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Trevin & Sawyer In The Morning — 2026-05-29

ByChris

Trevin & Sawyer In The Morning | Austin, TX | Friday, May 29, 2026

🎙️ First Hour

I’ll analyze what’s available in this portion of the transcript.

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Topics Covered

  • “It’s All Downhill From Here” phrase debate [00:01:00–00:02:05]: Trevin and Sawyer debate whether the phrase is positive or negative, using it as a metaphor for Friday being the downhill coast of the week. Leads into a tangent about roller coaster physics.
  • Roller coaster physics / theme parks [00:02:34–00:03:24]: Trevin explains why successive roller coaster peaks can’t exceed the first drop due to inertia, then the two riff on Six Flags vs. Knott’s Berry Farm.
  • San Antonio Spurs playoff game [00:04:05–00:05:33]: Coverage of the Spurs’ Game 6 win over OKC, with stats on Wembanyama and a dig at Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s performance.
  • Austin weekend events/concerts [00:05:35–00:07:37]: Rundown of local shows happening Friday and Saturday night across multiple Austin venues.
  • Scripps National Spelling Bee [00:07:46–00:09:07]: Results from the previous night’s bee, including a spelling challenge between the hosts.
  • “Dazed and Confused” outdoor movie night [00:09:13–00:11:19]: Recap of a movie event the hosts helped put on the previous night, including a funny moment with Trevin’s child and thanks to sponsors.
  • Steve Sarkisian / Texas Longhorns football [00:11:31–00:11:46]: Sawyer begins a segment referencing Sarkisian making bold statements, though it’s cut off.

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Main News Headlines Discussed

  • Scripps National Spelling Bee results [00:07:46]: 14-year-old Shrey Parikh of California won the National Spelling Bee, correctly spelling 32 words in a 90-second spell-off against Ishan Gupta of New Jersey, taking home $50,000.

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Austin/Texas Sports Covered

  • San Antonio Spurs [00:04:05–00:05:20]: The Spurs won a do-or-die playoff game 118–91. Victor Wembanyama played 28 minutes, scored 28 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, and was a +13. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (referred to sarcastically as “alleged MVP”) had a poor game — 15 points on 6-of-18 shooting, 0-for-5 from three, 1 rebound, and a -28 rating. The hosts noted the Spurs now have to travel back to OKC for the next game.
  • Texas Longhorns football / Steve Sarkisian [00:11:31–00:11:46]: Sawyer begins a segment about Sarkisian making bold public statements, though the transcript cuts off before details are given.

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Austin Events, Concerts, or Local Happenings Mentioned

  • Homegrown Live tonight at 13th & 4th [00:05:35]: 21+ show featuring Paper Sister, Feeder, French Film, and Variety. $15 admission. Info at 101X.com.
  • Youngblood at Moody Amphitheater [00:05:47]: Emily Wolfe and A Warning opening. Sawyer tips that you can hear Youngblood doing an Ozzy Osbourne cover from the nearby parking garage for free.
  • Godsmack at Germania Insurance Amphitheater [00:06:10]: With Stone Temple Pilots and Dorothy. $30 Summer of Live lawn tickets available.
  • String Cheese Incident at ACL Live (Moody Theater) [00:06:26]: “Keep Spinning” tour, $56.
  • Jim Ward (Sparta) signing at Waterloo Records [00:06:40]: Sparta has a new record, *Cut a Silhouette*, releasing today. Jim Ward will be at Waterloo Records for a signing.
  • Rhett Miller & The Old 97s at Green Hall (Saturday) [00:06:51]: Trevin mentions AC may finally be coming to Green Hall.
  • Big Dumb Fest 4 at the Mohawk (Saturday) [00:07:13]: All ages. Lineup includes Rickshaw Billy, Burger Patrol, American Sharks, Pale Fade, Transit Method, Buzz Electro, Waterworld, and Sodomy Cop. $25 admission. Food from Bad Larry’s Burger Club.
  • “Dazed and Confused” outdoor movie night (previous night) [00:09:13]: Hosted by the show at what appears to be a Pony League baseball field. Sponsors included Happy Clouds, Regal Movies, Twisted X Brewing, and the Northwest Pony League.

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Funny Moments, Bits, or Memorable Exchanges

  • Knott’s Berry Farm British bit [00:03:15–00:03:50]: After Trevin mentions being a “Knott’s Berry Farm kind of guy,” Sawyer jokes that Trevin must be British, prompting Trevin to do an extended mock-British child voice asking for jam, crumpets, and Paddington Bear.
  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dig [00:04:44–00:05:11]: Trevin sarcastically calls SGA the “alleged” MVP after his poor performance, then notes he was courtside at the game bringing a comic friend — calling it both a cool and not-cool-guy move simultaneously.
  • “Act of God Smack” insurance joke [00:06:13]: Sawyer quips “Nothing says insurance like Godsmack” about the Germania Insurance Amphitheater hosting the band, then follows with “Unfortunately, most insurance does not cover Act of God Smack.”
  • Spelling bee challenge [00:08:23–00:08:57]: After discussing the spelling bee, Sawyer challenges Trevin to spell “dilemma” on the spot. Trevin fumbles through it, at one point suggesting “two N’s make an M,” then deflects by pointing out the Toadies song “Possum Kingdom” is spelled wrong.
  • Trevin’s son crying at the movie night [00:09:46–00:10:15]: Sawyer recounts how he scared Trevin’s young son at the outdoor movie event by picking him up after a game of chase, causing the child to burst into tears. Trevin’s defense: “Don’t play that ‘catch me, catch me’ game and then get got and throw a fit.” They reveal a Happy Meal fixed everything.
  • Trevin bailing on Dazed and Confused [00:10:34–00:10:45]: Trevin admits that after getting up at 5 a.m. for the show, once Matthew McConaughey’s character Wooderson appeared on screen, he’d seen enough and headed home before the famous “They stay the same age” line.

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Austin Events, Concerts, or Local Happenings — Food Mentioned

  • Bad Larry’s Burger Club [00:07:33]: Providing food at Big Dumb Fest 4 at the Mohawk on Saturday.

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Summary

The Friday morning show opens mid-conversation with Trevin and Sawyer in classic banter mode, debating the meaning of “it’s all downhill from here” and using it as a lens for Friday’s place in the weekly grind. The conversation drifts into roller coaster physics, theme park preferences, and a lengthy mock-British bit before the hosts pivot to sports. The big sports story is the San Antonio Spurs surviving a do-or-die playoff game against OKC, winning 118–91 behind a dominant performance from Victor Wembanyama. Trevin uses the moment to take several shots at Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s rough outing, and the hosts briefly tease an upcoming segment about Steve Sarkisian and the Longhorns.

The show also packs in a dense weekend events preview, covering concerts at venues across Austin including Homegrown Live, the Moody Amphitheater, Germania Insurance Amphitheater, ACL Live, Green Hall, and the Mohawk. Highlights include Godsmack with Stone Temple Pilots, String Cheese Incident, the Old 97s, and the chaotic-sounding Big Dumb Fest 4. Trevin also tips listeners that Waterloo Records is hosting a signing with Jim Ward of Sparta on the occasion of the band’s new album release. A brief news segment covers the Scripps National Spelling Bee, where 14-year-old Shrey Parikh won $50,000 — prompting Trevin to attempt and fumble a live spelling of “dilemma.”

The warmest segment of this portion is the hosts’ recap of their “Dazed and Confused” outdoor movie night, held the previous evening at a Northwest Pony League field. Sawyer details how he accidentally made Trevin’s young son cry by picking him up during a game of chase (remedied by a Happy Meal), and Trevin admits he left the film early after waking up at 5 a.m. The event benefited the Northwest Pony League and was sponsored by Happy Clouds, Regal Movies, and Twisted X Brewing, among others. The hosts invited listeners who attended to text in a thumbs up, suggesting the event could become a recurring series.

⏰ Second Hour

Here is the analysis of this portion of the show:

Topics Covered

  • College football trash talk between Texas and Texas Tech
  • Students stuck on a Galveston roller coaster (Texas news)
  • Study on arts activities and longevity
  • San Antonio Spurs vs. Oklahoma City Thunder NBA playoff recap
  • New music releases
  • Austin Record Convention mention
  • “Signs you’ve made it” lifestyle banter
  • Pellet grill vs. Weber debate
  • Tacos delivered to the studio

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Austin or Texas News Stories

  • [00:16:08] Eight students on a Houston-area school field trip got stuck on the Iron Shark roller coaster at Pleasure Pier in Galveston; the ride stopped near its 105-foot peak at 5:21 p.m. and the last students weren’t rescued until after 8 p.m. by the Galveston Fire Department
  • Trevin joked about the wisdom of building large metal structures near the Gulf, where salt air causes rust

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Sports Topics

  • [00:11:48] Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian made comments (without naming names) suggesting a Texas team in another conference had such a weak schedule that UT’s second and third-string players could go undefeated against it — widely interpreted as a shot at Texas Tech
  • Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire responded, saying he didn’t think Sarkisian would take a shot without calling them out directly, and invited UT to come to Lubbock to find out
  • Trevin sided skeptically with Sarkisian’s bravado, noting UT has a tough schedule ahead including a trip to Knoxville and another game against Texas A&M
  • Trevin warned Sarkisian: “You better make the playoffs this year, buddy” — [00:12:58]
  • [00:20:26] San Antonio Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 118–91 in Game 6, forcing a Game 7 to be played the next day (Saturday, May 30)
  • Victor Wembanyama (noted as 7’7″) and rookie Dylan Harper credited with carrying the team
  • Trevin called out Thunder MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for a poor performance, noting he had scored more playoff points from the free throw line than from the field
  • Trevin mentioned the NBA was allegedly sending cease-and-desist letters to betting organizations publicizing that statistic
  • Trevin referenced the Dallas Mavericks blowing out the Phoenix Suns in a home Game 7 as evidence that home-court advantage in Game 7s is no longer guaranteed
  • Take/Prediction: Implicit confidence that the Spurs could win Game 7 on the road in OKC

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Austin Music, Venue, or Event Mentions

  • [00:13:24] Austin Record Convention is happening Saturday and Sunday at the Palmer Events Center downtown; Trevin said he planned to attend and spend money on cassette tapes

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Food or Restaurant Discussions

  • [00:13:14] Tacos and horchata arrived at the studio, ordered via DoorDash (Sawyer used a free 30-day reactivation trial); described as hot and spicy
  • [00:14:55] Extended discussion about pellet grills vs. Weber grills; Trevin said his next “I’ve made it” milestone is getting a pellet grill so he can barbecue without babysitting the fire while drinking — called it “the only job I want a robot to take”
  • Trevin said he’s keeping his Weber for active cooking but wants the pellet grill for long low-and-slow cooks

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Funny Bits, Debates, or Memorable Moments

  • [00:13:48] “Signs You’ve Made It” bit: Trevin’s milestone was getting a fridge with a water dispenser; Sawyer countered that he has a dedicated garage fridge just for drinks; Trevin declared a second grill his next status symbol — [00:14:55] “I’m not paying my federal student loans, but I got two grills”
  • [00:17:59] Sawyer challenged the legitimacy of the longevity/arts study because it came from “University College London,” mocking the name as “the laziest school name ever.” Trevin defended it. The two riffed on the name, eventually landing on “Unicole” as a nickname
  • [00:14:58] Trevin joked about reactivating DoorDash on a free trial and setting an alarm to cancel it: “I’m balling. I’m living.”
  • [00:20:36] Trevin opened the sports segment with a joke comparing Jim Bowie, Colonel Travis, Davy Crockett, and Victor Wembanyama — “They all made famous last stands in San Antonio. Unfortunately for three of them, it didn’t end so well.”
  • [00:15:14] “L.I.V.I.N.” reference — a nod to *Dazed and Confused*, fitting given the Austin setting

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Pop Culture, National News, or Non-Austin Topics

  • [00:18:15] Reference to Bryan Johnson (not named explicitly, described as “that weird slimy man injecting things into his body”), discussed in contrast to the arts-and-longevity study
  • [00:22:02] New music releases mentioned: Paul McCartney has a new studio album coming out (first in over five years, with Ringo Starr guesting); Kurt Vile has a new album called *Philadelphia’s Been Good to Me*
  • Trevin expressed frustration that he tuned into something expecting Paul McCartney and got “Charlie P” instead — [00:22:11]
  • Brief Oasis reference (“Live Forever”) and a “Forever Young” reference in the longevity discussion

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Summary

This portion of the show opens with Trevin firing up a college football debate, breaking down Steve Sarkisian’s thinly veiled jab at Texas Tech and the subsequent clap-back from Red Raiders head coach Joey McGuire. Trevin had fun with it but also put Sarkisian on notice, reminding him that UT faces a genuinely difficult schedule — including road trips to Knoxville and another A&M game — before anyone should be talking playoff locks. The segment had the feel of a fan venting in a sports bar, casual and opinionated rather than overly analytical.

The show then shifted into a looser, more conversational groove. Sawyer’s DoorDash-ordered tacos and horchata arrived mid-segment, prompting a fun “signs you’ve made it” exchange where the bar was set refreshingly low — a fridge water dispenser, a garage beer fridge, and the dream of owning a pellet grill ranked higher than designer watches or walk-in closets. Trevin’s enthusiasm for the pellet grill (“I want something I can get drunk and it does the work for me”) got a big laugh, and his candid admission about still having student loans while fantasizing about a second grill was a relatable, self-deprecating moment that played well.

The back half covered a Texas news story about students stranded on a Galveston roller coaster, a study on arts activities extending lifespan (which Sawyer dismissively challenged because of the school name “University College London”), and a sports segment that included a sharp Alamo-themed joke to set up the Spurs’ Game 6 win over OKC. Trevin was clearly skeptical of SGA’s performance and took a mild shot at the NBA over the free-throw controversy. The segment wrapped with a quick rundown of new Friday music releases, including Paul McCartney’s new album and Kurt Vile’s latest, before heading to break.

🏁 Final Hour

Here is the analysis of the final portion of “Trevin & Sawyer In The Morning” from Friday, May 29, 2026:

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Topics Covered in the Final Portion

  • New music releases for the week, including a new Boards of Canada album (their first since 2013) and a new single from Violet Grohl (David Grohl’s daughter) called “Be Sweet to Me” [00:22:29–00:23:12]
  • An upcoming Kurt Vile concert at ACL Live in June, with Being Dead opening [00:22:37–00:22:46]
  • The Austin Record Convention happening that weekend [00:23:20–00:24:01]
  • World Cup logistics: Uber launching a shuttle service from AT&T Stadium in Arlington to Dallas for $45, and the controversy over New York transit fees reaching $100 (later reduced to $20 by the governor) [00:24:07–00:25:37]
  • A riff on Madonna — her new album, her interview with Grindr, her revelation that JFK Jr. was her best sexual partner, and a comedic rundown of her famous relationships including Dennis Rodman, A-Rod, and Tupac Shakur [00:25:46–00:31:03]
  • A behind-the-scenes moment about Trevin nearly not making it to the show that morning [00:31:03–00:31:14]
  • A callback to a 101X event in the park the day before (Thursday), where Sawyer briefly went missing [00:31:15–00:32:03]
  • Weekend plans from both hosts [00:32:14–00:32:41]

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Closing News Stories or Sports Updates

  • World Cup shuttle service news: Uber launching $45 rides from AT&T Stadium in Arlington to Dallas, with seats available days ahead of each match and some reserved for match day [00:24:07–00:25:12]
  • Brief mention of the San Antonio Spurs playoff series, with Trevin noting he’d be open to watching a potential Game 7 [00:32:20–00:32:41]
  • Mention of the upcoming Dallas Stars vs. Vegas Golden Knights Stadium Series game at AT&T Stadium [00:25:13–00:25:19]

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Final Austin Event or Weekend Recommendations

  • The Austin Record Convention: Sawyer enthusiastically recommended attending, calling out Piranha Records specifically as a vendor worth supporting [00:23:20–00:24:01]
  • Kurt Vile at ACL Live in June with Being Dead opening, mentioned as a show worth catching [00:22:37–00:22:46]

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Funny Closing Moments or Memorable Quotes

  • Sawyer joked that Violet Grohl’s broody new song made him think “What if I told you Kurt Cobain’s her real father?” [00:23:03–00:23:07]
  • Sawyer’s cassette tape bit: “Switch hobbies, dude. Look at all the plastic that’s in our house now.” — joking about how he outspends his wife at the Austin Record Convention while spending a fraction of the cost on tapes [00:23:20–00:23:43]
  • Sawyer’s riff on Madonna: “We are in the darkest of timelines” — referring to the “cat person Madonna” vs. a version with just a fake accent [00:26:06–00:26:18]
  • Trevin crossing a line with a JFK Jr. plane crash joke involving a cone bra: “He stabbed her, then she stabbed him with a cone” — prompting immediate regret and laughter [00:28:52–00:29:08]
  • Sawyer on Dennis Rodman: “He wasn’t that weird, Dennis Rodman, till post-Madonna” — implying Madonna is responsible for Rodman’s eccentricity [00:28:26–00:28:35]
  • Sawyer renaming “When I Come Around” by Green Day as “When I Cone Around” in Madonna’s honor [00:29:54–00:30:01]
  • The hosts jokingly called Trevin “the Shoal Creek Bandit” after he admitted to window shopping in a nice neighborhood after the park event [00:31:43–00:32:03]
  • Trevin’s theory that JFK Jr. “probably knew how to fly a plane up until the moment after Madonna” [00:28:44–00:28:50]

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How the Show Wrapped Up / Previews

  • Both hosts exchanged weekend plans: Trevin mentioned the Austin Record Convention; Trevin noted he’d watch a potential Spurs Game 7 [00:32:14–00:32:41]
  • Sawyer gave out social media handles for both hosts (@TrevinOnTheRadio and @SawyerStull) and plugged 101X’s Morning X account [00:32:41–00:32:48]

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3-Paragraph Summary

The final stretch of the May 29th show kicked off with a quick rundown of new music releases, highlighted by the first Boards of Canada studio album since 2013 and a new single from Violet Grohl, which prompted Sawyer to joke that her broody sound suggested Kurt Cobain might be her real father. The hosts also hyped an upcoming Kurt Vile show at ACL Live and pointed listeners toward the Austin Record Convention happening that weekend, with Sawyer sharing a running bit about how he always outpaces his wife in purchases by buying cassette tapes at a fraction of the cost of her records — and loving every second of it.

Trevin then delivered the morning’s headlines, covering Uber’s new World Cup shuttle service running from AT&T Stadium in Arlington to Dallas for $45, and poking fun at Arlington’s geographic isolation from Dallas proper. This segued into a lengthy, freewheeling comedic discussion about Madonna — sparked by her Grindr interview in which she named JFK Jr. as her top sexual partner. Sawyer enthusiastically ranked her famous relationships, crowned Dennis Rodman as his personal pick for most likely to have “knocked the cone-shaped bra off Madonna,” and even floated the theory that Madonna is single-handedly responsible for Rodman’s post-NBA eccentricity. Trevin then made an ill-advised JFK Jr. plane crash joke that he immediately caught heat for, leading to one of the more chaotic exchanges of the segment.

The show closed on a warm, loose note. Trevin ribbed Sawyer about disappearing during the previous evening’s 101X park event, and Sawyer deflected by joking about “window shopping” in a nice neighborhood on his way out — earning himself the nickname “the Shoal Creek Bandit.” Both hosts briefly shared their weekend plans, plugged their social media accounts, and signed off with Trevin noting they’d “found some stride” heading into next week. The overall tone was relaxed and celebratory of a good Friday show.

Analysis generated from archived transcripts. Hosts: Trevin Smith and Sawyer Stull. Morning X — Austin, TX.

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