The John Clay Wolfe Show — Episode #16, Hour 4 (02/13/16)

Air Date: February 11, 2026
Main Cast: John Clay Wolfe (Host), Bobbo, Charlie, Casey
Show Powered By: GiveMeTheVIN.com

Episode Overview

This lively episode of The John Clay Wolfe Show covers a wide spectrum—from political media circus and 2016-era campaign antics, to car sales, sport, wild news stories, and movie reviews, all delivered with the show’s trademark irreverence and humor. The hosts riff on everything from Donald Trump and Bernie Sanders, to NFL teams on the move, cheap oil, and even a comedic "Paul Harvey" news segment. As always, the tone is fast-paced, conversational, and full of off-the-cuff banter.

Main Discussion Points & Segments

1. The Media, Politics, and the Trump Strategy

Timestamps: 01:00–08:31

• The illness going around prompts jokes about Zika and media-driven fear.
• Hosts criticize the media's penchant for panic and sensationalism.
  • Casey: "They want to scare you. Their job is to scare you." (01:42)
• Praise for Trump’s confrontational stance toward the media, comparing his style to Howard Stern’s playbook for magnetic, polarizing showmanship.
  • Bobbo: “He is so running his playbook and it is so working.” (05:04)
  • Bobbo: “People that love him listen for an average 17 minutes. People that hate him listen for 40 for the same reason. They just want to know what he's going to say next.” (05:14)
• Discussion about the Republican establishment potentially overriding the popular vote to back an “establishment” candidate, with Jeb Bush cited as a likely pick.

2. Bernie Sanders and the Lure of Socialism

Timestamps: 06:03–09:39

• John Clay Wolfe’s personal take: His Danish wife used to tout Denmark’s social systems—now that conversation’s front and center in US politics.
  • John Clay Wolfe: “All these years I’ve been hearing Denmark...and kids get paid to go to college...now it’s in the press...it’s driving me crazy.” (06:03)
• The younger generation's enthusiasm for Sanders, and a discussion of whether a president could transform America into a truly socialist nation.
  • Charlie: “He might just get one term in and be done.” (08:06)
• Comparisons between European and US governance, skepticism about sweeping changes, and jokes about Bernie “taxing my truck.”

3. Church Preachers and Hedge Fund ‘Churches’

Timestamps: 08:59–09:46

• John compares wealthy “Wall Street preachers” to televangelists—both selling hope for money.
  • John Clay Wolfe: “I have a jet airplane. I deserve a jet airplane because I bring you closer to wealth...it’s the damnedest thing.” (08:59)
• Argues that if Sanders targets hedge funds, he should also target racket preachers.

4. Paul Harvey Returns (Parody Segment)

Timestamps: 10:05–13:23
Bobbo performs as “Paul Harvey,” delivering satirical news, including:

• The “new off-road Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro”—and the realization that you’ve “spent $60,000 for a damned Toyota.” (11:10)
• Lexus outselling BMW, with a wildly inappropriate “quote” from a parody Japanese executive.
• Outlandish news: A Michigan man dies in a car crash while watching porn—“our humble thrill seeking protagonist came and went...simultaneously.” (13:12)

5. Weather, the Used RV Market, and Car Talk

Timestamps: 14:04–18:13

• Mild winter across Texas; RV bought from a listener is recounted—details on the adventure and resale.
• Reality of high-mileage RV and car values.
• Commentary on oil prices dropping:
  • Bobbo: “You can buy a bucket of chicken right now that’ll cost more than a barrel of oil.” (17:30)
• Talk turns to calls/options in oil investment, and the influence of presidential politics on oil.

6. Weird News Roundup

Timestamps: 18:13–20:01

• Florida and Oklahoma lead the pack in unusual crimes:
  • Woman arrested after fighting over husband passing gas.
  • Woman offering explicit bribes to police.
  • Oklahoma man arrested for sex with a goat.
  • Minnesota woman bites off husband's ear over beer.
  • Woman calls 911 for cigarettes and chicken wings.

7. NFL Franchise Moves & Globalization of Football

Timestamps: 21:00–25:06

• Updates on the Oakland Raiders, LA Rams, and San Diego Chargers’ stadium and city saga.
• Discussion about possible NFL expansion to Las Vegas, and the seemingly eternal rumor of a London team.
  • John: “Imagine being on the London team and having to travel that far across the ocean every week...they're gonna suck so bad.”
• Musings about NFL popularity abroad, road trips, and even crossing the Atlantic by Concorde.

8. Movie Reviews & Pop Culture

Timestamps: 25:53–30:36

• Bobbo reviews “The Hateful Eight”: “It’s the most bloody film that Tarantino’s ever done.” (27:42)
• Brief mentions of “Hail Caesar,” “Deadpool,” and teenage movie memories—from sneaking into “Porky’s” to “private lessons.”
• Nostalgic comparisons of European and American fast food (the “Royale with Cheese” gag).

9. Super Bowl Halftime Reaction & Race in Pop Culture

Timestamps: 30:36–32:04

• Coldplay, Bruno Mars, Beyoncé; hosts weigh in on the show and its political undertones.
  • John: “I felt it was a gay performance...just wasn't me.” (30:37)
  • Discussion about Beyoncé's alleged “Black Panther” homage and anti-cop sentiment.
  • Casey: “Beyoncé has a history of anti-cop and pro-black, anti-white music.” (31:30)

10. Hall of Fame and Media Relations

Timestamps: 32:04–32:56

• Terrell Owens not making the Hall of Fame—“If you’re an ass to the media...guess who’s voting in?” (32:10)
• The impact of media perceptions on athletes’ legacies.

11. Car Market Realities & GivemetheVIN

Timestamps: 33:34–44:59

• Details on the auction process and car appraisal using GiveMeTheVIN, including some call-in car valuations—often tongue-in-cheek.
  • John: “Our process is so easy, you can do it in your underwear.” (38:03)
  • Stories about photo submissions from listeners in their underwear (“guys put their girlfriends up to it so they get a better bid”).
• Discussion on the depreciation of luxury vehicles:
  • John: “A $100,000 car in 2002...now goes for $4,000.” (42:41)
• Advice on used cars: high miles mean finite life, especially on domestics.

12. Closing Banter

Timestamps: 44:59–end

• Reminders about the show’s schedule and social media.
• Humorous behind-the-scenes: card games with car dealers, car bidding in underwear, and more.

Notable Quotes (with attribution and timestamps):

• On Media Manipulation:
  • Casey: "They want to scare you. Their job is to scare you." (01:42)
  • John Clay Wolfe: "I love the fact that he [Trump] stood up…the media in their place." (02:00)
• On Trump’s Method:
  • Bobbo: “He is so running his [Howard Stern’s] playbook and it is so working.” (05:04)
  • Bobbo: “People that love him listen for an average 17 minutes. People that hate him listen for 40...They just want to know what he's going to say next.” (05:14)
• On Socialism and Denmark:
  • John Clay Wolfe: “All these years I’ve been hearing Denmark...kids get paid to go to college, healthcare is free...now it’s in the press...it’s driving me crazy.” (06:03)
• On Cars and Appraisals:
  • John: “Our process is so easy, you can do it in your underwear.” (38:03)
  • Bobbo: “Don’t deface the temple, man.” (38:17)
  • John (on luxury car depreciation): “So we've got a $95,000 depreciation in 79,000 miles. So it cost him a dollar something a mile to drive it. Cars are not cheap.” (42:41)
• On Entertainment:
  • Bobbo (reviewing The Hateful Eight): “It’s the most bloody film that Tarantino’s ever done.” (27:42)
• On Pop Culture and Super Bowl Halftime:
  • John: “I felt it was a gay performance...just wasn't me.” (30:37)
  • Casey: “Beyoncé has a history of anti-cop and pro-black, anti-white music.” (31:30)
• On NFL Expansion:
  • John: “Imagine being on the London team and having to travel that far across the ocean every week...they're gonna suck so bad. Just because they're jet lagged...” (25:06)

Memorable Moments

• The “Paul Harvey” parody news segment for outlandish, deadpan headlines (10:05–13:23).
• Banter about car valuations—even taking calls live and joking about the “market” for beat-up, high-mileage models (39:16–42:41).
• Anecdotes about sneaking into R-rated movies as kids and how some things never change (30:02–30:36).
• Comparing Wall Street financiers to “money preachers” (08:59).
• Listeners submitting photos of themselves “in their underwear” to get better car bids (38:03).

Highlighted Timestamps for Key Segments

• Political & Media Riffing: 01:00–08:31
• Paul Harvey News Parody: 10:05–13:23
• Car Talk (RVs, Oil Prices, Consumer Advice): 15:03–18:13, 33:34–44:59
• Wild News Roundup: 18:13–20:01
• NFL Franchise Moves, Globalization: 21:00–25:06
• Movie Reviews/Pop Culture: 25:53–30:36
• Super Bowl Halftime Reaction: 30:36–32:04

Summary & Takeaways

This episode is classic JCW fare—no topic is too taboo, especially if it elicits a laugh or a shake of the head. From Trump’s appropriated Stern-style appeal to the rise of Sanders’ Danish-flavored socialism, through NFL global ambitions, weird Florida news, and even a rundown on appraising your car from the comfort of your underwear, the show delivers on cars, culture, and comedic commentary.

Listeners who appreciate high-energy, highly-opinionated takes on contemporary America—with equal parts irreverence and insight—will find plenty to enjoy.