The Musers β 2025-04-02
The Musers β 1310 The Ticket, Dallas | Wednesday, April 2, 2025
π Segments This Day
- Harmonica Talk
- April Fools Prank
- O-Deck
- April Fools Open 2025 – The Musers The Hardline 412025
ποΈ Early Show Analysis
What segments appeared in this portion?
Harmonica Talk (00:00:00-00:13:00)
Host (appears to be Junior/Craig Miller) shares personal updates about his ankle injury recovery and announces he’s learning to play harmonica, influenced by U2. He demonstrates his new Hohner Special 20 harmonica for the other hosts.
April Fools Prank (00:00:00-00:10:05)
The hosts announce fake show changes including more tickers, more phone calls, ending daily 8:40 characters, and adding political talk segments. They then reveal it was an April Fool’s joke after reading angry listener reactions.
O-Deck (00:00:00-00:13:05)
Gordo shares observations about wildlife he recently spotted near his home – a beaver and bobcat in the same night. Discussion extends to other wildlife sightings and a bizarre story about someone repeatedly dumping gallons of urine in a Portland resident’s recycling bin.
April Fools Open 2025 Preview (00:00:00-00:04:01)
Promotional segment for the station’s golf tournament featuring the worst golfers, including audio from a classic moment of past tournaments.
What sports topics were discussed?
- General Sports: Discussion of more frequent sports tickers and taking more sports calls (as part of April Fool’s prank)
- Golf: Extensive discussion of the April Fools Open tournament at Prairie Lakes Golf Course, featuring past winners and memorable moments
Were there any debates or strong opinions expressed by the hosts?
- Fake Political Segment: During the April Fool’s prank, hosts pretended to debate tariffs, border policy, and current administration policies with George taking conservative positions while others argued liberal viewpoints
- Trash Etiquette: Minor disagreement about dog walkers putting waste bags in others’ trash bins – Gordo found it annoying while Junior was more accepting
Were there any funny moments, Gordo bits, or memorable quotes?
- Harmonica Performance: Junior repeatedly playing harmonica badly while hosts sarcastically praised his “amazing” skills
- Beaver Jokes: Multiple “Nice beaver”/”Thank you” exchanges and innuendos about Junior’s harmonica playing
- April Fool’s Reactions: Reading increasingly angry listener texts about the fake show changes
- Classic Audio: Playing legendary clip of George’s uncontrollable laughter at Jeremy’s golf mishap
Were there any recurring bits, characters, or inside jokes referenced?
- April Fools Open: Annual tradition of bad golfer tournament with detailed history
- P1 References: Multiple mentions of listener community (“P ones”)
- U2 Influence: Junior’s musical choices being influenced by U2
- Wildlife Spotting: Ongoing theme of hosts discussing animal sightings in their neighborhoods
Summary
This portion of The Musers showcased the show’s blend of personal storytelling, elaborate pranks, and observational humor. The harmonica segment revealed Junior’s latest musical pursuit, complete with live demonstrations that provided ample comedic material for his co-hosts. His ankle injury update showed the personal, conversational nature that makes the show feel intimate despite its large audience.
The centerpiece April Fool’s prank demonstrated the hosts’ understanding of their audience’s preferences and hot-button issues. By announcing they would eliminate beloved character bits in favor of political talk, they touched the third rail of sports radio – exactly what would genuinely upset their fanbase. The immediate angry reactions they read on-air proved how effectively they had crafted the joke, targeting the changes listeners would most fear.
Gordo’s Observation Deck continued his tradition of finding the absurd in everyday life, whether discussing beaver anatomy and behavior or the mysterious Portland urine dumper. These segments showcase his ability to turn mundane observations into engaging radio content. The wildlife discussion also highlighted the different lifestyles of the hosts, with suburban vs. rural living creating different animal encounters. The preview of the April Fools Open, complete with classic audio of George’s infectious laughter, reminded listeners of the station’s rich history of creating genuine, unscripted moments that become legendary.
β° Mid-Show Analysis
Segments in this portion:
- April Fools Prank – This was the actual 5th Annual April Fool’s Open golf tournament at Prairie Lakes Golf Course in Grand Prairie, featuring six contestants from The Ticket playing a three-hole course with full broadcast coverage.
Sports topics discussed:
- [00:04:05-00:18:08] Detailed preview of the April Fool’s Open contestants: Matt Birmingham, Ryan Baldwin, Jacob “Daddy” Dedamore, EA Azad, Mark Elfenbein, and David Mino
- [00:04:05] Discussion of someone shooting 27 on a hole being a potential all-time record
- [00:18:08-00:48:29] Live hole-by-hole coverage of the golf tournament with multiple broadcasters positioned at different holes
- Golf course conditions: 45 mph wind gusts, three holes (par-5 5th, par-3 6th, par-4 7th), water hazards
Notable debates or host disagreements:
- [00:14:52] George questioning whether Mark Elfenbein actually plays golf regularly, citing memories of him playing in early Ticket golf tournaments vs. his poor performance suggesting he doesn’t play
Funny moments, Gordo bits, or memorable one-liners:
- [00:05:56] Matt Birmingham discussing his “inflamed eyelid” condition and refusing to see a doctor
- [00:06:00-00:07:18] Audio replay of Matt Birmingham taking five shots to go five feet trying to get over water in 2023
- [00:12:27] Description of EA walking “like a king from 1300s” and “like a circus bear playing golf”
- [00:21:41-00:28:45] Grant Boone’s elaborate player introductions with hilarious roasts of each contestant
- [00:43:51] Mark Elfenbein marking his golf ball with “a whole bagel”
- [00:44:32] Craig describing Elfenbein’s “golf slacks flapping in the breeze, hugging his buttocks”
Guests or special visitors:
- [00:20:39] Grant Boone from NBC and Golf Channel providing player introductions as a longtime P1 and friend of the station
The April Fool’s Open represented a masterful blend of legitimate sports broadcasting and comedy entertainment. What started as morning show banter about the upcoming tournament evolved into a full-scale professional golf broadcast with multiple announcers positioned around the three-hole course. The juxtaposition of serious golf commentary with the reality of watching complete amateurs struggle through basic shots created genuine entertainment.
The tournament format itself was brilliantly conceived – just challenging enough with water hazards and wind to create drama, but accessible enough that the contestants could actually complete holes (eventually). Grant Boone’s player introductions were particularly masterful, delivering roasts that were both brutal and affectionate, perfectly capturing each personality’s role at the station while maintaining the mock-serious tone of a major golf championship.
The live coverage demonstrated The Ticket’s ability to turn any concept into compelling radio through their hosts’ chemistry and comedic timing. Even mundane moments like Matt Birmingham looking for his golf ball or Mark Elfenbein using a bagel as a ball marker became memorable through the announcers’ professional-yet-playful commentary style, proving that with the right personalities, any event can become appointment listening.
π Final Hour Analysis
Segments in this portion:
- April Fools Open 2025 live golf tournament coverage from Grand Prairie Lakes
- Post-tournament interviews with participants (Mino, Ham/Matt Birmingham, EA, Daddy)
Sports topics discussed:
- Live golf tournament play-by-play from the April Fools Open
- Tournament results and scoring updates
- Golf technique discussion (putting struggles, full swings vs. finesse shots)
- Player performance analysis across multiple holes
Strong predictions or bold takes:
- [01:17:01] Discussion of eliminating tournament winners from future years, with decision that Ryan Baldwin (Baldy) should continue playing next year
- [01:25:31] Plans mentioned for golf improvement ideas for next year’s tournament
Phone callers:
Funny moments or memorable Gordo bits:
- [00:59:27] TC “chinned a putt” – somehow hit the ball twice with his putter in one stroke
- [01:00:01] Commentary about EA and his caddy’s “combined weight appears to be about 580 pounds”
- [01:27:34] Grant Boone’s elaborate player introductions, including calling Daddy “unaffectionately known by literally every woman in DFW on Tinder”
- [01:29:45] EA’s intro describing him as “the Ben Crenshaw of the Middle East”
- Matt Birmingham’s sponsorship by Dr. Pepper, consuming only Dr. Pepper and chocolate Uncrustables during the round
How the show wrapped up:
- [01:30:16] Corby concluded with congratulations to champion Ryan Baldwin and blessed everyone
- Tournament concluded with final interviews of all participants
- Teased “e news and community quick hits combo platter” for next segment
Notable quotes:
- [01:18:57] Mino: “I really needed that win today… I could visualize it today”
- [01:24:34] EA: “that’s how I approach life… Realize golf is not that game”
- [01:26:18] Daddy: “I played like recycled ass”
Summary:
The final portion of The Musers covered the conclusion of their annual April Fools Open golf tournament at Grand Prairie Lakes. Ryan Baldwin (Baldy) emerged as champion after a dramatic finish where runner-up David Mino missed a crucial 20-foot putt that would have forced a tie. The tournament featured characteristically poor golf from all participants, with scores ranging from Baldwin’s winning total to EA’s 47 and Daddy’s 37 strokes over par.
The broadcast maintained its signature blend of serious sports commentary and absurd humor throughout the live golf coverage. Highlights included players hitting multiple balls into water hazards, EA taking violent full swings on delicate chip shots, and Matt Birmingham playing while sponsored by Dr. Pepper (consuming only that beverage and chocolate sandwiches during his round). The play-by-play team provided detailed hole-by-hole coverage while constantly marveling at the players’ complete lack of golf ability.
Post-tournament interviews revealed genuine competitive disappointment mixed with self-deprecating humor. Mino expressed real frustration at coming so close to his first win after catastrophic putting displays, while EA blamed his aggressive approach and Daddy simply admitted to playing terribly. The show concluded with Grant Boone’s elaborate player introductions being replayed, showcasing his deep knowledge of station personalities through hilariously detailed biographical roasts. The annual event successfully combined legitimate sports coverage with The Ticket’s trademark irreverent comedy.
Analysis generated from archived transcripts. Hosts: Gordon Keith (Gordo), George Dunham, Craig Miller, Mike Rhyner, Donovan Lewis (Junior). Station: 1310 The Ticket, Dallas, TX.
