The Rod Ryan Show – "The 7 and 10 Game"

Date: January 13, 2026
Podcast: The Rod Ryan Show on 94.5 The Buzz (KTBZ-FM)
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This episode spotlights a round of the show's popular "7 and 10 Game," an on-air contest where listeners compete to name seven items within a category in just ten seconds. The segment blends high-energy competition, camaraderie among the hosts, and playful banter, making for an engaging and memorable listen for Houston's rock and alternative crowd.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Game Setup and Rules

• Hosts: Mo and Alex orchestrate the segment, explaining the guidelines and keeping the energy high.
• Game Rules:
  • The caller must name seven things in a given category, within ten seconds.
  • No repeats or blatantly wrong answers.
  • Alex acts as the timer and judge, accompanied by the ceremonial "dinger" sound for correct answers.
• Memorable Banter:
  • The hosts lightly debate over who gets the "dinger" and rib each other over the best way to time and score the game.
  • "You wanted a game called 7 and 10. You got it? Yikes. Yikes. I love it so much." – Mo (02:26)
  • "It's not called 2 and 10. Yes. You gotta do way more than that. It's 7. At least 5." – Mo (04:44)

Caller Attempts and Challenges

1. Kaylee’s Turn: "Seven Sports Teams"

• Prompt: Name seven sports teams in 10 seconds.
• Performance:
  • Kaylee quickly names six teams ("Astros, Texans, Steelers, Cubs, Bears, Falcons").
  • Almost makes it, but falls just short.
• Host Reaction:
  • "Did you give her Saints? No. Yeah, she got the bell. Sorry, Kaylee. So... Sorry, Kaylee." – Alex (04:06)
  • "Bummer. Thanks, guys. Did not get the 7 10." – Mo (04:07)
• Timestamps: 02:52–04:07

2. Daniel’s Turn: "Seven Breakfast Foods"

• Prompt: Name seven breakfast foods in 10 seconds.
• Performance:
  • Daniel rattles off: "Sausage, eggs, hash brown, orange juice, apples, oranges and straw." However, he's just a hair late and the last answer comes after the bell.
  • Hosts debate whether "orange juice" counts as food.
• Host Reaction:
  • "I don't think orange juice is breakfast." – Mo (05:07)
  • "It didn't feel right. I didn't want to be the judge, but it didn't feel right." – Alex (05:08)
  • "I was letting that...play. That's fine. I'm just telling. I counted it. It didn't matter. He still didn't win." – Mo (05:14)
  • Friendly joke about snakes being a breakfast food.
• Timestamps: 04:14–05:20

3. Other John's Turn: "Seven Musical Instruments"

• Prompt: Name seven musical instruments in 10 seconds.
• Performance:
  • He effortlessly lists: "Guitar, Bass, Guitar, Electric guitar, Drums, Flute, Trombone, Clarinet, Piano, Organ."
  • Even exceeds the required number.
• Host Reaction:
  • "I counted nine. You got the seven ten, Other John." – Mo (06:20)
  • "Congratulations. Impressive." – Alex (06:30)
  • "All that money you wasted on the kids’ music lessons? Not wasted anymore!" – Mo (06:32)
  • Discussion about whether guitar, electric guitar, and bass guitar should all count, but consensus is John easily clears the bar.
• Timestamps: 05:51–06:57

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Host Dynamic and Humor:
  • "I'm gonna...I want to write. Oh, you're not. You can't write." – Alex and Mo, joking about game fairness (01:59)
  • "There can't be any repeats." – Mo lays down the law (01:37)
• Support for Callers:
  • "Would you show these kids how this game is played, sir?" – Mo, rallying the next caller (05:34)
  • "He left nothing to chance, and I like that." – Mo, impressed by John's overachievement (06:57)
• Playful Frustrations:
  • "It didn't feel right...I counted it. It didn't matter." – On leniency in judging Daniel's answers (05:14)
  • "It's not called 2 and 10...You gotta do way more than that!" – Mo joking about the difficulty (04:44)

Segment Timestamps

• Game Setup & Rules Clarification: 01:30–02:52
• Kaylee's Attempt (Sports Teams): 02:52–04:07
• Daniel’s Attempt (Breakfast Foods): 04:14–05:20
• Other John's Attempt (Musical Instruments): 05:51–06:57

Episode Flow and Atmosphere

The energy is upbeat with hosts Mo and Alex actively encouraging and teasing both each other and the callers. The game’s pressure creates a mix of nerves and laughter, and the charming, slightly chaotic scoring and banter add to the show’s entertaining vibe. Even in unsuccessful rounds, hosts reassure the callers and keep things fun and inclusive.

Summary Takeaway

If you missed this segment, you missed a fast-paced, fun contest where listeners raced the clock (and their nerves) to prove trivia-level mastery live on air—plus the hosts’ contagious enthusiasm and support (with a little mild judgment about what counts as food!). For fans of quirky morning radio and offbeat trivia games, this episode truly delivers the goods.