NOTE: Subscribers can download the DIY graphics, sales one sheets and audio clips on the Show Prep page here with their login or in the shared Dropbox folder.  

Tease: Coming up in ___________ minutes, the FBI’s dire new warning  

The FBI has warned that “armed protests” are being planned at all 50 state capitols as well as the US capitol during next Wednesday’s inauguration. They are also pursuing 150 suspects and the Capitol Police have opened internal inquiries into 10 to 15 officers over their behavior during last week’s riots. Hence why you shouldn’t take a selfie with someone actively breaking into the building you’re paid to secure. (Additional out) Which seems like six months ago.  

Tease: In ___­­­­___ minutes, Ben & Jerry’s new dog ice cream  

You’ll soon be able to reward your furry friend with some Ben & Jerry’s. The company is introduction a new line of ice cream products for dogs that comes in two flavors, pumpkin with cookies and peanut butter with pretzels. Both are specifically made with a sunflower base so they’re easier on dog’s stomachs. The new doggie desserts were inspired by two real dogs in the Ben & Jerry’s office. I think all our dogs deserve a treat for putting up with us during the pandemic. (Additional out) So now our dogs can put on their quarantine fifteen too.  

Tease: Coming up at ­­­­­­­­­­­­_____, big donors pull the plug  

More fallout from last week’s Capitol riots. Amazon, AT&T, Mastercard, Verizon and several other large companies have announced a suspension of political donations to members of Congress who voted against election certification. Over the weekend Marriott, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Commerce Bancshares did the same. Never a good idea to tick off the people who write the checks. (Additional Out) So if you see Ted Cruz flying in coach you’ll know why.  

Tease: In _____ minutes, when the WHO says we’ll hit herd immunity  

The World Health Organization has warned that herd immunity won’t happen in 2021. In the US more than 200,000 new Covid-19 cases have been reported every day for a week and the UK is entering the ‘worst point’ of the pandemic. The WHO’s warning means social distancing measure will likely need to stay in place “for the rest of the year.” Luckily, I’ve pretty much perfected the art of avoiding people at this point. (Additional out) So basically 2021 is the sequel of 2020 only with more political unrest and violence.  

Phone Topic/Web Poll: Sales of Crocs are through the roof! During the fourth quarter of 2020 Crocs sales increased about 55%. With many Americans staying home during the pandemic sales of the foam clog that many consider “ugly” are forecast to continue increasing in 2021. What do you think are Crocs ugly? Should people wear them outside the house?  

Contest Tease: Coming up at _____________, who has the second most of these? The correct answer wins ________.  

[Contest setup] Alabama crushed Ohio State last night 52 to 24 winning their 18th College Football National Championship. The Crimson Tide helped head coach Nick Saban get his seventh national title, more than any other coach in history. What coach did he just surpass who has six college football national championships?  

A: Bernie Bierman  

B: Paul “Bear” Bryant  

C: Woody Hayes  

Answer: B, Bear Bryant is now second on the all-time list with six national championships, all of which he won at Alabama. Because Alabama has been a college football powerhouse since Moses parted the red sea.  

[DIY Feature] Knockout Trivia Tuesday: I’ll ask a question on air, if you call in and correctly answer it you’ll have twenty seconds to answer three more questions to win ________. If no one gets it, we’ll move on to round 2.  

Round 1:  

General question: The oldest NFL QB to ever win the Super Bowl is Tom Brady, who was the second oldest? (Peyton Manning)  

Follow up questions:  

What famous wall fell on November 9, 1989? (The Berlin Wall)  

What controversial American talk show host was born in a London subway? (Jerry Springer)  

Who wrote the classic children’s tale Peter Pan? (E.B. White)  

Round 2:  

General question: What US state is home to the famous volcano, Mount Rainier? (Washington)  

Follow up questions:  

What was influential jazz artist Louis Armstrong’s primary musical instrument? (Trumpet)  

What cyclist was stripped of his seven Tour titles in 2012 after a doping scandal? (Lance Armstrong)  

What role have Sean Connery, Roger Moore, Pierce Brosnan, Daniel Craig and several more played? (James Bond)  

5 Things You Need to Know  

1) The FBI has warned that “armed protests” are being planned at all 50 state capitols as well as the US capitol during next Wednesday’s inauguration. They are also pursuing 150 suspects and the Capitol Police have opened internal inquiries into 10 to 15 officers over their behavior during last week’s riots. Hence why you shouldn’t take a selfie with someone actively breaking into the building you’re paid to secure.  

2) You’ll soon be able to reward your furry friend with some Ben & Jerry’s. The company is introduction a new line of ice cream products for dogs that comes in two flavors, pumpkin with cookies and peanut butter with pretzels. Both are specifically made with a sunflower base so they’re easier on dog’s stomachs. The new doggie desserts were inspired by two real dogs in the Ben & Jerry’s office. So now our dogs can put on their quarantine fifteen too.  

3) More fallout from last week’s Capitol riots. Amazon, AT&T, Mastercard, Verizon and several other large companies have announced a suspension of political donations to members of Congress who voted against election certification. Over the weekend Marriott, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Commerce Bancshares did the same. So, if you see Ted Cruz flying in coach  you’ll know why.  

4) The World Health Organization has warned that herd immunity won’t happen in 2021. In the US more than 200,000 new Covid-19 cases have been reported every day for a week and the UK is entering the ‘worst point’ of the pandemic. The WHO’s warning means social distancing measure will likely need to stay in place “for the rest of the year.” Luckily, I’ve pretty much perfected the art of avoiding people at this point.  

5) Alabama crushed Ohio State last night 52 to 24 winning their 18th College Football National Championship. The Crimson Tide helped head coach Nick Saban get his seventh national title, more than any other coach in history. Paul “Bear” Bryant is now second on the all-time list with six national championships, all of which he won at Alabama. Because Alabama has been a college football powerhouse since Moses parted the red sea.  

Should You Wear Crocs Outside the House?  

Sales of Crocs are through the roof! During the fourth quarter of 2020 Crocs sales increased about 55%. With Americans staying home during the pandemic sales of the foam clog that many consider “ugly” are forecast to continue increasing in 2021. What do you think are Crocs ugly? Should people wear them outside the house? We posed those questions to our  _________ listeners, click below to hear their responses, take the web poll below to weigh in, then listen tomorrow at _______ to hear the results.  

(Upload audio from your best calls)  

(Web poll)  

Are Crocs ugly?  

Yes  

No  

Should you wear Crocs outside the house?  

Yes  

No