The Musers β 2024-09-05
The Musers β 1310 The Ticket, Dallas | Thursday, September 5, 2024
π Segments This Day
- Ryan Bingham
- Shoto the Cat
ποΈ Early Show Analysis
Segments in this portion:
- Ryan Bingham (00:00:01) – Interview segment within Gordo’s Corner featuring singer/songwriter/actor Ryan Bingham discussing his upcoming event at Dickie’s Arena, his music career, and his role on Yellowstone
Guests or interviews:
- Ryan Bingham (00:00:01-07:25) – Singer, songwriter, and actor discussing his upcoming “Ryan Bingham’s The Great Western” event at Dickie’s Arena on October 12th, his music career including the Oscar-winning song “The Weary Kind” from Crazy Heart, and his acting role as Walker on Yellowstone
Sports topics discussed:
- Ryan Bingham mentioned his rodeo background and that his upcoming event will include both a music festival and rodeo at Dickie’s Arena
Summary:
The segment featured an interview with Ryan Bingham, conducted primarily by Gordo with participation from George and Craig (Junior). Bingham discussed his upcoming event “Ryan Bingham’s The Great Western” at Dickie’s Arena on October 12th, which will combine a music festival with rodeo events. The conversation covered his Texas roots, including growing up in Houston, getting married in Dallas, and his early musical development starting with a classical guitar at age 16.
The interview delved into Bingham’s songwriting process and career breakthrough with “The Weary Kind” from the movie Crazy Heart, which won him an Oscar. He described writing the song in the back of a van and how it became a life-changing experience. Bingham explained his organic approach to songwriting, preferring to let inspiration come naturally rather than forcing it, often going months without writing and then producing multiple songs at once.
The final portion focused on his transition into acting, particularly his role as Walker on Yellowstone. Bingham explained how both his movie and TV acting opportunities came through his music connections – first through Crazy Heart director Scott Cooper, then through Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan who discovered Bingham’s ranching background and rodeo experience. He noted that Sheridan told him he’d keep him on the show if he did well, or “kill him off” if he didn’t perform adequately.
β° Mid-Show Analysis
What segments appeared in this portion?
- [00:07:31-00:14:11] Interview with musician Ryan Bingham discussing his upcoming festival “Ryan Bingham’s The Great Western” at Dickey’s Arena on October 12th, his time on the TV show Yellowstone, his bourbon brand, and his connections to the Texas music scene
What sports topics were discussed?
- [00:14:07-00:14:11] Brief mention that Ryan Bingham was on the bull riding team in college and had rodeo experience
Were there any funny moments, Gordo bits, or memorable one-liners?
- [00:12:20-00:12:23] Gordo (Speaker_02) jokingly claims “I’m kind of a sports expert” and “Gordon’s our sports expert” when inviting Ryan to come talk sports
- [00:13:35-00:13:44] Gordo repeatedly emphasizes Ryan’s name in the festival title: “Ryan Bingham’s The Great Western, starring Ryan Bingham, presented by Ryan Bingham and Bingham Bourbon”
- [00:13:52-00:13:54] Sarcastic exchange about Tanya Tucker: “So has Tanya Tucker. I’ve heard her name a lot, too” / “Yes, she’s very popular”
Were there any guests or special visitors?
- [00:07:31-00:13:32] Ryan Bingham, Academy Award-winning musician and Yellowstone actor, interviewed to promote his festival
Any pop culture, music, or non-sports topics discussed?
- Discussion of Ryan Bingham’s role on the TV show Yellowstone and how he met his wife on set
- Extensive talk about the Texas music scene including Pat Green, Cory Morrow, Jason Boland, Cross Canadian Ragweed, and James McMurtry
- Ryan’s bourbon business and how musicians are getting into liquor brands
- Brief mention of “The Last Whistle” movie that featured a theme song collaboration
This portion of The Musers featured an extended interview with Ryan Bingham, the Academy Award-winning musician known for his work on Yellowstone. The conversation covered his upcoming festival at Dickey’s Arena, which will feature Shane Smith and the Saints, Tanya Tucker, and other acts. Bingham discussed his authentic Western background, including his college bull riding experience and ranching lifestyle, explaining how this real-life experience informed his role on Yellowstone where he also met his wife.
The hosts explored Bingham’s deep roots in the Texas music scene, with him reminiscing about his early days opening for legends like Pat Green, James McMurtry, and Cross Canadian Ragweed. The conversation touched on his bourbon business venture, which he explained as a natural extension of his bar-centric musical career. Throughout the interview, there were mentions of his Oscar-winning song “Weary Kind” and his continued connection to venues like Austin’s Continental Club.
Gordo provided his typical comedic touches, jokingly positioning himself as the show’s sports expert and playfully emphasizing all the ways Ryan Bingham’s name appears in his festival branding. The interview concluded with invitations for future studio visits and potential collaborations with other Texas musicians who frequent the show, maintaining the laid-back, relationship-building atmosphere that characterizes The Musers’ approach to guest interviews.
π Final Hour Analysis
Segments in this portion:
Shoto the Cat (00:00:00-00:04:06) – Interview with a cat character based on a real news story about a cat from the Metroplex found 2,000 miles away in Massachusetts. The bit involved Gordo voicing a cat who explains his journey involving being abducted by a cat hoarder, taken to Louisiana, then running away to Boston to follow the Patriots.
Sports topics discussed in this portion:
- New Orleans Saints season prediction (00:01:15) – Shoto mentioned not wanting to suffer through a “terrible eight win season for Saints”
- New England Patriots discussion (00:01:36-00:02:25) – Talk about Tom Brady’s retirement and Bill Belichick’s departure
- Peter King’s retirement (00:02:20-00:02:26) – Mention that Peter King retired and they’re going with “that worder this year”
- 12-team NFL playoff format (00:03:19-00:03:34) – Discussion about whether too many teams makes it less meaningful for regular season
- Patrick Mahomes impression (00:03:11) – Shoto noting that Mahomes “talk like Muppet”
Strong predictions or bold takes:
- Saints will have an 8-win season (00:01:15) – Presented through Shoto’s story
- 12-team playoff concerns (00:03:26-00:03:34) – Shoto expressing that it’s “too many team” and will “take away from regular season”
Funny moments or memorable Gordo bits:
- Shoto the Cat character (00:00:17-00:04:06) – Gordo doing cat voice with constant “meow meow” interjections while telling elaborate story
- Jerry Jones cat ownership joke (00:02:33-00:03:01) – Shoto claiming he “used to be owned by Jerry Joan” but Jerry “never feed me or give me long term contract,” ending with pussy problem joke
- Cat hoarder in Kia Soul detail (00:00:40-00:00:45) – Specific description of abductor driving “old Kia Soul with too many bumper stickers”
- Muppet comparison (00:03:11) – Random observation that “Patrick Mahone talk like Muppet”
How the show wrapped up:
The show ended with Shoto the Cat bit, with Shoto claiming to be “getting so frail about to pass away” and “fading” before the call ended at 00:04:06.
Final notable quotes:
- “So Jerry Joan not only one with a pussy problem meow meow” (00:02:56) – Shoto’s double entendre about Jerry Jones
- “Tim Kaleshaw really hate Dave Moore meow meow” (00:03:36) – Shoto expressing concern about on-air conflicts
- “Meow meow make Shoto sad to think that Ryder do not get along meow” (00:03:43) – Cat’s emotional reaction to perceived host tension
Summary:
This final portion of The Musers was dominated by an elaborate Gordo character bit featuring “Shoto the Cat,” based on a real news story about a cat from the Dallas area found in Massachusetts. The segment showcased Gordo’s absurdist comedy style, with the cat character providing an increasingly ridiculous backstory involving being Jerry Jones’ former pet, getting abducted by a cat hoarder, and traveling across the country to follow the New England Patriots.
The bit seamlessly wove in sports commentary, with Shoto offering predictions about the Saints’ upcoming season, concerns about the expanded NFL playoff format, and observations about Patrick Mahomes sounding like a Muppet. The character also expressed genuine concern about perceived conflicts between radio hosts, adding a meta-commentary element to the comedy. Throughout the segment, Gordo maintained the cat voice with constant “meow meow” interjections while delivering surprisingly coherent sports takes and elaborate plot details.
The show concluded with Shoto dramatically claiming to be fading away, providing a theatrical ending to what was essentially a vehicle for Gordo to combine current events, sports commentary, and absurdist humor into one cohesive character-driven segment. The bit demonstrated The Musers’ ability to take a simple news story and transform it into an extended comedy piece that still managed to incorporate legitimate sports discussion and social commentary.
Analysis generated from archived transcripts. Hosts: Gordon Keith (Gordo), George Dunham, Craig Miller, Mike Rhyner, Donovan Lewis (Junior). Station: 1310 The Ticket, Dallas, TX.
