The John Clay Wolfe Show #13 (02/13/16 Hour 1) – Summary
Podcast: The John Clay Wolfe Show
Host: John Clay Wolfe
Episode Date: February 11, 2026
Broadcast: 97.1 The Eagle, Dallas-Fort Worth
Main Topics: Cars, humor, music, “dope report,” radio nostalgia
Episode Overview
This hour marks the show’s lively return to 97.1 The Eagle after a three-year absence, blending its signature mix of car talk, irreverent banter, music, and unique perspectives on news and culture. The hosts interact with callers to appraise cars on air, reminisce about past shows, and tease upcoming segments like the anticipated “dope report” and quirky headlines. The show’s tone is candid, jokey, and energetic, with John Clay Wolfe and his co-hosts Bobo/Bob Floyd, JD Ryan, and Turley riffing on everything from Valentine’s Day gift-giving mistakes to competitive car buying.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Return to The Eagle & Nostalgia (02:11–03:00, 06:43–07:12)
- John Clay Wolfe addresses the show’s return after three years, noting they’re back “on the Eagle, the rock of Dallas-Fort Worth.”
- Caller reactions make clear the show has many loyal, nostalgic fans:
“There was a guy on the Eagle Saturday mornings. He smoked dope. He was cool.” (04:36)
2. Comedy and Banter: Starbucks Story & Illness (02:48–04:09)
- John humorously complains about his Starbucks order and riffs with his co-hosts about service from a barista with a “half arm,” ultimately turning it into a joke about self-sufficiency and digestive woes.
- “If I go to [the] bathroom and I blow out in the middle of all this, you guys just carry on...” (03:36)
- The show’s atmosphere is off-the-cuff and self-deprecating with playful ribbing among hosts.
3. Car Talk: On-Air Appraisals & Selling Process (05:17–06:16, 08:54–17:22, 27:31–30:59)
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Core content is live car valuations. Wolfe reiterates he buys cars directly from callers, often beating CarMax and local dealers.
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Examples of Appraisals:
- 2013 Camry Hybrid — $12,500 offer; caller told to submit details via the website (09:53).
- 2013 Nissan Altima S — Estimated at $9,000–$10,000, instructing caller to upload VIN and photos (16:10).
- 2005 Corvette (40k miles) — CarMax offered $22k, Wolfe offers $23k to beat competition (21:50).
- 2015 Range Rover Sport — Caller seeks $80k, CarMax gave $70k, Wolfe offers $75k, deal is made (30:27).
- 98 Chevy with 200,000 miles — “It’s worth about $3 dollars, maybe 4. What do you want?” (27:31)
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Explains the GiveMeTheVIN.com process: upload VIN, photos, receive offers, and get paid quickly.
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Memorable Quip:
“Kelly Blue balls will let you down. But we come to your house with a check.” (05:56)
4. Music, Radio Format, and Station Politics (13:36–15:01, 14:09)
- Wolfe bemoans the requirement to play more music during the show on The Eagle; he prefers talk and car buying but plays along, even threatening to play “songs I wanna play,” like Willie Nelson.
- Funny moment: “If you don’t like Willy, screw you. You’re a communist. You’re not even a tea partyer. You’re just a straight-up communist.” (14:44)
- Bobo jokes about being a “big FM DJ” (10:34), and the hosts poke fun at radio format politics.
5. The “Dope Report” & Bob Floyd Segment (24:07–33:26)
- The long-teased “Dope Report” returns, presented by Bobo’s alter ego Bob Floyd, originally a fan favorite.
- Delivers a satirical overview of the illegal drug trade’s economic trends—hydroponic Colorado weed beating “old-school” Texas brick, meth as “the new cocaine,” and tongue-in-cheek advice about making and selling drugs.
- Notable lines:
“If you're smart and living remotely, you can literally make this stuff yourself. And that's most assuredly a for profit venture all the way around. So don't be afraid to embrace chemistry and do keep a fire extinguisher handy.” (31:54) “Let's make some dollars and live life high. This is Bob Floyd and you keep token.” (33:22)
6. Fake News, Bizarre Headlines, and Personal Updates (07:01–08:16, 25:26–25:49)
- Debunking Viral Fake News: They reference a Facebook story about a lottery winner dying of a cocaine overdose, clarify it's fake, but share a real anecdote about a friend who drank himself to death after winning $28 million.
- Quirky Headlines Teased: Discussion about Johnny Manziel and his girlfriend, Scion car brand issues, and a Wisconsin man blaming “beer-battered fish” for a drunk driving stop.
- Personal Sidenotes: John warns against buying a Snuggie for a wife for Valentine’s (“does not get you laid”), with the hosts riffing on Valentine’s expectations. (11:48–12:31)
7. Caller Interactions & Running Gags (08:28–12:57, throughout)
- Callers are often longtime listeners who welcome the show back, ask for car bids, or just want to chat.
- Wolfe and crew keep the tone light, teasing, and friendly—sometimes pushing boundaries:
“The good thing about dating a pregnant girl? You're not going to knock her up.” (22:30)
- GivemetheVIN.com’s tagline:
“So easy you can do it in your underwear.” (13:08, 17:22)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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“Kelly Blue balls will let you down. But we come to your house with a check.”
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“We’ll buy expensive cars. The dope report is coming up in uno momento.”
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Bob Floyd’s Dope Report Sign-Off:
“Let's make some dollars and live life high. This is Bob Floyd and you keep token.” (33:22)
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On show nostalgia:
“Sound like you, Bobble. You were on with it.” – “Yeah, I was. I was.” (04:47)
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On music and radio:
“If you don’t like Willy, screw you. You’re a communist.” (14:47)
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Snuggie Valentine’s Fail:
“Do not get your wife a Snuggie for Valentine’s Day. ...That does not get you laid.” (11:48)
Timestamps for Key Segments
- 02:11 – Show return, Eagle nostalgia
- 05:17 – Car buying process explained
- 09:00–17:22 – Various on-air car appraisals and discussions
- 13:36 – Debates about music vs. talk on the show
- 24:07–25:15 – “Dope report” intro and explanation
- 31:24–33:22 – Full 2016 Winter Dope Report (Bob Floyd segment)
Final Thoughts
Hour 1 brims with quick-witted banter, listener engagement, and satirical takes on cars, radio, drugs, and culture—always edgy but affable. The return to radio feels like both a reunion and a continuation, with John Clay Wolfe at the helm, driving fast-paced, unconventional entertainment that both car insiders and the casually curious can enjoy.
