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A fun morning show with host Brock Short. Enjoy special guests, games and total randomness. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brockinthemorning/support

Brock Short


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    Thursday, February 19, 2026: Dolly Parton at Silver Dollar City, “The Feud,” and a Wedding Vendor Takeover at Mansion at the Orchard

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 68:11


    Brock kicks off a lively Thursday show with DJ Jon back in the studio and first-time guest Julianne joining the chaos. The “Trending Thread” asks listeners which celebrity they've accidentally met—Julianne shares a wild Dolly Parton encounter at Silver Dollar City, Jon tells a Guitar Center story involving Metallica's Jason Newsted, and callers chime in with everything from shaking hands with the Rolling Stones to running into Roy Williams.From there, the show rolls through “danger sounds” (yes, Teams notifications count), fun facts, and a round of “The Feud” where Julianne takes the win after the board reveals the real answers (attitude and in-laws… not “driving,” Jon

    Monday, February 9, 2026: Don't Knock It Till You Try It, Monday Soapboxes, and Valentine's Week Chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 52:51


    It's a Monday edition of Brock in the Morning with Amanda, and the week kicks off unfiltered. The crew debates “don't knock it till you try it” ideas (from essential oils to grilled PB&J), reacts to bizarre news stories involving iguanas, sticky-bun disputes, and viral trends, and dives into real-life soapboxes—early phone calls, messy people, online comment sections, and basic human etiquette. Plus: Valentine's Week reminders, Olympic fun facts, pizza takes, pop culture headlines, and the kind of everyday chaos that makes Monday mornings survivable.

    Friday, February 6, 2026: Parents Who Fix Everything, Dragon Riders, and Peak Friday Morning Chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 65:49


    It's a full-throttle Friday on Brock in the Morning. The crew, Jon and Kelli, debates what responsibilities they'll happily let their parents handle forever, dives into wild stories from around the world (150-year-old alcohol tastings, record-breaking NFL superfans, and getting trapped in a car wash), and celebrates good news that proves the universe still has a sense of humor. Plus: dragon-riding events at the Crescent Hotel, hot takes on outdated home trends, bizarre product recalls, pop culture chaos, and the kind of off-the-rails banter that only happens when the weekend is one coffee away.

    Wednesday, February 4, 2026: Actors We'd Love to Work With, Viral Wedding Moments, and Random Morning Show Chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 60:21


    Brock and Larra kick off the morning with a fun debate about which actors and actresses they'd love to star in a movie with, then dive into viral moments, bizarre headlines, and the kind of random stories only a live morning show can deliver. From heartwarming wedding stories and celebrity news to odd TikTok trends, pop culture chaos, and plenty of laughs along the way, this episode is classic Brock in the Morning—unfiltered, unpredictable, and entertaining from start to finish.

    Monday, January 26, 2026: Snow Days, Birthday Coffee, Movie Repeats & Parking Lot Rage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 70:24


    It's a snowy Monday on Brock in the Morning and the studio turns into a birthday party. Brock is joined by Amanda (the birthday queen) and Stephanie as they sip coffee, dodge snowpocalypse panic, and debate the movies they've watched way too many times.The crew dives into repeat-watch classics, modern comedies that just don't hit the same, awkward parking lot standoffs, flight attendant pet peeves, retirement boredom, kitchen gear regrets, and why Northwest Arkansas absolutely loses its mind over snow. Along the way: coffee obsessions, Costco runs, fondue adventures, real-life nostalgia, and the kind of off-the-rails conversations that only happen when school's canceled and everyone's a little punchy.Cozy, chaotic, funny — and exactly what a snow day radio show should sound like.

    Wednesday, January 21, 2026: What Earns a Second Date? Plus Vietnam Stories & New Emojis Dropping

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 58:02


    It's Wednesday on Brock in the Morning and Lara's back in studio—fresh off Vietnam and already packing for Vegas. The trending thread asks: what made you say yes to a second date? Lara drops the plot twist: she didn't even want a second date with Joe… until he earned one. Callers weigh in with the little things that matter (like being called “beautiful” and door-holding consistency).Then the show swerves into headline madness (yes, someone tried to ignite a shotgun slug in a Panera bathroom), airplane seat etiquette, and the science of becoming immune to gross stuff once you're a parent. Lara shares emotional, life-changing moments from a Vietnam wheelchair distribution trip—including healing conversations with veterans—and teases upcoming film projects and vocal lessons.To top it off: nine new emojis are coming, including a cracked face, pickle, butterfly net, and asteroid—because apparently we needed those more than world peace.

    Tuesday, January 20, 2026: How to Spot a Liar, Snow Panic, AI Takes, Florida Crimes & Morning Radio Tangents

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 59:48


    Brock and Danielle kick off a cold Tuesday with real talk, random facts, and classic Brock in the Morning chaos. They break down the telltale signs that instantly make you think someone's lying, debate snow predictions, air-fried marshmallows, Florida crime logic, and whether eye contact actually means honesty.Along the way: AI opinions on Kit Kats, parenting vs. chores, Gen Z intelligence debates, celebrity dirt, phobias, pizza toppings, health myths, Tesla stories, Super Bowl talk, and why morning honesty might be a real thing. It's fast-moving, funny, unpredictable, and exactly what you expect when the coffee hits before the filter does.

    Monday, January 19, 2026: Bad Drivers, Moon Hotels, FBI Conversation Hacks & Absolute Morning Chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 71:27


    Brock kicks off Brock in the Morning with Amanda and Kristen for a wildly unfiltered episode packed with trending topics, ridiculous news, and real-life side quests. The crew debates skills that could change your life, bad drivers and Tesla tickets, FBI tricks to stop people from interrupting you, and whether anyone should ever trust a non-refundable moon hotel deposit.Along the way: strange crimes, emus on the loose, Guinness World Records, celebrity gossip, canceled celebrities, Super Bowl snacks, Alpha-Gal realities, birthday drama, coffee confessions, scam warnings, and a brutally honest breakdown of why some people should absolutely not be allowed behind the wheel. It's fast, funny, unpredictable, and exactly what morning radio is supposed to be.

    Thursday, January 15, 2026: Worst Ideas Ever, Fake Cities, Dangerous Sports & Wedding Soapboxes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 59:27


    It's a classic Brock in the Morning chaos episode as Brock, DJ Jon, and guest wedding planner Laura Reehl trade stories about the worst ideas people have ever had—from winter camping disasters and bad moving decisions to flying after a volcano eruption. The crew dives into trending topics like the most dangerous sports you wouldn't expect, the fakest cities in the world, strange viral food “hacks,” and bizarre news stories that make you question humanity.Plus: wedding hot takes (goodbye, garter toss

    Tuesday, January 13, 2026: Back for 2026: Ridiculous Collections, Strange Addictions, Sauna Science & Why Garlic Might Make You Hotter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 70:32


    The first Brock in the Morning of 2026 kicks off with caffeine, chaos, and catching up after the holidays. Brock and Danielle dive into ridiculous collections (Funko Pops, cars, books), viral news stories, bizarre addictions, and people doing absolutely unhinged things in public. They debate sauna culture, garlic's surprising effects on attraction, sugar-free living, coffee habits, and why speeding still feels necessary.Plus: strange crimes, random facts, pop culture headlines, Golden Globes talk, Stranger Things reactions, wedding DJ stories, after-holiday parties, and the things we're officially done caring about in 2026. It's funny, unpredictable, and exactly the kind of morning you need to wake up with.

    Friday, December 19, 2025: Japanese Pancakes, Giant Santas & Wedding Planner Chaos with Jillian

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 54:07


    It's a full-on Friday holiday episode of Brock in the Morning, and Jillian makes her radio debut — deer-in-headlights energy and all.The show kicks off with a trending thread on the songs and albums that got people through the year (hello Taylor Swift, Coldplay, Jelly Roll, and Japanese Pancakes), then spirals into peak holiday chaos: HOA battles over a 28-foot inflatable Santa, free weed left near a high school, raccoons falling through restaurant ceilings, and the great white-elephant gift debate (battery organizers, toasters, Squatty Potties, and more).Jillian shares her journey from Missouri State's hospitality program to becoming a full-time wedding planner, how COVID pushed her to start her own business, and what it's really like managing 30+ weddings a year. Plus, engagement news, ballroom-dancing meet-cutes at Crystal Bridges, prom date drama, Christmas trivia, re-gifting etiquette, and why Bombas socks might actually be the perfect gift.It's festive, chaotic, funny, and very Brock in the Morning — the kind of episode that feels like hanging out before Christmas break.

    Thursday, December 18, 2025: Santa Wraps Gifts, Gingerbread Trauma & Holiday Life Lessons

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 67:28


    With Christmas just one week away, Brock and Danielle dive headfirst into full holiday mode. From the eternal debate over whether Santa wraps gifts or leaves them unwrapped, to gingerbread house disasters, ice-skating injuries, and questionable Christmas traditions from around the world, this episode has it all.They tackle internet outrage over Angel Tree gifts, entitlement vs. gratitude, parenting lessons about trust and friendships, and why not everyone deserves access to your inner circle. Along the way, there's holiday trivia, bizarre news stories, celebrity tidbits, Christmas movie debates, and plenty of laughs about the chaos that comes with the season.It's festive, funny, occasionally unhinged, and surprisingly thoughtful — a perfect “one week till Christmas” Brock in the Morning episode.

    Wednesday, December 17, 2025: Naked Christmas Trees, AI Slop & Holiday Chaos with Larra

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 59:53


    Brock and Larra are officially in full holiday mode with just one week to Christmas Eve. From hilarious listener answers about what everyone really wants for Christmas to viral wedding pranks, runaway Amazon deliveries, and a skydiver surviving a midair nightmare, this episode is packed with festive chaos.They break down the rise of the “naked Christmas tree” trend, react to AI-generated content being named the Word of the Year (“slop”), share heartwarming good news stories, and preview next week's Christmas Special. Plus: Grinch anatomy, bad online shopping fails, community kindness, Christmas parades, holiday treats, and why this time of year just hits different.It's funny, festive, slightly unhinged, and exactly what a week-before-Christmas morning should sound like.

    Thursday, December 11, 2025: Best Purchases of the Year & Christmas Chaos with Will

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 62:48


    Will joins Brock in the studio for a chaotic, hilarious Thursday packed with everything you didn't know you needed. The guys debate the best purchase of the year, defend soft-close toilet seats as peak adulthood, and discuss why running is absolutely terrible for you (science says so!).A wild collection of stories unfolds:• A deer gets trapped in a Christmas store• Someone found water in their cranberry sauce can• Peeping Tom Jeopardy champs• Why pacifiers might stunt a boy's maturity• Rubber-chicken Nirvana (yes, really)• The worst Christmas songs ever recorded• And someone who bought an ice cream and ended up with a girlfriendPlus—Will brings the hats, the humor, and the existential questions about flat-earthers, backpack confidence, and why matching outfits should probably stop.It's unfiltered, unpredictable, and very Brock in the Morning.

    Wednesday, December 10, 2025: White Lights, Colored Lights & Christmas Chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 53:00


    Brock and Lara dive into full holiday mode with the most heated debate of the season: white (sorry—clear) lights or multicolored lights? From classy Santa sightings to neighbors waging war with Griswold-level displays, this episode has all the Christmas chaos you need.They break down the best Santa in NWA, insane news stories (including a pants-less sidewalk cocktail moment and a snowblower assault), why some people in Turkey are getting divorced over thirst traps, and a TikTok trend turning spaghetti into full-on Grinch night.Plus: rollerblading in New York, the weird origins of Santa's red suit, Brock's childhood cold-sore photo trauma, and a surprisingly deep dive into festive exterior lighting psychology.It's loud, it's colorful, it's ridiculous — basically the perfect Brock in the Morning holiday episode.

    Tuesday, December 9, 2025: Friendship Dealbreakers, Flat-Earthers & Holiday Chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 55:25


    Brock and Danielle dive straight into the messy side of life—starting with the trending question: What was the final straw that ended a friendship you thought would last forever? From cold-shoulder betrayal on a porch to suddenly “becoming racist,” listeners drop some wild stories.They also hit everything from melted-butter TikTok ice cream to drunk raccoons, weird Christmas parade moments, Sam's Furniture Santa, and whether Krampus belongs anywhere near small children. Plus: college freshman energy, one of the worst “friend breakup” texts ever, why millennials refuse to wear crew socks, and Brock's toddler becoming his #1 fan.It's hilarious, chaotic, and very Brock-in-the-Morning energy—holiday season edition.

    Wednesday, December 3, 2025: Rage-Bait Reviews, Runaway Reindeer & Gift-Giving Fails

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 62:48


    Brock and Larra are back from Thanksgiving and diving straight into the chaos of the season: terrible Christmas gifts (hello, trash compactor), the art of NOT buying your spouse a practical present, and Brock's full-blown rant about a 4-star Airbnb review that still has him fired up. They hit stupid news (a runaway reindeer, a 500-pound bear living under someone's house, SpongeBob at Burger King), talk about how reviews can really hurt small businesses, and debate what your thermostat should be set at in winter. Plus: Oxford's “word of the year,” a heroic pet rabbit that saves a family from a fire, and details on Santa's upcoming visit to Sam's Furniture. Fun, petty, festive, and very on-brand Brock in the Morning.

    Wednesday, November 12, 2025: Bad Acting, Bears, and AI Glam Metal: Fall Fun with Larra Donaldson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 62:40


    It's another wild Wednesday with Brock and Lara! The two dive into everything from bad acting that ruins movies (sorry, Paul Walker) to why Hallmark Christmas films are secretly addictive. They chat about fall leaves, kids diving into piles, and a bear that breaks into a house—twice.Plus:A Florida man shoots over a chicken-and-egg debate

    Tuesday, November 11, 2025: Adult Problems, AI Christmas Photos & Burnt Toast Wisdom

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 56:02


    It's Tuesday on Brock in the Morning! Danielle's back in studio with caffeine, cozy chaos, and a blanket full of hot takes. From “Liquid Death” and fake pumpkin lattes to the new foldable phone Brock won't stop showing off — this episode has everything you didn't know you needed.

    Monday, November 10, 2025: Beans, Blankets & Bad Thermostats

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 58:24


    It's Monday on Brock in the Morning and the gang's all here — Amanda and Jess are back with blankets, bad heat stories, and Brock's latest home repair adventures. From freezing weekends to a trending TikTok “bean diet” (that's not vegan news, it's just chaos), the trio kicks off the week with laughs, weird news, and way too much caffeine.

    Wednesday, November 5, 2025: Holiday Lists, Lost Monkeys & Black Friday Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 60:10


    It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas on Brock in the Morning! Brock and Larra are back together and full of holiday spirit — literally. From Google's “Top 100 Holiday Wish List” to travel chaos stories and monkeys swinging loose in Texas (yes, really), this episode's equal parts cozy and crazy.

    Tuesday, November 4, 2025: Germ-tober, Gift Guilt & Glittery Christmas Trees

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 53:52


    It's the Tuesday after Halloween, and Brock in the Morning is back — with Danielle in studio, germs and all! The two dive into “Germ-tober,” parent life, and why every kid seems to bring home the plague this time of year. Then it's straight into today's Trending Thread: do you actually like receiving gifts?From love languages and thoughtful surprises to Brock's anti-diamond stance (and what he'd do if someone gifted him a dog), this episode is hilarious, honest, and very relatable.

    Thursday, October 30, 2025: Telepathic Messages, Escaped Monkeys & Haunted Tales

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 61:57


    It's the Thursday before Halloween and things get spooky (and hilarious) on Brock in the Morning! Brock is joined by returning guest Kelly — and this episode's got everything: escaped lab monkeys, the viral “bird theory” relationship test, alien predictions, and even a ghost story or two.From talking about what you'd tell all 8 billion people on Earth (telepathically!) to debating candy corn, haunted houses, and how to survive Supermarket Sweep — this episode's a perfect mix of weird, witty, and wonderfully random.

    Wednesday, October 29, 2025: Should Be Free: Parking, Pumpkins, and Paranormal Tales

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 61:57


    It's been a minute, but Brock in the Morning is back — and this episode's got it all. Brock and John dive straight into the chaos of wedding season, school lunch prices, and the universal question: What's something that should be free but never is?From $30 parking at theme parks to paying for air at the gas station, they roast life's little rip-offs before going full “What the Heck?” with stories about escaped monkeys, haunted houses, and moms giving birth to Coldplay soundtracks.

    Wednesday, October 29, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 61:57


    Jon is back on the show.

    Wednesday, October 15, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 60:05


    Larra is in the house!

    Monday, October 13, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 63:36


    Amanda finds her way back into the studio.

    Wednesday, October 1, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 58:24


    It's October! Larra is back after a month of travel and serving.

    Tuesday, September 30, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 62:27


    It's the last day of September! Danielle is in the house!

    Tuesday, September 23, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 50:59


    It's finally FALL! Danielle is here and all about it!

    Monday, September 15, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 57:20


    Amanda and Jess join the show for the first time in a while.

    Tuesday, September 9, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 54:12


    We celebrate DJ Jon's 40th birthday today!

    Thursday, September 4, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 56:55


    Brittany Bloom makes her way back to the show after having the Summer off.

    Wednesday, September 3, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 61:43


    Danielle is a day late but still makes it to the show this week.

    Tuesday, September 2, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 63:48


    Amanda joins us along with her friend Kristen.

    Wednesday, August 27, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 60:19


    Lara and Brock are both back from vacation!

    Thursday, August 14, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 45:06


    DJ Jon joins the show.

    Wednesday, August 13, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 65:14


    Kelly and Stephanie from SOAR NWA join the show.

    Tuesday, August 12, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 65:01


    Danielle joins the show.

    Monday, August 11, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 63:40


    Amanda is back in the studio to kick off "Back to School" Week!

    Friday, August 1, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 55:24


    Jon joins the show for the first day of August.

    Wednesday, July 30, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 66:47


    Dr. Kate is in the house talking about the upcoming gala to bring a Science Center to Northwest Arkansas. The Cosmic Masqerade!Get your tickets here: https://www.nwa.space/cosmicmasquerade

    Tuesday, July 29, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 57:16


    I'm back from vacation and Danielle is in studio. We talk about Coldplay and all the travel.

    Tuesday, July 15, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 65:32


    Danielle is back for the first time this Summer.

    Thursday, July 3, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 66:16


    Jon is back and so is Kelli! Plus, a HUGE giveaway!

    Wednesday, July 2, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 66:26


    Lara is here to co-host

    Thursday, June 26, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 61:37


    Jon is back in the studio and we are joined by Kelli who is having the first ever "Bookish Ball" here in NWA on July 19th at 21c. Check it out here: https://astraeafantasyevents.com

    Wednesday, June 25, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 63:03


    Larra is back in the studio.

    Monday, June 24, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 64:29


    Amanda is back and she brought her friend Cherie.

    Tuesday, May 20, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 57:41


    The Danielle's are here to bring the fun!

    Monday, May 19, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 57:43


    Amanda is finally back in the studio and she brings her friend Kristen to join her for the first time.

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