This is a small taste of the show overall, the bits and bobs that I found interesting and funny, insightful and relevant. To hear everything that happened, check out the podcast version of the show. If you want a quick read along with random self inserts and my personal thoughts, you've come to the right place.
Call in Point:
(This is the broadstroke canvas on which I base my call, obviously these notes are going to be longer and more detailed.)
Normally, discussing a job is not the most ideal thing to discuss this early in the morning but Angi is going to do it anyway. This came after a new study showcased that 1 in 4 Americans are working in their dream job. It should be noted though that 26% of people polled also said that they are not currently doing their dream job. So that was the question Angi rolled out, are you currently working in your dream job or did you have a dream job that you desire(d) that never panned out? This could go plenty of different ways so there is a lot to work with here. Before Abe could derail her point with his brand of nonsense, Angi was first out to say that she is doing her dream job, sitting here on the radio with her very own show. Her fantasy jobs though are a bit closer to what Abe (and anyone that listens and vaguely knows her) would assume which is either being onSNLor laying on the couch and drinking wine while watchingPawn Starsall day (ironically, she's still doing one of these and not getting paid.) Abe's dream job involved him being with Rudy...er being like Rudy, he had wanted to play for Notre Dame. See, he only played freshman year of football though and that was done. Then he moved on to wanting to be a WWE wrestler but you know, that also went nowhere. The thing for Abe is morning radio (and I'm assuming radio in general) is fine but he would like being WWE champion much better. Turning to the roadies, Scott called in to discuss his job about being a union stagehand and that it really is his dream job. He gets to set up events (concerts, wrestling) and of course, we turned back to Abe's dream. You see, in Abe's dream Scott could be handling him...since Abe would be WWE Champion, Mr. Roman Kanan over here. Then Abe went down a cringe road, asking Scott how much he makes. Angi was appalled but Abe was insistent on discovering. Turns out Scott makes a pretty nice living. Roadie Rob is a truck driver but that was not what he planned on. After an ITTech stint, he had wanted to go into heating and cooling but alas. Another roadie named Scott called in to discuss being a high school English teacher (ironically, my original idea of a dream job) and it was his dream job. Somehow, things went real gay with Abe, talking about Scott's hotness, hot teachers and Saved by the Bell. When we came back to reality, Abe explained that he would be a teacher as well in street math. Angi summed it up perfectly by pointing out that Abe is essentially Rain Man (consider it, you'll see it.) As for me, as I said I had wanted to be a high school English teacher for a time but I settled into the idea of being a writer as something I would end up doing. Look at me now, writing these notes every morning, doing the best radio show in the city, clearly I've got my dream job (though I wish they would pay me in meatballs.)
All the Rest:
As we somehow come upon it each week, a new way that Abe will probably end up dying was discussed this morning. This decadent death premonition comes courtesy of the Food Network, which currently has one of their (disgusting sounding) recipes going viral right now. The dish is a combination of popcorn, mayo and vegetables and is called Popcorn Salad. Apparently this is something people in the Midwest eat (which would explain a lot.) A further breakdown of this vomit inducing treat would be this: popcorn, white cheddar seasoning, mayo, sour cream, shallots, snap peas, shredded carrot, celery, and watercress (and a few other add ins.) Abe was living for this and said it sounded delicious. Angi, being the only rational person on the show, said this sounds beyond disgusting. While describing and discussing it, Abe continued to make noise that the toilet will once you try to ingest this monstrosity. Unfortunately for Abe, most people who have commented on this satan blessed mess said they would not make or eat this gross dish. Abe said he would definitely eat it but would not make it. Abe then broke the cardinal rule of favor requests, asking Angi to make it for him. Of course, she went off on a tangent (as we know she's prone to doing) and complained about how he wants her in the kitchen barefoot and pregnant. Angi then suggested that Abe's mom, Head Roadie Nadine should make it for him. Again, the talk of being pregnant and in the kitchen came up once more but this time it was for Nadine. Abe explained that she's like 60 so that's not happening but Angi thought her being pregnant would be adorable. Abe, in turn, suggested that Angi's mom should be pregnant and in the kitchen. Angi dismissed that immediately indicating that her track record as it was already a mess. I have an idea, why do we have that hot piece of Minnesota cougar Barb go toss this salad for Abe and then he can toss his own eating this disgusting trash.
Let's talk about baldness which is normally something dudes don't want to discuss but finally, there is some good news. Before unveiling the good news, Angi asked Abe how he would feel if he knew he was going bald? He wasn't thrilled by the idea but he would have to deal. He did wonder why more guys don't bother getting their hair restored, since this is something that's big nowadays and works well enough. For example, Brian Urlacher, he should be the literal poster boy for hair restoration. The thing is he didn't even look that bad bald. It actually suited him unlike Ryan Samberg, who looked ridiculous. If you're going bald, you should just be bald. Angi said that trying to cover it or hide it just looks stupid. Anyway, the good news for those who are bald, half of women think that bald men are sexy. For example, Jay the Straight is bald but had hair (albeit thinning) when Angi had met him. He embraced his baldness and Angi honestly thinks he looks better without the hair. Sure, when he had hair he had that Italian guido swag but once it went, he looked damn good (I'll attest, Jay the Straight is definitely a good looking man.) Of course, this was actually a trap topic by Angi because the reality was she wanted to complain (big shock.) Men get to have baldness and be sexy, they get to have dad bod and be delicious but meanwhile, Angi gets one gray hair and that's it. Women are open minded and embrace non excellence and base their feelings of sexy on their own individual preferences. Guys on the other hand, they want women tight, right, having no grays and they are not allowed to age. Angi said that men should be more accepting and ironically, Abe thinks that women should be less accepting. Angi is all for baldie love, in fact when she sees one, she wants to run over and touch it. She also can't help herself in her desire to touch pregnant women's stomachs, blaming it on her motherly instinct and not her desire for stem cells. Abe does not possess such a desire, partially because he's not a woman ... duh.
Finally, 83% of parents surveyed feel like schools should be teaching more life skills to their kids. Being a parent, Angi completely agrees with this. Things that should probably be taught include money things, finances, investing and maybe even tipping. Angi brought this up because she was curious about things that should be taught in schools, at least according to the roadies. For example, Angi had home economics and wood/metal shop. Abe had nothing. Angi said she wishes they told you the steps needed to take to buy a house, how to create and curate a resume, how to do an interview, how to properly apply for a job. Abe said that people should be taught how to change a tire (which he's a master at) and how to change the oil in a car. He essentially wanted all car related stuff. Angi explained that she learned all these things when she was in school. Once again, at his school, he learned nothing. Dipping in again, Abe said that kids should be taught to be "MMA fighters." Angi, probably rolling her eyes, offered up self defense. Angi said that coping skills and mental health should be taught in school and I will back that 100%. I wonder if proper mental health had been pushed in my school, if I would be the mess of a writer I am today. Turning to the roadies, coding was mentioned and Angi mentioned that she took typing but nothing stuck. Abe yet again mentioned that he learned nothing. Sidenote, my typing teacher freshman year taught me basically nothing and eventually would end up being murdered by a hooker off Backpage and that's why the site doesn't exist anymore. Joe suggested resume building, networking, wood and shop class as needed. Jay said that automotive repair would be great. For a final time, Abe emphasised that he literally learned nothing in school. Chewy said that how to build credit, manage credit and buying power are essentials to learn. Abe and Angi both pointed out why this should be the most important learning tool. You see, Angi ruined her credit at 16 and Abe ruined his at 18, when he went to Vegas and blew through $10,000.
Request Wars:
Current Champion: Shannon
Challenger Song Choice: "Fall to Pieces"
Champion Song Choice: "Fame"
Observation: These bitches were brutal and were out for blood, which is what we want and need. That said, the smack was a little weak on both ends and if I had to pick, I'd go with Shannon because hers was a bit stronger (plus Bowie, though I love "Fall to Pieces.")
Winner: Monique
The 8:30 Call Out:
Angi called out the pit bull racist on her street that mistreats her dog.
Abe called out the guy at Dunkin' this morning who ordered 7 bags of food and drinks and then dilly dallied.
Cory called out the lady he held the door open for at Mcdonald's and didn't say thank you.
Ryan called out his brother for buying Guns N' Roses tickets for them and he wants to take his girlfriend now instead.
10 o' Clock Toast:
Abe's unborn child that will never exist. Mainly because Abe doesn't know where babies come from.
Show Quotes and Tidbits:
Quote: "I haven't seen anything good on network TV in a long time." - Angi
Quote: "When I win in garbage ways, it's the best." - Abe
Quote: "Why are you so obsessed with old men banging, that's so weird." - Angi
Quote: She's (her pitbull) like Arby's, she's got all the meat down there." - Angi
Quote: "I had jaundice when I was born, they had to set me on fire." - Abe
Sus Quote: "I can tell that Scott's the hot guy....he was hot, long hair, he was a hot man." - Abe
Sus Quote: "If you wanna see David Bowie's junk on full display, go watch the Goblin King (in Labyrinth.)" - Abe