BMMS 9-24-26

September 24, 2026

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The Hidden Truth Behind Super Size Me and Other Things That Sound Better Than They Are

Morgan Spurlock's 2004 documentary Super Size Me was a cultural phenomenon. It grossed $22 million worldwide on a $65,000 budget, won Best Director at Sundance, earned an Academy Award nomination, and was shown in schools across America. The premise seemed straightforward: Spurlock would eat only McDonald's for 30 days, consuming every menu item at least once, super-sizing whenever offered, and limiting his activity to roughly 5,000 steps per day—what he described as the average American's walking amount. The results were dramatic: he gained 24-25 pounds, his cholesterol spiked, his liver enzymes became alarming, and his doctor expressed serious concern. The film appeared to prove that fast food was uniquely destructive to human health.

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1 (02:58) **Show Open and Host Introductions** - The Big Mad Morning Show kicks off with the usual energy, welcoming the hosts and setting up the day's segments.
2 (05:13) **Things That Sound Great But Are Overrated** - The hosts discuss a list of things that seem appealing but are actually disappointing in reality.
3 (18:46) **Break and Segment Transition** - The show takes a break, with a promise to give away Tulsa State Fair tickets and dive into Gimpy's conspiracy theories.
4 (19:07) **Quickie News Stories: Strange Arrests and Accidents** - The hosts share a few bizarre news items, including a Florida woman caught with cocaine in her rectum and a baby with a dangerously high blood alcohol level.
5 (26:40) **Woman Drinks Toilet Water to Avoid DUI** - The hosts share a story about a woman who drank toilet water in an attempt to reset the observation period for a breathalyzer test.
6 (29:51) **Break and Concert Announcements** - The show announces upcoming concerts, including Metallica and the 20th annual Cancer Sucks Concert.
7 (31:19) **Interview with Bikers Against Child Abuse (BACA)** - The president of the Central Oklahoma chapter of BACA, known as "Nine Half," discusses the organization's mission and upcoming events.

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Show Notes

HAPPY FRIGGIN' "A" FRIDAY EVE!!!!! There's A Lot Of Things In This World That Are Overrated, When You 6 Month Old Has A B.A.C. of .383, Drinking Toilet Water, We Talk With B.A.C.A., Conspiracy Theory Thursday, Top List, & Marrying Your Coworkers Spouse!!!!