THE BOB & TOM SHOW - Program Notes

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August 7 - 11 2006

True Stories
He Made Up
We're always excited to hear that the unpredictable Daniel Tosh will be joining us on the air, but we're even happier to hear that he'll actually be appearing live in the studio. This way we might actually get to watch him strip again! Not that we're into that kind of thing. Tosh is not only one of our favorite guests, he's also one of the most outrageous young comedians working today, which is why we're recommending you pick up his new album, True Stores I Made Up. Tosh is a Tonight Show veteran, has been featured on The Late Show with David Letterman a number of times, starred in a series of Taco Bell commercials and dreams of one day hosting his own talk show.

FACTOID - Daniel Tosh was born in Germany.

A Little "Chili"
In the Studio
Bert "Chili" Challis is a veteran standup comedian of over 20 years. In that time he's learned a lot about the trade, which is why he's started tutoring young standup wannabes in a place he calls, Chili's Comedy Dojo. Here comic hopefuls find out more than just how to perform, they'll also learn microphone techniques, how to find your "voice," and become more creative and most importantly, how to find work. From that description alone the program is well worth whatever he's charging. Along with teaching, Chili has been a staff writer for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and for the comic strip "Mother Goose & Grimm."

Cool, Cold, Friesen
When his dream of following childhood idol Willie Mays into Major League Baseball died during puberty, Don Friesen turned to his other heroes, Bill Cosby, Steve Martin and Monty Python for inspiration. When that didn’t immediately spawn any ideas, he attempted college, but soon gave that up to pursue work as a busboy, security guard, cab driver, real estate agent and vacuum salesman. Unstatisfied with those occupations, he came to the conclusion that maybe he should go back to college. While attending USC, Don rediscovered his love of comedy when he signed up for an improv class and found he was good at it. A few years later, he was out on the road, sleeping in his car and making a living in comedy clubs across the country. Those years on the road paid off as now Don is highly successful comedian who’s just released his first comedy DVD, Inexplicable, has been featured on national TV and is the only comedian in the 30-year history of the San Francisco International Comedy Competition to win the title twice.

The Grassroots Unplugged Tour
If you’ve never been down to the The Purple Rose Theater for a "Live and Unplugged" show, you probably wouldn't’t know that actor Jeff Daniels is also an accomplished musician. Though he’s been performing music for over 30 years, most people on know him from his roles in hit films like Terms of Endearment, Something Wild, The Hours and Dumb & Dumber. This summer though, Jeff will be taking his music on the road in a little something he's calling the Grassroots Unplugged Tour. He's not abandoned his film career, however, and will still be appearing on the big screen in a number of films including Mama's Boy, starring Diane Keaton and John Heder.

Do You Smell What the Wok is Cooking?
In some circles the name "Chinaman" may not be the most politically correct moniker, but it is one that comedian Mark Britten not only embraces, he insists on it. Britten is a native Texan that grew up under the watchful eye of a Chinese mother and a Caucasian father. This interesting blend of cultures led to a dysfunctional upbringing that Mark wouldn't trade for anything. Though his family provides more than enough material to keep any audience in stitches, the Chinaman's act also includes impressions of a variety of celebrities including Governor Arnold and our new favorite, the late Unsolved Mysteries host, Robert Stack.

Words to Remember...
Tim Bedore has been a weekly Wednesday fixture on the show with his Vague But True editorials, which is why we're so eager to find out what his next installment will be about. Over the past year, these musings have helped us learn a lot about Tim, including the speech he would have given college graduates had he been asked to speak at a college graduation and his theory on how women are the cause of all wars (both of which appear on the new BOB&TOM album Donkey Show). But no matter the topic, we're happy he'll be reporting on it from his new home up north, where the introverts stare at their shoes and the extroverts stare at your shoes. In other exciting news, Tim's new CD, Vague But True, is hot off the presses. Get your copy of this new CD featuring over 30 of Tim's best VBT's to date.

Does Anyone
Have a Fiddle?
When Brian Regan first started in standup, he was much more than a comedian, he was also a busboy, dishwasher, and cook. On more than one occasion, he would have to wrap up a set so that he could flip burgers for the crowd he’d just performed for. Eventually, he became a better comic than a cook, and was able to take his act on the road. Since then, Brian has become one of the more popular standup acts today, and pops up all over television with appearances on Conan, Letterman, MTV Comedy Half-Hour and specials on both Comedy Central and Showtime. Brian impressed us so much the last time he was on (which was also his first) that he earned a spot on the BOB&TOM album Happy Hour with his take on airline travel. This piece featured the now famous phrases "I have a comPUter" and "make someone from first class fiddle for me." Regan also just released his first comedy DVD, I Walked on the Moon,

Larry The
Health Inspector?
From cable guy to health inspector? Well, it's not a permanent career change, but Larry the Cable Guy is returning to his role as Health Inspector as he takes his first feature length film, Larry The Cable Guy: Health Inspector. to the small screen on DVD. Now you may be thinking, 'that guy is everywhere,' and you'd be right. Larry starred in the sketch comedy show, Blue Collar TV, he's responsible for two hit concert films, a best-selling book (Git-R-Done), two chart topping comedy albums and a multi-platinum DVD special. With that track record of retail success, it's a safe bet that Health Inspector will be flying off the shelves.

Fix-the-Joke, Zany
The Zany Report is back and only the approaching NFL Season could possibly compare to the excitement it brings. Bob Zany, legendary comic and all around great guy, has confirmed that there's a chance this could be his greatest edition of the Zany Report ever! If it's anything like past reports, prepare to laugh, at least once. Plus, get ready for another exciting edition of "Fix-the-Joke Baby" which will most likely feature a joke from last week's Report.

Our favorite Survivor, Rupert Boneham, is living it up at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally at the Legendary Buffalo Chip all week long. Thanks to Zane, pictured above with Rupert, for the photo.

Around the Corner Comedy
Eric Hunter knew he wanted to be a standup comedian since he got his first laughs at a family reunion at the age of six. Since then he’s added a few more jokes to the act and taken them on the road to venues everywhere. A funny and clean performer, Hunter jokes sarcastically about various topics, including his friends, his Irish Catholic family, sports and the wonderful world of relationships. This will be Hunters first time on the show this year after his huge three appearance year last year. We guess that proves that Tim Bedore knows what he's talking about when he recommends a comedian.

FACTOID - Eric Hunter helped develop the very successful Carnival Comedy Challenge-a nationwide comedy talent search for Carnival Cruise Lines.

July 31 - Aug 4
Program Notes

"I feel like a dog listening to a card trick."
- Chick McGee while listening to Don McMillan's tech joke

"You know who likes to get fisted? Sock puppets."
- Daniel Tosh

" I wear black condoms because they're slimming."
- Daniel Tosh

"Nothing beats a good cookie."
- Kristi Lee

"I've been on drugs for a week, I don't know what real life is like right now."
- Kristi Lee

"Why did you look at me when you said 'premature'?"
- Chick McGee to Laura Steele

"Climbing around on the old fleshy playground."
- Bob Kevoian on having fun with a full-figured gal

" I never trust a hooker with fresh breath."
- "Larry King"

"The most ticklish people in the whole world are people walking down the street who you don't know."
- Mike Armstrong

"My body has no sexual meaning anymore, so if I can make people laugh with it, at least it's being used."
- Louis C. K.

"At least the US had an Exit Strategy for the World Cup."
- Bill Scheft on the US defeat in Soccer

"You couldn't look down on me anymore than you already do. You are so superior to me, it's breathtaking."
- Chick McGee to Tom

"I think the word you were looking for was 'perfect.'"
- Tommy Johnigan after Chick called him a 'freak.'

"The McRibb is the deadbeat dad of the fast food restaurant. It comes around every 6 months and you're supposed to be excited about it."
- John Garrett

"I know a lot of my comedian friends are a little 'kumbaya', but I would actually own a gun."
- Richard Jeni

"All of my home invasions are in the nude."
- Chick McGee

"I figured, women must like men's rear ends because it reminds them of a purse. It's got two sides, split in the middle and you keep your $&^# in it."
- Richard Jeni on things he doesn't un

"How come when you make suggestions they sound annoying and stupid, and when I do it they sound reasonable."
- Tom Griswold to Kristi while talking about grocery stores

"If Chick had a cologne, it would smell like mayonnaise."
- Tom Griswold

"It was a tough gig. They had to wake me up to fire me."
- Jim Gaffigan on his straight jobs before becoming a comedian

"I told people that I was from Indiana and they told me they didn't know they had such strong accents in Indy."
-Wolfgang Puck on his heavy German accent.

"How much money is Russia putting into this 'international' space station. I mean, it's like playing poker with your kids."
- Chick McGee to Dr. David Wolf

"Carrying around Vagisil is like having a I. V. for your genitals. You need that constant lube."
- Tom Griswold

"I would take it from you any way."
- A Caller asking Chick to sing 'Happy Birthday' to her

"I've been in a wreck in a parked car."
- Tom Griswold

" No, sweetheart, your nipples in the coffee."
- Bob Kevoian on being on a nude beach.

"How come it's always Jesus that people see in food. Why not your neighbor. Hey look, it's Ron!"
- Stan Stankos

"I'm fine boned with gazelle-like movements."
- Drew Hastings on his 'flitting' around

"My indian name is Running Tab."
-Mike Armstrong on his Indian heritage

" I asked my wife if she wanted to have a three-way. She said yes, but she wanted to know who the other two people would be."
- Geechy Guy

"I think you need to shut up now."
- Bob Kevoian to everyone

" I've done about 80 movies, although most of them starred Brian Bosworth. He couldn't stop Bo Jackson, but he can sure keep a buddy comedy from being funny."
- Tom Wilson

"I didn't know I was white trash until I met Tom."
- Kristi Lee

"Pete Rose, Jr. faces prison and house arrest for steroids distribution. By the way, he had only one request of the warden. He's asked to wear his dad's old number."
- "Larry King"

" Hot pockets come in packs of two so that there is one to eat and one to be in the freezer when you move."
- Jim Gaffigan