The John Clay Wolfe Show — Episode #183 (01.26.19)

Main Theme & Overview

This episode of The John Clay Wolfe Show (original air date: January 26, 2019) is a wild, rapid-fire blend of car business talk, comedy, pop culture, and current events. Set against the backdrop of the recently (temporarily) ended government shutdown, John and his crew riff on everything from classic cars to the New Orleans Saints' playoff heartbreak, the exploding CBD oil trend, strange life stories, and even debates on who makes the stinkiest travelers. The trademark style is irreverent, unscripted, at times edgy—and deeply in tune with their audience across Texas, Louisiana, Vegas, SoCal, and beyond.

Key Segments & Topics

1. Show Open: Political Jabs & Car Talk

• [00:25] John cracks jokes about Trump's campaign theme and recent accusations. The crew speculates on whether certain classic vehicles might make good campaign accessories.
  • Memorable Quote:
    “Is this Trump’s reelection theme song?... That’s a horrible, horrible accusation.” — John (00:25)
• The crew discusses a recently acquired 1977 Lincoln, its history, and the madcap bargains they sometimes get on dealer trade-ins.
  • “Boom, boom. You could conceive multiple children and raise them in the back of that thing.” — John (01:44)

2. Government Shutdown: Effects and Riffs

• [03:42] News break: The government shutdown is over—for three weeks. J.D. gives a recap, noting airport chaos, weather, and the short-term deal struck.
• [04:47] John does a Trump impression, mocking the recurring threat of the wall and the next shutdown:
  • “Let me be very clear…We really have no choice but to build a powerful wall or steel barrier.” — John as Trump (04:51)
• The hosts banter about executive orders, courts, and the real-world effects on things like the car market and personal travel.
• [41:20] John describes how the car auction market took a sharp downturn due to the shutdown, with values plunging nationwide (10% down, according to him).

3. The Saints Controversy & Who Dat Outrage

• [07:23] Bobbo debuts a new GiveMeTheVIN ad for Saints fans, packed with Louisiana flavor and a direct jab at the infamous blown playoff call.
  • “Who dat say gonna outbid GiveMeTheVIN.com in Louisiana? Nobody!” — Bobbo (08:06)
• The crew takes calls from passionate and furious Saints fans, many of whom want the NFL to replay the NFC Championship and joke about filing 911 reports over the missed call.
  • “Baba, what would a Kunas 911 Saints pissed off call sound like?” — John (09:09)
• Plenty of gags about Louisiana accents, local cooking, and the region’s colorful sports culture.
• [133:12] End-of-show segment filled with calls from New Orleans and Baton Rouge listeners venting about the blown call and discussing possible solutions (challenge flags for penalties).

4. CBD Oil Craze: Calls, Testimonials & Skepticism

• [12:43] The topic shifts to CBD oil, with J.D. exploring its use for sleep and stress relief. Half the office chimes in; callers share stories about the relief it brought for relatives suffering from pain, arthritis, and even addiction recovery.
  • “My dad’s not the kind of guy to take any drugs…finally talked him into CBD oil...got him off hydrocodone.” — Caller (19:01)
• On-air, Bobbo tries a vape stick of CBD, reporting no strong effect but sparking more laughs about “getting high” versus getting well.
  • “If you’re not funny in a minute, I’ll be pissed off at J.D.” — John (18:34)
• Callers from around the region report where they get their CBD and at what price points, reinforcing the theme’s popularity.
• Skepticism persists—especially about high prices and supposed miracle effects.

5. Car Talk Central: Fast-Paced Listener Bids

• Throughout the Show:
  • Dozens of car owners call in for quick-shot appraisals and offers: Lincolns, Tundras, Mazdas, Sequoias, Silverados, Excursions, and oddities like a “Gene Simmons Mini Cooper.”
  • John and team take a no-nonsense approach—offers are direct, sometimes lowball, sometimes purposely under market, often with comic insults (mocking “Scooter” and “meth-head salesmen”).
  • Quote: “Fresh ups for sale. If y’all don’t know what an up is...just go grab an up!” — John (29:24)
  • The process for getting your car evaluated is explained repeatedly: upload photos and VIN or license plate to GiveMeTheVIN.com for a real bid.

6. Wildlife in the Car Business

• [26:29] John tells a hilarious tale about an acquaintance who missed his cruise ship in Playa del Carmen, got stranded, found romance, and ended up getting a $50k payout from his new Mexican girlfriend’s father to break off the engagement and return to Texas.
  • “This is real life happening. That’s how you do it, kids.” — John (27:27)

7. Race, Smell, and Airplane Hijinks

• [47:01] & [49:45] DJ Pre K’s "White, Black, Latino or Other" segment: A Miami-to-Detroit flight sees a family kicked off for body odor. The crew guesses ethnicities, and it gets silly/edgy, ultimately landing on "Jewish"—which sparks some confusion over race vs. ethnicity and cultural stereotypes.

8. Pop Culture Rants & Reviews

• [54:13] John dubs "Aquaman" the most racist current movie due to the ethnic makeup of the villains.
• Nicole Kidman’s age-defying looks and “Avatar meets Iron Man in the water.”
• Reactions to Jimmy Buffett’s off-key National Anthem performance.
• Weezer drops a surprise album of covers (“The Teal Album”), and the team reviews tracks like "Africa," "No Scrubs," and "Happy Together."

9. Transgender Meltdown at GameStop

• [80:22] Viral audio: A trans woman erupts after being misgendered at a GameStop. The team plays the explosive rant, offers commentary, and posts the video to their website.
  • “It’s ma’am. It is ma’am!” — Viral audio (81:07)

10. Super Bowl, Overtime, and Saints Rules Debate

• The closing hour is dominated by calls and discussions on the Saints-Rams NFC Championship. Listeners and hosts propose NFL rules changes, challenge flags, booth reviews, and even wild schemes for re-playing the end of the game.
• Discussion of NFL financial motivations for Patriots/Rams Super Bowl match-up, and Belichick’s infamous "icing the kicker" tactic.

Notable Memorable Quotes & Moments

• Car Talk:
  “You ever just known a sorry, no-count, no-good sumbitch that is…Scooter?” — John (23:27)

• CBD Segment:
  “If anybody listening that has tried the CBD and has found relief or sleep, please let me know.” — J.D. (16:21)

• Saints Outrage:
  “They have sounded off to us in a big way since last Sunday. About the Saints being really, they say, ripped off.” — John (08:20)

• Smelly Passengers Debate:
  “Wet dog, spicy curry, or kush cologne. All I know is there’s some wild stank going on.” — DJ Pre K (50:46)

• Life Bizarre:
  “He winds up dating her and just staying there...then the dad gave him $50,000 to go away.” — John (28:08)

• On Going to a Gay Bar with Kids, Accidentally:
  “We did go to a gay bar...and then my daughter realized, ‘Dad, this is gaytown’...” — John (123:54)

Segment Timestamps

| Segment | Timestamp | Details | |-----------------------------------------------|---------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------| | Trump theme jokes & intro | 00:25–01:45 | Opening banter, Trump, classic Lincoln car | | Government shutdown, airport delays | 03:42–05:41 | Summary, delays, Trump impression, executive orders | | Saints playoff meltdown, new ad, who dat | 07:23–09:05 | Commercial, Louisiana calls, parody emergency calls | | CBD oil (testimonials, skepticism) | 12:43–22:00 | Staff tries CBD, multiple listener stories/calls | | Car business: Flippers, lowball bids | 22:04–32:07 | Multiple calls, stories about car value, “Scooter” jabs | | Wild Mexico story (lost on cruise) | 25:35–28:59 | Missed cruiseship, love story, $50k payout | | Race & smell: airplane story | 47:01–51:55 | “White, Black, Latino, Other” segment—body odor on a plane | | Rush Limbaugh parody + pot economics | 46:00–77:20 | Satiric Rush/Limbaugh, market report on weed, industry degree | | Saints rule debate, missed call outrage | 133:12–143:56 | Listeners share anger/ideas to “right the wrong” | | GameStop trans customer viral rant | 80:22–82:44 | Audio clip, team reacts/live commentary |

Tone, Style, and Running Themes

• Language & Tone: Irreverent, sometimes edgy, full of quick-witted jabs, local flavor, and Southern colloquialisms (“You ever just known a no-count sonofabitch…?”).
• Crowd Participation: Frequent live calls, especially from Louisiana, keep it interactive and raw.
• Satire & Silliness: Celebrity impersonations (Trump, Rush, Bob Ross), voice bits (DJ Pre K), and constant ribbing among the crew.
• Car-Centric: Nearly every segment is tied back to the car industry, from classic Lincolns to “Scooter” the sketchy salesman and online bidding tips.
• Pop Culture & News: Timely references (CBD, Playoff drama, Aquaman, viral videos), including willingness to weigh in on controversial or awkward current events.
• Regional Focus: Heavy shoutouts to listeners in Texas, Louisiana, and places like Las Vegas, Bakersfield, and Oklahoma, with running jokes about local quirks.

Listener Takeaways

If you missed the episode:

• You’ll get a comic, unfiltered window into Southern car culture, local outrage over sports injustice, and the unpredictable life of a car dealer.
• The Saints “robbery” and aftermath looms large, with furious calls, mock 911 dispatches, and debate over NFL rules.
• CBD oil’s rise is reflected in both honest testimonials and heavy skepticism from the crew.
• Super Bowl apathy is on display (Patriots fatigue).
• You’ll hear a unique blend of car sales advice, guy talk, and offbeat social commentary.

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