Episode 20, released December 2, 2016, closes out Season 1, and it is a warm, reflective sendoff. After twenty episodes in a single year, Bobby and Jason look back at how a couple of old friends turned decades of hanging out into a real show, and forward to what comes next.
There is holiday nostalgia, a round of the fan-favorite song game dedicated to the artists the world lost in 2016, a very silly history bit, and a genuinely moving thank-you to everyone who came along for the ride. It is the perfect place to finish the first season, or to see where it all landed.
What you’ll hear in this episode
- The origin story, from the first meal-meeting in Downtown Summerlin to hitting record. [01:30]
- Holiday nostalgia, including Bobby’s controversial take on the Last Christmas song. [06:31]
- A song-game round for the music legends lost in 2016, from David Bowie to Glenn Frey’s The Heat Is On. [16:00]
- A gloriously silly “Wikipedia of the 1700s” bit, with Bobby playing the town crier. [11:30]
- A look back at Season 1’s biggest moments: the Diane Franklin and William Katt interviews and the all-time douchebags. [25:03]
- Remembering Prince, a warm thank-you to the listeners, and a tease of Season 2. [30:00]
Underneath the jokes, the finale is really about a friendship, and Bobby says it as plainly as it can be said:
“There’s not a part of my history growing up in the formative years that doesn’t have you in it.”
Bobby, [34:32]
Jason gets at the same feeling from the other side, on what it has meant to do this together:
“It’s just amazing how just all the years just melt away.”
Jason, [25:35]
Original 2016 show notes
Nostalgic 80’s Memories as the season comes to a close.
Bobby and Jason bring the discussion around to the holiday season. Their recollections of the ups and downs and funny things they’ve discovered in the first year of their “garage podcast”.
Jason drags Bobby along for a ride to the 1700’s and has a response to all the people that thing he’s a “Wikipedia Reader Hater”. Needless to say the guys aren’t good at just reading Wikipedia articles.
Bobby puts a fine picture of chasing Harley around the house while covered in toilet paper.
80s Song Game with celebrities we’ve lost in the past year.
Marlon brings some “Prince TMZ” as well as what the holidays mean to him.
Old Pugs, Last Christmas, Dreams that Die (for the time being) and Big Plans!
The guys send much love, health and happiness to all their listeners and their loved ones for the holiday season and new year!
Remember…If you’re gonna do it…do it RIGHT with Bobby and Jason!
Enjoy!
FAQ
What is Episode 20 about?
It is the Season 1 finale: Bobby and Jason share the show’s origin story, holiday nostalgia, a song game for the artists lost in 2016, a look back at the year’s highlights, and a thank-you to the listeners.
When did Episode 20 air?
It was released December 2, 2016, closing out Season 1.
Did the podcast continue after Season 1?
Yes. The guys returned for Season 2 in 2022, picking the show back up after a hiatus.
Where can I listen?
Play it right here on the episode page, or find Bobby and Jason’s Awesome 80s Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and Amazon Music.
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