Set 2: Fake Steven Segal

In this episode of 'With Stugatz and Hockman,' host Mark Hockman dives deep into the absurdly iconic 'fake Steven Seagal' bit that took over the Levitard Show. The segment began as a joke impersonation of the action star's mannerisms—slow, clipped speech, Zen-like seriousness, and a penchant for saying 'where mama at?'—but quickly evolved into a full-blown, recurring sketch that became a fan favorite. Hockman recounts how the bit gained momentum, even influencing real-life interactions, like when he startled a colleague by speaking in character. The segment expanded into 'Steven Seagal's Top Five,' a satirical list of parishes and rights, which grew increasingly ridiculous. Despite Dan Patrick's growing fatigue, Hockman kept it going, fueled by the joy of misleading his co-host and audience. The episode culminates in the surreal moment when the real Steven Seagal appeared on the show, only to be met with the fake version—resulting in a brief, awkward, but ultimately hilarious exchange. The segment eventually faded, but not before becoming a legendary part of the show's lore. The episode also features sponsor plugs for Cameo, iHeartRadio podcasts, and a nostalgic look back at 1984 with 'Look Back At It.'