry Christmas Game: 30:50 – 37:10
Top 10 Life Decisions Discussion: 40:17 – 45:16
Morning Corny: 48:36 – 48:47
Tuesday Reviews: 48:55 – 51:33
Bonehead Story of the Day: 51:34 – 52:20
Psychology of Holiday Shopping: 52:39 – 53:30

Tone & Takeaways

Relatable: The crew brings humor to everyday annoyances (baby clothes, holiday prep, difficult gift recipients).
Practical Advice: On relationships, shopping, and life transitions.
Playful Competition: In the Country Artist game, showing off their music chops and camaraderie.
Holiday Spirit: With jokes, gift talk, and “Tell Me Something Good” stories, the show has a warm, light holiday vibe.

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Summary

Overview

Main Discussion Points & Insights

1. The “Scam” of Baby Clothes

2. Hospital Prep & Parenting Logistics

3. Debate: Recording Births in Hospitals

4. Current News Stories & Reactions

5. Mailbag: In-Laws Visiting for Two Weeks

6. News: Car Drives Into a Pool

7. The Hardest People to Shop For

8. Tell Me Something Good: Dog Rescue

9. Guest: Tucker Wetmore’s Music Story

10. Country Artist “Merry Christmas” Game

11. Top 10 Life Decisions People Stress Over

12. Tell Me Something Good: Bank Teller Stops Scam

13. The Morning Corny

14. Tuesday Reviews: “Down Cemetery Road” & “J. Kelly”

15. Bonehead Story of the Day

16. Psychology of Holiday Shopping

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Key Segment Timestamps

Tone & Takeaways

Summary

Overview

Main Discussion Points & Insights

1. The “Scam” of Baby Clothes

2. Hospital Prep & Parenting Logistics

3. Debate: Recording Births in Hospitals

4. Current News Stories & Reactions

5. Mailbag: In-Laws Visiting for Two Weeks

6. News: Car Drives Into a Pool

7. The Hardest People to Shop For

8. Tell Me Something Good: Dog Rescue

9. Guest: Tucker Wetmore’s Music Story

10. Country Artist “Merry Christmas” Game

11. Top 10 Life Decisions People Stress Over

12. Tell Me Something Good: Bank Teller Stops Scam

13. The Morning Corny

14. Tuesday Reviews: “Down Cemetery Road” & “J. Kelly”

15. Bonehead Story of the Day

16. Psychology of Holiday Shopping

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Key Segment Timestamps

Tone & Takeaways