Advent 2025 E9 - What Would Bob Barker Do?
Episode 9 – What Would Bob Barker Do?
A micro-dose of smart-ass holiday wisdom to listen to while it snows… or while you regret every Christmas gift you’ve ever bought.
In today’s festive rant, Josh Scramble unleashes on one of the great holiday crimes: buying a pet for Christmas. The gang breaks down why tiny bunnies turn into land piranhas, why children should not be trusted with anything that breathes, and why Florida should NOT be selling souvenir-shop turtles to tourists who definitely can’t keep them alive.
Jerry revisits the saga of Kira Pancake’s doomed pet turtles, Jen relives the sadness of watching baby sea turtles march toward statistically certain death, and Josh questions every white person who has ever booked a “sea turtle experience.” The group concludes that the only morally acceptable Christmas pet is a stuffed animal, because it won’t suffer when you forget to feed it.
A warm, cozy holiday episode full of cheer, judgment, animal ethics, and bad childhood memories — just how the Advent Calendar intended.
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🧠 All In Jest Trivia – Last Friday of every month, September–April at the Marshall J. Gardner Center.
🎭 Miller Community Theatre – Support local productions!
🛍️ Indy Indy Bang Bang – Shop local on Lake Street this holiday season.
- (00:43) - Don't Buy Pets for Christmas
- (05:06) - Turtles and Their Misadventures
- (06:18) - Holiday Shopping Local
Creators and Guests
Host
Jerry Pancake
Co-host and resident personality on SoCoolPodcast, Jerry Pancake is equal parts entertainer, storyteller, and small-town legend. Hailing from Miller Beach, Indiana, Jerry brings his unique blend of local flavor, humor, and unfiltered thoughts to every episode. With roots in a community that’s as gritty as it is endearing, Jerry tackles everything from obscure trivia and wild local tales to sharp, laugh-out-loud commentary on anything under the sun. Known for his off-the-cuff insights and a knack for capturing the “what if” moments of life, he’s the heart of the SoCoolPodcast.
Host
Josh Scramble
Josh Scramble, the man with the voice that sounds like your favorite diner’s third cup of coffee—strong, a little gritty, and just the right amount of warm. Scramble isn’t just a co-host on the Miller Morning Madhouse, he’s the ultimate sidekick and instigator. With a knack for digging up Miller Beach's wildest stories, he's known for his quick-witted comebacks and unique comedic edge. Beyond his mic persona, Josh moonlights as a creator of beloved characters like Chuck Roundsteak, a voice that’s been gracing airwaves and kitchens for a decade. When he's not stirring up a laugh or two, you can find him diving deep into the latest Yelp review drama or holding court at local trivia nights with his All In Jest event series. He’s here to remind us all that life’s too short not to laugh at the absurd—and Josh has plenty of it in store.
Guest
Jen Pancake
🎙️ A versatile voice on the Miller Morning Madhouse, Jen brings a range of colorful characters to life, adding flair and fun to every episode. She’s also the voice of Jerry on the Jerry and Gerald Podcast.