Joey and Nancy on WIVK

Joey explains why he was acting a little weird on yesterday's show, and talks about how the boss woke him from a nap. The Stagecoach lineup is stacked, but Joey and Nancy aren't sure they're built for three days of festival living. New details in Hayden Panettiere's death lead to a discussion about fentanyl and how dangerous counterfeit pills can be. HOT TEAAAA: A possible secret Dolly Parton album, Jelly Roll listening for God's next move, and a getaway vehicle with a "FAT GIRLS" sticker make up Hot Tea. Nancy's dad talks his way into a bigger discount at Lowe's, and listeners share the places they've successfully haggled. Today's Nerd News covers a foldable iPhone, scary AI predictions, and people trying to create glow-in-the-dark pets and unicorns. Lucky 7 comes down to a Greek mythology question for the win. Joey's wife finds a hair in her salad, sparking a debate about when it's okay to complain at a restaurant. Listeners share some of East Tennessee's funniest town nicknames for their residents...ie "Clintonians" in Clinton... "Karnies" in Karns A husband calls Group Therapy after telling his wife her $300 anniversary sheets weren't worth it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey admitted he accidentally mixed medications again and warned everyone that if he said anything weird on the show, he was blaming the medicine.  Nancy shared that her family has moved into their son's room during their home renovation. The move uncovered a stockpile of hidden snacks, drinks, and food stashed all over Ben's room.  The show talked about drive-thru accuracy, with Chick-fil-A ranking near the top and Taco Bell near the bottom. Joey also shared a story about a Sonic employee offering to "smell" drinks to figure out which one was diet.  Monday Morning Wake-Up Call with 9-year-old Carter  Joey realized he's a little codependent after getting excited about introducing his kids to Cocoa Wheats, only to have one son change his mind about liking it the very next day.  Hot Tea: Nashville's airport is moving closer to being renamed after Dolly Parton. Judge Judy is retiring from her courtroom show. Officials say the nationwide Cyclospora lettuce outbreak is finally over.  The Tennessee Valley Fair inspired another round of "Wheel of Fair Workers," with Joey and Nancy pretending to be turkey leg salespeople, pig race announcers, funhouse workers, and demolition derby hosts.  Fat Bear Week is almost here, leading listeners to share names for neighborhood animals, including George Clooney the raccoon, Chonky the groundhog, and Martin the mallard.  Lucky 7 for $50 to the Diner at Twisters.  Joey spent part of the morning doing an over-the-top Garth Brooks impression while reading tour quotes and imagining how Garth would announce a Knoxville concert.  Nancy completed her barrel racing redemption at the rodeo, ran the correct pattern, avoided knocking over barrels, and got emotional seeing how proud her family was afterward. Karly admitted she hates rodeos, especially the calf roping events, while Joey's boys were mostly entertained by watching the animals.  The show wrapped up talking about the demolished O'Charley's in Turkey Creek and how much that area of Knoxville continues to change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey, Nancy, and Karly spent much of the show reflecting on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, sharing where they were that day and talking about how younger generations understand the attacks differently. Joey also shared how his sons had questions about the World Trade Center and even thought 911 came from September 11.Kristi, an EMT who worked at Ground Zero, shared her powerful story of helping first responders after 9/11, meeting her future husband, an FDNY firefighter who survived the towers' collapse, and discussed the lasting health and PTSD struggles many responders still face.Hot Tea: Taylor Swift earned a CMA Single of the Year nomination and confirmed she'll attend the awards. Ella Langley leads the nominations with nine, while some fans are upset Morgan Wallen was largely left out. Stella Lefty is facing accusations that several songs on her album sound too similar to other artists' work, including one song that resulted in Noah Kahan receiving writing credit. Florida Georgia Line appears headed for a reunion after a Stagecoach 2027 teaser hinted that Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard are officially getting the band back together.Nancy survived her concession stand volunteer shift after accidentally forgetting to charge a coach for a $2 hot dog. She spent the whole game worrying she'd be accused of stealing until a $2 tip balanced everything out.Mike Keith previewed Tennessee's game against Georgia Tech, then bravely participated in "Mike Keith Karaoke" by dramatically reading the lyrics to "She Thinks My Tractor's Sexy."Lucky 7 for tickets to DollywoodLee Greenwood joined the show to talk about "God Bless the USA," its connection to 9/11, and the emotional performance he gave at Yankee Stadium shortly after the attacks.Nancy is back in the CASA Rodeo barrel-racing competition tonight and admitted she's more nervous about Joey and the WIVK crowd watching than the actual ride.Kent Stevens joined the show to share what it was like living in New York City on 9/11. He witnessed the second plane hit, lost friends in the attacks, and opened up about the PTSD and alcoholism he battled in the years that followed.Brian Rice gave Tennessee a four-out-of-five rating on the Smoky Dog Scale heading into tomorrow night's game against Georgia Tech and said Vol fans are expected to make a strong showing in Atlanta.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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All O'Charley's restaurants closed yesterday, so Karly went to eat there one last time.  10 words that Americans can't spell Hot Tea: Dolly Parton did not want people to know she was sick because she didn't want people to worry. Morgan Wallen revealed that he would not release some of the songs on his first album if he had the option now. A former AI company worker claims that AI will kill us in the next decade.  What jobs would you think Joey and Nancy had if you didn't know them? Nancy had a dream she was dating Cody Johnson Lucky 7 for Dollywood tickets Joey's anxiety is triggered by grocery lists Hacks to keep your house and car cool Group Therapy: My husband won't share his passwords with meSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nancy finally bought a car seat for her grandson for her car! Have you heard of a "choppleganger?" Joey keeps trolling his kids during school pickup Changing kid's names... What names would not fit Joey and Nancy? Hot Tea: Nashville is working on changing the airport to be named after Dolly Parton. Football drama with Michigan. Lainey Wilson is trying to get her "booty back." Joey keeps going to the carwash just to get free snacks A woman woke up in her own coffin after being mistakenly declared dead Lucky 7 for Dollywood tickets Nancy saw adults smoking in their car with the windows rolled up... with a baby in the back seat. Should she have said something? What Makes You Special? I'm a Mortician!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey doesn't wash his jeans very often A woman gave birth to identical triplets Nancy bought a month-long pill container for her medicines Hobbies that should be immediate red flags Joey really wants a guinea pig Weird things people have seen at weddings Buddhist monks were arrested for smuggling drugs As Seen on TikTok - What is this country artist singing about? Lucky 7 for tickets to Dollywood Nancy gives insights into elderly dating Nancy got super stressed while looking for a new camper Is congratulating someone on their weight loss backhanded? A man stole hamsters and put them in his pants Karly tested Joey and Nancy on 90s toy commercials See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey and Nancy kicked off the Friday before Tennessee football season with plenty of Vols talk, including visits from Mike Keith and Brian Rice, plus chances to win Tennessee football tickets, Tucker Wetmore tickets, and rodeo passes.  Nancy shared the latest update on her massive raised-bed garden project, which already includes $600 worth of garden beds, 7,000 pounds of rock, and plans for tomatoes, potatoes, onions, carrots, corn, beans, zucchini, and okra. Joey joked she’s building her own mini Biltmore.  A young listener named Ryker won Tucker Wetmore tickets after being the first caller to hear the “Tuck, Tuck, Goose” sound effect.  Nancy vented about a funeral she recently attended after a man who never met her uncle delivered a 45-minute eulogy full of incorrect details. That led to Nancy outlining her own funeral wishes, including bright pink clothing, a short service, cremation mixed with pink glitter, and speeches only from people who actually knew her.  The show welcomed Yoshi from Tokyo, Japan, owner of the Good Ol’ Tennessee Bar and president of the Tokyo UT Alumni chapter. Yoshi traveled to Knoxville for the Furman game and fulfilled a lifelong broadcasting dream by helping host Lucky 7.  Hot Tea: More than 20 farms across North America created Dolly Parton-themed corn mazes celebrating the Imagination Library. Alan Jackson’s final Nashville concert reportedly became the highest-grossing single concert ever with more than $30 million in revenue. A DoorDash driver in Houston was fired after allegedly delivering food completely naked.  Rocky Top Roulette gave away Tennessee football tickets by having callers eliminate one another until Lacey was the last fan standing and won tickets to the Vols’ opener against Furman.  Lucky 7 featured Yoshi reading the questions for $50 to Farmacy  Joey was shocked when his Paxlovid prescription showed a price of $1,850 before insurance dropped it to $0, which sparked a conversation about the wild cost of prescription medications. A pharmacist called in and said she's seen patients pay nearly that much for Paxlovid, while listeners shared stories of cancer drugs costing $800 a pill, Trulicity running $3,000 a month, and Skyrizi injections topping $22,000 each.  Mike Keith returned for “One Minute with Mike Keith” and revealed that the most trouble he ever got into came after a prank phone call in high school that unintentionally upset a woman who thought she had won nearly $1,000.  Nancy continued rallying support for her rodeo appearance at the CASA Rodeo and gave away seats in the “Nancy Nation” cheering section. Listeners competed with Nancy impressions, and the segment ended with a contest to do the best Nancy laugh.  During the Big Orange Breakdown, Brian Rice previewed Tennessee’s opener against Furman, explained the return to Adidas uniforms, shared tips for surviving the heat at Neyland Stadium, and predicted a five-out-of-five Smokey Dog chance of a Vols victorySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey shared an epiphany after visiting the new Kenjo on Northshore. He decided almost anything feels better when it's brand new, whether it's a gas station, hotel, or restaurant.  A listener won Tucker Wetmore tickets during a new game called "Tuck Tuck Goose" by calling in after hearing a goose honk on the air.  Joey's son asked what a redneck is after hearing Jeff Foxworthy. Joey eventually used Karly's dad as the perfect example, which Nancy agreed was pretty accurate.  Hot Tea: A fan was upset after Tim McGraw's team reposted her video without credit, Tiger Woods can still drive a golf cart despite a driving ban, and Pabst Blue Ribbon is offering a reward after two truckloads of beer were stolen.  Nancy almost put her foot in her mouth while buying 22 railroad ties. She assumed a store manager was about to question her equipment, but he was actually trying to warn her the ties were in bad shape. Listeners shared things customers do that drive them crazy, including people calling to schedule appointments without checking their calendars, blaming hotels for bad weather, and asking UPS drivers what's inside their packages.  Lucky 7 for $50 to Farmacy  Joey and Nancy listened to country artists' laughs and tried to guess who the laughs belonged to.  The Casa Rodeo contest continued with listeners doing Nancy impressions for tickets. Cole won by simply laughing.  One of the most touching moments of the show came when 14-year-old Jameson called to thank his mom, Denise, for everything she's done while she battles serious heart problems. Joey and Nancy prayed for her and the family.  The show also talked about the extreme heat, how schools and sports teams are adjusting activities, and the growing effort to rename Nashville International Airport after Dolly Parton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Joey came back after testing positive for COVID and shared the evolution of his voice over the past few days. Karly had him say “That’s how it feels to drive a Ford F-150.”  The show celebrated another CMA Radio Personality of the Year nomination. Joey was excited to tell his wife himself, but his twin brother Jesse accidentally spoiled the news first by texting the family group chat.  Joey revealed several Tucker Wetmore contest names that never made the air, including “Luck of the Tuck,” “Tuck and Roll,” and a Mother Tucker-themed idea. The winner was the very simple game “Tuck Tuck Goose,” where listeners had to call after hearing a goose sound effect.  A caller named Ken won Tucker Wetmore tickets, Tennessee Valley Fair admission, and free parking after being the first person to call during Tuck Tuck Goose.  Joey bragged on his son for earning a school award after publicly thanking his teacher for helping students become better writers.   Hot Tea: Fans accused Chris Young of being drunk during a recent performance, but Nancy thought it sounded more like a technical issue with his in-ear monitors. Bad Wolves guitarist Doc Coyle quit the band over the release of a Dolly Parton-approved version of “Jolene.” Luke Bryan also fired back at online critics who mocked his songwriting.  Nancy talked about getting a second chance at barrel racing in the Casa Rodeo after taking heat from “mean horse girls” online last year. She shared some of the brutal comments she received and promised she’s been training for this year’s event.  The show highlighted several local tributes to Dolly Parton, including the upcoming Knoxville parade, Tennessee lawmakers pledging support for Imagination Library funding, UT’s helmet decal honoring Dolly, and plans for DollyFest celebrations.  Lucky 7 for $50 to Farmacy   Nancy shared an unbelievable family discovery from her uncle’s funeral. She learned the uncle had dated her mom before eventually marrying her aunt, creating what Joey jokingly called a family “love square.” The conversation turned into a wild round of listeners sharing surprising DNA tests and family secret revelations.  Jessica won tickets and a spot in Nancy’s VIP cheering section at the CASA Rodeo after being the only listener brave enough to attempt a Nancy impression.  What Makes You Special? I was on Fear Factor: House of Fear See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nancy got ripped off while paying a place to shred documents for her.  Watch out for AI note taking on video calls Nancy is weirded out by physical therapy Joey's identical twin got a DNA test done and sent Joey the results since they have the same DNA Hot Tea: DollyFest is coming to Nashville and London. Ella Langley's Choosin' Texas is only 2 weeks away from breaking the record of longest weeks at number one on Billboard charts. A man stole a car, tried to run from the cops, but ended up driving to the jail.  A lady accused Nancy of cheating her a dollar on a Facebook Marketplace purchase Is Gen Z the "Christopher Columbus" generation? They keep claiming to have discovered things that have been around for a while! Lucky 7 for $50 to Farmacy  Karly is watching Dirty Dancing for the first time. The show challenges each other to watch different movies.  What word did your kid say wrong that you had to translate? Group Therapy: My Coworker Won't Stop Talking Politics  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karly saw Steel Magnolias for the first time yesterday People are mad that you have to scan a QR code to get a drink at Steak N Shake  A mom discovered her kid's school planner was full of AI mistakes Joey ate at a potluck!! Hot Tea: Post Malone proposed to his girlfriend with a 20-karat diamond ring and a cow. Dolly was laid to rest beside her husband Carl Dean over the weekend, Abeer company is asking for help finding its stolen truck. Nancy has to work the concession stand for her son's football games, and it is way too complicated.  A lady on a cruise ship was caught scratching her foot fungus with a fork in the dining area.  Lucky 7 for $50 to Farmacy The show watched a viral clip of two Detroit TV anchors arguing off-camera and compared it to one of their own awkward radio moments. Joey brought up the time Nancy kept correcting him while he was trying to talk about the Budweiser Clydesdales.  Dramatic readings of country songs Nancy tested her husband's patience by organizing all of the nuts, bolts, and screws in his garage.  A Candy Land Cafe has popped up in San Deigo and Nancy and Karly want to go!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey and Nancy talked about how emotionally draining the week has been, with Nancy admitting she took a two-hour nap and nearly missed school pickup.  Joey is second-guessing a church hike in the Smokies after learning someone recently saw a black bear just 15 feet away on the trail.   Karly was disappointed she slept through a lunar eclipse after turning off her alarm and ignoring her mom’s attempts to wake her up.  The show joked about pumpkin spice latte season arriving in August, while also talking about trendy drinks like matcha, chai, and hazelnut lattes.  Joey and Nancy were amazed by the long list of projects Dolly Parton was still working on, including her Broadway musical, Songteller Hotel, coffee line, dolls, documentaries, and several TV projects.  A discussion about a Georgia man finding $30 at Walmart turned into a debate about whether keeping money found on the ground counts as stealing.  Hot Tea: CNN accidentally used a photo of a Dolly impersonator during coverage of Dolly’s death. Tropical Storm Dolly is forming in the Atlantic, and its name is a total coincidence to Dolly's passing. A man was arrested after parking a truck carrying a 10-foot guillotine near the U.S. Capitol.  Joey realized his son wasn’t embarrassed by a goodbye hug. He was embarrassed because Joey had made him sit through a public heart-to-heart conversation outside school first. The principal at Joey’s son’s school called in to support dads openly telling their kids they love them.  The show highlighted Dolly tributes happening across the country. Regal Cinemas is showing Dolly classics as a fundraiser for the Imagination Library.   Lucky 7 for $50to the Copper Cellar Family of Restaurants   Nancy got a massage and accidentally drooled on her masseuse’s bare big toe.   The most touching moment came from a tribute by Dolly’s sister Stella, who shared that she and Dolly had coffee together by phone every Tuesday morning and that Dolly was willing to try experimental treatments if they could help others in the future.  Comedian Trish Suhr joined the show to promote her Sunday night Bijou Theatre appearance and talked about returning home to East Tennessee and her friendship with Leanne Morgan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey and Nancy talked about how hard Dolly Parton’s passing still feels because she was so active and present right up until the end. Nancy had a funny dream last night where Papa Joe used his one question with Dolly to ask if she’d ever used a pink porta potty.  Joey shared a school project where his younger son said his favorite body part was his legs because they help him run fast and remind him of his dad.  Hot Tea: Leanne Morgan appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live and talked about raising her kids at Dollywood and Dolly’s impact on East Tennessee. The unreleased Dolly song stored in a DreamMore time capsule will remain sealed until 2045. Hersheypark apologized after a social media comment comparing itself to Dollywood upset fans.  Joey admitted he got emotional after taking his almost-13-year-old son to school and realizing middle schoolers aren’t exactly big on hugs anymore.  The show highlighted Dolly’s generosity, including the Buddy Program that boosted Sevier County graduation rates, Dollywood’s education benefits, and the hundreds of millions of books distributed through Imagination Library.  Lucky 7 was all Dolly trivia for $50 to the Copper Cellar Family of Restaurants  Joey and Nancy spent part of the morning laughing through some of Dolly’s funniest interview clips, including stories about losing a Dolly look-alike contest to drag queens and her legendary one-liners.  Nancy shared a church story about a woman who first thought she was her grandson’s mother, then quickly changed her opinion and decided Nancy was too old to be having a baby.  The show wrapped up by talking about efforts to honor Dolly’s legacy, including a proposed Dolly Parton Day in Tennessee, renaming Nashville’s airport after her, and other ideas to keep her memory alive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WIVK spent the entire morning paying tribute to Dolly Parton following news of her death at age 80. WIVK temporarily became “107.7 Dolly,” with nothing but Dolly music, stories, memories, and special guests all morning long.  The show reflected on how quickly the news spread, from a text message asking, “Did Dolly die?” to confirmation from an announcement posted by her nephew.  Listeners shared local tributes happening across East Tennessee, including students wearing Dolly-themed clothing and pink and purple, flowers being left at the Dolly mural in downtown Knoxville, and calls for Dolly decals on Tennessee football helmets this season.  Peggy from WIVK, one of the station’s biggest Dolly fans, joined the show to talk about her lifelong love of Dolly, her Dolly butterfly tattoo, and the many times she saw her in person. Peggy said she was heartbroken but comforted knowing Dolly was reunited with her husband and family.  The show replayed a memorable interview Joey had with Dolly during a Dollywood opening day event. Dolly talked about honoring her parents and said she hoped she had brought honor to their name through her work.  Former WIVK executive and Knox County Criminal Court Clerk Mike Hammond shared stories about Dolly dating WIVK legend Bobby  Denton, recording her first music connections through the station, and attending the station’s 50th anniversary celebration alongside country music’s biggest stars.  A caller named Autumn shared a childhood memory of visiting Cas Walker while her aunt cared for him. She recalled Walker mistaking her for Dolly and calling out for her to sing.  Beth Haynes joined the show and shared some of her favorite moments interviewing Dolly over the years. She talked about Dolly’s humor, her ability to make everyone feel special, and even told a story about borrowing one of Dolly's dresses and using twelve rolls of toilet paper to recreate her look.  The show highlighted tributes pouring in from around the world, including comments from presidents, musicians, athletes, and celebrities. Jelly Roll called Dolly “the last American everyone loved,” while Peyton Manning and others shared emotional messages.  Andy and Alison reunited on WIVK nearly ten years after leaving the station. They remembered surprise Dolly visits to the studio, shared stories about how she treated everyone like family, and reflected on how special East Tennessee listeners were during their time on the air.  Listener Darlene shared an emotional story about meeting Dolly at DreamMore Resort before losing her home in the Gatlinburg wildfires. Dolly personally helped wildfire victims, eventually giving Darlene’s family $10,000 and hand-delivering one of the checks herself.  Joey and Nancy played historic clips of young Dolly on WIVK and the Cas Walker Show, including recordings from the 1950s and 1960s. They also replayed a special message Dolly recorded for WIVK’s 70th anniversary.  Emily Ann Roberts talked about learning of Dolly’s death while preparing for a trip. She shared advice Dolly personally gave her during her time on The Voice about handling homesickness by playing the songs she grew up singing in East Tennessee.  A caller named Kay shared a remarkable story about writing Dolly a letter before her 60th birthday. After reading it, Dolly personally called her, leaving a voicemail that Kay listened to repeatedly after hearing the news.  Singer Belles joined the show to talk about recording “Son of Jolene” with Dolly. She recalled getting the life-changing call that Dolly wanted to collaborate on the song and described meeting her as one of the best days of her life.  The show played audio from Dolly’s family members discussing holiday traditions, including Cookie Christmas gatherings, decorating cookies at Dolly’s house, and spending family time together at DreamMore Resort.  Before signing off, the show aired a 1961 recording of 15-year-old Dolly singing on WIVK and shared a message from Dollywood President Eugene Naughton, who reminded everyone that Dolly’s spirit and legacy would live on through Dollywood and the people she inspired. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Should Nancy get cattle? Jason Aldean wants to get rid of social media.  Joey doesn't like telling people where he works.  Someone is trying to make a full list of stores that have ever been at West Town Mall.  Nancy's kids have been arguing about her daughter moving. Joey, Nancy, and Karly role play their text conversation.  Joey gets overwhelmed in Kohl's.  If you could only listen to one type of music for a year, what would you choose from these options? Lucky 7 for $50 to Copper Cellar Joey was embarrassed at grocery store story after his son loudly referred to a giant bottle of dish soap as "thickums" at the same moment a larger woman walked by.   Gross things people have seen at restaurants Group Therapy: My kids' stepmom wants to be called "mom"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The dating app Bumble is changing their rules. Joey organized all the charger cables in his house.  More people are getting scammed into thinking they are dating celebrities.  Nancy is worried about swallowing spiders in her sleep.  Karly got another mystery Amazon package. Weird things left in Ubers. Old Pizza Huts are coming back! What old restaurant do you miss? Joey negotiated and got a deal on new tires.  Lucky 7 for $50 to Copper Cellar As Seen on TikTok! A woman held a harmonica in her mouth while getting a Brazilian wax. We try to make Nancy laugh while holing a harmonica in her mouth. Karly made men on Facebook mad while talking about her Hinge "icks." Waffle House gave Joey used Butter. New invention-- toilet shoes! Where would you trespass if you knew you wouldn't get in trouble?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karly recapped her first-ever middle school football game experience, complete with a giant touchdown air horn, a surprise “fifth quarter,” and some awkward postgame waiting around.  Hot Tea: Hayden Panettiere said Neutrogena dropped her after she spoke publicly about postpartum depression, and the company has since apologized. Kane Brown FaceTimed his wife Katelyn from the stage during a concert while she was home with the flu. A Texas couple who met at Buc-ee’s is hoping Buc-ee Beaver will make an appearance at their wedding.  Joey opened up about his weight-loss journey, saying he’s lost around 30 pounds but keeps derailing his progress on weekends by rewarding himself with pizza, desserts, and other treats. Listeners weighed in, and caller Sharon ended up giving him a mix of tough love and encouragement after being recruited to “scare him straight.”  The show spent some time discussing Flock license plate reader cameras, which have become a hot topic in East Tennessee. Joey and Nancy talked through the privacy concerns while also noting recent local examples where the cameras helped locate a missing teen and assisted law enforcement investigations.  Lucky 7 for $50 to Old South Candy   Nancy emceed a Second Harvest Food Bank event celebrating women in agriculture and had the crowd laughing all night. Her biggest hit came when she held up a painting of a cow as a door prize and joked, “This is what y’all just ate for dinner.”  The show gave away a chance to ride Dollywood’s new Night Flight Expedition coaster with them. Listeners text FLIGHT to 865-656-9485. Joey and Nancy say 5 people's names on the air. The first of those people to call us wins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Joey shared that his son is deep in an "85-year-old man" phase, wearing button-ups, loafers, carrying hand sanitizer, and even asking for a button-up swimsuit. Joey said that request was where he finally drew the line.  Hot Tea: Prince Harry and Meghan are rumored to be moving back to the UK, Justin Moore revealed the large lump on his neck is benign, and a 19-year-old was arrested after allegedly threatening to bomb an Applebee’s because his food was taking too long.  Nancy says he may be done visiting the Great Smoky Mountains after learning giant Joro spiders have been spotted in the park. Joey thought they looked pretty. Nancy strongly disagreed.  Joey gave an update on the wealthy country music fan challenging him to a charity 90s country trivia duel. The two are trying to schedule a Zoom showdown, and Joey is hoping it leads to a bigger donation.  Lucky 7 for $50 to Old South Candy   A Megan Moroney appearance at a Raising Cane’s drive-thru sparked a conversation about jobs everyone would love to try for an hour. Answers included fighter pilot, storm chaser, penguin feeder, zoo worker, police ride-along, and 911 dispatcher.  The show let listener Heather live out her dream of being a radio DJ by putting her on the air to promote the Dollywood Night Flight Expedition giveaway.  The show gave away a chance to ride Dollywood’s new Night Flight Expedition coaster with them. Listeners text FLIGHT to 865-656-9485. Joey and Nancy say 5 people's names on the air. The first of those people to call us wins.  Group Therapy: My Daughter Keeps Using AI to Argue with Me See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Nancy apologized for making the staff meeting go long yesterday. Karly texted and thanked Joey during the meeting because she thought he was trying to wrap things up so everyone could get on with their day.  Joey shared that his mom, Babs, saw his "summer fit" picture and immediately asked if he was taking Zepbound. He said nope, just diet and exercise, which led to a conversation about how common weight loss drugs have become.  Nancy said her son refuses to sleep in the guest room during their home renovation because he thinks the antique beds are haunted. The furniture came from her great-grandmother's old hotel, but he's convinced there are ghosts involved and plans to sleep on the couch instead.  The show got into the crazy Penn State cocaine ring story involving fraternity members who allegedly had pledges helping package and sell drugs. Joey immediately turned it into a dramatic movie trailer.  Joey and Nancy talked about "after-call ads," where certain apps can pop up advertisements the second you hang up a phone call. That turned into a discussion about all the random places ads have invaded, including gas pumps, rideshares, streaming services, and airport security lines.  Hot Tea: Hayden Panettiere's mom spoke publicly after Hayden's passing and said she never approved of Hayden's boyfriend. Lainey Wilson landed her first comedy role on Leanne, starring East Tennessee favorite Leanne Morgan. And a man in Norway got fined nearly $7,000 for waking up a sleeping polar bear with a foghorn.  Nancy was completely over refrigerator shopping after discovering modern fridges now come with cameras, grocery tracking, talking door alerts, and giant cocktail ice makers. She finally hired an appliance specialist because the choices were overwhelming.  The show watched a viral clip of two Detroit TV anchors arguing off-camera and compared it to one of their own awkward radio moments. Joey brought up the time Nancy kept correcting him while he was trying to talk about the Budweiser Clydesdales.  Lucky 7 for $50 to Old South Candy  Joey admitted he has a weird rule about driving. If he sees someone he knows on the road, he refuses to pass them and tries not to be seen. His nightmare came true when a pastor spotted him at a stoplight flossing his teeth like his life depended on it.  The show gave away a chance to ride Dollywood’s new Night Flight Expedition coaster with them. Listeners text FLIGHT to 865-656-9485. Joey and Nancy say 5 people's names on the air. The first of those people to call us wins.  What Makes You Special? I'm a Foley Artist! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nancy gave a shoutout to Papa Joe for assembling her giant raised garden beds, even after discovering they’ll require truckloads of dirt to fill.  Karly had an unexpected trip to the Lenoir City Post Office when an employee recognized her from the show and immediately started talking about speed dating.   Joey bought a new pair of blue Nike Air Max shoes and brought them home, only to stop his wife from giving her opinion. Unfortunately, Nancy’s fashion commentary later made him start second-guessing the purchase anyway.  The crew talked about Monday’s storms and power outages. Joey’s family ended up watching the finale of their favorite show inside his electric car in the garage because the power was out.  Hot Tea: Authorities are investigating the death of actress Hayden Panettiere after reports of a possible overdose. Prince Harry and Megan were told to step out of the spotlight for a while. A man dressed as the Grim Reaper was fined after climbing onto a hospital roof and refusing to explain why.  Joey and Nancy debated whether they’d sell family land for an AI data center after hearing about Kentucky farmers turning down a $26 million offer. Both admitted they’d probably sell, while listeners overwhelmingly defended keeping farmland in the family.  Lucky 7 for a $50 gift card to Old South Candy.  The show learned Zoo Knoxville is hiring performers for Boo at the Zoo. That quickly turned into Joey and Nancy attempting animal impressions, including rhinos, chimps, gibbons, and donkeys.  The show gave away a chance to ride Dollywood’s new Night Flight Expedition coaster with them. Listeners text FLIGHT to 865-656-9485. Joey and Nancy say 5 people's names on the air. The first of those people to call us wins.  Group Therapy: I Asked My Coworker If She Is Pregnant... She Is Not See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey, Nancy, and Karly started the week complaining about the brutal East Tennessee heat. Joey said the family’s big Saturday outing was a trip to the grocery store because it was simply too hot to do anything outside.  The crew talked about HOA rules after hearing about a homeowner getting fined for a dead bush. Nancy revealed there’s actually special green spray paint designed to make dead bushes look alive.  Monday Morning Wake-Up Call with 11-year-old Gavin  Joey finally replaced the cabin air filter in his car after months of fish bait smells coming through the vents.   Nancy admitted she spent hours organizing every nail, screw, and bolt in her husband Matt’s garage while they were trying to move storage items.   Hot Tea: Actress Hayden Panettiere reportedly passed away at age 36, and authorities are investigating. Matthew McConaughey shared a story about talking his way out of trouble in Mexico by mentioning Jennifer Lopez. A Kentucky woman woke up to find a bear had broken into her house and stolen her KFC.  Joey and Nancy shared details from Dollywood’s preview of the new Night Flight Expedition coaster. Dolly Parton appeared by video, explaining that her doctor advised her not to travel because she was dealing with dehydration and dizziness.  Lucky 7 for $50 to Old South Candy  Joey accidentally went more than 24 hours without caffeine and ended up feeling sick, nauseous, and miserable. One coffee later, he felt completely normal again and realized just how dependent he is on caffeine.  The show gave away a chance to ride Dollywood’s new Night Flight Expedition coaster with them. Listeners text FLIGHT to 865-656-9485. Joey and Nancy say 5 people's names on the air. The first of those people to call us wins.  Joey and Nancy laughed about a Kentucky school agenda that was apparently created with AI and filled with weird mistakes, including fake city and state names that nobody caught before printing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nancy will be carrying a flag during the opening ceremony at the Lakeside Rodeo tonight!  Nancy’s dad, Papa Joe, called looking for advice about a supplement he saw online that claimed it could fix constipation. Joey played doctor for a few minutes before ultimately recommending he talk to his actual physician.  Hot Tea: Tyler Hubbard confirmed Florida Georgia Line shows with Brian Kelley are in the works for 2027. Shaboozey accidentally floated past a wedding on an inner tube and stopped for photos with the bride and groom. An English bride rode her favorite cow into her wedding ceremony.  Nancy shared a story about a Pennsylvania kid who caught a piranha while fishing. That led to a discussion about Joey’s growing confidence handling fish and why piranhas definitely don’t belong in East Tennessee waters.  Joey told the story of Hangry Nancy making an appearance at work after spotting spiders in the studio. A routine response from a coworker about pest control nearly triggered an email Joey and Karly successfully talked her out of sending.  Lucky 7 for $50 to The Diner at Twisters.  The show reminded listeners that Dollywood’s new Night Flight Expedition coaster is officially opening. They also kicked off a contest for listeners to ride the attraction with Joey and Nancy and skip the line.  Matthew McConaughey and Jimmy Fallon performed a bluegrass version of Ella Langley’s “Choosin' Texas.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey started the morning talking about his son’s school open house and how his wife wanted him to wear WIVK gear to impress the teachers.   Morgan Freeman said that he’ll still take bad movie roles if the paycheck is right. The conversation turned into jobs Joey and Nancy hated but took because they needed the money.  Hot Tea: A man selling a guitar on Facebook Marketplace was shocked when Riley Green personally showed up to buy it. The Band Perry drama continues as Neil Perry claims his sister Kimberly fired him from the group. The White Sox accidentally created a wildly popular Pope-themed giveaway and ended up ordering 40,000 hats.  Nancy and Joey talked about family words that started as toddler mistakes but never went away. Listeners called in with everything from “bumblebees” for Applebee’s to "peejammit" for speed limit.   Lucky 7 for $50 to The Diner at Twisters  Joey felt guilty after telling his son he was “disappointed” in him over a chicken nugget standoff at dinner. Nancy reassured him that one emotional parenting moment wasn’t going to send his kid to therapy.  The show previewed Dollywood’s new indoor coaster, Night Flight Expedition. Joey and Nancy got an early look and announced listeners will soon have a chance to ride it with them.  Group Therapy: My Neighbor Keeps Mowing My Lawn   The crew wrapped up by talking about a new Universal Studios coaster that has nearby neighbors complaining because riders’ screams sound like people are being murdered all day long. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Joey, Nancy, and Karly started the show joking about Joey's son speaking German at home and Nancy's very awkward MRI questionnaire that asked about a male implant, leaving everyone confused.  The crew debated towel habits. Joey reuses bath towels for weeks, Nancy does for a few days, and Karly uses a new towel every day.  Hot Tea: Ella Langley sang Bob Marley’s “Three Little Birds” at a beach bar in St. Thomas. AI country artists are reportedly making big money online. Aldi’s $5 luxury ice cubes are already hitting clearance shelves.  Joey talked about a former Disney World janitor who said working at Epcot ruined some of the magic. That led to a discussion about jobs that make favorite hobbies feel like work.  The show welcomed 88-year-old Sue Bunch, who just retired after 73½ years at Family Brands in Lenoir City. She shared stories from the meat-processing plant and gave everyone life advice. Sue told Karly to find a church-going Christian man instead of relying on dating apps and warned her to be careful meeting strangers online.  Lucky 7 for $50 to The Diner at Twisters   Joey and Nancy talked about bizarre marketing stunts, including a man living in a billboard and a giant hairball rolling through New York City. They brainstormed funny ideas involving the WIVK frog mascot.  What Makes You Special? I'm the Emcee at Dolly Parton's Stampede! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nancy survived her first school pickup of the year and confessed she may have nodded off in the car line while waiting for Ben to get out.  Joey made an impulse purchase at Burlington and was proud of his “girl math” savings. After finding a discounted belt, he grabbed two bottles of discontinued Tresemmé 3-in-1 shampoo, conditioner, and detangler for $4.99 each.  Nancy discovered a new bathroom pass system in Ben’s school paperwork. Students have to carry a signed pass and track bathroom trips throughout the semester.  Tuesday Morning Wake Up Call for Carter and Colson   Joey shared a scam warning after his wife tried buying discounted Touchland hand sanitizer from what appeared to be a legitimate website. The fake site collected her credit card information, leading to fraud alerts and a canceled card.  Hot Tea: Brad Pitt revealed he is no longer completely sober after seven years but says he now drinks only in moderation. 7UP is changing its formula from lemon-lime to lime-lemon. Cornell University has officially banned students from processing wild game in communal dorm kitchens after a pair of students butchered a black bear in one.  Joey and Nancy talked food recalls after Taylor Farms jalapeños were linked to a salmonella outbreak. Nancy shared a scary story about her daughter being hospitalized with salmonella as a baby and said she’s avoiding the affected products.  Joey revealed that a verified multi-millionaire reached out on social media challenging him to a 90s country music duel. The proposed wager is a $50 charity donation, but Joey is hoping the wealthy challenger might raise the stakes for a local cause if he wins.  Lucky 7 for $50 to the Diner at Twisters  Joey was shocked to learn Nancy arranged a school transportation swap with neighbors she barely knows. The agreement involves the neighbors helping Ben get to school while Nancy, her dad Papa Joe, and her daughter Emma help their sixth-grade daughter get home.  Joey became fascinated by reports that President Donald Trump used a decoy Air Force One strategy during a trip because of security threats. The story involved a catering truck, a secret plane transfer, and plenty of action-movie comparisons.  Group Therapy: My Wife Wants to Be an Influencer, But I Don't Want to Be in the Videos  The show discussed the arrest of a West Virginia man accused of taking down a Flock license-plate camera. Thousands of people reportedly offered humorous alibis for him, sparking a conversation about privacy concerns and public safety. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First day of school for Knox County! Joey feels bad for his boys because he remembers how tough the first day after summer can be, while Nancy shared her neighborhood carpool setup involving kids who have barely met each other.  The show discussed Perez Hilton’s recovery after his recent hospitalization. Joey struggled with the fact that actor Jared Padalecki felt pressured to apologize for publicly wishing Perez well. The conversation turned into a larger discussion about forgiveness and basic human compassion.  Monday Morning Wake-Up Call with 8-year-old Laikyn!  Weekend highs and lows: Joey’s high: hosting Vols broadcaster Mike Keith for a church Q&A event. Joey's low: having to weigh at the doctor's office with his clothes on. Nancy's high: She moved daughter Catie into a UT dorm. Nancy's low: She got no sleep this weekend. Karly's high: getting a pedicure with her mom where the man punched and slapped her mom's feet. Karly's low: Everyone left the wedding they went to early, and she didn't get to dance.  Hot Tea: Megan Moroney kind of put herself on a new Kenny Chesney son. Rascal Flatts says they have no plans to retire. A Wisconsin man made headlines by flying his helicopter to Cabela’s because driving would have taken too long.  Nerd News: a remote-controlled house-cleaning robot, a shipwreck discovery that could help recreate a Civil War-era Guinness recipe, and a new odor-resistant T-shirt  Nancy complained that school fundraising requests have already started. This year she’s making her son Ben handle his football fundraiser himself instead of calling friends and relatives for donations.  Lucky 7 for $50 to The Diner at Twister’s  The show talked about a flight delayed because a toddler refused to buckle a seat belt. Joey and Nancy debated what they would do if their own child became the reason an entire plane couldn’t leave.  Joey shared the awkward moment of realizing a coworker asking about wedding photos hadn't been invited to the wedding. The conversation turned into stories about accidentally asking people about events or bonuses they were never invited to receive.  Your smartwatch tan line could actually be “wrist rot,” irritated skin caused by wearing watches. Joey recently discovered his watch band had developed a smell, and Nancy realized she has an indention on her finger from her wedding ring.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Joey, Nancy, and Karly kicked off Friday talking about a weekend wedding and the awkwardness of figuring out which coworkers were invited. Karly got onto Joey for not going to vote yesterday.  Nancy shared a back-to-school hack after getting flooded with teacher wish lists. Instead of buying random supplies, she picked up Amazon gift cards and sent them with handwritten notes for each of her son’s teachers on the first day of school.  The show laughed about unusual baby names from 2025, including Tsunami, Billion, Matrix, Luxury, and Howdy. Nancy said her nickname should be tsunami because she "comes in like a wave and destroys things."  Hot Tea: Perez Hilton had been reaching out to celebrities he had bashed in the past to make amends before his hospitalization. Ronnie Dunn joked about getting flashed by a girl and spitting milk on his shirt. A New Jersey pizza shop owner went viral for losing her temper over a family asking to borrow a knife to cut a birthday cake.  The crew shared stories about the nicest country stars they’ve met. Lainey Wilson, Zach Top, Blake Shelton, Kelsea Ballerini, and Russell Dickerson were all awesome. Nancy and Karly mentioned celebs that weren't so great.   The Buc-ee’s versus Beaver Mini Mart saga took another turn after Buc-ee’s claimed the Ohio business attempted to secure a national trademark that could have allowed Beaver Mini Marts to expand nationwide.   Lucky 7 for $50 to Farmacy Restaurant  The show played a game called “Guess the Plot,” featuring dumb movies including Water Park Shark, VelociPastor, Cocaine Bear, and Rubber.  Joey, Nancy, and Karly talked about high school cliques. Joey and Nancy described themselves as floaters who were friends with everyone, while Karly said she was one of the smart kids. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karly shared a PetSmart horror story after watching a customer’s dog leave a massive mess in the middle of the store. An employee pointed out the cleanup stations, and the owner walked away and left it behind.  Joey admitted he may have hit a rabbit on the way to work and spent the feels bad about it.   Rude things that have become socially acceptable: Bringing your own giant water bottle to someone else’s dinner party, being on your phone constantly when at dinner or an event, and ghosting people.  Hot Tea: BMW owners are upset after seeing ads for the new Spiderman movie appear on vehicle screens. Randy Travis surprised a cancer patient by visiting them in person. A Florida steakhouse is offering a monthly nude dining experience.  Joey stressed himself out over what to wear to a former coworker's wedding. He called the groom on the air to ask what he should do.  The Buc-ee’s versus Beaver’s Mini Mart lawsuit continued to gain attention. Businesses across Ohio have begun adding beavers to their logos in support of the small local store, while politicians have called the lawsuit ridiculous.  Lucky 7 for $50 to Farmacy Restaurant  Facebook Marketplace Price Is Right  There's a new TikTok prank where parents pretend to introduce kids to scary-looking teachers before the first day of school.   Group Therapy: I Broke Up with a Guy Because I Found Out He Has a Hairpiece.  A survey found that age 47 is when people are happiest. Nancy said she’s actually happier now than ever before. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Joey, Nancy, and Karly took on a haircut challenge at Tennessee School of Beauty during Cuts for Kids. To everyone’s surprise, Nancy actually did a pretty good job, while Joey’s mannequin ended up with a much more questionable look.  Joey discovered the stink-bait smell trapped in his truck has gotten so bad that it seemed to follow him out of the vehicle. Nancy reassured him the smell wasn’t actually on him, just stuck in his nose and beard.  Hot Tea: Perez Hilton was hospitalized after a concerning livestream prompted viewers to call police. Travis Kelce is reportedly interested in making a country album. A Minnesota homeowner was arrested after creating a homemade spike strip to keep kids off his lawn.  The show discussed a teenager who unknowingly bought stolen Civil War-era cannonballs and tried to take them through airport security. Listeners shared their own stories of buying stolen items without realizing it.  Joey and Nancy reacted to Buc-ee’s suing an Ohio business called Beaver’s Mini Mart over its logo. Both thought the lawsuit seemed excessive, especially since the mom-and-pop store had been around long before Buc-ee’s arrived in the area.  Lucky 7 for $50 to Farmacy Restaurant   The crew mourned the closing of the original Nixon’s Deli on Bearden Hill. Sister Nancy delivered a dramatic eulogy celebrating decades of steamed sandwiches, pumpernickel bread, and local memories.  Nancy shared a story about an Amazon driver who got stuck in her driveway, then refused to hand over her package because he had to complete the previous stop first. Listeners explained that delivery systems often won’t allow packages to be scanned out of order.  What Makes You Special? I'm a witch!  Tourists are getting way too comfortable around wild animals. There was another close call with a bison at Yellowstone, and people are always getting too close to bears in the Smokies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Joey was thrilled to learn both of his boys love Life cereal as much as he does, leading to a debate about the best cereals of all time.  The show revisited Martha Reeves’ viral national anthem performance after she blamed windy conditions and audio issues. Joey and Nancy still weren’t completely convinced.  Nancy accidentally sent Joey into a panic with a simple “Can you call me?” text. He spent 20 minutes thinking the worst before learning she just wanted to joke about standing up Erik Ainge for a fence estimate.  Hot Tea: Jelly Roll announced a break from touring, Zac Brown Band surprised fans with free cruises, and a West Virginia man was arrested for stealing $17,000 worth of Little Debbie snacks.  Jason Aldean said he’d get rid of social media if he could, sparking a discussion about whether anyone would willingly give up smartphones and social media.  Joey sent a waffle back at Waffle House after discovering a used butter container sitting on top of it.   Lucky 7 for $50 to Farmacy Restaurant   Nancy shared a hilarious hospital story after removing her bra during a CT scan and later realizing her tank top wasn’t providing nearly as much coverage as she thought on the walk back to her car.  A Powerball discussion turned into Joey explaining why he never wants to win the lottery, arguing that huge jackpots often create more problems than happiness.  Group Therapy: I've Been Sabotaging My Kid's Playdates Because I Don't Like the Other Kid  The show also celebrated Spider-Man: Brand New Day becoming the biggest opening weekend movie ever and laughed about a theater that reportedly had to be evacuated because of one very gassy moviegoer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey figured out why he was so loopy Friday. After fasting for labs, drinking black coffee, and accidentally mixing two medications that cause drowsiness, he was so out of it his in-laws made him ride home instead of driving himself.  Nancy spent most of church trying not to laugh after her son accidentally farted on a wooden pew right before the sermon. Karly celebrated Shark Week with a trip to the Georgia Aquarium to see a whale shark.  The show reacted to Martha Reeves’ national anthem performance at a women’s professional baseball game. People online have ranked it as one of the worst performances ever.   The Monday Morning Wake-Up Call featured Calvin’s first day of high school. He wasn't thrilled to be awakened by Joey and Nancy and reminded everyone he still had “20 minutes of sleep left.”  Joey and Karly compared notes on The Odyssey. Karly loved seeing it in IMAX 70mm in Chattanooga, while Joey thought some of the modern dialogue felt out of place in an ancient Greek story.  Hot Tea: Bunnie XO bought a Los Angeles home, Spider-Man: Brand New Day had a massive opening weekend, and a New Jersey police officer dressed as a bush helped issue 74 distracted-driving tickets.  Nancy’s tax-free weekend shopping trip got way out of hand thanks to extra sales. What started as a back-to-school run turned into a major spending spree and early Christmas shopping.  The show talked about recalled rechargeable hand warmers, and Nancy realized she had bought the recalled model for her son a while back. Joey brought up how a product he used for his son's was later recalled.   Lucky 7 for $50 to Farmacy Restaurant  Karly witnessed a rare public Joey meltdown while he was trying to find his son’s drama camp performance, which was later blamed on the medication-and-fasting combination.  Nancy volunteered as a third-base coach for her son’s softball team and is convinced she caused a player’s hamstring injury after enthusiastically sending him home to score. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey warned everyone that he was fasting for lab work and might get hangry. He woke up extra early and ate three gluten-free waffles, syrup, and a banana before 3:30am.   Nancy finally watched the Idaho murders documentary on Netflix and was completely creeped out by it.   The show talked about the recent Taco Bell lettuce scare and the confirmed cases of illness in Knox County. Nancy said she’d go back to Taco Bell immediately, just without lettuce, while Joey said he had already been back for a Crunchwrap Supreme.  Hot Tea: Parker McCollum canceled a show because his wife went into labor and welcomed their second son. Bailey Zimmerman canceled his entire European tour to focus on family matters. Shania Twain said she would never remove Brad Pitt’s name from “That Don’t Impress Me Much,” but might add Harry Styles. Nashville now has a Morgan Wallen-themed Airbnb complete with a warning not to throw a chair off the balcony.  Joey shared that wrestling with his 12-year-old son has become a reality check. He used to easily pin his boys down, but now they’re getting strong enough to make him work for it.   Nerd News: A New York school paused plans for a humanoid robot teacher named Sally after parents learned the manufacturer also has ties to the adult companion robot industry. People claimed they found an alien missile on Mars, but NASA says it’s just a rock. Google Gemini is working on AI tools that remove “ums,” “likes,” and other filler words from dictated text.   Lucky 7 for Dollywood tickets  Nancy gave an update on her ankle injury after another doctor visit. The doctor now believes her pain could be a nerve-related condition and suggested it might actually be coming from how her brain is processing pain signals. Joey turned the conversation into jokes about shock therapy.  A new Tennessee law now makes it easier to own a pet raccoon. Joey also highlighted new Tennessee laws allowing digital vehicle registrations, animal chiropractic care, and requiring more daily recess time for elementary school students.  Nancy said her 13-year-old son couldn’t wait for tax-free weekend because it meant back-to-school shopping. Joey guessed her budget would be around $500, and Nancy hopes it will be less than that. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Nancy wanted adults-only summer camp with cabins, counselors, bugles, Cheerwine, and zero responsibilities. The conversation turned into wishing for adult-sized playgrounds, ball pits, and swings built for grown-up hips.  Joey complained that his kids won't stop squeezing his "elbow meat," playing with his feet, and poking the back of his neck. Nancy admitted her husband loves grabbing people's toes and trying to pop them.  Hot Tea: Ben Affleck won $1 million for charity on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire. Ella Langley and her crew took a CPR class. Trace Adkins shared the story of surviving a gunshot wound years ago.  The show talked about back-to-school supply lists and school rules, including bans on metal water bottles, zippered binders, and strict cell phone policies.   A discussion about the smelliest towns in East Tennessee led to listeners nominating everything from bean factories and chicken plants to mushroom farms and paper mills.  Lucky 7 for Dollywood tickets   Karly debuted "Unhinged with Producer Karly," sharing some of the wildest Hinge profiles she's seen, including strange photos, odd voice prompts, and one guy who randomly sang opera.  A story about Tyler Hubbard getting a fishhook stuck in his head sparked fishing horror stories, including Nancy's painful memory of having a treble hook removed from her finger.  Group Therapy: I Think My Best Friend is Jealous of My Engagement See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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