Comedic Style
Rhodes uses humor in her discussion of news and events and makes frequent use of sound effects and sound bites including the voices of George W. Bush and Dick Cheney. Segments often open with a "bit" such as "Today's Talking Point from the Official Guide to Being a Good Republican" or a segment of "BS News." Some of her trademark sound effects are the cherry pop for first-time callers, the bong bubbles, the Howard Dean scream, and various bells and buzzers for indications of how she feels about any particular subject. Music relevant to her current topic of discussion is also featured as she goes to, and comes back from commercial breaks. For many years, "Bounce Your Boobies," by cabaret singer Rusty Warren, was played following the show's opening on Fridays, with some commentary and sound bites during the song; this was discontinued after December 9, 2011. Her show features comedians such as Barry Crimmins and Randy Credico.
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