B&T Extra: Ace shaves his beard,& Listener Letters

The BOB & TOM Show Free Podcast18mApril 2, 2026

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In this episode of The Bob & Tom Show Extra, the hosts dive into a lighthearted and humorous segment following Ace's decision to shave off his beard, sparking playful banter about his appearance and aging. The conversation shifts to listener letters, beginning with a story about a man at Costco who creatively combines a hot dog and pizza into a single meal, sparking amusement and discussion about food hacks and the allure of free samples at grocery stores. Other letters explore quirky anecdotes, including a man who accidentally insulted a bald man in a store, a listener who discovered a strange radio reception using his tongue as an antenna, and a nostalgic tale about a mother who used numbered and unmarked gift bags to prevent sibling fights. The episode closes with a playful riff on Mexican food culture, imagining a midget with a queso-filled sombrero, and a tribute to Chipotle’s iced tea as a redeeming culinary experience. The tone remains consistently upbeat, irreverent, and full of absurd humor.

Key Takeaways
1

Shaving a beard can dramatically change your appearance and perception, even if it's just for a laugh.

2

Free food samples at stores like Costco and Target are strategic marketing tools that encourage impulse buying.

3

People often misidentify others in public—especially when distracted or in a hurry—leading to awkward moments.

4

Older radio technology allowed for powerful signals that could be picked up through metal fences or even human bodies.

5

Creative food combinations (like pizza-wrapped hot dogs) are trending on social media, even if they’re not healthy.

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Chapters
0:00
1 min

Sponsor: MedianPlanet App

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0:30
0 min

Welcome to Bob & Tom Extra

Christopher introduces the extra episode, highlighting Ace’s beard shave and upcoming listener letters.

0:54
1 min

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1:49
1 min

Sponsor: Bob & Tom Toys – Electrical Socket Susie

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2:33
1 min

Ace Shaves His Beard

I'm in mourning. Oh, what are you mourning? Our best player got treated.

Highlight
High-Impact Quotes
If I took it out of my mouth and under my tongue, the radio stopped. If I put it back under, the radio began again.
Listener (Alex)9:11
Viral: 90.0
Could we hire a midget to walk around with a sombrero? He can walk up and people can dip their guac into his hat.
Bob13:32
Viral: 85.0
That is a fat thing to do. A hot dog wrapped in pizza at Costco.
Bob6:06
Viral: 80.0
Speakers

Hosts

BobTom

Guest

Christopher
Topics Discussed
Beard Shaving and Appearance85%Costco Food Hacks and Eating Trends80%Listener Anecdotes and Mistaken Identity80%Absurd Humor and Satirical Ideas75%Radio Technology and Signal Reception75%Family Traditions and Gift-Giving70%Nostalgic 80s Music and Culture65%Public Art and Lifelike Statues60%
People & Brands

Bob

person

25xPositive

Tom

person

23xPositive

Ace

person

12xNeutral

Bob and Tom Toys

brand

6xPositive

Costco

brand

6xNeutral

Electrical Socket Susie

product

5xPositive

Christopher

person

4xNeutral

Chipotle

brand

3xPositive

Target

brand

2xNeutral

MedianPlanet App

product

2xNeutral

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