Digest

This episode of Bitch Bible Classics features a collection of Jackie's favorite prank calls from the early days of the podcast. Jackie explains that she used to make prank calls to her grandma Gloria, cousin Joe, and friends of the show because she was fairly certain they wouldn't sue her. However, she learned in 2018 that recording people without their permission is illegal in California. She recounts two prank calls that never saw the light of day for legal reasons, one to Vicki Gumbelson's Cotto Insurance Company and another to DJ James Kennedy. Jackie then proceeds to make a prank call to Stasi Schroeder, pretending to be the manager of the apartment building next door to her, and tells her that she's receiving a citation for disturbing the peace with her creepy clown. Jackie then enlists her producer Ray to prank call her cousin Joanna, pretending to be a police officer who found her photo on an escort service website. The episode ends with Jackie reflecting on the importance of prank calls in the early days of Bitch Bible and how they helped to create a sense of community and humor.

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00:00:00

Introduction

This Chapter introduces the concept of Bitch Bible Classics, a collection of Jackie's favorite prank calls from the early days of the podcast. Jackie explains that she used to make prank calls to her grandma Gloria, cousin Joe, and friends of the show because she was fairly certain they wouldn't sue her. However, she learned in 2018 that recording people without their permission is illegal in California. She recounts two prank calls that never saw the light of day for legal reasons, one to Vicki Gumbelson's Cotto Insurance Company and another to DJ James Kennedy.

00:03:13

Prank Call to Stasi Schroeder

This Chapter features a prank call to Stasi Schroeder, where Jackie pretends to be the manager of the apartment building next door to her. Jackie tells Stasi that she's receiving a citation for disturbing the peace with her creepy clown, which she keeps in the perch of her window. The call is filled with humorous banter and ends with Jackie revealing that she's been recording the call.

00:12:20

Planning a Prank Call to Grandma Gloria

This Chapter focuses on Jackie and her producer planning a prank call to Jackie's grandmother Gloria. They brainstorm different scenarios and characters, ultimately deciding to have Jackie's producer call Gloria pretending to be a desperate guy trying to raise capital for an off-Broadway musical. The call is set to be a humorous take on the Anne Frank story, with a musical twist.

00:19:05

Prank Call to Grandma Gloria

This Chapter features the actual prank call to Jackie's grandmother Gloria. Jackie's producer calls Gloria pretending to be a desperate guy trying to raise capital for an off-Broadway musical based on the Anne Frank story. The call is filled with humorous misunderstandings and ends with Gloria hanging up on the caller.

00:28:41

Prank Call to Cousin Joanna

This Chapter features a prank call to Jackie's cousin Joanna. Jackie's producer calls Joanna pretending to be a police officer from the US consulate who has received a complaint against her for public indecency. The call is filled with humorous banter and ends with Joanna hanging up on the caller.

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Q&A

• What are some of Jackie's favorite prank calls from the early days of Bitch Bible?

  Jackie's favorite prank calls include calls to her grandma Gloria, cousin Joe, and friends of the show. She also mentions a call to Vicki Gumbelson's Cotto Insurance Company and another to DJ James Kennedy, but those calls never aired due to legal reasons.

• Why did Jackie stop making prank calls to people she wasn't sure would sue her?

  Jackie learned in 2018 that recording people without their permission is illegal in California. This led her to stop making prank calls to people she wasn't sure would sue her.

• What is the prank call to Stasi Schroeder about?

  Jackie pretends to be the manager of the apartment building next door to Stasi and tells her that she's receiving a citation for disturbing the peace with her creepy clown, which she keeps in the perch of her window.

• What is the prank call to Joanna Scapa about?

  Jackie's producer calls Joanna pretending to be a police officer from the US consulate who has received a complaint against her for public indecency.

• What is the musical that Jackie's producer pretends to be raising capital for?

  The musical is a humorous take on the Anne Frank story, with a musical twist. It is set to premiere at the Wilshire Boulevard Temple and features the music of Carly Rae Jepsen.

• Why does Jackie's producer choose to call Gloria pretending to be a desperate guy trying to raise capital for a musical?

  Gloria is known for her love of pop culture and her willingness to participate in Jackie's prank calls. The producer believes that Gloria will be amused by the call and will be willing to play along.

• What is the significance of the Wilshire Boulevard Temple in the prank call to Gloria?

  The Wilshire Boulevard Temple is a historic synagogue located in Los Angeles, California. It is one of the largest and most prominent synagogues in the United States and is known for its beautiful architecture and its active community. The Wilshire Boulevard Temple has been a center of Jewish life in Los Angeles for over a century and is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. The producer uses the Wilshire Boulevard Temple as a reference point in the prank call to Gloria because it is a place that Gloria is familiar with and that has historical significance for her.

• What is the significance of Carly Rae Jepsen in the prank call to Gloria?

  Carly Rae Jepsen is a Canadian singer-songwriter, known for her hit songs "Call Me Maybe" and "Run Away With Me." She is a popular figure in the world of pop music and is known for her catchy tunes and her energetic performances. Carly Rae Jepsen has won numerous awards for her music and is considered one of the most successful Canadian artists of all time. The producer uses Carly Rae Jepsen as a reference point in the prank call to Gloria because she is a popular figure in pop culture and is likely to be familiar to Gloria.

• What is the significance of Anne Frank in the prank call to Gloria?

  Anne Frank was a young Jewish girl who went into hiding with her family during World War II. She kept a diary during her time in hiding, which was later published and became a world-renowned literary work. Anne Frank's story is a powerful testament to the human spirit and the importance of hope and resilience in the face of adversity. Her diary has been translated into over 70 languages and has sold over 30 million copies worldwide. The producer uses Anne Frank as a reference point in the prank call to Gloria because she is a well-known historical figure and her story is likely to be familiar to Gloria.

• What is the significance of the Notting Hill restaurant in the prank call to Joanna?

  Notting Hill is a popular neighborhood in London, known for its charming streets, its vibrant culture, and its many restaurants. The producer uses Notting Hill as a reference point in the prank call to Joanna because it is a place that Joanna is likely to be familiar with and that has a certain level of prestige and sophistication. The producer also uses the Notting Hill restaurant as a way to create a sense of believability for the prank call, as it is a place where someone might be caught exposing their breasts in public.

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