The Toucher and Rich Show
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| Genre | Sports talk (2009-present) Comedy, Talk, Rock (2006-2009) |
|---|---|
| Running time | ~4 hours |
| Country |  United States |
| Home station | 98.5 WBZ-FM (beginning August 13, 2009) 104.1 WBCN (June 5, 2006-August 13, 2009) |
| Starring | Fred Toucher Rich Shertenlieb Chris "Crash" Clark Jon Wallach Adolfo Gonzalez |
| Air dates | since June 5, 2006 |
| Website | http://www.cbssports.com/local/boston/radio |
The Toucher and Rich Show is a morning radio show from 6 to 10 AM on The Sports Hub 98.5 WBZ-FM, based Boston, Massachusetts.[1] The show first aired on June 5, 2006. On August 13, 2009, following the demise of WBCN, the show moved to sports talk station WBZ-FM 98.5 "The Sports Hub."
In 2008, Toucher and Rich were nominated for Personality of the Green Line (Alternative Rock) by the Radio & Records Industry Achievement Awards.[2]
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[edit] Show Crew
- Fred "Toucher" Toettcher - co-host
- Rich Shertenlieb - co-host
- Chris "Crash" Clark - 3rd chair, news and sports
- Jon Wallach - sports headlines
- Dan O'Brian - show producer
- Adolfo Gonzalez, Jr. A.K.A. "Kadolfo" A.K.A. "Scoops Gonzalez" A.K.A. "Gonzerelli" - Assistant producer/Production Director
[edit] Former members
- B-Real - show producer (during the WBCN run)
- Intern Nick - useless intern
- PJ - useful intern / production director / 6th man
[edit] History
[edit] The "Iron My Shirt" incident
On January 7, 2008, Nick, a former show intern, and Adolfo pranked Senator Hillary Clinton during a campaign speech in New Hampshire. In front of a crowd of supporters, Clinton spoke the words, "Some people think they can bring about scoliosis..." Upon the word, "scoliosis", Nick and Adolfo, stood up with signs reading, "Iron My Shirt" and proceeded to shout the slogan. Clinton then asked her staffers to "turn the lights on...it's so dark..." She then said, "Ah, the remnants of sexism are alive and well." to applause from the crowd, as the men were led away by Clinton's security. Clinton managed to make light of the incident, asking if anyone in the audience had questions, or still wondered how one irons a shirt.
A journalist, Michael McAuliff of the NY Daily News, followed the pranksters from the speech area and found they had "Hillary for President" stickers, causing accusations they were pro-Hillary plants.[3]
[edit] The "J-si" incident
In 2008, Rich heard a bit done on Kidd Kraddick in the Morning where J-si (Rich's replacement on the show) was doing one of Rich's Bits "The Musical Movie Review" to preview The Love Guru. Rich made it appear he thought that J-si was trying to steal his bit and the next day played the bit on the show and insulted J-si for doing it, as well as sending Kidd Kraddick "The Musical Review of the Musical Movie Review of The Love Guru". It later came to light that Rich had been corresponding with Kidd Kraddick and was aware that he was going to do the bit as a joke. However J-si only performed the bit because the host of the show Kidd Kraddick, mockingly said he missed Rich. After Rich learned this he sent J-si flowers as a joke.
[edit] The Chili Guy
A frequent bit on the radio show involves interviews with a homeless man known as "The Chili Guy". In addition to "The Chili Guy", the man goes by a number of monikers, including "The Zimmy Kid", "Joe Joe LaGardi", "Joe Joe Weiss", "The Bronco Guy", "Leo Razzi", and "Hot Dog Guy". It is believed that The Chili Guy suffers from a mental disorder that causes him to speak in gibberish, and also to converse to an imaginary friend, Timmy. His rants and catch-phrases are a favorite on the show, including, "Couple beers, no beers...chili", "BRING HIM UP ON RACKETEERING CHARGES!", "WHO'S SELLIN WHO'S BUYIN WHO'S SELLIN WHO'S BUYIN" and "How many eights you got?". His favorite food is from "PIZZZZAAA HOOOOUSE", and his favorite beverage is "REEEEEED DRIIIINK". The Chili Guy claims to be related to Ted DiBiase and Hulk Hogan. It has been confirmed that "red drink" is Arizona Fruit Punch, produced by the Arizona Beverage Company; however, this product is not officially endorsed by either the show or The Chili Guy. The Chili Guy is most often interviewed by Adolfo Gonzalez (known by The Chili Guy as "Kadolfo"), who has been told on many occasions that the two have never met.
On May 22, 2008, The Chili Guy exposed "Kadolfo" Gonzalez as a suspect in a murder and robbery of a hotel. He confirmed that Adolfo had been replaced by a duplicate by checking the back of Adolfo's head. The Chili Guy advised him to hide his identity by buying a new pair of shoes and a coffee. He also mentioned that Adolfo needs a shower and should lose weight.
Often times Chili Guy makes Adolfo pay him for his audio. In the event Adolfo does not have enough money, they will venture to a nearby ATM so Adolfo can withdraw more money. In several cases, Chili Guy has demanded larger sums of money while at the ATM, which makes for entertaining audio clips of Chili Guy and Adolfo arguing about money.
As of September 2009 The Chili Guy has been missing. He has not been seen at any of his usual haunts or been reported as being in custody. Some reported sightings have turned out to be a "Chiliganger", a Chili Guy look-a-like.
[edit] Other Frequent Contributors
- Dungeon Master Jim: a Boston lawyer whose main hobby is gaming. DMJ is the T&R definitive source for all things nerdy on the show, and he has begun to have his own segments on the movie review bits. He also hosts "Warp Speed To the Weekend", which is a weekly segment on T&R where Jim discusses the latest events in sci-fi and fantasy for the weekend. The "Warp Speed To the Weekend" segment usually airs on Fridays at 8:30 am.
- The Gunner: An often inebriated caller who begins every call by saying "Hey guys... hey." Pieces with The Gunner include his karaoke of various popular songs. Frequently challenges Adolfo to a "panty drinking contest", which involves chugging beers through a woman's used panties. To this day, many loyal listeners begin their calls with "hey guys, hey" in honor of The Gunner.
- Mike "Behind The Mic" Callahan: A broadcaster from Dean College that sent in a demo tape in the hope that he could take Rich's job. Mike was tasked with making theme songs for all of the towns involved in the "Five Towns in Five Days" promotion that Toucher and Rich presented. Mike frequently attends the Toucher and Rich events. He is also used to judge the joke contests.
- Quincy Brisco: a local legend known for his appearances on cable access television. He considers himself an entertainer, and loves performing karaoke. He also is a big 70's and 80's pop culture trivia buff. He has been teamed with The Gunner several times on the show; his high energy presence in contrast to Gunner's laid back demeanor.
- Rich Cronin: This former member of boy band L.F.O. has become a show favorite with his candid and self-effacing tales of a Boston guy in Hollywood, getting hit on by manager Lou Perlman, and scoring and being dumped by Jennifer Love Hewitt.
- The T.A.R.D.S: The Toucher and Rich Show's fan base, standing for "Toucher And Rich Derelicts/Diehards/Disciples/Degenerates/Drunks".
- "Henry Rollins": A frequent caller to the "You Listened Now Discuss" segment. This intense individual constantly calls back a previous Toucher and Rich, which originally took place in 2007, where they talked about the real Henry Rollins' claim of being punched in the chest by his high school history teacher.
[edit] Frequent Bits
- Ask Crash: Fans of the show can email Crash questions, which he answers on the air every Thursday. One answer is usually in the form of a sarcastic song parody.
- Best of Boston: An annual contest to determine who has the best face, butt, boobs and feet in Boston. Winners get tickets to the "chili pot" St. Patrick day concert where they can win a trip.
- Best of/Worst of Brackets: In this bit, the cast creates March Madness style brackets in order to pit pop culture figures against one another, usually in a field of 16. The most notorious of these bits was the "Worst Comedians" bracket (won by Dane Cook), which garnered international attention from various media outlets and comedy blogs.[4] Other examples include "Worst Sportscaster" (won by Glenn "The Big O" Ordway), "Most Fascinating Person in Boston" (won by The Harvard Square Puppeteer), "Douchiest Douchebag" (won by Spencer Pratt), featuring pick up artist extrordinaire Mystery, Brandon from Incubus, Guy Fieri, and others. "Best Internet Video" (won by The Alabama Leprechaun).
- Dating on Demand: The show analyzes cable company dating videos submitted by less than desirable folks.
- Drunken Celtics/Red Sox recap: a member of the show goes out and interviews drunks outside of stadiums and bars after Celtics and Red Sox games. The first meeting with the Chili Guy came during a drunken Red Sox recap.
- I Rule: A weekly contest similar to the 100,000 Dollar Pyramid
- Rich Goes to the Movies: Rich reviews two or three movies in the theaters. The last review is sung to the theme music of Magnum P.I.
- Sports: Crash's sports report. The opening song to the bit is "You're the Best" from the movie Karate Kid.
- Ward Wednesdays: Boston Bruins veteran defenseman Aaron Ward previously called in to the show during the NHL season to discuss life with the Boston Bruins. Ward has since been traded away from Boston, and a new Bruin is expected to take his place as a regular call-in guest.
- Would You Buy It: Rich announces the week's new music and DVD releases.
- The Male Bag: As Fred says "A delightful pun!" Listeners submit messages via the internet to the show and some get played by a computerized voice on the next show.
- Ask a Pink Hat: Adolfo goes out and finds a less-than knowledgeable female fan wearing a pink Red Sox cap and asks her basic questions about the Red Sox.
[edit] External links
- The Toucher and Rich Show official website on WBCN.com (defunct)
- The Toucher and Rich Show on 98.5 "The Sports Hub"
