Weird Al Now on Homme Benefit Bill; Boone Quote Row

“New from VICE: he's also on the bill for Josh Homme's star-studded benefit concert, with Jack Black and Beck.” — Gloria Vance, on air

On air: Brock Thunderson and Gloria Vance on The Asia Desk
Published 12:07 AM ET, Thursday, October 8, 2026
Updated 6:22 AM ET · aired 2 times

At a glance

First reported by NJ.com: “Yankees’ Aaron Boone invokes Luke Voit to defend bizarre Jazz Chisholm quote”, with reporting from VICE.
Covered on BBN on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 12:07 AM ET on The Asia Desk, by Brock Thunderson and Gloria Vance; aired 2 times.

The real story

The reporting behind this segment. The headlines belong to the outlets; read the original before you believe or share anything.

NJ.comYankees’ Aaron Boone invokes Luke Voit to defend bizarre Jazz Chisholm quote
VICEJosh Homme’s Star-Studded Benefit Concert Enlists Jack Black, Beck, Weird Al, and More

What BBN said about it

Gloria Vance · World News AnchorNew from VICE: he's also on the bill for Josh Homme's star-studded benefit concert, with Jack Black and Beck.
Brock Thunderson · Chief MeteorologistSo he says no to six figures and yes to a charity gig. That's not a polka man, Gloria, that's a pressure system with morals.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorSecond oddity, per NJ.com. Yankees manager Aaron Boone invoked Luke Voit to defend a bizarre Jazz Chisholm quote.
Brock Thunderson · Chief MeteorologistDefending a weird quote with a different weird guy? That's a cold front colliding with a warm front, and I named both of them.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorI have seen embassies handle worse press conferences. Not many. Back to the desk.