The John Clay Wolfe Show – Episode #24 (Hour 2)
Date: February 11, 2026
Host: John Clay Wolfe
Co-hosts: Casey, Bobbo
Episode Overview
This hour of The John Clay Wolfe Show delivers the show’s trademark mix of car talk, irreverent humor, market insights, and unfiltered commentary on current events and pop culture. The hosts discuss car deals and industry backstories, lampoon the ongoing Trump political circus, share personal milestones and stories, and riff on everything from music to wild news headlines. With a strong Texas flair, the team keeps the show lively, unpredictable, and hilarious while offering listeners practical buying/selling car advice.
Key Discussion Points and Insights
1. The Pressure of Syndication & Loosening Up (00:19–01:19)
- John opens by reflecting on feeling tight while broadcasting, especially after efforts to tailor the show for syndication.
- Casey compares overthinking on air to a golfer losing his swing under pressure:
- “You're overthinking it, that’s all. It’s like a golf shot... they lose the edge.” (01:07)
2. Trump Rally Satire and Polls (01:20–01:39; 08:08–09:44; 32:32–34:13)
- The team reads a Trump tweet about protestors and jokes about Trump’s polling success.
- Casey debuts the “Top 10 Things Heard at a Trump Rally” with cheeky jabs at Trump’s persona, campaign, and supporters.
- Example: “As Ronald Reagan said, Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall and build it in Mexico.” (08:13)
- Segment revisited later for more playful conspiracy theories and satirical speculation about Trump’s campaign stunts fueling his support.
3. Real Car Deals On-Air
A. G-Wagon Negotiations (01:45–07:30)
- Caller Sheldon has a 2003 Mercedes G55 AMG with low miles.
- John offers $34,000; Sheldon wants $36,500. John sticks to his guns, citing comparable sales and market data:
- “I think I’m all over it like a cheap suit, to be honest with you. I don’t think shopping’s going to help you.” (06:25)
- John walks through professional maintenance history and proves transparent about market values and negotiation strategy.
B. Other Notable Car Deals (17:47–30:03, 62:12–64:14)
- Valuations for VW sedan, high-mile Silverados, and an 05 Tahoe.
- John emphasizes fast, no-hassle offers with “GiveMeTheVIN.com – it’s so easy you can do it in your underwear!” (07:39)
- Caller Ben shares his story of being upside-down on a Mercedes C-Class due to negative equity rolled into financing, leading to a discussion of predatory practices at dealerships (22:15–25:49).
C. Inside the Wholesale Market (48:31–61:58)
- John pulls back the curtain on the dirty secrets of the dealership wholesale trade, including:
- “Bid sales” and how insiders manipulate outcomes.
- Tales of bribes, side deals, and the “old boy network.”
- John’s goal: use technology and transparency to cut the crooks and dealers out of car buying/selling and directly benefit the public.
- “I want to build a system to fix this... I’ve set up a system where I can be your friend, your agent, your right-hand, your brother-in-law that’s in the used car business. And it’s a click away. That’s what this whole thing is about.” (57:11)
4. Personal Moments and Stories
A. Casey Inherits a Windfall (12:04–14:39)
- Casey shares being unexpectedly left over $100k by a close friend who recently passed away.
- “He’s part of the reason I’m sober today... we were very close.” (13:03)
- John asks if he’ll quit radio: “If I see you rolling in a new Jaguar...”
- Discussion about taxes on inheritance, loyalty, and the nature of friendships.
B. Past Adventures & Radio Days (16:08–16:56)
- Hilarious confessions about wild days promoting shows at “Billy Bob’s,” discussing how many partners Casey had, and sharing radio industry war stories.
5. Music, Road Trips, and Spring Break (30:14–32:02)
- Bobbo and Casey debate the best driving music for spring break; AC/DC comes out on top.
- Lively banter about hard vs. pop rock and the nostalgia of mixtapes vs. Pandora playlists.
6. Pop Culture & Absurd News Roundup (40:36–46:55)
- The team runs through odd and wild news:
- Johnny Manziel’s ongoing downward spiral and a morbid “death watch” bet on his future.
- Chumley from “Pawn Stars” arrested.
- Naked woman dancing on an 18-wheeler cab, and a story about a man molesting a coworker’s dog.
- Audience laughs at cases of breaking and entering that only result in “gifts” left in backyards.
- Discussion of massive St. Patrick’s Day beer sales: “$245 million just in St. Patrick’s Day sales!” (45:08)
- PSA: Don’t drink and drive during spring break.
7. Political and Social Commentary (32:35–40:14)
- Extended debate over the rising tensions at Trump rallies, the possibility of orchestrated protests, and how history will remember these moments.
- John voices concern:
- “The racism in the south has been in the closet for a long time… [Trump’s campaign is] fixing to give them an excuse to start acting badly.” (37:13)
- Conversation on the disconnect between different cultural backgrounds and how the political climate might fuel conflict.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- John Clay Wolfe: “I think I’m all over it like a cheap suit, to be honest with you. I don’t think shopping’s going to help you because... I’m hitting it hard.” (G-Wagon segment, 06:25)
- Casey: “As Ronald Reagan said, Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall and build it in Mexico.” (08:13 - Trump Rally Top 10)
- John Clay Wolfe: “I want to build a system to fix this... I’ve set up a system where I can be your friend, your agent, your right-hand, your brother-in-law that’s in the used car business. And it’s a click away.” (57:11)
- Caller Ben: “So I’ve spent almost a decade active duty, barely getting by, trying to keep my credit in order, and I don’t want to take a hit on it, you know.” (25:11)
- Bobbo: “If you got a Supra Turbo, an old one, I want to buy it.” (27:31)
- Casey: “I see an island coming soon.” (14:19, after Casey reveals his inheritance)
- John Clay Wolfe: “I never liked this business when I got in it. They’re kingpin dope dealers… And I fought ‘em. When I broke through, it was bad… There were times I got shook down.” (58:20, on rough wholesale business)
- John Clay Wolfe: “You’re kind of Donald Trump.” (61:58, jokingly after John declares he wants to tear down industry 'walls' with a new system)
Key Timestamps by Segment
- 00:19–01:19 – Wolfe opens up about show pressure and overthinking
- 01:20–01:39, 08:08–09:44, 32:32–34:13 – Trump tweets, rally coverage, and Top 10 jokes
- 01:45–07:30 – G-Wagon negotiation (Sheldon)
- 12:04–14:39 – Casey inherits $100k+ from old friend
- 17:47–19:49 – VW valuation, caller gets offer
- 22:15–25:49 – Caller Ben stuck with negative equity on his C-Class
- 30:14–32:02 – Road trip music debate (AC/DC madness)
- 32:35–40:14 – Racial tensions, Trump rally aftermath, political rumination
- 40:36–46:55 – Absurd news roundup (naked dancer, dog molester, St. Patrick’s Day stats)
- 48:31–61:58 – John’s insider exposé: bid sales, bribes, and his mission to clean up the car business
- 62:12–64:14 – Tahoe negotiation, John lays out the seamless online selling process
Tone & Style
The episode is fast-paced, deeply conversational, and carries John’s semi-ferocious, sardonic Texas humor. It veers easily from belly laughs to serious critique, practical car advice, and wild personal stories—everything buoyed by the rapport between the hosts, their knowledge, and a healthy dose of irreverence.
For New Listeners
If you’ve never heard The John Clay Wolfe Show: imagine a Saturday morning hot-rod hangout, part comedy club, part car auction floor, blended with discussions on country, culture, and politics—all run by a guy who knows the car industry inside and out and isn’t afraid to call out its BS. If you want to sell your car, laugh at the news, or hear what happens at the seamy edges of the car business (and society), you’ll feel right at home.