A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan

Tom Vann & Dan Dennis

Tom and Dan were once sitting in a hotel room in Daytona Beach, Florida where the air-condition didn't work, they were out of beer, and the cable only had 2 channels that came in static free. One of their friends suggested that they leave and attempt to find something better to do to which Dan replied "Why would we want to ruin a mediocre time?" If you were to ask "Tom and Dan" what the meaning of life is, they might tell you that there is none. Born from a feeling that nothing in life truly matters and that for the most part we're all surrounded by scumbags, "Tom and Dan" figured out that there's only one true constant in life; laughter. How did they come to that conclusion? It's all they have. You see, just like the mass majority of us, "T & D" have day jobs and it was at said day job where they cued in on the fact that some of the greatest laughs came at the end of the day. There's just something about the relaxed feeling of knowing that you have very little time left at work to put in. Maybe it's the "punch drunkenness" of still being at work; no one is quite sure. There they sat in their office, the door shut to their co-workers and management, only making each other laugh to the point of tears. Finally they realized that it might not be such a bad idea to roll tape on these conversations. Why not? They would be having them anyway, taped or not, and it was fun. Both of them come from rather lengthy broadcasting careers so setting up a home studio wasn't so hard to do. And with the addition of Ross, the consummate straight man and "News Dad", things got even more "mediocre." Broadcasting since 2009 has garnered a rather extensive following for "T & D" with loyal "scumbags" (as their listeners are affectionately known) checking in from all across the world. Hundreds of shows under their belts and winners of the Orlando Weekly's "Best of Orlando 2011" for "Best Kept Secret" reassures them both that yes…no one is listening! (Best Kept Secret? HA!)

  1. 6d ago

    883 - Lick Suck Nibble

    BudDocs medical marijuana cards, renewals, telemedicine, Bud Deals, transfers, and money-back guarantee Friday Free Show with Tom, Dan, and Ross McCoy New RODE mic stand from Sweetwater Orlando Science Center Stellar Nights laser shows, Queen, Taylor Swift, and late-night exhibits Ross and Larry Fulford's interactive comedy show with live audience voting Heavy rain hurts comedy attendance and ideas to promote future shows Larry Fulford's activism, audience participation, and unforgettable stage moments Eugene Torres alligator story and improvised pizza jokes Interactive stand-up compared to a live Kill Tony style format Homemade pizza debates, pepperoni, toppings, cheese, subs, and Carlucci's nostalgia Generational differences with manual car windows, locks, and fidget toys Touchscreen cars versus physical buttons and climate controls Smoke Made brisket cheesesteak and Orlando sandwich recommendations Shaq predator stings, celebrity sheriffs, Polk County Santa, and bizarre arrests Walmart nostalgia, awkward public behavior, and retention pond crash video Dash cams, Tesla cameras, backup cameras, RV driving, and trailer backing Pyrospot off-season fireworks orders AI tribute song for DRUG Hollerbach's German food, chef dinner, World Cup viewing, and party space Crystal's birthday, thoughtful gifts, and relationship goodwill Garage smoothie routine, noisy blenders, and family sacrifices O.J. verdict memories, school overcrowding, charter schools, and smoking sections Gun racks, rural Florida security, stolen firearms, and warning signs Why the FIFA World Cup outweighs Olympic soccer Youth soccer costs, NFL and MLB youth support, and Orlando City investment Listener HR dispute and using ChatGPT to rewrite difficult emails Concrete Mike advice segment idea replaces animal stories EMWP surgery, used hot tubs, cruise stories, and Concrete Mike calls Wild horse and alligator stories plus the Later Gator invention idea Ethics of fake wellness products and invention fundraising New Ballyhoo music, Pinball Dudes, Transformers pinball, and Bearcat THC seltzers Goodwill Tom and Dan shirts, classic merch, and quilt ideas Walton Goggins correction and Winnie the Pooh trivia Swinger jokes, Cricut hats, and Spirit Airlines Lamborghini Social media outrage versus real-world behavior Podcast audio production, loudness matching, bitrate, and editing pride Behind-the-scenes reality of small media operations and podcast studios BDM Facebook group requests, long listener questions, and show sign-off ### Website: https://tomanddan.com/ BDM: https://tomanddan.com/registration Merch: https://tomanddan.myshopify.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomandDanLive Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tomanddanlive Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AMediocreTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomanddanlive/ X: https://x.com/TomandDanLive ACT RSS: https://feeds.libsyn.com/61976/rss AMT RSS: https://feeds.libsyn.com/18904/rss

    883 - Lick Suck Nibble
  2. Jul 3

    882 - Help! Trapped in the Library

    Fourth of July kickoff and America's 250th birthday America 250 logo roast and AI design jokes OG Tom and Dan episode with the studio audience Publix free cookies and Maisie's coupon obsession Honey browser extension and extreme family frugality Maisie talking parents out of expensive purchases Fourth of July plans and Founding Fathers trivia George Washington, Benjamin Franklin and young America Hamilton musical complaints and founding era history Callers share holiday weekend plans Gluten sensitivity debate and hot dog talk Seth's barbecue and Pyrospot fireworks shopping Pyrospot warehouse tour and massive fireworks purchases Fireworks finale strategy and cool fuse-lighting techniques Outrageous Halloween stunt callback US Men's National Team win and World Cup excitement Stadium atmosphere, giant drinks and celebrity sightings Great America theme park and Santa Clara World Cup traffic Soccer riots, Air Force 1 jokes and travel stories Work-life balance, vacations and business ownership Alcatraz visit and San Francisco travel VAR complaints, red cards and offside frustration Orlando City, replay reviews and hydration breaks Winning the World Cup prediction pool Wekiva camping trip and RV rental Camping gear overload and "loader's curse" St. Cloud Fourth of July celebration Shy bladder story, Flomax and comedy side effects Florida beach crowds and holiday barbecue plans Music breaks and parody radio promos Garage cleanup, pool day and free Sky King fireworks Wine dinners, Science of Wine and getting unexpectedly drunk Taking Monday off after the holiday Vacation morning beers and camping breakfasts Supergirl movie review and comic controversy Distracted driving, Facebook crashes and phone addiction Buckman Charles, family cookout and Ohio State talk Electric bike DUI, scooters and horse DUI debate Sur-Ron bikes, Baldwin Park wheelies and police crackdowns High-protein meal ideas and Heinz 57 nostalgia Heinz 57 vs. A1 and Worcestershire obsession Japanese soy sauce etiquette and stadium cleanup Vegetable gardens vs. tropical landscaping Maisie learning to cook homemade hash browns Limiting kids' screen time and family cooking Could the R-Team beat Seth Petruzelli? Seth's retirement, anxiety and fighter mindset EJ's jiu-jitsu confidence and Whopper motivation Fast-food special order frustrations Tesla FSD stops for distracted pedestrian Phone zombies and public awareness Naples Fourth of July parade and holiday overtime Cocaine jokes and delayed ejaculation bit Car door dings ruining a mint-condition car Church parking lot horror story England, World Cup predictions and underdog championships Miracle on Ice and US World Cup hopes Overused show phrases and speech habits Southern accent, "rasslin'" and OtterBox jokes Origins of common sayings America has more libraries than McDonald's or Starbucks BDM Show returns Tuesday after the holiday Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce relationship discussion Kanye West's Taylor Swift wax figure Closing Fourth of July safety wishes and weekend recap tease ### Website https://tomanddan.com/ BDM https://tomanddan.com/registration Merch https://tomanddan.myshopify.com/ Watch Live YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomandDanLive Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tomanddanlive Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AMediocreTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomanddanlive/ X: https://x.com/TomAndDanLive RSS Feeds ACT: https://feeds.libsyn.com/61976/rss AMT: https://feeds.libsyn.com/18904/rss BDM: https://feeds.libsyn.com/37121/rss

    882 - Help! Trapped in the Library
  3. Jun 26

    881 - Goodbye Seth's Dojo

    Friday Free Show with special guest Seth Petruzelli Seth returns after a long break to discuss life, family, and business Dojo relocation after property redevelopment forces a move Uncertainty over Tom & Dan studio building being sold Idea of sharing a combined studio and dojo space Dream plans for a Tom & Dan Fantasy Factory Seth considers leaving martial arts for handcrafted leather work Challenges and burnout of running a small business Building a new business versus maintaining an old one Vera's emergency neck cyst diagnosis and upcoming surgery Parenting through medical emergencies and delayed anxiety Dan discusses lingering B6 toxicity symptoms and health anxiety Heart monitor and family history of heart disease Fourth of July pool party at Seth's nearly finished lake house House construction, landscaping, parking, and party prep Fireworks plans with Pyrospot and lake launch ideas Rope swing, beach improvements, and Florida lake life Brain-eating amoeba fears and Florida swimming risks Alpha-gal syndrome and health anxiety discussion Digestive health improvements after Dr. Powers' treatment plan Animal Time preview with Concrete Mike Robot fighting, AI music, and viral robot videos Favorite workout music and emotional playlists Aging, ED medication, puberty, and awkward health lessons Childhood health fears and HIV misconceptions Teaching kids accurate health information Concrete Mike's Florida wildlife stories and paddling adventures Cottonmouth encounter at a construction site HOA frustrations over grilling and smoking Rainbow River alligator attack discussion Florida wildlife fears versus actual risks Being present instead of filming everything Parenting, relationships, and growing out of party life Kid-free vacations and Disney Cruise plans VPNs, online privacy, and age verification laws Adult website jokes and chat room chaos Weight advantages in combat sports and Seth's MMA career Roadside memorials and remembrance debate AI assistants compared, including Claude and ChatGPT Tips should be calculated before tax More Fourth of July fireworks and lake safety Hollerbach's Knights Hall feast promotion Studio pinball fundraiser plans Website and app rebuild fundraising Rising costs facing small businesses Fourth of July events with Pyrospot and St. Cloud BDM programming reminders and holiday sendoff ### Stay connected with Tom & Dan: Website: https://tomanddan.com App: https://tomanddan.com/app BDM Membership: https://tomanddan.com/register Merch: https://tomanddan.com/merch Watch live: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@tomanddanlive Twitch: https://twitch.tv/tomanddanlive Follow us: Facebook: https://facebook.com/tomanddanshow Instagram: https://instagram.com/tomanddanshow X: https://x.com/tomanddanlive TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@tomanddanshow Listen: ACT RSS: https://feeds.libsyn.com/61976/rss AMT RSS: https://feeds.libsyn.com/18904/rss BDM RSS: https://feeds.libsyn.com/37121/rss

    881 - Goodbye Seth's Dojo
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Tom and Dan were once sitting in a hotel room in Daytona Beach, Florida where the air-condition didn't work, they were out of beer, and the cable only had 2 channels that came in static free. One of their friends suggested that they leave and attempt to find something better to do to which Dan replied "Why would we want to ruin a mediocre time?" If you were to ask "Tom and Dan" what the meaning of life is, they might tell you that there is none. Born from a feeling that nothing in life truly matters and that for the most part we're all surrounded by scumbags, "Tom and Dan" figured out that there's only one true constant in life; laughter. How did they come to that conclusion? It's all they have. You see, just like the mass majority of us, "T & D" have day jobs and it was at said day job where they cued in on the fact that some of the greatest laughs came at the end of the day. There's just something about the relaxed feeling of knowing that you have very little time left at work to put in. Maybe it's the "punch drunkenness" of still being at work; no one is quite sure. There they sat in their office, the door shut to their co-workers and management, only making each other laugh to the point of tears. Finally they realized that it might not be such a bad idea to roll tape on these conversations. Why not? They would be having them anyway, taped or not, and it was fun. Both of them come from rather lengthy broadcasting careers so setting up a home studio wasn't so hard to do. And with the addition of Ross, the consummate straight man and "News Dad", things got even more "mediocre." Broadcasting since 2009 has garnered a rather extensive following for "T & D" with loyal "scumbags" (as their listeners are affectionately known) checking in from all across the world. Hundreds of shows under their belts and winners of the Orlando Weekly's "Best of Orlando 2011" for "Best Kept Secret" reassures them both that yes…no one is listening! (Best Kept Secret? HA!)

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