The John Clay Wolfe Show – Episode #28 (03/19/16 – Hour 3)
Date: February 12, 2026
Podcast: The John Clay Wolfe Show
Host: John Clay Wolfe
Notable Cast: JD, Turley, Bobbo, Callers
Episode Overview
In this lively, irreverent hour, John Clay Wolfe and his crew riff on everything from car valuations and the used car market, to wild tales of partying teens, suspicious escorts in Dallas, and even the politics of tipping bartenders. True to the show's trademark blend of cars, sports, sex, drugs, and rock & roll, the discussion careens from funny, provocative banter to quick-fire car appraisals, and from parenting anxiety to outlandish news stories. Listeners join in with real-world stories about current teen culture and selling cars, while the crew delivers sharp takes, offbeat wisdom, and plenty of laughs.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Car Appraisals and Market Trends
[00:11–09:25]
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Caller Ray's 1995 Corvette ZR1:
- Discussion on rarity (the ZR1 wasn't actually made in 1995, revealing possible confusion or misidentification).
- John tries to look up market value and reasons for his reluctance to make a “cock off” bid on a rare or uncertain car.
- Quote:
- "If I just cock off a number, I'm being an idiot because I don't know." — John Clay Wolfe [01:04]
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Mercedes ML350 with 65,000 miles:
- Discussion on rapid car depreciation, especially for older European luxury cars.
- John offers $6,000 to the caller, explaining the low wholesale prices for older models.
- Quote:
- “These Benzes and Beamers that are two body styles old are worth nothing." — John Clay Wolfe [06:13]
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Acura TLX Review:
- John reviews the 2016 Acura TLX, commending its strong value retention versus similar Mercedes models.
- Crew compares resale values of Acuras vs. Mercedes, analyzing market data.
- Quote:
- "Acura Highlines hold their value extremely well. I'm impressed with these cars." — John Clay Wolfe [07:01]
2. Escort Pages, Cops, and “Brotherhoods”
[01:55–04:12]
- The team jokes about checking Dallas escort listings and avoiding police stings.
- Bobbo introduces the website "escortpolice.com," a self-proclaimed watchdog site for hobbyists to avoid undercover cops.
- Humorous Quotes:
- “You charm them with perfume and cocaine.” — Bobbo [04:00]
- “A brotherhood of well meaning hobbyists.” — Bobbo [03:34]
3. News, Taxes, and Bizarre Surgeries
[09:26–11:56]
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Penis Transplants News:
- John’s reaction to news about experimental penis transplants for wounded servicemen.
- (General disbelief and banter about unusual medical innovations.)
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Unusual Tax Deductions:
- Discussion about deductible expenses such as babysitting, gambling losses, and hiring one's children in a family business.
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Katt Williams Story:
- News of comedian Katt Williams allegedly orchestrating a “beatdown” featuring “Wiccan sorcery.”
- The team playfully riffs on the weirdness of celebrities and witchcraft.
- Quote:
- "Wicking's like a nature witch, man... I thought they just shook branches and stuff." — Bobbo [11:31]
4. Politics & Trump Parody
[12:19–15:03]
- Discussion of Donald Trump's veiled threats about “riots" if he doesn't win the nomination, and riffing on the media spin.
- Turley plays a satirical Trump call-in to a Cleveland radio show (clear parody), with outlandish predictions about the world if Trump isn’t nominated.
- Quote:
- “You’re gonna have a nation full of unexpected pregnancies. That’s not good for a lady’s health...There’ll be a whole country full of good American people driving gay cars and screwing ugly girls with Muslim bathrobes on, and you can’t even get a taco." — "Donald Trump" (Parody) [13:01–14:47]
5. Behind the Scenes – Show and Career Reflections
[15:03–20:18]
- The team discusses the grind of radio vs. working other gigs, reminiscing about better paydays, listener recognition, and getting free beers as minor celebs.
- John relays a stressful story about flying his own plane through storms, sparking talk about the pros and cons of private aviation.
6. Bartender Wages & Tipping Culture
[21:59–24:21]
- The crew wonders what bartenders make nowadays, sharing stories about past earnings.
- They theorize why people tip bartenders more than food servers and strategize for all-inclusive resorts.
- JD recounts his drinking journey from wine coolers to vodka, to laughter and ribbing from the crew.
7. Alcohol, Nostalgia, and Teen Party Culture
[24:43–29:16]
- Fun recollections about early drinking experiences: California Coolers, Red Dog beer, Purple Passion, and creative underage parties.
- JD and Bobbo compare their kids’ straight-laced lifestyles versus their wild youth.
- Listeners call in to confirm that high school party culture is alive and well—teens still party, just more cautiously due to DWI laws and Uber.
- Quote:
- “They still do that...We still sneak out all the time. It’s still like that. Probably even worse.” — 20-year-old Caller [29:33]
8. Parenting Anxieties & Generational Change
[27:26–33:29]
- John and crew discuss their worries about raising kids in today’s world and reflect on generational shifts in attitude and risk.
- B12 vitamins are humorously suggested as a solution for parental exhaustion.
9. Music, Fiddles vs. Violins, and Family
[34:30–35:49]
- Brief, playful debate over whether fiddles and violins are actually different. (Answer: they're not, difference is in the player/music style.)
10. Selling Cheap Cars — The Economics
[35:52–40:58]
- John explains to a caller (Bacara) why some old, low-value cars just aren’t worth much and details the costs/risks of operating a car buying business.
- Talks about shipping costs, auction fees, and market risks—sometimes they lose money, sometimes they win.
11. Red Hot Car Market and Business Model
[40:36–41:18]
- John breaks down the seasonal peak in car values due to tax refunds, encouraging listeners to sell while the market is hot.
12. Show’s Future, Hustle, and Media Ethics
[41:19–44:22]
- Team jokes about the show being “icing on the cake” and riff about paid news stories and the hustle of media.
- John jests about leveraging his paraplegic status for TV stories.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- On Used Car Depreciation:
- “If that ain’t a depreciating asset, I don’t know what is.” — John Clay Wolfe [06:18]
- On Car Business:
- "You don’t make any money spending $500 jacking with $100 cars." — John Clay Wolfe [38:03]
- On Parenting:
- “They’re showing the signs of wild ass.” — John Clay Wolfe [32:44]
- “‘Have you ever live listen[ed] to Pink Floyd, Dark Side of the Moon, man, it was awesome.’” — John (riffing on future “stoner” conversations) [31:34]
- On the Escort Game:
- “A brotherhood of well meaning hobbyists.” — Bobbo [03:34]
- On Bartenders:
- “Have you ever been up… We can drive our own [car], but you can’t do it here, right?” — Bobbo [21:55]
- On Drink Choices:
- “Are you sure you were an alcoholic, man? You were just a homosexual.” — John Clay Wolfe (to JD, jokingly about his early wine cooler days) [24:23]
- On the News Hustle:
- “Everything’s a hustle.” — John Clay Wolfe [44:05]
Important Segment Timestamps
- Opening (Car Appraisals): 00:11–01:47
- Escort Pages & Hobbyists: 01:55–04:12
- Car Value Discussion/Acura TLX Review: 06:46–09:26
- Penis Transplants / News Quirks: 09:26–11:56
- Trump Parody Call: 13:01–14:47
- Bartender Wages & Tips: 22:04–24:21
- Teen Party Culture Calls: 29:20–30:54
- Economics of Cheap Cars: 35:52–41:11
- Business Model Ethics/Jokes: 41:11–44:22
Tone and Style
The show is unfiltered, funny, and conversational, jumping rapidly between real-life car business, bawdy anecdotes, current events, and deeply personal stories. John and the crew blend wisecracks with genuine expertise, making the episode both informative and entertainment-driven, with a friendly, even raucous, “guys at the bar” vibe.
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