Episode Overview

Podcast: The Rod Ryan Show
Episode: Fresh Outta Bed Head to Head Challenge
Date: November 12, 2025
Host: Rod Ryan (with co-hosts including Chili and Alex)
Theme: The episode features a high-energy round of the “Fresh Outta Bed Head to Head Challenge,” a quickfire trivia contest between listeners, where the winner earns coveted concert tickets. In this episode, first-time contestant Corey goes up against three-time Hall of Famer Jerry, with Blue October tickets on the line.

Key Discussion Points & Highlights

Game Setup & Introductions

• [00:00 – 00:35]
  • The atmosphere is competitive as the "Fresh Outta Bed Head to Head Challenge" starts.
  • Jerry, a veteran and three-time Hall of Famer, is introduced.
  • There’s playful banter about not "throwing" the game for others’ bracket bets.
    • “Am I reading you correctly that you're not the kind of guy that would even dream of throwing a game?” – Rod Ryan (00:16)
  • Corey calls in as a first-time participant.
    • “You are going up against a three-time hall of Famer right now, late in the year... If you're looking to make a move fishing, fresh fish. Now's the time to do it.” – Rod Ryan (00:56)

The Stakes

• [01:11 – 01:24]
  • Chili highlights the prize:
    • “Blue October is going to be at 713Music hall this weekend. We have tickets for the Saturday night show if you win today.” – Chili (01:14)

Game Rules & Starting the Challenge

• [01:24 – 01:35]
  • Instructions for the contestants: shout their name if they know the answer.
  • Corey asks for the music to be turned down, showcasing nerves and focus.
    • "Turn down the music, please." – Corey (01:30)

Round One – Quickfire Questions

• Question 1: Whose alias is Bruce Wayne?

  • [01:38 – 01:53]
    • Corey jumps in first: "Corey."
    • Correct answer: “Batman.”
    • “Welcome to the game. Hello, sir. Welcome to the game. Corey got in first. Pretty definitively too.” – Rod Ryan (01:53)

• Question 2: Which pole does Santa not live at?

  • [02:17 – 02:34]
    • Corey again answers quickly: “The South Pole?”
    • Correct answer.

Surprise Victory & Aftermath

• [02:38 – 03:44]
  • Rod Ryan questions Corey’s quickness, jokingly doubting if he’s truly a newcomer.
    • “Hey, Cory, I don't believe that you're a fresh fish. Who are you really? What's your real name?” – Rod Ryan (02:46)
    • Corey assures: “No, sir. And it is very hard to get through. I've been. Call her A's and call her nine, one, two, you name it, I've been.” (03:06)
  • Jerry, the Hall of Famer, hangs up without comment after losing both questions.
    • “He left. Well, he's not happy. He's not happy, I can tell you that. Damn it, Jerry.” – Rod Ryan (03:26)
  • Corey is declared the winner—“fresh fish” beating a champion—and gets the Blue October tickets.
    • “So awesome. My wife is going to be super excited.” – Corey (03:40)
    • Rod invites Corey to play again: “Welcome to the game, man. Hang on. I'm inviting you to play tomorrow.” (03:44)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Am I reading you correctly that you're not the kind of guy that would even dream of throwing a game?”
  — Rod Ryan (00:16)

• “Welcome to the game. Corey got in first. Pretty definitively too.”
  — Rod Ryan (01:53)

• “Which poll does Santa not live at?”
  — Rod Ryan (02:21)

• “He left. Well, he's not happy. He's not happy, I can tell you that. Damn it, Jerry.”
  — Rod Ryan (03:26)

• “My wife is going to be super excited.”
  — Corey (03:40)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:00 – 00:35: Game introductions and contestant banter
• 01:11 – 01:24: Prize announcement (Blue October tickets)
• 01:38 – 01:53: Question 1 (“Bruce Wayne”) and Corey’s first point
• 02:17 – 02:34: Question 2 (“Santa not live at...”) and Corey’s win
• 02:38 – 03:26: Reaction, host banter, and Jerry’s premature exit
• 03:40 – 03:44: Corey celebrates, and is invited back

Summary

This episode of The Rod Ryan Show delivers its signature blend of competitive spirit, quickfire trivia, and playful banter. Despite being a first-timer, Corey stuns both the hosts and the three-time champion Jerry by sweeping the game—winning coveted Blue October tickets and earning a spot in the next round. The episode is filled with memorable moments, from the hosts’ disbelief at Corey’s debut performance to the abruptness of Jerry’s (unhappy) departure. The thrill of live, unpredictable radio is on full display, making this a standout segment for fans and first-timers alike.